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DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THE WHEELCHAIR. USER: BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR, READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit: www.invacare.co...
TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of the end user. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his/her healthcare professional capable of making such a selection.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: The information in this Owner's Manual applies to the STORM TDX 5, TDX 4, TDX 3 wheelchairs and the manual reclining back except where specified. SPECIAL NOTES ................2 WARRANTY CARD ..............
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SPECIFICATIONS- STORM TDX5 SPECIFICATIONS FOR STORM TDX 5 Seat Width Range: ADULT JUNIOR (Fixed Width) (Adjustable Width) Adjustable Seat Back Angle (ASBA) 16 to 24-inches 12 to 15-inches Seat Depth Range: 16 to 22-inches 12 to 16-inches (in 1-inch increments) Back Height Range:...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SPECIFICATIONS- STORM TDX5 SPECIFICATIONS FOR STORM TDX 5 Armrests: Flip Back, Fixed or Adjustable Height (Desk and Full Length) Battery Requirements: Use MK p/n M24SLDG or p/n M22NFSLDG batteries only Chair Upholstery Options: Nylon ...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SPECIFICATIONS- STORM TDX 4 SPECIFICATIONS - STORM TDX 4 Seat Width Range ADULT JUNIOR (Fixed Width) (Adjustable Width) Adjustable Seat Back Angle (ASBA): 16 to 24*-inches 12 to 15-inches *22-inch maxium width with standard motor Seat Depth Range: 16 to 22-inches 12 to 16-inches...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SPECIFICATIONS- STORM TDX 4 SPECIFICATIONS - TDX 4 Armrests: Flip Back, Fixed or Adjustable Height (Desk and Full Length) Battery Requirements: Use MK p/n M24SLDG or p/n M22NFSLDG batteries only Chair Upholstery Options: Nylon ...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SPECIFICATIONS- STORM TDX3 SPECIFICATIONS FOR STORM TDX 3 Seat Width Range: ADULT JUNIOR Adjustable Seat Back Angle (ASBA) 16 to 24*-inches 12 to 15-inches *22-inch maximum width with standard motor Seat Depth Range: 16 to 22-inches 12 to 16-inches ( in 1-inch increments)
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SPECIFICATIONS- STORM TDX3 SPECIFICATIONS FOR STORM TDX 3 Armrests: Flip Back, Fixed or Adjustable Height (Desk and Full Length) Battery Requirements: Use MK p/n M22NFSLDG batteries only. Caster Forks: Standard, two side fork, one sided fork is optional. Chair Upholstery Options: Nylon ...
Grounding Instructions: DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round grounding prong from any plug used with or for Invacare products. Some devices are equipped with three-prong (grounding) plugs for protection against possible shock hazards. Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encoun-...
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The warranty and performance specifications contained in this manual are based on the use of deep cycle gel cell or sealed lead acid batteries. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the power source for this unit. Carefully read battery/battery charger information prior to installing, servicing or operating your wheelchair.
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For safe product function, material compatibility, proper installation, operation and maintenance, you must only use parts, accessories and adapters manufactured or supplied by Invacare. DO NOT use any other parts, accessories, or adapters. DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES TIRE PRESSURE WARNING The recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of each tire. DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure. (P.S.I.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. A qualified technician MUST perform replacement of a pneumatic tire or tube.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1 LABEL LOCATION (CONTINUED) WHEELCHAIRS EQUIPPED WITH VENT TRAY ONLY Part No. 1114809 TDX WHEELCHAIRS...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES LABEL LOCATION (CONTINUED) Located on each 2-pole motor One of these labels will appear on inside of battery tray door depending on battery type. . TDX WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1114809...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES LABEL LOCATION (CONTINUED) Weight Capacity Label located here One of these labels will appear on the battery tray and the battery wiring connector bracket, depending on battery type. Part No. 1114809 TDX WHEELCHAIRS...
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 architectural obstacles that they may encounter, however ALL WARNINGS and CAUTIONS given in this manual MUST be followed.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1 A NOTE TO WHEELCHAIR ASSISTANTS 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 wheel- chair or traversing curbs, or other impediments.
