11WHEELS

11.3Replacing Quad-Release Axles

1. Remove rear wheel and the existing quick-release axle from the

wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 66.

End of Quick Release axle is shown for reference only. It is not visible when inserted into camber bar.

2.

Remove existing quick-release axle from rear wheel.

3.

Insert new quad-release axle through rear wheel hub.

4.

Slide locking collar onto quad-release axle until it is snug against

 

rear wheel and tighten securely with allen screw.

5.

Reinstall rear wheel and the quad-release axle onto the wheelchair.

 

Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 66.

6.

Flip the handle of the quad-release axle down to release the detent

 

pin ensuring that the locking pins are fully released.

Quick-Release

Axle

Allen Screw

Locking Collar

7.

If detent pin does not fully release, proceed to Adjusting

 

Quad-Release Handles on page 68.

8.

Repeat STEPS 1-7 for the opposite rear wheel.

11.4Adjusting Quad-Release Handles

For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4 on page 69.

Rear Wheel Hub

FIGURE 3 Replacing Quad-Release Axles

In and/or Out

1.Remove rear wheel and the quad-release axle from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 66.

2.Loosen the locking screw.

3.Make one or both of the following adjustments:

If the quad-release handle is not releasing the locking pins completely, rotate the quad-release handle approximately one-quarter turn clockwise.

If the quad-release handle hits the spokes of the rear wheel when assembled, rotate the quad-release handle approximately one-quarter turn counterclockwise.

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Invacare 1171880 user manual Replacing Quad-Release Axles, Adjusting Quad-Release Handles, And/or Out