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BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide 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 IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair User Manual EN This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
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All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110558 Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. All rights reserved. © 2011 Invacare Corporation.
All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110558 Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. All rights reserved. © 2011 Invacare Corporation.
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... ...6 2 OVERVIEW 8 Label Locations...8 Component Identification ...9 Typical Product Parameters ...10 3 SAFETY 12 General Guidelines ...12 Operating Information...13 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...19 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 27 Safety Inspection Checklist ...27 Troubleshooting ...31 Maintenance ...31 Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube ...33 Replacing/Repairing Caster Tire...Legrest Assembly ...38 Installing H-Strap/Calf Strap ...38 Replacing Heel Loop ...39 6 ARMS 41 Part No. 1110558 3 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair
... ...6 2 OVERVIEW 8 Label Locations...8 Component Identification ...9 Typical Product Parameters ...10 3 SAFETY 12 General Guidelines ...12 Operating Information...13 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...19 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 27 Safety Inspection Checklist ...27 Troubleshooting ...31 Maintenance ...31 Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube ...33 Replacing/Repairing Caster Tire...Legrest Assembly ...38 Installing H-Strap/Calf Strap ...38 Replacing Heel Loop ...39 6 ARMS 41 Part No. 1110558 3 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair
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... OPTIONS 59 Installing Carrying Pocket ...59 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier...60 Installing the Seat Positioning Strap ...61 Installing the Wheel Lock Extension Handle...62 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 4 Part No. 1110558
... OPTIONS 59 Installing Carrying Pocket ...59 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier...60 Installing the Seat Positioning Strap ...61 Installing the Wheel Lock Extension Handle...62 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 4 Part No. 1110558
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... in damage to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in property damage or minor injury or both. Part No. 1110558 5 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in personal injury or property damage. 1 General 1 GENERAL 1.1 Symbols Warnings Signal words are used...
... in damage to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in property damage or minor injury or both. Part No. 1110558 5 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in personal injury or property damage. 1 General 1 GENERAL 1.1 Symbols Warnings Signal words are used...
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...exclusive remedy under this warranty will end upon any subsequent purchaser or owner. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110558 Invacare's sole obligation and your Invacare product. Do not return products to any such subsequent sale or other transfer... of purchase from Invacare or a dealer. coverage for a period of thirteen (13) months ...
...exclusive remedy under this warranty will end upon any subsequent purchaser or owner. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110558 Invacare's sole obligation and your Invacare product. Do not return products to any such subsequent sale or other transfer... of purchase from Invacare or a dealer. coverage for a period of thirteen (13) months ...
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... PROVIDED HEREIN. Part No. 1110558 7 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE, OR TO A PRODUCT DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE'S CONTROL, AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE ...SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY...
... PROVIDED HEREIN. Part No. 1110558 7 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE, OR TO A PRODUCT DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE'S CONTROL, AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE ...SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY...
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... Heavy Duty Wheel Package ! No. 1091552 On all adjustable anti-tippers Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110558 2 OVERVIEW 2 Overview 2.1 Label Locations Crossmember Lower Frame Tube Serial Number Label is located on the cross brace on the left side of ...
... Heavy Duty Wheel Package ! No. 1091552 On all adjustable anti-tippers Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110558 2 OVERVIEW 2 Overview 2.1 Label Locations Crossmember Lower Frame Tube Serial Number Label is located on the cross brace on the left side of ...
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2.2 Component Identification Back Upholstery Rear Wheel Handrim Rear Wheel Axle Wheel Lock 2 OVERVIEW Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame Front Caster Part No. 1110558 9 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair
2.2 Component Identification Back Upholstery Rear Wheel Handrim Rear Wheel Axle Wheel Lock 2 OVERVIEW Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame Front Caster Part No. 1110558 9 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair
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... Lock (Hemi) 8 x 11/4 inch Urethane 8 x 13/4 inch Semi Pneumatic Vinyl: Midnight Blue, Dove Grey, Ruby, Black, Camel Nylon: Black 42 pounds Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110558 Removable Swingaway Removable Footrests, Elevating Legrests, and Articulating Elevating Legrests Permanent 24* inch Composite Corded Urethane 24...
... Lock (Hemi) 8 x 11/4 inch Urethane 8 x 13/4 inch Semi Pneumatic Vinyl: Midnight Blue, Dove Grey, Ruby, Black, Camel Nylon: Black 42 pounds Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110558 Removable Swingaway Removable Footrests, Elevating Legrests, and Articulating Elevating Legrests Permanent 24* inch Composite Corded Urethane 24...
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Heavy Duty Option 450 lbs (205 Kgs) * Heights can vary 1/4 inch due to wheel options, tire wear, and manufacturing tolerances. ** These options are approximate and will vary depending on 22 inch wide wheelchair without front riggings. 2 OVERVIEW SHIPPING WEIGHT*** (APPROX.) WEIGHT LIMIT 52 pounds 350 lbs (159 kg); Part No. 1110558 11 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair All weights are standard for this model. *** Weights based on how the wheelchair is equipped.
