Invacare 6265 Mobility Aid User Manual
Contents
1. 17 ADJUSTING ARMREST HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT ARMS ONLY 17 USING OR REPLACING catiuacsanndreteccntsaataaacicatencalsdersadiccakeneetianukes 17 PROCEDURE 3 SEAT AND BACK FOLD DOWN BACK TRACER TRANSPORT 7 18 REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY Pb ub eb perta 18 REPLACING THE SEAT UPHOLSTERY quien aseo queri tra 18 ADJUSTING SEAT WIDTH ECT EET 18 PROCEDURE 4 REAR WHEELS REMOVING INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS sse eene nme 20 REPLACING REAR WHEEL 20 REPLACING REPAIRING REAR WHEEL menn 20 PROCEDURE 5 FRONT CASTERS INSTALLING REPLACING SIX OR EIGHT INCH FRONT CASTERS AND FORKS 21 ADJUSTING FRONT CASTERS 21 REPLACING REPAIRING FRONT CASTER TIRE TUBE 21 REPLACING FRONT CASTERS 20 Ub NM I eras 21 PROCEDURE 6 SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHTS CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT TRACER EX ONLY 2 22 PROCEDURE 7 ANTI TIPPERS WHEEL LOCKS INSTALLING ANTI TIPPERS fete ee ee 23 WHEEL LOCK C RI II Tz EE 24 PROCEDURE 8 OPTIONS INSTALLING AMPUTEE ATTAC2. SAFETY HANDLING SAFETY HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Safety and Handling of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant This manual points out the most common procedures and tech niques 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 in dividual 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 followed Techniques in this manual are a starting point for the new wheelchair user and assistant with safety as the most important consideration for all STABILITY AND BALANCE AIMAYSwearyourseatpositioning strap Inasmuch asthe SEATPOSIIONING SIRAPsan option onthis wheekc hair You may orderwith orwithoutthe Seat Positioning Stap Invacare strongly recommends ordering the SeatPositioning asanadditional safeguard forthe wheelchair user To assure stability and proper ope
3. m om uo SPECIFICATIONS Seat Width Seat Depth Overall Width Permanent Arm Removable Arm Overall Depth w o riggings Seat to Floor Back Style Back Height Arm Styles Front Riggings Rear Axle Rear Wheels Handrims Wheel Locks Caster Size Upholstery Weight Permanent Arm Removable Arm Shipping Weight approx Permanent Arm Removable Arm SPECIFICATIONS TRACER IV 20 22 and 24 inches 18 inches N A 27 1 2 to 31 1 2 inches 32 inches 21 inches Fixed 16 inches Fixed Desk Full Length Adjustable Height Desk Full Length Swingaway Footrest El evating Legrest Articulat ing Elevating Legrest Permanent 24 inch Composite DTM Pneumatic Flat Free Insert 24 inch Composite DTM Standard Chrome Push to Lock 8 x 1 inch Solid Rubber Standard 8 x 1 3 4 inch Semi Pneumatic Vinyl dark blue stan dard Marina Blue Space Blue Dove Grey Ruby and Camel N A 52 Ibs 22 Wide TRACER TRANSPORT 14 16 18 and 20 inches 16 inches 18 1 2 to 22 1 2 inches 19 to 25 inches 27 inches 21 inches Fixed and Fold Down 16 inches Permanent Fixed Desk Full Length Swingaway Footrest Elevating Legrest Permanent 8x1 inch Solid Rubber Standard 8x1 1 4 inch Composite Urethane N A Push to Lock 8 x 1 inch Solid Rubber Standard 8 x 1 1 4 inch Composite Urethane Vinyl Lightweight Black Sta
4. INSTALLING THE SEAT POSITIONING STRAP FIGURE 4 ALWAYS wearyour positioning stra p Inasmuch asthe SEATPOSITIONING SIRAPisan option on this wheelc hair You may orderwith or without the seat restraint Invacare strongly recom mends ordering the SEATPOSITIONING STRAP asan additional safeguard forthe wheelc hair OPTIONS Font anti ppers are recommended by Invac are when using elevating legrests Even though a wheelchairis equipped with front anti tippers individuals should be taught to elevate legrests swing frontriggingsaside and orf ip up footplates so they are out of the way BEFORE placing feet firmly on the floor when entering or exiting the wheelc hair This will permit individuals to stand close to front edge of the seat and lower him self herself well enough back onto the seat user Ensure lippersare adjusted to the same height otherwise the wheelchairmay tip to one 1 Remove the bottom back upholstery screw from the ine side and injury ordamage may occur wheelchair 2 Position the seat positioning strap half between the back cane and back upholstery Installing Front Anti Tippers 3 Secure the back upholstery and seat positioning strap to the wheelchair with the existing back upholstery screw 4 Repeat STEPS 1 3 for the opposite side of the wheelchair When securing the fiontant tipperstp wheel chair frame DO NOT overtighten the attaching hardwar
5. 2 INSTALLING THE ANTI TIPPERS Adjusting The Anti tippers FIGURE 3 NOTE A 1 1 2 to 2 inch clearance between the bottom of the anti tipper wheels and the ground floor MUST be maintained at all times 1 Place wheelchair on a flat level surface 2 Press the release buttons near the wheeled portion of the anti tipper and slide it up or down to achieve the 1 1 2 to 2 inch clearance FIGURE 3 3 Check to make sure that the release buttons are fully engaged in adjustment holes and ensure both anti tippers are adjusted to the same height Check to make sure that a 1 1 2 to 2 inch clearance between the bottom of the anti tipper wheels and the ground floor has been achieved BEFORE using the wheelchair Repeat STEPS 1 3 untill 1 1 2 2 inch clearance is achieved a 2 Qe C Ox Release Buttons CH 1 1 2 to 2 inch Clearance FIG URE 3 ADJ USING THEANT TPPERS A N T P P R 5 N T P P E R S PROCEDURE 7 WHEEL LOCK USTMENT FIGURE 4 NOTE Before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock assemblies ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended psi on the side wall of tire 1 Loosen the bolt and locknut that secure the wheel lock assembly to the wheelchair frame Adjust the position of wheel lock until the mea surement between the rear wheel and the wheel lock shoe is between 5 3
