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  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 1
    Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair User Manual EN This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
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    Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. WD-40 is a registered trademark of the WD-40 Company. Teflon is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. Loctite is a registered trademark of Loctite Corporation. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 2 Part
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    /Handling of Wheelchairs...24 Transferring To and From Other Seats...30 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ...31 Safety Inspection Checklists ...31 Troubleshooting - Mechanical 39 Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplate Hinge...41 Part No 1154295 3 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    Adjusting the Height of the Adjustable Height Armrests...51 Removing/Installing and Using Flipback Armrests ...52 Replacing Conventional Armrest Pads...54 Installing/Removing T-Arms Installing/Removing Non-Adjustable Stroller Handles ...71 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 4 Part No 1154295
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    /ANTI-TIPPERS ...88 Wheel Lock Adjustment ...88 Using the Wheel Locks ...91 Operating Hublocks ...95 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers...97 14 RECLINER BACK OPTION ...98 Recliner Operation...98 Replacing Back/Headrest Upholstery...100 Part No 1154295 5 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    Contracture Assembly Width Adjustment...107 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION ...110 About Transport Ready Packages...111 Compliance Information...111 Specifications ...111 Securing the Wheelchair to the Vehicle...112 Securing the Occupant ...116 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 6 Part No 1154295
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    1 GENERAL 1.1 Symbols Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which to property if it is not avoided. Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, trouble-free use. Part No 1154295 7 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    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 COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 8 Part No 1154295
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    Wheelchairs without Transport Ready Option 2 OVERVIEW Serial Number Label WARNING Refer to Owner's Manual for proper anti-tipper setting. 1085379 Patent Label Solara 3G P/N 1111025 WEIGHT CAPACITY LIMITE DE POIDS 200 LBS. (91 kgs.) REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL SE RÉFÉRER AU MANUEL DE Spree 3G
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    2 OVERVIEW Wheelchairs with Transport Ready Option Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 10 Refer to attached TRANSPORT READY OPTION Instruction Card and wheelchair Owner's Manual before use. P/N 1120033 REV B - 08/05 Part No 1154295
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    2.2 Component Identification Push Handle Rear Wheel Axle Rear Wheel Wheel Lock 2 OVERVIEW Seating System Armrest Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame Footplate Front Caster Part No 1154295 11 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    Wheelchair = 241/4 inches Overall Width) Without Front Riggings Short Frame - 24 3/8 inches Medium Frame - 27 3/8 inches Long Frame - 30 3/8 inches Without Front Riggings Short Frame - 24 3/8 inches Medium Frame Footrests (Optional) Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 12 Part No 1154295
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    COLOR: BACK: BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT: REAR AXLE: REAR WHEELS: HANDRIMS: CASTER SIZE: SEAT WIDTH: SEAT DEPTH SHORT FRAME: MEDIUM FRAME: LONG FRAME: BACK HEIGHT: WHEEL LOCKS: TILT-IN-SPACE: Part or Foot Pedal Mechanism (Standard) - 5° to 50° of Tilt 13 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    with flat free inserts. If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/4 inch from the measurements listed above. All heights are measured with properly inflated new tires. These heights can vary + 1/4 inch due to tire wear Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 14 Part No 1154295
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    at all times. ALWAYS use anti-tippers. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti tippers may not provide the same level of protection against tipover. Extra caution MUST be observed when traversing such surfaces. Part No 1154295 15 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    for the wheelchair user. Make sure detent balls of the quick-release pin are fully released before operating the wheelchair. The detent balls MUST be protruding past the top of the seat plate assembly for a positive lock. Keep detent balls clean. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 16 Part No
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    professional or assistant. Make sure the occupant of the wheelchair is properly positioned and ALWAYS engage both wheel locks. When learning a new assistance technique, have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone. Part No 1154295 17 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    NEVER leave the occupied wheelchair unattended at any time, especially on an incline. Repair and Service Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustments should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 18 Part No 1154295
