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1. Lower Telescoping Rod Mounting Bracket Bracket Plate Adjustment Knob Upper Mounting Bracket Washer Back C Oy Bracket Plate Upholstery Mounting gt Screw Hex Wheelchair Hex Screws Side Frame Screws Spacer Lower Spacer Mounting Bracket Step Tube Back upholstery not shown for clarity FIGURE 7 Installing Telescoping Rod Mounting Instructions Part No 1150770 59 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair I OPTIONS Repositioning Upper Mounting Bracket For this procedure refer to FIGURE 8 on page 61 This adjustment is required if the telescoping rod MUST be mounted on the right side of the wheelchair With the telescoping rod in the lowest position align the hole of the outer tube with the phillips screw of the inner tube Remove phillips screw and set aside Remove the inner tube from the outer tube Firmly grasp the height adjustment assembly and pull to remove from the outer tube Slide the upper mounting bracket up off the outer tube Rotate the upper mounting bracket 180 and reinstall onto the outer tube ES E Reverse STEPS 1 5 to reassemble the telescoping I V rod Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 60 Part No 1150770 I OPTIONS TREE Tupe Upper Mounting Bracket Shown Rotated 180 Height Adjustment Assembly C T Outer Tube Outer Tube Phillips Screw FIGURE 8 Installing Telescoping I V Rod Repositio2. oco teli reete oed ipu E Ee as 62 Installing Removing One Piece Footboatd re Edi ire eere E E RE Lebe en eee e epe ueber det 63 One Piece Footboard Height Adjustment sosirii iiia iiite iiaeaae 66 Part No 1150770 GENERAL General 1 1 Symbols Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage See the information below for definitions of the signal words DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury gt gt WARNING Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage or minor injury or both IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided Gives useful tips recommendations and information for efficient trouble free use Part No 1150770 5 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 2 OVERVIEW 2 Overview 2 1 Label Location A WARNING DO NOT place hands or fingers on underside of seat rails when opening or closing wheelchair Ensure that seat is fully open BEFORE sitting in wheelchair Otherwise serious injury may occur
3. Armrest Release Lever Arm Socket Part No 1150770 7 SEAT AND BACK 7 Seat and Back A WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely Otherwise injury or damage may occur 7 Replacing Seat Upholstery l Remove the mounting screws that secure the existing seat upholstery to the wheelchair frame Warning Label 2 Remove the existing seat upholstery from the wheelchair frame Mounting 3 Install new seat upholstery by reversing STEPS 1 2 Screws The seat upholstery MUST be installed with the warning label facing up The following chart determines the number of mounting screws for each seat depth Seat Upholstery Washers SEAT DEPTH NUMBER OF SCREWS ae oc in Wheelchair 50 80 cm 20 in Frame FIGURE Replacing Seat Upholstery Part No 1150770 39 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 7 SEAT AND BACK 7 20 Replacing Back Upholstery 1 Remove the eighteen mounting screws and washers that secure the existing back upholstery to the back canes 2 Install and securely tighten the new back upholstery to the back canes with the eighteen mounting screws and washers starting with the top hole of the back cane Washers Back Cane CAL E e e e NE e Mounting e Screws e Back Upholstery FIGURE 2 Replacing Back Upholstery Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 40 Part No 11507
4. Locknut Tube FIGURE 6 Installing Holder Telescoping V Rod with Holder Part No 1150770 57 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair I OPTIONS 11 5 Installing Telescoping Il V Rod Mounting Instructions For this procedure refer to FIGURE 7 on page 59 The telescoping l V rod is factory set for installation on the left side of the wheelchair If necessary to install on the right side refer to Repositioning Upper Mounting Bracket on page 60 Loosely secure the two bracket plates to the lower mounting bracket using the short spacer long spacer and two mounting screws and locknuts Detail A Slide the lower mounting bracket over the left side step tube of the wheelchair frame so that the step tube is positioned between the two spacers Remove the existing top left upholstery mounting screw and washer Discard existing upholstery mounting screw and washer 4 Secure the upper mounting bracket and back upholstery to the back cane using the new upholstery mounting screw and washer Ensure the telescoping rod is vertical before securing the lower mounting bracket to the step tube Secure the lower mounting bracket to the wheelchair frame by securely tightening the two hex screws and locknuts on the mounting bracket Loosen the adjustment knob and position the IV rod to the desired height and securely tighten the adjustment knob Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 58 Part No 1150770 I OPTIONS DETAIL A
5. Check upholstery for sagging rips or tears Clean upholstery with mild soap and water c um O N 0 Replace any labels that are missing worn or torn Refer to Overview on page 6 for a listing of the labels and their locations l Hand grips should be checked monthly for wear looseness deterioration Clean if desired Replace if looseness or deterioration is found Replacing Repairing Rear Wheel Tire Tube A WARNING Replacement of solid urethane tires is not recommended If the solid urethane tire needs repaired Invacare recommends replacing the complete wheel assembly Replacement of rear wheel tube must be performed by a qualified technician Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 28 Part No 1150770 4 SAFETY INSPECTION TROUBLESHOOTING Replacing Repairing Caster Tire Tube A WARNING Replacement of solid urethane or semi pneumatic tires is not recommended If the solid urethane or semi pneumatic tires need replaced Invacare recommends replacing complete caster assembly For pneumatic tires replacement of the tire or tube must be performed by a qualified technician Part No 1150770 29 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 5 FRONT RIGGINGS 5 Front Riggings A WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely Otherwise injury or damage may occur 5 1 Installing Removing Swingaway Footrest Assembly Installing Turn the swingaway footrest assembly
6. Do not remove label Replace if damaged rename A WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI TIP TUBES meam INSTALLED enero Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair Pinch Point 1079203 1079203 located on seat rail next to the middle H block WEIGHT CAPACITY LIMITE DE POIDS 1000 LBS 453 kgs REFERTO OWNER S MANUAL SE REFERER AU MANUEL DE L UTILISATEUR 1 7 130244 Rev A 05 05 WEIGHT CAPACITY 700 LBS 318 kgs REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL PIN 1111021 6 Part No 1150770 2 OVERVIEW 2 2 Component Identification Back Upholstery Seat Upholste Rear Wheel P o Wheelchair Frame Rear Wheel Axle Handrim Front Caster Part No 1150770 7 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 2 OVERVIEW 2 3 Typical Product Parameters 9000 TOPAZ SEAT WIDTH 50 80 cm 20 in 55 88 cm 22 in 60 96 cm 24 in 66 04 cm 26 in 71 12 cm 28 in 76 20 cm 30 in OVERALL WIDTH Seat width plus 21 59 cm 8 5 in SEAT DEPTH 45 72 cm 18 in 50 80 cm 20 in OVERALL DEPTH WITH RIGGINGS 124 46 cm 49 in SEAT TO FLOOR 49 53 cm 19 in 44 45 cm 17 39 37 cm 15 in BACK STYLE Adjustable in 2 54 cm 1 in increments BACK HEIGHT 40 64 cm 16 in 43 18 cm 17 in and 45 72 cm 18 in ARM STYLES Conventional full length fixed adjustable height FRONT RIGGINGS Swingaway footrests and elevating legrests REA
