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  • Page 1 SERIAL NUMBER ______________________ OM_FOLDING_0907RevB...
  • Page 2 TILITE MANUFACTURES A WIDE VARIETY OF WHEELCHAIRS TO MEET THE VARIED NEEDS OF WHEELCHAIR USERS. HOWEVER, TILITE IS NOT YOUR HEALTH CARE ADVISOR, AND WE KNOW NOTHING ABOUT YOUR INDIVIDUAL CONDITION OR NEEDS. THEREFORE, THE FINAL SELECTION OF THE PARTICULAR MODEL, AND HOW IT IS ADJUSTED, AND THE TYPE OF OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY REST SOLELY WITH YOU, THE WHEELCHAIR USER, AND THE HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL THAT IS ADVISING YOU.
  • Page 3 Please take a moment to register your new TiLite with the registration card on page 10 or at http://www.tilite.com under the “CONTACT TiLITE” tab. This will allow us to better serve you should you have any questions regarding your TiLite.
  • Page 4 1. Increase your use and enjoyment of your TiLite by receiving updates from TiLite with product information, maintenance tips and industry news. 2. Enable TiLite to contact you or your health care provider if servicing is needed for your wheelchair. 3. Provide your feedback to TiLite regarding your experience and needs, thereby enabling TiLite to further improve product designs.

  • Page 5: Product Registration Form

    Quality of Service: FOLD HERE No _________________________________________ Timeliness of Delivery: No ______________________________________ Quality of Product: No _________________________________________ 5. What additional features, if any, would you like to see on this or future TiLite products? ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________...
  • Page 6 FOLD HERE FOLD HERE TiLite Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing Folding Owners Manual OM_FOLDING_0907RevB...

  • 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 I. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY J.
  • Page 8 Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the Footrest Adjusting the Depth of the Footrest 90º HANGER DEPTH AND ANGLE ADJUSTABLE FLIP-UP FOOTRESTS (2GX, AERO X AND SX) Replacing, or Adjusting the Height of, the Footrest Adjusting the Angle of the Footrest...
  • Page 9 HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE PUSH HANDLES (2GX, AERO X, SX, TX AND X) CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS TUBULAR SWING AWAY ARMREST (2GX, AERO X, SX, TX, X, AND XC) Adjusting the Height of the Tubular Swing Away Armrest (2GX, Aero X, TX and XC)
  • Page 10 SEAT CUSHIONS PADDED NYLON BACK UPHOLSTERY (AERO X, SX AND X) Replacing the Upholstery TENSION ADJUSTABLE BACK UPHOLSTERY (STRAPS) (2GX, AERO X, SX, TX, X AND XC) Adjusting the Tension Replacing the Upholstery “HOOK & LOOP” ADJUSTABLE BACKREST UPHOLSTERY (TX AND XC)
  • Page 11 CHAPTER 9: AXLES AND AMPUTEE ADAPTERS STAINLESS AND TITANIUM QUICK RELEASE AXLES (2GX, AERO X, SX, TX, X AND XC) Adjusting the Quick-Release Axle QUAD QUICK-RELEASE AXLES (SX, TX, X, XC AND AERO X) Adjusting the Quad Quick Release Handle Adjusting the “Play”...
  • Page 12 FLOATING CASTERS (2GX, AERO X, SX, X, TX AND XC) FROG LEGS® (2GX, AERO X, SX, X, TX, X AND XC) Replacing the Elastomer Shock CHAPTER 12: REAR WHEELS REAR WHEELS WITH QUICK RELEASE AXLES (ALL MODELS) Removing Replacing REAR WHEELS WITH QUAD RELEASE AXLE (ALL MODELS)

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Warnings

    For example, your previous chair may have been a heavier and less responsive chair, and, therefore, you may be used to using more force than is necessary to maneuver your TiLite chair. 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 14: E. Changing/Adjusting Your Wheelchair

    WARNING 1. Riding your TiLite wheelchair on wet, icy or other slick surfaces increases the risk of losing control of the wheelchair or tipping over. Use extra care if you must ride your chair on any such surface. If you have any doubt about your ability to negotiate a particular surface, ALWAYS ask for assistance.

