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Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair User Manual EN This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair User Manual EN This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
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...Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 2 Part No 1154295 © 2010 Invacare Corporation. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. WD-40 is a registered trademark of the WD-40 Company. Loctite is a registered trademark of Loctite Corporation. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare... Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is...
...Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 2 Part No 1154295 © 2010 Invacare Corporation. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. WD-40 is a registered trademark of the WD-40 Company. Loctite is a registered trademark of Loctite Corporation. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare... Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is...
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... ...7 Limited Warranty ...8 2 OVERVIEW ...9 Label Locations...9 Component Identification ...11 Typical Product Parameters ...12 3 SAFETY ...15 General Guidelines ...15 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...24 Transferring To and From Other Seats...30 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ...31 Safety Inspection Checklists ...31 Troubleshooting - Mechanical ...33 5 TRANSPORTING ...34 Transporting...34... Installing/Removing Footrests ...38 Adjusting Footrest Height...39 Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplate Hinge...41 Part No 1154295 3 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
... ...7 Limited Warranty ...8 2 OVERVIEW ...9 Label Locations...9 Component Identification ...11 Typical Product Parameters ...12 3 SAFETY ...15 General Guidelines ...15 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...24 Transferring To and From Other Seats...30 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ...31 Safety Inspection Checklists ...31 Troubleshooting - Mechanical ...33 5 TRANSPORTING ...34 Transporting...34... Installing/Removing Footrests ...38 Adjusting Footrest Height...39 Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplate Hinge...41 Part No 1154295 3 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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... Back Assembly ...67 Adjusting the Height of the Adjustable Height Back Canes...68 Adjusting the Back Angle ...68 Installing/Removing Non-Adjustable Stroller Handles ...71 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 4 Part No 1154295
... Back Assembly ...67 Adjusting the Height of the Adjustable Height Back Canes...68 Adjusting the Back Angle ...68 Installing/Removing Non-Adjustable Stroller Handles ...71 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 4 Part No 1154295
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... ...91 Operating Hublocks ...95 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers...97 14 RECLINER BACK OPTION ...98 Recliner Operation...98 Replacing Back/Headrest Upholstery...100 Part No 1154295 5 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
... ...91 Operating Hublocks ...95 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers...97 14 RECLINER BACK OPTION ...98 Recliner Operation...98 Replacing Back/Headrest Upholstery...100 Part No 1154295 5 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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CONTENTS 15 CONTRACTURE FOOT ASSEMBLY ...102 Adjusting the Angle of the Contracture Assembly ...102 Adjusting the Angle of the Bilateral Contracture Footplate...103 Depth Adjustment ...105 Contracture Footplate Height Adjustment ...106 Contracture Assembly Width Adjustment...107 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION ...110 About Transport Ready Packages...111 Compliance Information...111 Specifications ...111 Securing the Wheelchair to the Vehicle...112 Securing the Occupant ...116 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 6 Part No 1154295
CONTENTS 15 CONTRACTURE FOOT ASSEMBLY ...102 Adjusting the Angle of the Contracture Assembly ...102 Adjusting the Angle of the Bilateral Contracture Footplate...103 Depth Adjustment ...105 Contracture Footplate Height Adjustment ...106 Contracture Assembly Width Adjustment...107 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION ...110 About Transport Ready Packages...111 Compliance Information...111 Specifications ...111 Securing the Wheelchair to the Vehicle...112 Securing the Occupant ...116 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 6 Part No 1154295
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1 General 1 GENERAL 1.1 Symbols Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to property if it is not avoided. Part No 1154295 7 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for definitions of the signal words. ƽ DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will...
1 General 1 GENERAL 1.1 Symbols Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to property if it is not avoided. Part No 1154295 7 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for definitions of the signal words. ƽ DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will...
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...THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. Invacare's sole obligation and your Invacare product. LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED PRODUCTS IF THE SERIAL NUMBER...MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE, PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT INVACARE'S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; This warranty is not warranted), to state. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 8 Part No 1154295 THE WARRANTY ...
...THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. Invacare's sole obligation and your Invacare product. LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED PRODUCTS IF THE SERIAL NUMBER...MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE, PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT INVACARE'S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; This warranty is not warranted), to state. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 8 Part No 1154295 THE WARRANTY ...
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... OWNER'S MANUAL SE RÉFÉRER AU MANUEL DE Spree 3G Part No 1154295 Solara 3G with Heavy Duty Package ONLY WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI-TIP TUBES REV. 5/98 INSTALLED. Keep detent balls clean. 9 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 2 Overview 2.1 Label Locations Wheelchairs without Transport Ready Option 2 OVERVIEW Serial Number Label WARNING Refer...
... OWNER'S MANUAL SE RÉFÉRER AU MANUEL DE Spree 3G Part No 1154295 Solara 3G with Heavy Duty Package ONLY WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI-TIP TUBES REV. 5/98 INSTALLED. Keep detent balls clean. 9 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 2 Overview 2.1 Label Locations Wheelchairs without Transport Ready Option 2 OVERVIEW Serial Number Label WARNING Refer...
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P/N 1120033 REV B - 08/05 Part No 1154295 2 OVERVIEW Wheelchairs with Transport Ready Option Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 10 Refer to attached TRANSPORT READY OPTION Instruction Card and wheelchair Owner's Manual before use.
P/N 1120033 REV B - 08/05 Part No 1154295 2 OVERVIEW Wheelchairs with Transport Ready Option Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 10 Refer to attached TRANSPORT READY OPTION Instruction Card and wheelchair Owner's Manual before use.
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2.2 Component Identification Push Handle Rear Wheel Axle Rear Wheel Wheel Lock 2 OVERVIEW Seating System Armrest Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame Footplate Front Caster Part No 1154295 11 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
2.2 Component Identification Push Handle Rear Wheel Axle Rear Wheel Wheel Lock 2 OVERVIEW Seating System Armrest Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame Footplate Front Caster Part No 1154295 11 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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...OVERVIEW 2.3 Typical Product Parameters SOLARA 3G SPREE 3G OVERALL WIDTH: 12 INCH WHEEL 16-24 INCH WHEELS OVERALL DEPTH: OVERALL HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT CANES: 20 INCH BACK CANES: 24 INCH BACK CANES: SHIPPING WEIGHT: ANTI-TIPPERS: FOOTREST: Seat Width + 8 1/4 inches Seat Width + 9 1/4 inches (Example: 16 inch Wide Wheelchair = 241/4 inches Overall ... lbs 63 lbs Standard Swing-Away Footrest (Standard) Articulating Swing-Away Footrest, elevating Swingaway Footrests, Lift Off Footrests, Contracture Footrests (Optional) Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 12 Part No 1154295
...OVERVIEW 2.3 Typical Product Parameters SOLARA 3G SPREE 3G OVERALL WIDTH: 12 INCH WHEEL 16-24 INCH WHEELS OVERALL DEPTH: OVERALL HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT CANES: 20 INCH BACK CANES: 24 INCH BACK CANES: SHIPPING WEIGHT: ANTI-TIPPERS: FOOTREST: Seat Width + 8 1/4 inches Seat Width + 9 1/4 inches (Example: 16 inch Wide Wheelchair = 241/4 inches Overall ... lbs 63 lbs Standard Swing-Away Footrest (Standard) Articulating Swing-Away Footrest, elevating Swingaway Footrests, Lift Off Footrests, Contracture Footrests (Optional) Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 12 Part No 1154295
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... - T-Arms Dual Point-Flip Back Cantilever Arms, Desk or Full Non Locking Cantilever arms Optional Black Optional 90° to 50° of Tilt 13 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Desk Length Dual Point Fixed Height - Adjustable Height Dual Point Fixed Height -
... - T-Arms Dual Point-Flip Back Cantilever Arms, Desk or Full Non Locking Cantilever arms Optional Black Optional 90° to 50° of Tilt 13 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Desk Length Dual Point Fixed Height - Adjustable Height Dual Point Fixed Height -
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... inflated new tires. 2 OVERVIEW RECLINER BACK: FRAME: WEIGHT LIMITATION: Dual Cable Trigger Mechanism (Optional) 90 -160° of Tilt Steel Solara 3G: 300 lbs (136 kg) Solara with Heavy Duty Package: 400 lbs (182 kg) Spree 3G: 200 lbs (91 Kgs) *The seat-to tire wear Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 14 Part No 1154295
... inflated new tires. 2 OVERVIEW RECLINER BACK: FRAME: WEIGHT LIMITATION: Dual Cable Trigger Mechanism (Optional) 90 -160° of Tilt Steel Solara 3G: 300 lbs (136 kg) Solara with Heavy Duty Package: 400 lbs (182 kg) Spree 3G: 200 lbs (91 Kgs) *The seat-to tire wear Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 14 Part No 1154295
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Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. Contact Invacare/Carrier for use in conjunction with Invacare products. ALWAYS use this product or optional equipment. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel ... IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. In case of protection against tipover. Part No 1154295 15 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair otherwise, injury or damage may not provide the same level of damage, DO NOT use. Check all times. Anti...
Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. Contact Invacare/Carrier for use in conjunction with Invacare products. ALWAYS use this product or optional equipment. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel ... IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. In case of protection against tipover. Part No 1154295 15 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair otherwise, injury or damage may not provide the same level of damage, DO NOT use. Check all times. Anti...
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...use the footplates as the handrims are in the upward position. Make sure detent balls of the seat plate assembly for self-propulsion. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 16 Part No 1154295 The necessary back angle (90°, 95°, 100°, 105°, 110°, 115° or... 120°) MUST be protruding past the top of the quick-release pin are fully released before operating the wheelchair. DO NOT use the ...
...use the footplates as the handrims are in the upward position. Make sure detent balls of the seat plate assembly for self-propulsion. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 16 Part No 1154295 The necessary back angle (90°, 95°, 100°, 105°, 110°, 115° or... 120°) MUST be protruding past the top of the quick-release pin are fully released before operating the wheelchair. DO NOT use the ...
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...solutions will result in the lower position and approximately 5° forward tilt). The Solara wheelchair MUST be operated by the wheelchair user. Anterior (forward) tilt is required, remember to use of the wheelchair is in the anterior (forward) tilt position (frame stops in the hand grips... and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. Make sure the occupant of a healthcare professional or assistant only. Part No 1154295 17 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Verify that the handgrips DO NOT twist on the handle. Otherwise, damage or injury may occur to use only a clean...
...solutions will result in the lower position and approximately 5° forward tilt). The Solara wheelchair MUST be operated by the wheelchair user. Anterior (forward) tilt is required, remember to use of the wheelchair is in the anterior (forward) tilt position (frame stops in the hand grips... and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. Make sure the occupant of a healthcare professional or assistant only. Part No 1154295 17 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Verify that the handgrips DO NOT twist on the handle. Otherwise, damage or injury may occur to use only a clean...
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... Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustments should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 18 Part No 1154295 Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or slopes. NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair on a sloped surface. NEVER leave the occupied wheelchair unattended at any time, especially on an incline.
... Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustments should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 18 Part No 1154295 Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or slopes. NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair on a sloped surface. NEVER leave the occupied wheelchair unattended at any time, especially on an incline.
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.... it is the obligation of the DME dealer, therapists and other healthcare professionals to decrease in -space Part No 1154295 19 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Any change to ensure the safe operation of wear appear, strap MUST be performed by the user. These adjustments must be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Serious injury ...
.... it is the obligation of the DME dealer, therapists and other healthcare professionals to decrease in -space Part No 1154295 19 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Any change to ensure the safe operation of wear appear, strap MUST be performed by the user. These adjustments must be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Serious injury ...
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... incline (sitting up). Invacare Spree 3G wheelchair has a weight limitation of the tire. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 22 Part No 1154295 Tire Pressure ƽ WARNING DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (P.S.I.). The recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of 200 lbs (91 kgs). Invacare Solara 3G wheelchair with the Heavy...
... incline (sitting up). Invacare Spree 3G wheelchair has a weight limitation of the tire. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 22 Part No 1154295 Tire Pressure ƽ WARNING DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (P.S.I.). The recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of 200 lbs (91 kgs). Invacare Solara 3G wheelchair with the Heavy...