16 WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS
Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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16 Wheel Locks/Anti-Tippers
16.1 Wheel Lock Adjustment
Push to Lock or Pull to Lock Wheel locks
1.
Loosen, but DO NOT remove the two socket screws that secure the wheel lock assembly to the wheellock mounting bracket.
2.
Measure the distance between the wheel lock shoe and the rear wheel.
3.
Slide the wheel lock assembly along the wheel lock mounting bracket until the measurement is between 5/32 and 5/16-inches.
4.
Securely tighten the two socket screws.
5.
Repeat STEPS 1-4 for the opposite wheel lock.
6.
Engage the wheel locks and push against the wheelchair to determine if the wheel locks engage the rear wheels enough to hold the wheelchair.
7.
If the wheel locks DO NOT hold the wheelchair, repeat STEPS 1-6 until wheel lock engagement holds the wheelchair.
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely -
otherwise injury or damage may occur.
DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with wheel locks. Wheel locks are not brakes.
When changing the position of the rear wheels, the wheel locks MUST be repositioned.
Before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock assemblies, ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended p.s.i located
on the side wall of the tire.