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- Page 1 OWNERS MANUAL Series 1, 2 and 3 Series 2 SERIAL NUMBER ______________________ OM_TR_0712RevC...
- Page 2 I WARNING - READ THIS MANUAL DO NOT OPERATE THIS WHEELCHAIR WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS OWNER’S MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT YOUR TiLITE DEALER OR TiLITE CUSTOMER SUPPORT AT (800) 545-2266 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS WHEELCHAIR.
- 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: ...
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Page 5: Product Registration Form
PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM Register online at tilite.com or complete and mail this form. Name: Address: City: State/Province: Zip/Postal Code: Country: FOLD HERE Email: Phone: Model: Serial #: Purchased From: Date of Purchase: Method of purchase: chec all that apply Medicare nsuranc e Medicaid ther... - Page 6 FOLD HERE FOLD HERE TiLite Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing TR/YR Owners Manual OM_TR_0712RevC...
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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 M. PUSH HANDLES 1-16 N. FASTENERS 1-16 O. POWER DRIVE 1-16 P. UNAUTHORIZED PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 1-17 CHAPTER 2: SAFETY INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING INTRODUCTION SAFETY INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING Cleaning the Frame Cleaning the Upholstery Axles and Moving Parts STORAGE TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS...
- Page 9 ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT PUSH HANDLES 4-11 Mounting 4-11 Removing 4-12 CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS SWING AWAY ARMREST (TR and YR Series 2 prior to October 2010) Adjusting the Height of the Swing Away Armrest Adjusting the Height of the Receiver SWING AWAY ARMREST (TR and YR Series 2 after October 2010) Adjusting the Height of the Swing Away Armrest Adjusting the Height of the Receiver SWING AWAY ARMREST (TR Series 3)
- Page 10 TENSION ADJUSTABLE BY STRAPS BACK UPHOLSTERY Adjusting the Tension Replacing CORBAC ADJUSTABLE CONTOUR BACK SUPPORT ® 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...
- Page 11 COMPACT SCISSOR LOCK 10-2 Adjusting 10-2 Replacing 10-3 UNI-LOCK 10-3 Adjusting 10-3 Replacing 10-4 Changing the Uni-Lock from the Push to the Pull Position 10-4 Repositioning the Handle of the Uni-Lock Wheel Lock 10-4 UNI-LOCK WITH EXTENSION HANDLES 10-6 ALUMINUM SCISSOR LOCK 10-6 Adjusting 10-6...
- Page 12 Disengaging 13-7 Adjusting 13-8 Removing 13-8 Mounting 13-8 STANDARD TITANIUM 5TH WHEEL with SINGLE SWIVEL CASTER 13-10 Adjusting 13-10 QUICK-RELEASE TITANIUM 5TH WHEEL with SINGLE SWIVEL CASTER 13-10 Adjusting 13-10 5TH WHEEL SWIVEL CASTER 13-11 Adjusting the Height 13-11 FRONT ROLLER 13-11 Removing 13-11...
