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Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. All rights reserved. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. © 2011 Invacare Corporation.
Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. All rights reserved. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. © 2011 Invacare Corporation.
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... Height ...36 Raising/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
... Height ...36 Raising/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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IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in death or serious injury. ƽ ! Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could result in personal injury or property damage. See the information...
IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in death or serious injury. ƽ ! Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could result in personal injury or property damage. See the information...
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... unused to , modification through the use of the seller's invoice required for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of unauthorized parts or attachments; In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to a product damaged by reason of repairs... LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, OR LIMITATION OF HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION AND LIMITATION MAY NOT BE APPLICABLE. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
... unused to , modification through the use of the seller's invoice required for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of unauthorized parts or attachments; In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to a product damaged by reason of repairs... LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, OR LIMITATION OF HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION AND LIMITATION MAY NOT BE APPLICABLE. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
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... additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this equipment - Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 If you are specifically designed and manufactured for use in the manual. otherwise, injury or... damage may occur. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are unable to use this product or optional equipment. also, a qualified technician MUST perform all parts for shipping damage and test before attempting to understand the warnings, cautions ...
... additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this equipment - Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 If you are specifically designed and manufactured for use in the manual. otherwise, injury or... damage may occur. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are unable to use this product or optional equipment. also, a qualified technician MUST perform all parts for shipping damage and test before attempting to understand the warnings, cautions ...
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...-floor angle, the correct anti-tippers must be used to maintain a 11/2 to -floor height with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor angles and/or seat-to the... in Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers on page 54 for the wheelchair user. If these requirements cannot be achieved, DO NOT use anti-tippers. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Extra caution must be attached at all times. Refer to -floor heights. Contact a qualified technician. 2...
...-floor angle, the correct anti-tippers must be used to maintain a 11/2 to -floor height with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor angles and/or seat-to the... in Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers on page 54 for the wheelchair user. If these requirements cannot be achieved, DO NOT use anti-tippers. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Extra caution must be attached at all times. Refer to -floor heights. Contact a qualified technician. 2...
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.... Serious injury or damage to play on this wheelchair (you may result. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as sand, grass, or gravel. DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways. 2 SAFETY General Warnings ƽ WARNING To determine... flame or combustible products. When getting in or out of the wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are an option on or operate the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550
.... Serious injury or damage to play on this wheelchair (you may result. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as sand, grass, or gravel. DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways. 2 SAFETY General Warnings ƽ WARNING To determine... flame or combustible products. When getting in or out of the wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are an option on or operate the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550
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...means of the wheelchair to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts. Failure to observe this warning may occur. Lifting by a healthcare professional/assistant when in any removable (detachable) parts of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in the wheelchair before ... (above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to maintain maximum stability and safety. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Lifting ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to the full upright position. 2 SAFETY Hand Grips ...
...means of the wheelchair to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts. Failure to observe this warning may occur. Lifting by a healthcare professional/assistant when in any removable (detachable) parts of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in the wheelchair before ... (above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to maintain maximum stability and safety. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Lifting ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to the full upright position. 2 SAFETY Hand Grips ...
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... of wear appear, strap MUST be performed while the wheelchair is an option on this equipment by the user. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 Seat Positioning Straps ƽ WARNING ALWAYS wear your wheelchair to you may result. If signs of the... 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 an additional safeguard for use , make sure all service and adjustment should be replaced IMMEDIATELY.
... of wear appear, strap MUST be performed while the wheelchair is an option on this equipment by the user. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 Seat Positioning Straps ƽ WARNING ALWAYS wear your wheelchair to you may result. If signs of the... 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 an additional safeguard for use , make sure all service and adjustment should be replaced IMMEDIATELY.
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...limitation is listed on the side wall of the tire. Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of 20 to explode and cause bodily harm. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight ...training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any kind of weight training. 2 SAFETY Tire Pressure ƽ...
...limitation is listed on the side wall of the tire. Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of 20 to explode and cause bodily harm. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight ...training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any kind of weight training. 2 SAFETY Tire Pressure ƽ...
