Service
5.8 Handrim Replacement
1.
Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. Refer to 5.7
Removing/Installing Rear Wheels, page 52.
WARNING!
–
The tire must be fully deflated before any
disassembly procedures can be performed -
otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
2.
Remove all air from the tube by pressing down on the pin in
the center of the valve stem.
3.
While carefully holding the tire, tube and rim strip to one side,
hold the allen screws
A
and remove the locknuts
B
that secure
the handrim
C
to the rear wheel.
4.
Remove the existing handrim
C
.
5.
Install new handrim by reversing STEPS 2-4.
WARNING!
–
DO NOT inflate tire until it is completely
assembled - otherwise, injury or damage may
occur.
–
Recommended tire pressure is listed on the side
wall of the tire. DO NOT overinflate the tires.
Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the
tire to explode and cause bodily harm.
–
DO NOT ride on flat or under-inflated tires.
Riding on flat or under-inflated tires can cause
injury, as well as, damage to the tire, tube and
wheels.
6.
Inflate the tire to the recommended psi.
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