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ZRA_Aero Z Owner’s Manual

OM_ZRA_Aero Z_0913RevA

CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS

C. UpHOLSTERY FABRIC

WARNING

1. If the fabric of your seat sling or seat back becomes worn or torn, ALWAYS replace it immediately. If you fail to do

so, the seat sling or seat back upholstery may sag or fail.

2. The upholstery on your chair is flame retardant. Laundering or allowing the upholstery to become wet repeatedly

will reduce the flame retardant qualities of the fabric.

3. DO NOT “drop down” into your chair. By placing undue force on the upholstery, you will weaken the fabric and

it may become worn sooner than it otherwise would. If you do “drop down” into your chair on a regular basis,

inspect and replace the upholstery more often.

4. The upholstery on your chair will weaken with age and use. Regularly inspect your upholstery for fraying, thin

spots, or stretching of the fabric at the rivet holes.

If you ignore these Warnings, you may fall, tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or

others or damage the wheelchair.

D. SEATING SYSTEMS

WARNING

TiLite does not sell any seating systems specifically designed for use with TiLite wheelchairs, nor does TiLite

recommend any particular seating system. If your doctor or therapist recommends that you use a seating system with

your TiLite chair, always consult with an authorized TiLite dealer to determine if the recommended seating system is

compatible with your TiLite chair. In addition, the following Warnings must be followed:

1. If you add a seating system to your TiLite chair, you will affect its center of balance. This may cause the chair to

tip over. Therefore, NEVER install a new seating system on your own. Instead, have it installed by an authorized

TiLite dealer who can assist you in making other necessary adjustments to ensure your center of balance is

maintained as closely as possible to what you are used to.

2. As with other changes to the configuration of your chair that affect its center of balance, if you add a seating

system to your TiLite chair, ALWAYS use anti-tips until you have fully learned to control your chair in its new

configuration.

3. Keep in mind that adding a seating system also may inhibit the proper operation of a folding back wheelchair.

If you ignore these Warnings, you may fall, tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or

others or damage the wheelchair.

E. pOSITIONING OR SEAT BELTS

WARNING

TiLite hook & loop, non-padded seat belts and Bodypoint

non-padded hip belts, both of which are optional

equipment, are intended ONLY for use as a positioning aid for simple positioning needs, such as posterior pelvic tilt.

These belts will not be sufficient for persons with more involved positioning needs. Only your health care advisor can

determine the proper positioning products for your situation. If used improperly, positioning or seat belts can cause

severe injury or even death. If your health care advisor has instructed you to use positioning or seat belts, make sure

they instruct you on the proper usage of such belts, and such professional should supervise your use of such belts to

ensure you can use them safely.

1. Belts must fit snugly in order to work properly. However, they must not be so snug they interfere with your

breathing. Your health care advisor should be able to slide his or her open hand flat between the belt and your

body.

2. Make sure you do not slide down in your chair while wearing a belt. If this should happen, you may suffer chest

compression or be suffocated due to pressure from the belt.

3. Do not use a positioning or seat belt unless you are capable of removing the belts easily in an emergency. If you

cannot do this, consult with your health care advisor for other options to help with your posture.

4. There are devices that help to keep you from sliding down in the seat of your wheelchair, such as a pelvic wedge.

Consult with your health care advisor to find out if you need to use such a device in conjunction with positioning or

seat belts to mitigate the risks described above.

Summary of Contents for AERO Z

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL SERIAL NUMBER ______________________ ...

Page 2: ...PS POSITIONING BELTS OR SPECIAL SEATING SYSTEMS IF YOU IGNORE THIS WARNING YOU MAY ENDANGER YOUR HEALTH IWARNING Tie Down Restraints TiLITE recommends that wheelchair users not be transported in vehicles of any kind while in wheelchairs As of this date the United States Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down system for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair in a moving ...

Page 3: ...te offers the most extensive range of options and components on a chair More choices mean more ability to truly create a custom configuration of options to meet the widest variety of needs and to maximize function Customer Service TiLite s goal is to provide the ultimate service for the Ultimate Ride The sale of a wheelchair does not mark the end of our relationship with our customers it marks the...

Page 4: ... with product information maintenance tips and industry news 2 Enable TiLite to contact you or your health care provider if servicing is needed for your wheelchair 3 Provide your feedback to TiLite regarding your experience and needs thereby enabling TiLite to further improve product designs All information you provide to TiLite when you register will be protected by TiLite as required by applicab...

Page 5: ...nsurance Medicaid Other 2 This product was purchased for use by check one Self Parent Spouse Other 3 Reasons for purchasing a TiLite Reputation Yes Quality of Service No Yes Timeliness of Delivery No Yes Quality of Product No Advertisement Please Specify Dealer Relative Friend Therapist Doctor 4 Were your expectations met in the following areas If not please specify 5 What additional features if a...

Page 6: ...ZRA_Aero Z Owner s Manual OM_ZRA_Aero Z_0913RevA iv TiLite Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing CUT ALONG LINE CUT ALONG LINE FOLD HERE FOLD HERE ...

