Invacare T6 Removing/Installing the Elastomers Suspension Forks Only, Removing the Elastomer

SECTION 8—WHEELS

Removing/Installing the Elastomers

(Suspension Forks Only)

CAUTION

DO NOT use excessive force when removing/installing the threaded sleeve from/onto the fork. Damage to the threaded sleeve may occur.

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.18.

Removing the Elastomer

NOTE: One mounting screw will not turn.

1.Using two allen wrenches, turn mounting screws in opposite directions and remove one mounting screw from fork.

2.Remove the threaded bushing and mounting screw securing the suspension fork top to the elastomer and the suspension fork bottom. DO NOT use excessive force.

3.If replacing the elastomer, discard the existing elastomer.

Installing the Elastomer

NOTE: Make sure the elastomer sits in the two recessed areas on the fork.

1.Position the new elastomer between the suspension fork top and suspension fork bottom.

2.Align the mounting holes in the suspension fork top and suspension fork bottom.

3.Using the threaded bushing and mounting screw, secure the suspension fork top and suspension fork bottom. DO NOT use excessive force.

WARNING

Use Loctite 242 when reinstalling the mounting screw into the threaded bush- ing. Otherwise the fork can become dis- assembled. Possible injury or damage could result.

4.	Apply Loctite 242 to the mounting
	screw.
5.	Reinstall the mounting screw into the

Washer

Locknut

Elastomer

Mounting

Screws

Suspension

Fork Top

Threaded

Bushing

Mounting

Screws

Suspension

Fork Bottom

Caster

threaded bushing and tighten securely.

FIGURE 8.18 Removing/Installing the Elastomers (Suspension Forks Only)

Crossfire™Series Wheelchairs 54 Part No 1148078