Invacare EX2 User Manual
SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS
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SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS
WARNING
After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is
tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.
Removing/Installing Rear Wheels
WARNING
Only a qualified technician may change the size of the rear wheel or the seat-to-floor height.
If changing the size of the rear wheel or a change in the Seat-to-Floor Height is desired, this
If changing the size of the rear wheel or a change in the Seat-to-Floor Height is desired, this
procedure MUST be performed by a qualified technician.
Make sure both rear wheels are the same size and are installed into the same respective mounting
Make sure both rear wheels are the same size and are installed into the same respective mounting
hole BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise injury may occur.
Permanent Axles
WARNING
This procedure MUST be performed by a qualified technician.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.1.
NOTE: If replacing the same size rear wheel, note the mounting position on the wheelchair frame for proper reinstallation of the new rear
wheel.
wheel.
1.
Remove the dust cap (SA Frame only), hex screw, washer (SA Frame only), spacer (if installed) and locknut that secure
the rear wheel to the wheelchair frame.
the rear wheel to the wheelchair frame.
NOTE: The spacer is used on wheelchairs with removable arms only.
2.
Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite rear wheel if desired.
3.
To reinstall the rear wheel(s) onto the wheelchair, reverse STEPS 1‐2 and torque locknut to 40 ft.‐lbs.
4.
Adjust wheel locks. Refer to Using/Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks on page 35.
FIGURE 7.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels - Permanent Axles
Rear Wheel
Washer
(SA Frame
ONLY)
Dust Cap
(SA Frame
ONLY)
Hex
Screw
Spacer (Wheelchairs
with Removable
Arms ONLY)
Wheelchair
Frame
Locknut
Axle Mounting
Axle