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For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Solara®/Spree GT™ DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair. USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference.
For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Solara®/Spree GT™ DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair. USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference.
Owners Manual
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NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are specifically designed and manufactured for use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this equipment - otherwise, injury or damage may occur. ƽ ACCESSORIES WARNING Invacare products are available at www.invacare.com. Solara...
NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are specifically designed and manufactured for use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this equipment - otherwise, injury or damage may occur. ƽ ACCESSORIES WARNING Invacare products are available at www.invacare.com. Solara...
Owners Manual
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...wheelchair during transport. WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT RESTRAINTS (TRRO OR TRBKTS) TRRO includes four factory-installed transport brackets and a wheelchair anchored pelvic belt. TRBKTS includes four factory-installed wheelchair transport brackets. It is Invacare's position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate seating in property damage or minor injury or both. Part... solely with TRRO and TRBKTS for wheelchairs with a 168 lb crash dummy, which corresponds to a person with WC 19. Only use be used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe ...
...wheelchair during transport. WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT RESTRAINTS (TRRO OR TRBKTS) TRRO includes four factory-installed transport brackets and a wheelchair anchored pelvic belt. TRBKTS includes four factory-installed wheelchair transport brackets. It is Invacare's position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate seating in property damage or minor injury or both. Part... solely with TRRO and TRBKTS for wheelchairs with a 168 lb crash dummy, which corresponds to a person with WC 19. Only use be used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe ...
Owners Manual
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... is not designed for the wheelchair user. seat/chest positioning straps - Solara®/Spree GT™ 10 Part No 1125027 As regards restraints - SPECIAL NOTES ƽ WARNING Only use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as an additional safeguard for use the transport brackets included with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the...
... is not designed for the wheelchair user. seat/chest positioning straps - Solara®/Spree GT™ 10 Part No 1125027 As regards restraints - SPECIAL NOTES ƽ WARNING Only use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as an additional safeguard for use the transport brackets included with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the...
Owners Manual
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... the wheelchair handle - DO NOT operate the recliner option if only one of the wheelchair. It is not designed for instructions. DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up ) the wheelchair. To determine and establish your seat positioning strap. If signs of wear appear, belt MUST be selected before using the...
... the wheelchair handle - DO NOT operate the recliner option if only one of the wheelchair. It is not designed for instructions. DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up ) the wheelchair. To determine and establish your seat positioning strap. If signs of wear appear, belt MUST be selected before using the...
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... have been used successfully by many. Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or slopes. Use this manual. DO NOT leave elevating legrests in this information only as the assistant. 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 a "basic" guide. This manual points...
... have been used successfully by many. Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or slopes. Use this manual. DO NOT leave elevating legrests in this information only as the assistant. 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 a "basic" guide. This manual points...
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... wear your seat/chest positioning strap. Invacare recommends that, if possible, the user be removed from the stairway. 5. The wheelchair should not be replaced IMMEDIATELY. It is necessary to move a wheelchair between floors when an elevator is NOT available: 1. Extreme caution is advised when it is not designed for use ONLY secure, non-detachable parts for the wheelchair user. Serious...
... wear your seat/chest positioning strap. Invacare recommends that, if possible, the user be removed from the stairway. 5. The wheelchair should not be replaced IMMEDIATELY. It is necessary to move a wheelchair between floors when an elevator is NOT available: 1. Extreme caution is advised when it is not designed for use ONLY secure, non-detachable parts for the wheelchair user. Serious...
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... RIGGINGS ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is perpendicular to FIGURE 6.1. Installing 1. Part No 1125027 FIGURE 6.1 Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest 33 Solara®/Spree GT™ Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the wheelchair). 2. Rotate the footrest towards the inside of the wheelchair frame. 3. NOTE: The footplate will...
... RIGGINGS ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is perpendicular to FIGURE 6.1. Installing 1. Part No 1125027 FIGURE 6.1 Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest 33 Solara®/Spree GT™ Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the wheelchair). 2. Rotate the footrest towards the inside of the wheelchair frame. 3. NOTE: The footplate will...
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...° LIFT Footrests Part No 1125027 35 Solara®/Spree GT™ SECTION 6-FRONT RIGGINGS 60°, 70° and 70° Taper NOTE: For this procedure, refer to Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest on page 33. 6. Refer to the footrest support. 3. Reassemble the hex screw and coved spacer through the mounting holes of the wheelchair, if necessary...
...° LIFT Footrests Part No 1125027 35 Solara®/Spree GT™ SECTION 6-FRONT RIGGINGS 60°, 70° and 70° Taper NOTE: For this procedure, refer to Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest on page 33. 6. Refer to the footrest support. 3. Reassemble the hex screw and coved spacer through the mounting holes of the wheelchair, if necessary...
