Invacare Tracer Ex2 Users Manual 1110546E

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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

SPECIAL NOTES ........................................................................................3

LABEL LOCATION .....................................................................................4

TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS .............................................................5

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES ............................................................6

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS ....................................9

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING ............................ 15

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS ................................................................ 19

SECTION 5—ARMS .................................................................................. 24

SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK ................................................................. 26

SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS ...................................................................... 30

SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS .................................................................. 32

SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS ................................................ 34

SECTION 10—SEAT TO FLOOR ................................................................. 37

SECTION 11—OPTIONS ........................................................................... 38

LIMITED WARRANTY .............................................................................. 40

Tracer EX2

Tracer® EX2 2Part No. 1110546

 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

WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING (1) THE OWNER’S

OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL AND (2) THE SEATING

SYSTEM’S MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE). IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO

UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS,

CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO

SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY OR

DAMAGE MAY RESULT.

DEALERS AND QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE

THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING (1)

THE OWNER’S OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL, (2) THE SERVICE

MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE) AND (3) THE SEATING SYSTEM’S MANUAL (IF

APPLICABLE). IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS,

CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL

SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS

EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.

 ACCESSORIES WARNING

Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in

conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other

manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use

with Invacare products.

NOTE:Updatedversionsofthismanualareavailableonwww.invacare.com.

SPECIAL NOTES

Part No. 1110546 3Tracer® EX2

SPECIAL NOTES

Signalwords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definitionsofthesignalwords.

NOTICE

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

WITHOUT NOTICE.

WHEELCHAIR USER

As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to

meet many needs of the end user. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be used

by an individual rests solely with the user and his/her healthcare professional capable of making

such a selection.

WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS

Wheelchair users should NOT be transported in vehicles of any kind while in wheelchairs. As of

this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for

transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in a moving vehicle of any type.

It is Invacare’s position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate seating

in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto

industry. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any wheelchair transportation systems.

ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is an option on

this wheelchair (you may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly

recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair

user. The seat positioning strap is a positioning strap only. It is not designed for use as a safety

device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs of wear appear,

strap MUST be replaced IMMEDIATELY.

With regards to seat/chest positioning straps - it is the obligation of the DME dealer, therapists

and other healthcare professionals to determine if a seat/chest positioning strap is required to

ensure the safe operation of this equipment by the user. Serious injury can occur in the event of

a fall from a wheelchair.

SIGNAL WORD MEANING

DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious

injury.

WARNING Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious

injury.

CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage,

minor injury or both

LABEL LOCATION

Tracer® EX2 4Part No. 1110546

LABEL LOCATION

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The wheel locks on this wheelchair have been

pre-set at the factory to comply with the

Veterans 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.

!

CAUTION

Any wheel lock adjustments should embed

wheel lock shoe at least 1/8" into tire when

locked (3/16" on pneumatic tires).

INSTRUCTIONS FOR WHEEL

LOCK ADJUSTMENTS

1. Loosen wheel lock mounting fastener,

which runs through mounting bracket and

frame.

2. Slide clamp toward rear wheel until wheel

lock shoe is embedded into tire material at

least 1/8" when handle is engaged to the

lock position (3/16" for pneumatic tires).

3. Tighten mounting fastener to secure

mounting bracket in desired location and

recheck lock shoe embedding.

4. Inspect for correct locking action BEFORE

actual use.

00078X021-0394

Refer to Owner's Manual

for proper anti-tipper

setting.

1085379

WARNING

WARNING

DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT

THE ANTI-TIP TUBES

INSTALLED.

REV. 5/98 P/N 60106X144

Crossmember

Lower Frame

Tube

NOTE:Onalladjustable

anti‐tippers

TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS

Part No. 1110546 5Tracer® EX2

TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS

*NOTE:Theseoptionsarestandardforthismodel.

**NOTE:Theseat‐to‐floorheightsarebasedonurethanetires.Theseheightscanvary+/‐1/4 inchduetotirewear

andmanufacturingtolerances.

***NOTE:Weightsbasedon18‐inchwidewheelchairwithoutfrontriggings.Weightswillvarydependingon

howwheelchairisequipped.

OVERALL WIDTH

PERMANENT ARM:

REMOVABLE ARM: 231/4, 251/4, 27 1/4nches

241/4, 261/4, 281/4 inches

OVERALL DEPTH (WITH RIGGINGS) 317/8 inches

SEAT WIDTH 16, 18 or 20 inches

SEAT DEPTH

SA FRAME:

FF FRAME:

16 inches

16 inches

SEAT-TO-FLOOR (WITH 24-INCH

WHEELS)

ADULT: (SA FRAME):

ADULT: (FF FRAME):

HEMI: (SA FRAME):

191/2 inches

21 inches

171/2 inches

BACK STYLE Fixed

BACK HEIGHT 16 inches

ARM STYLES Fixed or Adjustable Height; Desk or Full Length; Permanent or Removable

FRONT RIGGINGS Swingaways Footrests, Elevating Legrests, (Not Available On FF Frame)

REAR AXLE Permanent

REAR WHEELS 24-inch Composite or Urethane

HANDRIMS Composite*

WHEEL LOCKS Push to Lock* (Adult), Pull to Lock* (Hemi)

CASTER SIZE 8x1-inch Solid Rubber

UPHOLSTERY Vinyl - Midnight Blue

FRAME COLORS Chrome* and colors

WEIGHT*** (APPROX.)

PERMANENT ARM:

REMOVABLE ARM:

36 pounds (SA Frame), 37 pounds (FF Frame)

36 pounds (SA Frame)

SHIPPING WEIGHT*** (APPROX.)

PERMANENT ARM:

REMOVABLE ARM: 451/2 pounds (SA Frame), 461/2 pounds (FF Frame)

451/2 pounds (SA Frame)

WEIGHT LIMIT 250 lbs (114 kg)

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES

Tracer® EX2 6Part No. 1110546

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES

 WARNING

This section contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product.

Stability - All Models

Thesize/positionofthefrontcasters,size/position

oftherearwheels,useofanti‐tippermodel,as

wellastheuserconditiondirectlyrelatetothe

stabilityofthewheelchair.Anychangetooneor

anycombinationofthesixmaycausethe

wheelchairtodecreaseinstability.These

adjustmentsMUSTbeperformedbyaqualified

technician.

Thevariousseat‐to‐floorheightsrequirespecific

settingsdependingonrearwheelsize,rearwheel

positionandfrontcastersize/position.These

adjustmentsMUSTbeperformedbyaqualified

technician.

Anti-Tippers

Anti‐tippersarespecifictothedifferentanglesand/orseat‐to‐floorheights.Refertothechartsin

Installing/AdjustingAnti‐tippersonpage 34forcorrectusageandadjustment.Iftheserequirements

cannotbeachieved,DONOTusethewheelchair.Contactaqualifiedtechnician.Ifchangingthe

seat‐to‐floorheight,thecorrectanti‐tippersMUSTbeusedtomaintaina11/2to2inchgroundclearance.

Anti‐tippersMUSTbeattachedatalltimes.Inasmuchastheanti‐tippersareanoptionforonthis

wheelchair(youmayorderwithorwithouttheanti‐tippers),Invacarestronglyrecommendsordering

theanti‐tippersasasafeguardforthewheelchairuser.

ALWAYSuseanti‐tippers.Whenoutdoorsonwet,softgroundorongravelsurfaces,antitippersmay

notprovidethesamelevelofprotectionagainsttipover.ExtracautionMUSTbeobservedwhen

traversingsuchsurfaces.

Operating Information

Afteranyadjustments,repairorserviceandbeforeuse,makesureallattachinghardwareistightened

securely‐otherwiseinjuryordamagemayresult.

Unlessotherwisenoted,allserviceandadjustmentshouldbeperformedwhilethewheelchairis

unoccupied.

Avoidstoringorusingthewheelchairnearopenflameorcombustibleproducts.Seriousinjuryor

damagetopropertymayresult.

ALWAYSkeephandsandfingersclearofmovingpartstoavoidinjury.

Todetermineandestablishyourparticularsafetylimits,practicebending,reachingandtransferring

activitiesinseveralcombinationsinthepresenceofaqualifiedhealthcareprofessionalbefore

attemptingactiveuseofthewheelchair.

