Invacare Wheelchair manual INSTALLING/REMOVING Footrests Figure, Adjusting Footrest Height

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PROCEDURE 3

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This Procedure Includes the Following:

Installing/Removing Footrests

Adjusting Footrest Height

Replacing the Heel Loops

Installing/Removing Elevating Legrests

Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrests and/or Adjusting Calfpads

WARNING

AfterANYadjustments,repairorserviceandBEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.

INSTALLING/REMOVING

FOOTRESTS (FIGURE 1)

2.Remove the footrest from the wheelchair. Refer to IN- STALLING/REMOVING FOOTRESTS in this proce- dure of the manual.

NOTE: Lay footrest on a flat surface to simplify procedure.

3.Remove the hex bolt, coved washers and locknut that secure the lower footrest to the footrest support.

4.Reposition the lower footrest to the desired height.

5.Reinstall hex bolt, coved washers and locknut that se- curelowerfootresttofootrestsupport.Tightensecurely.

6.Repeat STEPS 1-5for the opposite side of the wheel- chair footrest, if necessary.

7.Reinstall the footrest(s) onto the wheelchair. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING FOOTRESTS in this pro- cedure of the manual.

8.Reinstall any accessory onto the footrest(s).

Installing

1.Turn footrest to the side (open footplate is perpendicular to wheelchair) and position mounting holes in the foot- resthingeplateswithhingepinsonthewheelchairframe.

2.Install the footrest hinge plates onto the hinge pins on the wheelchair frame.

3.Push the footrest towards the inside of the wheelchair until it locks into place.

NOTE: The footplate will be on the inside of the wheelchair when locked in place.

4. Repeat STEPS 1-3for opposite side of wheelchair.

Locknut

Coved Washer

NOTE: PW93ST style footrest shown for clarity only. All footrests except 93M adjust the same way.

Footrest Support

Coved

Washer

Hex Bolt

Lower Footrest

Removing

1.Push the footrest release lever inward and rotate the footrest outward.

2.Lift up on footrest and remove from the wheelchair.

3.Repeat STEPS 1-2for opposite side of wheelchair.

Footrest

Release

Lever

Hinge

Footrest

Pins

Hinge

 

Plate

FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING/REMOVING FOOTRESTS

ADJUSTING FOOTREST HEIGHT

All Footrests Except Model 93M Footrests (FIGURE 2)

1. Remove any accessory from the footrest(s).

FIGURE 2 - ADJUSTING FOOTREST HEIGHT - ALL FOOTRESTS EXCEPT MODEL 93M FOOTRESTS

93M Model Footrests (FIGURE 3)

1.Loosen, but do not remove the lug bolt and locknut that secure the lower footrest to the footrest support.

2.Reposition the lower footrest to the desired height.

3.Securely tighten the lug bolt and locknut that secure the lower footrest to the footrest support.

4.Repeat STEPS 1-3for the opposite side of the wheel- chair footrest, if necessary.

Lug Bolt

Footrest

Support

Locknut

Lower

 

Footrest

FIGURE 3 - ADJUSTING FOOTREST HEIGHT - 93M

MODEL FOOTRESTS

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Contents Excel Understanding this MANUAL. if YOU are Unable to R N I N GTable of Contents Specification S SpecificationsPower Procedure Repair or Service InformationGeneral Guidelines ElectricalSAFETY/HANDLING Wheelchairs Stability and BalanceCoping With Everyday Obstacles Tilting RWD Wheelchairs OnlyStairways Percentage of Weight DistributionTransferring to and From Other Seats Shows the motor mounting positions Functional Reach From a WheelchairReaching, Leaning, Bending and Bending Forward Reaching, Bending BackwardProcedure Troubleshooting Mechanical Safety Inspection ChecklistSafety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Checking Battery Charge Level Troubleshooting ElectricalProcedure 2SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Using Hydrometer to Check Battery Cells Lead Acid Figure Number of Floating Balls Will Vary According to ChargeINSTALLING/REMOVING Footrests Figure Adjusting Footrest HeightProcedure Front Riggings O N T I N G SAdjusting Calfpads INSTALLING/REMOVING Elevating Legrests FigureRaising/Lowering Elevating Legrests Adjusting Captains Seat Armrests Figure Procedure ArmsReplacing Seat Positioning Strap FigureReplacing Seat Upholstery Figure UPHOLSTERY/POSITIONING StrapMkiv Joystick MountingTube Adjustment Lock Repositioning Mkiv JoystickPreparing Mkiv Joystick for USE Figure C T R O N I C SReplacing Battery BOX Retaining Strap Retaining StrapT a I N I N G R a P RWD Wheelchairs FigureAdjusting Forks Figure S T E R SRemove the dust cover from the caster headtube Dust Cover Locknut Nylon Washer Caster Headtube ForkBatteries T T E R I E SConnecting Battery Cables Dual U1 or Dual Group 22 Battery BoxesBattery Cable Direct Mount MethodPositive + Battery Terminal/Post Battery Orange Battery Terminal Cap+ Battery BatteryBattery Clamp Battery Cable RED Battery Clamp Cover Positive + Battery T E R I E STransporting Excel E E L C H a I R SSeat Rails Unfolding/Folding Integrated Sling Seats FigureAdjusting FWD WheelchairsSecurely tighten with the locknut Push Pins Support in this procedure of the manualFlip Up Locknut Insert the rear socket bolt through the wheelchairREMOVING/INSTALLING Captains Seat Figure Limit SwitchArmrest Captains Joystick Seat MountingREMOVING/INSTALLING Shrouds Figure When to Charge Batteries Figure Installing Side Shrouds and FillersBattery Discharge Indicator BDI Description and Use of Battery ChargersCharging Batteries Figure A I R SBattery Charger Three Pronged Plug Front View From Battery Charger Port Joystick Battery BoxesRecommended Battery Types Cleaning Battery TerminalsINSTALLING/REMOVING Battery Boxes Figure Battery TrayFolding Battery Tray for Transport Figure Unfolding Battery Tray for Use FigureENGAGING/DISENGAGING Clutches Figures 15 Outside of Wheelchair Front of WheelchairA I R Transporting Power 9000 FigureUnfolding/Folding the Wheelchair RWD Wheelchairs Battery Charger Connector on Side of Wheelchair From Battery H a I R SENGAGING/DISENGAGING Battery Tray FigureClutches Figures 6 Using Wheel Locks Figure TabTowards rear WheelsMended psi on the side wall of tire Tighten the wheel lock to the wheelchair frameHandle Rubber Tip If Equipped ExtensionMotor Set Screw Page T E S Limited Warranty WarrantyRev D 1 5/00