  • Page 15: I. Motor Vehicle Safety

    I. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY WARNING TiLite wheelchairs are NOT designed to be used for seating in a motor vehicle, and TiLite wheelchairs do NOT meet Federal standards for motor vehicle seating. 1. NEVER sit in your chair while in any type of moving vehicle (bus, automobile, van, truck, boat, train, etc.). In an accident or sudden stop, you may be thrown from the 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: C. Climbing A Flight Of Stairs

    TiLite does NOT recommend that its wheelchairs be transported up stairways 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 4. NEVER reach or lean to the rear unless your chair has anti-tippers locked in place. 5. NEVER reach with both hands. By keeping one hand free, you may be able to catch yourself to prevent a fall if the chair starts to tip.

  • Page 22: H. Curbs/Steps

    CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS 1. ALWAYS be alert for such dangers. 2. ALWAYS scan the area ahead of you as you ride. 3. REMOVE or cover threshold strips between rooms. 4. INSTALL ramps at entry or exit doors from your residence. Make sure the transition from such ramps to the pavement or other surface is smooth and does not have an abrupt drop-off.

  • Page 23: J. Stairs

    Also, they will not prevent your chair from tipping over sideways or forward. TiLite strongly recommends you use anti-tippers with your wheelchair. This is most especially true: 1. if you are a new wheelchair rider; or 2.

  • Page 24: B. Seat Slings/Cushions

    CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS 3. even if you are an experienced rider in your TiLite chair but you have made any modifications or adjustments to the configuration of your chair, such as changing the position of the front or rear wheels, changing the seat height, changing the camber or changing the seat or back angle.

  • Page 25: D. Seating Systems

    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: G. Footrests/Hangers

    I. QUICK-RELEASE AXLES WARNING Stainless quick-release axles are a standard TiLite wheelchair component. Other axle types are optional equipment. quick- release axles are designed to make your rear wheels easy to remove quickly. However, if not used properly, they can be dangerous.

  • Page 27: J. Pneumatic Tires

    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 turning. Caster pin locks are ONLY designed to keep the front casters from rotating within the caster barrel when your chair is at a complete stop.

  • Page 28: M. Push Handles

    TiLite can manufacture your chair with a power-adaptable frame. If you have not purchased your TiLite chair with a power adaptable frame, do not install a power drive on your TiLite chair. If you install a power drive add-on system to your TiLite chair and your chair does not have a power adaptable frame, you may damage your chair and you will void your warranty.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    CHAPTER 2: SAFETY INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE & 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.
  • Page 30 CHAPTER 2: SAFETY INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING Inspection Item Initially Weekly 3 Months Camber Tube/Axle Sleeves • Make sure camber plug clamps are securely tightened • Make sure camber plugs are secure in camber plug clamps and axle sleeves are secure in camber plugs Handrims •...

  • Page 31: Cleaning

    2. Always fully inspect your chair after it has been stored for any period of time before riding in it. See the chart under “Safety Inspections” on pages 17-20 of this Manual. 3. If you store your chair for more than three (3) months, have your chair inspected by an authorized TiLite supplier. Folding Owners Manual...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    CHAPTER 2: SAFETY INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Your TiLite wheelchair is a precision engineered product. To ensure your chair continues to operate at peak performance, you will need to make minor adjustments from time to time—especially if you alter the original factory settings.

  • Page 33: Chapter 3: Footrests

    WARNING A calf strap or heel loop is offered as an option with each wheelchair to prevent your feet from slipping backwards off of the footrest. TiLite recommends that you purchase our calf strap or our heel loops with your wheelchair.

