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To lock it back, turn it inside to the using position until a click will indicate it is locked. 

 

Removing and inserting the footplate frame 
Push the lever A and simply pull the footplate frame up to remove it. 
In order to insert the footplate frame, keep it turned outside, align the two holes F with the pins P of 

the front frame and let it slide. 
Finally, turn it inside to the using position until a click will indicate it is locked 
Make sure it is securely locked following the instruction above mentioned. 

 

 

If the model TEKNA TILT is equipped with the system swing in and out (5 - adult; 6 – junior with 
abduction), check the footplate frame is securely locked in its support.

 

 

Check the footplate frame is securely locked to its support. 
With one hand, take hold of the footplate frame and try to move it clock and anticlockwise. If it is 
securely locked, the footplate frame will not rotate, but you should notice just a little play. 

 

To  swing  the  footplate  frame  externally,  move  the  lever  L 

sideward to same direction and turn the footplate frame. 
To  swing  the  footplate  frame  internally,  move  the  lever  L 
sideward to same direction and turn the footplate frame. 

To lock the footplate frame to the using position, just swing it 
to the middle until it automatically locks. A click will indicate 
it has correctly locked. 

Make a check as previously mentioned. 

 

 
 
 

 
 
 

 
 

 
 
 

 
 

 
 
 

 

To remove the footplate frame, move 
the  lever  L  frontward  and  pull  the 

footplate  frame  up  until  the  axle  P 
comes  out  of  the  tube  T.  Finally 
remove the footplate frame.

 

 
 
 

 
 

 
 
 

To  insert  the  footplate  frame,  first 
lean the fork F on the tube T
Then, lower the footplate frame until 

inserting the axle P into the tube T
If  necessary,  swing  the  footplate 

frame  to  the  middle  until  it 
automatically  locks.  A  click  will 
indicate  it  has  correctly  locked  (the 

lever  L  moves  automatically  to  the 
locking position). 

 

 

Should the wheelchair be equipped with one-piece footplate, it is always necessary to 

raise it before swinging the footplate frame away. 

 

Should the wheelchair be equipped with double footplate, it is necessary to raise it only 

if you swing the footplate frame internally. 
Should  the  wheelchair  be  equipped  with  one-piece  flip-up  footplate,  it  is  always 
necessary to raise it before swinging the footplate frame away. 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Summary of Contents for TEKNA TILT adult

Page 1: ...TEKNA TILT adult TEKNA TILT junior User s manual ENGLISH rev 2 del 29 06 2016...

Page 2: ...Tekna Tilt 2...

Page 3: ...tended for patients whose visual cognition and reading capacities are regular If the patient is impaired on any or all such capacities an attendant with suitable such capacities must always be present...

Page 4: ...Brakes 6 2 3 Quick release rear wheels 7 2 4 Folding unfolding the wheelchair 8 2 5 Footplate 11 2 6 Front frame fixed or with removable footplate 12 2 7 Tilt in space 14 2 8 Calf strap 14 2 9 Adjust...

Page 5: ...n the ground etc or slippery terrains wet sandy dusty oily hard surfaces etc In all such situations and in general in all those cases where the use of the wheelchair can be difficult or risky for the...

Page 6: ...er during normal use they are less fluent than traditional tyres 2 2 Brakes The parking brakes are a safety device thus it is necessary to check their efficiency daily The brake works by means of a le...

Page 7: ...nd With your hand take hold of the rear wheel s hub without pushing the button of quick release axle paying attention while putting your fingers between the spokes Push and pull the wheel as indicated...

Page 8: ...n the seat is folded and in presence of rigid backrest supports there may be interference with the seat tubes In such case remove the armrests take hold with one hand the seat tubes in order to keep t...

Page 9: ...tion therefore should it remain unlocked when you release it turn it until you find the position allowing it to lock Should the knob C does not lock automatically slightly press it in Always check the...

Page 10: ...their upright position Folding the backrest when the seat is open You can fold the backrest down even without separating the two parts of the backrest handle bar Remove the cushion or any other soft...

Page 11: ...when raised allows the user to lean his her feet on the ground more easily especially during transfer Flipping up the footplate is a very easy operation you can perform with one hand by pulling the pl...

Page 12: ...s and or contractions In the order form according to the type of footplate you can choose its position internal external or intermediate However not all footplates have different positioning 2 6 Front...

Page 13: ...To swing the footplate frame internally move the lever L sideward to same direction and turn the footplate frame To lock the footplate frame to the using position just swing it to the middle until it...

