Invacare Deluxe Three-Position IH6065 series - Manual (Page 27)

SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE
Part No. 1141494 27 Invacare Mobile Recliners
Replacing Casters
Replacing Caster Assembly
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to Detail “A” of FIGURE 5.9.
1. Place the recliner on its side to gain access to the existing caster assemblies.
2. Remove the hex screw and locknut that secures the caster assembly to the recliner
frame.
3. Align hole in caster insert with hole in recliner frame and install new caster assembly.
4. Reinsert and tighten the hex head screw and nut.
5. Return the recliner to its upright position.
NOTE: Periodic inspection of the hex head screws and nuts is recommended to ensure that they
are tight. Time and usage may allow them to become loose and could cause breakage of the caster
assemblies.
Replacing Caster Wheels
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to Detail “B” of FIGURE 5.9
NOTE: When replacing the rear locking caster wheel, note the orientation of the locking actuator
and axle bolt for proper reinstallation.
1. Remove axle bolt and locknut that secure the existing caster wheel to the fork.
2. Remove existing caster wheel from fork.
3. Install the new caster wheel into the fork.
4. Install the axle bolt and locknut and tighten securely.
NOTE: On Models IH6074A and IH6065 series, the rear casters are locking/swivel casters and the
front casters are free wheeling and non‐pivotal. On Model IH6077A, the rear casters are locking/
swivel and the front casters are swivel only. ALWAYS replace casters accordingly.
FIGURE 5.9 Replacing Casters
Locknut
Recliner Frame
Hex Head
Screw
Caster
Insert
Axle Bolt
Fork Nut
Caster Wheel
Axle
Bolt Locking
Acruator
Locknut
Caster
Wheel
DETAIL “A” - CASTER ASSEMBLY DETAIL “B” - CASTER WHEELS