Invacare A-6S, F-6, F-6S User Manual

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Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

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A-6

ADJUSTABLE SEAT ANGLE

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A-6S

ADJUSTABLE SEAT ANGLE WITH SUSPENSION

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F-6

FIXED SEAT ANGLE

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F-6S

FIXED SEAT ANGLE WITH SUSPENSION

DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THE WHEELCHAIR.

USER: BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR, READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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A R N

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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 QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE

THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.

THE INITIAL SETUP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR MUST BE PERFORMED BY A

QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

T ABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECIAL NOTES ...................................................... 4

SPECIFICA TIONS ..................................................... 5

PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES ................ 6

STABILITY .............................................................. 6

OPERATING INFORMATION ................................... 6

TIRE PRESSURE .................................................... 8

WEIGHT TRAINING ................................................ 8

WEIGHT LIMITATION .............................................. 8

SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS ................ 9

PROCEDURE 2 - SAFETY INSPECTION ................. 13

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST ...................... 13

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 14

MAINTENANCE .................................................... 14

PROCEDURE 3 - UPHOLSTERY ............................. 15

UNFOLDING/FOLDING THE BACK ....................... 15

REMOVING/INSTALLING STANDARD BACK

UPHOLSTERY .................................................. 15

ADJUSTABLE TENSION BACK UPHOLSTERY ...... 16

SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT .................. 16

PROCEDURE 4 - FRAME ........................................ 17

BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT -

ADJUSTABLE BACKS ONLY ............................. 17

BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT .............................. 18

REPLACING SEAT FRAME - A-6/A-6S ONLY ......... 18

REAR SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT -

A-6/A-6S ONLY .................................................. 19

REPLACING TURNBUCKLE ASSEMBLY -

A-6/A-6S ONLY .................................................. 20

OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS .............................. 20

DETERMINING TOE IN/TOE OUT ......................... 21

ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT .............................. 21

ADJUSTING THE AXLE TUBE ............................... 23

REPOSITIONING CAMBER INSERTS

(ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER) ............. 24

ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH

(ADJUSTING CENTER OF GRAVITY) ................ 25

ADJUSTING WHEELBASE WIDTH ....................... 26

REPLACING AXLE TUBE ...................................... 27

REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE ....................... 28

REPOSITIONING QUICK RELEASE LEVERS ........ 29

REMOVING/INSTALLING TELESCOPING TUBES .... 30

PROCEDURE 5 - WHEELS ..................................... 31

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS ............. 31

ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLE .................... 31

INSTALLING QUAD-RELEASE AXLE ..................... 32

ADJUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE HANDLE

IN AND/OR OUT ............................................... 32

REMOVING THE PLAY FROM THE

REAR WHEELS .................................................. 32

HANDRIM REPLACEMENT ..................................... 33

REPAIRING/REPLACING REAR WHEEL TIRE/TUBE ........ 33

WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT ........ 33

REPLACING/ADJUSTING CASTERS ....................... 34

REPLACING FORKS .............................................. 34

ADJUSTING CASTER HEIGHT ................................ 35

INSTALLING QUICK-RELEASE CASTERS ............... 35

ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT ........ 36

PROCEDURE 6 - FOOTREST ................................. 42

FOOTREST REPLACEMENT/ADJUSTMENT ........ 42

PROCEDURE 7 - ANTI-TIPPERS............................. 43

ANTI-TIPPER ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT ...... 43

PROCEDURE 8 - ARMS .......................................... 44

INSTALLING THE T-ARM SOCKETS ..................... 44

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE T-ARMS ................. 44

ADJUSTING THE T-ARMS .................................... 45

ADJUSTING THE T-ARM TRANSFER ASSISTS

AND/OR SIDE GUARDS .................................... 47

REPLACING THE T-ARM LOCKING LEVER .......... 47

INSTALLING THE HALF ARM SOCKET ................. 48

ADJUSTING HALF ARM HEIGHT .......................... 48

PROCEDURE 9 - SUSPENSION .............................. 49

ELASTOMERS AND SUSPENSION ....................... 49

REPLACING REAR ELASTOMERS ....................... 49

REPLACING FRONT ELASTOMERS ..................... 49

LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................. 51

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SPECIAL NOTES

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W ARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazar ds or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage.

NOTICE

THE INFORMA TION CONT AINED 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 SEA T POSITIONING STRAPS

Invacare recommends that wheelchair users 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.

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 - SEA T POSITIONING STRAPS - IT IS THE OBLIGATION OF THE DME DEALER, THERAPISTS AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS TO DETERMINE IF A SEATING POSITIONING STRAP 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.

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SPECIFICATIONS

INV ACARE A-6/A-6S/F-6/F-6S

Frame Type: Tapered, "V" Seat Width: 14 to 20-inches

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✪ Camber Width: Camber 0° 3° 6° 9° 12°

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✪ Add the inches listed in the chart to the Rear Wheel Type:

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wheelchair width to obtain the overall width Spoke 6-3/4 8 10 12-1/4 14-1/4 width of the wheelchair at the widest point. Composite 7 8-1/4 10-1/4 12-1/2 14-1/2

Seat Depth: 14 to 20-inches Seat-to-Floor (approx.): Front - 17 to 21-1/2-inches - in 1/2-inch increments

Rear -

ADJUSTABLE SEAT ANGLE (A-6/A-6S)

REAR SEAT-TO-FLOOR RANGE REAR WHEEL SIZE

13 to 21-1/2-inches 22-inch 13 to 21-1/2-inches 24-inch 14 to 21-1/2-inches 26-inch

* FIXED SEAT ANGLE (F-6/F-6S)

13 to 21-1/2-inches in 1/2-inch increments

* Fixed rear seat-to-floor is determined at time of purchase and can

be equal to or up to 4-inches less than front seat-to-floor .

Back Style: A-6/A-6S - Fold Down Only

F-6/F-6S - Fold Down or Fixed

Back Height: 8 to 20-inches - Adjustable

(8-11, 10-14, 12-16, 14-18 or 16-20-inch ranges)

Back Angle: 94°, 90°, 85°, 84°, 77°, 73° Footrest: 5-inch Adjustable Height, Adjustable Angle Side - Wheel Clearance: 1/2 to 2-1/2-inches (1-inch Standard) Rear Axle: Quick-Release, Quad-Release Rear Wheel Camber: Custom - 0o and 3o, 0o and 6o, 0o and 9o, 3o and 6o , 3o and 9o,

3o and 12o, 6o and 9o, 6o and 12o, 9o and 12

Rear Wheels: 22, 24-inch - Composite or Spoke (24-inch Spoke Standard)

26-inch, 559mm or 700C - Spoke Only

Handrims: Aluminum Welded Tab (Standard), Plastic Coated, Projections Wheel Locks: High Mount (Standard) - Push to Lock (Standard) or Pull to Lock,

Undermount, Hill Holder, Wheel Lock Extensions

Caster Size: 3-inch Rollerblade, 5-inch Urethane, 6-inch Urethane,

Pneumatic

Seat Cushion: 2 or 3-inch Back Upholstery: U240 Black (Standard), Adjustable Tension Arms (Optional): Half Arm, T-Arm WeightL: 19 lbs.

Shipping Weight (approx.)K: 49 lbs.

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A-6 - 18 x 18-inch Seat Frame with complete package.

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PROCEDURE 1

GENERAL GUIDELINES

This Procedure includes the following: Stability Operating Information

Tire Pressure

Weight Training

Weight Limitation

Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs

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The position of the footrest, seat angle, back angle, seating system/upholstery, caster size and position,

rear wheel size and position, anti-tippers, 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. EXTREME care MUST be taken when changing the stability of the wheelchair.

ST ABILITY WARNINGS

Footrest Position

Seat Angle

Back Angle

Seating System

Caster Size

Caster Position

Rear Wheel Size

Rear Wheel Position

Anti-Tippers

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procedure to maintain the proper stability, safety and han-

dling of the wheelchair. NOTE: Additional adjustments may be needed according to the wheelchair

type. Refer to the wheelchair owner's manual for these procedures.

To maintain maximum stability, the rear wheels should be left in the factory setting. Moving the rear wheels forward causes the wheelchair to decrease in stability.

AL W AYS ensur e stability BEFORE moving the rear wheels forward. TEST wheelchair BEFORE it is occupied by the end user to ensure safety.

OPERATING INFORMATION

WARNING

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

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GENERAL GUIDELINES

OPERATING INFORMATION (continued)

PROCEDURE 1

WARNING

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 the direction you are reaching as the wheelchair

may tip over. DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance. DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur. NEVER position the camber inserts in the axle tube with more than 3-inches (3-inches is 12 indexing

marks showing) of the camber insert outside of the axle tube. The camber inserts will not be securely tightened in the axle tube resulting in possible injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair.

WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES. DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks. Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to reduce

the gap distance. Align both casters parallel with the object you are transferring onto. When transferring to and from the wheelchair, ALWAYS ENGAGE BOTH WHEEL LOCKS.

DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways. DO NOT climb, go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9°.

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DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water, ice or oil film. DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your wheelchair to turn over and

cause bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT use parts, accessories, or adapters other than those authorized by Invacare. 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.

DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair. Anti-tippers MUST BE attached at all times. Inasmuch as the ANTI-TIPPERS are an option on this wheel-

chair (You may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.

DO NOT use the footplate as a platform when getting in or out of the wheelchair. AL W AYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is an option on this

wheelchair (Y ou may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacar e strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.

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PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES

TIRE PRESSURE

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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.

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

WARNING

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WEIGHT TRAINING Invacare DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. Invacare

wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training. If occupant

uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall NOT be liable for bodily injury and

the warranty will be voided immediately.

WEIGHT LIMIT ATION The Invacare A-6/A-6S/F-6/F-6S wheelchairs have a weight limitation of 250 lbs.

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GENERAL GUIDELINES

PROCEDURE 1

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 tech- niques 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 followed. 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

AL WA YS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the SEA T POSITIONING STRAP is an option on this wheelchair (Y ou 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.

Anti-tippers MUST BE attached at all times. Inasmuch as the ANTI-TIPPERS are an option on this wheelchair (You may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.

To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you must at all times wear your seat positioning strap and 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.

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 tilting the wheelchair or traversing curbs, or other impediments.

WARNING

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.

Also, be aware of any removable (detachable) parts. These must NEVER be used for hand-hold or 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.

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.

Many activities require the wheelchair user 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.

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

The position of the footrest, seat angle, back angle, seating system/upholstery, caster size and position, rear wheel size and position, anti-tippers, 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. EXTREME care MUST be taken when changing the stability of the wheelchair.

LENGTHENING THE WHEELBASE will increase the stability and maintain standard maneuverability of the wheelchair.

SHORTENING THE WHEELBASE will increase the maneuverability, distribute additional weight onto the rear wheels and make the wheelchair less stable.

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PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES

REACHING, LEANING AND BENDING - FORWARD.

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

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Example 46% 54% 103 lbs. 130 lbs.

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SHORTENING THE

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Functional Reach From a Wheelchair

The approximate reach-limit values shown in the accompanying graph were derived on the basis of a sample of 91 male and 36 female wheelchair users. Note the difference between the maximum and the comfortable reach limits, a subjective but important consideration in design.

FORWARD REACH

(ADULTS )

COMFORTABLE MAXIMUM

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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.

REACHING, LEANING - BACKWARDS.

WARNING

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.

Tilting

WARNING

DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance.

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INCHES

When tilting the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non-removable (non-

detachable) part. Inform the wheelchair occupant before tilting the wheelchair and remind him/her to lean back. Be sure the occupant’s feet and hands are clear of all wheels.

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GENERAL GUIDELINES

PROCEDURE 1

TILTING - CURBS.

After mastering the techniques of tilting the wheelchair, use the following method to tackle curbs, short stairs, etc.

Turn the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing UP. Unless the first assistant has exceptional upper body strength, it is recommended that two (2) assistants perform this op- eration. 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. The wheelchair should be tilted back to the balance point and, in one continuous upward 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.

movement, the rear

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 SLOWL Y lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement. DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occupant. Turn the antitippers so the wheels are facing DOWN.

