Invacare XtraTM 1026793 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. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com Xtra™[...]

Xtra™ 2 Part No 1026793 NOTE: Information in this manual appli es to chairs manufactur ed after 08/01/04.  WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. ALSO, A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES SPECIFICALLY INDICATED IN THE MANUAL. WHEELCHAIR USERS: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT W[...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No 1026793 3 Xtra TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 9 LABEL LOCATIONS ......................................................................... 10 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS .................................................. 11 SECTION 1—GENERAL [...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS Xtra 4 Part No 1026793 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS ........................................................ 28 Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Footrest s .......................... ....................... .................. ................. ..28 Swingaway Front Frame ... ........................................[...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No 1026793 5 Xtra TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 7—ARMS ......................................................................... 42 Installing the Half Arm . ........................ ............................................. .................. ................ ............... ......42 Adjusting Half Arm Heig ht ............[...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS Xtra 6 Part No 1026793 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS/ ANTI-TIPPERS ....................................... 57 Replacing/Adjusting the Wheel Locks . ......... .................................................................... .............. .....57 Replacing the Wheel Lock .......................... ..................[...]

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SPECIAL NOTES Part No 1026793 9 Xtra™ SPECIAL NOTES W ARNING/CAUTION notices as used in th is manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in pers onal injury and/or property damage. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelc hairs, Invacare [...]

LABEL LOCATIONS Manual Ti tle 10 Part No LABEL LOCATIONS Xtra only Xtra Heavy Duty only[...]

TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Compass XE™and Allegro 11 Part No 1026793 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS XTRA OVERALL WIDTH (WITH 0º CAMBER) OPEN - Seat width plus approximately 8-1/2 inches CLOSED - approximately 12 inches OVERALL DEPTH Seat depth plus 14 inches (With out Front Riggings) SEAT WIDTH 14 to 22 inches SEAT DEPTH 14 to 22 inches REAR FRAME T[...]

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Xtra™ 12 Part No 1026793 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES  WARNING SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELIN ES contai ns important inform ation for the safe operation and use of this product. DO NOT use this prod uct or any available optional equipment without first comple tely reading and understanding these instructions and [...]

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No 1026793 13 Xtra™ Repair and Service Information Unless otherwise noted, all service and ad justments should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied. Operating Information T o determine and establish your particular sa fety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several comb[...]

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Xtra™ 14 Part No 1026793 Do not sit or transfer into the wheelchair unle ss it is fully open and the seat rails are fully seated into the seat clamps. Wheel locks are NOT brakes. DO NOT attemp t to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks. DO NOT attempt to lift a wheelchair by lif ting on any remov able (detac[...]

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No 1026793 15 Xtra™ Tire Pressure DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has th e proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause th e tire to explode and cause bodily harm. The recommended tire pressure is liste d on the si de w all of the tire. Replacem[...]

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Xtra™ 16 Part No 1026793 SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS “Safety and Handling” of the wheelchair requir es the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques invo lved in the sa fe operation and maintenance [...]

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No 1026793 17 Xtra™  WARNING This wheelchair has been designed to acco mmodate one (1) indivi dual. If more than one (1) individual occupies the wheelchair this may advers ely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to th e user and passenger and dam- age to the[...]

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Xtra™ 18 Part No 1026793 Tipping  WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. When tipping the wheelchair , an assistant sh ould grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non-remov able (non-detachable) part. Inform the wheelchair occupant before tipping the wheelchair and remind him/her to lean[...]

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No 1026793 19 Xtra™ The first assistant should stand on the sidew a lk and turn the wheelchair so that the rear wheels are against the cu rb. The wheelchair should be tilted back to the balance point and, in one continuous downw ard movement, the rear wheels should be pulled up and over the curb. DO[...]

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Xtra™ 20 Part No 1026793 3. The second assistant, with a firm hold on a non-detachable part of the framew ork, lifts the wheelchair up and over th e stair and steadies the wheelchair as the first assistant places one (1) foot on the ne xt stair and repeats STEP 1. 4. The wheelchair should n ot be lowered[...]

