Castors
Lift base and check each wheel to ensure it is not damaged, loose or worn.
Removing any grease or dirt that has built up on the wheels, check that the brakes stop the wheels
Brakes
rotating.
Check they are securely fixed in place & that there are no signs of damage or wear & tear.
Pushing
Ensure handles are functioning correctly.
Handles
Check there are no signs of damage or wear and tear.
Ensure push handle grips are secure.
Seat Tilt In
With the tilt lock released check for free movement with no signs of damage or wear to the
Space
mechanism, lever or cables.
Mechanism
Tighten the lock and ensure it holds the seat angle.
With the seat unloaded, press the lever & ensure it moves freely to the maximum height.
Base Height
In incremental stages add weight up to the maximum load (40, 60, 80 or 100kgs) and, over a period
Adjustment
of time (approx 10 - 15 minutes), check that there is no creep (lowering) of the seat. If it is not
practical to perform this test, as a minimum requirement, immediately following the maintenance
check, the static position of the seat should be monitored whilst a user is positioned in the system.
With the load on, press the lever & ensure the seat travels freely to the lowest position.
Seat / Backrest
Check the attachment points of the seat and backrest upholstery are tight.
Upholstery
Check for worn covering. Rough worn upholstery can cause discomfort, would be difficult to keep
hygienically clean, and may cause skin irritation.
Interface
Check there are no signs of damage or wear and tear.
Ensure the function secures the seating unit properly.
Frame
With correct
maintenance
Check all metal parts to ensure there are no signs of damage or wear and tear, paying particular
the frame
attention to adjustable or moving parts.
should provide
Check there are no signs of failure in joints and welds.
at least 5 years
Check tightness & security of all fixings, bolts, nuts, spring loaded pegs, & other fitments.
trouble free use
Check for signs of fatigue wears, replace parts that show signs of wear or repeatedly becoming
but, depending
loose.
on conditions of
ANCHOR POINTS (where applicable) for transportation must be checked to ensure security, check
use, wear will
there are no signs of damage, wear and tear or failure.
occur and a
thorough
inspection is
recommended.
Fixtures
Check arm pads and headrest and replace if worn.
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Maintenance Table
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