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BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference. User Manual EN Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference. User Manual EN Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
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Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 2 Part No 1110546 All rights reserved. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. © 2011 Invacare Corporation. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.
Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 2 Part No 1110546 All rights reserved. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. © 2011 Invacare Corporation. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.
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... ...5 Limited Warranty ...6 2 OVERVIEW 7 Label Locations...7 Component Identification ...8 Typical Product Parameters ...9 3 SAFETY 11 General Guidelines ...11 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...18 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 25 Safety Inspection Checklist ...25 Troubleshooting...28 Maintenance ...29 5 FRONT RIGGINGS 31 Installing/Removing Front Riggings...31 Adjusting Footplate Height...Replacing Seat Upholstery ...41 Adjusting the Seat Width ...42 8 REAR WHEELS 46 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels...46 Part No 1110546 3 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair
... ...5 Limited Warranty ...6 2 OVERVIEW 7 Label Locations...7 Component Identification ...8 Typical Product Parameters ...9 3 SAFETY 11 General Guidelines ...11 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...18 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 25 Safety Inspection Checklist ...25 Troubleshooting...28 Maintenance ...29 5 FRONT RIGGINGS 31 Installing/Removing Front Riggings...31 Adjusting Footplate Height...Replacing Seat Upholstery ...41 Adjusting the Seat Width ...42 8 REAR WHEELS 46 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels...46 Part No 1110546 3 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair
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... OPTIONS 59 Installing Amputee Bracket...59 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier...61 Installing the Seat Positioning Strap ...62 Installing the Wheel Lock Extension Handle...63 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 4 Part No 1110546
... OPTIONS 59 Installing Amputee Bracket...59 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier...61 Installing the Seat Positioning Strap ...62 Installing the Wheel Lock Extension Handle...63 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 4 Part No 1110546
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.... See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in personal injury or property damage. Part No 1110546 5 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 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.
.... See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in personal injury or property damage. Part No 1110546 5 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 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.
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... HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED, PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, IMPROPER OPERATION, MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE, PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT INVACARE'S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; THE APPLICATION...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. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 6 Part No 1110546 1 GENERAL 1.2 Limited Warranty PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY ...
... HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED, PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, IMPROPER OPERATION, MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE, PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT INVACARE'S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; THE APPLICATION...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. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 6 Part No 1110546 1 GENERAL 1.2 Limited Warranty PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY ...
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No. 1091554 ! No. 1091552 Lower Frame Tube 7 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair AVERTISSEMENT Se référer au manuel de l'utilisateur pour le réglage adéquat de l'antibascule. AVERTISSEMENT NE PAS utiliser sans d'abord avoir ...
No. 1091554 ! No. 1091552 Lower Frame Tube 7 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair AVERTISSEMENT Se référer au manuel de l'utilisateur pour le réglage adéquat de l'antibascule. AVERTISSEMENT NE PAS utiliser sans d'abord avoir ...
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2 OVERVIEW 2.1 Component Identification Back Upholstery Rear Wheel Handrim Rear Wheel Axle Wheel Lock Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame Front Caster Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 8 Part No 1110546
2 OVERVIEW 2.1 Component Identification Back Upholstery Rear Wheel Handrim Rear Wheel Axle Wheel Lock Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame Front Caster Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 8 Part No 1110546
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... Height, Desk or Full Length, Permanent or Removable Swingaways Footrests and Elevating Legrests (not available on FF Frame) Permanent 24-inch Composite or Urethane Composite 9 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair
... Height, Desk or Full Length, Permanent or Removable Swingaways Footrests and Elevating Legrests (not available on FF Frame) Permanent 24-inch Composite or Urethane Composite 9 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair
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Weights based on how the wheelchair is equipped. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 10 Part No 1110546 Midnight Blue Chrome* and colors 36 pounds (SA Frame), 37 pounds (FF Frame) 36 pounds (SA Frame) 451/2 pounds (SA ... Frame) 250 pounds (114 kg) * - The seat-to-floor heights are standard for this model. ** - Weights will vary depending on 18-inch wide wheelchair without front riggings. 2 OVERVIEW Tracer EX2 Wheel Locks Caster Size Upholstery Frame Colors Weight *** (Approx) Permanent Arm: Removable Arm: Shipping Weight*** (Approx) Permanent Arm: Removable...
Weights based on how the wheelchair is equipped. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 10 Part No 1110546 Midnight Blue Chrome* and colors 36 pounds (SA Frame), 37 pounds (FF Frame) 36 pounds (SA Frame) 451/2 pounds (SA ... Frame) 250 pounds (114 kg) * - The seat-to-floor heights are standard for this model. ** - Weights will vary depending on 18-inch wide wheelchair without front riggings. 2 OVERVIEW Tracer EX2 Wheel Locks Caster Size Upholstery Frame Colors Weight *** (Approx) Permanent Arm: Removable Arm: Shipping Weight*** (Approx) Permanent Arm: Removable...
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.... Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use this equipment - Part No 1110546 11 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair otherwise, injury or damage may occur. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are unable to use . Contact Invacare/Carrier for shipping damage and test before attempting to understand...
.... Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use this equipment - Part No 1110546 11 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair otherwise, injury or damage may occur. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are unable to use . Contact Invacare/Carrier for shipping damage and test before attempting to understand...
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Refer to the chart in this wheelchair (You may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the anti-tippers are an option for 0° or 3° on gravel surfaces, anti tippers may not ...of adjustment holes. Extra caution MUST be used to maintain a 11/2 to 2 inch ground clearance. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 12 Part No 1110546 Inasmuch as a safeguard for correct usage and adjustment. ALWAYS use the wheelchair. Ensure both anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor angles and/or seat...
