Removing/Installing The Tilt Activation Mechanism - Otto Bock kimba neo Service Manual

Service Work
Replacing the Back Angle Adjustment Knob and Cover Cap
1) Using a screwdriver, carefully pry up the cover cap, remove and replace it (not illustrated).
2) Unscrew the knob from the mounting screw on the clamp tie-bar and replace it (see Fig. 117, item 1 – 3).
3) Reinstall the knob (see Fig. 81, item 2).
4) Using a rubber hammer, tap the cover cap (see Fig. 82, item 2) into the knob.

3.6.2.3 Removing/Installing the Tilt Activation Mechanism

INFORMATION
Removing/installing the tilt activation mechanism is required to replace the back frame and base frame (seat
frame).
Removing the Tilt Activation Mechanism
1) Remove the backrest pad (see Page 24).
2) Remove the back insert (see Page 26).
3) Remove the cover cap and knob (see preceding section).
4) Pry the back of the Bowden cable adapter (see Fig. 86, Pos. 1) off the adapter on the back plate (see Fig. 86,
Pos. 2).
5) Remove the round piece from the Bowden cable adapter (see Fig. 87, Pos. 1).
6) If required, disconnect the Bowden cable from the round piece (see Fig. 87, Pos. 2).
7) Cut open and remove the cable ties on the back frame (see Fig. 88, Pos. 1).
8) Pull the Bowden cable down through the back frame (see Fig. 89, Pos. 1).
→ Now the back frame and base frame (seat frame) can be replaced.
Installing the Tilt Activation Mechanism
1) After installing the back frame or base frame (seat frame), reinstall the tilt activation mechanism.
2) Note the following:
→ With the help of cable ties, install the Bowden cable so that it cannot be pinched/damaged (see
Fig. 88/see Fig. 89).
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