SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
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❑
Adjust
rear
wheel
bearing
system
if
wheel
wobbles
noticeably
or
binds
to
a
stop.
❑
Ensure
rear
wheel
bearings
are
clean
and
free
of
moisture.
❑
Adjust
front
casters/forks
bearing
system
if
wheel
wobbles
noticeably
or
binds
to
a
stop.
❑
Ensure
wheel
bearings
are
clean
and
free
of
moisture.
Inspect/Adjust Periodically
❑
Ensure
that
the
wheelchair
rolls
straight
(no
excessive
drag
or
pull
to
one
side).
❑
Inspect
frame
and
crossbraces
for
loose
or
missing
hardware.
❑
Inspect
for
bent
frame
or
crossbraces.
❑
Inspect
for
rough/sharp
edges
on
frame
and
crossbraces.
❑
Ensure
that
the
casters
are
free
of
debris.
❑
Check
that
wheel
locks
are
easy
to
engage.
❑
Inspect
seat
and
backs
for
rips
and
sagging.
❑
Check
that
there
is
no
excessive
side
movement
or
binding
in
the
rear
wheels
when
lifted
and
spun.
❑
Inspect
handrims
for
signs
of
rough
edges
or
peeling.
❑
Inspect
handrims
for
loose
or
missing
hardware.
❑
Ensure
wheel
bearings
are
clean
and
free
of
moisture.
❑
Clean
upholstery
and
armrests.
❑
Check
that
all
labels
are
present
and
legible.
Replace
if
necessary.
Troubleshooting
Chair
Veers
Right/
Left
Chair 3
Wheels
Sluggish
Turn or
Performance
Casters
Flutter
Squeaks
and
Rattles
Looseness
in
Chair
Solutions
X
X
X
X
Check tires for correct
and equal pressure
X
X
X
X
Check for loose nuts and
bolts.
X
X
X
Check caster headtube
angle.
X
X
Check that rear wheels
are equally spaced away
from seat frame.
