Eliminator User Manual
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1. 6 WEIGHT TRAINING ETENEE 6 WEIGHT 6 SAFETY HANDLING OF RACING CHAIRS is 7 PROCEDURE 2 SAFETY INSPECTION las alae 9 25 10 5 10 PROCEDURE 3 UPHOLSTERY FOOTREST ADJUSTING REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY 22 2 nie 11 ADJUSTING REPLACING LEG CUSHION WITH 11 REPLACING SEAT SONG UPHOLSTERY daa tae odes keaton 12 INSTALLING THE PLASTIC 12 INSTALLING USING ADJUSTING THE FIXED 13 PROCEDURE 4 WHEELS INSTALLING REAR WIE ES 52 2s cicadas oc as nda gies AEAN AT EEA 14 REPAIRING REPLACING REAR WHEEL 2 14 REPLACING PUSHEIMS 2225 a a a R a e i 14 INSTALLING REMOVING FRONT WHEEL 22. 14 REMOVINGIINS TALDING FORK 15 DETERMINING TOE INGORE OUD x 16 ADJUSTING TOE IN TOE OUT ELIMINATOR 16 REPLACING CAMBER INSERTS 16 PROCEDURE 5 COMPENSATOR ADJUSTING COMPENSATOR FOR STRAIGHTS AND 0 17 REPLACING COMPENSATOR dean Ea 17 PROCEDURE 6 BRAKES ADJUSTING HAND CALIPER BRAKE SENSITIVITY 18 ADJUSTING REPLACING HAND CALIPER BRAKE PADS 18 555 9 iranan taipan ginian 19 B L E 0 F 0 N T E N T S 22 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Upper Inside Frame Width Seat Style Cage Style Lower Inside Seat Width seat cage Axle Position from rear of racing chair Seat Height Angle height from floor Rear Front Overall Length front wheel to rear wheel Camber Rear Wheel Size diameter Rear Axle diameter Pushrims diameter Front Wheel Size diameter Hand Brake Weight Shipping Weight approx Options SPECIFICATIONS ELIMINATOR Custom Standard or Kneel Position Vor Open V Inside seat measurement to allow for hip space Snug is pref
3. x x X SPOKES Inspect for bent or broken spokes X X All spokes uniformly tight X X FRONT WHEEL X X X X X X X X X X x x x 2 9 PROCEDURE 2 SAFETY INSPECTION TROUBLE SHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE MECHANICAL CHAIR CHAIR SLUGGISH SQUEAKS LOOSENESS SOLUTIONS VEERS VEERS TURN AND IN CHAIR RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE RATTLES neck torioose siemnus X heck spokesand nippes MAINTE NANCE Check tires for proper pressure and if not inflated prop erly inflate to recommended tire pressure listed on Maintenance Safety Precautions the side wall of the tire 4 The wheels and tires should be checked periodically WARNING for cracks and wear and should be replaced by a After making adjustments always make qualified technician aure that parts properly tightened BE 5 Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear and front FORE using the racing chair wheels If loose have them adjusted by a qualified technician 6 Periodically check pushrims to ensure they se Hide Hsieh cured to the rear wheels Refer to REPLACING the frame tubing PUSHRIMS in PROCEDURE 2 of this manual 7 Periodically adjust hand caliper brake in correlation to Suggested Maintenance Procedures hand caliper brake pad wear Refer to ADJUSTING 22 HAND CALIPER BRAKE SENSITIVITY REPLACING 1 Before using your Invacare Top End Eliminator or Elimi HAND CALIPER BRAKE in PROCE
4. approved any tie down systems for transportation of a user while in a racing chair ina moving vehicle of any type It is Invacare Top End s position that users of racing chairs should be transfered into appropnate seating in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto industy Invacare Top End cannot and does not recom mend any racing chair transportation systems AS REGARDS RESTRAINTS SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS IT IS THE OBLIGATION OF THE DME DEALER THERAPISTS AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS TO DETERMINE IF A SEATING POSITIONING STRAP IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY THE USER SERIOUS URY CAN OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM A RACING CHAIR Invacare Top End recommends Seat Positioning Straps Not only to serve as protection against a fall but also to insure minimal movement in the seat cage SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TABLE CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SREGIAL NOTES tats heey tact eres A 2 SPECIFICATIONS anya 4 PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES Ee 5 OPERATING INFORMATION ia eah 5 25
5. REMOV ING FRONT WHEEL in PROCEDURE 4 ofthis manual 2 Remove allen screw and washer that secure the ex isting hand caliper brake pad to the hand caliper brake 3 Install the NEW hand caliper brake pad with the ar row pointing towards the front of the racing chair with the existing hardware NOTE The arrow pointing towards the front of the racing chair determines the right and left hand caliper brake pad 4 Repeat above steps for opposite brake pad 5 Reinstall the front wheel onto the racing chair Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING FRONT WHEEL in PROCEDURE 4 of this manual Adjustthe hand caliper brake pads Refer to ADJUST ING HAND CALIPER BRAKE PADS in this proce dure of the manual Hand Caliper Brake Pad D Hand Caliper Brake Pad Washer TOW Allen Screw REPLACING AD USING FIG URE 2 ADJ USTING REPLACING HAND CALIPER BRAKE PADS 18 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLI CABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER J ULY 4 1975 This warranty is extended only to the original purc haser user of our products This waranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state Invacare wanants the Himinator Eliminator OSR frame to be free from defects in materials and workmanship fora period of two 2 years from date of purchase to the original owner All component part
