Invacare Mobility Aid F 6 User Manual

Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

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A-6

ADJUSTABLE SEAT ANGLE

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A-6S

ADJUSTABLE SEAT ANGLE WITH SUSPENSION

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F-6

FIXED SEAT ANGLE

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F-6S

FIXED SEAT ANGLE WITH SUSPENSION

DEALER:THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVENTOTHE USER OF

THEWHEELCHAIR.

USER:BEFORE USINGTHISWHEELCHAIR, READTHIS

MANUALAND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECIAL NOTES ...................................................... 4

SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... 5

PROCEDURE 5 - WHEELS ..................................... 31

REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS............. 31

ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLE .................... 31

INSTALLING QUAD-RELEASE AXLE ..................... 32

ADJUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE HANDLE

IN AND/OR OUT ............................................... 32

REMOVINGTHEPLAYFROMTHE

REARWHEELS .................................................. 32

HANDRIMREPLACEMENT ..................................... 33

REPAIRING/REPLACINGREARWHEELTIRE/TUBE ........ 33

WHEELLOCKADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT ........ 33

REPLACING/ADJUSTINGCASTERS ....................... 34

REPLACINGFORKS .............................................. 34

ADJUSTINGCASTERHEIGHT ................................ 35

INSTALLINGQUICK-RELEASECASTERS ............... 35

ADJUSTINGFRONTSEAT-TO-FLOORHEIGHT ........ 36

PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES ................ 6

T C

A O

B N

L T

E E

STABILITY .............................................................. 6

OPERATING INFORMATION ................................... 6

TIRE PRESSURE .................................................... 8

WEIGHT TRAINING ................................................ 8

WEIGHT LIMITATION .............................................. 8

SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS ................ 9

O T

F S

PROCEDURE 2 - SAFETY INSPECTION ................. 13

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST ...................... 13

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 14

MAINTENANCE .................................................... 14

PROCEDURE 3 - UPHOLSTERY ............................. 15

UNFOLDING/FOLDING THE BACK ....................... 15

REMOVING/INSTALLING STANDARD BACK

UPHOLSTERY .................................................. 15

ADJUSTABLE TENSION BACK UPHOLSTERY ...... 16

SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT .................. 16

PROCEDURE 6 - FOOTREST ................................. 42

FOOTREST REPLACEMENT/ADJUSTMENT ........ 42

PROCEDURE 7 - ANTI-TIPPERS ............................. 43

ANTI-TIPPER ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT ...... 43

PROCEDURE 8 - ARMS .......................................... 44

PROCEDURE 4 - FRAME ........................................ 17

BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT -

INSTALLING THE T-ARM SOCKETS ..................... 44

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE T-ARMS ................. 44

ADJUSTING THE T-ARMS .................................... 45

ADJUSTING THE T-ARM TRANSFER ASSISTS

AND/OR SIDE GUARDS.................................... 47

REPLACING THE T-ARM LOCKING LEVER .......... 47

INSTALLING THE HALF ARM SOCKET ................. 48

ADJUSTING HALF ARM HEIGHT .......................... 48

ADJUSTABLE BACKS ONLY ............................. 17

BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT .............................. 18

REPLACING SEAT FRAME - A-6/A-6S ONLY ......... 18

REAR SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT -

A-6/A-6S ONLY.................................................. 19

REPLACING TURNBUCKLE ASSEMBLY -

A-6/A-6S ONLY.................................................. 20

OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS .............................. 20

DETERMINING TOE IN/TOE OUT ......................... 21

ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT .............................. 21

ADJUSTING THE AXLE TUBE ............................... 23

REPOSITIONING CAMBER INSERTS

PROCEDURE 9 - SUSPENSION .............................. 49

ELASTOMERS AND SUSPENSION ....................... 49

REPLACING REAR ELASTOMERS ....................... 49

REPLACING FRONT ELASTOMERS ..................... 49

(ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER) ............. 24

ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH

LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................. 51

(ADJUSTING CENTER OF GRAVITY) ................ 25

ADJUSTING WHEELBASE WIDTH ....................... 26

REPLACING AXLE TUBE ...................................... 27

REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE ....................... 28

REPOSITIONING QUICK RELEASE LEVERS ........ 29

REMOVING/INSTALLING TELESCOPING TUBES .... 30

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SPECIAL NOTES

WARNING/CAUTION notic e s a s use d in this ma nua l a pply to ha za rds or unsa fe pra c tic e s whic h c ould

re sult in pe rsona l injury or prope rty da ma ge .

NOTICE

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

WHEELCHAIR USER

As a ma nufa c ture r of whe e lc ha irs, Inva c a re e nde a vors to supply a wide va rie ty of whe e lc ha irs to

me e t ma ny ne e ds of the e nd use r. Howe ve r, fina l se le c tion of the type of whe e lc ha ir to be use d by a n

individua l re sts sole ly with the use r a nd his/he r he a lthc a re profe ssiona l c a pa ble of ma king suc h a

se le c tion.

WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS

Inva c a re re c omme nds tha t whe e lc ha ir use rs NOT be tra nsporte d in ve hic le s of a ny kind while in whe e l-

c ha irs. As of this da te , the De pa rtme nt of Tra nsporta tion ha s not a pprove d a ny tie -down syste ms for

tra nsporta tion of a use r while in a whe e lc ha ir, in a moving ve hic le of a ny type .

It is Inva c a re ’s position tha t use rs of whe e lc ha irs should be tra nsfe rre d into a ppropria te se a ting in ve -

hicles for tra nsporta tion a nd use be ma de of the restra ints ma de a va ila ble by the a uto industry. Inva ca re

c a nnot a nd doe s not re c omme nd a ny whe e lc ha ir tra nsporta tion syste ms.

AS REGARDS RESTRAINTS - SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS - IT IS THE OBLIGATION OF THE DME DEALER, THERA-

PISTS AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS TO DETERMINE IF A SEATING POSITIONING STRAP IS

REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY THE USER. SERIOUS INJURY CAN

OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM A WHEELCHAIR.

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SPECIFICATIONS

INVACARE A-6/A-6S/F-6/F-6S

Frame Type:

Tapered, "V"

Seat Width:

14 to 20-inches

Camber

✪ Camber Width:

0°

3°

6°

9°

12°

✪ Add the inches listed in the chart to the

Rear Wheel Type:

wheelchair width to obtain the overall width Spoke

width of the wheelchair at the widest point.

6-3/4

12-1/4 14-1/4

Composite

8-1/4 10-1/4 12-1/2 14-1/2

Seat Depth:

14 to 20-inches

Seat-to-Floor (approx.):

Front - 17 to 21-1/2-inches - in 1/2-inch increments

Rear -

ADJUSTABLE SEAT ANGLE (A-6/A-6S)

REAR SEAT-TO-FLOOR RANGE

REAR WHEEL SIZE

13 to 21-1/2-inches

14 to 21-1/2-inches

22-inch

24-inch

26-inch

* FIXED SEAT ANGLE (F-6/F-6S)

13 to 21-1/2-inches in 1/2-inch increments

* Fixed rear seat-to-floor is determined at time of purchase and can

be equal to or up to 4-inches less than front seat-to-floor.

Back Style:

A-6/A-6S - Fold Down Only

F-6/F-6S - Fold Down or Fixed

Back Height:

8 to 20-inches - Adjustable

(8-11, 10-14, 12-16, 14-18 or 16-20-inch ranges)

Back Angle:

94°, 90°, 85°, 84°, 77°, 73°

Footrest:

5-inch Adjustable Height, Adjustable Angle

1/2 to 2-1/2-inches (1-inch Standard)

Quick-Release, Quad-Release

Side - Wheel Clearance:

Rear Axle:

Rear Wheel Camber:

Custom - 0^oand 3^o, 0^oand 6^o, 0^oand 9^o, 3^oand 6^o, 3^oand 9^o,

3^oand 12^o, 6^oand 9^o, 6^oand 12^o, 9^oand 12^o

Rear Wheels:

22, 24-inch - Composite or Spoke (24-inch Spoke Standard)

26-inch, 559mm or 700C - Spoke Only

Handrims:

Aluminum Welded Tab (Standard), Plastic Coated, Projections

Wheel Locks:

High Mount (Standard) - Push to Lock (Standard) or Pull to Lock,

Undermount, Hill Holder, Wheel Lock Extensions

Caster Size:

3-inch Rollerblade, 5-inch Urethane, 6-inch Urethane,

Pneumatic

Seat Cushion:

2 or 3-inch

Back Upholstery:

Arms (Optional):

U240 Black (Standard), Adjustable Tension

Half Arm, T-Arm

Weight :

19 lbs.

49 lbs.

Shipping Weight (approx.) :

Without rear wheels

A-6 - 18 x 18-inch Seat Frame with complete package.

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PROCEDURE 1

GENERAL GUIDELINES

This Procedure includes the following:

Stability

Operating Information

Tire Pressure

Weight Training

Weight Limitation

Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs

STABILITY

STABILITY WARNINGS

The position of the footre st, se a t a ngle , ba c k a ngle , se a ting syste m/upholste ry, c a ste r size a nd position,

re a r whe e l size a nd position, a nti-tippe rs, a s we ll a s the use r c ondition dire c tly re la te to the sta bility of the

whe e lc ha ir. Any c ha nge to one (1) or a ny c ombina tion of the te n (10) ma y c a use the whe e lc ha ir to

de c re a se in sta bility. EXTREME c a re MUST be ta ke n whe n c ha nging the sta bility of the whe e lc ha ir.

Footrest Position

Seat Angle

Back Angle

Seating System/Upholstery

Caster Size

Caster Position

Rear Wheel Size

Rear Wheel Position

Anti-Tippers

✪

User Condition

✪

NOTE: When changes to the left hand column occur, follow across the chart

and refer to the ✪✪procedure to maintain the proper stability, safety and han-

dling of the wheelchair.

NOTE: Additional adjustments may be needed according to the wheelchair

type. Refer to the wheelchair owner's manual for these procedures.

To ma inta in ma ximum sta bility, the re a r whe e ls should be le ft in the fa c tory se tting. Moving the re a r

whe e ls forwa rd c a use s the whe e lc ha ir to de c re a se in sta bility.

ALWAYS e nsure sta bility BEFORE moving the re a r whe e ls forwa rd. TEST whe e lc ha ir BEFORE it is oc c upie d

by the e nd use r to e nsure sa fe ty.

OPERATING INFORMATION

WARNING

To de te rmine a nd e sta blish your pa rtic ula r sa fe ty limits, pra c tic e be nding, re a c hing a nd tra nsfe rring

a c tivitie s in se ve ra l c ombina tions in the pre se nc e of a qua lifie d he a lth profe ssiona l BEFORE a tte mpting

a c tive use of the whe e lc ha ir.

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PROCEDURE 1

GENERAL GUIDELINES

OPERATING INFORMATION (c ontinue d)

WARNING

DO NOT a tte mpt to re a c h obje c ts if you ha ve to move forwa rd in the se a t.

DO NOT a tte mpt to re a c h obje c ts if you ha ve to pic k the m up from the floor by re a c hing down

be twe e n your kne e s.

DO NOT le a n ove r the top of the ba c k upholste ry. This will c ha nge your c e nte r of gra vity a nd ma y

c a use you to tip ove r.

DO NOT shift your we ight or sitting position towa rd the dire c tion you a re re a c hing a s the whe e lc ha ir

ma y tip ove r.

DO NOT tilt the whe e lc ha ir without a ssista nc e .

DO NOT use a n e sc a la tor to move a whe e lc ha ir be twe e n floors. Se rious bodily injury ma y oc c ur.

NEVER position the c a mbe r inse rts in the a xle tube with more tha n 3-inc he s (3-inc he s is 12 inde xing

ma rks showing) of the c a mbe r inse rt outside of the a xle tube . The c a mbe r inse rts will not be se c ure ly

tighte ne d in the a xle tube re sulting in possible injury to the use r or da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir.

WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT BRAKES. DO NOT a tte mpt to stop a moving whe e lc ha ir with the whe e l loc ks.

Be fore a tte mpting to tra nsfe r in or out of the whe e lc ha ir, e ve ry pre c a ution should be ta ke n to re duc e

the ga p dista nc e . Align both c a ste rs pa ra lle l with the obje c t you a re tra nsfe rring onto. Whe n tra nsfe r-

ring to a nd from the whe e lc ha ir, ALWAYS ENGAGE BOTH WHEEL LOCKS.

DO NOT ope ra te on roa ds, stre e ts or highwa ys.

DO NOT c limb, go up or down ra mps or tra ve rse slope s gre a te r tha n 9°.

DO NOT a tte mpt to move up or down a n inc line with a wa te r, ic e or oil film.

DO NOT a tte mpt to ride ove r c urbs or obsta c le s. Doing so ma y c a use your whe e lc ha ir to turn ove r a nd

c a use bodily ha rm or da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir.

DO NOT use pa rts, a c c e ssorie s, or a da pte rs othe r tha n those a uthorize d by Inva c a re .

DO NOT a tte mpt to lift the whe e lc ha ir by a ny re mova ble (de ta c ha ble ) pa rts. Lifting by me a ns of a ny

re mova ble (de ta c ha ble ) pa rts of a whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult in injury to the use r or da ma ge to the

whe e lc ha ir.

DO NOT sta nd on the fra me of the whe e lc ha ir.

Anti-tippe rs MUST BE a tta c he d a t a ll time s. Ina smuc h a s the ANTI-TIPPERS a re a n option on this whe e l-

c ha ir (You ma y orde r with or without the a nti-tippe rs), Inva c a re strongly re c omme nds orde ring the

a nti-tippe rs a s a n a dditiona l sa fe gua rd for the whe e lc ha ir use r.

DO NOT use the footpla te a s a pla tform whe n ge tting in or out of the whe e lc ha ir.

ALWAYS we a r your se a t positioning stra p. Ina smuc h a s the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is a n option on this

whe e lc ha ir (You ma y orde r with or without the se a t positioning stra p), Inva c a re strongly re c omme nds

orde ring the se a t positioning stra p a s a n a dditiona l sa fe gua rd for the whe e lc ha ir use r.

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PROCEDURE 1

GENERAL GUIDELINES

TIRE PRESSURE

WARNING

DO NOT use your whe e lc ha ir unle ss it ha s the prope r tire pre ssure (p.s.i.). DO NOT ove rinfla te the tire s.

Fa ilure to follow the se sugge stions ma y c a use the tire to e xplode a nd c a use bodily ha rm.

Re pla c e me nt of a pne uma tic tire or tube MUST be pe rforme d by a qua lifie d te c hnic ia n.

WEIGHT TRAINING

Inva c a re DOES NOT re c omme nd the use of its whe e lc ha irs a s a we ight tra ining a ppa ra tus. Inva c a re

whe e lc ha irs ha ve NOT be e n de signe d or te ste d a s a se a t for a ny kind of we ight tra ining. If oc c upa nt

use s sa id whe e lc ha ir a s a we ight tra ining a ppa ra tus, Inva c a re sha ll NOT be lia ble for bodily injury a nd

the wa rra nty will be voide d imme dia te ly.

WEIGHT LIMITATION

The Inva c a re A-6/A-6S/F-6/F-6S whe e lc ha irs ha ve a we ight limita tion of 250 lbs.

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PROCEDURE 1

GENERAL GUIDELINES

A Note To Wheelchair Assistants

SAFETY/ HANDLING OF

WHEELCHAIRS

When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, re-

member to use good body mechanics. Keep your back

straight and bend your knees whenever tilting the wheel-

chair or traversing curbs, or other impediments.

