Rifton R140 User manual

Large Tricycle (Wrangler)
R140 Product Manual

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© 1995 by Community Products, LLC
Key for EU users
Use this key to determine which sections of this
Product Manual apply to your job.
Technical Users For professionals who
order and set up Rifton products.
Home Users For clients and care-givers
who use Rifton products on a regular basis.
Maintenance Personnel For anyone
who is responsible for service or re-ordering
of Rifton products and parts.
Contents
Warnings and Important Information 3
Recommended Use 4
User and Item Dimensions 4
Checking Your Order 4
The Frame 5
The Handlebar and Handbrake 6
The Communication Tray 7
The Trunk Support System 8
The Abductor 9
The Guide Bar 9
Maintenance 10
Cleaning 11
Construction 11
User modifications 11

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WARNINGS
Correct use of this product requires the prior approval and ongoing
guidance of a qualified therapist or physician.
Only children developmentally ready, as determined by a physician or
therapist, should be allowed to use the tricycle. We do not recommend
it for children with strong involuntary movements or poor body balance
and head control.
Adult supervision is required at all times.
Although our products are designed with safety in mind, we cannot
guarantee freedom from injury.
Tricycles are tippy by nature, especially on uneven terrain or when
turning sharp corners. All tricycle use must be carefully supervised.
Do NOT allow use of tricycle on or near hills. It is designed for flat
surfaces only. Do NOT use near stairs or swimming pools.
Rider should always wear shoes and fasten all safety belts.
All users should wear a protective helmet. Contact a local medical
supply dealer to purchase.
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To order replacement parts
Locate the serial number of the product on the small white label.
Have this number available when you call 800.571.8198 for your
customer service representative.
Use only replacement parts supplied by Rifton Equipment.
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IMPORTANT
Please save this Product Manual. Additional copies are available
at www.rifton.com
Please refer to the Rifton product catalog for our full warranty, or
visit www.rifton.com
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Recommended Use
The Wrangler Tricycle can be used for recreation and play for children and
adolescents with disabilities. Chain drive from pedals to rear wheel offers the
following special advantages:
Pedaling is slightly forward of the seat, instead of at front wheel as with many
other tricycles. This provides a more efficient, comfortable, and normal posture.
Steering is separate from pedaling, reducing the coordination needed to pedal
and steer the tricycle.
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User and Item Dimensions
Checking Your Order
This product comes in a single carton containing handlebar assembly, backrest as-
sembly, tricycle main frame, accessories for the tricycle, and this product manual.
You may not have ordered all of the available accessories, but use the diagrams
that follow to make sure your order is complete.
If your shipment is incomplete, please call Customer Service.
User Dimensions – Inches (cm) Rustler Ranger Wrangler
Inside leg length 17–22 (43–56) 22–28 (56–71) 25–35 (64–89)
Key User Dimension: Inside Leg Length
The extended leg should reach from seat to pedal comfortably when both feet and torso are
strapped into place.
Important: User’s weight must not exceed the maximum working load. Rifton Tricycles are not
intended for children with strong reflexes or poorly developed trunk balance and head control. Consult
your child’s therapist before ordering.
Item Dimensions – Inches (cm) Rustler Ranger Wrangler
Overall height 37 (94) 40 (102) 53 (135)
Overall length 45 (114) 52 (132) 65 (165)
Overall width 27 (69) 27 (69) 31 (79)
Wheel diameter 13 (33) 15 (38) 19 (48)
Seat center to extended pedal 17–22 (43–56) 22–28 (56–71) 25–35 (64– 89)
Gear ratio (approximate) 1:1 1:1 1:1
Item weight – lbs (kg) 47 (21) 56 (25) 65 (29)
Max. working load – lbs (kg) 150 (68) 160 (73) 200 (91)
Tray Dimensions – Inches (cm) Small Large
Inside dimensions 8½ x 12½ (22 x 32) 11½ x 13½ (29 x 34)
Max. working load – lbs (kg) 10 (5) 15 (7)

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The Frame
Installing the Backrest
Remove Clamp and Knob (A) below
Seat, and remove Backrest Assembly
completely. Turn Backrest Assembly
upright as shown, attach with Clamp
below Seat and tighten with Knob (A).
An Additional Backrest Pad can be
installed.
Adjusting the Backrest
Backrest adjusts vertically 12" (30.5 cm)
above Seat with Knob (B), and 3½" (9 cm)
horizontally with Knob (A).
Adjusting the Seat
Seat position adjusts vertically 10"
(25.4cm) using Knob (C). A pin at the tip
of the Knob snaps into holes in Seat Post.
To adjust Seat height, loosen Knob (C) and
move Seat to desired position. The partially
tighten Knob (C). Moving the Seat up and
down slightly will engage the pin in the
nearest Seat Post hole. Then tighten Knob
(C) securely.
NOTE: it is important to adjust height
of Seat before loading patient.
Operating the Parking Brake
The Parking Brake (D) is designed to
hold the Tricycle stable while loading and
unloading patients. It is for use on flat
surfaces only. Brake can be operated by
hand or foot.
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Recommended Use
The Conventional Handlebar or the Loop
Handlebar can be used with your Rifton
Tricycle. The Handbrake is designed to
allow the user to slow and stop the Tricycle.
Installing the Handlebar
Place Handlebar at desired height and
secure with Knob (A).
Adjusting the Loop Handlebar
Rotate Handlebar toward or away from
rider by loosening two Oval Knobs (B).
Secure in required position by tightening
both Knobs.
Handlebar adjusts vertically 3 5/8"
(9.2 cm) with Knob (A).
Adjusting the Conventional
Handlebar
Handlebar adjusts 3 5/8" (9.2 cm) in
height with Knob (A).
Operating the Hand Brake
The Hand Brake (C) is designed for the user
to slow and stop the Tricylce.
Loop Handlebar ONLY: The Hand Brake
can be positioned anywhere on the Loop
Handlebar using the Velcro Strap provided.
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WARNINGS
This accessory is intended for use
on this Rifton Product.
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Conventional Handlebars
Loop Handlebars
The Handlebar and Handbrake

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Recommended Use
The Communication Tray provides a surface
for personal communication devices and
for other activities. Communication Sheets
can be placed under the false bottom and
electronic devices can be secured to the
tray.The tray can be easily removed when
not in use.
NOTE: This accessory cannot be used in
conjunction with the R135 Guide Bar.
Installation & Adjustments
Attach Tray to the Handlebar by loosen-
ing the Tray Mount Knob (E) and placing
over the Handlebar in location shown.
Tighten Knob (E) while holding the Tray
at desired angle.
To install a Communication Sheet, push
through holes in bottom of Tray to
remove Cover. Insert sheet and replace
Cover.
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WARNINGS
This accessory is intended for use
on this Rifton Product.
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CAUTIONS
The Tray is meant to support
activities compatible with mobility.
It is not designed to be used as a
restraint or for body support.
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The Communication Tray

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Recommended Use
The trunk support system aids children who
have trouble keeping upright while sitting.
It can be used to correct excessive leaning
towards one side.
Installation
Remove large knob (G) and clamp
channel (F) from trunk support assembly.
Place assembly on the backrest tubes
in position shown, with the bolt facing
the rear.
Place clamp channel (F) and knob (G)
on bolt and tighten securely.
NOTE: The trunk support assembly
may be placed below the backrest, or for
easier adjustment the backrest may be
removed completely.
Adjustments
The arms adjust the width. Rotate toward
or away from the rider with (2) knobs (H).
Height adjusts 12" vertically above seat
with knob (G).
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WARNINGS
This accessory is intended for use
on this Rifton Product.
Straps and supports are provided
for the safety of the user. The
use of straps and supports
must be closely supervised. The
straps and supports need to be
carefully adjusted for the comfort
and security of the user. Straps and
supports can never take the place
of the care-giver.
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The Trunk Support System
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G

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Recommended Use
The abductor is for children who require
knee separation or abduction.
Installation
Put abductor onto tubes with large end of
the bracket facing down. Bracket fits snugly
onto slanted frame tubes.
The Abductor
Recommended Use
The Guide Bar is for the care-giver to assist
the patient in guiding and moving the
Tricycle.
NOTE: This accessory cannot be used
in conjunction with the K225 and K245
Communication Trays.
Installation
Insert Guide Bar Clamp onto Handlebar,
between the Forks as shown.
Tighten Knob.
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The Guide Bar
WARNINGS
This accessory is intended for use
on this Rifton Product.
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This accessory is intended for use
on this Rifton Product.
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Maintenance
Periodically inspect for cracks, breaks, loose or missing parts, and/or
malfunctions. Remove the product from service when any condition develops that
might make operation unsafe.
Chain is oiled in factory. If maintenance to Chain is required, remove Pan by
pulling upward on the back of the Pan, then remove Screw from the side of the
Chain Guard. Retain the Screw. Remove Chain Guard by pulling upward to release
from Axle. After servicing the Chain, the Chain Guard and Screw must be put back
on the Tricycle.
Chain Tension is factory set. Should
it need tightening in time perform the
following procedure:
Slightly loosen the 2 Cap Screws (A)
on top of Crank Case using a Hex Head
Wrench.
Use the same size wrench to tighten the
Cap Screw (B) at the front of the plate
until slack is removed from Chain. Do
NOT overtighten.
Re-tighten the (2) Cap Screws on top of
Crank Case.
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Cleaning
Clean Upholstery with soap and water or an imitation leather cleaner.
Web Straps can be laundered, but beware of lint sticking to Velcro.
Tray may be washed with a mild soap and water. Keep clamp (B) and knob dry.
Wash Handgrips with soap and water.
Construction
The Frame is constructed of welded steel tubing with a tough baked-on enamel
finish.
Bright nickel plating protects steel components from rust.
Stainless steel is used for the Backrest and the Parking Brake for durability.
The Tray is tough ABS plastic. It snaps off easily when not in use.
The Pedals have webbed straps with velcro closures secure feet in a sandal
configuration. Pulley system helps keep pedals level.
Upholstery is fire-retardant foam covered by vinyl.
Wheels are glass reinforced nylon with tires that do not require inflation.
Gear ratio is factory set slightly less than 1:1. Low gear ratio makes it easy to
pedal. Tricycle moves backward with reverse cranking.
Chain Guard is tough ABS plastic.
The Handgrips are made of tough vinyl rubber.
The Safety Straps and Supports are made of sturdy polypropylene webbing and
connect with buckles made of a tough polymer plastic.
User modifications
We recognize that some clients may benefit from modifications made in the field.
However, we cannot be responsible for customer-modifications to our products
without our supervision, testing, or evaluation.
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