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For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Transport Chairs Invacare Transport Lightweight Transport Bariatric Transport Lite Transport DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair. USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference.
For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Transport Chairs Invacare Transport Lightweight Transport Bariatric Transport Lite Transport DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair. USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference.
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Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. Transport Chairs 2 Part No.1125095 ƽ WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. OTHERWISE ...USE THIS EQUIPMENT - PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. ƽ WARNING Invacare products are available on www.invacare.com. NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with...
Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. Transport Chairs 2 Part No.1125095 ƽ WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. OTHERWISE ...USE THIS EQUIPMENT - PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. ƽ WARNING Invacare products are available on www.invacare.com. NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with...
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... NOTES 4 LABEL LOCATIONS 5 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS 6 SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES 7 Operating Information ...7 Weight Training...8 Weight Limitation ...8 SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING 9 Safety/Handling of Transport Chairs ...9 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION 13 Safety Inspection Checklists...13 Troubleshooting ...14 Maintenance...14 SECTION 4-FRONT RIGGINGS 16 Installing Swingaway Footrest Assembly...16 Adjusting Footplate Height ...16... 20 Locking/Unlocking/Using Hand Brakes...20 Adjusting Hand Brakes...20 Adjusting Wheel Lock...21 LIMITED WARRANTY 23 Part No.1125095 3 Transport Chairs
... NOTES 4 LABEL LOCATIONS 5 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS 6 SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES 7 Operating Information ...7 Weight Training...8 Weight Limitation ...8 SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING 9 Safety/Handling of Transport Chairs ...9 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION 13 Safety Inspection Checklists...13 Troubleshooting ...14 Maintenance...14 SECTION 4-FRONT RIGGINGS 16 Installing Swingaway Footrest Assembly...16 Adjusting Footplate Height ...16... 20 Locking/Unlocking/Using Hand Brakes...20 Adjusting Hand Brakes...20 Adjusting Wheel Lock...21 LIMITED WARRANTY 23 Part No.1125095 3 Transport Chairs
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... NOTES SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are used by the auto industry. TRANSPORT CHAIR USER As a manufacturer of transport chairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of transport chairs to the following table for transportation and use be made of the seat positioning strap made available by...needs of making such a selection. It is Invacare's position that users of transport chairs should not be used in this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a transport chair, in a moving vehicle of the signal words...
... NOTES SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are used by the auto industry. TRANSPORT CHAIR USER As a manufacturer of transport chairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of transport chairs to the following table for transportation and use be made of the seat positioning strap made available by...needs of making such a selection. It is Invacare's position that users of transport chairs should not be used in this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a transport chair, in a moving vehicle of the signal words...
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... No.1125095 5 IMPORTANT NOTICE The wheel locks on the Lite transport. If these wheel locks do not meet your needs, follow instructions below. ! Loosen wheel lock mounting fastener, which runs through mounting bracket and frame. 2. Inspect for the Invacare transport and the Lite transport NO TRANSPORT CHAIR HAS BEEN APPROVED FOR USE AS A SEATING SURFACE WITHIN...
... No.1125095 5 IMPORTANT NOTICE The wheel locks on the Lite transport. If these wheel locks do not meet your needs, follow instructions below. ! Loosen wheel lock mounting fastener, which runs through mounting bracket and frame. 2. Inspect for the Invacare transport and the Lite transport NO TRANSPORT CHAIR HAS BEEN APPROVED FOR USE AS A SEATING SURFACE WITHIN...
