4 OPERATION
Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
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4.15 Engaging Tilt-In-Space
1.
Place the wheelchair on a level surface.
2.
Engage both wheel locks.
3.
Inform the occupant of the wheelchair that the wheelchair is about to be tilted and remind them to lean back.
4.
Make sure the occupant's hands and body are clear of all pinch points.
5.
Perform one of the following:
A. For Hand Operated Tilt (Detail “A”):
i.
Stand behind the wheelchair and grasp both back canes firmly.
ii.
Pull up on the trigger release levers to release the tilt mechanism from the gear rack.
iii. Slowly, push down on the back canes while pulling up on the trigger release levers in a continuous motion.
iv. When the seat reaches the desired angle, slowly let go of the trigger release levers.
B.
For Foot Operated Tilt (Detail “B”):
i.
Push down on the foot lever to release the tilt mechanism from the gear rack.
ii.
Slowly, push down on the back canes while keeping the foot lever depressed.
iii. When the seat reaches the desired angle, release the foot lever.
WARNING
The Invacare Solara wheelchair MUST be operated by an assistant when in ANY tilted position.
ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable before using the tilt-in-space. Rear wheels may have to be repositioned
rearward depending on the degree of tilt-in-space required. ALWAYS ensure stability before using maximum amount of
tilt-in-space. Test wheelchair before it is occupied by the end user to ensure safety.
DO NOT self propel wheelchair while in the tilted position.
Always engage both wheel locks while using the tilt-in-space.
To lower the seat parallel with the floor, reverse the following procedure..
