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1. 11 REPLACING 11 REMOVING INSTALLING ADJUSTING BACK RELEASE CORD eene 12 REPLACING OPTIONAL BACK UPHOLSTERY 14 ADJUSTABLE TENSION BACK UPHOLSTERY 15 PROCEDURE 4 ARMS INSTALLING T ARM SOCKETS 16 REPLACING THE T ARM LOCKING LEVER 16 PROCEDURE 5 CASTERS REPLACING REPOSITIONING INSTALLING FRONT CASTERS 17 INSTALLING RE Beh tyre uS 17 ABJUSTINGOASIERFEADTUBES 18 PROCEDURE 6 REAR WHEELS ADJUSTING WHEELBASE ondes equ d 19 AEJUSTINGREAH WHEELOAMBIELH 19 ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL HEIGHT Mem 20 ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENG TH erii i da ed pastu dep aat 20 ur Bl e ea gee era gee te a a ee est ce 21 PROCEDURE 7 STABILITY ADJUSTMENTS SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT DETERMINATION sscsisetesasusicenacccsacctaneniaduntessteesanenteaveces usiavinieunest Garamendi 23 CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT P redd Dese exepeneateendeneedasnenedaacls 23 INSTALLING ADJUSTING ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKETS eene eene 31 INSTALEING ADJUSTING THEANTISTIPPEIS euo be tnn rond tu depen 32 PROCEDURE 8 SUSPENSION E
2. BRACKET POSITION Front ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Front LONG FORK STEM ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION p Spacer Front ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Front 28 STABILITY ADJUSTMENTS PROCEDURE 7 NOTE The seat to floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires subtract 1 2 inch from the measurements listed below All heights are approximate to 1 4 inch due to tire wear and air pressure 19 INCH SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT 22 INCH REAR WHEELS 5 INCH CASTERS LONG FORK STEM LONG FORK STEM Spacer Composite Urethane Casters ONLY LONG FORK STEM sacer LONG FORK STEM Span Composite Urethane wA Casters ONLY LONG FORK STEM p Spacer AXLE LUG POSITION 5 AXLE LUG POSITION 29 LONG ANTI TIPPER 26 INCH REAR WHEELS 5 INCH CASTERS ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Center ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Center ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Center ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Center ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Center lt 4 gt 0 D J U 5 T M E N T 5 lt 4 0 D J U S T M E N T 5 PROCEDURE 7 STABILITY ADJUSTMENTS NOTE The seat to floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts If whe
3. PROCEDURE 3 FRONT VIEW OF WHEELC HAIR Retaining Ring Upper Folding Link Lower Folding Link Noiches Retaining Upper Mounting Hole NOT SHOWN nas Spacer Lower Mounting Hole NOT SHOWN Outer Bushing REAR VIEW OF WHEELC HAIR Retaining Ring Upper Mounting Hole NOT SHOWN Upper Folding Link Lower Folding Link gem Center Folding E Link Noiches Frame Protector Lower Mounting Hole NOT SHOWN REAR Outer Bushing Retaining Ring DETAIL A RETAINING RINGS J a Three 3 Tabs Retaining Ring Bushing FIGURE 3 REPLACING THE FOLDING MEC HANISM FRAME REMOVING INSTALLING ADJ USTING BACK RELEASE CORD FIGURE 4 After adjusting or replacing back release cord ensure back is locked securely in place BEFORE using the wheelchair Removing Back Release Cord 1 Removebackcushion system from wheelchair if nec essary Refer to back system owners manual for re moval procedures 2 Untie the knots securing the ends of the back release cord to the back release latches Remove back release cord from back release latches Perform one 1 of the following A BACK UPHOLSTERY Remove the back re lease cord from the back upholstery B BACK SYSTEM Remove the back release cord from the eyelets on each
4. 4 Drop the EXISTING caster and fork out of the caster headtube 5 If necessary install spacer onto NEW fork stem Re fer to CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT in PRO CEDURE 7 of this manual Slide the NEW caster fork up into the caster headtube Install washer and locknut onto NEW fork Repeat STEPS 1 7 for the opposite fork To properly tighten forks and guard against flutter per form the following check Tip back of wheelchair to floor B Pivot both forks and casters to top of their arc simultaneously C Letcasters 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 10 Test wheelchair for maneuverability 11 Readjustlocknuts if necessary and repeat STEPS 9 10 until correct 12 Snap headtube caps onto caster headtubes Locknut Headtube Cap Washer Caster 9 Headtube Fork 51 E Suspension Fork NOTE Only one 1 washeris shown here for clarity There may be up to four 4 washers and or a spacer on the fork stem NOTE Only suspension fork shown for clarity Casters remove install in the same manner for all forks FIGURE 2 INSIALLING REPLACING FORKS 17 PROCEDURE 5 CASTERS ADJ USTING CASTER HEADTUBES DETAIL A CASTER HEADTUBE IS FIGURE 3 PERPENDICULAR TO FLOOR Whenever the seat height is r
5. 6 Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels wise injury or damage may result Ifloose have them adjusted by a qualified technician 7 Periodically check handrims to ensure they are se cured to the rear wheels If loose or damaged have them tightened or replaced by a qualified technician Periodically adjust wheel locks in correlation to tire wear Referto REPLACING ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCK in the Spyder owners manual part number 1093830 Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from moisture Use a Teflon lubricant if necessary 10 Check upholstery for sagging rips or tears DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame This could cause damage 8 to the frame tubing Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1 Before usingyour Invacare SPYDER makesureallnuts 9 and bolts are tight Check all parts for damage or wear and replace Check all parts for proper adjustment 2 Keep quick quad release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation Refer to ADJUSTING QUICK RELEASE AXLES or AD Transporting the Invacare Spyder JUSTING QUAD RELEASE AXLES in the Spyder 1 Remove the seating system Refer to seating sys owner s manual part number 1093830 tem owner s manual 3 Oil quick release axles at least once 1 a month 3 in 1 oil or equivalent NOTE Refer to the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 for the proced
6. SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT Wheel locks MUST be adjusted BEFORE us YT DETERMINATION FIGURE 1 the whack fee x uM Antrtippers if equipped MUST be adjusted NOTE All measurements are in inches The seat to floor BEFORE using the wheelchair heights are approximate to 1 2 inch NOTE The seat to floor heights are based on pneumatic 1 Refer to the charts on the following pages to deter tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts If wheelchair mine the size and proper adjustment for the rear is equipped with urethane tires subtract 1 4 inch from the wheels casters forks and anti tippers for the desired measurements listed below All heights are approximate seat to floor height to 1 4 inch due to tire wear and air pressure 2 Adjustthe rear wheel to the appropriate axle lug posi tion Refer to ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL HEIGHT Seat to floor height is determined by measuring the dis in this PROCEDURE 6 of the manual tance between the front of the seat upholstery at the seat rail and the ground ffloor 3 Perform one 1 of the following CHANGING TO OR FROM 8 CASTERS The different seat to floor heights are possible by using Replace the front forks Refer to INSTALLING RE different combinations of REAR WHEELS REAR PLACING FORKS in PROCEDURE 5ofthe manual WHEEL HEIGHT FRONT CASTER POSITION B CHANGING ADJUSTING 3 5 OR 6 INCH CASTER SIZE and FORK STEM SIZE CASTERS Proceed to STEP 4 4 Repl