NOTE:Whenchangestothe

lefthandcolumnoccur,follow

acrossthechartandrefertothe

procedurethatischecked(



)to

maintaintheproperstability,

safetyandhandlingofthe

wheelchair.

CASTER SIZE

CASTER POSITION

WHEEL SIZE

WHEEL POSITION

ANTI-TIPPERS

USER CONDITION

CASTER SIZE •XXXXX

CASTER POSITION X•XXXX

WHEEL SIZE XX • X XX

ANTI-TIPPERS XXX • XX

USER CONDITION XXX X X•

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES

Part No. 1110546 7Tracer® EX2

Whencleaningrearcaneorhandgripareasuseonlyacleantowellightlydampenedwithcoolwater.

Verifythatgripsaredrypriortouse.Useofsoaporammoniabasedcleaningsolutionswillresultinthe

handgripsslidingoffthecaneassembly.Failuretoobservethiswarningmayresultininjurytotheuser

orbystanders.

Ifthewheelchairisexposedtoextremetemperature(above100°Forbelow32°F),highhumidityand/or

becomeswet,priortouse,ensurethatthehandgripsdonottwistonthehandle.Otherwise,damageor

injurymayoccur.

DONOTtraverse,climborgodownrampsorslopesgreaterthan9°.

DONOTattempttomoveupordownaninclinewithawater,iceoroilfilm.

DONOToperateonroads,streetsorhighways.

DONOTattempttorideovercurbsorobstacles.Doingsomaycauseyourwheelchairtotipoverand

causebodilyharmtoyouordamagetothewheelchair.

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toreachobjectsbehindyou,asthismaycausethe

wheelchairtotipover.

DONOTshiftyourweightorsittingpositiontowarddirectionyouarereachingasthewheelchairmay

tipover.

DONOTattempttostopamovingwheelchairwithwheellocks.Wheellocksarenotbrakes.

DONOTtipthewheelchairwithoutassistance.

DONOTuseanescalatortomoveawheelchairbetweenfloors.Seriousbodilyinjurymayoccur.

Beforeattemptingtotransferinoroutofthewheelchair,everyprecautionshouldbetakentoreduce

thegapdistance.Turnbothcastersparalleltotheobjectyouaretransferringonto.Whentransferring

toandfromthewheelchair,ALWAYSengagebothwheellocks.

DONOTattempttoliftthewheelchairbyanyremovable(detachable)parts.Liftingbymeansofany

removable(detachable)partsofthewheelchairmayresultininjurytotheuserordamagetothe

wheelchair.

DONOTstandontheframeofthewheelchair.

DONOTusethefootplateasaplatform.Whengettinginoroutofthewheelchair,makesurethatthe

footplatesareintheupwardposition.

ALWAYSusethehandrimsforself‐propulsion.Inasmuchasthehandrimsareanoptiononthis

wheelchair(youmayorderwithorwithoutthehandrims),Invacarestronglyrecommendsorderingthe

handrimsasanadditionalsafeguardforthewheelchairuser.

Makesuredetentballsofthequick‐releasepinarefullyreleasedbeforeoperatingthewheelchair.

ALWAYSwearyourseatpositioningstrap.Inasmuchastheseatpositioningstrapisanoptiononthis

wheelchair(youmayorderwithorwithouttheseatpositioningstrap),Invacarestronglyrecommends

orderingtheseatpositioningstrapasanadditionalsafeguardforthewheelchairuser.Theseat

positioningstrapisapositioningbeltonly.Itisnotdesignedforuseasasafetydevicewithstanding

highstressloadssuchasautooraircraftsafetybelts.Ifsignsofwearappear,beltMUSTbereplaced

IMMEDIATELY.

ThedetentballsMUSTbeprotrudingpastthetopoftheseatplateassemblyforapositivelock.

Keepdetentballsclean.

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES

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Weight Training/Weight Limitation

Invacaredoesnotrecommendtheuseofitswheelchairsasaweighttrainingapparatus.Invacare

wheelchairshavenotbeendesignedortestedasaseatforanykindofweighttraining.Ifoccupantuses

saidwheelchairasaweighttrainingapparatus,Invacareshallnotbeliableforbodilyinjuryordamage

tothewheelchairandthewarrantyisvoid.

TheTracerEX2wheelchairhasaweightlimitationof250lbs(114kg).

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS

Part No. 1110546 9Tracer® 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wellastheassistant.Thismanual

pointsoutthemostcommonproceduresandtechniquesinvolvedinthesafeoperationandmaintenanceofthewheelchair.

Itisimportanttopracticeandmasterthesesafetechniquesuntilyouarecomfortableinmaneuveringaroundthefrequently

encounteredarchitecturalbarriers.

Usethisinformationonlyasabasicguide.Thetechniquesthatarediscussedonthefollowingpageshavebeenused

successfullybymany.

Individualwheelchairusersoftendevelopskillstodealwithdailylivingactivitiesthatmaydifferfromthosedescribedin

thismanual.Invacarerecognizesandencourageseachindividualtotrywhatworksbestforhim/herinovercoming

architecturalobstaclesthattheymayencounter.However,allwarningsandcautionsgiveninthismanualMUSTbeheeded.

Techniquesinthismanualareastartingpointforthenewwheelchairuserandassistantwith“safety”asthemostimportant

considerationforall.

Stability and Balance

 WARNING

ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is an option on

this wheelchair (you may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly rec-

ommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.

The seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only. It is not designed for use as a safety device

withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs of wear appear, belt

MUST be replaced IMMEDIATELY.

Toassurestabilityandproperoperationofyourwheelchair,youMUSTmaintainproperbalanceatalltimes.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.

Virtuallyallactivitieswhichinvolvemovementinthewheelchairhaveaneffectonthecenterofgravity.Invacare

recommendsusingseat/chestpositioningstrapsforadditionalsafetywhileinvolvedinactivitiesthatshiftyourweight.

DONOTleanforwardoutofthewheelchairanyfurtherthanthelengthofthearmrests.Makesurethe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.

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maintainstabilityandbalance.

A Note to Wheelchair Assistants

Whenassistancetothewheelchairuserisrequired,remembertousegoodbodymechanics.Keepyourbackstraightand

bendyourkneeswhenevertippingthewheelchairortraversingcurbs,orotherimpediments.

DONOTattempttoliftthewheelchairbyanyremovable(detachable)parts.Liftingbymeansofanyremovable(detachable)

partsofthewheelchairmayresultininjurytotheuserordamagetothewheelchair.

Ifthewheelchairisexposedtoextremetemperature(above100°Forbelow32°F),highhumidityand/orbecomeswet,prior

touse,ensurehandgripsdonottwistonthewheelchair’shandle‐otherwisedamageorinjurymayoccur.

Also,beawareofdetachablepartssuchasarmrestsorlegrests.TheseMUSTNEVERbeusedtomovethewheelchairoras

liftingsupports,astheymaybeinadvertentlyreleased,resultinginpossibleinjurytotheuserand/orassistant(s).

Whenlearninganewassistancetechnique,haveanexperiencedassistanthelpyoubeforeattemptingitalone.

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS

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 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.

The size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, use of anti-tipper model, as

well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one or any

combination of the six may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability. These adjustments MUST

be performed by a qualified technician.

Manyactivitiesrequirethewheelchairownertoreach,bendandtransferinandoutofthewheelchair.Thesemovements

willcauseachangetothenormalbalance,thecenterofgravity,andtheweightdistributionofthewheelchair.Todetermine

andestablishyourparticularsafetylimits,practicebending,reachingandtransferringactivitiesinseveralcombinationsin

thepresenceofaqualifiedhealthcareprofessionalbeforeattemptingactiveuseofthewheelchair.

Properpositioningisessentialforyoursafety.Whenreaching,leaning,orbendingforward,itisimportanttousethefront

castersasatooltomaintainstabilityandbalance.

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.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 2.1.

Positionthefrontcasterssothattheyareextendedasfar

forwardaspossibleandengagewheellocks. FIGURE 2.1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward

Reaching and Leaning Backwards

 WARNING

DO NOT lean over the top of the back uphol-

stery to reach objects behind you, as this may

cause the wheelchair to tip over.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 2.2.

