Invacare Crossfire All Terrain, User Manual

Page 1: ...rossfire T6 Crossfire Titanium Crossfire All Terrain EN Crossfire series Wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product BEFORE using this product read this manual and save for future reference ...

Page 2: ...ermission from Invacare Trademarks are identified by and All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted Shimano is a registered trademark of Shimano Inc Please record your serial number SN __________________ The SN is required for any warranty claims and placing aftermarket parts orders ...

Page 3: ...ease Handles 43 4 9 Removing Play from Rear Wheels 44 4 10 Adjusting Wheelbase Length Adjusting Center of Gravity COG 45 4 11 Reposition the Camber Tube 47 4 12 Repositioning the Camber Tube Clamp Socket Screws 48 4 13 Adjusting Wheelbase Width 49 4 14 Adjusting the Camber Tube 50 4 15 Determining Setting Toe In Toe Out 51 4 16 Adjusting Fork Tension 52 4 17 Changing Wheel Lock Handle Position 53 ...

Page 4: ...ly 74 5 15 Replacing Adjusting the Wheel Locks 75 6 Maintenance 76 6 1 Maintenance 76 Replacing Repairing Rear Wheel Tire Tube 76 Replacing Repairing Caster Tire Tube 77 7 Troubleshooting 78 7 1 Troubleshooting 78 8 Options 79 8 1 Options 79 9 Warranty 84 9 1 Warranty Information 84 9 2 Usability Survey 86 ...

Page 5: ...vices The launch date of this product is stated in the EC declaration of conformity 1 2 Intended Use The intended use for the manual mechanical wheelchair it to provide mobility and transportation of physically impaired persons The manual wheelchair is intended for ongoing daily use The models offer a wide range of customization which allows for a better fit for the end user resulting in comfort l...

Page 6: ...or damage may occur WARNING ACCESSORIES 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 THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE Check all parts for shipping damage and...

Page 7: ...ating in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto industry Invacare cannot and does not recommend any wheelchair transportation systems Stability Warning The position of the footrest camber tube COG Center of Gravity seat angle back angle the tautness of the back upholstery as well as the user s condition are directly related to the wheelchairs stabi...

Page 8: ...transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use of the wheelchair DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects fr...

Page 9: ... wheelchair user as well as the assistant This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair It is important to practice and master these safe techniques until you are comfortable in maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers Use this information only as a basic guide The techniques that are di...

Page 10: ...reater than 9 Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or slopes slowly to avoid hard braking or sudden stops WARNING Be aware that carrying heavy objects on your lap while occupying the wheelchair may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair resulting in serious bodily injury to the user damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property This wheelchair has been designed to accom...

Page 11: ...f the wheelchair These movements will cause a change to the normal balance the center of gravity and the weight distribution of the wheelchair To determine and establish your particular safety limits practice bending reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified health care professional before attempting active use of wheelchair Proper positioning is e...

Page 12: ...bjects from behind as this may cause the wheelchair to tip over DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the wheelchair may tip over Reaching Leaning or Bending Forward Position the front casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and engage wheel locks Reaching Leaning or Bending Backwards Position wheelchair as close as possible to t...

Page 13: ...ir or as lifting supports as they may be inadvertently released resulting in possible injury to the user and or assistant s When learning a new assistance technique have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone 2 6 Tipping WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance When lowering the front casters of the wheelchair DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to ...

Page 14: ...eelchair for leverage and tilts the wheelchair back to the balance point 3 After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point the assistant behind the wheelchair rolls the wheelchair up to the edge of the first step 4 The second assistant positioned in the front of the wheelchair with a firm hold on a non detachable part of the framework lowers the wheelchair down and on to the next st...

Page 15: ... for cracks and wear and should be replaced if damaged Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures Inspect Initially q Ensure wheelchair rolls straight no excessive drag pull to one side q Ensure wheel locks Do not interfere with tires when rolling q Ensure pivot points are free of wear and looseness q Ensure...

Page 16: ... proper inflation Inspect Adjust Monthly q Ensure wheel locks Do not interfere with tires when rolling q Ensure that the casters are free of debris q Ensure pivot points are free of wear and looseness q Inspect upholstery fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch q Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs of wear Ensure buckle latches Verify hardware that attaches strap to frame is secure ...

Page 17: ...Overview 3 Overview 3 1 Label Locations 1134872 D 08 17 ...

