IX . SET- UP, ADJUSTMENT & USE
NOTE ON TORQUE SETTINGS: A torque setting is the optimum tightening which should be made on a particular fastener. It is important to use proper torque settings where specified.
A. TO MOUNT & REMOVE REAR WHEELS 1 2
WARNING
Do not use this chair UNLESS you are sure both
An unlocked axle may come off during use and cause a fall.
NOTE– Setting the wheelchair on a flat surface, such as a workbench or table, helps make these procedures easier.
1.To Install Wheel
a.Depress
b.Insert axle (B) through hub of rear wheel.
c.Keep button (A) depressed as you slide axle (B) into axle sleeve (C).
d.Release button to lock axle in axle sleeve. Adjust axle if it does not lock. See Section B.
e.Repeat steps on other side.
NOTE– The axle is not locked until the
2.To Remove Wheel
a.Depress
b.Remove wheel by sliding axle (B) completely out of axle sleeve (C).
c.Repeat steps on other side.
B. REAR WHEEL AXLE NUT ADJUSTMENT 3 4
The rear wheel axle (B) attaches the rear wheel (D) to the axle sleeve (C). When the detent balls (E) engage into the camber plug the rear wheel effectively becomes locked onto the chair. Pushing the
To adjust the axle you will need a 3/4" wrench to turn the adjustment nut (F). You will also need a 1/2" wrench to securely hold the ball detent end of the axle to prevent it from turning.
If the wheel and axle will not lock into the axle sleeve then the axle requires adjustment. Turn the nut
If the wheel is locked on the chair but there is excessive wheel play (the wheel hub can be pushed back and forth on the axle) then adjust the nut clockwise until there is no perceptible gap between the wheel and camber tube and the axle is securely locked onto the chair.
CAUTION–
C. PADDED SWING-AWAY ARMRESTS (OPTIONAL) 5
Additional height can be achieved by removing bolts (I), flipping and rotating the hardware to opposite
(J). Ensure bolts (I) are retighten.
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A |
2 |
C |
B |
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E | 3 |
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B |
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F |
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| A |
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C |
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D | A |
H | 5 |
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J |
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1. Installation
Slide armrest into receiver tube on rear of frame.
2. Swinging Away
Lift armrest out of locked position and rotate to the side.
3. Removing Armrest
Pull armrest straight out of receiver.
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