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2. 1 E CHANGING ADJUSTING YOUR 2 F ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS nt eo o EEReRR EE REL E RER eA EET EORR NEN A 2 STREET 4d 2 TERRAIN eM H 2 l MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY ERR dia iit 3 J WEIGHT TRAINING pon ena pa aha oa 3 K OBTAINING ASSISTANGE 55455 xoa bea a ERERESER EVA 3 L STANDING ON YOUR CHAIR esas eere pa RARE 4 WARNINGS FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR 4 A LEARNING TO DO 4 B CLIMBING A CURB OR SINGLE STEP apap apes ke E 4 CLIMBING A FLIGHT OF STAIRS coco veo eu ra ea oia duas Pa pen ERR AP ko XT A GU du dE 5 D DESCENDING A CURB OR SINGLE rares e pena pon ER EERER RR ARR ERES EUER sas caused 5 E DESCENDING A FLIGHT OF STAIBHS 6 WARNINGS REGARDING FALLING AND TIPPING 6 A CENTER OF GRAVITY STABILITY AND 6 B TRANSFERRING AND OUT OF YOUR 7 C DRESSING UNDRESSING IN YOUR
3. 15 REAR WHEEL LOCKS opa kk uk e p no E uaa px dep n 15 1 CASTER PIN LOCK Sy iiis ses EXE PEREAT ENSE ER UE NC TE CUP XXI EE VER REUS 15 M PUSH HANDLES ERSERR DERE 16 Folding Owners Manual vi OM FOLDING 0907RevB P M 16 O POWER 16 P UNAUTHORIZED PARTS AND 55 16 CHAPTER 2 SAFETY INSPECTION MAINTENANCE amp THOUBEESHOOTIN GL ciipnam tbt reo OUR 17 INTRODUCTION c SS 17 SAFETY INSPECTIONS AND 17 CLEANING A 19 Cleaning the ario EL aaa dO Eo dul KU aA APUD E DUREE DAMNA 19 Cleaning the Cross TUDES ses eee ir rera qx FERA ENS 19 Cleaning 19 Axles and MOVING Parts eee eere neret etre e oma tete nou aaO se n no aae pe e Ee Vu 19 STORAGE NUTRIT 19 TROUBLESHOOTING 20 CHAPTER 3 5 5 21 21 41 02 8 122442 1 0 22200400044 21 legge llego ettet 21 FLIP UP FOOTREST
4. 2 20 2 2 2021 2 41 ADJUSTING THE REAR SEAT HEIGHT SX AND 2 222 42 ADJUSTING THE REAR WHEEL SPACING REPLACING THE CAMBER PLUGS SX AND 42 ADJUSTING THE CENTER OF GRAVITY E RR EE UNS EX UpE KR PEE 43 ADJUSTING THE REAR 55225555255 44 ADJUSTING THE REAR WHEEL SPACING REPLACING THE CAMBER PLUGS TX 44 ADJUSTING THE CENTER OF GRAVITY 2GX AND AERO 45 ADJUSTING THE REAR SEAT HEIGHT 2GX AND AERO 45 ADJUSTING THE REAR WHEEL SPACING REPLACING THE CAMBER PLUGS OUR RENE n wd 46 ADJUSTING THE CENTER OF GRAVITY XO sissasco SA s aS era ERI 47 ADJUSTING THE REAR SEAT HEIGHT XO arn 47 ADJUSTING THE REAR WHEEL SPACING REPLACING THE CAMBER PLUGS XC 47 ADJUSTING TOE IN TOE OU L nara e ERER ER ERE EA E RE AR AERE RAINER 48 OM FOLDING 0907RevB ix Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 9 AXLES AND AMPUTEE ADAPTERS 50 STAINLESS AND TITANIUM QUICK RELEASE AXLES 2GX AERO X SX TX X AND XC
5. 50 Adjusting the Quick Release Axle sssssessessessssccccssescossesecossscsosssescoceseccosessseeoo 50 QUAD QUICK RELEASE AXLES SX TX X XC AND AERO 51 Adjusting the Quad Quick Release 51 Adjusting th PLAY 51 AMPUTEE ADAPTERS SX X AND AERO 52 CHAPTER 10 WHEEL 65 2 22 2 53 STANDARD PUSH TO LOCK 2GX AERO X SX TX X AND 53 Replacing the Push to Lock Wheel LOCK 5i eee ee eese ohh roo e Ron a E E eR ARA 53 UNI LOCK 2GX AERO X SX X TX AND XC esee eost Ea E YER EPA ER SEE 54 Adjusting the Unr Eock Wheel LOGCk ore epa ehh a Ebo X EYRRPREREPREPRTRRYER 54 Replacing the Uni Lock Wheel LOCK een rrr aho po E RE ET Ha a FAR 54 Changing the Uni Lock From the Push to the Pull 54 Repositioning the Handle of the Uni Lock Wheel 54 UNI LOCK WITH EXTENSION HANDLES 2GX AERO X SX TX X AND 55 COMPOSITE SCISSOR LOCK 2GX AERO X SX TX X AND 55 Adjusting the Composite Sci
6. 3 16 Allen Wrench To remove the entire side guard assembly including the side guard clamp 1 Remove the side guard from the side guard mount See Figure 36 2 Remove the Allen Screw that secures the two halves of the side guard clamp to the frame See Figure 37 Back Upholstery Flap Back Cane Figure 35 Cloth Side Guards Side Guard Bracket Side Guard Mount Allen Screws Side Guard Clamp Figure 36 Quad Removable Side Guard A and Rigid Removable Side Guard B Folding Owners Manual 34 FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 6 SIDE GUARDS Reinstalling Rigid Side Guard Assembly Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench Side Guard 1 Align the two halves of the side guard clamp around the seat tube of Clamp Hole the chair frame See Figure 37 The half of the side guard clamp to which the side guard mount is attached has a dowel pin protruding from the clamp that must be inserted in the side guard clamp hole in the frame 2 Insert the Allen Screw into the two halves of the side guard clamp and securely tighten 3 Insert the side guard bracket into the side guard mount and adjust the two Allen Screws as described under Adjusting Rigid Side Guards on page 34 Side Gua Bracket Fixed In Place Side guards Aluminum or Carbon Dowe Fiber Side Guard TX and XC Mount Side Guard Clamp Figure 37 If your chair has a fixed in place side guard you can not remove the side guard
7. OM FOLDING 0907RevB Folding Owners Manual Thank you for purchasing a ite Located in a 50 000 square foot facility in the southeastern corner of Washington State TiLite is surrounded by miles of potato fields Our biggest distraction is the occasional wind blown tumbleweed which gives us plenty of time to think about innovative designs and cutting edge materials Your hand made TiLite wheelchair is the result of extensive research into wheeled mobility It represents the latest in state of the art design and performance TiLite combines the finest frame and component materials with sophisticated manufacturing and quality control procedures ensuring you many years of exceptional performance and durability Please take a moment to register your new TiLite with the registration card on page 10 or at http www tilite com under the CONTACT TiLITE tab This will allow us to better serve you should you have any questions regarding your TiLite At TiLite we took great pride in building you The Ultimate Ride Once again thank you for choosing TiLite Sincerely The TiLITE family QA LAB Kap mm 124 David Lippes Alan Ludovici Marty Ball Chairman amp CEO VP of Engineering VP of Sales 72 _ gt Ee Lx 2d A 2 2 Ken Winward lain Bampton Ed Owings VP of Quality Fabrication Supervisor Technical Director An Mark Westphal Josh Anderson Rick Forman
8. Camber Clamp CG Brackets 1 Remove the rear wheels 2 Loosen but do not remove the two Allen Screws that secure the camber plug to each camber plug clamp See Figure 47 If you are adjusting the rear wheel spacing only loosen the screws enough to permit the camber plug to slide in and out of the camber plug clamp Allen Screws Lock Washers and skip to Step 5 below 3 Remove the camber plug from the camber plug clamp Figure 49 4 Install the new camber plug in the camber plug clamp TX Adjusting the Center of Gravity 5 The amount of the camber plug that extends outside of the camber plug clamp affects the rear wheel spacing The less of the camber plug that extends outside the camber plug clamp the narrower the rear wheel spacing The more of the camber plug that extends outside the camber plug clamp the wider the rear wheel spacing However the distance from the camber plug clamp to the end of the camber plug should never exceed 1 Make sure the distance from the outside edge of the camber clamp to the end of the camber plug is identical on each side of the chair Note If your desired rear wheel width would require that more than 1 of the camber plug extends beyond the camber plug clamp consider repositioning the camber plug clamp to the outside of the adjustable axle plate See Figure 48 6 Before tightening the four Allen Screws use a level to make sure that the notches on the camber plug are perpendicular to the gro
9. Z WARNING Always mount identical size front casters and forks on both sides of your wheelchair f you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Note The following instructions apply with respect to all 3 4 5 6 and 9m 9 6 8 SX and X only front casters See Figure 81 Figure 81 SX X XC Available Forks Replacing Front Casters Tools Needed Two 1 8 Allen Wrenches 1 Remove the two Allen Screws finish washers and axle that secure the front caster to the fork See Figure 82 Note It will be necessary to use one Allen Wrench to hold one screw in place and a second Allen Wrench to loosen the other screw See Figure 82 2 Remove the front caster and fork spacers from the fork 3 Install the new front caster and fork spacers onto the fork and securely tighten the two Allen Screws Note It will be necessary to use one Allen Wrench to hold one screw in place in order to be able to Allen Screw securely tighten the other screw with the second Allen Wrench Finish Washer Axle Fork Finish Washer Allen Screw Fork Spacers Z WARNING The threads on the Allen Screws that secure the front casters to the forks have been treated with a medium strength threadlock to reduce the possibility they will become loose You should be able to remove and reinstall these Allen Screws two or three times without reap
10. akon gt Folding Owners Manual 8 OM FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS 11 When bending or leaning ALWAYS grasp one rear wheel with one hand This will help to prevent a fall if the chair starts to tip over 12 ALWAYS rotate the front casters until they are trailing forward This will make the chair more stable NOTE To get your front casters to trail forward first move your chair forward past the object you want to reach and second back up alongside the object By moving backward your front casters will rotate and trail forward If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair E MOVING BACKWARD Z WARNING When you propel backward you will tend to shift your weight backward making a tip over more likely In addition you may be unable to see an obstruction that could block one of your wheels and cause a tip over Therefore use extreme caution when propelling backward If you must propel backward 1 ALWAYS propel slowly with smooth short strokes 2 MAKE frequent stops to check for obstructions in your path 3 If your chair has anti tippers ALWAYS make sure to lock them in place If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair F WHEELIES Z WARNING Balancing in your chair on just the rear
11. 4 Securely tighten both armrest pins in the new location 5 Reinstall the armrest in the armrest receiver Adjusting the height of the Tubular Swing Away Armrest Receiver 2GX and Aero X Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench 1 Remove the armrest from the armrest receiver 2 Remove the two Allen Screws pass through the frame and the armrest receiver See Figure 30 3 Reposition the armrest receiver to the desired height and reinsert the Allen Screws Securely tighten the Allen Screws and Locknuts 4 Reinstall the armrest in the armrest receiver Adjusting the Height on the Armrest Receiver SX and X Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench Note Unless you ordered anti tippers for your X or SX chair the armrest receiver may be raised or lowered to achieve a higher or lower height for the swing away armrest 1 Remove the armrest from the armrest receiver CHAPTER 5 ARMRESTS Armrest Re REL Allen Screws Armrest Receiver Figure 26 SX X Tubular Swing Away Armrest Armrest Armrest Pin Armrest Receiver Figure 27 TX X XC Tubular Swing Away Armrest Armrest Pins Armrest Armrest Receiver Figure 28 2GX Aero X Tubular Swing Away Armrests FOLDING 0907RevB 31 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 5 ARMRESTS 2 Remove the two Allen Screws that pass through the frame the armrest receiver and the various washers and locknuts
12. 5 Depress the release button on the quick release axle and slide the axle through the rear wheel hub 6 Depress the release button and reinstall rear wheel into the axle sleeve 7 Before riding in the chair make sure the locking balls have fully secured the wheel in the axle sleeve by pulling on the hub without depressing the release button on the quick release axle If the locking balls do not fully engage repeat these procedures and increase the play i e increase the distance between the locknut and the locking balls to permit the locking balls to fully engage properly Also check to make sure there is not too much play in the axle Folding Owners Manual 50 FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 9 AXLES AND AMPUTEE ADAPTERS Quad Quick Release Axles SX TX X XC and Aero X Adjusting the Quad Quick Release Handle Z WARNING Quick release axles are pre adjusted to permit minimal play in the axle TiLite recommends that you do not adjust 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 chair without warning TiLite recommends that any adjustments be made by an authorized TiLite dealer If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage
13. Removing Replacing Side Guard Assembly FOLDING 0907RevB 35 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 7 BACK UPHOLSTERY SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS Padded Nylon Back Upholstery 2GX Aero X SX and X Replacing the Upholstery Tools Needed Phillips Screwdriver Scissors 1 Remove the seat cushion 2 Cut the plastic ties that secure the bottom of the back upholstery to the frame See Figure 38 3 Remove the screw that secures the upholstery to each back cane See Figure 38 4 Slide the upholstery off the back canes 5 Slide new upholstery onto the back canes 6 Secure the upholstery to the back canes with the screws removed in Step 3 7 Secure the bottom of back upholstery to the seat frame with new plastic ties 8 Replace the seat cushion Note If your chair has push handles you will not be able to slide the back upholstery off the top of the back canes Instead you will need to remove the back canes See Adjustable Height Backrest Straight or 8 Bend With or Without Integrated Push Handles SX and X on pages 28 and 29 or Adjustable Height Backrest Straight or 8 Bend With or Without Integrated Push Handles 2GX and Aero X on pages 28 and 29 Then you can slide the back upholstery off the bottom end of the back canes and install the new upholstery in this manner as well Tension Adjustable Back Upholstery Straps 2GX Aero X SX TX X and XC Adjusting the Tension 1 Liftthe back f
14. The two Allen Screws also may pass through the axle plate See Figure 31 Armrest Pins 3 Reposition the armrest receiver to the desired height and reinsert the Allen Screws through the complete assembly Securely tighten the Armrest Allen Screws and locknuts 4 Reinstall the armrest in the armrest receiver Armrest Receiver Z WARNING When reassembling always make sure that each axle plate is bolted to the frame with four Allen Screws This may limit your options for adjusting the height of the armrest receiver Figure 29 2GX Aero X TX XC Height Adjustment of Tubular Swing Away Armrests Removable Desk Arm and Removable Desk Arm with EOM Transfer Loop 2GX Aero X SX TX X and XC Armrest Pins ZA WARNING Armrest Make sure the locking pin activated by the height adjustment lever is securely positioned in the desk arm bracket before applying weight to the armrest Armrest Receiver Adjusting the Armrest Height Allan Screws 1 Pull up on the height adjustment lever to permit the armrest to be raised or lowered to the desired height See Figures 32 and 33 2 After repositioning the armrest to the desired height release the Figure 30 height adjustment lever to lock the armrest in that position The 2GX Aero X Height Adjustment of Armrest positioning holes are in 1 2 increments The height ranges from 9 to Receiver 12 or 12 to 15 depending on the size of desk arm ordered Removing Allen Screws
15. level surface All of these adjustments are explained elsewhere in this Manual 3 Loosen but do not remove the Allen Screws on the footrest clamp only on the side of the chair with the floating caster See Figures 97 and 98 4 Place a wood block under the other caster wheel which is not floating as shown in Figure 99 5 Apply gentle downward pressure on the caster wheel that is floating It is advisable that you have an assistant to place downward pressure on the opposite side of the chair at the backrest when making this adjustment Caster Clamp Allen Screws Fork Figure 96 2GX Aero X Adjustable Caster Position Footrest Assembly Allen Screws Figure 97 2GX Aero X TX Fixing Floaters Frame Snap Button Allen Screw Binder Clamp Footrest Assembly Figure 98 SX X XC Fixing Floaters OM_FOLDING_0907RevB 63 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 11 CASTERS FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS 6 Remove the wood block and check to see if the caster still floats If the caster no longer floats securely tighten the Allen Screws on the footrest clamp If the caster still floats or if the other caster starts to float repeat steps 2 through 6 until the caster no longer floats Frog Legs 2GX Aero X SX X TX X and XC Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench Replacing the Elastomer Shock 1 2 3 Remove Allen Screws from hinge and push out the threaded spacer See Figure 100 Rotate the fork stem secti
16. using a soft cloth moistened with glass cleaner or wood furniture polish Note Do NOT use a Scotch Brite pad on the logo and NEVER use steel wool to clean your frame 2 If your titanium chair came with a Polished finish use a soft cloth to clean the finish If necessary moisten the cloth with glass cleaner Note NEVER use Scotch Brite pads or steel wool on a polished frame 3 If your chair has a painted aluminum frame use a soft clean cloth with soap and water to clean the frame Immediately dry the frame and all components and parts that become wet Note Do NOT use Scotch Brite pads steel wool abrasive cleaners or petroleum derived products to clean painted aluminum frames Cleaning the Cross Tubes Use a soft clean cloth with soap and water to clean the painted aluminum cross tubes Immediately dry the cross tubes and all components and parts that become wet Note Do NOT use Scotch Brite pads steel wool abrasive cleaners or petroleum derived products to clean painted aluminum cross tubes the Upholstery Regularly hand wash the seat sling and back upholstery using water and a mild detergent Always air dry the upholstery 2 NEVER machine wash the upholstery and NEVER machine dry the upholstery 3 When washing the upholstery carefully check for sagging rips or tears If you find any rips or tears you MUST order new upholstery 4 After washing the seat sling always check the tension while seated in the c
17. 1 To remove the desk arm assembly press and hold the armrest release lever See Figures 32 and 33 2 While holding the armrest release lever lift the desk arm assembly to Armrest remove it from the mounting bracket attached to the wheelchair frame See Figure 34 Axel Plate Replacing Locknuts Slide the desk arm bracket into the mounting bracket attached to the wheelchair frame See Figure 34 Figure 31 Height Adjustment of Armrest Receiver Z WARNING Make sure the desk arm bracket securely locks in the mounting bracket 4 Armrest before applying weight to the desk arm Height Release Adjustment Lever Lever Locking Pin Desk Arm Bracket Figure 32 Removable Desk Arm Folding Owners Manual 32 OM FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 5 ARMRESTS Armrest p Height Release Lever Adjustment gt Lever Locking Pin 1 Transfer Loop Desk Arm Bracket Figure 33 Removable Desk Arm with Transfer Loop Release Lever Desk Arm Bracket Mounting Bracket Figure 34 Replacing the Mounting Bracket FOLDING 0907RevB 33 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 6 SIDE GUARDS Cloth Side Guards 2GX Aero X SX TX X and XC Removing Replacing Cloth Side Guards 1 Lift up on the seat cushion and remove it from the chair 2 Separate the cloth side guards from the back upholstery and from the frame See Figure
18. 34 3 If desired install new cloth side guards onto the frame and back upholstery Note For Padded Nylon Back Upholstery the fastening flaps that secure the cloth side guards to the back upholstery wrap around the outside of the back canes and attach to the outside of the back upholstery For tension adjustable by straps back upholstery the fastening flaps that secure the cloth side guards to the back upholstery wrap around the outside of the back canes and under the back upholstery flap 4 Replace the seat cushion Rigid Removable and Quad Removable Side Guards Aluminum and Carbon Fiber 2GX Aero X SX TX X and XC Using Rigid Side Guards To remove either type of rigid side guard lift the side guard out of the side guard mount by grasping it at the top or by placing a finger in the hole and pull it upward See Figure 36 To replace place the side guard bracket into the slot between the side guard mount and the side guard clamp and push down See Figure 36 Adjusting Rigid Side Guards Tools Needed 1 8 Allen Wrench You can adjust the snugness of the fit of the side guard bracket in the side guard mount by loosening or tightening the two Allen Screws in the side guard mount See Figure 36 Either type of rigid side guard can be made non removable by firmly tightening the two Allen Screws in the side guard mount while the side guard is installed See Figure 36 Removing Rigid Side Guard Assembly Tools Needed
19. 36 TENSION ADJUSTABLE BACK UPHOLSTERY STRAPS 2GX AERO X SX TX X AND XC 36 Adjusting the Tension E ER MERE 36 Replacing the Upholstery PASEREREPERRERSEA NERO ERRARE ERE RERUM I 37 HOOK amp LOOP ADJUSTABLE BACKREST UPHOLSTERY AND 37 Adjusting the 55 FETA UR E E OM 37 Replacing th Upholstery eee ie eae OR ER VRXFRWCRORAM EN EREQE IAS FRAME VENTAS EED NEP RUN KE REO E E UNUS 37 TENSION ADJUSTABLE BOLT ON SEAT SLING SX X AND 38 Adjusting the Tension exeunt IEEIE E ERFERA VEEFARE OE EXEERORATE s nsus nra HE SEESE A TRSERE E E du Od 38 Replacing the Upholstery M E VENUS 38 TENSION ADJUSTABLE SLIDE IN SEAT SLING 2GX AERO X AND 39 Adjusting the TENSION EM 39 Replacing the Upholstery iiir inr RE VERSA CUN 39 TILITE SEAT CUSHION 2GX AERO X SX TX X AND 40 Replacing the Foam Insert to Your TiLite Seat 40 CHAPTER 8 AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS CENTER OF GRAVITY REAR SEAT 41 ADJUSTING THE CENTER OF GRAVITY SX AND
20. ANGLE FORK 2GX AND AERO esses eese od 62 ADJUSTABLE CASTER POSITION 2GX AND AERO 2 4 63 Folding Owners Manual X OM FOLDING 0907RevB FLOATING CASTERS 2GX AERO X SX X TX AND 2 2 63 FROG LEGS 2GX AERO X SX X TX X AND SER ERERR Rr E ar 64 Replacing the Elastomer ShOoCk POE PONES ERES P RE e Esp d 64 CHAPTER 12 REAR 65 REAR WHEELS WITH QUICK RELEASE AXLES ALL 5 65 REMOVING 65 atodol k Cod 65 REAR WHEELS WITH QUAD RELEASE AXLE ALL MODELS 65 RE DIACING e 65 HANDRIMS ALL MODELS UR ERES EROR ENDE REEP EM YR 66 Replacing the Handle PER cosduessedncssasusesedvanesccasassaseaswacenwed 66 REAR WHEEL SPACERS ALL 67 Adjusting Rear Wheel Spacing cs csscsstescesdessscvesssntecesarsaseareicesaseesevarsieesactissassecaseisensd 67 REAR ANTI TIPS ALL MODELS 68 A 68 MOUNTING THE REAR ANTI TIP RECEPTA
21. Lock Position Wheel Lock Handle Base Socket Head Cap Screw Figure 71 Push to Lock Position OM FOLDING 0907RevB 53 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 10 WHEEL LOCKS Uni Lock 2GX Aero X SX X TX and XC Adjusting the Uni Lock Wheel Lock Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 Loosen the two Allen Screws in the wheel lock clamp See Figure 69 2 Adjust the position of the wheel lock clamp on the frame so the wheel stop embeds at least 3 16 into the tire when engaged in the locked position 3 Securely tighten the two Allen Screws that secure the wheel lock clamp to the frame Replacing the Uni Lock Wheel Lock Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 Loosen the two Allen Screws that secure the wheel lock clamp to the frame 2 Slide the old Uni Lock out of the wheel lock clamp See Figure 69 3 Slide the new Uni Lock into the wheel lock clamp but do not tighten the Allen Screws 4 Follow the procedures under Adjusting the Uni Lock Wheel Lock on page 54 to position and secure the new wheel lock Changing the Uni Lock From the Push to the Pull Position Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench The Uni Lock wheel lock can be set up so that you either pull the handle to engage the lock or push the handle to engage the lock To determine which setup you have locate the small socket head cap screw in the wheel lock handle base If it is in the upper position see Figure 70 the Uni Lock is set to the Pu
