SECTION 8—WHEELS
Part No 1085787 45 Solara
™
and Solara
™
Limited
4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for opposite side, if necessary.
5. Install the new caster/fork. Refer to Installing on page 44.
ADJUSTING
1. To properly tighten caster journal system and guard against flutter, perform the
following check:
A. Tip back of wheelchair to floor.
B. Pivot both forks and casters to top of their arc simultaneously.
C. Let casters drop to bottom of arc (wheels should swing once to one-side, then
immediately rest in a straight downward position).
D. Adjust locknuts according to freedom of caster swing.
2. Test wheelchair for maneuverability.
3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 until performance is correct.
4. Snap dust covers over the locknut and stem.
REPLACING/REPAIRING THE TIRE/TUBE
WARNING
Replacement of front or rear tire or tube MUST be performed by a qualified
technician.
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks
and wear, and should be replaced.
REPLACING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM - 20 OR 22
INCH WHEEL ONLY
NOTE: Refer to FIGURE 8.2 for this procedure.
1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. Refer to Owner's Manual, part number
1080556.
2. Remove the button screws that secure the existing handrim to the rear wheel.
3. Remove the existing handrim and discard.
4. Install the new handrim by reversing STEPS 1-3.
WARNING
Make sure detent pin and locking pins of the quick-release axles are fully released
BEFORE operating the wheelchair.
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