Page 18: ...d Adjustable Angle NCO Plastic or Carbon Fiber Cover Optional SEAT HEIGHT FRONT 16 to 21 inches 40 6 to 53 3 cm Fixed REAR 14 to 20 Inches 35 6 to 50 8 cm Fixed Ergo Level Seat Optional ARMS OPTIONAL Swing away Style SIDE GUARDS OPTIONAL FOLDING BACK Removable Folding Removable with Fender FIXED BACK Fixed Aluminum Fixed Carbon Fiber SEAT WIDTH 12 to 18 inches 30 5 to 45 7 cm Standard 19 to 20 inc...

Page 19: ...LDING 8 4 0 and 4 8 FIXED Not Available BACK UPHOLSTERY U850 Black Adjustable Tension by Straps SEAT UPHOLSTERY U850 Black Adjustable Tension by Straps AXLE POSITIONS CENTER OF GRAVITY Adjustable to 4 inches 10 8 cm in two positions Amputee Position 2 to 2 inches 5 7 to 5 1 cm Active Position 1 to 5 inches 3 2 to 14 cm REAR WHEEL AXLE Quick Release Standard Quad Release or Titanium Optional REAR W...

Page 20: ...ium Coated Natural Fit Optional WHEEL LOCKS Push or Pull to Lock Standard or Hideaway Undermount Optional FRONT FORKS Non Suspension Standard Suspension Optional CASTERS CASTER SIZE 3 4 or 5 inch 7 6 10 2 or 12 7 cm CASTER TYPE Semi pneumatic Standard Soft Roll or Lighted Optional ANTI TIPPERS Optional WEIGHT 19 5 lbs 8 8 kg SHIPPING WEIGHT 30 lbs 14 kg WEIGHT LIMITATION 250 lbs 114 kg 16 x 16 inc...

Page 21: ...e NCO Plastic or Carbon Fiber Cover Optional SEAT HEIGHT FRONT 16 to 21 inches 40 6 to 53 3 cm Fixed REAR 14 to 20 Inches 35 6 to 50 8 cm Fixed Ergo Level Seat Optional ARMS OPTIONAL Swing away Style SIDE GUARDS OPTIONAL FOLDING BACK Removable Folding Removable with Fender FIXED BACK Fixed Aluminum Fixed Carbon Fiber SEAT WIDTH 12 to 18 inches 30 5 to 45 7 cm Standard 19 to 20 inches 48 3 to 50 8 ...

Page 22: ...64 to 50 8 cm FIXED 8 to 16 inches 20 32 to 40 64 cm BACK ANGLE FOLDING 8 4 0 and 4 8 FIXED 0 3 6 and 9 BACK UPHOLSTERY U850 Black Adjustable Tension by Straps SEAT UPHOLSTERY U850 Black Adjustable Tension by Straps AXLE POSITIONS CENTER OF GRAVITY Adjustable to 4 inches 10 8 cm in two positions Amputee Position 2 to 2 inches 5 7 to 5 1 cm Active Position 1 to 5 inches 3 2 to 14 cm REAR WHEEL AXLE...

Page 23: ... solid 2 knobby HANDRIMS Aluminum Anodized Standard Titanium Coated Natural Fit Optional WHEEL LOCKS Push to Lock Standard or Hideaway Undermount Optional FRONT FORKS Non Suspension Standard Suspension Optional CASTERS CASTER SIZE 3 4 or 5 inch 7 6 10 2 or 12 7 cm CASTER TYPE Semi pneumatic Standard Soft Roll or Lighted Optional ANTI TIPPERS Optional WEIGHT 18 5 lbs 8 3 kg SHIPPING WEIGHT 30 lbs 1...

Page 24: ...OPTIONAL FOLDING BACK Removable Folding Removable with Fender FIXED BACK Fixed Aluminum Fixed Carbon Fiber SEAT WIDTH 14 to 18 inches 30 48 to 45 72 cm Standard 19 to 20 inches 48 26 to 50 8 cm Optional SEAT DEPTH 14 to 18 inches 35 56 to 45 72 cm Standard 19 to 20 inches 48 26 to 50 8 cm Optional BACK STYLE Folding Standard Fixed Optional BACK HEIGHT No fixed height available ADJUSTABLE 9 to 11 1...