22. See Figure 59 6 Securely tighten all four Allen Screws 7 Reinstall the rear wheels 8 Check the toe in toe out and adjust as needed o RO Adjusting Toe In Toe Out Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench Ruler or Tape Measure Level 9 16 Torque Wrench 1 Make sure both rear wheels are equally spaced See Adjusting Rear Wheel Spacing Replacing the Camber Plugs on pages 44 47 2 Make sure the rear wheels are properly inflated 3 Place the chair on all four wheels with the front casters trailing toward the rear of the frame See Figure 60 4 Measure from the floor to the center of the axle Measurement Be sure the tape measure ruler is perpendicular to the floor See Figure 60 Figure 61 Adjusting Toe in Toe Out Measurement B Figure 62 Adjusting Toe in Toe Out Measurement Figure 63 Adjusting Toe in Toe Out Measurement D Folding Owners Manual 48 FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 8 AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS CENTER OF GRAVITY 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Block the wheels with a heavy object so the chair can not roll forward or backward do not use the wheel locks as this may affect the toe in toe out adjustment Measuring from the floor at the rear of each tire mark the tire with a felt tip pen at the same height as Measurement A Measuring from the floor at the front of eac
23. TERRAIN Z WARNING Your TiLite wheelchair is designed for riding over firm relatively smooth surfaces such as concrete and asphalt outdoors and indoor flooring wood tile etc and carpeting Your TiLite wheelchair is NOT designed for riding over sand loose soil or rough terrain Do NOT operate your chair in such terrain You may damage the wheels or axles or loosen fasteners of your chair If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Folding Owners Manual 2 OM FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY WARNING TiLite wheelchairs are NOT designed to be used for seating in a motor vehicle and TiLite wheelchairs do NOT meet Federal standards for motor vehicle seating 1 NEVER sit in your chair while in any type of moving vehicle bus automobile van truck boat train etc In an accident or sudden stop you may be thrown from the chair In an accident or sudden stop a wheelchair seat belt will NOT prevent injuries and may in fact cause injuries 2 ALWAYS transfer to an approved vehicle seat before the vehicle begins moving 3 ALWAYS secure yourself in the approved vehicle seat using the proper seating restraints in a motor vehicle lap shoulder belts in a plane lap belts etc 4 NEVER transport your chair in the front seat of a vehicle Movements of the vehicle may cause the chair to sh
24. chair is flame retardant Laundering or allowing the upholstery to become wet repeatedly will reduce the flame retardant qualities of the fabric 3 DO NOT drop down into your chair By placing undue force on the upholstery you will weaken the fabric and it may become worn sooner than it otherwise would If you do drop down into your chair on a regular basis inspect and replace the upholstery more often 4 The upholstery on your chair will weaken with age and use Regularly inspect your upholstery for fraying thin spots or stretching of the fabric at the rivet holes If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair D SEATING SYSTEMS Z WARNING TiLite does not sell any seating systems specifically designed for use with TiLite wheelchairs nor does TiLite recommend any particular seating system If your doctor or therapist recommends that you use a seating system with your TiLite chair always consult with an authorized TiLite dealer to determine if the recommended seating system is compatible with your TiLite chair In addition the following warnings must be followed Folding Owners Manual 12 OM_FOLDING_0907RevB CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS 1 If you add a seating system to your chair you will affect its center of balance This may cause the chair to tip over Therefore NEVER install a new seating system on your own Instead
25. clean and free from moisture If pneumatic check for proper inflation as per the sidewall under inflation will increase rolling resistance and will prevent wheel locks from properly engaging and over inflation may cause a tire to explode Armrests Inspect to ensure that all hardware is securely attached Footrests Hangers Inspect to ensure that all hardware is securely attached Anti tips Inspect anti tip wheel for cracks and wear Inspect to ensure that anti tip receptacle is securely attached Inspect for cracks MUST make sure that axle locks properly in the axle sleeve every time you remove and reinstall a rear wheel and you should verify this at least weekly Folding Owners Manual 18 OM FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 2 SAFETY INSPECTION MAINTENANCE amp TROUBLESHOOTING Cleaning Clean your chair regularly Cleaning often will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your chair Cleaning the Frame 1 If your titanium frame came with a Satin finish use a soft cloth to clean the finish If necessary moisten the cloth with glass cleaner If the Satin finish of your chair becomes scratched you can buff out the scratch using a Scotch Brite pad Moisten the pad with water and rub it over the scratch in a circular motion After buffing wipe off the buffed area
26. configuration shown in Figure 52a or 52c Depending on the desired location of the center of gravity and or rear seat height it may be necessary to change the configuration of the camber mount clamps and axle plates to one of the other configurations shown in Figure 52 Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench Ruler 1 Partially fold the chair and remove the rear wheels 2 Loosen the six Allen Screws three on each side of the chair that secure the clamps at either end of the vertical axle plates to the frame See Figure 53 3 Reposition the rear axle assemblies to the desired location on both sides of the frame 4 Using a ruler make sure that both axle assemblies are the same distance forward from the rear of the frame Securely tighten all six Allen Screws Reinstall the rear wheels and unfold the chair Check the toe in toe out and adjust as needed and square the front casters as needed Noc Note If the preceding procedure does not permit you to achieve your desired center of gravity consider utilizing one of the other configurations shown in Figure 52 For example if your chair was delivered in the configuration shown in Figure 52A but you want the center of gravity more forward while maintaining the same rear seat height then switch the left and right axle plates and camber mount clamps so as to achieve the configuration shown in Figure 52H Adjusting the Rear Seat Height 2GX and Aero X Note The camber mount clam
27. is a unique piece of medical equipment with unique handling maneuvering and ride characteristics Whether you are a new wheelchair user or have years of experience you MUST take the time to acclimate to this particular chair before you begin riding Start slowly and take the time to learn the handling maneuvering and ride characteristics of this chair For example your previous chair may have been a heavier and less responsive chair and therefore you may be used to using more force than is necessary to maneuver your TiLite chair If you ignore these warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair C WEIGHT LIMITATION Z WARNING TiLite wheelchairs have a weight limit of 250 pounds 113 6 kilograms This weight limitation applies to the combined weight of the user and any items carried by the user DO NOT exceed this weight limit If you exceed the limit you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair D PREVENTING ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES Z WARNING 1 You MUST be properly and fully trained in the safe use of this wheelchair by your health care advisor BEFORE you use this chair 2 Together with your health care advisor you MUST analyze your level of function and ability and develop your own methods for safe use that best suit you based on your level of function and ability 3 You M
28. items will lower your center of gravity and reduce but not eliminate your risk of a tip over In order to reduce the risk of a tip over you should 1 CONSULT your doctor nurse or therapist to find out what axle and caster position and other chair configuration options are best for you 2 CONSULT your authorized TiLite dealer BEFORE you modify or adjust your wheelchair Often an adjustment you wish to make can be offset by another that you have not considered For example you may want to adjust the back angle rearward which will increase the likelihood of a rear tip over You might not think you could counteract this tendency by moving the rear wheels backward Your authorized TiLite dealer will be able to give you expert personalized advice in such matters See Changing Adjusting Your Wheelchair on page 2 of this Manual 3 ALWAYS have someone assist you until you learn your chair s balance points and are completely comfortable in your ability to operate your chair under all conditions so as to avoid tip overs 4 ALWAYS use anti tippers See Changing Adjusting Your Wheel Chair on page 2 of this Manual If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair B TRANSFERRING IN AND OUT OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR Z WARNING Transferring in or out of your wheelchair is one of the most dangerous things you can attempt relating to your wheelchair
29. lip at the bottom of a slope For example even a 3 4 inch lip at the bottom of a ramp can cause the front casters to stop and cause the chair to tip forward Folding Owners Manual 10 OM FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS 12 Ramps at your home and work must meet all legal requirements for your area including building codes If you are having a ramp installed at your home or work ALWAYS make sure it complies with local legal requirements If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair J STAIRS Z WARNING NEVER use your wheelchair on stairs without the assistance of at least two 2 able bodied assistants or attendants and ONLY AFTER such assistants or attendants have read and understand the Warnings Climbing a Flight of Stairs and Descending a Flight of Stairs on pages 5 6 If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair K ESCALATORS Z N WARNING NEVER use your wheelchair on an escalator not even with an assistant or attendant If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair L ASSISTANTS AND ATTENDANTS Z WARNING Before you permit any person to assist you in any aspect of riding your whe
30. procedures it will be necessary to adjust both sides of the frame simultaneously because the left and right footrests are attached to operate as a 1 piece footrest See Figure 16 Adjusting the Angle of the Footrest You can adjust the height and the angle of the footrest by using the tools and following the procedures for adjusting the angle of the Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrest as set forth under Flip Up Footrest Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrest Depth Adjustable Flip Up Footrest and Depth and Angle Adjustable Flip up Footrest on pages 19 20 1 Piece Flip Up Footrest 2GX Aero X SX TX and X The 1 Piece Flip Up Footrest can be lifted up completely Note When returning the footrest to the down position make sure that the latch properly engages with the latch spacer See Figures 17 and 18 Figure 16 2GX Aero X TX X Piece 1 Piece Over Center Footrest Figure 17 2GX Aero X SX TX X One Piece Flip Up Footrest Latch Spacer Figure 18 2GX Aero X SX TX X One Piece Flip Up Footrest in Up Position Folding Owners Manual 26 FOLDING 0907RevB Z WARNING If you have leg spasticity that requires that your feet be secured to the footrest you should not use a 1 Piece Flip Up Footrest because the latch mechanism does not lock and prevent inadvertent disengaging If your feet are secured to the footrest and you unintentionally lift your feet you will disengage the latch which could cause the footrest to co
31. remove the locknuts that secure the handrim tabs to the rear wheel See Figure 105 4 Remove the existing handrim 5 Install the new handrim by reversing the procedures in step 3 above Note Your handrim may have two 2 holes on each tab as shown in Figure 105 If you choose to install the handrim the position closest to the wheel cut off the extra length of tab Otherwise it could catch on your clothing or body 6 Make sure the rim strip is properly in place so the screws do not puncture the inner tube Inflate the tire to the correct PSI Rating on the sidewall of the tire 7 Reinstall the rear wheel on the chair 8 Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel if necessary Pin Presta Valve Figure 104 Presta Valve Knurled Nut Figure 105 Handrim Replacement Camber Tube Camber Plug Axle Sleeve Figure 106 Rear Wheel Spacing 1 8 Spacer Folding Owners Manual 66 FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 12 REAR WHEELS Rear Wheel Spacers All Models Adjusting Rear Wheel Spacing Tools required 7 8 open ended wrench 3 4 open ended wrench Torque Wrench A WARNING Do not use spacers exceeding a total of 3 4 If more than 3 4 of the axle Sleeve is outside of the camber plug the axle sleeve could disengage from the camber plug while you are using the chair f you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously inju
32. shown in Figure 73 the wheel lock handle attaches to the wheel lock handle base with two Allen Screws There is only one hole in the wheel lock handle base through which to attach the upper Allen Screw There are three holes in the wheel lock handle base through which to attach the lower Allen Screw 2 Remove the lower Allen Screw and nut that secure the wheel lock handle to the wheel lock handle base 3 Loosen but do not remove the upper Allen Screw that secures the wheel lock handle to the wheel lock handle base 4 Reposition the wheel lock handle to the desired Standard Handle Position 1 2 or 3 see Figures 74 and 75 and replace the Allen Screw and nut 5 Securely tighten both Allen Screws and nuts Reverse Handle Positions 1 2 3 You can achieve three additional wheel lock handle positions for your Uni Lock by reversing the wheel lock handles from the right and left Uni Locks To do this follow the procedures below Tools Needed 1 8 Allen Wrench 3 8 Open End Wrench 1 Remove the two Allen Screws and nuts that secure the wheel lock handle to the wheel lock handle base on both the right and left Uni locks See Figure 73 2 Position the wheel lock handle from the left Uni Lock on the right Uni Lock in the desired position See Figures 76 and 77 3 Reinstall the two Allen Screws and nuts that secure the wheel lock handle to the wheel lock handle base 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 with the wheel lock handle from the
33. that seating rather than using your chair If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair K OBTAINING ASSISTANCE ZA WARNING For The Wheelchair User ALWAYS make sure that each person who assists you reads and understands this entire Manual especially the Warnings in Chapter 1 For Attendants Assistants 1 ALWAYS work with the user s health care advisor to learn safe methods to assist the wheelchair user and to determine which methods are best suited to your abilities and those of the user 2 ALWAYS communicate to the user what you plan to do before you do it and explain what you expect the user to do while you are taking such action This will put the user at ease and reduce the risk of an accident due to a miscommunication 3 ALWAYS use good posture and proper body mechanics in order to avoid injury to your back 4 When you lift or support the user or tilt the chair ALWAYS bend your knees slightly and keep your back as upright and straight as you can 5 Wheelchair push handles are designed to provide a secure location for an attendant to grip the rear of the wheelchair to prevent a fall or tip over ALWAYS make sure the wheelchair has push handles and ALWAYS use them REGULARLY check to make sure the push handle grips are securely seated on the back canes so they will not rotate or slip off 6 If you are going to tilt the
34. the distance between the quick release nut and the locking balls to permit the locking balls to fully engage properly Also check to make sure there is not too much play in the axle See Adjusting the Play on page 52 OM FOLDING 0907RevB 51 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 9 AXLES AND AMPUTEE ADAPTERS Adjusting the Play Tools Needed 5 64 Allen Wrench Z WARNING Quick release axles are pre adjusted to permit minimal play in the axle TiLite recommends that you do not adjust 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 chair without warning TiLite recommends that any adjustments be made by an authorized TiLite dealer If you ignore this Warning you may Figure 66 fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself 2GX Aero X Amputee Adapters or others or damage the wheelchair If there is too much play in the axle so the wheel is loose when locked into position in the axle sleeve or too little play so the locking balls do not properly engage follow this procedure 1 Flip the quick release handle to the unlocked position and remove rear wheel and quick release axle See Figure 65 2 Adjust Set Screw 3 on the quick release nut so that no portion of Set Screw 3 is protruding ou
35. them safely 1 Belts must fit snugly in order to work properly However they must not be so snug they interfere with your breathing Your health care advisor should be able to slide his or her open hand flat between the belt and your body 2 Make sure you do not slide down in your chair while wearing a belt If this should happen you may suffer chest compression or be suffocated due to pressure from the belt 3 Do not use a positioning or seat belt unless you are capable of removing the belts easily in an emergency If you cannot do this consult with your health care advisor for other options to help with your posture 4 There are devices that help to keep you from sliding down in the seat of your wheelchair such as a pelvic wedge Consult with your health care advisor to find out if you need to use such a device in conjunction with positioning or seat belts to mitigate the risks described above 5 NEVER use positioning or seat belts as a motor vehicle restraint These types of belts are not intended to protect the wheelchair rider from the forces involved in a vehicle accident and they may in fact cause you to be injured TiLite recommends wheelchair users ALWAYS transfer to appropriate motor vehicle seating when traveling in a motor vehicle Note to Attendants Assistants NEVER use positioning or seat belts as a patient restraint a restraint requires a doctor s order or on a wheelchair user who is comatose or agitated If you ignore t
36. to toe in the wheels Continue adjusting the axle sleeves until these two measurements are equal Measure the distance from the tube to the inside of the tire at the front of each tire on both sides of the frame Measurement B See Figure 63 If Measurement B is the same on both sides of the chair proceed to step 17 If Measurement B is not the same on both sides of the chair you will need to rotate the camber plugs in the camber plug clamps as necessary to make sure Measurement B is equal on both sides of the chair Make sure when you rotate the camber plugs you do not affect the rear wheel spacing See Adjusting Rear Wheel Spacing Replacing the Camber Plugs on pages 44 47 After adjusting the camber plugs in step 15 it will be necessary to recheck the toe in toe out See steps 6 through 10 above Securely tighten the Allen Screws in the camber plug clamps See Figures 47 50 or 56 REAR SEAT HEIGHT Axle Sleeve Locking Balls Locknut Figure 64 Adjusting the Quick Release Axle FOLDING 0907RevB 49 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 9 AXLES AND AMPUTEE ADAPTERS Z WARNING Do not attempt any of the procedures in this Chapter when the chair is occupied If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Locking Ball Quick Release Nut Stainless and Titanium Quick Release Axles gt 62 Quick Release Ha
37. various washers and nuts and any other parts such as anti tip receptacles were originally installed on the chair as you will need to reinstall all of the parts in the exact same order in Step 7 below See Figure 19 4 f your chair is equipped with stroller handles or swing away armrests remove the four Allen Screws two on each side of the chair that secure the Axle Plate and stroller handle or armrest brackets to the frame Carefully note the order in which the various washers and nuts were originally installed on the chair as you will need to reinstall all of these parts in Step 6 below See Figure 20 5 Adjust the backrest extension tubes to the desired height See Figures 18 or 19 6 Reinstall the axle plate and stroller handle or armrest receivers if removed in Step 4 above 7 Reinstall the axle plate removed in Step 3 above 8 Reinstall the backrest upholstery Adjust the backrest upholstery to the desired tautness See Chapter 7 Back Upholstery Seat Upholstery and Seat Cushions on pages 36 40 Adjustable Height Backrest Straight or 8 Bend With or Without Integrated Push Handles 2GX and Aero X Adjusting the Backrest Height Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench 1 Observe the tautness of the back upholstery 2 Remove the back upholstery See Chapter 7 Back Upholstery Seat Upholstery and Seat Cushions on pages 36 40 3 Remove the two Allen Screws one on each side of the
38. wheel locks securely prevent the chair from rolling If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Standard Push to Lock 2GX Aero X SX TX X and XC Adjusting the Push to Lock Wheel Lock Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 Loosen the Allen Screws in the wheel lock clamp See Figure 68 2 Adjust the position of the wheel lock clamp on the frame so the wheel stop embeds at least 3 16 into the tire when engaged in the locked position 3 Securely tighten the two Allen Screws that secure the wheel lock clamp to the frame Replacing the Push to Lock Wheel Lock Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 Loosen the two Allen Screws that secure the wheel lock clamp to the frame 2 Slide the old Standard Push to Lock wheel lock out of the wheel lock clamp See Figure 68 3 Slide the new wheel lock into the wheel lock clamp but do not tighten the Allen Screws 4 Follow the procedures under Adjusting the Push to Lock Wheel Lock on page 53 to position and secure the new wheel lock CHAPTER 10 WHEEL LOCKS Wheel Lock Allen Handle Clamp Screws Wheel Tire Figure 68 Adjusting Replacing Standard Push to Lock Wheel Lock Wheel Lock Wheel Lock Handle Base Uni Lock Figure 69 Adjusting Replacing Uni Lock Wheel lock Socket Head Cap Screw Wheel Lock Handle Base Figure 70 Pull to
39. which is a function of your center of gravity in the chair its center of balance and stability The type of chair the setup of your chair the options on your chair and the changes you make to the setup or options will all affect the center of gravity and therefore the stability of the chair As the stability decreases the risk of a fall or tip over increases Set forth below is a list of various types of adjustments that you may be able to make to your wheelchair depending on the wheelchair model you own and a brief description of how those adjustments will affect your center of gravity 1 The position of the rear wheels is the most significant factor affecting your center of gravity The more you move the rear wheels forward the more likely your chair will tip over backward 2 The distance between the rear wheels The less distance between the rear wheels the greater the likelihood your chair will tip over to the side 3 The amount of rear wheel camber The less camber the greater the likelihood your chair will tip over to the side 4 The height of your seat As you raise the height of your seat you raise your center of gravity and increase the likelihood of all types of tip overs 5 The angle of your seat As you increase the angle of your seat relative to the floor your position in the chair is shifted toward the rear of the chair increasing the likelihood your chair will tip over backward 6 The angle of your backrest As you