7. chair frame and axle mounting plate with at least two 2 bolt s and locknuts Te U S T M E N T 5 PROCEDURE 7 STABILITY ADJUSTMENTS n a Axle Mounting Plate A S D T J A U 5 T s Anti tipper Mounting Bracket T N DETAIL A FRONT ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING 4 S BRACKET POSITIONS Anti tipper Axle Mountin 9 Mountin poe pe W ye 202 Ea DETAIL B CENTER MOUNTING BRAC KET POSITIONS Anti tipper gt Axle Mounting Mounting Plate o Bracket C 4 FIGURE 2 INSIALLING ADJ USING ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKETS INSTALLING ADJ USTING THE ANTI TIPPERS FIGURE 3 Anti tippers MUST be fully engaged and re lease buttons fully protruding out of release button holes BEFORE using wheelchair DO NOT operate the wheelchair if the anti o o o o 4 19 INCH SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT WITH 26 INCH REAR WHEELS AND 6 INCH CASTERS ONLY If wheelchair is equipped with tippers CANNOT be positioned so that they extend BEYOND the outer edge o
8. The seat to floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires subtract 1 2 inch from the measurements listed below All heights are approximate to 1 4 inch due to tire wear and air pressure 17 1 4 INCH SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT 20 INCH REAR WHEELS 3 INCH CASTERS SHORT FORK STEM AXLE LUG POSITION SHORT ANTI TIPPER ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING m BRACKET POSITION Center S T A B L T Y 2 gt ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Center SHORT FORK STEM ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING i BRACKET POSITION YA Center ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Front 25 lt 4 0 D J U S T M E N T 5 PROCEDURE 7 STABILITY ADJUSTMENTS NOTE The seat to floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires subtract 1 2 inch from the measurements listed below All heights are approximate to 1 4 inch due to tire wear and air pressure 18 INCH SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT 22 INCH REAR WHEELS 5 INCH CASTERS SHORT FORK STEM AXLE LUG POSITION LONG ANTI TIPPER ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Front LONG FORK STEM ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING Be pacer BRACKET POSITION Front SHORT FORK STEM ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Composite Urethane ONLY Front 24 INCH 559 OR 3SC
9. part number 1093830 11 Repeat STEPS 1 10 for the opposite rear wheel if necessary Phillips Screw Mounting Tab Locknut Handrim FIGURE 5 REPLACING HANDRIMS ADJ USING HANDRIMS SPOKE REAR WHEELS Adjusting Handrims Spoke Rear Wheels FIGURE 6 NOTE The following procedure is for projection or non projection handrims NOTE for composite rear wheels can not be adjusted 1 Remove the handrim from the rim Perform STEPS 1 4 of REPLACING HANDRIMS SPOKE REAR WHEELS in this procedure of the manual 2 gt mI PROCEDURE 6 Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 dures REAR WHEELS 2 Movethehandrimto one 1 of the following positions 2 Perform one 1 of the following IN Moving both handrims to the inside mounting A Remove existing non projection handrim from the hole on the mounting tabs will reduce the rear wheel Refer to REPLACING NON PRO overall width of the wheelchair by 3 4 inch JECTION HANDRIMS COMPOSITE REAR OUT Moving both handrims to the outsid WHEELS in this procedure of the manual Moving both handrims to the outside mount ing hole on the mounting tabs will increase SHORT 52918 washers and locknuts the overall width ofthe wheelchair by 3 4 inch Thar Sere Oe Dore and remove projection handrim from rear wheel 3 Reinstall the handrim onto the rim by performing STEPS 6 11 of REPLACING HANDRIMS SPOKE
10. LONG FORK STEM ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING E BRACKET POSITION p Spacer i Front ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Front STABILITY ADJUSTMENTS PROCEDURE 7 NOTE The seat to floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires subtract 1 2 inch from the measurements listed below All heights are approximate to 1 4 inch due to tire wear and air pressure 18 INCH SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT CONTINUED 24 INCH 559 OR 3SCF REAR WHEELS 6 INCH CASTERS SHORT FORK STEM AXLE LUG POSITION LONG ANTI TIPPER ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING c BRACKET POSITION Composite Gm Urethane y Front S T B L T Y SHORT FORK STEM ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING n BRACKET POSITION e Center SHORT FORK STEM ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION i Composite a a Urethane A Casters ONLY Center 27 5 T A B L T Y OHAZMERAHVCCUPpP PROCEDURE 7 STABILITY ADJUSTMENTS NOTE The seat to floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires subtract 1 2 inch from the measurements listed below All heights are approximate to 1 4 inch due to tire wear and air pressure 18 1 2 INCH SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT 22 INCH REAR WHEELS 5 INCH CASTERS LONG FORK STEM AXLE LUG POSITION LONG ANTI TIPPER ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING
11. T arm clamp on the wheelchair frame as shown in FIGURE 1 NOTE T arm socket must be positioned on outside of wheelchair frame 3 Install hex bolts through T arm clamp wheelchair frame and coved washers and tighten securely with locknuts 4 Position the T arm socket inserts in the T arm socket as shown in FIGURE 1 5 Line up the mounting holes in the T arm socket with the threaded holes in the T arm clamp 6 While holding the T arm socket and the T arm clamp together install the four 4 hex screws and washers into mounting holes and tighten loosely 7 Adjust the T arm socket Refer to ADJUSTING THE T ARMS in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 8 Repeat STEPS 2 7 for opposite side of wheelchair 9 Install the T arm into the T arm sockets Refer to IN STALLING REMOVING T ARMS in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 Wheelchair Frame Locknut T Arm Clamp X iem ON T Arm Socket Inserts Coved Hex Bolts Washer Hex Screw Socket Washer FIGURE INSTALLING TARM SOCKETS ARMS REPLACING THE T ARM LOCKING LEVER FIGURE 2 1 Remove T arm from wheelchair Refer to IN STALLING REMOVING T ARMS in the Spyder owners manual part number 1093830 2 Remove the phillips bolt and locknut that secure the existing locking lever to the bottom bracket The locking lever is spring loaded Place your free hand over the locking lever to prevent the parts from springing
12. UE REAR WHEELS in this procedure of the manual 4 Position one 1 link with one 1 of the mounting holes Replacing Non Projection Handrims in the rear wheel Composite Rear Wheels FIGURE 6 5 Install a SHORT screw through the link and the rear 1 Removethe rear wheel from the wheelchair Refer to wheel and loosely tighten with washer and locknut REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in the 6 Repeat STEPS 3 4 for one 1 link on the opposite side of the rear wheel 2 Remove the button screws and washers that secure NOTE The links will attach to the rear wheel at an ap the handrim to the rear wheel proximate 45 angle in the same direction 3 Remove the existing handrim from the rear wheel 7 Repeat STEPS 3 4 for the remaining links 4 Installthe new handrim by reversing the above proce 8 Securely tighten the washers and locknuts that se cure the new projection handrim to the rear wheel 9 Reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 Repeat STEPS 1 9for opposite rear wheel if necessary Make sure detent pin and locking pins of the quic k quad release axles are fully re leased BEFORE operating wheelchair 10 5 Reinstall rear wheel to the wheelchair Refer to RE 4 MOVING INSTALLING REARWHEELS inthe Spyder Composite Rim owner s manual part number 1093830 6 Repeatthe STEPS 1 5 for the opposite rear wheel if necessa
13. back cane Press the star wheel DOWN to open the cord lock Remove the back release cord from the cord lock Perform one 1 of the following BACK UPHOLSTERY Refer to INSTALLING BACK RELEASE CORD WITH BACK UPHOL STERY in this procedure of the manual B BACK SYSTEM Refer to INSTALLING BACK RELEASE CORD WITH BACK SYSTEM in this procedure of the manual Installing Back Release Cord with Back Upholstery 1 Press the star wheel down to open the cord lock 2 Thread one 1 end of back release cord through cord lock NOTE Ensure there are equal portions of back release cord on either side of the cord lock 3 Press the star wheel UP to lock the cord lock 4 Thread one 1 end of the back release cord through a grommet in the back upholstery as shown in FIG URE 4 0 12 5 Perform the following steps to secure the back lease cord to the back release latch DETAIL B A Threadthe endof the back release cord from STEP 4 through back release latch from the inside of the wheelchair to the outside of the wheelchair B Knot the end of the back release cord C Pull knot up and over back release cord to make aloop D Push knot down and through back release cord loop E Grasp and hold knot end of back release cord Pull the back release cord on the outside of the upholstery to tighten the knot 6 Repeat STEPS 4 5 for opposite end of back release cord 7 Trim excess ba
