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using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference. FOURNISSEUR: Ce manuel doit être remis à l'utilisateur du fauteuil roulant. UTILISATEUR: Avant d'utiliser ce fauteuil roulant, lire ce manuel et le conserver à titre de référence. For more information regarding Invacare products
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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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Service Information...10 Operating Information...10 Tire Pressure...11 Weight Training...12 Weight Limitation ...12 SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 20 Unfolding/Folding Solid Seat Model Wheelchairs 20 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 21 Safety Inspection Checklists...21 Inspect/
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Maintenance Safety Precautions ...25 Suggested Maintenance Procedures 25 Transporting the Invacare Patriot...26 SECTION 5-FRONT RIGGINGS 27 Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest 27 Installing Swingaway Footrest ...27 Removing Swingaway Footrest ...28 Adjusting Swingaway
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tips and industry news. Register ONLINE at warranty.invacare.com Please have your model number and purchase date available to complete your registration. Any registration information you submit will only be used by Invacare Corporation and protected as required by applicable laws and regulations
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SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of the end user.
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QUICK-RELEASE AXLES ONLY IMPORTANT NOTICE The wheel locks on this wheelchair have been pre-set at the factory to comply with the Veterans paragraph 3.2.4.5.3. If these wheel locks do not meet your needs, follow instructions below. ! CAUTION Any wheel lock adjustments should embed wheel lock shoe
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- 39.5lbs* *NOTE: 16x16 inch Seat Frame with packaging. NOTE: Invacare recommends that rear seat‐to‐floor heights be at least 3/8‐inch shorter than . The seat‐to‐floor heights are based on urethane tires. If wheelchair is equipped with pneumatic tires or pneumatic tires with flat free inserts,
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‐to‐floor heights. Refer to the chart in INSTALLING/ADJUSTING ANTI‐TIPPERS on page 46 of this manual for correct usage and adjustment. If these requirements cannot be achieved, DO NOT use the wheelchair. Contact a qualified technician. Any changes to the seat‐to‐floor angle or seat‐to‐floor height
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may order with or without the anti‐tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti‐tippers as a safeguard for the wheelchair user. Seat‐to‐floor angle of 6°: If REPAIR AND SERVICE INFORMATION Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustments should be performed while the wheelchair is
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/or chest positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat and/or chest positioning strap is an option on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the seat and/or chest positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat and/or chest positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the
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DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. Invacare wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for bodily injury or physical
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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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activities which involve movement in the wheelchair have an effect on the center of gravity. Invacare recommends using seat positioning straps for or legrests. These must NEVER be used to move the wheelchair or as lifting supports, as they may be inadvertently released, resulting in possible injury
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. The second assistant should be positioned at the front of the wheelchair lifting upward on the removable (non‐ detachable) part of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is being lowered to the ground. The first assistant should stand
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is advised when it is necessary to move an occupied wheelchair up or down the stairs. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Make sure to use only secure, non-detachable parts for hand-held supports. ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat
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procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.3. NOTE: This activity may be performed independently provided you have adequate mobility and upper body strength. 1. Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side the seat to which you are transferring, with the front casters parallel to it. 2. Engage wheel
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. These movements will cause a change to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. To deter]mine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified
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seated into the side frame H-blocks. UNFOLDING SLING SEAT NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.7. 1. Grasp the push closest to you. 2. Tilt the wheelchair towards you (raising the opposite wheel and caster off the ground/floor). 3. Push downward on the seat rail closest to you where the seat
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right hand edge of the solid seat. 2. Raise the seat to the hinged side. 3. Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to the front of the wheelchair. 4. Pivot footplates upward to vertical position. 5. With both hands, grasp the middle of the seat upholstery at the front and back edge and lift up
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3-SAFETY INSPECTION/ TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Twice a year, take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair must be
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SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ❑ Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture -1 Oil®, or other penetrating lubricants on quick-release axles. Otherwise, binding and/or damage to the wheelchair may occur. ❑ Clean quick‐release axles with a Teflon® lubricant. ❑ Ensure axles are free from
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SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ❑ Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure. ❑ Ensure all hardware is tight. ❑ Ensure hand grips are not loose. INSPECT/ADJUST PERIODICALLY ❑ Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). ❑ Arms are secure but easy to
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SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING CHAIR VEERS LEFT/RIGHT SLUGGISH TURN/PERFORMANCE CASTERS FLUTTER SQUEAKS AND RATTLES LOOSENESS IN CHAIR CHAIR 3 WHEELS SOLUTIONS X X X X If pneumatic tires, check for correct and
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is to Adjusting Quick‐Release Axles on page 43. ƽ WARNING DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure
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SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE/TRANSPORTING TRANSPORTING THE INVACARE PATRIOT 1. Remove the seating system. Refer to the seating system Owner's Manual for installation and removal of the seating system. 2. Remove the footrests. Refer to Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest on page 27. 3. Remove the rear
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ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching wheelchair when locked in place. 4. Repeat STEPS 1‐3 for the other footrest assembly. 5. Adjust the footrest height, if necessary. Refer to Adjusting Swingaway Footrest Height on page 28 of the manual
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to Installing/ Removing Swingaway Footrest on page 27. Hex Screw Coved Spacer Footrest Footrest Upper Support Mounting Tube 6. Repeat STEPS 1‐5 for the opposite side of the wheelchair, if necessary. FIGURE 5.2 - ADJUSTING SWINGAWAY FOOTREST HEIGHT REMOVING/INSTALLING HEEL LOOPS NOTE: For this
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is secure. 3. Secure the mounting tube and footrest to the footrest upper support as shown in FIGURE 5.2. 4. Repeat STEPS 1‐3 for opposite side, elevating legrests, pull-to-lock wheel locks MUST be installed to ensure the wheelchair locks in place - otherwise injury or damage may result. NOTE: For
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up on the footplate assembly. 2. To reposition legrest to normal position, support leg with one hand and push release lever forward with other hand. ADJUSTING THE CALFPAD 1. Turn the calfpad towards the outside of wheelchair. 2. Slide the calfpad up or down until the desired position is obtained
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the socket screw and locknut that secure the footplate hinge to the footrest support until the footplate hinge remains in the up position. 5. Check the down motion of the footplate hinge to make sure the user of the wheelchair can operate the footplates easily. NOTE: If the footplateʹs motion is
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to the footrest assembly or the desired inversion/eversion is obtained. 90° Footrest Support Flat Screws DETAIL "A" - SIDE VIEW OF FOOTPLATE AND FOOTREST SUPPORT Footrest Support Footplate Footplate Half Clamp Footplate Hinge Adjustment Screw Locknuts FIGURE 5.7 - ADJUSTING ADJUSTABLE ANGLE
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ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. ADJUSTING/USING ARMREST ƽ WARNING Make sure the height adjustment lever is in the locked position before using the wheelchair. ADJUSTING ARMREST HEIGHT
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armrest to remove from the arm socket. 3. Repeat STEPS 1‐2 for opposite side of wheelchair, if necessary. 4. Install the new/existing armrest on to the wheelchair. Refer to in this procedure of the manual. INSTALLING FLIP BACK ARMREST 1. If necessary, unlock new/existing armrest assembly by flipping
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SIDE NOTE: Detail ʺAʺ is a top view of the armrest release levers. Right side and left side are determined by sitting in the wheelchair. Armrest Release Lever Arm Socket Height Adjustment Lever Armrest Release Lever Arm Socket FIGURE 6.3 - REMOVING/INSTALLING FLIP BACK ARMREST Part No 1088909
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SECTION 7-SEAT/BACK ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened secure the new/existing seat upholstery to the crossbraces. B. 18‐inch Deep Wheelchairs ‐ Install the ten mounting screws and washers to secure the new/existing seat
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up and out of the way. Refer to Adjusting/Using Armrest on page 33. 2. Cut the tie wraps that secure the back upholstery to the wheelchair frame. 3. Remove the two mounting screws and washers that secure the existing back upholstery to the back canes. 4. Remove the one mounting screw and locknut
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fastening 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. Skin condition should be checked very frequently after the installation of any new
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Do one of the following: A. To install the seat positioning strap, proceed to STEP 6. B. Remove the existing seat positioning strap from the wheelchair. 6. Engage the two halves of the new seat positioning strap. 7. Position one end of the new seat positioning strap between the seat upholstery and
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SECTION 7-SEAT/BACK INSTALLING/REMOVING CHEST POSITIONING STRAP NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.5. 1. Remove the two mounting screws and washers securing the back upholstery to the back cane. 2. Do one of the following: A. To install the chest positioning strap, proceed to STEP 3.
