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  • Page 1: User Manual

    ® User Manual ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
  • Page 2 © 2011 Invacare Corporation. All rights reserved. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Trademarks are identified by ™ and ®. All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    A Note to Wheelchair Assistants........................................20 Tipping ..................................................21 Stairways ................................................22 Escalators ................................................24 Transferring To and From Other Seats......................................24 SAFETY INSPECTION Safety Inspection Checklist ..........................................25 Troubleshooting..............................................28 Maintenance ................................................28 ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 4 Changing Wheel Lock Handle Position ......................................64 Converting Wheel Lock From Push-to-Lock to Pull-to-Lock or Pull-to-Lock to Push-to-Lock ..................65 11 WHEELS Removing/Installing Rear Wheels........................................66 Adjusting Quick-Release Axles......................................... 67 ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 5 Removing/Installing the Fork Assembly ......................................83 Repositioning the Front Caster Housings...................................... 85 Caster Housing Angle Adjustment ........................................86 13 ANTI-TIPPER Adjusting/Replacing Anti-tipper ........................................89 Reversing Anti-tipper Bracket Orientation ....................................93 ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 6: General

    Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage or minor injury or both. IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided. Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, trouble-free use.  ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 7: Limited Warranty

    This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state. Invacare warrants the Reveal frame to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser for the 5 years from the date of purchase.

  • Page 8: Safety

    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 9 Wheelchair Tie Down Restraints Invacare recommends that wheelchair users not be transported in vehicles of any kind while in wheelchairs. As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in a moving vehicle of any type.

  • Page 10: Operating Information

    DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair. ALWAYS keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 11: 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 and the warranty is void.

  • Page 12: Overview

    REFER TO O W N ER’S MAN UAL P/N 1111013 Detent balls should extend beyond the diameter of the WARNING axle bushing for a positive lock. Keep detent balls clean. P/N 1026960 Rev D ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 13: Component Identification

    3 OVERVIEW Component Identification Back Upholstery Seat Rear Wheel Upholstery Rear Wheel Wheelchair Frame Axle Front Caster Assembly Handrim Wheel Lock ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 14: Typical Product Parameters

    Lock Down, Folding (Standard) BACK STYLE: BACK HEIGHT 8 to 11, 10 to 14, 12 to 16, 14 to 18, or 16 to 20 inches BACK ANGLE -8°, -4°, 0°, +4°, +8° FOLDING: ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 15 Pull/Push to Lock (Standard) or Hideaway Undermount Lock, Hill Holders (Optional) FRONT FORKS: Non-Suspension (Standard), One Sided (Optional) CASTERS 4, 5 or 6 inch CASTER SIZE: Semi-pneumatic (Standard), Soft Roll or Lighted (Optional) CASTER TYPE: ANTI-TIPPERS: Optional ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 16  *16 x 16 w/ Spinergy wheels, Primo hi-pressure tires, screw - on seat upholstery, mesh back upholstery w/ adjustable tension & 4” semi-pneumatic casters are included in the weight. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 17: Safety/Handling Of Wheelchairs

    Use this information only as a “basic” guide. The techniques that are discussed on the following pages have been used successfully by many. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described in this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for him/her in overcoming architectural obstacles that they may encounter, however, ALL WARNINGS and CAUTIONS given in this manual MUST be followed.
  • Page 18 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 positioning straps for additional safety while involved in activities that shift your weight.
  • Page 19 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. Position the front casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and engage wheel locks. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 20: Coping With Everyday Obstacles

    Do not attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 21: Tipping

    Tipping - Curbs WARNING Invacare does not recommend that sport wheelchairs be used where traversing curbs present an obstacle. Possible injury to occupant and/or assistant(s) can occur. Transfer to an everyday use wheelchair is recommended if any such obstacles may be encountered.

  • Page 22: Stairways

    Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an occupied or unoccupied 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. Make sure to use only secure, non-detachable parts for hand-held supports.
  • Page 23 The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been rolled away from the stairway. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 24: Escalators

    Engage wheel locks. Shift body weight into seat with transfer. During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all possible. FIGURE 5 Transferring To and From Other Seats ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 25: Safety Inspection

    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. ❑ Ensure hand grips (if equipped) are not loose. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 26 Ensure quick/quad release axles lock properly. ❑ Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling. ❑ Inspect spokes for bent or broken spokes. ❑ Ensure All spokes uniformly tight. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 27 Ensure camber bar mounting clamps are securely tightened. ❑ Ensure no excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun. ❑ Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling. ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting SOLUTIONS Check tires for correct and equal pressure. Check for loose fork stem nuts. Check spokes and nipples. Check that both casters contact the ground at the same time. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    67 or Adjusting Quad-Release Handles on page 68. WARNING DO NOT use WD-40®, 3-in-1 oil®, or other penetrating lubricants on quick-release axles or camber inserts. Otherwise, binding and/or damage to the wheelchair may occur. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 30 Invacare recommends that rear wheel tire/tube and caster tire/tube be replaced every five years. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels. If loose, have them adjusted. Contact a qualified technician or Invacare customer support at the telephone numbers on the back of this manual. Replace wheels if spokes are broken.
  • Page 31 Replacement of rear wheel tube must be performed by a qualified technician. CAUTION Changing the size of the rear wheels can affect the performance of the wheelchair. Contact Invacare at the numbers on the back cover BEFORE performing this procedure.

  • Page 32: Footrest

    Remove the two mounting screws and locknuts that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame. Adjust footrest to desired height. Reinstall the two mounting screws to secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 33: Replacing/Adjusting Optional Adjustable Angle Footrest

    Replacing/Adjusting Optional Adjustable Angle Footrest  For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2 on page 35. Replacing the Footrest Remove the two mounting screws and locknuts that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 34: Adjusting Footplate Angle

    Observe the angle of footplate for reinstallation. Be sure footplate and clamp are centered in the width of the chair. Move the footplate to one of two mounting positions to accommodate the user. Using the two clamp screws and locknuts, secure the footplate to the footrest tubes and clamp. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 35 Screw Mounting Mounting Screw Screw Mounting Mounting Screw Screw Footplate Clamp Angle Footrest Clamp Tube Screw Locknuts Height Clamp (Not Shown) Locknut (Not Shown) FIGURE 2 Replacing/Adjusting Optional Adjustable Angle Footrest ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 36: Arms

    Plunger pin is spring loaded and can be projectile. Use caution when removing, otherwise injury may occur. Remove the plunger pin from the back stop insert. Perform STEPS 2-3 on remaining back stop insert. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 37 Tighten securely (FIGURE 3). Screw Perform STEP 8 for remaining back stop insert weldment/armrest socket. FIGURE 2 Remove Back Stop Insert ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 38 Back Stop Insert Washers Washers Weldment Mounting Back Stop Insert Weldment Armrest Screws Locknut Socket Washers Washers Left Side Armrest Socket Armrest Socket FIGURE 3 Assemble Back Stop Insert and Arm Socket ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 39 12. Install rear seat upholstery mounting screw. DO NOT tighten. Back Stop Insert/Arm Rear Seat Upholstery Mounting Screw Socket Assembly Short Mounting Screw FIGURE 4 Install Back Stop Insert/Arm Socket Assembly ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 40 15. Repeat STEPS 10-14 for remaining back stop insert. Plunger Pin Back Stop Insert Split Ring Back Release Cord FIGURE 5 Connect Back Release Cord 16. Install the back. Refer to Removing/Installing the Back Frame on page 59. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 41: Installing/Removing/Adjusting The Swingaway Padded Armrest

    Reinstall the swing away padded armrest into the arm socket. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite side, if necessary. Three Mounting Positions Mounting Bolt FIGURE 6 Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Swingaway Padded Armrest ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 42: Removing/Installing And Adjusting T-Arms

    Reinstall the height adjustment screw and locknut in one of the three height adjustment holes on the t-arm of the armrest. Secure tightly. Reinstall the T-arm. Refer to Removing/Installing T-Arms on page 42. FIGURE 7 Adjusting T-Arm Height ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 43: Back

    The back should have a small amount of movement when locked in the open position. Plunger pins should snap in and release easily without resistance. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 44 Back Release Cord Back Release Seat Seat Cord DETAIL “C” Back (Shown in Folded Position) Back Cane Mounting Bracket Adjustment Square Locking Holes for Plunger Pin FIGURE 1 Unfolding/Folding the Back ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 45: Back Angle Adjustment

