Invacare 9000 STANDARD WEIGHT user manual Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs, Stability and Balance

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3 SAFETY

3.3Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs

Safety and handling of the wheelchair require the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair. It is important to practice and master these safe techniques until you are comfortable in maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers.

Use this information only as a basic guide. The techniques that are discussed on the following pages have been used successfully by many.

Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described in this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for him/her in overcoming architectural obstacles that they may encounter. However, all warnings and cautions given in this manual MUST be heeded. Techniques in this manual are a starting point for the new wheelchair user and assistant with “safety” as the most important consideration for all.

Stability and Balance

WARNING

￿ The seat depth, back height/angle, seat angle, size/position of the front casters, seat-to-floor angle, position of the rear wheels, correct anti-tipper as well as the end user’s disability or end user’s physical condition and capabilities directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one or any combination may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

Seat-to-floor heights have specific positions depending on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and seat-to-floor angle. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

Be aware that carrying heavy objects on your lap while occupying the wheelchair may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user, damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property.

This wheelchair has been designed to accommodate one individual. If more than one individual occupies the wheelchair this may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user, damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property.

(Recliner Models Only)

ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable before using the recliner option.

ALWAYS return the back to the upright position before lifting the wheelchair.

ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (sitting up) the wheelchair.

ALWAYS return the back to the upright position before lifting the wheelchair.

Ensure the spreader bar is attached and secured before using the Jymni Recliner.

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Invacare® Jymni™ Pediatric Series Wheelchair

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Contents Page Invacare Jymni Pediatric Series Wheelchair Contents Arms ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL Locks General SymbolsLimited Warranty Lower Frame Tube OverviewLabel Locations CrossmemberModels with Quick-Release Axles Only On all adjustable Anti-tippersJymni Recliner Models Only Typical Product Parameters Aluminum 19 or 23 inchesPermanent 35½ to 39¼ inchesFront Caster Component IdentificationGeneral Guidelines SafetyOperating Information Anti-tippers General Warnings Hand Grips Information for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants Lifting Repair and Service InformationRamps, Slopes, Inclines and Obstacles Tire Pressure Weight LimitationWeight Training Seat Positioning StrapWheelchair Tie Down Restraints Wheel LocksWheelchair User Stability and Balance Safety/Handling of WheelchairsRecliner Models Only Refer to the procedure that is checked to maintain Forward Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward or SidewaysBackwards Step Tube Coping With Everyday ObstaclesTipping Method 1 Wheelchair With Step TubesMethod 2 Wheelchair Without Step Tubes StairwaysMoving Down Stairs Moving Up StairsTransferring To and From Other Seats EscalatorsUnfolding Sling Seat Unfolding and Folding WheelchairUnfolding/Folding Solid Seat Model Wheelchairs Folding Sling SeatSafety Inspection Checklist Safety Inspection/TroubleshootingInspect/Adjust Initially Inspect/Adjust Monthly Inspect/Adjust WeeklyCasters Squeaks TroubleshootingInspect/Adjust Periodically SolutionsSuggested Maintenance Procedures Maintenance Maintenance Safety PrecautionsDamage may result Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube Transporting the Invacare Jymni Replacing/Repairing Caster Tire/TubeRemoving InstallingInstalling/Removing the Swingaway Footrest Assembly Front RiggingsJ932A and J933A Swingaway Footrest Height AdjustmentUpper Footrest Support Bolt Locknut Lower Footrest Assembly J932A-14J934A-14 Elevating Legrest J934A-14 onlyJA932A JA932A-14Step Installing/Removing Elevating Legrest AssemblySteps 2 Detail a Lowering Legrest AssemblyAdjusting Calfpad Adjusting HeightAdjust armrest to one of five positions Adjusting Armrest HeightArms Armrest Release Lever Rear Arm Socket Using Swing-Back ArmsPost Removing or Replacing ArmrestRemoving Armrests Replacing ArmrestsConverting Between Space Saver and Conventional Arms Guard to the armrest assemblyMounting Screws Clothing Guard Armrest Pad Assembly Replacing Clothing Guards Fixed Height Arms OnlyConventional Arm Position Space Saver Arm PositionReplacing Seat Upholstery Seat and BackWasher Mounting Screws Back Upholstery Back Cane Replacing Back UpholsteryBack Cane Wheelchair Frame Locknuts Mounting Screws Cane to the wheelchair frame are not shown for clarity Adjusting Back HeightAdjusting Seat Width and Depth Rear Wheels Removing/Installing Rear WheelsPermanent Axles Outside Wheelchair Quick-Release AxlesDetail a Detent balls and detent pin Inside WheelchairWheelchair Frame Locknut Locking Pins Adjusting the Quick-Release AxleReplacing Rear Wheel Handrim Replacing Rear Wheel HandrimFront Casters Installing/Replacing Front Casters and ForksAdjusting Front Caster Mounting Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire/TubeAnti-tippers/Wheel Locks Installing/Adjusting Anti-tippersAnti-Tipper Length Installing Anti-Tippers1101959 1058752 Anti-Tipper Release Buttons Rear Frame TubingInches Adjusting Anti-TippersPull wheel lock handle toward the tire to engage wheel lock Using Patient Operated Wheel LocksPush-To-Lock Pull-To-LockInch 3/16-inch pneumatic tires Wheel Lock Shoe Tire Adjusting Patient-Operated Wheel LocksAdjusting Patient-Operated Wheel Locks Wheel Lock Wheel Lock Shoe Rear WheelOperating Recliner ReclinerReclined Position Upright PositionReplacing Headrest Pillow Installing/Removing Headrest ExtensionBack Upholstery Replacing Headrest/Back Upholstery Headrest UpholsteryKnob Back Upholstery Headrest Upholstery Spreader Bar Back Adjusting Headrest/Back Upholstery TensionStoring/Replacing Spreader Bar Storing Spreader Bar Removing From Stored PositionPlacing In Stored Position Adjusting the Seat Width and DepthReplacing Spreader Bar Options Installing Telescoping I.V. Rod/O2 HoldersStep Tube Locknut CleaningDetail a I.V. Rod/O Detail B O 2 holder Holder Tie WrapWheel Positioner Installing the 1-inch Forward Rear Wheel PositionerRepeat Steps 1 3 for the opposite stroller handle Installing/Adjusting Stroller Handles RemovingHeight Adjustment Repeat Steps 1-3 for the opposite stroller handleInstalling/Removing the Solid Back Insert Installing/Removing the Solid Seat Insert InstallingInstalling the Wheel Lock Extension Handle Invacare Jymni Pediatric Series Wheelchair Invacare Jymni Pediatric Series Wheelchair One Invacare Way Canada