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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL SERIAL NUMBER ______________________...
  • Page 2 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION HAS NOT APPROVED ANY TIE-DOWN SYSTEM FOR TRANSPORTATION OF A USER WHILE IN A WHEELCHAIR IN A MOVING VEHICLE OF ANY TYPE. IT IS TiLITE’S POSITION THAT USERS OF WHEELCHAIRS SHOULD BE TRANSFERRED INTO APPROPRIATE VEHICLE SEATING FOR TRANSPORTATION AND SHOULD USE THE RESTRAINTS MADE AVAILABLE BY THE AUTO INDUSTRY.
  • Page 3 Dear TiLite Customer: We are glad that you have chosen to be part of the TiLite family. Making the best wheelchairs in the world is our mission. Over the years, we have achieved that mission by putting our heart and soul into every wheelchair that we design and build. Here are just a few examples of where that heart and soul comes from and where it leads: ...
  • Page 4 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 applicable laws and regulations and will be used solely by TiLite.

  • Page 5: Product Registration Form

    4. Were your expectations met in the following areas? If not, please specify. FOLD HERE Quality of Service: Timeliness of Delivery: Quality of Product: 5. What additional features, if any, would you like to see on this or future TiLite products? ZRA_Aero Z Owner’s Manual OM_ZRA_Aero Z_0913RevA...
  • Page 6 FOLD HERE FOLD HERE TiLite Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing ZRA_Aero Z Owner’s Manual OM_ZRA_Aero Z_0913RevA...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CHApTER 1: WARNINGS GENERAL WARNINGS A. SAFETY INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE B. ACCLIMATING TO YOUR NEW CHAIR C. WEIGHT LIMITATION D. PREVENTING ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES E. CHANGING/ADJUSTING YOUR WHEELCHAIR F. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS G. STREET USE H. TERRAIN MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY J.
  • Page 8 CLEANING Cleaning the Frame Cleaning the Upholstery Axles and Moving Parts STORAGE TROUBLESHOOTING CHApTER 3: FOOTRESTS SAFE TREAD TITANIUM FOOTREST (ZRA) Adjusting the Height Replacing TITANIUM FOOTREST (Aero Z) Adjusting the Height/Replacing ANGLE ADJUSTABLE FOOTREST Adjusting the Angle Adjusting Height/Replacing...
  • Page 9 TENSION ADJUSTABLE BY STRAPS SEAT SLING UPHOLSTERY Adjusting the Tension Replacing the Upholstery BOLT-ON SEAT SLING Adjusting the Tension Replacing the Upholstery SEAT CUSHIONS Replacing the Foam Insert in the TiLite Seat Cushion VELCRO -STYLE ADJUSTABLE SEAT BELT ® Installation Adjustment Safety Check Maintenance ZRA_Aero Z Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 10 CHApTER 8: AXLE pLATES AND CAMBER pLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) STANDARD CAMBER MOUNTS Adjusting the Rear Seat Height Adjusting the Center of Gravity Replacing the Camber Tube ADJUSTING TOE-IN/TOE-OUT CHApTER 9: AXLES STAINLESS AND TITANIUM qUICK-RELEASE AXLES Adjusting the quick-Release Axle qUAD qUICK-RELEASE AXLES Adjusting the quad quick-Release Handle...
  • Page 11 CHApTER 12: REAR WHEELS 12-1 qUICK-RELEASE AXLE 12-1 Removing 12-1 Replacing 12-1 qUAD qUICK-RELEASE AXLE 12-1 Removing 12-1 Replacing 12-1 HANDRIMS 12-2 PNEUMATIC TIRES AND TUBES 12-2 SOLID TIRES 12-2 REAR WHEEL SPACERS 12-3 Adjusting Rear Wheel Spacing 12-3 CHApTER 13: ANTI-TIpS 13-1 REAR ANTI-TIPS 13-1...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Warnings

    BEFORE using the chair. 3. ALWAYS have your chair completely inspected and serviced by an authorized TiLite supplier at least once a year. 4. ALWAYS perform your safety inspections and any maintenance or adjustments while the chair is unoccupied (unless this Manual expressly states otherwise).

