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Invacare® Matrx® PB Elite
Model Numbers PBE, PBE-FB and EDB
1 General
1.1
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WARNING
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damage or minor injury or both.
Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, trouble-free use.
1.2
Overview
Important Information
The best way to avoid problems related to pressure sores is to understand their causes and your role in
a skin management program.
Your therapist and physician should be consulted if you have questions regarding individual limitations
and needs.
All cushions should be selected carefully. Working with your therapist and physician is the best way to
assure that a cushion choice matches your individual needs.
As the needs of the individual become more complex, cushion evaluation becomes more important.
Invacare Matrx Elite
The Invacare Matrx Elite back is contoured to provide precise orientation within the wheelchair for
optimal postural support. The foam is oversized to provide extra comfort and protection.
The Invacare Matrx Elite back includes a movable foam lumbar pad that can be installed/inserted behind
the existing foam cushion to provide additional positioning capability. Refer to Lumbar Support (Optional)
on page 10 for instructions on how to insert and adjust your lumbar support.
Outer Cover
The outer cover is made of a mesh material that is moisture resistant and breathable. Regular cleaning
and inspection of the outer cover is recommended. Refer to Care and Maintenance on page 10.
Part No 1171724
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Invacare® Matrx® PB Elite
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- Page 1 The foam is oversized to provide extra comfort and protection. The Invacare Matrx Elite back includes a movable foam lumbar pad that can be installed/inserted behind the existing foam cushion to provide additional positioning capability. Refer to Lumbar Support (Optional) on page 10 for instructions on how to insert and adjust your lumbar support.
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Page 2: Intended Use
If the equipment is to be dismantled for transportation, ensure that all parts are secured safely within the vehicle. Intended Use The Invacare Matrx Elite back is designed to provide precise orientation within the wheelchair for optimal postural support. Invacare® Matrx® PB Elite... -
Page 3: General Warnings
The mounting position of the Invacare Matrx Elite is directly related to the chair's stability. When the Invacare Matrx Elite is added to a TILT and/or RECLINING chair, it may cause a decrease in the chair's stability. It may be necessary to reposition the FRONT CASTERS, REAR WHEELS, BACK ANGLE, TILT-IN-SPACE, RECLINE POSITION and/or SEAT DEPTH before use. -
Page 4: Tools Required
Set Screws Cane Clamp Cane Cane Clamp Nut Plates Clamp Long Mounting Pins (optional) Plate Screws Tools Required Wrenches: 7/8” (22 mm) Phillips Screwdriver Depth/Recline Allen Keys: (provided) Tape Measure/Ruler Adjustment Utility Knife/Scissors Screws Invacare® Matrx® PB Elite Part No 1171724... - Page 5 ) back posts. The cane clamps can be extensions mounted directly onto the replacement back canes in order to allow proper installation of the Invacare Matrx Elite. Cane replacements are available from Motion Concepts (part#-TRX2810). • 1” (25 mm) back cane - Cane clamps are PBCR installed without plastic inserts.
- Page 6 Upper limit the range of available depth and/or Mounting recline angle adjustment. To install the Invacare Matrx Elite onto the mounting plates: Slide the lower mounting pins into the hooked slots at the bottom of each mounting plate (see image B).
- Page 7 Invacare Matrx Elite backs are available in a range of widths (12” (31 cm) - 20” (51 cm)) and 6 different heights (10” (26 cm); 12” (31 cm); 14” (36 cm); 16” (41 cm); 18” (46 cm) and 20” (51 cm)).
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Page 8: Installing The Back
Refer to One-Hand Cord Release Mechanism on page 9. Lift entire backrest up and forward to disengage the lower pins from the lower slots in the mounting plates. Lower Mounting Invacare® Matrx® PB Elite Part No 1171724... - Page 9 Lower mounting slots not available fasteners. on 10” (26 cm) or 12” (31 cm) high Invacare Matrx Elite backs. One-Hand Cord Release Mechanism Thread the nylon cord through the holes in the latch mechanism at the top of the left and right mounting plates (see image A) Install the cord lock mechanism onto the cord (see image B).
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Page 10: Care And Maintenance
The position of the lumbar Front insert can be adjusted inside the Invacare Matrx Elite cover, or it may be removed if no lumbar support is desired Lumbar Support Adjustment Foam Cushion... -
Page 11: After Use
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state. Invacare/Motion Concepts warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years of use by original purchaser. - Page 12 Invacare Canada One Invacare Way 570 Matheson Blvd. E Unit 8 Elyria, Ohio USA Mississauga Ontario 44036-2125 L4Z 4G4 Canada 440-329-6000 800-668-5324 800-333-6900 www.motionconcepts.com Motion Concepts Canada 700 Ensminger Rd. Suite 112 84 Citation Dr. Tonawanda, NY 14150 Concord, Ontario L4K 3C1...