Removing/Installing The Fork Assembly - Invacare Top End Crossfire T7A User Manual

11.14 Removing/Installing the Fork Assembly

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If replacing a fork, note the mounting position of the existing front caster for installation of the new fork.
Removing Fork Assembly
1. Remove the front caster from the fork. Refer to Removing Front Caster on page 79.
2. Perform one of the following:
• Standard Forks - Remove locknut securing the fork from the fork stem (Detail "A").
• Suspension Fork (Detail "B") -
a. Unscrew fork stem from head tube.
• One Sided Fork (Detail "C") -
a. Unscrew fork stem from head tube.
Installing Fork Assembly
WARNING
Use Loctite™242 on threads fork stem when reinstalling the suspension fork or one sided fork into the head tube.
Otherwise, the fork may become loose and disengage from the headtube. Possible injury or damage could result.
1. Perform one of the following:
• Standard Forks - Using a locknut, secure the fork to the fork stem (Detail "A").
• Suspension Fork (Detail "B") -
a. Apply Loctite 242 on stem threads.
b. Screw fork stem into head tube. Tighten securely.
• One Sided Fork (Detail "C")
a. Apply Loctite 242 on stem threads.
b. Screw fork stem into head tube. Tighten securely.
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Invacare Crossfire™T7A Wheelchair