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Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual
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T-3 Tennis Adjustable
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T-3 Tennis Elite
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T-3 Titanium
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T-4 Tennis Elite
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T-4 Titanium
DEALER/PROVIDER: 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
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SPECIAL NOTES WARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare Top End 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 use
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ............................................................................... 2 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS ................................................... 4 PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES ........................................... ........................................... ........................................... ........
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PROCEDURE 7 - FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 - FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 - FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 - FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 - FOOTREST ............................................................ ............................................................ ............................................................ ............................................................ ............................................................ 43 43 43 43 43 INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE FIXED FOOTREST - AFTER 4/2000 ..........
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PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM Register ONLINE at www.invacare.com - or - Complete and mail this form Name_______________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________ City____________________State/Province ___________ Zip/Postal Code _________ Fold Email ___________________________________Phone No. _________________ here Invacare Model No. ______________________ Serial No. __________________ Purchased From ______________________
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Fold here Fold here Invacare Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing Cut Along Line
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TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS NOTE: All specifications are approximate. T-3 TENNIS ELITE T-3 TENNIS ADJUSTABLE Seat Width: 12 to 19-inches in 1-inch increments 12 to 19-inches in 1-inch increments Seat Depth: 12 to 18-inches in 1-inch increments 12 to 18-inches in 1-inch increments Seat-to-Floor Front: 17 to 21-inches 17 to 21-inches Rear: 13 to 21-inches 13 to 17-inches Back Style: Fixed (Standard) Fixed (Standard), Fold Down (Optional) Back He
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TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS NOTE: All specifications are approximate. T-3 TITANIUM Seat Width: 12 to 19-inches in 1-inch increments Seat Depth: 12 to 18-inches in 1-inch increments Seat-to-Floor Front: 17 to 21-inches Rear: 13 to 21-inches Back Style: Fixed (Standard) Back Height Ranges Fixed Back: 8-14-inches in 1-inch increments Low Back: 11-14-inches Medium Back: 14-18-inches High Back: 16-20-inches Wheel Base: 22, 24, and 26-inches Footrests: Adjustable Height/Angl
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TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS NOTE: All specifications are approximate. T-4 ELITE AND T-4 TITANIUM Seat Width: 12 to 19-inches in 1-inch increments Seat Depth: 12 to 18-inches in 1-inch increments Seat-to-Floor Front: 17 to 21-inches Rear: 13 to 21-inches Back Style: Fixed (Standard) Back Height Ranges Fixed Back: 8-14-inches in 1-inch increments Low Back: 11-14-inches Medium Back: 14-18-inches High Back: 16-20-inches Wheel Base: 17, 18, and 19
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GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES This Procedure includes the following: Stability Operating Information Tire Pressure Weight Training Weight Limitation Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs STABILITY GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product. DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as Owner’s Manu
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GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL WARNINGS (CONTINUTED) DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the wheelchair may tip over. DO NOT tilt 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. Align both casters parallel with the object
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PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL WARNINGS (CONTINUTED) ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the SEAT POSI- TIONING STRAP is an option on this wheelchair (You may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare Top End strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for the wheel- chair user. ] The seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads suc
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GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS “Safety and Handling” of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance 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 i
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PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES 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 tilting the chair or traversing curbs, or other impediments. WARNING DO NO
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GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 Adjustable Models Only. LENGTHENING WHEELBASE will increase the stability and maintain standard maneuver- ability of the chair. SHORTENING WHEELBASE will decrease the stability, increase the maneuverability and distribute additional weight onto the rear wheels. Center of Gravity LENGTHENING SHORTENING Front of UNOCCUPIED OCCUPIED Wheelchair 72 72 FUNCTIONAL REACH FROM A FORWARD WHEELCHAIR REACH 64 64 The approximate reach-limit values shown in 61
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GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES Reaching, Bending - Backwards. WARNING DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery. This will change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip over. Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object. Point front caster forward to create the longest possible wheelbase. Reach back only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position. TILTING CAUTION DO NOT tilt the chair without assistance. When tilting
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GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 WARNING When lowering the front caster 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 dam- age to the wheelchair. Roll the wheelchair backward and SLOWLY lower the wheelchair in one continuous move- ment. DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could re- sult injury to the occupant. STAIRWAYS WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat positi
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GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES Follow this procedure for moving the chair between floors when an elevator is NOT available: 1. After the chair has been tilted back to the balance point, one assistant (in the rear) backs the chair up against the first step, while securely grasping a non-removable (non-detach- able) part of the chair for leverage. 2. The second assistant, with a firm hold on a non-detachable part of the framework, lifts the chair up and over the stair and steadi
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SAFETY INSPECTION SAFETY INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2 This Procedure includes the following: Safety Inspection Checklist Troubleshooting Maintenance SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST NOTE: Every six (6) months take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer 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 w
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PROCEDURE 2 SAFETY INSPECTION SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST (CONTINUED) ITEM INITIALLY INSPECT/ INSPECT/ INSPECT/ ADJUST ADJUST ADJUST WEEKLY MONTHLY PERIODICALLY FRONT CASTER Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster; caster should come to a gradual stop. X X Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop. X X Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. X X X CAUTION:
