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Invacare 1061057 Wheelchair User Manual

1. 28 REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY 28 ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT 32 REPLACING THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE BACK CANE 33 CHANGING THE BACK ANGLE 34 REPOSITIONING THE BACK CHANGING SEAT DEPTH 34 REPOSITIONING BACK FOR 2 OR 3 INCH SEAT CUSHION RECLINERS ONLY 35 REPLACING FOLDING PUSH HANDLE RECLINERS ONLY T 36 INSTALLING AND REMOVING A SEATING SYSTEM 36 REPLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY 37 CHANGING REPOSITIONING SEAT RAILS 37 REPOSITIONING THE CROSSBRACES 38 CHANGING SEAT DEPTH eee 62 SEAT DEPTH CHECKLIST 63 BACK SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 12 INCH SEAT DEPTH 64 BACK SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 13 INCH SEAT DEPTH 65 BACK SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 14 INCH SEAT DEPTH 66 BACK SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 15 INCH SEAT DEPTH 67 BACK SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 16 INCH SEAT DEPTH
2. Allegro go l cz E u gt lt T 22 lt SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES WARNING CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITH OUT NOTICE WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs Invacare endeavors to supply wide variety of wheel chairs to meet many needs of the end user However final selection of the type of wheel chair to be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his her healthcare profes sional capable of making such a selection WHEELCHAIR TIE DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT RESTRAINTS Invacare recommends that wheelchair users NOT be transported in vehicles of any kind while 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 om aozrnr om uo is position that users of wheelchairs should 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 trans portation systems AS REGARDS RESTRAINTS SEAT BELTS IT IS THE OBLIGATION OF THE DME DEALER THERAPISTS AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSI
3. Pivot Link e Crossbrace 2 Link Stop ENT IS Hex Bolts and Note orientation of hex Bolt bushing washers Locknuts coved washers and lock Wheelchair nut for installation of new Frame crossbraces Crossbrace WA Lower Crossbrace Saddle Self Tapping Screw and Washer FIGURE 5 CHANGING SEAT WIDTH FOLDING FRAMES WITHOUT SEAT RAILS Rigid Frames FIGURE 6 1 Removethe existing back upholstery from the wheel chair if so equipped Refer to REPLACING BACK Wheelchair UPHOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual 2 Removethe existing seating system from the wheel chair if so equipped Crossmembers NOTE If a seating system is being used on the wheel chair refer to the seating system Owner s Manual for installation and removal 3 Remove the six 6 hex screws and washers that secure the three 3 existing rigid crossmembers to the wheelchair frame 4 Install the new crossmembers onto the wheelchair by reversing STEP 3 Refer to FIGURE 6 for correct hardware orientation 5 Install the new seating system onto the wheelchair NOTE If a seating system is being used on the wheel a chair refer to the seating system Owner s Manualfor Screws Washer installation and removal FIGURE 6 CHANGING SEAT WIDTH RIGID 6 Install the new back upholstery if so equipped onto OURE Gai EE the wheelchair Refer to REPLACING BACK UP
4. 3 Slowly remove the two 2 backs canes from the wheelchair 4 Position the mounting holes in the new back canes with the mounting holes in the back angle plates WARNING The back canes MUST be fastened securely to the seat frame BEFORE using the wheelchair 32 BACK WARNING DO NOT overtighten hex bolts Overtightening hex bolts will prohibit the free movement of the back canes preventing the back canes from locking prop erly 5 Secure the new back canes to the back angle plates with hex bolts and locknuts Torque to 35 inch pounds Refer to FIGURE 12 for correct hardware orientation 6 If necessary reinstall the cantilever arms onto the wheelchair Refer to USING INSTALLING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CORRESPONDING ARM AD JUSTMENT TO BACK ANGLE CANTILEVER ARMS in PROCEDURE 2 of this manual Hex Bolt Back Cane Back Angle Plate Locknut FIGURE 12 ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT FIXED HEIGHT BACKS Recliner Backs FIGURE 13 1 Pressthe push pins on the headrest extension tubes in and remove the headrest extension from the back canes 2 Remove the existing recliner back upholstery from the wheelchair Refer to REPLACING BACK UP HOLSTERY in this section of the manual 3 Remove the phillips bolts and locknuts that secure the existing folding push handle and trigger release levers to the back cane Remove the folding handle from the wheelchair 5 Cut the tie wraps that secure the rec
5. A Turn the folding handle cover towards the Pivot footplates upward to vertical position beri 2 5 With both hands grasp the middle of the seat upholstery at the front and back edge and lift B Slide the cover of the folding over until the up Or tilt the wheelchair to one side and close links of the spreader bar are visible by the push handles 4 With both hands grasp the middle of the seat upholstery at the front and back edge and lift up Or tilt the wheelchair to one side and close by the push handles NOTE If wheelchair is equipped with carry straps the wheelchair may be closed by pulling up on the straps VV SOLID SEAT MODEL WHEELCHAIRS 10 FEATURES FOLDING BACK ANTERIOR OR RECLINE ADJUSTABLE BACK POSTERIOR DIRECTION 20 POSTERIOR TO 10 ANTERIOR RECLINE T CANTILEVER OR DUAL num POINT ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT omauc miHn HEIGHT BACK ARMS T SHOWN GROWABLE WITH MODULAR CROSSBRACES 12 18 INCH SQUARED OFF SEAT DEPTHS TUBING FOR BACK CANES ONE PIECE SIDE FRAMES DEPTH SHORT MEDIUM OR ADJUSTABLE LONG BACK ALL ACTION FRONT RIGGINGS MULTI POSITION EXTENDED MULTI POSITION OR OFFSET AXLE MOUNTING PLATES 20 22 OR 24 INCH REAR WHEELS FOLDING OR RIGID TWO 2 CHOICES OF HEADTUBES 3 5 6 or 8 INCH FRONT CASTERS 11 SPECIFICATIONS PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS Overall Width Overall Depth w o front riggings Frame Depth
6. Adjust Height Sportster Cane No Push Handles 10 14 inch Height Range Fixed Height Anodized Cane w Push Handles 16 17 18 19 or 20 inch Recliner 18 20 or 24 inch 90 to 170 T Standard Cantilever Fixed Height Anodized Cane w Push Handles Only or Conventional Dual Point Adjustable Height Swingaway Footrests and Elevating Legrests Quick Release Quad Release or Permanent Non Recliner Wheelchairs Multi Position Standard Extended Multi Position or Offset Multi Position Recliner Wheelchairs Extended Multi Position 20 22 and 24 inch Composite or Spoke Urethane Pneumatic or Pneumatic with Flat Free Insert Aluminum Plastic Coated and Projection 3 or 5 inch Aluminum or Composite Urethane 6 or 8 inch Composite Urethane Pneumatic or Pneumatic w Flat Free Insert Push To Lock Pull To Lock Wheel Lock Extensions Hill Holder Wet Black Red Super Teal Sunny Yellow Chrome Pink Pearl Metallic Blue Deep Purple Anthracite Metallic Green Cobalt Blue White Lollipop Pink Silver Vein Pas sion Purple Shocking Blue Hot Red Grey Veil Green Veil Dark Purple Gold Veil Black w Twilight Sparkle Black w Red Sparkle Black w Green Sparkle Black w Blue Sparkle Black w Gold Sparkle U240 Nylon Black 27 29 lbs without front riggings 37 39 Ibs NOTE Invacare recommends that rear seat to floor height be AT LEAST 3 8 inch shorter than front seat to floor height Otherwise a forward seat
7. T ARMS FIGURE 8 1 Remove the T arm from the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING THE T ARMS in this section of the manual 2 Remove the phillips bolt and locknut that secure the existing locking lever to the bottom bracket CAUTION The locking lever is spring loaded Place your free hand over the locking lever to prevent the parts from springing off of the bottom bracket PROCEDURE 2 3 Remove the existing locking lever and spring from the bottom bracket NOTE Inspect the spring and replace if necessary 4 Position the spring on the bottom bracket as shown in FIGURE 8 5 Position the new locking lever onto the spring and the bottom bracket NOTE Make sure the two 2 extended ends of the spring are inside the notch in the locking lever 6 Line up the mounting holes in the new locking lever spring and bottom bracket WARNING DO NOT over tighten the locknut that secures the locking lever to the bottom bracket Over tightening this locknut will prevent the locking lever from oper ating properly possibly causing injury 7 Install the phillips bolt and tighten securely with the locknut 8 Install the T arm onto the wheelchair Refer to IN STALLING REMOVING THE T ARMS in this sec tion of the manual Extended Ends Spring Phillips Bolt a FIGURE 8 REPLACING THE LOCKING LEVER ARMS Bottom Bracket PROCEDURE 2 USING INSTALLING HEIGHT
8. 4 Push on the back to make sure it is locked in place p Actuator FIGURE 1 FOLDING UNFOLDING THE BACK BACK REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY NOTE If the back upholstery HEIGHT is being changed the back canes may also have to be changed Refer to ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT in this section of the manual Standard Back Upholstery FIGURE 2 1 Removethe two 2 phillips screws and washers that secure the existing back upholstery to the back canes 2 Remove the hex screw and locknut that secure one 1 back cane to the wheelchair frame NOTE It is necessary to remove only one 1 back cane to replace the back upholstery 3 Pull the loose back cane out of the existing back upholstery 4 Pull the existing back upholstery up and over the mounted back cane 5 Install the new back upholstery over the mounted back cane 6 Slide the loose back cane through the new back upholstery 7 Secure the back cane to the wheelchair frame with the hex screw and locknut 8 Secure the new back upholstery to the back canes with the existing phillips screws and washers Phillips Screws Remove Back Cane 9 FIGURE 2 REPLACING STANDARD BACK UPHOLSTERY Adjustable Back Upholstery INSTALLING ADJUSTABLE BACK UPHOLSTERY FIGURE 3 1 Remove the existing back upholstery from the wheelchair Refer to REPLACING STANDARD BACK UPHOLSTERY in this section of the manual
9. Crossbrace saddles mount in darkened holes Approximate 1 inch gap Front E Socket E 16 INCH RIGHT Front Mounting Hole LEFT Approximate 3 inch gap WI COSS Front Arm gt Socket Crossbrace saddles ES LONG SEAT mount in darkened holes FRAME 18 INCH RIGHT P ie Rear of Wheelchair A Front Mounting Hole 64 SEAT DEPTH PROCEDURE 10 BACK SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 13 INCH SEAT DEPTH NOTE The following charts are shown with non recliner back hardware only for clarity The back seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs S E WHEELCHAIR DEPTH BACK POSITION SEAT RAIL POSITION CROSSBRACE OPTIONAL REAR ARM UNDERSIDE VIEW POSITION OPTIONAL T SOCKET POSITION OF SEAT RAILS FRONT ARM SOCKET POSITION D E STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING P FRAMES ONLY FRAMES ONLY T Will create NO gap H LEFT Front Arm Socket SHORT SEAT Crossbrace saddles FRAME mount in darkened holes 1 4 INCH RIGHT Will create NO gap m LEFT Front Arm _ N P Socket A MEDIUM SEAT SP Crossbrace sadd
10. 21 ADJUSTING THE TRANSFER ASSIST AND OR SIDE RECLINER OPERATION 53 GUARDS T ARMS 22 ADJUSTING THE RECLINER CABLES 31 REPLACING THE LOCKING LEVER T ARMS 23 REPLACING THE RECLINER CABLES 54 USING INSTALLING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT REPLACING THE GAS CYLINDERS 55 CORRESPONDING ARM ADJUSTMENT TO BACK ADJUSTING THE GAS CYLINDERS 56 ANGLE CANTILEVER ARMS 24 PROCEDURE 9 REPLACING REPOSITIONING THE LOCKING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT DETERMINATION 57 MECHANISM IN THE CANTILEVER ARM 25 CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT 58 ARM PAD DEPTH ADJUSTMENT REPLACEMENT AXLE MOUNTING PLATE POSITIONS CANTILEVER ARMS 25 FOR 20 22 OR 24 INCH REAR WHEELS 59 INSTALLING FABRIC CLOTHING GUARDS 26 INLINE CASTER HEADTUBE FRONT INSTALLING RIGID SIDE GUARDS 26 SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHTS 60 ADJUSTING CONVENTIONAL ARM HEIGHT OFFSET CASTER HEADTUBE FRONT REMOVING OR REPLACING CONVENTIONAL SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHTS 61 FOLDING UNFOLDING THE BACK
11. 3 Push the footrest towards the inside of the wheelchair until it locks into place NOTE The footplate will be on the inside of the wheelchair when locked in place 4 Repeat this procedure for the opposite footrest 5 Torelease the footrest push the footrest release lever inward rotate footrest outward Mounting Pin Footrest Release Lever Footrest Mounting Tube Footplate NOTE All swingaway style footrests are installed the same way Only one 1 style of footrest is shown for clarity FIGURE 1 INSTALLING FOOTRESTS ADJUSTING FOOTREST HEIGHT NOTE Release the footrest locking mechanism and lift the mounting pin out of the mounting tube Lay the assembly on a flat surface to simplify procedure FRONT RIGGINGS Pivot Slide Tube Height Adjustment FIGURE 2 1 Remove any accessories that are attached to the footrests 2 Remove the hex screw and coved washer and posi tion the footrest assembly to the desired height 3 Lineup the mounting hole in the footrest support reinsert the hex screw and coved washer and se curely tighten Repeat STEPS 1 3 for the other footrest 5 Reinstall any accessories that are attached to the footrest Hex Screw Coved Washer Footrest FIGURE 2 PIVOT SLIDE TUBE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Footplate Height Adjustment 70 MFX and 90 Footrests Only FIGURE 3 1 Remove any accessories that are attached to the footrests 2 Remove the socket bolt
12. ing Line up the mounting holes of the gas cylinder and the bracket of the back cane Reinstall the socket bolt through the recliner brack ets nylon washer gas cylinder nylon washer mount ing bracket and washer and tighten securely with the existing locknut Perform one of the following A Replacing both gas cylinders Repeat STEPS 4 9 for the opposite gas cylinder B Replacing one 1 gas cylinder Repeat STEPS 8 9 only for the opposite gas cylinder Squeeze the handles to extend the new gas cylinder s Adjust the new gas cylinders Refer to ADJUSTING THE GAS CYLINDERS in this section of the manual ADJUSTING THE GAS CYLINDERS FIGURE 5 WARNING Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and ad justed properly BEFORE using the recliner DO NOT operate the recliner if only one 1 of the gas cylin ders is operational adjusted properly 1 To adjust the LEFT gas cylinder Squeeze the trigger release lever of the RIGHT re cliner cable assembly and try to recline the back The back should not recline If the LEFT side of the back releases without squeez ing the handle of the LEFT recliner cable assembly perform the following steps A Loosen the cable locking nut that secures the cable adjusting nut in place B Tum the cable adjusting nut one 1 of two 2 ways WARNING DO NOT over tighten the adjusting nut on the recliner cable Over tightening the ad justing nut on the recliner cable
13. tem size and position of the rear wheels as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one 1 or any com bination of the seven 7 may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified technician REPLACEMENT ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE Folding Unfolding the Wheelchair XSafety Handling Replacing Back Headrest Upholstery 3 Adjusting the Back Height 3 Repositioning the Back Changing Seat Depth 3 Repositioning Back For 2 or 3 inch Seat Cushion 3 Replacing Folding Push Handle 3 Replacing the Seat Upholstery 4 Changing Repositioning Seat Rails 4 Repositioning the Crossbraces 4 Changing Seat Width 4 RECLINER OPERATION FIGURES 1 AND 2 WARNING Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and ad justed properly BEFORE using recliner DO NOT operate the recliner option if only one 1 of the gas cylinders is operational or adjusted properly ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable in the FULL RECLINED back at 170 position AND the FULL UPRIGHT back at 90 position BEFORE using the recliner option Make sure the patient is properly positioned in the wheelchair before reclining or inclining reverse re cline to maintain maximum stability and safety Re fertothe SAFETY HANDLING section of this manual ALWAYS use the seat restraint WARNING ALWAYS engage both wheel lock
14. 22 or 24 inch rear wheels NOTE The rear seat to floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires subtract 1 4 inch from the measure ments listed below All heights are approximate to 1 4 inch due to tire wear and air pressure NOTE The following charts are shown with non recliner back hardware only for clarity The axle mounting positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs REAR REAR AXLE PLATE POSITION WHEEL SIZE FLOOR HEIGHT REAR REAR AXLE PLATE POSITION WHEEL SEAT TO SIZE FLOOR HEIGHT 14 3 4 INCHES 15 3 4 INCHES 16 1 2 INCHES 15 1 2 INCHES Kog og mis D Mul 16 1 2 INCHES 17 1 4 INCHES REAR REAR AXLE PLATE POSITION WHEEL SEAT TO SIZE FLOOR HEIGHT 16 INCHES 17 INCHES 17 3 4 INCHES REAR REAR AXLE PLATE POSITION WHEEL SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT 16 3 4 INCHES 17 3 4 INCHES 18 1 2 INCHES REAR REAR AXLE PLATE POSITION WHEEL SEAT TO SIZE FLOOR HEIGHT 17 1 4 INCHES 18 1 4 INCHES 19 INCHES REAR AXLE PLATE POSITION SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT 18 INCHES 19 INCHES 19 3 4 INCHES REAR REAR AXLE PLATE POSITION WHEEL SEAT TO SIZE FLOOR HEIGHT 18 1 2 INCHES 19 1 2 INCHES 20 1 4 INCHES REAR AXLE PLATE POSITION SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT 19 1 4 INCHES 20 1 4 INCH
15. 28 2 Slide each section anchor loop adjuster strap of the adjustable back upholstery with the grommet hole facing the rear of the wheelchair 3 Secure the adjustable back upholstery to the back posts with the mounting screws NOTE Clean the upholstery with warm water and mild detergent to remove superficial soil WARNING After the adjustable back upholstery has been posi tioned to the end users individual needs the fas tening straps MUST be securely fastened BEFORE applying the back upholstery cover The adjustable back should be checked whenever entering the wheelchair to ensure that the fastening straps are securely fastened 4 Slip adjuster straps through corresponding anchor loops and adjust the back upholstery Secure with the fastening straps 5 Secure the back upholstery cover fastening strap to the back of the adjustable back upholstery fas tening strap 6 Flip the back upholstery cover over the adjustable back upholstery and secure the fastening straps to the front of the adjustable back upholstery 7 Laythe front portion of the back upholstery cover on the seat upholstery 8 Adjust the slack in the back upholstery cover and then secure to the seat upholstery Fastening Strap a Back Upholstery Cover x Y Fastening Strap Back Upholstery Anchor Loops Mounting Screws Back Upholstery Adjuster Straps FIGURE 3 INSTALLING REPLACING AD
16. 4 back angle plates are at the same angle BEFORE using the wheelchair 6 Secure the back angle brackets to the wheel chair frame with the washers and locknuts 7 Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual NOTE If the wheelchair has become less stable after repositioning the back to the desired seat depth reposition the rear wheels Refer to AD JUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH in PRO CEDURE 6 of this manual Hex Bolt Wheelchair Frame e gt _ Washer FIGURE 17 REPOSITIONING THE BACK CHANGING SEAT DEPTH NON RECLINERS Recliners FIGURE 18 WARNING NEVER use the rear two 2 recliner bracket mounting holes when using the recliner option Using the rear two 2 recliner bracket mount ing holes WILL make the wheelchair less stable possibly causing injury 1 Determine the necessary back position for the desired seat depth of the wheelchair Refer to CHANGING SEAT DEPTHS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 2 Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual 3 Remove the hex bolts washers and locknuts that secure the recliner brackets to the wheel chair frame PROCEDURE 3 4 Line up the mounting holes in the recliner brackets with the mounting holes determined in STEP 1 5 Reinstall the hex bolts washers and locknuts through the recliner brack
17. 68 BACK SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 17 INCH SEAT DEPTH 68 BACK SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 18 INCH SEAT DEPTH 69 WARRANTY 71 T A B L 5 0 F T E N T S lt I gt SSC lt 4 SAFETY SUMMARY SAFETY SUMMARY STABILITY WARNING The seat height seat depth back angle seating system size and position of the rear wheels as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one 1 or any combination of the seven 7 may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified technician OPERATING INFORMATION WARNING To determine and establish your particular safety limits practice bending reaching and transferring activi ties in several combinations in the presence of a qualified health professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair Non Recliners Only Make sure the back is locked securely BEFORE using the wheelchair otherwise injury can occur DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat DO NOT attemptto reach objects if you have to 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 from behind as this may cause the wheelchair to tip over D
18. A Rear of Wheelchair pront Mounting Hole LEFT Approximate 1 inch gap Front Arm Socket nn LONG SEAT Crossbrace saddles ea E mount in darkened holes 18 INCH oe IB RIGHT Rear of Wheelchair V Front Mounting Hole 66 SEAT DEPTH PROCEDURE 10 BACK SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 15 INCH SEAT DEPTH NOTE The following charts are shown with non recliner back hardware only for clarity The back seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs WHEELCHAIR DEPTH BACK POSITION SEAT RAIL POSITION CROSSBRACE OPTIONAL REAR ARM UNDERSIDE VIEW POSITION OPTIONAL SOCKET POSITION OF SEAT RAILS FRONT ARM SOCKET POSITION STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING FRAMES ONLY FRAMES ONLY Will create NO ga LEFT Front Arm ae E Eu ds Socket MEDIUM SEAT Crossbrace saddles An apte FRAME mount in darkened holes 16 1 renes RIGHT LA n Rear of Wheelchair Rear Mo nting Hole Will create NO gap LEFT Front Arm Socket 1 4 Crossbrace saddles Ue LONG SEAT mount in darkened holes FRAME 18 1 RIGHT Lee A Rear of Wheelchair Mounting Hole 67 S T D PROCEDURE 10 SEAT DEPTH BAC
19. ANTI TIPPERS in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE WIDTH FIGURE 9 WARNING The following procedure must be performed only by an authorized Invacare Dealer or Qualified Tech nician After adjustments and before use make sure all at taching hardware is securely tightened NOTE Increasing the wheelbase width may prevent the wheelchair from passing through smaller door jams and other tight places Consider access to daily activities before increasing wheelbase width 1 Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair 2 Loosenthetwo 2 jam nutsthat secure the axle bush ing to the axle mounting plate 3 Move the axle bushing in or out to the desired posi tion 4 Securely tighten the jam nuts that secure the axle bushing to the axle mounting plate Reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair Repeat STEPS 1 5 forthe opposite side of the wheel chair NOTE Make sure the number of threads showing beyond the outside jam nut is the SAME for both rear wheels This will help avoid a 3 wheeling situation Axle Jam Nuts Mounting Plate Axle Bushing FIGURE 9 ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE WIDTH ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL HEIGHT FIGURE 10 WARNING The seat height seat depth back angle seating sys tem size and position of the rear wheels as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one 1 or any combi nation of the seven 7 may cause the wheelc
20. CANE 33 PROCEDURE 3 CHANGING THE BACK ANGLE WARNING The seat height seat depth back angle seating sys tem size and position of the rear wheels as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one 1 or any combi nation of the seven 7 may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified tech nician 1 Loosen but do not remove the front hex bolt that secures the back angle plate to the wheel chair frame FIGURE 15 Back Angle Plate Front Hex Bolt Loosen but do not Remove S a Rear Hex Washer P Bolt Locknut K Wheelchair I b Frame 80 Back inl d 72 Back Plate Back Plate dz Plate FIGURE 16 BACK ANGLE PLATE MOUNTING HOLES FOR CORRESPONDING BACK ANGLES 34 BACK 2 Remove the rear hex bolt washer and locknut that secure the back angle plates to the wheelchair frame FIGURE 15 3 Referto FIGURE 16 to determine the mounting hole inthe back angle plates forthe necessary back angle 4 Reinstallthe rear hex bolt washer and securely tighten with locknut Refer to FIGURE 15 for correct hard ware orientation 5 If the wheelchair is equipped with cantilever arms adjust the arms to keep them parallel to the ground floor Refer to USING INSTALLING HEIGHT AD JUSTMENT CORRESPONDING ARM ADJUST MEN
21. HOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual 40 CASTERS PROCEDURE 5 This Procedure Includes the Following REPLACING FRONT FORK FIGURE 2 Replacing Repositioning Installing Front 1 Remove the front caster assemblies from the Caster Assemblies wheelchair Refer to REPLACING REPOSITION ING INSTALLING FRONT CASTER ASSEM BLIES in this section of the manual Replacing Front Fork Repairing Replacing Front Caster Tire Tube 90 Adjustment of the Caster Headtubes Caster Headtube Mounting Adjustments Remove the head tube cap Remove the locknut and nylon washer Drop the fork out of the caster head tube WT ope den Casters Slide the new fork into the caster head tube WARNING NOTE Check bearing assemblies and replace if Sue necessary all attaching hardware is securely tightened 6 Ensure that fork slides completely into the caster head tube REPLACING REPOSITIONING INSTALLING FRONT CASTER ASSEMBLIES FIGURE 1 7 Install nylon washer and secure with locknut WARNING Improper positioning of the washer will prohibit 1 Remove the hex bolt spacers and locknut that secure the front caster to the fork the free movement of the forks 2 Remove the front caster from the fork 8 Remove the front caster assemblies from the NOTE If replacing a front caster ona six or eight wheelchair Refer to REPLACING REPOSITION inch front fork note the
22. INSTALLING QUICK RELEASE CASTERS REAR WHEELS PROCEDURE 6 This Procedure includes the following Removing Installing Rear Wheels Adjusting the Quick Release Axle Installing the Quad Release Axle Adjusting the Quad Release Handle Handrim Replacement Installing Projection Handrims Repairing Replacing Rear Wheel Tire Tube Adjusting the Wheelbase Length Adjusting the Wheelbase Width Adjusting Rear Wheel Height WARNING After adjustments and before use make sure all attaching hardware is securely tightened REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS FIGURE 1 Quick Release Axles 1 Pushin the tip of the quick release axle with wheel and pull the axle out through the opening in the center of the rear wheel 2 Pushin the tip of the quick release axle again and pull the axle out of the rear wheel 3 Repeat STEPS 1 2 for the opposite rear wheel To reinstall the rear wheel onto the axle mounting plate reverse STEPS 1 3 WARNING sure the detent locking pins of the quick quad release axle are fully released BE FORE operating the wheelchair The locking pins MUST be protruding past the inside of the rear wheel axle bushing for a posi tive lock Keep locking pins clean 5 the locking pins are not protruding past the in side of the axle bushing or there is too much move ment of the rear wheel assembly in a back and forth position refer to ADJUSTING THE QUICK RELEASE AXLE or ADJUSTING
23. Ohio USA 800 832 4707 1999 Invacare Corporation 44036 2125 800 333 6900 Form No 96 100 P N 1061057 Rev D 1 11 99
24. 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 your personal structure and preference Thereafter follow these mainte nance procedures lt 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 PROCEDURES 3 and 4 Inspect for rips or sagging Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch Inspect modular seat rail attaching hardware is securely tightened Inspect back mounting plate attaching hardware is securely tight ened Inspect back fold down mechanisms to ensure they securely latch REAR WHEELS PROCEDURE 6 No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun Quick Quad release axles lock properly HANDRIMS PROCEDURE 6 Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling X X SPOKES Inspect for broken spokes X X FRONT CASTER PROCEDURE 5 Inspect wheel fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster X X caster should come to a gradual stop Loosen tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a X X stop Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture
25. Seat Width Seat Depth Crossbrace Type Frame Type Seat to Floor Back Style and Height Back Angle Range Recliner Only Arm Styles Footrest Rear Axle Rear Axle Mounting Plates Rear Wheels Handrims Caster Size Wheel Locks Frame Colors Upholstery Weight Shipping Weight approx SPECIFICATIONS ALLEGRO OPEN Seat Width plus approximately 9 inches CLOSED 14 inches with back upholstery 25 inches 20 inch rear wheels and casters in trailing position to 35 inches 24 inch rear wheels and casters in leading position Short 14 inches Medium 16 inches Long 18 inches 12 18 inches for Standard Folding Frames and 12 16 inches Rigid Frame in one 1 inch increments 12 18 inches in one 1 inch increments Modular Rigid or Less Seat Rails Aluminum One piece Available as Standard Folding Frame Folding Frame w o Seat Rails or Rigid Frame w o Seat Rails FRONT Seat to Floor Range in inches 3 inch Front Casters 15 to 18 3 4 5 inch Front Casters 16 to 19 3 4 6 inch Front Casters 17 to 20 1 4 8 inch Front Casters 18 3 4 to 21 1 4 REAR Seat to Floor Range in inches 20 inch rear wheels 14 3 4 to 19 1 4 22 inch rear wheels 15 3 4 to 20 1 4 24 inch rear wheels 16 1 2 to 21 Adjustable Angle 80 to 110 Fold Down Adjustable Height 10 Cane w Push Handles 14 18 inch Height Range Adjustable Height Straight Cane w Push Handles 12 18 inch Height Range
26. WILL actu ate the gas cylinder possibly causing injury CLOCKWISE Tuming the cable adjusting nut clockwise will tighten the recliner cable DO NOT overtighten the cable adjusting nut Turn the cable adjusting nut clockwise until actuator looks like DETAIL B MUST LOOK Actuator Housing COUNTERCLOCKWISE Tuming the cable adjusting nut counterclockwise will loosen the recliner cable NOTE If the recliner cable is too loose the gas cylinders will not work C While holding the cable adjusting nut in place tighten the cable locking nut against the cable adjusting nut D Repeat STEP 1 E Repeat STEP 2 until the LEFT side of the back DOES NOT recline To adjust the RIGHT gas cylinder Repeat STEPS 1 and 2 for the LEFT handle of the recliner cable aS Trigger Release Lever Cable Locking Nut N Cable Adjusting Nut DETAIL TOO LOW TOO HIGH LIKE THIS Actuator FIGURE 5 ADJUSTING THE GAS CYLINDERS SEAT TO FLOOR PROCEDURE 9 This Procedure includes the following Seat To Floor Height Determination Changing Seat To Floor Height Axle Mounting Plate Positions for 20 22 or 24 inch Rear Wheels Inline Caster Headtube Front Seat to Floor Heights Offset Caster Headtube Front Seat to Floor Heights WARNING The seat height seat depth bac
27. and washers that secure the arm mounting socket to the wheelchair frame in the following sequence A Middle hex screw and washer B The two 2 outside hex screws and washers 5 Continue to repeat STEP 5 until the hex bolts are torqued to 156 inch pounds NOTE Make sure the hex bolts are torqued to 156 inch pounds otherwise the T arm sockets will be capable of rotating around the wheelchair frame ARMS NOTE If desired locking pins can be installed to se cure the T arm brackets to the wheelchair frame as shown in FIGURE 1 6 Repeat STEPS 2 6 forthe opposite side of the wheel chair 7 Install the T arms into the T arm sockets Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING THE T ARMS in this section of the manual Hex Screws Optional Locking Pins Wheelchair Frame Arm Clamp T Arm Socket FIGURE 1 INSTALLING THE T ARM SOCKETS INSTALLING REMOVING THE T ARMS FIGURE 2 Installing 1 Position the T arm over the T arm socket on the wheelchair frame NOTE Make sure the locking lever is towards the front of the wheelchair 2 Slide the T arm into the T arm socket until the locking lever is in the slot in the T arm socket and an audible click is heard 3 Pull upon the T arm to make sure the T arm is locked in place NOTE If the T arm does not slide in the T arm socket as desired adjust the T arm socket Refer to ADJUSTING THE T ARMS in this
28. dump can occur The rear seat to floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires subtract 1 4 inch from the measurements listed above All heights are approximate to 1 4 inch due to tire wear and air pressure The front seat to floor heights are approximate to 1 4 inch 12 PACKAGING HANDLING PACKAGING D Accessory Carton ALLEGRO FOLDING FRAMES WITH AND WITHOUT SEAT RAILS ALLEGRO RIGID FRAME HANDLING INSPECTION UNPACKING 1 Check for any obvious damage to the carton or its contents If damage is evident notify your Dealer Carrier Remove all loose packing from the carton Carefully remove all components from the carton NOTE Unless the Allegro is to be assembled immediately retain cartons and packing materi als for use in storing the wheelchair until assembly is required 1 Examine exterior of the Allegro nicks dents scratches or other damages Inspect all compo nents If damage is evident notify your Dealer Carrier STORAGE 1 2 13 Store the packaged repackaged Allegro in a dry area DO NOT place other objects on top of the pack aged repackaged wheelchair 22 0 P A0 P U H D L G SAFETY INSPECTION CHECK LIST SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST NOTE Twice a year take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing
29. footplate as a platform when getting in or out of the wheelchair ALWAYS wear your seat restraint Inasmuch as the SEAT RESTRAINT is an option on this wheelchair You may order with or without the seat restraint Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat restraint as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user SAFETY SUMMARY SAFETY SUMMARY continued WARNING TIRE PRESSURE DO NOT use your 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 Replacement of a tire or tube MUST be performed by an authorized Invacare Dealer or Qualified Techni cian WEIGHT TRAINING 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 and the warranty will be voided immediately WEIGHT LIMITATION The Allegro wheelchair weight limitations are Folding Frames 250 Ibs Rigid Frames 150 Ibs RECLINER OPTION ONLY WARNING Before using ANY recline position of this wheelchair make sure the rear wheels are in the MOST REARWARD position in the Extended Multi Position axle plate to maintain the stability of the wheel chair Do not change the handling maneuverability of the wheelc
30. or lifting sup ports as they may be inadvertently released resulting in possible injury to the user and or assistant s When leaming a new assistance technique have an ex perienced assistant help you before attempting it alone TILTING WARNING DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance When tilting the wheelchair an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non removable non detachable part Inform the wheelchair occupant before tilting the wheelchair and remind him her to lean back sure the occupant s feet and hands are clear of all wheels TILTING CURBS After mastering the techniques of tilting the wheelchair use this procedure to tackle curbs short stairs etc Method 1 Wheelchairs With Step Tubes Apply a continuous downward motion until the balance point is achieved and the front casters clear the curb At this point the assistant will feel a difference in the weight distribution Roll the wheelchair forward and slowly lower the wheel chair 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 METHOD 1 WHEELCHAIR WITH STEP TUBES Method 2 Wheelchairs Without Step Tubes Unless the first assistant has exceptional upper body strength it is recommended that METHOD 2 use two 2 assistants
31. section of the manual 4 Adjust the T arm for desired height width and depth if necessary Refer to ADJUSTING THE T ARMS in this section of the manual 5 Repeat STEPS 1 4 for the opposite side of the wheelchair 20 ARMS Removing 1 Pressin onthe locking lever and liftthe T arm straight up and out of the T arm socket NOTE If the T arm does not slide up and down in the T arm socket as desired adjust the T arm socket Refer to ADJUSTING THE T ARMS in this section of the manual 2 Repeat STEP 2 for the opposite side of the wheel chair Wheelchair Frame Locking Lever Towards the ferto e Socket Slot EM FIGURE 2 INSTALLING REMOVING THE ARMS ADJUSTING THE T ARMS Height FIGURE 3 1 Unlock the T arm by flipping the T arm release lever towards the inside of the wheelchair NOTE If necessary Pull out on the T arm re lease lever and rotate 180 so it can be flipped towards the outside of the wheelchair 2 Slide the T arm to one 1 of Low Height T Arms Nine 9 positions B High Height T Arms Seven 7 positions NOTE If the inside T arm post does not slide up and down in the outside T arm post as desired perform one 1 of the following A Tighten Tightening the set screws on the out side T arm post will make it harder to move the inside T arm post up and down 21 PROCEDURE 2 B Loosen Loosen
32. socket and seat guide to the wheelchair with the socket bolts and locknuts 5 RepeatSTEPS 1 4 for the opposite side of the wheel chair Socket Bolt E n e Socket Bolt Front Arm yy Socket i Seat Guide Wheelchair Locknut lt Ny Fr ma FIGURE 19 REPOSITIONING THE CONVENTIONAL ARMS FRONT ARM SOCKETS 27 AO gt Ww PROCEDURE 3 This Procedure Includes the Following Folding Unfolding the Back Replacing Back Upholstery Adjusting the Back Height Replacing the Locking Mechanism in the Back Cane Changing the Back Angle Repositioning the Back Changing Seat Depth Repositioning Back for 2 or 3 Inch Seat Cushion Recliners Only Replacing Folding Push Handle Recliners Only Installing and Removing a Seating System WARNING After adjustments and before use make sure all attaching hardware is securely tightened FOLDING UNFOLDING THE BACK FIGURE 1 WARNING Make sure the back is locked securely BEFORE using the wheelchair otherwise injury can occur NOTE The following procedure is for non recliner wheelchairs only 1 Pull the actuator of the locking mechanism up to wards the top of the wheelchair 2 While holding the actuator of the locking mechanism push the back down NOTE The back can be pushed towards the ante rior front or the posterior rear of the wheelchair depending on need 3 Tolock the back into place pull up until there is an audible click
33. the fork After determining fork size referto REPLACING FRONT FORK in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual to replace front forks if necessary NOTE Thefollowing front seat to floor heights shown arethe most common front seat to floor heights avail able Below is a quick reference chart to determine obtainable front seat to floor heights with front caster and fork com binations Refer to the following pages for exact posi tioning for desired front seat to floor height NOTE For Folding and Rigid Frames w o seat rails subtract 1 3 4 inches from S T F listed below This will give distance from top of side frame to floor FRONT SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHTS in inches FRONT CASTER SIZE in inches FORK STYLE 3 5 6 8 3 INCH FORK 15 16 N A N A 16 1 4 17 1 4 3 INCH FORK 16 17 N A N A 1 INCH SPACER 17 1 4 18 1 4 3 INCH FORK 17 18 N A N A 2 INCH SPACER 18 1 4 19 1 4 5 INCH FORK 16 1 2 17 1 2 18 N A 17 3 4 18 3 4 19 1 4 5 INCH FORK 17 1 2 18 1 2 19 N A 1 INCH SPACER 18 3 4 19 3 4 20 1 4 6 INCH FORK 16 1 4 16 1 2 17 N A 17 17 1 4 17 1 4 17 1 2 17 3 4 18 18 1 4 18 18 1 4 18 1 2 19 19 1 4 19 3 4 8 INCH FORK N A N A N A 18 3 4 20 21 1 4 58 SEAT TO FLOOR PROCEDURE 9 AXLE MOUNTING PLATE POSITIONS FOR 20 22 or 24 INCH REAR WHEELS Refer to the following figures to determine the obtainable rear seat to floor height for 20
34. the mounting holes of the footplate and footrest support 7 Secure the footplate to the footrest support with the coved washer and locknut Locknut Footrest Support Socket Bolt 3 inch Extension and Locknut FIGURE 4 INSTALLING 3 INCH EXTENSION INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS FIGURE 5 1 Insert the pivot tube into the legrest support and secure it with the bolt and nut 2 Placelegrest on the outside of the wheelchair and insert the mounting pin into the mounting tube 3 Rotate legrest toward the inside of the wheelchair until it locks in place Coved Washer PROCEDURE 1 NOTE The footplate will be on the inside of the wheelchair when locked in place 4 Repeat STEPS 1 3 for the opposite legrest b After seated in wheelchair adjust footrest to cor rect height by loosening nut and sliding the pivot tube up or down until desired height is obtained 6 To release the legrest push the legrest release handle toward the inside of the wheelchair and swing the legrest to the outside of the wheelchair Mounting Mounting Pin Tube Legrest Release Handle F R O N T R l G G G S Legrest Support Bolt and Nut Pivot Tube Footplate FIGURE 5 INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS RAISING LOWERING ELEVATING LEGRESTS AND OR ADJUSTING CALFPADS FIGURE 6 Raising Lowering Elevating Legrests 1 Perform one 1 of the following RAISING Pull back on the relea
35. towards you raising the oppo site wheel and caster off the ground floor 3 Push downward on the seat rail closest to you where the seat upholstery is attached until the wheelchair is fully open 4 RECLINERS ONLY A Slide the cover of the folding handle over the links in the center of the spreader bar CAUTION Do not overtighten the cover of the folding handle Damage to folding handle will oc cur B Turn the folding handle cover towards the front of the wheelchair approximately two 2 to four 4 revolutions S A T Y amp H A N D L G S T Y amp H A N D L G SAFETY HANDLING 5 Engage both wheel locks open the footrest legrest for clearance and transfer into the wheel chair Refer to TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER SEATS in this section of the manual RECLINERS ONLY Cover of the Cover of the Folding Handle Folding Handle Folding Handle 7 SLING SEAT MODEL WHEELCHAIRS FOLDING SLING SEAT MODEL WHEELCHAIRS UNFOLDING Solid Seat Model Wheelchairs FOLDING 1 Frombehind the wheelchair grasp the right hand 1 Swing footrest legrest in locked position to the edge of the solid seat front of the wheelchair Raise the seat to the hinged side Pivot footplates upward to vertical position P P 3 Swing footrest legrest in locked position to the RECLINERS ONLY front of the wheelchair
36. two 2 phillips screws 6 Repeat for the opposite side if necessary Arm Pad Socket Arm Tube Screws pd NOTE If m necessary turn Phillips arm tube 180 Screw to obtain two 2 positions T Arm d Post Phillips Screw FIGURE 5 ADJUSTING THE T ARMS DEPTH T Arm Sockets FIGURE 6 1 Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair If nec essary refer to the owner s manual supplied with the wheelchair 2 Remove the three 3 hex screws and washers that secure the T arm socket and T arm clamp to the wheelchair frame and remove the T arm socket from the wheelchair If equipped with optional locking pins remove the locking pins that secure the T arm socket to the wheelchair frame 4 Loosen but do not remove the four 4 hex screws and washers that secure the T arm socket together NOTE The T arm socket will disassemble if the four 4 hex screws and washers are removed 5 Slidethe T arm into the T arm socket until the lock lever is in the slot in the T arm socket and an au dible click is heard 22 ARMS 6 Squeeze the T arm socket together until the socket is flush with the T arm 7 While holding the T arm socket together tighten the four 4 hex screws and washers securely 8 Pressinonthe locking lever and liftthe T arm straight up and out of the T arm socket 9 Repeat STEPS 5 7 if necessary until the T arm slides in the T arm socket as des
37. wheel ADJUSTING THE QUAD RELEASE HANDLE FIGURE 4 and or Out 1 Remove rear wheel and the quad release axle from the wheelchair Loosen the locking screw Make the following adjustments If the quad release handle is not releasing the locking pins completely rotate the quad re lease handle approximately one quarter 1 4 turn CLOCKWISE If the quad release handle hits the spokes of the rear wheel when assembled rotate the quad re lease handle approximately one quarter 1 4 turn COUNTERCLOCKWISE 4 Tighten the locking screw 5 Reinstallthe rear wheel and quad release axle onto the wheelchair A Locking Pins Quad Release gt IN AND OR OUT REMOVING PLAY FROM THE REAR WHEELS Length Adjustment Screw FIGURE 4 ADJUSTING QUAD RELEASE AXLE 46 REAR WHEELS PROCEDURE 6 WARNING Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the quad release axle are fully released BEFORE op erating the wheelchair Keep locking pins clean 6 Flip the handle of the quad release axle down to release the detent pin ensuring that the locking pins are fully released 7 Repeat the above procedures until the quad re lease axle locks correctly Removing the Play From the Rear Wheels NOTE The adjusting nut on the quick release ax les originally performed this function 1 With the rear wheel and quad release axle still mounted onto the wheelchair make the following adjustme
38. wheelchair frame Reposition the back canes to one 1 of five 5 height adjustment positions Refer to the SPECIFICATION PAGE of this manual for the height range of the indi vidual back canes PROCEDURE 3 WARNING The back canes MUST be fastened securely to the seat frame BEFORE using the wheelchair DO NOT overtighten hex bolts Overtightening hex bolts will prohibit the free movement of the back canes preventing the back canes from locking prop erly 3 Reinstall the two 2 hex bolts and locknuts that se cure the back canes to the wheelchair frame Torque to 35 inch pounds HIGHEST POSITION 4 gt Wheelchair 3 o Frame LOWEST 2 POSITION Holes numbered from bottom to top for reference only There are no numbers on the back canes or wheelchair frame FIGURE 11 ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT BACKS Fixed Height Backs FIGURE 12 1 the wheelchair is equipped with cantilever arms remove them from the wheelchair Refer to USING INSTALLING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CORRE SPONDING ARM ADJUSTMENT TO BACK ANGLE CANTILEVER ARMS in PROCEDURE 2 of this manual NOTE Note the position of the cantilever arms for reinstallation 2 Remove the two 2 hex bolts and locknuts that se cure the back canes to the back angle plates CAUTION The locking mechanism in the back canes is spring loaded Slowly remove the back canes from the wheelchair to prevent the springs from being lost
39. ADJUSTMENT CORRESPONDING ARM ADJUSTMENT TO BACK ANGLE CANTILEVER ARMS NOTE The cantilever arms are designed for use with the fixed height back canes only Using FIGURE 9 1 Pull the actuator of the locking mechanism towards the front of the wheelchair 2 While holding the actuator of the locking mecha nism pull up on the cantilever arm NOTE If necessary the locking mechanism in the cantilever arm can be repositioned so the cantilever arm will open down instead of up Refer to REPLAC ING REPOSITIONING THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE CANTILEVER ARMinthis section of the manual 3 Tolock the cantilever arm push down until there is an audible click 4 Pull up on the cantilever arm to make sure it is locked in place Installing Height Adjustment FIGURE 9 NOTE When removing the locknuts and washers from the cantilever arm assembly leave the top hex bolt coved washers and spacer between ad justment plate and cantilever arm in place 1 Slide the partially assembled cantilever arm assembly w mounting hardware through the back cane Make sure the adjustment plate is towards the inside of the wheelchair NOTE This includes top hex bolt coved washers and spacer between adjustment plate and cantile ver arm Coved Washers Back E ES Locknuts Washers Adjustment Plate o Oo Top Hex Bolt and Coved Washer Bottom Hex Bolt Cantilever Arm FIGURE 9 US
40. DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES After adjustments and before use make sure all attaching hardware is securely tightened ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCKS FIGURE 1 NOTE Before adjusting the wheel locks make sure the tires are inflated to the recommended psi on the sidewall of the tire 1 Make sure the wheel lock is disengaged from the rear wheels 2 Loosen the socket screws that secure the wheel locks to the wheelchair frame Socket Screws 5 32 to 5 16 inch Gap Rear Wheel FIGURE 1 ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCKS 3 Measure the distance between the WHEEL LOCK SHOE and the REAR WHEEL 4 Slide the wheel lock along the wheelchair until the measurement is between 5 32 and 5 16 inches 5 Tighten the wheel lock to the wheelchair frame Repeat this procedure for the opposite wheel lock 7 Engage the wheel locks and push against the wheelchair to determine if the wheel locks engage the rear wheels enough to hold the wheelchair 8 Repeat STEPS 1 7 until the wheel locks engage the rear wheels enough to hold the wheelchair WHEEL LOCK EXTENSION HANDLE INSTALLATION FIGURE 2 NOTE Wheel lock extension handles may be installed on all push or pull type wheel locks NOT already equipped with swing up extension handles 1 Remove the plastic cover on the existing wheel lock handl
41. E 4 1 Remove existing back and seat upholstery from the wheelchair Refer to REPLACING BACK UPHOL STERY in PROCEDURE 3 and REPLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY in this section of the manual NOTE If adjusting the seat width of the wheelchair the back and seat upholstery MUST also be changed 2 Remove the seat rails from the crossbraces Refer to CHANGING REPOSITIONING SEAT RAILS in this section of the manual 3 Remove the hex bolts and locknuts that secure the two 2 pivot links to the wheelchair frame and crossbraces 4 Removethe hex bolts locknuts and lower crossbrace saddles that secure the bottom of the two 2 crossbraces to the wheelchair frame 5 Remove the hex bolt coved spacers washers and locknut that secure the two 2 existing crossbraces together NOTE Note orientation of coved spacer washer and locknut order for reinstallation 6 Assemble the two 2 new crossbraces together Refer to FIGURE 4 for hardware orientation 7 Determine the mounting hole in the pivot link for the corresponding seat width NOTE Seat widths are stamped on the pivot link 8 Reinstall the hex bolts and locknuts that secure the pivot link to the wheelchair frame and crossbrace 9 Reinstall the hex bolts locknuts and crossbrace saddles that secure the bottom of the two 2 new crossbraces to the wheelchair frame NOTE Position the crossbrace saddle on wheelchair frame using the self tapping screw and washer on the undersi
42. EELS in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual Recliner Brackets 2 inch Washers Seat Cushion Locknuts Position 3 inch Seat p y Cushion pe Vue Position Wheelchair Frame Hex Bolts FIGURE 19 REPOSITIONING BACK FOR 2 OR 3 INCH SEAT CUSHION RECLINERS ONLY REPLACING FOLDING PUSH HANDLE RECLINERS ONLY FIGURE 20 NOTE Refer to the SAFETY HANDLING section of this manual to fold and unfold the wheelchair 1 Remove the phillips bolts and locknuts that secure the existing folding push handle and trigger release levers to the back cane 2 Remove the existing folding push handle from the back canes 3 Install the new folding push handle into the back canes 4 Line up the mounting holes in the new folding push handle with the mounting holes in the back canes 5 Reinstall the phillips bolts through the trigger release levers back canes and the new folding push handle and tighten securely with the locknuts BACK Folding Push Handle X Back Cane E E Phillips Bolt Trigger Release Lever Locknut FIGURE 20 REPLACING FOLDING PUSH HANDLE RECLINERS ONLY INSTALLING AND REMOVING A SEATING SYSTEM If a seating system is being used on the wheel chair refer to the seating system Owner s Manual for installation and removal 36 SEAT This Procedure Includes the Following Replacing Seat Upholstery Changing Repositioning Seat Rails Repositioning the Crossb
43. ELEASE 44 MAINTENANCE ERs REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS 45 PROCEDURE 1 FRONT RIGGINGS ADJUSTING THE QUICK RELEASE AXLE 45 INSTALLING FOOTRESTS 16 INSTALLING THE QUAD RELEASE AXLE 46 ADJUSTING FOOTREST HEIGHT 16 ADJUSTING THE QUAD RELEASE HANDLE 46 INSTALLING 3 INCH EXTENSION 17 HANDRIM REPLACEMENT cerent tenens 47 INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS 17 INSTALLING PROJECTION HANDRIMS 48 RAISING LOWERING ELEVATING LEGRESTS AND OR REPAIRING REPLACING REAR WHEEL TIRE TUBE 49 ADJUSTING CALFPADS 17 ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH 49 INSTALLING ADJUSTING ADJUSTABLE ANGLE ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE WIDTH 50 FLIP UP FOOTPLATES ccsccccssecesseseeeeseeeeesseeeenseeees 18 ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL HEIGHT 50 REPLACING SECTOR BLOCK 19 OPTIONAL FOOTREST ACCESSORIES 19 PROCEDURE 2 ARMS INSTALLING THE T ARM SOCKETS 20 INSTALLING REMOVING THE ARMS 20 ADJUSTING THE T ARMS
44. ES 21 INCHES 59 Nego Mc NUN PROCEDURE 9 SEAT TO FLOOR INLINE CASTER HEADTUBE FRONT SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHTS Refer to the following figures to determine the obtainable front seat to floor S T F height for Inline Caster Headtubes with 3 5 6 or 8 inch casters NOTE measurements are in inches The front seat to floor heights are approximate to 1 4 inch UPPER LOWER UPPER LOWER FRAME FRAME INLINE FRAME FRAME MOUNTING MOUNTING CASTER MOUNTING MOUNTING HOLES HOLES HEADTUBE HOLES HOLES c Ao p fe 3 INCH FORK 6 INCH FORK POSITION 1 FRONT CASTER FRONT FRONT CASTER FRONT S T F SIZE S T F d j S T F SIZE S T F 15 3 16 1 4 16 1 2 5 17 3 4 16 5 17 1 4 Jo 17 6 18 1 4 N A 6 OR8 N A o N A 30R8 N A 3 INCH FORK w 1 INCH SPACER 6 INCH FORK POSITION 2 FRONT CASTER FRONT FRONT CASTER FRONT S T F SIZE S T F S T F SIZE S T F 16 3 17 1 4 16 1 4 3 17 1 2 17 5 18 1 4 N le 17 1 4 5 18 1 2 N A 6 OR8 N A M oj 17 3 A 6 19 3 INCH FORK w 2 INCH SPACER N A 8 N A 6 INCH FORK POSITION 3 FRONT CASTER FRONT S T F SIZE S T F _ FRONT CASTER FRONT 17 3 18 1 4 S T F SIZE S T F 18 5 19 14 17 3 18 1 4 N A 6 OR8 N A N J 18 5 19 1 4 je T 18 1 2 6 19 3 4 5 INCH FORK N A 8 N A FRONT CASTER FRONT 1 8 INCH FORK POSITION 1 A FRON
45. FULL LENGTH ARM PADS 2 Depending on the desired arm pad depth reposi tion the cantilever slide tube to one 1 of five 5 positions for DESK LENGTH ARM PADS and into the FIRST adjustment hole for the FULL LENGTH ARM PADS 3 Reattach the arm pad cantilever slide tube to the arm tube with existing hardware 4 Repeat for the opposite side if necessary Replacement 1 Remove the phillips screws from the armrest pad 2 Replace with NEW armrest pad 3 Secure with existing hardware Desk Length Arm Pads Phillips Screw Rear of Armrest Pad Cantilever Slide Tube NOTE This Phillips Screw only needs to be re moved when Armrest Pad is replaced Full Length 3 Arm Pads Phillips Screw Rear of Armrest Pad Cantilever Arm Self Tapping Screw i DN NOTE Only these Adjust ment Holes can be used Cantilever Slide Tube NOTE This Phillips Screw only needs to be re moved when Armrest Pad is replaced FIGURE 13 ARM PAD DEPTH ADJUSTMENT REPLACEMENT CANTILEVER ARMS 25 PROCEDURE 2 INSTALLING FABRIC CLOTHING GUARDS FIGURE 14 1 2 Remove the seat cushion if necessary Secure the fastening straps of the fabric clothing pro tectors to the seat upholstery Reinstall the seat cushion if necessary Remove the two 2 phillips screws that secure the back upholstery to the back canes Position the D rings on the
46. ING INSTALLING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CANTILEVER ARMS 24 ARMS Slide the bottom hex bolt w coved washer through the adjustment plate and back cane Securely tighten the cantilever arm to the wheelchair with two 2 locknuts and washers Adjust the angle of the cantilever arm if necessary Referto CORRESPONDING ARM ADJUSTMENT TO BACK ANGLE in this section of the manual Corresponding Arm Adjustment to Back Angle FIGURES 10 and 11 NOTE This adjustment is recommended if the back angle has been changed to keep arm parallel to the ground floor 1 2 Remove the locknut that secures the locking pin to the adjustment plate FIGURE 10 Flip the cantilever arm up and out of the way Adjustment Plate Locking Pin Washer FIGURE 10 ADJUSTING THE CANTILEVER ARMS 80 Back Plate Back Plate i Arm Plate g Plate il 3 a Back Plate Back Plate d Arm Plate i Plate f Ye 105 AND 110 Back Plate fs Arm Plate FIGURE 11 CORRESPONDING ARM ADJUSTMENT TO BACK ANGLE CANTILEVER ARMS Back Plate T m Arm Plate j ARMS 3 Referto FIGURE 6 to determine the mounting hole in the adjustment plate that will be used to corre spond to the back angle NOTE Back angles of 105 and 110 will use the same arm adjustment plate mounting holes 4 Securely tighten the locking pin and washer to the adjustment plate with a locknu
