Invacare Tracer SX Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

Invacare Tracer SX Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

Tracer sx; tracer sx recliner; tracer titan; tracer dlx
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Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual
Tracer SX
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Tracer SX Recliner
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Tracer Titan
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Tracer DLX
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DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF
THE WHEELCHAIR.
USER: BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR, READ THIS
MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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  • Page 1 Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual Tracer SX Tracer SX Recliner Tracer Titan Tracer DLX DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THE WHEELCHAIR. USER: BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR, READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
  • Page 2 WARNING WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL IF APPLICABLE BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ............4 PROCEDURE 4 - REAR WHEELS ......23 REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS .. 23 SAFETY SUMMARY ..........5 ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE ..24 SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS ....7 REPLACING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM ....24 REPLACING/REPAIRING REAR SPECIFICATIONS ...........
  • Page 4: Special Notes

    THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. WHEELCAIR 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 5: Safety Summary

    NON-RECLINERS ONLY: Anti-tippers MUST BE attached at all times. Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are an option on this wheelchair (You may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.
  • Page 6 Replacement of a pneumatic tire or tube MUST be performed by a qualified technician. WEIGHT TRAINING Invacare DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. Invac- are 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 7: Safety/Handling Of Wheelchairs

    Virtually all activities which involve movement in the wheel- Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, chair have an effect on the center of gravity. Invacare rec- bend and transfer in and out of the wheelchair. These ommends using seat/chest positioning straps for additional movements will cause a change to the normal balance, safety while involved in activities that shift your weight.
  • Page 8 SAFETY/HANDLING REACHING, LEANING AND CENTER OF BENDING - FORWARD GRAVITY Position the front casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and engage wheel locks. 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.
  • Page 9 SAFETY/HANDLING TIPPING Tipping - Curbs: Method 1 - Wheelchair without Step Tubes WARNING This method requires two (2) assistants. The second DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. assistant should be positioned at the front of the wheel- chair lifting upward on a non-removable (non-detach- When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp able) part of the wheelchair frame when lifting the the back of the wheelchair on a non-removable (non-...
  • Page 10: Transferring To And From Other Seats

    Extreme caution is advised when it is neces- sary to move an occupied wheelchair up or NOTE: This activity may be performed independently down the stairs. Invacare recommends using provided you have adequate mobility and upper body two (2) assistants and making thorough prepa- strength.
  • Page 11: Folding And Unfolding The Wheelchair

    SAFETY/HANDLING FOLDING AND UNFOLDING THE Recliner Models WHEELCHAIR FOLDING. 1. Push in detent pin on one side of spreader bar. WARNING 2. While holding spreader bar, pull out handle until Keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts the release pin is out of the handle of the back to avoid injury.
  • Page 12: Specifications

    35-1/2 lbs. Weight *: 43 lbs. 45 lbs. Shipping Weight *: SX RECLINER ONLY NOTE: Information below is applies to the Tracer SX Recliner only. Refer to Tracer SX for complete specifications. Overall Width Overall Depth Seat-to-Floor Back Height Rear Axle...
  • Page 13 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: All specifications are approximate. TRACER DLX Overall Width: 24-1/2 or 26-1/2-inches Overall Depth (w/o riggings) **: 30-1/4-inches Seat Width: 16 or 18-inches Seat Depth: 16-inches Seat-to-Floor **: Adult: 19-1/2-inches Hemi: 17-1/2-inches Back Height: 16-inches (Fixed - Permanent) Arm Styles: Fixed - Desk / Full Length Fixed/Adjustable Height...
  • Page 14: Safety Inspection Checklist

    SAFETY INSPECTION CHECK LIST SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST NOTE: Every six (6) months take your wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair must be cared for just like any other vehicle.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING CHAIR CHAIR SLUGGISH CASTERS SQUEAKS LOOSENESS CHAIR SOLUTIONS VEERS VEERS TURN OR FLUTTERS IN CHAIR WHEELS RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE RATTLES If pneumatic, check tires for correct and equal pressure. Check for loose stem nuts and bolts. Check that both casters contact the ground at the same time.
  • Page 16: Procedure 1 - Front Riggings

    PROCEDURE 1 FRONT RIGGINGS SWINGAWAY FOOTREST HEIGHT This Procedure includes the following: ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 2) Swingaway Footrest Assembly Installation Swingaway Footrest Height Adjustment NOTE: Release the footrest locking mechanism and lift the footrest off of the hinge pins. Lay the assembly Heel Loop Replacement on a flat surface to simplify this procedure.
  • Page 17: Elevating Legrest Assembly Installation

    FRONT RIGGINGS PROCEDURE 1 6. To release the legrest, push the legrest release Phillips Screw Bolt and Locknut handle toward the inside of the wheelchair (facing the front of the wheelchair) and swing Spacer the legrest assembly to the outside of the wheel- Heel Loop chair.
  • Page 18: Procedure 2 - Arms

    ARMS PROCEDURE 2 Whelchairs Equipped With Height Adjustment This Procedure Includes the Following: Knobs (FIGURE 2) Adjusting Armrest Height - Adjustable Height Arms Only WARNING Removing or Replacing Armrest Make sure the height adjustment knob is in the locked position before using the wheelchair. Using or Replacing Flip-back Armrest 1.
  • Page 19: Removing Or Replacing Armrest

    ARMS PROCEDURE 2 REMOVING OR REPLACING Replacing ARMREST (FIGURE 2) 1. Perform STEPS 1-2 above to flip the armrest back. 2. Remove hex head screw, washer, spacer and lock- WARNING nut securing the EXISTING armrest and insert to the Make sure the armrest is securely locked BEFORE wheelchair frame.
  • Page 20: Procedure 3 - Seat And Back

    PROCEDURE 3 SEAT AND BACK REPLACING THE SLIP-ON BACK This Procedure Includes the Following: UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 2) Assembling The Back to the Wheelchair Replacing the Slip-on Back Upholstery 1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws and washers that secure the existing back upholstery to the back canes. Replacing the Screw-on Back Upholstery 2.
  • Page 21: Replacing Seat Upholstery

    SEAT AND BACK PROCEDURE 3 5. Install the new seat upholstery onto the wheelchair. Back Upholstery Make sure to line up the mounting holes in the seat Washers extension tubes and seat extension spacers with the new seat upholstery. Refer to REPLACING THE SEAT UPHOLSTERY in this section of the manual.
  • Page 22 AFTER MARCH 13, 2000) - STERY in this section of the manual. a. Assemble the two (2) NEW crossbraces together. Refer to FIGURE 6 for hardware orientation. TRACER TITAN, TRACER SX, TRACER SX RECLINER and TRACER DLX (BUILT AFTER MARCH 13, 2000) Wheelchair Frame...
  • Page 23: Procedure 4 - Rear Wheels

    Permanent Axles (FIGURE 1) Keep locking pins clean. 1. Remove the dust cap, hex screw, spacer and Invacare recommends inserting quick-release locknut that secure the rear wheel to the wheel- axles with the head end to the inside of the chair.
  • Page 24: Adjusting The Quick-Release Axle

    PROCEDURE 4 REAR WHEELS ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE REPLACING REAR WHEEL AXLE (FIGURE 3) HANDRIM (FIGURE 4) 1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. NOTE: Quick Release Axles are available on Non-Re- cliner wheelchairs ONLY. 2. Remove the button screws and washers that se- cure the handrim to the rear wheel.
  • Page 25: Procedure 5 - Front Casters

    FRONT CASTERS PROCEDURE 5 8. Test wheelchair for maneuverability. This Procedure Includes the Following: 9. Readjust locknuts if necessary, and repeat STEPS Installing/Replacing Six or Eight-inch Front 7-8 until correct. Casters and Forks 10. Snap dust cover over the locknut and stem. Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire/Tube Front Caster Mounting Adjustments REPLACING/REPAIRING FRONT...
  • Page 26: Wheel Locks

    PROCEDURE 6 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Top Position Bottom Position This Procedure Includes the Following: (NON-RECLINER) (RECLINER) Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers Wheel Lock Adjustment WARNING Anti-tipper Length After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE- FIGURE 1 - ANTI-TIPPER LENGTH FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage 1.
  • Page 27: Wheel Lock Adjustment

    ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS PROCEDURE 6 WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT 8. If 5/32 and 5/16-inches measurement can not be achieved, remove the bolt and locknut that secure (FIGURE 4) the wheel lock to the wheelchair and mount the wheel lock in one (1) of two (2) mounting posi- NOTE: Before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock as- tions.
  • Page 28: Procedure 7 - Seat-To-Floor Height

    PROCEDURE 4 (RECLINER FRAME STYLE): height of the anti-tippers must be adjusted as well. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following proce- WHEELS in PROCEDURE 8 of this manual. dure be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified 6.
  • Page 29 SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT PROCEDURE 7 WARNING TRACER SX RECLINER ONLY: Mount the rear wheels in the Rear Wheel Offset Bracket ONLY. NEVER reposition the rear wheels to the forward position, stability of the wheelchair will decrease, and injury or damage may result.
  • Page 30: Procedure 8 - Recliner

    9. To return the back to the full upright position, reverse Ensure the spreader bar is attached and se- the STEPS 6-9 keeping in mind proper body me- cured BEFORE using the Tracer SX Recliner. chanics. Make sure both back canes are at the same angle BEFORE releasing the handles of the recline mechanisms.
  • Page 31: Replacing The Headrest Pillow

    RECLINER PROCEDURE 8 UPRIGHT POSITION Headrest Upholstery Handle Strap Fastening Strips Release Levers Wheelchair Headrest Strap Pillow Level Surface FIGURE 2 - REPLACING THE HEADREST PILLOW REPLACING THE HEADREST/BACK RECLINED POSITION UPHOLSTERY Wheelchair Headrest Upholstery (FIGURE 3) 1. Remove the headrest pillow. Refer to REPLAC- ING THE HEADREST PILLOW in this procedure Release of the manual.
  • Page 32: Removing/Installing The Spreader Bar

    PROCEDURE 8 RECLINER REMOVING/INSTALLING THE NOTE: To remove and install the bottom two (2) mount- ing screws of the back upholstery the wheelchair must SPREADER BAR (FIGURE 4) be partially folded. Refer to FOLDING AND UNFOLD- ING THE WHEELCHAIR in the SAFETY/HANDLING WARNING section of this manual.
  • Page 33: Removing/Installing The Rear Wheels

    Positions Positions WARNING (DO NOT USE) TRACER SX RECLINER ONLY: Mount the rear wheels in the Rear Wheel Offset Bracket ONLY. NEVER reposition the rear wheels to the forward position, stability of the wheelchair will de- crease, and injury or damage may result.
  • Page 34: Procedure 9 - Options

    PROCEDURE 9 OPTIONS INSTALLING THE AMPUTEE This Procedure Includes the Following: BRACKET (FIGURE 1) Installing the Amputee Bracket Installing the Seat Positioning Strap 1. Refer to the following chart or FIGURE 1 to deter- mine the mounting position of the amputee bracket: Installing the Crutch and Cane Carrier 2.
  • Page 35: Installing The Seat Positioning Strap

    OPTIONS PROCEDURE 9 INSTALLING THE SEAT INSTALLING THE CRUTCH AND POSITIONING STRAP (FIGURE 2) CANE CARRIER (FIGURE 3) WARNING Safety and Maintenance ALWAYS wear your SEAT POSITIONING STRAP. Inasmuch as the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is an 1. Check base weekly to secure proper placement. option on this wheelchair (You may order with 2.
  • Page 36: 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 its product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase. With regard to the original purchaser/user only, Invacare warrants the side...

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