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.
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 (2) 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 64.
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.