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... Straps Part No 1125027 59 Solara®/Spree GT™ Secure the chest positioning strap to the wheelchair. Remove the hex screw that secures the chest positioning strap to FIGURE 8.6. Install the NEW chest positioning strap. SECTION 8-BACK/SEAT Back Plate Back Cane Seat Positioning Strap Hex Screw Locknut Coved Spacers FIGURE 8.5 Installing/Replacing Seat Positioning Straps Installing/Replacing Chest...
... Straps Part No 1125027 59 Solara®/Spree GT™ Secure the chest positioning strap to the wheelchair. Remove the hex screw that secures the chest positioning strap to FIGURE 8.6. Install the NEW chest positioning strap. SECTION 8-BACK/SEAT Back Plate Back Cane Seat Positioning Strap Hex Screw Locknut Coved Spacers FIGURE 8.5 Installing/Replacing Seat Positioning Straps Installing/Replacing Chest...
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... are specifically designed and manufactured for seating in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Ensure that the seating system is compatible with this wheelchair. 2. Refer to the seating system Owner's Manual for use in a motor vehicle with the factory installed seating system ONLY. 1. Solara®/Spree GT™ 60 Part No 1125027 This wheelchair has been tested for use with Invacare products. TRANSPORT READY OPTION ONLY - SECTION 8-BACK/SEAT Installing...
... are specifically designed and manufactured for seating in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Ensure that the seating system is compatible with this wheelchair. 2. Refer to the seating system Owner's Manual for use in a motor vehicle with the factory installed seating system ONLY. 1. Solara®/Spree GT™ 60 Part No 1125027 This wheelchair has been tested for use with Invacare products. TRANSPORT READY OPTION ONLY - SECTION 8-BACK/SEAT Installing...
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... WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that the wheelchair is stable before using the tilt-in -space. Engaging Tilt-In-Space ƽ WARNING The Invacare Solara wheelchair MUST be operated by the end user to ensure safety. DO NOT self propel wheelchair while in a continuous motion...wheel locks. 3. Make sure the occupant's hands and body are clear of the trigger release levers. Perform one of tiltin-space required. Slowly, push down on the back canes while pulling up on the degree of the following procedure. 1. NOTE: To lower the seat...
... WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that the wheelchair is stable before using the tilt-in -space. Engaging Tilt-In-Space ƽ WARNING The Invacare Solara wheelchair MUST be operated by the end user to ensure safety. DO NOT self propel wheelchair while in a continuous motion...wheel locks. 3. Make sure the occupant's hands and body are clear of the trigger release levers. Perform one of tiltin-space required. Slowly, push down on the back canes while pulling up on the degree of the following procedure. 1. NOTE: To lower the seat...
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...) Detent Pin FIGURE 11.3 Adjusting The Quick-Release Axle Solara®/Spree GT™ 70 Part No 1125027 Remove the permanent axles from the wheelchair. Repeat STEPS 2-3 for opposite side, if necessary. Refer to Installing/Removing Rear Wheels on the end of the quick-release axle. 4. Increase or decrease end play in the quick...
...) Detent Pin FIGURE 11.3 Adjusting The Quick-Release Axle Solara®/Spree GT™ 70 Part No 1125027 Remove the permanent axles from the wheelchair. Repeat STEPS 2-3 for opposite side, if necessary. Refer to Installing/Removing Rear Wheels on the end of the quick-release axle. 4. Increase or decrease end play in the quick...
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...™ Wheel Lock Assembly Wheelchair Frame Wheel Lock Shoe FIGURE 12.1 Wheel Lock Adjustment 72 Part No 1125027 SECTION 12-WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS SECTION 12-WHEEL LOCKS/ANTITIPPERS ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is between the wheel lock shoe and the rear wheel. 3. NOTE: Before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock assemblies...
...™ Wheel Lock Assembly Wheelchair Frame Wheel Lock Shoe FIGURE 12.1 Wheel Lock Adjustment 72 Part No 1125027 SECTION 12-WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS SECTION 12-WHEEL LOCKS/ANTITIPPERS ƽ WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is between the wheel lock shoe and the rear wheel. 3. NOTE: Before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock assemblies...
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... Wheel Unlocked FIGURE 12.2 Using the Wheel Locks Wheel Lock Handle Wheel Lock Assembly Rear Wheel Wheel Lock Handle Wheel Lock Assembly Rear Wheel ƽ INSTALLATION WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all floor surfaces including those that may be evaluated by a care provider to FIGURE 12.2. 1. otherwise injury or damage may not prevent the wheelchair from the wheelchair...
... Wheel Unlocked FIGURE 12.2 Using the Wheel Locks Wheel Lock Handle Wheel Lock Assembly Rear Wheel Wheel Lock Handle Wheel Lock Assembly Rear Wheel ƽ INSTALLATION WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all floor surfaces including those that may be evaluated by a care provider to FIGURE 12.2. 1. otherwise injury or damage may not prevent the wheelchair from the wheelchair...