6. Remove the screws and washers that secure the existing back upholstery to the back canes 2 Position new back upholstery on back canes as cure the insert tube to the lower wheelchair frame 18 3 Remove the inserts from the rear of the wheelchair 4 Remove the hex screw and locknut that secure the two 2 existing crossbraces together Crossbrace 4 Wheelchair FIGURE 4 REMOVING LOWER MOUNTING HARDV ARE Removing Upper Mounting Hardware 1 Perform one 1 of the following ALL PERMANENT ARM WHEELCHAIRS FIGURE 5 a While pushing down on the rear seat guide pull up the front seat guide until the front seat guide releases from the wheelchair frame b Pullthe crossbrace away from the rear seat guide Repeat STEPS a b for opposite crossbrace d Reverse STEPS a c to assemble the upper mounting hardware e Reverse STEPS 1 5 in REMOVING LOWER MOUNTING HARDWARE in this section of the manual to reassemble the wheelchair Rear Seat Guide r l Crossbrace p wo Front Seat Guide RGURE 5 ALLPERMANENTARM WHEH CHAIRS ALL REMOVABLE ARM WHEELCHAIRS EXPECT TRACER IV FIGURE 6 a Pulluponthe crossbrace until the front seat guide is removed from the wheelchair b Removethe two 2 spacers and front seat guide from the crossbrace 19 PROCEDURE 3 c Pullthe crossbrace away from the rear seat guide NOTE Seat guide will remain attached to bac
7. release levers on the back canes UPHOLSTERY FIGURE 3 2 Pull back on the handles to the desired position 1 Remove the eight 8 screws that secure the exist ing seat upholstery to the crossbraces Unfolding 2 Remove the existing seat upholstery from the crossbraces WARNING Make sure the release levers are securely 3 Install the new seat upholstery by reversing STEPS 1 2 locked in place BEFORE using the wheelchair Bere 1 Pull up on the two 2 back canes until the release levers lock in place NOTE There will be an audible click 2 Pull on the handles to make sure the back is locked E in place T E i6 Upholstery ug FIGURE 3 REPLACING THE SEATUPHOLSTERY USTING SEAT WIDTH 4 Release Lever ECC WARNING Adjusting the seat width of the wheelchair MUST x be perfomed ay an authorized Invacare dealer K N Handle Back Cane 1 E orqualified technician FIGURE 1 FOLD DOWN BACK TRACER Removing Lower Mounting Hardware TRANSPORT ONLY FIGURE 4 1 Remove the existing back and seat upholstery from REPLACING THE BACK the wheelchair Refer to REPLACING THE BACK UPHOLSTERY FIGURE 2 UPHOLSTERY and REPLACING THE SEAT UP HOLSTERY in this section of the manual NOTE If adjusting the seat width of the wheelchair back and seat upholstery as wellas the crossbraces MUST be replaced shown in FIGURE 2 2 Remove the four 4 screws and locknuts that se 1
8. wheelchair 2 Install the hinge plates on the footrest onto the hinge pins on the wheelchair frame 3 Push the footrest towards the inside of the wheel chair until it locks into place NOTE The footplate will be on the inside of the wheel chair when locked in place 4 Repeatthis procedure for the other footrest assembly 5 To release the footrest push the footrest release le ver inward rotate footrest outward Hinge Plate Footrest Release Lever Hinge Pins Swingaway Footrest ae FIG URE 1 9 FOOTREST ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION 15 PROCEDURE 1 SVWANGAWAY FOOTREST HEIGHT ADJ USTMENT FIGURE 2 NOTE Release the footrest locking mechanism and lift the footrest off of the hinge pins Lay the assembly on a flat surface to simplify this procedure Remove impact guards and or calf strap if necessary 2 Loosen but do not remove the bolt and locknut that secure the lower footrest assembly to the upper foot rest support 3 Reposition the lower footrest assembly to the desired height Securely tighten the bolt and locknut 5 Repeat this procedure for the other footrest if neces sary 6 Replace impact guards and or calf strap if necessary Upper Bolt and Footrest Locknut Lower Support Footrest Assembly FIGURE 2 SMNGAWAY FOO TRESTHEIGHT ADJ USIMENT HEEL LOOP REPLACEMENT FIGURE 3 NOTE Heel loops are not available on Invacare MG wheelchairs 1 Loo
9. wheelchair in a moving vehicle ofany type Invacare s position that users of wheelc hairs should be transfened into appropriate seating in ve hiclesfortransportation and use be made ofthe restraints made available by the auto industry Invac are cannotand does notrecommend any wheelchairtransportation systems ASREGARDSRESIRAINTS SEATPOSITIONING SIRAPS ITIS THE OBLIGATION OF THE DME DEALER THERA PISISAND OTHERHEALIHCARE PROFESSIONALS TO DETERMINEIFA SEATPOSITIONING SIRAPIS REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENTBY THE USER SERIOUS INJ URY CAN OCCURIN THE EVENTOF A FALLFROM A WHEH CHAIR SAFETY SUMMARY SAFETY SUMMARY WARNING determine and establish your partic ular safety limits practice bending reaching and transfer ring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified health professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair DO NOTattemptto reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat DO NOTatiemptto reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees DO NOTlean overthe top ofthe back upholstery to reach objects from behind as this may cause the wheelchairto tip over DO NOTshift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the wheel chairmay tip over DO NOTtiltthe wheelchair without assistance DO NOTuse an escalatorto move a wheelchairbetween floors Serious bodily injury may occur DO N
10. 2 and 5 16 inches Securely tighten the bolt and locknut Engage wheel lock and push against the wheel chair and determine if wheel lock engages the wheel lock shoe enough to hold the wheelchair Repeat the above procedures until the wheel lock holds the wheelchair Repeat STEPS 1 5 for the opposite wheel lock 24 ANTI TIPPERS WHEEL LOCKS Bolt and Locknut LA Wheel Lock Handle Wheel Lock C BA Shoe i 5 32 and 5 16 inches FIGURE 4 WHEEL LOCK ADJ USTMENT OPTIONS This Procedure Includes the Following Installing the Amputee Attachment Installing Fixed Height I V Rod Installing the Carrying Pocket Installing the Seat Positioning Strap Installing Adjusting the Front Anti Tippers Installing the Anti Theft Device After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure allatiaching hardware istightened sec urely otherwise injury ordam age may result INSTALLING THE AMPUTEE ATTACHMENT FIGURE 1 1 Remove the end cap or anti tipper from the end of the wheelchair 2 Slide the amputee attachment over the step tube of the wheelchair 3 Secure the amputee attachment to the wheelchair with the hew screw spacer and locknut 4 Reinstall the end cap or anti tipper onto the end of the wheelchair 5 Repeat STEPS 1 4 for the opposite side of the wheelchair 6 Reposition the rear wheels Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 4 of thi
