Accessories; Anti-Tippers - Invacare XLT Max User Manual

5.15 ACCESSORIES

5.15.1 Anti-tippers

The anti-tip device is foldable and adjustable in both
height and depth. Please pay special attention to the
placement of the anti-tip device when in use. A sticker
will warn you if the anti-tip device is not activated.
When the extended rear wheel attachment is used
an extended anti-tip device is recommended.
A
Tools: 4 mm Allen Key
1. Mounting
Remove the back screws (A) and nuts on the rear
wheel attachment.
Insert the Anti-tip device in the holes in the rear part
of the chassis. Fit the anti-tip device on the screws
and tighten.
D
2. Adjusting height
To adjust the height press the two knobs (B) on each
side of the housing and pull the tube (C) to desired set
of holes.
The knobs will lock the tube into position.
Do not use knobs (B) to fold or unfold
the anti-tip device.
3. Adjusting depth
To adjust the depth press knob (D) and pull the wheel
tube out to desired depth. The knob will lock the
tube into position.
The distance between the anti-tip
wheel and the ground, and the distance
between the anti-tip wheel and rear
wheel, should be approx. 5 cm
XLT
Invacare ®
E
4. Folding
To swing the anti-tip device under the wheel-
chair, press the cap (E) downwards and then
sideways.
NOTE! A red warning sticker can now be seen.
To activate the anti-tip device, just swing it back
in place and it will lock into position automatically.
B
NOTE! When the anti-tip device is correctly activa-
ted the warning sticker will be hidden.
C
Use your foot when folding the
anti-tip device. If you do it by hand,
there is an increased risk that you
will trap your fingers between the
anti-tip housing and the tube.
Never forget to fold down the
anti-tip devices or the wheelchair
may tip over.
Make sure the anti-tip device is
securely locked before use.
Use extended anti-tip devices
when an extended rear weel
attachment is used.
For safety reasons we
recommend the use of
two anti-tip devices
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