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Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Orbit™ DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. USER: BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com
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ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are available on www.invacare.com. Orbit™ 2 Part No. 1073955
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...18 Stairways ...20 Escalators...21 Transferring To and From Other Seats 21 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 22 Safety Inspection Checklist...22 Troubleshooting...25 Maintenance ...25 SECTION 4-ASSEMBLY 27 Assembling/Disassembling the Removable Orbit Wheelchair 27 Part No. 1073955
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Front Fork ...59 Adjusting Caster Headtubes ...60 SECTION 9-REAR WHEELS 61 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels ...61 Adjusting the Quick-Release Axle ...62 Replacing Handrims...63 Orbit™ 4 Part No. 1073955
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Models Only 75 SECTION 12-TRANSPORT READY OPTION 76 About Transport Ready Packages...77 Compliance Information ...77 Specifications ...77 Securing the Wheelchair to the Vehicle 78 Securing the Occupant ...80 SECTION 13-OPTIONS 82 Using the Ventilator Tray ...82 LIMITED WARRANTY 83 Part
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of your purchase. 3. Receive updates with product information, maintenance tips, and industry news. 4. Invacare can contact you or your provider, if servicing is needed on your product. 5. It will enable Invacare to improve product designs based on your input and needs. Register ONLINE at www
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Invacare Model No Serial No Purchased From Date of Purchase Cut Along Line you about Invacare products that any available Invacare products Invacare home medical products sold by Invacare's dealers? ❏ Yes ❏ No 9. What would you like to see on the Invacare contact us at Invacare Corporation, CRM
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Fold here Cut Along Line Fold here Invacare Product Registration Form Orbit™ Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing 8 Part No. 1073955
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Frontal Impact Test requirements for wheelchairs with a 168 lb crash manual. As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in a moving vehicle of any type. It is Invacare's position that users of wheelchairs
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LABEL LOCATION LABEL LOCATION Standard Labels WEIGHT CAPACITY 150 LBS. (68 kgs.) REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL P/N 1111010 WARNING Refer to Owner's Manual for proper anti-tipper setting. 1085379 NOTE: Seat removed for clarity. WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI-TIP TUBES REV. 5/98
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Wheelchairs with TRRO LABEL LOCATION Refer to attached TRANSPORT READY OPTION Instruction Card and wheelchair Owner's Manual before use. P/N 1120033 REV B - 08/05 NOTE: Seat removed for clarity. Part No. 1073955 11 Orbit™
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Lock Extensions, Hill Holder, Foot Activated 32 lbs without front riggings 45 lbs *NOTE: Invacare recommends that rear seat‐to‐floor height be at least 3/8 inch shorter than front seat‐to to ± 1/4 inch. **NOTE: Weights vary depending on how wheelchair is equipped. Orbit™ 12 Part No. 1073955
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use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this product or optional equipment. If you are unable to
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wheelchair (you may order with or without the anti‐tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti‐tippers as a safeguard for the wheelchair service and adjustment should be performed while the wheelchair wheelchair . If the wheelchair is exposed to or using the wheelchair near open flame
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seat for any kind of weight training. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for bodily injury or damage to the wheelchair and the warranty is void. Weight Limitation The Orbit wheelchair has a weight limitation of 150 lbs. Part No. 1073955 15
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only as a basic guide. The techniques that are discussed on the following pages have been used successfully by many. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described in this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each
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wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair. If the wheelchair wheelchair's wheelchair or as lifting supports Invacare dealer or qualified technician. Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer in and out of the wheelchair wheelchair wheelchair
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before tipping the wheelchair and remind him/her to lean back. Be sure the occupant's feet and hands are clear of all wheels and/or pinch points. After mastering the techniques of tipping the wheelchair, use one of the following methods to tackle curbs, short stairs, etc. Orbit™ 18 Part No
