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| 1 General 7 |
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| Symbols 7 |
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| Limited Warranty 8 |
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| 2 Safety 9 |
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| General Guidelines 9 |
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| 3 Overview 15 |
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| Label Locations 15 |
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| Component Identification 16 |
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| Typical Product Parameters 17 |
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| 4 Safety/Handling of the Wheelchair 20 |
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| Safety/Handling of the Wheelchair 20 |
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| Stability and Balance 20 |
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| Coping with Everyday Obstacles 23 |
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| A Note to Wheelchair Assistants 23 |
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| Tipping 24 |
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| Tipping - Curbs 24 |
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| Stairways 25 |
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| Escalators 27 |
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| Transferring To and From Other Seats 27 |
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| 5 Safety Inspection 28 |
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| Safety Inspection Checklist 28 |
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| Troubleshooting 31 |
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| Maintenance 31 |
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| 6 Upholstery 34 |
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| Removing/Installing Standard Back Upholstery 34 |
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| Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery 35 |
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| Removing/Installing Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery 36 |
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| Seat Upholstery Replacement 37 |
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| Unfolding/Folding the Back 38 |
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| 7 Frame 40 |
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| Back Angle Adjustment 40 |
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| Back Height Adjustment 42 |
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| Rear Seat-to-Floor Height Adjustment 43 |
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| Replacing Seat Frame 44 |
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| Opening/Closing Camber Clamps 46 |
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| Determining Toe In/Toe Out. 47 |
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| Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out 48 |
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| Axle Tube Positioning For 0°/3°, 0°/6°, 3°/6° or 9°/12° Camber Inserts 49 |
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| Axle Tube Positioning for 0°/9°, 0°/12°, 3°/9°, 6°/9°, 3°/12° or 6°/12° Camber Inserts 49 |
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| Adjusting The Axle Tube. 52 |
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| Repositioning Camber Inserts (Adjusting Rear Wheel Camber). 54 |
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| Adjusting Wheelbase Length (Adjusting Center Of Gravity). 56 |
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| Adjusting Wheelbase Width 59 |
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| Replacing Axle Tube 60 |
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| 8 Wheels 63 |
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| Removing/Installing Rear Wheels 63 |
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| Adjusting Quick- Release Axle 64 |
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| Installing Quad-release Axle 64 |
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| Adjusting The Quad-release Handle 65 |
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| Removing The Play From The Rear Wheels 66 |
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| Handrim Replacement 67 |
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| Wheel Lock Adjustment/Replacement 68 |
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| Replacing/Adjusting Casters 69 |
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| Replacing Forks 71 |
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| Adjusting Caster Height 72 |
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| Adjusting Front Seat-To-Floor Height 73 |
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| Determining Frame Size 73 |
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| Front Seat-to-floor Height Adjustment 74 |
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| 9 Footrest 85 |
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| Replacing the Footrest 85 |
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| Footplate Angle Adjustment 85 |
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| Footplate Depth Adjustment 85 |
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| 10 Anti-Tipper 87 |
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| Anti-tipper Adjustment/Replacement 87 |
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| Anti-tipper Adjustment 87 |
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| Anti-tipper Replacement 88 |
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| 11 Arms 90 |
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| Installing The T-arm Sockets 90 |
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| Installing/Removing T-arms 91 |
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| Adjusting The T- Arms 92 |
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| Adjusting T-Arm Sockets 94 |
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| Adjusting T-arm Transfer Assists and/or Side Guards 96 |
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| Replacing T-arm Locking Lever 96 |
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| Installing The Half Arm Socket 98 |
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| Adjusting Half Arm Height 100 |
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| 12 Suspension 101 |
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| Elastomers And Suspension 101 |
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| Replacing Rear Elastomers 101 |
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| Replacing Front Elastomers 102 |
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| 1 General |
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| 1.1 Symbols |
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| Warnings |
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| Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. See the information below for definitions of the signal words. |
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| Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. |
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| Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. |
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| Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage or minor injury or both. |
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| Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided. |
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| Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, trouble-free use. |
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| 1.2 Limited Warranty |
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| PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. |
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| This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products. |
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| This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state. |
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| Invacare warrants the frame to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a lifetime from date of purchase; all remaining components for one (1) year from date of purchase except upholstered materials, padded materials and tires/wheels. If... |
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| For warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare product. In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare at the address below, provide dealer’s name, address, an... |
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| Limitations and Exclusions: The foregoing warranty shall not apply to serial numbered products if the serial number has been removed or defaced, products subjected to negligence, accident, improper operation, maintenance or storage, products modified... |
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| THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND THE SOLE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF AN... |
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| THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS. |
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| When changes to the left hand column occur, follow across the chart and refer to the 3 procedure to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair. |
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| Footrest Position |
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| seat angle |
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| back angle |
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| seating system |
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| caster size |
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| NOTE: Additional adjustments may be needed according to the wheelchair type. Refer to the wheelchair owner’s manual for these procedures. |
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| Repair and Service Information |
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| Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustments should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied. |
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| Operating Information |
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| To 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. |
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| DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat. |
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| DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. |
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| DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects from behind as this may cause the wheelchair to tip over. |
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| DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the wheelchair may tip over. |
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| DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. |
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| DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with wheel locks. Wheel locks are not brakes. |
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| Never leave an unoccupied wheelchair on an incline. |
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| DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur. |
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| DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways. |
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| DO NOT climb, go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9°. |
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| DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water, ice or oil film. |
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| DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your wheelchair to turn over and cause bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair. |
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| 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 or damage to the wheelchair. |
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| DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair. |
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| ALWAYS keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury. |
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| Check all Allen screws that secure the footrest/raised footrest system to the wheelchair frame before using the wheelchair, especially if engaging in any contact sport. |
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| 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. Inasmuch as the... |
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| Engaging the wheel locks may not prevent the wheelchair from moving on all floor surfaces including those that may be wet or slick. ALWAYS exercise caution when transferring into or out of the wheelchair. |
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| Always use the 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. |
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| DO NOT use the footplate as a platform when getting in or out of the wheelchair. |
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| Seat Positioning Straps |
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| 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... |
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| 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... |
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| Tire Pressure and Information |
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| 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 on the sidewall of the... |
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| Replacement of the tire or tube MUST be performed by a qualified technician. |
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| Weight Training |
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| 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... |
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| Weight Limitation |
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| The Invacare A-4 wheelchair has a weight limitation of 300 lbs. (136 kg). |
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| 3 Overview |
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| Seat Upholstery |