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Page 13: Chapter 1: Warnings
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS GENERAL WARNINGS A. SAFETY INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE I WARNING It is important to keep your wheelchair in proper working condition. Chapter 2 of this Manual outlines the safety inspections that you should make before each use of your chair, as well as weekly and quarterly inspections. 1. -
Page 14: Changing/Adjusting Your Wheelchair
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS 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. E. CHANGING/ADJUSTING YOUR WHEELCHAIR I WARNING 1. Use extreme caution when changing or adjusting the configuration of your TiLite wheelchair. When you change or adjust the configuration, you may increase the risk of a tip-over. -
Page 15: Motor Vehicle Safety
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS I. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY I 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: Standing On Your Chair
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS 6. If you are going to tilt the chair backward, ALWAYS remind the user to lean back. 7. If you are going to descend a curb or single step, ALWAYS lower the chair slowly in one easy movement. NEVER let the chair drop the last few inches to the ground. -
Page 17: Climbing A Curb Or Single Step
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS B. CLIMBING A CURB OR SINGLE STEP I WARNING 1. NEVER attempt to negotiate a curb or single step without assistance. 2. Instruct your assistant to stand at the rear of your wheelchair, with the front of the wheelchair facing the obstacle. NEVER attempt to negotiate any such obstacle backward. -
Page 18: Descending A Flight Of Stairs
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS E. DESCENDING A FLIGHT OF STAIRS I WARNING DO NOT descend 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 descend a flight of stairs. -
Page 19: Transferring In And Out Of Your Wheelchair
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS 4. The height of your seat. As you raise the height of your seat, you raise your center of gravity and increase the likelihood of all types of tip-overs. 5. The angle of your seat. As you increase the angle of your seat (relative to the floor), your position in the chair is shifted toward the rear of the chair, increasing the likelihood your chair will tip over backward. -
Page 20: Dressing/Undressing In Your Chair
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS 5. ALWAYS lock the rear wheels using wheel locks before you transfer. This keeps the rear wheels from rolling. If your wheelchair is equipped with caster pin locks, ALWAYS lock them before you transfer. Caster pin locks keep the front casters from rotating (but not from rolling). -
Page 21: Moving Backward
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS 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. 6. NEVER reach or lean over the top of the seat back. If you do so you may damage the seat back tubes, which could cause you to fall. -
Page 22: Curbs/Steps
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS 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. 5. ALWAYS make sure the floors where you live and work are level. 6. -
Page 23: Stairs
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS 9. ALWAYS lean or press your body in the UPHILL direction. This will help shift your weight to counteract the change in the center of balance caused by the hill, slope or ramp. 10. ALWAYS ask for assistance if you have any concerns at all about your ability to maintain safe control of your chair on a hill, slope or ramp. -
Page 24: B. Seat Slings/Cushions
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS your chair can make it easier to tip over and you should use anti-tips until you have adapted to the modified configuration; or d. even if you are an experienced rider in your TiLite chair but your physical condition has changed. In order to properly use your anti-tips, please follow the following rules: 1. -
Page 25: D. Seating Systems
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS D. SEATING SYSTEMS I WARNING TiLite does not sell any seating systems specifically designed for use with TiLite wheelchairs, nor does TiLite recommend any particular seating system. If your doctor or therapist recommends that you use a seating system with your TiLite chair, always consult with an authorized TiLite dealer to determine if the recommended seating system is compatible with your TiLite chair. -
Page 26: G. Footrests/Hangers
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS time unexpectedly. ALWAYS lift your chair by grasping the non-detachable parts of the main frame (not including the swing-away hangers or backrests). 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 27: J. Pneumatic Tires
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS a good idea to pull on the wheel to double-check that the axle is securely locked as a final precaution. 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 28: M. Push Handles
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS 2. When you transfer to or from your chair, ALWAYS set both rear wheel locks and both caster pin locks to prevent the rear wheels from rolling and front casters from rotating. 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 29: P. Unauthorized Parts And Accessories
CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS P. UNAUTHORIZED PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NEVER use parts, accessories or adapters other than those authorized by TiLite. If you have any doubt about the compatibility of a particular part, accessory or adapter, consult with an authorized TiLite dealer or contact TiLite Customer Service. -
Page 31: 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 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 •...
