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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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© 2011 Invacare Corporation. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 All rights reserved. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare.
© 2011 Invacare Corporation. All trademarks are identified by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted. Trademarks are owned by ™ and ®. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is a registered trademark of DuPont. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 2 Part No. 1110550 All rights reserved. Teflon is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare.
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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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... situation which , if not avoided, may result in damage to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in death or serious injury. ƽ ! Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could result in property damage or minor injury or both...
... situation which , if not avoided, may result in damage to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in death or serious injury. ƽ ! Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 6 Part No. 1110550 CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could result in property damage or minor injury or both...
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... THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN. THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you purchased your exclusive remedy under this product when new and unused from...
... THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN. THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS. Part No. 1110550 7 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you purchased your exclusive remedy under this product when new and unused from...
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... any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this equipment - Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 also, a qualified technician MUST perform all parts for shipping damage and test before .... A qualified technician MUST perform the initial set up of this wheelchair. Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with Invacare accessories. otherwise, injury or damage may occur. Contact Invacare/Carrier for further instruction. If you are unable to use in ...
... any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this equipment - Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 8 Part No. 1110550 also, a qualified technician MUST perform all parts for shipping damage and test before .... A qualified technician MUST perform the initial set up of this wheelchair. Check all procedures specifically indicated in conjunction with Invacare accessories. otherwise, injury or damage may occur. Contact Invacare/Carrier for further instruction. If you are unable to use in ...
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...outdoors on wet, soft ground or on page 54 for the wheelchair user. Refer to the charts in Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers on gravel surfaces, anti tippers may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard for correct ... seat-to-floor angle, the correct anti-tippers must be used to maintain a 11/2 to -floor heights. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Contact a qualified technician. If these requirements cannot be attached at all times. Anti-tippers must be achieved, DO NOT use anti-tippers...
...outdoors on wet, soft ground or on page 54 for the wheelchair user. Refer to the charts in Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers on gravel surfaces, anti tippers may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard for correct ... seat-to-floor angle, the correct anti-tippers must be used to maintain a 11/2 to -floor heights. Part No. 1110550 9 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Contact a qualified technician. If these requirements cannot be attached at all times. Anti-tippers must be achieved, DO NOT use anti-tippers...
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DO NOT use of the wheelchair. ALWAYS use the handrims for the wheelchair user. DO NOT operate on or operate the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 2 SAFETY General Warnings ƽ WARNING To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice ... use the footplate as a platform. Inasmuch as the handrims are in or out of the wheelchair. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as sand, grass, or gravel. Avoid storing or using the...
DO NOT use of the wheelchair. ALWAYS use the handrims for the wheelchair user. DO NOT operate on or operate the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 10 Part No. 1110550 2 SAFETY General Warnings ƽ WARNING To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice ... use the footplate as a platform. Inasmuch as the handrims are in or out of the wheelchair. DO NOT allow children to property may order with or without the handrims), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as sand, grass, or gravel. Avoid storing or using the...
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... the user or bystanders. Failure to observe this warning may occur. Assistants MUST be operated by any reclined position. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Make sure the patient is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior...
... the user or bystanders. Failure to observe this warning may occur. Assistants MUST be operated by any reclined position. Part No. 1110550 11 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Make sure the patient is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior...
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..., 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. If signs of wear appear, strap MUST be performed while the wheelchair is a positioning strap only. DO NOT attempt to ride over and cause bodily...
..., 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. If signs of wear appear, strap MUST be performed while the wheelchair is a positioning strap only. DO NOT attempt to ride over and cause bodily...
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...10003;✓ ✓ ✓✓ • ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. 2 SAFETY Stability - All Models ƽ WARNING The seat depth, size/position of the ...to decrease in stability. Any change to one or any combination of the seven may cause the wheelchair to the stability of the wheelchair. SEAT DEPTH CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION NOTE: When...