Positionwheelchairascloseaspossibletothedesired

object.Pointfrontcastersforwardtocreatethelongest

possiblewheelbase.Reachbackonlyasfarasyourarmwill

extendwithoutchangingyoursittingposition. FIGURE 2.2 Reaching and Leaning Backwards

Tipping

 WARNING

DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance.

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS

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Whentippingthewheelchair,anassistantshouldgraspthebackofthewheelchaironanon‐removable(non‐detachable)

part.Informthewheelchairoccupantbeforetippingthewheelchairandremindhim/hertoleanback.Besuretheoccupant’s

feetandhandsareclearofallwheelsand/orpinchpoints.

Aftermasteringthetechniquesoftippingthewheelchair,useoneofthefollowingmethodstotacklecurbs,shortstairs,etc.

Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 2.3.

Placefootonthesteptubeandbegintotiltthewheelchairtowardyou.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.

 WARNING

When lowering the front casters of the wheel-

chair, DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the

last few inches to the ground. This could result

in injury to the occupant and/or damage to the

wheelchair.

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.

FIGURE 2.3 Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes

Method 2 - Wheelchair Without Step Tubes

 WARNING

ALWAYS check hand grips for looseness before using the wheelchair. If loose and/or worn,

replace IMMEDIATELY.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 2.4.

Thismethodrequirestwoassistants.Thesecondassistant

shouldbepositionedatthefrontofthewheelchairlifting

upwardonanon‐removable(non‐detachable)partofthe

wheelchairframewhenliftingthewheelchairand

stabilizingthewheelchairwhenthewheelchairisbeing

loweredtotheground.

Thefirstassistantshouldstandonthesidewalkandturnthe

wheelchairsothattherearwheelsareagainstthecurb.Turn

theanti‐tipperssotheanti‐tipwheelsarepointingup.The

wheelchairshouldbetiltedbacktothebalance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.

FIGURE 2.4 Method 2 - Wheelchair Without Step

Tubes

 WARNING

When lowering the front casters of the wheelchair, DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few

inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occupant and/or damage to the wheelchair.

Step Tube

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Rollthewheelchairbackwardandslowlylowerthewheelchairinonecontinuousmovement.Turntheanti‐tipperssothe

anti‐tipwheelsarefacingdown.

Escalators

 WARNING

DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur.

Stairways

 WARNING

ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is an option on

this wheelchair (you may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly

recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair

user. The seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only. It is not designed for use as a safety

device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs of wear appear,

belt MUST be replaced IMMEDIATELY.

DO NOT attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by

means of any removable (detachable) parts of the wheelchair may result in injury to the user or

damage to the wheelchair.

ALWAYS check hand grips for looseness before using the wheelchair. If loose and/or worn,

replace IMMEDIATELY.

Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an occupied wheelchair up or down the

stairs. Invacare recommends that, if possible, the user be removed from the wheelchair prior to

moving. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Make

sure to use only secure, non-detachable parts for hand-held supports.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 2.5.

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,whilesecurelygraspinga

non‐removable(non‐detachable)partofthewheelchair

forleverage.

3. Thesecondassistant,withafirmholdona

non‐detachablepartoftheframework,liftsthe

wheelchairupandoverthestairandsteadiesthe

wheelchairasthefirstassistantplacesonefootonthe

nextstairandrepeatsSTEP1.

4. Thewheelchairshouldnotbelowereduntilthelast

stairhasbeennegotiatedandthewheelchairhasbeen

rolledawayfromthestairway.

5. Ifnecessary,rotatetheanti‐tipperssothewheelsare

facingdown.

FIGURE 2.5 Stairways

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Transferring To and From Other Seats

 WARNING

Before attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution 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 are engaged to help prevent the wheels from moving.

CAUTION

When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the seat. This will help prevent

damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 2.6.

NOTE:Thisactivitymaybeperformedindependentlyprovided

youhaveadequatemobilityandupperbodystrength.

Positionthewheelchairascloseaspossiblealongsidethe

seattowhichyouaretransferring,withthefrontcasters

pointingparalleltoit.Removeorflipupthearmrest.

Engagewheellocks.Swingawayorremovefrontrigging.

Shiftbodyweightintoseatwithtransfer.

Duringindependenttransfer,littleornoseatplatformwill

bebeneathyou.Useatransferboardifatallpossible.

FIGURE 2.6 Transferring To and From Other Seats

Unfolding and Folding Wheelchair

 WARNING

ALWAYS keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury.

DO NOT place hand or fingers on the underside of the seat frame rail when opening or closing

the wheelchair.

DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully open and the seat frame rails are fully

seated into the side frame H-blocks.

Invacare recommends that a non-folding device be installed to keep the wheelchair from being

folded when left unoccupied in a public place.

Unfolding

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 2.7onpage14.

1. Tiltthewheelchairtowardyou(raisingtheoppositewheelandcasterofftheground/floor).

2. Placeyourhandonthetopoftheseatrailclosesttoyouwheretheseatupholsteryisattached.

3. Pointyourfingersandthumbtotheinsideofthewheelchair.

4. Pressdownwardonthetopoftheseatrailuntilthewheelchairisfullyopenandtheseatrailsarefullyseatedinthe

H‐blocks.

5. Engagebothwheellocks,openthefootrest/legrestforclearanceandtransferintothewheelchair.RefertoTransferring

ToandFromOtherSeatsonpage 13.

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FIGURE 2.7 Unfolding

Folding Wheelchair

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 2.8.

1. Swingfootrest/legrestinlockedpositiontothefrontof

thewheelchair.

2. Pivotfootplatesupwardtoverticalposition.

3. Withbothhands,graspthemiddleoftheseat

upholsteryatthefrontandbackedgeandliftup.

CAUTION

DO NOT allow upholstery to hang between

the cross braces.

4. Placeexcessseatupholsteryoverthearmrest.

FIGURE 2.8 Folding Wheelchair

Folding Hammock or Sling Seat Models.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 2.9.

1. Swingfootrest/legrestandcalfpadsinlockedposition

tothefrontofthewheelchair.

2. Pivotfootplatesupwardtoverticalposition.

3. Withbothhands,graspthemiddleoftheseat

upholsteryatthefrontandbackedgeandliftup.

4. Continuetoclosethewheelchairbygraspingthe

armrestfurthestfromyouandpullingthearmrest

towardsyou. FIGURE 2.9 Folding Hammock or Sling Seat Models.

Seat Rail

NOTE:DONOTwrapthumbor

fingersundertheseatrail.Point

fingersandthumbtotheinsideof

thewheelchair.

NOTE:Pressdownontheseatrail

andtheseatupholsterywiththe

entirehand.DONOTplaceany

partofthehandundertheseatrail.

H-Blocks

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING

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SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING

NOTE:Everysixmonthsorasnecessary,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.

Safety Inspection Checklist

Initialadjustmentsshouldbemadetosuityourpersonalbodystructureandpreference.Thereafterfollowthese

maintenanceprocedures:

Inspect/Adjust Initially

❑Ensurethatthewheelchairrollsstraight(noexcessivedragorpulltooneside).

❑Inspectforlooseormissinghardwareonframeandcrossbraces.

❑Inspectforbentframeorcrossbraces.

❑Checkthatthewheellocksdonotinterferewithtireswhenrolling.

❑Checkthatthewheellockpivotpointsarefreeofwearandlooseness.

❑Checkthatthewheellocksareeasytoengage.

❑Ensurethatthewheellockspreventthewheelchairfrommovingwhenengaged.

❑Inspecttheseatandbackforripsandsagging.

❑Inspecttheseatandbackforlooseorbrokenhardware.

❑Inspectthebackcanehandgripsforwear/looseness/deterioration.

❑Inspectseatpositioningstrapforanysignsofwear.Ensurebucklelatches.Verifyhardwarethatattachesstraptoframe

issecureandundamaged.Replaceifnecessary.

❑Inspecttiresforflatspotsandwear.

❑Checkpneumatictiresforproperinflation.

CAUTION

As with any vehicle, check the wheels and tires periodically for cracks and wear. Replace if

damaged.

❑Ifequipped,checkthatquick‐releaseaxleslockproperly.Lubricateifnecessary.

❑Checkthatthereisnoexcessivesidemovementorbindingintherearwheelswhenliftedandspun.

