Invacare Tracer SX5 Mobility Aid User Manual


 
Tracer® SX5 46 Part No. 1110550
Section 10 - Recliner includes the following:
Recliner Operation
Replacing the Headrest Pillow
Replacing Headrest/Back Upholstery
Storing/Replacing the Spreader Bar
Removing/Installing Armrest
Removing/Installing the Rear Wheels
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attach-
ing hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.
RECLINER OPERATION (FIGURE 1)
WARNING
ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable in the full reclined
(back at 180°) position and the full upright (back at 90°) position BEFORE
using the recliner option.
Anti-tippers MUST BE attached at all times.
ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while reclining or inclining (reverse
recline) the wheelchair.
Make sure spring buttons of the spreader bar fully protrude out through
the hole in the handle BEFORE using the wheelchair.
Make sure both back canes are at the same angle BEFORE releasing the
handles of the recline mechanisms.
Mount the rear wheels in the Rear Wheel Offset Bracket ONLY. NEVER
reposition the rear wheels to the forward position, stability of the wheel-
chair will decrease.
Before using the recliner option, the anti-tippers MUST be installed and
properly adjusted. Refer to INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE ANTI-TIP-
PERS in SECTION 8 of this manual.
Always return the back to the upright position before lifting the wheel-
chair.
TO HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS:
The Tracer SX5 Recliner wheelchair MUST be operated by a healthcare
professional or assistant when in ANY reclined position.
Make sure the patient is properly positioned in the wheelchair before
reclining or inclining (reverse recline) to maintain maximum stability and
safety.
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