Invacare Mobility Aid TRACER EX User Manual

Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual  
TRACER EX  
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TRACER IV  
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HEAVY DUTY/EXTRAWIDE  
TRACER TRANSPORT  
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INVACARE MG  
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DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER  
OF THE WHEELCHAIR.  
USER: BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR, READ THIS  
MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
NOTE: The information in this owner's manual applies to the TRACER EX, TRACER IV, TRACER TRANSPORT  
and the INVACARE MG wheelchairs except where specified.  
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SPECIAL NOTES ................................................ 4  
SAFETY SUMMARY ........................................... 5  
SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS ............ 7  
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................. 12  
SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST ................. 13  
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................... 14  
MAINTENANCE ................................................ 14  
PROCEDURE 4 - REAR WHEELS..................... 20  
REMOVING/INSTALLINGTHEREARWHEELS.... 20  
REPLACINGREARWHEELHANDRIM ............... 20  
REPLACING/REPAIRINGREARWHEEL  
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TIRE/TUBE...................................................... 20  
PROCEDURE 5 - FRONT CASTERS ................ 21  
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INSTALLING/REPLACINGSIXOREIGHT-INCH  
FRONT CASTERS AND FORKS...................... 21  
ADJUSTINGFRONTCASTERS ......................... 21  
REPLACING/REPAIRINGFRONTCASTER  
TIRE/TUBE...................................................... 21  
REPLACING FRONT CASTERS ......................... 21  
PROCEDURE 1 - FRONT RIGGINGS ............... 15  
SWINGAWAYFOOTRESTASSEMBLY  
INSTALLATION ................................................. 15  
SWINGAWAYFOOTRESTHEIGHT  
ADJUSTMENT ................................................. 15  
HEEL LOOP REPLACEMENT ............................ 15  
ELEVATINGLEGRESTASSEMBLY  
INSTALLATION ................................................. 16  
ADJUSTINGTHEELEVATINGLEGREST  
ASSEMBLY ..................................................... 16  
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PROCEDURE 6 - SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHTS . 22  
CHANGINGSEAT-TO-FLOORHEIGHT-  
TRACER EX ONLY .......................................... 22  
PROCEDURE 7 - ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS  
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INSTALLINGANTI-TIPPERS ................................ 23  
WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT ............................ 24  
PROCEDURE 2 - ARMS.................................... 17  
PROCEDURE 8 - OPTIONS .............................. 25  
REMOVINGORREPLACINGSTANDARD  
INSTALLINGAMPUTEEATTACHMENT ................ 25  
INSTALLINGFIXEDHEIGHTI.V. ROD .................. 25  
INSTALLINGTHECARRYINGPOCKET ............... 25  
INSTALLINGTHESEATPOSITIONINGSTRAP .... 26  
INSTALLING/ADJUSTINGTHEFRONT  
ARMREST....................................................... 17  
ADJUSTINGARMRESTHEIGHT-ADJUSTABLE  
HEIGHTARMSONLY ....................................... 17  
USINGORREPLACINGFLIP-BACKARMREST .. 17  
ANTI-TIPPERS ................................................ 26  
INSTALLINGTHETELESCOPINGI.V. ROD ......... 28  
PROCEDURE 3 - SEAT AND BACK .................. 18  
FOLD DOWN BACK - TRACER TRANSPORT  
ONLY .............................................................. 18  
REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY..................... 18  
REPLACINGTHESEATUPHOLSTERY .............. 18  
ADJUSTINGSEATWIDTH .................................. 18  
WARRANTY ...................................................... 31  
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SPECIAL NOTES  
SPECIAL NOTES  
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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  
result in persona l injury or property da ma ge.  
NOTICE  
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.  
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WHEELCAIR 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.  
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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 -  
hic le s for tra nsporta tion a nd use be ma de of the re stra ints ma de a va ila ble by the a uto industry. Inva c -  
a 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 HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS TO DETERMINE IF A SEATPOSITIONING 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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SAFETY SUMMARY  
SAFETY SUMMARY  
OPERATING INFORMATION  
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WARNING  
To d e 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 r-  
ring 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 m pting a c tive use of the whe e lc ha ir.  
DO NOT a tte m p t 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 m pt 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.  
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DO NOT le a n ove r the top of the ba c k upholste ry to re a c h obje c ts from be hind a s this ma y c a use  
the whe e lc ha ir 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 l-  
c 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.  
DO NOT a tte m pt to stop a m oving whe e lc ha ir with the whe e l loc ks. WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT  
BRAKES.  
Be fore a tte m pting 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 . Turn both c a ste rs towa rd the obje c t you a re tra nsfe rring onto. Whe n  
tra nsfe rring 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 9o .  
DO NOT a tte m p t to m ove up or d own 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 tip ove r  
a nd c a use bodily ha rm or da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir.  
DO NOT use 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 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.  
Ke e p ha nds a nd finge rs c le a r of moving pa rts to a void injury.  
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 m e 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 a nti-tippe rs 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-  
de 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.  
Whe n c ha nging the se a t-to-floor he ight you must a djust the a nti-tippe rs a c c ordingly.  
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 SEAT POSITIONING STRAP. Ina smuc h a s the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is a n option on  
this wheelcha ir (You ma y orde r with or without the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP), Inva c a re strongly recom-  
me nds orde ring the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP a s a n a dditiona l sa fe gua rd for the whe e lc ha ir use r.  
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SAFETY SUMMARY  
SAFETY SUMMARY  
WARNING  
TIRE PRESSURE  
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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 n a uthorize d Inva c a re De a le r  
or Qua lifie d Te c hnic ia n.  
WEIGHT TRAINING  
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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. In-  
va 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, INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE  
FOR BODILY INJURY AND THE WARRANTY WILL BE VOID.  
WEIGHT LIMITATION  
The TRACER EX, TRACER TRANSPORT a nd INVACARE MG whe e lc ha irs ha ve a we ight lim ita tion of  
250 lbs. The TRACER IV EXTRA WIDE whe e lc ha ir ha s a we ight limita tion of 350 lbs. The TRACER IV  
HEAVY DUTY ha s a we ight limita tion of 450 lbs. with the he a vy duty option.  
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SAFETY/HANDLING  
SAFETY/ HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS  
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“Safety and Handling” of the wheelchair requires the close  
COPING WITH EVERYDAY  
OBSTACLES  
attentionofthewheelchairuseraswellastheassistant. This  
manual points out the most common procedures and tech-  
niques involved in the safe operation and maintenance of  
the wheelchair. It is important to practice and master these  
safe techniques until you are comfortable in maneuvering  
around the frequently encountered architectural barriers.  
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.  
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Use this information only as a “basic” guide. The techniques  
that are discussed on the following pages have been used  
successfully by many.  
A NOTE TO WHEELCHAIR  
ASSISTANTS  
Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, re-  
daily living activities that may differ from those described in  
this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each in-  
dividual 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 starting  
point for the new wheelchair user and assistant with “safety”  
as the most important consideration for all.  
member to use good body mechanics. Keep your back  
straightandbendyourkneeswhenevertippingthewheel-  
chair or traversing curbs, or other impediments.  
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WARNING  
DO NOT a ttempt to lift the wheelcha ir by a ny re-  
mova ble (deta cha ble) pa rts. Lifting by mea ns of  
a ny remova ble (deta cha ble)pa rtsofa wheelcha ir  
ma y result in injury to the user or da ma ge to the  
wheelcha ir.  
STABILITY AND BALANCE  
Also, be aware of detachable parts such as armrests or  
legrests. These must NEVER be used for hand-held or  
lifting supports, as they may be inadvertently released,  
resulting in possible injury to the user and/or assistant(s).  
WARNING  
ALWAYSwearyourseatpositioning strap. Inasmuch  
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.  
When learning a new assistance technique, have an ex-  
perienced assistant help you before attempting it alone.  
PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT  
DISTRIBUTION  
Toassurestabilityandproperoperationofyourwheelchair,  
you must at all times maintain proper balance. Your wheel-  
chair has been designed to remain upright and stable dur-  
ing normal daily activities as long as you do not move be-  
yond the center of gravity.  