❑Inspectrearwheelsforcracked,bentorbrokenspokes.

❑Ensureallspokesareuniformlytight.

❑Inspecthandrimsforsignsofroughedgesorpeeling.

❑Inspectaxleassemblyforpropertensionbyspinningcaster.Castershouldcometoagradualstop.

❑Adjustfrontcasters/forksbearingsystemifwheelwobblesnoticeablyorbindstoastop.

❑Ensurewheelbearingsarecleanandfreeofmoisture.

❑Checkheadtubelocknutsfortightness.

❑Inspectcastersforcracksandwear.

❑Inspectfrontcastersforcracked,bentorbrokenspokes.

❑Ensurethatcastersarefreeofdebris.

❑Cleanupholsteryandarmrests.

❑Checkthatalllabelsarepresentandlegible.Replaceifnecessary.

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING

Tracer® EX2 16 Part No. 1110546

Inspect/Adjust Weekly

❑Ensurethatthewheellockspreventthewheelchairfrommovingwhenengaged.

❑Inspecttiresforflatspotsandwear.

❑Checkpneumatictiresforproperinflation.

❑Ifequipped,checkthatquick‐releaseaxleslockproperly.Lubricateifnecessary.

❑Inspectrearwheelsforcracked,bentorbrokenspokes.

❑Ensureallspokesareuniformlytight.

❑Inspectaxleassemblyforpropertensionbyspinningcaster.Castershouldcometoagradualstop.

❑Inspectfrontcasterforcracked,bentorbrokenspokes.

❑Ensurethatcastersarefreeofdebris.

Inspect/Adjust Monthly

❑Ensurethatthewheelchairrollsstraight(noexcessivedragorpulltooneside).

❑Checkthatthewheellocksdonotinterferewithtireswhenrolling.

❑Checkthatthewheellockpivotpointsarefreeofwearandlooseness.

❑Inspectseatandbackforlooseorbrokenhardware.

❑Inspectseatpositioningstrapforanysignsofwear.Ensurebucklelatches.Verifyhardwarethatattachesstraptoframe

issecureandundamaged.Replaceifnecessary.

❑Inspectbackcanehandgripsforwear/looseness/deterioration.

❑Adjustfrontcasters/forksbearingsystemifwheelwobblesnoticeablyorbindstoastop.

❑Ensurewheelbearingsarecleanandfreeofmoisture.

❑Checkheadtubelocknutsfortightness.

Inspect/Adjust Periodically

❑Inspectframeandcrossbracesforlooseormissinghardware.

❑Inspectforbentframeorcrossbraces.

❑Checkthatwheellocksareeasytoengage.

❑Inspectseatandbacksforripsandsagging.

❑Checkthatthereisnoexcessivesidemovementorbindingintherearwheelswhenliftedandspun.

❑Inspecthandrimsforsignsofroughedgesorpeeling.

❑Adjustfrontcasters/forksbearingsystemifwheelwobblesnoticeablyorbindstoastop.

❑Ensurewheelbearingsarecleanandfreeofmoisture.

❑Inspectcastersforcracksandwear.

❑Ensurethatcastersarefreeofdebris.

❑Cleanupholsteryandarmrests.

❑Checkthatalllabelsarepresentandlegible.Replaceifnecessary.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety Precautions

WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is

tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may result.

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING

Part No. 1110546 17 Tracer® EX2

CAUTION

DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. 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allpartsfordamageorwearandreplace.

Checkallpartsforproperadjustment.

CAUTION

As with any vehicle, the rear wheels, casters and tires should be checked periodically for cracks

and wear, and should be replaced if damaged.

2. Therearwheels,castersandtiresshouldbecheckedperiodicallyforcracksandwear,andshouldbereplacedbya

qualifiedtechnicianifdamaged.

NOTE:Tirewearisexcessiveif:

•PneumaticTires‐thereismissingtreadorthetiresarebald.

•UrethaneTires‐therearecuts,surfacedefectsorthetiresarelooseontherims.

• RubberTires‐30%ormoreofthetirehaswornaway.

NOTE:Invacarerecommendsthattiresandcastersbereplacedeveryfiveyears.

3. Periodicallyadjustwheellocksincorrelationtotirewear.RefertoAdjustingPatientOperatedWheelLocksonpage 36.

4. Periodicallycheckhandrimstoensuretheyaresecuredtotherearwheels.Ifloose,havethemtightenedbyaqualified

technician.

5. Periodicallycheckcasterwheelbearingstomakesuretheyarecleanandfreefrommoisture.UseaTeflon™lubricantif

necessary.

WARNING

When cleaning rear cane or hand grip areas use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool

water. Verify that grips are dry prior to use. Use of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions

will result in the hand grips sliding off the cane assembly. Failure to observe this warning may

result in injury to the user or bystanders.

6. Handgripsshouldbecheckedmonthlyforwear/looseness/deterioration.Cleanifdesired.Replaceifloosenessor

deteriorationisfound.

7. Checkupholsteryforsagging,ripsortears.

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING

Tracer® EX2 18 Part No. 1110546

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

XXXX

Check for loose nuts

and bolts.

XX X

Check caster headtube

angle.

XX

Check that rear wheels

are equally spaced away

from seat frame.

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS

Part No. 1110546 19 Tracer® EX2

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS

 WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is

tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.

Installing/Removing Front Riggings

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 4.1.

Installing

1. Turnthefrontriggingassemblytotheside(openfront

riggingisperpendiculartowheelchair).

2. Installthehingeplatesonthefrontriggingassembly

ontothehingepinsonthewheelchairframe.

3. Pushthefrontriggingassemblytowardstheinsideof

thewheelchairuntilitlocksintoplace.

NOTE:Thefootplatewillbeontheinsideofthewheelchairwhen

lockedinplace.

4. Repeatthisprocedurefortheotherfrontrigging

assembly.

5. Toreleasethefrontrigging,pushthefrontrigging

releaseleverinward,rotatefrontriggingoutward.

Removing

1. Pushthefrontriggingreleaseleverinward

2. Rotateswingawayfrontriggingassemblyoutward.

3. Lifttheswingawayfrontriggingassemblyoffthehinge

pins. FIGURE 4.1 Installing/Removing Front Riggings

Adjusting Footplate Height

Spring Button

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 4.2.

NOTE:Thisprocedureappliestotheswingawayfrontriggingsandswingawayelevatinglegrest.

1. Removethefrontriggingassembly.RefertoInstalling/RemovingFrontRiggingsonpage 19.

NOTE:Laythefrontriggingassemblyonaflatsurfacetosimplifythisprocedure.

2. Pullthecamlockleveruptounlockedposition.

NOTE:Theelevatinglegresthastwosetsofreleasebuttons,onesetabovetheother.Eachsetwillbevisibleoneatatimeallowingfiner

footplateheightadjustment.

3. Pushinthereleasebuttonsandrepositionthefootplateassemblytothedesiredheight.

4. Ensurethatthereleasebuttonsfullyprotrudefromholesonbothsidesofthefrontriggingsupport.

5. Rotatecamlockleverdowntolockedposition.

6. Repeatthisprocedurefortheotherfootplate,ifnecessary.

7. Reinstalltheswingawayfrontriggingassembly.RefertoInstalling/RemovingFrontRiggingsonpage 19.

Front Rigging

Release Lever

Front Rigging

Assembly

Footplate

Hinge

Plates

Hinge

Pins

NOTE:Swingawayfootrestshown.

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS

Tracer® EX2 20 Part No. 1110546

FIGURE 4.2 Spring Button

Bolt-In-Place

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 4.3onpage20.

NOTE:Thisprocedureappliestotheswingawayfootrestsandswingawayelevatinglegrest.

1. Removetheswingawayfrontrigging.RefertoInstalling/RemovingFrontRiggingsonpage 19.

NOTE:Laythefrontriggingassemblyonaflatsurfacetosimplifythisprocedure.

2. Pullthecamlockleveruptotheunlockedposition.

3. Usingascrewdrivertoholdthethreadedrivetinposition,removethebuttonheadscrewfromthethreadedrivet.

4. Removethethreadedrivetandbuttonheadscrewsecuringthefootplateassemblytothefrontriggingsupport.

5. Adjustthefootplateassemblyheightbyaligningthedesiredadjustmentholesintheupperfrontriggingsupportand

lowerfootplateassembly.

