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Invacare Solara 3G User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    ® ® Invacare Solara 3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
  • Page 2 © 2010 Invacare Corporation. All rights reserved. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Trademarks are identified by ™ and ®. All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TRANSPORTING ....................................34 Transporting................................................34 MAINTENANCE ....................................35 Maintenance Safety Precautions ........................................35 Suggested Maintenance Procedures ........................................ 35 FRONT RIGGINGS .....................................38 Installing/Removing Footrests ........................................... 38 Adjusting Footrest Height..........................................39 Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplate Hinge..................................41 Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 4 Arm Pad Replacement for Cantilever Arms....................................66 BACK/SEAT ......................................67 Folding/Unfolding the Back Assembly ......................................67 Adjusting the Height of the Adjustable Height Back Canes............................... 68 Adjusting the Back Angle ........................................... 68 Installing/Removing Non-Adjustable Stroller Handles ................................71 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 5 13 WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS ..............................88 Wheel Lock Adjustment ............................................ 88 Using the Wheel Locks ............................................. 91 Operating Hublocks ............................................95 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers........................................97 14 RECLINER BACK OPTION ................................98 Recliner Operation.............................................. 98 Replacing Back/Headrest Upholstery......................................100 Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 6 Depth Adjustment .............................................105 Contracture Footplate Height Adjustment ....................................106 Contracture Assembly Width Adjustment....................................107 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION ..............................110 About Transport Ready Packages........................................111 Compliance Information...........................................111 Specifications...............................................111 Securing the Wheelchair to the Vehicle.......................................112 Securing the Occupant .............................................116 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 7: General

    Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage or minor injury or both. IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided. Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, trouble-free use.  Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 8: Limited Warranty

    This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state. Invacare warrants its product, except for the seat cushion (which is not warranted), to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase when purchased new and unused from Invacare or an authorized provider.

  • Page 9: Overview

    DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI-TIP TUBES INSTALLED. REV. 5/98 P/N 60106X144 WEIGHT CAPACITY LIMITE DE POIDS Solara 3G with 200 LBS. (91 kgs.) REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL Heavy Duty SE RÉFÉRER AU MANUEL DE Spree 3G Package ONLY WARNING Detent balls should extend beyond the diameter of the axle bushing for a positive lock.

  • Page 10: Wheelchairs With Transport Ready Option

    2 OVERVIEW Wheelchairs with Transport Ready Option Refer to attached TRANSPORT READY OPTION Instruction Card and wheelchair Owner's Manual before use. P/N 1120033 REV B - 08/05 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 11: Component Identification

    2 OVERVIEW Component Identification Push Handle Seating System Armrest Seat Upholstery Rear Wheel Wheelchair Frame Axle Footplate Front Caster Rear Wheel Wheel Lock Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 12: Typical Product Parameters

    * Seat-to-Floor Height + 21 inches * Seat-to-floor Height + 25 inches SHIPPING WEIGHT: 66 lbs 63 lbs ANTI-TIPPERS: Standard FOOTREST: Swing-Away Footrest (Standard) Articulating Swing-Away Footrest, elevating Swingaway Footrests, Lift Off Footrests, Contracture Footrests (Optional) Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 13 BACK HEIGHT: 17-20 inches Adjustable; 20 or 24 inches Fixed WHEEL LOCKS: Push-to-Lock (Standard) or Pull-to-Lock, Footlock TILT-IN-SPACE: Dual Cable Trigger Mechanism or Foot Pedal Mechanism (Standard) - 5° to 50° of Tilt Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 14 Dual Cable Trigger Mechanism (Optional) 90 -160° of Tilt FRAME: Steel WEIGHT LIMITATION: Solara 3G: 300 lbs (136 kg) Spree 3G: 200 lbs (91 Kgs) Solara with Heavy Duty Package: 400 lbs (182 kg)  *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 inch from the measurements listed above.

