Nova 5060 Owner's Manual - page 4
SAFETY INSPECTION- MAINTENANCE
Your product is a precision product - proper care will ensure proper function. Regular cleaning will reveal
loose or worn parts. DO NOT over tighten parts or hardware, as doing so can damage the frame. DO
NOT operate the product if there are any missing parts or hardware. You should have a dealer or
qualified professional perform maintenance on your product at least once every six months, or
immediately if you notice any item needing service. Frequent use likely means that your product will
require more maintenance than we suggest. In anticipation of and after any excessive use, we
recommend that you perform a complete safety inspection including all items.
IT E M
IN S P E C T IT E M
IN IT IAL W E E K
M O N T H
6 M O N T H
G E N E R AL
W heelchair should roll straight, doesn't feel "tight"
or pull to one side
X
X
Inspect for loose, m issing, or brok en hardw are in
all locations
X
X
F R AM E
Inspect for bent fram e
X
X
Inspect w eld points for c rack s , chips, or loose
m aterial
X
X
C R O S S -B R AC E S
Inspect for bent c ross -braces
X
X
Inspect w eld points for c rack s , chips, or loose
m aterial
X
X
W H E E L L O C K S
E nsure lock s do not interfere w ith tires w hen
rolling
X
X
P ivot points free of w ear and looseness
X
X
W heel loc k s are eas y to engage, and engage
fully
X
X
W heel loc k s prevent w heelchair from m oving
w hen engaged.
X
X
S E AT AN D B AC K Inspect upholstery for rips or sagging
X
X
Inspect for loose or brok en hardw are
X
X
Inspect cane hand grips for w ear, looseness, or
deterioration
X
X
T IR E S
Inspect for correct and equal pressure
X
Inspect for crac k s and w ear
X
X
R E AR W H E E L S
Lift, spin, and check for side m ovem ent, rubbing,
or binding
X
X
Inspect for correct and equal pressure
X
Inspect for crac k s and w ear
X
X
H AN D R IM S
Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling
X
X
F R O N T F O R K S
Inspect w heel/fork assem bly for proper tension by
spinning caster. C as ter should com e to a gradual
stop, and not bind or grind
X
X
A djus t bearing s ystem if w heel w obbles
noticeably or binds to a stop
X
X
E nsure w heel bearings are clean and free of
m oisture
X
X
C heck head tube lock nuts for tightness
X
X
Inspect casters for crack s and w ear (hubs and
rim s)
X
X
Inspect for crac k ed or brok en spok es
X
X
C L E AN IN G
C lean upholstery and arm rests
X
X