Page 7: ...ESCENDING A CURB OR SINGLE STEP 1 5 E DESCENDING A FLIGHT OF STAIRS 1 6 WARNINGS REGARDING FALLING AND TIPPING OVER 1 6 A CENTER OF GRAVITY STABILITY AND BALANCE 1 6 B TRANSFERRING IN AND OUT OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR 1 7 C DRESSING UNDRESSING IN YOUR CHAIR 1 8 D BENDING LEANING REACHING 1 8 E MOVING BACKWARD 1 9 F WHEELIES 1 9 G OBSTACLES 1 10 H CURBS STEPS 1 10 I HILLS SLOPES RAMPS 1 10 J STAIRS 1 11 K...

Page 8: ...le Adjustable High Mount Footrest 3 4 Adjusting the Angle 3 4 Adjusting the Height Replacing 3 5 FLIP BACK FOOTREST 3 5 Adjusting the Angle 3 5 Adjusting the Height Replacing 3 6 Buckle Adjustable Calf Strap 3 6 Velcro Adjustable Calf Strap Velcro Padded Adjustable Calf Strap 3 6 Chapter 4 BACKRESTS and PUSH HANDLES 4 1 Folding Adjustable Height Angle Backrest Titanium or Aluminum 4 1 Folding the ...

Page 9: ...bon Fiber 6 3 Using Fold Down Side Guards 6 3 Removing 6 3 Reinstalling 6 3 Fendered Carbon Fiber Side Guard 6 3 Using Fendered Side Guards 6 3 adjustable fendered side guard Aluminum 6 4 Mounting 6 4 Adjusting 6 5 Chapter 7 BACK UPHOLSTERY SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS 7 1 Velcro Style Adjustable Back Upholstery 7 1 Adjusting the Tension 7 1 Replacing 7 1 Tension Adjustable by Straps Back Uph...

Page 10: ... and compact pull to lock wheel locks with extension handles 10 2 COMPACT scissor Lock 10 2 Adjusting 10 2 Replacing 10 3 Uni LocK 10 3 Adjusting 10 3 Replacing 10 4 Changing the Uni Lock from the Push to the Pull Position 10 4 Repositioning the Handle of the Uni Lock Wheel Lock 10 4 Uni Lock with Extension Handles 10 6 Aluminum Scissor Lock 10 6 Adjusting 10 6 Replacing 10 6 Chapter 11 CASTERS an...

Page 11: ...3 Mounting 13 3 Front Roller 13 4 Removing 13 4 Chapter 14 transportation options 14 1 Transportation Options 14 1 GENERAL WARNINGS 14 2 USE OEM SEATING AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 14 3 USE APPROPRIATE TIE DOWN SYSTEMS AND USE THEM PROPERLY 14 3 USE PROPER EQUIPMENT USE ONLY AS INSTRUCTED 14 4 AVOID USING IMPROPER EQUIPMENT SECURE OTHER EQUIPMENT 14 5 INTRODUCTION 14 5 STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE SPECIFICAT...

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Page 13: ...r damage the wheelchair C WEIGHT LIMITATION IWARNING TiLite wheelchairs have a weight limit of 250 pounds 113 6 kilograms This weight limitation applies to the combined weight of the user and any items carried by the user DO NOT exceed this weight limit If you exceed the limit you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair D...

Page 14: ...n as you can if it gets wet or if you use water to clean it If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair G STREET USE IWARNING 1 As a wheelchair rider you MUST obey all traffic rules pertaining to pedestrians use of crosswalks etc Most states do not permit wheelchairs to be ridden on public roa...

Page 15: ...ties If you engage in weight training activities in your chair you are altering the total weight supported by your chair and the distribution of that weight The center of gravity of your chair may not be appropriate with the additional weight or with the different distribution of weight which may cause the chair to tip over The additional weight could exceed the weight limit for the chair and dama...

Page 16: ... A WHEELIE IWARNING DO NOT attempt to perform a wheelie in your wheelchair because of the dangerous nature of this kind of maneuver TiLite recognizes that some wheelchair users will ignore this warning If you should choose to ignore this warning you should follow these steps to help learn to do a wheelie as safely as possible but doing a wheelie is never completely safe and TiLite assumes no respo...

Page 17: ...assistant at the front must firmly grasp a non detachable part of the front frame but NOT swing away hangers with both hands and lift the chair up and over one stair at a time 5 Each assistant then carefully moves up to the next stair 6 Repeat steps 1 through 5 for each stair until you reach the landing 7 When you reach the landing the assistants should roll the chair backward on the two rear whee...

Page 18: ...ly lower the casters to the ground If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair WARNINGS REGARDING FALLING AND TIPPING OVER A CENTER OF GRAVITY STABILITY AND BALANCE IWARNING Most falls or tip overs occur when you go beyond the center of gravity of you and your wheelchair TiLite wheelchairs are...

Page 19: ...eat sling to carry heavier items will lower your center of gravity and reduce but not eliminate your risk of a tip over In order to reduce the risk of a tip over you should 1 CONSULT your doctor nurse or therapist to find out what axle and caster position and other chair configuration options are best for you 2 CONSULT your authorized TiLite dealer BEFORE you modify or adjust your wheelchair Often...

