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  • Page 1 9000 XDT 9000XT Recliner 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.com...
  • Page 2 OR DAMAGE MAY OCCUR. ACCESSORIES 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. NOTE:!Updated!versions!of!this!manual!are!available!on!www.invacare.com. 9000 Series...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ............... 6 SPECIAL NOTES ................7 LABEL LOCATION ................8 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS ............ 9 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES ..........13 Information for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants ...............13 Weight Training ............................13 Weight Limitation.............................13 Stability - All Models ..........................14 Stability - Recliner Models Only .......................14 Anti-Tippers...............................15 Operating Information..........................15...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Troubleshooting............................28 Maintenance ...............................29 Maintenance Safety Precautions .......................29 Suggested Maintenance Procedures ....................29 SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS ............31 Installing/Removing Front Riggings .......................31 Installing..............................31 Removing ...............................31 Adjusting Footplate Height........................32 Spring Button Height...........................32 Bolt-In-Place Height..........................32 Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly..................33 Installing Impact Guards/Calf Strap ......................34 Replacing Heel Loop ..........................35 SECTION 5—ARMS .................
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Adjusting Quick-Release Axle .......................47 SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS ............48 Installing/Replacing Six or Eight-Inch Front Casters and Forks .............48 Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire/Tube ..................49 Adjusting Front Caster Mounting ......................49 SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS ........50 Installing/Adjusting Anti-tippers ......................50 Installing Anti-Tippers .........................50 Adjusting Anti-Tippers........................51 Using/Adjusting Disk Wheel Locks ......................52...

  • Page 6: Register Your Product

    Register ONLINE at warranty.invacare.com Please have your model number and purchase date available to complete your registration. Any registration information you submit will only be used by Invacare Corporation and protected as required by applicable laws and regulations. 9000 Series...

  • Page 7: 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 8: Label Location

    LABEL LOCATION LABEL LOCATION Crossmember Serial Number Label Lower is located on the Frame cross brace on the Tube left side of the chair IMPORTANT NOTICE The wheel locks on this wheelchair have been 9000 XDT Only pre-set at the factory to comply with the Veterans Administration functional Standard 8320.01 of the Federal Register, paragraph 3.2.4.5.3.

  • Page 9: Typical Product Parameters

    TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS 9000 SL OVERALL WIDTH 23 or 25 inches OVERALL DEPTH (WITH RIGGINGS) 43½ inches SEAT WIDTH 16, 18 or 20 inches SEAT DEPTH 16 or 18 inches SEAT-TO-FLOOR TALL/ADULT: ADULT/HEMI: 15½ to 19½ in 1-inch increments SUPER HEMI: BACK STYLE Sectional* - 1 inch increments;...
  • Page 10 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS 9000 XT OVERALL WIDTH 21, 22, 23, 25, 27 or 29 inches OVERALL DEPTH (WITH RIGGINGS) 43½ inches SEAT WIDTH 14, 15, 16, 18, 20 or 22 inches SEAT DEPTH 16, 17, or 18 inches SEAT-TO-FLOOR TALL/ADULT: ADULT/HEMI: 15½...
  • Page 11 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS 9000 XT RECLINER OVERALL WIDTH 23, 25, 27, 28, 29 or 31 inches OVERALL DEPTH (WITH RIGGINGS) 46 inches SEAT WIDTH 14, 16, 18, 19, 20 or 22 inches SEAT DEPTH 16, 17, or 18 inches SEAT-TO-FLOOR** TALL/ADULT: 17½...
  • Page 12 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS 9000 XDT OVERALL WIDTH 23, 25, 27 or 29 inches OVERALL DEPTH (WITH RIGGINGS) 45½ inches SEAT WIDTH 16, 18, 20 or 22 inches SEAT DEPTH 16, 17, 18, 19 and 20 inches SEAT-TO-FLOOR** TALL/ADULT: 17½, 19½ and 21½ inches ADULT/HEMI: SUPER HEMI: BACK STYLE...

  • Page 13: Section 1-General Guidelines

    Information for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants Make!sure!the!patient!is!properly!positioned!in!the!wheelchair!before!reclining!or! inclining!(reverse!recline)!to!maintain!maximum!stability!and!safety.!Refer!to! Safety/Handling!of!Wheelchairs!on!page 17. Make!sure!occupant"s!hands!and!body!are!clear!of!all!pinch!points!before!reclining!back.! Pinch!Points!exist!between!spreader!bar!and!recliner!mechanism.!Use!caution,!otherwise! injury!may!occur. ALWAYS!engage!both!wheel!locks!while!reclining!or!inclining!(reverse!recline)!the! wheelchair. When!returning!the!occupant!of!the!reclining!back!wheelchair!to!the!full!upright!position,! more!body!strength!will!be!required!for!approximately!the!last!twenty!degrees!of!incline! (reverse!recline).!Make!sure!to!use!proper!body!mechanics!(use!your!legs)!or!seek! assistance!if!necessary!to!avoid!injury. DO!NOT!attempt!to!recline!or!incline!the!wheelchair!back!without!occupant.!Back!will! raise!abruptly!and!cause!injury.!Keep!clear!when!reclining!or!inclining!chair!back!to!avoid! injury. 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. Weight Limitation The!9000!SL,!9000!XT,!and!9000XT!Recliner!wheelchairs!have!a!weight!limitation!of!250! lbs!(114!kg).!The!9000XDT!wheelchair!has!a!weight!limitation!of!350!lbs!(159!kg). Part No. 1056953 9000 Series...

  • Page 14: Stability - All Models

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Stability - All Models The!seat!depth,!back!height/angle,!seat!angle,!size/position!of!the!front!casters,! size/position!of!the!rear!wheels,!anti#tipper!model,!as!well!as!the!user!condition!directly! relate!to!the!stability!of!the!wheelchair.!Any!change!to!one!or!any!combination!of!the!ten! may!cause!the!wheelchair!to!decrease!in!stability.!These!adjustments!MUST!be!performed! by!a!qualified!technician. NOTE:!When!changes!to! the!left!hand!column!occur,! follow!across!the!chart!and! refer!to!the!X!procedure!to! maintain!the!proper! stability,!safety!and! handling!of!the!wheelchair. BACK HEIGHT • N/A N/A N/A SEAT DEPTH • N/A N/A N/A BACK ANGLE • N/A N/A N/A SEATING SYSTEM • N/A N/A TILT ANGLE N/A N/A...

