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Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. © 2011 Invacare Corporation. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. All rights reserved. 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. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. © 2011 Invacare Corporation. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. All rights reserved. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.
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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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See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 1 GENERAL 1 General 1.1 Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to property if it is not avoided. Gives useful tips, ...
See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 1 GENERAL 1 General 1.1 Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to property if it is not avoided. Gives useful tips, ...
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..., modification through the use of this warranty shall be free from defects in replacement part installation or repair of Invacare, or to a product damaged by circumstances beyond Invacare's control, and such evaluation will end upon any subsequent purchaser or owner. This warranty... when purchased new and unused to be limited to Invacare at the address at Invacare's option. products damaged by Invacare. INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair This warranty does not...
..., modification through the use of this warranty shall be free from defects in replacement part installation or repair of Invacare, or to a product damaged by circumstances beyond Invacare's control, and such evaluation will end upon any subsequent purchaser or owner. This warranty... when purchased new and unused to be limited to Invacare at the address at Invacare's option. products damaged by Invacare. INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair This warranty does not...
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...THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 otherwise, injury or damage may occur. Contact Invacare/Carrier for further instruction. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in...understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with Invacare accessories. 2 SAFETY 2 Safety The safety section contains important information for the safe operation and use of this ...
...THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 otherwise, injury or damage may occur. Contact Invacare/Carrier for further instruction. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in...understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with Invacare accessories. 2 SAFETY 2 Safety The safety section contains important information for the safe operation and use of this ...
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...floor height with or without a change to seat-to-floor angle, the correct anti-tippers must be achieved, DO NOT use anti-tippers. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Extra caution must be observed when traversing such surfaces. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on this ...SAFETY 2.1 Operating Information Anti-Tippers ƽ WARNING Anti-tippers are an option on gravel surfaces, 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.
...floor height with or without a change to seat-to-floor angle, the correct anti-tippers must be achieved, DO NOT use anti-tippers. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Extra caution must be observed when traversing such surfaces. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on this ...SAFETY 2.1 Operating Information Anti-Tippers ƽ WARNING Anti-tippers are an option on gravel surfaces, 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.
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... such as a platform. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as an additional safeguard for self-propulsion. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 DO NOT use of the wheelchair. When getting in or out of the wheelchair...
... such as a platform. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as an additional safeguard for self-propulsion. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 DO NOT use of the wheelchair. When getting in or out of the wheelchair...
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... a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water. Assistants MUST be operated by any removable (detachable) parts. Information for looseness before reclining or inclining (reverse recline) to the full upright position. Otherwise, damage ...or injury may result in any removable (detachable) parts of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in injury to the user or damage to... the hand grips sliding off the cane assembly. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
... a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water. Assistants MUST be operated by any removable (detachable) parts. Information for looseness before reclining or inclining (reverse recline) to the full upright position. Otherwise, damage ...or injury may result in any removable (detachable) parts of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in injury to the user or damage to... the hand grips sliding off the cane assembly. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
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... recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for use , make sure all service and adjustment should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 Seat Positioning Straps ƽ WARNING ALWAYS wear your wheelchair to tip over curbs or obstacles. DO NOT attempt to the...
... recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for use , make sure all service and adjustment should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 Seat Positioning Straps ƽ WARNING ALWAYS wear your wheelchair to tip over curbs or obstacles. DO NOT attempt to the...
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...;✓✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓ • ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ • ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair All Models ƽ WARNING The seat depth, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels...
...;✓✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓ • ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ • ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair All Models ƽ WARNING The seat depth, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels...
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...inches, the weight limitation is listed on the side wall of the tire. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any kind of weight training. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to the wheelchair and ... For chairs with a seat width of 14 to 22-inches, the weight limitation is void. DO NOT overinflate the tires. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 Weight Limitation ƽ WARNING The Tracer SX5 and Tracer SX5 Recliner wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as ...
...inches, the weight limitation is listed on the side wall of the tire. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any kind of weight training. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to the wheelchair and ... For chairs with a seat width of 14 to 22-inches, the weight limitation is void. DO NOT overinflate the tires. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 Weight Limitation ƽ WARNING The Tracer SX5 and Tracer SX5 Recliner wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as ...
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... while in a wheelchair, in vehicles of the end user. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to disengage. Part No. 1110550 15 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 SAFETY Wheel Locks ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to meet many needs of any kind...this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any wheelchair transportation systems. Wheelchair User ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to stop a moving wheelchair with push to lock wheel locks, elevating legrests, and wheel...
... while in a wheelchair, in vehicles of the end user. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to disengage. Part No. 1110550 15 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 SAFETY Wheel Locks ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to meet many needs of any kind...this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any wheelchair transportation systems. Wheelchair User ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to stop a moving wheelchair with push to lock wheel locks, elevating legrests, and wheel...
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... to the user, damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property. Your wheelchair has been designed to maintain stability and balance. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to practice and master these safe techniques until you DO NOT move beyond the center of gravity... often develop skills to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 2 SAFETY 2.2 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs Safety and handling of the wheelchair require the close attention ...
... to the user, damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property. Your wheelchair has been designed to maintain stability and balance. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to practice and master these safe techniques until you DO NOT move beyond the center of gravity... often develop skills to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 2 SAFETY 2.2 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs Safety and handling of the wheelchair require the close attention ...
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... without changing your knees. DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects behind you, as this may 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...
... without changing your knees. DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects behind you, as this may 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...
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... drop the last few inches to tackle curbs, short stairs, etc. Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 Wheelchair With Step Tubes Place foot on a non-removable (non-detachable) part. Step Tube FIGURE 2 Method 1 - Apply a continuous downward motion until the rear wheels roll up and...
... drop the last few inches to tackle curbs, short stairs, etc. Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 Wheelchair With Step Tubes Place foot on a non-removable (non-detachable) part. Step Tube FIGURE 2 Method 1 - Apply a continuous downward motion until the rear wheels roll up and...
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... caution is advised when it is not available: Part No. 1110550 19 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Follow this procedure... for moving . Turn the anti-tippers so the anti-tip wheels are pointing up and over the curb. Turn the anti-tippers so the anti-tip wheels are against the curb. Make sure to use only secure, non-detachable parts...lowered to the balance point and, in one continuous movement. Method 2 - Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. DO NOT return the front ...
... caution is advised when it is not available: Part No. 1110550 19 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Follow this procedure... for moving . Turn the anti-tippers so the anti-tip wheels are pointing up and over the curb. Turn the anti-tippers so the anti-tip wheels are against the curb. Make sure to use only secure, non-detachable parts...lowered to the balance point and, in one continuous movement. Method 2 - Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. DO NOT return the front ...
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... wheelchair for leverage and tilts the wheelchair back to the balance point. 3. Moving Down Stairs 1. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been...the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point, the assistant behind the wheelchair), securely grasps a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair for leverage and tilts the wheelchair back to the balance point. 3. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the ...
... wheelchair for leverage and tilts the wheelchair back to the balance point. 3. Moving Down Stairs 1. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been...the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point, the assistant behind the wheelchair), securely grasps a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair for leverage and tilts the wheelchair back to the balance point. 3. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the ...
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... an escalator to the object you are transferring onto. Shift body weight into seat with the front casters pointing parallel to it. Part No. 1110550 21 FIGURE 5 Transferring To and From Other Seats Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Use a transfer board if at all possible. Swing away or remove front rigging.
... an escalator to the object you are transferring onto. Shift body weight into seat with the front casters pointing parallel to it. Part No. 1110550 21 FIGURE 5 Transferring To and From Other Seats Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Use a transfer board if at all possible. Swing away or remove front rigging.