WARNING

Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an occupied wheelchair up or down the stairs. Invacare recommends using two (2) assistants and making thorough preparations. Make sure to use ONL Y secure, non-detachable parts for hand-held supports.

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

1. Turn 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 (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair for leverage.

3. The second assistant, with a firm hold on a nondetachable 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. Turn the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing DOWN.

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ESCALATORS? SORRY!

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

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PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES

Transferring To And From Other Seats

WARNING

BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the

wheelchair, every precaution should be taken

to reduce the gap distance. Align both casters

parallel with 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 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 parallel to it. 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.

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SAFETY INSPECTION

PROCEDURE 2

This Procedure includes the following: Safety Inspection Checklist Troubleshooting Maintenance

NOTE: Every six (6) months 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 and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:

ITEM INITIALLY INSPECT/ INSPECT/ INSPECT/

ADJUST ADJUST ADJUST

WEEKL Y MONTHLY PERIODICALLY

GENERAL - (TROUBLESHOOTING)

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

WHEEL LOCKS - PROCEDURE 5

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

SEA T AND BACK UPHOLSTER Y - PROCEDURE 3

Inspect for rips or sagging. X X Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch. X X

REAR WHEELS - PROCEDURE 5

Quick/Quad-release axles lock properly. X X No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun. X X

HANDRIMS - PROCEDURE 5

Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling. X X

SPOKES

Inspect for bent or broken spokes. X X All spokes uniformly tight. X X

FRONT CASTERS - PROCEDURE 5

Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster; caster should come to a gradual stop. X X Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. X X Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. X X X

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

TIRES - PROCEDURE 5

Inspect for flat spots 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.

CAMBER/AXLE TUBE - PROCEDURE 5

Axle tube is securely tightened. X X X Camber inserts are not extended more than 3-inches. X X X

TURNBUCKLE - PROCEDURE 4

Inspect turnbuckle and jam nut for proper adjustment. X X

SUSPENSION - PROCEDURE 9

Check elastomers for wear and/or damage. X X

CLEANING

Clean Optional Quick Release Levers. X X Clean upholstery and armrests. X X

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S A F E T Y

PROCEDURE 2

SAFETY INSPECTION

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHAIR CHAIR SLUGGISH CASTER SQUEAKS LOOSENESS CHAIR SOLUTIONS

VEERS VEERS TURN OR FLUTTERS AND IN CHAIR 3 WHEELS

RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE RATTLES

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XX X X XCheck tires for correct

XXXX Check for loose stem

XX Check spokes/nipples.

XX X XCheck washers above

XX X Check that rear wheels

and equal pressure.

nuts.

and below bearings in headtube (Procedure 3).

are equally spaced away from seat frame (Procedure 3).

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Safety Precautions

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 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. Keep quick/quad-release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer to

ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE or

ADJUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE HANDLE IN AND/OR OUT in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

3. Oil quick-release axles at least once (1) a month (3-in-1 oil

4. Keep optional quick release levers on axle tubes free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation.

3-in-1 oil - Registered trademark of American Home Products Corportaion. T eflon - Registered trademark of E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company

or equivalent).

DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT over-inflate the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm.

5. Inflate tires to the recommended tire pressure listed on the side wall of the tire.

6. The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear. If damaged, have them replaced by a qualified technician.

7. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels. If loose, have them adjusted by a qualified technician.

8. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels. Refer to PLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

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

WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/RE-

PLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

10. Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from moisture. Use a

Teflon

lubricant if necessary.

11. Check Upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.

12. A-6S AND F-6S ONLY - Check elastomers for wear and/or damage. If wear or damage is found, replace elastomers.

WARNING

HANDRIM RE-

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UPHOLSTERY PROCEDURE 3

This Procedure includes the following: Unfolding/Folding the Back Removing/Installing Standard Back Upholstery Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery Seat Upholstery Replacement

WARNING

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

UNFOLDING/FOLDING THE BACK (FIGURE 1)

WARNING

Back MUST be locked securely in place before using the wheelchair.

1. To unfold the back, lift up on the back canes and pull back towards the rear of the wheelchair until it locks into place.

REMOVING/INSTALLING STANDARD BACK UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 2)

WARNING

Removing Standard Back Upholstery

1. Unfasten the two (2) fastening flaps that secure the bottom of the existing back upholstery to the back canes.

2. Unfold the top of the back upholstery.

3. Lift up on the existing back upholstery and remove from the wheelchair.

Installing Standard Back Upholstery

ST ABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 of this

U P H O

T E R Y

2. To fold the back, pull up on the black nylon cord and push the back canes forward towards the front of the wheelchair.

REAR OF WHEELCHAIR

Black Nylon

Cord

Back Canes

FRONT OF

WHEELCHAIR

NOTE: Back upholstery removed for clarity.

FIGURE 1 - UNFOLDING/FOLDING THE BACK

1. Install the new back upholstery onto the back canes.

2. Wrap the end of a fastening flap around the back cane.

3. Insert the end of the fastening flap through the loop.

4. Wrap the fastening flap around the back cane again and press firmly to secure.

5. Fold the top of the back upholstery down over the back canes towards the front of the wheelchair.

6. Press firmly to secure the fastening strips.

FRONT OF WHEELCAHIR

Back Upholstery

Fastening

Strips

Fastening

Flap

Loops

REAR OF

WHEELCHAIR

Fold

Fastening

Flap

Back

Canes

FIGURE 2 - REMOVING/INST ALLING ST ANDARD

BACK UPHOLSTERY

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PROCEDURE 3 UPHOLSTERY

P H O

E R

ADJUSTABLE TENSION BACK UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 3)

The Adjustable Tension Straps

The adjuster straps can be adjusted at various levels of tension to accommodate individual end-users. The bottom two (2) straps can be adjusted tightly to support and/ or assist the extensor muscles.

The Back Upholstery Cover

The back upholstery cover is designed for three (3) reasons:

1. The first is as a modesty cover.

2. The second is to keep the cushion from sliding out of the back of the wheelchair.

3. The third is a sacral support depending upon how far or tight the seat portion of the back upholstery cover is pulled under the seat cushion.

Removing/Installing Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery

NOTE: To remove adjustable tension back upholstery, reverse STEPS 2-4.

1. Remove the existing back upholstery from the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING STANDARD BACK UPHOLSTERY in this procedure of the manual.

2. Stand behind the wheelchair and perform the following: A. Slide anchor loop section of adjustable tension back

upholstery over the LEFT back cane with the grommet hole facing the rear of the wheelchair.

B. Slide adjuster strap section of adjustable tension back

upholstery over the RIGHT back cane with the grommet hole facing the rear of the wheelchair.

3. Adjust the adjuster straps to the desired tension.

4. Secure adjustable tension back upholstery to the back canes with the mounting screws. Torque to 20-25 in./lbs.

Back Upholstery Cover

Seat Portion of

Back Upholstery

Cover

Fastening Strap

Fastening

Strap

Back Upholstery

Anchor Loops

Mounting Screw

Back Upholstery Adjuster Straps

FIGURE 3 - ADJUST ABLE TENSION BACK UPHOLSTERY

Back Cane

Mounting

Hole

SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 4)

1. Remove the seat cushion from the wheelchair.

2. Remove the phillips screws that secure the existing seat upholstery to the seat frame.

WHEELCHAIR DEPTH NUMBER OF SCREWS

14-INCHES 8 15 TO 16-INCHES 10 17 TO 18-INCHES 12 19 TO 20-INCHES 14

3. Remove the existing seat upholstery.

4. Install the NEW seat upholstery by reversing the above steps.

5. Reinstall the seat cushion onto the wheelchair.

Phillips

Screws

NOTE: Clean the upholstery with warm water and mild detergent to remove superficial soil.

WARNING

After the adjustable tension back upholstery has been positioned to the end-user's individual needs, the fastening straps MUST be securely fastened BEFORE applying the back upholstery cover. The adjustable tension back should be checked whenever entering the wheelchair to ensure that the fastening/adjuster straps are securely fastened.

Seat

Upholstery

Seat Frame

NOTE: Wheelchair frame not shown for clarity.

FIGURE 4 - SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT

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PROCEDURE 4FRAME

This Procedure includes the following: Back Angle Adjustment - Adjustable Backs Only Back Height Adjustment Replacing Seat Frame - A-6/A-6S ONLY Rear Seat-to-Floor Height Adjustment - A-6/A-6S ONL Y Replacing Turnbuckle Assembly - A-6/A-6S ONL Y Opening/Closing Clamps Determining Toe in/T oe Out Adjusting Toe in/T oe Out Adjusting the Axle Tube Repositioning Camber Inserts (Adjusting Rear

Wheel Camber) Adjusting Wheelbase Length (Adjusting Center of

Gravity) Adjusting Wheelbase Width Replacing Axle Tube Repositioning the Axle Tube Repositioning Quick Release Levers Removing/Installing Telescoping Tubes

WARNING

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

BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTABLE BACKS ONLY (FIGURE 1)

NOTE: Perform this procedure on both sides of the wheelchair at the same time.

1. Loosen, but DO NOT remove the locknuts and hex screws that secure the back angle bracket to the seat rail and the back cane.

2. Loosen the TOP locknut and slide the TOP hex screw away from the back angle bracket to adjust the cam.

3. Adjust back canes to back angle required.

4. Adjust cam to achieve desired position.

NOTE: An indexing notch has been put on the cam to help determine cam position for desired back angle adjustment.

5. Secure cam in desired position. Torque all hex screws and locknuts to 960-1020 inch pounds (80-85 foot pounds).

NOTE: As shown in FIGURE 1, the adjustment cam can be rotated to several different positions thus changing the overall back angle relative to the seat rail.

F R A

BACK ANGLE TO SEA T RAIL 85O BACK ANGLE TO SEA T RAIL90O BACK ANGLE TO SEA T RAIL

Back Cane

TOP Hex

Screw and

Locknut

Back Angle

Bracket

Back Cane

TOP Hex Screw

and Locknut

Back Angle Bracket

Indexing

Notch

Cam

Seat Rail

Indexing

Notch

Cam

Back

Cane

TOP Hex

Screw and

Locknut

Back Angle Bracket

Back Cane

TOP Hex

Screw and

Locknut

Indexing Notch

Seat Rail

Back Angle

Bracket

Cam

Indexing

Notch

Cam

TOP Hex

Screw and

Locknut

73O BACK ANGLE TO SEA T RAIL77O BACK ANGLE TO SEA T RAIL84O BACK ANGLE TO SEA T RAIL

Back Cane

Back Angle

Bracket

Back Cane

TOP Hex Screw

and Locknut

Back Angle Bracket

Indexing

Seat Rail

Indexing

Notch

Cam

Notch

Cam

Seat Rail

FIGURE 1 - BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT - ADJUST ABLE BACKS ONL Y

Seat Rail

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PROCEDURE 4 FRAME

F R A

BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 2)

NOTE: Observe the tautness of the back upholstery/ adjustable tension back upholstery adjuster straps for proper reinstallation.

1. Remove the back upholstery. Perform one (1) of the following:

A. STANDARD BACK UPHOLSTERY - Refer to

REMOVING/INSTALLING STANDARD BACK UPHOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 3 of the manual.

B. ADJUSTABLE TENSION BACK UPHOLSTERY

- Refer to HOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 3 of the manual.

Push pin of the back cane insert bar MUST be protruding through hole in each back cane.

Ensure that both back cane insert bars are at same height BEFORE reassembling the wheelchair.

2. Press the push pin on the back cane insert bar IN and adjust the back height to one (1) of five (5) heights depending on original back height:

✪ ✪

✪ HOLE # 8-11 10-14 12-16 14-18 16-20

✪ ✪

1 8 10121416 2 9 11131517 3 10 12 14 16 18 4 11 13 15 17 19 5 N/A 14 16 18 20

✪ Holes numbered from bottom to top for reference only. (There are no numbers on the back canes.)

