Invacare 2GT Wheelchair User Manual


 
SECTION 6—SEAT ADJUSTMENTS
Part No 1114842 69 2G Tarsys®Powered Seating System
FIGURE 6.12 Preparing Side Frames for Replacement - Tilt/Recline and Recline-Only Seating
Systems
Installing Side Frames
ƽ WARNING
Both side frames MUST be adjusted to the same mounting hole position to
maintain an even weight distribution of the user and seat frame over the base
frame. If weight is not distributed evenly, injury to the assistant and/or user and
damage to the wheelchair may occur.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.13 on page 70.
1. Recline and/or tilt the seating system 5 to 10 degrees to enable hardware installation.
2. Install the side frame into the center seat frame and slide to the seat width noted in the
removal process.
NOTE: If a new seat width is desired, refer to Adjusting Seat Width on page 55.
NOTE: For Tilt/Recline and Recline-Only seating systems, be sure to align the slide block
connecting bracket with the crossbeam.
3. Make sure both side frames are at the same mounting hole position.
4. Reinstall the four hex bolts, coved washers, spacers and locknuts that secure the side
frames to the center seat frame. Torque to 75 in-lbs ± 20%.
NOTE: For Tilt/Recline and Recline-Only seating systems, secure the connecting bracket to the
crossbeam with the socket screw, spacer and washer. Torque to 156 in-lbs ± 20%.
Hex Screw
Washers
Hex Screw
Side Frame
Locknut
Slide Rod
Slide Block
Hex Screw
Washer
Slide Block
Connecting
Bracket