  • Page 14: E. Changing/Adjusting Your Wheelchair

    2. Unauthorized modifications to your chair, or the use of parts not supplied or approved by TiLite, may change the chair structure, may cause a safety hazard, including an increased risk of a tip-over, and will void the warranty.

  • Page 15: I. Motor Vehicle Safety

    The additional weight could exceed the weight limit for the chair and damage the chair. If you intend to engage in weight training, TiLite recommends that you utilize weight training equipment with built-in seating and that you transfer to that seating rather than using your chair.

  • Page 16: L. Standing On Your Chair

    L. STANDING ON YOUR CHAIR WARNING Your TiLite wheelchair has been designed for use as a wheelchair, not as a step ladder. NEVER stand on your TiLite 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.

  • Page 17: B. Climbing A Curb Or Single Step

    DO NOT climb a flight of stairs with the user in the wheelchair. However, TiLite recognizes that wheelchair users may, on occasion, have no other choice. Only if you have no alternative, you should follow these steps to climb up a flight of stairs.

  • Page 18: E. Descending A Flight Of Stairs

    WARNING Most falls or tip-overs occur when you go beyond the center of gravity of you and your wheelchair. TiLite wheelchairs are designed to remain stable and upright in normal daily use and activities so long as you do not exceed the center of gravity.

  • Page 19: B. Transferring In And Out Of Your Wheelchair

    However, using a TiLite seat pouch beneath the seat sling to carry heavier items will lower your center of gravity and reduce, but not eliminate, your risk of a tip over.

  • Page 20: C. Dressing/Undressing In Your Chair

    9. If possible, ALWAYS remove the footrests, or swing them out of the way, to ensure your feet do not get caught between the footrests. TiLite strongly recommends that you place your feet on the floor when you are transferring to or from your chair.

  • Page 21: E. Moving Backward

    CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS 1. NEVER bend, reach or lean in a way that requires you to move forward in your seat. 2. ALWAYS keep your buttocks in contact with the backrest and the seat cushion when bending, reaching or leaning. 3.

  • Page 22: G. Obstacles

    CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS G. OBSTACLES WARNING When riding outdoors, uneven pavement, sidewalk irregularities, potholes and other obstacles and road hazards can be dangerous. When riding indoors, doorway thresholds, plush carpeting and other obstacles can be dangerous. In order to avoid these risks: 1.

  • Page 23: J. Stairs

    CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS 2. NEVER use your chair on a slope greater than 10%—a slope with an elevation greater than one foot in height for every ten feet in length. 3. NEVER stop on a steep slope. If you stop on a steep slope, you may not be able to maintain control of the chair. 4.

  • Page 24: Warnings Regarding Components And Option

    TiLite also offers a limited number of seat cushions manufactured by other manufacturers. However, the selection of any of these products is a decision to be made by you and your doctor or therapist. TiLite has NO information about your medical condition and assumes no responsibility should you choose the wrong seating system for your medical needs.

  • Page 25: C. Upholstery Fabric

    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.

  • Page 26: F. Armrests

    F. ARMRESTS WARNING Armrests are optional equipment on TiLite wheelchairs. TiLite armrests are detachable and are not designed to support the weight of your wheelchair. Therefore, NEVER lift your chair by its armrests. If you do, they may detach, causing you to drop the chair, or you may break the armrests or cause them to become loose and break at a later time unexpectedly.

  • Page 27: I. Axles

    WARNING Stainless quick-release axles are a standard TiLite wheelchair component. Other axle types are optional equipment. All TiLite axles are designed to make your rear wheels easy to remove quickly. However, if not used properly, they can be dangerous. NEVER use your chair UNLESS you are sure that both rear axles are locked into place in the axle receiver. If an axle is not fully locked into place, the rear wheel may come off during use of the chair and cause you to fall.