7. Replacing 15 24 x 20 32 cm 6 or 8 in 10 Repeat STEPS 7 9 until maneuverability is correct Front Casters and Forks 11 Snap dust cover over the locknut and stem 9 2 Front Caster Mounting Adjustments WARNING Adjusting front caster mountings MUST be performed by a qualified technician Contact dealer Invacare Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 46 Part No 1150770 10 ANTI TIPPERS WHEEL LOCKS 10 Anti Tippers Wheel Locks A WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely Otherwise injury or damage may occur 10 1 Installing Anti Tippers WARNING Inasmuch as anti tippers are an option on this wheelchair you may order with or without the anti tippers Invacare strongly recommends ordering anti tippers as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user Anti tippers are specific to the different rear wheels and or seat to floor heights Refer to the following charts for correct usage and adjustment If these requirements cannot be achieved DO NOT use the wheelchair Contact an Invacare dealer or qualified technician Any changes to the seat to floor angle or seat to floor height may require different anti tippers The correct anti tippers must be ordered to maintain a 3 81 cm x 5 08 cm 1 to 2 in ground clearance Anti tippers MUST be fully engaged Ensure that the locking pin of the anti tipper fully protrudes out of the hole on the side of the wheelchair
8. Wheelchair 62 Part No 1150770 I OPTIONS Back Cane Handles Push Bar Support Push Bar Support Push Bar Lock Knob FIGURE 9 Installing Removing Push Bar 11 7 Installing Removing One Piece Footboard For this procedure refer to FIGURE 10 on page 65 Right and left sides of the wheelchair are determined from the occupant s position Only the right footboard support assembly is secured to the footboard When in the upright position the footboard will be vertical and resting against the inside of the right footboard support assembly Installing lf necessary remove the two existing swingaway footrest assemblies from the wheelchair by performing the following Part No 1150770 63 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair OPTIONS A Push the footrest release lever inward B Rotate swingaway footrest assembly outward C Lift the swingaway footrest assembly off of the hinge pins D Repeat STEPS A C for the other footrest assembly 2 With the footboard in the up position pull the footboard support release lever and position the right footboard assembly support in front of the wheelchair 3 Install the hinge plates on the footboard support assembly onto the hinge pins on the wheelchair frame 4 Push the footboard support assembly towards the inside of the wheelchair until it locks into place 5 Repeat STEPS 2 4 for the left footboard support assembly 6 With both footboard support assemblies locked into
9. active use of the wheelchair Proper positioning is essential for your safety When reaching leaning or bending forward it is important to use the front casters as a tool to maintain stability and balance Reaching Leaning and Bending WARNING DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward direction you are reaching as the wheelchair may tip over DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects behind you as this may cause the wheelchair to tip over Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 18 Part No 1150770 3 SAFETY Forward Position the front casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and engage wheel locks Backwards Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object Point front casters forward to create the longest possible wheelbase Reach back only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position FIGURE Reaching Leaning and Bending Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by learning how to manage your wheelchair Keep in mind your center of gravity to maintain stability and balance Tipping WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair when occupied to traverse curbs or other such obstructions ALWAYS uses curb cuts Otherwise injury or damage may result Part No 11507
10. or down until the desired height is achieved 2 Secure the lower footrest assembly to the elevating legrest assembly with the two bolts and locknuts Securely tighten 3 Repeat steps 1 2 on remaining legrest assembly Adjusting Calfpad 1 Remove the two mounting screws securing the calfpad to the calfpad support of the elevating legrest assembly 2 Slide the Calfpad up or down until the desired position is obtained 3 Secure the calfpad to the elevating legrest assembly with the two mounting screws Securely tighten 4 Repeat STEPS 1 3 to adjust remaining calfpad Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 32 FIGURE 3 Installing Removing Elevating Legrest Assembly Elevating Calfpad Legrest Assembly Mounting Calfpad Screws Support Bolts SLM Lower Footrest Assembly FIGURE 4 Adjusting Footrest Height Adjusting Calfpad Part No 1150770 Raising Elevating Legrest Assembly l assistant should hold the lower legrest assembly and raise the elevating legrests until one of three desired height positions is obtained Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly l one hand to fully support the weight of the user leg and elevating legrest 2 Pull release lever upward with the other hand 3 Gently lower user leg and elevating legrest down to desired position 4 Repeat STEPS 1 3 for remaining elevating legrest Installing Calf Strap 5 FRONT RIGGINGS Release Lever Lower Legr
11. position lower the footboard into the down position and ensure the footboard clips securely hook over the left lower footboard support tube behind the end cap 7 f necessary adjust the height of the footboard support assembly Refer to One Piece Footboard Height Adjustment on page 66 Removing Lift the footboard into the up position 2 Push the footboard support release lever inward 3 Rotate the footboard support assembly outward 4 Lift the footboard support assembly off of the hinge pins 5 Repeat STEPS 2 4 for the other footboard support assembly Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 64 Part No 1150770 I OPTIONS Wheelchair gt is Footboard Support prame NN Release Lever Footboard 5 rt Rel pioneer Left Footboard Support Assembly Footboard Clips End Cap Hinge Pins Left Lower Footboard Support Right Footboard Support Tube Assembly Footboard FIGURE 10 _Installing Removing One Piece Footboard Part No 1150770 65 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair I OPTIONS 11 8 One Piece Footboard Height Adjustment For this procedure refer to FIGURE 11 on page 67 1 Remove the footboard support assembly Refer to Installing Removing One Piece Footboard on page 63 Lay the assembly on a flat surface to simplify this procedure 2 Remove the two bolts and locknuts that secure the lower footboard support tube to the upper footboard support Reposition the lower footboard support tube to the de
12. tightened securely Otherwise injury or damage may occur 9 Installing Replacing 15 24 x 20 32 cm 6 or 8 in Front Casters and Forks WARNING If converting from six inch caster to an eight inch caster or vice versa there are seat to floor height adjustments that MUST be made Therefore this procedure MUST be performed by a qualified technician This procedure can be performed if replacing the exact same size front caster For this procedure refer to FIGURE on page 46 Part No 1150770 45 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 9 FRONT CASTERS 1 Remove the dust cover 2 Remove the locknut and washer that secures the fork to the caster headtube Dust Cover 3 Drop the front caster and fork out of the caster headtube Locknut 4 Slide in the new front caster and fork 5 Reassemble by reversing STEPS 1 2 T cx vus 6 Repeat STEPS 1 5 for the opposite front caster 7 To properly tighten caster journal system and guard against flutter Caster Headtube perform the following check A back of wheelchair to floor B Simultaneously pivot both forks and casters to the top of their arc Front Caster and Fork C Let casters drop to the bottom of their arc wheels should swing once to one side then IMMEDIATELY rest in a straight downward position D Adjust locknuts according to freedom of caster swing 8 Test wheelchair for maneuverability 9 Readjust locknuts if necessary FIGURE I Installing
13. wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been rolled away from the stairway If necessary rotate the anti tippers so the wheels are facing down Moving Down Stairs 2 If necessary rotate the anti tippers so the wheels are facing up One assistant positioned behind the wheelchair securely grasps a non removable non detachable part of the wheelchair for leverage and tilts the wheelchair back to the balance point After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point the assistant behind the wheelchair rolls the wheelchair up to the edge of the first step Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 20 Part No 1150770 3 SAFETY 4 second assistant positioned in the front of the wheelchair with a firm hold on a non detachable part of the framework lowers the wheelchair down and on to the next stair below and steadies the wheelchair as the assistant in the rear places one foot on the next stair below and repeats process 5 The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been rolled away from the stairway 6 df necessary rotate the anti tippers so the wheels are facing down FIGURE 2 Stairways Escalators WARNING DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors Serious bodily injury may occur Transferring To and From Other Seats WARNING Before attempting to transfer in or out o
14. 70 7 SEAT AND BACK 7 3 Adjusting Back Height For this procedure refer to FIGURE 3 on page 42 l Remove the four mounting screws and locknuts that secure the two back canes to the wheelchair frame 2 Remove the bottom two back upholstery mounting screws from the cane 3 Reposition the back canes to one of three height adjustment positions BACKHEGHT 40 64 cm l6 in 43 18 cm 17 in 45 72 cm 18 in Holes numbered from bottom to top for reference only There are no numbers on the back canes The mounting screws MUST be securely tightened into the threaded mounting holes of the wheelchair frame before installing the locknuts Reinstall the four mounting screws through the threaded mounting holes of the wheelchair frame and the back cane Securely tighten Reinstall the four locknuts Securely tighten Reinstall the two back upholstery mounting screws Securely tighten Part No 1150770 41 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 7 SEAT AND BACK Back Cane Height The two mounting screws and Adjustment locknuts that secure the back cane to Positions the wheelchair frame are not shown for clarity Wheelchair Frame FIGURE 3 Adjusting Back Height 7 4 Adjusting Seat Depth WARNING Adjusting the seat depth of the 9000 Topaz wheelchair MUST be performed by a qualified technician Contact dealer Invacare 7 5 Adjusting Seat Width A WARNING Adjusting the seat width of the 9000 Topaz wheelchair MUST be pe
15. 70 19 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 3 SAFETY Stairways A WARNING DO NOT attempt to move an occupied wheelchair between floors using a stairway Use an elevator to move an occupied wheelchair between floors If moving a wheelchair between floors by means of a stairway the occupant MUST be removed and transported independently of the wheelchair Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an unoccupied wheelchair up or down the stairs Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations Make sure to use only secure non detachable parts for hand hold supports Follow this procedure for moving the wheelchair between floors when an elevator is not available Moving Up Stairs 2 5 6 If necessary rotate the anti tippers so the wheels are facing up One assistant positioned behind the wheelchair securely grasps a non removable non detachable part of the wheelchair for leverage and tilts the wheelchair back to the balance point After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point the assistant behind the wheelchair backs the wheelchair up against the first step The second assistant positioned in the front of the wheelchair with a firm hold on a non detachable part of the framework lifts the wheelchair up and on to the next stair above and steadies the wheelchair as the assistant behind the wheelchair places one foot on the next stair above and repeats process The
16. A a eee e EE ee A MARRE at a decas EUER REAR WHEELS Remidving Installing Rear Wheels m 43 FRONT CASTERS 45 Installing Replacing 15 24 x 20 32 cm 6 or 8 in Front Casters and Forks 45 Front Caster Mounting Adjustments spse niesen reren ten a rei senten 46 ANTI TIPPERS WHEEL LOCKS 47 Installing EE e 47 Using Adjusting Wheel Locks 2 et Ee te ntt ce ear vo eee ne 49 OPTIONS 52 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier pce et E DRE Ue EUR ae RR AN A UR AR a UAR ttti e E REOR ei 52 Installing Seat Positioning ug ott 53 Wheel Lock Extension Handle pee M 54 Inst lling Removing Solid Seat Insert cette lend odere ential ueste dee Med eas pee a ine OR utet 55 Installing Removing Solid Back Insert ed Re ec RR Ete ETHER Hee EET aie acta E Re e AE e eie dS 56 Installing O2 Holder Telescoping Rod with O2 Holder eene tenente tentent tentent tentent ten ten tenent tentent tentent 56 Installing Telescoping V e tee P E eii tp san ettet a aree ite Dee te be petes 58 Installing Removing Push Bar
17. Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product BEFORE using this product read this manual and save for future reference Yes you can 2011 Invacare Corporation All rights reserved Republication duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare Trademarks are identified by and All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 2 Part No 1150770 CONTENTS GENERAL 5 Kyrie CE 5 OVERVIEW 6 Label LOCation M 6 Component Identification tete e oO c DR s de ne teur eee SHE eroe ee OR vec t e RE crie Roe tse 7 Typical Product Parameters ERR ete e E i dte Dette c oda e eee d ederet ae ets 8 SAFETY 10 General KCIIAIS Im M 10 Operating Information eo Ue s ee Pe e cecal BE OR DR He t Rede poe andes eret cest t deseo E Safety Handling of Wheelchairs cos e Rit dated iate e biet e ete EIER eere nag hein 17 SAFETY INSPECTION TROUBLESHOOTING 24 Safety Inspection Checklists Troubleshooting Maintenance sng dddhSuseeseedoesoas ca
18. R AXLE Permanent REAR WHEELS 317 51 kg 700 Ib model 60 96 cm 24 in solid or 50 80 cm 20 in pneumatic with flat free insert 453 59 kg 1000 Ib model 60 96 cm 24 in solid HANDRIMS 317 51 kg 700 Ib model Chrome steel or aluminum 453 59 kg 1000 Ib model Aluminum WHEEL LOCKS Toggle lock push or pull CASTER SIZE Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 317 51 kg 700 Ib model 15 24 cm x 5 08 cm 6 x 2 in Urethane 20 32 x 4 45 cm 8 x 1 in Semi pneumatic 453 59 kg 1000 Ib model 20 32 cm x 5 08 cm 8 x 2 in 8 Part No 1150770 2 OVERVIEW 9000 TOPAZ UPHOLSTERY Black vinyl FRAME COLORS Wet Black WEIGHT 317 51 kg 700 Ib model 37 19 kg 82 Ibs 453 59 kg 1000 Ib model 39 kg 86 Ibs SHIPPING WEIGHT APPROX 317 51 kg 700 Ib model 53 07 kg 117 Ibs WEIGHT LIMIT Chair only without footrest 76 2 cm 30 in wide X 50 8 cm 20 in deep 317 51 kg 700 Ibs 453 59 kg 1000 Ibs with heavy duty frame Chair with footrest 76 2 cm 30 in wide X 50 8 cm 20 in deep Part No 1150770 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 3 SAFETY 3 Safety The safety section contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product 3 1 General Guidelines A WARNING DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional mater
