WHEELS

PROCEDURE 7

DETERMINING/ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT

Determining Toe In/Toe Out (FIGURES 8 AND 9)

1.Inflate all pneumatic tires to recommended tire pres- sures (listed on the sidewall of the tire).

12-inches

FIGURE 8 - DETERMINING TOE IN/TOE OUT - MEASURING CENTERLINES OF REAR WHEELS

2.Measure the distance between the centerlines at the rear and front of the rear wheels at approximately 12- inches from the ground/floor (FIGURE 8).

NOTE: For optimum accuracy, perform STEP 2 with the wheelchair occupied.

3.Determinedifferencebetweentwo(2)measurements. If difference between the two (2) measurements is GREATER than 1/2-inch (0 +1/4-inch for maxi- mum rollability), one (1) of two (2) conditions exists:

FRONT OF WHEELCHAIR

Toe-out

Toe-in

Front

Centerline

Top View of

Wheelchair

Rear

Centerline Smaller Than

Front

Larger Than Front

FIGURE 9 - DETERMINING TOE IN/TOE OUT - COMPARING CENTERLINE MEASUREMENTS OF REAR WHEELS

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H

E

E

L

S

a.If the rear centerline measurement of the rear wheels is SMALLER than the front centerline measurement of the rear wheels, a TOE-OUT condition exists (FIGURE 9).

b.If the rear centerline measurement of the rear wheels is LARGER than the front centerline measurement of the rear wheels, a TOE-IN con- dition exists (FIGURE 9).

4.If the difference between the measurements is greater than 1/2-inch, correct the toe-in/toe-out condition. Proceed to ADJUSTING TOE-IN/TOE-OUT in this procedure of the manual.

Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out (FIGURE 10)

NOTE: This procedure is required any time the axle tube is moved from the factory set position or is replaced.

NOTE: Make the following adjustment for one (1) cam- ber at a time.

1.Open the camber clamps. Refer to OPENING/CLOS- ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

2.Slowly rotate the axle tube CLOCKWISE or COUN- TERCLOCKWISE until the rear wheels are approxi- mately in a straight line.

WARNING

QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Make sure the quick re- lease levers are pointing towards the rear of the wheelchair and are in the CLOSED position BE- FORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

STANDARD - Make sure the hex screws and lock- nuts are securely tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

3.Close the camber clamps. Refer to OPENING/CLOS- ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

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Top End Terminator Jr specifications

The Invacare Top End Terminator Jr is a premier wheelchair designed specifically for young athletes, providing both performance and versatility. It caters to the needs of competitive youth athletes, ensuring superior functionality and comfort during sports activities. The Terminator Jr blends advanced technology with thoughtful design, allowing young users to experience the thrill of competitive racing.

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