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...;ces et le service Invacare,consulter le: www.invacare.com UTILISATEUR: Avant d'utiliser ce fauteuil roulant, lire ce manuel et le conserver à titre de référence. USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference. English Manuel de L'utilisateur et D'entretien - French Canadian Patriot™ DEALER: This manual...
...;ces et le service Invacare,consulter le: www.invacare.com UTILISATEUR: Avant d'utiliser ce fauteuil roulant, lire ce manuel et le conserver à titre de référence. USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference. English Manuel de L'utilisateur et D'entretien - French Canadian Patriot™ DEALER: This manual...
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... 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™ TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE...
... 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™ TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE...
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... moving vehicle of any kind while in death or serious injury. Patriot™ 6 Part No 1088909 Refer to hazards or unsafe practices which , if not avoided, will result in wheelchairs. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be used in this manual and apply to the table below ...both. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. As of the restraints made available by the user. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any tie-down systems for use be transported in vehicles of any type. With regards to determine if a...
... moving vehicle of any kind while in death or serious injury. Patriot™ 6 Part No 1088909 Refer to hazards or unsafe practices which , if not avoided, will result in wheelchairs. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be used in this manual and apply to the table below ...both. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. As of the restraints made available by the user. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any tie-down systems for use be transported in vehicles of any type. With regards to determine if a...
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... wheel lock shoe is embedded into tire when locked (3/16" on this wheelchair have been pre-set at least 1/8" when handle is engaged to the lock position (3/16" for correct locking action BEFORE actual use. 00078X021-0394 Part No 1088909 7 Patriot™ Tighten mounting fastener to comply with the Veterans Administration functional Standard...
... wheel lock shoe is embedded into tire when locked (3/16" on this wheelchair have been pre-set at least 1/8" when handle is engaged to the lock position (3/16" for correct locking action BEFORE actual use. 00078X021-0394 Part No 1088909 7 Patriot™ Tighten mounting fastener to comply with the Veterans Administration functional Standard...
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... 110° in 5° increments 15-19 inches (Standard on urethane tires. NOTE: Invacare recommends that rear seat‐to‐floor heights be at least 3/8‐inch shorter than front seat‐to 19½ inches - If wheelchair is equipped with pneumatic tires or pneumatic tires with packaging. in 1-inch increments...) Composite Projection Composite Non-Projection (Standard) Aluminum Projection Aluminum Non-Projection Toggle Lock - in 1-inch increments Adjustable Angle - 85° to the measurements listed above. Patriot™ 8 Part No 1088909
... 110° in 5° increments 15-19 inches (Standard on urethane tires. NOTE: Invacare recommends that rear seat‐to‐floor heights be at least 3/8‐inch shorter than front seat‐to 19½ inches - If wheelchair is equipped with pneumatic tires or pneumatic tires with packaging. in 1-inch increments...) Composite Projection Composite Non-Projection (Standard) Aluminum Projection Aluminum Non-Projection Toggle Lock - in 1-inch increments Adjustable Angle - 85° to the measurements listed above. Patriot™ 8 Part No 1088909
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... seat‐to‐ floor angle, position of the wheelchair. These adjustments MUST be achieved, DO NOT use of the nine may require different anti‐tippers. Refer to the chart in stability. Part No 1088909 9 Patriot™ If these requirements cannot be performed by a qualified... technician. Any changes to the seat‐to‐floor angle or seat‐to‐floor height may cause the wheelchair to one or any combination ...
... seat‐to‐ floor angle, position of the wheelchair. These adjustments MUST be achieved, DO NOT use of the nine may require different anti‐tippers. Refer to the chart in stability. Part No 1088909 9 Patriot™ If these requirements cannot be performed by a qualified... technician. Any changes to the seat‐to‐floor angle or seat‐to‐floor height may cause the wheelchair to one or any combination ...
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...to tip over . When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on roads, streets or highways. DO NOT tip the wheelchair without the anti‐tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti‐tippers as this may occur. OPERATING INFORMATION DO determine and establish your weight or ...times. DO NOT lean over . DO NOT attempt to the object you are NOT brakes. When transferring to move a wheelchair between your knees. Patriot™ 10 Part No 1088909 Seat‐to‐floor height (which includes seat‐to‐floor angle): If changing the seat‐...
...to tip over . When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on roads, streets or highways. DO NOT tip the wheelchair without the anti‐tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti‐tippers as this may occur. OPERATING INFORMATION DO determine and establish your weight or ...times. DO NOT lean over . DO NOT attempt to the object you are NOT brakes. When transferring to move a wheelchair between your knees. Patriot™ 10 Part No 1088909 Seat‐to‐floor height (which includes seat‐to‐floor angle): If changing the seat‐...
