Table of Contents

Advertisement

RIGID
OWNERS
MANUAL
DEALER/SUPPLIER:
THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THIS WHEELCHAIR.
USER:
BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR, YOU MUST READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS
ENTIRETY AND SAVE IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
ATTENDANTS/ASSISTANTS:
BEFORE ASSISTING THE USER OF THIS WHEELCHAIR, YOU MUST READ
THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY AND SAVE IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the Rigid Aero Z Series and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summarization of Contents

CHAPTER 1: WARNINGS
General Safety and Operation Warnings
Crucial safety instructions for using the wheelchair, including maintenance, environment, and user limits.
Mobility and Environmental Considerations
Guidelines for safe use on different terrains, streets, and in adverse environmental conditions.
User Assistance and Chair Limitations
Procedures for obtaining assistance and warnings against misuse like standing on the chair.
CHAPTER 2: SAFETY INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
Introduction and Safety Inspections
Overview of routine safety checks and maintenance schedules for optimal performance.
Cleaning and Moving Parts Maintenance
Procedures for cleaning the chair frame, upholstery, and moving components.
Storage and Troubleshooting Guide
Proper storage practices and solutions for common operational issues.
CHAPTER 3: FOOTRESTS
Footrest Types and Safe Tread Application
Information on various footrest models and applying slip-resistant tread.
Titanium Flat ABS Cover Footrest Adjustments
Steps for adjusting height or replacing TR, YR, BB, ZR, and Aero Z footrests.
Titanium Open Loop Footrest Adjustments
Details on adjusting/replacing open loop footrests for various series.
Angle Adjustable and High Mount Footrest Adjustments
Procedures for adjusting angle and height on adjustable and high mount footrests.
YG Series Footrest Adjustments
Instructions for YG Series 1-piece rigid and flip-up footrests.
90º Hanger Footrest Adjustments (YGS)
Replacing/adjusting height and depth for YGS hanger footrests.
CHAPTER 4: BACKRESTS, PUSH HANDLES AND STROLLER HANDLES
Adjustable Height & Angle Backrest
Operation and adjustments for adjustable backrests.
Backrest Lock Bracket and Angle Adjustments
Troubleshooting backrest lock issues and changing backrest angle.
Backrest Height and Non-Folding Backrest Info
How to adjust backrest height and info on non-folding models.
Stroller Handles and Push Handles
Operation and installation of stroller and push handles.
CHAPTER 5: ARMRESTS
Tubular Swing Away Armrests
Operation and height adjustment for tubular swing away armrests.
Armrest Receiver Height Adjustments
How to adjust the height of armrest receivers for various models.
Removable Desk Arms and Flip Back Armrests
Installation and adjustment of desk and flip-back armrests.
Locking Armrests in Place
How to lock YG Series armrests to prevent swinging.
CHAPTER 6: SIDE GUARDS
Cloth Side Guards
Instructions for removing and replacing cloth side guards.
Rigid and Fold-Down Side Guards
Usage, adjustment, removal, and reinstallation of rigid and fold-down guards.
CHAPTER 7: BACK UPHOLSTERY, SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS
Velcro and Strap Adjustable Back Upholstery
Adjusting tension and replacing back upholstery for Velcro/strap types.
Padded Black Nylon Back Upholstery (BB)
Info on adjusting or replacing BB model back upholstery.
Tension Adjustable Seat Sling Upholstery
Adjusting tension and replacing seat sling upholstery.
TiLite Seat Cushion Foam Insert Replacement
How to replace the foam insert in TiLite seat cushions.
CHAPTER 8: CAMBER TUBES (CENTER OF GRAVITY; REAR SEAT HEIGHT)
Standard Camber Tube Adjustments
Adjusting rear seat height and CG for standard tubes.
Model-Specific Camber Tube Adjustments
Adjustments for ZR, TR, YR, BB, Evo, and YG Series camber tubes.
Toe-In/Toe-Out and Wheel Spacing Adjustments
How to adjust toe-in/toe-out and rear wheel spacing.
CHAPTER 9: AXLES AND AMPUTEE ADAPTERS
Quick Release Axle Adjustments
Adjusting play in quick-release and quad quick-release axles.
Amputee Adapters
Information on using amputee adapters to shift center of gravity.
CHAPTER 10: WHEEL LOCKS
Standard Push to Lock and Uni-Lock Wheel Locks
Adjusting, replacing, and changing operation of these wheel locks.
Composite Scissor Lock Operation
Adjusting, replacing, and removing the spring from composite scissor locks.
CHAPTER 11: CASTERS, FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS
Front Casters, Forks, and Extensions
Replacing casters, forks, and installing fork extensions.
Angle Adjustment and Caster Pin Locks
Adjusting caster angles and using caster pin locks.
Floating Casters and Frog Legs®
Setup for floating casters and replacing elastomer shocks on Frog Legs®.
CHAPTER 12: REAR WHEELS
Rear Wheel Removal and Replacement
Procedures for QR and Quad release rear wheels.
Handrim and Rear Wheel Spacer Procedures
Replacing handrims and adjusting rear wheel spacing.
CHAPTER 13: ANTI-TIPS
Rear Anti-Tip Adjustments and Mounting
Adjusting height, rotation, and mounting rear anti-tip receptacles.
5th Wheel, Front Wing, and Front Anti-Tip
Adjusting 5th wheel, front wing, and removing front anti-tips.
CHAPTER 14: YG SERIES ADJUSTABLE SEAT WIDTH AND DEPTH
Adjusting YG Series Seat Width
Steps to adjust wheelchair width using frame expansion brackets.
Adjusting YG Series Seat Depth
How to adjust seat depth by sliding backrest brackets.
TILITE LIMITED WARRANTY
Warranty Coverage and Limitations
Details on frame, component, and wheel warranties, and limitations.
Warranty Service and Consumer Notice
Procedures for warranty service and legal consumer notices.

Table of Contents