E&J GF0600059REVB06 Wheelchair User Manual


 
GF0600059RevB06, November 2006 Metro Power III Owner’s Manual
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Adjust wheel locks
3
/16" hex key
Note: Check the tire pressure before adjusting the wheel locks—tires should be properly inflated be-
fore adjusting.
1. Place the wheel lock in the OFF (un
-
locked) position.
2. Loosen the wheel lock clamp: use
3
/16"
hex key to loosen, but not remove the two
bolts that secure the wheel lock clamp to
the side frame. You should be able to slide
the clamp, but not pull it off the side-
frame.
3. Place the wheel lock in the ON (locked)
position.
4. Slide the lever assembly back until the
lock is touching the tire surface.
5. Place the wheel lock in the OFF (unlocked) position; move the clamp 1/4 inch closer to the tire.
6. Without moving the wheel lock assembly, tighten the mounting bracket bolts.
7. Repeat steps 1-6 for other wheel lock.
Warning: After adjustment and before using wheelchair, check both wheel locks to
ensure that the wheel locks will prevent the wheels from moving.
Warning: If a wheel lock becomes worn or damaged, replace it immediately.
adjust wheel lock
lock
lever
bolt
clamp