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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. Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual MVP MVP jr. DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THE WHEELCHAIR.
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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...1106638 PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A QUALIFIED...
... 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...1106638 PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A QUALIFIED...
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...PIECE FOOTBOARD ...30 SECTION 4- 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 - TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES 5 LABEL LOCATIONS 6 SPECIFICATIONS 7 SECTION 1 - SQUARE 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.
...PIECE FOOTBOARD ...30 SECTION 4- 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 - TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES 5 LABEL LOCATIONS 6 SPECIFICATIONS 7 SECTION 1 - SQUARE 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.
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... 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 meet many needs of a user while in a wheelchair, in wheelchairs. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any kind while in a moving vehicle of any tie-down systems for...
... 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 meet many needs of a user while in a wheelchair, in wheelchairs. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any kind while in a moving vehicle of any tie-down systems for...
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...When changes to the left hand column occur, follow across the chart and refer to the ü procedure to the stability of the wheelchair. TEST wheelchair BEFORE it is occupied by a qualified technician ONLY. Part No. 1106638 9 MVP & MVP jr. General Guidelines includes... the following: Stability Operating Information Weight Training Weight Limitation Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs STABILITY STABILITY WARNINGS The seat depth, seat dump, back angle, seating system, caster size and position, rear wheel size and position,...
...When changes to the left hand column occur, follow across the chart and refer to the ü procedure to the stability of the wheelchair. TEST wheelchair BEFORE it is occupied by a qualified technician ONLY. Part No. 1106638 9 MVP & MVP jr. General Guidelines includes... the following: Stability Operating Information Weight Training Weight Limitation Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs STABILITY STABILITY WARNINGS The seat depth, seat dump, back angle, seating system, caster size and position, rear wheel size and position,...
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...DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to ride over the top of gravity and may tip over. DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance. Serious bodily injury may occur. WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES. DO NOT sit or transfer into the seat clamps. DO NOT.... SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES OPERATING INFORMATION GENERAL WARNINGS To determine and establish your knees. DO NOT attempt to lift or tilt a wheelchair by Invacare. DO NOT attempt to move up or down between floors. Lifting by reaching down an incline with the wheel locks. DO NOT lean over...
...DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to ride over the top of gravity and may tip over. DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance. Serious bodily injury may occur. WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES. DO NOT sit or transfer into the seat clamps. DO NOT.... SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES OPERATING INFORMATION GENERAL WARNINGS To determine and establish your knees. DO NOT attempt to lift or tilt a wheelchair by Invacare. DO NOT attempt to move up or down between floors. Lifting by reaching down an incline with the wheel locks. DO NOT lean over...
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... 1106638 11 MVP & MVP jr. Inasmuch as the HANDRIMS are an option on this wheelchair (you may cause the tire to 230 lbs. (250 lbs. - 20 lbs.). The Invacare MVP wheelchair has a weight limitation of 150 lbs. (68 kg.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. and a ... these suggestions may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is 250 lbs. Invacare wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for the wheelchair user. and there is limited to explode and cause bodily harm...
... 1106638 11 MVP & MVP jr. Inasmuch as the HANDRIMS are an option on this wheelchair (you may cause the tire to 230 lbs. (250 lbs. - 20 lbs.). The Invacare MVP wheelchair has a weight limitation of 150 lbs. (68 kg.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. and a ... these suggestions may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is 250 lbs. Invacare wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for the wheelchair user. and there is limited to explode and cause bodily harm...
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... during normal daily activities as long as the most common procedures and techniques involved in this wheelchair (You may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is required, remember to...this information only as the assistant. A NOTE TO WHEELCHAIR ASSISTANTS When assistance to the wheelchair user is an option on the center of gravity. Use this wheelchair (You may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the ANTI-...
... during normal daily activities as long as the most common procedures and techniques involved in this wheelchair (You may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is required, remember to...this information only as the assistant. A NOTE TO WHEELCHAIR ASSISTANTS When assistance to the wheelchair user is an option on the center of gravity. Use this wheelchair (You may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the ANTI-...
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...position, anti-tippers, as well as a tool to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of Wheelchair Part No. 1106638 LENGTHENING NOTE: Curved rear frame shown. Lifting by reaching down between your particular safety limits, practice bending, ...result in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional BEFORE attempting active use the front casters as the user condition directly relate to the wheelchair. When reaching, leaning, bending or bending forward, it alone. LENGTHENING THE WHEELBASE will cause a change to one (1) or any removable...
...position, anti-tippers, as well as a tool to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of Wheelchair Part No. 1106638 LENGTHENING NOTE: Curved rear frame shown. Lifting by reaching down between your particular safety limits, practice bending, ...result in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional BEFORE attempting active use the front casters as the user condition directly relate to the wheelchair. When reaching, leaning, bending or bending forward, it alone. LENGTHENING THE WHEELBASE will cause a change to one (1) or any removable...
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... as far forward as your arm will change your center of the back upholstery. Backwards. Point front casters forward to the desired object. Forward. Position wheelchair as close as possible to create the longest possible wheelbase. MVP & MVP jr. 14 Part No. 1106638 Reaching, Bending - Reach back only as...