11. Caster Tire Tube a straight downward position Adjusting Front Forks Replacing Front Casters d Adjust locknuts according to freedom of caster swing 3 Test wheelchair for maneuverability 4 Readjust locknuts if necessary and repeat STEPS 2 3 until correct 5 Snap dust cover over the locknut and stem AfterANY adjustments repairorservice and BEFORE use make sure allatiaching hardware istighiened securely otherwise injury ordamage may result INSTALLING REPLACING SIX OR REPLACING REPAIRING FRONT EIGHT INCH FRONT CASTERS AND FORKS FIGURE 1 CASTER TIRE TUBE R N T ie 5 T E R 5 1 Remove the caster from the fork Refer to REPLAC ING FRONT CASTERS in this section ofthe manual Replacement of front caster tire or tube MUST be performed by an authorized Invacare dealer or qualified technician 2 Remove the dust cover Remove the locknut and nylon washer that secure the fork to the caster headtube 4 Drop the fork out of the caster headtube pede ane ce ee 5 Slide the new fork into the caster headtube and re and should be replaced assemble by reversing STEPS 1 4 6 Adjust the forks Refer to ADJUSTING FORKS in this section of the manual REPLACING FRONT CASTERS 7 Repeat STEPS 1 or V pelo fork if necessary FIGURE 2 1 Remove the hex screw washers and locknut that 8 UBIQUE secure the front caster to the fork Locknut NOTE Wash
12. HMENT iain aa tni con nn enn hne Ek RH e co p ku cessemesdeneagscleieteetts 25 INSTALLING FIXED HEIGHT I V ROD 2 5 25 INSTALLING THE CARRYING POCKET issues 25 INSTALLING THE SEAT POSITIONING 5 26 INSTALLING ADJUSTING THE FRONT ANTHTIPPERS 26 T A L E 0 F 0 N T E N T S 5 ie L N 0 T E S SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES WARNING CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards orunsafe practices which could resultin personal injury or property damage NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENTIS SUBJ ECT TO CHANGE WTHOUT NOTICE USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meetmany needs ofthe end user However final selection ofthe type of wheelc be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his her healthcare professional capable of making such a selection WHER CHAIR TIE DOWN RESIRAINTS AND SEATPOSITIONING SIRAPS Invacare recommendsthatwheelc hairusersNOTbe transported in vehiclesofany kind while in wheel chairs As of this date the Department of Fansportation has not approved any tie down systems for transportation ofa user while in a
13. Locknut ox Lower T Footrest Assembly FIGURE 4 ELEVATING LEGRESTINSIALLATION 16 FRONT RIGGINGS 6 To release the legrest 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 ADJ USTING THE ELEVATING LEGREST ASSEMBLY FIGURE 5 NOTE Adjustments to Articulating Legrests and Fixed Front End Legrests are performed in the same fasion as the elevating legrest 1 To adjust the elevating legrest raise legs until the desired height is obtained 2 To reposition legrest to normal position support leg with one 1 hand and push release lever downward with other hand 3 Toadjustthe calfpad turn pad towards the outside of the wheelchair 4 Slidethe calfpad up or down until the desired position is obtained 5 To secure the calfpad tum the calfpad towards the inside of the wheelchair Release Lever Calfpad Rotated for Height Adjustment Calfpad FIG URE 5 ADJ USTING THE ELEVATING LEGREST ASSEMBLY ARMS PROCEDURE 2 This Procedure Includes the Following Removing or Replacing Standard Armrest Adjusting Armrest Height Adjustable Height Arms Only Using or Replacing Flip Back Armrest After ANY adjustments repairorservice and BE FORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury ordamage may result Make sure the armrestis
14. OT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks WHEEL LOCKS ARE BRAKES Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance Tum both casters toward the object you are transferring onto When transfening to and the wheelchair ALWAYS ENGAGE BOTH WHEEL LOCKS DO NOToperate on roads streets or highways DO NOTclimb go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9 DO NOTatiemptto move up or down an incline with a water ice or oil film DO NOTatiemptto ride overcurbs orobstacles Doing so may cause your wheelc hairto tip over and cause bodily ham or damage to the wheelchair DO NOTuse accessories oradapters other than those authorized by Invacare DO NOTovertighten hardware attaching to the frame This could cause damage to the frame tubing Keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury DO NOTattemptto lift the wheelchair by any removable detachable parts Lifting by means of any removable detachable parts of a wheelchair may resultin injury to the useror damage to the wheelchair DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair Ant tippers MUST BE attached at all times Inasmuch as the anti tippers are an option on this wheelchair You may order with or without the anti tippers Invacare strongly recommends or dering the anti tippers as an additional safeguard forthe wheelchair user When changing the seat to floor he
15. Owner s Operator And Maintenance Manual TRACER EX TRACER IV HEAVY DUTY EXTRAWIDE TRACER TRANSPORT INVACARE MG DEALER THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THEWHEELCHAIR USER BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 202 2 20 5 WARNING DO NOTOPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT ARST READING AND UNDERSIANDING THIS MANUAL IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSIAND THE WARNING S CAUTIONS AND INSIRUC TIONS CONTACTA HEALIHCARE PROFESSIONAL DEALER OR TEC HNICAL PERSONNEL IF APPLICABLE BEFORE ATIEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT O THERMSE URY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE The information in this owner s manual applies to the TRACER EX TRACER IV TRACER TRANSPORT and the INVACARE MG wheelchairs except where specified SPECIAL NOTES SAFETY SUMMARY SAFETY HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE 1 FRONT RIGGINGS SWINGAWAY FOOTREST ASSEMBLY 5 15 SWINGAWAY FOOTREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 15 HEEL LOOP REPLACEMENT 2 15 ELEVATING LEGREST ASSEMBLY 5 16 ADJUSTING THE ELEVATING LEGREST 5 16 PROCEDURE 2 ARMS REMOVING OR REPLACING STANDARD ARMREST
