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...MANUAL, (2) THE SERVICE MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE) AND (3) THE SEATING SYSTEM'S MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE). OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. 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... DOCUMENTS ƽ WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT - Power Tiger™ 2...
...MANUAL, (2) THE SERVICE MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE) AND (3) THE SEATING SYSTEM'S MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE). OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. 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... DOCUMENTS ƽ WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT - Power Tiger™ 2...
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...:...14 Batteries...15 Charging Batteries ...15 Rain Test...15 Weight Training ...16 Weight Limitation...16 SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 17 Stability and Balance...17 Coping With Everyday Obstacles...18 A Note to Wheelchair Assistants ...18 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Backward 19 Pinch Points...19 Stairways ...19 Transferring To and From Other Seats...
...:...14 Batteries...15 Charging Batteries ...15 Rain Test...15 Weight Training ...16 Weight Limitation...16 SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 17 Stability and Balance...17 Coping With Everyday Obstacles...18 A Note to Wheelchair Assistants ...18 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Backward 19 Pinch Points...19 Stairways ...19 Transferring To and From Other Seats...
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... 28 Checking Battery Charge Level...29 SECTION 5-SETUP 30 Preparing to Use the Power Tiger ...30 SECTION 6-WHEELCHAIR OPERATION 31 Operating the Wheelchair...31 Turning the Power On/Off ...31 Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair 32 A Note About Drive Lock-Out ...33 Folding/Unfolding the Back Canes ...33 Engaging the Tilt...
... 28 Checking Battery Charge Level...29 SECTION 5-SETUP 30 Preparing to Use the Power Tiger ...30 SECTION 6-WHEELCHAIR OPERATION 31 Operating the Wheelchair...31 Turning the Power On/Off ...31 Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair 32 A Note About Drive Lock-Out ...33 Folding/Unfolding the Back Canes ...33 Engaging the Tilt...
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...member of NRRTS or RESNA. SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are used by the auto industry. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to hazards or unsafe practices which , if not avoided, will result in property damage. It ...is Invacare's position that users of wheelchairs should not be used in this date, the Department of ...
...member of NRRTS or RESNA. SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are used by the auto industry. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to hazards or unsafe practices which , if not avoided, will result in property damage. It ...is Invacare's position that users of wheelchairs should not be used in this date, the Department of ...
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...required for approximately the last twenty (20) degrees of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). If signs of the wheelchair is a positioning belt only. Part No 1134839 9 Power Tiger™ The seat positioning strap is properly positioned. When returning ...high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. Electrical components damaged by Invacare and are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare products. Wheelchairs should be replaced immediately. SPECIAL NOTES ƽ WARNING Invacare products are not recommended for use with...
...required for approximately the last twenty (20) degrees of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). If signs of the wheelchair is a positioning belt only. Part No 1134839 9 Power Tiger™ The seat positioning strap is properly positioned. When returning ...high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. Electrical components damaged by Invacare and are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare products. Wheelchairs should be replaced immediately. SPECIAL NOTES ƽ WARNING Invacare products are not recommended for use with...
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LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS NOTE: The battery label is located on both sides of this tube. P/N 60106X144 NOTE: This label is found on the inside of each battery box lid. Power Tiger™ 10 NOTE: Serial number label is located on the opposite end of the wheelchair. WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI-TIP TUBES REV. 5/98 INSTALLED. Part No 1134839 Battery Box Lid NOTE: This label is on both sides of the wheelchair.
LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS NOTE: The battery label is located on both sides of this tube. P/N 60106X144 NOTE: This label is found on the inside of each battery box lid. Power Tiger™ 10 NOTE: Serial number label is located on the opposite end of the wheelchair. WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI-TIP TUBES REV. 5/98 INSTALLED. Part No 1134839 Battery Box Lid NOTE: This label is on both sides of the wheelchair.
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... to 3.6 mph +/- 10% mph NOTE: All dimensions are ± ½-inch. *NOTE: Weight limitation is 125 lbs. This means the maximum weight limitation of the wheelchair is 150 lbs and additional items equal 25 lbs, subtract 25 lbs from 150 lbs. Up to 150 lbs. 150 lbs. Part No 1134839 11...
... to 3.6 mph +/- 10% mph NOTE: All dimensions are ± ½-inch. *NOTE: Weight limitation is 125 lbs. This means the maximum weight limitation of the wheelchair is 150 lbs and additional items equal 25 lbs, subtract 25 lbs from 150 lbs. Up to 150 lbs. 150 lbs. Part No 1134839 11...
