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7. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Caster assemblies/ wheel
• Ensure all fasteners are secure.
Wheels/tyres
•
Attention: As with any power chair, the wheels and tyres should be
checked periodically for cracks and wear, and be replaced if
necessary.
Cleaning
• Clean upholstery and armrests.
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General (Mechanical Troubleshooting)
• Power chair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
Arms
• Secure but easy to release; adjustment levers engage properly.
• Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.
• Pivot point free of wear and looseness.
Seat and back upholstery
• Inspect for rips or sagging.
Seat
• Seat secured to the power chair frame.
• Inspect seat release latches
Drive wheel
• Mounting bolts are secure
• No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun
when disengaged (free-wheeling)
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 chair, the wheels and tyres should
be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and be replaced
if necessary.
Item
Initially
Weekly
Monthly
Periodically
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7.1 INSPECTION
Initial adjustments should be made to suit personal body structure and preference.
Thereafter, follow these checks and maintenance procedures.
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