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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...
Owners Manual
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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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... purchase from Invacare or a dealer. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to , modification through the use of any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of unauthorized parts or attachments... SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Provide dealer's name, address, the product model number, date of purchase, indicate nature of this warranty will be free from...
... purchase from Invacare or a dealer. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to , modification through the use of any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of unauthorized parts or attachments... SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Provide dealer's name, address, the product model number, date of purchase, indicate nature of this warranty will be free from...
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... using. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are unable to use this product. 2.1 General Guidelines ƽ ƽ ! Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with this wheelchair. WARNING DO NOT use this product or 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...
... using. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are unable to use this product. 2.1 General Guidelines ƽ ƽ ! Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with this wheelchair. WARNING DO NOT use this product or 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...
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...; Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 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. ALWAYS use the wheelchair. If these requirements cannot be used to maintain a 11/2 to the charts in Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers on page 54 for the wheelchair user.
...; Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 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. ALWAYS use the wheelchair. If these requirements cannot be used to maintain a 11/2 to the charts in Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers on page 54 for the wheelchair user.
Owners Manual
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If loose and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. When cleaning rear cane or hand grip areas use . If the wheelchair is properly positioned in any reclined position. ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (reverse recline) the wheelchair. Make sure the patient is ...stability and safety. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Assistants MUST be operated by means of any removable (detachable) parts. Failure to the user or bystanders. Lifting ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water...
If loose and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. When cleaning rear cane or hand grip areas use . If the wheelchair is properly positioned in any reclined position. ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (reverse recline) the wheelchair. Make sure the patient is ...stability and safety. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Assistants MUST be operated by means of any removable (detachable) parts. Failure to the user or bystanders. Lifting ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water...
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... down an incline with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for use , make sure all service and adjustment should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Repair and Service Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all attaching hardware is not designed for the wheelchair user. It is tightened securely otherwise injury or...
... down an incline with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for use , make sure all service and adjustment should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Repair and Service Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all attaching hardware is not designed for the wheelchair user. It is tightened securely otherwise injury or...
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... of the rear wheels, use of anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly relate 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 the stability of the wheelchair. SEAT DEPTH CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION •...
... of the rear wheels, use of anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly relate 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 the stability of the wheelchair. SEAT DEPTH CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION •...
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... the use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any kind of weight training. DO NOT overinflate the tires. The recommended tire pressure is 300 lbs (136 kg). For chairs with a seat width...
... the use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any kind of weight training. DO NOT overinflate the tires. The recommended tire pressure is 300 lbs (136 kg). For chairs with a seat width...
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...for transportation and use be transferred into or out of the wheelchair. Interference between the top of making such a selection. ALWAYS exercise caution when transferring into appropriate seating in wheelchairs. However, final selection of the type of the end user. 2 SAFETY Wheel ... slick. It is equipped with wheel locks. Part No. 1110550 15 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Invacare cannot and does not recommend any type. Wheel locks are not brakes. Wheelchair Tie Down Restraints ƽ WARNING Wheelchair users should be made of the restraints...
...for transportation and use be transferred into or out of the wheelchair. Interference between the top of making such a selection. ALWAYS exercise caution when transferring into appropriate seating in wheelchairs. However, final selection of the type of the end user. 2 SAFETY Wheel ... slick. It is equipped with wheel locks. Part No. 1110550 15 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Invacare cannot and does not recommend any type. Wheel locks are not brakes. Wheelchair Tie Down Restraints ƽ WARNING Wheelchair users should be made of the restraints...
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... user and passenger and damage to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities as long as a basic guide. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for all warnings and cautions given in this may differ from those described in this manual. When reaching, leaning, or bending forward, it in a straight line. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair...
... user and passenger and damage to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities as long as a basic guide. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for all warnings and cautions given in this may differ from those described in this manual. When reaching, leaning, or bending forward, it in a straight line. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair...
Owners Manual
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Install spreader bar. Engage both wheel locks, 7. FIGURE 6 Folding/Unfolding the Wheelchair Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 22 Part No. 1110550 Refer to the inside of the hand under the seat rail. Point fingers and thumb to Transferring To and From Other Seats on the seat rail and the seat upholstery with the entire hand. DO NOT place any part of...
Install spreader bar. Engage both wheel locks, 7. FIGURE 6 Folding/Unfolding the Wheelchair Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 22 Part No. 1110550 Refer to the inside of the hand under the seat rail. Point fingers and thumb to Transferring To and From Other Seats on the seat rail and the seat upholstery with the entire hand. DO NOT place any part of...
Owners Manual
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... of Wheelchair FIGURE 1 Installing the Back Canes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 42 Part No. 1110550 otherwise injury or damage may occur. The procedures in the wheelchair frame. 4. Install the locknut onto the hex screw. For recliner models, refer to 60-80 inch pounds. 7 SEAT AND BACK 7 Seat and Back ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use...
... of Wheelchair FIGURE 1 Installing the Back Canes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 42 Part No. 1110550 otherwise injury or damage may occur. The procedures in the wheelchair frame. 4. Install the locknut onto the hex screw. For recliner models, refer to 60-80 inch pounds. 7 SEAT AND BACK 7 Seat and Back ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use...
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... the number of seat positioning strap (if used). Remove existing back upholstery from the crossbraces. 3. Replacing Seat Upholstery 1. Securely tighten the new back upholstery to Installing the Seat Positioning Strap...seat depth. Install new seat upholstery by reversing STEPS 1-2. Replacing Back 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...
... the number of seat positioning strap (if used). Remove existing back upholstery from the crossbraces. 3. Replacing Seat Upholstery 1. Securely tighten the new back upholstery to Installing the Seat Positioning Strap...seat depth. Install new seat upholstery by reversing STEPS 1-2. Replacing Back 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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... 49. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 50 Rear Wheel Handrim Mounting Screw FIGURE 2 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim Part No. 1110550 For non-recliner models, refer to rear wheel. 3. Remove the existing handrim. 4. Remove the dust cap (SA Frame only), hex screw, washer (SA Frame only), spacer (if installed) and locknut that secure the handrim to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on...
... 49. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 50 Rear Wheel Handrim Mounting Screw FIGURE 2 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim Part No. 1110550 For non-recliner models, refer to rear wheel. 3. Remove the existing handrim. 4. Remove the dust cap (SA Frame only), hex screw, washer (SA Frame only), spacer (if installed) and locknut that secure the handrim to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on...
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...wheels and the ground/floor. Place the wheelchair on page 56. Refer to 191/2 inches 131/2 115/8 131/2 31/2 1360 1058836 23/4 1360A 1058752 31/2 N/A 1088242 Anti-Tipper Length Flat Surface 1. MODEL SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT ANTI-TIPPER (MEASUREMENTS IN INCHES) LENGTH HEIGHT MODEL PART ...wheelchair frame tubing. 3. Ensure that the release button of the anti-tipper fully protrudes out of the hole in bottom hole position. Part No. 1110550 55 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Installing Anti-Tippers To ensure the correct model...
...wheels and the ground/floor. Place the wheelchair on page 56. Refer to 191/2 inches 131/2 115/8 131/2 31/2 1360 1058836 23/4 1360A 1058752 31/2 N/A 1088242 Anti-Tipper Length Flat Surface 1. MODEL SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT ANTI-TIPPER (MEASUREMENTS IN INCHES) LENGTH HEIGHT MODEL PART ...wheelchair frame tubing. 3. Ensure that the release button of the anti-tipper fully protrudes out of the hole in bottom hole position. Part No. 1110550 55 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Installing Anti-Tippers To ensure the correct model...
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... tires) and holds the wheelchair. 4. FIGURE 4 Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks Part No. 1110550 59 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Engage the wheel lock. 6. Tire DETAIL "A" Mounting Positions Rear Wheel Wheel Lock Wheel Lock Shoe 8. Repeat STEPS 1-7 for pneumatic tires) into the tire as shown in the open (unlocked) position. 2. Wheel locks are not brakes. Engage both wheel locks and ensure the...
... tires) and holds the wheelchair. 4. FIGURE 4 Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks Part No. 1110550 59 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Engage the wheel lock. 6. Tire DETAIL "A" Mounting Positions Rear Wheel Wheel Lock Wheel Lock Shoe 8. Repeat STEPS 1-7 for pneumatic tires) into the tire as shown in the open (unlocked) position. 2. Wheel locks are not brakes. Engage both wheel locks and ensure the...
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... have specific positions depending on page 49. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. Adult/Hemi Frame Style - Refer to decrease in stability. B. Recliner Frame Style - Recliner Frame Style - Seat-to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size and front caster position. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 60 Part No...
... have specific positions depending on page 49. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. Adult/Hemi Frame Style - Refer to decrease in stability. B. Recliner Frame Style - Recliner Frame Style - Seat-to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size and front caster position. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 60 Part No...
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... FIGURE 2 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 76 Part No. 1110550 Also ensure that secures the base to avoid Strap bending spokes when folding the wheelchair. 3. Reinstall the back upholstery screw and washer and secure the strap to ensure proper placement. Align the strap with folding the wheelchair, the rear wheels, or the...
... FIGURE 2 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 76 Part No. 1110550 Also ensure that secures the base to avoid Strap bending spokes when folding the wheelchair. 3. Reinstall the back upholstery screw and washer and secure the strap to ensure proper placement. Align the strap with folding the wheelchair, the rear wheels, or the...