Page 25: ...osition 1 to 5 inches 3 18 to 13 97 cm REAR WHEEL AXLE Quick Release Standard Quad Release or Titanium Optional REAR WHEEL CAMBER CAMBER TUBE 0 3 6 or 9 REAR WHEELS REAR WHEEL TYPE High Performance with Knobby tires Standard Spinergy Spox Optional REAR WHEEL SIZE 24 inch 60 96 or 25 inch 63 5 cm HANDRIMS Aluminum Anodized Standard Titanium Coated Natural Fit Optional WHEEL LOCKS Push to Lock Optio...

Page 26: ... 30 lbs 14 kg WEIGHT LIMITATION 250 lbs 114 kg 16 x 16 inches 40 64 x 40 64 cm seat rear wheels and minimal options are included in the weight Refer to 3 1 Label Locations page 17 15 inch 38 1 cm rear seat height only available with 24 inch 60 7 cm rear wheels 26 1134872 D 08 ...

Page 27: ...Overview 3 3 Component Identification Crossfire T7A is shown The other chairs in the Crossfire Series have similar components 1134872 D 08 27 ...

Page 28: ... needed to inflate the tires to the recommended pressures below PSI rating is printed on the side of the tire Conversion formula 1 psi 6 895 kPa approx 7 kPa PSI KILOPASCALS PSI KILOPASCALS 50 345 90 621 55 379 95 655 60 414 100 690 65 448 105 724 70 483 110 758 75 517 115 793 80 552 120 827 85 586 28 1134872 D 08 ...

Page 29: ...mbly MUST be at least 1 inches above the ground floor to avoid hitting protruding objects when using this wheelchair 1 Loosen the allen screw of the two clamps A that secure the footrest B to the wheelchair frame C Replacing the Footrest 1 Remove existing footrest 2 Install new footrest B WARNING The standard footrest has an open hoop A footplate cover is recommended for wheelchair users that have...

Page 30: ...mounting screws E and locknuts not shown that secure the footplate D to the two footrest tubes C 2 Position the footplate D to the necessary angle to accommodate the user 3 Retighten the two mounting screws E and locknuts The locknuts should lie in the channel of the footplate clamp Adjusting Footplate Depth 1 Remove the two mounting screws E and locknuts not shown that secure the footplate D to t...

Page 31: ...ding the back ensure that the plunger pins are fully engaged in the mounting holes of the adjustment square in the back cane mounting brackets Detail A Back MUST be locked securely in place Otherwise serious injury could result DETAIL A FOLDING THE BACK 1 To fold the back A pull up on the back release cord B and push the back A toward the seat C of the wheelchair Detail A 2 To unfold the back A pu...

Page 32: ... depth and that is measured relative to true vertical with the chair sitting on a level surface The plus sign increases the back angle and the minus sign decreases the back angle The resulting back angle will vary somewhat depending on your chair configuration Refer to chart to see these settings converted into back angle relative to the seat Perform this procedure on both sides of the wheelchair ...

Page 33: ...C 4 Remove the mounting screw D that secures the adjustment square E to the back angle plate F Details A and C 5 Remove the adjustment square E from the recess of the back angle plate F Detail C Note the hole on the adjustment square When the hole is positioned on top of the number inside the recess this number represents the back angle relative to true vertical One side of the adjustment square p...

Page 34: ...ith the mounting screw D Tighten securely 8 Repeat STEPS 2 6 for remaining back cane C WARNING After unfolding the back ensure that the plunger pins are fully engaged in the mounting holes of the adjustment square in the back angle plates Detail A Otherwise serious injury could result 9 Unfold the back until the plunger pins lock into the mounting holes in the adjustment square G DETAIL D 10 Unthr...

Page 35: ... 8 Hole in adjustment square will align with 8 when installed in this orientation 4 Hole in adjustment square will align with 4 when installed in this orientation 0 OPTION 1 Hole in adjustment square will align with 0 when installed in this orientation OPTION 2 1134872 D 08 35 ...

Page 36: ...Top End Crossfire 4 Hole in adjustment square will align with 4 when installed in this orientation 8 Hole in adjustment square will align with 8 when installed in this orientation 36 1134872 D 08 ...

Page 37: ...Upholstery Cover The back upholstery cover is designed for three reasons The first is as a modesty cover The second is to keep the cushion from sliding out of the back of the wheelchair The third is a sacral support depending upon how far or tight the flap is pulled under the seat cushion The adjuster fastening straps can be adjusted at various levels of tension to accommodate individual end users...