6. Fromtheoutsideoftheswingawayfrontrigging,insertthethreadedrivetthroughboththefrontriggingsupportand

thefootplateassembly.

7. Fromtheinsideoftheswingawayfrontrigging,insertthebuttonheadscrewthroughtheappropriateadjustmenthole

andthreadintothethreadedrivet.

8. Usingascrewdrivertoholdthethreadedrivetinposition,securelytightenthebuttonheadscrew.Torqueto32in‐lbs.

9. Rotatecamlockleverdowntolockedposition.

10. RepeatSTEPS1‐9toadjusttheremainingfootrest.

FIGURE 4.3 Bolt-In-Place

Front Rigging Support

Release Button

Footplate

Assembly

Cam Lock Lever

Adjustment

Holes

NOTE:Swingawayfootrestshown.

Front Rigging

Support

Button Head

Screw

Threaded Rivet

Footplate

Assembly

NOTE:Swingawayfootrestshown.

Footplate

Assembly

Threaded

Rivet

Front Rigging

Support

Button Head

Screw

Adjustment

Hole

Inside of

Swingaway

Front Rigging

Adjustment

Hole

Cam Lock

Lever

Outside of

Swingaway

Front Rigging

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS

Part No. 1110546 21 Tracer® EX2

Fixed Frame

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refer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footrestassemblytotheupperfootrest

support.

3. Repositionthelowerfootrestassemblytothedesired

height.

4. Securelytightentheboltandlocknut.

5. Repeatthisprocedurefortheotherfootrest,if

necessary.

6. Replaceimpactguardsand/orcalfstrap,ifnecessary. FIGURE 4.4 Fixed Frame

Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly

 WARNING

Ensure hands and fingers are clear of elevating legrest mechanism before pushing release lever

to lower the elevating legrest. Otherwise injury may occur due to pinch points.

The wheelchair user’s leg MUST be supported by an assistant before attempting to lower

legrest.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 4.5.

1. Toraisetheelevatinglegrest,theassistantshouldholdthesupporttubeandraisetheelevatinglegrestuntilthedesired

heightisobtained.

2. Tolowertheelevatinglegrest,performthefollowing:

A. Supportuserlegwithonehand.

B. Pushreleaseleverdownwardwithotherhand.

C. Gently,loweruserlegdownandrestagainstthelegrest.

FIGURE 4.5 Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly

Bolt and

Locknut

Wheelchair Frame

Footplate

Assembly

Release Lever

Support

Tube

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS

Tracer® EX2 22 Part No. 1110546

Installing Impact Guards/Calf Strap

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 4.6.

1. Removeimpactguard/calfstrapfrompackagedcontainerifnotalreadysecuredtothefootrest.

2. Secureoneimpactguardtotheeachfootrest.

NOTE:Ensuretheupperportionoftheimpactguardisbetweenthetwohorizontalsupportsofthefootrest.

3. Secureonesideofthecalfstraparoundeachfootrest(withtheimpactguardsattached,ifpresent).

FIGURE 4.6 Installing Impact Guards/Calf Strap

Replacing Heel Loop

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 4.7onpage23.

1. Pullthecamlockleveruptounlockedposition.

2. PerformoneofthefollowingasshowninDetailʺAʺ.

• FootplateswithSpringButtons:

i. Pushinthereleasebuttonsandremovethefootplateassemblyfromthefrontriggingsupport.

•Bolt‐In‐PlaceFootplates:

i. Usingascrewdrivertoholdthethreadedrivetinposition,removethebuttonheadscrewfromthethreaded

rivet.

ii. Removethethreadedrivetandbuttonheadscrewsecuringthefootplateassemblytothefrontriggingsupport.

3. Removethemountingscrew,spacerandlocknutthatsecuretheheellooptothefootplate.

4. Removeexistingheelloopfromslidetube.

5. Installnewheelloopontoslidetube.

6. Installthemountingscrew,spacerandlocknuttosecuretheheellooptothefootplate.Tightenuntilthespacerissecure.

7. Insertthelowerfootrestassemblyintotheupperfootrestassemblytodesiredheight.

8. PerformoneofthefollowingasshowninDetailʺAʺ:

• FootplatesWithSpringButtons:

i. Ensurethatthereleasebuttonsfullyprotrudefromholesonbothsidesoftheupperfootrestsupport.

•Bolt‐In‐PlaceFootplates:

i. Fromtheoutsideoftheswingawayfrontrigging,insertthethreadedrivetthroughboththefrontrigging

supportandthefootplateassembly.

ii. Fromtheinsideoftheswingawayfrontrigging,insertthebuttonheadscrewthroughtheappropriate

adjustmentholeandthreadintothethreadedrivet.

iii. Usingascrewdrivertoholdthethreadedrivetinposition,securelytightenthebuttonheadscrew.Torqueto32

in‐lbs.

9. Rotatecamlockleverdowntolockedposition.

Calf Strap

Footrest

Horizontal Support

Upper Portion of

Impact Guard Impact

Guard

Notch

Horizontal

Support

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS

Part No. 1110546 23 Tracer® EX2

FIGURE 4.7 Replacing Heel Loop

NOTE:Swingawayfootrest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

Front Rigging

Footplate

Assembly

Adjustment

Hole

Cam Lock

Lever

Footplate

Assembly

Front Rigging

Support

Button Head

Screw

Threaded

Rivet

Front Rigging

Support

NOTE:Swingawayfootrest

shown.

Cam Lock

Lever

Heel Loop

Slide Tube

Footplate Assembly

Spacer

Locknut

Mounting

Screw

Footplate

SECTION 5—ARMS

Tracer® EX2 24 Part No. 1110546

SECTION 5—ARMS

 WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is

tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.

Adjusting Armrest Height

 WARNING

Make sure the height adjustment lever is in the locked position before using the wheelchair.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 5.1.

1. Unlockthearmrestbyflippingtheheightadjustmentleveronthetopfrontofthearmresttotheup(horizontal)position.

2. Adjustarmresttooneoffivepositions.

NOTE:HeightadjustmentleverMUSTbeintheunlockedpositionwhenplacingarmrestintothearmassembly.

NOTE:Lockthearmrestbypressingtheheightadjustmentleverintothedown(vertical)positionwhenthedesiredarmrestheightis

achieved.

NOTE:RepeatSTEPS1‐3forotherarmrest.

FIGURE 5.1 Adjusting Armrest Height

Locked

(Vertical)

Unlocked (Horizontal)

Armrest Height

Adjustment

Lever

SECTION 5—ARMS

Part No. 1110546 25 Tracer® EX2

Removing/Installing Armrests

 WARNING

Make sure the armrest release lever is in the locked position before using the wheelchair.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 5.2onpage25.

Removing Armrest

1. Pushdownonarmresttoensureitisfullyseatedinfrontandrearsockets.

NOTE:STEP1preventsthereleasebuttonsfromhanginguponthesocketsduringremoval.

2. Pressinthearmrestreleasebuttonatthefrontandrearofthearmrest.

3. Whilepressinginthearmrestreleasebuttons,removethearmrestfromthearmsocketsbypullingstraightup.

Installing Armrest

1. Positionthearmrestjustabovethefrontandreararmsockets.

2. Pusharmdownevenlyatthefrontandrearuntilthefrontandreararmrestreleasebuttosnsnapintothearmsockets.

3. Ensurearmrestislockedsecurelyinthearmsocketsbygentlyliftingup.Ifnotlocked,repeatSTEPS1‐3.

FIGURE 5.2 Removing/Installing Armrests

Armrest Release

Button

Armrest

Rear Arm

Socket

Front Arm

Socket

Armrest Release

Button

SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK

Tracer® EX2 26 Part No. 1110546

SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK

 WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is

tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.

Replacing Back Upholstery

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoForthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 6.1.

1. Removetheeightmountingscrewsandwashersthatsecuretheexistingbackupholsterytothebackcanes.

2. Removeexistingbackupholsteryfromthebackcanes.

3. Securelytightenthenewbackupholsterytothebackcaneswiththephillipsscrewsandwashers.Thefollowingchart

determinesthenumberofmountingscrewsforeachseatdepth.

Replacing Seat Upholstery

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 6.4.

