Invacare Spyder 1098318 - Manual (Page 14)

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SAFETY INSPECTION
TROUBLESHOOTING
CHAIR CHAIR SLUGGISH CASTER SQUEAKS LOOSENESS CHAIR SOLUTIONS
VEERS VEERS TURN OR FLUTTERS AND IN CHAIR 3 WHEELS
RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE RATTLES
X X X X X Check tires for correct
and equal pressure.
X X X X Check for loose stem
nuts.
X X Check spokes/nipples.
X X X X Check caster headtube
angle.
X X X Check that rear wheels
are equally spaced away
from seat frame
(Procedure 7).
PROCEDURE 2
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3-in-1 oil - Registered trademark of American Home Products Corporation.
Teflon - Registered trademark of E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires
should be checked periodically for cracks
and wear, and should be replaced.
5. Check wheels and tires periodically for cracks and wear.
If damaged, have them replaced by a qualified technician.
6. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels.
If loose, have them adjusted by a qualified technician.
7. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are se-
cured to the rear wheels. If loose or damaged, have
them tightened or replaced by a qualified technician.
8. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire
wear. Refer to REPLACING/ADJUSTING THE
WHEEL LOCK in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.
9. Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make sure
they are clean and free from moisture. Use a Teflon ®
lubricant if necessary.
10. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.
Transporting the Invacare Spyder
1. Remove the seating system. Refer to seating sys-
tem owner's manual.
2. Remove the footrests. (PROCEDURE 3).
3. Remove the arms. (PROCEDURE 6).
4. Fold down the back. (PROCEDURE 5).
5. Fold the wheelchair. (PROCEDURE 5).
6. Remove the rear wheels. (PROCEDURE 7).
7. After transporting, reverse STEPS 1-6 to prepare the
wheelchair for use.
MAINTENANCE/TRANSPORTING
Maintenance Safety Precautions
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service
and BEFORE use, make sure all attachment
hardware is tightened securely - other-
wise, injury or damage may result.
CAUTION
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching
to the frame. This could cause damage
to the frame tubing.
Suggested Maintenance Procedures
1. Before using your Invacare SPYDER, make sure all nuts
and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear
and replace. Check all parts for proper adjustment.
2. Keep quick/quad-release axles free of dirt and lint to
ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer
to ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLES or AD-
JUSTING QUAD-RELEASE AXLES in PROCE-
DURE 7 of this manual.
3. Oil quick-release axles at least once (1) a month (3-
in-1 oil
®
or equivalent).
WARNING
DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has
the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT
overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these
suggestions may cause the tire to explode
and cause bodily harm.
4. Recommended tire pressure is listed on the sidewall
of the tire.