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.  
Virtuallyallactivitieswhichinvolvemovementinthewheel-  
chair have an effect on the center of gravity. Invacare rec-  
ommendsusingseat/chestpositioningstrapsforadditional  
safety while involved in activities that shift your weight.  
Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach,  
bend and transfer in and out of the wheelchair. These  
movements will cause a change to the normal balance,  
the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the  
wheelchair. To determine and establish your particular  
safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring  
activities in several combinations in the presence of a  
qualified healthcare professional BEFORE attempting  
active use of the wheelchair.  
DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further  
than the length of the armrests. Make sure the casters are  
pointingintheforwardpositionwheneveryouleanforward.  
This can be achieved by advancing the wheelchair and  
then reversing it in a straight line.  
Proper positioning is essential for your safety. When  
reaching, leaning, or bending forward, it is important  
to use the front casters as a tool to maintain stability  
and balance.  
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SAFETY/HANDLING  
REACHING, LEANING AND  
BENDING - FORWARD  
CENTER OF  
GRAVITY  
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Position the front casters so that they are extended as  
far forward as possible and engage wheel locks. DO  
NOT ATTEMPT TO REACH OBJECTS IF YOU HAVE  
TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE SEAT OR PICK THEM  
UP FROM THE FLOOR BY REACHING DOWN  
BETWEEN YOUR KNEES.  
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Example 46%  
54%  
103 lbs. 130 lbs.  
UNOCCUPIED  
OCCUPIED  
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FUNCTIONAL REACH FROM A  
WHEELCHAIR  
The approximate reach-limit values shown in the ac-  
companying graph were derived on the basis of a  
sample of 91 male and 36 female wheelchair users.  
Note the difference between the maximum and the  
comfortable reach limits, a subjective but important  
consideration in design.  
FORWARD REACH  
(ADULT)  
REACHING, LEANING - BACKWARDS  
COMFORTABLE  
MAXIMUM  
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.  
INCHES  
Position wheelchair as close as possible to the de-  
sired 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.  
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SAFETY/HANDLING  
Tipping - Curbs: Method 1 - Wheelchair  
Without Step Tubes  
TIPPING  
WARNING  
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This method requires two (2) assistants. The second  
assistant should be positioned at the front of the wheel-  
chair lifting upward on a non-removable (non-detach-  
able) part of the wheelchair frame when lifting the  
wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the  
wheelchair is being lowered to the ground.  
DO NOT tip the whe e lc ha ir without a ssista nc e .  
When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp  
the back of the wheelchair on a non-removable (non-  
detachable) part. Inform the wheelchair occupant be-  
fore tipping the wheelchair and remind him/her to lean  
back. Be sure the occupant’s feet and hands are clear  
of all wheels.  
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The first assistant should stand on the sidewalk and  
turn the wheelchair so that the rear wheels are against  
the curb. Turn the anti-tippers so the anti-tip wheels  
are pointing up, 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 casters to clear the edge of  
the curb.  
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After mastering the techniques of tipping the wheel-  
chair, use one (1) of the following methods to tackle  
curbs, short stairs, etc.  
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Tipping - Curbs: Method 1 - Wheelchair With  
Step Tubes  
Apply a continuous downward motion until the bal-  
ance point is achieved and the front casters clear the  
curb. At this point, the assistant will feel a difference in  
the weight distribution.  
WARNING  
Whe n lowe ring the front c a ste rs of the whe e l-  
c ha ir, DO NOT le t the whe e lc ha ir drop the la st  
fe w inc he s to the ground. This c ould re sult in in-  
jury to the oc c upa nt a nd/ or da ma ge to the  
whe e lc ha ir.  
WARNING  
Whe n lowe ring the front c a ste rs of the whe e l-  
c ha ir, DO NOT le t the whe e lc ha ir drop the la st  
fe w inc he s to the ground. This c ould re sult in in-  
jury to the oc c upa nt a nd / or d a m a g e to the  
whe e lc ha ir.  
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.  
Step Tube  
METHOD 1 - WHEELCHAIR WITH STEP TUBE  
METHOD 2 - WHEELCHAIR WITHOUT STEP TUBE  
Roll the wheelchair forward and slowly lower the front  
of the wheelchair in one continuous movement onto  
the sidewalk. Do not let the wheelchair drop the last  
few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to  
the occupant. Push the wheelchair forward until the  
rear wheels roll up and over the curb.  
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SAFETY/HANDLING  
STAIRWAYS  
TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM  
OTHER SEATS  
WARNING  
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ALWAYSwearyourseatpositioning strap. Inasmuch  
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.  
WARNING  
BEFORE a tte m p ting 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 . Turn both c a ste rs  
towa rd 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.  
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Do not a tte m pt to lift a whe e lc ha ir by lifting  
on a ny re mova ble (de ta c ha ble ) pa rts. Lifting  
b y m e a ns of a ny re m ova b le (d e ta c ha b le )  
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.  
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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 he lp pre ve nt  
broke n sc re ws, da ma ge d upholste ry a nd the  
possibility of the whe e lc ha ir tipping forwa rd .  
Extre me c a ution is a dvise d whe n it is ne c e s-  
sa 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.  
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NOTE: This activity may be performed independently  
provided you have adequate mobility and upper body  
strength.  
Follow this procedure for moving the wheelchair be-  
tween floors when an elevator is NOT available:  
1. After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the  
balance point, one assistant (in the rear) backs  
the wheelchair up against the first step, while se-  
curely grasping a non-removable (non-detach-  
able) part of the wheelchair for leverage.  
2. 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- Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side  
chair as the first assistant places one (1) foot on  
the next stair and repeats STEP 1.  
the seat to which you are transferring, with the front  
casters pointing toward it. Engage wheel locks. Shift  
body weight into seat with transfer.  
3. The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last  
stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has  
been rolled away from the stairway.  
During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will  
be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all possible.  
ESCALATORS? SORRY!  
DO NOT use a n e sc a la tor to move a whe e l-  
c ha ir be twe e n floors. Se rious bodily injury ma y  
oc c ur.  
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SAFETY/HANDLING  
Closing  
FOLDING AND UNFOLDING THE  
WHEELCHAIR  
1. Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to the front  
of the wheelchair.  
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WARNING  
Ke e p ha nds a nd finge rs c le a r of moving pa rts  
to a void injury.  
2. Pivot footplates upward to vertical position.  
3. With both hands, grasp the middle of the seat uphol-  
stery at the front and back edge and lift up.  
Opening  
NOTE: If wheelchair is equipped with carry straps, the  
wheelchair may be closed by pulling up on the straps.  
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1. Open the wheelchair by grasping the push handle  
of the wheelchair closest to you.  
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2. Tilt the wheelchair towards you (raising the  
opposite wheel and caster off the ground/floor).  
3. Push downward on the TOP of the seat rail closest  
to you where the seat upholstery is attached until  
the wheelchair is fully open.  
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4. Engage both wheel locks, open the footrest/legrest  
for clearance and transfer into the wheelchair. Refer  
to TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER  
SEATS in this section of the manual.  