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...CASTER SIZE UPHOLSTERY WEIGHT (APPROXIMATE) SHIPPING WEIGHT (APPROXIMATE) WEIGHT LIMITATION Invacare Transport (TRAN17 FR, TRAN19FR) 141/2 and 161/2 inches 16 inches 21 to 23 inches Lightweight Transport (LTTB17FR, LTTR19FR, LTT1319FR) 141/2 and 161/2 inches 16 ...inches 21 to 23 inches 241/4 inches 241/4 inches Bariatric Transport (TRHD22FR) 22 inches 18 inches 28 inches 29 inches Lite Transport (ALR19HBFR, ALB19HBFR) 17 inches 16 inches 231/2 inches 28 inches 191/2 inches Fold-down ... (without front riggings) riggings) 400 lbs 250 lbs Transport Chairs 6 Part No.1125095
...CASTER SIZE UPHOLSTERY WEIGHT (APPROXIMATE) SHIPPING WEIGHT (APPROXIMATE) WEIGHT LIMITATION Invacare Transport (TRAN17 FR, TRAN19FR) 141/2 and 161/2 inches 16 inches 21 to 23 inches Lightweight Transport (LTTB17FR, LTTR19FR, LTT1319FR) 141/2 and 161/2 inches 16 ...inches 21 to 23 inches 241/4 inches 241/4 inches Bariatric Transport (TRHD22FR) 22 inches 18 inches 28 inches 29 inches Lite Transport (ALR19HBFR, ALB19HBFR) 17 inches 16 inches 231/2 inches 28 inches 191/2 inches Fold-down ... (without front riggings) riggings) 400 lbs 250 lbs Transport Chairs 6 Part No.1125095
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...32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to pick them up from the transport chair. DO NOT operate on an incline. Accessories designed by Invacare and are reaching as this transport chair. DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame tubing. This could cause damage to .... DO NOT use , ensure handgrips DO NOT twist on the transport chair handle ‐ otherwise damage or injury may occur. Invacare recommends that a non‐folding device be taken to keep the transport chair from the transport chair, ALWAYS engage both casters parallel to tip over . DO NOT ...
...32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to pick them up from the transport chair. DO NOT operate on an incline. Accessories designed by Invacare and are reaching as this transport chair. DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame tubing. This could cause damage to .... DO NOT use , ensure handgrips DO NOT twist on the transport chair handle ‐ otherwise damage or injury may occur. Invacare recommends that a non‐folding device be taken to keep the transport chair from the transport chair, ALWAYS engage both casters parallel to tip over . DO NOT ...
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... stand on the footplates. If occupant uses said transport chair as a seat for the Invacare transport chairs: TRANSPORT CHAIR WEIGHT LIMITATION (LBS) Transport 250 Lightweight Transport 250 Bariatric Transport 400 Lite Transport 250 Transport Chairs 8 Part No.1125095 Lifting by any kind of the transport chair. Weight Training Invacare does not recommend the use of moving parts to the transport chair. Weight Limitation The following are in injury...
... stand on the footplates. If occupant uses said transport chair as a seat for the Invacare transport chairs: TRANSPORT CHAIR WEIGHT LIMITATION (LBS) Transport 250 Lightweight Transport 250 Bariatric Transport 400 Lite Transport 250 Transport Chairs 8 Part No.1125095 Lifting by any kind of the transport chair. Weight Training Invacare does not recommend the use of moving parts to the transport chair. Weight Limitation The following are in injury...
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... you must at all activities which involve movement in the transport chair have an effect on the following pages have to maintain stability and balance. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for your transport chair, you do not move forward in the safe operation and...her in maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to use good body mechanics. DO NOT lean forward out of the transport chair any further than the length of the transport chair user as well as the most common procedures and ...
... you must at all activities which involve movement in the transport chair have an effect on the following pages have to maintain stability and balance. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for your transport chair, you do not move forward in the safe operation and...her in maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to use good body mechanics. DO NOT lean forward out of the transport chair any further than the length of the transport chair user as well as the most common procedures and ...
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...qualified technician. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts. When learning a new assistance technique, have to move the transport chair by pulling on the rear cane are extended as far forward as possible to the desired object. This will extend without changing ...your sitting position. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.2. FIGURE 2.3 Reaching, Leaning Backwards Transport Chairs 10 Part No.1125095 Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.3. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING ƽ...
...qualified technician. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts. When learning a new assistance technique, have to move the transport chair by pulling on the rear cane are extended as far forward as possible to the desired object. This will extend without changing ...your sitting position. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.2. FIGURE 2.3 Reaching, Leaning Backwards Transport Chairs 10 Part No.1125095 Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.3. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING ƽ...
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... points. Tipping ƽ WARNING DO NOT tip the transport chair without assistance. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Follow this point, the assistant will feel a difference in the rear) backs the transport chair up and over the curb. Inform the transport chair occupant before tipping the transport chair and remind him/her to FIGURE 2.4. After mastering...
