Invacare 9000 SL User Manual

Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

9000 SERIES

9000 SL

9000 XT

9000 XDT

9000XT RECLINER

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.

WARNING

WARNING

DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT

FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS

MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND

THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND

INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A

HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR A

WARNING

QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY

OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.

PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED

IN THIS MANUAL

MUST BE PERFORMED BY A

QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.

9000 Series 2 Part No. 1056953

CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY CARD .......................................................................... 4

SPECIAL NOTES................................................................................ 7

LABEL LOCATIONS ........................................................................... 8

SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................. 9

SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES ................................................ 11

INFORMATION FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS ................................... 11

STABILITY - ALL MODELS .................................................................................................................... 12

STABILITY - RECLINER MODELS ONLY .......................................................................................... 13

OPERATING INFORMATION.............................................................................................................. 13

TIRE PRESSURE ......................................................................................................................................... 15

WEIGHT TRAINING ............................................................................................................................... 15

WEIGHT LIMITATION ........................................................................................................................... 15

SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS ........................................................................................ 16

SECTION 2 - SAFETY INSPECTION .................................................. 23

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST .................................................................................................... 23

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................ 24

MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................................... 24

CONTENTS

SECTION 3 - FRONT RIGGINGS ....................................................... 26

INSTALLING/REMOVING/USING THE FOOTREST/LEGREST .................................................. 26

FOOTREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT .................................................................................................. 27

RAISING/LOWERING THE ELEVATING LEGREST ASSEMBLY ................................................. 29

IMPACT GUARDS/CALF STRAP ......................................................................................................... 29

HEEL LOOP REPLACEMENT ................................................................................................................ 30

SECTION 4 - ARMS ......................................................................... 32

ADJUSTING ARMREST HEIGHT ......................................................................................................... 32

SWING-BACK ARMS .............................................................................................................................. 32

REMOVING OR REPLACING ARMREST .......................................................................................... 33

REPLACING DESK/FULL LENGTH ARMREST PAD AND/OR CLOTHING GUARDS

(FIXED HEIGHT ARMS ONLY) ....................................................................................................... 34

CONVERTING FROM SPACE SAVER TO CONVENTIONAL ARMS OR

CONVENTIONAL TO SPACE SAVER ARMS (9000 XT/XDT WHEELCHAIRS) .............. 35

SECTION 5 - SEAT AND BACK ........................................................ 36

REPLACING THE SEAT UPHOLSTERY ............................................................................................. 36

REPLACING THE BACK UPHOLSTERY ........................................................................................... 37

ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT, BACK ANGLE OR SEAT DEPTH ...................................... 38

ADJUSTING THE SEAT WIDTH ......................................................................................................... 38

SECTION 6 - REAR WHEELS ............................................................ 39

REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS ............................................................................. 39

REPLACING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM ............................................................................................ 41

REPLACING/REPAIRING REAR WHEEL TIRE/TUBE .................................................................... 41

ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE ...................................................................................... 42

Part No. 1056953 3 9000 Series

CONTENTS

SECTION 7 - FRONT CASTERS ........................................................ 43

INSTALLING/REPLACING SIX OR EIGHT-INCH FRONT CASTERS AND FORKS ........... 43

REPLACING/REPAIRING FRONT CASTER TIRE/TUBE ............................................................... 44

FRONT CASTER MOUNTING ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................. 44

SECTION 8 - ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS ...................................... 45

INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE ANTI-TIPPERS .............................................................................. 45

USING/ADJUSTING THE DISK WHEEL LOCKS ............................................................................ 47

INSTALLING WHEEL LOCK SHOE EXTENSIONS ....................................................................... 47

SECTION 9 - RECLINER ................................................................... 50

RECLINER OPERATION ........................................................................................................................ 50

CONTENTS

REPLACING THE HEADREST PILLOW ............................................................................................ 52

REPLACING THE HEADREST/BACK UPHOLSTERY .................................................................... 46

ADJUSTING HEADREST/BACK UPHOLSTERY TENSION ......................................................... 53

ADJUSTING THE SEAT DEPTH ........................................................................................................... 53

ADJUSTING THE SEAT WIDTH ......................................................................................................... 53

STORING/REPLACING THE SPREADER BAR................................................................................. 54

INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIPPERS ....................................................................................................... 55

REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS ............................................................................. 56

USING/ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCKS ....................................................................................... 57

INSTALLING THE TELESCOPING I.V. ROD ................................................................................... 58

SECTION 10 - OPTIONS .................................................................. 60

INSTALLING/CLEANING THE TELESCOPING I.V. ROD/O2 HOLDERS............................... 60

INSTALLING THE CRUTCH AND CANE CARRIER .................................................................... 61

INSTALLING THE AMPUTEE BRACKET - SUPER HEMI MODELS ONLY ............................. 62

INSTALLING THE AMPUTEE BRACKET - ALL MODELS EXCEPT SUPER HEMI................. 63

NOTES ........................................................................................... 65

LIMITED WARRANTY ..................................................................... 67

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SPECIAL NOTES

SPECIAL NOTES

WARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or
unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage.

NOTICE

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT
TO 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.

WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT RESTRAINTS
Wheelchair users should NOT be transported in vehicles of any kind while
in wheelchairs. As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not
approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a
wheelchair, in a moving vehicle of any type.

SPECIAL NOTES

It is Invacares position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into
appropriate seating 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.

AS REGARDS RESTRAINTS - SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS - IT IS THE
OBLIGATION OF THE DME DEALER, THERAPISTS AND OTHER
HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS TO DETERMINE IF A SEATING RE­STRAINT IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS
EQUIPMENT BY THE USER. SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR IN THE
EVENT OF A FALL FROM A WHEELCHAIR.

Part No. 1056953 7 9000 Series

LABEL LOCATIONS

LABEL LOCATIONS

Crossmember

9000 XDT ONLY

Lower Frame

Tube

LABEL LOCATIONS

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The wheel locks on this wheelchair have been
pre-set at the factory to comply with the
Veterans Administration functional Standard

8320.01 of the Federal Register, paragraph

3.2.4.5.3. If these wheel locks do not meet
your needs, follow instructions below.

!

CAUTION

Any wheel lock adjustments should embed
wheel lock shoe at least 1/8" into tire when
locked (3/16" on pneumatic tires).

INSTRUCTIONS FOR WHEEL

LOCK ADJUSTMENTS

1. Loosen wheel lock mounting fastener,
which runs through mounting bracket and
frame.

2. Slide clamp toward rear wheel until wheel
lock shoe is embedded into tire material at
least 1/8" when handle is engaged to the
lock position (3/16" for pneumatic tires).

3. Tighten mounting fastener to secure
mounting bracket in desired location and
recheck lock shoe embedding.

4. Inspect for correct locking action BEFORE
actual use.

00078X021-0394

NOTE: On all anti-tippers
EXCEPT non-adjustable
anti-tippers.

Refer to Owner's Manual
for proper anti-tipper
setting.

WARNING

WARNING

DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT

THE ANTI-TIP TUBES

REV. 5/98

INSTALLED.

9000 XT RECLINER MODELS ONLY

WARNING

DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT

THE ANTI-TIP TUBES

REV. 5/98

DO NOT recline without occupant. When the
chair is not occupied the back will raise abrup­tly. Keep clear of the chair back when raising
or lowering to avoid injury.

INSTALLED.

P/N 60106X144

CAUTION

1085379

P/N 60106X144

1023096

MODELS WITH

QUICK-RELEASE

AXLES ONLY

CAUTION

SERVICE OF SPRING

WARNING

DETENT BALLS MUST BE SECURE-

LY SEATED IN RECESSED AREAS

OF AXLE BUSHINGS. ENSURE

THAT PLUNGER PIN IN HEAD END

OF AXLE IS FULLY RELEASED.

KEEP DETENT BALLS CLEAN.

1001948

9000 Series 8 Part No. 1056953

LIFT MECHANISM TO
BE PERFORMED BY
PROPERLY TRAINED
AUTHORIZED SERVICE
PERSONNEL ONLY.

1022642

SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

9000 SL 9000 XT

Overall Width: 23 or 25-inches 21, 22, 23, 25, 27, or 29-inches

Overall Depth: 43-1/2-inches

(With Front Riggings)

Seat Width: 16, 18 or 20-inches 14, 15, 16, 18, 20 or 22-inches

Seat Depth: 16 or 18-inches 16, 17, and 18-inches

SEAT-TO-FLOOR**

(By Frame Style)

Tall/Adult: N/A

Adult/Hemi: 15-1/2 to 19-1/2-inches in 1-inch increments

Super Hemi: N/A 13-1/2 and 14-1/2-inches

Back Style: Sectional - 1-inch increments Adjustable* - 1-inch increments

Adjustable Angle - 85° to 110°
in 5° increments

Back Height: 15 to 19-inches in 1-inch increments

Arm Styles: Swing Back* Space Saver, Swing Back Removable,

Desk* or Full Length in Space Saver* or Conventional in
Fixed* or Adjustable Height Desk* or Full Length and in

Fixed* or Adjustable Height

Front Riggings: Swingaway Footrests and Elevating Legrests

Rear Axle: Permanent* and Quick-Release

Rear Wheels: 20, 22 and 24*-inch Composite*; Urethane*,

Pneumatic or Pneumatic-Flat Free Insert

Handrims: Composite* and Aluminum, Composite*, Aluminum, Steel

Steel and Plastic Coated

Wheel Locks: Toggle Lock - Push or Pull

Caster Size: 6 x 1-inch Urethane, 6 x 1-inch Urethane,

8x1-1/4-inch* Urethane, 8x1-1/4-inch* Urethane,
8x1-inch Solid Rubber and 8x1-inch Solid Rubber and
8x1-1/4-inch Pneumatic or 8x1-1/4-inch Pneumatic or
Pneumatic-Flat Free Insert Pneumatic-Flat Free Insert,

8x1-3/4-inch Semi Pneumatic

Upholstery: Black Nylon*, Black Vinyl Black Nylon*,

Black Sail Cloth,
Heavy Vinyl

Frame Colors: Chrome* and Colors Chrome* and Colors

SPECIFICATIONS

Weight (18 x 16-inch seat): 33-1/2 pounds 31 pounds

Shipping Weight (approx.): 43 pounds 41-1/2 pounds

16x16-inch Seat Frame
with complete package

* NOTE: These options are standard for this model.

** NOTE: The seat-to-floor heights are based on urethane tires. If wheelchair is equipped with
pneumatic (properly inflated) or solid rubber tires, add 1/4-inch to the measurements listed above.
These heights can vary +/- 1/4-inch due to tire wear and manufacturing tolerances.

Part No. 1056953 9 9000 Series

SPECIFICATIONS

Overall Width: 23, 25, 27, 28, 29 or 31-inches 23, 25, 27, or 29-inches

Overall Depth: 46-inches 45-1/2-inches

(With Front Riggings)

Seat Width: 14, 16, 18, 19, 20 or 22-inches 16, 18, 20 or 22-inches

Seat Depth: 16, 17 and 18-inches 16, 17, 18, 19 and 20-inches

SEAT-TO-FLOOR**

(By Frame Style)

Tall/Adult: 17-1/2 to 19-1/2-inches 17-1/2, 19-1/2 and 21-1/2-inches

SPECIFICATIONS

Adult/Hemi: N/A

Super Hemi: N/A

Back Style: Reclining Adjustable - 1-inch increments

Back Height: 23 or 34-inches 15 to 19-inches in 1-inch increments

Arm Styles: Conventional Swing Back or Removable,

Front Riggings: Swingaway Footrests and Elevating Legrests

Rear Axle: Permanent

Rear Wheels: 20, 22 and 24*-inch Composite*, 24*-inch Composite*,

Handrims: Composite*, Aluminum, Steel Steel*, Aluminum

Wheel Locks: Toggle Lock - Push or Pull

Caster Size: 8x1-1/4-inch* Urethane, 8x1-inch Solid Rubber and

Upholstery: Heavy Vinyl, Light Vinyl, Black Nylon,

Frame Colors: Chrome and Colors

Weight: 50-1/2 pounds 36-1/2 pounds

Shipping Weight (approx.): 60-1/2 pounds 46-1/2 pounds

SPECIFICATIONS

9000 XT RECLINER 9000 XDT

in 1-inch increments

Desk* or Full Length and in Space Saver* or Conventional,
Fixed* or Adjustable Height Desk* or Full Length and in

Fixed* or Adjustable Height

Urethane*, Pneumatic or Urethane*, Pneumatic or
Pneumatic-Flat Free Insert Pneumatic-Flat Free Insert

and Plastic Coated and Plastic Coated

8x1-1/4-inch Pneumatic or Pneumatic-Flat Free Insert

8x1-3/4-inch Semi Pneumatic

Nylon, Sail Cloth Black Sail Cloth

Heavy Vinyl

18x17-inch Seat Frame 16x16-inch Seat Frame
with complete package with complete package

* NOTE: These options are standard for this model.

