Hilite User Manual | Procedure 2
Hilite User Manual
UM-Hilite-020-EU
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Procedure 2 - Rear Wheels
The rear wheels are quick release and are designed to be removed and attached frequently. All rear wheels use quick release
axle pins to secure the wheels to the frame, although these vary in length, they operate the same.
2.1: Removing/attaching rear wheels
Push the quick release button and pull the wheel outwards.
To install, push and hold the button and insert the quick
release axle pin into the axle until the pin clicks into position.
Ensure both wheels are fully engaged prior to use.
2.2: Adjusting Quick release axle pin
Only adjust the quick release axle pin if the wheel does
not engage or the wheels feels loose. To adjust the length,
remove the axle pin from the wheel and by using 2 x
adjustable spanners/wrenches as per Fig 7, extend or shorten
the pin as required.
WARNING:
Changing the size of your rear wheels can seriously affect
the performance and stability of the wheelchair.
WARNING:
Any adjustments to your quick release pins – then YOU
must ensure your wheels lock on both sides of your
wheelchair.
When attaching the rear wheels, always check that they
are securely mounted. Pull on the rear wheels to make
sure the detent pin / RGK cap of the quick release axle are
fully released before operating the wheelchair.
You should NOT be able to pull the rear wheel off.
Fig 6.
A = Lengthen
B = Shorten
Fig 7.
