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  • Page 1 OWNERS OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL COMET...

  • Page 2: Special Notes

    It is Invacare’s position that users of wheelchair/strollers should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto industry. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any wheelchair/stroller transportation systems.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS PROCEDURE 4 - BACK ........34 SPECIAL NOTES ..........2 FOLDING/UNFOLDING THE BACK ....34 SAFETY SUMMARY ........... 5 CHANGING BACK HEIGHT ......34 REPLACING THE BACK UPHOLSTERY ..34 SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS/ ADJUSTABLE BACK UPHOLSTERY .... 36 STROLLERS ...........
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED) PROCEDURE 8 - SEAT-TO-FLOOR ....55 PROCEDURE 9 - CONVERTING ..... 69 CHANGING SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT ..55 CONVERTING FROM THE STANDARD LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE, AXLE POSITION TO THE REVERSED PLATE POSITION, AND CASTER FORK POSITION OR VICE VERSA FOR 10-3/4 INCH, SEAT-TO-FLOOR NON-MINI TILT..........

  • Page 5: Safety Summary

    ALWAYS wear your seat restraint. Inasmuch as the SEAT RESTRAINT is an option on this wheelchair/stroller (You may order with or without the seat restraint), Invacare strongly recom- mends ordering the seat restraint as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair/stroller user.
  • Page 6 DO NOT use your wheelchair/stroller unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT over- inflate the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm. Replacement of a pneumatic tire or tube MUST be performed by an authorized Invacare Dealer or Qualified Technician. WEIGHT TRAINING...

  • Page 7: Safety/Handling Of Wheelchairs/Strollers

    Individual wheelchair/stroller users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from COPING WITH EVERYDAY OBSTACLES those described in this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can...
  • Page 8 SAFETY/HANDLING SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIR/STROLLERS (Cont.) TILTING - CURBS: METHOD 2 - WHEELCHAIR/STROLLERS WITHOUT STEP TUBES After mastering the techniques of tilting the wheelchair/stroller, use this procedure to tackle Unless the first assistant has exceptional upper curbs, short stairs, etc. body strength, it is recommended that METHOD 2 use two (2) assistants.
  • Page 9 Extreme caution is advised when it is neces- WARNING sary to move an occupied wheelchair/stroller Make sure that the anti-tippers wheels are point- up or down the stairs. Invacare recommends ing down towards the ground/floor BEFORE using two (2) assistants and making thorough using the wheelchair/stroller.
  • Page 10 SAFETY/HANDLING SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIR/STROLLERS (Cont.) TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION SEATS WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have WARNING to move forward in the seat or pick them up BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the from the floor by reaching down between your wheelchair/stroller, every precaution should be knees.
  • Page 11 SAFETY/HANDLING SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIR/STROLLERS (Cont.) REACHING, LEANING and BENDING - CENTER OF GRAVITY FORWARD Position the casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and engage wheel locks. DO NOT LEAN FORWARD OF THE ARMRESTS. Example 46% 103 lbs.

  • Page 12: Features

    FEATURES FEATURES Adjustable Height Back (10 to 14, 12 to 16-inches) Adjustable Seat Depth Short Frame (7 to 13-inches) Long Frame (9 to 16-inches) Adjustable Angle / Folding Back Cantilever Arms Reversable Seat Frame Anti-Tippers 16, 20, 22, 24- Inch Wheels (Large Wheels) Quick-Release Axles One-Piece Adjustable...

  • Page 13: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS INVACARE COMET * Overall Width: Short Frame: 21-inches, Long Frame: 25-inches * Overall Depth: Short Frame: 25-inches, Long Frame: 33-inches Overall Height: Short Frame: 29-inches, Long Frame: 37-inches ** Shipping Weight: Short frame: 25 lbs. Long frame: 30 lbs.

  • Page 14: Packaging

    3. Carefully remove all components from the car- STORAGE ton. 1. Store the packaged/repackaged Invacare NOTE: Unless the Invacare COMET is to be as- COMET in a dry area. sembled immediately, retain cartons and pack- 2. DO NOT place other objects on top of the pack- ing materials for use in storing the stroller/wheel- aged/repackaged stroller/wheelchair.

