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Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Insignia™ DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference.
Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Insignia™ DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference.
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... recommended for use in conjunction with invacare products. *Service Manual Part Number 1164941 is available at www.invacare.com NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are specifically designed and manufactured for use with invacare accessories. Insignia™ 2 Part No. 1163197 ƽ WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. ALSO, A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES SPECIFICALLY INDICATED IN THE MANUAL. IF YOU...
... recommended for use in conjunction with invacare products. *Service Manual Part Number 1164941 is available at www.invacare.com NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are specifically designed and manufactured for use with invacare accessories. Insignia™ 2 Part No. 1163197 ƽ WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. ALSO, A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES SPECIFICALLY INDICATED IN THE MANUAL. IF YOU...
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... Other Seats ...15 Unfolding and Folding Wheelchair ...15 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 17 Safety Inspection Checklist ...17 Troubleshooting ...18 Maintenance...19 SECTION 4-FRONT RIGGINGS 20 Installing/Removing Front Riggings Assembly ...20 Adjusting Footplate Height ...21 Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly...21 Replacing Heel Loop...22 SECTION 5-ARMS 23 Removing/Installing the Armrest ...23 Adjusting Armrest Height ...23 Using...
... Other Seats ...15 Unfolding and Folding Wheelchair ...15 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 17 Safety Inspection Checklist ...17 Troubleshooting ...18 Maintenance...19 SECTION 4-FRONT RIGGINGS 20 Installing/Removing Front Riggings Assembly ...20 Adjusting Footplate Height ...21 Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly...21 Replacing Heel Loop...22 SECTION 5-ARMS 23 Removing/Installing the Armrest ...23 Adjusting Armrest Height ...23 Using...
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... WITHOUT NOTICE. WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS Wheelchair users should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as an additional safeguard for use be transported in personal injury or property damage. However, final selection of the type of the signal words. Invacare cannot and does...
... WITHOUT NOTICE. WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS Wheelchair users should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as an additional safeguard for use be transported in personal injury or property damage. However, final selection of the type of the signal words. Invacare cannot and does...
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...wheels, anti‐tipper model, as well as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be performed by a qualified technician. If occupant uses said wheelchair as the user condition directly relate to 2‐inch ground clearance. Anti-Tippers Anti‐tippers are specific to the different seat... a qualified technician. If changing the seat‐to‐floor height with or without a change to decrease in Installing/Adjusting Anti‐tippers on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired seat‐to ‐floor heights. GENERAL...
...wheels, anti‐tipper model, as well as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be performed by a qualified technician. If occupant uses said wheelchair as the user condition directly relate to 2‐inch ground clearance. Anti-Tippers Anti‐tippers are specific to the different seat... a qualified technician. If changing the seat‐to‐floor height with or without a change to decrease in Installing/Adjusting Anti‐tippers on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired seat‐to ‐floor heights. GENERAL...
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...brakes. Operating Information Unless otherwise noted, all times. DO NOT operate on gravel surfaces, anti tippers may result. DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you are transferring onto. Verify that the handgrips DO NOT twist on this wheelchair, Invacare strongly recommends using the wheelchair near open and the seat... injury to the user or bystanders. ALWAYS use only a clean towel lightly dampened with wheel locks. Otherwise, damage or injury may cause the wheelchair to tip over . Part No. 1163197 9 Insignia™ SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES Seat‐to‐...
...brakes. Operating Information Unless otherwise noted, all times. DO NOT operate on gravel surfaces, anti tippers may result. DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you are transferring onto. Verify that the handgrips DO NOT twist on this wheelchair, Invacare strongly recommends using the wheelchair near open and the seat... injury to the user or bystanders. ALWAYS use only a clean towel lightly dampened with wheel locks. Otherwise, damage or injury may cause the wheelchair to tip over . Part No. 1163197 9 Insignia™ SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES Seat‐to‐...
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...wheelchair user and assistant with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as a basic guide. It is a positioning belt only. Virtually all . Use... which involve movement in this manual are discussed on your wheelchair. To assure stability and proper operation of your seat positioning strap. Make sure the casters are comfortable in this manual MUST be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Techniques in maneuvering around...
...wheelchair user and assistant with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as a basic guide. It is a positioning belt only. Virtually all . Use... which involve movement in this manual are discussed on your wheelchair. To assure stability and proper operation of your seat positioning strap. Make sure the casters are comfortable in this manual MUST be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Techniques in maneuvering around...
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..., seat to floor angle, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the wheelchair. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS A Note to Wheelchair Assistants When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts. Keep your back straight and bend your sitting position. DO NOT attempt to use of the rear wheels...
..., seat to floor angle, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the wheelchair. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS A Note to Wheelchair Assistants When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts. Keep your back straight and bend your sitting position. DO NOT attempt to use of the rear wheels...
