SECTION 11—ANTI-TIPPERS
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SECTION 11—ANTI-TIPPERS
WARNING
After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching
hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service verify that on/off switch
on the joystick is in the off position.
Removing/Installing the Anti-Tippers
WARNING
Anti-tippers MUST be fully engaged 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 tip
over. Extra caution must be observed when traversing such surfaces.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 11.1.
Removing
1. Disconnect the joystick. Refer to Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick on page 35.
2. Remove the battery pack. Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Pack on page 39.
3. Remove the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 26.
4. Remove the two (2) mounting bolts, four (4) washers, two (2) locknuts, and four (4)
coved washers that secure the anti-tipper to the base frame (FIGURE 11.1).
5. Repeat STEP 4 for the other anti-tipper.
Installing
1. Install the anti-tippers to the base frame
using the two (2) mounting bolts, four
(4) washers, two (2) locknuts, and four
(4) coved washers that secure the
anti-tipper to the base frame
(FIGURE 11.1).
2. Repeat STEP 1 for the other anti-tipper.
3. Install the battery pack. Refer to
Removing/Installing the Battery Pack
on page 39.
4. Connect the joystick. Refer to
Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick
on page 35.
FIGURE 11.1
Mounting Bolts
Coved
Washers
Washers
Washers
Nuts
Washers
Coved
Washers
Washers
Base
Frame
Anti-
Tippers
