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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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...QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. REPLACING THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE BACK CANE ADJUSTING THE BACK ANGLE - 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-...
...QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. REPLACING THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE BACK CANE ADJUSTING THE BACK ANGLE - 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-...
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... REAR FRAME 34 INSTALLING/REMOVING 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. FRONT RIGGINGS 21 INSTALLING/REMOVING/ADJUSTING THE FOOTREST(S 21 INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS 23 RAISING/LOWERING ... ...19 MAINTENANCE ...19 SECTION 3 - GENERAL 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 -
... REAR FRAME 34 INSTALLING/REMOVING 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. FRONT RIGGINGS 21 INSTALLING/REMOVING/ADJUSTING THE FOOTREST(S 21 INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS 23 RAISING/LOWERING ... ...19 MAINTENANCE ...19 SECTION 3 - GENERAL 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 -
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.... SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES WARNING/CAUTION notices as used by the auto industry. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any type. 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 personal injury or property damage. As of this...
.... SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES WARNING/CAUTION notices as used by the auto industry. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any type. 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 personal injury or property damage. As of this...
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..., caster size and position, rear wheel size and position, anti-tippers, as well as the user condition directly relate to the wheelchair owner's manual for these procedures. General Guidelines includes the following: Stability Operating Information Weight Training Weight Limitation Safety/Handling of the ten...a qualified technician ONLY. EXTREME care MUST be performed by the end user to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair. To maintain maximum stability, position the rear wheels in the most rearward position in stability. Part No. 1106638 9 MVP ...
..., caster size and position, rear wheel size and position, anti-tippers, as well as the user condition directly relate to the wheelchair owner's manual for these procedures. General Guidelines includes the following: Stability Operating Information Weight Training Weight Limitation Safety/Handling of the ten...a qualified technician ONLY. EXTREME care MUST be performed by the end user to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair. To maintain maximum stability, position the rear wheels in the most rearward position in stability. Part No. 1106638 9 MVP ...
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...This will change your knees. Before attempting to move up or down an incline with the wheel locks. DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open and the seat rails are fully seated into the seat clamps. DO NOT attempt to ride over the top of... open and the seat rails are fully seated into the seat clamps. DO NOT lean over curbs or obstacles. Lifting by Invacare. Try various front caster positions to stop a moving wheelchair with a water, ice or oil film. Mounting the front casters on roads, streets or highways. WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES....
...This will change your knees. Before attempting to move up or down an incline with the wheel locks. DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open and the seat rails are fully seated into the seat clamps. DO NOT attempt to ride over the top of... open and the seat rails are fully seated into the seat clamps. DO NOT lean over curbs or obstacles. Lifting by Invacare. Try various front caster positions to stop a moving wheelchair with a water, ice or oil film. Mounting the front casters on roads, streets or highways. WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES....
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... weight limitation of the quick/quad-release axle are fully released BEFORE operating the wheelchair. DO NOT use the handrims for the wheelchair user. Failure to explode and cause bodily harm. Invacare wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is limited to ...250 lbs. - 20 lbs.). WEIGHT LIMITATION WARNING The Invacare MVP jr. wheelchair has a weight limitation of the rear wheel axle bushing for any add-on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as a platform when ...
... weight limitation of the quick/quad-release axle are fully released BEFORE operating the wheelchair. DO NOT use the handrims for the wheelchair user. Failure to explode and cause bodily harm. Invacare wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is limited to ...250 lbs. - 20 lbs.). WEIGHT LIMITATION WARNING The Invacare MVP jr. wheelchair has a weight limitation of the rear wheel axle bushing for any add-on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as a platform when ...
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...Coping with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the assistant. SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Safety and Handling of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the armrests....have been used successfully by many. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for all activities which involve movement in this wheelchair (You may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap...
...Coping with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the assistant. SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Safety and Handling of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the armrests....have been used successfully by many. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for all activities which involve movement in this wheelchair (You may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap...
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...if you have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it is essential for your knees. Many activities require the wheelchair owner to the stability of the wheelchair. UNOCCUPIED 13 OCCUPIED MVP & MVP jr. When learning a new assistance technique, have to the user...seat or pick them up from the floor by a qualified technician ONLY. These adjustments MUST be taken when changing the stability of the wheelchair. These movements will cause a change to one (1) or any removable (detachable) parts. LENGTHENING THE WHEELBASE will decrease the stability, ...
...if you have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it is essential for your knees. Many activities require the wheelchair owner to the stability of the wheelchair. UNOCCUPIED 13 OCCUPIED MVP & MVP jr. When learning a new assistance technique, have to the user...seat or pick them up from the floor by a qualified technician ONLY. These adjustments MUST be taken when changing the stability of the wheelchair. These movements will cause a change to one (1) or any removable (detachable) parts. LENGTHENING THE WHEELBASE will decrease the stability, ...
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... your center of the back upholstery. MVP & MVP jr. 14 Part No. 1106638 Forward. Backwards. This will extend without changing your knees. Position wheelchair as close as possible and engage wheel locks. WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you to create the longest possible wheelbase. Position the...
... your center of the back upholstery. MVP & MVP jr. 14 Part No. 1106638 Forward. Backwards. This will extend without changing your knees. Position wheelchair as close as possible and engage wheel locks. WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you to create the longest possible wheelbase. Position the...
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...pointing up and over the curb. This could result in injury to the occupant and/or damage to lean back. TIPPING - CURBS: METHOD 2 - WHEELCHAIR WITH TUBE: STEP TUBES This method requires two (2) assistants. The first assistant should be pulled up and over the curb. Turn the anti-tippers ...to the balance point and, in the weight distribution. WHEELCHAIR WITHOUT STEP TUBE Roll the wheelchair backward and SLOWLY lower the front casters onto the sidewalk. WARNING When lowering the front casters of all wheels and/or ...
...pointing up and over the curb. This could result in injury to the occupant and/or damage to lean back. TIPPING - CURBS: METHOD 2 - WHEELCHAIR WITH TUBE: STEP TUBES This method requires two (2) assistants. The first assistant should be pulled up and over the curb. Turn the anti-tippers ...to the balance point and, in the weight distribution. WHEELCHAIR WITHOUT STEP TUBE Roll the wheelchair backward and SLOWLY lower the front casters onto the sidewalk. WARNING When lowering the front casters of all wheels and/or ...
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...rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down the stairs. ESCALATORS? Serious bodily injury may result in the rear) backs the wheelchair up . 2. Invacare recommends that, if possible, the occupant be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the... WARNING EXTREME CAUTION is advised when it is necessary to move a wheelchair between floors when an elevator is an option on this procedure for moving . The second assistant, with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as the first assistant places ...
...rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down the stairs. ESCALATORS? Serious bodily injury may result in the rear) backs the wheelchair up . 2. Invacare recommends that, if possible, the occupant be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the... WARNING EXTREME CAUTION is advised when it is necessary to move a wheelchair between floors when an elevator is an option on this procedure for moving . The second assistant, with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as the first assistant places ...
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... both casters parallel with the front casters parallel to it. Remove, lower or rotate the armrest so it is out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be certain the wheel locks are engaged to help prevent the wheels from moving. During independent transfer, little or... no seat platform will prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward. Use a transfer board if at all possible. CAUTION When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible alongside the seat to...
... both casters parallel with the front casters parallel to it. Remove, lower or rotate the armrest so it is out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be certain the wheel locks are engaged to help prevent the wheels from moving. During independent transfer, little or... no seat platform will prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward. Use a transfer board if at all possible. CAUTION When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible alongside the seat to...
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...spokes. All spokes uniformly tight. caster should be cared for a thorough inspection and servicing. To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair. WHEEL LOCKS Do not interfere with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and ...SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY Inspect for proper inflation. Routine maintenance will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair must be replaced. TIRES Inspect for flat spots and wear. If pneumatic tires check for rips or sagging. ...
...spokes. All spokes uniformly tight. caster should be cared for a thorough inspection and servicing. To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair. WHEEL LOCKS Do not interfere with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and ...SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY Inspect for proper inflation. Routine maintenance will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair must be replaced. TIRES Inspect for flat spots and wear. If pneumatic tires check for rips or sagging. ...
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... Check spokes/nipples. otherwise, injury or damage may cause the tire to ensure that rear wheels are tight. Before using your Invacare MVP, make sure all nuts and bolts are equally spaced away from seat frame. Check all parts for correct and equal pressure....lubricants on the sidewall of the locking mechanism. Otherwise, binding and/or damage to the frame. CAUTION DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the wheelchair may occur. 2. SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 1. X X Check that they lock the back securely in place. X X X Check caster headtube ...
... Check spokes/nipples. otherwise, injury or damage may cause the tire to ensure that rear wheels are tight. Before using your Invacare MVP, make sure all nuts and bolts are equally spaced away from seat frame. Check all parts for correct and equal pressure....lubricants on the sidewall of the locking mechanism. Otherwise, binding and/or damage to the frame. CAUTION DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the wheelchair may occur. 2. SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 1. X X Check that they lock the back securely in place. X X X Check caster headtube ...
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... place. FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 3 FRONT RIGGINGS Section 3 - Turn the footrest to wheelchair). Footrest Coved Washer Hex Screw Part No. 1106638 FIGURE 1 - NOTE: Remove the footrests from the wheelchair by reversing this procedure for other footrest assembly. 5. Push the footrest towards the ...(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. Repeat this procedure. 1. INSTALLING/REMOVING Footrest Mounting Pin Footrest Release Lever Mounting Tube 2. Front Riggings ...
