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BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair User Manual EN This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair User Manual EN This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
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Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. WD-40 is a registered trademark of the WD-40 Company. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 2 Part No 1154295 Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of Loctite Corporation. © 2010 Invacare Corporation. All rights reserved. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to...
Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. WD-40 is a registered trademark of the WD-40 Company. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 2 Part No 1154295 Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of Loctite Corporation. © 2010 Invacare Corporation. All rights reserved. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to...
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... ...7 Limited Warranty ...8 2 OVERVIEW ...9 Label Locations...9 Component Identification ...11 Typical Product Parameters ...12 3 SAFETY ...15 General Guidelines ...15 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...24 Transferring To and From Other Seats...30 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ...31 Safety Inspection Checklists ...31 Troubleshooting - Mechanical ...33 5 TRANSPORTING ...34 Transporting...34... Installing/Removing Footrests ...38 Adjusting Footrest Height...39 Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplate Hinge...41 Part No 1154295 3 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
... ...7 Limited Warranty ...8 2 OVERVIEW ...9 Label Locations...9 Component Identification ...11 Typical Product Parameters ...12 3 SAFETY ...15 General Guidelines ...15 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...24 Transferring To and From Other Seats...30 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ...31 Safety Inspection Checklists ...31 Troubleshooting - Mechanical ...33 5 TRANSPORTING ...34 Transporting...34... Installing/Removing Footrests ...38 Adjusting Footrest Height...39 Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplate Hinge...41 Part No 1154295 3 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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... Back Assembly ...67 Adjusting the Height of the Adjustable Height Back Canes...68 Adjusting the Back Angle ...68 Installing/Removing Non-Adjustable Stroller Handles ...71 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 4 Part No 1154295
... Back Assembly ...67 Adjusting the Height of the Adjustable Height Back Canes...68 Adjusting the Back Angle ...68 Installing/Removing Non-Adjustable Stroller Handles ...71 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 4 Part No 1154295
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... ...91 Operating Hublocks ...95 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers...97 14 RECLINER BACK OPTION ...98 Recliner Operation...98 Replacing Back/Headrest Upholstery...100 Part No 1154295 5 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
... ...91 Operating Hublocks ...95 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers...97 14 RECLINER BACK OPTION ...98 Recliner Operation...98 Replacing Back/Headrest Upholstery...100 Part No 1154295 5 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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CONTENTS 15 CONTRACTURE FOOT ASSEMBLY ...102 Adjusting the Angle of the Contracture Assembly ...102 Adjusting the Angle of the Bilateral Contracture Footplate...103 Depth Adjustment ...105 Contracture Footplate Height Adjustment ...106 Contracture Assembly Width Adjustment...107 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION ...110 About Transport Ready Packages...111 Compliance Information...111 Specifications ...111 Securing the Wheelchair to the Vehicle...112 Securing the Occupant ...116 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 6 Part No 1154295
CONTENTS 15 CONTRACTURE FOOT ASSEMBLY ...102 Adjusting the Angle of the Contracture Assembly ...102 Adjusting the Angle of the Bilateral Contracture Footplate...103 Depth Adjustment ...105 Contracture Footplate Height Adjustment ...106 Contracture Assembly Width Adjustment...107 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION ...110 About Transport Ready Packages...111 Compliance Information...111 Specifications ...111 Securing the Wheelchair to the Vehicle...112 Securing the Occupant ...116 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 6 Part No 1154295
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... that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided. See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. Part No 1154295 7 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for definitions of the signal words. ƽ DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided...
... that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided. See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. Part No 1154295 7 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for definitions of the signal words. ƽ DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided...
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... new and unused from defects in materials and workmanship for the seat cushion (which vary from state to be proven to Invacare at Invacare's option, with refurbished or new parts. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO..., at the address on the back cover, provide dealer's name, address, date of purchase, indicate nature of this warranty - Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 8 Part No 1154295 This warranty is serialized, indicate the serial number. Product repairs shall not extend this product. THE MANUFACTURER SHALL...
