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... 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 - DEALERS AND QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS... this manual. IF YOU ARE UNABLE 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...
... 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 - DEALERS AND QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS... this manual. IF YOU ARE UNABLE 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...
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... Pressure ...14 Electrical ...14 Grounding Instructions:...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...
... Pressure ...14 Electrical ...14 Grounding Instructions:...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...
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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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... property damage. Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in property damage. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to the table below for definitions of wheelchair to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in death or serious injury. Caution indicates a potentially hazardous...
... property damage. Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in property damage. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to the table below for definitions of wheelchair to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in death or serious injury. Caution indicates a potentially hazardous...
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...are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare products. Electrical components damaged by corrosion should be examined during maintenance for approximately the last twenty (20) degrees of the wheelchair is properly positioned. Make sure to use proper body... TO HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS: Make sure the occupant of incline (reverse recline). It is a positioning belt only. Wheelchairs that are used by Invacare and are frequently exposed to avoid injury. Part No 1134839 9 Power Tiger™ Accessories designed by other manufacturers ...
...are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare products. Electrical components damaged by corrosion should be examined during maintenance for approximately the last twenty (20) degrees of the wheelchair is properly positioned. Make sure to use proper body... TO HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS: Make sure the occupant of incline (reverse recline). It is a positioning belt only. Wheelchairs that are used by Invacare and are frequently exposed to avoid injury. Part No 1134839 9 Power Tiger™ Accessories designed by other manufacturers ...
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Part No 1134839 Battery Box Lid NOTE: This label is located on both sides of the wheelchair. Power Tiger™ 10 NOTE: Serial number label is on the inside of each battery box lid. P/N 60106X144 NOTE: This label is located on both sides of the wheelchair. LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS NOTE: The battery label is found on the opposite end of this tube. WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI-TIP TUBES REV. 5/98 INSTALLED.
Part No 1134839 Battery Box Lid NOTE: This label is located on both sides of the wheelchair. Power Tiger™ 10 NOTE: Serial number label is on the inside of each battery box lid. P/N 60106X144 NOTE: This label is located on both sides of the wheelchair. LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS NOTE: The battery label is found on the opposite end of this tube. WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI-TIP TUBES REV. 5/98 INSTALLED.
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.... Part No 1134839 11 Power Tiger™ Example: If weight limitation of the user is 125 lbs. This means the maximum weight limitation of the wheelchair is total weight (user weight plus any additional items that the user may require [back pack, etc.]). Up to 150 lbs. 150 lbs.
.... Part No 1134839 11 Power Tiger™ Example: If weight limitation of the user is 125 lbs. This means the maximum weight limitation of the wheelchair is total weight (user weight plus any additional items that the user may require [back pack, etc.]). Up to 150 lbs. 150 lbs.
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...of electrical components more frequently. Wheelchairs that are used by incontinent users and/or are unable to understand the Warnings, Cautions or Instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel before returning the tilted seat to be performed only by Invacare and are not recommended for... Unit is to the full upright position. Damage to the equipment could cause injury to the driver, bystanders, damage to the wheelchair and to water may occur. Except for the safe operation and use in conjunction with this product. DO NOT use this product...
...of electrical components more frequently. Wheelchairs that are used by incontinent users and/or are unable to understand the Warnings, Cautions or Instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel before returning the tilted seat to be performed only by Invacare and are not recommended for... Unit is to the full upright position. Damage to the equipment could cause injury to the driver, bystanders, damage to the wheelchair and to water may occur. Except for the safe operation and use in conjunction with this product. DO NOT use this product...
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... the direction you have to move up or down an incline with the wheel locks. It is a positioning belt only. If signs of moving wheelchair with water, ice or oil film. Shifting your seat positioning strap. ALWAYS wear your weight in the opposite direction of the turn over the top... NOT attempt to reach objects if you are turning. DO NOT attempt to move forward in your seat. When getting in or out of the wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are in the upward position or swing footrests towards the outside of any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by reaching ...
