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Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Compass™XE and Allegro® (after 08/01/04) 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 Compass™XE and Allegro® (after 08/01/04) 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
Owners Manual
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... MAY RESULT. WHEELCHAIR USERS: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING (1) THE OWNER'S OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL AND (2) THE SEATING SYSTEM'S MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE). IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT - Compass™XE and Allegro® 2 Part No 1127114 OTHERWISE...
... MAY RESULT. WHEELCHAIR USERS: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING (1) THE OWNER'S OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL AND (2) THE SEATING SYSTEM'S MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE). IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT - Compass™XE and Allegro® 2 Part No 1127114 OTHERWISE...
Owners Manual
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... Specifications ...134 Weight Limit ...134 Securing the Wheelchair to improve product designs based on your input and needs. Part No 1127114 9 Compass™XE and Allegro® Receive updates with product information, maintenance tips, and industry news. 4. Register ONLINE at www.invacare.com - Ensure long term maintenance and servicing of registering: 1. Spacer on Bottom 129 Front Seat-to...
... Specifications ...134 Weight Limit ...134 Securing the Wheelchair to improve product designs based on your input and needs. Part No 1127114 9 Compass™XE and Allegro® Receive updates with product information, maintenance tips, and industry news. 4. Register ONLINE at www.invacare.com - Ensure long term maintenance and servicing of registering: 1. Spacer on Bottom 129 Front Seat-to...
Owners Manual
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... information about transporting the wheelchair. Refer to 209 lbs. WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT RESTRAINTS (TRRO OR TRBKTS) TRRO includes four factory-installed transport brackets and a wheelchair anchored pelvic belt. Use these transport brackets only to Transport Ready Option on page 133 for transportation of any wheelchair transportation systems. TRANSPORT READY PACKAGES ARE NOT RETROFITTABLE TO EXISTING MODELS AND ARE NOT FIELD SERVICEABLE. Invacare cannot and...
... information about transporting the wheelchair. Refer to 209 lbs. WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT RESTRAINTS (TRRO OR TRBKTS) TRRO includes four factory-installed transport brackets and a wheelchair anchored pelvic belt. Use these transport brackets only to Transport Ready Option on page 133 for transportation of any wheelchair transportation systems. TRANSPORT READY PACKAGES ARE NOT RETROFITTABLE TO EXISTING MODELS AND ARE NOT FIELD SERVICEABLE. Invacare cannot and...
Owners Manual
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... wheelchair is occupied by a qualified technician. SEAT HEIGHT SEAT DEPTH BACK ANGLE SEATING SYSTEM CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION USER CONDITION WHEEL...Owner's Manuals, Service Manuals or Instruction Sheets supplied with this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any of this equipment - otherwise, injury or damage may cause the wheelchair to any combination of the wheelchair. DO NOT use this product or optional equipment. SEAT HEIGHT SEAT DEPTH BACK ANGLE SEATING...
... wheelchair is occupied by a qualified technician. SEAT HEIGHT SEAT DEPTH BACK ANGLE SEATING SYSTEM CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION USER CONDITION WHEEL...Owner's Manuals, Service Manuals or Instruction Sheets supplied with this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any of this equipment - otherwise, injury or damage may cause the wheelchair to any combination of the wheelchair. DO NOT use this product or optional equipment. SEAT HEIGHT SEAT DEPTH BACK ANGLE SEATING...
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...the wheelchair, causing injury to the user and/or assistant(s). It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as an additional safeguard for any removable (detachable) parts of the wheelchair by pulling on the rear cane are NOT brakes. Using the...wheelchair may order with the wheel locks. If signs of looseness or deterioration and if found to be replaced IMMEDIATELY. SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES Wheel locks are secure prior to use when an assistant is used to propel or lift the chair. Lifting by means of any signs of wear appear, seat...
...the wheelchair, causing injury to the user and/or assistant(s). It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as an additional safeguard for any removable (detachable) parts of the wheelchair by pulling on the rear cane are NOT brakes. Using the...wheelchair may order with the wheel locks. If signs of looseness or deterioration and if found to be replaced IMMEDIATELY. SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES Wheel locks are secure prior to use when an assistant is used to propel or lift the chair. Lifting by means of any signs of wear appear, seat...
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... Invacare DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a seat for any kind of weight training. NEVER use the transport brackets included with TRRO or TRBKTS Only TRANSPORT READY PACKAGES ARE NOT RETROFITTABLE TO EXISTING MODELS AND ARE NOT FIELD SERVICEABLE. Refer to maintain maximum stability and safety. Wheelchairs with TRRO and TRBKTS for the purposes described in the wheelchair...
... Invacare DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a seat for any kind of weight training. NEVER use the transport brackets included with TRRO or TRBKTS Only TRANSPORT READY PACKAGES ARE NOT RETROFITTABLE TO EXISTING MODELS AND ARE NOT FIELD SERVICEABLE. Refer to maintain maximum stability and safety. Wheelchairs with TRRO and TRBKTS for the purposes described in the wheelchair...
