Invacare Wheelchair 1061057 User Manual

OWNER'S OPERATOR and

MAINTENANCE MANUAL

Allegro

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................. 2

SAFETY SUMMARY ............................................................ 4

SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS ............................ 6

FEATURES .........................................................................11

SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................. 12

PACKAGING ...................................................................... 13

HANDLING ........................................................................ 13

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST ................................... 14

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................ 15

MAINTENANCE ................................................................. 15

PROCEDURE 5 - CASTERS ............................................... 41

REPLACING/REPOSITIONING/INSTALLING

FRONT CASTER ASSEMBLIES .................................... 41

REPLACING FRONT FORK ............................................. 41

REPLACING/REPAIRING FRONT CASTER TIRE/TUBE ... 42

90^oADJUSTMENT OF THE CASTER HEADTUBES ......... 42

CASTER HEADTUBE MOUNTING ADJUSTMENTS ......... 43

INSTALLING QUICK-RELEASE CASTERS....................... 44

PROCEDURE 6 - REAR WHEELS ...................................... 45

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS ....................... 45

ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE ...................... 45

INSTALLING THE QUAD-RELEASE AXLE ....................... 46

ADJUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE HANDLE .................. 46

HANDRIM REPLACEMENT.............................................. 47

INSTALLING PROJECTION HANDRIMS .......................... 48

REPAIRING/REPLACING REAR WHEEL TIRE/TUBE ....... 49

ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH ........................ 49

ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE WIDTH........................... 50

ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL HEIGHT ............................... 50

PROCEDURE 1 - FRONT RIGGINGS ................................. 16

INSTALLING FOOTRESTS ............................................... 16

ADJUSTING FOOTREST HEIGHT .................................... 16

INSTALLING 3-INCH EXTENSION .................................... 17

INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS .............................. 17

RAISING/LOWERING ELEVATING LEGRESTS AND/OR

ADJUSTING CALFPADS ............................................... 17

INSTALLING/ADJUSTING ADJUSTABLE ANGLE

FLIP-UP FOOTPLATES ................................................. 18

REPLACING SECTOR BLOCK ........................................ 19

OPTIONAL FOOTREST ACCESSORIES .......................... 19

PROCEDURE 7 -WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS .............. 51

ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCKS ................................... 51

WHEEL LOCK EXTENSION HANDLE INSTALLATION ..... 51

INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE ANTI-TIPPERS ................ 52

PROCEDURE 2 - ARMS ..................................................... 20

INSTALLING THE "T" ARM SOCKETS ............................. 20

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE "T" ARMS ........................ 20

ADJUSTING THE "T" ARMS ............................................ 21

ADJUSTING THE TRANSFER ASSIST AND/OR SIDE

GUARDS - "T" ARMS .................................................... 22

REPLACING THE LOCKING LEVER - "T" ARMS ............. 23

USING/INSTALLING/HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT/

PROCEDURE 8 - RECLINER ............................................. 53

RECLINER OPERATION .................................................. 53

ADJUSTING THE RECLINER CABLES ............................ 54

REPLACING THE RECLINER CABLES ............................ 54

REPLACING THE GAS CYLINDERS ................................ 55

ADJUSTING THE GAS CYLINDERS ................................ 56

CORRESPONDING ARM ADJUSTMENT TO BACK

ANGLE - CANTILEVER ARMS ...................................... 24

REPLACING/REPOSITIONING THE LOCKING

PROCEDURE 9 - SEAT-TO-FLOOR ................................... 57

SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT DETERMINATION................... 57

CHANGING SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT ............................ 58

AXLE MOUNTING PLATE POSITIONS

FOR 20, 22 OR 24-INCH REAR WHEELS ...................... 59

INLINE CASTER HEADTUBE FRONT

MECHANISM IN THE CANTILEVER ARM ...................... 25

ARM PAD DEPTH ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT -

CANTILEVER ARMS ..................................................... 25

INSTALLING FABRIC CLOTHING GUARDS ..................... 26

INSTALLING RIGID SIDE GUARDS .................................. 26

ADJUSTING CONVENTIONAL ARM HEIGHT,

SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHTS .......................................... 60

OFFSET CASTER HEADTUBE FRONT

REMOVING OR REPLACING CONVENTIONAL

SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHTS .......................................... 61

ARMS............................................................................ 26

REPLACING ARMREST PADS ......................................... 27

REPOSITIONING THE CONVENTIONAL ARMS ............... 27

PROCEDURE 10 - SEAT DEPTH ........................................ 62

SEAT DEPTH DETERMINATION ...................................... 62

CHANGING SEAT DEPTH ................................................ 62

SEAT DEPTH CHECKLIST ............................................... 63

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS

FOR 12-INCH SEAT DEPTH .......................................... 64

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS

FOR 13-INCH SEAT DEPTH .......................................... 65

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS

FOR 14-INCH SEAT DEPTH .......................................... 66

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS

FOR 15-INCH SEAT DEPTH .......................................... 67

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS

FOR 16-INCH SEAT DEPTH .......................................... 68

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS

FOR 17-INCH SEAT DEPTH .......................................... 68

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS

FOR 18-INCH SEAT DEPTH .......................................... 69

PROCEDURE 3 - BACK ..................................................... 28

FOLDING/UNFOLDING THE BACK .................................. 28

REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY .................................. 28

ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT ..................................... 32

REPLACING THE LOCKING MECHANISM

IN THE BACK CANE ..................................................... 33

CHANGING THE BACK ANGLE ....................................... 34

REPOSITIONING THE BACK

(CHANGING SEAT DEPTH) ........................................... 34

REPOSITIONING BACK FOR 2 OR 3-INCH SEAT

CUSHION - RECLINERS ONLY ...................................... 35

REPLACING FOLDING PUSH HANDLE - RECLINERS

ONLY ............................................................................... 36

INSTALLING AND REMOVING A SEATING SYSTEM ....... 36

PROCEDURE 4 - SEAT ...................................................... 37

REPLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY ................................... 37

CHANGING/REPOSITIONING SEAT RAILS ...................... 37

REPOSITIONING THE CROSSBRACES ........................... 38

CHANGING SEAT WIDTH ................................................ 38

WARRANTY ...................................................................... 71

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SAFETY SUMMARY

STABILITY

SAFETY SUMMARY

WARNING

The seat height, seat depth, back angle, seating system, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as the

user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any combination of

the seven (7) may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be performed by

an authorized dealer or qualified technician.

OPERATING INFORMATION

WARNING

To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activi-

ties in several combinations in the presence of a qualified health professional BEFORE attempting active

use of the wheelchair.

Non-Recliners Only - Make sure the back is locked securely BEFORE using the wheelchair - otherwise

injury can occur.

DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat.

DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your

knees.

DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects from behind as this may cause the

wheelchair to tip over.

DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the wheelchair may

tip over.

DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance.

DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur.

DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks. WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES.

Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to reduce the

gap distance. Turn both casters toward the object you are transferring onto. When transferring to and from

the wheelchair, ALWAYS ENGAGE BOTH WHEEL LOCKS.

DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways.

DO NOT climb, go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9^o.

DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water, ice or oil film.

DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your wheelchair to turn over and

cause bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair.

DO NOT use unauthorized parts, accessories, or adapters other than those authorized by Invacare.

DO NOT attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any

removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair.

NEVER try to lift or tip the wheelchair by cantilever arms or "T" arms, serious injury can occur.

DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair.

Anti-tippers MUST BE attached at all times.

DO NOT use the footplate as a platform when getting in or out of the wheelchair.

ALWAYS wear your seat restraint. Inasmuch as the SEAT RESTRAINT is an option on this wheelchair (You

may order with or without the seat restraint), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat restraint as

an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.

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SAFETY SUMMARY

SAFETY SUMMARY (continued)

WARNING

TIRE PRESSURE

DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tires.

Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm.

Replacement of a tire or tube MUST be performed by an authorized Invacare Dealer or Qualified Techni-

cian.

WEIGHTTRAINING

Invacare DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. Invacare

wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training. If occupant uses

said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall NOT be liable for bodily injury and the

warranty will be voided immediately.

WEIGHT LIMITATION

The Allegro wheelchair weight limitations are: Folding Frames - 250 lbs., Rigid Frames - 150 lbs.

RECLINER OPTION ONLY:

WARNING

Before using ANY recline position of this wheelchair, make sure the rear wheels are in the MOST

REARWARD position in the Extended Multi-Position axle plate to maintain the stability of the wheel-

chair. Do not change the handling/maneuverability of the wheelchair by moving the rear wheels to

ANY of the forward positions. Moving the rear wheels to ANY of the forward positions WILL change

the center of gravity of the wheelchair, making the wheelchair less stable.

ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable in the FULL RECLINED (back at 170^o) position AND

the FULL UPRIGHT (back at 90^o) position BEFORE using the recliner option.

NEVER use the Standard Multi-Position or Offset Multi-Position axle plates with the recliner option.

Using the Standard Multi-Position or Offset Multi-Position axle plates WILL reduce the stability of the

wheelchair, causing injury to the user and/or assistant(s).

Before using the recliner option, make sure the anti-tipper wheel assemblies are in the lowest adjust-

ment hole (adjustment hole closest to the ground/floor).

ALWAYS use the seat restraint.

ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (reverse recline) the wheelchair.

Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and adjusted properly BEFORE using recliner. DO NOT

operate the recliner option if only one (1) of the gas cylinders is operational or adjusted properly.

NEVER use the rear two (2) recliner bracket mounting holes when using the recliner option.

Using the rear two (2) recliner bracket mounting holes WILL make the wheelchair less stable,

possibly causing injury.

Make sure the patient is properly positioned in the wheelchair before reclining or inclining (re-

verse recline) to maintain maximum stability and safety. Refer to the SAFETY/HANDLING section

of this manual.

When returning the occupant of the wheelchair to the full upright position, more body strength

will be required for approximately the last twenty (20) degrees of incline (reverse recline). Make

sure to use proper body mechanics (use your legs) or seek assistance to avoid injury.

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SAFETY/HANDLING

SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS

“SafetyandHandling”ofthewheelchairrequirestheclose

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 main-

tenance of the wheelchair. It is important to practice and

master these safe techniques until you are comfortable

A NOTE TO WHEELCHAIR ASSISTANTS

When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, re-

member to use good body mechanics. Keep your back

straight and bend your knees whenever tilting the wheel-

chair or traversing curbs, or other impediments.

in maneuvering around the frequently encountered ar- Also, be aware of any removable (detachable) parts.

chitectural barriers.

These must NEVER be used for hand-held or lifting sup-

ports, as they may be inadvertently released, resulting in

possible injury to the user and/or assistant(s).

Use this information only as a “basic” guide. The tech-

niques that are discussed on the following pages have

been used successfully by many.

When learning a new assistance technique, have an ex-

perienced assistant help you before attempting it alone.

Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal

with daily living activities that may differ from those de-

scribed in this manual. Invacare recognizes and encour-

ages each individual to try what works best for him/her in

overcomingarchitecturalobstaclesthattheymayencoun-

ter. Techniques in this manual are a starting point for the

new wheelchair user and assistant with “safety” as the

most important consideration for all.

TILTING

WARNING

DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance.

When tilting the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp

the back of the wheelchair on a non-removable (non-

detachable) part. Inform the wheelchair occupant before

tilting the wheelchair and remind him/her to lean back. Be

suretheoccupant’sfeetandhandsareclearofallwheels.

STABILITY AND BALANCE

WARNING

TILTING - CURBS:

ALWAYS wear your seat restraint. Inasmuch as the

SEAT RESTRAINT is an option on this wheelchair

(You may order with or without the seat restraint),

Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat

restraint as an additional safeguard for the wheel-

chair user.

After mastering the techniques of tilting the wheelchair,

use this procedure to tackle curbs, short stairs, etc.

Method 1 - Wheelchairs With Step Tubes

Apply a continuous downward motion until the balance

point is achieved and the front casters clear the curb. At

this point, the assistant will feel a difference in the weight

distribution.

To assure stability and proper operation of your wheel-

chair, you must at all times wear your seat restraint and

maintain proper balance. Your wheelchair has been de-

signed to remain upright and stable during normal daily

activities as long as you do not move beyond the center

of gravity.

Roll the wheelchair forward and slowly lower the wheel-

chair in one continuous movement onto the sidewalk. Do

not let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the

ground. This could result in injury to the occupant. Push

the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels roll up and

over the curb.

DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further

than the length of the armrests. Make sure the casters

are pointing in the forward position whenever you lean

forward. This can be achieved by advancing the wheel-

chair and then reversing it in a straight line.

COPING WITH EVERYDAY OBSTACLES

Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be

alleviated somewhat by learning how to manage your

wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of gravity to main-

tain stability and balance.

METHOD 1 - WHEELCHAIR WITH STEP TUBES

Method 2 - Wheelchairs Without Step Tubes

Unless the first assistant has exceptional upper body

strength, it is recommended that METHOD 2 use two (2)

assistants.

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SAFETY/HANDLING

The second assistant should be positioned at the front of

the wheelchair lifting upward on a non-removable (non-

detachable) part of the wheelchair frame when lifting the

wheelchairandstabilizingthewheelchairwhenthewheel-

chair is being lowered to the ground.

2. The second assistant, with a firm hold on a non-de-

tachable part of the framework, lifts the wheelchair

up and over the stair and steadies the wheelchair as

the first assistant places one (1) foot on the next stair

and repeats STEP 1.

The first assistant should stand on the sidewalk and turn

the wheelchair so that the rear wheels are against the

curb. The wheelchair should be tilted back to the balance

point and, in one continuous downward movement, the

rear wheels should be pulled up and over the curb. DO

NOTreturnthefrontcasterstothegrounduntilthewheel-

chair has been pulled backward far enough for the front

casters to clear the edge of the curb.

3. The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last

stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has

been rolled away from the stairway.

ESCALATORS? SORRY!

DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair

between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur.

METHOD 2 - WHEELCHAIR WITHOUT STEP TUBE

STAIRWAYS

WARNING

TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER

SEATS

Do not attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on any

removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of

any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair

may result in injury to the user or damage to the

wheelchair.

WARNING

BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the

wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to

reduce the gap distance. Turn both casters toward

the object you are transferring onto. Also be cer-

tain the wheel locks are engaged to help prevent

the wheels from moving.

Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to

moveanoccupiedwheelchairupordownthestairs.

Invacare recommends using two (2) assistants and

making thorough preparations. Make sure to use

ONLY secure, non-detachable parts for hand-held

supports.

CAUTION

When transferring, position yourself as far back as

possible in the seat. This will prevent damaged

upholsteryandthepossibilityofthewheelchairtip-

ping forward.

ALWAYS wear your seat restraint. Inasmuch as the

SEAT RESTRAINT is an option on this wheelchair

(You may order with or without the seat restraint),

Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat

restraint as an additional safeguard for the wheel-

chair user.

NOTE:Thisactivitymaybeperformedindependently

providedyouhaveadequatemobilityandupperbody

strength.

Follow this procedure for moving the wheelchair be-

tween floors when an elevator is NOT available:

1. After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the bal-

ancepoint, oneassistant(intherear)backsthewheel-

chair up against the first step, while securely grasp-

ing a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the

wheelchair for leverage.

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SAFETY/HANDLING

Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side

the seat to which you are transferring, with the front cast-

ers pointing toward it. Engage wheel locks. Shift body

weight into seat with transfer.

CENTER OF

GRAVITY

During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will

be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all possible.

PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

WARNING

DONOTattempttoreachobjectsifyouhavetomove

forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by

reaching down between your knees.

Example 46%

54%

103 lbs.

130 lbs.

UNOCCUPIED

OCCUPIED

Theseatheight, seatdepth, backangle, seatingsys-

tem, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as Lengthening the Wheelbase will increase stability and

the user condition directly relate to the stability of maintain standard maneuverability of the wheelchair.

the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any combi-

ShorteningtheWheelbasewillincreasemaneuverability

nation of the seven (7) may cause the wheelchair to

and distribute additional weight onto the rear wheels.

decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be

performedbyanauthorizeddealerorqualifiedtech-

nician.

Centering the Wheelbase gives you maneuverability

and stability.

RECLINERS ONLY: Before using ANY recline posi-

tion of this wheelchair, make sure the rear wheels

are in the MOST REARWARD position in the Ex-

tended Multi-Position axle plate to maintain the sta-

bility of the wheelchair. Do not change the handling/

maneuverability of the wheelchair by moving the

rear wheels to ANY of the forward positions. Mov-

ing the rear wheels to ANY of the forward positions

WILLchangethecenterofgravityofthewheelchair,

making the wheelchair less stable.

NON-RECLINERS

Lengthening

(Rearward)

Shortening

(Forward)

RECLINERS ONLY: NEVER use the rear two (2) re-

cliner bracket mounting holes when using the re-

cliner option. Using the rear two (2) recliner bracket

mounting holes WILL make the wheelchair less

stable, possibly causing injury.

RECLINERS

x x

Make sure the rear

wheels are in the

MOST REARWARD

position to main-

tain the stability of

the wheelchair

Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach,

bend and transfer in and out of the wheelchair. These

movements will cause a change to the normal balance,

the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the

wheelchair. To determine and establish your particular

safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring

activities in several combinations in the presence of a

qualified health professional BEFORE attempting active

use of the wheelchair.

NEVER use the

rear two (2)

Recliner Bracket

Mounting Holes

Properpositioningisessentialforyoursafety. Whenreach-

ing, leaning, bending forward, it is important to use the

front casters as a tool to maintain stability and balance.

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SAFETY/HANDLING

REACHING, LEANING - BACKWARDS

FUNCTIONAL REACH FROM A

WHEELCHAIR

WARNING

DO NOT lean over the top of the back uphol-

stery. This will change your center of gravity

and may cause you to tip over.

The approximate reach-limit values shown in the

accompanying graph were derived on the basis of

a sample of 91 male and 36 female subject wheel-

chair users. Note the difference between the maxi-

mum and the comfortable reach limits, a subjective

but important consideration in design.

FORWARD REACH

(Adults)

COMFORTABLE

MAXIMUM

Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired

object. Point front casters forward to create the longest

possible wheelbase. Reach back only as far as your arm

will extend without changing your sitting position.

FOLDING AND UNFOLDING THE

WHEELCHAIR

WARNING

Keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to

avoid injury.

INCHES

Sling Seat Model Wheelchairs

REACHING, LEANING and

BENDING - FORWARD

UNFOLDING.

1. Grasp the push handle of the wheelchair closest

to you.

Position the front casters

so that they are extended

as far forward as possible

and engage wheel locks.

DO NOT LEAN FOR-

WARD OF THE ARM-

RESTS.

2. Tilt the wheelchair towards you (raising the oppo-

site wheel and caster off the ground/floor).

3. Push downward on the seat rail closest to you

where the seat upholstery is attached until the

wheelchair is fully open.

4. RECLINERS ONLY -

A. Slide the cover of the folding handle over the

links in the center of the spreader bar.

CAUTION

Do not overtighten the cover of the folding

handle. Damage to the folding handle will oc-

cur.

B. Turn the folding handle cover towards the front

of the wheelchair approximately two (2) to four

(4) revolutions.

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SAFETY/HANDLING

5. Engage both wheel locks, open the footrest/

legrest for clearance and transfer into the wheel-

chair. Refer to TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM

OTHER SEATS in this section of the manual.

RECLINERS ONLY

Cover of the

RECLINERS ONLY

Folding Handle

To Fold

To Unfold

Cover of the

Folding Handle

Folding

Handle

To Fold

To Unfold

Folding

Handle

SLING SEAT MODEL WHEELCHAIRS -

FOLDING

SLING SEAT MODEL WHEELCHAIRS -

UNFOLDING

Solid Seat Model Wheelchairs

FOLDING.

1. From behind the wheelchair, grasp the right hand

edge of the solid seat.

1. Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to the

front of the wheelchair.