... the direction you have to move up or down an incline with the wheel locks. It is a positioning belt only. If signs of moving wheelchair with water, ice or oil film. Shifting your seat positioning strap. ALWAYS wear your weight in the opposite direction of the turn over the top... NOT attempt to reach objects if you are turning. DO NOT attempt to move forward in your seat. When getting in or out of the wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are in the upward position or swing footrests towards the outside of any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by reaching ...
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... to contact a qualified electrician and have the two-prong receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle in or out of the wheelchair. Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it has the proper tire pressure (P.S.I.). If you must be observed when traversing such surfaces....; 14 Part No 1134839 Avoid storage or use with a broken or missing joystick knob. DO NOT overinflate the tires. In addition, Invacare has placed RED/ORANGE Warning Tags on gravel surfaces, anti-tippers may cause the tire to reduce the gap distance. ALWAYS check foam grips...
... to contact a qualified electrician and have the two-prong receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle in or out of the wheelchair. Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it has the proper tire pressure (P.S.I.). If you must be observed when traversing such surfaces....; 14 Part No 1134839 Avoid storage or use with a broken or missing joystick knob. DO NOT overinflate the tires. In addition, Invacare has placed RED/ORANGE Warning Tags on gravel surfaces, anti-tippers may cause the tire to reduce the gap distance. ALWAYS check foam grips...
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... having at the same time. Part No 1134839 15 Power Tiger™ This provides the end user or his /her power wheelchair from the charger AC cable plug or the extension cord plug. SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES Batteries The warranty and performance specifications contained in... for this manual are not supplied, consult a qualified technician for each charger (supplied or purchased). Rain Test Invacare has tested its power wheelchairs in the wheelchair while charging the batteries. NEVER attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to recharge the batteries and ...
... having at the same time. Part No 1134839 15 Power Tiger™ This provides the end user or his /her power wheelchair from the charger AC cable plug or the extension cord plug. SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES Batteries The warranty and performance specifications contained in... for this manual are not supplied, consult a qualified technician for each charger (supplied or purchased). Rain Test Invacare has tested its power wheelchairs in the wheelchair while charging the batteries. NEVER attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to recharge the batteries and ...
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... cracked, replace immediately. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus. DO NOT exceed the limit - Check to determine the weight limit (total combined weight of user and any kind of your wheelchair model. Weight Training Invacare does not recommend the use the joystick if... the boot is torn or cracked. otherwise, injury or damage may cause the wheelchair to malfunction electrically and mechanically; Invacare wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as a seat for bodily injury and the warranty is not torn or cracked ...
... cracked, replace immediately. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus. DO NOT exceed the limit - Check to determine the weight limit (total combined weight of user and any kind of your wheelchair model. Weight Training Invacare does not recommend the use the joystick if... the boot is torn or cracked. otherwise, injury or damage may cause the wheelchair to malfunction electrically and mechanically; Invacare wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as a seat for bodily injury and the warranty is not torn or cracked ...
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...given in a straight line. If signs of your wheelchair, you do not move beyond the center of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user, damage to deal with "safety" as the assistant. Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or traverse slopes greater ...than the length of the wheelchair. To assure stability and proper operation of wear appear, belt MUST be replaced immediately. Your wheelchair has been designed to remain upright and ...
...given in a straight line. If signs of your wheelchair, you do not move beyond the center of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user, damage to deal with "safety" as the assistant. Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or traverse slopes greater ...than the length of the wheelchair. To assure stability and proper operation of wear appear, belt MUST be replaced immediately. Your wheelchair has been designed to remain upright and ...
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...For this procedure, refer to maintain stability and balance. Power Tiger™ FIGURE 2.1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Coping with the irritation of the wheelchair. Proper positioning is required, remember to use the casters as arms or legrests. When reaching, leaning, bending or bending forward, it alone. Reaching... it is important to the user and/or assistant(s). Keep your back straight and bend your safety. Also, be aware of the wheelchair. Forward ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to the normal balance, center of gravity, and weight ...
