Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Top End Paul Schulte Signature BB Invacare
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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.
Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 2 Part No 1114851 WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANU AL.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No 1114851 3 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs TABLE OF CONTENTS REGISTER YOUR PR ODUCT ............................................................... 6 SPECIAL NOTES ......................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 4 Part No 1114851 TABLE OF CONTENTS Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery ........ ................................................................... .................. ......32 The Adjustable Tension St raps .
TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No 1114851 5 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs TABLE OF CONTENTS Adjusting Transformer Seat Height ........... ................................................................................... ........60 Adjusting Front Seat Hei ght .
REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT 6 Part No 1114851 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT The benefits of registering: 1. Safeguard your investment. 2. Ensure long term maintenance an d servicing of your purchase. 3. Receive updates with produ ct information, maintenance tips, and industry news.
Part No 1114851 7 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs Name _______________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________ City ___________________ State/Province __________ Zip/Postal Code ________ Email ___________________________________ Phone No.
Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 8 Part No 1114851 Fold here Fold here Cut Along Line Invacare Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing.
SPECIAL NOTES Part No 1114851 9 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are use d in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage.
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 10 Part No 1114851 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS NOTE: All specifications are appr oximate. NOTE: 15 x 15 ‐ inch seat, re ar wheels an d minimal options are included in the weight.
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Part No 1114851 11 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs NOTE: All specifications are appr oximate. NOTE: 15 x 15 ‐ inch seat, re ar wheels an d minimal options are included in the weight.
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 12 Part No 1114851 NOTE: All specifications are appr oximate. NOTE: 15 x 15 ‐ inch seat, re ar wheels an d minimal options are included in the weight.
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Part No 1114851 13 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs NOTE: All specifications are appr oximate. NOTE: 15 x 15 ‐ inch seat, re ar wheels an d minimal options are included in the weight.
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 14 Part No 1114851 NOTE: All specifications are appr oximate. NOTE: 15 x 15 ‐ inch seat, re ar wheels an d minimal options are included in the weight.
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No 1114851 15 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELIN ES contai ns important inform ation for the safe operation and use of this product.
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 16 Part No 1114851 DO NOT shift yo u r wei gh t or sitting position tow ard the direction yo u are reaching as the wheelchair may tip over .
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No 1114851 17 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs DO NOT use the footplate as a plat form when getting in or out of the wheelchair .
SECTION 2—SAFE HANDLING Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 18 Part No 1114851 SECTION 2—SAFE HANDLING “Safety and Handling” of the wheelchair requires the close atte ntion of the wheelchair user as wel l as the assistant.
SECTION 2—SAFE HANDLING Part No 1114851 19 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs Coping with Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of ev eryday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by learning how to manage yo u r wheelchair .
SECTION 2—SAFE HANDLING Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 20 Part No 1114851 Proper positioning is essential for your safety .
SECTION 2—SAFE HANDLING Part No 1114851 21 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs Tipping WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occupant.
SECTION 2—SAFE HANDLING Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 22 Part No 1114851 WARNING When lowering the front casters of th e wheelchair, DO NO T let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This coul d result in injury to the occupant and/or damage to the wheelchair.
SECTION 2—SAFE HANDLING Part No 1114851 23 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs 3. The second assistant, with a firm hold on a non ‐ detachable part .
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 24 Part No 1114851 SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION NOTE: Every six months, take your wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thor ough inspection and servicing.
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION Part No 1114851 25 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs ❑ Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster; caster should come to a gradual stop.
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 26 Part No 1114851 CAUTION As with any vehicle, the whee ls and tires should be chec ked periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced if damaged. ❑ Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wob b le s noticeably or binds to a stop.
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION Part No 1114851 27 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs Maintenance Maintenance Safety Precautions WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may occur.
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 28 Part No 1114851 6. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels.
SECTION 4—BACK Part No 1114851 29 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs SECTION 4—BACK WARNING ALWAYS perform these procedures in the pre sence of an assistan t.
SECTION 4—BACK Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 30 Part No 1114851 1. Loosen, but DO NOT remove the locknu ts and hex screws that secure the back angle bracket to the seat rail and the back cane.
SECTION 4—BACK Part No 1114851 31 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs Removing/Installing Foldover Back Upholstery WARNING The position of the footrest, seat angl e, back angl e, seating sys.
SECTION 4—BACK Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 32 Part No 1114851 Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery WARNING The position of the footrest, seat angl e, back angl e, seating system/upholste.
