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Invacare 1080556 Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

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Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual
Solara
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Solara
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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 Solara Limited ™ 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...
  • Page 2 EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. Solara™ Part No. 1080556 Rev. I...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PROCEDURE 3 - TRANSPORTING PROCEDURE 3 - TRANSPORTING PROCEDURE 3 - TRANSPORTING ... PROCEDURE 3 - TRANSPORTING TRANSPORTING THE INVACARE SOLARA ... 21 PROCEDURE 4 - FRONT RIGGINGS PROCEDURE 4 - FRONT RIGGINGS PROCEDURE 4 - FRONT RIGGINGS ... PROCEDURE 4 - FRONT RIGGINGS PROCEDURE 4 - FRONT RIGGINGS INSTALLING/REMOVING SWINGAWAY FOOTREST ...
  • Page 4 PROCEDURE 12 - TRANSPORT READY OPTION ... 71 COMPLIANCE INFORMATION ... 72 SECURING THE WHEELCHAIR TO THE VEHICLE ... 72 SECURING THE OCCUPANT ... 73 NOTES ... 78 LIMITED WARRANTY ... 79 Solara™ ... 45 ... 49 ... 52 ... 55 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I...

  • Page 5: Special Notes

    THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. 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 6: Label Locations

    WARNING Refer to Owner’s Manual BEFORE adjusting axle mounting plate. 1085306 WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI-TIP TUBES INSTALLED. REV. 5/98 P/N 60106X144 Solara™ HEAVY DUTY PACKAGE ONLY WARNING Refer to Owner's Manual for proper anti-tipper setting. Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 1085379...
  • Page 7 LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS TRANSPORT READY OPTION ONLY Part No. 1080556 Rev. I Solara™...

  • Page 8: Specifications

    * NOTE: The seat-to-floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts. If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/4-inch from the measurements listed above. All heights are measured with properly inflated new tires. These heights can vary +1/4-inch due to tire wear.

  • Page 9: Procedure 1 - General Guidelines Procedure 1 - General Guidelines

    Serious bodily injury may occur to the patient and/or the assistant(s). Anterior (forward) tilt is a feature of this wheelchair designed for the USE OF A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL or ASSISTANT ONLY. Engagement of the anterior (forward) tilt must NEVER be performed by the wheelchair user.

  • Page 10: Stability - All Models

    Any change to one (1) or any combination of the eleven (11) may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

  • Page 11: Stability - Recliner Models Only

    STABILITY - RECLINER MODELS ONLY STABILITY WARNING Before using ANY recline position of this wheelchair, make sure the rear wheels are in the MOST REARWARD position in the axle mounting plate 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.

  • Page 12: 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 13: Safety/Handling Of Wheelchairs

    This can be achieved by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it in a straight line. The Invacare Solara wheelchair should be operated by an assistant when the wheelchair is in any tilted position.

  • Page 14: Percentage Of Weight Distribution

    These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer in and out of the wheelchair. These movements will cause a change to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair.
  • Page 15 Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object. Point front casters forward to create the longest possible wheelbase. Reach back only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position. Part No. 1080556 Rev. I WARNING PROCEDURE 1 Solara™...
  • Page 16 TIPPING - CURBS: METHOD 1 - WHEELCHAIR WITH STEP TUBES: Place foot on the step tube and begin to tilt the wheelchair toward you. Apply a continuous downward motion until the balance point is achieved and the front casters clear the curb. At this point, the assistant will feel a difference in the weight distribution.
  • Page 17 Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an occupied wheel- chair 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.

  • Page 18: Transferring To And From Other Seats

    NOTE: This activity may be performed independently provided you have adequate mobility and upper body strength. Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side the seat to which you are transferring, with the front casters parallel to it. Remove or flip up the armrest. Engage wheel locks. Shift body weight into seat with transfer.

  • Page 19: Procedure 2 - Safety Inspection Procedure 2 - Safety Inspection Procedure 2 - Safety Inspection

    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. Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Otherwise, binding and/or damage to the wheelchair may occur. 2. Clean quick-release axles once (1) a week with a Teflon DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm.