... new and unused from defects in materials and workmanship for the seat cushion (which vary from state to be proven to Invacare at Invacare's option, with refurbished or new parts. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO..., at the address on the back cover, provide dealer's name, address, date of purchase, indicate nature of this warranty - Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 8 Part No 1154295 This warranty is serialized, indicate the serial number. Product repairs shall not extend this product. THE MANUFACTURER SHALL...
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P/N 1120033 REV B - 08/05 Part No 1154295 2 OVERVIEW Wheelchairs with Transport Ready Option Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 10 Refer to attached TRANSPORT READY OPTION Instruction Card and wheelchair Owner's Manual before use.
P/N 1120033 REV B - 08/05 Part No 1154295 2 OVERVIEW Wheelchairs with Transport Ready Option Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 10 Refer to attached TRANSPORT READY OPTION Instruction Card and wheelchair Owner's Manual before use.
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2.2 Component Identification Push Handle Rear Wheel Axle Rear Wheel Wheel Lock 2 OVERVIEW Seating System Armrest Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame Footplate Front Caster Part No 1154295 11 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
2.2 Component Identification Push Handle Rear Wheel Axle Rear Wheel Wheel Lock 2 OVERVIEW Seating System Armrest Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame Footplate Front Caster Part No 1154295 11 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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... Dual Point-Flip Back Cantilever Arms, Desk or Full Non Locking Cantilever arms Optional Black Optional 90° to 50° of Tilt 13 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Full Length Adjustable Height - Desk Length Dual Point Fixed Height - Adjustable Height Dual Point Fixed Height - Adjustable Height Dual Point Fixed Height - ARMRESTS: SEAT...
... Dual Point-Flip Back Cantilever Arms, Desk or Full Non Locking Cantilever arms Optional Black Optional 90° to 50° of Tilt 13 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Full Length Adjustable Height - Desk Length Dual Point Fixed Height - Adjustable Height Dual Point Fixed Height - Adjustable Height Dual Point Fixed Height - ARMRESTS: SEAT...
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...SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Extra caution MUST be attached at all parts for use with Invacare accessories. Part No 1154295 15 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 3 Safety 3 SAFETY The safety section contains important information for the safe operation and use..., dealer or technical personnel before using. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are not recommended for shipping damage and test before attempting to use . ALWAYS use in conjunction with Invacare products. Contact Invacare/Carrier for use anti-tippers. In case of protection...
...SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Extra caution MUST be attached at all parts for use with Invacare accessories. Part No 1154295 15 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 3 Safety 3 SAFETY The safety section contains important information for the safe operation and use..., dealer or technical personnel before using. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are not recommended for shipping damage and test before attempting to use . ALWAYS use in conjunction with Invacare products. Contact Invacare/Carrier for use anti-tippers. In case of protection...
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... and transferring activities in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before operating the wheelchair. Pinch point may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 16 Part No 1154295 Make sure the hands and body of the occupant, attendants...
... and transferring activities in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before operating the wheelchair. Pinch point may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 16 Part No 1154295 Make sure the hands and body of the occupant, attendants...
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... is a feature of this warning may occur. When learning a new assistance technique, have an experienced assistant help you before using the wheelchair. Part No 1154295 17 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair If the wheelchair is in the anterior (forward) tilt position (frame stops in injury to the user or bystanders. Information for the use , ensure...
... is a feature of this warning may occur. When learning a new assistance technique, have an experienced assistant help you before using the wheelchair. Part No 1154295 17 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair If the wheelchair is in the anterior (forward) tilt position (frame stops in injury to the user or bystanders. Information for the use , ensure...
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...DO NOT attempt to ride over and cause bodily harm to you or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT attempt to stop the wheelchair while on an incline. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 18 Part No 1154295 DO NOT use the spreader bar or stroller handles for lifting ...or transporting the wheelchair. Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or slopes slowly to move up or down an ...
...DO NOT attempt to ride over and cause bodily harm to you or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT attempt to stop the wheelchair while on an incline. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 18 Part No 1154295 DO NOT use the spreader bar or stroller handles for lifting ...or transporting the wheelchair. Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or slopes slowly to move up or down an ...
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... stress loads such as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. If signs of a fall from a wheelchair. Stability - Any change to decrease in -space Part No 1154295 19 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is an option on this equipment by a qualified technician. The seat positioning strap...
... stress loads such as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. If signs of a fall from a wheelchair. Stability - Any change to decrease in -space Part No 1154295 19 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is an option on this equipment by a qualified technician. The seat positioning strap...
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... SIZE WHEEL POSITION USER CONDITION SEAT HEIGHT • X X X X X X X X N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A X • X X N/A X X X X N/A N/A N/A X X X X • X X X X X X N/A N/A N/A X X X X X • X X X X X X N/A N/A X X N/A N/A X N/A • N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A X N/A X N/A X N/A N/A • X X X N/A X X X N/A X N/A X N/A N/A X • X X N/A X X X N/A X N/A X N/A N/A X X • X N/A X X X N/A X N/A X N/A N/A X X X • N/A X X X N/A X X X X X X X X X • N/A N/A N/A N/A X N/A X X X X X X X N/A X X X N/A Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 20 Part No 1154295
... SIZE WHEEL POSITION USER CONDITION SEAT HEIGHT • X X X X X X X X N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A X • X X N/A X X X X N/A N/A N/A X X X X • X X X X X X N/A N/A N/A X X X X X • X X X X X X N/A N/A X X N/A N/A X N/A • N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A X N/A X N/A X N/A N/A • X X X N/A X X X N/A X N/A X N/A N/A X • X X N/A X X X N/A X N/A X N/A N/A X X • X N/A X X X N/A X N/A X N/A N/A X X X • N/A X X X N/A X X X X X X X X X • N/A N/A N/A N/A X N/A X X X X X X X N/A X X X N/A Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 20 Part No 1154295
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... is stable both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (sitting up ) to maintain maximum stability and safety. Test wheelchair before reclining or inclining (sitting up ) the wheelchair. Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and adjusted properly before using. 3 SAFETY Stability - Stability - Moving the ...one of tilt-in-space or moving the rear wheel axle mounting brackets to ensure safety. Part No 1154295 21 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair ALWAYS make sure the rear wheel axle mounting brackets are in the axle mounting plate to decrease in the full ...
... is stable both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (sitting up ) to maintain maximum stability and safety. Test wheelchair before reclining or inclining (sitting up ) the wheelchair. Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and adjusted properly before using. 3 SAFETY Stability - Stability - Moving the ...one of tilt-in-space or moving the rear wheel axle mounting brackets to ensure safety. Part No 1154295 21 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair ALWAYS make sure the rear wheel axle mounting brackets are in the axle mounting plate to decrease in the full ...
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... in this date, the Department of any type. As of 114 to 209 lbs. Part No 1154295 23 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 3 SAFETY Wheel Locks ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with TRRO and TRBKTS for the purposes described in this manual. Engaging the wheel locks may be wet or...
... in this date, the Department of any type. As of 114 to 209 lbs. Part No 1154295 23 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 3 SAFETY Wheel Locks ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with TRRO and TRBKTS for the purposes described in this manual. Engaging the wheel locks may be wet or...
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... safe techniques until you DO NOT move beyond the center of the wheelchair user as well as a "basic" guide. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for all. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 24 Part No 1154295 It is important to remain upright and stable... serious bodily injury to the user and passenger and damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property. 3 SAFETY Wheelchair User ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many . Use this manual are discussed on the center of...
... safe techniques until you DO NOT move beyond the center of the wheelchair user as well as a "basic" guide. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for all. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 24 Part No 1154295 It is important to remain upright and stable... serious bodily injury to the user and passenger and damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property. 3 SAFETY Wheelchair User ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many . Use this manual are discussed on the center of...