  • Page 15: Safety

    Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Check all parts for shipping damage and test before using. In case of damage, DO NOT use. Contact Invacare/Carrier for further instruction. Anti-tippers WARNING Anti-tippers MUST be attached at all times.
  • Page 16 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.
  • Page 17 MUST ALWAYS be engaged by a healthcare professional or assistant. Make sure the occupant of the wheelchair is properly positioned and ALWAYS engage both wheel locks. When learning a new assistance technique, have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 18 DO NOT attempt to stop the wheelchair while on a sloped surface. Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or slopes slowly to avoid hard braking or sudden stops. DO NOT leave elevating legrests in the fully extended position when proceeding down ramps or slopes.
  • Page 19 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 additional safeguard for the wheelchair user. The seat positioning strap is a positioning strap only. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts.
  • Page 20 SEAT DEPTH • BACK ANGLE • SEATING SYSTEM • TILT ANGLE N/A N/A • CASTER SIZE • CASTER POSITION • WHEEL SIZE • WHEEL POSITION • USER CONDITION • N/A N/A SEAT HEIGHT Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 21 Make sure the patient is properly positioned in the wheelchair before reclining or inclining (sitting up) to maintain maximum stability and safety. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 22: Weight Limitation

    Invacare Solara 3G wheelchair has a weight limitation of 300 lbs (136 kgs). Invacare Solara 3G wheelchair with the Heavy Duty package has a weight limitation of 400 lbs (181 kgs). Invacare Spree 3G wheelchair has a weight limitation of 200 lbs (91 kgs).

  • Page 23: Wheel Locks

    As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in a moving vehicle of any type. It is Invacare’s position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto industry.

  • Page 24: Safety/Handling Of Wheelchairs

    Use this information only as a “basic” guide. The techniques that are discussed on the following pages have been used successfully by many. 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.
  • Page 25 This can be achieved by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it in a straight line. The Invacare Solara 3G/ Spree 3G wheelchair should be operated by an assistant when the wheelchair is in any tilted position.
  • Page 26 Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be somewhat alleviated by learning how to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of gravity to maintain stability and balance. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 27 This could result in Step Tube injury to the occupant. Push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb. FIGURE 3 Tipping - Curbs: Method 1 - Wheelchair with Step Tubes Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 28 Stairways WARNING 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. Make sure to use ONLY secure, non-detachable parts for hand-hold supports.
  • Page 29 If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down. FIGURE 5 Stairways Escalators WARNING DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 30: Transferring To And From Other Seats

    Shift body weight into seat with transfer. During independent transfer, little or no seat  platform will be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all possible. FIGURE 6 Transferring To and From Other Seats. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 31: Safety Inspection/Troubleshooting

    Ensure sealed bearings and axle nut tension are correct. ❑ Adjust bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. ❑ Ensure wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come to a gradual stop. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 32 Inspect tilt slides and roller bearings to ensure they are free from dirt, lint, etc. ❑ 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. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting - Mechanical

    Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary. Troubleshooting - Mechanical SOLUTIONS If pneumatic tires, check for correct and equal pressure. Check for loose stem nuts/bolts. Check that casters contact ground at the same time. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 34: Transporting

    Remove the stroller handle (if applicable). Refer to Installing/Removing Non-Adjustable Stroller Handles on page 71. Pick up on the back release levers and push the back towards the front of the wheelchair. Refer to Folding/Unfolding the Back Assembly on page 67. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 35: Maintenance

    DO NOT use WD-40 , 3-in-1 oil , or other penetrating lubricants on quick-release axles. Otherwise, binding and/or damage to the wheelchair may occur. ® Clean quick-release axles once a week with a Teflon lubricant. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 36 11. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears. 12. Clean upholstery with mild soap and water. 13. Recliners Only - Periodically check gas cylinders for oil leaks. If oil leak is detected, contact Invacare. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 37 6 MAINTENANCE Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube WARNING Replacement of solid urethane tires is not recommended. If the solid urethane tire needs repaired, Invacare recommends replacing the complete wheel assembly. Replacement of rear wheel tube must be performed by a qualified technician.

