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BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 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® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair User Manual EN This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
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Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. © 2011 Invacare Corporation. All rights reserved.
Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. © 2011 Invacare Corporation. All rights reserved.
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CONTENTS 1 GENERAL ...6 Warnings...6 Limited Warranty ...7 2 SAFETY ...8 General Guidelines ...8 Operating Information...9 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...16 3 OVERVIEW ...25 Label Locations...25 Component Identification ...26 Typical Product Parameters ...27 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ...29 Safety Inspection Checklist ...29 Troubleshooting...32 Maintenance ...32 5 .../Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly ...37 Replacing Heel Loop ...38 6 ARMS ...39 Using or Replacing Flip-Back Armrest ...39 Adjusting Armrest Height ...41 Part No. 1110550 3 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
CONTENTS 1 GENERAL ...6 Warnings...6 Limited Warranty ...7 2 SAFETY ...8 General Guidelines ...8 Operating Information...9 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...16 3 OVERVIEW ...25 Label Locations...25 Component Identification ...26 Typical Product Parameters ...27 4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ...29 Safety Inspection Checklist ...29 Troubleshooting...32 Maintenance ...32 5 .../Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly ...37 Replacing Heel Loop ...38 6 ARMS ...39 Using or Replacing Flip-Back Armrest ...39 Adjusting Armrest Height ...41 Part No. 1110550 3 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
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... LOCKS ...54 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers...54 Using/Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks...57 11 SEAT TO FLOOR ...60 Changing Seat-to-Floor Height ...60 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 4 Part No. 1110550
... LOCKS ...54 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers...54 Using/Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks...57 11 SEAT TO FLOOR ...60 Changing Seat-to-Floor Height ...60 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 4 Part No. 1110550
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CONTENTS 12 RECLINER ...64 Recliner Operation...64 Replacing the Headrest Pillow ...66 Replacing the Headrest/Back Upholstery...67 Removing/Installing the Spreader Bar ...69 Removing and Installing Fixed Height Armrest ...70 Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels...71 Using/adjusting the Clamp-On Wheel Locks ...72 13 OPTIONS ...74 Installing Amputee Bracket...74 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier...76 Installing the Seat Positioning Strap ...77 Installing the Wheel Lock Extension Handle...78 Part No. 1110550 5 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
CONTENTS 12 RECLINER ...64 Recliner Operation...64 Replacing the Headrest Pillow ...66 Replacing the Headrest/Back Upholstery...67 Removing/Installing the Spreader Bar ...69 Removing and Installing Fixed Height Armrest ...70 Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels...71 Using/adjusting the Clamp-On Wheel Locks ...72 13 OPTIONS ...74 Installing Amputee Bracket...74 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier...76 Installing the Seat Positioning Strap ...77 Installing the Wheel Lock Extension Handle...78 Part No. 1110550 5 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
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... in death or serious injury. ƽ ! CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in personal injury or property damage. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 1 GENERAL 1 General 1.1 Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to property if it is not avoided. ...
... in death or serious injury. ƽ ! CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in personal injury or property damage. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 1 GENERAL 1 General 1.1 Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to property if it is not avoided. ...
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... any labor or shipping charges incurred in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair If within such warranty periods any such product shall be proven to be free from defects in replacement part installation or...
... any labor or shipping charges incurred in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair If within such warranty periods any such product shall be proven to be free from defects in replacement part installation or...
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..., service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this wheelchair. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with Invacare products. otherwise, injury or damage may occur. Accessories...A qualified technician MUST perform the initial set up of this product or optional equipment. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 Contact Invacare/Carrier for shipping damage and test before attempting to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions,...
..., service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this wheelchair. ACCESSORIES WARNINGS Invacare products are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with Invacare products. otherwise, injury or damage may occur. Accessories...A qualified technician MUST perform the initial set up of this product or optional equipment. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 Contact Invacare/Carrier for shipping damage and test before attempting to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions,...
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... to maintain a 11/2 to 2-inch ground clearance. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on this wheelchair (you may not provide the same level of protection against tipover. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Inasmuch as a safeguard for correct usage and adjustment. Extra caution must be achieved, DO NOT use anti...
... to maintain a 11/2 to 2-inch ground clearance. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on this wheelchair (you may not provide the same level of protection against tipover. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Inasmuch as a safeguard for correct usage and adjustment. Extra caution must be achieved, DO NOT use anti...
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ALWAYS use the handrims for the wheelchair user. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 Serious injury or damage to play on roads, streets or highways. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as an additional safeguard for self-propulsion. DO...
ALWAYS use the handrims for the wheelchair user. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 Serious injury or damage to play on roads, streets or highways. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as an additional safeguard for self-propulsion. DO...
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...445; WARNING ALWAYS check hand grips for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants ƽ WARNING The Tracer SX Recliner wheelchair MUST be prepared to the full upright position. If the wheelchair is properly positioned in injury to the user or damage to observe this warning may occur. ... cane or hand grip areas use your legs) or seek assistance if necessary to lift the wheelchair by any reclined position. Failure to the wheelchair. Lifting ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to avoid injury. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
...445; WARNING ALWAYS check hand grips for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants ƽ WARNING The Tracer SX Recliner wheelchair MUST be prepared to the full upright position. If the wheelchair is properly positioned in injury to the user or damage to observe this warning may occur. ... cane or hand grip areas use your legs) or seek assistance if necessary to lift the wheelchair by any reclined position. Failure to the wheelchair. Lifting ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to avoid injury. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair
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... BEFORE use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as the seat positioning strap is not designed for the wheelchair user. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 2 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 an additional safeguard ...
... BEFORE use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as the seat positioning strap is not designed for the wheelchair user. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 2 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 an additional safeguard ...
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...size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired seat-to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair. SEAT DEPTH CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION NOTE: When changes to the left hand ...; ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Any change to one or any combination of the seven may cause the wheelchair to the stability of anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly relate to decrease...
...size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired seat-to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the wheelchair. SEAT DEPTH CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION NOTE: When changes to the left hand ...; ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Any change to one or any combination of the seven may cause the wheelchair to the stability of anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly relate to decrease...
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...on the side wall of the tire. Weight Training ƽ WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). The recommended tire pressure is void. Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of...inches, the weight limitation is 300 lbs (136 kg). If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any kind of weight training. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 2 SAFETY Tire Pressure ƽ WARNING DO NOT ...
...on the side wall of the tire. Weight Training ƽ WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). The recommended tire pressure is void. Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of...inches, the weight limitation is 300 lbs (136 kg). If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any kind of weight training. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 2 SAFETY Tire Pressure ƽ WARNING DO NOT ...
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...Part No. 1110550 15 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Wheelchair Tie Down Restraints ƽ WARNING Wheelchair users should be transferred into or out of any wheelchair transportation systems. Wheelchair User ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs... extension handle causes the wheel lock to disengage. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any kind while in vehicles of the wheelchair. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be wet or slick. Wheel locks are not...
...Part No. 1110550 15 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Wheelchair Tie Down Restraints ƽ WARNING Wheelchair users should be transferred into or out of any wheelchair transportation systems. Wheelchair User ƽ WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs... extension handle causes the wheel lock to disengage. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any kind while in vehicles of the wheelchair. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be wet or slick. Wheel locks are not...
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... the following pages have an effect on your safety. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to accommodate one individual occupies the wheelchair this may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair. If more than the length of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user...
... the following pages have an effect on your safety. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to accommodate one individual occupies the wheelchair this may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair. If more than the length of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user...
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... irritation of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by reaching down between your knees. Part No. 1110550 17 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Point front casters forward to the desired object. Backwards Position wheelchair as close as possible to create the longest possible wheelbase. DO NOT lean over the top of gravity to...
... irritation of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by reaching down between your knees. Part No. 1110550 17 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Point front casters forward to the desired object. Backwards Position wheelchair as close as possible to create the longest possible wheelbase. DO NOT lean over the top of gravity to...
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... point is achieved and the front casters clear the curb. When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of all wheels and/or pinch points. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 At this point, the assistant will feel a difference... in injury to the occupant and/or damage to tilt the wheelchair toward you. This could result in the weight...
... point is achieved and the front casters clear the curb. When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of all wheels and/or pinch points. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 At this point, the assistant will feel a difference... in injury to the occupant and/or damage to tilt the wheelchair toward you. This could result in the weight...
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... not available: Part No. 1110550 19 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Invacare recommends that the rear wheels are pointing up or down . 2 SAFETY FIGURE 3 Method 2 - The second assistant should stand on a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is being lowered to moving the...
... not available: Part No. 1110550 19 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Invacare recommends that the rear wheels are pointing up or down . 2 SAFETY FIGURE 3 Method 2 - The second assistant should stand on a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is being lowered to moving the...
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... are facing down . Moving Down Stairs 1. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point, the assistant behind the wheelchair rolls the wheelchair up to the balance point, the assistant behind the wheelchair backs the wheelchair up and on to the next stair below...
... are facing down . Moving Down Stairs 1. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point, the assistant behind the wheelchair rolls the wheelchair up to the balance point, the assistant behind the wheelchair backs the wheelchair up and on to the next stair below...