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Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Compass™SPT™ Compass SPT Limited DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference.
Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Compass™SPT™ Compass SPT Limited DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference.
Owners Manual
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... MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE) AND THE SEATING SYSTEM'S MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE). Compass™SPT™ 2 Part No 1122134 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 ...RESULT. NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are available on www.invacare.com. OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. ƽ WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS...
... MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE) AND THE SEATING SYSTEM'S MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE). Compass™SPT™ 2 Part No 1122134 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 ...RESULT. NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are available on www.invacare.com. OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. ƽ WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS...
Owners Manual
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...16 SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING 17 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...17 Stability and Balance...17 Coping With Everyday Obstacles...18 A Note to Wheelchair Assistants ...18 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward 19 Reaching and Leaning - Wheelchair with Step Tubes 20 Tipping - Wheelchair without Step Tube 21 Tipping - Front Wheel ...Tipping - Curbs: Method 1 - Front Wheel Configuration Only 22 Stairways - Mechanical ...27 Maintenance/Transporting...28 Suggested Maintenance Procedures 28 Transporting the Invacare Compass SPT 29 Compass™SPT™ 3 Part No 1122134
...16 SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING 17 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs...17 Stability and Balance...17 Coping With Everyday Obstacles...18 A Note to Wheelchair Assistants ...18 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward 19 Reaching and Leaning - Wheelchair with Step Tubes 20 Tipping - Wheelchair without Step Tube 21 Tipping - Front Wheel ...Tipping - Curbs: Method 1 - Front Wheel Configuration Only 22 Stairways - Mechanical ...27 Maintenance/Transporting...28 Suggested Maintenance Procedures 28 Transporting the Invacare Compass SPT 29 Compass™SPT™ 3 Part No 1122134
Owners Manual
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... Installing...52 Replacing ...52 SECTION 7-TILT 53 Engaging Tilt-In-Space ...53 Adjusting Trigger Release Cables ...54 14 to 20-Inch Wide Wheelchairs...54 21 to 22-Inch Wide Wheelchairs...55 SECTION 8-WHEELS 57 Installing/Replacing Six or Eight-inch Caster/Fork 57 Installing Caster/Fork ...57 Replacing Caster/Fork...57 Replacing...
... Installing...52 Replacing ...52 SECTION 7-TILT 53 Engaging Tilt-In-Space ...53 Adjusting Trigger Release Cables ...54 14 to 20-Inch Wide Wheelchairs...54 21 to 22-Inch Wide Wheelchairs...55 SECTION 8-WHEELS 57 Installing/Replacing Six or Eight-inch Caster/Fork 57 Installing Caster/Fork ...57 Replacing Caster/Fork...57 Replacing...
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... STRAP ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Part No 1122134 9 Compass™SPT™ With regards to hazards or unsafe practices which , if not avoided, will result in this equipment by the user. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of wheelchair to be replaced IMMEDIATELY.
... STRAP ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Part No 1122134 9 Compass™SPT™ With regards to hazards or unsafe practices which , if not avoided, will result in this equipment by the user. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of wheelchair to be replaced IMMEDIATELY.
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TO HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS: The Invacare Compass SPT wheelchair MUST be operated by Invacare and are specifically designed and manufactured for use in any tilt position. Compass™SPT™ 10 Part No 1122134 SPECIAL NOTES ƽ WARNING Invacare products are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by a healthcare professional or assistant when in conjunction with Invacare products.
TO HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS: The Invacare Compass SPT wheelchair MUST be operated by Invacare and are specifically designed and manufactured for use in any tilt position. Compass™SPT™ 10 Part No 1122134 SPECIAL NOTES ƽ WARNING Invacare products are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by a healthcare professional or assistant when in conjunction with Invacare products.