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Page 33: Cleaning
CHAPTER 2: SAFETY INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING Cleaning Clean your chair regularly. Cleaning often will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your chair. Cleaning the Frame 1. If your titanium frame came with a “Satin” finish, use a soft cloth to clean the finish. If necessary, moisten the cloth with glass cleaner. -
Page 34: 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 35: Chapter 3: Footrests
CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS I WARNING Check all clamps, screws, nuts and bolts that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame to make sure they are securely tightened before using the wheelchair. If you ignore this Warning, the footrests could move unexpectedly while you are using the chair, causing you to fall, tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair. -
Page 36: Titanium Footrest With Flat Abs Cover
CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS Titanium Footrest with Flat ABS Cover Adjusting the Height/Replacing (TR and YR Series 2) Tools Needed: • 1/8” Allen Wrench • Ruler 1. Loosen, but do not remove, the two Allen screws that engage the T-Nuts to the clamps that secure the footrest to the frame. -
Page 37: Titanium Open Loop Footrest
CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS Figure 3-4 Figure 3-3 Footrest Height Adjustment Footrest Height Adjustment Frame Footrest I WARNING The threads on the Allen screws that secure the T-Nuts within the footrest clamp assembly are treated with Vibra- TITE VC-3, a locking and sealing coating. You should be able to adjust the height of the footrest approximately four ®... -
Page 38: Adjusting The Height/Replacing (Tr And Yr Series 2)
CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS Figure 3-6 Adjusting the Angle Allen Screws Washers Footplate Clamp Locknuts Adjusting the Height/Replacing (TR and YR Series 2) See “Titanium Footrest with Flat ABS Cover - Adjusting the Height/Replacing (TR and YR Series 2)” on page 3-2. Adjusting the Height/Replacing (TR Series 3) Tools needed:... -
Page 39: Angle Adjustable High Mount Footrest
CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS Angle Adjustable High Mount Footrest Adjusting the Angle Tools needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrench (no extension tubes) • 3/16” Allen Wrench (extension tubes only) 1. Loosen, but do not remove, the Allen screws. See Figure 3-8. If your footrest has extension tubes (see Figure 3-9), you will have 3/16”... -
Page 40: Adjusting The Angle
CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS Adjusting the Angle Figure 3-12 Tools needed: Adjusting the Angle • 3/16” Allen Wrench Footplate 1. Loosen, but do not remove, the two Allen screws that secure the stop clamps to the footrest extension tube. See Figure 3-12. 2. -
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 and Angle Backrest without Integrated Push Handles is standard on the TR and YR. The Titanium Adjustable Height and Angle Backrest is available as an option. Integrated Push Handles are available as an option with either the titanium or aluminum backrest. -
Page 42: Adjusting If There Is "Play" In The Backrest Or Backrest Bracket (Tr And Yr Series 2)
CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS AND PUSH HANDLES If the backrest will not lock in the unfolded (upright) position, follow these procedures: 1. Fold the backrest down over the seat. 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the latch screw. See Figure 4-3. 3. -
Page 43: Adjusting The Backrest Mount (Tr Series 3)
CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS AND PUSH HANDLES Adjusting the Backrest Mount (TR Series 3) Tools Needed: • Two 7/16” Open End Wrenches If your backrest is difficult to fold and unfold or is too loose, follow these procedures: 1. Using an Open End wrench, hold the pivot bolt in place and slightly loosen or tighten the nylock nut with the second Open End wrench. -
Page 44: Changing The Backrest Angle (Tr Series 3)
CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS AND PUSH HANDLES Figure 4-6 Adjusting the Backrest Angle Backrest Allen Screws Link Link Screw Backrest Bracket Changing the Backrest Angle (TR Series 3) Tools Needed: • Two 1/2” Open End Wrenches • 1/8” Allen Wrench 1. On each side of the chair, using the Allen wrench, remove the Button Head Cap screw and lock washer. See Figure 4-7. -
Page 45: Adjusting The Backrest Height (Tr And Yr Series 2)
CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS AND PUSH HANDLES Adjusting the Backrest Height (TR and YR Series 2) Tools Needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrench Note: In order to adjust the backrest height, it is helpful to remove the backrest upholstery. Therefore, make a note of the tautness of the backrest upholstery before removing it so you can reinstall it to approximately the same degree of tautness. - Page 46 CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS AND PUSH HANDLES Align the backrest posts inside the backrest so that the desired hole in the backrest post aligns with the second lowest hole in the backrest. See Figure 4-10. g. Secure the backrest posts inside the backrest and the backrest to the bracket using the Allen screws and locknuts.
