Invacare Tracer DLX R E A R W H E E L S, Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim Figure, Rear Wheels, Axle

PROCEDURE 4 REAR WHEELS

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ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE (FIGURE 3)

NOTE: Quick Release Axles are available on Non-Re- cliner wheelchairs ONLY.

1.Remove rear wheel and quick-release axle from the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALL- ING THE REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual.

2.Depress detent pin in the quick-release axle and slide axle through the wheel hub.

3.Release detent pin ensuring that the locking pins are fully released.

4.Increase or decrease end play by adjusting the locknut on the end of the quick-release axle.

5.Reinstall rear wheel onto the wheelchair. Refer to

REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual.

Wheelchair	Locknut
Frame

Locking

PinsDetent

Pin

Axle Spacer
(Conventional		Rear
Arms Only)		Wheel
	Quick- Release	Hub
	Axle

FIGURE 3 - ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE

AXLE

REPLACING REAR WHEEL

HANDRIM (FIGURE 4)

1.Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair.

2.Remove the button screws and washers that se- cure the handrim to the rear wheel.

3.Remove the existing handrim.

4.Install the new handrim by reversing the above procedures.

5.Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair. Refer to

REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual.

6.Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel if necessary.

Button

Screw

Handrim

FIGURE 4 - REPLACING REAR WHEEL

HANDRIM

REPLACING/REPAIRING REAR WHEEL TIRE/TUBE

WARNING

Replacement of rear wheel tire or tube 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 when necessary.

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