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Part No 1122134 13 Compass™SPT™ TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS INVACARE COMPASS SPT *OVERALL WIDTH: *OVERALL DEPTH: OVERALL HEIGHT: ANTI-TIPPERS: FOOTREST: 27½ inches (seat width + 9½-inches) 33 to 39 inches 39½ inches (seat-to-... 22 inches 15 to 22 inches Push-to-Lock, Pull-to-Lock Dual Cable Trigger Mechanism 15 to 20-inch deep wheelchairs - 45° of Tilt 21 to 22-inch deep wheelchairs - 35° of Tilt Steel 250 pounds *NOTE: 18-inch x 18-inch seating, no footrests, no anti-tippers, in reverse...
Part No 1122134 13 Compass™SPT™ TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS INVACARE COMPASS SPT *OVERALL WIDTH: *OVERALL DEPTH: OVERALL HEIGHT: ANTI-TIPPERS: FOOTREST: 27½ inches (seat width + 9½-inches) 33 to 39 inches 39½ inches (seat-to-... 22 inches 15 to 22 inches Push-to-Lock, Pull-to-Lock Dual Cable Trigger Mechanism 15 to 20-inch deep wheelchairs - 45° of Tilt 21 to 22-inch deep wheelchairs - 35° of Tilt Steel 250 pounds *NOTE: 18-inch x 18-inch seating, no footrests, no anti-tippers, in reverse...
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... have to decrease in -space (45° for 15-20-inch seat depths and 35° for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants The Invacare Compass SPT wheelchair MUST be repositioned depending on the degree of the wheelchair. BACK HEIGHT • X X X X X X X X N/A N/A N/A N/A SEAT DEPTH X • X X N/A X X X X N/A N/A N/A X BACK ANGLE X X • X X X X X X N/A N/A N/A X SEATING SYSTEM X X X • X X X X X X N/A N/A X TILT ANGLE N/A N/A X N/A • N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A X CASTER SIZE X N/A X N/A N/A • X X X N/A X X X CASTER POSITION...
... have to decrease in -space (45° for 15-20-inch seat depths and 35° for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants The Invacare Compass SPT wheelchair MUST be repositioned depending on the degree of the wheelchair. BACK HEIGHT • X X X X X X X X N/A N/A N/A N/A SEAT DEPTH X • X X N/A X X X X N/A N/A N/A X BACK ANGLE X X • X X X X X X N/A N/A N/A X SEATING SYSTEM X X X • X X X X X X N/A N/A X TILT ANGLE N/A N/A X N/A • N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A X CASTER SIZE X N/A X N/A N/A • X X X N/A X X X CASTER POSITION...
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...-in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before using the wheelchair. Side Shroud for Wheelchairs with or without the seat/chest positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat/chest positioning strap as wheelchair may order with Dual Point Arms Side Shroud for looseness before ... of the back upholstery/seating system. Part No 1122134 15 Compass™SPT™ ALWAYS verify the userʹs hand position prior to move forward in place when engaged. NEVER leave the occupied wheelchair unattended at any position, the amount of tilt MUST be ...
...-in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before using the wheelchair. Side Shroud for Wheelchairs with or without the seat/chest positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat/chest positioning strap as wheelchair may order with Dual Point Arms Side Shroud for looseness before ... of the back upholstery/seating system. Part No 1122134 15 Compass™SPT™ ALWAYS verify the userʹs hand position prior to move forward in place when engaged. NEVER leave the occupied wheelchair unattended at any position, the amount of tilt MUST be ...
Owners Manual
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... in or out of the tire. Compass™SPT™ 16 Part No 1122134 Rear Wheel Configuration Only - Turn both wheel locks. Failure to follow these suggestions may result in the upward position. Invacare wheelchairs have the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). Before... DO NOT use the spreader bar as a platform. Weight Limitation Invacare Compass SPT has a weight limit of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. When transferring to the wheelchair. DO NOT attempt to move a wheelchair between floors. Front Wheel Configuration Only - Otherwise, the warranty is ...
... in or out of the tire. Compass™SPT™ 16 Part No 1122134 Rear Wheel Configuration Only - Turn both wheel locks. Failure to follow these suggestions may result in the upward position. Invacare wheelchairs have the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). Before... DO NOT use the spreader bar as a platform. Weight Limitation Invacare Compass SPT has a weight limit of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. When transferring to the wheelchair. DO NOT attempt to move a wheelchair between floors. Front Wheel Configuration Only - Otherwise, the warranty is ...
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... the length of gravity. Use this manual. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to try what works best for the wheelchair user. Anti-tippers MUST be attached at all times. Virtually all . The Invacare Compass SPT wheelchair should be followed. This can be achieved by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it in activities that may order...
... the length of gravity. Use this manual. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to try what works best for the wheelchair user. Anti-tippers MUST be attached at all times. Virtually all . The Invacare Compass SPT wheelchair should be followed. This can be achieved by advancing the wheelchair and then reversing it in activities that may order...
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...good body mechanics. Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of the wheelchair. Keep in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair. Compass™SPT™ 18 Part No 1122134 Any change to the normal balance, the ...center of gravity and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer in...
...good body mechanics. Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of the wheelchair. Keep in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair. Compass™SPT™ 18 Part No 1122134 Any change to the normal balance, the ...center of gravity and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer in...
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...if you have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone. When learning a new assistance technique, have to lift the wheelchair by means of detachable parts such as they are extended as far forward as a weight bearing support. DO NOT use the... spreader bar for lifting or transporting the wheelchair. Forward Part No 1122134 19 Compass™SPT™ SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to move the wheelchair or as lifting supports, as armrests or legrests. FIGURE 2.2 Reaching, Leaning and...
...if you have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone. When learning a new assistance technique, have to lift the wheelchair by means of detachable parts such as they are extended as far forward as a weight bearing support. DO NOT use the... spreader bar for lifting or transporting the wheelchair. Forward Part No 1122134 19 Compass™SPT™ SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to move the wheelchair or as lifting supports, as armrests or legrests. FIGURE 2.2 Reaching, Leaning and...
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... procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.4 on page 21. Backwards Tipping - Rear Wheel Configuration Only ƽ WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without changing your sitting position. Tipping - Compass™SPT™ 20 Part No 1122134 Wheelchair with Step Tubes NOTE: For this point, the assistant will extend without assistance. At this procedure, refer to FIGURE...
... procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.4 on page 21. Backwards Tipping - Rear Wheel Configuration Only ƽ WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without changing your sitting position. Tipping - Compass™SPT™ 20 Part No 1122134 Wheelchair with Step Tubes NOTE: For this point, the assistant will extend without assistance. At this procedure, refer to FIGURE...
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... enough for the front casters to clear the edge of the wheelchair, DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to FIGURE 2.5. Wheelchair without Step Tube Part No 1122134 21 Compass™SPT™ Step Tube FIGURE 2.4 Tipping - Curbs: Method 2 - FIGURE 2.5 Tipping - Wheelchair with Step Tubes Tipping - SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING ƽ WARNING When lowering...
... enough for the front casters to clear the edge of the wheelchair, DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to FIGURE 2.5. Wheelchair without Step Tube Part No 1122134 21 Compass™SPT™ Step Tube FIGURE 2.4 Tipping - Curbs: Method 2 - FIGURE 2.5 Tipping - Wheelchair with Step Tubes Tipping - SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING ƽ WARNING When lowering...
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... securely grasp a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair. 3. Invacare recommends using the front wheel configuration. Stairways - Lifting by lifting on this procedure for the wheelchair user. Position the wheelchair as close to move an occupied wheelchair up or down a curb. DO NOT use the spreader bar...(detachable) parts. Compass™SPT™ 22 Part No 1122134 This could result in injury to the user or damage to the ground. Swivel the anti-tippers so the anti-tip wheels are towards the inside of the wheelchair, DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last ...
