Repair Instructions; Removing/Installing The Drive Wheels - Invacare Leo User Manual

9.4 Repair Instructions

Important information about maintenance work
tools!
– Some maintenance work which is described in this
manual and can be carried out by the user without
problems require the correct tools for proper work.
If you do not have the correct tool available we do
not recommend that you try to carry out the relevant
work. In this case, we urgently recommend that you
contact an authorised specialist workshop.
The following are instructions on maintenance and repairs that can
be performed by the user. For the specifications of spare parts
please see 12 Technical data, page 47, or consult the service manual,
available from Invacare (in this connection please see the addresses
and phone numbers at the end of this user manual). In case you
require assistance, please contact your Invacare dealer.
CAUTION!
Risk of damage or injury if the vehicle is
accidentally set into motion during repairs
– Switch the power off (ON/OFF Button).
– Engage the motors.
– Secure the vehicle against rolling away by placing
wedges under the wheels.
CAUTION!
Risk of hands and feet being crushed by the
weight of the wheelchair
– Pay attention to your hands and feet.
– Use the correct lifting techniques.
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9.4.1 Removing/Installing the Drive Wheels

This procedure applies to the rear wheels of the four wheel
and three wheel models.
Take note of position and orientation of wheel and mounting
hardware before removing.
Tools:
•
17 mm spanner
•
Rubber mallet
•
Screwdriver
•
17 mm safety nut
Removing the Drive Wheels
1. Turn power off and remove the key from the ignition.
2. Remove the seat. Refer to 5.5 Removing/Installing the seat, page
20.
3. Place the rear frame assembly (not shown) up on blocks so that
the drive wheels A are off the ground.
Remove the cap B, locknut C and small washer D from the
4.
threaded end of the drive shaft E.
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