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WHEELS/FRONT CASTERS ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened bracket. 2. Remove existing rear wheel from the wheelchair. 3. Install new/existing rear wheel onto wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page
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and locking pins of the quick-release axle are fully released BEFORE operating the wheelchair. The locking pins MUST be protruding past the inside of rear wheel hub for a positive lock. Keep locking pins clean. Invacare recommends inserting quick-release axles with the head end to the inside of the
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WHEELS/FRONT CASTERS ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLES NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.3. 1. Remove rear wheel and quick‐release axle from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 41. 2. Depress detent pin in the quick‐release axle and slide the quick‐release axle
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SECTION 8-REAR WHEELS/FRONT CASTERS Rear Wheel Mounting Screws Handrim FIGURE 8.4 - REPLACING HANDRIMS REPLACING/REPAIRING REAR WHEEL TIRE/TUBE ƽ WARNING Replacement of rear wheel tire or tube MUST be performed by a qualified technician. REPLACING/REPAIRING FRONT CASTER TIRE/TUBE ƽ WARNING
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dust cover from the caster headtube. 2. To properly tighten caster journal system and guard against flutter, perform the following check: A. Tip back the wheelchair to floor. B. Pivot both forks and casters to top of their arc simultaneously. C. Let casters drop to bottom of arc. D. Adjust locknuts
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, repair or service and BEFORE use manual for correct usage and adjustment. If these requirements cannot be achieved, DO NOT use the wheelchair wheelchair (You may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard for the wheelchair
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ADJUSTING ANTI-TIPPERS NOTE: Refer to the charts in this procedure of the manual before proceeding. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.2. 1. charts to ensure the correct anti‐tipper is installed in the wheelchair. Seat‐to‐floor heights are approximate depending on front caster size
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. USING/ADJUSTING WHEEL LOCKS (PUSH-TOLOCK/PULL-TO-LOCK) USING WHEEL LOCKS PUSH-TO-LOCK ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks. Wheel locks are NOT brakes. UNLOCKED POSITION Wheel Lock LOCKED POSITION NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.3. 1. Ensure
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shoe spacers. Refer to Installing Wheel Lock Shoe Spacers on page 49. 2. Loosen the bolt and locknut that secure the wheel lock assembly to the wheelchair frame. 3. Adjust the position of wheel lock until the measurement between the rear wheel and the wheel lock shoe or shoe spacer is between 5/32
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USING/ADJUSTING HIGH MOUNT WHEEL LOCKS (PUSH-TO-LOCK/PULL-TO-LOCK) USING HIGH MOUNT WHEEL LOCKS ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks, otherwise injury or damage may occur. Wheel locks are NOT brakes. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.6. 1. Ensure
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to FIGURE 9.7. 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 Wheelchair Frame 3. Measure the distance between the wheel lock shoe and the rear wheel. 4. Slide the wheel lock along the
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SECTION 9-ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS 5. Push the opposite end of the elastic cord up through the slotted hole in the wheel lock extension handle. 6. Run the cord through the washer and tie a knot above the washer as shown in FIGURE 9.8. 7. Pull the cord back down into the wheel lock extension handle.
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, 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 PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS. THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU
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OU TOUT ÉQUIPEMENT OPTIONNEL DISPONIBLE SANS D'ABORD LIRE EN ENTIER ET COMPRENDRE CES INSTRUCTIONS ET TOUT MATÉRIEL D'INSTRUCTION SUPPLÉMENTAIRE TELS LES MANUELS DU PROPRIÉTAIRE, LES MANUELS D'ENTRETIEN OU LES FEUILLETS D'INSTRUCTIONS FOURNIS AVEC CE PRODUIT OU TOUT ÉQUIPEMENT OPTIONNEL. SI VOUS NE
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TABLE DES MATIÈRES TABLE DES MATIÈRES L'ENREGISTREMENT DE VOTRE PRODUIT 58 REMARQUES SPÉCIALES 59 EMPLACEMENT DES ÉTIQUETTE 60 PARAMÈTRES TYPES DU PRODUIT 61 SECTION 1-DIRECTIVES GÉNÉRALES 62 Stabilité...62 Antibascules...63 Information Pour La Réparation Ou L'entretien 63 Information Relative
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TABLE DES MATIÈRES TABLE DES MATIÈRES SECTION 4-ENTRETIEN/TRANSPORT 78 Précautions De Sécurité Pour L'entretien 78 Procédures D'entretien Suggérées 78 Transporter Le Fauteuil Patriot ...79 SECTION 5-APPUIE-PIEDS\JAMBES 80 Installer/Enlever Les Appuie-pieds Pivotants 80 Installer Les Appuie-
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TABLE DES MATIÈRES TABLE DES MATIÈRES SECTION 8-ROUES ARRIÈRE/AVANT 94 Enlever/Installer Les Roues Arrière ...94 Essieux Fixes ...94 Essieux À Dégagement Rapide...94 Régler L'essieu à Dégagement Rapide 95 Remplacer les Cerceaux de Conduite Sans Projection 96 Remplacer/Réparer Le Pneu/Chambre À
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conseils pour l'entretien et des nouvelles de l'industrie. Enregistrez-vous EN LIGNE sur warranty.invacare.com Veuillez avoir à portée de main votre numéro de modèle ainsi que seront utilisées que par Invacare Corporation et protégées par les lois et règlements en vigueur. Patriot™ 58 Part
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demeure la responsabilité de l'utilisateur et de son professionnel des soins de santé en mesure de faire ce choix. SUPPORT D'ARRIMAGE ET CEINTURES POUR FAUTEUILS ROULANTS Invacare recommande de NE PAS transporter les utilisateurs de fauteuils roulants à bord d'un véhicule lorsqu'ils sont assis dans
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16"sur les pneumatiques). INSTRUCTIONS POUR RÉGLER LES FREINS DE BLOCAGE 1. Desserrer l'attache du frein de blocage qui passe dans le support de montage et le ch les antibascules. No. 1091552 ! WARNING Refer to the Owner's Manual for proper anti-tipper setting. ! AVERTISSEMENT Se référer au manuel
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lbs LIMITE DE POIDS: 250 lbs POIDS À LA LIVRAISON (APPROXIMATE): Patriot - 39.5lbs* REMARQUE: Châssis de siège de 16x16 po. avec emballage. REMARQUE: Invacare recommande que la distance sol\siège arrière soit au moins 3\8 de pouce plus courte que celle en avant. Les distances siège/sol
