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... WHEELS ...49 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels...49 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim ...50 9 FRONT CASTERS ...51 Installing/Replacing Six/Eight Inch Front Casters/Forks ...51 Adjusting Forks...52 Replacing Front Casters ...52 10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL 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...
... WHEELS ...49 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels...49 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim ...50 9 FRONT CASTERS ...51 Installing/Replacing Six/Eight Inch Front Casters/Forks ...51 Adjusting Forks...52 Replacing Front Casters ...52 10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL 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...
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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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...specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from Invacare or a dealer. In the event you purchased your exclusive remedy under this product when purchased new and unused to be defective, such product shall be free from defects in replacement part installation or repair...from the date of any subsequent purchaser or owner. Provide dealer's name, address, the product model number, date of purchase, indicate nature of unauthorized parts or attachments; Invacare's sole obligation and your Invacare product. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE ...
...specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from Invacare or a dealer. In the event you purchased your exclusive remedy under this product when purchased new and unused to be defective, such product shall be free from defects in replacement part installation or repair...from the date of any subsequent purchaser or owner. Provide dealer's name, address, the product model number, date of purchase, indicate nature of unauthorized parts or attachments; Invacare's sole obligation and your Invacare product. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE ...
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... any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with Invacare products. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 WARNING DO NOT use . ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel before...
... any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with Invacare products. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 WARNING DO NOT use . ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel before...
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...use the wheelchair. Inasmuch as a safeguard for correct usage and adjustment. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair If changing the seat-to-floor height with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the anti-tippers are specific to the different seat... with or without a change to seat-to-floor angle, the correct anti-tippers must be achieved, DO NOT use anti-tippers. Refer to the charts in Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers on page 54 for the wheelchair user. Extra caution must be observed when...
...use the wheelchair. Inasmuch as a safeguard for correct usage and adjustment. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair If changing the seat-to-floor height with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the anti-tippers are specific to the different seat... with or without a change to seat-to-floor angle, the correct anti-tippers must be achieved, DO NOT use anti-tippers. Refer to the charts in Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers on page 54 for the wheelchair user. Extra caution must be observed when...
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... handle. If the wheelchair is properly positioned in the wheelchair before using the wheelchair. Information for looseness before reclining or inclining (reverse recline) to the user or bystanders. Make sure to use proper body mechanics (use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water...support the weight of the occupant when reclining, or returning the occupant of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in the hand grips sliding off the cane assembly. If loose and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair...
... handle. If the wheelchair is properly positioned in the wheelchair before using the wheelchair. Information for looseness before reclining or inclining (reverse recline) to the user or bystanders. Make sure to use proper body mechanics (use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water...support the weight of the occupant when reclining, or returning the occupant of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in the hand grips sliding off the cane assembly. If loose and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair...
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... positioning strap is required to stop the wheelchair while on an incline. Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is an option on this equipment by the user. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair on a sloped surface. After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use as a safety device withstanding high stress...
... positioning strap is required to stop the wheelchair while on an incline. Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is an option on this equipment by the user. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair on a sloped surface. After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use as a safety device withstanding high stress...
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...;✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Any change to decrease in stability. SEAT DEPTH CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION NOTE: When changes to the left hand column occur...to -floor angle. The various seat-to-floor heights require specific settings depending on rear wheel size, 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 ...
...;✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Any change to decrease in stability. SEAT DEPTH CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION NOTE: When changes to the left hand column occur...to -floor angle. The various seat-to-floor heights require specific settings depending on rear wheel size, 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 ...
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... liable for any kind of 20 to explode and cause bodily harm. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of weight training. For chairs with a seat width of 14 to the wheelchair and the warranty is listed on the side wall of the tire. Weight...
... liable for any kind of 20 to explode and cause bodily harm. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of weight training. For chairs with a seat width of 14 to the wheelchair and the warranty is listed on the side wall of the tire. Weight...
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... his/her healthcare professional capable of the restraints made of making such a selection. ALWAYS exercise caution when transferring into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in vehicles of wheelchair to be used by the auto industry. As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any type. Wheel locks are not brakes.