  • Page 15: Safety Inspection Checklist

    SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST 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. Once a year take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheel- chair.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    This could cause damage to the frame 8. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears. tubing. SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE TRANSPORTING THE INVACARE COMET PROCEDURES 1. Remove the seating system. 1. Keep quick-release axles free of dirt and lint to 2. Remove the footboard assembly or position ensure positive locking and proper operation.
  • Page 17 (2) positions of the COMET: STANDARD POSITION: Position where the large wheels are towards the rear and the casters are towards the front of the COMET. REVERSED POSITION: Position where the large wheels are towards the front and the...

  • Page 18: Procedure 1 - Front Riggings

    PROCEDURE 1 FRONT RIGGINGS This Procedure includes the following: ONE-PIECE FOOTBOARD HEIGHT. 1. Loosen, but do not remove the four (4) socket Adjusting/Installing the One-Piece Footboard screws that secure the half clamps and Adjusting/Installing the Articulating Footplates footboard support tubes to the wheelchair frame.

  • Page 19: Adjusting/Installing The Articulating Footplates

    FRONT RIGGINGS PROCEDURE 1 2. Install two (2) socket screws and loosely tighten. Wheelchair Open Hole Half Clamp Frame 3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite side of the wheel- Socket chair. Screws Threaded Hole 4. Slide the footboard support tubes into the half clamps Half Clamp to the desired height.

  • Page 20: Adjusting/Installing The Swing Under/Non-Swing Under Footboards

    PROCEDURE 1 FRONT RIGGINGS 6. Install the articulating footplate to one (1) of four (4) NOTE: Installations shown for standard postion/ mounting positions. swing under footboard only for clarity. Installa- tion procedure is the same for Reversed/Non- NOTE: If desired depth is not obtainable, rotate the Swing under footboards.

  • Page 21: Transferring Swing Under

    SWING UNDER FOOTBOARDS (FIGURE 4) Spacers Washers NOTE: This is necessary when adjusting the Mounting Support width of the COMET. Screws Assemblies 1. Remove footboard. Refer to ADJUSTING/IN- STALLING THE SWING UNDER/NON-SWING NON-SWING UNDER FOOTBOARD UNDER FOOTBOARD in this PROCEDURE of this manual.

  • Page 22: Procedure 2 - Arms

    PROCEDURE 2 ARMS 1. Slide the partially assembled cantilever arm This procedure includes the following: assembly w/mounting hardware through the back Using/Installing/Height Adjustment/ cane. Make sure the adjustment plate is towards Corresponding Arm Adjustment to Back Angle the inside of the wheelchair. Replacing/Repositioning the Locking NOTE:This includes top hex screw, coved wash- Mechanism in the Cantilever Arm...

  • Page 23: Replacing/Repositioning The Locking Mechanism In The Cantilever Arm

    ARMS PROCEDURE 2 REPLACING/REPOSITIONING THE Adjustment Plate LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE CANTILEVER Locknut ARM (FIGURE 4) Locking Pin CAUTION The locking mechanism is spring loaded. Place your free hand over the locking mechanism to prevent the parts from springing out of the arm Washer rest.

  • Page 24: Arm Pad Depth Adjustment/ Replacement

    PROCEDURE 2 ARMS ARM PAD DEPTH ADJUSTMENT/ "T" ARM INSTALLATION (FIGURE 6) REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 5) 1. Remove the large wheels from the wheelchair. Adjustment 2. Turn the wheelchair frame over so that the cast- 1. Remove the phillips screw from the rear of the arm- ers are pointing up.

  • Page 25: T" Arm Width Adjustment

    ARMS PROCEDURE 2 "T" ARM PAD DEPTH ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 8) Height 1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure Adjustment the arm pad to the arm tube. Holes Arm Post 2. Remove the two (2) allen screws that secure HEIGHT the arm tube to the armrest assembly.

