Invacare 1145554, 1145553, 1145551, 1145550, 1145552 Removing/Installing Handrims with Rivnuts

6.Insert the new mounting screws through the wheel and the new spacers.

7.Thread the mounting screw into the rivnuts on the handrim.

NOTE: DO NOT tighten the screws.

NOTE: Screws and spacers are provided. DO NOT use the old screws and spacers, you may damage the thumb guard and void the warranty.

8. Center the handrim on the wheel.

NOTE: The thumb guard should not spin when pushed on and should be centered on the wheel. If the thumb guard tilts to one side, loosen the mounting screws and readjust the thumb guard.

9.Secure the handrim to the wheel by tightening the screws.

10.Reinstall the wheel onto the wheelchair. Refer to wheelchair owner’s manual.

11.Repeat STEPS 1-10 for the other wheel.

Mounting Screw

Wheel

Spacer

Wider Edge

Thumb Guard

Rivnut

Handrim

FIGURE 1 Removing/Installing Handrims with Rivnuts®

Natural-Fit Handrims 2 Part No. 1144492