** 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.

9000 Series 10 Part No. 1056953

GENERAL GUIDELINES

Section 1 - General Guidelines includes the following:

Information for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants

Stability - All Models

Stability - Recliner Option ONLY

Operating Information

Tire Pressure

Weight Training

Weight Limitation

Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs

SECTION 1

INFORMATION FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/
ASSISTANTS

WARNING

Make sure the patient is properly positioned in the wheelchair before
reclining or inclining (reverse recline) to maintain maximum stability and
safety. (Refer to SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS in this sec­tion of the manual).

GENERAL GUIDELINES

Make sure occupant's hands and body are clear of all pinch points before
reclining back. Pinch Points exist between spreader bar and recliner
mechanism. Use caution, otherwise injury may occur.

ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (reverse
recline) the wheelchair.

When returning the occupant of the reclining back wheelchair to the full
upright position, more body strength will be required for approximately
the last twenty (20) degrees of incline (reverse recline). Make sure to use
proper body mechanics (use your legs) or seek assistance if necessary to
avoid injury.

DO NOT attempt to recline or incline the wheelchair back without occu­pant. Back will raise ABRUPTLY and cause injury. Keep clear when re­clining or inclining chair back to avoid injury.

Part No. 1056953 11 9000 Series

SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES

STABILITY - ALL MODELS

The seat depth, back height/angle, seat angle, size/position of the front
casters, size/position of the rear wheels, anti-tipper model, as well as the
user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any
change to one (1) or any combination of the ten (10) may cause the
wheelchair to decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be per­formed by a qualified technician.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

WARNING

Seat Depth

Back Height

Back Angle

Seat Angle

Caster Size

Caster Position

Wheel Size

Wheel Position

Anti-Tippers

(front and rear)

User Condition

Seat Depth  N/A N/A N/A üüN/A N/A üü

Back Height N/A  N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A ü

Back Angle N/A N/A  N/A N/A N/A N/A üüü

Seat Angle N/A N/A N/A  üüüü ü ü

Caster Size N/A N/A N/A ü  üü ü ü ü

Caster Position N/A N/A N/A üü  üü ü ü

Wheel Size N/A N/A N/A üü ü  üüü

Wheel Position N/A N/A N/A üü üü  üü

User Condition ьььььььь ь 

NOTE: When changes to the left hand column occur, follow across the chart and refer to the
ü procedure to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair.

The various seat-to-floor heights require specific settings depending on
rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired
seat-to-floor angle. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified
technician.

ANTI-TIPPERS

Anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor angles and/or seat-to­floor heights. Refer to the chart in INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE ANTI­TIPPERS in SECTION 8 of this manual for correct usage and adjustment. If
these requirements CANNOT be achieved, DO NOT use the wheelchair.
Contact a qualified technician. If changing the seat-to-floor height with or
without a change to seat-to-floor angle, the correct anti-tippers MUST be
used to maintain a 1-1/2 to 2-inch ground clearance.

Seat-to-floor angle of 0° or 3°: If so equipped, anti-tippers MUST be at­tached at all times. Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are an option for 0° or 3°
on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the anti-tippers),
Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard
for the wheelchair user.

9000 Series 12 Part No. 1056953

GENERAL GUIDELINES

WARNING (CONTINUED)

ANTI-TIPPERS (CONTINUED)

SECTION 1

Seat-to-floor angle of 6°: If changing the seat-to-floor angle to 6° , anti-tippers
MUST be installed.

STABILITY - RECLINER MODELS ONLY

WARNING

Anti-tippers MUST be installed. DO NOT operate without anti-tippers.

ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable BEFORE using the
recliner option.

Ensure the spreader bar is attached and secured before using the 9000XT
Recliner.

Always return the back to the upright position before lifting the wheel­chair.

LIFT KIT MODELS ONLY - Both spring lift mechanisms MUST be opera­tional BEFORE using the recliner. DO NOT operate the recliner option if
only one (1) of the spring lift mechanisms is operational.

LIFT KIT MODELS ONLY - DO NOT attempt to recline or incline the
wheelchair back without occupant. Back will raise ABRUPTLY and cause
injury. Keep clear when reclining or inclining chair back to avoid injury.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

OPERATING INFORMATION

WARNING

Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustment should be performed while
the wheelchair is unoccupied.

To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reach­ing and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a quali­fied healthcare professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair.

ALWAYS wear your Seat Positioning Strap. Inasmuch as the SEAT POSITION­ING STRAP is an option on this wheelchair (You may order with or without the
Seat Positioning Strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the Seat Posi­tioning Strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.

Always verify that hand grips on the rear cane are secure PRIOR to use when an
assistant is used to propel or lift the chair. Check for any signs of looseness or
deterioration and if found, contact a qualified technician. DO NOT attempt to
move the wheelchair by using the hand grips if they are found to be unsecure or
have deteriorated.

Part No. 1056953 13 9000 Series

SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES

WARNING (CONTINUED)

When cleaning rear cane or hand grip areas use only a clean towel lightly damp­ened with cool water. Verify that grips are dry prior to use. Use of soap or am­monia based cleaning solutions will result in the hand grips sliding off the cane
assembly. Failure to observe this warning may result in injury to the user or
bystanders.

DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open and the seat
frame rails are fully seated into the side frame H-blocks.

DO NOT TRAVERSE, CLIMB or GO DOWN ramps or slopes greater than 9°.

DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water, ice or oil
film.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

GENERAL GUIDELINES

DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways.

DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your
wheelchair to tip over and cause bodily harm to you or damage to 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. This will change your
center of gravity and may cause you to tip over.

DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward direction you are
reaching as the wheelchair may tip over.

WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES. DO NOT attempt to stop a moving
wheelchair with the wheel locks.

DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance.

DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious
bodily injury may occur.

Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution
should be taken to reduce the gap distance. Turn both casters parallel to the
object you are transferring onto. When transferring to and from the wheel­chair, ALWAYS ENGAGE BOTH WHEEL LOCKS.

DO NOT use parts, accessories, or adapters other than those authorized by
Invacare. Otherwise, the warranty is void.

DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable)
parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair
may result in injury to the user and/or assistant or damage to the wheelchair.

9000 XT RECLINER ONLY - DO NOT use the spreader bar to lift the
wheelchair. Refer to STORING/REPLACING THE SPREADER BAR in
SECTION 9 of this manual.

9000 Series 14 Part No. 1056953

GENERAL GUIDELINES

WARNING (CONTINUED)

DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair.

SECTION 1

DO NOT use the footplate as a platform. When getting in or out of the
wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are in the upward position.

NEVER use quick-release axles on the 9000 XT (models with offset axle
option ONLY), 9000XDT or 9000XT RECLINER wheelchairs.

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.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

TIRE PRESSURE

DO NOT use your 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. The recommended
tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire.

Replacement of a pneumatic tire or tube MUST be performed by a quali­fied technician.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

WARNING

WEIGHT TRAINING

WARNING

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 or damage to the wheelchair and the warranty is void.

WEIGHT LIMITATION

WARNING

The 9000 SL, 9000 XT, and 9000XT Recliner wheelchairs have a weight
limitation of 250 lbs (114 kg). The 9000XDT wheelchair has a weight
limitation of 350 lbs (159 kg).

Part No. 1056953 15 9000 Series

SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES

SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS

Safety and Handling of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the 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 discussed on the
following pages have been used successfully by many.

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

GENERAL GUIDELINES

heeded. Techniques in this manual are a starting point for the new wheelchair user and
assistant with safety as the most important consideration for all.

STABILITY AND BALANCE

WARNING

ALWAYS wear your seat/chest positioning strap. Inasmuch as the SEAT/
CHEST POSITIONING STRAP is an option on this wheelchair (You may
order with or without the Seat/Chest Positioning Strap), Invacare strongly
recommends ordering the Seat/Chest Positioning Strap as an additional
safeguard for the wheelchair user.

To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you must at all times maintain
proper balance. Your wheelchair has been designed to remain upright and stable during
normal daily activities as long as you do not move beyond the center of gravity.

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.

DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the armrests.
Make sure the casters are pointing in the forward position whenever you lean forward. This
can be achieved by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it in a straight line.

COPING WITH EVERYDAY OBSTACLES

Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by learning how to
manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of gravity to maintain stability and balance.

A NOTE TO WHEELCHAIR ASSISTANTS

When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to use good body mechanics.
Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenever tipping the wheelchair or traversing
curbs, or other impediments.

9000 Series 16 Part No. 1056953

GENERAL GUIDELINES

SECTION 1

WARNING

DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable)
parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair
may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair.

Always verify that hand grips on the rear cane are secure PRIOR to use when an
assistant is used to propel or lift the chair. Check for any signs of looseness or
deterioration and if found, contact a qualified technician. DO NOT attempt to
move the wheelchair by pulling on the hand grips if they are found to be unsecure
or have deteriorated.

9000 XT RECLINER ONLY - DO NOT use the spreader bar to lift the
wheelchair.

Also, be aware of detachable parts such as the spreader bar (9000 XT RECLINER ONLY),
armrests or legrests. These must NEVER be used to move the wheelchair 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.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

WARNING

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, back height/angle, seat angle, size/position of the front
casters, size/position of the rear wheels, anti-tipper model, as well as the
user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any
change to one (1) or any combination of the ten (10) may cause the
wheelchair to decrease in stability. 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. To determine and establish your
particular safety limits, practice bending,
reaching and transferring activities in several
combinations in the presence of a qualified
healthcare professional BEFORE attempting
active use of the wheelchair.

CENTER OF

GRAVITY

Proper positioning is essential for your

UNOCCUPIED OCCUPIED

safety. When reaching, leaning, or bending
forward, it is important to use the front casters as a tool to maintain stability and balance.

Part No. 1056953 17 9000 Series

SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES

REACHING, LEANING AND BENDING - FORWARD

WARNING

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.

Position the front casters so that they are
extended as far forward as possible and
engage wheel locks.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

REACHING, LEANING - BACKWARDS

DO NOT lean over the top of the
back upholstery. This will change
your center of gravity and may
cause you to tip over.

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.

TIPPING

When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non­removable (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 and/or pinch points.

WARNING

WARNING

DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance.

After mastering the techniques of tipping the wheelchair, use one (1) of the following
methods to tackle curbs, short stairs, etc.

9000 Series 18 Part No. 1056953

GENERAL GUIDELINES

SECTION 1

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.

WARNING

When lowering the front casters of the
wheelchair, DO NOT let the wheelchair
drop the last few inches to the ground.
This could result in injury to the occu­pant and/or damage to the wheelchair.

Step Tube

Roll the wheelchair forward and slowly lower
the front of the wheelchair in one continuous

METHOD 1 - WHEELCHAIR WITH

STEP TUBES

movement onto the sidewalk. Do not let the
wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occupant. Push
the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb.

Tipping - Curbs: Method 2 - Wheelchair Without Step Tubes.

