Adjusting Wheelbase Length (Center Of Gravity) - Invacare top end terminator series User Manual

4.14 Adjusting Wheelbase Length (Center of
Gravity)
WARNING!
– ALWAYS perform this procedure in the presence of
an assistant. The position of the footrest, camber
tube, back angle, the tautness of the back upholstery
as well as the user's condition are directly related to
the wheelchairs stability. Any change to one or any
combination of the five may cause the wheelchair to
decrease in stability. Use EXTREME caution when
using a new seating position. The anti-tippers are
required.
– The camber bar is always mounted to the BOTTOM
of the wheelchair frame.
1. Perform one of the following:
•
Non-Suspension - Loosen, but do not remove the hex
screw A that secures each of the top clamps B to the
wheelchair frame C.
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•
Suspension - Loosen, but do not remove the two hex
screws A that secure each of the top clamps B to the
wheelchair frame C.
2. Position the camber clamps on the wheelchair frame at the
desired position.
• Lengthening the Wheelbase D- Will increase the stability
and maintain standard maneuverability of the wheelchair.
• Shortening the Wheelbase E- Will decrease the stability,
increase the maneuverability and distribute additional weight
onto the rear wheels.
– Wheelchair performance will be affected if the
camber clamps do not sit flush on the wheelchair
frame C.
3. Perform one of the following:
•
Non-Suspension - Securely tighten the hex screw A that
secures one of the top clamps B to the wheelchair frame C.
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