Invacare IH6077A/IH61 Owners Manual - Page 27

Replacing Casters SECTION 5-MAINTENANCE Replacing Caster Assembly NOTE: For this procedure, refer to Detail "A" of FIGURE 5.9. 1. Place the recliner on its side to gain access to the existing caster assemblies. 2. Remove the hex screw and locknut that secures the caster assembly to the recliner frame. 3. Align hole in caster insert with hole in recliner frame and install new caster assembly. 4. Reinsert and tighten the hex head screw and nut. 5. Return the recliner to its upright position. NOTE: Periodic inspection of the hex head screws and nuts is recommended to ensure that they are tight. Time and usage may allow them to become loose and could cause breakage of the caster assemblies. Replacing Caster Wheels NOTE: For this procedure, refer to Detail "B" of FIGURE 5.9 NOTE: When replacing the rear locking caster wheel, note the orientation of the locking actuator and axle bolt for proper reinstallation. 1. Remove axle bolt and locknut that secure the existing caster wheel to the fork. 2. Remove existing caster wheel from fork. 3. Install the new caster wheel into the fork. 4. Install the axle bolt and locknut and tighten securely. NOTE: On Models IH6074A and IH6065 series, the rear casters are locking/swivel casters and the front casters are free wheeling and non‐pivotal. On Model IH6077A, the rear casters are locking/ swivel and the front casters are swivel only. ALWAYS replace casters accordingly. DETAIL "A" - CASTER ASSEMBLY DETAIL "B" - CASTER WHEELS Locknut Recliner Frame Fork Nut Hex Head Screw Axle Bolt Caster Insert Axle Bolt Caster Wheel Caster Wheel FIGURE 5.9 Replacing Casters Locknut Locking Acruator Part No. 1141494 27 Invacare Mobile Recliners