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Height Of The Footrest

    Footplate Angle Adjustable Adjusting the Angle of the Footrest Footrest Extension (2GX, Aero X, SX, X and XC) Locking Block Tools Needed: • 3/16” Allen Wrench • 5/32” Allen Wrench If your flip-up footrest is angle adjustable, you can adjust the angle as...

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Depth Of The Footrest (2Gx, Aero X, Sx And X)

    Figure 7 times without reapplying threadlock to these screws. If you repeatedly Depth Adjustable Flip-Up Footrests adjust the angle, TiLite requires that you reapply a medium strength threadlock after every second adjustment. Adjusting the Depth of the Footrest (2GX, Aero X, SX and X) Tools Needed: •...

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Angle Or Depth Of The Footrest

    Footrests” on pages 21-23. Figure 10 Available Hanger Options 90º Hanger Flip-Up Footrests; 90º Hanger Depth Adjustable Flip-Up Footrests (2GX, Aero X and SX) Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the Footrest Tools Needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrench Frame • 7/16” Open End Wrench Allen Screws •...

  • Page 37: Hanger Depth And Angle Adjustable Flip-Up Footrests (2Gx, Aero X And Sx)

    CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS 90º Hanger Depth and Angle Adjustable Flip-Up Footrests (2GX, Aero X and SX) Allen Screws Frame Replacing, or Adjusting the Height of, the Footrest Footplate Tools Needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrench Allen Screw • 7/16” Open End Wrench •...

  • Page 38: Piece, Over-Center Folding Footrest (2Gx, Aero X, Tx And X)

    1-Piece, Over-Center Folding Footrest (2GX, Aero X, TX and X) Note: The 1-Piece, Over-Center Folding Footrest is not available on 2GX or Aero X chairs with swing-away hangers. Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the Footrest You can adjust the height of, or replace, the footrest by using the tools...

  • Page 39: Replacing Or Adjusting The Height Of The Footrest

    CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS WARNING If you have leg spasticity that requires that your feet be secured to the footrest, you should not use a 1-Piece Flip-Up Footrest because the latch mechanism does not lock and prevent inadvertent disengaging. If your feet are secured to the footrest and you unintentionally lift your feet, you will disengage the latch, which could cause the footrest to come into contact with obstacles in your path.

  • Page 40: Stroller Handles

    Figure 21 chair as you will need to reinstall all of the parts in the exact same 2GX/Aero X Tubular Swing Away Armrest order in Step 5 below. Folding Owners Manual...

  • Page 41: Adjustable Height Backrest (With Or Without Integrated Push Handles Tx And Xc)

    If you repeatedly adjust the backrest height, TiLite requires that you reapply a medium strength threadlock after every second adjustment. Non-Folding Fixed Height & Angle Backrest...

  • Page 42: Stroller Handles (Sx And X)

    This may limit your options for adjusting the height of the stroller handle receiver. Height Adjustable Push Handles (2GX, Aero X, SX, TX and X) Adjusting the Height of the Push Handle Allen Screws Tools Needed: •...

  • Page 43: Chapter 5: Armrests

    To swing away the armrest, lift the armrest and rotate the armrest away Armrest from chair. See Figures 26-28. On the 2GX, TX, XC and Aero X, make sure to lift the armrest until the armrest pins are above the notch on the armrest receiver.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Armrest Height

    2GX/Aero X/TX/XC Height Adjustment of Tubular Swing Away Armrests. Removable Desk Arm and Removable Desk Arm with Transfer Loop (2GX, Aero X, SX, TX, X and XC) Armrest Pins Armrest WARNING Locknuts Make sure the locking pin activated by the height adjustment lever is...
  • Page 45 CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Armrest Release Lever Height Adjustment Lever Locking Pin Transfer Loop Desk Arm Bracket Figure 33 Removable Desk Arm with Transfer Loop Release Lever Desk Arm Bracket Mounting Bracket Figure 34 Replacing the Mounting Bracket Folding Owners Manual OM_FOLDING_0907RevB...

