Procedure 10 - Recliner; Recliner Operation - Invacare 9000 SL Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

RECLINER
This Procedure Includes the Following:

Recliner Operation

Replacing the Headrest Pillow
Replacing Headrest/Back Upholstery
Adjusting Headrest/Back Upholstery Tension
Adjusting the Seat Depth
Adjusting the Seat Width
Storing/Replacing the Spreader Bar
Installing the Anti-Tippers
Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels
Using/Adjusting the Wheel Locks
Installing the I.V. Rod/Telescoping Tube
RECLINER OPERATION (FIGURE 1)
WARNING
ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable BE-
FORE using the recliner option.
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 recom-
mends ordering the Seat Positioning Strap as an
additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.
Ensure the spreader bar is attached and secured
before using the 9000XT Recliner.
LIFT KIT MODELS ONLY - Both spring lift mecha-
nisms MUST be operational BEFORE using the re-
cliner. DO NOT operate the recliner option if only
one (1) of the spring lift mechanisms is operational.
TO HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSIS-
TANTS:
Make sure the occupant of the wheelchair is prop-
erly positioned.
When returning the occupant of the wheelchair to
the full upright position, more body strength will be
required for approximately the last twenty (20) de-
grees of incline (reverse recline). Make sure to use
proper body mechanics (use your legs) or seek as-
sistance if necessary to avoid injury.
DO NOT attempt to recline or incline the wheel-
chair back without occupant. Back will raise
ABRUPTLY and cause injury. Keep clear when re-
clining or inclining chair back to avoid injury.
ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclin-
ing or inclining (reverse recline) the wheelchair.
Make sure the patient is properly positioned
in the wheelchair before reclining or inclining
(reverse recline) to maintain maximum stabil-
ity and safety. Refer to the SAFETY/HANDLING
section of this manual.
Before using the recliner option, make sure the
anti-tipper wheel assemblies are in the lowest
adjustment hole (adjustment hole closest to the
ground/floor.)
NOTE: Refer to Procedure 1 - General Guidelines
which include GENERAL WARNINGS for the 9000SL,
9000XT, 9000XDT, and 9000XT RECLINER.
1. Unfold wheelchair. Refer to SAFETY/HANDLING
in the front section of this manual.
2. Attach spreader bar. Refer to STORING/RE-
PLACING THE SPREADER BAR in this pro-
cedure of the manual.
3. Adjust the tightness of the headrest/back uphol-
stery. Refer to ADJUSTING HEADREST/BACK
UPHOLSTERY in this procedure of the manual.
4. Make sure wheelchair is occupied and on a level
surface before reclining.
5. Inform the occupant of the wheelchair that the
wheelchair is about to be reclined.
UPRIGHT POSITION
Handle
Release
Handle
RECLINED POSITION
Release
Handle
FIGURE 1 - RECLINE OPERATION
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PROCEDURE 10
WARNING
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