47. IZE S T F Jo N A 3 5 6 20 8 21 1 4 Mount headtube in leading position only when using 8 inch pneumatics or 8 inch pneumatics with flat free inserts 61 4 gt PROCEDURE 10 This Procedure includes the following Seat Depth Determination Changing Seat Depth Seat Depth Checklist Back Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for 12 inch Seat Depth Back Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for 13 inch Seat Depth Back Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for 14 inch Seat Depth Back Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for 15 inch Seat Depth Back Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for 16 inch Seat Depth Back Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for 17 inch Seat Depth Back Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for 18 inch Seat Depth WARNING The seat height seat depth back angle seating sys tem size and position of the rear wheels as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair change to 1 or any combi nation of the seven 7 may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified tech nician RECLINERS ONLY NEVER use the rear two 2 recliner bracket mounting holes when using the recliner option Using the rear two 2 recliner bracket mounting holes WILL make the wheel chair less stable possibly causing inj
48. JUSTABLE BACK UPHOLSTERY PROCEDURE 3 REPLACING ADJUSTABLE BACK UPHOLSTERY FIGURE 3 1 Lift up on the existing back upholstery cover and remove the cover from the wheelchair 2 Removethe two 2 phillips screws and washers that secure the existing adjustable back upholstery to the back canes 3 Slide each section anchor loop adjuster strap of the existing adjustable back upholstery off of the back canes 4 Slide each section anchor loop adjuster strap of the new adjustable back upholstery with the grom met hole facing the rear of the wheelchair 5 Secure new adjustable back upholstery to the back posts with the two 2 phillips screws and washers WARNING After the adjustable back upholstery has been posi tioned to the end users individual needs the fas tening straps MUST be securely fastened BEFORE applying the back upholstery cover The adjustable back should be checked whenever entering the wheelchair to ensure that the fastening straps are securely fastened 6 Slip adjuster straps through corresponding anchor loops and adjust the back upholstery Secure with the fastening straps 7 Secure the new back upholstery cover fastening strap to the back of the new adjustable back up holstery fastening strap 8 Flip the new back upholstery cover over the new adjustable back upholstery and secure the fas tening straps to the front of the new adjustable back upholstery Lay the front port
49. K SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 16 INCH SEAT DEPTH NOTE The following charts are shown with non recliner back hardware only for clarity The back seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs S WHEELCHAIR DEPTH BACK POSITION SEAT RAIL POSITION CROSSBRACE OPTIONAL REAR ARM UNDERSIDE VIEW POSITION OPTIONAL A SOCKET POSITION OF SEAT RAILS FRONT ARM SOCKET T POSITION STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING FRAMES ONLY FRAMES ONLY Rear Arm Socket Will create NO gap P LEFT Front Arm N T le Socket MEDIUM SEAT Crossbrace saddles SN FRAME mount in darkened holes 16 1 270 29 RIGHT J ye VA Rear of Wheelchair Rear Mo nting Hole Will create NO gap LEFT Front Arm Socket Rn Crossbrace saddles LONG SEAT mount in darkened holes FRAME 18 1 RIGHT Rear of Wheelchair Rear Mounting Hole BACK SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 17 INCH SEAT DEPTH NOTE The following charts are shown with non recliner back hardware only for clarity The back seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs WHEELCHAIR DEPTH BACK POSITION SEAT RAIL POSITION CROSSBRACE OPTIONAL REAR ARM UNDERSIDE VIEW POSITION OPTIONAL SOCKET POSITION OF SEAT RAILS F
50. MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4 1975 This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser user of our products This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state Invacare warrants the side frames and crossmembers to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of the original purchaser user All remaining components are war ranted for a period of one 1 year from the date of purchase except upholstered materials pad ded materials and tires wheels If within such warranty period any such product shall be proven to be defective such product shall be repaired or replaced at Invacare s option This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of any such product Invacare s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to such repair and or replacement For warranty service please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare prod uct In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service please write directly to Invacare at the address on the back cover provide dealer s name address and the date of purchase indicate nature of the defect and if the product is serialized indicate the serial number Do not return products to our factory without our prior consent Limitations and Exclusions The foregoing warranty shall not apply to seri
51. NSTALLING THE ANTI TIPPERS Adjusting the Anti Tippers FIGURE 4 1 Press the spring button on the wheeled portion FIGURE 2 WHEEL LOCK EXTENSION of the anti tipper and slide it up or down to HANDLE INSTALLATION achieve a 1 1 2 to 2 inch clearance 2 Check to make sure that the spring buttons are A fully engaged in adjustment holes N T INSTALLING ADJUSTING THE ANTI TIPPERS WARNING T Anti tippers MUST be fully engaged and spring buttons fully protruding out of adjustment holes BEFORE using the wheelchair Make sure the anti tipper wheels are pointing to E the ground floor BEFORE using the wheel 14 2 to Singh R Clearance S Installing the Anti Tippers FIGURE 3 FIGURE 4 ADJUSTING THE ANTI TIPPERS 1 Press the release buttons IN and insert the anti tippers with the anti tipper wheels pointing toward the ground floor into the wheelchair frame until the two 2 locking pins are secured in place 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 52 RECLINER PROCEDURE 8 This Procedure Includes the Following Recliner Operation Adjusting the Recliner Cables Replacing the Recliner Cables Replacing the Gas Cylinders Adjusting the Gas Cylinders NOTE refer to the procedure indicated if any of the following procedures are required WARNING The seat height seat depth back angle seating sys
52. O NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the wheelchair may tip over DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors Serious bodily injury may occur DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance Turn both casters toward the object you are transferring onto When transferring to and from the wheelchair ALWAYS ENGAGE BOTH WHEEL LOCKS DO NOT operate on roads streets or highways DO NOT climb go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9 DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water ice or oil film DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles Doing so may cause your wheelchair to turn over and cause bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair DO NOT use unauthorized parts accessories or adapters other than those authorized by Invacare DO NOT attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on any removable detachable parts Lifting by means of any removable detachable parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair NEVER try to lift or tip the wheelchair by cantilever arms arms serious injury can occur DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair Anti tippers MUST BE attached at all times DO NOT use the
53. OCEDURE 3 14 Securely tighten the recliner handles and folding handle to the new back canes with the phillips bolts and locknuts 15 Install the new back upholstery onto the back canes Refer to REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY in this section of the manual 16 Install the headrest extension into the new back canes REPLACING THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE BACK CANE FIGURE 14 CAUTION The locking mechanism in the back canes is spring loaded Slowly remove the back canes from the wheelchair to prevent the springs from being lost NOTE The following procedure is for non recliner wheelchairs only 1 Move the back cane down and out of the way 2 Unthread the actuator from the locking mechanism 3 Slowly let the locking mechanism and spring slide out of the back cane NOTE Inspect the spring and clean or replace if nec essary 4 Slidethe new locking mechanism and spring into the back cane 5 Make sure the angled end of the locking mechanism is pointing up towards the locking pin on the adjust ment plate 6 Use Loctite 242 and securely tighten the actuator into the locking mechanism 7 Tolock the back canes pull up on the back canes until there is an audible click 8 Pushbackandforth on the back canes to make sure they are locked in place Angled Portion of Locking Mechanism Spring Actuator Locking Mechanism FIGURE 14 REPLACING THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE BACK
54. ONALS TO DETERMINE IF A SEAT ING RESTRAINT IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIP MENT BY THE USER SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM A WHEELCHAIR WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL DEALER OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL IF APPLICABLE BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES rore eese esca 2 SAFETY SUMMARY 4 REPLACING REPOSITIONING INSTALLING SAFETY HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 6 FRONT CASTER ASSEMBLIES 41 FEATURES iron 11 REPLACING FRONT FORK cccccccccccccseececesecceseecceseeeceeeee 41 SPECIFICATIONS 5 cao onore ianua onn ar nnnens 12 REPLACING REPAIRING FRONT CASTER TIRE TUBE 42 J e coc c 13 90 ADJUSTMENT OF THE CASTER HEADTUBES 42 HANDLING 13 CASTER HEADTUBE MOUNTING ADJUSTMENTS 43 SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST 14 INSTALLING QUICK R
55. R BLOCK 10 CING SECTO UM FIGURE 12 REPLACING HEEL LOOPS OPTIONAL FOOTREST ACCESSORIES ALUMINUM OR COMPOSITE FOOTPLATES Impact Guards Calf Strap H Calf Strap FLIP UP FOOTPLATES FIGURE 13 FIGURE 11 1 Remove the four 4 phillips screws and washers that secure the heel loop to the footplate NOTE Impact Guards are Standard Equipment on u Model ST Footrests No assembly is required 2 Remove the existing heel loop from the footplate 1 Remove impact guard calf strap from packagedcon 3 Position the new heel loop UNDER the footplate tainer NOTE If the heel loop is equipped with an ankle strap Secure the impact guards to the footrest frame position the heel loop on TOP of the footplate Secure the calf strap around the footrest frame with 4 Line up mounting holes in footplate and heel loop the impact Ee aan 5 Secure the new heel loop to the footplate with the four 4 existing phillips screws and washers Impact Guard _ N H Calf Strap a Footplate __ lt lt CY Heel Loop Calf Stra Phillips Screws 7 J 4 b Washers FIGURE 11 IMPACT GUARDS CALF STRAP i H CALF STRAP Phillips Screws il Replacing Heel Loops Washers AL 2 P Heel Loop with ALUMINUM OR COMPOSITE FOOTPLATES Ankle Strap 12 4 CM Remove the hex screw and coved washer that se Footol P cure the pivot tube and footplate to footrest support b d 2 Remove the pivot tube and f
56. RONT ARM SOCKET POSITION STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING FRAMES ONLY FRAMES ONLY Rear Arm Socket LEFT eo LONG SEAT FRAME 18 INCH Crossbrace saddles mount in darkened holes e ec RIGHT Rear of Wheelchair Socket eM Rear Mounting Hole 68 SEAT DEPTH PROCEDURE 10 BACK SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 18 INCH SEAT DEPTH NOTE The following charts are shown with non recliner back hardware only for clarity The back seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs WHEELCHAIR DEPTH BACK POSITION SEAT RAIL POSITION CROSSBRACE OPTIONAL REAR ARM UNDERSIDE VIEW POSITION OPTIONAL SOCKET POSITION OF SEAT RAILS FRONT ARM SOCKET POSITION STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING FRAMES ONLY FRAMES ONLY Rear Arm Socket LEFT as NO e Socket Crossbrace saddles mie LONG SEAT mount in darkened holes o FRAME i e 18 INCH EE Rear of Wheelchair Rear Mounting Hole 69 S T D Bu Nep NOTES NOTES 70 LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS
57. T CASTER FRONT 16 1 2 3 17 3 4 N S T F SIZE S T F 5 TES N j N A 3 5 OR 6 N A 18 bars SN 18 3 4 8 20 8 e o zY ZEE YI HEB TREE 8 INCH FORK POSITION 2 FRONT ASTER FRONT SIZE 17 1 2 3 1834 SEDE SIZE 8 VY Using a spacer with a fork to achieve higher seat to floor heights will maintain a tighter turn ing radius than a larger fork SEAT TO FLOOR PROCEDURE 9 OFFSET CASTER HEADTUBE FRONT SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHTS Referto the following figures to determine the obtainable front seat to floor S T F height for Offset Caster Headtubes with 3 5 6 or 8 inch casters NOTE measurements are in inches The front seat to floor heights are approximate to 1 4 inch UPPER LOWERFRAME FRAME OFFSET MOUNTING MOUNTING CASTER HOLES HOLES HEADTUBE 6 INCH FORK POSITION 1 e Al FRONT CASTER FRONT S T F SIZE S T F l 16 1 2 5 17 3 4 la o 17 6 18 1 4 N A 30R8 N A m 6 INCH FORK POSITION 2 FRONT CASTER FRONT S S T F SIZE S T F 73 16 1 4 3 17 1 2 le 17 1 4 5 18 1 2 17 3 4 19 o N A N A 6 INCH O POSTION 3 FRONT CASTER FRONT S T F SIZE S T F 17 3 18 1 4 18 5 19 1 4 le 18 1 2 19 3 4 le N A N A 8 INCH 1 FRONT CASTER FRONT S T F SIZE S T F N A 3 5 n 6 N A P j 18 3 4 20 8 INCH FORK POSITION 2 FRONT CASTER FRONT S T F S
58. T TO BACK ANGLE CANTILEVER ARMS in PROCEDURE 2 of this manual NOTE If the wheelchair has become less stable af ter changing the back angle reposition the rear wheels Refer to ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual REPOSITIONING THE BACK CHANGING SEAT DEPTH WARNING The seat height seat depth back angle seating sys tem size and position of the rear wheels as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one 1 or any combi nation of the seven 7 may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified tech nician Non Recliners FIGURE 17 1 Determine the necessary back position for the de sired seat depth of the wheelchair Refer to CHANG ING SEAT DEPTHS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual Remove the four 4 hex bolts washers and locknuts that secure the four 4 back angle plates to the wheel chair frame NOTE Note the back angle before removing the hex screws for reinstallation 4 Line up the mounting holes in the back angle plates with the mounting holes determined in STEP 1 5 Reinstall the hex bolts that secure the back angle plates to the wheelchair frame Make sure the back is at the desired angle NOTE Make sure the four
59. THE QUAD RELEASE HANDLE in this section of the manual NOTE During contact activities Invacare recom mends inserting quick release axles with the head end to the inside of the wheelchair to prevent ac cidental release Permanent Axles 1 Remove the hex screw axle spacer and locknut that secure the rear wheel to the axle mounting plate 2 Loosely install the locknut onto the hex screw NOTE This will store all necessary parts for fu ture use 3 Repeat STEPS 1 2 for the opposite rear wheel ormmzrzmom mzum 4 Toreinstall the rear wheel onto the axle mounting plate reverse STEPS 1 3 QUICK RELEASE AXLE NOTE Non Recliner axle Axle Mounting plate shown Plate ROT only for clarity LE ac _ Quick Release Axle PERMANENT AXLE Locknut Axle Mounting E _ NOTE Non Plate Recliner axle plate shown Hex only for Screw clarity FIGURE 1 REMOVING INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS ADJUSTING THE QUICK RELEASE AXLE FIGURE 2 1 Remove rear wheel and quick release axle from the wheelchair 2 Depress detent pin in the quick release axle and slide axle through the wheel hub 3 Release detent pin ensuring that the locking pins are fully released 4 Increase or decrease end play by adjusting the locknut on the end of the quick release axle 45 ormmirzzmom mzum PROCEDURE 6 REAR WHEELS WARNING sure detent an
60. The second assistant should be positioned at the front of the wheelchair lifting upward on a non removable non detachable part of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheel chair is being lowered to the ground The first assistant should stand on the sidewalk and tum the wheelchair so that the rear wheels are against the curb The wheelchair should be tilted back to the balance point and in one continuous downward movement the rear wheels should be pulled up and over the curb DO NOT retum the front casters to the ground until the wheel chair has been pulled backward far enough for the front casters to clear the edge of the curb STAIRWAYS WARNING Do not attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on any removable detachable parts Lifting by means of any removable detachable parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an occupied wheelchair up or down the stairs Invacare recommends using two 2 assistants and making thorough preparations Make sure to use ONLY secure non detachable parts for hand held supports ALWAYS wear your seat restraint Inasmuch as the SEAT RESTRAINT is an option on this wheelchair You may order with or without the seat restraint Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat restraint as an additional safeguard for the wheel chair user Follo
61. X X CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be re placed when necessary TIRES PROCEDURES 5 and 6 Inspect for flat spots and wear X X X f pneumatic tires check for proper inflation recommended tire pres X X X sure is listed on the side wall of the tire CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be re placed when necessary WHEEL LOCKS PROCEDURE 7 Do not interfere with tires when rolling Pivot points free of wear and looseness Wheel locks easy to engage TRIGGER RELEASE LEVER CABLE PROCEDURE 8 X X Cables completely release and handles retum when released GAS CYLINDERS PROCEDURE 8 X X Inspect for leaking oil CLEANING X X Clean upholstery and armrests gt lt gt lt gt lt gt lt 5 T 0 N 0060 gt lt gt lt lt gt lt lt gt lt Xx gt lt 14 TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING CHAIR CHAIR SLUGGISH CASTERS SQUEAKS LOOSENESS CHAIR SOLUTIONS VEERS VEERS TURN OR FLUTTERS AND CHAIR 3 WHEELS RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE RATTLES X X X X X If pneumatic check tires for correct and equal pressure X X X X Check for loose stem nuts and bolts X X X Check that both casters contact the gr