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No 1026793 21 Xtra™ Percentage of Weight Distribution  WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach object s if you have to move fo rward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reac hing down between your knees. The seat depth, seat dump, back angle, sea ting system, size/pos ition of the rear wheels, [...]

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Xtra™ 22 Part No 1026793 Reaching, Leanin g and Bending - Forward  WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach object s if you have to move fo rward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reac hing down between your knees. NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 2.6. P osition the casters so that they a[...]

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No 1026793 23 Xtra™ SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/ TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: T wice a year or every six (6) months, take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will r eveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheel chai[...]

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Xtra 24 Part No 1026793  CAUTION As with any vehicle, the whee ls/casters and tires should be checked periodically for cracks, flat spots and wear , and should be replaced. ❑ Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobb les noticeably or binds to a stop. ❑ Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. ?[...]

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No 1026793 25 Xtra™ Inspect/Adjust Monthly ❑ Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs of wear . Ensure buckle latches. V erify hardw are that attaches strap to frame is secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary . ❑ Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobb les noticeably or binds to a stop. ?[...]

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Xtra 26 Part No 1026793 ❑ Clean quick-release axles with a T eflon ® lubricant. ❑ Ensure axles are free from dirt, lint, etc. ❑ Ensure roller bearings are free from dirt, lint, etc. ❑ Adjust wheel locks as tires wear . ❑ Clean and w ax all parts. Troubleshooting Maintenance  WARNING After [...]

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No 1026793 27 Xtra™ Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Before using y our Invacare Xtra wheelchair , make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear and repl ace. Check all parts for proper adjustment.  WARNING DO NOT use WD-40®, 3-in-1 oi l®, or other penetrating[...]

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Xtra™ 28 Part No 1026793 SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS  WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - othe rw ise, injury or damage may result. Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Footrests Swingaway Front Frame NOTE: For this procedur e, refer t[...]

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No 1026793 29 Xtra™ FIGURE 4.1 Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Fo otrests - Swingaway Front Frame Adjusting 70° MFX and 90° Footrests NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 4.2. 1. Remov e any accessories that are attached to the footrests. 2. Remov e the socket bolt, coved w asher and locknut that secure t[...]

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Xtra™ 30 Part No 1026793 Installing Elevating Legrests NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 4.3. 1. Insert the piv ot tube into the legrest support and secure it with the bolt and nut. 2. Place legrest on the outside of the wheelch air and insert the mo unting pin into the mounting tube. 3. Rotate legrest tow ard [...]

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No 1026793 31 Xtra™ Adjusting Calfpads NOTE: For this proced ure, re fer to FIGURE 4.5. 1. T o adjust the calfpad, turn pad towards the outside of the wheelchair . 2. Slide the calfpad up or down until the desired position is obtained. 3. T o secure the calfpad, turn the calfpad tow ards th e inside of the wheelcha[...]

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Xtra™ 32 Part No 1026793 Adjusting Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplates  WARNING When determining the angle of the footplates, make sure the rear of the footplates DO NOT interfere with the mo vement of the front caster s. Otherwise, injury or damage may occur. NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 4.7. Depth Adj[...]

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No 1026793 33 Xtra™ Heel Loop Replacement NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 4.8. 1. Remov e the hex screw and coved w asher that secu res the lower half of the footrest to the swingaw ay footrest assembly . 2. Remov e the lower footrest assembly . 3. Remov e the phillips screw and locknut that secure the h[...]

SECTION 5—BACK Xtra™ 34 Part No 1026793 SECTION 5—BACK  WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - othe rw ise, injury or damage may result. Adjusting the Back Height NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 5.1. NOTE: There ar e four (4) height ranges of bac[...]

SECTION 5—BACK Part No 1026793 35 Xtra™ Adjusting the Back Angle NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 5.2. NOTE: This procedur e applies to adjustable angle backs only . NOTE: The back adjusts to four (4) positions in five 5° degr ee increments from 0° to 15°. 1. Remov e the two (2) back angle adjustment screws and locknuts. 2. Reposit[...]

SECTION 5—BACK Xtra™ 36 Part No 1026793 Installing/Removing the Chest Positioning Strap NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 5.3. 1. Remov e the two (2) mounting screws and wash ers securing the back upholstery to the back cane. 2. Do one (1) of the following: A. T o install the chest positioning strap, proceed to STEP 3. B. Remove the tw[...]

SECTION 5—BACK Part No 1026793 37 Xtra™ Installing the Stroller Handles NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 5.4. NOTE: This procedur e appli es to ALL stroller handles. NOTE: Stroller handles can only be used with the 10° back cane with push handles and the straight back cane with push handles. 1. Remov e the hand grip from the back can[...]

SECTION 6—SEAT Xtra™ 38 Part No 1026793 SECTION 6—SEAT  WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - othe rw ise, injury or damage may result. Folding/Unfolding the Wheelchair  WARNING DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open and the [...]

SECTION 6—SEAT Part No 1026793 39 Xtra™ Replacing Seat Upholstery NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 6.2. 1. Remov e the seat cushion, if necessary , from the wheelchair . 2. Remov e the phillips screws that secure the existing seat upho lstery to the seat frame. NOTE: The number of phillips screws will vary depending on the depth of th[...]

SECTION 6—SEAT Xtra™ 40 Part No 1026793 NOTE: Only Hook and Loop style seat positioning strap shown. Auto style seat positioning strap attaches th e same way . FIGURE 6.3 Installing/Removing Seat Positioning Strap Installing Fabric Clothing Guards NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 6.4. 1. Remov e the seat cushion, if necessary . 2. Sec[...]

SECTION 6—SEAT Part No 1026793 41 Xtra™ Installing Clothing Guards NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 6.5. 1. P osition the threaded and unthreaded half clamps on inside and outside of the wheelchair frame. NOTE: Make sure the thr eaded half clamp is on the outside of the wheelchair frame. 2. Loosely install the w asher and socket screw[...]

SECTION 7—ARMS Xtra™ 42 Part No 1026793 SECTION 7—ARMS  WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - othe rw ise, injury or damage may result. DO NOT attempt to lift or t ilt a wheelchair by using any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removabl[...]

SECTION 7—ARMS Part No 1026793 43 Xtra™ FIGURE 7.1 Installing the Half Arm Adjusting Half Arm Height NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 7.2. 1. Remov e the half arm from the arm socket. 2. Remov e the hex screw , two (2) w ashers and locknut mounted in the arm socket that determine the half arm height. 3. Reposition hex screw and one (1[...]

SECTION 7—ARMS Xtra™ 44 Part No 1026793 Using/Adjusting Dual Point Arms  WARNING Make sure the locking mechanism is secured before usin g the wheelchair. NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 7.3. Adjusting Armrest Height 1. Unlock the armrest by flipping the armrest release lever on the top front of the armrest to the UP (HORIZONT AL) [...]

SECTION 7—ARMS Part No 1026793 45 Xtra™ Replacing Dual Point Arm Pad/Clothing Guards NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 7.4. Replacing Arm Pad 1. Remov e the phillips screws that secure the arm pad to the armrest assembly . 2. Replace arm pad and securely tighten with the existing phillips screws. Replacing Clothing Guards NOTE: This pr[...]

SECTION 7—ARMS Xtra™ 46 Part No 1026793 Removing T-Arms 1. Press in on the lock ing lev er and lift the T -arm straigh t up and out of the T -arm socket. 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 Adjusting the T -Arms on page 46. 2. Repeat STEP 2 for opposite side of the w[...]

SECTION 7—ARMS Part No 1026793 47 Xtra™ • Tighten - Tightening the set screws on th e outside T -arm post will make it harder to move the inside T -arm post up and down. • Loosen - Loosening the set scr ews on the outside T -arm post will make it easier to move the inside T -arm post up and down. 3. Lock the T -arm by flipping the T -arm re[...]