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... wheel lock extension handle causes the wheel lock to stop 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 the wheelchair. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be removed before swinging the elevating legrests to... of wheelchairs to lock wheel locks, elevating legrests, and wheel lock extension handles, the wheel lock extension handles MUST be used by the auto industry. Part No. 1110550 15 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
... wheel lock extension handle causes the wheel lock to stop 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 the wheelchair. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be removed before swinging the elevating legrests to... of wheelchairs to lock wheel locks, elevating legrests, and wheel lock extension handles, the wheel lock extension handles MUST be used by the auto industry. Part No. 1110550 15 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
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... and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. These movements will cause a change to maintain stability and balance. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than one individual. This can be ..., it in this may adversely affect the stability of the armrests. Use this manual. However, all times. Virtually all . Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to the wheelchair and surrounding property. This wheelchair has been designed to use of the wheelchair, resulting...
... and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. These movements will cause a change to maintain stability and balance. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than one individual. This can be ..., it in this may adversely affect the stability of the armrests. Use this manual. However, all times. Virtually all . Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to the wheelchair and surrounding property. This wheelchair has been designed to use of the wheelchair, resulting...
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... and engage wheel locks. Point front casters forward to the desired object. Reach back only as far as possible to create the longest possible wheelbase. Part No. 1110550 17 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Backwards Position wheelchair as close as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position.
... and engage wheel locks. Point front casters forward to the desired object. Reach back only as far as possible to create the longest possible wheelbase. Part No. 1110550 17 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Backwards Position wheelchair as close as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position.
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... this point, the assistant will feel a difference in injury to the occupant and/or damage to the wheelchair. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 2 SAFETY Tipping ƽ WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. Apply a continuous downward motion until the rear wheels roll... FIGURE 2 Method 1 - When lowering the front casters of all wheels and/or pinch points. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Place foot on a non-removable (non-detachable) part.
... this point, the assistant will feel a difference in injury to the occupant and/or damage to the wheelchair. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 2 SAFETY Tipping ƽ WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. Apply a continuous downward motion until the rear wheels roll... FIGURE 2 Method 1 - When lowering the front casters of all wheels and/or pinch points. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Place foot on a non-removable (non-detachable) part.
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...against the curb. Make sure to use only secure, non-detachable parts for the front casters to clear the edge of the curb. The wheelchair should be pulled up or down . 2 SAFETY FIGURE 3 Method 2 - Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. The second assistant should... the front of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is not available: Part No. 1110550 19 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Roll the wheelchair backward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement.
...against the curb. Make sure to use only secure, non-detachable parts for the front casters to clear the edge of the curb. The wheelchair should be pulled up or down . 2 SAFETY FIGURE 3 Method 2 - Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. The second assistant should... the front of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is not available: Part No. 1110550 19 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Roll the wheelchair backward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement.
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... foot on the next stair below and steadies the wheelchair as the assistant behind the wheelchair), securely grasps a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the framework, lifts the wheelchair up and on the next stair above and repeats process. 5. The second assistant (positioned in the...step. 4. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down . Moving Down Stairs 1. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down . The wheelchair should not be lowered ...
... foot on the next stair below and steadies the wheelchair as the assistant behind the wheelchair), securely grasps a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the framework, lifts the wheelchair up and on the next stair above and repeats process. 5. The second assistant (positioned in the...step. 4. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down . Moving Down Stairs 1. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down . The wheelchair should not be lowered ...
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This will be performed independently provided you are transferring, with transfer. Part No. 1110550 21 FIGURE 5 Transferring To and From Other Seats Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Turn both casters parallel to the object you . Swing away or remove front rigging. Shift body weight into seat with ...
This will be performed independently provided you are transferring, with transfer. Part No. 1110550 21 FIGURE 5 Transferring To and From Other Seats Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Turn both casters parallel to the object you . Swing away or remove front rigging. Shift body weight into seat with ...