14. force when remov ing or installing bushings Otherwise the bushings may become deformed NOTE The folding mechanism consists of ALL the fold ing links assembled to the center track 1 Using a flat screwdriver remove EXISTING retaining rings securing bushings to the wheelchair frame 2 Foldthe wheelchair to remove tension on the bushings Refer to FOLDING UNFOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 3 Remove EXISTING bushings from wheelchair frame with a punch or phillips screwdriver and a rubber mallet 4 Remove EXISTING folding mechanism from the wheelchair 5 Align the folding links of the NEW folding mechanism with the mounting holes on the wheelchair frame 6 Insert the outer bushings UP through the following items in the order listed LOWER mounting hole B LOWER folding link C CENTER folding link REAR ONLY OR spacer FRONT ONLY D UPPER folding link E UPPER mounting hole NOTE Rear outer bushings should be inserted with the frame protectors facing down NOTE The lower notch on the rear outer bushing is above the frame protector NOTE Ensure the notches on the outer bushings are above and below the wheelchair frame on either end 7 Install one 1 new retaining ring onto each outer bush ing notch using a retaining ring insertion tool NOTE Ensure all three 3 tabs on each retaining ring are completely inserted into the notch as shown in DETAIL A of FIGURE 3
15. of wheelchair NOTE Make sure the axle lugs are mounted in the same position This will avoid a 3 wheeling situation 9 Refer to CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 7 of the manual to make additional adjustments necessary to level the wheelchair 10 Adjustthe wheel locks Refer to REPLACING ADJUST ING THE WHEEL LOCK inthe Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 11 If equipped adjust anti tippers to maintain proper clear ance Refer to INSTALLING ADJUSTING THE ANTI TIPPERS in PROCEDURE 7 of the manual Axle Mounting Plate Axle Bushing in Mounting Positions Outer Jam Nut 2i i LY FIGURE 3 ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL HEIGHT ADJ USTING WHEELBASE LENGTH FIGURE 4 20 BEFORE performing this procedure refer to STABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 of this manual for additional requirements maintain maximum stability position the rear wheels in the most rearward posi tion on the wheelchair frame Moving the rear wheels forward WILL cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability 19 INCH SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT WITH 26 INCH REAR WHEELS AND 6 INCH CASTERS ONLY If wheelchair is equipped with anti tippers DO NOT mount axle mount ing plate in the forwardmost least stable position Anti tippers will not provide pro tection in this position Wheel locks MUST be adjusted BEFORE us ing the wheelchair If equipped ant tippers and ant tipper mounting brackets MUST
16. off of the bottom bracket 3 Remove existing locking lever and spring from bot tom bracket NOTE Inspect the spring and replace if necessary 4 Position spring on bottom bracket as shown in FIGURE 2 5 Position newlocking lever onto spring and bottom bracket NOTE Make sure the two 2 extended ends of the spring are inside the notch in the locking lever 6 Line up the mounting holes in the new locking lever spring and bottom bracket DO NOT over tighten locknut that secures lock ing lever bottom bracket Over tightening this loc knut wil prevent locking lever op erating properly possibly causing injury 7 Install phillips bolt and tighten securely with locknut 8 Install the T arm onto the wheelchair Refer to IN STALLING REMOVING T ARMS in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 Extended Ends Bottom Bracket d Locking Lever FIGURE 2 REPLACING THE T ARM LOCKING LEVER Phillips Bolt lt 16 CASTERS This Procedure includes the following Replacing Repositioning nstalling Front Casters Installing Replacing Forks Adjusting Caster Headtubes After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely other wise injury or damage may result REPLACING REPOSITIONING INSTALLING FRONT CASTERS FIGURE 1 BEFORE performing this procedure refer to STABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 of this manua
17. the user and consider access to daily ac tivities before increasing wheelbase width Remove the EXISTING axle mounting plate from the wheelchair frame and axle lug Loosely install the EXISTING locknuts and bolts onto the EXISTING axle mounting plate for future use NOTE Each axle mounting plate provides a specific de gree of camber and requires the specific set of hardware provided when ordered 1 Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 2 Loosenthetwo 2 jamnutsthatsecuretheaxlebush 8 Insert the EXISTING axle lug through the NEW axle ing to the axle mounting plate mounting plate in the position noted in STEP 2 3 Movethe axle bushing in or outto the desired position 9 Install the washer and outer jam nut onto the axle lug Torque jam to 40 ft lbs 4 Tighten the jam nuts that secure the axle bushing to the axle mounting plate Torque jam nuts to 40 ft Ibs 10 Align the axle mounting plate with the wheelchair frame in the position determined in STEP 4 5 Reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair Refer to bil REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in the 11 Insertthe two 2 NEW shorter bolts from the inside of the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 wheelchair through the wheelchair frame and the top two 2 mounting holes in the NEW axle mounting plate 6 Repeat STEPS 1 5 for opposite side o
18. to ADJ USING REAR WHEEL NOTE Suspension fork shown HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual FIGURE 3 ADJUSTING CASTER HEADTUBES 9 Repeat STEPS 1 4 until headtube is perpendicular to the floor 10 Repeat STEPS 1 4 for the opposite headtube 11 Adjust casters to guard against flutter Referto STEPS 9 11 of INSTALLING REPLACING FORKS in this pro cedure of the manual 18 REAR WHEELS PROCEDURE 6 ADJ USTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER FIGURE 2 This Procedure includes the following Adjusting Wheelbase Width Adjusting Rear Wheel Camber DO NOT overtighten hex screws that se Hear Whee cure the axle mounting plates to the Adjusting Wheelbase Length Handrims wheelchair frame Damage to the wheel chair frame can occur REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 Note position of axle lug in the axle mounting plate Remove the outer jam nut and washer from the axle lug Note position of the axle mounting plate on wheel chair frame Remove the EXISTING locknuts and bolts that se cure the axle mounting plate to the wheelchair frame After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely other wise injury or damage may result ADJ USTING WHEELBASE WIDTH FIGURE 1 Increasing wheelbase width may prevent the wheelchair from passing through smaller door jams and other tight places Consult
19. Floor Range 3 inch Front Casters 5 inch Front Casters 6 inch Front Casters 8 inch Front Casters Push Handles 10 bend 14 1 4 to 18 1 4 inches 14 1 2 to 19 inches 15 1 2 to 20 inches 16 1 2 to 20 inches 16 3 4 to 17 1 4 inches 17 to 19 inches 18 to 19 1 2 inches 20 inches 16 18 inches and 20 inches Sportster No Push Handles 12 14 inches Straight with Push Handles 12 18 inches 60 70 90 Swingaway Tapered Non Tapered Elevating Legrest Adjustable Angle Flip up Footplates Composite Footplates Quick Release Quad Release 20 22 24 inch Composite Wheels 22 24 26 inch Spoke Wheels 24 26 inch Hi Performance Spoke Wheels 559 High Performance Turbo Tire OPTIONAL 24 26 inch Continental Tires 22 26 inch Pneumatic Tires Flat Free Inserts Aluminum Anodized Plastic Coated Black Plastic Coated Vertical Oblique Projection Plastic Coated Spoke Guards High Mount Pull to Lock Standard Wheel Lock Extensions Hill Holder Undermount Wheel Lock 3 5 6 and 8 inch Urethane or Pneumatic Precision Sealed Bearings Flat Free Inserts 2 or 3 inch Optional Black Nylon Optional Adjustable Back Upholstery Standard 29 6 lbs with Rear Wheels 20 4 without Rear Wheels 44 Ibs 14 inch Seat Frame with complete package op al omz rmo co PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES Stability Operating Information Tire Pressure Weight Training Weigh