6. new existing fork stem Refer to FIGURE 4 Slide new existing fork stem into head tube of racing chair Install TOP spacer metal washer needle bearing and metal washer onto new existing fork stem Refer to FIGURE 4 If equipped install custom steering handle onto new existing fork stem Refer to DETAIL A of FIGURE 4 PROCEDURE 4 Install headset onto new existing fork stem Refer to FIGURE 4 Install socket screw through mounting hole in head set and tighten securely Remove the locknut that secures the steering cylin der to the front fork Install the steering cylinder onto the front fork and se curely tighten with the locknut If equipped line up the custom steering handle with the racing chair frame and tighten the socket screw securely k Steering Cylinder Socket Screw Locknut 1 Headset Metal lt Needle Washers Bearing es Ye Tube spacer 77 Needle 15 Metal Wate Bearing 0 Fork Stem Sw DERIL A iN Socket Screw Headset Ta Custom Steering Handle 10 FIG URE 4 REMOVING INSTALLING FORK PROCEDURE 4 DETERMINING TOE OUT FIGURE 5 1 Inflate all pneumatic tires to recommended tire pres sures NOTE Recommended air pressure is listed on the sidewall of the tire 2 Measure the distance between the center lines at the rear and front of the rear wheels at approxima
7. out to release foot strap Place feet onto footrests 9 end of foot strap to tighten 10 Close buckle to secure foot strap and feet to footplate 11 Secure ankles by wrapping ankle strap around lower footrest support tube and ankles Adjusting Fixed Footrest FIGURE 5 INSIALLING USING ADJUSTING THE FIXED FOOTREST Footplate HEIGHT 1 Loosen the set screw securing the upper and lower footrest support tubes 2 Reposition the footrest up or down as desired 13 PROCEDURE 4 This Procedure includes the following Installing Rear Wheels Repairing Replacing Rear Wheel Tire Tube Replacing Pushrims Installing Removing Front Wheel Removing Installing Fork Determining Toe In Toe Out Adjusting Toe In Toe Out Eliminator Only Replacing Camber Inserts Eliminator Only After ANY adjustments repairorservice and BE FORE use make sure all atiachmenthardware is tightened securely otherwise injury ordamage may result INSTALLING REAR WHEELS FIGURE 1 NOTE There is a RIGHT and LEFT rear wheel The pushrims should be pushing onto the sookes at the top of the rear wheel 1 Determine the right and left rear wheel 2 Apply asmall amount of grease onto the axle Insert axle into the axle tube on the racing chair frame 4 Securely tighten the axle to the racing chair frame us ing the allen wrench FRONTOFRACING CHA
8. straight no excessive drag or pull to one side WEEKLY MONTHLY PERIODICALLY SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY Inspect for rips or sagging X REAR WHEELS X x No excessive side movement or binding when lifted x Inspect wheel fork assembly for proper tension by front wheel front wheel should come to a gradual stop Loosen tighten allen screws if wheel wobbles x X x x x x TIRES Inspect for flat spots and wear Check pneumatic tires for proper inflation Check frame cage for interference with tires CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced CLEANING Clean upholstery with light detergent and water X and spun CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced PUSHRIMS Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling of tire tape coating where it might separate from the pushrim Axles are securely tightened noticeably or binds to a stop NOTE There WILL be some play in the front wheel This is common in all front hubs Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced HAND CALIPER BRAKE Does not interfere with front wheel when rolling Hand caliper brake is easy to engage No excessive wear of hand caliper brake pads X
9. upholstery knee and or foot position as well as the user con dition directly relate to the stability of the racing chair Any change to one 1 or any combination of the three 3 may cause Foot Pouch Attaches Here lt Back Upholstery the racing chair to decrease in stability ee Seat Cushion Refer to SIABILMY in PROCEDURE 1 of this manual Upholstery ADJ USTING REPLACING BACK i 4 UPHOLSTERY FIGURE 1 i 1 Unlatch the three 3 fastening flaps that secure the back upholstery to the racing chair frame Adjusting Foot Pouch F 1 Adjust back upholstery to the desired tautness FIGURE 1 ADJ USTING REPLACING BACK TIGHTER upholstery will increase the stability and main LSTERY O tain normal maneuverability of the racing chair because the user is pushed forward in the racing chair slightly LOOSER eran increase ADJ USTING REPLACING LEG and make the racing chair less stable because addi CUSHION WITH FOOT POUCH R tional weight is being distributed onto the rearwheels FIGURE 2 E Replacing 5 1 Unlatch the foot pouch of the leg cushion from the WARNING back upholstery kneeling upholstery only If the racing chair is equipped with kneel ing upholstery always ensure the foot pouch is securely latched to the back up holstery Otherwise injury can occur 2 Unlatch the bottom of the back upholstery from the seat sling upholstery 3 Remove the existing b