SECTION 7—ARMS Xtra™ 48 Part No 1026793 Adjusting T-Arm Depth NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 7.8. 1. Remov e the two (2) phillips screws that secure the arm pad to the arm tube. 2. Remov e the two (2) socket screws that secure the arm tube to the T -arm post. 3. Reposition the arm tube on the T -arm post: • Desk Length Arms - to o[...]

SECTION 7—ARMS Part No 1026793 49 Xtra™ Adjusting T-Arm Sockets NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 7.9. 1. Remov e the rear wheels from the wheelc hair , if necessary . Refer to Removing/ Installing Rear Wheels on page 51. 2. Loosen, but do not remov e the four (4) hex screws and wa shers that secure T -arm socket to T - arm clamp. NOTE[...]

SECTION 7—ARMS Xtra™ 50 Part No 1026793 Adjusting T-Arm Transfer A ssists and/or Side Guards NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 7.10. 1. Remov e the T -arm from the wheelchair . Refer to Installing/Removing T -Arms on page 45. 2. Remov e the two (2) socket screws that se cure the side guard to the bottom clamp. NOTE: Adjusting the side [...]

SECTION 8—WHEELS Part No 1026793 51 Xtra™ SECTION 8—WHEELS  WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - othe rw ise, injury or damage may result. Repairing/Replacing Pneumatic Tire/Tube  WARNING Replacement of a pneumatic tire or tube MUST be performed by a q[...]

SECTION 8—WHEELS Xtra™ 52 Part No 1026793  WARNING Make sure the detent pin an d locking pins of the quick/ quad-release axle are fully released BEFORE oper ating the wheelchair. The locking pins MUST be protruding past the inside of the rear wheel axle bushing for a positive lock. Keep locking pins clean. 5. If the locking pins are not pr o[...]

SECTION 8—WHEELS Part No 1026793 53 Xtra™ Adjusting Quick-Release Axles NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 8.2. 1. Remov e rear wheel and quick/quad-release axle from the wheelchair . Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 51. 2. Depress detent pin in the quick-release axle and slide axle through the wheel hub. 3. Release dete[...]

SECTION 8—WHEELS Xtra™ 54 Part No 1026793 Installing Quad-Release Axles NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 8.3. 1. Remov e rear wheel and the existing quick-release axle from the wheelchair . 2. Remov e the existing quick-release axle from the rear wheel hub. 3. Insert the new quad-release axle through the rear wheel hub. 4. Slide the l[...]

SECTION 8—WHEELS Part No 1026793 55 Xtra™ Adjusting Quad-Release Handles In and/or Out NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 8.4. 1. Remov e rear wheel and the quad-rel ease axle from the wheelchair . 2. Loosen the locking screw . 3. Make the following adjustments: A. If the quad-release handle is not releasing the locking pins completely [...]

SECTION 8—WHEELS Xtra™ 56 Part No 1026793 Adjusting Forks NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 8.6. 1. Remov e the dust cover from the caster headtube. 2. T o properly tighten caster journal syst em and guard against flutter , perform the following check: A. Tip back the wheelchair to floor . B. Pivot both forks and casters to top of thei[...]

SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS Part No 1026793 57 Xtra™ SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI- TIPPERS  WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - othe rw ise, injury or damage may result. Replacing/Adjusting the Wheel Locks NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE [...]

SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS Xtra™ 58 Part No 1026793 Installing/Adjusting the Anti-Tippers  WARNING Anti-tippers MUST be full y engaged and spring button s fully protruding out of adjustment holes BEFORE usi ng the wheelchair. Anit-tippers MUST be used at all times. when outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti-tippers[...]

SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS Part No 1026793 59 Xtra™ Installing Amputee Attachments NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 9.4. 1. Remov e the rear wheel from the wheelc hair . Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 51. 2. Note the position of the axle mounting plate. NOTE: This will maintain the curr ent rear seat to floor[...]

LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABL E TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JU LY 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products. This warranty gives you specif ic legal rights and you m ay also have other legal righ ts which vary from state to state[...]