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SECTION 1-DIRECTIVES GÉNÉRALES vSM ECTION 1-DIRECTIVES GÉNÉRALES ƽ MISE EN GARDE SECTION 1 - DIRECTIVES GÉNÉRALES contient des renseignements importants sur le fonctionnement et l'utilisation sécuritaire de ce produit. STABILITÉ La profondeur du siège, la hauteur et l'angle du dossier, l'ange du
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és en tout temps. Bien que les antibascules soient optionnels sur les fauteuils 0° ou 3° (vous pouvez les commander avec ou sans les antibascules), Invacare recommande fortement de commander les antibascules pour plus de sécurité pour lʹutilisateur. Angle siège/sol 6°: Si vous changez lʹangle siège
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ceinture de siège\thoracique soir optionnelle sur ce fauteuil (vous pouvez le commander avec ou sans la ceinture de siège\thoracique), Invacare recommande fortement de commander la ceinture de siège et\ou thoracique comme mesure de sécurité supplémentaire pour l'utilisateur. TOUJOURS enclencher les
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le commander avec ou sans les cerceaux de conduite), Invacare recommande fortement de commander les cerceaux de conduite comme mesure équate. NE PAS trop gonfler les pneus. Si vous ne suivez pas ces instructions, les pneus pourraient éclater et causer des blessures. La pression recommandée est
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à travers les obstacles architecturaux courants. Utiliser cette information comme guide de base seulement. Les techniques présentées dans les ou descendre des rampes ou des pentes de plus de 9° d'inclinaison. Invacare recommande fortement de descendre les rampes ou les pentes lentement pour éviter
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centre de gravité. Presque toutes les activités qui impliquent des mouvements ont un effet sur le centre de gravité. Pour plus de sécurité, Invacare recommande dʹutiliser les ceintures pendant les activités qui vous obligent à déplacer votre poids. NE PAS se pencher vers lʹavant plus loin que la
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, en un mouvement continu. ƽ AVERTISSEMENT NE PAS laisser le fauteuil retomber sur le sol. Ceci pourrait causer des blessures à l'utilisateur. Push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb. FIGURE 2.1 MÉTHODE 1- FAUTEUIL AVEC TUBES SURE STEP MÉTHODE 2 - FAUTEUIL SANS
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et sa ceinture thoracique. Bien que ces CEINTURES soient optionnelles sur ce fauteuil vous pouvez commander le fauteuil avec ou sans les ceintures, Invacare recommande fortement de commander la ceinture et la ceinture thoracique pour plus de sécurité. La ceinture est conçue pour le positionnement
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SECTION 2-SÉCURITÉ/MANIPULATION DU FAUTEUIL TRANSFÉRER D'UN SIÈGE À UN AUTRE ƽ AVERTISSEMENT AVANT de tenter de transférer de son fauteuil ou dans son fauteuil, toutes les précautions doivent être prises pour réduire la distance à franchir. Tourner les deux (2) roues avant dans la direction où vous
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SECTION 2-SÉCURITÉ/MANIPULATION DU FAUTEUIL Plusieurs activités nécessitent de sʹétirer, de se pencher, ou de transférer du fauteuil. Ces mouvements modifient lʹéquilibre normal, le centre de gravité et la distribution du poids du fauteuil. Pour déterminer et établir vos limites personnelles sé
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SECTION 2-SÉCURITÉ/MANIPULATION DU FAUTEUIL S'ÉTIRER, SE PENCHER ET SE PLIER VERS L'AVANT ƽ AVERTISSEMENT NE PAS tenter d'atteindre des objets si vous devez vous avancer sur le siège ou les ramasser sur le plancher en vous penchant entre vos genoux. Keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to
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SECTION 2-SÉCURITÉ/MANIPULATION DU FAUTEUIL PLIER LE FAUTEUIL REMARQUE: Pour cette procédure, se référer à la FIGURE 2.8. 1. Bloquer les appuie‐pieds/appuie‐ jambes vers lʹavant du fauteuil. 2. Tourner les palettes à la verticale. 3. À lʹaide des deux (2) mains, saisir le milieu de la garniture du
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SECTION 3-INSPECTION DE SÉCURITÉ\DÉPANNAGE SECTION 3-INSPECTION DE SÉCURITÉ\DÉPANNAGE REMARQUE: Deux fois par année, faire inspecter et réparer votre fauteuil par un fournisseur qualifié. Un nettoyage régulier permettra de révéler la présence de pièces lâches ou usées et améliorera le fonctionnement
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SECTION 3-INSPECTION DE SÉCURITÉ\DÉPANNAGE ATTENTION Comme pour tout véhicule, les roues avant et arrière et les pneus doivent être vérifiés périodiquement pour y déceler la présence de fentes, de points plats ou d'usure, et remplacés si nécessaire. ❑ Desserrer/serrer l'écrou de blocage si la roue
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SECTION 3-INSPECTION DE SÉCURITÉ\DÉPANNAGE INSPECTER/RÉGLER UNE FOIS PAR MOIS ❑ Vérifier si les ceintures sont usés. S'assurer que le boucles bouclent. Vérifier si la quincaillerie qui fixe la ceinture au châssis est sécuritaire. La remplacer au besoin. ❑ Desserrer/serrer l'écrou de blocage si la
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SECTION 3-INSPECTION DE SÉCURITÉ\DÉPANNAGE ❑ Nettoyer les essieux à dégagement rapide avec du lubrifiant au Teflon®. ❑ S'assurer que les essieux sont propres, sans saleté ou poussière, etc. ❑ S'assurer que les roulements à rouleaux sont propres, sans poussière, etc. ❑ Régler les freins de blocage en
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le fauteuil si la pression des pneus n'est pas adéquate (p.s.i.). NE PAS trop gonfler les pneus. Si vous ne respectez pas ces instructions, les pneus pourraient éclater et causer des blessures corporelles. 3. La pression recommandée pour les pneus pneumatiques est indiquée sur la paroi du pneu
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SECTION 4-ENTRETIEN/TRANSPORT 8. Vérifier si la garniture est lâche, déchirée ou abîmée. TRANSPORTER LE FAUTEUIL PATRIOT 1. Enlever le système de siège. Se référer au manuel de lʹutilisateur du système de siège pour installer et enlever le système de siège. 2. Enlever les appuie‐pieds. Se référer à
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SECTION 5-APPUIE-PIEDS\JAMBES SECTION 5-APPUIE-PIEDS\JAMBES ƽ AVERTISSEMENT Après TOUT réglage, réparation ou entretien, et AVANT utilisation, s'assurer que toute la quicaillerie de fixation est bien serrée- sans quoi des blessures ou des dommages. INSTALLER/ENLEVER LES APPUIE-PIEDS PIVOTANTS
