Invacare XP6520, XP6500 manual Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel Locks

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SECTION 13—WHEEL LOCKS

Wheel Lock Shoe

Wheel Lock Handle

 

Distance Between = 5/32 to 5/16-inch

FIGURE 13.1 Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel Locks

Using

The wheelchair is equipped with a pair of independently operated wheel locks located just in front of the rear wheels.

1.To engage the wheel locks, grip the handle and push forward to the lock position.

2.To release, reverse STEP 1.

CAUTION

DO NOT use the wheel locks when the wheelchair power is on and the clutches are engaged - otherwise damage to the wheelchair may result.

NOTE: Use the wheel locks whenever the clutches are disengaged and the wheelchair is being pushed.

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Contents XP6500 XP6520 Page Table of Contents Arms Wheelchair OperationFront Riggings Seat and BackCLUTCH/MOTOR Lock Limited WarrantyBatteries Wheel LocksSpecial Notes Signal Word MeaningSpecial Notes Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat RestraintsSpecial Notes Typical Product Parameters XP6500 XP6520Label Locations Important NoticeGeneral Guidelines Controller Settings/Repair or ServiceOperating Information General Guidelines Tire Pressure Electrical AccessoriesBatteries Charging Batteries Grounding Instructions Rain TestWeight Training Weight LimitationEMI Information EMI InformationEMI Information Stability and Balance SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsCoping With Everyday Obstacles Tipping Tipping CurbsLifting/Stairways Transferring to and From Other Seats Escalators WarningPercentage of Weight Distribution Reaching, Leaning and Bending ForwardReaching and Bending Backward Reaching, Leaning and Bending ForwardSafety Inspection Checklists Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGInspect/Adjust Initially Inspect/Adjust Monthly Inspect/Adjust WeeklyInspect/Adjust Periodically Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting MechanicalSymptom Probable Cause Solutions Checking Battery Charge Level DON’TJoystick Switches and Indicators Wheelchair OperationJoystick Switches and Indicators Information Gauge DisplayWheelchair Operation Display Description Definition Comments Using the Joystick to Drive the Chair Turning the Power On/OffUsing the Horn Operating the WheelchairMovement Action ReverseInstalling Installing/Removing/Using the Footrest/LegrestFront Riggings Using Adjusting the Footrest HeightRemoving Raising/Lowering the Legrest Assembly Replacing the Heel LoopRaising/Lowering the Legrest Assembly Adjusting Armrest Height ArmsSwing-Back Arms Replacing Armrest PadReplacing the Seat Upholstery Seat and BackSeat Depth Number of Screws Replacing the Back Upholstery Replacing the Back UpholsteryAdjusting the Back Height Adjusting the Back HeightReplacing Seat Positioning Strap Replacing Seat Positioning StrapJoystick Preparing the Joystick for UseRepositioning the Joystick Repositioning the JoystickAdjusting Forks CastersWhen to Charge Batteries BatteriesCharging Batteries Description and Use of Battery ChargersTools Quantity Comments QTY Volts Battery Remarks Width Connecting the Battery ChargerRecommended Battery Types Replacing the BatteriesCleaning Battery Terminals Removing/Installing the Battery BoxesImmediately Installing/Removing Battery Tray Removing/Installing Battery BoxesInstalling/Removing Batteries Into/From Battery Boxes Tool QTY CommentsConnecting Battery Cables Installing/Removing Batteries Into/From Battery BoxesBatteries Replacing Battery Box Retaining Strap Replacing Battery Box Retaining Strap CLUTCH/MOTOR Lock Engaging/Disengaging the ClutchesInstalling/Adjusting Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel LocksWheel Locks Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel Locks Adjusting Height Installing/Removing/Adjusting Anti-TippersANTI-TIPPERS Installing/Removing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers Transporting the Wheelchair TransportingUnfolding/Folding the Wheelchair Transporting the Wheelchair Limited Warranty Probasics