Page 20: ...s you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair C DRESSING UNDRESSING IN YOUR CHAIR IWARNING When you engage in activities while seated in your chair such as dressing or undressing or changing your clothes your weight will shift Since your attention will be directed to the activity in question your risk of falling or tippin...

Page 21: ...k up alongside the object By moving backward your casters will rotate and trail forward If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair E MOVING BACKWARD IWARNING When you propel backward you will tend to shift your weight backward making a tip over more likely In addition you may be unable to see...

Page 22: ...ur chair and c you are sure you have the strength and balance to control your chair during any such maneuver 2 ALWAYS unlock and rotate anti tips up and out of the way so they do not prevent you from executing this maneuver 3 Even if you are a highly skilled rider NEVER attempt to climb or descend a curb or step more than 4 high 4 ALWAYS go straight up or down a curb or step NEVER climb or descend...

Page 23: ...bump or depression and any drop off or lip at the bottom of a slope For example even a 3 4 inch lip at the bottom of a ramp can cause the casters to stop and cause the chair to tip forward 12 Ramps at your home and work must meet all legal requirements for your area including building codes If you are having a ramp installed at your home or work ALWAYS make sure it complies with local legal requir...

Page 24: ...ked in place in the down position unless a You have an attendant but your attendant must rotate the anti tips into the down position whenever he or she leaves you unattended in your chair even for a moment or b You have to climb or descend a curb or step or overcome an obstacle Even if this is the case only unlock the anti tips if you can safely climb or descend the curb or step or overcome the ob...

Page 25: ...ration of your chair that affect its center of balance if you add a seating system to your TiLite chair ALWAYS use anti tips until you have fully learned to control your chair in its new configuration 3 Keep in mind that adding a seating system also may inhibit the proper operation of a folding back wheelchair If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and...

Page 26: ...may stop and tip forward 2 NEVER lift your wheelchair by grasping the footrests or the swing away hangers Footrests and swing away hangers are detachable and are not designed to support the weight of your chair If you do the footrests or the swing away hangers may detach causing you to drop the chair or you may break the footrests or the swing away hangers or cause them to become loose and break a...

Page 27: ...r inflation will extend the life of your tires and will reduce the rolling resistance of your chair making it easier to use 1 Check your tires WEEKLY for proper inflation The correct inflation level is imprinted on the tire sidewall 2 DO NOT use your chair if any of the pneumatic tires are under inflated or over inflated 3 If any tire is under inflated the chair may tend to veer to one side which ...

Page 28: ...les provide secure points for an attendant or assistant to hold the rear of the chair to prevent a fall or tip over If you have an attendant or assistant you should have push handles installed on your chair by TiLite TiLite offers push handles that are integral to the back canes and bolt on push handles TiLite recommends that you do NOT use non TiLite bolt on push handles because they will damage ...

Page 29: ...n system to your TiLite chair and your chair does not have a power adaptable frame you may damage your chair and you will void your warranty In addition power drive systems are heavy and will affect the center of balance of your chair Any change to the center of balance of your chair could cause you to lose control or fall or tip over If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose cont...

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Page 31: ...lowing chart 2 If your inspection uncovers any problem make sure to service or repair the problem BEFORE using the wheelchair 3 If your inspection reveals any loose worn bent or damaged parts you MUST tighten repair or replace them before using your TiLite wheelchair 4 Clean your wheelchair ONLY in accordance with the instructions under Cleaning on page 2 3 5 Annually or more often if necessary yo...

Page 32: ...pholstery Inspect for rips or sagging Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they are securely attached Inspect while seated to ensure sling supports your weight and does not touch crosstubes Casters Forks Inspect wheels and tires for cracks and wear Inspect wheel fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster caster should come to a gradual stop if caster wobbles tighten the axle Inspect wheel fo...

Page 33: ...e wet Note Do NOT use Scotch Brite pads steel wool abrasive cleaners or petroleum derived products to clean a painted aluminum or titanium frame Cleaning the Upholstery 1 Regularly hand wash the seat sling and back upholstery using water and a mild detergent Always allow the upholstery to air dry before riding in the chair 2 NEVER machine wash the upholstery and NEVER machine dry the upholstery 3 ...

Page 34: ...er Service Please note if more than one solution in the chart below applies to your particular adjustment issue always try one solution at a time until the problem is solved Chair Veers Right or Left Caster Flutter Looseness in Chair Squeaks and Rattles Sluggish Turning or Performance Floating Caster Solution If you have pneumatic front and or rear tires make sure that the tires are properly and e...

Page 35: ...st the angle or height of your footrest or you replace your footrest always allow at least 2 of ground clearance to permit you to maneuver over objects If you ignore this Warning you could fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Safe Tread If you ordered your wheelchair with either the Titanium Footrest with Flat ABS Cover AB...

Page 36: ...ove on the right side of the footrest 5 When both sides are set at an equal distance from the floor make sure all four wheels are in contact with the floor and make sure that the Allen screw in each clamp is in the most rearward position Fully tighten the two Allen screws in the clamps that secure the footrest to the chair frame making sure the clamp remains securely butted up against the end of t...