10. A L 2 PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES NOTE Invacare Top End strongly recommends an ex NOTE Once perienced assistant help in the transferring to and from GIA Strap the racing chair The assistant should hold down the front 2 the knees up of the racing chair to avoid any instability that may occur 5 your i into a safe and KNEELING UPHOLSTERY TRANSFER back as close as 2 EEE TEH Shift body fo fa i LEFT legonto Boge ni pees rable ofthe LEET the wheelchair uphol ee abies Strap stery closest to the 0 feet onto the cage frame strap racing chair footplate Start RIGHT Position the chair as close as possible along side the seat leg into the to which you are transferring Shift body weight into seat with transfer kneeling upholstery and UNDER STEP 7 the seat A 4 Liftand Reaching Bending Backwards sling shift weight into racing chair DO NOT sit erect or lean over the top of upholstery the back upholstery This will change your STEP 4 center of gravity and may cause you to Start LEFT STEP 6 tip over leg into the Place RIGHT kneeling hand on the PlaceLEFT racing chair upholstery and UNDER hand on the frame the seat frame cage sling NOTE Some racers will rest on the frame cage of the racing chair half way through the transfer and move the RIGHT hand to the right side of the frame STANDARD UPHOLSTERY TRA
11. DURE 4 of this nator OSR check all parts for damage or wear and re manual lace if necessary Check all parts for proper adjustment Peres 8 Periodically check rear and front wheel bearings to 2 Keep axles free of dirt and lint to ensure proper fit in make sure they are clean and free from moisture axle receiver Cross threading will damage the axles Use a Teflon lubricant if necessary and axle receivers 9 Check upholstery for sagging rips or tears WARNING DO NOT use the racing chair unless it has the proper tire pressure p s i DO NOT overinflate the tires Failure to follow manu facturers recommendations listed on the side wall of the tire may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm 10 UPHOLSTERY FOOTREST PROCEDURE 3 7 Ifthe racing chair is equipped with kneeling upholstery ite toroid attach the foot pouch to the back upholstery and adjust Adjusting Replacing Back Upholstery Refer to ADJUSTING REPLACING LEG CUSHION Adjusting Replacing Leg Cushion with Foot Pouch WITH FOOT POUCH in this procedure of the manual Replacing Seat Sling Upholstery Installing the Plastic Footplate Installing Using Adjusting the Fixed Footrest WARNING After ANY adjustments repair or service Fastening and BEFORE use make sure all attachment Flaps hardware is tightened securely other wise injury or damage may result The tautness of the back
12. IR Pushrim Spokes Allen Wrench 8 4 oa Axle Tube Rear Wheel FIGURE L INSTALLING REAR WHEELS 14 WHEELS REPAIRING REPLACING REAR WHEEL TIRE TUBE WARNING Replacementofa ortube MUSTbe performed by a qualified technician NOTE TUBULAR TIRES are tires with tubes sewn into the tires they are high pressure 140 Ibs psi and must be glued to the rim Once they have a hole in them they must be replaced Also tubular tires will lose air overnight but they are not faulty This is a characteristic of tubular tires Tubular tires do not fit on a clincher rim NOTE CLINCHER TIRES are like conventional bicycle tires there is an inner tube separate from the actual tire They are more durable for longer periods of time and if punctured the tube can be replaced a qualified technician the tire will still be in tact Clincher tires use 100 Ibs psi Clincher tires do not fit on a tubular nm REPLACING PUSHRIMS FIGURE 2 1 Remove the rear wheel from the racing chair 2 Loosen the allen screws that secure the existing pushrim to the rear wheel 3 Remove the existing pushrim 4 Install the new pushrim onto the rear wheel and se curely tighten the allen screws NOTE Ensure the rim is pushing onto the spokes at the top of the rear wheel 5 Reinstall rear wheel onto the racing chair Allen Screw Allen Pushrim Wrench FIGURE 2 REP
13. LACING PUSHRIMS INSTALLING REMOVING FRONT WHEEL FIGURE 3 NOTE To remove reverse the order of the steps below NOTE There WILL be some play in the front wheel This is common in all front hubs 1 Remove the two 2 hex axles from the front wheel 2 Line up the mounting holes in the front wheel with the holes in the forks 3 Reinstall the 2 hex axles and securely tighten the front wheel to the fork 5 Hex Axle Hex Axle FIGURE 3 INSAALLING REMOVING FRONT WHEEL REMOVING INSTALLING FORK FIGURE 4 Removing 1 Remove the two 2 hex axles that secure front wheel to existing fork and remove front wheel from the rac ing chair Remove the locknut that secures the steering cylin der to the exisiting fork and remove the steering cylin der from the fork Remove the socket screw that secures the headset to the exisiting fork stem lf equipped loosen the socket screw that secures the custom steering handle to the existing fork as shown in DETAIL A of FIGURE 4 Remove the headset custom steering handle if equipped TOP metal washer needle bearing metal washer and spacer from the exisiting fork stem Slide existing fork stem out of head tube of the racing chair Remove BOTTOM metal washer needle bearing metal washer and spacer from the existing fork stem Front Wheel Installing 1 Install the BOTTOM metal washer needle bearing metal washer and spacer onto the
