Section 11-Recliner; Recliner Operation - Invacare Tracer SX5 Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 11—RECLINER
SECTION 11—RECLINER
After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching
hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.

Recliner Operation

ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable in the full reclined (back at 180°)
position and the full upright (back at 90°) position BEFORE using the recliner
option.
Anti-tippers MUST BE attached at all times.
ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (reverse recline) the
wheelchair.
Make sure spring buttons of the spreader bar fully protrude out through the hole in
the handle before using the wheelchair.
Make sure both back canes are at the same angle before releasing the handles of the
recline mechanisms.
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.
Before using the recliner option, the anti-tippers must be installed and properly
adjusted. Refer to Installing/Adjusting the Anti-tippers in Section 8 of this manual.
Always return the back to the upright position before lifting the wheelchair.
TO HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS:
The Tracer SX5 Recliner wheelchair MUST be operated by a healthcare
professional or assistant when in any reclined position.
Make sure the patient is properly positioned in the wheelchair before reclining or
inclining (reverse recline) to maintain maximum stability and safety.
Assistants MUST be prepared to support the weight of the occupant when reclining,
or returning the occupant of the wheelchair to the full upright position. Make sure
to use proper body mechanics (use your legs) or seek assistance if necessary to
avoid injury.
ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (reverse recline) the
wheelchair.
Make sure occupant's and bystanders' hands and body are clear of all pinch points
before reclining back. Use caution, otherwise injury may occur.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 11.1 on page 53.
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