Owners Manual
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...wheelchair have an experienced assistant help you must NEVER be inadvertently released, resulting in activities that shift your weight. Patriot... your wheelchair. When...wheelchair and then reversing it alone. These must at all times wear your seat restraint and maintain proper balance. Invacare...wheelchair without assistance. When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on the center of gravity. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you before tipping the wheelchair...
...wheelchair have an experienced assistant help you must NEVER be inadvertently released, resulting in activities that shift your weight. Patriot... your wheelchair. When...wheelchair and then reversing it alone. These must at all times wear your seat restraint and maintain proper balance. Invacare...wheelchair without assistance. When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on the center of gravity. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you before tipping the wheelchair...
Owners Manual
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...AND FROM OTHER SEATS NOTE: 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 transfer. Shift body weight into seat with the object you have adequate mobility and ...upper body strength. 1. Part No 1088909 17 Patriot™ This will be performed independently provided you . These adjustments MUST be performed by reaching down between your knees. Remove or flip back armrests. 4. PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION ƽ WARNING DO NOT ...
...AND FROM OTHER SEATS NOTE: 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 transfer. Shift body weight into seat with the object you have adequate mobility and ...upper body strength. 1. Part No 1088909 17 Patriot™ This will be performed independently provided you . These adjustments MUST be performed by reaching down between your knees. Remove or flip back armrests. 4. PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION ƽ WARNING DO NOT ...
Owners Manual
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...Patriot™ Regular cleaning will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair. SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/ TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Twice a year, take your wheelchair to release and adjustment levers engage properly. ❑ Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely. ❑ Armrest... loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: INSPECT/ADJUST INITIALLY ❑ Wheelchair rolls straight (no rips. ❑ Inspect adjustable angle back attaching...
...Patriot™ Regular cleaning will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair. SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/ TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Twice a year, take your wheelchair to release and adjustment levers engage properly. ❑ Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely. ❑ Armrest... loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: INSPECT/ADJUST INITIALLY ❑ Wheelchair rolls straight (no rips. ❑ Inspect adjustable angle back attaching...
Owners Manual
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Patriot™ 22 Part No 1088909 Caster should come to a gradual stop . ❑ Wheel bearings are clean and free of ...proper inflation (recommended tire pressure is secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary. ❑ Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to the wheelchair may occur. ❑ Clean quick‐release axles with a Teflon® lubricant. ❑ Ensure axles are free from dirt, lint, etc... INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ❑ Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. ❑ Ensure all parts. ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests.
Patriot™ 22 Part No 1088909 Caster should come to a gradual stop . ❑ Wheel bearings are clean and free of ...proper inflation (recommended tire pressure is secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary. ❑ Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to the wheelchair may occur. ❑ Clean quick‐release axles with a Teflon® lubricant. ❑ Ensure axles are free from dirt, lint, etc... INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ❑ Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. ❑ Ensure all parts. ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests.
Owners Manual
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...fasteners are secure. ❑ Ensure all labels are free of debris. INSPECT/ADJUST PERIODICALLY ❑ Wheelchair rolls straight (no rips. ❑ Inspect adjustable angle back attaching hardware is securely tightened. ❑ ...to release and adjustment levers engage properly. ❑ Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely. ❑ Armrest pad sits flush against arm tube. ❑ No bent or protruding metal on clothing guards. ❑...and looseness. ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests. ❑ Sealed bearings and axle nut tension are not loose. Part No 1088909 23...
...fasteners are secure. ❑ Ensure all labels are free of debris. INSPECT/ADJUST PERIODICALLY ❑ Wheelchair rolls straight (no rips. ❑ Inspect adjustable angle back attaching hardware is securely tightened. ❑ ...to release and adjustment levers engage properly. ❑ Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely. ❑ Armrest pad sits flush against arm tube. ❑ No bent or protruding metal on clothing guards. ❑...and looseness. ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests. ❑ Sealed bearings and axle nut tension are not loose. Part No 1088909 23...
Owners Manual
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... in place. 5. Adjust armrest assembly to FIGURE 6.1. 1. DETAIL "A" Armrest Locked - ADJUSTING ARMREST HEIGHT Part No 1088909 33 Patriot™ ADJUSTING ARMREST HEIGHT NOTE: For this procedure, refer to desired height. 3. Pull up on the top front of wheelchair, if necessary. Down (Vertical) Unlocked - Lock the armrest assembly by flipping the armrest release lever on the armrest assembly to the...
... in place. 5. Adjust armrest assembly to FIGURE 6.1. 1. DETAIL "A" Armrest Locked - ADJUSTING ARMREST HEIGHT Part No 1088909 33 Patriot™ ADJUSTING ARMREST HEIGHT NOTE: For this procedure, refer to desired height. 3. Pull up on the top front of wheelchair, if necessary. Down (Vertical) Unlocked - Lock the armrest assembly by flipping the armrest release lever on the armrest assembly to the...
Owners Manual
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... necessary, unlock new/existing armrest assembly by rotating the armrest release lever towards the front of the wheelchair and then downward into the arm sockets. DETAIL "A" FRONT OF WHEELCHAIR Unlocked Position Armrest Release Levers Unlocked Position NOTE...ARMREST 1. Unlock the flip back arms by flipping the arm assembly release levers located on the side rail to the UP (horizontal) position as shown in the wheelchair. Pull up /out of the arm socket and towards the inside of wheelchair, if necessary. 4. Repeat STEPS 1‐2 for opposite side of the wheelchair. Patriot...
... necessary, unlock new/existing armrest assembly by rotating the armrest release lever towards the front of the wheelchair and then downward into the arm sockets. DETAIL "A" FRONT OF WHEELCHAIR Unlocked Position Armrest Release Levers Unlocked Position NOTE...ARMREST 1. Unlock the flip back arms by flipping the arm assembly release levers located on the side rail to the UP (horizontal) position as shown in the wheelchair. Pull up /out of the arm socket and towards the inside of wheelchair, if necessary. 4. Repeat STEPS 1‐2 for opposite side of the wheelchair. Patriot...
Owners Manual
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... the DOWN (vertical) position as shown in the wheelchair. REMOVING/INSTALLING FLIP BACK ARMREST Part No 1088909 35 Patriot™ Armrest Release Lever Arm Socket Height Adjustment Lever Armrest Release Lever Arm Socket FIGURE 6.3 - Lock the armrest assembly by sitting in Detail ʺAʺ. 4. DETAIL "A" FRONT OF WHEELCHAIR Unlocked Position Armrest Release Levers Unlocked Position Unlock (Horizontal) Lock...
... the DOWN (vertical) position as shown in the wheelchair. REMOVING/INSTALLING FLIP BACK ARMREST Part No 1088909 35 Patriot™ Armrest Release Lever Arm Socket Height Adjustment Lever Armrest Release Lever Arm Socket FIGURE 6.3 - Lock the armrest assembly by sitting in Detail ʺAʺ. 4. DETAIL "A" FRONT OF WHEELCHAIR Unlocked Position Armrest Release Levers Unlocked Position Unlock (Horizontal) Lock...
Owners Manual
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... page 33. Refer to the wheelchair frame with the tie wraps. Rotate the flip back arms up and over the mounted back cane. 2. Secure the new/existing back upholstery to Adjusting/Using Armrest on page 33. 2. INSTALLING BACK UPHOLSTERY 1. Part No 1088909 37 Patriot™ Remove the one mounting screw and locknut that...
... page 33. Refer to the wheelchair frame with the tie wraps. Rotate the flip back arms up and over the mounted back cane. 2. Secure the new/existing back upholstery to Adjusting/Using Armrest on page 33. 2. INSTALLING BACK UPHOLSTERY 1. Part No 1088909 37 Patriot™ Remove the one mounting screw and locknut that...