  • Page 26: Procedure 3 - Seat

    4. Close the seat cushion and reattach to the seat WARNING The following procedure must be performed by upholstery. an authorized Invacare dealer or qualified tech- nician. Seat Cushion The seat depth and back angle of the wheel- chair, as well as the large wheel position directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair.
  • Page 27 SEAT PROCEDURE 3 2. Refer to the charts on the following pages to WARNING determine mounting position for corresponding When in the standard or reversed positions, seat depth. NEVER use the front five (5) mounting positions on the short wheelchair frame for the back 3.
  • Page 28 PROCEDURE 3 SEAT SHORT FRAME LONG FRAME STANDARD POSITION STANDARD POSITION NON-MINI-TILT NON-MINI-TILT Use these mounting NEVER use these Use these mounting NEVER use these holes ONLY mounting holes holes ONLY mounting holes 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 21 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Rear--------Wheelchair-------Front Rear--------Wheelchair-------Front...
  • Page 29 SEAT PROCEDURE 3 BACK POSITION FOR 16-INCH SEAT DEPTH SHORT FRAME POSITIONS LONG FRAME POSITIONS STANDARD REVERSED STANDARD REVERSED Mounting Mounting Holes 8 & 10 Holes 8 & 10 MINI-TILT Mounting Mounting Holes 8 & 10 NON-MINI-TILT Holes 8 & 10 BACK POSITION FOR 15-INCH SEAT DEPTH SHORT FRAME POSITIONS LONG FRAME POSITIONS...
  • Page 30 PROCEDURE 3 SEAT BACK POSITION FOR 12-INCH SEAT DEPTH SHORT FRAME POSITIONS LONG FRAME POSITIONS STANDARD REVERSED STANDARD REVERSED Mounting Mounting Mounting Holes 6 & 8 Holes 6 & 8 Holes 4 & 6 MINI-TILT Mounting Mounting Mounting Holes 4 & 6 NON-MINI-TILT Holes 6 &...
  • Page 31 SEAT PROCEDURE 3 BACK POSITION FOR 9-INCH SEAT DEPTH SHORT FRAME POSITIONS LONG FRAME POSITIONS STANDARD REVERSED STANDARD REVERSED Mounting Mounting Holes 1 & 3 Holes 3 & 5 MINI-TILT Mounting Mounting Holes 1 & 3 Holes 3 & 5 NON-MINI-TILT BACK POSITION FOR 8-INCH SEAT DEPTH SHORT FRAME POSITIONS...

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Seat Width- Non-Mini Tilt

    WARNING The following procedure must be performed by 5. Install the new seat pan onto the wheelchair. an authorized Invacare dealer or qualified tech- Refer to REPLACING THE SEAT PAN in this nician. section of the manual. 1. Remove the existing back upholstery and 6.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Seat Width-Mini Tilt

    WARNING the seat frame. The following procedure must be performed by 6. Install new crossmembers onto the wheelchair an authorized Invacare dealer or qualified tech- by reversing STEP 5. nician. NOTE: Existing footrest assembly will need to 1. Remove the mini-tilt mechanism. Refer to CON-...

  • Page 34: Procedure 4 - Back

    PROCEDURE 4 BACK 3. Securely tighten the back upholstery to the back This Procedure includes the following: canes with the two (2) phillips screws and wash- Folding/Unfolding the Back ers. Back Cane Changing Back Height Back Upholstery Replacing the Back Upholstery Adjustable Back Upholstery Replacing the Spreader Bar Replacing the Locking Mechanism in...
  • Page 35 PROCEDURE 4 BACK 6. Remove the two (2) phillips screws and washers Angled Back Canes (FIGURE 4) that secure the existing back upholstery to the 1. Remove the hex screws, and locknuts that se- wheelchair. cure the back cane to the back upright. 7.

  • Page 36: Adjustable Back Upholstery

    PROCEDURE 4 BACK Sportster Back Canes (FIGURE 5) This configuration may enable the back canes to be lowered for a quad. In another instance, you might 1. Remove the mounting screws and the washers loosen all of the straps and allow the end-user to sink that secure the back upholstery onto the back all the way back into the wheelchair.
  • Page 37 BACK PROCEDURE 4 3. Secure the adjustable back upholstery to the back The wheelchair backrest should be able to follow the posts with the mounting screws. natural anatomical contours of the back. When view- ing a person from the side, the thoracic portion of the NOTE: Clean the upholstery with warm water and back will extend posteriorly to the pelvis and buttocks mild detergent to remove superficial soil.

  • Page 38: Replacing The Spreader Bar

    PROCEDURE 4 BACK The best point of control for the pelvis is near the Posterior Superior, Iliac Spine (P.S.I.S.). The upper trunk should be relined until a balanced posture is achieved, approximately 10 to 15 degrees (FIGURE 10). FIGURE 12 The effect of back support and the angle of the backrest are interconnected.
  • Page 39 BACK PROCEDURE 4 7. Slide the new spreader bar onto the back canes. Angled Back Canes (FIGURE 14) Make sure it sits above the back angle bracket. NOTE: Make sure the spreader bar is ALWAYS at- 8. Securely tighten the two (2) set screws that se- tached to the wheelchair.

  • Page 40: Replacing The Locking Mechanism In The Back Cane

    THE BACK CANE (FIGURE 15) WARNING The following procedure must be performed by CAUTION an authorized Invacare dealer or qualified tech- The locking mechanism is spring loaded. Place nician. your free hand over the locking mechanism to prevent the parts from springing out of the arm- The seat depth and back angle of the wheel- rest.

  • Page 41: Installing The Stroller Handles

    BACK PROCEDURE 4 INSTALLING THE STROLLER HANDLES WARNING (FIGURE 17) is the maximum back angle that can be used with mini-tilt option. 1. Slide the stroller handle onto the back cane. 2. Make sure to line up the mounting holes of the 5.

  • Page 42: Installing The Clamp-On Stroller Handles (Non-Mini Tilt,Sportster Back Only)

    PROCEDURE 4 BACK 4. Slide hex screw in lower hole of mounting INSTALLING THE CLAMP-ON STROLLER bracket and secure with locknut provided. HANDLES (NON-MINI TILT/SPORTSTER BACK ONLY) 5. Slide stroller handle into mounting bracket until it rests on the hex screw installed in STEP 4. Standard Position (FIGURE 18) 6.

  • Page 43: Procedure 5 - Large Wheels

    Axle Mounting Locknut Keep locking pins clean. Plate Invacare recommends inserting quick-release axles with the head end to the inside of the Locking wheelchair to prevent accidental release dur- Pins ing contact activities.

  • Page 44: Replacing The Large Wheel Handrim

    PROCEDURE 5 LARGE WHEELS 3. Release detent pin ensuring that the locking pins 9. Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel are fully released. if necessary. 4. Increase or decrease end play by adjusting the Phillips locknut on the end of the quick-release axle. Screw Handrim WARNING...

  • Page 45: Installing Projection Handrims

    LARGE WHEELS PROCEDURE 5 7. If the locking pins of the quick-release axles are INSTALLING PROJECTION HANDRIMS not protruding past the inside of the large wheel NOTE: The following procedures will work for any mounting bracket or there is too much movement type of projection handrim.

  • Page 46: Replacing/Repairing Large Wheel Tire/Tube

    4. Remove the existing handrim from the rear wheel. Replacement of large wheel tire or tube MUST be 5. Position the projection handrim mounting holes performed by an authorized Invacare dealer or with the mounting holes in the rear wheel. qualified technician.

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Wheelbase Length

    The following procedure must be performed by 8. Adjust the wheel locks. Refer to ADJUSTING THE an authorized Invacare dealer or qualified tech- WHEEL LOCK in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual. nician. 9. Adjust the anti-tippers for reverse or standard Wheel locks MUST be adjusted BEFORE using wheelchair position.
  • Page 48 PROCEDURE 5 LARGE WHEELS STANDARD POSITION NON MINI-TILT AXLE PLATE MINI TILT AXLE PLATE 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Allowable Axle Bushing Mounting Positions Are... If wheelchair With a Back Short Frame Long Frame has Seat Depth Angle of ...

