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Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual Xtra™ 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. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com...
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APPLICABLE). IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are available on www.invacare.com. Xtra™ Part No 1026793...
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Fold here Fold here Invacare Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing...
CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. 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.
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS OVERALL WIDTH (WITH 0º CAMBER) OPEN - Seat width plus approximately 8-1/2 inches CLOSED - approximately 12 inches OVERALL DEPTH Seat depth plus 14 inches (Without Front Riggings) SEAT WIDTH 14 to 22 inches SEAT DEPTH 14 to 22 inches REAR FRAME TYPE Square FRONT FRAME...
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product. DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as Owner’s Manuals, Service Manuals or Instruction Sheets supplied with this product or optional equipment.
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Repair and Service Information Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustments should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied. Operating Information To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified health professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair.
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ALWAYS use the handrims for self-propulsion. Inasmuch as the handrims are an option on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user. Xtra™...
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.
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.
Virtually all activities which involve movement in the wheelchair have an effect on the center of gravity. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for additional safety while involved in activities that shift your weight.
Tipping DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non-removable (non-detachable) part. Inform the wheelchair occupant before tipping the wheelchair and remind him/her to lean back. Be sure the occupant’s feet and hands are clear of all wheels.
Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an occupied 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 (2) assistants and making thorough preparations.
3. The second assistant, with a firm hold on a non-detachable part of the framework, lifts the wheelchair up and over the stair and steadies the wheelchair as the first assistant places one (1) foot on the next stair and repeats STEP 1. 4.
Percentage of Weight Distribution 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. The seat depth, seat dump, back angle, seating system, size/position of the rear wheels, size/position of the front casters, as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair.
Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward 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. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.6. Position the casters so that they are extended away from the drive wheels and engage wheel locks.
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/ TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Twice a year or every six (6) months, take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer 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.
As with any vehicle, the wheels/casters and tires should be checked periodically for cracks, flat spots and wear, and should be replaced. Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure.
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Inspect/Adjust Monthly 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. Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. Wheel locks do not interfere with tires when rolling.
Clean quick-release axles with a Teflon Ensure axles are free from dirt, lint, etc. Ensure roller bearings are free from dirt, lint, etc. Adjust wheel locks as tires wear. Clean and wax all parts. Troubleshooting Maintenance After adjustments and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is securely tightened, otherwise injury or damage may result.
Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Before using your Invacare Xtra wheelchair, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear and replace. Check all parts for proper adjustment. DO NOT use WD-40®, 3-in-1 oil®, or other penetrating lubricants on quick-release axles.
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result. Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Footrests Swingaway Front Frame NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.1. Installing/Removing NOTE: Remove the footrests from the wheelchair by reversing this procedure.
Installing/Removing Footrest Mounting Pin Footrest Release Lever FIGURE 4.1 Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Footrests - Swingaway Front Frame Adjusting 70° MFX and 90° Footrests NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.2. 1. Remove any accessories that are attached to the footrests. 2.
Installing Elevating Legrests NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.3. 1. Insert the pivot tube into the legrest support and secure it with the bolt and nut. 2. Place legrest on the outside of the wheelchair and insert the mounting pin into the mounting tube.
Adjusting Calfpads NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.5. 1. To adjust the calfpad, turn pad towards the outside of the wheelchair. 2. Slide the calfpad up or down until the desired position is obtained. 3. To secure the calfpad, turn the calfpad towards the inside of the wheelchair.
Adjusting Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplates When determining the angle of the footplates, make sure the rear of the footplates DO NOT interfere with the movement of the front casters. Otherwise, injury or damage may occur. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.7. Depth Adjustment 1.
Heel Loop Replacement NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.8. 1. Remove the hex screw and coved washer that secures the lower half of the footrest to the swingaway footrest assembly. 2. Remove the lower footrest assembly. 3. Remove the phillips screw and locknut that secure the heel loop to the footrest.
SECTION 5—BACK After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result. Adjusting the Back Height NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1. NOTE: There are four (4) height ranges of back canes available - 14-18-inches (10° bend and straight back canes), 10-14-inches (sportster without push handles), 12-16-inches (straight with push handles) and 20-inches (10°...
Adjusting the Back Angle NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.2. NOTE: This procedure applies to adjustable angle backs only. NOTE: The back adjusts to four (4) positions in five 5° degree increments from 0° to 15°. 1. Remove the two (2) back angle adjustment screws and locknuts. 2.
Installing/Removing the Chest Positioning Strap NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.3. 1. Remove the two (2) mounting screws and washers securing the back upholstery to the back cane. 2. Do one (1) of the following: A. To install the chest positioning strap, proceed to STEP 3.
Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products. 1. Ensure that the seating system is compatible with this wheelchair.
SECTION 6—SEAT After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result. Folding/Unfolding the Wheelchair DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open and the seat rails are fully seated into the seat clamps.
Replacing Seat Upholstery NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.2. 1. Remove the seat cushion, if necessary, from the wheelchair. 2. Remove the phillips screws that secure the existing seat upholstery to the seat frame. NOTE: The number of phillips screws will vary depending on the depth of the wheelchair.
Installing Clothing Guards NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.5. 1. Position the threaded and unthreaded half clamps on inside and outside of the wheelchair frame. NOTE: Make sure the threaded half clamp is on the outside of the wheelchair frame. 2.
SECTION 7—ARMS After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result. DO NOT attempt to lift or tilt a wheelchair by using any removable (detachable) parts.
Half Arm Locknuts Washers Hex Screw FIGURE 7.1 Installing the Half Arm Adjusting Half Arm Height NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.2. 1. Remove the half arm from the arm socket. 2. Remove the hex screw, two (2) washers and locknut mounted in the arm socket that determine the half arm height.
Using/Adjusting Dual Point Arms Make sure the locking mechanism is secured before using the wheelchair. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.3. Adjusting Armrest Height 1. Unlock the armrest by flipping the armrest release lever on the top front of the armrest to the UP (HORIZONTAL) position.
Replacing Dual Point Arm Pad/Clothing Guards NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.4. Replacing Arm Pad 1. Remove the phillips screws that secure the arm pad to the armrest assembly. 2. Replace arm pad and securely tighten with the existing phillips screws. Replacing Clothing Guards NOTE: This procedure is for fixed height dual point arms ONLY.
Removing T-Arms 1. Press in on the locking lever and lift the T-arm straight up and out of the T-arm socket. NOTE: If the T-arm does not slide up and down in the T-arm socket as desired, adjust the T-arm socket.
• Tighten - Tightening the set screws on the outside T-arm post will make it harder to move the inside T-arm post up and down. • Loosen - Loosening the set screws on the outside T-arm post will make it easier to move the inside T-arm post up and down.
Adjusting T-Arm Depth NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.8. 1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the arm pad to the arm tube. 2. Remove the two (2) socket screws that secure the arm tube to the T-arm post. 3.
Adjusting T-Arm Sockets NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.9. 1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair, if necessary. Refer to Removing/ Installing Rear Wheels on page 51. 2. Loosen, but do not remove the four (4) hex screws and washers that secure T-arm socket to T- arm clamp.
Adjusting T-Arm Transfer Assists and/or Side Guards NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.10. 1. Remove the T-arm from the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing T-Arms on page 45. 2. Remove the two (2) socket screws that secure the side guard to the bottom clamp. NOTE: Adjusting the side guards will directly affect the position of the transfer assist.
SECTION 8—WHEELS After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result. Repairing/Replacing Pneumatic Tire/Tube Replacement of a pneumatic tire or tube MUST be performed by a qualified technician.
Adjusting Quick-Release Axles on page 53 or Adjusting Quad-Release Handles on page 55. NOTE: During contact activities, Invacare recommends inserting quick-release axles with the head end to the inside of the wheelchair to prevent accidental release. Permanent Axles 1.
Adjusting Quick-Release Axles NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.2. 1. Remove rear wheel and quick/quad-release axle from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 51. 2. Depress detent pin in the quick-release axle and slide axle through the wheel hub. 3.
Installing Quad-Release Axles NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.3. 1. Remove rear wheel and the existing quick-release axle from the wheelchair. 2. Remove the existing quick-release axle from the rear wheel hub. 3. Insert the new quad-release axle through the rear wheel hub.
Adjusting Quad-Release Handles In and/or Out NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.4. 1. Remove rear wheel and the quad-release axle from the wheelchair. 2. Loosen the locking screw. 3. Make the following adjustments: A. If the quad-release handle is not releasing the locking pins completely, rotate the quad-release handle approximately one-quarter (1/4) turn clockwise.
Adjusting Forks NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.6. 1. Remove the dust cover from the caster headtube. 2. To properly tighten caster journal system and guard against flutter, perform the following check: A. Tip back the wheelchair to floor. B.
SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI- TIPPERS After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result. Replacing/Adjusting the Wheel Locks NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.1. NOTE: Before adjusting or replacing the high/undermount wheel locks, ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended psi on the sidewall of the tire.
Installing/Adjusting the Anti-Tippers Anti-tippers MUST be fully engaged and spring buttons fully protruding out of adjustment holes BEFORE using the wheelchair. Anit-tippers MUST be used at all times. when outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti-tippers may not provide the same level of protection against tip over.
Installing Amputee Attachments NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.4. 1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 51. 2. Note the position of the axle mounting plate. NOTE: This will maintain the current rear seat to floor height. 3.
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, except for the seat cushion (which is not warranted), to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase.
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