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    to one or any combination of the eleven may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability. These adjustments must be performed by a qualified technician. ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable before using the tilt-in-space Part No 1154295 19 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    handling of the wheelchair. BACK HEIGHT SEAT DEPTH BACK ANGLE SEATING SYSTEM TILT ANGLE CASTER X N/A N/A X X • X N/A X X X N/A X N/A X N/A N/A X X X • N/A X X X N/A X X X X X X X X X • N/A N/A N/A N/A X N/A X X X X X X X N/A X X X N/A Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 20 Part No 1154295
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    the recliner option if only one of the gas cylinders is operational or adjusted properly. Make sure the patient is properly positioned in the wheelchair before reclining or inclining (sitting up) to maintain maximum stability and safety. Part No 1154295 21 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    apparatus. Invacare wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR BODILY INJURY AND THE WARRANTY IS VOID. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 22 Part No
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    any wheelchair transportation systems. Refer to Transport Ready Option on page 110 for more information about transporting the wheelchair. Only use the transport brackets included with TRRO and TRBKTS for the purposes described in this manual. Part No 1154295 23 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G
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    Virtually all activities which involve movement in the wheelchair have an effect on the center of gravity. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for additional safety while involved in activities that shift your weight. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 24 Part No 1154295
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    is essential for your safety. When reaching, leaning, bending or bending forward, it is important to use the casters as a tool to maintain stability and balance. CENTER OF GRAVITY UNOCCUPIED OCCUPIED FIGURE 1 Stability and Balance Part No 1154295 25 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    / Backwards Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be somewhat alleviated by learning how to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of gravity to maintain stability and balance. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 26 Part No 1154295
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    wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occupant. Push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb. Step Tube FIGURE 3 Tipping - Curbs: Method 1 - Wheelchair with Step Tubes Part No 1154295 27 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G
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    the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing up. 2. One assistant (positioned behind the wheelchair), securely grasps a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair for leverage and tilts the wheelchair back to the balance point. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 28 Part No 1154295
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    rolled away from the stairway. 6. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down. Escalators ƽ FIGURE 5 Stairways WARNING DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur. Part No 1154295 29 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    4. Shift body weight into seat with transfer.  During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all possible. Maximum Gap Distance Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair FIGURE 6 Transferring To and From Other Seats. 30 Part No 1154295
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    if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. ❑ Ensure wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come to a gradual stop. Part No 1154295 31 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    tilt slides and roller bearings to ensure they are free from dirt, lint, etc. ❑ 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. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 32 Part
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    CASTER S FLUTTER SQUEAKS AND RATTLES LOOSENESS IN CHAIR SOLUTIONS X X X X Part No 1154295 If pneumatic tires, check for correct and equal pressure. X X X Check for loose stem nuts/bolts. X Check that casters contact ground at the same time. 33 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    1. Remove the seating system. Refer to the seating system Owner's Manual for installation and removal of the seating system. 2. Remove the back towards the front of the wheelchair. Refer to Folding/Unfolding the Back Assembly on page 67. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 34 Part No 1154295
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    page 86. ƽ WARNING 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. 5. Clean quick-release axles once a week with a Teflon® lubricant. Part No 1154295 35 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    . Use a Teflon® lubricant if necessary. 11. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears. 12. Clean upholstery with mild soap and water. 13. Recliners Only - Periodically check gas cylinders for oil leaks. If oil leak is detected, contact Invacare. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 36 Part
