Seat / Seat Frame (Without Lifter) - Invacare FDX Service Manual

8.6

Seat / seat frame (without lifter)

Note
This chapter describes how to replace the seat frame on a wheelchair without a lifter or tilt
module. To replace a lifter or tilt module, please follow the procedures explained in chapter 8.7.
WARNING: Danger of crushing!
The seat is very heavy. Danger of injury to hands and feet!
● Let a second person help you.
Requirements:
● 6 mm Allen key
● Torque wrench 5 – 30 Nm (or similar)
● Protractor
● Side cutting pliers
● Cable ties
● Wooden block
Note
Take careful note of the exact position of the seat. Mark the position it is mounted in, the angle
and so on. If necessary, make photographs with a digital camera.
Any modification of the adjustment of the seat affects the centre of gravity of the wheelchair.
Removing the seat:
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Switch the wheelchair off.
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Remove the front cover and the rear covers, as described in chapters 8.1.1 and 8.1.2.
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Take exact note of the positions of all cables and the sockets (1) that they are connected to.
Mark the connectors and sockets or take a photograph with a digital camera.
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Detach all cables from the electronic modules which run from the seat to the chassis.
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Place the cables so that they do not get in the way when you remove the seat.
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