SECTION 16—MANUAL RECLINERS
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CAUTION
DO NOT over tighten the mounting screws that secure the actuator to the pivot
block. Damage to the actuator will occur.
C. Only tighten the two mounting screws and washers that secure the actuator to the
gas cylinder pivot block until the actuator does not move.
D. Repeat STEPS 1 and 2 until the wheelchair does not operate when the gas cylinder
rod is 3-21/32-inch long.
FIGURE 16.2
Replacing Recliner Cable Assemblies
WARNING
Replace one recliner cable assembly at a time to avoid injury.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 16.3 on page 177.
1. Cut the tie wraps that secure the existing recliner cable assembly to the back cane.
2. Remove the pan screw that secures the handle of the existing recliner cable assembly
to the back cane.
3. Loosen the jam nut on the gas cylinder rod.
4. Remove the mounting screw, washer, nylon washers and locknut that secure the top
of the gas cylinder to the mounting bracket on the back cane.
5. Unscrew the gas cylinder from the operator of the existing recliner cable assembly but
do not remove the gas cylinder from the pivot block.
6. Remove the operator of the existing recliner cable assembly from the pivot block.
7. Make sure the threads of the gas cylinder rod are flush with the inside of the pivot
block.
Actuator
Mounting Screws and Washers
(DO NOT Overtighten)
Gas Cylinder Pivot Block
Gas Cylinder Rod Measures
3-21/32 Inches
Position Over 105°
Relative to the Seat Frame