Section 10-Recliner; Operating Recliner - Invacare 9000XT Recliner Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 10—RECLINER
SECTION 10—RECLINER
After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching
hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.

Operating Recliner

ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable before using the recliner option.
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. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high
stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. 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. DO NOT operate the recliner option if only one of the
spring lift mechanisms is operational.
TO HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS:
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.
When returning the occupant of the 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.
LIFT KIT MODELS ONLY - 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 (reverse recline) chair back to avoid injury.
ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (reverse recline) the
wheelchair.
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.
NOTE:!For!this!procedure,!refer!to!FIGURE 10.1!on!page!57.
1. Unfold!wheelchair.!Refer!to!Safety/Handling!of!Wheelchairs!on!page 17.
2. Attach!spreader!bar.!Refer!to!Storing/Replacing!Spreader!Bar!on!page 60.
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