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BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 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® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair User Manual EN This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
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All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 © 2011 Invacare Corporation. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. All rights reserved.
All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 © 2011 Invacare Corporation. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. All rights reserved.
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CONTENTS 1 GENERAL ...6 Warnings...6 Limited Warranty ...7 2 SAFETY ...8 General Guidelines ...8 Operating Information...9 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...16 3 OVERVIEW ...25 Label Locations...25 Component Identification ...26 Typical Product Parameters ...27 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ...29 Safety Inspection Checklist ...29 Troubleshooting...32 Maintenance ...32 5 .../Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly ...37 Replacing Heel Loop ...38 6 ARMS ...39 Using or Replacing Flip-Back Armrest ...39 Adjusting Armrest Height ...41 Part No. 1110550 3 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
CONTENTS 1 GENERAL ...6 Warnings...6 Limited Warranty ...7 2 SAFETY ...8 General Guidelines ...8 Operating Information...9 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...16 3 OVERVIEW ...25 Label Locations...25 Component Identification ...26 Typical Product Parameters ...27 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ...29 Safety Inspection Checklist ...29 Troubleshooting...32 Maintenance ...32 5 .../Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly ...37 Replacing Heel Loop ...38 6 ARMS ...39 Using or Replacing Flip-Back Armrest ...39 Adjusting Armrest Height ...41 Part No. 1110550 3 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
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... LOCKS ...54 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers...54 Using/Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks...57 11 SEAT TO FLOOR ...60 Changing Seat-to-Floor Height ...60 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 4 Part No. 1110550
... LOCKS ...54 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers...54 Using/Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks...57 11 SEAT TO FLOOR ...60 Changing Seat-to-Floor Height ...60 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 4 Part No. 1110550
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CONTENTS 12 RECLINER ...64 Recliner Operation...64 Replacing the Headrest Pillow ...66 Replacing the Headrest/Back Upholstery...67 Removing/Installing the Spreader Bar ...69 Removing and Installing Fixed Height Armrest ...70 Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels...71 Using/adjusting the Clamp-On Wheel Locks ...72 13 OPTIONS ...74 Installing Amputee Bracket...74 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier...76 Installing the Seat Positioning Strap ...77 Installing the Wheel Lock Extension Handle...78 Part No. 1110550 5 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
CONTENTS 12 RECLINER ...64 Recliner Operation...64 Replacing the Headrest Pillow ...66 Replacing the Headrest/Back Upholstery...67 Removing/Installing the Spreader Bar ...69 Removing and Installing Fixed Height Armrest ...70 Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels...71 Using/adjusting the Clamp-On Wheel Locks ...72 13 OPTIONS ...74 Installing Amputee Bracket...74 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier...76 Installing the Seat Positioning Strap ...77 Installing the Wheel Lock Extension Handle...78 Part No. 1110550 5 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
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... and information for efficient, trouble-free use. CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in personal injury or property damage. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550
... and information for efficient, trouble-free use. CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in personal injury or property damage. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550
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... consent of any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of Invacare, or to be defective, such product shall be proven to a product damaged by Invacare. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair This warranty is not extended to any such subsequent sale or other person. Coverage under...
... consent of any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of Invacare, or to be defective, such product shall be proven to a product damaged by Invacare. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair This warranty is not extended to any such subsequent sale or other person. Coverage under...
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... instruction. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are specifically designed and manufactured for use in the manual. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with Invacare accessories. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are not recommended for use with this product. 2.1 General...
... instruction. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are specifically designed and manufactured for use in the manual. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with Invacare accessories. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are not recommended for use with this product. 2.1 General...
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... anti tippers may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard for correct usage and adjustment. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Anti-tippers must be attached at all times. Refer to ...2-inch ground clearance. ALWAYS use the wheelchair. Extra caution must be observed when traversing such surfaces. Contact a ...
... anti tippers may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard for correct usage and adjustment. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Anti-tippers must be attached at all times. Refer to ...2-inch ground clearance. ALWAYS use the wheelchair. Extra caution must be observed when traversing such surfaces. Contact a ...
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... roads, streets or highways. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as a platform. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flame or combustible products. When getting in or out of the...
... roads, streets or highways. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as a platform. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flame or combustible products. When getting in or out of the...
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... humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to use, ensure that grips are dry prior to the full upright position. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair When cleaning rear cane or hand grip areas use your legs) or seek assistance if necessary to the user or bystanders. 2 SAFETY Hand...
... humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to use, ensure that grips are dry prior to the full upright position. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair When cleaning rear cane or hand grip areas use your legs) or seek assistance if necessary to the user or bystanders. 2 SAFETY Hand...
