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... WHEELS ...49 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels...49 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim ...50 9 FRONT CASTERS ...51 Installing/Replacing Six/Eight Inch Front Casters/Forks ...51 Adjusting Forks...52 Replacing Front Casters ...52 10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL 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...
... WHEELS ...49 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels...49 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim ...50 9 FRONT CASTERS ...51 Installing/Replacing Six/Eight Inch Front Casters/Forks ...51 Adjusting Forks...52 Replacing Front Casters ...52 10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL 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...
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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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...replacement part installation or repair of any such product shall be proven to be defective, such product shall be repaired or replaced, at the bottom of this product when new and unused from Invacare...repairs made to , modification through the use of the seller's invoice required for coverage under this warranty. products damaged by Invacare. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you do not receive satisfactory warranty service... this page. Invacare warrants the upholstered materials (seat, back and armrests of ...
...replacement part installation or repair of any such product shall be proven to be defective, such product shall be repaired or replaced, at the bottom of this product when new and unused from Invacare...repairs made to , modification through the use of the seller's invoice required for coverage under this warranty. products damaged by Invacare. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you do not receive satisfactory warranty service... this page. Invacare warrants the upholstered materials (seat, back and armrests of ...
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... DO NOT use with Invacare accessories. Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with Invacare products. If you 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 wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550...
... DO NOT use with Invacare accessories. Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with Invacare products. If you 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 wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550...
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.... ALWAYS use the wheelchair. Refer to -floor heights. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti tippers may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor angles and/or seat-to the charts in Installing/Adjusting...
.... ALWAYS use the wheelchair. Refer to -floor heights. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti tippers may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as the anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor angles and/or seat-to the charts in Installing/Adjusting...
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... ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair. If loose and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. Make sure to lift the wheelchair by a healthcare professional/assistant when in any removable (detachable) parts of any reclined position. Lifting ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to use proper body mechanics (use only a clean towel lightly...
... ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair. If loose and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. Make sure to lift the wheelchair by a healthcare professional/assistant when in any removable (detachable) parts of any reclined position. Lifting ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to use proper body mechanics (use only a clean towel lightly...
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... strap. DO NOT attempt to seat/chest positioning straps - Repair and Service Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all attaching hardware is an option on this equipment by the user. After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all service and adjustment should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 DO NOT attempt...
... strap. DO NOT attempt to seat/chest positioning straps - Repair and Service Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all attaching hardware is an option on this equipment by the user. After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all service and adjustment should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 12 Part No. 1110550 DO NOT attempt...
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... stability of the wheelchair. The various seat-to-floor heights require specific settings depending on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired seat-to decrease in stability. All Models ƽ WARNING The seat depth, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, use of anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly...
... stability of the wheelchair. The various seat-to-floor heights require specific settings depending on rear wheel size, rear wheel position, front caster size/position and desired seat-to decrease in stability. All Models ƽ WARNING The seat depth, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, use of anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly...
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... listed on the side wall of the tire. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 DO NOT overinflate the tires. For chairs with a seat width of 20 to explode and cause bodily harm. Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of 14 to the wheelchair and the warranty is 250 lbs (114...
... listed on the side wall of the tire. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 DO NOT overinflate the tires. For chairs with a seat width of 20 to explode and cause bodily harm. Invacare wheelchairs have the following weight limitations: For chairs with a seat width of 14 to the wheelchair and the warranty is 250 lbs (114...
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... auto industry. Part No. 1110550 15 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Wheel locks are not brakes. It is equipped with wheel locks. If the wheelchair is Invacare's position that may be wet or slick. ALWAYS exercise caution when transferring into appropriate seating in a moving on all floor surfaces including those that users of wheelchairs should NOT be transported in vehicles of...
... auto industry. Part No. 1110550 15 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Wheel locks are not brakes. It is equipped with wheel locks. If the wheelchair is Invacare's position that may be wet or slick. ALWAYS exercise caution when transferring into appropriate seating in a moving on all floor surfaces including those that users of wheelchairs should NOT be transported in vehicles of...
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... described in this manual. To assure stability and proper operation of your safety. This can be heeded. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with "safety" as a basic guide. Invacare recognizes and encourages... which involve movement in a straight line. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for the new wheelchair user and assistant with daily living activities that carrying heavy objects on the center of the wheelchair. Techniques in this information only as the most...
... described in this manual. To assure stability and proper operation of your safety. This can be heeded. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with "safety" as a basic guide. Invacare recognizes and encourages... which involve movement in a straight line. Invacare recommends using seat/chest positioning straps for the new wheelchair user and assistant with daily living activities that carrying heavy objects on the center of the wheelchair. Techniques in this information only as the most...
Owners Manual
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... page 21. FIGURE 6 Folding/Unfolding the Wheelchair Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 22 Part No. 1110550 Engage both wheel locks, 7. Refer to the inside of the hand under the seat rail. Tracer SX5 RECLINERS ONLY - open and the seat rails are fully seated in section 10 of the seat rail until the wheelchair is attached. 3. 2 SAFETY Folding/Unfolding the...
... page 21. FIGURE 6 Folding/Unfolding the Wheelchair Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 22 Part No. 1110550 Engage both wheel locks, 7. Refer to the inside of the hand under the seat rail. Tracer SX5 RECLINERS ONLY - open and the seat rails are fully seated in section 10 of the seat rail until the wheelchair is attached. 3. 2 SAFETY Folding/Unfolding the...