62. al numbered products if the serial number has been removed or defaced products subjected to negligence accident improper operation maintenance or storage products modified without Invacare s express writ ten consent including but not limited to modification through the use of unauthorized parts or attachments products damaged by reason of repairs made to any component without the spe cific consent of Invacare or to a product damaged by circumstances beyond Invacare s control and such evaluation will be solely determined by Invacare The warranty shall not apply to prob lems arising from normal wear or failure to adhere to the following instructions THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRAN TIES IMPLIED WARRANTIES IF ANY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DU RATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN AND THE REMEDY FOR VIOLA TIONS OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE PROVINCIAL LAWS AND RE QUIREMENTS 71 24 PP gt Invacare Corporation www invacare com One Invacare Way Technical Support Invacare is a registered trademark of Invacare Corporation Elyria
63. back to 170 and Repeat STEP 2 only for the opposite gas cylinder 4 Unscrew the existing gas cylinder from the actuator housing and remove the existing gas cylinder from the wheelchair 5 Finger tighten jam nut on the new gas cylinder until it bottoms out on the cylinder rod WARNING Screw the rod of the gas cylinder into the actua tor housing ONLY until the actuator is pointing straight out of the actuator housing MUST LOOK TOO LOW TOO HIGH LIKE THIS Actuator Housing Actuator of the gas cylinder too into the actuator housing will activate the gas cylin ders providing NO support for the back result ing in possible injury to the user and or assis tant 6 Screw the cylinder rod of the new gas cylinder into the actuator housing only until the actuator is straight in the actuator housing Refer to the above WARNING Actuator Housing L Cylinder Rod Jam Nut STEPS 1 5 7 Gas Cylinder Locknut Spacers STEP 2 STEPS 2 9 Socket Bolt Washer STEPS 2 9 STEPS 2 9 24 Recliner S MB Brackets Q o VO FIGURE 4 REPLACING THE GAS CYLINDERS 55 R 5 L R PROCEDURE 8 RECLINER 10 11 12 Tighten the jam nut on the rod of the new gas oylin der that secures the gas cylinder to the actuator hous
64. bility and safety Refer to the SAFETY HANDLING section of this manual When returning occupant of the wheelchair the full upright position body strength will be required for approximately the last twenty 20 degrees of incline reverse recline Make sure to use proper body mechanics use your legs or seek assistance to avoid injury lt I gt SSC lt 4 S T amp H A N D L G 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 techniques involved in the safe operation and main tenance of the wheelchair It is important to practice and master these safe techniques until you are comfortable in maneuvering around the frequently encountered ar chitectural barriers Use this information only as a basic guide The tech niques 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 de scribed in this manual Invacare recognizes and encour ages each individual to try what works best for him her in overcoming architectural obstacles thatthey may encoun ter Techniques in this manual are a starting point for the new wheelchair user and assistant with safety as t
65. ces to the wheelchair frame 4 Remove the hex bolt coved spacers washers and locknut that secure the two 2 existing crossbraces together NOTE Note orientation of coved spacer washer and locknut order for reinstallation 5 Assemble the two 2 new crossbraces together Refer to FIGURE 5 for hardware orientation 6 Determine the mounting hole in the pivot link for the corresponding seat width NOTE Seat widths are stamped on the pivot link Always align the holes in the pivot link and link stop 7 Align the three 3 holes in pivot link and link stop and reinstall the hex bolts and locknuts that secure the pivot link and link stop to the wheelchair frame and crossbrace 8 Reinstall the hex bolts locknuts and crossbrace saddles that secure the bottom of the two 2 new crossbraces to the wheelchair frame NOTE Position crossbrace saddle on wheel chair frame using the self tapping screw and washer on the underside of wheelchair frame as reference Refer to FIGURE 5 9 Install the new upholstery or seating system onto the wheelchair Refer to REPLACING BACK UP HOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual NOTE If a seating system is being used on the wheelchair refer to the seating system Owner s Manual for installation and removal 39 PROCEDURE 4 SEAT Hex Bolt Seat Width Holes Crossbrace Pivot Locknut gt Bracket ocknu OOK Draw Cord Wye L NNO 17502 o Locknut
66. ck and seat upholstery MUST be changed as well 3 Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual 4 Unfold the wheelchair and lay wheelchair on its side If necessary refer to the SAFETY HANDLING sec tion of this manual 5 Remove the four 4 hex screws and coved washers that secure the existing seat rails to the crossbraces 6 Install the new or reposition the existing seat rails to the position determined in STEP 1 7 Secure the new existing seat rails to the crossbraces with the existing coved washers and hex screws 8 Install the new seat upholstery Refer to REPLAC ING THE SEAT UPHOLSTERY in this section of the manual 9 Reposition the back if necessary Refer to REPOSI TIONING THE BACK in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual 10 Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual NOTE If the wheelchair has become less stable after repositioning the seat rails to the desired seat depth reposition the rear wheels Refer to ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH in PRO CEDURE 6 of this manual Seat Rail Crossbrace Hex Screw FIGURE 2 CHANGING REPOSITIONING SEAT RAILS 37 PROCEDURE 4 REPOSITIONING THE CROSSBRACES FIGURE 3 WARNING The seat height seat depth back angle seating sys tem size and position of the rear wheels as well as the user condition direct
67. ck front caster wheel bearings manual to make sure they are clean and free from mois 3 Oil quick quad release axles at least once 1 a ture Use a Teflon lubricant if necessary month 3 in 1 oil or equivalent 10 Check Upholstery for sagging rips or tears 4 Periodically check the back fold down mecha 11 RECLINERS ONLY Periodically check gas cyl nisms to ensure that they lock the back securely inders for oil leaks If oil leak is detected re in place Disassemble and clean if necessary place the gas cylinder s Refer to REPLACING Refer to REPLACING THE LOCKING MECHA THE GAS CYLINDERS in PROCEDURE 8 of NISM IN THE BACK CANE in PROCEDURE 3 this manual of this manual 15 T R U B L S H T G 2 gt 2 2 gt 2 T R G G G S PROCEDURE 1 This Procedure includes the following Installing Footrests Adjusting Footrest Height Installing 3 inch Extension Installing Elevating Legrests Raising Lowering Elevating Legrests and or Adjusting Calfpads Installing Adjusting Adjustable Angle Flip up Footplates Replacing Sector Block Optional Footrest Accessories WARNING After adjustments and before use make sure all attaching hardware is securely tightened INSTALLING FOOTRESTS FIGURE 1 1 Turn the footrest to the side open footplate is perpendicular to wheelchair 2 Insert mounting pin into mounting tube
68. coved washer and locknut that secure the footplate to the footrest support 3 Reposition the footplate to the desire height WARNING DO NOT overtighten Footrest must be able to rotate upward from the horizontal to vertical position 4 Reinstall the socket bolt through the mounting holes of the footplate and footrest support 5 Secure the footplate to the footrest support with the coved washer and locknut Footrest Support Height Adjustment Holes Socket Bolt FIGURE 3 FOOTPLATE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 70 MFX AND 90 FOOTRESTS ONLY 16 FRONT RIGGINGS INSTALLING 3 INCH EXTENSION FIGURE 4 NOTE Make sure to note position of hardware before disassembly of the footrest NOTE If using ANY type of extension with the ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FOOTPLATE refer to INSTALLING ADJUSTING ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FLIP UP FOOTPLATES in this section of the manual 1 Remove any accessories that are attached to the footrests 2 Remove the socket bolt coved washer and lock nut that secure the footplate to the footrest sup port 3 Insert the 3 inch extension into the footrest sup port and align the mounting holes 4 Secure the 3 inch extension to the footrest sup port with new hex bolt washer and locknut 5 Position the footplate at the desired height WARNING DO NOT overtighten Footrest must be able to rotate upward from the horizontal to vertical po sition 6 Reinstall the socket bolt through
69. culating footplate for reinstallation 90 Footrest Support Footplate Hinge Flat Bolts Adjustable Angle Flip Up Nylon Footplate Adjustment Half E eN Clamp gt Washers Clamp Locknuts _ Footplate Hinge FIGURE 7 INSTALLING ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FLIP UP FOOTPLATES 18 FRONT RIGGINGS 2 Move the adjustable angle flip up footplate to one 1 of four 4 mounting positions 3 Retighten the two 2 flat bolts washers and lock nuts NOTE The settings for positioning the adjustable angle flip up footplates on the half clamps may vary for each footplate Adjustable Angle Flip up Footplate Angle Adjustment FIGURES 7 AND 8 1 Loosen but do not remove the two 2 flat bolts and locknuts that secure the adjustable angle flip up footplate to the footplate hinge 2 Position the adjustable angle flip up footplate to the necessary angle to accommodate the user 3 Retighten the two 2 flat bolts and locknuts Adjustable Looking From Angle Flip up Inside Towards Footplate the Outside of the Wheelchair b Footplate Hinge FIGURE 8 ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FLIP UP FOOTPLATE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT Adjustable Angle Flip up Footplate Perpendicular and or Inversion Eversion Adjustment FIGURES 7 AND 9 NOTE It is not necessary to remove the footplate to perform this adjustment 1 Insert a flathead screwdriver through the half clamp on the adjustable angle f
70. d locking pins of the quick release axle are fully released BE FORE operating the wheelchair Keep locking pins clean 5 Reinstall rear wheel onto the wheelchair Axle Mounting Plate Locknut AE Y E t Locking 1 Pins Detent L HERE Pin Quick Release Axle Wheel Hub FIGURE 2 ADJUSTING THE QUICK RELEASE AXLE INSTALLING THE QUAD RELEASE AXLE FIGURE 3 1 Remove rear wheel and the existing quick re lease axle from the wheelchair 2 Remove the existing quick release axle from the rear wheel hub 3 Insert the new quad release axle through the rear wheel hub 4 Slide the locking collar onto the quad release axle until it is snug against the rear wheel and tighten securely with the allen screw 5 Reinstall rear wheel and the quad release axle onto the wheelchair Allen Screw Axle Mounting Plate Quad Release Axle a cem Locking Collar Rear Wheel Hub FIGURE 3 INSTALLING THE QUAD RELEASE AXLE WARNING sure detent locking pins of the quad release axle are fully released BEFORE op erating the wheelchair Keep locking pins clean 6 Flip the handle of the quad release axle down to release the detent pin ensuring that the locking pins are fully released 7 If detent pin does not fully release proceed to AD JUSTING THE QUAD RELEASE HANDLE 8 Repeat STEPS 1 7 for the opposite rear
71. d rear arm sockets for the conventional arm option two 2 point attaching arms may need repositioning depending on the new back position Refer to REPOSITION ING THE CONVENTIONAL ARMS in PROCEDURE 2 of this manual Z 3d umo mo 2 3 After determining the seat rail position for the necessary seat depth refer to CHANGING REPOSITIONING THE SEAT RAILS in PROCEDURE 4 of this manual E 4 After determining the crossbrace position for the necessary seat depth refer to CHANGING SEAT WIDTH REPOSITIONING CROSSBRACES in PROCEDURE 4 of this manual 63 PROCEDURE 10 SEAT DEPTH BACK SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 12 INCH SEAT DEPTH NOTE The following charts are shown with non recliner back hardware only for clarity The back Rear of Wheelchair S seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs E WHEELCHAIR DEPTH BACK POSITION SEAT RAIL POSITION CROSSBRACE T OPTIONAL REAR ARM UNDERSIDE VIEW POSITION OPTIONAL SOCKET POSITION OF SEAT RAILS FRONT ARM SOCKET D POSITION E P STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING T FRAMES ONLY FRAMES ONLY H Will create NO gap near Amn LEFT Front Arm X Socket S tots Socket Crossbrace saddles SHORT SEAT Ms 0 sss mount darkened holes FRAME 7 ecceco 14 INCH RIGHT Rear Mounting Hole MEDIUM SEAT FRAME LEFT
72. de of wheelchair frame as reference Re fer to FIGURE 4 10 Reinstall the seat rails onto the crossbraces Refer to CHANGING REPOSITIONING SEAT RAILS in this section of the manual 11 Install the new back and seat upholstery onto the wheelchair Refer to REPLACING BACK UPHOL STERY in PROCEDURE 3 and REPLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY in this section of the manual 38 SEAT Seat Rail Locknut Hex Bolt Wheelchair Frame Lower Crossbrace Saddle Self Tapping Screw and Washer PROCEDURE 4 Crossbrace Note orientation of hex bolt bushing washers coved washers and locknut Hex Bolt for installation of new Pivot Link crossbraces FIGURE 4 CHANGING SEAT WIDTH STANDARD FOLDING FRAMES Folding Frames Without Seat Rails FIGURE 5 1 Remove upholstery or seating system from the wheelchair Refer to REPLACING BACK UPHOL STERY in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual NOTE If adjusting the seat width of the wheel chair the back if equipped and seat upholstery MUST be changed as well NOTE If a seating system is being used on the wheelchair refer to the seating system Owner s Manual for installation and removal 2 Remove the hex bolts and locknuts that secure the two 2 pivot links and two 2 link stops to the wheel chair frame and crossbraces 3 Remove the hex bolts locknuts and lower cross brace saddles that secure the bottom of the two 2 crossbra
73. e Secure the trigger release lever to the back cane with the phillips bolt and locknut CAUTION DO NOT over tighten the new cable into the actua tor housing Damage to the actuator housing can occur 8 Screw the end of the new recliner cable into the ac tuator housing until new cable is tightened securely 9 Install the end of the new recliner cable onto the ac tuator NOTE Make sure the new recliner cable is positioned in the slot in the actuator 10 Resecure the recliner cable to the back cane with tie wraps 11 Repeat REMOVING EXISTING RECLINER CABLES and INSTALLING NEW RECLINER CABLES for the opposite recliner cable if necessary 12 Test the operation of the gas cylinders Refer to AD JUSTING THE GAS CYLINDERS in this section of the manual REPLACING THE GAS CYLINDERS FIGURE 4 WARNING Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and ad justed properly BEFORE using the recliner DO NOT operate the recliner if only one 1 of the gas cylin ders is operational adjusted properly 1 Loosen the jam nut on the rod of the existing gas cylinder that secures the gas cylinder to the actuator housing 2 Remove the socket bolt washer spacers and locknut that secure the bottom of the existing gas cylinder to the recliner brackets 3 Perform one 1 of the following A Replacing both gas cylinders Repeat STEPS 1 2 for the opposite gas cylinder B Replacing one 1 gas cylinder Recline the
74. e if necessary 2 Remove the button bolt and locknut that se cure the existing wheel lock handle and spacer to the wheel lock assembly 3 Attach the looped end of the elastic cord of the wheel lock extension handle over the spacer of the existing wheel lock handle 4 Reattach the existing wheel lock handle and spacer onto the wheel lock assembly and se cure with the button bolt and locknut NOTE The elastic cord is made of stretchable material and may be adjusted to a tight or loose fit to meet the need of the user 5 Remove the black tip of the wheel lock exten sion handle 6 Push the opposite end of the elastic cord up and through the slotted hole in the wheel lock extension handle 7 Run the elastic cord through the washer and tie a knot in the elastic cord above the washer 51 2 T 5 PROCEDURE 7 WHEEL LOCKS ANTI TIPPERS 8 Pull the elastic back down into the wheel 2 Adjustthe anti tippers Refer to ADJUSTING THE lock extension handle ANTI TIPPERS in this section of the manual 9 Reinstall the black rubber tip onto the wheel lock extension handle H 10 Slide the wheel lock extension handle over the existing wheel lock handle L 7 Knot Washer L Wheel Lock Wheelchair Extension Frame Handle K Locking Pins S 4 Release Buttons Existing g Wheel Lock Handle FIGURE 3 I
75. e and against the caster headtube 8 Securely tighten the hex bolt washer and locknut that secure the caster headtube to the wheelchair frame Offset Caster Headtubes FIGURE 4 Make sure the wheelchair is on a flat surface 2 Loosen but do not remove the bottom socket bolt washer and locknut that secure the caster headtube to the wheelchair frame 3 Remove the TOP washer and locknut that secure the adjustment cam to the caster headtube 4 Remove the adjustment cam from the caster headtube 5 Position a large right triangle or L square on the flat surface and against the caster headtube 6 Move the caster headtube back and forth until the caster headtube is perpendicular to the ground floor 7 Reinstall the adjustment cam onto the TOP socket screw that secures the adjustment cam to the caster headtube Caster Headtube a L Square 65 Caster Fork 3 Caster Headtube Adjustment Cam Channel FIGURE 4 OFFSET CASTER HEADTUBES 42 CASTERS PROCEDURE 5 8 Rotate the adjustment cam until it sits flush in the Repositioning the Caster Headtubes channel oru casier 1 Determine the front caster position required for NOTE An indexing notch has been put on the the desired seat to floor height Refer to CHANG adjustment cam to help determine the position of ING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE the adjustment cam on the opposite cast