20. LASTOMERS AND SUSPENSION 34 REPLACING FRONT ELASTOMERS itti eto etuer hid o 34 Ormunprr LABELS WARNING LABEL LOCATIONS Pinch point To unfold grasp top edge ONLY AWARNING 1097049 Rev A 1 3 00 AWARNING DO NOT step or stand on rear folding links 4097061 Otherwise injury or damage may A 1 3 00 9 9 WS 9 6 SS A WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI TIP IUBES INSTALLED P N 60106X144 Detent balls should extend beyond the diameter AWARNING of the axle bushing for a positive lock Keep detent balls clean REV 10 98 1026960 SPECIFICATIONS Seat Width Seat Depth Seat to Floor Back Height Footrest Rear Axle Rear Wheels Handrims Wheel Locks Caster Size Seat Cushion Back Upholstery Weight Shipping Weight approx SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPYDER 14 to 20 inches 14 to 18 inches REAR Seat to Floor Range 20 inch rear wheels 22 inch rear wheels 24 inch rear wheels and 559 rear wheels 26 inch rear wheels FRONT Seat to
21. REAR WHEEL HEIGHT FIGURE 3 BEFORE perfoming this procedure refer to STABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 of this manual for additonal requirements The lower tubing of the wheelchair frame MUST be parallel to the ground at all times may be necessary to adjust front caster size and or position to level the wheel chair Refer to CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIG HT in PROCEDURE 7 of the manual to detemine the required adjustments Lowering the rear wheel height ie rais ing the seat height of the wheelchair WILL reduce the stability of the wheelchair Wheel locks MUST be adjusted BEFORE us ing the wheelchair Antrtippers if equipped MUST be adjusted BEFORE using the wheelchair Referto STABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 ofthis manual for additional requirements Refer to CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 7 to determine desired axle lug position Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 Loosen the outer jam nut that secures the axle lug to the axle mounting plate Move axle lug up or down to position determined in STEP 2 Tighten the outer jam nut to secure the axle bushing to the axle mounting plate Torque jam nut to 40 05 8 REAR WHEELS Reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 Repeat STEPS 3 7 for opposite side
22. Service Manual SPYDER DEALER KEEP THIS MANUAL THE PROCEDURES IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN ONLY Yes you can WARNING DO NOT SERVICE REPAIR OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT HRST READING AND UNDERSIANDING THIS MANUAL AND THE SPYDER OWNERS MANUAL PART NUMBER 1093830 IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSIAND THE WARNINGS CAUTIONS AND INSIRUC TIONS CONTACT A HEALIHCARE PROFESSIONAL DEALER OR TECHNICAL PERSONNH IF APPLICABLE BEFORE ATIEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT OTHERMISE INJ OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEH CHAIR MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIRED TECHNICIAN PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIHED TECHNICIAN SPECIAL NOTES WARNING CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJ ECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheel chairs 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 r om uo WHEELCHAIR TIE DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT POSITIONING SIRAPS Invacare recommends that wheelchair users NOT be transported in ve
23. ace and or reposition the front casters Refer to REPLACING REPOSITIONING INSTALLING CAST ERS in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual 5 Adjust the front caster headtubes Refer to ADJUST ING CASTER HEADTUBES in PROCEDURE 5 of d this manual 6 Adjust the seat dump if desired Refer to ADJUSTING Seat to Floor THE REAR SEAT DUMP in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual 7 Adjustthe wheel locks Referto USING ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCK in PROCEDURE 7 ofthe Spyder HGURE 1 SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT owner s manual part number 1093830 DEIERMINATON 8 Adjust or replace the anti tippers Refer to INSTALL ING ADJUSTING ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACK ETS and or INSTALLING ADJUSTING THE ANTI TIP PERS in this procedure of the manual 23 lt 4 0 D J U S T M E N T 5 PROCEDURE 7 STABILITY ADJUSTMENTS NOTE The seat to floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires subtract 1 2 inch from the measurements listed below All heights are approximate to 1 4 inch due to tire wear and air pressure 16 3 4 1 SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT 20 INCH REAR WHEELS 3 CASTERS SHORT FORK STEM AXLE LUG POSITION SHORT ANTI TIPPER ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Front ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Front ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING n BRACKET POSITION Front 24 STABILITY ADJUSTMENTS PROCEDURE 7 NOTE
24. aised or lowered by chang ing the caster size fork stem length rear wheel size or axle mounting plate adjustments the caster angle needs to be checked to maintain a 90 angle between the caster headtube and the ground floor Caster headtubes that are perpendicular to the floor will roll better track straighter and minimize any 3 wheeling of the wheelchair Caster Headtube Place the wheelchair on a flat surface 2 Position a large right triangle or L square on the flat surface and against the caster headtube 3 Position the caster headtube flat against the right tri angle or L square 4 Examine the headtube to determine whether it is per pendicular to the floor as shown in DETAIL A of FIG URE 3 PERPENDICULAR Proceed to STEP 10 NOT PERPENDICULAR Proceed to STEP 5 5 Remove the fork stem nut and slide the fork out of the caster headtube L Square Flat Surface DO NOT add more than 3 8 of wash ers to the fork stem Otherwise injury or Locknut Caster damage may occur Headtube 6 Add or remove washers to from the fork stem ADDING WASHERS raises the headtube REMOVING WASHERS lowers the headtube 7 Insert the fork stem into the headtube 8 Loosely install the fork stem nut Fork Stem If the headtube is not perpendicular to the ground floor with washers added DO NOT use The rear wheel height MUST be cue adjusted Refer
25. any removable detachable parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair Anti tippers MUST BE attached at all times Inasmuch as the ANTI TIPPERS are an option N E R A L omz rmo co on this wheelchair You may order with or without the anti tippers Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti tippers as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user ALWAYS wear 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 TIRE PRESSURE DO NOT use wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure p s i DO NOT overinflate the tires Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm Replacement of a pneumatic tire or tube MUST be performed by a qualified technician WEIGHT LIMITATION The Invacare Spyder has a weight limitation of 250 Ibs 113 5 kg lt 4 0 5 P E T 0 N PROCEDURE 2 SAFETY INSPECTION This Procedure includes the following NOTE Every six 6 months the wheelchair should be Safety Inspection Checklist serviced and thoroughly inspected by a qualified techni cian Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and Troubleshooting enhance the smooth opera