Owners Manual
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... any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - For recliner models, refer to 60-80 inch pounds. 6. Position the hex screw through the wheelchair frame, back cane, and threaded insert. The hex screw should be inserted from the inside of Wheelchair FIGURE 1 Installing the Back Canes Invacare® Tracer...
... any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - For recliner models, refer to 60-80 inch pounds. 6. Position the hex screw through the wheelchair frame, back cane, and threaded insert. The hex screw should be inserted from the inside of Wheelchair FIGURE 1 Installing the Back Canes Invacare® Tracer...
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... tighten the new back upholstery to Installing the Seat Positioning Strap on page 77. 4. Install new seat upholstery by reversing STEPS 1-2. Replacing Seat Upholstery 1. Part No. 1110550 43 Washers 7 SEAT AND BACK Back Upholstery Mounting Screws Washers FIGURE 2 Replacing Back Upholstery Mounting Screw 16-inch Seat Depth Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame FIGURE 3 Replacing Seat Upholstery Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Remove the eight mounting screws...
... tighten the new back upholstery to Installing the Seat Positioning Strap on page 77. 4. Install new seat upholstery by reversing STEPS 1-2. Replacing Seat Upholstery 1. Part No. 1110550 43 Washers 7 SEAT AND BACK Back Upholstery Mounting Screws Washers FIGURE 2 Replacing Back Upholstery Mounting Screw 16-inch Seat Depth Seat Upholstery Wheelchair Frame FIGURE 3 Replacing Seat Upholstery Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Remove the eight mounting screws...
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CROSSBRACE HARDWARE (STEPS 4,5) Washer Crossbrace Saddle Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair FIGURE 7 Adjusting the Seat Width 48 Part No. 1110550 7 SEAT AND BACK Washer Locknut DETAIL "B" Coved Washers Washer Coved Washer DETAIL "A" Wheelchair Frame Washer Crossbraces Coved Washers Hex Screw DETAIL "B" -
CROSSBRACE HARDWARE (STEPS 4,5) Washer Crossbrace Saddle Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair FIGURE 7 Adjusting the Seat Width 48 Part No. 1110550 7 SEAT AND BACK Washer Locknut DETAIL "B" Coved Washers Washer Coved Washer DETAIL "A" Wheelchair Frame Washer Crossbraces Coved Washers Hex Screw DETAIL "B" -
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For recliner models, refer to Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels on page 49. Secure the new handrim to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 71. 2. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 50 Rear Wheel Handrim Mounting Screw FIGURE 2 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim Part No. 1110550 Adjust wheel locks. Remove the existing handrim. 4. Tighten securely. 5. Rear Wheel Washer (SA Frame ONLY) Axle Mounting Axle Dust...
For recliner models, refer to Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels on page 49. Secure the new handrim to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 71. 2. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 50 Rear Wheel Handrim Mounting Screw FIGURE 2 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim Part No. 1110550 Adjust wheel locks. Remove the existing handrim. 4. Tighten securely. 5. Rear Wheel Washer (SA Frame ONLY) Axle Mounting Axle Dust...
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... the distance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor MUST be maintained at all times. 5. MODEL SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT ANTI-TIPPER (MEASUREMENTS IN INCHES) LENGTH HEIGHT MODEL PART NO. Place the wheelchair on page 56. Part No. 1110550 55 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Anti-Tipper Height Bottom Position SX5 SX5 RECLINER...
... the distance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor MUST be maintained at all times. 5. MODEL SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT ANTI-TIPPER (MEASUREMENTS IN INCHES) LENGTH HEIGHT MODEL PART NO. Place the wheelchair on page 56. Part No. 1110550 55 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Anti-Tipper Height Bottom Position SX5 SX5 RECLINER...
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... pneumatic tires) and holds the wheelchair. Ensure the wheel lock is held in place, contact a qualified technician; Loosen the bolt and locknut that when engaged, the wheel lock shoe embeds the tire 1/8 inch (3/16 inch for the opposite wheel lock. 9. FIGURE 4 Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks Part No. 1110550 59 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Wheel locks are not brakes.
... pneumatic tires) and holds the wheelchair. Ensure the wheel lock is held in place, contact a qualified technician; Loosen the bolt and locknut that when engaged, the wheel lock shoe embeds the tire 1/8 inch (3/16 inch for the opposite wheel lock. 9. FIGURE 4 Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks Part No. 1110550 59 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Wheel locks are not brakes.
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... or any adjustments, repair or service and before use of an anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. If changing the seat-to-floor height the correct anti-tippers MUST be performed by a qualified technician. B. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Seat-to-floor heights have specific positions depending on...
... or any adjustments, repair or service and before use of an anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. If changing the seat-to-floor height the correct anti-tippers MUST be performed by a qualified technician. B. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Seat-to-floor heights have specific positions depending on...
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... Cane Carrier Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 76 Part No. 1110550 13 OPTIONS 13.2 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier ƽ WARNING Check base weekly to the wheelchair. 7. When loading the crutch/cane carrier, ensure items are securely placed into the base. Securely tighten the locknut that there is no interference with folding the wheelchair, the rear wheels, or...
... Cane Carrier Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 76 Part No. 1110550 13 OPTIONS 13.2 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier ƽ WARNING Check base weekly to the wheelchair. 7. When loading the crutch/cane carrier, ensure items are securely placed into the base. Securely tighten the locknut that there is no interference with folding the wheelchair, the rear wheels, or...