Page 14: ...ion as above explained When you tilt the seat backward the wheelchair being it without load could lean on the anti tip wheels and thus raising the front wheels That is due to the necessary force to co...

Page 15: ...nsfer easier The Desk armrest includes a skirt guard Always check the armrests are securely locked in their using position If this instruction is ignored the wheelchair or the user may overbalance In...

Page 16: ...all nuts bolts and screws are correctly tightened Rehateam s r l is in no way responsible for any damage caused to the user to third persons or to the wheelchair due to neglecting such warning 2 12 Wh...

Page 17: ...kes a great care should betaken to avoidinjurytothehands orfingers 3 2 Movements getting in and out of the wheelchair While getting into or out of the wheelchair do not place your feet on the footplat...

Page 18: ...er the wheelchair The maximum gradient that can be attempted in complete safety is 6 3 While driving along slopes it is highly suggested equipping the wheelchair with drum brakes that assure an optimu...

Page 19: ...ll work as emergency device against the risk of tipping back The user may make more or less simple or deliberate movements that if out of control or made with no attention can result in a loss of stab...

Page 20: ...l are very important because they allow the wheelchair to be moved easily as well as to be located even in small spaces The following examples refer to a wheelchair that is equipped with a postural sy...

Page 21: ...te 13 Backrest support 14 Titanium backrest tube 15 Crossbar 16 Drum brake lever optional 17 Brake 18 Lower frame 19 Seat frame 20 Fork 21 Fork support 22 Gas spring 23 Calf strap 24 Hand rim 25 Tyre...

Page 22: ...d out by non authorized personnel will immediately void the warranty on the product and it relieves RehaTEAM from any responsibility on any malfunctioning and or damage due to such adjustments modific...

Page 23: ...fact this condition prevent the tubes from sliding up or down accidentally Before pushing the wheelchair make sure the two tubes are safely locked Rehateam s r l cannot be responsible for any damage o...

Page 24: ...of the support moves away from the part B without coming off and turn it sideward When you turn the anti tip wheel by 180 opposite position the support automatically locks the part A locks in the part...

Page 25: ...l of their upper body and who require extra support in order to be held securely in the seat during use PELVIC BELT It holds the occupant in the chair around the waist and leaves the upper body free f...

Page 26: ...est bands at the necessary height Finally put the backrest upholstery back to its normal position 7 9 Headrest This accessory is designed to give support to the head It is suitable for folding wheelch...

Page 27: ...f hand rims SPINERGY FLEX RIM This type of wheel integrates an aluminium and flexible rubber tape that sensibly increases the hand grip OFF ROAD WHEELS These wheels are designed to offer a better flue...

Page 28: ...reliable more suitable for rough surfaces Marathon Plus With anti puncture protection suitable for most environments Solid tyre KIK MAKO Suitable for most environments it does not need inflation but...

Page 29: ...ion of parking brake Pull up and keep the lever A then push forward the toothed lever B it is located in the lower side of the brake lever and finally leave the lever A Now the lever B holds the lever...

Page 30: ...d technical staff at RehaTEAM are at the complete disposal of all our clients You can contact us directly at the address below RehaTEAM s r l vicolo Negrelli 4 31040 Castagnole di Paese TV Italy Tel 3...

Page 31: ...e same pressure The spokes are broken or loosen Change the damaged spokes or tighten the loosened one The front wheels bearings are dirty or damaged Clean the bearings Change the bearings The wheelcha...

Page 32: ...tes rear wheels armrests antitippers MAXIMUM LOAD 125 kg ENCUMBRANCE folded wheelchair 32 cm kg approx with 300 mm rear wheels TILT IN SPACE 0 40 TECHNICAL DATA model TEKNA TILT JUNIOR SEAT WIDTH 270...

Page 33: ...UCT DEFINED AS PROGEO ACCESSORIES FOR WHEELCHAIRS which this declaration refers to are in conformity with the guidelines as laid down by the Council Directive 93 42 EEC concerning medical devices The...

Page 34: ...nt of the part itself The authorised distributor in cases of simple repairs may take action independently to eliminate the defect or bring the defect to the attention of RehaTEAM s r l in specific cas...

Page 35: ...Tekna Tilt 35 NOTES...

Page 36: ...TEKNA TILT TT ADULT JUNIOR Medical device Class 1 directive 93 42 EEC s m i By RehaTEAM Srl Vicolo Negrelli 4 31040 Castagnole di Paese TV Italy Tel 39 0422 484657 ra Fax 39 0422 484661 http www rehat...

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