WARNING

GENERAL GUIDELINES

Always verify that hand grips on the rear cane are secure PRIOR to use when an
assistant is used to propel or lift the chair. Check for any signs of looseness or
deterioration and if found, contact a qualified technician. DO NOT attempt to
move the wheelchair by pulling on the hand grips if they are found to be unsecure
or have deteriorated.

This method requires two (2) assistants. The second assistant should be positioned at the front of the
wheelchair lifting upward on a non-removable
(non-detachable) part of the wheelchair frame
when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the
wheelchair when the wheelchair is being low­ered to the ground.

The first assistant should stand on the sidewalk
and turn the wheelchair so that the rear wheels
are against the curb. Turn the anti-tippers so the
anti-tip wheels are pointing up. The wheelchair

METHOD 2 - WHEELCHAIR

WITHOUT STEP TUBE

should be tilted back to the balance point and, in one continuous upward movement, the rear wheels
should be pulled up and over the curb. DO NOT return the front casters to the ground until the
wheelchair has been pulled backward far enough for the front casters to clear the edge of the curb.

WARNING

When lowering the front casters of the wheelchair, DO NOT let the wheelchair
drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occupant
and/or damage to the wheelchair.

Roll the wheelchair backward and SLOWLY lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement.
Turn the anti-tippers so the anti-tip wheels are facing down.

Part No. 1056953 19 9000 Series

SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES

STAIRWAYS

ALWAYS wear your seat/chest positioning strap. Inasmuch as the SEAT/
CHEST POSITIONING STRAP is an option on this wheelchair (You may order
with or without the Seat/Chest Positioning Strap), Invacare strongly recom­mends ordering the Seat/Chest Positioning Strap as an additional safeguard for
the wheelchair user.

DO NOT attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on any removable (detachable)
parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may
result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair.

Always verify that hand grips on the rear cane are secure PRIOR to use

GENERAL GUIDELINES

when an assistant is used to propel or lift the chair. Check for any signs of
looseness or deterioration and if found, contact a qualified technician. DO
NOT attempt to move the wheelchair by pulling on the hand grips if they
are found to be unsecure or have deteriorated.

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. Make sure to use
ONLY secure, non-detachable parts for hand-held supports.

WARNING

9000 XT RECLINER ONLY - ALWAYS return the back to the upright position
before lifting the wheelchair.

Follow this procedure for moving the wheelchair between floors when an elevator is
NOT available:

1. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing up.

2. After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point, one assistant (in the rear)
backs the wheelchair up against the first step, while securely grasping a non-removable (non­detachable) part of the wheelchair for leverage.

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. The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheel­chair has been rolled away from the stairway.

5. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down.

WARNING: ESCALATORS

DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily
injury may occur.

9000 Series 20 Part No. 1056953

GENERAL GUIDELINES

TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER SEATS

WARNING

SECTION 1

BEFORE attempting to transfer in or
out of the wheelchair, every precau­tion should be taken to reduce the
gap distance. Turn both casters
parallel to the object you are trans­ferring onto. Also be certain the
wheel locks are engaged to help
prevent the wheels from moving.

CAUTION

When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the seat. This
will help prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair
tipping forward.

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 pointing parallel to it. Remove or flip up the armrest. Engage wheel
locks. Shift body weight into seat with transfer.

During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath you. Use a transfer
board if at all possible.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

UNFOLDING AND FOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR

WARNING

Keep hands and fingers clear of moving
parts to avoid injury.

DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheel­chair unless it is fully open and the seat
frame rails are fully seated into the side
frame H-blocks.

Unfolding.

1. Open the wheelchair by grasping the armrest of the wheelchair closest to you.

2. Tilt the wheelchair towards you (raising the opposite wheel and caster off the ground/floor).

3. Push downward on the TOP of the seat rail closest to you where the seat upholstery is
attached until the wheelchair is fully open.

4. 9000 XT RECLINERS ONLY - Secure the detached end of the spreader bar to the side
frame. Refer to STORING/REPLACING THE SPREADER BAR in SECTION 9 of this manual.

5. Engage both wheel locks, open the footrest/legrest for clearance and transfer into the wheel­chair. Refer to TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER SEATS in this section of the
manual.

Press DOWN

On Seat Rail

Part No. 1056953 21 9000 Series

SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES

Folding "Hammock or Sling Seat" Models.

1. 9000 XT RECLINERS ONLY - Detach one end of the spreader bar from the
side frame. Refer to STORING/REPLACING THE SPREADER BAR in SECTION 9 of
this manual.

2. Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to the front of the wheelchair.

3. Pivot footplates upward to vertical position.

4. With both hands, grasp the middle of the seat upholstery at the front and back edge
and lift up.

5. Continue to close the wheelchair by grasping the armrest furthest from you and
pulling the armest towards you.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

GENERAL GUIDELINES

"HAMMOCK OR SLING SEAT"

MODELS

Folding Solid-Seat Models.

1. 9000 XT RECLINERS ONLY - Detach one end of the spreader bar from the
side frame. Refer to STORING/REPLACING THE SPREADER BAR in SECTION 9 of
this manual.

2. Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to the front of the wheelchair.

3. Pivot footplates upward to vertical position.

4. From behind the wheelchair, grasp the
right hand edge of the solid seat.

5. Raise the seat to the hinged side.

6. With both hands, grasp the middle of
the front and back edges of the solid
folding seat and lift up untill the wheel­chair begins to close.

7. Continue to close the wheelchair by
grasping the armrest furthest from you
and pulling the armrest towards you.

SOLID-SEAT MODELS

9000 Series 22 Part No. 1056953

SAFETY INSPECTION

SECTION 2

Section 2 - Safety Inspection includes the following:

Safety Inspection Checklist Troubleshooting Maintenance

NOTE: Twice a year take your wheelchair to a qualified technician 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. Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair.

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure needs and prefer­ence. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:

ITEM Initially Weekly Monthly Periodically

GENERAL

SAFETY INSPECTION

 Wheelchair rolls straight

(no excessive drag or pull to one side). X X

FRAME AND CROSSBRACES

 Inspect for loose or missing hardware. X X
 Inspect for bent frame or crossbraces. X X

WHEEL LOCKS

 Do not interfere with tires when rolling. X X
 Pivot points free of wear and looseness. X X
 Wheel locks easy to engage. X X
 Wheel locks prevent chair from moving when engaged. X X

SEAT AND BACK

 Inspect for rips or sagging. X X
 Inspect for loose or broken hardware. X X
 Inspect cane hand grips for wear/looseness/deterioration. X X

TIRES

 Inspect for flat spots, cracks and wear. X X
 If pneumatic tires check for proper inflation. X X

CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and
tires should be checked periodically for cracks and
wear, and should be replaced.

REAR WHEELS

 If equipped, quick-release axles lock properly.

Lubricate if necessary. X X

 No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and

spun. X X

 Inspect for cracked, bent or broken spokes. X X

HANDRIMS

 Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling. X X

FRONT CASTERS/FORKS

 Inspect axle assembly for proper tension by

spinning caster; caster should come to a gradual stop. X X

 Adjust bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably or

binds to a stop. Ensure wheel bearings are clean and

free of moisture. X X X
 Check headtube locknuts for tightness. X X
 Inspect casters for cracks and wear. X X
 Inspect for cracked, bent or broken spokes. X X

CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and
tires should be checked periodically for cracks and
wear, and should be replaced.

CLEANING

 Clean upholstery and armrests. X X

SAFETY INSPECTION

Part No. 1056953 23 9000 Series

SECTION 2 SAFETY INSPECTION

TROUBLESHOOTING

Chair Chair Sluggish Squeaks
Veers 3 Turn or Caster and Looseness

Right/Left Wheels Performance Flutter Rattles in Chair SOLUTIONS

SAFETY INSPECTION

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONSMAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONSMAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

X X X X Check tires for correct

and equal pressure.

X X X X Check for loose nuts and bolts.

X X X Check caster headtube angle.

X X Check that rear wheels are

equally spaced away from seat
frame

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all
attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage
may result.

CAUTION

DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause
damage to the frame tubing.

SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

1. Before using your 9000 Series wheelchair, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check
all parts for damage or wear and replace. Check all parts for proper adjustment.

2. 9000 SL/9000XT ONLY - Keep quick-release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure
positive locking and proper operation. Refer to ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE
AXLE in SECTION 6 of this manual.

3. 9000 SL/9000XT ONLY - Oil quick-release axles at least once (1) a month (3-in-1
oil® or equivalent).

WARNING

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.

4. If tires are pneumatic, recommended tire pressure is listed on the sidewall of the
tire.

9000 Series 24 Part No. 1056953

SAFETY INSPECTION

SECTION 2

CAUTION

As with any vehicle, the rear wheels, casters and tires should be checked periodi­cally for cracks and wear, and should be replaced if damaged.

5. The rear wheels, casters and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and
wear, and should be replaced by a qualified technician if damaged.

NOTE: 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.

NOTE: Invacare recommends that tires and casters are replaced every five (5) years.

SAFETY INSPECTION

6. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear. Refer to

WHEEL LOCK

ADJUSTMENT in SECTION 8 of this manual.

7. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels. If loose,
have them tightened by a qualified technician.

8. Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from
moisture. Use a Teflon lubricant if necessary.

WARNING

9000 XT RECLINER ONLY: When cleaning rear cane or hand grip areas
use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water. Verify that grips
are dry prior to use. Use of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will
result in the hand grips sliding off the cane assembly. Failure to observe
this warning may result in injury to the user or bystanders.

9. Hand grips should be checked monthly for wear/looseness/deterioration. Clean if
desired. Replace if looseness or deterioration is found.

10. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.

Part No. 1056953 25 9000 Series

SECTION 3 FRONT RIGGINGS

Section 3 - Front Riggings includes the following:

Installing/Removing/Using the Footrest/Legrest

Footrest Height Adjustment

Raising/Lowering the Elevating Legrest Assembly

Impact Guards/Calf Strap

Heel Loop Replacement

FRONT RIGGINGS

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE FRONT RIGGINGS
(FIGURE 1)

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all
attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage
may occur.

NOTE: This procedure applies to the swingaway
footrests and the elevating legrest.

Front Rigging Release

Lever

INSTALLING

Front Rigging

1. Turn the front rigging assembly to the
side (open front rigging is perpendicu­lar to wheelchair).

2. Install the hinge plates on the front
rigging assembly onto the hinge pins on

Hinge

Pins

Hinge
Plates

the wheelchair frame.

3. Push the front rigging assembly to-

NOTE: Swingaway footrests shown.

wards the inside of the wheelchair until
it locks into place.

FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING/

REMOVING THE SWINGAWAY

NOTE: The footplate will be on the inside of the

FRONT RIGGING

wheelchair when locked in place.

4. Repeat this procedure for the other front rigging assembly.

5. To release the front rigging, push the front rigging release lever inward, rotate front
rigging outward.

Assembly

Footplate

REMOVING

1. Push the front rigging release lever inward

2. Rotate swingaway front rigging assembly outward.

3. Lift the swingaway front rigging assembly off of the hinge pins.

9000 Series 26 Part No. 1056953

FRONT RIGGINGS

SECTION 3

FOOTPLATE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

SPRING BUTTON HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 2)

NOTE: This procedure applies to the swingaway front riggings and swingaway elevating legrest.

1. Remove the front rigging assembly. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING THE
FRONT RIGGING in this section of the manual.

NOTE: Lay the front rigging assembly on a flat surface to simplify this procedure.

2. Pull the cam lock lever UP to UN­LOCKED position.

FRONT RIGGINGS

NOTE: The elevating legrest has two (2) sets of
release buttons, one (1) set above the other.
Each set will be visible one at a time allowing
finer footplate height adjustment.

3. Push IN the release buttons and
reposition the footplate assembly to
the desired height.

4. Ensure that the release buttons fully
protrude from holes on both sides of
the front rigging support.

5. Rotate cam lock lever DOWN to
LOCKED position.

6. Repeat this procedure for the other
footplate, if necessary.

7. Reinstall the swingaway front rigging
assembly. Refer to INSTALLING/RE­MOVING THE FRONT RIGGING in
this section of the manual.

