Invacare Lightweight manual Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim, Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire

SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS

Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim

WARNING

DO NOT use composite handrims on the Heavy Duty wheelchair. Otherwise, injury or damage may occur.

This procedure MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.2.

1.Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 47.

2.Remove the mounting screws that secure the handrim to the rear wheel.

3.Remove the existing handrim.

4.Install the new handrim by reversing STEPS 2-3.

5.Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 47.

Rear	Mounting
Wheel	Screw

Handrim

FIGURE 7.2 Replacing Rear Wheel

Handrim

6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite rear wheel if necessary.

Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire

WARNING

Replacement of rear wheel tire MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

CAUTION

As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced if damaged.

Lightweight, Standard and Heavy Duty Wheelchairs 48 Part No. 1114811