Page 37: ...t engage the T Nuts to the clamps that secure the footrest to the frame See Figure 3 4 Loosen the screws just enough to permit the footrest tubes to slide up and down within the covers Do not detach the footrest clamps from the frame 2 If replacing the footrest remove the old footrest and insert the new footrest tubes through the covers and clamps and into the frame 3 Place the end of a ruler on t...

Page 38: ...chairs can be replaced or the height adjusted by using the tools and following the procedures under Titanium Footrest Aero Z on page 3 3 Figure 3 7 Angle Adjustable Footrest Angle Adjustable High Mount Footrest Adjusting the Angle Tools needed 5 32 Allen Wrench no extension tubes 3 16 Allen Wrench extension tubes only 1 Loosen but do not remove the Allen screws See Figure 3 8 If your footrest has ...

Page 39: ...ition the footplate out of the way for purposes of transferring into and out of the wheelchair See Figure 3 10 You can adjust the height of or replace the Flip Back Footrest by using the tools and following the procedures for adjusting the height of or replacing a footrest as set forth under Titanium Footrest ZRA on pages 3 2 and 3 3 or under Titanium Footrest Aero Z on page 3 3 Figure 3 10 Flip B...

Page 40: ...or replacing a footrest as set forth under Titanium Footrest ZRA on pages 3 2 and 3 3 or Titanium Footrest Aero Z on page 3 3 Buckle Adjustable Calf Strap Buckle Adjustable Calf Strap is shown in Figure 3 12 Install the calf strap as shown in Figure 3 12 Velcro Adjustable Calf Strap Velcro Padded Adjustable Calf Strap The Adjustable Calf Strap and Padded Adjustable Calf Straps are shown in Figure ...

Page 41: ...1 Grasp the TiShaft Release Bar and pull up See Figure 4 1 2 Push the backrest forward toward the front of the chair Note If you have a Lock Down Backrest make sure the backrest is locked securely in the folded position Unfolding the Backrest 1 Lift up on the backrest and pull towards the rear of the chair 2 Make sure the backrest locks securely into place Unfolding the Lock Down Backrest 1 Push u...

Page 42: ... Step 2 to securely attach the link to the backrest assembly 5 Repeat Step 4 on the other side of the chair 6 Securely tighten the Button Head cap screws stop bolts and nylock nuts Figure 4 3 Changing the Backrest Angle Nylock Nut Backrest Back Mount Backrest Cam Lock Washer Button Head Cap Screw Stop Bolt Adjusting the Backrest Height Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench Note In order to adjust the bac...

Page 43: ...st Posts Allen Screws Backrest Note If your backrest is set to 8 and you need to adjust the backrest height to 9 to 11 the following procedure applies 1 Remove the backrest upholstery See Velcro Style Adjustable Back Upholstery or Tension Adjustable by Straps Back Upholstery on pages 7 1 to 7 3 2 Remove the top end caps See Figure 4 5 3 Install the backrest sleeve in each backrest tube 4 Align the...

Page 44: ...olding Adjustable Depth Height Angle Backrest is securely in place in the upright position and all mounting hardware is securely tightened If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Adjusting the Depth Tools Needed 7 16 Open End Wrench 5 32 Allen Wrench 1 Remove the four Allen screws two on eac...

Page 45: ...e push handle into the clamp and align the holes in the push handle with the two upper holes in the clamp 5 Using the 5 32 Allen wrench insert the two 1 1 8 Allen screws through the washers the two halves of the clamp and the push handle and securely tighten 6 Make sure the push handle is correctly positioned for proper pushing and securely tighten the 1 Allen screw IWARNING Your assistant or atte...

Page 46: ...curely tighten 4 Insert the push handle through the clamp until the handle is at the desired height and securely tighten the quick release cam lock Note The quick release cam lock enables the user to easily disengage and engage the clamp for purposes of repositioning or removing the push handles IWARNING Your assistant or attendant should NEVER attempt to lift a wheelchair up a curb step or flight...

Page 47: ...USH HANDLES Top View Figure 4 11 Adjustable Height Push Handles Figure 4 12 Adjustable Height Push Handles Allen Screws Quick Release Cam Lock Clamp Push Handle Removing Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 Remove the four Allen screws See Figure 4 12 2 Remove the clamp and cam lock ...

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Page 49: ...d inside the receiver thoroughly If this does not solve the problem check the nylon sleeves for wear Figure 5 1 Operating the Swing Away Armrest Armrest Armrest Stop Notch Receiver Adjusting the Angle Tools Needed 7 16 Open End Wrench 5 32 Allen Wrench 1 Remove the armrest from the receiver 2 On one side of the chair loosen but do not remove the nylock nuts while holding the locking block in posit...

Page 50: ...f the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Note Never lift your chair using the desk arm mount See Figure 5 5 Adjusting the Armrest Height 1 Pull up on the height adjustment lever to permit the armrest to be raised or lowered to the desired height See Figure 5 4 2 After repositioning the armrest to the desired height release the height adjustment lever pressi...

