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 Mini Tilt Wheelchair 

 

Document No: 054-01 v6 

Page 1 of 28  

January 2014 

Mintilt (newstyle) user manual.doc

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Mini Tilt Wheelchair  

User Manual 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

IMPORTANT 

Please read these instructions carefully 

Before using the Wheelbase or Interface

 

 
 

 

Summary of Contents for Mini Tilt Wheelchair

Page 1: ...elchair Document No 054 01 v6 Page 1 of 28 January 2014 Mintilt newstyle user manual doc Mini Tilt Wheelchair User Manual IMPORTANT Please read these instructions carefully Before using the Wheelbase...

Page 2: ...2014 Mintilt newstyle user manual doc Fig 0 1 14 Mini Tilt with standard accessories partial tilt Fig 0 2 14 Mini Tilt folded for transport Half Height Back Canvas Armrest Push Handle Tilt Lever Atten...

Page 3: ...4 5 Tilt in space 11 4 6 Tyres and brakes 12 4 7 Rear wheel position 12 13 4 8 Tipping the wheelchair 14 4 9 Accessories Tay 14 16 5 User Instructions 16 5 1 Getting into the wheelchair 16 5 2 Gettin...

Page 4: ...ls for easy steering The backrest can be folded for transit The armrests lift off for easy side transfer and the push handles are adjustable in height and angle to suit a wide range of attendants The...

Page 5: ...01 v6 Page 5 of 28 January 2014 Mintilt newstyle user manual doc Dimensions mm Mini Tilt Open no tilt 12 14 16 A 670 670 715 B 500 550 565 C 1050 1050 1050 Dimensions mm Mini Tilt Folded 12 14 16 A 86...

Page 6: ...the wheelchair and check that you have the following items Item Component QTY Yes No 1 Mini Tilt Wheelchair 1 2 Armrests 2 3 User Manual 1 IMPORTANT If any items are damaged or missing then please co...

Page 7: ...rest near the hinge With the back is in its full upright position lock the bolts by moving the black ball knob towards the outside of the chair so it moves out of its docking position The bolt is spri...

Page 8: ...andle first loosen the clamping lever by rotating it anti clockwise as shown Fig 4 2 1 Fig 4 2 2 Once loose simply move the handle to the required height and angle and lock by rotating the clamping le...

Page 9: ...ver is not intended to carry load and doing so may break the lever Fig 4 2 3 4 3 Fit and adjust the armrests Fig 4 3 1 To fit the armrest loosen thumbscrew A turn anti clockwise and release the spring...

Page 10: ...ht until the footrest stem is free to move Move the footrest stem to the desired location then re tighten the thumbscrew Fig 4 4 1 Fig 4 4 2 To adjust the footrest height Using a 5mm hexagon key loose...

Page 11: ...elchair Holding both push handles squeeze the tilt lever see right and push down evenly on both handles Release the lever when the seat is at the required angle To bring the seat upright put the brake...

Page 12: ...nut on adjustment screw E see left Rotate the brake block and unscrew it until it is close to but not touching the tyre in the unlocked position Re tighten the locking nut Always adjust both brakes a...

Page 13: ...are OFF Do not leave the wheelchair on a slope even with the brake on Always ensure that the wheelchair is on level ground to prevent risk of injury to the occupant 4 7 Rear wheel position The rear w...

Page 14: ...sing a small flat bladed screwdriver then refit the screws making sure that the tube support bushing is placed through the tube and the brake spacer is correctly positioned see photos below Fig 4 7 4...

Page 15: ...mbined weight of occupant and wheelchair overcoming your strength and tipping backwards onto you Never try to tip the wheelchair if the occupant is heavier than you are 4 9 Accessories Tray The tray o...

Page 16: ...ight and then secure it in place by tightening the thumbscrews A see left To adjust the angle of the tray loosen the 2 angle adjustor screws B see right using a 5mm hexagon key not supplied Adjust the...

Page 17: ...horizontal position see above instructions for how to adjust the angle of the tray Maximum carrying capacity of the tray is 5kg 5 User Instructions 5 1 Getting into the wheelchair 1 Put the brakes on...

Page 18: ...downward direction towards the road Two hands will be needed to prevent this 6 For the comfort of the occupant always avoid pushing too fast or making sudden fast turns jerking jolting or bumping Many...

Page 19: ...part of your conversations and interests Also their view will be different to yours when it comes to looking into shop windows etc it can be extremely frustrating to hear something exciting being dis...

Page 20: ...easily carry out the following tasks No tools are required 1 Always wipe the wheelchair dry Never put it away damp 2 Check that the 2 push handle clamps are tight daily 3 Check all retaining knobs for...

Page 21: ...repairs refer to your issuing authority or Tendercare Ltd 9 Warranty 1 Tendercare undertakes to repair or replace free of charge any part or parts found to be defective due to manufacturer within a p...

Page 22: ...y on the medical device then the decision to carry the occupant in their wheelchair or buggy should involve an individual risk assessment process This risk assessment process should involve a therapis...

Page 23: ...of 28 January 2014 Mintilt newstyle user manual doc Fig 10 1 1 Note The belt webbing should not be twisted when in use c The angle of the pelvic belt should be within the optimal zone of 30o to 75o t...

Page 24: ...ger 3 Important In order to ensure that the Butterfly Chest harness cannot rise up and cause harm to the user every time the harness is in use you must ensure that all cam buckles fixings are properly...

Page 25: ...manufactured by Unwin Safety Systems or Q Straint 2 Only a trained person should attach the restraints 3 Position the assembly correctly in the vehicle over the floor track with the front of the whee...

Page 26: ...dels Fig 11 2 3 The rear webbing anchorage point is located around the hinges between the seat base and backrest frames Attach the rear restraint to the floor track and then around the back frame tube...

Page 27: ...The rear karabiner anchorage point is located on the back of the base frame just above the rear wheels Attach the rear restraint to the floor track and then clip the karabiner hook to the tie down bra...

Page 28: ...chair should only be secured in vehicles using a 4 point webbing restraint system not karabiner that complies with ISO 10542 Part 2 SAE2249 or DIN 75078 2 NO other restraint system can be used Any ite...

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