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G. CASTER FORKSTwo-hole caster forks allow the interchanging of some casters and adjusting seat height. To adjust, loosen thebolt (A) and remove the caster. Either change caster size and/or position the caster upward or downward inpredrilled holes (1 inch apart) on caster fork. Replace bolt and tighten securely.Use a torque setting of 75 in-lbs. when adjusting the casters.H. CASTERSUse a torque setting of 75 in-lbs. when adjusting the casters.1. Caster Angle AdjustmentFor optimum performance, the caster housing should always be at a 90º angle to the floor (perpendicular tothe ground). This adjustment is made with an eccentric (offset) attachment bolt mechanism.a. To change the angle, place the chair on a flat surface (such as a table).b. Remove the bolt (B) and nuts(C) from the back side of the caster plate. The caster plate is slotted atthe top and bottom for adjustment.c. Place a large right triangle against the table surface and the front surface of the caster bearing housing.d. This will align the caster stem rotational axis perpendicular to the floor surface.e. Rotate the eccentric bolts (D) independently until they fall into position.f. When the alignment is correct, retighten the two retaining bolts.g. Repeat the process for the other caster.2. Caster ReversibilityThe caster housing is generally mounted in a forward-facing position. If additional footrest clearance is neces-sary, the caster housing can be reversed. This will position the caster housing rearward to allow more clear-ance.a. To reverse the caster housing, the left housing should be mounted on the right side of the frame.b. The right housing should be mounted on the left side of the frame.I. ANTI-TIP RECEIVERSSunrise Medical recommends anti-tip tubes for all wheelchairs.Use a torque setting of 115 in.-lbs. when setting up the anti-tip tubes.2. Adjusting Anti-Tip Receivera. Remove anti-tip tubes from anti-tip receivers(E).b. Remove bolts(F) from anti-tip tube receiver.c. Reposition bracket to desired height.d. Reinsert bolts and tighten.e. Repeat with second anti-tip tube receiver. Both brackets should be at exactly the same height.f. Replace anti-tip tubes.32333435IX. DEALER SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTENG LIS H20128226 Rev. A3532Forward MountedReverse Mounted3433ADCBFFE