PROCEDURE 7 | REAR WHEELS |
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REPAIRING/REPLACING PNEUMATIC CASTER OR REAR WHEEL TIRE/TUBE
WARNING
Replacement of a pneumatic tire or tube MUST be performed by a qualified tech- nician.
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced.
REPLACING/ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCK (FIGURE 6)
NOTE: Before adjusting or replacing the High/ Undermount wheel locks, ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended psi on the sidewall of the tire.
Replacing the High/Undermount Wheel Lock
1.Remove the hex screws and remove the existing wheel lock from the wheelchair.
2.Install the new wheel lock and secure with the exist- ing hex screws. Torque to
Adjusting the High/Undermount Wheel Lock
HIGH MOUNT WHEEL LOCK
Hex Screws
High Mount Wheel Lock
UNDER MOUNT WHEEL LOCK
Hex Screws
Under Mount
Wheel Lock
1. Engage the wheel locks.
NOTE: Any wheel lock adjustment should embed the wheel lock shoe at least
2.If necessary, loosen the hex screw(s) that secure the High/Undermount wheel locks to the wheelchair frame and adjust position of the wheel lock until the 3/16- inch
3.Torque the hex screw(s) to 110-120 in./lbs.
4.Engage the wheel locks and push against the wheel- chair and determine if the wheel locks engage the wheel locks enough to hold the wheelchair.
5.Repeat the above procedures until the wheel locks hold the wheelchair.
WHEEL LOCK SHOE ENGAGEMENT
High Mount | Under |
Mount | |
Wheel Lock | Wheel |
Shoe | Lock Shoe |
Tire | Tire |
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FIGURE 6 - REPLACING/ADJUSTING THE
WHEEL LOCK
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