40. you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair K REAR WHEEL LOCKS Z WARNING Standard rear wheel locks are available on all TiLite wheelchairs as a no charge option Scissor locks and uni locks are optional equipment TiLite wheel locks are NOT designed to slow or stop a moving wheelchair they are NOT brakes Wheel locks are ONLY designed to keep the rear wheels from rolling when your chair is at a complete stop 1 NEVER attempt to brake by using rear wheel locks to try to slow or stop your chair when it is moving If you do so you will lose control of the chair and may fall 2 ALWAYS make sure the locking arm of your wheel lock embeds into the tire at least 1 8th inch when in the locked position If the wheel lock does not properly embed in the tire the wheel lock may not work and the chair may roll unexpectedly 3 ALWAYS maintain proper tire pressure If a rear tire is under inflated the wheel lock for that wheel may not work properly and may slip thereby allowing the wheel to turn unexpectedly 4 When you transfer to or from your chair ALWAYS set both rear wheel locks to prevent the rear wheels from rolling If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair L CASTER PIN LOCKS Z WARNING Caster pin locks are an optiona
41. your chair in a damp location or fail to dry your chair as soon as you can if it gets wet or if you use water to clean it If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair G STREET USE Z WARNING 1 Asa wheelchair rider you MUST obey all traffic rules pertaining to pedestrians use of crosswalks etc Most states do not permit wheelchairs to be ridden on public roads streets or highways i e as one would drive a car so you should not do so without first consulting the traffic laws in your own state Even if legal riding your wheelchair on public roads streets or highways is extremely dangerous and is not recommended 2 Atall times when riding your wheelchair in public areas sidewalks crosswalks parking lots etc be very alert to the danger of motor vehicles 3 Atnight or when lighting is poor use reflective tape on your chair and clothing 4 Due to your low position it may be hard for drivers to see you This is particularly true in situations where drivers may be driving in reverse such as parking lots If at all possible make eye contact with drivers before you go forward When in doubt yield until you are sure it is safe even if you have the right of way If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair H
42. 5 below Remove the camber plug from the camber mount clamp Install the new camber plug in the camber plug clamp The amount of the camber plug that extends outside of the camber mount clamp affects the rear wheel spacing The less of the camber plug that extends outside the camber mount clamp the narrower the rear wheel spacing The more of the camber plug that extends outside the camber mount clamp the wider the rear wheel spacing However the distance from the camber mount clamp to the end of the camber plug should never exceed 1 Make sure the distance from the outside edge of the camber clamp to the end of the camber plug is identical on each side of the chair See Figure 57 6 Before tightening the four Allen Screws use a level to make sure that the notches on the camber plug are perpendicular to the floor 7 Securely tighten all four Allen Screws Reinstall the rear wheels Check the toe in toe out and adjust as needed and square the front casters as needed o RO Adjusting the Center of Gravity XC If your chair is an XC you cannot adjust the center of gravity of the chair Adjusting the Rear Seat Height XC If your chair is an XC you cannot adjust the rear seat height of the chair Figure 60 Adjusting Toe in Toe Out Measurement A OM FOLDING 0907RevB 47 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 8 AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS CENTER OF GRAVITY REAR SEAT HEIGHT Adjusting the Rear W
43. ANGLE ADJUSTABLE FLIP UP FOOTREST DEPTH ADJUSTABLE FLIP UP FOOTREST AND DEPTH AND ANGLE ADJUSTABLE FLIP UP FOOTREST 2GX Aero X SX TX X and 21 Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the Footrest SX X and 21 Adjusting the Height of the Footrest 2GX Aero X and 22 Replacing the Footrest 2GX Aero X and 22 Adjusting the Angle of the Footrest 2GX Aero X SX X and 22 Adjusting the Depth of the Footrest 2GX Aero X SX and 23 HIGH MOUNT FLIP UP FOOTREST ANGLE ADJUSTABLE HIGH MOUNT FLIP UP FOOTREST DEPTH ADJUSTABLE HIGH MOUNT FLIP UP FOOTREST AND DEPTH AND ANGLE ADJUSTABLE HIGH MOUNT FLIP UP FOOTREST 2GX AERO X SX TX X AND 23 Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the 23 Adjusting the Angle or Depth of the 24 90 HANGER FLIP UP FOOTRESTS 90 HANGER DEPTH ADJUSTABLE FLIP UP FOOTRESTS 2GX AERO X AND UE 24 Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the 24 Adjusting the Depth of the Footrest ccccsccocscscccscsessncccsscsctosssucncsccsnsscscsscecces
44. ASTER PIN LOCKS Front Casters and Forks 2GX and Aero X Z WARNING Always mount identical size front casters and forks on both sides of your wheelchair f you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the Phillips Screw wheelchair Note The following instructions apply with respect to all 3 4 5 6 and Fork 8 front casters See Figure 86 Replacing Front Casters Tools Needed Two 2 Phillips Head Screwdrivers Caster 1 Remove the two Phillips head screws and axle that secure the front Figure 87 caster to the fork Note It will be necessary to use one screw driver to oGyx Aero X Front Fork hold one screw in place and a second screw driver to loosen the other screw See Figure 87 2 Remove the front caster and fork spacers from the fork 3 Install the new front caster and fork spacers onto the fork and securely tighten the two screws Note It will be necessary to use one screwdriver to hold one screw in place in order to be able to securely tighten the other screw with the second screwdriver Phillips Screw Z WARNING The threads on the screws that secure the front casters to the forks have been treated with a medium strength threadlock to reduce the possibility Fork they will become loose You should be able to remove and reinstall these screws two or three times without reapplying threadlock to these screws If you
45. Bero c 63 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 SERIAL NUMBER OM FOLDING 0907RevB Z WARNING READ THIS MANUAL DO NOT OPERATE THIS WHEELCHAIR WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS OWNERS MANUAL IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT YOUR TiLITE DEALER OR TiLITE CUSTOMER SUPPORT AT 800 545 2266 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS WHEELCHAIR IF YOU IGNORE THIS WARNING YOU MAY FALL TIP OVER OR LOSE CONTROL OF THE WHEELCHAIR AND SERIOUSLY INJURE YOURSELF OR OTHERS OR DAMAGE THE WHEELCHAIR Z WARNING WHEELCHAIR SELECTION TILITE MANUFACTURES A WIDE VARIETY OF WHEELCHAIRS TO MEET THE VARIED NEEDS OF WHEELCHAIR USERS HOWEVER TILITE IS NOT YOUR HEALTH CARE ADVISOR AND WE KNOW NOTHING ABOUT YOUR INDIVIDUAL CONDITION OR NEEDS THEREFORE THE FINAL SELECTION OF THE PARTICULAR MODEL AND HOW IT IS ADJUSTED AND THE TYPE OF OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY REST SOLELY WITH YOU THE WHEELCHAIR USER AND THE HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL THAT IS ADVISING YOU CHOOSING THE BEST CHAIR AND SETUP FOR YOUR SAFETY DEPENDS ON SUCH THINGS AS 1 YOUR DISABILITY STRENG
46. CLE SX AND 2 68 MOUNTING THE REAR ANTI TIP RECEPTACLE TX AND 68 MOUNTING THE REAR ANTI TIP RECEPTACLE 2GX AND AERO 69 OM FOLDING 0907RevB xi Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS GENERAL WARNINGS A SAFETY INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE Z WARNING It is important to keep your wheelchair in proper working condition Chapter 2 of this Manual outlines the safety inspections that you should make before each use of your chair as well as weekly quarterly and annual inspections 1 ALWAYS inspect and maintain your TiLite wheelchair strictly in accordance with the instructions and charts in Chapter 2 2 If you detect a problem in the course of your inspections or maintenance ALWAYS have the chair serviced or repaired to correct the problem BEFORE using the chair 3 ALWAYS have your chair completely inspected and serviced by an authorized TiLite supplier at least once a year 4 ALWAYS perform your safety inspections and any maintenance or adjustments while the chair is unoccupied unless this Manual expressly states otherwise If you fail to inspect or maintain your wheelchair as directed in this Manual you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair B ACCLIMATING TO YOUR NEW CHAIR Z WARNING Each wheelchair
47. Customer Service Director VP of Marketing President Folding Owners Manual ii OM_FOLDING_0907RevB REGISTER YOUR TiLITE Register online at www tilite com or Complete and mail the form on the next page Why Should You Register 1 Increase your use and enjoyment of your TiLite by receiving updates from TiLite with product information maintenance tips and industry news 2 Enable TiLite to contact you or your health care provider if servicing is needed for your wheelchair 3 Provide your feedback to TiLite regarding your experience and needs thereby enabling TiLite to further improve product designs All information you provide to TiLite when you register will be protected by TiLite as required by applicable laws and regulations and will be used solely by TiLite OM FOLDING 0907RevB iii Folding Owners Manual PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM 2 Register online at www tilite com gt Complete and mail this form 9 o L Address City State Province Zip Postal Code Country HERE Email Day Phone No Model Serial No Purchased From Date of Purchase 1 Method of purchase check all that apply Medicare Insurance Medicaid 1 Other 2 This product was purchased for use by check Self Parent O Spouse Other 3 Rea
48. DER MEER EA RATE 28 Adjusting the Backrest 28 ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT BACKREST STRAIGHT OR 8 BEND WITH OR WITHOUT INTEGRATED PUSH HANDLES 2GX AND AERO 28 Adjusting the Backrest ea a n ERE Y n E MEE EE 28 ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT BACKREST WITH OR WITHOUT INTEGRATED PUSH HANDLES WpPg rp eme 29 Adjusting the Backrest Height iioii cosas eara e apa eoa ee pr SEA SERT E TES EE ve FREE Te FERT ERE osson 29 NON FOLDING FIXED HEIGHT amp ANGLE BACKREST TX AND 29 STROLLER HANDLES SX AND ERR RE qM 30 Adjusting the Height of the Recelver i ooe eee ores eor hanh an pea nr e ERE eu p re a 30 HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE PUSH HANDLES 2GX AERO X SX TX AND 30 5 31 TUBULAR SWING AWAY ARMREST 2GX AERO X SX X AND 31 Adjusting the Height of the Tubular Swing Away Armrest 2GX Aero X TX and 31 Adjusting the height of the Tubular Swing Away Armrest Receiver 2GX and Aero X 31 Adjusting the Height on the Armrest Receiver SX and 31 REMOVABLE DESK ARM AND REMOVABLE DESK ARM WITH TRAN
49. EVER stand on your TiLite wheelchair If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair WARNINGS FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR A LEARNING TO DO A WHEELIE Z WARNING DO NOT attempt to perform a wheelie in your wheelchair because of the dangerous nature of this kind of maneuver TiLite recognizes that some wheelchair users will ignore this warning If you should choose to ignore this warning you should follow these steps to help learn to do a wheelie as safely as possible but doing a wheelie is never completely safe and TiLite assumes no responsibility for any injury you may sustain as a result of doing a wheelie 1 Read and follow the Warning for WHEELIES on page 9 of this Manual 2 NEVER attempt to learn how to do a wheelie without the assistance of someone strong enough to catch you should you start to tip over a spotter Your spotter should read and be completely familiar with this entire Manual especially this Warning and the Warning for WHEELIES on page 9 of this Manual 3 Instruct your spotter to stand at the rear of your chair Your spotter must be agile enough to move with you and your chair to prevent a tip over 4 Instruct your spotter to keep his or her hands BENEATH the push handles or backrest rigidizer bar so that he or she is ready to catch you if you exceed the balance point o
50. ING_0907RevB CHAPTER 11 CASTERS FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS Replacing Front Casters on pages 59 depending on your TiLite model to mount the front casters in the alternative axle holes in the fork The full range of adjustability will not be available with 5 6 or 8 front casters Additional adjustability may be achieved with different forks or casters or with fork stem extensions Contact TiLite Customer Service at 1 800 545 2266 for assistance Caster Pin Locks SX X Z WARNING ALWAYS be sure to disengage both caster pin locks before attempting to propel your chair If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair To engage the caster pin lock 1 Rotate the front caster until either notch on the lock ring is directly beneath the pin lock See Figure 89 2 Rotate the L Handle towards the front of the chair until the pin lock snaps down into the locked position To disengage the center pin lock Lift the L Handle so the pin lock disengages from the notch in the lock ring and rotate the L Handle towards rear of the chair See Figure 90 Caster Pin Locks 2GX Aero X and TX Z WARNING ALWAYS be sure to disengage both caster pin locks before attempting to propel your chair If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelcha
51. It requires good balance agility and upper body conditioning At some point in every transfer there is no wheelchair seat beneath you and the seat bed etc to or from which you are transferring is not beneath you either Important rules that will help to reduce the risk of a fall during a transfer are discussed below 1 ALWAYS work with your health care advisor to learn safe transfer methods 2 ALWAYS ask your health care advisor to teach you proper body positioning during a transfer and how to support yourself during a transfer 3 ALWAYS have someone assist you when you transfer until you have learned how to transfer safely and have developed the upper body strength and coordination to transfer safely 4 ALWAYS move your chair as close as you can to the seat bed etc to which you are transferring If possible use a transfer board 5 ALWAYS lock the rear wheels using wheel locks before you transfer This keeps the rear wheels from rolling If your wheelchair is equipped with caster pin locks ALWAYS lock them before you transfer Caster pin locks keep the front casters from rotating but not from rolling NOTE Wheel locks and caster pin locks will NOT keep your chair from sliding away from you or tipping 6 If your wheels have pneumatic inflatable tires ALWAYS make sure to keep the tires properly inflated at all times The wheel locks may slip if the tire pressure is low which may cause the chair to roll unexpectedly during a transf
52. Lite warrants the wheelchair frame including the cross braces if any against defects in materials andworkmanship for the lifetime of the original user of the wheelchair The expected life of the frame is five years B COMPONENTS ONE 1 YEAR TiLite warrants all TiLite made wheelchair components including but not limited to armrest assemblies backrest assemblies footrest assemblies camber tubes and plugs and caster forks against defects in materials and workmanship for one 1 year from the date of purchase except as provided below C LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS 1 This warranty does not cover a tires and tubes for front or rear wheels upholstery including cushions seat slings backrest upholstery and armrest upholstery or push handle or stroller handle grips or b damage arising from normal wear and tear or from other circumstances beyond TiLite s control or c any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of this product or d TiLite Designs Unlimited frames and frame components unless TiLite in its sole discretion determines that the Designs Unlimited frame or frame component was defectively manufactured 2 This warranty is VOID if TiLite in its sole discretion determines that a the original TiLite serial number tag has been removed altered or defaced or b the wheelchair has been subjected to negligence accident improper maintenance storage or operation as required by your TiLite O
53. Receptacle Allen Screws Figure 108 SX X Mounting Rear Anti Tip Receptacle Receptacle Allen Screws Figure 109 TX XCMounting Rear Anti Tip Receptacle Folding Owners Manual 68 OM_FOLDING_0907RevB CHAPTER 13 ANTI TIPS Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 Remove the rear wheels and place the frame on a level surface Remove the plastic end cap from the bottom frame tube as shown in Figure 109 Lock Nuts 3 Install the anti tip receptacle as shown in Figure 109 4 Reinstall the end cap and rear wheels Receptacle Mounting the Rear Anti Tip Receptacle 2GX and Aero X Anti Tip Screws Z WARNING Mounting the rear anti tip receptacle must be performed by an authorized TiLite dealer or qualified technician If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Figure 110 2GX Aero X Mounting Rear Anti Tip Receptacle Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench 1 Remove the rear wheels and place the frame on a level surface 3 Install the anti tip receptacle as shown in Figure 110 4 Insert the replacement Allen Screws through the anti tip receptacle the axle plate the various washers and the locknuts and securely tighten the locknuts 5 Reinstall the rear wheels FOLDING 0907RevB 69 Folding Owners Manual TILITE LIMITED WARRANTY A FRAME LIFETIME Ti
54. SFER LOOP 2GX AERO X SX TX X AND 32 Adjusting the Armrest Helglil iusisecesue vase s EVVoEERATE REFERRE AVR AS A XY REN AERRPeAR 32 FREMOVING LIO LTD 32 acri Me HN 32 CHAPTER 6 SIDE GUARDS 34 CLOTH SIDE GUARDS 2GX AERO X SX TX X AND XC Removing Replacing Cloth Side Guards RIGID REMOVABLE AND QUAD REMOVABLE SIDE GUARDS ALUMINUM AND CARBON FIBER AERO X SX TX X AND XO iie sees ERRERN ERE ERE SERATA 34 Using Rigid Side Guafds u icri tona Ek C RE QE 34 Adjusting Rigid Side Guards s cscccscccsssecsiecsssnsessantansseesessatecesssatevessssessetsvesesassacsenes 34 Removing Rigid Side Guard 34 Reinstalling Rigid Side Guard 35 FIXED IN PLACE SIDE GUARDS ALUMINUM OR CARBON FIBER TX AND 35 Folding Owners Manual viii OM FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 7 BACK UPHOLSTERY SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSTIOON lme EES 36 PADDED NYLON BACK UPHOLSTERY AERO X SX AND 36 Replacing Upholstery sesso
55. ST S 85 Degree 90 Degree 4 10 Available Hanger Options Allen Screws SES Footplate Bracket Allen Screw Figure 11 90 Hanger Flip Up Footrests Allen 2 Footplate N 9 a Footplate Bracket 9 Frame Lock nuts Figure 12 90 Hanger Depth Adjustable Flip Up Footrests Folding Owners Manual 24 FOLDING 0907RevB 90 Hanger Depth and Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrests 2GX Aero X and SX Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the Footrest Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench Ruler 1 Remove the Allen Screw that secures the angle adjustable footrest bracket to the frame See Figure 13 Make sure to note the order in which you remove the various washers and nuts when removing the Allen Screw 2 Reposition the existing or replacement footrest assembly to the desired height not less than 2 of ground clearance lining up the holes in the angle adjustable footrest bracket with the holes in the frame 3 Reinsert the Allen Screw through the 1 2 washer the angle adjustable footrest bracket the concave washer the frame the second concave washer the angle adjustable footrest bracket the second 1 2 washer and the lock nut Securely tighten Adjusting the Angle of the Footrest Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench 1 Loosen the two Allen S
56. TH BALANCE AND COORDINATION 2 THE TYPES OF HAZARDS YOU MUST OVERCOME IN DAILY USE WHERE YOU LIVE AND WORK AND OTHER PLACES YOU ARE LIKELY TO USE YOUR CHAIR AND 3 YOUR NEED FOR OPTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY AND COMFORT SUCH AS ANTI TIPPERS POSITIONING BELTS OR SPECIAL SEATING SYSTEMS IF YOU IGNORE THIS WARNING YOU MAY ENDANGER YOUR HEALTH WARNING TIE DOWN RESTRAINTS TILITE RECOMMENDS THAT WHEELCHAIR USERS NOT BE TRANSPORTED IN VEHICLES OF ANY KIND WHILE IN WHEELCHAIRS AS OF THIS DATE THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION HAS NOT APPROVED ANY TIE DOWN SYSTEM FOR TRANSPORTATION OF A USER WHILE IN WHEELCHAIR IN A MOVING VEHICLE OF ANY TYPE IT IS TILITE S POSITION THAT USERS OF WHEELCHAIRS SHOULD BE TRANSFERRED INTO APPROPRIATE VEHICLE SEATING FOR TRANSPORTATION AND SHOULD USE THE RESTRAINTS MADE AVAILABLE BY THE AUTO INDUSTRY TILITE CANNOT AND DOES NOT RECOMMEND ANY WHEELCHAIR TRANSPORTING SYSTEMS Z WARNING SEATING RESTRAINTS IT IS THE OBLIGATION OF YOUR DEALER AND THE HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS WHO ARE ADVISING YOU TO DETERMINE IF YOU REQUIRE A SEATING RESTRAINT OR POSITIONING SYSTEM IN ORDER TO ENSURE THAT YOU CAN SAFELY OPERATE YOUR WHEELCHAIR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM A WHEELCHAIR Note The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice An updated version of this Owners Manual may be available at www tilite com SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
57. TRESTS To replace the hanger on frame 1 Align the pivot bushings with the frame front holes sliding in the bottom pivot first This must be done with the hanger slightly off center of the frame See Figure 14 2 Holding the hanger not the release lever swing the hanger until hanger locks in place Swing Away Hangers 2GX and Aero X The Swing away Hangers can be rotated inward or outward to be removed or positioned out of the way To swing the hanger inward or outward pull the release lever and push the hanger inward or outward See Figure 15 To remove the hanger from the wheelchair swing it outward and pull it upward To replace the hanger on the frame 1 Align the pivot bushings with the front frame hole and swing away receiver on the frame 2 Holding the hanger not the release lever swing the hanger until it locks into place 1 Piece Over Center Folding Footrest 2GX Aero X TX and X Note The 1 Piece Over Center Folding Footrest is not available on 2GX or Aero X chairs with swing away hangers Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the Footrest You can adjust the height of or replace the footrest by using the tools and following the procedures for adjusting the height of or replacing a flip up footrest as set forth under Flip Up Footrest Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrest Depth Adjustable Flip Up Footrest and Depth and Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrest on pages 21 22 Note In following those
58. UST learn the limits of your ability and operate this wheelchair within such limits This means you must PRACTICE the maneuvers you will need to perform such as bending reaching and transfers until you know the limits of your ability ALWAYS practice with the assistance of someone who can help you until you know what can cause and how to avoid a fall or tip over NEVER try a new maneuver on your own until you are sure you can do it safely 4 ALWAYS learn as much as you can about the places where you will be using your chair before you get there ALWAYS be alert for hazards and learn how to avoid them 5 Anti Tippers MUST be used with your wheelchair at all times Because anti tippers are an option on this wheelchair TiLite strongly recommends you order the anti tippers as they are an important safeguard for the wheelchair user 6 Together with your health care advisor you MUST analyze your medical condition to determine whether you are capable of using this chair safely and or what options or accessories you will require in order to use this chair safely e g pressure relief cushions seat belts If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair OM FOLDING 0907RevB 1 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS E CHANGING ADJUSTING YOUR WHEELCHAIR Z WARNING 1 Use extreme caution when changing or adjusting the configuration of yo