... points. Tipping ƽ WARNING DO NOT tip the transport chair without assistance. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Follow this point, the assistant will feel a difference in the rear) backs the transport chair up and over the curb. Inform the transport chair occupant before tipping the transport chair and remind him/her to FIGURE 2.4. After mastering...
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... to you (raising the opposite wheel and caster off the ground/floor). 3. Continue to FIGURE 2.6. 1. FIGURE 2.6 Folding Transport Chairs 12 Part No.1125095 Swing the footrest/legrest in locked position to the front of the seat rail closest to you . ... you . 2. Tilt the transport chair toward you where the seat upholstery is attached until the transport chair is fully open. Folding and Unfolding Transport Chair Unfolding NOTE: For this procedure, refer to close the transport chair by grasping the push handle of the transport chair closest to FIGURE 2.5. 1. SECTION...
... to you (raising the opposite wheel and caster off the ground/floor). 3. Continue to FIGURE 2.6. 1. FIGURE 2.6 Folding Transport Chairs 12 Part No.1125095 Swing the footrest/legrest in locked position to the front of the seat rail closest to you . ... you . 2. Tilt the transport chair toward you where the seat upholstery is attached until the transport chair is fully open. Folding and Unfolding Transport Chair Unfolding NOTE: For this procedure, refer to close the transport chair by grasping the push handle of the transport chair closest to FIGURE 2.5. 1. SECTION...
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...10065; Ensure the wheel bearings are free of wear and looseness. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: Inspect/Adjust Initially ❑ Ensure transport chair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). ❑ Inspect seat and back upholstery for rips or sagging. ❑... and free of moisture. SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION NOTE: Every six months take your transport chair. To operate properly and safely, your transport chair must be made to engage. ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests. Routine maintenance will reveal loose or ...
...10065; Ensure the wheel bearings are free of wear and looseness. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: Inspect/Adjust Initially ❑ Ensure transport chair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). ❑ Inspect seat and back upholstery for rips or sagging. ❑... and free of moisture. SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION NOTE: Every six months take your transport chair. To operate properly and safely, your transport chair must be made to engage. ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests. Routine maintenance will reveal loose or ...
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... when rolling. Check that there is tightened securely. CAUTION DO NOT overtighten the hardware attaching to the frame tubing. Inspect/Adjust Periodically ❑ Ensure the transport chair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to engage. ❑ Clean the upholstery and armrests. ❑ Check that all attaching hardware is no excessive side... to one side). ❑ Inspect the seat and the back upholstery for loose fork stem nuts and bolts. This could cause damage to the frame. Transport Chairs 14 Part No.1125095 Replace if necessary.
... when rolling. Check that there is tightened securely. CAUTION DO NOT overtighten the hardware attaching to the frame tubing. Inspect/Adjust Periodically ❑ Ensure the transport chair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to engage. ❑ Clean the upholstery and armrests. ❑ Check that all attaching hardware is no excessive side... to one side). ❑ Inspect the seat and the back upholstery for loose fork stem nuts and bolts. This could cause damage to the frame. Transport Chairs 14 Part No.1125095 Replace if necessary.
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.... • Check all the nuts and bolts are dry prior to Adjusting Wheel Lock on page 21. 4. Clean if desired. 6. Before using your transport chair, do the following: • Make sure all parts for cracks and wear. The use . Check the upholstery for wear/looseness. Hand grips should be... checked monthly for sagging, rips or tears. Part No.1125095 15 Transport Chairs Refer to use of cracks. ƽ WARNING When cleaning the rear cane or hand grip areas, use only a clean towel lightly dampened with ...
.... • Check all the nuts and bolts are dry prior to Adjusting Wheel Lock on page 21. 4. Clean if desired. 6. Before using your transport chair, do the following: • Make sure all parts for cracks and wear. The use . Check the upholstery for wear/looseness. Hand grips should be... checked monthly for sagging, rips or tears. Part No.1125095 15 Transport Chairs Refer to use of cracks. ƽ WARNING When cleaning the rear cane or hand grip areas, use only a clean towel lightly dampened with ...