19. air For this procedure refer to FIGURE on page 36 l Unlock the armrest by performing the following A Flip the height adjustment lever on the front of the armrest to the up horizontal position B Pull the height adjustment lock knob on the rear of the armrest and twist 4 turn into the unlocked position 2 Adjust armrest to one of five positions The height adjustment lever and lock knob MUST be in the unlocked position when placing armrest into the arm assembly 3 Lock the armrest by performing the following A Flip the height adjustment lever on the front of the armrest to the down vertical position B Pull the height adjustment lock knob on the rear of the armrest and twist 4 turn into the locked position 4 Repeat STEPS 1 3 for other armrest Part No 1150770 35 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 6 ARMS The armrest for the 317 51 kg 700 lb model of the wheelchair is shown The armrest height for the 453 59 kg 1000 Ib model of the wheelchair is adjusted the same way Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair Locked Unlocked Vertical Horizontal Armrest Height Adjustment Lever Height Adjustment Lock Knob Locked Position Unlocked Position FIGURE Adjusting Armrest Height 36 Part No 1150770 6 2 Replacing Desk Full Length Armrest Pad l Remove the mounting screws that secure the armrest pad to the armrest assembly 2 Replace armrest pad and securely tighten with the existi
20. ame Reposition the wheel lock and or wheel lock clamp so that when engaged the wheel lock shoe embeds the tire 48 cm 19 in and holds the occupied wheelchair in place when pushed Securely tighten the two socket screws securing the wheel lock to the wheelchair frame 5 Engage the wheel lock 6 Measure the distance the wheel lock is embedded into the tire Detail A Any wheel lock adjustment should embed the wheel lock shoe 48 cm 19 in into the tire when engaged 7 Repeat STEPS 1 6 until the wheel lock shoe embeds the tire 48 cm 19 in and holds the occupied wheelchair in place when pushed Repeat STEPS 1 7 for the opposite wheel lock Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 50 Part No 1150770 10 ANTI TIPPERS WHEEL LOCKS 9 Engage both wheel locks and ensure the occupied wheelchair is held in place when pushed WARNING If wheel locks DO NOT hold the occupied wheelchair in place contact a qualified technician Otherwise injury or damage may occur DETAIL A WHEEL LOCK Socket Screws SHOE ENGAGEMENT Wheel Lock Clamp 48 cm 19 in g Wheelchair 6 Frame Wheel Lock Wheel Lock Shoe Tire Wheel Lock Shoe Rear Wheel FIGURE 3 Adjusting Wheel locks Part No 1150770 51 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair I OPTIONS 11 Options A WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely Otherwise injury or damage ma
21. capable of making such a selection 3 3 SafetylHandling of Wheelchairs Safety and handling of the wheelchair require the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair It is important to 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 wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described in this manual Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for him her in overcoming architectural obstacles that they may encounter However all warnings and cautions given in this manual MUST be heeded Techniques in this manual are a starting point for the new wheelchair user and assistant with safety as the most important consideration for all Part No 1150770 17 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 3 SAFETY Stability and Balance A WARNING Be aware that carrying heavy objects on your lap while occupying the wheelchair may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair resulting in serious bodily injury to the user damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property This wheelchair
22. e of the solid seat insert is touching the back canes Removing Firmly grasp the solid seat insert and lift away from the seat upholstery Part No 1150770 55 Back Canes Solid Seat Insert Seat Rail FIGURE 4 Installing Removing Solid Seat Insert Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair I OPTIONS Installing Removing Solid Back Insert Installing l Position the solid back insert between the back canes 2 Wrap the two fastening straps around the back canes 3 Securely fasten with two snaps Removing Release the two snaps securing the two fastening straps around the back canes 2 Remove the solid back insert 11 4 Installing O Holder Telescoping Rod with O Holder For this procedure refer to FIGURE 6 on page 57 l Slide the mounting bracket over the left side step tube of the wheelchair frame Back Canes Snaps Fastening Strap Solid Back Insert yy mM 2 FIGURE 5 Installing Removing Solid Back Insert 2 Secure the mounting bracket to the wheelchair frame with the hex screw spacer and locknut Telescoping with holder only Secure the top of the telescoping rod holder to the wheelchair frame with a tie wrap Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair Part No 1150770 I OPTIONS DETAIL A TELESCOPING DETAIL HOLDER ROD O HOLDER Mounting Bracket Telescoping Rod O Holder Mounting Tie Wrap Bracket
23. efer to Label Location on page 6 for a listing of the labels and their locations CAUTION DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame This could cause damage to the frame tubing Before using your wheelchair make sure all nuts and bolts are tight 2 Check all parts for damage or wear and replace 3 Check all parts for proper adjustment Part No 1150770 27 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 4 SAFETY INSPECTION TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION As with any vehicle check the wheels and tires periodically for cracks and wear Replace if damaged Replace as recommended refer to Replacing Repairing Rear Wheel Tire Tube on page 28 and Replacing Repairing Caster Tire Tube on page 29 4 rear wheels casters and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced by a qualified technician if damaged Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear Refer to Using Adjusting Wheel Locks on page 49 Tire wear is excessive if Pneumatic Tires there is missing tread or the tires are bald Urethane Tires there are cuts surface defects or the tires are loose on the rims Rubber Tires 30 or more of the tire has worn away Invacare recommends that tires and casters be replaced every five years Periodically check handrims to ensure they are securely attached to the rear wheels Periodically check front caster and rear wheel hubs to make sure they are clean and free of cracks
24. est Assembly Elevating Legrest FIGURE 5 Raising Elevating Legrest Assembly Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly l Remove calf strap from packaged container if it is not already secured to the footrest 2 Secure one side of the calf strap around each footrest Calf Strap FIGURE 6 Part No 1150770 Installing Calf Strap Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 5 FRONT RIGGINGS Heel Loop Replacement Remove the two bolts and locknuts that secure the lower footrest assembly to the upper footrest support l 2 Remove the lower footrest assembly 3 Remove the mounting screw spacer and locknut that secure the existing heel loop to the footrest 4 Slide existing heel loop over the slide tube of the lower footrest assembly 5 Install new heel loop 6 Reverse STEPS 1 4 to reassemble When securing the heel loop to the footrest assembly tighten the mounting screw and locknut until the spacer is secure Bolts Locknuts Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair Mounting Heel Loop Slide Tube Spacer P Lower Footrest Assembly Locknut FIGURE 7 Heel Loop Replacement 34 Part No 1150770 6 ARMS 6 Arms A WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely Otherwise injury or damage may occur 6 Adjusting Armrest Height WARNING Make sure the height adjustment lever is in the locked position before using the wheelch
