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User Manual EN Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
User Manual EN Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 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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© 2011 Invacare Corporation. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 2 Part No 1110546 Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. All rights reserved.
© 2011 Invacare Corporation. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 2 Part No 1110546 Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. All rights reserved.
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... ...5 Limited Warranty ...6 2 OVERVIEW 7 Label Locations...7 Component Identification ...8 Typical Product Parameters ...9 3 SAFETY 11 General Guidelines ...11 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...18 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 25 Safety Inspection Checklist ...25 Troubleshooting...28 Maintenance ...29 5 FRONT RIGGINGS 31 Installing/Removing Front Riggings...31 Adjusting Footplate Height...Replacing Seat Upholstery ...41 Adjusting the Seat Width ...42 8 REAR WHEELS 46 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels...46 Part No 1110546 3 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair
... ...5 Limited Warranty ...6 2 OVERVIEW 7 Label Locations...7 Component Identification ...8 Typical Product Parameters ...9 3 SAFETY 11 General Guidelines ...11 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...18 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 25 Safety Inspection Checklist ...25 Troubleshooting...28 Maintenance ...29 5 FRONT RIGGINGS 31 Installing/Removing Front Riggings...31 Adjusting Footplate Height...Replacing Seat Upholstery ...41 Adjusting the Seat Width ...42 8 REAR WHEELS 46 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels...46 Part No 1110546 3 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair
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... OPTIONS 59 Installing Amputee Bracket...59 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier...61 Installing the Seat Positioning Strap ...62 Installing the Wheel Lock Extension Handle...63 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 4 Part No 1110546
... OPTIONS 59 Installing Amputee Bracket...59 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier...61 Installing the Seat Positioning Strap ...62 Installing the Wheel Lock Extension Handle...63 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 4 Part No 1110546
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...; WARNING Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided, may result in property damage or minor injury or both. Part No 1110546 5 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to hazards or unsafe practices...
...; WARNING Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided, may result in property damage or minor injury or both. Part No 1110546 5 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair See the information below for efficient, trouble-free use. IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to hazards or unsafe practices...
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...original purchaser who purchases this product when new and unused from state to state. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 6 Part No 1110546 For warranty service, please contact the dealer from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of the seller's invoice required for coverage... NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED, PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, IMPROPER OPERATION, 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; THE WARRANTY SHALL...
...original purchaser who purchases this product when new and unused from state to state. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 6 Part No 1110546 For warranty service, please contact the dealer from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of the seller's invoice required for coverage... NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED, PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, IMPROPER OPERATION, 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; THE WARRANTY SHALL...
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WARNING Do not operate without the antitip tubes installed. ! No. 1091552 Lower Frame Tube 7 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair No. 1091554 ! AVERTISSEMENT NE PAS utiliser sans d'abord avoir installé les antibascules. WARNING Refer to the Owner's Manual for proper anti-tipper setting. ! AVERTISSEMENT ...
WARNING Do not operate without the antitip tubes installed. ! No. 1091552 Lower Frame Tube 7 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair No. 1091554 ! AVERTISSEMENT NE PAS utiliser sans d'abord avoir installé les antibascules. WARNING Refer to the Owner's Manual for proper anti-tipper setting. ! AVERTISSEMENT ...
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2 OVERVIEW 2.1 Component Identification Back Upholstery Rear Wheel Handrim Rear Wheel Axle Wheel Lock Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame Front Caster Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 8 Part No 1110546
2 OVERVIEW 2.1 Component Identification Back Upholstery Rear Wheel Handrim Rear Wheel Axle Wheel Lock Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame Front Caster Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 8 Part No 1110546
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... Height, Desk or Full Length, Permanent or Removable Swingaways Footrests and Elevating Legrests (not available on FF Frame) Permanent 24-inch Composite or Urethane Composite 9 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair
... Height, Desk or Full Length, Permanent or Removable Swingaways Footrests and Elevating Legrests (not available on FF Frame) Permanent 24-inch Composite or Urethane Composite 9 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair
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Weights based on how the wheelchair is equipped. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 10 Part No 1110546 Weights will vary depending on 18-inch wide wheelchair without front riggings. The seat-to Lock* (Hemi) 8x1 inch Solid Rubber Vinyl - 2 OVERVIEW Tracer EX2 Wheel Locks Caster Size Upholstery Frame Colors Weight *** (Approx) ...
Weights based on how the wheelchair is equipped. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 10 Part No 1110546 Weights will vary depending on 18-inch wide wheelchair without front riggings. The seat-to Lock* (Hemi) 8x1 inch Solid Rubber Vinyl - 2 OVERVIEW Tracer EX2 Wheel Locks Caster Size Upholstery Frame Colors Weight *** (Approx) ...
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... CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Part No 1110546 11 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair If you are unable to use . ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are not recommended for shipping damage and test before attempting to understand the warnings...any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with Invacare products. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are specifically designed and manufactured for use this wheelchair.
... CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Part No 1110546 11 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair If you are unable to use . ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are not recommended for shipping damage and test before attempting to understand the warnings...any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with Invacare products. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are specifically designed and manufactured for use this wheelchair.
