Invacare 705 User Manual

Tub Bar

Assembly, Installation and Operating Instructions

Model No. 705

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Check ALL parts for shipping damage. If shipping
damage is noted, DO NOT use. Contact Carrier/Dealer for
further instruction.

SAFETY SUMMARYSAFETY SUMMARY

SAFETY SUMMARY

SAFETY SUMMARYSAFETY SUMMARY

To ensure the safe installation, adjustment, and opera­tion of Tub Bar, these instructions MUST be followed:

GENERAL WARNINGSGENERAL WARNINGS

GENERAL WARNINGS

GENERAL WARNINGSGENERAL WARNINGS

DO NOT install this equipment without first
reading and understanding this instruction
sheet. If you are unable to understand these
Warnings, Cautions and Instructions,
contact a healthcare professional, dealer or
technical personnel if applicable before
attempting to install this equipment ­otherwise, injury or damage may occur.

Always check the tub bar for proper tight­ness before using.

The tub bar provides support and increases
stability for an individual weighing up to 250
lbs (114 kg). The tub bar is NOT designed to
support the total weight of an individual.
Use the tub bar for assistance ONLY.

Hold the tub bar securely when entering or
exiting the bath tub.

DO NOT use the UPPER gripping position
(handle) of the tub bar when lowering or
raising yourself into or out of the bathtub.
The UPPER gripping position (handle) is
NOT designed to support an individual's
total weight. Pushing or pulling the UPPER
gripping position (handle) in a sideways
motion will loosen the tub bar from its
secured position and may cause injury.

Apply DOWNWARD force on the LOWER
gripping position ONLY when lowering or
raising yourself into or out of the bathtub
(FIGURE 1).

Upper Gripping

Position

(Handle)

Apply

DOWNWARD

force when entering

or exiting bathtub.

Bathtub construction varies and this prod­uct may not be appropriate for use on all
bathtub styles. Bathtubs with sloped inner
walls may not provide the tub bar sufficient
holding ability. Given this condition the
assembly can become dislodged during use.
After installation, verify that the device
holds as expected. Always verify that the
device is secure prior to use.

DO NOT use this device on bathtubs with
lipped walls.

DO NOT overtighten adjustment knob.
Instability to the tub bar and/or bath tub
damage can occur.

NOTE: For lipped bathtubs, wall mounted grip bars are
available.

INSTALLING THE TUB BARINSTALLING THE TUB BAR

INSTALLING THE TUB BAR

INSTALLING THE TUB BARINSTALLING THE TUB BAR
(FIGURE 2)(FIGURE 2)

(FIGURE 2)

(FIGURE 2)(FIGURE 2)

NOTE: Refer to the GENERAL WARNINGS AND
INSTALLATION WARNINGS in the
SAFETY SUMMARY of this instruction sheet.

1. Remove the tub bar from the package.

2. Loosen the adjustment knob on the tub bar.

3. Ensure that inside and outside area of bath tub

4. Place the tub bar over the top of the tub wall

5. Place the tub bar upright with the cutout

Adjustment

INSTALLATION WARNINGSINSTALLATION WARNINGS

INSTALLATION WARNINGS

INSTALLATION WARNINGSINSTALLATION WARNINGS

wall where tub bar will be placed is clean and dry.

with the external non-skid pad against the
outside of the tub wall and the internal non-skid
pad on the inside of the tub wall (FIGURE 2).

portion flat on the top of the tub wall and turn
the adjustment knob clockwise until consider­able resistance is felt, but DO NOT overtighten.

Bathroom Wall

Knob

Tub Bar

Internal

Non-Skid Pad

External

Lower

Gripping

Position

FIGURE 1- SAFETY SUMMARY

Part No. 1087201 TUB BAR

Non-Skid Pad

FIGURE 2 - INSTALLING THE TUB BAR

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Cutout

Tub Wall

Bathtub

6. Inspect the tub bar for stability by putting a

CARE AND MAINTENANCECARE AND MAINTENANCE

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

CARE AND MAINTENANCECARE AND MAINTENANCE

reasonable amount of weight onto the grip and
then try to move it from side to side.

7. If tub bar is unstable, loosen adjustment knob

and repeat STEP 5. If tub bar is still unstable,
DO NOT USE! Contact Invacare.

1. Use mild soap and water to clean.

2. An antibacterial cleaner is recommended for
sterilization.

3. Use a silicone lubricant for the threads of the
adjustment knob to inhibit rust.

USING THE TUB BARUSING THE TUB BAR

USING THE TUB BAR

USING THE TUB BARUSING THE TUB BAR

NOTE: Refer to the WARNINGS in the SAFETY
SUMMARY of this instruction sheet.

4. Periodically inspect the tub bar for wear,
damage, etc. DO NOT use if any damage
exists. Contact Invacare.

1. When entering or exiting the bathtub, hold
the tub bar securely by applying force on the
lower gripping position.

LIMITED WARRANTYLIMITED WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTYLIMITED WARRANTY

PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW
APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.