3. Reinstall back upholstery. Perform one (1) of the following:

A. STANDARD BACK UPHOLSTERY - Refer to

REMOVING/INSTALLING STANDARD BACK UPHOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 3 of the manual.

B. ADJUSTABLE TENSION BACK UPHOLSTERY

- Refer to HOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual.

Hole Number

ADJUSTABLE TENSION BACK UP-

WARNING

Back Height (in inches)

ADJUSTABLE TENSION BACK UP-

Back Cane Insert Bar

5 4 3 2 1

Back

Cane

REPLACING SEAT FRAME A-6/A-6S ONLY (FIGURE 3)

1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer to

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in

PROCEDURE 5 of the manual.

2. Remove the seat upholstery from the wheelchair. Refer to PROCEDURE 3 of the manual.

3. Remove the wheel locks from the wheelchair. Refer to in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

4. Remove the locknut, two (2) washers, stop and screw from the rearmost end of the seat frame.

5. Remove the locknut washer, coved spacer, nylon spacer, washer and screw from the FRONT of the back angle bracket.

6. Repeat STEPS 4-5 for the opposite side of the wheelchair.

7. Remove the back angle bracket and back canes from the seat frame.

8. Disconnect turnbuckle assembly from seat frame. Refer to STEPS 1-3 in BUCKLE ASSEMBLY - A6/A-6S ONLY in this procedure of the manual.

9. Remove two (2) allen screws and washers that secure front of seat frame to wheelchair front frame.

10. Remove the existing seat frame.

11. Align front of seat rail with wheelchair front frame as shown in FIGURE 3.

12. Install two (2) allen screws and washers to secure front of seat rail to wheelchair front frame.

13. Attach turnbuckle assembly to NEW seat frame. Refer to STEPS 8-12 in BUCKLE ASSEMBLY - A-6/A-6S ONLY in this procedure of the manual.

14. Install the screw, stop, two (2) washers and locknut onto the rear of the seat frame.

15. Align the latch on the back angle bracket with the stop installed in STEP 14.

16. Secure the FRONT of the back angle bracket to the seat frame with the screw, washer, nylon spacer, coved spacer, washer and locknut as shown in FIGURE 3.

17. Reverse STEPS 1-3 to install wheel locks, seat upholstery and rear wheels.

SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT in

WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT

REPLACING THE TURN-

FIGURE 2 - BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

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PROCEDURE 4FRAME

BACK ANGLE BRACKET HARDWARE

FRONT OF WHEELCHAIR

FRONT of

Back Angle

Bracket

Washer

Screw

Nylon

Spacer

WHEELCHAIR FRONT FRAME HARDWARE

Seat Rail

Allen

Screw

Coved

Spacer

Washer

FIGURE 3 - REPLACING SEA T FRAME -

Seat

Frame

Stop

Screw

A-6/A-6S ONL Y

Washer

Locknuts

Washer

Latch

Washer

REAR OF

WHEELCHAIR

Wheelchair

Front

Frame

REAR SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT - A-6/A-6 S ONLY

(FIGURE 4)

Rear seat-to-floor height is a measurement taken at the rear of the seat from the horizontal position, and is measured in inches. The rear seat-to-floor height of the A-6/A-6S can be adjusted up to 4-inches below the front seat-to-floor height.

WARNING

ST ABILITY

WARNING

Adjusting the rear seat-to-floor height will change the back angle with respect to the ground and may decrease the stability of the wheelchair. AFTER adjusting rear seat to floor height, AL W AYS check back angle and adjust if necessary to ensure proper wheelchair stability.

DO NOT adjust rear seat-to-floor height with the wheelchair occupied.

DO NOT adjust the rear seat-to-floor height so the seat crossmember touches the axle tube.

CAUTION

DO NOT use tools to rotate the jam nut or turnbuckle. Otherwise, damage to the turnbuckle or jam nut may occur.

1. Rotate the jam nut COUNTERCLOCKWISE until a few threads are showing between the jam nut and the turnbuckle.

2. Rotate the turnbuckle in one of the following manners to adjust the rear seat-to-floor height:

CLOCKWISE - Decreases the rear seat-to-floor height. COUNTERCLOCKWISE - Increases the rear seat-

to-floor height.

NOTE: QUICK RELEASE LEVERS ONLY - If quick release levers are on TOP of the axle tube and interfere with the desired rear seat-to-floor adjustment, the levers can be repositioned. Refer to RELEASE LEVERS in this procedure of the manual.

3. Rotate the jam nut CLOCKWISE until it rests securely against the turnbuckle.

4. The back angle with respect to the floor/ground has changed. Adjust the back angle to maintain proper wheelchair stability. Refer to BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT - ADJUSTABLE BACKS ONLY in this procedure of the manual.

Jam Nut

Frame

Crossmember

FIGURE 4 - REAR SEA T-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT - A-6/A-6S ONL Y

REPOSITIONING QUICK

Seat Crossmember

Threads

Turnbuckle

F R A

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PROCEDURE 4 FRAME

F R A

REPLACING TURNBUCKLE ASSEMBLY

- A-6/A6-S ONLY (FIGURE 5)

NOTE: The turnbuckle assembly consists of the inside screw, turnbuckle, outside screw, flanges and rods. If the turnbuckle assembly becomes disassembled, refer to FIGURE 5.

1. Carefully tip the wheelchair back so the back canes rest on the ground.

2. Insert an allen wrench into the hole in the inside screw and the hole in the rod to prevent the rod from spinning.

3. Remove the two (2) hex screws securing the inside screw to the seat crossmember.

4. Repeat STEPS 2-3 for the outside screw.

5. Remove the existing turnbuckle assembly from the seat and frame crossmembers.

6. Rotate the NEW turnbuckle until an equal number of threads shows on either end.

7. Position the NEW turnbuckle assembly with the jam nut towards the seat crossmember as shown in FIGURE 5.

8. Position the inside screw between the tabs on the seat crossmember.

9. Insert an allen wrench into the hole in the inside screw and the hole in the rod to prevent the rod from spinning.

10. Apply a removable thread locker to the threads of one (1) hex screw.

11. Install the hex screw into one end of the inside screw to secure the turnbuckle assembly to the seat crossmember.

OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS (FIGURE 6)

WARNING

QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Make sure the quick release levers are in the CLOSED position BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

ST ANDARD CAMBER OR RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS

- Make sure the hex screws and locknuts are securely tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

CAUTION

DO NOT close the quick-release levers or tighten the hex screws and locknuts without camber inserts in the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur.

Camber Clamps

1. Perform one (1) of the following to open a camber clamp:

A. QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Pull the quick re-

lease lever to the open position.

B. STANDARD CAMBER CLAMPS - Loosen, but

do not remove the hex screw and locknut on the camber clamp.

2. Perform one (1) of the following to close a camber clamp:

A. QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Tighten the

threaded knob to secure the quick release lever. Push the quick release lever on the camber clamps to the closed position.

B. ST ANDARD CAMBER CLAMPS - Securely tighten

the hex screw and locknut to secure the axle tube.

12. Repeat STEPS 10-11 for opposite end of inside screw.

13. Repeat STEPS 8-12 to secure the outside screw to the frame crossmember.

Flange

Hex

Screws

Threads

Inside Screw

Hole

Ta b

Crossmember

Jam Nut

Seat

Hole

Rod

Turnbuckle

Hex

Screws

Outside Screw

FIGURE 5 - REPLACING TURNBUCKLE ASSEMBL Y -

A-6/A-6S ONL Y

Frame Crossmember

Receiver Tube Clamps

1. Perform one (1) of the following to open a receiver tube clamp:

A. QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Pull the quick re-

lease levers on the receiver tube clamps to the open position.

B. STANDARD RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS -

Loosen, but do not remove the hex screws and locknuts on the receiver tube clamps.

2. Perfrom one (1) of the following to close a receiver tube clamp:

A. QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Tighten the

threaded knob to secure the quick release lever. Push the quick release lever on the receiver tube clamps to the closed position.

B. STANDARD RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS -

Tighten the hex screw and locknut on the receiver tube clamp. Torque to 75 in./lbs.

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PROCEDURE 4FRAME

CAMBER CLAMPS

STANDARD QUICK RELEASE

Camber Clamp

Hex Screw

Locknut

RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS

STANDARD QUICK RELEASE

Locknut

Receiver

Tube Clamp

Open Position

Closed

Position

Camber Clamp

Closed

Bolt

Position

Open

Position

Receiver

Tube Clamp

Release

Threaded Knob

Quick Release

Lever

Threaded

Quick

Lever

Knob

4. If the difference between the measurements is not within

+1/8-inch, correct the toe-in/toe-out condition. Refer to cedure of the manual.

Front Centerline of

Rear Centerline of

DET AIL "A" - SIDE VIEW

OF WHEELCHAIR

ADJUSTING TOE-IN/TOE-OUT in this pro-

TOP VIEW OF WHEELCHAIR

Front of Wheelchair

Wheelchair

Toe-out

Toe-in

Smaller Than

Front

Larger Than Front

F R A

FIGURE 6 - OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS

DETERMINING TOE IN/TOE OUT (FIGURE 7)

1. Inflate all pneumatic tires to recommended tire pressures (listed on the sidewall of the tire).

2. Measure the distance between the centerlines at the rear and front of the rear wheels at approximately 12-inches from the ground/floor (FIGURE 7).

NOTE: For optimum accuracy, perform STEP 2 with the wheelchair occupied.

3. Determine the difference between the two (2) measurements. If the difference between the two (2) measurements is NOT within two (2) conditions exists:

A. If the back centerline measurement of the rear

wheels is SMALLER than the front centerline measurement of the rear wheels, a TOE-OUT condition exists (FIGURE 7).

B. If the back centerline measurement of the rear

wheels is LARGER than the front centerline measurement of the rear wheels, a TOE-IN condition exists (FIGURE 7).

+1/8-inch, one (1) of

12-inches

FIGURE 7 - DETERMINING TOE IN/TOE OUT

ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT

NOTE: If the axle tube has been repositioned or replaced, proceed to LOCKING OUT AXLE TUBE in this procedure of the manual.

Axle Tube Positioning For 0°/3°, 0°/6°, 3°/6° or 9°/12° Camber Inserts (FIGURE 8)

CAUTION

DO NOT rotate the axle tube if the axle tube is locked out by the toe adjustment rings. If a locked out axle tube is rotated, damage to the toe adjustment rings will occur.

NOTE: Refer to FIGURE 8 for a description of a locked out axle tube.

There is NO adjustment required to maintain a correct toe in/toe out measurement.

NOTE: The axle tube will be locked out by the toe adjustment rings and will NOT rotate.

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R A

PROCEDURE 4 FRAME

AXLE TUBE POSITIONING FOR 0°/3°, 0°/6°, 3°/6° OR 9°/12° CAMBER INSERTS - NO ADJUSTMENT REQUIRED

LEFT Toe Adjustment

RIGHT Tab

Against UPPER

Metal Tab on

Camber Clamp

LEFT Tab Stopped Against LOWER Metal Tab on Camber Clamp

Ring

RIGHT Toe Adjustment

Ring

Stopped

Axle Tube - LOCKED OUT

by Toe Adjustment Rings

REAR OF WHEELCHAIR

and Will NOT Rotate

AXLE TUBE POSITIONING FOR 0°/9°, 0°/12°, 3°/9°, 3°/12°, 6°/9° OR 6°/12° CAMBER INSERTS

0°, 3° OR 6° CAMBER 9° OR 12° CAMBER

Camber

Clamp

LEFT Toe

Adjustment

Ring

Camber

Clamp

LEFT Tab

Stopped Against

Adjustment Ring

LOWER Metal

Tab on Camber

Rotate DOWN Only

Clamp

Axle Tube - Will

Rotate UP Only

Camber

Clamp

RIGHT Toe Adjustment

Ring

RIGHT Toe

Adjustment Ring

REAR OF WHEELCHAIR

FIGURE 8 - ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT

REAR OF WHEELCHAIR

LEFT Toe

Axle Tube - Will

Camber

Clamp

RIGHT Tab

Stopped

Against UPPER

Metal Tab on

Camber Clamp

Axle Tube Positioning For 0°/9°, 0°/12°, 3°/9°, 6°/9° , 3°/12° Or 6°/12° Camber Inserts (FIGURE 8)

NOTE: Stand behind the wheelchair to determine LEFT or RIGHT.

