Invacare
®
- Kite
SERVICE MANUAL
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8.10 Drive unit
8.10.1 Replacing the motor/transmission unit
ATTENTION: Danger of crushing to the hands and feet by the weight of the wheelchair!
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Pay attention to the hand and feet.
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Use proper lifting techniques.
Danger of injury due to uncontrolled movement of the wheelchair!
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Switch the vehicle's power system off (ON-/OFF key).
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Engage the drive motors.
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Secure the vehicle against rolling away by placing wedges under the wheels.
ATTENTION: Danger of crushing!
The motor gearbox unit is extremely heavy. Injury hazards to hands!
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Please note the high weight
Requirements:
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6 mm Allen key
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19 mm socket spanner
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long wooden blocks, min. 14 x 14 x 30 cm
Removing the motor/transmission unit:
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Switch the electronics OFF on the remote.
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Remove the rear battery box cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1.
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Pull the motor plug out of the power module.
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Open the cable clamps and expose the motor cable.
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Remove the drive wheel as described in chapter 8.9.1.
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Remove the wheel hub as described in chapter 8.9.3.
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Remove the splash guard as described in chapter 8.1.6.