  • Page 15: Anti-Tippers

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Anti-Tippers Anti#tippers!are!specific!to!the!different!seat#to#floor!angles!and/or!seat#to#floor!heights.! Refer!to!the!charts!in!Installing/Adjusting!Anti#tippers!on!page 50!for!correct!usage!and! adjustment.!If!these!requirements!cannot!be!achieved,!DO!NOT!use!the!wheelchair.! Contact!a!qualified!technician.!If!changing!the!seat#to#floor!height!with!or!without!a! change!to!seat#to#floor!angle,!the!correct!anti#tippers!MUST!be!used!to!maintain!a!1½!to! 2#inch!ground!clearance.! Seat#to#floor!angle!of!0°!or!3°:!If!so!equipped,!anti#tippers!MUST!be!attached!at!all!times.! Inasmuch!as!the!anti#tippers!are!an!option!for!0°!or!3°!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. Seat#to#floor!angle!of!6°:!If!changing!the!seat#to#floor!angle!to!6°,!anti#tippers!MUST!be! installed. ALWAYS!use!anti#tippers.!When!outdoors!on!wet,!soft!ground!or!on!gravel!surfaces,!anti! tippers!may!not!provide!the!same!level!of!protection!against!tipover.!Extra!caution!MUST! be!observed!when!traversing!such!surfaces. Operating Information Unless!otherwise!noted,!all!service!and!adjustment!should!be!performed!while!the! wheelchair!is!unoccupied. To!determine!and!establish!your!particular!safety!limits,!practice!bending,!reaching!and! transferring!activities!in!several!combinations!in!the!presence!of!a!qualified!healthcare! professional!before!attempting!active!use!of!the!wheelchair. When!cleaning!rear!cane!or!hand!grip!areas!use!only!a!clean!towel!lightly!dampened!with! cool!water.!Verify!that!grips!are!dry!prior!to!use.!Use!of!soap!or!ammonia!based!cleaning! solutions!will!result!in!the!hand!grips!sliding!off!the!cane!assembly.!Failure!to!observe!this! warning!may!result!in!injury!to!the!user!or!bystanders. If!the!wheelchair!is!exposed!to!extreme!temperature!(above!100°F!or!below!32°F),!high! humidity!and/or!becomes!wet,!prior!to!use,!ensure!that!the!handgrips!DO!NOT!twist!on! the!handle.!Otherwise,!damage!or!injury!may!occur. 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. Avoid!storing!or!using!the!wheelchair!near!open!flame!or!combustible!products.!Serious! injury!or!damage!to!property!may!result. DO!NOT!traverse,!climb!or!go!down!ramps!or!slopes!greater!than!9°. DO!NOT!attempt!to!move!up!or!down!an!incline!with!a!water,!ice!or!oil!film.

  • Page 16: Tire Pressure

    DO!NOT!shift!your!weight!or!sitting!position!toward!direction!you!are!reaching!as!the! wheelchair!may!tip!over. DO!NOT!attempt!to!stop!a!moving!wheelchair!with!wheel!locks.!Wheel!locks!are!not! brakes. DO!NOT!tip!the!wheelchair!without!assistance. DO!NOT!use!an!escalator!to!move!a!wheelchair!between!floors.!Serious!bodily!injury!may! occur. Before!attempting!to!transfer!in!or!out!of!the!wheelchair,!every!precaution!should!be! taken!to!reduce!the!gap!distance.!Turn!both!casters!parallel!to!the!object!you!are! transferring!onto.!When!transferring!to!and!from!the!wheelchair,!ALWAYS!engage!both! wheel!locks. DO!NOT!attempt!to!lift!the!wheelchair!by!any!removable!(detachable)!parts.!Lifting!by! means!of!any!removable!(detachable)!parts!of!the!wheelchair!may!result!in!injury!to!the! user!or!damage!to!the!wheelchair. 9000!XT!RECLINER!ONLY!#!DO!NOT!use!the!spreader!bar!to!lift!the!wheelchair.!Refer!to! Storing/Replacing!Spreader!Bar!on!page 60. DO!NOT!stand!on!the!frame!of!the!wheelchair. DO!NOT!use!the!footplate!as!a!platform.!When!getting!in!or!out!of!the!wheelchair,!make! sure!that!the!footplates!are!in!the!upward!position. NEVER!use!quick#release!axles!on!the!9000!XT!(models!with!offset!axle!option!ONLY),! 9000XDT!or!9000XT!RECLINER!wheelchairs. 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.! Invacare!recommends!that!a!non#folding!device!be!installed!to!keep!the!wheelchair!from! being!folded!when!left!unoccupied!in!a!public!place. Tire Pressure DO!NOT!use!your!wheelchair!unless!it!has!the!proper!tire!pressure!(p.s.i.).!DO!NOT! overinflate!the!tires.!Failure!to!follow!these!suggestions!may!cause!the!tire!to!explode!and! cause!bodily!harm.!The!recommended!tire!pressure!is!listed!on!the!side!wall!of!the!tire. Replacement!of!a!pneumatic!tire!or!tube!MUST!be!performed!by!a!qualified!technician. 9000 Series Part No. 1056953...

  • Page 17: Section 2-Safety/Handling Of Wheelchairs

    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 belt only.

  • Page 18: Coping With Everyday Obstacles

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS To!assure!stability!and!proper!operation!of!your!wheelchair,!you!MUST!maintain!proper! balance!at!all!times.!Your!wheelchair!has!been!designed!to!remain!upright!and!stable! during!normal!daily!activities!as!long!as!you!DO!NOT!move!beyond!the!center!of!gravity. Virtually!all!activities!which!involve!movement!in!the!wheelchair!have!an!effect!on!the! center!of!gravity.!Invacare!recommends!using!seat/chest!positioning!straps!for!additional! safety!while!involved!in!activities!that!shift!your!weight. 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.!Keep!in!mind!your!center!of!gravity!to!maintain!stability! and!balance. 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!tipping!the! wheelchair!or!traversing!curbs,!or!other!impediments. DO!NOT!attempt!to!lift!the!wheelchair!by!any!removable!(detachable)!parts.!Lifting!by! means!of!any!removable!(detachable)!parts!of!the!wheelchair!may!result!in!injury!to!the! user!or!damage!to!the!wheelchair. ALWAYS!check!hand!grips!for!looseness!before!using!the!wheelchair.!If!loose!and/or! worn,!replace!IMMEDIATELY. 9000!XT!RECLINER!ONLY!#!DO!NOT!use!the!spreader!bar!to!lift!the!wheelchair. Also,!be!aware!of!detachable!parts!such!as!the!spreader!bar!(9000!XT!RECLINER!ONLY),! armrests!or!legrests.!These!MUST!NEVER!be!used!to!move!the!wheelchair!or!as!lifting! supports,!as!they!may!be!inadvertently!released,!resulting!in!possible!injury!to!the!user! and/or!assistant(s). When!learning!a!new!assistance!technique,!have!an!experienced!assistant!help!you!before! attempting!it!alone.