  • Page 21: Procedure 3 - Transporting Procedure 3 - Transporting

    3. Remove the rear wheels (PROCEDURE 8). 4. Remove the armrests (PROCEDURE 5). 5. Remove the stroller handle (if applicable) (PROCEDURE 6). 6. Pull back release cord and fold the back towards the front of the wheelchair (PROCEDURE 6). Part No. 1080556 Rev. I PROCEDURE 3...

  • Page 22: Procedure 4 - Front Riggings Procedure 4 - Front Riggings

    1. Turn the footrest to the side (open footplate is perpendicular to the wheelchair). 2. Insert the footrest assembly mounting pin into the mounting tube of the wheelchair frame. 3. Rotate the footrest towards the inside of the wheelchair until it locks into place.

  • Page 23: Adjusting Swingaway Footrest Height

    5. Install the footrest assembly onto the wheelchair. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING SWINGAWAY FOOTREST in this procedure of the manual. 6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite side of the wheelchair, if necessary. 70° MFX AND 90° FOOTRESTS (FIGURE 3) 1. Remove any accessories that are attached to the footrests.

  • Page 24: Adjusting Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplates

    NOTE: If the footplate's motion is too loose, tighten the socket screw and locknut approximately 1/4-turn. Locknut Footplate Hinge FIGURE 4 - INSTALLING ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FLIP-UP FOOTPLATE HINGE Solara™ FRONT RIGGINGS Footrest Support Tube Socket Screw Part No. 1080556 Rev. I...

  • Page 25: Composite/Articulating Footplate Heel Loop Replacement

    Securely tighten bolt and nut. REMOVING 1. Push the legrest release handle inward while rotating the footrest outward. 2. Lift the legrest assembly out of the legrest mounting tube. Part No. 1080556 Rev. I PROCEDURE 4 COMPOSITE FOOTPLATE Swingaway Footrest Assembly...

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Elevating Legrest/Calfpad Assembly

    1. Turn the calfpad 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. Release Lever Calfpad Rotated for...

  • Page 27: Installing/Removing/Adjusting Dual Point Armrest

    - otherwise injury or damage may occur. INSTALLING/REMOVING/ADJUSTING DUAL POINT ARMREST (FIXED AND ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT) (FIGURE 1) Make sure the locking mechanism is secured BEFORE using the wheelchair. INSTALLING ARMREST 1. Unlock armrest assembly by flipping the arm assembly release lever located on the side rail to the UP (HORIZONTAL) position as shown in DETAIL "A"...

  • Page 28: Adjusting Armrest

    3. Lock the armrest assembly by pressing the release lever into the DOWN (VERTICAL) position as shown in DETAIL "A". 4. Pull up on the armrest assembly to ensure the armrest is locked in place. 5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for opposite side of wheelchair, if necessary. Adjusts Armrest Height...

  • Page 29: Using/Installing/Adjusting Locking Cantilever Arms

    2. Slide the bottom hex bolt (w/coved washer) through the adjustment plate and back cane. 3. Securely tighten the cantilever arm to the wheelchair with two (2) locknuts and washers. 4. Adjust the angle of the cantilever arm, if necessary. Refer to ADJUSTING LOCKING CANTILEVER ARM ANGLE in this section of the manual.

  • Page 30: Adjusting Locking Cantilever Arm Angle

    3. Refer to FIGURE 4 to determine the mounting hole in the arm adjustment plate that will be used to correspond to the back angle. 4. Securely tighten the locking pin and washer to the adjustment plate with a locknut. 5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for the opposite side, if necessary. Solara™ Part No. 1080556 Rev. I...
  • Page 31 Arm Adjustment Plate Arm Adjustment Plate 110° 120° Back Angle Bracket Back Angle Bracket Arm Adjustment Plate Arm Adjustment Plate Arm Adjustment Plate Locknut Locking Pin Washer FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING LOCKING CANTILEVER ARM ANGLE Part No. 1080556 Rev. I Solara™...

