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Anti-tippers (photo 38) : prevent back tipping which ensures
safety when using a reclining backrest, driving on slopes or
crossing obstacles. These are removable : push down the
button (A) and pull back. Reverse the procedure to reinstall.
Make sure that the dog point (B) protrudes over the frame
tube.
Anti-tippers with tipping lever (photo 39) : prevent back
tipping which ensures safety when using a reclining backrest,
driving on slopes or crossing obstacles.
It is height adjustable and also act as tipping lever (see
paragraph Tipping lever)
Anti-tippers can remain in place when the wheelchair is
not used; perform a half-turn by activating the button (A in
gure 40 & B in photo 38) and rotating.
The recommended distance between anti-tippers
small wheels and oor is 3 to 5 centimetres ; this adjustment
is required with reference to the position and diameter of
the rear wheel.
Push down the button (C in photo 38 & A in gure 40) and
adjust the wheels holding tube for the desired distance based
upon the preset holes.
Make sure that the dog points locates in and protrudes
through its appropriate location hole in the frame tube in
order to prevent any falls.
Tipping lever (photo 41) : it allows the attendant to easily tip
the wheelchair when crossing an obstacle (pavement, step,
etc.) ; push down the lever with your foot (right or left) and
maintain balance using the push handles.
The tipping lever is mounted the same as the anti-tippers, in
the same tube.
Note : Make sure that the anti-tipper wheel is ALWAYS
located out side the rear wheel volume.
All these adjustments and changes of position must be
performed by a professional technician because these can
affect the stability and the safety of the user ! Please consult
your dealer.
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