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Permobil TiLite X Service Manual

Permobil TiLite X Service Manual

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  • Page 1 Service Manual TiLite ®...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Consult instructions for use Add Loctite to threads Contact Information Please Note The information detailed within this service manual applies to the Permobil TiSport, LLC TiLite X. 2701 W. Court St. Products may be covered by one or more U.S. and foreign patents and...

  • Page 3: General Information

    Medical Device Combinations It may be possible to configure this Permobil wheelchair with one or more other Medical Devices, accessories, or products. In the event that a provider wishes to do so, a risk assessment should be performed by competent equipment providers to ensure the safety and efficacy of the combination. Any installation of aftermarket equipment that requires permanent modifications to the wheelchair will void the manufacturer’s warranty.

  • Page 4: Getting To Know The Tilite X

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Getting to Know the TiLite X Push Handle / Backcane Back Support Armrest Cross Brace Wheel Lock Seat Sling Quick-Release Axle Swing-Away Latch Release Anti-Tip Caster Housing Aluminum Handrim Caster Footrest Pneumatic Tire Fork Caster Wheel...

  • Page 5: Footrests

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Footrests Flip-Up Footrest and Depth and Angle Adjustable Flip-Up Footrest WARNING: Make sure footplates are adjusted to the proper height and angle while the user is wearing their shoes to prevent discomfort or injury. Incorrect adjustment can lead to instability and accidents.

  • Page 6: Swing Away Hangers

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Footrests, continued Adjusting the Angle (Dorsi / Planar): Tools: - 4mm Allen Wrench 1. Loosen the two Allen Screws that attach the Footplate to the Flip-Up Footrest Pivot. 2. Rotate the Footplate to the desired angle.

  • Page 7: Elevating Legrest (Elr)

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Footrests, continued Elevating Legrest (ELR) Installing: 1. Align the Top Pivot with the Frame Hole. 2. Holding the ELR, not the Release Lever, swing the ELR until the release pin locks Main Tube into place in the hanger lock.

  • Page 8: Back Supports And Push Handles

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Back Supports and Push Handles WARNING: Improper adjustment of back support angle, height, and depth can lead to poor posture and pressure injuries. Always adjust according to the user's specific needs for comfort and support.

  • Page 9: Fold Down Push Handles

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Back Supports and Push Handles, continued Changing the Back Support Angle: WARNINGS: - Always make sure that the grooves in the locking blocks are aligned with the grooves in the back support pivot bracket. If the grooves are not aligned, the back support could become loose and the back support angle could change unexpectedly.

  • Page 10: Armrests

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Armrests WARNING: Make sure that armrests are properly adjusted fore-aft before use. Incorrect adjustment can lead to discomfort or injury during operation. Swing Away Armrest IMPORTANT! The Swing Away Armrests pivot on nylon sleeves, located inside the receiver. If the armrest does not rotate properly, remove the armrest, clean the armrest and inside the receiver thoroughly.

  • Page 11: Removable Height Adjustable T-Armrest

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Armrests, continued WARNINGS: - Make sure the armrest height adjustment pin is securely engaged before applying weight to the armrest. - Make sure the release lever has securely clicked into place in the armrest receiver before applying weight to the armrest.

  • Page 12: Converting Armrest Type Between 2-Point Flip Back And Removable

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Armrests, continued Converting Armrest Type between 2-Point Flip Back and Removable Tools: - 10mm wrench or socket - 2 x 2.5mm hex key - 4mm hex key Removable to Flip Back: 1. Remove the two Barrel Screws.

  • Page 13: Side Guards

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Side Guards Rigid Removable Side Guards Using Rigid Side Guards: To remove the Rigid Side Guard, lift the side guard out of the armrest receiver by grasping it at the top and pull it upwards.

  • Page 14: Back Upholstery And Seat Upholstery

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Back Upholstery and Seat Upholstery Tension Adjustable by Straps Back Upholstery Adjusting the Tension: IMPORTANT! When adjusting the tension of the back upholstery, DO NOT apply so much tension that the crosstubes are pulled out of the saddles. If this occurs, it may cause the wheelchair "track"...

  • Page 15: Tension Adjustable Slide-In Seat Sling

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Back Upholstery and Seat Upholstery, continued Tension Adjustable Seat Sling Adjusting the Tension: WARNING: DO NOT make the tension of the seat sling so loose that it does not properly support the user's weight. Never let the sling become so loose that the user's weight is borne by the frame below the seat sling.

  • Page 16: Velcro-Style Adjustable Positioning Belt

    6. Verify that at least one thread of the mounting bolt protrudes out of the provided nylock nut. Maintenance: Check periodically for signs of wear in the stitching and webbing. If significant wear is found, contact a supplier for qualified repair or replacement by Permobil.

  • Page 17: Axle Plates & Axle Sleeves

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Axle Plates & Axle Sleeves (Center of Gravity; Rear Seat Height; Rear Wheel Spacing; Camber) All TiLite folding wheelchairs are equipped with standard Axle Sleeves. By adjusting the position of the Axle Sleeves, the center of gravity of the wheelchair can be adjusted.
  • Page 18 Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Axle Plates & Axle Sleeves (Center of Gravity; Rear Seat Height; Rear Wheel Spacing; Camber), continued Adjusting the Rear Seat Height: IMPORTANT!: - The axle plates on either side of the wheelchair can be reversed or exchanged so as to achieve any of the four configurations shown below. Depending on the desired location of the rear seat height, it may be necessary to change the configuration of the axle plates to one of the other configurations shown.
  • Page 19 Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Axle Plates & Axle Sleeves (Center of Gravity; Rear Seat Height; Rear Wheel Spacing; Camber), continued Adjusting the Camber: 1. Remove the rear wheels. 2. Remove the two Allen Screws on the bottom of the Axle Plate on each side of the wheelchair.

  • Page 20: Axles

    - DO NOT attempt any adjustments when the wheelchair is occupied. - Quick-Release Axles are pre-adjusted to permit minimal “play” in the axle. Permobil recommends not adjusting the axle. Improperly adjusting the axle could cause it to malfunction—too much “play” can cause the axle to bend and become stuck in the axle sleeve; too little “play” can prevent the locking balls from engaging fully, causing the wheel to disengage from the wheelchair without warning.

  • Page 21: Wheel Locks

    WARNINGS: - Permobil recommends removing the wheel locks from the wheelchair frame prior to engaging in any sport. - The wheel stop must embed in the tire at least 5mm or the wheelchair may roll unexpectedly. Therefore, before adjusting the lock, inflate the tires to the recommended tire pressure (see sidewall of the tire).

  • Page 22: Composite Scissor Lock

    4. Follow the instructions in the "Composite Scissor Lock - Adjusting” section to position and secure the new wheel lock. Grade Aids Permobil provides Newton Grade Aid Wheel Locks. For information on how to adjust the Grade Aid Wheel Locks, please refer to the product documentation available from Newton.

  • Page 23: Casters And Forks

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Casters and Forks WARNING: Always mount identical size Casters and Forks on both sides of the wheelchair. Standard Forks Replacing Casters: IMPORTANT! If your wheelchair has 4”, 5”, or 6” LiteSpeed Casters, make sure that Spacer 2 (which is wider than Spacer 1) is positioned on the recessed side of the Caster, which should be oriented outwards when the Casters are in the trailing position.
  • Page 24 Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Casters and Forks, continued Adjusting the Angle of the Fork in the Caster Mount: WARNINGS: - Be sure that the Allen Screw is sufficiently tightened to 15Nm. DO NOT exceed the 15Nm torque value as the assembly may become damaged.

  • Page 25: Rear Wheels

    7. Reinstall the rear wheel on the wheelchair. Presta Valve Knurled Nut Solid Tires WARNING: Replacement of solid tires requires specialized equipment. If the solid tires need replacement, this must be done by an authorized Permobil dealer or qualified technician.

  • Page 26: Anti-Tips

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Anti-Tips Standard Anti-Tips Adjusting: 1. The bottom of the anti-tip wheels should be between 4cm and 5cm 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 27 Apply sufficient pressure to ensure that the anti-tips are operating properly. IMPORTANT!: Unless User-Friendly anti-tips were ordered when the Permobil wheelchair was originally ordered, replacement Allen screws will need to be ordered when ordering the User-Friendly anti-tips.

  • Page 28: Transportation

    Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Transportation Occupied Use in a Motor Vehicle Please read and understand all warnings before using the wheelchair. Safety is our top priority. Warnings: - This wheelchair conforms with the requirements of ISO 7176-19:2022 and has been designed and tested for use only as a forward-facing seat in a motor vehicle.

  • Page 29: Tilite

    - Annex D of ISO 7176-19:2022 provides a method of testing a wheelchair for its ability to accommodate vehicle-anchored pelvic and shoulder belts. When tested in accordance with Annex D of ISO 7176-19:2022, the TiLite X had a score of “Excellent” for ease of proper belt positioning and an overall score of “Excellent”...
  • Page 30 Permobil TiLite X Service Manual Transportation, continued Securement in a Motor Vehicle Make sure that the wheelchair is secured in a forward-facing orientation using all four attachment points prior to travelling in the motor vehicle. To secure the wheelchair, locate the four tiedown points, marked with the hook symbol shown below:...
  • Page 31 PD16521 Rev. 4 TiSport, LLC 2701 W. Court St. Pasco, WA 99301 permobil.com...

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