CASTER REPLACEMENT (HYDRAULIC BASE)
TOOLS REQUIRED:
• Floor Jack
• 3/4 in. Socket
• 11/16 in. Socket
• 3/8 in. Drive Ratchet
• 3/4 in. Combination Wrench
• 5/8 in. Combination Wrench
• (2) Bungee Cords (or equivalent)
PROCEDURE:
1.
Raise all siderails to the highest position.
2.
Lift the base hood, separating the Velcro fasteners holding it to the base, and support it using bungee cords.
3.
Using a floor jack, raise the end of the stretcher near the caster(s) needing repair approximately 9 in. off the floor.
4.
Using a 5/8 in. combination wrench and an 11/16 in. socket to remove the nut and bolt holding the caster to the
caster horn (A).
5.
Using a 3/4 in. socket and a 3/4 in. combination wrench, remove the locknut (B), base hood support (C), caster
adjusting socket, washer and bolt holding the caster to the base. Remove the defective caster.
6.
Reverse the above steps to reinstall the replacement caster. Verify proper operation of the caster before replacing
the base hood and returning the stretcher to service.
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