Invacare SX Recliner, Tracer Titan, Tracer DLX Troubleshooting, Maintenance Safety Precautions

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TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHAIR

CHAIR

SLUGGISH

CASTERS

SQUEAKS

LOOSENESS

CHAIR

SOLUTIONS

VEERS

VEERS

TURN OR

FLUTTERS

AND

IN CHAIR

WHEELS

 

RIGHT

LEFT

PERFORMANCE

 

RATTLES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

X

X

X

 

 

X

If pneumatic, check tires

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

for correct and equal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

pressure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

X

X

X

 

Check for loose stem

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

nuts and bolts.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

X

 

X

 

 

 

Check that both casters

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

contact the ground at

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the same time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MAINTENANCE

T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G

MAINTENANCE SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

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

CAUTION

DO NOT over tighten 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 ad- justment.

2.Keep quick-release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation. Re- fer to ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE in PROCEDURE 4 of this manual.

3.If equipped, oil quick-release axles at least once (1) a month (3-in-1®oil or equivalent).

WARNING

DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may causethetiretoexplodeandcausebodilyharm. Recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire.

4.The wheels and tires should be checked periodi- cally for cracks and wear, and should be replaced when necessary by your authorized dealer or by a qualified technician.

5.Periodically check handrims to ensure they are securely attached to the rear wheels. Refer to REPLACING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM in PRO- CEDURE 4 of this manual.

6.Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.

7.Periodically check front caster and rear wheel hubs to make sure they are clean. Use a Teflon® lubri- cant if necessary.

8.Check Upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.

M

A

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T

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3-in-1 oil - Registered trademark of American Home

Teflon-RegisteredtrademarkofE.I.DuPontNemours

Products Corporation.

and Company.

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Contents Tracer R SX Tracer R SX Recliner Tracer R Titan Tracer R DLX I N G Table of Contents Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat Positioning Straps Special NotesOperating Information Safety SummaryTo Healthcare PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS Coping with Everyday Obstacles SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsPercentage of Weight Distribution Stability and BalanceREACHING, Leaning Bending Forward Functional Reach from a WheelchairREACHING, Leaning Backwards Tipping Curbs Method 1 Wheelchair with Step Tubes TippingTipping Curbs Method 1 Wheelchair Without Step TubesTransferring to and from Other Seats StairwaysClosing Folding and Unfolding the WheelchairOpening Recliner ModelsI F I C a T I O N S SpecificationsT I O N S Initially Inspect Adjust Weekly Monthly Periodically Safety Inspection ChecklistSuggested Maintenance Procedures TroubleshootingMaintenance Maintenance Safety PrecautionsHeel Loop Replacement Figure Swingaway Footrest Assembly Installation FigureSwingaway Footrest Height Adjustment Figure Adjusting the Elevating Legrest Assembly Figure Elevating Legrest Assembly Installation FigureAdjusting Armrest Height Adjustable Height Arms only Wheelchairs Equipped With Height Adjustment Levers FigureWhelchairs Equipped With Height Adjustment Knobs Figure Replacing Using or Replacing FLIP-BACK Armrest FigureUsing Removing or Replacing Armrest FigureAssembling the Back Cane to the Wheelchair Figure Replacing the SLIP-ON Back Upholstery FigureReplacing SCREW-ON Back Upholstery Figure Adjusting Seat Depth Figure Adjusting Seat Width FigureReplacing Seat Upholstery Figure Tracer DLX Built Before March 13 REMOVING/INSTALLING the Rear Wheels Quick-Release Axles FigurePermanent Axles Figure REPLACING/REPAIRING Rear Wheel TIRE/TUBE Adjusting the QUICK-RELEASE Axle FigureReplacing Rear Wheel Handrim Figure Front Caster Mounting Adjustments Figure REPLACING/REPAIRING Front Caster TIRE/TUBEINSTALLING/ADJUSTING the ANTI-TIPPERS Installing The Anti-tippers Figures 1Adjusting The Anti-tippers Figure Wheel Lock Adjustment Wheel Lock Adjustment FigureChanging SEAT-TO-FLOOR Height Procedure SEAT-TO-FLOOR HeightChanging SEAT-TO-FLOOR Height Recliner Frame Style C L I N E R Recliner Operation FigureBack Upholstery Figure Replacing the HEADREST/BACK UpholsteryReplacing the Headrest Pillow Figure Headrest Upholstery FigureREMOVING/INSTALLING the Spreader BAR Figure InstallingRemoving REMOVING/INSTALLING Rear Wheels REMOVING/INSTALLING the Rear Wheels FigureInstalling the Amputee Bracket Installing the Amputee Bracket FigureInstalling the Seat Positioning Strap Figure Installing the Crutch and Cane Carrier FigureSafety and Maintenance Mounting Installing the Telescoping I.V. RODRepositioning the Upper Mount Repositioning The Upper Attachment FigurePage Tracer DLX Limited WarrantyOne Invacare Way