SECTION 14—WHEELS/MOTORS
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FIGURE 14.15
Removing/Installing the Motor - Heavy Duty Gearless/Brushless Motor
Removing/Installing the SSD Motor/Gearbox Assembly
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 14.16 on page 156.
Removing the SSD Motor/Gearbox Assembly
1. Place the wheelchair in a well ventilated area where work can be performed without
risking damage to carpeting or floor covering.
2. Verify the joystick On/Off switch is in the Off position.
3. Remove the battery boxes. Refer to Removing/Installing Battery Boxes on page 121
4. Place two 5-inch blocks under battery frame to lift frame off the ground for ease in
performing this procedure.
5. Remove the drive wheel. Refer to Removing/Installing the SSD Motor Drive
NOTE: Take note of position and orientation of tie-wraps securing wiring to the wheelchair before
cutting tie-wraps that secure the motor wiring to the wheelchair base frame. Wiring must be
reinstalled and secured in the same position and orientation as it was removed from.
6. Cut and remove any tie-wrap securing the motor cable to the wheelchair base frame
and other cables.
7. Disconnect the motor cable from the controller.
Brake Release
Lever
Upper
Mounting
Screws
Washers
Motor Lock
Lever
Gearless/Brushless
Motor
Suspension Arm
Motor Lock
Lever Rod
Cotter Pin
Lower
Mounting
Screws
Gearless/Brushless
Fender Bracket
Spacers
Wiring Harness from Controller Connects to the Motor Here