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et monter ou descendre l'appuie‐pied sur le tube de montage à la hauteur voulue. 3. Remonter la vis hexagonale et l'intercalaire bombé dans le support supérieur et le tube de montage tel qu'illustré à la FIGURE 5.2. 4. Bien serrer la vis hexagonale et l'intercalaire bombé. 5. Installer l'appuie‐pied
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la vis de montage et lʹécrou de blocage jusquʹà ce que lʹintercalaire soit fixe. 3. Fixer le tube de montage et lʹappuie‐ pied au support supérieur de lʹappuie‐ pied, tel quʹillustré à la FIGURE 5.2. 4. Répéter les ÉTAPES 1‐3 pour l'autre côté, si nécessaire. Intercalaire Écrou de blocage Vis de
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l'extérieur. 2. Sortir l'appuie‐pied du tube de montage. Tige de montage Poignée de dégagement de l'appuie-jambe Tube de montage Support de l'appuiejambe Boulon et écrou Palette Tube pivot FIGURE 5.4 - INSTALLER/ENLEVER LES APPUIE-JAMBES ÉLÉVATEURS RÉGLER LES APPUIE-JAMBES ÉLÉVATEURS\APPUIE
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et l'écrou de blocage qui fixent la charnière de la palette au support de l'appuie‐pied jusqu'à ce que la charnière de la palette demeure d'environ ¼ de tour. Écrou de blocage Charnière de la palette Tube support de l'appuie-pied Vis à tête creuse FIGURE 5.6 - INSTALLER LES PALETTES ARTICUL
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la perpendiculaire avec l'appuie‐pied ou à un angle ouvert ou fermé, selon les besoins. Support de l'appuie-pied90° Vis à tête plate SCHÉMA "A" - VUE LATÉRALE DE LA PALETTE ET DU SUPPORT DE L'APPUIE-PIE Support de l'appuie-pied Palette Palette Demi pince Charnière de la palette Vis de réglage
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SECTION 6-APPUIE-BRAS SECTION 6-APPUIE-BRAS ƽ AVERTISSEMENT Après TOUT réglage, réparation ou entretien, et AVANT l'utilisation, s'assurer que toute la quincaillerie est bien fixée, sans quoi des blessures ou des dommages peuvent survenir. RÉGLER/UTILISER L'APPUIE-BRAS ƽ AVERTISSEMENT S'assurer que
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SECTION 6-APPUIE-BRAS UTILISER ƽ AVERTISSEMENT S'assurer que le levier de réglage est bloqué en place avant d'utiliser le fauteuil. REMARQUE: Pour cette procédure, se référer à la FIGURE 6.2. 1. Débloquer lʹappuie‐bras rabattable en tournant le levier de lʹappuie‐bras vers lʹextérieur du fauteuil
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SECTION 6-APPUIE-BRAS ENLEVER L'APPUIE-BRAS RABATTABLE 1. Débloquer lʹappuie‐bras existant en tournant les leviers de dégagement de lʹappuie‐ bras situés sur le rail latéral du siège vers le HAUT (position HORIZONTALE) tel quʹillustré au Schéma ʺAʺ. 2. Sortir, vers le haut, les appuie‐bras
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SECTION 7-SIÈGE/DOSSIER SECTION 7-SIÈGE/DOSSIER ƽ AVERTISSEMENT Après TOUT réglage, réparation ou entretien, et AVANT l'utilisation, toujours s'assurer que toute la quincaillerie est bien serrée, sans quoi des blessures ou des dommages peuvent survenir. ENLEVER/INSTALLER LA GARNITURE DU SIÈGE
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SECTION 7-SIÈGE/DOSSIER ENLEVER/INSTALLER LA GARNITURE DU DOSSIER REMARQUE: Pour cette procédure, se référer à la FIGURE 7.2. ENLEVER LA GARNITURE DU DOSSIER 1. Tourner les appuie‐bras pivotants hors de portée de nuire. Se référer à Régler/ Utiliser L'appuie‐bras de la page 86. 2. Couper les
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SECTION 7-SIÈGE/DOSSIER RÉGLER LA GARNITURE DE DOSSIER À TENSION RÉGLABLE ƽ AVERTISSEMENT Après avoir installé la garniture du dossier réglable en fonction des besoins de l'utilisateur, ATTACHER sécuritairement les courroies, AVANT d'installer le revêtement de la garniture du dossier. Le dossier ré
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SECTION 7-SIÈGE/DOSSIER INSTALLER/ENLEVER LES CEINTURES REMARQUE: Pour cette procédure, se référer à la FIGURE 7.4. 1. Enlever le coussin du siège, si nécessaire. 2. Enlever la vis de montage la plus en arrière et la rondelle qui fixent la garniture de siège au croisillon tel quʹillustré à la FIGURE
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SECTION 7-SIÈGE/DOSSIER INSTALLER/ENLEVER LA CEINTURE THORACIQUE REMARQUE: Pour cette procédure, se référer à la FIGURE 7.5. 1. Enlever les deux vis de montage et les rondelles qui fixent la garniture du dossier aux montants du dossier. 2. Exécuter une des étapes suivantes: A. Pour intaller la
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capuchon contre la poussière, lʹessieu fixe, la rondelle, lʹintercalaire (sʹil y a lieu) et lʹécrou de blocage qui fixent la roue arrière au support de lʹessieu. 2. Enlever la roue arrière existante du fauteuil. ESSIEUX FIXES 3. Installer la Roue arrière nouvelle ou existante sur le fauteuil. Se
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pour assurer un blocage adéquat. Garder les tiges de blocage propres. Invacare recommande d'insérer les essieux à dégagement rapide en placant l'extrémit Roue arrière nouvelle ou existante et lʹessieu à dégagement rapide dans le support de lʹessieu sur le châssis du fauteuil. 3. Si les tiges de
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SECTION 8-ROUES ARRIÈRE/AVANT 2. Relâcher la tige de détente de lʹessieu à dégagement rapide, et glisser lʹessieu dans le moyeu de la roue arrière. 3. Relâcher la tige de détente en sʹassurant que toutes les tiges de blocage sont complètement relâchées. 4. Augmenter ou diminuer le jeu en réglant
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SECTION 8-ROUES ARRIÈRE/AVANT 5. Réinstaller la roue arrière sur le fauteuil. Se référer à Enlever/Installer Les Roues Arrière de la page 94. 6. Répéter les ÉTAPES 1 à 5 pour lʹautre côté, si nécessaire. Roue arrière Vis de montage Cerceau de conduite sans projection FIGURE 8.4 - REMPLACER LES
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SECTION 8-ROUES ARRIÈRE/AVANT ƽ AVERTISSEMENT Le réglage de la fourche de la roue avant DOIT être fait par un technicien qualifié. Si vous modifiez la dimension de la roue avant, ou la distance siège/sol, cette procédure DOIT être faite par un technicien qualifié. RÉGLER LES FOURCHES REMARQUE: Pour
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és en tout temps. Bien que les antibascules soient optionnels sur les fauteuils 0° ou 3° (vous pouvez les commander avec ou sans les antibascules), Invacare recommande fortement de commander les antibascu-les pour plus de sécurité pour l'utilisateur. Angle siège/sol 6°: Si vous changez l'angle siège
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SECTION 9-ANTIBASCULES/DISP. DE BLOCAGE DES ROUES REMARQUE: En tout temps, il doit y avoir un dégagement entre 1½ po. et 2 po. entre la base de la roue de lʹantibascule et le sol/plancher. 3. Si la distance entre la base de roue de lʹantibascule nʹest pas de 1½ po à 2 po., régler les antibascules.