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| 3.3 Typical Product Parameters |
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| A-4 |
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| FRAME TYPE |
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| Seat width |
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| Camber width |
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| (add the inches listed in the chart to the wheelchair width to obtain the overall width of the wheelchair at the widest point) |
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| Seat depth |
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| seat-to-floor (approx) |
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| front |
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| rear |
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| Back style |
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| Back Height |
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| footrest |
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| side wheel clearance |
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| rear axle |
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| Rear wheel camber |
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| single |
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| dual |
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| rear wheels |
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| Handrims |
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| Wheel locks |
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| Caster size |
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| seat cushion |
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| back upholstery |
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| arms (optional) |
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| weight** |
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| shipping weight** (approx) |
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| *The seat-to-floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat-free inserts. If the wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/4” from the measurements listed above. All heights are measured with properly inflated... |
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| **Subtract one (1) pound for Titanium models. Subtract one-half (1/2) pound for single camber inserts. Add one (1) pound for wheelchairs with the suspension option. |
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| 4 Safety/Handling of the Wheelchair |
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| 4.1 Safety/Handling of the Wheelchair |
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| “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... |
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| Use this information only as a “basic” guide. The techniques that are discussed on the following pages have been used successfully by many. |
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| 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... |
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| 4.2 Stability and Balance |
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| 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... |
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| ALWAYS check hand grips for looseness before using the wheelchair. If loose and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. |
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| 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. |
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| 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... |
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| To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you MUST at all times maintain proper balance. Your wheelchair has been designed to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities as long as you DO NOT move beyond the center of ... |
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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 positioning straps for additional safety while involved in activities that shift your weight. |
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| DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than stability will allow. Make sure 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 straight line. |
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| 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. |
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| The position of the footrest, camber tube, back angle, the tautness of the back upholstery as well as the user's condition are directly related to the wheelchair's stability. Any change to one or any combination of the five may cause the wheelchair t... |
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| Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer in and out of the wheelchair. These movements will cause a change to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. |
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| To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified health-care professional before attempting active use of wheelchair. |
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| 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. |
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| • Lengthening the wheelbase will increase the stability and maintain standard maneuverability of wheelchair. |
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| • Shortening the wheelbase will decrease the stability, increase the maneuverability and distribute additional weight onto the rear wheels. |
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| Lengthening the Wheelbase |
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| Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward |
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| 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. |
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| Position the front casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and engage wheel locks. |
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| Reaching, Leaning - Backwards |
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| DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery. This will change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip over. |
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| Position the wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object. Position the casters so that they are extended away from the drive wheels to create the longest possible wheelbase. Reach back only as far as your arm will extend without changing yo... |
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| 4.3 Coping with Everyday Obstacles |
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| 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. |
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| 4.4 A Note to Wheelchair Assistants |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| Also, be aware of any removable (detachable) parts. 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). |
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| When learning a new assistance technique, have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone. |
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| 4.5 Tipping |
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| DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. |
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| Do not let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occupant. |
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| 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 tilting the wheelchair and remind him/her to lean back. Be sure the occupant’s feet an... |
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| 4.6 Tipping - Curbs |
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| Invacare does not recommend that sport wheelchairs be used where traversing curbs present an obstacle. Possible injury to occupant and/or assistant(s) can occur. Transfer to an everyday use wheelchair is recommended if any such obstacles may be encou... |
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| After mastering the techniques of tipping the wheelchair, use the following method to tackle curbs, short stairs, etc. |
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| Turn the anti-tippers, if equipped, so the wheels are facing up. Unless the first assistant has exceptional upper body strength, it is recommended that two assistants perform this operation. The second assistant should be positioned at the front of t... |
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| The first assistant should stand on the sidewalk and turn the wheelchair so that the rear wheels are against the curb. The wheelchair should be tilted back to the balance point and, in one continuous upward movement, the rear wheels should be pulled ... |
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| When lowering the front casters of the wheelchair, Do not let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occupant and/or damage to the wheelchair. |
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| FIGURE 3 Tipping - Curbs |
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| 4.7 Stairways |
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| Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an occupied wheelchair up or down a stairway. Invacare recommends that, if possible, the user be removed from the wheelchair prior to moving. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making ... |
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| Follow this procedure for moving the wheelchair between floors when an elevator is NOT available: |
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| Moving Up Stairs |
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| 1. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing up. |
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| 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. |
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| 3. After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point, the assistant behind the wheelchair backs the wheelchair up against the first step. |
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| 4. The second assistant (positioned in the front of the wheelchair), with a firm hold on a non-detachable part of the framework, lifts the wheelchair up and on to the next stair above and steadies the wheelchair as the assistant behind the wheelchair... |
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| 5. The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been rolled away from the stairway. |
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| 6. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down. |
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| Moving Down Stairs |
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| 1. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing up. |
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| 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. |
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| 3. After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point, the assistant behind the wheelchair rolls the wheelchair up to the edge of the first step. |
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| 4. The second assistant (positioned in the front of the wheelchair), with a firm hold on a non-detachable part of the framework, lowers the wheelchair down and on to the next stair below and steadies the wheelchair as the assistant in the rear places... |
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| 5. The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been rolled away from the stairway. |
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| 6. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down. |
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| FIGURE 4 Stairways |
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| 4.8 Escalators |
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| DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur. |
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| 4.9 Transferring To and From Other Seats |
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| WARNING |
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| 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. Also be certain the wheel locks are engaged to help prevent th... |
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| 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. |
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| This activity may be performed independently provided you have adequate mobility and upper body strength. |
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| FIGURE 5 Transferring To and From Other Seats |
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| 5 Safety Inspection |
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| Every six months, take your wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To operate properly and safely, your wheel... |
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| 5.1 Safety Inspection Checklist |
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| As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced if damaged. |
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| Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: |
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| Inspect Initially |
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| Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag/pull to one side). |
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| Ensure wheel locks Do not interfere with tires when rolling. |
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| Ensure pivot points are free of wear and looseness. |
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| Ensure wheel locks are easy to engage and prevent the wheels from moving. |
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| Ensure that the casters are free of debris. |
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| Inspect seat and back upholstery for rips or sagging. |
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| Inspect upholstery fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch. |
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| 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. |
