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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. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
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Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. © 2011 Invacare Corporation. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 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. All rights reserved.
Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. © 2011 Invacare Corporation. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 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. 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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..., could result in death or serious injury. ƽ ! IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in property damage or minor injury or both. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in damage...
..., could result in death or serious injury. ƽ ! IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in property damage or minor injury or both. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in damage...
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...MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare at the address at Invacare's option. THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS OR ... SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. Invacare's sole obligation and your Invacare product. products damaged by Invacare. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair This warranty is not transferable or assignable to state. This warranty is ...
...MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare at the address at Invacare's option. THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS OR ... SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. Invacare's sole obligation and your Invacare product. products damaged by Invacare. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair This warranty is not transferable or assignable to state. This warranty is ...
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... first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with Invacare accessories. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 WARNING DO NOT use this equipment - Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with this product. 2.1 General Guidelines ƽ...
... first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with Invacare accessories. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 WARNING DO NOT use this equipment - Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with this product. 2.1 General Guidelines ƽ...
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...heights. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti tippers may order 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.... If these requirements cannot be attached at all times. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 SAFETY 2.1 Operating Information Anti-Tippers ƽ WARNING Anti-tippers are an option on this wheelchair (you may not provide the same level of protection against tipover. ALWAYS use the...
...heights. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti tippers may order 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.... If these requirements cannot be attached at all times. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 SAFETY 2.1 Operating Information Anti-Tippers ƽ WARNING Anti-tippers are an option on this wheelchair (you may not provide the same level of protection against tipover. ALWAYS use the...
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..., streets or highways. Serious injury or damage to play on soft surfaces such as sand, grass, or gravel. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 Inasmuch as the handrims are in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active ...footplate as an additional safeguard for self-propulsion. DO NOT operate on the frame of the wheelchair. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as a platform. 2 SAFETY General Warnings ƽ WARNING To...
..., streets or highways. Serious injury or damage to play on soft surfaces such as sand, grass, or gravel. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 Inasmuch as the handrims are in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active ...footplate as an additional safeguard for self-propulsion. DO NOT operate on the frame of the wheelchair. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as a platform. 2 SAFETY General Warnings ƽ WARNING To...
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... dampened with cool water. ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (reverse recline) the wheelchair. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 SAFETY Hand Grips ƽ WARNING ALWAYS check hand grips for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants ƽ WARNING... The Tracer SX Recliner wheelchair MUST be prepared to support the weight of the occupant when reclining...
... dampened with cool water. ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (reverse recline) the wheelchair. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 SAFETY Hand Grips ƽ WARNING ALWAYS check hand grips for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants ƽ WARNING... The Tracer SX Recliner wheelchair MUST be prepared to support the weight of the occupant when reclining...
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... the obligation of the DME dealer, therapists and other healthcare professionals to the wheelchair. If signs of wear appear, strap MUST be performed while the wheelchair is required to ensure the safe operation of a fall from a wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 Repair and Service Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise...
... the obligation of the DME dealer, therapists and other healthcare professionals to the wheelchair. If signs of wear appear, strap MUST be performed while the wheelchair is required to ensure the safe operation of a fall from a wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 Repair and Service Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise...
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..., front caster size/position and desired seat-to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one or any combination of the seven may cause the wheelchair to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. SEAT DEPTH CASTER... ✓ ✓ • ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ • ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 SAFETY Stability -
..., front caster size/position and desired seat-to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one or any combination of the seven may cause the wheelchair to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. SEAT DEPTH CASTER... ✓ ✓ • ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ • ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 SAFETY Stability -
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...pressure is 300 lbs (136 kg). Weight Training ƽ WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). 2 SAFETY Tire Pressure ƽ WARNING DO NOT use of its wheelchairs as a seat for bodily injury or damage to 22-inches,...side wall of the tire. DO NOT overinflate the tires. Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of 14 to explode and cause bodily harm. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 Failure to follow these suggestions may ...
...pressure is 300 lbs (136 kg). Weight Training ƽ WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). 2 SAFETY Tire Pressure ƽ WARNING DO NOT use of its wheelchairs as a seat for bodily injury or damage to 22-inches,...side wall of the tire. DO NOT overinflate the tires. Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of 14 to explode and cause bodily harm. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 Failure to follow these suggestions may ...
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... vehicles for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in wheelchairs. Invacare cannot and does not recommend 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 wheelchair. Part No. 1110550 15 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Interference between the top of making such a selection...
... vehicles for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in wheelchairs. Invacare cannot and does not recommend 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 wheelchair. Part No. 1110550 15 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Interference between the top of making such a selection...
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... then reversing it is important to use of the wheelchair. Use this manual MUST be achieved by many. Many activities require the wheelchair owner to maintain stability and balance. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for additional safety while involved in activities that shift...
... then reversing it is important to use of the wheelchair. Use this manual MUST be achieved by many. Many activities require the wheelchair owner to maintain stability and balance. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for additional safety while involved in activities that shift...
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...behind you, as this may tip over . Forward Position the front casters so that they are reaching as the wheelchair may cause the wheelchair to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by reaching down between your knees. Backwards ...reach objects if you have pick them up from the floor by learning how to tip over . Part No. 1110550 17 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 SAFETY Reaching, Leaning and Bending ƽ WARNING DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward direction you are extended...
...behind you, as this may tip over . Forward Position the front casters so that they are reaching as the wheelchair may cause the wheelchair to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by reaching down between your knees. Backwards ...reach objects if you have pick them up from the floor by learning how to tip over . Part No. 1110550 17 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 SAFETY Reaching, Leaning and Bending ƽ WARNING DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward direction you are extended...
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... achieved and the front casters clear the curb. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 2 SAFETY Tipping ƽ WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. After mastering the techniques of the wheelchair in the weight distribution. When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the...
... achieved and the front casters clear the curb. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 2 SAFETY Tipping ƽ WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. After mastering the techniques of the wheelchair in the weight distribution. When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the...
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... not available: Part No. 1110550 19 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Turn the anti-tippers so the anti-tip wheels are pointing up or down . 2 SAFETY FIGURE 3 Method 2 - Roll the wheelchair backward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement. Make sure to... move an occupied or unoccupied wheelchair up . Wheelchair Without Step Tubes This method requires two assistants. Turn the anti-tippers so the anti-tip wheels are against the curb. Invacare recommends that the rear wheels are facing down the stairs. Invacare recommends using two assistants and...
... not available: Part No. 1110550 19 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Turn the anti-tippers so the anti-tip wheels are pointing up or down . 2 SAFETY FIGURE 3 Method 2 - Roll the wheelchair backward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement. Make sure to... move an occupied or unoccupied wheelchair up . Wheelchair Without Step Tubes This method requires two assistants. Turn the anti-tippers so the anti-tip wheels are against the curb. Invacare recommends that the rear wheels are facing down the stairs. Invacare recommends using two assistants and...
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... facing down. The second assistant (positioned in the front of the wheelchair), with a firm hold on a non-detachable part of the framework, lifts the wheelchair up and on to the next stair below and repeats process. 5. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 The second assistant (positioned in the...
... facing down. The second assistant (positioned in the front of the wheelchair), with a firm hold on a non-detachable part of the framework, lifts the wheelchair up and on to the next stair below and repeats process. 5. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 The second assistant (positioned in the...