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...Turn the footrest to the side (open footplate is tightened securely. Refer to Installing Swingaway Footrest Assembly on the transport chair frame. 3. Reposition the footplate assembly to FIGURE 4.2. 1. SECTION 4-FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 4-FRONT RIGGINGS ƽ ...WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is perpendicular to transport chair). 2. Hinge Pins Footrest Release Lever Hinge Plates Swingaway Footrest Assembly FIGURE 4.1 Installing Swingaway Footrest Assembly Adjusting Footplate Height NOTE:...
...Turn the footrest to the side (open footplate is tightened securely. Refer to Installing Swingaway Footrest Assembly on the transport chair frame. 3. Reposition the footplate assembly to FIGURE 4.2. 1. SECTION 4-FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 4-FRONT RIGGINGS ƽ ...WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is perpendicular to transport chair). 2. Hinge Pins Footrest Release Lever Hinge Plates Swingaway Footrest Assembly FIGURE 4.1 Installing Swingaway Footrest Assembly Adjusting Footplate Height NOTE:...
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...Seat upholstery shown is tightened securely. Folding 1. The Bariatric Transport has 16 screws and washers. SECTION 5-BACK SECTION 5-BACK ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before using the transport chair. Otherwise, injury or damage could result. Pull the ...before use, make sure the back is for the Transport and the Lightweight Transport. FIGURE 5.1 Unfolding/Folding the Fold-Down Back/Replacing Back Upholstery/Replacing Seat Upholstery Part No.1125095 17 Transport Chairs Remove the existing seat upholstery from the folding mechanism....
...Seat upholstery shown is tightened securely. Folding 1. The Bariatric Transport has 16 screws and washers. SECTION 5-BACK SECTION 5-BACK ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before using the transport chair. Otherwise, injury or damage could result. Pull the ...before use, make sure the back is for the Transport and the Lightweight Transport. FIGURE 5.1 Unfolding/Folding the Fold-Down Back/Replacing Back Upholstery/Replacing Seat Upholstery Part No.1125095 17 Transport Chairs Remove the existing seat upholstery from the folding mechanism....
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..., repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is between the rear wheel and the transport chair frame. FIGURE 6.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels Transport Chairs 18 Part No.1125095 Repeat STEP 1 for Invacare Transport and Lightweight Transport. Remove the dust cap (if applicable), hex screw and locknut that secure the rear wheel and axle...
..., repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is between the rear wheel and the transport chair frame. FIGURE 6.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels Transport Chairs 18 Part No.1125095 Repeat STEP 1 for Invacare Transport and Lightweight Transport. Remove the dust cap (if applicable), hex screw and locknut that secure the rear wheel and axle...
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...on page 19. 7. Remove the dust cover. 3. Adjusting 1. A. E. Front Caster FIGURE 7.1 Replacing Front Casters Part No.1125095 19 Transport Chairs Replacing/Adjusting Front Forks NOTE: For this procedure, refer to one‐side, then immediately rest in a straight downward position). NOTE: ...system and guard against flutter, perform the following check: Caster Headtube B. Adjust the locknuts according to the fork. 2. Test the transport chair for the opposite front caster. SECTION 7-CASTERS SECTION 7-CASTERS ƽ WARNING After any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be...
...on page 19. 7. Remove the dust cover. 3. Adjusting 1. A. E. Front Caster FIGURE 7.1 Replacing Front Casters Part No.1125095 19 Transport Chairs Replacing/Adjusting Front Forks NOTE: For this procedure, refer to one‐side, then immediately rest in a straight downward position). NOTE: ...system and guard against flutter, perform the following check: Caster Headtube B. Adjust the locknuts according to the fork. 2. Test the transport chair for the opposite front caster. SECTION 7-CASTERS SECTION 7-CASTERS ƽ WARNING After any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be...
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... out of the brake handle until an audible click is applicable only to reduce the gap distance. Wheel locks are determined by standing behind the transport chair (user's position). Locking Hand Brake Unlocking/Using Hand Brake Using Hand Brake NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.2 on the bottom portion of the...
... out of the brake handle until an audible click is applicable only to reduce the gap distance. Wheel locks are determined by standing behind the transport chair (user's position). Locking Hand Brake Unlocking/Using Hand Brake Using Hand Brake NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.2 on the bottom portion of the...