Invacare SX5 Recliner manual REMOVING/INSTALLING the Rear Wheels, Permanent Axles Figure

REAR WHEELS SECTION 6

Section 6 - Rear Wheels includes the following:

Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels

Adjusting the Quick-Release Axle

Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim

Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.

REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS

NOTE: This procedure applies to NON-RECLINER models ONLY. For RECLINER models, refer to SECTION 10 of this manual.

WARNING

If changing the size of the rear wheel or a change in the SEAT-TO- FLOOR HEIGHT is desired, this procedure MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

Make sure both rear wheels are the same size and are installed into the same respective mounting hole BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise injury may occur.

PERMANENT AXLES (FIGURE 1)

NOTE: If replacing the same size rear wheel, note the mounting position on the wheelchair frame for proper reinstallation of the NEW rear wheel.

1.Remove the dust cap, hex screw, spacer and locknut that secure the rear wheel to the wheelchair frame.

2.Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite rear wheel.

3.To reinstall the rear wheel(s) onto the wheelchair, reverse STEPS 1-2.

4.Adjust wheel locks. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT in SECTION 8 of this

manual.	Axle Mounting Hole	Locknut
	Rear Wheel
		Wheelchair
		Frame
	Dust Cap	Spacer

Hex Screw

FIGURE 1 - REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS -

PERMANENT AXLES

REAR WHEELS

Part No. 1110550 33 Tracer® SX5