2. Raise the seat to the hinged side.

2. Pivot footplates upward to vertical position.

3. RECLINERS ONLY -

3. Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to the

front of the wheelchair.

A. Turn the folding handle cover towards the

rear of the wheelchair approximately two (2)

to four (4) revolutions.

4. Pivot footplates upward to vertical position.

5. With both hands, grasp the middle of the seat

upholstery at the front and back edge and lift

up. Or, tilt the wheelchair to one side and close

by the push handles.

B. Slide the cover of the folding over until the

links of the spreader bar are visible.

4. With both hands, grasp the middle of the seat

upholstery at the front and back edge and lift

up. Or, tilt the wheelchair to one side and close

by the push handles.

NOTE: If wheelchair is equipped with carry

straps, the wheelchair may be closed by pulling

up on the straps.

SOLID SEAT MODEL WHEELCHAIRS

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FEATURES

FOLDING BACK -

ANTERIOR OR

POSTERIOR DIRECTION

RECLINE ADJUSTABLE BACK -

20^oPOSTERIOR TO 10^oANTERIOR RECLINE

"T", CANTILEVER OR DUAL

POINT ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT

ARMS -

ADJUSTABLE OR FIXED

HEIGHT BACK

"T" SHOWN

GROWABLE WITH MODULAR

CROSSBRACES - 12-18-INCH

SEAT DEPTHS

SQUARED OFF

TUBING FOR

BACK CANES

ONE-PIECE SIDE

FRAMES -

SHORT, MEDIUM OR

LONG

DEPTH

ADJUSTABLE

BACK

ALL ACTION FRONT

RIGGINGS

MULTI-POSITION,

EXTENDED

MULTI-POSITION

OR OFFSET AXLE

MOUNTING PLATES

20, 22 OR 24-INCH

REAR WHEELS

FOLDING OR RIGID

TWO (2) CHOICES OF

HEADTUBES

3, 5, 6 or 8-INCH FRONT CASTERS

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SPECIFICATIONS

ALLEGRO

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Overall Width:

OPEN - Seat Width plus approximately 9-inches

CLOSED - 14-inches (with back upholstery)

25-inches (20-inch rear wheels and casters in trailing position) to

35-inches (24-inch rear wheels and casters in leading position)

Overall Depth (w/o front riggings):

Short - 14-inches, Medium - 16-inches, Long - 18-inches

Frame Depth:

Seat Width:

12-18-inches for Standard Folding Frames and 12-16-inches - Rigid Frame

(in one [1] inch increments)

12-18-inches (in one [1] inch increments)

Modular, Rigid or Less Seat Rails

Seat Depth:

Crossbrace Type:

Frame Type:

Aluminum, One-piece. Available as Standard Folding Frame, Folding Frame w/o Seat

Rails or Rigid Frame w/o Seat Rails

REAR Seat-to-Floor Range (in inches) FRONT Seat-to-Floor Range (in inches)

✪✪Seat-to-Floor:

20-inch rear wheels - 14-3/4 to 19-1/4

22-inch rear wheels - 15-3/4 to 20-1/4

24-inch rear wheels - 16-1/2 to 21

3-inch Front Casters - 15 to 18-3/4

5-inch Front Casters - 16 to 19-3/4

6-inch Front Casters - 17 to 20-1/4

8-inch Front Casters - 18-3/4 to 21-1/4

Adjustable Angle (80^oto 110^o), Fold Down

Back Style and Height:

- Adjustable Height 10^oCane w/Push Handles - 14-18-inch Height Range

- Adjustable Height Straight Cane w/Push Handles - 12-18-inch Height Range

- Adjust. Height Sportster Cane (No Push Handles) - 10-14-inch Height Range

- Fixed Height Anodized Cane w/Push Handles - 16, 17, 18, 19 or 20-inch

Recliner - 18, 20 or 24-inch

90^oto 170^o

Back Angle Range (Recliner Only):

Arm Styles:

"T" (Standard), Cantilever (Fixed Height Anodized Cane w/Push Handles Only) or

Conventional (Dual Point Adjustable Height)

Swingaway Footrests and Elevating Legrests

Quick-Release, Quad-Release or Permanent

Footrest:

Rear Axle:

Non-Recliner Wheelchairs - Multi-Position - Standard, Extended Multi-Position or

Rear Axle Mounting Plates:

Offset Multi-Position

Recliner Wheelchairs -

Extended Multi-Position

20, 22 and 24-inch Composite or Spoke -

Rear Wheels:

Urethane, Pneumatic or Pneumatic with Flat Free Insert

Aluminum, Plastic Coated and Projection

Handrims:

3 or 5-inch Aluminum or Composite Urethane

Caster Size:

6 or 8-inch Composite Urethane, Pneumatic or Pneumatic w/Flat Free Insert

Push-To-Lock, Pull-To-Lock, Wheel Lock Extensions, Hill Holder

Wheel Locks:

Frame Colors:

Wet Black, Red, Super Teal, Sunny Yellow, Chrome, Pink Pearl, Metallic Blue, Deep

Purple, Anthracite, Metallic Green, Cobalt Blue, White, Lollipop Pink, Silver Vein, Pas-

sion Purple, Shocking Blue, Hot Red, Grey Veil, Green Veil, Dark Purple, Gold Veil,

Black w/Twilight Sparkle, Black w/Red Sparkle, Black w/Green Sparkle, Black w/Blue

Sparkle, Black w/Gold Sparkle

U240 Nylon - Black

Upholstery:

27-29 lbs. - without front riggings

37-39 lbs.

Weight:

Shipping Weight (approx.):

✪✪NOTE: Invacare recommends that rear seat-to-floor height be AT LEAST 3/8-inch shorter than front seat-

to-floor height. Otherwise a forward seat dump can occur. The rear seat-to-floor heights are based on

pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts. If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires,

subtract 1/4-inch from the measurements listed above. All heights are approximate to +1/4-inch due to tire

wear and air pressure. The front seat-to-floor heights are approximate to +1/4-inch.

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PACKAGING/HANDLING

PACKAGING

Accessory Carton

ALLEGRO FOLDING FRAMES

ALLEGRO RIGID FRAME

WITH AND WITHOUT SEAT RAILS

HANDLING

UNPACKING

INSPECTION

1. Check for any obvious damage to the carton or 1. Examine exterior of the Allegro for nicks, dents,

its contents. If damage is evident, notify your

Dealer/Carrier.

scratches or other damages. Inspect all compo-

nents. If damage is evident, notify your Dealer/

Carrier.

2. Remove all loose packing from the carton.

3. Carefully remove all components from the

carton.

STORAGE

1. Store the packaged/repackaged Allegro in a dry

area.

NOTE: Unless the Allegro is to be assembled

immediately, retain cartons and packing materi-

als for use in storing the wheelchair until

assembly is required.

2. DO NOT place other objects on top of the pack-

aged/repackaged wheelchair.

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SAFETY INSPECTION CHECK LIST

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

NOTE: Twice a year take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular

cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To operate

properly and safely, your wheelchair must be cared for just like any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will

extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair.

Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow these mainte-

nance procedures:

ITEM

INITIALLY INSPECT/ INSPECT/

ADJUST ADJUST

INSPECT/

ADJUST

WEEKLY MONTHLY PERIODICALLY

GENERAL

✪ Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).

SEAT AND BACK (PROCEDURES 3 and 4)

✪ Inspect for rips or sagging.

✪ Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch.

✪ Inspect modular seat rail attaching hardware is securely tightened.

✪ Inspect back mounting plate attaching hardware is securely tight-

ened.

✪ Inspect back fold down mechanisms to ensure they securely latch.

REAR WHEELS (PROCEDURE 6)

✪ No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun.

✪ Quick/Quad-release axles lock properly.

HANDRIMS (PROCEDURE 6)

✪ Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling.

SPOKES

✪ Inspect for broken spokes.

FRONT CASTER (PROCEDURE 5)

✪ Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster;

caster should come to a gradual stop.

✪ Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a

stop.

✪ Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.

CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be

checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be re-

placed when necessary.

TIRES (PROCEDURES 5 and 6)

✪ Inspect for flat spots and wear.

✪ Ifpneumatictires, checkforproperinflation(recommendedtirepres-

sure is listed on the side wall of the tire).

CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be

checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be re-

placed when necessary.

WHEEL LOCKS (PROCEDURE 7)

✪ Do not interfere with tires when rolling.

✪ Pivot points free of wear and looseness.

✪ Wheel locks easy to engage.

TRIGGER RELEASE LEVER/ CABLE (PROCEDURE 8)

✪ Cables completely release and handles return when released.

GAS CYLINDERS - PROCEDURE 8

✪ Inspect for leaking oil.

CLEANING

✪ Clean upholstery and armrests.

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TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHAIR CHAIR

VEERS VEERS

SLUGGISH

TURN OR

CASTERS

FLUTTERS

SQUEAKS LOOSENESS

CHAIR

3 WHEELS

SOLUTIONS

AND

IN CHAIR

RIGHT

LEFT PERFORMANCE

RATTLES

If pneumatic, check tires

for correct and equal

pressure.

Check for loose stem

nuts and bolts.

Check that both casters

contact the ground at

the same time.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

Do not use the wheelchair unless it has the

proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate

the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions

may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily

harm.

WARNING

After adjustments and before use, make sure

all attaching hardware is securely tightened.

DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the

frame. This could cause damage to the frame

tubing.

5. If tires are pneumatic, recommended tire pres-

sure is listed on the side wall of the tire.

6. The wheels and tires should be checked peri-

odically for cracks and wear, and should be re-

placed when necessary at your authorized dealer

or by a qualified technician.

SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE

PROCEDURES

1. Before using your Allegro, make sure all nuts

and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage

or wear and replace. Check all parts for proper

adjustment.

7. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are

secured to the rear wheels. Refer to HANDRIM

REPLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 6 of this

manual.

2. Keep quick/quad-release axles free of dirt and

lint to ensure positive locking and proper opera-

tion. Refer to ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RE-

LEASE AXLE or ADJUSTING THE QUAD-RE-

LEASE HANDLE in PROCEDURE 6 of this

manual.

8. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to

tire wear. Refer to ADJUSTING THE WHEEL

LOCKS in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.

9. Periodically check front caster wheel bearings

to make sure they are clean and free from mois-

ture. Use a Teflon lubricant if necessary.

3. Oil quick/quad-release axles at least once (1) a

month (3-in-1 oil or equivalent).

10. Check Upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.

11. RECLINERS ONLY - Periodically check gas cyl-

inders for oil leaks. If oil leak is detected, re-

place the gas cylinder(s). Refer to REPLACING

THE GAS CYLINDERS in PROCEDURE 8 of

this manual.

4. Periodically check the back fold down mecha-

nisms to ensure that they lock the back securely

in place. Disassemble and clean if necessary.

Refer to REPLACING THE LOCKING MECHA-

NISM IN THE BACK CANE in PROCEDURE 3

of this manual.

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PROCEDURE 1

FRONT RIGGINGS

This Procedure includes the following:

Installing Footrests

Pivot Slide Tube Height Adjustment (FIGURE 2)

1. Remove any accessories that are attached to the

footrests.

Adjusting Footrest Height

Installing 3-inch Extension

Installing Elevating Legrests

2. Remove the hex screw and coved washer and posi-

tion the footrest assembly to the desired height.

3. Lineup the mounting hole in the footrest support,

reinsert the hex screw and coved washer and se-

curely tighten.

Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrests and/or

Adjusting Calfpads

Installing/Adjusting Adjustable Angle

Flip-up Footplates

4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the other footrest.

5. Reinstall any accessories that are attached to the

footrest.

Replacing Sector Block

Optional Footrest Accessories

Hex Screw

WARNING

After adjustments, and before use, make sure

all attaching hardware is securely tightened.

Coved Washer

INSTALLING FOOTRESTS (FIGURE 1)

1. Turn the footrest to the side (open footplate is

perpendicular to wheelchair).

Footrest

FIGURE 2 - PIVOT SLIDE TUBE HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

2. Insert mounting pin into mounting tube.

3. Push the footrest towards the inside of the

wheelchair until it locks into place.

Footplate Height Adjustment (70^oMFX and 90^o

Footrests Only) (FIGURE 3)

NOTE: The footplate will be on the inside of the

wheelchair when locked in place.

1. Remove any accessories that are attached to the

footrests.

4. Repeat this procedure for the opposite footrest.

5. To release the footrest, push the footrest release

lever inward, rotate footrest outward.

2. Remove the socket bolt, coved washer and

locknut that secure the footplate to the footrest

support.

3. Reposition the footplate to the desire height.

Mounting Pin

WARNING

Footrest

Release

Lever

DO NOT overtighten. Footrest must be able to

rotate upward from the horizontal to vertical

position.

Footrest

4. Reinstall the socket bolt through the mounting

holes of the footplate and footrest support.

Mounting

Tube

5. Secure the footplate to the footrest support with

the coved washer and locknut.

Footplate

Footrest Support

NOTE:Allswingawaystylefootrestsareinstalledthesame

way. Only one (1) style of footrest is shown for clarity.

Height Adjustment

Holes

Locknut

FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING FOOTRESTS

Socket Bolt

Footplate

ADJUSTING FOOTREST HEIGHT

NOTE: Release the footrest locking mechanism and

lift the mounting pin out of the mounting tube. Lay FIGURE 3 - FOOTPLATE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

the assembly on a flat surface to simplify procedure.

(70^OMFX AND 90^OFOOTRESTS ONLY)

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FRONT RIGGINGS

PROCEDURE 1

NOTE: The footplate will be on the inside of the

wheelchair when locked in place.

INSTALLING 3-INCH EXTENSION (FIGURE 4)

NOTE: Make sure to note position of hardware

before disassembly of the footrest.

4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the opposite legrest.

5. After seated in wheelchair, adjust footrest to cor-

rect height by loosening nut and sliding the pivot

tube up or down until desired height is obtained.

NOTE: If using ANY type of extension with the

ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FOOTPLATE, refer to

INSTALLING/ADJUSTING ADJUSTABLE ANGLE

FLIP-UP FOOTPLATES in this section of the

manual.

6. To release the legrest, push the legrest release

handle toward the inside of the wheelchair and

swing the legrest to the outside of the wheelchair.

1. Remove any accessories that are attached to the

footrests.

Mounting Pin

Mounting

Tube

2. Remove the socket bolt, coved washer and lock-

nut that secure the footplate to the footrest sup-

port.

Legrest

Release

Handle

3. Insert the 3-inch extension into the footrest sup-

port and align the mounting holes.

Legrest

Support

4. Secure the 3-inch extension to the footrest sup-

port with new hex bolt, washer and locknut.

5. Position the footplate at the desired height.

Pivot Tube

Bolt and Nut

Footplate

WARNING

DO NOT overtighten. Footrest must be able to

rotate upward from the horizontal to vertical po-

sition.

FIGURE 5 - INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS

6. Reinstall the socket bolt through the mounting

holes of the footplate and footrest support.

RAISING/LOWERING ELEVATING LEGRESTS

AND/OR ADJUSTING CALFPADS (FIGURE 6)

7. Secure the footplate to the footrest support with

the coved washer and locknut.

Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrests

Locknut

Washer

1. Perform one (1) of the following:

RAISING -

Pull back on the release lever un-

til the leg is at the desired height.

Hex Bolt

Footrest

Support

LOWERING - Support leg with one (1) hand and

push release lever downward with

other hand.

Socket Bolt,

Coved Washer

and Locknut

3-inch

Extension

Release Lever

Calfpad Rotated For

Height Adjustment

FIGURE 4 - INSTALLING 3-INCH EXTENSION

INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS

(FIGURE 5)

1. Insert the pivot tube into the legrest support and

secure it with the bolt and nut.

2. Place legrest on the outside of the wheelchair and

insert the mounting pin into the mounting tube.

Calfpad

3. Rotate legrest toward the inside of the wheelchair

until it locks in place.

FIGURE 6 - RAISING/LOWERING ELEVATING

LEGRESTS AND/OR ADJUSTING CALFPADS

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PROCEDURE 1

AdjustingCalfpads

FRONT RIGGINGS

2. Move the adjustable angle flip-up footplate to one

(1) of four (4) mounting positions.

1. To adjust the calfpad, turn pad towards the

outside of the wheelchair.

3. Retighten the two (2) flat bolts, washers and lock-

nuts.

2. Slide the calfpad up or down until the desired

position is obtained.

NOTE: The settings for positioning the adjustable

angle flip-up footplates on the half-clamps may vary

for each footplate.

3. To secure the calfpad, turn the calfpad towards the

inside of the wheelchair.

Adjustable Angle Flip-up Footplate Angle

Adjustment (FIGURES 7 AND 8)

INSTALLING/ADJUSTING ADJUSTABLE

ANGLE FLIP-UP FOOTPLATES

1. Loosen, but do not remove the two (2) flat bolts and

locknuts that secure the adjustable angle flip-up

footplate to the footplate hinge.

WARNING

When determining the angle of the footplates, make

sure the rear of the footplates do not interfere with

the movement of the front casters.

2. Position the adjustable angle flip-up footplate to the

necessary angle to accommodate the user.

Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-up Footplates

(FIGURE 7)

3. Retighten the two (2) flat bolts and locknuts.

Looking From

Inside Towards

the Outside of the

Wheelchair.

Adjustable

Angle Flip-up

Footplate

1. Slide the half clamp over the footplate hinge.

2. Loosely tighten the two (2) flat bolts, washers and

locknuts that secure the footplate to the half clamp.

3. If necessary, adjust the footplates to the necessary

angle and depth for the user. Refer to the following

sections of this procedure.

Footplate Hinge

FIGURE 8 - ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FLIP-UP

FOOTPLATE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT

Adjustable Angle Flip-up Footplate Depth

Adjustment (FIGURE 7)

Adjustable Angle Flip-up Footplate

Perpendicular and/or Inversion/Eversion

Adjustment (FIGURES 7 AND 9)

1. Remove the two (2) flat bolts, washers and locknuts

that secure the adjustable angle flip-up footplate to

the footplate hinge.

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the footplate

to perform this adjustment.

NOTE:Observetheangleofthearticulatingfootplate

for reinstallation.

1. Insert a flathead screwdriver through the half

clamp on the adjustable angle flip-up footplate.

90^oFootrest Support

Footplate Hinge

2. Slowly turn the nylon adjustment screw in or out

until the adjustable angle flip-up footplate is per-

pendicular to the footrest assembly or the desired

inversion/eversion is obtained.

Flat Bolts

Adjustable

Nylon

Adjustment

Screw

Angle Flip-Up

Footplate

Adjustable

Angle Flip-Up

Footplate

Looking From the Front

Towards the Rear of

the Wheelchair

Half

Clamp

Half Clamp

Half

Clamp

Washers

Locknuts

Footplate Hinge

FIGURE 9 - ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FLIP-UP

FOOTPLATE PERPENDICULAR AND/OR

INVERSION/EVERSION ADJUSTMENT

FIGURE 7 - INSTALLING ADJUSTABLE ANGLE

FLIP-UP FOOTPLATES

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FRONT RIGGINGS

PROCEDURE 1

3. Remove the phillips bolt and locknut that secure the

heel loop to the footplate.

REPLACING SECTOR BLOCK (FIGURE 10)

1. Remove the hex screw and washer that secure

the existing sector block to the wheelchair frame.

4. Slide heel loop over the pivot tube.

5. Replace heel loop.

2. Position the new sector block on the wheelchair

frame. Make sure the locking pin is facing UP.

6. Reverse STEPS 1-5 to install the new heel loop.

3. Secure the new sector block to the wheelchair

frame with the existing hex screw and washer.

NOTE: When securing the heel loop to the footrest

assembly, tighten the phillips bolt and locknut until

the spacer is secure.