SECTION 4—BACK Part No 1114851 33 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs 5. Stand behind the wheelchair and perform the following: A.
SECTION 4—BACK Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 34 Part No 1114851 *NOTE: Holes numbere d fr om bottom to top for ref e re n c e only . (Ther e are no numbers on the back canes.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Part No 1114851 35 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs SECTION 5—WHEELS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachi ng hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may result.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 36 Part No 1114851 Adjusting Quick-Release Axles NOTE: For this proced ure, ref er to FIGURE 5.2. 1. Remove rear wheel and quick ‐ release axle from the wheelchair .
SECTION 5—WHEELS Part No 1114851 37 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs 7. If detent pin does not fully release, proceed to Adjusting Quad ‐ Release Handles on page 37. 8. Repeat STEPS 1 ‐ 7 for the opposite rear wheel.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 38 Part No 1114851 Handrim Replacement NOTE: For this proced ure, ref er to FIGURE 5.5. 1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair . Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 35.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Part No 1114851 39 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs NOTE: If r eplacing rea r wheels with a different size than what was origi.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 40 Part No 1114851 FIGURE 5.6 Opening/Closing Camber Clamps Side View of Quick Release Lever Camber Clamp Closed Position Open Position Quick R.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Part No 1114851 41 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs Adjusting Rear Wheel Camber NOTE: For this proced ure, ref er to FIGURE 5.7. Camber Tube 2000 The axle tube must be replaced to change the camber .
SECTION 5—WHEELS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 42 Part No 1114851 WARNING STANDARD AND SUSPENSION CAMBER CLAMPS - Make sure the hex screws are securely ti ghtened before using the wheelchair, othe rwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair ma y occur.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Part No 1114851 43 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs FIGURE 5.8 Determining Toe In/Toe Out - Meas uring Centerlines of Rear Wheels Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out Camber Tube 2000 NOTE: For this proced ure, ref er to FIGURE 5.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 44 Part No 1114851 A4 Camber System Course Adjustment NOTE: For this proced ure, ref er to FIGURE 5.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Part No 1114851 45 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs FIGURE 5.10 Adj usting Toe In/Toe Out - A4 Camb er System - Co urse Adjustment NOTE: DO NOT tighten the phillips scr ew on the other adjustment ring at this time.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 46 Part No 1114851 WARNING STANDARD AND SUSPENSION CAMBER CLAMPS - Make sure the hex screws are securely ti ghtened before using the wheelchair, othe rwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair ma y occur.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Part No 1114851 47 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs NOTE: The camber bar is always mounted to the BOTTOM of the wheelchair frame.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 48 Part No 1114851 Adjusting Wheelbase Width NOTE: Perform this procedur e on one side of the wheelchair at a time for ease of adjustment.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Part No 1114851 49 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs WARNING QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Make sure th e qu ick release leve rs are pointing towards the rear of the wheel chair and are in the closed position before using the wheelchair, otherwise person al injury or damage to the wheelchair may occur.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 50 Part No 1114851 NOTE: A4 Camber System Only ‐ Make sur e the notches in the axle tube .
SECTION 5—WHEELS Part No 1114851 51 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs FIGURE 5.15 Replacing Axle Tube Adjusting the Axle Tube WARNING QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Make sure the qu ick release leve rs are in the closed position before using the w h eelchair, otherwise injury or damage to the wheelchair may occur.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 52 Part No 1114851 Camber Tube 2000 NOTE: For this proced ure, ref er to FIGURE 5.16. 1. If necessary , open both camber clamps. Refer to Opening/Closing Camber Clamps on page 39.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Part No 1114851 53 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs 10. Reposition the camber inserts to the highest degree of camber . Refer to Adjusting Rear Wheel Camber on page 41.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 54 Part No 1114851 Replacing/Adjusting Casters CAUTION Changing the size/type of and/or repositioning the fr ont casters can affect t he per- formance of the wheelchair . Contact Invacare at the telephone numbers on the back of this manual before performing this procedure.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Part No 1114851 55 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs FIGURE 5.18 Replacing/Adjusting Casters Adjusting Front Caster Height CAUTION Changing the height of the front/casters can affect the performance of the wheel- chair. Contact Invaca re at the telephone numbers on the back of this manual before performing this procedure.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 56 Part No 1114851 Wheel Lock Adjustment/Replacement NOTE: For this proced ure, ref er to FIGURE 5.20. NOTE: Invacar e rec om me n ds low mount wheels locks when engaging in any contact sport.