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begin to tilt the wheelchair toward you. Apply casters of the wheelchair, DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last wheelchair. Roll the wheelchair forward and slowly lower the front of the wheelchair in one continuous movement onto the sidewalk. Push the wheelchair up. The wheelchair should be tilted
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and/or damage to the wheelchair. Roll the wheelchair backward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement. wheelchair prior to moving. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Make sure to use only secure, non-detachable parts for hand-held supports
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tippers so the wheels are facing down. Escalators ƽ WARNING DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur. Transferring To and From Other Seats ƽ WARNING Before attempting FIGURE 2.6 Transferring To and From Other Seats Part No. 1073955 21 Orbit™
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INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Every six months or as necessary, take your wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. , bent or broken spokes. ❑ Ensure all spokes are uniformly tight. Orbit™ 22 Part No. 1073955
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TROUBLESHOOTING fully released before operating the wheelchair. ❑ The detent balls the wheel locks prevent the wheelchair from moving when engaged. are fully released before operating the wheelchair. ❑ The detent balls MUST Adjust Monthly ❑ Ensure that the wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag
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INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ❑ balls of the quick‐release pin are fully released before operating the wheelchair. ❑ The detent balls MUST be protruding past the top of of the quick‐release pin are fully released before operating the wheelchair. ❑ The detent balls MUST be protruding past the top of
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SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Chair Veers Right/ Left X X X ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching frame tubing. Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Before using the wheelchair, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check Orbit™
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SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ƽ WARNING DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (P.S.I.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to bearings to make sure they are clean and free from moisture. Use a Teflon® lubricant if necessary. Orbit™ 26 Part No. 1073955
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SECTION 4-ASSEMBLY ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Assembling/Disassembling the Removable Orbit Wheelchair NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.1 on page
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Manual for installation and removal of the seating system. 12. Install the seating system onto the wheelchair, if so equipped. Disassembling the Seat Frame from the Base Frame ƽ WARNING Invacare recommends that the wheelchair Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 61. Orbit™ 28 Part No. 1073955
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Seat Frame Plate Crossmember Locking Button Seat Frame Plate Locking Buttons Quick-Release Engaged Pin Tip Base Frame Plate Plunger FIGURE 4.1 Assembling/Disassembling the Removable Orbit Wheelchair Part No. 1073955 29
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WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching wheelchair frame. 3. Push the front rigging assembly towards the inside of the wheelchair until it locks into place. NOTE: The footplate will be on the inside of the wheelchair pins. Orbit™ 30 Part No. 1073955
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. 3. Align the mounting hole in the footrest support, reinsert the mounting screw and coved washer and attached to the footrest. Mounting Screw Footrest Support Coved Washer Footrest FIGURE 5.2 Adjusting Footplate Height support. 3. Reposition the footplate to the desired height. Part No.
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. 6. Secure the footplate to the 3‐inch extension with the coved washer and locknut. Securely tighten. Locknut Washer Footrest Support Mounting screw Orbit™ 3-inch Extension Mounting Screw, Coved Washer and Locknut Footplate FIGURE 5.4 Installing 3-Inch Extension 32 Part No. 1073955
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support and secure it with the bolt and nut. 2. Place legrest on the outside of the wheelchair wheelchair when locked in place. 4. Repeat STEPS 1‐3 for the opposite legrest. 5. After seated in wheelchair the calf pad towards the inside of the wheelchair. Release Lever DETAIL "A" - ADJUSTING CALF
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to the following sections of this procedure. Articulating Footplate Flat Screws 90o Footrest Support Nylon Adjustment Screw Half Clamp Footplate Hinge Locknuts Washers Half Clamp Footplate Hinge the desired angle. 3. Retighten the two flat screws and locknuts. Orbit™ 34 Part No. 1073955