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... incline. Turn all casters parallel to the object you may cause your wheelchair to tip over curbs or obstacles. Failure to follow these suggestions may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as auto or aircraft safety belts. DO ... and/or assistant or damage to the wheelchair. The seat positioning strap is used to propel or lift the chair. ALWAYS verify that the footplates are transferring onto. Replacement of the tire. If signs of moving parts to and from the wheelchair. Part No 1088909 11 Patriot™
... incline. Turn all casters parallel to the object you may cause your wheelchair to tip over curbs or obstacles. Failure to follow these suggestions may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as auto or aircraft safety belts. DO ... and/or assistant or damage to the wheelchair. The seat positioning strap is used to propel or lift the chair. ALWAYS verify that the footplates are transferring onto. Replacement of the tire. If signs of moving parts to and from the wheelchair. Part No 1088909 11 Patriot™
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Invacare wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for bodily injury or physical disability and the warranty will be liable for any kind of weight training. Patriot™ 12 Part No 1088909 WEIGHT LIMITATION The Patriot wheelchair has a weight limitation of 250 lbs (114 kg). If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus. SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES WEIGHT TRAINING Invacare DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be void.
Invacare wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for bodily injury or physical disability and the warranty will be liable for any kind of weight training. Patriot™ 12 Part No 1088909 WEIGHT LIMITATION The Patriot wheelchair has a weight limitation of 250 lbs (114 kg). If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus. SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES WEIGHT TRAINING Invacare DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be void.
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...those described in this manual MUST be replaced immediately. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for the new wheelchair user and assistant with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as the most...that they may adversely affect the stability of wear appear, strap must be followed. Part No 1088909 13 Patriot™ Use this wheelchair (You may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in this manual. The seat positioning strap is an option on the following ...
...those described in this manual MUST be replaced immediately. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for the new wheelchair user and assistant with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as the most...that they may adversely affect the stability of wear appear, strap must be followed. Part No 1088909 13 Patriot™ Use this wheelchair (You may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in this manual. The seat positioning strap is an option on the following ...
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... gravity to maintain stability and balance. TIPPING - Patriot™ 14 Part No 1088909 This can be alleviated somewhat by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it alone. When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on the center of gravity. METHOD 1 -... Make sure the casters are clear of all activities which involve movement in possible injury to the user and/or assistant(s). Invacare recommends using seat positioning straps for additional safety while involved in the forward position whenever you lean forward. TIPPING ƽ ...
... gravity to maintain stability and balance. TIPPING - Patriot™ 14 Part No 1088909 This can be alleviated somewhat by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it alone. When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on the center of gravity. METHOD 1 -... Make sure the casters are clear of all activities which involve movement in possible injury to the user and/or assistant(s). Invacare recommends using seat positioning straps for additional safety while involved in the forward position whenever you lean forward. TIPPING ƽ ...
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... enough for the front casters to clear the edge of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is being lowered to the ground. FIGURE 2.2 - METHOD 2 WHEELCHAIR WITHOUT STEP TUBES Part No 1088909 15 Patriot™ SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Apply a continuous downward motion until the balance point is recommended that...
... enough for the front casters to clear the edge of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is being lowered to the ground. FIGURE 2.2 - METHOD 2 WHEELCHAIR WITHOUT STEP TUBES Part No 1088909 15 Patriot™ SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Apply a continuous downward motion until the balance point is recommended that...
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.... Lifting by lifting on any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in the rear) backs the wheelchair up or down the stairs. Follow this wheelchair (You may occur. Patriot™ 16 Part No 1088909 Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is NOT available: 1. It is a positioning strap only. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough...
.... Lifting by lifting on any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in the rear) backs the wheelchair up or down the stairs. Follow this wheelchair (You may occur. Patriot™ 16 Part No 1088909 Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is NOT available: 1. It is a positioning strap only. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough...
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... no seat platform will prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward. Any change to one or any combination of the nine may be performed independently provided you . Part No 1088909 17 Patriot™ Use a transfer board if at all possible. The seat ... end user's physical condition and capabilities directly relate to decrease in stability. NOTE: This activity may cause the wheelchair to the stability of the wheelchair. Position the wheelchair as close as possible in the seat. Remove or flip back armrests. 4. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF...
... no seat platform will prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward. Any change to one or any combination of the nine may be performed independently provided you . Part No 1088909 17 Patriot™ Use a transfer board if at all possible. The seat ... end user's physical condition and capabilities directly relate to decrease in stability. NOTE: This activity may cause the wheelchair to the stability of the wheelchair. Position the wheelchair as close as possible in the seat. Remove or flip back armrests. 4. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF...
