Wheelchairs With Manual Recliners Only - Invacare TDX 4 Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
NEVER operate the wheelchair or elevate/lower the seat while in any tilted/reclined/back
angle position over 20° relative to the vertical position. If the drive lock-out does not stop
the wheelchair from operating or the seat from elevating/lowering in a tilt position over
20° relative to vertical, DO NOT operate the wheelchair or elevate/lower the seat. DO
NOT attempt to adjust the drive lock-out. Have the wheelchair serviced by a qualified
technician.
Use only SAC-E, TRSS, TRECM, TRCM, TAC and ESC actuator controls to activate the
tilt/recline/elevate functions*. DO NOT USE any other actuator controls. Such devices
may result in excess heating and cause damage to the actuator and associated wiring and
could cause a fire, death, physical injury or property damage. If such devices are used,
Invacare shall not be liable and the limited warranty is void.
*NOTE: Specific actuator controls are noted for each function or combination throughout this
manual.
DO NOT operate tilt seat around children.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet out from underneath tilt seat - otherwise serious injury
may result.
DO NOT tip the seating system/wheelchair without assistance.
DO NOT store items under seat.
Cables must be routed and secured properly to ensure that cables DO NOT become
entangled and damaged during normal operation of seating system.
2G Tarsys Equipped with Vent Tray Only - Reduced tilt/recline limits apply. See the
electronics manual listed in Reference Documents on page 2 of this manual.

Wheelchairs with Manual Recliners Only

NEVER operate the wheelchair while in any recline position over 105° relative to the seat
frame. If the limit switch does not stop the wheelchair from operating in a recline position
greater than 105° relative to the seat frame, DO NOT operate the wheelchair. Have the
limit switch adjusted by a qualified technician.
Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and adjusted properly before using the recliner.
DO NOT operate the recliner option if only one of the gas cylinders is operational or
adjusted properly.
When using the recliner option, the motor/gearbox or motor MUST use the most
rearward mounting holes on the suspension arm assembly.
To Healthcare Professionals/Assistants
Make sure the occupant of the wheelchair is properly positioned.
When returning the occupant of the wheelchair to the full upright position, more body
strength will be required for approximately the last twenty (20) degrees of incline (reverse
recline). Make sure to use proper body mechanics (use your legs) or seek assistance if
necessary to avoid injury.
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