- Page 47 CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS AND PUSH HANDLES 4. If your backrest is set to 9” or 9-½” and if you are setting the backrest at 8-½”: a. Remove the backrest from the backrest brackets. See “Replacing the Backrest (TR and YR Series 2)”...
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Page 48: Adjusting The Backrest Height (Tr Series 3)
CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS AND PUSH HANDLES 7. Reinstall the backrest upholstery and adjust the upholstery to the desired tautness. See “Velcro -Style Adjustable ® Back Upholstery” or “Tension Adjustable by Straps Back Upholstery” on pages 7-1 to 7-3. Note: If your backrest is set to 10” to 12-½” and you need to adjust the backrest height, the following procedures apply: 1. -
Page 49: Replacing The Backrest (Tr And Yr Series 2)
CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS AND PUSH HANDLES I WARNING The threads on the Allen screws that secure the backrest posts to the backrest have been treated with Vibra-TITE ® 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. -
Page 50: Replacing The Backrest (Tr Series 3)
CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS AND PUSH HANDLES Figure 4-14 Replacing the Backrest Replacing the Backrest (TR Series 3) Tools Needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrench 1. Remove the backrest upholstery. See “Velcro -Style ® Adjustable Back Upholstery” or “Tension Adjustable by Straps Back Upholstery” on pages 7-1 to 7-3. 2. -
Page 51: Removing
CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS AND PUSH HANDLES handles, could detach from the wheelchair causing you to fall, tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair. Figure 4-15 Figure 4-16 Location for Bolt-On Push Handles Bolt-On Push Handles Push Handle “Top View”... -
Page 52: Removing
CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS AND PUSH HANDLES Figure 4-17 Figure 4-18 Adjustable Height Push Handles Adjustable Height Push Handles Push Handle “Top View” Allen Screws Adjustable Handle Clamp Removing Tools Needed: • 3/16” Allen Wrench 1. Remove the four Allen screws. See Figure 4-18. 2. -
Page 53: Chapter 5: Armrests
CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Swing Away Armrest (TR and YR Series 2 prior to October 2010) To swing away the armrest, lift the armrest and rotate the armrest away from the chair. See Figure 5-1. Make sure to lift the armrest until the armrest pins are above the notch on the receiver. See Figure 5-1. To replace the armrest, rotate the armrest back towards the chair and gently push it down into place. -
Page 54: Adjusting The Height Of The Receiver
CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Adjusting the Height of the Receiver Tools Needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrench • 7/16” Open End Wrench The armrest receiver can be inverted to achieve a higher or lower height range for the Swing Away Armrest. See Figure 5-3. -
Page 55: Adjusting The Height Of The Swing Away Armrest
CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Figure 5-4 Operating the Swing Away Armrest Armrest Armrest Saddle Notch Receiver Adjusting the Height of the Swing Away Armrest Figure 5-5 Swing Away Armrest Adjustments Tools Needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrenches Washer Armrest 1. Remove the armrest from the receiver. 2. -
Page 56: Swing Away Armrest (Tr Series 3)
CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Figure 5-6 Armrest Height Ranges 9”-12” 11”-14” Swing Away Armrest (TR Series 3) To swing away the armrest, lift the armrest and rotate the armrest away from chair. See Figure 5-7. 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 57: Adjusting The Angle
CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Figure 5-8 Adjusting the Angle Adjusting the Angle Tools Needed: • 7/16” Open End Wrench • 5/32” Allen Wrench 1. Remove the armrest from the receiver. 2. On one side of the chair, loosen, but do not remove, the nylock nuts while holding the locking block in position with your finger. -