14. NSFER BURA shift body Place LEFT weight to the edge of leg through the open the racing chair uphol ing in the frame cage stery closest to the racing chair STEP 3 Place LEFT hand on the frame cage STEP 4 5 Lift Place RIGHT and shift hand on the weight into wheelchair racing chair Position racing chair as close as possible to the de frame upholstery sired object Reach back only as far as your arm NOTE Some racers will rest on the frame cage of the Wl extend without changing your sitting position racing chair half way through the transfer and move the RIGHT hand to the right side of the frame SAFETY INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2 NOTE Every six 6 months or as necessary take your racing chair to a qualified technician for a thor Safety Inspection Checklist ough inspection and servicing Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your racing chair To operate properly and Maintenance safely your racing chair must be cared for just like SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST any other vehicle Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your racing chair Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures This Procedure includes the following Troubleshooting INITIALLY INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT ADJUST ADJUST ADJUST GENERAL Racing chair rolls
15. Owner s Operator And Maintenance Manual END Eliminator OSR DEALER THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THE WHEELCHAIR USER BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Yes you can WARNING WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT ARST READING AND UNDERSANDING THIS MANUAL IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSIAND THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT A QUALIFED TECHNICIAN OR TOP END CUSTOMER SUPPORT AT 800 532 8677 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT URY AND OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE MAY RESULT 2 2 0 5 SPECIAL NOTES WARNING CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJ ECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NO TICE RACING CHAIR USER As a manufacturer of racing chairs Invacare Top End endeavors to supply a wide vari ety of racing chairs to meet many needs of the end user However final selection of type of racing chair to be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his her health care professional capable of making such a selection RACING CHAIR TIE DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS Invacare Top End recommends that racing chair users NOT be transported in vehicles of any kind while in racing chairs As of this date the Department of Transportation has not
16. WITHOUT INVACARE S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT INCLUDING BUTNOTLIMITED MODIAC ATON THRO UG H THE USE OF UN AUTHORIZED PARTS ORATIAC HMENTS PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIHC CONSENT OF INVACARE OR TO A PRODUCT DAM AGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE S CONTROL AND SUCH EVALUATION WALL SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMALWEAR USE AN INDOOR TRAINING ROLLER OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES IMPLIED WARRANTIES IF ANY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FATNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EX PRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN AND THE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY IMPLIED WAR RANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLAC EMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS C ONTIINED HEREIN INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL ORINCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WTH SIATE PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQ UIRE MENTS 19 lt 42 gt 020 5 Invacare Corporation www invacare com USA Invacare Top End One Invacare Way Sports and Recreation Products Invacare and Top End are registered trademarks of Invacare Elyria Ohio USA 4501 63rd Circle North Corporation 44036 2125 Pinellas Park FL 34665 Eliminator and Yes you can are
17. ack upholstery from the racing chair Adjusting 4 Feed the top two 2 fastening flaps of the new back 1 Adjust leg cushion w foot pouch to the desired taut upholstery through the slots on the racing chair frame ness 5 Feedthe bottom fastening flap of the new back upholstery between the racing chair frame and the clothing guards 6 Adjust the new back upholstery for desired tautness Refer to ADJUSTING BACK UPHOLSTERY in this procedure of the manual 11 lt J it PROCEDURE 3 Foam Insert Seat Sling Upholstery Back Upholstery Foot Pouch Fastening Flaps FIGURE 2 ADJ USTING REPLACING LEG CUSHION WITH FOOT POUCH Replacing 1 Unlatch the three 3 fastening flaps that secure the leg cushion to the racing chair frame Unlatch the foot pouch from the back upholstery Remove the existing leg cushion w foot pouch Install the new leg cushion w foot pouch Feed the top two 2 fastening flaps of the new leg cushion w foot pouch through the slots on the racing chair frame 6 Feed the bottom fastening flap between the side guard and the racing chair frame and secure together 7 Attach the foot pouch to the back upholstery and ad justto the desired tautness Referto ADJUSTING LEG ar CUSHION WITH FOOT POUCH in this procedure of the manual REPLACING SEAT SLING UPHOLSTERY FIGURE 3 Unlatch the foot pouch from the back upholstery 2 Unla
