Tires; Seat Cushion; Seat Position - Invacare XLT User Manual

XLT

3.10 Tires

The ideal pressure depends on the tire type:
The table below is an indication. In case the tire differs from the list
below, check the side of the tire, the maximum pressure is often
listed there.
Tire
Profile tire 7 bar
Schwalbe® Marathon 10 bar
Plus
10 bar
Schwalbe® One
Schwalbe® Rightrun 10 bar
-
Solid tire, profile, grey
-
Solid tire (KIK type),
black
-
Solid, light wheel
The compatibility of the tires listed above depends on the
configuration and/or model of your wheelchair.
In case of a tire puncture consult a suitable workshop (e.g.
bike repair shop, bicycle dealer ...) to have the tube replaced
by a skilled person.
The size of the tire is mentioned on the sidewall of the tire.
The change of appropriate tires must be carried out by a
qualified technician/dealer.
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Max. pressure
700 kPa 101 psi
1000 kPa 145 psi
1000 kPa 145 psi
1000 kPa 145 psi
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- -
- -
CAUTION!
– The tires pressure needs to be equal in both wheels to
avoid decreased driving comfort, to keep the parking
brakes working properly and to ease propelling of the
wheelchair.

3.11 Seat cushion

A suitable cushion is needed to provide an even pressure distribution
on the seat.
Use a seat cushion with anti-slip underlay or Velcro® (hook)
fastening tapes to avoid slipping of the seat cushion. A
Velcro® (loop) fastening tape is pre-attached to the seat
cover.

3.12 Seat position

Tipping stability
The seat position and thus the tipping stability of your wheelchair
can be altered. The adjustment must be carried out by the specialist
dealer.
Seat height front
The front seat height can be adjusted. The adjustment must be
carried out by the specialist dealer.
Seat height rear
The rear seat height can be adjusted by several centimeters. The
adjustment must be carried out by the specialist dealer.
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