Activeforever Invacare Lightweight Aluminum Transport Chair - Manual (Page 30)

SECTION 8—HAND BRAKES/WHEEL LOCKS
Transport Chairs 30 Part No.1125095
Using Hand Brake
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.2 on page 29.
1. Pull up on the top portion of the brake handles toward the push handles.
2. Do one of the following:
• Remain stationary - Hold the brake handle up.
• Continue mobility - Release the brake handle.
Adjusting Hand Brakes
NOTE: This procedure is applicable only to the Bariatric Transport and the Lite Transport.
NOTE: Counterclockwise/clockwise directions are determined by standing behind the transport
chair (user’s position).
Adjusting Brake Handle
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.3.
Test the brake handle. Observe how the brake lever engages the wheel. If the tension of
the brake is too loose or too tight, adjust using the following steps:
1. Loosen the brake handle adjustment nut by turning clockwise.
2. Perform one of the following:
• Loosen brake handle tension - Turn the brake handle nut clockwise.
NOTE: If the brake lever is scraping the rear wheel, the brake handle must be loosened.
• Tighten brake handle tension - Turn the brake handle nut counterclockwise.
NOTE: If the brake lever does not respond quickly, tighten brakes.
3. Turn the brake handle adjustment nut counterclockwise to secure in place.
4. Do one of the following:
• Acceptable tension - Repeat STEPS 1 - 3 for the opposite side, if necessary.
• Unacceptable tension - Refer to Adjusting Cable Adjuster Unit on page 31.
FIGURE 8.3 Adjusting Brake Handle
Brake Handle
Nut
Brake Handle
Adjustment Nut
Brake Cable