Page 58: Desk Arm With Rigid Side Guard And Desk Arm With Rigid Side Guard And Transfer Loop
CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Desk Arm with Rigid Side Guard and Desk Arm with Rigid Side Guard and Transfer Loop I WARNING If you own a TR or YR Series 2 chair, make sure the locking pin activated by the height adjustment lever is securely engaged in the desk arm housing (see Figure 5-10), before applying weight to the armrest. -
Page 59: Swing Away Flip-Back Armrest (Tr Series 3)
CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Figure 5-11 Removable Desk Arm (Series 3) Removable Desk Arm (Series 3) Armrest Armrest Release Release Lever Lever Height Height Adjustment Adjustment Lever Lever Desk Arm Desk Arm Housing Housing Figure 5-12 Mounting Desk Arm (Series 2) Mounting Desk Arm (Series 3) Release Release... -
Page 60: Adjusting The Armrest Height
CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Figure 5-13 Swing Away Flip-Back 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 5-14. 3. Reassemble the armrest stop in the desired location on the armrest upright (in 1/2” increments). 4. -
Page 61: Adjusting The Armrest Angle
CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS Adjusting the Armrest Angle Tools Needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrench 1. To adjust the angle at which the armrest sits when in the down position, loosen, but do not remove, the Allen screw that secures the stop clamp. See Figure 5-15. 2. -
Page 63: 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 uprights and under the back upholstery flap. -
Page 64: Adjusting (Tr And Yr Series 2)
CHAPTER 6: SIDE GUARDS Adjusting (TR and YR Series 2) 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 65: Adjusting (Tr Series 3)
CHAPTER 6: SIDE GUARDS Adjusting (TR Series 3) Note: Do not allow any portion of the clamp to extend passed either end of the frame rail located under the seat tube. 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. -
Page 66: Using Fold-Down Side Guards
CHAPTER 6: SIDE GUARDS Fold-Down Rigid Side Guards (Aluminum and Carbon Fiber) (TR and YR Series 2) 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. -
Page 67: Removing
CHAPTER 6: SIDE GUARDS Figure 6-6 Fold-Down Side Guards Allen Screws Clamp Washers Removing Tools Needed: • 3/16” Allen Wrench 1. Remove the two Allen screws that secure the two halves of the side guard clamp. See Figure 6-6. 2. Remove the Fold-Down Side Guard clamp assembly. Reinstalling Tools Needed: •... -
Page 68: Mounting
CHAPTER 6: SIDE GUARDS ADJUSTABLE FENDERED SIDE GUARD (Aluminum) (TR Series 3) Mounting Tools Needed: • 5/64” Allen Wrench • 5/32” Allen Wrench • 3/16” Allen Wrench Note: You may need to adjust the Tension Adjustable Seat Sling to gain access to the seat tube placement you desire. -
Page 69: Adjusting
CHAPTER 6: SIDE GUARDS Adjusting Tools Needed: • 5/64” Allen Wrench • 5/32” Allen Wrench 1. Using the 5/32” Allen wrench, loosen but do not remove Allen screw #1. See Figure 6-8. 2. Loosen, but do not remove Allen screw #2 using the 5/32” Allen wrench. 3. -
Page 71: 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 72: Tension Adjustable By Straps Back Upholstery
CHAPTER 7: BACK UPHOLSTERY, SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS Figure 7-2 Figure 7-3 Replacing Back Upholstery Adjusting Back Upholstery with Push Handles Backrest Post (with optional Back Flap push handle) Backrest Ears Padded Bolt Backrest Back Back Flap Bottom Flap Bolt Backrest Ears Straps... -
Page 73: 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 74: Replacing The Upholstery
CHAPTER 7: BACK UPHOLSTERY, SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS 5. Repeat Step 4 for each succeeding tension adjustable strap until you have achieved the desired tension in each strap. 6. Place the chair onto all four wheels. 7. Reattach the back upholstery to the seat upholstery and replace the seat cushion and anti-tips (if applicable). Figure 7-6 Adjusting/Replacing Tension Adjustable Seat Sling D-Rings... -
