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USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference. Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Transport Chairs Invacare Transport Lightweight Transport Bariatric Transport Lite Transport DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com
USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference. Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Transport Chairs Invacare Transport Lightweight Transport Bariatric Transport Lite Transport DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com
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Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR A QUALIFIED ... THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. ƽ WARNING Invacare products are available on www.invacare.com. OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. Transport Chairs 2 Part No.1125095 NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are specifically designed and manufactured for use ...
Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR A QUALIFIED ... THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. ƽ WARNING Invacare products are available on www.invacare.com. OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. Transport Chairs 2 Part No.1125095 NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are specifically designed and manufactured for use ...
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... Casters...19 SECTION 8-HAND BRAKES/WHEEL LOCKS 20 Locking/Unlocking/Using Hand Brakes...20 Adjusting Hand Brakes...20 Adjusting Wheel Lock...21 LIMITED WARRANTY 23 Part No.1125095 3 Transport Chairs
... Casters...19 SECTION 8-HAND BRAKES/WHEEL LOCKS 20 Locking/Unlocking/Using Hand Brakes...20 Adjusting Hand Brakes...20 Adjusting Wheel Lock...21 LIMITED WARRANTY 23 Part No.1125095 3 Transport Chairs
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..., if not avoided, will result in property damage, minor injury or both. TRANSPORT CHAIR USER As a manufacturer of transport chairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of transport chairs to the following table for definitions of the signal words. Refer to meet many needs...hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury. It is Invacare's position that users of transport chairs should not be transported in vehicles of any chair transportation systems. Transport Chairs 4 Part No.1125095 NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO ...
..., if not avoided, will result in property damage, minor injury or both. TRANSPORT CHAIR USER As a manufacturer of transport chairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of transport chairs to the following table for definitions of the signal words. Refer to meet many needs...hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury. It is Invacare's position that users of transport chairs should not be transported in vehicles of any chair transportation systems. Transport Chairs 4 Part No.1125095 NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO ...
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... N'ONT PAS ETE PRISES EN LIGNE DE COMPTE DANS LE CADRE DE L'APPLICATION DE CETTE ETIQUETTE. 1143180 Rev A - 4/26/06 Part No.1125095 5 IMPORTANT NOTICE The wheel locks on the Lite transport. Loosen wheel lock mounting fastener, which runs through mounting bracket and ... desired location and recheck lock shoe embedding. 4. Inspect for correct locking action BEFORE actual use. LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS Bariatric Transport Invacare Transport, Lightweight Transport, and Lite Transport NOTE: This label is engaged to the lock position (3/16" for pneumatic tires). 3....
... N'ONT PAS ETE PRISES EN LIGNE DE COMPTE DANS LE CADRE DE L'APPLICATION DE CETTE ETIQUETTE. 1143180 Rev A - 4/26/06 Part No.1125095 5 IMPORTANT NOTICE The wheel locks on the Lite transport. Loosen wheel lock mounting fastener, which runs through mounting bracket and ... desired location and recheck lock shoe embedding. 4. Inspect for correct locking action BEFORE actual use. LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS Bariatric Transport Invacare Transport, Lightweight Transport, and Lite Transport NOTE: This label is engaged to the lock position (3/16" for pneumatic tires). 3....
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...RIGGINGS REAR AXLE REAR WHEELS WHEEL LOCKS HAND BRAKES CASTER SIZE UPHOLSTERY WEIGHT (APPROXIMATE) SHIPPING WEIGHT (APPROXIMATE) WEIGHT LIMITATION Invacare Transport (TRAN17 FR, TRAN19FR) 141/2 and 161/2 inches 16 inches 21 to 23 inches Lightweight Transport (LTTB17FR,... LTT1319FR) 141/2 and 161/2 inches 16 inches 21 to 23 inches 241/4 inches 241/4 inches Bariatric Transport (TRHD22FR) 22 inches 18 inches 28 inches 29 inches Lite Transport (ALR19HBFR, ALB19HBFR) 17 inches 16 inches 231/2 inches ...lbs (without front riggings) riggings) 400 lbs 250 lbs Transport Chairs 6 Part No.1125095
...RIGGINGS REAR AXLE REAR WHEELS WHEEL LOCKS HAND BRAKES CASTER SIZE UPHOLSTERY WEIGHT (APPROXIMATE) SHIPPING WEIGHT (APPROXIMATE) WEIGHT LIMITATION Invacare Transport (TRAN17 FR, TRAN19FR) 141/2 and 161/2 inches 16 inches 21 to 23 inches Lightweight Transport (LTTB17FR,... LTT1319FR) 141/2 and 161/2 inches 16 inches 21 to 23 inches 241/4 inches 241/4 inches Bariatric Transport (TRHD22FR) 22 inches 18 inches 28 inches 29 inches Lite Transport (ALR19HBFR, ALB19HBFR) 17 inches 16 inches 231/2 inches ...lbs (without front riggings) riggings) 400 lbs 250 lbs Transport Chairs 6 Part No.1125095
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...upholstery to the transport chair. Doing so may cause your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in a public place. Invacare products are not brakes. This could cause damage to the frame. Make sure the back is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100°F or below... the transport chair. DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame tubing. Serious bodily injury may occur. When transferring to and from the floor by Invacare and are transferring onto. Part No.1125095 7 Transport Chairs
...upholstery to the transport chair. Doing so may cause your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in a public place. Invacare products are not brakes. This could cause damage to the frame. Make sure the back is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100°F or below... the transport chair. DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame tubing. Serious bodily injury may occur. When transferring to and from the floor by Invacare and are transferring onto. Part No.1125095 7 Transport Chairs
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... footplates are the weight limitations for bodily injury and the warranty will be liable for the Invacare transport chairs: TRANSPORT CHAIR WEIGHT LIMITATION (LBS) Transport 250 Lightweight Transport 250 Bariatric Transport 400 Lite Transport 250 Transport Chairs 8 Part No.1125095 Weight Limitation The following are in or out of the transport chair...
... footplates are the weight limitations for bodily injury and the warranty will be liable for the Invacare transport chairs: TRANSPORT CHAIR WEIGHT LIMITATION (LBS) Transport 250 Lightweight Transport 250 Bariatric Transport 400 Lite Transport 250 Transport Chairs 8 Part No.1125095 Weight Limitation The following are in or out of the transport chair...
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... transport chair. Center of Gravity FIGURE 2.1 Stability and Balance Coping with Everyday Obstacles Coping with safety as a basic guide. Part No.1125095 9 Transport Chairs The techniques that are pointing in the forward position whenever you must at all activities which involve... reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in mind your safety. Virtually all times maintain proper balance. However, all . Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for your center of the transport chair. Many activities require the transport chair owner to maintain...
... transport chair. Center of Gravity FIGURE 2.1 Stability and Balance Coping with Everyday Obstacles Coping with safety as a basic guide. Part No.1125095 9 Transport Chairs The techniques that are pointing in the forward position whenever you must at all activities which involve... reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in mind your safety. Virtually all times maintain proper balance. However, all . Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for your center of the transport chair. Many activities require the transport chair owner to maintain...
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...DO NOT attempt to lift the transport chair by any signs of looseness or deterioration and if found to be aware of detachable parts such as your arm will change your sitting position. This will extend without changing your center of the back upholstery. Position ...pick them up from the floor by pulling on the rear cane are found , contact a qualified technician. Check for any removable (detachable) parts. When learning a new assistance technique, have deteriorated. Point front casters forward to FIGURE 2.2. Also, be unsecure or have an experienced assistant help...
...DO NOT attempt to lift the transport chair by any signs of looseness or deterioration and if found to be aware of detachable parts such as your arm will change your sitting position. This will extend without changing your center of the back upholstery. Position ...pick them up from the floor by pulling on the rear cane are found , contact a qualified technician. Check for any removable (detachable) parts. When learning a new assistance technique, have deteriorated. Point front casters forward to FIGURE 2.2. Also, be unsecure or have an experienced assistant help...
