Invacare Storm4 Series Service Manual page 126

SERVICE MANUAL
Refitting the carbon brushes:
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Depending on the condition of the brush and the spring:
- either replace the brushes in exactly the same position from which they were taken or
- fit new brushes.
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Refit the plastic caps and tighten them firmly.
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Refit the drive wheels as described in chapter 8.10.1.
Note
The following procedure is necessary to run the carbon brushes in after replacement and thus
guarantee maximum performance.
WARNING: Risk of accidents!
Hazards to workers, surroundings and mobility device!
· Do not leave the mobility device unattended during the following procedure!
· Secure the area.
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Lift the wheelchair on one side and place a 14 cm high wooden block underneath it so that the
drive wheel is off the ground and can rotate freely. Use proper lifting techniques.
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Also repeat this on the other side of the mobility aid.
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Allow the motors to run for an hour in forward direction.
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Allow the motors to cool down for 30 minutes.
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Allow the motors to run for an hour in reverse direction.
·
Lift the mobility aid off the wooden blocks.
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