59. X the backrest is aluminum On the XC the backrest is titanium Adjusting the Backrest Height Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench Note In order to adjust the backrest height you will have to remove the backrest upholstery Therefore make a note of the tautness of the backrest upholstery before removing it so you can reinstall it to approximately the same degree of tautness 1 Remove the backrest upholstery including the two fastening flaps See Chapter 7 Back Upholstery Seat Upholstery and Seat Cushions on pages 36 40 2 On both sides of the chair remove the Allen Screw that secures the backrest post inserts inside the backrest post See Figure 23 3 Reposition both backrest post inserts to the desired height inside the backrest posts making sure to align the holes in the backrest post inserts with the holes in the backrest posts 4 Make sure both backrest post inserts are at the same height in the backrest posts and reinsert and securely tighten the two Allen Screws 5 Reinstall the back upholstery adjust the upholstery to the desired tautness Z WARNING The threads on the Allen Screws that secure the backrest posts to the backrest post inserts have been treated with a medium strength threadlock to reduce the possibility that they will become loose You should be able to adjust the backrest height two or three times without reapplying threadlock to these screws If you repeatedly adjust the backrest height TiLit
60. ar and flat spots OM FOLDING 0907RevB 17 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 2 SAFETY INSPECTION MAINTENANCE amp TROUBLESHOOTING Inspection Item Camber Tube Axle Sleeves Make sure camber plug clamps are securely tightened Make sure camber plugs are secure in camber plug clamps and axle Sleeves are secure in camber plugs Handrims Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling Make sure handrims are securely attached to rim Wheel Locks Make sure wheel locks embed proper distance into tire and prevent chair V from moving when engaged Make sure wheel locks do not interfere with tire when disengaged Make sure pivot points are free of wear and looseness Seat Sling and Back Upholstery Inspect for rips or sagging Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they are securely attached Inspect while seated to ensure sling supports your weight and does not touch crosstubes Front Casters Forks Inspect wheels and tires for cracks and wear Inspect wheel fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster caster should come to a gradual stop if caster wobbles tighten axle if caster binds to a stop loosen axle Inspect wheel fork assembly stem bolt to ensure that stem bolt is secure wheel fork assembly should not have excessive play relative to the stem bolt but should rotate freely if necessary tighten stem bolt Ensure that wheel bearings are
61. aster clamp to the desired position forward or rearward on the chair making sure that the casters will not interfere with the rear wheels or the footrest Reinstall the caster mount and fork caster assembly Securely tighten all four Allen Screws Repeat steps 1 through 5 with the opposite caster mount assembly making sure that the assemblies on both sides of the chair are identical distances from the front frame tube Note In order to achieve greater range of adjustment it is possible to reverse the caster clamps and caster mounts i e installing the left side assembly on the right side of the chair and vice versa Floating Casters 2GX Aero X SX X TX and XC Tools needed 3 16 Allen Wrench Wood Block 1 Minimum Drafting Triangle e Ruler Note TiLite folding wheelchairs are designed to be flexible for improved maneuverability and increased ride comfort However this flexibility requires that your chair be set up properly By following these instructions you will be able to properly set up your TiLite folding wheelchair so it will perform to its greatest potential 1 Place the wheelchair on a smooth level surface Make sure that i all tires are properly inflated ii the camber plugs are properly centered on the frame side to side iii both cross tubes are properly seated in all seat saddles iv the toe in toe out is correctly set up and v the angle adjustable casters are square to
62. be shipped with freight pre paid and we recommend that you insure the returned product for its full replacement cost F CONSUMER NOTICE 1 The foregoing express warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties whatsoever whether written or oral express or implied including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose TiLite shall not be liable for any direct indirect consequential or incidental damages whatsoever By registering your TiLite wheelchair you will be deemed to agree with all provisions of this warranty 2 No person is authorized to alter or extend the foregoing express warranty or to waive any of the limitations or exclusions tilite com P 800 545 2266 509 586 6117 F 866 586 2413 509 585 8703 1426 East Third Avenue Kennewick Washington 99337 FIRST AL LIAN
63. ch assistant then carefully moves up to the next stair Repeat steps 1 through 5 for each stair until you reach the landing When you reach the landing the assistants should roll the chair backward on the two rear wheels until the front casters have cleared the last step at which point the assistants can gently lower the front casters to the landing If you ignore these Warnings you may fall over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others damage the wheelchair D DESCENDING A CURB OR SINGLE STEP Z WARNING 1 NEVER attempt to negotiate a curb or single step without assistance 2 When you are still several feet from the edge of the curb or step instruct your assistant to stand at the rear of your wheelchair and turn it around so you are facing AWAY from the obstacle 3 NEVER attempt to negotiate any such obstacle facing forward 4 Instruct your assistant to carefully step backwards pulling the chair backwards until he or she is off the curb or stair and standing on the lower level The assistant should watch his or her step over his or her shoulder when backing up in this manner 5 Instruct your assistant to carefully pull the chair backward until the rear wheels reach the edge of the curb or step and to then allow the rear wheels to slowly roll down to the lower level 6 Instruct your assistant that when the rear wheels are safely on the lower level he or she may then tilt the c
64. chair that secure the back extension tubes inside the frame See Figure 21 If your chair is equipped with swing away armrests or stroller handles the receiver will be attached to the frame with two screws one of which will also secure the backrest extension on either side of the frame See Figure 22 Carefully note the order in which the various washers and nuts and any other parts such as armrest receivers or stroller handle receivers were originally installed on the chair as you will need to reinstall all of the parts in the exact same order in Step 5 below Figure 19 SX X Back Height Adjustment Armrest Lock Nuts Figure 20 Back Extension Tube Allen Screws Armrest Receptacle SX X Back Height Adjustment with Armrests Allen Screw Figure 21 Back Extension Tube Locking Nut 2GX Aero X Tubular Swing Away Armrest Folding Owners Manual 28 FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 4 BACKRESTS PUSH HANDLES AND STROLLER HANDLES 4 Adjust the backrest extension tubes to the desired height See Figures 21 or 22 5 Reinstall the stroller handle or armrest receivers if removed in Step 3 above 6 Reinstall the backrest upholstery Adjust the backrest upholstery to the desired tautness See Chapter 7 Back Upholstery Seat Upholstery and Seat Cushions on pages 36 40 Adjustable Height Backrest With or Without Integrated Push Handles TX and XC Note On the T
65. chair backward ALWAYS remind the user to lean back 7 If you are going to descend a curb or single step ALWAYS lower the chair slowly in one easy movement NEVER let the chair drop the last few inches to the ground This may damage the chair or injure the user FOLDING 0907RevB 3 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS 8 ALWAYS become familiar with the user s wheelchair and all of its parts and components In particular be very aware of any removable parts Removable parts must NEVER be used for a hand hold or lifting supports because they may inadvertently release resulting in possible injury to the user and or assistant 9 Anti tippers may present a tripping hazard to the attendant To avoid tripping over the anti tippers unlock and rotate anti tip tubes up out of the way However if you must leave the user unattended even for a moment ALWAYS rotate the anti tippers back into the down position and lock the rear wheels using the wheel locks This will reduce the risk of a tip over or loss of control of the chair 10 When you are learning a new assistance technique ALWAYS have an experienced attendant help you before attempting it on your own If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair L STANDING ON YOUR CHAIR ZA WARNING Your TiLite wheelchair has been designed for use as a wheelchair not as a step ladder N
66. chair will have one of two axle plates See Figure 44 Camber Plug Clamp Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench Is 3 16 End W h RS pen End Wrenc Pau X SW Allen Screws Camber Plug 1 Remove the rear wheels 2 Remove the four Allen Screws that secure the axle plate to the frame See Figure 46 Carefully note the order in which the various washers and nuts and other parts such as anti tip receptacles or armrest or Camber Plu stroller handle receivers originally installed on your chair as you will Clamp need to reinstall all of these parts in the exact same order in Step 4 below 3 Reposition the axle plate to the desired height making sure that two holes at either end align with two holes in the frame Note that the holes in the frame are spaced in 1 increments The holes in the axle Sp Figure 47 plate are spaced in 1 increments but the axel plates can be reversed SX X Adjusting Rear Wheel Spacing making the height adjustable in 1 2 increments Also note that if your chair is equipped with armrests and or anti tips you may need to raise or lower these by the same amount you raise or lower the axle plate 4 Reinstall the four Allen Screws that secure the adjustable axle plate to the frame making sure all washers and nuts and any other parts such as anti tip receptacles or armrest or stroller handle receivers are Camber Plug Axle Plate reinstalled in the exact same order as th
67. crews and locknuts that secure the footplate to the footplate clamp See Figure 13 2 Reposition the footplate to the desired angle 3 Securely tighten the two Allen Screws and locknuts Adjusting the Depth of the Footrest Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench 1 Remove the two Allen Screws and locknuts that secure the footplate to the footplate clamp See Figure 12 2 Reposition the footplate to the desired depth 3 Reinsert the two Allen Screws through the footplate the footplate clamp and the locknuts 4 Securely tighten the two Allen Screws and locknuts Swing Away Hangers SX The swing away hangers can be rotated inward or outward to be removed or positioned out of the way To swing the hanger inward or outward push or pull the release lever and push the hanger inward or outward as desired See Figure 14 To remove the hanger from the wheelchair swing it outward and pull it upward CHAPTER 3 FOOTRESTS Allen Screws Ne Frame Footplate D J Allen Screw 87 22 2 2 oN Angle Adjustable Footrest Bracket Figure 13 90 Hanger Depth and Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrests Pivot Bushing Release Lever Swing Away Figure 14 SX Swing Away Hangers Release Lever Pivot Bushings Frame Front Hole Swing Away Swing Away Receiver Figure 15 Aero X Swing Away Hangers OM_FOLDING_0907RevB 25 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 3 FOO
68. ding upholstery and removable push handles or push handle grips 4 The second assistant at the front must stand at the third step from the top and firmly grasp a non detachable part of the front frame but NOT swing away hangers with both hands The second assistant must lower the chair one stair at a time by letting the rear wheels roll over the stair edge Each assistant then carefully moves down to the next stair 5 Repeat steps 1 through 4 for each stair until you reach the ground level 6 When you reach the ground level the first assistant should carefully lower the front casters to the ground If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair WARNINGS REGARDING FALLING AND TIPPING OVER A CENTER OF GRAVITY STABILITY AND BALANCE Z WARNING Most falls or tip overs occur when you go beyond the center of gravity of you and your wheelchair TiLite wheelchairs are designed to remain stable and upright in normal daily use and activities so long as you do not exceed the center of gravity Every movement you make in your chair and the rapidity with which you move will have an affect on your center of gravity The more you shift your body weight and the greater the speed at which you shift it the greater the impact on your center of gravity in your chair There is a point where your wheelchair will tip forward or backward or to the side
69. dle clamp See Figure 25 2 Raise or lower the push handle to the desired height 3 Securely tighten the two Allen Screws Lock Nuts Stroller Handle Receiver Axle Plate Allen Screws Figure 24 SX X Stroller Handle Assembly e Allen Screws Figure 25 2GX Aero X X SX TX X Height Adjustable Push Handles Folding Owners Manual 30 FOLDING 0907RevB Tubular Swing Away Armrest 2GX Aero X SX TX X and XC To swing away the armrest lift the armrest and rotate the armrest away from chair See Figures 26 28 On the 2GX TX XC and Aero X make sure to lift the armrest until the armrest pins are above the notch on the armrest receiver See Figures 26 and 27 To replace the armrest rotate the armrest back towards the chair and gently push it down into place See Figures 25 27 On the TX XC and Aero X make sure the armrest pins are in the notch on the armrest receiver See Figures 27 and 28 Note On all TiLite wheelchairs the swing away armrests pivot on nylon sleeves located inside the armrest receiver If the armrest does not rotate properly check the nylon sleeves for wear Adjusting the Height of the Tubular Swing Away Armrest 2GX Aero X TX and XC Tools Needed 2 5 32 Allen Wrenches 1 Remove the armrest from the armrest receiver 2 Remove both armrest pins See Figure 29 3 Reassemble the armrest pins in the desired location on the armrest in 3 4 increments
70. e common adjustment issues you may experience If the solutions below do not solve your problem or if you experience a problem not addressed below please contact an authorized TiLite supplier or TiLite Customer Service Please note if more than one solution in the chart below applies to your particular adjustment issue always try one solution at a time until the problem is solved Chair Veers Sluggish Right or Caster Looseness Squeaks and Turning or Floating Left Flutter in Chair Rattles Performance Caster If you have pneumatic front and or rear tires make sure that the tires are properly and equally inflated Make sure that all nuts and bolts are securely tightened Make sure that all spokes and nipples are uniformly tight on all spoked wheels Make sure that front caster barrels and mounts are properly adjusted Make sure that rear wheels are equally spaced away from the seat frame Folding Owners Manual 20 OM FOLDING 0907RevB Z WARNING Check all clamps screws nuts and bolts that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame to make sure they are securely tightened before using the wheelchair If you ignore this Warning the footrests could move unexpectedly while you are using the chair causing you to fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Z WARNING A calf strap or heel loop is offered as an option with each wheelchair to prevent yo
71. e requires that you reapply a medium strength threadlock after every second adjustment Non Folding Fixed Height amp Angle Backrest TX and XC If your chair has a non folding Titanium Fixed Height Backrest you cannot adjust the backrest height or the backrest angle Figure 22 2GX Aero X Adjusting the Swing Away Armrest Height Backrest Post Insert Integrated Push Handle optional f Allen Screws Backrest Post Figure 23 Adjusting the Backrest Height FOLDING 0907RevB 29 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 4 BACKRESTS PUSH HANDLES AND STROLLER HANDLES Stroller Handles SX and X Adjusting the Height of the Receiver Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench 1 Remove the Allen Screws that secure the stroller handle receiver to the frame See Figure 24 2 Reposition the stroller handle receiver to the desired height and reinsert the Allen Screws through the complete assembly Securely tighten the Allen Screws and lock nuts Z N WARNING When reassembling make sure that at least one of the Allen Screws bolts the axle plate to the frame This may limit your options for adjusting the height of the stroller handle receiver Height Adjustable Push Handles 2GX Aero X SX TX and X Adjusting the Height of the Push Handle Tools Needed 7 64 Allen Wrench 1 Loosen the two Allen Screws that secure the push handle inside the push han
72. e the back upholstery from the backrest ears and straps See Figure 39 3 If replacing the ears remove the screw that secures each backrest ear to the back canes See Figure 39 4 Slide the backrest ears off the back canes 5 If replacing the lower straps remove the straps from the back canes 6 Install new backrest straps 7 Slide new backrest ears onto back canes 8 Secure the backrest ears with the screws removed in Step 3 9 Install the new backrest upholstery over the backrest ears 10 Replace the seat cushion Note If your chair has push handles you will not be able to slide the back upholstery off the top of the back canes Instead you will need to remove the back canes See Adjustable Height Backrest Straight or 8 Bend With or Without Integrated Push Handles SX and X on page 28 and 29 or Adjustable Height Backrest Straight or 8 Bend With or Without Integrated Push Handles 2GX and Aero X on pages 28 and 29 Then you can slide the back upholstery off the bottom end of the back canes and install the new upholstery in this manner as well Hook amp Loop Adjustable Backrest Upholstery TX and XC Back Flap Adjusting the Tension 1 Lift the back to expose the back straps backrest ears which adjustable using hook amp loop material See Figure 40 a gt 2 Completely detach the back upholstery from the backrest ears Do Backrest not remove the backres
73. ecurely locked in place by pulling firmly on the wheel without depressing the release button Rear Wheels With Quad Release Axle All Models Z WARNING Do not attempt these procedures when the chair is occupied Serious injury to the occupant will occur Removing 1 Unlock the lever on the quad release axle See Figure 102 2 Slide wheel and axle out of the axle sleeve Replacing Z WARNING Make sure the locking balls of the quad release axle are fully secured inside the axle sleeve before operating the chair If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair CHAPTER 12 REAR WHEELS Release Button Figure 101 Removing and Replacing the Rear Wheel Figure 102 Removing and Replacing the Rear Wheel with Quad Release Axle Schrader Valve Figure 103 Schrader Valve OM_FOLDING_0907RevB 65 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 12 REAR WHEELS 1 Unlock lever on quad release axle See Figure 102 Note Make sure the locking balls in the axle are recessed 2 Insert the axle all the way into axle sleeve 3 Lock lever on the quad release axle 4 Make sure the wheel is securely locked in place by pulling firmly on the wheel without unlocking the lever on the quad release axle Handrims All Models Z WARNING Do not attempt these procedures when the chair is occupied Serious i
74. eeseess 24 90 HANGER DEPTH AND ANGLE ADJUSTABLE FLIP UP FOOTRESTS 2GX AERO X AND SX 25 Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the 25 Adjusting the Angle of the Footrest s 00c6s cccsssccsscescsassvasssvevsensnssonsciensersvevensessxeaevses 25 Adjusting the Depth of the FOOLFGSL 25 SWING AWAY HANGERS SX dssdas 5 R XAR RYE RARE FRA REESE AVARRENKRREA EAE E EE 26 Swing Away Hangers Aero X 2GX ssssssssssessssssessssesesseseseesssesesssssssessssssesesseee 26 1 PIECE OVER CENTER FOLDING FOOTREST 2GX AERO X TX AND 26 Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the 26 Adjusting the Angle of the FOOtrest iscccscsccsscsscisnscsvestusccnsevsessessacceavessncensteaceses 26 1 PIECE FLIP UP FOOTREST 2GX AERO X SX TX AND 26 Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the 27 OM FOLDING 0907RevB vii Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 4 BACKRESTS PUSH HANDLES AND STROLLER HANDLES oon eR EE ctus 28 ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT BACKREST STRAIGHT OR 8 BEND WITH OR WITHOUT INTEGRATED PUSH HANDLES SX AND ERR
75. elchair you MUST require that the assistant or attendant fully read understand and follow the Warnings contained in this Manual If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair WARNINGS REGARDING COMPONENTS AND OPTIONS A ANTI TIPPERS Z WARNING Anti tippers are an optional accessory that can help to prevent your chair from tipping over backward However even the use of anti tippers will not guarantee that your chair will not tip over backward Also they will not prevent your chair from tipping over sideways or forward TiLite strongly recommends you use anti tippers with your wheelchair This is most especially true 1 if you are a new wheelchair rider or 2 evenif you are an experienced rider but you are switching to a new wheelchair regardless of whether the prior chair was as lightweight as your TiLite or 3 evenif you are an experienced rider in your TiLite chair but you have made any modifications or adjustments to the configuration of your chair such as changing the position of the front or rear wheels changing the seat height changing the camber or changing the seat or back angle Any modification or change to your chair can make it easier to tip over and you should use anti tippers until you have adapted to the modified configuration or 4 evenif you are an experienced rider in your TiLite chair but your physical condit
76. er 7 ALWAYS rotate the front casters as far forward as possible and turn them to the seat bed etc to which you are transferring 8 ALWAYS remove the wheelchair armrests or swing them out of the way so they do not impede your movement during the transfer OM_FOLDING_0907RevB 7 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS 9 If possible ALWAYS remove the footrests or swing them out of the way to ensure your feet do not get caught between the footrests TiLite strongly recommends that you place your feet on the floor when you are transferring to or from your chair 10 NEVER put your weight on the footrests when you are transferring to or from your chair because this may cause the chair to tip over and or roll away 11 When transferring into your chair ALWAYS transfer as far back onto your seat as possible in order to reduce the risk that the chair will tip over or move away from you causing you to fall 12 If possible ALWAYS try to avoid falling into your chair uncontrollably when transferring into your chair This places undue stress on your chair s components and if your chair does start to move or tip you will not be ready to regain control If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair C DRESSING UNDRESSING IN YOUR CHAIR Z WARNING When you engage in activities while seated in your chair such as dressing or undress
77. ey were originally installed Clamp 5 Repeat Steps 2 through 4 with the axle plate on the opposite side of the chair Make sure the second axle plate is mounted in exactly the same location on the opposite side of the frame Securely tighten all eight Allen Screws Camber Reinstall the rear wheels Plug Check the toe in toe out and adjust as needed and square the front casters as needed Axle Plate Axle Plate M Allen Screws Allen Screws Adjusting the Rear Wheel Spacing Replacing the Camber Plugs Figure 48 SX and X SX X Measuring Rear Wheel Spacing Note Depending on the configuration that was specified when your chair was ordered your SX or X chair will have one of two axle plates See Figure 44 Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench Ruler Level Folding Owners Manual 42 OM FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 8 AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS CENTER OF GRAVITY REAR SEAT HEIGHT Z WARNING Do not extend the camber plug more than 1 out of the camber plug clamp If more than 1 of the camber plug is outside of the camber mount clamp the camber plug could disengage from the camber mount clamp while you are using the chair f you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair
78. f the rear wheels and start to tip over backward 5 When your spotter is in position and is ready place your hands on the forward portion of the handrims Using the handrims make a quick BACKWARD movement of the rear wheels quickly followed by a hard FORWARD thrust This will tilt the chair up on the balance point of the rear wheels DO NOT remove your hands from the handrims after either the backward movement or forward thrust so that you can continue to manipulate the rear wheels to maintain your balance on the two rear wheels 6 Use SMALL movements of the handrims to maintain your balance on the two rear wheels If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair B CLIMBING A CURB OR SINGLE STEP Z WARNING 1 NEVER attempt to negotiate a curb or single step without assistance 2 Instruct your assistant to stand at the rear of your wheelchair with the front of the wheelchair facing the obstacle NEVER attempt to negotiate any such obstacle backward 3 Instruct your assistant to tilt the chair up on the rear wheels so that the front casters clear the curb or step Folding Owners Manual 4 OM FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS 4 Instruct your assistant to slowly move the chair forward and to gently lower the front casters to the upper level as soon as you are sure that they are beyond the edge of the curb or step 5 Instruct
79. gle of the footrest two or three times without reapplying threadlock to these screws If you repeatedly adjust the angle TiLite requires that you reapply a medium strength threadlock after every second adjustment Footplate Locknuts Figure 7 Depth Adjustable Flip Up Footrests Adjusting the Depth of the Footrest 2GX Aero X SX and X Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 7 16 End Wrench If your flip up footrest is depth adjustable you can adjust the depth as follows 1 Remove the flat head Allen Screws and locknuts that attach the footplate to the flip up footrest pivot See Figure 7 2 Move the footplate forward or backward to the desired depth setting 3 Reinstall and securely tighten the Allen Screws and locknuts High Mount Flip Up Footrest Angle Adjustable Figure 8 High Mount Flip Up Footrest Depth Adjustable High Mount Flip Up Footrests in High Mount Flip Up High Mount Flip Up Footrest and Depth and Angle B Angie Ad ustabls High Adjustable High Mount Flip Up Footrest C Depth Adjustable High Mount Flip Up 2GX Aero X SX TX X and XC D Depth and Angle Adjustable High Mount Flip Up If you are unsure which type of High Mount Flip Up Footrest is installed on your chair see Figure 8 Note Only High Mount Flip Up and Angle Adjustable High Mount Flip Up Footrests are available on the XC Note Only the High Mount Flip Up footrests are available on the TX Note If your chai
80. ground clearance Figure 5 and tighten the Allen Screws in the clamp so the footrest height TX Aero X Replacing Footrest cannot change 5 Repeat the procedure from steps 1 to 4 above on the right side of the footrest 6 When both sides are set fully tighten the two Allen Screws in each clamp that secures each footrest Footplate Adjusting the Angle of the Footrest oe pini 2GX Aero X SX X and XC Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 5 32 Allen Wrench If your flip up footrest is angle adjustable you can adjust the angle as Allen Screws follows Angle Adjustable Footrest Mount 1 Loosen the two Allen Screws that clamp the angle adjustable footrest Figure 6 extension to the angle adjustable footrest mount See Figure 6 Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrest Folding Owners Manual 22 OM FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 3 FOOTRESTS 2 Adjust the angle of the footrest to the desired angle 3 Securely tighten the two Allen Screws that clamp the angle adjustable Allen Screws footrest extension to the angle adjustable footrest mount making sure the teeth on the locking block are properly engaged to prevent the footrest from moving Flip Up Footrest Pivot Z WARNING The threads on the Allen Screws that secure the angle adjustable footrest extension to the angle adjustable footrest mount have been treated with a medium strength threadlock to reduce the possibility they will become loose You should be able to adjust the an
81. gs will affect the stability of the chair Use extreme caution when using a new camber plug position as the new position may make the chair more prone to tip over If you ignore this Warning your chair may not perform properly which in turn may cause you to fall tip over or lose control of the chair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the chair Z WARNING Whenever you adjust the position of the camber plug either to adjust the rear seat height or the center of gravity it may be necessary to adjust the toe in toe out of the rear wheels See Adjusting Toe In Toe Out on page 48 In addition whenever you adjust the position of the camber plug or when you adjust the toe in toe out it may be necessary to square the front casters to the floor See Adjustable Angle Caster Barrel SX and X page 62 If you ignore this Warning your chair may not perform properly which in turn may cause you to fall tip over or lose control of the chair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the chair Note To facilitate making the adjustments to rear seat height and center of gravity discussed in this chapter it is recommended that you remove the rear wheels and turn the chair upside down before starting to make any adjustments Adjusting the Center of Gravity SX and X Note Depending on the configuration that was specified when your chair was ordered your SX or X chair will have one of two axle plates See Figu
82. h tire mark the tire with a felt tip pen at the same height as Measurement A Measure the distance between the left and right tires at the rear reference marks made in step 6 Measurement B See Figure 61 Measure the distance between the left and right tires at the front reference marks made in step 7 Measurement C See Figure 62 If the measurements B and C are the same within 1 8 no toeing adjustment is needed and you may skip to step 14 If not proceed to step 11 if your chair is a 2GX or an Aero X or Step 12 if your chair is an SX TX X or XC Use the torque wrench to adjust the hex bolts that secure the camber mount clamps to the threaded camber mounts Tightening the more rearward bolt should increase the toe in Re measure Measurements B and C to determine if this adjustment ha achieve proper toe in toe out continue adjusting these hex bolts until measurement B and C are equal within 1 8 Further if this adjustment is successful no toeing adjustment is necessary and you may skip to step 14 if not proceed to step 12 Loosen the Allen Screws in each camber plug clamp that secures the camber plug in place See Adjusting Rear Wheel Spacing Replacing the Camber Plugs or pages 44 47 If the measurement in step 9 is less than the measurement in step 8 rotate both Camber Plugs rearward to toe out the rear wheels If the measurement in step 9 is greater than the measurement in step 8 rotate both Camber Plugs forward
83. hair backward to the balance point of the rear wheels thereby raising the front casters off the upper level 7 Instruct your assistant to slowly roll the chair backward the rear wheels taking small steps until the front casters have cleared the step or curb and when clear to gently lower the front casters to the ground at the lower level If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair OM FOLDING 0907RevB 5 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS E DESCENDING A FLIGHT OF STAIRS Z WARNING TiLite does NOT recommend that its wheelchairs be transported down stairways with the user in the wheelchair However TiLite recognizes that wheelchair users may on occasion have no other choice Only if you have no alternative you should follow these steps to descend a flight of stairs 1 NEVER attempt to negotiate more than one step unless you have two 2 able bodied adult assistants 2 ALWAYS position the chair and rider facing down the stairs with one assistant at the rear facing down the stairs and one at the front of the chair facing the rider 3 The assistant at the rear of the chair is in control of this procedure He or she must tilt the chair back to its balance point on the rear wheels and roll it to the edge of the first step NEVER attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on any removable detachable parts inclu
84. hair and your body weight and type To do this practice bending reaching and leaning activities and various combinations of such activities under the supervision of your health care advisor Do this BEFORE attempting active use of your chair The following will help you avoid falling or tipping over when bending reaching or leaning from your chair NEVER bend reach or lean in a way that requires you to move forward in your seat ALWAYS keep your buttocks in contact with the backrest and the seat cushion when bending reaching or leaning NEVER shift your weight in the same direction you are bending reaching or leaning NEVER reach or lean to the rear unless your chair has anti tippers locked in place NEVER reach with both hands By keeping one hand free you may be able to catch yourself to prevent a fall if the chair starts to tip NEVER reach or lean over the top of the seat back If you do so you may damage the seat back tubes which could cause you to fall 7 ALWAYS move your chair as close as possible to the object you are trying to reach NEVER shift your weight to the footrests NEVER try to pick up an object from the floor by reaching down between your knees You are less likely to tip over if you reach to the side of your chair when picking up an object on the floor 10 DO NOT lock the rear wheels when bending reaching or leaning backward Locking the rear wheels creates a tip point and makes falling or tipping over more likely
85. hair can still tip over backward 3 ALWAYS consult with your health care provider to determine the best rear wheel axle setup for you based on your weight and body type and your abilities to control the chair 4 Once you and your health care provider have determined the best rear wheel axle setup for you NEVER change the setup UNLESS you are sure you are not at risk to tip over If you do change the rear wheel axle position you MUST adjust the positioning of the rear wheel locks to ensure they work properly to lock the rear wheels When relocating the rear wheel locks make sure the locking arm indents the tire by at least 1 8th inch when the wheel lock is in the locked position If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair QUICK RELEASE AXLES Z WARNING Stainless quick release axles are a standard TiLite wheelchair component Other axle types are optional equipment Quick release axles are designed to make your rear wheels easy to remove quickly However if not used properly they can be dangerous NEVER use your chair UNLESS you are sure that both quick release rear axles are locked into place in the axle receiver If an axle is not fully locked into place the rear wheel may come off during use of the chair and cause you to fall You can tell when the axle is locked into place because the quick release button in the cen
86. hair to ensure the sling does not touch the cross tubes beneath the seat sling Axles and Moving Parts Clean axles and other moving parts weekly with a slightly damp cloth The cloth should not be wet Try to wipe away any lint dust or dirt on these parts that could interfere with their smooth operation DO use WD 40 3 in 1 oil amp or other penetrating lubricants on quick release or quad release axles Instead as indicated in the chart under Safety Inspections and Maintenance ALWAYS use a dry Teflon amp based lubricant Storage 1 Always store your chair in a clean dry location Excessive dirt can cause moving parts to become damaged or fail Moisture can rust or corrode the non titanium components of your chair 2 Always fully inspect your chair after it has been stored for any period of time before riding in it See the chart under Safety Inspections on pages 17 20 of this Manual 3 If you store your chair for more than three 3 months have your chair inspected by an authorized supplier OM FOLDING 0907RevB 19 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 2 SAFETY INSPECTION MAINTENANCE amp TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Your TiLite wheelchair is a precision engineered product To ensure your chair continues to operate at peak performance you will need to make minor adjustments from time to time especially if you alter the original factory settings The chart below provides advice on solving some of the mor
87. have it installed by an authorized TiLite dealer who can assist you in making other necessary adjustments to ensure your center of balance is maintained as closely as possible to what you are used to 2 As with other changes to the configuration of your chair that affect its center of balance if you add a seating system to your TiLite chair ALWAYS use anti tippers until you have fully learned to control your chair in its new configuration 3 Keep in mind that adding a seating system also may inhibit the proper operation of a folding back wheelchair If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair E POSITIONING OR SEAT BELTS Z WARNING TiLite hook amp loop non padded seat belts and Bodypoint non paded hip belts both of which are optional equipment are intended ONLY for use as a positioning aid for simple positioning needs such as posterior pelvic tilt These belts will not be sufficient for persons with more involved positioning needs Only your health care advisor can determine the proper positioning products for your situation If used improperly positioning or seat belts can cause severe injury or even death If your health care advisor has instructed you to use positioning or seat belts make sure they instruct you on the proper usage of such belts and such professional should supervise your use of such belts to ensure you can use
88. he center of gravity is shifted rearward and the stability of the chair is increased Figures 66 and 67 show the configuration of the 2GX Aero X SX and X wheelchairs when amputee adapters are used Folding Owners Manual 52 OM FOLDING 0907RevB Z WARNING TiLite recommends that you remove the wheel locks whether Standard Push to Lock Uni Lock or Scissor Lock from your chair frame prior to engaging in any contact sport If you ignore this Warning you may seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Z WARNING If the wheel locks whether Standard Push to Lock Uni Lock or Scissor Lock are improperly adjusted so the wheel stop embeds less than 3 16 into the tire the chair may roll unexpectedly Therefore before adjusting the lock you must make sure the tires are properly inflated to the recommended tire pressure see sidewall of the tire If you adjust the locks when the tires are under inflated the lock will not operate properly when the tire is fully inflated If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Z WARNING After making any adjustment to the wheel locks whether Standard Push to Lock Uni Lock or Scissor Lock engage the wheel locks and push against the tires to verify that the new position permits the wheel locks to fully prevent the wheels from moving If not readjust the wheel locks until the
89. heel Spacing Replacing the Camber Plugs XC Z WARNING Do not extend the camber plug more than 1 out of the camber mount clamp If more than 1 of the camber plug is outside of the camber mount clamp the camber plug could disengage from the camber mount clamp while you are using the chair f you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench Ruler 1 Remove the rear wheels 2 Loosen but do not remove the two Allen Screws that secure each camber plug to each camber plug clamp See Figure 58 If you are adjusting the rear wheel spacing only loosen the screws enough to permit the camber plug to slide in and out of the camber mount clamp and skip to Step 5 below Remove the camber plugs Install the new camber plug in the camber plug clamp The amount of the camber plug that extends outside of the camber plug clamp affects the rear wheel spacing The less of the camber plug that extends outside the camber plug clamp the narrower the rear wheel spacing The more of the camber plug that extends outside the camber plug clamp the wider the rear wheel spacing However the distance from the camber plug clamp to the end of the camber plug should never exceed 1 Make sure the distance from the outside edge of the camber plug to the end of the camber plug is identical on each side of the chair
90. heel past the perpendicular position Then slowly turn the bolt to bring the fork back to a perpendicular position 5 Using the Allen Wrench to prevent the bolt from turning and the angle of the fork from changing use the open end wrench to securely tighten the locknut 6 After tightening the locknut recheck the fork to be certain it is still perpendicular to the ground before riding Note If your chair is equipped with Frog Legs you must square the receiver to the level surface because the flat edge of the Frog Legs fork see Figure 100 on page 64 is not parallel to the receiver Locknut Flat Edge Triangle Caster Barrel Locking Block Allen Screws Level Surface Drafting Triangle or Equivalent Figure 93 SX X Caster Barrel Angle Adjustment Figure 94 SX X Caster Barrel Angle Adjustment Receiver Turn bolt to rotate fork Figure 95 2GX Aero X Squaring Up the Adjustable Angle Fork Folding Owners Manual 62 FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 11 CASTERS FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS Adjustable Caster Position 2GX and Aero X Tools needed 5 32 Allen Wrench Ruler The position of the caster along the frame is fully adjustable within approximately 3 1 2 of range To adjust the position of the caster 1 Remove the four Allen Screws that secure the caster clamp to the caster mount See Figure 96 2 Remove the caster mount fork caster assembly 3 Reposition the c
91. heelchair power drive add on products TiLite has approved only a limited number of these products for use with TiLite wheelchairs For more information about power add ons approved by TiLite contact TiLite Customer Service If you intend to install an approved power drive system on your TiLite chair this must be taken into account when your chair is ordered so TiLite can manufacture your chair with a power adaptable frame If you have not purchased your TiLite chair with a power adaptable frame do not install a power drive on your TiLite chair If you install a power drive add on system to your TiLite chair and your chair does not have a power adaptable frame you may damage your chair and you will void your warranty In addition power drive systems are heavy and will affect the center of balance of your chair Any change to the center of balance of your chair could cause you to lose control or fall or tip over If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair P UNAUTHORIZED PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NEVER use parts accessories or adapters other than those authorized by TiLite If you have any doubt about the compatibility of a particular part accessory or adapter consult with an authorized TiLite dealer or contact TiLite Customer Service If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously
92. height not less than 2 of ground clearance and tighten the ul Allen Screws in the clamp so the footrest height cannot change 3 Repeat the procedure from steps 1 and 2 above on the opposite dE footrest 4 When both sides are set fully tighten the two Allen Screws in each Figure 4 clamp that secures the footrests to the chair frame making sure the 2GX Aero X TX Footrest Height Adjustment clamp remains securely butted up against the end of the frame tube Replacing the Footrest 2GX Aero X and TX Tools Needed 1 8 Allen Wrench e Ruler Allen Screws Frame 1 Loosen the two Allen Screws in the clamp that secures the footrest to the frame See Figure 3 Loosen each Allen Screw until the entire 9 head of the screw is completely visible outside the clamp The Allen Screws should disengage from the T Nuts 2 Remove the footrest by sliding the extension tube down and the out of the frame T Nuts 3 While holding the wedge in place on the inside wall of the frame Extension Tube carefully insert the new footrest into the frame Partially tighten the Allen Screws into the clamp and T Nuts thereby sandwiching the wedge between the T Nuts and the Extension Tube See Figure 5 4 Place the end of a ruler on the floor and hold it vertically against the left corner of the footrest See Figure 4 Adjust the left side of the footrest to the desired height not less than 2 of
93. hese Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair F ARMRESTS Z WARNING Armrests are optional equipment on TiLite wheelchairs TiLite armrests are detachable and are not designed to support the weight of your wheelchair Therefore NEVER lift your chair by its armrests If you do they may detach causing you to drop the chair or you may break the armrests or cause them to become loose and break at a later time unexpectedly ALWAYS lift your chair by grasping the non detachable parts of the main frame not including the swing away hangers If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair OM_FOLDING_0907RevB 13 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS G FOOTRESTS HANGERS Z WARNING Certain footrests are standard equipment with TiLite wheelchairs Other more specialized footrests are optional equipment The following rules should be followed with respect to footrests 1 ALWAYS allow for AT LEAST 2 inches of clearance between the ground and the lowest point on the underside of your footrests If you set your footrests too LOW they may catch on obstacles you can expect to find in normal use of your chair If your footrests catch the chair may stop and tip forward 2 NEVER lift your wheelchair by grasping the footrests or the swing a
94. ift and interfere with the driver s ability to control the vehicle 5 When transporting your chair in a moving vehicle ALWAYS secure your chair so that it cannot roll or shift In most cases stowing it in the trunk is the safest alternative 6 NEVER use any chair that has been involved in a motor vehicle accident A wheelchair that has been involved in a motor vehicle accident may be damaged in ways that are not readily apparent and which could cause the chair to fail in use If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair J WEIGHT TRAINING Z WARNING NEVER use your TiLite wheelchair for weight training When your chair was set up with the assistance of your health care advisor your center of gravity was determined based on your weight the configuration of your chair and your abilities If you engage in weight training activities in your chair you are altering the total weight supported by your chair and the distribution of that weight The center of gravity of your chair may not be appropriate with the additional weight or with the different distribution of weight which may cause the chair to tip over The additional weight could exceed the weight limit for the chair and damage the chair If you intend to engage in weight training TiLite recommends that you utilize weight training equipment with built in seating and that you transfer to