16. RONT CASTERS amp FORKS in PROCEDURE 5 TRACER EX ONLY FIGURE 1 of this manual 5 Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair Refer s to REMOVING INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS When changing the seat to floor height you in PROCEDURE 4 of this manual must adjustthe anti tippers accordingly D E A L E R A D J U S T M E N T S 6 Adjustanti tippers as necessary Refer to ADJUSTIING NOTE Invacare recommends that the following proce THE ANTETIPPERSin PROCEDURE 7 ofthis manual dure be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified technician TRACER EX FRAME Seat to Floor Front Caster Front Caster Rear Wheel Height Size Mounting Size In Inches Position 21 N A 24 inch 21 Bottom 24 inch 20 Middle 22 inch 19 Top 20 inch NOTE 6 inch and 8 inch casters require different forks 8 INCH FORK 6 INCH FORK MOUNTING POSITION MOUNTING POSITIONS x pe VO Top i 2 Sew FIGURE 1 CHANGING SEAFTO0 FLOORHSGHT TRACEREX ONLY 22 ANTI TIPPERS WHEEL LOCKS This Procedure Includes the Following Installing Adjusting Anti Tippers Wheel Lock Adjustment After ANY adjustments repairorservice and BE FORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury ordamage may result INSTALLING ADJ USTING THE ANTI TIPPERS Inasmuch as the anti tippers are an option on this wheelc hair You may orderwith or without the anti tippe
17. S CONTAINED HEREIN INVACARE SHALL LIABLE FORANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER THIS WARRANTY SHALL EXTENDED TO COMPLY WIH SINE PROVINCIALLAWS AND REQUIREMENTS Invacare Corporation www invacare com USA One Invacare Way Invacare is a registered trademark of Invacare Corporation Elyria Ohio USA 1999 Invacare 44036 2125 800 333 6900 Form No 96 147 Part No 1063854 Rev I 8 00
18. d will vary depending on how wheelchair is equipped 12 SAFETY INSPECTION CHECK LIST SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST NOTE Every six 6 months take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer 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 wheelchair must be cared for just like any other vehicle Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair Initial adjustments should be made to suit personal body structure preference Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures INITIALLY INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT ADJUST ADJUST ADJUST WEEKLY MONTHLY PERIODICALLY GENERAL Wheelchair rolls straight no excessive drag or pull to one side SEAT AND BACK PROCEDURE 3 Inspectfor rips or sagging Inspect for loose or broken hardware REAR WHEELS PROCEDURE 4 No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun HANDRIMS PROCEDURE 4 Inspectfor signs of rough edges or peeling SPOKES Inspect for broken spokes FRONT CASTER PROCEDURE 5 Inspect wheel fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster caster should come to a gradual stop locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked perio
19. dically for cracks and wear and should be replaced TIRES Inspect for flat spots and wear f pneumatic tires check for proper inflation CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced WHEEL LOCKS PROCEDURE 7 Donotinterfere with tires when rolling Pivot points free of wear and looseness Wheel locks easy to engage CLEANING Clean upholstery and armrests 13 X mm o 5 T 0 N R 0 U L E 5 H 0 0 T 2 gt 2 2 gt 2 TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING CHAIR VEERS SLUGGISH TURN CASTERS SQUEAKSAND LOOSENESS CHAIR3 SOLUTIONS LEFT RIGHT PERFORMANCE FLUTTER RATTLES INCHAIR WHEELS If pneumatic check tires for cor rect and equal pressure Check for loose stem nuts bolts Check that both casters contact ground at the same time MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attach ing hardware is tightened securely oth erwise injury or damage may result DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame This could cause damage to the frame tubing SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 1 Before using your Tracer Series wheelchair make sure all nuts and bolts are tight Check all parts for damage or wear and replac
20. e 4 Install the new handrim by reversing STEP 1 3 istightened securely otherwise injury ordam Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel if age may result ER necessary Button REMOVING INSTALLING THE REAR iid WHEELS FIGURE 1 1 Remove the dust cap hex screw and locknut that secure the rear wheel and axle spacer to the wheel chair i Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite rear wheel 3 To reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair Handrim reverse STEPS 1 2 NOTE Make sure axle spacer is between rear wheel RGURE 2 REPLACING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM and wheelchair frame Locknut Axle Mounting Hole J REPLACING REPAIRING REAR WHEEL TIRE TUBE Replacement of rear wheel tire or tube MUST be performed by an authorized Invacare dealer or qualified technician Hex Screw Aswith any vehicle wheelsand tires should be checked periodically forc rac ks and wear Locknut and should be replaced TRANSPORT Rear Wheel Axle Mounting Hex Screw Hole Axle Spacer FIG URE 1 RAMOVING INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS 20 FRONT CASTERS PROCEDURE 5 This Procedure Includes the Following a Tip back the wheelchair to floor Installing Replacing Six or Eight inch Front b Pivot both forks and casters to top of their arc Casters and Forks simultaneously C Letcasters drop to bottom of arc wheels should swing once to one side then immediately rest in Replacing Repairing Front
21. e Check all parts for proper adjustment 14 DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure p s i DO NOT overinflate the tires Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm If tires are pneumatic recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced when necessary by your authorized dealer or by a qualified technician Periodically check handrims to ensure they are se curely attachedto the rear wheels Referto REPLAC ING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM in PROCEDURE 4 of this manual Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual Periodically check front caster and rear wheel hubs to make sure they are clean Check Upholstery for sagging rips or tears FRONT RIGGINGS This Procedure includes the following Swingaway Footrest Assembly Installation Swingaway Footrest Height Adjustment Heel Loop Replacement Elevating Legrest Assembly Installation Adjusting the Elevating Legrest Assembly After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all atiac hing hardware istightened sec urely otherwise injury ordam age may result SVANGAWAY FOOTREST ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION FIGURE 1 1 Turn the footrest to the side open footplate is per pendicular to
22. e otherwise damage to the wheekc hair frame may occur Back 1 Remove the locknuts and the lug bolts from the anti Upholstery pang Back tipper bracket clamps Screw Cane Upholstery 2 Position the anti tipper bracket clamp over the wheel chair frame behind the front caster as shown in FIG URE 5 i NOTE Position the anti tipper arm on the outside of the wheelchair as shown in FIGURE 5 3 Squeeze bracket clamps together and insert the bolts 4 Install the locknuts onto the lug bolts Tighten se curely 5 RepeatSTEPS 1 4 on the opposite side of the wheel chair for the remaining anti tipper Measure from the floor to the bottom of the wheels of the triangular assembly Perform one 1 of the following TRIANGULAR ASSEMBLY 3 4 INCH FROM FLOOR Repeat STEPS 1 2 for the opposite trian gular assembly TRIANGULAR ASSEMBLY NOT 3 4 INCH FROM FLOOR Adjust the height of the triangular assem blies Refer to ADJUSTING FRONT ANTI TIPPERS in this section of the manual 6 Seat Positioning Strap FIGURE 4 INSTALLING THE SEAT POSTIONING SIRAP z INSTALLING ADJ USTING THE FRONT ANTI TIPPERS FIGURE 5 Front anti tippers are safe convenient way to help prevent the wheelchair from tipping forward The anti tipper triangle is always in the downward position when pivoted it will swing to clear obstructions 26 OPTIONS Adjusting Front Anti tippers 1 Measure from the floor to the bottom of the wh
23. e arm socket 5 Ensure armrest is securely locked into arm socket and snap button locks into place BEFORE using Replacing 1 Perform STEPS 1 2 above to flip the armrest back 2 Remove bolt washer spacer and locknut securing armrest to wheelchair frame 3 Remove armrest from frame 4 Position new insert into new rear armrest tube align bracket new washer new spacer and new armrest rear tube as shown in FIGURE 3 NOTE Ensure the spacer sits flush against the armrest 6 Install nut onto bolt Torque to 55 60in Ibs Armrest Front I T CX Tube L Afmrest Release Button Armrest A Arm Socket Rear Tube E Mounting Bracket Washer FIGURE 3 USING REPLACING ARMREST ing the mounting holes 17 AOPU UZz PROCEDURE 3 SEAT AND BACK This Procedure Includes the Following 3 Securely tighten the new back upholstery to the back canes with the screws and washers Fold Down Back Tracer Transport Only Back Upholst ack Upholstery Replacing Back Upholstery Replacing the Seat Upholstery Washers Adjusting Seat Width d AfterANY adjustments repairorservice and BEFORE p f M use make allatiaching hardware istighiened id eT 7 securely otherwise injury ordamage may result Bee gt lt Washers FOLD DOWN BACK TRACER FIGURE 2 REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY TRANSPORT ONLY FIGURE 1 Folding REPLACING THE SEAT 1 Liftuponthe two 2
24. eels of the triangular assembly 2 Perform one 1 of the following TRIANGULAR ASSEMBLY 3 4 INCH FROM FLOOR Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite triangular assembly TRIANGULAR ASSEMBLY NOT 3 4 INCH FROM FLOOR Proceed to STEP 3 3 Remove the machine screw washers and locknut securing the triangular assembly to the bottom of the anti tipper arm 4 Position the triangular assembly mounting hole to align with one 1 of the adjustment holes in the anti tipper arm 5 Measure from the floor to the bottom of the wheels of the triangular assembly INSIALLING Lug Bolts Front Caster Attaches Here Bracket Clamps not shown for 21 d clarity Locknuts NN Triangular Assembly 6 N NOTE Right side Front Anti Tipper pictured PROCEDURE 8 6 Repeat STEPS 4 5 until the bottom of the wheels of the triangular assembly measure approximately 3 4 inch from the floor 7 Secure the triangular assembly to the bottom of the anti tipper arm with the machine screw washers and locknut DO NOTovertighten the locknutsecuring the ti angular assembly to the bottom of the anti p peram Otherwise ant tipperam will notswing freely and the wheekc hairmay tip over resulting in injury ordamage 8 Tighten the locknut until the triangular assembly does not rattle but swings freely at the end of the anti tipper arm 9 Repeat STEPS 1 2 for the opposite t
25. ers are used on TRACER IV wheelchairs only Caster pn 2 Install the new front caster onto the wheelchair b Headtube T gt Nylon reversing STEP 1 V Washer Repeat STEPS 1 2 for the opposite front caster if Front Caster and Fork 8 inch Fork TU a Locknut Hex Screw p AGURE 1 INSALUNG REPLACING SIX OR B3 p uu HGHFINCH FRONTCASIERS AND FORKS go s 227 Washer ADJ USTING FORKS FIGURE 1 Front Caster 1 Remove the dust cover mE 2 To properly tighten caster journal system and guard against flutter perform the following check Washer FIGURE 2 REPLACING FRONTCASIERS 21 PROCEDURE 6 SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHTS 1 Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair Refer ibis includes ine to REMOVING INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS 2 Remove the front casters from the wheelchair Re fer to INSTALLING REPLACING SIX OR EIGHT After ANY adjustments repairorservice and BE INCH FRONT CASTERS amp FORKS in PROCE FORE use make sure attaching hardware is DURE 5 of this manual tightened sec urely otherwise injury ordamage 3 Refer to the charts of front caster fork and rear wheel may result sizes to determine mounting positions for obtain NOTE Tracer IV Tracer Transport and Invacare MG able seat to fioor heights in FIGURE 1 Seat to floor height not adjustable 4 Reinstallthe front casters onto the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REPLACING SIX OR EIGHT INCH CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT F
26. ests or legrests These must NEVER be used for hand held 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 ex perienced assistant help you before attempting it alone PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION DO NOTatiemptt reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floorby reaching down between yourknees 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 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 5 T Y amp H A N D L l N 5 T Y amp H A N D L SAFETY HANDLING CENTER OF GRAVITY Example 46 54 103 Ibs 130 Ibs UNOCCUPIED OCCUPIED FUNCTIONAL REACH FROM A WHEELCHAIR The approximate reach limit values shown in the ac companying graph were derived o