  • Page 46: Chapter 6: Side Guards

    CHAPTER 6: SIDE GUARDS Cloth Side Guards (2GX, Aero X, SX, TX, X and XC) Back Removing/Replacing Cloth Side Guards Upholstery Flap 1. Lift up on the seat cushion and remove it from the chair. 2. Separate the cloth side guards from the back upholstery and from the frame.

  • Page 47: Reinstalling Rigid Side Guard Assembly

    CHAPTER 6: SIDE GUARDS Reinstalling Rigid Side Guard Assembly Tools Needed: • 3/16” Allen Wrench Side Guard 1. Align the two halves of the side guard clamp around the seat tube of Clamp Hole the chair frame. See Figure 37. The half of the side guard clamp to which the side guard mount is attached has a dowel pin protruding from the clamp that must be inserted in the side guard clamp hole in the frame.

  • Page 48: Seat Cushions

    28 and 29 or “Adjustable Height Backrest (Straight or 8º Bend) (With or Without Integrated Push Handles) (2GX and Aero X) on pages 28 and 29. Then you can slide the back upholstery off the bottom end of the back Backrest canes and install the new upholstery in this manner as well.

  • Page 49: Replacing The Upholstery

    28 and 29 or “Adjustable Height Backrest (Straight or 8º Bend) (With or Without Integrated Push Handles) (2GX and Aero X) on pages 28 and 29. Then you can slide the back upholstery off the bottom end of the back canes and install the new upholstery in this manner as well.

  • Page 50: Tension Adjustable Bolt-On Seat Sling (Sx, X And Xc)

    CHAPTER 7: BACK UPHOLSTERY, SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS 6. Install new backrest straps. 7. Slide new backrest ears onto back canes. 8. Secure the backrest ears with the screws removed in Step 3. 9. Install the new backrest upholstery over the backrest ears. 10.

  • Page 51: Tension Adjustable Slide-In Seat Sling (2Gx, Aero X And Tx)

    10. Replace the seat cushion. Allen Tension Adjustable Slide-in Seat Sling Screws (2GX, Aero X and TX) Bolt-On Seat Sling WARNING Adjustment Flap Do not make the seat sling upholstery tension so loose that it does not properly support your weight.

  • Page 52: Tilite Seat Cushion (2Gx, Aero X, Sx, Tx, X And Xc)

    4. Close the seat cushion cover and replace on the chair. For seat cushions or seat backs manufactured by manufacturers other than TiLite (e.g. Corbac, ROHO, Supracor or Varilite), consult the owners manual provided by the applicable manufacturer. Folding Owners Manual...

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Center Of Gravity (Sx And X)

    CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) All TiLite folding wheelchairs are equipped with standard camber plugs. By adjusting the position of the camber plugs, you can adjust the center of gravity of your chair. In some cases, you also can adjust the rear seat height.

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Rear Seat Height (Sx And X)

    CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) Adjusting the Rear Seat Height (SX and X) Note: Depending on the configuration that was specified when your chair was ordered, your SX or X chair will have one of two axle plates. See Figure 44.

  • Page 55: Adjusting The Center Of Gravity (Tx)

    CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) WARNING Do not extend the camber plug more than 1” out of the camber plug Camber Clamp clamp. If more than 1” of the camber plug is outside of the camber mount clamp, the camber plug could disengage from the camber mount clamp CG Brackets while you are using the chair.

  • Page 56: Adjusting The Rear Seat Height (Tx)

    Clamp others or damage the wheelchair. Figure 53 Tools Needed: 2GX/Aero X Adjusting the Center of Gravity • 3/16” Allen Wrench • Ruler • Level Camber Mount Clamp 1.