95. increase the angle of your backrest relative to the seat your position in the chair is shifted toward the rear of the chair increasing the likelihood your chair will tip over backward 7 The height of your seat back As you lower the height of your seat back you make it easier to lean back in your chair which in turn shifts your center of gravity rearward and increases the likelihood your chair will tip over backward Folding Owners Manual 6 OM FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS 8 The position of your front casters As you move your front casters rearward on the frame toward the rear wheels you increase the likelihood your chair will tip over forward Other factors will affect your center of gravity 1 Achange in your body position posture or weight distribution For example if you lean forward you shift the center of gravity forward and increase the likelihood of tipping over forward 2 Riding your chair on a ramp or slope On an up slope your weight shifts to the rear and a backward tip over becomes more likely On a down slope your weight shifts to the front of the chair and a forward tip over becomes more likely 3 The use of a backpack or other options and the amount of weight added by those options For example carrying a lot of weight in a backpack will shift the center of gravity rearward and increase the likelihood of tipping over backward However using a TiLite seat pouch beneath the seat sling to carry heavier
96. ing or changing your clothes your weight will shift Since your attention may be directed to the activity in question rather than maintaining your balance your risk of falling or tipping over is increased To reduce this risk get dressed or undressed or change your clothes while seated in a regular chair or on a bed If you must get dressed or undressed or change your clothes while seated in your wheelchair 1 ALWAYS rotate the front casters so they are trailing forward This makes the chair more stable NOTE To get your front casters to trail forward first move your chair forward and second back up By moving backward your front casters will rotate and trail forward 2 ALWAYS lock your anti tippers in the down position so the risk of a backward tip over is minimized If your chair does not have anti tippers back it up against a wall and lock both rear wheels using your wheel locks 3 If your chair is equipped with caster pin locks ALWAYS engage them If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair D BENDING LEANING REACHING Z WARNING When you bend reach or lean from your chair you will affect the center of balance of your chair Therefore bending reaching or leaning may cause you to fall or tip over In order to avoid falling or tipping over you must determine your particular safety limitations given the configuration of your c
97. injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Folding Owners Manual 16 OM_FOLDING_0907RevB CHAPTER 2 SAFETY INSPECTION MAINTENANCE amp TROUBLESHOOTING Introduction Your TiLite wheelchair is designed engineered and built to provide you with years of exceptional performance However proper maintenance and regular safety inspections are essential in order to make sure your wheelchair is operating properly safely and at maximum efficiency In addition proper maintenance and regular safety inspections will extend the life of your TiLite wheelchair Safety Inspections and Maintenance Z WARNING If you fail to inspect and maintain your wheelchair as directed in this Manual you will be at risk for health complications or you may fall tip over or lose control of your wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Z WARNING After making ANY adjustments or repairs to your wheelchair and after any servicing of your wheelchair ALWAYS make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely BEFORE using the chair If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of your wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair 1 You MUST inspect and maintain your TiLite wheelchair strictly in accordance with the following chart 2 If your inspection per the chart uncovers any problem make sure to service or repair the problem BEFORE using the wheelchair 3 If your
98. inspection reveals any loose worn bent or damaged parts you MUST tighten repair or replace them before using your TiLite wheelchair 4 Clean your wheelchair ONLY in accordance with the instructions under Cleaning on pages 19 of this Manual 5 Annually or more often if necessary you MUST have your wheelchair serviced and thoroughly inspected by a qualified TiLite dealer 6 In addition to the maintenance and safety inspections indicated in the chart below ALWAYS make sure that all nuts and bolts are tight before riding in your wheelchair Inspection Item Initially Weekly 3 Months General Make sure chair rolls straight does not drag or pull to one side Inspect for loose missing broken worn damaged hardware Rear Wheels Inspect for cracked bent or broken spokes Make sure all spokes are uniformly tight Inspect hubs and rims for cracks and wear Inspect for trueness excessive side movement when wheel lifted and spun indicates lack of trueness J Quick Release Quad Release Axles Make sure axles are free of dirt and lint Wipe axle with cloth using dry silicone spray as lubricant Make sure that axles lock properly in axle sleeve J Rear Tires Check for proper inflation as per sidewall of pneumatic tire under inflation will increase rolling resistance and will prevent wheel locks from properly engaging over inflation may cause a tire to explode Inspect for cracks we
99. ion has changed In order to properly use your anti tippers please follow the following rules 1 Your anti tippers should be between 1 1 2 inches to 2 inches off the ground when they are locked in place in the down position OM FOLDING 0907RevB 11 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS 2 If your anti tippers are set too LOW they may catch on obstacles that you can expect to encounter in normal wheelchair use If this happens you may tip over and fall 3 If your anti tippers are set too HIGH their ability to prevent a backward tip over will be limited and they may not prevent a tip over at all 4 ALWAYS keep your anti tippers locked in place in the down position unless a You have an attendant but your attendant must rotate the anti tippers into the down position whenever he or she leaves you unattended in your chair even for a moment or b You have to climb or descend a curb or step or overcome an obstacle Even if this is the case only unlock the anti tippers if you can safely climb or descend the curb or step or overcome the obstacle and make sure the anti tippers are locked in the up position If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair B SEAT SLINGS CUSHIONS Z WARNING TiLite seat slings which are standard equipment and foam cushions which are optional equipment are not designed for
100. ir To engage the caster pin lock 1 Rotate the front caster until either notch on the lock ring is directly beneath the T Handle See Figure 91 2 Lift up on the T Handle and rotate it so that it is perpendicular to the caster pin lock plate and can be lowered down into the lower notch on the caster pin lock plate To disengage the caster pin lock Lift up on the T Handle and rotate it so that it is parallel to the caster pin lock plate and can be lowered down into the higher notch on the cast pin lock plate See Figure 92 L Handle Lock Ring Figure 90 SX X Caster Pin Lock shown in the unlocked position Notch Caster Pin Lock Plate T Handle Lock Ring Figure 91 2GX Aero X TX Caster Pin Lock shown in the locked position Notch Caster Pin Lock Plate T Handle Lock Ring Figure 92 2GX Aero X TX Caster Pin Lock shown in the unlocked position OM_FOLDING_0907RevB 61 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 11 CASTERS FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS Adjustable Angle Caster Barrel SX and X Z WARNING Always make sure the grooves in the locking block are properly aligned with the grooves in the caster barrel tab If these grooves are not properly aligned the grooves may become worn causing the front caster angle to change unexpectedly If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Adjusting the Angle Too
101. k Assembly Folding Owners Manual 58 FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 11 CASTERS FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS 6 Tighten the set screw in the caster barrel cap 7 Reinstall the front caster See Replacing Front Casters on page 58 Front Casters and Forks TX Z WARNING Always mount identical size front casters and forks on both sides of your chair If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Replacing Front Casters Tools Needed Two 2 Phillips Head Screw Drivers Philips Head Screw 1 Remove the two Phillips head screws and axle that secure the front Figure 84 caster to the fork Note It will be necessary to use one Phillips head TX Replacing the Caster Wheel Screw driver to hold one screw in place and a second screw driver to loosen the other screw See Figure 84 2 Remove the front caster and fork spacers from the fork 3 Install the new front caster and fork spacers onto the fork and securely tighten the two screws so there is no space between the front caster the fork spacers and the fork sides Note It will be necessary to use one Phillips head screw driver to hold one screw in place in order to be able to securely tighten the other screw with the second screw driver Z WARNING The threads on the screws that secure the front casters to the fork have been treated with a medium strength thread loc
102. k to reduce the possibility that they will become loose You should be able to remove and reinstall Washer these screws two or three times without reapplying thread lock to these Screws If you repeatedly remove and reinstall these screws TiLite requires that you reapply a medium strength thread lock after every second adjustment f you ignore this Warning you may tip over or lose Jam Nut control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Figure 85 TX Replacing the Fork Replacing Front Forks Tools Needed 1 2 Socket Wrench 1 Remove the front casters See Replacing Front Casters on page 59 2 Loosen and remove the jam nut and washer that secures the fork to the fork stem See Figure 85 3 Remove the old fork and install the replacement fork on the fork stem dd 4 Replace the jam nut and washer and securely tighten The jam nut should be sufficiently tight so that the fork does not rotate freely around the stem bolt With the chair tipped backward so that the stem bolt is parallel to the ground if you hold the caster at 90 to the ground and release it it should move slightly toward the ground 5 Reinstall the front casters See Replacing Front Casters on page 59 000 86 2GX Aero X Available Forks FOLDING 0907RevB 59 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 11 CASTERS FORKS AND C
103. l accessory for TiLite wheelchairs Caster pin locks are not designed to slow or stop a moving wheelchair they do not prevent the casters from turning Caster pin locks are ONLY designed to keep the front casters from rotating within the caster barrel when your chair is at a complete stop In other words properly engaged caster pin locks will not stop the chair from rolling but will stop it from turning 1 ALWAYS make sure the locking pin on your caster pin locks fully engages with the front casters If the caster pin lock does not properly engage the caster pin lock may not work properly and the front casters may rotate unexpectedly causing the chair to turn unexpectedly 2 When you transfer to or from your chair ALWAYS set both rear wheel locks and both caster pin locks to prevent the rear wheels from rolling and front casters from rotating If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair OM_FOLDING_0907RevB 15 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS M PUSH HANDLES Z WARNING Push handles are optional equipment on TiLite wheelchairs Push handles provide secure points for an attendant or assistant to hold the rear of the chair to prevent a fall or tip over If you have an attendant or assistant you should have push handles installed on your chair by TiLite TiLite offers push handles that are integral to the back canes and bol
104. lap to expose the back straps backrest ears which are adjustable using hook amp loop material See Figure 39 2 Completely detach the back upholstery from the back straps backrest ears Do not remove the back straps backrest ears from the back canes 3 Adjust to the desired tautness by loosening the back straps and then pulling on the loose end to pull the backrest ears closer together Tighter back upholstery will increase the stability and maintain normal maneuverability of the chair because the user is pushed forward slightly It may also make unfolding and folding the chair more difficult Looser back upholstery will increase maneuverability but will make the chair more prone to tip over backward because additional weight is being distributed onto the rear wheels 4 Align the top of the back upholstery with the uppermost back strap 5 Securely attach the back upholstery to the back straps backrest ears using the hook amp loop material and lower the back flap back into position 777 Screw Back Upholstery Flap Plastic Ties Figure 38 Replacing Padded Nylon Back Upholstery Back Flap Backrest Ears Figure 39 Tension Adjustable Back Upholstery Folding Owners Manual 36 FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 7 BACK UPHOLSTERY SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS Replacing the Upholstery Tools Needed Phillips Screwdriver 1 Remove the seat cushion Remov
105. ling and rods into the seat rails Unfold the chair Reattach the seat rail end caps using the rubber mallet Allen lt 1 Screws Bolt On Seat Sling Figure 42 Replacing Tension Adjustable Bolt On Seat Sling Figure 43 Adjusting Tension Adjustable Slide in Seat Sling OM_FOLDING_0907RevB 39 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 7 BACK UPHOLSTERY SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS 10 Replace the seat cushion TiLite Seat Cushion 2GX Aero X SX TX X and XC Replacing the Foam Insert to Your TiLite Seat Cushion Lift up and remove the existing seat cushion from the seat upholstery 2 Unzip the seat cushion cover and remove the foam insert 3 Insert the new foam insert into the seat cushion cover 4 Close the seat cushion cover and replace on the chair For seat cushions or seat backs manufactured by manufacturers other than TiLite e g Corbac ROHO Supracor or Varilite consult the owners manual provided by the applicable manufacturer Folding Owners Manual 40 OM FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 8 AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS CENTER OF GRAVITY All TiLite folding wheelchairs are equipped with standard camber plugs By adjusting the position of the camber plugs you can adjust the center of gravity of your chair In some cases you also can adjust the rear seat height This section explains the various adjustments that are possible Z WARNING Any changes to the position of the camber plu
106. ll to Lock position If it is in the lower position see Figure 71 the Uni Lock is set to the Push to Lock position You can change the operation from pull to push or vice versa as follows 1 Remove the socket head cap screw and reposition it to either the Pull to Lock or Push to Lock position as desired See Figure 72 2 Securely tighten the socket head cap screw Repositioning the Handle of the Uni Lock Wheel Lock Six 6 handle positions are achievable using the Uni Lock See Figures 74 through 77 Each handle position can be used as either a Pull to Lock or a Push to Lock see Changing the Uni Lock From the Push to the Pull Position on page 54 resulting in 12 possible Uni Lock setups Figures 74 through 77 show the handle in both the engaged locked and disengaged unlocked positions Study the Figures to determine which handle configuration will work best for you Follow the directions below to reconfigure your handle to the desired configuration Pull to Lock Position Push to Lock Position Figure 72 Changing From Push to Pull Figure 73 Handle Removing the Wheel Lock Handle Folding Owners Manual 54 FOLDING 0907RevB Standard Handle Positions 1 2 3 Your Uni Lock is shipped by TiLite with the handle in standard position 3 If you desire to switch to standard positions 1 or 2 follow the procedures below Tools Needed 1 8 Allen Wrench 3 8 Open End Wrench 1 As
107. llowing the procedures for adjusting the angle or depth of a flip up footrest as set forth under Flip Up Footrest Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrests Depth Adjustable Flip Up Footrests and Depth and Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrests on pages 21 23 90 Hanger Flip Up Footrests 90 Hanger Depth Adjustable Flip Up Footrests 2GX Aero X and SX Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the Footrest Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench e Ruler 1 Remove the Allen Screw that secures the footplate bracket to the frame See Figures 11 or 12 Make sure to note the order in which you remove the various washers and nuts when removing the Allen Screw 2 Reposition the existing or replacement footrest assembly to the desired height not less than 2 of ground clearance lining up the hole in the footplate bracket with a hole in the frame 3 Reinsert the Allen Screw through the 1 2 washer footplate bracket the 1 concave washer the frame the second 1 concave washer the second 1 2 washer and the lock nut Securely tighten Adjusting the Depth of the Footrest Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench 1 Remove the two Allen Screws and locknuts that secure the footplate to the angle adjustable footrest bracket See Figure 12 2 Reposition the footplate to the desired depth 3 Reinsert and securely tighten the two Allen Screws and locknuts SR ON
108. ls Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 1 Place the chair on a level surface 2 Loosen but do not remove the two Allen Screws that hold the caster barrel tab in place against the U Clamp see Figure 93 or the frame see Figure 94 Note It is necessary to loosen the top screw more than the lower screw in order to permit the locking block to disengage from the caster barrel tab See Figures 93 and 94 3 Using a drafting triangle or similar 90 angle tool as shown in Figures 93 and 94 rotate the caster barrel until the straight edge of the caster barrel tab is perpendicular to the level surface 4 Securely tighten both Allen Screws making sure the grooves in the locking block are properly seated in the grooves in the caster barrel tab 5 After tightening the screws recheck the caster barrel tab to be certain it is still perpendicular to the ground before riding Adjustable Angle Fork 2GX and Aero X Tools Needed 7 16 Open End Wrench 5 32 Allen Wrench 1 Place the chair on a level surface 2 Loosen the locknut while keeping the bolt from rotating Note it is only necessary to loosen not remove the locknut to allow the bolt to be easily turned with an Allen Wrench See Figure 95 3 Turn the bolt to adjust the angle of the fork 4 Use a drafting triangle or similar 90 angle tool as sown in figure 95 to adjust the fork to be perpendicular to the level surface To do this first rotate the fork toward the rear w
109. me into contact with obstacles in your path f you Ignore the Warning you could fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously Injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the Footrest You can adjust the height of or replace the footrest by using the tools and following the procedures for adjusting the height of or replacing a flip up footrest as set forth under Flip Up Footrest Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrest Depth Adjustable Flip Up Footrest and Depth and Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrest on pages 19 20 Note In following those procedures it will be necessary to adjust both sides of the frame simultaneously because there is only a single 1 piece footrest CHAPTER 3 FOOTRESTS FOLDING 0907RevB 27 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 4 BACKRESTS PUSH HANDLES AND STROLLER HANDLES Adjustable Height Backrest Straight or 8 Bend With or Without Integrated Push Handles SX and X Adjusting the Backrest Height Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench 1 Observe the tautness of the back upholstery 2 Remove the back upholstery See Chapter 7 Back Upholstery Seat Upholstery and Seat Cushions on pages 28 31 3 Remove the four Allen Screws two on each side of the chair that secure the axle plate to the frame These Allen Screws also secure the back extension tube within the frame Carefully note the order in which the
110. nch 1 Remove the seat cushion 2 Remove all Allen Screws that attach the seat upholstery to the chair frame See Figure 42 3 Detach the hook amp loop adjustment flap and remove the bolt on seat sling 4 f your replacement upholstery included new aluminum seat rails proceed to step 5 If not remove the aluminum seat rails from old upholstery and insert them into the new upholstery 5 Place the new seat upholstery on the frame and align the fastening holes in the upholstery and aluminum seat rails with the holes in the seat tubes of the frame Bolt On Seat Sling Figure 41 Adjusting Tension Adjustable Bolt On Seat Sling Folding Owners Manual 38 FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 7 BACK UPHOLSTERY SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS 6 Loosely install all the Allen Screws on the side of the seat sling where the hook amp loop adjustment flap is located 7 Install all the Allen Screws on the opposite side of the seat sling and securely tighten all Allen Screws 8 Detach the hook amp loop adjustment flap and adjust the seat upholstery to the desired tension 9 Fully tighten the Allen Screws that attach the seat upholstery to the frame Note this adjustment will be much easier if someone assists you by retightening the Allen Screws while you hold the adjustment flap at the desired tension 10 Replace the seat cushion Tension Adjustable Slide in Seat Sling 2GX Aero X and TX Z WARNING Do
111. nd securely tighten all eight Allen Screws 5 Reinstall the rear wheels 6 Checkthe toe in toe out and adjust as needed Adjusting the Rear Seat Height TX Figure 52 2GX Aero X Camber Mount Clamp Configurations If your chair is a TX you cannot change the rear seat height Adjusting the Rear Wheel Spacing Replacing the Camber Plugs TX Z WARNING Do not extend the camber plug more than 1 out of the camber mount clamp If more than 1 of the camber plug is outside of the camber mount clamp the camber plug could disengage from the camber mount clamp Axle Plate while you are using the chair f you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Allen Screws Tools Needed Figure 53 Hm 3 16 Allen Wrench 2GX Aero X Adjusting the Center of Gravity Ruler Level Camber Mount Clamp 1 Remove the rear wheels 2 Loosen but do not remove the Allen Screw that secures each camber plug to each camber mount clamp See Figure 50 If you are adjusting the rear wheel spacing only loosen the screw enough to permit the camber plug to slide in and out of the camber mount clamp and skip to Step 5 below 3 Remove the camber plugs Threaded 4 Install the new camber plugs Camber 5 The amount of the camber plug that extends outside of the camber Clamp mount clamp affec
112. nd washer shown in Figure 79 with the black plastic washer that shipped with your wheelchair Allen Screws Figure 78 Adjusting Replacing the Composite Scissor lock Allen Screw Lock Handle Figure 79 Removing the Scissor Lock Spring Lock Handle Allen Screw Top Washer Nut Figure 80 Reassembling the Scissor Lock Folding Owners Manual 56 FOLDING 0907RevB 11 CHAPTER 10 WHEEL LOCKS Reattach the locking mechanism handle and blade portion of the scissor lock to the base by inserting the hex bolt through the black plastic washer instead of the metal washer and spring the base and the two washers and nut removed in Step 2 Loosely secure the nut Reattach the handle to the base by inserting the Allen Screw removed in Step 1 through the top washer the handle sleeve the handle the two middle washers the base and the bottom nut See Figure 80 Securely tighten the Allen Screw Tighten the nut that was loosely secured in Step 7 Do not over tighten or the scissor lock will become difficult to operate Reinstall the scissor lock on the wheelchair and make sure it is properly positioned to fully lock the rear wheel and prevent it from turning when the lock is engaged See Adjusting Replacing the Composite Scissor Lock on page 56 FOLDING 0907RevB 57 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 11 CASTERS FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS Front Casters and Forks SX X and XC
