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  • Page 1

    Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual DEALER: This manual MUST be g iven to the user of the wheelchair. USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com SPECIAL NOTES ...........................................[...]

  • Page 2

    Tracer® EX 2 2 Part No. 111 0546  WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERF ORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. ALSO, A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES SPECIFICALLY INDICATED IN THE MANUAL. WHEELCHAIR USERS: DO NOT SERVIC E OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING (1) THE OWNER’S OPERATOR AND MA[...]

  • Page 3

    SPECIAL NOTES Part No. 1110546 3 Tracer® EX2 SPECIAL NOTES Signal  wor ds  are  used  in  this  manual  and  apply  to  hazards  or  unsafe  practices  which  could  result  in  personal  injury  or  property  damage.  Refer  to  the  following  table  for  defi[...]

  • Page 4

    LABEL LOCATION Tracer® EX 2 4 Part No. 111 0546 LABEL LOCATION IMPORT ANT NOTICE The wheel locks on this wheelchair have been pre-set at the factory to comply with the V eterans Administration functional Standard 8320.01 of the Federal Register , paragraph 3.2.4.5.3. If these wheel locks do not meet your needs, follow instructions below . ! CAUTIO[...]

  • Page 5

    TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Part No. 1110546 5 Tracer® EX2 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS *NOTE:  These  options  are  standard  for  this  model. **NOTE:  The  seat ‐ to ‐ floor  heights  ar e  bas ed  on  urethane  tires.  These  heights  can  vary  +/ ‐ 1 / 4 inch  due  to ?[...]

  • Page 6

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Tracer® EX 2 6 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES  WARNING This section contains importan t information for the safe oper ation and use of this product. Stability - All Models The  size/position  of  the  front  casters,  size/position  of  the  rear  wheels,  use [...]

  • Page 7

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1110546 7 Tracer® EX2 When  cleaning  rear  cane  or  hand  grip  areas  use  only  a  clean  towel  lightly  dampened  with  cool  wat e r.  Ve r i f y  that  grips  are  dry  prior  to  use.  Use  of  soap  or  ammoni[...]

  • Page 8

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Tracer® EX 2 8 Part No. 111 0546 Weight Training/Weight Limitation Inv acare  does  not  recommend  the  use  of  its  wheelchairs  as  a  we i g h t  training  apparatus.  Invacare  wheelchairs  have  not  been  designed  or  tested  as  a  seat[...]

  • Page 9

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1110546 9 Tracer® EX2 SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs Safety  and  handling  of  the  wheelchair  require  the  close  attention  of  the  wheelchair  user  as  we l l  as  the  assistant.  This [...]

  • Page 10

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Tracer® EX 2 10 Part No. 111 0546  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 do wn between your knees. The size/position of the front caster s, size/position of the rear whee ls, use of anti-t ipper model, as well as the u[...]

  • Page 11

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1110546 11 Tracer® EX2 When  tipping  the  wheelchair ,  an  assistant  should  grasp  the  back  of  the  wheelchair  on  a  non ‐ remov able  (non ‐ detachable)  part.  Inform  the  wheelchair  occupant  before  tipping ?[...]

  • Page 12

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Tracer® EX 2 12 Part No. 111 0546 Roll  the  wheelchair  backward  and  slowly  low er  the  wheelchair  in  one  continuous  movement.  Tu r n  the  anti ‐ tippers  so  the  anti ‐ tip  wheels  are  facing  down. Escalators  WARNING[...]

  • Page 13

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1110546 13 Tracer® EX2 Transferring To a nd From Other Seats  WARNING Before attempting to tr ansfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precauti on should be taken to reduce the gap distance. Turn both casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto. Also be certain the wheel locks ar[...]

  • Page 14

    SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Tracer® EX 2 14 Part No. 111 0546 FIGURE 2.7 Unfolding Folding Wheelchair NOTE:  For  this  procedur e,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 2.8. 1. Swing  footrest/legrest  in  locked  position  to  the  front  of  the  wheelchair . 2. Pivot  footpl ates  upw ard [...]

