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Part No. 1110547

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Tracer® EXI

REAR WHEELS

SECTION 6

Section 6 - Rear Wheels includes the following:
Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels
Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim
Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all

attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may

occur.

REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS

WARNING

If changing the size of the rear wheel or a change in the SEAT-TO-

FLOOR HEIGHT

 

is desired, this procedure MUST be performed by a

qualified technician.
Make sure both rear wheels are the same size and are installed into the

same respective mounting hole BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise

injury may occur.

PERMANENT AXLES (FIGURE 1)

NOTE: If replacing the same size rear wheel, note the  mounting position on the wheelchair frame

for proper reinstallation of the NEW rear wheel.

1. Remove the dust cap (SA Frame ONLY), hex screw, washer (SA Frame ONLY),

spacer (if installed) and locknut that secure the rear wheel to the wheelchair frame.

NOTE: The spacer is used on wheelchairs with removable arms ONLY.

2. Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite rear wheel.
3. To reinstall the rear wheel(s) onto the wheelchair, reverse STEPS 1-2. Torque

locknut to 40 FT-LBS.

4. Adjust wheel locks. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT

 

in SECTION 8

 

of this

manual.

REAR WHEELS

FIGURE 1 - REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS  -

PERMANENT AXLES

Locknut

Dust Cap

(SA Frame ONLY)

Axle Mounting Hole

Rear Wheel

Hex Screw

Spacer (Wheelchairs with

Removable Arms ONLY)

Wheelchair

Frame

Washer

(SA Frame ONLY)

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Страница 1: ...THIS WHEELCHAIR READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Owner s Operator And Maintenance Manual Tracer EXI R For more information regarding Invacare products parts and services please visit www invacare com All manuals and user guides at all guides com a l l g u i d e s c o m ...

Страница 2: ...UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND 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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Страница 3: ...OTREST 21 FOOTREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 22 RAISING LOWERING THE ELEVATING LEGREST ASSEMBLY 24 HEEL LOOP REPLACEMENT 24 SECTION 4 ARMS 26 REMOVING AND INSTALLING ARMREST 26 SECTION 5 SEAT AND BACK 27 REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY 27 REPLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY 27 ADJUSTING THE SEAT WIDTH 28 SECTION 6 REAR WHEELS 31 REMOVING INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS 31 REPLACING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM 32 REPLACING REPAIRING RE...

Страница 4: ...OCKS 35 INSTALLING ADJUSTING THE ANTI TIPPERS 35 WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT 37 SECTION 9 SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT 39 CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT 39 SECTION 10 OPTIONS 41 INSTALLING THE SEAT POSITIONING STRAP 41 NOTES 42 LIMITED WARRANTY 43 All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Страница 5: ...T 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 transportation and use be made of the restraints made...

Страница 6: ...tener which runs through mounting bracket and frame 2 Slide clamp 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 mounting bracket in desired location and recheck lock shoe embedding 4 Inspect for correct locking action BEFORE actual use 00078X021 0394 LABE...

Страница 7: ...num Wheel Locks Push to Lock Adult Pull to Lock Hemi Caster Size 6x1 inch Urethane N A FF Frame 8x1 inch Solid Rubber 8x1 1 4 inch Pneumatic or Pneumatic Flat Free Insert Upholstery Vinyl Midnight Blue or Black Weight approx SA Frame Permanent Arm 36 pounds Removable Arm 36 pounds FF Frame 37 pounds Shipping Weight approx SA Frame Permanent Arm 45 1 2 pounds Removable Arm 45 1 2 pounds FF Frame 46...

Страница 8: ...aster position These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician Anti tippers are specific to the different seat to floor heights Refer to the chart in INSTALLING ADJUSTING THE ANTI TIPPERS in SECTION 8 of this manual for correct usage and adjustment If these requirements cannot be achieved do not use the wheelchair Contact a qualified technician If changing the seat to floor height th...

Страница 9: ...air DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless the wheelchair is fully open DO NOT TRAVERSE CLIMB or GO DOWN ramps or slopes greater than 9 DO NOT operate on roads streets or highways 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 tip over and cause bodily harm to you or damage to...