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    tires is not recommended. If the solid urethane or semi-pneumatic tires need replaced, Invacare recommends replacing complete caster assembly. For pneumatic tires, replacement of the tube must be performed by a qualified technician. Part No 1154295 37 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    adjustments, repair or service and before use, wheelchair frame. 3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for opposite side, if necessary.  Only the swing away footrest is shown. The lift off footrest assembly and elevating legrest install/remove in the same manner. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 38 Part
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    Mounting Tube Wheelchair Frame Mounting Pin 5-8 inches, 90° footrest - 5-11 inches (with 3 inch extension) If using ANY type of extension with the adjustable flip-up footplate. Refer to Adjusting Adjustable support and mounting tube. Part No 1154295 39 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    and footrest support. ƽ WARNING DO NOT overtighten socket bolt and locknut. Footrest MUST be able to rotate upward from the horizontal to the vertical position. 5. Secure the footplate to the footrest support with the coved washer and locknut. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 40 Part No
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    support wheelchair can operate the footplates easily. 7. If the footplate's motion is: • too tight, loosen the socket screw and locknut approximately 1/4 turn. • too loose, tighten the socket screw and locknut approximately 1/4 turn. Part No 1154295 41 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    7 FRONT RIGGINGS Locknut Footplate Hinge Footrest Support Tube Socket Screw FIGURE 4 Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplate Hinge 7.4 Adjusting depth is still not obtained, rotate the half clamp on the footplate hinge 180°. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 42 Part No 1154295
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    Footrest Support Footrest Support Flat Screws Footplate Detail "A" - Side View of Footplate and Footrest Support Footplate Half Clamp Footplate Hinge Adjustment Screw FIGURE 5 Adjusting Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplates Locknuts Part No 1154295 43 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    hand. While supporting the elevating legrest assembly (and user's leg), pull release lever up with other hand and lower legrest assembly to desired height. Release Lever Elevating Legrest Assembly FIGURE 6 Raising/Lowering the Elevating Legrest Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 44 Part No
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    bracket. 2. Insert mounting screw through one of four calfpad bracket mounting holes. 3. Using the mounting screw spacer and locknut, secure the calfpad to the calfpad bracket. 4. Adjusting Footplate Height and Calfpad Height/Depth Part No 1154295 45 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    and Coved Spacer Lower Footrest Assembly Phillips Screws Washer Spacer Spacer Heel Loop Locknut Articulating Footplate Heel Loop FIGURE 8 Composite/Articulating Footplate Heel Loop Replacement Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 46 Part No 1154295
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    mounting screws and washers. Tighten securely. FIGURE 9 Replacing Bolt On Sector Block Mounting Screw Washer Front Rigging Support Tube Mounting Screw Part No 1154295 Locking Pin Washer Sector Block FIGURE 10 Replacing Clamp on Sector Block 47 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    . 2. Secure the impact guards to the footrest frame. 3. Secure the calf strap around the footrest frame (with the impact guards attached). L Impact Guard H-Calf Strap Calf Strap FIGURE 11 Installing Impact Guards/Calf Strap/H-Calf Strap Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 48 Part No 1154295
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    the up (horizontal) position (Detail "A"). 2. Pull up on the armrest assembly to remove the armrest from the arm socket. 3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for opposite side of wheelchair, if necessary. Part No 1154295 49 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    8 ARMS Arm Socket Armrest Assembly DETAIL "A" Locked - Down (Vertical) Unlocked - Up (Horizontal) Armrest Release Lever FIGURE 1 Installing/Removing Dual Point Armrests (Fixed And Adjustable Height) Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 50 Part No 1154295
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    locked in place. 5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for opposite side of wheelchair, if necessary. DETAIL "A" Armrest Release Lever Locked - Down (Vertical) Unlocked - Up (Horizontal) FIGURE 2 Adjusting the Height of the Adjustable Height Armrests Part No 1154295 51 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    8 ARMS 8.3 Removing/Installing and Using Flipback Armrests Removing/Installing Flip Back Armrest Removing 1. Flip Pin DETAIL "A" Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Unlock Position (Horizontal) Locked Position (Vertical) FIGURE 3 Removing/Installing Flip Back Armrest 52 Part No 1154295
