Invacare SX5 Recliner manual Percentage of Weight Distribution

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GENERAL GUIDELINES

SECTION 1

GENERAL GUIDELINES

WARNING

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

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

Also, be aware of detachable parts such as armrests or legrests. These must NEVER be used to move the wheelchair or as lifting supports, as they may be inadvertently released, result- ing 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.

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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.

The seat depth, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, use of an anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any com- bination of the seven (7) may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer in and out of the wheelchair. These movements will cause a change to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. To determine and estab- lish 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.

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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.

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Contents Tracer R SX5 Tracer R SX5 Recliner Tracer SX5 Table of Contents ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL Locks Special Notes Special NotesLocations LabelSpecifications SpecificationsSection General Guidelines Information for Healthcare PROFESSIONALS/ AssistantsGeneral Guidelines To Healthcare PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTSGeneral Guidelines Section Stability ALL ModelsStability NON-RECLINER Models only Stability Recliner Models only Operating InformationGeneral Guidelines Width Weight Weight TrainingWeight Limitation Tire PressureCoping with Everyday Obstacles SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsStability and Balance Percentage of Weight Distribution Tipping Do not tip the wheelchair without assistanceMethod 2 Wheelchair Without Step Tube Method 1 Wheelchair with Step TubesTipping Curbs Method 2 Wheelchair Without Step Tube Stairways ESCALATORS? SorryTransferring to and from Other Seats Unfolding and Folding the WheelchairUnfoldingfolding Tracer SX5 Recliner onlySection Safety Inspection Safety Inspection ChecklistSafety Inspection Maintenance Safety Precautions TroubleshootingMaintenance Suggested Maintenance ProceduresSafety Inspection Removing INSTALLING/REMOVING the Footrest FigureInstalling Front Riggings SectionFootrest Height Adjustment Figure Heel Loop Replacement FigureRAISING/LOWERING the Elevating Legrest Assembly Figure Adjusting the Elevating Legrest AssemblyReplacing Using or Replacing FLIP-BACK Armrest FigureUsing ArmsAdjusting Armrest Height Figure Arms SectionSection Seat and Back Installing the Back Canes FigureSeat Backand InsideSeat and Back Section Replacing Back Upholstery FigureReplacing Seat Upholstery Figure Seat and BackAdjusting Seat Depth Figure Adjusting Seat DepthAdjusting the Seat Width Figure Pivot LinkDetail Detail BRear Wheels Section REMOVING/INSTALLING the Rear WheelsPermanent Axles Figure Rear WheelsWheelsrear Detail a Locking Pins Detent PINQUICK-RELEASE Axles Figure Section Rear WheelsAdjusting the QUICK-RELEASE Axle Figure Adjusting the QUICK-RELEASE AxleREPLACING/REPAIRING Rear Wheel TIRE/TUBE Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim FigureFront Casters INSTALLING/REPLACING Fork Assemblies FigureFront Casters Section NON-RECLINER Wheelchairs Under 20-INCHES WideSection Front Casters Adjusting Forks FigureCastersfront REPLACING/REPAIRING Front Caster TIRE/TUBE Replacing Front Casters FigureAnti LOCKSTIPPERS/WHEEL INSTALLING/ADJUSTING the ANTI-TIPPERSInstalling the ANTI-TIPPERS Figures 1 Section ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LocksLocks Adjusting the ANTI-TIPPERS FigureANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL Locks Section Detail a Wheel Lock Shoe Wheel Lock AdjustmentfigureWheel Locks are not Brakes ADULT/HEMI Frame Style Figure Recliner Frame Style Figure Changing SEAT-TO-FLOOR Height Figures 1SEAT-TO-FLOOR Height Section SEAT-TO-FLOOR HeightInch Front Casters To Heightfloor SeatSection SEAT-TO-FLOOR Height Inch Front CastersRear Wheel Mounting Position Tracer SX Recliner Frame Style Inch Fork Mounting PositionsSection Recliner Recliner Operation FigureRecliner Recliner Section Recliner OperationHeadrest Upholstery Replacing the Headrest Pillow FigureReplacing the HEADREST/BACK Upholstery Figure Back UpholsteryREMOVING/INSTALLING the Spreader BAR Figure Removing Installing the Spreader BARREMOVING/INSTALLING the Rear Wheels Figure REMOVING/INSTALLING the Rear WheelsAdult Left Options SectionAdult Right Rear ViewInstalling the Seat Positioning Strap Figure Section OptionsInstalling the Crutch and Cane Carrier Figure Installing the Crutch and Cane CarrierRepositioning the Upper Attachment Installing the Telescoping I.V. ROD FigureInstalling the Telescoping I.V. ROD Right Side Detail a Repositioning the Upper AttachmentLimited Warranty Made in Mexico
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