SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
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SECTION 3—SAFETY
INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE:
Every
six
months
or
as
necessary,
take
your
wheelchair
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
wheelchair.
To
operate
properly
and
safely,
your
wheelchair
MUST
be
cared
for
just
like
any
other
vehicle.
Routine
maintenance
will
extend
the
life
and
efficiency
of
your
wheelchair.
Safety Inspection Checklist
Initial
adjustments
should
be
made
to
suit
your
personal
body
structure
and
preference.
Thereafter
follow
these
maintenance
procedures:
Inspect/Adjust Initially
❑
Ensure
that
the
wheelchair
rolls
straight
(no
excessive
drag
or
pull
to
one
side).
❑
Inspect
for
loose
or
missing
hardware
on
frame
and
crossbraces.
❑
Inspect
for
rough/sharp
edges
on
frame
and
crossbraces.
❑
Inspect
for
bent
frame
or
crossbraces.
❑
Check
that
the
wheel
locks
DO
NOT
interfere
with
tires
when
rolling.
❑
Check
that
the
wheel
lock
pivot
points
are
free
of
wear
and
looseness.
❑
Check
that
the
wheel
locks
are
easy
to
engage.
❑
Ensure
that
the
wheel
locks
prevent
the
wheelchair
from
moving
when
engaged.
❑
Inspect
the
seat
and
back
for
rips
and
sagging.
❑
Inspect
the
seat
and
back
for
loose
or
broken
hardware.
❑
Inspect
the
back
cane
hand
grips
for
wear/looseness/deterioration.
❑
Inspect
seat
positioning
strap
for
any
signs
of
wear.
Ensure
buckle
latches.
Verify
hardware
that
attaches
strap
to
frame
is
secure
and
undamaged.
Replace
if
necessary.
❑
Inspect
tires
for
flat
spots
and
wear.
❑
Check
pneumatic
tires
for
proper
inflation.
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, check the wheels and tires periodically for cracks and wear.
Replace if damaged.
❑
Check
that
there
is
no
excessive
side
movement
or
binding
in
the
rear
wheels
when
lifted
and
spun.
❑
Inspect
rear
wheels
for
cracked,
bent
or
broken
spokes.
