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Transport Chairs Invacare Transport Lightweight Transport Bariatric Transport Lite Transport DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair. USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts
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for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products. NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are available on www.invacare.com. Transport Chairs 2 Part No.1125095
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2-SAFETY/HANDLING 9 Safety/Handling of Transport Chairs ...9 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION 13 Safety Inspection Checklists...13 Troubleshooting ...14 Maintenance...14 SECTION 4-FRONT Adjusting Hand Brakes...20 Adjusting Wheel Lock...21 LIMITED WARRANTY 23 Part No.1125095 3 Transport Chairs
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this manual and apply transport chairs should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the seat positioning strap made available by the auto industry. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any chair transportation systems. Transport Chairs 4 Part
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Part No.1125095 5 IMPORTANT NOTICE The wheel locks on this transport chair have been pre-set at the factory to comply with the Veterans Administration functional Standard 8320.01 of the Federal Register, paragraph 3.2.4.5.3. If these wheel locks do not meet your needs, follow instructions below
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Invacare Transport (TRAN17 FR, TRAN19FR) 141/2 and 161/2 inches 16 inches 21 to 23 inches Lightweight Transport 241/4 inches Bariatric Transport (TRHD22FR) 22 inches 18 inches 28 inches 29 inches Lite Transport (ALR19HBFR, ALB19HBFR) 17 inches 16 Transport Chairs 6 Part No.1125095
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with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products. DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing. Part No.1125095 7 Transport Chairs
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(detachable) parts of a transport chair may result in injury to the user or damage to the transport chair. DO NOT stand on the frame of the transport chair. Weight Training Invacare does not recommend the use of its transport chairs as a weight training apparatus. Invacare transport chairs have not
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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 transport chair 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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grips if they are found to be unsecure or have deteriorated. Also, be aware of detachable parts such as armrests or legrests. These must NEVER be used to move the transport chair or as lifting supports, as they may be inadvertently released, resulting in possible injury to the user and/or assistant
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the user be removed from the transport chair 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. Follow this procedure for moving the transport chair between floors when an elevator is
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upward to vertical position. 3. Grasp the two straps on the seat rails and pull up to begin closing the transport chair. 4. Continue to close the transport chair by grasping the armrest furthest from you and pulling the armrest toward you. FIGURE 2.6 Folding Transport Chairs 12 Part No.1125095
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: Every six months take your transport chair to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your transport chair. To operate properly and safely, your transport chair must be cared for just like
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After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise, injury or damage can result. CAUTION DO NOT overtighten the hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing. Transport Chairs 14 Part No.1125095
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SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Before using your transport chair, do the following: • Make sure all the nuts and bolts are tight. • Check all the parts for damage or wear and replace. • Check all parts for proper adjustment. 2. Periodically check the wheels and tires
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procedure for the other footrest, if necessary. 6. Reinstall the swingaway footrest assembly. Refer to Installing Swingaway Footrest Assembly on page 16. Upper Footrest Support Footplate Assembly Footplate Mounting Bolt FIGURE 4.2 Adjusting Footplate Height Transport Chairs 16 Part No.1125095
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SECTION 5-BACK ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is body parts are away from the folding mechanism. Otherwise, pinching and injury may occur. Make sure the release levers are securely locked in place before using the transport chair.
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service transport chair frame. Axle Spacer Rear Wheel Hex Screw Locknut Axle Mounting Hole NOTE: Rear wheel shown for Invacare Transport and Lightweight Transport. Dust cap for Bariatric Transport and Lite Transport not shown. FIGURE 6.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels Transport Chairs 18 Part
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SECTION 7-CASTERS SECTION 7-CASTERS ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - opposite front caster. NOTE: Dust cap not shown. Front Caster FIGURE 7.1 Replacing Front Casters Part No.1125095 19 Transport Chairs
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or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise, injury or damage may result. DO NOT leave the Bariatric Transport on inclined surfaces. The wheel locks and hand brakes may not hold the Bariatric Transport on inclined surfaces due to the transport chair
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the transport chair. 7. Repeat STEPS 1‐6 for the opposite wheel lock. Locked Position Wheel Lock Shoe 5/32 and 5/16 inches Unlocked Position Wheel Lock Handle Bolt and Locknut Rear Wheel Front of Transport Chair FIGURE 8.4 NOTE: Lightweight Transport wheel lock shown. Adjusting Wheel Lock Part
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NOTES NOTES Transport Chairs 22 Part No.1125095
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do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare at the address at the bottom of this page. Provide dealer's name, address, the product model number, date of purchase, TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS. Part No.1125095 23 Transport Chairs
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