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SECTION 5—REAR WHEELS/FRONT CASTORS 

Removing/Installing/Replacing the Fork Assembly 

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.8.

 

Removing the Fork 

1.

Pull off the cap and remove the locknut, fork axle, upper & lower washers that
secure the fork assembly to the frame.

2.

Remove the fork assembly from the frame.

Installing the  Fork 

1. Using the fork axle and the existing locknut, install the washers and secure the fork

to the frame. Torque to 20 Nm.

2. Install the cap by pushing on it.

FIGURE 5.8 

Fork

 

Assembly

 

Assembly description

Screw

Tool

Torque

Fork axle

H-1/2-20x3"

Flat hexa wrench #19

Hexagon socket #19

15 to 20 Nm

Summary of Contents for Action 2 Basic

Page 1: ...1605884 A May 2016 Invacare Action 2 Basic S E R V I C E M A N U A L M A I N T E N A N C E A N D A D J U S T M E N T The procedures in this manual MUST be performed by a qualified technician...

Page 2: ...Checks 8 Stability Warning 9 SECTION 2 FRONT HANGERS 10 Adjusting Footrest Height 10 Replacing Heel Strap 11 Installing Angle Adjustable 11 Installing Calf Strap 12 Adjusting Calfpad Depth 13 SECTION...

Page 3: ...eel Tyre Tube 27 Removing Installing Replacing the Fork Assembly 28 Removing Installing Replacing the Castor Assemblies 29 SECTION 6 WHEEL BRAKES 30 Adjusting Wheel Brakes 31 Replacing Wheel Lock Hand...

Page 4: ...must be cared for just like any other vehicle Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair Initially and at least every six months follow these maintenance procedures Tro...

Page 5: ...ovement or binding when rear wheels are lifted and spun Quick release axles lock properly see page 23 Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling finish Inspect for broken spokes Wheel fork a...

Page 6: ...ge Clean upholstery and armrests Sealed bearings and axle nut tension are correct Wheel fork assembly has proper tension when castor is spun Loosen tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds...

Page 7: ...re all nuts and bolts are tight Check all parts for damage or wear and replace Check all parts for proper adjustment 2 Keep quick release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and pro...

Page 8: ...g Handrims on section 5 8 Periodically check castor wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from moisture Use a Teflon lubricant if necessary 9 Check upholstery for sagging rips or tears 1...

Page 9: ...back bag as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one or any combination of the nine may cause the wheelchair to increase decrease in stability S...

Page 10: ...nce between the bottom of the footplate and the ground floor MUST be maintained at all times 4 If the distance between the bottom of footplate and the ground floor is not 50 mm minimum adjust footrest...

Page 11: ...Angle Adjustable Footplate NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 2 4 NOTE This procedure is for individual Angle Adjustable Footrests only 1 Position the angle adjustable footplate on the footrest s...

Page 12: ...knob into the desired position and firmly tighten the knob 3 If necessary repeat STEPS 1 2 to adjust remaining elevating legrest angle Adjusting the Footplate There are two different foot plates avai...

Page 13: ...transfers and has three depth adjustment options Depth adjustment 1 After loosening the fixing screw C adjust to the desired depth and firmly tighten the fixing screw FIGURE 2 5 Adjusting Elevating E...

Page 14: ...may occur Removing Installing Swing Away Armrests Removing Installing Swing Away Armrest NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 3 2 Removing Swing Away Armrest 1 Unlock existing armrest assembly by...

Page 15: ...sting armrest assembly first into the rear pivot socket and into the front arm socket 3 Lock new existing armrest assembly by operate the push pin Make sure that the dog point is properly engaged in i...

Page 16: ...rmrest assembly 2 Replace arm pad and securely tighten with the existing mounting screws 3 Repeat STEPS 1 2 for the opposite side if necessary FIGURE 3 3 Replacing Armrest Arm Pad Armrest assembly Mou...

