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7.
Recommended safety checks
The following safety checks shall be carried out at least
once a year
. This should
be done by a
LEVO
agent or authorized dealer. If a fault is found do not allow
the wheelchair to be used until it has been corrected.
Examine the backrest and possible accessories if they are fixed safely.
Repair any fault found immediately.
Examine the wheelchair frame for any damage. Replace any damaged or
faulty components.
Examine the condition of the seat cushion and the backrest cover and
replace if necessary.
Examine condition of all harnesses, straps and buckles and replace if
necessary.
Examine and operate the footrest mechanism. Replace any damaged or
faulty components.
Examine nuts, bolts, pivots and frame plugs for tightness and general
condition. Replace any faulty components.
Examine the rear wheel, the front wheels and their castors for free
rotation and security. Optimize the rotation and repair any fault found.
The tires are maintenance-free besides occasional cleaning. Use a damp
cloth for cleaning. Tires must get replaced when the tire's profile is worn
down. (For more information please consult sector 8.3. to 8.5.).
Check the free wheel device and the motor disengaging lever for correct
operation. Repair any fault found.
Check the mechanical function of the motor disengaging lever. Pull the
quick release bolt out and press the motor disengaging lever downwards.
Now you should be able to push the wheelchair manually. Push the motor
disengaging lever upwards and be careful that the quick release bolt is
locked; the wheels should be locked now. If one wheel turns now, the
magnetic brake of the motor is damaged. The motor has to be changed.
Check the powered function of the motor disengaging lever. Switch on the
joystick module and start driving forwards. Let of the joystick. As a
reaction the wheelchair should stop and the solenoid brakes of the motor
should snap in evidence. Repeat this check driving backwards and to each
side. In case the motor brakes don't function correctly check the battery
indicator on the joystick module for any failure indication. Consult the
controller self help guide (user manual chapter 16 using VR2 or chapter 17
using R-net) for details about failure indications.