WARNING

QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Make sure the quick release levers are in the CLOSED position BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

ST ANDARD - Make sure the hex screws and locknuts are securely tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

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FRAME PROCEDURE 4

CAUTION

DO NOT close the quick-release levers or tighten the hex screws and locknuts without camber inserts in the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur.

0°, 3° OR 6° CAMBER.

1. Open the camber clamps. Refer to

CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

2. Slowly rotate the axle tube until the tab on the LEFT toe

adjustment ring is stopped against the LOWER metal tab on the camber clamp (FIGURE 8).

3. Close the camber clamps. Refer to

CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

9° OR 12° CAMBER.

1. Open the camber clamps. Refer to

ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

2. Slowly rotate the axle tube until the tab on the RIGHT

toe adjustment ring is stopped against the UPPER metal tab on the camber clamp (FIGURE 8).

3. Close the camber clamps. Refer to

ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

OPENING/

OPENING/CLOS-

ADJUSTING THE AXLE TUBE (FIGURE 9)

WARNING

QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Make sure the quick release levers are in the CLOSED position BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

ST ANDARD - Make sure the hex screws and locknuts are securely tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

3. Using an "L" square, rotate the axle tube until the flat edge of the camber insert is at a 90° angle with the ground/floor as shown in FIGURE 9.

4. Close the RIGHT camber clamp. Refer to CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

5. Rotate the LEFT toe adjustment ring until the tab stops against the LOWER metal tab on the camber clamp.

6. Securely tighten set screw on LEFT toe adjustment ring.

7. Measure the distance between the center lines at the rear and front of the rear wheels at approximately 12inches from the ground/floor. Refer to ING TOE IN/TOE OUT in this procedure of the manual.

8. Perform one (1) of the following: A. TOE IN/TOE OUT MEASUREMENT IS WITHIN

±1/8-INCH - Proceed to step 8.

B. TOE IN/TOE OUT MEASUREMENT IS

WITHIN ±1/8-INCH - Repeat STEPS 1-7 until toe in/toe out measurement is within ±1/8 inch.

9. Open the RIGHT camber clamp. Refer to CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

10. Reposition the camber inserts to the highest degree of camber. Refer to SERTS (ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER) in this procedure of the manual.

11. Repeat STEP 3.

12. Close the LEFT camber clamp. Refer to CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

13. Rotate the RIGHT toe adjustment ring until the tab stops against the UPPER metal tab on the camber clamp.

14. Securely tighten set screw on RIGHT toe adjustment ring.

15. Repeat STEP 7.

16. Perform one (1) of the following:

REPOSITIONING CAMBER IN-

OPENING/

DETERMIN-

NOT

OPENING/

F R A

CAUTION

DO NOT close the quick-release levers or tighten the hex screws and locknuts without camber inserts in the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur.

NOTE: Before performing this procedure, make sure the camber inserts are positioned to the lowest degree of camber. Refer to ING REAR WHEEL CAMBER) in this section of the manual.

NOTE: Stand behind the wheelchair to determine LEFT or RIGHT.

1. If necessary, open BOTH camber clamps. Refer to

2. Loosen the set screw that secures each toe adjust-

REPOSITIONING CAMBER INSERTS (ADJUST-

OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

ment ring to the axle tube (FIGURE 9).

A. TOE IN/TOE OUT MEASUREMENT IS WITHIN

±1/8-INCH -

1. Proceed to STEP 17.

B. TOE IN/TOE OUT MEASUREMENT IS

WITHIN ±1/8-INCH -

1. Repeat STEP 1.

2. Loosen the set screw on the RIGHT toe adjustment ring.

3. Repeat STEP 3.

4. REPEAT STEPS 12-16 until toe in/toe out measurement is within ±1/8 inch.

17. If desired, reposition camber inserts to the desired degree of camber. Refer to BER INSERTS (ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER) in this procedure of the manual.

REPOSITIONING CAM-

NOT

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PROCEDURE 4 FRAME

F R A

Place "L" Square

Here

90° Angle

LOWER DEGREE OF CAMBER

Camber Clamp

Tab

Metal Tab

Axle Tube - Will Rotate UP Only

HIGHER DEGREE OF CAMBER

Set Screw

STEP 3

Flat Edge of

Camber Insert

Set Screw

Ground/

Floor

LEFT Toe

Adjustment

Ring

Axle Tube

Metal Tab

REPOSITIONING CAMBER INSERTS (ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER) (FIGURE 10)

NOTE: Perform this procedure on one (1) side of the wheelchair at a time for ease of adjustment.

1. Open the camber clamp. Refer to OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

2. Pull one (1) rear wheel with the camber insert out of the axle tube.

3. Remove the rear wheel from the camber insert. Re-

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS

fer to in PROCEDURE 5 of the manual.

4. Rotate the camber insert 180°.

5. Reinstall the rear wheel into the camber insert. Re-

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS

fer to in PROCEDURE 5 of the manual.

WARNING

NEVER position the camber inserts in the axle tube with more than 3-inches (12 indexing marks showing) of the camber insert outside of the axle tube. The camber inserts will not be securely tightened in the axle tube resulting in possible injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair.

6. Position camber insert to desired position. Make sure there is no more than 3-inches (12 indexing marks) of the camber inserts outside of axle tube.

Axle Tube

RIGHT Toe

Adjustment Ring

Axle Tube - Will Rotate DOWN Only

FIGURE 9 - ADJUSTING THE AXLE TUBE

Tab

Camber Clamp

7. Slide the indexing ring on the camber insert until it is flush with the camber clamp.

WARNING

QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Make sure the quick release levers are in the CLOSED position BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

ST ANDARD CAMBER CLAMPS - Make sure the hex screws and locknuts are securely tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

CAUTION

DO NOT close the quick-release levers or tighten the hex screws and locknuts without camber inserts in the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur.

8. Close the camber clamp. Refer to ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

9. Repeat STEPS 1-8 for opposite side of wheelchair.

OPENING/CLOS-

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NOTE: Before using the wheelchair, make sure both camber inserts are set to the same indexing mark. This will make sure the distance between the rear wheel and the wheelchair is the same on both sides.

10. Wheelchairs equipped with 0°/9°, 0°/12°, 3°/9°, 6°/

9°

, 3°/12° or 6°/12° camber inserts - Adjust the toe

in/toe out of the wheelchair. Refer to ADJUSTING TOE IN TOE OUT in this section of the manual.

WARNING

Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the quick/quad-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.

Keep locking pins clean.

11. If the locking pins of the quick/quad-release axles 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 JUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLES or REMOVING THE PLAY FROM THE REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

12. Ensure the wheelchair is parallel to the floor. Refer

ADJUSTING CASTER HEIGHT in PROCEDURE

to 5 of the manual.

13. Ensure anti-tippers are adjusted properly. Refer to ANTI-TIPPER ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.

Axle Tube

Camber Insert -

Rotate 180°

AD-

ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH (ADJUSTING CENTER OF GRAVITY) (FIGURE 11)

WARNING

The position of the footrest, seat angle, back angle, seating system/upholstery, caster size and position, rear wheel size and position, anti-tippers, 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. EXTREMEcare MUST be taken when changing the stability of the wheelchair. Refer to the chart in manual.

To maintain maximum stability, the rear wheels should be left in the factory setting. Moving the rear wheels FORWARD causes the wheelchair to decrease in stability.

ALWAYS ensure stability BEFORE moving the rear wheels forward. TEST wheelchair BEFORE it is occupied by the end user to ensure safety.

NOTE: The wheelbase length of the wheelchair can be adjusted from just in front of the back cane (factory setting) up to four (4) inches forward.

1. Open both receiver tube clamps. Refer to OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

Telescoping tubes have two types of marks - "0" and "X" (DETAIL "A"). "X" marks are provided to indicate that the telescoping tube has been extended too far. DO NOT adjust the telescoping tubes so an "X" marks are showing. Otherwise, injury or damage may occur.

ST ABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 of this

WARNING

Indexing Ring

Camber

Clamp

Indexing Marks

FIGURE 10 - REPOSITIONING CAMBER INSERTS

(ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER)

2. Perform one (1) of the following: A. PULL telescoping tubes out of receiver tubes to

LENGTHEN THE WHEELBASE, increase stability and maintain standard maneuverability of the wheelchair.

B. PUSH telescoping tubes into receiver tubes to

SHORTEN THE WHEELBASE, increase the maneuverability and distribute additional weight onto rear wheels.

NOTE: Marks on the telescoping tube have been provided to ensure the telescoping tubes are aligned with each other. The performance of the wheelchair will be affected if the telescoping tubes are not adjusted to the same position.

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PROCEDURE 4 FRAME

F R A M E

WARNING

QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Make sure the quick release levers are in the CLOSED position BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

STANDARD RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS - Make sure the hex screws and locknuts are securely tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

CAUTION

DO NOT close the quick-release levers or tighten the hex screws and locknuts without telescoping tubes in the receiver tubes. Damage to the receiver tubes will occur.

3. Close both receiver tube clamps. Refer to ING/CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

4. Test the occupied wheelchair for a short distance to make sure there is no excessive drag to either side.

NOTE: If drag to either side occurs, refer to DETERMINING TOE IN/TOE OUT in this section of the manual.

"0" Marks

"X" Marks

OPEN-

WARNING

2. Position the camber insert to the desired position. Make sure there is no more than 3-inches (12 indexing marks showing) of the camber inserts outside of the axle tube.

3. Slide the indexing ring on the camber insert until it is flush with the frame bracket.

NOTE: Before using the wheelchair, make sure both camber inserts are set at the same indexing mark. This will make sure the distance between the rear wheel and the wheelchair is the same on both sides.

WARNING

QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Make sure the quick release levers are in the CLOSED position BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

ST ANDARD CAMBER CLAMPS - Make sure the hex screws and locknuts are securely tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may result.

DET AIL "A" -

TELESCOPING

TUBE MARKS

Telescoping

Tube

Receiver

Tube Clamp

FIGURE 11 - ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH

(ADJUSTING CENTER OF GRAVITY)

Receiver Tube

ADJUSTING WHEELBASE WIDTH (FIGURE 12)

NOTE: Perform this procedure on one (1) side of the wheelchair at a time for ease of adjustment.

1. Open the camber clamp. Refer to OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

CAUTION

DO NOT close the quick-release levers or tighten the hex screws and locknuts without camber inserts in the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur.

4. Close the camber clamp. Refer to ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for the opposite side of the wheelchair.

Indexing Marks

Camber Insert

FIGURE 12 - ADJUSTING WHEELBASE WIDTH

OPENING/CLOS-

Indexing Ring

Axle Tube

Camber

Clamp

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REPLACING AXLE TUBE (FIGURE 13)

NOTE: There is no need to remove the two (2) camber clamps when replacing the axle tube.

1. Note the position of the camber inserts so they can be installed to the original position in the new axle tube.

2. Open the camber clamps. Refer to CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

3. Remove the two (2) rear wheels and camber inserts positioned in the axle tube.

4. Loosen, but do not remove the two (2) set screws that secure the toe adjustment rings to the axle tube.

5. Pull the existing axle tube through one (1) of the camber clamps.

6. Remove the toe adjustment rings from the existing axle tube.

7. Pull the existing axle tube through the other camber clamp and remove from the wheelchair.

8. Slide the new axle tube through one (1) of the camber clamps. Make sure the notches in the axle tube are towards the rear of the wheelchair and the slots in the axle tube are facing up.

9. Install the toe adjustment rings onto the new axle tube. Make sure the stops on the toe adjustment rings are facing towards the outside of the wheelchair.

