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CHAIR CHAIR SLUGGISH CASTER SQUEAKS LOOSENESS CHAIR SOLUTIONS
VEERS VEERS TURN OR FLUTTERS AND IN CHAIR 3 WHEELS
RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE RATTLES
XX X X XCheck tires for correct
and equal pressure.
XXXX Check for loose stem nuts.
XX Check spokes/nipples.
XX X XCheck caster headtube
angle (Procedure 5).
XX X Check that rear wheels
are equally spaced away
from seat frame
(Procedure 6).
TROUBLESHOOTING
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
After adjustments and BEFORE use, make
sure all attaching hardware is securely
tightened, otherwise injury or damage
may occur.
CAUTION
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching
to the frame. This could cause damage
to the frame tubing.
Suggested Maintenance Procedures
1. Before using your Invacare Pro Series wheelchair,
make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check all parts
for damage or wear and replace. Check all parts for
proper adjustment.
2. Keep quick/quad-release axles free of dirt and lint to
ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer
to ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE or
ADJUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE AXLE in PRO-
CEDURE 6 of this manual.
3. Oil quick-release axles at least once (1) a month (3-
in-1 oil
®
or equivalent).
3-in-1 oil - Registered trademark of American
Home Products Corporation.
WARNING
DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the
proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). Recommended tire
pressure (p.s.i.) is listed on the sidewall of the tire.
DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow
these suggestions may cause the tire to explode
and cause bodily harm.
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should
be checked periodically for cracks and wear,
and should be replaced when necessary.
5. The wheels and tires should be checked periodically
for cracks and wear, and should be replaced when
necessary by an authorized dealer or qualified tech-
nician.
6. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels.
If loose, have them adjusted by an authorized dealer
or qualified technician.
7. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are se-
cured to the rear wheels. Refer to HANDRIMS in
PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.
8. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire
wear. Refer to REPLACING/ADJUSTING THE
WHEEL LOCK in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.
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.