Front Rigging

Support

Adjustment

Holes

Cam Lock

Lever

Release Button

Footplate
Assembly

NOTE: Swingaway footrest shown.

FIGURE 2 - FOOTPLATE HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT - SPRING BUTTON

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Part No. 1056953 27 9000 Series

SECTION 3 FRONT RIGGINGS

BOLT-IN-PLACE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 3)

NOTE: This procedure applies to the swingaway footrests and swingaway elevating legrest.

1. Remove the swingaway front rigging. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING THE

NOTE: Lay the front rigging assembly on a flat surface to simplify this procedure.

2. Pull the cam lock lever UP to UNLOCKED position.

3. Using a screw driver to hold the riv nut in position, remove the button head screw

4. Remove the riv nut and button head screw securing the footplate assembly to the

FRONT RIGGINGS

5. Adjust the footplate assembly height by aligning the desired adjustment holes in the

6. From the outside of the swingaway front rigging, insert the riv nut through both the

7. From the inside of the swingaway front rigging, insert the button head screw

FRONT RIGGINGS in this section of the manual.

from the riv nut.

front rigging support.

upper front rigging support and lower footplate assembly.

front rigging support and the footplate assembly.

through the appropriate adjustment hole and thread into the riv nut.

8. Using a screwdriver to hold the riv nut in position, securely tighten the button head
screw. Torque to 32 in-lbs.

9. Rotate cam lock lever DOWN to LOCKED position.

10. Repeat STEPS 1-9 to adjust the remaining footrest.

Riv Nut

FRONT

Button Head Screw

Adjustment Hole

Cam Lock Lever

INSIDE OF

SWINGAWAY

FRONT

RIGGING

Front Rigging

Front Rigging

Support

Riv Nut

Button Head

Adjustment

Support

Screw

Hole

Footplate
Assembly

NOTE: Swingaway footrests shown.

Footplate Assembly

OUTSIDE OF

SWINGAWAY

RIGGING

FIGURE 3 - FOOTPLATE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT - BOLT-IN-PLACE

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

9000 Series 28 Part No. 1056953

FRONT RIGGINGS

SECTION 3

RAISING/LOWERING THE ELEVATING LEGREST
ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 4)

WARNING

Ensure hands and fingers are clear of elevating legrest mechanism BE­FORE pushing release lever to lower the elevating legrest. Otherwise
injury may occur due to pinch points.

The wheelchair users leg MUST be supported by an assistant BEFORE
attempting to lower legrest.

1. To raise the elevating legrest, the
assistant should grab hold of the
support tube and raise elevating leg­rests until the desired height is ob­tained.

2. To lower the elevating legrest, per­form the following:

Release

Lever

FRONT RIGGINGS

A. Support user leg with one (1) hand.

B. Push release lever downward with

Support Tube

other hand.

FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING THE

C. Gently, lower user leg down and

ELEVATING LEGREST ASSEMBLY

rest against the legrest.

IMPACT GUARDS/CALF STRAP

(FIGURE 5)(FIGURE 5)

(FIGURE 5)

(FIGURE 5)(FIGURE 5)

1. Remove impact guard/calf strap from packaged container if not already secured to
the footrest.

2. Secure one (1) impact guard to the each footrest.

NOTE: Ensure the upper portion of the impact guard is between the two (2) horizontal supports
of the footrest.

3. Secure one (1) side of the calf strap around each footrest (with the impact guards
attached, if present).

Horizontal Support

Calf Strap

Upper Portion of

Footrest

Impact Guard

Horizontal

Support

FIGURE 5 - IMPACT GUARDS/CALF STRAP

Part No. 1056953 29 9000 Series

Notch

Impact

Guard

SECTION 3 FRONT RIGGINGS

HEEL LOOP REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 6)

1. Pull the cam lock lever UP to UNLOCKED position.

2. Perform one (1) of the following as shown in DETAIL "A" of FIGURE 6:

FRONT RIGGINGS

3. Remove the mounting screw, spacer and locknut that secure the heel loop to the

4. Remove EXISTING heel loop from slide tube.

5. Install NEW heel loop onto slide tube.

6. Install the mounting screw, spacer and locknut to secure the heel loop to the

A. FOOTPLATES WITH SPRING BUTTONS: Push IN the release buttons and

remove the footplate assembly from the front rigging support.

B. BOLT-IN-PLACE FOOTPLATES:

 Using a screw driver to hold the riv nut in position, remove the button head

screw from the riv nut.

 Remove the riv nut and button head screw securing the footplate assembly to

the front rigging support.

footplate.

footplate. Tighten until the spacer is secure.

7. Insert the lower footrest assembly into the upper footrest assembly to desired
height.

8. Perform one (1) of the following as shown in DETAIL "A" of FIGURE 6:

A. FOOTPLATES WITH SPRING BUTTONS: Ensure that the release buttons fully

protrude from holes on both sides of the upper footrest support.

B. BOLT-IN-PLACE FOOTPLATES:

 From the outside of the swingaway front rigging, insert the riv nut through

both the front rigging support and the footplate assembly.

 From the inside of the swingaway front rigging, insert the button head screw

through the appropriate adjustment hole and thread into the riv nut.

. Using a screwdriver to hold the riv nut in position, securely tighten the

button head screw. Torque to 32 in-lbs.

9. Rotate cam lock lever DOWN to LOCKED position.

9000 Series 30 Part No. 1056953

FRONT RIGGINGS

SECTION 3

DETAIL "A"

FOOTPLATES WITH

SPRING BUTTONS

Front Rigging

Support

Release

Adjustment

Holes

Cam Lock Lever

Button

Footplate
Assembly

NOTE: Swingaway footrest shown.

Mounting Screw

Spacer

BOLT-IN-PLACE

FOOTPLATES

Front Rigging

Support

Cam Lock Lever

Footplate Assembly

INSIDE OF

SWINGAWAY

FRONT

RIGGING

Cam Lock Lever

Heel Loop

Front Rigging

Support

Button Head

Screw

Adjustment

Hole

NOTE: Swingaway
footrests shown.

Riv Nut

FRONT RIGGINGS

Footplate
Assembly

OUTSIDE OF

SWINGAWAY

FRONT

RIGGING

Slide Tube

Footplate Assembly

Locknut

Footplate

FIGURE 6 - HEEL LOOP REPLACEMENT

Part No. 1056953 31 9000 Series

SECTION 4 ARMS

Section 4 - Arms includes the following:

Adjusting Armrest Height

Swing-Back Arms

Removing or Replacing Armrest

Replacing Desk/Full Length Armrest Pad and or Clothing Guards (Fixed Height Arms Only)

Converting From Space Saver to Conventional Arms or Conventional to Space Saver
Arms (9000 XT/XDT Wheelchairs)

ARMS

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attach­ing hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.

ADJUSTING ARMREST HEIGHT (FIGURE 1)

WARNING

Make sure the height adjustment
lever is in the locked position be­fore using the wheelchair.

1. Unlock the armrest by flipping the
height adjustment lever on the top
front of the armrest to the UP (HORI­ZONTAL) position.

2. Adjust armrest to one (1) of five (5)
positions.

NOTE: Height adjustment lever MUST be in
the unlocked position when placing armrest into
the arm assembly.

Locked (Vertical)

Armrest

Unlocked (Horizontal)

Adjustment

FIGURE 1 - ADJUSTING ARMREST

HEIGHT

Height

Lever

3. Lock the armrest by pressing the height adjustment lever into the DOWN (VERTI­CAL) position when the desired armrest height is achieved.

4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for other armrest.

SWING-BACK ARMS (FIGURE 2)

NOTE: This procedure applies to 9000SL, 9000XT, and 9000XDT wheelchairs ONLY.

WARNING

Make sure the armrest release
lever is in the locked position be­fore using the wheelchair.

Swing

Back Arm

1. Unlock the swing-back arms by rotat­ing the armrest release lever towards
the outside of the wheelchair.

2. Pull the front of the swing-back arm
straight up/out of the arm socket and
towards the rear of the wheelchair.

9000 Series 32 Part No. 1056953

Rear

Arm Socket

FIGURE 2 - SWING-BACK ARMS -

9000SL, 9000XT, 9000XDT

Front

Armrest
Release

Lever

ARMS

SECTION 4

3. To use the swing-back arm, push the swing-back arm towards the front of the
wheelchair and then downward into the arm socket.

NOTE: Armrest release lever MUST be in the unlocked position when placing armrest into the
arm sockets.

4. Lock the swing-back arms by rotating the armrest release lever towards the inside
of the wheelchair.

REMOVING OR REPLACING ARMREST (FIGURE 4)

WARNING

Make sure the armrest release lever is in the locked position before using
the wheelchair.

9000XDT: ONLY use heavy duty,
fixed height armrests on 9000XDT
wheelchairs - otherwise injury or
damage may occur.

Heavy duty, fixed height armrests
are identified by a circular mark on
the rear arm post above or below
the the armrest release handle.

Rear Arm Post

Armrest Release

Handle

NOTE: Identifyng
circular mark located
on the rear arm post
above or below the
the release lever.

ARMS

NOTE: This procedure DOES NOT apply to 9000 SL wheelchairs.

Make sure the armrest release lever is in the locked position before using the
wheelchair.

REMOVING ARMRESTS

1. Unlock the armrest by turning the armrest release levers towards the outside of the wheel­chair.

2. Lift armrest completely out of arm sockets from the wheelchair.

REPLACING ARMRESTS

NOTE: Armrest release levers MUST be in the un­locked position when placing armrests into the arm
sockets.

1. Place armrest into arm sockets located on
the side of the wheelchair.

2. Lock the armrest by turning the armrest
release levers towards the inside of the
wheelchair.

Armrest
Release

Lever

Arm

Socket

FIGURE 4 - REMOVING OR

REPLACING ARMREST

Armrest

Armrest

Release Lever

Arm

Socket

Part No. 1056953 33 9000 Series

SECTION 4 ARMS

REPLACING DESK/FULL LENGTH ARMREST PAD AND/OR
CLOTHING GUARDS (FIXED HEIGHT ARMS ONLY) (FIGURE 3)

ARMS

ARMREST PAD

1. Remove the mounting screws that secure
the armrest pad to the armrest assembly.

2. Replace armrest pad and securely tighten
with the existing mounting screws.

CLOTHING GUARD

1. Remove the four (4) mounting screws that
secure the existing clothing guard to the
armrest assembly.

2. Install NEW clothing guard and securely
tighten with the existing mounting screws.

Mounting Screws

Clothing

Guard

Mounting Screws

Mounting Screws

Armrest Pad

FIGURE 3 - REPLACING DESK/
FULL LENGTH ARMREST PAD
AND/OR CLOTHING GUARDS

(FIXED HEIGHT ARMS ONLY)

Armrest

Assembly

9000 Series 34 Part No. 1056953

ARMS

SECTION 4

CONVERTING FROM SPACE SAVER TO CONVENTIONAL
ARMS OR CONVENTIONAL TO SPACE SAVER ARMS
(9000 XT/XDT WHEELCHAIRS) (FIGURE 5)

NOTE: Space Saver arms DO NOT work with the following:

A. 9000XT with the adjustable angle back option.
B. The 9000XT Recliner.

1. Remove the arms from the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING OR REPLACING
ARMRESTS in this section of the manual.

2. Remove the locknut and hex screw that secure the arm socket to the wheelchair frame.

3. Repeat STEP 2 for the opposite side of the wheelchair.

4. Reposition the arm socket to one (1) of two (2) positions:

ARM TYPE ARM SOCKET POSITION (On Wheelchair Frame)

Conventional OUTSIDE

Space Saver INSIDE

NOTE: Make sure arm sockets sit flush against the wheelchair frame.

ARMS

5. Reinstall the hex screw and locknut that secure the arm socket to the wheelchair
frame and securely tighten.

6. Repeat STEP 5 for the opposite side of the wheelchair.

7. Install the NEW arms onto the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING OR REPLACING
ARMRESTS in this section of the manual.