Page 51: ...p back the armrest raise the front of the armrest and rotate it straight back as far as possible Reverse this procedure to return the armrest to its original position See Figure 5 6 To swing away the armrest lightly lift up on the armrest and rotate the armrest away from the chair See Figure 5 6 To replace the armrest swing it back towards the chair and gently push it back down into place Note The...

Page 52: ...s Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 1 To adjust the angle at which the armrest sits when in the down position loosen but do not remove the Allen screw that secures the stop clamp See Figure 5 8 2 Slide the stop clamp forward on the armrest to lower the angle at which the armrest sits in the down position or slide the stop clamp rearward on the armrest to raise the angle 3 Securely tighten the Allen screw t...

Page 53: ...the back canes and under the back upholstery flap 4 Replace the seat cushion Cloth Side Guard Figure 6 1 Removing Replacing Back Cane Fastening Flap Back Upholstry Flap Rigid Removable and Quad Removable Side Guards Aluminum and Carbon Fiber Using Rigid Side Guards To remove either type of Rigid Side Guard lift the side guard out of the side guard mount by grasping it at the top or place finger in...

Page 54: ...ving Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench To remove the entire side guard assembly including the clamp 1 Remove the side guard from the side guard mount 2 Remove the Allen screw that secures the two halves of the clamp to the frame See Figure 6 3 Reinstalling Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 Align the two halves of the clamp around the seat tube of the chair frame See Figure 6 3 Note The half of the cla...

Page 55: ...eeded 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 Align the two halves of the side guard clamp around the seat tube of the frame See Figure 6 4 Note The half of the side guard clamp to which the side guard mount is attached has a dowel pin protruding from the clamp that must be inserted into the side guard clamp hole on the wheel side of the frame 2 Insert the two Allen screws through the washers and the two halves of th...

Page 56: ...needed and allowing the Allen screws to slide within the cam slots 5 Once the desired side guard position has been achieved tighten the eight Button Head cap screws four on each cam using the 5 64 Allen wrench 6 Using the 5 32 Allen wrench securely tighten Allen Screw 1 7 Keeping Allen Screw 2 in place using the 5 32 Allen wrench securely tighten the nylock nut using the 7 16 Open End wrench IWARN...

Page 57: ...ide guard position has been achieved tighten the eight Button Head cap screws four on each cam using the 5 64 Allen wrench 6 Using the 5 32 Allen wrench securely tighten Allen Screw 1 7 Keeping Allen Screw 2 in place using the 5 32 Allen wrench securely tighten the nylock nut using the 7 16 Open End wrench IWARNING The threads on the Button Head cap screws and Allen Screw 1 that secure the cams to...

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Page 59: ...esired adjust the tension of the strap s 6 Securely attach the padded back to the backrest ears using the Velcro style material and lower the back flap back into position in front of the rigidizer bar Figure 7 1 Adjusting Rigidizer Bar Padded Back Backrest Ears Back Flap Backrest Strap Replacing 1 Lift the back flap to expose the backrest ears See Figure 7 2 2 Completely detach the two backrest ea...

Page 60: ...letely detach the padded back from the backrest ears Do not remove the backrest ears from the backrest 3 Adjust to the desired tautness by loosening the ear straps and then pulling on the loose end to pull the backrest ears closer together Tighter back upholstery will increase the stability and maintain normal maneuverability of the chair because the user is pushed forward slightly Looser back uph...

Page 61: ...ness See Adjusting the Tension on page 7 2 8 Align the top of the padded back with the backrest ears 9 Reinstall the strap s and adjust to the desired tautness 10 Securely attach the padded back to the backrest ears and lower the back flap back into position in front of the rigidizer bar 11 Replace the seat cushion Figure 7 5 Adjusting Padded Back Back Flap Backrest Bottom Flap Ear Straps Backrest...

Page 62: ...ver the left side of the frame the left side if you were sitting in the chair See Figure 7 6 7 Slip the tension adjustable straps through the D rings on the opposite side of the upholstery 8 Adjust the seat sling to the desired tension and fasten the tension adjustable straps 9 Place the chair onto all four wheels 10 Reattach the back upholstery to the seat upholstery Bolt On Seat Sling IWARNING D...

Page 63: ...e new upholstery 6 Place the new seat upholstery on the frame and align the fastening holes in the upholstery and aluminum seat rails with the holes in the seat tubes of the frame 7 Loosely install all the bolts on the side of the seat sling where the adjustment flap is located 8 Install all the bolts on the opposite side of the seat sling and securely tighten 9 Detach the adjustment flap and adju...

Page 64: ...fasten the product Failure to do so may delay release in an emergency As with any new seating support the Velcro Style Seat Belt may change the way a person sits Users must continue to practice regular pressure relief activities and skin integrity checks not only where this product contacts the user but also in primary pressure bearing areas such as the sacrum legs and buttocks If increased skin r...

Page 65: ...ation of adjustment straps 2 Comfort look for areas of irritation 3 Position if too high or too low adjust anchor points 4 Interference with other devices relocate anchor points as necessary 5 Move chair through full range of motion including folding and rolling Check for any interference Maintenance Check periodically for signs of wear in the stitching and webbing If significant wear is found con...

