1.

1Wheelchair

Assembly Instructions for

Traction Device
October 2015

These assembly instructions for specialized dealers describe step-by-step how to completely
adapt the
1.1 traction device to all known adaptable wheelchair models to date.
Based on the current

1.1 model, as of September 30th, 2015.

1. Components:
The following components (included in delivery) are to be used for adaptation
a) To attach to the wheelchair:
2x wheelchair adapters with frame clamps and insertion
clamps, AZK016501

2x locking levers AZK01655

1x set of inserts, measuring 28, 26, 24, 22, 20 and 19 mm (for

diameter compensation for the front frame of the wheelchair)

AZK German Articless on Healthcare

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6x M6 Allen screws

2x Stop rings for tube and insert stop

b) To install:
2x 90 tube elbows AZK01662

1x swivel unit, partially assembled

from
Connection clamp piece
AZK01651
M6 socket screws
Baseplate AZK01652
Bolt receiver AZK01653
Ball socket AZK01649
Optional for use in a particular case!
2x joint pieces SLAD 0003
(Illustration shows all possible angles,
incl. tube end section).

1x Two-component adhesive

REHABILITY Reha-Fachhandel GmbH

Am Taubenfeld 39
69123 Heidelberg
Phone: +49 06221 70 54 - 0
Fax: +49 06221 70 54 - 498
Email: myslave@rehability.de

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REHABILITY Reha-Fachhandel GmbH

Am Taubenfeld 39
69123 Heidelberg
Phone: +49 06221 70 54 - 0
Fax: +49 06221 70 54 - 498
Email: myslave@rehability.de

2. Assembly steps:
1) Measure the front frame diameter of the wheelchair in question with a Vernier caliper.
2) Choose the correct half shell to match the frame diameter of the wheelchair, starting from
the frame clamp base diameter measuring 32 mm.

3) Determine whether there is enough space available on the wheelchairs front frame.
Requirements: an installation height of 30 mm, external width of 53 mm from the hole wall
(wheelchair tube outer surface), internal width of 8 mm from the hole wall, depth of 50 mm
and enough swivel range for the clamping lever with an axle length of 95 mm.
4) Attach the frame clamps to the front frame at a uniform height and screw them so that
they fit loosely but are still adjustable.

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REHABILITY Reha-Fachhandel GmbH

Am Taubenfeld 39
69123 Heidelberg
Phone: +49 06221 70 54 - 0
Fax: +49 06221 70 54 - 498
Email: myslave@rehability.de

5) Align both frame clamps in parallel using a bubble level, ruler and T-square.

Please note:
To achieve optimal position/accessibility and shortest distance for the user, it is
recommended that you install the attachment as low as possible. The joint pieces included in
delivery and the rotating insertion unit make it possible to install at almost any position and
height.

Width adjustment
6) Insert both tube elbows into the insertion clamp and swivel them downwards, so that they
overlap at a 90 angle. Secure them with 2 cable ties. Mark the resulting endpoints by
creating a 90 angle at the end of each tube.

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REHABILITY Reha-Fachhandel GmbH

Am Taubenfeld 39
69123 Heidelberg
Phone: +49 06221 70 54 - 0
Fax: +49 06221 70 54 - 498
Email: myslave@rehability.de

7) Remove both cable ties and mark the excess on the center of the two tubes. To achieve
sliding tolerance, remove 2 mm one each side of the tube elbows.

Shorten both tube elbows with a pipe cutter and deburr the resulting cut surfaces inside and
out.

8) Now insert both tube elbows into the swivel unit's connection clamp and center them.
Secure it together so that it fits loosely but is still adjustable.

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REHABILITY Reha-Fachhandel GmbH

Am Taubenfeld 39
69123 Heidelberg
Phone: +49 06221 70 54 - 0
Fax: +49 06221 70 54 - 498
Email: myslave@rehability.de

9) Slide both tube ends into the brackets on the wheelchair up to the selected distance and
secure them with the two locking levers.

Tube shortening/joint pieces TIP:

Shorten both tube ends only after reaching the final position.

Adjust the appropriate insertion depth and limit it with the sliding stop rings. Finally, secure it
with the two setscrews on both tube elbows.

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REHABILITY Reha-Fachhandel GmbH

Am Taubenfeld 39
69123 Heidelberg
Phone: +49 06221 70 54 - 0
Fax: +49 06221 70 54 - 498
Email: myslave@rehability.de

When using joint pieces only:

The enclosed joint pieces' quadruple adjustability make installation possible at variable heights,
for example with detachable leg supports and/or optional free installation space in the lower,
deep-seated frame area, as well as open frame angles >90.

Produce tube pieces of appropriate length, after determining the distance and position (see Item
9), to insert into the insertion units.

Deburr and clean before subsequent adhesion.

Please note:
Thoroughly degrease all cut edges and interior surfaces with metal cleaner or other appropriate
cleaner. This is vital for the durability and load capacity of the subsequent adhesion!!!
Also clean the ends of all four joint pieces.

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REHABILITY Reha-Fachhandel GmbH

Am Taubenfeld 39
69123 Heidelberg
Phone: +49 06221 70 54 - 0
Fax: +49 06221 70 54 - 498
Email: myslave@rehability.de

In the next step, adhere the joint pieces to the tube elbows' insertion units and to the finished
tube pieces for the slot.

Use the mixing nozzle for proper mixing. Be sure there is uniform adhesive application. Insert the
bolts by rotating.
The working time of the mixed adhesive is < 5 minutes. Remove dripping adhesive quickly and
thoroughly. Ensure the alignment of the previous markings on all components with one another.
Allow all adhesive connections to harden for at least 20 minutes, then test durability.
The joints' M6 panhead screws must be strongly secured with Loctite after the final adjustment.

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REHABILITY Reha-Fachhandel GmbH

Am Taubenfeld 39
69123 Heidelberg
Phone: +49 06221 70 54 - 0
Fax: +49 06221 70 54 - 498
Email: myslave@rehability.de

Insertion:
Underlay both of the wheelchair's steering wheels with rear-facing steering forks with 38-40
mm MDF or wooden panels approximately 10 cm deep and 70 cm wide.

10) Now frontally install the traction device. To do so, press the release lever on the steering
tube, insert the ball up into the ball socket, push the traction device down into the swivel unit
and then release the release lever again.

Now lower the drive wheel until it makes contact with your work surface.

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REHABILITY Reha-Fachhandel GmbH

Am Taubenfeld 39
69123 Heidelberg
Phone: +49 06221 70 54 - 0
Fax: +49 06221 70 54 - 498
Email: myslave@rehability.de

Please note:
Check the handlebar's position for individual usability for the user.

Adjustment is possible using different deep slots in the tube frame and subsequent correction
of the swivel unit in accordance with the above point.
Now tighten the exactly centrally aligned connection clamp piece in the middle of the tube
joint with the 4 M6 Allen screws in small, uniform increments, mutually cross-wise. Again, be
sure that the gap is uniform. Secure the achieved position with the setscrews in the connector
to prevent twisting.
Remove the 40 mm base and check the free rotation of the steering wheels.

11) For fine adjustment of the insertion and removal of the adapter unit, allow the user to sit
down in the wheelchair and adjust the traction device.
After a test run, check the mobility of the plug connection and adjust it to optimal
adaptability. To do this, loosen a frame clamp (possibly on one side), realign it and then finally
secure it.

Torque

Frame clamps 10-12 Nm

Connection clamping pieces 12 Nm
Panhead screws, joint pieces 12 Nm
Setscrews 15 Nm