"HAMMOCK OR SLING SEAT" MODELS  
"HAMMOCK OR SLING SEAT" MODELS  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
SPECIFICATIONS  
TRACER IV  
TRACER TRANSPORT  
INVACARE MG  
TRACER EX  
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Seat Width:  
Seat Depth:  
20, 22 and 24-inches  
14,16,18 and 20-inches  
16-1/2 and 18-inches  
16-inches  
16-1/2, 18 and 20-inches  
18-inches  
16-inches  
16-inches  
Overall Width:  
Permanent Arm:  
Removable Arm:  
N/A  
18-1/2 to 22-1/2-inches  
19 to 25 inches  
23-1/4 and 24-3/4 inches 23-1/4 and 24-3/4-inches  
24-1/2 and 26-inches  
24-1/2, 26, and 28-inches  
27-1/2 to 31-1/2-inches  
Overall Depth  
(w/o riggings):  
32-1/2-inches  
21-inches  
Fixed  
32-1/2-inches  
21-inches  
Fixed  
32-inches  
21-inches  
Fixed  
27-inches  
Seat-to-Floor:  
Back Style:  
Back Height:  
Arm Styles:  
21-inches  
Fixed and Fold Down  
16-inches  
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16-inches  
16-inches  
Permanent, Fixed-Desk/  
Full Length  
Fixed-Desk/Full Length  
Adjustable Height -  
Desk/Full Length  
Permanent,  
Fixed-Desk/Full Length  
Permanent or Remov-  
able Fixed Height Desk/  
Full Length  
Swingaway Footrest,  
Elevating Legrest,  
Padded Elevating Legrest  
Front Riggings:  
Swingaway Footrest/El- Swingaway Footrest,  
evating Legrest, Articulat- Elevating Legrest  
ing Elevating Legrest  
Hook On Elevating  
Legrest, SwingawayFoot-  
restandElevatingLegrest  
Permanent  
Rear Axle:  
Permanent  
Permanent  
Permanent  
20, 22, 24-inch Compos-  
ite;Urethane,Pneumatic,or  
Pneumatic Flat Free In-  
sert- (24-inch Composite  
Urethane Standard)  
Rear Wheels:  
24-inch Composite; DTM, 8x1-inch Solid Rubber 24-inch Composite - Ure-  
Pneumatic-Flat Free Insert (Standard),8x1-1/4-inch thane Tire  
-(24-inch Composite Composite Urethane  
DTM Standard)  
Composite (Standard),  
Handrims:  
Chrome  
N/A  
Composite  
Chrome, or Aluminum  
Push to Lock  
Wheel Locks:  
Caster Size:  
Push to Lock  
Push to Lock  
Push to Lock  
8 x1-inch Solid Rubber -  
Dark Grey (Standard)  
8 x1-inch Solid Rubber  
- Light Grey, 8 x1-1/4inch  
Pneumatic or Pneumatic  
Flat Free, 8x1-3/4-inch  
Semi Pneumatic, 8x2-  
inch Pnumatic, 6x1-inch  
Urethane - Light Grey, or  
Dark Grey  
8 x 1-inch Solid Rubber 8 x 1-inch Solid Rubber  
(Standard), 8x1-3/4-inch (Standard)8x1-1/4-inch  
Semi-Pneumatic  
8 x 1-inch Solid Rubber -  
Dark Grey  
Composite Urethane  
Midnight Blue (Stan-  
dard), Ruby  
Upholstery:  
Vinyl - dark blue (stan- Vinyl - Lightweight Black Silver Blue Vinyl  
dard), Marina Blue, (Standard), Navy Blue,  
Space Blue, Dove Grey, Blue Topaz or Claret  
Ruby, and Camel  
Naughahyde and Navy  
Textilene  
Weight (approx)*:  
35 lbs.  
38 lbs.  
Permanent Arm:  
N/A  
26 lbs.  
31 lbs.  
35lbs. (36-1/2lbs. forFixed  
Front End)  
38 lbs.  
Removable Arm:  
52 lbs. (22" Wide)  
Shipping Weight  
(approx.)*:  
44 1/2 lbs.  
47 1/2 lbs.  
Permanent Arm:  
N/A  
30 lbs.  
35 lbs.  
44-1/2 lbs. (46 lbs. for  
Fixed Front End)  
47-1/2 lbs.  
Removable Arm:  
62 lbs.  
*Weights based on 18-inch wide chair without front rigging. All weights are approximate and will vary depending on  
how wheelchair is equipped.  
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SAFETY INSPECTION CHECK LIST  
SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST  
NOTE: Every six (6) months take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing. 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.  
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Initial adjustments should be made to suit personal body structure/preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:  
INITIALLY INSPECT/ INSPECT/  
ADJUST ADJUST  
INSPECT/  
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Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).  
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SEAT AND BACK (PROCEDURE 3)  
Inspect for rips or sagging.  
Inspect for loose or broken hardware.  
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No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun.  
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HANDRIMS (PROCEDURE 4)  
Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling.  
SPOKES  
Inspect for broken spokes.  
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FRONT CASTER (PROCEDURE 5)  
Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster;  
caster should come to a gradual stop.  
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Loosen/tightenlocknutifwheelwobblesnoticeablyorbindstoastop.  
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Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture.  
CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be  
checkedperiodicallyforcracksandwear,andshouldbereplaced.  
TIRES  
Inspect for flat spots and wear.  
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If pneumatic tires, check for proper inflation.  
CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be  
checkedperiodicallyforcracksandwear,andshouldbereplaced.  
WHEELLOCKS(PROCEDURE7)  
Do not interfere with tires when rolling.  
Pivotpointsfreeofwearandlooseness.  
Wheel locks easy to engage.  
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CLEANING  
Cleanupholsteryandarmrests.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
CHAIR VEERS SLUGGISH TURN/ CASTERS SQUEAKS AND LOOSENESS CHAIR 3 SOLUTIONS  
LEFT/RIGHT PERFORMANCE  
FLUTTER  
RATTLES  
IN CHAIR  
WHEELS  
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Check for loose stem nuts/bolts.  
Check that both casters contact  
ground at the same time.  
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MAINTENANCE  
MAINTENANCE SAFETY  
PRECAUTIONS  
WARNING  
DO NOT use the whe e lc ha ir unle ss it ha s  
the p ro p e r tire p re ssure (p .s.i.). DO NOT  
ove rinfla te the tire s. Fa ilure to follow the se  
sug g e stions m a y c a use the tire to e xp lod e  
a nd c a use b o d ily ha rm .  
WARNING  
Afte r ANY a d justm e nts, re p a ir o r se rvic e  
a nd BEFO RE use , m a ke sure a ll a tta c h-  
ing ha rd wa re is tig hte ne d se c ure ly - o th-  
e rwise injury o r d a m a g e m a y re sult.  
2. If tires are pneumatic, recommended tire pressure is  
listed on the side wall of the tire.  
3. The wheels and tires should be checked periodically  
for cracks and wear, and should be replaced when  
necessary by your authorized dealer or by a qualified  
technician.  
CAUTION  
DO NOT o ve rtig hte n ha rd wa re a tta c hing  
to the fra m e . This c o uld c a use d a m a g e  
to the fra m e tub ing .  
4. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are se-  
curelyattachedtotherearwheels. RefertoREPLAC-  
ING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM in PROCEDURE 4  
of this manual.  
SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE  
PROCEDURES  
5. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire  
wear. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT in  
PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.  
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1. Before using your Tracer Series wheelchair, make sure  
allnutsandboltsaretight. Checkallpartsfordamageor  
wearandreplace.Checkallpartsforproperadjustment.  
6. Periodically check front caster and rear wheel hubs  
to make sure they are clean.  
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FRONT RIGGINGS  
PROCEDURE 1  
SWINGAWAY FOOTREST HEIGHT  
ADJ USTMENT (FIGURE 2)  
This Procedure includes the following:  
Swingaway Footrest Assembly Installation  
Swingaway Footrest Height Adjustment  
Heel Loop Replacement  
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NOTE: Release the footrest locking mechanism and lift  
the footrest off of the hinge pins. Lay the assembly on a  
flat surface to simplify this procedure.  
Elevating Legrest Assembly Installation  
Adjusting the Elevating Legrest Assembly  
1. Remove impact guards and/or calf strap, if necessary.  
2. Loosen, but do not remove the bolt and locknut that  
secure the lower footrest assembly to the upper foot-  
rest support.  
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WARNING  
Afte r ANY a djustme nts, re pa ir or se rvic e a nd  
BEFORE use , ma ke sure a ll a tta c hing ha rd wa re  
is tighte ne d se c ure ly - othe rwise injury or da m-  
a ge ma y re sult.  
3. Repositionthelowerfootrestassemblytothedesired  
height.  
4. Securely tighten the bolt and locknut.  
5. Repeat this procedure for the other footrest, if neces-  
sary.  
SWINGAWAY FOOTREST ASSEMBLY  
INSTALLATION (FIGURE 1)  
6. Replace impact guards and/or calf strap, if necessary.  
1. Turn the footrest to the side (open footplate is per-  
pendicular to wheelchair).  
