Replacing Castor Fork; Wheels; Repair Instructions - Invacare AVIVA FX Series Service Manual

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6.7.9 Replacing Castor Fork

19 mm wrench
Oblong wooden block (at least 14 cm x 14 cm x 30 cm)
Removing Castor Fork
1. Place wooden block underneath mobility device and
prop up mobility device.
2. Remove cap A.
3. Loosen and remove nut B, washer C and spacer D
that secure castor fork E to swing arm F.
4. Remove fork downwards.
Installing Castor Fork
1. Install parts in reverse order.
2. Tighten hardware until castor spins 1.5 times around
when spun by hand.
3. Check all moveable parts for ease of movement.
4. Install cap
Adjusting Castor Fork
1. Remove cap A.
2. Prop up mobility device.
3. Spin castor C.
4. Adjust nut B until castor spins 1.5 times around when
spun by hand.
5. Place mobility device on the ground again.
6. Test maneuverability of mobility device.
7. Repeat adjustment procedure if necessary until castors
are correctly adjusted.
8. Install cap.

6.8 Wheels

6.8.1 Repair Instructions

CAUTION!
Risk of damage or injury if the mobility device is accidentally set into motion during repairs
– Switch the power off (ON/OFF Button).
– Engage the motors.
– Secure the mobility device against rolling away by placing wedges under the wheels.
CAUTION!
Risk of hands and feet being crushed by the weight of the wheelchair
– Pay attention to your hands and feet.
– Use the correct lifting techniques.
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B
C
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Fig. 6-31
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Fig. 6-32
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