    Position the adjustment square in the recess of the back plate with the hole located aligned with a number (FIGURE 3). Secure the adjustment square to the back angle plate with the mounting screw. Tighten securely. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 46 11. Completely tighten jam nut up against bottom of back cane (Detail “D”). When adjusted properly, the back should have a small amount of movement when locked in the open position. Plunger pins  should snap in and release easily without resistance. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 47 DETAIL Jam Nut “C” Adjustment Placement Square Back Angle Screw Plate Seat Rail Back angle plate, mounting screw and  adjustment square are removed for clarity. FIGURE 2 Back Angle Adjustment ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 48 -4° Back Cane Hole in adjustment square will align with 4- when installed in 79° this orientation Back Angle Plate Seat Rail FIGURE 3 Back Angle Adjustment - Adjustment Square Position ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 49 +4° Back Cane Hole in adjustment square will align with 4+ when installed in 87° this orientation Back Angle Plate Seat Rail FIGURE 4 Back Angle Adjustment - Adjustment Square Position ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 50: Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery

    The third is a sacral support depending upon how far or tight the flap is pulled under the seat cushion. • The adjuster fastening straps can be adjusted at various levels of tension to accommodate individual end-users. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 51 Lift back upholstery cover up and flip over toward front of wheelchair Tighten or loosen the adjuster fastening straps. Adjuster Straps FIGURE 6 Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery - Adjusting the Back Tension ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 52 Install lumbar strap (Details “D” and “E”). Install lower mounting screw, coved spacer, washer and locknut onto each back cane (Detail “E”). Tighten the top and bottom mounting screws (Detail “E”). ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 53 Install back upholstery cover onto the adjustable tension back ensuring the fastening strips on the back upholstery cover are aligned with the fastening strips of the adjustable tension back and seat (Detail “F”). ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 54 Fastening Strips located underneath DETAIL Back Canes “D” DETAIL “C” Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery Lumbar Strap FIGURE 7 Removing/Installing the Back Upholstery Cover, Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery and Lumbar Strap ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 55 Back Upholstery Cover Fastening Strips located in Lumbar between the back Strap upholstery cover and the seat upholstery FIGURE 8 Removing/Installing the Back Upholstery Cover, Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery and Lumbar Strap ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 56: Removing/Installing Foldover Back Upholstery

    Fold the top of the back upholstery down over the back canes towards the front of the wheelchair. FIGURE 9 Removing/Installing Foldover Back Upholstery Press firmly to secure the fastening strips. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 57: Back Height Adjustment

    Reinstall the back upholstery cover and adjustable tension back upholstery. Refer to Removing/Installing the Back Upholstery Cover, Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery and Lumbar Strap on page 52. Check the tautness of the back. Refer to Adjusting the Back Tension on page 51. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 58 8 BACK Hole Number Back Cane Insert Adjustment Pin Back Cane FIGURE 10 Back Height Adjustment ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 59: Removing/Installing The Back Frame

    Repeat STEPS 17 - 18 for remaining back angle plate. Unfold back to upright position. Refer to Unfolding/Folding the FIGURE 11 Removing/Installing the Back Frame Back on page 43. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 60: Seat

    For 15 to 16 depth, use 12 mounting screws seat upholstery • For 17 to 19 depth, use 14 mountings screws • For 19 to 20 depth, use 16 mounting screws FIGURE 1 Replacing Seat Upholstery ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 61: Changing Seat Angle/Changing Rear Seat Height

    Repeat STEP 7 for remaining camber tube clamp. Tighten securely. Install rear wheels. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 66. 10. Unfold back. Refer to Unfolding/Folding the Back on page 43. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 62: Height Adjustment

    9 SEAT Bottom View Height Adjustment Height Adjustment Bar Height Adjustment Camber Tube Clamp Locknut Assembly Mounting Screw Wheelchair Mounting Frame Holes FIGURE 2 Changing Seat Angle/Changing Rear Seat Height ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 63: Wheel Locks

    3/16-inch (1/8-inch for urethane wheels) measurement is obtained for correct wheel lock adjustment. Securely tighten the two mounting screw(s). Engage the wheel locks and push against the wheelchair and determine if the wheel locks engage the tires enough to hold the wheelchair. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 64: Changing Wheel Lock Handle Position