1. Removetheeightphillipsscrewsandwashersthatsecuretheexistingseatupholsterytothecrossbraces.

2. Removetheexistingseatupholsteryfromthecrossbraces.

3. Ensurepositioningofseatpositioningstrap(ifused).RefertoInstallingtheSeatPositioningStraponpage 39.

4. InstallnewseatupholsterybyreversingSTEPS1‐2.

FIGURE 6.1 Replacing Back/Seat Upholstery

Washers Back Upholstery

Washers

Mounting

Screws

Mounting Screws

Wheelchair

Frame

Seat

Upholstery

16-inch Seat

Depth

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wheelchair,thebackandseatupholsteryMUSTbechanged.Ifapplicable,theheadrest

pillowandheadrestupholsteryMUSTbechangedaswell.

1. Removetheexistingbackandseatupholsteryfromthewheelchair.RefertoReplacingBackUpholsteryonpage 26and

ReplacingSeatUpholsteryonpage 26.

2. Removethefourbuttonscrewsandlocknutsthatsecurethetwopivotlinkstothewheelchairframeandcrossbraces.

3. Removethetwobuttonscrews,locknutsandcrossbracesaddlethatsecuresthebottomofthecrossbracetothe

wheelchairframe.Repeatforothercrossbrace.

4. Removethehexscrew,covedwashers,washersandlocknutthatsecurethetwocrossbracestogether.SeeDetailʺBʺ.

FIGURE 6.2 Adjusting the Seat Width - Swingaway Front Riggings

NOTE:Notetheorientationofthecovedwashers,washersandlocknutforassemblingthenewcrossbraces.SeeDetailʺBʺ.

5. Assemblethetwonewcrossbracestogetherwiththeexistinghexscrew,covedwashers,washersandlocknut.Securely

tighten.RefertoDetailʺBʺforhardwareorientation.

6. Determinethecorrectpivotlinkandmountingholetousewiththedesiredseatwidth.Seechartbelow.

7. Securethepivotlinkstothecrossbracesandwheelchairframewiththefourbuttonscrewsandlocknuts.Securely

tighten.

NOTE:Positioncrossbracesaddleonwheelchairframeusingthewasherontheundersideofthewheelchairframeasareference.See

DetailʺAʺforproperpositioningofthecrossbracesaddle.

8. Reinstallthetwobuttonscrews,locknutsandcrossbracesaddlethatsecuresthebottomofthenewcrossbracetothe

wheelchairframe.RefertoDetailʺBʺforhardwareorientation.Repeatforoppositecrossbrace.Securelytighten.

9. Installthenewbackandseatupholsteryontothewheelchair.RefertoReplacingBackUpholsteryonpage 26and

ReplacingSeatUpholsteryonpage 26.

SEAT WIDTH PIVOT LINK

16 - INCH

18 - INCH

20 - INCH

22 - INCH

I

16-inch 18-inch

DO NOT USE

DO NOT USE

20-inch

SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK

Tracer® EX2 28 Part No. 1110546

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)

Button Screw

(STEPS 2,7)

Button Screw

(STEPS 2,7)

Crossbrace

Saddle (STEPS

3,8)

DETAIL “B” - CROSSBRACE

HARDWARE (STEPS 4,5)

Crossbrace

Saddle

Washer

Wheelchair

Frame

DETAIL “A” Locknut

Washer

Coved

Washers

Washer

Coved

Washer

Crossbraces

Coved

Washers

Washer

Hex Screw

SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK

Part No. 1110546 29 Tracer® EX2

Fixed Frame

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 6.4.

Removing Lower Mounting Hardware

1. Removetheexistingbackandseatupholsteryfromthewheelchair.RefertoReplacingBackUpholsteryonpage 26and

ReplacingSeatUpholsteryonpage 26.

NOTE:Ifadjustingtheseatwidthofthewheelchair,backandseatupholsteryaswellasthecrossbracesMUSTbereplaced.

2. Removethefourscrewsandlocknutsthatsecuretheinserttubetothelowerwheelchairframe.

3. Removetheinsertsfromtherearofthewheelchair.

4. Removethehexscrewandlocknutthatsecurethetwoexistingcrossbracestogether.

Removing Upper Mounting Hardware

1. Whilepushingdownontherearseatguide,pullupthefrontseatguideuntilthefrontseatguidereleasesfromthe

wheelchairframe.

2. Pullthecrossbraceawayfromtherearseatguide.

3. RepeatSTEPS1‐2foroppositecrossbrace.

4. ReverseSTEPS1‐3toassembletheuppermountinghardware.

5. ReverseSTEPS1‐4inRemovingLowerMountingHardwareonpage 29.

FIGURE 6.4 Adjusting the Seat Width - Fixed Frame

DETAIL “B” -

REMOVING UPPER

MOUNTING

HARDWARE

DETAIL “A” - REMOVING LOWER

MOUNTING HARDWARE

Rear Seat Guide

Crossbrace

Front Seat Guide

Crossbrace

Insert Tube

Wheelchair Frame

Locknut

Screw

Hex Screw

SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS

Tracer® EX2 30 Part No. 1110546

SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS

 WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching 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 rear wheel or the seat-to-floor height.

If changing the size of the rear wheel or a change in the Seat-to-Floor Height is desired, this

procedure MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

Make sure both rear wheels are the same size and are installed into the same respective mounting

hole BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise injury may occur.

Permanent Axles

 WARNING

This procedure MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 7.1.

NOTE:Ifreplacingthesamesizerearwheel,notethemountingpositiononthewheelchairframeforproperreinstallationofthenewrear

wheel.

1. Removethedustcap(SAFrameonly),hexscrew,washer(SAFrameonly),spacer(ifinstalled)andlocknutthatsecure

therearwheeltothewheelchairframe.

NOTE:Thespacerisusedonwheelchairswithremovablearmsonly.

2. RepeatSTEP1fortheoppositerearwheelifdesired.

3. Toreinstalltherearwheel(s)ontothewheelchair,reverseSTEPS1‐2andtorquelocknutto40ft.‐lbs.

4. Adjustwheellocks.RefertoUsing/AdjustingPatientOperatedWheelLocksonpage 35.

FIGURE 7.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels - Permanent Axles

Rear Wheel

Washer

(SA Frame

ONLY)

Dust Cap

(SA Frame

ONLY) Hex

Screw

Spacer (Wheelchairs

with Removable

Arms ONLY)

Wheelchair

Frame

Locknut

Axle Mounting

Axle

SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS

Part No. 1110546 31 Tracer® EX2

Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim

 WARNING

Wheelchairs with 300 lbs weight limit: DO NOT use composite handrims. Otherwise injury or

damage may occur.

If the wheelchair is equipped with permanent axles, this procedure MUST be performed by a

qualified technician.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 7.2.

1. Removetherearwheelfromthewheelchair.RefertoRemoving/InstallingRearWheelsonpage 30.

2. Removethemountingscrewsthatsecurethehandrimtotherearwheel.

3. Removetheexistinghandrim.

4. Installthenewhandrimbyreversingtheprecedingsteps.

 WARNING

Make sure detent pin and detent balls of the quick-release axles are fully released before operat-

ing the wheelchair.

5. Reinstallrearwheeltothewheelchair.RefertoRemoving/InstallingRearWheelsonpage 30.

6. RepeatSTEPS1‐5fortheoppositerearwheelifnecessary.

FIGURE 7.2 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim

Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire

 WARNING

Replacement of rear wheel tire MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

CAUTION

As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and

should be replaced if damaged.

Mounting Screw

Rear Wheel

Handrim

SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS

Tracer® EX2 32 Part No. 1110546

SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS

 WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is

tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.

Installing/Replacing Six or Eight-Inch Front Casters and Forks

 WARNING

Make sure both fork/caster assemblies are the same size BEFORE using the wheelchair, other-

wise injury may occur.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 8.1.

NOTE:Thisprocedurecanbeperformedifreplacingtheexact

samesizefrontcaster.

1. Removethedustcover.

2. Removethelocknutandnylonwasherthatsecuresthe

forktothecasterheadtube.

3. Droptheforkassemblyoutofthecasterheadtube.

NOTE:Ifcasterreplacementisdesired,referto

Replacing/RepairingFrontCasterTireonpage 33.