26. as tomers Invacare recommends that elas tomers be replaced once a year other wise the performance of the wheelchair may be affected NOTE The performance of the wheelchair will be affected if elastomers ARE NOT the same on BOTH SIDES of the wheelchair NOTE If elastomers squeak lubricate the ends of the elastomers and the shaft of the mounting bolt that se cures the elastomers to the suspension tube with a sili cone based lubricant REPLACING FRONT ELASTOMERS FIGURE 1 Ensure the detent ball protrudes past the fork BEFORE use DETAIL C Otherwise injury or damage may occur 1 Perform one 1 of the following A SPYDER BEFORE 8 2000 Remove the de tent pin securing the fork to the fork stem DE TAIL A B SPYDER AFTER 8 2000 Remove the locknut and bolt securing the fork to the fork stem DE TAIL A 2 Remove the EXISTING elastomer from the fork DE 3 Position of the NEW elastomer into the fork stem recess and the other end into the fork recess DETAIL A NOTE Ensure the ends of the elastomer sit flush in the fork and fork stem recesses 4 Hold and squeeze the fork and fork stem together DETAIL B 34 SUSPENSION 5 Perform one 1 of the following SPYDER BEFORE 8 2000 Insert the detent pin through the mounting holes in the fork to se cure the elastomer to the fork B SPYDER AFTER 8 2000 Insertthe boltthrough the mounting h
27. be repositioned BEFORE using the wheelchair Referto STABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 ofthis manual for additional requirements Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 REAR WHEELS 3 Remove the locknuts and upper and lower bolts that secure the axle mounting plate to the wheelchair frame 4 Reposition the axle mounting plate to the desired po sition along the wheelchair frame NOTE Make sure the two 2 axle mounting brackets are mounted in the corresponding mounting holes other wise a three 3 wheel situation will occur 5 Secure the axle mounting plate to the wheelchair frame by performing the following A __Installthe shorter bolts in the upper mounting holes of the axle mounting plate B Install the longer bolts in the lower mounting holes of the axle mounting plate 6 Repeat STEPS 2 5 for opposite side of the wheelchair 7 Reinstall the rear wheels onto the wheelchair 8 Adjust the wheel locks Refer to REPLACING AD JUSTING THE WHEEL LOCK in the Spyder owner s manual Part Number 1093830 9 Adjust the anti tipper mounting brackets Refer to IN STALLING ADJUSTING ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKETS in PROCEDURE 7 of the manual 10 Adjustthe anti tippers Refer to INSTALLING ADJUST ING ANTI TIPPERS in PROCEDURE 7 of the manual Locknuts FIGURE 4 ADJ USING WHEELBASE LENGTH HANDRIMS I
28. ck release cord from knot to 1 4 inch 8 Burnendofexcess back release cord to prevent fray ing 9 Adjust back release cord to desired tightness Refer to ADJUSTING BACK RELEASE CORD in this pro cedure of the manual 10 Reinstall back cushion if necessary Installing Back Release Cord with Back System 1 Press the star wheel DOWN to ensure cord lock is open 2 Thread one 1 end of back release cord through the cord lock NOTE Ensure there are equal portions of back release cord on either side of the cord lock 3 Press the star wheel UP to lock the cord lock 4 Examine one 1 back cane to determine whether eyelets are installed 5 Perform one 1 of the following EYELETS ARE INSTALLED Proceed to STEP 9 B EYELETS ARE NOT INSTALLED Proceed to STEP 6 6 Remove the lower back cane nut PROCEDURE 3 NOTE DO NOT remove the lower back cane bolt 7 Position the eyelet onto the lower back cane bolt as shown in FIGURE 4 NOTE Eyelet should bend towards the inside of the wheel chair frame 8 Install lower back cane nut onto lower back cane bolt 9 Thread one 1 end of the back release cord through an eyelet on the back cane as shown in FIGURE 4 10 Perform the following steps to secure the back re lease cord to the back release latch DETAIL B A Threadthe end ofthe back release cord from STEP 9 through back release latch from the inside of the wheelchair to the outside of the whee
29. eel bearings are clean and free of moisture CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced TIRES Inspect for flat spots and wear If pneumatic tires check for proper inflation CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced CLEANING Clean upholstery and armrests Inspect axles are free from dirt lint and debris NOTE Refer to the Spyder Owner s Manual part number 1093830 for adjustment procedures not in this manual 8 SAFETY INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHAIR CHAIR SLUGGISH VEERS VEERS TURNOR RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE CASTER FLUTTERS SQUEAKS LOOSENESS AND IN CHAIR RATTLES CHAIR 3WHEELS SOLUTIONS X Check tires for correct and equal pressure Check for loose stem nuts Check spokes nipples X Check caster headtube angle Check that rear wheels are equally spaced away from seat frame Procedure 6 lt 4 0 2 2 MAINTENANCE TRANSPORTING As with any vehicle the wheels and tires Maintenance Safety Precautions y should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced 5 Check wheels and tires periodically for cracks and wear E 2M n pis a pea pd c Ifdamaged have them replaced by a qualified technician hardware is tightened securely other
30. elchair is equipped with urethane tires subtract 1 2 inch from the measurements listed below All heights are approximate to 1 4 inch due to tire wear and air pressure 19 INCH SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT CONTINUED 19 INCH SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT WITH 26 INCH REAR WHEELS AND 6 INCH CASTERS ONLY If wheelchair is equipped with anti tippers DO NOT mount axle mounting plate in the forwardmost least stable position Anti tippers will not provide protection in this posi tion 26 INCH REAR WHEELS 6 INCH CASTERS LONG FORK STEM AXLE LUG POSITION LONG ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING Spacer BRACKET POSITION Composite Urethane Casters ONLY LONG FORK STEM ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Spacer fo o A V Center LONG FORK STEM ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION H Spacer Front 30 STABILITY ADJUSTMENTS PROCEDURE 7 NOTE The seat to floor heights are based on pneumatic tires and pneumatic tires with flat free inserts If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tires subtract 1 2 inch from the measurements listed below All heights are approximate to 1 4 inch due to tire wear and air pressure 20 INCH SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT 24 INCH 559 OR 3SCF REAR WHEELS 8 INCH CASTERS AXLE LUG POSITION SHORT FORK STEM INSTALLING ADJ USTING ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKETS FIGURE 2 19 INCH SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT WITH 26 INCH REAR WHEELS AND 6 INCH CASTERS ONLY If wheelchair is equ
31. f the rear wheels AND if a 1 1 2 to 2 inch clearance CANNOT be acheived otherwise injury or damage may occur anti tippers DO NOT mount axle mount ing plate in the most forward least stable position Anti tippers will not provide pro tection in this position 32 STABILITY ADJUSTMENTS Installing Anti tippers 1 Refer to the charts in CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT in this procedure of the manual and the chart in FIGURE 3 to determine the proper anti tipper re quired Press and hold the rear release buttons of the anti tipper Insert the anti tipper into the opening in the anti tipper mounting bracket until the front release buttons lock into the front mounting hole Adjust the anti tipper height Refer to ADJUSTING ANTI TIPPERS in this procedure of the manual Adjusting Anti tippers 1 Refer to the charts in CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT in this procedure of the manual and the chart in FIGURE 3 to determine the proper anti tipper ad justment 4 PROCEDURE 7 Press down on the release buttons near the BOT TOM of the anti tipper While performing STEP 2 slide the anti tipper exten sion to the mounting hole determined in STEP 1 and allow the release button to lock into place Measure the distance between the bottom of the anti tipper wheel and the ground floor NOTE A 1 1 2 to2 inch clearance between the bottom of the anti tipper wheels and the floor must be maintained 5 Pe
