Tilting The Seat Assembly; Tilting The Seat Assembly Back - Invacare TDX 4 Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 8—SEAT

Tilting the Seat Assembly

Make sure power to the wheelchair is OFF before performing this procedure.
NEVER leave the seat assembly in the UP/OPEN position unless necessary to
perform a procedure on the wheelchair - otherwise injury or damage may result.
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching
hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.3 on page 97.
NOTE: This procedure is for TDX wheelchairs with the Formula PTO Plus Seating Systems
ONLY.
NOTE: Removing the seat is not necessary to access the battery compartment on wheelchairs
equipped with a Formula PTO Plus seating system. The seat assembly with the Formula PTO Plus
seating system tilts back and props into place to provide access to the batteries and the underside
of the seat.

Tilting the Seat Assembly Back

Place the wheelchair in a well ventilated area where work can be performed with-
out risking damage to carpeting or floor covering.
1. Tilt seat back 20° to 25°. Refer to Operating Powered Seating Systems on page 56.
2. Verify the joystick ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position and disconnect joystick cable.
3. Engage the motor release levers. Refer to Disengaging/Engaging Motor Lock Levers
on page 124.
4. Remove front rigging. Refer to Installing/Removing Footrests on page 67.
5. Note the mounting position of the two screws securing the Formula PTO Plus frame
to the seat brackets.
6. Remove the two screws and washers securing the Formula PTO Plus frame to the seat
brackets.
7. Firmly grasp the front edge of the seat assembly and slowly tilt the seat assembly back
into the UP/OPEN position.
8. Remove prop rod from the clip located on the Formula PTO Plus frame and engage
the prop rod end into the seat bracket.
9. Gently allow weight of seat assembly to be supported by the prop rod.
NOTE: Only leave the seat assembly in the UP/OPEN position while performing any necessary
procedures. Always lower the seat assembly to the DOWN/CLOSED position when not servicing
the wheelchair. Ensure the seat is locked in place before using.
TDX™ Wheelchairs
WARNING
CAUTION
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