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Page 67: ...you adjust the toe in toe out it may be necessary to square the casters to the floor See Angle Adjustable Speedloader Caster Mount on pages 11 6 to 11 7 If you ignore this Warning your chair may not perform properly which in turn may cause you to fall tip over or lose control of the chair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the chair Note It is recommended that you remove the rear wh...

Page 68: ...ters as needed See pages 8 3 to 8 4 Figure 8 2 Adjusting the Center of Gravity Camber Mount Clamp Allen Screws Replacing the Camber Tube Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 5 64 Allen Wrench Ruler 1 Remove the rear wheels 2 Using the 5 64 Allen wrench remove the camber mount bumper assembly making note of the order in which the parts are assembled 3 Loosen but do not remove the Allen screw that secures...

Page 69: ...nd 1 Make sure the distance from the end of the camber tube to the camber clamp is identical on both sides of the chair See Figure 8 4 2 Make sure the rear wheels are properly inflated 3 Place the chair on all four wheels with the casters trailing toward the rear of the frame See Figure 8 5 Figure 8 4 Adjusting the Toe In Toe Out Camber Clamp Camber Tube Measurement A Figure 8 5 Adjusting the Toe ...

Page 70: ...the same within 1 8 no toeing adjustment is needed and you may skip to Step 13 If not proceed to Step 11 11 Loosen the Allen screw in each camber clamp that secures the camber tube in place 12 If the measurement in Step 9 is less than the measurement in Step 8 rotate the camber tube using the 7 8 Open End wrench rearward to toe out the rear wheels If the measurement in Step 9 is greater than the m...

Page 71: ...xle using the smaller wrench at the flats at the end of the axle 5 Depress the release button on the Quick Release Axle and slide the axle through the rear wheel hub 6 Depress the release button and reinstall the rear wheel into the axle sleeve or Zero Play camber tube 7 Before riding in the chair make sure the locking balls have fully secured the wheel in the axle sleeve or Zero Play camber tube ...

Page 72: ...hair make sure the locking balls have fully secured the wheel in the axle sleeve or Zero Play camber tube by pulling on the hub with the release handle in the locked position If the locking balls do not fully engage repeat these procedures to increase the play i e increase the distance between the quick release nut and the locking balls to permit the locking balls to fully engage properly Also che...

Page 73: ...on the chair and the quick release handle in the locked position so the locking balls are fully engaged be sure the collar is snug against the outer rear wheel bearing and securely tighten Set Screw 1 so the collar is securely on the axle 6 With the quick release handle in the unlocked position turn Set Screw 3 clockwise to remove any remaining play between the wheel hub and collar 7 Flip the quic...

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Page 75: ...els from moving If not readjust the wheel locks until the wheel locks securely prevent the chair from rolling If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Compact Push to Lock Adjusting Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 Loosen but do not remove the Allen screws in the wheel lock clamp See Figure 1...

Page 76: ...e the wheel lock out of the clamp 3 Slide the new wheel lock into the wheel lock clamp but do not tighten the Allen screws 4 Follow the procedures under Compact Pull to Lock Adjusting on page 10 2 to position and secure the new wheel lock Compact Push to Lock and Compact Pull to Lock Wheel Locks with Extension Handles All of the adjustments set forth under Compact Push to Lock and Compact Pull to ...

Page 77: ...lamp but do not tighten the Allen screws 4 Follow the procedures under Compact Scissor Lock Adjusting on page 10 2 to position and secure the new wheel lock Uni Lock Adjusting Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 Loosen but do not remove the two Allen screws in the wheel lock clamp See Figure 10 4 2 Adjust the position of the wheel lock clamp on the frame so the wheel stop embeds at least 3 16 into th...

Page 78: ...0 6 the Uni Lock is set to the Push to Lock position Figure 10 6 Push to Lock Position Figure 10 5 Pull to Lock Position Socket Head Cap Screw Socket Head Cap Screw You can change the operation from pull to push or vice versa as follows 1 Remove the Socket Head cap screw and reposition it to either the Pull to Lock or Push to Lock position as desired See Figure 10 7 2 Securely tighten the Socket H...

Page 79: ... As shown in Figure 10 12 the wheel lock handle attaches to the wheel lock handle base with two Allen screws There is only one hole in the wheel lock handle base through which to attach the upper Allen screw There are three holes in the wheel lock handle base through which to attach the lower Allen screw 2 Remove the lower Allen screw and locknut that secure the wheel lock handle to the wheel lock...

Page 80: ...ndles All of the adjustments set forth under Uni Lock on pages 10 3 to 10 6 apply to the Uni Lock with Extension Handles Aluminum Scissor Lock Adjusting Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 Loosen the two Allen screws in the wheel lock clamp See Figure 10 13 2 Adjust the position of the wheel lock clamp on the frame so the wheel stop embeds at least 3 16 into the tire when engaged in the locked positi...

Page 81: ...he caster the spacers and the fork sides Use one screw driver to hold one screw in place and securely tighten the other screw with the second screw driver Note If your chair has 4 or 5 TiLite Performance casters make sure that Spacer 2 which is wider than Spacer 1 is positioned on the recessed side of the caster which should be oriented outwards when the casters are in the trailing position Figure...