  • Page 32: Using/Installing/Adjusting Non-Locking Cantilever Arms

    2. Slide the hex bolt of the cantilever arm assembly into the desired mounting hole on the back cane. 3. Secure the cantilever arm to the wheelchair with a washer and locknut as shown in FIGURE 6. 4. Adjust the angle of the cantilever arm, if necessary. Refer to ADJUSTING NON-LOCK- ING CANTILEVER ARM ANGLE in this section of the manual.
  • Page 33 Back Cane 12° ARM ANGLE Back Cane NOTE: All arm angles are relative to the back cane. FIGURE 7 - ADJUSTING NON-LOCKING CANTILEVER ARM ANGLE Part No. 1080556 Rev. I Cantilever 4° ARM ANGLE Back Cane 16° ARM ANGLE Back Cane...

  • Page 34: Arm Pad Replacement For Cantilever Arms

    FULL LENGTH ARM PADS Armrest Pad Cantilever Arm Tube Mounting Screws Wheelchair Frame T-Arm Socket FIGURE 9 - INSTALLING/ REMOVING T- ARMS ARMS Arm Pad Cantilever Slide Tube T-Arm Locking Lever (towards the front of the wheelchair) Slot Part No. 1080556 Rev. I...

  • Page 35: Adjusting The T-Arms

    ADJUSTING T-ARM HEIGHT (FIGURE 10) 1. Unlock the T-arm by flipping the T-arm release lever towards the inside of the wheelchair. NOTE: If necessary, pull out on the T-arm release lever and rotate 180° so it can be flipped towards the outside of the wheelchair.
  • Page 36 DEPTH T-Arm T-Arm Clamp Hex Screws and Washers Slot T-Arm Socket Locking Lever FIGURE 13 - ADJUSTING T-ARM SOCKETS Part No. 1080556 Rev. I ARMS Arm Tube NOTE: If necessary, turn arm tube 180° to obtain two (2) positions. Phillips Screw...

  • Page 37: Adjusting T-Arm Transfer Assists And/Or Side Guards

    ADJUSTING T-ARM TRANSFER ASSISTS AND/OR SIDE GUARDS (FIGURE 14) 1. Remove the T-arm from the wheelchair. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING T-ARMS in this procedure of the manual. 2. Remove the two (2) socket screws that secure the side guard to the bottom clamp.

  • Page 38: Folding/Unfolding Back Assembly

    1. Do one (1) of the following: A. UNFOLD - Push/pull the back towards rear of wheelchair until it locks in place. B. FOLD - Pick up on the back release cord and push the back towards the front of the wheelchair.

  • Page 39: Installing/Removing The Stroller Handles

    3. Remove the stroller handle from the wheelchair and discard. 4. Install the NEW stroller handle. Refer to INSTALLING THE STROLLER HANDLES in this procedure of the manual. Button FIGURE 2 - INSTALLING/REMOVING THE STROLLER HANDLES Part No. 1080556 Rev. I Stroller Handle Mounting Holes Back Cane...

  • Page 40: Installing/Removing/Adjusting The Adjustable Angle Stroller Handles

    FIGURE 3 - INSTALLING/REMOVING THE ADJUSTABLE ANGLE STROLLER HANDLES Solara™ DETAIL "A" - QUICK-RELEASE PIN INSTALLED Back Cane Quick-Release Pin (or bolt and locknut - Recliners ONLY) Part No. 1080556 Rev. I BACK/SEAT Detent Ball...
  • Page 41 E. Push down on stroller handle to ensure release levers hold the desired position of the stroller handle. F. Repeat STEPS A-E until release levers hold the position. Stroller Handle Release Lever LOCKED POSITION FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING THE ADJUSTABLE ANGLE STROLLER HANDLES Part No. 1080556 Rev. I PROCEDURE 6 Thumbscrew Solara™...

  • Page 42: Installing/Replacing Seat Positioning Straps

    4. Securely tighten the seat positioning strap to the wheelchair with the locknut. 5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for opposite side. REPLACING 1. Remove the hex screw, locknut and seat positioning strap from the back plate of the wheelchair frame. 2. Discard EXISTING seat positioning strap.

  • Page 43: Installing/Replacing Chest Positioning Straps

    3. Install new back upholstery onto the back canes. 4. Install the ten (10) phillips screws and washers that secure the back upholstery to the back canes. Part No. 1080556 Rev. I PROCEDURE 6 Hex Screw Chest Positioning Strap FIGURE 6 - INSTALLING/ REPLACING...