Page 38: ...trap and install the new upholstery lumbar strap Removing the Back Upholstery Cover 1 Remove the seat cushion if applicable 2 Pull the back upholstery cover A away from the adjustable tension back upholstery B separating the fastening strips of the back upholstery cover C from the fastening strips of the adjustable tension back upholstery and seat D Details A and B 3 Remove back upholstery cover A...

Page 39: ...eration Removing the Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery 1 Remove the back upholstery cover A 2 Slide adjustable tension back upholstery B off back canes E Details C and D DETAIL C DETAIL D 1134872 D 08 39 ...

Page 40: ...er and locknut G from each back cane E Detail E 5 Slide lumbar strap H off back canes E Details D and E Installing the Lumbar Strap 1 Install lumbar strap H Details D and E 2 Install lower mounting screw coved spacer washer and locknut G onto each back cane E Detail E 3 Tighten the top F and bottom mounting screws G Detail E 4 Return back to upright position Refer to 4 3 Unfolding Folding the Back...

Page 41: ...o the back canes E Details D F and A Installing the Back Upholstery Cover 1 Install back upholstery cover A onto the adjustable tension back ensuring the fastening strips on the back upholstery cover C are aligned with the fastening strips of the adjustable tension back and seat D Detail F DETAIL F 1134872 D 08 41 ...

Page 42: ...r 2 Press the adjustment pin A on the back cane insert tube B in and adjust the back height to one of four heights on the back cane C depending on original back height HOLE NUM BER BACK HEIGHT IN INCHES 8 11 10 14 12 16 14 18 16 20 1 8 10 12 14 16 2 9 11 13 15 17 3 10 12 14 16 18 4 11 13 15 17 19 5 N A 14 16 18 20 Holes numbered from bottom to top for reference only There are no numbers on the bac...

Page 43: ...when inserted into camber bar F 4 8 Adjusting Quad Release Handles In and or Out Adjusting Quad Release Handle In and or Out 1 Remove rear wheel and the quad release axle from the wheelchair Refer to 5 7 Removing Installing Rear Wheels page 65 2 Loosen the locking screw B 3 Make one or both of the following adjustments If the quad release handle A is not releasing the locking pins C completely rot...

Page 44: ...ve procedures until the quad release axle locks correctly 4 9 Removing Play from Rear Wheels Removing Play from Rear Wheels 1 With the rear wheel and quad release axle still mounted onto the wheelchair make the following adjustment Tighten the length adjusting screw A until there is no in and out movement of the quad release axle and rear wheel 44 1134872 D 08 ...

Page 45: ...sition The addition of anti tippers may be required Measure the distance between the center of the front caster A and the center of the rear wheel B to determine the new wheelbase length C The wheelbase length C can be adjusted in one or more of the following combinations Repositioning the camber tube clamps Repositioning the camber tube clamps socket screws Reversing the camber tube clamps direct...

Page 46: ... TUBE CLAMP FACING THE FRONT OF THE WHEELCHAIR CAMBER TUBE CLAMP FACING THE REAR OF THE WHEELCHAIR Front of Wheelchair NOTE Camber tube clamp shown in forward most position Rear of Wheelchair NOTE Camber tube clamp shown in rear most position 46 1134872 D 08 ...

Page 47: ...tube D forward or backward to adjust the wheelbase length to the desired position Ensure that both camber tube clamps B are adjust to the same position in the camber tube support C This will ensure that the camber tube D remains at 90 to each side frame 4 Securely tighten the four socket screws and washers A that secure the two camber tube clamps B to the camber tube supports C 5 Install the rear ...

Page 48: ...he opening of the camber tube supports D CAUTION Ensure one empty mounting position remains between the two socket screws A otherwise damage to the wheelchair may occur 5 Install the four socket screws A and washers B into the desired mounting positions of both camber tube clamps C Hand tighten Ensure that both camber tube clamps C are adjust to the same position in the camber tube support D This ...

Page 49: ...crease the wheelbase width 3 Securely tighten axle nut A Torque nut A to 30 35 ft lbs 9 14 10 67m kg 4 Count the number of threads C showing on the axle bushing B WARNING ALWAYS leave 3 4 inch 1 9cm of axle bushing B engaged into camber tube D otherwise damage and or injury may occur The number of threads C showing on the axle bushing B should be equal on both sides of the wheelchair Otherwise whe...