32. f wheelchair 2 ial 5 ete NOTE Make sure the number of threads showing be s y yond the outside jam nut is the SAME for both rear wheels 13 Insertthetwo 2 NEW longer bolts from the inside of the wheelchair through the wheelchair frame and the bottom two 2 mounting holes in the NEW axle mounting plate Install the two 2 locknuts Tighten securely Install the rear wheel onto the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in the This will avoid a 3 wheeling situation 7 Check wheel locks or hill holders to ensure they en gage properly Refer to REPLACING ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCKS in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 14 15 7 yam Nut Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 Nae INSIDE OF 16 Repeat STEPS 1 15 for opposite side of the wheelchair OUTSIDE OF WHEELCHAIR NOTE Ensure both axle mounting plates are for the same WHEELC HAIR degree of camber Otherwise the performance of the Axle wheelchair will be affected Axle y Bushing 17 Ensure the wheel locks are properly adjusted Refer Mounting 4 00 to REPLACING ADJUSTING THE WHEEL LOCKS Plate FIGURE 1 ADJ USING WHEELBASE WIDTH 19 inthe Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 JJ mz PROCEDURE 6 Shorter Bolts Wheelchair Frame Upper Mounting Axle Mounting Lower Mounting Holes FIGURE 2 ADJ USTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER ADJ USTING
33. hicles of any kind while in wheelchairs As of this date the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down sysiems 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 transfened into appropriate seat ing 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 AS REGARDS RESIRAINTS SEAT POSITIONING SIRAPS IT IS THE OBLIGATION OF THE DME DEALER THERAPISTS AND OTHER HEALIHCARE PROFESSIONALS TO DETERMINE IF A SEATING POSITIONING STRAP IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY THE USER SERIOUS INJ URY CAN OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM A WHEH CHAIR N I 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS STABILITY 6 M TRE PRESSURE irm ES 7 ss ce E m 7 N SAFETY INSPEC TION CHECKLIST iiit tete RN 8 T Bl eWN HNrc eej cq EET 9 S MAINTENANCE TISANSPOLDTIBNG icit ot dette ua ttes 9 ADJUSTING IHEBACKAN GLE 10 ADJUSTING THE REAR SEAT DUMP bte Seer tid 10 ADJUSTING THE SEAT WIDTH
34. ipped with anti tippers DO NOT mount axle mount ing plate in the most forward least stable position Anti tippers will not provide pro tection in this position NOTE The position of the anti tipper mounting bracket depends on the position of the axle mounting plate on the wheelchair frame If changing wheelbase length refer to ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual BEFORE performing this procedure 1 Refer to CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT in this procedure of the manual to determine the posi tion for the anti tipper mounting brackets 31 ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION LONG ANTI TIPPER Center ANTI TIPPER MOUNTING BRACKET POSITION Center 2 Refer to DETAILS A or B in FIGURE 2 to deter mine the location of the anti tipper mounting bracket in relation to the axle mounting plate NOTE The location determined in STEPS 1 2 may over lap the axle mounting plate installation location Use the axle mounting plate hardware to mount the anti tipper mounting brackets if necessary If necessary remove the lower locknut s and bolt s securing the axle mounting plate to the wheelchair frame 4 Alignthe anti tipper mounting bracket with the mount ing holes on the inside of the wheelchair frame in the location determined in STEPS 1 2 NOTE The anti tipper mounting bracket should fit flush With the wheelchair frame 5 Secure the anti tipper mounting bracket to the wheel
35. l for additional requirements Review STABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 of this manual 2 Remove the bolt axle spacers and locknut that se cure the front caster to the fork 3 Remove the existing front caster from the fork 4 Perform one 1 of the following A IF REPLACING CASTERS WITH THE SAME SIZE CASTERS Note mounting position of EXIST ING front caster for installation of NEW front caster B IF REPOSITIONING CASTERS OR REPLAC ING CASTERS WITH DIFFERENT SIZE CASTERS Refer to CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual to determine caster position needed for the desired front seat to floor height 5 Install NEW casters or reposition casters and reverse STEP 1 NOTE If replacing casters with different size casters than what was onginally on the wheelchair the caster height MUST be adjusted to keep the wheelchair frame parallel to the floor Refer to ADJUSTING CASTER HEADTUBES in this procedure of the manual NOTE Only Suspension suspension Fork fork shown for clarity Casters remove install Bolt in the same Bee Avia manner for all forks Axle Spacer Caster FIGURE 1 REPLACING REPOSITIONING INSTALLING FRONT CASTER ASSEMBLIES PROCEDURE 5 INSTALLING REPLACING FORKS FIGURE 2 1 Remove the existing caster from the fork Refer to REPLACING REPOSITIONING INSTALLING FRONT CASTERS in this procedure of the manual 2 Remove the headtube cap Remove locknut and washer
36. lchair B Knotthe end of the back release cord C Pull knot up and over back release cord to make aloop D Push knot down and through back release cord loop E Graspand hold knot end of back release cord Pullthe back release cord to tighten the knot 11 Repeat STEPS 4 10 for the other end of the back release cord 12 Trim excess back release cord from knot to 1 4 inch 13 Burn end of excess back release cord to prevent fray ing 14 Adjust back release cord to desired tightness Refer to ADJUSTING BACK RELEASE CORD in this pro cedure of the manual 15 Install back system onto back canes Refer to back system owner s manual for installation procedures Adjusting Back Release Cord NOTE The back release cord may be adjusted to a tight or loose fit to meet the need of the user 1 Pressthe star wheel DOWN to open the cord lock 2 Adjustthe back release cord to the desired tension 3 Pressthe star wheel UP to lock the cord lock 13 PROCEDURE 3 DETAIL A CORD LOCK Star Wheel Cord Lock Back Release Cord DETAIL BACK RELEASE LATCH INSIDE OF OUTSIDE WHEELC HAIR OF Back Release HAIR Cord m N STEPS Back Helease P ae Latch Knot Back Release Cord Loop Knot Back Release Cord Loop SEATING SYSTEM iw RIGHT Back Cane Lower Cane Nut INSIDE OF lo UTSIDE WHEELC HAIR OF WHER CHAIR Lower Back Bent Portion of E
37. le back upholstery 9 Lay the front portion of the back upholstery cover on the seat upholstery 10 Adjust the slack in the back upholstery cover and then secure to the seat upholstery Removing Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery 1 Remove the back upholstery cover from the seat and back upholstery 2 Remove the back release cord Refer to REMOV ING NSTALLING ADJUSTING BACK RELEASE CORD in this procedure of the manual 3 Remove mounting screws from upper grommet holes in back upholstery 4 Slide anchor loop section and adjuster strap section of back upholstery off back canes Fastening Strap Back Upholstery Cover Fastening Straps prt Adjuster Strap Back Cane Anchor Upper P Grommet es Hole 1 pe Back Upholstery Anchor Loop Section gt Mounting ae Back Upholstery Adjuster Strap Section FIGURE 6 ADJUSIABLE TENSION BACK UPHOLSTERY 15 PROCEDURE 4 This Procedure includes the following Installing T Arm Sockets Replacing the T Arm Locking Lever After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely other wise injury or damage may result INSTALLING T ARM SOCKETS FIGURE 1 1 Remove rear wheels from wheelchair if necessary Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING REAR WHEELS in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 2 Position the
