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Invacare Tracer EX2 Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

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Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual
Tracer
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DEALER: This manual MUST be given to
the user of the product.
USER: BEFORE using this product, read this
manual and save for future reference.
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual Tracer ® DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. USER: BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com...
  • Page 2 APPLICABLE). IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are available on www.invacare.com. ® Tracer Part No. 1110546...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ............... 6 SPECIAL NOTES ................9 LABEL LOCATION ................11 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS ..........12 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES ..........13 Stability - All Models ..........................13 Anti-Tippers...............................13 Operating Information..........................14 Weight Training ............................15 Weight Limitation.............................15 SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS ......
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Troubleshooting............................27 Maintenance ...............................28 Maintenance Safety Precautions .......................28 Suggested Maintenance Procedures ....................28 SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS ............29 Installing/Removing Front Riggings .......................29 Installing..............................29 Removing ...............................29 Adjusting Footplate Height........................30 Spring Button ............................30 Bolt-In-Place ............................30 Fixed Frame............................31 Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly..................32 Installing Impact Guards/Calf Strap ......................32 Replacing Heel Loop ..........................33 SECTION 5—ARMS .................
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Installing/Replacing Six or Eight-Inch Front Casters and Forks .............43 Adjusting Forks ............................44 Replacing Front Casters..........................44 Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire ....................45 SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS ........46 Installing/Adjusting Anti-tippers ......................46 Installing Anti-Tippers .........................46 Adjusting the Anti-Tippers.........................47 Using/Adjusting Disk Wheel Locks ......................48 Using Patient Operated Disk Wheel Locks...................48 Adjusting Patient-Operated Wheel Locks ..................49...

  • Page 6: Register Your Product

    3. Receive updates with product information, maintenance tips, and industry news. 4. Invacare can contact you or your provider, if servicing is needed on your product. 5. It will enable Invacare to improve product designs based on your input and needs.

  • Page 7: Product Registration Form

    11. User's Year of birth: ______________________________________________________ If at any time you wish not to receive future mailings from us, please contact us at Invacare Corporation, CRM Department, 39400 Taylor Parkway, Elyria, OH 44035, or fax to 877-619-7996 and we will remove you from our mailing list.
  • Page 8 ® Tracer Part No. 1110546...

  • Page 9: Special Notes

    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.
  • Page 10 WARNING Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products. ® Tracer Part No. 1110546...

  • Page 11: Label Location

    LABEL LOCATION LABEL LOCATION Crossmember IMPORTANT NOTICE The wheel locks on this wheelchair have been pre-set at the factory to comply with the Veterans Administration functional Standard Lower Frame 8320.01 of the Federal Register, paragraph 3.2.4.5.3. If these wheel locks do not meet Tube your needs, follow instructions below.

  • Page 12: Typical Product Parameters

    TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TRACER EX2 OVERALL WIDTH PERMANENT ARM: 23¼, 25¼, 27¼ inches REMOVABLE ARM: 24¼, 26¼, 28¼ inches OVERALL DEPTH (WITH RIGGINGS) 31-7/8-inches SEAT WIDTH 16, 18 or 20 inches SEAT DEPTH SA FRAME: 16 inches...

  • Page 13: Section 1-General Guidelines

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product. DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner’s manuals, ser- vice manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this product or optional equip- ment.

  • Page 14: Operating Information

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Anti-tippers MUST be attached at all times. Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are an option for on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard for the wheelchair user.

  • Page 15: Weight Training

    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, Invacare shall not be liable for bodily injury or damage to the wheelchair and the warranty is void.

  • Page 16: Section 2-Safety/Handling Of 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.

  • Page 17: Coping With Everyday Obstacles

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the armrests. Make sure the 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. Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by learning how to manage your wheelchair.

  • Page 18: Reaching, Leaning And Bending Forward

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward WARNING 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. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.1.

  • Page 19: Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS After mastering the techniques of tipping the wheelchair, use one of the following methods to tackle curbs, short stairs, etc. Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.3. Place foot on the step tube and begin to tilt the wheelchair toward you. Apply a continuous downward motion until the balance point is achieved and the front casters clear the curb.

  • Page 20: Stairways

    Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an occupied wheelchair up or down the stairs. Invacare recommends that, if possible, the user be removed from the wheelchair prior to moving. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations.

  • Page 21: Escalators

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.5. Follow this procedure for moving the wheelchair between floors when an elevator is not available: 1. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing up. 2. After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point, one assistant (in the rear) backs the wheelchair up against the first step, while securely...

  • Page 22: Unfolding And Folding Wheelchair

    DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open and the seat frame rails are fully seated into the side frame H-blocks. Invacare recommends that a non-folding device be installed to keep the wheelchair from being folded when left unoccupied in a public place.