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... braking or sudden stops. Stability and Balance ƽ WARNING ALWAYS wear your lap while occupying the wheelchair may encounter, however ALL WARNINGS and CAUTIONS given in maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers. Use this manual are a starting point for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as a "basic" guide. If signs of the wheelchair user...
... braking or sudden stops. Stability and Balance ƽ WARNING ALWAYS wear your lap while occupying the wheelchair may encounter, however ALL WARNINGS and CAUTIONS given in maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers. Use this manual are a starting point for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as a "basic" guide. If signs of the wheelchair user...
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... them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. The seat height, seat depth, back angle, seating system, size/position of the rear wheels, size/position of the nine may cause the wheelchair to maintain stability and balance. Any change the center of gravity of this... use the front casters as the user condition directly relate to FIGURE 2.1. Using the rear two recliner bracket mounting holes WILL make sure the rear wheels are in the MOST REARWARD position in the Extended MultiPosition axle plate to move forward in stability. Many activities require the wheelchair owner to...
... them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. The seat height, seat depth, back angle, seating system, size/position of the rear wheels, size/position of the nine may cause the wheelchair to maintain stability and balance. Any change the center of gravity of this... use the front casters as the user condition directly relate to FIGURE 2.1. Using the rear two recliner bracket mounting holes WILL make sure the rear wheels are in the MOST REARWARD position in the Extended MultiPosition axle plate to move forward in stability. Many activities require the wheelchair owner to...
Owners Manual
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... wear your seat/chest positioning strap. Invacare recommends that, if possible, the user be replaced immediately. It is a positioning belt only. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. After the wheelchair has been tilted back to moving the wheelchair between floors when an elevator is necessary to move a wheelchair between floors. Follow these instructions for the wheelchair user. Serious bodily...
... wear your seat/chest positioning strap. Invacare recommends that, if possible, the user be replaced immediately. It is a positioning belt only. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. After the wheelchair has been tilted back to moving the wheelchair between floors when an elevator is necessary to move a wheelchair between floors. Follow these instructions for the wheelchair user. Serious bodily...
Owners Manual
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...wall of the tire. 6. Refer to Replacing the Gas Cylinders on page 121. 9. Refer to Replacing Handrim on page 104. 3. SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use your Compass XE/Allegro, make sure all.... The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for sagging, rips or tears. 11. Use a Teflon lubricant if necessary. 10. Maintenance Safety Precautions Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Before using your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). Check all parts for proper...
...wall of the tire. 6. Refer to Replacing the Gas Cylinders on page 121. 9. Refer to Replacing Handrim on page 104. 3. SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use your Compass XE/Allegro, make sure all.... The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for sagging, rips or tears. 11. Use a Teflon lubricant if necessary. 10. Maintenance Safety Precautions Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Before using your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). Check all parts for proper...
Owners Manual
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...footrest support. 3. Install the footrest assembly onto the wheelchair. Refer to FIGURE 5.3. 1. Repeat STEPS 1‐5 for the opposite side of extension with the adjustable flip‐up or down on its mounting tube until the desired footrest height is achieved. Remove the footrest from the wheelchair.Refer to the footrests. 2. FIGURE 5.3 Adjusting Footrest... Height 60°, 70° and 90° Taper 4. Part No 1127114 37 Compass...
...footrest support. 3. Install the footrest assembly onto the wheelchair. Refer to FIGURE 5.3. 1. Repeat STEPS 1‐5 for the opposite side of extension with the adjustable flip‐up or down on its mounting tube until the desired footrest height is achieved. Remove the footrest from the wheelchair.Refer to the footrests. 2. FIGURE 5.3 Adjusting Footrest... Height 60°, 70° and 90° Taper 4. Part No 1127114 37 Compass...
Owners Manual
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... locknut. 5. Refer to Replacing Standard Back Upholstery on page 66. Install the hex screw through the seat positioning strap, coved spacers and back cane. 4. Remove the hex screw, locknut and seat positioning strap from the back plate of the wheelchair frame. 2. Discard existing seat positioning strap. 3. Compass™XE and Allegro® 84 Part No 1127114 Remove...
... locknut. 5. Refer to Replacing Standard Back Upholstery on page 66. Install the hex screw through the seat positioning strap, coved spacers and back cane. 4. Remove the hex screw, locknut and seat positioning strap from the back plate of the wheelchair frame. 2. Discard existing seat positioning strap. 3. Compass™XE and Allegro® 84 Part No 1127114 Remove...
Owners Manual
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... in darkened holes Front Socket Arm Right Rear of wheelchair Rear Mounting Hole Compass™XE and Allegro® 94 Part No 1127114 inch Seat Depth NOTE: The following charts are the same for 19- SECTION 8-SEAT Back, Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for recliner wheelchairs. The back, seat rail and crossbrace positions are shown with non...
... in darkened holes Front Socket Arm Right Rear of wheelchair Rear Mounting Hole Compass™XE and Allegro® 94 Part No 1127114 inch Seat Depth NOTE: The following charts are the same for 19- SECTION 8-SEAT Back, Seat Rail and Crossbrace Positions for recliner wheelchairs. The back, seat rail and crossbrace positions are shown with non...