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...down an incline with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as the seat positioning strap is required to ensure the safe operation of this wheelchair (you or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT attempt to ride over and cause bodily ...harm to you may result. DO NOT attempt to seat/chest positioning straps - With regards to stop the wheelchair while on an incline. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No...
...down an incline with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as the seat positioning strap is required to ensure the safe operation of this wheelchair (you or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT attempt to ride over and cause bodily ...harm to you may result. DO NOT attempt to seat/chest positioning straps - With regards to stop the wheelchair while on an incline. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No...
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...-floor heights require specific settings depending on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired seat-to the stability of the wheelchair. 2 SAFETY Stability - All Models ƽ WARNING The seat depth, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, use of anti-tipper...; ✓✓ ✓ ✓ • ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ • ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
...-floor heights require specific settings depending on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired seat-to the stability of the wheelchair. 2 SAFETY Stability - All Models ƽ WARNING The seat depth, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, use of anti-tipper...; ✓✓ ✓ ✓ • ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ • ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
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... injury or damage to 18-inches, the weight limitation is void. For chairs with a seat width of 14 to the wheelchair and the warranty is 250 lbs (114 kg). Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of the tire. If occupant uses said... wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any kind of weight training. The recommended tire pressure is 300 lbs (...
... injury or damage to 18-inches, the weight limitation is void. For chairs with a seat width of 14 to the wheelchair and the warranty is 250 lbs (114 kg). Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of the tire. If occupant uses said... wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any kind of weight training. The recommended tire pressure is 300 lbs (...
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... not recommend any type. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be transported in vehicles of any kind while in a moving vehicle of any wheelchair transportation systems. Wheelchair User ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of the end user. 2 SAFETY Wheel Locks...
... not recommend any type. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be transported in vehicles of any kind while in a moving vehicle of any wheelchair transportation systems. Wheelchair User ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of the end user. 2 SAFETY Wheel Locks...
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... information only as you are comfortable in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for him/her in this may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user and passenger and damage to the...
... information only as you are comfortable in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for him/her in this may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user and passenger and damage to the...
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Keep in mind your wheelchair. Point front casters forward to the desired object. Reach back only as far as possible and engage wheel locks. 2 SAFETY Reaching, Leaning and Bending ƽ ... without changing your sitting position. Forward Position the front casters so that they are reaching as the wheelchair may cause the wheelchair to tip over . Part No. 1110550 17 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Backwards Position wheelchair as close as this may tip over . FIGURE 1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward/Backwards Coping With Everyday...
Keep in mind your wheelchair. Point front casters forward to the desired object. Reach back only as far as possible and engage wheel locks. 2 SAFETY Reaching, Leaning and Bending ƽ ... without changing your sitting position. Forward Position the front casters so that they are reaching as the wheelchair may cause the wheelchair to tip over . Part No. 1110550 17 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Backwards Position wheelchair as close as this may tip over . FIGURE 1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward/Backwards Coping With Everyday...
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... to the occupant and/or damage to the wheelchair. Be sure the occupant's feet and hands are clear of the wheelchair on the step tube and begin to the ground. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of all...
... to the occupant and/or damage to the wheelchair. Be sure the occupant's feet and hands are clear of the wheelchair on the step tube and begin to the ground. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of all...
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...to move an occupied or unoccupied wheelchair up and over the curb. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Wheelchair Without Step Tubes This method requires two assistants. Roll the wheelchair backward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement. The second...secure, non-detachable parts for moving . Invacare recommends that the rear wheels are against the curb. The wheelchair should stand on a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair lifting upward on the sidewalk and turn the wheelchair so that , if possible, the ...
...to move an occupied or unoccupied wheelchair up and over the curb. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Wheelchair Without Step Tubes This method requires two assistants. Roll the wheelchair backward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement. The second...secure, non-detachable parts for moving . Invacare recommends that the rear wheels are against the curb. The wheelchair should stand on a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair lifting upward on the sidewalk and turn the wheelchair so that , if possible, the ...
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... Moving Up Stairs 1. The second assistant (positioned in the front of the wheelchair), with a firm hold on a non-detachable part of the wheelchair for leverage and tilts the wheelchair back to the balance point. 3. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 Moving Down Stairs 1. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers...
... Moving Up Stairs 1. The second assistant (positioned in the front of the wheelchair), with a firm hold on a non-detachable part of the wheelchair for leverage and tilts the wheelchair back to the balance point. 3. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 Moving Down Stairs 1. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers...