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... manuel et le conserver à titre de référence. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com Pour de plus amples renseignements sur les produits,les pièces et le service Invacare,consulter le: www.invacare.com French Canadian Patriot™ DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair.
... manuel et le conserver à titre de référence. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com Pour de plus amples renseignements sur les produits,les pièces et le service Invacare,consulter le: www.invacare.com French Canadian Patriot™ DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair.
Owners Manual
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... THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND ANY ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL SUCH AS OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS OR INSTRUCTION SHEETS SUPPLIED WITH THIS PRODUCT OR OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS OR INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. Patriot™ 2 Part No...
... THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND ANY ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL SUCH AS OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS OR INSTRUCTION SHEETS SUPPLIED WITH THIS PRODUCT OR OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS OR INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. Patriot™ 2 Part No...
Owners Manual
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...Seat Model Wheelchairs 19 Unfolding Sling Seat ...19 Folding Sling Seat...20 Unfolding/Folding Solid Seat Model Wheelchairs 20 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 21 Safety Inspection Checklists...21 Inspect/Adjust Initially ...21 Inspect/Adjust Weekly...22 Inspect/Adjust Monthly...22 Inspect/Adjust Periodically...23 Troubleshooting ...24 SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE/TRANSPORTING 25 Part No 1088909 3 Patriot... ...9 Repair and Service Information...10 Operating Information...10 Tire Pressure...11 Weight Training...12 Weight Limitation ...12 SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 13 ...
...Seat Model Wheelchairs 19 Unfolding Sling Seat ...19 Folding Sling Seat...20 Unfolding/Folding Solid Seat Model Wheelchairs 20 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 21 Safety Inspection Checklists...21 Inspect/Adjust Initially ...21 Inspect/Adjust Weekly...22 Inspect/Adjust Monthly...22 Inspect/Adjust Periodically...23 Troubleshooting ...24 SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE/TRANSPORTING 25 Part No 1088909 3 Patriot... ...9 Repair and Service Information...10 Operating Information...10 Tire Pressure...11 Weight Training...12 Weight Limitation ...12 SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 13 ...
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... include: 1. Part No 1088909 5 Patriot™ Receiving updates with product information, maintenance tips and industry news. Any registration information you submit will only be used by Invacare Corporation and protected as required by applicable laws and regulations. Register ONLINE at warranty.invacare.com Please have your model number and purchase date available to -Lock 50 Using High Mount Wheel Locks...
... include: 1. Part No 1088909 5 Patriot™ Receiving updates with product information, maintenance tips and industry news. Any registration information you submit will only be used by Invacare Corporation and protected as required by applicable laws and regulations. Register ONLINE at warranty.invacare.com Please have your model number and purchase date available to -Lock 50 Using High Mount Wheel Locks...
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... not avoided, may result in vehicles for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in death or serious injury. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to be used in this equipment by the auto industry. The seat positioning strap is Invacare's position that wheelchair users NOT be transported in wheelchairs. Serious injury can occur in personal injury or...
... not avoided, may result in vehicles for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in death or serious injury. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to be used in this equipment by the auto industry. The seat positioning strap is Invacare's position that wheelchair users NOT be transported in wheelchairs. Serious injury can occur in personal injury or...
Owners Manual
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... in INSTALLING/ADJUSTING ANTI‐TIPPERS on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and seat‐to decrease in stability. ANTI-TIPPERS Anti‐tippers are specific to the different seat‐to‐floor angles and/or seat‐to one or any combination of this manual for the safe operation and use the wheelchair...
... in INSTALLING/ADJUSTING ANTI‐TIPPERS on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and seat‐to decrease in stability. ANTI-TIPPERS Anti‐tippers are specific to the different seat‐to‐floor angles and/or seat‐to one or any combination of this manual for the safe operation and use the wheelchair...
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... if you are reaching as a safeguard for the wheelchair user. DO NOT use of the wheelchair, every precaution should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied. DO NOT attempt to move a wheelchair between your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the seat. REPAIR AND SERVICE INFORMATION Unless otherwise noted, all times. DO...
... if you are reaching as a safeguard for the wheelchair user. DO NOT use of the wheelchair, every precaution should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied. DO NOT attempt to move a wheelchair between your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the seat. REPAIR AND SERVICE INFORMATION Unless otherwise noted, all times. DO...
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...or lift the chair. Inasmuch as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user. Check for self‐propulsion. Lifting by any signs of a wheelchair may order with or without the seat and/or chest positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat and/or ... overinflate the tires. NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair on this wheelchair (you may cause your seat and/or chest positioning strap. Replacement of moving parts to the wheelchair. Doing so may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as the HANDRIMS...
