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inspected on a bimonthly basis. The visual inspection procedure should include at least the observation of all the
fittings (fasteners):
The visual inspection procedure should include at least the observation of the following parts:
1) The cylinders that position the seat tilt, back recline, and independent leg rest elevation.
2) The vinyl straps used in the seat, back, leg rest, footrest and wings
3) The cushions
4) The 3 black handles and cables.
5) The armrest height adjustment pins
The visual inspection procedure should include the observation of any installed accessories. The visual inspection
should be performed by the facility, or if in a private residence, by the individual responsible for the chair.
4.2 29BFunctional Testing
We recommend that the chair should be tested for operation of the chair’s functions without a resident in the
chair. The testing may be as often as each use if there is any reason to be concerned about the possibility of
increased wear or damage to the chair’s components. At a minimum, in regular use the chair should be tested for
functions as described in Section 3.
If the caregiver or maintenance department performing the functional testing believes that any function is not
operating correctly, the chair should be taken out of service until a satisfactory functional test can be completed.
The caregiver or maintenance department performing the testing should be aware that the seat tilt, back
recline, and footrest (leg rest) elevation operations will be more difficult without a resident in the chair.
When performing repairs or maintenance, do not use lubricants that contain solvents. Solvents will damage many of
the moving components in the chair. If necessary, a white, food grade grease (lubricant) may be used on the sliding
components in the chair. Do not use spray lubricants on any part of the chair.
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