SECTION 8—UPHOLSTERY/ POSITIONING STRAP
3. For proper installation, note the mounting position of the upper hex screw securing
the cane bracket to the back cane.
4. Remove the upper hex screw, washer and locknut securing the cane bracket to the
back cane.
5. Remove the lower hex screw, washer and locknut securing the cane bracket to the back
cane.
6. Remove the back cane from the wheelchair.
7. Repeat STEPS 2 - 6 for the opposite back cane.
Installing
NOTE: If replacing back canes, discard existing back canes and perform this procedure using new
back canes.
1. Install the lower hex screw, washer and locknut through the slot in the cane bracket to
secure the cane bracket to the back cane.
NOTE: The cane bracket should be positioned as shown in FIGURE 8.3.
2. Install the upper hex screw, washer and locknut through one of the following:
• Using the Same Back Angle - the mounting hole noted in STEP 3 of Removing on
page 63.
• Changing the Back Angle - the mounting hole determined in Back Angle
Adjustment on page 103.
3. Torque both locknuts to 156 in lbs (13 ft-lbs) (17.62 Nm).
4. Repeat STEPS 1 - 3 for the opposite back cane.
5. Reinstall the flip back armrest onto the wheelchair. Refer to the wheelchair owner's
manual.
6. If applicable, install the back pan.
Back Cane
Cane Bracket
Upper Hex Screw
Washers
Lower Hex Screw
3G Storm Series® Wheelchairs
Locknuts
Slot
FIGURE 8.3 Removing/Installing the Back Canes
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