  • Page 38: Front Riggings

    Lift the footrest assembly out of the mounting pin of the wheelchair frame. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for opposite side, if necessary.  Only the swing away footrest is shown. The lift off footrest assembly and elevating legrest install/remove in the same manner. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 39: Adjusting Footrest Height

    Remove the hex screw and coved spacer and slide the footrest up or down on its mounting tube until the desired footrest height is achieved. Reassemble the hex screw and coved spacer through the footrest upper support and mounting tube. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 40 DO NOT overtighten socket bolt and locknut. Footrest MUST be able to rotate upward from the horizontal to the vertical position. Secure the footplate to the footrest support with the coved washer and locknut. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 41: Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplate Hinge

    Check the up and down motion of the footplate hinge to make sure the user of the wheelchair can operate the footplates easily. If the footplate's motion is: • too tight, loosen the socket screw and locknut approximately turn. • too loose, tighten the socket screw and locknut approximately turn. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 42: Adjusting Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplates

    Observe the angle of the footplate for reinstallation. Move the footplate to one of four mounting positions.  If desired depth is still not obtained, rotate the half clamp on the footplate hinge 180°. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 43: Angle Adjustment

    Screw in or out until the adjustable angle flip-up footplate is perpendicular to the footrest assembly or the desired inversion/eversion is obtained. 90° Footrest Support Flat Screws Footrest Support Footplate Detail “A” - Side Footplate View of Footplate and Footplate Footrest Support Half Clamp Hinge Adjustment Screw Locknuts FIGURE 5 Adjusting Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplates Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 44: Raising/Lowering The Elevating Legrest

    Lowering: Lift elevating legrest assembly up with one hand. While supporting the elevating legrest assembly (and user’s leg), pull release lever up with other hand and lower legrest assembly to desired height. Elevating Legrest Assembly FIGURE 6 Raising/Lowering the Elevating Legrest Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 45: Adjusting Footplate Height And Calfpad Height/Depth

    Using the mounting screw spacer and locknut, secure the calfpad to Footplate the calfpad bracket. FIGURE 7 Adjusting Footplate Height and Calfpad Height/Depth If necessary, repeat STEPS 1-3 to adjust remaining calfpad assembly. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 46: Composite/Articulating Footplate Heel Loop Replacement

    Locknut Replace heel loop. Footplate Reverse the disassembly procedures. FIGURE 8 Composite/Articulating Footplate Heel Loop  When securing the heel loop to the footrest Replacement assembly, tighten phillips screw until the spacer is secure. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 47: Replacing Bolt On Sector Block

    Secure the new sector block to the front rigging support tube with Mounting Mounting Washer the existing mounting screws and washers. Tighten securely. Screw Screw Washer Locking Pin Sector Block FIGURE 10 Replacing Clamp on Sector Block Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 48: Installing Impact Guards/Calf Strap/H-Calf Strap

    Secure the impact guards to the footrest frame. Secure the calf strap around the footrest frame (with the impact guards attached). Impact Guard H-Calf Strap Calf Strap FIGURE 11 Installing Impact Guards/Calf Strap/H-Calf Strap Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 49: Arms

    Unlock armrest assembly by flipping the arm assembly release lever located on the side rail to the up (horizontal) position (Detail "A"). Pull up on the armrest assembly to remove the armrest from the arm socket. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for opposite side of wheelchair, if necessary. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 50 8 ARMS DETAIL "A" Armrest Assembly Unlocked - Up Locked - Down (Horizontal) (Vertical) Arm Socket Armrest Release Lever FIGURE 1 Installing/Removing Dual Point Armrests (Fixed And Adjustable Height) Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Height Of The Adjustable Height Armrests

    Pull up on the armrest assembly to ensure the armrest is locked in place. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for opposite side of wheelchair, if necessary. DETAIL "A" Locked - Down Unlocked - Up (Vertical) (Horizontal) Armrest Release Lever FIGURE 2 Adjusting the Height of the Adjustable Height Armrests Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 52: Removing/Installing And Using Flipback Armrests

    Install the quick release pin into the rear arm socket. Armrest Release Repeat STEPS 1-4 for remaining flip back armrest, if necessary. Quick Release Pin Lever DETAIL "A" Unlock Locked Position Position (Horizontal) (Vertical) FIGURE 3 Removing/Installing Flip Back Armrest Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 53: Using Armrest

    Flip armrest release lever to the locked (vertical) position (Detail "A"). Flip Back Armrest DETAIL "A" Flip Back Armrest Locked Position (Vertical) Front Arm Socket Unlock Position (Horizontal) Armrest Release Lever FIGURE 4 Using Armrest Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 54: Replacing Conventional Armrest Pads

    If the T-Arm does not slide in the T-Arm socket as desired, adjust the T-Arm socket. Refer to Adjusting T-Arm Sockets. on page 59. Adjust the T-Arm for desired height, width and depth, if necessary. Refer to Adjusting The T-Arms on page 56. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for opposite side of wheelchair. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 55 If the T-Arm does not slide in the T-Arm socket as desired, adjust the T-Arm socket. Refer to Adjusting T-Arm Sockets. on  page 59. Repeat STEP 1 for opposite side of the wheelchair. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 56: Adjusting The T-Arms

    Turn the arm pad around and reposition the arm pad on the arm tube. Re-secure the arm pad to the arm tube with the two mounting screws. Tighten securely. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 57 T-Arm Adjusting T- Arm Width T-Arm Release Arm Tube Lever - UNLOCKED Position Arm Pad Mounting Mounting Screw Screw T-Arm Release Lever - LOCKED Position Set Screws FIGURE 7 Adjusting T-Arm Height/Adjusting T-Arm Width Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 58 Torque to 60-70 in.-lbs. Reattach the arm pad to the arm tube with the two mounting Mounting screws. Tighten securely. T-Arm Post Screw Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary. FIGURE 8 Adjusting T-Arm Depth Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 59: Adjusting T-Arm Sockets

    Repeat STEPS 3-6, if necessary until the T-Arm slides in the T-Arm T-Arm Socket Locking Lever socket as desired. FIGURE 9 Adjusting T-Arm Sockets. If necessary, install rear wheels. Refer to Installing/Removing Rear Wheels on page 84. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 60: Adjusting T-Arm Transfer Assists And/Or Side Guards

    Secure the side guard to the bottom clamp with the two socket Screws screws. Bottom Clamp Install the T-Arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing T-Arms on page 54. FIGURE 10 Adjusting T-Arm Transfer Assists And/or Side Guards. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 61: Using/Installing/Adjusting Locking Cantilever Arms

    Securely tighten the cantilever arm to the wheelchair with two locknuts and washers. Adjust the angle of the cantilever arm, if necessary. Refer to Adjusting the Locking Cantilever Arm Angle on page 63. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 62: Adjusting Locking Cantilever Arm Height

    61 to reposition the arm at the desired height. Back Cane Spacer Bottom Hex Bolt Top Hex Bolt and Cantilever Coved Washer FIGURE 12 Installing Locking Cantilever Arms. - Adjusting Locking Cantilever Arm Height.. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 63 Arm Adjustment Plate Arm Adjustment 90° 100° Plate Locknut Locking Pin Back Angle Bracket Arm Adjustment Back Angle Bracket Arm Adjustment Plate Plate Washer 120° 110° FIGURE 13 Adjusting the Locking Cantilever Arm Angle Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 64: Using/Installing/Adjusting Non-Locking Cantilever Arms

    Adjust the angle of the cantilever arm, if necessary. Refer to Lower Hex Adjusting Non-Locking Cantilever Arm Angle on page 65. Bolt FIGURE 14 Installing Non-Locking Cantilever Arms Adjusting Locking Cantilever Arm Height.. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 65 Tighten the mounting screw securing the cam to the cantilever arm. CAM POSITIONS Back Cane NOTE: All arm angles are relative to the back cane. 8° Arm Angle 12° Arm Angle 16° Arm Angle FIGURE 15 Adjusting Non-Locking Cantilever Arm Angle Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 66: Arm Pad Replacement For Cantilever Arms

    Secure with existing hardware. Full Length Arm Pads Desk Length Arm Pads Arm Pad Armrest Pad Cantilever Arm Cantilever Arm Cantilever Tube Tube Slide Tube Mounting Screws Mounting Screws FIGURE 16 Arm Pad Replacement for Cantilever Arms Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 67: Back/Seat

    Unfold - Push/pull the back towards rear of wheelchair until it locks in place. • Fold - Pick up on the back release levers and push the back towards the front of the wheelchair. Release Levers FIGURE 1 Folding/Unfolding the Back Assembly Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 68: Adjusting The Height Of The Adjustable Height Back Canes

    (Detail “A”). Secure the inner and outer backrest mounting brackets together at the desire back angle with a mounting screw, spacer and locknut. Securely tighten. Repeat STEP 4 for the remaining back cane. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 69 DETAIL “A” - AVAILABLE BACK ANGLES Locknut 95° 105° 115° 90° 100° 110° 120° Spacer Inner Backrest Mounting Outer Backrest Mounting Bracket Screw Mounting Bracket FIGURE 3 Adjusting the Back Angle on Wheelchairs Equipped with Fixed Back Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 70 Spacer Locknut DETAIL “A” (Not Shown) Backrest Mounting Bracket Screw 90° Backrest 100° Bracket 95° 110° 105° 120° Adjuster Spacer 115° FIGURE 4 Adjusting the Back Angle on Wheelchairs Equipped with Fold Down Back Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 71: Installing/Removing Non-Adjustable Stroller Handles

    Push down on stroller handle to ensure hinge arms hold the desired position of the stroller handle. There will be an audible click.  If hinge arms do not hold the position, contact Invacare technical support Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 72: Installing/Replacing Seat Positioning Straps

    Remove the hex screw, locknut and seat positioning strap from the back plate of the wheelchair frame. Discard existing seat positioning strap. Install the new seat positioning strap to the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Replacing Seat Positioning Straps on page 72. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 73: Installing/Replacing Chest Positioning Straps

    Transport ready option only - This wheelchair has been tested for seating in a motor vehicle with the factory installed seating system only. Ensure that the seating system is compatible with this wheelchair. Refer to the seating system Owner's Manual for installation and removal. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 74: Tilt

    10.1 Engaging Tilt-In-Space WARNING The Invacare Solara wheelchair MUST be operated by an assistant when in ANY tilted position. ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable before using the tilt-in-space. Rear wheels may have to be repositioned rearward depending on the degree of tilt-in-space required. ALWAYS ensure stability before using maximum amount of tilt-in-space.

  • Page 75: Adjusting Trigger Release Cables

    DO NOT adjust the trigger release cables while the cables are coiled up. The adjustment will be too tight when the cable is straightened and the tilt mechanism will not lock and hold its position, possibly causing injury. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 76 If necessary, repeat STEPS 1 and 2 to adjust the left trigger release lever. WARNING When cables have been rerouted due to seat depth adjustment, chair width adjustment, or seating accommodation, cables MUST be readjusted. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 77 Cable Adjusting Gear Rack Gear Assembly FIGURE 2 Adjusting Trigger Release Cables Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 78: Adjusting Hublock Cables

    To Loosen - Turn the cable adjusting nut counterclockwise (FIGURE 2). While holding the cable adjusting nut in place, tighten the cable locking nut against the cable adjusting nut. Cable Adjusting DETAIL “A” FIGURE 3 Adjusting Hublock Cables Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 79: Positioning Tilt Locking Collars