  • Page 28: L. Caster Pin Locks

    WARNING Caster pin locks are an optional accessory for TiLite wheelchairs. Caster pin locks are not designed to slow or stop a moving wheelchair – they do not prevent the casters from rotating on the axis of the axle. Caster pin locks are ONLY designed to keep the front casters from rotating on the axis of the stem bolt when your chair is at a complete stop.

  • Page 29: Power Drive

    TiLite, contact TiLite Customer Service. If you intend to install an approved power drive system on your TiLite chair, this must be taken into account when your chair is ordered so TiLite can manufacture your chair with a power-adaptable frame.

  • Page 31: Chapter 2: Safety Inspection, Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Introduction Your TiLite wheelchair is designed, engineered and built to provide you with years of exceptional performance. However, proper maintenance and regular safety inspections are essential in order to make sure your wheelchair is operating properly, safely and at maximum efficiency. In addition, proper maintenance and regular safety inspections will extend the life of your TiLite wheelchair.
  • Page 32 CHAPTER 2: SAFETY INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING Inspection Item Initially Weekly 3 Months Rear Tires √ √ • Check for proper inflation as per sidewall of pneumatic tire • Inspect for cracks, wear and flat spots √ √ Camber Tube/Axle Sleeves √...

  • Page 33: Cleaning

    2. Always fully inspect your chair after it has been stored for any period before riding in it. See the chart under “Safety Inspections and Maintenance” on pages 2-1 to 2-2. 3. If you store your chair for more than three (3) months, have your chair inspected by an authorized TiLite supplier. ZRA_Aero Z Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    If the solutions below do not solve your problem or if you experience a problem not addressed below, please contact an authorized TiLite supplier or TiLite Customer 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.

  • Page 35: Chapter 3: Footrests

    Titanium Open Loop Footrest, enclosed with your chair are two 4” squares of self-adhesive Safe Tread. Safe Tread provides a more slip-resistant surface than the footrest of your chair. Use of the Safe Tread is optional, but TiLite recommends you use it in order to reduce the likelihood of your feet slipping off the footrest during use of your chair.

  • Page 36: Titanium Footrest (Zra)

    CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS Titanium Footrest (ZRA) Adjusting the Height Tools Needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrench • Rubber Mallet • Ruler 1. Loosen, but do not remove, the Allen screws in the two clamps that secure the footrest to the frame. See Figure 3-2.

  • Page 37: Titanium Footrest (Aero Z)

    CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS 4. Slide both clamps into both frame tubes until each clamp is securely butted against the end of each frame tube. 5. Place the end of a ruler on the floor and hold it vertically against the left corner of the footrest. See Figure 3-3. Adjust the left side of the footrest to the desired height (not less than 2”...

  • Page 38: Angle Adjustable Footrest

    CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS Angle Adjustable Footrest Adjusting the Angle Tools needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrench 1. Loosen, but do not remove, the two Allen screws that secure the footplate to the clamp. See Figure 3-6. 2. Adjust the footrest to desired angle. 3.

  • Page 39: Flip-Back Footrest

    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)”...

  • Page 40: Buckle Adjustable Calf Strap

    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 “Titanium Footrest (Aero Z)”...

  • Page 41: Chapter 4: Backrests And Push Handles

    CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS And PUSH HAndLES Folding Adjustable Height & Angle Backrest (Titanium or Aluminum) Note: The Aluminum Adjustable Height & Angle Backrest without Integrated Push Handles is standard on all wheelchairs. The Titanium Adjustable Height & Angle Backrest is available as an option on all chairs. Integrated Push Handles are available as an option with either the titanium or aluminum backrest.

