SUSPENSION
SECTION 7 | SUSPENSION |
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Section 7 - Suspension - includes the following:
Elastomers and Suspension
Replacing Rear Elastomers
Replacing Front Elastomers
Removing/Installing/Replacing Suspension Tubes
Adjusting
Repositioning the Axle Tube
Repositioning Quick Release Levers
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
ELASTOMERS AND SUSPENSION
CAUTION
Weather conditions may affect elastomers. Invacare recommends that elastomers be replaced once a year, otherwise the performance of the wheelchair may be affected.
NOTE: The performance of the wheelchair will be affected if elastomers ARE NOT the same on BOTH SIDES of the wheelchair.
NOTE: If elastomers squeak, lubricate the ends of the elastomers and the shaft of the mounting bolt that secures the elastomers to the suspension tube with a silicone based lubricant.
REPLACING REAR ELASTOMERS (FIGURE 1)
1. Refer to the following chart to determine the elastomers required for the user's weight.
NOTE: Periodically review the following chart to make sure the rear suspension still corresponds to user's weight.
USER'S WEIGHT (IN LBS.) | ELASTOMERS REQUIRED (PER SIDE) | |
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Less Than 100 | BLUE | BLUE |
101 - 140 | BLUE | BLACK |
141 - 180 | BLACK | BLACK |
181 - 220 | BLACK | PURPLE |
221 - 250 | PURPLE | PURPLE |
NOTE: The performance of the wheelchair will be affected if elastomers DO NOT correspond to user's weight.
2.Remove the mounting bolt and locknut that secure the nylon washers, EXISTING UPPER and LOWER elastomers and recessed spacer to the suspension arms.
3.Reinstall the nylon washers, NEW UPPER and LOWER elastomers determined in STEP 1 and recessed spacer into the suspension tube with the mounting bolt. Refer to FIGURE 1 for hardware orientation.
Terminator™ SS | 50 | Part No. 1052712 Rev D |