8. Refer to the following chart to determine if the rear wheel axle spacer is needed:

ARM TYPE AXLE SPACER NEEDED?

Conventional Arms YES

Space Saver Arms NO

9. If rear wheel axle spacer is needed, refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR
WHEELS in SECTION 6 of this manual.

SPACE SAVER ARM POSITION

Hex Screw

Arm Socket (INSIDE of

Wheelchair Frame)

CONVENTIONAL ARM POSITION

Arm Socket (OUTSIDE

of Wheelchair Frame)

Locknut

Hex Screw

Locknut

Left Side of Wheelchair Frame

Wheelchair

Frame

Right Side of

Wheelchair Frame

FIGURE 5 - CONVERTING FROM SPACE SAVER TO CONVENTIONAL

ARMS OR CONVENTIONAL TO SPACE SAVER ARMS

(9000 XT/XDT WHEELCHAIRS)

Part No. 1056953 35 9000 Series

SEAT AND BACKSECTION 5

Section 5 - Seat and Back includes the following:

Replacing the Seat Upholstery

Replacing the Back Upholstery

Adjusting the Back Height, Back Angle or Seat Depth

Adjusting the Seat Width

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all
attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage
may occur.

SEAT AND BACK

NOTE: The procedures in this section apply to NON-RECLINER models only. For 9000XT RE­CLINER models, refer to SECTION 9 of this manual.

REPLACING THE SEAT UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 1)

1. Remove the mounting screws that secure the existing seat upholstery to the wheel­chair frame.

NOTE: The chart below determines the number of mounting screws for each seat depth.

2. Remove the EXISTING seat upholstery from the wheelchair frame.

3. Install NEW seat upholstery by reversing STEPS 1-2.

SEAT DEPTH NUMBER OF SCREWS

16-inch 8

17-inch to 20-inch 10

16-inch Seat Depth

Seat Upholstery

Mounting Screws

Wheelchair Frame

FIGURE 1 - REPLACING THE SEAT UPHOLSTERY

9000 Series 36 Part No. 1056953

REPLACING THE BACK UPHOLSTERY

SCREW ON BACK UPHOLSTERY - 9000 SL (FIGURE 2)

1. Flip swing back arms up and out of the
way. Refer to
SECTION 4 of this manual.

2. Remove the six (6) mounting screws and
washers that secure the EXISTING back
upholstery to the back canes.

3. Cut the tie wraps that secure the EXIST­ING back upholstery to the wheelchair
frame.

4. Securely tighten the NEW back uphol­stery to the back canes with the six (6)
mounting screws and washers starting
with the top hole of the back cane.

SWING-BACK ARMS in

Washers

Mounting

Screws

Tie Wraps

Mounting Screws

SECTION 5SEAT AND BACK

Back Upholstery

Back

Cane

Washers

SEAT AND BACK

5. Install two (2) NEW tie wraps through
the bottom holes of the upholstery to
the bottom of the back upholstery to the

FIGURE 2 - REPLACING THE

SCREW ON BACK UPHOLSTERY -

9000 SL

back canes.

6. Flip swing-back arms down for use. Refer to

SWING-BACK ARMS in SECTION 5 of this

manual.

SLIP ON BACK UPHOLSTERY - 9000 XT/XDT (FIGURE 3)

1. Remove the two (2) mounting screws and
washers that secure the existing back
upholstery to the back canes.

2. Remove the two (2) mounting screws and
locknuts that secure one (1) back cane to
the wheelchair frame.

NOTE: It is necessary to remove only one (1) back
cane to replace the back upholstery.

3. Pull the loose back cane out of the
existing back upholstery.

4. Pull the existing back upholstery up and
over the mounted back cane.

5. Install the NEW back upholstery over the
mounted back cane.

6. Slide the loose back cane through the NEW back upholstery.

Washer

Mounting

Screws

Back Cane

Back Upholstery

NOTE: The two (2) mounting screws and lock­nuts that secure the back cane to the wheel­chair frame are not shown for clarity.

FIGURE 3 - REPLACING THE SLIP

ON BACK UPHOLSTERY -

9000 XT/XDT

7. Secure the back cane to the wheelchair frame with the two (2) allen screws and locknuts.

8. Secure the NEW back upholstery to the back canes with the existing mounting screws and
washers.

Part No. 1056953 37 9000 Series

SEAT AND BACK

SEAT AND BACKSECTION 5

ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT, BACK ANGLE OR SEAT
DEPTH

WARNING

The seat depth, back height/angle, seat angle, size/position of the front
casters, size/position of the rear wheels, anti-tipper model, as well as the
user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any
change to one (1) or any combination of the ten (10) may cause the
wheelchair to decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be per­formed by a qualified technician.

ADJUSTING THE SEAT WIDTH

WARNING

Adjusting the seat width of the 9000SL, 9000XT, 9000XDT MUST be
performed by a qualified technician.

9000 Series 38 Part No. 1056953

Section 6 - Rear Wheels includes the following:

Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels

Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim

SECTION 6REAR WHEELS

Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube

Adjusting the Quick-Release Axle

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all
attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may
occur.

NOTE: The procedures in this section apply to NON-RECLINER models only EXCEPT where
noted. For RECLINER models, refer to SECTION 9 of this manual.

REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS

WARNING

If changing the size of the rear wheel or a change in the SEAT-TO­FLOOR HEIGHT is desired, this procedure MUST be performed by a
qualified technician.

PERMANENT AXLES

REAR WHEELS

WARNING

If the wheelchair is equipped with permanent axles, removal/installation
of the rear wheels must be performed by a qualified technician.

QUICK-RELEASE AXLES (FIGURE 1)

WARNING

NEVER use quick-release axles on the 9000 XT (models with offset axle
option ONLY), 9000XDT or 9000XT RECLINER wheelchairs.

NOTE: If replacing the same size rear wheel, note the mounting position on the wheelchair frame
for proper reinstallation of the NEW rear wheel.

1. Push in the detent pin of the quick-release axle (with wheel) and pull the axle out
through the opening in the center of the rear wheel and axle spacer.

NOTE: Axle spacer is used only if wheelchair is equipped with conventional arms.

2. Push in the detent pin of the quick-release axle again and pull the axle out of the
rear wheel.

3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite rear wheel.

Part No. 1056953 39 9000 Series

REAR WHEELSSECTION 6

4. To reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair, reverse STEPS 1-3.

NOTE: Make sure axle spacer is between rear wheel and wheelchair frame if wheelchair is
equipped with conventional arms.

WARNING

Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the quick-release axle are
fully released BEFORE operating the wheelchair.

The locking pins MUST be protruding past the inside of the rear wheel
axle bushing for a positive lock (DETAIL "A", FIGURE 3).

REAR WHEELS

Keep locking pins clean.

Invacare recommends inserting quick-release axles with the detent pin to
the inside of the wheelchair to prevent accidental release during contact
activities.

5. If the locking pins are not protruding past the inside of the axle bushing or there is
too much side to side movement of the rear wheel assembly, refer to ADJUSTING
THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE in this section of the manual.

INSIDE OF

WHEELCHAIR

DETAIL "A" - LOCKING PINS AND DETENT PIN

Axle Bushing

Locking Pins

OUTSIDE OF

WHEELCHAIR

Detent Pin

Quick-Release Axle

Axle Mounting Positions

Axle Spacer (Conventional Arms Only)

Quick-Release Axle

Rear Wheel

Wheelchair Frame

FIGURE 1 - REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS -

QUICK-RELEASE AXLES

9000 Series 40 Part No. 1056953

SECTION 6REAR WHEELS

REPLACING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM (FIGURE 2)

WARNINGWARNING

WARNING

WARNINGWARNING

Rear

Wheel

Wheelchairs with 300lbs weight
limit: DO NOT use composite
handrims - otherwise injury or
damage may occur.

If the wheelchair is equipped with
permanent axles, this procedure
MUST be performed by a qualified
technician.

1. Remove the rear wheel from the
wheelchair. For non-recliner models,

Handrim

FIGURE 2 - REPLACING REAR

WHEEL HANDRIM

refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING THE
REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual. For 9000XT Recliner, refer to REMOV­ING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS in SECTION 9 of this manual.

2. Remove the mounting screws that secure the handrim to the rear wheel.

Mounting Screw

REAR WHEELS

3. Remove the existing handrim.

4. Install the NEW handrim by reversing the above procedures.

WARNING

Make sure detent pin and locking pins of the quick-release axles are fully
released BEFORE operating the wheelchair .

5. Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING THE
REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual.

6. If the locking pins of the quick-release axles (if applicable) are not protruding past
the inside of the axle bushing or there is too much movement of the rear wheel
assembly in a back and forth position, refer to ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE
AXLE in this section of the manual.

7. Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel if necessary.

REPLACING/REPAIRING REAR WHEEL TIRE/TUBE

WARNINGWARNING

WARNING

WARNINGWARNING

Replacement of rear wheel tire or tube MUST be performed by a quali­fied technician.

Part No. 1056953 41 9000 Series

REAR WHEELSSECTION 6

ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE (FIGURE 3)

WARNING

NEVER use quick-release axles on the 9000 XT (models with offset axle
option ONLY), 9000XDT or 9000XT RECLINER wheelchairs.

1. Remove rear wheel and quick-release axle from the wheelchair. Refer to REMOV­ING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual.

2. Depress detent pin in the quick-release axle and slide axle through the rear wheel hub.

3. Release detent pin ensuring that the locking pins are fully released.

REAR WHEELS

4. Increase or decrease end play by adjusting the locknut on the end of the quick-release
axle.

Make sure detent pin and locking pins of the quick-release axles are fully
released BEFORE operating the wheelchair .

Keep locking pins clean.

5. Reinstall rear wheel onto the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING THE
REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual.

Axle Bushing

Locking Pins

Axle Spacer

(Conventional

Arms Only)

WARNING

Quick-Release Axle

Locknut

Detent Pin

Rear

Wheel

Hub

FIGURE 3 - ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE

9000 Series 42 Part No. 1056953

Section 7 - Front Casters includes the following:

Installing/Replacing Six or Eight-inch Front Casters and Forks

Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire/Tube

SECTION 7FRONT CASTERS

Front Caster Mounting Adjustments

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all
attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may
occur.

INSTALLING/REPLACING SIX OR EIGHT-INCH FRONT
CASTERS AND FORKS (FIGURE 1)

WARNING

If converting from six-inch caster to an eight-inch caster or vice versa,
there are SEAT-TO-FLOOR height adjustments that must be made.
Therefore, this procedure MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

NOTE: This procedure can be performed if replacing the exact same size front caster.

1. Remove the dust cover.

2. Remove the locknut that secures the fork to the caster headtube.

3. Drop the front caster and fork out of the caster headtube.

FRONT CASTERS

NOTE: 9000XDT ONLY - Make sure to reinstall the 2-inch extension spacer. See DETAIL "A".

4. Slide in the new six/eight-inch front caster and fork.

5. Reassemble by reversing STEPS 1-3.

6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite front caster.

7. To properly tighten caster journal system and guard against flutter, perform the follow­ing check:

A. Tip back of wheelchair to floor.

B. Pivot both forks and casters to top of their arc simultaneously.

C. Let casters drop to bottom of arc (wheels should swing once to one-side, then

immediately rest in a straight downward position).

D. Adjust locknuts according to freedom of caster swing.

8. Test wheelchair for maneuverability.

9. Readjust locknuts if necessary, and repeat STEPS 7-8 until correct.

10. Snap dust cover over the locknut and stem.

Part No. 1056953 43 9000 Series

FRONT CASTERSSECTION 7

FRONT CASTERS

2-inch

Extension

Spacer

Fork Stem

DETAIL "A"

Dust Cover

Locknut

Caster Headtube

Front Caster

and Fork

FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING/REPLACING SIX OR EIGHT-INCH FRONT

CASTERS AND FORKS

REPLACING/REPAIRING FRONT CASTER TIRE/TUBE

WARNINGWARNING

WARNING

WARNINGWARNING

Replacement of front caster tire or tube MUST be performed by a quali­fied technician.