Page 82: ...Washer Nylock Nut Caster Caster Cap Allen Screw Replacing Forks Tools Needed 9 16 Wrench 1 8 Allen Wrench 1 Remove the casters See Slipstream Single Sided Forks Replacing Casters on page 11 2 2 Remove the nylock nut and washer that secure the fork to the fork stem See Figure 11 2 3 Remove the old fork and install the replacement fork on the fork stem 4 Replace the nylock nut and washer and securel...

Page 83: ... E ring into place 6 Replace the caster See Slipstream Single Sided Forks Replacing Casters on page 11 2 7 Follow Steps 1 through 6 on the opposite fork IWARNING Always use identical axle holes on both sides of your chair If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair IWARNING The threads on the ax...

Page 84: ... that may have existed within the chair assembly 6 Make sure your footrest is set to your desired seat to footrest measurement and using a ruler or measuring tape make sure the left and right sides of the footrest are the same distance to the level surface 7 If the above adjustments correct the floater securely tighten all Allen screw loosened in Step 3 and then the screw loosened in Step 4 If not...

Page 85: ...edium strength thread lock If you ignore this Warning your rear wheel could become loose or fall off and you could fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Replacing Frog Legs Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 Remove the casters See Replacing Casters on page 11 5 2 Using the 5 32 Allen wrench remove Allen Scre...

Page 86: ...ide to be the mirror image and it too will be square Note If you are not able to square your casters and have changed the configuration of your chair you may need to reverse the right and left caster end caps to achieve the desired angle 11 Recheck the forks to be certain they are still perpendicular to the level surface before riding Figure 11 8 Replacing Frog Legs Forks Caster Cap Fork Axle Spac...

Page 87: ...th one of the three threaded holes in the caster mount If so proceed to Step 7 If not repeat this Step 6 using the next combination of caster end cap tabs and tab slots 7 Thread Allen Screw 1 through the two aligned parts and loosely tighten Note There are six perimeter holes in the caster end cap and three threaded holes in the caster mount These are designed to permit 17 of adjustment in 1 incre...

Page 88: ...11 11 Adjusting the Angle Frog Legs Tab Slots Caster Mount Caster Housing Fork Stem Caster Cap Fork Caster End Cap Allen Screw 2 Allen Screw 1 Lock Washers Barrel Figure 11 12 Bearing Fork Slipstream Single Sided Fork Figure 11 13 Frog Legs Bubble Level Bracket Barrel Flat Edge Fork Triangle ...

Page 89: ... Release the release button 5 Pull firmly on the wheel without depressing the release button to make sure the wheel is locked securely in place Quad Quick Release Axle Removing 1 Unlock the lever on the Quad Quick Release Axle See Figure 12 2 2 Slide wheel and axle out of the axle sleeve Replacing IWARNING Make sure the locking balls fully secure the Quad Quick Release Axle inside the axle sleeve ...

Page 90: ... tube by pressing down on the pin in the center of the valve stem If you have a Presta valve see Figure 12 4 remove the valve stem cap unscrew counter clockwise the knurled nut on the valve stem and release all of the air from the tube by pressing down on the pin in the center of the valve stem 3 Remove the tire and inner tube 4 Make sure the rim strip is properly in place 5 Install the new inner ...

Page 91: ...ers or damage the wheelchair Tools needed 7 8 Open End Wrench 3 4 Open End Torque Wrench 1 Place the 7 8 Open End wrench onto the camber plug and use the 3 4 Open End Torque wrench to remove the axle sleeve See Figure 12 5 Note If you have only one washer and do not have a lock washer your rear wheel spacing package will include a lock washer Always use a lock washer 2 Add or delete the spacers yo...

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Page 93: ...ou may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 3 16 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench 1 Remove the rear wheels and place the frame upside down on a level surface 2 Remove the camber tube See Replacing the Camber Tube on page 8 2 3 Thread the Allen screw through the right side camber clamp right ...

Page 94: ... anti tip receiver re engages in the anti tip mount in the down position shown in Figure 13 3 Figure 13 3 Engaging the Anti Tip Anti Tip Mount Release Lever Receiver Disengaging To disengage the User Friendly Anti Tip grip the anti tip firmly pressing down on the release lever raise the anti tip until the anti tip receiver re engages in the anti tip mount in the up position shown in Figure 13 4 Fi...

Page 95: ...d seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair IWARNING Do not disassemble the anti tip mounting assembly See Figure 13 6 If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 3 16 Allen Wrench 5 64 Allen Wrench 1 Remove the rear wheels and place the frame up...

Page 96: ...al threaded hole in each of the anti tip mounts If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair IWARNING Before sitting in the chair make sure that the anti tips are operating properly To do this place the unoccupied chair on a level surface engage the anti tips and tip the chair backward until the ...

Page 97: ...ly injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Figure 13 7 Front Roller Allen Screws Front Roller With an Angle Adjustable Footrest 1 Remove the Allen screws that secure the Front Roller to the roller plate See Figure 13 8 2 Remove the Allen screws that secure the footplate and the clamp to the roller plate 3 Reassemble the angle adjustable footplate as shown in Figure 3 8 Note If removing ...

