Wheel Lock

Set Screws

Wheel Lock

Shoe

 

 

 

Extension

 

 

 

Slot

 

Pointed End of

 

 

Wheel Lock

 

Rear Wheel Wheel Lock Shoe Extension

Shoe Extension

 

FIGURE 8 - INSTALLING WHEEL LOCK SHOE EXTENSION

Installing Clamp-On Wheel Locks (FIGURE 9).

1.Position the clamp onto the wheelchair frame.

2.Adjust the clamp position so the wheel lock shoe will embed the tire when engaged.

NOTE: Any wheel lock adjustment should embed the wheel lock shoe at least 1/8-inch (3/16-inch if pneumatic tire) into the tire when engaged.

3. Loosely install the bolt and locknut.

NOTE: It may be necessary to squeeze the clamp together with pliers to install the bolt.

4.Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite side of the wheelchair.

5.Adjust the wheel locks. Refer to ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCKS in this

procedure of the instruction sheet.

Wheelchair Frame

Wheel Lock Shoe

NOTE: Right

 

side shown.

 

Bolt

Locknut

FIGURE 9 - INSTALLING CLAMP-ON WHEEL LOCKS

ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCKS (FIGURE 10)

NOTE: If wheels are pneumatic, before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock assemblies, ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended psi on the side wall of tire. The recommended tire pressure is located on the side wall of the tire.

1.Disengage the wheel locks.

2.Loosen the bolt and locknut that secure the wheel lock to the wheelchair frame.

3.Reposition the wheel lock so that when engaged, the wheel lock shoe embeds the tire 1/8-inch (3/16-inch for pneumatic tires) and HOLDS the occupied wheelchair in place when pushed.

4.Securely tighten the bolt and locknut securing the wheel lock to the wheelchair frame.

5.Engage the wheel lock.

Part No. 1110194 Rev A

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Tracer® SX5 Recliner Conversion Kit

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Invacare Tracer SX5 installation instructions Adjusting the Wheel Locks Figure, Installing Clamp-On Wheel Locks Figure