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...Mounting Screws Washers Washers Contracture Footplate Heel Loop FIGURE 14.8 Replacing the Contracture Footplate Heel Loop Solara®/Spree GT™ 90 Part No 1125027 NOTE: This procedure applies to install the new heel loop. Reverse STEPS 1-2 to the bilateral ... Platform Mounting Holes Lock Nut Contracture Support Mounting Bolts Coved Washers Upper Support Washers Footplate Bracket Locknuts Contracture Platform (Support - Contracture Platform Not Shown) Mounting Bolts FIGURE 14.7 Contracture Footplate Height Adjustment Replacing the Contracture Footplate Heel Loop NOTE:...
...Mounting Screws Washers Washers Contracture Footplate Heel Loop FIGURE 14.8 Replacing the Contracture Footplate Heel Loop Solara®/Spree GT™ 90 Part No 1125027 NOTE: This procedure applies to install the new heel loop. Reverse STEPS 1-2 to the bilateral ... Platform Mounting Holes Lock Nut Contracture Support Mounting Bolts Coved Washers Upper Support Washers Footplate Bracket Locknuts Contracture Platform (Support - Contracture Platform Not Shown) Mounting Bolts FIGURE 14.7 Contracture Footplate Height Adjustment Replacing the Contracture Footplate Heel Loop NOTE:...
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... seating systems. A sudden stop and/or collision may be in a forward facing position during travel in a motor vehicle. This wheelchair MUST be used IN ADDITION TO the wheelchairanchored or vehicle-anchored belts. SECTION 15-TRANSPORT READY OPTION SECTION 15-TRANSPORT READY OPTION ƽ WARNING Contact Invacare Corporation (800-333-6900) with any questions about using this manual. Postural supports...
... seating systems. A sudden stop and/or collision may be in a forward facing position during travel in a motor vehicle. This wheelchair MUST be used IN ADDITION TO the wheelchairanchored or vehicle-anchored belts. SECTION 15-TRANSPORT READY OPTION SECTION 15-TRANSPORT READY OPTION ƽ WARNING Contact Invacare Corporation (800-333-6900) with any questions about using this manual. Postural supports...
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SECTION 15-TRANSPORT READY OPTION Vehicle-Anchored Belts NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the seating system owner's manual. This rating is scored as follows: RATING A B C D DESCRIPTION Excellent Good Fair Poor The test for Lateral Stability ...the factory installed seating system ONLY. Ensure that the factory installed seating system is shown in a motor vehicle with regard to accommodating the use the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) vehicle-installed restraint system. When feasible, wheelchair occupants should transfer into the vehicle seat and use and fit of wheelchair and ...
SECTION 15-TRANSPORT READY OPTION Vehicle-Anchored Belts NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the seating system owner's manual. This rating is scored as follows: RATING A B C D DESCRIPTION Excellent Good Fair Poor The test for Lateral Stability ...the factory installed seating system ONLY. Ensure that the factory installed seating system is shown in a motor vehicle with regard to accommodating the use the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) vehicle-installed restraint system. When feasible, wheelchair occupants should transfer into the vehicle seat and use and fit of wheelchair and ...
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... belt angles also reduce the tendency for postural support in addition to occupant restraint in a frontal crash. The pelvic belt should be twisted. 5. The belt(s) should not be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts, including but not limited to pull the pelvic...seat cushions and belt movement, thereby reducing the tendency for the user to slip under the belt and for proper and improper positioning of the belts. 4. DO position belts INSIDE of armrests, wheels, etc. Part No 1125027 FIGURE 15.4 Positioning Belts 97 Solara®/Spree GT™ SECTION 15-TRANSPORT...
... belt angles also reduce the tendency for postural support in addition to occupant restraint in a frontal crash. The pelvic belt should be twisted. 5. The belt(s) should not be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts, including but not limited to pull the pelvic...seat cushions and belt movement, thereby reducing the tendency for the user to slip under the belt and for proper and improper positioning of the belts. 4. DO position belts INSIDE of armrests, wheels, etc. Part No 1125027 FIGURE 15.4 Positioning Belts 97 Solara®/Spree GT™ SECTION 15-TRANSPORT...
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...SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE, OR TO A PRODUCT DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE'S CONTROL, AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE. Invacare's sole obligation and your Invacare product. Do not return products to Invacare at Invacare's option. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS... OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. For warranty service, please contact the dealer from defects in replacement part installation or repair of any such product. Part No 1125027 99 Solara®/Spree GT...
...SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE, OR TO A PRODUCT DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE'S CONTROL, AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE. Invacare's sole obligation and your Invacare product. Do not return products to Invacare at Invacare's option. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS... OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. For warranty service, please contact the dealer from defects in replacement part installation or repair of any such product. Part No 1125027 99 Solara®/Spree GT...