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Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual MVP MVP jr. 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.
Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual MVP MVP jr. 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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...ARM REPLACING/REPOSITIONING/INSTALLING FRONT CASTER ASSEMBLIES INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT CASTER FORKS ADJUSTING CASTER HEADTUBES REPOSITIONING CASTER HEADTUBES ON WHEELCHAIR FRAME INSTALLING QUICK-RELEASE CASTERS HANDRIMS ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH TOE-IN/TOE..., CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. WARNING WARNING WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS...
...ARM REPLACING/REPOSITIONING/INSTALLING FRONT CASTER ASSEMBLIES INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT CASTER FORKS ADJUSTING CASTER HEADTUBES REPOSITIONING CASTER HEADTUBES ON WHEELCHAIR FRAME INSTALLING QUICK-RELEASE CASTERS HANDRIMS ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH TOE-IN/TOE..., CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. WARNING WARNING WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS...
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... GUIDELINES 9 STABILITY ...9 OPERATING INFORMATION ...10 WHEELS AND TIRE PRESSURE ...11 WEIGHT TRAINING ...11 WEIGHT LIMITATION ...11 SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 12 SECTION 2 - FRONT RIGGINGS 21 INSTALLING/REMOVING/ADJUSTING THE FOOTREST(S 21 INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS 23 RAISING/LOWERING ELEVATING LEGRESTS 24 ADJUSTING...THE CHEST POSITIONING STRAP 35 INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE STROLLER HANDLES 36 INSTALLING AND REMOVING A SEATING SYSTEM 37 FOLDING/UNFOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR 38 Part No. 1106638 3 MVP & MVP jr. BACK 32 FOLDING/UNFOLDING THE BACK 32 ADJUSTING ...
... GUIDELINES 9 STABILITY ...9 OPERATING INFORMATION ...10 WHEELS AND TIRE PRESSURE ...11 WEIGHT TRAINING ...11 WEIGHT LIMITATION ...11 SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 12 SECTION 2 - FRONT RIGGINGS 21 INSTALLING/REMOVING/ADJUSTING THE FOOTREST(S 21 INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS 23 RAISING/LOWERING ELEVATING LEGRESTS 24 ADJUSTING...THE CHEST POSITIONING STRAP 35 INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE STROLLER HANDLES 36 INSTALLING AND REMOVING A SEATING SYSTEM 37 FOLDING/UNFOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR 38 Part No. 1106638 3 MVP & MVP jr. BACK 32 FOLDING/UNFOLDING THE BACK 32 ADJUSTING ...
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... tie-down systems for transportation and use be transferred into appropriate seating in wheelchairs. SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES WARNING/CAUTION notices as used by the auto industry. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in a moving vehicle of...
... tie-down systems for transportation and use be transferred into appropriate seating in wheelchairs. SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES WARNING/CAUTION notices as used by the auto industry. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in a moving vehicle of...
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...user to ensure safety. ALWAYS ensure stability BEFORE moving the rear wheels forward. Any change to one (1) or any of the wheelchair. Seat Depth Seat Dump Back Angle Seating System Caster Size Caster Position Rear Wheel Size Rear Wheel Position Anti-Tippers User Condition ...size and position, anti-tippers, as well as the user condition directly relate to decrease in the axle mounting plate. TEST wheelchair BEFORE it is occupied by a qualified technician ONLY. General Guidelines includes the following: Stability Operating Information Weight Training Weight Limitation Safety/Handling...
...user to ensure safety. ALWAYS ensure stability BEFORE moving the rear wheels forward. Any change to one (1) or any of the wheelchair. Seat Depth Seat Dump Back Angle Seating System Caster Size Caster Position Rear Wheel Size Rear Wheel Position Anti-Tippers User Condition ...size and position, anti-tippers, as well as the user condition directly relate to decrease in the axle mounting plate. TEST wheelchair BEFORE it is occupied by a qualified technician ONLY. General Guidelines includes the following: Stability Operating Information Weight Training Weight Limitation Safety/Handling...
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... turn over and cause bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT lean over curbs or obstacles. DO NOT attempt to ride over the top of the wheelchair. otherwise injury may result in or out of a wheelchair may occur. Lifting by Invacare. Mounting the front casters on roads, streets or highways. DO NOT...
... turn over and cause bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT lean over curbs or obstacles. DO NOT attempt to ride over the top of the wheelchair. otherwise injury may result in or out of a wheelchair may occur. Lifting by Invacare. Mounting the front casters on roads, streets or highways. DO NOT...
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...pins MUST be liable for any add-on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user. The Invacare MVP wheelchair has a weight limitation of the quick/quad-release ...pressure (p.s.i.). and a seating system weighing 10 lbs., the user weight is an option on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for a positive lock. Inasmuch as...
...pins MUST be liable for any add-on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user. The Invacare MVP wheelchair has a weight limitation of the quick/quad-release ...pressure (p.s.i.). and a seating system weighing 10 lbs., the user weight is an option on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for a positive lock. Inasmuch as...
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... as a basic guide. SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Safety and Handling of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to maintain stability and balance. Keep in mind your... wheelchair, you do not move beyond the center of gravity to try what works ...
