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IV. WHEELCHAIR USE & CONFIGURATION
J. Rear Wheels
WARNING: Before operating chair, assure the push button is completely extended and
locking balls on the inside are fully engaged. Failure to do so may result in the wheel falling
off, which could cause a fall or tip-over resulting in serious injury or death to you or others.
How to Use Your Rear Wheels
1. Installing the Wheels
a. Push in the quick release button (Fig. 17:B) on the axle (Fig. 17:C) to allow the locking balls
to retract. Make note of the difference between the extended and depressed position of
the axle release button and its effect on the locking balls (Fig. 17:D) on the other end of the
axle.
b. Insert the axle into the bearing housing on the wheel if it’s separate.
c. Push on the quick release button again and slide the axle into the axle sleeve (Fig. 17:A).
d. Release the button to lock the axle in sleeve. If the release button does not fully extend
and the locking balls do not move into the locked position after releasing the button, the
axle length needs to be adjusted.
e. If the wheel does not fit, try installing it on the opposite side.
2. Removing the Wheels
a. Hold the wheel close to the hub and push the button in on the outside end of the axle.
b. While still holding the button, pull the wheel and the axle out of the axle sleeve.
A
C
D
B
Fig. 17