Страница 10: ...RAL GUIDELINES WARNING CONTINUED Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance Turn both casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto When transferring to and from the wheelchair ALWAYS ENGAGE BOTH WHEEL LOCKS DO NOT use parts accessories or adapters other than those authorized by Invacare DO NOT attempt to lift th...

Страница 11: ... without the Seat Chest Positioning Strap Invacare strongly recommends ordering the Seat Chest Positioning Strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair you must at all times maintain proper balance Your wheelchair has been designed to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities as long as you do not move beyond th...

Страница 12: ...ou have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees The size position of the front casters size position of the rear wheels use of anti tipper model as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one 1 or any combination of the six 6 may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments...

Страница 13: ...t Point front casters forward to create the longest possible wheelbase Reach back only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position TIPPING WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance When tipping the wheelchair an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non removable non detachable part Inform the wheelchair occupant before tipping the wheel chair ...

Страница 14: ...eteriorated This method requires two 2 assistants The second assistant should be positioned at the front of the wheelchair lifting upward on a non removable non detachable part of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheel chair is being lowered to the ground The first assistant should stand on the sidewalk and turn the wheelchair so that the rea...

Страница 15: ...if possible the user be removed from the wheelchair prior to moving Invacare recommends using two 2 assistants and making thorough preparations Make sure to use ONLY secure non detachable parts for hand held supports Follow this procedure for moving the wheelchair between floors when an eleva tor is NOT available 1 If necessary rotate the anti tippers so the wheels are facing up 2 After the wheelc...

Страница 16: ... attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair every 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 CAUTION When transferring position yourself as far back as possible in the seat This will help prevent broken screws damaged upholstery an...

Страница 17: ...e of the seat upholstery at the front and back edge and lift up 4 Continue to close the wheelchair by grasping the back cane furthest from you and pulling the armrest towards you NOTE If wheelchair is equipped with carry straps the wheelchair may be closed by pulling up on the straps FOLDING UNFOLDING SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES Press DOWN On Seat Rail All manuals and user guid...

Страница 18: ...easy to engage X X Wheel locks prevent wheelchair from moving when engaged X X SEAT AND BACK Inspect upholstery for rips or sagging X X Inspect for loose or broken hardware X X Inspect cane hand grips for wear looseness deterioration X X TIRES Inspect for flat spots cracks and wear X X If pneumatic tires check for proper inflation X X CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be chec...

Страница 19: ...tions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm 2 If tires are pneumatic recommended tire pressure is listed on the sidewall of the tire CAUTION As with any vehicle the rear wheels casters and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced if damaged 3 The rear wheels casters and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be repla...

Страница 20: ...or hand grip areas use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water Verify that grips are dry prior to use Use of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in the hand grips sliding off the cane assembly Failure to observe this warning may result in injury to the user or bystanders 7 Hand grips should be checked monthly for wear looseness Clean if desired 8 Check upholstery for s...

Страница 21: ...stall the hinge plates on the front rigging assembly onto the hinge pins on the wheelchair frame 3 Push the front rigging assembly to wards the inside of the wheelchair until it locks into place NOTE The footplate will be on the inside of the wheelchair when locked in place 4 Repeat this procedure for the other footplate assembly 5 To release the front rigging push the front rigging release lever ...

Страница 22: ... the other footplate if necessary 7 Reinstall the swingaway front rigging assembly Refer to INSTALLING RE MOVING THE FRONT RIGGING in this section of the manual BOLT IN PLACE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT FIGURE 3 NOTE This procedure applies to the swingaway footrests and swingaway elevating legrest 1 Remove the swingaway front rigging Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING THE FRONT RIGGINGS in this section of the man...

Страница 23: ...TSIDE OF SWINGAWAY FRONT RIGGING Riv Nut INSIDE OF SWINGAWAY FRONT RIGGING Button Head Screw Footplate Assembly Front Rigging Support Cam Lock Lever Adjustment Hole NOTE Swingaway footrests shown Riv Nut Button Head Screw Footplate Assembly Front Rigging Support Adjustment Hole FIXED FRAME FIGURE 4 1 Remove impact guards and or calf strap if necessary 2 Loosen but do not remove the bolt and locknu...