4. Slidethenewforkassemblyintothecasterheadtube.

5. ReassemblebyreversingSTEPS1‐3.

6. RepeatSTEPS1‐6fortheoppositeforkassembly.

7. Adjusttheforks.RefertoAdjustingForksonpage 32. FIGURE 8.1 Installing/Replacing Six or Eight-Inch Front

Casters and Forks

Adjusting Forks

1. Toproperlytightencasterjournalsystemandguardagainstflutter,performthefollowingcheck:

A. Tipbackofwheelchairtofloor.

B. Pivotbothforksandcasterstotopoftheirarcsimultaneously.

C. Letcastersdroptobottomofarc(wheelsshouldswingoncetoone‐side,thenIMMEDIATELYrestinastraightdownward

position).

D. Adjustlocknutsaccordingtofreedomofcasterswing.

E. RepeatSTEPSC‐Duntilwheelsswingoncetoone‐side,thenIMMEDIATELYrestinadownwardposition.

2. Testwheelchairformaneuverability.

3. Readjustlocknutsifnecessary,andrepeatSTEPS1‐2untilcorrect.

4. Snapdustcoveroverthelocknutandstem.

Replacing Front Casters

 WARNING

Make sure both front casters are the same size and are installed into the same respective mount-

ing hole before using the wheelchair, otherwise injury may occur.

Dust Cover

Locknut

Nylon Washer

Caster Headtube

Fork Assembly

SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS

Part No. 1110546 33 Tracer® EX2

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 8.2.

NOTE:Ifreplacingthesamesizefrontcaster,notethemountingpositionontheforkassemblyforproperreinstallationofthenewfront

caster.

1. Removethehexscrew,washersandlocknutthatsecurethefrontcastertothefork.

NOTE:Washersareonlyusedwith6and8‐inchcasterswithprecisionbearings.

2. Toreinstallthenewfrontcasterontothefork,reversestep1.

FIGURE 8.2 Replacing Front Casters

Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire

 WARNING

Replacement of front caster tire MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

CAUTION

As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and

should be replaced when necessary.

Locknut

Washer (if applicable)

Front Caster

6 or 8-inch Fork

Hex Screw Washer (if applicable)

SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS

Tracer® EX2 34 Part No. 1110546

SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS

 WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is

tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.

Installing/Adjusting Anti-tippers

 WARNING

Anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor heights. Refer to the chart in this section of

the manual for correct usage and adjustment. If these requirements cannot be achieved, DO

NOT use the wheelchair. Contact a qualified technician. If changing the seat-to-floor height, the

correct anti-tippers MUST be used to maintain a 11/2 to 2 inch ground clearance.

If so equipped, anti-tippers MUST be attached at all times. Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are an

option on this wheelchair (You may order with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly

recommends ordering the anti-tippers as a safeguard for the wheelchair user.

Anti-tippers MUST be fully engaged and release buttons fully protruding out of adjustment holes.

ALWAYS use anti-tippers. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces, anti tippers

may not provide the same level of protection against tipover. Extra caution MUST be observed

when traversing such surfaces.

Ensure both anti-tippers are adjusted to the same mounting hole.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 9.1onpage34andFIGURE 9.2onpage35.

Installing Anti-Tippers

NOTE:Toensurethecorrectmodelanti‐tipperisusedrefertoFIGURE 9.1.Measurementsforanti‐tippersareapproximateandare

takenwithextensiontubeinbottomholeposition.

FIGURE 9.1 Installing/Adjusting Anti-tippers - Anti-Tipper Length

1. Pressthereleasebuttonsandinserttheanti‐tipperswiththeanti‐tipperwheelspointingtowardtheground/floorinto

thewheelchairframetubingasshowninFIGURE 9.2.

WHEEL-

CHAIR

MODEL

SEAT-TO-FLOO

R HEIGHT IN

INCHES

ANTI-TIPPER (MEASUREMENTS IN INCHES)

LENGTH HEIGHT MODEL PART NO.

TRACER EX2 17½ to 19½ 13½ 3¼ 1360 1058836

TRACER EX2

FF 21 12 2¾ 9758 1086190

Anti-Tipper Height

Anti-Tipper Length

Flat Surface Bottom Position

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surface.

4. Measurethedistancebetweenthebottomofthe

anti‐tipperwheelsandtheground/floor.

NOTE:A11/2to2inchclearancebetweenthebottomofthe

anti‐tipperwheelsandtheground/floorMUSTbemaintainedat

alltimes.

5. Ifthedistancebetweenthebottomofanti‐tipperwheels

andtheground/floorisnot11/2to2inches,adjust

anti‐tippers.RefertoAdjustingtheAnti‐Tipperson

page 35. FIGURE 9.2 Installing Anti-Tippers

Adjusting the Anti-Tippers

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 9.3onpage35.

NOTE:A1½to2‐inchclearancebetweenthebottomoftheanti‐tipperwheelsandtheground/floorMUSTbemaintainedatalltimes.

1. Placethewheelchaironaflatsurface.

NOTE:Ifadjustinganti‐tippersonreclinermodels,ensurebackcanesareintheuprightpositionbeforemakingadjustments.

2. Pressthereleasebuttonsonthewheeledportionoftheanti‐tipperandslideitupordowntothedesiredadjustment

hole.

3. Checktomakesurethatthereleasebuttonsarefully

engagedinadjustmentholes.

4. Ensurebothanti‐tippersareadjustedtothesame

height.

5. Measurethedistancebetweenthebottomofthe

anti‐tipperwheelsandtheground/floor.

6. Ifthedistancebetweenthebottomofanti‐tipperwheels

andtheground/floorisnot11/2to2inches,repeat

STEPS2‐5untilthedistanceis11/2to2inches.

7. Ifthe11/2to2inchdistancecannotbeachievedwiththe

anti‐tippers,adifferentmodelmayberequired.

ContactanInvacaredealerorqualifiedtechnician. FIGURE 9.3 Adjusting the Anti-Tippers

Using/Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks

Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks

 WARNING

DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with wheel locks. Wheel locks are not brakes.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 9.4onpage36.

NOTE:Positionwheelchaironaflat,levelsurfacetoperformthisprocedure.

NOTE:Ensurethewheelchairisnotmovingbeforeengagingthewheellocks.

1. Performoneofthefollowing:

•Push‐to‐Lock‐Toengage,pushthewheellockhandleforward.

•Pull‐to‐Lock‐Toengage,pullthewheellockhandlebackward.

2. DisengagethewheellocksbyreversingSTEP2.

Anti-Tipper

Wheels

Anti-Tipper

Release Buttons

Rear Frame

Tubing

Anti-Rattle

Release Buttons

11/2 to 2 inch Clearance

SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS

Tracer® EX2 36 Part No. 1110546

FIGURE 9.4 Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks

Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 9.5.

 WARNING

DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks. Wheel locks are not brakes.

NOTE:Ifwheelsarepneumatic,beforeadjustingthewheellockassemblies,ensurethatthetiresareinflatedtotherecommendedpsion

thesidewalloftire.

1. Disengagethewheellocks.

2. Loosentheboltandlocknutthatsecurethewheellocktothewheelchairframe.

3. Repositionthewheellocksothatwhen

engaged,thewheellockshoeembedsthetire11/8inch(inchforpneumatictires)andholds

theoccupiedwheelchairinplacewhenpushed.

4. Securelytightentheboltandlocknutattachingthewheellocktothewheelchairframe.

5. Engagethewheellock.

6. MeasurethedistancethewheellockisembeddedintothetireasshowninDetailʺAʺ.

NOTE:Anywheellockadjustmentshouldembedthewheellockshoeatleast

1

/

8

inch(

3

/

16

inchifpneumatictire)intothetirewhenengaged.

7. RepeatSTEPS1‐6untilthewheellockshoeembedsthetire1/8inch(

3

/16inchforothertires)andholdsthewheelchair

inplacewhenpushed.

8. RepeatSTEPS1‐7fortheoppositewheellock.

9. Ifthemeasurementof1/8inch(

3

/16inchforothertires)cannotbeachieved,removetheboltandlocknutthatsecurethe

wheellocktothewheelchairframeandmountthewheellockintheremainingmountingposition.

