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9   FRONT CASTERS

Invacare

®

 Concept 45 Wheelchair

48

Part No. 1088191

9.3

Replacing Front Casters

1.

Remove the hex screw, locknut and the two washers and spacers 

that secure the front caster to the fork.

2.

To reinstall the new front caster onto the fork, reverse STEP 1.

FIGURE

 

2     

Replacing Front Casters

WARNING

Make sure both front casters are the same size 
and are installed into the same respective 
mounting hole before using the wheelchair, 
otherwise injury may occur.

If replacing the same size front caster, note the 
mounting position on the fork assembly for 
proper reinstallation of the new front caster.

Locknut

Front Caster

6 or 8 inch Fork

Hex 

Screw

Spacer

Washer

Spacer

Washer

Summary of Contents for Concept 45

Page 1: ...User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product BEFORE using this product read this manual and save for future reference EN Invacare Concept 45 Wheelchair...

Page 2: ...tion or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written per mission from Invacare Trademarks are identified by and Making Life s Experiences Possible is a registered trademark in...

Page 3: ...General Guidelines 8 Intended Use 10 Wear and Tear Items 10 Operating Information 11 Safety Handling of Wheelchairs 18 SECTION 3 OVERVIEW 25 Label Locations 25 Component Identification 26 Specificatio...

Page 4: ...37 Removing Installing Adjusting the Armrest 37 SECTION 7 SEAT AND BACK 38 Folding Unfolding the Back Canes 38 Back Angle Adjustments 39 Engaging the Tilt in Space System 40 SECTION 8 REAR WHEELS 41 R...

Page 5: ...S WHEEL LOCKS 49 Installing Adjusting Anti Tippers 49 Using Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks 52 SECTION 11 SEAT TO FLOOR 54 Changing Seat to Floor Height 54 SECTION 12 OPTIONS 56 Installing the...

Page 6: ...azardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury...

Page 7: ...e contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare product In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service please write directly to Invacare at the address at the bottom of this...

Page 8: ...ings cautions or instructions contact a healthcare professional dealer or technical personnel before attempting to use this equipment otherwise injury or damage may occur A qualified technician MUST p...

Page 9: ...to move away from the wheelchair DO NOT smoke while using this wheelchair WARNING As a manufacturer of wheelchairs Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of the...

Page 10: ...nents include but are not limited to all upholstery items including seat and back upholstery arm and calf pads cushions wheels tires and casters Invacare reserves the right to ask for any item back th...

Page 11: ...maintain a 11 2 to 2 inch ground clearance Anti tippers must be attached at all times Inasmuch as the anti tippers are an option on this wheelchair you may order with or without the anti tippers Inva...

Page 12: ...45 for 15 19 inch seat depths TEST chair BEFORE it is occupied by the end user to ensure safety The necessary back angle 90 95 100 105 110 MUST be selected BEFORE repositioning the rear wheels forwar...

Page 13: ...mage to property may result DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair DO NOT use the footplate as a platform When getting in or out of the wheelchair make sure that the footplates are in the upward...

Page 14: ...emperature above 100 F or below 32 F high humidity and or becomes wet prior to use ensure that the handgrips DO NOT twist on the handle Otherwise damage or injury may occur WARNING DO NOT attempt to l...

Page 15: ...er with or without the seat positioning strap Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user The seat positioning strap is a positi...

Page 16: ...ified technician 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 floor angle These adjustmen...

Page 17: ...ing If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus Invacare shall not be liable for bodily injury or damage to the wheelchair and the warranty is void WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a...

Page 18: ...this manual are a starting point for the new wheelchair user and assistant with safety as the most important consideration for all A Note to Wheelchair Attendants When assistance to the wheelchair use...

Page 19: ...ansfer in and out of the wheelchair These movements will cause a change to the normal balance the center of gravity and the weight distribution of the wheelchair To determine and establish your partic...

Page 20: ...our sitting position FIGURE 1 Reaching Leaning and Bending Forward Backwards Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by learning how...

Page 21: ...he step tube and begin to tilt the wheelchair toward you Apply a continuous downward motion until the balance point is achieved and the front casters clear the curb At this point the assistant will fe...

Page 22: ...rear wheels should be pulled up and over the curb DO NOT return the front casters to the ground until the wheelchair has been pulled backward far enough for the front casters to clear the edge of the...

Page 23: ...wheelchair has been rolled away from the stairway 6 If necessary rotate the anti tippers so the wheels are facing down Moving Down Stairs 1 If necessary rotate the anti tippers so the wheels are facin...

Page 24: ...5 Transferring To and From Other Seats WARNING DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors Serious bodily injury may occur WARNING Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelc...

Page 25: ...ual for proper anti tipper setting Se r f rer au manuel de l utilisateur pour le r glage ad quat de l antibascule WARNING No 1091554 AVERTISSEMENT p n 1183421 Rev A Before using this product read and...

Page 26: ...eelchair 26 Part No 1088191 3 2 Component Identification Adjustable Armrest Tilt in Space Release Lever Headrest Armrest Release Lever Wheel Lock Swing Away Footrest Front Caster Anti Tippers Footrest...

Page 27: ...inches inch due to tire wear and manufacturing tolerances Back Height 18 or 20 inches Arm Styles Fixed Height Desk or Full Length Front riggings Swingaway Footrests and Elevating Legrests Rear Axle P...

Page 28: ...cks prevent the wheelchair from moving when engaged Ensure arm rests are securely install but are easy to release and remove from the wheelchair Inspect arms for rips in upholstery Inspect the seat an...

Page 29: ...eel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture Check headtube locknuts for tightness Inspect casters for cracks and wear Inspect front casters for crack...

