SECTION 5—MOTORS
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SECTION 5—MOTORS
Removing/Installing the SSD Motor/Gearbox Assembly
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1 on page 39.
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.
Place two 5-inch blocks under battery frame to lift frame off the ground for ease in performing this procedure.
4.
Remove the rear shroud. Refer to Removing/Installing the Wheelchair Shrouds on page 60.
5.
Remove the drive wheel. Refer to Removing/Installing the SSD Motor Drive Wheel/Wheel Hub on page 34.
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.
8.
Remove the four hex head screws securing the motor/gearbox assembly to the suspension arm.
9.
Remove the motor/gearbox from the suspension arm.
10. If necessary. Repeat STEPS 5-9 to remove the remaining motor/gearbox.
Installing the SSD Motor/Gearbox Assembly
1.
Perform one of the following -
•
If replacing the entire motor/gearbox assembly perform the following:
i.
Ensure the new motor is properly indexed to gearbox. Refer to Aligning the SSD Motor to the Gearbox on
page 41.
ii. Install the brake lever. Refer to Installing the SSD Brake Lever on page 41.
iii. Install the brake lever push/drive label. Refer to Installing the SSD Motor Push/Drive Label on page 41.
iv. Reverse STEPS 3-9 to reinstall motor/gearbox of Removing the SSD Motor/Gearbox Assembly on page 39.
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If replacing the motor or gearbox perform the following:
i.
Replace the motor or gear box. Refer to Replacing the SSD Motor or Gearbox Only on page 40.
ii. Reverse STEPS 3-9 to reinstall motor/gearbox of Removing the SSD Motor/Gearbox Assembly on page 39.
FIGURE 5.1
Removing/Installing the SSD Motor/Gearbox Assembly
Motor Cable
Hex Head
Screws
Motor/Gearbox
Assembly
Suspension Arm