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  • Page 1 User Manual & Servic Book Tilty vario...
  • Page 2 Editing and layout: Bernhard Wendel As at 05/2012 Technical alterations and misprints excepted. V.i.S.d.P. © by SORG Rollstuhltechnik GmbH + Co.KG SORG Rollstuhltechnik GmbH + Co.KG Benzstraße 3-5, 68794 Oberhausen-Rheinhausen. Bernhard Wendel All texts and pictures are subject to copyright and Benzstraße 3-5...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 3 of 58 Table of Contents 4 General Handling ......30 1. General References ......4 4.1 Getting in and out ......30 1.1 Preamble ..........4 4.2 Push Handles ........31 1.2 Reception ..........4 4.2 Push Handles ........

  • Page 4: General References

    1. Preamble, 2. Safety manual covers all possible equipment options that Instructions, 3. Adjustments, 4. General Handling, 5. might be installed on a Tilty vario and thus may Maintenance. Chapters 6-8 discuss technical data contain chapters that do not conform to your and warranty conditions.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    Tilty vario may also be used as an activity wheelchair. Tilty vario is indexed for children with a seat width from 28 cm (approx. 11 in) and a weight load of up to 90 kg (approx. 198 lbs). It supports early and careful activation.

  • Page 6: Application

    Page 6 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario Tilty vario is not suitable for use in the following cases: Tonicity disregulation (hyper- and hypotonicity) Epilepsy/spasticities Inability to be seated The intended maximum payload must not be exceeded. 1.4 Application Tilty vario is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    To avoid injuring your hands, please make sure new Tilty vario into service. It is of utmost importance not to reach into the spokes of the rear wheels or that both the user and the assistant are able to both the space between rear wheel and lever brake.

  • Page 8: How To Avoid Tipping

    Page 8 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario and bend the upper part of your body backwards while doing so. 2.3. How to Avoid Tipping In order to reach for objects on the sides or in front of your wheelchair, please remember your initial stability test and do not lean out too far.

  • Page 9: Coping With Obstacles

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 9 of 58 2.4 Coping with Obstacles Using the wheelchair in damp locations or in To surmount level water should be avoided as this may lead to differences ramps or lifts the corrosion of components, which, in turn,...

  • Page 10: Adjustments

    Head area: <60 mm or >250 mm 3. Adjustments The following indications on the adjustments of Tilty vario affect its usage safety! Therefore, we are pointing out explicitly that all adjustments, 3.1 Leg Support reparations, and any other sorts of changes are...

  • Page 11: Hinged Leg Support (Optional)

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 11 of 58 Adjustment of the lower leg length Adjustment of the depth  loosen screws (pos. 2) on both sides is conducted on the fixation below the seat plate (pos. 1).  choose desired position, tighten screws Adjustment of the lower leg length (pos.
  • Page 12 Page 12 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario Pos.3 Pos.1 Pos.2...

  • Page 13: Leg Support With Support Pad (Optional)

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 13 of 58 3.1.3. Leg Support with Support Pad (optional) If you choose a leg support with support pad, the opposite side is supplemented with a divided swing-up leg support. The side with the pad does...

  • Page 14: Seat Heights

    (Differing adjustments may also make sense in individual cases.) In the case of Tilty vario, the entire seat unit may be altered via the gas pressure spring (there is no other option for this purpose). Therefore the best way to obtain the desired seat inclination is by using the tilting mechanism.

  • Page 15: Centre Of Gravity

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 15 of 58 3.3 Centre of Gravity You may change the centre of gravity of the wheelchair (X) by moving the seat plate (pos. 2) in relation to the seat carrier part. When leaving our factory, the wheelchair is preadjusted into a tipping stable position.

  • Page 16: Back Height

    Page 16 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario 3.4 Back Height Height adjustment by 5 cm:  remove screw joint (B) of the back pipes on the angle adjustment device  place back pipes into desired position  retighten screw joint ...

  • Page 17: Back Extension With Head Pad (Optional)

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 17 of 58 3.5 Back Extension with Head Pad (optional) We strongly recommend this back extension in order to make sure your child is able to decide when they want to drive actively or rest. It...

  • Page 18: Back Angle

    Page 18 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario 3.7 Back Angle Put the back into the desired position by pulling the string (A) on the ring on the back of the seat downwards until the locking bolts (B) unlock on both sides of the back angle plate.

  • Page 19: Side Guard, Clothing Guard

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 19 of 58 3.8 Side guard, clothing guard Tilty vario's side guards and clothing guards are pre-adjusted in relation to its wheel size. However, you may adjust the side guard and clothing guard in their sizes, independently from each other.

  • Page 20: Arm Pads (Optional)

    Page 20 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario 3.9 Arm Pads (optional) The arm pads, too, are firmly screwed onto the side guards so no further adjustments need to be done. You may adjust the height of the pads via a clamping screw on the retainer of each arm pad.