Bolt and  
Upper  
2. Install the hinge plates on the footrest onto the hinge  
pins on the wheelchair frame.  
Locknut  
Footrest  
Support  
Lower  
Footrest  
Assembly  
3. Push the footrest towards the inside of the wheel-  
chair until it locks into place.  
NOTE: The footplate will be on the inside of the wheel-  
chair when locked in place.  
4. Repeat this procedure for the other footrest assembly.  
FIGURE 2 - SWINGAWAY FOOTREST HEIGHT  
ADJUSTMENT  
5. To release the footrest, push the footrest release le-  
ver inward, rotate footrest outward.  
Hinge Plate  
Footrest  
HEEL LOOP REPLACEMENT  
(FIGURE 3)  
Release  
Lever  
NOTE: Heel loops are not available on Invacare MG  
wheelchairs.  
Hinge Pins  
1. Loosen, but do not remove the bolt and locknut that  
secure the lower half of the footrest to the swingaway  
footrest assembly.  
Swingaway  
Footrest  
Assembly  
Hinge  
Plate  
2. Remove the lower footrest assembly.  
3. Remove the phillips screw and locknut that secure  
the heel loop to the footrest.  
4. Slide heel loop over cane of the footrest assembly.  
5. Replace heel loop.  
FIGURE 1 - SWINGAWAY FOOTREST  
ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION  
6. Reverse STEPS 1-5 to reassemble.  
NOTE: When securing the heel loop to the footrest as-  
sembly, tighten the phillips screw and locknut until the  
spacer is secure.  
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PROCEDURE 1  
FRONT RIGGINGS  
6. To release the legrest, push the legrest release  
handle toward the inside of the wheelchair  
(facing the front of the wheelchair) and swing the  
legrest assembly to the outside of the wheelchair.  
Phillips Screw  
Spacer  
Bolt and Locknut  
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Slide Tube  
ADJ USTING THE ELEVATING  
LEGREST ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 5)  
Locknut  
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NOTE: Adjustments to Articulating Legrests and Fixed  
Front End Legrests are performed in the same fasion as  
the elevating legrest.  
Footplate  
FIGURE 3 - HEEL LOOP REPLACEMENT  
1. To adjust the elevating legrest, raise legs until the  
desired height is obtained.  
ELEVATING LEGREST ASSEMBLY  
INSTALLATION (FIGURE 4)  
2. To reposition legrest to normal position, support leg  
with one (1) hand and push release lever downward  
with other hand.  
1. Place legrest assembly on the outside of the wheel-  
chair and install the hinge plates onto the hinge pins  
on wheelchair frame (FIGURE 4).  
3. To adjust the calfpad, turn pad towards the outside of  
the wheelchair.  
2. Rotate legrest assembly toward the inside of the  
wheelchair until it locks in place (FIGURE 4).  
4. Slide the calfpad up or down until the desired position  
is obtained.  
5. To secure the calfpad, turn the calfpad towards the  
inside of the wheelchair.  
NOTE: The footplate will be on the inside of the wheel-  
chair when locked in place.  
3. Repeat this procedure for other legrest assembly.  
Release Lever  
4. After seated in wheelchair, adjust footrest to cor-  
rect height by loosening the locknut and  
sliding the lower footrest assembly tube up or  
down until desired height is achieved.  
5. Tighten locknut securely.  
Legrest Release Handle  
Calfpad  
Hinge Pins  
Assembly  
Calfpad Rotated for  
Height Adjustment  
Calfpad  
Hinge  
Footplate  
Plates  
Bolt and  
Locknut  
Lower  
Footrest  
Assembly  
FIGURE 5 - ADJUSTING THE ELEVATING LEGREST  
ASSEMBLY  
FIGURE 4 - ELEVATING LEGREST INSTALLATION  
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ARMS  
PROCEDURE 2  
ADJ USTING ARMREST HEIGHT -  
ADJ USTABLE HEIGHT ARMS ONLY  
(FIGURE 2)  
1. Unlock the armrest by flipping the height adjustment  
lever on the top front of the armrest to the UP (HORI-  
ZONTAL) position.  
This Procedure Includes the Following:  
Removing or Replacing Standard Armrest  
Adjusting Armrest Height - Adjustable  
Height Arms Only  
Using or Replacing Flip-Back Armrest  
WARNING  
2. Adjust armrest to desired height.  
Afte r ANY a djustments, repa ir or service a nd BE-  
FORE use , ma ke sure a ll a tta c hing ha rdwa re is  
tighte ne d se c urely - otherwise injury or da ma ge  
ma y result.  
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NOTE:HeightadjustmentleverMUSTbeintheunlocked  
position when placing armrest into the arm assembly.  
3. Lock the armrest by pressing the height adjustment  
lever into the DOWN (VERTICAL) position when the  
desired armrest height is achieved.  
Ma ke sure the a rmrest is securely locked into the  
a rm socket BEFORE using the whe e lc ha ir.  
Locked (Vertical)  
REMOVING OR REPLACING  
STANDARD ARMREST (FIGURE 1)  
1. Press in armrest release button located on armrest.  
2. Pull straight up to remove armrest from arm sockets.  
3. Replace armrest by reversing STEPS 1-2.  
Height Adjustment Lever  
Unlocked (Horizontal)  
Armrest Release  
Button  
FIGURE 2 - ADJUSTING ARMREST HEIGHT -  
ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT ARMS ONLY  
Arm Socket  
Arm Socket  
FIGURE 1 - REMOVING OR REPLACING  
STANDARD ARMREST  
5. Insert the new bolt through the armrest mounting  
bracket, new washer, new spacer and new armrest  
rear tube, as shown in FIGURE 3.  
USING OR REPLACING FLIP-BACK  
ARMREST (FIGURE 3)  
WARNING  
NOTE: Ensure the spacer sits flush against the armrest.  
6. Install nut onto bolt. Torque to 55-60in./lbs.  
DO NOT ope ra te or repla ce flip-ba ck a rmrest  
whe n whe e lc ha ir is folde d.  
Armrest Front  
Tube  
Using  
1. Press in armrest release button located on armrest  
front tube.  
Armrest Release Button  
Arm Socket  
2. Rotate front of armrest UP and BACK and out of  
arm socket.  
Armrest  
Rear Tube  
3. Reverse STEP 2 to replace armrest to DOWN position.  
4. Position the front of the armrest into the arm socket.  
Armrest Rear  
Bolt  
Tube  
5. Ensure armrest is securely locked into arm socket  
and snap button locks into place BEFORE using.  
Mounting  
Holes  
Armrest  
Nut  
Replacing  
Mounting  
Washer  
1. Perform STEPS 1-2 above to flip the armrest back.  
Bracket  
Spacer  
Insert  
2. Remove bolt, washer, spacer and locknut securing  
armrest to wheelchair frame.  
FIGURE 3 - USING OR REPLACING FLIP-BACK  
ARMREST  
3. Remove armrest from frame.  
4. Position new insert into new rear armrest tube, align-  
ing the mounting holes.  
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PROCEDURE 3  
SEAT AND BACK  
3. Securely tighten the new back upholstery to the back  
canes with the screws and washers.  
This Procedure Includes the Following:  
Fold Down Back - Tracer Transport Only  
Replacing Back Upholstery  
Back Upholstery  
Washers  
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Replacing the Seat Upholstery  
Adjusting Seat Width  
WARNING  
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AfterANYadjustments, repairorservice and BEFORE  
use, make sure a ll a tta ching ha rdwa re is tightened  
securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.  
Screws  
Washers  
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FOLD DOWN BACK - TRACER  
TRANSPORT ONLY (FIGURE 1)  
FIGURE 2 - REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY  
Folding  
REPLACING THE SEAT  
UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 3)  
1. Liftuponthetwo(2)releaseleversonthebackcanes.  
2. Pull back on the handles to the desired position.  
1. Remove the eight (8) screws that secure the exist-  
ing seat upholstery to the crossbraces.  
