Operation; Operating The Racing Chair - Invacare Top End Eliminator User Manual

Invacare® Top End®

6 Operation

6.1 Operating the Racing Chair

1. Transfer into the racing wheelchair.
2. Check and adjust the upholstery if necessary.
3. Check Brakes.
• Check cable for signs of wear or fraying.
• Squeeze the brake lever firmly and check for proper
brake function.
• Adjust for pad wear if necessary.
• Check pads for wear and replace if necessary.
4. Place at least one hand on the pushrim(s). Rotate the
pushrim forward (toward the front) to propel the racing
chair forward.
Operating the Track Control
Right Side of Chair
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Fig. 6-1
• Straight - If you push the track control J on the right
side of the chair toward the frame so that the thumb
screw K hard stops against the frame, this will make it
so that the chair travels in a straight line.
Left Side of Chair
• Turn - If you push the track control J on the left side
of the chair toward the frame so that the thumb screw
K hard stops against the frame, this will make it so
that the chair travels in around curves.
Fig. 6-2
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