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... wheels are facing down . Stairways ƽ WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is an option on any removable (detachable) parts of the wheelchair may order with a firm hold on a non‐detachable part of the wheelchair for the wheelchair user. ALWAYS check hand grips for hand-held supports. Invacare recommends that, if possible, the user...
... wheels are facing down . Stairways ƽ WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is an option on any removable (detachable) parts of the wheelchair may order with a firm hold on a non‐detachable part of the wheelchair for the wheelchair user. ALWAYS check hand grips for hand-held supports. Invacare recommends that, if possible, the user...
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... ❑ Inspect seat positioning strap for cracks and wear. Part No. 1163197 17 Insignia™ Routine maintenance will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. Lubricate if necessary. ❑ Inspect rear wheels for flat spots... INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Every six months or as necessary, take your wheelchair. Replace if damaged. ❑ If equipped, check that the wheel locks are uniformly tight. ❑ Inspect handrims for signs of your wheelchair to suit your wheelchair MUST ...
... ❑ Inspect seat positioning strap for cracks and wear. Part No. 1163197 17 Insignia™ Routine maintenance will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. Lubricate if necessary. ❑ Inspect rear wheels for flat spots... INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Every six months or as necessary, take your wheelchair. Replace if damaged. ❑ If equipped, check that the wheel locks are uniformly tight. ❑ Inspect handrims for signs of your wheelchair to suit your wheelchair MUST ...
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.... ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests. ❑ Check that rear wheels are equally spaced away from seat frame. Replace if necessary. Insignia™ 18 Part No. 1163197 Ensure buckle latches. Troubleshooting Chair Veers Chair 3 Sluggish Turn or Casters Squeaks and Right/Left Wheels Performance Flutter Rattles X X X X X X X X Looseness in the rear wheels when lifted and spun. ❑ Inspect handrims for any...
.... ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests. ❑ Check that rear wheels are equally spaced away from seat frame. Replace if necessary. Insignia™ 18 Part No. 1163197 Ensure buckle latches. Troubleshooting Chair Veers Chair 3 Sluggish Turn or Casters Squeaks and Right/Left Wheels Performance Flutter Rattles X X X X X X X X Looseness in the rear wheels when lifted and spun. ❑ Inspect handrims for any...
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SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Maintenance Maintenance Safety Precautions ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use . Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Keep quick‐release axles free of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in injury to Adjusting Patient‐Operated Wheel Locks on page 31. 3. Refer to the user or bystanders. 8. Use a Teflon® lubricant...
SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Maintenance Maintenance Safety Precautions ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use . Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Keep quick‐release axles free of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in injury to Adjusting Patient‐Operated Wheel Locks on page 31. 3. Refer to the user or bystanders. 8. Use a Teflon® lubricant...
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... Front Riggings Assembly Insignia™ 20 Part No. 1163197 Installing 1. DETAIL "A" Front Rigging Assembly DETAIL "B" Front Rigging Release Lever Hinge Plates/ Hinge Pins Hinge Plates/ Hinge Pins Rotate inward to FIGURE 4.1. SECTION 4-FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 4-FRONT RIGGINGS ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use . Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Removing...
... Front Riggings Assembly Insignia™ 20 Part No. 1163197 Installing 1. DETAIL "A" Front Rigging Assembly DETAIL "B" Front Rigging Release Lever Hinge Plates/ Hinge Pins Hinge Plates/ Hinge Pins Rotate inward to FIGURE 4.1. SECTION 4-FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 4-FRONT RIGGINGS ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use . Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Removing...
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Rotate armrest 180°, ensuring that the scalloped edge of the channel remains facing toward the inside of chair. Full Length Armrest Desk Length Armrest Position for Full Length Position for Desk Length FIGURE 5.5 Changing from Full Length Armrest to Desk Length Armrest and Vice Versa NOTE: For this procedure, refer to Desk Length Armrest and Vice Versa Insignia™ 26 Part No. 1163197 SECTION 5-ARMS Changing from Full Length Armrest to FIGURE 5.5 on opposite side of the wheelchair, and install on page 26. 1. Remove the armrest. 2.
Rotate armrest 180°, ensuring that the scalloped edge of the channel remains facing toward the inside of chair. Full Length Armrest Desk Length Armrest Position for Full Length Position for Desk Length FIGURE 5.5 Changing from Full Length Armrest to Desk Length Armrest and Vice Versa NOTE: For this procedure, refer to Desk Length Armrest and Vice Versa Insignia™ 26 Part No. 1163197 SECTION 5-ARMS Changing from Full Length Armrest to FIGURE 5.5 on opposite side of the wheelchair, and install on page 26. 1. Remove the armrest. 2.
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... Axle on page 31. SECTION 7-REAR WHEELS SECTION 7-REAR WHEELS ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before operating the wheelchair. If the detent balls are fully released before use, make sure all attaching hardware is too much side‐to‐side movement of the rear wheel (Detail "C"). Installing ƽ WARNING Make sure the detent...