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SECTION 9-ANTIBASCULES/DISP. DE BLOCAGE DES ROUES DIA. ROUES AVANT 8-po. 6-po. 6-po.(SHE)* DIA. ROUES AVANT 8-po. 6-po. 6-po.(SHE)* PATRIOT AVEC ANGLE SIÈGE/SOL DE 0° OU 3° DISTANCE SIÈGE/SOL 17½,18½,19½-po. 16½,17½-po. 15½-po. LONGUEUR/HAUTEUR ANTIBASCULE 14, 4½-po. 13¾, 3½-po. 12¾, 2-7/8-po.
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SECTION 9-ANTIBASCULES/DISP. DE BLOCAGE DES ROUES POUSSER POUR BLOQUER DÉBLOQUÉ Dispositif de blocage BLOQUÉ TIRER POUR BLOQUER DÉBLOQUÉ Dispositif de blocage BLOQUÉ FIGURE 9.3 - UTILISER LES FREINS DE BLOCAGE RÉGLER LES FREINS DE BLOCAGE REMARQUE: Pour cette procédure, se référer à la
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SECTION 9-ANTIBASCULES/DISP. DE BLOCAGE DES ROUES 9. Répéter les ÉTAPES 1 à 7 jusquʹà ce que le dispositif de blocage bloque le fauteuil. Positions de montage Disp. de blocage Boulon et écrou Poignée du dispositif de blocage Châssis Intercalaire du saboit du dispositif de blocage Roue arrière
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SECTION 9-ANTIBASCULES/DISP. DE BLOCAGE DES ROUES UTILISER/RÉGLER LES DISPOSITIFS DE BLOCAGE SURÉLEVÉS DES ROUES (POUSSER POUR BLOQUER /TIRER POUR BLOQUER) UTILISER LES DISPOSITIFS DE BLOCAGE SURÉLEVÉS DES ROUES ƽ AVERTISSEMENT NE PAS tenter d'arrêter un fauteuil en mouvement avec les freins de
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SECTION 9-ANTIBASCULES/DISP. DE BLOCAGE DES ROUES 5. Serrer le dispositif de blocage des roues sur le châssis fauteuil. 6. Répéter la procédure pour l'autre dispositif de blocage. 7. Enclencher les dispositifs de blocage des roues et pousser le fauteuil pour s'assurer que les dispositifs de blocage
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SECTION 9-ANTIBASCULES/DISP. DE BLOCAGE DES ROUES 6. Passer le cordon dans la rondelle et nouer au‐dessus de la rondelle tel qu'illustré à la FIGURE 9.8. 7. Ramener le cordon dans la poignée de rallonge du dispositif de blocage des roues. 8. Installer le nouvel embout de caoutchouc. 9. Glisser
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are identified by the symbols ™ and ®. All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. 3-in-1 oil is a registered trademark of American Home Products Corporation. WD-40 is a registered trademark of the WD-40 Company. Teflon is a registered

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1088909E_English.pdf	1
Patriot™	1
m Warning	2
DO NOT 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...	2
m Accessories warning	2
Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products.	2
NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are available on www.invacare.com.	2
table of contents	3
table of contents 3	3
Register Your Product 5	3
special notes 6	3
Label Locations 7	3
Typical Product Parameters 8	3
section 1—General Guidelines 9	3
Stability 9	3
Anti-Tippers 9	3
Repair and Service Information 10	3
Operating Information 10	3
Tire Pressure 11	3
Weight Training 12	3
Weight Limitation 12	3
section 2—Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs 13	3
Stability and Balance 13	3
Coping with Everyday Obstacles 14	3
A Note to Wheelchair Assistants 14	3
Tipping 14	3
Tipping - Curbs 14	3
Stairways 16	3
Transferring To and From Other Seats 17	3
Percentage of Weight Distribution 17	3
Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward 18	3
Reaching, Bending - Backward 18	3
Unfolding/Folding Sling Seat Model Wheelchairs 19	3
Unfolding Sling Seat 19	3
Folding Sling Seat 20	3
Unfolding/Folding Solid Seat Model Wheelchairs 20	3
section 3—Safety Inspection/troubleshooting 21	3
Safety Inspection Checklists 21	3
Inspect/Adjust Initially 21	3
Inspect/Adjust Weekly 22	3
Inspect/Adjust Monthly 22	3
Inspect/Adjust Periodically 23	3
Troubleshooting 24	3
section 4—Maintenance/transporting 25	3
Maintenance Safety Precautions 25	4
Suggested Maintenance Procedures 25	4
Transporting the Invacare Patriot 26	4
section 5—Front Riggings 27	4
Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest 27	4
Installing Swingaway Footrest 27	4
Removing Swingaway Footrest 28	4
Adjusting Swingaway Footrest Height 28	4
Removing/Installing Heel Loops 28	4
Removing Heel Loops 28	4
Installing Heel Loops 29	4
Installing/Removing Elevating Legrest 29	4
Installing Elevating Legrest 29	4
Removing Elevating Legrest 30	4
Adjusting Elevating Legrest/Calfpad Assembly 30	4
Adjusting the Legrest 30	4
Adjusting the Calfpad 30	4
Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplates 31	4
Adjusting Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplates 31	4
Depth Adjustment 32	4
Angle Adjustment 32	4
section 6—Arms 33	4
Adjusting/Using Armrest 33	4
Adjusting Armrest Height 33	4
Using Armrest 34	4
Removing/Installing Flip Back Armrest 34	4
Removing Flip Back Armrest 34	4
Installing Flip Back Armrest 34	4
section 7—seat/Back 36	4
Removing/Installing Seat Upholstery 36	4
Removing Seat Upholstery 36	4
Installing Seat Upholstery 36	4
Removing/Installing Back Upholstery 37	4
Removing Back Upholstery 37	4
Installing Back Upholstery 37	4
Adjusting Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery 38	4
Installing/Removing Seat Positioning Strap 39	4
Installing/Removing Chest Positioning Strap 40	4
section 8—Rear wheels/front casters 41	4
Removing/Installing Rear Wheels 41	5
Permanent Axles 41	5
Quick-Release Axles 42	5
Adjusting Quick-Release Axles 43	5
Replacing Handrims 43	5
Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube 44	5
Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire/Tube 44	5
Front Caster Mounting/Seat-to-floor Height 44	5
Adjusting Forks 45	5
section 9—anti-Tippers/Wheel locks 46	5
Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers 46	5
Installing Anti-Tippers 46	5
Adjusting Anti-Tippers 47	5
Using/Adjusting Wheel Locks (Push-to-Lock/Pull-to-Lock) 48	5
Using Wheel Locks 48	5
Adjusting Wheel Locks 49	5
Installing Wheel Lock Shoe Spacers 49	5
Using/Adjusting High Mount Wheel Locks (Push-to-Lock/Pull-to-Lock) 50	5
Using High Mount Wheel Locks 50	5
Adjusting High Mount Wheel Locks 51	5
High Mount Wheel Lock Extension Handle Installation 51	5
LIMITED WARRANTY 53	5
Register Your Product	5
The benefits of registering include:	5
1. Safeguarding your investment.	5
2. Ensuring long-term maintenance and servicing of your product.	5
3. Receiving updates with product information, maintenance tips and industry news.	5
Register online at warranty.invacare.com	5
Please have your model number and purchase date available to complete your registration.	5
Any registration information you submit will only be used by Invacare Corporation and protected as required by applicable laws and regulations.	5
special notes	6
Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. Refer to the table below for definitions of the signal words.	6
Signal Word	6
meaning	6
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.	6
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.	6
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage or minor injury or both.	6
notice	6
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.	6
WHEELCHAIR USER	6
As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of the end user. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his/her hea...	6
WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT Positioning Strap	6
Invacare recommends that wheelchair users NOT be transported in vehicles of any kind while in wheelchairs. As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in ...	6
It is Invacare’s position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto industry. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any whee...	6
SEAT POSITIONING STRAP	6
Always wear your seat positioning strap.	6
The seat positioning strap is a positioning strap only. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs of wear appear, strap MUST be replaced immediately.	6
With regards to seat/chest positioning straps - it is the obligation of the DME dealer, therapists and other healthcare professionals to determine if a seat/chest positioning strap is required to ensure the safe operation of this equipment by the use...	6
Label Locations	7
Models with adjustable angle back only	7
Typical Product Parameters	8
patriot	8
oVERALL WIDTH:	8
21½, 23½-25½, 27½ inches	8
overall depth (with riggings)	8
43 or 45 inches	8
seat width:	8
14, 16, 17, 18, or 20 inches	8
seat Depth:	8
16 or 18 inches	8
seat-to-floor (adult/hemi):	8