  • Page 21: Locking Brake

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 21 of 58 3.11 Locking brake 3.11.1 Standard Knee-lever Brake Each wheelchair is equipped with two knee-lever First, please check the tyre air pressure of the brakes. They are to be used EXCLUSIVELY to rear wheels (the necessary indications are secure the wheels in a rest position.

  • Page 22: Drum Brake (Optional)

    Page 22 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario  remove screw joints (pos. 1) completely and insert them into 3.11.2 Drum Brake (optional) suitable bores  retighten screw joints according to The drum brake is, unlike the locking brake, also instructions with the necessary suitable for braking while driving.

  • Page 23: Anti-Tipper (Opt.)

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 23 of 58 3.12.1 Anti-tipper (opt.) Please remove the rear wheels so you can reach the screws more easily. To adjust the anti-tipper in height, please remove both screws (A) and (B). Pull the entire console in the frame-retainer up or down by the desired extent.

  • Page 24: Head Rest (Optional)

    3.14 Lateral Truss Pads (optional) If your Tilty vario is equipped with lateral truss pads, you may adjust them in vertical and horizontal position via the different bolts in the back pipe or moulded back.

  • Page 25: Push Handles

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 25 of 58 3.16 Push Handles We offer three options of pushing push Tilty vario: - extendable push handles (straight or angulated) - slide rod (only in combination with push handles) - push bars ...

  • Page 26: Extendable Push Handles (Optional)

    Page 26 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario 3.16.1 Extendable Push Handles (optional) To vary the height of the push handle, loosen the control lever. Make sure to tighten the clamping lever after adjusting in order to be able to handle the wheelchair reliably.

  • Page 27: Push Bar (Optional)

     Please note Keep in mind that the swivel arm may influence Tilty vario‟s proneness to tipping.  ATTENTION Do not attach any bags or the like onto the push bar, as the wheelchair might tip backwards due to the altered centre of gravity.

  • Page 28: Growth Adaption (Opt.)

    Tilty vario‟s back height is growth-adaptable by up to 5 cm (cf. chapter 3.4) without any additional parts. With the optional growth- adaption-set, Tilty vario can also “grow” its seat depth and seat width by 4 cm each. 3.17.1 Seat Depth Extension ...

  • Page 29: Seat Width Adjustment

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 29 of 58 3.17.2. Seat Width Adjustment Loosen and/or remove all screw joints affecting the cross-link of the wheelchair:  cross brace back and bottom  cross brace front  stabilising bar (opt.)  seat plate (opt.) ...

  • Page 30: General Handling

    Page 30 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario Familiarise yourself with them through 4 General Handling appropriate tests – again, only in the presence of an assistant! The following indications on the operation of Tilty vario in everyday life are directed to you as a...

  • Page 31: Push Handles

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 31 of 58 4.2 Push Handles We offer two options of pushing Tilty vario: - Extendable push handles - push bar (2 versions) ATTENTION Before pulling a person sitting in a wheelchair over an obstacle with the aid of the push handles or push bar, please check if the handles are connected firmly to the wheelchair.

  • Page 32: Push Bar (Optional)

     PLEASE NOTE Keep in mind that the swivel arm may influence Tilty vario's proneness to tipping.  ATTENTION Do not attach any bags or the like on the push bar, as the wheelchair might tip backwards due...

  • Page 33: Tilt, Back Angle Adjustment And -Extension

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 33 of 58 4.3 Tilt, Back Angle Adjustment and -Extension Tilty vario's entire seat unit may be tilted continuously by 25° using the gas pressure spring (image 1). image 1 Additionally, the back angle may be adjusted from 80°...

  • Page 34: Back Angle Adjustment

    To fold the back to the front, please proceed in the same way and make the bolt snap into the last position. The stabilising bar (pos. 2) may then even serve as a handle to lift your Tilty vario (into a car etc.). image...

  • Page 35: Anti-Tipper

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 35 of 58 4.4 Anti-tipper The anti-tippers are stored in a rotatable position within the frame adapter (A). To activate, push down the anti-tipper on the upper end of the pipe with the foot – or better with your hand –, turn it 180°...

  • Page 36: Wheels With Quick-Release-Axles

    Page 36 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario 4.5 Wheels with Quick- release-axles The quick-release-axles provide that all of our rear wheels are easily demountable and attachable without using any tools. No person is allowed to be seated in the wheelchair while mounting or demounting.

  • Page 37: Leg Supports

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 37 of 58 4.6.2 Leg Support, Hinged 4.6 Leg Supports (optional) The hinged leg support allows you to store both your legs at your desired height. 4.6.1 Leg Support Tility vario's standard leg support can be The hinged leg support is available in one part adjusted in its angle and lower leg length.

  • Page 38: Locking Brake

    Page 38 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario 4.7 Locking Brake 4.7.3 Drum Brakes (optional) 4.7.1 Locking Brake, The drum brake can – contrary to the locking brake – be used to decelerate while diving. standard Our drum brakes additionally possess a...

  • Page 39: Loading And Transportation

    The button of the quick-release-axle must protrude the axle by several millimetres after snapping in place. 4.9 Safety of Transportation After storing Tilty vario in the transportation vehicle, please proceed the following way:...

  • Page 40: Transportation Of A Wheelchair As Seat In A Passenger Car

    Seat in a essential! Passenger Car ATTENTION Tilty vario may NOT be transported with a tilted or angle-altered back! PLEASE NOTE: We must point out that Make sure to put the back rest into an upright transporting a person sitting in a wheelchair in a position.

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 41 of 58 FRAME The frame and the wheels should 5 Maintenance regularly be cleaned wetted with a mild cleaning agent. Please dry well afterwards. CASTERS Please remove rough dirt from the 5.1 Cleaning and...

  • Page 42: Inspection

    Page 42 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario 5.3 Inspection For reasons of safety and to prevent accidents resulting from abrasion not recognised on time, yearly inspection is designated under normal operating conditions. It is to be conducted according to the following maintenance manual.

  • Page 43: Checklist And Maintenance

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 43 of 58 5.4 Checklist and Maintenance WHEN? WHAT? COMMNENTS Before every Check wheels/quick-release-axles Conduct yourself of with the help for firm fit of an experienced assistant. You must not be able to pull the wheel out oft he quick-release- axle.
  • Page 44 Page 44 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario WHEN? WHAT? COMMENTS Every 4 weeks Retighten all screw joints Conduct yourself of with the help With daily usage leading to of an experienced assistant. permanent vibration, the screws may loosen. This is why we recommend retightening ALL screw joints systematically.

  • Page 45: Checklist Yearly Inspection

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 45 of 58 5.5 Checklist Yearly Inspection Regular, yearly inspection conducted by a qualified medical supply store is an essential compo- nent of the wheelchair‟s product liability/safety and long service life. Moreover, the inspections serve as verification of the service ability for the benefactor in case of reusage.

  • Page 46: Reparations

    Page 46 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario respective information, like e.g. mounting and/or application indications with the date 5.6 Reparations of the altering are to be enclosed to this user manual. Please do NOT ever conduct reparation and/or maintenance work yourself, but turn trustfully to your medical supply store.

  • Page 47: Tyre Change

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 47 of 58 centric on the rim, deflate the tyre a bit, and readjust it. Then inflate the tyre to maximum operating pressure (cf. tyre cover) and close 5.11 Tyre Change the valve with the protection cap.

  • Page 48: Technical Data

    Page 48 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario 6 Technical Data 6.1 Measures and Dimensions Dimension tolerance ±5° Abbreviations: SW = Seat widths SD = Seat depth BH = Back height LLL = Lower leg length Data: Model: Tilty vario German Aid Index No°: 18.99.02.xxxx...

  • Page 49: Meaning Of Labels

    6.2 Meaning of Labels The meaning oft he individual labels is explained in the respective despription next to it. The elements of the type plate on the axis of Tilty vario have the following meanings: Type-number Model name Manufacturer‟s logo max.

  • Page 50: Warranty

    Service life Products in reuse are subject to increased strain. Therefore, we recommend, when reusing Tilty vario, not to extent a further service life of 3 years in line with the durability. The term “Service life” describes the period of time in which a product is in permanent use.
  • Page 51 II. Extent of warranty SORG grants a period of warranty of 5 years after first use on replacement parts and diago- nal braces, considering the conditions in section III and under disqualification according to section IV.
  • Page 52 Otherwise, no claims against them or us can the wheelchair has been vandalised; be enforced.  • if SORG assesses that the instructions of Ask the carrier for their „data“ (copy of their maintenance and usage have not been driver‟s licence or the like) so the transport followed;...

  • Page 53: For Constructional Changes Etc.8

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 53 of 58 Room for Notes e.g. for constructional changes etc.

  • Page 54: Warranty Form

    Page 54 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario 8 Warranty Form Please fill in and, if necessary, make a copy and send in. WARRANTY Model Date of delivery Serial number SW/SD/BH Stamp of manufacturer This product conforms Builder: tot he EC guidelines 93/42/EEC for medical aids.

  • Page 55: Life Cycle Record

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 55 of 58 9 Life Cycle Record 9.1 User Chronology Name of user/legal agent Date of birth Street Postal code/town Benefactor/Health insurance company Name of user/legal agent Date of birth Street Postal code/town Benefactor/Health insurance company...

  • Page 56: Service Book

    Page 56 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario 9.2 Service Book Maintenance due every 6 months Maintenance Check and readjust all screw joints including spokes; check and, where needed, at issue readjust locking brakes/drum brakes; check and readjust all frame parts and...

  • Page 57: Yearly Inspection

    User Manual Tilty vario Page 57 of 58 9.3 Yearly Inspection and before every reuse! Yearly according to check list on p. 45 maintenance Date, Stamp medical supply store, Signature Date, Stamp medical supply store, Signature Date, Stamp medical supply store,...

  • Page 58: Retailer Information

    Page 58 of 58 User Manual Tilty vario Retailer Information...

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