INSTALLATION
E N G L I S H
parallel
height
C
D
B. BACK HARDWARE INSTALLATION
1. Remove existing back components
a. Remove the existing wheelchair back according to the wheelchair manufacturer’s
instructions.
b. Remove any pre-existing back hardware or components.
2. Locating the hardware receivers
a. The backshell should come with mounting brackets (A) attached.
b. Visually determine the optimum clamp receiver location (B) on the back canes. The
NOTE – A higher location on the back canes are generally better.
NOTE – For Large tube diameters, the clamp screws may have to be removed completely.
b. Attach and align the receiver to the wheelchair back canes (D).
c. Hand tighten the clamp screws (C).
d. The receivers may require additional lateral adjustments to ensure proper alignment.
cation is 100-110 in/lbs. (11.3-12.4 Nm)
e. Once all components have been properly aligned, tighten the clamp screws(C) to
approximately 75-85 in-lbs (8.5-9.3 Nm).
f.
Finish by inserting the locking pin into the receiver, and releasing a few times to
ensure smooth operation.
NOTE – Back depth and angle may require additional adjustment to ensure proper fit to the user.
G
width
E
F
parallel
A
B
3
4
5 6
mounting hardware should be at approximately equal heights on each back post
(Fig.
3
), and parallel to the seat frame (Fig.
4
).
3. Attaching the Hardware receivers
a. Using the 4mm hex key, Loosen the clamp screws (Fig.
5
) (C)
the hardware can move easily in all directions.
c. Locate the back to the approximate location, relative to both the chair and the user.
d. Tighten bolts on the inside of the mounting pin (F). The recommended torque specifi-
3
4
5
6
6
120688 Rev. B
Please read the following instructions before beginning the installation. To install the
Zip
b
ack, with
RH
hardware, it is best to begin without a user in the wheelchair. Once the
back
has been installed the user can be seated back in the wheelchair for minor
adjustments.
4. Attaching and aligning the
Zip
Back shell.
a. Using a 10mm wrench, loosen the bracket nuts (E), and mounting pin bolts (H) until
b. Attach the
Zip
Back to the hardware receivers by inserting left and right mounting
pins
(F) in the left and right receivers (G).
A. J
AY
(RH) HARDWARE
1. Tools required (included with the
JAY Zip
back):
a.
4mm hex key
b. 10mm box end wrench