...10003;✓ ✓ ✓✓ • ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓✓ • Part No. 1110550 13 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician. 2 SAFETY Stability - All Models ƽ WARNING The seat depth, size/position of the ...to decrease in stability. Any change to one or any combination of the seven may cause the wheelchair to the stability of the wheelchair. SEAT DEPTH CASTER SIZE CASTER POSITION WHEEL SIZE WHEEL POSITION ANTI-TIPPERS USER CONDITION NOTE: When...
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..., the weight limitation is void. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus. DO NOT overinflate the tires. Weight Training ƽ WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire... (p.s.i.). Weight Limitation ƽ WARNING The Tracer SX5 and Tracer SX5 Recliner wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for bodily injury or damage to explode and cause ...
..., the weight limitation is void. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 14 Part No. 1110550 If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus. DO NOT overinflate the tires. Weight Training ƽ WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire... (p.s.i.). Weight Limitation ƽ WARNING The Tracer SX5 and Tracer SX5 Recliner wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for bodily injury or damage to explode and cause ...
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... vehicles for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in wheelchairs. Invacare cannot and does not recommend 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 of the wheelchair. Engaging the wheel locks may not prevent the wheelchair from moving on all floor surfaces including those...
... vehicles for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in wheelchairs. Invacare cannot and does not recommend 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 of the wheelchair. Engaging the wheel locks may not prevent the wheelchair from moving on all floor surfaces including those...
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... to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. When reaching, leaning, or bending forward, it in and out of the wheelchair. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to practice and master these safe techniques until you are discussed... living activities that shift your lap while occupying the wheelchair may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair user as well as you DO NOT move beyond the center of the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 To assure stability and proper...
... to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. When reaching, leaning, or bending forward, it in and out of the wheelchair. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to practice and master these safe techniques until you are discussed... living activities that shift your lap while occupying the wheelchair may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair user as well as you DO NOT move beyond the center of the wheelchair. Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 16 Part No. 1110550 To assure stability and proper...
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... to maintain stability and balance. Reach back only as far as possible to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by reaching down between... back upholstery to tip over . DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you , as the wheelchair may cause the wheelchair to reach objects behind you have pick them up from the floor by learning how to the... irritation of gravity to create the longest possible wheelbase. Backwards Position wheelchair as close as your arm will extend without changing your knees. Part No. 1110550 17...
... to maintain stability and balance. Reach back only as far as possible to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by reaching down between... back upholstery to tip over . DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you , as the wheelchair may cause the wheelchair to reach objects behind you have pick them up from the floor by learning how to the... irritation of gravity to create the longest possible wheelbase. Backwards Position wheelchair as close as your arm will extend without changing your knees. Part No. 1110550 17...
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...'s feet and hands are clear of the wheelchair in one of the wheelchair, Do not let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the wheelchair. Apply a continuous downward motion until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 When lowering the...
...'s feet and hands are clear of the wheelchair in one of the wheelchair, Do not let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the wheelchair. Apply a continuous downward motion until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb. Wheelchair With Step Tubes Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 18 Part No. 1110550 When lowering the...
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... for moving . The second assistant should be tilted back to clear the edge of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is not available: Part No. 1110550 19 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Wheelchair Without Step Tubes Stairways ƽ WARNING Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to...
... for moving . The second assistant should be tilted back to clear the edge of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is not available: Part No. 1110550 19 Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair Wheelchair Without Step Tubes Stairways ƽ WARNING Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to...
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...assistant (positioned in the front of the wheelchair), with a firm hold on a non-detachable part of the framework, lowers the wheelchair down and on to the next stair above and repeats process. 5. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 Moving Down Stairs... 1. 2 SAFETY Moving Up Stairs 1. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down . The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last...
...assistant (positioned in the front of the wheelchair), with a firm hold on a non-detachable part of the framework, lowers the wheelchair down and on to the next stair above and repeats process. 5. FIGURE 4 Stairways Invacare® Tracer® SX5 Wheelchair 20 Part No. 1110550 Moving Down Stairs... 1. 2 SAFETY Moving Up Stairs 1. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down . The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last...