“SafetyandHandling”ofthewheelchairrequirestheclose

attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant.

This manual points out the most common procedures

and techniques involved in the safe operation and main-

tenance of the wheelchair. It is important to practice and

master these safe techniques until you are comfortable

in maneuvering around the frequently encountered ar-

chitectural barriers.

WARNING

DO NOT a tte mpt to lift a whe e lc ha ir by lifting on

a ny re mova ble (de ta c ha ble ) pa rts. Lifting by

me a ns of a ny re mova ble (de ta c ha ble ) pa rts of

a whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult in injury to the use r or

da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir.

Use this information only as a “basic” guide. The tech-

niques that are discussed on the following pages have

been used successfully by many.

Also, be aware of any removable (detachable) parts.

These must NEVER be used for hand-hold or lifting sup-

ports, as they may be inadvertently released, resulting in

possible injury to the user and/or assistant(s).

Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with

daily living activities that may differ from those described in

this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each

individual to try what works best for him/her in overcoming

architectural obstacles that they may encounter, however

ALL WARNINGS and CAUTIONS given in this manual

MUST be followed. Techniques in this manual are a start-

ing point for the new wheelchair user and assistant with

“safety” as the most important consideration for all.

When learning a new assistance technique, have an

experiencedassistanthelpyoubeforeattemptingitalone.

Percentage of Weight Distribution

WARNING

Stability and Balance

DO NOT a tte mpt to re a c h obje c ts if you ha ve to

move forwa rd in the se a t or pic k the m up from

the floor by re a c hing down be twe e n your kne e s.

WARNING

ALWAYSwea ryoursea tpositioning stra p. Ina smuch

a s the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is a n option on this

wheelcha ir (You ma y order with or without the sea t

positioning stra p), Inva ca re strongly recommends

ordering the sea t positioning stra p a s a n a dditiona l

sa fegua rd for the wheelcha ir user.

Ma ny a c tivitie s re quire the whe e lc ha ir use r to

re a c h, be nd a nd tra nsfe r in a nd out of the whe e l-

c ha ir. The se move me nts will c a use a c ha nge to

the norma l ba la nc e , the c e nte r of gra vity, a nd

the we ight distribution of the whe e lc ha ir. To de -

te rmine a nd e sta blish your pa rtic ula r sa fe ty lim-

its, pra c tic e be nding, re a c hing a nd tra nsfe rring

a ctivities in severa l combina tions in the presence

of a qua lifie d he a lthc a re profe ssiona l BEFORE

a tte mpting a c tive use of the whe e lc ha ir.

Anti-tippe rs MUST BE a tta c he d a t a ll time s. Ina s-

muc h a s the ANTI-TIPPERS a re a n option on this

whe e lc ha ir (You ma y orde r with or without the

a nti-tippe rs), Inva c a re strongly re c omme nds or-

dering the a nti-tippers a s a n a dditiona l sa fegua rd

for the whe e lc ha ir use r.

Proper positioning is essentia l for your sa fety. When

re a c hing, le a ning, or be nding forwa rd, it is im-

porta nt to use the front c a ste rs a s a tool to ma in-

ta in sta bility a nd ba la nc e .

To assure stability and proper operation of your wheel-

chair, you must at all times wear your seat positioning

strap and maintain proper balance. Your wheelchair has

been designed to remain upright and stable during nor-

mal daily activities as long as you do not move beyond

the center of gravity.

The position of the footrest, sea t a ngle, ba ck a ngle,

sea ting system/upholstery, ca stersize a nd position,

rea r wheel size a nd position, a nti-tippers, a s well a s

the user condition directly rela te to the sta bility of

the wheelchair. Anychange to one (1)oranycom-

bina tion of the ten (10) ma y ca use the wheelcha ir

to decrease in stability.EXTREME care MUSTbe taken

when cha nging the sta bility of the wheelcha ir.

DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further

than the length of the armrests. Make sure the casters

are pointing in the forward position whenever you lean

forward. This can be achieved by advancing the wheel-

chair and then reversing it in a straight line.

LENGTHENING THE WHEELBASE will increase the stabil-

ity and maintain standard maneuverability of the wheelchair.

Coping with Everyday Obstacles

Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be

alleviated somewhat by learning how to manage your

wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of gravity to main-

tain stability and balance.

SHORTENING THE WHEELBASE will increase the

maneuverability, distribute additional weight onto the

rear wheels and make the wheelchair less stable.

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PROCEDURE 1

GENERAL GUIDELINES

REACHING, LEANING AND BENDING - FORWARD.

Position the front casters so that they are extended as far

forward as possible and engage wheel locks.

WARNING

DO NOT a tte mpt to re a c h obje c ts if you ha ve to

move forwa rd in the se a t or pic k the m up from

the floor by re a c hing down be twe e n your kne e s.

Example 46%

54%

103 lbs.

130 lbs.

UNOCCUPIED

OCCUPIED

Rear of

Wheelchair

LENGTHENING

THE

WHEELBASE

REACHING, LEANING - BACKWARDS.

Telescoping Tube

SHORTENING THE

WHEELBASE

WARNING

DO NOT le a n ove r the top of the ba c k uphol-

ste ry. This will c ha nge your c e nte r of gra vity a nd

ma y c a use you to tip ove r.

Functional Reach From a Wheelchair

The approximate reach-limit values shown in the accom-

panying graph were derived on the basis of a sample of

91 male and 36 female wheelchair users. Note the differ-

ence between the maximum and the comfortable reach

limits, a subjective but important consideration in design.

FORWARD REACH

(ADULTS)

COMFORTABLE

MAXIMUM

Position wheelchair 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 position.

Tilting

WARNING

DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance.

When tilting the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp

the back of the wheelchair on a non-removable (non-

detachable) part. Inform the wheelchair occupant be-

fore tilting the wheelchair and remind him/her to lean

back. Be sure the occupant’s feet and hands are clear of

all wheels.

16 24

40 48

INCHES

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GENERAL GUIDELINES

PROCEDURE 1

TILTING - CURBS.

WARNING

After mastering the techniques of tilting the wheelchair,

use the following method to tackle curbs, short stairs,

etc.

DO NOT a tte mpt to lift a whe e lc ha ir by lifting on

a ny re mova ble (de ta c ha ble ) pa rts. Lifting by

me a ns of a ny re mova ble (de ta c ha ble ) pa rts of

a whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult in injury to the use r or

da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir.

Turn the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing UP. Un-

lessthefirstassistanthasexceptionalupperbodystrength,

it is recommended that two (2) assistants perform this op-

eration. 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

wheelchair is being lowered to the ground.

Extre me c a ution is a dvise d whe n it is ne c e ssa ry

to move a n oc c upie d whe e lc ha ir up or down

the sta irs. Inva c a re re c omme nds using two (2)

a ssista nts a nd ma king thorough pre pa ra tions.

Ma ke sure to use ONLY se c ure , non-de ta c ha ble

pa rts for ha nd-he ld supports.

The first assistant should stand on the sidewalk and turn

the wheelchair so that the rear wheels are against the

curb. The wheelchair should be tilted back to the balance

point and, in one continuous upward movement, the rear

wheels should be pulled up and over the curb. DO NOT

return the front casters to the ground until the wheelchair

has been pulled backward far enough for the front cast-

ers to clear the edge of the curb.

Follow this procedure for moving the wheelchair be-

tween floors when an elevator is NOT available:

1. Turn the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing UP.

2. After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the bal-

ance point, one assistant (in the rear) backs the

wheelchair up against the first step, while securely

grasping a non-removable (non-detachable) part of

the wheelchair for leverage.

WARNING

When lowering the front ca sters of the whe e lc ha ir,

DO NOT let the wheelcha ir drop the la st few inches

to the ground. This could result in injury to the oc-

c upa nt a nd/or da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir.

3. The second assistant, with a firm hold on a non-

detachable part of the framework, lifts the wheel-

chair up and over the stair and steadies the wheel-

chair as the first assistant places one (1) foot on the

next stair and repeats STEP 1.

Roll the wheelchair backward and SLOWLY lower the

wheelchair in one continuous movement. DO NOT let

the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground.

This could result in injury to the occupant. Turn the anti-

tippers so the wheels are facing DOWN.

4. The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last

stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has

been rolled away from the stairway.

5. Turntheanti-tipperssothewheelsarefacingDOWN.

Stairways

WARNING

ESCALATORS? SORRY!

ALWAYSwea ryoursea tpositioning stra p. Ina smuch

a s the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is a n option on this

wheelcha ir (You ma y order with or without the sea t

positioning stra p), Inva ca re strongly recommends

ordering the sea t positioning stra p a s a n a dditiona l

sa fegua rd for the wheelcha ir user.

DO NOT use a n e sc a la tor to move a whe e lc ha ir

be twe e n floors. Se rious bodily injury ma y oc c ur.

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PROCEDURE 1

GENERAL GUIDELINES

Transferring To And From Other Seats

WARNING

BEFORE a tte mpting to tra nsfe r in or out of the

whe e lc ha ir, e ve ry pre c a ution should be ta ke n

to re duc e the ga p dista nc e . Align both c a ste rs

pa ra lle l with the obje c t you a re tra nsfe rring onto.

Also be c e rta in the whe e l loc ks a re e nga ge d to

he lp pre ve nt the whe e ls from moving.

CAUTION

Whe n tra nsfe rring, position yourse lf a s fa r ba c k a s

possible in the se a t. This will pre ve nt da ma ge d

upholste ry a nd the possibility of the whe e lc ha ir

tipping forwa rd.

Position the wheelchair as close as possible along

side the seat to which you are transferring, with the

front casters parallel to it. Engage wheel locks. Shift

body weight into seat with transfer.

NOTE: This activity may be performed independently

provided you have adequate mobility and upper body

strength.

During independent transfer, little or no seat platform

will be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all pos-

sible.

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SAFETY INSPECTION

PROCEDURE 2

NOTE: Every six (6) months take your wheelchair to a

qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servic-

ing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and

enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To

operate properly and safely, your wheelchair must be

cared for just like any other vehicle. Routine maintenance

will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair.

This Procedure includes the following:

Safety Inspection Checklist

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow these

maintenance procedures:

ITEM

INITIALLY INSPECT/ INSPECT/

ADJUST ADJUST

INSPECT/

ADJUST

PERIODICALLY

WEEKLY MONTHLY

GENERAL - (TROUBLESHOOTING)

Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to

one side).

WHEEL LOCKS - PROCEDURE 5

Do not interfere with tires when rolling.

Pivot points free of wear and looseness.

Wheel locks easy to engage.

SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY - PROCEDURE 3

Inspect for rips or sagging.

Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch.

REAR WHEELS - PROCEDURE 5

Quick/Quad-release axles lock properly.

No excessive side movement or binding when lifted

and spun.

HANDRIMS - PROCEDURE 5

Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling.

SPOKES

Inspect for bent or broken spokes.

All spokes uniformly tight.

FRONT CASTERS - PROCEDURE 5

Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by

spinning caster; caster should come to a gradual stop.

Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or

binds to a stop.

Wheel bearings are clean 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.

TIRES - PROCEDURE 5

Inspect for flat spots and wear.

If pneumatic tires check for proper inflation.

CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and

tires should be checked periodically for cracks and

wear, and should be replaced.

CAMBER/AXLE TUBE - PROCEDURE 5

Axle tube is securely tightened.

Camber inserts are not extended more than 3-inches.

TURNBUCKLE - PROCEDURE 4

Inspect turnbuckle and jam nut for proper adjustment.

SUSPENSION - PROCEDURE 9

Check elastomers for wear and/or damage.

CLEANING

Clean Optional Quick Release Levers.

Clean upholstery and armrests.

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SAFETY INSPECTION

PROCEDURE 2

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHAIR CHAIR

VEERS VEERS

SLUGGISH

TURN OR

CASTER

FLUTTERS

SQUEAKS LOOSENESS

CHAIR

3 WHEELS

SOLUTIONS

AND

IN CHAIR

RIGHT

LEFT PERFORMANCE

RATTLES

Check tires for correct

and equal pressure.

Check for loose stem

nuts.

Check spokes/nipples.

Check washers above

and below bearings in

headtube (Procedure 3).

Check that rear wheels

are equally spaced away

from seat frame

(Procedure 3).

MAINTENANCE

WARNING

DO NOT use the whe e lc ha ir unle ss it ha s the

prope r tire pre ssure (p.s.i.). DO NOT ove r-infla te

the tire s. Fa ilure to follow the se sugge stions ma y

ca use the tire to explode a nd ca use bodily ha rm.

Maintenance Safety Precautions

WARNING

Afte r ANY a djustme nts, re pa ir or se rvic e a nd BE-

FORE use , ma ke sure a ll a tta c hme nt ha rdwa re is

tighte ne d se c ure ly - othe rwise , injury or da ma ge

ma y re sult.

5. Inflate tires to the recommended tire pressure listed

on the side wall of the tire.

6. The wheels and tires should be checked periodi-

cally for cracks and wear. If damaged, have them

replaced by a qualified technician.

CAUTION

DO NOT ove rtighte n ha rdwa re a tta c hing to the

fra me . This c ould c a use da ma ge to the fra me

tubing.

7. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels.

If loose, have them adjusted by a qualified techni-

cian.

8. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are se-

cured to the rear wheels. Refer to HANDRIM RE-

PLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

Suggested Maintenance Procedures

1. Before using your wheelchair, make sure all nuts

and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or

wear and replace. Check all parts for proper adjust-

ment.

9. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire

wear. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/RE-

PLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

2. Keep quick/quad-release axles free of dirt and lint to

ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer

to ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE or

ADJUSTING THE QUAD-RELEASE HANDLE IN

AND/OR OUT in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

10. Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make

sure they are clean and free from moisture. Use a

Teflon^®lubricant if necessary.

11. Check Upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.

12. A-6S AND F-6S ONLY - Check elastomers for wear

and/or damage. If wear or damage is found, replace

elastomers.

3. Oil quick-release axles at least once (1) a month

(3-in-1 oil^®or equivalent).

4. Keep optional quick release levers on axle tubes free

of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper

operation.

3-in-1 oil - Registered trademark of American Home Products Corportaion.

Teflon - Registered trademark of E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company

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UPHOLSTERY

PROCEDURE 3

This Procedure includes the following:

Unfolding/Folding the Back

REMOVING/ INSTALLING STANDARD

BACK UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 2)

Removing/Installing Standard Back Upholstery

Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery

Seat Upholstery Replacement

WARNING

The position of the footrest, seat angle, back angle,

seating system/upholstery, caster size and position,

rear wheel size and position, anti-tippers, as well as

the user condition directly relate to the stability of the

wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any combi-

nation of the ten (10) may cause the wheelchair to

decrease in stability. EXTREME care MUST be taken

when changing the stability of the wheelchair. Refer

to the cha rt in STABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 of this

ma nua l.

WARNING

Afte r ANY a djustme nts, re pa ir or se rvic e a nd BE-

FORE use , ma ke sure a ll a tta c hme nt ha rdwa re is

tighte ne d se c ure ly - othe rwise , injury or da ma ge

ma y re sult.

UNFOLDING/ FOLDING THE BACK

(FIGURE 1)

Rem oving Standard Back Upholstery

1. Unfasten the two (2) fastening flaps that secure the

bottomoftheexistingbackupholsterytothebackcanes.

WARNING

Ba c k MUST be loc ke d se c ure ly in pla c e be fore

using the whe e lc ha ir.

2. Unfold the top of the back upholstery.

3. Lift up on the existing back upholstery and remove

from the wheelchair.

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.

