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- Page 1 Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual HTR Tilt/Recline 3000/3500 5000/5500 DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THE HTR. USER: BEFORE USING THE HTR, READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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Page 2: Special Notes
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. HTR USER As a manufacturer of the HTR, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of products to meet many needs of the end user. However, final selection of the type of product to be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his/her health care professional capable of making such a selection. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ..............................2 PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES ................. 4 OPERATING INFORMATION ..........................4 WEIGHT TRAINING ............................. 4 WEIGHT LIMITATION ............................5 SAFETY/HANDLING OF THE HTR ........................5 PROCEDURE 2 - SAFETY INSPECTION ..................8 SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST ........................ -
Page 4: Procedure 1 General Guidelines
WEIGHT TRAINING If occupant uses the HTR as a weight training chair, Invacare shall not be liable for bodily injury and the warranty will be voided immediately. The Invacare HTR has not been designed or tested as a seat for... -
Page 5: Weight Limitation
The HTR Tilt/Recline has a weight limitation of 250 lbs. Virtually all activities which involve movement in the HTR SAFETY/HANDLING OF THE HTR have an effect on the center of gravity. Invacare recom- mends using seat/chest positioning straps for additional “Safety and Handling” of the HTR requires the close safety while involved in activities that shift your weight. - Page 6 PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES Many activities require the HTR user to reach, bend Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward and transfer in and out of the HTR. These move- Position the front casters so that they are extended as ments will cause a change to the normal balance, far forward as possible and engage wheel locks.
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Page 7: General Guidelines
GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 Stairways WARNING Invacare does not recommend traversing curbs WARNING with the HTR. However, extreme caution is advised DO NOT move an occupied HTR up or down a when it is necessary to move an occupied HTR up stairway. -
Page 8: Procedure 2 - Safety Inspection
PROCEDURE 2 SAFETY INSPECTION NOTE: Every six (6) months, take your HTR to a qualified This Procedure includes the following: technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular Safety Inspection Checklist cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your HTR. -
Page 9: Troubleshooting
VEERS TURN OR FLUTTERS IN CHAIR RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE RATTLES 3000/3500 Models: Check that directional lock caster is engaged Check casters for loose nuts and bolts. Check that both casters contact the ground at the same time. 3. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are se- MAINTENANCE cured to the rear wheels. -
Page 10: Procedure 3 - Operation
PROCEDURE 3 OPERATION RECLINE OPERATION (FIGURE 2) This Procedure includes the following: Tilt Operation The proper trigger to recline the back is clearly marked with the following label: Recline Operation RECLINE Flipdown Back Operation Caster, Wheel and Wheel Lock Operation WARNING Infinite recline positions are also controlled by a single The HTR is to be operated by an assistant only. -
Page 11: Caster, Wheel And Wheel Lock Operation
OPERATION PROCEDURE 3 Ensure the caster is positioned directly forward. Push CASTER, WHEEL AND WHEELLOCK your foot down on the lower of the two caster toggles. To OPERATION (FIGURE 4) disengage, push down on the top toggle. 5-inch Casters with Wheel locks 24-inch Rear Wheels with Wheel Locks Push your foot down on the lower of the two caster To engage, push the wheel lock handle forward. -
Page 12: Procedure 4 - Adjustments
PROCEDURE 4 ADJUSTMENTS HEADREST ADJUSTMENT This Procedure includes the following: Headwing Adjustment The headrest can be moved vertically to meet varying needs. Simply pull the headrest up or down to achieve Headrest Adjustment the desired position. The fastening straps can be loos- Arm Adjustment ened or tightened accordingly. -
Page 13: Legrest Adjustment
ADJUSTMENTS PROCEDURE 4 NOTE: Before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock as- LEGREST ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 3) semblies, ensure that the tires are inflated to the recom- A. To adjust for thigh length, move knob (1-in picture) mended p.s.i on the side wall of the tire. on left side to the left and slide whole legrest in or 1. -
Page 14: Tray Adjustment And Storage
PROCEDURE 4 ADJUSTMENTS TRAY ADJUSTMENT AND STORAGE (FIGURE 4) The tray can be adjusted by pulling down the relase pin (rotating the pin will lock it open) located under the arm tube. The adjustment is in 1" increments. Ensure the tray is securely locked in place before using. To store the tray place one of the tray rods in the arm tube with the top surface of the tray facing away from the chair. -
Page 15: Limited Warranty
Invacare warrants its product to be free from defects In materials and workmanship for a pe- riod of three (3) years; lifetime on the frame; and one (1) year on the upholstery and Gas Spring Cylinders from the date of original purchaser/user. - Page 16 Canada One Invacare Way 5970 Chedworth Way Invacare is a registered trademark of Invacare Corporation. Elyria, Ohio USA Mississauga, Ontario Yes, you can. is a trademark of Invacare Corporation. 44036-2125 L5R 3T9, Canada © 2001 Invacare Corporation 800-333-6900 905-890-8838 Form No. 01-035 Part No. 1104931...