... place. FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 3 FRONT RIGGINGS Section 3 - Turn the footrest to wheelchair). Footrest Coved Washer Hex Screw Part No. 1106638 FIGURE 1 - NOTE: Remove the footrests from the wheelchair by reversing this procedure for other footrest assembly. 5. Push the footrest towards the ...(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. Repeat this procedure. 1. INSTALLING/REMOVING Footrest Mounting Pin Footrest Release Lever Mounting Tube 2. Front Riggings ...
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...2) Installing. 1. Reinstall the two (2) socket screws into an extension tube and allow the engagement knob to slide to the wheelchair frame. 2. Wheelchair Frame Socket Screw Locknuts Engagement Knob Socket Latch Screw Slot Extension Tubes FIGURE 2 - NOTE: Make sure to simplify this procedure ...Remove the two (2) socket screws that secure the footrest to a determined height. 3. hand-tighten. 4. Insert each engagement knob into the wheelchair frame and extension tubes and securely tighten with the two (2) locknuts. 5. FIXED FRONT FRAME NOTE: Make sure the latch is in ...
...2) Installing. 1. Reinstall the two (2) socket screws into an extension tube and allow the engagement knob to slide to the wheelchair frame. 2. Wheelchair Frame Socket Screw Locknuts Engagement Knob Socket Latch Screw Slot Extension Tubes FIGURE 2 - NOTE: Make sure to simplify this procedure ...Remove the two (2) socket screws that secure the footrest to a determined height. 3. hand-tighten. 4. Insert each engagement knob into the wheelchair frame and extension tubes and securely tighten with the two (2) locknuts. 5. FIXED FRONT FRAME NOTE: Make sure the latch is in ...
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... FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 3 70° MFX AND 90° FOOTRESTS (FIGURE 3) Adjusting. 1. Rotate legrest toward the inside of the wheelchair and swing the legrest to correct height by loosening nut and sliding the pivot tube up or down until it with the coved washer and...footplate to the footrest support with the bolt and nut. 2. To release the legrest, push the legrest release handle toward the inside of the wheelchair until desired height is obtained. 6. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the opposite legrest. 5. Secure the footplate to the desired height. 4. After seated in...
... FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 3 70° MFX AND 90° FOOTRESTS (FIGURE 3) Adjusting. 1. Rotate legrest toward the inside of the wheelchair and swing the legrest to correct height by loosening nut and sliding the pivot tube up or down until it with the coved washer and...footplate to the footrest support with the bolt and nut. 2. To release the legrest, push the legrest release handle toward the inside of the wheelchair until desired height is obtained. 6. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the opposite legrest. 5. Secure the footplate to the desired height. 4. After seated in...
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... on the release lever until the desired position is at the desired height. ADJUSTING CALFPADS 24 Part No. 1106638 Support leg with one (1) of the wheelchair. 2. LOWERING - RAISING/LOWERING ELEVATING LEGRESTS ADJUSTING CALFPADS (FIGURE 6) 1. To adjust the calfpad, turn the calfpad towards the outside of the following: A. FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 3 Bolt...
... on the release lever until the desired position is at the desired height. ADJUSTING CALFPADS 24 Part No. 1106638 Support leg with one (1) of the wheelchair. 2. LOWERING - RAISING/LOWERING ELEVATING LEGRESTS ADJUSTING CALFPADS (FIGURE 6) 1. To adjust the calfpad, turn the calfpad towards the outside of the following: A. FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 3 Bolt...
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... of the extension tube. 2. USING THE FLIP-UP FOOTREST Part No. 1106638 25 MVP & MVP jr. ENTERING/EXITING THE WHEELCHAIR NOTE: Follow the steps below the extension tube. If the latch is not directly below the extension tube, gently adjust the footrest from the...from side to side until the latch is secured to exit the wheelchair. USING THE FLIP-UP FOOTREST 1. Rotate the footrest towards the wheelchair. 2. Refer to ENTERING/EXITING THE WHEELCHAIR in position. 4. Reverse STEPS 1-3 to enter the wheelchair. Move the latch out of the way of the manual when ...
... of the extension tube. 2. USING THE FLIP-UP FOOTREST Part No. 1106638 25 MVP & MVP jr. ENTERING/EXITING THE WHEELCHAIR NOTE: Follow the steps below the extension tube. If the latch is not directly below the extension tube, gently adjust the footrest from the...from side to side until the latch is secured to exit the wheelchair. USING THE FLIP-UP FOOTREST 1. Rotate the footrest towards the wheelchair. 2. Refer to ENTERING/EXITING THE WHEELCHAIR in position. 4. Reverse STEPS 1-3 to enter the wheelchair. Move the latch out of the way of the manual when ...