Unfolding  
2. Remove the existing seat upholstery from the  
crossbraces.  
WARNING  
3. Install the new seat upholstery by reversing STEPS 1-2.  
Screws  
Ma ke sure the re le a se le ve rs a re se c ure ly  
loc ke d in pla c e BEFORE using the whe e lc ha ir.  
1. Pull up on the two (2) back canes until the release  
levers lock in place.  
NOTE: There will be an audible click.  
2. Pull on the handles to make sure the back is locked  
in place.  
Seat Upholstery  
Handle  
Back Cane  
FIGURE 3- REPLACING THE SEAT UPHOLSTERY  
ADJ USTING SEAT WIDTH  
Release Lever  
WARNING  
Adjusting the se a t width of the whe e lc ha ir MUST  
be pe rforme d a y a n a uthorize d Inva c a re de a le r  
or qua lifie d te c hnic ia n.  
FIGURE 1 - FOLD DOWN BACK - TRACER  
TRANSPORT ONLY  
Removing Lower Mounting Hardware  
(FIGURE 4)  
1. Remove the existing back and seat upholstery from  
the wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING THE BACK  
UPHOLSTERY and REPLACING THE SEAT UP-  
HOLSTERY in this section of the manual.  
REPLACING THE BACK  
UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 2)  
1. Remove the screws and washers that secure the  
existing back upholstery to the back canes.  
NOTE: If adjusting the seat width of the wheelchair, back and  
seatupholsteryaswellasthecrossbracesMUSTbereplaced.  
2. Position new back upholstery on back canes as  
shown in FIGURE 2.  
2. Remove the four (4) screws and locknuts that se-  
cure the insert tube to the lower wheelchair frame.  
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SEAT AND BACK  
PROCEDURE 3  
3. Remove the inserts from the rear of the wheelchair.  
c. Pullthecrossbraceawayfromtherearseatguide.  
NOTE: Seat guide will remain attached to back tube.  
d. Repeat STEPS a-c for opposite crossbrace.  
4. Remove the hex screw and locknut that secure the  
two (2) existing crossbraces together.  
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Crossbrace  
Locknut  
e. Reverse STEPS a-d to assemble the upper  
mounting hardware.  
f. Reverse STEPS 1-5 in REMOVING LOWER  
MOUNTING HARDWARE in this section of the  
manual to reassemble the wheelchair.  
Insert  
Tube  
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Rear Seat Guide  
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Hex Screw  
Spacer  
Crossbrace  
Wheelchair  
Screw  
Frame  
FIGURE 4 - REMOVING LOWER MOUNTING  
HARDWARE  
Front Seat Guide  
FIGURE 6 - ALL REMOVABLE ARM  
WHEELCHAIRS - EXCEPT TRACER IV  
Rem oving Upper Mounting Hardware  
1. Perform one (1) of the following:  
TRACER IV (FIGURE 7).  
ALLPERMANENTARMWHEELCHAIRS(FIGURE 5).  
a. While pushing down on the rear seat guide, pull  
up the front seat guide until the front seat guide  
releases from the wheelchair frame.  
a. Pull up on the crossbrace until the front and rear  
seat guides are removed from the wheelchair.  
b. Remove the end cap, two (2) seat guides and  
spacer from the crossbrace.  
b. Pullthecrossbraceawayfromtherearseatguide.  
c. Repeat STEPS a-b for opposite crossbrace.  
c. Repeat STEPS a-b for opposite crossbrace.  
d. Reverse STEPS a-c to assemble the upper  
mounting hardware.  
d. Reverse STEPS a-c to assemble the upper  
mounting hardware.  
e. Reverse STEPS 1-5 in REMOVING LOWER  
MOUNTING HARDWARE in this section of  
the manual to reassemble the wheelchair.  
e. Reverse STEPS 1-5 in REMOVING LOWER  
MOUNTING HARDWARE in this section of the  
manual to reassemble the wheelchair.  
End Cap  
Rear Seat Guide  
Rear Seat Guide  
Spacer  
Crossbrace  
Front Seat Guide  
Crossbrace  
FIGURE 5 - ALL PERMANENT ARM  
WHEELCHAIRS  
Front Seat Guide  
ALL REMOVABLE ARM WHEELCHAIRS -  
EXPECT TRACER IV (FIGURE 6).  
FIGURE 7 - TRACER IV  
a. Pulluponthecrossbraceuntilthefrontseatguide  
is removed from the wheelchair.  
b. Remove the two (2) spacers and front seat guide  
from the crossbrace.  
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PROCEDURE 4  
REAR WHEELS  
This Procedure Includes the Following:  
Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels  
Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim  
REPLACING REAR WHEEL  
HANDRIM (FIGURE 2)  
1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair.  
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Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire/Tube  
2. Remove the button screws and washers that se-  
cure the handrim to the rear wheel.  
WARNING  
3. Remove the existing handrim.  
Afte r ANY a djustme nts, re pa ir or se rvic e a nd  
BEFORE use , ma ke sure a ll a tta c hing ha rd wa re  
is tighte ne d se c ure ly - othe rwise injury or da m-  
a ge ma y re sult.  
4. Install the new handrim by reversing STEP 1-3.  
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5. Repeat the procedure for the opposite rear wheel if  
necessary.  
Button  
Screw  
REMOVING/ INSTALLING THE REAR  
WHEELS (FIGURE 1)  
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1. Remove the dust cap, hex screw and locknut that  
secure the rear wheel and axle spacer to the wheel-  
chair.  
2. Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite rear wheel.  
3. To reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair,  
reverse STEPS 1-2.  
Handrim  
NOTE: Make sure axle spacer is between rear wheel  
and wheelchair frame.  
FIGURE 2 - REPLACING REAR WHEEL HANDRIM  
Locknut  
Axle Mounting Hole  
REPLACING/ REPAIRING REAR  
WHEEL TIRE/ TUBE  
Rear Wheel  
WARNING  
Re pla c e m e nt of re a r whe e l tire or tube MUST  
b e p e rfo rm e d b y a n a utho rize d Inva c a re  
de a le r or qua lifie d te c hnic ia n.  
Dust Cap  
Axle Spacer  
CAUTION  
Hex Screw  
As with a ny ve hic le , the whe e ls a nd tire s should  
be c he c ke d pe riodic a lly for c ra c ks a nd we a r,  
a nd should be re pla c e d.  
Locknut  
TRANSPORT  
Rear Wheel  
Axle Mounting  
Hex Screw  
Hole  
Axle Spacer  
FIGURE 1 - REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR  
WHEELS  
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FRONT CASTERS  
PROCEDURE 5  
a. Tip back the wheelchair to floor.  
This Procedure Includes the Following:  
b. Pivot both forks and casters to top of their arc  
simultaneously.  
Installing/Replacing Six or Eight-inch Front  
Casters and Forks  
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c. Let casters drop to bottom of arc (wheels should  
swing once to one-side, then immediately rest in  
a straight downward position).  
Adjusting Front Forks  
Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire/Tube  
Replacing Front Casters  
d. Adjust locknuts according to freedom of caster  
swing.  
WARNING  
3. Test wheelchair for maneuverability.  
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AfterANYadjustments, repairorservice and BEFORE  
use, make sure a ll a tta ching ha rdwa re is tightened  
securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.  
4. Readjust locknuts if necessary, and repeat STEPS  
2-3 until correct.  
5. Snap dust cover over the locknut and stem.  
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INSTALLING/ REPLACING SIX OR  
EIGHT-INCH FRONT CASTERS AND  
FORKS (FIGURE 1)  
REPLACING/ REPAIRING FRONT  
CASTER TIRE/ TUBE  
WARNING  
1. Remove the caster from the fork. Refer to REPLAC-  
INGFRONTCASTERSinthissectionofthemanual.  
Re pla c e m e nt of front c a ste r tire or tube MUST  
b e p e rfo rm e d b y a n a utho rize d Inva c a re  
de a le r or qua lifie d te c hnic ia n.  
2. Remove the dust cover.  
3. Remove the locknut and nylon washer that secure  
the fork to the caster headtube.  