Hex Screw

Wheelchair

Footrest

Support

Hex Screw/

Coved Washer

Washer

Frame

Heel Loop

Phillips Bolt

Pivot Tube

Sector Block

Locking Pin

Spacer

Footplate

Locknut

FIGURE 10 - REPLACING SECTOR BLOCK

OPTIONAL FOOTREST ACCESSORIES

FIGURE 12 - REPLACING HEEL LOOPS -

ALUMINUM OR COMPOSITE FOOTPLATES

FLIP-UP FOOTPLATES (FIGURE 13).

1. Remove the four (4) phillips screws and washers

that secure the heel loop to the footplate.

Impact Guards/Calf Strap/H-Calf Strap

(FIGURE 11)

NOTE: Impact Guards are Standard Equipment on

Model ST Footrests. No assembly is required.

2. Remove the existing heel loop from the footplate.

3. Position the new heel loop UNDER the footplate.

1. Remove impact guard/calf strap from packaged con-

tainer.

NOTE:Iftheheelloopisequippedwithananklestrap,

position the heel loop on TOP of the footplate.

2. Secure the impact guards to the footrest frame.

3. Secure the calf strap around the footrest frame (with

the impact guards attached).

4. Line up mounting holes in footplate and heel loop.

5. Secure the new heel loop to the footplate with the

four (4) existing phillips screws and washers.

Impact Guard

H-Calf Strap

Footplate

Heel Loop

Phillips Screws

Washers

Calf Strap

FIGURE 11 - IMPACT GUARDS/CALF STRAP/

H-CALF STRAP

Phillips Screws

Washers

Replacing Heel Loops

Heel Loop with

Ankle Strap

ALUMINUM OR COMPOSITE FOOTPLATES

(FIGURE 12).

1. Remove the hex screw and coved washer that se-

cure the pivot tube and footplate to footrest support.

Footplate

2. Remove the pivot tube and footplate from the foot-

rest support.

FIGURE 13 - REPLACING HEEL LOOPS -

FLIP-UP FOOTPLATES

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PROCEDURE 2

ARMS

NOTE: If desired, locking pins can be installed to se-

cure the "T" arm brackets to the wheelchair frame,

as shown in FIGURE 1.

This Procedure Includes the Following:

Installing the "T" Arm Sockets

Installing/Removing the "T" Arms

Adjusting the "T" Arms

6. Repeat STEPS2-6fortheoppositesideofthewheel-

chair.

Adjusting the Transfer Assists and/or Side Guards -

"T" Arms

7. Install the "T" arms into the "T" arm sockets. Refer to

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE "T" ARMS in this

section of the manual.

Replacing the Locking Lever - "T" Arms

Using/Installing/Height Adjustment/Corresponding

Adjustment to Back Angle - Cantilever Arms

Hex Screws

Optional Locking Pins

Wheelchair Frame

Replacing/Repositioning the Locking

Mechanism in the Cantilever Arm

Arm Pad Depth Adjustment/Replacement -

Cantilever Arms

Installing Fabric Clothing Guards

Installing Rigid Side Guards

Washers

Adjusting Conventional Arm Height, Removing or

Replacing Conventional Arms

"T" Arm Clamp

Replacing Armrest Pads

"T" Arm Socket

Repositioning the Conventional Arms

FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING THE "T" ARM SOCKETS

WARNING

NEVER try to lift or tip the wheelchair by cantilever

arms or "T" arms, serious injury can occur.

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE "T" ARMS

(FIGURE 2)

After adjustments and before use, make sure all at-

taching hardware is securely tightened.

Installing

INSTALLING THE "T" ARM SOCKETS

(FIGURE 1)

1. Position the "T" arm over the "T" arm socket on

the wheelchair frame.

1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. If nec-

essary, refer to the owner's manual supplied with the

wheelchair.

NOTE: Make sure the locking lever is towards

the front of the wheelchair.

2. Slide the "T" arm into the "T" arm socket until the

locking lever is in the slot in the "T" arm socket

and an audible "click" is heard.

2. Position the "T" arm socket and "T" arm clamp on

the wheelchair frame as shown in FIGURE 1.

NOTE: The "T" arm socket must be positioned on

the outside of the wheelchair frame.

3. Pull up on the "T" arm to make sure the "T" arm is

locked in place.

3. Install the hex screws and washers through the "T"

arm clamp and "T" arm socket and loosely tighten.

NOTE: If the "T" arm does not slide in the "T"

arm socket as desired, adjust the "T" arm

socket. Refer to ADJUSTING THE "T" ARMS in

this section of the manual.

4. Tighten the hex screws and washers that secure the

"T" arm mounting socket to the wheelchair frame in

the following sequence:

4. Adjust the "T" arm for desired height, width and

depth, if necessary. Refer to ADJUSTING THE

"T" ARMS in this section of the manual.

A. Middle hex screw and washer.

B. The two (2) outside hex screws and washers.

5. Continue to repeat STEP 5 until the hex bolts are

5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for the opposite side of the

torqued to 156-inch pounds.

wheelchair.

NOTE: Make sure the hex bolts are torqued to 156-

inch pounds, otherwise the "T" arm sockets will be

capable of rotating around the wheelchair frame.

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ARMS

PROCEDURE 2

Removing

B. Loosen - Loosening the set screws on the out-

side "T" arm post will make it easier to move

the inside "T" arm post up and down.

1. Pressinonthelockingleverandliftthe"T"armstraight

up and out of the "T" arm socket.

3. Lock the "T" arm by flipping the "T" arm release

lever towards the front of the wheelchair.

NOTE: If the "T" arm does not slide up and down in

the "T" arm socket as desired, adjust the "T" arm

socket. Refer to ADJUSTING THE "T" ARMS in this

section of the manual.

"T" Arm Release

Lever - Unlocked

Position

2. Repeat STEP 2 for the opposite side of the wheel-

chair.

Inside "T"

Set

Arm Post

Screws

"T" Arm

Outside "T"

Arm Post

"T" Arm Release Lever -

Locked Position

Wheelchair

FIGURE 3 - ADJUSTING THE "T" ARMS -

HEIGHT

Frame

Locking Lever

(Towards the

front of the

Width (FIGURE 4)

"T" Arm

Socket

wheelchair.)

1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the

arm pad to the arm tube.

Slot

2. Turn the arm pad around and reposition the arm

pad on the arm tube.

FIGURE 2 - INSTALLING/REMOVING THE "T"

ARMS

3. Re-secure the arm pad to the arm tube with the two

(2) phillips screws.

4. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary.

ADJUSTING THE "T" ARMS

Height (FIGURE 3)

1. Unlock the "T" arm by flipping the "T" arm release

lever towards the inside of the wheelchair.

Arm Pad

NOTE: If necessary, Pull out on the "T" arm re-

lease lever and rotate 180^oso it can be flipped

towards the outside of the wheelchair.

Arm Tube

Phillips

Screw

Phillips Screw

2. Slide the "T" arm to one (1) of:

A. Low Height "T" Arms - Nine (9) positions.

B. High Height "T" Arms - Seven (7) positions.

FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING THE "T" ARMS -

WIDTH

NOTE: If the inside "T" arm post does not slide up

and down in the outside "T" arm post as desired,

perform one (1) of the following:

Depth (FIGURE 5)

1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the

arm pad to the arm tube.

A. Tighten - Tightening the set screws on the out-

side "T" arm post will make it harder to move 2. Remove the two (2) socket screws that secure the

the inside "T" arm post up and down. arm tube to the "T" arm post.

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PROCEDURE 2

ARMS

3. Reposition the arm tube on the "T" arm post:

6. Squeeze the "T" arm socket together until the socket

is flush with the "T" arm.

A. Desk Length Arms - to one (1) of three (3) posi-

tions depending on the desired arm pad depth. 7. While holding the "T" arm socket together, tighten

the four (4) hex screws and washers securely.

B. Full Length Arms - to one (1) of five (5) posi-

8. Pressinonthelockingleverandliftthe"T"armstraight

up and out of the "T" arm socket.

tions depending on the desired arm pad depth.

NOTE: Additional positions are obtainable by turn-

ing the arm tube 180^o.

9. Repeat STEPS 5-7, if necessary until the "T" arm

slides in the "T" arm socket as desired.

4. Re-secure the arm tube to the "T" arm post with the

two (2) socket screws.

10. Reinstall the "T" arm socket onto the wheelchair.

Refer to INSTALLING THE "T" ARM SOCKETS in

this section of the manual.

5. Reattach the arm pad to the arm tube with the two

(2) phillips screws.

Hex Screws

Optional Locking Pins

Wheelchair Frame

6. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary.

Arm Pad

Washers

"T" Arm Clamp

Socket

Arm Tube

Screws

NOTE: If

"T" Arm Socket

necessary, turn

arm tube 180^o

Phillips

Screw

to obtain two

(2) positions.

"T" Arm

Post

Phillips Screw

FIGURE 5 - ADJUSTING THE "T" ARMS -

DEPTH

"T" Arm

"T" Arm Sockets (FIGURE 6)

1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. If nec-

essary, refer to the owner's manual supplied with the

wheelchair.

Hex Screws

and Washers

2. Remove the three (3) hex screws and washers that

secure the "T" arm socket and "T" arm clamp to the

wheelchair frame and remove the "T" arm socket

from the wheelchair.

"T" Arm

Socket

Hex Screws

and Washers

FIGURE 6 - ADJUSTING THE "T" ARMS - "T"

ARM SOCKETS

3. If equipped with optional locking pins, remove the

locking pins that secure the "T" arm socket to the

wheelchair frame.

ADJUSTING THE TRANSFER ASSISTS AND/

OR SIDE GUARDS - "T" ARMS (FIGURE 7)

4. Loosen, but do not remove the four (4) hex screws

and washers that secure the "T" arm socket together.

NOTE: The "T" arm socket will disassemble if the

four (4) hex screws and washers are removed.

1. Remove the "T" arm from the wheelchair. Refer

to INSTALLING/REMOVING THE "T" ARMS in

this section of the manual.

5. Slide the "T" arm into the "T" arm socket until the lock

lever is in the slot in the "T" arm socket and an au-

dible "click" is heard.

2. Remove the bottom socket screw that secures

the side guard to the bottom clamp.

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3. Move the bottom clamp to one (1) of three (3) 3. Remove the existing locking lever and spring from

mounting holes in the side guard. the bottom bracket.

NOTE: The middle mounting hole is the stan- NOTE: Inspect the spring and replace if necessary.

dard mounting position for rigid wheelchairs.

4. Position the spring on the bottom bracket as shown

NOTE: The bottom mounting hole is the stan-

dard mounting position for folding wheelchairs.

in FIGURE 8.

5. Position the new locking lever onto the spring and

the bottom bracket.

NOTE: The top mounting hole is an optional

mounting position for folding or rigid wheelchairs.

NOTE: Make sure the two (2) extended ends of the

spring are inside the notch in the locking lever.

4. Re-secure the side guard to the bottom clamp

with the socket screw.

6. Line up the mounting holes in the new locking lever,

spring and bottom bracket.

5. Install the "T" arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE "T" ARMS in this

section of the manual.

WARNING

DO NOT over tighten the locknut that secures the

locking lever to the bottom bracket. Over tightening

thislocknutwillpreventthelockingleverfromoper-

ating properly, possibly causing injury.

Top

7. Install the phillips bolt and tighten securely with the

locknut.

Middle

8. Install the "T" arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to IN-

STALLING/REMOVINGTHE"T"ARMS inthissec-

tion of the manual.

Side

Guard

Bottom

"T" Arm

Transfer

Assist

Extended Ends

Spring

Bottom

Bracket

Notch

Socket

Screws

Locknut

Bottom Clamp

FIGURE 7 - ADJUSTING THE TRANSFER

ASSISTS AND/OR SIDE GUARDS - "T" ARMS

REPLACING THE LOCKING LEVER - "T"

ARMS (FIGURE 8)

Locking

Phillips Bolt

Lever

1. Remove the "T" arm from the wheelchair. Refer to

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE "T" ARMS in this

section of the manual.

FIGURE 8 - REPLACING THE LOCKING LEVER

- "T" ARMS

2. Remove the phillips bolt and locknut that secure the

existing locking lever to the bottom bracket.

CAUTION

The locking lever is spring loaded. Place your

free hand over the locking lever to prevent the

parts from springing off of the bottom bracket.

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2. Slide the bottom hex bolt (w/coved washer) through

the adjustment plate and back cane.

USING/INSTALLING/HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT/CORRESPONDING ARM

ADJUSTMENT TO BACK ANGLE -

CANTILEVER ARMS

3. Securely tighten the cantilever arm to the wheelchair

with two (2) locknuts and washers.

NOTE: The cantilever arms are designed for use 4. Adjust the angle of the cantilever arm, if necessary.

with the fixed height back canes only.

Refer to CORRESPONDING ARM ADJUSTMENT

TO BACK ANGLE in this section of the manual.

Using (FIGURE 9)

1. Pull the actuator of the locking mechanism

towards the front of the wheelchair.

Corresponding Arm Adjustment to Back Angle

(FIGURES 10 and 11)

2. While holding the actuator of the locking mecha-

nism, pull up on the cantilever arm.

NOTE: This adjustment is recommended if the back

angle has been changed to keep arm parallel to the

ground/floor.

NOTE: If necessary, the locking mechanism in the

cantilever arm can be repositioned so the cantilever

arm will open down instead of up. Refer to REPLAC-

ING/REPOSITIONINGTHELOCKINGMECHANISMIN

THECANTILEVERARMinthissectionofthemanual.

1. Flip the cantilever arm up and out of the way.

2. Remove the locknut that secures the locking pin to

the adjustment plate (FIGURE 10).

3. To lock the cantilever arm, push down until there

is an audible click.

Adjustment Plate

Locknut

4. Pull up on the cantilever arm to make sure it is

locked in place.

Locking Pin

Installing/Height Adjustment (FIGURE 9)

Washer

NOTE: When removing the locknuts and washers

from the cantilever arm assembly, leave the top

hex bolt, coved washers and spacer (between ad-

justment plate and cantilever arm) in place.

FIGURE 10 - ADJUSTING THE CANTILEVER ARMS

80^O

95^O

1. Slide the partially assembled cantilever arm

assembly w/mounting hardware through the back

cane. Make sure the adjustment plate is towards

the inside of the wheelchair.

Back Plate

Arm Plate

NOTE: This includes top hex bolt, coved washers

and spacer (between adjustment plate and cantile-

ver arm).

85^O

100^O

Coved Washers

Back Plate

Adjustment Plate

Back Cane

Spacer

Actuator

Arm Plate

Locknuts

Washers

90^O

105^OAND 110^O

Back Plate

Top Hex Bolt

and Coved Washer

Arm Plate

Cantilever Arm

Bottom Hex Bolt

FIGURE 11 - CORRESPONDING ARM

ADJUSTMENT TO BACK ANGLE -

CANTILEVER ARMS

FIGURE 9- USING/INSTALLING/HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT - CANTILEVER ARMS

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ARM PAD DEPTH ADJUSTMENT/

REPLACEMENT - CANTILEVER ARMS

(FIGURE 13)

3. Refer to FIGURE 6 to determine the mounting hole

in the adjustment plate that will be used to corre-

spond to the back angle.

NOTE:Backanglesof105^oand110^owillusethesame

Adjustment

arm adjustment plate mounting holes.

1. Remove the phillips screw from the rear of the arm-

restpadandself-tapingscrewifFULLLENGTHARM

PADS.

4. Securely tighten the locking pin and washer to the

adjustment plate with a locknut.

5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for the opposite side, if neces-

2. Depending on the desired arm pad depth, reposi-

tion the cantilever slide tube to one (1) of five (5)

positions for DESK LENGTH ARM PADS and into

the FIRST adjustment hole for the FULL LENGTH

ARMPADS.

sary.

REPLACING/REPOSITIONING THE LOCKING

MECHANISM IN THE CANTILEVER ARM

(FIGURE 12)

3. Reattach the arm pad/cantilever slide tube to the

arm tube with existing hardware.

1. Move the cantilever arm up and out of the way.

2. Remove the actuator from the locking mechanism. 4. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary.

CAUTION

Replacement

Thelockingmechanismisspringloaded. Placeyour

free hand over the locking mechanism to prevent

1. Remove the phillips screws from the armrest pad.

the parts from springing out of the cantilever arm.

2. Replace with NEW armrest pad.

3. Secure with existing hardware.

3. Slowly let the locking mechanism and spring slide

out of the cantilever arm.

Desk Length

Arm Pads

NOTE: Inspect the spring and replace if necessary.

4. Slide the new locking mechanism and spring into

the cantilever arm.

5. Position the angled portion of the locking mecha-

nism in one (1) of two (2) ways:

Phillips Screw

(Rear of Armrest

Angled Portion Facing Up - Arm will flip UP

Angled Portion Facing Down - Arm will flip DOWN

Pad)

Cantilever Slide Tube

6. Use Loctite 242 and securely tighten the actuator

into the locking mechanism.

NOTE: This Phillips Screw only needs to be re-

moved when Armrest Pad is replaced.

7. To lock the cantilever arm, push down until there is

an audible click.

Full Length

Arm Pads

8. Pull up on the cantilever arm to make sure it is locked

in place.

Phillips Screw

(Rear of Armrest

Pad)

Angled Portion of

Cantilever Arm

Locking Mechanism

Spring

Cantilever Arm

Self-Tapping Screw

NOTE: Only these Adjust-

ment Holes can be used.

Locking

Mechanism

Cantilever Slide Tube

Actuator

(Apply Loctite 242)

NOTE: This Phillips Screw only needs to be re-

moved when Armrest Pad is replaced.

FIGURE 12 - REPLACING/REPOSITIONING THE

LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE FLIP-UP HALF ARM

FIGURE 13 - ARM PAD DEPTH ADJUSTMENT/

REPLACEMENT - CANTILEVER ARMS

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5. Determine the necessary position for the rigid side

guard.

INSTALLING FABRIC CLOTHING GUARDS

(FIGURE 14)

6. Securely tighten the two (2) half clamps together with

the socket screw.

Washer

Unthreaded Half Clamp

1. Remove the seat cushion, if necessary.

2. Secure the fastening straps of the fabric clothing pro-

tectors to the seat upholstery.

Socket Screw

3. Reinstall the seat cushion, if necessary.

4. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the

back upholstery to the back canes.

Rigid

Side

Guard

5. Position the D-rings on the mounting holes in the

back canes.

6. Reinstall the two (2) phillips screws and securely

tighten.

Threaded Half Clamp

Wheelchair Frame

FIGURE 15 - INSTALLING RIGID SIDE GUARDS

7. Run the nylon cord evenly through the two (2) D-

rings.

ADJUSTING CONVENTIONAL ARM HEIGHT,

REMOVING OR REPLACING

CONVENTIONAL ARMS (FIGURE 16)

8. Run the nylon cord through the cord lock.

9. Push star wheel into cord lock to hold the nylon cord

in place.

WARNING

10. Tie a knot in the nylon cord and cut the excess, if

desired.

Make sure the armrest release levers are secured

before using the wheelchair.

Fabric Clothing

Guard

Adjusting Conventional Arm Height

1. Unlock the conventional arm by flipping the arm-

rest release lever on the top front of the armrest

to the UP (HORIZONTAL) position.

Fastening Strap

Seat Upholstery

2. Adjust conventional arm to desired height.

NOTE: Height adjustment levers MUST be in the

unlocked position when placing upper arm into

the arm assembly.

Cord Lock

Phillips

Screw,

D-ring

3. Lock the conventional arm by pressing the release

lever into the DOWN (VERTICAL) position when

the desired armrest height is achieved.

Phillips Screw,

D-ring

Star

Wheel

Removing Conventional Arms

Nylon Cord

FIGURE 14 - INSTALLING FABRIC CLOTHING

GUARDS

1. Unlock the conventional by turning the armrest

release lever located on the side rail to the un-

locked position.

INSTALLING RIGID SIDE GUARDS (FIGURE 15)

2. Remove the conventional arm from the wheel-

chair.

1. Position the unthreaded half clamp on the INSIDE

of the wheelchair frame.

Replacing Conventional Arms

2. Position the threaded half clamp on the OUTSIDE

of the wheelchair frame.

NOTE: Armrest release levers MUST be in the un-

locked position when placing armrests into the arm

sockets.

3. Install the washer and socket screw through the two

(2) half clamps and loosely tighten.

1. Position the conventional arm in the arm sockets

and lock the conventional arm by turning the arm-

rest release levers into the locked position.

4. Slide the rigid side guard into the slot on the threaded

half clamp.

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Locked (DOWN - 3. Move the rear arm socket, nylon shim and rear arm

Height

Adjustment

Lever

VERTICAL)

socket mount to the position determined in STEP 1.

4. Reinstall the rear arm socket, nylon shim and rear

arm socket mount onto the wheelchair with the hex

bolt, washer and locknut. Refer to FIGURE 13 for

correct orientation.

5. Repeat STEPS1-4fortheoppositesideofthewheel-

chair.

Unlocked (UP-

HORIZONTAL)

Rear Arm Socket

Armrest Release

Lever

Hex Bolt

Nylon

Shim

FIGURE 16 - ADJUSTING CONVENTIONAL

ARM HEIGHT, REMOVING OR REPLACING

CONVENTIONAL ARMS

Rear Arm

Socket

Mount

Wheelchair

REPLACING ARMREST PADS (FIGURE 17)

Frame

Washer

Locknut

FIGURE 18 - REPOSITIONING THE

CONVENTIONAL ARMS - REAR ARM SOCKETS

1. Remove the phillips screws that secure the arm-

rest pad to the armrest assembly.

2. Replace armrest pad and securely tighten with

the existing phillips screws.

Front Arm Sockets (FIGURE 19)

1. Determine the necessary front arm socket and seat

guide position for the necessary seat depth. Refer

to CHANGINGSEATDEPTHS inPROCEDURE10

of this manual.

Armrest Pad

2. Remove the socket bolts and locknuts that secure

the front arm socket and seat guide to the wheel-

chair.

Phillips Screws

3. Move the front arm socket and seat guide to the

Armrest Assembly

position determined in STEP 1.

4. Resecure the front arm socket and seat guide to the

wheelchair with the socket bolts and locknuts.

FIGURE 17 - REPLACING ARMREST PADS

REPOSITIONING THE CONVENTIONAL ARMS

5. Repeat STEPS1-4fortheoppositesideofthewheel-

chair.

NOTE: Conventional arms can only be repositioned

onmediumandlongframewheelchairs. Thereisonly

one(1)positionforconventionalarmsonshortframe

wheelchairs.

Socket Bolt

Front Arm

Socket

Rear Arm Sockets (FIGURE 18)

Seat Guide

Wheelchair

1. Determine the necessary rear arm socket position

for the necessary seat depth. Refer to CHANGING

SEAT DEPTHS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual.

Frame

Locknut

2. Remove the hex bolt, washer and locknut that se-

cure the rear arm socket, nylon shim and rear arm

socket mount to the wheelchair frame.

FIGURE 19 - REPOSITIONING THE

CONVENTIONAL ARMS - FRONT ARM SOCKETS

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BACK

REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY

This Procedure Includes the Following:

Folding/Unfolding the Back

Replacing Back Upholstery

Adjusting the Back Height

NOTE: If the back upholstery HEIGHT is being

changed, the back canes may also have to be

changed. Refer to ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT

in this section of the manual.

Replacing the Locking Mechanism in

the Back Cane

Standard Back Upholstery (FIGURE 2)

Changing the Back Angle

1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws and washers that

securetheexistingbackupholsterytothebackcanes.

Repositioning the Back (Changing Seat Depth)

2. Remove the hex screw and locknut that secure one

(1) back cane to the wheelchair frame.

Repositioning Back for 2 or 3-Inch Seat

Cushion - Recliners Only

NOTE: It is necessary to remove only one (1) back

cane to replace the back upholstery.

Replacing Folding Push Handle - Recliners

Only

3. Pull the loose back cane out of the existing back

upholstery.

Installing and Removing a Seating System

WARNING

4. Pull the existing back upholstery up and over the

mounted back cane.

After adjustments and before use, make sure all

attaching hardware is securely tightened.

5. Install the new back upholstery over the mounted

back cane.

FOLDING/UNFOLDING THE BACK (FIGURE 1)

6. Slide the loose back cane through the new back

upholstery.

WARNING

7. Secure the back cane to the wheelchair frame with

the hex screw and locknut.

Make sure the back is locked securely BEFORE

using the wheelchair - otherwise injury can occur.

8. Secure the new back upholstery to the back canes

with the existing phillips screws and washers.

NOTE: The following procedure is for non-recliner

wheelchairs only.

1. Pull the actuator of the locking mechanism up to-

wards the top of the wheelchair.

Back Upholstery

2. While holding the actuator of the locking mechanism,

push the back down.

Washers

NOTE: The back can be pushed towards the ante-

rior (front) or the posterior (rear) of the wheelchair

depending on need.

3. To lock the back into place, pull up until there is an

audible click.

Phillips

Screws

4. Push on the back to make sure it is locked in place.

Remove Back Cane

FIGURE 2 - REPLACING STANDARD BACK

UPHOLSTERY

Back Cane

Adjustable Back Upholstery

INSTALLING ADJUSTABLE BACK

UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 3).

Actuator

1. Remove the existing back upholstery from the

wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING STANDARD

BACK UPHOLSTERY in this section of the

manual.

FIGURE 1 - FOLDING/UNFOLDING THE BACK

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2. Slide each section (anchor loop/adjuster strap) of REPLACING ADJUSTABLE BACK UPHOLSTERY

the adjustable back upholstery with the grommet (FIGURE 3).

hole facing the rear of the wheelchair.

1. Lift up on the existing back upholstery cover and

remove the cover from the wheelchair.

3. Secure the adjustable back upholstery to the back

posts with the mounting screws.

2. Remove the two (2) phillips screws and washers that

secure the existing adjustable back upholstery to the

back canes.

NOTE: Clean the upholstery with warm water and

mild detergent to remove superficial soil.

3. Slide each section (anchor loop/adjuster strap) of

theexistingadjustablebackupholsteryoffoftheback

canes.

WARNING

After the adjustable back upholstery has been posi-

tioned to the end-users individual needs, the fas-

tening straps MUST be securely fastened BEFORE

applying the back upholstery cover. The adjustable

back should be checked whenever entering the

wheelchair to ensure that the fastening straps are

securely fastened.

4. Slide each section (anchor loop/adjuster strap) of

the new adjustable back upholstery with the grom-

met hole facing the rear of the wheelchair.

5. Secure new adjustable back upholstery to the back

posts with the two (2) phillips screws and washers.

4. Slip adjuster straps through corresponding anchor

loops and adjust the back upholstery. Secure with

the fastening straps.

WARNING

After the adjustable back upholstery has been posi-

tioned to the end-users individual needs, the fas-

tening straps MUST be securely fastened BEFORE

applying the back upholstery cover. The adjustable

back should be checked whenever entering the

wheelchair to ensure that the fastening straps are

securely fastened.

5. Secure the back upholstery cover (fastening strap)

to the back of the adjustable back upholstery (fas-

tening strap).

6. Flip the back upholstery cover over the adjustable

back upholstery and secure the fastening straps to

the front of the adjustable back upholstery.

6. Slip adjuster straps through corresponding anchor

loops and adjust the back upholstery. Secure with

the fastening straps.

7. Lay the front portion of the back upholstery cover on

the seat upholstery.

7. Secure the new back upholstery cover (fastening

strap) to the back of the new adjustable back up-

holstery (fastening strap).

8. Adjust the slack in the back upholstery cover and

then secure to the seat upholstery.

Fastening Strap

8. Flip the new back upholstery cover over the new

adjustable back upholstery and secure the fas-

tening straps to the front of the new adjustable

back upholstery.

Back Upholstery Cover

Fastening Strap

9. Lay the front portion of the new back upholstery

cover on the seat upholstery.

10. Adjust the slack in the new back upholstery cover

and then secure to the seat upholstery.

THE ADJUSTABLE TENSION STRAPS.

The straps can be adjusted at various levels of ten-

sion to accommodate individual end-users. In a typi-

cal scenario, the bottom two (2) straps can be ad-

justed tightly to support and/or assist the extensor

muscles.

Frame

Back Upholstery

Anchor Loops

Mounting Screws

Back Upholstery Adjuster Straps

FIGURE 3 - INSTALLING/REPLACING

ADJUSTABLE BACK UPHOLSTERY

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The top two (2) straps would be left looser to allow the

upper body to lean back over the upholstery to fight grav-

ity. This configuration may enable the back canes to be

loweredforaquad. Inanotherinstance, youmightloosen

all of the straps and allow the end-user to sink all the way

back into the wheelchair.

Every person will be different. Let the therapist experi-

ment with different positions and then decide. It is easy

to change.

FIGURE 4

When using a nonadjustable flat backrest, the top

portion of the upholstery will usually push the trunk

forward of the center of gravity over the pelvis. To

maintain the trunk in the upright posture, the user must

have and use the back extesor musculature, or add

tilt or recline to backrest (FIGURE 5).

THE BACK UPHOLSTERY COVER.

The back upholstery cover is designed for three (3)

reasons:

1. It is as a modesty cover to prevent one's posterior

from protruding out of the wheelchair.

2. It keeps the cushion from sliding out of the back of

the wheelchair.

3. It is a sacral support depending upon how far or tight

the flap is pulled under the seat cushion.

WHY USE ADJUSTABLE BACK UPHOLSTERY: A

CLINICALDISCUSSION.

FIGURE 5

The flexible sling upholstery commonly used on wheel-

chairsallowsthewheelchairtofoldwithoutremovingrigid

components. Sling upholstery will stretch with use. Un-

fortunately, stretched upholstery does not support the

back well. Stretched upholstery often allows the pelvis to

drift into posterior tilt while the back assumes a kyphotic

posture.

When using adjustable upholstery, it is possible to

tighten the lower portion of the backrest which assists

in maintaining a neutral pelvis. The upper portion can

then be adjusted to follow the natural curvature of the

spine bringing the back over the pelvis in a position of

balance relative to the center of gravity (FIGURE 6).

With the adjustable tension backrest, the sag can be

taken out of the sling restoring the original tightness.

Adjustable tension upholstery can also provide signifi-

cant improvement to the seated posture and function of

the wheelchair. By changing the tension of the strap, the

backrest can be adjusted to accommodate back pos-

tures such as kyphosis, lordosis, stabilize the pelvis and

back, and provide lateral stability.

In addition to restoring the sling to original tension, the

adjustable tension backrest can be adjusted to help

maintain the pelvis and back position, which can improve

posture balance and function.

FIGURE 6

The best point of control for the pelvis is near the Pos-

terior Superior, Iliac Spine (P.S.I.S.). The upper trunk

should be relined until a balanced posture is achieved,

approximately 10 to 15 degrees (FIGURE 7).

The wheelchair backrest should be able to follow the

natural anatomical contours of the back. When viewing

a person from the side, the thoracic portion of the back

will extend posteriorly to the pelvis and buttocks (FIG-

URE 4).

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PROCEDURE 3

Recliner Back Upholstery (FIGURE 10)

1. Remove the ten (10) or twelve (12) phillips screws

and washers (depending on back height) that se-

cure the back upholstery to the back canes.

10^o-15^oAngle

P.S.I.S.

2. Remove existing back upholstery from back canes.

3. Install new back upholstery onto the back canes.

4. Install the ten (10) or twelve (12) phillips screws and

washers (depending on back height) that secure the

back upholstery to the recliner back canes.

FIGURE 7

For individuals who have fixed kyphotic spine, the

backrest can be adjusted to allow for an increased

recline while providing increased contact and support

of the back (FIGURE 8).

Recliner Headrest Upholstery (FIGURE 10)

1. Remove the six (6) phillips screws and washers that

secure the headrest upholstery to the headrest ex-

tensions.

2. Remove the existing headrest upholstery from the

headrest extensions.

Adjust

Backrest to

Conform to

Fixed Kyphotic

Deformity

3. Install the new headrest upholstery onto the head-

rest extensions.

4. Install the six (6) phillips screws and washers that

secure the headrest upholstery to the headrest ex-

tensions.

Open Seat to Back

Angle if Possible

Headrest Upholstery

Phillips

FIGURE 8

Screws

Headrest

The height of the backrest and the amount of control

provided by the adjustable tension upholstery will vary

depending on the abilities of the user. An active paraple-

gic (SCI) may require minimal back height which adds

posterior stability to the pelvis and lets the trunk assume

a natural balance over the top edge of the wheelchair

upholstery. A less active para (with a higher level of in-

jury) or a quadriplegic may require a higher backrest with

an increased level of recline (FIGURE 9).

Extension

Back

Cane

Washers

Back Upholstery

FIGURE 10 - REPLACING RECLINER BACK OR

HEADREST UPHOLSTERY

ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT

Adjustable Height Backs (FIGURE 11)

FIGURE 9

The effect of back support and the angle of the backrest

are interconnected. Changes to one often requires

change to the other if optimal support and balance are to

1. Remove the two (2) hex bolts and locknuts that se-

cure the two (2) back canes to the wheelchair frame.

be achieved. Use of a wheelchair with adjustable ten- 2. Reposition the back canes to one (1) of five (5) height

sion upholstery can significantly increase function, pos-

tural condition, balance and comfort.

adjustment positions. Refer to the SPECIFICATION

PAGE of this manual for the height range of the indi-

vidual back canes.

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BACK

WARNING

DO NOT overtighten hex bolts. Overtightening hex

bolts will prohibit the free movement of the back

canes, preventingthebackcanesfromlockingprop-

erly.

The back canes MUST be fastened securely to the

seat frame BEFORE using the wheelchair.

DO NOT overtighten hex bolts. Overtightening hex

bolts will prohibit the free movement of the back

canes, preventingthebackcanesfromlockingprop-

erly.

5. Secure the new back canes to the back angle plates

with hex bolts and locknuts. Torque to 35-inch

pounds. Refer to FIGURE 12 for correct hardware

orientation.

3. Reinstall the two (2) hex bolts and locknuts that se-

cure the back canes to the wheelchair frame. Torque

to 35-inch pounds.

6. If necessary, reinstall the cantilever arms onto the

wheelchair. Refer to USING/INSTALLING/HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT/CORRESPONDING ARM AD-

JUSTMENT TO BACK ANGLE - CANTILEVER

ARMS in PROCEDURE 2 of this manual.

HOLE

HIGHEST

POSITION

Wheelchair

Frame

Hex Bolt

Back Cane

LOWEST

POSITION

✪✪Holes numbered from bottom to top for reference

only. (There are no numbers on the back canes or

wheelchair frame.)

Washer

Back Angle

Plate

FIGURE 11 - ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT -

ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT BACKS

Locknut

Fixed Height Backs (FIGURE 12)

FIGURE 12 - ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT -

FIXED HEIGHT BACKS

1. If the wheelchair is equipped with cantilever arms,

remove them from the wheelchair. Refer to USING/

INSTALLING/HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT/CORRE-

SPONDING ARM ADJUSTMENT TO BACK

ANGLE - CANTILEVER ARMS in PROCEDURE 2

of this manual.

Recliner Backs (FIGURE 13)

1. Press the push pins on the headrest extension tubes

in and remove the headrest extension from the back

canes.

NOTE: Note the position of the cantilever arms for

reinstallation.

2. Remove the existing recliner back upholstery from

the wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING BACK UP-

HOLSTERY in this section of the manual.

2. Remove the two (2) hex bolts and locknuts that se-

cure the back canes to the back angle plates.

CAUTION

3. Remove the phillips bolts and locknuts that secure

the existing folding push handle and trigger release

levers to the back cane.

The locking mechanism in the back canes is spring

loaded. Slowly remove the back canes from the

wheelchair to prevent the springs from being lost.

4. Remove the folding handle from the wheelchair.

3. Slowly remove the two (2) backs canes from

the wheelchair.

5. Cut the tie wraps that secure the recliner cables to

the existing back canes.

4. Position the mounting holes in the new back canes

with the mounting holes in the back angle plates.

6. Remove the socket bolts, washers and locknuts that

secure the actuator housing to the existing back

canes.

WARNING

The back canes MUST be fastened securely to the

seat frame BEFORE using the wheelchair.

7. Remove the socket bolts, coved washers, wash-

ers and locknuts that secure the existing back

canes to the recliner brackets.

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BACK

PROCEDURE 3

8. Remove the existing back canes from the recliner 14. Securely tighten the recliner handles and folding

brackets.

handle to the new back canes with the phillips bolts

and locknuts.

WARNING

15. Install the new back upholstery onto the back canes.

Refer to REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY in this

section of the manual.

The back canes MUST be fastened securely to

the seat frame BEFORE using the wheelchair.

9. Position the new back canes on the recliner brack-

ets and tighten securely with the socket bolts,

coved washers, washers and locknuts.

16. Installtheheadrestextensionintothenewbackcanes.

REPLACING THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN

THE BACK CANE (FIGURE 14)

10. Position the actuator housings on the new back

canes and tighten securely with the socket bolts,

washers and locknuts.

CAUTION

The locking mechanism in the back canes is spring

loaded. Slowly remove the back canes from the

wheelchair to prevent the springs from being lost.

11. Secure the recliner cables to the new back canes

with tie wraps.

12. Insert the folding handle into the new back canes.

NOTE: The following procedure is for non-recliner

wheelchairs only.

13. Position the recliner handles on the new back

canes.

1. Move the back cane down and out of the way.

Folding

Handle

(STEP 4)

Headrest

Extension Tube

Phillips Bolt

(STEPS 3, 14)

2. Unthread the actuator from the locking mechanism.

3. Slowly let the locking mechanism and spring slide

out of the back cane.

Washer

NOTE: Inspect the spring and clean or replace if nec-

essary.

(STEPS 6, 10)

Trigger

Release

Lever

Locknut

(STEPS 6, 10)

4. Slide the new locking mechanism and spring into the

back cane.

5. Make sure the angled end of the locking mechanism

is pointing up towards the locking pin on the adjust-

ment plate.

Locknut

(STEPS 3, 14)

Tie Wraps

(STEPS 5, 11)

6. UseLoctite242andsecurelytightentheactuatorinto

the locking mechanism.

Socket Bolt

(STEPS 6, 10)

Back Cane

7. To lock the back canes, pull up on the back canes

until there is an audible click.

Washer

(STEPS 6, 10)

Coved Washers

(STEPS 7, 9)

8. Push back and forth on the back canes to make sure

they are locked in place.

Actuator Housing

Washer

(STEPS 7, 9)

(STEP 6)

Angled Portion

of Locking

Mechanism

Back Cane

Actuator

Socket Bolt

(STEPS 7, 9)

Spring

Locknut

(STEPS 7, 9)

Recliner

Brackets

Locking Mechanism

FIGURE 13 - ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT -

RECLINER BACKS

FIGURE 14 - REPLACING THE LOCKING

MECHANISM IN THE BACK CANE

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BACK

2. Remove the rear hex bolt, washer and locknut that

secure the back angle plates to the wheelchair frame

(FIGURE 15).

CHANGING THE BACK ANGLE

WARNING

Theseatheight, seatdepth, backangle, seatingsys-

tem, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as

the user condition directly relate to the stability of

the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any combi-

nation of the seven (7) may cause the wheelchair to

decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be

performedbyanauthorizeddealerorqualifiedtech-

nician.

3. Refer to FIGURE 16 to determine the mounting hole

inthebackangleplatesforthenecessarybackangle.

4. Reinstalltherearhexbolt, washerandsecurelytighten

with locknut. Refer to FIGURE 15 for correct hard-

ware orientation.

5. If the wheelchair is equipped with cantilever arms,

adjust the arms to keep them parallel to the ground/

floor. Refer to USING/INSTALLING/HEIGHT AD-

JUSTMENT/CORRESPONDING ARM ADJUST-

MENTTOBACKANGLE-CANTILEVERARMSin

PROCEDURE 2 of this manual.

1. Loosen, but do not remove the front hex bolt

that secures the back angle plate to the wheel-

chair frame (FIGURE 15).

Back Angle

Plate

Front Hex Bolt (Loosen, but

do not Remove)

NOTE: If the wheelchair has become less stable af-

ter changing the back angle, reposition the rear

wheels. Refer to ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE

LENGTH in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.

REPOSITIONING THE BACK (CHANGING

SEAT DEPTH)

Rear Hex

Bolt

Washer

WARNING

Locknut

Theseatheight, seatdepth, backangle, seatingsys-

tem, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as

the user condition directly relate to the stability of

the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any combi-

nation of the seven (7) may cause the wheelchair to

decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be

performedbyanauthorizeddealerorqualifiedtech-

nician.

Wheelchair

Frame

FIGURE 15 - CHANGING THE BACK ANGLE

80^O

95^O

Non-Recliners (FIGURE 17)

Back Plate

1. Determine the necessary back position for the de-

sired seat depth of the wheelchair. Refer to CHANG-

ING SEAT DEPTHS in PROCEDURE 10 of this

manual.

85^O

100^O

Back Plate

2. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer

to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in

PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.

90^O

105^O

3. Remove the four (4) hex bolts, washers and locknuts

thatsecurethefour(4)backangleplatestothewheel-

chair frame.

Back Plate

110^O

NOTE: Note the back angle before removing the hex

screws for reinstallation.

Back Plate

4. Line up the mounting holes in the back angle plates

with the mounting holes determined in STEP 1.

FIGURE 16 - BACK ANGLE PLATE MOUNTING

HOLES FOR CORRESPONDING BACK

ANGLES

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PROCEDURE 3

5. Reinstall the hex bolts that secure the back

angle plates to the wheelchair frame. Make sure

the back is at the desired angle.

4. Line up the mounting holes in the recliner brackets

with the mounting holes determined in STEP 1.

5. Reinstallthehexbolts, washersandlocknutsthrough

thereclinerbracketsandwheelchairframeandtighten

securely. Refer to FIGURE 18 for correct hardware

orientation.

NOTE: Make sure the four (4) back angle plates are

at the same angle BEFORE using the wheelchair

6. Secure the back angle brackets to the wheel-

chair frame with the washers and locknuts.

6. Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair. Refer

to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in

PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.

7. Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair. Refer

to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in

PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.

NOTE: If the wheelchair has become less stable

after repositioning the back to the desired seat

depth, reposition the rear wheels. Refer to AD-

JUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH in PROCE-

DURE 6 of this manual.

NOTE: If the wheelchair has become less stable

after repositioning the back to the desired seat

depth, reposition the rear wheels. Refer to AD-

JUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH in PRO-

CEDURE 6 of this manual.

Recliner Brackets

Back Angle Plate

Hex Bolt

Washers

Locknuts

Locknut

Wheelchair

Hex Bolts

Frame

Wheelchair

Frame

Washer

FIGURE 17 - REPOSITIONING THE BACK

(CHANGING SEAT DEPTH) - NON-RECLINERS

X X

NEVER USE THE REAR

TWO (2) RECLINER

BRACKET MOUNTING

HOLES

Recliners (FIGURE 18)

WARNING

FIGURE 18 - REPOSITIONING THE BACK

(CHANGING SEAT DEPTH) - RECLINERS

NEVER use the rear two (2) recliner bracket

mounting holes when using the recliner option.

Using the rear two (2) recliner bracket mount-

ing holes WILL make the wheelchair less stable,

possibly causing injury.

REPOSITIONING BACK FOR 2 OR 3-INCH

SEAT CUSHION - RECLINERS ONLY

(FIGURE 19)

1. Determine the necessary back position for the

desired seat depth of the wheelchair. Refer to

CHANGING SEAT DEPTHS in PROCEDURE

10 of this manual.

1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair.

Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR

WHEELS in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.

2. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair.

Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR

WHEELS in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.

2. Remove the hex bolts, washers and locknuts

that secure the recliner brackets to the wheel-

chair frame.

3. Remove the hex bolts, washers and locknuts

that secure the recliner brackets to the wheel-

chair frame.

3. Refer to FIGURE 19 to determine the recliner

bracket mounting position for the correspond-

ing seat cushion height.

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PROCEDURE 3

BACK

4. Positionthereclinerbracketsonthewheelchairframe

Folding Push Handle

at the position determined in STEP 3.

Back Cane

5. Reinstallthehexbolts, washersandlocknutsthrough

thereclinerbracketsandwheelchairframeandtighten

securely. Refer to FIGURE 19 for correct hardware

orientation.

Phillips Bolt

Trigger Release

Lever

6. Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair. Refer

to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in

PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.

Recliner Brackets

2-inch

Seat

Cushion

Position

Locknut

Washers

Locknuts

FIGURE 20 - REPLACING FOLDING PUSH

HANDLE - RECLINERS ONLY

3-inch

Seat

Cushion

Position

INSTALLING AND REMOVING A SEATING

SYSTEM

Wheelchair

Frame

If a seating system is being used on the wheel-

chair, refer to the seating system Owner's

Manual for installation and removal.

Hex Bolts

FIGURE 19 - REPOSITIONING BACK FOR

2 OR 3-INCH SEAT CUSHION - RECLINERS ONLY

REPLACING FOLDING PUSH HANDLE -

RECLINERS ONLY (FIGURE 20)

NOTE: Refer to the SAFETY/HANDLING section

of this manual to fold and unfold the wheelchair.

1. Remove the phillips bolts and locknuts that secure

the existing folding push handle and trigger release

levers to the back cane.

2. Remove the existing folding push handle from the

back canes.

3. Install the new folding push handle into the back

canes.

4. Line up the mounting holes in the new folding push

handle with the mounting holes in the back canes.

5. Reinstall the phillips bolts through the trigger release

levers, back canes and the new folding push handle

and tighten securely with the locknuts.

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SEAT

PROCEDURE 4

1. Determine if new seat rails are needed or if the exist-

ing seat rails need to be repositioned for the desired

seat depth of the wheelchair. Refer to CHANGING

SEAT DEPTH in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual.

This Procedure Includes the Following:

Replacing Seat Upholstery

Changing/Repositioning Seat Rails

Repositioning the Crossbraces

Changing Seat Width

2. Remove the seat upholstery from the wheelchair.

Refer to REPLACING THE SEAT UPHOLSTERY

in this section of the manual.

WARNING

NOTE: If adjusting the seat width of the wheelchair,

the back and seat upholstery MUST be changed as

well.

After adjustments and before use, make sure

all attaching hardware is securely tightened.

3. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer

to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS

in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.

REPLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 1)

NOTE: The following procedure is for standard fold-

ing frames only.

4. Unfold the wheelchair and lay wheelchair on its side.

If necessary, refer to the SAFETY/HANDLING sec-

tion of this manual.

1. Remove the phillips screws that secure the existing

seat upholstery to the crossbraces.

5. Remove the four (4) hex screws and coved washers

that secure the existing seat rails to the crossbraces.

2. Remove the existing seat upholstery from the

crossbraces.

6. Install the new or reposition the existing seat rails to

the position determined in STEP 1.

3. Install the new seat upholstery by reversing STEPS

1-2.

7. Secure the new/existing seat rails to the crossbraces

with the existing coved washers and hex screws.

Phillips

Screws

8. Install the new seat upholstery. Refer to REPLAC-

ING THE SEAT UPHOLSTERY in this section of

the manual.

Seat Upholstery

9. Reposition the back if necessary. Refer to REPOSI-

TIONING THE BACK in PROCEDURE 3 of this

manual.

10. Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair. Refer

to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS

in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.

FIGURE 1 - REPLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY

NOTE: If the wheelchair has become less stable

after repositioning the seat rails to the desired

seat depth, reposition the rear wheels. Refer to

ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH in PRO-

CEDURE 6 of this manual.

CHANGING/REPOSITIONING SEAT RAILS

(FIGURE 2)

NOTE: The following procedure is for standard fold-

ing frames only.

WARNING

Seat Rail

Theseatheight, seatdepth, backangle, seatingsys-

tem, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as

the user condition directly relate to the stability of

the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any combi-

nation of the seven (7) may cause the wheelchair to

decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be

performedbyanauthorizeddealerorqualifiedtech-

nician.

Crossbrace

Hex

Screw

Coved Washer

FIGURE 2 - CHANGING/REPOSITIONING

SEAT RAILS

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PROCEDURE 4

SEAT

REPOSITIONING THE CROSSBRACES

(FIGURE 3)

CHANGING SEAT WIDTH

WARNING

The following procedure must be performed by an

authorized Invacare dealer or qualified technician.

WARNING

Theseatheight, seatdepth, backangle, seatingsys-

tem, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as

the user condition directly relate to the stability of

the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any combi-

nation of the seven (7) may cause the wheelchair to

decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be

performedbyanauthorizeddealerorqualifiedtech-

nician.

Standard Folding Frames (FIGURE 4)

1. Remove existing back and seat upholstery from the

wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING BACK UPHOL-

STERY inPROCEDURE3andREPLACINGSEAT

UPHOLSTERY in this section of the manual.

NOTE: If adjusting the seat width of the wheelchair,

thebackandseatupholsteryMUSTalsobechanged.

1. Determine the necessary self-tapping screw and

washer position for the desired seat depth of the

wheelchair. Refer to CHANGING SEAT DEPTHS in

PROCEDURE 10 of this manual.

2. Remove the seat rails from the crossbraces. Refer

to CHANGING/REPOSITIONING SEAT RAILS in

this section of the manual.

2. Removethehexbolts, locknutsandlowercrossbrace

saddles that secure the bottom of the two (2)

crossbraces to the wheelchair frame.

3. Remove the hex bolts and locknuts that secure the

two (2) pivot links to the wheelchair frame and

crossbraces.

3. Loosen, but do not remove the hex bolts and lock-

nuts that secure the two (2) pivot links to the wheel-

chair frame and crossbraces.

4. Removethehexbolts, locknutsandlowercrossbrace

saddles that secure the bottom of the two (2)

crossbraces to the wheelchair frame.

4. Reposition the self-tapping screw and washer to the

5. Remove the hex bolt, coved spacers, washers and

locknut that secure the two (2) existing crossbraces

together.

position determined in STEP 1.

5. Reverse STEPS 2-3 to reassemble wheelchair.

NOTE: If the wheelchair has become less stable af-

ter repositioning the self-tapping screw and washer

to the desired seat depth, reposition the rear wheels.

Refer to ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH in

PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.

NOTE: Note orientation of coved spacer, washer and

locknut order for reinstallation.

6. Assemble the two (2) new crossbraces together.

Refer to FIGURE 4 for hardware orientation.

7. Determine the mounting hole in the pivot link for the

corresponding seat width.

Pivot Links

Hex Bolts,

Loosen But Do

Not Remove

NOTE: Seat widths are stamped on the pivot link.

8. Reinstall the hex bolts and locknuts that secure the

pivot link to the wheelchair frame and crossbrace.

9. Reinstall the hex bolts, locknuts and crossbrace

saddles that secure the bottom of the two (2) new

crossbraces to the wheelchair frame.

Hex Bolts and

NOTE:Positionthecrossbracesaddleonwheelchair

frame using the self tapping screw and washer on

the underside of wheelchair frame as reference. Re-

fer to FIGURE 4.

Locknuts

Wheelchair

Frame

Lower Crossbrace

Saddle

10. Reinstall the seat rails onto the crossbraces. Refer

to CHANGING/REPOSITIONING SEAT RAILS in

this section of the manual.

11. Install the new back and seat upholstery onto the

wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING BACK UPHOL-

STERY inPROCEDURE3andREPLACINGSEAT

UPHOLSTERY in this section of the manual.

Self-Tapping Screw and Washer

FIGURE 3 - REPOSITIONING THE CROSSBRACES

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SEAT

PROCEDURE 4

Hex Bolt

Locknut

Seat Rail

Crossbrace

Hex Bolt

Locknut

Note orientation of hex

bolt, bushing, washers,

coved washers and locknut

for installation of new

crossbraces.

Hex Bolt

Wheelchair

Frame

Pivot Link

Lower Crossbrace Saddle

Self-Tapping Screw and Washer

FIGURE 4 - CHANGING SEAT WIDTH - STANDARD FOLDING FRAMES

Folding Frames Without Seat Rails (FIGURE 5)

NOTE: Seat widths are stamped on the pivot link.

Always align the holes in the pivot link and link

stop.

1. Remove upholstery or seating system from the

wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING BACK UPHOL-

STERY in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual.

7. Align the three (3) holes in pivot link and link stop

and reinstall the hex bolts and locknuts that secure

the pivot link and link stop to the wheelchair frame

and crossbrace.

NOTE: If adjusting the seat width of the wheel-

chair, the back (if equipped) and seat upholstery

MUST be changed as well.

8. Reinstall the hex bolts, locknuts and crossbrace

saddles that secure the bottom of the two (2) new

crossbraces to the wheelchair frame.

NOTE: If a seating system is being used on the

wheelchair, refer to the seating system Owner's

Manual for installation and removal.

NOTE: Position crossbrace saddle on wheel-

chair frame using the self tapping screw and

washer on the underside of wheelchair frame

as reference. Refer to FIGURE 5.

2. Remove the hex bolts and locknuts that secure the

two (2) pivot links and two (2) link stops to the wheel-

chair frame and crossbraces.

3. Remove the hex bolts, locknuts and lower cross-

brace saddles that secure the bottom of the two (2)

crossbraces to the wheelchair frame.

9. Install the new upholstery or seating system onto

the wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING BACK UP-

HOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual.

4. Remove the hex bolt, coved spacers, washers and

locknut that secure the two (2) existing crossbraces

together.

NOTE: If a seating system is being used on the

wheelchair, refer to the seating system Owner's

Manual for installation and removal.

NOTE: Note orientation of coved spacer, washer

and locknut order for reinstallation.

5. Assemble the two (2) new crossbraces together.

Refer to FIGURE 5 for hardware orientation.

6. Determine the mounting hole in the pivot link for the

corresponding seat width.

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PROCEDURE 4

SEAT

Hex Bolt

Crossbrace Pivot

Bracket

Seat Width Holes

Locknut

Draw Cord

Locknut

Pivot Link

Hex Bolt

Crossbrace

Link Stop

Note orientation of hex

Bolt, bushing, washers,

coved washers and lock-

nut for installation of new

crossbraces.

Hex Bolts and

Locknuts

Wheelchair

Frame

Crossbrace

Lower Crossbrace Saddle

Self-Tapping Screw and Washer

FIGURE 5 - CHANGING SEAT WIDTH - FOLDING FRAMES WITHOUT SEAT RAILS

Rigid Frames (FIGURE 6)

1. Removetheexistingbackupholsteryfromthewheel-

chair if so equipped. Refer to REPLACING BACK

UPHOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual.

Crossmembers

Wheelchair

Frame

2. Remove the existing seating system from the wheel-

chair if so equipped.

NOTE:Ifaseatingsystemisbeingusedonthewheel-

chair, refer to the seating system Owner's Manual for

installation and removal.

Washer

3. Remove the six (6) hex screws and washers that

secure the three (3) existing rigid crossmembers to

the wheelchair frame.

4. Install the new crossmembers onto the wheelchair

by reversing STEP 3. Refer to FIGURE 6 for correct

hardware orientation.

Washer

5. Install the new seating system onto the wheelchair.

NOTE:Ifaseatingsystemisbeingusedonthewheel-

chair, refer to the seating system Owner's Manual for

installation and removal.

Hex Screws

Washer

FIGURE 6 - CHANGING SEAT WIDTH - RIGID

FRAMES

6. Install the new back upholstery, if so equipped, onto

the wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING BACK UP-

HOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual.

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CASTERS

PROCEDURE 5

REPLACING FRONT FORK (FIGURE 2)

This Procedure Includes the Following:

1. Remove the front caster assemblies from the

wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING/REPOSITION-

ING/INSTALLING FRONT CASTER ASSEM-

BLIES in this section of the manual.

Replacing/Repositioning/Installing Front

Caster Assemblies

Replacing Front Fork

Repairing/Replacing Front Caster Tire/Tube

90^oAdjustment of the Caster Headtubes

Caster Headtube Mounting Adjustments

Installing Quick-Release Casters

2. Remove the head tube cap.

3. Remove the locknut and nylon washer.

4. Drop the fork out of the caster head tube.

5. Slide the new fork into the caster head tube.

WARNING

NOTE: Check bearing assemblies and replace if

necessary.

After adjustments and before use, make sure

all attaching hardware is securely tightened.

6. Ensure that fork slides completely into the caster

head tube.

REPLACING/REPOSITIONING/INSTALLING

FRONT CASTER ASSEMBLIES (FIGURE 1)

7. Install nylon washer and secure with locknut.

WARNING

1. Remove the hex bolt, spacers and locknut that

secure the front caster to the fork.

Improper positioning of the washer will prohibit

the free movement of the forks.

2. Remove the front caster from the fork.

8. Remove the front caster assemblies from the

wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING/REPOSITION-

ING/INSTALLING FRONT CASTER ASSEM-

BLIES in this section of the manual.

NOTE: If replacing a front caster on a six or eight

inch front fork, note the mounting position of

the existing front caster for installation of the

new front caster.

9. To properly tighten caster journal system and

guard against flutter, perform the following check:

NOTE: If repositioning front casters on a six or

eight inch front fork, refer to CHANGING SEAT-

TO-FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 9 of this

manual to determine the front caster position

needed for the required seat-to-floor height.

a. Tip front of wheelchair off floor.

b. Pivot forks and casters to top of their arc

simultaneously.

c. Let casters drop to bottom of arc (wheels

should swing once to one-side, then immedi-

ately rest in a straight downward position).

d. Adjust locknuts according to freedom of caster

swing.

3. Replace front caster and reverse STEPS 1- 2.

Locknut

Fork

e. Test wheelchair for maneuverability.

Hex Bolt

Black Dust

Cover

Locknut

Large

Plastic

Washer

Spacer

Washer

Caster

Fork

Assembly

Front Caster

Three and five

inch front caster

shown only for

clarity.

Spacer

FIGURE 1 - REPLACING/REPOSITIONING/

INSTALLING FRONT CASTER ASSEMBLIES

FIGURE 2 - REPLACING FRONT FORK

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PROCEDURE 5

CASTERS

5. Move the caster headtube back and forth until the

caster headtube is perpendicular to the ground/

floor.

REPLACING/REPAIRING FRONT CASTER

TIRE/TUBE

WARNING

6. While holding the caster headtube perpendicular

to the ground/floor, securely tighten the adjustment

cam to the caster headtube.

Replacement of front caster tire or tube MUST be

performed by an authorized Invacare dealer or

qualified technician.

7. Make sure the caster headtube is still perpendicu-

lar to the ground/floor by placing the large right

triangle or "L" square on the flat surface and against

the caster headtube.

CAUTION

As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should

be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and

should be replaced when necessary.

8. Securely tighten the hex bolt, washer and locknut

that secure the caster headtube to the wheelchair

frame.

90^oADJUSTMENT OF THE CASTER

HEADTUBES

Whenever the seat height is raised or lowered by

changing the caster size, fork stem length, rear wheel

size or axle mounting plate adjustments, the caster

Offset Caster Headtubes (FIGURE 4)

1. Make sure the wheelchair is on a flat surface.

headtube needs to be checked to maintain a 90^oangle 2. Loosen, but do not remove the bottom socket bolt,

to the ground/floor. Caster headtubes that are per-

pendicular to the floor will roll better, track straighter

and minimize any "3-wheeling" of the wheelchair.

washer and locknut that secure the caster

headtube to the wheelchair frame.