... securely grasp a non-removable (non-detachable) part of the wheelchair. 3. Invacare recommends using the front wheel configuration. Stairways - Lifting by lifting on this procedure for the wheelchair user. Position the wheelchair as close to move an occupied wheelchair up or down a curb. DO NOT use the spreader bar...(detachable) parts. Compass™SPT™ 22 Part No 1122134 This could result in injury to the user or damage to the ground. Swivel the anti-tippers so the anti-tip wheels are towards the inside of the wheelchair, DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last ...
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...move an occupied wheelchair up or down the stairs. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Invacare recommends using the front wheel configuration. After the wheelchair has been ...wheelchair has been rolled away from the wheelchair prior to use ONLY secure, non-detachable parts for moving the wheelchair between floors when an elevator is NOT available: 1. The wheelchair should lift the wheelchair up and over the stair and steadies the wheelchair as the first assistant places one assistant (in . 2. Part No 1122134 23 Compass™SPT...
...move an occupied wheelchair up or down the stairs. Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Invacare recommends using the front wheel configuration. After the wheelchair has been ...wheelchair has been rolled away from the wheelchair prior to use ONLY secure, non-detachable parts for moving the wheelchair between floors when an elevator is NOT available: 1. The wheelchair should lift the wheelchair up and over the stair and steadies the wheelchair as the first assistant places one assistant (in . 2. Part No 1122134 23 Compass™SPT...
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...position yourself as far back as possible along side the seat to reduce the gap distance. FIGURE 2.6 Transferring To and From Other Seats Compass™SPT™ 24 Part No 1122134 SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING Escalators ƽ WARNING DO NOT use an escalator to FIGURE 2.6. Shift body weight... to the object you are transferring onto. NOTE: This activity may occur. Engage wheel locks. Position the wheelchair as close as possible in or out of the wheelchair tipping forward. Turn both casters parallel to help prevent broken screws, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the...
...position yourself as far back as possible along side the seat to reduce the gap distance. FIGURE 2.6 Transferring To and From Other Seats Compass™SPT™ 24 Part No 1122134 SECTION 2-SAFETY/HANDLING Escalators ƽ WARNING DO NOT use an escalator to FIGURE 2.6. Shift body weight... to the object you are transferring onto. NOTE: This activity may occur. Engage wheel locks. Position the wheelchair as close as possible in or out of the wheelchair tipping forward. Turn both casters parallel to help prevent broken screws, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the...
Owners Manual
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... correct. ❑ Adjust bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to suit your personal body structure needs and preference. Inspect/Adjust Initially ❑ Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). ❑ Inspect clothing guards for bent or protruding metal. ❑ Ensure that the casters are... release lever cables and handles return when released. ❑ Inspect handrims for cracks and wear, and should be made to a stop . Part No 1122134 25 Compass™SPT™
... correct. ❑ Adjust bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to suit your personal body structure needs and preference. Inspect/Adjust Initially ❑ Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). ❑ Inspect clothing guards for bent or protruding metal. ❑ Ensure that the casters are... release lever cables and handles return when released. ❑ Inspect handrims for cracks and wear, and should be made to a stop . Part No 1122134 25 Compass™SPT™
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..., etc. ❑ Inspect seat positioning strap for proper inflation. Replace if necessary. Replace if necessary. Inspect/Adjust Weekly ❑ Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive side movement or binding when drive wheels are lifted and spun. ❑ Adjust bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably... and axle nut tension are correct.. ❑ Ensure there is no excessive drag or pull to frame is spun. Compass™SPT™ 26 Part No 1122134 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST ❑ Ensure all labels are present and legible. Ensure buckle latches.
..., etc. ❑ Inspect seat positioning strap for proper inflation. Replace if necessary. Replace if necessary. Inspect/Adjust Weekly ❑ Ensure wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive side movement or binding when drive wheels are lifted and spun. ❑ Adjust bearing system if wheel wobbles noticeably... and axle nut tension are correct.. ❑ Ensure there is no excessive drag or pull to frame is spun. Compass™SPT™ 26 Part No 1122134 SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST ❑ Ensure all labels are present and legible. Ensure buckle latches.