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Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual

DEALER:

 This manual MUST be given to 

the user of the wheelchair.

USER:

 BEFORE using this wheelchair, read 

this manual and save for future reference.

For more information regarding 

Invacare products,  parts, and services, 

please visit www.invacare.com

Crossfire

 Series 

Wheelchairs

Crossfire T6

®

Summary of Contents for Top End Crossfire T6

Page 1: ...ST be given to the user of the wheelchair USER BEFORE using this wheelchair read this manual and save for future reference For more information regarding Invacare products parts and services please visit www invacare com Crossfire Series Wheelchairs Crossfire T6 ...

Page 2: ...ING THIS MANUAL IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT YOUR INVACARE DEALER OR INVACARE CUSTOMER SUPPORT AT 800 532 8677 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT OTHERWISE INJURY AND OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE MAY OCCUR NOTE Updated versions of this manual are available on www invacare com ...

Page 3: ...ryday Obstacles 17 A Note to Wheelchair Assistants 17 Percentage of Weight Distribution 17 Reaching Leaning and Bending Forward 18 Reaching Leaning Backwards 18 Tipping 19 Tipping Curbs 19 Stairways 20 Transferring To and From Other Seats 21 SECTION 3 SAFETY INSPECTION 22 Safety Inspection Checklist 22 Inspect Initially 22 Inspect Adjust Weekly 23 Inspect Adjust Monthly 23 Inspect Adjust Periodica...

Page 4: ...RMS 30 Installing the Swingaway Padded Armrest Arm Socket Assemblies 30 Adjusting Swingaway Padded Armrest Height 31 SECTION 6 BACK 32 Unfolding Folding the Back 32 Back Angle Adjustment 32 Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery 34 The Adjustable Tension Straps 34 The Back Upholstery Cover 34 Replacing Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery 34 Removing Installing Foldover Back Upholstery 36 Removing Foldo...

Page 5: ...Brackets 46 Repositioning the Chamber Tube Mounting Bracket Socket Screws 46 Reversing the Chamber Tube Mounting Bracket Direction 47 Adjusting Wheelbase Width 48 Removing Installing the Chamber Tube 49 Removing the Chamber Tube 49 Installing the Chamber Tube 49 Adjusting the Chamber Tube 50 Determining Toe In Toe Out 51 Adjusting Fork Tension 52 Removing Installing Repositioning the Caster Assemb...

Page 6: ...ti tipper 60 Replacing Anti tipper 61 LIMITED WARRANTY 63 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT The benefits of registering 1 Safeguard your investment 2 Ensure long term maintenance and servicing of your purchase 3 Receive updates with product information maintenance tips and industry news 4 Invacare can contact you or your provider if servicing is needed on your product 5 It will enable Invacare to improve prod...

Page 7: ...____________________________________________________ 7 Would you like information sent to you about Invacare products that may be available for a particular medical condition Yes No If yes please list any condition s here and we will send you information by email and or mail about any available Invacare products that may help treat care for or manage such condition s ______________________________...

Page 8: ...Crossfire Series Wheelchairs 8 Part No 1134872 Fold here Fold here Cut Along Line Invacare Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing ...

Page 9: ...nvacare recommends that wheelchair users NOT be transported in vehicles of any kind while in wheelchairs As of this date the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair in a moving vehicle of any type It is Invacare s position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for transporta...

Page 10: ...oning strap Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user The seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts If signs of wear appear seat positioning strap MUST be replaced immediately As regards restraints seat ...

Page 11: ... SEAT TO FLOOR Front 16 to 20 inches Fixed Rear 14 to 20 inches Fixed BACK STYLE Folding Standard Fixed Optional BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE FIXED 8 to 11 10 to 14 14 to 18 or 16 to 20 inches 8 to 16 inches BACK ANGLE FOLDING FIXED 15 10 5 0 and 5 0 3 6 and 9 BACK UPHOLSTERY U240 Black Adjustable Tension by Straps SEAT UPHOLSTERY U240 Black Adjustable Tension by Straps AXLE POSITIONS CENTER OF GRAVITY ...

Page 12: ... NOTE 15 x 15 inch seat rear wheels and minimal options are included in the weight CASTERS CASTER SIZE CASTER TYPE 3 4 or 5 inch Semi pneumatic Standard Soft Roll or Lighted Optional ANTI TIP Optional WEIGHT 20 lbs SHIPPING WEIGHT 30 lbs WEIGHT LIMITATION 250 lbs CROSSFIRE T6 ...