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...section of protection against tip over. Extra caution MUST be fully engaged and release buttons fully protruding out of adjustment holes. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 12 Part No 1110546 3 SAFETY Anti-tippers ƽ WARNING Anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor ... may not provide the same level of the manual for correct usage and adjustment. ALWAYS use the wheelchair. Refer to -floor height with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard for 0° or 3° on gravel surfaces, anti tippers ...
...section of protection against tip over. Extra caution MUST be fully engaged and release buttons fully protruding out of adjustment holes. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 12 Part No 1110546 3 SAFETY Anti-tippers ƽ WARNING Anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor ... may not provide the same level of the manual for correct usage and adjustment. ALWAYS use the wheelchair. Refer to -floor height with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard for 0° or 3° on gravel surfaces, anti tippers ...
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...footplate as a platform. DO NOT operate on this wheelchair (you may result. Part No 1110546 13 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair Inasmuch as the handrims are in the upward position. This could cause damage to keep the wheelchair from being folded when left unoccupied in a public ... DO NOT stand on roads, streets or highways. DO NOT operate on the frame of the wheelchair. Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flame or combustible products. Invacare recommends that the footplates are an option on soft surfaces such as an additional safeguard for self-...
...footplate as a platform. DO NOT operate on this wheelchair (you may result. Part No 1110546 13 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair Inasmuch as the handrims are in the upward position. This could cause damage to keep the wheelchair from being folded when left unoccupied in a public ... DO NOT stand on roads, streets or highways. DO NOT operate on the frame of the wheelchair. Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flame or combustible products. Invacare recommends that the footplates are an option on soft surfaces such as an additional safeguard for self-...
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... soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in injury to the wheelchair. Verify that the handgrips DO NOT twist on the handle. Use of the wheelchair may occur. Information for looseness before attempting it alone. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 14 Part No 1110546 3 SAFETY Hand Grips ƽ WARNING ALWAYS check hand...
... soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in injury to the wheelchair. Verify that the handgrips DO NOT twist on the handle. Use of the wheelchair may occur. Information for looseness before attempting it alone. Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 14 Part No 1110546 3 SAFETY Hand Grips ƽ WARNING ALWAYS check hand...
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...positioning strap is not designed for use , make sure all service and adjustment should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Part No 1110546 15 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 3 SAFETY Ramps, Slopes, Inclines, and Obstacles ƽ WARNING DO NOT traverse, climb or go down an incline with... or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as auto or aircraft safety belts. NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair on a sloped surface. It is an option on this equipment by the user...
...positioning strap is not designed for use , make sure all service and adjustment should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Part No 1110546 15 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 3 SAFETY Ramps, Slopes, Inclines, and Obstacles ƽ WARNING DO NOT traverse, climb or go down an incline with... or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as auto or aircraft safety belts. NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair on a sloped surface. It is an option on this equipment by the user...
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..., rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired seat-to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair. CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION Weight Limitation ƽ WARNING The Tracer EX2 has ...61692; • • • Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 16 Part No 1110546 Any change to one or any combination of the seven may cause the...
..., rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired seat-to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair. CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION Weight Limitation ƽ WARNING The Tracer EX2 has ...61692; • • • Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 16 Part No 1110546 Any change to one or any combination of the seven may cause the...
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...approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in a moving on all floor surfaces including those that users of wheelchairs should NOT be transported in wheelchairs. Invacare wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as a weight training apparatus. If ...occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be transferred into or out ...
...approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in a moving on all floor surfaces including those that users of wheelchairs should NOT be transported in wheelchairs. Invacare wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as a weight training apparatus. If ...occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be transferred into or out ...
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... around the frequently encountered architectural barriers. It is important to try what works best for the new wheelchair user and assistant with daily living activities that may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to practice and master these safe techniques until you are discussed on the...
... around the frequently encountered architectural barriers. It is important to try what works best for the new wheelchair user and assistant with daily living activities that may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to practice and master these safe techniques until you are discussed on the...
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... front casters forward to create the longest possible wheelbase. FIGURE 1 Backwards Part No 1110546 19 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you , as a tool to maintain stability and balance. Forward Position the front casters ... arm will cause a change to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. Backwards Position wheelchair as close as the wheelchair may cause the wheelchair to tip over. To determine and establish your safety. Reaching, Leaning and Bending ƽ WARNING DO NOT shift...
... front casters forward to create the longest possible wheelbase. FIGURE 1 Backwards Part No 1110546 19 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you , as a tool to maintain stability and balance. Forward Position the front casters ... arm will cause a change to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. Backwards Position wheelchair as close as the wheelchair may cause the wheelchair to tip over. To determine and establish your safety. Reaching, Leaning and Bending ƽ WARNING DO NOT shift...
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... a non-removable (non-detachable) part. When lowering the front casters of the wheelchair, Do not let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to maintain stability and balance. Method 1 - Step Tube FIGURE 2 Method 1 - Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 20 Part No 1110546 Keep in injury to the occupant and/or damage to tackle...
... a non-removable (non-detachable) part. When lowering the front casters of the wheelchair, Do not let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to maintain stability and balance. Method 1 - Step Tube FIGURE 2 Method 1 - Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 20 Part No 1110546 Keep in injury to the occupant and/or damage to tackle...