Invacare 1171880 user manual Adjusting Wheelbase Length Adjusting Center of Gravity COG

11 WHEELS

11.6 Adjusting Wheelbase Length [Adjusting Center of Gravity (COG)]

￿ WARNING

ALWAYS perform this procedure in the presence of an assistant. The position of the footrest, camber tube, seat angle, back angle, the tautness of the back upholstery as well as the user's condition are directly related to the wheelchairs stability. Any change to one or any combination of the six may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability. Use EXTREME caution when using a new seating position. The addition of anti-tippers may be required.

Determining Wheelbase Length

1.Measure the distance between the center of the front caster and the center of the rear wheel to determine the wheelbase length.

Rear Wheel

Front

Caster

Wheelbase Length

FIGURE 6 Wheelbase Length

Part No 1171880 71 Invacare®Top End Reveal™Wheelchair