38. n the same height adjustment hole Stand behind the wheelchair and perform the following Slideanchor loop section of adjustable tension back upholstery over the LEFT back cane with the upper grommet hole facing the rear of the wheelchair B Slide adjusterstrap section of adjustable tension back upholstery over the RIGHT back cane with the up per grommet hole facing the rear of the wheelchair 4 Secure adjustable tension back upholstery to back canes with the mounting screws Torque to 20 25 in bs NOTE Clean the upholstery with warm water and mild detergent to remove superficial soil After the adjustable tension back uphol stery has been positioned to the end us ers individual needs the fastening straps MUST be securely fastened BEFORE apply ing the back upholstery cover The adjust able back should be checked whenever entering the wheelchair to ensure that the fastening straps are securely fastened PROCEDURE 3 5 Slip adjuster straps through corresponding anchor loops and adjust the back upholstery Secure with the fastening straps 6 Install back release cord Refer to REMOVING IN STALLING ADJUSTING BACK RELEASE CORD in this procedure of the manual 7 Secure the back upholstery cover fastening strap to the back of the adjustable back upholstery fastening strap 8 Flip the back upholstery cover over the adjustable back upholstery and secure the fastening straps to the front of the adjustab
39. nstalling Replacing Handrims Spoke Rear Wheels FIGURE 5 NOTE The following procedure is for all spoke rear wheel projection or non projection handrims 1 Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 WARNING Tire MUST be deflated before any disas sembly procedures are perfomed 2 Remove all air from the bar by pressing down on the pin in the center of the valve stem 21 PROCEDURE 6 3 While carefully holding the tire bar and rim strip to one side hold the phillips screws and remove the locknuts that secure the handrim to the rear wheel NOTE Note the position of the existing handrim before removing from the rim 4 Remove the existing handrim from the rim 5 Position the new handrim mounting tab with the mounting holes in the rim 6 Install one 1 of the phillips screws through the mount ing holes in the rim and projection handrim 7 While carefully holding the tire bar and rim strip to one side hold the phillips screw and securely tighten the locknut that secure the handrim to the rim 8 Repeat STEPS 6 7 for the remaining phillips screws and locknuts WARNING DO NOT inflate tire until handrim is com pletely assembled 9 Inflate tire to correct psi rating on sidewall of tire 10 Reinstall the rear wheel onto the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in the Spyder owner s manual
40. nsure safety Seat to floor heights depend on specific rear wheel size rear wheel position and front Caster size and position These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician ANTI TIPPERS Anti tippers are specific to the seat to floor height of the wheelchair Refer to the chart in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual for comect usage and adjustment If these requirements cannot be achieved DO NOT use the wheelchair Contact Invacare technical support at 1 800 832 4707 Any changes to the seat to floor height may require different ant tippers Seat to floor height If changing seat to floor height the comect anti tippers MUST be in stalled to maintain a 1 1 2 to 2 inch ground clearance Refer tb PROCEDURE 7 of this manual GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL WARNINGS Refer to PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES in the Spyder owner s manual for addi tional operating information Unless otherwise noted all service and adjustments should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied determine and establish the user s particular safety limits bending reaching and transfening activities in several combinations should be practiced in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair DO NOT use parts accessories or adapters other than those authorized by Invacare DO NOT attempt to lift a wheelchair by lifting on any removable detachable parts Lif ng by means of
41. o the ground NOT the Back Cane seat BACK ANGLE POSITIONS 85 90 p 100 FIGURE 1 ADJUSTING THE BACK ANGLE 10 DETAIL A REAR SEAT DUMP MEASURED IN INCHES Seat Rail SEAT Rear Pivot Bolt DUMP T 2 lx Front Pivot Bolt 1 1 ave 2 1 1 2 1 o o o 1 2 REMOVED INSIALLED Wheelchair Frame l AGURE 2 ADJ USING THE REAR SEAT DUMP ADJ USTING THE SEAT WIDTH The following items MUST be replaced to adjust the seat width 1 2 Folding Mechanism Refer to REPLACING THE FOLDING MECHANISM in this procedure of the manual Seat Upholstery Refer to REPLACING SEAT UP HOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 4 of the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 Back Upholstery Refer to REPLACING OPTIONAL BACK UPHOLSTERY or ADJUSTABLE BACK UP HOLSTERY in this procedure of the manual 11 PROCEDURE 3 REPLACING THE FOLDING MECHANISM FIGURE 3 NEW retaining rings MUST be used when replacing the Spyder folding mechanism Existing retaining rings may become bent during removal and may not propery se cure the folding mechanism Invacare strongly recommends using retaining ring insertion tool to install re taining rings If not properly installed the retaining rings may become bent or dam aged and injury may occur DO NOT use excessive
42. oles in the fork to secure the elas tomer to the fork Tighten locknut securely NOTE The detent pirvbolt should be inserted from the OUTSIDE ofthe wheelchair so the detent ballAocknut will beon the INSIDE of the wheelchair DETAIL F rk Recess QES Y NOT _ Detent Pin SHOWN 0 Fork 7 Stem Fork Stem Elastomer Recess DETAIL Detent Pin or Bolt DETAIL INSIDE OF OUTSIDE OF WHEELC HAIR WHEELC HAIR BEFORE 8 2000 Detent Pin Detent Ball 7 gt Fork FIGURE 1 REPLACING FRONT ELASTOMERS NOTES ZOrFWW e Yes you can Invacare Corporation www invacare com USA Technical Support One Invacare Way 800 832 4707 Elyria Ohio USA 44036 2125 800 333 6900 Invacare and Yes you can are trademarks of Invacare Corporation 2000 Invacare Corporation Form No 00 66 Part No 1097047 Rev B 1 8 2000
43. re the new back upholstery to the back canes with the two 2 phillips screws and washers Torque to 20 25 in lbs 10 Install back release cord Refer to REMOVING IN STALLING ADJUSTING BACK RELEASE CORD in this procedure of the manual Back Upholstery Midi Back Cane Phillips Washer Screw 4 Back 4 Height Phillips Screw T Adjustment Screw Tie Wrap Mounting Hole FIGURE 5 REPLACING OPTIONAL BACK UPHOLSTERY 14 ADJ USTABLE TENSION BACK UPHOLSTERY FIGURE 6 The Adjustable Tension Straps The straps can be adjusted at various levels of tension to accommodate individual end users The bottom two 2 straps can be adjusted tightly to support and or assist the extensor muscles The Back Upholstery Cover The back upholstery cover is designed for three 3 reasons 1 The first is as a modesty cover 2 The second is to keep the cushion from sliding out of the back of the wheelchair 3 The third is a sacral support depending upon how far or tight the flap is pulled under the seat cushion Installing Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery 1 Remove the existing back upholstery from the wheel chair Refer to STEPS 1 5 in REPLACING OPTIONAL BACK UPHOLSTERY in this procedure of the manual 2 Usingthe mounted back cane as a guide reinstall the loose back cane to the wheelchair frame with the ex isting allen screw and locknut NOTE The back canes must be mounted i
44. rform one 1 of the following A 1 1 2 TO 2 INCH CLEARANCE EXISTS Ad just the anti tippers on the opposite side of the wheelchair to this position B 1 1 2 TO 2 INCH CLEARANCE DOES NOT EXIST Adjust the anti tipper to the mounting hole above or below this position Repeat STEP 4 SIZE SEAT TO FLOOR PART MEASUREMENT HEIGHT NUMBER SHORT 16 s als 17 ee 17 E LONG 20 A 1093837 14 1 2 inches 1093838 MN 9 E 17 inches Size refers to the charts in CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT in this procedure of the manual Measurement is taken with the anti tipper adjusted to the top mounting hole INSTALLING Front Release Button 2 Rear Release Button OQ Anti tipper Anti tipper Front Mounting Mounting Bracket Hole Rear Mounting Hole DO NOT USE Ground 1 1 2 to 2 inch Clearance Anti tipper Extension ADJ USTING Button Top Mounting Hole Ground 1 1 2 to 2 inch Clearance FIGURE INSTALLING USTING THE ANTI TIPPERS 33 oe 0 A D J U S T M E N T 5 PROCEDURE 8 This Procedure includes the following Elastomers and Suspension Replacing Front Elastomers After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hard ware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result ELASTOMERS AND SUSPENSION Weather conditions may affect el