18. ance ofthe racing chair Itis importantto practice and master these safe techniques until you are comfortable in maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers Use this information only as a basic guide The techniques that are discussed on the following pages have been used successfully by many Individual racing chair users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described in this manual Invacare Top End recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for him her over coming architectural obstacles that they may encounter how ever ALL WARNINGS and CAUTIONS given inthis manual MUST be followed Techniques in this manual are a starting point forthe new racing chair user and Assistant with safety as the most important consideration for all Stability and Balance To assure stability and proper operation of your racing chair you must at all imes wear your seat positioning strap and maintain proper balance Your racing chair has been designed to remain upright and stable during normal racing training ac tivities as long as you do notmove beyond the center of gravity WARNING DO NOT shift your weight or sitting posi tion toward the direction you are reach ing as the racing chair may tip over Virtually all activities which involve movement in the racing chair have an effect on the center of gravity A Note to Racing Chair Assi
19. eight distribution of the racing chair To determine and establish your particular safety limits prac tice bending reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare pro fessional BEFORE attempting active use of the racing chair Proper positioning is essential for your safety and perfor mance of the racing chair Hand Caliper Brake WARNING NEVER use the hand caliper brake for im mediate stops Using the hand caliper brake for immediate stops can make the front wheel lock up skid causing the front tire to blow and go flat If needing to stop immedi ately grab the wheels with GLOVED hands The hand caliper brake is designed for managing safe opera tion of the racing chair at soeeds greater than ten 10 m p h Transferring To and From Other Seats WARNING BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the racing chair every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance The tautness of the back upholstery knee and or foot position as well as the user con dition directly relate to the stability of the racing chair Any change to one 1 or any combination of the three 3 may cause the racing chair to decrease in stability KNEELING SEAT UPHOLSTERY Ensure that feet slide evenly into the foot pouch and avoid the rear wheel spokes Ensure that the foot pouch is securely latched to the back up holstery Otherwise injury can occur G E N E R
20. erred 5 to 8 inches 16 17 18 or 19 inches Standard Position 15 16 17 or 18 inches Kneel Position Seat Angle 10 15 or 20 56 to 74 inches 11 to 15 degrees 700C or 26 inch 1 2 inch 13 to 16 inches 18 or 20 inches 20 inches Standard Caliper 17 lbs 27 lbs Fixed Footrest Aero Bars Aluminum Solid Seat Aluminum Kneel Plate 60 inch Length Eliminator with complete package ELIMINATOR OSR Custom Standard or Kneel Position V or Open V Inside seat measurement to allow for hip space Snug is preferred 5 to 8 inches 16 17 18 or 19 inches Standard Position 15 16 17 or 18 inches Kneel Position Seat Angle 10 159 or 20 68 to 74 inches 11 to 15 degrees 700C 1 2 inch 13 to 16 inches 20 inches carbon fiber optional Caliper 17 27 Aluminum Knee Plate Aluminum Seat Fixed Footrest Helmet Cordless Speedmeter Additional Straps Cushion Racing Suit Wheel Bag Carbon Fiber Wheels Tire Coated Pushrims GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 Stability Operating Information Tire Pressure Weight Training Weight Limitation Safety Handling of Racing Chairs SABIUTY WARNING The tautness of the back upholstery knee and or foot position as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the racing chair Any change to one 1 or any combination of the three 3 may cause the racing chair to decrease in stability 2 omaz rm
21. minator OSR is subject to ALL traffic rules and regulations PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL WARNINGS CONTINUED Care must be taken when operating the Himinator or Eliminator OSR on roads streets or highways Give pedestians the right of way DO NOT climb go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9 DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water ice or oil film NEVER use the hand caliper brake for immediate stops Using the hand caliper brake for immediate stops can make the front wheel lock up skid causing the front tire to blow and go flat If needing to stop immediately grab the rear wheels with GLOVED hands Before using the racing chair inspect the hand caliper brake and hand caliper brake pads for proper operation and wear Replace if wom DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles Doing so may cause your racing chair to tum over and cause bodily harm or damage to the racing chair DO NOT use parts accessories or adapters other than those authorized by Invacare Top End DO NOT stand or transfer on the frame of the racing chair Invacare strongly recommends that the racing chair be boxed or otherwise protected before transporting by an airline canier G o ED N E EY AN 5 DO NOT use racing chair an indoor taining roller otherwise the waranty will be void TIRE PRESSURE AND INFORMATION DO NOT use your racing chair unless it has the proper tire pressu