15½ to 19½ inches - in 1-inch increments	8
back style:	8
Adjustable - in 1-inch increments	8
Adjustable Angle - 85° to 110° in 5° increments	8
back height:	8
15-19 inches (Standard on both)	8
20 inch (Optional Back Cane)	8
Arm styles:	8
Swing Back (Standard)	8
Space Saver	8
Desk Length (Standard)	8
Full Length	8
Fixed Height (Standard)	8
Adjustable Height	8
front riggings:	8
Swingaway Footrests	8
Elevating Legrests	8
rear axle:	8
Permanent (Standard)	8
Quick-Release	8
Rear Wheels:	8
20, 22 and 24 inch Composite	8
Urethane	8
Pneumatic	8
Pneumatic-Flat Free Insert	8
(Standard: 24-inch Composite Urethane)	8
handrims:	8
Composite Projection	8
Composite Non-Projection (Standard)	8
Aluminum Projection	8
Aluminum Non-Projection	8
Wheel locks:	8
Toggle Lock - Push or Pull	8
caster size:	8
6x1 inch Urethane	8
8x1 inch Urethane (Standard)	8
8x1¼ inch Pneumatic or Pneumatic-Flat Free Insert	8
Upholstery:	8
U240 Black Nylon	8
weight:	8
Patriot - 29 lbs	8
Weight Capacity	8
250 lbs	8
shipping weight (approximate):	8
Patriot - 39.5lbs*	8
*NOTE: 16x16 inch Seat Frame with packaging.	8
NOTE: Invacare recommends that rear seat-to-floor heights be at least 3/8-inch shorter than front seat-to-floor height. The seat-to-floor heights are based on urethane tires. If wheelchair is equipped with pneumatic tires or pneumatic tires with flat...	8
Section 1— General Guidelines	9
m warning	9
SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product.	9
Stability	9
The seat depth, back height/angle, seat angle, size/position of the front casters, seat-to- floor angle, position of the rear wheels, correct anti-tipper as well as the end user’s disability or end user’s physical condition and capabilities direc...	9
NOTE: When changes to the left hand column occur, follow across the chart and refer to the X procedure to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair.	9
seat depth	9
Back height	9
back angle	9
seat angle	9
caster size	9
caster position	9
wheel size	9
wheel position	9
user condition	9
Seat-to-floor heights have specific positions depending on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and seat-to-floor angle. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician.	9
Anti-Tippers	9
Anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor angles and/or seat-to-floor heights. Refer to the chart in Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers on page 46 of this manual for correct usage and adjustment. If these requirements cannot be achieved...	9
Anti-tippers MUST BE used at all times. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti-tippers may not provide the same level of protection against tip over. Extra caution must be observed when traversing such surfaces.	10
Seat-to-floor angle of 0° or 3°: (You may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard for the wheelchair user.	10
Seat-to-floor angle of 6°: If changing the seat-to-floor angle to 6°, anti-tippers MUST be ordered and installed.	10
Seat-to-floor height (which includes seat-to-floor angle): If changing the seat-to-floor height with or without a change to seat-to-floor angle, the correct anti-tippers MUST be ordered to maintain a 1½ to 2-inch ground clearance.	10
Repair and Service Information	10
Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustments should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied.	10
Operating Information	10
DO determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair.	10
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat.	10
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.	10
DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects from behind as this may cause the wheelchair and/or seating system to tip over.	10
DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward direction you are reaching as the wheelchair and/or seating system may tip over.	10
DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance.	10
DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur.	10
DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks. Wheel locks are NOT brakes.	10
Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance. Turn both casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto. When transferring to and from the wheelchair, ALWAYS engage bo...	10
DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways.	10
DO NOT go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9°.	10
DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water, ice or oil film.	10
DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your wheelchair to tip over and cause bodily harm to the user and/or assistant or damage to the wheelchair.	11
DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user and/or assistant or damage to the wheelchair.	11
DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair.	11
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing.	11
ALWAYS keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury.	11
NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair on an incline.	11
DO NOT use the footplates as a platform. When getting in or out of the wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are in the upward position or swing footrests towards the outside of the wheelchair.	11
The seat positioning strap is a positioning strap only. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs of wear appear, strap must be replaced immediately.	11
ALWAYS wear your seat and/or chest positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat and/or chest positioning strap is an option on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the seat and/or chest positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering t...	11
ALWAYS engage both wheel locks and reduce the gap distance BEFORE transferring to and from the wheelchair. Turn all casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto.	11
ALWAYS verify that hand grips on the rear cane are secure PRIOR to use when an assistant is used to propel or lift the chair. Check for any signs of looseness or deterioration and if found, contact a qualified technician. DO NOT attempt to move the w...	11
ALWAYS use handrims for self-propulsion. Inasmuch as the HANDRIMS are an option on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.	11
Tire Pressure	11
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. The recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wal...	11
Replacement of a pneumatic tire or tube MUST be performed by a qualified technician.	11
Weight Training	12
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, I...	12
Weight Limitation	12
The Patriot wheelchair has a weight limitation of 250 lbs (114 kg).	12
Section 2— Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs	13
“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 maintenance of the wheelchai...	13
Use this information only as a “basic” guide. The techniques that are discussed on the following pages have been used successfully by many.	13
Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described in this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for him/her in overcoming architectur...	13
Stability and Balance	13
m WARNING	13
ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is an option on this wheelchair (You may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additio...	13
The seat positioning strap is a positioning strap only. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs of wear appear, strap must be replaced immediately.	13
DO NOT climb, go up, or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9°.	13
Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or slopes slowly to avoid hard braking or sudden stops.	13
DO NOT leave elevating legrests in the fully extended position when proceeding down ramps or slopes.	13
Be aware that carrying heavy objects on your lap while occupying the wheelchair may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user, damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property.	13
This wheelchair has been designed to accommodate one individual. If more than one individual occupies the wheelchair this may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user and passenger and damage th...	13
To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you must at all times wear your seat restraint and maintain proper balance. Your wheelchair has been designed to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities as long as you do n...	14