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    to the locked (vertical) position (Detail "A"). Flip Back Armrest Flip Back Armrest DETAIL "A" Locked Position (Vertical) Front Arm Socket Unlock Position (Horizontal) Armrest Release Lever Part No 1154295 FIGURE 4 Using Armrest 53 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    the T-Arm over the T-Arm socket on the wheelchair frame.  Make sure the locking lever is towards the front of the wheelchair. 2. Slide T-Arm into T-Arm socket until the page 56. 5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for opposite side of wheelchair. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 54 Part No 1154295
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    Wheelchair Frame T-Arm Locking Lever (towards the front of the wheelchair) 8 ARMS Slot T-Arm Socket FIGURE 6 Installing/Removing T-Arms Removing T-Arms 1. Sockets. on page 59. 2. Repeat STEP 1 for opposite side of the wheelchair. Part No 1154295 55 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    and down. 4. Lock the T-Arm by flipping the T-Arm release lever towards the front of the wheelchair. Adjusting T-Arm Width 1. Remove the two mounting screws that secure the arm pad to the arm 4. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 56 Part No 1154295
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    T-Arm T-Arm Release Lever - UNLOCKED Position Arm Pad Set Screws Mounting Screw T-Arm Release Lever - LOCKED Position FIGURE 7 Adjusting T-Arm Height/Adjusting T-Arm Width Adjusting TArm Width 8 ARMS Arm Tube Mounting Screw Part No 1154295 57 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    . Tighten securely. 6. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary. Arm Pad Socket Screws Arm Tube Mounting Screw T-Arm Post FIGURE 8 Mounting Screw Adjusting T-Arm Depth Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 58 Part No 1154295
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    does not easily slide UP and DOWN in the socket. 1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair, if necessary. Refer to Installing/Removing Rear Wheels on page 84. 2. Loosen, but DO NOT Lever FIGURE 9 T-Arm Socket Adjusting T-Arm Sockets. Part No 1154295 59 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    with the two socket screws. 5. Install the T-Arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing T-Arms on page 54. Side Guard Transfer Assist Socket Screws Bottom Clamp FIGURE 10 Adjusting T-Arm Transfer Assists And/or Side Guards. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 60 Part No 1154295
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    plate and back cane. 3. Securely tighten the cantilever arm to the wheelchair with two locknuts and washers. 4. Adjust the angle of the cantilever arm, if necessary. Refer to Adjusting the Locking Cantilever Arm Angle on page 63. Part No 1154295 61 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    Washers Back Cane Bottom Hex Bolt Top Hex Bolt and Coved Washer Cantilever Arm FIGURE 12 Installing Locking Cantilever Arms. Adjusting Locking Cantilever Arm Height.. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 62 Part No 1154295
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    plate. 3. Determine the mounting hole in the arm adjustment plate that will be used to correspond to the back angle. 4. Securely tighten the locking pin and washer Arm Adjustment Plate Part No 1154295 FIGURE 13 Adjusting the Locking Cantilever Arm Angle 63 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    /Adjusting Non-Locking Cantilever Arms ƽ WARNING DO NOT use lap trays with non-locking cantilever arms. Using Non-Locking Cantilever Arms 1. Pull the end of the -Locking Cantilever Arms Adjusting Locking Cantilever Arm Height.. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 64 Part No 1154295
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    assembly to the desired mounting hole. 4. Secure the cantilever arm to the wheelchair with a washer and locknut. Adjusting Non-Locking Cantilever Arm Angle 1. Arm Angle 16° Arm Angle Part No 1154295 FIGURE 15 Adjusting Non-Locking Cantilever Arm Angle 65 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    Arm Pads Arm Pad Cantilever Arm Tube Mounting Screws Cantilever Arm Tube Mounting Screws FIGURE 16 Arm Pad Replacement for Cantilever Arms Cantilever Slide Tube Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 66 Part No 1154295
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    - Push/pull the back towards rear of wheelchair until it locks in place. • Fold - Pick up on the back release levers and push the back towards the front of the wheelchair. Release Levers Part No 1154295 FIGURE 1 Folding/Unfolding the Back Assembly 67 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    Remove the back height adjustment screw and locknut that secure the back cane to the wheelchair frame. 2. Adjust the back cane to the desired height adjustment hole. 3. Reinstall the tighten. 5. Repeat STEP 4 for the remaining back cane. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 68 Part No 1154295
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    Locknut 95° 105° 115° Inner Backrest Mounting Bracket 90° 100° 110° 120° Mounting Screw Spacer Outer Backrest Mounting Bracket FIGURE 3 Adjusting the Back Angle on Wheelchairs Equipped with Fixed Back Part No 1154295 69 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    9 BACK/SEAT Adjusting the Back Angle on Wheelchairs Equipped with Fold Down Back 1. Remove the mounting screw and locknut Spacer 105° 115° 110° 120° FIGURE 4 Adjusting the Back Angle on Wheelchairs Equipped with Fold Down Back Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 70 Part No 1154295
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    stroller handle to the back canes. 3. Remove the stroller handle from the wheelchair. FIGURE 5 Installing/Removing Non-Adjustable Stroller Handles 9.5 Adjusting the Adjustable Angle hold the position, contact Invacare technical support Part No 1154295 71 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    the wheelchair frame. FIGURE 7 2. Discard existing seat positioning strap. 3. Install the new seat positioning strap to the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Replacing Seat Positioning Straps on page 72. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 72 Installing/Replacing Seat Positioning Straps Part
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    been tested for seating in a motor vehicle with the factory installed seating system only. 1. Ensure that the seating system is compatible with this wheelchair. 2. Refer to the seating system Owner's Manual for installation and removal. Part No 1154295 73 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    TILT 10 Tilt 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. 10.1 Engaging Tilt-In-Space ƽ WARNING The Invacare Solara wheelchair MUST be operated by an assistant when in ANY tilted
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    lever. DETAIL "A" 10 TILT Trigger Release Lever DETAIL "B" Gear Tilt Rack Mechanism FIGURE 1 Engaging Tilt-In-Space Foot Lever 10.2 Adjusting the tilt mechanism will not lock and hold its position, possibly causing injury. Part No 1154295 75 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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     This procedure applies to tilt-in-space release cables only. 1. To adjust the left tilt mechanism, do the following: A. Squeeze the trigger release lever of chair width adjustment, or seating accommodation, cables MUST be readjusted. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 76 Part No 1154295
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    10 TILT DETAIL "A"  If there is a gap between the top of the gear rack teeth and the bottoms of the gear sector teeth, the gear sector is not fully engaged. Gear Rack Gear Assembly Part No 1154295 FIGURE 2 Adjusting Trigger Release Cables 77 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    The adjustment will be too tight when the cable is straightened and the tilt mechanism will not lock and hold its position, possibly causing injury. 1. Lift Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 78 Hublock Lever Hublock Cable Cable Adjusting Nut DETAIL "A" FIGURE 3 Adjusting Hublock Cables Part
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    of tilt that the wheelchair returns to for normal operation. If the amount of tilt MUST be limited. Refer to Adjusting Lower Tilt Locking Collar on page 81. 1. Loosen the set screw that secure the tilt locking collar to the tilt slide. Part No 1154295 79 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    two tilt locking collars are at the same position on the tilt slide. 5. Securely tighten the two set screws of the tilt locking collars. Bearing Housing Upper Tilt Locking Collar Set Screw Tilt Slide FIGURE 4 Adjusting Upper Tilt Locking Collar. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 80 Part
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    position on the tilt slide. 5. Securely tighten the two set screws of the tilt locking collars (Detail "A"). DETAIL "A" Tilt Slide Part No 1154295 Lower Tilt Locking Collar Set Screw Bearing Housing FIGURE 5 Adjusting Lower Tilt Locking Collar 81 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    bracket to the wheelchair frame with two mounting screws and locknuts. Tighten securely. 5. Secure the rear vent tray hanger brackets to the wheelchair frame with four mounting screws, eight washers and four locknuts. Tighten securely. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 82 Part No 1154295
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 83
    and wheelchair frame) Washers Washers Locknuts Mounting Screws 11 VENT TRAY Height Adjustment Holes Rear Vent Tray Hanger Bracket Mounting Screws Rear Vent Tray Hanger Bracket Front Cross Tube Mounting Screws Front Vent Tray Hanger Bracket Part No 1154295 83 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 84
    the wheelchair frame. If the locking pins do not engage or there is too much movement of the rear wheel assembly in a back and forth position. Refer to Adjusting The Quick-Release Axle on page 86. 4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for other rear wheel assembly. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 84 Part
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 85
    manner. 12 WHEELS/FORKS Rear Wheel Locking Pins Detent Pin Quick-Release Axle Wheelchair Frame Axle Mounting Plate FIGURE 1 Installing/Removing Rear Wheels Permanent Axle  To . Refer to Adjusting The Quick-Release Axle on page 86. Part No 1154295 85 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 86
    on the end of the quick-release axle. 4. Reinstall rear wheel onto the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/ Removing Rear Wheels on page 84. 5. Release detent pin (Reference) Locknut Detent Pin Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair FIGURE 12.1 Adjusting The Quick-Release Axle 86 Part No 1154295
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 87
    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. Dust Cover Caster Headtube FIGURE 12.2 Adjusting Forks Part No 1154295 87 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 88
    and push against the wheelchair to determine if the wheel locks engage the rear wheels enough to hold the wheelchair. 7. If the wheel locks DO NOT hold the wheelchair, repeat STEPS 1-6 until wheel lock engagement holds the wheelchair. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 88 Part No 1154295
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 89
    lock shoe and the rear wheel. 3. Slide the wheel lock bracket along the wheelchair frame until the measurement between the wheel lock shoe and rear wheel is approximately 1.25 inches wheel link to the footlock lever (Detail "B"). Part No 1154295 89 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 90
    "A" Foot Lock Lever DETAIL "B" Locknut Washers Wheelchair Frame Mounting Screws Wheel Lock Bracket Wheel Lock Shoe Rear Wheel Mounting Screw Adjustment Holes Connecting Wheel Lock Link FIGURE 2 Wheel Lock Adjustment - Footlock Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 90 Part No 1154295
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 91
    13.2 Using the Wheel Locks Pull to Lock Wheel locks 1. Pull the wheel lock handle forward to engage the wheel locks. 2. handle forward to engage the wheel locks. 2. Reverse STEP 1 to disengage the wheel locks. 13 WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS Part No 1154295 91 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    Unlocked Position Side View Wheel Lock Shoe Wheel Lock Handle Locked Position Top View Wheel Lock Shoe Unlocked Position Top View Wheel Lock Handle FIGURE 3 Using the Pull to Lock Wheel Locks Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 92 Wheel Lock Shoe Part No 1154295
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    View Wheel Lock Handle Unlocked Position Side View Wheel Lock Shoe Locked Position Top View Part No 1154295 Wheel Lock Shoe Wheel Lock Handle Wheel Lock Handle Unlocked Position Top View Wheel Lock Shoe FIGURE 4 Using the Push to Lock Wheel Locks 93 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 94
    footlock. 2. Lift up on footlock lever to disengage the footlock. Locked Footlock Lever Unlocked Push Down to Engage Rear Wheel Lift Up to Disengage FIGURE 5 Using the Push to Lock Wheel Locks- Footlock Footlock Lever Rear Wheel Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 94 Part No 1154295
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    repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. ALWAYS engage both hublocks and reduce the gap distance before transferring to and from the wheelchair . Part No 1154295 95 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 96
    Lever DOWN) Unlocked (Hublock Pedal Up) Locked (Hublock Pedal Down) Locked (Hublock Lever Up) Hublock Lever Hublock Pedal FIGURE 7 Attendant Operated Hublock/Foot Operated Hublock Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 96 Part No 1154295
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    -Tippers 1. Remove the anti-tippers from the accessory carton. ƽ WARNING Anti-tippers MUST be fully of same respective adjustment holes BEFORE use. This will avoid a 3Wheeling situation Wheelchair Frame Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers Part No 1154295 97 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 98
    Make sure the patient is properly positioned in the wheelchair before reclining or inclining (sitting up) to maintain maximum stability and safety. ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (sitting up) the wheelchair. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 98 Part No 1154295
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    upright position - Pull up and push the stroller handle towards the front of the wheelchair until the back is in the upright position. 8. When the back reaches desired angle, slowly release the handles of the recliner cable assemblies. Part No 1154295 99 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    canes. 3. Install new back upholstery onto the back canes. 4. Install the ten mounting screws and washers that secure the back upholstery to the back canes. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 100 Part No 1154295
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    mounting screws and washers that secure the headrest upholstery to the headrest extensions. Headrest Extension Back Cane Headrest Upholstery Part No 1154295 Back Upholstery Mounting Screws and Washers FIGURE 2 Replacing Back/Headrest Upholstery. 101 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    Bolt and Locknut Angle Adjustment Plate Mounting Holes Contracture Support Tube Angle Adjustment Plate Mounting Holes Top Mounting Bolt and Locknut Contracture Support Tube Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair FIGURE 1 Adjusting the Angle of the Contracture Assembly 102 Part No 1154295
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    underneath the contracture footplate. See Detail "A". 2. Tilt the contracture footplate left or right to the desired Part No 1154295 Adjustment Screw Contracture Footplate Adjustment Screw FIGURE 2 Adjusting the Angle of the Contracture Assembly 103 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 104
    the adjustment screw located underneath the contracture footplate. See Detail "A". 2. Tilt the contracture footplate forward or back to the desired angle. See Screw Contracture Footplate FIGURE 3 Adjusting the Front to Back Angle Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 104 Part No 1154295
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 105
    . 4. If necessary, repeat STEPS 1-3 on remaining contracture footplate. Mounting Holes Contracture Footplate Flat Screws Part No 1154295 Locknuts (Underneath) Footplate Angle Bracket FIGURE 4 Depth Adjustment - Bilateral Contracture Footplate 105 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    on the contracture support. 4. Secure the footplate bracket to the contracture support with the mounting bolt, two coved washers, washer and locknut. Securely tighten. 5. If necessary, repeat STEPS 1-4 on remaining contracture footplate. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 106 Part No 1154295