Refer to the chart in this wheelchair (You may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the anti-tippers are an option for 0° or 3° on gravel surfaces, anti tippers may not ...of adjustment holes. Extra caution MUST be used to maintain a 11/2 to 2 inch ground clearance. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 12 Part No 1110546 Inasmuch as a safeguard for correct usage and adjustment. ALWAYS use the wheelchair. Ensure both anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor angles and/or seat...
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...tubing. DO NOT use the handrims for the wheelchair user. Invacare recommends that the footplates are an option on the frame of the wheelchair. Serious injury or damage to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as an additional... safeguard for self-propulsion. DO NOT stand on this wheelchair (you may result. Inasmuch as the...
...tubing. DO NOT use the handrims for the wheelchair user. Invacare recommends that the footplates are an option on the frame of the wheelchair. Serious injury or damage to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as an additional... safeguard for self-propulsion. DO NOT stand on this wheelchair (you may result. Inasmuch as the...
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... experienced assistant help you before using the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 14 Part No 1110546 Lifting by any removable (detachable) parts of the wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to lift the wheelchair by means of soap or ammonia based ... off the cane assembly. Information for looseness before attempting it alone. Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenever tipping the wheelchair or traversing curbs, or other impediments. If loose and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. Verify that the handgrips DO NOT twist on...
... experienced assistant help you before using the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 14 Part No 1110546 Lifting by any removable (detachable) parts of the wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to lift the wheelchair by means of soap or ammonia based ... off the cane assembly. Information for looseness before attempting it alone. Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenever tipping the wheelchair or traversing curbs, or other impediments. If loose and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. Verify that the handgrips DO NOT twist on...
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...;. Part No 1110546 15 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair DO NOT attempt to seat/chest positioning straps - If signs of wear appear, strap MUST be performed while the wheelchair is required to ensure the safe operation of this wheelchair (you or damage to ...dealer, therapists and other healthcare professionals to the wheelchair. 3 SAFETY Ramps, Slopes, Inclines, and Obstacles ƽ WARNING DO NOT traverse, climb or go down an incline with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as...
...;. Part No 1110546 15 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair DO NOT attempt to seat/chest positioning straps - If signs of wear appear, strap MUST be performed while the wheelchair is required to ensure the safe operation of this wheelchair (you or damage to ...dealer, therapists and other healthcare professionals to the wheelchair. 3 SAFETY Ramps, Slopes, Inclines, and Obstacles ƽ WARNING DO NOT traverse, climb or go down an incline with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as...
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... and desired seat-to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair. CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION Weight Limitation ...ƽ WARNING The Tracer EX2 has a weight limitation of the wheelchair. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. When changes to... relate to decrease in stability. Any change to one or any combination of the seven may cause the wheelchair to the stability of 250 pounds (114 kg). • • ...
... and desired seat-to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair. CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION Weight Limitation ...ƽ WARNING The Tracer EX2 has a weight limitation of the wheelchair. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. When changes to... relate to decrease in stability. Any change to one or any combination of the seven may cause the wheelchair to the stability of 250 pounds (114 kg). • • ...
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... of the restraints made available by the auto industry. 3 SAFETY Weight Training ƽ WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use be wet or slick. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus. Wheel locks are not brakes. Engaging the wheel locks may be... in vehicles for transportation and use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be removed before swinging the elevating legrests to the wheelchair and the warranty is Invacare's position that may not prevent the wheelchair from moving on all floor surfaces including those ...
... of the restraints made available by the auto industry. 3 SAFETY Weight Training ƽ WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use be wet or slick. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus. Wheel locks are not brakes. Engaging the wheel locks may be... in vehicles for transportation and use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be removed before swinging the elevating legrests to the wheelchair and the warranty is Invacare's position that may not prevent the wheelchair from moving on all floor surfaces including those ...
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... user. If more than one individual. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to the wheelchair and surrounding property. Stability and Balance ƽ WARNING Be aware that may encounter. Virtually all times. 3 SAFETY Wheelchair User ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to remain upright and stable during normal daily...
... user. If more than one individual. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to the wheelchair and surrounding property. Stability and Balance ƽ WARNING Be aware that may encounter. Virtually all times. 3 SAFETY Wheelchair User ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to remain upright and stable during normal daily...
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...your arm will cause a change to use of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use the front casters as the wheelchair may cause the wheelchair to maintain stability and balance. Point front casters forward to reach, bend and transfer in the forward position whenever you ,... upholstery to the desired object. FIGURE 1 Backwards Part No 1110546 19 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 3 SAFETY DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the wheelchair. Reach back only as far as possible to reach objects behind you lean...
...your arm will cause a change to use of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use the front casters as the wheelchair may cause the wheelchair to maintain stability and balance. Point front casters forward to reach, bend and transfer in the forward position whenever you ,... upholstery to the desired object. FIGURE 1 Backwards Part No 1110546 19 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 3 SAFETY DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the wheelchair. Reach back only as far as possible to reach objects behind you lean...
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... being lowered to the ground. Inform the wheelchair occupant before tipping the wheelchair and remind him/her to the ground. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 20 Part No 1110546 Wheelchair With Step Tubes Method 2 - Tipping ƽ WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. Step Tube FIGURE 2 Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes Place foot on the...
... being lowered to the ground. Inform the wheelchair occupant before tipping the wheelchair and remind him/her to the ground. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 20 Part No 1110546 Wheelchair With Step Tubes Method 2 - Tipping ƽ WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. Step Tube FIGURE 2 Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes Place foot on the...