    This procedure adjusts the degree of tilt that the wheelchair returns to for normal operation. If the amount of tilt MUST be limited. Refer to Adjusting Lower Tilt Locking Collar on page 81. Loosen the set screw that secure the tilt locking collar to the tilt slide. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 80 Before tightening, ensure that the two tilt locking collars are at the same position on the tilt slide. Securely tighten the two set screws of the tilt locking collars. Bearing Housing Upper Tilt Locking Collar Set Screw Tilt Slide FIGURE 4 Adjusting Upper Tilt Locking Collar. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 81: Adjusting Lower Tilt Locking Collar

    Before tightening, ensure that the two tilt locking collars are at the same position on the tilt slide. Securely tighten the two set screws of the tilt locking collars (Detail “A”). DETAIL “A” Tilt Slide Lower Tilt Screw Locking Collar Bearing Housing FIGURE 5 Adjusting Lower Tilt Locking Collar Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 82: Vent Tray

    Secure the front vent tray hanger bracket to the wheelchair frame with two mounting screws and locknuts. Tighten securely. Secure the rear vent tray hanger brackets to the wheelchair frame with four mounting screws, eight washers and four locknuts. Tighten securely. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 83 Washers Washers Rear Vent Tray Hanger Bracket Height Adjustment Holes Locknuts Front Cross Tube Mounting Rear Vent Tray Mounting Screws Hanger Bracket Screws Front Vent Tray Hanger Bracket Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 84: Wheels/Forks

    If the locking pins do not engage or there is too much movement of the rear wheel assembly in a back and forth position. Refer to Adjusting The Quick-Release Axle on page 86. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for other rear wheel assembly. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 85: Permanent Axle

    Only 12-inch rear wheel is shown. All other wheels will install/remove in the same manner Repeat STEPS 2-3 for other rear wheel assembly. Adjust the wheel locks. Refer to Adjusting The Quick-Release Axle on page 86. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 86: Adjusting The Quick-Release Axle

    Release detent pin ensuring that the locking pins are fully released. Detent Pin Repeat STEPS 3-5 until the quick-release axle locks properly. Wheel Hub Repeat STEPS 1-6 for opposite side, if necessary. (Reference) FIGURE 12.1 Adjusting The Quick-Release Axle Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 87: Seat-To-Floor Height Adjustment

    Test wheelchair for maneuverability. Readjust locknuts if necessary, and repeat STEPS 1-3 until correct. Snap dust cover into the caster headtube. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for opposite side, if necessary. FIGURE 12.2 Adjusting Forks Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 88: Wheel Locks/Anti-Tippers

    Engage the wheel locks and push against the wheelchair to determine if the wheel locks engage the rear wheels enough to hold the wheelchair. If the wheel locks DO NOT hold the wheelchair, repeat STEPS 1-6 until wheel lock engagement holds the wheelchair. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 89 Slide the wheel lock bracket along the wheelchair frame until the measurement between the wheel lock shoe and rear wheel is approximately 1.25 inches. If 1.25 inch measurement is not achievable, perform the following: Remove the mounting screw, washers and locknut that secure the connecting wheel link to the footlock lever (Detail “B”). Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 90 DETAIL “A” Foot Lock Lever Locknut Washers Mounting Screw Mounting Wheel Lock Screws Shoe Wheelchair Adjustment Frame Holes Connecting Wheel Rear Wheel Lock Link Wheel Lock Bracket FIGURE 2 Wheel Lock Adjustment - Footlock Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 91: Using The Wheel Locks

    Pull the wheel lock handle forward to engage the wheel locks. Reverse STEP 1 to disengage the wheel locks. Push to Lock Wheel locks Push the wheel lock handle forward to engage the wheel locks. Reverse STEP 1 to disengage the wheel locks. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 92 Unlocked Position Side View Side View Wheel Lock Wheel Lock Shoe Shoe Wheel Lock Handle Unlocked Position Locked Position Wheel Lock Top View Top View Handle FIGURE 3 Using the Pull to Lock Wheel Locks Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 93 Locked Position Side View Side View Wheel Lock Shoe Wheel Lock Shoe Wheel Lock Handle Locked Position Unlocked Position Wheel Lock Top View Handle Top View FIGURE 4 Using the Push to Lock Wheel Locks Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 94 Lift up on footlock lever to disengage the footlock. Push Down to Locked Unlocked Engage Footlock Lever Footlock Lever Lift Up to Disengage Rear Wheel Rear Wheel FIGURE 5 Using the Push to Lock Wheel Locks- Footlock Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 95: Operating Hublocks

    Patient Operated Hublock Perform one of the following: • Engaging the Hublocks - Push hublock lever down to engage the hublocks • Disengaging the Hublocks - Pull hublock lever up to disengage the hublocks. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 96: Attendant Operated Hublock

    Engaging the Hublocks - Press hublock pedal down to engage the hublocks • Disengaging the Hublocks - Push hublock pedal up to disengage the hublocks. Locked (Hublock Pedal Down) Hublock Pedal FIGURE 7 Attendant Operated Hublock/Foot Operated Hublock Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 97: Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers

    Button Wheelchair If a 1 to 2 inch clearance cannot be obtained, contact a Frame Anti-tipper (Wheeled qualified technician. Portion) Repeat STEPS 1-3 for opposite side. FIGURE 8 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 98: Recliner Back Option

    Make sure the patient is properly positioned in the wheelchair before reclining or inclining (sitting up) to maintain maximum stability and safety. ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (sitting up) the wheelchair. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 99 Returning to upright position - Pull up and push the stroller handle towards the front of the wheelchair until the back is in the upright position. When the back reaches desired angle, slowly release the handles of the recliner cable assemblies. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 100: Replacing Back/Headrest Upholstery

    Remove the ten mounting screws and washers that secure the back upholstery to the back canes. Remove existing back upholstery from back canes. Install new back upholstery onto the back canes. Install the ten mounting screws and washers that secure the back upholstery to the back canes. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 101: Headrest Upholstery

    Install the new headrest upholstery onto the headrest extensions. Install the six mounting screws and washers that secure the headrest upholstery to the headrest extensions. Headrest Extension Headrest Upholstery Back Cane Mounting Screws and Washers Back Upholstery FIGURE 2 Replacing Back/Headrest Upholstery. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 102: Contracture Foot Assembly

    Adjustment Reinstall the mounting bolt and locknut. Securely tighten. Plate Top Mounting Bolt and Locknut Contracture Mounting Holes Support Tube FIGURE 1 Adjusting the Angle of the Contracture Assembly Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 103: Adjusting The Angle Of The Bilateral Contracture Footplate

    Retighten the adjustment screw. If necessary, repeat STEPS 1-3 on remaining contracture footplate. DETAIL “A” DETAIL “B” Contracture Footplate Adjustment Adjustment Contracture Screw Screw Footplate FIGURE 2 Adjusting the Angle of the Contracture Assembly Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 104 Retighten the adjustment screw. If necessary, repeat STEPS 1-3 on remaining contracture footplate DETAIL “A” DETAIL “B” - SIDE VIEW Contracture Footplate Adjustment Contracture Screw Footplate FIGURE 3 Adjusting the Front to Back Angle Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 105: Depth Adjustment

    Reinstall the four flat screws and locknuts that secure the contracture footplate to the footplate angle bracket. Tighten securely. If necessary, repeat STEPS 1-3 on remaining contracture footplate. Mounting Holes Contracture Footplate Flat Screws Locknuts Footplate Angle Bracket (Underneath) FIGURE 4 Depth Adjustment - Bilateral Contracture Footplate Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 106: Contracture Footplate Height Adjustment

    Align one of the mounting holes in the footplate bracket with one of the seven mounting holes on the contracture support. Secure the footplate bracket to the contracture support with the mounting bolt, two coved washers, washer and locknut. Securely tighten. If necessary, repeat STEPS 1-4 on remaining contracture footplate. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 107: Contracture Assembly Width Adjustment

    Slide the contracture assembly left or right to the desired location. Retighten the locknut on the angle adjustment plate to secure the contracture footplate in position. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for remaining footplate if desired. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 108: Contracture Platform

    Retighten the locknut on the angle adjustment plate to secure the contracture platform in position. Bi-Lateral Contracture Platform Contracture Locknut Footplate Locknut Angle Adjustment Plate Angle Adjustment Plate Bi-Lateral Contracture Contracture Platform Footplate FIGURE 7 Contracture Assembly Width Adjustment Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 109 Remove the four mounting screws and washers that secure the Heel Loop existing heel loop to the contracture footplate. Reverse STEPS 1-2 to install the new heel loop. FIGURE 8 Replacing the Contracture Footplate Heel Loop Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 110: Transport Ready Option

    16 Transport Ready Option WARNING Contact Invacare Corporation (800-333-6900) with any questions about using this wheelchair for seating in a motor vehicle. When feasible, wheelchair occupants should transfer into the vehicle seat and use the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) vehicle-installed restraint system.

  • Page 111: About Transport Ready Packages

    As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in a moving vehicle of any type. It is Invacare’s position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto industry.

  • Page 112: Securing The Wheelchair To The Vehicle

    The estimated seated height (HHT) from the ground or floor to the top of the wheelchair-seated occupant’s head ranges from approximately 47-inches for a small adult female to about 61-inches for a tall adult male (Frontal Clear Zone) 16in. 8in. Side View 8in. 16in. (Frontal Clear Zone) Top View Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 113 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION Securement Points Tie-Down Bracket Tie-Down Brackets FIGURE 1 Securement Points Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 114: Securing The Wheelchair

    Detail “A” in FIGURE 3. Pull release barrel out (Detail “B”). Rotate tie down bracket counterclockwise. Position mounting hole in tie down bracket on anchor pin (Detail “C”). Repeat STEPS 2-4 for remaining tie down bracket. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 115 Horizontal Lines DETAIL “A” Tilt Angle Indicator Rocker Tube Rocker Tube Tilt Angle Indicator DETAIL “B” Anchor DETAIL “ Anchor C” Tie Down Bracket Tie Down Bracket Release Barrel FIGURE 2 Tilt Lock Out Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...

  • Page 116: Securing The Occupant

    The wheelchair has been provided with a pelvic belt which meets the requirements of ANSI/RESNA WC/19. The pelvic belt provided by Invacare has been designed to accommodate use on either side of the vehicle. If necessary, follow the instructions below to reverse the orientation of the pelvic belt to accommodate the vehicle-anchored upper torso belt.
  • Page 117 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION DETAIL “A” - PELVIC BELT Pelvic Belt Bracket Pelvic Belt Slot Male End (Used to secure the vehicle-anchored Tie-Down upper torso belt.) Bracket FIGURE 3 Wheelchair-Anchored Belts Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 118 The test for Lateral Stability Displacement for Point (P) is shown in FIGURE 4. The average test result for point (P) is 0.65-inches (16.5 mm). Rear View Point (P) NOTE: Rear view of wheelchair and human surrogate secured on test platform and tilted to 45 degrees. Test Platform ° FIGURE 4 Vehicle-Anchored Belts Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...

  • Page 119: Positioning Belts

    Steeper belt angles also reduce the tendency for upper-torso belts to pull the pelvic belt onto the abdomen during frontal impact loading. Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 120 Ensure the belt(s) are not be twisted. Adjust belts as firmly as possible, being mindful of user comfort. DO position belts INSIDE of DO NOT position belts OUTSIDE armrests, wheels, etc. of armrests, wheels, etc. FIGURE 5 Positioning Belts Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 121 NOTES NOTES Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 122 NOTES NOTES Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Part No 1154295...
  • Page 123 NOTES NOTES Part No 1154295 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
  • Page 124 Invacare Corporation Canada One Invacare Way 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 Elyria, Ohio USA Mississauga Ontario 44036-2125 L4Z 4G4 Canada 800-333-6900 800-668-5324 Part No 1154295 Rev C - 12/10 www.invacare.com...

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