Freedom Designs TriPod LT - Manual (Page 31)

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Adjustments
(continued)
Drive Wheel Axle Adjustment
The position of the Drive Wheel axle is the
most critical adjustment on the TriPod
™ LT
wheelchair. The center of gravity and the seat
height position are all determined by the axle
adjustment.
Warning: Your healthcare professional
should assist you in adjusting the axle
position. Position of the axle will be based
on your abilities and limitations.
1. Center of gravity adjustment may be
accomplished by moving the Drive Wheel
axle plate forward or backward on the
frame.
Warning: The wheelchairs become less
stable if forward axle positions are used.
The further forward the axles are posi-
tioned, the easier it is to tip the chair over
forward or backward. Moving the axle
backward will increase the stability of the
chair. This backward adjustment will create
increased turning pressure.
Rear Tip Limiter
The rear tip limiter is preset at the factory
for optimum safety and performance.
Changes to the tip limiter adjustment may
decrease rearward stability. If it is deemed
necessary to re-adjust the tip limiter, take
extreme care to ensure the safety of the
user.
1. The rear tip limiter has a threaded rubber
bumper which, when set properly, allows
the chair to tip safely backward without
tipping over. To decrease the tippiness,
loosen the jam nut and screw the bumper
up until I desired position and tighten jam
nut. Screw the bumper down to increase
tippiness. Always test the stability prior
to allowing active use of the wheelchair.