Page 17: ...decrease in stability Refer to table on page 9 After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may occur Removi...

Page 18: ...stery out of the seat rails FIGURE 4 2 Removing Installing Seat Upholstery Removing Installing Standard Back Upholstery NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 4 3 on page 18 Removing Back Upholstery...

Page 19: ...back upholstery from the back canes Refer to Detail B FIGURE 4 3 Removing Installing Standard Back Upholstery Back Cane DETAIL A DETAIL B Upholstery Assembly description Screw Tool Torque Upholstery...

Page 20: ...he back of the wheelchair frame NOTE Both back canes should be set to the same adjustment holes Back Cane Bracket Mounting Screws Locknuts FIGURE 4 4 Removing Installing the Back Cane Bracket Assembly...

Page 21: ...ove the existing seat posture belt from the wheelchair 5 Engage the two halves of the new seat posture belt 6 Align the mounting holes on the wheelchair frame and one end of the new seat posture belt...

Page 22: ...wise injury or damage may occur NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 4 6 NOTE To remove the back brace reverse this procedure 1 Align the back brace ends with the handles of the back canes 2 Secure...

Page 23: ...ging the size of the rear wheel or the seat to floor height this procedure must be performed by a qualified technician Quick Release Axles NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 5 2 Removing 1 Hold t...

Page 24: ...stall the new existing rear wheel and quick release axle A into the axle bracket on the wheelchair frame B 3 Refer to Adjusting Quick Release Axles paragraph if the locking pins are not protruding pas...

Page 25: ...BEFORE operating the wheelchair Keep locking pins clean 5 Reinstall rear wheel onto the wheelchair Refer to Removing Installing Rear Wheels paragraph 6 Repeat STEPS 4 5 until the quick release axle d...

Page 26: ...26 SECTION 5 REAR WHEELS FRONT CASTERS 5 Reinstall the rear wheel to the wheelchair Refer to Removing Installing Rear Wheels paragraph 6 Repeat STEPS 1 5 for opposite wheel if necessary...

Page 27: ...or tube MUST be performed by a qualified technician Replacing Repairing Front Castor Tyre Tube W A R N I N G Replacement of front castor tyre or tube MUST be performed by a qualified technician C A U...

Page 28: ...r lower washers that secure the fork assembly to the frame 2 Remove the fork assembly from the frame Installing the Fork 1 Using the fork axle and the existing locknut install the washers and secure t...

Page 29: ...adjusted to the same height NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 5 9 Removing Front Wheel 3 Remove the mounting bolt and locknut that secure the front wheel to the fork 4 Remove the wheel from the...

Page 30: ...uts and washers that secures the wheel brake assembly to the wheelchair frame 2 Remove the wheel brake assembly from the wheelchair frame 3 Move the brake assembly if necessary to the other wheel brak...

Page 31: ...eelchair 7 Repeat STEPS 1 6 until the wheel brakes engage the rear wheels enough to hold the occupied wheelchair DETAIL A 5 Secure the new wheel brake handle with the mounting screw and locknut Torque...

Page 32: ...tippers are adjusted to the same mounting hole Installing Adjusting Anti Tippers Installing Anti Tippers NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 8 1 Setting the four heights 1 To adjust the height re...

Page 33: ...pper wheel is ALWAYS located outside the rear wheel volume Failure to maintain proper spacing may result in the chair tipping over backward causing serious injury or property damage 1 Press the releas...

Page 34: ...6x40 Allen wrench 4 Flathexa wrench 10 4 1 Nm Crossbar link BHS M6x40 Allen wrench 4 Flathexa wrench 10 3 1 Nm Axle for crossbar H M8x80 2x Flathexa wrench 13 6 1 Nm Assembly description Screw Tool To...

Page 35: ...nstruction Wheelchair shall be send to authorized dealer in appropriate packaging to avoid damage during shipment ____________________________________________ Information _____________________________...

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