SECTION 14—ANTI-TIPPERS
SECTION 14—ANTI-TIPPERS
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
Installing/Removing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 14.1 on page 60.
Installing
WARNING
Anti-tippers MUST be fully engaged and spring buttons fully protruding out of adjustment holes before using the wheelchair.
Ensure both anti-tippers have the same ground clearance.
A 1½ to 2-inch clearance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor MUST be maintained at all times.
Anti-tippers MUST be used at all times. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or gravel surfaces, anti-tippers may not provide the same level of protection against tipover. Extra caution must be observed when traversing such surfaces.
1.Press the two release buttons in and insert the anti-tippers with anti-tipper wheels pointing toward the ground/floor into the support tubes until the release buttons lock in place.
2.Measure the distance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor and ensure that it is 1½-2-inches. If necessary, adjust height. To adjust the height of the anti-tippers, refer to Adjusting Height on page 59.
Removing
1. Press release buttons in and remove the anti-tippers from the support tubes.
Adjusting Height
1. Press the release buttons in and adjust the anti-tippers to the desired height.
NOTE: The distance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor MUST be 1½ to 2-inches.
NOTE: Both anti-tippers should be adjusted to the same height.