  • Page 15

    SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No. 1110546 15 Tracer® EX2 SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE:  Every  six  months  or  as  necessary ,  take  your  wh eelchair  to  a  qualifi ed  technician  for  a  thorough  inspection  and  servicin g.  Regular  c[...]

  • Page 16

    SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Tracer® EX 2 16 Part No. 111 0546 Inspect/Adjust Weekly ❑ Ensure  that  the  wheel  locks  prev ent  the  wheelchair  from  moving  when  engaged. ❑ Inspect  tires  for  flat  spots  and  w ear . ❑ Check  pneumatic  tires  for  proper[...]

  • Page 17

    SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No. 1110546 17 Tracer® EX2 CAUTION DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the fram e. This could cause damage to the frame tubing. Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Before  using  your  wheelchair ,  make  sure  all  nuts  and  bolts  are  tight.  Check  [...]

  • Page 18

    SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Tracer® EX 2 18 Part No. 111 0546 Troubleshooting Chair Veers Right/Left Chair 3 Wheels Sluggish Turn or Performance Casters Flutter Squeaks and Rattles Looseness in Chair Solutions XX X X Check tires for correct and equal pressure XX X X Check for loose nuts and bolts. XX X Check caster headtube angle[...]

  • Page 19

    SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No. 1110546 19 Tracer® EX2 SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS  WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing/Removing Front Riggings NOTE:  For  this  procedur e,  re fe r  to  F[...]

  • Page 20

    SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Tracer® EX 2 20 Part No. 111 0546 FIGURE 4.2 Spring Button Bolt-In-Place NOTE:  For  this  procedur e,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 4.3  on  page  20. NOTE:  This  procedure  applies  to  the  swingaway  footrests  and  swingaway  eleva ting  legrest. 1. Remove  the [...]

  • Page 21

    SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No. 1110546 21 Tracer® EX2 Fixed Frame NOTE:  For  this  procedur e,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 4.4 1. Remove  impact  guards  and/or  calf  strap,  if  necessary . 2. Loosen,  but  do  not  remove  the  bolt  and  locknut  that  secure  the  lower[...]

  • Page 22

    SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Tracer® EX 2 22 Part No. 111 0546 Installing Impact Guards/Calf Strap NOTE:  For  this  procedur e,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 4.6. 1. Remove  impact  guard/calf  strap  from  packaged  container  if  not  already  secured  to  the  footrest. 2. Secure  one  impact[...]

  • Page 23

    SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No. 1110546 23 Tracer® EX2 FIGURE 4.7 Replacing Heel Loop NOTE:  Swingaway  footr est  shown. Adjustment Holes Cam Lock Lever Footplate Assembly Release Button Front Rigging Support DETAIL “A” Footplates with Spring Buttons Bolt-in-Place Footplates Inside of Swingaway Front Rigging Outside of Swingaway [...]

  • Page 24

    SECTION 5—ARMS Tracer® EX 2 24 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 5—ARMS  WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Adjusting Armrest Height  WARNING Make sure the height adjustment lever is in the lo cked position before using t[...]

  • Page 25

    SECTION 5—ARMS Part No. 1110546 25 Tracer® EX2 Removing/Installing Armrests  WARNING Make sure the armr est release leve r is in the locked position before using the wheelchair. NOTE:  For  this  procedur e,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 5.2  on  page  25. Removing Armrest 1. Push  down  on  armrest  to  ensur[...]

  • Page 26

    SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK Tracer ® EX2 26 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK  WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Replacing Back Upholstery NOTE:  For  this  procedur e,  re fe r  to  For  th[...]