25. est Assembly For this procedure refer to FIGURE 3 on page 32 Installing l 2 3 5 FRONT RIGGINGS Bolts and Locknuts Upper Footrest Support Lower Footrest Assembly FIGURE 2 Swingaway Footrest Height Adjustment Place elevating legrest assembly on the outside of the wheelchair and install the hinge plates onto the hinge pins on the wheelchair frame Rotate elevating legrest assembly toward the inside of the wheelchair until it locks in place Repeat STEPS and 2 for the other legrest assembly The footplates will be facing each other when locked in place While sitting in the wheelchair adjust the legrest to the correct height Refer to Adjusting Elevating Legrest Assembly on page 32 Part No 1150770 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 5 FRONT RIGGINGS Removing Ensure the elevating legrest is in the lowered position Refer to Adjusting Elevating Legrest Assembly on page 32 To release the elevating legrest assembly push the legrest release handle toward the inside of the wheelchair facing the front of the wheelchair and swing the legrest assembly to the outside of the wheelchair Lift the elevating legrest assembly off the hinge pins 5 4 Adjusting Elevating Legrest Assembly Adjusting Footrest Height While sitting in the wheelchair remove the two bolts and locknuts securing the lower footrest assembly to the elevating legrest assembly and move the lower footrest assembly up
26. f the wheelchair every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance Turn both casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto Also be certain the wheel locks are engaged to help prevent the wheels from moving Part No 1150770 21 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 3 SAFETY CAUTION When transferring position yourself as far back as possible in the seat This will help prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward This activity may be performed independently provided you have adequate mobility and upper body strength Position the wheelchair as close as possible alongside the seat to which you are transferring with the front casters pointing parallel to it Remove or flip up the armrest Engage wheel locks Swing away or remove front rigging Shift body weight into seat with transfer During independent transfer little or no seat platform will be beneath FIGURE 3 Transferring To and From Other Seats you Use a transfer board if at all possible Unfolding and Folding Wheelchair A WARNING ALWAYS keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury DO NOT place hand or fingers on the underside of the seat frame rail when opening or closing the wheelchair DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open and the seat frame rails are fully seated into the side frame H blocks Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 22 Part No 1150770 3 SAFETY U
27. frame Ensure both anti tippers are adjusted to the same height ALWAYS use anti tippers When outdoors on wet soft ground or on gravel surfaces anti tippers may not provide the same level of protection against tipover Extra caution MUST be observed when traversing such surfaces For this procedure refer to FIGURE on page 49 To ensure the correct model anti tipper is used refer to the following chart Measurements for anti tippers are approximate Part No 1150770 47 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 10 ANTI TIPPERS WHEEL LOCKS I Insert the anti tippers with the anti tipper wheels positioned according to the following chart Wheelchair Seat to Floor Anti Tipper Wheel Position Height inches Anti tipper Height Anti Tipper 1102147 8 57 cm 3 3 8 in 49 53 cm 19 in Wheelchair Frame Anti tipper Height Anti Tipper 1102146 3 17 cm 1 in perd 44 45 cm 17 in Wheelchair Frame When installing using anti tipper 1102146 on the 9000 Topaz wheelchair with a seat to floor height of 39 37 cm 15 2 the anti tipper wheels MUST be pointed up away from the ground floor 39 37 cm 15 Wheelchair Frame Anti tipper Height 3 17 cm 1 in Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 48 Part No 1150770 10 ANTI TIPPERS WHEEL LOCKS 2 Secure the anti tipper to the wheelchair frame with the locking pin 3 Ensure that the locking pin protrudes through both
28. h as the seat positioning strap is an option on this wheelchair you may order with or without the seat positioning strap Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user The seat positioning strap is a positioning strap only It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts If signs of wear appear strap MUST be replaced IMMEDIATELY With regards to seat chest positioning straps it is the obligation of the DME dealer therapists and other healthcare professionals to determine if a seat chest positioning strap is required to ensure the safe operation of this equipment by the user Serious injury can occur in the event of a fall from a wheelchair Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 14 Part No 1150770 Stability WARNING 3 SAFETY The back height front caster position caster size seat to floor angle position of the rear wheels correct anti tipper as well as the end user s disability or end user s physical condition and capabilities directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one or any combination of the nine may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician The various seat to floor heights require specific settings depending on rear wheel size rear wheel position front caster size position and desired seat to floor ang
29. has been designed to accommodate one individual If more than one individual occupies the wheelchair this may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair resulting in serious bodily injury to the user and passenger and damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair you MUST maintain proper balance at all times Your wheelchair has been designed to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities as long as you DO NOT move beyond the center of gravity Virtually all activities which involve movement in the wheelchair have an effect on the center of gravity Invacare recommends using seat chest positioning straps for additional safety while involved in activities that shift your weight DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the armrests Make sure the casters are pointing in the forward position whenever you lean forward This can be achieved by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it in a straight line Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach bend and transfer in and out of the wheelchair These movements will cause a change to the normal balance the center of gravity and the weight distribution of the wheelchair To determine and establish your particular safety limits practice bending reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting
30. he handrims for self propulsion Inasmuch as the HANDRIMS are an option on this wheelchair you may order with or without the handrims Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user Invacare recommends that a non folding device be installed to keep the wheelchair from being folded when left unoccupied in a public place DO NOT operate on roads streets or highways DO NOT allow children to play on or operate the wheelchair DO NOT operate on soft surfaces such as sand grass or gravel The handrims may become hot due to friction which may cause injury to your hands Surfaces of the wheelchair like frame parts or upholstery can reach temperatures that may hurt skin due to excessive amounts of exposure to sunlight Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 12 Part No 1150770 Hand Grips AN 3 SAFETY WARNING ALWAYS check hand grips for looseness before using the wheelchair If loose and or worn replace IMMEDIATELY When cleaning rear cane or hand grip areas use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water Verify that grips are dry prior to use Use of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in the hand grips sliding off the cane assembly Failure to observe this warning may result in injury to the user or bystanders If the wheelchair is exposed to extreme temperature above 00 F or below 32 F high humidity and or becomes wet prior to use ensure that the handg
