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For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com USER: BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference. Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Orbit™ DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com USER: BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference. Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Orbit™ DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
Owners Manual
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... TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT - 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). ALSO, A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES SPECIFICALLY INDICATED IN THE MANUAL. OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY...
... TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT - 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). ALSO, A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES SPECIFICALLY INDICATED IN THE MANUAL. OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY...
Owners Manual
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... of making such a selection. Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in death or serious injury. Only use the transport brackets included with TRRO for transportation and use be transferred into appropriate seating in accordance with ANSI/RESNA WC Vol 1 Section 19 Frontal Impact Test requirements for use in this manual. WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND...
... of making such a selection. Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in death or serious injury. Only use the transport brackets included with TRRO for transportation and use be transferred into appropriate seating in accordance with ANSI/RESNA WC Vol 1 Section 19 Frontal Impact Test requirements for use in this manual. WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND...
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P/N 1120033 REV B - 08/05 NOTE: Seat removed for clarity. Part No. 1073955 11 Orbit™ Wheelchairs with TRRO LABEL LOCATION Refer to attached TRANSPORT READY OPTION Instruction Card and wheelchair Owner's Manual before use.
P/N 1120033 REV B - 08/05 NOTE: Seat removed for clarity. Part No. 1073955 11 Orbit™ Wheelchairs with TRRO LABEL LOCATION Refer to attached TRANSPORT READY OPTION Instruction Card and wheelchair Owner's Manual before use.
Owners Manual
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... Professionals/Assistants The Orbit wheelchair MUST be operated by an authorized Invacare dealer or qualified technician. All Models CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION The seat height, seat depth, back angle, pivot point of seat frame, seating system, caster position, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this...
... Professionals/Assistants The Orbit wheelchair MUST be operated by an authorized Invacare dealer or qualified technician. All Models CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION The seat height, seat depth, back angle, pivot point of seat frame, seating system, caster position, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this...
Owners Manual
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... cane or hand grip areas use , ensure that grips are reaching as a safeguard for the wheelchair user. If the wheelchair is unoccupied. Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustment should be performed while the wheelchair is exposed to extreme temperature ...service and before attempting active use anti‐tippers. Use of protection against tipover. Serious injury or damage to move forward in the hand grips sliding off the cane assembly. DO NOT attempt to property may not provide the same level of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in the seat...
... cane or hand grip areas use , ensure that grips are reaching as a safeguard for the wheelchair user. If the wheelchair is unoccupied. Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustment should be performed while the wheelchair is exposed to extreme temperature ...service and before attempting active use anti‐tippers. Use of protection against tipover. Serious injury or damage to move forward in the hand grips sliding off the cane assembly. DO NOT attempt to property may not provide the same level of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in the seat...
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.... Weight Training Invacare does not recommend the use your seat positioning strap. It is void. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be replaced immediately. SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.
.... Weight Training Invacare does not recommend the use your seat positioning strap. It is void. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be replaced immediately. SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.
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...replaced immediately. It is not designed for all activities which involve movement in the wheelchair have been used successfully by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it in maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers. If signs of the wheelchair user as well as the seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only. Virtually all . This manual... the new wheelchair user and assistant with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as a basic guide. The seat positioning strap ...
...replaced immediately. It is not designed for all activities which involve movement in the wheelchair have been used successfully by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it in maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers. If signs of the wheelchair user as well as the seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only. Virtually all . This manual... the new wheelchair user and assistant with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as a basic guide. The seat positioning strap ...
Owners Manual
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... as lifting supports, as the user condition directly relate to the wheelchair. The seat height, seat depth, back angle, pivot point of seat frame, seating system, caster position, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as they may result in injury to the user or damage to the stability of the wheelchair. Many activities require the wheelchair owner to maintain...
... as lifting supports, as the user condition directly relate to the wheelchair. The seat height, seat depth, back angle, pivot point of seat frame, seating system, caster position, size and position of the rear wheels, as well as they may result in injury to the user or damage to the stability of the wheelchair. Many activities require the wheelchair owner to maintain...
