Rea® Focus™
4.8 Anti-tipper
WARNING!
Risk of overturning
Anti-tippers that are incorrectly set or no longer
working can lead to overturning.
– Always check that the anti-tipper is working
before using the wheelchair and have it set
or readjusted by a qualified technician when
required.
– In some configurations, the static stability of
the wheelchair may be lower than 10°; Invacare
strongly recommends the use of anti-tipper
(available as an option).
WARNING!
Risk of overturning
On uneven or soft ground, the anti-tipper can sink
into potholes or directly into the ground, thereby
curtailing or eliminating its safety function.
– Only use the anti-tipper when travelling on
even and firm ground.
IMPORTANT!
Risk of damage
– Never step on the anti-tipper or use it as a
tipping aid.
WARNING!
Risk of tipping
An activated anti-tipper can catch when
negotiating a step or an edge.
– Always deactivate the anti-tipper before driving
over a step or kerb.
WARNING!
Risk of overturning
– Always advise the user if you deactivate the
anti-tippers.
There is a red label on the housing of the anti-tipper,
this label shows when the anti-tipper is inactivated.
When the anti-tipper is correctly activated, the red
label will be concealed.
4.8.1 Mounting anti-tip device swing-away
A
C
B
D
1.
Insert the three screws
A
in the holes
B
of the
rearwheel attachment
D
.
2.
Fit the screws in the holes on the anti-tip device
attachment
C
.
The anti-tip device can be mounted in different
height positions, depending on the placement
of the screws.
3.
Tighten the screws firmly.
The distance between the wheel of the anti-tip device
and the rearwheel should be approximately 50 mm.
5 mm allen key / 10 mm fixed spanner
D
The rearwheel attachment
D
must be fitted facing
forwards in order for the anti-tip device to function
properly.
4.8.2 Anti-tipper swing-away
Height adjustment / Folding:
A
B
C
1.
To adjust the height, press on the two knobs
B
placed
on each side of the housing.
2.
Adjust the anti-tipper tube
C
to the desired height.
Make sure that the anti-tipper is fitted correctly,
the two knobs
B
must lock into position.
3.
To fold the anti-tipper, press the top of the housing
A
downwards.
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