Page 13: ... dealer or technical personnel before attempting to use this equipment otherwise injury or damage may occur Stability Warning The position of the footrest camber tube back angle the tautness of the back upholstery as well as the user s condition are directly related to the wheelchairs stability Any change to one or any combination of the five may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability Use E...

Page 14: ...n 9 DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water ice or oil film DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles Doing so may cause your wheelchair to turn over and cause bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by...

Page 15: ...acare strongly recommends ordering the handrims as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user DO NOT use the footplate as a platform when getting in or out of the wheelchair Tire Pressure and Information DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure p s i DO NOT overinflate the tires Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm Th...

Page 16: ...AP is an option on this wheelchair you may order 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 positioning belt only It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts If signs of wear appear...

Page 17: ...When learning a new assistance technique have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone Percentage of Weight Distribution WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees The position of the footrest camber tube back angle the tautness of the back upholstery as well as the user s co...

Page 18: ...ibution Reaching Leaning and Bending Forward NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 2 2 Position the front casters so that they are extended as far forward as possible and engage wheel locks WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees Reaching Leaning Backwards WARNING DO NOT lean over the top o...

Page 19: ...or assistant s can occur Transfer to an everyday use wheelchair is recommended if any such obstacles may be encountered NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 2 3 After mastering the techniques of tipping the wheelchair use the following method to tackle curbs short stairs etc Turn the anti tippers if equipped so the wheels are facing UP Unless the first assistant has exceptional upper body stren...

Page 20: ...n everyday use wheelchair is recommended DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable detachable parts Lifting by means of any removable detachable parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an occupied wheelchair up or down a stairway Invacare recommends that if possible the user be removed f...

Page 21: ...y precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance Turn both casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto Also be certain the wheel locks are engaged to help prevent the wheels from moving When transferring position yourself as far back as possible in the seat This will prevent damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward NOTE For this procedure refer t...

Page 22: ...th tires when rolling Ensure pivot points are free of wear and looseness Ensure wheel locks are easy to engage and prevent the wheels from moving Inspect seat and back upholstery for rips or sagging Inspect upholstery fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs of wear Ensure buckle latches Verify hardware that attaches strap to frame is secure and un...

Page 23: ...and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced if damaged Inspect wheel fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster caster should come to a gradual stop Inspect tires for flat spots and wear If pneumatic tires check for proper inflation Inspect Adjust Monthly Ensure wheel locks DO NOT interfere with tires when rolling Ensure pivot points are free of wea...

Page 24: ...dges or peeling Clean upholstery and armrests CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced if damaged Ensure wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture Check that all labels are present and legible Replace if necessary Troubleshooting CHAIR VEERS RIGHT CHAIR VEERS LEFT SLUGGISH TURN OR PERFORMANCE CASTER FLUTTERS SQUE...

Page 25: ...n page 42 WARNING DO NOT use WD 40 3 in 1 oil or other penetrating lubricants on quick release axles or camber inserts Otherwise binding and or damage to the wheelchair may occur 3 Clean quick release axles and camber inserts once 1 a week with a Teflon lubricant WARNING DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure p s i DO NOT overinflate the tires Failure to follow these sug...

Page 26: ... of this manual 7 Periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels Refer to Handrim Replacement on page 43 8 Periodically adjust wheel locks as tires wear Refer to Replacing Adjusting the Wheel Locks on page 57 9 Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from moisture Use a Teflon lubricant if necessary 10 Check upholstery for sagging ri...

Page 27: ...Y if engaging in ANY contact sport The footrest assembly MUST be at least 1 3 4 inches above the ground floor to avoid hitting protruding objects when using this wheelchair Adjusting Replacing Standard Footrest NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 4 1 1 Loosen the allen screw of the two clamps that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame Replacing the Footrest 1 Remove existing footrest 2 I...

Page 28: ...crews 2 Adjust clamp on raised footrest to the desired height 3 Securely tighten the four allen screws Replacing Adjusting Optional Adjustable Angle Footrest NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 4 3 Replacing the Footrest 1 Loosen but DO NOT the allen screw of the two clamps that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame 2 Slide the existing footrest tubes out of the wheelchair frame and inst...

Page 29: ...plate Depth 1 Remove the two mounting screws and locknuts that secure footplate to the footrest tubes NOTE Observe the angle of footplate for reinstallation 2 Move the footplate to one of two mounting positions to accommodate the user 3 Using the two mounting screws and locknuts secure the footplate to the footrest tubes NOTE The locknuts should lie in the channel of the footplate half clamp FIGUR...