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Page 99: ...d option has been crash tested in accordance with ISO 7176 19 as described in this Owner s Manual It is approved for occupied transit use The Wheelchair Transport Option has NOT been crash tested in accordance with either ISO 7176 19 or ANSI RESNA WC19 It is approved only for transportation of an UNOCCUPIED wheelchair To determine whether your TiLite Aero Z or ZRA is equipped with the Transit Tie ...

Page 100: ... configuration of the Aero Z and the ZRA wheelchairs that were subjected to the frontal impact and other tests required by ISO 7176 19 See Statement of Compliance Specifications on page 14 6 Those test results apply only to the configuration of the wheelchair as tested and described herein Therefore if you order your chair differently such as with a seating system manufactured by someone other tha...

Page 101: ...ons with the components specified in Statement of Compliance Specifications on page 14 6 Any significant modification or substitution to the wheelchair s components or seating could significantly alter the chair s performance during an impact IWARNING TiLite expressly disclaims that use of its Transit Tie Down Option or Transport Bracket Option on a TiLite wheelchair will prevent the wheelchair us...

Page 102: ...cle anchored upper torso shoulder belt and a wheelchair anchored lower leg restraint Every TiLite Aero Z equipped with TiLite s Transit Tie Down Option comes equipped with pelvic belt mounting bolts for use with an optional Q Straint wheelchair anchored pelvic belt and a wheelchair anchored lower leg restraint All three restraints should be used to reduce the possibility of head and chest impacts ...

Page 103: ...ergy absorbing padding placed between the tray or other accessory and the occupant IWARNING IF YOU FAIL TO HEED THE WARNINGS IN THIS OWNER S MANUAL YOU MAY DAMAGE YOUR WHEELCHAIR CAUSE SEVERE PHYSICAL INJURY TO OTHERS OR SUFFER SEVERE PHYSICAL INJURIES YOURSELF UP TO AND INCLUDING DEATH INTRODUCTION This Chapter of the Owner s Manual provides detailed instructions on the proper use of TiLite s Tra...

Page 104: ...including without limitation side impacts rear impacts rollovers or higher speed frontal impacts Second compliance with ISO 7176 19 does not guarantee that the occupant will not be injured even in a frontal impact collision at 30 mph 48 kph or less In such an impact the forces experienced are very severe and injuries can be sustained even if the wheelchair performs exactly as required by the stand...

Page 105: ...shoulder belt and a pelvic belt The anthropomorphic test dummy weighed as set forth in Table 14 1 The wheelchair that was tested passed the frontal impact test configured as described in Table 14 1 The TiLite Aero Z Titanium Frame or ZRA wheelchair was not tested with a wheelchair anchored pelvic belt and TiLite does not offer this wheelchair with a wheelchair anchored pelvic belt The TiLite Aero ...

Page 106: ... position Clear zones are required whether the wheelchair occupant is restrained by both pelvic and upper torso belts or only by a pelvic belt The use of only pelvic or only upper torso belts is highly dangerous and is never recommended The minimum necessary clear zones for the TiLite wheelchairs are shown in Figure 14 3 Figure 14 3 Clear Zones The rear clear zone is measured from the rearmost poi...

Page 107: ...fer to the Original Equipment Manufacturer vehicle seat and use the vehicle installed restraint system 2 This wheelchair must be used ONLY with a WTORS comprised of a four point strap type wheelchair tie down that has been installed in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions and SAE J2249 It is NOT compatible with other types of WTORS Note To obtain a copy of SAE J2249 Wheelchair Tie Down ...

Page 108: ...tie down straps must be tightened to ensure that the wheelchair is securely fastened to the vehicle there should be no play or looseness in any of the four wheelchair tie down straps SECURING THE OCCUPANT POSITIONING THE RESTRAINT BELTS IWARNING A three point vehicle anchored pelvic and upper torso belt occupant restraint system must be properly installed and used to restrain the occupant while ri...

Page 109: ... Figure 14 7 It is imperative that you position the belts properly Paragraphs 3 to 8 which follow explain how to properly position your restraint belts 3 The pelvic belt should be worn low across the front of the pelvis so that the angle of the pelvic belt is within the preferred zone of 30 to 75 to the horizontal See Figure 14 7 A steeper greater angle within the preferred zone is desirable Figur...

Page 110: ...elt restraints should make full contact with the shoulder chest and pelvis and pelvic belts should be positioned low on the pelvis near the thigh abdominal junction Figure 14 9 Illustration of Improper Belt Restraint Fit Belt restraints must not be held away from the body by wheelchair components such as armrests or wheels 6 Always adjust the belt restraints to fit as tightly as possible consisten...

Page 111: ...e only seating options approved by TiLite for use with the TiLite Transit Tie Down Option If you order your TiLite wheelchair with the Transit Tie Down Option and you use seating components other than these the performance of the other seating system or upholstery is unknown Therefore TiLite makes no warranty or claim as to the performance of the TiLite wheelchair in the event of a motor vehicle a...

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