Virtually all activities which involve movement in the wheelchair have an effect on the center of gravity. Invacare recommends using seat positioning straps for additional safety while involved in activities that shift your weight.	14
DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the armrests. Make sure the casters are pointing in the forward position whenever you lean forward. This can be achieved by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it in a s...	14
Coping with Everyday Obstacles	14
Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by learning how to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of gravity to maintain stability and balance.	14
A Note to Wheelchair Assistants	14
When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to use good body mechanics. Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenever tilting the wheelchair or traversing curbs, or other impediments.	14
Also, be aware of detachable parts such as arms or legrests. These must NEVER be used to move the wheelchair or as lifting supports, as they may be inadvertently released, resulting in possible injury to the user and/or assistant(s).	14
When learning a new assistance technique, have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone.	14
Tipping	14
m warning	14
DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance.	14
When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non-removable (non-detachable) part. Inform the wheelchair occupant before tipping the wheelchair and remind him/her to lean back. Be sure the occupant’s feet an...	14
Tipping - Curbs	14
After mastering the techniques of tipping the wheelchair, use this procedure to tackle curbs, short stairs, etc.	14
Method 1 - Wheelchair with Step Tubes	14
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.1.	14
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.	15
Roll the wheelchair forward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement onto the sidewalk.	15
m warning	15
DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occupant.	15
Push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb.	15
FIGURE 2.1 - Method 1 - Wheelchair with Step Tubes	15
Method 2 - Wheelchair without Step Tubes	15
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.2.	15
FIGURE 2.2 - Method 2 - Wheelchair without Step Tubes	15
Stairways	16
m WARNING	16
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.	16
Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an occupied wheelchair up or down the stairs. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Make sure to use only secure, non-detachable parts for hand-held supports.	16
ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap 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 fo...	16
The seat positioning strap is a positioning strap only. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs of wear appear, strap MUST be replaced immediately.	16
Follow this procedure for moving the wheelchair between floors when an elevator is NOT available:	16
1. Turn the anti-tippers so they are facing UP.	16
2. After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point, one assistant (in the rear) backs the wheelchair up against the first step, while securely grasping a non- removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair for leverage.	16
3. The second assistant, with a firm hold on a non-detachable part of the framework, lifts the wheelchair up and over the stair and steadies the wheelchair as the first assistant places one foot on the next stair and repeats STEP 1.	16
4. The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been rolled away from the stairway.	16
5. Turn the anti-tippers so they are facing DOWN.	16
m warning	16
DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur.	16
Transferring To and From Other Seats	17
m WARNING	17
BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance. Align both casters parallel with the object you are transferring onto. Also be certain the wheel locks are engaged to help prevent...	17
CAUTION	17
When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the seat. This will prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward.	17
1. Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side the seat to which you are transferring, with the front casters parallel to it.	17
2. Engage wheel locks.	17
3. Remove or flip back armrests.	17
4. Shift body weight into seat with transfer.	17
maximum gap distance	17
FIGURE 2.3 - Transferring To and From Other Seats	17
Percentage of Weight Distribution	17
m WARNING	17
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.	17
The seat depth, back height/angle, seat angle, size/position of the front casters, seat- to-floor angle, position of the rear wheels, correct anti-tipper as well as the end user’s disability or end user’s physical condition and capabilities direc...	17
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.4.	17
FIGURE 2.4 - Percentage of Weight Distribution	18
Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward	18
Proper positioning is essential for your safety. When reaching, leaning, bending forward, it is important to use the front casters as a tool to maintain stability and balance.	18
m warning	18
FIGURE 2.5 - Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward	18
Reaching, Bending - Backward	18
m WARNING	18
DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery. This will change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip over.	18
Keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury.	18
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.6	18
FIGURE 2.6 - Reaching, Bending - Backward	19
Unfolding/Folding Sling Seat Model Wheelchairs	19
m warning	19
DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open and the seat rails are fully seated into the side frame H-blocks.	19
Unfolding Sling Seat	19
1. Grasp the push closest to you.	19
2. Tilt the wheelchair towards you (raising the opposite wheel and caster off the ground/floor).	19
3. Push downward on the seat rail closest to you where the seat upholstery is attached until the wheelchair is fully open.	19
4. Engage both wheel locks, open the footrest/legrest for clearance and transfer into the wheelchair. Refer to Transferring To and From Other Seats on page 17.	19
FIGURE 2.7 - Unfolding Sling Seat	19
Folding Sling Seat	20
1. Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to the front of the wheelchair.	20
2. Pivot footplates upward to vertical position.	20
3. 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.	20
FIGURE 2.8 - Folding Sling Seat	20
Unfolding/Folding Solid Seat Model Wheelchairs	20
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.9.	20
1. From behind the wheelchair, grasp the right hand edge of the solid seat.	20
2. Raise the seat to the hinged side.	20
3. Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to the front of the wheelchair.	20
4. Pivot footplates upward to vertical position.	20
5. 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.	20
FIGURE 2.9 - Unfolding/Folding Solid Seat Model Wheelchairs	20
Section 3— Safety Inspection/ troubleshooting	21
NOTE: Twice a year, take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To operate properly and safely, your wheelch...	21
Safety Inspection Checklists	21
Initial adjustments should be made to suit the personal body structure needs and preferences of the user. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:	21
Inspect/Adjust Initially	21
Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).	21
Ensure all hardware is tight.	21
No bent or protruding metal on clothing guards.	21
All fasteners on clothing guards are secure.	21
Arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly.	21
Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.	21
Armrest pad sits flush against arm tube.	21
Seat and/or back upholstery have no rips.	21
Inspect adjustable angle back attaching hardware is securely tightened.	21
Ensure hand grips are not loose.	21
Sealed bearings and axle nut tension are correct.	21
No excessive side movement or binding when rear wheels are lifted and spun.	21
Quick-release axles lock properly.	21
Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling finish.	21
Inspect for broken spokes.	21
Wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come to a gradual stop.	21
caution	21
As with any vehicle, the wheels/casters and tires should be checked periodically for cracks, flat spots and wear, and should be replaced.	21
Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop.	21
Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.	22
Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure.	22
Wheel locks do not interfere with tires when rolling.	22
Wheel lock pivot point are free of wear and looseness.	22
Wheel locks are easy to engage.	22
Inspect tires/casters for flat spots and wear.	22
Check pneumatic tires for proper inflation (recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire).	22
m warning	22
do not use WD-40®, 3-in-1 Oil®, or other penetrating lubricants on quick-release axles. Otherwise, binding and/or damage to the wheelchair may occur.	22
Clean quick-release axles with a Teflon® lubricant.	22
Ensure axles are free from dirt, lint, etc.	22
Ensure roller bearings are free from dirt, lint, etc.	22
Adjust wheel locks as tires wear.	22
Clean and wax all parts.	22
Clean upholstery and armrests.	22
Inspect/Adjust Weekly	22
Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).	22
Quick-release axles lock properly.	22
Inspect for broken spokes.	22
Wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come to a gradual stop.	22
Inspect tires/casters for flat spots and wear.	22
Check pneumatic tires for proper inflation (recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire).	22
Inspect/Adjust Monthly	22
Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs of wear. Ensure buckle latches. Verify hardware that attaches strap to frame is secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary.	22
Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop.	22
Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.	22
Wheel locks do not interfere with tires when rolling.	22
Wheel lock pivot point are free of wear and looseness.	22
Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure.	23
Ensure all hardware is tight.	23
Ensure hand grips are not loose.	23
Inspect/Adjust Periodically	23
Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).	23
Arms are secure but easy to release and adjustment levers engage properly.	23
Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.	23
Armrest pad sits flush against arm tube.	23
No bent or protruding metal on clothing guards.	23
All fasteners on clothing guards are secure.	23
Seat and/or back upholstery have no rips.	23
Inspect adjustable angle back attaching hardware is securely tightened.	23
No excessive side movement or binding when rear wheels are lifted and spun.	23
Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling finish.	23
Inspect tires/casters for flat spots and wear.	23
Check pneumatic tires for proper inflation (recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire).	23
Wheel lock pivot point are free of wear and looseness.	23
Clean upholstery and armrests.	23
Sealed bearings and axle nut tension are correct.	23
Wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come to a gradual stop.	23
Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop.	23
Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.	23
Wheel locks are easy to engage.	23
Clean quick-release axles with a Teflon® lubricant.	23
Ensure axles are free from dirt, lint, etc.	23
Ensure roller bearings are free from dirt, lint, etc.	23
Adjust wheel locks as tires wear.	23
Clean and wax all parts.	23
Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary.	23
Ensure that casters are free of debris.	23
Troubleshooting	24
solutions	24
If pneumatic tires, check for correct and equal pressure.	24
Check for loose stem nuts/bolts.	24
Check caster angle adjustment.	24
Check that casters contact ground at the same time.	24
Section 4— Maintenance/ transporting	25
Maintenance Safety Precautions	25
m warning	25
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.	25
caution	25
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing.	25
Suggested Maintenance Procedures	25
1. Before using your Patriot, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear and replace. Check all parts for proper adjustment.	25
2. Keep quick-release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer to Refer to Adjusting Quick-Release Axles on page 43.	25
m warning	25
DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm.	25
3. If tires are pneumatic, recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire.	25
4. The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced when necessary by a qualified technician.	25
5. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels. Refer to Refer to Replacing Handrims on page 43.	25
6. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear. Refer to Using/Adjusting Wheel Locks (Push-to-Lock/Pull-to-Lock) on page 48 or Refer to Using/Adjusting High Mount Wheel Locks (Push-to-Lock/Pull-to-Lock) on page 50.	25
7. Periodically check front caster wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from moisture. Use a Teflon® lubricant if necessary.	25
8. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.	25
Transporting the Invacare Patriot	26
1. Remove the seating system. Refer to the seating system Owner’s Manual for installation and removal of the seating system.	26
2. Remove the footrests. Refer to Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest on page 27.	26
3. Remove the rear wheels. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 41.	26
4. Remove the armrests. Refer to Removing/Installing Flip Back Armrest on page 34.	26
5. Remove the anti-tippers. Refer to Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers on page 46.	26
Section 5— Front Riggings	27
m Warning	27
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.	27
Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest	27
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1.	27
NOTE: 70° front riggings require the casters to be in the trailing position. Repositioning casters MUST be performed by a qualified technician.	27
Installing Swingaway Footrest	27
1. Turn the footrest to the side (open footplate is perpendicular to the wheelchair).	27
2. Insert the footrest assembly mounting pin into the mounting tube of the wheelchair frame.	27
3. Rotate the footrest towards the inside of the wheelchair until it locks into place.	27
4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the other footrest assembly.	27
5. Adjust the footrest height, if necessary. Refer to Adjusting Swingaway Footrest Height on page 28 of the manual.	27
Swingaway Footrest Assembly	27
FIGURE 5.1 - Installing/ Removing Swingaway Footrest	27
Removing Swingaway Footrest	28
1. Push the footrest release lever inward while rotating the footrest outward.	28
2. Lift the footrest assembly out of the mounting pin of the wheelchair frame.	28
3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for opposite side, if necessary.	28
Adjusting Swingaway Footrest Height	28
1. Remove the footrest from the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest on page 27.	28
2. Remove the hex screw and coved spacer and slide the footrest up or down on its mounting tube until the desired footrest height is achieved.	28
3. Reassemble the hex screw and coved spacer through the footrest upper support and mounting tube as shown in FIGURE 5.2.	28
4. Securely tighten the hex screw and coved spacer.	28
5. Install the footrest assembly onto the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/ Removing Swingaway Footrest on page 27.	28
6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite side of the wheelchair, if necessary.	28
Hex Screw	28
FIGURE 5.2 - Adjusting Swingaway Footrest Height	28
Removing/Installing Heel Loops	28
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.2 and FIGURE 5.3.	28
Removing Heel Loops	28
1. Remove the hex screw and coved spacer that secure the mounting tube to the footrest upper support as shown in FIGURE 5.2.	28
2. Remove mounting tube and footrest from the footrest upper support.	28
3. Remove the mounting screw, spacer and locknut that secure the existing heel loop to the mounting tube and footplate as shown in FIGURE 5.3.	28
4. Slide existing heel loop up to remove from the mounting tube.	28
5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for opposite side, if necessary.	28
6. Install the new heel loop. Refer to Installing Heel Loops on page 29.	28
Installing Heel Loops	29
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.3.	29
1. Position new heel loop over mounting tube.	29
2. Secure new heel loop to the footplate with the mounting screw, spacer and locknut. Refer to FIGURE 5.3 for proper hardware orientation.	29