27. ight you must adjustthe anti tippers accordingly DO NOTuse the footplate as a platform when getting in or out of the wheelchair AIMAYS wearyour SEATPOSITIONING SIRAP Inasmuch as the SEATPOSITIONING SIRAPisan option on this wheekc hair You may orderwith orwithoutthe SEATPOSITIONING SIRAP Invacare strongly recom mends ordering SEATPOSITIONING SIRAP as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user lt gt r ZCO amm p o 5 T Y 5 U M M A R Y SAFETY SUMMARY SAFETY SUMMARY TIRE PRESSURE DO NOTuse your wheelchair unless it has the propertire pressure p s i DO NOToverinflate the tires Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm Replacement of a pneumatic tire or tube MUSTbe performed by an authorized Invacare Dealer or Qualified Technician WEIGHT TRAINING Invacare DOES NOTrecommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight taining apparatus In vacare wheelchairs have NOTbeen designed ortested asa seat forany kind of weight taining Ifoccupantuses said wheelchairas a weight taining apparatus INVAC ARE SHALL NOTBE LIABLE FOR BODILY URY AND THE WARRANTY WILL BE VOID The TRACER EX TRACER TRANSPORT and INVACARE MG wheelchairs have a weight limitation of 250 Ibs The TRAC ER IV EXTRA WIDE wheelchair has a weight limitation of 350 Ibs The TRACER IV HEAVY DUTY has a weight limitation of 450 Ibs with the heavy duty option
28. k tube d Repeat STEPS a c for opposite crossbrace e Reverse STEPS a d to assemble the upper mounting hardware f Reverse STEPS 1 5 in REMOVING LOWER MOUNTING HARDWARE in this section of the manual to reassemble the wheelchair Rear Seat Guide S d 55 A Crossbrace LY Front Seat Guide FIGURE 6 ALLREMOVABLE ARM WHEELCHAIRS TRACER IV FIGURE 7 a Pull up on the crossbrace until the front and rear seat guides are removed from the wheelchair b Remove the end cap two 2 seat guides and spacer from the crossbrace c Repeat STEPS a b for opposite crossbrace d Reverse STEPS a c to assemble the upper mounting hardware e Reverse STEPS 1 5 in REMOVING LOWER MOUNTING HARDWARE in this section of the manual to reassemble the wheelchair End Cap Rear Seat Guide Sa 9 Spacer Crossbrace Front Seat Guide FIGURE 7 TRACERIV 5 T N D B ie K JA mz PROCEDURE 4 REAR WHEELS This Procedure Includes the Following REPLACING REAR WHEEL Removing Installing the Rear Wheels HANDRIM FIGURE 2 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim 1 Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair Replacing Repairing Rear Wheel Tire Tube 2 Remove the button screws and washers that se cure the handrim to the rear wheel After ANY adjustments repair or service and 3 Remove the existing handrim BEFORE use make sure allatiaching hardwar
29. limited such repairand orreplacement For warranty service please contact the dealer fiom whom you purchased your Invacare product In the eventyou do satisfactory warranty service please write directly to Invacare atthe addiessatthe bottom ofthe back cover Provide dealer s name addiess the product model number date of purchase indicate nature of the defectand ifthe productis serialized indicate the serial number Do notretum piod ourfactory without our priorc onsent LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALLNOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED PROD EXPRESS WRITIEN CONSENTINCLUDING BUTNOTLIMITED TO MODIAC ATION THROUG HTHE USEOFUNAUTHO RIZED PARTS OR ATACHMENTS PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONE WITHOUTTIHE CONSENTOF INVACARE ORTO A PRODUCTDAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARES CONTROL AND SUCH EVALUATION WALL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE THE WARRANTY SHALL NOTAPPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE THESE INSIRUC TONS THEFOREGOING WARRANTY ISEXC LUSIVEANDIN LIEUOFALLO IHEREXPRESSWARRANTIES IMPLIED WARRAN TES IFANY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTESOF MERCHANTABILITY AND PARIICULARPUR POSE SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN AND THE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRO DUCTPURSUANT TO THE TERM
30. motion until the bal ance point is achieved and the front casters clear the curb At this point the assistant will feel a difference in the weight distribution When lowering the front casters of the wheel chair DO NOTletthe wheekc hair drop the last few inc hesto the ground This could resultin in jury to the occupant and or damage to the wheelc hair Step Tube METHOD 1 WHEH CHAIR WITH STEP TUBE Roll the wheelchair forward and slowly lower the front of the wheelchair in one continuous movement onto the sidewalk Do not let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground This could result in injury to the occupant Push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb SAFETY HANDLING Tipping Curbs Method 1 Wheelchair Without Step Tubes This method requires two 2 assistants The second assistant should be positioned at the front of the wheel chair lifting upward on a non removable non detach able part of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is being lowered to the ground The first assistant should stand on the sidewalk and turn the wheelchair so that the rear wheels are against the curb Turn the anti tippers so the anti tip wheels are pointing up The wheelchair should be tilted back to the balance point and in one continuous upward movement the rear wheels should be pulled up and over the curb DO NOT return the fr
31. n the basis of a sample of 91 male and 36 female wheelchair users Note the difference between the maximum and the comfortable reach limits a subjective but important consideration in design FORWARD REACH ADULT INCHES REACHING LEANING AND BENDING FORWARD Position the front casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and engage wheel locks DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REACH OBJECTS IF YOU HAVE TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE SEAT OR PICK THEM UP FROM THE FLOOR BY REACHING DOWN BETWEEN YOUR KNEES DO NOTlean over the top of the back uphol stery This will change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip over Position wheelchair as close as possible to the de sired 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 TIPPING WARNING DO NOTtip the wheelc hairwithout assistance When tipping the wheelchair an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non removable non detachable part Inform the wheelchair occupant be fore tipping the wheelchair and remind him her to lean back Be sure the occupant s feet and hands are clear of all wheels After mastering the techniques of tipping the wheel chair use one 1 of the following methods to tackle curbs short stairs etc Tipping Curbs Method 1 Wheelchair With Step Tubes Apply a continuous downward
32. ndard Navy Blue Blue Topaz or Claret Naughahyde and Navy Textilene 26 Ibs 31 Ibs INVACARE MG 16 1 2 and 18 inches 16 inches 23 1 4 and 24 3 4 inches 24 1 2 and 26 inches 32 1 2 inches 21 inches Fixed 16 inches Permanent or Remov able Fixed Height Desk Full Length Hook Elevating Legrest Swingaway Foot rest and Elevating Legrest Permanent 24 inch Composite Ure thane Tire Composite Push to Lock 8x 1 inch Solid Rubber Dark Grey Silver Blue Vinyl 35 lbs 36 1 2 lbs for Fixed Front End 38 lbs 44 1 2 Ibs 46 Ibs for Fixed Front End 47 1 2 Ibs TRACER EX 16 1 2 18 and 20 inches 16 inches 23 1 4 and 24 3 4 inches 24 1 2 26 and 28 inches 32 1 2 inches 21 inches Fixed 16 inches Permanent Fixed Desk Full Length Swingaway Footrest Elevating Legrest Padded Elevating Legrest Permanent 20 22 24 inch Compos ite Urethane Pneumatic or Pneumatic Flat Free In sert 24 inch Composite Urethane Standard Composite Standard Chrome or Aluminum Push to Lock 8 x1 inch Solid Rubber Dark Grey Standard 8 xl inch Solid Rubber Light Grey 8 x1 1 4inch Pneumatic or Pneumatic Flat Free 8x1 3 4 inch Semi Pneumatic 8x2 inch Pnumatic 6x1 inch Urethane Light Grey or Dark Grey Midnight Blue Stan dard Ruby 44 1 2 Ibs 47 1 2 Ibs Weights based on 18 inch wide chair without front rigging All weights are approximate an
33. ont casters to the ground until the wheelchair has been pulled backward far enough for the front casters to clear the edge of the curb When lowering the front casters of the wheel chair DO NOTletthe wheelchair drop the last few inchestp the ground This could resultin in jury to the occupant and or damage the wheelchair Roll the wheelchair backward and SLOWLY lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground This could result in injury to the occupant METHOD 2 WHEH CHAIR WTHOUT SIEP TUBE S A T Y amp H A N D L 5 T Y amp H A N D L SAFETY HANDLING STAIRWAYS AIMAYSwearyourseatpositioning strap Inasmuch asthe SEATPOSIIIONING SIRAPisanoptiononthis wheelchair Youmay orderwith orwithoutthe Seat Positioning Srap Invacare strongly recommends ordering the SeatPositioning Srap asanadditional safeguard forthe wheelc hairuser Do not attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on any removable detachable parts Lifting by means of any removable detachable partsofa wheelc hairmay resultin injury to the user or damage to the wheelc hair Extreme caution is advised when it is neces sary move an occupied wheelchair up or down the stairs Invacare recommends using two 2 assistantsand making thorough prepa rations Make sure to use ONLY secure non detachable parts for hand held suppo
34. ration of your wheelchair you must at all times maintain proper balance Your wheel chair has been designed to remain upright and stable dur ing normal daily activities as long as you do not move be yond the center of gravity Virtually all activities which involve movement in the wheel chair have an effect on the center of gravity Invacare rec ommends 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 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 main tain stability and balance A NOTE TO WHEELCHAIR ASSISTANTS When assistance to the wheelchair user is required re member to use good body mechanics Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenevertipping the wheel chair or traversing curbs or other impediments DO NOTatiemptto liftthe wheelchair by any e movable detachable parts by means of any removable detachable partsofa wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair Also be aware of detachable parts such as armr
35. riangular as sembly ADJ USIING A P Anti Tipper Arm 5 Washer Machine Adjustment vue Holes EF Locknut 6 S 1 Triangular is Assembly 3 4 inch FLOOR FIGURE 5 INSIALLING ADJ USTING THE FRONTANTE TIPPERS 27 LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFIED TO COMPLY WIH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER 4 1975 This waranty isextended only to the original purc haser userof our products gives you specific legal rightsand you may abo have otherlegal rights which vary fiom sate to Slate With regard 0 the original puchaser user only Invacare warrants side frames and crossbraces tp be fiom defects in materials and workmanship fora period of Tracer Transport Invacare MG 3 Years 5 Years fiom date of purchase Upholstered materials seat back and armrests ofthe arm assembly are warranted ip be fiee of defectsin material and workmanship fora period of fifteen 15 months remaining compo nents for one 1 year fiom date of purchase except ties wheels If within such wananty period any such product shall be pioven tp be defective such productshall be repaired orreplaced at Invacare s option Thiswananty doesnotinclude any labororshipping chaigesinc uned inreplacementpartinsiallation onepai of any such product Invacare s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be
36. rs Invacare strongly recom mends ordering the anti tippers as addi tional safeguard forthe wheelc hair user Anti tippers MUSTbe fully engaged Ensure that the release butipn of the anti tipper fully pro trudes out of the hole on the bottom of the wheelchair frame Ensure both ant tippers are adjusted to the same height InstallingtheAnti tippers FIGURES 1 and 2 NOTE To ensure the correct model anti tioper is used refer to FIGURE 1 Measurements for anti tippers are approxi mate andare taken with extension tube in TOP hole position NOTE Anti Tipprs are not available on the Tracer Trans port wheelchair Length Anti tipper Model EX with 24 and 22 inch rear wheels and the Invacare MG 12 inches EX with 20 inch rear wheels 11 1 4 inches 8 3 8 inches non adjustable Tracer IV a Top Position Anti tipper Length AGURE 1 ANTI TIPPER LENGTH 23 PROCEDURE 7 1 Depress the release buttons and insert the anti tip pers with the anti tipper wheels pointing toward the ground floor into the wheelchair frame tubing as shown in FIGURE 2 2 Ensure that the release button of the anti tipper fully protrudes out of the hole in the bottom of the wheel chair frame tubing 3 Adjust anti tippers as necessary Refer to ADJUST ING THE ANTI TIPPERS in this section of the manual Anti tipper gt Release Buttons x Wheelchair Frame P d T FIGURE
