Invacare Solara Jr. 1106628 manual

Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THE WHEELCHAIR. USER: BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR, READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Solara jr. [...]

Solara jr . 2 Part No. 1106628 WARNING SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWIS[...]

Part No. 1106628 3 Solara jr. CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ............................................................................... 5 LABEL LOCATIONS .......................................................................... 6 SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................. 7 PROCED[...]

Solara jr . 4 Part No. 1106628 CONTENTS PROCEDURE 6 - BACK/SEAT .......................................................... 34 FOLDING/UNFOLDING BACK ASSEMBLY ............................................................................... 3 4 INSTALLING/REMOVING STROLLER HANDLES ................................................................... [...]

Part No. 1106628 5 Solara jr. SPECIAL NOTES WARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide vari[...]

Solara jr . 6 Part No. 1106628 LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI-TIP TUBES INSTALLED. REV. 5/98 P/N 60106X144 Detent balls should extend beyond the diameter of the axle WARNING bushing for a positive lock. Keep detent balls clean. 1085306 ! W ARNING Refer to Owner’s Manual BEFORE adjusting [...]

Part No. 1106628 7 Solara jr. SPECIFICATIONS PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS INVACARE SOLARA JR. Overall Width: Seat Width + 8-1/4-inches (Example: 16-inch Wide Wheelchair = 24-1/4-inches Overall Width) Overall Depth: 26-1/4-inches (W/O Front Riggings) Overall Height: * Seat-to-Floor Height + 20-inches (20-inch back canes) * Seat-to-Floor Height + 24-inches[...]

Solara jr . 8 Part No. 1106628 PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES This Procedure Includes the Following: Information For Healthcare Professionals/Assistants Stability - All Models Stability - All Models Except for Recliners Stability - Recliner Option ONLY Operating Information Weight Training Weight Limitation Safety/Handling of [...]

Part No. 1106628 9 Solara jr. STABILITY - ALL MODELS EXCEPT RECLINERS WARNING To maintain maximum stability, position the rear wheels in the most rearward posi- tion in the axle mounting plate. Moving the rear wheels to any of the other mounting positions causes the wheelchair to decrease in stability. If moving the rear wheels to ANY forward po[...]

Solara jr . 10 Part No. 1106628 GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES STABILITY - RECLINER MODELS ONLY WARNING Before using ANY recline position of this wheelchair, make sure the rear wheels are in the MOST REARWARD position in the axle mounting plate to maintain the stability of the wheelchair. DO NOT change the handling/maneuverabi[...]

Part No. 1106628 11 Solara jr. GENERAL WARNINGS (CONTINUED) DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat. DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery/seating system. This will change your center of gravit[...]

Solara jr . 12 Part No. 1106628 PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Safety and Handling of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance [...]

Part No. 1106628 13 Solara jr. WARNING DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT use the spreader bar for lifting or transporting the wheelchair. DO NOT use the spreader bar as[...]

Solara jr . 14 Part No. 1106628 PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward. WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. Position the front casters so that they are extended as far forward as possi[...]

Part No. 1106628 15 Solara jr. Roll the wheelchair forward and slowly lower the front of the wheelchair in one continuous movement onto the sidewalk. Push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels roll up and over the curb. TIPPING - CURBS: METHOD 2 - WHEELCHAIR WITHOUT STEP TUBE This method requires two (2) assistants. The second assistant s[...]

Solara jr . 16 Part No. 1106628 Follow this procedure for moving the wheelchair between floors when an elevator is NOT available: 1. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing up. 2. After the wheelchair has been tilted back to the balance point, one assistant (in the rear) backs the wheelchair up against the first step, whil[...]

Part No. 1106628 17 Solara jr. SAFETY INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2 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 whee[...]

Solara jr. 18 Part No. 1106628 SAFETY INSPECTION TROUBLESHOOTING Chair Chair Sluggish Squeaks Veers Veers Turn or Caster and Looseness Right Left Performance Flutter Rattles in Chair SOLUTIONS X X X Check tires for correct and equal pressure. X X X X Check for loose nuts and bolts. X X X Check that both casters contact the ground at the same tim[...]

Part No. 1106628 19 Solara jr. TRANSPORTING THE INVACARE SOLARA JR. 1. Remove the seating system. Refer to the seating system Owner's Manual for installation and removal of the seating system. 2. Remove the footrests (PROCEDURE 4). 3. Remove the rear wheels (PROCEDURE 7). 4. Remove the armrests (PROCEDURE 5). 5. Remove the stroller handle ([...]

Solara jr. 20 Part No. 1106628 PROCEDURE 4 FRONT RIGGINGS FRONT FRIGGINGS This Procedure Includes the Following: Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest Adjusting Swingaway Footrest Height Adjusting Adjustable Angle Flip-up Footplates Composite/Articulating Footplate Heel Loop Replacement Installing/Removing Elevating Legrest/Calfpad Assembly Adj[...]

