SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS
Part No. 1110546
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Tracer® EX2
Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim
WARNING
Wheelchairs with 300 lbs weight limit: DO NOT use composite handrims. Otherwise injury or
damage may occur.
If the wheelchair is equipped with permanent axles, this procedure MUST be performed by a
qualified technician.
NOTE:
For
this
procedure,
refer
to
FIGURE 7.2.
1.
Remove
the
rear
wheel
from
the
wheelchair.
Refer
to
Removing/Installing
Rear
Wheels
on
page 30.
2.
Remove
the
mounting
screws
that
secure
the
handrim
to
the
rear
wheel.
3.
Remove
the
existing
handrim.
4.
Install
the
new
handrim
by
reversing
the
preceding
steps.
WARNING
Make sure detent pin and detent balls of the quick-release axles are fully released before operat-
ing the wheelchair.
5.
Reinstall
rear
wheel
to
the
wheelchair.
Refer
to
Removing/Installing
Rear
Wheels
on
page 30.
6.
Repeat
STEPS
1
‐
5
for
the
opposite
rear
wheel
if
necessary.
FIGURE 7.2
Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim
Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire
WARNING
Replacement of rear wheel tire MUST be performed by a qualified technician.
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and
should be replaced if damaged.
Mounting Screw
Rear Wheel
Handrim