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| Ensure hand grips (if equipped) are not loose. |
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| Ensure quick release axles and camber inserts are clean. |
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| Ensure camber bar mounting clamps are securely tightened. |
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| Ensure quick/quad release axles lock properly. |
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| Ensure no excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun. |
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| Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling. |
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| Inspect spokes for bent or broken spokes. |
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| Ensure all spokes are uniformly tight. |
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| Clean upholstery and armrests. |
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| Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster; caster should come to a gradual stop. |
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| Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. |
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| Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. |
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| Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. |
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| If pneumatic tires check for proper inflation. |
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| Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary. |
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| Inspect/Adjust Weekly |
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| Ensure wheel locks are easy to engage and prevent the wheels from moving. |
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| Ensure that the casters are free of debris. |
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| Ensure hand grips (if equipped) are not loose. |
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| Ensure quick release axles and camber inserts are clean. |
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| Ensure quick/quad release axles lock properly. |
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| Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling. |
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| Inspect spokes for bent or broken spokes. |
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| Ensure All spokes uniformly tight. |
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| Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster; caster should come to a gradual stop. |
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| Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. |
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| If pneumatic tires check for proper inflation. |
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| Inspect/Adjust Monthly |
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| Ensure wheel locks Do not interfere with tires when rolling. |
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| Ensure that the casters are free of debris. |
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| Ensure pivot points are free of wear and looseness. |
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| Inspect upholstery fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch. |
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| 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. |
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| Ensure camber bar mounting clamps are securely tightened. |
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| Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. |
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| Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. |
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| Inspect/Adjust Periodically |
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| Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag/pull to one side). |
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| Ensure wheel locks are easy to engage. |
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| Ensure that the casters are free of debris. |
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| Inspect seat and back upholstery for rips or sagging. |
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| Ensure camber bar mounting clamps are securely tightened. |
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| Ensure no excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun. |
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| Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling. |
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| Clean upholstery and armrests. |
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| Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. |
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| Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary. |
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| 5.2 Troubleshooting |
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| 5.3 Maintenance |
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| Maintenance Safety Precautions |
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| After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. |
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| Replace any labels that are missing, worn, or torn. Refer to Label Locations on page 12 for a listing of the labels and their locations |
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| DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing. |
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| Suggested Maintenance Procedures |
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| 1. Before using your wheelchair, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. |
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| 2. Check all parts for damage or wear and replace. |
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| 3. Check all parts for proper adjustment. |
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| 4. Keep quick/quad-release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer to Adjusting Quick- Release Axle on page 64 or Adjusting The Quad-release Handle on page 65. |
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| Do Not use WD-40®, 3-in-1 oil®, or other penetrating lubricants on quick-release axles or camber inserts. Otherwise, binding and/or damage to the wheelchair may occur. |
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| 5. Clean quick-release axles and camber inserts once a week with a Teflon® lubricant. |
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| DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). |
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| 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 on the sidewall of the tire. |
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| CAUTION |
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| As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced if damaged. |
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| 6. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear. Refer to Replacing/Adjusting the Wheel Locks on page 59. |
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| Tire wear is excessive if: |
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| • Pneumatic Tires - there is missing tread or the tires are bald. |
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| • Urethane Tires - there are cuts, surface defects or the tires are loose on the rims. |
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| • Rubber Tires - 30% or more of the tire has worn away. |
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| Invacare recommends that rear wheel tire/tube and caster tire/tube be replaced every five years. |
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| 7. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels. If loose, have them adjusted. Contact a qualified technician or Invacare customer support at the telephone numbers on the back of this manual. |
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| 8. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels. Refer to Handrim Replacement on page 67. |
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| 9. Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from moisture. Use a Teflon® lubricant if necessary. |
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| 10. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears. |
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| 11. Clean upholstery with mild soap and water. |
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| Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube |
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| Replacement of solid urethane tires is not recommended. If the solid urethane tire needs repaired, Invacare recommends replacing the complete wheel assembly. |
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| Replacement of rear wheel tube must be performed by a qualified technician. |
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| Replacing/Repairing Caster Tire/Tube |
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| Replacement of solid urethane or semi-pneumatic tires is not recommended. If the solid urethane or semi-pneumatic tires need replaced, Invacare recommends replacing complete caster assembly. |
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| For pneumatic tires, replacement of the tube must be performed by a qualified technician. |
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| 6 Upholstery |
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| After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. |
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| 6.1 Removing/Installing Standard Back Upholstery |
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| The position of the footrest, seat angle, back angle, seating system/upholstery, caster size and position, rear wheel size and position, use of anti-tippers, as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change... |
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| Removing Standard Back Upholstery |
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| 1. Unfasten the two fastening flaps that secure the bottom of the existing back upholstery to the back canes. |
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| 2. Unfold the top of the back upholstery. |
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| 3. Lift up on the existing back upholstery and remove from the wheelchair. |
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| Installing Standard Back Upholstery |
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| 1. Install the new back upholstery onto the back canes. |
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| 2. Wrap the end of a fastening flap around the back cane. |
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| 3. Insert the end of the fastening flap through the loop. |
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| 4. Wrap the fastening flap around the back cane again and press firmly to secure. |
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| 5. Fold the top of the back upholstery down over the back canes towards the front of the wheelchair. |
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| 6. Press firmly to secure the fastening strips. |
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| Fastening Strips |
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| The adjustable tension straps can be adjusted at various levels of tension to accommodate individual end-users. The bottom two straps can be adjusted tightly to support and/or assist the extensor muscles. |
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| The back upholstery cover is designed for three reasons: |
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| • The first is as a modesty cover. |
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| • The second is to keep the cushion from sliding out of the back of the wheelchair. |
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| • The third is a sacral support depending upon how far or tight the seat portion of the back upholstery cover is pulled under the seat cushion. |
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| 6.3 Removing/Installing Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery |
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| To remove adjustable tension back upholstery, reverse steps 2-4. |
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| 1. Remove the existing back upholstery from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Standard Back Upholstery on page 34. |
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| 2. Stand behind the wheelchair and perform the following: |
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| a. Slide anchor loop section of adjustable tension back upholstery over the left back cane with the grommet hole facing the rear of the wheelchair. |
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| b. Slide adjuster strap section of adjustable tension back upholstery over the right back cane with the grommet hole facing the rear of the wheelchair. |
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| 3. Adjust the adjuster straps to the desired tension. |
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| 4. Secure adjustable tension back upholstery to the back canes with the mounting screws. Torque to 20-25 in./lbs. |
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| Clean the upholstery with warm water and mild detergent to remove superficial soil. |
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| Fastening Strap |
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| 6.5 Unfolding/Folding the Back |
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| Back MUST be locked securely in place before using the wheelchair. |
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| 1. To unfold the back, lift up on the back canes and pull back towards the rear of the wheelchair until it locks into place. |
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| 2. To fold the back, pull up on the cord and push the back canes forward towards the front of the wheelchair. |
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| Front of Wheelchair |
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| After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. |
