SECTION 7—RECLINER

Installing

CAUTION

DO NOT remove the retaining clip before the spring lift mechanism is secured to the wheelchair. If the retaining clip is removed, the spring lift mechanism will compress. This will make the spring lift mechanism unusable.

NOTE: If installing a new spring lift mechanism, assembly is shipped with retaining clip attached.

1.Install spring lift mechanism.

2.Install the mounting screw, spacer, and locknut that secures the bottom of the spring lift mechanism to the wheelchair frame.

3.Install the locknut that secures the top of the spring lift mechanism to the wheelchair frame.

CAUTION

DO NOT overtighten the attaching hardware of the spring lift mechanism. Other- wise, damage may occur.

4.Tighten both locknuts from STEPS 2‐3 until one (1) to two (2) full threads are exposed.

5.Remove retaining clip.

NOTE: If retaining clip can not be removed, contact Invacare technical support at the number listed on the back cover.

6. Return wheelchair to normal position.

 

Wheelchair Frame

 

Locknut

Locknut

 

Spacer

Spring Lift

 

Mechanism

Mounting Screw

Retainer Clip

 

Holes for

 

Retainer Clip

 

FIGURE 7.8 Removing/Installing Spring Lift Mechanism

9000 Series

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Invacare 9000 XDT, 9000 XT, 9000XT Recliner, 9000 Series, 9000 SL service manual Removing/Installing Spring Lift Mechanism