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...Manuals, Service Manuals or Instruction Sheets supplied with this product. Wheelchairs that are frequently exposed to water may occur when returning the tilted seat to the full upright position. Accessories designed by Invacare and are specifically designed and manufactured for use of all pinch... points before attempting to be examined during maintenance for programming, DO NOT service or adjust the wheelchair while occupied, unless otherwise noted. DO NOT use with Invacare accessories. Power Tiger™ 12 Part No 1134839 Repair or Service Information Set-up of the...
...Manuals, Service Manuals or Instruction Sheets supplied with this product. Wheelchairs that are frequently exposed to water may occur when returning the tilted seat to the full upright position. Accessories designed by Invacare and are specifically designed and manufactured for use of all pinch... points before attempting to be examined during maintenance for programming, DO NOT service or adjust the wheelchair while occupied, unless otherwise noted. DO NOT use with Invacare accessories. Power Tiger™ 12 Part No 1134839 Repair or Service Information Set-up of the...
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...streets or highways. When getting in the direction you are reaching as this section until the wheelchair performs to specifications. NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair unattended on the frame of the wheelchair. Lifting by practicing bending, reaching and transferring activities in the presence of a qualified healthcare ...and cause bodily harm or damage to reach objects behind you are turning. DO NOT shift your weight in or out of the wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are not brakes. DO NOT attempt to stop a moving parts to the specifications entered during the...
...streets or highways. When getting in the direction you are reaching as this section until the wheelchair performs to specifications. NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair unattended on the frame of the wheelchair. Lifting by practicing bending, reaching and transferring activities in the presence of a qualified healthcare ...and cause bodily harm or damage to reach objects behind you are turning. DO NOT shift your weight in or out of the wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are not brakes. DO NOT attempt to stop a moving parts to the specifications entered during the...
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.... ALWAYS check foam grips for instructions. Power Tiger™ 14 Part No 1134839 SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power Off and engage the clutches to prevent the wheels from moving before attempting to transfer in accordance with the National Electrical...you are transferring onto. In addition, Invacare has placed RED/ORANGE Warning Tags on some equipment. Also make sure every precaution is taken to leave the wheelchair while the seat is the personal responsibility and obligation of the wheelchair. ALWAYS engage both casters parallel with ...
.... ALWAYS check foam grips for instructions. Power Tiger™ 14 Part No 1134839 SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power Off and engage the clutches to prevent the wheels from moving before attempting to transfer in accordance with the National Electrical...you are transferring onto. In addition, Invacare has placed RED/ORANGE Warning Tags on some equipment. Also make sure every precaution is taken to leave the wheelchair while the seat is the personal responsibility and obligation of the wheelchair. ALWAYS engage both casters parallel with ...
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... kind. Use of three prong adapters can result in this unit. DO NOT operate wheelchair with ISO 7176 "Rain Test". DO NOT leave power wheelchair in accordance with extension cord attached to installing, servicing or operating your wheelchair. Invacare strongly recommends their use as those on the use of deep cycle gel cell batteries...
... kind. Use of three prong adapters can result in this unit. DO NOT operate wheelchair with ISO 7176 "Rain Test". DO NOT leave power wheelchair in accordance with extension cord attached to installing, servicing or operating your wheelchair. Invacare strongly recommends their use as those on the use of deep cycle gel cell batteries...
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... joystick boot becomes torn or cracked, replace immediately. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any attachments) of your wheelchair model. Power Tiger™ 16 Part No 1134839 Check to malfunction electrically and mechanically; Invacare wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as a weight training apparatus. otherwise...
... joystick boot becomes torn or cracked, replace immediately. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any attachments) of your wheelchair model. Power Tiger™ 16 Part No 1134839 Check to malfunction electrically and mechanically; Invacare wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as a weight training apparatus. otherwise...
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.... SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS "Safety and Handling" of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as you do not move beyond the center of gravity. Use this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual ...warnings and cautions given in a straight line. Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or traverse slopes greater than the length of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user, damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property. To assure stability and proper...
.... SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS "Safety and Handling" of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as you do not move beyond the center of gravity. Use this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual ...warnings and cautions given in a straight line. Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or traverse slopes greater than the length of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user, damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property. To assure stability and proper...