76. e lower portion of the backrest which assists in maintaining a neutral pelvis The upper portion can then be adjusted to follow the natural curvature of the spine bringing the back over the pelvis in a position of balance relative to the center of gravity FIGURE 6 FIGURE 6 The best point of control for the pelvis is near the Pos terior Superior Spine P S I S The upper trunk should be relined until a balanced posture is achieved approximately 10 to 15 degrees FIGURE 7 10 15 Angle P S I S j FIGURE 7 For individuals who have fixed kyphotic spine the backrest can be adjusted to allow for an increased recline while providing increased contact and support of the back FIGURE 8 Adjust Backrest to Conform to Fixed Kyphotic Deformity Open Seat to Back Angle if Possible FIGURE 8 The height of the backrest and the amount of control provided by the adjustable tension upholstery will vary depending on the abilities of the user An active paraple gic SCI may require minimal back height which adds posterior stability to the pelvis and lets the trunk assume a natural balance over the top edge of the wheelchair upholstery A less active para with a higher level of in jury or a quadriplegic may require a higher backrest with an increased level of recline FIGURE 9 FIGURE 9 The effect of back support and the angle of the backrest are interconnected Changes to one often req
77. efore any disassembly pro cedures are performed 2 Remove all air from the bar by pressing down on the pin in the center of the valve stem 3 While carefully holding the tire bar and rim strip to one side hold the phillips bolts and remove the lock nuts that secure the handrim to the rear wheel Remove the existing handrim from the rear wheel 5 Position the projection handrim mounting holes with the mounting holes in the rear wheel 6 While carefully holding the tire bar and rim strip to one side hold the phillips bolts and securely tighten the locknuts that secure the handrim to the rear wheel E Phillips Bolts Handrim Locknut FIGURE 7 INSTALLING PROJECTION HANDRIMS SPOKE REAR WHEELS 48 REAR WHEELS PROCEDURE 6 WARNING DO NOT inflate tire until it is completely assembled 7 Inflate the tire to the correct psi rating on the sidewall of the tire WARNING Make sure detent pin and locking pins of the quick quad release axles are fully released BEFORE op erating the wheelchair 8 Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair 9 If the locking pins of the quick quad release axles are not protruding past the inside of the axle bushing or there is too much movement of the rear wheel assembly in a back and forth position refer to AD JUSTING THE QUICK RELEASE AXLE or AD JUSTING THE QUAD RELEASE HANDLE in this section of the manual 10 Repeat the procedure for t
78. el from the wheelchair 2 Remove the existing handrim from the rear wheel Refer to HANDRIM REPLACEMENT in this sec tion of the manual 3 Using the LONG screws assemble the links to the projection handrim 4 Position one 1 link with one 1 of the mounting holes in the rear wheel Locknut Washer Links at an approximate 45 a Angle in the same direction Projection Handrim e px FIGURE 6 INSTALLING PROJECTION HANDRIMS COMPOSITE REAR WHEELS 5 Install a SHORT screw through the link and the rear wheel and loosely tighten with washer and locknut 6 Repeat STEPS 3 and 4 for one 1 link on the oppo site side of the rear wheel NOTE The links will attach to the rear wheel at an approximate 45 angle in the same direction 7 Repeat STEPS 3 and 4 for the remaining links 8 Securely tighten the washers and locknuts that se cure the projection handrim to the rear wheel 9 Reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair 10 If the locking pins of the quick quad release axles are not protruding past the inside of the axle bushing or there is too much movement of the rear wheel assembly in a back and forth position refer to AD JUSTING THE QUICK RELEASE AXLE or AD JUSTING THE QUAD RELEASE HANDLE in this section of the manual 11 Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel Spoke Rear Wheels FIGURE 7 1 Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair WARNING Tire MUST be deflated b
79. emove the end of the existing recliner cable from the slot in the trigger release lever 7 Unscrew the fitting end of the existing recliner cable from the trigger release lever 8 Unscrew the cable locking nut that secures the exist ing recliner cable to the actuator housing 9 Remove the end ofthe existing recliner cable from the actuator 10 Remove the existing recliner cable from the wheel chair Installing New Recliner Cables 1 Screw the new recliner cable into the trigger release lever until the fitting end of the cable is flush with the inside of the handle Refer to DETAIL A 2 Reinstall the locknut into the trigger release lever if necessary NOTE Refer to DETAIL A for STEPS 3 6 3 Install the end of the new recliner cable into the slot in the trigger release lever 4 Screwthe cable locking collar onto the trigger release lever until the collar bottoms out on the trigger release lever DETAIL A Trigger Release Recliner Lever E Cable Cable Fitting End Locking Nut Cable Locking Collar Phillips 2 Bolt C I Back Cane Tie Locknut Wraps Actuator Housing Cable Locking Nut FIGURE 3 REPLACING THE RECLINER CABLES 54 RECLINER PROCEDURE 8 5 While holding the cable locking collar and locking nut tighten the cable locking nut againstthe cable locking collar Reposition the trigger release lever on the back can
80. en the front of the seat up holstery and the ground floor NOTE For Folding and Rigid Frames w o seat rails subtract 1 3 4 inches from S T F listed below This will give distance from top of side frame to floor Front lt Seat to Floor FIGURE 2 FRONT SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT DETERMINATION Seat Dump The rear seat to floor height measurement in com bination with the front seat to floor height mea surement determine the amount of seat dump the wheelchair will have For Example An 18 1 4 inch front seat to floor height measurement MINUS a 17 inch rear seat to floor height measurement EQUALS 1 1 4 inches of seat dump NOTE Invacare recommends that the rear seat to floor height be AT LEAST 3 8 inch shorter than the front seat to floor height Otherwise a forward seat dump can occur 57 oor ML Eb Mul NUN PROCEDURE 9 SEAT TO FLOOR CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT Rear Seat to Floor Height WARNING NEVER use the Standard Multi Position or Offset Multi Position axle plates with the recliner option Using the Standard Multi Position or Offset Multi Position axle plates WILL reduce the stability of the wheelchair causing injury to the user and or assistant s The following axle mounting positions for rear seat to floor height apply to ANY of the axle mounting plates After determining axle mounting plate placement for nec essary rear seat to fl
81. er 9 of this manual headtube 2 Remove the attaching hardware that secures the 9 Reinstall the washer and locknut that secure the caster headtube to the wheelchair adjustment cam to the caster headtube 3 Reposition the caster headtube to the position 10 Repeat STEPS 2 9 for the opposite side of the determined in STEP 1 wheelchair 4 Re secure the caster headtube to the wheelchair with the existing hardware Refer to FIGURE 5 CASTER HEADTUBE MOUNTING correct hardware orientation ADJUSTMENTS FIGURE 5 5 Repeat STEPS 2 4 for the opposite side of the Leading or Trailing Caster Headtube Positioning wheelchair Offset Caster Headtubes Only ii E LEADING Mount the casters on the wheelchair frame with the caster headtube towards the front of the wheel chair to Lengthen the Wheelbase TRAILING Mount the casters on the wheelchair frame with the caster headtube towards the rear of the wheel chair to Shorten the Wheelbase NOTE The wheelchair is shipped from the fac tory with the caster headtube in the TRAILING po sition Positioning Casters on Inside of Wheelchair Mounting Caster Headtubes on the Inside of the Wheelchair Frame WARNING pie Mounting casters on the inside of the wheelchair HEADTUBE frame WILL reduce the stability of the wheelchair HARDWARE Try various caster positions to find the safest caster position for your needs NOTE To mount the caster headtubes on the in side of the w
82. ets and wheelchair frame and tighten securely Refer to FIGURE 18 for correct hardware orientation 6 Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual NOTE If the wheelchair has become less stable after repositioning the back to the desired seat depth reposition the rear wheels Refer to AD JUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH in PROCE DURE 6 of this manual Recliner Brackets Washers Locknuts Hex Bolts NEVER USE THE REAR TWO 2 RECLINER BRACKET MOUNTING HOLES FIGURE 18 REPOSITIONING THE BACK CHANGING SEAT DEPTH RECLINERS REPOSITIONING BACK FOR 2 OR 3 INCH SEAT CUSHION RECLINERS ONLY FIGURE 19 1 Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual 2 Remove the hex bolts washers and locknuts that secure the recliner brackets to the wheel chair frame 3 Refer to FIGURE 19 to determine the recliner bracket mounting position for the correspond ing seat cushion height 35 0 PROCEDURE 3 4 Position the recliner brackets on the wheelchair frame at the position determined in STEP 3 5 Reinstall the hex bolts washers and locknuts through the recliner brackets and wheelchair frame and tighten securely Refer to FIGURE 19 for correct hardware orientation 6 Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WH
83. hair by moving the rear wheels to ANY of the forward positions Moving the rear wheels to ANY of the forward positions WILL change the center of gravity of the wheelchair making the wheelchair less stable ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable in the FULL RECLINED back at 170 position AND the FULL UPRIGHT back at 90 position BEFORE using the recliner option NEVER use the Standard Multi Position or Offset Multi Position axle plates with the recliner option Using the Standard Multi Position or Offset Multi Position axle plates WILL reduce the stability of the wheelchair causing injury to the user and or assistant s Before using the recliner option make sure the anti tipper wheel assemblies are in the lowest adjust ment hole adjustment hole closest to the ground floor ALWAYS use the seat restraint ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining reverse recline the wheelchair Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and adjusted properly BEFORE using recliner DO NOT operate the recliner option if only one 1 of the gas cylinders is operational or adjusted properly NEVER use the rear two 2 recliner bracket mounting holes when using the recliner option Using the rear two 2 recliner bracket mounting holes WILL make the wheelchair less stable possibly causing injury Make sure the patient is properly positioned in the wheelchair before reclining or inclining re verse recline to maintain maximum sta
84. hair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified tech nician After adjustments and before use make sure all at taching hardware is securely tightened 1 Determine the rear wheel position for the desired seat to floor height Refer to CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair Remove the four 4 hex screws locknuts and eight 8 coved washers that secure the axle mounting plate to the wheelchair 4 Position the axle mounting plate with the mount ing holes in the wheelchair frame determined in STEP 1 NOTE Allegro Rigid Frame ONLY To install axle mounting plate into its highest or lowest position one crossmember will use an axle plate mounting hole Install hex screw through the axle plate coved washer wheelchair frame and the rigid crossmember 5 the axle mounting plate to the wheelchair frame Refer to FIGURE 10 for correct hardware ori entation Torque to 60 inch pounds 6 Repeat STEPS 3 5 forthe opposite side of the wheel chair Locknuts Coved Washers Coved Washers di 82 Hex Screws FIGURE 10 ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL HEIGHT 50 WHEEL LOCKS ANTI TIPPERS PROCEDURE 7 This Procedure includes the following Adjusting the Wheel Locks Wheel Lock Extension Handle Installation Installing Adjusting the Anti tippers WARNING
85. he most important consideration for all STABILITY AND BALANCE WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat restraint Inasmuch as the SEAT RESTRAINT is an option on this wheelchair You may order with or without the seat restraint Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat restraint as an additional safeguard for the wheel chair user To assure stability and proper operation of your wheel chair you must at all times wear your seat restraint and maintain proper balance Your wheelchair has been de signed to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities as long as you do not move beyond the center of gravity 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 wheel chair 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 whenever tilting the wheel chair or traversing curbs or other impediments Also be aware of any removable detachable parts These must NEVER be used for hand held
86. he opposite rear wheel if Phillips ES Bolt Hanarim WESS NN SPOKE NS NS REAR l WHEEL Lu Locknut B5 COMPOSITE Button Screw REAR WHEELS FIGURE 5 HANDRIM REPLACEMENT Composite Rear Wheels 1 Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair Re ferto REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual 2 Remove the button screws and washers that se cure the handrim to the rear wheel 3 Remove the existing handrim Install the new handrim by reversing the above procedures WARNING Make sure detent pin and locking pins of the quick quad release axles are fully released BE FORE operating the wheelchair 47 R E A R W H E E L S ormmirzzmom mzzm PROCEDURE 6 REAR WHEELS 5 Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual 6 Ifthe locking pins of the quick quad release axles are not protruding past the inside of the axle bush ing or there is too much movement of the rear wheel assembly in a back and forth position refer to ADJUSTING THE QUICK RELEASE AXLE or ADJUSTING THE QUAD RELEASE HANDLE in this section of the manual 7 Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel if necessary INSTALLING PROJECTION HANDRIMS NOTE The following procedures will work for any type of projection handrim Composite Rear Wheels FIGURE 6 Remove the rear whe
87. he opposite rear wheel if necessary REPAIRING REPLACING REAR WHEEL TIRE TUBE WARNING Replacement of a rear wheel tire or tube MUST be performed by an authorized Invacare dealer or quali fied technician ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH FIGURE 8 WARNING The seat height seat depth back angle seating sys tem size and position of the rear wheels as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one 1 or any combi nation of the seven 7 may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified tech nician RECLINERS ONLY Before using ANY recline position of this wheelchair make sure the rear wheels are in the MOST REARWARD position in the Extended Multi Position axle plate to main tain the stability of the wheelchair Do not change the handling maneuverability of the wheelchair by moving the rear wheels to ANY of the forward positions Moving the rear wheels to ANY of the forward positions WILL change the center of grav ity of the wheelchair making the wheelchair less stable WARNING Wheel locks MUST be adjusted BEFORE using the wheelchair Anti tippers if equipped MUST be repositioned BEFORE using the wheelchair Lengthening the Wheelbase will increase stability and maintain standard maneuverability of the wheelchair Shortening the Wheelbase will increase maneuverabil ity and distr
88. heelchair frame reposition the right caster headtube on the left side of the wheelchair and the left caster headtube on the right side of the wheelchair OFFSET CASTER Height Adjustment HEADTUBE HARDWARE Depending on the seat to floor height required it may be necessary to reposition the caster headtube on the wheelchair frame to an upper or lower position Lower Position Upper Position FIGURE 5 CASTER HEADTUBE MOUNTING ADJUSTMENTS 43 PROCEDURE 5 CASTERS INSTALLING QUICK RELEASE CASTERS FIGURE 6 WARNING Pull on quick release casters each time BE FORE using the wheelchair to make sure they are securely locked onto the wheelchair frame There are several configurations of the quick release caster If caster fork stem DOES NOT look like the drawing in FIGURE 6 when in stalled DO NOT USE Contact Customer Ser vice 1 800 333 6900 ANOTE ABOUT QUICK RELEASE CASTERS Quick release casters are an option that allow for quick and easy removal of the casters from the wheelchair so the wheelchair can be stored and transported conveniently When using the quick re lease caster option a spring loaded caster head tube cap will be used instead of a stem nut to se cure the front caster to the chair frame Unlike the stem nut the caster head tube cap is not adjust able and thus caster flutter will be more evident with the quick release caster option than it would be with the standard caster attac
89. hing hardware 1 Remove the hex screw and locknut that secure the front caster and the two 2 spacers to the fork 2 Remove the dust cover on the top of the head tube 3 While holding the fork and using a socket wrench remove the locknut that secures the fork and spacer in the headtube of the wheel chair NOTE The dust cover and locknut are not used with the quick release casters Keep them for future use 4 Remove the existing fork and install the quick release caster fork through the head tube of the wheelchair making sure the fork stem is approxi mately 1 4 inch above the caster head tube WARNING Make sure the detent pin of the quick release caster headtube cap is fully released BEFORE operating the wheelchair 5 Depress the detent pin of the quick release caster headtube cap and install over the top of the quick release caster fork stem 6 Release the detent pin of the quick release caster headtube cap and pull on the fork to make sure the fork is securely attached to the wheel chair 7 Reinstall the two 2 spacers and caster onto the quick release caster fork 8 Repeat this procedure for the opposite side Approximately 1 4 inch Quick Release Caster Fork Stem Caster Headtube Quick Release Dust _ Cover DetentPin Headtube Locknut gt Heaatube 0 Fork Stem ARES Fork Hex Screw FIGURE 6
90. ibute additional weight onto the rear wheels Centering the Wheelbase gives you maneuverability and stability 1 Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual 2 Loosenthetwo 2 jam nutsthat secure the axle bush ing to the axle mounting plate 3 Move the axle bushing forward or rearward to the desired position 4 Securely tighten the jam nuts that secure the axle bushing to the axle mounting plate 5 Reinstallthe rear wheel onto the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual 6 RepeatSTEPS 1 5 forthe opposite side of the wheel chair Jam Nuts Lengthening Rearward Axle Mounting Plate Shortening Forward Axle Bushing Make sure the rear wheels are in the MOST REARWARD position to main tain the stability of the wheelchair FIGURE 8 ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH 49 R R W H E E L S ormmirzzazox mzum PROCEDURE 6 REAR WHEELS NOTE Make sure the number of threads showing beyond the outside jam nut is the SAME for both rear wheels This will help avoid a 3 wheeling situation 7 Adjust the wheel locks Refer to ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCKS in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual 8 If wheelchair is equipped with anti tippers adjust to maintain proper clearance Refer to AD JUSTING THE
91. ing the set screws on the out side T arm post will make it easier to move the inside T arm post up and down 3 Lock the T arm by flipping the T arm release lever towards the front of the wheelchair T Arm Release Lever Unlocked Position Set Inside T Arm Post Screws Outside T Arm Post T Arm Release Lever Locked Position FIGURE ADJUSTING THE T ARMS HEIGHT Width FIGURE 4 1 Remove the two 2 phillips screws that secure the arm pad to the arm tube Turn the arm pad around and reposition the arm pad on the arm tube Re secure the arm pad to the arm tube with the two 2 phillips screws Repeat for the opposite side if necessary S Phillips Screw Arm Pad Arm Tube Phillips Screw FIGURE 4 ADJUSTING THE T ARMS WIDTH Depth FIGURE 5 1 Remove the two 2 phillips screws that secure the arm pad to the arm tube Remove the two 2 socket screws that secure the arm tube to the T arm post PROCEDURE 2 3 Reposition the arm tube on the T arm post A Desk Length Arms to one 1 of three 3 posi tions depending on the desired arm pad depth B Full Length Arms to one 1 of five 5 posi tions depending on the desired arm pad depth NOTE Additional positions are obtainable by turn ing the arm tube 180 4 Re secure the arm tube to the T arm post with the two 2 socket screws 5 Reattach the arm pad to the arm tube with the
92. ion of the new back upholstery cover on the seat upholstery 10 Adjust the slack in the new back upholstery cover and then secure to the seat upholstery THE ADJUSTABLE TENSION STRAPS The straps can be adjusted at various levels of ten sion to accommodate individual end users In a typi cal scenario the bottom two 2 straps can be ad justed tightly to support and or assist the extensor muscles 29 AO gt 0 PROCEDURE 3 The top two 2 straps would be left looser to allow the upper body to lean back over the upholstery to fight grav ity This configuration may enable the back canes to be lowered for a quad In another instance you might loosen all of the straps and allow the end user to sink all the way back into the wheelchair Every person will be different Let the therapist experi ment with different positions and then decide It is easy to change THE BACK UPHOLSTERY COVER The back upholstery cover is designed for three 3 reasons 1 Itis as a modesty cover to prevent one s posterior from protruding out of the wheelchair 2 lt keeps the cushion from sliding out of the back of the wheelchair Itis a sacral support depending upon how far or tight the flap is pulled under the seat cushion WHY USE ADJUSTABLE BACK UPHOLSTERY A CLINICAL DISCUSSION The flexible sling upholstery commonly used on wheel chairs allows the wheelchair to fold without removing rigid components Sling upholstery will s
93. ired 10 Reinstall the T arm socket onto the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING THE T ARM SOCKETS in this section of the manual Hex Screws A Optional Locking Pi Locking FINS Wheelchair Frame Washers Arm Clamp T Arm Socket Hex Screws and Washers T Arm Socket Hex Screws and Washers FIGURE 6 ADJUSTING THE T ARMS T ARM SOCKETS ADJUSTING THE TRANSFER ASSISTS AND OR SIDE GUARDS T ARMS FIGURE 7 1 Remove the T arm from the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING THE T ARMS in this section of the manual 2 Remove the bottom socket screw that secures the side guard to the bottom clamp ARMS 3 Move the bottom clamp to one 1 of three 3 mounting holes in the side guard NOTE The middle mounting hole is the stan dard mounting position for rigid wheelchairs NOTE The bottom mounting hole is the stan dard mounting position for folding wheelchairs NOTE The top mounting hole is an optional mounting position for folding or rigid wheelchairs 4 Re secure the side guard to the bottom clamp with the socket screw 5 Install the T arm onto the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING THE T ARMS in this section of the manual T Arm Transfer Assist au Socket d re 18 Screws d Bottom Clamp FIGURE 7 ADJUSTING THE TRANSFER ASSISTS AND OR SIDE GUARDS T ARMS REPLACING THE LOCKING LEVER
94. k angle seating sys tem size and position of the rear wheels as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one 1 or any com bination of the seven 7 may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed authorized dealer qualified technician After adjustments and before use make sure all at taching hardware is securely tightened SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT DETERMINATION Rear Seat to floor Height FIGURE 1 Rear seat to floor height is determined by measuring the distance between the rear of the seat upholstery and the ground floor NOTE The rear seat to floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free in serts If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires subtract 1 4 inch from the measurements listed on the following pages All heights are approximate to 1 4 inch due to tire wear and air pressure NOTE For Folding and Rigid Frames w o seat rails subtract 1 3 4 inches from S T F listed below This will give distance from top of side frame to floor Rear Seat to Floor sd FIGURE 1 REAR SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT DETERMINATION Front Seat to Floor Height FIGURE 2 NOTE The front seat to floor heights are ap proximate to 1 4 inch Front seat to floor height is determined by measur ing the distance betwe
95. les NEED FRAME co 18 9 9 mount in darkened holes 16 INCH RIGHT A Rear of Wheelchair Front Mounting Hole Rear A Approximate 2 inch gap Front Arm fe Socket ud LONG SEAT n Crossbrace saddles ess FRAME 2 s e I3 mount in darkened holes 18 INCH ee i RIGHT 0 Front Mounting Hole 65 TZ 2 umo mo PROCEDURE 10 SEAT DEPTH BACK SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 14 INCH SEAT DEPTH NOTE The following charts are shown with non recliner back hardware only for clarity The back seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs WHEELCHAIR DEPTH BACK POSITION SEAT RAIL POSITION CROSSBRACE OPTIONAL REAR ARM UNDERSIDE VIEW POSITION OPTIONAL SOCKET POSITION OF SEAT RAILS FRONT ARM SOCKET POSITION STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING FRAMES ONLY FRAMES ONLY O Will create NO gap pou LEFT Front Arm gt 00 00 Socket SHORT SEAT Crossbrace saddles FRAME mount in darkened holes 14 INCH penc RIGHT dE Will create LEFT Front Arm _ 8 oo NC Socket pl MEDIUM SEAT Crossbrace saddles EN 5 FRAME mount in darkened holes le 16 INCH RIGHT LA sce
96. liner cables to the existing back canes 6 Remove the socket bolts washers and locknuts that secure the actuator housing to the existing back canes 7 Remove the socket bolts coved washers wash ers and locknuts that secure the existing back canes to the recliner brackets 8 Remove the existing back canes from the recliner brackets WARNING The back canes MUST be fastened securely to the seat frame BEFORE using the wheelchair 9 Position the new back canes on the recliner brack ets and tighten securely with the socket bolts coved washers washers and locknuts 10 Position the actuator housings on the new back canes and tighten securely with the socket bolts washers and locknuts 11 Secure the recliner cables to the new back canes with tie wraps 12 Insert the folding handle into the new back canes 13 Position the recliner handles on the new back canes Folding Phillips Bolt Headrest Handle STEPS3 14 Extension Tube STEP 4 pu eder NS STEPS 6 10 Trigger 2 Release bora Lever m Locknut STEPS 6 10 Locknut STEPS 3 14 gt Tie Wraps STEPS 5 11 Socket Bolt STEPS 6 10 Back Cane A Washer Coved Washers STEPS 6 10 STEPS 7 9 Actuator Housing yi Washer STEP 6 STEPS 7 9 Socket Bolt pu STEPS 7 9 D N STEPS 7 9 Recliner Brackets FIGURE 13 ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT RECLINER BACKS PR
97. lip up footplate 2 Slowly turn the nylon adjustment screw in or out until the adjustable angle flip up footplate is per pendicular to the footrest assembly or the desired inversion eversion is obtained Adjustable Looking From the Front T Angle Flip Up Towards the Rear of Footplate the Wheelchair ee ere pn m W J Half Clamp eee 4 FIGURE 9 ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FLIP UP FOOTPLATE PERPENDICULAR AND OR INVERSION EVERSION ADJUSTMENT FRONT RIGGINGS PROCEDURE 1 REPLACING SECTOR BLOCK FIGURE 10 3 Remove the phillips bolt and locknut that secure the heel loop to the footplate 1 Remove the hex screw and washer that secure the existing sector block to the wheelchair frame 4 Slide heel loop over the pivot tube z 2 Position the new sector block on the wheelchair 9 Replace heel loop frame Make sure the locking pin is facing UP 6 Reverse STEPS 1 5 to install the new heel loop 3 Secure the new sector block to the wheelchair NOTE When securing the heel loop to the footrest T frame with the existing hex screw and washer assembly tighten the phillips bolt and locknut until DN Screw the spacer is secure R Wheelchair ES No Pus n Support oved Washer Frame Tc Washer Heel Loop G m Phillips Bolt Pivot Tube N xo e Sector Block P G ki Spacer p Locking Pin 5 g Footplate Locknut REPLACIN ECTO
98. ly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one 1 or any combi nation of the seven 7 may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified tech nician 1 Determine the necessary self tapping screw and washer position for the desired seat depth of the wheelchair Refer to CHANGING SEAT DEPTHS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 2 Remove the hex bolts locknuts and lower crossbrace saddles that secure the bottom of the two 2 crossbraces to the wheelchair frame 3 Loosen but do not remove the hex bolts and lock nuts that secure the two 2 pivot links to the wheel chair frame and crossbraces 4 Reposition the self tapping screw and washer to the position determined in STEP 1 5 Reverse STEPS 2 3 to reassemble wheelchair NOTE If the wheelchair has become less stable af ter repositioning the self tapping screw and washer tothe desired seat depth reposition the rear wheels Refer to ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual Pivot Links Hex Bolts Loosen But Do Not Remove Hex Bolts and Locknuts Wheelchair Frame Lower Crossbrace Saddle Self Tapping Screw and Washer FIGURE 3 REPOSITIONING THE CROSSBRACES SEAT CHANGING SEAT WIDTH WARNING The following procedure must be performed by an authorized Invacare dealer or qualified technician Standard Folding Frames FIGUR
99. mounting holes in the back canes Reinstall the two 2 phillips screws and securely tighten Run the nylon cord evenly through the two 2 D rings Run the nylon cord through the cord lock Push star wheel into cord lock to hold the nylon cord in place 10 Tie a knot in the nylon cord and cut the excess if desired Fabric Clothing Guard Fastening Strap Seat Upholstery Phillips Screw D ring Star Wheel Nylon Cord FIGURE 14 INSTALLING FABRIC CLOTHING GUARDS INSTALLING RIGID SIDE GUARDS FIGURE 15 1 Position the unthreaded half clamp on the INSIDE of the wheelchair frame Position the threaded half clamp on the OUTSIDE of the wheelchair frame Install the washer and socket screw through the two 2 half clamps and loosely tighten Slide the rigid side guard into the slot on the threaded half clamp ARMS 5 Determine the necessary position for the rigid side guard Securely tighten the two 2 half clamps together with the socket screw Washer Socket Screw Unthreaded Half Clamp Rigid Side Guard Threaded Half Clamp Wheelchair Frame FIGURE 15 INSTALLING RIGID SIDE GUARDS ADJUSTING CONVENTIONAL ARM HEIGHT REMOVING OR REPLACING CONVENTIONAL ARMS FIGURE 16 WARNING Make sure the armrest release levers are secured 26 before using the wheelchair Adjusting Conventional Arm Height 1 Unlock the conventional arm by flipping the arm re
100. mounting position of ING INSTALLING FRONT CASTER ASSEM the existing front caster for installation of the BLIES in this section of the manual hew front caster 9 To properly tighten caster journal system and NOTE If repositioning front casters on a six or guard against flutter perform the following check eight inch front fork refer to CHANGING SEAT a Tip front of wheelchair off floor TO FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 9 of this b Pivot forks and casters to top of their arc manual to determine the front caster position simultaneously needed for the required seat to floor height c Let casters drop to bottom of arc wheels 3 Replace front caster and reverse STEPS 1 2 should swing once to one side then immedi ately rest in a straight downward position Adjustlocknuts according to freedom of caster swing e Test wheelchair for maneuverability Fork ln p Locknut d Ec fi 5 Hex Bolt Black Dust Cover Locknut SX Large Plastic Washer Washer 5 7 Front Caster Three five Caster P inch front caster Fork Spacer shown only for Assembly clarity FIGURE 1 REPLACING REPOSITIONING INSTALLING FRONT CASTER ASSEMBLIES FIGURE 2 REPLACING FRONT FORK 41 PROCEDURE 5 CASTERS REPLACING REPAIRING FRONT CASTER TIRE TUBE WARNING Replacement of front caster tire or tube MUST be performed by an authorized Invacare dealer or qualified technician CAUTION As with a
101. nt Tighten the length adjusting screw until there is no in and out movement of the quad release axle and rear wheel HANDRIM REPLACEMENT FIGURE 5 Spoke Rear Wheels 1 Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair Re ferto REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual WARNING Tire MUST be deflated before any disassembly procedures are performed Remove all air from the bar by pressing down on the pin in the center of the valve stem 3 While carefully holding the tire bar and rim strip to one side hold the phillips bolts and remove the locknuts that secure the handrim to the rear wheel Remove the existing handrim Install the new handrim by reversing the above procedures WARNING DO NOT inflate tire until it is completely assembled 6 Inflate the tire to the correct psi rating on the sidewall of the tire WARNING Make sure detent pin and locking pins of the quick quad release axles are fully released BE FORE operating the wheelchair 7 Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual 8 If the locking pins of the quick quad release axles are not protruding past the inside of the axle bush ing or there is too much movement of the rear wheel assembly in a back and forth position refer to ADJUSTING THE QUICK RELEASE AXLE or ADJUSTING THE QUAD RELEASE HANDLE in this section of the manual 9 Repeat the procedure for t
102. ny vehicle the wheels and tires should checked periodically for cracks wear should be replaced when necessary 90 ADJUSTMENT OF THE CASTER HEADTUBES Whenever the seat height is raised or lowered by changing the caster size fork stem length rear wheel size or axle mounting plate adjustments the caster headtube needs to be checked to maintain a 90 angle to the ground floor Caster headtubes that are per pendicular to the floor will roll better track straighter and minimize any 3 wheeling of the wheelchair Inline Caster Headtubes FIGURE 3 1 Make sure the wheelchair is on a flat surface 2 Loosen but do not remove the bottom hex screw washer and locknut that secure the caster headtube to the wheelchair frame 3 Loosen but do not remove the locknut and washer that secure the adjustment cam to the caster headtube 4 Position a large right triangle or L square on the flat surface and against the caster headtube Caster Headtube Caster Fork L Square FIGURE 3 INLINE CASTER HEADTUBES 5 Move the caster headtube back and forth until the caster headtube is perpendicular to the ground floor 6 While holding the caster headtube perpendicular to the ground floor securely tighten the adjustment cam to the caster headtube 7 Make sure the caster headtube is still perpendicu lar to the ground floor by placing the large right triangle or L square on the flat surfac
103. oor height refer to ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual to reposition the axle mounting plates NOTE The following rear seat to floor heights shown are the most common rear seat to floor heights avail able EXTENDED MULTI POSITION AXLE PLATE Ei CE E NE P NO OFFSET MULTI POSITION AXLE PLATE WILL ADD OR SUBTRACT 1 INCH TO THE REAR SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT Front Seat to Floor Height POSITIONING CASTER HEADTUBES ON THE WHEELCHAIR FRAME The following caster headtube positions apply to any size caster Caster headtube position on the wheelchair frame apply to caster headtubes mounted in ANY of the following po sitions Inside outside of the wheelchair frame or lead ing trailing Referto CASTER HEADTUBE MOUNTING ADJUST MENTS in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual for more information on mounting the front casters on the in side outside of the wheelchair frame and leading trail ing positions After determining front caster headtube position and seat to floor height desired refer to CASTER HEADTUBE MOUNTING ADJUSTMENTS in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual to reposition the caster headtube on the wheel chair frame POSITIONING FRONT CASTER ON THE FORK The following caster positions apply to any of the caster sizes After determining caster size and positioning refer to REPLACING REPOSITIONING INSTALLING FRONT CASTER ASSEMBLIES in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual to reposition the caster on
104. ootplate from the foot FIGURE 13 REPLACING HEEL LOOPS rest support FLIP UP FOOTPLATES 19 PROCEDURE 2 This Procedure Includes the Following Installing the T Arm Sockets Installing Removing the T Arms Adjusting the T Arms Adjusting the Transfer Assists and or Side Guards T Arms Replacing the Locking Lever T Arms Using Installing Height Adjustment Corresponding Adjustment to Back Angle Cantilever Arms Replacing Repositioning the Locking Mechanism in the Cantilever Arm Arm Pad Depth Adjustment Replacement Cantilever Arms Installing Fabric Clothing Guards Installing Rigid Side Guards Adjusting Conventional Arm Height Removing or Replacing Conventional Arms Replacing Armrest Pads Repositioning the Conventional Arms WARNING NEVER try to lift or tip the wheelchair by cantilever arms or T arms serious injury can occur After adjustments and before use make sure all at taching hardware is securely tightened INSTALLING THE ARM SOCKETS FIGURE 1 1 Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair If nec essary refer to the owner s manual supplied with the wheelchair 2 Position the T arm socket and arm clamp on the wheelchair frame as shown in FIGURE 1 NOTE The arm socket must be positioned on the outside of the wheelchair frame Install the hex screws and washers through the T arm clamp and T arm socket and loosely tighten 4 Tighten the hex screws
105. oth back canes firmly 5 Pull up on the handles of the recliner cable assem blies to release the gas cylinders 53 5 L R PROCEDURE 8 RECLINER 6 SLOWLY squeeze the handles of the recliner cable assemblies and allow the back to recline to the de sired angle 7 Whenthe back reaches desired angle slowly release the handles of the recliner cable assemblies 8 To return the back to the full upright position reverse the above steps keeping in mind proper body me chanics Trigger Release Lever 4 H mL FIGURE 2 RECLINER OPERATION ADJUSTING THE RECLINER CABLES NOTE Refer to ADJUSTING THE GAS CYLINDERS in this section of the manual REPLACING THE RECLINER CABLES FIGURE 3 NOTE For ease of assembly replace one 1 recliner cable at a time Removing Existing Recliner Cables 1 While holding the locknut in the trigger release lever remove the phillips bolt that secures the handle to the back cane 2 Remove the trigger release lever from the back cane 3 Cutthe tie wraps that secure the existing recliner cable to the back cane NOTE Refer to DETAIL for STEPS 4 7 4 Loosen the cable locking nut that secures the existing recliner cable to the trigger release lever 5 Unscrew the cable locking collar that secures the ex isting recliner cable to the trigger release lever 6 R
106. ound at the same time MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING Do not use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure p s i DO NOT overinflate WARNING After adjustments and before use make sure all attaching hardware is securely tightened the tires Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the cle 5 tires are pneumatic recommended tire pres tubing sure is listed on the side wall of the tire 6 The wheels and tires should be checked peri SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE odically for cracks and wear and should be re PROCEDURES placed when necessary at your authorized dealer or by a qualified technician 1 Before using your Allegro make sure all nuts and bolts are tight Check all parts for damage or wear and replace Check all parts for proper adjustment 7 Periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels Refer to HANDRIM REPLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual 2 Keep quick quad release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper opera 8 Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tion Refer to ADJUSTING THE QUICK RE tire wear Refer to ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LEASE AXLE or ADJUSTING THE QUAD RE LOCKS in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual LEASE HANDLE in PROCEDURE 6 of this 9 Periodically che
107. races Changing Seat Width WARNING After adjustments and before use make sure all attaching hardware is securely tightened REPLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY FIGURE 1 NOTE The following procedure is for standard fold ing frames only 1 Remove the phillips screws that secure the existing seat upholstery to the crossbraces 2 Remove the existing seat upholstery from the crossbraces 3 Install the new seat upholstery by reversing STEPS 1 2 Philips a Screws lt Seat Upholstery FIGURE 1 REPLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY CHANGING REPOSITIONING SEAT RAILS FIGURE 2 NOTE The following procedure is for standard fold ing frames only WARNING The seat height seat depth back angle seating sys tem size and position of the rear wheels as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one 1 or any combi nation of the seven 7 may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified tech nician PROCEDURE 4 1 Determine if new seat rails are needed or if the exist ing seat rails need to be repositioned for the desired seat depth of the wheelchair Refer to CHANGING SEAT DEPTH in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 2 Remove the seat upholstery from the wheelchair Refer to REPLACING THE SEAT UPHOLSTERY in this section of the manual NOTE If adjusting the seat width of the wheelchair the ba
108. s while reclining or inclining reverse recline the wheelchair When returning the occupant of the wheelchair to the full upright position more body strength will be required for approximately the last twenty 20 de grees of incline reverse recline Make sure to use proper body mechanics use your legs or seek as sistance to avoid injury Before using the recliner option make sure the anti tipper wheel assemblies are in the lowest adjustment hole adjustment hole closest to the ground floor NEVER use the rear two 2 recliner bracket mounting holes when using the recliner option Using the rear two 2 recliner bracket mount ing holes WILL make the wheelchair less stable possibly causing injury NEVER use the rear two 2 Recliner Bracket Mounting Holes WARNING Before using ANY recline position of this wheel chair make sure the rear wheels are in the MOST REARWARD position to maintain the stability of the wheelchair Do not change the handling ma neuverability of the wheelchair by moving the rear wheels to ANY of the forward positions Moving the rear wheels to ANY of the forward positions WILL change the center of gravity of the wheel chair making the wheelchair less stable FIGURE 1 WARNINGS Make sure the wheelchair is on a level surface Engage the wheel locks Inform the occupant of the wheelchair that the wheel chair is about to be reclined 4 Stand behind the wheelchair and grasp b
109. se lever un til the leg is at the desired height LOWERING Support leg with one 1 hand and push release lever downward with other hand Release Lever Calfpad Rotated For Height Adjustment Calfpad FIGURE 6 RAISING LOWERING ELEVATING LEGRESTS AND OR ADJUSTING CALFPADS 17 T R G G G S PROCEDURE 1 Adjusting Calfpads 1 To adjust the calfpad turn pad towards the outside of the wheelchair 2 Slide the calfpad up or down until the desired position is obtained 3 To secure the calfpad turn the calfpad towards the inside of the wheelchair INSTALLING ADJUSTING ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FLIP UP FOOTPLATES WARNING When determining the angle of the footplates make sure the rear of the footplates do not interfere with the movement of the front casters Installing Adjustable Angle Flip up Footplates FIGURE 7 1 Slide the half clamp over the footplate hinge 2 Loosely tighten the two 2 flat bolts washers and locknuts that secure the footplate to the half clamp 3 If necessary adjust the footplates to the necessary angle and depth for the user Refer to the following sections of this procedure Adjustable Angle Flip up Footplate Depth Adjustment FIGURE 7 1 Remove the two 2 flat bolts washers and locknuts that secure the adjustable angle flip up footplate to the footplate hinge NOTE Observe the angle of the arti
110. st release lever on the top front of the armrest to the UP HORIZONTAL position 2 Adjust conventional arm to desired height NOTE Height adjustment levers MUST be in the unlocked position when placing upper arm into the arm assembly 3 Lockthe conventional arm by pressing the release lever into the DOWN VERTICAL position when the desired armrest height is achieved Removing Conventional Arms 1 Unlock the conventional by turning the armrest release lever located on the side rail to the un locked position Remove the conventional arm from the wheel chair Replacing Conventional Arms NOTE Armrest release levers MUST be in the un locked position when placing armrests into the arm sockets 1 Position the conventional arm in the arm sockets and lock the conventional arm by turning the arm rest release levers into the locked position ARMS Locked DOWN Height Adjustment VERTICAL Lever Unlocked UP HORIZONTAL Armrest Helease Lever FIGURE 16 ADJUSTING CONVENTIONAL ARM HEIGHT REMOVING OR REPLACING CONVENTIONAL ARMS REPLACING ARMREST PADS FIGURE 17 1 Remove the phillips screws that secure the arm rest pad to the armrest assembly 2 Replace armrest pad and securely tighten with the existing phillips screws Armrest Pad zt Phillips Screws Armrest Assembly FIGURE 17 REPLACING ARMREST PADS REPOSITIONING THE CONVENTIONAL ARMS NOTE Conventional arms can onl
111. t 5 Repeat STEPS 1 4 for the opposite side if neces sary REPLACING REPOSITIONING THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE CANTILEVER ARM FIGURE 12 1 Move the cantilever arm up and out of the way 2 Remove the actuator from the locking mechanism CAUTION The locking mechanism is spring loaded Place your free hand over the locking mechanism to prevent the parts from springing out of the cantilever arm 3 Slowly let the locking mechanism and spring slide out of the cantilever arm NOTE Inspect the spring and replace if necessary 4 Slide the new locking mechanism and spring into the cantilever arm 5 Position the angled portion of the locking mecha nism in one 1 of two 2 ways Angled Portion Facing Up Arm will flip UP Angled Portion Facing Down Arm will flip DOWN 6 Use Loctite 242 and securely tighten the actuator into the locking mechanism 7 lock the cantilever arm push down until there is an audible click 8 Pull up on the cantilever arm to make sure it is locked in place Angled Portion of Cantilever Arm Locking Mechanism Spring 0 Locking Mechanism 7 a NOR Actuator Apply Loctite 242 e FIGURE 12 REPLACING REPOSITIONING THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE FLIP UP HALF ARM PROCEDURE 2 ARM PAD DEPTH ADJUSTMENT REPLACEMENT CANTILEVER ARMS FIGURE 13 Adjustment 1 Remove the phillips screw from the rear of the arm rest pad and self taping screw if
112. the wheelchair making the wheelchair less stable RECLINERS ONLY NEVER use the rear two 2 re cliner bracket mounting holes when using the re cliner option Using the rear two 2 recliner bracket mounting holes WILL make the wheelchair less stable possibly causing injury 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 health professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair Proper positioning is essential for your safety When reach ing leaning bending forward it is important to use the front casters as a tool to maintain stability and balance CENTER OF GRAVITY 103 Ibs 130 Ibs Example 46 54 UNOCCUPIED OCCUPIED Lengthening the Wheelbase will increase stability and maintain standard maneuverability of the wheelchair Shortening the Wheelbase will increase maneuverability and distribute additional weight onto the rear wheels Centering the Wheelbase gives you maneuverability and stability NON RECLINERS Lengthening Rearward PR Shortening Forward RECLINERS KK o o X l NEVER use the rear
113. trength S A 5 T Y amp H A N D L G S A T Y amp H A N D L G SAFETY HANDLING Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side the seat to which you are transferring with the front cast ers 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 PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION WARNING DO NOTattemptto reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees The seat height seat depth back angle seating sys tem size and position of the rear wheels as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one 1 or any combi nation of the seven 7 may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified tech nician RECLINERS ONLY Before using ANY recline posi tion of this wheelchair make sure the rear wheels are in the MOST REARWARD position in the Ex tended Multi Position axle plate to maintain the sta bility ofthe wheelchair Do not change the handling maneuverability of the wheelchair by moving the rear wheels to ANY of the forward positions Mov ing the rear wheels to ANY of the forward positions WILL change the center of gravity of
114. tretch with use Un fortunately stretched upholstery does not support the back well Stretched upholstery often allows the pelvis to drift into posterior tilt while the back assumes a kyphotic posture With the adjustable tension backrest the sag can be taken out of the sling restoring the original tightness Adjustable tension upholstery can also provide signifi cant improvement to the seated posture and function of the wheelchair By changing the tension of the strap the backrest can be adjusted to accommodate back pos tures such as kyphosis lordosis stabilize the pelvis and back and provide lateral stability In addition to restoring the sling to original tension the adjustable tension backrest can be adjusted to help maintain the pelvis and back position which can improve posture balance and function The wheelchair backrest should be able to follow the natural anatomical contours of the back When viewing a person from the side the thoracic portion of the back will extend posteriorly to the pelvis and buttocks FIG URE 4 30 BACK FIGURE 4 When using a nonadjustable flat backrest the top portion of the upholstery will usually push the trunk forward of the center of gravity over the pelvis To maintain the trunk in the upright posture the user must have and use the back extesor musculature or add tilt or recline to backrest FIGURE 5 FIGURE 5 When using adjustable upholstery it is possible to tighten th
115. two 2 Recliner Bracket _ Mounting Holes Make sure the rear wheels are in the MOST REARWARD position to main tain the stability of the wheelchair FUNCTIONAL REACH FROM WHEELCHAIR The approximate reach limit values shown in the accompanying graph were derived on the basis of a sample of 91 male and 36 female subject wheel chair users Note the difference between the maxi mum and the comfortable reach limits a subjective but important consideration in design FORWARD REACH 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 LEAN FOR WARD OF THE ARM RESTS SAFETY HANDLING REACHING LEANING BACKWARDS WARNING DO NOT lean 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 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 FOLDING AND UNFOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR WARNING Keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury Sling Seat Model Wheelchairs UNFOLDING 1 Grasp the push handle of the wheelchair closest to you 2 Tiltthe wheelchair
116. uires change to the other if optimal support and balance are to be achieved Use of a wheelchair with adjustable ten sion upholstery can significantly increase function pos tural condition balance and comfort 31 PROCEDURE 3 Recliner Back Upholstery FIGURE 10 1 Remove the ten 10 or twelve 12 phillips screws and washers depending on back height that se cure the back upholstery to the back canes Remove existing back upholstery from back canes Install new back upholstery onto the back canes Install the ten 10 or twelve 12 phillips screws and washers depending on back height that secure the back upholstery to the recliner back canes Recliner Headrest Upholstery FIGURE 10 Remove the six 6 phillips screws and washers that secure the headrest upholstery to the headrest ex tensions Remove the existing headrest upholstery from the headrest extensions Install the new headrest upholstery onto the head rest extensions Install the six 6 phillips screws and washers that secure the headrest upholstery to the headrest ex tensions Headrest Upholstery Phillips Headrest gt Lo Screws Extension c7 Washers Cane T Back Upholstery FIGURE 10 REPLACING RECLINER BACK OR HEADREST UPHOLSTERY ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT Adjustable Height Backs FIGURE 11 1 Remove the two 2 hex bolts and locknuts that se cure the two 2 back canes to the
117. ury After adjustments and before use make sure all attaching hardware is securely tightened SEAT DEPTH DETERMINATION FIGURE 1 Seat depth is determined by measuring the distance between the front of the back cane and the front of the seat rail Seat Depth FIGURE 1 SEAT DEPTH DETERMINATION CHANGING SEAT DEPTH Below are some terms to help better understand changing seat depth SEAT RAIL Removable portion of crossbrace One 1 of three 3 components that determine seat depth CROSSBRACE SADDLE The part of the crossbrace that the seat rail mounts onto GAP Approximate distance between the end of the seat rail and the footrest mounting tube REAR FRONT MOUNTING HOLE Position of the screw and washer on the underside of the wheelchair frame One 1 of three 3 components that deter mine seat depth NOTE Use the checklist on the following page as a guide to changing the seat depth 62 SEAT DEPTH PROCEDURE 10 SEAT DEPTH CHECKLIST 1 Review the charts on the following pages to determine the proper back seat rail and crossbrace position for the desired seat depth NOTE The following seat depths shown are the most common seat depths available 2 2 After determining the back position for the necessary seat depth refer to REPOSITIONING THE BACK CHANGING SEAT DEPTH in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual NOTE Front an
118. w this procedure for moving the wheelchair be tween floors when an elevator is NOT available 1 Afterthe wheelchair has been tilted back to the bal ance point one assistant in the rear backs the wheel chair up against the first step while securely grasp ing a non removable non detachable part of the wheelchair for leverage SAFETY HANDLING 2 The second assistant with a firm hold on a non de tachable part of the framework lifts the wheelchair up and over the stair and steadies the wheelchair as the first assistant places one 1 foot on the next stair and repeats STEP 1 3 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 wheelchair between floors Serious bodily injury may occur TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER SEATS WARNING BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance Turn both casters toward the object you are transferring onto Also be cer tain the wheel locks are engaged to help prevent the wheels from moving CAUTION When transferring position yourself as far back as possible in the seat This will prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tip ping forward NOTE This activity may be performed independently provided you have adequate mobility and upper body s
119. y be repositioned on medium and long frame wheelchairs There is only one 1 position for conventional arms on short frame wheelchairs Rear Arm Sockets FIGURE 18 1 Determine the necessary rear arm socket position for the necessary seat depth Refer to CHANGING SEAT DEPTHS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 2 Remove the hex bolt washer and locknut that se cure the rear arm socket nylon shim and rear arm socket mount to the wheelchair frame 4 Reinstall the rear arm socket nylon shim and rear 5 RepeatSTEPS 1 4 for the opposite side of the wheel PROCEDURE 2 3 Move the rear arm socket nylon shim and rear arm socket mount to the position determined in STEP 1 arm socket mount onto the wheelchair with the hex bolt washer and locknut Refer to FIGURE 13 for correct orientation chair Rear Arm Socket 5 A c Hex Bolt p j d Nylon Shim i i Wheelchair Pre had oun Washer Frame Locknut FIGURE 18 REPOSITIONING THE CONVENTIONAL ARMS REAR ARM SOCKETS Front Arm Sockets FIGURE 19 1 Determine the necessary front arm socket and seat guide position for the necessary seat depth Refer to CHANGING SEAT DEPTHS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 2 Remove the socket bolts and locknuts that secure the front arm socket and seat guide to the wheel chair 3 Move the front arm socket and seat guide to the position determined in STEP 1 4 Resecure the front arm

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