CAUTION  
As with a ny ve hic le , the whe e ls a nd tire s should  
be c he c ke d pe riodic a lly for c ra c ks a nd we a r,  
a nd should be re pla c e d.  
4. Drop the fork out of the caster headtube.  
5. Slide the new fork into the caster headtube and re-  
assemble by reversing STEPS 1-4.  
6. Adjust the forks. Refer to ADJUSTING FORKS in  
this section of the manual.  
REPLACING FRONT CASTERS  
(FIGURE 2)  
7. Repeat STEPS 1-6 for opposite fork, if necessary.  
1. Remove the hex screw, washers and locknut that  
secure the front caster to the fork.  
Dust Cover  
Locknut  
NOTE:WashersareusedonTRACERIVwheelchairsonly.  
Caster  
Headtube  
2. Install the new front caster onto the wheelchair by  
reversing STEP 1.  
Nylon  
Washer  
3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite front caster if  
necessary.  
Front Caster  
and Fork  
Locknut  
8-inch Fork  
Hex  
Screw  
FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING/REPLACING SIX OR  
EIGHT-INCH FRONT CASTERS AND FORKS  
Washer  
ADJ USTING FORKS (FIGURE 1)  
Front Caster  
1. Remove the dust cover.  
2. To properly tighten caster journal system and guard  
against flutter, perform the following check:  
Washer  
FIGURE 2 - REPLACING FRONT CASTERS  
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PROCEDURE 6  
SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHTS  
1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer  
to REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS  
in PROCEDURE 4 of this manual.  
This Procedure Includes the Following:  
Changing Seat-To-Floor Height-Tracer EX Only  
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2. Remove the front casters from the wheelchair. Re-  
fer to INSTALLING/REPLACING SIX OR EIGHT  
INCH FRONT CASTERS & FORKS in PROCE-  
DURE 5 of this manual.  
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 hing ha rdwa re is  
tighte ne d se c ure ly - othe rwise injury or da ma ge  
ma y result.  
3. Refer to the charts of front caster/fork and rear wheel  
sizes, to determine mounting positions for obtain-  
able seat-to-floor heights in FIGURE 1.  
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NOTE: Tracer IV, Tracer Transport and Invacare MG:  
Seat to floor height not adjustable.  
4. Reinstall the front casters onto the wheelchair. Refer  
to INSTALLING/REPLACING SIX OR EIGHT INCH  
FRONT CASTERS & FORKS in PROCEDURE 5  
of this manual.  
CHANGING SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT-  
TRACER EX ONLY (FIGURE 1)  
5. Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair. Refer  
to REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS  
in PROCEDURE 4 of this manual.  
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WARNING  
Whe n c ha nging the se a t-to-floor he ight you  
must a djust the a nti-tippe rs a c c ordingly.  
6. Adjustanti-tippersasnecessary.RefertoADJUSTIING  
THEANTI-TIPPERSinPROCEDURE7ofthismanual.  
NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following proce-  
dure be performed by an authorized dealer or qualified  
technician.  
TRACER EX FRAME  
Seat-to-Floor Front Caster Front Caster Rear Wheel  
Height  
(In Inches)  
Size  
Mounting  
Position  
Size  
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21  
20  
19  
8-inch  
6-inch  
6-inch  
6-inch  
N/A  
Bottom  
Middle  
Top  
24-inch  
24-inch  
22-inch  
20-inch  
NOTE: 6-inch and 8-inch casters require different forks.  
8-INCH FORK  
6-INCH FORK  
MOUNTING POSITION  
MOUNTING POSITIONS  
Top  
Middle  
Bottom  
FIGURE 1 - CHANGING SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT - TRACER EX ONLY  
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ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS  
PROCEDURE 7  
1. Depress the release buttons and insert the anti-tip-  
pers with the anti-tipper wheels pointing toward the  
ground/floor into the wheelchair frame tubing as  
shown in FIGURE 2.  
This Procedure Includes the Following:  
Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers  
Wheel Lock Adjustment  
2. Ensure that the release button of the anti-tipper fully  
protrudes out of the hole in the bottom of the wheel-  
chair frame tubing.  
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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 hing ha rdwa re is  
tighte ne d se c ure ly - othe rwise injury or da ma ge  
ma y result.  
3. Adjust anti-tippers as necessary. Refer to ADJUST-  
ING THE ANTI-TIPPERS in this section of the  
manual.  
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Anti-tipper  
INSTALLING/ ADJ USTING THE  
ANTI-TIPPERS  
Release Buttons  
Wheelchair Frame  
WARNING  
FIGURE 2 - INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIPPERS  
Adjusting The Anti-tippers (FIGURE 3)  
Ina smuc h a s the a nti-tippe rs a re a n option on  
this whe e lc ha ir (You ma y ord e r with or without  
the a nti-tip p e rs), Inva c a re strong ly re c om -  
me nds orde ring the a nti-tippe rs a s a n a ddi-  
tiona l sa fe gua rd for the whe e lc ha ir use r.  
NOTE: A 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between the bottom  
of the anti-tipper wheels and the ground/floor MUST be  
maintained at all times.  
Anti-tippe rs MUST be fully e nga ge d. Ensure tha t  
the re le a se button of the a nti-tippe r fully pro-  
trud e s out of the hole on the b ottom of the  
whe e lc ha ir fra me .  
1. Place wheelchair on a flat, level surface.  
2. Press the release buttons near the wheeled portion  
of the anti-tipper and slide it up or down to achieve  
the 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance (FIGURE 3).  
Ensure both a nti-tippe rs a re a djuste d to the  
sa me he ight.  
3. Check to make sure that the release buttons are  
fully engaged in adjustment holes, and ensure both  
anti-tippers are adjusted to the same height.  
Installing the Anti-tippers (FIGURES 1 and 2)  
4. Check to make sure that a 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance  
between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and  
the ground/floor has been achieved BEFORE using  
the wheelchair.  
NOTE: To ensure the correct model anti-tipper is used refer  
to FIGURE 1. Measurements for anti-tippers are approxi-  
mate and are taken with extension tube in TOP hole position.  
5. Repeat STEPS 1-3 untill 1-1/2-2-inch clearance is  
achieved.  
NOTE: Anti-Tipprs are not available on the Tracer Trans-  
port wheelchair.  
Chair  
Anti-tipper  
Length  
Anti-tipper  
Model  
Release Buttons  
EX with 24 and 22-inch  
rear wheels and the  
Invacare MG  
12-inches  
9758  
1-1/2 to 2-inch Clearance  
FIGURE 3 - ADJUSTING THE ANTI-TIPPERS  
EX with 20-inch rear  
wheels  
11 1/4-inches  
9859  
Tracer IV  
8 3/8-inches  
1358m  
(non-adjustable)  
Top Position  
Anti-tipper Length  
FIGURE 1 - ANTI-TIPPER LENGTH  
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PROCEDURE 7  
ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS  
Bolt and Locknut  
WHEEL LOCK ADJ USTMENT  
(FIGURE 4)  
Wheel Lock Handle  
NOTE: Before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock  
assemblies, ensure that the tires are inflated to the  
recommended psi on the side wall of tire.  
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Wheel Lock  
Shoe  
1. Loosen the bolt and locknut that secure the wheel  
lock assembly to the wheelchair frame.  
Rear  
Wheel  
2. Adjust the position of wheel lock until the mea-  
surement between the rear wheel and the wheel  
lock shoe is between 5/32 and 5/16-inches.  
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5/32 and 5/16-inches  
3. Securely tighten the bolt and locknut.  
FIGURE 4 - WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT  
4. Engage wheel lock and push against the wheel-  
chair and determine if wheel lock engages the  
wheel lock shoe enough to hold the wheelchair.  
5. Repeat the above procedures until the wheel lock  
holds the wheelchair.  
6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite wheel lock.  
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PROCEDURE 8  
OPTIONS  
2. Position the socket mount on the wheelchair frame  
as shown in FIGURE 2.  