  • Page 57: Adjusting The Center Of Gravity (2Gx And Aero X)

    Figure 56 1. Partially fold the chair and remove the rear wheels. 2GX/Aero X Adjusting Rear Wheel Spacing 2. Loosen the six Allen Screws (three on each side of the chair) that secure the clamps at either end of the vertical axle plates to the frame.
  • Page 58 CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) Tools Needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrench • 9/16” Torque Wrench 1. Remove the rear wheels. 2. Remove the two hex bolts (two on each side of the chair) that secure Camber Plug the camber mount clamp to the vertical axle plate.

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Center Of Gravity (Xc)

    CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) Adjusting the Rear Wheel Spacing/Replacing the Camber Plugs (2GX and Aero X) Tools Needed: • 3/16” Allen Wrench • Ruler WARNING Do not extend the camber plug more than 1” out of the camber mount clamp.

  • Page 60: Adjusting The Rear Wheel Spacing/Replacing The Camber Plugs (Xc)

    CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) Adjusting the Rear Wheel Spacing/Replacing the Camber Plugs (XC) WARNING Do not extend the camber plug more than 1” out of the camber mount clamp. If more than 1” of the camber plug is outside of the camber mount clamp, the camber plug could disengage from the camber mount clamp while you are using the chair.

  • Page 61: Rear Seat Height

    Locknut adjustment is needed, and you may skip to step 14. If not, proceed to step 11 if your chair is a 2GX or an Aero X or Step 12 if your chair is Flats an SX, TX, X or XC.

  • Page 62: Chapter 9: Axles And Amputee Adapters

    TiLite recommends that any adjustments be Quick Release Handle (Unlocked Position) made by an authorized TiLite dealer. If you ignore this Warning, you may fall, tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself Figure 65 or others or damage the wheelchair.

  • Page 63: Quad Quick-Release Axles (Sx, Tx, X, Xc And Aero X)

    TiLite recommends that any adjustments be made by an authorized TiLite dealer. 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 64: Amputee Adapters (Sx, X And Aero X)

    By positioning the camber plugs behind the rear of the chair, the center of gravity is shifted rearward and the stability of the chair is increased. Figures 66 and 67 show the configuration of the 2GX, Aero X, SX and X wheelchairs when amputee adapters are used.

  • Page 65: Chapter 10: Wheel Locks

    CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS WARNING TiLite recommends that you remove the wheel locks (whether Standard Push to Lock, Uni-Lock or Scissor Lock) from your chair frame prior to engaging in any contact sport. If you ignore this Warning, you may seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair.

  • Page 66: Uni-Lock (2Gx, Aero X, Sx, X, Tx And Xc)

    CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS Uni-Lock (2GX, Aero X, SX, X, TX and XC) Adjusting the Uni-Lock Wheel Lock Tools Needed: Pull to Lock • 3/16” Allen Wrench Position 1. Loosen the two Allen Screws in the wheel lock clamp. See Figure 69.

  • Page 67: Uni-Lock With Extension Handles (2Gx, Aero X, Sx, Tx, X And Xc)

    CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS Standard Handle Positions 1, 2, 3 Your Uni-Lock is shipped by TiLite with the handle in standard position 3. If you desire to switch to standard positions 1 or 2, follow the procedures below. Tools Needed: •...

  • Page 68: Replacing The Composite Scissor Lock

    Note: Once removed, the spring cannot be readily re-installed without a special spring installation tool. If you require the spring installation tool, contact TiLite Customer Service at 1-800-545-2266. To remove the spring: Figure 80 1.
  • Page 69 CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS 6. Reattach the locking mechanism (handle and blade) portion of the scissor lock to the base by inserting the hex bolt through the black plastic washer (instead of the metal washer and spring), the base, and the two washers and nut removed in Step 2. 7.

  • Page 70: Chapter 11: Casters, Forks And Caster Pin Locks

    Replacing Front Fork Assemblies Tools Needed: • 5/64” Allen Wrench Note: TiLite fork stems are installed in TiLite forks using Loctite™. Accordingly, if it becomes necessary to replace your forks or fork stems, TiLite requires that you order the complete front fork assembly.

