SECTION 6—WHEELS

SECTION 6—WHEELS

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.

Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service verify that ON/OFF switch on the joystick is in the OFF position.

Replacing the Front/Rear Casters

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.1.

NOTE: Front and rear casters are replaced in the same manner.

NOTE: When replacing the front/rear casters, it is necessary to brace the caster to prevent spinning.

1.Remove the mounting screw, two washers and locknut that secures the caster to the fork.

2.Remove the caster and discard.

3.Secure new caster to fork with existing mounting screw, two washers and locknut. Securely tighten.

Locknut

ForkWasher

Mounting Screw

Washer

Caster

FIGURE 6.1 Replacing the Front/Rear Casters

Pronto® M71™

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Part No 1118377

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Invacare M71 service manual Wheels, Replacing the Front/Rear Casters