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.... WD-40 is a registered trademark of the WD-40 Company. Teflon is a registered trademark of E.I. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 2 Part No 1154295 All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. Loctite is...
.... WD-40 is a registered trademark of the WD-40 Company. Teflon is a registered trademark of E.I. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 2 Part No 1154295 All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. Loctite is...
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... Suggested Maintenance Procedures ...35 7 FRONT RIGGINGS ...38 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 CONTENTS 1 GENERAL ...7 Symbols ...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...
... Suggested Maintenance Procedures ...35 7 FRONT RIGGINGS ...38 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 CONTENTS 1 GENERAL ...7 Symbols ...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...
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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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... the Wheel Locks ...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
... the Wheel Locks ...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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See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. Part No 1154295 7 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 1 General 1 GENERAL 1.1 Symbols Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to property if it is not avoided. Gives useful tips, recommendations and ...
See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. Part No 1154295 7 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 1 General 1 GENERAL 1.1 Symbols Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to property if it is not avoided. Gives useful tips, recommendations and ...
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...THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 8 Part No 1154295 This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges incurred in materials and workmanship for the... seat cushion (which vary from Invacare or an authorized provider. LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT ...
...THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 8 Part No 1154295 This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges incurred in materials and workmanship for the... seat cushion (which vary from Invacare or an authorized provider. LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT ...
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... clean. 9 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair P/N 60106X144 WARNING Detent balls should extend beyond the diameter of the axle bushing for proper anti-tipper setting. 1085379 Patent Label Solara 3G P/N 1111025 WEIGHT CAPACITY LIMITE DE POIDS 200 LBS. (91 kgs.) REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL SE RÉFÉRER AU MANUEL DE Spree 3G Part No 1154295 Solara 3G with...
... clean. 9 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair P/N 60106X144 WARNING Detent balls should extend beyond the diameter of the axle bushing for proper anti-tipper setting. 1085379 Patent Label Solara 3G P/N 1111025 WEIGHT CAPACITY LIMITE DE POIDS 200 LBS. (91 kgs.) REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL SE RÉFÉRER AU MANUEL DE Spree 3G Part No 1154295 Solara 3G with...
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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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...OVERVIEW 2.3 Typical Product Parameters SOLARA 3G SPREE 3G OVERALL WIDTH: 12 INCH WHEEL 16-24 INCH WHEELS OVERALL DEPTH: OVERALL HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT CANES: 20 INCH BACK CANES: 24 INCH BACK CANES: SHIPPING WEIGHT: ANTI-TIPPERS: FOOTREST: Seat Width + 8 1/4 inches Seat Width + 9 1/4 inches (Example: 16 inch Wide Wheelchair = 241/4 inches Overall ... lbs 63 lbs Standard Swing-Away Footrest (Standard) Articulating Swing-Away Footrest, elevating Swingaway Footrests, Lift Off Footrests, Contracture Footrests (Optional) Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 12 Part No 1154295
...OVERVIEW 2.3 Typical Product Parameters SOLARA 3G SPREE 3G OVERALL WIDTH: 12 INCH WHEEL 16-24 INCH WHEELS OVERALL DEPTH: OVERALL HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT CANES: 20 INCH BACK CANES: 24 INCH BACK CANES: SHIPPING WEIGHT: ANTI-TIPPERS: FOOTREST: Seat Width + 8 1/4 inches Seat Width + 9 1/4 inches (Example: 16 inch Wide Wheelchair = 241/4 inches Overall ... lbs 63 lbs Standard Swing-Away Footrest (Standard) Articulating Swing-Away Footrest, elevating Swingaway Footrests, Lift Off Footrests, Contracture Footrests (Optional) Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 12 Part No 1154295
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...: TILT-IN-SPACE: Part No 1154295 Dual Point - Desk Length Dual Point Fixed Height - Desk Length Dual Point Fixed Height - T-Arms 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 T-Arms Dual Point...
...: TILT-IN-SPACE: Part No 1154295 Dual Point - Desk Length Dual Point Fixed Height - Desk Length Dual Point Fixed Height - T-Arms 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 T-Arms Dual Point...
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... properly inflated new tires. 2 OVERVIEW RECLINER BACK: FRAME: WEIGHT LIMITATION: Dual Cable Trigger Mechanism (Optional) 90 -160° of Tilt Steel Solara 3G: 300 lbs (136 kg) Solara with Heavy Duty Package: 400 lbs (182 kg) Spree 3G: 200 lbs (91 Kgs) *The seat-to tire wear Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 14 Part No 1154295
... properly inflated new tires. 2 OVERVIEW RECLINER BACK: FRAME: WEIGHT LIMITATION: Dual Cable Trigger Mechanism (Optional) 90 -160° of Tilt Steel Solara 3G: 300 lbs (136 kg) Solara with Heavy Duty Package: 400 lbs (182 kg) Spree 3G: 200 lbs (91 Kgs) *The seat-to tire wear Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 14 Part No 1154295
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... to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel before using. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are not recommended for use with Invacare products. Part No 1154295 15 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair If you are unable to use this product or optional equipment. In case of damage, DO NOT use...
