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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. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair User Manual EN This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
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Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 All rights reserved. © 2011 Invacare Corporation. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont.
Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 All rights reserved. © 2011 Invacare Corporation. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont.
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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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Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in death or serious injury. ...
Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in death or serious injury. ...
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... products if the serial number 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 the original purchaser who purchases this warranty will be limited to state. THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY ... Warranty PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Coverage under this page.
... products if the serial number 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 the original purchaser who purchases this warranty will be limited to state. THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY ... Warranty PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Coverage under this page.
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... safety section contains important information for use with Invacare products. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Contact Invacare/Carrier for use this wheelchair. If you are specifically designed and manufactured for... further instruction. Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare ...
... safety section contains important information for use with Invacare products. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Contact Invacare/Carrier for use this wheelchair. If you are specifically designed and manufactured for... further instruction. Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare ...
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...and/or seat-to 2-inch ground clearance. 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. Contact a qualified technician. Inasmuch as a safeguard for correct usage and ...adjustment. Anti-tippers must be achieved, DO NOT use anti-tippers. ALWAYS use the wheelchair. Refer to the charts in Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers on page 54 for the wheelchair user. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5...
...and/or seat-to 2-inch ground clearance. 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. Contact a qualified technician. Inasmuch as a safeguard for correct usage and ...adjustment. Anti-tippers must be achieved, DO NOT use anti-tippers. ALWAYS use the wheelchair. Refer to the charts in Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers on page 54 for the wheelchair user. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5...
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... the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use the handrims for the wheelchair user. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as a platform. DO NOT use the footplate as an... additional safeguard for self-propulsion. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flame or combustible products. When getting in or out of the wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are an option on...
... the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use the handrims for the wheelchair user. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as a platform. DO NOT use the footplate as an... additional safeguard for self-propulsion. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flame or combustible products. When getting in or out of the wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are an option on...
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... occur. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts. When cleaning rear cane or hand grip areas use . If the wheelchair is properly positioned in injury to the full upright position. Assistants MUST be operated by any removable (detachable) parts of soap or... ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in any reclined position. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Otherwise, damage or injury may result in the wheelchair before using the wheelchair. Make sure to use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water. ALWAYS ...
... occur. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts. When cleaning rear cane or hand grip areas use . If the wheelchair is properly positioned in injury to the full upright position. Assistants MUST be operated by any removable (detachable) parts of soap or... ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in any reclined position. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Otherwise, damage or injury may result in the wheelchair before using the wheelchair. Make sure to use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water. ALWAYS ...
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... make sure all service and adjustment should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. DO NOT attempt to tip over curbs or obstacles. If signs of a fall from a wheelchair. Doing so may cause your seat positioning strap. Repair and Service Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury... it is the obligation of the DME dealer, therapists and other healthcare professionals to determine if a seat/chest positioning strap is a positioning strap only. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550
... make sure all service and adjustment should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. DO NOT attempt to tip over curbs or obstacles. If signs of a fall from a wheelchair. Doing so may cause your seat positioning strap. Repair and Service Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury... it is the obligation of the DME dealer, therapists and other healthcare professionals to determine if a seat/chest positioning strap is a positioning strap only. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550
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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, use of anti-tipper..., rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired seat-to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. SEAT DEPTH...
...; ✓ ✓✓ • ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • 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, use of anti-tipper..., rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired seat-to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. SEAT DEPTH...
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... injury or damage to 18-inches, the weight limitation is void. Weight Training ƽ WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of 20 to explode and cause... bodily harm. The recommended tire pressure is 300 lbs (136 kg). Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to 22-inches, the weight limitation is ...
... injury or damage to 18-inches, the weight limitation is void. Weight Training ƽ WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of 20 to explode and cause... bodily harm. The recommended tire pressure is 300 lbs (136 kg). Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to 22-inches, the weight limitation is ...
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... equipped with push to be transferred into or out of a user while in a wheelchair, in vehicles for transportation of the wheelchair. 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 the side, otherwise injury or damage may not prevent the...
... equipped with push to be transferred into or out of a user while in a wheelchair, in vehicles for transportation of the wheelchair. 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 the side, otherwise injury or damage may not prevent the...
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... until you are pointing in this manual are discussed on the center of gravity. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you DO NOT move beyond the center of gravity. This can be heeded...deal with "safety" as the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to the wheelchair and surrounding property. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for all times.
... until you are pointing in this manual are discussed on the center of gravity. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you DO NOT move beyond the center of gravity. This can be heeded...deal with "safety" as the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to the wheelchair and surrounding property. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for all times.
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.../Backwards Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of gravity to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by reaching...wheelchair to tip over . Point front casters forward to create the longest possible wheelbase. 2 SAFETY Reaching, Leaning and Bending ƽ WARNING DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward direction you are extended as far forward as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position. Part No. 1110550 17 Invacare...® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
.../Backwards Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of gravity to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by reaching...wheelchair to tip over . Point front casters forward to create the longest possible wheelbase. 2 SAFETY Reaching, Leaning and Bending ƽ WARNING DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward direction you are extended as far forward as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position. Part No. 1110550 17 Invacare...® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
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...-detachable) part. Step Tube FIGURE 2 Method 1 - Inform the wheelchair occupant before tipping the wheelchair and remind him/her to tilt the wheelchair toward you. After mastering the techniques of tipping the wheelchair, use one continuous movement onto the sidewalk. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 Method 1 - Apply a continuous downward...
...-detachable) part. Step Tube FIGURE 2 Method 1 - Inform the wheelchair occupant before tipping the wheelchair and remind him/her to tilt the wheelchair toward you. After mastering the techniques of tipping the wheelchair, use one continuous movement onto the sidewalk. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 Method 1 - Apply a continuous downward...
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...curb. Make sure 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 The first assistant should be tilted back to the .... Follow this procedure for hand-held supports. Method 2 - Wheelchair Without Step Tubes This method requires two assistants. Roll the wheelchair backward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Turn the anti...
...curb. Make sure 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 The first assistant should be tilted back to the .... Follow this procedure for hand-held supports. Method 2 - Wheelchair Without Step Tubes This method requires two assistants. Roll the wheelchair backward and slowly lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Turn the anti...
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... grasps a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair for leverage and tilts the wheelchair back to the balance point. 3. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 2 SAFETY Moving Up Stairs 1. One assistant (positioned behind the wheelchair backs the wheelchair up to the next stair below and repeats process. 5. The second...
... grasps a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair for leverage and tilts the wheelchair back to the balance point. 3. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 2 SAFETY Moving Up Stairs 1. One assistant (positioned behind the wheelchair backs the wheelchair up to the next stair below and repeats process. 5. The second...