Heavy Duty Option 450 lbs (205 Kgs) * Heights can vary 1/4 inch due to wheel options, tire wear, and manufacturing tolerances. ** These options are approximate and will vary depending on 22 inch wide wheelchair without front riggings. 2 OVERVIEW SHIPPING WEIGHT*** (APPROX.) WEIGHT LIMIT 52 pounds 350 lbs (159 kg); Part No. 1110558 11 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair All weights are standard for this model. *** Weights based on how the wheelchair is equipped.
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.... also, a qualified technician must perform all parts for further instruction. In case of this wheelchair. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are unable to use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material ...
.... also, a qualified technician must perform all parts for further instruction. In case of this wheelchair. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are unable to use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material ...
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... qualified technician. 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-floor ...If these requirements cannot be used to maintain a 11/2 to 2 inch ground clearance. Part No. 1110558 13 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair ALWAYS use the wheelchair. If changing the seat-to-floor height with or without a change to seat-to-floor angle, the correct ...
... qualified technician. 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-floor ...If these requirements cannot be used to maintain a 11/2 to 2 inch ground clearance. Part No. 1110558 13 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair ALWAYS use the wheelchair. If changing the seat-to-floor height with or without a change to seat-to-floor angle, the correct ...
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... bystanders. DO NOT operate on the handle. Otherwise, damage or injury may result. Avoid storing or using the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110558 Use of the wheelchair, make sure that the handgrips DO NOT twist on soft surfaces such as a platform. When cleaning rear...
... bystanders. DO NOT operate on the handle. Otherwise, damage or injury may result. Avoid storing or using the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110558 Use of the wheelchair, make sure that the handgrips DO NOT twist on soft surfaces such as a platform. When cleaning rear...
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... assistant help you or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT attempt to ride over and cause bodily harm to move up or down ramps or slopes greater than 9°. NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair on a sloped surface. Part No. 1110558 15 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra... Wide Wheelchair DO NOT attempt to you before attempting it alone. Lifting ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt ...
... assistant help you or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT attempt to ride over and cause bodily harm to move up or down ramps or slopes greater than 9°. NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair on a sloped surface. Part No. 1110558 15 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra... Wide Wheelchair DO NOT attempt to you before attempting it alone. Lifting ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt ...
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... obligation of wear appear, strap MUST be performed by a qualified technician. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110558 It is not designed for the wheelchair user. If signs of the DME dealer, therapists and other healthcare professionals.../chest positioning strap is required to -floor angle. Serious injury can occur in stability. These adjustments must be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied. These adjustments must be replaced IMMEDIATELY. 3 SAFETY Repair or Service Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all ...
... obligation of wear appear, strap MUST be performed by a qualified technician. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110558 It is not designed for the wheelchair user. If signs of the DME dealer, therapists and other healthcare professionals.../chest positioning strap is required to -floor angle. Serious injury can occur in stability. These adjustments must be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied. These adjustments must be replaced IMMEDIATELY. 3 SAFETY Repair or Service Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all ...
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...8226; Weight Limitation ƽ WARNING The Tracer IV wheelchair with the heavy duty wheel package has a weight limitation of 450 lbs (205 kg.). Part No. 1110558 17 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 3 SAFETY . The Tracer IV wheelchair with standard wheel package has a weight limitation of ...the wheelchair. CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-...
...8226; Weight Limitation ƽ WARNING The Tracer IV wheelchair with the heavy duty wheel package has a weight limitation of 450 lbs (205 kg.). Part No. 1110558 17 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 3 SAFETY . The Tracer IV wheelchair with standard wheel package has a weight limitation of ...the wheelchair. CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-...
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...disengage. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any wheelchair transportation systems. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110558 If the wheelchair is void. Invacare wheelchairs have not been designed or tested...of this date, the Department of the wheelchair. It is Invacare's position that may cause the wheel lock to the wheelchair and the warranty is equipped with wheel locks. Wheelchair Tie Down Restraints ƽ WARNING Wheelchair users should be transferred into or out of...
...disengage. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any wheelchair transportation systems. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110558 If the wheelchair is void. Invacare wheelchairs have not been designed or tested...of this date, the Department of the wheelchair. It is Invacare's position that may cause the wheel lock to the wheelchair and the warranty is equipped with wheel locks. Wheelchair Tie Down Restraints ƽ WARNING Wheelchair users should be transferred into or out of...
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..., damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property. To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you DO NOT move beyond the center of the wheelchair user as well as a basic guide. However, final selection of the type of the end user. Wheelchair User 3 SAFETY ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide...
..., damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property. To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you DO NOT move beyond the center of the wheelchair user as well as a basic guide. However, final selection of the type of the end user. Wheelchair User 3 SAFETY ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide...
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...that they are pointing in the presence of the wheelchair. FIGURE 1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward/Backward Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110558 3 SAFETY DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the back ...the casters are extended as far forward as a tool to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. These movements will extend without changing your arm will cause a change to maintain stability and balance. Reaching, Leaning and Bending ƽ ...
...that they are pointing in the presence of the wheelchair. FIGURE 1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward/Backward Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110558 3 SAFETY DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the back ...the casters are extended as far forward as a tool to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. These movements will extend without changing your arm will cause a change to maintain stability and balance. Reaching, Leaning and Bending ƽ ...