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SECTION 8—HAND BRAKES/WHEEL LOCKS

Part No.1125095

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Transport Chairs

Adjusting Cable Adjuster Unit

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.4.

Test the brake with the brake handle. Observe how the brake lever engages the wheel. If 
the tension of the brake handle is still too loose or too tight, adjust using the following 
steps:

1. Ensure brake handle is not locked.

2. Do one of the following:

• To Loosen: Brace the jam nut while turning the adjustment screw clockwise.

• To Tighten: Brace the jam nut while turning the adjustment screw 

counterclockwise.

3. Repeat with other brake.

FIGURE 8.4   

Adjusting Cable Adjuster Unit

Adjusting Wheel Lock

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.5.

1. Loosen the bolt and locknut that secure the wheel lock assembly to the transport chair 

frame.

2. Adjust the position of wheel lock until the measurement between the rear wheel and 

the wheel lock shoe is between 5/32 and 5/16-inches.

3. Securely tighten the bolt and locknut.

4. Engage the wheel lock.

5. Push against the transport chair and determine if the wheel lock engages the wheel 

lock shoe enough to hold the transport chair.

6. Repeat the above procedures until the wheel lock holds the transport chair.

7. Repeat STEPS 1-6 for the opposite wheel lock.

Jam Nut

Brake 
Lever

Adjustment Screw

Содержание Bariatric Transport

Страница 1: ...of this product USER BEFORE using this product read this manual and save for future reference For more information regarding Invacare products parts and services please visit www invacare com Transpor...

Страница 2: ...ND THE WARNINGS CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL DEALER OR A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT PROCEDURES OT...

Страница 3: ...14 Coping with Everyday Obstacles 15 A Note to Transport Chair Assistants 15 Reaching Leaning and Bending Forward 15 Reaching Leaning Backwards 16 Tipping 16 Stairways 17 Folding and Unfolding Transpo...

Страница 4: ...akes 32 Adjusting Brake Handle 32 Adjusting Cable Adjuster Unit 33 Adjusting Wheel Lock 33 LIMITED WARRANTY 35 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT The benefits of registering 1 Safeguard your investment 2 Ensure lo...

Страница 5: ..._____________________________________________ 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 co...

Страница 6: ...Transport Chairs 6 Part No 1125095 Fold here Fold here Cut Along Line Invacare Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing...

Страница 7: ...he Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down systems for transportation of a user while in a transport chair in a moving vehicle of any type It is Invacare s position that users of tr...

Страница 8: ...e for the Invacare transport and the Lite transport NOTE This label is only on the Lite transport IMPORTANT NOTICE The wheel locks on this transport chair have been pre set at the factory to comply wi...

Страница 9: ...mp toward rear wheel until wheel lock shoe is embedded into tire material at least 1 8 when handle is engaged to the lock position 3 16 for pneumatic tires 3 Tighten mounting fastener to secure mounti...

Страница 10: ...TERY Black Nylon WEIGHT APPROXIMATE 26 lbs without front riggings SHIPPING WEIGHT APPROXIMATE 30 lbs without front riggings WEIGHT LIMITATION 250 lbs LIGHTWEIGHT TRANSPORT SEAT WIDTH BETWEEN ARMS 19 i...

Страница 11: ...WEIGHT APPROXIMATE 41 lbs without front riggings SHIPPING WEIGHT APPROXIMATE 45 lbs without front riggings WEIGHT LIMITATION 400 lbs LITE TRANSPORT SEAT WIDTH BETWEEN ARMS 19 inches SEAT DEPTH 18 inc...

Страница 12: ...transport chair ALWAYS check hand grips for looseness before using the transport chair If loose and or worn replace immediately If transport chair is exposed to extreme temperature above 100 F or bel...

Страница 13: ...by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame This could cause damage to the frame tubing ALWAYS keep hands and fingers clear o...

Страница 14: ...dure refer to FIGURE 2 1 To assure stability and proper operation of your transport chair you must at all times maintain proper balance Your transport chair has been designed to remain upright and sta...