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Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an UNOCCU- PIED power wheelchair up or down the stairs. Invacare recommends using two (2) assistants and making thorough preparations. Make sure to use ONLY secure, non-detachable parts for hand-hold supports.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1 TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER SEATS WARNING ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power OFF and engage the motor locks/ clutches to prevent the wheels from moving BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFOR- MATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF ELECTROMAG- NETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED WHEELCHAIR. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in this text, both will be referred to as powered wheelchairs) may be susceptible to electromag- netic interference (EMI), which is interfering electromagnetic energy...
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20 V/m, the maximum immunity level of the product is unknown. Modification of any kind to the electronics of this wheelchair as manufac- tured by Invacare may adversely affect the RFI immunity levels. Part No. 1114809 TDX WHEELCHAIRS...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 2 SAFETY INSPECTION This Section Includes the Following: Safety Inspection Checklist Checking Battery Charge Level Troubleshooting - Mechanical/Electrical Using Hydrometer To Check Battery Cells SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST NOTE: Every six (6) months, or as necessary, take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 2 SAFETY INSPECTION Item Initially Inspect/ Inspect/ Inspect/ Adjust Adjust Adjust Weekly Monthly Periodically CASTER/WHEEL/FORK HEAD TUBE ✓ ✓ ✓ l Ensure that all fasteners are secure. DRIVE WHEELS l Axle nut and wheel mounting nuts are ✓...
Battery failure. Check batteries for shorted cell. current when charging. Replace if necessary (SECTION 7). Electrical malfunction. Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service. Battery indicator flashes the Battery failure. Check batteries for shorted cell. charge level is low Replace if necessary (SECTION 7).
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 2 CHECKING BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL The following Dos and Donts are provided for your convenience and safety. DONT Dont perform any installation Read and understand this manual and any or maintenance without first service information that accompanies a reading this manual.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 3 WHEELCHAIR OPERATION This Section Includes the Following: Wheelchair Operation MPJ Joystick - Switches and Indicators Wheelchair Operation DPJ Joystick - Switches and Indicators Using the Joystick to Drive the Chair There are two standard joysticks which make up the MK5 system. The two joystick types are the DPJ and MPJ .
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com WHEELCHAIR OPERATION SECTION 3 SPEED CONTROL - Switch is located on the side of the joystick housing. Rotating the switch forward increases the speed of the chair to the programmed max speed (FIGURE 1). JOYSTICK - Control Knob, located on the top of the control, provides proportional drive control of speed and direction.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 3 WHEELCHAIR OPERATION If a fault is detected, the cause of the fault will be scrolled across the second line of the display. Emergency Stop Switch (Reset) -The emergency stop switch is used to stop the chair and to select the operating mode for the chair.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com WHEELCHAIR OPERATION SECTION 3 WHEELCHAIR OPERATION DPJ JOYSTICK - - - - - SWITCHES AND INDICATORS (FIGURE 4) DRIVE 1/DRIVE 2/OFF SWITCH - Three (3) position toggle is located at the back of the joystick housing.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 3 WHEELCHAIR OPERATION WHEELCHAIR OPERATION SPJ-80 JOYSTICK - - - - - SWITCHES (FIGURE (FIGURE (FIGURE 4 4 4 4 4 ) ) ) ) ) AND INDICATORS (FIGURE (FIGURE ON/OFF SWITCH - Two (2) position toggle is located at the back of the joystick housing. SPEED CONTROL - Rotary knob is located on the back of the joystick housing.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com WHEELCHAIR OPERATION SECTION 3 When first learning to drive, select a SLOW speed and try to drive the wheelchair AS SLOWLY as possible by pushing the joystick slightly forward. This exercise will help you learn to utilize the full potential of the proportional control and allow you to start and stop smoothly.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 4 This Section Includes the Following: Installing/Removing Footrests Footrest Height Adjustment Adjusting/Replacing Telescoping Front Rigging Support Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-up Footplate Hinge Installing/Adjusting Adjustable Angle Flip-up Footplates Composite/Articulating Footplate Heel Loop Replacment Installing/Removing Elevating Legrests Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrests and/or Adjusting Calf Pads Center Mount Footrests...