V. SET UP & USE OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR
P. Anti-Tips
3. Turning Anti-Tip Tubes Up (Fig. 21)
Turn anti-tip tubes up when being pushed by attendant,
overcoming obstacles or climbing curbs.
a. Press the rear anti-tip tube release pin.
b. Hold pin in and turn anti-tip tube up.
c. Release pin.
d. Repeat with second anti-tip tube.
e. Remember to return anti-tip tubes to down position
after completing manuever.
Q. Upholstery Fabric
1. You must immediately replace seat and back upholstery that has worn through and shows
signs of failing. If you fail to do so, the seat or back may fail.
2. The seat sling material will weaken over time. Look for fraying, thin spots or stretching of
fabrics especially at edges and seams. This should be done weekly.
3. The repeated action of transferring to your wheelchair will weaken sling material and result
in the need to inspect and replace the seat more often.
4. Be aware that laundering or excess moisture will reduce flame retardation of the fabric.
5. Contact your wheelchair provider if you have concerns about your seat or back, or feel it
needs to be replaced.
WARNING: Failure to comply with these instructions may result in damage to your wheelchair, a
fall or loss of control causing severe injury to the user or others.
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Fig. 21