  • Page 23: Folding Wheelchair

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Seat Rail H-Blocks NOTE: DO NOT wrap thumb or fingers NOTE: Press down on the seat rail and the under the seat rail. Point fingers and thumb to seat upholstery with the entire hand. DO the inside of the wheelchair. NOT place any part of the hand under the seat rail.

  • Page 24: Folding Hammock Or Sling Seat Models

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Folding Hammock or Sling Seat Models. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.9. 1. Swing footrest/legrest and calfpads in locked position to the front of the wheelchair. 2. Pivot footplates upward to vertical position. 3. With both hands, grasp the middle of the seat upholstery at the front and back edge and lift up.

  • Page 25: Section 3-Safety Inspection/Troubleshooting

    SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Every six months or as necessary, 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 wheelchair must be cared for just like any other vehicle.

  • Page 26: Inspect/Adjust Weekly

    SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ❑ Ensure all spokes are uniformly tight. ❑ Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling. ❑ Inspect axle assembly for proper tension by spinning caster. Caster should come to a gradual stop. ❑ Adjust front casters/forks bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop.

  • Page 27: Inspect/Adjust Periodically

    SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ❑ Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. ❑ Check headtube locknuts for tightness. Inspect/Adjust Periodically ❑ Inspect frame and crossbraces for loose or missing hardware. ❑ Inspect for bent frame or crossbraces. ❑ Check that wheel locks are easy to engage. ❑...

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    • Urethane Tires - there are cuts, surface defects or the tires are loose on the rims. • Rubber Tires - 30% or more of the tire has worn away. NOTE: Invacare recommends that tires and casters be replaced every five years. 3. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear. Refer to Adjusting Patient-Operated Wheel Locks on page 49.

  • Page 29: Section 4-Front Riggings

    SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing/Removing Front Riggings NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.1. Installing 1.

  • Page 30: Adjusting Footplate Height

    SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Adjusting Footplate Height Spring Button NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.2. NOTE: This procedure applies to the swingaway front riggings and swingaway elevating legrest. 1. Remove the front rigging assembly. Refer to Installing/Removing Front Riggings on page 29.

  • Page 31: Fixed Frame

    SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS 5. Adjust the footplate assembly height by aligning the desired adjustment holes in the upper front rigging support and lower footplate assembly. 6. From the outside of the swingaway front rigging, insert the threaded rivet through both the front rigging support and the footplate assembly. 7.

  • Page 32: Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly

    SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly WARNING Ensure hands and fingers are clear of elevating legrest mechanism before pushing release lever to lower the elevating legrest. Otherwise injury may occur due to pinch points. The wheelchair user’s leg MUST be supported by an assistant before attempting to lower legrest.

  • Page 33: Replacing Heel Loop

    SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Replacing Heel Loop NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.7 on page 34. 1. Pull the cam lock lever up to unlocked position. 2. Perform one of the following as shown in Detail ʺAʺ. • Footplates with Spring Buttons: Push in the release buttons and remove the footplate assembly from the front rigging support.
  • Page 34 SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS DETAIL “A” Footplates with Spring Buttons Front Rigging Support Release Button Adjustment Holes Footplate Assembly Cam Lock Lever NOTE: Swingaway footrest shown. Front Rigging Bolt-in-Place Threaded Support Footplates Rivet Button Head Screw Front Rigging Support Adjustment Cam Lock Hole Lever Footplate...

  • Page 35: Section 5-Arms

    SECTION 5—ARMS SECTION 5—ARMS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Adjusting Armrest Height Locked WARNING (Vertical) Height Make sure the height adjustment lever Adjustment is in the locked position before using the Armrest...

  • Page 36: Removing/Installing Armrests

    SECTION 5—ARMS Removing/Installing Armrests WARNING Make sure the armrest release lever is in the locked position before using the wheel- chair. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.2. Removing Armrest 1. Push down on armrest to ensure it is fully seated in front and rear sockets. NOTE: STEP 1 prevents the release buttons from hanging up on the sockets during removal.

  • Page 37: Section 6-Seat And Back

    SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Seat Width

    SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK Adjusting the Seat Width Swingaway Front Riggings NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.3 on page 38 and FIGURE 6.4 on page 39. NOTE: When adjusting the seat width of the wheelchair, the back and seat upholstery MUST be changed.
  • Page 39 SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK Crossbrace Button Screw (STEPS 4,5) (STEPS 2,7) Pivot Lock Locknut (STEPS 2,7) (STEPS 2,7) Locknut Button Screw (STEPS 2,7) (STEPS 2,7) Locknut (STEPS 2,7) Button Button Screw Screw (STEPS 2,7) (STEPS 3,8) Locknut Crossbrace (STEPS 3,8) Saddle (STEPS 3,8) Wheelchair...

  • Page 40: Fixed Frame

    SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK Fixed Frame NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.5. Removing Lower Mounting Hardware 1. Remove the existing back and seat upholstery from the wheelchair. Refer to Replacing Back Upholstery on page 37 and Replacing Seat Upholstery on page 37. NOTE: If adjusting the seat width of the wheelchair, back and seat upholstery as well as the crossbraces MUST be replaced.

