Replacing rear wheel handrim, Replacing/repairing rear wheel tire – Invacare Lightweight User Manual
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SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS
Lightweight, Standard and Heavy Duty Wheelchairs
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Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim
ƽ WARNING
DO NOT use composite handrims on the Heavy Duty wheelchair. Otherwise, injury
or damage may occur.
This procedure MUST be performed by a qualified technician.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to
FIGURE 7.2.
1. Remove the rear wheel from the
wheelchair. Refer to
Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on
page 47.
2. Remove the mounting screws that
secure the handrim to the rear wheel.
3. Remove the existing handrim.
4. Install the new handrim by reversing
STEPS 2-3.
5. Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair.
Refer to Removing/Installing Rear
Wheels on page 47.
FIGURE 7.2 Replacing Rear Wheel
6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite rear wheel if necessary.
Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire
ƽ WARNING
Replacement of rear wheel tire 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 if damaged.
Mounting
Screw
Rear
Wheel
Handrim