  • Page 44: Installing The Seat Cushion

    WHEELCHAIR REAR FIGURE 8 - INSTALLING THE SEAT CUSHION Solara™ WARNING CAUTION WARNING Cushion Front Of Cushion Lines Up With the Front Of the Seat Pan NOTE: Flush mount seat pan shown. WHEELCHAIR BACK/SEAT FRONT Part No. 1080556 Rev. I...

  • Page 45: Procedure 7 - Tilt-In-Space Procedure 7 - Tilt-In-Space

    These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. ENGAGING TILT-IN-SPACE (FIGURE 1) The Invacare Solara wheelchair MUST be operated by an Assistant when in ANY tilted position. ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable BEFORE using the tilt-in- space.

  • Page 46: Adjusting Trigger Release Cables

    Squeeze the trigger release lever of the RIGHT cable assembly and try to tilt the wheel- chair. The wheelchair should not tilt. 2. If the LEFT side of the wheelchair tilts without squeezing the trigger release lever of the LEFT cable assembly, perform the following steps: A.

  • Page 47: Positioning Tilt Locking Collars

    ADJUSTING UPPER TILT LOCKING COLLAR (FIGURE 3) NOTE: This procedure adjusts the degree of tilt that the wheelchair returns to for normal operation. If the amount of tilt MUST be limited, refer to ADJUSTING LOWER TILT LOCKING COLLAR in this procedure of the manual.
  • Page 48 ADJUSTING LOWER TILT LOCKING COLLAR (FIGURE 4) NOTE: This procedure limits the amount of tilt the wheelchair may have. If adjusting the angle the wheelchair returns to, refer to ADJUSTING UPPER TILT LOCKING COLLAR in this procedure of the manual.

  • Page 49: Procedure 8 - Wheels/Forks Procedure 8 - Wheels/Forks Procedure 8 - Wheels/Forks

    2. Push in the tip of the quick-release axle again and insert the axle (with wheel) into the axle mounting plate on the side of the wheelchair frame until the assembly locks in place. Make sure detent pin and locking pins of the quick-release axles are fully released BEFORE operating the wheelchair.

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Quick-Release Axle

    FIGURE 2 - INSTALLING/ REMOVING REAR WHEELS - PERMANENT AXLE Axle Mounting Plate Locking Pins Wheel Hub (Reference) FIGURE 3 - ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE Part No. 1080556 Rev. I Permanent Axle Rear Wheel (Reference) Locknut Detent Quick- Release Axle...

  • Page 51: Seat-To-Floor Height Adjustment

    4. Readjust locknuts if necessary, and repeat STEPS 1-3 until correct. 5. Snap dust cover into the caster headtube. 6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for opposite side, if necessary. Locknut FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING FORKS Part No. 1080556 Rev. I WARNING Dust Cover Caster Headtube PROCEDURE 8 Solara™...

  • Page 52: Procedure 9 - Wheel Locks/Anti-Tippers Procedure 9 - Wheel Locks/Anti-Tippers

    6. Engage the wheel locks and push against the wheelchair to determine if the wheel locks engage the rear wheels enough to hold the wheelchair. 7. Repeat STEPS 1-6 until the wheel locks engage the rear wheels enough to hold the wheelchair. FOOT ACTIVATED WHEEL LOCK...

  • Page 53: Using The Wheel Locks

    INSTALLING 1. Remove the anti-tippers from the accessory carton. Anti-tippers MUST be fully engaged and spring buttons fully protruding out of adjustment holes. Part No. 1080556 Rev. I Rear Wheel Rear Wheel Wheel Lock Handle Wheel Lock Assembly...
  • Page 54 4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for opposite side. ANTI-TIPPER FACING DOWN Locking Button Release Button ANTI-TIPPER FACING UP Locking Button FIGURE 4 - INSTALLING/ADJUSTING ANTI-TIPPERS Solara™ WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS WARNING Wheelchair Frame Anti-tipper Wheelchair Frame Anti-tipper Release Button Part No. 1080556 Rev. I...

  • Page 55: Procedure 10 - Recliner Back Option

    Any change to one (1) or any combination of the eleven (11) may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stabil- ity.
  • Page 56 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.