This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products.
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 the lifetime of the product

for the original purchaser. If within such warranty period any such product shall be proven to be defective, such
product shall be repaired or replaced, at Invacare's option. This warranty does not include any labor or shipping
charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of any such product. Invacare's sole obligation and your
exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to such repair and/or replacement.

For warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare product. In the event you
do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare at the address on the back cover.
Provide dealer's name, address, model number, and the date of purchase, indicate nature of the defect and, if the
product is serialized, indicate the serial number.

Invacare Corporation will issue a return authorization. The defective unit or parts must be returned for warranty
inspection using the serial number, when applicable, as identification within thirty (30) days of return authorization
date. DO NOT return products to our factory without our prior consent. C.O.D. shipments will be refused; please
prepay shipping charges.

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM
NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE ENCLOSED INSTRUCTIONS. IN ADDITION, THE
FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED PRODUCTS IF THE SERIAL
NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED; PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT,
IMPROPER OPERATION, MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE; OR PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT
INVACARE'S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO: MODIFICATION
THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS: PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY
REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVAC­ARE; PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE'S CONTROL; PRODUCTS
REPAIRED BY ANYONE OTHER THAN AN AUTHORIZED INVACARE DEALER, SUCH EVALUATION
SHALL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE.

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 APPLICATION OF
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY WHATSOEVER SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE
EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUEN­TIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.

THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND RE­QUIREMENTS.

TUB BAR Part No. 1087201

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Agarrador Para Sostenerse En La Bañera

Instrucciones para Ensamble, Instalación y Operación

Modelo No. 705

GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES

NOTA: Inspeccione TODAS las piezas por cualquier
daño durante el envío. En caso de daño, NO lo use.
Póngase en contacnto con el agente de la entrega o su
proveedor, para futuras instrucciones.

SUMARIO DE PRECAUCIONES

Para cerciorarse de contar con una instalación,
ajuste y uso seguros de la Barra para Bañera, es
OBLIGATORIO acatar estas instrucciones:

ADVERTENCIAS GENERALESADVERTENCIAS GENERALES

ADVERTENCIAS GENERALES

ADVERTENCIAS GENERALESADVERTENCIAS GENERALES

NO instale este equipo sin antes leer y
entender esta hoja de instrucciones.
Si tiene dificultad en entender estas
Advertencias, Precauciones e
Instrucciones, póngase en contacto con
un profesional de la salud, su proveedor
o personal técnico, si aplica, antes de
intentar la instalación de este equipo.
De otro modo, heridas o daño personal
pueden ocurrir.

Siempre inspeccione el Agarrador,
asegurándose de que está bien apretado,
antes de usarlo.

El Agarrador para sostenerse en la
Bañera provee soporte y aumenta la
estabilidad para una persona de un peso
máximo de 250 libras (114 kg).
El Agarrador NO fué diseñado para
soportar el peso completo del individuo.
Uselo como un aparato que provee
soporte y ayuda SOLAMENTE.

Agárrese firmenente del Agarrador
cuando entre o salga de la bañera.

NO USE el agarrador SUPERIOR
cuando se sumerja o levante, al entrar o
salir de la bañera. La parte superior del
Agarrador NO FUE diseñada para
soportar el peso completo del individuo.
Al empujar o jalar la parte
SUPERIOR del Agarrador, moviéndola
hacia ambos lados, causará que el
aparato se afloje, pierda su posición
asegurada y como resultado, el usario
sufra algún accidente y heridas.

ADVERTENCIAS GENERALESADVERTENCIAS GENERALES

ADVERTENCIAS GENERALES

ADVERTENCIAS GENERALESADVERTENCIAS GENERALES

Aplique fuerza HACIA ABAJO en la
parte INFERIOR del Agarrador
SOLAMENTE cuando se asiente o
levante, entrando o saliendo de la
bañera (FIGURA 1).

Posición del

Agarrador

Superior

Posición del

Agarrador

Inferior

FIGURA 1 - SUMARIO DE

ADVERTENCIAS

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ADVERTENCIAS SOBRE LA

ADVERTENCIAS SOBRE LAADVERTENCIAS SOBRE LA

INSTALACION INSTALACION

INSTALACION

INSTALACION INSTALACION

El diseño de las bañeras varía
considerablemente, así que es posible que
este producto no sea apto para usarse en
todos los tipos de bañeras. Puede que las
bañeras con paredes internas inclinadas no
le proporcionen a la barra la suficiente
capacidad de apoyo. En tales casos, el
conjunto de la barra podría soltarse durante
el uso. Después de instalarla, verifique que la
barra esté sujeta como corresponde.
Siempre cerciórese de que la barra esté
colocada firmemente antes de usarla.

NO use esta barra en bañeras que tengan
paredescon rebordes.

NO aprete demasiado el botón ajustador.
Inestabilidad del agarrador y/o daño a la
bañera pueden ocurrir.

NOTA: Para bañeras con bordes en forma de labio, hay
disponibles barras de soporte que van montadas a la pared.

Aplique fuerza HACIA

ABAJO cuando entre o

salga de la bañera.

Part No. 1087201 TUB BAR

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