Invacare CT7A Wheelchair User Manual


 
5 SAFETY INSPECTION
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Crossfire™T7A Wheelchair 30 Part No 1167484
6. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear. Refer to Replacing/Adjusting the Wheel Locks
on page 59.
7. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels. If loose, have them adjusted. Contact a qualified technician or Invacare customer support
at the telephone numbers on the back of this manual.
8. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels. Refer to Handrim Replacement
on page 65.
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.
11. Clean upholstery with mild soap and water.
12. Replace any labels that are missing, worn or torn.
Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube
Replacing/Repairing Caster Tire/Tube
Tire wear is excessive if:
Pneumatic Tires - there is missing tread or the tires are bald.
Urethane Tires - there are cuts, surface defects or the tires are loose on the rims.
Rubber Tires - 30% or more of the tire has worn away.
Invacare recommends that rear wheel tire/tube and caster tire/tube be replaced every five years.
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WARNING
Replacement of solid urethane tires is not recommended. If the solid urethane tire needs repaired, Invacare recommends
replacing the complete wheel assembly.
Replacement of rear wheel tube must be performed by a qualified technician.
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WARNING
Replacement of solid urethane or semi-pneumatic tires is not recommended. If the solid urethane or semi-pneumatic tires
need replaced, Invacare recommends replacing complete caster assembly.
For pneumatic tires, replacement of the tube must be performed by a qualified technician.