Section 7-Wheel Brakes - Invacare Action 3 NG Service Manual

S E C T I O N 7 — W H E E L B R A K E S
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching
hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.
Ensure that the clamp assembly is well positioned in its frame located position.
Adjusting Wh eel Brakes
NOTE: When changing the position of the rear wheels, the wheel brakes MUST be repositioned.
NOTE: Before adjusting or replacing the wheel brake assemblies, ensure that the tires are inflated
to the recommended BAR, KPa, P.S.I on the side wall of the tire.
NOTE: If wheel brakes need replacement, installation must be performed by a qualified technician.
Ad j u sti ng Wh e e l Br ak e P osi ti on
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.1.
1. Remove the two mounting screws that secures the wheel brake assembly to the
wheelchair frame.
2. Remove the wheel brake assembly from the clamp assembly.
3. Move the clamp assembly (if necessary) to the other wheel brake position on the
wheelchair frame.
4. Install the wheel brake assembly into the clamp assembly.
5. Secure the wheel brake assembly to the wheelchair frame with the two mounting
screws.
6. Repeat STEPS 1 to 6 for the other wheel brake assembly.
Frame located
position
W heelchair
Frame
FIGURE 7.1
W A R N I N G
Adjusting Wheel Brakes - Adjusting Wheel Brake Position
SECTION 7—WHEEL BRAKES
W heel
Brake
4 1