Part No. 1106628 21 Solara jr. ADJUSTING SWINGAWAY FOOTREST HEIGHT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT RANGES: 60° 13-17-inches 70° 13-17-inches 90° 5-8-inches 90° 5-11-inches (with 3-inch extension) NOTE: If using ANY type of extension with the AD- JUSTABLE FLIP-UP FOOTPLATE, refer to ADJUST- ING ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FLIP-UP FOOTPLATES - PERPENDICULAR AND/OR INV[...]

Solara jr. 22 Part No. 1106628 PROCEDURE 4 FRONT RIGGINGS FRONT FRIGGINGS ADJUSTING ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FLIP-UP FOOTPLATES (FIGURE 4) WARNING When determining the angle of the footplates, make sure the rear of the footplates does not interfere with the movement of the front casters. DEPTH ADJUSTMENT NOTE: Observe the angle of the footplate for rein[...]

Part No. 1106628 23 Solara jr. COMPOSITE/ARTICULATING FOOTPLATE HEEL LOOP REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 5) DISASSEMBLY Composite. 1. Remove the hex screw and coved spacer that secure the lower footrest assembly to the swing away footrest assembly. 2. Remove the lower footrest assembly. 3. Remove the phillips screw and locknut that secure the heel loop to [...]

Solara jr. 24 Part No. 1106628 ADJUSTING THE ELEVATING LEGREST/CALFPAD ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 7) ADJUSTING THE LEGREST 1. Raise legs until the desired height is obtained by lifting up on the footplate assembly. 2. To reposition legrest to normal position, support leg with one (1) hand and push release lever forward with other hand. ADJUSTING THE CALFP[...]

Part No. 1106628 25 Solara jr. WARNING Never try to lift or tip the wheelchair by the arms, serious injury can occur. After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attach- ing hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. This Procedure Includes the Following: Using/Adjusting Dual Point Arms Repl[...]

Solara jr. 26 Part No. 1106628 ARMS/POSITIONING STRAPS ARMS/POSITIONING STRAPS PROCEDURE 5 Unlock (Horizontal) Armrest Release Lever Height Adjustment Lever Armrest Release Lever FIGURE 1 - USING/ADJUSTING DUAL POINT ARMS Lock (Vertical) REPLACING DUAL POINT ARM PAD (FIGURE 2) 1. Remove the phillips screws that secure the arm pad to the armrest [...]

Part No. 1106628 27 Solara jr. USING/INSTALLING/ADJUSTING CANTILEVER ARMS NOTE: The cantilever arms are designed for use with the fixed height back canes only. USING (FIGURE 3) 1. Pull the actuator of the locking mechanism towards the front of the wheelchair. 2. While holding the actuator of the locking mechanism, pull up on the cantilever arm. [...]

Solara jr. 28 Part No. 1106628 ARMS/POSITIONING STRAPS ARMS/POSITIONING STRAPS PROCEDURE 5 FIGURE 3 - USING/INSTALLING/ADJUSTING CANTILEVER ARMS Locknuts Spacer Actuator Washers Top Hex Bolt and Coved Washer Bottom Hex Bolt Adjustment Plate Back Cane Coved Washers Cantilever Arm Mounting Screws Cantilever Arm Tube Cantilever Arm Tube DESK LENGTH[...]

Part No. 1106628 29 Solara jr. T-Arm Socket Locking Lever (towards the front of the wheelchair) T-Arm Wheelchair Frame FIGURE 5 - INSTALLING/ REMOVING T- ARMS Slot INSTALLING/REMOVING T-ARMS (FIGURE 5) INSTALLING T-ARMS 1. Position the T-arm over the T-arm socket on the wheelchair frame. NOTE: Make sure the locking lever is towards the front of [...]

Solara jr. 30 Part No. 1106628 ARMS/POSITIONING STRAPS ARMS/POSITIONING STRAPS PROCEDURE 5 ADJUSTING T-ARM WIDTH (FIGURE 7) 1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the arm pad to the arm tube. 2. Turn the arm pad around and reposition the arm pad on the arm tube. 3. Re-secure the arm pad to the arm tube with the two (2) phillips screws[...]

Part No. 1106628 31 Solara jr. 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. ADJUSTING T-ARM SOCKETS (FIGURE 9) NOTE: Perform this procedure if the T-ar[...]

Solara jr. 32 Part No. 1106628 PROCEDURE 5 ARMS/POSITIONING STRAPS ARMS/POSITIONING STRAPS Socket Screws Bottom Clamp Transfer Assist Side Guard T-Arm FIGURE 10 - ADJUSTING T-ARM TRANSFER ASSISTS AND/OR SIDE GUARDS 4. Re-secure the side guard to the bottom clamp with the two (2) socket screws. 5. Install the T-arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to I[...]