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| 7.1 Back Angle Adjustment |
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| Perform this procedure on both sides of the wheelchair at the same time. |
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| 1. Loosen, but do not remove the locknuts and hex screws that secure the back angle bracket to the seat rail and the back cane. |
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| 2. Loosen the top locknut and slide the top hex screw away from the back angle bracket to adjust the cam. |
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| 3. Adjust back canes to back angle required. |
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| 4. Adjust cam to achieve desired position. |
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| An indexing notch has been put on the cam to help determine cam position for desired back angle adjustment. |
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| 5. Secure cam in desired position. Tighten hex screws and locknuts securely. DO NOT distort frame tube. |
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| As shown in FIGURE 1, the adjustment cam can be rotated to several different positions thus changing the overall back angle relative to the seat rail. |
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| Back Cane |
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| Observe the tautness of the back upholstery/adjustable tension back upholstery adjuster straps for proper reinstallation. |
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| 1. Remove the back upholstery by performing one of the following: |
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| a. Standard Back Upholstery - Refer to Removing/Installing Standard Back Upholstery on page 34. |
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| b. Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery - Refer to Removing/Installing Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery on page 36. |
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| Push pin of the back cane insert bar MUST be protruding through hole in each back cane. |
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| Ensure that both back cane insert bars are at same height before reassembling the wheelchair. |
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| 2. Press the push pin on the back cane insert bar in and adjust the back height to one of five heights depending on original back height: |
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| BACK HEIGHT (IN INCHES) |
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| Back Cane Insert Bar |
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| FIGURE 2 Back Angle Adjustment |
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| 3. Reinstall back upholstery by performing one of the following: |
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| a. Standard Back Upholstery - Refer to Removing/Installing Standard Back Upholstery on page 34. |
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| b. Adj. Tension Back Upholstery - Refer to Removing/Installing Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery on page 36. |
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| 7.3 Rear Seat-to-Floor Height Adjustment |
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| After making adjustments, always make sure that ALL parts are properly tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair. |
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| All A-4 wheelchairs are manufactured with the rear seat-to-floor height 1 inch lower than the front seat-to-floor height. Rear seat-to-floor height adjustment slots are in 1/2 inch increments. The number of available adjustment slots depends on the c... |
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| 1. Remove the two screws, nylon washers and locknuts that secure the seat frame to the wheelchair frame. |
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| 2. Reposition the seat frame so the mounting hole is aligned with the desired mounting position in the wheelchair frame. |
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| 3. Secure the seat frame to the wheelchair frame with the two screws, nylon washers and locknuts. |
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| Seat Frame |
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| 7.4 Replacing Seat Frame |
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| 1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 63. |
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| 2. Remove the seat upholstery from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery on page 37. |
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| 3. Remove the wheel locks from the wheelchair. Refer to Wheel Lock Adjustment/Replacement on page 68. |
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| 4. Make note of the installation position of the rear seat frame for proper reinstallation. |
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| 5. Remove the locknut, nylon washer and screw securing each side of the rear seat frame to the wheelchair frame (Detail “A”). |
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| 6. Remove two allen screws and washers that secure front seat frame to the wheelchair front frame (Detail “b”). |
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| 7. Remove the locknut, two washers, stop and bolt from the rear of the seat frame (Detail “C”). |
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| 8. Remove the locknut, washer, coved spacer, nylon spacer, washer and bolt securing the front of the back angle bracket to the seat frame (Detail “C”). |
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| 9. Repeat steps 7-8 for the opposite side of the wheelchair. |
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| 10. Remove the back canes with back angle brackets from the seat frame. |
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| 11. Align Front of seat frame with wheelchair front frame (Detail “B”). |
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| 12. Install two allen screws and locknuts to secure front of seat frame to wheelchair front frame (Detail “B”). |
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| 13. Install the screw, nylon washer and locknut to secure the rear of the seat frame to the wheelchair frame in the position noted in step 4. |
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| 14. Install the bolt, stop, two washers and locknut onto the rear of the seat frame (Detail “C”). |
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| 15. Repeat for opposite side of the wheelchair. |
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| 16. Align the latches on the back angle brackets with the stops installed in step 14 (Detail “D”). |
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| 17. secure the front of the back angle brackets to the seat frame with the bolts, washers, nylon spacers, coved spacers, washers and locknuts (Detail “C”). |
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| 18. Reverse steps 1-3 to install wheel locks, seat upholstery and rear wheels. |
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| Wheelchair Frame |
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| 7.5 Opening/Closing Camber Clamps |
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| Quick-Release Levers - Make sure the quick-release levers are in the closed position before using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may occur. |
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| Standard and Suspension camber clamps - Make sure the hex screws are securely tightened before using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may occur. |
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| CAUTION |
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| DO NOT close the quick-release levers or tighten the socket screws or hex screws without camber inserts in the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur. |
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| 1. Perform one of the following to open a camber clamp: |
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| a. Quick-Release Levers - Pull the quick-release lever to the open position. |
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| b. Standard Camber Clamps - Loosen, but do not remove the socket screw on the camber clamp. |
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| c. Suspension Camber Clamps - Loosen, but do not remove the hex screw on the bottom rear of the camber clamp. |
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| 2. Perform one of the following to close a camber clamp: |
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| a. Quick-Release Levers - Secure the quick-release lever to the camber clamp by threading it completely into the camber clamp. Push the quick-release lever on the camber clamps to the closed position. |
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| b. Standard Camber Clamps - Securely tighten the socket screw to secure the axle tube. |
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| c. Suspension Camber Clamps - Securely tighten the hex screw on the bottom rear of the camber clamp to secure the axle tube. |
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| Camber Clamp |
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| 7.6 Determining Toe In/Toe Out. |
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| 1. Inflate all pneumatic tires to recommended tire pressures (listed on the sidewall of the tire). |
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| 2. Measure the distance between the rear of the rear wheels and front of the rear wheels at the centerline of the rear wheels. |
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| For optimum accuracy, perform STEP 2 with the wheelchair occupied. |
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| 3. Determine the difference between the two measurements. If the difference between the two measurements is not within +1/8 inch, one of two conditions exists: |
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| a. If the back centerline measurement of the rear wheels is smaller than the front centerline measurement of the rear wheels, a toe-out condition exists. |
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| b. If the back centerline measurement of the rear wheels is larger than the front centerline measurement of the rear wheels, a toe-in condition exists. |
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| 4. If the difference between the measurements is not within +1/8 inch, correct the toe-in/toe-out condition. Refer to Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out on page 48. |
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| Front Centerline of Wheelchair |
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| 7.7 Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out |
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| If the axle tube has been repositioned or replaced, Refer to Adjusting The Axle Tube. on page 52. |
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| 7.8 Axle Tube Positioning For 0°/3°, 0°/6°, 3°/6° or 9°/12° Camber Inserts |
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| CAUTION |
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| DO NOT rotate the axle tube if the axle tube is locked out by the toe adjustment rings. If a locked out axle tube is rotated, damage to the toe adjustment rings will occur. |
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| Refer to FIGURE 7 for a description of a locked out axle tube. |
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| There is NO adjustment required to maintain a correct toe in/toe out measurement. |
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| The axle tube will be locked out by the toe adjustment rings and will NOT rotate. |
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| 7.9 Axle Tube Positioning for 0°/9°, 0°/12°, 3°/9°, 6°/9°, 3°/12° or 6°/12° Camber Inserts |
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| Stand behind the wheelchair to determine left or right. |
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| WARNING |
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| Quick-Release Levers - Make sure the quick-release levers are in the closed position before using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may occur. |
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| Standard and Suspension Camber Clamps - Make sure the hex screws are securely tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may occur. |
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| CAUTION |
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| DO NOT close the quick-release levers or tighten the socket screws or hex screws without camber inserts in the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur. |
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| 0°, 3° or 6° Camber |
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| 1. Open the camber clamps. Refer to Opening/Closing Camber Clamps on page 46. |
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| 2. Slowly rotate the axle tube until the tab on the left toe adjustment ring is stopped against the lower edge of the camber clamp. |
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| 3. Close the camber clamps. Refer to Opening/Closing Camber Clamps on page 46. |
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| 9° or 12° Camber |
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| 1. Open the camber clamps. Refer to Opening/Closing Camber Clamps on page 46. |
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| 2. Slowly rotate the axle tube until the tab on the right toe adjustment ring is stopped against the upper edge of the camber clamp (figure 7). |
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| 3. Close the camber clamps. Refer to Opening/Closing Camber Clamps on page 46. |
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| AXLE TUBE POSITIONING FOR 0°/3°, 0°/6°, 3°/6° or 9°/12° CAMBER INSERTS |
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| - no adjustment required - |
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| AXLE TUBE POSITIONING FOR 0°/9°, 0°/12°, 3°/9°, 3°/12°, 6°/9° or 6°/12° CAMBER INSERTS |
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| 7.10 Adjusting The Axle Tube. |
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| WARNING |
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| Quick-Release Levers - Make sure the quick-release levers are in the closed position before using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may occur. |
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| Standard and Suspension Camber Clamps - Make sure the hex screws are securely tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may occur. |
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| CAUTION |
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| DO NOT close the quick-release levers or tighten the socket screws or hex screws without camber inserts in the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur. |
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| Before performing this procedure, make sure the camber inserts are positioned to the lowest degree of camber. Refer to Repositioning Camber Inserts (Adjusting Rear Wheel Camber).. |
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| Stand behind the wheelchair to determine left or right. |
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| 1. If necessary, open both camber clamps. Refer to Opening/Closing Camber Clamps on page 46. |
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| 2. Loosen the set screw that secures each toe adjustment ring to the axle tube. |
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| 3. Using an \ |
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| 4. Close the right camber clamp. Refer to Opening/Closing Camber Clamps on page 46. |
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| 5. Rotate the left toe adjustment ring until the tab stops against the lower edge of the camber clamp. |
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| 6. Securely tighten set screw on left toe adjustment ring. |
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| 7. Measure the distance between the rear of the rear wheels and front of the rear wheels at the centerline of the rear wheels. Refer to Determining Toe In/Toe Out. on page 47. |
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| 8. Perform one of the following: |
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| 9. Toe In/Toe Out measurement is within ±1/8 inch - Proceed to STEP 9. |
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| 10. Toe In/Toe Out measurement is not within ±1/8 inch - Repeat STEPS 1-7 until measurement is within ±1/8 inch. |
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| a. Toe in/toe out measurement is within ±1/8 inch - Proceed to step 17. |
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| b. Toe in/toe out measurement is not within ±1/8 inch: |
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| i. Repeat step 1. |
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| ii. Loosen the set screw on the right toe adjustment ring. |
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| iii. Repeat step 3. |
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| iv. Repeat steps 12-16 until toe in/toe out measurement is within ±1/8 inch. |
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| 19. If desired, reposition camber inserts to the desired degree of camber. Refer to Repositioning Camber Inserts (Adjusting Rear Wheel Camber).. |
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| 7.11 Repositioning Camber Inserts (Adjusting Rear Wheel Camber). |
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| Perform this procedure on one side of the wheelchair at a time for ease of adjustment. |
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| 1. Open the camber clamp. Refer to Opening/Closing Camber Clamps on page 46. |
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| 2. Pull one rear wheel with the camber insert out of the axle tube. |
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| 3. Remove the rear wheel from the camber insert. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 63. |
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| 4. Rotate the camber insert 180°. |
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| 5. Reinstall the rear wheel into the camber insert. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 63. |
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| NEVER position the camber inserts in the axle tube with more than 3 inches (12 indexing marks showing) of the camber insert outside of the axle tube. Otherwise, the camber inserts will not be securely tightened in the axle tube resulting in possible ... |
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| 6. Position camber insert to desired position. Make sure there are no more than 3 inches (12 indexing marks) of the camber inserts outside of axle tube. |
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| 7. Slide the indexing ring on the camber insert until it is flush with the camber clamp. |
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| Quick-Release Levers - Make sure the quick-release levers are in the closed position before using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may occur. |
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| Standard and Suspension Camber Clamps - Make sure the hex screws are securely tightened before using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may occur. |
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| CAUTION |
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| DO NOT close the quick-release levers or tighten the socket screws or hex screws without camber inserts in the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur. |
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| 8. Close the camber clamp. Refer to Opening/Closing Camber Clamps on page 46. |
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| 9. Repeat steps 1-8 for opposite side of wheelchair. |
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| Before using the wheelchair, make sure both camber inserts are set to the same indexing mark. This will make sure the distance between the rear wheel and the wheelchair is the same on both sides. |
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| 10. Wheelchairs equipped with 0°/9°, 0°/12°, 3°/9°, 6°/9°, 3°/12° or 6°/12° camber inserts - Adjust the toe in/toe out of the wheelchair. Refer to Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out on page 48. |
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| Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the quick/quad-release axle are fully released before operating the wheelchair. |
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| The locking pins MUST be protruding past the inside of the rear wheel axle bushing for a positive lock. |
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| Keep locking pins clean. |
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| 11. If the locking pins of the quick/quad-release axles are not protruding past the inside of the axle bushing or there is too much movement of the rear wheel assembly in a back and forth position, Refer to Adjusting The Quad-release Handle on page 6... |
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| 12. Ensure the wheelchair is parallel to the floor. Refer to Adjusting Caster Height on page 72. |
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| 13. Ensure anti-tippers are adjusted properly. Refer to Anti-tipper Adjustment/Replacement on page 87. |
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| Camber Insert - Rotate 180° |
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| 7.12 Adjusting Wheelbase Length (Adjusting Center Of Gravity). |
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| The position of the footrest, seat angle, back angle, seating system/upholstery, caster size and position, rear wheel size and position, use of anti-tippers, as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change... |
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| The camber bar is always mounted to the bottom of the wheelchair frame. |
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| 1. Perform one of the following: |
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| a. Non-suspension - Loosen, but do not remove the hex screw that secures each of the top clamps to the wheelchair frame. |
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| b. Suspension - Loosen, but do not remove the two hex screws that secure each of the top clamps to the wheelchair frame. |
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| 2. Position the camber clamps on the wheelchair frame at the desired position. |
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| a. Lengthening The Wheelbase - will increase the stability and maintain standard maneuverability of the wheelchair. |
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| b. Shortening The Wheelbase - will increase the maneuverability, distribute additional weight onto the rear wheels, and make the wheelchair less stable. |
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| The performance of the wheelchair will be affected if the camber clamps do not sit flush on the wheelchair frame. |
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| 3. Perform one of the following: |
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| a. Non Suspension - securely tighten the hex screw that secures one of the top clamps to the wheelchair frame. |
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| b. Suspension - securely tighten the two hex screws that secure one of the top clamps to the wheelchair frame. |
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| Securely tightening one socket screw at a time ensures that the camber clamps will sit flush on the wheelchair frame. |
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| 4. Repeat STEP 3 for the opposite side of the wheelchair. |
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| The distance between the front of the back post and the back of the top clamp on each side of the wheelchair can be measured as an additional check to make sure the camber clamps sit flush on the wheelchair frame (the measurements should be the same)... |
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| 5. Roll the wheelchair before using to make sure there is no excessive drag to either side. |
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| If drag to either side occurs, refer to Determining Toe In/Toe Out. on page 47. |
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| Measure this distance |
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| 7.13 Adjusting Wheelbase Width |
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| Perform this procedure on one side of the wheelchair at a time for ease of adjustment. |
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| 1. Open the camber clamp. Refer to Opening/Closing Camber Clamps on page 46. |
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| NEVER position the camber inserts in the axle tube with more than 3 inches (12 indexing marks showing) of the camber insert outside of the axle tube. Otherwise, the camber inserts will not be securely tightened in the axle tube resulting in possible ... |
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| 2. Position the camber insert to the desired position. Make sure there are no more than 3 inches (12 indexing marks showing) of the camber inserts outside of the axle tube. |
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| 3. Slide the indexing ring on the camber insert until it is flush with the camber clamp. |
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| Before using the wheelchair, make sure both camber inserts are set at the same indexing mark. This will make sure the distance between the rear wheel and the wheelchair is the same on both sides. |
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| WARNING |
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| Quick-Release Levers - Make sure the quick-release levers are in the closed position before using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may occur. |
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| Standard and Suspension Camber Clamps - Make sure the hex screws are securely tightened before using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may occur. |
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| CAUTION |
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| DO NOT close the quick-release levers or tighten the socket screws or hex screws without camber inserts in the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur. |
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| 4. Close the camber clamp.Refer to Opening/Closing Camber Clamps on page 46. |
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| 5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for the opposite side of the wheelchair. |
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| DO NOT tighten the set screws that secure the toe adjustment rings to the axle tube at this time. |
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| 10. Slide the new axle tube through the other camber clamp until the end of the axle tube is flush with the outside of the camber clamp.. |
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| DO NOT close the quick-release levers or tighten the socket screws that secure the axle tube to the camber clamps at this time. |
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| WARNING |
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| NEVER position the camber inserts in the axle tube with more than 3 inches (12 indexing marks showing) of the camber insert outside of the axle tube. Otherwise, the camber inserts will not be securely tightened in the axle tube resulting in possible ... |
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| 11. Install the rear wheels and camber inserts into the new axle tube and slide the camber inserts to the position noted in STEP 1. Make sure there are no more than 3 inches (12 indexing marks) of the camber inserts outside of the axle tube. |
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| 12. Slide the indexing ring on the camber insert until it is flush with the camber clamp. |
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| Before using the wheelchair, make sure both camber inserts are set to the same indexing notch. This will make sure the distance between the rear wheel and the wheelchair is the same on both sides. |
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| 13. Adjust the axle tube. Refer to Adjusting The Axle Tube. on page 52. |
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| The performance of the wheelchair will be affected if the axle tube has not been adjusted to correct the toe in/toe out of the wheelchair. |
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| 14. Ensure the camber clamps are closed. Refer to Opening/Closing Camber Clamps on page 46 |
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| Notch in Axle Tube |
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| 8 Wheels |
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| Warning |
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| After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result. |
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| 8.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels |
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| 1. Push and hold in the tip of the quick-release axle and pull the axle with rear wheel out of the wheelchair frame. |
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| 2. Push in the tip of the quick-release axle again and pull the axle out of the existing rear wheel. |
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| 3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite rear wheel. |
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| 4. To reinstall the existing or install the new rear wheel onto the wheelchair, reverse STEPS 1-3. |
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| Pull the rear wheel to ensure that the detent pin and locking pins of the quick/quad-release axle are fully released before operating the wheelchair. |
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| The locking pins MUST be protruding past the inside of the rear wheel axle bushing for a positive lock. |
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| Keep locking pins clean. |
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| 5. If locking pins are not protruding past the inside of axle bushing or there is too much movement of rear wheel assembly in a back and forth position, refer to Adjusting Quick- Release Axle on page 64 or Removing The Play From The Rear Wheels on pa... |
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| Wheelchair Frame |
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| FIGURE 1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels |
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| 8.2 Adjusting Quick- Release Axle |
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| 1. Remove rear wheel and quick-release axle from the wheelchair. |
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| 2. Depress detent pin in the quick-release axle and slide axle through the wheel hub. |
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| 3. Release detent pin ensuring that the locking pins are fully released. |
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| 4. Increase or decrease end play by adjusting the locknut on the end of the quick-release axle. |
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| Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the quick-release axle are fully released before operating the wheelchair. |
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| Keep locking pins clean. |
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| 5. Reinstall rear wheel onto the wheelchair. |
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| Camber Bushing |
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| FIGURE 2 Adjusting Quick- Release Axle |
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| 8.3 Installing Quad-release Axle |
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| 1. Remove rear wheel and existing quick-release axle from wheelchair. |
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| 2. Remove existing quick-release axle from rear wheel hub. |
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| 3. Insert new quad-release axle through rear wheel hub. |
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| 4. Slide locking collar onto quad-release axle until it is snug against rear wheel and tighten securely with allen screw. |
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| 5. Reinstall rear wheel and the quad-release axle onto the wheelchair. |
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| Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the quick-release axle are fully released before operating the wheelchair. |
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| Keep locking pins clean. |
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| 6. Flip handle of quad-release axle down to release detent pin ensuring that locking pins are fully released. |
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| 7. If detent pin does not fully release, Refer to Adjusting The Quad-release Handle on page 65. |
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| 8. Repeat STEPS 1-7 for the opposite rear wheel. |
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| Quad Release Axle |
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| FIGURE 3 Installing Quad-release Axle |
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| 8.4 Adjusting The Quad-release Handle |
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| Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the quick-release axle are fully released before operating the wheelchair. |
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| Keep locking pins clean. |
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| 1. Remove rear wheel and the quad-release axle from the wheelchair. |
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| 2. Loosen the locking screw. |
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| 3. Make the following adjustments: |
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| • If the quad-release handle is not releasing the locking pins completely, rotate the quad-release handle approximately one-quarter (1/4) turn clockwise. |
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| • If the quad-release handle hits the spokes of the rear wheel when assembled, rotate the quad-release handle approximately one-quarter (1/4) turn counterclockwise. |
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| 4. Tighten the locking screw. |
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| 5. Reinstall the rear wheel and quad-release axle onto the wheelchair. |
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| 6. Flip the handle of the quad-release axle down to release the detent pin ensuring that the locking pins are fully released. |
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| 7. Repeat the above procedures until the quad-release axle locks correctly. |
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| Quad Release Handle |
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| FIGURE 4 Adjusting The Quad-release Handle - In or Out |
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| 8.5 Removing The Play From The Rear Wheels |
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| The adjusting nut on the quick-release axles originally performed this function. |
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| 1. With the rear wheel and quad-release axle still mounted onto the wheelchair, tighten the length adjusting screw until there is no in and out movement of the quad-release axle and rear wheel. |
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| Length Adjustment Screw |
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| FIGURE 5 Removing The Play From The Rear Wheels |
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| 8.6 Handrim Replacement |
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| 1. Remove rear wheel from the wheelchair. |
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| Tire MUST be deflated before any disassembly procedures are performed. |
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| 2. Remove all air from the tire by pressing down on the pin in the center of the valve stem. |
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| 3. While carefully holding the tire, bar and rim strip to one side, hold the mounting screws and remove the locknuts that secure the handrim to the rear wheel. |
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| 4. Remove the existing handrim. |
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| 5. Install the new handrim by reversing the above procedures. |
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| DO NOT inflate tire until it is completely assembled. |
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| 6. Inflate tire to correct psi rating on the sidewall of tire. |
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| Warning |
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| Make sure detent pin is fully released before operating the wheelchair. |
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| 7. Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair. |
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| 8. Repeat STEPS 1-8 for the remaining rear wheel if necessary. |
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| 9. Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel if necessary. |
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| Mounting Screw |
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| FIGURE 6 Handrim Replacement |
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| 8.7 Wheel Lock Adjustment/Replacement |
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| Invacare recommends under mount wheels locks when engaging in any contact sport. |
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| Before adjusting or replacing the High/Under mount wheel locks, ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended psi on the sidewall of the tire. |
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| 1. Loosen the hex screw(s) that secure the High/Under mount wheel locks to the seat frame. |
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| 2. Perform one of the following: |
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| a. Replacing the High/Under Mount Wheel Lock: |
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| i. Remove the hex screws and remove the existing wheel lock from the wheelchair. |
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| ii. Install the NEW wheel lock. |
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| b. Adjusting the High/Under Mount Wheel Lock - Proceed to step 3. |
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| 3. Adjust position of wheel lock until the 3/16 inch engagement with the tire is obtained. |
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| Any wheel lock adjustment should embed the wheel lock shoe at least 3/16 inch into the pneumatic tire when engaged. |
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| 4. Engage the wheel locks and push against the wheelchair and determine if wheel locks engage the rear wheels enough to hold the wheelchair. |
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| 5. Repeat the steps 3-4 until the wheel locks hold the wheelchair. |
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| 8.8 Replacing/Adjusting Casters |
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| Both casters should be the same size. |
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| Non-suspension casters cannot be adjusted as they mount in one position only. |
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| 1. Remove the bolt and locknut that secure the front caster to the fork. |
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| 2. Remove front caster and axle spacers from fork. |
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| 3. Perform one of the following: |
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| a. Short Fork - Install the NEW caster, bolt, locknut and axle spacers onto the fork and securely tighten. |
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| b. Long Fork - Perform the following steps: |
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| i. Determine the desired mounting hole for the caster installation. Refer to detail \ |
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| ii. Line up the front caster and two spacers with the mounting hole in the fork determined in STEP B-1. |
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| iii. Reinstall the bolt and locknut through the fork, front caster and two spacers. |
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| Both front casters MUST be positioned to the same corresponding mounting hole, otherwise injury or damage may occur.. |
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| 4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the opposite caster if necessary. |
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| If replacing front casters with a different size than what was originally on the wheelchair, the front caster height MUST be adjusted to keep the wheelchair frame parallel to the floor. Refer to Adjusting Caster Height on page 72. The size of the rea... |
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| Fork |
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| 8.9 Replacing Forks |
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| 1. Remove front casters from wheelchair. Refer to Replacing/Adjusting Casters on page 69. |
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| 2. Remove the headtube cap. |
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| 3. Remove the locknut and washer(s)/spacer(s). |
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| There may be up to four washers/spacers on the fork stem above and/or below the headtube. Note the number and position of these washers for reinstallation. |
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| 4. Drop the fork out of the caster headtube. |
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| 5. Slide the new fork into the caster headtube. |
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| 6. Check bearing assemblies and replace if necessary. |
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| 7. Ensure that fork slides completely into caster headtube. |
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| 8. Install washer(s)/spacer(s) and secure with locknut. |
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| Warning |
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| Improper positioning of the washer will prohibit the free movement of the fork. |
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| 9. Reinstall existing/install new front casters onto the wheelchair. Refer to Replacing/Adjusting Casters on page 69. |