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Wheelbase Width

    WARNING WARNING The following procedure should be performed The following procedure should be performed only by an authorized Invacare Dealer or Quali- only by an authorized Invacare Dealer or Quali- fied Technician. fied Technician. After adjustments and before use make sure After adjustments and before use make sure all attaching hardware is securely tightened.

  • Page 50: Adjusting Large Wheel Camber

    ADJUSTING LARGE WHEEL CAMBER (FIGURE 12) WARNING Three (3) Camber The following procedure should be performed Washers (4.5 only by an authorized Invacare Dealer or Quali- Camber) Top Hex fied Technician. Screw Axle Mounting Plate After adjustments and before use make sure Locknut all attaching hardware is securely tightened.

  • Page 51: Procedure 6 - Casters

    3. Remove locknut and large plastic washer. Replacement of a pneumatic tire or tube MUST 4. Drop the fork assembly out of the caster be performed by an authorized Invacare dealer headtube. or qualified technician. 5. Slide in the new caster fork assembly.

  • Page 52: Anti-Tippers

    PROCEDURE 7 WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS 4. Measure the distance between the WHEEL LOCK This Procedure includes the following: SHOE and the LARGE WHEEL. Adjusting the Wheel Locks 5. Slide the wheel lock along the wheelchair until the Installing Wheel Lock Handle to Link (Reverse measurement is between 5/32 and 5/16-inches.

  • Page 53: Installing/Adjusting The Anti-Tippers

    WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS PROCEDURE 7 WHEEL LOCK LINK 1 2 3 4 5 Link Mounting Positions Step 8 SHORT FRAME For 16-inch Wheels: 5th Frame Mounting Hole From Front of Wheelchair FIGURE 4 - WHEEL LOCK LINK MOUNTING Axle Mounting Hole Link No.
  • Page 54 PROCEDURE 7 WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS Adjusting the Anti-Tippers REVERSED NOTE The anti-tippers need to be adjusted any STANDARD POSITION time the seat-to-floor height is changed, the POSITION wheelchair is converted from the standard to the Use the TOP reversed position or vice versa. NEVER use the THREE (3) TOP TWO (2)

  • Page 55: Tprocedure 8 - Seat-To-Floor

    Caster Fork, and Headtube Position for 17-1/2 - inch Seat-to-Floor Height-Long Frame REVERSED POSITION WARNING This procedure must be performed by an au- thorized Invacare dealer or qualified technician. After adjustments and before use make sure all attaching hardware is securely tightened. Seat Seat...

  • Page 56: Large Wheel, Caster Size, Axle Plate Position, And Caster Fork For 10-3/4 Inch, Seat-To-Floor Height-Short Frame

    PROCEDURE 8 SEAT-TO-FLOOR LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE, AXLE PLATE POSITION, AND CASTER FORK FOR 10-3/4 - INCH SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT-SHORT FRAME NOTE: Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate to + 1/2 inch. STANDARD POSITION REVERSED POSITION 16-inch wheel, 3-inch caster 16-inch wheel, 3-inch caster NON - MINI TILT AXLE NON - MINI TILT AXLE 3-INCH...
  • Page 57 SEAT-TO-FLOOR PROCEDURE 8 LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE , AXLE PLATE POSITION, AND CASTER FORK FOR 11-3/4 - INCH SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT-SHORT FRAME NOTE: Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate to + 1/2 inch. STANDARD POSITION REVERSED POSITION 16-inch wheel, 3-inch caster 16-inch wheel, 3-inch caster MINI TILT AXLE PLATE MINI TILT AXLE PLATE 3-INCH FORK...

  • Page 58: Large Wheel, Caster Size, Axle Plate Position, And Caster Fork For 12-3/4 Inch, Seat-To-Floor Height-Short Frame

    PROCEDURE 8 SEAT-TO-FLOOR LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE, AXLE PLATE POSITION, AND CASTER FORK FOR 12-3/4 - INCH SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT-SHORT FRAME NOTE: Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate to + 1/2-inch. REVERSED POSITION STANDARD POSITION 16-inch wheel, 3-inch caster 16-inch wheel, 3-inch caster 3-INCH FORK MINI TILT AXLE PLATE 3-INCH FORK...

  • Page 59: Large Wheel, Caster Size, Axle Plate Position, And Caster Fork For 13-3/4 Inch, Seat-To-Floor Height-Short Frame

    SEAT-TO-FLOOR PROCEDURE 8 LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE, AXLE PLATE POSITION, AND CASTER FORK FOR 13-3/4 - INCH SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT-SHORT FRAME NOTE: Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate to + 1/2-inch. STANDARD POSITION REVERSED POSITION 18-inch wheel, 5-inch caster 18-inch wheel, 5-inch caster MINI TILT AXLE MINI TILT AXLE 3-INCH FORK...

  • Page 60: Height-Long Frame

    PROCEDURE 8 SEAT-TO-FLOOR LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE, AXLE PLATE POSITION, AND CASTER FORK FOR 13-3/4 - INCH SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT- LONG FRAME NOTE: Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate to + 1/2-inch. STANDARD POSITION REVERSED POSITION NOTE: S18-inch wheel, 3-inch caster 18-inch wheel, 3-inch caster NON - MINI TILT 3-INCH FORK HEAD...

  • Page 61: Inch, Seat-To-Floor Height-Long Frame

    SEAT-TO-FLOOR PROCEDURE 8 LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE, AXLE PLATE POSITION, CASTER FORK, AND HEADTUBE POSITION FOR 14-1/2 - INCH SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT-LONG FRAME NOTE: Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate to + 1/2-inch. STANDARD POSITION REVERSED POSITION 18-inch wheel, 3-inch caster 18-inch wheel, 3-inch caster MINI TILT AXLE 3-INCH FORK MINI TILT AXLE...

  • Page 62: Inch Seat-To-Floor Height-Long Frame

    PROCEDURE 8 SEAT-TO-FLOOR LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE, AXLE PLATE POSITION, CASTER FORK, AND HEADTUBE POSITION FOR 14-1/2 - INCH SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT-LONG FRAME NOTE: Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate to + 1/2-inch. STANDARD POSITION REVERSED POSITION 22-inch wheel, 3-inch caster 22-inch wheel, 3-inch caster NON - MINI TILT 3-INCH FORK HEAD...
  • Page 63 SEAT-TO-FLOOR PROCEDURE 8 LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE, AXLE PLATE POSITION, CASTER FORK, AND HEADTUBE POSITION FOR 15-1/2 - INCH SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT-LONG FRAME NOTE: Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate to + 1/2-inch. STANDARD POSITION REVERSED POSITION 20-inch wheel, 5-inch caster 20-inch wheel, 5-inch caster 3-INCH FORK NON-MINI TILT HEAD...

  • Page 64: Plate Position, Caster Fork

    PROCEDURE 8 SEAT-TO-FLOOR LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE, AXLE PLATE POSITION, CASTER FORK, AND HEADTUBE POSITION FOR 15-1/2 - INCH SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT-LONG FRAME NOTE: Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate to + 1/2 inch. STANDARD POSITION REVERSED POSITION 22-inch wheel, 5-inch caster 24-inch wheel, 3-inch caster 3-INCH FORK NON-MINI TILT 3-INCH...

  • Page 65: Inch Seat-To-Floor Height-Long Frame

    SEAT-TO-FLOOR PROCEDURE 8 LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE, AXLE PLATE POSITION, CASTER FORK, AND HEADTUBE POSITION FOR 16-1/2 - INCH SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT-LONG FRAME NOTE: Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate to + 1/2 inch. STANDARD POSITION REVERSED POSITION 20-inch wheel, 5-inch caster 20-inch wheel, 5-inch caster 3-INCH FORK MINI TILT AXLE 3-INCH FORK...
  • Page 66 PROCEDURE 8 SEAT-TO-FLOOR LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE, AXLE PLATE POSITION, CASTER FORK, AND HEADTUBE POSITION FOR 16-1/2 - INCH SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT-LONG FRAME NOTE: Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate to + 1/2 inch. STANDARD POSITION REVERSED POSITION 24-inch wheel, 6-inch caster 24-inch wheel, 3-inch caster AXLE PLATE 5-INCH FORK HEAD...

  • Page 67: Inch Seat-To-Floor Height-Long Frame

    SEAT-TO-FLOOR PROCEDURE 8 LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE, AXLE PLATE POSITION, CASTER FORK, AND HEADTUBE POSITION FOR 16-1/2 - INCH SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT-LONG FRAME NOTE: Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate to + 1/2 inch. STANDARD POSITION STANDARD POSITION 24-inch wheel, 5-inch caster 24-inch wheel, 6-inch caster NON-MINI TILT 5-INCH FORK MINI TILT AXLE...
  • Page 68 PROCEDURE 8 SEAT-TO-FLOOR LARGE WHEEL, CASTER SIZE , AXLE PLATE POSITION, CASTER FORK, AND HEADTUBE POSITION FOR 17-1/2 - INCH SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT- LONG FRAME (CONTINUED) NOTE: Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate to + 1/2 inch. REVERSED POSITION STANDARD POSITION 22-inch wheel, 6-inch caster 22-inch wheel, 6-inch caster MINI TILT AXLE MINI TILT AXLE...

  • Page 69: Procedure 9 - Converting

    (PROCEDURE 3). Back Angle Using the above mounting positions directly Coved Washer Hex Bolts Bracket affect the center of gravity of the Comet and will cause the Comet to become unstable. FIGURE 1 - REMOVING THE BACK ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 70 PROCEDURE 9 CONVERTING Footrests SWING UNDER/NON-SWING UNDER FOOTBOARD. ONE-PIECE FOOTBOARD OR ARTICULATING 1. Remove the four (4) hex screws, washers and FOOTPLATES. coved washers that secure the top two (2) 1. Remove the four (4) socket screws that secure crossmembers to the wheelchair frame. the one-piece footboard or the articulating 2.

  • Page 71: Converting From The Standard Position To The Reversed Position Or Vice Versa-Mini Tilt

    7. Secure the seat guides on opposite end of wheel- Using the above mounting positions directly chair frame in the second hole position from the front. affect the center of gravity of the Comet and will cause the Comet to become unstable. 8. Remove mini-tilt crossmember.
  • Page 72 PROCEDURE 9 CONVERTING Front Hex Mounting STANDARD POSITION Screw Screw Washers Rear Hex Small/Large Screw Seat guide Coved washer Washers Screws Pivot Bracket Locknuts Seat/Back Assembly Rear Locknut Washers Crossmember Coved Vertical Spacers Upright Vertical Upright Vertical Upright Wheelchair Frame Mini-Tilt Crossmember REVERSED POSITION...

  • Page 73: Procedure 10 - Mini Tilt

    Cable ENGAGING THE MINI TILT Front Tab WARNING Jam Nut The Comet wheelchair MUST be operated by an Coupling Assistant when in any tilted position. ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable BEFORE using the Mini-Tilt. FIGURE 1 - ADJUSTING THE LOCK CYLINDER 1.
  • Page 74 NOTES NOTES...

  • Page 75: Limited Warranty

    This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state. With regard to the original purchaser/user only, Invacare warrants the frame to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a lifetime from date of purchase; all remaining components for one (1) year from date of purchase except upholstered materials, padded materials and tires/wheels.
  • Page 76 Invacare Corporation Canada One Invacare Way 5970 Chedworth Way Invacare is a registered trademark of Invacare Corporation. Elyria, Ohio USA Mississauga, Ontario © 1999 Invacare Corporation 44036-2125 L5R 3T9, Canada 800-333-6900 905-890-8838 Form No. 95-162 Part No. 1060078 Rev D (1) 11/99...

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