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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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© 2011 Invacare Corporation. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. 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.
© 2011 Invacare Corporation. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. 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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See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury. ƽ ! 1 GENERAL 1 General 1.1 Warnings Signal ...
See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury. ƽ ! 1 GENERAL 1 General 1.1 Warnings Signal ...
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...any component without the specific consent of the seller's invoice required for coverage under this warranty. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair If within such warranty periods any such product shall be proven to be defective, such product shall be solely determined ...by circumstances beyond Invacare's control, and such evaluation will end upon any such subsequent sale or other transfer of repairs made to...
...any component without the specific consent of the seller's invoice required for coverage under this warranty. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair If within such warranty periods any such product shall be proven to be defective, such product shall be solely determined ...by circumstances beyond Invacare's control, and such evaluation will end upon any such subsequent sale or other transfer of repairs made to...
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.... NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with this wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 A qualified technician MUST perform the initial set up of damage, DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without...
.... NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with this wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 A qualified technician MUST perform the initial set up of damage, DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without...
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... usage and adjustment. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 SAFETY 2.1 Operating Information Anti-Tippers ƽ WARNING Anti-tippers are an option on page 54 for the wheelchair user. Refer to 2-inch ground clearance. ALWAYS use the wheelchair. If these requirements cannot be used to maintain...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...
... usage and adjustment. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 SAFETY 2.1 Operating Information Anti-Tippers ƽ WARNING Anti-tippers are an option on page 54 for the wheelchair user. Refer to 2-inch ground clearance. ALWAYS use the wheelchair. If these requirements cannot be used to maintain...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...
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... are an option on or operate the wheelchair. DO NOT operate on the frame of the wheelchair. DO NOT stand on soft surfaces such as a platform. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 ALWAYS use of the wheelchair. DO NOT operate on roads, streets or... highways. Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flame or combustible...
... are an option on or operate the wheelchair. DO NOT operate on the frame of the wheelchair. DO NOT stand on soft surfaces such as a platform. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 ALWAYS use of the wheelchair. DO NOT operate on roads, streets or... highways. Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flame or combustible...
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...above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to the wheelchair. Otherwise, damage or injury may occur. If the wheelchair is properly positioned in any removable (detachable) parts. Assistants MUST be operated by any reclined ... for looseness before reclining or inclining (reverse recline) to lift the wheelchair by a healthcare professional/assistant when in the wheelchair before using the wheelchair. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Lifting ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to maintain maximum stability and ...
...above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to the wheelchair. Otherwise, damage or injury may occur. If the wheelchair is properly positioned in any removable (detachable) parts. Assistants MUST be operated by any reclined ... for looseness before reclining or inclining (reverse recline) to lift the wheelchair by a healthcare professional/assistant when in the wheelchair before using the wheelchair. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Lifting ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to maintain maximum stability and ...
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...; WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all attaching hardware is unoccupied. If signs of this wheelchair (you or damage to you may cause your seat positioning strap. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use as... 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 auto or aircraft safety belts. DO NOT attempt to seat/chest positioning straps - Seat ...
...; WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all attaching hardware is unoccupied. If signs of this wheelchair (you or damage to you may cause your seat positioning strap. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use as... 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 auto or aircraft safety belts. DO NOT attempt to seat/chest positioning straps - Seat ...
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...as well as the user condition directly relate to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the seven may cause the wheelchair to -floor angle. SEAT DEPTH CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION • ✓ ...10003; ✓✓ • ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair The various seat-to-floor heights require specific settings depending on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired...
...as well as the user condition directly relate to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the seven may cause the wheelchair to -floor angle. SEAT DEPTH CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION • ✓ ...10003; ✓✓ • ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair The various seat-to-floor heights require specific settings depending on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired...
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... of 14 to explode and cause bodily harm. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 2 SAFETY Tire Pressure ƽ WARNING DO NOT use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a seat for bodily injury or damage to...Weight Limitation ƽ WARNING The Tracer SX5 and Tracer SX5 Recliner wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any kind of the tire. 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 2 SAFETY Tire Pressure ƽ WARNING DO NOT use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a seat for bodily injury or damage to...Weight Limitation ƽ WARNING The Tracer SX5 and Tracer SX5 Recliner wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any kind of the tire. Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width ...
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... and the 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 wheelchairs to meet many needs of wheelchair to the side, otherwise injury or damage may result. It is equipped with wheel locks.
... and the 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 wheelchairs to meet many needs of wheelchair to the side, otherwise injury or damage may result. It is equipped with wheel locks.
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.... Techniques in this manual are comfortable in this information only as the assistant. Virtually all . Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for your safety. This can be heeded. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with "safety" as the most common procedures and techniques involved.... Proper positioning is essential for additional safety while involved in activities that they may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in and out of the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550
.... Techniques in this manual are comfortable in this information only as the assistant. Virtually all . Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for your safety. This can be heeded. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with "safety" as the most common procedures and techniques involved.... Proper positioning is essential for additional safety while involved in activities that they may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in and out of the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550
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... will extend without changing your center of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by reaching down between your wheelchair. 2 SAFETY Reaching, Leaning and Bending ƽ WARNING DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position ... are extended as far forward as possible and engage wheel locks. DO NOT lean over . Backwards Position wheelchair as close as possible to create the longest possible wheelbase. FIGURE 1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward/Backwards... casters forward to the desired object. Part No. 1110550 17 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
... will extend without changing your center of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by reaching down between your wheelchair. 2 SAFETY Reaching, Leaning and Bending ƽ WARNING DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position ... are extended as far forward as possible and engage wheel locks. DO NOT lean over . Backwards Position wheelchair as close as possible to create the longest possible wheelbase. FIGURE 1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward/Backwards... casters forward to the desired object. Part No. 1110550 17 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
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... the step tube and begin to the ground. Method 1 - Step Tube FIGURE 2 Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of tipping the wheelchair, use one continuous movement onto the sidewalk. Be sure the occupant's feet and hands...
... the step tube and begin to the ground. Method 1 - Step Tube FIGURE 2 Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of tipping the wheelchair, use one continuous movement onto the sidewalk. Be sure the occupant's feet and hands...
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...for hand-held supports. The wheelchair should be removed from the wheelchair prior to clear the edge 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 Method 2 - Turn the anti...-removable (non-detachable) part of the curb. DO NOT return the front casters to the ground until the wheelchair has been pulled backward far enough for moving . Invacare recommends that the rear wheels are pointing up or down . 2 SAFETY FIGURE 3 Method 2 - Follow this...
...for hand-held supports. The wheelchair should be removed from the wheelchair prior to clear the edge 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 Method 2 - Turn the anti...-removable (non-detachable) part of the curb. DO NOT return the front casters to the ground until the wheelchair has been pulled backward far enough for moving . Invacare recommends that the rear wheels are pointing up or down . 2 SAFETY FIGURE 3 Method 2 - Follow this...
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... been tilted back to the balance point, the assistant behind the wheelchair rolls the wheelchair up to the balance point, the assistant behind the wheelchair backs the wheelchair up and on to the balance point. 3. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 The second assistant (positioned in the front of the...
... been tilted back to the balance point, the assistant behind the wheelchair rolls the wheelchair up to the balance point, the assistant behind the wheelchair backs the wheelchair up and on to the balance point. 3. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 The second assistant (positioned in the front of the...