113. ndle 2GX Aero X SX TX X and XC Locked Position m NG f 6 Adjusting the Quick Release Axle Sleeve 29 Z WARNING Set Scr w 1 7 Quick release axles are pre adjusted to permit minimal play in the axle Hub 9 TiLite recommends that you do not adjust the axle Improperly adjusting Axle bd the axle could cause it to malfunction too much play can cause the axle S 7 et Screw 2 to bend and become stuck in the axle sleeve too little play can prevent Set Screw 3 the locking balls from engaging fully causing the wheel to disengage from the chair without warning TiLite recommends that any adjustments be Quick Release Handle made by an authorized TiLite dealer If you ignore this Warning you may Unlocked Position fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself Figure 65 or others or damage the wheelchair Quad Quick Release Axle Adjustment Tools Needed 3 4 End Wrench 7 16 End Wrench 1 Depress the release button and remove rear wheel and quick release axle See Figure 64 2 Remove axle from the wheel by depressing the release button and sliding the axle through the rear wheel hub 3 Once removed from the hub release the release button the locking balls should be fully extended 4 Increase or decrease axle play by adjusting the locknut while securing the opposite end of the axle using the smaller wrench at the flats at the end of the axle
114. njury to the occupant will occur Z WARNING Replacement of the handrim must be performed by an authorized TiLite dealer or qualified technician If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Replacing the Handrim Tools required 2 Phillips Screw Driver 3 8 Open End Wrench Z WARNING The tire must be fully deflated before any disassembly procedures are performed Do not re inflate the tire until all re assembly is completed If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair 1 Remove the rear wheel from the chair Remove all air from the inner tube If you have a Schrader valve see Figure 103 remove valve stem cap and release all of the air from the tube by pressing down on the pin in the center of the valve stem If you have a Presta valve see Figure 104 remove the valve stem cap unscrew counter clockwise the knurled nut on the valve stem and release all of the air from the tube by pressing down on the pin in the center of the valve stem Note If you have a solid tire do not remove it from the wheel unless you have the proper equipment to permit you to reinstall it after changing the handrim 3 While carefully holding the tire inner tube and rim strip to one side hold the Phillips Screws with a screw driver and
115. not make the seat sling upholstery tension so loose that it does not properly support your weight The sling should never be so loose that the sling causes your weight to be borne by the cross tubes below the seat sling Adjusting the Tension Tools required Flat Head Screw Driver Rubber Mallet 1 Remove the seat cushion 2 Insert the flat head screwdriver in the notch on the underside of each seat rail cap and pry off both caps See Figure 43 Fold the chair Remove slide in seat sling and rods See Figure 43 Detach the hook amp loop adjustment flap and adjust the seat upholstery to the desired tension Re insert slide in seat sling and rods into the seat rails Unfold the chair Reattach the seat rail caps using the rubber mallet and replace the seat cushion o RO Replacing the Upholstery Tools required Flat Head Screw Driver Rubber Mallet 1 Remove the seat cushion 2 Insert the flathead screwdriver into the notch the underside of each seat rail cap and pry off both caps See Figure 43 3 Fold the chair 4 Remove slide in seat sling and seat sling rods See Figure 43 5 If your replacement upholstery included new seat sling rods proceed to Step 6 If not remove the seat sling rods from the old upholstery and insert them in the new upholstery 6 Adjust the seat upholstery to the desired tension using the hook amp loop adjustment flap 7 Re insert slide in seat rail s
116. not tighten the two Allen Screws 4 Follow the procedures under Composite Scissor Lock Adjusting the Composite Scissor Lock on page 55 to position and secure the new composite scissor lock Removing the Scissor Lock Spring Z WARNING The spring will likely pop out when the two parts are separated so eye protection is required If you ignore this Warning you may seriously injure yourself Tools Needed 1 8 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench Some wheelchair users may not have sufficient arm strength to comfortably operate the composite scissor lock due to the tension in the spring mechanism The spring can be removed to facilitate easier operation of the lock Removal of the spring does not affect the lock s ability to properly secure the rear wheel when fully engaged Note Once removed the spring cannot be readily re installed without a special spring installation tool If you require the spring installation tool contact TiLite Customer Service at 1 800 545 2266 To remove the spring 1 Remove the Allen Screw See Figure 79 Carefully note the order of the washers on either side of the lock handle See Figure 79 2 Remove the nut See Figure 79 Carefully note the order of the washers between the nut and base 3 Carefully separate the locking mechanism handle and blade portion of the scissor lock from the base 4 Remove and set aside the spring and metal washer shown in Figure 79 5 Replace the spring a
117. on to release the elastomer shock Note The metal disc is glued to the top of the elastomer shock Install the new elastomer shock making sure the metal disk is facing upward toward the fork stem Push firmly on the fork stem to facilitate reinstalling the Allen Screws and threaded d 5 SAE Figure 99 Fixing a Floating Caster Allen Screw and Threaded Spacer Figure 100 Frog Legs Folding Owners Manual 64 FOLDING 0907RevB Rear Wheels with Quick Release Axles All Models Z WARNING Do not attempt these procedures when the chair is occupied Serious injury to the occupant will occur Removing 1 Hold wheel securely at the hub through the spokes See Figure 101 Depress the release button on the quick release axle and slide the wheel and axle out of the axle sleeve 3 Release the release button Replacing Z WARNING Make sure the locking balls of the quick release axle are fully secured inside the axle sleeve before operating the chair If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair 1 Hold wheel securely at the hub through the spokes See Figure 101 Depress the release button on the quick release axle making sure the locking balls recess into the axle Insert the axle all the way into the axle sleeve Release the release button Make sure the wheel is s
118. own in Figure 52 For example if your chair was delivered in the configuration shown in Figure 52A but you want the rear seat height while maintaining the same center of gravity then switch the left and right camber mount clamps so as to achieve the configuration shown in Figure 52C Camber Plug Camber Plug Clamp Allen Screw Figure 58 XC Adjusting the Rear Wheel Spacing Figure 59 XC Measuring Rear Wheel Spacing Folding Owners Manual 46 FOLDING 0907RevB CHAPTER 8 AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS CENTER OF GRAVITY REAR SEAT HEIGHT Adjusting the Rear Wheel Spacing Replacing the Camber Plugs 2GX and Aero X Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench Ruler Z WARNING Do not extend the camber plug more than 1 out of the camber mount clamp If more than 1 of the camber plug is outside of the camber mount clamp the camber plug could disengage from the camber mount clamp while you are using the chair f you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair 1 Remove the rear wheels 2 Loosen but do not remove the two Allen Screws that secure the camber plug within each camber mount clamp See Figure 56 If you are adjusting the rear wheel spacing only loosen the screws enough to permit the camber plug to slide in and out of the camber mount clamp and skip to Step
119. p NEVER climb or descend at an angle ALWAYS be aware that the impact of dropping down from a curb or step can damage your chair or cause components to become loose If you perform such maneuvers inspect your chair more frequently o BON If you are not highly skilled at tilting the chair or the step or the curb is more than 4 high ALWAYS have an assistant help you negotiate curbs and steps Your assistant must first read the Warnings contained in this Manual in their entirety especially the sections titled Climbing a Curb or Single Step Climbing a Flight of Stairs Descending a Curb or Single Step and Descending a Flight of Stairs on pages 4 6 If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair HILLS SLOPES RAMPS Z WARNING The center of balance of your chair is affected by the slope of the surface over which you are riding Because your center of balance will be affected your chair will be less stable when it is at an angle This is especially true when riding on a slope sideways Furthermore do not assume anti tippers will prevent a fall or tip over under these conditions The following rules may help to avoid a fall or tip over 1 ALWAYS go up or down a slope hill or ramp as straight as possible If you try to cut the corner you will be traversing the slope hill or ramp sideways to the slope and your risk of tipping ove
120. plying threadlock to these screws If you repeatedly remove and reinstall Figure 82 these Allen Screws requires that you reapply a medium strength Replacing the Front Caster Casters threadlock after every second adjustment f you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Front Caster Caster Barrel Cap Replacing Front Fork Assemblies Tools Needed 5 64 Allen Wrench Set Screw Note TiLite fork stems are installed in TiLite forks using Loctite Accordingly if it becomes necessary to replace your forks or fork stems TiLite requires that you order the complete front fork assembly Fork Stem Remove the front casters See Replacing Front Casters on page 58 Loosen the set screw in the caster barrel cap See Figure 83 Unscrew the caster barrel cap Remove the front fork assembly consisting of the fork and the fork stem from the caster barrel Insert the new fork assembly through the caster barrel and washer and screw the caster barrel cap onto the end of the fork stem The caster barrel cap should be sufficiently tight so that the fork and stem do not rotate freely With the chair tipped backward so that the stem is parallel to the ground if you hold the caster at 90 to the ground and release it it should move slightly toward the ground PON gt Figure 83 SX X XC Replacing the Front For
121. ps and axle plates on either side of the chair can be reversed or exchanged so as to achieve any of the four configurations shown in Figure 52 When your chair shipped from the factory it shipped in the configuration shown in Figure 52a or 52c Depending on the desired location of the center of gravity and or rear seat height it may be necessary to change the configuration of the camber mount clamps and axle plates to one of the other configurations shown in Figure 52 REAR SEAT HEIGHT Figure 56 2GX Aero X Adjusting Rear Wheel Spacing Figure 57 2GX Aero X Measuring Rear Wheel Spacing FOLDING 0907RevB 45 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 8 AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS CENTER OF GRAVITY REAR SEAT HEIGHT Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 9 16 Torque Wrench 1 2 3 Remove the rear wheels Remove the two hex bolts two on each side of the chair that secure the camber mount clamp to the vertical axle plate See Figure 54 Reposition the camber mount clamp to the desired height making sure that locating pin on the inside of the clamp is secured inside one of the notches on the vertical axle clamp See Figure 55 Note that the notches in the vertical axle plate spaced in approximately 5 16 increments Reinstall the two hex bolts that secure the camber mount clamp to the vertical axle plate making sure all washers are reinstalled in the exact same order as they were originally installed Initiall
122. r has 90 hangers see Figure 10 see 90 Hanger Flip Up Footrests 90 Hanger Depth Adjustable Flip Up Footrests on page 24 or 90 Hanger Depth and Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrests on page 25 Footrest Frame Extension Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the Footrest Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench e Ruler High Mount Extension Allen S en Screws Tube 1 Loosen the two Allen Screws through the footrest extension clamp that secures the high mount extension tube to the frame Figure 9 See Figure 9 Height Adjustments on High Mount Flip Up 2 Raise or lower the high mount footrest extension tube to the desired Footrests height not less than 2 of ground clearance OM_FOLDING_0907RevB 23 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 3 FOOTRESTS 3 If replacing the entire footrest assembly remove the high mount footrest extension tube and flip up footrest assembly completely and reattach a new high mount footrest extension tube and footrest assembly at the desired height not less than 2 of ground clearance 4 When both of the footrests on both sides of the chair are adjusted to the desired height securely tighten the two Allen Screws through the extension clamps that secure the high mount footrest extension tubes to the frame Adjusting the Angle or Depth of the Footrest If your high mount flip up footrest is angle or depth adjustable or both you can adjust the angle or depth by using the tools and fo
123. r sideways will increase 2 NEVER use your chair on a slope greater than 10 slope with an elevation greater than one foot in height for every ten feet in length 3 NEVER stop on a steep slope If you stop on a steep slope you may not be able to maintain control of the chair 4 NEVER use rear wheel locks as a brake to slow or stop your chair Wheel locks are NOT brakes Doing so will most likely cause the chair to veer out of control NEVER try to turn around or change direction when going up or down a slope ALWAYS stay in the CENTER of a ramp NEVER start up or down a ramp unless you are certain the ramp is wide enough for its entire length so your wheels will not fall off the edge 8 In order to control your speed ALWAYS keep pressure with your hands on the handrims when going down slope or ramp DO NOT go too fast Excessive speed may cause you to lose control of your chair or it may cause your casters to flutter which can cause a fall or tip over 9 ALWAYS lean or press your body in the UPHILL direction This will help shift your weight to counteract the change in the center of balance caused by the hill slope or ramp 10 ALWAYS ask for assistance if you have any concerns at all about your ability to maintain safe control of your chair on a hill slope or ramp 11 ALWAYS be alert for wet or slippery conditions or surfaces any changes in the grade of the slope such as a lip bump or depression and any drop off or
124. re 44 Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 3 16 Open End Wrench 1 Remove the rear wheels 2 Remove the four Allen Screws two on each side of the chair that secure the camber plug clamps to the axle plates See Figure 45 3 Reposition one camber plug clamp to the desired location and align the two holes in the camber plug clamp with two holes in the axle plate 4 Reinsert the two Allen Screws through the axle plate the camber plug clamp and the nylock nuts 5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 on the opposite side of the chair Make sure the second camber plug clamp is mounted in exactly the same location on the opposite side of the frame REAR SEAT HEIGHT o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o 0000000000 0000 9 0000000000 Figure 44 SX X Regular and Amputee Axle Plates Axle Plate Nylock Nuts Camber Plug Camber Allen Screws Plug Clamp Figure 45 SX X Adjusting the Center of Gravity Axle Plate 6 Securely tighten all four Allen Screws 7 Reinstall the rear wheels 8 Checkthe toe in toe out and adjust as needed and square the front Figure 46 casters as needed SX X Adjusting Rear Seat Height OM FOLDING 0907RevB 41 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 8 AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS CENTER OF GRAVITY REAR SEAT HEIGHT Adjusting the Rear Seat Height SX and X Note Depending on the configuration that was specified when your chair was ordered your SX or X
125. re the floors where you live and work are level KEEP all floors where you live and work free of obstacles and hazards When riding UP and over an obstacle lean your upper body slightly FORWARD When riding DOWN from a higher to a lower level press your upper body BACKWARD lightly ALWAYS keep both hands on the handrims as you go over an obstacle OM FOLDING 0907RevB 9 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS 10 NEVER push or pull on any object such as a door knob or door jamb or furniture in order to propel your chair 11 If your chair has anti tippers lock them in place before you go UP over an obstacle If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair H CURBS STEPS ZA WARNING Curbs and steps are extremely dangerous obstacles 1 NEVER attempt to go up or down a curb or step without an assistant UNLESS a you are a very skilled rider of your chair and b you have previously learned to safely do a wheelie in your chair and c you are sure you have the strength and balance to control your chair during any such maneuver ALWAYS unlock and rotate anti tippers up and out of the way so they do not prevent you from executing this maneuver Even if you are a highly skilled rider NEVER attempt to climb or descend a curb or step more than 4 high ALWAYS go straight up or down a curb or ste
126. re yourself or others or damage the wheelchair 1 Place the 7 8 open end wrench onto the camber plug and use the 3 4 open end wrench to remove the axle sleeve See Figure 106 2 Addor delete the spacers you need to increase decrease your rear wheel spacing 3 After you have adjusted your rear wheel spacing reinstall the axle sleeve in the camber plug and hand tighten 4 Using a torque wrench tighten the axle sleeve to 230 inch pounds FOLDING 0907RevB 67 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 13 ANTI TIPS Rear Anti Tips All Models Adjusting 1 To adjust the height of the rear anti tip press the two release buttons on the telescoping lower tube then adjust the height of the lower tube so the wheel is within 1 1 2 to 2 off the ground See Figure 107 2 To rotate the anti tips upward press the release button on the anti tip receptacle to release the extension tube and rotate upward until the release button locks in place on the opposite side of the anti tip receptacle 3 To remove the rear anti tip press the release button on the anti tip receptacle and pull the extension tube out of the anti tip receptacle Note 1 1 2 to 2 of clearance between the bottom of the anti tip wheels and the floor must be maintained to ensure proper anti tip function Mounting the Rear Anti Tip Receptacle SX and X Z WARNING Mounting the rear anti tip receptacle must be performed by an authorized TiLite dealer or qualified
127. repeatedly remove and reinstall these screws TiLite requires that you reapply a medium strength threadlock after every second adjustment If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Phillips Screw Caster Figure 88 Replacing Front Fork Assemblies 2GX Aero X Center Mount Tools Needed 5 64 Allen Wrench 1 Remove the front casters See Replacing Front Casters on page 59 2 Loosen and remove the jam nut and washer that secures the fork to the fork stem See Figure 87 L Handle 3 Remove the old fork and install the replacement fork on the fork stem Lock Ring 4 Replace the jam nut and washer and securely tighten The jam nut should be sufficiently tight so that the fork does not rotate freely around the stem bolt With the chair tipped backward so that the stem bolt is parallel to the ground if you hold the caster at 90 to the ground and release it it should move slightly toward the ground 5 Reinstall the front caster See Replacing Front Casters on page 59 Adjusting Front Seat Height Note Depending on the fork that came with your chair you may be able Figure 89 to adjust the front seat height of your chair up or down without changing SX XCasterPinLock the front casters to a larger or smaller size Follow the procedures under shown In the locked position Folding Owners Manual 60 OM_FOLD
128. right Uni Lock and the left Uni Lock 5 Securely tighten all screws and nuts Uni Lock with Extension Handles 2GX Aero X SX TX X and XC All of the adjustments set forth under Uni Lock on pages 54 and 55 apply to the Uni Lock with Extension Handles Composite Scissor Lock 2GX Aero X SX TX X and XC Adjusting the Composite Scissor Lock Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench CHAPTER 10 WHEEL LOCKS Pull to Unlock Figure 74 Standard Handle Positions 1 2 and 3 Locked Figure 75 Standard Handle Positions 1 2 and 3 Unlocked Figure 76 Reverse Handle Positions 1 2 and 3 Locked Figure 77 Reverse Handle Positions 1 2 and 3 Unlocked OM FOLDING 0907RevB 55 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 10 WHEEL LOCKS Loosen the two Allen Screws in the wheel lock clamp See Figure 74 2 Adjust the position of the wheel lock clamp on the frame so the wheel stop embeds at least 3 16 into the tire when engaged in the locked position 3 Securely tighten the two Allen Screws that secure the wheel lock clamp to the frame Replacing the Composite Scissor Lock Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench 1 Loosen the two Allen Screws that secure the wheel lock clamp to the frame See Figure 78 2 Slide the old composite scissor lock out of the wheel lock clamp 3 Slide the new composite scissor lock into the wheel lock clamp but do
129. sons for purchasing a TiLite 9 Reputation Dealer Relative Friend Therapist Doctor Advertisement Please Specify 4 Were your expectations met in the following areas If not please specify Quality of Service Yes No Ee Timeliness of Delivery J Yes No Quality of Product G Yes No 21 5 What additional features if any would you like to see on this or future TiLite products E Folding Owners Manual iv OM FOLDING 0907RevB CUT ALONG LINE FOLD HERE NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES Sey BUSINESS REPLY MAIL SSS FIRST CLASS MAIL PERMIT 100 PASCO WA SE POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE EE NN pne e __ TILITE INN 1426 EAST THIRD AVE mE KENNEWICK WA 99337 9904 FOLD HERE TiLite Product Registration Form CUT ALONG LINE Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing X OM FOLDING 0907RevB V Folding Owners Manual CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 ttn 1 GENERAL WARNINGS 1 A SAFETY INSPECTIONS AND 2 2 1 B ACCLIMATING TO YOUR NEW CHAIR 4 eoru than rohs n oar ae E3 Reo EX ER E EHE Rr rae heh 1 WEIGHT EIMITATION 25 a REPE RUE eR ABER E 1 D PREVENTING ACCIDENTS AND 8
130. ssor LOCk eene eene ente hh hh ah aea RES PRIORA ORI ERE 55 Replacing the Composite Scissor haa ah ERO RO AR ERROR ER e seges 56 Removing the Scissor Lock Sprilig 56 CHAPTER 11 CASTERS FORKS AND CASTER PIN LOCKS 58 FRONT CASTERS AND FORKS SX X AND 58 Replacing Front Fork 58 FRONT CASTERS AND FORKS 1 59 Replacing Front 59 Replacing Front Forks 59 FRONT CASTERS AND FORKS 2GX AND AERO 60 Replacing Front 60 Replacing Front Fork 60 Adj sting Front Seat 60 CASTER PIN LOCKS SX 61 CASTER PIN LOCKS 2GX AERO X AND TX ioa eb n hn rat ea RE vaa ES YER VES E va Eva cera sienasvawsnued 61 ADJUSTABLE ANGLE CASTER BARREL SX 62 Adj stmg the ERE EDAX 62 ADJUSTABLE
131. t ears from the back canes Ears 3 Adjust to the desired tautness by reattaching the back upholstery to the backrest ears Tighter back upholstery will increase the stability and maintain normal maneuverability of the chair because l the user is pushed forward slightly It may also make unfolding and folding the chair more difficult Looser back upholstery will increase gt maneuverability but will make the chair more prone to tip over ab backward because additional weight is being distributed onto the rear igure wheels 9 9 TX XC Tension Adjustable Back Upholstery 4 Align the top of the back upholstery with the backrest ear 5 Securely attach the back upholstery to the backrest ears and lower the back flap back into position Replacing the Upholstery Tools Needed 1 8 Allen Wrench 1 Remove the seat cushion 2 Remove the back upholstery from the Velcro backrest ears and straps See Figure 39 3 If replacing the ears remove the screw that secures each backrest ear to the back canes See Figure 39 4 Slide the backrest ears off the back canes 5 If replacing the lower Velcro straps remove the straps from the back canes OM FOLDING 0907RevB 37 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 7 BACK UPHOLSTERY SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND SEAT CUSHIONS Install new backrest straps Slide new backrest ears onto back canes Secure the backrest ears with the screws removed in Step 3 Install the new backres
132. t of the opposite side of the quick release nut the side adjacent to the wheel hub Loosen Set Screw 1 on the collar Replace the wheel on the chair With the wheel still on the chair and the quad quick release handle in the locked position so the locking balls are fully engaged securely tighten Set Screw 1 so the collar is securely on the axle sleeve Figure 67 6 With the release handle in the unlocked position turn Set Screw 3 SX X Amputee Adapters clockwise to remove any remaining play between the wheel hub and collar 7 Flip the quad quick release handle to the locked position and check the play in the axle Make sure the locking balls fully engage and lock the axle into the camber tube If there is still too much play in the axle repeat the procedure in step 6 If you have taken too much play out of the axle repeat the procedure in step 6 but turn Set Screw 3 counter clockwise to add play to the axle 8 Before riding in the chair check the play in wheel and check to make sure the locking balls have fully secured the axle inside the axle Sleeve by pulling on the hub with the quad quick release handle in the locked position If the locking balls do not properly engage or there is too much play return to Step 1 and repeat this procedure o Amputee Adapters SX X and Aero X Amputee adapters serve to relocate the camber plugs behind the rear of the wheelchair By positioning the camber plugs behind the rear of the chair t
133. t on push handles TiLite recommends that you do NOT use non TiLite bolt on push handles because they will damage the backrest of your TiLite chair Your attendant or assistant should regularly check the push handle grips to make sure they fit securely and will not rotate or slip off Push handles should NEVER be used to lift the chair or pull the chair especially when it is occupied as they may detach ALWAYS lift or pull the chair by grasping a non detachable part of the frame If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair N FASTENERS Z WARNING TiLite uses only high strength high quality fasteners nuts bolts screws and clamps on its wheelchairs If you replace any of these fasteners with improper or inferior fasteners you may damage your chair or may cause it to fail unexpectedly 1 ALWAYS use fasteners obtained from an authorized TiLite dealer 2 REGULARLY inspect all fasteners to make sure they have not become loose If any become loose tighten them immediately 3 NEVER over or under tighten the fasteners on your chair Over tightened or under tightened fasteners may damage your chair or fail unexpectedly If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair O POWER DRIVE Z WARNING Certain manufacturers offer manual w
134. t upholstery over the backrest ears 0 Replace the seat cushion O OND Note If your chair has push handles you will not be able to slide the back upholstery off the top of the back canes Instead you will need to remove the back canes See Adjustable Height Backrest with or without Integrated Push Handles TX and XC Then you can slide the back upholstery off the bottom end of the back canes and install the new upholstery in this manner as well Tension Adjustable Bolt On Seat Sling SX X and XC Z WARNING Do not make the seat sling upholstery tension so loose that it does not properly support your weight The sling should never be so loose that the sling causes your weight to be borne by the cross tubes below the seat sling Adjusting the Tension Tools required 1 8 Allen Wrench 1 Remove the seat cushion 2 Loosen but do not remove the Allen Screws on the side of the seat upholstery where the hook amp loop adjustment flap is located on the underside of the seat upholstery See Figure 41 3 Detach the hook amp loop adjustment flap and adjust the seat upholstery to the desired tension 4 Retighten the Allen Screws that attach the seat upholstery to the frame Note this adjustment will be much easier if someone assists you by retightening the Allen Screws while you hold the adjustment flap at the desired tension 5 Replace the seat cushion Replacing the Upholstery Tools required 1 8 Allen Wre
135. technician If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Note Unless you ordered rear anti tips when you originally ordered your TiLite wheelchair you will need to order replacement Allen Screws when ordering rear anti tips Tools Needed 5 32 Allen Wrench 7 16 Open End Wrench 1 Remove the rear wheels and place the frame on a level surface Remove the Allen Screws that secure the adjustable axle plate at the rear of the frame Carefully note the placement of the plate and the order of the various washers and nuts and if applicable stroller handle and or armrest receivers See Figure 108 3 Install the anti tip receptacle as shown in Figure 108 4 Insert the replacement Allen Screws through the anti tip receptacle the axle plate the various washers and the locknuts and securely tighten the locknuts 5 Reinstall the rear wheels Mounting the Rear Anti Tip Receptacle TX and XC Z N WARNING Mounting the rear anti tip receptacle must be performed by an authorized Anti Tip TiLite dealer or qualified technician If you ignore this Warning you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Anti Tip Receptacle Release Button Extension Tube Lower Tube Release Button Figure 107 Adjusting the Rear Anti tip Lock Nuts
136. ter of the axle will pop out fully It is also a good idea to pull on the wheel to double check that the axle is securely locked as a final precaution If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Folding Owners Manual 14 OM_FOLDING_0907RevB CHAPTER 1 WARNINGS J PNEUMATIC TIRES Z WARNING Pneumatic rear tires are standard components on TiLite wheelchairs Other types of rear tires are optional equipment Pneumatic front tires are optional equipment on some TiLite wheelchairs With pneumatic tires it is important to maintain the proper inflation Maintaining the proper inflation will extend the life of your tires and will reduce the rolling resistance of your chair making it easier to use Check your tires WEEKLY for proper inflation The correct inflation level is imprinted on the tire sidewall DO NOT use your chair if any of the pneumatic tires are under inflated or over inflated If any tire is under inflated the chair may tend to veer to one side which could cause you to lose control of the chair If a rear tire is under inflated the wheel lock for that wheel may not work properly and may slip thereby allowing the wheel to turn unexpectedly An over inflated tire may burst thereby causing a loss of control of the chair ALWAYS have pneumatic tire inner tubes replaced by an authorized TiLite dealer oo If
137. the relief of pressure If you have pressure sores or are at risk to get them you may need a special pressure relieving cushion or other seating system If you have pressure sores consult with your doctor immediately If you are at risk to develop pressure sores or do not know if you are at risk consult with your doctor as to the most appropriate seating system for you TiLite has NO information about your medical condition and assumes no responsibility should you choose the wrong seating system for your medical needs You MUST regularly check your seat sling while you are seated in your wheelchair to ensure that the tension is properly adjusted so that your weight does not cause the seat sling to touch the cross tubes beneath the seat sling TiLite also offers a limited number of seat cushions manufactured by other manufacturers However the selection of any of these products is a decision to be made by you and your doctor or therapist TiLite has NO information about your medical condition and assumes no responsibility should you choose the wrong seating system for your medical needs If you ignore these Warnings you may develop pressure sores which can be a life threatening complication from wheelchair use C UPHOLSTERY FABRIC Z WARNING 1 If the fabric of your seat sling or seat back becomes worn or torn ALWAYS replace it immediately If you fail to do so the seat sling or seat back upholstery may sag or fail 2 The upholstery on your
138. the wheelchair If there is no play in the quad quick release handle or if the release handle does not flip back and forth from locked to unlocked properly or if you cannot fully engage it in the locked position or the unlocked position the procedure below will permit you to adjust the operation of the handle Tools Needed 5 64 Allen Wrench 1 Flip the quick release handle to the unlocked position and remove rear wheel and quick release axle See Figure 65 2 Flip quick release handle to locked position 3 To adjust the play between the quick release handle and the release button inside the quick release nut a loosen Set Screw 2 on the quick release nut b rotate the quick release nut clockwise or counter clockwise on the axle until the release button inside the quad quick release nut just touches the release handle while it is in the locked position and c tighten Set Screw 2 4 Adjusting the play in the quick release handle may necessitate an adjustment to the play between the collar and the wheel hub See Adjusting the Play on page 52 5 With the quick release handle in the unlocked position reinstall the rear wheel on the chair 6 Before riding in the chair make sure the locking balls have fully secured the wheel in the axle sleeve by pulling on the hub with the release handle in the locked position If the locking balls do not fully engage repeat these procedures to increase the play i e increase
139. ts the rear wheel spacing The less of the camber plug that extends outside of the camber mount clamp the narrower Figure 54 22 the rear wheel spacing The more of the camber plug that extends 2GX Aero X Adjusting the Rear Seat Height outside of the camber mount clamp the wider the rear wheel spacing However the distance from the camber mount clamp to the end of the camber plug should never exceed 1 Make sure that the distance from the outside edge of the camber clamp to the end of the camber plug is identical on both sides of the chair Note If your desired rear wheel width would require that more than 1 of the camber plug extends beyond the camber plug clamp consider repositioning the camber mount clamp to the outside of the adjustable axle plate See Figure 51 Figure 55 2GX Aero X Folding Owners Manual 44 OM_FOLDING_0907RevB CHAPTER 8 AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS CENTER OF GRAVITY 6 Before tightening the four Allen Screws use a level to make sure that the notches on the camber plug are perpendicular to the ground 7 Securely tighten each Allen Screw 8 Reinstall the rear wheels 9 Checkthe toe in toe out and adjust as needed Adjusting the Center of Gravity 2GX and Aero X Note The camber mount clamps and axle plates on either side of the chair can be reversed or exchanged so as to achieve any of the eight configurations shown in Figure 52 When your chair shipped from the factory it shipped in the
140. uler 1 Loosen the Allen Screw on the binder clamp See Figure 2 2 Depress the snap button and raise or lower the footrest assembly to the desired height not less than 2 of ground clearance making sure the snap button pops out through a hole in the frame 3 If replacing the complete footrest assembly remove the footrest assembly completely and reinsert a new footrest assembly making sure the snap button pops out through a hole in the frame 4 Securely tighten the Allen Screw on the binder clamp CHAPTER 3 FOOTRESTS Figure 1 Flip Up Footrests A Flip Up B Angle Adjustable Flip Up C Depth Adjustable Flip Up D Depth and Angle Adjustable Flip Up Frame Snap Button Allen Screw Footrest Assembly Binder Clamp Figure 2 Adjusting Replacing SX X XC Flip Up Footrests Clamp Extension Tube Allen Screws Figure 3 Adjusting Replacing 2GX Aero X TX Flip up Footrests OM_FOLDING_0907RevB 21 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 3 FOOTRESTS Adjusting the Height of the Footrest 2GX Aero X and TX Tools Needed 1 8 Allen Wrench e Ruler 1 Loosen the two Allen Screws in the clamp that secures the footrest to the frame See Figure 3 Loosen each Allen Screw until the entire head of the screw is completely visible outside the clamp 2 Place the end of a ruler on the floor and hold it vertically against the left corner of the footrest See Figure 4 Adjust the footrest to the desired
141. und Camber Plug 7 Securely tighten all four Allen Screws Figure 50 8 Reinstall the rear wheels TX Adjusting the Rear Wheel Spacing 9 Check the toe in toe out and adjust as needed and square the front casters as needed Adjusting the Center of Gravity TX Allen Screw Z WARNING When repositioning the camber clamps on the CG Bracket as described below always leave as many open holes between each pair of Allen Screws as your desired placement will permit NEVER use two adjacent holes to attach the camber clamp to the CG Bracket f you ignore this Warning your camber clamp may fail causing you to fall tip over or lose control of the chair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the chair EM ii ad ed Figure 51 TX Measuring the Rear Wheel Spacin Tools Needed 9 9 3 16 Allen Wrench Ruler 1 Remove the rear wheels 2 Remove the eight Allen Screws four on each side of the chair that secure the camber clamps to the CG brackets See Figure 49 OM FOLDING 0907RevB 43 Folding Owners Manual CHAPTER 8 AXLE PLATES AND CAMBER PLUGS CENTER OF GRAVITY REAR SEAT HEIGHT 3 Reposition the camber clamps to the desired position on the CG brackets making absolutely sure the positioning is the same on both sides of the chair You MUST leave one open hole between each pair A of Allen Screws 4 Reinstall the Allen Screws and lock washers a
142. ur TiLite wheelchair When you change or adjust the configuration you may increase the risk of a tip over Therefore you should consult your authorized TiLite dealer BEFORE you change or adjust the configuration Further TiLite recommends that you use anti tippers at all times and this is particularly true after you have changed or adjusted the configuration of your chair 2 Unauthorized modifications to your chair or the use of parts not supplied or approved by TiLite may change the chair Structure may cause a safety hazard including an increased risk of a tip over and will void the warranty If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair F ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Z WARNING 1 Riding your TiLite wheelchair on wet icy or other slick surfaces increases the risk of losing control of the wheelchair or tipping over Use extra care if you must ride your chair on any such surface If you have any doubt about your ability to negotiate a particular surface ALWAYS ask for assistance 2 Titanium does not rust or corrode Aluminum does not rust but it will corrode However contact with water or excess moisture may still damage parts or components of your TiLite wheelchair that are made from other materials and could cause such parts or components to fail Therefore DO NOT a use your chair in a shower pool or other body of water b leave
143. ur feet from slipping backwards off of the footrest TiLite recommends that you purchase our calf strap or our heel loops with your wheelchair Always make sure the calf strap is or heel loops are secure when using the wheelchair f you ignore this Warning you could fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Z WARNING Whenever you adjust the angle or height of your footrest or you replace your footrest always allow at least 2 of ground clearance to permit you to maneuver over objects If you ignore this Warning you could fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair Flip Up Footrest Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrest Depth Adjustable Flip Up Footrest and Depth and Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrest 2GX Aero X SX TX X and XC If you are unsure which type of flip up footrest is installed on your chair see Figure 1 Note Only Flip Up and Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrests are available on the XC Note Only Flip Up Footrests are available on the TX Note If your chair has 90 hangers see Figure 10 see 90 Hanger Flip Up Footrests 90 Hanger Depth Adjustable Flip Up Footrests on page 24 or 90 Hanger Depth and Angle Adjustable Flip Up Footrests on page 25 Replacing or Adjusting the Height of the Footrest SX X and XC Tools Needed 3 16 Allen Wrench e R
144. way hangers Footrests and swing away hangers are detachable and are not designed to support the weight of your chair If you do the footrests or the swing away hangers may detach causing you to drop the chair or you may break the footrests or the swing away hangers or cause them to become loose and break at a later time unexpectedly 3 READ and understand the warnings under Transferring In and Out of Your Wheelchair on pages 7 8 of this Manual There is important information in that section regarding your footrests and transfers If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair H REAR WHEELS Z WARNING Rear wheels are standard components on your wheelchair The positioning of the rear wheels is a critical factor in locating the center of balance of your chair Any change to your rear wheel position will change your center of balance Therefore use extreme caution when making any adjustment to the position of your rear wheels 1 you move the rear wheels and axles forward on your chair you shift the center of balance FORWARD This means it is easier for your chair to tip over backward 2 As you move the rear wheels and axles backward on your chair you shift the center of balance BACKWARD This means your chair is less likely to tip over backward However even if your rear wheels and axles are set as far back as possible the c
145. wheels with the front casters in the air is known as doing a wheelie DOING A WHEELIE IS DANGEROUS A fall or tip over is very likely However if you can do a wheelie safely you may be able to overcome curbs and obstacles that would otherwise impede you NEVER attempt to learn to do a wheelie without first consulting your health care advisor to make sure you are a good candidate to learn to do a wheelie NEVER attempt to learn to do a wheelie without an assistant that can catch you if you should happen to start to fall NEVER attempt to learn to do a wheelie unless you are a skilled rider of this chair See Learning to do a Wheelie on page 4 of this Manual If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair G OBSTACLES Z WARNING When riding outdoors uneven pavement sidewalk irregularities potholes and other obstacles and road hazards can be dangerous When riding indoors doorway thresholds plush carpeting and other obstacles can be dangerous In order to avoid these risks ALWAYS be alert for such dangers ALWAYS scan the area ahead of you as you ride REMOVE or cover threshold strips between rooms INSTALL ramps at entry or exit doors from your residence Make sure the transition from such ramps to the pavement or other surface is smooth and does not have an abrupt drop off ALWAYS make su
146. wners Manual commercial or institutional use misuse or abuse including but not limited to exceeding the maximum weight limit of 250 pounds or using the wheelchair with tie downs or locking clamping or other restraint systems related to the use of the wheelchair in a motor vehicle or c the wheelchair has been damaged by improper repairs or repairs made to any component without the express written consent of TiLite or d the wheelchair has been modified without TiLite s express written consent including but not limited to modification through the use of unauthorized parts or attachments 3 This warranty applies only to the original intended user of the wheelchair D OUR RESPONSIBILITY TiLite s sole responsibility is to repair or replace in our sole discretion the covered components of the wheelchair E FOR WARRANTY SERVICE If your wheelchair requires warranty service please contact an authorized TiLite Dealer in the USA or an authorized international Distributor In the event of a defect in material or workmanship the Dealer or Distributor must obtain a return authorization RA number from TiLite and TiLite issues RA numbers authorizations only to authorized TiLite Dealers and Distributors If you do not receive satisfactory service please write to TiLite Customer Service at 1426 E Third Avenue Kennewick WA 99337 9680 or email customerservice tilite com Do not return products to our factory without our prior consent Returns must
147. y each hex bolt should be finger tight See Figure 54 The two hex bolts should be tightened to 30 ft Ibs In order to insure that the back wheel is properly toed it is important to tighten these bolts as follows a Alternating between the forward and rearward hex bolts Use the torque wrench to turn each bolt approximately one half turn Continue alternating until each bolt has been tightened to 30 ft Ibs b Visually inspect the gap between the camber mount clamp and the threaded camber clamp both forward and rearward of the axle plate If necessary use the torque wrench to tighten down the side where the gap described above is larger Repeat Steps 3 and 4 with the camber mount clamp on the opposite side of the chair Make sure the second camber mount clamp is mounted in exactly the same location on the opposite side of the frame Securely tighten all four hex bolts Using a level make sure that the notches on each camber plug are perpendicular to the ground If necessary loosen the two Allen Screws that secure the camber plug with the camber mount clamp and rotate the camber plug within the clamp to ensure that the notches are perpendicular to the ground See Figure 56 Reinstall the rear wheels Check the toe in toe out and adjust as needed and square the front casters as needed Note If the preceding procedure does not permit you to achieve your desired rear set height consider utilizing one of the other configurations sh
148. your assistant to continue to roll the chair forward until the rear wheels contact the face of the curb or step 6 Instruct your assistant to lift and roll the rear wheels up to the upper level If you ignore these Warnings you may fall tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair C CLIMBING A FLIGHT OF STAIRS Z WARNING TiLite does NOT recommend that its wheelchairs be transported up stairways with the user in the wheelchair However TiLite recognizes that wheelchair users may on occasion have no other choice Only if you have no alternative you should follow these steps to climb up a flight of stairs 1 NEVER attempt to negotiate more than one step unless you have two 2 able bodied adult assistants 2 ALWAYS position the chair and rider facing away from the stairs with one assistant at the rear facing away from the stairs and one at the front of the chair facing the rider 3 The assistant at the rear of the chair is in control of this procedure He or she must tilt the chair back to its balance point on the rear wheels NEVER attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on any removable detachable parts including upholstery and removable push handles or push handle grips 4 The second assistant at the front must firmly grasp a non detachable part of the front frame but NOT swing away hangers with both hands and lift the chair up and over one stair at a time Ea

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