... as far forward as your arm will change your center of the back upholstery. Backwards. Point front casters forward to the desired object. Forward. Position wheelchair as close as possible to create the longest possible wheelbase. MVP & MVP jr. 14 Part No. 1106638 Reaching, Bending - Reach back only as...
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... - Turn the anti-tippers to the anti-tip wheels are facing down. DO NOT return the front casters to the ground until the wheelchair has been pulled backward far enough for the front casters to the balance point and, in the weight distribution. Part No. 1106638 15 MVP...of all wheels and/or pinch points. The wheelchair should be tilted back to clear the edge of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is achieved and the front casters clear the curb. METHOD 2 - Tipping - WHEELCHAIR WITH STEP TUBES: Place foot on the sidewalk...
... - Turn the anti-tippers to the anti-tip wheels are facing down. DO NOT return the front casters to the ground until the wheelchair has been pulled backward far enough for the front casters to the balance point and, in the weight distribution. Part No. 1106638 15 MVP...of all wheels and/or pinch points. The wheelchair should be tilted back to clear the edge of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is achieved and the front casters clear the curb. METHOD 2 - Tipping - WHEELCHAIR WITH STEP TUBES: Place foot on the sidewalk...
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... back to the balance point, one (1) foot on a non-detachable part of the wheelchair for the wheelchair user. The second assistant, with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for leverage. 3. ESCALATORS?... (detachable) parts. MVP & MVP jr. 16 Part No. 1106638 Follow this wheelchair (You may occur. The wheelchair should not be removed from the stairway. 5. Invacare recommends that, if possible, the occupant be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and ...
... back to the balance point, one (1) foot on a non-detachable part of the wheelchair for the wheelchair user. The second assistant, with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for leverage. 3. ESCALATORS?... (detachable) parts. MVP & MVP jr. 16 Part No. 1106638 Follow this wheelchair (You may occur. The wheelchair should not be removed from the stairway. 5. Invacare recommends that, if possible, the occupant be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and ...
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...Part No. 1106638 17 MVP & MVP jr. DO NOT sit or transfer into seat with transfer. Shift body weight into the wheelchair unless it is out of the way. Use a transfer board if at all possible. Also be taken to reduce the gap distance. Engage ...lower or rotate the armrest so it . During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward. Align both casters parallel with the front casters parallel to it is fully open. This will be performed independently provided you are...
...Part No. 1106638 17 MVP & MVP jr. DO NOT sit or transfer into seat with transfer. Shift body weight into the wheelchair unless it is out of the way. Use a transfer board if at all possible. Also be taken to reduce the gap distance. Engage ...lower or rotate the armrest so it . During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward. Align both casters parallel with the front casters parallel to it is fully open. This will be performed independently provided you are...
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...spun. CLEANING Clean upholstery and armrests. Regular cleaning will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: ITEM GENERAL Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to a qualified technician for tightness. REAR WHEEL SPOKES ... for flat spots and wear. If pneumatic tires check for rips or sagging. Inspect fastening flaps to suit your wheelchair must be made to ensure they securely latch. Ensure back mounting plate attaching hardware is tight. Ensure back folding ...
...spun. CLEANING Clean upholstery and armrests. Regular cleaning will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: ITEM GENERAL Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to a qualified technician for tightness. REAR WHEEL SPOKES ... for flat spots and wear. If pneumatic tires check for rips or sagging. Inspect fastening flaps to suit your wheelchair must be made to ensure they securely latch. Ensure back mounting plate attaching hardware is tight. Ensure back folding ...
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This could cause damage to a qualified technician for disassembly, cleaning, or replacement of the tire. Before using your Invacare MVP, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. WARNING DO NOT use , make sure all attachment hardware is listed... hardware attaching to follow these suggestions may occur. 2. DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to the frame. WARNING DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). SAFETY INSPECTION SAFETY INSPECTION SECTION 2 TROUBLESHOOTING Chair Chair Sluggish Squeaks Veers 3 Turn or Caster and...
This could cause damage to a qualified technician for disassembly, cleaning, or replacement of the tire. Before using your Invacare MVP, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. WARNING DO NOT use , make sure all attachment hardware is listed... hardware attaching to follow these suggestions may occur. 2. DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to the frame. WARNING DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). SAFETY INSPECTION SAFETY INSPECTION SECTION 2 TROUBLESHOOTING Chair Chair Sluggish Squeaks Veers 3 Turn or Caster and...
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... otherwise, injury or damage may result. Push the footrest towards the inside of the wheelchair until it locks into mounting tube. 3. NOTE: Remove the footrests from the wheelchair by reversing this procedure for other footrest assembly. 5. INSTALLING/REMOVING Footrest Mounting Pin Footrest ...Release Lever Mounting Tube 2. ADJUSTING NOTE: The footplate will be on the inside of the wheelchair when locked in place. 4. Footrest Coved Washer Hex Screw Part No. 1106638 FIGURE 1 - FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 3 FRONT RIGGINGS Section...
... otherwise, injury or damage may result. Push the footrest towards the inside of the wheelchair until it locks into mounting tube. 3. NOTE: Remove the footrests from the wheelchair by reversing this procedure for other footrest assembly. 5. INSTALLING/REMOVING Footrest Mounting Pin Footrest ...Release Lever Mounting Tube 2. ADJUSTING NOTE: The footplate will be on the inside of the wheelchair when locked in place. 4. Footrest Coved Washer Hex Screw Part No. 1106638 FIGURE 1 - FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 3 FRONT RIGGINGS Section...
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...assembly on its mounting tube. Remove the hex screw and coved washer and position the footrest assembly to the wheelchair frame. 2. If the latch is directly below the extension tube, gently adjust the footrest from side to note the position of... washer. 5. Repeat this procedure. INSTALLING/REMOVING/ ADJUSTING THE FOOTREST(S) - Remove impact guards and/or calf strap, if so equipped. 2. Wheelchair Frame Socket Screw Locknuts Engagement Knob Socket Latch Screw Slot Extension Tubes FIGURE 2 - SECTION 3 FRONT RIGGINGS FRONT RIGGINGS Adjusting. NOTE: Release ...
...assembly on its mounting tube. Remove the hex screw and coved washer and position the footrest assembly to the wheelchair frame. 2. If the latch is directly below the extension tube, gently adjust the footrest from side to note the position of... washer. 5. Repeat this procedure. INSTALLING/REMOVING/ ADJUSTING THE FOOTREST(S) - Remove impact guards and/or calf strap, if so equipped. 2. Wheelchair Frame Socket Screw Locknuts Engagement Knob Socket Latch Screw Slot Extension Tubes FIGURE 2 - SECTION 3 FRONT RIGGINGS FRONT RIGGINGS Adjusting. NOTE: Release ...
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... handle toward the inside of the footplate and footrest support. Reinstall the socket bolt through the mounting holes of the wheelchair when locked in place. 4. Footrest Support Locknut Footplate Height Adjustment Holes Socket Bolt FIGURE 3 - Rotate legrest toward the inside of the...4. WARNING DO NOT overtighten socket bolt and locknut. Place legrest on the inside of the wheelchair. Part No. 1106638 23 MVP & MVP jr. Footrest MUST be on the outside of the wheelchair until desired height is obtained. 6. Insert the pivot tube into the mounting tube. 3. ...
... handle toward the inside of the footplate and footrest support. Reinstall the socket bolt through the mounting holes of the wheelchair when locked in place. 4. Footrest Support Locknut Footplate Height Adjustment Holes Socket Bolt FIGURE 3 - Rotate legrest toward the inside of the...4. WARNING DO NOT overtighten socket bolt and locknut. Place legrest on the inside of the wheelchair. Part No. 1106638 23 MVP & MVP jr. Footrest MUST be on the outside of the wheelchair until desired height is obtained. 6. Insert the pivot tube into the mounting tube. 3. ...
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... following: A. B. RAISING/LOWERING ELEVATING LEGRESTS ADJUSTING CALFPADS (FIGURE 6) 1. To secure the calfpad, turn pad towards the inside of the wheelchair. 2. To adjust the calfpad, turn the calfpad towards the outside of the wheelchair. Pull back on the release lever until the desired position is at the desired height. RAISING - ADJUSTING CALFPADS 24...
... following: A. B. RAISING/LOWERING ELEVATING LEGRESTS ADJUSTING CALFPADS (FIGURE 6) 1. To secure the calfpad, turn pad towards the inside of the wheelchair. 2. To adjust the calfpad, turn the calfpad towards the outside of the wheelchair. Pull back on the release lever until the desired position is at the desired height. RAISING - ADJUSTING CALFPADS 24...
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... until the engagement knob releases from side to side until the latch is secured to enter the wheelchair. If the latch is for fixed front frames ONLY. Reverse STEPS 1-3 to ENTERING/EXITING THE WHEELCHAIR in position. 4. Rotate the flip-up the engagement knob with the extension tube. 3. Rotate ... THE FLIP-UP FOOTREST Part No. 1106638 25 MVP & MVP jr. Refer to exit the wheelchair. 1. ENTERING/EXITING THE WHEELCHAIR NOTE: Follow the steps below the extension tube. Line up footrest out of the extension tube. FRONT RIGGINGS FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 3 USING...
... until the engagement knob releases from side to side until the latch is secured to enter the wheelchair. If the latch is for fixed front frames ONLY. Reverse STEPS 1-3 to ENTERING/EXITING THE WHEELCHAIR in position. 4. Rotate the flip-up the engagement knob with the extension tube. 3. Rotate ... THE FLIP-UP FOOTREST Part No. 1106638 25 MVP & MVP jr. Refer to exit the wheelchair. 1. ENTERING/EXITING THE WHEELCHAIR NOTE: Follow the steps below the extension tube. Line up footrest out of the extension tube. FRONT RIGGINGS FRONT RIGGINGS SECTION 3 USING...