NOTE: DO NOT tighten the set screws that secure the toe adjustment rings to the axle tube at this time.

10. Slide the new axle tube through the other camber clamp until the end of the axle tube is flush with the outside of the camber clamp.

OPENING/

NOTE: DO NOT close the quick release levers or tighten the hex screws that secure the axle tube to the camber clamps at this time.

W ARNING

11. Install the rear wheels and camber inserts into the new axle tube and slide the camber inserts to the position noted in STEP 1. Make sure there is no more than 3inches (12 indexing marks) of the camber inserts outside of the axle tube.

12. Slide the indexing ring on the camber insert until it is flush with the camber clamp

NOTE: To maximize rollability: Before using the wheelchair, make sure both camber inserts are set to the same indexing notch. This will make sure the distance between the rear wheel and the wheelchair is the same on both sides.

13. Adjust the axle tube. Refer to ADJUSTING THE AXLE TUBE in this procedure of the manual.

NOTE: The performance of the wheelchair will be affected if the axle tube has not been adjusted to correct the toe in/toe out of the wheelchair.

14. Ensure the camber clamps are closed. Refer to OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

F R A

Notch in

Axle Tube

Camber Clamp

Camber Insert

Indexing Ring

REAR OF

WHEELCHAIR

Axle Tube

Toe Adjustment Ring

Set Screw

Axle Tube

Toe Adjustment Ring

FIGURE 13 - REPLACING AXLE TUBE

Slot in

Camber Insert

FRONT OF WHEELCHAIR

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F R A M E

REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE (FIGURES 14 AND 15)

NOTE: This procedure should only be performed if changing the front seat-to-floor height. Refer to FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

NOTE: Right and left are determined by standing behind the wheelchair.

1. Open both the camber clamps. Refer to OPENING/ CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

2. Remove the rear wheels from the camber inserts. Refer to in PROCEDURE 5 of the manual.

3. Remove the camber inserts from the wheelchair (FIGURE 14).

4. Refer to HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 5 of the manual to determine the proper position for the axle tube.

5. Refer to the chart in FIGURE 15 to determine the proper axle tube adjustment.

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS

ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR

NOTE: Refer to DETAIL "B" of FIGURE 15 for telescoping tube and clamp hole patterns.

6. Remove the locknuts and hex bolts securing the telescoping tubes to the camber clamps.

7. Perform one (1) of the following: A. CLAMP POSITION MUST BE INVERTED- Pro-

ceed to STEP 8. B. CLAMP POSITION REMAINS IN STANDARD

POSITION - proceed to STEP 12.

8. Remove the RIGHT camber clamp from the axle tube and set aside.

9. Remove the LEFT camber clamp from the axle tube.

10. Position the LEFT camber clamp onto the RIGHT end of the axle tube with the metal tabs facing the inside of the wheelchair.

11. Repeat step 10 for the RIGHT camber clamp and the LEFT end of the axle tube.

NOTE: The camber clamps should now be inverted, as shown in DETAIL "A" of FIGURE 14.

12. Align the camber clamp mounting holes with the telescoping tube holes determined in STEP 5.

13. Secure telescoping tube to camber clamp with hex bolts and locknuts.

14. Insert camber inserts into axle tube with lowest degree of camber facing towards outside of the wheelchair.

15. Install the rear wheels into the camber inserts. Refer

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in

to PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

ADJUSTING

16. Adjust the axle tube. Refer to ADJUSTING THE AXLE TUBE in this procedure of the manual.

NOTE: The performance of the wheelchair will be affected if the axle tube has not been adjusted to correct the toe in/toe out of the wheelchair.

17. Ensure the camber clamps are closed. Refer to OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

18. Adjust anti-tippers. Refer to MENT/REPLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 7 of the manual.

ANTI-TIPPER ADJUST-

NOTE: QUICK RELEASE LEVERS ONLY - Reposition the quick release levers to the top/bottom of the axle tube if desired. Refer to REPOSITIONING QUICK RELEASE LEVERS in this procedure of the manual.

Camber Clamp

Axle Tube

Locknuts

Camber

Insert

Telescoping

Tube

Hex Bolt

NOTE: LEFT camber clamp and telescoping tube not shown for clarity.

NOTE: Suspension telescoping tube shown. Non-suspension telescoping tube attaches to camber clamp in the same manner.

DETAIL "A" - CLAMP POSITION

NOTE: Axle tubes are viewed from the FRONT of the wheelchair.

NOTE: Socket facing DOWN not shown for clarity.

ST ANDARD CLAMP POSITION - T ABS/SOCKETS DOWN

Tab DOWN

Camber Clamp

INVERTED CLAMP POSITION - TABS/SOCKETS UP

Axle Tube

Socket UP

Camber Clamp

Tab UP

FIGURE 14 - REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE

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PROCEDURE 4FRAME

AXLE TUBE POSITIONS

AXLE TELESCOPING CLAMP CLAMP

POSITION TUBE HOLE HOLE POSITION*

TOP A 1 STANDARD

Telescoping

Tube

Camber

Clamp

Tab DOWN

MIDDLE B 1 STANDARD

Telescoping

Tube

Camber

Clamp

Tab DOWN

BOTTOM A 2 INVERTED

Telescoping

Tube

Tab UP

Camber

Clamp

REPOSITIONING QUICK RELEASE LEVERS (FIGURE 16)

NOTE: This procedure should only be performed if quick release levers are on top of the axle mounting tube and interfere with the desired rear seat-to-floor adjustment. This procedure will position the quick release lever on the bottom of the axle tube.

1. Remove the threaded knob from the quick release lever.

2. Remove the quick release lever, recessed washer and coved washer from the camber clamp.

3. If necessary, position the recessed washer and coved washer onto the quick release lever, as shown in FIGURE 16.

4. Insert the quick release lever with washers through the camber clamp as shown in FIGURE 16.

5. Secure the quick release lever to the camber clamp with the threaded knob.

6. Repeat for opposite quick release lever.

F R A

NOTE: Suspension telescoping tubes and tabs shown. Non-suspension telescoping tubes and anti-tipper sockets are not shown for clarity.

* NOTE: When viewed from the front of the wheelchair, inside of the rear wheels, an inverted camber clamp has the tab or anti-tipper socket at the top of the axle tube. Refer to DETAIL "A" of FIGURE 14.

DET AIL "B" - MOUNTING HOLE P A TTERN

Telescoping Tube Hole A Hole B Hole C

Hole 1

Hole 2

Camber

Tab

Clamp

Metal Tabs

FIGURE 15 - REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE

Quick Release Lever

Recessed

Washer and

Coved Washer

Camber

Clamp

Threaded

Knob

SIDE VIEW OF CAMBER CLAMP WITH QUICK

RELEASE LEVER

REVERSE POSITIONS

LEVER ON

CLAMP TOP

FIGURE 16 - REPOSITIONING QUICK RELEASE LEVERS

LEVER ON

CLAMP BOTTOM

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PROCEDURE 4 FRAME

F R A M E

REMOVING/INSTALLING TELESCOPING TUBES (FIGURE 17)

NOTE: Invacare recommends replacing both telescoping tubes at the same time to maintain optimum wheelchair performance.

Removing Telescoping Tubes

1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in

to PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

2. Note the number of marks showing on the telescop-

ing tube.

3. Open the receiver tube clamps. Refer to

CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

4. Pull the telescoping tubes with rear axle away from

the receiver tube.

NOTE: An audible "click" will be heard when the release buttons (DETAIL "A") pop out of the receiver tubes.

5. Press the telescoping tube release buttons and con-

tinue to pull the telescoping tubes out of the receiver tubes.

OPENING/

Installing Telescoping Tubes

1. Secure the NEW telescoping tubes to the camber clamps in the position noted in STEP 6 of ING TELESCOPING TUBES with the mounting screws and locknuts (DETAIL "B").

2. Insert the ends of the telescoping tubes into the receiver tubes as far as possible.

3. Press telescoping tube release buttons and continue inserting the telescoping tubes into the receiver tubes.

4. Adjust wheelbase length to the position noted in step

REMOVING TELESCOPING TUBES. Refer to

2 of ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.

5. Close the receiver tube clamps. Refer to CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

6. Reinstall the rear wheels. Refer to ING REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

7. A-6S AND F-6S WHEELCHAIRS ONLY - adjust suspension to correspond to the user's weight. Refer to REPLACING REAR ELASTOMERS in this procedure of the manual.

REMOVING/INSTALL-

REMOV-

OPENING/

6. Note the mounting position of the two (2) mounting screws and locknuts securing the telescoping tubes to the camber clamp.

7. Remove two (2) mounting screws and locknuts securing each telescoping tube to camber clamp (DETAIL "B").

DET AIL "B" -

TELESCOPING TUBE

HARDWARE

Axle Tube

Camber

Locknuts

Clamp

Camber

Insert

Telescoping

Tube

DET AIL "A" - RELEASE BUTTON

IN OUT

Telescoping

Tube

Receiver

Tube

Release

Button

Telescoping

Tube

Receiver

Tube

Release

Button

NOTE: Receiver tube clamps not shown for clarity.

Telescoping

Tube Marks

Hex Bolts

Receiver Tube

Receiver Tube Clamp

FIGURE 17 - REMOVING/INST ALLING TELESCOPING TUBES

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WHEELS PROCEDURE 5

This Procedure includes the following: Removing/Installing Rear Wheels Adjusting Quick-Release Axle Installing Quad-Release Axle Adjusting the Quad-Release Handle In and/or Out Removing the Play From the Rear Wheels Handrim Replacement Repairing/Replacing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube Wheel Lock Adjustment/Replacement Replacing/Adjusting Casters Replacing Front Forks Adjusting Caster Height Installing Quick Release Casters Adjusting Front Seat-To-Floor Height

WARNING

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

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS (FIGURE 1)

WARNING

The locking pins MUST be protruding past the inside of the rear wheel axle bushing for a positive lock.

Keep locking pins clean.

5. If locking pins are not protruding past the inside of axle bushing or there is too much movement of rear wheel assembly in a back and forth position, refer to ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE or REMOVING THE PLAY FROM THE REAR WHEELS in this procedure of the manual.

Quick-Release

Axle

FIGURE 1 - REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR

WHEELS

Wheelchair

Frame

ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLE (FIGURE 2)

1. Remove rear wheel and quick-release axle from the wheelchair.

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

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

H E E L S

NOTE: Each wheelchair frame has been designed for a specific size rear wheel. Invacare does not recommend changing rear wheel size.

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

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

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

4. To reinstall the existing or install the new rear wheel onto the wheelchair, reverse STEPS 1-3.

WARNING

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

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

WARNING

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

Keep locking pins clean.

5. Reinstall rear wheel onto the wheelchair.

Camber Bushing

Locking

Pins

Quick- Release Axle

Wheel Hub

NOTE: End of Quick-Release axle is shown for reference only. It is not visible when inserted into camber bar.

FIGURE 2 - ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE

AXLE

Locknut

Detent

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PROCEDURE 5 WHEELS

E E L S

INSTALLING QUAD-RELEASE AXLE (FIGURE 3)

1. Remove rear wheel and existing quick-release axle from wheelchair.

2. Remove EXISTING quick-release axle from rear wheel hub.

3. Insert NEW quad-release axle through rear wheel hub.

4. Slide locking collar onto quad-release axle until it is snug against rear wheel and tighten securely with allen screw.

5. Reinstall rear wheel and the quad-release axle onto the wheelchair.

WARNING

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

Keep locking pins clean.

6. Flip handle of quad-release axle down to release detent pin ensuring that locking pins are fully released.

4. Tighten the locking screw.

5. Reinstall the rear wheel and quad-release axle onto the wheelchair.

WARNING

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

Keep locking pins clean.

6. Flip the handle of the quad-release axle down to release the detent pin ensuring that the locking pins are fully released.