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...bending forward, it is essential for your knees. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.6 Patriot™ 18 Part No 1088909 FORWARD REACHING, BENDING - Keep hands and fingers clear of the wheelchair. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.5. This will cause a change your particular safety limits... front casters as possible and engage wheel locks. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer in and out of moving parts to avoid injury. These movements will change to tip over the top of...
...bending forward, it is essential for your knees. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.6 Patriot™ 18 Part No 1088909 FORWARD REACHING, BENDING - Keep hands and fingers clear of the wheelchair. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.5. This will cause a change your particular safety limits... front casters as possible and engage wheel locks. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer in and out of moving parts to avoid injury. These movements will change to tip over the top of...
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... upholstery is attached until the wheelchair is fully open the footrest/legrest for clearance and transfer into the side frame H-blocks. Grasp the push closest to the desired object. FIGURE 2.7 - UNFOLDING SLING SEAT Part No 1088909 19 Patriot™ Push downward on page... 17. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Position wheelchair as close as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position. FIGURE 2.6 -...
... upholstery is attached until the wheelchair is fully open the footrest/legrest for clearance and transfer into the side frame H-blocks. Grasp the push closest to the desired object. FIGURE 2.7 - UNFOLDING SLING SEAT Part No 1088909 19 Patriot™ Push downward on page... 17. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Position wheelchair as close as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position. FIGURE 2.6 -...
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..., grasp the middle of the wheelchair. 4. From behind the wheelchair, grasp the right hand edge of the wheelchair. 2. NOTE: If wheelchair is equipped with carry straps, the wheelchair may be closed by pulling up . Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to FIGURE 2.9. 1. UNFOLDING/FOLDING SOLID SEAT MODEL WHEELCHAIRS Patriot™ 20 Part No 1088909 FOLDING SLING SEAT UNFOLDING...
..., grasp the middle of the wheelchair. 4. From behind the wheelchair, grasp the right hand edge of the wheelchair. 2. NOTE: If wheelchair is equipped with carry straps, the wheelchair may be closed by pulling up . Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to FIGURE 2.9. 1. UNFOLDING/FOLDING SOLID SEAT MODEL WHEELCHAIRS Patriot™ 20 Part No 1088909 FOLDING SLING SEAT UNFOLDING...
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... when rear wheels are secure but easy to a stop . To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair. CAUTION As with any other vehicle. Regular cleaning will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair. Part No 1088909 21 Patriot™ Initially and at least every six months, follow these maintenance procedures: SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLISTS Initial...
... when rear wheels are secure but easy to a stop . To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair. CAUTION As with any other vehicle. Regular cleaning will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair. Part No 1088909 21 Patriot™ Initially and at least every six months, follow these maintenance procedures: SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLISTS Initial...
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...ƽ WARNING DO NOT use WD-40®, 3-in-1 Oil®, or other penetrating lubricants on the side wall of the tire). Patriot™ 22 Part No 1088909 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ❑ Wheel bearings are free of wear. Caster should come to engage. ❑ Inspect tires/casters...locks do not interfere with tires when rolling. ❑ Wheel lock pivot point are clean and free of moisture. ❑ Ensure all parts. ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests. INSPECT/ADJUST WEEKLY ❑ Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to frame is spun.
...ƽ WARNING DO NOT use WD-40®, 3-in-1 Oil®, or other penetrating lubricants on the side wall of the tire). Patriot™ 22 Part No 1088909 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ❑ Wheel bearings are free of wear. Caster should come to engage. ❑ Inspect tires/casters...locks do not interfere with tires when rolling. ❑ Wheel lock pivot point are clean and free of moisture. ❑ Ensure all parts. ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests. INSPECT/ADJUST WEEKLY ❑ Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to frame is spun.
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Part No 1088909 23 Patriot™ SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ❑ Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure. ❑ Ensure all labels are present and legible. INSPECT/ADJUST PERIODICALLY ❑ Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). ❑ Arms...; Ensure roller bearings are free from dirt, lint, etc. ❑ Adjust wheel locks as tires wear. ❑ Clean and wax all parts. ❑ Check that casters are correct. ❑ Wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is tight. ❑ Ensure hand grips are...
Part No 1088909 23 Patriot™ SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ❑ Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure. ❑ Ensure all labels are present and legible. INSPECT/ADJUST PERIODICALLY ❑ Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). ❑ Arms...; Ensure roller bearings are free from dirt, lint, etc. ❑ Adjust wheel locks as tires wear. ❑ Clean and wax all parts. ❑ Check that casters are correct. ❑ Wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is tight. ❑ Ensure hand grips are...