Installing Standard Back Upholstery

2. To fold the back, pull up on the black nylon cord

and push the back canes forward towards the front

of the wheelchair.

1. Install the new back upholstery onto the back canes.

2. Wrap the end of a fastening flap around the back cane.

3. Insert the end of the fastening flap through the loop.

REAR OF WHEELCHAIR

4. Wrap the fastening flap around the back cane again

and press firmly to secure.

Black Nylon

Cord

5. Fold the top of the back upholstery down over the

back canes towards the front of the wheelchair.

6. Press firmly to secure the fastening strips.

FRONT OF WHEELCAHIR

Back Upholstery

Fold

Back Canes

Fastening

Strips

Fastening

Flap

FRONT OF

Fastening

Flap

WHEELCHAIR

Loops

NOTE: Back upholstery removed for clarity.

Back

Canes

FIGURE 1 - UNFOLDING/FOLDING THE BACK

REAR OF

WHEELCHAIR

FIGURE 2 - REMOVING/INSTALLING STANDARD

BACK UPHOLSTERY

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PROCEDURE 3

UPHOLSTERY

Back Upholstery Cover

ADJ USTABLE TENSION BACK

UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 3)

Seat Portion of

Back Upholstery

Cover

The Adjustable Tension Straps

The adjuster straps can be adjusted at various levels of

tension to accommodate individual end-users. The bot-

tom two (2) straps can be adjusted tightly to support and/

or assist the extensor muscles.

Fastening Strap

Fastening

Strap

The Back Upholstery Cover

Back Cane

The back upholstery cover is designed for three (3)

reasons:

Mounting

Hole

Back Upholstery

Anchor Loops

Mounting Screw

1. The first is as a modesty cover.

2. The second is to keep the cushion from sliding out

of the back of the wheelchair.

Back Upholstery Adjuster Straps

FIGURE 3 - ADJUSTABLE TENSION BACK UPHOLSTERY

3. The third is a sacral support depending upon how

far or tight the seat portion of the back upholstery

cover is pulled under the seat cushion.

SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT

(FIGURE 4)

Rem oving/ Installing Adjustable Tension Back

Upholstery

1. Remove the seat cushion from the wheelchair.

NOTE: To remove adjustable tension back upholstery,

reverse STEPS 2-4.

2. Remove the phillips screws that secure the exist-

ing seat upholstery to the seat frame.

1. Remove the existing back upholstery from the wheel-

chair.RefertoREMOVING/INSTALLINGSTANDARD

BACKUPHOLSTERYinthisprocedureofthemanual.

WHEELCHAIRDEPTH

NUMBER OF SCREWS

14-INCHES

15 TO 16-INCHES

17 TO 18-INCHES

19 TO 20-INCHES

2. Stand behind the wheelchair and perform the following:

A. Slide anchor loop section of adjustable tension back

upholstery over the LEFT back cane with the grom-

met hole facing the rear of the wheelchair.

3. Remove the existing seat upholstery.

4. Install the NEW seat upholstery by reversing the

above steps.

B. Slideadjusterstrapsectionofadjustabletensionback

upholsteryovertheRIGHTbackcanewiththegrom-

met hole facing the rear of the wheelchair.

5. Reinstall the seat cushion onto the wheelchair.

Phillips

Screws

3. Adjust the adjuster straps to the desired tension.

4. Secure adjustable tension back upholstery to the back

canes with the mounting screws. Torque to 20-25 in./lbs.

NOTE: Clean the upholstery with warm water and mild

detergent to remove superficial soil.

Seat

Upholstery

WARNING

After the a djusta ble tension ba ck upholstery ha s

been positioned to the end-user'sindividua lneeds,

the fa stening stra ps MUST be securely fa stened BE-

FORE a pplying the ba c k upholste ry c ove r. The

a djusta ble te nsion ba c k should be c he c ke d

whenever entering the wheelcha ir to ensure tha t

the fa stening/a djusterstra psa re securely fa stened.

Seat Frame

NOTE: Wheelchair frame not shown for clarity.

FIGURE 4 - SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT

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PROCEDURE 4

WARNING

This Procedure includes the following:

Back Angle Adjustment - Adjustable Backs Only

Back Height Adjustment

AfterANYadjustments, repairorservice and BEFORE

use,make sure allattachmenthardware istightened

securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result.

Replacing Seat Frame - A-6/A-6S ONLY

Rear Seat-to-Floor Height Adjustment - A-6/A-6S ONLY

Replacing Turnbuckle Assembly - A-6/A-6S ONLY

Opening/Closing Clamps

BACK ANGLE ADJ USTMENT -

ADJ USTABLE BACKS ONLY (FIGURE 1)

NOTE: Perform this procedure on both sides of the wheel-

chair at the same time.

Determining Toe in/Toe Out

1. Loosen, but DO NOT remove the locknuts and hex

screws that secure the back angle bracket to the seat

rail and the back cane.

Adjusting Toe in/Toe Out

Adjusting the Axle Tube

2. LoosentheTOPlocknutandslidetheTOPhexscrew

away from the back angle bracket to adjust the cam.

Repositioning Camber Inserts (Adjusting Rear

Wheel Camber)

3. Adjust back canes to back angle required.

4. Adjust cam to achieve desired position.

Adjusting Wheelbase Length (Adjusting Center of

Gravity)

NOTE: An indexing notch has been put on the cam to help

determine cam position for desired back angle adjustment.

Adjusting Wheelbase Width

Replacing Axle Tube

5. Secure cam in desired position. Torque all hex screws

and locknuts to 960-1020 inch pounds (80-85 foot

pounds).

Repositioning the Axle Tube

Repositioning Quick Release Levers

Removing/Installing Telescoping Tubes

NOTE: As shown in FIGURE 1, the adjustment cam can

be rotated to several different positions thus changing

the overall back angle relative to the seat rail.

94^OBACK ANGLE TO SEAT RAIL

90^OBACK ANGLE TO SEAT RAIL

85^OBACK ANGLE TO SEAT RAIL

Back

Cane

Back Cane

Indexing

Notch

Indexing

Indexing Notch

Notch

TOP Hex

Screw and

TOP Hex

Screw and

Locknut

TOP Hex

Screw and

Locknut

Cam

Back Angle

Cam

Back Angle

Bracket

Cam

Bracket

Back Angle Bracket

Seat Rail

84^OBACK ANGLE TO SEAT RAIL

Seat Rail

77^OBACK ANGLE TO SEAT RAIL 73^OBACK ANGLE TO SEAT RAIL

Back Cane

Indexing

Notch

Indexing

Notch

Indexing

Notch

TOP Hex

Screw and

Locknut

TOP Hex Screw

and Locknut

TOP Hex Screw

and Locknut

Cam

Back Angle

Bracket

Cam

Back Angle Bracket

Seat Rail

FIGURE 1 - BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT - ADJUSTABLE BACKS ONLY

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PROCEDURE 4

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BACK HEIGHT ADJ USTMENT

(FIGURE 2)

REPLACING SEAT FRAME -

A-6/ A-6S ONLY (FIGURE 3)

NOTE: Observe the tautness of the back upholstery/

adjustable tension back upholstery adjuster straps for

proper reinstallation.

1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer

to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in

PROCEDURE 5 of the manual.

2. Remove the seat upholstery from the wheelchair.

Refer to SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT in

PROCEDURE 3 of the manual.

1. Remove the back upholstery. Perform one (1) of the

following:

A. STANDARD BACK UPHOLSTERY - Refer to

REMOVING/INSTALLING STANDARD BACK

UPHOLSTERYinPROCEDURE3ofthemanual.

3. Remove the wheel locks from the wheelchair. Refer

toWHEELLOCKADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT

in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

B. ADJUSTABLETENSIONBACKUPHOLSTERY

- Refer to ADJUSTABLE TENSION BACK UP-

HOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 3 of the manual.

4. Removethelocknut, two(2)washers, stopandscrew

from the rearmost end of the seat frame.

5. Remove the locknut washer, coved spacer, nylon

spacer, washer and screw from the FRONT of the

back angle bracket.

WARNING

Push pin of the ba c k c a ne inse rt ba r MUST be

6. RepeatSTEPS4-5fortheoppositesideofthewheel-

chair.

protruding through hole in e a c h ba c k c a ne .

Ensure tha t both ba ck ca ne insert ba rs a re a t sa me

height BEFORE rea ssembling the wheelcha ir.

7. Remove the back angle bracket and back canes

from the seat frame.

2. Press the push pin on the back cane insert bar IN

andadjustthebackheighttoone(1)offive(5)heights

depending on original back height:

8. Disconnect turnbuckle assembly from seat frame.

Refer to STEPS 1-3 in REPLACING THE TURN-

BUCKLE ASSEMBLY - A6/A-6S ONLY in this pro-

cedure of the manual.

Back Height (in inches)

10-14 12-16 14-18 16-20

✪✪HOLE # 8-11

9. Remove two (2) allen screws and washers that se-

cure front of seat frame to wheelchair front frame.

N/A

10. Remove the existing seat frame.

11. Align front of seat rail with wheelchair front frame as

shown in FIGURE 3.

✪ Holes numbered from bottom to top for reference only.

(There are no numbers on the back canes.)

12. Install two (2) allen screws and washers to secure

front of seat rail to wheelchair front frame.

3. Reinstall back upholstery. Perform one (1) of the fol-

lowing:

13. Attach turnbuckle assembly to NEW seat frame. Re-

fer to STEPS 8-12 in REPLACING THE TURN-

BUCKLE ASSEMBLY - A-6/A-6S ONLY in this pro-

cedure of the manual.

A. STANDARD BACK UPHOLSTERY - Refer to

REMOVING/INSTALLING STANDARD BACK

UPHOLSTERYinPROCEDURE3ofthemanual.

14. Install the screw, stop, two (2) washers and locknut

onto the rear of the seat frame.

B. ADJUSTABLETENSIONBACKUPHOLSTERY

- Refer to ADJUSTABLE TENSION BACK UP-

HOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual.

15. Align the latch on the back angle bracket with the

stop installed in STEP 14.

16. Secure the FRONT of the back angle bracket to the

seat frame with the screw, washer, nylon spacer,

coved spacer, washer and locknut as shown in FIG-

URE 3.

Back Cane Insert Bar

Hole Number

Back

Cane

17. Reverse STEPS 1-3 to install wheel locks, seat up-

holstery and rear wheels.

FIGURE 2 - BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

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PROCEDURE 4

BACK ANGLE BRACKET HARDWARE

FRONT OF WHEELCHAIR

WARNING

Adjusting the rea r sea t-to-floor height will cha nge

the ba c k a ngle with re spe c t to the ground a nd

ma y de c re a se the sta bility of the whe e lc ha ir.

AFTER a djusting re a r se a t to floor he ight, ALWAYS

c he c k ba c k a ngle a nd a djust if ne c e ssa ry to e n-

sure prope r whe e lc ha ir sta bility.

FRONT of

Back Angle

Bracket

Seat

Frame

Washer

Locknuts

Washer

Screw

DO NOT a djust re a r se a t-to-floor he ight with the

whe e lc ha ir oc c upie d.

Washer

Latch

Washer

DO NOT a djust the re a r se a t-to-floor he ight so the

se a t c rossme mbe r touc he s the a xle tube .

Stop

Screw

Coved

Spacer

CAUTION

Nylon

Spacer

REAR OF

DO NOT use tools to rota te the ja m nut or turn-

buc kle . Othe rwise , da ma ge to the turnbuc kle

or ja m nut ma y oc c ur.

WHEELCHAIR

WHEELCHAIR FRONT FRAME HARDWARE

1. Rotate the jam nut COUNTERCLOCKWISE until a

few threads are showing between the jam nut and the

turnbuckle.

Seat Rail

2. Rotate the turnbuckle in one of the following man-

ners to adjust the rear seat-to-floor height:

Washer

Wheelchair

Front

Frame

Allen

Screw

CLOCKWISE-Decreasestherearseat-to-floorheight.

COUNTERCLOCKWISE - Increases the rear seat-

to-floor height.

FIGURE 3 - REPLACING SEAT FRAME -

A-6/A-6S ONLY

NOTE: QUICK RELEASE LEVERS ONLY - If quick re-

lease levers are on TOP of the axle tube and interfere

with the desired rear seat-to-floor adjustment, the levers

can be repositioned. Refer to REPOSITIONING QUICK

RELEASE LEVERS in this procedure of the manual.

REAR SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

ADJ USTMENT - A-6/ A-6S ONLY

(FIGURE 4)

3. Rotate the jam nut CLOCKWISE until it rests se-

curely against the turnbuckle.

Rear seat-to-floor height is a measurement taken at the rear

of the seat from the horizontal position, and is measured in

inches. The rear seat-to-floor height of the A-6/A-6S can be

adjusted up to 4-inches below the front seat-to-floor height.

4. The back angle with respect to the floor/ground has

changed. Adjust the back angle to maintain proper

wheelchair stability.Refer to BACK ANGLE ADJUST-

MENT - ADJUSTABLE BACKS ONLY in this proce-

dure of the manual.

WARNING

The position of the footre st, se a t a ngle , ba c k

a ngle, sea ting system/upholstery, ca ster size a nd

position, rea r wheel size a nd position, a nti-tippers,

a s we ll a s the use r c ondition dire c tly re la te to the

sta bility of the whe e lc ha ir. Any c ha nge to one

(1) or a ny c ombina tion of the te n (10) ma y c a use

the whe e lc ha ir to de c re a se in sta bility. EXTREME

c a re MUST be ta ke n whe n c ha nging the sta bility

of the whe e lc ha ir. Re fe r to the c ha rt in STABILITY

in PROCEDURE 1 of this ma nua l.

Seat Crossmember

Jam Nut

Frame

Crossmember

Threads

Turnbuckle

FIGURE 4 - REAR SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT- A-6/A-6SONLY

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PROCEDURE 4

FRAME

OPENING/ CLOSING CLAMPS

(FIGURE 6)

REPLACING TURNBUCKLE ASSEMBLY

- A-6/ A6-S ONLY (FIGURE 5)

NOTE: The turnbuckle assembly consists of the inside

screw, turnbuckle, outside screw, flanges and rods. If

the turnbuckle assembly becomes disassembled, refer

to FIGURE 5.

WARNING

QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Ma ke sure the quic k re -

le a se le ve rs a re in the CLOSED position BEFORE

using the whe e lc ha ir, othe rwise pe rsona l injury or

da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult.

1. Carefully tip the wheelchair back so the back canes rest

on the ground.

STANDARD CAMBER OR RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS

- Ma ke sure the he x sc re ws a nd loc knuts a re se -

c ure ly tighte ne d BEFORE using the whe e lc ha ir,

othe rwise pe rsona l injury or da m a ge to the

whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult.

2. Insert an allen wrench into the hole in the inside screw

and the hole in the rod to prevent the rod from spin-

ning.

3. Removethetwo(2)hexscrewssecuringtheinsidescrew

to the seat crossmember.

CAUTION

DO NOTclose the quick-release leversortighten the

hex screws and locknuts without camber inserts in

the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur.

4. Repeat STEPS 2-3 for the outside screw.

5. Remove the existing turnbuckle assembly from the seat

and frame crossmembers.

Cam ber Clam ps

6. Rotate the NEW turnbuckle until an equal number

of threads shows on either end.

1. Performone(1)ofthefollowingtoopenacamberclamp:

7. Position the NEW turnbuckle assembly with the jam nut

towards the seat crossmember as shown in FIGURE 5.

A. QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Pull the quick re-

lease lever to the open position.

B. STANDARDCAMBERCLAMPS -Loosen, but

do not remove the hex screw and locknut on the

camber clamp.

8. Position the inside screw between the tabs on the seat

crossmember.

9. Insert an allen wrench into the hole in the inside screw

and the hole in the rod to prevent the rod from spin-

ning.

2. Performone(1)ofthefollowingtocloseacamberclamp:

A. QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Tighten the

threaded knob to secure the quick release lever.

Push the quick release lever on the camber

clamps to the closed position.

10. Apply a removable thread locker to the threads of

one (1) hex screw.

11. Install the hex screw into one end of the inside screw to

securetheturnbuckleassemblytotheseatcrossmember.

B. STANDARDCAMBERCLAMPS-Securelytighten

the hex screw and locknut to secure the axle tube.

12. RepeatSTEPS10-11foroppositeendofinsidescrew.

Receiver Tube Clam ps

13. Repeat STEPS 8-12 to secure the outside screw to the 1. Perform one (1) of the following to open a receiver

tube clamp:

frame crossmember.

Flange

Hex

Screws

A. QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Pull the quick re-

lease levers on the receiver tube clamps to the

open position.

Inside Screw

Seat

Crossmember

Tab

Hole

Rod

B. STANDARD RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS -

Loosen, but do not remove the hex screws and

locknuts on the receiver tube clamps.

Threads

Jam Nut

2. Perfrom one (1) of the following to close a receiver

tube clamp:

Turnbuckle

A. QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Tighten the

threaded knob to secure the quick release lever.

Push the quick release lever on the receiver tube

clamps to the closed position.

Hex

Screws

Outside Screw

Frame Crossmember

B. STANDARD RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS -

Tighten the hex screw and locknut on the re-

ceiver tube clamp. Torque to 75 in./lbs.

FIGURE 5 - REPLACING TURNBUCKLE ASSEMBLY -

A-6/A-6S ONLY

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PROCEDURE 4

4. If the difference between the measurements is not

within +1/8-inch, correct the toe-in/toe-out condition.

Refer to ADJUSTING TOE-IN/TOE-OUT in this pro-

cedure of the manual.

CAMBER CLAMPS

QUICK RELEASE

STANDARD

Camber Clamp

Hex Screw

Quick

Release

Lever

Open Position

TOP VIEW OF WHEELCHAIR

Closed

Front Centerline of

Wheelchair

Front of Wheelchair

Toe-out

Position

Toe-in

Locknut

Camber Clamp

Threaded Knob

RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS

QUICK RELEASE

STANDARD

Quick Release

Lever

Closed

Position

Locknut

Rear Centerline of

Wheelchair

Bolt

Open

Position

DETAIL "A" - SIDE VIEW

OF WHEELCHAIR

Smaller Than

Front

Receiver

Tube Clamp

Threaded

Knob

Receiver

Tube Clamp

Larger Than Front

FIGURE 6 - OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS

12-inches

DETERMINING TOE IN/ TOE OUT

(FIGURE 7)

FIGURE 7 - DETERMINING TOE IN/TOE OUT

ADJ USTING TOE IN/ TOE OUT

1. Inflate all pneumatic tires to recommended tire pres-

sures (listed on the sidewall of the tire).

NOTE:Iftheaxletubehasbeenrepositionedorreplaced,

proceed to LOCKING OUT AXLE TUBE in this proce-

dure of the manual.

2. Measure the distance between the centerlines at the

rear and front of the rear wheels at approximately

12-inches from the ground/floor (FIGURE 7).

Axle Tube Positioning For 0°/ 3°, 0°/ 6°, 3°/ 6°

or 9°/ 12° Cam ber Inserts (FIGURE 8)

NOTE: For optimum accuracy, perform STEP 2 with the

wheelchair occupied.

CAUTION

3. Determine the difference between the two (2) mea-

surements. If the difference between the two (2)

measurements is NOT within +1/8-inch, one (1) of

two (2) conditions exists:

DO NOT rota te the a xle tube if the a xle tube is

locked out by the toe a djustment rings. If a locked

out a xle tube is rota te d, da ma ge to the toe a d-

justme nt rings will oc c ur.

A. 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 7).

NOTE: Refer to FIGURE 8 for a description of a locked

out axle tube.

There is NO adjustment required to maintain a cor-

rect toe in/toe out measurement.

B. If the back centerline measurement of the rear

wheels is LARGER than the front centerline

measurementoftherearwheels, a TOE-INcon-

dition exists (FIGURE 7).

NOTE: The axle tube will be locked out by the toe adjust-

ment rings and will NOT rotate.

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AXLE TUBE POSITIONING FOR 0°/3°, 0°/6°, 3°/6° OR 9°/12° CAMBER INSERTS - NO ADJUSTMENT REQUIRED

LEFT Toe Adjustment

RIGHT Tab

Stopped

Ring

Against UPPER

Metal Tab on

Camber Clamp

RIGHT Toe

Adjustment

Ring

LEFT Tab Stopped

Against LOWER Metal

Tab on Camber Clamp

Axle Tube - LOCKED OUT

by Toe Adjustment Rings

and Will NOT Rotate

REAR OF WHEELCHAIR

AXLE TUBE POSITIONING FOR 0°/9°, 0°/12°, 3°/9°, 3°/12°,6°/9° OR 6°/12° CAMBER INSERTS

0°, 3° OR 6° CAMBER

Camber

Clamp

LEFT Tab

9° OR 12° CAMBER

Camber

Clamp

LEFT Toe

Adjustment

Ring

LEFT Toe

Adjustment Ring

Stopped Against

LOWER Metal

Tab on Camber

Clamp

Axle Tube - Will

Rotate DOWN Only

RIGHT Toe

Adjustment

Ring

Camber

Clamp

Camber

Clamp

Axle Tube - Will

Rotate UP Only

RIGHT Tab

Stopped

Against UPPER

Metal Tab on

Camber Clamp

RIGHT Toe

Adjustment Ring

REAR OF WHEELCHAIR

FIGURE 8 - ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT

REAR OF WHEELCHAIR

Axle Tube Positioning For 0°/ 9°, 0°/ 12°,

3°/ 9°, 6°/ 9° , 3°/ 12° Or 6°/ 12° Cam ber Inserts

(FIGURE 8)

WARNING

QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Ma ke sure the quic k re -

le a se le ve rs a re in the CLOSED position BEFORE

using the whe e lc ha ir, othe rwise pe rsona l injury or

da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult.

NOTE: Stand behind the wheelchair to determine LEFT

or RIGHT.

STANDARD - Ma ke sure the he x sc re ws a nd loc k-

nuts a re se c ure ly tighte ne d BEFORE using the

wheelcha ir, otherwise persona l injury or da ma ge

to the whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult.

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PROCEDURE 4

3. Using an "L" square, rotate the axle tube until the flat

edge of the camber insert is at a 90° angle with the

ground/floor as shown in FIGURE 9.

CAUTION

DO NOTclose the quick-release leversortighten the

hex screws and locknuts without camber inserts in

the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur.

4. Close the RIGHT camber clamp. Refer to OPENING/

CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

0°, 3° OR 6° CAMBER.

5. RotatetheLEFT toeadjustmentringuntilthetabstops

against the LOWER metal tab on the camber clamp.

1. Open the camber clamps. Refer to OPENING/

CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

6. Securely tighten set screw on LEFT toe adjustment ring.

2. Slowly rotate the axle tube until the tab on the LEFT toe

adjustment ring is stopped against the LOWER metal

tab on the camber clamp (FIGURE 8).

7. Measure the distance between the center lines at the

rear and front of the rear wheels at approximately 12-

inches from the ground/floor. Refer to DETERMIN-

INGTOEIN/TOEOUTinthisprocedureofthemanual.

3. Close the camber clamps. Refer to OPENING/

CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

8. Perform one (1) of the following:

9° OR 12° CAMBER.

A. TOEIN/TOEOUTMEASUREMENTISWITHIN

±1/8-INCH - Proceed to step 8.

1. Openthecamberclamps. Referto OPENING/CLOS-

ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

B. TOE IN/TOE OUT MEASUREMENT IS NOT

WITHIN ±1/8-INCH - Repeat STEPS 1-7 until

toe in/toe out measurement is within 1/8 inch.

2. Slowly rotate the axle tube until the tab on the RIGHT

toeadjustmentringisstoppedagainsttheUPPERmetal

tab on the camber clamp (FIGURE 8).

9. Open the RIGHT camber clamp. Refer to OPENING/

CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

3. Closethecamberclamps. RefertoOPENING/CLOS-

ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

10. Reposition the camber inserts to the highest degree

of camber. Refer to REPOSITIONING CAMBER IN-

SERTS (ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER) in

this procedure of the manual.

ADJ USTING THE AXLE TUBE

(FIGURE 9)

11. Repeat STEP 3.

WARNING

12. Close the LEFT camber clamp. Refer to OPENING/

CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Ma ke sure the quic k re -

le a se le ve rs a re in the CLOSED position BEFORE

using the wheelcha ir, otherwise injury or da ma ge

to the whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult.

13. RotatetheRIGHTtoeadjustmentringuntilthetabstops

against the UPPER metal tab on the camber clamp.

14. Securely tighten set screw on RIGHT toe adjustment

ring.

STANDARD - Ma ke sure the he x sc re ws a nd loc k-

nuts a re se c ure ly tighte ne d BEFORE using the

whe e lc ha ir, othe rwise injury or da ma ge to the

whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult.

15. Repeat STEP 7.

16. Perform one (1) of the following:

A. TOEIN/TOEOUTMEASUREMENTISWITHIN

CAUTION

±1/8-INCH -

DO NOTclose the quick-release leversortighten the

hex screws and locknuts without camber inserts in

the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur.

1. Proceed to STEP 17.

B. TOE IN/TOE OUT MEASUREMENT IS NOT

WITHIN ±1/8-INCH -

NOTE: Before performing this procedure, make sure the cam-

ber inserts are positioned to the lowest degree of camber.

Refer to REPOSITIONING CAMBER INSERTS (ADJUST-

ING REAR WHEEL CAMBER) in this section of the manual.

1. Repeat STEP 1.

2. Loosen the set screw on the RIGHT toe ad-

justment ring.

NOTE: Stand behind the wheelchair to determine LEFT

or RIGHT.

3. Repeat STEP 3.

1. If necessary, open BOTH camber clamps. Refer to

OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of

the manual.

4. REPEAT STEPS 12-16 until toe in/toe out

measurement is within 1/8 inch.

17. If desired, reposition camber inserts to the desired

degree of camber. Refer to REPOSITIONING CAM-

BER INSERTS(ADJUSTINGREARWHEELCAM-

BER) in this procedure of the manual.

2. Loosen the set screw that secures each toe adjust-

ment ring to the axle tube (FIGURE 9).

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STEP 3

REPOSITIONING CAMBER INSERTS

(ADJ USTING REAR WHEEL

CAMBER) (FIGURE 10)

Flat Edge of

Place "L" Square

Here

Camber Insert

NOTE: Perform this procedure on one (1) side of the

wheelchair at a time for ease of adjustment.

Ground/

Floor

90° Angle

1. Open the camber clamp. Refer to OPENING/CLOS-

ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

2. Pull one (1) rear wheel with the camber insert out of

the axle tube.

LOWER DEGREE OF CAMBER

Set Screw

3. Remove the rear wheel from the camber insert. Re-

fer to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS

in PROCEDURE 5 of the manual.

Camber Clamp

Tab

LEFT Toe

Adjustment

Ring

4. Rotate the camber insert 180°.

5. Reinstall the rear wheel into the camber insert. Re-

fer to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS

in PROCEDURE 5 of the manual.

Metal Tab

Axle Tube

WARNING

NEVER position the ca mber inserts in the a xle tube

with more tha n 3-inches (12 indexing ma rks show-

ing) of the c a mbe r inse rt outside of the a xle tube .

The c a mbe r inse rts will not be se c ure ly tighte ne d

in the a xle tube re sulting in possible injury to the

use r or da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir.

Axle Tube - Will Rotate UP Only

HIGHER DEGREE OF CAMBER

Set Screw

6. Position camber insert to desired position. Make sure

there is no more than 3-inches (12 indexing marks) of

the camber inserts outside of axle tube.

Metal Tab

7. Slide the indexing ring on the camber insert until it is

flush with the camber clamp.

Axle Tube

Tab

WARNING

QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Ma ke sure the quic k re -

le a se le ve rs a re in the CLOSED position BEFORE

using the whe e lc ha ir, othe rwise pe rsona l injury or

da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult.

RIGHT Toe

Adjustment Ring

Camber Clamp

STANDARD CAMBER CLAMPS - Ma ke sure the hex

sc re ws a nd loc knuts a re se c ure ly tighte ne d BE-

FORE using the whe e lc ha ir, othe rwise pe rsona l

injury or da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult.

Axle Tube - Will Rotate DOWN Only

FIGURE 9 - ADJUSTING THE AXLE TUBE

CAUTION

DO NOT c lose the quic k-re le a se le ve rs or tighte n

the he x sc re ws a nd loc knuts without c a mbe r in-

se rts in the a xle tube . Da ma ge to the a xle tube

will oc c ur.

8. Closethecamberclamp. Referto OPENING/CLOS-

ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

9. Repeat STEPS 1-8 for opposite side of wheelchair.

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PROCEDURE 4

NOTE: Before using the wheelchair, make sure both

camber inserts are set to the same indexing mark. This

will make sure the distance between the rear wheel and

the wheelchair is the same on both sides.

ADJ USTING WHEELBASE LENGTH

(ADJ USTING CENTER OF GRAVITY)

(FIGURE 11)

WARNING

10. Wheelchairs equipped with 0°/9°, 0°/12°, 3°/9°, 6°/

9°, 3°/12° or 6°/12° camber inserts - Adjust the toe

in/toe out of the wheelchair. Refer to ADJUSTING

TOE IN TOE OUT in this section of the manual.

The position of the footrest, sea t a ngle, ba ck a ngle,

sea ting system/upholstery, ca stersize a nd position,

rea r wheel size a nd position, a nti-tippers, a s well a s

the user condition directly rela te to the sta bility of

the wheelchair. Anychange to one (1)oranycom-

bina tion of the ten (10) ma y ca use the wheelcha ir

to decrease in stability.EXTREMEcare MUSTbe taken

when cha nging the sta bility of the wheelcha ir. Re-

fer to the chart in STABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 of this

ma nua l.

WARNING

Ma ke sure the de te nt pin a nd loc king pins of the

quic k/qua d-re le a se a xle a re fully re le a se d BE-

FORE ope ra ting the whe e lc ha ir.

The locking pins MUST be protruding pa st the inside

of the rea r wheel a xle bushing for a positive lock.

To ma inta in ma ximum sta bility, the re a r whe e ls

should be le ft in the fa c tory se tting. Moving the

re a r whe e ls FORWARD c a use s the whe e lc ha ir to

de c re a se in sta bility.

Ke e p loc king pins c le a n.

11. If the locking pins of the quick/quad-release axles

are not protruding past the inside of the axle bush-

ing or there is too much movement of the rear wheel

assembly in a back and forth position, refer to AD-

JUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLES or REMOV-

ING THE PLAY FROM THE REAR WHEELS in

PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

ALWAYS e nsure sta bility BEFORE moving the re a r

whe e ls forwa rd. TEST whe e lc ha ir BEFORE it is oc -

c upie d by the e nd use r to e nsure sa fe ty.

NOTE: The wheelbase length of the wheelchair can be

adjusted from just in front of the back cane (factory set-

ting) up to four (4) inches forward.

12. Ensure the wheelchair is parallel to the floor. Refer

toADJUSTINGCASTERHEIGHTinPROCEDURE

5 of the manual.