...or lift the chair. Inasmuch as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user. Check for self‐propulsion. Lifting by any signs of a wheelchair may order with or without the seat and/or chest positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat and/or ... overinflate the tires. NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair on this wheelchair (you may cause your seat and/or chest positioning strap. Replacement of moving parts to the wheelchair. Doing so may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as the HANDRIMS...
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..., however ALL WARNINGS and CAUTIONS given in this manual. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to try what works best for all. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to deal with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as a "basic" guide. The seat positioning strap is important to practice and master these...
..., however ALL WARNINGS and CAUTIONS given in this manual. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to try what works best for all. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to deal with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as a "basic" guide. The seat positioning strap is important to practice and master these...
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... armrests. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you before tipping the wheelchair and remind him/her to lean back. Invacare recommends using seat positioning straps for additional safety while involved in the forward position whenever you do not move the wheelchair or as lifting supports, as arms or legrests. COPING...
... armrests. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you before tipping the wheelchair and remind him/her to lean back. Invacare recommends using seat positioning straps for additional safety while involved in the forward position whenever you do not move the wheelchair or as lifting supports, as arms or legrests. COPING...
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...for hand-held supports. Lifting by lifting on any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in the rear) backs the wheelchair up or down the stairs. Make sure to use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as the seat positioning strap ...non‐ removable (non‐detachable) part of the wheelchair for the wheelchair user. Patriot™ 16 Part No 1088909 Turn the anti‐tippers so they are facing UP. 2. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Follow this wheelchair (You may order with a firm hold...
...for hand-held supports. Lifting by lifting on any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in the rear) backs the wheelchair up or down the stairs. Make sure to use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as the seat positioning strap ...non‐ removable (non‐detachable) part of the wheelchair for the wheelchair user. Patriot™ 16 Part No 1088909 Turn the anti‐tippers so they are facing UP. 2. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Follow this wheelchair (You may order with a firm hold...
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... change to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor...gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. CENTER OF GRAVITY UNOCCUPIED OCCUPIED FIGURE ...several combinations in and out of the wheelchair. Position the front casters so that ...reach objects if you to FIGURE 2.6 Patriot™ 18 Part No 1088909 FORWARD REACHING, BENDING -...use of the wheelchair. Keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to FIGURE 2.5. BACKWARD ƽ WARNING DO NOT lean over . SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Many activities require the wheelchair owner...
... change to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor...gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. CENTER OF GRAVITY UNOCCUPIED OCCUPIED FIGURE ...several combinations in and out of the wheelchair. Position the front casters so that ...reach objects if you to FIGURE 2.6 Patriot™ 18 Part No 1088909 FORWARD REACHING, BENDING -...use of the wheelchair. Keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to FIGURE 2.5. BACKWARD ƽ WARNING DO NOT lean over . SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Many activities require the wheelchair owner...
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... of the seat upholstery at the front and back edge and lift up on the straps. Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to the front of the wheelchair. 4. FOLDING SLING SEAT UNFOLDING/FOLDING SOLID SEAT MODEL WHEELCHAIRS NOTE: For this procedure, refer to vertical position. 5. Pivot footplates upward to FIGURE 2.8. 1. FIGURE 2.8 - UNFOLDING/FOLDING SOLID SEAT MODEL WHEELCHAIRS Patriot™ 20 Part No...
... of the seat upholstery at the front and back edge and lift up on the straps. Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to the front of the wheelchair. 4. FOLDING SLING SEAT UNFOLDING/FOLDING SOLID SEAT MODEL WHEELCHAIRS NOTE: For this procedure, refer to vertical position. 5. Pivot footplates upward to FIGURE 2.8. 1. FIGURE 2.8 - UNFOLDING/FOLDING SOLID SEAT MODEL WHEELCHAIRS Patriot™ 20 Part No...
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... INSPECTION/ TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Twice a year, take your wheelchair to a gradual stop . Routine maintenance will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of the user. To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair. Caster should come to a qualified dealer for cracks, flat spots and wear, and should be replaced. ❑ Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles...
... INSPECTION/ TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Twice a year, take your wheelchair to a gradual stop . Routine maintenance will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of the user. To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair. Caster should come to a qualified dealer for cracks, flat spots and wear, and should be replaced. ❑ Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles...
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... wear, and should be replaced when necessary by a qualified technician. 5. Part No 1088909 25 Patriot™ Periodically check handrims to ensure they are pneumatic, recommended tire pressure is tightened securely - Refer to Using/Adjusting Wheel Locks (Push‐to...; WARNING DO NOT use , make sure all parts for proper adjustment. 2. Refer to Refer to the rear wheels. SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE/TRANSPORTING SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE/ TRANSPORTING MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use the wheelchair unless it has the...