    Mounting Screw Mounting Screw Securely tighten the front and rear handle mounting screws and and Locknut locknuts. Repeat STEPS 1-5 on remaining wheel lock handle. FIGURE 2 Changing Wheel Lock Handle Position ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 65: Converting Wheel Lock From Push-To-Lock To Pull-To-Lock Or Pull-To-Lock To Push-To-Lock

    WHEEL LOCK IN WHEEL LOCK IN Handle Wheel Lock PULL-TO-LOCK PUSH-TO-LOCK Handle CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION Set Screw (in Lower Stop Position) FIGURE 3 Converting Wheel Lock From Push-to-Lock to Pull-to-Lock or Pull-to-Lock to Push-to-Lock ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 66: Wheels

    11.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels CAUTION Changing the size of the rear wheels can affect the performance of the wheelchair. Contact Invacare at the telephone numbers on the back of this manual before changing rear wheel size. ...

  • Page 67: Adjusting Quick-Release Axles

    Increase or decrease end play by adjusting the locknut on the end of the quick-release axle. Locking Reinstall rear wheel onto the wheelchair. Refer to Pins Detent Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 66. Quick-Release Axle Wheel FIGURE 2 Adjusting Quick-Release Axles ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 68: Replacing Quad-Release Axles

    If the quad-release handle is not releasing the locking pins completely, rotate the quad-release handle approximately one-quarter turn clockwise. • If the quad-release handle hits the spokes of the rear wheel when assembled, rotate the quad-release handle approximately one-quarter turn counterclockwise. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 69 With the rear wheel and quad-release axle still mounted onto the wheelchair, make the following adjustment: • Tighten the length adjusting screw until there is no in and out movement of the quad-release axle and rear wheel. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 70: Handrim Replacement

    Inflate tire to correct psi rating on the sidewall of tire. Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 66. Locknut Repeat STEPS 1-7 for opposite rear wheel if necessary. FIGURE 5 Handrim Replacement ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 71: Adjusting Wheelbase Length [Adjusting Center Of Gravity (Cog)]

    Rear Wheel Measure the distance between the center of the front caster and the center of the rear wheel to determine the wheelbase length. Front Caster Wheelbase Length FIGURE 6 Wheelbase Length ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 72 Slide height adjustment bars forward or back to the desire mounting location on the frame. Secure the height adjustment bars to the frame with two mounting screws and locknuts. Tighten securely. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 73 11 WHEELS Mounting Screws Locknuts Frame Height Adjustment Bar Mounting Screws Height Adjustment Bar FIGURE 7 Moving the height adjustment bar forward or back on the frame. ‘ ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 74: Adjusting Wheelbase Width

    Axle Bushing may be affected. Axle Nut Repeat STEPS 2-4 for the opposite axle bushing. Install the rear wheels. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels FIGURE 8 Adjusting Wheelbase Width on page 66 ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 75: Removing/Installing The Camber Tube

    (Detail “A”). Installing the camber tube in any other orientation will directly impact the angle of the rear wheel. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 76 Clamp EACH CAMBER TUBE 3 ° angle 0° angle Camber Tube Axle Clamp Bushing Camber Tube Clamp Camber Tube Camber Tube Socket Head Clamp Screw FIGURE 9 Removing/Installing the Camber Tube ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 77: Adjusting The Camber Tube

    Securely tighten the socket screw in the camber tube clamps (Detail Ground/ “A”). Floor Determine the toe in/toe out of the wheelchair. Refer to Determining/Setting Toe In/Toe Out on page 78. FIGURE 10 Adjusting the Camber Tube ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 78: Determining/Setting Toe In/Toe Out

    -inch, correct the toe-in/toe-out condition by performing the following: Loosen both mounting socket head clamp screws (FIGURE 9). Rotate the camber tube until front and rear measurement are within -inch (FIGURE 9). Securely tighten both socket head clamp screws (FIGURE 9). ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 79 Front of Wheel Center Line Wheelchair Top View of Top View of Wheelchair Wheelchair Smaller than Front Measure Here Larger than Front Centerlines of Rear Wheels FIGURE 11 Determining/Setting Toe In/Toe Out ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 80: Caster