  • Page 27

    SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK Part No. 1110546 27 Tracer ® EX2 Adjusting the Seat Width Swingaway Front Riggings NOTE:  FIGURE 6.2  on  page  27  and  FIGURE 6.3  on  page  28. NOTE:  When  adjusting  the  seat  width  of  the  wheelcha ir ,  the  back  and  seat  upholstery  MUST ?[...]

  • Page 28

    SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK Tracer ® EX2 28 Part No. 111 0546 FIGURE 6.3 Adjusting the Seat Width - Swingaway Front Riggings Pivot Lock (STEPS 2,7) Crossbrace (STEPS 4,5) Button Screw (STEPS 2,7) Locknut (STEPS 2,7) Wheelchair Frame Locknut (STEPS 2,7) Locknut (STEPS 3,8) Button Screw (STEPS 3,8) Crossbrace Saddle (STEPS 3,8) Locknut (STEPS 2,7) But[...]

  • Page 29

    SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK Part No. 1110546 29 Tracer ® EX2 Fixed Frame NOTE:  For  this  procedur e,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 6.4. Removing Lower Mounting Hardware 1. Remove  the  existing  back  and  se at  upholstery  from  the  wheelchair .  Ref er  to  Replacing  Back  Upholstery  on ?[...]

  • Page 30

    SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS Tracer® EX 2 30 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS  WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Removing/Installing Rear Wheels  WARNING Only a qualified technician may change the size of the rea[...]

  • Page 31

    SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS Part No. 1110546 31 Tracer® EX2 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim  WARNING Wheelchairs with 300 lb s weight limit: DO NOT use composit e handrims. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. If the wheelchair is equipped wi th permanent axles, this proc edure MUST be performed by a qualified technician. NOTE:  For  this  p[...]

  • Page 32

    SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS Tracer® EX 2 32 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS  WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing/Replacing Six or Eigh t-Inch Front Casters and Forks  WARNING Make sure both fork/ca[...]

  • Page 33

    SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS Part No. 1110546 33 Tracer® EX2 NOTE:  For  this  procedur e,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 8.2. NOTE:  If  replacing  the  same  size  front  caster ,  note  the  moun ting  position  on  the  fork  assembly  for  proper  reinstallation  of  the  new[...]

  • Page 34

    SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Tracer® EX 2 34 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS  WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing/Adjusting Anti-tippers  WARNING Anti-tippers are specific to t[...]

  • Page 35

    SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Part No. 1110546 35 Tracer® EX2 2. Ensure  that  the  release  button  of  the  anti ‐ tipper  fully  protrudes  out  of  the  hole  in  the  bottom  of  the  wheelchair  frame  tubing. 3. Place  the  wheelchair  on  a  flat  sur[...]

  • Page 36

    SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Tracer® EX 2 36 Part No. 111 0546 FIGURE 9.4 Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks NOTE:  For  this  procedur e,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 9.5.  WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel lock s. Wheel locks are not brakes. NOTE:  If [...]

  • Page 37

    SECTION 10—SEAT TO FLOOR Part No. 1110546 37 Tracer® EX2 SECTION 10—SEAT TO FLOOR  WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. NOTE:  Seat ‐ to ‐ floor  height  is  not  adjustable  for  Tr a c e r ?[...]

  • Page 38

    SECTION 11—OPTIONS Tracer® EX 2 38 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 11—OPTIONS  WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing Amputee Bracket NOTE:  For  this  procedur e,  re fe r  to  FIGURE 1 1.1  on[...]

  • Page 39

    SECTION 11—OPTIONS Part No. 1110546 39 Tracer® EX2 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier  WARNING Check base weekly to en sure proper placement. When loading the crutch/cane ca rrier, ensure items ar e securely placed into the base. Also ensure that there is no interf erence with folding the wheelc hair, the rear wheels, or the swing-back arms. [...]

  • Page 40

    LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAF TED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. This warranty is ext ended only to the origin al purchaser who purchases this product when new and unused from Invaca re or a dealer. This warrant y is not extended to any other person or entity an d [...]