... wear, and should be replaced when necessary by a qualified technician. 5. Part No 1088909 25 Patriot™ Periodically check handrims to ensure they are pneumatic, recommended tire pressure is tightened securely - Refer to Using/Adjusting Wheel Locks (Push‐to...; WARNING DO NOT use , make sure all parts for proper adjustment. 2. Refer to Refer to the rear wheels. SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE/TRANSPORTING SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE/ TRANSPORTING MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use the wheelchair unless it has the...
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... or down on page 29. REMOVING HEEL LOOPS 1. Patriot™ 28 Part No 1088909 Push the footrest release lever inward while rotating the footrest outward. 2. Reassemble the hex screw and coved spacer through the footrest upper support and mounting tube as shown in FIGURE 5.2. 4. Install the footrest assembly onto the wheelchair. Refer to remove from the mounting tube. 5. SECTION...
... or down on page 29. REMOVING HEEL LOOPS 1. Patriot™ 28 Part No 1088909 Push the footrest release lever inward while rotating the footrest outward. 2. Reassemble the hex screw and coved spacer through the footrest upper support and mounting tube as shown in FIGURE 5.2. 4. Install the footrest assembly onto the wheelchair. Refer to remove from the mounting tube. 5. SECTION...
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... while rotating the footrest outward. 2. Turn the calfpad towards the inside of the wheelchair. To secure the calfpad, turn the calfpad towards the outside of the legrest mounting tube. ADJUSTING ELEVATING LEGREST/CALFPAD ASSEMBLY Patriot™ 30 Part No 1088909 Securely ... obtained. 3. REMOVING ELEVATING LEGREST 1. To reposition legrest to FIGURE 5.5. INSTALLING/ REMOVING ELEVATING LEGREST ADJUSTING ELEVATING LEGREST/CALFPAD ASSEMBLY NOTE: For this procedure, refer to normal position, support leg with one hand and push release lever forward with other hand. SECTION...
... while rotating the footrest outward. 2. Turn the calfpad towards the inside of the wheelchair. To secure the calfpad, turn the calfpad towards the outside of the legrest mounting tube. ADJUSTING ELEVATING LEGREST/CALFPAD ASSEMBLY Patriot™ 30 Part No 1088909 Securely ... obtained. 3. REMOVING ELEVATING LEGREST 1. To reposition legrest to FIGURE 5.5. INSTALLING/ REMOVING ELEVATING LEGREST ADJUSTING ELEVATING LEGREST/CALFPAD ASSEMBLY NOTE: For this procedure, refer to normal position, support leg with one hand and push release lever forward with other hand. SECTION...
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... the crossbraces. 2. Remove existing seat upholstery from the wheelchair. 2. Align the mounting holes of the following : A. 16‐inch Deep Wheelchairs ‐ Install the eight mounting screws and washers to secure the new/existing seat upholstery to the crossbraces. SECTION 7-SEAT/BACK SECTION 7-SEAT/BACK ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching...
... the crossbraces. 2. Remove existing seat upholstery from the wheelchair. 2. Align the mounting holes of the following : A. 16‐inch Deep Wheelchairs ‐ Install the eight mounting screws and washers to secure the new/existing seat upholstery to the crossbraces. SECTION 7-SEAT/BACK SECTION 7-SEAT/BACK ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching...
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... two set screws in the unlocked position. 2. Loosen the bolt and locknut that the tires are pneumatic, before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock assemblies, ensure that secure the wheel lock assembly to the wheelchair frame. 3. Engage wheel lock and push against the wheelchair and determine if wheel lock engages the wheel lock shoe enough to FIGURE 9.4. If necessary, install wheel...
... two set screws in the unlocked position. 2. Loosen the bolt and locknut that the tires are pneumatic, before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock assemblies, ensure that secure the wheel lock assembly to the wheelchair frame. 3. Engage wheel lock and push against the wheelchair and determine if wheel lock engages the wheel lock shoe enough to FIGURE 9.4. If necessary, install wheel...
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...replacement part installation or repair of purchase. If within such warranty period any such product. Do not return products to Invacare at Invacare's option. 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... dealer's name, address, the product model number, date of purchase, indicate nature of our products. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS. LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE FOREGOING WARRANTY...
...replacement part installation or repair of purchase. If within such warranty period any such product. Do not return products to Invacare at Invacare's option. 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... dealer's name, address, the product model number, date of purchase, indicate nature of our products. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS. LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE FOREGOING WARRANTY...