Replacing Brake Cable; Replacing Steering Link/Coupling Rod - Invacare Comet Series Service Manual

When disassembling, note the position of small parts
such as screws and washers. Put small parts down so
that they can be reassembled in the right sequence.
• 12 mm wrench
• 13 mm wrench
• Philipps screwdriver
• Allen key 5 mm
• Supporting wooden block
1. Remove seat.
2. Remove shroud.
3. Disconnect battery cable.
4.
Place a supporting wooden block under the front part of
the frame so that the front wheel is no longer touching
the floor.
5. Slacken both brake cables.
6. Disconnect brake cable at affected wheel.
7. Loosen wheel bolt.
8. Pull wheel and brake off shaft.
9.
Pull brake out of brake drum.
10. Replace brake lining or complete brake.
11. Reassemble wheel and brake.
12. Push wheel and brake onto shaft.
13. Apply brake so that brake shoes can align.
14. Install parts in reverse order.
15. Adjust braking force on wheel using brake lever setting
screw.
16. Check braking function while pushing.
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4.9.2 Replacing brake cable

CAUTION!
Risk of accident
Accidental rolling can lead to accidents.
– Secure mobility device against rolling away.
When disassembling, note position of small parts
such as screws and washers. Put small parts down
so that they can be reassembled in right sequence.
You do not need to remove wheel to replace brake
cable.
• 10 mm wrench
• Phillips screwdriver
1.
Slacken brake cable using setting screw A.
2. Disconnect brake cable at wheel B.
3. Disconnect brake cable at brake lever on steering
column.
4. Route brake cable through shroud.
5. Loosen brake lever screw C at wheel.
6. Replace brake cable.
7. Install parts in reverse order.
8. Test braking function while pushing.

4.9.3 Replacing steering link/coupling rod

CAUTION!
Risk of accident
Accidental rolling can lead to accidents.
– Secure scooter against rolling away.
When disassembling, note position of small parts
such as screws and washers. Put small parts down
so that they can be reassembled in right sequence.
• 10 mm wrench
• 12 mm wrench
• 13 mm wrench
• Phillips screwdriver
• Circlip pliers
• Supporting wooden block
1. Remove seat.
2. Remove shroud.
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