Adjusting/Replacing The Primary Caliper Brake And Parking Brake - Invacare Force-2 User Manual

6.12 Adjusting/Replacing the Primary Caliper
Brake and Parking Brake
WARNING!
– After any adjustments, repair or service and before
use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened
securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.
– Replacement of the parking brake MUST be performed
by a qualified technician.
The Force-2 model has a stop-button parking brake that
adjusts using this procedure. The Force RX, Force G, Force
CC, and Force K have a cable driven parking brake.
Adjusting
Cable
Loosen the hex nut and turn the adjuster barrel clockwise (tighten)
or counterclockwise (loosen) to adjust the cable. Retighten hex nut.
Brake Pads
Adjust the brake pad assembly so that when the parking brake is
engaged the brake pads rest solely on the rim of the wheel.
Replacing
Brake Pads
1. Remove the mounting nuts and brake pads.
2. Secure the replacement brake pads with hardware and adjust.
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Force-2 Parking Brake
All Other Force Models
Service Procedures
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