3. Remove the TOP washer and locknut that secure

the adjustment cam to the caster headtube.

Inline Caster Headtubes (FIGURE 3)

4. Remove the adjustment cam from the caster

headtube.

1. Make sure the wheelchair is on a flat surface.

2. Loosen, but do not remove the bottom hex screw,

washer and locknut that secure the caster

headtube to the wheelchair frame.

5. Position a large right triangle or "L" square on the

flat surface and against the caster headtube.

6. Move the caster headtube back and forth until the

caster headtube is perpendicular to the ground/

floor.

3. Loosen, but do not remove the locknut and washer

that secure the adjustment cam to the caster

headtube.

7. Reinstall the adjustment cam onto the TOP socket

screw that secures the adjustment cam to the

caster headtube.

4. Position a large right triangle or "L" square on the

flat surface and against the caster headtube.

Caster Headtube

"L" Square

Caster/Fork

Adjustment Cam

Caster Headtube

Adjustment Cam

Caster Headtube

Caster/Fork

Channel

"L" Square

FIGURE 3 - INLINE CASTER HEADTUBES

FIGURE 4 - OFFSET CASTER HEADTUBES

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CASTERS

PROCEDURE 5

8. Rotate the adjustment cam until it sits flush in the Repositioning the Caster Headtubes

channel of the caster headtube.

1. Determine the front caster position required for

NOTE: An indexing notch has been put on the

adjustment cam to help determine the position of

the adjustment cam on the opposite caster

headtube.

the desired seat-to-floor height. Refer to CHANG-

ING SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE

9 of this manual.

2. Remove the attaching hardware that secures the

caster headtube to the wheelchair.

9. Reinstall the washer and locknut that secure the

adjustment cam to the caster headtube.

3. Reposition the caster headtube to the position

determined in STEP 1.

10. Repeat STEPS 2-9 for the opposite side of the

wheelchair.

4. Re-secure the caster headtube to the wheelchair

with the existing hardware. Refer to FIGURE 5

correct hardware orientation.

CASTER HEADTUBE MOUNTING

ADJUSTMENTS (FIGURE 5)

5. Repeat STEPS 2-4 for the opposite side of the

wheelchair.

Leading or Trailing Caster Headtube Positioning

Offset Caster Headtubes Only

LEADING. Mount the casters on the wheelchair frame

with the caster headtube towards the front of the wheel-

chair to Lengthen the Wheelbase.

TRAILING. Mount the casters on the wheelchair frame

with the caster headtube towards the rear of the wheel-

chair to Shorten the Wheelbase.

CASTER LEADING

CASTER TRAILING

NOTE: The wheelchair is shipped from the fac-

tory with the caster headtube in the TRAILING po-

sition.

Positioning Casters on

Inside of Wheelchair

Frame

Mounting Caster Headtubes on the Inside of the

Wheelchair Frame

INLINE

CASTER

HEADTUBE

HARDWARE

WARNING

Mounting casters on the inside of the wheelchair

frame WILL reduce the stability of the wheelchair.

Try various caster positions to find the safest

caster position for your needs.

NOTE: To mount the caster headtubes on the in-

side of the wheelchair frame, reposition the right

caster headtube on the left side of the wheelchair

and the left caster headtube on the right side of

the wheelchair.

OFFSET

CASTER

HEADTUBE

HARDWARE

Height Adjustment

Depending on the seat-to-floor height required, it may

be necessary to reposition the caster headtube on the

wheelchair frame to an upper or lower position.

Upper Position

Lower Position

FIGURE 5 - CASTER HEADTUBE MOUNTING

ADJUSTMENTS

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PROCEDURE 5

CASTERS

INSTALLING QUICK-RELEASE CASTERS

(FIGURE 6)

WARNING

Make sure the detent pin of the quick-release

caster headtube cap is fully released BEFORE

operating the wheelchair.

WARNING

Pull on quick-release casters each time BE-

FORE using the wheelchair to make sure they

are securely locked onto the wheelchair frame.

There are several configurations of the quick

5. Depress the detent pin of the quick-release

caster headtube cap and install over the top of

the quick-release caster fork stem.

release caster. If caster fork stem DOES NOT 6. Release the detent pin of the quick-release

look like the drawing in FIGURE 6 when in-

stalled, DO NOT USE. Contact Customer Ser-

vice, 1-(800)-333-6900.

caster headtube cap and pull on the fork to make

sure the fork is securely attached to the wheel-

chair.

7. Reinstall the two (2) spacers and caster onto

the quick-release caster fork.

A NOTE ABOUT QUICK-RELEASE CASTERS

Quick-release casters are an option that allow for

quick and easy removal of the casters from the

wheelchair so the wheelchair can be stored and

transported conveniently. When using the quick-re-

lease caster option, a spring loaded caster head

tube cap will be used instead of a stem nut to se-

cure the front caster to the chair frame. Unlike the

stem nut, the caster head tube cap is not adjust-

able and thus caster flutter will be more evident with

the quick-release caster option than it would be with

the standard caster attaching hardware.

8. Repeat this procedure for the opposite side.

Approximately

1/4-inch

Quick-Release

Caster Fork

Stem

Caster

Headtube

Quick-

Release

Caster

Headtube

Cap

1. Remove the hex screw and locknut that secure

the front caster and the two (2) spacers to the

fork.

Dust

Cover

Detent Pin

2. Remove the dust cover on the top of the head

tube.

Locknut

3. While holding the fork and using a socket

wrench, remove the locknut that secures the

fork, and spacer in the headtube of the wheel-

chair.

Spacer

Headtube

NOTE: The dust cover and locknut are not used

with the quick release casters. Keep them for

future use.

Fork Stem

Fork

4. Remove the existing fork and install the quick

release caster fork through the head tube of the

wheelchair making sure the fork stem is approxi-

mately 1/4-inch above the caster head tube.

Hex Screw

FIGURE 6 - INSTALLING QUICK-RELEASE

CASTERS

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REAR WHEELS

PROCEDURE 6

NOTE: During contact activities, Invacare recom-

mends inserting quick-release axles with the head

end to the inside of the wheelchair to prevent ac-

cidental release.

This Procedure includes the following:

Removing/Installing Rear Wheels

Adjusting the Quick-Release Axle

Installing the Quad-Release Axle

Adjusting the Quad-Release Handle

Handrim Replacement

Permanent Axles

1. Remove the hex screw, axle spacer and locknut

that secure the rear wheel to the axle mounting

plate.

Installing Projection Handrims

Repairing/Replacing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube

Adjusting the Wheelbase Length

Adjusting the Wheelbase Width

Adjusting Rear Wheel Height

2. Loosely install the locknut onto the hex screw.

NOTE: This will store all necessary parts for fu-

ture use.

3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite rear wheel.

4. To reinstall the rear wheel onto the axle mounting

WARNING

plate, reverse STEPS 1-3.

After adjustments and before use make sure all

attaching hardware is securely tightened.

QUICK-RELEASE

NOTE: Non-

AXLE

Recliner axle

plate shown

Axle Mounting

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS

(FIGURE 1)

only for

Plate

clarity.

Quick-Release Axles

1. Push in the tip of the quick-release axle (with wheel)

and pull the axle out through the opening in the

center of the rear wheel.

Quick-Release Axle

PERMANENT

AXLE

2. Push in the tip of the quick-release axle again and

pull the axle out of the rear wheel.

Locknut

NOTE: Non-

Recliner axle

Axle Mounting

3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite rear wheel.

Plate

plate shown

4. To reinstall the rear wheel onto the axle mounting

only for

clarity.

Hex

Screw

plate, reverse STEPS 1-3.

WARNING

Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the

quick/quad-release axle are fully released BE-

FORE operating the wheelchair.

FIGURE 1 - REMOVING/INSTALLING THE

REAR WHEELS

The locking pins MUST be protruding past the

inside of the rear wheel axle bushing for a posi-

tive lock.

ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE

(FIGURE 2)

Keep locking pins clean.

1. Remove rear wheel and quick-release axle from

the wheelchair.

5. If the locking pins are not protruding past the in-

side of the axle bushing or there is too much move-

ment of the rear wheel assembly in a back and

forth position, refer to ADJUSTING THE QUICK-

RELEASE AXLE or ADJUSTING THE QUAD-

RELEASE HANDLE in this section of the manual.

2. Depress detent pin in the quick-release axle and

slide axle through the wheel hub.

3. Release detent pin ensuring that the locking pins

are fully released.

4. Increase or decrease end play by adjusting the

locknut on the end of the quick-release axle.

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PROCEDURE 6

REAR WHEELS

WARNING

Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of

the quick-release axle are fully released BE-

FORE operating the wheelchair.

Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the

quad-release axle are fully released BEFORE op-

erating the wheelchair.

Keep locking pins clean.

5. Reinstall rear wheel onto the wheelchair.

6. Flip the handle of the quad-release axle down to

release the detent pin ensuring that the locking

pins are fully released.

Axle Mounting

Locknut

Plate

7. If detent pin does not fully release, proceed to AD-

JUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE HANDLE.

8. Repeat STEPS 1-7 for the opposite rear wheel.

Locking

Detent

Pins

ADJUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE

HANDLE (FIGURE 4)

In and/or Out

Quick-Release Axle

Wheel Hub

1. Remove rear wheel and the quad-release axle

from the wheelchair.

FIGURE 2 - ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE

AXLE

2. Loosen the locking screw.

3. Make the following adjustments:

INSTALLING THE QUAD-RELEASE AXLE

(FIGURE 3)

If the quad-release handle is not releasing the

locking pins completely, rotate the quad-re-

lease handle approximately one-quarter (1/4)

turn CLOCKWISE.

1. Remove rear wheel and the existing quick-re-

lease axle from the wheelchair.

If the quad-release handle hits the spokes of the

rear wheel when assembled, rotate the quad-re-

lease handle approximately one-quarter (1/4)

turn COUNTERCLOCKWISE.

2. Remove the existing quick-release axle from the

rear wheel hub.

3. Insert the new quad-release axle through the

rear wheel hub.

4. Tighten the locking screw.

4. Slide the locking collar onto the quad-release

axle until it is snug against the rear wheel and

tighten securely with the allen screw.

5. Reinstall the rear wheel and quad-release axle onto

the wheelchair.

Locking Pins

5. Reinstall rear wheel and the quad-release axle

onto the wheelchair.

Quad-Release

Handle

Axle Mounting

Plate

Allen Screw

Quad-Release

Axle

Axle Mounting Plate

Locking Screw

IN/AND

OR OUT

Locking Collar

Rear Wheel Hub

REMOVING PLAY

FROM THE REAR

FIGURE 3 - INSTALLING THE QUAD-RELEASE

AXLE

WHEELS

Length Adjustment Screw

FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING QUAD-RELEASE AXLE

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REAR WHEELS

PROCEDURE 6

WARNING

Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the

quad-release axle are fully released BEFORE op-

erating the wheelchair.

Make sure detent pin and locking pins of the

quick/quad-release axles are fully released BE-

FORE operating the wheelchair.

Keep locking pins clean.

7. Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair. Refer to

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this

section of the manual.

6. Flip the handle of the quad-release axle down to

release the detent pin ensuring that the locking

pins are fully released.

8. If the locking pins of the quick/quad-release axles

are not protruding past the inside of the axle bush-

ing or there is too much movement of the rear

wheel assembly in a back and forth position, refer

to ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE or

ADJUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE HANDLE in

this section of the manual.

7. Repeat the above procedures until the quad-re-

lease axle locks correctly.

Removing the Play From the Rear Wheels

NOTE: The adjusting nut on the quick-release ax-

les originally performed this function.

9. Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel

if necessary.

1. With the rear wheel and quad-release axle still

mounted onto the wheelchair, make the following

adjustment:

Phillips

Bolt

Handrim

Tighten the length adjusting screw until there is

no in and out movement of the quad-release

axle and rear wheel.

SPOKE

REAR

WHEELS

Locknut

HANDRIM REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 5)

Spoke Rear Wheels

Button Screw

COMPOSITE

REAR

WHEELS

1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. Re-

fer to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS

in this section of the manual.

WARNING

Tire MUST be deflated before any disassembly

procedures are performed.

Handrim

2. Remove all air from the bar by pressing down on

the pin in the center of the valve stem.

FIGURE 5 - HANDRIM REPLACEMENT

Composite Rear Wheels

3. While carefully holding the tire, bar and rim strip to

one side, hold the phillips bolts and remove the

locknuts that secure the handrim to the rear wheel.

1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. Re-

fer to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS

in this section of the manual.

4. Remove the existing handrim.

5. Install the new handrim by reversing the above

procedures.

2. Remove the button screws and washers that se-

cure the handrim to the rear wheel.

WARNING

DO NOT inflate tire until it is completely

assembled.

3. Remove the existing handrim.

4. Install the new handrim by reversing the above

procedures.

6. Inflate the tire to the correct psi rating on the

sidewall of the tire.

WARNING

Make sure detent pin and locking pins of the

quick/quad-release axles are fully released BE-

FORE operating the wheelchair.

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PROCEDURE 6

REAR WHEELS

5. Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair. Refer to 5. Install a SHORT screw through the link and the rear

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this

wheel and loosely tighten with washer and locknut.

section of the manual.

6. Repeat STEPS 3 and 4 for one (1) link on the oppo-

6. If the locking pins of the quick/quad-release axles

are not protruding past the inside of the axle bush-

ing or there is too much movement of the rear

wheel assembly in a back and forth position, refer

to ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE or

ADJUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE HANDLE in

this section of the manual.

site side of the rear wheel.

NOTE: The links will attach to the rear wheel at an

approximate 45^oangle in the same direction.

7. Repeat STEPS 3 and 4 for the remaining links.

8. Securely tighten the washers and locknuts that se-

cure the projection handrim to the rear wheel.

7. Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel

if necessary.

9. Reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair.

10. If the locking pins of the quick/quad-release axles

are not protruding past the inside of the axle bushing

or there is too much movement of the rear wheel

assembly in a back and forth position, refer to AD-

JUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE or AD-

JUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE HANDLEinthis

section of the manual.

INSTALLING PROJECTION HANDRIMS

NOTE: The following procedures will work for any

type of projection handrim.

Composite Rear Wheels (FIGURE 6)

1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair.

11. Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel.

2. Remove the existing handrim from the rear wheel.

Refer to HANDRIM REPLACEMENT in this sec-

tion of the manual.

Spoke Rear Wheels (FIGURE 7)

1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair.

3. Using the LONG screws, assemble the links to

the projection handrim.

WARNING

Tire MUST be deflated before any disassembly pro-

4. Position one (1) link with one (1) of the mounting cedures are performed.

holes in the rear wheel.

2. Remove all air from the bar by pressing down on the

Composite Rim

pin in the center of the valve stem.

Locknut

3. While carefully holding the tire, bar and rim strip to

one side, hold the phillips bolts and remove the lock-

nuts that secure the handrim to the rear wheel.

LONG

Screw

4. Remove the existing handrim from the rear wheel.

5. Position the projection handrim mounting holes with

the mounting holes in the rear wheel.

6. While carefully holding the tire, bar and rim strip to

one side, hold the phillips bolts and securely tighten

thelocknutsthatsecurethehandrimtotherearwheel.

Link

Washer

SHORT

Screw

Links at an approximate 45^o

Angle in the same direction

Phillips

Bolts

Projection

Handrim

Locknut

FIGURE 6 - INSTALLING PROJECTION

HANDRIMS - COMPOSITE REAR WHEELS

FIGURE 7 - INSTALLING PROJECTION

HANDRIMS - SPOKE REAR WHEELS

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REAR WHEELS

PROCEDURE 6

WARNING

DO NOT inflate tire until it is completely assembled.

Wheel locks MUST be adjusted BEFORE using the

wheelchair.

7. Inflate the tire to the correct psi rating on the sidewall

of the tire.

Anti-tippers, if equipped, MUST be repositioned

BEFORE using the wheelchair.

WARNING

Lengthening the Wheelbase will increase stability and

maintain standard maneuverability of the wheelchair.

Make sure detent pin and locking pins of the quick/

quad-release axles are fully released BEFORE op-

erating the wheelchair.

Shortening the Wheelbase will increase maneuverabil-

ity and distribute additional weight onto the rear wheels.

8. Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair.

CenteringtheWheelbasegivesyoumaneuverabilityand

stability.

9. If the locking pins of the quick/quad-release axles

are not protruding past the inside of the axle bushing

or there is too much movement of the rear wheel 1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. Refer to

assembly in a back and forth position, refer to AD-

JUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE or AD-

JUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE HANDLEinthis

section of the manual.

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this

section of the manual.

2. Loosenthetwo(2)jamnutsthatsecuretheaxlebush-

ing to the axle mounting plate.

10. Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel if

necessary.

3. Move the axle bushing forward or rearward to the

desired position.

4. Securely tighten the jam nuts that secure the axle

bushing to the axle mounting plate.

REPAIRING/REPLACING REAR WHEEL TIRE/

TUBE

5. Reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair. Refer to

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this

section of the manual.

WARNING

Replacement of a rear wheel tire or tube MUST be

performedbyanauthorizedInvacaredealerorquali-

fied technician.

6. Repeat STEPS1-5fortheoppositesideofthewheel-

chair.

Jam Nuts

ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE LENGTH

(FIGURE 8)

Lengthening

(Rearward)

Axle Mounting

Plate

WARNING

Theseatheight, seatdepth, backangle, seatingsys-

tem, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as

the user condition directly relate to the stability of

the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any combi-

nation of the seven (7) may cause the wheelchair to

decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be

performedbyanauthorizeddealerorqualifiedtech-

nician.

Shortening

(Forward)

Axle Bushing

RECLINERS ONLY: Before using ANY recline

position of this wheelchair, make sure the rear

wheels are in the MOST REARWARD position in

the Extended Multi-Position axle plate to main-

tain the stability of the wheelchair. Do not change

the handling/maneuverability of the wheelchair

by moving the rear wheels to ANY of the forward

positions. Moving the rear wheels to ANY of the

forward positions WILL change the center of grav-

ity of the wheelchair, making the wheelchair less

stable.

Make sure the rear

wheels are in the

MOST REARWARD

position to main-

tain the stability of

the wheelchair

FIGURE 8 - ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE

LENGTH

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PROCEDURE 6

REAR WHEELS

NOTE: Make sure the number of threads showing

beyondtheoutsidejamnutistheSAMEforbothrear

wheels. This will help avoid a "3-wheeling" situation.

ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL HEIGHT

(FIGURE 10)

WARNING

7. Adjust the wheel locks. Refer to ADJUSTING THE

WHEEL LOCKS in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.

Theseatheight, seatdepth, backangle, seatingsys-

tem, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as

the user condition directly relate to the stability of

the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any combi-

nation of the seven (7) may cause the wheelchair to

decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be

performedbyanauthorizeddealerorqualifiedtech-

nician.

8. If wheelchair is equipped with anti-tippers,

adjust to maintain proper clearance. Refer to AD-

JUSTING THE ANTI-TIPPERS in PROCEDURE 7

of this manual.

ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE WIDTH

(FIGURE 9)

After adjustments and before use make sure all at-

taching hardware is securely tightened.

WARNING

The following procedure must be performed only

by an authorized Invacare Dealer or Qualified Tech-

nician.

1. Determinetherearwheelpositionforthedesiredseat-

to-floor height. Refer to CHANGING SEAT-TO-

FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual.

After adjustments and before use make sure all at-

taching hardware is securely tightened.

2. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair.

3. Remove the four (4) hex screws, locknuts and eight

(8)covedwashersthatsecuretheaxlemountingplate

to the wheelchair.

NOTE: Increasing the wheelbase width may prevent

the wheelchair from passing through smaller door

jamsandothertightplaces. Consideraccesstodaily

activities before increasing wheelbase width.

4. Position the axle mounting plate with the mount-

ing holes in the wheelchair frame determined in

STEP 1.

1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair.