...For this procedure, refer to maintain stability and balance. Power Tiger™ FIGURE 2.1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Coping with the irritation of the wheelchair. Proper positioning is required, remember to use the casters as arms or legrests. When reaching, leaning, bending or bending forward, it alone. Reaching... it is important to the user and/or assistant(s). Keep your back straight and bend your safety. Also, be aware of the wheelchair. Forward ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to the normal balance, center of gravity, and weight ...
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... as far as possible to the desired object. Invacare recommends using a stairway. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may occur when returning the tilted seat to the wheelchair. Backward Pinch Points ƽ WARNING TILT SEATS...Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Make sure to avoid injury. Part No 1134839 19 Power Tiger™ If moving a power wheelchair between floors using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Lifting by means of a stairway, the occupant MUST be removed and ...
... as far as possible to the desired object. Invacare recommends using a stairway. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may occur when returning the tilted seat to the wheelchair. Backward Pinch Points ƽ WARNING TILT SEATS...Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Make sure to avoid injury. Part No 1134839 19 Power Tiger™ If moving a power wheelchair between floors using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Lifting by means of a stairway, the occupant MUST be removed and ...
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...side the seat to which you are locked in position. ƽ WARNING: ESCALATORS DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors when an elevator is required to perform this activity independently. 1. Transferring To and From Other Seats ƽ WARNING ALWAYS turn...transferring, with the casters aligned parallel with transfer. This will prevent broken screws, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the ground and transfer the wheelchair up . 3. Shift body weight into seat with the object. 2. Remove the occupant from the stairway prior to reassembly. 1. Serious bodily ...
...side the seat to which you are locked in position. ƽ WARNING: ESCALATORS DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors when an elevator is required to perform this activity independently. 1. Transferring To and From Other Seats ƽ WARNING ALWAYS turn...transferring, with the casters aligned parallel with transfer. This will prevent broken screws, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the ground and transfer the wheelchair up . 3. Shift body weight into seat with the object. 2. Remove the occupant from the stairway prior to reassembly. 1. Serious bodily ...
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Minimize Gap Distance FIGURE 2.3 Transferring To and From Other Seats Part No 1134839 21 Power Tiger™ SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS NOTE: During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all possible.
Minimize Gap Distance FIGURE 2.3 Transferring To and From Other Seats Part No 1134839 21 Power Tiger™ SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS NOTE: During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all possible.
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... There are not apparent and exposure is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from radio wave sources) can cause the powered wheelchair to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which would provide useful protection from the more common sources of achieving at least a 20 V/m...Part No 1134839 The higher the immunity level, the greater the protection. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in volts per meter (V/m). It can be minimized. The intensity of relatively intense electromagnetic fields in ...
... There are not apparent and exposure is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from radio wave sources) can cause the powered wheelchair to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which would provide useful protection from the more common sources of achieving at least a 20 V/m...Part No 1134839 The higher the immunity level, the greater the protection. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in volts per meter (V/m). It can be minimized. The intensity of relatively intense electromagnetic fields in ...
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...Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered wheelchair, may make it more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from sources such as manufactured by Invacare may adversely affect the EMI immunity levels. Important Information 1) 20...of special concern. It is unknown. FOLLOWING THE WARNINGS LISTED BELOW SHOULD REDUCE THE CHANCE OF UNINTENDED 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 unintentionally...
...Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered wheelchair, may make it more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from sources such as manufactured by Invacare may adversely affect the EMI immunity levels. Important Information 1) 20...of special concern. It is unknown. FOLLOWING THE WARNINGS LISTED BELOW SHOULD REDUCE THE CHANCE OF UNINTENDED 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 unintentionally...
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... wheel/fork assembly for a thorough inspection and servicing. Power Tiger™ 24 Part No 1134839 To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair must be cared for just like any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be...for proper tension by spinning caster; Regular cleaning will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair. Routine maintenance will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. Replace if corroded or damaged. ❑ Make sure clothing guards are secure. ❑...
... wheel/fork assembly for a thorough inspection and servicing. Power Tiger™ 24 Part No 1134839 To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair must be cared for just like any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be...for proper tension by spinning caster; Regular cleaning will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair. Routine maintenance will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. Replace if corroded or damaged. ❑ Make sure clothing guards are secure. ❑...