Invacare IMX1 user manual Safety, General Guidelines, Intended Use, Installation Information

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2 SAFETY

2 Safety

The Safety section contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product.

2.1General Guidelines

WARNING

￿DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner’s manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this product or optional equipment. If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel before attempting to use this equipment - otherwise, injury or damage may occur.

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ACCESSORIES WARNING

Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products.

NOTICE

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

Check all parts for shipping damage before using. In case of damage, DO NOT use the equipment. Contact the Dealer for further instructions.

2.1Intended Use

The Invacare Matrx MX1 back is designed to provide precise orientation within the wheelchair for optimal postural support.

2.2Installation Information

￿The procedures in this manual should be performed by a qualified technician.

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching component parts are secure.

DO NOT install the Invacare Matrx MX1 assembly onto back canes with an outside diameter greater than 1-inch or less than 3/4-inch. Otherwise, injury or damage may occur.

The mounting position of the Invacare Matrx MX1 is directly related to the chair's stability. Use extreme caution when using a new seating position.

Ensure the Invacare Matrx MX1 is properly secured to the wheelchair before using. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.WARNING

Invacare® Matrx® MX1

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Contents Invacare Matrx MX1 Model IMX1Invacare Matrx MX1 Contents Overview Important Information SymbolsGeneral Invacare Matrx MX1Limited Warranty North America Outer CoverGeneral Guidelines SafetyInstallation Information Intended UseWeight Limitation and Model NumbersWARNING Operating InformationMono Mount Installation OverviewBefore Installation Included ItemsInstalling the Mounting Hardware Inch 23 cm Tall MX1 Back Cushions OnlyCarefully slide the rigidizer bracket onto the band clamp Band clamp in placeInstalling the Tracking Plate on the Back Shell Installing the Back Shell onto the Mounting Hardware Adjusting the Back HeightAdjusting the Back Angle Removing the Mono Mount Hardware Our customer service department Fixed Dual MountClamp Body Adjustment Repeat Steps 1-3 for the opposite sideInstalling the Band Clamps Installing the BackFixed Dual Mount Adjust the back to the desired height Loosen the compression bar hardware aAdjusting the Back Angle and Back Depth After InstallationLoosen the screws a on the side of both clamp bodies B Quick Release Dual Mount Loosening the Compression Bar Securing the Clamp Body to the Band Clamp Securing the Clamp Body Assembly to the Back Cane Inside View Adjusting the Back Height Removing the Back Cushion Adhesive Pads Installing/Adjusting the Lumbar Support Plug InsertsOptions Mounting holes B on the back shell CInstalling the Optional Privacy Flap WidthLaundering MaintenanceCleaning General Cleaning InspectionUsability Survey TRD0283 USA