Page 30: ...r to Unfolding Folding the Back on page 32 2 Remove the existing mounting screw metal sleeve and locknut located at the end of the wheelchair frame behind the back cane mounting bracket NOTE Position arm socket towards outside and rear of the wheelchair frame 3 Slide the arm socket assembly onto the wheelchair frame 4 Align the mounting holes in the arm socket assembly and wheelchair frame 5 Using...

Page 31: ...ngaway padded armrest height 3 Reposition mounting bolt and one washer to one of three positions in the arm socket depending on the desired height 4 Retighten the mounting bolt and washer to the arm socket with the remaining washer and locknut 5 Reinstall the half arm into the arm socket 6 Repeat STEPS 1 5 for the opposite side if necessary FIGURE 5 2 Adjusting Swingaway Padded Armrest Height Swin...

Page 32: ...ake sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may occur Unfolding Folding the Back WARNING Back MUST be locked securely in place before using the wheelchair NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 6 1 1 To unfold the back lift up on the back canes and pull back towards the rear of the wheelchair until it locks into place 2 To fold the back pull up on the back rel...

Page 33: ...ch pounds 80 85 foot pounds NOTE As shown in FIGURE 6 2 the adjustment cam can be rotated to several different positions thus changing the overall back angle relative to the seat rail FIGURE 6 2 Back Angle Adjustment 95 Back Angle to Seat Rail 90 Back Angle to Seat Rail 80 Back Angle to Seat Rail 85 Back Angle to Seat Rail 75 Back Angle to Seat Rail Back Cane Indexing Notch Cam Seat Rail Back Angl...

Page 34: ...be adjusted tightly to support and or assist the extensor muscles The Back Upholstery Cover NOTE The back upholstery cover is designed for three reasons The first is as a modesty cover The second is to keep the cushion from sliding out of the back of the wheelchair The third is a sacral support depending upon how far or tight the flap is pulled under the seat cushion FIGURE 6 3 Back Height Adjustm...

Page 35: ...e back cane mounting holes 8 Slip adjuster straps through corresponding anchor loops and adjust the back upholstery Secure with the fastening straps WARNING After the adjustable tension back upholstery has been positioned to the end users individual needs the fastening straps MUST be securely fastened BEFORE applying the back upholstery cover The adjustable back should be checked whenever enter in...

Page 36: ...ing Foldover Back Upholstery 1 Unfasten the two fastening flaps that secure the bottom of the existing back upholstery to the back canes 2 Unfold the top of the back upholstery 3 Lift up on the existing back upholstery and remove from the wheelchair Installing Foldover Back Upholstery 1 Install the new back upholstery onto the back canes 2 Wrap the end of a fastening flap around the back cane 3 In...

Page 37: ...pin on the back cane insert tube in and adjust the back height to one 1 of four 5 heights depending on original back height NOTE Holes numbered from bottom to top for reference only There are no numbers on the back canes 3 Reinstall the fastening flaps onto the back canes NOTE The fastening flap with logo is for the left back cane NOTE Right and left is determined by sitting in the wheelchair 4 Ad...

Page 38: ...seat upholstery 5 Place the wheelchair back onto all four wheels NOTE Right and left is determined by sitting in the wheelchair NOTE The seat upholstery MUST be positioned with the three rear adjusting straps towards the rear of the top crossbar for proper installation NOTE Make sure the rear retaining flap is between the wheelchair frame and the back cane support brackets adjustable backs only 6 ...

Page 39: ...SEAT Part No 1134872 39 Crossfire Series Wheelchairs FIGURE 7 1 Replacing Adjustable Tension Seat Upholstery Fastening Flaps Seat Upholstery Adjuster Straps Rear Wheelchair Frame Top Bar Top Crossbar Anchor Loop ...

Page 40: ... from the wheelchair Quad Release Lift up on the handle of the quad release axle and pull axle and wheel away from the wheelchair 2 Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite rear wheel 3 Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair by reversing STEPS 1 2 WARNING Pull on the rear wheel to make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the quick quad release axle are fully released before operating wheelchair K...

Page 41: ...n page 40 2 Remove existing quick release axle from rear wheel 3 Insert new quad release axle through rear wheel hub 4 Slide locking collar onto quad release axle until it is snug against rear wheel and tighten securely with allen screw 5 Reinstall rear wheel and the quad release axle onto the wheelchair Refer to Removing Installing Rear Wheels on page 40 6 Flip the handle of the quad release axle...

