Invacare Solara Spree GT Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual page 77

Before using ANY recline position of this wheelchair, make sure the rear wheels are
in the MOST REARWARD position to maintain the stability of the wheelchair. DO
NOT change the handling/maneuverability of the wheelchair by moving the rear
wheels to any of the forward positions. Moving the rear wheels to any of the forward
positions will change the center of gravity of the wheelchair, making the wheelchair
less stable.
ALWAYS return the back to the upright position before lifting the wheelchair.
Make sure occupant's hands and body are clear of all pinch points before reclining
back. Pinch points exist between spreader bar and gas cylinders. Use caution,
otherwise injury may occur.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 13.1.
1. Make sure the wheelchair is on a level surface.
2. Engage the wheel locks.
3. Inform the occupant of the wheelchair that the wheelchair is about to be reclined.
4. Make sure occupant's hands and body are clear of all pinch points.
5. Stand behind the wheelchair and grasp the adjustable angle stroller handle firmly.
6. Pull up on the trigger release levers to
release the gas cylinders.
7. Slowly, squeeze the trigger release
levers and perform one of the
following:
• Reclining - Allow the back to recline
to the desired angle.
• Returning to upright position - Pull
up and push the stroller handle
towards the front of the wheelchair
until the back is in the upright
position.
8. When the back reaches desired angle,
slowly release the handles of the
recliner cable assemblies.
9. Disengage the wheel locks.
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SECTION 13—RECLINER BACK OPTION
Trigger Release
Lever
FIGURE 13.1 Recliner Operation
Back
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Solara /Spree GT