Drive Sunfire Plus EC - Inspection and Maintenance; Routine Inspection Checklist

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7 . I N S P E C T I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E
INSPECTION
Initial adjustments should be made to suit personal body structure and preference. Be sure to, follow
these checks and maintenance procedures.
NO.
Item
initially
weekly
monthly
periodically
1
General(Mechanical Troubleshooting)
♦power wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to
one side).
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2
Arms
♦Secure but easy to release; adjustment levers engage
properly.
♦Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
♦Pivot point free of wear and looseness.
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3
Seat and back upholstery
♦Inspect for rips or sagging.
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4
Seat
♦Seat secured to the power wheelchair frame.
♦Inspect seat release latches
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5
Drive wheel
♦Mounting bolts are secure
♦No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and
spun when disengaged (free-wheeling)
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6
Caster assemblies
♦Bolts are tight.
♦Inspect caster assembly for proper tension by spinning
caster assembly; caster assembly should come to a
gradual stop.
Attention: As with any power wheelchair, the wheels
and tires should be checked periodically for
cracks and wear, and replaced if necessary.
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7
Caster assemblies/ wheel
♦Ensure all fasteners are secure.
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8
Wheels/tires
♦Inspect for flat fasteners are secure.
Attention: As with any power wheelchair, the wheels
and tires should be checked periodically for
cracks and wear, and replaced if necessary.
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9
Cleaning
♦Clean upholstery and armrests.
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