Page 42: ...wise 4 Tighten the locking screw FIGURE 8 4 Adjusting Quad Release Handles 5 Reinstall the rear wheel and quad release axle onto the wheelchair Refer to Removing Installing Rear Wheels on page 40 6 Flip the handle of the quad release axle down to release the detent pin ensuring that the locking pins are fully released 7 Repeat the above procedures until the quad release axle locks correctly Removi...

Page 43: ...ter of the valve stem 3 While carefully holding the tire tube and rim strip to one side hold the allen screws and remove the locknuts that secure the handrim to the rear wheel 4 Remove the existing handrim 5 Install new handrim by reversing STEPS 2 4 WARNING DO NOT inflate tire until it is completely assembled Otherwise injury or damage may result 6 Inflate tire to correct psi rating on the sidewa...

Page 44: ...ipper on page 60 Adjusting Wheelbase Length Adjusting Center of Gravity WARNING ALWAYS perform this procedure in the presence of an assistant The position of the footrest camber tube back angle the tautness of the back upholstery as well as the user s condition are directly related to the wheelchairs stability Any change to one or any combination of the five may cause the wheelchair to decrease in...

Page 45: ... REAR OF THE WHEELCHAIR NOTE Chamber tube mounting bracket shown in forward most position Front of Wheelchair NOTE Chamber tube mounting bracket shown in rear most position Rear of Wheelchair Mounting Positions Socket Screws Mounting Positions Socket Screws Mounting Positions Socket Screws Mounting Positions Socket Screws Mounting Positions Socket Screws Mounting Positions Socket Screws Rear Wheel...

Page 46: ...rear wheels Refer to Removing Installing Rear Wheels on page 40 FIGURE 8 7 Repositioning the Chamber Tube Mounting Brackets Repositioning the Chamber Tube Mounting Bracket Socket Screws CAUTION When reinstalling the two socket screws ensure one empty mounting position remains between the two socket screws NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 8 8 1 Remove the rear wheels Refer to Removing Instal...

Page 47: ... Chamber Tube Mounting Bracket Direction NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 8 9 1 Remove the rear wheels 2 Remove the four socket screws washers and locking washers that secure the two chamber tube mounting bracket to the chamber tube supports 3 Rotate the chamber tube so that the chamber tube mounting bracket faces the opposite direction 4 Align the desires mounting positions of the chamber ...

Page 48: ... decrease the wheelbase width 3 Count the number of threads showing on the axle bolt NOTE The number of threads showing on the axle bolt should be equal on both sides of the wheelchair Otherwise wheelchairperformance may be affected 4 Repeat STEPS 2 3 for the opposite axle nut and axle bolt 5 Install the rear wheels Refer to Removing Installing Rear Wheels on page 40 FIGURE 8 10 Adjusting Wheelbas...

Page 49: ...r to Removing Installing Rear Wheels on page 40 2 Loosen the two socket screws securing chamber tube to the two chamber tube mounting brackets 3 Slide the chamber tube from the chamber tube mounting brackets Installing the Chamber Tube 1 Insert the chamber tube into the chamber tube mounting brackets 2 Center the camber tube in the chamber tube mounting brackets 3 Loosen the two socket screws secu...

Page 50: ...elchair to determine left or right 1 Loosen but DO NOT remove the four socket screws chamber tube clamps 2 Using an L square rotate the axle tube until the flat edge of the camber tube is at a 90 angle with the ground floor 3 Securely tighten the four socket screws chamber tube clamps 4 Determine the toe in toe out of the wheelchair Refer to Adjusting Wheelbase Length Adjusting Center of Gravity o...

Page 51: ...for maximum rollability one of two conditions exists If the back centerline measurement of the rear wheels is SMALLER than the front centerline measurement of the rear wheels a TOE OUT condition exists FIGURE 8 13 If the back centerline measurement of the rear wheels is LARGER than the front centerline measurement of the rear wheels a TOE IN condition exists FIGURE 8 13 4 If the difference between...

Page 52: ...edom of caster swing Detail A Suspension Fork Detail B a Refer to Removing the Elastomer on page 56 to remove the elastomer and suspension fork bottom to access the locknut b Adjust locknut according to freedom of caster swing c Refer to Installing the Elastomer on page 56 to secure the suspension fork top to the elastomer and suspension fork bottom 3 Test wheelchair for maneuverability 4 If neces...