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half clamp on the adjustable angle footplate. Footrest Support Side View Of Footplate and Footrest Footplate 2. Manual for installation and removal of the seating system. 1. Remove the existing seating system from the wheelchair, if so equipped. 2. Remove existing footrest from the wheelchair
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platform to the seat frame. 2. Remove the bilateral contracture platform from the wheelchair. 3. Remove the end caps in the seat rails. 4. Install telescoping tubes screw and locknut that secure the contracture platform to the upper support. Repeat for opposite platform. Orbit™ 36 Part No. 1073955
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support of wheelchair towards the top of the wheelchair for reference only. (There are no numbers on the wheelchair frame.) 3. Reinstall the two mounting screws and locknuts that secure the upper support wheelchair frame. 2. With locking pin facing up, secure the new sector block to the wheelchair
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Telescoping Front Frame Tubes 1. If necessary, remove the bilateral contracture platform from the wheelchair. Refer to Bilateral Contracture Platform Procedures on page 35. 2. Insert one telescoping tube locknut. 4. Repeat for opposite telescoping front frame tube. Orbit™ 38 Part No. 1073955
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/ Coved Washer Mounting Screw Slide Tube Spacer Heel Loop Footplate Lower Footrest Assembly Locknut FIGURE 5.14 Replacing Heel Loop - Composite Footplates Part No. 1073955 39 Orbit™
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to the footplate with the four mounting screws and washers. Mounting Screws Footplate Washer Heel Loop Mounting Screws FIGURE 5.15 Replacing Heel Loop - Adjustable Footplate Orbit™ 40 Part No. 1073955
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service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing the T-Arm Sockets NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.1. 1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair mounting socket to the wheelchair frame in the following
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, adjust the T‐arm socket. Refer to Adjusting the T‐Arms on page 43. 2. Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite side of the wheelchair. T-Arm Orbit™ Wheelchair Frame T-Arm Socket Locking Lever (Towards the front of the wheelchair.) Slot FIGURE 6.2 Installing/Removing the T-arms 42 Part No. 1073955
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refer to FIGURE 6.3. 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 release lever and rotate 180o so it can be flipped towards screws that secure the arm pad to the arm tube. Part No. 1073955 43 Orbit™
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. Securely tighten. 5. Reattach the arm pad to the arm tube with the two mounting screws. Securely tighten. 6. Repeat STEPS 1‐5 for the opposite side, if necessary. Orbit™ 44 Part No. 1073955
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1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels clamp to the wheelchair frame and remove the T‐arm socket from the wheelchair. 3. If T‐arm socket to the wheelchair frame. 4. Loosen, but wheelchair. Refer to Installing the T‐Arm Sockets on page 41. Part No
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NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.7 on page 47. 1. Remove the T‐arm from the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing the T‐arms on page 42. 2. Remove the two bottom mounting screws that secure bottom clamp up one of three mounting positions in the side guard. Orbit™ 46 Part No. 1073955
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Securely tighten. 5. Install the T‐arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing the T‐arms on page 42 FIGURE 6.8 on page 48. 1. Remove the T‐arm from the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing the T‐arms on page 42. 2. . 6. Line up the mounting holes in the new locking lever, spring and
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models only. Using Catilever Arms 1. Pull the actuator of the locking mechanism towards the front of the wheelchair. 2. While holding the actuator of the locking mechanism, pull up on the cantilever arm. NOTE: up on the cantilever arm to make sure it is locked in place. Orbit™ 48 Part No. 1073955
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cane. Make sure the adjustment plate is towards the inside of the wheelchair. NOTE: This includes top mounting screw, coved washers and spacer (between and back cane. 3. Securely tighten the cantilever arm to the wheelchair with two locknuts and washers. Adjustment Plate Coved Washers Back Cane
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. Angled Portion of Locking Mechanism Locking Mechanism Actuator (Apply Loctite 242) Spring Cantilever Arm FIGURE 6.10 Replacing/Repositioning the Locking Mechanism in the Cantilever Arm Orbit™ 50 Part No. 1073955
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armrest pad is replaced. removed when armrest pad is replaced. FIGURE 6.11 Replacing and Adjusting Arm Pad Depth for Cantilever Arms Part No. 1073955 51 Orbit™
