Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube; Replacing/Repairing Caster Tire/Tube - Invacare Tracer SX5 User Manual

6 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
Suggested Maintenance Procedures
1. Before using your wheelchair, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear and replace. Check all parts for proper
adjustment.
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, check the wheels and tires periodically for cracks and wear. Replace as recommended. Refer to
Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube or Refer to Replacing/Repairing Caster Tire/Tube.
6.4

Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube

WARNING
Replacement of solid urethane tires is not recommended. If the solid urethane tire needs repaired, Invacare recommends
replacing the complete wheel assembly.
Replacement of rear wheel tube must be performed by a qualified technician.
6.5

Replacing/Repairing Caster Tire/Tube

WARNING
Replacement of solid urethane or semi-pneumatic tires is not recommended. If the solid urethane or semi-pneumatic tires
need replaced, Invacare recommends replacing complete caster assembly.
For pneumatic tires, replacement of the tube must be performed by a qualified technician.
 Tire wear is excessive if:
• Pneumatic Tires - there is missing tread or the tires are bald.
• Urethane Tires - there are cuts, surface defects or the tires are loose on the rims.
• Rubber Tires - 30% or more of the tire has worn away.
Invacare recommends that rear wheel tire/tube and caster tire/tube be replaced every five years.
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