This Procedure Includes the Following:  
Installing the Amputee Attachment  
Installing Fixed Height I.V. Rod  
3. Secure the socket mount to the wheelchair frame  
with the two (2) back upholstery screws.  
Installing the Carrying Pocket  
Installing the Seat Positioning Strap  
Installing/Adjusting the Front Anti-Tippers  
Installing the Anti-Theft Device  
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I.V. Rod  
Installing the Telescoping I.V. Rod  
Back  
Upholstery  
Screws  
WARNING  
Afte r ANY a djustme nts, re pa ir or se rvic e a nd  
BEFORE use , m a ke sure a ll a tta c hing ha rd -  
wa re is tighte ne d se c ure ly - othe rwise injury  
or da ma ge ma y re sult.  
Socket Mount  
FIGURE 2 - INSTALLING FIXED HEIGHT I.V. ROD  
INSTALLING THE CARRYING  
POCKET (FIGURE 3)  
INSTALLING THE AMPUTEE  
ATTACHMENT (FIGURE 1)  
1. Determinetheheightrequiredforthecarryingpocket.  
2. Remove the two (2) back upholstery screws and two  
(2) washers that correspond to the desired height.  
1. Removetheendcaporanti-tipperfromtheendofthe  
wheelchair.  
3. Center pouch against back canes, determine and  
mark location for mounting holes on carrying pouch  
straps.  
2. Slide the amputee attachment over the step tube of  
the wheelchair.  
3. Secure the amputee attachment to the wheelchair  
with the hew screw, spacer and locknut.  
4. Punch holes in straps.  
4. Reinstalltheendcaporanti-tipperontotheendofthe  
wheelchair.  
5. Fold excess strap ends under, mark mounting holes  
in second thickness of strap and punch mounting  
holes.  
5. RepeatSTEPS1-4fortheoppositesideofthewheel-  
chair.  
6. Fold strap ends under so the upholstery screw can  
be inserted through two (2) thicknesses of strap.  
6. Repositiontherearwheels. RefertoREMOVING/IN-  
STALLING REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 4 of  
this manual.  
7. Positionthecarryingpocketonthewheelchairframe.  
8. Secure the carrying pocket to the wheelchair frame  
Hex Screw  
Spacer  
with the two (2) washers two (2) back upholstery  
screws.  
Locknut  
Strap  
Amputee  
Attachment  
Washer  
End Cap  
Step Tube  
FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING THE AMPUTEE  
ATTACHMENT  
Upholstery  
Screws  
Punched  
Hole  
INSTALLING FIXED HEIGHT I.V.  
ROD (FIGURE 2)  
Carrying Pocket  
Back Upholstery Screws  
1. Remove the top two (2) back upholstery screws from  
the side of the wheelchair that the socket mount was  
designed.  
FIGURE 3- INSTALLING THE CARRYING POCKET  
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PROCEDURE 8  
OPTIONS  
INSTALLING THE SEAT  
POSITIONING STRAP (FIGURE 4)  
WARNING  
Front a nti-tippe rs a re re c omme nde d by Inva c -  
a re whe n using e le va ting le gre sts. Eve n though  
a whe e lc ha ir is e quippe d with front a nti-tippe rs,  
individua ls should be ta ught to e le va te le grests,  
swing front riggings a side a nd/or flip up footpla tes  
so the y a re out of the wa y BEFORE pla c ing fe e t  
firmly on the floor whe n e nte ring or e xiting the  
whe e lc ha ir. This will permit individua ls to sta nd  
c lose to front e dge of the se a t a nd lowe r him-  
se lf/he rse lf we ll e nough ba c k onto the se a t.  
WARNING  
ALWAYS we a r your 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 ord e r with or without  
the se a t re stra int), Inva c a re strongly re c om-  
me nds orde ring the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP  
a s a n a dditiona l sa fe gua rd for the whe e lc ha ir  
use r.  
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Ensure Front Anti-Tippers a re a djuste d to the sa me  
he ight - othe rwise the whe e lc ha ir ma y tip to one  
side a nd injury or da ma ge ma y oc c ur.  
1. Remove the bottom back upholstery screw from the  
wheelchair.  
2. Position the seat positioning strap half between the  
back cane and back upholstery.  
Installing Front Anti-Tippers  
3. Securethebackupholsteryandseatpositioningstrap  
to the wheelchair with the existing back upholstery  
screw.  
CAUTION  
When securing the front a nti-tippers to the wheel-  
c ha ir fra me . DO NOT ove rtighte n the a tta c hing  
ha rdwa re , othe rwise da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir  
fra me ma y oc c ur.  
4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the opposite side of the  
wheelchair.  
1. Remove the locknuts and the lug bolts from the anti-  
tipper bracket clamps.  
Back  
Upholstery  
Screw  
Back  
Upholstery  
Back  
Cane  
2. Positiontheanti-tipperbracketclampoverthewheel-  
chair frame behind the front caster as shown in FIG-  
URE 5.  
NOTE: Position the anti-tipper arm on the outside of the  
wheelchair as shown in FIGURE 5.  
3. Squeezebracketclampstogetherandinsertthebolts.  
4. Install the locknuts onto the lug bolts. Tighten se-  
curely.  
5. RepeatSTEPS1-4ontheoppositesideofthewheel-  
chair for the remaining anti-tipper.  
Seat Positioning Strap  
6. Measure from the floor to the bottom of the wheels  
of the triangular assembly.  
FIGURE 4- INSTALLING THE SEAT  
POSITIONING STRAP  
7. Perform one (1) of the following:  
TRIANGULAR ASSEMBLY 3/4-INCH FROM  
FLOOR - Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite trian-  
gular assembly.  
INSTALLING/ ADJ USTING THE  
FRONT ANTI-TIPPERS (FIGURE 5)  
TRIANGULAR ASSEMBLY NOT 3/4-INCH FROM  
FLOOR - Adjust the height of the triangular assem-  
blies. RefertoADJUSTINGFRONTANTI-TIPPERS  
in this section of the manual.  
Front anti-tippers are a safe convenient way to help  
prevent the wheelchair from tipping forward. The anti-  
tipper "triangle" is always in the downward position;  
when pivoted it will swing to clear obstructions.  
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OPTIONS  
PROCEDURE 8  
6. Repeat STEPS 4-5 until the bottom of the wheels of  
the triangular assembly measure approximately  
3/4-inch from the floor.  
Adjusting Front Anti-tippers  
1. Measure from the floor to the bottom of the wheels  
of the triangular assembly.  
7. Secure the triangular assembly to the bottom of the  
anti-tipper arm with the machine screw, washers and  
locknut.  
2. Perform one (1) of the following:  
TRIANGULAR ASSEMBLY 3/4-INCH FROM  
FLOOR - Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite triangular  
assembly.  
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DO NOT ove rtighte n the loc knut se c uring the tri-  
a ngula r a sse mbly to the bottom of the a nti-tip-  
pe r a rm. Othe rwise , a nti-tippe r a rm will not swing  
fre e ly a nd the whe e lc ha ir ma y tip ove r, re sulting  
in injury or da ma ge.  
TRIANGULAR ASSEMBLY NOT 3/4-INCH FROM  
FLOOR - Proceed to STEP 3.  
3. Remove the machine screw, washers and locknut  
securing the triangular assembly to the bottom of  
the anti-tipper arm.  
8. Tightenthelocknutuntilthetriangularassemblydoes  
not rattle, but swings freely at the end of the anti-  
tipper arm.  
4. Position the triangular assembly mounting hole to  
align with one (1) of the adjustment holes in the anti-  
tipper arm.  
9. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite triangular as-  
sembly.  
5. Measure from the floor to the bottom of the wheels  
of the triangular assembly.  