CAUTION

As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically
for cracks and wear, and should be replaced when necessary.

FRONT CASTER MOUNTING ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING

Front caster mounting adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified
technician.

9000 Series 44 Part No. 1056953

SECTION 8ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS

Section 8 - Anti-tippers/Wheel Locks includes the following:

Installing/Adjusting the Anti-Tippers Installing Wheel Lock Shoe Extensions

Using/Adjusting the Disk Wheel Locks

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attach­ing hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.

NOTE: The procedures in this section apply to NON-RECLINER models only EXCEPT where noted. For
9000XT RECLINER, refer to SECTION 9 of this manual.

INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE ANTI-TIPPERS

WARNING

Anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor angles and/or seat-to-floor
heights. Refer to the chart in this section of the manual for correct usage and
adjustment. If these requirements CANNOT be achieved, DO NOT use the
wheelchair. Contact a qualified technician. If changing the seat-to-floor height
with or without a change to seat-to-floor angle, the correct anti-tippers MUST be
used to maintain a 1-1/2 to 2-inch ground clearance.

ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS

Seat-to-floor angle of 0° or 3°: If so equipped, anti-tippers MUST be attached at all
times. Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are an option for 0° or 3° on this wheelchair
(You may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends
ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard for the wheelchair user.

Seat-to-floor angle of 6°: If changing the seat-to-floor angle to 6°, anti-tippers
MUST be ordered and installed.

Anti-tippers MUST be fully engaged and release buttons fully protruding out of
adjustment holes.

Ensure both anti-tippers are adjusted to the same mounting hole.

INSTALLING ANTI-TIPPERS (FIGURE 1)

1. Remove plug button (not shown) from end of rear frame tubing and install anti-rattles if not
already installed.

2. Press the release buttons IN and insert the anti-tippers with the anti-tipper wheels pointing
toward the ground/floor into the rear frame tubing until the bottom release button locks in
place.

3. Measure the distance between the bottom
of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/
floor.

NOTE: A 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between the bot­tom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor
MUST be maintained at all times.

4. If the distance between the bottom of anti­tipper wheels and the ground/floor is not
1-1/2 to 2-inches, adjust anti-tippers. Refer
to ADJUSTING THE ANTI-TIPPERS in this
section of the manual.

Anti-Tipper Wheels

Anti-Tipper

Release Buttons

Anti-Rattle

Rear Frame Tubing

FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING THE

ANTI-TIPPERS

Part No. 1056953 45 9000 Series

ADJUSTING (FIGURE 2)

ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKSSECTION 8

ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS

1. Press the release buttons on the wheeled
portion of the anti-tipper and slide it up or

Release Buttons

down to achieve the 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance.

2. Check to make sure that the release buttons

1-1/2 to 2-inch Clearance

are fully engaged in adjustment holes.

FIGURE 2 - ADJUSTING THE

ANTI-TIPPERS

NOTE: Refer to the following charts to ensure the correct anti-tipper is installed in the wheelchair.
Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate depending
on front caster size and type. Anti-Tipper length
measurement is taken with the extension tube
in the longest position available.The anti-tipper

Anti-Tipper

Height

Flat Surface

height measurement MUST be taken with the
anti-tipper on a flat surface.

9000 XT (SUPER LOW FRAME)

CASTER SEAT-TO-FLOOR ANTI-TIPPER ON CHAIR OFF CHAIR

SIZE HEIGHT LENGTH / HEIGHT KIT NUMBER

6-inch 13-1/2 and 14-1/2-inches 10-1/2 / 2-inches 1360SH 1064520

9000 XDT (ADULT TALL FRAME)

Anti-Tipper Length

CASTER SEAT-TO-FLOOR ANTI-TIPPER ON CHAIR OFF CHAIR

SIZE HEIGHT LENGTH / HEIGHT KIT NUMBER

8-inch 17-1/2 and 19-1/2-inches 11-5/8 / 2-3/4-inches 1360A 1058752

8-inch 21-1/2-inches 13-1/2 / 3-1/2-inches 1360 1058836

9000 XT WITH 0° SEAT-TO-FLOOR ANGLE (ADULT/HEMI FRAME)

CASTER SEAT-TO-FLOOR ANTI-TIPPER ON CHAIR OFF CHAIR

SIZE HEIGHT LENGTH / HEIGHT KIT NUMBER

8-inch 17-1/2,18-1/2-inches 13-1/2 / 3-1/2-inches N/A 1058836

6-inch 16-1/2,17-1/2-inches 13-1/2 / 3-1/2-inches N/A 1058836

15-1/2-inches 11-5/8 / 2-3/4-inches N/A 1058752

9000 XT WITH 3° SEAT-TO-FLOOR ANGLE AND 9000 SL (ADULT/HEMI FRAMES)

CASTER SEAT-TO-FLOOR ANTI-TIPPER ON CHAIR OFF CHAIR

SIZE HEIGHT LENGTH / HEIGHT KIT NUMBER

8-inch 17-1/2,18-1/2,19-1/2-inches 13-1/2 / 3-1/2-inches 1360 1058836

6-inch 15-1/2,16-1/2,17-1/2-inches 11-5/8 / 2-3/4-inches 1360A 1058752

9000 XT WITH 6° SEAT-TO-FLOOR ANGLE (ADULT/HEMI FRAME)

CASTER SEAT-TO-FLOOR ANTI-TIPPER ON CHAIR OFF CHAIR

SIZE HEIGHT LENGTH / HEIGHT KIT NUMBER

8-inch 17-1/2,18-1/2,19-1/2-inches 13-1/2 / 2-7/8-inches N/A 1113766

6-inch 16-1/2,17-1/2-inches 12-1/2 / 2-3/4-inches N/A 1113765

15-1/2-inches 9-1/2 / 2-3/8-inches N/A 1113764

9000 Series 46 Part No. 1056953

SECTION 8ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS

USING/ADJUSTING THE DISK WHEEL LOCKS

USING THE PATIENT OPERATED DISK WHEEL LOCKS
(FIGURE 3)

WARNING

DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks.
WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES - otherwise injury or damage may
occur.

NOTE: Position wheelchair on a flat, level surface to perform this procedure.

1. Ensure the wheelchair is not moving before engaging the wheel locks.

2. Perform one (1) of the following:

A. Push-to-Lock - To engage, push the wheel lock handle foward.

B. Pull-to-Lock - To engage, pull the wheel lock handle backward.

3. Disengage the wheel locks by reversing STEP 2.

ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS

PUSH TO LOCK

Wheel

Lock

UNLOCKED

POSITION

LOCKED

POSITION

PULL TO LOCK

Wheel

Lock

LOCKED

POSITION

UNLOCKED

POSITION

FIGURE 3 - USING THE DISK WHEEL LOCKS

ADJUSTING THE PATIENT OPERATED WHEEL LOCKS (FIGURE 4)

NOTE: The push or pull to lock wheel locks are also an option on the 9000XT Recliner.

NOTE: If wheels are pneumatic, before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock assemblies, ensure
that the tires are inflated to the recommended psi on the side wall of tire. The recommended tire
pressure is located on the side wall of the tire.

1. Disengage the wheel locks.

2. Perform one (1) of the following:

A. BOLT-ON WHEEL LOCKS - Loosen the bolt and locknut that secure the

wheel lock to the wheelchair frame.

B. CLAMP-ON WHEEL LOCKS - Loosen the two (2) socket screws that

secure the wheel lock to the wheelchair frame.

3. Reposition the wheel lock so that when engaged, the wheel lock shoe embeds the
tire 1/8-inch (3/16-inch for pneumatic tires) and HOLDS the occupied wheelchair
in place when pushed.

Part No. 1056953 47 9000 Series

ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS

ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKSSECTION 8

4. Securely tighten the bolt and locknut or socket screws securing the wheel lock to
the wheelchair frame.

5. Engage the wheel lock.

6. Measure the distance the wheel lock is embedded into the tire as shown in DETAIL
"A" of FIGURE 4.

NOTE: Any wheel lock adjustment should embed the wheel lock shoe at least 1/8-inch (3/16-inch
if pneumatic tire) into the tire when engaged.

7. Repeat STEPS 1-6 until the wheel lock shoe embeds the tire 1/8-inch (3/16-inch for
pneumatic tires) and HOLDS the occupied wheelchair in place when pushed.

8. If the measurement of 1/8-inch (3/16-inch for pneumatic tires) can not be achieved,
Perform one (1) of the following:

A. BOLT-ON WHEEL LOCKS - Remove the bolt and locknut that secure the

wheel lock to the wheelchair frame and mount the wheel lock in the remaining
mounting position.

B. CLAMP-ON WHEEL LOCKS - Proceed to STEP 9.

9. If wheel lock is unable to properly engage the wheel it may be necessary to install
wheel lock shoe extensions. Refer to

INSTALLING WHEEL LOCK SHOE EXTEN-

SIONS in this section of the manual.

10. Repeat STEPS 1-9 for the opposite wheel lock.

11. Engage both wheel locks and ensure the occupied wheelchair is held in place when
pushed.

WARNING

If wheel locks do not hold the occupied wheelchair in place contact a
qualified technician. - othewise injury or damage may occur.

BOLT-ON WHEEL LOCKS CLAMP-ON WHEEL LOCKS

DETAIL "A" -

WHEEL LOCK

SHOE

ENGAGEMENT

Mounting Positions

1/8-inch

(3/16-inch

pneumatic tires)

Wheel Lock

Shoe

Tire

Bolt and Locknut

Wheel Lock Handle

Socket Screws

Wheel Lock

Wheel Lock

Clamp

Wheelchair

Frame

Wheel

Lock

Wheel

Lock
Shoe

Rear

Wheel

Wheel

Lock Shoe

Rear Wheel

FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING THE PATIENT OPERATED WHEEL LOCKS

9000 Series 48 Part No. 1056953

SECTION 8ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS

INSTALLING WHEEL LOCK SHOE EXTENSIONS
(FIGURE 5)

1. Loosen the two (2) set screws on the wheel lock shoe extension until the set
screws do not protrude into the slot.

2. Insert the disk wheel lock shoe into the slot in the shoe extension.

NOTE: Ensure the pointed end of the
wheel lock shoe extension is facing toward
the rear wheel.

3. Position the wheel lock shoe extension
so the outside edge is flush with the
out side edge of the wheel lock shoe.

Wheel Lock Shoe Extension

Pointed End of

Wheel Lock Shoe

Extension

ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS

Set

Screws

Slot

4. Securely tighten the two (2) set screws
to secure the wheel lock shoe exten­sion to the wheel lock shoes.

FIGURE 5 - INSTALLING WHEEL

LOCK SHOE EXTENSION

Part No. 1056953 49 9000 Series

Section 9 - Recliner includes the following:

Recliner Operation

Replacing the Headrest Pillow

Replacing Headrest/Back Upholstery

Adjusting Headrest/Back Upholstery Tension

Adjusting the Seat Depth

Adjusting the Seat Width

RECLINERSECTION 9

RECLINER

Storing/Replacing the Spreader Bar

Installing the Anti-Tippers

Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels

Using/Adjusting the Wheel Locks

Installing the Telescoping I.V. Rod

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 (FIGURE 1)

WARNING

WARNING

ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable BEFORE using the
recliner option.

ALWAYS wear your Seat Positioning Strap. Inasmuch as the SEAT PO­SITIONING STRAP is an option on this wheelchair (You may order with
or without the Seat Positioning Strap), Invacare strongly recommends
ordering the Seat Positioning Strap as an additional safeguard for the
wheelchair user.

Ensure the spreader bar is attached and secured before using the 9000XT
Recliner.

LIFT KIT MODELS ONLY - Both spring lift mechanisms MUST be opera­tional BEFORE using the recliner. DO NOT operate the recliner option if
only one (1) of the spring lift mechanisms is operational.

TO HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS:

Make sure occupant's hands and body are clear of all pinch points before
reclining back. Pinch Points exist between spreader bar and recliner
mechanism. Use caution, otherwise injury may occur.

