V I . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S
Anti-Tip Wheel Adjustment
The anti-tip wheels are designed to give your power chair increased stability on rough surfaces. The anti-tip wheels are preset for smooth surfaces or indoor use only. If you plan on using your power chair on rough surfaces, it may be necessary to adjust the anti-tip wheels to better suit your needs. The anti-tip wheels may need adjustment if either of the following occur:
!When coming to a stop, your power chair tips forward excessively.
!The anti-tip wheels constantly rub the ground.
NOTE: Each drive tire must have at least 35 psi (2.4 bar) of air pressure in order for the anti-tip wheels to be properly adjusted.
To adjust the anti-tips:
1.Make sure the power chair is in drive mode.
2.Loosen the nut and bolt that fasten the anti-tip spring to the anti-tip arm. See figure 32.
3.Remove the anti-tip adjustment bolt.
4.Raise or lower the anti-tip wheel in 1/4-in. (0.64-cm) increments.
5.Replace the hardware into the appropriate hole and tighten.
WARNING! Consult your authorized Pride Provider before attempting to change the anti-tip height! Changing the anti-tip wheel height affects handling under deceleration!
WARNING! The higher you raise the anti-tip wheels, the more tendency your power chair has to tilt forward when coming to a stop. You can compensate for this by making a small adjustment to the pre-programmed deceleration setting in the controller or by moving the seat assembly farther to the rear of your power chair.
PROHIBITED! Do not remove the anti-tip wheels.
NUT AND BOLT
ANTI-TIP ADJUSTMENT BOLT
ANTI-TIP WHEEL
Figure 32. Anti-Tip Adjustment
