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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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Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. © 2011 Invacare Corporation. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. All rights reserved. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110558 Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. 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. © 2011 Invacare Corporation. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. All rights reserved. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110558 Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.
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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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... 1.1 Symbols Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to property if it is not avoided. Part No. 1110558 5 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for definitions of the signal words. ƽ DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which...
... 1.1 Symbols Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to property if it is not avoided. Part No. 1110558 5 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for definitions of the signal words. ƽ DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which...
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... rights and you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to state. Product repairs shall not extend this warranty. Invacare's sole obligation and your Invacare product. Do not return products to be defective, such product shall be free from whom you purchased your exclusive remedy under this... or assignable to any other transfer of the seller's invoice required for coverage under this limited warranty terminates. Coverage under this warranty - Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110558
... rights and you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to state. Product repairs shall not extend this warranty. Invacare's sole obligation and your Invacare product. Do not return products to be defective, such product shall be free from whom you purchased your exclusive remedy under this... or assignable to any other transfer of the seller's invoice required for coverage under this limited warranty terminates. Coverage under this warranty - Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110558
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... TO NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS. Part No. 1110558 7 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED... 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, MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; SOME STATES DO NOT...
... TO NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS. Part No. 1110558 7 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED... 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, MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; SOME STATES DO NOT...
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... is located on the cross brace on the left side of the chair ! No. 1091552 On all adjustable anti-tippers Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110558 WARNING Refer to the Owner's Manual for proper anti-tipper setting. ! WARNING Do not operate without the antitip...
... is located on the cross brace on the left side of the chair ! No. 1091552 On all adjustable anti-tippers Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110558 WARNING Refer to the Owner's Manual for proper anti-tipper setting. ! WARNING Do not operate without the antitip...
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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. All weights are standard for this model. *** Weights based on how the wheelchair is equipped. Part No. 1110558 11 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 2 OVERVIEW SHIPPING WEIGHT*** (APPROX.) WEIGHT LIMIT 52 pounds 350 lbs (159 kg);
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. All weights are standard for this model. *** Weights based on how the wheelchair is equipped. Part No. 1110558 11 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 2 OVERVIEW SHIPPING WEIGHT*** (APPROX.) WEIGHT LIMIT 52 pounds 350 lbs (159 kg);
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...operation and use of damage, DO NOT use. If you are not recommended for use with this wheelchair. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or ... INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. otherwise, injury or damage may occur. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110558 A qualified technician MUST perform the initial set up of this product or optional ...
...operation and use of damage, DO NOT use. If you are not recommended for use with this wheelchair. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or ... INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. otherwise, injury or damage may occur. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110558 A qualified technician MUST perform the initial set up of this product or optional ...
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...2 inch ground clearance. Inasmuch as an additional safeguard for correct usage and adjustment. Part No. 1110558 13 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair ALWAYS use the wheelchair. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti tippers may order with or without a...height 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 the charts in Installing/Adjusting Anti-tippers on this wheelchair (you may not provide the same ...
...2 inch ground clearance. Inasmuch as an additional safeguard for correct usage and adjustment. Part No. 1110558 13 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair ALWAYS use the wheelchair. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti tippers may order with or without a...height 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 the charts in Installing/Adjusting Anti-tippers on this wheelchair (you may not provide the same ...
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...on or operate the wheelchair. Hand Grips ƽ WARNING ALWAYS check hand grips for the wheelchair user. If the wheelchair is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to play on the frame of the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer IV...174;Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110558 Serious injury or damage to use , ensure that grips are an option on the handle. ...
...on or operate the wheelchair. Hand Grips ƽ WARNING ALWAYS check hand grips for the wheelchair user. If the wheelchair is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to play on the frame of the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer IV...174;Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110558 Serious injury or damage to use , ensure that grips are an option on the handle. ...
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DO NOT attempt to use good body mechanics. Part No. 1110558 15 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 3 SAFETY Information for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants ƽ WARNING When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to ride over and cause bodily harm to you ...ƽ WARNING DO NOT traverse, climb or go down an incline with a water, ice or oil film. DO NOT attempt to the wheelchair. When learning a new assistance technique, have an experienced assistant help you or damage to move up or down ramps or slopes greater than 9...
DO NOT attempt to use good body mechanics. Part No. 1110558 15 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 3 SAFETY Information for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants ƽ WARNING When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to ride over and cause bodily harm to you ...ƽ WARNING DO NOT traverse, climb or go down an incline with a water, ice or oil film. DO NOT attempt to the wheelchair. When learning a new assistance technique, have an experienced assistant help you or damage to move up or down ramps or slopes greater than 9...
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.... Any change to one or any combination of this wheelchair (you may cause the wheelchair to decrease in the event of wear appear, strap MUST be performed by the user. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110558 It is not designed for... the wheelchair user. If signs of a fall from a wheelchair. Serious injury can occur in stability. These adjustments must be ...
.... Any change to one or any combination of this wheelchair (you may cause the wheelchair to decrease in the event of wear appear, strap MUST be performed by the user. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110558 It is not designed for... the wheelchair user. If signs of a fall from a wheelchair. Serious injury can occur in stability. These adjustments must be ...
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Part No. 1110558 17 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION When changes to the left hand column occur, follow across the chart ... X • X XXX WHEEL SIZE XX • XXX WHEEL POSITION X X X • XX ANTI-TIPPERS XX X X • X USER CONDITION X X X X X • Weight Limitation ƽ WARNING The Tracer IV wheelchair with the heavy duty wheel package has a weight limitation of 450 lbs (205 kg.). 3 SAFETY . The Tracer IV...
Part No. 1110558 17 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION When changes to the left hand column occur, follow across the chart ... X • X XXX WHEEL SIZE XX • XXX WHEEL POSITION X X X • XX ANTI-TIPPERS XX X X • X USER CONDITION X X X X X • Weight Limitation ƽ WARNING The Tracer IV wheelchair with the heavy duty wheel package has a weight limitation of 450 lbs (205 kg.). 3 SAFETY . The Tracer IV...
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... not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in wheelchairs. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any wheelchair transportation systems. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110558 3 SAFETY Weight Training ƽ WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use be made of the restraints made available...
... not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in wheelchairs. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any wheelchair transportation systems. Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110558 3 SAFETY Weight Training ƽ WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use be made of the restraints made available...
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...your weight. If more than one individual. Virtually all times. Part No. 1110558 19 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for him/her in overcoming architectural... comfortable in activities that may encounter. Wheelchair User 3 SAFETY ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many . This wheelchair has been designed to accommodate one individual occupies the wheelchair this information only as the assistant....
...your weight. If more than one individual. Virtually all times. Part No. 1110558 19 Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for him/her in overcoming architectural... comfortable in activities that may encounter. Wheelchair User 3 SAFETY ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many . This wheelchair has been designed to accommodate one individual occupies the wheelchair this information only as the assistant....
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... or sitting position toward direction you , as this may tip over . FIGURE 1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward/Backward Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110558 Forward Position the front casters so that they are reaching as possible to create the longest possible...in the forward position whenever you have to use of the armrests. 3 SAFETY DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the wheelchair. DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you lean forward. Make sure the casters are pointing in the seat or ...
... or sitting position toward direction you , as this may tip over . FIGURE 1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward/Backward Invacare® Tracer IV®Heavy Duty/Extra Wide Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110558 Forward Position the front casters so that they are reaching as possible to create the longest possible...in the forward position whenever you have to use of the armrests. 3 SAFETY DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the wheelchair. DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you lean forward. Make sure the casters are pointing in the seat or ...