INSTALLING  
ADJUSTING  
Anti-Tipper Arm  
Wheelchair Frame  
Lug Bolts  
Washer  
Machine  
Screw  
Front Caster  
Attaches Here  
(not shown for  
clarity)  
Adjustment  
Holes  
Bracket Clamps  
Locknuts  
Mounting  
Locknut  
Holes  
Anti-Tipper  
Arm  
Triangular Assembly  
Wheel  
Triangular  
Assembly  
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3/4-inch  
FLOOR  
FIGURE 5 - INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE FRONT ANTI-TIPPERS  
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PROCEDURE 9  
OPTIONS  
MOUNTING THE  
I.V. ROD ON THE  
RIGHT SIDE  
INSTALLING THE TELESCOPING  
I.V. ROD  
Adjustment  
Knob  
NOTE:Flip-backstylearmswillnotflipbackwhenusedon  
the same side of the wheelchair as the telescoping I.V. rod.  
I.V. Rod  
Upper  
Installing Ther telescoping I.V. Rod on Non-  
Transport Wheelchairs Only (FIGURE 1)  
Attachment  
Back Cane  
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Support Tube  
Back  
Upholstery  
1. Determine if the telescoping I.V. rod will be mounted  
on the right or left side of the wheelchair.  
I.V. Rod  
Mounting Bracket  
(STEP 2)  
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NOTE:ThetelescopingI.V. rodisfactorysetforinstallation  
onto either the right side of a wheelchair with back upholstery  
mounted to the front of the back canes OR the left side of a  
wheelchairwithbackupholsterymountedtothebackofthe  
back canes. Refer to REPOSITIONING THE UPPER  
ATTACHMENT in this instruction sheet if any other mounting  
position is desired.  
Washer  
Lug Screw  
(STEP 3)  
Phillips  
Screw  
2. PositiontheI.V. rodmountingbracketonthesteptube  
on the side determined in STEP 1.  
Spacer  
(STEP 3)  
Locknut  
(STEP 3)  
3. Loosely install the lug screw, spacer and locknut that  
secure the mounting bracket to the back cane.  
Step Tube  
MOUNTING THE  
I.V. ROD ON THE  
LEFT SIDE  
Back Upholstery  
4. Remove the top phillips screw and washer from the  
backupholstery.  
Back  
Cane  
5. Line up the mounting holes in the back cane, back  
upholstery and upper attachment.  
6. Reinstall the washer and phillips screw and securely  
tighten.  
Upper Attachment  
Phillips Screw  
7. Securely tighten all attaching hardware.  
Washer  
8. Loosen the adjustment knob and position the I.V. rod  
to the desired height and securely tighten the adjust-  
ment knob.  
FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING THE TELESCOPING I.V. ROD  
ON NON-TRANSPORT WHEELCHAIRS ONLY  
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PROCEDURE 9  
Installing Ther telescoping I.V. Rod on  
Transport Wheelchairs Only (FIGURE 2)  
I.V. Rod  
Adjustment Knob  
1. Determine if the telescoping I.V. rod will be mounted  
on the right or left side of the wheelchair.  
Back Cane  
NOTE:ThetelescopingI.V. rodisfactorysetforinstallation  
ontotheleftsideofawheelchair. RefertoREPOSITIONING  
THE UPPER ATTACHMENT in this instruction sheet if any  
other mounting position is desired.  
Back  
Upholstery  
Mounting  
Back  
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Screw  
Washer  
NOTE: If installing the telescoping I.V. rod on a wheelchair  
Equiped with a short upper step tube, ensure the step tube  
protrudes 1/2-inch or more through the I.V. rod mounting  
bracket.  
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Attachment  
2. Position the I.V. rod mounting bracket on the upper  
step tube on the side determined in STEP 1.  
I.V. Rod Mounting  
Bracket (STEP 2)  
3. Loosely install the lug screw, spacer and locknut that  
securethemountingbrackettothewheelchairframe.  
Lug Screw  
(STEP 3)  
4. Locate the back upholstery mounting screw and  
washer second down from the top of the back cane  
and remove as shown in FIGURE 2. Set upholstery  
mounting screw and washer aside.  
NOTE:Longupper  
step tube shown  
Spacer  
(STEP 3)  
Locknut  
(STEP 3)  
5. Line up the mounting holes in the back cane, back  
upholstery and upper attachment.  
Upper Step Tube  
FIGURE 2 - INSTALLING THE TELESCOPING I.V.  
ROD ON TRANSPORT WHEELCHAIRS ONLY  
6. Reinstall the washer and back upholstery mounting  
screw and securely tighten.  
7. Securely tighten all attaching hardware.  
8. Loosen the adjustment knob and position the I.V. rod  
to the desired height and securely tighten the adjust-  
ment knob.  
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PROCEDURE 9  
OPTIONS  
Repositioning The Upper Attachm ent  
(FIGURE 3)  
InnerTube  
1. With the Telescoping I.V. rod in the lowest position,  
align the hole of the outer tube with the phillips screw  
oftheinnertube. Removephillipsscrewandsetaside.  
Upper Attachment  
(Shownrotated180°)  
Height Adjustment  
Assembly  
2. Remove the inner tube from the outer tube.  
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Outer Tube  
Hole  
NOTE: Take note of the position and orientation of the  
heightadjustmentassemblybeforeremoving. Theheight  
adjustment assembly must be positioned to face away  
fromthewheelchairwheninstalled.  
3. FirmlygrasptheheightadjustmentassemblyandPull  
to remove from the outer tube.  
Outer Tube  
4. Slide the upper attachment UP off of the outer tube.  
5. Rotate the upper attatchment 180° and reinstall onto  
the outer tube.  
PhillipsScrew  
6. Reverse STEPS 1-4 to reassemble the telescoping  
I.V. rod.  
FIGURE 3- REPOSITIONING THE UPPER  
MOUNTING BRACKET  
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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 extended only to the origina l purcha ser/user of our products.  
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This wa rra nty gives you specific lega l rights a nd you ma y a lso ha ve other lega l rights which va ry from sta te to  
sta te.  
With rega rd to the origina l purcha ser/user only, Inva ca re wa rra nts side fra mes a nd crossbra ces to be free  
from defects in ma teria ls a nd workma nship for a period of:  
Tra c e r Tra nsp ort, Inva c a re MG  
Tracer EX, Tracer IV  
3 Ye a rs  
5 Years  
Y
from da te of purcha se. Upholstered ma teria ls (sea t, ba ck a nd a rmrests [of the a rm assembly]) are wa rra nted  
to be free of defects in ma teria l a nd workma nship for a period of fifte e n (15) months. All remaining compo-  
nents for one (1) yea r from da te of purcha se except tires/wheels. If within such wa rra nty period a ny such  
product sha ll be proven to be defective, such product sha ll be repa ired or repla ced, a t Inva ca res option.  
This wa rra nty does not include a ny la bor or shipping cha rges incurred in repla cement pa rt insta lla tion or repa ir  
of a ny such product. Inva ca res sole obliga tion a nd your exclusive remedy under this wa rra nty sha ll be  
limited to such repa ir a nd/or repla cement.  
For wa rra nty service, plea se conta ct the dea ler from whom you purcha sed your Inva ca re product. In the  
event you do not receive sa tisfa ctory wa rra nty service, plea se write directly to Inva ca re a t the a ddress a t the  
bottom of the ba c k c ove r. Provide dea ler’s na me, a ddress, the product model number, da te of purcha se,  
indica te na ture of the defect a nd, if the product is serialized, indicate the serial number. Do not return prod-  
ucts to our fa ctory without our prior consent.  
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED PROD-  
UCTS IF THE SERIAL NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED, PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO NEGLIGENCE,  
ACCIDENT, IMPROPER OPERATION, MAINTENANCEORSTORAGE, PRODUCTSMODIFIEDWITHOUTINVACARE’S  
EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENTINCLUDING, BUTNOTLIMITED TO, MODIFICATIONTHROUGH THEUSEOFUNAUTHO-  
RIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT  
WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE, OR TO A PRODUCT DAMAGED 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 INSTRUC-  
TIONS.  
THE FOREGOING WARRANTYIS EXCLUSIVEANDINLIEUOFALLOTHEREXPRESS WARRANTIES. IMPLIEDWARRAN-  
TIES, IF ANY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-  
POSE, SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED 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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Invacare Corporation  
U S A  
One Invacare Way  
Elyria, Ohio USA  
44036-2125  
Invacare is a registered trademark of Invacare Corporation.  
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