Section 10-Tilt; Engaging Tilt In Space - Invacare Spree XT Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 10—TILT
SECTION 10—TILT
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching
hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise, injury may result.
The back height, seat depth, back angle, seating system, tilt angle, seat height,
size/position of the rear wheels, size/position of the front casters, as well as the user
condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one or any
combination of the 11 may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability. These
adjustments must be performed by a qualified technician.
DO NOT over tighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage
to the frame tubing.

Engaging Tilt in Space

Tilt is a term used to define the angle between the seat rails and the ground/floor.
Make sure the occupant of the wheelchair is properly positioned in the wheelchair
BEFORE using the tilt-in-space to maintain maximum stability and safety. Refer to
General Guidelines on page 16.
The Spree XT wheelchair MUST be operated by an assistant when in any tilt
position.
ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while using the tilt-in-space.
ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is
an option on this wheelchair (You may order with or without the Seat Positioning
Strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the Seat Positioning Strap as an
additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.
ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable before using the tilt-in-space.
Rear wheels may have to be repositioned rearward depending on the degree of
tilt-in-space required. ALWAYS ensure stability before using maximum amount of
tilt-in-space. Test wheelchair before it is occupied BY the end user to ensure safety.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.1.
NOTE: To lower the seat parallel with the floor, reverse the following procedure.
1. Place the wheelchair on a level surface.
2. Engage both wheel locks.
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