Invacare Wheelchair XP6500 - Manual (Page 59)

SECTION 14—ANTI-TIPPERS
Part No. 1123839 59
SECTION 14—ANTI-TIPPERS
ƽ WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching
hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
Installing/Removing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 14.1 on page 60.
Installing
ƽ WARNING
Anti-tippers MUST be fully engaged and spring buttons fully protruding out of
adjustment holes before using the wheelchair.
Ensure both anti-tippers have the same ground clearance.
A 1½ to 2-inch clearance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the
ground/floor MUST be maintained at all times.
Anti-tippers MUST be used at all times. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or
gravel surfaces, anti-tippers may not provide the same level of protection against
tipover. Extra caution must be observed when traversing such surfaces.
1. Press the two release buttons in and insert the anti-tippers with anti-tipper wheels
pointing toward the ground/floor into the support tubes until the release buttons lock
in place.
2. Measure the distance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the
ground/floor and ensure that it is 1½-2-inches. If necessary, adjust height. To adjust the
height of the anti-tippers, refer to Adjusting Height on page 59.
Removing
1. Press release buttons in and remove the anti-tippers from the support tubes.
Adjusting Height
1. Press the release buttons in and adjust the anti-tippers to the desired height.
NOTE: The distance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor MUST be
1½ to 2-inches.
NOTE: Both anti-tippers should be adjusted to the same height.