22. o cQ 2 9 5 Back Upholstery Knee Foot Position NOTE When changes to the left hand column occur follow across the chart and refer to the procedure to maintain the proper stability safety and handling of the racing chair OPERATING INFORMATION Back Upholstery Knee Foot Position GENERAL WARNINGS Wear your helmet at ALL times when riding the Eliminator or Eliminator OSR The end user is responsible for nomal maintenance and maintaining the Eliminator or Eliminator OSR in proper operating condition The manufacturer is not responsible for failure damage or injury caused by improper operation or maintenance by the end user To determine and establish your particular safety limits practice bending reaching and transfening activities in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional BEFORE attempting active use of the racing chair DO NOT sit erect or lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects behind you as this may cause the racing chair to tip over If the racing chair is equipped with kneeling upholstery always ensure the foot pouch is securely latched to the back upholstery Otherwise injury can occur DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the racing chair may tip over Before attempting to transfer in or out of the racing chair every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance Operation of the Eliminator or Eli
23. plate mounting Plastic bracket Footplate 2 Adjust the angle of the footplate as desired 3 Tighten the locknuts securing the footplate mounting bracket DEPTH 1 Remove the locknuts and hex screws securing the footplate mounting bracket 2 Reposition the footplate to the desired set of mount Fastening ing holes DETAIL A Strap Install the hex screws through the footplate footstrap Place Feet HERE and footplate mounting bracket AGURE 4 INSTALLING THE PLASTIC 4 Secure the hex screws with the locknuts Tighten FOO TPLATE securely Hex Screw Racing Chair Frame Mounting Bracket INSTALLING USING ADJ USTING THE FIXED FOOTREST FIGURE 5 WARNING Lower Support Tube Feet MUST be secured into the fixed foot Upper Support Footplate Foot Strap Tube rest BEFORE using racing chair Otherwise injury or damage may occur Installing Using Fixed Footrest Ana Sirap Remove the hex screws from the mounting bracket Buckl 2 Position the upper support tube on the underside of Hex Screw the racing chair frame on a Footplate Mounting Position the mounting bracket on top of the racing Bracket chair frame 4 Install the hex screws to secure the mounting bracket DETAIL ADJUSTING DEPTH to the upper support tube Hex Screws 6 If necessary adjust footrest Refer to ADJUSTING FIXED FOOTREST in this procedure 7 Pull the buckle
24. re p s i DO NOT overinflate the tires Refer to manufacturers recommendations on the sidewall of the tire Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm DO NOT continue using your racing chair if tires are bare or flat The racing chair is not stable with bare or flat tires as tire may roll off and cause the racing chair to crash Bare tires may result in a flat which may cause the racing chair to crash or veer to one side CORIMA CARBON FIBER WHEELS ONLY Corima Wheels MUST NOT be used when tires are bare or flat If a flat wheel occurs STOP IMMEDIATELY Otherwise the wheel war ranty will be void WEIGHT TRAINING Invacare Top End DOES NOT recommend the use of its racing chairs as a weight taining apparatus Invacare Top End racing chairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training If occupant uses said racing chair as a weight training apparatus Invacare Top End shall NOT be liable for bodily injury and the war ranty will be voided immediately WEIGHT LIMITATION The Invacare Top End Eliminator and Eliminator OSR chairs have a weight limitation of 250 Ibs 113 5 kg GENERAL GUIDELINES SAFETY HANDLING OF RACING CHAIRS Safety and Handling of the racing chair requires the close attention of the racing chair user as well as the assistant This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and mainten
