Invacare 1073955 manual Seat and Back, Replacing the Locking Mechanism in the Back Cane

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SECTION 7—SEAT AND BACK

SECTION 7—SEAT AND BACK

WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.

NOTE: The procedures in this section of the manual apply to non‐recliner seat frames only except where noted.

Replacing the Locking Mechanism in the Back Cane

CAUTION

The locking mechanism in the back canes is spring loaded. Slowly remove the back canes from the wheelchair to prevent the springs from being lost.

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.1.

1.Fold the back canes down and out of the way. Refer to Folding/Unfolding the Back Canes on page 56.

2.Twist the actuator counterclockwise to remove from the locking mechanism.

3.Slowly let the locking mechanism and spring slide out of the back cane.

NOTE: Inspect the spring for wear and damage. Replace if necessary.

4.Slide the new locking mechanism and spring into the back cane.

5.Make sure the angled end of the locking mechanism is pointing up towards the locking pin on the adjustment plate.

6.Use Loctite™ 242, on threads only, and securely tighten the actuator into the locking mechanism.

7.Unfold the back canes. Refer to Folding/Unfolding the Back Canes on page 56.

	Back Cane
	Actuator
Spring
	Angled Portion of
Locking	Locking
Mechanism	Mechanism

FIGURE 7.1 Replacing the Locking Mechanism in the Back Cane

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Part No. 1073955

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Contents Orbit Orbit Table of Contents Front Riggings Options Register Your Product Complete and mail the form on the nextProduct Registration Form City State/ProvinceFold here Cut Along Line Special Notes Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat RestraintsLabel Location Standard LabelsWheelchairs with Trro Typical Product Parameters Minimum MaximumInformation for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants General GuidelinesStability All Models Anti-Tippers Operating InformationWeight Limitation Weight TrainingTire Pressure Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsStability and Balance Coping With Everyday Obstacles Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward Reaching and Leaning BackwardsTipping Do not tip the wheelchair without assistanceMethod 1 Wheelchair With Step Tubes Method 2 Wheelchair Without Step TubesStairways StairwaysEscalators Transferring To and From Other SeatsSafety Inspection Checklist Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGInspect/Adjust Initially Inspect/Adjust Weekly Inspect/Adjust MonthlyInspect/Adjust Periodically Troubleshooting MaintenanceMaintenance Safety Precautions Suggested Maintenance ProceduresSafety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Assembling/Disassembling the Removable Orbit Wheelchair AssemblyAssembling the Seat Frame to the Base Frame Disassembling the Seat Frame from the Base Frame Assembling/Disassembling the Removable Orbit Wheelchair Installing/Removing Front Riggings Installing Front RiggingsFront Riggings Removing Front RiggingsAdjusting Pivot Slide Tube Height Adjusting Footplate HeightAdjusting Footplate Height 70 MFX and 90 Footrests Only Installing 3-Inch Extension Adjusting Footplate Height MFX and 90 Footrests OnlyInstalling Elevating Legrest Adjusting Elevating LegrestAdjusting Depth on Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-up FootplateAdjusting Angle on Adjustable Angle Flip-up Footplate Bilateral Contracture Platform Procedures Installing Bilateral Contracture PlatformAdjusting Height of Bilateral Contracture Platform Removing Bilateral Contracture PlatformAdjusting Bilateral Contracture Platform Footplate Depth Adjusting Bilateral Contracture Platform AngleReplacing Sector Block Installing/Removing Telescoping Front Frame Tubes Adjusting Telescoping Front Frame TubesReplacing Heel Loop Optional Footrest AccessoriesComposite Footplates Adjustable Footplate 15 Replacing Heel Loop Adjustable FootplateInstalling the T-Arm Sockets ArmsInstalling T-Arms Installing/Removing the T-armsRemoving T-Arms Adjusting T-Arm Height Adjusting the T-ArmsAdjusting T-Arm Width Adjusting T-Arm Depth Adjusting the T-Arms- Adjusting T-Arm WidthAdjusting T-Arm Sockets Adjusting the T-Arms- Adjusting T-Arm DepthAdjusting the Transfer Assists and/or Side Guards Adjusting the T-Arms- Adjusting T-Arm SocketsAdjusting the Transfer Assists and/or Side Guards Replacing the T-Arm Locking LeverUsing/Installing/Adjusting Cantilever Arms Using Catilever Arms Installing/Removing/Adjusting Catilever Arms Using/Installing/Adjusting Cantilever ArmsAngled Portion Locking Mechanism Adjustment Replacing and Adjusting Arm Pad Depth for Cantilever ArmsReplacement Seat and Back Replacing the Locking Mechanism in the Back CaneInstalling Fixed Height Stroller Handles Installing Adjustable Angle Stroller HandlesRemoving Adjustable Angle Stroller Handles Adjusting Adjustable Angle Stroller HandlesRemoving/Installing the Spreader Bar Adjusting Adjustable Angle Stroller HandlesRemoving/Installing the Spreader Bar Folding/Unfolding the Back CanesInstalling RemovingReplacing/Installing Front Caster Assemblies Front CastersReplacing Front Fork Replacing Front ForkAdjusting Caster Headtubes Adjusting Caster HeadtubesRemoving/Installing Rear Wheels Rear WheelsQuick-Release Axles Permanent AxlesAdjusting the Quick-Release Axle Removing/Installing Rear WheelsInstalling Non-Projection Handrims Replacing HandrimsNon-Projection Handrims Projection HandrimsInstalling Projection Handrims Removing Projection HandrimsFoot Activated Wheel Lock Procedures Installing/Removing Foot Activated Wheel LocksUsing Foot Activated Wheel Locks ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LocksHand Activated Wheel Lock Procedures Installing/Removing Hand Activated Wheel LocksAdjusting the Wheel Lock Engaging/Disengaging Hand Activated Wheel LocksInstalling Anti-Tippers Adjusting the Wheel LockAdjusting Anti-Tippers Adjusting Anti-TippersRecliner Engaging Tilt-In-SpaceRecliner Operating Recliner Engaging Tilt-In-SpaceAdjusting Limit Stops of the Tilt Mechanism Adjusting Anterior Forward Limit StopsAdjusting Posterior Rearward Limit Stops Replacing Upholstery Recliner Models OnlyReplacing the Back Upholstery Replacing the Headrest UpholsteryAdjusting the Back Height Recliner Models Only Replacing Upholstery Recliner Models OnlyTransport Ready Option Specifications Weight LimitAbout Transport Ready Packages Compliance InformationSecuring the Wheelchair to the Vehicle Positioning the Wheelchair in the VehicleSecurement Points Securing the WheelchairVehicle-Anchored Belts Securing the OccupantSeating System Positioning Belts Positioning BeltsUsing the Ventilator Tray OptionsLimited Warranty USA