    One Sided Fork (Detail “B”) No tension adjustment can be performed on this fork. Test wheelchair for maneuverability. If necessary, repeat STEPS 1-2 to adjust locknuts until tension is correct for both forks. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 81 12 CASTER DETAIL “A” DETAIL “B” - ONE STANDARD FORK SIDED FORK Fork Locknut Caster FIGURE 1 Adjusting Fork Tension ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 82: Removing/Installing/Repositioning The Caster Assemblies

    Remove the caster from the fork. FIGURE 2 Removing/Installing/Repositioning the Caster Assemblies Installing Front Caster - Standard Forks Using the mounting bolt, axle spacers and locknut, secure the caster to the desired caster mounting position. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 83: Removing/Installing The Fork Assembly

    Standard Forks - Remove locknut securing the fork and fork spacer from the fork stem (Detail “A”). • One Sided Fork (Detail “B”) - Unscrew fork stem from head tube. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 84: Installing Fork Assembly

    Caster Housing STANDARD FORK Fork Stem This side is top and must face up Fork Stem DETAIL “B” - ONE SIDED FORK Locknut Fork (Hidden) FIGURE 4 Removing/Installing the Fork Assembly ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 85: Repositioning The Front Caster Housings

    Install the bottom mounting screw and washer through the front frame and into the square adjustment nut. Loosely tighten. Ensure the caster headtube is perpendicular (90°) to the ground/floor. Refer to Caster Housing Angle Adjustment on page 86. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...

  • Page 86: Caster Housing Angle Adjustment

    Small Angle Adjustments If necessary, loosen the top mounting screw (Detail “A”). Position a large right triangle or “L” square on the ground/floor and against the caster fork (Detail “C”). ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 87 If necessary, rotate the round adjustment nut clockwise/counterclockwise until edge of fork is flush with “L” square and is 90° to ground/floor (Detail “B”). Tighten the top and bottom mounting screws securely (Detail ”A”). ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 88 The square adjustment  nut can’t be positioned as shown because of DETAIL “D” interference between the adjustment nut and top of caster fork. Interference occurs here. FIGURE 6 Caster Housing Angle Adjustment ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 89: Anti-Tipper

    Anti-tippers MUST be attached at all times. Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are an option on this wheelchair (you may order it with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.
  • Page 90 Press in the lock button on the anti-tipper bar and install the anti-tipper wheel assembly onto the new anti-tipper bar. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the opposite anti-tipper. Measure the distance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground floor. ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 91 Anti Tipper Wheel Top Adjustment Hole Assembly Release Buttons DETAIL “A” - ANTI-TIPPER Anti-Tipper Bar ADJUSTMENT HOLES Lock Buttons Anti-Tipper Ground/ Floor 1-1/2 to 2 inch Clearance FIGURE 1 Adjusting/Replacing Anti-tipper ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 92 Lock Buttons Anti-Tipper Camber Mounting Clamp Hole Nut and Camber (Hidden) Spacer Clamp Mounting (Hidden) Hole Camber Clamp Anti-Tipper bracket Anti-Tipper Mounting Screw Camber Clamp Bracket Mounting Screw FIGURE 2 Adjusting/Replacing Anti-tipper ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...

  • Page 93: Reversing Anti-Tipper Bracket Orientation

    Install anti-tipper brackets onto opposite side of camber tube. Reverse procedure. Tighten fasteners securely. Install camber tube. Refer to Removing/Installing the Camber Tube on page 75. Install anti-tippers and adjust height. Refer to Adjusting/Replacing Anti-tipper on page 89. ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 94 Camber Mounting Clamp Hole Nut and Camber (Hidden) Spacer Clamp Mounting (Hidden) Hole Camber Clamp Anti-Tipper bracket Anti-Tipper Mounting Screw Camber Clamp Bracket Mounting Screw FIGURE 3 Reversing Anti-tipper Bracket Orientation ® ™ Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair Part No 1171880...
  • Page 95 NOTES NOTES ® ™ Part No 1171880 Invacare Top End Reveal Wheelchair...
  • Page 96 Invacare Corporation Canada One Invacare Way 570 Matheson Blvd E Elyria, Ohio USA Unit 8 44036-2125 Mississauga Ontario 800-333-6900 L4Z 4G4 Canada 800-668-5324 Part No 1171880 Rev A - 10/11 www.invacare.com...

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