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| 10. To properly tighten caster journal system and guard against flutter, perform the following check: |
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| a. Tip front of wheelchair off floor. |
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| b. Pivot forks and casters to top of their arc simultaneously. |
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| c. Let casters drop to bottom of arc (wheels should swing once to one-side, then immediately rest in a straight downward position). |
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| d. Adjust locknuts according to freedom of caster swing. |
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| e. Test wheelchair for maneuverability. |
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| Head Tube Cap |
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| FIGURE 9 Replacing Forks |
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| 8.10 Adjusting Caster Height |
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| 1. Place the wheelchair on a flat surface. |
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| 2. Remove the headtube cap. |
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| 3. Remove the locknut that secures the fork to the wheelchair frame. |
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| 4. Perform one of the following: |
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| a. Installing washer/spacers - Perform the following: |
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| i. Remove washer/spacer from fork stem. |
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| ii. Remove fork stem from caster headtube. |
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| iii. Install the washer/spacer onto the fork stem. |
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| iv. Install the fork stem through the headtube. |
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| v. Loosely secure the fork stem with the locknut. |
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| b. Removing washer/spacers - Perform the following: |
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| i. Remove fork stem from caster headtube. |
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| ii. Remove the washer/spacer from the fork stem. |
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| iii. Install the fork stem through the headtube. |
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| iv. Install the washer/spacer onto the fork stem. |
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| v. Loosely secure the fork stem with the locknut. |
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| c. No spacer adjustment necessary - Proceed to step 5. |
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| Locknut |
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| FIGURE 10 Adjusting Caster Height |
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| 5. Position a large right triangle or \ |
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| 6. Adjust the height of the casters by either adding or removing washers/spacers on top of the fork stem until the wheelchair frame is parallel with the floor. |
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| 7. Reinstall the locknut and head tube cap onto the wheelchair. |
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| 8. Repeat this procedure for the opposite front caster. |
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| 8.11 Adjusting Front Seat-To-Floor Height |
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| .The position of the footrest, seat angle, back angle, seating system/upholstery, caster size and position, rear wheel size and position, anti-tippers, as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to on... |
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| 8.12 Determining Frame Size |
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| 1. To determine frame size, measure from the bottom of the caster headtube to the top of the seat rail at the edge of the seat upholstery. |
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| 2. Refer to the chart to determine the frame size. |
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| FIGURE 11 Determining Frame Size |
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| 8.13 Front Seat-to-floor Height Adjustment |
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| Refer to General Guidelines on page 9 for warnings concerning wheelchair stability. |
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| Seat-to-floor height is determined by measuring from the top of the seat rail to the ground/floor. The different seat-to-floor heights are possible by using different combinations of caster size, caster position, and rear wheel size. |
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| 1. Refer to FIGURE 12 and the charts on the following pages to determine available front seat-to-floor heights for each wheelchair frame size. |
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| 2. Determine the changes needed to the casters, forks and rear wheels by reading across the chart for the seat-to-floor height determined in step 1. |
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| 3. After determining the rear wheel size, replace the rear wheels. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 63. |
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| 4. After determining the caster size, replace the casters and/or forks. Refer to Replacing/Adjusting Casters on page 69 and/orReplacing Forks on page 71. |
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| 5. After replacing or adjusting the caster size, refer to Adjusting Caster Height on page 72 to add/remove fork spacers and add/remove washers to ensure caster headtubes are perpendicular to the ground. |
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| 6. Anti-tipper height (if applicable) MUST be adjusted to maintain 11/2 to 2 inch clearance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the floor. Refer to Anti-tipper Adjustment/Replacement on page 87. |
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| 7. Ensure wheel locks engage properly. Refer to Wheel Lock Adjustment/Replacement on page 68. |
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| SHORT FORK |
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| NON SUSPENSION ONLY |
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| 17 inch frame front seat-to-floor height |
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| The seat-to-floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts. If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/4 inch from the measurements listed below. All heights are measured with properly inflated ne... |
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| The entries in the black box in the chart below indicate factory settings for this frame size. All other entries are adjustments which can be made after purchase. |
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| A 17 inch front seat-to-floor height is not available for wheelchairs with the suspension option. |
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| 18 inch frame front seat-to-floor height |
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| The seat-to-floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts. If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/4 inch from the measurements listed below. All heights are measured with properly inflated ne... |
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| The entries that are shaded in the chart below indicate factory settings for this frame size. All other entries are adjustments which can be made after purchase. |
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| A 17 inch front seat-to-floor height is not available for wheelchairs with the suspension option. |
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| 19 inch frame front seat-to-floor height |
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| The seat-to-floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts. If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/4 inch from the measurements listed below. All heights are measured with properly inflated ne... |
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| The entries that are shaded in the chart below indicate factory settings for this frame size. All other entries are adjustments which can be made after purchase. |
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| 20 inch frame front seat-to-floor height |
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| The seat-to-floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts. If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/4 inch from the measurements listed below. All heights are measured with properly inflated ne... |
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| The entries that are shaded in the chart below indicate factory settings for this frame size. All other entries are adjustments which can be made after purchase. |
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| 21 inch frame front seat-to-floor height |
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| The seat-to-floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts. If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/4 inch from the measurements listed below. All heights are measured with properly inflated ne... |
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| The entries that are shaded in the chart below indicate factory settings for this frame size. All other entries are adjustments which can be made after purchase. |
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| 9 Footrest |
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| Warning |
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| After and adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result. |
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| The position of the footrest, seat angle, back angle, seating system/upholstery, caster size and position, rear wheel size and position, use of anti-tippers, as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change... |
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| The footrest assembly MUST be at least 1-3/4 inches above the ground/floor to avoid hitting protruding objects when using this wheelchair. |
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| 9.1 Replacing the Footrest |
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| 1. Loosen, but do not remove the two allen screws that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame. |
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| 2. Slide the existing footrest tubes out of the wheelchair frame and install new footrest by reversing this step. |
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| 3. Position the new footrest to the desired height. |
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| 4. Tighten the two allen screws that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame. |
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| 9.2 Footplate Angle Adjustment |
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| 1. Loosen, but do not remove the four locknuts that secure the footplate to the two footrest tubes. |
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| 2. Position the footplate to the appropriate angle for the user. |
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| 3. Tighten the four locknuts. |
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| 9.3 Footplate Depth Adjustment |
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| 1. Note the height of the footrest and the angle of the footplate for reinstallation. |
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| 2. Loosen, but do not remove the two allen screws securing the footrest tubes to the wheelchair frame. |
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| 3. Remove the two footrest tubes from the wheelchair frame. |
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| After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. |
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| 10.1 Anti-tipper Adjustment/Replacement |
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| Anti-tippers must be attached at all times. Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are an option on this wheelchair (You may order it with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as an additional safeguard for the w... |
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| Anti-tippers must be fully engaged. Ensure the release button of the anti-tipper fully protrudes out of the hole in the anti-tipper socket. |
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| Ensure both anti-tippers are adjusted to the same height. |
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| To ensure the correct model anti-tipper is used refer to FIGURE 1. Measurements for anti-tippers are approximate and are taken using the top adjustment hole on the anti-tipper (Detail \ |
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| 10.2 Anti-tipper Adjustment |
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| When anti-tippers are used, anti-tippers MUST be adjusted to maintain a 1-1/2 to 2 inch clearance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/ floor. This spacing should ALWAYS be checked whenever adjustments/changes are made to the w... |
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| 1. Press in the release button that secures the anti-tipper wheels to the anti-tipper bar. |
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| 2. Adjust the height of the anti-tipper wheels to between 11/2 and 2 inches of the ground/floor. |
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| 3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite anti-tipper. |
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| 10.3 Anti-tipper Replacement |
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| When anti-tippers are used, anti-tippers MUST be adjusted to maintain a 1-1/2 to 2 inch clearance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/ floor. This spacing should ALWAYS be checked whenever adjustments/changes are made to the w... |
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| 1. Press in the release button that secures the existing anti-tipper to the anti-tipper socket and remove the anti-tipper from the anti-tipper socket. |
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| 2. Insert the new anti-tipper into the anti-tipper socket until release button engages. |
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| 3. Press in the release button on the anti-tipper bar and install the anti-tipper wheels onto the new anti-tipper bar. |
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| 4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the opposite anti-tipper. |
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| 5. Measure the distance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground floor. |
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| 6. If necessary, adjust the height of the anti-tippers. Refer to Anti-tipper Adjustment on page 87. |
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| 21 1/8 inches |
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| DETAIL “a” - anti tipper adjustment holes |
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| Installing T-Arms |
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| 1. Position the T-arm over the T-arm socket on the wheelchair frame. |
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| Make sure the locking lever is towards the front of the wheelchair. |
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| 2. Slide T-arm into T-arm socket until the locking lever is in the slot in the T-arm socket and an audible \ |
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| 3. Pull up on T-arm to make sure T-arm is locked in place. |
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| If the T-arm does not slide in the T-arm socket as desired, adjust the T-arm socket. Refer to Adjusting The T- Arms on page 92. |
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| 4. Adjust the T-arm for desired height, width and depth, if necessary. Refer to Adjusting The T- Arms on page 92. |
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| 5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for opposite side of wheelchair. |
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| Removing T-Arms |
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| 1. Press in on the locking lever and lift the T-arm straight up and out of the T-arm socket. |
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| If the T-arm does not slide in the T-arm socket as desired, adjust the T-arm socket. Refer to Adjusting The T- Arms on page 92. |
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| 2. Repeat for opposite side of the wheelchair. |
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| Locknuts |
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| FIGURE 2 Installing/Removing T-arms |
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| 11.3 Adjusting The T- Arms |
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| 1. Remove the two mounting screws that secure the arm pad to the arm tube. |
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| 2. Turn the arm pad around and reposition the arm pad on the arm tube. |
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| 3. Re-secure the arm pad to the arm tube with the two phillips screws. Tighten securely. |
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| 4. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary. |
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| Arm Pad |
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| Depth |
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| 1. Remove the two mounting screws that secure the arm pad to the arm tube. |
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| 2. Remove the two socket screws that secure the arm tube to the T-arm post. |
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| 3. Reposition the arm tube on the T-arm post: |
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| a. Desk Length Arms - to one of three positions depending on the desired arm pad depth. |
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| b. Full Length Arms - to one of five positions depending on the desired arm pad depth. |
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| Additional positions are obtainable by turning the arm tube 180°. |
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| 4. Re-secure the arm tube to the T-arm post with the two socket screws. Torque to 60-70 in./lbs. |
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| 5. Reattach the arm pad to the arm tube with the two mounting screws. Tighten securely. |
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| 6. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary. |
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| Arm Pad |
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| 11.4 Adjusting T-Arm Sockets |
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| Perform this procedure if the T-arm is too loose in the socket or does not easily slide up and down in the socket. |
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| 1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair, if necessary. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 63. |
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| 2. Loosen, but do not remove the four socket screws and washers that secure outer T-arm bracket to the inner T- arm bracket. |
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| The T-arm socket will disassemble if the four socket screws and washers are removed. |
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| 3. Slide the T-arm into the T-arm socket until the locking lever is in the slot in the T-arm socket and an audible \ |
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| 1. Remove the T-arm from the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing T-arms on page 91. |
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| 2. Remove the two socket screws that secure the side guard to the bottom clamp. |
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| Adjusting the side guards will directly affect the position of the transfer assist. |
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| 3. Perform one of the following: |
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| a. Small Side Guards - Move the bottom clamp up one of two mounting positions in the side guard. |
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| b. Large Side Guards - Move the bottom clamp up one of three mounting positions in the side guard. |
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| 4. Secure the side guard to the bottom clamp with the two socket screws. |
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| 5. Install the T-arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing T-arms on page 91. |
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| Side Guard |
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| FIGURE 7 Adjusting T-arm Transfer Assists and/or Side Guards |
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| 11.6 Replacing T-arm Locking Lever |
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| 1. Remove T-arm from wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing T-arms on page 91. |
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| 2. Remove the mounting screw and locknut that secure the existing locking lever to the bottom bracket. |
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| Warning |
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| The locking lever is spring loaded. Place your free hand over the locking lever to prevent the parts from springing off of the bottom bracket, otherwise parts may be lost or injury may occur. |
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| 3. Remove existing locking lever and spring from bottom bracket. |
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| Inspect the spring for damage and replace if necessary. |
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| 4. Position spring on bottom bracket. |
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| 5. Position new locking lever onto spring and bottom bracket. |
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| Make sure the two extended ends of the spring are inside the notch in the locking lever. |
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| 6. Line up the mounting holes in the new locking lever, spring and bottom bracket. |
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| DO NOT overtighten locknut that secures locking lever to bottom bracket. Overtightening this locknut will prevent locking lever from operating properly, possibly causing injury. |
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| 7. Install mounting screw and tighten securely with locknut. |
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| 8. Install the T-arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing T-arms on page 91. |
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| DETAIL “a” - Mounting the spring |
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| 1. Remove the half arm from the arm socket. |
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| 2. Remove the hex screw, two washers and locknut mounted in the arm socket that determine the half arm height. |
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| 3. Reposition hex screw and one washer to one of three positions depending on the desired height. |
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| 4. Retighten the hex screw and washer to the arm socket with the remaining washer and locknut. |
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| 5. Reinstall the half arm into the arm socket. |
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| 6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite side, if necessary. |
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| Three Mounting Positions |
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| FIGURE 10 Adjusting Half Arm Height |
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| 12 Suspension |
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| Warning |
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| After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. |
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| The following procedures are for wheelchairs with the suspension option ONLY. |
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| 12.1 Elastomers And Suspension |
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| The performance of the wheelchair will be affected if elastomers are not the same on both sides of the wheelchair. |
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| 12.2 Replacing Rear Elastomers |
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| 1. Use an allen wrench to hold the outer allen screw. |
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| 2. While holding the outer allen screw in position, remove the inner allen screw from the pivot pin. |
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| 3. Use the allen wrench to push the pivot pin with outer allen screw out of the mounting hole. |
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| 4. Remove the existing elastomer. |
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| 5. Position the new elastomer between the recess in the axle bracket and the recess in the suspension base. |
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| 6. Compress and hold the elastomer between the axle bracket and the suspension base. |
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| 7. Insert the pivot pin into the mounting hole. |
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| 8. Install the outer allen screw into the pivot pin. |
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| 9. Use an allen wrench to hold the outer allen screw in position. |
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| 10. While holding the outer allen screw, install the inner allen screw into the pivot pin. Tighten securely. |
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| Outer Allen Screw |
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| 12.3 Replacing Front Elastomers |
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| DO NOT use excessive force when removing/installing the threaded sleeve from/onto the fork. Damage to the threaded sleeve may occur. |
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| 1. Using two allen wrenches, turn mounting screws in opposite directions and remove one mounting screw from fork. |
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| One mounting screw will not turn. |
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| 2. Remove the threaded sleeve and mounting screw assembly from the fork. DO NOT use excessive force. |
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| 3. Remove the existing elastomer from the fork. |
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| 4. Install NEW elastomer into fork. |
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| Make sure the elastomer sits in the two recessed areas on the fork. |
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| 5. Align the mounting holes in the upper and lower portion of the fork. |
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| 6. Reinstall threaded sleeve and mounting screw assembly. DO NOT use excessive force. |
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| warning |
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| Use Loctite 242™ when reinstalling the mounting screw into the threaded sleeve, otherwise the fork can become disassembled. Possible injury or damage could result. |
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| 7. Apply Loctite 242 to the mounting screw. |
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| 8. Reinstall the mounting screw into the threaded sleeve and tighten securely. |
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| Upper Portion of Fork |
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| Invacare Corporation |
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| USA |
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| One Invacare Way |
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| Elyria, Ohio USA |
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| 44036-2125 |
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| 800-333-6900 |
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| Canada |
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| 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 |
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| Mississauga Ontario |
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| L4Z 4G4 Canada |
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| 800-668-5324 |
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| Part No 1110545 |
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| Rev F - 10/10 |
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