25. s including but not limited to camber tubes compensator and uphol stery are wananted against defects in materials and workmanship fora period of one 1 year from the original invoice date except steering cylinders cushion bushings bearings cables and tires tubes Carbon fiber wheels are subject to the wheel manufacturers wananty and are not warranted by Invacare If within such waranty period any such product shall be proven to be defective such product shall be repaired orreplaced at Invacare s option This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges inc ured in replacement part instal lation or repair of any such product Invacare s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this waranty shall be limited to such repair and or replacement For wananty service please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare product In the event you do not receive satisfactory waranty service please write directly to Invacare at the address below Provide dealers name address date of purchase indicate nature of the defect and if the product is serialized indicate the serial number Do not etum products to our factory without our prior consent LIMMATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOTAPPLY TO SERIAL NUM BERED PRODUCTS IF THE SERIAL NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED PRODUCTS SUB JECTED TO NEGLIGENCE ACCIDENT IMPROPER OPERATION MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE COMMERCIAL OR INSTITUTIONAL USE PRODUCTS MODIFIED
26. stants When leaming assistance techniques for the Eliminator or Eliminator OSR have an experienced assistant help you before attempting italone When you are assisting with the Eliminator or Eliminator OSR remember to use good body mechanics Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenever lifting or positioning the Eliminator or Eliminator OSR for the end user WARNING DO NOT attempt to racing chair by lifting on any removable detachable parts Lift ing by means of any removable detachable parts of a racing chair may result in injury to the user or damage to the racing chair PROCEDURE 1 Also be aware of any removable detachable parts These must NEVER be used for hand hold or lifting supports as they may be inadvertently released resulting in possible injury to the user and or assistant s When learning a new assistance technique have an ex perienced assistant help you before attempting it alone Percentage of Weight Distribution WARNING The tautness of the back upholstery knee and or foot position as well as the user con dition directly relate to the stability of the racing chair Any change to one 1 or any combination of the three 3 may cause the racing chair to decrease in stability Many activities require the racing chair owner to reach bend and transfer in and out of the racing chair These move ments will cause a change to the normal balance the cen ter of gravity and the w
27. tch the bottom of the back upholstery from the underside of the seat sling upholstery Unlatch the top two 2 fastening flaps that secure the leg cushion to the racing chair frame UPHOLSTERY FOOTREST 4 Remove seat cushion from the seat sling upholstery 5 Unlatch the fastening flap that secures the existing seat upholstery to itself 6 Slide the ends of the existing seat upholstery up and through the frame of the racing chair 7 Slide the new upholstery through the frame of the rac ing chair as shown in FIGURE 5 8 Pull the seat upholstery to the desired tautness and secure with the fastening flap 9 Reverse STEPS 1 5 to reassemble Seat Upholstery Flap FIGURE 3 REPLACING SEAT SLING UPHOLSTERY INSTALLING THE PLASTIC FOOTPLATE FIGURE 4 WARNING Feet MUST be secured against the plastic footplate BEFORE using racing chair Oth erwise injury or damage may occur 1 Secure the fastening straps around the frame as shown in FIGURE 4 2 Place feet onto plastic footplate where indicated FIGURE 4 NOTE It may be necessary to loosen or tighten the fas tening straps for comfort and to secure feet to the footplate 3 Secure ankles with ankle strap by wrapping strap around ankles 12 UPHOLSTERY FOOTREST PROCEDURE 3 Seat 3 Tighten the set screw to secure the upper and lower Fastening footrest support tubes Strap ANGLE Loosen the locknuts securing the foot
28. tely 12 inches from the ground floor NOTE For optimum accuracy perform STEP 2 with the racing chair occupied 3 Determine the difference between the two 2 mea surements If the difference between the two 2 measurements is GREATER than 1 2 inch 0 1 4 inch for maximum rollability one 1 of two 2 conditions exists a Ifthe rear centerline measurement of the rear wheels is SMALLER than the front centerline measurement of the rear wheels a TOE OUT condition exists FIGURE 5 b Ifthe rear centerline measurement of the rear wheels is LARGER than the front centerline measurement of the rear wheels a TOE IN con dition exists FIGURE 5 FRONTOF RACING CHAIR Toe out Toe in Top View of Racing chair Smaller Than Front Centerline Larger Than Front FIG URE 5 DETERMINING TOE IN TOE OUT WHEELS 4 Ifthe difference between the measurements is greater than 1 2 inch correct the condition Re fer to ADJUSTING TOE IN TOE OUT ELIMINATOR ONLY in this procedure of the manual USTING TOE IN TOE OUT ELIMINATOR ONLY FIGURE 6 1 Loosen but do not remove the two 2 socket screws and clamps that secure the two 2 camber inserts to the camber bar 2 Slowly rotate the camber insert CLOCKWISE or COUNTERCLOCKWISE until the rear wheels are ap proximately in a straight line 3 Securely tighten the socket screws and clamps that secure the camber inserts