Part No. 1106628 33 Solara jr. INSTALLING/REPLACING CHEST POSITIONING STRAPS (FIGURE 12) INSTALLING 1. Position the chest positioning strap to one (1) of the holes on the back cane. NOTE: The standard recommended position for the chest positioning strap is in the top hole of the back cane, but may be mounted according to th e user' s needs.[...]

Solara jr . 34 Part No. 1106628 BACK/SEAT PROCEDURE 6 BACK/SEAT BACK LOCKED SECURELY Back Release Latch Back Cane FIGURE 1 - FOLDING/UNFOLDING BACK ASSEMBLY FRONT OF WHEELCHAIR INSTALLING/REMOVING STROLLER HANDLES (FIGURE 2) INSTALLING 1 . Remove the plug buttons from both back canes, if necessary. 2 . Slide the stroller handle into the back can[...]

Part No. 1106628 35 Solara jr. REMOVING 1 . Push in the button of the quick release pins. 2 . Pull out the quick release pins that secures the stroller handle to the back canes. 3 . Remove the stroller handle from the wheelchair and discard. 4 . Install the NEW stroller handle. Refer to INSTALLING STROLLER HANDLES in this procedure of the manual[...]

Solara jr . 36 Part No. 1106628 BACK/SEAT PROCEDURE 6 BACK/SEAT ADJUSTING (FIGURE 4) 1 . Flip both release levers to the unlocked position. 2 . Adjust stroller handle to desired angle. 3 . Flip both release levers to the locked position. 4 . Push down on stroller handle to ensure release levers hold the desired position of the stroller handle. 5[...]

Part No. 1106628 37 Solara jr. USING THE TELESCOPING BACK CANES (FIGURE 5) RAISING/LOWERING 1 . Lift up the lever securing the telescoping back cane. 2 . If back canes are completely lowered and handle is folded against the back, rotate the telescoping back cane until it stops. 3 . Raise/lower the cane handle to the desired height. 4 . Push down[...]

Solara jr . 38 Part No. 1106628 INSTALLING/REPLACING THE BACK UPHOLSTERY FIXED BACK CANES (FIGURE 6) Installing. 1 . Position the back upholstery on the back cane as shown in FIGURE 6. 2 . Starting with the top two (2) mounting holes secure the back upholstery to the back canes with the ten (8) phillips screws and washers. Replacing. 1 . Remove [...]

Part No. 1106628 39 Solara jr. INSTALLING AND REMOVING A SEATING SYSTEM WARNING DO NOT use parts, accessories, or adapters other than those authorized by Invacare. Otherwise, the warranty is void. 1 . Ensure that the seating system is compatible with this wheelchair. 2 . Refer to the seating system Owner's Manual for installation and remova[...]

Solara jr . 40 Part No. 1106628 INSTALLING THE SEAT CUSHION (FIGURE 8) WARNING The seat cushion IS NOT designed for use in the treatment of pressure sores or by individuals at risk of developing pressure sores. Your therapist and physician should be consulted if you have any questions regarding weight relief, self-examination of the skin, or ind[...]

Part No. 1106628 41 Solara jr. WHEELS/FORKS PROCEDURE 7 WHEELS/FORKS This Procedure Includes the Following: Removing/Installing Rear Wheels Adjusting the Quick-Release Axle Seat-to-Floor Height Adjustment Adjusting Forks WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe[...]

Solara jr . 42 Part No. 1106628 ADJUSTING THE QUICK RELEASE AXLE (FIGURE 2) 1 . Remove rear wheel and quick release axle from the wheelchair. Refer to INSTALLING/ REMOVING REAR WHEELS in this procedure of the manual. 2 . Depress detent pin in the quick release axle and slide axle through the wheel hub. 3 . Increase or decrease end play in the qu[...]

Part No. 1106628 43 Solara jr. WHEELS/FORKS PROCEDURE 7 WHEELS/FORKS FIGURE 3 - ADJUSTING FORKS ADJUSTING FORKS (FIGURE 3) 1 . Remove the dust cover from the caster headtube. 2 . To properly tighten caster journal system and guard against flutter, perform the following check: A. Tip back the wheelchair to floor. B . Pivot both forks and casters [...]

Solara jr. 44 Part No. 1106628 This Procedure Includes the Following: Adjusting Wheel Locks Using the Wheel Locks Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result. FIGURE 1 - ADJUSTING WHEEL LOCKS - HAN[...]