Страница 15: ...fting by means of any removable detachable parts of a transport chair may result in injury to the user or damage to the transport chair Always verify that hand grips on the rear cane are secure prior...

Страница 16: ...rt chair as close as possible to the desired object Point front casters forward to create the longest possible wheelbase Reach back only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting po...

Страница 17: ...ard until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb FIGURE 2 4 Tipping Stairways WARNING DO NOT attempt to lift a transport chair by lifting on any removable detachable parts Lifting by means of any r...

Страница 18: ...as the first assistant places one foot on the next stair and repeats STEP 1 3 The transport chair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the transport chair has been rolle...

Страница 19: ...rest and injury may occur NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 2 6 1 Swing the footrest legrest in locked position to the front of the transport chair 2 Pivot the footplates upward to vertical posi...

Страница 20: ...spect seat and back upholstery for rips or sagging Inspect back cane hand grips for wear looseness and or deterioration Inspect for any loose or broken hardware on the transport chair Ensure that ther...

Страница 21: ...lean and free of moisture CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced as necessary Ensure the hand brakes do not interfer...

Страница 22: ...e nuts and bolts are tight B Check all the parts for damage or wear and replace C Check all parts for proper adjustment 2 Periodically check the wheels and tires for cracks and wear Have a qualified t...

Страница 23: ...ool water Verify that grips are dry prior to use The use of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in the hand grips sliding off the cane assembly Failure to observe this warning could r...

Страница 24: ...The footplate will be on the inside of the transport chair when locked in place 4 Repeat this procedure for the other footrest assembly 5 To release the footrest push the footrest release lever inwar...

Страница 25: ...epeat this procedure for the other footrest if necessary 6 Reinstall the swingaway footrest assembly Refer to Installing Swingaway Footrest Assembly on page 24 FIGURE 4 2 Adjusting Footplate Height Fo...

Страница 26: ...wn Unfolding WARNING When unfolding the back ensure all occupant s and or assistant s body parts are away from the folding mechanism Otherwise pinching and injury may occur Make sure the release lever...

Страница 27: ...edure refer to FIGURE 5 3 1 Remove the screws that secure the existing seat upholstery to the crossbraces 2 Remove the existing seat upholstery from the crossbraces 3 Install the new seat upholstery b...

Страница 28: ...this procedure refer to FIGURE 6 1 1 Remove the dust cap if applicable hex screw and locknut that secure the rear wheel and axle spacer to the transport chair 2 Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite rear wh...

Страница 29: ...op the fork out of the caster headtube 5 Slide the new fork into the caster headtube and reassemble by reversing STEPS 1 4 6 Adjust the forks Refer to Adjusting on page 29 7 Repeat STEPS 1 6 for the o...

Страница 30: ...e hex screw washers and locknut that secure the front caster to the fork 2 Install the new front caster onto the transport chair by reversing STEP 1 3 Repeat STEPS 1 2 for the opposite front caster if...

Страница 31: ...reduce the gap distance Turn both casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto When transferring to and from the transport chair ALWAYS engage both wheel locks If the transport chair is e...

Страница 32: ...how the brake lever engages the wheel If the tension of the brake is too loose or too tight adjust using the following steps 1 Loosen the brake handle adjustment nut by turning clockwise 2 Perform on...

Страница 33: ...erclockwise 3 Repeat with other brake FIGURE 8 4 Adjusting Cable Adjuster Unit Adjusting Wheel Lock NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 8 5 1 Loosen the bolt and locknut that secure the wheel lock...

Страница 34: ...Chairs 34 Part No 1125095 FIGURE 8 5 Adjusting Wheel Lock Front of Transport Chair 5 32 and 5 16 inches Rear Wheel Wheel Lock Shoe Wheel Lock Handle NOTE Lightweight Transport wheel lock shown Locked...

Страница 35: ...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 pa...

Страница 36: ...A 44036 2125 800 333 6900 Canada 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 Mississauga Ontario L4Z 4G4 Canada 800 668 5324 Invacare Yes you can and the Medallion Design are registered trademarks of Invacare Corporat...

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