31. ial such as owner s manuals service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this product or optional equipment If you are unable to understand the warnings cautions or instructions contact a healthcare professional dealer or technical personnel before attempting to use this equipment otherwise injury or damage may occur A qualified technician MUST perform the initial set up of this wheelchair also a qualified technician must perform all procedures specifically indicated in the manual ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE Check all parts for shipping damage and test before using In case of damage DO NOT use Contact Invacare Carrier for further instruction Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 10 Part No 1150770 3 SAFETY 3 2 Operating Information Anti tippers AN WARNING Inasmuch as anti tippers are an option on this wheelchair you may order with or without the anti tippers Invacare strongly recommends ordering anti tippers as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user Anti tippers are specific to the different rear wheels and or seat to floor heights Refer to the chart in Installing Anti Tip
32. le These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician When changes to the left hand column N 9 2 occur follow across the chart and refer O Q Ww an E a to the procedure to maintain the Ur ac 2 M gt I amp proper stability safety and handling of the E Z E EF a wheelchair O lE lt z Lu Lu Q E Z S U L lt lt a O3 5 BACK HEIGHT x X X X N A N A CASTER POSITION X N A X X N A X CASTER SIZE X N A X X N A X SEAT TO FLOOR ANGLE N A N A N A N A WHEEL POSITION X N A X X s X USER CONDITION x x x x X N A Part No 1150770 15 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 3 SAFETY Weight Limitation WARNING AN The 9000 Topaz wheelchairs have a weight limitation of 317 51 kg 700 Ibs 453 59 kg 1000 Ibs with heavy duty frame Weight Training A WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus Invacare wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus Invacare shall not be liable for bodily injury or damage to the wheelchair and the warranty is void Wheel Locks A WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with wheel locks Wheel locks are not brakes If the wheelchair is equipped with push to lock wheel locks eleva
33. nfolding l Tilt the wheelchair toward you raising the opposite wheel and x caster off the ground floor 2 Place your hand on the top of the seat rail closest to you where the E seat upholstery is attached Point your fingers and thumb to the inside of the wheelchair 4 Press downward on the top of the seat rail until the wheelchair is fully open and the seat rails are fully seated in the H blocks 5 Engage both wheel locks open the footrest legrest for clearance and transfer into the wheelchair Refer to Transferring To and From Other Seats on page 21 Press DOWN on Seat Rail FIGURE 4 Unfolding and Folding Wheelchair Folding Hammock or Sling Seat Models l Swingfootrest legrest in locked position to the front of the wheelchair 2 Pivot footplates upward to vertical position 3 With both hands grasp the middle of the seat upholstery at the front and back edge and lift up 4 Continue to close the wheelchair by grasping the armrest furthest from you and pulling the armrest towards you FIGURE 5 Folding Hammock or Sling Seat Models Part No 1150770 23 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 4 SAFETY INSPECTION TROUBLESHOOTING 4 Safety Inspection Troubleshooting 4 1 Every six months take your wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair To operate properly and safely your
34. ng mounting screws The armrest for the 317 51 kg 700 Ib model of the wheelchair is shown The armrest height for the 453 59 kg 1000 Ib model of the wheelchair is adjusted the same way Armrest Pad Armrest Assembly Mounting Screws FIGURE 2 Replacing Desk Full Length Armrest Pad 6 3 Removing or Replacing Armrest A WARNING Make sure the armrest release lever is in the locked position before using the wheelchair For this procedure refer to FIGURE 3 on page 38 Part No 1150770 37 6 ARMS Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 6 ARMS Removing Armrests 1 Unlock the armrest by flipping the armrest release lever to the up horizontal position 2 Lift armrest completely out of arm sockets from the wheelchair Replacing Armrests Armrest release levers MUST be in the unlocked position when placing armrests into the arm sockets 1 Place armrest into arm sockets located on the side of the wheelchair 2 Lock the armrest by flipping the armrest release lever to the down vertical position The armrest for the 317 51 kg 700 lb model of the wheelchair is shown The armrest height for the 453 59 kg 1000 Ib model of the wheelchair is adjusted the same way Arm Socket 1 1 3 FIGURE 3 Removing or Replacing Armrest Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 38 ia Armrest
35. ning Upper Mounting Bracket Part No 1150770 61 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair I OPTIONS Safety and Maintenance Make sure the telescoping I V rod is tightly locked before placing medication on the rod 2 The telescoping I V rod is designed for the specific purpose of supporting medication only DO NOT use it to support objects other than I V medication 3 Check weekly to make sure the telescoping rod O holder is tightly secured to the wheelchair frame If there is any looseness whatsoever DO NOT use until the corrective adjustments have been made 4 The telescoping I V rod O holders clean easily with any household glass type cleaner 11 6 Installing Removing Push Bar For this procedure refer to FIGURE 9 on page 63 The 9000 Topaz is folded for either storage or transporting The push bar MUST be removed before folding the wheelchair Installing Push Bar Insert one push bar support into one back cane handle It may be necessary to move the back cane side to side in order to align the remaining push bar support with the back cane handle 2 Align the remaining push bar support with the remaining back cane handle 3 Insert the push bar support into the back cane handle Securely tighten both lock knobs Removing Push Bar Completely unthread both lock knobs 2 Firmly grasp both ends of the push bar and pull to remove the push bar from the back cane handles Invacare 9000 Topaz
36. pers on page 47 for correct usage and adjustment If these requirements cannot be achieved DO NOT use the wheelchair Contact an Invacare dealer or qualified technician Any changes to the seat to floor angle or seat to floor height may require different anti tippers The correct anti tippers MUST be ordered to maintain a 3 81 x 5 08 cm 1 2 to 2 in ground clearance Anti tippers MUST be fully engaged Ensure that the locking pins of the anti tippers fully protrude out of the hole on the side of the wheelchair frame Ensure both anti tippers are adjusted to the same height ALWAYS use anti tippers When outdoors on wet soft ground or on gravel surfaces anti tippers may not provide the same level of protection against tipover Extra caution MUST be observed when traversing such surfaces Part No 1150770 11 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 3 SAFETY General Warnings A WARNING To determine and establish your particular safety limits practice bending reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use of the wheelchair Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flame or combustible products Serious injury or damage to property may result DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair DO NOT use the footplate as a platform When getting in or out of the wheelchair make sure that the footplates are in the upward position ALWAYS use t