  • Page 71: Front Casters And Forks (Tx)

    You should be able to remove and reinstall these screws two or three times without reapplying thread lock to these screws. If you repeatedly remove and reinstall these screws, TiLite requires that you reapply a medium-strength thread lock after every second adjustment.

  • Page 72: Front Casters And Forks (2Gx And Aero X)

    Phillips Screw screws two or three times without reapplying threadlock to these screws. If you repeatedly remove and reinstall these screws, TiLite requires that you reapply a medium-strength threadlock after every second adjustment. Caster 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 73: Caster Pin Locks (Sx, X)

    CHAPTER 11: CASTERS, FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS “Replacing Front Casters” on pages 59 (depending on your TiLite model) to mount the front casters in the alternative axle holes in the fork. The full range of adjustability will not be available with 5”, 6” or 8” front casters.

  • Page 74: Adjustable Angle Caster Barrel (Sx And X)

    Note: If your chair is equipped with Frog Legs®, you must square the Figure 95 receiver to the level surface because the flat edge of the Frog Legs® fork 2GX/Aero X Squaring Up the Adjustable (see Figure 100 on page 64) is not parallel to the receiver Angle Fork...

  • Page 75: Adjustable Caster Position (2Gx And Aero X)

    However, this flexibility requires that your chair be set-up properly. By following these instructions you will be able to properly set up your TiLite folding wheelchair so it will perform to its greatest potential. 1. Place the wheelchair on a smooth, level surface.

  • Page 76: Replacing The Elastomer Shock

    If the caster still floats, or if the other caster starts to float, repeat steps 2 through 6 until the caster no longer floats. Frog Legs® (2GX, Aero X, SX, X, TX, X and XC) Tools Needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrench Replacing the Elastomer Shock 1.

  • Page 77: Chapter 12: Rear Wheels

    CHAPTER 12: REAR WHEELS Rear Wheels with Quick Release Axles (All Models) WARNING Do not attempt these procedures when the chair is occupied. Serious injury to the occupant will occur. Removing 1. Hold wheel securely at the hub through the spokes. See Figure 101. 2.

  • Page 78: Handrims (All Models)

    Figure 104 Presta Valve WARNING Replacement of the handrim must be performed by an authorized TiLite dealer or qualified technician. 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 79: Rear Wheel Spacers (All Models)

    CHAPTER 12: REAR WHEELS Rear Wheel Spacers (All Models) Adjusting Rear Wheel Spacing Tools required: • 7/8” open-ended wrench • 3/4” open-ended wrench • Torque Wrench WARNING Do not use spacers exceeding a total of 3/4”. If more than 3/4” of the axle sleeve is outside of the camber plug, the axle sleeve could disengage from the camber plug while you are using the chair.

  • Page 80: Rear Anti-Tips (All Models)

    (SX and X) WARNING Mounting the rear anti-tip receptacle must be performed by an authorized TiLite dealer or qualified technician. If you ignore this Warning, you may Lock Nuts fall, tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair.

  • Page 81: Mounting The Rear Anti-Tip Receptacle (2Gx And Aero X)

    Allen Screws WARNING Mounting the rear anti-tip receptacle must be performed by an authorized TiLite dealer or qualified technician. If you ignore this Warning, you may fall, tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself Figure 110 2GX/Aero X Mounting Rear Anti-Tip or others or damage the wheelchair.
  • Page 82 (RA) number from TiLite, and TiLite issues RA numbers authorizations only to authorized TiLite Dealers and Distributors. If you do not receive satisfactory service, please write to TiLite Customer Service at 1426 E. Third Avenue, Kennewick, WA 99337-9680 or email customerservice@tilite.com. Do not return products to our factory without our prior consent.
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