SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
Part No. 1123839
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Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. If tires are pneumatic, check for proper inflation.
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Seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if necessary.
Inspect/Adjust Weekly
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Seat is secured to wheelchair frame.
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Seat release latch is not worn and is functional. Replace if necessary.
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Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. If the tires are pneumatic, check for proper
inflation.
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Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure.
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Ensure that casters are free of debris.
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Ensure arm pivot points are not worn and/or loose. Replace if necessary.
Inspect/Adjust Monthly
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Ensure wheel mounting nuts are secure on drive wheels.
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Ensure no excessive side movement or binding occurs when drive wheels are lifted
and spun when disengaged (free-wheeling).
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Ensure that drive wheel axle bolts and locking tab washers are secure.
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Ensure that casters are free of debris.
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Inspect caster assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come
to a gradual stop.
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Loosen/tighten caster locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop.
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Ensure that the wheel locks engage properly and do not interfere with the tires when
rolling. Also, ensure that the pivot points are free of wear and looseness.
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Inspect the seat positioning strap for signs of wear. Replace if worn or damaged.
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Ensure that the buckle on the seat positioning strap latches. Replace if necessary.
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Verify that the hardware that attaches the seat positioning strap to the seat frame is
secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary.
Inspect/Adjust Periodically
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Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
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Ensure that casters are free of debris.
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Ensure that all fasteners on the clothing guards are secure.
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Ensure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly.
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Ensure adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
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Ensure arm pivot points are not worn and/or loose. Replace if necessary.
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Ensure armrest pads sit flush against arm tubes.
