Quantum INFMANU4169 Caster Angle Adjustment, To change the caster angle, Caster Wheel Removal

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	I V . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S
	Caster Angle Adjustment
	When you change the seat angle, you must also change				SCREW
	the caster angle so that the caster forks remain at a 90°				SCREW
	the caster angle so that the caster forks remain at a 90°
	angle to the ground based on the side of the caster fork.
	See figure 35. There are an infinite number of possible
	caster angle.
	WARNING!	Contact	your	Quantum
	Rehab Provider before adjusting the				NUT
	caster angle.				NUT
	caster angle.
	NOTE: A right-angle square is recommended for
	aligning the caster forks to ensure 90° alignment to
	the ground.
	To change the caster angle:
	1. Loosen the nut that fastens the			caster wheel	Figure 35. Caster Angle Adjustment
	assembly to the frame.
	2. Turn the screw to adjust the caster wheel to the
	desired angle.
	3. Tighten the nut.
	NOTE: Make sure that both casters are adjusted to
	the same angle.
	Caster Wheel Removal
	The caster wheels can be removed.
	To remove the bolt-on caster wheel:
	1. Remove the cap.				CAP
	2. Remove the hardware that attaches the caster wheel				CAP
	2. Remove the hardware that attaches the caster wheel
	to the frame of your wheelchair. See figure 36.
	3. Reinstall the cap.

4. Repeat for the other side if necessary.

Figure 36. Bolt-on Caster Removal

WARNING! Ensure all hardware is tightened and secure after making any adjustment, repair, or performing any service. Failure to do so may result in injury or product damage.

WARNING! Many of the screws, bolts, and nuts on your wheelchair are special, high-strength fasteners. contact your Quantum Rehab Provider for replacement hardware. Use of improper fasteners may cause your wheelchair to fail or may cause personal injury.

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