Invacare Tracer Titan, SX Recliner, Tracer DLX, Tracer SX Recliner Operation Figure, C L I N E R

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PROCEDURE 8

RECLINER

 

 

R E C L I N E R

This Procedure Includes the Following:

Recliner Operation

Replacing the Headrest Pillow

Replacing Headrest/Back Upholstery

Adjusting the Seat Depth

Storing/Replacing the Spreader Bar

Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels

WARNING

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

RECLINER OPERATION (FIGURE 1)

WARNING

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

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

Anti-tippers MUST BE attached at all times.

Anti-tippers MUST be fully engaged. Ensure that the release button of the anti-tipper fully pro- trudes out of the hole on the bottom of the wheelchair frame.

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

ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclin- ing or inclining (reverse recline) the wheelchair.

Ensure the spreader bar is attached and se- cured BEFORE using the Tracer SX Recliner.

Make sure both back canes are at the same angle BEFORE releasing the handles of the recline mechanisms.

Mount the rear wheels in the Rear Wheel Off- set Bracket ONLY. NEVER reposition the rear wheels to the forward position, stability of the wheelchair will decrease, and injury or dam- age may result.

WARNING (CONTINUED)

TO HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS:

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

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

Assistants MUST be prepared to support the weight of the occupant when reclining, or returning the wheelchair back to the full up- right position, otherwise injury may occur.

1.Unfold wheelchair. Refer to SAFETY/HANDLING section of this manual.

2.Attach spreader bar. Refer to STORING/REPLAC- ING THE SPREADER BAR in this procedure of the manual.

3.Inform the occupant of the wheelchair that the wheel- chair is about to be reclined.

4.Make sure wheelchair is occupied and on a level sur- face before reclining.

5.Stand behind the wheelchair and grasp both handles firmly.

6.Lifting up on handles, squeeze release levers.

7.SLOWLY, pull back on the back assembly while squeezing the release levers.

8.When the back reaches the desired angle, SLOWLY let go of the release levers.

9.To return the back to the full upright position, reverse the STEPS 6-9keeping in mind proper body me- chanics.

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Contents Tracer R SX Tracer R SX Recliner Tracer R Titan Tracer R DLX I N G Table of Contents Special Notes Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat Positioning StrapsSafety Summary Operating InformationTo Healthcare PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS Stability and Balance SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsPercentage of Weight Distribution Coping with Everyday ObstaclesREACHING, Leaning Bending Forward Functional Reach from a WheelchairREACHING, Leaning Backwards Without Step Tubes TippingTipping Curbs Method 1 Wheelchair Tipping Curbs Method 1 Wheelchair with Step TubesStairways Transferring to and from Other SeatsRecliner Models Folding and Unfolding the WheelchairOpening ClosingSpecifications I F I C a T I O N ST I O N S Safety Inspection Checklist Initially Inspect Adjust Weekly Monthly PeriodicallyMaintenance Safety Precautions TroubleshootingMaintenance Suggested Maintenance ProceduresHeel Loop Replacement Figure Swingaway Footrest Assembly Installation FigureSwingaway Footrest Height Adjustment Figure Elevating Legrest Assembly Installation Figure Adjusting the Elevating Legrest Assembly FigureAdjusting Armrest Height Adjustable Height Arms only Wheelchairs Equipped With Height Adjustment Levers FigureWhelchairs Equipped With Height Adjustment Knobs Figure Removing or Replacing Armrest Figure Using or Replacing FLIP-BACK Armrest FigureUsing ReplacingAssembling 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 REPLACING/REPAIRING Front Caster TIRE/TUBE Front Caster Mounting Adjustments FigureINSTALLING/ADJUSTING the ANTI-TIPPERS Installing The Anti-tippers Figures 1Adjusting The Anti-tippers Figure Wheel Lock Adjustment Figure Wheel Lock AdjustmentProcedure SEAT-TO-FLOOR Height Changing SEAT-TO-FLOOR HeightChanging SEAT-TO-FLOOR Height Recliner Frame Style Recliner Operation Figure C L I N E RHeadrest Upholstery Figure Replacing the HEADREST/BACK UpholsteryReplacing the Headrest Pillow Figure Back Upholstery FigureREMOVING/INSTALLING the Spreader BAR Figure InstallingRemoving REMOVING/INSTALLING the Rear Wheels Figure REMOVING/INSTALLING Rear WheelsInstalling the Amputee Bracket Figure Installing the Amputee BracketInstalling the Seat Positioning Strap Figure Installing the Crutch and Cane Carrier FigureSafety and Maintenance Installing the Telescoping I.V. ROD MountingRepositioning The Upper Attachment Figure Repositioning the Upper MountPage Limited Warranty Tracer DLXOne Invacare Way
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