  • Page 19: Reaching, Leaning And Bending Forward

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Many!activities!require!the!wheelchair!owner!to!reach,!bend!and!transfer!in!and!out!of!the! wheelchair.!These!movements!will!cause!a!change!to!the!normal!balance,!the!center!of! gravity,!and!the!weight!distribution!of!the!wheelchair.!To!determine!and!establish!your! particular!safety!limits,!practice!bending,!reaching!and!transferring!activities!in!several! combinations!in!the!presence!of!a!qualified!healthcare!professional!before!attempting! active!use!of!the!wheelchair. Proper!positioning!is!essential!for!your!safety.!When!reaching,!leaning,!or!bending! forward,!it!is!important!to!use!the!front!casters!as!a!tool!to!maintain!stability!and!balance. 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.

  • Page 20: Tipping

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Tipping WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. When!tipping!the!wheelchair,!an!assistant!should!grasp!the!back!of!the!wheelchair!on!a! non#removable!(non#detachable)!part.!Inform!the!wheelchair!occupant!before!tipping!the! wheelchair!and!remind!him/her!to!lean!back.!Be!sure!the!occupant’s!feet!and!hands!are! clear!of!all!wheels!and/or!pinch!points. 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.!At!this!point,!the!assistant!will!feel!a!difference!in!the!weight!distribution. WARNING When lowering the front casters of the wheelchair, DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground.

  • Page 21: Method 2 - Wheelchair Without Step Tubes

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Method 2 - Wheelchair Without Step Tubes WARNING ALWAYS check hand grips for looseness before using the wheelchair. If loose and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 2.4. This!method!requires!two!assistants.!The!second!assistant!should!be!positioned!at!the! front!of!the!wheelchair!lifting!upward!on!a!non#removable!(non#detachable)!part!of!the! wheelchair!frame!when!lifting!the!wheelchair!and!stabilizing!the!wheelchair!when!the! wheelchair!is!being!lowered!to!the!ground. FIGURE 2.4 Method 2 - Wheelchair Without Step Tubes The!first!assistant!should!stand!on!the!sidewalk!and!turn!the!wheelchair!so!that!the!rear! wheels!are!against!the!curb.!Turn!the!anti#tippers!so!the!anti#tip!wheels!are!pointing!up.! The!wheelchair!should!be!tilted!back!to!the!balance!point!and,!in!one!continuous!upward!

  • Page 22: Stairways

    IMMEDIATELY. 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 23: Escalators

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Escalators WARNING DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur. Transferring To and From Other Seats WARNING Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance.

  • Page 24: Unfolding And Folding Wheelchair

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Unfolding and Folding Wheelchair WARNING ALWAYS keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury. DO NOT place hand or fingers on the underside of the seat frame rail when opening or closing the 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.

  • Page 25: 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 2.8. 1. 9000!XT!RECLINERS!ONLY!#!Detach!one!end!of!the!spreader!bar!from!the!side!frame.! Refer!to!Storing/Replacing!Spreader!Bar!on!page 60. 2. Swing!footrest/legrest!in!locked! position!to!the!front!of!the!wheelchair. 3. Pivot!footplates!upward!to!vertical! position. 4. With!both!hands,!grasp!the!middle!of! the!seat!upholstery!at!the!front!and! back!edge!and!lift!up. 5. Continue!to!close!the!wheelchair!by! grasping!the!armrest!furthest!from!you! FIGURE 2.8 Folding Hammock or Sling and!pulling!the!armrest!towards!you. Seat Models Folding Solid-Seat Models NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 2.9 1.

  • Page 26: 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.!Routine!maintenance!will!extend!the!life!and!efficiency!of! your!wheelchair. Safety Inspection Checklist Initial!adjustments!should!be!made!to!suit!your!personal!body!structure!and!preference.! Thereafter!follow!these!maintenance!procedures: Inspect/Adjust Initially K Ensure!that!the!wheelchair!rolls!straight!(no!excessive!drag!or!pull!to!one!side). K Inspect!for!loose!or!missing!hardware!on!frame!and!crossbraces. K Inspect!for!bent!frame!or!crossbraces. K Check!that!the!wheel!locks!DO!NOT!interfere!with!tires!when!rolling. K Check!that!the!wheel!lock!pivot!points!are!free!of!wear!and!looseness. K Check!that!the!wheel!locks!are!easy!to!engage. K Ensure!that!the!wheel!locks!prevent!the!wheelchair!from!moving!when!engaged. K Inspect!the!seat!and!back!for!rips!and!sagging. K Inspect!the!seat!and!back!for!loose!or!broken!hardware. K Inspect!the!back!cane!hand!grips!for!wear/looseness/deterioration. K 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.

  • Page 27: Inspect/Adjust Weekly

    SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING K Ensure!all!spokes!are!uniformly!tight. K Inspect!handrims!for!signs!of!rough!edges!or!peeling. K Inspect!axle!assembly!for!proper!tension!by!spinning!caster.!Caster!should!come!to!a! gradual!stop. K Adjust!front!casters/forks!bearing!system!if!wheel!wobbles!noticeably!or!binds!to!a! stop. K Ensure!wheel!bearings!are!clean!and!free!of!moisture. K Check!headtube!locknuts!for!tightness. K Inspect!casters!for!cracks!and!wear. K Inspect!front!casters!for!cracked,!bent!or!broken!spokes. K Clean!upholstery!and!armrests. Inspect/Adjust Weekly K Ensure!that!the!wheel!locks!prevent!the!wheelchair!from!moving!when!engaged. K Inspect!tires!for!flat!spots!and!wear. K Check!pneumatic!tires!for!proper!inflation. K If!equipped,!check!that!quick#release!axles!lock!properly.!Lubricate!if!necessary. K Inspect!rear!wheels!for!cracked,!bent!or!broken!spokes. K Ensure!all!spokes!are!uniformly!tight. K Inspect!axle!assembly!for!proper!tension!by!spinning!caster.!Caster!should!come!to!a! gradual!stop. K Inspect!front!caster!for!cracked,!bent!or!broken!spokes.

  • Page 28: Inspect/Adjust Periodically

    SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect/Adjust Periodically K Inspect!frame!and!crossbraces!for!loose!or!missing!hardware. K Inspect!for!bent!frame!or!crossbraces. K Check!that!wheel!locks!are!easy!to!engage. K Inspect!seat!and!backs!for!rips!and!sagging. K Check!that!there!is!no!excessive!side!movement!or!binding!in!the!rear!wheels!when! lifted!and!spun. K Inspect!handrims!for!signs!of!rough!edges!or!peeling. K Adjust!front!casters/forks!bearing!system!if!wheel!wobbles!noticeably!or!binds!to!a! stop. K Inspect!casters!for!cracks!and!wear. K Ensure!that!casters!are!free!of!debris. K Ensure!wheel!bearings!are!clean!and!free!of!moisture. K Clean!upholstery!and!armrests. K Check!that!all!labels!are!present!and!legible.!Replace!if!necessary. Troubleshooting Chair Chair 3 Sluggish Turn or Casters Squeaks Looseness Solutions Veers...

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    4. If!tires!are!pneumatic,!recommended!tire!pressure!is!listed!on!the!sidewall!of!the!tire. CAUTION As with any vehicle, check the wheels and tires periodically for cracks and wear. Replace if damaged. 5. The!rear!wheels,!casters!and!tires!should!be!checked!periodically!for!cracks!and!wear,! and!should!be!replaced!by!a!qualified!technician!if!damaged. NOTE:!Tire!wear!is!excessive!if: • Pneumatic!Tires!#!there!is!missing!tread!or!the!tires!are!bald. • 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. 6. Periodically!adjust!wheel!locks!in!correlation!to!tire!wear.!Refer!to!Adjusting! Patient#Operated!Wheel!Locks!on!page 53. Part No. 1056953 9000 Series...
  • Page 30 SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 7. Periodically!check!handrims!to!ensure!they!are!secured!to!the!rear!wheels.!If!loose,! have!them!tightened!by!a!qualified!technician. 8. Periodically!check!caster!wheel!bearings!to!make!sure!they!are!clean!and!free!from! moisture.!Use!a!Teflon ® !lubricant!if!necessary. WARNING When cleaning rear cane or hand grip areas use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water. Verify that grips are dry prior to use. Use of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in the hand grips sliding off the cane assembly.

  • Page 31: 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. Turn!the!front!rigging!assembly!to!the! Front Rigging side!(open!front!rigging!is! Release Lever perpendicular!to!wheelchair).

  • Page 32: Adjusting Footplate Height

    SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Adjusting Footplate Height Spring Button Height 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 31. NOTE:!Lay!the!front!rigging!assembly!on!a!flat!surface!to!simplify!this!procedure. 2. Pull!the!cam!lock!lever!up!to!unlocked! position. Front Rigging Support NOTE:!The!elevating!legrest!has!two!sets!of! release!buttons,!one!set!above!the!other.!Each!set! will!be!visible!one!at!a!time!allowing!finer! Release Button footplate!height!adjustment. 3. Push!in!the!release!buttons!and! Adjustment Footplate Holes reposition!the!footplate!assembly!to!the! Assembly desired!height. 4. Ensure!that!the!release!buttons!fully! Cam Lock Lever protrude!from!holes!on!both!sides!of! the!front!rigging!support.

  • Page 33: Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly

    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. From!the!inside!of!the!swingaway!front!rigging,!insert!the!button!head!screw!through! the!appropriate!adjustment!hole!and!thread!into!the!threaded!rivet. 8. Using!a!screwdriver!to!hold!the!threaded!rivet!in!position,!securely!tighten!the!button! head!screw.!Torque!to!32!in#lbs. 9. Rotate!cam!lock!lever!down!to!locked!position. 10. Repeat!STEPS!1#9!to!adjust!the!remaining!footrest. Front Rigging Front Rigging Support Threaded Support Rivet Button Head Screw Button Head Screw Threaded Rivet Adjustment Footplate Hole Assembly Cam Lock Adjustment Footplate Lever...

  • Page 34: Installing Impact Guards/Calf Strap

    SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS 1. To!raise!the!elevating!legrest,!the! assistant!should!hold!the!support!tube! Release Lever and!raise!the!elevating!legrest!until!the! desired!height!is!obtained. 2. To!lower!the!elevating!legrest,!perform! the!following: A. Support!user!leg!with!one!hand. B. Push!release!lever!downward!with! other!hand. C. Gently,!lower!user!leg!down!and! rest!against!the!legrest. Support Tube FIGURE 4.4 Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly Installing Impact Guards/Calf Strap NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 4.5. 1. Remove!impact!guard/calf!strap!from!packaged!container!if!not!already!secured!to!the! footrest. 2. Secure!one!impact!guard!to!the!each!footrest. NOTE:!Ensure!the!upper!portion!of!the!impact!guard!is!between!the!two!horizontal!supports!of!the! footrest.

  • Page 35: Replacing Heel Loop

    SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Replacing Heel Loop NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 4.6!on!page!36. 1. Pull!the!cam!lock!lever!up!to!unlocked!position. 2. Perform!one!of!the!following!as!shown!in!Detail!“A”. • Footplates!with!Spring!Buttons:!Push!in!the!release!buttons!and!remove!the! footplate!assembly!from!the!front!rigging!support. • Bolt#In#Place!Footplates: i. Using!a!screw!driver!to!hold!the!threaded!rivet!in!position,!remove!the!button! head!screw!from!the!threaded!rivet. ii. Remove!the!threaded!rivet!and!button!head!screw!securing!the!footplate! assembly!to!the!front!rigging!support. 3. Remove!the!mounting!screw,!spacer!and!locknut!that!secure!the!heel!loop!to!the! footplate. 4. Remove!existing!heel!loop!from!slide!tube. 5. Install!new!heel!loop!onto!slide!tube. 6. Install!the!mounting!screw,!spacer!and!locknut!to!secure!the!heel!loop!to!the!footplate.! Tighten!until!the!spacer!is!secure. 7. Insert!the!lower!footrest!assembly!into!the!upper!footrest!assembly!to!desired!height. 8. Perform!one!of!the!following!as!shown!in!Detail!“A”: • Footplates!With!Spring!Buttons:!Ensure!that!the!release!buttons!fully!protrude! from!holes!on!both!sides!of!the!upper!footrest!support. •...
  • Page 36 SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS DETAIL “A” Bolt-in-Place Footplates with Front Rigging Threaded Footplates Spring Buttons Support Rivet Button Head Front Rigging Screw Support Release Button Front Rigging Adjustment Support Holes Footplate Cam Lock Adjustment Assembly Cam Lock Lever Hole Lever Footplate Footplate Assembly Assembly...

  • Page 37: 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 WARNING Make sure the height adjustment lever is in the locked position before using the wheelchair.

  • Page 38: Removing Or Replacing Armrest

    SECTION 5—ARMS 2. Pull!the!front!of!the!swing#back!arm! Swing Back Front straight!up/out!of!the!arm!socket!and! towards!the!rear!of!the!wheelchair. Armrest 3. To!use!the!swing#back!arm,!push!the! Release swing#back!arm!towards!the!front!of! Lever the!wheelchair!and!then!downward! into!the!arm!socket. NOTE:!Armrest!release!lever!MUST!be!in!the! unlocked!position!when!placing!armrest!into! the!arm!sockets.! Rear 4. Lock!the!swing#back!arms!by!rotating! Arm Socket the!armrest!release!lever!towards!the! FIGURE 5.2 Using Swing-Back Arms inside!of!the!wheelchair. Removing or Replacing Armrest WARNING Make sure the armrest release lever is in the locked position before using the wheelchair.

  • Page 39: Replacing Armrests

    SECTION 5—ARMS Replacing Armrests NOTE:!Armrest!release!levers!MUST!be!in!the!unlocked!position!when!placing!armrest!into!the! arm!sockets. 1. Place!armrest!into!arm!sockets!located!on!the!side!of!the!wheelchair. 2. Lock!the!armrest!by!turning!the!armrest!release!levers!towards!the!inside!of!the! wheelchair. Replacing Desk/Full Length Armrest Pad (Fixed Height Arms Only) NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 5.4. 1. Remove!the!mounting!screws!that! Armrest Pad Mounting Screws secure!the!armrest!pad!to!the!armrest! assembly. 2. Replace!armrest!pad!and!securely! Armrest Assembly tighten!with!the!existing!mounting! screws. Clothing Guard Replacing Clothing Guards Mounting Screws Mounting Screws (Fixed Height Arms Only)
  • Page 40 SECTION 5—ARMS 4. Reposition!the!arm!socket!to!one!of!two!positions: ARM TYPE ARM SOCKET POSITION (ON WHEELCHAIR FRAME) CONVENTIONAL SPACE SAVER Outside Inside NOTE:!Make!sure!arm!sockets!sit!flush!against!the!wheelchair!frame. 5. Reinstall!the!hex!screw!and!locknut!that!secure!the!arm!socket!to!the!wheelchair!frame! and!securely!tighten. 6. Repeat!STEP!5!for!the!opposite!side!of!the!wheelchair. 7. Install!the!new!arms!onto!the!wheelchair.!Refer!to!Removing!or!Replacing!Armrest!on! page 38. 8. Refer!to!the!following!chart!to!determine!if!the!rear!wheel!axle!spacer!is!needed: ARM TYPE AXLE SPACER NEEDED? CONVENTIONAL SPACE SAVER 9. If!rear!wheel!axle!spacer!is!needed,!refer!to!Removing/Installing!Rear!Wheels!on! page 44. Space Saver Arm Position Conventional Arm Position Arm Socket (Inside of...

  • Page 41: 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. NOTE:!The!procedures!in!this!section!apply!to!non"recliner!models!only.!For!9000XT!recliner! models,!refer!to!Recliner!on!page 56. Replacing Seat Upholstery NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 6.1. 1.

  • Page 42: Slip-On Back Upholstery

    SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK 1. Flip!swing#back!arms!up!and!out!of!the! Back Upholstery way.!Refer!to!Using!Swing#Back!Arms! Washers on!page 37. Back Cane Mounting Screws 2. Remove!the!six!mounting!screws!and! washers!that!secure!the!existing!back! upholstery!to!the!back!canes. 3. Cut!the!tie!wraps!that!secure!the! existing!back!upholstery!to!the! wheelchair!frame. 4. Securely!tighten!the!new!back! upholstery!to!the!back!canes!with!the! six!mounting!screws!and!washers! Tie Wraps Washers starting!with!the!top!hole!of!the!back! Mounting cane. Screws FIGURE 6.2 Replacing Back Upholstery - 5.

  • Page 43: Adjusting Back Height, Back Angle Or Seat Depth

    SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK DETAIL “A” DETAIL “B” Washer Back Upholstery Back Cane Wheelchair Frame Mounting Spacers Screws Locknuts Mounting Screws Back Cane FIGURE 6.3 Replacing Back Upholstery - Slip-On Back Upholstery Adjusting Back Height, Back Angle or Seat Depth WARNING The seat depth, back height/angle, seat angle, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition...

  • Page 44: Section 7-Rear Wheels

    If the wheelchair is equipped with permanent axles, removal/installation of the rear wheels MUST be performed by a qualified technician. Quick-Release Axles WARNING NEVER use quick-release axles on the 9000 XT (models with offset axle option only), 9000XDT or 9000XT recliner wheelchairs. NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 7.1!on!page!45. NOTE:!If!replacing!the!same!size!rear!wheel,!note!the!mounting!position!on!the!wheelchair!frame! for!proper!reinstallation!of!the!new!rear!wheel. 1. Push!in!the!detent!pin!of!the!quick#release!axle!(with!wheel)!and!pull!the!axle!out! through!the!opening!in!the!center!of!the!rear!wheel!and!axle!spacer.
  • Page 45 The detent balls MUST be protruding past the inside of the rear wheel axle bushing for a positive lock (Detail "A"). Keep detent balls clean. Invacare recommends inserting quick-release axles with the detent pin to the inside of the wheelchair to prevent accidental release during contact activities. 5. If!the!detent!balls!are!not!protruding!past!the!inside!of!the!axle!bushing!or!there!is!too! much!side#to#side!movement!of!the!rear!wheel!assembly,!refer!to!Adjusting! Quick#Release!Axle!on!page 47.