7. Repeat the above procedures until the quad-release axle locks correctly.

Locking Pins

Quad-Release

Handle

Camber Bushing

7. If detent pin does not fully release, proceed to ING THE QUAD-RELEASE HANDLE IN AND/OR OUT.

8. Repeat STEPS 1-7 for the opposite rear wheel.

Quad-Release

Axle

Rear Wheel Hub

NOTE: End of Quad-Release axle is shown for reference only. It is not visible when inserted into camber bar.

FIGURE 3 - INST ALLING QUAD-RELEASE AXLE

Allen

Screw

Locking Collar

ADJUST-

Camber Bushing

ADJUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE HANDLE IN AND/OR OUT (FIGURE 4)

1. Remove rear wheel and the quad-release axle from the wheelchair.

2. Loosen the locking screw.

3. Make the following adjustments:

Locking Screw

FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING QUAD- RELEASE HANDLE IN/

AND OR OUT

REMOVING THE PLAY FROM THE REAR WHEELS (FIGURE 5)

NOTE: The adjusting nut on the quick-release axles originally performed this function.

1. With the rear wheel and quad-release axle still

mounted onto the wheelchair, tighten the length

adjusting screw until there is no in and out movement of the quad-release axle and rear wheel.

If the quad-release handle is not releasing the locking pins completely, rotate the quad-release handle

approximately one-quarter (1/4) turn CLOCKWISE. If the quad-release handle hits the spokes of the

rear wheel when assembled, rotate the quad-re-

lease handle approximately one-quarter (1/4) turn COUNTERCLOCKWISE.

Length Adjustment Screw

FIGURE 5 - REMOVING THE PLAY FROM THE REAR

WHEELS

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PROCEDURE 5WHEELS

HANDRIM REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 6)

1. Remove rear wheel from the wheelchair.

WARNING

Tire MUST be deflated before any disassembly procedures are performed.

2. Remove all air from the tire by pressing down on the pin in the center of the valve stem.

3. While carefully holding the tire, bar and rim strip to one side, hold the phillips screws and remove the locknuts that secure the handrim to the rear wheel.

4. Remove the existing handrim.

5. Install the new handrim by reversing the above procedures.

WARNING

DO NOT inflate tire until it is completely assembled.

6. Inflate tire to correct psi rating on the sidewall of tire.

WARNING

Make sure detent pin is fully released BEFORE operating the wheelchair.

7. Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair.

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

Phillips

Screw

Handrim

NOTE: Before adjusting or replacing the High/Under mount wheel locks, ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended psi on the sidewall of the tire.

1. Loosen the hex screw(s) that secure the High/Under mount wheel locks to the seat frame.

2. Perform one (1) of the following: A. REPLACING THE HIGH/UNDER MOUNT

WHEEL LOCK:

1. Remove the hex screws and remove the existing wheel lock from the wheelchair.

2. Install the NEW wheel lock.

B. ADJUSTING THE HIGH/UNDER MOUNT

WHEEL LOCK:

1. Proceed to STEP 3.

3. Adjust position of wheel lock until the 3/16-inch engagement with the tire is obtained.

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

WARNING

A-6S AND F-6S WHEELCHAIRS ONL Y - Wheel locks MUST be checked for engagement with the wheelchair occupied AND unoccupied. Otherwise, injury or damage may occur.

4. Engage the wheel locks and push against the wheelchair and determine if wheel locks engage the rear wheels enough to hold the wheelchair.

E E

Locknut

FIGURE 6 - HANDRIM REPLACEMENT

REPAIRING/REPLACING REAR WHEEL TIRE/TUBE

WARNING

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

WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/ REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 7)

NOTE: INVACARE recommends UNDER mount wheels locks when engaging in any contact sport.

5. Repeat the STEPS 3-4 until the wheel locks hold the wheelchair.

Hex Screws

High Mount Wheel Lock

3/16-inch

High Mount

Wheel Lock

Shoe

Tire

FIGURE 7 - WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT

Under Mount

Wheel Lock

3/16-inch

Under Mount

Wheel Lock

Shoe

Tire

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PROCEDURE 5 WHEELS

H E E

REPLACING/ADJUSTING CASTERS (FIGURE 8)

NOTE: Both casters should be the same size.

1. REPLACING CASTERS ONLY - If replacing the EXISTING caster with the same size NEW caster, note the mounting position of the EXISTING caster.

2. Remove the bolt and locknut that secure the caster and axle spacers to the fork.

3. Perform one (1) of the following: A. REPLACING CASTERS -

1. Remove existing caster and axle spacers from fork.

2. Install the new caster, bolt, locknut and axle spacers onto the fork and securely tighten.

B. ADJUSTING CASTER POSITION -

1. Install the caster, bolt, locknut and axle spacers onto the fork in the mounting position determined in TO-FLOOR HEIGHT in this procedure of the manual. Tighten securely

4. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite caster if necessary.

NOTE: If replacing casters with a different size than what was originally on the wheelchair, the caster height MUST be adjusted to keep the wheelchair frame parallel to the floor. Refer to section of the manual.

Bolt

ADJUSTING CASTER HEIGHT in this

Fork

ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT-

Locknut

REPLACING FORKS (FIGURE 9)

1. Remove front casters from wheelchair. Refer to RE-

PLACING CASTERS in this section of the manual.

2. Remove the headtube cap.

3. Remove the locknut and washer(s).

NOTE: There may be up to four (4) washers on the fork stem above and/or below the headtube. Note the number and position of these washers for reinstallation.

4. Drop the fork out of the caster headtube.

5. Slide the new fork into the caster headtube.

NOTE: Check bearing assemblies and replace if necessary.

6. Ensure that fork slides completely into caster headtube.

7. Install washer(s) and secure with locknut.

WARNING

Improper positioning of the washer will prohibit the free movement of the fork.

8. Reinstall existing/install new front casters onto the

wheelchair. Refer to section of the manual.

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

A. Tip front of wheelchair off floor. B. Pivot forks and casters to top of their arc simul-

taneously.

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. E. Test wheelchair for maneuverability.

REPLACING CASTERS in this

Axle

Spacer

Caster

FIGURE 8 - REPLACING CASTERS

Axle

Spacer

Locknut

Washer

NOTE: Only one (1) washer is shown here for clarity. There may be up to four (4) washers on the fork stem.

FIGURE 9 - REPLACING FRONT FORKS

Headtube Cap

Caster

Headtube

Fork

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PROCEDURE 5WHEELS

ADJUSTING CASTER HEIGHT (FIGURE 10)

1. Place the wheelchair on a flat surface.

2. Remove the headtube cap on the fork.

3. Remove the locknut that secures the fork to the wheelchair frame.

4. Perform one (1) of the following: A. INSTALLING SP ACERS - Perform the following:

1. Remove spacer from fork stem.

2. Remove fork stem from caster headtube.

3. Install the spacer onto the fork stem.

4. Install the fork stem through the headtube.

5. Loosely secure the fork stem with the locknut.

B. REMOVING SP ACERS - Perform the following:

1. Remove fork stem from caster headtube.

2. Remove the spacer from the fork stem.

3. Install the fork stem through the headtube.

4. Install the spacer onto the fork stem.

5. Loosely secure the fork stem with the locknut.

C. NO SPACER ADJUSTMENT NECESSARY -

Proceed to STEP 5.

5. Position a large right triangle or "L" square on the flat surface and against the caster headtube that is welded to the wheelchair frame.

6. Adjust the height of the casters by either adding or removing washers on top of the fork stem until the wheelchair frame is parallel with the floor.

7. Reinstall the locknut and head tube cap onto the wheelchair.

8. Repeat this procedure for the opposite front caster.

Locknut

Caster

Headtube

INSTALLING QUICK-RELEASE CASTERS (FIGURE 11)

WARNING

Pull on quick-release casters each time BEFORE using the wheelchair to make sure they are securely locked onto the wheelchair frame.

There are several configurations of the quick release caster. If caster fork stem DOES NOT look like the drawing in FIGURE 11 when installed, DO NOT USE. Contact Customer Service, 1-(800)-333-6900.

A Note About Quick-release Casters

Quick-release casters are an option that allow for quick and easy removal of the casters from the wheelchair so the wheelchair can be stored and transported conveniently. When using the quick-release caster option, a spring loaded caster head tube cap will be used instead of a stem nut to secure the front caster to the chair frame. Unlike the stem nut, the caster head tube cap is not adjustable and thus caster flutter will be more evident with the quick-release caster option than it would be with the standard caster attaching hardware.

1. Remove the bolt and locknut that secure the front caster and the two (2) spacers to the fork.

2. Remove the dust cover on the top of the headtube.

3. While holding the fork and using a socket wrench, remove the locknut that secures the fork, and spacer in the headtube of the wheelchair.

NOTE: The dust cover and locknut are not used with the quick release casters. Keep them for future use.

4. Remove the existing fork and install the quick release caster fork through the headtube of the wheelchair making sure the fork stem is approximately 1/4-inch above the caster headtube.

WARNING

Make sure the detent pin of the quick-release caster headtube cap is fully released BEFORE operating the wheelchair.

H E E

Fork Stem

Washers

or Spacers

(NOT

SHOWN)

FIGURE 10 - ADJUSTING CASTER HEIGHT

"L"

Square

5. Depress the detent pin of the quick-release caster headtube cap and install over the top of the quickrelease caster fork stem.

6. Release the detent pin of the quick-release caster headtube cap and pull on the fork to make sure the fork is securely attached to the wheelchair.

7. Reinstall the two (2) spacers and caster onto the quickrelease caster fork.

8. Repeat this procedure for the opposite side.

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PROCEDURE 5 WHEELS

H E E

Quick-Release

Caster Fork

Stem

Caster Headtube

Dust Cover

Locknut

Spacer

Fork Stem

Bolt

FIGURE 11 - INST ALLING QUICK-RELEASE CASTERS

Detent

Headtube

Fork

Approximately 1/4-inch

Quick- Release

Caster

Headtube Cap

ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

2. Refer to the chart to determine the frame size.

LENGTH (INCHES) FRAME SIZE

9.86 17

10.86 18

11.86 19

12.86 20

13.86 21

Seat

Upholstery

Seat Rail

LENGTH

(INCHES)

Bottom of

Caster

Headtube

FIGURE 12 - DETERMINING FRAME SIZE

Front Seat-to-floor Height Adjustment

NOTE: Refer to STABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 for warnings concerning wheelchair stability.

Seat-to-floor height is determined by measuring from the top of the seat rail to the ground/floor.

The different seat-to-floor heights are possible by using different combinations of caster size, caster position, and axle tube position.

WARNING

NOTE: Each wheelchair frame has been designed for a specific size rear wheel. Invacare does not recommend changing rear wheel size.

ST ABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 of this manual.

WARNING

Forks for quick release casters are available in different sizes to accommodate spacers. If the wheelchair is equipped with quick release casters, DO NOT adjust front seat-to-floor height without changing forks.

Determining Frame Size (FIGURE 12)

1. To determine frame size, measure from the bottom of the caster headtube to the top of the seat rail at the edge of the seat upholstery.

1. Refer to the charts on the following pages to determine available front seat-to-floor heights for each wheelchair frame size.

2. Determine the changes needed to the casters, axle tube and anti-tippers by reading across the chart for the seat-to-floor height determined in STEP 1.

3. After determining the caster size, refer to ING CASTERS in this procedure of the manual to replace the casters or adjust the caster position.

4. After replacing or adjusting the caster size/position, refer to cedure of the manual to add/remove fork spacers and add/remove washers to ensure caster headtubes are perpendicular to the ground.

5. After adjusting the caster height, refer to REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE in PROCEDURE 4 of the manual to adjust the axle tube position.

6. Anti-tipper height (if applicable) must be adjusted to maintain 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the floor. Refer to ADJUSTING ANTI-TIPPER HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.

7. Ensure wheellocks engage properly. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT in this procedure of the manual.

ADJUSTING CASTER HEIGHT in this pro-

REPLAC-

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PROCEDURE 5WHEELS

17-INCH FRAME FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

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 1/2-inch from the measurements listed below. All heights are approximate to

+1/4-inch due to tire wear and air pressure.

* NOTE: Anti-tippers are available in two (2) sizes - “A” and “B”. Note the size shown in the chart below.

