SECTION 8—WHEELS

Installing the Caster

1.Align the caster with the desired mounting holes in the fork.

2.Insert the threaded bushing with mounting screw, through the two axle spacers and caster. DO NOT use excessive force.

WARNING

Use Loctite™242 when reinstalling the mounting screw into the threaded bushing. Otherwise the fork can become disassembled. Possible injury or damage could result.

3.Apply Loctite 242 to the mounting screw.

4.Reinstall the mounting screw into the threaded bushing and tighten securely.

Fork

Mounting

 

Screw

Mounting

Axle

Screw

Spacer

 

 

Caster

Axle

Spacer

Threaded Bushing

FIGURE 8.16 Removing/Installing/Repositioning the Caster Assemblies - Suspension Forks

Removing/Installing the Fork Assembly

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.17 on page 53.

NOTE: If replacing a fork, note the mounting position of the existing front caster for installation of the new fork.

Removing Fork Assembly

1.Remove the front caster from the fork. Refer to Removing Front Caster on page 51.

2.Perform one of the following:

Standard Forks - Remove locknut and washer securing the fork, and spacer from the fork stem (Detail “A”).

Suspension Fork (Detail “B”) -

a.Refer to Removing the Elastomer on page 54 to remove the elastomer and suspension fork bottom to access the locknut and washer.

b.Remove locknut and washer securing the suspension fork top and spacer from the fork stem.

Crossfire™Series Wheelchairs

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Invacare T6 manual Removing/Installing the Fork Assembly, Removing Fork Assembly