  • Page 46: 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 47: Adjusting Quick-Release Axle

    SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS Adjusting Quick-Release Axle WARNING NEVER use quick-release axles on the 9000 XT (models with offset axle option only), 9000XDT or 9000XT recliner wheelchairs. NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 7.3. 1. Remove!rear!wheel!and!quick#release!axle!from!the!wheelchair.!Refer!to! Removing/Installing!Rear!Wheels!on!page 44. 2. Depress!detent!pin!in!the!quick#release!axle!and!slide!axle!through!the!rear!wheel!hub. 3. Release!detent!pin!ensuring!that!the!detent!balls!are!fully!released. 4. Increase!or!decrease!end!play!by!adjusting!the!locknut!on!the!end!of!the!quick#release! axle. WARNING Make sure detent pin and detent balls of the quick-release axles are fully released before operating the wheelchair.

  • Page 48: 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 If converting from a six-inch caster to an eight-inch caster or vice versa, there are seat-to-floor height adjustments that MUST be made.

  • Page 49: Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire/Tube

    SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS DETAIL “A” Dust Cover Locknut 2-inch Extension Spacer Caster Headtube Fork Stem Front Caster and Fork FIGURE 8.1 Installing/Replacing Six or Eight-Inch Front Casters and Forks Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire/Tube WARNING Replacement of front caster tire or tube MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

  • Page 50: Section 9-Anti-Tippers/Wheel Locks

    Seat-to-floor angle of 0° or 3°: If so equipped, anti-tippers MUST be attached at all times. Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are an option for 0° or 3° 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 51: Adjusting Anti-Tippers

    SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS 3. Measure!the!distance!between!the!bottom!of!the!anti#tipper!wheels!and!the! ground/floor. NOTE:!A!1½!to!2"inch!clearance!between!the! Anti-Tipper Anti-Rattle bottom!of!the!anti"tipper!wheels!and!the! Wheels ground/floor!MUST!be!maintained!at!all!times. 4. If!the!distance!between!the!bottom!of! Anti-Tipper anti#tipper!wheels!and!the! Release Buttons ground/floor!is!not!1½!to!2#inches,! Rear Frame adjust!anti#tippers.!Refer!to!Adjusting! Tubing Anti#Tippers!on!page 51. FIGURE 9.1 Installing Anti-Tippers Adjusting Anti-Tippers NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to! DETAIL “A” FIGURE 9.2. 1. Press!the!release!buttons!on!the! Release Buttons wheeled!portion!of!the!anti#tipper!and! slide!it!up!or!down!to!achieve!the!1#1/2! 2 inches...

  • Page 52: Using/Adjusting Disk Wheel Locks

    SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS 9000 XT WITH 0° SEAT-TO-FLOOR ANGLE (ADULT/HEMI FRAME) CASTER SEAT-TO-FLOOR ANTI-TIPPER ON CHAIR OFF CHAIR KIT NUMBER SIZE HEIGHT LENGTH/HEIGHT 8-inch 17½, 18½ inches 13½ / 3½-inches 1058836 6-inch 16½, 17½-inches 13½ / 3½-inches 1058366 15½-inches 11-5/8 / 2-3/4-inches 1058752 9000 XT WITH 3°...

  • Page 53: Adjusting Patient-Operated Wheel Locks

    SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Push-To-Lock Pull-To-Lock Locked Unlocked Wheel Position Wheel Position Lock Unlocked Lock Locked Position Position FIGURE 9.3 Using Patient Operated Disk Wheel Locks Adjusting Patient-Operated Wheel Locks NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 9.4!on!page!54. NOTE:!The!push"or"pull"to"lock!wheel!locks!are!also!an!option!on!the!9000XT!Recliner. NOTE:!If!wheels!are!pneumatic,!before!adjusting!or!replacing!the!wheel!lock!assemblies,!ensure! that!the!tires!are!inflated!to!the!recommended!psi!on!the!side!wall!of!tire.!The!recommended!tire! pressure!is!located!on!the!side!wall!of!the!tire. 1. Disengage!the!wheel!locks. 2. Perform!one!of!the!following: • Bolt#on!Wheel!locks!#!Loosen!the!bolt!and!locknut!that!secure!the!wheel!lock!to!the! wheelchair!frame.
  • Page 54 SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS 8. If!the!measurement!of!1/8#inch!(3/16#inch!for!pneumatic!tires)!can!not!be!achieved,! Perform!one!of!the!following: • Bolt#on!wheel!locks!#!Remove!the!bolt!and!locknut!that!secure!the!wheel!lock!to!the! wheelchair!frame!and!mount!the!wheel!lock!in!the!remaining!mounting!position. • Clamp#on!Wheel!locks!#!Proceed!to!STEP!9. 9. If!wheel!lock!is!unable!to!properly!engage!the!wheel!it!may!be!necessary!to!install! wheel!lock!shoe!extensions.!Refer!to!Installing!Wheel!Lock!Shoe!Extensions!on! page 55. 10. Repeat!STEPS!1#9!for!the!opposite!wheel!lock. 11. Engage!both!wheel!locks!and!ensure!the!occupied!wheelchair!is!held!in!place!when! pushed. WARNING If wheel locks DO NOT hold the occupied wheelchair in place, contact a qualified technician. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Bolt-On Wheel Locks Clamp-On Wheel Locks 1/8-inch (3/16-inch...

  • Page 55: Installing Wheel Lock Shoe Extensions

    SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Installing Wheel Lock Shoe Extensions NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 9.5. 1. Loosen!the!two!set!screws!on!the!wheel!lock!shoe!extension!until!the!set!screws!DO! NOT!protrude!into!the!slot. 2. Insert!the!disk!wheel!lock!shoe!into!the!slot!in!the!shoe!extension. NOTE:!Ensure!the!pointed!end!of!the!wheel!lock!shoe!extension!is!facing!toward!the!rear!wheel. 3. Position!the!wheel!lock!shoe!extension!so!the!outside!edge!is!flush!with!the!out!side! edge!of!the!wheel!lock!shoe. 4. Securely!tighten!the!two!set!screws!to!secure!the!wheel!lock!shoe!extension!to!the! wheel!lock!shoes. Set Screws Wheel Lock Shoe Extension Pointed End of Wheel Lock Shoe Extension Slot FIGURE 9.5 Installing Wheel Lock Shoe Extensions Part No.