FRONT CASTER AXLE REAR WHEEL SIZE

SEA T-TO-FLOOR SIZE AND TUBE

HEIGHT POSITION POSITION ANTI-TIPPER SIZE* AND POSITION

16-INCHES 3-INCH TOP

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

16-INCHES 5-INCH TOP

22 24 26

A B N/A

22 24 26

A B N/A

H E E

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

17-INCHES 3-INCH MIDDLE

Spacer

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

17-INCHES 5-INCH MIDDLE

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

17.5-INCHES 6-INCH BOTTOM

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

18-INCHES 5-INCH BOTTOM

Spacer

22 24 26

A B N/A

22 24 26

A B N/A

22 24 26

A B N/A

22 24 26

A B N/A

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

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H E E

PROCEDURE 5 WHEELS

18-INCH FRAME FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

+1/4-inch due to tire wear and air pressure.

* NOTE: Anti-tippers are available in two (2) sizes - “A” and “B”. Note the size shown in the chart below.

FRONT CASTER AXLE REAR WHEEL SIZE

SEA T-TO-FLOOR SIZE AND TUBE

HEIGHT POSITION POSITION ANTI-TIPPER SIZE* AND POSITION

17-INCHES 3-INCH TOP

UPPER Two (2) Mounting Holes

17-INCHES 5-INCH TOP

22 24 26

ABB

22 24 26

ABB

UPPER Two (2) Mounting Holes

18-INCHES 3-INCH MIDDLE

Spacer

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

18-INCHES 5-INCH MIDDLE

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

18.5-INCHES 6-INCH BOTTOM

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

19-INCHES 5-INCH BOTTOM

Spacer

22 24 26

ABB

22 24 26

ABB

22 24 26

ABB

22 24 26

ABB

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

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PROCEDURE 5WHEELS

19-INCH FRAME FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

+1/4-inch due to tire wear and air pressure.

* NOTE: Anti-tippers are available in two (2) sizes - “A” and “B”. Note the size shown in the chart below.

FRONT CASTER AXLE REAR WHEEL SIZE

SEA T-TO-FLOOR SIZE AND TUBE

HEIGHT POSITION POSITION ANTI-TIPPER SIZE* AND POSITION

18-INCHES 3-INCH TOP

UPPER Two (2) Mounting Holes

18-INCHES 5-INCH TOP

22 24 26

ABB

22 24 26

ABB

E E L S

UPPER Two (2) Mounting Holes

19-INCHES 3-INCH MIDDLE

Spacer

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

19-INCHES 5-INCH MIDDLE

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

19.5-INCHES 6-INCH BOTTOM

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

20-INCHES 5-INCH BOTTOM

Spacer

22 24 26

ABB

22 24 26

ABB

22 24 26

ABB

22 24 26

ABB

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

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H E E

PROCEDURE 5 WHEELS

20-INCH FRAME FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

+1/4-inch due to tire wear and air pressure.

* NOTE: Anti-tippers are available in two (2) sizes - “A” and “B”. Note the size shown in the chart below.

FRONT CASTER AXLE REAR WHEEL SIZE

SEA T-TO-FLOOR SIZE AND TUBE

HEIGHT POSITION POSITION ANTI-TIPPER SIZE* AND POSITION

19-INCHES 3-INCH TOP

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

19-INCHES 5-INCH TOP

22 24 26

ABB

22 24 26

ABB

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

20-INCHES 3-INCH MIDDLE

Spacer

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

20-INCHES 5-INCH MIDDLE

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

20.5-INCHES 6-INCH BOTTOM

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

21-INCHES 5-INCH BOTTOM

Spacer

22 24 26

ABB

22 24 26

ABB

22 24 26

ABB

22 24 26

ABB

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

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PROCEDURE 5WHEELS

21-INCH FRAME FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

+1/4-inch due to tire wear and air pressure.

* NOTE: Anti-tippers are available in two (2) sizes - “A” and “B”. Note the size shown in the chart below.

FRONT CASTER AXLE REAR WHEEL SIZE

SEA T-TO-FLOOR SIZE AND TUBE

HEIGHT POSITION POSITION ANTI-TIPPER SIZE* AND POSITION

20-INCHES 3-INCH TOP

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

20-INCHES 5-INCH TOP

22 24 26

N/A B B

22 24 26

N/A B B

E E L S

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

21-INCHES 3-INCH MIDDLE

Spacer

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

21-INCHES 5-INCH MIDDLE

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

21.5-INCHES 6-INCH BOTTOM

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

22-INCHES 5-INCH BOTTOM

Spacer

22 24 26

N/A B B

22 24 26

N/A B B

22 24 26

N/A B B

22 24 26

N/A B B

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

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PROCEDURE 6 FOOTREST

F O O

This Procedure includes the following: Footrest Replacement/Adjustment

WARNING

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

FOOTREST REPLACEMENT/ ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 1)

WARNING

The position of the footrest, seat angle, back angle, seating system/upholstery, caster size and position, rear wheel size and position, anti-tippers, 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. EXTREMEcare MUST be taken when changing the stability of the wheelchair.

The footrest assembly MUST be at least 1-3/4inches above the ground/floor to avoid hitting protruding objects when using this wheelchair.

Footplate Depth Adjustment

1. Note the height of the footrest and the angle of the footplate for reinstallation.

2. Loosen, but do not remove the two (2) allen screws securing the footrest tubes to the wheelchair frame.

3. Remove the two (2) footrest tubes from the wheelchair frame.

4. Loosen, but do not remove the four (4) locknuts that secure the footplate to the footrest tubes.

5. Remove the footrest tubes from the footrest.

6. Insert the footrest tubes into one (1) of two (2) depth mounting positions to accommodate the user.

7. Adjust the angle of the footrest plate to the position noted in STEP 1.

8. Tighten the four (4) locknuts that secure the footplate to the footrest tubes.

9. Insert the footrest tubes into the wheelchair frame.

10. Adjust the footrest tubes to the height noted in STEP 1.

11. Tighten the two (2) allen screws to secure the footrest tubes to the wheelchair frame.

Replacing the Footrest

1. Loosen, but do not remove the two (2) allen screws that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame.

2. Slide the existing footrest tubes out of the wheelchair frame and install new footrest by reversing this step.

3. Position the NEW footrest to a determined height.

4. Tighten the two (2) allen screws that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame.

5. Adjust the footplate to the desired position. Refer to FOOTPLATE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT and/or FOOTPLATE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT in this section of the manual.

Footplate Angle Adjustment

1. Loosen, but do not remove the four (4) locknuts that secure the footplate to the two (2) footrest tubes.

2. Position the footplate to the necessary angle to accommodate the user.

3. Retighten the four (4) locknuts.

Depth Mounting Positions

Allen

Screws

Footrest

Tubes

Flat

Screw

Footplate

Washers

Locknuts

FIGURE 1 - FOOTREST REPLACEMENT/ADJUSTMENT

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ANTI-TIPPERS PROCEDURE 7

This Procedure includes the following: Anti-tipper Adjustment/Replacement

WARNING

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

ANTI-TIPPER ADJUSTMENT/ REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 1)

WARNING

Anti-tippers are specific to the rear wheel size and/ or seat-to-floor heights. Refer to the charts in this procedure and in FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual for correct usage and adjustment. If these requirements CANNOT be achieved, DO NOT use the wheelchair. Contact a qualified technician. Any changes to the seat-to-floor height may require a different anti-tipper adjustment.

Anti-tippers MUST BE attached at all times. Inasmuch as the ANTI-TIPPERS are an option on this wheelcahir (You may order it with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.

Anti-tippers MUST be fully engaged. Ensure the the release button of the anti-tipper fully protrudes out of the hole in the anti-tipper socket.

Ensure both anti-tippers are adjusted to the same height.

NOTE: To ensure the correct model anti-tipper is used refer to FIGURE 1. Measurements for anti-tippers are approximate and are taken using the TOP adjusment hole ont he anti-tipper (DETAIL "A").

Anti-tipper Adjustment

NOTE: If the camber or mounting position of the axle tube is changed, the anti-tippers MUST be readjusted to maintain a 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor.

1. Press in the release button that secures the antitipper wheels to the anti-tipper bar.

2. Adjust the height of the anti-tipper wheels to between 1-1/2 and 2-inches of the ground/floor. Refer to the charts in ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 5 of the manual to determine the proper adjustment hole.

3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite anti-tipper.

ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT-TO-

Anti-tipper Replacement

1. Press in the release button that secures the existing anti-tipper to the anti-tipper socket and remove the anti-tipper from the anti-tipper socket.

2. Insert the new anti-tipper into the anti-tipper socket until release button engages.

3. Press in the release button on the anti-tipper bar and install the anti-tipper wheels onto the new anti-tipper bar.

4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the opposite anti-tipper.

5. 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.

6. If necessary, adjust the height of the anti-tippers. Refer to tion of the manual.

SIZE* REAR PART MEASUREMENT

A 22-inch 1093991

B 24-inch 1100916

*Size refers to the charts in TO-FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 5 of the manual.

TOP adjustment hole

ANTI-TIPPER ADJUSTMENT in this sec-

WHEEL NUMBER

17-inches

26-inch

ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT-

DET AIL "A" - ANTI-TIPPER

ADJUSTMENT HOLES

Release

Buttons

Anti-tipper

Hole

Anti-tipper Socket

1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance

19.5-inches

Anti-tipper

Bar

Camber

Clamp

A N

I P P E R S

FIGURE 1 - ANTI-TIPPER ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT

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PROCEDURE 8 ARMS

A R

This Procedure includes the following: Installing the T-Arm Sockets Installing/Removing the T-Arms Adjusting the T-Arms Adjusting the T-Arm Transfer Assists and/or Side

Guards Replacing the T-Arm Locking Lever Installing the Half Arm Socket Adjusting Half Arm Height

WARNING

NEVER try to lift or tip the wheelchair by T- or half arms, serious injury can occur.

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

NOTE: If desired, locking pins can be installed to secure the T-arm brackets to the wheelchair frame, as shown in FIGURE 1.

6. Repeat STEPS 2-5 for the opposite side of the wheel-

chair.

7. Install the T-arms into the T-arm sockets. Refer to

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE T-ARMS in this sec- tion of the manual.

Hex Screws

Optional Locking Pins

Wheelchair Frame

Washers

T-Arm Clamp

T-Arm Socket

INSTALLING THE T-ARM SOCKETS (FIGURE 1)

1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

2. Position the T-arm socket and T-arm clamp on the wheelchair frame as shown in FIGURE 1.

NOTE: The T-arm socket must be positioned on the outside of the wheelchair frame.

3. Install the hex screws and washers through the Tarm clamp and T-arm socket and loosely tighten.

4. Tighten the hex screws and washers that secure the T-arm mounting socket to the wheelchair frame in the following sequence:

A. Middle hex screw and washer. B. The two (2) outside hex screws and washers.

5. Continue to repeat STEP 4 until the hex bolts are torqued to 156-inch pounds.

NOTE: Make sure the hex bolts are torqued to 156-inch pounds, otherwise the T-arm sockets will be capable of rotating around the wheelchair frame.

FIGURE 1 - INST ALLING THE T-ARM SOCKETS

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE T-ARMS (FIGURE 2)

Installing

1. Position the T-arm over the T-arm socket on the wheelchair frame.

NOTE: Make sure the locking lever is towards the front of the wheelchair.

2. Slide the T-arm into the T-arm socket until the locking lever is in the slot in the T-arm socket and an audible "click" is heard.

3. Pull up on the T-arm to make sure the T-arm is locked in place.

NOTE: If the T-arm does not slide in the T-arm socket as desired, adjust the T-arm socket. Refer to ADJUSTING THE T-ARMS in this section of the manual.

4. Adjust the T-arm for desired height, width and depth, if necessary. Refer to ADJUSTING THE T-ARMS in this section of the manual.

5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for the opposite side of the wheel- chair.