  • Page 57: Replacing/Back Headrest Upholstery

    Headrest Extension Back Cane Back Upholstery FIGURE 2 - REPLACING BACK/HEADREST UPHOLSTERY ADJUSTING THE RECLINER CABLES NOTE: Refer to ADJUSTING THE GAS CYLINDERS in this section of the manual. Part No. 1080556 Rev. I PROCEDURE 10 Washer Phillips Screw Solara™...

  • Page 58: Replacing The Recliner Cables

    “X” pattern (DETAIL “C”). Otherwise, damage to the cables may occur. 5. While standing behind the wheelchair, secure the recline trigger release lever operating the RIGHT gas cylinder to the LEFT side of the adjustable angle stroller handle with the EXISTING mounting screw and locknut (DETAIL “C”).

  • Page 59: Recliner Back Option

    Cable Locking Nut DETAIL "A" Locknut Recliner Cable Actuator Housing Cable Locking DETAIL "B" FIGURE 3 - REPLACING THE RECLINER CABLES Part No. 1080556 Rev. I DETAIL "C" Trigger Release Lever Operating RIGHT Gas Fitting Adjustable Angle Cylinder Stroller Handle...

  • Page 60: Replacing The Gas Cylinders

    The RIGHT trigger release lever controls the LEFT gas cylinder, and the LEFT trigger release lever controls the RIGHT gas cylinder. Solara™ RECLINER BACK OPTION WARNING WARNING ACTUATOR ACTUATOR TOO LOW TOO HIGH Opening Actuator Part No. 1080556 Rev. I...
  • Page 61 (STEPS 2, 9) Spacer (STEPS 2, 9) (STEPS 2, 9) (STEPS 2, 9) FIGURE 4 - REPLACING THE GAS CYLINDERS Part No. 1080556 Rev. I Jam Nut (STEPS 1, 4, 6) (STEPS 1, 4, 6) (STEPS 1, 4, 6) (STEPS 1, 4, 6)

  • Page 62: Adjusting The Gas Cylinders

    2. Turn the cable adjusting nut one (1) of two (2) ways: Solara™ RECLINER BACK OPTION WARNING NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS Adjust the LEFT AND RIGHT gas cylinders Adjust the LEFT AND RIGHT gas cylinders. Adjust the LEFT gas cylinders ONLY. Adjust the RIGHT gas cylinders ONLY. WARNING Part No. 1080556 Rev. I...
  • Page 63 4. To adjust the RIGHT gas cylinder: Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the LEFT handle of the recliner cable. Trigger Release Lever Cable Locking Cable Adjusting FIGURE 5 - PERFORMING ADJUSTMENTS Part No. 1080556 Rev. I WARNING DETAIL "B" MUST LOOK LIKE THIS Actuator Actuator...

  • Page 64: Procedure 11 Contracture Footplate Option

    (insert tube and outer tube) provided in this kit and will be secured with the EXISTING mounting screws. NOTE: Right and left sides of the seat frame are determined by sitting in the wheelchair. 8. On the left hand side of the seat frame, remove the two (2) EXISTING mounting screws and locknuts that secure the front and rear crossmember to the brace supports of the seat frame as shown in DETAIL “B”...
  • Page 65 Bearing Housing Locknut Base Frame Mounting Screws Crossmember (Rear) Seat Frame Brace Support FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING THE CROSSMEMBER ASSEMBLY Part No. 1080556 Rev. I DETAIL “A” Seat Frame Lower Seat Frame Shoulder Screw Allen Spacer Screw Link Bracket Locknut DETAIL “B”...

  • Page 66: Forward Mount

    CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE OPTION Washers Mounting Holes Contracture Assembly Mounting Screws FORWARD MOUNT Washers Lock Nuts Insert Tube Mounting Hole FIGURE 3 - REMOVING/ INSTALLING THE CONTRACTURE ASSEMBLY - REVERSED MOUNT Outer Tube Mounting Screws Contracture Assembly Part No. 1080556 Rev. I...

  • Page 67: Contracture Assembly Angle Adjustment

    2. If necessary adjust the angle of the contracture assembly. Refer to CONTRACTURE ASSEMBLY ANGLE ADJUSTMENT in this procedure of the manual. Part No. 1080556 Rev. I CONTRACTURE PLATFORM Angle Angle Locknuts Adjustment...