Page 50: ...ng an L square B rotate the axle tube until the flat edge of the camber tube A is at a 90 angle with the ground floor C Ensure camber tube is centered between clamps A This adjustment is made with the rear wheels attached to the chair and all four wheels contacting the floor C If camber tube is not 0 degrees then it MUST be rotated so that the axle bushings are angled up at their ends 3 Securely t...

Page 51: ...back centerline measurement of the rear wheels C is SMALLER E than the front centerline measurement of the rear wheels D a TOE OUT F condition exists If the back centerline measurement of the rear wheels C is LARGER G than the front centerline measurement of the rear wheels D a TOE IN H condition exists 4 If the difference between the measurements is greater than 1 8 inch 0 32cm correct the toe in...

Page 52: ...ster B swing b Loosen the locknut A to increase caster B swing Suspension Fork Detail B a Refer to 5 14 Removing Installing the Elastomers Suspension Forks Only page 74 to remove the elastomer and suspension fork bottom to access the locknut b No tension adjustment can be performed on this fork c Refer to 5 14 Removing Installing the Elastomers Suspension Forks Only page 74 to secure the suspensio...

Page 53: ...nd locknut B 3 Align the front handle mounting hole with one of three desired mounting positions C on the wheel lock 4 Using the front handle mounting screw and locknut B secure the handle D to the wheel lock 5 Securely tighten the front and rear handle mounting screws and locknuts A B 6 Repeat steps 1 5 on remaining wheel lock handle D 1134872 D 08 53 ...

Page 54: ...B up to engage wheel lock If wheel lock does not properly engage the wheel refer to 5 15 Replacing Adjusting the Wheel Locks page 75 Converting From Pull to Lock to Push to Lock DETAIL B WHEEL LOCK IN PULL TO LOCK CON FIGURA TION 1 Remove set screw A from the upper stop position Detail B As the wheel lock handle B is pulled upwards the wheel lock will engage and then disengage the wheel 2 Pull whe...

Page 55: ... floor This spacing should ALWAYS be checked whenever adjustments changes are made to the wheelchair Failure to maintain proper spacing may result in the chair tipping over backward causing serious injury or property damage 1 Press in the lock button C that secures the anti tipper wheel assembly to the anti tipper bar E 2 Adjust the height of the anti tipper wheels to between 1 1 2 and 2 inches G ...

Page 56: ...nti tipper bar E 4 Repeat STEPS 1 3 for the opposite anti tipper B 5 Measure the distance between the bottom of the anti tipper wheels and the ground floor D 6 If necessary adjust the height of the anti tippers B Refer to 4 19 Adjusting Replacing Anti tipper page 55 DETAIL A ANTI TIPPER ADJUSTMENT HOLES 56 1134872 D 08 ...

Page 57: ...Operation ANTI TIPPERS USED WITH HIGH SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHTS ANTI TIPPERS USED WITH LOW SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHTS 1134872 D 08 57 ...

Page 58: ... result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair 1 Remove or fold down the back Refer to 5 4 Removing Installing the Back Frame page 62 2 Insert mounting bolt A into the mounting hole B at the desired height on the swingaway padded armrest socket C and secure with the locknut 3 Install the swingaway padded armrest D Refer to 5 2 Installing Removing Adjusting the Swingaway Padded Armrest p...

Page 59: ...not shown Tighten securely 6 Attach the wheelchair frame C to the lock down folding back latch B using the spring pin assembly D 7 Attach backframe E to the lock down folding back latch B using the two mounting screws and locknuts F 8 Install the back Refer to 5 4 Removing Installing the Back Frame page 62 1134872 D 08 59 ...

Page 60: ...st 1 Remove swing away padded armrest D from armrest socket E Adjusting Height of the Swingaway Padded Armrest 1 Remove the swing away padded armrest D from the armrest socket E 2 Remove the mounting bolt A and locknut B mounted in the armrest socket 3 Reposition mounting bolt A to one of three positions C in the armrest socket depending on the desired height 4 Install locknut B and securely tight...

Page 61: ...oldover Back Upholstery 1 Unfasten the two fastening flaps A that secure the bottom of the existing back upholstery B to the back canes C 2 Unfold the top of the back upholstery B 3 Lift up on the existing back upholstery B and remove from the wheelchair Installing Foldover Back Upholstery 1 Install the new back upholstery B onto the back canes C 2 Wrap the end of a fastening flap A around the bac...

