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4.13 qr rear Wheel asseMbly
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Inspection
1. Check wheel is not buckled or physically damaged. Replace if required.
2. Check by hand that each quick release wheel locates correctly in both quick releases axle bushes. Ensuring that the ball bearings
protrude fully to secure a locked position.
3. Check that there is no significant sideward movement.
4. Check that fixed axle lock nut is fully secured.
5. Check that handrim is in good condition and secure.
6. Check tyre for wear (and correct inflation when applicable), both wheels should allow the same degree of wear (see side of
tyre for pressure rating).
7. Check that spokes for tension and general condition.
8. Check brake alignment is horizontal to tyre.
9. Check brake functionality.
Note: For ease of maintenance the self propel rear wheel assembly can be purchased as a complete assembly.
Caution: Take care while supporting the wheel chair in order to remove the wheel. Handrims are constantly in
contact with your hands. Make sure that they are not damaged.
Explosion Hazard: Never exceed the pressure on the side walls of the tyre, otherwise, the tyre may explode andcause injuries!
removing a rear wheel assembly fitted with a quick release hub
A, Push the inner button (13) and slide the wheel assembly out of the locating block
replacing a quick release axle
To remove a quick release axle (14) proceed as follows:
A, Remove the wheel (see above)
B, Remove the axle (14) from the hub
adjusting a quick release axle
A, Using a suitable socket on the nut and a suitable spanner on the axle end, adjust to give a secured fit into the axle bushes
B, Ensure that each quick release wheellocates correctly in both quick release axle bushes
removing/replacing the handrim
A, Remove all (8) Screws & (9) Washers.
B, Remove all (11) Spacers.
C, Remove (12) Handrim.
D, Assemble (12) Handrim with (11) Spacers, (9) Washers & (8) Screws.
E, Ensure all (8) Screws are securely assembled.
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1, Nyloc nut
2, Flat washer
3, Dished washer
4, Locknut
5, Mounting block
6, Bolt
7, Wheel mounting bush
8, Screw
9, Whasher
10, Wheel
11, Spacer
12, Handrim
13, Inner button
14, Axle
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