Invacare Top End Terminator Jr. - Manual (Page 11)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
CHAIR CHAIR SLUGGISH CASTER SQUEAKS LOOSENESS SOLUTIONS
VEERS VEERS TURN OR FLUTTERS AND IN CHAIR
RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE RATTLES
X X X X Check tires for correct
and equal pressure.
X X X X Check for loose stem nuts.
X X Check spokes and nipples.
X X X Check that both casters
contact the ground at the
same time.
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Safety Precautions
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE
use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened
securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
CAUTION
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the
frame. This could cause damage to the frame
tubing.
Suggested Maintenance Procedures
1. Before using your 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 QUICK-RELEASE AXLES or AD-
JUSTING QUAD-RELEASE HANDLES in PROCE-
DURE 7
of this manual.
3. Oil quick-release axles at least once (1) a month (3-
in-1 oil ® or equivalent).
WARNING
DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the
proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the
tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may
cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm.
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This Procedure includes the following:
Troubleshooting
Maintenance
PROCEDURE 3
4. Recommended tire pressure is listed on the sidewall
of the tire.
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, the wheel s and tires should
be checked periodically for cracks and wear,
and should be replaced.
5. Check the wheels and tires periodically for cracks
and wear. If damaged, have them replaced by a quali-
fied technician.
6. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels. If
loose, have them adjusted by a qualified technician.
7. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are se-
cured to the rear wheels. Refer to HANDRIM RE-
PLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.
8. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire
wear. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/RE-
PLACEMENT
in PROCEDURE 7 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. FRONT SUSPENSION FORKS (if equipped) - Peri-
odically lubricate the the inside of the elastomers and
the shaft of the hex bolt that secures the elastomers to
the suspension tube with a silicone based lubricant.
11. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.