Page 75: Replacing The Upholstery
CHAPTER 7: BACK UPHOLSTERY, SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS Figure 7-7 Adjusting/Replacing Bolt-On Seat Sling Bolt-On Seat Sling Adjustment Flap Allen Screws Replacing the Upholstery Tools required: • 1/8” Allen Wrench 1. Remove the seat cushion. 2. Detach the back upholstery from the seat upholstery (see “Velcro -Style Adjustable Back Upholstery”... -
Page 76: Installation
CHAPTER 7: BACK UPHOLSTERY, SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS I WARNING The Velcro -Style Seat Belt must be worn tightly fitted across the lower pelvis or thighs at all times. A loose belt can ® allow the user to slip down and create a risk of strangulation. Have your seating specialist demonstrate its proper adjustment and use. -
Page 77: Adjustment
CHAPTER 7: BACK UPHOLSTERY, SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS Figure 7-10 Figure 7-11 TR Series 3 Velcro -Style Seat Belt with D-Ring TR Series 3 Proper Belt Position for Belt with D-Ring ® Adjustment When the belt is properly adjusted and tightened, it should fit snug so that the user’s pelvis is secure. See Figures 7-9 and 7-11. -
Page 79: Standard Camber Mounts
CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) All TiLite TR and YR wheelchairs are equipped with a camber tube (unless you have selected the optional Adjustable Camber System). By adjusting the position of the camber tube, you can adjust the center of gravity of your chair. This Chapter explains the various adjustments that are possible. -
Page 80: Replacing The Camber Tube (Tr And Yr Series 2)
CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) Figure 8-1 Figure 8-2 Adjusting the Center of Gravity Adjusting the Center of Gravity Camber Clamp Camber Tube Mount Allen Screws Replacing the Camber Tube (TR and YR Series 2) Tools Needed: •... -
Page 81: Adjusting The Center Of Gravity (Tr Series 3)
CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) Adjusting the Center of Gravity (TR Series 3) Tools Needed: • 3/16” Allen Wrench • Ruler 1. Remove the rear wheels. 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the four Allen screws (two on each side of the chair) that secure the camber mounts and camber mount tops to the frame. -
Page 82: Frog Legs ® Suspension
CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) 6. Make sure that the camber plug flats are perpendicular to the ground and that the camber is oriented properly. 7. Securely tighten both Allen screws. 8. Reinstall the bumper assembly. 9. -
Page 83: Replacing The Camber Tube
CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) I WARNING The threads on the Hex bolts that secure the Frog Legs Suspension to the frame are treated with Loctite ® ® ® a medium strength thread lock. If you loosen any Hex bolt, you MUST remove and reapply Loctite or an ®... -
Page 84: Adjustable Camber System
CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) 4. Measure from the floor to the center of the axle (“Measurement A”). Be sure the tape measure/ruler is perpendicular to the floor. 5. Block the wheels with a heavy object so the chair can not roll forward or backward (do not use the wheel locks as this may affect the toe-in/toe-out adjustment). -
Page 85: Changing The Camber
CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) Figure 8-12 Adjusting the Toe-In/Toe-Out Unlocked Allen Position Screw Locked Position Changing the Camber Tools Needed: • 5/32” Allen Wrench 1. Remove the rear wheels and turn your chair upside down. 2. -
Page 86: Adjusting Toe-In/Toe-Out
CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) Figure 8-13 Adjustable Camber System Retaining Plates Adjustable Camber Mounting Plate Allen Skewers Screws Front View Rear View Figure 8-14 Camber Setting Axle Sleeve Camber Mount Plug Axle Sleeve 1.5”... - Page 87 CHAPTER 8: AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT) 10. If the measurements in Steps 8 and 9 are the same (within 1/8”), no toeing adjustment is needed, and you may skip to Step 13. If not, proceed to Step 11. 11.