Страница 24: ...slide tube 6 Install the mounting screw spacer and locknut to secure the heel loop to the footplate Tighten until the spacer is secure RAISING LOWERING THE ELEVATING LEGREST ASSEMBLY FIGURE 5 WARNING Ensure hands and fingers are clear of elevating legrest mechanism BEFORE pushing release lever to lower the elevating legrest Otherwise injury may occur due to pinch points The wheelchair user s leg M...

Страница 25: ...NG BUTTONS 7 Insert the lower footrest assembly into the upper footrest assembly to desired height 8 Perform one 1 of the following as shown in DETAIL A of FIGURE 6 A FOOTPLATES WITH SPRING BUTTONS Ensure that the release buttons fully protrude from holes on both sides of the upper footrest support B BOLT IN PLACE FOOTPLATES From the outside of the swingaway front rigging insert the riv nut throug...

Страница 26: ...sockets NOTE This step is needed to prevent the release buttons from hanging up on sockets 2 Unlockthereararmrestbyrotatingthearmrestreleaselevertowardstheinsideofthewheelchair 3 Press IN the armrest release button at the front of the armrest 4 While pressing in the armrest release button remove the armrest from the arm sockets by pulling straight up INSTALLING ARMREST NOTE Rear armrest release le...

Страница 27: ...ck canes 3 Securely tighten the new back upholstery to the back canes with the phillips screws and washers FIGURE 1 REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY Phillips Screws Washers Washers Back Upholstery REPLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY FIGURE 2 1 Remove the eight 8 phillips screws and washers that secure the existing seat upholstery to the crossbraces 2 Remove the existing seat upholstery from the crossbraces 3 Ensur...

Страница 28: ...mbling the NEW crossbraces See DETAIL B 5 Assemble the two 2 NEW crossbraces together with the existing hex screw coved washers washers and locknut Securely tighten Refer to DETAIL B for hardware orientation 6 Determine the correct pivot link and mounting hole to use with the desired seat width See chart below 16 INCH 18 INCH 20 INCH 16 Inch 18 Inch DO NOT USE 20 Inch DO NOT USE 7 Secure the pivot...

Страница 29: ...ce Saddle STEPS 3 8 Locknut STEPS 3 8 Pivot Link STEPS 2 7 Locknut STEPS 2 7 Locknut STEPS 2 7 Button Screw STEPS 2 7 Wheelchair Frame Locknut STEPS 2 7 Button Screw STEPS 2 7 DETAIL A Button Screw STEPS 2 7 Hex Screw Washer Coved Washers Locknut Washer Coved Washers Washer Coved Washer DETAIL B CROSSBRACE HARDWARE STEPS 4 5 Crossbraces SECTION 5 SEAT AND BACK SEAT AND BACK All manuals and user gu...

Страница 30: ...existing crossbraces together Removing Upper Mounting Hardware DETAIL B 1 While pushing down on the rear seat guide pull up the front seat guide until the front seat guide releases from the wheelchair frame 2 Pull the crossbrace away from the rear seat guide 3 Repeat STEPS 1 2 for opposite crossbrace 4 Reverse STEPS 1 3 to assemble the upper mounting hardware 5 Reverse STEPS 1 4 in REMOVING LOWER ...

Страница 31: ...occur PERMANENT AXLES FIGURE 1 NOTE If replacing the same size rear wheel note the mounting position on the wheelchair frame for proper reinstallation of the NEW rear wheel 1 Remove the dust cap SA Frame ONLY hex screw washer SA Frame ONLY spacer if installed and locknut that secure the rear wheel to the wheelchair frame NOTE The spacer is used on wheelchairs with removable arms ONLY 2 Repeat STEP...

Страница 32: ...ir Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS in this section of the manual 6 Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel if necessary REPLACING REPAIRING REAR WHEEL TIRE TUBE WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING Replacement of rear wheel tire or tube MUST be performed by a quali fied technician CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks an...

Страница 33: ...ocknut and nylon washer that secures the fork to the caster headtube 3 Drop the front caster and fork out of the caster headtube NOTE If caster replacement is desired refer to REPLACING FRONT CASTERS in this section of the manual 4 Slide in the new fork assembly 5 Reassemble by reversing STEPS 1 3 6 Repeat STEPS 1 5 for the opposite fork assembly 7 Adjust the forks Refer to ADJUSTING FORKS in this...

