SECTION 7—RECLINER
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.14.
1.Perform one (1) of the following:
•Engage ‐ Apply pressure downward on wheel lock handle.
•Disengage ‐ Lift up on wheel lock handle.
Unlocked
PositionApply Pressure
Here to Engage
Locked
Position
Apply
Pressure
Here to
Disengage
FIGURE 7.14 Using Attendant Operated Wheel Locks
Adjusting Attendant Operated Wheel Locks
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.15.
NOTE: If wheels are pneumatic, before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock assemblies, ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended psi located on the side wall of tire.
1.Loosen the bolt and locknut that secure the wheel lock to the recliner tube.
2.Adjust the position of wheel lock so that when engaged, the wheel lock shoe embeds the tire 1/8‐inch (3/16‐inch for pneumatic tires) and holds the wheelchair.
3.Securely tighten the bolt and locknut.
4.Engage wheel lock and push against the wheelchair and determine if wheel lock engages the wheel lock shoe enough to hold the wheelchair.
5.Repeat the above procedures until the wheel lock holds the wheelchair.
6.Repeat STEPS 1‐5 for the opposite wheel lock.
NOTE: Ensure the wheel lock shoe completely covers the tire contact area. See Detail ʺAʺ for proper positioning of wheel lock shoe.
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