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Page 89: Chapter 9: Axles And Amputee Adapters
CHAPTER 9: AXLES AND AMPUTEE ADAPTERS I WARNING Do not attempt any of the procedures in this Chapter when the chair is occupied. 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. Stainless and Titanium Quick-Release Axles Adjusting the Quick-Release Axle I WARNING... -
Page 90: Adjusting The "Play"
CHAPTER 9: AXLES AND AMPUTEE ADAPTERS 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 91: Amputee Adapters
CHAPTER 9: AXLES AND AMPUTEE ADAPTERS 1. Flip the quick-release handle to the unlocked position and remove the rear wheel and Quick-Release Axle. See Figure 9-2. 2. Adjust Set Screw 3 on the quick-release nut so that no portion of Set Screw 3 is protruding out of the opposite side of the quick release nut (the side adjacent to the wheel hub). -
Page 93: Chapter 10: Wheel Locks
CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS I WARNING TiLite recommends that you remove the wheel locks 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. I WARNING The wheel stop must embed at least 3/16”... -
Page 94: 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 95: Replacing
CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS Figure 10-3 Adjusting/Replacing the Scissor Lock 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 96: Replacing
CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS 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 10-4. 2. Slide the wheel lock out of the clamp. 3. - Page 97 CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS Figure 10-9 Figure 10-8 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...
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Page 98: 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 99: Chapter 11: Casters, Forks And Caster Pin Locks
CHAPTER 11: CASTERS, FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS Casters and Forks I WARNING Always mount identical size casters and forks on both sides of your chair. 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. Replacing Casters Tools Needed: •... -
Page 100: Replacing Forks
CHAPTER 11: CASTERS, FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS Replacing Forks Tools Needed: • 9/16” Socket Wrench I WARNING The fork stem is permanently installed in the “Bullet” Caster Housing. Do not attempt to unscrew the fork stem or the set screw. If it should become necessary to replace the fork stem on these chairs, this repair can only be performed by TiLite at our factory. -
Page 101: Caster Pin Locks (Tr And Yr Series 2)
CHAPTER 11: CASTERS, FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS I WARNING On the TR Series 3, the fork stem is permanently installed in the “Bullet” Caster Housing. Do not attempt to unscrew the fork stem or the set screw. If it should become necessary to replace the fork stem on these chairs, this repair can only be performed by TiLite at our factory. -
Page 102: Frog Legs ®
CHAPTER 11: CASTERS, FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS 4. Loosen, but do not remove, the Allen screws in the footrest clamps as shown in Figure 11-7. Note: Figure 11-7 depicts the footrest clamps on the TR and YR Series 2. If you have the TR Series 3, locate the corresponding screw that secures the footrest assembly to the frame. -
Page 103: Replacing The Elastomer Shock
CHAPTER 11: CASTERS, FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS Replacing the Elastomer Shock Tools Needed: • Two 5/32” Allen Wrench 1. Remove Allen screws from the hinge and push out the threaded spacer. See Figure 11-9. 2. Separate the two halves of the Frog Legs to release the elastomer shock. - Page 104 CHAPTER 11: CASTERS, FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS I WARNING The fork stems on Frog Legs made for the TiLite TR and YR are a custom size. Therefore, if you need to replace ® your Frog Leg forks or stems, you must order replacements from TiLite. If you ignore this Warning, the new Frog ®...
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Page 105: Chapter 12: Rear Wheels
CHAPTER 12: REAR WHEELS I 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 1. Hold wheel securely at the hub. See Figure 12-1. Removing and Replacing the Rear Wheel with the Quick-Release Axle 2. -
Page 106: Handrims
CHAPTER 12: REAR WHEELS Handrims I WARNING You must have your handrims replaced by an authorized TiLite dealer or qualified technician. If you ignore this Warning, you may seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair. Pneumatic Tires and Tubes I WARNING Fully deflate the tire before performing any disassembly procedures. -
Page 107: Rear Wheel Spacers
CHAPTER 12: REAR WHEELS Rear Wheel Spacers I WARNING Never use rear wheel spacers with the Adjustable Camber System. 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. Adjusting Rear Wheel Spacing I WARNING Make sure you use the same spacers on both sides of the chair. -
Page 109: Chapter 13: Anti-Tips
CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS Rear Anti-Tips Adjusting 1. The bottom of the anti-tip wheels should be between 1-1/2” and 2” above the floor to ensure proper functionality. To adjust the height, press the two release buttons on the telescoping lower tube, then adjust the height of the lower tube. -
Page 110: Mounting (Tr Series 3)
CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS Figure 13-3 Mounting Camber Mount (Threaded) Camber Mount (Non-threaded) Camber Tube Clamp Allen Screws Frame Allen Camber Anti-Tip Screw Tube Receiver Mounting (TR Series 3) I 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 111 CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS Figure 13-4 Mounting Camber Mount Top Frame Allen Screw Camber Mount Washer Nylock Nut Allen Camber Screw Tube Anti-Tip Allen Receiver Screw Note: If your TR Series 2 or 3 or YR has Frog Legs® rear suspension and you are installing anti-tips, you must follow the procedure below: Tools Needed: •...
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Page 112: User-Friendly Rear Flip-Up Anti-Tips (Tr And Yr Series 2)
CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS User-Friendly Rear Flip-Up Anti-Tips (TR and YR Series 2) Figure 13-6 shows the configuration of the User-Friendly Rear Flip-Up Anti-Tip. Figure 13-6 User-Friendly Anti-Tip Configuration Engaging To engage the User-Friendly Rear Flip-Up Anti-Tip, grip the anti-tip receiver firmly and pull it rearward, away from the anti-tip mounting plate, and lower it until it re-engages in the mounting plate in the position shown in Figure 13-7. -
Page 113: Adjusting
CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS Adjusting To adjust the height of the User-Friendly Rear Flip-Up Anti-Tip, press the two release buttons on the telescoping lower tube and adjust the height of the lower tube so that the wheel is within 1-1/2” to 2” off the ground. See Figure 13-9. Figure 13-9 Adjusting Mounting Plate... - Page 114 CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS Securely tighten all Allen screws. 8. Reinstall the rear wheels. 9. With the wheelchair standing upright on a level surface, engage the anti-tip as described under “User-Friendly Rear Flip-Up Anti-Tips - Engaging” on page 13-4. 10. Adjust the height of the anti-tip as described under “User-Friendly Rear Flip-Up Anti-Tips - Adjusting” on page 13-5.
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Page 115: User-Friendly Anti-Tips (Tr Series 3)
CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS USER-FRIENDLY ANTI-TIPS (TR Series 3) 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 13-11. Figure 13-11 Engaging Anti-Tip... -
Page 116: Adjusting
CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS Adjusting To adjust the height of the User-Friendly Anti-Tip, press the two release buttons on the telescoping lower tube and adjust the height of the lower tube so that the wheel is within 1-1/2” to 2” off the ground. See Figure 13-13. Figure 13-13 Adjusting Anti-Tip... - Page 117 CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS 6. With the wheelchair standing upright on a level surface, engage the anti-tip as described under “Engaging” on page 13-7. 7. Adjust both lower tubes so that the wheels are within 1-1/2” to 2” off the ground. See Figure 13-13. If this is not possible, proceed to Step 8.
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Page 118: Standard Titanium 5Th Wheel With Single Swivel Caster
CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS Standard Titanium 5th Wheel with Single Swivel Caster Adjusting Figure 13-15 Adjusting Tools Needed: • 3/16” Allen Wrench 1. Loosen the Allen screw on each clamp. See Figure 13-15. Clamps 2. Adjust the anti-tip forward or backward. Make sure the 5th Wheel is centered relative to the frame. -
Page 119: Th Wheel Swivel Caster
CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS 5th Wheel Swivel Caster Adjusting the Height Figure 13-17 5th Wheel Caster Adjustment Tools Needed: • 3/4” Open End Wrench Locknut 1. Remove the locknut. See Figure 13-17. Spacers 2. Remove the caster wheel assembly. 3. To lower the height of the 5th wheel, move the spacers from above the caster barrel to below it. - Page 120 CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS Figure 13-19 Figure 13-20 Front Roller with Angle Adjustable Footplate High Mount Front Roller with Angle Adjustable Footplate Allen Screws Allen Screws Washers Washers Clamp Clamp Roller Plate Roller Plate Front Front Roller Roller Locknuts Locknuts Allen Screws Allen Screws TR/YR Owners Manual 13-12...
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