45. rough one 1 of the four 4 mounting positions in the angle bracket as shown in FIGURE 1 Install the locknut Tighten securely Repeat STEPS 2 4 for the opposite back cane Unfold the back Refer to FOLDING UNFOLDING FRAME ADJ USTING THE REAR SEAT DUMP FIGURE 2 Seat dump is a measurement taken at the rear of the seat from the horizontal position and is measured in inches Refer to DETAIL A of FIGURE 2 The seat dump of the Spyder can be adjusted in1 2 inch increments up to 2 1 2 inches below the front seat to floor height NOTE Adjust both rear uprights to the same position 1 Remove the bolt and locknut securing the rear up right to the wheelchair frame 2 Loosen but do not remove the front and rear pivot bolt NOTE Loosening the pivot nut allows the back angle to remain the same in relation to the ground No adjustment is necessary to the back angle when adjusting seat dump 3 Reposition the rear upright up or down and align the mounting holes in the rear upright with the mounting holes in the frame until the desired seat dump is FRAME HOLE 1 achieved Refer to the chart below SEAT DUMP REAR UPRIGHT INCHES HOLE Install the hex bolt and locknut in the mounting hole determined in STEP 3 to secure the rear upright to the wheelchair frame Tighten the front and rear pivot bolt THE BACK in PROCEDURE 5 of the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 NOTE Back angles are relative t
46. ry Locknut LONG Screw 4 J Rear Wheel Handrim Nu FIGURE 6 REPLACING NON PROJ ECTION S HANDRIMS COMPOSITE REAR WHEELS Links at an approximate 45 Angle in the same direction ce qp FIGURE 7 INSTALLING PROJ ECTION HANDRIMS COMPOSITE REAR WHEELS Projection Installing Replacing Optional Projection Handrims Composite Rear Wheels FIGURE 7 NOTE The following procedure will work for any type of composite rear wheel projection handrim 1 Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in the Spyder owner s manual part number 1093830 22 STABILITY ADJUSTMENTS PROCEDURE 7 This Procedure includes the following CHANGING SEAT TO FLOOR Seat to Floor Height Determination HEIGHT Changing Seat to Floor Height A Installing Adjusting Anti tipper Mounting Brackets BEFORE performing this procedure refer Installing Adjusting the Anti tippers to SIABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 of this manual B for additional requirements AU The lower tubing of the wheelchair frame After ANY adjustments repair or service MUST be parallel to the ground at all times Ek and BEFORE use make sure all attachment The chart in this procedure shows the PT hardware is tightened securely other combinations for ALL possible seat to floor wise injury or damage may result heights and MUST be followed otherwise or damage may occur T N
47. t Limitation STABILITY WARNINGS The seat dump back angle seating system caster size and position rear wheel size and position anti ppers as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheel chair Any change to one 1 or any combination of the nine 9 may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician ONLY Back Angle Caster Size Caster Position Rear Wheel Size Rear Wheel Position Anti Tippers Seat Dump Seat Dump Back Angle Seating System Caster Size Caster Position Rear Wheel Size Rear Wheel Position User Condition lt lt Seating System lt lt lt lt lt lt lt User Condition NOTE When changes to the left hand column occur follow across the chart and refer to the procedure to maintain the proper stability safety and handling of the wheelchair NOTE Additional adjustments may be needed according to the wheelchair type Refer to the wheelchair owner s manual for these procedures T maintain maximum stability position the rear wheels in the most rearward position on the wheelchair frame Moving the rear wheels forward WILL cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability ALWAYS ensure stability BEFORE moving the rear wheels forward TEST wheelchair BE FORE it is occupied by the end user to e
48. tion of your wheelchair To op Maintenance Transporting erate properly and safely your wheelchair must be cared for just like any other vehicle Routine maintenance will SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures INITIALLY INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT ADJUST ADJUST ADJUST _ WEEKLY _ MONTHLY PERIODICALLY GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING Wheelchair rolls straight no excessive drag or pull to one side Inspect folding front strap for wear and damage SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY PROCEDURE 3 Inspect for rips or excessive sagging Inspect fastening flaps to ensure they securely latch Inspect back release cord for wear WHEEL LOCKS Do not interfere with tires when rolling Pivot points free of wear and looseness Wheel locks easy to engage REAR WHEELS Axle plate is securely tightened Quick Quad release axles lock properly No excessive side movement or binding when lifted spun HANDRIMS PROCEDURE 6 Inspect for signs of rough edges or peeling finish X X X SPOKES Inspect for bent or broken spokes X All spokes uniformly tight X X X FRONT CASTERS PROCEDURE 5 Inspect wheel fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster caster should come to a gradual stop Loosen tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop Wh
49. ures mentioned below Remove the footrests Remove the arms Fold down the back DO NOT use the wheelchair unless it has 4 5 Foldthe wheelchair 6 7 the proper tire pressure p s i DO NO overinflate the tires Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily ham Remove the rear wheels After transporting reverse STEPS 1 6to prepare the 4 Recommended tire pressure is listed on the sidewall wheelchair for use ofthe tire 3 in 1 oil Registered trademark of American Home Products Corporation Teflon Registered trademark of 1 Du Pont De Nemours and Company 9 PROCEDURE 3 This Procedure includes the following Adjusting the Back Angle Adjusting the Rear Seat Dump Adjusting the Seat Width Replacing the Folding Mechanism Removing nstalling Adjusting Back Release Cord Replacing Optional Back Upholstery Adjustable Tension Back Upholstery After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely other wise injury or damage may result AD USTING THE BACK ANGLE FIGURE 1 BEFORE performing this procedure refer to STABILITY in PROCEDURE 1 of this manual for additional requirements Foldthe back Referto FOLDING UNFOLDING THE BACK in PROCEDURE 5 of the Spyder owners manual part number 1093830 Remove the locknut and bolt at the top of the angle bracket Reposition the bolt th
50. yelet Cane Bolt NOTE Left back cane not shown for clarity __ BACK UPHOLSTERY P Back Helease Back 8 7 b Cord Upholstery 4 T FIGURE 4 REMOVING INSTALLING ADJUSTING THE BACK RELEASE CORD ts FRAME REPLACING OPTIONAL BACK UPHOLSTERY FIGURE 5 1 Remove back release cord Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING ADJUSTING BACK RELEASE CORD in this procedure of the manual Remove the two 2 phillips screws and washers that secure the existing back upholstery to the back canes NOTE It may be necessary to pull the back upholstery up to reveal the back height adjustment screw securing the back cane to the wheelchair frame 3 Removethe back height adjustment screw and locknut that secure one 1 back cane to the wheelchair frame NOTE It is necessary to remove only one 1 back cane to replace the back upholstery 4 Pull loose back cane out of EXISTING back upholstery 5 Pullthe EXISTING back upholstery up and over the mounted back cane 6 Installtnhe NEW backupholstery over mounted back cane 7 Slideloose backcanethrough NEW back upholstery 8 Usingthe mounted back cane as a guide reinstall the loose back cane to the wheelchair frame with the ex isting back height adjustment screw and locknut NOTE For proper installation of the back upholstery the back canes MUST be mounted in the same height ad justment hole 9 Secu

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