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wheel (Fig F2). Before attempting to adjust the brakes, ensure that the
parking brake is disengaged (see "How to Use Parking Brakes" page 10).
Brake is Too Loose
Use fingers or pliers to turn the barrel
adjuster nut counterclockwise a half
rotation (Fig F3). Try the brake. If this does
not correct the problem, repeat turning the
barrel adjuster nut a half rotation at a time
until the brake functions as expected. Then
turn the larger locking nut clockwise using
fingers or a 10 mm or 13/32 wrench until it
presses tightly against the housing to prevent the barrel adjuster nut from
loosening.
Brake is Too Tight
Use fingers or a 10 mm or 13/32 wrench to turn the larger locking nut
counterclockwise until loosened. Then use fingers or pliers to turn barrel
adjuster nut clockwise a half rotation (Fig F3) and try the brake. If this does
not correct the problem, repeat turning the barrel adjuster nut a half
rotation at a time until the brake functions as expected. Then turn the
locking nut clockwise until it presses tightly against the housing to prevent
the barrel adjuster nut from loosening.
Resetting the Brakes
NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PERFORM THIS TASK IF
YOU ARE NOT MECHANICALLY INCLINED.
If you cannot achieve the desired adjustment by
means of the above, you may use a 4 mm or 5/32”
Allen wrench to reset the brake using the brake
cable nut attached to the brake pad at each rear
wheel (Fig F4). First loosen the nut by turning Allen
wrench counterclockwise. Once loosened, you may
pull the brake cable out of the nut to tighten the
brake, or push the brake cable into the nut to loosen the brake. After
achieving desired cable length, tighten the nut by turning clockwise. You
may have to repeat adjustment a few times to get it right.
If you are not comfortable with adjusting your brakes please consult a local
Durable Medical Equipment dealer or contact LifeWalker Customer Service
Fig F3
Fig F4