37. place if necessary Adjust front casters forks bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture Inspect Adjust Periodically m Ensure that the wheelchair rolls straight no excessive drag pull to one side Inspect frame and crossbraces for loose or missing hardware Inspect for bent frame or crossbraces Check that wheel locks are easy to engage Ensure that casters are free of debris Inspect seat and backs for rips and sagging Inspect seat for damaged or missing warning label Check that there is no excessive side movement or binding in the rear wheels when lifted and spun Clean upholstery and armrests Check that all labels are present and legible Replace if necessary Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 26 Part No 1150770 4 0 Troubleshooting 4 SAFETY INSPECTION TROUBLESHOOTING Chair Chair Sluggish Turn or Casters Squeaks Looseness in Solutions Veers Veers Performance Flutter and Chair Right Left Rattles Check for loose fork stem X x x x nuts and bolts Check that both casters contact the ground at the x x X same time 4 3 Maintenance Maintenance Safety Precautions A WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely Otherwise injury or damage may result Replace any labels that are missing worn or torn R
38. rformed by a qualified technician Contact dealer Invacare Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 42 Part No 1150770 8 REAR WHEELS 8 Rear Wheels WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely Otherwise injury or damage may occur 8 1 Removing Installing Rear Wheels WARNING Changing the rear wheel size or changing the seat to floor height MUST be performed only by a qualified technician For this procedure refer to FIGURE on page 44 If replacing the same size rear wheel note the mounting position on the wheelchair frame for proper reinstallation of the new rear wheel Place the wheelchair frame up on blocks so that the rear wheels are off the ground Remove the dust cap if applicable mounting screw and locknut that secure the rear wheel and axle spacer to the wheelchair Repeat STEP 2 for the opposite rear wheel kW gt To reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair reverse STEP 2 Make sure axle spacer is between rear wheel and wheelchair frame Part No 1150770 43 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 8 REAR WHEELS Axle Mounting Positions Rear Wheel Locknut Wheelchair Frame FIGURE Removing Installing Rear Wheels Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 44 Part No 1150770 9 FRONT CASTERS 9 Front Casters A WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is
39. rips DO NOT twist on the handle Otherwise damage or injury may occur Information for Healthcare Professionals Assistants A Lifting A WARNING When assistance to the wheelchair user is required remember to use good body mechanics Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenever tipping the wheelchair or traversing curbs or other impediments When learning a new assistance technique have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone WARNING DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable detachable parts Lifting by means of any removable detachable parts of the wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair Part No 1150770 13 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 3 SAFETY Ramps Slopes Inclines and Obstacles WARNING DO NOT traverse climb or go down ramps or slopes greater than 9 DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water ice or oil film DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles Doing so may cause your wheelchair to tip over and cause bodily harm to you or damage to the wheelchair NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair on an incline DO NOT attempt to stop the wheelchair while on a sloped surface Repair and Service Information A WARNING Unless otherwise noted all service and adjustment should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied Seat Positioning Straps WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap Inasmuc
40. sired height 4 Using the two bolts and locknuts secure the lower footboard support tube to the upper footboard support Securely tighten Ensure both footboard supports are adjusted to the same height Repeat STEPS 2 4 to adjust the remaining footboard support assembly Reinstall the footboard support assembly Refer to Installing Removing One Piece Footboard on page 63 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 66 Part No 1150770 I OPTIONS Upper Footboard Supports Locknuts Lower Footboard Tube Lower Footboard tube Footboard FIGURE 11 One Piece Footboard Height Adjustment Part No 1150770 67 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair Part No 150770 Rev C 2 11 Manufacturer Invacare Invamex S deR L de CV Carr Reynosa Matamoros 102 Avenida Industrial EL PUENTE SN Parque Industrial Manimex Cd Reynosa Tamaulipas 88783 Mexico Invacare Corporation USA One Invacare Way Elyria Ohio USA 44036 2125 800 333 6900 EU Representative Invacare Rea AB Box 200 S 343 75 Di Sweden www invacare com United Kingdom amp Eire Invacare Ltd South Road Bridgend Industrial Estate UK Bridgend CF31 3PY Tel 44 0 1656 664 321 Fax 44 0 1656 667 532 UK invacare com Yes you can
41. talled with the locking releasing buckle on the right or left side of the wheelchair back i according to user preference Position the seat positioning strap around the outside of the back upholstery and back canes Secure the seat positioning strap and back upholstery to the back canes with the two new back upholstery mounting screws and washers Securely tighten Part No 1150770 53 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair OPTIONS Back Canes Locking Releasing Buckle Back Upholstery Seat Positioning Washer Strap Mounting Screws FIGURE 2 Installing Seat Positioning Strap 11 3 Wheel Lock Extension Handle uk wn Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 54 For this procedure refer to FIGURE 3 on page 55 Remove the existing rubber tip from the wheel lock handle Discard rubber tip Secure the wheel lock extension handle to the wheelchair frame by wrapping the elastic cord around the wheelchair frame Pass the wheel lock extension handle through the loop end of the elastic cord Slide the wheel lock extension handle on to the wheel lock handle Repeat STEPS 1 3 for the remaining wheel lock Part No 1150770 I OPTIONS Wheel Lock Extension Handle Elastic Cord Loop End Wheel Lock Handle Wheelchair Frame FIGURE 3 Wheel Lock Extension Handle Installing Removing Solid Seat Insert Installing l Position the solid seat insert so that it is fully supported by the seat rails and the back edg
42. that there is no excessive side movement or binding the rear wheels when lifted and spun Q Inspect rear wheels for cracked broken or loose spokes Ensure all spokes are uniformly tight Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling Inspect axle assembly for proper tension by spinning caster Caster should come to a gradual stop Adjust front casters forks bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop 1 Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture Inspect casters for cracks and wear Q Clean upholstery and armrests Check that all labels are present and legible Replace if necessary Inspect Adjust Weekly Inspect tires for flat spots and wear Inspect rear wheels for cracked broken or loose spokes Ensure all spokes are uniformly tight Inspect axle assembly for proper tension by spinning caster Caster should come to a gradual stop Inspect Adjust Monthly Check that the wheel locks do not interfere with tires when rolling Check that the wheel lock pivot points are free of wear and looseness Inspect seat and back for loose or broken hardware Inspect cane hand grips for wear looseness deterioration Part No 1150770 25 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair a a SAFETY INSPECTION TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs of wear Ensure buckle latches Verify hardware that attaches strap to frame is secure and undamaged Re
43. the anti tipper and the wheelchair frame 4 Repeat STEPS 1 3 to install the remaining anti tipper Anti Tipper Wheelchair Frame FIGURE Installing Anti Tippers Locking Pin 10 2 Using Adjusting Wheel Locks Using Wheel Locks WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with wheel locks Wheel locks are not brakes For this procedure refer to FIGURE 2 on page 50 Position wheelchair on a flat level surface to perform this procedure Ensure the wheelchair is not moving before engaging the wheel locks 2 Depending on the model of wheel lock installed on the wheelchair perform one of the following Push to Lock To engage push the wheel lock handle forward Pull to Lock To engage pull the wheel lock handle backward 3 Disengage the wheel locks by reversing STEP 2 Part No 1150770 49 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 10 ANTI TIPPERS WHEEL LOCKS DETAIL PUSH TO LOCK MODEL DETAIL B PULL TO LOCK MODEL Locked Position Unlocked Position Locked Position Unlocked Position l L 59 TE Wheel Lock Wheel Lock Handle B Handle FIGURE 2 Using Wheel Locks Adjusting Wheel locks For this procedure refer to FIGURE 3 on page 51 Disengage the wheel lock 2 Loosen the two socket screws that secure the wheel lock to the wheelchair fr
44. ting legrests and wheel lock extension handles the wheel lock extension handles MUST be removed before swinging the elevating legrests to the side otherwise injury or damage may result Interference between the top of the elevating legrest and the wheel lock extension handle causes the wheel lock to disengage Engaging the wheel locks may not prevent the wheelchair from moving on all floor surfaces including those that may be wet or slick ALWAYS exercise caution when transferring into or out of the wheelchair Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 16 Part No 1150770 3 SAFETY Wheelchair Tie Down Restraints WARNING Wheelchair users should NOT be transported in vehicles of any kind while in wheelchairs As of this date the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair in a moving vehicle of any type It is Invacare s position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto industry Invacare cannot and does not recommend any wheelchair transportation systems Wheelchair User WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of the end user However final selection of the type of wheelchair to be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his her healthcare professional
45. to the side open footplate is perpendicular to wheelchair 2 Install the hinge plates on the swingaway footrest assembly onto the hinge pins on the wheelchair frame Footrest Release Lever 3 Push the swingaway footrest assembly toward the inside of the wheelchair until it locks into place Swingaway Footrest Assembly 4 Repeat STEPS 1 3 for the other footrest assembly The footplates will be facing each other when locked in place Footplate Removing Push the footrest release lever inward Rotate swingaway footrest assembly outward Lift the swingaway footrest assembly off the hinge pins Repeat STEPS 1 3 for the other side e w gt FIGURE I Installing Removing Swingaway Footrest Assembly Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 30 Part No 1150770 5 2 ee 5 3 Swingaway Footrest Height Adjustment Remove the swingaway footrest assembly Refer to Installing Removing Swingaway Footrest Assembly on page 30 Lay the assembly on a flat surface to simplify this procedure Remove the two bolts and locknuts that secure the lower footrest assembly to the upper footrest support Reposition the lower footrest assembly to the desired height Install and securely tighten the two bolts and locknuts Repeat STEPS 1 4 for the other footrest Reinstall the swingaway footrest assembly Refer to Installing Removing Swingaway Footrest Assembly on page 30 Installing Removing Elevating Legr
46. uesduscoustens saad tious ingetass shavsadsstoaseasssovesdeassadsbdbeandedbsesapecdahennsanssscaseeaesces eb FRONT RIGGINGS Installing Removing Swingaway Footrest Assembly Swingaway Footrest Height Adjustments aree aeaaeae NEEE Eei a EE O iaaii EEEa K E E EEEa anii Installing Removing Elevating Legrest Assembly sscssessesssssssessssssecsessecsessssssssssecsessscscssscsasssscsuscssesucsssssucsussssecscesucssessecsuessssseesucesessncsuseasesseeasesseessesseeasents Adjusting Elevating Legr st Assembly t e i eee deut dee eee hee ee due eee cete e aN ARMS Adjusting Armrest Height d ec t e Rite bee tie udo tepida te idet Ea eite ON desee utu tue uode 35 Replacing DesldFull Eerigth Armrest te it e AE ERE Ee EEUU re OPER eL De eue ec RE M eee e Tbe acier dedit 37 R moving or Replacing Armrest z t d EMEN UU DUE EA NE CAD RATER REA LED RICE ELA E ZEE CEA 37 SEAT AND BACK 39 Part No 1150770 3 Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair CONTENTS Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 4 Replacing Seat Upholstery 39 Replacing Back Upholste tty EE DRE 40 Adjusting Back Height Adjusting Seat Depth Y Adjusting Seat Width sition Oe ER T
47. wheelchair MUST be cared for just like any other vehicle Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair Safety Inspection Checklists Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures Inspect Adjust Initially m D OoOCOLDOCUCCODOUICOACOUOCIHLU Q Ensure that the wheelchair rolls straight no excessive drag or pull to one side Inspect for loose or missing hardware on frame and crossbraces Inspect for bent frame or crossbraces Check that the wheel locks do not interfere with tires when rolling Check that the wheel lock pivot points are free of wear and looseness Check that the wheel locks are easy to engage Ensure that the wheel locks prevent the wheelchair from moving when engaged Inspect seat and back for rips and sagging Inspect seat for damaged or missing warning label Inspect seat and back for loose or broken hardware Inspect back cane hand grips for wear looseness deterioration Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs of wear Ensure buckle latches Verify hardware that attaches strap to frame is secure and undamaged Replace if necessary Inspect tires for flat spots and wear Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 24 Part No 1150770 4 SAFETY INSPECTION TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION As with any vehicle check the wheels and tires periodically for cracks and wear Replace if damaged Q Check
48. y occur 11 1 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier For this procedure refer to FIGURE on page 53 Installing Slide the clamp with the base attached over the end of the step tube of the wheelchair Position the base parallel to the step tube Securely tighten the locknut that secures the base to the step tube of the wheelchair Remove the upper back upholstery screw and washer Align the strap with the back upholstery screw mounting hole DP WN Secure the strap to the wheelchair with the back upholstery screw and washer Safety and Maintenance Check base weekly to assure proper placement Securely fasten strap while carrying items NEVER insert or remove items while wheelchair is moving Base should be parallel to step tube to avoid bending spokes when folding the wheelchair OR The base cleans easily with any chrome or glass cleaner The strap be cleaned with mild soap and water Invacare 9000 Topaz Wheelchair 52 Part No 1150770 I OPTIONS m Base SSH TI ve Step ge d Tube p H d te zL Clamp uv J Locknut 26580 rd e P AO FIGURE Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier 11 2 Installing Seat Positioning Strap For this procedure refer to FIGURE 2 on page 54 Remove the two existing back upholstery mounting screws and washer located second up from the bottom of both back canes Discard back upholstery screws and washers The seat positioning strap may be ins
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