Handrims; Axles; Castors; 8" Wheels - Invacare Action 1 NG Manuel D'utilisation

2.3.2 Handrims

They provide the wheelchair propulsion. They can be made of
anodized aluminium.
Handrims are constantly in contact with your hands.
Make sure that they are not damaged !

2.3.3 Axles

- Quick-release axles (photo 16) : depress the button (A) and
insert the axle in the wheel hub. Position the assembly in the
bearing (B) of the multiple adjustable wheel mounting until it
locks in place.
The locking balls (C) must rise above the bearing. No
EN24
significant side clearance is allowed.
To reduce clearance as much as possible (photo 17), remove
the axle and adjust the nut using a 19 mm key ; then block the
axle with an 11mm open-end key.
B
A
D
A
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Always make sure that the spacer (D) is in place.
Make sure that the axle and the locking balls are clean.
(wipe out every month with a rag soaked with fine oil)
To prevent falls, it is essential that the button (A) and the
locking balls (C) are disengaged providing a perfect lock of the
rear wheels.
The quick release axle is a precision part, take care of shocks
and clean regularly to ensure the good working of the
mechanism.

2.4. Castors

2.4.1 8" wheels

The front wheels are available in 8" (200mm) diameter.
They can be delivered with pneumatic or solid tyre.
Note : refer to paragraph 2.3.1. for regular maintenance.
2.4.2 Forks
Different fork positions are available based upon the selection
of floor-to-seat height, castors and rear wheels.
C
Please make sure that the front wheel axle is in the
same hole on both sides
Please take advice from your dealer, if you want to replace
a fork or the castors or rear wheels.
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