Invacare Tracer EXIR Replacing Front Casters Figure, REPLACING/REPAIRING Front Caster TIRE/TUBE

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SECTION 7 FRONT CASTERS

2.Test wheelchair for maneuverability.

3.Readjust locknuts if necessary, and repeat STEPS 1-2 until correct.

4.Snap dust cover over the locknut and stem.

REPLACING FRONT CASTERS (FIGURE 2)

WARNING

If converting from six-inch casters to eight-inch casters or vice versa, the fork assemblies MUST be replaced. Refer to INSTALLING/REPLACING FORK ASSEMBLIES in this section of the manual. In addition, there are SEAT-TO-FLOOR height adjustments that must be made. A qualified technician MUST perform these adjustments if this is the case.

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

NOTE: If replacing the same size front caster, note the mounting position on the fork assembly for proper reinstallation of the NEW front caster.

1.Remove the hex screw, washers and locknut that secure the front caster to the fork. NOTE: Washers are only used with 6 and 8-inch casters with precision bearings.

2.To reinstall the new front caster onto the fork, reverse STEP 1.

6 or 8-inch Fork	Locknut
Hex Screw

Washer (if applicable)

Front Caster

Washer (if applicable)

FIGURE 2 - REPLACING FRONT CASTERS

REPLACING/REPAIRING FRONT CASTER TIRE/TUBE

WARNING

Replacement of front caster tire or tube MUST be performed by a quali- fied technician.

CAUTION

As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced if damaged.

Tracer® EXI 34 Part No. 1110547