Replacing/Reversing The Swinging Axle - Invacare Fox Service Manual

SERVICE MANUAL
Refitting the wheel:
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Refit the parts in reverse order.
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When installing the wheel, pay attention to the correct direction of rotation.
7.7.2

Replacing/reversing the swinging axle

The swinging axle can be rotated to change the wheelbase.
Fitting the swinging axle facing:
Figure (A)
Figure (B)
If you change the wheelbase, the centre column on the chassis (see chapter 7.7.3) must be
adapted accordingly.
ATTENTION: Danger of crushing to the hands and feet by the weight of the wheelchair!
· Pay attention to the hand and feet.
· Use proper lifting techniques.
Danger of injury due to uncontrolled movement of the wheelchair!
· Switch the vehicle's power system off (ON-/OFF key).
· Engage the drive motors.
· Secure the vehicle against rolling away by placing wedges under the wheels.
Requirements:
· 10 mm Allen key
· wooden block (approx.14 x 14x 30 cm for propping up vehicle)
· medium strength threadlocker, such as OmniFit 100M
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Remove the legrests.
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Place a wooden block approximately 14 cm high under the curb climber so that the swinging
axle can hang free. Use proper lifting techniques.
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long wheelbase
short wheelbase
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