  • Page 41: Section 7-Rear Wheels

    SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Removing/Installing Rear Wheels WARNING Only a qualified technician may change the size of the rear wheel or the seat-to-floor height.

  • Page 42: Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim

    SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim WARNING Wheelchairs with 300lbs weight limit: DO NOT use composite handrims. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. If the wheelchair is equipped with permanent axles, this procedure MUST be per- formed by a qualified technician. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to Rear Wheel Mounting Screw...

  • Page 43: Section 8-Front Casters

    SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing/Replacing Six or Eight-Inch Front Casters and Forks WARNING Make sure both fork/caster assemblies are the same size BEFORE using the wheel- chair, otherwise injury may occur.

  • Page 44: Adjusting Forks

    SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS Adjusting Forks 1. To properly tighten caster journal system and guard against flutter, perform the following check: A. Tip back of wheelchair to floor. B. Pivot both forks and casters to top of their arc simultaneously. C. Let casters drop to bottom of arc (wheels should swing once to one-side, then immediately rest in a straight downward position).

  • Page 45: Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire

    SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire WARNING Replacement of front caster tire MUST be performed by a qualified technician. CAUTION As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced when necessary. ®...

  • Page 46: Section 9-Anti-Tippers/Wheel Locks

    If so equipped, anti-tippers MUST be attached at all times. Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are an option on this wheelchair (You may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard for the wheelchair user.

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Anti-Tippers

    SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Anti-Tipper Height Flat Surface Bottom Position Anti-Tipper Length FIGURE 9.1 Installing/Adjusting Anti-tippers - Anti-Tipper Length 1. Press the release buttons and insert the anti-tippers with the anti-tipper wheels pointing toward the ground/floor into the wheelchair frame tubing as shown in FIGURE 9.2.

  • Page 48: Using/Adjusting Disk Wheel Locks

    1½ to 2-inches, repeat STEPS 2-5 until the distance is 1½ to 2-inches. 7. If the 1½ to 2-inch distance cannot be achieved with the anti-tippers, a different model may be required. Contact an Invacare dealer or qualified technician. Release Buttons 1½...

  • Page 49: Adjusting Patient-Operated Wheel Locks

    SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Adjusting Patient-Operated Wheel Locks NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.5 on page 49. WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks. Wheel locks are not brakes. NOTE: If wheels are pneumatic, before adjusting the wheel lock assemblies, ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended psi on the side wall of tire.

  • Page 50: Section 10-Seat To Floor

    After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. NOTE: Seat-to-floor height is not adjustable for Tracer EX2 wheelchairs with the fixed frame option (FF). This procedure is for EX2 wheelchairs with swingaway footrests ONLY.
  • Page 51 SECTION 10—SEAT TO FLOOR 8-INCH FRONT CASTERS SEAT-TO-FLOOR FRONT CASTER REAR REAR WHEEL HEIGHT MOUNTING POSITION WHEEL MOUNTING POSITION (IN INCHES) SIZE 17½ 24-inch 19½ Bottom 24-inch Bottom DETAIL “B” - 8-INCH DETAIL “A” - REAR WHEEL FORK MOUNTING MOUNTING POSITIONS- POSITIONS ADULT/HEMI FRAME STYLE Bottom...

  • Page 52: Section 11-Options

    SECTION 11—OPTIONS SECTION 11—OPTIONS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing Amputee Bracket NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 11.1 on page 53. 1.

  • Page 53: Installing Crutch And Cane Carrier

    SECTION 11—OPTIONS Bracket “B” Bracket “A” Locknuts Right Left Adult Right Adult Left Axle Spacer Toward Axle Spacer Toward Outside of Wheelchair Outside of Wheelchair Rear View of Amputee Bracket Hex Screws Hemi Left Hemi Right FIGURE 11.1 Installing Amputee Bracket Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier WARNING Check base weekly to ensure proper placement.

  • Page 54: Installing The Seat Positioning Strap

    SECTION 11—OPTIONS 6. Reinstall the back upholstery screw and washer and secure the strap to the wheelchair. 7. The base cleans easily with any chrome or glass cleaner. The strap can be cleaned with mild soap and water. Strap Base Step Tube Clamp...

  • Page 55: Limited Warranty

    (5) years from the date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of the seller’s invoice required for coverage under this warranty. Invacare warrants the upholstered materials (seat, back and...
  • Page 56 Invacare Corporation Canada One Invacare Way 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 Invacare, the Medallion Design, Yes, you Elyria, Ohio USA Mississauga Ontario can., and Tracer are registered trademarks 44036-2125 L4Z 4G4 Canada of Invacare Corporation. 800-333-6900 800-668-5324 Teflon is a registered trademark of Dupont Corp.

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