Part No. 1106628 45 Solara jr. USING THE WHEEL LOCKS FOOT ACTIVATED WHEEL LOCKS - 12-INCH WHEELS ONLY (FIGURE 3) 1. To engage both wheel locks, push DOWN on crossbar lever of wheel lock assembly. 2. To disengage, lift UP on crossbar lever. Wheel Lock Assembly Crossbar Lever Rear Wheel FRONT WHEEL LOCKS (FIGURE 4 ) 1. Push the wheel lock handle f[...]

Solara jr. 46 Part No. 1106628 Release Button Wheelchair Frame FIGURE 5 - INSTALLING/ADJUSTING ANTI-TIPPERS Anti-tipper INSTALLING/ADJUSTING ANTI-TIPPERS (FIGURE 5) NOTE: A 1-1/2 to 2-inch clearance between the bottom of the anti-tipper wheels and the floor MUST be maintained at all times. NOTE: If any adjustments/replacement of the rear wheels [...]

Part No. 1106628 47 Solara jr. This Procedure Includes the Following: Engaging Tilt-in-Space/Recliner Operation Adjusting Tilt Trigger Release Cables Positioning Tilt Locking Collars Replacing Back/Headrest Upholstery - Recliner Models ONLY Adjusting the Back Height - Recliner Models ONLY WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFO[...]

Solara jr. 48 Part No. 1106628 PROCEDURE 9 TILT/RECLINE TILT/RECLINE WARNING Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and adjusted properly BEFORE using recliner. DO NOT operate the recliner option if only one (1) of the gas cylinders is operational or adjusted properly. Pinch Points exist between spreader bar and gas cylinders. Use caution, other[...]

Part No. 1106628 49 Solara jr. RECLINER OPERATION (FIGURE 2) WARNING ALWAYS make sure that the wheel- chair is stable in the full reclined (back at 180°) position and the full upright (back at 90°) position BEFORE using the recliner option. Before using the recliner option, make sure the anti-tipper wheel assemblies are in the lowest adjustmen[...]

Solara jr. 50 Part No. 1106628 ADJUSTING TILT TRIGGER RELEASE CABLES (FIGURE 3) NOTE: This procedure applies to tilt-in-space release cables ONLY. WARNING DO NOT adjust the trigger release cables while the cables are coiled up. The adjust- ment will be too tight when the cable is straightened and the tilt mechanism will not lock and hold its pos[...]

Part No. 1106628 51 Solara jr. POSITIONING TILT LOCKING COLLARS WARNING Anterior (forward) tilt is a feature of this wheelchair designed for the USE OF A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL or ASSISTANT ONLY. Engagement of the anterior (forward) tilt must NEVER be performed by the wheelchair user. When anterior (for- ward) tilt is needed, it must ALWAYS be [...]

Solara jr. 52 Part No. 1106628 PROCEDURE 9 TILT/RECLINE TILT/RECLINE ADJUSTING LOWER TILT LOCKING COLLAR (FIGURE 5) NOTE: This procedure limits the amount of tilt the wheelchair may have. The maximum amount of tilt available is 45°. If a dj usting the angle the wheelchair returns to, refer to ADJUSTING UPPER TILT LOCK- ING COLLAR in this proced[...]

Part No. 1106628 53 Solara jr. FIGURE 7 - ADJUSTING THE BACK HEIGHT - RECLINER MODELS ONLY ADJUSTING T H E BACK HEIGHT - RECLINER MODELS ONLY (FIGURE 7 ) 1. If necessary, remove the rear wheels. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual. 2. Remove the two (2) mounting screws and locknuts that secure the seat adju[...]

Solara jr. 54 Part No. 1106628 PROCEDURE 10 CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE This Procedure Includes the Following: Contracture Assembly Angle Adjustment Using The Optional Quick Release Pin Angle Adjustment of the Contracture Footplate Contracture Footplate Depth Adjustment Contracture Footplate Height Adjustment Replacing The Contra[...]

Part No. 1106628 55 Solara jr. USING THE OPTIONAL QUICK RELEASE PIN (FIGURE 2) NOTE: The Quick Release Pin replaces the mount- ing screw that is used to lock the angle adjustment of the contracture support. NOTE: If not installed at time of shipment, the quick release pin must be installed by a qualified techni- cian only, using a 1/8-inch pop r[...]

Solara jr. 56 Part No. 1106628 CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 5) NOTE: Refer to the WARNINGS in PROCEDURE 1 of this m anual. 1. Remove the mounting screw, two (2) coved washers, washer and locknut that secure the footplate bracket to the contracture support. 2. Move the footplate bracket UP/DOWN to achieve desired height. 3. Ali[...]

Part No. 1106628 57 Solara jr. NOTES NOTES NOTES[...]

Solara jr. 58 Part No. 1106628 NOTES NOTES NOTES[...]

Part No. 1106628 59 Solara jr. LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights w[...]

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