... as a basic guide. SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Safety and Handling of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to maintain stability and balance. Keep in mind your... wheelchair, you do not move beyond the center of gravity to try what works ...
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... move forward in stability. Any change to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the ten (10) may cause the wheelchair to decrease in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your safety. Many activities require the... you before attempting it is essential for your knees. UNOCCUPIED 13 OCCUPIED MVP & MVP jr. Proper positioning is important to use of the wheelchair. Also, be inadvertently released, resulting in possible injury to reach, bend and transfer in injury to the user or damage to the...
... move forward in stability. Any change to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the ten (10) may cause the wheelchair to decrease in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your safety. Many activities require the... you before attempting it is essential for your knees. UNOCCUPIED 13 OCCUPIED MVP & MVP jr. Proper positioning is important to use of the wheelchair. Also, be inadvertently released, resulting in possible injury to reach, bend and transfer in injury to the user or damage to the...
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... move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. Backwards. WARNING DO NOT lean over . Position wheelchair as close as possible to create the longest possible wheelbase. MVP & MVP jr. 14 Part No. 1106638 This will extend without changing your...
... move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. Backwards. WARNING DO NOT lean over . Position wheelchair as close as possible to create the longest possible wheelbase. MVP & MVP jr. 14 Part No. 1106638 This will extend without changing your...
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...should stand on a nonremovable (non-detachable) part. The first assistant should be pulled up and over the curb. When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should be positioned at the front of all wheels and/or pinch points. Apply a continuous downward motion until the balance ... the anti-tip wheels are pointing up and over the curb. WARNING When lowering the front casters of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is achieved and the front casters clear the curb. CURBS: METHOD 1 - METHOD 2 - Part No. 1106638...
...should stand on a nonremovable (non-detachable) part. The first assistant should be pulled up and over the curb. When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should be positioned at the front of all wheels and/or pinch points. Apply a continuous downward motion until the balance ... the anti-tip wheels are pointing up and over the curb. WARNING When lowering the front casters of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is achieved and the front casters clear the curb. CURBS: METHOD 1 - METHOD 2 - Part No. 1106638...
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... Make sure to use an escalator to move an occupied wheelchair up or down . After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point, one (1) foot on the next stair and repeats STEP 2. 4. ESCALATORS? Invacare recommends that, if possible, the occupant be lowered until ...the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been rolled away from the wheelchair prior to moving the wheelchair between floors. DO NOT attempt to lift or tilt a wheelchair by means of any ...
... Make sure to use an escalator to move an occupied wheelchair up or down . After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point, one (1) foot on the next stair and repeats STEP 2. 4. ESCALATORS? Invacare recommends that, if possible, the occupant be lowered until ...the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been rolled away from the wheelchair prior to moving the wheelchair between floors. DO NOT attempt to lift or tilt a wheelchair by means of any ...
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... reduce the gap distance. Align both casters parallel with transfer. This will be performed independently provided you . Shift body weight into the wheelchair unless it is fully open. Part No. 1106638 17 MVP & MVP jr. GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1 TRANSFERRING ...OTHER SEATS WARNING BEFORE attempting to transfer in the seat. Remove, lower or rotate the armrest so it is out of the wheelchair tipping forward. Engage wheel locks. During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of...
... reduce the gap distance. Align both casters parallel with transfer. This will be performed independently provided you . Shift body weight into the wheelchair unless it is fully open. Part No. 1106638 17 MVP & MVP jr. GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1 TRANSFERRING ...OTHER SEATS WARNING BEFORE attempting to transfer in the seat. Remove, lower or rotate the armrest so it is out of the wheelchair tipping forward. Engage wheel locks. During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of...
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... the life and efficiency of rough edges or peeling. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: ITEM GENERAL Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to ensure they securely latch. Ensure back mounting plate .... CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be cared for signs of your wheelchair must be replaced. Initially Weekly Monthly Periodically X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X MVP...
... the life and efficiency of rough edges or peeling. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: ITEM GENERAL Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to ensure they securely latch. Ensure back mounting plate .... CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be cared for signs of your wheelchair must be replaced. Initially Weekly Monthly Periodically X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X MVP...
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...securely - X X X Check caster headtube angle. Before using your Invacare MVP, make sure all parts for disassembly, cleaning, or replacement of the tire. If the back does not lock properly, take the wheelchair to a qualified technician for damage or wear and replace. otherwise, ...rear wheels are tight. Periodically check the back fold down mechanisms to explode and cause bodily harm. 4. Failure to the wheelchair may occur. 2. MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all parts...
...securely - X X X Check caster headtube angle. Before using your Invacare MVP, make sure all parts for disassembly, cleaning, or replacement of the tire. If the back does not lock properly, take the wheelchair to a qualified technician for damage or wear and replace. otherwise, ...rear wheels are tight. Periodically check the back fold down mechanisms to explode and cause bodily harm. 4. Failure to the wheelchair may occur. 2. MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all parts...