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 4 TAPER (FIGURE 2) 1. Turn the footrest to the side (open Footrest Footrest footplate is perpendicular to wheel- Release Lever Mounting Pin chair itself). 2. Insert footrest mounting pin into mounting tube.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 4 FRONT RIGGINGS TAPER (FIGURE 4) WARNING Minimum ground clearance for footrest is 3-inches - otherwise personal injury and damage may result. 1. Remove any accessory from Coved Spacer the footrest(s). Mounting Screw 2.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 4 ADJUSTING/REPLACING TELESCOPING FRONT RIGGING SUPPORT (FIGURE 6) WARNING If the telescoping tubes need to be extended greater than 2-inches then the seat must be repositioned rearward to ensure stability - otherwise personal injury and/or damage to the wheelchair and surrounding prop- erty may result.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 4 FRONT RIGGINGS COMPOSITE/ARTICULATING FOOTPLATE HEEL LOOP REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 11) DISASSEMBLY Composite. 1. Remove the mounting screw and coved washer that secures the lower half of the footrest to the swingaway footrest assembly. 2.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 4 REMOVING 1. Push the legrest release handle toward the inside of the wheelchair (facing the front of the wheelchair) and swing the legrest to the outside of the wheelchair. 2.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 4 FRONT RIGGINGS REMOVING/INSTALLING THE CENTER MOUNT ADJUSTABLE KNEE ANGLE FOOTREST (FIGURE 14) REMOVING 1. Remove the rigging pivot pin that Seat Frame secures the footrest to the mounting bracket of the seat frame. Mounting Bracket 2.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 4 Seat Frame Release Lever Extension Tube Housing Extension Tube Mounting Holes Mounting Screws Height Adjustment Extension Holes Tube FIGURE 15 - ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE CENTER MOUNT ADJUSTABLE KNEE ANGLE FOOTREST - FOR ASBA SEATS FOR 2GTR SEATING SYSTEMS (FIGURE 16) 1.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 4 FRONT RIGGINGS ADJUSTING THE ANGLE OF THE CENTER MOUNT ADJUSTABLE KNEE ANGLE FOOTREST (FIGURE 17) WARNING After adjusting the Center Mount Adjustable Knee Angle Footrest, mini- mum ground clearance for the footrest in the driving position is 3-inches. If the Center Mount Adjustable Angle Footrest is in the retracted position and the chair is not moving, the footrest MUST maintain a minimum of 1 - inch ground clearance - otherwise personal injury and damage may result.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ARMS SECTION 5 This Section Includes the Following: Installing/Removing Flip Back Armrests Adjusting Flip Back Armrests WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 5 ARMS ADJUSTING FLIP BACK ARMRESTS (FIGURE 2) WARNING Make sure the flip back armrest release and height adjustment levers are in the locked position before using the wheelchair. POSITIONING FLIP BACK ARMRESTS FOR USER TRANSFER 1.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 6 SEAT This Section Includes the Following: Replacing Seat Positioning Strap Adjusting the Seat Position on the Seat Frame WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 6 SEAT ADJUSTING THE ASBA SEAT POSITION ON THE SEAT FRAME (FIGURE 2) WARNING The TDX wheelchair is shipped with the seat in the standard position, noted in the chart below. If seat depth adjustment in desired, refer to the Service Manual, p/n 1114819, to reposition the seat.
The use of rubber gloves and chemical goggles or face shield is recom- mended when working with batteries. Invacare strongly recommends that battery installation and battery re- placement always be done by a qualified technician. After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 7 BATTERIES USING THE PROPER BATTERIES (FIGURE 1) 1. Place battery on ground/flat surface. 2. Visually draw a horizontal and vertical centerline through the middle of battery. 3. Position the battery so that the terminals are above the horizontal centerline. 4.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com BATTERIES SECTION 7 REMOVING/INSTALLING BATTERIES FROM/INTO WHEELCHAIR REMOVING (FIGURE 2) 1. Place the wheelchair in a well ventilated area where work can be performed without risking damage to carpeting or floor covering. 2. Verify the joystick ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position. 3.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 7 BATTERIES REMOVING VENTILATOR BATTERY (FIGURE 3) 1. Perform STEPS 1- 8 in REMOVING BATTERIES FROM WHEELCHAIR in this section of the manual. 2. Disconnect ventilator battery from wiring harness. 3. Disconnect the strap that secures the ventilator battery to the tray. 4.