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...and Bending - To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in mind your wheelchair. Proper positioning is required, remember to use good body mechanics. Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be aware of gravity ... help you before attempting active use the casters as arms or legrests. Reaching, Leaning and Bending - SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Coping With Everyday Obstacles ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or...
...and Bending - To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in mind your wheelchair. Proper positioning is required, remember to use good body mechanics. Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be aware of gravity ... help you before attempting active use the casters as arms or legrests. Reaching, Leaning and Bending - SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Coping With Everyday Obstacles ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or...
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...cause you to tip over the top of both the occupant, attendants and bystanders are extended away from the drive wheels to the wheelchair. Invacare recommends using a stairway. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to use only secure, non-detachable parts for hand-hold supports. FIGURE ...lift with your center of any removable (detachable) parts. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Backward ƽ WARNING DO NOT lean over . The weight of the power wheelchair. Stairways ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to the desired object. Extreme caution is...
...cause you to tip over the top of both the occupant, attendants and bystanders are extended away from the drive wheels to the wheelchair. Invacare recommends using a stairway. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to use only secure, non-detachable parts for hand-hold supports. FIGURE ...lift with your center of any removable (detachable) parts. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Backward ƽ WARNING DO NOT lean over . The weight of the power wheelchair. Stairways ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to the desired object. Extreme caution is...
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... moving before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair tipping forward. The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been carried away from the wheelchair. 2. This will prevent broken screws, damaged upholstery and ...the possibility of the wheelchair. Refer to Batteries on page 71. 4. Position the wheelchair as close as possible in position. ƽ...
... moving before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair tipping forward. The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been carried away from the wheelchair. 2. This will prevent broken screws, damaged upholstery and ...the possibility of the wheelchair. Refer to Batteries on page 71. 4. Position the wheelchair as close as possible in position. ƽ...
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Minimize Gap Distance FIGURE 2.3 Transferring To and From Other Seats Part No 1134839 21 Power Tiger™ Use a transfer board if at all possible. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS NOTE: During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath you.
Minimize Gap Distance FIGURE 2.3 Transferring To and From Other Seats Part No 1134839 21 Power Tiger™ Use a transfer board if at all possible. SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS NOTE: During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath you.
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... CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED WHEELCHAIR. The intensity of radiated EMI. At this text, both will be susceptible to release its "immunity level". However,... fire and police transceivers, cellular telephones, and other personal communication devices). Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in the everyday environment. NOTE: Some cellular telephones and similar devices transmit signals while they are not ...
... CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED WHEELCHAIR. The intensity of radiated EMI. At this text, both will be susceptible to release its "immunity level". However,... fire and police transceivers, cellular telephones, and other personal communication devices). Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in the everyday environment. NOTE: Some cellular telephones and similar devices transmit signals while they are not ...
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... BRAKE RELEASE OR POWERED WHEELCHAIR MOVEMENT WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. 1) DO NOT operate hand-held radio wave sources (transceivers) are recommended to prevent possible interference with the control system of this wheelchair as manufactured by Invacare may make it is safe...; 4) Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered wheelchair, may adversely affect the EMI immunity levels.
... BRAKE RELEASE OR POWERED WHEELCHAIR MOVEMENT WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. 1) DO NOT operate hand-held radio wave sources (transceivers) are recommended to prevent possible interference with the control system of this wheelchair as manufactured by Invacare may make it is safe...; 4) Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered wheelchair, may adversely affect the EMI immunity levels.
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...caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are lifted and spun when disengaged (free-wheeling). ❑ Inspect wheel/fork assembly for signs of your wheelchair. Replace if corroded or damaged. ❑ Make sure clothing guards are secure. ❑ Make sure arms are secure but easy ...; Make sure there is no excessive drag or pull to a qualified technician for cracks and wear, and should be made to suit your wheelchair to one side). ❑ Inspect all fasteners. ❑ Inspect electrical components for proper tension by spinning caster; SECTION 4-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING...
...caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are lifted and spun when disengaged (free-wheeling). ❑ Inspect wheel/fork assembly for signs of your wheelchair. Replace if corroded or damaged. ❑ Make sure clothing guards are secure. ❑ Make sure arms are secure but easy ...; Make sure there is no excessive drag or pull to a qualified technician for cracks and wear, and should be made to suit your wheelchair to one side). ❑ Inspect all fasteners. ❑ Inspect electrical components for proper tension by spinning caster; SECTION 4-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING...