Replacing The Carbon Brushes - Invacare Kite Service Manual

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8.10.4 Replacing the carbon brushes

Note
The wheelchair can be equipped with 2-pole or 4-pole motors.
Always replace all carbon brushes on both motors at the same time.
Always use carbon brushes of identical types.
ATTENTION: Danger of crushing to the hands and feet by the weight of the wheelchair!
· Pay attention to the hand and feet.
· Use proper lifting techniques.
Requirements:
· 6 mm Allen key
· 10 mm socket spanner
· blade screwdriver
· long wooden blocks, min. 14 x 14 x 30 cm
Removing the carbon brushes:
·
Switch off the mobility aid.
·
Remove the drive wheels as described in chapter 8.9.1.
·
Disengage the motor (1) by setting the engaging lever to "Push".
Note
In the case of the SSD motor, you can unto the bolt (5) with a 10 mm socket spanner and then
turn the motor around so that you can access the rear carbon brushes more easily.
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