Invacare ELMOSR Owners Manual - Page 9

SAFETY INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2 This Procedure includes the following: Safety Inspection Checklist Troubleshooting Maintenance NOTE: Every six (6) months or as necessary take your racing chair to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your racing chair. To operate properly and safely, your racing chair must be cared for just like SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your racing chair. Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures. ITEM INITIALLY INSPECT/ INSPECT/ ADJUST ADJUST WEEKLY MONTHLY INSPECT/ ADJUST PERIODICALLY GENERAL Racing chair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). X X SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY Inspect for rips or sagging. X X REAR WHEELS Axles are securely tightened. X X X X No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun. X X CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced. PUSHRIMS Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling of tire/tape coating where it might separate from the pushrim. X X SPOKES Inspect for bent or broken spokes. All spokes uniformly tight. X X X X FRONT WHEEL Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by front wheel; front wheel should come to a gradual stop. X X Loosen/tighten allen screws if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. X X NOTE: There WILL be some play in the front wheel- This is common in all front hubs. Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. X X X CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced. HAND CALIPER BRAKE Does not interfere with front wheel when rolling. X Hand caliper brake is easy to engage. X No excessive wear of hand caliper brake pads. X X X X TIRES Inspect for flat spots and wear. X X Check pneumatic tires for proper inflation. X X Check frame cage for interference with tires. X X CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced. CLEANING Clean upholstery with light detergent and water. X X I N SS AP FE EC TT YI O N 9