When returning the occupant of the wheelchair to the full upright posi­tion, more body strength will be required for approximately the last
twenty (20) degrees of incline (reverse recline). Make sure to use proper
body mechanics (use your legs) or seek assistance if necessary to avoid
injury.

9000 Series 50 Part No. 1056953

SECTION 9RECLINER

WARNING (CONTINUED)

LIFT KIT MODELS ONLY - DO NOT attempt to recline or incline the wheel­chair back without occupant. Back will raise ABRUPTLY and cause injury. Keep
clear when reclining or inclining (reverse recline) chair back to avoid injury.

ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (reverse recline)
the wheelchair.

Make sure the patient is properly positioned in the wheelchair before
reclining or inclining (reverse recline) to maintain maximum stability and
safety. Refer to the

SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS in SEC-

TION 1 of this manual.

1. Unfold wheelchair. Refer to SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS in SECTION
1 of this manual.

2. Attach spreader bar. Refer to STORING/REPLACING THE SPREADER BAR in this
section of the manual.

3. Adjust the tightness of the headrest/back upholstery. Refer to ADJUSTING HEAD­REST/BACK UPHOLSTERY in this section of the manual.

4. Make sure wheelchair is occupied and on a level surface before reclining.

5. Engage the wheel locks. Refer to USING/ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCKS in this
section of the manual.

6. Inform the occupant of the wheelchair that the wheelchair is about to be reclined.

7. Make sure occupant's hands and body are clear of all pinch points.

RECLINER

8. Stand behind the wheelchair and grasp both push handles firmly.

9. Squeeze release handles.

10. SLOWLY, pull back on the back assembly while squeezing the release handles.

11. When the back reaches the desired angle, SLOWLY let go of the release handles.

12. To return the back to the full upright position, reverse the STEPS 8-11 keeping in
mind proper body mechanics.

RECLINED POSITIONUPRIGHT POSITION

Push

Handle

Release

Handle

Wheelchair

Level

Surface

Release

Handle

Wheelchair

Level

Surface

FIGURE 1 - RECLINER OPERATION

Part No. 1056953 51 9000 Series

REPLACING THE HEADREST PILLOW (FIGURE 2)

RECLINERSECTION 9

1. Unfasten straps of headrest pillow

2. Secure straps of NEW headrest pillow

RECLINER

REPLACING THE HEADREST/BACK UPHOLSTERY
(FIGURE 3)

HEADREST UPHOLSTERY

1. Remove the headrest pillow. Refer to

2. Remove the six (6) mounting screws

3. Secure NEW headrest upholstery onto

from behind headrest upholstery.

onto fastening strips located on back of
headrest upholstery.

REPLACING THE HEADREST PIL­LOW in this section of the manual.

that secure the headrest upholstery to
the headrest extension tubes.

headrest extension tubes with the
existing six (6) mounting screws.

Fastening

Strips

Headrest Upholstery

Strap

Headrest Pillow

FIGURE 2 - REPLACING THE

HEADREST PILLOW

Headrest

Extension

Tube

Knob

Back

Cane

Headrest

Upholstery

Strap

Mounting

Screws

Back

Upholstery

Mounting

Screws

4. Install headrest pillow. Refer to RE­PLACING THE HEADREST PILLOW
in this section of the manual.

BACK UPHOLSTERY

1. Remove one (1) knob from one (1)
side of the spreader bar.

2. Loosen, but do not remove the re­maining knob.

NOTE: To remove and install the bottom two
(2) mounting screws of the back upholstery the wheelchair must be partially folded.

3. Remove the twelve (12) mounting screws that secure the back upholstery to the
back canes.

4. Secure NEW back upholstery to back canes with the existing twelve (12) mounting
screws. Securely tighten.

5. Install the knob removed in STEP 1 to secure spreader bar to side frame. Securely
tighten both knobs.

FIGURE 3 - REPLACING THE

HEADREST/BACK UPHOLSTERY

9000 Series 52 Part No. 1056953

SECTION 9RECLINER

ADJUSTING HEADREST/BACK UPHOLSTERY TENSION
(FIGURE 4)

1. Rotate the spreader bar either:

COUNTERCLOCKWISE (away
from back upholstery) to LOOSEN
back/headrest upholstery.

OR

CLOCKWISE (towards back uphol-

stery) to TIGHTEN back/headrest
upholstery.

Headrest Upholstery

Spreader

Bar

Back

Upholstery

FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING

HEADREST/BACK UPHOLSTERY

TENSION

ADJUSTING THE SEAT DEPTH

RECLINER

WARNING

Adjusting the seat depth of the 9000XT Recliner MUST be performed by
a qualified technician.

ADJUSTING THE SEAT WIDTH

WARNING

Adjusting the seat depth of the 9000XT Recliner MUST be performed by
a qualified technician.

Part No. 1056953 53 9000 Series

STORING/REPLACING THE
SPREADER BAR

STORING (FIGURE 5)

NOTE: The 9000XT RECLINER is folded for
either storage or transporting. One side of the
spreader bar must be removed and placed in a
vertical position along side the recliner tube.

Removing From The Stored

RECLINER

Position.

1. Rotate the end of the spreader bar 90

2. Install threaded end of locking knob

toward the opposite side frame.

into locknut located on the opposite
side frame. Securely tighten both
knobs.

RECLINERSECTION 9

REAR VIEW OF 9000XT RECLINER

Locking

Knob

Spreader

Bar

o

Recliner

Tube

Locking

Knob

Threaded

FIGURE 5 - STORING THE

SPREADER BAR

Side

Frame

End

Placing In The Stored Position.

1. Remove one (1) locking knob from the spreader bar.

2. Loosen the remaining locking knob on the spreader bar.

2. Rotate detached end of the spreader bar 90o down toward floor.

REPLACING (FIGURE 6)

Locking

1. Remove both locking knobs that
secure the spreader bar to the side
frames.

2. Remove existing spreader bar.

3. Secure NEW spreader bar to the side
frames with the existing locking knobs.
Securely tighten.

Knobs

Side

Frame

FIGURE 6 - REPLACING THE

SPREADER BAR

Spreader

Bar

Side

Frame

9000 Series 54 Part No. 1056953

INSTALLING THE ANTI­TIPPERS (FIGURE 7)

1. Install the anti-rattles onto the rear
frame tubes if not already in place.

Release Buttons

SECTION 9RECLINER

Rear
Frame
Tubing

2. Position the anti-tippers with the anti­tipper wheels pointing toward the
ground/floor

3. Press the release buttons IN.

4. Insert the anti-tippers into the rear

Anti-tipper

Wheels

Anti-tipper

Anti-Rattle

frame tubing until the bottom release
button locks in place.

FIGURE 7 - INSTALLING THE

ANTI-TIPPERS

NOTE: Refer to the following charts to ensure the correct anti-tipper is installed in the wheelchair.
Seat-to-Floor heights are approximate depending on front caster type. The anti-tipper height
measurement MUST be taken with the anti-tipper on a flat surface.

Flat SurfaceAnti-Tipper

Height

Anti-Tipper Length

RECLINER

9000 XT RECLINER

WHEEL SIZE SEAT-TO-FLOOR ANTI-TIPPER ON CHAIR OFF CHAIR

REAR/CASTER HEIGHT LENGTH, HEIGHT KIT NUMBER

24/8-inch 19-1/2-inches 11-1/2, 2-1/2-inches 1021767 1021767

22/8-inch 18-1/2-inches 10-1/4, 1-7/8-inches 1061110 1061110

20/8-inch 17-1/2-inches 10, 1-1/2-inches 1061109 1061109

Part No. 1056953 55 9000 Series

REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS

NOTE: If replacing the same size rear wheel, this procedure is performed.

WARNING

If changing the size of the rear wheel or if a change in the SEAT-TO­FLOOR HEIGHT is desired, this procedure must be performed by a
qualified technician.

RECLINERSECTION 9

RECLINER

WITH PATIENT OPERATED
WHEEL LOCKS (FIGURE 8)

1. Remove the axle mounting screw and

2. Secure rear wheel, patient operated

3. Adjust the patient operated wheel

WITH ATTENDANT OPERATED WHEEL LOCKS (FIGURE 9)

locknut that secure the patient oper­ated wheel lock, spacers, and rear
wheel to the wheelchair frame.

wheel lock, and spacers to wheelchair
frame with axle mounting screw and
locknut. Securely tighten.

locks. Refer to USING/ADJUSTING
THE DISK WHEEL LOCKS in SEC­TION 8 of this manual.

Wheelchair Frame

Locknut

Spacers

Rear Wheel

Patient Operated

Wheel Lock

Axle

Mounting

Screw

FIGURE 8 - REMOVING/

INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS -

WITH PATIENT OPERATED

WHEEL LOCKS

1. Remove the axle mounting screw and
locknut that secure the rear wheel and
spacer to the wheelchair frame.

Axle

Mounting

Screw

Wheelchair Frame

Locknut

2. Remove rear wheel from side frame.

3. Secure rear wheel and spacer to
wheelchair frame with axle mounting
screw and locknut. Securely tighten.

Spacer

4. Adjust the attendant operated wheel
locks. Refer to USING/ADJUSTING
WHEEL LOCKS in this section of this
manual.

FIGURE 9 - REMOVING/

Rear Wheel

INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS -

WITH ATTENDANT

OPERATED WHEEL LOCKS

9000 Series 56 Part No. 1056953

SECTION 9RECLINER

USING/ADJUSTING THE
WHEEL LOCKS

NOTE: For Using and/or Adjusting of Patient Oper­ated Wheel Locks, refer to
DISK WHEEL LOCKS in SECTION 8 of this manual.

USING ATTENDANT
OPERATED WHEEL LOCKS
(FIGURE 10)

WARNING

DO NOT attempt to stop a moving
wheelchair with the wheel locks.
WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES.

1. Perform one (1) of the following:

A. ENGAGE - Apply pressure down-

ward on wheel lock handle.

B. DISENGAGE - Lift up on wheel lock

handle.

USING/ADJUSTING THE

UNLOCKED

POSITION

APPLY

PRESSURE

HERE TO

ENGAGE

LOCKED

POSITION

APPLY

PRESSURE

HERE TO

DISENGAGE

FIGURE 10 - USING ATTENDANT

OPERATED WHEEL LOCKS

RECLINER

ADJUSTING ATTENDANT OPERATED WHEEL LOCKS (FIGURE 11)

NOTE: If wheels are pneumatic, before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock assemblies, ensure that the tires
are inflated to the recommended psi located on the side wall of tire.

1. Loosen the bolt and locknut that secure the
wheel lock to the recliner tube.

2. Adjust the position of wheel lock so that
when engaged, the wheel lock shoe em­beds the tire 1/8-inch (3/16-inch for pneu­matic tires) and HOLDS the wheelchair.

3. Securely tighten the bolt and locknut.

4. Engage wheel lock and push against the
wheelchair and determine if wheel lock
engages the wheel lock shoe enough to
hold the wheelchair.

5. Repeat the above procedures until the
wheel lock HOLDS the wheelchair.

6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite wheel
lock.

DETAIL "A" - WHEEL LOCK SHOE

ENGAGEMENT

1/8-inch (3/16-inch

pneumatic tires)

Wheel Lock

Tire

Bolt and Locknut

Wheel Lock Handle

Wheel Lock

Shoe

Shoe

Tire Contact

Area

Wheel

Lock
Shoe

Tire

Section

Recliner Tube

Rear Wheel

NOTE: Ensure the wheel lock shoe completely covers
the tire contact area. See Detail "A" for proper posi­tioning of wheel lock shoe.

FIGURE 11 - ADJUSTING ATTENDANT

OPERATED WHEEL LOCK

Part No. 1056953 57 9000 Series

RECLINERSECTION 9

INSTALLING THE TELESCOPING I.V. ROD

INSTALLING THE TELESCOPING I.V. ROD HOLDER (FIGURE 12)

1. Remove the rear wheel from the

2. Remove the locknut and hex screw

RECLINER

3. Remove the locknut that secures the

4. Position the top hole on the flat

5. Reinstall locknut onto pivot screw.

6. Thread the provided mounting screw

wheelchair. Refer to

REMOVING/
INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS in
this section of the manual.

that secure the arm socket to the
wheelchair frame.

back tube to the clevis bracket.

portion of the I.V. holder on the
exisitng pivot screw of the clevis
bracket as shown in FIGURE 12.

DO NOT tighten yet.

through the lower hole on the front
cylinder section of the I.V. holder,
through the side frame, and into the
locknut. Turn nut until snug fit is
obtained. DO NOT tighten yet.

Arm Socket (OUT-

SIDE of Wheelchair

Frame)

Locknut

Outside of

Wheelchair

Frame

Locknut (STEP 6)

I.V. Holder (STEP 4)

Mounting

Screw

(STEP 6)

STEP 2

Hex Screw

Back Tube

(STEP 3)

Clevis

Bracket

(STEP 3)

Pivot Screw

(STEP 4)

7. Reinstall the arm to orient front
cylinder of I.V. holder. Refer to RE­MOVING/REPLACING ARMRESTS in
SECTION 4 of this manual.

8. Once front cylinder is oriented for
proper clearance of the armrest,

FIGURE 12 - INSTALLING THE

TELESCOPING I.V. ROD HOLDER

Locknut

(STEPS 3 and 5 )

securely tighten both locknuts.

9. Install the I. V. rod support tube. Refer to INSTALLING THE I.V. ROD SUPPORT
TUBE in this section of the manual.

9000 Series 58 Part No. 1056953

SECTION 9RECLINER

INSTALLING THE TELESCOPING I.V. ROD SUPPORT TUBE
(FIGURE 13)

NOTE: The I.V. rod holder must already be mounted to the side frame of the wheelchair.

1. Insert the I.V. rod support tube into the rear cylinder of the I.V. rod holder.

NOTE: When installing the I.V. rod support tube, ensure the adjustment knob is pointing out away
from the wheelchair.

2. Turn the I.V. rod support tube until the holes in the I.V. rod support tube align with
the holes in the rear cylinder of the I.V. rod holder.

3. Insert mounting screw through rear cylinder, large nylon washer, small nylon
washer, steel washer, and into locknut. Securely tighten.

NOTE: The large nylon washer must be inserted into hole and pressed in so that it is flush with
outside surface of rear cylinder.

4. Reinstall the rear wheel from the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING
THE REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual.

5. Adjust I.V. rod to desired height. Refer to ADJUSTING THE TELESCOPING I.V.
ROD in this section of the manual.

ADJUSTING THE TELESCOPING I.V. ROD (FIGURE 14)

1. Loosen adjustment knob.

2. Adjust I.V. Rod to desired height.

3. Securely tighten adjustment knob.

RECLINER

I.V. Rod

Adjustment Knob

Locknut

Steel Washer

Small Nylon Washer

Large Nylon Washer

I.V. Rod Support Tube

I.V. Rod Holder

NOTE: Attaching hard-

Rear Cylinder

ware enlarged 3X scale
for clarity.

Mounting Screw

FIGURE 13 - INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE TELESCOPING I.V. ROD

SUPPORT TUBE

Part No. 1056953 59 9000 Series

Section 10 - Options includes the following:

OPTIONSSECTION 10

OPTIONS

NOTE: The options in this section refer to NON-RECLINER MODELS ONLY, refer to SECTION 9 for
9000XT Recliner options.

INSTALLING/CLEANING
THE TELESCOPING I.V. ROD/
O

INSTALLING

Installing/Cleaning the Telescoping I.V. Rod/O

Installing the Crutch and Cane Carrier

Installing the Amputee Bracket - Super Hemi Models Only

Installing the Amputee Bracket - All Models Except Super Hemi

Holders

2

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attach­ing hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.

HOLDERS (FIGURE 1)

2

WARNING

Telescoping I.V.

Rod Holder

Tie Wrap

The telescoping I.V. rod/O2 holder
MUST be checked weekly to ensure
it is tightly secured to the wheelchair

Hex Screw

frame. If there is any looseness what­soever, tighten the attachment
hardware securely BEFORE using.

TELESCOPING I.V. ROD HOLDER

Locknut

ONLY - Make sure the telescoping
I.V. rod is tightly locked BEFORE
placing I.V. medication on the rod.

Mounting

Bracket

Spacer

Step Tube

The telescoping I.V. rod is designed
to support I.V. medication only. DO
NOT use it to support objects other
than I.V. medication.

Mounting

Bracket

Hex

Screw

1. Slide telescoping I.V. rod/O2 holder over
the step tube of the wheelchair.

Locknut

NOTE: Mounting bracket of telescoping I.V. rod/
O2 holder should be positioned between the two
(2) axle mounting positions on wheelchair frame.

Axle Mounting Positions

Step Tube of Wheelchair

Spacer

FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING THE

2. Secure telescoping I.V. rod/O2 holder to
the wheelchair frame with hex screw,

TELESCOPING I.V. ROD/O

HOLDERS

2

spacer and locknut.

3. TELESCOPING I.V. ROD HOLDER ONLY - Secure the top of the telescoping I.V. rod
holder to the wheelchair frame with a tie wrap.

9000 Series 60 Part No. 1056953

OPTIONS SECTION 10

CLEANING

WARNING

The user and O
cleaning the O

cylinder must be removed from the wheelchair when

2

holder. Otherwise, injury or damage may occur if cleaning

2

agents come in contact with the O2 regulator.

1. Remove the user, any I.V. medication and the O2 cylinder from the wheelchair.

2. The telescoping I.V. rod/O2 holders clean easily with any household glass type cleaner.

3. After the cleaning solution has dried, it is safe for the user to re-occupy the wheel­chair.

INSTALLING THE CRUTCH AND CANE CARRIER (FIGURE 2)

WARNING

Check base weekly to ensure proper placement.

When loading the crutch/cane carrier, ensure items are securely placed
into the base. Also ensure that there is no intereference with folding the
wheelchair, the rear wheels, or the swing-back arms.

Strap MUST be securely fastened while carrying items.

Never insert or remove items while wheelchair is moving.

1. Slide the clamp with the base attached over the end of the step tube of the wheelchair. Ensure
the base is towards the inside of the wheelchair.

OPTIONS

2. Position the base parallel to the step tube.

CAUTION

Base should be parallel to step tube to avoid bending spokes when folding the
wheelchair.

3. Securely tighten the locknut that secures
the base to the step tube of the wheelchair.

4. Remove the upper back upholstery screw

Strap

and washer.

5. Align the strap with the back upholstery
screw mounting hole.

6. Reinstall the back upholstery screw and

Base

washer and secure the strap to the wheel­chair.

7. The base cleans easily with any chrome or

Step

Tube

Clamp

glass cleaner. The strap can be cleaned with
mild soap and water.

Locknut

FIGURE 2 - INSTALLING THE

CRUTCH AND CANE CARRIER

Part No. 1056953 61 9000 Series

OPTIONSSECTION 10

INSTALLING THE AMPUTEE BRACKET - SUPER HEMI
MODELS ONLY (FIGURE 3)

1. Remove the plug button or anti-tipper
from the step tube of the wheelchair
frame.

2. Slide the amputee attachment over the
step tube of the wheelchair.

Spacer

Wheelchair

Frame

Locknut

3. Secure the amputee attachment to the

OPTIONS

4. Reinstall the plug button or anti-tipper

5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for the opposite side

6. Reposition the rear wheels. Refer to

wheelchair with the hew screw, spacer
and locknut.

onto the step tube of the wheelchair
frame.

of the wheelchair.

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR
WHEELS in SECTION 6 of this manual.

Step

Tube

Hex Screw

Amputee Attachment

FIGURE 3 - INSTALLING THE

AMPUTEE BRACKET - SUPER

HEMI MODELS ONLY

9000 Series 62 Part No. 1056953

OPTIONS SECTION 10

INSTALLING THE AMPUTEE BRACKET - ALL MODELS
EXCEPT SUPER HEMI

9000SL/XT (FIGURE 4)

1. Refer to the following chart or FIGURE 5 to determine the mounting position of the
amputee bracket:

SEAT- *BRACKET AXLE SPACER SIDE OF AXLE MOUNTING

TO-FLOOR POSITION WHEELCHAIR POSITION

(on bracket) (on wheelchair)

ADULT A DOWN RIGHT TOP
ADULT B DOWN LEFT TOP

HEMI B UP RIGHT BOTTOM
HEMI A UP LEFT BOTTOM

*NOTE: "A" and "B" are stamped on the sides of the amputee bracket.

2. Install the amputee bracket on the wheelchair frame to the position determined in STEP 1.

NOTE: Make sure the axle spacer is pointing towards the outside of the wheelchair.

3. Install the two (2) hex screws and locknuts that secure the amputee bracket to the wheel­chair.

OPTIONS

4. Install the rear wheels onto the wheelchair. Refer to
REAR WHEELS in SECTION 6 of this manual.

BRACKET "A"

Locknuts

LEFT

RIGHT

ADULT RIGHT ADULT LEFT

Axle Spacer Towards

OUTSIDE of Wheelchair

REAR VIEW OF

AMPUTEE BRACKET

REMOVING/INSTALLING THE

BRACKET "B"

Axle Spacer Towards

OUTSIDE of Wheelchair

Hex Screws

HEMI LEFT

HEMI RIGHT

FIGURE 4 - INSTALLING THE AMPUTEE BRACKET - 9000SL/XT

Part No. 1056953 63 9000 Series

9000XDT (FIGURE 5)

1. Refer to the following chart or FIGURE 6 to determine the mounting position of the

OPTIONS

2. Install the amputee bracket on the wheelchair frame to the position determined in STEP 1.

NOTE: Make sure the axle spacer is pointing towards the outside of the wheelchair.

3. Install the two (2) hex screws and locknuts that secure the amputee bracket to the wheel-

OPTIONSSECTION 10

amputee bracket:

SEAT- *BRACKET AXLE SPACER SIDE OF AXLE MOUNTING

TO-FLOOR POSITION WHEELCHAIR POSITION

(on bracket) (on wheelchair)

TALL A DOWN RIGHT MIDDLE

TALL B DOWN LEFT MIDDLE
ADULT B UP RIGHT BOTTOM
ADULT A UP LEFT BOTTOM

HEMI B UP RIGHT MIDDLE

HEMI A UP LEFT MIDDLE

*Note: "A" and "B" are stamped on the sides of the amputee bracket.

chair.

4. Install the rear wheels onto the wheelchair. Refer to
REAR WHEELS in SECTION 6 of this manual.

BRACKET "A"

HEMI
LEFT

LEFT

HEMI

RIGHT

RIGHT

ADULT

LEFT

Axle Spacer Towards

OUTSIDE of Wheelchair

REAR VIEW OF

AMPUTEE BRACKET

REMOVING/INSTALLING THE

BRACKET "B"

ADULT

RIGHT

Hex Screws

TALL

RIGHT

TALL

LEFT

Locknuts

FIGURE 5 - INSTALLING THE AMPUTEE BRACKET - 9000XDT

9000 Series 64 Part No. 1056953

NOTESNOTES

NOTES

NOTESNOTES

NOTES

NOTES

Part No. 1056953 65 9000 Series

NOTES

NOTES

NOTESNOTES

NOTES

NOTESNOTES

9000 Series 66 Part No. 1056953

NOTES

WARRANTY

LIMITED 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 a
period of one (1) year from date of purchase (including the spring lift mechanisms for the
recliners). The side frames and crossmembers are warranted for the lifetime of the original
purchaser/users. 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 below. Provide dealers name, address, the product model
number, date of purchase, indicate nature of the defect and, if the product is serialized,
indicate the serial number. Do not return products to our factory without our prior
consent.

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: 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, 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, OR TO A PROD­UCT DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARES CONTROL, AND
SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE. THE WAR­RANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR
FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE 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
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.

WARRANTY

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