Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual
®
Terminator Junior (JR)
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
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WARNING/SPECIAL NOTES ................................. 2
PROCEDURE 6 - SEAT ....................................... 23
REPLACING SEAT PAN ...................................... 23
ADJUSTING REAR SEAT HEIGHT ..................... 23
ADJUSTING SEAT DEPTH .................................. 23
ADJUSTING SEAT WIDTH .................................. 25
ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT .... 25
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................. 4
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PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES ............. 5
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OPERATING INFORMATION ................................. 5
SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS .............. 6
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PROCEDURE 7 - WHEELS ................................. 27
PROCEDURE 2 -SAFETY INSPECTION ............... 10
REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS ........... 27
ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLES ................ 27
INSTALLING QUAD-RELEASE AXLES ................. 28
ADJUSTING QUAD-RELEASE HANDLES ............ 28
HANDRIM REPLACEMENT ................................. 28
REPAIRING/REPLACING REAR WHEEL,
TIRE/TUBE ..................................................... 29
OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS ............................ 29
ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER ................. 30
DETERMINING/ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT ..... 31
ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH ................... 32
ADJUSTING WHEELBASE WIDTH ...................... 33
REPLACING AXLE TUBE ................................... 33
REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE ..................... 34
REPOSITIONING/REPLACING
SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST ..................... 10
PROCEDURE 3 -
TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE ........... 11
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TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................ 11
MAINTENANCE ................................................. 11
PROCEDURE 4 - BACK ...................................... 12
FOLDING/UNFOLDING BACK ............................. 12
CHANGING THE BACK ANGLE .......................... 12
ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT ......................... 13
REPLACING STANDARD BACK UPHOLSTERY ... 13
REPLACING CUSTOM MANUAL ADJUSTABLE
TENSION BACK UPHOLSTERY ...................... 14
REPLACING THE SPREADER BAR .................... 15
REPLACING THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN
FRONT CASTERS .......................................... 36
ADJUSTING FRONT CASTER HEIGHT................ 36
WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT ... 37
THE BACK CANE ........................................... 15
INSTALLING THE STROLLER HANDLES ............. 16
PROCEDURE 8 - FOOTREST/ANTI-TIPPER ........ 38
ADJUSTING/REPLACING FLIP-UP
PROCEDURE 5 - ARMS ...................................... 17
FOOTBOARD ................................................. 38
ADJUSTING/REPLACING RIGID TUBULAR
FOOTREST .................................................... 39
ANTI-TIPPER REPLACEMENT/ADJUSTMENT ..... 39
USING CANTILEVER ARMS ............................... 17
INSTALLING/REMOVING CANTILEVER ARMS..... 17
ADJUSTING CANTILEVER ARM HEIGHT ............ 18
ADJUSTING CANTILEVER ARM ANGLE ............. 18
REPLACING/REPOSITIONING THE
PROCEDURE 9 - SUSPENSION .......................... 40
CANTILEVER ARM LOCKING MECHANISM ..... 19
ARMREST PAD ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT ... 19
INSTALLING T-ARM SOCKETS ........................... 20
INSTALLING/REMOVING T-ARMS ....................... 20
ADJUSTING THE T-ARMS .................................. 20
REPLACING THE T-ARM LOCKING LEVER ......... 22
ELASTOMERS AND SUSPENSION ..................... 40
REPLACING FRONT ELASTOMERS ................... 40
LIMITED WARRANTY ......................................... 43
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SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE: All specifications are
approximate.
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TERMINATOR JR.
Frame:
Rigid
Seat Width:
10-16-inch - Outside to Outside of SEAT FRAME in 1-inch increments.
Seat Depth
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Short Frame:
Long Frame:
8 to 14-inches
10 to 16-inches
Seat-to-Floor
Front:
13 to 20-inches
11 to 18-inches
Rear:
Back Style:
Back Height:
Back Angle:
Rigid (Standard), Fold Down
10 to 16-inches - Adjustable
86o, 90o, 94o, 98o, 102o or 106o
Rear-Front Caster Distance
(measured from outside of
back of frame to center of
front caster housing)
Short Frame:
20.5-inches
22.5-inches
Long Frame:
Footrest:
Flip-up Footboard (standard), Tubular 4-inch Adjustable (optional)
Adjustable 1/2 to 1-1/2-inches
Side - Wheel Clearance:
Rear Axle:
Adjustable Axle Position, Telescoping
0o, 3o, 6o, 9o or 12o (Adjustable Camber System)
18, 20, 22 or 24-inch
Rear Wheel Camber:
Rear Wheel Sizes:
Available Tires
18-inch:
18 x 1-3/8
20 x 1-3/8
22 x 1-3/8
24 x 1-3/8
20-inch:
22-inch:
24-inch:
Handrims:
Aluminum (standard)
Plastic Coated (optional)
Wheel Locks:
Front Forks:
Caster Size:
High Mount Push to Lock
Non-Shock Absorbing Fork (standard), Shock Absorbing (suspension) Fork (optional)
3, 4 or 5-inch Solid, 5-inch Semi-Pneumatic (standard), 6-inch Pneumatic (optional)
Back Upholstery:
Weight:
Non-adjustable (standard), U240 Black - Adjustable Tension
30 lbs.
35 lbs.
Shipping Weight*:
*NOTE: 14 x 14-inch Seat Frame with complete package (22-inch wheels, folding back, push handles, solid
seat pan, and anti-tippers).
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GENERAL GUIDELINES
PROCEDURE 1
This Procedure includes the following:
Operating Information
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Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs
STABILITY
STABILITY WARNING
The position of the footre st, c a mbe r tube , ba c k a ngle , the ta utne ss of the ba c k upholste ry a s we ll
a s the use r's c ondition a re dire c tly re la te d to the whe e lc ha irs sta bility. Any c ha nge to one (1) or
a ny c ombina tion of the five (5) ma y c a use the whe e lc ha ir to de c re a se in sta bility. Use EXTREME
c a ution whe n using a ne w se a ting position.
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Footrest Position
Camber Tube
Back Angle
Back Upholstery
User Condition
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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 handling of the racing chair.
OPERATING INFORMATION
WARNING
Unle ss othe rwise note d, a ll se rvic e a nd a djustme nts should be pe rforme d while the whe e lc ha ir is
unoc c up ie d .
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 lthc a re profe ssiona l BE-
FORE a tte m p ting 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 p t 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 to re a c h obje c ts be hind you 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.
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 pa ra lle l to 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 g e d to pre ve nt the whe e ls from moving.
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PROCEDURE 1
GENERAL GUIDELINES
WARNING
DO NOT op e 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.
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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 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 ANY 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 .
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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.
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DO NOT sta nd on the fra m e of the whe e lc ha ir.
OPTIONAL TUBULAR FOOTREST ONLY - Che c k ALL Alle n sc re ws se c uring the tubula r footre st to the
c ha ir fra me BEFORE using the whe e lc ha ir. ESPECIALLY if e nga ging in ANY rigorous a c tivity.
Anti-tippe rs MUST BE a tta c he d a t a ll time s.
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.
TIRE PRESSURE
DO NOT use your whe e lc ha ir unle ss it ha s the prope r tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT ove rinfla te the tires.
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. The recom-
me nde d tire pressure is on the side wa ll of the tire .
Re pla c e me nt of the 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 is void.
WEIGHT LIMITATION
Inva c a re's Top End Termina tor JR whe e lc ha ir ha s a we ight limita tion of 150 lbs.
Use this information only as a “basic” guide. The tech-
niques that are discussed on the following pages have
been used successfully by many.
SAFETY/ HANDLING OF
WHEELCHAIRS
“SafetyandHandling”ofthewheelchairrequirestheclose
Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with
attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant.
daily living activities that may differ from those described in
This manual points out the most common procedures
this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each
and techniques involved in the safe operation and main-
individual to try what works best for him/her in overcoming
tenance of the wheelchair. It is important to practice and
architectural obstacles that they may encounter, however,
master these safe techniques until you are comfortable
ALL WARNINGS and CAUTIONS given in this manual
in maneuvering around the frequently encountered ar-
chitectural barriers.
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.
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GENERAL GUIDELINES
PROCEDURE 1
Percentage of Weight Distribution
Stability and Balance
WARNING
WARNING
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ALWAYS wea r your sea t positioning stra p. Ina s-
muc h a s the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is a n op-
tion 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 position-
ing stra p a s a n a dditiona l sa fe gua rd for the
wheelcha ir user.
DO NOT a tte mpt to rea ch objects if you ha ve to
move forwa rd in the sea t or pick them up from
the floor by rea ching down between your knees.
The position of the footre st, c a mbe r tube , ba c k
a ngle, the ta utness of the ba ck upholstery a s well
a s the user's condition a re directly re la te d to the
wheelcha irs sta bility. Any cha nge to one (1) or
a ny c ombina tion of the five (5) ma y c a use the
wheelcha ir to decrea se in sta bility. Use EXTREME
c a ution whe n using a ne w se a ting position.
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Anti-tippe rs MUST BE a tta c he d a t a ll time s.
To assure stability and proper operation of your wheel-
chair, you must at all times maintain proper balance. Your
wheelchair has been designed to remain upright and
stable during normal daily activities as long as you do
not move beyond the center of gravity.
Manyactivitiesrequirethewheelchairownertoreach,bend
and transfer in and out of the wheelchair. These move-
ments will cause a change to the normal balance, the
center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheel-
chair. To determine and establish your particular safety
limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activi-
ties in several combinations in the presence of a qualified
health-care professional BEFORE attempting active use
of wheelchair.
Virtuallyallactivitieswhichinvolvemovementinthewheel-
chair have an effect on the center of gravity. Invacare
recommends using seat positioning straps for additional
safety while involved in activities that shift your weight.
DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further
than stability will allow. Make sure casters are pointing in
the forward position whenever you lean forward. This
can be achieved by advancing the wheelchair and then
reversing it in a straight line.
Center of Gravity
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.
Example: 46%
54%
103 lbs.
130 lbs.
UNOCCUPIED
OCCUPIED
A Note to Wheelchair Assistants
Properpositioningisessentialforyoursafety. Whenreach-
ing, leaning, bending forward, it is important to use the
front casters as a tool to maintain stability and balance.
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.
LENGTHENINGTHEWHEELBASEwillincreasethesta-
bilityandmaintainstandardmaneuverabilityofwheelchair.
WARNING
SHORTENING THE WHEELBASE will increase the
maneuverability, distribute additional weight onto the rear
wheels, and decrease the stability of the wheelchair.
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 wheelcha ir ma y result in injury to the user or
da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir.
LENGTHENING
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).
SHORTENING
Telescoping
Tube
When learning a new assistance technique, have an
experiencedassistanthelpyoubeforeattemptingitalone.
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PROCEDURE 1
GENERAL GUIDELINES
Functional Reach From a Wheelchair
Tilting
The approximate reach-limit values shown in the accom-
panying graphs 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.
WARNING
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DO NOT tilt the whe e lc ha ir without a ssista nc e .
When lowering the front ca sters of the wheelcha ir,
DO NOTlet 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.
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COMFORT MAXIMUM
When tilting the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the
back of the wheelchair on a non-removable (non-detach-
able) part. Inform the wheelchair occupant before tilting 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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TILTING - CURBS:
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After mastering the techniques of tilting the wheelchair,
use this procedure to tackle curbs, short stairs, etc.
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METHOD 1 - Apply a continuous downward motion until
the balance point is achieved and the front casters clear
the curb. At this point, the assistant will feel a difference
in the weight distribution.
INCHES
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.
METHOD 1
Roll the wheelchair forward and slowly lower the front
casters 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.
REACHING, LEANING AND BENDING - FORWARD
METHOD 2 - This method requires two (2) assistants.
The second assistant should be positioned at the front
ofthewheelchairliftingupwardonanon-removable(non-
detachable) part of the wheelchair frame when lifting the
wheelchairandstabilizingthewheelchairwhenthewheel-
chair is being lowered to the ground.
Reaching, Leaning - Backwards
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.
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 bal-
ance 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.
REACHING, LEANING - BACKWARDS
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GENERAL GUIDELINES
PROCEDURE 1
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Stairways
ESCALATORS? SORRY!
DO NOT use a n esca la tor to move a wheelcha ir
between floors. Serious bodily injury ma y occur.
WARNING
ALWAYS we a r your se a t positioning stra p. Ina s-
muc h a s the SEAT POSITIONING STRAP is a n op-
tion 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 position-
ing stra p a s a n a dditiona l sa fe gua rd for the
wheelcha ir user.
Transferring to and From Other Seats
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
pa ra lle l to 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 ng a g e d
to he lp pre ve nt the whe e ls from moving.
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 remova ble (deta cha ble) pa rts of a wheel-
cha ir ma y result in injury to the user or da ma ge
to the whe e lc ha ir.
Extreme ca ution is a dvised when it is necessa ry
to move a n oc c upie d whe e lc ha ir up or down a
sta irwa y. Inva ca re recommends using two (2) a s-
sista nts a nd ma king thorough prepa ra tions. Ma ke
sure to use ONLY secure , non-de ta c ha ble pa rts
for ha nd-hold supports.
CAUTION
When tra nsferring, position yourself a s fa r ba ck a s
possible in the sea t. This will pre ve nt da ma ge d up-
holstery a nd the possibility of the wheelcha ir tip-
ping forwa rd.
Followthisprocedureformovingthewheelchairbetween
floors when an elevator is NOT available:
NOTE: This activity may be performed independently pro-
videdyouhaveadequatemobilityandupperbodystrength.
1. Turn the anti-tippers so they are facing UP.
Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side
the seat to which you are transferring, with the front cast-
ers pointing parallel to it. Engage wheel locks. Shift body
weight into seat with transfer.
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.
During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will
be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all possible.
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 it as the first
assistant places one foot on the next stair and re-
peats procedure.
4. The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last
stairhasbeennegotiatedandithasbeenrolledaway
from the stairway.
5. Turn the anti-tippers so they are facing DOWN.
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PROCEDURE 2
SAFETY INSPECTION
This Procedure includes the following:
Safety Inspection Checklist
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SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST
NOTE: Every six (6) months, take your wheelchair to a qualified technician 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. Clean upholstery with mild soap and water or spray disinfectant using a
sponge. DO NOT use bleach or wash in a washing machine.
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Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure, preference and abilities. Thereafter follow
these maintenance procedures:
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INITIALLY INSPECT/ INSPECT/
ADJUST ADJUST
INSPECT/
ADJUST
WEEKLY MONTHLY PERIODICALLY
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Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).
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WHEEL LOCKS
Do not interfere with tires when rolling.
Pivot points free of wear and looseness.
Wheel locks easy to engage.
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SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY
Inspect for rips or sagging.
Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch.
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REAR WHEELS
Adjustable Axle Position Camber Bar is securely tightened.
Quick/Quad release axles lock properly.
No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun.
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HANDRIMS
Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling.
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SPOKES
Inspect for bent or broken spokes.
All spokes uniformly tight.
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FRONT CASTER
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.
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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 checked periodically for cracks and
wear, and should be replaced.
FRONT SUSPENSION FORKS (If Equipped)
Inspect elastomers for proper lubrication.
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CLEANING
Clean upholstery and armrests.
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TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURE 3
This Procedure includes the following:
Troubleshooting
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Maintenance
TROUBLESHOOTING
CHAIR
VEERS VEERS
CHAIR
SLUGGISH
TURN OR
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FLUTTERS
SQUEAKS
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LOOSENESS
IN CHAIR
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RATTLES
X
X
X
X
X
X
Check tires for correct
and equal pressure.
X
X
X
X
Check for loose stem nuts.
Check spokes and nipples.
X
X
X
Check that both casters
contact the ground at the
same time.
4. Recommended tire pressure is listed on the sidewall
of the tire.
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Safety Precautions
CAUTION
WARNING
As with a ny ve hic le , the whe e l s 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.
AfterANYadjustments, repairorservice and BEFORE
use, make sure all attaching hardwa re is tightened
securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
5. Check the wheels and tires periodically for cracks
andwear. Ifdamaged, havethemreplacedbyaquali-
fied technician.
CAUTION
M
A
I
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.
6. Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels. If
loose, have them adjusted by a qualified technician.
N
T
E
N
A
N
C
E
Suggested Maintenance Procedures
7. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are se-
cured to the rear wheels. Refer to HANDRIM RE-
PLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.
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 adjustment.
8. Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire
wear. Refer to WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/RE-
PLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.
2. Keep quick/quad-release axles free of dirt and lint to
ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer
to ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLES or AD-
JUSTINGQUAD-RELEASEHANDLESin PROCE-
DURE 7 of this manual.
9. Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make
sure they are clean and free from moisture. Use a
Teflon® lubricant if necessary.
3. Oil quick-release axles at least once (1) a month (3-
in-1 oil® or equivalent).
10. FRONT SUSPENSION FORKS (if equipped) - Peri-
odically lubricate the the inside of the elastomers and
the shaft of the hex bolt that secures the elastomers to
the suspension tube with a silicone based lubricant.
WARNING
DO NOT use your whe e lc ha ir unle ss it ha s the
proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT ove rinfla 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.
11. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.
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PROCEDURE 4
BACK
This Procedure includes the following:
Folding/Unfolding the Back
CHANGING THE BACK ANGLE
(FIGURE 2)
Changing the Back Angle
WARNING
Adjusting the Back Height
The following proc e dure MUST be pe rform e d
by a qua lifie d te c hnic ia n.
Replacing Standard Back Upholstery
Replacing Custom Manual Adjustable Tension
Back Upholstery
1. Remove the seat pan. Refer to REPLACING SEAT
PAN in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual.
B
A
C
K
Replacing the Spreader Bar
2. Loosen, but do not remove the rear hex screw
that secures the back angle plate to the wheel-
chair frame.
Replacing the Locking Mechanism in the Back Cane
Installing the Stroller Handles
3. Remove the front hex screw, washers, coved
washer and locknut that secure the back angle
plate to the wheelchair frame.
WARNING
ALWAYS perform this procedure in the presence of
a n a ssista nt. The position of the footrest, ca mber
tube, ba ck a ngle, the ta utness of the ba ck uphol-
stery as well as the user's condition are directly re-
la ted to the wheelcha irs sta bility. Any cha nge to
one (1)oranycombination ofthe five (5)maycause
the wheelcha irto decrease in stability.Use EXTREME
ca ution when using a new sea ting position.
4. Position the back angle plate to one (1) of six (6)
back angles shown in FIGURE 2.
5. Reinstall the front hex screw, washers and coved
washer and securely tighten with locknut. Refer to
FIGURE 2 for correct hardware orientation.
6. Securely tighten the rear hex screw that secures
the back adjustment plate to the wheelchair frame.
AfterANYadjustments, repairorservice and BEFORE
use, make sure a ll a tta ching ha rdwa re is tightened
securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
7. If wheelchair is equipped with cantilever arms,
adjust the angle of the cantilever arm so they re-
main parallel to the ground/floor. Refer to ADJUST-
ING CANTILEVER ARM ANGLE in PROCEDURE
5 of this manual.
FOLDING/ UNFOLDING THE BACK
(FIGURE 1)
WARNING
Seat Pan
Wheelchair
Back MUST be locked securely in place and all at-
taching hardwa re tightBEFOREusing the wheelchair.
Frame
Rear Hex
Screw
(Loosen,
but do not
Remove)
Folding the Back
Coved Washer
Locknut
1. Pull BOTH back release levers UP.
2. While holding BOTH back release levers, push the
back canes DOWN.
Washer
Unfolding the Back
Back
Angle
Plate
1. Pull the back canes UP towards the rear of the
wheelchair there is an audible "click".
2. Push the back canes FORWARD to ensure they
are locked in place.
BACK
ANGLES
Washer
Front
Hex
3. If the back canes are not locked in place, repeat
STEPS 1-2 until the back canes lock.
86°
90°
94°
Screw
Back Cane
98°
102°
106°
Back
Release
Lever
FIGURE 2 - CHANGING THE BACK ANGLE
FIGURE 1 - FOLDING/UNFOLDING THE BACK
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BACK
PROCEDURE 4
ADJ USTING THE BACK HEIGHT
(FIGURE 3)
REPLACING STANDARD BACK
UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 4)
NOTE: If necessary, remove the back upholstery to 1. Remove the back height adjustment screws that
access mounting holes. Refer to REPLACING STAN-
DARD BACK UPHOLSTERY or REPLACING CUS-
TOM MANUAL ADJUSTABLE TENSION BACK UP-
HOLSTERY in this procedure of the manual.
secure the back cane to the back upright.
2. Slide the back assembly out of the back uprights.
3. Remove the two (2) screws and washers that se-
cure the EXISTING back upholstery to the back
cane.
B
A
C
K
1. Remove the back height adjustment screws that
secure the back cane to the back upright.
4. Slide the EXISTING back upholstery down and
off the back canes.
2. Raise/lower the back canes to the desired height.
3. Align the mounting hole in each back cane with
the desired mounting hole in each back upright.
5. Slide the NEW back upholstery up and onto the
back canes.
NOTE: Both back canes should be adjusted to the
same height.
6. Align the mounting hole in each back cane with
the desired mounting hole in each back upright.
4. Install the two (2) back height adjustment screws
through the back upright mounting holes determined
in STEP 3 and the back cane mounting holes.
NOTE: Both back canes should be adjusted to the
same height.
7. Install the two (2) back height adjustment screws
through the back upright mounting holes determined
in STEP 6 and the back cane mounting holes.
Back Upholstery
Back
Height
Adjustment
Screw
Mounting
Screw
Mounting
Holes
Washers
Back
Canes
Back
Mounting
Height
Screw
Adjustment
Screw
Back
Uprights
Back
Uprights
NOTE: Standard back upholstery shown for clarity.
FIGURE 3 - ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT
FIGURE 4 - REPLACING STANDARD BACK
UPHOLSTERY
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PROCEDURE 4
BACK
REPLACING CUSTOM MANUAL
ADJ USTABLE TENSION BACK
UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 5)
WARNING
Afte r the a djusta ble te nsion ba c k upholste ry ha s
be e n positione d to the e nd-use rs individua l
ne e ds, the fa ste ning stra ps MUST be se c urely
fa ste ne d BEFORE a pplying the ba c k upholste ry
c ove r. The a djusta ble ba c k should be c he c ke d
whe ne ve r e nte ring the whe e lc ha ir to e nsure
tha t the fa ste ning stra ps a re se c ure ly fa ste ne d.
The Adjustable Tension Straps
The straps can be adjusted at various levels of tension to
accommodate individual end-users. The bottom two (2)
straps can be adjusted tightly to support and/or assist the
extensor muscles.
B
A
C
K
9. Secure the back upholstery cover (fastening strap)
to the back of the adjustable back upholstery (fas-
tening strap).
The Back Upholstery Cover
The back upholstery cover is designed for three (3)
reasons:
10. Flip the back upholstery cover over the adjustable
back upholstery and secure the fastening straps
to the front of the adjustable back upholstery.
1. The first is as a modesty cover.
2. The second is to keep the cushion from sliding out of 11. Lay the front portion of the back upholstery cover
the back of the wheelchair.
on the seat pan.
3. The third is a sacral support depending upon how far 12. Adjust the slack in the back upholstery cover and
or tight the flap is pulled under the seat cushion.
then secure to the seat pan fastening straps.
Replacing Adjustable Tension Back
Upholstery
Back Cane
1. Remove the back height adjustment screws that se-
cure the back canes to the back uprights.
2. Slide the back canes out of the back uprights.
Back
3. Remove the two (2) screws and washers that secure
the EXISTING back upholstery to the back canes.
Upright
Back Height
Adjustment
Screw
4. Slide the EXISTING back upholstery down and off
the back canes.
5. Stand behind the wheelchair and perform the following:
Fastening Strap
A. Slide anchor loop section of adjustable tension back
upholstery up onto the LEFT back cane with the up-
per grommet hole facing the rear of the wheelchair.
Back Upholstery Cover
Fastening Straps
B. Slideadjusterstrapsectionofadjustabletensionback
upholstery up onto the RIGHT back cane with the
upper grommet hole facing the rear of the wheelchair.
Adjuster Strap
6. Align the mounting hole in each back cane with the
desired mounting hole in each back upright.
Back
Cane
Anchor
Loop
NOTE: Both back canes should be adjusted to the same
height.
Upper
Grommet
Hole
7. Install the two (2) back height adjustment screws
through the back upright mounting holes determined
in STEP 6 and the back cane mounting holes.
Back Upholstery
Anchor Loop Section
8. Slip adjuster straps through corresponding anchor
loops and adjust the back upholstery. Secure with
the fastening straps.
Mounting Screw
Back Upholstery Adjuster Strap Section
FIGURE 5 - REPLACING CUSTOM MANUAL
ADJUSTABLE TENSION BACK UPHOLSTERY
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BACK
PROCEDURE 4
REPLACING THE SPREADER BAR
(FIGURE 6)
REPLACING THE LOCKING
MECHANISM IN THE BACK CANE
(FIGURE 7)
NOTE: Make sure the spreader bar is ALWAYS at-
tached to the wheelchair.
WARNING
The loc king me c ha nism is spring loa de d. Pla c e
your fre e ha nd ove r the e nd of the ba c k c a ne
to p re ve nt the loc king me c ha nsim from spring-
ing out of the ba c k c a ne .
1. Remove the back height adjustment screws that
secure the back canes to the back uprights.
B
A
C
K
2. Remove the cantilever arms, if necessary. Refer
to INSTALLING/REMOVING CANTILEVER
ARMS in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.
1. Fold the back down. Refer to FOLDING/UNFOLD-
ING BACK in this procedure of the manual.
3. Loosen, but do not remove the two (2) set screws
that secure the EXISTING spreader bar to the back
canes.
2. Unscrew the actuator from the locking mechanism.
3. Remove the locking mechanism and spring from
the back cane.
4. Slide the EXISTING spreader bar off of the two
(2) back canes.
NOTE: Inspect the spring and replace if necessary.
5. Slide the NEW spreader bar onto the back canes.
4. Slide the NEW spring and locking mechanism into
the back cane.
6. Securely tighten the two (2) set screws that se-
cure the NEW spreader bar to the back canes.
5. Make sure the angled end of the locking mecha-
nism is at the bottom of the back cane.
7. Reinstall the cantilever arms, if necessary. Refer
to INSTALLING/REMOVING CANTILEVER
ARMS in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.
NOTE: The long side of the locking mechanism should
be toward the actuator opening.
8. Align the mounting hole in each back cane with
the desired mounting hole in each back upright.
6. Push and hold the locking mechanism into the back
cane.
9. Install the two (2) back height adjustment screws
through the back upright mounting holes deter-
mined in STEP 8 and the back cane mounting
holes.
7. Screw the actuator through the actuator opening
and into the locking mechanism mounting hole.
8. Unfold the back. Refer to FOLDING/UNFOLDING
BACK in this procedure of the manual.
Mounting
Set
Hole
Screw
Back Cane
Back Cane
Back
Height
Adjustment
Screw
Spreader
Bar
Actuator Opening
Actuator
Spring
Mounting
Hole
Back
Uprights
Locking
Long Side of
Mechanism
Locking Mechanism
FIGURE 6 - REPLACING THE SPREADER BAR
Angled End of the Locking Mechanism
FIGURE 7 - REPLACING THE LOCKING MECHANISM
IN THE BACK CANE
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PROCEDURE 4
BACK
INSTALLING THE STROLLER
HANDLES (FIGURE 8)
Stroller
Handle
NOTE: If necessary, remove the foam grip on the push
handle BEFORE performing this procedure.
1. Slide the stroller handle onto the push handle.
2. Make sure to line up the mounting holes of the
stroller handle and the push handle.
B
A
C
K
3. Press and hold the button on the quick-release
pin.
Button
4. While holding the button, insert the quick-release
pin through the stroller handle and push handle.
Quick-Release Pin
Push
Handle
5. Pull on the stroller handle to make sure it is locked
securely in place.
6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite stroller handle.
FIGURE 8 - INSTALLING THE STROLLER HANDLES
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ARMS
PROCEDURE 5
Back Cane
Locknuts
This Procedure includes the following:
Using Cantilever Arms
Adjustment Plate
Coved
Washers
Spacer
REAR
Installing/Removing Cantilever Arms
Adjusting Cantilever Arm Height
Adjusting Cantilever Arm Angle
Actuator
Washers
Replacing/Repositioning the Cantilever Arm
Locking Mechanism
A
R
M
S
Arm Pad Adjustment/Replacement
Installing T-Arm Sockets
FRONT
Top Hex Screw
and Coved Washer
Installing/Removing T-Arms
Adjusting the T-Arms
Cantilever Arm
Bottom Hex Screw
Replacing the T-Arm Locking Lever
FIGURE 1 - USING CANTILEVER ARMS - INSTALLING/
REMOVING CANTILEVER ARMS - ADJUSTING
CANTILEVER ARM HEIGHT
WARNING
Ne ve r try to lift or tip the whe e lc ha ir by the
c a ntile ve r a rms or T-a rms, se rious injury c a n
oc c ur.
INSTALLING/ REMOVING
CANTILEVER ARMS (FIGURE 1)
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 hm e nt ha rd-
wa re is tighte ne d se c ure ly - othe rwise , injury
or da ma ge ma y oc c ur.
Installing
1. Insert the top hex screw of the partially assembled
cantilever arm assembly through the desired back
cane mounting hole.
USING CANTILEVER ARMS
(FIGURE 1)
NOTE: The partially assembled cantilever arm assem-
bly includes the top hex screw, coved washers and
spacer, adjustment plate and cantilever arm.
1. Pull the locking mechanism actuator towards the
front of the wheelchair.
NOTE: Make sure the adjustment plate is towards the
inside of the wheelchair.
2. While holding the actuator, pull UP on the cantile-
ver arm.
2. Insert the bottom hex screw through the bottom
hole of the adjustment plate, the coved washer
and the back cane.
NOTE: If cantilever arms rub against rear wheels when
UP, increase the wheelbase width. Refer to ADJUST-
ING WHEELBASE WIDTH in PROCEDURE 7 of this
manual.
3. Secure the cantilever arm to the wheelchair with
the washers and locknuts as shown in FIGURE 1.
NOTE: If necessary, the locking mechanism in the can-
tilever arm can be repositioned so the cantilever arm
will flip DOWN instead of UP. Refer to REPLACING/
REPOSITIONING THE CANTILEVER ARM LOCK-
ING MECHANISM in this procedure of the manual.
4. If desired, adjust the angle of the cantilever arm.
Refer to ADJUSTING CANTILEVER ARM ANGLE
in this procedure of the manual.
Rem oving
3. To lock the cantilever arm, push DOWN until there
is an audible click.
NOTE: When removing the locknuts and washers from
the cantilever arm assembly, leave the hex screws,
coved washers and spacer in place.
4. Pull UP on the cantilever arm to make sure it is
locked in place.
1. Remove the locknuts and washers from the top
and bottom hex screws.
2. Remove the cantilever arm assembly from the
wheelchair frame.
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PROCEDURE 5
ARMS
86O
90O
ADJ USTING CANTILEVER ARM
HEIGHT (FIGURE 1)
Back Angle Bracket
Back Angle Bracket
Arm
Adjustment
Plate
Arm
Adjustment
Plate
1. Remove the washers and locknuts from the top
hex screw and the bottom hex screw.
2. Pull the cantilever arm assembly with hex screws,
spacers, and coved washers away from the back
canes.
A
R
M
S
3. Reposition the cantilever arm assembly and hard-
ware up or down as desired.
94O
98O
4. Insert the two (2) hex screws with hardware and
cantilever arm assembly into the desired back cane
mounting holes.
Back Angle Bracket
Back Angle Bracket
5. Secure the cantilever arm to the back canes with
the locknuts and washers as shown in FIGURE 1.
ADJ USTING CANTILEVER ARM
ANGLE (FIGURES 2 AND 3)
NOTE: This adjustment is recommended if the back
angle has been changed.
102O
106O
Back Angle Bracket
Back Angle Bracket
1. Flip the cantilever arm up and out of the way.
Arm
Adjustment
Plate
2. Remove the locknut that secures the locking pin
to the arm adjustment plate.
3. Refer to FIGURE 3 to determine the mounting hole
in the arm adjustment plate that will be used to
correspond to the back angle.
4. Securely tighten the locking pin and washer to the
adjustment plate with a locknut.
5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for the opposite side, if neces-
sary.
FIGURE 3 - CORRESPONDING ARM ADJUSTMENT
TO BACK ANGLE
Adjustment Plate
Locknut
Locking Pin
Washer
FIGURE 2 - ADJUSTING CANTILEVER ARM ANGLE
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ARMS
PROCEDURE 5
REPLACING/ REPOSITIONING THE
CANTILEVER ARM LOCKING
MECHANISM (FIGURE 4)
ARMREST PAD ADJ USTMENT/
REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 5)
Arm rest Pad Adjustm ent
CAUTION
1. Remove the phillips screw from the rear of the
armrest pad.
The loc king me c ha nism is spring loa de d. Pla c e
your fre e ha nd ove r the e nd of the c a ntile ve r
a rm to pre ve nt the loc king me c ha nism from
springing out of the a rm.
2. Reposition the cantilever slide tube to one (1) of
five (5) positions.
A
R
M
S
3. Align the mounting hole in the cantilever slide tube
with the desired mounting hole from STEP 2.
1. Flip the cantilever arm up and out of the way.
2. Unscrew the actuator from the locking mechanism.
4. Install the phillips screw UP through the desired
mounting hole in the armrest tube and the cantile-
ver slide tube mounting hole to secure the arm-
rest pad to the armrest tube.
3. Remove the locking mechanism and spring from
the cantilever arm.
NOTE: Inspect the spring and replace if necessary.
5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for opposite armrest pad if
necessary.
4. Slide the NEW spring and locking mechanism into
the cantilever arm.
Arm rest Pad Replacem ent
5. Position the angled portion of the locking mecha-
nism in one (1) of two (2) ways:
1. Remove the phillips screw from the rear of the
armrest pad.
A. ANGLED PORTION FACING UP - Arm will
flip UP.
2. Remove the phillips screw from the front of the
armrest pad.
B. ANGLED PORTION FACING DOWN - Arm
will flip DOWN.
3. Remove the EXISTING armrest pad from the arm-
rest tube.
6. Push and hold the locking mechanism into the
cantilever arm.
4. Position the NEW armrest pad onto the armrest
tube and cantilever slide tube.
7. Screw the actuator into the locking mechanism
mounting hole.
5. Secure the NEW armrest pad to the armrest tube
and cantilever slide tube with the two (2) phillips
screws.
8. Flip the cantilever arm up/down to lock in place.
9. Pull down/up on the cantilever arm to ensure it
has locked in place.
Angled Portion of
Locking Mechanism
Armrest
Tube
Spring
Cantilever Arm
Locking
Mechanism
REAR Phillips Screw
Cantilever Slide Tube
FRONT Phillips Screw
Actuator
FIGURE 4 - REPOSITIONING/REPLACING THE
LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE
CANTILEVER ARM
FIGURE 5 - ARMREST PAD ADJUSTMENT/
REPLACEMENT
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PROCEDURE 5
ARMS
2. Slide T-arm into T-arm socket until the locking lever is in
theslotintheT-armsocketandanaudible"click"isheard.
INSTALLING T-ARM SOCKETS
(FIGURE 6)
3. PulluponT-armtomakesureT-armislockedinplace.
1. Remove rear wheels from wheelchair. Refer to RE-
MOVING/INSTALLINGREARWHEELSinPROCE-
DURE 7 of this manual.
NOTE: If the T-arm does not slide in the T-arm socket
as desired, adjust the T-arm socket. Refer to ADJUST-
ING THE T-ARMS in this procedure of the manual.
2. Position the T-arm clamp on the wheelchair frame as
shown in FIGURE 6.
A
R
M
S
4. Adjust the T-arm for desired height, width and depth,
if necessary. Refer to ADJUSTING THE T-ARMS in
this procedure of the manual.
NOTE: T-arm socket must be positioned on outside of
wheelchair frame.
3. InstallhexboltsthroughT-armclamp,wheelchairframe
andcovedwashersandtightensecurelywithlocknuts.
5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for opposite side of wheelchair.
4. Position the T-arm socket inserts in the T-arm socket
as shown in FIGURE 6.
Rem oving T-Arm s
1. PressinonthelockingleverandlifttheT-armstraight
up and out of the T-arm socket.
5. Line up the mounting holes in the T-arm socket with
the threaded holes in the T-arm clamp.
6. While holding the T-arm socket and the T-arm clamp
together, install the four (4) hex screws and washers
into mounting holes and tighten loosely.
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
ADJUSTINGTHET-ARMSinthisprocedureofthemanual.
7. Adjust the T-arm socket. Refer to ADJUSTING THE
T-ARMS in this procedure of the manual.
2. Repeat STEP 2 for opposite side of the wheelchair.
8. Repeat STEPS 2-7 for opposite side of wheelchair.
9. Install the T-arm into the T-arm sockets in this proce-
dure of the manual.
Locknut
Wheelchair Frame
T-Arm Clamp
T-Arm
T-Arm Socket
Inserts
Wheelchair
Frame
Locking Lever
(Towards the
front of the
Coved
Washer
Hex Bolts
T-Arm
Socket
wheelchair.)
Hex Screw
T-Arm
Socket
Slot
Washer
FIGURE 7 - INSTALLING/REMOVING T- ARMS
FIGURE 6 - INSTALLING T-ARM SOCKETS
ADJ USTING THE T-ARMS
INSTALLING/ REMOVING T-ARMS
(FIGURE 7)
Adjusting T-Arm Height (FIGURE 8)
Installing T-Arm s
1. Unlock the T-arm by flipping the T-arm release lever
towards the inside of the wheelchair.
1. Position the T-arm over the T-arm socket on the
wheelchair frame.
NOTE: If necessary, pull out on the T-arm release le-
ver and rotate 180o so it can be flipped towards the
outside of the wheelchair.
NOTE: Make sure the locking lever is towards the front
of the wheelchair.
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ARMS
PROCEDURE 5
Adjusting T-Arm Depth (FIGURE 10)
2. Slide the T-arm to one (1) of:
A. Low Height T-Arms - Nine (9) positions.
B. High Height T-Arms - Seven (7) positions.
1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the
arm pad to the arm tube.
2. Remove the two (2) socket screws that secure the
arm tube to the T-arm post.
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:
3. Reposition the arm tube on the T-arm post:
A
R
M
S
A. Desk Length Arms - to one (1) of three (3) posi-
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.
tions depending on the desired arm pad depth.
B. Full Length Arms - to one (1) of five (5) posi-
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.
tions depending on the desired arm pad depth.
NOTE: Additional positions are obtainable by turning
the arm tube 180o.
3. Lock the T-arm by flipping the T-arm release le-
ver towards the front of the wheelchair.
4. Re-secure the arm tube to the T-arm post with the
two (2) socket screws. Torque to 60-70 in./lbs.
5. Reattach the arm pad to the arm tube with the two (2)
phillips screws. Tighten securely.
6. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary.
Inside T-Arm
Post
Arm Pad
Set
Screws
Arm Tube
NOTE: If
necessary, turn
arm tube 180o
to obtain two
(2) positions.
Outside
T-Arm Release Lever -
T- Arm Post
Socket
Screws
Unlocked Position
T-Arm Release Lever - Locked Position
Phillips
Screw
FIGURE 8 - ADJUSTING T-ARM HEIGHT
Adjusting T-Arm Width (FIGURE 9)
T-Arm Post
Phillips Screw
1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the
arm pad to the arm tube.
FIGURE 10 - ADJUSTING T-ARM DEPTH
2. Turn the arm pad around and reposition the arm pad
on the arm tube.
Adjusting T-Arm Sockets (FIGURE 11)
NOTE: Perform this procedure if the T-arm is too loose
in the socket or does not easily slide up and down in
the socket.
3. Re-secure the arm pad to the arm tube with the two
(2) phillips screws. Tighten securely.
4. Repeat for the opposite side, if necessary.
1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair, if nec-
essary. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR
WHEELS in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.
Arm Pad
2. Loosen, but do not remove the four (4) hex screws
andwashersthatsecureT-armsockettoT-armclamp.
Arm Tube
NOTE: The T-arm socket will disassemble if the four
(4) hex screws and washers are removed.
Phillips
Screw
Phillips Screw
FIGURE 9 - ADJUSTING T-ARM WIDTH
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PROCEDURE 5
ARMS
3. Slide the T-arm into the T-arm socket until the locking
lever is in the slot in the T-arm socket and an audible
"click" is heard.
WARNING
The locking lever is spring loa ded. Pla ce your fre e
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, othe r-
wise pa rts ma y be lost or injury ma y occur.
4. Squeeze the T-arm socket the T-arm clamp together
until the socket is flush with the T-arm.
3. Remove EXISTING locking lever and spring from
bottom bracket.
5. While holding the T-arm socket and the T-arm clamp
together, tighten the four (4) hex screws and washers.
Tighten securely.
NOTE: Inspect the spring and replace if necessary.
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4. Position spring on bottom bracket as shown in FIG-
URE 12.
6. PressinonthelockingleverandlifttheT-armstraight
up and out of the T-arm socket.
5. Position NEW locking lever onto spring and bottom
bracket (DETAIL "A").
7. RepeatSTEPS3-6, ifnecessaryuntiltheT-armslides
in the T-arm socket as desired.
NOTE:Makesurethetwo(2)extendedendsofthespring
are inside the notch in the locking lever.
8. If necessary, install rear wheels. Refer to REMOV-
ING/INSTALLING REARWHEELSinPROCEDURE
7 of this manual.
6. Line up the mounting holes in the NEW locking lever,
spring and bottom bracket.
WARNING
DO NOT over tighten locknut that secures locking le-
ver to bottom bracket. Over tightening this locknut will
prevent locking lever from operating properly, possibly
causing injury.
T-Arm
7. Install phillips bolt and tighten securely with locknut.
T-Arm Clamp
Hex Screws
8. Install the T-arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to IN-
STALLING/REMOVING T-ARMS in this procedure
of the manual.
Hex Screws
and Washers
and Washers
DETAIL "A" - MOUNTING THE SPRING
Mounted
Extended Ends
Spring
Slot
T-Arm Socket
Locking Lever
FIGURE 11 - ADJUSTING T-ARM SOCKETS
Spring
Notch
REPLACING THE T-ARM LOCKING
LEVER (FIGURE 12)
Locknut
Bottom
Bracket
1. Remove T-arm from wheelchair. Refer to IN-
STALLING/REMOVING T-ARMS in this proce-
dure of the manual.
2. Remove the phillips bolt and locknut that secure
the EXISTING locking lever to the bottom bracket.
Locking
Lever
Phillips Bolt
FIGURE 12 - REPLACING THE T-ARM LOCKING LEVER
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SEAT
PROCEDURE 6
This Procedure includes the following:
Replacing Seat Pan
SPACER
NONE
1-inch
HEIGHT DIFFERENCE
2-inch
1-inch
NONE
Adjusting Rear Seat Height
Adjusting Seat Depth
2-inch
1. PerformSTEPS1-2ofREPLACINGTHESEATPAN.
2. InsertorremovespacersontopoftheREARframeclamps.
3. PerformSTEPS3-4ofREPLACINGTHESEATPAN.
Adjusting Seat Width
Adjusting Front Seat-to-Floor Height
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WARNING
AfterANYadjustments, repairorservice and BEFORE
use, make sure a ll a tta ching ha rdwa re is tightened
securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
ADJ USTING SEAT DEPTH
(FIGURES 2 AND 3)
WARNING
REPLACING SEAT PAN (FIGURE 1)
1. Remove the seat cushion from the seat pan.
This proc e dure must be pe rformed by a qua li-
fie d te c hnic ia n ONLY.
2. Remove the four (4) phillips screws, locknuts and
spacers (if present) that secure the seat pan to the
frame clamps.
The position of the footrest, ca mber tube, ba ck
a ngle, the ta utness of the ba ck upholstery a s well
as the user's condition are directly rela ted to the
wheelcha irs sta bility. Any cha nge to one (1) or a ny
combina tion of the five (5) ma y ca use the wheel-
cha ir to decrea se in sta bility. Use EXTREME ca ution
when using a new sea ting position.
3. Position NEW seat pan on wheelchair frame, align-
ing seat pan mounting holes with frame clamps.
4. Secure the seat pan to the frame clamps with the
four (4) phillips screws, locknuts and spacers (if
present).
NOTE: Note the position of the front hex screw before
removing to ensure proper reinstallation.
Seat Pan
Phillips Screws
1. Remove the hex screws, washers, coved spacers
and locknuts that secure the back angle brackets to
the wheelchair frame.
REAR OF
WHEELCHAIR
Seat Pan
Mounting
Holes
Spacer
2. Refer to the chart in FIGURE 3 to determine mount-
ing positions for corresponding seat depths.
3. Position the back assembly with the mounting posi-
tion determined in STEP 2.
FRONT OF
WHEELCHAIR
Frame
Clamps
4. Securethebackassemblytothewheelchairframewith
thehexscrews, washers, covedwashersandlocknuts.
Refer to FIGURE 2 for correct hardware orientation.
Back
Assembly
Washers
Locknuts
Small Coved
Spacers
Locknuts
Back
Angle
Bracket
Wheelchair Frame
FIGURE1 - REPLACING SEAT PAN
Rear
Hex
Screw
ADJ USTING REAR SEAT HEIGHT
(FIGURE 1)
NOTE: The wheelchair frame is designed to create a
2-inch height difference between the front and the rear
of the seat pan. If desired, spacers can be added at
the rear of the seat pan to decrease this height differ-
ence. Refer to the chart below for the proper spacers.
Large
Coved
Spacers
Wheelchair
Frame
Washers
Front Hex Screw
FIGURE 2 - ADJUSTING SEAT DEPTH
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PROCEDURE 6
SEAT
PROPER MOUNTING HOLES FOR BACK ANGLE BRACKET
Use these mounting
NEVER use these mounting holes for
holes ONLY
the back angle bracket
9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
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NEVER use this mounting hole for the
back angle bracket
Rear--------Wheelchair-------Front
SHORT FRAME
LONG FRAME
BACK POSITION FOR 14-INCH SEAT DEPTH
BACK POSITION FOR 16-INCH SEAT DEPTH
Mounting
Mounting
Hole s 7 a nd 9
Hole s 7 a nd 9
BACK POSITION FOR 13-INCH SEAT DEPTH
BACK POSITION FOR 15-INCH SEAT DEPTH
Mounting
Mounting
Hole s 6 a nd 8
Hole s 6 a nd 8
BACK POSITION FOR 12-INCH SEAT DEPTH
BACK POSITION FOR 14-INCH SEAT DEPTH
Mounting
Mounting
Hole s 5 a nd 7
Hole s 5 a nd 7
BACK POSITION FOR 11-INCH SEAT DEPTH
BACK POSITION FOR 13-INCH SEAT DEPTH
Mounting
Mounting
Hole s 4 a nd 6
Hole s 4 a nd 6
BACK POSITION FOR 10-INCH SEAT DEPTH
BACK POSITION FOR 12-INCH SEAT DEPTH
Mounting
Mounting
Hole s 3 a nd 5
Hole s 3 a nd 5
BACK POSITION FOR 9-INCH SEAT DEPTH
BACK POSITION FOR 11-INCH SEAT DEPTH
Mounting
Mounting
Hole s 2 a nd 4
Hole s 2 a nd 4
BACK POSITION FOR 8-INCH SEAT DEPTH
BACK POSITION FOR 10-INCH SEAT DEPTH
Mounting
Mounting
Hole s 1 a nd 3
Hole s 1 a nd 3
FIGURE 3 - ADJUSTING SEAT DEPTH
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SEAT
PROCEDURE 6
Hex Screws
ADJ USTING SEAT WIDTH (FIGURE 4)
WARNING
Coved
Washers
Crossmember
The following proc e dure should only be pe r-
forme d by a qua lifie d te c hnic ia n.
1. Remove the EXISTING footplate from the wheel-
chair. Refer to PROCEDURE 8 of this manual.
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2. Remove the EXISTING back upholstery from the
wheelchair. Refer to PROCEDURE 4 of this
manual.
Rear
Mounting
Hole
3. Remove the EXISTING spreader bar from the
wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING THE
SPREADER BAR in PROCEDURE 4 of this
manual.
Crossmember
Wheelchair
Frame
4. Remove the EXISTING seat pan from the wheel-
chair. Refer to REPLACING SEAT PAN in this pro-
cedure of the manual.
Front Mounting Hole
FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING SEAT WIDTH
NOTE: Retain the attachment hardware for installa-
tion of the NEW seat pan.
ADJ USTING FRONT
SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT
5. Remove the axle tube from the wheelchair. Refer
to REPLACING AXLE TUBE in PROCEDURE 7
of this 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 well a s the user condition directly 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 rea 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 tothe c ha rt in STABILITY in
PROCEDURE 1 of this ma nua l.
6. Remove the four (4) hex screws and eight (8)
coved washers that secure the two (2) EXISTING
crossmembers to the wheelchair frame.
7. Remove the four (4) frame clamps from the EX-
ISTING two (2) crossmembers.
8. Install the four (4) frame clamps onto the NEW (2)
crossmembers.
9. Secure the two (2) NEW crossmembers to the front
and rear mounting holes in the wheelchair frame
with the hex screws and coved washers removed
in STEP 5.
Determ ining Fram e Height (FIGURE 5)
Terminator Jr. Frames come in Short and Tall.
1. To determine frame height, measure from the bot-
tom of the caster headtube to the top of the seat rail.
10. Install the NEW axle tube. Refer to REPLACING
AXLE TUBE in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.
2. Refer to the chart to determine the frame size.
11. Install the NEW seat pan using the EXISTING
hardware. Refer to REPLACING SEAT PAN in this
procedure of the manual.
HEIGHT (INCHES)
FRAME SIZE
7-3/4
10-1/2
SHORT
TALL
12. Install the NEW back upholstery onto the wheel-
chair. Refer to PROCEDURE 4 of this manual.
Seat Rail
13. Install the NEW spreader bar onto the wheelchair.
Refer to REPLACING THE SPREADER BAR in
PROCEDURE 4 of this manual.
HEIGHT
(INCHES)
14. Install the NEW footplate onto the wheelchair. Re-
fer to PROCEDURE 8 of this manual.
Bottom of
Caster
Headtube
FIGURE 5 - DETERMINING FRAME HEIGHT
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PROCEDURE 6
SEAT
Front Seat-to-floor Height Adjustm ent
3. Refer to REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE in
PROCEDURE 7 of the manual to adjust the axle
tube position.
NOTE: Refer to STABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 for
warnings concerning wheelchair stability.
4. After adjusting the axle tube, the front casters may
need to be repositioned to ensure the caster
headtubes are perpendicular to the ground. Refer
to ADJUSTING FRONT CASTER HEIGHT in
PROCEDURE 7.
Seat-to-floor height is determined by measuring from
the top of the seat rail to the ground/floor.
The different seat-to-floor heights are possible by us-
ing different combinations of rear wheel size and axle
tube position.
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5. Anti-tipper height (if applicable) must be adjusted
to maintain 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between the
bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the floor. Refer
to ANTI-TIPPER REPLACEMENT/ADJUST-
MENT in PROCEDURE 8 of this manual.
1. Refer to the chart below to determine available
front seat-to-floor heights for each wheelchair
frame height.
2. Determine the changes needed to the rear wheels
and axle tube by reading across the chart for the
seat-to-floor height determined in STEP 1.
6. Ensure wheel locks engage properly. Refer to
WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT
in this procedure of the manual.
SHORT FRAME SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHTS
FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT
AXLE TUBE POSITION
REAR WHEEL SIZE (INCHES)
18
Upper
Center
Lower
N/A
20
N/A
22
N/A
24
N/A
13-inch
14-inch
15-inch
16-inch
17-inch
18-inch
Upper
Center
Lower
N/A
N/A
N/A
Upper
Center
Lower
N/A
N/A
Upper
Center
Lower
N/A
N/A
N/A
LONG FRAME SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHTS
FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT
REAR WHEEL SIZE (INCHES)
AXLE TUBE POSITION
20
22
24
16-inch
17-inch
18-inch
19-inch
20-inch
Upper
N/A
N/A
N/A
Center
Lower
N/A
Upper
Center
Lower
N/A
Upper
Center
Lower
N/A
NOTE: Rear Seat-to-Floor height is two (2) inches shorter than Front Seat-to-Floor height.
NOTE: The Front Seat-to-Floor heights in the chart are determined using a 5-inch front caster.
NOTE: Refer to REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE in PROCEDURE 7 for an explanation of the Upper,
Center and Lower axle tube positions.
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WHEELS
PROCEDURE 7
This Procedure includes the following:
Removing/Installing Rear Wheels
Adjusting Quick-Release Axles
Installing Quad-Release Axles
Adjusting Quad-Release Handles
Handrim Replacement
WARNING
During c onta c t a c tivitie s, Inva c a re re c omme nds
inserting quick-re le a se a xle s with the he a d e nd
to the inside of the whe e lc ha ir to pre ve nt a c c i-
de nta l relea se.
5. If there is too much movement of the rear wheel as-
sembly in a back and forth motion, refer to ADJUST-
ING QUICK-RELEASE AXLES or ADJUSTING
QUAD-RELEASEHANDLESinthisprocedureofthe
manual.
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Repairing/Replacing Rear Wheel, Tire/Tube
Opening/Closing Clamps
Adjusting Rear Wheel Camber
Determining/Adjusting Toe in/Toe out
Adjusting Wheelbase Length
Adjusting Wheelbase Width
Quick-Release
Axle
Wheelchair
Frame
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Rear Wheel
Replacing Axle Tube
Repositioning the Axle Tube
Locking Pins
Detent Pin
Repositioning/Replacing Front Casters
Adjusting Front Caster Height
Wheel Lock Adjustment/Replacement
NOTE: Quad-Release Axle not shown. Locking pins the
same as Quick-Release Axle
WARNING
FIGURE 1 - REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS
AfterANYadjustments, repairorservice and BEFORE
use, make sure a ll a tta ching ha rdwa re is tightened
securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
ADJ USTING QUICK-RELEASE
AXLES (FIGURE 2)
1. Remove rear wheel and quick-release axle from the
wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING
REAR WHEELS in this procedure of the manual.
REMOVING/ INSTALLING REAR
WHEELS (FIGURE 1)
2. Depressdetentpininthequick-releaseaxleandslide
axle through the wheel hub.
CAUTION
Cha nging the size of the rea r wheels c a n a ffe c t
the pe rforma nc e of the whe e lc ha ir. Conta ct In-
va c a re a t the te le phone numbe rs on the ba c k
of this ma nua l BEFORE c ha nging rea r wheel size .
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.
1. Perform one (1) of the following:
5. Reinstall rear wheel onto the wheelchair. Refer to
REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this
procedure of the manual.
QUICK-RELEASE-Pushinthetipofthequick-release
axle and pull axle and wheel away from the wheelchair.
QUAD-RELEASE-LiftUPonthehandleofthequad-
release axle and pull axle and wheel away from the
wheelchair.
Adjustable Axle Position
Camber Bar
Locknut
2. Repeat STEP 1 for the opposite rear wheel.
Locking
Pins
3. Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair by re-
versing STEPS 1-2.
Detent
Pin
NOTE: End of Quick
WARNING
Release axle is shown
for reference only. It is
not visible when
inserted into camber bar
Pull on the re a r whe e l to make sure the detent pin
and locking pins of the quick/quad-release axle
a re fully relea sed BEFORE opera ting wheelcha ir.
Wheel
Hub
Quick
Release Axle
Keep locking pins clean.
FIGURE 2- ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLES
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PROCEDURE 7
WHEELS
3. Make the following adjustments:
INSTALLING QUAD-RELEASE
AXLES (FIGURE 3)
If the quad-release handle is not releasing the lock-
ingpinscompletely,rotatethequad-releasehandle
approximately one-quarter (1/4) turn CLOCKWISE.
1. RemoverearwheelandtheEXISTINGquick-release
axle from the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING/IN-
STALLING REAR WHEELS in this procedure of the
manual.
Ifthe quad-release handle hits the spokes of the rear
wheel when assembled, rotate the quad-release
handle approximately one-quarter(1/4)turnCOUN-
TERCLOCKWISE.
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2. Remove EXISTING quick-release axle from rear
wheel.
4. Tighten the locking screw.
3. Insert NEW quad-release axle through rear wheel
hub.
5. Reinstall the rear wheel and quad-release axle onto
the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING
REAR WHEELS in this procedure of the manual.
4. Slidelockingcollarontoquad-releaseaxleuntilitissnug
againstrearwheelandtightensecurelywithallenscrew.
6. Flip the handle of the quad-release axle down to re-
lease the detent pin ensuring that the locking pins
are fully released.
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5. Reinstall rear wheel and the quad-release axle onto
the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING
REAR WHEELS in this procedure of the manual.
7. Repeat the above procedures until the quad-release
axle locks correctly.
6. Flip the handle of the quad-release axle down to re-
lease the detent pin ensuring that the locking pins
are fully released.
Rem oving Play From Rear Wheels
7. Ifdetentpindoesnotfullyrelease, proceedto ADJUST-
ING QUAD-RELEASE HANDLE IN AND/OR OUTin
this procedure of the manual.
NOTE: The adjusting locknut on the quick-release axles
originally performed this function.
1. Withtherearwheelandquad-releaseaxlestillmounted
onto the wheelchair, make the following adjustment:
8. Repeat STEPS 1-7 for the opposite rear wheel.
Adjustable Axle
Position
Camber Bar
Allen
Quad
Release
Tighten the length adjusting screw until there is no
in and out movement of the quad-release axle and
rear wheel.
Screw
Axle
Quad Release
Handle
Locking Pins
NOTE: End of
Quad Release
axle shown for
reference only.
It is not visible
when inserted
into camber bar
Locking
Screw
Camber Bar
Locking
Collar
Rear Wheel
Hub
ADJUSTING QUAD-
RELEASE HANDLE IN/
AND OR OUT
FIGURE 3 - INSTALLING QUAD-RELEASE AXLES
ADJ USTING QUAD-RELEASE
HANDLES (FIGURE 4)
Adjusting
REMOVING PLAY
FROM REAR
WHEELS
Locknut (On
Quick-Release
Axle)
Length
Adjustment
Screw
In and/ or Out
1. Remove rear wheel and the quad-release axle from
the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING
REAR WHEELS in this procedure of the manual.
FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING QUAD-RELEASE HANDLES
HANDRIM REPLACEMENT
(FIGURE 5)
2. Loosen the locking screw.
1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. Refer to
REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this
procedure of the manual.
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WHEELS
PROCEDURE 7
OPENING/ CLOSING CLAMPS
(FIGURE 6)
WARNING
Tire MUST be FULLY de fla te d BEFORE a ny disa s-
sembly proc e dures a re pe rforme d. Othe rwise
injury or da ma ge ma y result.
WARNING
2. Remove all air from the tube by pressing down on the
pin in the center of the valve stem.
QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Ma ke sure the quic k re-
lea se levers a re in the CLOSED position BEFORE
using the wheelcha ir, otherwise persona l injury or
da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir ma y result.
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3. While carefully holding the tire, tube and rim strip to
one side, hold the allen screws and remove the lock-
nuts that secure the handrim to the rear wheel.
STANDARD CAMBER OR RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS
- Ma ke sure the hex screws a nd locknuts 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
wheelcha ir ma y result.
4. Remove the EXISTING handrim.
5. Install NEW handrim by reversing STEPS 2-4.
WARNING
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DO NOT infla te tire until it is completely a ssembled.
Otherwise injury or da ma ge ma y result.
CAUTION
DO NOT close the quick-release levers or tighten the
hex screws and locknuts without camber inserts in
the axle tube. Damage to the axle tube will occur.
6. Inflate tire to correct psi rating on the sidewall of tire.
7. Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair. Refer to RE-
MOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this pro-
cedure of the manual.
Cam ber Clam ps
1. Performone(1)ofthefollowingtoopenacamberclamp:
8. Repeat STEPS 1-7 for opposite rear wheel if necessary.
A. QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Pull the quick re-
Allen
Screw
lease lever to the open position.
B. STANDARD CAMBERCLAMPS -Loosen, but
do not remove the hex screw and locknut on the
camber clamp.
Handrim
2. Performone(1)ofthefollowingtocloseacamberclamp:
A. QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Push the quick
releaseleveronthecamberclampstotheclosed
position.
Locknut
FIGURE 5 - HANDRIM REPLACEMENT
B. STANDARDCAMBERCLAMPS-Securelytighten
the hex screw and locknut to secure the axle tube.
REPAIRING/ REPLACING REAR
WHEEL, TIRE/ TUBE
Receiver Tube Clam ps
NOTE: The receiver tube clamps are used ONLY to
adjust wheelbase length.
WARNING
Re pla c e me nt of the tire or tube MUST be per-
formed by a qua lified technicia n.
1. Perform one (1) of the following to open a receiver
tube clamp:
CAUTION
A. QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Pull the quick re-
lease levers on the receiver tube clamps to the
open position.
Cha nging the size of the rea r wheels c a n a ffe c t
the performa nce of the wheelcha ir. Conta ct In-
va c a re a t the numbe rs on the ba c k c ove r BE-
FORE pe rforming this proc e dure .
B. STANDARD RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS -
Loosen, but do not remove the hex screws and
locknuts on the receiver tube clamps.
NOTE: If replacing rear wheels with a different size than
whatwasoriginallyonthe wheelchair, thefrontcasterheight
must also be changed to keep the wheelchair frame parallel
to the floor. Refer to ADJUSTING FRONT CASTER
HEIGHT in this procedure of the manual ONLY after con-
tacting Invacare. Anti-tipper height (if applicable) must also
be adjusted to maintain 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between
bottomoftheanti-tipperwheelsandthefloor. RefertoANTI-
TIPPER REPLACEMENT/ADJUSTMENT in PROCE-
DURE 8 of this manual.
2. Perfrom one (1) of the following to close a receiver
tube clamp:
A. QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Push the quick
release lever on the receiver tube clamps to the
closed position.
B. STANDARD RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS -
Tightenthehexscrewandlocknutonthereceiver
tube clamp.
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PROCEDURE 7
WHEELS
CAMBER CLAMPS
6. Positionthecamberinserttothedesiredposition.Make
surethereisnomorethan3-inches(12indexingmarks)
of the camber inserts outside of the axle tube.
OPEN
Quick
POSITION Release
Hex
Screw
7. Slide the indexing ring on the camber insert until it is
flush with the camber clamp.
Lever
CLOSED
POSITION
NOTE:Beforeusingthewheelchair, makesurebothcam-
ber 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.
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Locknut
STANDARD
WARNING
QUICK RELEASE LEVER
QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Ma ke sure the quic k re-
lea se levers a re pointing towa rds the re a r of the
whe e lc ha ir a nd a re in the CLOSED position 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.
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RECEIVER TUBE CLAMPS
CLOSED POSITION
STANDARD - Ma ke sure the hex screws a nd lock-
nuts 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 ma ge
to the whe e lc ha ir ma y result.
Quick
Release
Lever
8. Closethecamberclamps. RefertoOPENING/CLOS-
ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.
9. Repeat STEPS 1-8 for opposite side of wheelchair.
Hex Screw
Locknut
10. Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair. Refer to RE-
MOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this pro-
cedure of the manual.
OPEN POSITION
QUICK RELEASE LEVER
STANDARD
FIGURE 6 - OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS
11. Adjust toe in/toe out of wheelchair. Refer to DETER-
MINING/ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT in this pro-
cedure of the manual.
ADJ USTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER
(FIGURE 7)
Camber Insert -
Rotate 180o
Camber
Clamp
NOTE:Performthisprocedureto one(1)sideofthewheel-
chair at a time for ease of adjustment.
1. Openthecamberclamps. Referto OPENING/CLOS-
ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.
Indexing Ring
Indexing Marks
2. Pull one (1) rear wheel with camber insert out of axle
tube.
3. Remove the rear wheel from the camber insert.
4. Rotate the camber insert 180o.
Axle Tube
5. Reinstall the rear wheel into the camber insert.
FIGURE 7 - ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER
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 ca mber insert outside of the a xle tube.
The ca mber inserts will not be securely tightened
in the a xle tube resulting in possible injury to the
user a nd/or da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir.
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PROCEDURE 7
FRONT OF WHEELCHAIR
DETERMINING/ ADJ USTING
TOE IN/ TOE OUT
Toe-out
Toe-in
Determ ining Toe In/ Toe Out
(FIGURES 8 AND 9)
1. Inflate all pneumatic tires to recommended tire pres-
sures (listed on the sidewall of the tire).
Front
Centerline
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Wheelchair
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12-inches
FIGURE 8 - DETERMINING TOE IN/TOE OUT -
MEASURING CENTERLINES OF REAR WHEELS
Rear
Centerline
Smaller Than
Front
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 8).
Larger Than Front
NOTE: For optimum accuracy, perform STEP 2 with the
wheelchair occupied.
FIGURE 9 - DETERMINING TOE IN/ TOE OUT -
CO MPARING CENTERLINE MEASUREMENTS OF
REAR WHEELS
3. Determinedifferencebetweentwo(2)measurements.
If difference between the two (2) measurements is
GREATER than 1/2-inch (0 + 1/4-inch for maxi-
mum rollability), one (1) of two (2) conditions exists:
Adjusting Toe In/ Toe Out (FIGURE 10)
a. If the rear centerline measurement of the rear
wheels is SMALLER than the front centerline
measurement of the rear wheels, a TOE-OUT
condition exists (FIGURE 9).
NOTE: This procedure is required any time the axle tube
is moved from the factory set position or is replaced.
NOTE: Make the following adjustment for one (1) cam-
ber at a time.
b. If the rear centerline measurement of the rear
wheels is LARGER than the front centerline
measurementoftherearwheels, aTOE-INcon- 1. Openthecamberclamps. RefertoOPENING/CLOS-
dition exists (FIGURE 9).
ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.
4. Ifthedifferencebetweenthemeasurementsisgreater
than 1/2-inch, correct the toe-in/toe-out condition.
Proceed to ADJUSTING TOE-IN/TOE-OUT in this
procedure of the manual.
2. Slowly rotate the axle tube CLOCKWISE or COUN-
TERCLOCKWISE until the rear wheels are approxi-
mately in a straight line.
WARNING
QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Ma ke sure the quic k re-
lea se levers a re pointing towa rds the re a r of the
whe e lc ha ir a nd a re in the CLOSED position 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.
STANDARD - Ma ke sure the hex screws a nd lock-
nuts 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 ma ge
to the whe e lc ha ir ma y result.
3. Closethecamberclamps. RefertoOPENING/CLOS-
ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.
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4. 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.
NOTE: Marks on the telescoping tubes have been pro-
vided to ensure the telescoping tubes are aligned with
each other. The performance of the wheelchair will be
affected if the two (2) telescoping tubes are not adjusted
to the same position. Refer to FIGURE 11.
5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 until the toe in/toe out measurement
islessthan1/2-inch(0+1/4-inchformaximumrollability).
WARNING
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QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Ma ke sure the quic k re-
lea se levers a re pointing towa rds the inside of the
whe e lc ha ir a nd is in the CLOSED position BEFORE
using the wheelcha ir, otherwise persona l injury or
da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir ma y result.
Axle Tube -
Rotates Up and
Down
STANDARD - Ma ke sure the hex screws a nd lock-
nuts 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 ma ge
to the whe e lc ha ir ma y result.
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NOTE: Rear wheels removed from the drawings for clar-
ity, There is no need to remove rear wheels from the
wheelchair during adjustment.
CAUTION
FIGURE 10 - ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT
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 int he re c e ive r tube s. Da ma ge to the re-
ceiver tubes will occur.
ADJ USTING WHEELBASE LENGTH
(FIGURE 11)
3. Close both receiver tube clamps. Refer to OPEN-
ING/CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the
manual.
WARNING
Alwa ys perform this proc e dure in the pre se nc e
of a n a ssista nt. The position of the footrest, ca m-
be r tube , ba c k a ngle , the ta utne ss of the ba c k
upholstery a s well a s the user's condition a re di-
re c tly re la te d to the whe e lc ha irs sta bility. Any
c ha nge to one (1) or a ny c ombina tion of the
five (5) ma y c a use the whe e lc ha ir to de c re a se
in sta bility. Use EXTREME c a ution whe n using a
NEW se a ting position.
4. Roll the wheelchair before using to make sure there
is no excessive drag to either side.
NOTE: If drag to either side occurs, refer to DETERMIN-
ING/ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT in this procedure of
the manual.
"0" Marks
"X" Marks
1. Open both receiver tube clamps. Refer to OPENING/
CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.
WARNING
Te le sc oping tube s ha ve two type s of ma rks -
"0" a nd "X" (DETAIL "A"). "X" ma rks a re provide d
to indic a te tha t the te le sc oping tube ha s be e n
e xte nd e d too fa r. DO NOT a djust the te le sc op-
ing tube s so a ny "X" ma rks a re showing. Othe r-
wise , injury or da ma ge ma y oc c ur.
DETAIL "A" -
TELESCOPING
TUBE MARKS
2. Perform one (1) of the following:
A. PULL telescoping tubes out of receiver tubes
to LENGTHEN THE WHEELBASE, increase
stability and maintain standard maneuverabil-
ity of the wheelchair.
Clamp
Receiver Tube
B. PUSH telescoping tubes into receiver tubes
to SHORTEN THE WHEELBASE, increase
the maneuverability, distribute additional weight
onto the rear wheels and decrease the stabil-
ity of the wheelchair.
FIGURE 11 - ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH
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PROCEDURE 7
4. Closethecamberclamps. RefertoOPENING/CLOS-
ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.
ADJ USTING WHEELBASE WIDTH
(FIGURE 12)
5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for opposite side of wheelchair.
Indexing Marks
NOTE: Perform this procedure one (1) side of the wheel-
chair at a time for ease of adjustment.
Indexing Ring
Axle
1. Openthecamberclamps. RefertoOPENING/CLOS-
ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.
Tube
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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 resulting in possible injury to the
use r or da ma ge to the whe e lc ha ir.
Camber Clamp
Camber Insert
FIGURE 12 - ADJUSTING WHEELBASE WIDTH
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REPLACING AXLE TUBE (FIGURE 13)
NOTE: There is no need to remove the two (2) camber
clamps when replacing the axle tube.
2. Position camber insert to the desired position. Make
surethereisnomorethan3-inches(12indexingmarks
showing)ofthecamberinsertsoutsideoftheaxletube.
1. Note the position of the camber inserts so they can be
installed to the original position in the NEW axle tube.
3. Slide the indexing ring on the camber insert until it is
flush with the camber clamp.
2. Openthecamberclamps. RefertoOPENING/CLOS-
ING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual.
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. Remove the two (2) rear wheels and camber inserts
positioned in the axle tube.
5. Pull the EXISTING axle tube through one (1) of the
camber clamps.
WARNING
QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Ma ke sure the quic k re-
lea se levers a re pointing towa rds the re a r of the
whe e lc ha ir a nd a re in the CLOSED position 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.
7. Pull the EXISTING axle tube through the other cam-
ber clamp and remove from the wheelchair.
8. Slide the NEW axle tube through one (1) of the cam-
ber clamps. Make sure the notches in the axle tube
are towards the rear of the wheelchair and the slots in
the axle tube are facing up.
STANDARD - Ma ke sure the hex screws a nd lock-
nuts 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 ma ge
to the whe e lc ha ir ma y result.
Slot in
Axle Tube
REAR OF
WHEELCHAIR
Notch in
Axle Tube
Camber Insert
Camber Clamp
Camber Insert
Axle Tube
Indexing Ring
FRONT OF WHEELCHAIR
FIGURE 13 - REPLACING AXLE TUBE
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10. SlidetheNEWaxletubethroughtheothercamberclamp 4. Remove the locknuts and hex bolts securing the
untiltheendoftheaxletubeisflushwiththeoutsideofthe
camber clamp.
telescoping tube mounting plate to the camber
clamps mounting plate.
NOTE: DO NOT close the quick release levers or tighten the
hexscrewsthatsecuretheaxletubetothecamberclampsat
this time.
5. Perform one (1) of the following:
A. CLAMPPOSITIONMUSTBEREVERSED-Pro-
ceed to STEP 6.
WARNING
B. CLAMP POSITION REMAINS IN STANDARD
POSITION - proceed to STEP 11.
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
da ma ge to the wheelcha ir.
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6. Loosen the hex screw securing the telescoping tube
clamp.
7. RemovetheRIGHTtelescopingtubewheelchairframe
and set aside.
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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 outside
of the axle tube.
8. Remove the LEFT telescoping tube from the wheel-
chair frame.
9. Insert the LEFT telescoping tube into the RIGHT side
of the wheelchair frame with the mounting plate to-
wards the INSIDE of the wheelchair.
12. Slide the indexing ring on the camber insert until it is flush
with the camber clamp
10. Repeat STEP 9 for the RIGHT telesocping tube and
the LEFT side of the wheelchair frame.
NOTE: To maximize rollability: Before using the wheelchair,
make sure both camber inserts are set to the same indexing
notch.Thiswillmakesurethedistancebetweentherearwheel
and the wheelchair is the same on both sides.
11. Align the camber clamp mounting plate holes with the
telescoping tube mounting plate holes determined in
STEP 5.
13. Adjust the toe-in/toe-out of the wheelchair. Refer to DE-
TERMINING/ADJUSTING TOE-IN/TOE-OUTin this
procedure of the manual.
12. Installthelonghexscrewthroughthetelescopingtube
and the camber clamp mounting plate.
13. Installtheshorthexscrewthroughthetelescopingtube
mountingplateandthecamberclampmountingplate.
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.
14. Secure both hex screws with the two (2) locknuts.
15. Installtherearwheels.RefertoREMOVING/INSTALL-
ING REAR WHEELS in this procedure of the manual.
14. Ensure the camber clamps are closed. Refer to OPEN-
ING/CLOSINGCLAMPSinthisprocedureofthemanual.
16. Ensure the caster headtubes are perpendicular to the
ground. Adjustcasterheightifnecessary. Referto AD-
JUSTING FRONT CASTER HEIGHT in this proce-
dure of the manual.
REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE
(FIGURES 14 AND 15)
NOTE: This procedure should only be performed if changing
the front seat-to-floor height. Refer to ADJUSTING FRONT
SEAT-TO-FLOORHEIGHTinPROCEDURE6ofthismanual.
17. Adjust anti-tippers. Refer to ANTI-TIPPER ADJUST-
MENT/REPLACEMENT in PROCEDURE 8 of the
manual.
Anti-tip
Tube
OUTSIDE OF
WHEELCHAIR
NOTE: Right and left are determined by standing behind the
wheelchair.
Camber Clamp
1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer to
REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this pro-
cedure of the manual.
Long Hex
Screw
2. Positionthewheelchaironaflatsurfacewiththeunderside
facing UP.
Short Hex
Screw
Locknuts
2. Refer to ADJUSTING FRONT SEAT-TO-FLOOR
HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 6 of the manual to determine
the proper position for the axle tube.
Camber Clamp
Telescoping
Mounting Plate
Tube
3. Refer to the chart in FIGURE 15 to determine the proper
axle tube adjustment.
INSIDE OF
WHEELCHAIR
Telescoping Tube Mounting Plate
NOTE:RefertoDETAIL"B"ofFIGURE15fortelescopingtube
and camber clamp mounting hole patterns.
FIGURE 14 - REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE
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PROCEDURE 7
WHEELS
AXLE TUBE POSITIONS
AXLE
POSITION
CLAMP
HOLE
TELESCOPING TUBE
TUBE HOLE POSITION
AXLE
POSITION
CLAMP
HOLE
TELESCOPING TUBE
TUBE HOLE POSITION
UPPER
1
2
B
A
STANDARD
CENTER
3
2
A
B
STANDARD
Telescoping
Tube Hole B
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Telescoping
Tube Hole B
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Telescoping
Tube Hole A
Clamp Hole 2
Clamp Hole 3
Clamp Hole 2
Telescoping
Tube Hole A
Clamp Hole 3
AXLE
POSITION
CLAMP
HOLE
TELESCOPING TUBE
TUBE HOLE POSITION
AXLE
POSITION
CLAMP
HOLE
TELESCOPING TUBE
TUBE HOLE POSITION
LOWER
2
3
A
B
REVERSED
CENTER
1
2
A
B
REVERSED
Telescoping
Tube Hole A
Telescoping
Tube Hole A
Clamp Hole 1
Clamp Hole 1
Telescoping
Tube Hole B
Telescoping
Tube Hole B
Clamp Hole 2
Clamp Hole 2
NOTE: Right camber clamp and telescoping shown as viewed with the wheelchair's underside facing up.
DETAIL "A" - REVERSING THE TELESCOPING TUBES
DETAIL "B" - MOUNTING HOLE PATTERN
Telescoping Tube
Telescoping Tube
Telescoping Tube
Mounting Plate
Hex
Hex
Long End
Screw
Screw
Anti-Tip
Tube
Hole A
Hole B
Hole 1
Hole 2
Hole 3
Nut
Seat Rail
Nut
Clamp
Camber
Clamp
Seat Rail
Clamp
REVERSED
POSITION
STANDARD
POSITION
FIGURE 15 - REPOSITIONING THE AXLE TUBE
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PROCEDURE 7
WHEELS
STANDARD FORKS
REPOSITIONING/ REPLACING
FRONT CASTERS (FIGURE 14)
Fork
Bolt
Locknut
CAUTION
Re pla c ing/re positioning the front ca sters ca n a f-
fe c t the pe rforma nc e of the whe e lc ha ir. Conta c t
Inva ca re a t the te le phone numbe rs on the ba c k
of this ma nua l BEFORE pe rforming this proc e dure .
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Spacer
Replacing Front Casters
NOTE: Both casters should be the same size.
Spacer
Caster
1. Removetheboltandlocknutthatsecurethefrontcaster
to the fork.
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2. Remove front caster and axle spacers from fork.
SUSPENSION FORKS
3. Install NEW front caster and spacers onto the fork and
securely tighten with the bolt and locknut.
Locknut
Fork
Bolt
4. RepeatSTEPS1-3foroppositefrontcasterifnecessary.
NOTE: WHEELCHAIRS WITH STANDARD FORKS: If
replacing front casters with a different size than what was
originallyonthewheelchair, thefrontcasterheightMUSTbe
adjusted to keep the wheelchair frame parallel to the floor.
Refer to ADJUSTING FRONT CASTER HEIGHT in this
procedure of the manual ONLY after contacting Invacare.
Axle
Spacer
NOTE:WHEELCHAIRSWITHSUSPENSIONFORKS:
If replacing front casters with a different size than what was
originally on the wheelchair, the front caster height MUST
be adjusted to keep the wheelchair frame parallel to the
floor. Proceed to REPOSITIONING FRONT CASTERS
in this procedure of the manual.
Axle
Spacer
Caster
FIGURE 14 - REPOSITIONING/REPLACING FRONT
CASTERS
Repositioning Front Casters
ADJ USTING FRONT CASTER
HEIGHT (FIGURE 15)
NOTE: This procedure is for wheelchairs with suspension
forks ONLY.
1. Remove the bolt and locknut that secure the caster
and axle spacers to the fork.
CAUTION
Cha nging the height of the front ca sters ca n a f-
fe c t the pe rforma nc e of the whe e lc ha ir. Conta c t
Inva ca re a t the telephone numbers on the ba ck
of this ma nua l BEFORE performing this proc e dure.
2. Install the caster, bolt, locknut and axle spacers
onto the fork in the desired mounting position.
Tighten securely.
3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for the opposite caster if neces-
sary.
NOTE: When changing the seat-to-floor height, the rear
wheel/front caster size and/or the original degree of cam-
ber of the wheelchair, it becomes necessary to adjust the
front caster height so the wheelchair frame will remain par-
allel to the floor.
NOTE: If the casters have been repositioned and the
wheelchair frame is not parallel to the floor, the caster
height MUST be adjusted. Refer to ADJUSTING
FRONT CASTER HEIGHT in this procedure of the
manual.
1. Place the wheelchair on a flat surface.
2. Loosen the locknut securing the caster headtube.
3. Position a large right triangle or "L" square on the
flat surface and against the caster headtube.
4. Adjust the height of the front caster by sliding the
fork stem up or down until the caster headtube is
flush against the right triangle or "L" square.
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5. Tightenthehexscrewsecuringthecasterheadtubes. Adjusting the Wheel Lock:
6. Repeat STEPS 2-5 on the opposite front caster.
A. Engage the wheel lock.
B. Measure the distance the wheel lock is em-
bedded into the tire as shown in FIGURE 16.
NOTE: Any wheel lock adjustment should em-
bed the wheel lock shoe at least 3/16-inch into
the tire when engaged.
Fork Stem
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"L" Square
C. If necessary, loosen the two (2) hex screws on the
wheel lock clamp and reposition the wheel lock.
Hex
Screw
D. Tighten the two (2) hex screws on the wheel lock
clamp to secure the wheel lock.
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Caster
E. RepeatstepsA-Duntilthemeasurementisatleast
3/16-inch and holds the wheelchair in position.
Headtube
Flat
Surface
F. Repeat this procedure for the opposite wheel
lock.
Clamp
FIGURE 15 - ADJUSTING FRONT CASTER HEIGHT
Hex Screws
WHEEL LOCK ADJ USTMENT/
REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 16)
Wheel Lock
Mounting Bar
NOTE: Before adjusting or replacing the wheel locks, en-
sure that the tires are inflated to the recommended psi on
the sidewall of the tire.
Wheel Lock
Shoe
1. Loosen the two (2) hex screws on the clamp that se-
cures the wheel lock to the side frame.
WHEEL LOCK ENGAGEMENT
Wheel Lock Shoe
2. Perform one (1) of the following:
Replacing the Wheel Lock:
A. Slide the wheel lock mounting bar out of the
clamp.
B. Insert the NEW wheel lock mounting bar into the
clamp and proceed to adjusting the wheel lock.
Tire
Engagement
Measurement
FIGURE 16 - WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/
REPLACEMENT
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PROCEDURE 8
FOOTREST/ANTI-TIPPER
ANGLE.
1. Flip the footboard up.
This Procedure includes the following:
Adjusting/Replacing Flip-Up Footboard
Adjusting/Replacing Rigid Tubular Footrest
Anti-Tipper Replacement/Adjustment
2. Torque the angle adjustment screws:
IN (COUNTERCLOCKWISE) - to angle the
footboard downward.
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OUT (CLOCKWISE)- to angle the footboard upward.
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.
NOTE: Ensure that both angle adjustment screws
have the same number of threads showing.
3. Flip the footboard down.
Replacing Flip-Up Footboard
ALWAYS perform this proc e dure in the pre se nc e
of a n a ssista nt. The position of the footrest, ca m-
be r tube , ba c k a ngle , the ta utne ss of the ba c k
upholstery a s well a s the user's condition a re di-
re c tly re la te d to the whe e lc ha irs sta bility. Any
c ha nge to one (1) or a ny c ombina tion of the
five (5) ma y c a use the whe e lc ha ir to de c re a se
in sta bility. Use EXTREME c a ution whe n using a
ne w se a ting position.
1. Loosen the two (2) hex screws on each clamp
securing the footboard to the wheelchair.
2. Slide the EXISTING footboard mounting bars out
of the clamps.
3. Slide the NEW footboard mounting bars into the
clamps on the wheelchair frame.
4. Tighten the two (2) hex screws on the clamps to
secure the footboard mounting bars to the wheel-
chair frame.
Che c k ALL Alle n Sc re ws tha t se c ure the foot-
re st/ ra ise d footre st syste m to the whe e lc ha ir
fra me to ma ke sure the y a re se c ure ly tight-
e ne d BEFORE using the whe e lc ha ir. ESPECIALLY
if e nga ging in ANY vigorous a c tivity.
ADJUSTING DEPTH AND HEIGHT/REPLACING
Hex Screws
Clamp
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.
Wheelchair
Footboard
A
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Frame
Mounting
Bar
Mounting
Holes
ADJ USTING/ REPLACING FLIP-UP
FOOTBOARD (FIGURE 1)
Locknut
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Adjusting Flip-Up Footboard
DEPTH.
Hex Screw
1. Loosen the two (2) hex screws on each clamp
securing the footboard to the wheelchair.
Footboard
Coved Washers
2. Slide the footboard mounting bar to the desired
position.
ADJUSTING ANGLE
Footboard
3. Securely tighten the two (2) hex screws on each
clamp secureing the footboard to the wheelchair.
HEIGHT.
1. Remove the hex bolts, locknuts, and coved washers
seucring the footboard to the footboard mounting bar.
2. Reposition the footboard to the desired height.
3. Install the hex bolts, locknuts and coved washers
through the footboard and footboard mounting
bar as shown in FIGURE 1.
Angle Adjustment Screws
FIGURE 1 - ADJUSTING/REPLACING FLIP-UP
FOOTBOARD
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PROCEDURE 8
5. Ensure the push pins are fully engaged in the
mounting holes of the anti-tipper socket.
ADJ USTING/ REPLACING RIGID
TUBULAR FOOTREST (FIGURE 2)
6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite anti-tipper if
necessary.
1. Loosen the two (2) Allen Screws that secure the
footrest to the wheelchair frame.
F
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T
Adjustm ent
If Replacing the Footrest:
1. Remove EXISTING and install NEW footrest.
NOTE: If the rear wheel size is changed or the position of
the adjustable axle camber bar is changed, the anti-tip-
pers MUST be readjusted to maintain a 1-1/2 to 2-inch
clearance between the bottom of anti-tipper wheels and
floor.
WARNING
The sta nd a rd footre st ha s a n ope n hoop. A
footpla te c ove r is re c omme nde d for whe e lc ha ir
use rs tha t ha ve le g spa stic ity or whose fe e t ha ve
a possibility of fa lling through the footre st hoop. A
c a lf stra p is provide d with e a c h whe e lc ha ir to
pre ve nt the fe e t from slipping ba ckwa rds off of
the footrest. Be sure the ca lf stra p is secure whe n
using the whe e lc ha ir.
1. Press the push pin securing the anti-tipper exten-
sion to the anti-tipper bar.
2. Position the anti-tipper extension to one (1) of four (4)
mounting holes which allow a 1-1/2 to 2-inch clear-
ance of the wheels to the floor.
If Replacing or Adjusting the Footrest:
NOTE: A 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between the bot-
tom of the anti-tipper wheels and the floor must be
maintained.
1. Position NEW/EXISTING footrest to desired height.
2. Tighten the two (2) Allen Screws that secure the
footrest to the wheelchair frame.
8. Ensure the push pin is fully engaged in the anti-
tipper extension mounting hole.
Allen
Screws
Wheelchair
9. Repeat procedure for opposite anti-tipper if nec-
essary.
Frame
DETAIL "A" - ANTI-TIPPER
ADJUSTMENT HOLES
A
N
T
I
Footrest
FIGURE 2 - ADJUSTING/REPLACING STANDARD
FOOTREST
Anti-tipper
Bar
T
I
ANTI-TIPPER REPLACEMENT/
ADJ USTMENT (FIGURE 3)
P
P
E
R
Mounting
Hole
Camber
Clamp
Release
Buttons
Replacem ent
Anti-tipper
Extension
1. Press in the two (2) push pins that secure the EXIST-
ING anti-tipper bar to the anti-tipper socket.
2. Remove the anti-tipper bar from the anti-tipper
socket.
4. Insert the NEW anti-tipper bar into the anti-tipper
socket.
Anti-tipper Socket
1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance
FIGURE 3 - ANTI-TIPPER ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT
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PROCEDURE 9
SUSPENSION
REPLACING FRONT ELASTOMERS
(FIGURE 1)
This Procedure includes the following:
Elastomers and Suspension
Replacing Front Elastomers
WARNING
Ensure the detent ba ll protrudes pa st the fork BE-
FOREuse. Otherwise, injury or da ma ge ma y occur.
S
U
S
P
E
N
S
I
WARNING
AfterANYadjustments, repairorservice and BEFORE
use, make sure all attaching hardwa re is tightened
securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
1. Remove the bolt and locknut securing the fork to
the fork stem.
2. Remove the EXISTING elastomer from the fork.
3. Position one end of the NEW elastomer into the
fork stem recess and the other end into the fork
recess (DETAIL “A”).
NOTE: The following procedures are for wheelchair
with front suspension forks only.
ELASTOMERS AND SUSPENSION
NOTE: Ensure the ends of the elastomer sit flush in
the fork and fork stem recesses.
O
N
CAUTION
4. Hold and squeeze the fork and fork stem together
(DETAIL “B”).
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-
p la c e d onc e a ye a r, othe rwise the p e rfor-
m a nc e of the whe e lc ha ir m a y be a ffe c te d .
5. Insert the bolt through the mounting holes in the
fork to secure the elastomer to the fork.
NOTE: The bolt should be inserted from the OUT-
SIDE of the wheelchair, so the locknut will be on the
INSIDE of the wheelchair.
NOTE: The performance of the wheelchair will be af-
fected if elastomers ARE NOT the same on BOTH
SIDES of the wheelchair.
6. Install the locknut onto the bolt and securely
tighten.
NOTE: If elastomers squeak, lubricate the ends of
the elastomers with a silicone based lubricant.
NOTE: Caster not shown for clarity.
DETAIL “A”
DETAIL “B”
Mounting
Holes
Fork
Recess
(NOT
Fork Stem
Bolt
Bolt
SHOWN)
Elastomer
Fork Stem
Fork
Fork Stem
Recess
Elastomer
Fork
Bolt
Locknut
Fork
FIGURE 1 - REPLACING FRONT ELASTOMERS
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NOTES
NOTES
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NOTES
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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.
W
A
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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 .
Inva ca re wa rra nts the Termina tor Jr. side fra mes to be fre e from defects in ma teria ls a nd workma nship for
a lifetime of the origina l purcha ser from the da te of purcha se. All component pa rts including, but not
limited to ca mber tubes, ca ster forks, a rmrests a nd upholstery a re wa rra nted a ga inst defects in ma teria ls
a nd workma nship for a period of one (1) yea r from the da te of purc ha se except push ha ndle grips,
bushings, bea rings, a nd tires/tubes. If within such wa rra nty period a ny such product sha ll be prove n to be
defective, such product sha ll be repa ired or repla ced, a t Inva ca re's option. This wa rra nty does not in-
clude a ny la bor or shipping cha rges incurred in repla cement pa rt insta lla tion or repa ir of a ny such prod-
uct. Inva ca re's 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.
Y
For wa rra nty service, plea se conta ct the dea ler from whom you purcha sed your Inva ca re product. In
the e ve nt you do not receive sa tisfa ctory wa rra nty service, plea se write directly to Inva ca re Top End a t
the a ddress on the ba c k c ove r. Provide dea ler’s na me, a ddress, da te of purcha se, indica te na ture of
the de fe c t a nd, if the product is seria lized, indica te the seria l number. Do not re turn produc ts 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, MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE, COMMERCIAL OR INSTITUTIONAL USE,
PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT 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 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 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 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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