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...to the transport chair. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of the framework, lifts the transport chair up or down the stairs. DO NOT attempt to move an occupied transport chair up and over the curb. Invacare recommends that hand grips on a non‐removable (non‐...detachable) part. Make sure to moving the transport chair between floors when an elevator is achieved and the front casters ...
...to the transport chair. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of the framework, lifts the transport chair up or down the stairs. DO NOT attempt to move an occupied transport chair up and over the curb. Invacare recommends that hand grips on a non‐removable (non‐...detachable) part. Make sure to moving the transport chair between floors when an elevator is achieved and the front casters ...
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... this procedure, refer to begin closing the transport chair. 4. Tilt the transport chair toward you . 2. Serious bodily injury may occur. FIGURE 2.6 Folding Transport Chairs 12 Part No.1125095 SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING ƽ WARNING DO NOT use the straps on the seat rails when folding the transport chair.
... this procedure, refer to begin closing the transport chair. 4. Tilt the transport chair toward you . 2. Serious bodily injury may occur. FIGURE 2.6 Folding Transport Chairs 12 Part No.1125095 SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING ƽ WARNING DO NOT use the straps on the seat rails when folding the transport chair.
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Routine maintenance will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your transport chair. To operate properly and safely, your transport chair must be checked periodically for cracks and wear ... Initial adjustments should come to engage. ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests. The caster should be replaced. ❑ Inspect the tires for a thorough inspection and servicing. Part No.1125095 13 Transport Chairs SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION NOTE: Every six months take your transport chair to a stop. ❑ Ensure the wheel...
Routine maintenance will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your transport chair. To operate properly and safely, your transport chair must be checked periodically for cracks and wear ... Initial adjustments should come to engage. ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests. The caster should be replaced. ❑ Inspect the tires for a thorough inspection and servicing. Part No.1125095 13 Transport Chairs SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION NOTE: Every six months take your transport chair to a stop. ❑ Ensure the wheel...
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... the upholstery and armrests. ❑ Check that both casters contact the ground at the same time. Otherwise, injury or damage can result. Transport Chairs 14 Part No.1125095 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION CAUTION As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be...
... the upholstery and armrests. ❑ Check that both casters contact the ground at the same time. Otherwise, injury or damage can result. Transport Chairs 14 Part No.1125095 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION CAUTION As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be...
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... to the user or bystanders. 5. Refer to tire wear. Before using your transport chair, do the following: • Make sure all parts for proper adjustment. 2. Periodically check the front caster and the rear wheel hubs to use of cracks. ƽ WARNING When cleaning the...a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water. Verify that grips are dry prior to make sure they are tight. • Check all the parts for wear/looseness. Have a qualified technician replace if damaged. 3. SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Hand grips should be checked monthly ...
... to the user or bystanders. 5. Refer to tire wear. Before using your transport chair, do the following: • Make sure all parts for proper adjustment. 2. Periodically check the front caster and the rear wheel hubs to use of cracks. ƽ WARNING When cleaning the...a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water. Verify that grips are dry prior to make sure they are tight. • Check all the parts for wear/looseness. Have a qualified technician replace if damaged. 3. SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Hand grips should be checked monthly ...
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..., push the footrest release lever inward, rotate the footrest outward. Upper Footrest Support Footplate Assembly Footplate Mounting Bolt FIGURE 4.2 Adjusting Footplate Height Transport Chairs 16 Part No.1125095 Reinstall the swingaway footrest assembly. Loosen, but DO NOT remove, the footplate mounting bolt until it locks into place. Install the hinge plates...
..., push the footrest release lever inward, rotate the footrest outward. Upper Footrest Support Footplate Assembly Footplate Mounting Bolt FIGURE 4.2 Adjusting Footplate Height Transport Chairs 16 Part No.1125095 Reinstall the swingaway footrest assembly. Loosen, but DO NOT remove, the footplate mounting bolt until it locks into place. Install the hinge plates...
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Unfolding ƽ WARNING When unfolding the back, ensure all occupant's and/or assistant's body parts are securely locked in place before use, make sure the back is tightened securely. Replacing Back Upholstery NOTE: For this procedure...mechanism on back canes. 3. DETAIL "B" Washer Back Cane Back Upholstery 1. FIGURE 5.1 Unfolding/Folding the Fold-Down Back/Replacing Back Upholstery/Replacing Seat Upholstery Part No.1125095 17 Transport Chairs DETAIL "C" Screws Replacing Seat Upholstery NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the back canes. 2. SECTION 5-BACK SECTION 5-...
Unfolding ƽ WARNING When unfolding the back, ensure all occupant's and/or assistant's body parts are securely locked in place before use, make sure the back is tightened securely. Replacing Back Upholstery NOTE: For this procedure...mechanism on back canes. 3. DETAIL "B" Washer Back Cane Back Upholstery 1. FIGURE 5.1 Unfolding/Folding the Fold-Down Back/Replacing Back Upholstery/Replacing Seat Upholstery Part No.1125095 17 Transport Chairs DETAIL "C" Screws Replacing Seat Upholstery NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the back canes. 2. SECTION 5-BACK SECTION 5-...
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NOTE: Make sure the axle spacer is tightened securely. FIGURE 6.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels Transport Chairs 18 Part No.1125095 SECTION 6-REAR WHEELS SECTION 6-REAR WHEELS ƽ WARNING After any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically ... sure all attaching hardware is between the rear wheel and the transport chair frame. Otherwise, injury or damage could result. Repeat STEP 1 for Invacare Transport and Lightweight Transport. Axle Spacer Rear Wheel Hex Screw Locknut Axle Mounting Hole NOTE: Rear wheel shown for the opposite rear wheel. 3. ...
NOTE: Make sure the axle spacer is tightened securely. FIGURE 6.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels Transport Chairs 18 Part No.1125095 SECTION 6-REAR WHEELS SECTION 6-REAR WHEELS ƽ WARNING After any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically ... sure all attaching hardware is between the rear wheel and the transport chair frame. Otherwise, injury or damage could result. Repeat STEP 1 for Invacare Transport and Lightweight Transport. Axle Spacer Rear Wheel Hex Screw Locknut Axle Mounting Hole NOTE: Rear wheel shown for the opposite rear wheel. 3. ...
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... repeat STEPS 2‐3 until correct. Snap the dust cover over the locknut and stem. Repeat STEPS 1‐2 for maneuverability. Front Caster FIGURE 7.1 Replacing Front Casters Part No.1125095 19 Transport Chairs C. Front Caster and Fork D. Let the casters drop to one‐side, then immediately rest in a straight downward position). G. Remove...
... repeat STEPS 2‐3 until correct. Snap the dust cover over the locknut and stem. Repeat STEPS 1‐2 for maneuverability. Front Caster FIGURE 7.1 Replacing Front Casters Part No.1125095 19 Transport Chairs C. Front Caster and Fork D. Let the casters drop to one‐side, then immediately rest in a straight downward position). G. Remove...
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...: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.1. 1. Pull up . • Continue mobility ‐ Release the brake handle. Do one of the following steps: Transport Chairs 20 Part No.1125095 Observe how the brake lever engages the wheel. Release the brake handle. Locking Hand Brake Unlocking/Using Hand Brake Using Hand Brake NOTE...
...: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.1. 1. Pull up . • Continue mobility ‐ Release the brake handle. Do one of the following steps: Transport Chairs 20 Part No.1125095 Observe how the brake lever engages the wheel. Release the brake handle. Locking Hand Brake Unlocking/Using Hand Brake Using Hand Brake NOTE...