Page 53: ...ork 2 Remove the caster from the fork Installing Front Caster 1 Using the mounting bolt axle spacers and locknut secure the caster to the desired caster mounting position FIGURE 8 15 Removing Installing Repositi oning the Caster Assemblies Standard Forks Suspension Forks NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 8 16 Removing the Caster NOTE One mounting screw will not turn 1 Using two allen wrenche...

Page 54: ...ng the Caster Assemblies Suspension Forks Removing Installing the Fork Assembly NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 8 17 NOTE If replacing a fork note the mounting position of the existing front caster for installation of the new fork Removing Fork Assembly 1 Remove the front caster from the fork Refer to Removing Front Caster on page 53 2 Perform one of the following Standard Forks Remove loc...

Page 55: ...spension fork top to the fork stem b Refer to Installing the Elastomer on page 56 secure the suspension fork top to the elastomer and suspension fork bottom 2 Install the front caster Refer to Installing Front Caster on page 53 FIGURE 8 17 Removing Installing the Fork Assembly Fork Stem Locknut Spacer Fork Washer DETAIL B SUSPENSION FORK Spacer Suspension Fork Top Washer Locknut Suspension Fork Bo...

Page 56: ...stomer Installing the Elastomer NOTE Make sure the elastomer sits in the two recessed areas on the fork 1 Position the new elastomer between the suspension fork top and suspension fork bottom 2 Align the mounting holes in the suspension fork top and suspension fork bottom 3 Using the threaded bushing and mounting screw secure the suspension fork top and suspension fork bottom DO NOT use excessive ...

Page 57: ...nting screws and remove the existing wheel lock from the wheelchair 2 Using the two mounting screws install the new wheel lock Securely tighten Adjusting the Wheel Lock 1 Engage the wheel locks NOTE Any wheel lock adjustment should embed the wheel lock shoe at least 3 16 inch into the pneumatic tire 1 8 inch for urethane wheels when engaged 2 If necessary loosen the two mounting screws that secure...

Page 58: ...sitions on the wheel lock 4 Using the front handle mounting screw and locknut secure the handle to the wheel lock 5 Securely tighten the front and rear handle mounting screws and locknuts 6 Repeat STEPS 1 5 on remaining wheel lock handle FIGURE 9 2 Changing Wheel Lock Handle Position 3 16 inch 1 8 inch Tire Wheel Lock Shoe Mounting Screws Wheel Lock Wheel Lock Under Mount Wheel Lock Push to Lock o...

Page 59: ...e wheel refer to Adjusting the Wheel Lock on page 57 Converting From Pull to Lock to Push to Lock 1 Remove set screw from the upper stop position Detail B NOTE As the wheel lock handle is pulled upwards the wheel lock will engage and then disengage the wheel 2 Pull wheel lock handle up to access the lower stop position Detail A 3 Install set screw into lower stop position 4 Push wheel lock handle ...

Page 60: ...s are adjusted to the same height NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 10 1 NOTE To ensure the correct model anti tipper is used refer to FIGURE 10 1 Measurements for anti tippers are approximate and are taken using the top adjustment hole on the anti tipper Detail A Adjusting Anti tipper WARNING When anti tippers are used anti tippers MUST be adjusted to maintain a 1 1 2 to 2 inch clearance be...

Page 61: ...et and remove the anti tipper from the anti tipper socket 2 Insert the new anti tipper into the anti tipper socket until release button engages 3 Press in the release button on the anti tipper bar and install the anti tipper wheels onto the new anti tipper bar 4 Repeat STEPS 1 3 for the opposite anti tipper 5 Measure the distance between the bottom of the anti tipper wheels and the ground floor 6 ...

Page 62: ...Crossfire Series Wheelchairs 62 Part No 1134872 NOTES ...

Page 63: ... address on the back page Provide dealer s name address date of purchase indicate nature of the defect and if the product is serialized indicate the serial number Do not return products to our factory without our prior consent LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED PRODUCTS IF THE SERIAL NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO NEGLIGEN...

Page 64: ...demarks of Invacare Corporation Crossfire is a trademark of the Invacare Corporation KIK is a registered trademark of KIK Technology Inc Natural Fit is a registered trademark of Three Rivers Spinergy is a registered trademark of Spinergy Inc 3 in 1 oil is a registered trademark of American Home Products Corporation WD 40 is a registered trademark of WD 40 Company Loctite 242 is a trademark of the ...

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