29. to expected race speed Keep in mind that all tracks are different Also different conditions will affect the way racing chair handles Extreme crosswinds should be taken into consideration NOTE The procedures below are for a counter clock wise racing track Reverse the Right and Left instruc tions for a clockwise racing track Straights While Racing or Training 1 Tum front wheel until it is approximately in a straight line 2 Tumthe RIGHT track stop screw until the locknut on the track stop is touching the racing chair frame Repeat STEPS 1 2 until racing chair follows a straight line Tums While Racing or Training 1 Tum frontwheel until in required position for desired tum 2 Tum the LEFT track stop screw until it is touching the racing chair frame 3 Repeat STEPS 1 2 until racing chair follows the de sired tum FRONTOF RACING Racing Chair CHAIR Frame Track Track Stop Screw turns N TOP VIEW OF Locknuts RACING CHAIR FIGURE 1 ADJ USING COMPENSATOR FOR SIRAIGHSAND TURNS Compensator 17 PROCEDURE 5 REPLACING COMPENSATOR FIGURE 2 CAUTION The tack stops are spring loaded Use caution when removing 1 5 6 Racing Chair Remove the locknut that secures the steering cylin der to the compensator Remove the two 2 locknuts and washer that se cure the compensator to the racing chair frame Remove the compensator from the racing chair frame Remove the two 2
30. to the camber bar 4 Measure the distance between the center lines at the rear and front of the rear wheels at approximately 12 inches from the ground loor Refer to DETERMIN ING TOE IN TOE OUT in this procedure ofthe manual 5 Repeat STEPS 1 4 until the toe in toe out measurement is less than 1 2 inch 0 1 4 inch for maximum rollability Clamp Socket Screw Camber Bar FIGURE 6 ADJ USING TOE IN RE OUT ELIMINATOR ONLY REPLACING CAMBER INSERB ELIMINATOR ONLY REPLACING CAMBER INSERTS ELIMINATOR ONLY FIGURE 6 1 Loosen but do not remove the socket screws and clamps that secure the camber inserts to camber bar 2 Remove existing camber insert from the camber bar Install the new camber insert into the camber bar Adjust the toe in toe out of the racing chair Refer to DETERMINING TOE IN TOE OUT in this procedure of the manual 16 COMPENSATOR This Procedure includes the following Adjusting Compensator for Straights and Turns Replacing Compensator After ANY adjustments repairorservice and BE FORE use make sure all attachmenthardware is tightened securely otherwise injury ordamage may result ADJ USTING COMPENSATOR FOR STRAIGHTS AND TURNS FIGURE 1 NOTE Adjustments to the compensator should be made while sitting in the racing chair NOTE Different speeds will affect the way racing chair handles Therefore it is critical for maximum performance to set compensator close
31. track stops from the compensa tor by using the following steps A Remove the locknut on the track stop screws B Remove track stop screw and spring from com pensator Install new compensator by reversing STEPS 1 4 Adjust the compensator Refer to ADJUSTING COM PENSATOR FOR STRAIGHTS AND TURNS in this procedure of the manual Compensator Frame S VN __ __ Washer 1 4 Steering Z Pi gs Locknuts Cylinder Locknut TRACKSIOPS Track Stop Screw Locknuts FIG URE 2 REPLACING COMPENSATOR OmMmArPIADW PROCEDURE 6 This Procedure includes the following Adjusting Hand Caliper Brake Sensitivity Adjusting Replacing Hand Caliper Brake Pads AfterANY adjusiments repairorservice and BEFORE use make sue allatiachmenthardware istighened securely injury ordamage may Replacementofthe hand caliperbrake MUS be performed by a qualified technician USTING HAND CALIPER BRAKE SENSITIVITY FIGURE 1 WARNING Before using the racing chair inspectthe hand caf perbrake and hand caliperbrake pads forproper Operation and wear Replace if wom Adjusting Hand Caliper Brake Sensitivity 1 Loosen the allen screw that maintains the tautness of the hand caliper brake cable 2 Squeeze both hand caliper brake pads with your hand to adjust the hand caliper brake cable 3 Loosely tighten the allen screw to ensure that the hand caliper brakes are adj
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33. usted properly NOTE When the hand caliper brake is engaged the hand caliper brake pads should rest solely on the rim of the wheel If not adjust the hand caliper brake pads Refer to ADJUSTING HAND CALIPER BRAKE PADS in this procedure of the manual 4 Repeat the above steps until the hand caliper brakes are adjusted properly 5 Securely tighten the allen screw that maintains the taut ness of the hand caliper brake cable Hand Caliper Brake Cable FIGURE 1 ADJ USING HAND CALIPER BRAKE SENSITIVITY BRAKES USTING REPLACING HAND CALIPER BRAKE PADS FIGURE 2 Before using the racing chair inspect the hand Caliper brake and hand caliper brake pads for proper operation and wear Replace if wom Adjusting Hand Caliper Brake Pads 1 Loosen the allen screw that secures the hand caliper brake pad to the hand caliper brake 2 Position the hand caliper brake pad until it is in line with the rim of the front wheel 3 Securely tighten the allen screw that secures the hand caliper brake pad to the hand caliper brake Repeat the above steps for the opposite side 5 Adjust hand caliper brake Refer to ADJUSTING HAND CALIPER BRAKE SENSITIVITY in this pro cedure of the manual Replacing Hand Caliper Brake Pads NOTE Invacare Top End recommends replacing BOTH hand caliper brake pads at the same time to achieve the best hand caliper brake performance possible 1 Removethe frontwheel Referto INSTALLING
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