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 107
    the two mounting bolts and locknuts that secure the contracture platform to the upper support. 2. Slide the contracture platform to the desired height. 3. Tighten the two position. 4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for remaining footplate if desired. Part No 1154295 107 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 108
    . Bi-Lateral Contracture Footplate Locknut Contracture Platform Locknut Angle Adjustment Plate Angle Adjustment Plate Bi-Lateral Contracture Footplate Contracture Platform FIGURE 7 Contracture Assembly Width Adjustment Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 108 Part No 1154295
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 109
    Loop  This procedure applies to the bilateral contracture footplate only. 1. Tilt the contracture footplate forward to gain access to the mounting screws that secure Heel Loop FIGURE 8 Replacing the Contracture Footplate Heel Loop Part No 1154295 109 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 110
    may be used IN ADDITION TO the wheelchair-anchored or vehicle-anchored belts. Ensure quick-release pins are engaged through bearing housings and tilt slides. DO NOT alter or substitute wheelchair frame parts, components, or seating systems. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 110 Part No
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 111
    Only wheelchairs which fit in the following size ranges should be occupied in a motor vehicle:12 to 22 inches wide and 12 to 22 inches deep Weight Limit - Solara 3G up to 300 pounds; Solara 3G with Heavy Duty Package up to 400 pounds. Part No 1154295 111 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 112
    used wheelchair-seated occupant's head ranges from approximately 47-inches for a small adult female to about 61-inches for a tall adult male . (Frontal Clear Zone) 16in. FCZ Side View 8in. 8in. HHT 16in. FCZ (Frontal Clear Zone) Top View Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 112 Part
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 113
    Securement Points 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION Tie-Down Bracket Tie-Down Brackets Part No 1154295 FIGURE 1 Securement Points 113 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 114
    instructions and SAE J2249. Tilt Lock Out 1. Tilt wheelchair until horizontal lines on tilt angle indicator are aligned with the dot on the rocker tube. Refer to Engaging Tilt-In-Space 5. Repeat STEPS 2-4 for remaining tie down bracket. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 114 Part No 1154295
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 115
    Tie Down Bracket Release Barrel Part No 1154295 DETAIL "A" 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION Horizontal Lines Tilt Angle Indicator Anchor Pin Rocker Tube Dot Rocker Tube DETAIL " C" Tie Down Bracket Anchor Pin Tilt Angle Indicator FIGURE 2 Tilt Lock Out 115 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 116
    FIGURE 3) has a pin which is used to secure the vehicle-anchored upper torso belt. 2. Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite pelvic belt bracket. 3. Install the vehicle-anchored upper torso belt onto the pin on the male end of the pelvic belt. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 116 Part No 1154295
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 117
    Pin DETAIL "A" - PELVIC BELT 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION Pelvic Belt Bracket Pelvic Belt Pin Slot Male End Pin (Used to secure the vehicle-anchored upper torso belt.) Tie-Down Bracket FIGURE 3 Wheelchair-Anchored Belts Part No 1154295 117 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 118
    -Anchored Belts This wheelchair has an overall rating of "B" with regard to accommodating the use and fit of wheelchair and human surrogate secured on test platform and tilted to 45 degrees. Test Platform 45° FIGURE 4 Vehicle-Anchored Belts Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 118 Part
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 119
    the user to slip under the belt and for the belt to ride up on the soft abdomen during normal use Steeper belt angles also reduce the tendency for upper-torso belts to pull the pelvic belt onto the abdomen during frontal impact loading. Part No 1154295 119 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 120
    firmly as possible, being mindful of user comfort. DO position belts INSIDE of armrests, wheels, etc. DO NOT position belts OUTSIDE of armrests, wheels, etc. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair FIGURE 5 Positioning Belts 120 Part No 1154295
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 121
    NOTES NOTES Part No 1154295 121 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
  • Invacare SOLARA3G | Owners Manual - Page 122
    NOTES NOTES Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 122 Part No 1154295
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    NOTES NOTES Part No 1154295 123 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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    Part No 1154295 Rev C - 12/10 Invacare Corporation USA One Invacare Way Elyria, Ohio USA 44036-2125 800-333-6900 www.invacare.com Canada 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 Mississauga Ontario L4Z 4G4 Canada 800-668-5324
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