  • Page 56: Section 10-Recliner

    If signs of wear appear, belt MUST be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Ensure the spreader bar is attached and secured before using the 9000XT Recliner. LIFT KIT MODELS ONLY - Both spring lift mechanisms MUST be operational before using the recliner.

  • Page 57: Replacing Headrest Pillow

    SECTION 10—RECLINER 3. Adjust!the!tightness!of!the!headrest/back!upholstery.!Refer!to!Adjusting! Headrest/Back!Upholstery!Tension!on!page 58.! 4. Make!sure!wheelchair!is!occupied!and!on!a!level!surface!before!reclining. 5. Engage!the!wheel!locks.!Refer!to!Using/Adjusting!Wheel!Locks!on!page 62. 6. Inform!the!occupant!of!the!wheelchair!that!the!wheelchair!is!about!to!be!reclined.! 7. Make!sure!occupant"s!hands!and!body!are!clear!of!all!pinch!points. 8. Stand!behind!the!wheelchair!and!grasp!both!push!handles!firmly. 9. Squeeze!release!handles. 10. Slowly!pull!back!on!the!back!assembly!while!squeezing!the!release!handles. 11. When!the!back!reaches!the!desired!angle,!slowly!let!go!of!the!release!handles. 12. To!return!the!back!to!the!full!upright!position,!reverse!STEPS!8#11!keeping!in!mind! proper!body!mechanics. Upright Position Reclined Position Back Push Handle Assembly Release Handle FIGURE 10.1 Operating Recliner Replacing Headrest Pillow NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to! Headrest...

  • Page 58: Replacing Headrest/Back Upholstery

    SECTION 10—RECLINER Replacing Headrest/Back Upholstery NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 10.3. Headrest Upholstery 1. Remove!the!headrest!pillow.!Refer!to! Headrest Replacing!Headrest!Pillow!on!page 57. Upholstery Headrest 2. Remove!the!six!mounting!screws!that! Extension Mounting secure!the!headrest!upholstery!to!the! Tube Screws headrest!extension!tubes. Knob 3. Secure!new!headrest!upholstery!onto! Back headrest!extension!tubes!with!the! Upholstery existing!six!mounting!screws. 4. Install!headrest!pillow.!Refer!to! Mounting Replacing!Headrest!Pillow!on!page 57. Screws Back Back Upholstery Cane 1.

  • Page 59: Adjusting Seat Depth

    Upholstery FIGURE 10.4 Adjusting Headrest/Back Upholstery Tension Adjusting Seat Depth WARNING Adjusting the seat depth of the 9000XT Recliner MUST be performed by a qualified technician. Adjusting Seat Width WARNING Adjusting the seat width of the 9000XT Recliner MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

  • Page 60: Storing/Replacing Spreader Bar

    SECTION 10—RECLINER Storing/Replacing Spreader Bar Storing Spreader Bar NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to! Locking FIGURE 10.5. Knob NOTE:!The!9000XT!Recliner!is!folded!for! Side Frame either!storage!or!transporting.!One!side!of!the! spreader!bar!MUST!be!removed!and!placed!in!a! Spreader vertical!position!alongside!the!recliner!tube. Removing From Stored Position Recliner Tube Threaded 1. Rotate!the!end!of!the!spreader!bar!90 Locking toward!the!opposite!side!frame. Knob FIGURE 10.5 Storing/Replacing Spreader 2. Install!threaded!end!of!locking!knob! into!locknut!located!on!the!opposite! side!frame.!Securely!tighten!both! knobs.

  • Page 61: Installing Anti-Tippers

    SECTION 10—RECLINER Installing Anti-Tippers NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to! DETAIL “A” FIGURE 10.7. Release Buttons 1. Install!the!anti#rattles!onto!the!rear! Rear Frame frame!tubes!if!not!already!in!place! Tubing (Detail!“A”). 2. Position!the!anti#tippers!with!the! Anti-Tipper anti#tipper!wheels!pointing!toward!the! Wheels ground/floor! Anti-Tipper 3. Press!the!release!buttons. Anti-Rattle 4. Insert!the!anti#tippers!into!the!rear! DETAIL “B” frame!tubing!until!the!bottom!release! Anti-Tipper button!locks!in!place. Height NOTE:!Refer!to!Detail!“B”!of!FIGURE 10.7! and!the!following!chart!to!ensure!the!correct! anti"tipper!is!installed!in!the!wheelchair.! Anti-Tipper Seat"to"floor!heights!are!approximate! Length...

  • Page 62: With Patient Operated Wheel Locks

    SECTION 10—RECLINER With Patient Operated Wheel Locks NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to! Wheelchair Frame FIGURE 10.8. Patient Operated Locknut Wheel Lock 1. Remove!the!axle!mounting!screw!and! Axle locknut!that!secure!the!patient! Mounting operated!wheel!lock,!spacers,!and!rear! Screw wheel!to!the!wheelchair!frame. 2. Secure!rear!wheel,!patient!operated! Spacers wheel!lock,!and!spacers!to!wheelchair! frame!with!axle!mounting!screw!and! locknut.!Securely!tighten. Rear Wheel FIGURE 10.8 Removing/Installing Rear 3. Adjust!the!patient!operated!wheel! Wheels - With Patient Operated Wheel locks.!Refer!to!Adjusting! Locks Patient#Operated!Wheel!Locks!on!

  • Page 63: Adjusting Attendant Operated Wheel Locks

    SECTION 10—RECLINER 1. Perform!one!of!the!following: • Engage!#!Apply!pressure!downward!on!wheel!lock!handle. • Disengage!#!Lift!up!on!wheel!lock!handle. Unlocked Apply Pressure Apply Pressure Position Here to Engage Here to Engage Locked Position Apply Pressure Here to Disengage FIGURE 10.10 Using Attendant Operated Wheel Locks Adjusting Attendant Operated Wheel Locks NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 10.11!on!page!64. NOTE:!If!wheels!are!pneumatic,!before!adjusting!or!replacing!the!wheel!lock!assemblies,!ensure! that!the!tires!are!inflated!to!the!recommended!psi!located!on!the!side!wall!of!tire.! 1.

  • Page 64: Installing Telescoping I.v. Rod

    SECTION 10—RECLINER DETAIL “A” - WHEEL LOCK SHOE ENGAGEMENT Wheel Lock 1/8-inch (3/16-inch Shoe pneumatic tires) Wheel Lock Shoe Tire Tire Tire Contact Section Area Bolt and Locknut Recliner Tube Wheel Lock Handle Wheel Lock Shoe Rear Wheel FIGURE 10.11 Adjusting Attendant Operated Wheel Locks Installing Telescoping I.V.

  • Page 65: Installing I.v. Rod Support Tube

    SECTION 10—RECLINER 6. Thread!the!provided!mounting!screw!through!the!lower!hole!on!the!front!cylinder! section!of!the!I.V.!holder,!through!the!side!frame,!and!into!the!locknut.!Turn!nut!until! snug!fit!is!obtained.!DO!NOT!tighten!yet. 7. Reinstall!the!arm!to!orient!front!cylinder!of!I.V.!holder.!Refer!to!Removing!or!Replacing! Armrest!on!page 38.! 8. Once!front!cylinder!is!oriented!for!proper!clearance!of!the!armrest,!securely!tighten! both!locknuts. 9. Install!the!I.!V.!rod!support!tube.!Refer!to!Installing!I.V.!Rod!Support!Tube!on!page 65. Installing I.V. Rod Support Tube NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 10.13!on!page!66. NOTE:!The!I.V.!rod!holder!MUST!already!be!mounted!to!the!side!frame!of!the!wheelchair. 1. Insert!the!I.V.!rod!support!tube!into!the!rear!cylinder!of!the!I.V.!rod!holder. NOTE:!When!installing!the!I.V.!rod!support!tube,!ensure!the!adjustment!knob!is!pointing!out!away! from!the!wheelchair. 2. Turn!the!I.V.!rod!support!tube!until!the!holes!in!the!I.V.!rod!support!tube!align!with! the!holes!in!the!rear!cylinder!of!the!I.V.!rod!holder.! 3. Insert!mounting!screw!through!rear!cylinder,!large!nylon!washer,!small!nylon!washer,! steel!washer,!and!into!locknut.!Securely!tighten. NOTE:!The!large!nylon!washer!MUST!be!inserted!into!hole!and!pressed!in!so!that!it!is!flush!with! outside!surface!of!rear!cylinder.! 4. Reinstall!the!rear!wheel!from!the!wheelchair.!Refer!to!Removing/Installing!Rear! Wheels!on!page 61. 5.
  • Page 66 SECTION 10—RECLINER I.V. Rod Adjustment Knob I.V. Rod Support Tube Locknut Steel Washer Small Nylon Washer Large Nylon Washer I.V. Rod Holder Rear Cylinder NOTE:!Attaching!hardware! enlarged!3X!scale!for!clarity. Mounting Screw FIGURE 10.13 Installing I.V. Rod Support Tube - Adjusting I.V. Rod 9000 Series Part No.

  • Page 67: 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. NOTE:!The!options!in!this!section!refer!to!non"recliner!models!only.!Refer!to!Recliner!on!page 56! for!9000XT!Recliner!options. Installing/Cleaning Telescoping I.V. Rod/O Holders NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 11.1!on!page!68. Installing WARNING The telescoping I.V.

  • Page 68: Cleaning

    SECTION 11—OPTIONS DETAIL “A” - I.V. ROD/O 2 HOLDER Tie Wrap Mounting Telescoping I.V. Bracket Rod Holder Screw Locknut Spacer Axle Mounting Positions Step Tube DETAIL “B” - O 2 HOLDER Mounting Bracket Screw Locknut Axle Mounting Positions Spacer Step Tube FIGURE 11.1 Installing/Cleaning Telescoping I.V.

  • Page 69: Installing Crutch And Cane Carrier

    SECTION 11—OPTIONS Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier WARNING Check base weekly to ensure proper placement. When loading the crutch/cane carrier, ensure items are securely placed into the base. Also ensure that there is no interference with folding the wheelchair, the rear wheels, or the swing-back arms.

  • Page 70: 9000Sl/Xt

    SECTION 11—OPTIONS 3. Secure!the!amputee!attachment!to!the! wheelchair!with!the!hew!screw,!spacer! and!locknut. Wheelchair Frame 4. Reinstall!the!plug!button!or!anti#tipper! Spacer onto!the!step!tube!of!the!wheelchair! frame. Locknut 5. Repeat!STEPS!1#4!for!the!opposite!side! of!the!wheelchair. Step Tube 6. Reposition!the!rear!wheels.!Refer!to! Hex Screw Removing/Installing!Rear!Wheels!on! page 44. Amputee Bracket FIGURE 11.3 Installing Amputee Bracket 9000SL/XT NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 11.4!on!page!71. 1. Refer!to!the!following!chart!or!FIGURE 11.4!to!determine!the!mounting!position!of!the! amputee!bracket: SEAT-TO- *BRACKET AXLE SPACER...

  • Page 71: 9000Xdt

    SECTION 11—OPTIONS Bracket “A” Bracket “B” Locknuts Left Right 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 11.4 Installing Amputee Bracket - 9000SL/XT 9000XDT NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 11.5!on!page!72.
  • Page 72 SECTION 11—OPTIONS 4. Install!the!rear!wheels!onto!the!wheelchair.!Refer!to!Removing/Installing!Rear!Wheels! on!page 44. Bracket “B” Bracket “A” Hemi Left Hemi Right Left Right Adult Right Adult Left Axle Spacer Toward Outside of Wheelchair Hex Screws Rear View of Amputee Bracket Tall Right Tall Left Locknuts FIGURE 11.5 Installing Amputee Bracket - 9000XDT 9000 Series Part No.
  • Page 73 NOTES NOTES Part No. 1056953 9000 Series...
  • Page 74 NOTES NOTES 9000 Series Part No. 1056953...

  • Page 75: Limited Warranty

    This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser who purchases this product when new and unused from Invacare or a dealer. This warranty is not extended to any other person or entity and is not transferable or assignable to any subsequent purchaser or owner. Coverage under this warranty will end upon any such subsequent sale or other transfer of title to any other person.
  • Page 76 All rights reserved. Trademarks are One Invacare Way 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 identified by ™ and ®. All trademarks are Elyria, Ohio USA Mississauga Ontario owned by or licensed to Invacare 44036-2125 L4Z 4G4 Canada Corporation unless otherwise noted. 800-333-6900 800-668-5324 Teflon is a registered trademark of DuPont.

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