User manual
Pivot
TM
User Manual
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10. Safety and Maintenance Instructions
Safety and Inspection Checklist
In addition to the requirements specied in your wheelchair manual, the following inspection
schedule is required.
Inspection / Maintenace Item Initially Weekly 6 Months
Check and Tighten Hardware
Brake Adjustment
Direction Shifter Adjustment
Lubrication
Brake Pad Wear
Basic Maintenance Guidelines
Your Pivot
TM
was designed to require minimal maintenance.
Inspect your lever drive frequently. Failure to inspect your lever drive and make necessary repairs
or adjustments can result in injury to you or to others. Make sure all parts are correctly assembled
and adjusted as indicated in this manual. Immediately replace any damaged, missing, or badly worn
parts.
Make sure all fasteners are correctly tightened as described in this manual. Parts that are not tight
enough can be lost or operate poorly. Over-tightened parts can be damaged or cause damage.
Make sure any replacement fasteners are the correct size and type.
Have a qualied wheelchair or bicycle technician make any adjustments or repairs for which you do
not have the correct tools, or if you have diculty understanding or performing the instructions in
this manual.