Invacare T6 Removing/Installing the Elastomers (Suspension Forks Only)

SECTION 8—WHEELS
Crossfire™Series Wheelchairs 54 Part No 1148078
Removing/Installing the Elastomers
(Suspension Forks Only)
CAUTION
DO NOT use excessive force when removing/installing the threaded sleeve
from/onto the fork. Damage to the threaded sleeve may occur.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE8.18.
Removing the Elastomer
NOTE: One mounting screw will not turn.
1. Using two allen wrenches, turn mounting screws in opposite directions and remove
one mounting screw from fork.
2. Remove the threaded bushing and mounting screw securing the suspension fork top
to the elastomer and the suspension fork bottom. DO NOT use excessive force.
3. If replacing the elastomer, discard the existing elastomer.
Installing the Elastomer
NOTE: Make sure the elastomer sits in the two recessed areas on the fork.
1. Position the new elastomer between the suspension fork top and suspension fork
bottom.
2. Align the mounting holes in the suspension fork top and suspension fork bottom.
3. Using the threaded bushing and
mounting screw, secure the suspension
fork top and suspension fork bottom.
DO NOT use excessive force.
 WARNING
Use Loctite 242 when reinstalling the
mounting screw into the threaded bush-
ing. Otherwise the fork can become dis-
assembled. Possible injury or damage
could result.
4. Apply Loctite 242 to the mounting
screw.
5. Reinstall the mounting screw into the
threaded bushing and tighten securely. FIGURE 8.18 Removing/Installing the
Elastomers (Suspension Forks Only)
Suspension
Fork Top
Washer
Locknut
Suspension
Fork Bottom
Elastomer
Threaded
Bushing
Mounting
Screws
Caster
Mounting
Screws