Invacare P9000 XDT Mobility Aid User Manual


 
SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
P9000
XDT 26 Part No. 1118386
Seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if necessary.
Inspect/Adjust Weekly
Seat is secured to wheelchair frame.
Seat release latch is not worn and is functional. Replace if necessary.
Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. If the tires are pneumatic, check for proper
inflation.
Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure.
Ensure arm pivot points are not worn and/or loose. Replace if necessary.
Inspect/Adjust Monthly
Ensure wheel mounting nuts are secure on drive wheels.
Ensure no excessive side movement or binding occurs when drive wheels are lifted
and spun when disengaged (free-wheeling).
Ensure that drive wheel axle bolts and locking tab washers are secure.
Inspect caster assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come
to a gradual stop.
Loosen/tighten caster locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop.
Ensure that the wheel locks engage properly and do not interfere with the tires when
rolling. Also, ensure that the pivot points are free of wear and looseness.
Inspect the seat positioning strap for signs of wear. Replace if worn or damaged.
Ensure that the buckle on the seat positioning strap latches. Replace if necessary.
Verify that the hardware that attaches the seat positioning strap to the seat frame is
secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary.
Inspect/Adjust Periodically
Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
Ensure that all fasteners on the clothing guards are secure.
Ensure arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly.
Ensure adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
Ensure arm pivot points are not worn and/or loose. Replace if necessary.
Ensure armrest pads sit flush against arm tubes.
Ensure seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if necessary.
Ensure seat release latch is not worn. Replace if necessary.
Seat and/or back upholstery have no rips and do not sag. Replace if necessary.
Clean upholstery and armrests.