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BACK SECTION 7-SEAT AND BACK ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. NOTE: The procedures in this section of the manual apply to non‐recliner seat frames only except where noted
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two mounting screws provided. Securely tighten. 5. If necessary, adjust the height. Refer to Adjusting Adjustable Angle Stroller Handles on page 54. Part No. 1073955 53 Orbit™
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. E. Push down on stroller handle to ensure release levers hold the desired position of the stroller handle. F. Repeat STEPS A‐E until release levers hold the position. Orbit™ 54 Part No. 1073955
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the chair, refer to the seating system Ownerʹs Manual for installation and removal of the seating system. 1. Remove the existing seating system from the wheelchair, if so equipped. 2. Separate back assembly from Installing/Removing/Adjusting Catilever Arms on page 49. Part No. 1073955 55 Orbit™
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angle bracket with the existing mounting screws, spacers, washers, and locknuts. DO NOT overtighten. Wheelchair will not fold properly. Tighten until a snug fit is provided. 11. Reinstall the locking mechanisms Pin Back Cane FIGURE 7.6 Folding/Unfolding the Back Canes Orbit™ 56 Part No. 1073955
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wheelchair, refer to your particular seating system manufacturerʹs Ownerʹs Manual wheelchair, refer to your particular seating system manufacturerʹs Ownerʹs Manual for installation and removal of the seating system. 1. Remove seating system from wheelchair system onto wheelchair. Mounting Screws Seat
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wheelchair. Any change to one or any combination of the nine may cause the wheelchair Invacare dealer or qualified technician. 3. Replace front caster and reverse STEPS 1‐ 2. Fork Locknut Mounting Screw Spacer Spacer Front Caster FIGURE 8.1 Replacing/Installing Front Caster Assemblies Orbit
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the front caster assemblies from the wheelchair. Refer to Replacing/Installing Front front caster assemblies onto the wheelchair. Refer to Replacing/Installing following check: A. Tip front of wheelchair off floor. B. Pivot forks and swing. E. Test wheelchair for maneuverability. Locknut Nylon
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to the floor will roll better, track straighter and minimize any ʺ3‐wheelingʺ of the wheelchair. 1. Make sure the wheelchair is on a flat surface. 2. Loosen, but do not remove the top mounting Caster Headtube Caster/Fork "L" Square FIGURE 8.3 Adjusting Caster Headtubes Orbit™ 60 Part No. 1073955
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WHEELS ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware During contact activities, Invacare recommends inserting quick‐release axles with the detent pin (tip) to the inside of the wheelchair to prevent accidental 1‐2. Part No. 1073955 61 Orbit™
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to FIGURE 9.2. 1. Remove rear wheel and quick‐release axle from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 61. 2. Depress detent fully released before operating the wheelchair. Keep locking pins clean. 5. Reinstall rear wheel onto wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear
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work for any type of projection handrim. Removing Non-Projection Handrims 1. Remove rear wheel from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 61. 2. Remove the button screws that secure the procedures will work for any type of projection handrim. Part No. 1073955 63 Orbit™
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the projection handrim to the rear wheel. 9. Reinstall rear wheel onto the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 61. 10. If the . Composite Rim Long Screw Washer Locknut Projection Handrim Projection Handrim Orbit™ Link Short Screw Links at an approximate 45o Angle in
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/WHEEL LOCKS ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened activated wheel lock assembly, with the clamps on the lower tube of wheelchair. 7. Push slider bars completely forward into clamps. NOTE: The clamps No. 1073955 65 Orbit™
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frame. 3. Loosely tighten the two socket screws that secure the wheel locks to the wheelchair frame. 4. Adjust the wheel locks. Refer to Adjusting the Wheel Lock on page 67 wheel lock from the wheelchair frame. FIGURE 10.2 Installing/Removing Hand Activated Wheel Locks Orbit™ 66 Part No. 1073955
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tire. 1. Loosen the two socket screws that secure the wheel lock assembly to the wheelchair frame. NOTE: Any wheel lock adjustment should embed the wheel lock shoe at least 3/16 the wheel lock and push against the wheelchair and determine if the wheel lock engages the wheel lock shoe enough to hold
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. Release Button Anti-Tipper 2. Press the release buttons in and insert the anti‐tippers into the rear frame tubing until the buttons lock in place. Wheelchair Frame FIGURE 10.5 Installing Anti-Tippers Orbit™ 68 Part No. 1073955
