Invacare 1073955 manual Removing/Installing the Spreader Bar

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Back

Cane

SECTION 7—SEAT AND BACK

Stroller

Handle

Unlocked Position

Locked Position

Release Lever

FIGURE 7.4 Adjusting Adjustable Angle Stroller Handles

Removing/Installing the Spreader Bar

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.5 on page 56.

NOTE: For removing and installing the spreader bar on the recliner back option, refer to Engaging Tilt‐In‐Space on page 70.

NOTE: Make sure the spreader bar is ALWAYS attached to the wheelchair.

NOTE: If a seating system is being used on the chair, refer to the seating system Ownerʹs Manual for installation and removal of the seating system.

1.Remove the existing seating system from the wheelchair, if so equipped.

2.Separate back assembly from the back angle brackets by removing the mounting screws, coved spacers, washers, and locknuts.

3.If necessary, remove the cantilever arms from the back assembly. Refer to Installing/Removing/Adjusting Catilever Arms on page 49.

4.Remove the locking mechanisms in the back canes. Refer to Replacing/Repositioning the Locking Mechanism in the Cantilever Arm on page 50.

5.Loosen, but DO NOT remove the two set screws that secure the existing spreader bar to the back canes.

6.Slide the existing spreader bar off of the two back canes.

7.Slide the new spreader bar onto the back canes.

NOTE: Make sure the spreader bar is positioned on the back canes so not to interfere with the back angle brackets.

8.Securely tighten the two set screws that secure the new spreader bar to the back canes.

9.Reinstall the cantilever arms, if necessary. Refer to Installing/Removing/Adjusting Catilever Arms on page 49.

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Contents Orbit Orbit Table of Contents Front Riggings Options Complete and mail the form on the next Register Your ProductCity State/Province Product Registration FormFold here Cut Along Line Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat Restraints Special NotesStandard Labels Label LocationWheelchairs with Trro Minimum Maximum Typical Product ParametersInformation for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants General GuidelinesStability All Models Operating Information Anti-TippersWeight Limitation Weight TrainingTire Pressure Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsStability and Balance Coping With Everyday Obstacles Do not tip the wheelchair without assistance Reaching, Leaning and Bending ForwardReaching and Leaning Backwards TippingMethod 2 Wheelchair Without Step Tubes Method 1 Wheelchair With Step TubesStairways StairwaysTransferring To and From Other Seats EscalatorsSafety Inspection Checklist Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGInspect/Adjust Initially Inspect/Adjust Monthly Inspect/Adjust WeeklyInspect/Adjust Periodically Suggested Maintenance Procedures TroubleshootingMaintenance Maintenance Safety PrecautionsSafety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Assembling/Disassembling the Removable Orbit Wheelchair AssemblyAssembling the Seat Frame to the Base Frame Disassembling the Seat Frame from the Base Frame Assembling/Disassembling the Removable Orbit Wheelchair Removing Front Riggings Installing/Removing Front RiggingsInstalling Front Riggings Front RiggingsAdjusting Pivot Slide Tube Height Adjusting Footplate HeightAdjusting Footplate Height 70 MFX and 90 Footrests Only Adjusting Footplate Height MFX and 90 Footrests Only Installing 3-Inch ExtensionAdjusting Elevating Legrest Installing Elevating LegrestAdjusting Depth on Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-up FootplateAdjusting Angle on Adjustable Angle Flip-up Footplate Installing Bilateral Contracture Platform Bilateral Contracture Platform ProceduresRemoving Bilateral Contracture Platform Adjusting Height of Bilateral Contracture PlatformAdjusting Bilateral Contracture Platform Footplate Depth Adjusting Bilateral Contracture Platform AngleReplacing Sector Block Adjusting Telescoping Front Frame Tubes Installing/Removing Telescoping Front Frame TubesReplacing Heel Loop Optional Footrest AccessoriesComposite Footplates 15 Replacing Heel Loop Adjustable Footplate Adjustable FootplateArms Installing the T-Arm SocketsInstalling T-Arms Installing/Removing the T-armsRemoving T-Arms Adjusting T-Arm Height Adjusting the T-ArmsAdjusting T-Arm Width Adjusting the T-Arms- Adjusting T-Arm Width Adjusting T-Arm DepthAdjusting the T-Arms- Adjusting T-Arm Depth Adjusting T-Arm SocketsAdjusting the T-Arms- Adjusting T-Arm Sockets Adjusting the Transfer Assists and/or Side GuardsReplacing the T-Arm Locking Lever Adjusting the Transfer Assists and/or Side GuardsUsing Catilever Arms Using/Installing/Adjusting Cantilever ArmsUsing/Installing/Adjusting Cantilever Arms Installing/Removing/Adjusting Catilever ArmsAngled Portion Locking Mechanism Adjustment Replacing and Adjusting Arm Pad Depth for Cantilever ArmsReplacement Replacing the Locking Mechanism in the Back Cane Seat and BackInstalling Adjustable Angle Stroller Handles Installing Fixed Height Stroller HandlesAdjusting Adjustable Angle Stroller Handles Removing Adjustable Angle Stroller HandlesAdjusting Adjustable Angle Stroller Handles Removing/Installing the Spreader BarFolding/Unfolding the Back Canes Removing/Installing the Spreader BarRemoving InstallingFront Casters Replacing/Installing Front Caster AssembliesReplacing Front Fork Replacing Front ForkAdjusting Caster Headtubes Adjusting Caster HeadtubesPermanent Axles Removing/Installing Rear WheelsRear Wheels Quick-Release AxlesRemoving/Installing Rear Wheels Adjusting the Quick-Release AxleProjection Handrims Installing Non-Projection HandrimsReplacing Handrims Non-Projection HandrimsRemoving Projection Handrims Installing Projection HandrimsANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL Locks Foot Activated Wheel Lock ProceduresInstalling/Removing Foot Activated Wheel Locks Using Foot Activated Wheel LocksInstalling/Removing Hand Activated Wheel Locks Hand Activated Wheel Lock ProceduresEngaging/Disengaging Hand Activated Wheel Locks Adjusting the Wheel LockAdjusting the Wheel Lock Installing Anti-TippersAdjusting Anti-Tippers Adjusting Anti-TippersEngaging Tilt-In-Space ReclinerRecliner Engaging Tilt-In-Space Operating ReclinerAdjusting Anterior Forward Limit Stops Adjusting Limit Stops of the Tilt MechanismReplacing the Headrest Upholstery Adjusting Posterior Rearward Limit StopsReplacing Upholstery Recliner Models Only Replacing the Back UpholsteryReplacing Upholstery Recliner Models Only Adjusting the Back Height Recliner Models OnlyTransport Ready Option Compliance Information SpecificationsWeight Limit About Transport Ready PackagesPositioning the Wheelchair in the Vehicle Securing the Wheelchair to the VehicleSecuring the Wheelchair Securement PointsVehicle-Anchored Belts Securing the OccupantSeating System Positioning Belts Positioning BeltsOptions Using the Ventilator TrayLimited Warranty USA