Invacare XTRA Owners Manual - Page 58

SECTION 9-WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS Installing/Adjusting the Anti-Tippers ƽ WARNING Anti-tippers MUST be fully engaged and spring buttons fully protruding out of adjustment holes BEFORE using the wheelchair. Anit-tippers MUST be used at all times. when outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti-tippers may not provide the same level of protection against tip over. Extra caution MUST be observed when traversing such surfaces. Make sure the anti-tipper wheels are pointing towards the ground/floor BEFORE using the wheelchair. Installing Anti-Tippers NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.2. 1. Press the release buttons IN and insert the anti-tippers with the anti-tipper wheels pointing toward the ground/ floor into the wheelchair frame until the two (2) locking pins are secured in place. NOTE: A 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor MUST be maintained at all times. 2. If necessary, adjust the anti-tippers. Refer to Adjusting Anti-Tippers on page 58. Adjusting Anti-Tippers NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.3. NOTE: Amputee attachments can not be used if the wheelchair is equipped with a crutch and cane carrier. 1. Press the spring button on the wheeled portion of the anti-tipper and slide it up or down to achieve a 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance. 2. Check to make sure that the spring buttons are fully engaged in adjustment holes. Wheelchair Frame Anti-tipper Locking Pin Release Button FIGURE 9.2 Installing Anti-Tippers Spring Button 1-1/2 to 2-inch Clearance FIGURE 9.3 Adjusting Anti-Tippers Xtra™ 58 Part No 1026793