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holes. 2. Check to make sure that the release buttons are fully engaged in adjustment holes and 1‐1/2 to 2‐inch clearance is maintained. Wheelchair Frame Anti-Tipper Release Button Choose one of three positions to maintain 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance FIGURE 10.6 Adjusting Anti-Tippers Part No
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or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise, injury may result. ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is maximum stability and safety. Refer to Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs on page 16. The Orbit wheelchair MUST be operated by an Assistant when in any
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wheelchair, make sure the rear wheelchair wheelchair to decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be performed by an authorized Invacare Place the wheelchair on a wheelchair that the wheelchair is about to be tilted and remind them to lean back. 5. Stand behind the wheelchair wheelchair
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. 4. Stand behind the wheelchair and grasp the stroller handle firmly. 5. Pull up on the handles of the recliner cable assemblies to activate the gas cylinders. 6. Slowly, squeeze the handles of the recliner cable assemblies and allow the back to recline to the desired angle. Orbit™ 72 Part No
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Procedures on page 65. B. Tilt the wheelchair, if necessary. Refer to Engaging Tilt tilt is a feature of this wheelchair designed for the use of a stop must NEVER be performed by the wheelchair user. When anterior (forward) tilt or assistant. DO NOT operate the wheelchair when the seat frame is in the
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allowable tilt angles that are suitable for the occupant. 1. Engage both wheel locks. 2. Tilt wheelchair to desired position. 3. Loosen the set screws that secure the limit stop in place. 4. phillips screws that secure the headrest upholstery to the headrest extensions. Orbit™ 74 Part No. 1073955
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. 2-inch Seat Cushion Position Locknuts 3-inch Seat Cushion Position Mounting Screws Washers FIGURE 11.5 Adjusting the Back Height - Recliner Models Only Part No. 1073955 75 Orbit™
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. Postural supports, positioning wheelchair. Wheelchairs involved in such incidents should be replaced. Transport ready packages are not retrofittable to existing models and are not field serviceable. Only use the transport brackets included with TRRO for the purposes described in this manual. Orbit
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requirements for wheelchairs with a wheelchair, in a moving vehicle of any type. It is Invacare's position that users of wheelchairs Invacare cannot and does not recommend any wheelchair transportation system. Compliance Information This wheelchair wheelchair Specifications Only wheelchairs which fit
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or floor to the top of the wheelchair-seated occupant's head ranges from approximately 47-inches for a small adult female to about 61-inches for a tall adult male. Side View Top View (Frontal Clear Zone) 16in. FCZ 8in. 8in. HHT 16in. FCZ (Frontal Clear Zone) Orbit™ 78 Part No. 1073955
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that have been installed in accordance with the manufacturerʹs instructions and SAE J2249. NOTE: A copy of SAE J2249 Wheelchair Tie‐down and Occupant Restraint Systems (WTORS) for the tie‐down brackets in accordance with the manufacturerʹs instructions and SAE J2249. Part No. 1073955 79 Orbit™
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19.6 mm). Point (P) Rear View Test Platform 45° NOTE: Rear view of wheelchair and human surrogate secured on test platform and tilted to 45 degrees. FIGURE 12.2 Vehicle- is secured to the wheelchair frame before operation. Refer to the seating system owner's manual. Orbit™ 80 Part No. 1073955
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if the pelvic belt is intended to be used for postural support in addition to occupant restraint in a frontal crash. Steeper angles not be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts, including but not limited to wheelchair armrests or wheels. Refer to FIGURE 12.3 Belts 81 Orbit™
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or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. RECLINER MODELS ONLY - If the ventilator, ventilator battery, or ventilator tray option is removed, the recliner limit stop MUST be installed before operation of the wheelchair
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. Coverage under this warranty will end upon any such subsequent sale or other transfer of title to any other person. This service, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare product. In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare
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Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 Mississauga Ontario L4Z 4G4 Canada 800-668-5324 Invacare, the Medallion Design, and Yes, you can. are registered trademarks of Invacare Corporation. Orbit is a trademark of Invacare Corporation. Loctite is a registered trademark of Henkel Corporation. 3-in-1 is a registered