Using/Installing/Adjusting Cantilever Arms - Invacare Orbit Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 6—ARMS
WARNING
DO NOT over tighten the locknut that secures the locking lever to the bottom
bracket. Over tightening this locknut will prevent the locking lever from operating
properly, possibly causing injury.
7. Install the phillips bolt and tighten securely with the locknut.
8. Install the T‐arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing the T‐arms on
page 42.
Extended Ends
Spring
Bottom
Bracket
Notch
Locknut
Locking
Phillips Bolt
Lever
FIGURE 6.8 Replacing the T-Arm Locking Lever

Using/Installing/Adjusting Cantilever Arms

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.9 on page 49.
NOTE: Cantilever arms are available on non‐recliner models only.
Using Catilever Arms
1. Pull the actuator of the locking mechanism towards the front of the wheelchair.
2. While holding the actuator of the locking mechanism, pull up on the cantilever arm.
NOTE: If necessary, the locking mechanism in the cantilever arm can be repositioned so the
cantilever arm will open down instead of up. Refer to Replacing/Repositioning the Locking
Mechanism in the Cantilever Arm on page 50.
3. To lock the cantilever arm, push down until there is an audible click.
4. Pull up on the cantilever arm to make sure it is locked in place.
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