  • Page 42: Changing The Backrest Angle

    CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS And PUSH HAndLES Changing the Backrest Angle Tools Needed: • 1/2” Open End Wrench • 7/16” Open End Wrench • 1/8” Allen Wrench 1. Lock the backrest in the unfolded position. 2. On both sides of the chair, using the Allen wrench, remove the Button Head cap screws and lock washers. See Figure 4-3.
  • Page 43 VC-3, a locking and sealing coating, to reduce the possibility that they will become loose. You should be able to adjust the backrest height approximately four times without reapplying thread lock to these screws. TiLite requires that you reapply Vibra-TITE VC-3 after every fourth adjustment.

  • Page 44: Replacing The Backrest

    Vibra-TITE ® VC-3, a locking and sealing coating, to reduce the possibility that they will become loose. TiLite requires that you reapply Vibra-TITE VC-3 each time your backrest is replaced. If you ignore this Warning, your backrest posts ®...

  • Page 45: Bolt-On Push Handles

    CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS And PUSH HAndLES Figure 4-7 Figure 4-8 Adjusting the Depth Adjusting the Depth with Swing Away Armrests Nylock Receiver Nylock Nuts Saddles Nuts Washers Locking Block Washers Backrest Allen Allen Saddle Screws Screws Seat Tube Seat Back Tube Back Mount...

  • Page 46: Removing

    CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS And PUSH HAndLES Figure 4-10 Figure 4-9 Location for Bolt-On push Handles Bolt-On push Handles “Top View” Push Handle 1-1/8” Allen Clamp Screws 1” Allen Screw Removing Tools Needed: • 3/16” Allen Wrench • 5/32” Allen Wrench 1.

  • Page 47: Removing

    CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS And PUSH HAndLES Figure 4-11 Figure 4-12 Adjustable Height push Handles Adjustable Height push Handles Push Handle “Top View” Clamp Allen Screws quick Release Cam Lock Removing Tools Needed: • 3/16” Allen Wrench 1. Remove the four Allen screws. See Figure 4-12. 2.

  • Page 49: Chapter 5: Armrests

    CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Swing Away Armrest To swing away the armrest, lift the armrest and rotate the armrest away from chair. See Figure 5-1. Make sure to lift the armrest until the armrest stop is above the notch on the receiver. To replace the armrest, rotate the armrest back towards the chair and gently push it down into place.

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Height

    CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Adjusting the Height Figure 5-3 Tools Needed: Adjusting the Height • 5/32” Allen Wrench 1. Remove the armrest from the receiver. 2. Remove the Allen screw and washer securing the Armrest armrest stop. See Figure 5-3. 3. Reassemble the armrest stop in the desired location on the armrest (in 3/4”...

  • Page 51: Swing Away-Flip Back Armrest

    CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Figure 5-4 Removable Desk Arm Removable Desk Arm with Transfer Loop Armrest Armrest Release Release Lever Lever Height Height Adjustment Adjustment Lever Lever Desk Arm Desk Arm Housing Housing Figure 5-5 Mounting Desk Arm Release Lever Desk Arm Housing Desk Mount...

  • Page 52: Adjusting The Armrest Height

    CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Adjusting the Armrest Height Tools Needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrench 1. Remove the armrest from the receiver. 2. Remove the Allen screw and washer securing the armrest stop. See Figure 5-7. 3. Reassemble the armrest stop in the desired location on the armrest upright (in 1/2” increments). 4.

  • Page 53: Chapter 6: Side Guards

    CHAPTER 6: SIDE GUARDS Cloth Side Guards Removing/Replacing 1. Lift up on the seat cushion and remove it from the chair. 2. Separate the Cloth Side Guards from the seat upholstery and the back upholstery. See Figure 6-1. 3. If desired, install new Cloth Side Guards onto the seat and back upholstery. Note: The fastening flaps that secure the Cloth Side Guards to the back upholstery wrap around the outside of the back canes and under the back upholstery flap.

  • Page 54: Adjusting

    CHAPTER 6: SIDE GUARDS Adjusting Tools Needed: • 1/8” Allen Wrench You can adjust the “snugness” of the fit of the side guard bracket in the side guard mount by loosening or tightening the two Allen screws in the side guard mount. See Figure 6-3. Either type of Rigid Side Guard can be made “non-removable”...

  • Page 55: Fold-Down Rigid Side Guards (Aluminum And Carbon Fiber)

    CHAPTER 6: SIDE GUARDS Fold-Down Rigid Side Guards (Aluminum and Carbon Fiber) Using Fold-Down Side Guards To fold down, simply remove the seat cushion and push the top of the side guard toward the seat sling. To unfold, simply pull the side guard up away from the seat sling. See Figure 6-4. Figure 6-4 Removing/Reinstalling Dowel...

  • Page 56: Adjustable Fendered Side Guard (Aluminum)

    If you repeatedly adjust the cams or remove the sideguard, TiLite requires that you reapply Vibra-TITE® VC-3 after every fourth adjustment. 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.

  • Page 57: Mounting Adjusting

    If you repeatedly adjust the cams or remove the sideguard, TiLite requires that you reapply Vibra-TITE® VC-3 after every fourth adjustment. 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.

  • Page 59: Chapter 7: Back Upholstery, Seat Upholstery And Seat Cushions

    CHAPTER 7: BACK UPHOLSTERY, SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS Velcro -Style Adjustable Back Upholstery ® Note: When adjusting the tension of the back upholstery, DO NOT apply so much tension that the backrest tubes are pulled out of vertical. If this occurs, you may cause the chair to “track” improperly or to develop a “floater.” Adjusting the Tension 1.

  • Page 60: Tension Adjustable By Straps Back Upholstery

    CHAPTER 7: BACK UPHOLSTERY, SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS Figure 7-2 Figure 7-3 Replacing Adjusting with push Handles Backrest Post (with optional Back Flap push handle) Backrest Ears Padded Bolt Backrest Back Flap Back Bottom Flap Bolt Backrest Ears Strap Backrest Strap Tension Adjustable by Straps Back Upholstery...

  • Page 61: Replacing

    CHAPTER 7: BACK UPHOLSTERY, SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS Replacing 1. Lift the back flap to expose the backrest ears. See Figure 7-5. 2. Completely detach the backrest ears and the strap(s) from the padded back and remove them from the backrest. Note: If your chair has Integrated or Fold-Down Push Handles, you will need to remove the bolts that secure the backrest ears to the backrest (using a 1/8”...

  • Page 62: Replacing The Upholstery

    CHAPTER 7: BACK UPHOLSTERY, SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS 3. Carefully tip the chair back until it is resting on its rear wheels and the backrest. 4. Detach one tension adjustable strap, adjust to the desired tension and refasten the strap. See Figure 7-6. 5.

  • Page 63: Replacing The Upholstery

    3. Insert the new foam insert into the seat cushion cover. 4. Close the seat cushion cover and replace on the chair. For seat cushions manufactured by manufacturers other than TiLite ( e.g. Corbee, StimuLite, Roho, Varilite), consult the owner’s manual provided by the applicable manufacturer.

  • Page 64: Velcro ® -Style Adjustable Seat Belt

    Velcro -Style Adjustable Seat Belt ® WARNING Installation of the Velcro -Style Seat Belt must be performed by an authorized TiLite dealer or qualified technician. If ® you ignore this Warning, serious injury may result. WARNING The Velcro -Style Seat Belt must be worn tightly fitted across the lower pelvis or thighs at all times. A loose belt can ®...

  • Page 65: Safety Check

    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, contact your supplier for qualified repair or replacement by TiLite. ZRA_Aero Z Owner’s Manual OM_ZRA_Aero Z_0913RevA...

  • Page 67: Chapter 8: Axle Plates And Camber Plugs (Center Of Gravity; Rear Seat Height)

    (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) All TiLite rigid wheelchairs are equipped with a camber tube. By adjusting the position of the camber tube, you can adjust the center of gravity of your chair. In some cases, you also can adjust the rear seat height. This chapter explains the various adjustments that are possible.

