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5.5 Quick release rear wheels
On this model it is possible to remove the rear wheels quickly and
easily, thereby reducing the size of the wheelchair. This can be
particularly useful when the wheelchair needs to be loaded into a
car or place for storage or driven through a narrow passageway if
the wheelchair is provided with transit wheels (see chapter 7.2
"Transit wheels").
Removing the wheel
Release the brakes
To make this procedure easier, slightly raise the wheel using
the handles on the back.
Take hold of the wheel by the spokes close to the axel bush,
push the release button in and, without letting go, pull the
entire wheel outwards (figure 33).
Fig.33
Replacing the wheel
Release the brakes
To make this procedure easier, slightly raise the wheel using
the handles on the back.
Take hold of the wheel by its spokes close to the axel bush,
push in the release button and, without letting go, get the axel
in correctly.
In order to lock the wheel, let go of the release button (a single
audible click indicates that the wheel has been placed
correctly).
Removing and replacing the wheel must always be
carried out with the brakes released.
Ensure that the quick-release axels are completely
locked in place. Check this by taking hold of the
wheel at the spokes close to the axel bush and
pulling firmly outwards. (see chapter 2.7 "Quick release
axles")
5.6 Using the brakes
Engaging the brakes
Push the lever forwards with "push-on brakes" fig. 34/b.
Pull the level backwards if "pull-on brakes" are fitted fig. 34/a.
Releasing the brakes
Pull the lever backwards with "push-on brakes" fig. 34/b.
Push the lever forwards if "pull-on brakes" are fitted fig. 34/a.
Take care not to injure your hands and fingers when
operating the brakes.
JOKER EVOLUTION 23
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