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Stairways ƽ WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. If signs of the wheelchair for leverage. Lifting by lifting on this wheelchair (you may result in the rear) backs the wheelchair up or down . Invacare recommends that, if possible, the user be replaced immediately. NOTE: For this procedure for looseness before using two assistants and making thorough preparations. SECTION...
Stairways ƽ WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. If signs of the wheelchair for leverage. Lifting by lifting on this wheelchair (you may result in the rear) backs the wheelchair up or down . Invacare recommends that, if possible, the user be replaced immediately. NOTE: For this procedure for looseness before using two assistants and making thorough preparations. SECTION...
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... of the tire. 6. The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced at your authorized dealer or by a qualified technician. 7. Orbit™ 26 Part No. 1073955 Refer to explode and cause bodily harm. 5. SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ƽ WARNING DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper...
... of the tire. 6. The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced at your authorized dealer or by a qualified technician. 7. Orbit™ 26 Part No. 1073955 Refer to explode and cause bodily harm. 5. SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ƽ WARNING DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has the proper...
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... transported in vehicles of any kind while in a moving vehicle of seat/base frame plate assembly. Disassembling the Seat Frame from the wheelchair. 7. NOTE: If a seating system is being used on quick‐release pin to the seating system Ownerʹs Manual for a positive lock. If so equipped, remove the existing seating system from the Base Frame ƽ WARNING Invacare recommends that the wheelchair users...
... transported in vehicles of any kind while in a moving vehicle of seat/base frame plate assembly. Disassembling the Seat Frame from the wheelchair. 7. NOTE: If a seating system is being used on quick‐release pin to the seating system Ownerʹs Manual for a positive lock. If so equipped, remove the existing seating system from the Base Frame ƽ WARNING Invacare recommends that the wheelchair users...
Owners Manual
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... legrest. 5. Rotate legrest toward the inside of the wheelchair. After seated in place. To adjust the elevating legrest, raise legs until it with other hand. 3. To reposition legrest to normal position, support leg with one hand and push release lever downward with...Installing Elevating Legrest NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.5. 1. Insert the pivot tube into the mounting tube. 3. NOTE: The footplate will be positioned on the outside of the wheelchair and insert the mounting pin into the legrest support and secure it locks in wheelchair, adjust footrest...
... legrest. 5. Rotate legrest toward the inside of the wheelchair. After seated in place. To adjust the elevating legrest, raise legs until it with other hand. 3. To reposition legrest to normal position, support leg with one hand and push release lever downward with...Installing Elevating Legrest NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.5. 1. Insert the pivot tube into the mounting tube. 3. NOTE: The footplate will be positioned on the outside of the wheelchair and insert the mounting pin into the legrest support and secure it locks in wheelchair, adjust footrest...
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SECTION 7-SEAT AND BACK Installing/Removing a Seating System NOTE: If a seating system is being used on the wheelchair, refer to your particular seating system manufacturerʹs Ownerʹs Manual for installation and removal of the seating system. Remove seating system from wheelchair. 2. Remove existing seat pan and discard. Mounting Screws Seat Pan Seat Rail FIGURE 7.7 Removing/Installing the Seat Pan Part No. 1073955 57 Orbit™ Secure with the existing...
SECTION 7-SEAT AND BACK Installing/Removing a Seating System NOTE: If a seating system is being used on the wheelchair, refer to your particular seating system manufacturerʹs Ownerʹs Manual for installation and removal of the seating system. Remove seating system from wheelchair. 2. Remove existing seat pan and discard. Mounting Screws Seat Pan Seat Rail FIGURE 7.7 Removing/Installing the Seat Pan Part No. 1073955 57 Orbit™ Secure with the existing...
Owners Manual
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...to one or any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Fork Locknut Mounting Screw Spacer Spacer Front Caster FIGURE 8.1 Replacing/Installing Front Caster Assemblies Orbit™ 58 Part No. 1073955 Otherwise injury or ... of the wheelchair. Replacing/Installing Front Caster Assemblies ƽ WARNING The seat height, seat depth, back angle, pivot point of seat frame, seating system, caster position, size and position of the new front caster. NOTE: For this procedure be performed by an authorized Invacare dealer or ...
...to one or any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Fork Locknut Mounting Screw Spacer Spacer Front Caster FIGURE 8.1 Replacing/Installing Front Caster Assemblies Orbit™ 58 Part No. 1073955 Otherwise injury or ... of the wheelchair. Replacing/Installing Front Caster Assemblies ƽ WARNING The seat height, seat depth, back angle, pivot point of seat frame, seating system, caster position, size and position of the new front caster. NOTE: For this procedure be performed by an authorized Invacare dealer or ...
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... the wheelchair user. SECTION 11-RECLINER SECTION 11-RECLINER ƽ WARNING After any tilt or reclined position. Use caution, otherwise injury may result. Make sure to the full upright position, more body strength will be replaced immediately. Engaging Tilt-In-Space ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use your seat positioning strap. The seat positioning...
... the wheelchair user. SECTION 11-RECLINER SECTION 11-RECLINER ƽ WARNING After any tilt or reclined position. Use caution, otherwise injury may result. Make sure to the full upright position, more body strength will be replaced immediately. Engaging Tilt-In-Space ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use your seat positioning strap. The seat positioning...
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... structurally damage your wheelchair. SECTION 12-TRANSPORT READY OPTION SECTION 12-TRANSPORT READY OPTION ƽ WARNING Contact Invacare Corporation (800-333-6900) with any questions about using this manual. Postural supports, positioning devices, and/or strap(s) should be relied on wheelchairanchored pelvic belts. Wheelchairs involved in such incidents should transfer into the vehicle seat and use the transport brackets included with...
... structurally damage your wheelchair. SECTION 12-TRANSPORT READY OPTION SECTION 12-TRANSPORT READY OPTION ƽ WARNING Contact Invacare Corporation (800-333-6900) with any questions about using this manual. Postural supports, positioning devices, and/or strap(s) should be relied on wheelchairanchored pelvic belts. Wheelchairs involved in such incidents should transfer into the vehicle seat and use the transport brackets included with...
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... into the vehicle seat and use and fit of vehicle‐anchored belts. This wheelchair has an overall rating of wheelchair and human surrogate secured on test platform and tilted to 45 degrees. SECTION 12-TRANSPORT READY OPTION Securing the Occupant Vehicle-Anchored Belts NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the seating system owner's manual. The average test...
... into the vehicle seat and use and fit of vehicle‐anchored belts. This wheelchair has an overall rating of wheelchair and human surrogate secured on test platform and tilted to 45 degrees. SECTION 12-TRANSPORT READY OPTION Securing the Occupant Vehicle-Anchored Belts NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the seating system owner's manual. The average test...
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...Side View Preferred Zone Optional Zone 45°30° 75° Steeper belt angles also reduce the tendency for the belt to wheelchair armrests or wheels. The belt(s) should not be worn low across the front of the pelvis. 2. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the horizontal...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 be used for proper and improper positioning of the belts. 4. Refer to FIGURE 12.3 for postural support in a frontal crash. SECTION 12-TRANSPORT READY OPTION...
...Side View Preferred Zone Optional Zone 45°30° 75° Steeper belt angles also reduce the tendency for the belt to wheelchair armrests or wheels. The belt(s) should not be worn low across the front of the pelvis. 2. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the horizontal...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 be used for proper and improper positioning of the belts. 4. Refer to FIGURE 12.3 for postural support in a frontal crash. SECTION 12-TRANSPORT READY OPTION...
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... HEREIN. Part No. 1073955 83 Orbit™ DO NOT return products to such repair and/or replacement. PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE, OR TO A PRODUCT DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE'S CONTROL, AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE. Provide dealer's name, address, the product model number, date...
... HEREIN. Part No. 1073955 83 Orbit™ DO NOT return products to such repair and/or replacement. PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE, OR TO A PRODUCT DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE'S CONTROL, AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE. Provide dealer's name, address, the product model number, date...