  • Page 68: Adjusting The Center Of Gravity

    CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) Adjusting the Center of Gravity Tools Needed: • 3/16” Allen Wrench • Ruler 1. Loosen, but do not remove, the four Allen screws (two on each side of the chair) that secure the camber mount clamps to the frame.

  • Page 69: Adjusting Toe-In/Toe-Out

    CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) Figure 8-3 Replacing the Camber Tube Camber Clamp Camber Tube Allen Screw Bumper Washer Assembly Flats Adjusting Toe-In/Toe-Out Tools Needed: • 3/16” Allen Wrench • 7/8” Open End Wrench •...
  • Page 70 CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) 6. Measuring from the floor at the rear of each tire, mark the tire (with a felt tip pen) at the same height as Measurement A. 7. Measuring from the floor at the front of each tire, mark the tire (with a felt tip pen) at the same height as Measurement A.

  • Page 71: Chapter 9: Axles

    Adjusting the Quick-Release Axle WARNING quick-Release Axles are pre-adjusted to permit minimal “play” in the axle. TiLite recommends that you do not adjust the axle. Improperly adjusting the axle could cause it to malfunction—too much “play” can cause the axle to bend and become stuck in the axle sleeve or Zero Play camber tube;...
  • Page 72 CHAPTER 9: AXLES If the release handle does not flip back and forth from locked to unlocked properly, or if you cannot fully engage it in the locked position or the unlocked position, the procedure below will permit you to adjust the operation of the handle. Tools Needed: •...

  • Page 73: Adjusting The "Play

    TiLite recommends that an authorized TiLite dealer make any adjustments. 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.

  • Page 75: Chapter 10: Wheel Locks

    CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS WARNING TiLite recommends that you remove the wheel locks from your chair frame prior to engaging in any sport. If you ignore this Warning, you may seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair. WARNING The wheel stop must embed at least 3/16”...

  • Page 76: Compact Pull To Lock

    CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS Compact pull 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 10-2. 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 position.

  • Page 77: Replacing

    CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS Figure 10-3 Adjusting/Replacing Allen Screws Wheel Lock Frame Clamp Tire Wheel Stop Replacing Tools Needed: • 3/16” Allen Wrench 1. Loosen, but do not remove, the two Allen screws that secure the wheel lock clamp to the frame. See Figure 10-3. 2.

  • Page 78: Replacing

    CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS Replacing Tools Needed: • 3/16” Allen Wrench 1. Loosen the two Allen screws that secure the wheel lock clamp to the frame. See Figure 10-4. 2. Slide the wheel lock out of the clamp. 3. Slide the new Uni-Lock into the wheel lock clamp, but do not tighten the Allen screws. 4.
  • Page 79 CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS Figure 10-8 Figure 10-9 Standard Handle positions 1, 2 and 3 (Unlocked) Standard Handle positions 1, 2 and 3 (Locked) Pull to Unlock Push to Lock Figure 10-10 Figure 10-11 Reverse Handle positions 1, 2 and 3 (Locked) Reverse Handle positions 1, 2 and 3 (Unlocked) Pull to Unlock Push to Lock...

  • Page 80: Uni-Lock With Extension Handles

    CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS Reversed Handle Positions 1, 2, 3 You can achieve three additional wheel lock handle positions for your Uni-Lock by reversing the wheel lock handles from the right and left Uni-Locks. To do this, follow the procedures below. Tools Needed: •...

  • Page 81: Chapter 11: Casters And Forks

    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.

  • Page 82: Slipstream Single-Sided Fork

    - Replacing Casters” on page 11-1 to mount the casters in the alternative axle holes in the fork. The full range of adjustability will not be available with 5” or 6” casters. Additional adjustability may be achieved with different forks or casters or with fork stem extensions. Contact TiLite Customer Service for assistance. ZRA_Aero Z Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 83: Adjusting The Front Seat Height On Slipstream Single-Sided Fork

    You should be able to remove and reinstall these axles approximately four times without reapplying the coating. If you repeatedly remove and reinstall these axles, TiLite requires that you reapply Vibra- VC-3 after every fourth adjustment. If you ignore this Warning, you may fall, tip over or lose control of the TITE ®...

  • Page 84: Frog Legs

    8. Loosen, but do not remove, the Allen screw on the footrest clamp only on the side of the chair with the floating caster. If your chair is a ZRA, after loosening the screw, strike the Allen wrench with a rubber mallet upward to release the internal lock wedge in the footrest clamp.

  • Page 85: Replacing Casters

    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.

  • Page 86: Angle Adjustable Speedloader Caster Mount

    CHAPTER 11: CASTERS And FORKS 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° increments. 8.
  • Page 87 CHAPTER 11: CASTERS And FORKS 3. Using the 3/16” Allen wrench, loosen but do not remove Allen Screw 2 (center screw) enough to allow the end cap tabs to slide out of the tab slots. 4. Using a drafting triangle or similar 90° angle tool as shown in Figure 11-12, rotate the fork until the flat edge of the fork is perpendicular to the level surface.
  • Page 88 CHAPTER 11: CASTERS And FORKS Figure 11-11 ® Adjusting the Angle (Frog Legs Tab Slots Caster End Cap Caster Mount Allen Caster Screw 2 Housing Lock Caster Cap Washers Allen Fork Stem Screw 1 Barrel Fork Figure 11-12 Figure 11-13 Bearing Fork/ Slipstream Single-Sided Fork ®...

  • Page 89: Chapter 12: Rear Wheels

    CHAPTER 12: REAR WHEELS WARNING DO NOT attempt any of the procedures in this chapter if the chair is occupied. If you ignore this Warning, serious injury to the occupant will occur. Quick-Release Axle Removing Figure 12-1 Removing and Replacing the Rear Wheel 1.

  • Page 90: Handrims

    Replacement of solid tires requires specialized equipment. Therefore, if your solid tires need replacement, you must have this done by an authorized TiLite dealer or qualified technician. If you ignore this Warning, you may seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair.

  • Page 91: Rear Wheel Spacers

    CHAPTER 12: REAR WHEELS Rear Wheel Spacers Adjusting Rear Wheel Spacing Note: Zero Play camber tubes do not have axle sleeves and therefore spacers are not an option. WARNING Make sure you use the same spacers on both sides of the chair. Do not use spacers exceeding a total of 3/4”. If more than 3/4”...

  • Page 93: Chapter 13: Anti-Tips

    WARNING Only an authorized TiLite dealer or qualified technician should install the rear anti-tip receiver. 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.

  • Page 94: User-Friendly Anti-Tips

    CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS USER-FRIENDLY ANTI-TIpS Engaging To engage the User-Friendly Anti-Tip, grip the anti-tip firmly, pressing down on the release lever, lower the anti-tip until the 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...

  • Page 95: Adjusting

    Mounting WARNING Only an authorized TiLite dealer or qualified technician should install the anti-tip receiver. 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.

  • Page 96: Front Roller

    CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS 7. Adjust both lower tubes so that the wheels are within 1-1/2” to 2” off the ground. See Figure 13-5. If this is not possible, proceed to Step 8. If you can achieve the proper ground clearance, proceed to Step 9. 8.
  • Page 97 CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS WARNING The threads on the Allen screws that connect the Front Roller to the footrest tube are treated with Loctite ® ® medium strength thread lock. If you loosen either Allen screw, you MUST remove and reapply Loctite or an ®...

  • Page 99: Chapter 14: Transportation Options

    As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in a moving vehicle of any type. It is TiLite’s position that users of wheelchairs should transfer into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and should use the restraints made available by the auto industry.

  • Page 100: General Warnings

    GENERAL WARNINGS IWARNING If you cannot locate either sticker on your TiLite Aero Z or TiLite ZRA (see Figures 14-1 and 14-2), you must assume that your chair is equipped with Wheelchair Transport Brackets and is only to be used for unoccupied transport of a wheelchair in a motor vehicle.

  • Page 101: Use Oem Seating And Restraint Systems

    (such as backpacks, seat pouches, etc.) is more than 265 lbs (120 kg). Do not ride in an Aero Z (Titanium Frame) or ZRA in a motor vehicle if your weight, together with the weight of all items attached to the wheelchair (such as backpacks, seat pouches, etc.) is more than 165 lbs (75 kg).

  • Page 102: Use Proper Equipment/Use Only As Instructed

    J2249. IWARNING ALWAYS attach the WTORS to your TiLite Aero Z or ZRA wheelchair at all four (4) of the TiLite Transit Tie-Down Option securement points in accordance with the instructions provided by the manufacturers of the WTORS and SAE J2249.

  • Page 103: Avoid Using Improper Equipment/Secure Other Equipment

    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 Transit Tie- Down Option and the Transport Bracket Option for your wheelchair. In 2001, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) developed and adopted ISO 7176- 19 entitled “Wheeled Mobility Devices for Use in Motor Vehicles”...

  • Page 104: Statement Of Compliance/Specifications

    Therefore, if you order your chair differently, such as with a seating system manufactured by someone other than TiLite, you are hereby advised that the wheelchair was not tested in such different configuration and should not be considered “transit approved”...
  • Page 105 The rider of a TiLite Aero Z or ZRA wheelchair must not weigh more than the Maximum User Weight stated above. If there are items attached to the wheelchair, such as backpacks, seat pouches, etc., the weight of such attached items must be counted as part of the Maximum User Weight limit for the wheelchair.

  • Page 106: Positioning The Wheelchair In The Vehicle

    ISO 7176-19 and, as such, has been designed and tested for use ONLY as a forward-facing seat in a motor vehicle. This TiLite wheelchair was not designed to be rearward-facing or sideways-facing when used as a seat in a motor vehicle.
  • Page 107 However, any adjustment of the rear tie-down brackets must ALWAYS be performed by an authorized TiLite dealer, and, even if such an adjustment is made, you must ALWAYS use the bolts and nuts originally shipped with your wheelchair. If you substitute another bolt or nut, the tie-down brackets may not operate properly.

  • Page 108: Securing The Occupant; Positioning The Restraint Belts

    A three-point, occupant restraint system, consisting of either a wheelchair-anchored or a vehicle- anchored pelvic belt and a vehicle-anchored upper torso belt, must be properly installed and used to restrain the occupant while riding in a TiLite Aero Z (Aluminum Frame) wheelchair in a motor vehicle.
  • Page 109 IWARNING A wheelchair-anchored lower leg restraint must be properly installed and used to restrain the occupant while riding in a TiLite Aero Z (Aluminum Frame) wheelchair in a motor vehicle. IWARNING A side-view pelvic-belt angle of 30° to 75° to the horizontal (see Figure 14-7) is preferred to lower pelvic belt angles.
  • Page 110 CHAPTER 14: TRANSPoRTATioN oPTioNS 4. The upper torso belt should fit over the shoulder and across the chest. See Figure 14-8. 5. Belt restraints should not be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts, including, for example, the wheelchair armrests or wheels. See Figure 14-8 for the correct position of the belt restraints.

  • Page 111: Rating Of Accomodation Of Vehicle-Anchored Belt Restraints

    In accordance with ISO 7176-19 Annex D, the TiLite wheelchairs were evaluated by an independent, university test facility with regard to the effective use of a vehicle-anchored three-point belt restraint system. The TiLite ZRA and Aero Z received an overall score of 13 points for a rating of C. SEATING OpTIONS...
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