SECTION 5—WHEELS Part No 1114851 57 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs FIGURE 5.20 Wheel Lock Adjustment/Replacement Front Rear Wheelchair Frame Low Mount Wheel Lock Wheel Lock Shoe Hex Screws Wheelchair Frame Wheel Lock Shoe High Mount Wheel Lock NOTE: Rear wheel not shown for cl arity .
SECTION 6—SEAT Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 58 Part No 1114851 SECTION 6—SEAT WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may occur.
SECTION 6—SEAT Part No 1114851 59 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs FIGURE 6.1 Replacing Adjustable Te nsion Seat Upholstery Replacing Screw-On Seat Upholstery NOTE: For this proced ure, ref er to FIGURE 6.2. 1. Remove the seat cushion from the wheelchair .
SECTION 6—SEAT Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 60 Part No 1114851 Adjusting Transformer Seat Height NOTE: For this proced ure, ref er to FIGURE 6.
SECTION 6—SEAT Part No 1114851 61 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs FIGURE 6.3 Adjusting Transformer S eat Height DETAIL “A” - FRONT VI EW Wheelchair Frame Footrest Tubing Coved Washer Mou.
SECTION 7—FOOTREST/ ANTI-TIPPER Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 62 Part No 1114851 SECTION 7—FOOTREST/ ANTI-TIPPER WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may occur.
SECTION 7—FOOTREST/ ANTI-TIPPER Part No 1114851 63 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs Installing/Adjusting Optional Clamp on Raised Footrest NOTE: For this proced ure, ref er to FIGURE 7.2. NOTE: This procedur e is for T erminator Everyday (ED) wheelchairs ONLY .
SECTION 7—FOOTREST/ ANTI-TIPPER Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 64 Part No 1114851 FIGURE 7.3 Replacing/Adjusting Optional A4 Footrest Adjusting Footplate Angle 1.
SECTION 7—FOOTREST/ ANTI-TIPPER Part No 1114851 65 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs Adjusting the X-terminator and Transformer Footrests NOTE: For this proced ure, ref er to FIGURE 7.4 and FIGURE 7.5. Depth 1. Remove the four allen screws from the footrest and blocks.
SECTION 7—FOOTREST/ ANTI-TIPPER Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 66 Part No 1114851 FIGURE 7.5 Adjusting the X-terminator and Transf ormer Footrests - Transformer Height Adjusting/Replacing Anti-tipper WARNING Anti-tippers MUST be attached at all times.
SECTION 7—FOOTREST/ ANTI-TIPPER Part No 1114851 67 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs Adjusting Anti-tipper WARNING When anti-tippers are used, anti-tippers MUST be adjusted to maintain a 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheel s and the ground/ floor.
SECTION 7—FOOTREST/ ANTI-TIPPER Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 68 Part No 1114851 FIGURE 7.1 Adjusting/Replacing Anti-tipper Installing/Removing/Adjusting Swivel Anti-Tip NOTE: For this proced ure, ref er to FIGURE 7.2.
SECTION 7—FOOTREST/ ANTI-TIPPER Part No 1114851 69 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs Adjusting Height NOTE: For this proced ure, ref er to FIGURE 7.2. All Wheelchairs with Swivel Anti-tip Ex cept Paul Schulte Si gnature BB and T-5 Tennis Elite Models 1.
SECTION 8—SUSPENSION Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 70 Part No 1114851 SECTION 8—SUSPENSION WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before us e, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may occur.
SECTION 8—SUSPENSION Part No 1114851 71 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs FIGURE 8.1 Replacing Rear Elastomers Replacing Front Elastomers CAUTION DO NOT use excessive force when remo ving/installing the threaded sleeve from/onto the fork. Da mage to the threaded sleeve may occur.
SECTION 8—SUSPENSION Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 72 Part No 1114851 WARNING Use Loctite 242™ when reinst alling the mounting screw in to the threaded sleeve, otherwise the fork can beco me disassembled. Possible injury or damage could occur.
SECTION 9—WING/BUMPER Part No 1114851 73 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs SECTION 9—WING/BUMPER WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachi ng hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may occur.
SECTION 9—WING/BUMPER Everyday and Sport Series Wheelchairs 74 Part No 1114851 NOTES.
LIMITED WARRANTY Part No 1114851 75 Everyday and S port Series Wheelc hairs LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABL E TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products.
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