37. rts Follow this procedure for moving the wheelchair be tween floors when an elevator is NOT available 1 2 After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point one assistant in the rear backs the wheelchair up against the first step while se curely grasping a non removable non detach able part of the wheelchair for leverage The second assistant with a firm hold on a non detachable part of the framework lifts the wheel chair up and over the stair and steadies the wheel chair as the first assistant places one 1 foot on the next stair and repeats STEP 1 The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been rolled away from the stairway ESCALATORS SORRY DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheel chairbetween floors Serious bodily injury may occur 10 TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER SEATS BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelc hair every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance Tum both casters toward the object you are tansfening onto Also be certain the wheel locks are engaged to help prevent the wheels from moving When transfening position yourselfasfarback as possible in the seat This will help prevent broken screws damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward NOTE This activity may be performed independently provided you have adequate mobility and upper body s
38. s manual Amputee en Attachment End Cap Step Tube FIGURE 1 INSTALLING THE AMPUTEE INSTALLING FIXED HEIGHT ROD FIGURE 2 1 Remove the top two 2 back upholstery screws from the side of the wheelchair that the socket mount was designed 25 PROCEDURE 8 2 Position the socket mount on the wheelchair frame as shown in FIGURE 2 3 Secure the socket mount to the wheelchair frame with the two 2 back upholstery screws LV Rod Back Upholstery Screws Socket Mount FIGURE 2 INSTALLING FIXED HEGHTI V ROD INSTALLING THE CARRYING POCKET FIGURE 3 Determine the height required forthe carrying pocket 2 Removethe two 2 back upholstery screws and two 2 washers that correspond to the desired height 3 Center pouch against back canes determine and mark location for mounting holes on carrying pouch straps 4 Punch holes in straps 5 Fold excess strap ends under mark mounting holes in second thickness of strap and punch mounting holes 6 Fold strap ends under so the upholstery screw can be inserted through two 2 thicknesses of strap 7 Positionthe carrying pocket on the wheelchair frame 8 Secure the carrying pocket to the wheelchair frame with the two 2 washers two 2 back upholstery Screws Upholstery Screws Punched Hole Carrying Pocket Back Upholstery Screws RGURE 3 INSIALLING THE CARRYING POCKET PROCEDURE 8
39. securely locked into the am socket BEFORE using the wheelchair REMOVING OR REPLACING STANDARD ARMREST FIGURE 1 1 Pressin armrest release button located on armrest 2 Pullstraight up to remove armrest from arm sockets 3 Replace armrest by reversing STEPS 1 2 qo Armrest Helease Button CL N Arm Socket 4 Socket FIGURE 1 REMOVING OR REPLACING SIANDARD ARMREST USING OR REPLACING FLIP BACK USTING ARMREST HEIGHT USTABLE HEIGHT ARMS ONLY FIGURE 2 1 Unlock the armrest by flipping the height adjustment lever on the top front of the armrest to the UP HORI ZONTAL position 2 Adjust armrest to desired height NOTE Height adjustment lever MUST be in the unlocked position when placing armrest into the arm assembly 3 Lock the armrest by pressing the height adjustment lever into the DOWN VERTICAL position when the desired armrest height is achieved Height Adjustment Lever Unlocked Horizontal FIGURE 2 ADJ USTNG ARMRESTHHGHT ADJ USABLE HHGHTARMS ONLY 5 Insert the new bolt through the armrest mounting ARMREST FIGURE 3 WARNING DO NOT operate or replace flip back armrest when wheelchairis folded Using 1 Press in armrest release button located on armrest front tube 2 Rotate front of armrest UP and BACK and out of arm socket 3 Reverse STEP 2 to replace armrest to DOWN position 4 Position the front of the armrest into th
40. sen but do not remove the bolt and locknut that secure the lower half of the footrest to the swingaway footrest assembly 2 Remove the lower footrest assembly Remove the phillips screw and locknut that secure the heel loop to the footrest 4 Slide heel loop over cane of the footrest assembly 5 Replace heel loop 6 Reverse STEPS 1 5 to reassemble NOTE When securing the heel loop to the footrest as sembly tighten the phillips screw and locknut until the spacer is secure F R N T R 5 PROCEDURE 1 Phillips Screw Bolt and Locknut Spacer Heel Loop Slide Tube Locknut Footplate FIGURE LOOP REPLACEMENT ELEVATING LEGREST ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION FIGURE 4 1 Place legrest assembly on the outside of the wheel chair and install the hinge plates onto the hinge pins on wheelchair frame FIGURE 4 2 Rotate legrest assembly toward the inside of the wheelchair until it locks in place FIGURE 4 NOTE The footplate will be on the inside of the wheel chair when locked in place 3 Repeat this procedure for other legrest assembly 4 After seated in wheelchair adjust footrest to cor rect height by loosening the locknut and sliding the lower footrest assembly tube up or down until desired height is achieved 5 Tighten locknut securely Qi 55 N Calfpad Hinge Pins N Assembly Hinge wv Footplate Plates Bolt and
41. trength Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side the seat to which you are transferring with the front casters pointing toward it Engage wheel locks Shift body weight into seat with transfer During independent transfer little or no seat platform will be beneath you Use a transfer board if at all possible SAFETY HANDLING FOLDING AND UNFOLDING THE Closing WHEELCHAIR 1 Swing footrest egrest in locked position to the front WARNING of the wheelchair Keep hands and fingers clearof moving parts 2 Pivotfootplates upward to vertical position to avoid injury 3 With both hands grasp the middle of the seat uphol stery at the front and back edge and lift up Opening NOTE If wheelchair is equipped with carry straps the 1 Open the wheelchair by grasping the push handle wheelchair may be closed by pulling up on the straps of the wheelchair closest to you 2 Tilt the wheelchair towards you raising the opposite wheel and caster off the ground floor 3 Push downward on the TOP of the seat rail closest to you where the seat upholstery is attached until the wheelchair is fully open 5 T Y amp H A N D L l N G 4 Engage both wheel locks open the footrest legrest for clearance and transfer into the wheelchair Refer to TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER HAMMOCK ORGIUNG SEAT MODELS SEATS in this section of the manual HAMMOCKORSLING SEAT MODES 11 ozo 2 o0
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search