10. RepeatSTEPS1‐8.

11. Engagebothwheellocksandensuretheoccupiedwheelchairisheldinplacewhenpushed.

 WARNING

If wheel locks do not hold the occupied wheelchair in place, contact a qualified technician;

otherwise injury or damage may occur.

FIGURE 9.5 Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks

Push-To-Lock Pull-To-Lock

Unlocked Position

Wheel Lock

Push wheel lock handle forward away

from the tire to engage wheel lock

Pull wheel lock handle backward

toward the tire to engage wheel lock

Unlocked

Position

Wheel Lock

1/8-inch (3/16-inch

pneumatic tires)

Wheel Lock

Shoe

Tire

Wheel Lock

Handle

Rear Wheel

Wheel Lock Shoe

Wheel Lock

Bolt and Locknut

Mounting

Positions

DETAIL “A”

SECTION 10—SEAT TO FLOOR

Part No. 1110546 37 Tracer® EX2

SECTION 10—SEAT TO FLOOR

 WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is

tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.

NOTE:Seat‐to‐floorheightisnotadjustableforTracerEX2wheelchairswiththefixedframeoption(FF).ThisprocedureisforEX2

wheelchairswithswingawayfootrestsONLY.

Changing Seat-to-Floor Height

 WARNING

The size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, use of anti-tipper model, as

well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one or

any combination of the six may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability. These adjustments

MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

Seat-to-floor heights have specific positions depending on rear wheel size, rear wheel position,

front caster size and front caster position. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified

technician.

If changing the seat-to-floor height the correct anti-tippers MUST be ordered to maintain a 1 1/2

to 2 inch ground clearance.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 10.1onpage37.

1. RefertothefollowingchartinFIGURE 10.1todeterminemountingpositionsforfrontcasters/forksandrearwheelsfor

thedesiredobtainableseat‐to‐floorheight:

2. Removetherearwheelsfromthewheelchair.RefertoRemoving/InstallingRearWheelsonpage 30.

3. Ifnecessary,replacethefrontcastersandforkswiththecastersandforksindicatedinthechart.RefertoReplacingFront

Castersonpage 32andInstalling/ReplacingSixorEight‐InchFrontCastersandForksonpage 32.

4. Reinstalltherearwheelsontothewheelchairinthemountingpositionindicatedinthechart.Referto

Removing/InstallingRearWheelsonpage 30.

5. Adjustanti‐tippersaccordingtonewseat‐to‐floorheight.RefertoInstalling/AdjustingAnti‐tippersonpage 34.

8-INCH FRONT CASTERS

FIGURE 10.1 Changing Seat-to-Floor Height

SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT

(IN INCHES)

FRONT CASTER

MOUNTING POSITION

REAR WHEEL SIZE REAR WHEEL

MOUNTING POSITION

17½ Top 24 inch Top

19½ Bottom 24 inch Bottom

DETAIL “A” - REAR WHEEL

MOUNTING POSITIONS-

ADULT/HEMI FRAME STYLE

DETAIL “B” - 8 INCH

FORK MOUNTING

POSITIONS

Top

Bottom

Top

Bottom

Middle

SECTION 11—OPTIONS

Tracer® EX2 38 Part No. 1110546

SECTION 11—OPTIONS

 WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is

tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.

Installing Amputee Bracket

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 11.1onpage38.

1. RefertothefollowingchartorFIGURE 11.1todeterminethemountingpositionoftheamputeebracket:

*NOTE:ʺAʺandʺBʺarestampedonthesidesoftheamputeebracket.

2. InstalltheamputeebracketonthewheelchairframetothepositiondeterminedinSTEP1.

NOTE:Makesuretheaxlespacerispointingtowardstheoutsideofthewheelchair.

3. Installthetwohexscrewsandlocknutsthatsecuretheamputeebrackettothewheelchair.

4. Installtherearwheelsontothewheelchair.RefertoRemoving/InstallingRearWheelsonpage 30.

FIGURE 11.1 Installing Amputee Bracket

SEAT-TO-FLOOR *BRACKET AXLE SPACER POSITION

(ON BRACKET)

SIDE OF

WHEELCHAIR

AXLE MOUNTING

POSITION

(ON WHEELCHAIR)

ADULT

ADULT

HEMI

HEMI

A

B

B

A

DOWN

DOWN

UP

UP

RIGHT

LEFT

RIGHT

LEFT

TOP

TOP

BOTTOM

BOTTOM

Bracket “A” Bracket “B”

Locknuts

Hemi Right

Hemi Left

Rear View of

Amputee Bracket

Right

Left

Adult Right

Axle Spacer Toward Outside

of Wheelchair

Adult Left

Axle Spacer Toward Outside

of Wheelchair

Hex Screws

SECTION 11—OPTIONS

Part No. 1110546 39 Tracer® EX2

Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier

 WARNING

Check base weekly to ensure proper placement.

When loading the crutch/cane carrier, ensure items are securely placed into the base. Also

ensure that there is no interference with folding the wheelchair, the rear wheels, or the

swing-back arms.

Strap MUST be securely fastened while carrying items.

NEVER insert or remove items while wheelchair is moving.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 11.2.

1. Slidetheclampwiththebaseattachedovertheendofthesteptubeofthewheelchair.Ensurethebaseistowardsthe

insideofthewheelchair.

2. Positionthebaseparalleltothesteptube.

CAUTION

Base should be parallel to step tube to avoid

bending spokes when folding the wheelchair.

3. Securelytightenthelocknutthatsecuresthebasetothe

steptubeofthewheelchair.

4. Removetheupperbackupholsteryscrewandwasher.

5. Alignthestrapwiththebackupholsteryscrew

mountinghole.

6. Reinstallthebackupholsteryscrewandwasherand

securethestraptothewheelchair.

7. Thebasecleanseasilywithanychromeorglasscleaner.

Thestrapcanbecleanedwithmildsoapandwater.

FIGURE 11.2 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier

Installing the Seat Positioning Strap

 WARNING

ALWAYS wear your positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is an option on this wheel-

chair (You may order with or without the seat restraint), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat

positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.

NOTE:Forthisprocedure,refertoFIGURE 11.3.

1. Removethebottombackupholsteryscrewfromthe

2. wheelchair.

3. Positiontheseatpositioningstraphalfbetweenthe

backcaneandbackupholstery.

4. Securethebackupholsteryandseatpositioningstrapto

thewheelchairwiththeexistingbackupholsteryscrew.

5. RepeatSTEPS1‐3fortheoppositesideofthe

wheelchair. FIGURE 11.3 Installing the Seat Positioning Strap

Step

Tube

Locknut

Clamp

Base

Strap

Back

Upholstery

Strap

Positioning

Strap

Back

Upholstery

Back Cane

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 who purchases this product when new and unused from Invacare

or a dealer. This warranty is not extended to any other person or entity and is not transferable or assignable to any

subsequent purchaser or owner. Coverage under this warranty will end upon any such subsequent sale or other transfer of

title to any other person.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.

Invacare warrants the side frames and cross members of this product when purchased new and unused to be free from

defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer,

with a copy of the seller’s invoice required for coverage under this warranty. Invacare warrants the upholstered materials

(seat, back and armrests of the arm assembly) and remaining components of this product when purchased new and unused

to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of thirteen (13) months from date of purchase from

Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of the seller’s invoice required for coverage under this warranty. If within such warranty

periods any such product shall be proven to be defective, such product shall be repaired or replaced, at Invacare’s option.

This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of any such

product. Invacare’s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to such repair and/or

replacement.

For warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare product. In the event you do not

receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare at the address at the bottom of this page. Provide

dealer’s name, address, the product model number, date of purchase, indicate nature of the defect and, if the product is

serialized, indicate the serial number. Do not return products to our factory without our prior consent.

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED

PRODUCTS IF THE SERIAL NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED, PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO

NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, IMPROPER OPERATION, MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE, 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 NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR OR FAILURE TO

ADHERE TO THE PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS.

THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES

WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF

MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND THE SOLE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF

ANY WARRANTY WHATSOEVER, SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE

PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN. THE APPLICATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY

WHATSOEVER SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED

HEREIN. INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES

WHATSOEVER.

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DAMAGE, OR LIMITATION OF HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION AND

LIMITATION MAY NOT BE APPLICABLE.

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