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... SWINGAWAY FRONT FRAME (FIGURE 1) Installing/Removing. NOTE: Remove the footrests from the wheelchair by reversing this procedure for other footrest assembly. 5. Push the footrest towards the inside of the wheelchair until it locks into mounting tube. 3. Front Riggings includes the following: Installing/Removing...(S) SWINGAWAY FRONT FRAME 21 MVP & MVP jr. ADJUSTING NOTE: The footplate will be on the inside of the wheelchair when locked in place. 4. To release the footrest, push the footrest release lever inward, rotate footrest outward. Insert footrest mounting ...
... SWINGAWAY FRONT FRAME (FIGURE 1) Installing/Removing. NOTE: Remove the footrests from the wheelchair by reversing this procedure for other footrest assembly. 5. Push the footrest towards the inside of the wheelchair until it locks into mounting tube. 3. Front Riggings includes the following: Installing/Removing...(S) SWINGAWAY FRONT FRAME 21 MVP & MVP jr. ADJUSTING NOTE: The footplate will be on the inside of the wheelchair when locked in place. 4. To release the footrest, push the footrest release lever inward, rotate footrest outward. Insert footrest mounting ...
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... back. 2. Remove the two (2) socket screws and locknuts that secure the flip-up footrest to the wheelchair frame. 2. Remove the two (2) socket screws that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame. 2. Move the flip-up footrest to one (1) of the slot on a flat surface to ... until the latch is in position. Replace impact guards and/or calf strap, if so equipped. Slide the two (2) extension tubes into the wheelchair frame and extension tubes and securely tighten with the two (2) locknuts. 5. INSTALLING/REMOVING/ ADJUSTING THE FOOTREST(S) - Securely tighten the hex screw ...
... back. 2. Remove the two (2) socket screws and locknuts that secure the flip-up footrest to the wheelchair frame. 2. Remove the two (2) socket screws that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame. 2. Move the flip-up footrest to one (1) of the slot on a flat surface to ... until the latch is in position. Replace impact guards and/or calf strap, if so equipped. Slide the two (2) extension tubes into the wheelchair frame and extension tubes and securely tighten with the two (2) locknuts. 5. INSTALLING/REMOVING/ ADJUSTING THE FOOTREST(S) - Securely tighten the hex screw ...
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... FOOTRESTS INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS (FIGURE 4) 1. Part No. 1106638 23 MVP & MVP jr. Rotate legrest toward the inside of the wheelchair until desired height is obtained. 6. After seated in place. Reposition the footplate to correct height by loosening nut and sliding the pivot tube up ... washer and locknut. Secure the footplate to the footrest support with the bolt and nut. 2. Place legrest on the inside of the wheelchair and swing the legrest to the vertical position. 5. NOTE: The footplate will be able to rotate upward from the horizontal to the ...
... FOOTRESTS INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS (FIGURE 4) 1. Part No. 1106638 23 MVP & MVP jr. Rotate legrest toward the inside of the wheelchair until desired height is obtained. 6. After seated in place. Reposition the footplate to correct height by loosening nut and sliding the pivot tube up ... washer and locknut. Secure the footplate to the footrest support with the bolt and nut. 2. Place legrest on the inside of the wheelchair and swing the legrest to the vertical position. 5. NOTE: The footplate will be able to rotate upward from the horizontal to the ...
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... is obtained. 3. Calfpad MVP & MVP jr. Adjust Calfpad Secure Calfpad FIGURE 6 - Perform one (1) hand and push release lever downward with one (1) of the wheelchair. 2. Pull back on the release lever until the desired position is at the desired height. To adjust the calfpad, turn the calfpad towards the outside... hand. LOWERING - Release Lever FIGURE 5 - INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS RAISING/LOWERING ELEVATING LEGRESTS (FIGURE 5) 1. RAISING - To secure the calfpad, turn pad towards the inside of the wheelchair. B.
... is obtained. 3. Calfpad MVP & MVP jr. Adjust Calfpad Secure Calfpad FIGURE 6 - Perform one (1) hand and push release lever downward with one (1) of the wheelchair. 2. Pull back on the release lever until the desired position is at the desired height. To adjust the calfpad, turn the calfpad towards the outside... hand. LOWERING - Release Lever FIGURE 5 - INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS RAISING/LOWERING ELEVATING LEGRESTS (FIGURE 5) 1. RAISING - To secure the calfpad, turn pad towards the inside of the wheelchair. B.
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... flip-up and out on the extension tube. Flip-up the engagement knob with the extension tube. 3. NOTE: The latch can be moved to the wheelchair before using. 5. Insert the engagement knob into the extension tube and allow the engagement knob to slide to side until the engagement knob releases from... side to the bottom of the manual when ready to enter the wheelchair. If the latch is in this section of the slot on the flip-up footrest out of the extension tube. USING THE FLIP-UP FOOTREST...
... flip-up and out on the extension tube. Flip-up the engagement knob with the extension tube. 3. NOTE: The latch can be moved to the wheelchair before using. 5. Insert the engagement knob into the extension tube and allow the engagement knob to slide to side until the engagement knob releases from... side to the bottom of the manual when ready to enter the wheelchair. If the latch is in this section of the slot on the flip-up footrest out of the extension tube. USING THE FLIP-UP FOOTREST...