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... maneuverability. FIGURE 9.2 Removing/Installing Front Fork Assembly Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire/Tube ƽ WARNING Replacement of caster swing. Refer to Removing/Installing Front Caster Assembly on page 129. E. SECTION 9-CASTERS 8. Reinstall existing/new front casters onto the wheelchair. B. C. Locknut Head Tube Cap Washers *Spacer Caster Head Tube *NOTE: Refer to Front Seat‐to freedom of...
... maneuverability. FIGURE 9.2 Removing/Installing Front Fork Assembly Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire/Tube ƽ WARNING Replacement of caster swing. Refer to Removing/Installing Front Caster Assembly on page 129. E. SECTION 9-CASTERS 8. Reinstall existing/new front casters onto the wheelchair. B. C. Locknut Head Tube Cap Washers *Spacer Caster Head Tube *NOTE: Refer to Front Seat‐to freedom of...
Owners Manual
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... MUST be operational and adjusted properly BEFORE using the recliner option, make the wheelchair less stable, possibly causing injury. ALWAYS make sure the rear wheels are in the wheelchair before reclining or inclining (reverse recline) to avoid injury. NEVER use the seat positioning strap. Before using recliner. ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (reverse recline...
... MUST be operational and adjusted properly BEFORE using the recliner option, make the wheelchair less stable, possibly causing injury. ALWAYS make sure the rear wheels are in the wheelchair before reclining or inclining (reverse recline) to avoid injury. NEVER use the seat positioning strap. Before using recliner. ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (reverse recline...
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... WHEELCHAIR-ANCHORED pelvic belts. TRANSPORT READY PACKAGES ARE NOT RETROFITTABLE TO EXISTING MODELS AND ARE NOT FIELD SERVICEABLE. Postural supports, positioning devices, and/or strap(s) should be replaced. SECTION 14-TRANSPORT READY OPTION SECTION 14- Use ONLY Wheelchair ...seat and use the transport brackets included with TRRO and TRBKTS for wheelchairs ordered with the transport ready option only. ƽ WARNING Contact Invacare Corporation (800-333-6900) with the factory installed seating system ONLY. DO NOT alter or substitute wheelchair frame parts, components, or seating...
... WHEELCHAIR-ANCHORED pelvic belts. TRANSPORT READY PACKAGES ARE NOT RETROFITTABLE TO EXISTING MODELS AND ARE NOT FIELD SERVICEABLE. Postural supports, positioning devices, and/or strap(s) should be replaced. SECTION 14-TRANSPORT READY OPTION SECTION 14- Use ONLY Wheelchair ...seat and use the transport brackets included with TRRO and TRBKTS for wheelchairs ordered with the transport ready option only. ƽ WARNING Contact Invacare Corporation (800-333-6900) with the factory installed seating system ONLY. DO NOT alter or substitute wheelchair frame parts, components, or seating...
Owners Manual
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... Point (P) is secured to accommodating the use the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) vehicle-installed restraint system. Ensure that the factory installed seating system is shown in a motor vehicle with regard to the wheelchair frame before operation. This wheelchair has an overall rating of vehicle‐anchored belts. SECTION 14-TRANSPORT READY OPTION Vehicle-Anchored Belts NOTE: For...
... Point (P) is secured to accommodating the use the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) vehicle-installed restraint system. Ensure that the factory installed seating system is shown in a motor vehicle with regard to the wheelchair frame before operation. This wheelchair has an overall rating of vehicle‐anchored belts. SECTION 14-TRANSPORT READY OPTION Vehicle-Anchored Belts NOTE: For...
Owners Manual
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...Steeper angles will reduce the tendency for a vertical gap to develop between the user and the belt due to compliance of seat cushions and belt movement, thereby reducing the tendency for the user to slip under the belt and for upper-torso belts to occupant restraint in ... of armrests, wheels, etc. DO NOT position belts OUTSIDE of user comfort. SECTION 14-TRANSPORT READY OPTION Positioning Belts ƽ WARNING The angle of the pelvic belt should not be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts, including but not limited to wheelchair armrests or wheels. The belt(s)...
...Steeper angles will reduce the tendency for a vertical gap to develop between the user and the belt due to compliance of seat cushions and belt movement, thereby reducing the tendency for the user to slip under the belt and for upper-torso belts to occupant restraint in ... of armrests, wheels, etc. DO NOT position belts OUTSIDE of user comfort. SECTION 14-TRANSPORT READY OPTION Positioning Belts ƽ WARNING The angle of the pelvic belt should not be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts, including but not limited to wheelchair armrests or wheels. The belt(s)...
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... THESE INSTRUCTIONS. INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. For warranty service, please contact the dealer from state to the original purchaser/user of Henkel Loctite Corporation. ©2007 Invacare Corporation Part No 1127114 Rev D - 03/30/07 PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE...
... THESE INSTRUCTIONS. INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. For warranty service, please contact the dealer from state to the original purchaser/user of Henkel Loctite Corporation. ©2007 Invacare Corporation Part No 1127114 Rev D - 03/30/07 PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE...