Invacare Ben 9 Plus, Maintenance & Spare Parts Manual

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MAINTENANCE
Page 2.19
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2.6 Removing And Replacing An Adjustable Footrest Assembly
General
1 Check the adjustable footrest assembly for any defects (refer to paragraph 3). If any defects are observed
then refer to paragraphs 5 to 9 for maintenance details and to Chapter 3 for parts information.
Tools
2 Refer to the tool list at the beginning of this Chapter.
Inspection
3 Check the following:
3.1 Footplate (Fig 2.6 (8)) is undamaged, fitted securely to the Stem Tube assembly, swivels up and
down smoothly and is effectively supported in horizontal.
3.2 Heel Sling assembly (7) is undamaged and securely fastened to the Footplate (8).
3.3 Latching mechanism (1) functions correctly and the footrest assembly locks securely in place.
3.4 Stem Tube assembly is undamaged.
3.5 Locating holes and Lugs are free from damage.
4 Any defects to the above will require the assembly to be repaired.
Removing A Swing/Detachable Footrest Assembly
5 To remove the swing/detachable footrest assembly proceed as follows:
5.1 Operate the latching mechanism and allow the footrest assembly to rotate away from the frame.
5.2 Lift the swing/detachable footrest assembly free of the locating lugs.
Replacing A Swing/Detachable Footrest Assembly
6 Replacing any component previously mentioned is the reverse of the removal.