1. Open both receiver tube clamps. Refer to OPEN-

ING/CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the

manual.

13. Ensure anti-tippers are adjusted properly. Refer to

ANTI-TIPPER ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT in

PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.

WARNING

Telescoping tubes have two types of marks - "0" and

"X" (DETAIL "A"). "X" ma rks a re provide d to indi-

c a te tha t the te le sc oping tube ha s be e n e x-

tended too fa r. DO NOTadjustthe telescoping tubes

so an "X" ma rks a re showing. Othe rwise , injury or

damage may occur.

Axle Tube

Camber Insert -

Rotate 180°

2. Perform one (1) of the following:

Indexing Ring

Camber

A. PULL telescoping tubes out of receiver tubes to

LENGTHEN THE WHEELBASE, increase sta-

bility and maintain standard maneuverability of

the wheelchair.

Clamp

Indexing Marks

B. PUSH telescoping tubes into receiver tubes to

SHORTEN THE WHEELBASE, increase the

maneuverability and distribute additional weight

onto rear wheels.

FIGURE 10 - REPOSITIONING CAMBER INSERTS

(ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER)

NOTE: Marks on the telescoping tube have been provided

toensurethetelescoping tubes are aligned with each other.

The performance of the wheelchair will be affected if the tele-

scoping tubes are not adjusted to the same position.

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WARNING

QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Ma ke sure the quic k re -

le a se le ve rs a re in the CLOSED position BEFORE

using the wheelcha ir, otherwise injury or da ma ge

to the whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult.

NEVER position the ca mber inserts in the a xle tube

with more tha n 3-inches (12 indexing ma rks show-

ing) of the c a mbe r inse rt outside of the a xle tube .

The c a mbe r inse rts will not be se c ure ly tighte ne d

in the a xle tube re sulting in possible injury to the

use r or da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir.

STANDARD RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS - Ma ke sure

the he x sc re ws a nd loc knuts a re se c ure ly tight-

e ne d BEFORE using the whe e lc ha ir, othe rwise in-

jury or da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult.

2. Position the camber insert to the desired position.

Make sure there is no more than 3-inches (12 index-

ing marks showing) of the camber inserts outside of

the axle tube.

CAUTION

DO NOT c lose the quic k-re le a se le ve rs or tighte n

the he x sc re ws a nd loc knuts without te le sc oping

tube s in the re c e ive r tube s. Da ma ge to the re -

c e ive r tube s will oc c ur.

3. Slide the indexing ring on the camber insert until it is

flush with the frame bracket.

NOTE:Beforeusingthewheelchair, makesurebothcam-

ber inserts are set at the same indexing mark. This will

make sure the distance between the rear wheel and the

wheelchair is the same on both sides.

3. Close both receiver tube clamps. Refer to OPEN-

ING/CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the

manual.

WARNING

4. Test the occupied wheelchair for a short distance to

make sure there is no excessive drag to either side.

QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Ma ke sure the quic k re -

le a se le ve rs a re in the CLOSED position BEFORE

using the whe e lc ha ir, othe rwise pe rsona l injury or

da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult.

NOTE: If drag to either side occurs, refer to DETERMIN-

ING TOE IN/TOE OUT in this section of the manual.

"0" Marks

"X" Marks

STANDARD CAMBER CLAMPS - Ma ke sure the hex

sc re ws a nd loc knuts a re se c ure ly tighte ne d BE-

FORE using the whe e lc ha ir, othe rwise pe rsona l

injury or da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir ma y re sult.

CAUTION

DETAIL "A" -

TELESCOPING

TUBE MARKS

DO NOT c lose the quic k-re le a se le ve rs or tighte n

the he x sc re ws a nd loc knuts without c a mbe r in-

se rts in the a xle tube . Da ma ge to the a xle tube

will oc c ur.

Telescoping

Tube

4. Closethecamberclamp. Referto OPENING/CLOS-

INGCLAMPS inthisprocedureofthemanual.

5. RepeatSTEPS1-4fortheoppositesideofthewheel-

chair.

Receiver

Tube Clamp

Receiver Tube

Indexing Ring

Indexing Marks

FIGURE 11 - ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH

(ADJUSTING CENTER OF GRAVITY)

Axle Tube

ADJ USTING WHEELBASE WIDTH

(FIGURE 12)

NOTE: Perform this procedure on one (1) side of the

wheelchair at a time for ease of adjustment.

Camber Insert

Camber

1. Open the camber clamp. Refer to OPENING/CLOS-

ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

Clamp

FIGURE 12 - ADJUSTING WHEELBASE WIDTH

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PROCEDURE 4

NOTE: DO NOT close the quick release levers or tighten the

hex screws that secure the axle tube to the camber clamps

at this time.

REPLACING AXLE TUBE (FIGURE 13)

NOTE:Thereisnoneedtoremovethetwo(2)camberclamps

when replacing the axle tube.

WARNING

1. Note the position of the camber inserts so they can be

installed to the original position in the new axle tube.

NEVER position the camber inserts in the axle tube

with more than 3-inches (12 indexing marks show-

ing) of the camber insert outside of the axle tube.

The camber inserts will not be securely tightened in

the axle tube resulting in possible injury to the user or

damage to the wheelchair.

2. Open the camber clamps. Refer to OPENING/

CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

3. Remove the two (2) rear wheels and camber inserts

positioned in the axle tube.

4. Loosen, but do not remove the two (2) set screws that

secure the toe adjustment rings to the axle tube.

11. Install the rear wheels and camber inserts into the new

axle tube and slide the camber inserts to the position

noted in STEP 1. Make sure there is no more than 3-

inches (12 indexing marks) of the camber inserts out-

side of the axle tube.

5. Pull the existing axle tube through one (1) of the camber

clamps.

6. Remove the toe adjustment rings from the existing axle

tube.

12. Slide the indexing ring on the camber insert until it is flush

with the camber clamp

7. Pulltheexistingaxletubethroughtheothercamberclamp

and remove from the wheelchair.

NOTE: To maximize rollability: Before using the wheelchair,

make sure both camber inserts are set to the same indexing

notch. This will make sure the distance between the rear

wheel and the wheelchair is the same on both sides.

8. Slide the new axle tube through one (1) of the camber

clamps. Make sure the notches in the axle tube are to-

wards the rear of the wheelchair and the slots in the axle

tube are facing up.

13. Adjust the axle tube. Refer to ADJUSTING THE AXLE

TUBE in this procedure of the manual.

9. Install the toe adjustment rings onto the new axle tube.

Make sure the stops on the toe adjustment rings are

facing towards the outside of the wheelchair.

NOTE: The performance of the wheelchair will be affected if

the axle tube has not been adjusted to correct the toe in/toe

out of the wheelchair.

NOTE: DO NOT tighten the set screws that secure the toe

adjustment rings to the axle tube at this time.

14. Ensure the camber clamps are closed. Refer to OPEN-

ING/CLOSINGCLAMPSinthisprocedureofthemanual.

10. Slide the new axle tube through the other camber clamp

until the end of the axle tube is flush with the outside of

the camber clamp.

Slot in

Axle Tube

REAR OF

WHEELCHAIR

Toe Adjustment Ring

Notch in

Axle Tube

Camber Insert

Camber Clamp

Camber Insert

Set Screw

Axle Tube

Indexing Ring

FRONT OF WHEELCHAIR

Toe Adjustment Ring

FIGURE 13 - REPLACING AXLE TUBE

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16. Adjust the axle tube. Refer to ADJUSTING THE

AXLE TUBE in this procedure of the manual.

REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE

(FIGURES 14 AND 15)

NOTE:Thisprocedureshouldonlybeperformedifchang-

ing the front seat-to-floor height. Refer to ADJUSTING

FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE

5 of this manual.

NOTE: The performance of the wheelchair will be af-

fected if the axle tube has not been adjusted to correct

the toe in/toe out of the wheelchair.

17. Ensure the camber clamps are closed. Refer to OPEN-

ING/CLOSINGCLAMPSinthisprocedureofthemanual.

NOTE: Right and left are determined by standing be-

hind the wheelchair.

18. Adjust anti-tippers. Referto ANTI-TIPPERADJUST-

MENT/REPLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 7 of the

manual.

1. Open both the camber clamps. Refer to OPENING/

CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

NOTE: QUICK RELEASE LEVERS ONLY - Reposi-

tion the quick release levers to the top/bottom of the

axle tube if desired. Refer to REPOSITIONING QUICK

RELEASE LEVERS in this procedure of the manual.

2. Remove the rear wheels from the camber inserts.

RefertoREMOVING/INSTALLINGREARWHEELS

in PROCEDURE 5 of the manual.

3. Removethecamberinsertsfromthewheelchair(FIG-

URE 14).

Camber Clamp

Axle Tube

4. Refer to ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR

HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 5 of the manual to deter-

mine the proper position for the axle tube.

5. Refer to the chart in FIGURE 15 to determine the

proper axle tube adjustment.

Locknuts

NOTE: Refer to DETAIL "B" of FIGURE 15 for telescop-

ing tube and clamp hole patterns.

Camber

Telescoping

Insert

Tube

6. Removethelocknutsandhexboltssecuringthetele-

scoping tubes to the camber clamps.

7. Perform one (1) of the following:

A. CLAMPPOSITIONMUSTBEINVERTED-Pro-

ceed to STEP 8.

Hex Bolt

B. CLAMP POSITION REMAINS IN STANDARD

POSITION - proceed to STEP 12.

NOTE: LEFT camber clamp and telescoping tube not

shown for clarity.

8. Remove the RIGHT camber clamp from the axle

tube and set aside.

NOTE: Suspension telescoping tube shown. Non-sus-

pension telescoping tube attaches to camber clamp in

the same manner.

9. Remove the LEFT camber clamp from the axle tube.

10. Position the LEFT camber clamp onto the RIGHT

end of the axle tube with the metal tabs facing the

inside of the wheelchair.

DETAIL "A" - CLAMP POSITION

NOTE: Axle tubes are viewed from the FRONT of the

wheelchair.

11. Repeat step 10 for the RIGHT camber clamp and

the LEFT end of the axle tube.

NOTE: Socket facing DOWN not shown for clarity.

STANDARD CLAMP POSITION - TABS/SOCKETS DOWN

NOTE: The camber clamps should now be inverted, as

shown in DETAIL "A" of FIGURE 14.

Tab DOWN

12. Align the camber clamp mounting holes with the tele-

scoping tube holes determined in STEP 5.

Camber Clamp

Axle Tube

13. Secure telescoping tube to camber clamp with hex

bolts and locknuts.

INVERTED CLAMP POSITION - TABS/SOCKETS UP

Socket UP

Camber Clamp

14. Insert camber inserts into axle tube with lowest degree

of camber facing towards outside of the wheelchair.

15. Install the rear wheels into the camber inserts. Refer

to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in

PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

Tab UP

FIGURE 14 - REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE

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PROCEDURE 4

AXLE TUBE POSITIONS

REPOSITIONING QUICK RELEASE

LEVERS (FIGURE 16)

AXLE

TELESCOPING

CLAMP

HOLE

CLAMP

POSITION*

POSITION TUBE HOLE

NOTE: This procedure should only be performed if quick

release levers are on top of the axle mounting tube and

interfere with the desired rear seat-to-floor adjustment.

This procedure will position the quick release lever on

the bottom of the axle tube.

TOP

STANDARD

Telescoping

Tube

Camber

Clamp

Tab DOWN

1. Remove the threaded knob from the quick release

lever.

MIDDLE

STANDARD

2. Remove the quick release lever, recessed washer

and coved washer from the camber clamp.

Telescoping

Tube

Camber

Clamp

3. Ifnecessary, positiontherecessedwasherandcoved

washer onto the quick release lever, as shown in

FIGURE 16.

Tab DOWN

INVERTED

4. Insert the quick release lever with washers through

the camber clamp as shown in FIGURE 16.

BOTTOM

Telescoping

Tube

Tab UP

5. Secure the quick release lever to the camber clamp

with the threaded knob.

Camber

Clamp

6. Repeat for opposite quick release lever.

Quick Release Lever

NOTE: Suspension telescoping tubes and tabs shown.

Non-suspension telescoping tubes and anti-tipper sock-

ets are not shown for clarity.

Recessed

Washer and

Coved Washer

* NOTE: When viewed from the front of the wheelchair,

inside of the rear wheels, an inverted camber clamp has

the tab or anti-tipper socket at the top of the axle tube.

Refer to DETAIL "A" of FIGURE 14.

Camber

Clamp

Threaded

Knob

DETAIL "B" - MOUNTING HOLE PATTERN

Telescoping Tube

SIDE VIEW OF CAMBER CLAMP WITH QUICK

RELEASE LEVER

Hole A

Hole B

Hole C

Hole 1

Hole 2

Camber

Clamp

Tab

Metal Tabs

FIGURE 15 - REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE

LEVER ON

CLAMP TOP

CLAMP BOTTOM

FIGURE 16 - REPOSITIONING QUICK RELEASE LEVERS

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FRAME

Installing Telescoping Tubes

REMOVING/ INSTALLING

TELESCOPING TUBES (FIGURE 17)

1. Secure the NEW telescoping tubes to the camber

clamps in the position noted in STEP 6 of REMOV-

ING TELESCOPING TUBES with the mounting

screws and locknuts (DETAIL "B").

NOTE: Invacare recommends replacing both telescop-

ing tubes at the same time to maintain optimum wheel-

chair performance.

2. Insert the ends of the telescoping tubes into the re-

ceiver tubes as far as possible.

Rem oving Telescoping Tubes

1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer

to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in

PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

3. Press telescoping tube release buttons and continue

inserting the telescoping tubes into the receiver tubes.

2. Note the number of marks showing on the telescop- 4. Adjust wheelbase length to the position noted in step

ing tube.

2 of REMOVING TELESCOPING TUBES. Refer to

ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH in PROCE-

DURE 6 of this manual.

3. Open the receiver tube clamps. Refer to OPENING/

CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

5. Close the receiver tube clamps. Refer to OPENING/

CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.

4. Pull the telescoping tubes with rear axle away from

the receiver tube.

6. Reinstalltherearwheels.RefertoREMOVING/INSTALL-

INGREARWHEELSinPROCEDURE5ofthismanual.

NOTE: An audible "click" will be heard when the release

buttons (DETAIL "A") pop out of the receiver tubes.

7. A-6SANDF-6SWHEELCHAIRSONLY-adjustsus-

pension to correspond to the user's weight. Refer to

REPLACING REAR ELASTOMERS in this proce-

dure of the manual.

5. Press the telescoping tube release buttons and con-

tinue to pull the telescoping tubes out of the receiver

tubes.

6. Note the mounting position of the two (2) mounting

screws and locknuts securing the telescoping tubes

to the camber clamp.

DETAIL "A" - RELEASE BUTTON

OUT

Receiver

Tube

7. Remove two (2) mounting screws and locknuts securing

each telescoping tube to camber clamp (DETAIL "B").

Tube

DETAIL "B" -

TELESCOPING TUBE

HARDWARE

Telescoping

Release

Button

Release

Button

Telescoping

Tube

Axle Tube

Tube

NOTE: Receiver tube clamps not shown for clarity.

Camber

Clamp

Locknuts

Camber

Insert

Telescoping

Tube

Telescoping

Tube Marks

Receiver Tube

Hex Bolts

Receiver Tube Clamp

FIGURE 17 - REMOVING/INSTALLING TELESCOPING TUBES

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WHEELS

PROCEDURE 5

WARNING

This Procedure includes the following:

Removing/Installing Rear Wheels

Adjusting Quick-Release Axle

The loc king p ins MUST b e p rotrud ing p a st

the insid e of the re a r whe e l a xle b ushing

for a p ositive loc k.

Installing Quad-Release Axle

Ke e p loc king pins c le a n.

Adjusting the Quad-Release Handle In and/or Out

Removing the Play From the Rear Wheels

Handrim Replacement

5. If locking pins are not protruding past the inside of

axle bushing or there is too much movement of rear

wheel assembly in a back and forth position, refer to

ADJUSTING THE QUICK-RELEASE AXLE or RE-

MOVING THE PLAY FROM THE REAR WHEELS

Repairing/Replacing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube

Wheel Lock Adjustment/Replacement

Replacing/AdjustingCasters

in this procedure of the manual.

Wheelchair

Frame

Quick-Release

Axle

Replacing Front Forks

Adjusting Caster Height

Installing Quick Release Casters

Adjusting Front Seat-To-Floor Height

FIGURE 1 - REMOVING/ INSTALLING REAR

WHEELS

ADJ USTING QUICK-RELEASE

WARNING

AXLE (FIGURE 2)

Afte r ANY a djustme nts, re pa ir or se rvic e a nd BE-

FORE use , ma ke sure a ll a tta c hme nt ha rdwa re is

tighte ne d se c ure ly - othe rwise , injury or da ma ge

ma y re sult.

1. Remove rear wheel and quick-release axle from

the wheelchair.

2. Depress detent pin in the quick-release axle and

slide axle through the wheel hub.

REMOVING/ INSTALLING REAR

WHEELS (FIGURE 1)

3. Release detent pin ensuring that the locking pins

are fully released.

4. Increase or decrease end play by adjusting the lock-

nut on the end of the quick-release axle.

NOTE: Each wheelchair frame has been designed for a

specific size rear wheel. Invacare does not recommend

changing rear wheel size.

WARNING

1. Push in the tip of the quick-release axle (with wheel)

and pull the axle out through the opening in the cen-

ter of the rear wheel.

Ma ke sure the de te nt pin a nd loc king pins of the

quic k-re le a se a xle a re fully re le a se d BEFORE op-

e ra ting the whe e lc ha ir.

2. Push in the tip of the quick-release axle again and

pull the axle out of the existing rear wheel.

Ke e p loc king pins c le a n.

5. Reinstall rear wheel onto the wheelchair.

3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite rear wheel.

Locknut

Camber Bushing

4. To reinstall the existing or install the new rear wheel

onto the wheelchair, reverse STEPS 1-3.

Locking

Pins

WARNING

Ma ke sure the de te nt pin a nd loc king pins of the

quic k/qua d-re le a se a xle a re fully re le a se d BE-

FORE ope ra ting the whe e lc ha ir.

Detent

Quick- Release Axle

Wheel Hub

NOTE: End of Quick-Release axle is shown for refer-

ence only. It is not visible when inserted into camber bar.

FIGURE 2 - ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE

AXLE

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PROCEDURE 5

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4. Tighten the locking screw.

INSTALLING QUAD-RELEASE AXLE

(FIGURE 3)

5. Reinstall the rear wheel and quad-release axle onto

the wheelchair.

1. Removerearwheelandexistingquick-releaseaxlefrom

wheelchair.

WARNING

Ma ke sure the de te nt pin a nd loc king pins of the

qua d-re le a se a xle a re fully re le a se d BEFORE op-

e ra ting the whe e lc ha ir.

2. RemoveEXISTINGquick-releaseaxlefromrearwheel

hub.

3. InsertNEWquad-releaseaxlethroughrearwheelhub.

Ke e p loc king pins c le a n.

4. Slidelockingcollarontoquad-releaseaxleuntilitissnug

againstrearwheelandtightensecurelywithallenscrew.

6. Flip the handle of the quad-release axle down to

release the detent pin ensuring that the locking pins

are fully released.

5. Reinstall rear wheel and the quad-release axle onto

the wheelchair.

7. Repeat the above procedures until the quad-release

axle locks correctly.

WARNING

Ma ke sure the de te nt pin a nd loc king pins of the

qua d-re le a se a xle a re fully re le a se d BEFORE op-

e ra ting the whe e lc ha ir.

Locking Pins

Quad-Release

Handle

Ke e p loc king pins c le a n.

Camber Bushing

6. Flip handle of quad-release axle down to release

detentpinensuringthatlockingpinsarefullyreleased.

7. If detent pin does not fully release, proceed to ADJUST-

INGTHEQUAD-RELEASEHANDLEINAND/OROUT.

Locking Screw

8. Repeat STEPS 1-7 for the opposite rear wheel.

FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING QUAD- RELEASE HANDLE IN/

AND OR OUT

Quad-Release

Axle

Allen

Screw

Camber

Bushing

REMOVING THE PLAY FROM THE

REAR WHEELS (FIGURE 5)

NOTE:Theadjustingnutonthequick-releaseaxlesorigi-

nally performed this function.

Locking Collar

Rear Wheel Hub

NOTE: End of Quad-Release axle is shown for refer-

ence only. It is not visible when inserted into camber bar.

FIGURE 3 - INSTALLING QUAD-RELEASE AXLE

1. With the rear wheel and quad-release axle still

mounted onto the wheelchair, tighten the length

adjusting screw until there is no in and out move-

ment of the quad-release axle and rear wheel.

ADJ USTING THE QUAD-RELEASE

HANDLE IN AND/ OR OUT (FIGURE 4)

1. Remove rear wheel and the quad-release axle from

the wheelchair.

2. Loosen the locking screw.

3. Make the following adjustments:

If the quad-release handle is not releasing the lock-

ingpinscompletely, rotatethequad-releasehandle

approximately one-quarter (1/4) turn CLOCKWISE.

Length Adjustment Screw

FIGURE 5 - REMOVING THE PLAY FROM THE REAR

WHEELS

If the quad-release handle hits the spokes of the

rear wheel when assembled, rotate the quad-re-

lease handle approximately one-quarter (1/4) turn

COUNTERCLOCKWISE.

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WHEELS

PROCEDURE 5

NOTE: Before adjusting or replacing the High/Under

mount wheel locks, ensure that the tires are inflated to

the recommended psi on the sidewall of the tire.

HANDRIM REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 6)

1. Remove rear wheel from the wheelchair.

1. Loosen the hex screw(s) that secure the High/Un-

der mount wheel locks to the seat frame.

WARNING

Tire MUST be de fla te d be fore a ny disa sse mbly

proc e dure s a re pe rforme d.

2. Perform one (1) of the following:

2. Remove all air from the tire by pressing down on the

pin in the center of the valve stem.

A. REPLACING THE HIGH/UNDER MOUNT

WHEEL LOCK:

1. Remove the hex screws and remove the ex-

isting wheel lock from the wheelchair.

3. While carefully holding the tire, bar and rim strip to

one side, hold the phillips screws and remove the

locknuts that secure the handrim to the rear wheel.

2. Install the NEW wheel lock.

4. Remove the existing handrim.

B. ADJUSTING THE HIGH/UNDER MOUNT

WHEEL LOCK:

5. Install the new handrim by reversing the above pro-

cedures.

1. Proceed to STEP 3.

WARNING

3. Adjustpositionofwheellockuntilthe3/16-inchengage-

ment with the tire is obtained.

DO NOT infla te tire until it is completely a ssembled.

NOTE: Any wheel lock adjustment should embed the

wheel lock shoe at least 3/16-inch into the pneumatic tire

when engaged.

6. Inflate tire to correct psi rating on the sidewall of tire.

WARNING

Ma ke sure de te nt pin is fully re le a se d BEFORE

WARNING

ope ra ting the whe e lc ha ir.

A-6S AND F-6S WHEELCHAIRS ONLY - Whe e l loc ks

MUST be c he c ke d for e nga ge me nt with the

whe e lc ha ir oc c upie d AND unoc c upie d. Othe r-

wise , injury or da ma ge ma y oc c ur.

7. Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair.

8. Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel

if necessary.

Phillips

Screw

4. Engage the wheel locks and push against the wheel-

chair and determine if wheel locks engage the rear

wheels enough to hold the wheelchair.

Handrim

5. Repeat the STEPS 3-4 until the wheel locks hold

the wheelchair.

Locknut

Hex Screws

FIGURE 6 - HANDRIM REPLACEMENT

REPAIRING/ REPLACING REAR

WHEEL TIRE/ TUBE

WARNING

Under Mount

Wheel Lock

High Mount Wheel Lock

Re pla c e me nt of a pne uma tic tire or tube MUST

be pe rforme d by a qua lifie d te c hnic ia n.

3/16-inch

High Mount

Under Mount

Wheel Lock

Shoe

WHEEL LOCK ADJ USTMENT/

REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 7)

Wheel Lock

Shoe

Tire

NOTE:INVACARErecommendsUNDERmountwheels

locks when engaging in any contact sport.

FIGURE 7 - WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT

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PROCEDURE 5

WHEELS

REPLACING/ ADJ USTING CASTERS

(FIGURE 8)

REPLACING FORKS (FIGURE 9)

1. Remove front casters from wheelchair. Refer to RE-

PLACING CASTERS in this section of the manual.

NOTE: Both casters should be the same size.

2. Remove the headtube cap.

1. REPLACING CASTERS ONLY - If replacing the

EXISTING caster with the same size NEW caster,

note the mounting position of the EXISTING caster.

3. Remove the locknut and washer(s).

NOTE: There may be up to four (4) washers on the fork

stem above and/or below the headtube. Note the num-

ber and position of these washers for reinstallation.

2. Remove the bolt and locknut that secure the caster

and axle spacers to the fork.

4. Drop the fork out of the caster headtube.

5. Slide the new fork into the caster headtube.

NOTE: Check bearing assemblies and replace if necessary.

3. Perform one (1) of the following:

A. REPLACING CASTERS -

1. Remove existing caster and axle spacers

from fork.

6. Ensure that fork slides completely into caster headtube.

7. Install washer(s) and secure with locknut.

2. Install the new caster, bolt, locknut and axle

spacers onto the fork and securely tighten.

WARNING

B. ADJUSTING CASTER POSITION -

1. Install the caster, bolt, locknut and axle spac-

ers onto the fork in the mounting position

Imprope r positioning of the wa she r will prohibit

the fre e move me nt of the fork.

determined in ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT- 8. Reinstall existing/install new front casters onto the

wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING CASTERS in this

section of the manual.

TO-FLOORHEIGHTinthisprocedureofthe

manual. Tighten securely

9. To properly tighten caster journal system and guard

against flutter, perform the following check:

4. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite caster if necessary.

NOTE: If replacing casters with a different size than what

was originally on the wheelchair, the caster height MUST

be adjusted to keep the wheelchair frame parallel to the

floor. Refer to ADJUSTING CASTER HEIGHT in this

section of the manual.

A. Tip front of wheelchair off floor.

B. Pivot forks and casters to top of their arc simul-

taneously.

C. Let casters drop to bottom of arc (wheels should

swing once to one-side, then immediately rest in

a straight downward position).

Locknut

Fork

Bolt

D. Adjustlocknutsaccordingtofreedomofcasterswing.

E. Test wheelchair for maneuverability.

Headtube Cap

Locknut

Washer

Caster

Headtube

Axle

Spacer

NOTE: Only one

(1) washer is

shown here for

clarity. Theremay

be up to four (4)

washers on the

fork stem.

Axle

Spacer

Caster

Fork

FIGURE 8 - REPLACING CASTERS

FIGURE 9 - REPLACING FRONT FORKS

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WHEELS

PROCEDURE 5

ADJ USTING CASTER HEIGHT

(FIGURE 10)

INSTALLING QUICK-RELEASE

CASTERS (FIGURE 11)

1. Place the wheelchair on a flat surface.

2. Remove the headtube cap on the fork.

WARNING

Pull on quic k-re le a se c a ste rs e a c h time BEFORE

using the whe e lc ha ir to ma ke sure the y a re se -

c ure ly loc ke d onto the whe e lc ha ir fra me .

3. Removethelocknutthatsecurestheforktothewheel-

chair frame.

4. Perform one (1) of the following:

There a re severa l configura tions of the quick re-

lea se ca ster. If ca ster fork stem DOES NOT look like

the dra wing in FIGURE 11 when insta lled, DO NOT

USE. Conta ct Customer Service, 1-(800)-333-6900.

A. INSTALLING SPACERS - Perform the following:

1. Remove spacer from fork stem.

2. Remove fork stem from caster headtube.

3. Install the spacer onto the fork stem.

A Note About Quick-release Casters

4. Install the fork stem through the headtube.

5. Loosely secure the fork stem with the locknut.

Quick-release casters are an option that allow for quick and

easyremovalofthecastersfromthewheelchairsothewheel-

chair can be stored and transported conveniently. When us-

ing the quick-release caster option, a spring loaded caster

headtubecapwillbeusedinsteadofastemnuttosecurethe

front caster to the chair frame. Unlike the stem nut, the caster

head tube cap is not adjustable and thus caster flutter will be

moreevidentwiththequick-releasecasteroptionthanitwould

be with the standard caster attaching hardware.

B. REMOVING SPACERS - Perform the following:

1. Remove fork stem from caster headtube.

2. Remove the spacer from the fork stem.

3. Install the fork stem through the headtube.

4. Install the spacer onto the fork stem.

5. Loosely secure the fork stem with the locknut.

1. Remove the bolt and locknut that secure the front

caster and the two (2) spacers to the fork.

C. NO SPACER ADJUSTMENT NECESSARY -

Proceed to STEP 5.

5. Position a large right triangle or "L" square on the flat

surfaceandagainstthecasterheadtubethatiswelded

to the wheelchair frame.

2. Remove the dust cover on the top of the headtube.

3. While holding the fork and using a socket wrench,

remove the locknut that secures the fork, and spacer

in the headtube of the wheelchair.

6. Adjust the height of the casters by either adding or

removing washers on top of the fork stem until the

wheelchair frame is parallel with the floor.

NOTE: The dust cover and locknut are not used with the

quick release casters. Keep them for future use.

7. Reinstall the locknut and head tube cap onto the

wheelchair.

4. Removetheexistingforkandinstallthequickrelease

caster fork through the headtube of the wheelchair

making sure the fork stem is approximately 1/4-inch

above the caster headtube.

8. Repeat this procedure for the opposite front caster.

Locknut

Caster

Headtube

WARNING

Ma ke sure the de te nt pin of the quic k-re le a se

c a ste r he a dtube c a p is fully re le a se d BEFORE op-

e ra ting the whe e lc ha ir.

Fork Stem

5. Depress the detent pin of the quick-release caster

headtube cap and install over the top of the quick-

release caster fork stem.

"L"

Square

Washers

or Spacers

(NOT

6. Release the detent pin of the quick-release caster

headtube cap and pull on the fork to make sure the

fork is securely attached to the wheelchair.

SHOWN)

7. Reinstallthetwo(2)spacersandcasterontothequick-

release caster fork.

FIGURE 10 - ADJUSTING CASTER HEIGHT

8. Repeat this procedure for the opposite side.

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2. Refer to the chart to determine the frame size.

Quick-Release

Caster Fork

Stem

Approximately

1/4-inch

LENGTH (INCHES)

FRAME SIZE

9.86

10.86

11.86

12.86

13.86

Caster

Headtube

Quick- Release

Caster

Headtube Cap

Detent

Dust Cover

Seat

Upholstery

Locknut

Spacer

Seat Rail

LENGTH

(INCHES)

Bottom of

Caster

Headtube

Fork Stem

Fork

FIGURE 12 - DETERMINING FRAME SIZE

Front Seat-to-floor Height Adjustm ent

NOTE: Refer to STABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 for warn-

ings concerning wheelchair stability.

Bolt

FIGURE 11 - INSTALLING QUICK-RELEASE CASTERS

Seat-to-floor height is determined by measuring from the

top of the seat rail to the ground/floor.

ADJ USTING FRONT

SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

The different seat-to-floor heights are possible by using

different combinations of caster size, caster position, and

axle tube position.

WARNING

1. Refer to the charts on the following pages to deter-

mine available front seat-to-floor heights for each

wheelchair frame size.

The position of the footrest, seat angle, back angle,

seating system/upholstery, caster size and position,

rear wheel size and position, anti-tippers, as well as

the user condition directly relate to the stability of the

wheelchair. Any change to one (1) or any combi-

nation of the ten (10) may cause the wheelchair to

decrease in stability. EXTREME care MUST be taken

when changing the stability of the wheelchair. Refer

tothe chartinSTABILITYin PROCEDURE1ofthismanual.

2. Determine the changes needed to the casters, axle

tube and anti-tippers by reading across the chart for

the seat-to-floor height determined in STEP 1.

3. After determining the caster size, refer to REPLAC-

ING CASTERS in this procedure of the manual to

replace the casters or adjust the caster position.

4. After replacing or adjusting the caster size/position,

refer to ADJUSTING CASTER HEIGHT in this pro-

cedure of the manual to add/remove fork spacers

and add/remove washers to ensure caster

headtubes are perpendicular to the ground.

NOTE: Each wheelchair frame has been designed for a

specific size rear wheel. Invacare does not recommend

changing rear wheel size.

WARNING

5. After adjusting the caster height, refer to REPOSI-

TIONING THE AXLE TUBE in PROCEDURE 4 of

the manual to adjust the axle tube position.

Forks for quic k re le a se c a ste rs a re a va ila ble in

diffe re nt size s to a c c ommoda te spa c e rs. If the

whe e lc ha ir is e quippe d with quic k re le a se c a st-

e rs, DO NOT a djust front se a t-to-floor he ight with-

out c ha nging forks.

6. Anti-tipper height (if applicable) must be adjusted to

maintain 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between the bot-

tom of the anti-tipper wheels and the floor. Refer to

ADJUSTING ANTI-TIPPER HEIGHT in PROCE-

DURE 7 of this manual.

Determ ining Fram e Size (FIGURE 12)

1. To determine frame size, measure from the bottom of

the caster headtube to the top of the seat rail at the

edge of the seat upholstery.

7. Ensure wheellocks engage properly. Refer to

WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT in

this procedure of the manual.

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PROCEDURE 5

1 7 -INCH FRAME FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

NOTE: The seat-to-floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts. If wheelchair

is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/2-inch from the measurements listed below. All heights are approximate

to +1/4-inch due to tire wear and air pressure.

* NOTE: Anti-tippers are available in two (2) sizes - “A” and “B”. Note the size shown in the chart below.

FRONT

SEAT-TO-FLOOR

HEIGHT

CASTER

SIZE AND

POSITION

AXLE

TUBE

POSITION

REAR WHEEL SIZE

ANTI-TIPPER SIZE* AND POSITION

16-INCHES

17-INCHES

17.5-INCHES

3-INCH

5-INCH

TOP

N/A

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

TOP

N/A

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

3-INCH

Spacer

MIDDLE

N/A

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

5-INCH

6-INCH

MIDDLE

N/A

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

BOTTOM

N/A

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

18-INCHES

5-INCH

Spacer

BOTTOM

N/A

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

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1 8 -INCH FRAME FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

NOTE: The seat-to-floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts. If wheelchair

is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/2-inch from the measurements listed below. All heights are approximate

to +1/4-inch due to tire wear and air pressure.

* NOTE: Anti-tippers are available in two (2) sizes - “A” and “B”. Note the size shown in the chart below.

FRONT

SEAT-TO-FLOOR

HEIGHT

CASTER

SIZE AND

POSITION

AXLE

TUBE

POSITION

REAR WHEEL SIZE

ANTI-TIPPER SIZE* AND POSITION

17-INCHES

18-INCHES

18.5-INCHES

3-INCH

5-INCH

TOP

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

TOP

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

3-INCH

Spacer

MIDDLE

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

5-INCH

6-INCH

MIDDLE

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

BOTTOM

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

19-INCHES

5-INCH

Spacer

BOTTOM

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

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PROCEDURE 5

1 9 -INCH FRAME FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

NOTE: The seat-to-floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts. If wheelchair

is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/2-inch from the measurements listed below. All heights are approximate

to +1/4-inch due to tire wear and air pressure.

* NOTE: Anti-tippers are available in two (2) sizes - “A” and “B”. Note the size shown in the chart below.

FRONT

SEAT-TO-FLOOR

HEIGHT

CASTER

SIZE AND

POSITION

AXLE

TUBE

POSITION

REAR WHEEL SIZE

ANTI-TIPPER SIZE* AND POSITION

18-INCHES

19-INCHES

19.5-INCHES

3-INCH

5-INCH

TOP

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

TOP

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

3-INCH

Spacer

MIDDLE

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

5-INCH

6-INCH

MIDDLE

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

BOTTOM

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

20-INCHES

5-INCH

Spacer

BOTTOM

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

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PROCEDURE 5

WHEELS

2 0 -INCH FRAME FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

NOTE: The seat-to-floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts. If wheelchair

is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/2-inch from the measurements listed below. All heights are approximate

to +1/4-inch due to tire wear and air pressure.

* NOTE: Anti-tippers are available in two (2) sizes - “A” and “B”. Note the size shown in the chart below.

FRONT

SEAT-TO-FLOOR

HEIGHT

CASTER

SIZE AND

POSITION

AXLE

TUBE

POSITION

REAR WHEEL SIZE

ANTI-TIPPER SIZE* AND POSITION

19-INCHES

20-INCHES

20.5-INCHES

3-INCH

5-INCH

TOP

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

TOP

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

3-INCH

Spacer

MIDDLE

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

5-INCH

6-INCH

MIDDLE

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

BOTTOM

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

21-INCHES

5-INCH

Spacer

BOTTOM

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

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WHEELS

PROCEDURE 5

2 1 -INCH FRAME FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

NOTE: The seat-to-floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts. If wheelchair

is equipped with urethane tires, subtract 1/2-inch from the measurements listed below. All heights are approximate

to +1/4-inch due to tire wear and air pressure.

* NOTE: Anti-tippers are available in two (2) sizes - “A” and “B”. Note the size shown in the chart below.

FRONT

SEAT-TO-FLOOR

HEIGHT

CASTER

SIZE AND

POSITION

AXLE

TUBE

POSITION

REAR WHEEL SIZE

ANTI-TIPPER SIZE* AND POSITION

20-INCHES

21-INCHES

21.5-INCHES

3-INCH

5-INCH

TOP

N/A

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

TOP

N/A

UPPER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

3-INCH

Spacer

MIDDLE

N/A

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

5-INCH

6-INCH

MIDDLE

N/A

LOWER Two (2)

Mounting Holes

BOTTOM

N/A

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

22-INCHES

5-INCH

Spacer

BOTTOM

N/A

LOWER Two (2) Mounting Holes

INVERTED CAMBER CLAMPS

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PROCEDURE 6

FOOTREST

Footplate Depth Adjustm ent

This Procedure includes the following:

Footrest Replacement/Adjustment

1. Note the height of the footrest and the angle of the

footplate for reinstallation.

WARNING

2. Loosen, but do not remove the two (2) allen screws

securing the footrest tubes to the wheelchair frame.

Afte r ANY a djustme nts, re pa ir or se rvic e a nd BE-

FORE use , ma ke sure a ll a tta c hme nt ha rdwa re is

tighte ne d se c ure ly - othe rwise , injury or da ma ge

ma y re sult.

3. Remove the two (2) footrest tubes from the wheel-

chair frame.

4. Loosen, but do not remove the four (4) locknuts that

secure the footplate to the footrest tubes.

FOOTREST REPLACEMENT/

ADJ USTMENT (FIGURE 1)

5. Remove the footrest tubes from the footrest.

6. Insert the footrest tubes into one (1) of two (2) depth

mounting positions to accommodate the user.

WARNING

The position of the footre st, se a t a ngle , ba c k

a ngle, sea ting system/upholstery, ca ster size a nd

position, rea r wheel size a nd position, a nti-tippers,

a s we ll a s the use r c ondition dire c tly re la te to the

sta bility of the whe e lc ha ir. Any c ha nge to one

(1) or a ny c ombina tion of the te n (10) ma y c a use

the whe e lc ha ir to d e c re a se in sta b ility.

EXTREMEc a re MUST be ta ke n whe n c ha nging the

sta bility of the whe e lc ha ir.

7. Adjust the angle of the footrest plate to the position

noted in STEP 1.

8. Tighten the four (4) locknuts that secure the footplate

to the footrest tubes.

9. Insert the footrest tubes into the wheelchair frame.

10. Adjust the footrest tubes to the height noted in STEP 1.

11. Tighten the two (2) allen screws to secure the foot-

rest tubes to the wheelchair frame.

The footre st a sse mbly MUST be a t le a st 1-3/4-

inc he s a bove the ground/floor to a void hitting

protruding obje c ts whe n using this whe e lc ha ir.

Replacing the Footrest

Allen

Screws

1. Loosen, but do not remove the two (2) allen screws

that secure the footrest to the wheelchair frame.

2. Slide the existing footrest tubes out of the wheel-

chair frame and install new footrest by reversing this

step.

3. Position the NEW footrest to a determined height.

Footrest

Tubes

4. Tighten the two (2) allen screws that secure the foot-

rest to the wheelchair frame.

5. Adjust the footplate to the desired position. Refer to

FOOTPLATE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT and/or

FOOTPLATE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT in this sec-

tion of the manual.

Flat

Screw

Footplate Angle Adjustm ent

1. Loosen, but do not remove the four (4) locknuts that

secure the footplate to the two (2) footrest tubes.

Footplate

Depth

Mounting

Positions

2. Position the footplate to the necessary angle to

accommodate the user.

3. Retighten the four (4) locknuts.

Washers

Locknuts

FIGURE 1 - FOOTREST REPLACEMENT/ADJUSTMENT

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ANTI-TIPPERS

PROCEDURE 7

This Procedure includes the following:

Anti-tipper Adjustment/Replacement

Anti-tipper Replacem ent

1. Press in the release button that secures the existing

anti-tipper to the anti-tipper socket and remove the

anti-tipper from the anti-tipper socket.

WARNING

2. Insert the new anti-tipper into the anti-tipper socket

until release button engages.

Afte r ANY a djustme nts, re pa ir or se rvic e a nd BE-

FORE use , ma ke sure a ll a tta c hme nt ha rdwa re is

tighte ne d se c ure ly - othe rwise , injury or da ma ge

ma y re sult.

3. Press in the release button on the anti-tipper bar and

install the anti-tipper wheels onto the new anti-tipper

bar.

ANTI-TIPPER ADJ USTMENT/

REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 1)

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.

WARNING

NOTE: A 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between the bottom

of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor must be

maintained.

Anti-tippers a re specific to the rea r wheel size a nd/

or se a t-to-floor he ights. Re fe r to the c ha rts in this

proc e dure a nd in ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT-TO-

FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 5 of this ma nua l

for correct usa ge a nd a djustment. If these require-

me nts CANNOT be a c hie ve d, DO NOT use the

whe e lc ha ir. Conta c t a qua lifie d te c hnic ia n. Any

c ha nge s to the se a t-to-floor he ight ma y re quire

a diffe re nt a nti-tippe r a djustme nt.

6. If necessary, adjust the height of the anti-tippers.

Refer to ANTI-TIPPER ADJUSTMENT in this sec-

tion of the manual.

SIZE* REAR

PART

MEASUREMENT

WHEEL NUMBER

Anti-tippe rs MUST BE a tta c he d a t a ll time s. Ina s-

muc h a s the ANTI-TIPPERS a re a n option on this

whe e lc a hir (You ma y orde r it with or without the

a nti-tippe rs), Inva c a re strongly re c omme nds or-

dering the a nti-tippers a s a n a dditiona l sa fegua rd

for the whe e lc ha ir use r.

22-inch 1093991

17-inches

24-inch 1100916

26-inch

19.5-inches

Anti-tippe rs MUST be fully e nga ge d. Ensure the

the relea se button of the a nti-tipper fully protrudes

out of the hole in the a nti-tippe r soc ke t.

*Size refers to the charts in ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT-

TO-FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 5 of the manual.

DETAIL "A" - ANTI-TIPPER

ADJUSTMENT HOLES

Ensure both a nti-tippe rs a re a djuste d to the sa me

he ight.

TOP adjustment hole

NOTE: To ensure the correct model anti-tipper is used

refer to FIGURE 1. Measurements for anti-tippers are

approximate and are taken using the TOP adjusment

hole ont he anti-tipper (DETAIL "A").

Anti-tipper

Bar

Anti-tipper Adjustm ent

NOTE: If the camber or mounting position of the axle

tube is changed, the anti-tippers MUST be readjusted to

maintain a 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between the bot-

tom of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor.

Camber

Clamp

Release

Buttons

Anti-tipper

1. Press in the release button that secures the anti-

tipper wheels to the anti-tipper bar.

2. Adjust the height of the anti-tipper wheels to between

1-1/2 and 2-inches of the ground/floor. Refer to the

charts in ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR

HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 5 of the manual to deter-

mine the proper adjustment hole.

Hole

Anti-tipper Socket

1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance

3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite anti-tipper.

FIGURE 1 - ANTI-TIPPER ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT

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PROCEDURE 8

ARMS

NOTE: If desired, locking pins can be installed to secure

the T-arm brackets to the wheelchair frame, as shown in

FIGURE 1.

This Procedure includes the following:

Installing the T-Arm Sockets

Installing/Removing the T-Arms

Adjusting the T-Arms

6. RepeatSTEPS2-5 fortheoppositesideofthewheel-

chair.

Adjusting the T-Arm Transfer Assists and/or Side

Guards

7. Install the T-arms into the T-arm sockets. Refer to

INSTALLING/REMOVINGTHET-ARMS inthissec-

tion of the manual.

Replacing the T-Arm Locking Lever

Installing the Half Arm Socket

Adjusting Half Arm Height

Hex Screws

Optional Locking Pins

Wheelchair Frame

Washers

WARNING

NEVER try to lift or tip the whe e lc ha ir by T- or ha lf

a rms, se rious injury c a n oc c ur.

Afte r ANY a djustme nts, re pa ir or se rvic e a nd BE-

FORE use , ma ke sure a ll a tta c hme nt ha rdwa re is

tighte ne d se c ure ly - othe rwise , injury or da ma ge

ma y re sult.

T-Arm Clamp

T-Arm Socket

FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING THE T-ARM SOCKETS

INSTALLING THE T-ARM SOCKETS

(FIGURE 1)

INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE T-ARMS

(FIGURE 2)

1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer

to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in

PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

Installing

1. Position the T-arm over the T-arm socket on the

wheelchair frame.

2. Position the T-arm socket and T-arm clamp on the

wheelchair frame as shown in FIGURE 1.

NOTE: Make sure the locking lever is towards the front

of the wheelchair.

NOTE: The T-arm socket must be positioned on the

outside of the wheelchair frame.

2. Slide the T-arm into the T-arm socket until the lock-

ing lever is in the slot in the T-arm socket and an

audible "click" is heard.

3. Install the hex screws and washers through the T-

arm clamp and T-arm socket and loosely tighten.

4. Tighten the hex screws and washers that secure the

T-arm mounting socket to the wheelchair frame in

the following sequence:

3. PullupontheT-armtomakesuretheT-armislocked

in place.

NOTE: If the T-arm does not slide in the T-arm socket as

desired, adjust the T-arm socket. Refer to ADJUSTING

THE T-ARMS in this section of the manual.

A. Middle hex screw and washer.

B. The two (2) outside hex screws and washers.

5. Continue to repeat STEP 4 until the hex bolts are

torqued to 156-inch pounds.

4. Adjust the T-arm for desired height, width and depth,

if necessary. Refer to ADJUSTING THE T-ARMS in

this section of the manual.

NOTE: Make sure the hex bolts are torqued to 156-inch

pounds, otherwise the T-arm sockets will be capable of

rotating around the wheelchair frame.

5. RepeatSTEPS1-4 fortheoppositesideofthewheel-

chair.

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ARMS

PROCEDURE 8

Rem oving

A. Tighten - Tightening the set screws on the out-

side T-arm post will make it harder to move the

inside T-arm post up and down.

1. PressinonthelockingleverandlifttheT-armstraight

up and out of the T-arm socket.

B. Loosen - Loosening the set screws on the out-

side T-arm post will make it easier to move the

inside T-arm post up and down.

NOTE: If the T-arm does not slide up and down in the T-

arm socket as desired, adjust the T-arm socket. Refer to

ADJUSTING THE T-ARMS in this section of the manual.

3. Lock the T-arm by flipping the T-arm release lever

towards the front of the wheelchair.

2. Repeat STEP 2 for the opposite side of the wheel-

chair.

Inside T-Arm

Set

Screws

Post

T-Arm

Outside

T- Arm Post

T-Arm Release Lever -

Unlocked Position

Wheelchair

T-Arm Release Lever - Locked Position

Frame

Locking Lever

(Towards the

FIGURE 3 - ADJUSTING T-ARM HEIGHT

front of the

wheelchair.)

T-Arm

Socket

Adjusting T-Arm Width (FIGURE 4)

Slot

1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the

arm pad to the arm tube.

FIGURE 2 - INSTALLING/REMOVING THE T-ARMS

2. Turn the arm pad around and reposition the arm

pad on the arm tube.

3. Re-secure the arm pad to the arm tube with the two

(2) phillips screws.

ADJ USTING THE T-ARMS

Adjusting T-Arm Height (FIGURE 3)

4. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary.

1. Unlock the T-arm by flipping the T-arm release lever

towards the inside of the wheelchair.

NOTE: If necessary, Pull out on the T-arm release lever

and rotate 180^oso it can be flipped towards the outside

of the wheelchair.

Arm Pad

Arm Tube

2. Slide the T-arm to one (1) of:

Phillips

Screw

Phillips Screw

A. Low Height T-Arms - Nine (9) positions.

B. High Height T-Arms - Seven (7) positions.

FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING THE T-ARM WIDTH

NOTE: If the inside T-arm post does not slide up and

down in the outside T-arm post as desired, perform one

(1) of the following:

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PROCEDURE 8

ARMS

Adjusting T-Arm Depth (FIGURE 5)

4. Loosen, but do not remove the four (4) hex screws

and washers that secure the T-arm socket together.

1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the

arm pad to the arm tube.

NOTE: The T-arm socket will disassemble if the four (4)

hex screws and washers are removed.

2. Remove the two (2) socket screws that secure the

arm tube to the T-arm post.

5. Slide the T-arm into the T-arm socket until the lock

lever is in the slot in the T-arm socket and an audible

"click" is heard.

3. Reposition the arm tube on the T-arm post:

A. Desk Length Arms - to one (1) of three (3) posi-

6. Squeeze the T-arm socket together until the socket

is flush with the T-arm.

tions depending on the desired arm pad depth.

B. Full Length Arms - to one (1) of five (5) posi-

7. While holding the T-arm socket together, tighten the

four (4) hex screws and washers securely.

tions depending on the desired arm pad depth.

NOTE: Additional positions are obtainable by turning the

arm tube 180^o.

8. PressinonthelockingleverandlifttheT-armstraight

up and out of the T-arm socket.

4. Re-secure the arm tube to the T-arm post with the

two (2) socket screws.

9. RepeatSTEPS5-7, ifnecessaryuntiltheT-armslides

in the T-arm socket as desired.

5. Reattach the arm pad to the arm tube with the two

(2) phillips screws.

10. Reinstall the T-arm socket onto the wheelchair. Re-

fer to INSTALLING THE T-ARM SOCKETS in this

section of the manual.

6. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary.

Hex Screws

Optional Locking Pins

Wheelchair Frame

Arm Pad

Socket

Washers

Arm Tube

Screws

NOTE: If

necessary, turn

T-Arm Clamp

arm tube 180^o

Phillips

Screw

to obtain two

(2) positions.

T-Arm Socket

T-Arm

Post

Phillips Screw

FIGURE 5 - ADJUSTING THE T-ARM DEPTH

T-Arm

Adjusting T-Arm Sockets (FIGURE 6)

1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer

to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in of

thismanual.

Hex Screws

and Washers

2. Remove the three (3) hex screws and washers that

secure the T-arm socket and T-arm clamp to the

wheelchairframe andremovetheT-armsocketfrom

the wheelchair.

T-Arm

Socket

Hex Screws

and Washers

3. If equipped with optional locking pins, remove the

locking pins that secure the T-arm socket to the

wheelchair frame.

FIGURE 6 - ADJUSTING T-ARM SOCKETS

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ARMS

PROCEDURE 8

ADJ USTING THE T-ARM TRANSFER REPLACING THE T-ARM LOCKING

ASSISTS AND/ OR SIDE GUARDS

(FIGURE 7)

LEVER (FIGURE 8)

1. Remove the T-arm from the wheelchair. Refer to

INSTALLING/REMOVINGTHET-ARMSinthissec-

tion of the manual.

1. Remove the T-arm from the wheelchair. Refer to IN-

STALLING/REMOVING THE T-ARMS in this sec-

tion of the manual.

2. Remove the phillips bolt and locknut that secure the

existing locking lever to the bottom bracket.

2. Remove the bottom socket screw that secures the

side guard to the bottom clamp.

CAUTION

The locking lever is spring loa ded. Pla ce your free

ha nd ove r the loc king le ve r to pre ve nt the pa rts

from springing off of the bottom bra c ke t.

3. Move the bottom clamp to one (1) of three (3) mount-

ing holes in the side guard.

NOTE: The middle mounting hole is the standard mount-

ing position for rigid wheelchairs.

3. Remove the existing locking lever and spring from

the bottom bracket.

NOTE: The bottom mounting hole is the standard mount-

ing position for folding wheelchairs.

NOTE: Inspect the spring and replace if necessary.

NOTE: The top mounting hole is an optional mounting

position for folding or rigid wheelchairs.

4. Position the spring on the bottom bracket as shown

in FIGURE 8.

4. Re-secure the side guard to the bottom clamp with

the socket screw.

5. Position the new locking lever onto the spring and

the bottom bracket.

5. Install the T-arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to IN-

STALLING/REMOVING THE T-ARMS in this sec-

tion of the manual.

NOTE:Makesurethetwo(2)extendedendsofthespring

are inside the notch in the locking lever.

6. Line up the mounting holes in the new locking lever,

spring and bottom bracket.

Extended Ends

Top

Middle

Side

Guard

Bottom

T-Arm

Spring

Bottom

Bracket

Transfer

Assist

Notch

Locknut

Locking

Socket

Screws

Phillips Bolt

Lever

Bottom Clamp

FIGURE 8 - REPLACING THE T-ARM LOCKING LEVER

FIGURE 7 - ADJUSTING THE T-ARM TRANSFER ASSISTS

AND/OR SIDE GUARDS

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PROCEDURE 8

ARMS

ADJ USTING HALF ARM HEIGHT

(FIGURE 10)

WARNING

DO NOT ove r tighte n the loc knut tha t se c ure s the

loc king le ve r to the bottom bra c ke t. Ove r tight-

e ning this loc knut will pre ve nt the loc king le ve r

from ope ra ting prope rly, possibly c a using injury.

1. Remove the half arm from the arm socket.

2. Remove the hex screw, two (2) washers and locknut

mounted in the arm socket that determine the half

arm height.

7. Install the phillips bolt and tighten securely with the

locknut.

3. Reposition hex screw and one (1) washer to one (1)

ofthree(3)positionsdependingonthedesiredheight.

8. Install the T-arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to IN-

STALLING/REMOVING THE T-ARMS in this sec-

tion of the manual.

4. Retighten the hex screw and washer to the arm

socket with the remaining washer and locknut.

INSTALLING THE HALF ARM

SOCKET (FIGURE 9)

5. Reinstall the half arm into the arm socket.

6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite side, if neces-

sary.

1. Remove the two (2) locknuts and washers securing

the back angle bracket to the back cane.

Half

2. Position the half arm socket onto the two (2) hex

screws.

Arm

Arm Socket

3. Install one (1) washer onto each hex screw.

4. Secure the half arm socket to the back cane with the

locknut. Tighten securely.

5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for the opposite arm socket.

Three (3)

Mounting

Positions

Locknut

Hex Screw

Half Arm

Washers

FIGURE 10 - ADJUSTING HALF ARM HEIGHT

Hex

Screw

Arm

Socket

Coved

Washers

Washer

Back

Angle

Bracket

Locknuts

Mounting

Holes

Washer

FIGURE 9 - INSTALLING THE HALF ARM SOCKET

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SUSPENSION

PROCEDURE 9

4. Install the locknut onto the mounting bolt.

This Procedure includes the following:

Elastomers and Suspension

Replacing Rear Elastomers

NOTE: It may be necessary to compress the rear suspen-

sion system to install the locknut onto the mounting bolt.

5. Tightenthelocknutuntilthree (3) threads can be seen

on the end of mounting bolt.

Replacing Front Elastomers

6. Ensure wheel locks engage properly. Refer to

WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT in

PROCEDURE 5 of the manual.

WARNING

AfterANYadjustments, repairorservice and BEFORE

use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened

securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.

Mounting Bolt

Telescoping

Tube

NOTE: The following procedures are for the A-6S and

F-6S ONLY.

Nylon Washer

ELASTOMERS AND SUSPENSION

Suspension

Arm

CAUTION

We a the r c ond itions m a y a ffe c t e la stom e rs.

Inva c a re re c omme nds tha t e la stome rs be re -

pla c e d onc e a ye a r, othe rwise the pe rforma nc e

of the whe e lc ha ir ma y be a ffe c te d.

UPPER

Elastomer

NOTE: The performance of the wheelchair will be affected

if elastomers ARE NOT the same on BOTH SIDES of the

wheelchair.

Nylon

Washer

NOTE: If elastomers squeak, lubricate the ends of the

elastomers and the shaft of the mounting bolt that se-

cures the elastomers to the suspension tube with a sili-

cone based lubricant.

Recessed

Spacer

LOWER

Elastomer

Locknut

FIGURE 1 - REPLACING REAR ELASTOMERS

REPLACING REAR ELASTOMERS

(FIGURE 1)

REPLACING FRONT ELASTOMERS

(FIGURE 2)

1. Refer to the following chart to determine the elas-

tomers required for the user's weight.

WARNING

NOTE: Periodically review the following chart to make

suretherearsuspensionstillcorrespondstouser'sweight.

Ensure the detent ba ll protrudes pa st the fork BE-

FORE use. Otherwise, injury or da ma ge ma y occur.

USER'S

ELASTOMERS

1. Remove the bolt and locknut securing the fork to the

fork stem.

WEIGHT (IN LBS.)

REQUIRED (PER SIDE)

UPPER

LOWER

2. Remove the EXISTING elastomer from the fork.

Less Than 100

101 - 140

BLUE

BLACK

PURPLE

BLUE

BLACK

PURPLE

3. Position one end of the NEW elastomer into the fork

stem recess and the other end into the fork recess

(DETAIL “A”).

141 - 180

181 - 220

221 - 250

NOTE: Ensure the ends of the elastomer sit flush in the

fork and fork stem recesses.

NOTE: The performance of the wheelchair will be af-

fectedifelastomersDONOTcorrespondtouser'sweight.

4. Hold and squeeze the fork and fork stem together

(DETAIL “B”).

2. Remove the mounting bolt and locknut that secure

the nylon washers, UPPER and LOWER elastomers

and recessed spacer to the suspension arms.

5. Insert the bolt through the mounting holes in the fork

to secure the elastomer to the fork.

3. Reinstall the nylon washers, UPPER and LOWER

elastomers determined in STEP 1 and recessed

spacer into the suspension tube with the mounting

bolt. Refer to FIGURE 1 for hardware orientation.

NOTE: The bolt should be inserted from the OUTSIDE

of the wheelchair, so the locknut will be on the INSIDE of

the wheelchair.

6. Install the locknut onto the bolt and securely tighten.

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PROCEDURE 9

SUSPENSION

NOTE: Caster not shown for clarity.

DETAIL “A”

Mounting

Holes

DETAIL “B”

Fork

Recess

(NOT

Fork Stem

Elastomer

Bolt

SHOWN)

Fork Stem

Fork

Fork Stem

Elastomer

Recess

Fork

DETAIL “C”

Bolt

Locknut

Fork

FIGURE 2 - REPLACING FRONT ELASTOMERS

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WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY

PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE

TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.

This wa rra nty is e xte nde d only to the origina l purc ha se r/use r of our produc ts.

This wa rra nty give s you spe c ific le ga l rights a nd you ma y a lso ha ve othe r le ga l rights whic h va ry from

sta te to sta te .

Inva c a re wa rra nts the fra me to be fre e from de fe c ts in ma te ria ls a nd workma nship for a life time from

da te of purc ha se ; a ll re ma ining c ompone nts for one (1) ye a r from da te of purc ha se e xc e pt uphol-

ste re d ma te ria ls, pa dde d ma te ria ls a nd tire s/whe e ls. If within suc h wa rra nty pe riod a ny suc h produc t

sha ll be prove n to be de fe c tive , suc h produc t sha ll be re pa ire d or re pla c e d a t Inva c a re 's option. This

wa rra nty doe s not inc lude a ny la bor or shipping c ha rge s inc urre d in re pla c e me nt pa rt insta lla tion or

re pa ir of a ny suc h produc t. Inva c a re ’s sole obliga tion a nd your e xc lusive re me dy unde r this wa rra nty

sha ll be limite d to suc h re pa ir a nd/or re pla c e me nt.

For wa rra nty se rvic e , ple a se c onta c t the de a le r from whom you purc ha se d your Inva c a re produc t. In

the e ve nt you do not re c e ive sa tisfa c tory wa rra nty se rvic e , ple a se write dire c tly to Inva c a re a t the

a ddre ss on the ba c k c ove r, provide de a le r’s na me , a ddre ss, da te of purc ha se , indic a te na ture of the

de fe c t a nd, if the produc t is se ria lize d, indic a te the se ria l numbe r. Do not re turn produc ts to our fa c tory

without our prior c onse nt.

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 NEGLI-

GENCE, ACCIDENT, IMPROPER OPERATION, MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE, PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITH-

OUT INVACARE’S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MODIFICATION THROUGH

THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS

MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE, OR TO A PRODUCT DAM-

AGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE’S CONTROL, AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLELY

DETERMINED BY INVACARE. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL

WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. IMPLIED

WARRANTIES, IF ANY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A

PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY PRO-

VIDED HEREIN AND THE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN.

INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.

THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS.

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