  • Page 68: Angle Adjustment Of The Contracture Footplate

    OF THE CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE BILATERAL CONTRACTURE Flat Screws Contracture Footplate Footplate Hinge CONTRACTURE PLATFORM Flat Screws FIGURE 7 - CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT Part No. 1080556 Rev. I Contracture Footplate Washers Lock Nuts Mounting Hole Washers Lock Nuts Contracture Platform...

  • Page 69: Contracture Footplate Height Adjustment

    3. Tighten the two (2) hex screws and locknuts that secure the contracture platform to the upper support. BILATERAL CONTRACTURE Contracture Support Mounting Holes Mounting Screws Lock Nut Washers FIGURE 8 - CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Part No. 1080556 Rev. I CONTRACTURE PLATFORM Locknuts Coved Washers Contracture Platform Footplate Bracket PROCEDURE 11...

  • Page 70: Replacing The Contracture Footplate Heel Loop

    2. Remove the four (4) mounting screws and washers that secure the EXISTING heel loop to the contracture footplate. 3. Reverse STEPS 1-2 to install the NEW heel loop. Mounting Screws Washers FIGURE 9 - REPLACING THE CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE HEEL LOOP Solara™ CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE OPTION Washers Contracture Footplate Heel Loop Part No. 1080556 Rev. I...

  • Page 71: Procedure 12 - Transport Ready Option

    Securing the Occupant NOTE: The information in this section is for wheelchairs ordered with the transport ready option ONLY. Contact Invacare Corporation (800-333-6900) with any questions about using this wheelchair for seating in a motor vehicle. When feasible, wheelchair occupants should transfer into the vehicle seat and use the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) vehicle-installed restraint system.

  • Page 72: Compliance Information

    SECURING THE WHEELCHAIR TO THE VEHICLE POSITIONING THE WHEELCHAIR IN THE VEHICLE This wheelchair must be in a forward facing position during travel in a motor vehicle. Ensure quick-release pins are engaged through bearing housings and tilt slides. The recommended clear zones for wheelchair seated occupants restrained by BOTH pelvic and upper torso belt(s) and ONLY by a pelvic belt are shown in the diagrams on the next page.

  • Page 73: Securing The Occupant

    SECURING THE OCCUPANT WHEELCHAIR-ANCHORED BELTS (FIGURE 2) The pelvic belt that is provided by Invacare has been tested for use in a motor vehicle on this wheelchair ONLY. DO NOT replace the pelvic belt with a different style pelvic belt.

  • Page 74: Transport Ready Option

    TRANSPORT READY OPTION PROCEDURE 12 DETAIL "A" - PELVIC BELT Pelvic Belt (Used to secure the vehicle- Male anchored upper torso belt.) Pelvic Belt Bracket Tie-Down Bracket Slot FIGURE 2- WHEELCHAIR-ANCHORED BELTS Solara™ Part No. 1080556 Rev. I...
  • Page 75 TRANSPORT READY OPTION VEHICLE-ANCHORED BELTS (FIGURE 3) This wheelchair has an overall rating of “C” with regard to accommodating the use and fit of vehicle-anchored belts. This rating is scored as follows: RATING The test for Lateral Stability Displacement for Point (P) is shown in FIGURE 3. The average test result for point (P) is 0.85-inches (21.5 mm).
  • Page 76 2. Position the upper torso belt(s) over the shoulders. 3. The belt(s) should not be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts, including but not limited to wheelchair armrests or wheels. Refer to FIGURE 4 for proper and improper positioning of the belts.
  • Page 77 NOTES NOTES Part No. 1080556 Rev. I Solara™...

  • Page 78: Notes

    NOTES NOTES Solara™ Part No. 1080556 Rev. I...

  • Page 79: 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, 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.
  • Page 80 Elyria, Ohio USA Mississauga, Ontario 44036-2125 L4Z 4G4, Canada 800-333-6900 800-668-5324 Invacare is a registered trademark of Invacare Corporation. Solara and Yes, you can. are trademarks of Invacare Corporation. 3-in-1 oil is a registered trademark of American Home Products Corporation.

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