2. Loosenthetwo(2)jamnutsthatsecuretheaxlebush-

ing to the axle mounting plate.

NOTE: Allegro Rigid Frame ONLY: To install axle

mounting plate into its' highest or lowest position,

one crossmember will use an axle plate mounting

hole. Install hex screw through the axle plate, coved

washer, wheelchairframeandtherigidcrossmember.

3. Move the axle bushing in or out to the desired posi-

tion.

4. Securely tighten the jam nuts that secure the axle

bushing to the axle mounting plate.

5. Resecure the axle mounting plate to the wheelchair

frame. Refer to FIGURE 10 for correct hardware ori-

entation. Torque to 60-inch pounds.

5. Reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair.

6. RepeatSTEPS1-5 fortheoppositesideofthewheel-

6. Repeat STEPS3-5fortheoppositesideofthewheel-

chair.

NOTE: Make sure the number of threads showing

beyondtheoutsidejamnutistheSAMEforbothrear

wheels. This will help avoid a "3-wheeling" situation.

Locknuts

Washers

Coved Washers

Jam Nuts

Axle

Mounting

Plate

Coved

Washers

Axle Mounting Plate

Hex Screws

Axle Bushing

FIGURE 9 - ADJUSTING THE WHEELBASE WIDTH

FIGURE 10 - ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL HEIGHT

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WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS

PROCEDURE 7

3. Measure the distance between the WHEEL LOCK

SHOE and the REAR WHEEL.

This Procedure includes the following:

Adjusting the Wheel Locks

4. Slide the wheel lock along the wheelchair until the

measurement is between 5/32 and 5/16-inches.

Wheel Lock Extension Handle Installation

Installing/Adjusting the Anti-tippers

5. Tighten the wheel lock to the wheelchair frame.

6. Repeat this procedure for the opposite wheel lock.

WARNING

DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with

thewheellocks.WHEELLOCKSARENOTBRAKES.

7. Engage the wheel locks and push against the

wheelchair to determine if the wheel locks engage

the rear wheels enough to hold the wheelchair.

After adjustments and before use make sure

all attaching hardware is securely tightened.

8. Repeat STEPS 1-7 until the wheel locks engage

the rear wheels enough to hold the wheelchair.

ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCKS (FIGURE 1)

WHEEL LOCK EXTENSION HANDLE

INSTALLATION (FIGURE 2)

NOTE: Before adjusting the wheel locks, make

sure the tires are inflated to the recommended psi

on the sidewall of the tire.

NOTE: Wheel lock extension handles may be

installed on all push or pull type wheel locks

NOT already equipped with swing-up extension

handles.

1. Make sure the wheel lock is disengaged from the

rear wheels.

2. Loosen the socket screws that secure the wheel

locks to the wheelchair frame.

1. Remove the plastic cover on the existing wheel

lock handle, if necessary.

2. Remove the button bolt and locknut that se-

cure the existing wheel lock handle and spacer

to the wheel lock assembly.

Socket Screws

3. Attach the looped end of the elastic cord of the

wheel lock extension handle over the spacer of

the existing wheel lock handle.

Wheel

Lock

4. Reattach the existing wheel lock handle and

spacer onto the wheel lock assembly and se-

cure with the button bolt and locknut.

Wheelchair Frame

NOTE: The elastic cord is made of stretchable

material and may be adjusted to a tight or loose

fit to meet the need of the user.

Wheel

Lock

Shoe

5. Remove the black tip of the wheel lock exten-

sion handle.

6. Push the opposite end of the elastic cord up

and through the slotted hole in the wheel lock

extension handle.

7. Run the elastic cord through the washer and tie

a knot in the elastic cord above the washer.

5/32 to 5/16-inch Gap

Rear Wheel

FIGURE 1 - ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCKS

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PROCEDURE 7

WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS

8. Pull the elastic cord back down into the wheel 2. Adjust the anti-tippers. Refer to ADJUSTING THE

lock extension handle.

ANTI-TIPPERS in this section of the manual.

9. Reinstall the black rubber tip onto the wheel lock

extension handle.

10. Slide the wheel lock extension handle over the

existing wheel lock handle.

Knot

Black

Tip

Elastic

Cord

Spacer

Washer

Anti-tipper

Wheelchair

Wheel Lock

Extension

Handle

Frame

Locking Pins

Button

Bolt

Release Buttons

Existing

Wheel Lock

Handle

FIGURE 3 - INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIPPERS

Adjusting the Anti-Tippers (FIGURE 4)

Locknut

Wheel

Lock

1. Press the spring button on the wheeled portion

of the anti-tipper and slide it up or down to

achieve a 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance.

FIGURE 2 - WHEEL LOCK EXTENSION

HANDLE INSTALLATION

2. Check to make sure that the spring buttons are

fully engaged in adjustment holes.

INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE ANTI-TIPPERS

WARNING

Anti-tippers MUST be fully engaged and spring

buttons fully protruding out of adjustment holes

BEFORE using the wheelchair.

Spring Button

Make sure the anti-tipper wheels are pointing to-

wards the ground/floor BEFORE using the wheel-

chair.

1-1/2 to 2-inch

Clearance

Installing the Anti-Tippers (FIGURE 3)

FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING THE ANTI-TIPPERS

1. Press the release buttons IN and insert the anti-

tippers with the anti-tipper wheels pointing toward

the ground/floor into the wheelchair frame until the

two (2) locking pins are secured in place.

NOTE: a 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between the

bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/

floor MUST be maintained at all times.

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RECLINER

PROCEDURE 8

This Procedure Includes the Following:

WARNING

ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining

or inclining (reverse recline) the wheelchair.

Recliner Operation

Adjusting the Recliner Cables

Replacing the Recliner Cables

Replacing the Gas Cylinders

Adjusting the Gas Cylinders

When returning the occupant of the wheelchair to

the full upright position, more body strength will be

required for approximately the last twenty (20) de-

grees of incline (reverse recline). Make sure to use

proper body mechanics (use your legs) or seek as-

sistance to avoid injury.

NOTE: refer to the procedure indicated if any of the

following procedures are required:

Before using the recliner option, make sure the

anti-tipper wheel assemblies are in the lowest

adjustment hole (adjustment hole closest to the

ground/floor.)

WARNING

Theseatheight, seatdepth, backangle, seatingsys-

tem, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as

the user condition directly relate to the stability of

the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any com-

bination of the seven (7) may cause the wheelchair

to decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST

be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified

technician.

NEVER use the rear two (2) recliner bracket

mounting holes when using the recliner option.

Using the rear two (2) recliner bracket mount-

ing holes WILL make the wheelchair less stable,

possibly causing injury.

REPLACEMENT/ADJUSTMENT

PROCEDURE

x x

u Folding/UnfoldingtheWheelchair Safety/Handling

u Replacing Back/Headrest Upholstery

u Adjusting the Back Height

u Repositioning the Back

(Changing Seat Depth)

u Repositioning Back For 2 or 3-inch

Seat Cushion

u Replacing Folding Push Handle

u Replacing the Seat Upholstery

u Changing/RepositioningSeatRails

u Repositioning the Crossbraces

u Changing Seat Width

NEVER use the

rear two (2)

Recliner Bracket

Mounting Holes

WARNING

Before using ANY recline position of this wheel-

chair, make sure the rear wheels are in the MOST

REARWARD position to maintain the stability of

the wheelchair. Do not change the handling/ma-

neuverability of the wheelchair by moving the rear

wheels to ANY of the forward positions. Moving

the rear wheels to ANY of the forward positions

WILL change the center of gravity of the wheel-

chair, making the wheelchair less stable.

RECLINEROPERATION(FIGURES1AND2)

WARNING

Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and ad-

justed properly BEFORE using recliner. DO NOT

operate the recliner option if only one (1) of the gas

cylinders is operational or adjusted properly.

ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable

in the FULL RECLINED (back at 170^o) position AND

the FULL UPRIGHT (back at 90^o) position BEFORE

using the recliner option.

FIGURE 1 - WARNINGS

1. Make sure the wheelchair is on a level surface.

2. Engage the wheel locks.

Make sure the patient is properly positioned in the

wheelchair before reclining or inclining (reverse re-

cline) to maintain maximum stability and safety. Re-

fertotheSAFETY/HANDLINGsectionofthismanual.

3. Inform the occupant of the wheelchair that the wheel-

chair is about to be reclined.

4. Stand behind the wheelchair and grasp both back

canesfirmly.

ALWAYS use the seat restraint.

5. Pull up on the handles of the recliner cable assem-

blies to release the gas cylinders.

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RECLINER

6. SLOWLY, squeeze the handles of the recliner cable 7. Unscrew the fitting end of the existing recliner cable

assemblies and allow the back to recline to the de-

siredangle.

from the trigger release lever.

8. Unscrew the cable locking nut that secures the exist-

ing recliner cable to the actuator housing.

7. Whenthebackreachesdesiredangle, slowlyrelease

the handles of the recliner cable assemblies.

9. Removetheendoftheexistingreclinercablefromthe

actuator.

8. To return the back to the full upright position, reverse

the above steps keeping in mind proper body me-

chanics.

10. Remove the existing recliner cable from the wheel-

chair.

Installing New Recliner Cables

1. Screw the new recliner cable into the trigger release

lever until the fitting end of the cable is flush with the

inside of the handle. Refer to DETAIL "A".

Trigger

Release

Lever

2. Reinstall the locknut into the trigger release lever, if

necessary.

NOTE: Refer to DETAIL "A" for STEPS 3-6.

3. Install the end of the new recliner cable into the slot in

the trigger release lever.

4. Screwthecablelockingcollarontothetriggerrelease

leveruntilthecollarbottomsoutonthetriggerrelease

lever.

FIGURE 2 - RECLINER OPERATION

ADJUSTINGTHERECLINERCABLES

DETAIL "A"

Trigger

Release

NOTE: Refer to ADJUSTING THE GAS CYLINDERS

in this section of the manual.

Recliner

Lever

Cable

REPLACINGTHERECLINERCABLES

(FIGURE 3)

Fitting End

Cable

Locking

Nut

Cable Locking Collar

NOTE: For ease of assembly, replace one (1) recliner

cable at a time.

Phillips

Bolt

Removing Existing Recliner Cables

1. While holding the locknut in the trigger release lever,

remove the phillips bolt that secures the handle to the

backcane.

Back Cane

Tie

Wraps

2. Removethetriggerreleaseleverfromthebackcane.

Locknut

3. Cutthetiewrapsthatsecuretheexistingreclinercable

to the back cane.

Actuator

Housing

NOTE: Refer to DETAIL "A" for STEPS 4-7.

4. Loosenthecablelockingnutthatsecurestheexisting

recliner cable to the trigger release lever.

Cable

Locking

Nut

5. Unscrew the cable locking collar that secures the ex-

isting recliner cable to the trigger release lever.

6. Removetheendoftheexistingreclinercablefromthe

slot in the trigger release lever.

FIGURE 3 - REPLACING THE RECLINER CABLES

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RECLINER

PROCEDURE 8

5. Whileholdingthecablelockingcollarandlockingnut, 5. Finger tighten jam nut on the new gas cylinder until it

tighten the cable locking nut against the cable locking

collar.

bottoms out on the cylinder rod.

WARNING

6. Repositionthetriggerreleaseleveronthebackcane. Screw the rod of the gas cylinder into the actua-

tor housing ONLY until the actuator is pointing

straight out of the actuator housing.

7. Secure the trigger release lever to the back cane with

the phillips bolt and locknut.

MUST LOOK

LIKE THIS

TOO LOW

TOO HIGH

CAUTION

DO NOT over tighten the new cable into the actua-

tor housing. Damage to the actuator housing can

occur.

8. Screw the end of the new recliner cable into the ac-

tuator housing until new cable is tightened securely.

9. Install the end of the new recliner cable onto the ac-

tuator.

NOTE:Makesurethenewreclinercableispositioned

in the slot in the actuator.

Actuator Housing

Actuator

Screwing the rod of the gas cylinder too far into

the actuator housing will activate the gas cylin-

ders providing NO support for the back, result-

ing in possible injury to the user and/or assis-

tant.

10. Resecure the recliner cable to the back cane with tie

wraps.

11. Repeat REMOVING EXISTING RECLINER

CABLES and INSTALLING NEW RECLINER

CABLESfortheoppositereclinercable, ifnecessary.

6. Screw the cylinder rod of the new gas cylinder

into the actuator housing only until the actuator

is straight in the actuator housing. Refer to the

above WARNING.

12. Test the operation of the gas cylinders. Refer to AD-

JUSTING THE GAS CYLINDERS in this section of

themanual.

REPLACINGTHEGASCYLINDERS(FIGURE4)

Actuator Housing

WARNING

Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and ad-

justedproperlyBEFOREusingtherecliner. DONOT

operate the recliner if only one (1) of the gas cylin-

ders is operational or adjusted properly.

Cylinder Rod

1. Loosen the jam nut on the rod of the existing gas

cylinder that secures the gas cylinder to the actuator

housing.

Jam Nut

(STEPS 1, 5, 7)

2. Removethesocketbolt, washer, spacersandlocknut

that secure the bottom of the existing gas cylinder to

the recliner brackets.

Gas Cylinder

3. Perform one (1) of the following:

Locknut

(STEPS 2, 9)

Spacers (STEP 2)

A. Replacingbothgascylinders-RepeatSTEPS1-

2 for the opposite gas cylinder.

B. Replacingone(1)gascylinder-Reclinetheback

to 170^oand Repeat STEP 2 only for the opposite

gascylinder.

Washer

(STEPS 2, 9)

Socket Bolt

(STEPS 2, 9)

Recliner

Brackets

4. Unscrew the existing gas cylinder from the actuator

housing and remove the existing gas cylinder from

thewheelchair.

FIGURE 4 - REPLACING THE GAS CYLINDERS

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PROCEDURE 8

RECLINER

7. Tighten the jam nut on the rod of the new gas cylin-

derthatsecuresthegascylindertotheactuatorhous-

ing.

✪ COUNTERCLOCKWISE-Turningthecable

adjusting nut counterclockwise will loosen

the recliner cable.

8. Line up the mounting holes of the gas cylinder and

the bracket of the back cane.

NOTE: If the recliner cable is too loose,

the gas cylinders will not work.

9. Reinstall the socket bolt through the recliner brack-

ets, nylonwasher, gascylinder, nylonwasher, mount-

ing bracket and washer and tighten securely with

the existing locknut.

C. While holding the cable adjusting nut in

place, tighten the cable locking nut against

the cable adjusting nut.

D. Repeat STEP 1.

10. Perform one of the following:

E. Repeat STEP 2 until the LEFT side of the

back DOES NOT recline.

A. Replacing both gas cylinders - Repeat STEPS

4-9 for the opposite gas cylinder.

3. To adjust the RIGHT gas cylinder:

Repeat STEPS 1 and 2 for the LEFT handle of

the recliner cable.

B. Replacing one (1) gas cylinder - Repeat STEPS

8-9 only for the opposite gas cylinder.

11. Squeeze the handles to extend the new gas

cylinder(s).

12. Adjust the new gas cylinders. Refer to ADJUSTING

THEGASCYLINDERSinthissectionofthemanual.

ADJUSTING THE GAS CYLINDERS (FIGURE 5)

WARNING

Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and ad-

justedproperlyBEFOREusingtherecliner. DONOT

operate the recliner if only one (1) of the gas cylin-

ders is operational or adjusted properly.

Trigger

Release

Lever

1. To adjust the LEFT gas cylinder:

Cable

Squeeze the trigger release lever of the RIGHT re-

cliner cable assembly and try to recline the back.

The back should not recline.

Locking Nut

Cable

Adjusting

Nut

2. Ifthe LEFTsideofthebackreleaseswithoutsqueez-

ing the handle of the LEFT recliner cable assembly,

perform the following steps:

A. Loosen the cable locking nut that secures the

cable adjusting nut in place.

DETAIL "B"

B. Turn the cable adjusting nut one (1) of two (2)

ways:

MUST LOOK

LIKE THIS

TOO LOW

TOO HIGH

WARNING

DO NOT over tighten the adjusting nut on

the recliner cable. Over tightening the ad-

justing nut on the recliner cable WILL actu-

atethegascylinder, possiblycausinginjury.

✪ CLOCKWISE - Turning the cable adjusting

nut clockwise will tighten the recliner cable.

DO NOT overtighten the cable adjusting nut.

Turn the cable adjusting nut clockwise until

actuator looks like DETAIL "B".

Actuator

Actuator Housing

FIGURE 5 - ADJUSTING THE GAS CYLINDERS

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SEAT-TO-FLOOR

PROCEDURE 9

Front Seat-to Floor Height (FIGURE 2)

This Procedure includes the following:

Seat-To-Floor Height Determination

Changing Seat-To-Floor Height

NOTE: The front seat-to-floor heights are ap-

proximate to +1/4-inch.

Front seat-to-floor height is determined by measur-

ing the distance between the front of the seat up-

holstery and the ground/floor.

Axle Mounting Plate Positions for 20, 22 or

24-inch Rear Wheels

Inline Caster Headtube Front Seat-to-Floor

Heights

NOTE: For Folding and Rigid Frames w/o seat rails,

subtract 1-3/4-inches from S-T-F listed below. This

will give distance from top of side frame to floor.

Offset Caster Headtube Front Seat-to-Floor

Heights

WARNING

Theseatheight, seatdepth, backangle, seatingsys-

tem, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as

the user condition directly relate to the stability of

the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any com-

bination of the seven (7) may cause the wheelchair

to decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST

be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified

technician.

Front

Seat-to-Floor

After adjustments and before use make sure all at-

taching hardware is securely tightened.

FIGURE 2 - FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

DETERMINATION

SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT DETERMINATION

Rear Seat-to-floor Height (FIGURE 1)

Seat Dump

The rear seat-to-floor height measurement in com-

bination with the front seat-to-floor height mea-

surement determine the amount of seat dump the

wheelchair will have.

Rear seat-to-floor height is determined by measuring the

distance between the rear of the seat upholstery and the

ground/floor.

NOTE: The rear seat-to-floor heights are based on

pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free in-

serts. If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires,

subtract 1/4-inch from the measurements listed on

the following pages. All heights are approximate to

+1/4-inch due to tire wear and air pressure.

For Example:

An 18-1/4-inch front seat-to-floor height measurement

MINUS

a 17-inch rear seat-to-floor height measurement

EQUALS

NOTE: For Folding and Rigid Frames w/o seat rails,

subtract 1-3/4-inches from S-T-F listed below. This

will give distance from top of side frame to floor.

1-1/4-inches of seat dump

NOTE: Invacare recommends that the rear seat-to-

floor height be AT LEAST 3/8-inch shorter than the

front seat-to-floor height. Otherwise a forward seat

dump can occur.

Rear

Seat-to-Floor

FIGURE 1 - REAR SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

DETERMINATION

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PROCEDURE 9

SEAT-TO-FLOOR

Afterdeterminingfrontcasterheadtubepositionandseat-

to-floor height desired, refer to CASTER HEADTUBE

MOUNTINGADJUSTMENTSinPROCEDURE5ofthis

manual to reposition the caster headtube on the wheel-

chair frame.

CHANGING SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

Rear Seat-to-Floor Height

WARNING

NEVER use the Standard Multi-Position or Offset

Multi-Position axle plates with the recliner option.

Using the Standard Multi-Position or Offset Multi-

Position axle plates WILL reduce the stability of

the wheelchair, causing injury to the user and/or

assistant(s).

POSITIONING FRONT CASTER ON THE FORK. The

following caster positions apply to any of the caster sizes.

After determining caster size and positioning, refer to

REPLACING/REPOSITIONING/INSTALLING FRONT

CASTER ASSEMBLIES in PROCEDURE 5 of this

manual to reposition the caster on the fork.

Thefollowingaxlemountingpositionsforrearseat-to-floor

height apply to ANY of the axle mounting plates.

Afterdeterminingforksize, refertoREPLACINGFRONT

FORK in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual to replace front

forks if necessary.

After determining axle mounting plate placement for nec-

essary rear seat-to-floor height, refer to ADJUSTING

REARWHEELHEIGHTinPROCEDURE6ofthismanual

torepositiontheaxlemountingplates.

NOTE:Thefollowingfrontseat-to-floorheightsshown

arethemostcommonfrontseat-to-floorheightsavail-

able.

NOTE:Thefollowingrearseat-to-floorheightsshown

arethemostcommonrearseat-to-floorheightsavail-

able.

Below is a quick reference chart to determine obtainable

front seat-to-floor heights with front caster and fork com-

binations. Refer to the following pages for exact posi-

tioning for desired front seat-to-floor height.

STANDARD MULTI-POSITION AXLE PLATE

EXTENDED MULTI-POSITION AXLE PLATE

NOTE: For Folding and Rigid Frames w/o seat rails,

subtract 1-3/4-inches from S-T-F listed below. This

will give distance from top of side frame to floor.

FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHTS (in inches)

FRONT CASTER SIZE (in inches)

FORK STYLE

3-INCH FORK

15,

16,

N/A

16-1/4

17-1/4

OFFSET MULTI-POSITION AXLE PLATE -

(WILL ADD OR SUBTRACT 1-INCH TO THE

REAR SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT)

3-INCH FORK

16,

17,

18-1/4

N/A

(1-INCH SPACER) 17-1/4

3-INCH FORK 17,

(2-INCH SPACER) 18-1/4

18,

19-1/4

5-INCH FORK

16-1/2

17-3/4

17-1/2

Front Seat-to-Floor Height

18-3/4 19-1/4

18-1/2 19

19-3/4 20-1/4

16-1/2 17

17-1/4 17-1/4

17-3/4

18-1/2

POSITIONING CASTER HEADTUBES ON THE

WHEELCHAIR FRAME. The following caster

headtube positions apply to any size caster. Caster

headtube position on the wheelchair frame apply to

caster headtubes mounted in ANY of the following po-

sitions: Inside/outside of the wheelchair frame or lead-

ing/trailing.

5-INCH FORK

(1-INCH SPACER) 18-3/4

17-1/2

6-INCH FORK

8-INCH FORK

16-1/4

17-1/2

18-1/4

19-1/4 19-3/4

Refer to CASTER HEADTUBE MOUNTING ADJUST-

MENTS in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual for more

information on mounting the front casters on the in-

side/outside of the wheelchair frame and leading/trail-

ing positions.

N/A

N/A N/A

18-3/4

21-1/4

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PROCEDURE 9

AXLE MOUNTING PLATE POSITIONS FOR 20, 22 or 24-INCH REAR WHEELS

Refer to the following figures to determine the obtainable rear seat-to-floor height for 20, 22 or 24-inch rear

wheels:

NOTE: The rear seat-to-floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat

free inserts. If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/4-inch from the measure-

ments listed below. All heights are approximate to +1/4-inch due to tire wear and air pressure.

NOTE: The following charts are shown with non-recliner back hardware only for clarity. The axle

mounting positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs.

REAR

WHEEL

SIZE

REAR

SEAT-TO-

FLOOR HEIGHT

AXLE PLATE POSITION

REAR

WHEEL

SIZE

REAR

SEAT-TO-

FLOOR HEIGHT

15-1/2-INCHES

16-1/2-INCHES

17-1/4-INCHES

14-3/4-INCHES

15-3/4-INCHES

16-1/2-INCHES

AXLE PLATE POSITION

REAR

WHEEL

SIZE

REAR

SEAT-TO-

FLOOR HEIGHT

AXLE PLATE POSITION

REAR

WHEEL

SIZE

REAR

SEAT-TO-

FLOOR HEIGHT

16-INCHES

17-INCHES

16-3/4-INCHES

17-3/4-INCHES

18-1/2-INCHES

17-3/4-INCHES

AXLE PLATE POSITION

REAR

WHEEL

SIZE

REAR

SEAT-TO-

FLOOR HEIGHT

REAR

WHEEL

SIZE

REAR

SEAT-TO-

FLOOR HEIGHT

17-1/4-INCHES

18-1/4-INCHES

19-INCHES

18-INCHES

19-INCHES

19-3/4-INCHES

AXLE PLATE POSITION

REAR

WHEEL

SIZE

REAR

SEAT-TO-

FLOOR HEIGHT

REAR

WHEEL

SIZE

REAR

SEAT-TO-

FLOOR HEIGHT

18-1/2-INCHES

19-1/2-INCHES

20-1/4-INCHES

19-1/4-INCHES

20-1/4-INCHES

21-INCHES

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SEAT-TO-FLOOR

INLINE CASTER HEADTUBE FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHTS

Refer to the following figures to determine the obtainable front seat-to-floor (S-T-F) height for Inline Caster Headtubes

with 3, 5, 6 or 8-inch casters:

NOTE: All measurements are in inches. The front seat-to-floor heights are approximate to +1/4-inch.

LOWER

FRAME

MOUNTING

HOLES

UPPER

FRAME

MOUNTING

HOLES

UPPER

FRAME

MOUNTING

HOLES

LOWER

FRAME

MOUNTING

HOLES

INLINE

CASTER

HEADTUBE

6-INCH FORK-POSITION 1

3-INCH FORK

FRONT

S-T-F

N/A

CASTER

SIZE

FRONT

S-T-F

16-1/4

17-1/4

N/A

FRONT

S-T-F

16-1/2

CASTER

SIZE

FRONT

S-T-F

17-3/4

18-1/4

N/A

6 OR 8

N/A

3 OR 8

6-INCH FORK-POSITION 2

✪✪3-INCH FORK w/1-INCH SPACER

FRONT

S-T-F

N/A

CASTER

SIZE

FRONT

S-T-F

17-1/4

18-1/4

N/A

FRONT

S-T-F

16-1/4

17-1/4

17-3/4

N/A

CASTER

SIZE

FRONT

S-T-F

17-1/2

18-1/2

6 OR 8

N/A

✪✪3-INCH FORK w/2-INCH SPACER

6-INCH FORK-POSITION 3

FRONT

S-T-F

N/A

CASTER

SIZE

FRONT

S-T-F

18-1/4

19-1/4

N/A

FRONT

S-T-F

18-1/2

N/A

CASTER

SIZE

FRONT

S-T-F

18-1/4

19-1/4

19-3/4

N/A

6 OR 8

5-INCH FORK

8-INCH FORK-POSITION 1

FRONT

S-T-F

16-1/2

17-1/2

CASTER

SIZE

FRONT

S-T-F

17-3/4

18-3/4

19-1/4

N/A

FRONT

S-T-F

N/A

CASTER

SIZE

3, 5 OR 6

FRONT

S-T-F

N/A

18-3/4

N/A

✪✪5-INCH FORK w/1-INCH SPACER

8-INCH FORK-POSITION 2

FRONT

S-T-F

17-1/2

18-1/2

CASTER

SIZE

FRONT

S-T-F

18-3/4

19-3/4

20-1/4

N/A

FRONT

S-T-F

N/A

CASTER

SIZE

3, 5 OR 6

FRONT

S-T-F

N/A

21-1/4

N/A

✪ Using a spacer with a fork to achieve higher seat-to-floor heights will maintain a tighter turn-

ing radius than a larger fork.

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PROCEDURE 9

OFFSET CASTER HEADTUBE FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHTS

Refer to the following figures to determine the obtainable front seat-to-floor (S-T-F) height for Offset Caster Headtubes

with 3, 5, 6 or 8-inch casters:

NOTE: All measurements are in inches. The front seat-to-floor heights are approximate to +1/4-inch.

UPPER

FRAME

MOUNTING

HOLES

LOWERFRAME

MOUNTING

HOLES

OFFSET

CASTER

HEADTUBE

6-INCH FORK-POSITION 1

FRONT

S-T-F

CASTER

SIZE

FRONT

S-T-F

16-1/2

N/A

17-3/4

18-1/4

N/A

3 OR 8

6-INCH FORK-POSITION 2

FRONT

S-T-F

CASTER

SIZE

FRONT

S-T-F

16-1/4

17-1/4

17-3/4

N/A

17-1/2

18-1/2

N/A

6-INCH FORK-POSITION 3

FRONT

S-T-F

CASTER

SIZE

FRONT

S-T-F

18-1/2

N/A

18-1/4

19-1/4

19-3/4

N/A

8-INCH FORK-POSITION 1

FRONT

S-T-F

CASTER

SIZE

FRONT

S-T-F

N/A

✪✪18-3/4

3, 5 OR 6

N/A

8-INCH FORK-POSITION 2

FRONT

S-T-F

CASTER

SIZE

FRONT

S-T-F

N/A

3, 5 OR 6

N/A

21-1/4

✪✪Mount headtube in leading position only when using 8-inch pneumatics or 8-inch pneumatics

with flat free inserts.

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PROCEDURE 10

SEAT DEPTH

SEAT DEPTH DETERMINATION (FIGURE 1)

This Procedure includes the following:

Seat Depth Determination

Changing Seat Depth

Seat depth is determined by measuring the distance

between the front of the back cane and the front of

the seat rail.

Seat Depth Checklist

Back, Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for

12-inch Seat Depth

Back, Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for

13-inch Seat Depth

Seat Depth

Back, Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for

14-inch Seat Depth

Back, Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for

15-inch Seat Depth

Back, Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for

16-inch Seat Depth

FIGURE 1 - SEAT DEPTH DETERMINATION

CHANGING SEAT DEPTH

Back, Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for

17-inch Seat Depth

Back, Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for

18-inch Seat Depth

WARNING

Below are some terms to help better understand

changing seat depth:

Theseatheight, seatdepth, backangle, seatingsys-

tem, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as

the user condition directly relate to the stability of

the wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any combi-

nation of the seven (7) may cause the wheelchair to

decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST be

performedbyanauthorizeddealerorqualifiedtech-

nician.

SEAT RAIL - Removable portion of crossbrace. One

(1) of three (3) components that determine seat depth.

CROSSBRACE SADDLE - The part of the crossbrace

that the seat rail mounts onto.

GAP - Approximate distance between the end of the

seat rail and the footrest mounting tube.

RECLINERS ONLY: NEVER use the rear two (2)

recliner bracket mounting holes when using the

recliner option. Using the rear two (2) recliner

bracket mounting holes WILL make the wheel-

chair less stable, possibly causing injury.

REAR/FRONT MOUNTING HOLE - Position of the

screw and washer on the underside of the wheelchair

frame. One (1) of three (3) components that deter-

mine seat depth.

NOTE: Use the checklist on the following page

as a guide to changing the seat depth.

After adjustments and before use make sure

all attaching hardware is securely tightened.

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SEAT DEPTH

PROCEDURE 10

SEAT DEPTH CHECKLIST

1. Review the charts on the following pages to determine the proper back, seat rail and crossbrace

position for the desired seat depth.

✪

NOTE: The following seat depths shown are the most common seat depths available.

2. After determining the back position for the necessary seat depth, refer to REPOSITIONING

THE BACK (CHANGING SEAT DEPTH) in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual.

NOTE: Front and rear arm sockets for the conventional arm option (two [2] point attaching

arms) may need repositioning depending on the new back position. Refer to REPOSITION-

ING THE CONVENTIONAL ARMS in PROCEDURE 2 of this manual.

3. After determining the seat rail position for the necessary seat depth, refer to CHANGING/

REPOSITIONING THE SEAT RAILS in PROCEDURE 4 of this manual.

✪

4. After determining the crossbrace position for the necessary seat depth, refer to CHANGING

SEAT WIDTH/REPOSITIONING CROSSBRACES in PROCEDURE 4 of this manual.

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PROCEDURE 10

SEAT DEPTH

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 12-INCH SEAT DEPTH

NOTE: The following charts are shown with non-recliner back hardware only for clarity. The back,

seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs.

WHEELCHAIR DEPTH

BACK POSITION/

OPTIONAL REAR ARM

SOCKET POSITION

SEAT RAIL POSITION

(UNDERSIDE VIEW

OF SEAT RAILS)

CROSSBRACE

POSITION/ OPTIONAL

FRONT ARM SOCKET

POSITION

STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING

FRAMES ONLY

Will create NO gap

Front Arm

Socket

Rear Arm

Socket

LEFT

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

SHORT SEAT

FRAME

(14-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Rear Mounting Hole

Approximate 1-inch gap

Front Arm

Rear Arm

Socket

LEFT

Socket

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

MEDIUM SEAT

FRAME

(16-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Front Mounting Hole

Approximate 3-inch gap

Front Arm

Socket

Rear Arm

Socket

LEFT

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

LONG SEAT

FRAME

RIGHT

(18-INCH)

Rear of Wheelchair

Front Mounting Hole

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SEAT DEPTH

PROCEDURE 10

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 13-INCH SEAT DEPTH

NOTE: The following charts are shown with non-recliner back hardware only for clarity. The back,

seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs.

WHEELCHAIR DEPTH

BACK POSITION/

OPTIONAL REAR ARM

SOCKET POSITION

SEAT RAIL POSITION

(UNDERSIDE VIEW

OF SEAT RAILS)

CROSSBRACE

POSITION/ OPTIONAL

FRONT ARM SOCKET

POSITION

STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING

FRAMES ONLY

Will create NO gap

Front Arm

Socket

Rear Arm

Socket

LEFT

SHORT SEAT

FRAME

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

(14-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Rear Mounting Hole

Will create NO gap

Front Arm

Socket

Rear Arm

Socket

LEFT

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

MEDIUM SEAT

FRAME

(16-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Front Mounting Hole

Approximate 2-inch gap

Front Arm

Socket

Rear Arm

Socket

LEFT

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

LONG SEAT

FRAME

(18-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Front Mounting Hole

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PROCEDURE 10

SEAT DEPTH

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 14-INCH SEAT DEPTH

NOTE: The following charts are shown with non-recliner back hardware only for clarity. The back,

seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs.

WHEELCHAIR DEPTH

BACK POSITION/

OPTIONAL REAR ARM

SOCKET POSITION

SEAT RAIL POSITION

(UNDERSIDE VIEW

OF SEAT RAILS)

CROSSBRACE

POSITION/ OPTIONAL

FRONT ARM SOCKET

POSITION

STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING

FRAMES ONLY

Will create NO gap

Front Arm

Socket

Rear Arm

Socket

LEFT

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

SHORT SEAT

FRAME

(14-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Rear Mounting Hole

Will create NO gap

Front Arm

Socket

Rear Arm

Socket

LEFT

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

MEDIUM SEAT

FRAME

(16-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Front Mounting Hole

Approximate 1-inch gap

Rear Arm

Socket

LEFT

Front Arm

Socket

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

LONG SEAT

FRAME

(18-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Front Mounting Hole

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SEAT DEPTH

PROCEDURE 10

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 15-INCH SEAT DEPTH

NOTE: The following charts are shown with non-recliner back hardware only for clarity. The back,

seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs.

WHEELCHAIR DEPTH

BACK POSITION/

OPTIONAL REAR ARM

SOCKET POSITION

SEAT RAIL POSITION

(UNDERSIDE VIEW

OF SEAT RAILS)

CROSSBRACE

POSITION/ OPTIONAL

FRONT ARM SOCKET

POSITION

STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING

FRAMES ONLY

Will create NO gap

Front Arm

LEFT

Socket

MEDIUM SEAT

FRAME

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

(16-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Rear Mounting Hole

Will create NO gap

Front Arm

LEFT

Socket

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

LONG SEAT

FRAME

(18-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Front Mounting Hole

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PROCEDURE 10

SEAT DEPTH

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 16-INCH SEAT DEPTH

NOTE: The following charts are shown with non-recliner back hardware only for clarity. The back,

seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs.

WHEELCHAIR DEPTH

BACK POSITION/

OPTIONAL REAR ARM

SOCKET POSITION

SEAT RAIL POSITION

(UNDERSIDE VIEW

OF SEAT RAILS)

CROSSBRACE

POSITION/ OPTIONAL

FRONT ARM SOCKET

POSITION

STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING

FRAMES ONLY

Will create NO gap

Front Arm

Rear Arm Socket

LEFT

Socket

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

MEDIUM SEAT

FRAME

(16-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Rear Mounting Hole

Will create NO gap

Front Arm

Rear Arm Socket

LEFT

Socket

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

LONG SEAT

FRAME

(18-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Rear Mounting Hole

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 17-INCH SEAT DEPTH

NOTE: The following charts are shown with non-recliner back hardware only for clarity. The back,

seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs.

WHEELCHAIR DEPTH

BACK POSITION/

OPTIONAL REAR ARM

SOCKET POSITION

SEAT RAIL POSITION

(UNDERSIDE VIEW

OF SEAT RAILS)

CROSSBRACE

POSITION/ OPTIONAL

FRONT ARM SOCKET

POSITION

STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING

FRAMES ONLY

Will create NO gap

Front Arm

Rear Arm Socket

LEFT

Socket

LONG SEAT

FRAME

Crossbrace saddles

mount in darkened holes

(18-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Rear Mounting Hole

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SEAT DEPTH

PROCEDURE 10

BACK, SEAT RAIL AND CROSSBRACE POSITIONS FOR 18-INCH SEAT DEPTH

NOTE: The following charts are shown with non-recliner back hardware only for clarity. The back,

seat rail and crossbrace positions are the same for recliner wheelchairs.

WHEELCHAIR DEPTH

BACK POSITION/

OPTIONAL REAR ARM

SOCKET POSITION

SEAT RAIL POSITION

(UNDERSIDE VIEW

OF SEAT RAILS)

CROSSBRACE

POSITION/ OPTIONAL

FRONT ARM SOCKET

POSITION

STANDARD FOLDING STANDARD FOLDING

FRAMES ONLY

Will create NO gap

Front Arm

Rear Arm Socket

LEFT

Socket

Crossbrace saddles

LONG SEAT

FRAME

mount in darkened holes

(18-INCH)

RIGHT

Rear of Wheelchair

Rear Mounting Hole

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NOTES

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LIMITED WARRANTY

PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL

LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.

This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary

from state to state.

Invacare warrants the side frames and crossmembers to be free from defects in materials and

workmanship for the lifetime of the original purchaser/user. All remaining components are war-

ranted for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase except upholstered materials, pad-

ded materials and tires/wheels. If within such warranty period any such product shall be proven

to be defective, such product shall be repaired or replaced, at Invacare’s option. This warranty

does not include any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair

of any such product. Invacare’s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty

shall be limited to such repair and/or replacement.

For warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare prod-

uct. In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare

at the address on the back cover, provide dealer’s name, address, and the date of purchase,

indicate nature of the defect and, if the product is serialized, indicate the serial number. Do not

return products to our factory without our prior consent.

Limitations and Exclusions: The foregoing warranty shall not apply to serial numbered products

if the serial number has been removed or defaced, products subjected to negligence, accident,

improper operation, maintenance or storage, products modified without Invacare’s express writ-

ten consent including, but not limited to, modification through the use of unauthorized parts or

attachments; products damaged by reason of repairs made to any component without the spe-

cific consent of Invacare, or to a product damaged by circumstances beyond Invacare’s control,

and such evaluation will be solely determined by Invacare. The warranty shall not apply to prob-

lems arising from normal wear or failure to adhere to the following instructions.

THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRAN-

TIES. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, IF ANY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT-

ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DU-

RATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN AND THE REMEDY FOR VIOLA-

TIONS OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE

DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN. INVACARE SHALL NOT

BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.

THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND RE-

QUIREMENTS.

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Invacare Corporation

www.invacare.com

One Invacare Way

Elyria, Ohio USA

44036-2125

Technical Support

800-832-4707

Invacare is a registered trademark of Invacare Corporation

800-333-6900

Form No. 96-100 P/N 1061057 Rev.D (1) - 11/99

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