Tendercare TILT and FOLD Workshop Manual

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT Please read these instructions carefully Before attempting to maintain the Wheelbase Document No. Tilt & Fold Wheelbase workshop manual v 2 Authority. Quality Controller Authorised by J Adams September 2010...
  • Page 2 Backrest Lock Brake Lever Footrest Mounting Armrest Mounting Interface TENDERCARE TILT & FOLD WHEELBASE With TENDERCARE SEATING INTERFACE Document No. Tilt & Fold Wheelbase workshop Page 2 of 16 manual v 2 Authority. Quality Controller September 2010 Authorised by, J Adams...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Tendercare Ltd Tilt and Fold Wheelbase Workshop Manual CONTENTS ITEM DESCRIPTION PAGE Your Tilt & Fold Wheelbase Manual……………………….……... Transit Packaging…………………………………………………... Tools and Torque Settings………………………………………….. Preparing for Use……………………………………………….…... 4.1 Unfolding and folding the Wheelbase………………………..… 4.2 Fitting and removing footrests.…………………………….…… 4.3 Tilt in Space Mechanism………………………………………..
  • Page 4: Your Tilt & Fold Wheelbase Manual

    Play Tray Padded Pelvic Strap Check all items for damage to paintwork, alignment, welds etc. If any items are damaged or missing please contact Tendercare, Preferably by fax 01903-734083 within 36 hours of delivery. Document No. Tilt & Fold Wheelbase workshop...
  • Page 5: Tools And Torque Settings

    Tendercare Ltd Tilt and Fold Wheelbase Workshop Manual The general assembly of the Tilt & Fold wheelbase is illustrated on page 2. A parts list is given on page 16. 3. Tools and Torque Settings The following tools are required to dismantle and reassemble the wheelbase: - Spanners and sockets: - 7mm, 8mm, 10mm, 13mm, 19mm, 22mm, 24mm, Whitworth.
  • Page 6 Tendercare Ltd Tilt and Fold Wheelbase Workshop Manual 4.1.2 Push handles: - Check adjustment and security. The push handles are fitted to the wheelbase prior to delivery. Make sure that they are in place and that two thumbscrews are fitted to each push handle.
  • Page 7: Fitting And Removing Footrests

    Tendercare Ltd Tilt and Fold Wheelbase Workshop Manual 4.2 Fitting and removing footrests 4.2.1 Fit the footrest: - check operation Note: - Only applies when footrests are supplied as an optional extra. To fit the right hand footrest, stand in front of the wheelbase.
  • Page 8: Tilt In Space Mechanism

    Tendercare Ltd Tilt and Fold Wheelbase Workshop Manual Note: - The spring clip prevents the footrests being lost. However, if the user needs to regularly remove the footrests the spring clip can be discarded. 4.3 Tilt in Space Check Tilt mechanism: - Move the seat through its full range of adjustment.
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    4) Examine footrest heel loops (If fitted) for damage or excessive wear and that the retaining nuts are tight. 5) Examine brake assemblies for wear, damage and adjustment. 6) Examine Tilt and Fold mechanism and check operation of reclining mechanism. 7) Examine front castors and rear wheels for free rotation and security. 7. Repairs Repairs: - for all repairs contact your issuing Authority or Tendercare Ltd.
  • Page 10: Front Castors

    Tendercare Ltd Tilt and Fold Wheelbase Workshop Manual Factory replacement components should be used in all repairs, these are available from Tendercare. 7.1 Front castors: - Replace the complete assembly if damaged or worn. 1) Using a 24mm spanner unscrew the hexagon nut at the top of the castor swivel until the castor is removed.
  • Page 11: Replacing Gas Struts

    Tendercare Ltd Tilt and Fold Wheelbase Workshop Manual 7.4 Replacing the gas struts. The wheelbase is fitted with two gas struts one either side of the seat between the inner and outer frame. A single lever located on the push handle and a cable linkage operates both gas struts.
  • Page 12 Tendercare Ltd Tilt and Fold Wheelbase Workshop Manual M8 Nyloc Nut Plain Washer 8mm Bolt Gas Strut Large Lock Nut Nylon Inner Frame Outer Frame Spacer Metal Guide LOWER MOUNTING COMPONENTS 4) Remove the upper mounting bolt using a 10mm spanner and 4mm Hexagon Key.
  • Page 13 Tendercare Ltd Tilt and Fold Wheelbase Workshop Manual 4) Mount the gas strut following the removal instructions in reverse order. 7.4.3 Adjusting the operating cables The assembly consists of the hand-operated lever on the push handle, one cable leading to an equaliser block mounted on the backrest tube and two cables leading to the two gas struts.
  • Page 14: Replacing Armpads

    1) Do not reuse Nyloc nuts. Always replace with a new Nyloc nut. 2) Always use Loctite thread locking compound Grade 241. 3) Always use recommended components and parts available from Tendercare Ltd. 4) Do not modify or repair the frame Document No.
  • Page 15: Dimensions And Weights

    Tendercare Ltd Tilt and Fold Wheelbase Workshop Manual 9. Dimensions and Weights SEAT SIZE 380 mm (15 inch) 430 mm (17 inch) Item Overall Length 1100 1100 Overall width (inc. wheels) Overall height 1030 1030 Length folded (ex Footrests) Width folded...
  • Page 16: Parts List

    Tendercare Ltd Tilt and Fold Wheelbase Workshop Manual 10. Parts List GENERAL ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST Ref No. Description Part No. SIDES; HANDED FROM REAR OF WHEELBASE Outer Frame – LH TTF003 Inner Side Frame – L/H TTF004 Outer Side Frame – R/H TTF005 Inner Side Frame –...

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