Invacare F-6S - Manual (Page 14)

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SAFETY INSPECTION
WARNING
DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the
proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT over-inflate
the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may
cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm.
5. Inflate tires to the recommended tire pressure listed
on the side wall of the tire.
6. The wheels and tires should be checked periodi-
cally for cracks and wear. If damaged, have them
replaced by a qualified technician.
7. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels.
If loose, have them adjusted by a qualified techni-
cian.
8. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are se-
cured to the rear wheels. Refer to HANDRIM RE-
PLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.
9. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire
wear. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/RE-
PLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.
10. Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make
sure they are clean and free from moisture. Use a
Teflon
® lubricant if necessary.
11. Check Upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.
12. A-6S AND F-6S ONLY - Check elastomers for wear
and/or damage. If wear or damage is found, replace
elastomers.
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 washers above
and below bearings in
headtube (Procedure 3).
X X X Check that rear wheels
are equally spaced away
from seat frame
(Procedure 3).
TROUBLESHOOTING
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Safety Precautions
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE-
FORE use, make sure all attachment hardware is
tightened securely - otherwise, 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 wheelchair, make sure all nuts
and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or
wear and replace. Check all parts for proper adjust-
ment.
2. Keep quick/quad-release axles free of dirt and lint to
ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer
to ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE or
ADJUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE HANDLE IN
AND/OR OUT in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.
3. Oil quick-release axles at least once (1) a month
(3-in-1 oil ® or equivalent).
4. Keep optional quick release levers on axle tubes free
of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper
operation.
PROCEDURE 2
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3-in-1 oil - Registered trademark of American Home Products Corportaion.
Teflon - Registered trademark of E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company