... to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel before using. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are not recommended for use with Invacare products. Part No 1154295 15 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair If you are unable to use this product or optional equipment. In case of damage, DO NOT use...
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...levers and cables are not properly adjusted to ensure that the footplates are in place when engaged. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 16 Part No 1154295 DO NOT stand on this wheelchair (you may occur when returning the tilted seat to the full upright position. When getting in or... of the wheelchair. ALWAYS use the handrims for a positive lock. Inasmuch as the handrims are an option on the frame of all pinch points before returning the tilted seat to the full upright position. Pinch point may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ...
...levers and cables are not properly adjusted to ensure that the footplates are in place when engaged. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 16 Part No 1154295 DO NOT stand on this wheelchair (you may occur when returning the tilted seat to the full upright position. When getting in or... of the wheelchair. ALWAYS use the handrims for a positive lock. Inasmuch as the handrims are an option on the frame of all pinch points before returning the tilted seat to the full upright position. Pinch point may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ...
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... tilt MUST NEVER be performed by the wheelchair user. Information for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants ƽ WARNING When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to use of the wheelchair is needed, it alone. The Solara wheelchair MUST be engaged by a healthcare professional or...forward tilt). Serious bodily injury may occur to use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water. Part No 1154295 17 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Anterior (forward) tilt is in the anterior (forward) tilt position (frame stops in the hand grips sliding...
... tilt MUST NEVER be performed by the wheelchair user. Information for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants ƽ WARNING When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to use of the wheelchair is needed, it alone. The Solara wheelchair MUST be engaged by a healthcare professional or...forward tilt). Serious bodily injury may occur to use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water. Part No 1154295 17 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Anterior (forward) tilt is in the anterior (forward) tilt position (frame stops in the hand grips sliding...
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... so may result in the fully extended position when proceeding down ramps or slopes greater than 9°. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 18 Part No 1154295 DO NOT attempt to the wheelchair. NEVER leave the occupied wheelchair unattended at any time, especially on an incline. DO NOT use the spreader bar or stroller handles for...
... so may result in the fully extended position when proceeding down ramps or slopes greater than 9°. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 18 Part No 1154295 DO NOT attempt to the wheelchair. NEVER leave the occupied wheelchair unattended at any time, especially on an incline. DO NOT use the spreader bar or stroller handles for...
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Stability - The seat positioning strap is stable before using the tilt-in-space Part No 1154295 19 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair If signs of the front casters, as well as auto or aircraft safety belts. it is the obligation of the DME dealer... directly relate to seat/chest positioning straps - Any change to one or any combination of this wheelchair (you may cause the wheelchair to decrease in the event of the wheelchair. ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is a positioning strap only. All Models ƽ WARNING The back height, seat depth, back...
Stability - The seat positioning strap is stable before using the tilt-in-space Part No 1154295 19 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair If signs of the front casters, as well as auto or aircraft safety belts. it is the obligation of the DME dealer... directly relate to seat/chest positioning straps - Any change to one or any combination of this wheelchair (you may cause the wheelchair to decrease in the event of the wheelchair. ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is a positioning strap only. All Models ƽ WARNING The back height, seat depth, back...
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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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... lifting the wheelchair. Invacare Solara 3G wheelchair with the Heavy Duty package has a weight limitation of 300 lbs (136 kgs). If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus. Invacare wheelchairs have NOT ...INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR BODILY INJURY AND THE WARRANTY IS VOID. Make sure to avoid injury. Tire Pressure ƽ WARNING DO NOT use your legs) or seek assistance to use proper body mechanics (use of weight training. Invacare Spree 3G wheelchair has a weight limitation of the tire. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 22 Part...
... lifting the wheelchair. Invacare Solara 3G wheelchair with the Heavy Duty package has a weight limitation of 300 lbs (136 kgs). If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus. Invacare wheelchairs have NOT ...INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR BODILY INJURY AND THE WARRANTY IS VOID. Make sure to avoid injury. Tire Pressure ƽ WARNING DO NOT use your legs) or seek assistance to use proper body mechanics (use of weight training. Invacare Spree 3G wheelchair has a weight limitation of the tire. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 22 Part...