Removing/Installing Forks And/Or Caster Assemblies - Invacare Pronto M41 Series Service Manual

SERVICE MANUAL
8.4.4

Removing/Installing forks and/or caster assemblies

Note
Front and rear forks are replaced in the same manner.
Requirements:
● Ratchet with 15/16" socket
Removing forks and/or caster assemblies:
● Remove the caster (7) from the fork if necessary. Refer to chapter 8.4.2.
● Remove the head tube cap (1).
● Remove locknut (2), washer (3), and spacer (5) securing the fork (6) to the headtube (4).
Installing forks and/or caster assemblies:
● Insert the spacer (5) and the threaded post of the fork (6) into the headtube (4).
Note
Check the bearing assemblies. Replace if necessary.
● Slide the fork (6) completely into the headtube (4).
● Secure the fork (6) to the headtube (4) with the locknut (2) and washer (3). Securely tighten.
WARNING!
Improper positioning of the washer will prohibit the free movement of the forks which may
result in injury to the occupant.
● Install the caster (7) onto the fork if removed, as described in chapter 8.4.2.
● Replace the headtube cap (1).
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