Page 62: ...y C through the back angle plate D and seat rail E 3 Install the rear seat upholstery screw plastic washer and coved spacer A through the back angle plate D to the seat rail E 4 Perform STEPS 1 3 for remaining back angle plate D 5 Tighten spring pin assembly C enough to secure the backframe F to the seat rail E while allowing the back F to fold properly 6 Securely tighten the locknut on the rear s...

Page 63: ...is determined by sitting in the wheelchair The seat upholstery B MUST be positioned with the three rear adjusting straps A towards the rear of the top crossbar C for proper installation 6 Position new seat upholstery B onto the wheelchair frame C ensuring the five adjusting straps A hang over the right and left sides of the wheelchair 7 Pull the front adjuster straps A around and under the wheelch...

Page 64: ...ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may occur WHEELCHAIR DEPTH NUMBER OF SCREWS 14 to 15 inches 10 16 to 17 inches 12 18 inches 14 19 to 20 inches 16 1 Remove the seat cushion from the wheelchair 2 Remove the mounting screws that secure the seat upholstery A to the seat frame 3 Lift up on the back uphols...

Page 65: ...ick Release Push in the tip of the quick release axle A and pull axle A and wheel B away from the wheelchair C Quad Release Lift up on the handle of the quad release axle and pull axle and wheel B away from the wheelchair C 2 Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite rear wheel B 3 Reinstall the rear wheels B onto the wheelchair C by reversing STEPS 1 2 WARNING Pull on the rear wheel B to make sure the deten...

Page 66: ...elease axle through rear wheel hub B 4 Slide locking collar C onto quad release axle until it is snug against rear wheel and tighten securely with allen screw D 5 Reinstall rear wheel and the quad release axle onto the wheelchair Refer to 5 7 Removing Installing Rear Wheels page 65 6 Flip the handle of the quad release axle down to release the detent pin ensuring that the locking pins are fully re...

Page 67: ... carefully holding the tire tube and rim strip to one side hold the allen screws C and remove the locknuts A that secure the handrim to the rear wheel B 5 Remove the existing handrim 6 Install new handrim by reversing STEPS 2 4 WARNING DO NOT inflate tire until it is completely assembled Otherwise injury or damage may result 7 Inflate tire to correct psi rating on the sidewall of tire 8 Reinstall ...

Page 68: ...replacing rear wheels with a different size than what was originally on the wheelchair the front caster height and or diameter MUST also be changed to keep the wheelchair frame parallel to the floor Refer to 5 12 Removing Installing Repositioning the Caster Assemblies page 70 ONLY after contacting Invacare Anti tipper height if applicable MUST also be adjusted to maintain 1 1 2 to 2 inch clearance...

Page 69: ... through the camber tube clamps A Installing the Camber Tube 1 Insert the camber tube C into the camber tube clamps A 2 Center the camber tube C in the camber tube clamps A 3 Adjust the camber tube C Refer to4 14 Adjusting the Camber Tube page 50 There are four types of camber tubes C 0 D 3 E 6 F and 9 G If the camber tube C being used is 3 E 6 F or 9 G degrees then the camber tube C MUST be rotat...

Page 70: ...ize and adjusted to the same height Standard Forks Removing Front Caster 1 Remove the mounting bolt A axle spacers B and locknut C that secure the front caster D to the fork E 2 Remove the caster D from the fork E Installing Front Caster 1 Using the mounting bolt A axle spacers B and locknut C secure the caster D to the desired caster D mounting position Suspension Forks Removing the Caster One mo...

Page 71: ...with mounting screw A through the two axle spacers D and caster E DO NOT use excessive force WARNING Use Loctite 242 when reinstalling the mounting screw A into the threaded bushing C Otherwise the fork B can become disassembled Possible injury or damage could result 3 Apply Loctite 242 to the mounting screw A 4 Reinstall the mounting screw A into the threaded bushing C and tighten securely One Si...

Page 72: ...ng the fork B from the fork stem C Detail A Suspension Fork Detail B a Unscrew fork stem C from head tube D One Sided Fork Detail C a Unscrew fork stem C from head tube D Installing Fork Assembly WARNING Use Loctite 242 on threads on fork stem C when reinstalling the suspension fork or one sided fork into the head tube D Otherwise the fork B may become loose and disengage from the head tube D Poss...

Page 73: ...ork stem C into head tube D Tighten securely DETAIL C ONE SIDED FORK One Sided Fork Detail C a Apply Loctite 242 on stem threads b Screw fork stem C into head tube D Tighten securely 2 Install the front caster Refer to 5 12 Removing Installing Repo sitioning the Caster Assemblies page 70 1134872 D 08 73 ...