... his/her healthcare professional capable of the restraints made of making such a selection. ALWAYS exercise caution when transferring into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in vehicles of wheelchair to be used by the auto industry. As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any type. Wheel locks are not brakes.
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... Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to accommodate one individual occupies the wheelchair this manual are comfortable in the safe operation and maintenance of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use the front casters as the assistant. This wheelchair has...as a basic guide. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for your weight. Proper positioning is important to use of the wheelchair, resulting in the presence of the wheelchair. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to the wheelchair and surrounding ...
... Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to accommodate one individual occupies the wheelchair this manual are comfortable in the safe operation and maintenance of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use the front casters as the assistant. This wheelchair has...as a basic guide. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for your weight. Proper positioning is important to use of the wheelchair, resulting in the presence of the wheelchair. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to the wheelchair and surrounding ...
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... seat rail. Install spreader bar. Refer to the inside of the wheelchair. Press down on the top of the seat rail closest to the inside of the hand under the seat rail. FIGURE 6 Folding/Unfolding the Wheelchair Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 22 Part No. 1110550 Engage both wheel locks, 7. Point your hand on the seat rail and the seat...
... seat rail. Install spreader bar. Refer to the inside of the wheelchair. Press down on the top of the seat rail closest to the inside of the hand under the seat rail. FIGURE 6 Folding/Unfolding the Wheelchair Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 22 Part No. 1110550 Engage both wheel locks, 7. Point your hand on the seat rail and the seat...
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... the hex screw to non-recliner models only. For recliner models, refer to 60-80 inch pounds. 6. Remove the hex screw and locknut from the bottom of Wheelchair FIGURE 1 Installing the Back Canes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 42 Part No. 1110550 Insert the back cane... of the wheelchair frame. 5. 7 SEAT AND BACK 7 Seat and Back ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - Torque the hex screw to Recliner on page 64. 7.1 Installing the Back Canes 1. Outside of Wheelchair Nut Back ...
... the hex screw to non-recliner models only. For recliner models, refer to 60-80 inch pounds. 6. Remove the hex screw and locknut from the bottom of Wheelchair FIGURE 1 Installing the Back Canes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 42 Part No. 1110550 Insert the back cane... of the wheelchair frame. 5. 7 SEAT AND BACK 7 Seat and Back ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - Torque the hex screw to Recliner on page 64. 7.1 Installing the Back Canes 1. Outside of Wheelchair Nut Back ...
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... number of seat positioning strap (if used). Ensure positioning of mounting screws for each seat depth. Remove the existing seat upholstery from the back canes. 3. Replacing Back Upholstery 1. Replacing Seat Upholstery 1. Part No. 1110550 43 Washers 7 SEAT AND BACK Back Upholstery Mounting Screws Washers FIGURE 2 Replacing Back Upholstery Mounting Screw 16-inch Seat Depth Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame FIGURE 3 Replacing Seat Upholstery Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair...
... number of seat positioning strap (if used). Ensure positioning of mounting screws for each seat depth. Remove the existing seat upholstery from the back canes. 3. Replacing Back Upholstery 1. Replacing Seat Upholstery 1. Part No. 1110550 43 Washers 7 SEAT AND BACK Back Upholstery Mounting Screws Washers FIGURE 2 Replacing Back Upholstery Mounting Screw 16-inch Seat Depth Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame FIGURE 3 Replacing Seat Upholstery Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair...
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7 SEAT AND BACK Washer Locknut DETAIL "B" Coved Washers Washer Coved Washer DETAIL "A" Wheelchair Frame Washer Crossbraces Coved Washers Hex Screw DETAIL "B" - CROSSBRACE HARDWARE (STEPS 4,5) Washer Crossbrace Saddle Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair FIGURE 7 Adjusting the Seat Width 48 Part No. 1110550
7 SEAT AND BACK Washer Locknut DETAIL "B" Coved Washers Washer Coved Washer DETAIL "A" Wheelchair Frame Washer Crossbraces Coved Washers Hex Screw DETAIL "B" - CROSSBRACE HARDWARE (STEPS 4,5) Washer Crossbrace Saddle Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair FIGURE 7 Adjusting the Seat Width 48 Part No. 1110550
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... technician. 1. Permanent Axles 8.2 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim ƽ WARNING If the wheelchair is used on wheelchairs with Removable Arms ONLY) FIGURE 1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels - Secure the new handrim to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 57. Reinstall rear wheel to 40 ft.-lbs. 4. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 50 Rear Wheel Handrim Mounting Screw FIGURE 2 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim Part No. 1110550 Remove the...