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com BATTERIES SECTION 7 INSTALLING BATTERIES INTO WHEELCHAIR (FIGURES 4 AND 5) NOTE: Positioning of the batteries is completed with battery tray position in wheelchair and partially pulled out. Refer to FIGURE 2 for full view of chair. Illustrations in FIGURE 4 are shown without the chair for clarification purposes only.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 7 BATTERIES 5. If wheelchair is equipped with ventilator tray refer to INSTALLING VENTILATOR BATTERY in this section of the manual. WARNING After installing battery door, ensure that the mounting screws on the side of the battery door are fully engaged into the side of the battery box.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com BATTERIES SECTION 7 REPLACING BATTERIES GROUP 24 BATTERIES GROUP 24 BATTERIES GROUP 24 BATTERIES GROUP 24 BATTERIES GROUP 24 BATTERIES Rear Battery with Battery Connector Bracket (FIGURE 6) 1. Remove the batteries from the chair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING BATTER- IES FROM/INTO WHEELCHAIR in this section of the manual.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 7 BATTERIES Bracket of DETAIL A NEGATIVE (-) Positive Battery Battery Cable BLACK Tie-Wrap Cable Battery Battery Terminal Battery Terminal Cover Connector Cover NEGATIVE (-) Bracket Battery Terminal/Post POSITIVE (+) Locknut Battery Terminal/Post Locknut GP24 Battery...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com BATTERIES SECTION 7 Front Battery with Wiring Harness (FIGURE 7) 1. Remove the batteries from the chair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING BATTER- IES in this section of the manual. 2. Cut the tie-wraps that secure the battery terminal covers to the battery terminals. Refer to Detail A...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 7 BATTERIES 22NF BATTERIES Rear Battery with Connector Bracket (FIGURE 8). 1. Remove the batteries from the chair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING BATTER- IES in this section of the manual. 2. Cut the tie-wraps that secure the battery terminal covers to the battery terminals. Refer to Detail A...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com BATTERIES SECTION 7 Bracket of NEGATIVE (-) DETAIL A Positive Battery Battery Tie-Wrap BLACK Cable Cable Battery Terminal Cover Connector Battery Bracket Terminal Mounting Cover Screw Locknut NEGATIVE (-) Battery Locknut Terminal/Post POSITIVE (+) Battery Terminal/Post 22NF Battery...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 7 BATTERIES 22NF BATTERIES Front Battery with Wiring Harness (FIGURE 9). 1. Remove the batteries from the chair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING BATTER- IES in this section of the manual. 2. Cut the tie-wraps that secure the battery terminal covers to the battery terminals. Refer to Detail A...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com BATTERIES SECTION 7 WHEN TO CHARGE BATTERIES DPJ JOYSTICK Mode Battery Switch DPJ AND SPJ-80 JOYSTICK Joystick Charger/ (FIGURE 10) Programming The Battery Discharge Indicator (BDI) is a Port Speed bar graph display located on the MK5 Control Battery joystick.
WARNING NEVER leave the charger unattended when the breaker has tripped. A fault condition exists. Unplug and discontinue using immediately. Contact an Invacare dealer. TDX WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1114809...
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NOTE: If the batteries need to be charged more often or take longer to charge than normal, they may need to be replaced. Contact an Invacare dealer for service. MPJ JOYSTICK...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 7 BATTERIES CLEANING BATTERY TERMINALS WARNING Most batteries are not sold with instructions. However, warnings are fre- quently noted on the cell caps. Read them carefully. DO NOT allow the liquid in the battery to come in contact with skin, clothes or other possessions.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com MOTOR LOCKS/FORKS SECTION 8 This Section includes the following: Disengaging/Engaging Motor Lock Levers Adjusting Forks WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 8 MOTOR LOCKS/FORKS GB MOTORS (FIGURE 4) WARNING DO NOT engage/disengage motor locks until the power is in the OFF position. NOTE: Motor lock disengagement/engagement allows an assistant to maneuver the wheelchair without power or joystick controlled operation.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ELECTRONICS SECTION 9 This Section Includes the Following: Preparing Joystick for Use Repositioning Joystick WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SECTION 9 ELECTRONICS Mounting Bracket NOTE: MK5 DPJ joystick shown, (Threaded Plate) MK5 MPJ joystick repositions the same. Washers Tube Hex Mounting Screws Mounting Joystick Adjustment Bracket Lock Lever Joystick Mounting Tube FIGURE 2 - REPOSITIONING JOYSTICK TDX WHEELCHAIRS Part No.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. Part No. 1114809 TDX WHEELCHAIRS...
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