Page 30: ...rag or pull to one side Check that the wheel locks DO NOT interfere with tires when rolling Check that the wheel lock pivot points are free of wear and looseness Inspect seat and back for loose or bro...

Page 31: ...or binds to a stop Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture Inspect casters for cracks and wear Clean upholstery and armrests with mild soap and water Check that all labels are present an...

Page 32: ...and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely Otherwise injury or damage may result Replace any labels that are missing worn or torn Refer to Label Locations on page 25 for a...

Page 33: ...eak is detected replace the cylinder s Replacing Repairing Rear Wheel Tire Tube Replacing Repairing Caster Tire Tube Tire wear is excessive if Pneumatic Tires there is missing tread or the tires are b...

Page 34: ...ging release lever inward rotate front rigging outward Removing 1 Push the front rigging release lever inward 2 Rotate swingaway front rigging assembly outward 3 Lift the swingaway front rigging assem...

Page 35: ...the desired height 4 Securely tighten the hex head screw and locknut securing the footplate assembly to the legrest tube 5 Reinstall the front rigging Refer to Installing Removing Front Riggings on pa...

Page 36: ...he legrest FIGURE 3 Raising Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly 5 4 Adjusting the Calfpad 1 Turn the calfpad towards the outside of the chair 2 Slide the calfpad up or down until the desired position...

Page 37: ...into the front armrest socket 3 Repeat STEPS 1 2 for other armrest Adjusting Armrest Height 1 Pull the armrest adjustment pin to unlock the armrest 2 Adjust armrest to desired height 3 Release the ar...

Page 38: ...e cord and push the back towards the front of the chair FIGURE 1 Folding Unfolding the Back Canes WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tig...

Page 39: ...0 3 Tighten the four locking screws FIGURE 2 Back Angle Adjustments The necessary back angle MUST be selected BEFORE repositioning the rear wheels forward and adjusting the limit stops Invacare DOES N...

Page 40: ...IGURE 3 Engaging the Tilt in Space System ALWAYS make sure that the chair is stable BEFORE using tilt in space Rear wheels may have to be repositioned rearward depending on the degree of tilt in space...

Page 41: ...After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may occur WARNING Only a qualified technician may change the s...

Page 42: ...Wheelchair 42 Part No 1088191 3 Reinstall the dust cap 4 If necessary repeat STEPS 1 3 for opposite rear wheel FIGURE 1 Removing Installing Rear Wheels Washer Locknut Axle Bracket Wheelchair Frame Du...

Page 43: ...ned forward Rear wheels may have to be repositioned rearward depending on the degree of tilt in space required Mount rear wheels in the LAST mounting hole when using 45 tilt in space on short seat fra...

Page 44: ...e 40 8 Repeat the above procedures until the wheelchair is stable 9 Adjust the wheel locks Refer to Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks on page 53 FIGURE 2 Repositioning The Rear Wheels When adjust...

Page 45: ...secure the handrim to rear wheel 3 Remove the existing handrim 4 Secure the new handrim to the rear wheel with mounting screws Tighten securely 5 Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair Refer to Removi...

Page 46: ...just the forks Refer to Adjusting Forks on page 47 FIGURE 1 Installing Replacing Five Eight Inch Front Casters Forks WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attach...

Page 47: ...y C Let casters drop to bottom of arc wheels should swing once to one side then IMMEDIATELY rest in a straight downward position D Adjust locknuts according to freedom of caster swing E Repeat STEPS C...

Page 48: ...the fork reverse STEP 1 FIGURE 2 Replacing Front Casters WARNING Make sure both front casters are the same size and are installed into the same respective mounting hole before using the wheelchair ot...

Page 49: ...ained at all times If ground clearance cannot be achieved DO NOT use the wheelchair Contact a qualified technician Invacare strongly recommends that anti tippers be used at all times Anti tippers MUST...

Page 50: ...hair on a flat surface 4 Measure the distance between the bottom of the anti tipper wheels and the ground floor 5 If the distance between the bottom of anti tipper wheels and the ground floor is not 1...

Page 51: ...the 1 1 2 to 2 inch clearance Detail A 4 Using the locking screw secure the wheeled portion of the anti tipper to the anti tipper tube 5 Repeat STEPS 2 4 to adjust the remaining anti tipper 6 Ensure...

Page 52: ...k extension handles the wheel lock extension handles MUST be removed before swinging the elevating legrests to the side otherwise injury or damage may result Interference between the top of the elevat...

Page 53: ...wheel lock shoe embeds the tire 1 8 inch 3 16 inch for pneumatic tires and holds the wheelchair 8 Repeat STEPS 1 7 for the opposite wheel lock 9 Engage both wheel locks and ensure the occupied wheelc...

Page 54: ...age 41 WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may occur For this procedure refer to FIGURE 1 o...

Page 55: ...ASTER MOUNTING POSITION 14 1 4 20 inch TOP 5 inch TOP 15 1 4 20 inch TOP 5 inch BOTTOM 8 INCH FRONT FORKS SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT IN INCHES REAR WHEEL SIZE REAR WHEEL MOUNTING POSITION FRONT CASTER SIZE...

Page 56: ...for the opposite side of the wheelchair FIGURE 1 Installing the Seat Positioning Strap WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened sec...

Page 57: ...WARNING If the wheelchair is equipped with push to lock wheel locks elevating legrests and wheel lock extension handles the wheel lock extension handles MUST be removed before swinging the elevating l...

Page 58: ...NOTES Invacare Concept 45 Wheelchair 58 Part No 1088191 NOTES...

Page 59: ...NOTES Part No 1088191 59 Invacare Concept 45 Wheelchair NOTES...

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