Page 74: ...e excessive force 3 If replacing the elastomer E discard the existing elastomer E Installing the Elastomer 1 Position the new elastomer E between the suspension fork top D and suspension fork bottom F 2 Align the mounting holes in the suspension fork top D and suspension fork bottom F 3 Using the threaded bushing B and mounting screw C secure the suspension fork top D and suspension fork bottom F ...

Page 75: ...el lock Securely tighten Adjusting the Wheel Lock 1 Engage the wheel locks A Any wheel lock adjustment should embed the wheel lock shoe D at least 3 16 inch 0 48cm C into the pneumatic tire E 1 8 inch 0 32cm for urethane wheels when engaged 2 If necessary loosen the two mounting screws B that secure the wheel locks A to the wheelchair frame and adjust position of the wheel lock A until the 3 16 in...

Page 76: ...djust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear Refer to 5 15 Replacing Adjusting the Wheel Locks page 75 Tire wear is excessive if Pneumatic Tires there is missing tread or the tires are bald Urethane Tires there are cuts surface defects or the tires are loose on the rims Rubber Tires 30 or more of the tire has worn away Invacare recommends that rear wheel tire tube and caster tire tube be replaced...

Page 77: ...olid urethane or semi pneumatic tires is not recommended If the solid urethane or semi pneumatic tires need replaced Invacare recommends replacing complete caster assembly For pneumatic tires replacement of the tube must be performed by a qualified technician 1134872 D 08 77 ...

Page 78: ...N OR PERFORMANCE CASTER FLUTTERS SQUEAKS AND RATTLES LOOSENESS IN CHAIR SOLUTIONS X X X X Check tires for correct and equal pressure X X X X Check for loose stem nuts X X Check spokes and nipples X X X Check that both casters contact the ground at the same time X X X Check toe in toe out 78 1134872 D 08 ...

Page 79: ...st E by sliding the sideguard clamp D onto the back post E 4 Insert the bolt through the sideguard clamp D and sideguard C and tighten securely If sideguard will not pivot freely bolt through sideguard clamp D and sideguard C is too tight To correct loosen bolt If sideguard rattles bolt through sideguard clamp D and sideguard C is too loose To correct tighten bolt Fold in sideguard should be able ...

Page 80: ... Insert bolt through sideguard clamp D and sideguard C 5 Tighten securely 6 Repeat for opposite side Installing Removing the Removable Side Guards Installing 1 Loosen two mounting screws A in side guard B 2 Attach side guard clamp C to the back posts 3 Tighten two mounting screws A securely Removing 1 Loosen two mounting screws A in side guard B 2 Remove side guard clamp C from back posts 80 11348...

Page 81: ... may occur If possible insert bolt through integral push handles To Install 1 Loose the two mounting screws A in the push handle clamp B 2 Attach adjustable push handle C to back cane by inserting the front of the wheelchair frame into the push handle clamp B 3 Tighten the two mounting screws A in the push handle clamp B 4 Insert the adjustable push handle C into the push handle clamp B 5 Repeat f...

Page 82: ...red height 3 Flip lever D to secure adjustable push handle C 4 Repeat for opposite side Additional Options Crutch Holder Attaches to backframe with clamp Luggage Carrier Attach luggage bracket to front frame with mounting screws Backpack Attach backpack to the backframe using backpack straps 82 1134872 D 08 ...

Page 83: ...otector A The front frame protector B Seat Positioning Strap Buckle style strap A bolts on to the chair Hook and loop style strap B wraps around the back frame and fastens in front Leg Strap Secure legs around the calves with the leg strap 1134872 D 08 83 ...

Page 84: ...oice required for coverage under this warranty Invacare warrants the upholstered materials seat and back and remaining components of this product when purchased new and unused to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of thirty six 36 months from date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer with a copy of the seller s invoice required for coverage under this warranty If withi...

Page 85: ...T INSTRUCTIONS THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND THE SOLE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY WARRANTY WHATSOEVER SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN THE APPLIC...

Page 86: ...and q q Are there too many warnings cautions q q Are there warnings cautions that you feel do not apply to this product q q Explain ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 5 Evaluate the style YES NO Is anything hard to locate follow q q Are any headings missing confusing q q Are there too many headings q q Should an...

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