... Axle on page 31. SECTION 7-REAR WHEELS SECTION 7-REAR WHEELS ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before operating the wheelchair. If the detent balls are fully released before use, make sure all attaching hardware is too much side‐to‐side movement of the rear wheel (Detail "C"). Installing ƽ WARNING Make sure the detent...
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... 8.1 Removing/Installing Front Casters Removing/Installing the Caster/Fork/Headtube Assembly Removing NOTE: For this procedure MUST be performed if replacing the exact ...repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is 90° to the ground/floor (Detail "E"). 3. NOTE: This procedure can be performed by a qualified technician. Remove the two mounting screws that secures the caster to floor. Installing 1. Using...wheelchair to the fork. Let casters drop to one mounting screw. Remove dust cover and adjust locknuts according to freedom of arc (wheels...
... 8.1 Removing/Installing Front Casters Removing/Installing the Caster/Fork/Headtube Assembly Removing NOTE: For this procedure MUST be performed if replacing the exact ...repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is 90° to the ground/floor (Detail "E"). 3. NOTE: This procedure can be performed by a qualified technician. Remove the two mounting screws that secures the caster to floor. Installing 1. Using...wheelchair to the fork. Let casters drop to one mounting screw. Remove dust cover and adjust locknuts according to freedom of arc (wheels...
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...seat-to-floor angle to the same mounting hole. SECTION 10-ANTI-TIPPERS SECTION 10-ANTI-TIPPERS ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use the wheelchair. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on the bottom of the anti‐tipper wheels... on this wheelchair, Invacare strongly recommends using the anti-tippers as a safeguard for correct usage and adjustment. Installing/Adjusting Anti-tippers...seat-to-floor height with or without a change to seat-to -floor heights. Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor angles and/or seat...
...seat-to-floor angle to the same mounting hole. SECTION 10-ANTI-TIPPERS SECTION 10-ANTI-TIPPERS ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use the wheelchair. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on the bottom of the anti‐tipper wheels... on this wheelchair, Invacare strongly recommends using the anti-tippers as a safeguard for correct usage and adjustment. Installing/Adjusting Anti-tippers...seat-to-floor height with or without a change to seat-to -floor heights. Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor angles and/or seat...
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... After the cleaning solution has dried, it is not installed on the wheelchair for the user to FIGURE 11.3. 1. FIGURE 11.3 Using the O2 Holder Cleaning the O2 Holder ƽ WARNING The user and O2 cylinder MUST be removed from the wheelchair. 2. Secure the O2 cylinder in contact with any household... glass type cleaner. Hand tighten only. SECTION 11-OPTIONS Using the O2 Holder ƽ WARNING Only use O2 cylinders that are at least...
... After the cleaning solution has dried, it is not installed on the wheelchair for the user to FIGURE 11.3. 1. FIGURE 11.3 Using the O2 Holder Cleaning the O2 Holder ƽ WARNING The user and O2 cylinder MUST be removed from the wheelchair. 2. Secure the O2 cylinder in contact with any household... glass type cleaner. Hand tighten only. SECTION 11-OPTIONS Using the O2 Holder ƽ WARNING Only use O2 cylinders that are at least...
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... FIGURE 11.8 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier Installing/Removing the Seat Positioning Strap Installing NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the back angle bracket on the right side of the wheelchair with the base attached over the end of the step tube of the wheelchair. 2. Remove ... 3. Remove the tongue strap. 6. Insignia™ 48 Part No. 1163197 NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the wheelchair. Slide the clamp with mounting screw and locknut. Base 4. NOTE: Right and left side of the wheelchair with the mounting screw and locknut. Tighten securely. Tighten securely...
... FIGURE 11.8 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier Installing/Removing the Seat Positioning Strap Installing NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the back angle bracket on the right side of the wheelchair with the base attached over the end of the step tube of the wheelchair. 2. Remove ... 3. Remove the tongue strap. 6. Insignia™ 48 Part No. 1163197 NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the wheelchair. Slide the clamp with mounting screw and locknut. Base 4. NOTE: Right and left side of the wheelchair with the mounting screw and locknut. Tighten securely. Tighten securely...
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... INSTRUCTIONS. Part No. 1163197 51 Insignia™ Provide dealer's name, address, the product model number, date of purchase, indicate nature of the defect and, if the product is extended only to be defective, such product shall be repaired or replaced, at the bottom of title to any such product shall be free from defects in replacement part installation or repair...
... INSTRUCTIONS. Part No. 1163197 51 Insignia™ Provide dealer's name, address, the product model number, date of purchase, indicate nature of the defect and, if the product is extended only to be defective, such product shall be repaired or replaced, at the bottom of title to any such product shall be free from defects in replacement part installation or repair...