Antitipper - Invacare XLT User Manual

The footplates can be flipped up to further facilitate transfers.
CAUTION!
Risk of breakage
The footboard is not designed for lifting the chair.
– Do not take hold on the footboard if you need to lift
the chair.

3.9 Antitipper

An antitipper prevents the wheelchair from tipping backwards.
WARNING!
Risk of overturning
Antitippers that are incorrectly set or no longer working
can lead to overturning.
– Always check that the antitipper is working before
using the wheelchair and have it set or readjusted by
a specialist dealer when required.
WARNING!
Risk of overturning
On uneven or soft ground, the antitipper can sink into
potholes or directly into the ground, thereby curtailing
or eliminating its safety function.
– Only use the antitipper when travelling on even and
firm ground.
A
Activating the antitipper
1. Swing the antitipper completely backwards until it locks into
position.
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Deactivating the antitipper
Press the cap A of the antitipper completely downwards and
1.
then sideways.
A red warning sticker can now be seen.
2. Swivel the antitipper backwards until it engages.
WARNING!
Risk of tipping
An activated antitipper can catch when negotiating a step
or an edge.
– Always deactivate the antitipper before driving over
a step or kerb.
C
Adjusting the height
Press the two knobs A on each side of the housing and pull the
1.
tube B to desired set of holes. The knobs will lock the tube
into position.
Attaching the depth
Press knob C and pull the wheel tube in or out to the desired
1.
depth. The knob will lock the tube into position.
If further adjustments of height and/or position are necessary,
refer to your specialized dealer.
Extended antitipper
Use extended anti-tip devices when an extended rear wheel
attachment is used.
A
1. Lift the spring loaded button and select the required height.
Ensure that the anti-tip device locks into its new position.
Components and their functions
A
B
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