Страница 34: ...ont caster 1 Remove the hex screw washers and locknut that secure the front caster to the fork NOTE Washers are only used with 6 and 8 inch casters with precision bearings 2 To reinstall the new front caster onto the fork reverse STEP 1 REPLACING REPAIRING FRONT CASTER TIRE TUBE WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING Replacement of front caster tire or tube MUST be performed by a quali fied techn...

Страница 35: ...pers MUST be attached at all times Inasmuch as the anti tippers are an option for this wheelchair You may order with or with out the anti tippers Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti tippers as a safeguard for the wheelchair user Anti tippers MUST be fully engaged and release buttons fully protruding out of adjustment holes Ensure both anti tippers are adjusted to the same mounting hole ...

Страница 36: ...ippers Refer to ADJUSTING THE ANTI TIPPERS in this section of the manual ADJUSTING THE ANTI TIPPERS FIGURE 3 NOTE A 1 1 2 to 2 inch clearance between the bottom of the anti tipper wheels and the ground floor MUST be maintained at all times 1 Place the wheelchair on a flat surface NOTE If adjusting anti tippers on recliner mod els ensure back canes are in the upright posi tion BEFORE making adjustm...

Страница 37: ...WHEEL LOCKS FIGURE 4 NOTE If wheels are pneumatic before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock assemblies ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended psi on the side wall of tire The recommended tire pressure is located on the side wall of the tire 1 Disengage the wheel locks 2 Loosen the bolt and locknut that secure the wheel lock to the wheelchair frame 3 Reposition the wheel lock so t...

Страница 38: ...eelchair is held in place when pushed WARNING If wheel locks do not hold the occu pied wheelchair in place contact a qualified technician other wise injury or damage may occur FIGURE 4 ADJUSTING THE PATIENT OPERATED WHEEL LOCKS DETAIL A WHEEL LOCK SHOE ENGAGEMENT 1 8 inch 3 16 inch pneumatic tires Tire Wheel Lock Shoe Wheel Lock Handle Bolt and Locknut Mounting Positions Wheel Lock Shoe Rear Wheel...

Страница 39: ... casters forks and rear wheels for the desired obtainable seat to floor height 2 Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS in SECTION 6 of this manual 3 If necessary replace the front casters and forks with the casters and forks indicated in the chart Refer to REPLACING FRONT CASTERS and INSTALLING REPLAC ING FORK ASSEMBLIES in SECTION 7 of this manual...

Страница 40: ... POSITION 15 1 2 TOP 20 inch TOP 16 1 2 MIDDLE 22 inch TOP 17 1 2 BOTTOM 24 inch TOP 17 1 2 BOTTOM 20 inch BOTTOM 8 INCH FRONT CASTERS SEAT TO FLOOR FRONT CASTER REAR REAR WHEEL HEIGHT MOUNTING WHEEL MOUNTING in inches POSITION SIZE POSITION 17 1 2 TOP 20 inch BOTTOM 17 1 2 TOP 24 inch TOP 18 1 2 MIDDLE 22 inch BOTTOM 19 1 2 BOTTOM 24 inch BOTTOM NOTE 6 inch and 8 inch front casters require differ...

Страница 41: ...th or without the seat restraint Invacare strongly recommends ordering the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP as an additional safeguard for the wheel chair user 1 Remove the bottom back upholstery screw from the wheelchair 2 Position the seat positioning strap half between the back cane and back upholstery 3 Secure the back upholstery and seat positioning strap to the wheelchair with the existing back uphols...

Страница 42: ...Tracer EXI 42 Part No 1110547 NOTES NOTES NOTES NOTES NOTES NOTES NOTES All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Страница 43: ...erialized 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 NEGLIGENCE ACCIDENT IMPROPER OPERATION MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT INVACARE S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT INCLUDING B...

Страница 44: ...A Mississauga Ontario trademarks of Invacare Corporation 44036 2125 L4Z 4G4 Canada Yes you can is a trademark of Invacare 800 333 6900 800 668 5324 Corporation Teflon is a registered trademark of E I Du Pont De Nemours and Company 2002 Invacare Corporation PartNo 1110547 Rev B 07 03 MADE IN MEXICO All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

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