5 INSPECTION
Invacare® Lynx™ L-3 & Invacare® Lynx™ L-4 Scooters
22 Part No. 1143205
Inspect/Adjust Initially
❑ Ensure powered scooter drives straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
❑ Check frame for damage and corrosion.
❑ Ensure that the brake release lever is easy to engage/disengage.
❑ Ensure that tiller adjustment mechanism engages and disengages properly and securely.
❑ Ensure that the scooter stops completely when throttle is released (i.e., does not continue to roll as if the throttle is activated).
❑ Clean upholstery and armrests.
❑ Ensure armrest pad sits flush against arm tube.
❑ Inspect the seat upholstery for rips and tears.
❑ Inspect seat swivel for release and engagement (seat locks into the determined swivel positions).
❑ Inspect for excessive side movement or binding when the drive wheels are raised or turned.
❑ Inspect front wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning the wheel. The front wheel should come to a gradual stop.
❑ Check the front fork for damage or corrosion.
❑ Tighten locknut if the front wheel wobbles noticeably or loosen locknut if the wheel binds to a stop.
❑ Ensure that wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.
❑ Ensure that the bolts and fasteners on the caster assemblies are tight.
❑ Inspect tires for flat spots and wear.
❑ Clean molded body shrouds.
❑ Check that all labels are present and legible.
Inspect/Adjust Weekly
❑ Ensure that tiller adjustment mechanism engages and disengages properly and securely.
❑ Ensure that the scooter stops completely when throttle is released (i.e., does not continue to roll as if the throttle is activated).
❑ Inspect tires for flat spots and wear.