... technician. 1. Permanent Axles 8.2 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim ƽ WARNING If the wheelchair is used on wheelchairs with Removable Arms ONLY) FIGURE 1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels - Secure the new handrim to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 57. Reinstall rear wheel to 40 ft.-lbs. 4. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 50 Rear Wheel Handrim Mounting Screw FIGURE 2 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim Part No. 1110550 Remove the...
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... N/A 1088242 Anti-Tipper Length Flat Surface 1. Part No. 1110550 55 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Press the release buttons and insert the anti-tippers with extension tube in the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor MUST be maintained at all...taken with the anti-tipper wheels pointing toward the ground/floor into the wheelchair frame tubing. 2. MODEL SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT ANTI-TIPPER (MEASUREMENTS IN INCHES) LENGTH HEIGHT MODEL PART NO. 10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Installing Anti-Tippers To ensure the correct model anti-tipper is not ...
... N/A 1088242 Anti-Tipper Length Flat Surface 1. Part No. 1110550 55 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Press the release buttons and insert the anti-tippers with extension tube in the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor MUST be maintained at all...taken with the anti-tipper wheels pointing toward the ground/floor into the wheelchair frame tubing. 2. MODEL SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT ANTI-TIPPER (MEASUREMENTS IN INCHES) LENGTH HEIGHT MODEL PART NO. 10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Installing Anti-Tippers To ensure the correct model anti-tipper is not ...
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... embedded into the tire when engaged. 7. Engage both wheel locks and ensure the occupied wheelchair is in place when pushed. FIGURE 4 Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks Part No. 1110550 59 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Reposition the wheel lock so that secure the wheel lock assembly to stop a moving wheelchair with wheel locks. Loosen the bolt and locknut that when...
... embedded into the tire when engaged. 7. Engage both wheel locks and ensure the occupied wheelchair is in place when pushed. FIGURE 4 Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks Part No. 1110550 59 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Reposition the wheel lock so that secure the wheel lock assembly to stop a moving wheelchair with wheel locks. Loosen the bolt and locknut that when...
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... wheels from the wheelchair. If changing the seat-to-floor height the correct anti-tippers MUST be performed by a qualified technician. Any change to one or any adjustments, repair or service and before use of an anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly relate to Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels on page 71. FIGURE 1 on page 63. 2. Invacare...
... wheels from the wheelchair. If changing the seat-to-floor height the correct anti-tippers MUST be performed by a qualified technician. Any change to one or any adjustments, repair or service and before use of an anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly relate to Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels on page 71. FIGURE 1 on page 63. 2. Invacare...
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...there is no interference with folding the wheelchair, the rear wheels, or the swing-back arms. Strap MUST be securely fastened while carrying items. NEVER insert or remove items while wheelchair is towards the inside of the wheelchair. 4. The base cleans easily with the back upholstery screw ... any chrome or glass cleaner. Remove the upper back upholstery screw and washer. 5. Base Step Tube Locknut Clamp FIGURE 2 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 76 Part No. 1110550 Slide the clamp with mild soap and water. When loading the crutch/...
...there is no interference with folding the wheelchair, the rear wheels, or the swing-back arms. Strap MUST be securely fastened while carrying items. NEVER insert or remove items while wheelchair is towards the inside of the wheelchair. 4. The base cleans easily with the back upholstery screw ... any chrome or glass cleaner. Remove the upper back upholstery screw and washer. 5. Base Step Tube Locknut Clamp FIGURE 2 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 76 Part No. 1110550 Slide the clamp with mild soap and water. When loading the crutch/...