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PROCEDURE 8ARMS

Removing

1. Press in on the locking lever and lift the T-arm straight up and out of the T-arm socket.

NOTE: If the T-arm does not slide up and down in the Tarm socket as desired, adjust the T-arm socket. Refer to ADJUSTING THE T-ARMS in this section of the manual.

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

T-Arm

A. Tighten - Tightening the set screws on the out-

side T-arm post will make it harder to move the inside T-arm post up and down.

B. Loosen - Loosening the set screws on the out-

side T-arm post will make it easier to move the inside T-arm post up and down.

3. Lock the T-arm by flipping the T-arm release lever towards the front of the wheelchair.

Inside T-Arm

Set

Screws

Outside

T- Arm Post

Post

T-Arm Release Lever -

Unlocked Position

A R

Wheelchair

Frame

T-Arm

Socket

FIGURE 2 - INST ALLING/REMOVING THE T-ARMS

Locking Lever

(Towards the

front of the

wheelchair.)

Slot

ADJUSTING THE T-ARMS

Adjusting T-Arm Height (FIGURE 3)

1. Unlock the T-arm by flipping the T-arm release lever towards the inside of the wheelchair.

NOTE: If necessary, Pull out on the T-arm release lever and rotate 180o so it can be flipped towards the outside of the wheelchair.

T-Arm Release Lever - Locked Position

FIGURE 3 - ADJUSTING T-ARM HEIGHT

Adjusting T-Arm Width (FIGURE 4)

1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the arm pad to the arm tube.

2. Turn the arm pad around and reposition the arm pad on the arm tube.

3. Re-secure the arm pad to the arm tube with the two (2) phillips screws.

4. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary.

Arm Pad

Arm Tube

2. Slide the T-arm to one (1) of:

A. Low Height T-Arms - Nine (9) positions. B. High Height T-Arms - Seven (7) positions.

NOTE: If the inside T-arm post does not slide up and down in the outside T-arm post as desired, perform one (1) of the following:

Phillips

Screw

FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING THE T-ARM WIDTH

Phillips Screw

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PROCEDURE 8 ARMS

A R

Adjusting T-Arm Depth (FIGURE 5)

1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the arm pad to the arm tube.

2. Remove the two (2) socket screws that secure the arm tube to the T-arm post.

3. Reposition the arm tube on the T-arm post: A. Desk Length Arms - to one (1) of three (3) posi-

tions depending on the desired arm pad depth.

B. Full Length Arms - to one (1) of five (5) posi-

tions depending on the desired arm pad depth.

NOTE: Additional positions are obtainable by turning the arm tube 180

4. Re-secure the arm tube to the T-arm post with the two (2) socket screws.

5. Reattach the arm pad to the arm tube with the two (2) phillips screws.

6. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary.

Arm Pad

4. Loosen, but do not remove the four (4) hex screws and washers that secure the T-arm socket together.

NOTE: The T-arm socket will disassemble if the four (4) hex screws and washers are removed.

5. Slide the T-arm into the T-arm socket until the lock lever is in the slot in the T-arm socket and an audible "click" is heard.

6. Squeeze the T-arm socket together until the socket is flush with the T-arm.

7. While holding the T-arm socket together, tighten the four (4) hex screws and washers securely.

8. Press in on the locking lever and lift the T-arm straight up and out of the T-arm socket.

9. Repeat STEPS 5-7, if necessary until the T-arm slides in the T-arm socket as desired.

10. Reinstall the T-arm socket onto the wheelchair. Re-

INSTALLING THE T-ARM SOCKETS in this

fer to section of the manual.

Hex Screws

Socket

Screws

Arm Tube

NOTE: If

necessary, turn

Phillips

Screw

arm tube 180

to obtain two (2) positions.

T-Arm

Post

FIGURE 5 - ADJUSTING THE T-ARM DEPTH

Adjusting T-Arm Sockets (FIGURE 6)

1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer to

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in of

this manual.

2. Remove the three (3) hex screws and washers that secure the T-arm socket and T-arm clamp to the wheelchair frame and remove the T-arm socket from the wheelchair.

3. If equipped with optional locking pins, remove the locking pins that secure the T-arm socket to the wheelchair frame.

Phillips Screw

Optional Locking Pins

Wheelchair Frame

Hex Screws

and Washers

T-Arm

Socket

FIGURE 6 - ADJUSTING T-ARM SOCKETS

Washers

T-Arm Clamp

T-Arm Socket

T-Arm

Hex Screws

and Washers

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PROCEDURE 8ARMS

ADJUSTING THE T-ARM TRANSFER ASSISTS AND/OR SIDE GUARDS (FIGURE 7)

1. Remove the T-arm from the wheelchair. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING THE T-ARMS in this section of the manual.

2. Remove the bottom socket screw that secures the side guard to the bottom clamp.

3. Move the bottom clamp to one (1) of three (3) mounting holes in the side guard.

NOTE: The middle mounting hole is the standard mounting position for rigid wheelchairs.

NOTE: The bottom mounting hole is the standard mounting position for folding wheelchairs.

NOTE: The top mounting hole is an optional mounting position for folding or rigid wheelchairs.

4. Re-secure the side guard to the bottom clamp with the socket screw.

5. Install the T-arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to STALLING/REMOVING THE T-ARMS in this section of the manual.

IN-

REPLACING THE T-ARM LOCKING LEVER (FIGURE 8)

1. Remove the T-arm from the wheelchair. Refer to

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE T-ARMS in this sec- tion of the manual.

2. Remove the phillips bolt and locknut that secure the existing locking lever to the bottom bracket.

CAUTION

The locking lever is spring loaded. Place your free hand over the locking lever to prevent the parts from springing off of the bottom bracket.

3. Remove the existing locking lever and spring from the bottom bracket.

NOTE: Inspect the spring and replace if necessary.

4. Position the spring on the bottom bracket as shown in FIGURE 8.

5. Position the new locking lever onto the spring and the bottom bracket.

NOTE: Make sure the two (2) extended ends of the spring are inside the notch in the locking lever.

6. Line up the mounting holes in the new locking lever, spring and bottom bracket.

A R

Top Middle Bottom

Socket

Screws

FIGURE 7 - ADJUSTING THE T-ARM TRANSFER ASSISTS

AND/OR SIDE GUARDS

Side

Guard

Bottom Clamp

T-Arm

Transfer

Assist

Extended Ends

Spring

Bottom

Bracket

Phillips Bolt

FIGURE 8 - REPLACING THE T-ARM LOCKING LEVER

Notch

Locknut

Locking

Lever

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PROCEDURE 8 ARMS

WARNING

DO NOT over tighten the locknut that secures the locking lever to the bottom bracket. Over tightening this locknut will prevent the locking lever from operating properly, possibly causing injury.

7. Install the phillips bolt and tighten securely with the locknut.

8. Install the T-arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to STALLING/REMOVING THE T-ARMS in this section of the manual.

IN-

INSTALLING THE HALF ARM SOCKET (FIGURE 9)

1. Remove the two (2) locknuts and washers securing the back angle bracket to the back cane.

2. Position the half arm socket onto the two (2) hex screws.

3. Install one (1) washer onto each hex screw.

4. Secure the half arm socket to the back cane with the locknut. Tighten securely.

ADJUSTING HALF ARM HEIGHT (FIGURE 10)

1. Remove the half arm from the arm socket.

2. Remove the hex screw, two (2) washers and locknut mounted in the arm socket that determine the half arm height.

3. Reposition hex screw and one (1) washer to one (1) of three (3) positions depending on the desired height.

4. Retighten the hex screw and washer to the arm socket with the remaining washer and locknut.

5. Reinstall the half arm into the arm socket.

6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite side, if necessary.

Half Arm

Arm Socket

5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for the opposite arm socket.

Half Arm

Hex

Screw

Arm

Socket

Coved

Washer

Locknuts

Mounting

Holes

Washer

Washers

Back

Angle

Bracket

Locknut

Hex Screw

Washers

FIGURE 10 - ADJUSTING HALF ARM HEIGHT

Three (3) Mounting

Positions

FIGURE 9 - INST ALLING THE HALF ARM SOCKET

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SUSPENSION PROCEDURE 9

This Procedure includes the following: Elastomers and Suspension Replacing Rear Elastomers Replacing Front Elastomers

WARNING

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

NOTE: The following procedures are for the A-6S and F-6S ONLY.

ELASTOMERS AND SUSPENSION

CAUTION

Weather conditions may affect elastomers. Invacare recommends that elastomers be replaced once a year, otherwise the performance of the wheelchair may be affected.

NOTE: The performance of the wheelchair will be affected if elastomers ARE NOT the same on BOTH SIDES of the wheelchair.

4. Install the locknut onto the mounting bolt.

NOTE: It may be necessary to compress the rear suspension system to install the locknut onto the mounting bolt.

5. Tighten the locknut until three (3) threads can be seen on the end of mounting bolt.

6. Ensure wheel locks engage properly. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 5 of the manual.

Telescoping

Tube

UPPER

Elastomer

Mounting Bolt

Nylon Washer

Suspension

Arm

S U S P E N S

NOTE: If elastomers squeak, lubricate the ends of the elastomers and the shaft of the mounting bolt that secures the elastomers to the suspension tube with a silicone based lubricant.

REPLACING REAR ELASTOMERS (FIGURE 1)

1. Refer to the following chart to determine the elastomers required for the user's weight.

NOTE: Periodically review the following chart to make sure the rear suspension still corresponds to user's weight.

USER'S ELASTOMERS

WEIGHT (IN LBS.) REQUIRED (PER SIDE)

UPPER LOWER

Less Than 100 BLUE BLUE

101 - 140 BLUE BLACK 141 - 180 BLACK BLACK 181 - 220 BLACK PURPLE 221 - 250 PURPLE PURPLE

NOTE: The performance of the wheelchair will be affected if elastomers DO NOT correspond to user's weight.

2. Remove the mounting bolt and locknut that secure the nylon washers, UPPER and LOWER elastomers and recessed spacer to the suspension arms.

3. Reinstall the nylon washers, UPPER and LOWER elastomers determined in STEP 1 and recessed spacer into the suspension tube with the mounting bolt. Refer to FIGURE 1 for hardware orientation.

Nylon

Recessed

Spacer

FIGURE 1 - REPLACING REAR ELASTOMERS

LOWER

Elastomer

Washer

Locknut

REPLACING FRONT ELASTOMERS (FIGURE 2)

WARNING

Ensure the detent ball protrudes past the fork BEFORE use. Otherwise, injury or damage may occur.

1. Remove the bolt and locknut securing the fork to the fork stem.

2. Remove the EXISTING elastomer from the fork.

3. Position one end of the NEW elastomer into the fork stem recess and the other end into the fork recess (DETAIL “A”).

NOTE: Ensure the ends of the elastomer sit flush in the fork and fork stem recesses.

4. Hold and squeeze the fork and fork stem together (DETAIL “B”).

5. Insert the bolt through the mounting holes in the fork to secure the elastomer to the fork.

NOTE: The bolt should be inserted from the OUTSIDE of the wheelchair, so the locknut will be on the INSIDE of the wheelchair.

6. Install the locknut onto the bolt and securely tighten.

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NOTE: Caster not shown for clarity.

SUSPENSIONPROCEDURE 9

S U S P E N S

O N

DET AIL “A”

Mounting

Holes

Fork

Recess

(NOT

SHOWN)

Elastomer

Fork Stem

Recess

Fork

Locknut

Bolt

Fork Stem

Bolt

Fork

DET AIL “C”

DET AIL “B”

Fork Stem

Elastomer

Bolt

Fork

FIGURE 2 - REPLACING FRONT ELASTOMERS

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WARRANTY

LIMITED W ARRANTY

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 the frame to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a lifetime fr om

date of purchase; all remaining components for one (1) year from date of purchase except upholstered materials, padded materials and tires/wheels. 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 pr oduct. In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare at the address on the back cover, provide dealer’s name, address, 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.

A R R

A N

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 INV ACARE’S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MODIFICA TION 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 WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, IF ANY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN AND THE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED 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.

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