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... Height...62 Using/Installing/Adjusting Non-Locking Cantilever Arms...64 Arm Pad Replacement for Cantilever Arms...66 9 BACK/SEAT ...67 Folding/Unfolding the Back Assembly ...67 Adjusting the Height of the Adjustable Height Back Canes...68 Adjusting the Back Angle ...68 Installing/Removing Non-Adjustable Stroller Handles ...71 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 4 Part No...
... Height...62 Using/Installing/Adjusting Non-Locking Cantilever Arms...64 Arm Pad Replacement for Cantilever Arms...66 9 BACK/SEAT ...67 Folding/Unfolding the Back Assembly ...67 Adjusting the Height of the Adjustable Height Back Canes...68 Adjusting the Back Angle ...68 Installing/Removing Non-Adjustable Stroller Handles ...71 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 4 Part No...
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... Quick-Release Axle ...86 Seat-To-Floor Height Adjustment ...87 Adjusting Forks...87 13 WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS ...88 Wheel Lock Adjustment ...88 Using the Wheel Locks ...91 Operating Hublocks ...95 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers...97 14 RECLINER BACK OPTION ...98 Recliner Operation...98 Replacing Back/Headrest Upholstery...100 Part No 1154295 5 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
... Quick-Release Axle ...86 Seat-To-Floor Height Adjustment ...87 Adjusting Forks...87 13 WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS ...88 Wheel Lock Adjustment ...88 Using the Wheel Locks ...91 Operating Hublocks ...95 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers...97 14 RECLINER BACK OPTION ...98 Recliner Operation...98 Replacing Back/Headrest Upholstery...100 Part No 1154295 5 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair
Owners Manual
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... APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS. THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 8 Part No 1154295 Product repairs shall not extend this product. coverage for the original purchaser/user. This warranty gives you specific legal rights...
... APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS. THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 8 Part No 1154295 Product repairs shall not extend this product. coverage for the original purchaser/user. This warranty gives you specific legal rights...
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P/N 1120033 REV B - 08/05 Part No 1154295 2 OVERVIEW Wheelchairs with Transport Ready Option Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 10 Refer to attached TRANSPORT READY OPTION Instruction Card and wheelchair Owner's Manual before use.
P/N 1120033 REV B - 08/05 Part No 1154295 2 OVERVIEW Wheelchairs with Transport Ready Option Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 10 Refer to attached TRANSPORT READY OPTION Instruction Card and wheelchair Owner's Manual before use.
Owners Manual
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... Guidelines ƽ WARNING DO NOT use . Contact Invacare/Carrier for use with Invacare products. otherwise, injury or damage may not provide the same level of this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with Invacare accessories. Extra caution MUST be...
... Guidelines ƽ WARNING DO NOT use . Contact Invacare/Carrier for use with Invacare products. otherwise, injury or damage may not provide the same level of this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with Invacare accessories. Extra caution MUST be...
Owners Manual
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...; WARNING When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to use good body mechanics. If loose and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. Anterior (Forward) Tilt DO NOT operate the wheelchair when the seat frame is properly positioned and ALWAYS engage both wheel locks. Verify that the handgrips ...stops in any tilt position. Engagement of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in injury to the patient and/or the assistant(s). Part No 1154295 17 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenever tipping...
...; WARNING When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to use good body mechanics. If loose and/or worn, replace IMMEDIATELY. Anterior (Forward) Tilt DO NOT operate the wheelchair when the seat frame is properly positioned and ALWAYS engage both wheel locks. Verify that the handgrips ...stops in any tilt position. Engagement of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions will result in injury to the patient and/or the assistant(s). Part No 1154295 17 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenever tipping...
Owners Manual
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...support. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 18 Part No 1154295 DO NOT attempt to ride over and cause bodily harm to you or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT use the spreader bar or stroller handles for lifting or transporting the wheelchair. NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair...or slopes slowly to lift the wheelchair by means of any removable (detachable) parts of the wheelchair may cause your wheelchair to tip over curbs or obstacles. Repair and Service Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustments should be performed while...
...support. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 18 Part No 1154295 DO NOT attempt to ride over and cause bodily harm to you or damage to the wheelchair. DO NOT use the spreader bar or stroller handles for lifting or transporting the wheelchair. NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair...or slopes slowly to lift the wheelchair by means of any removable (detachable) parts of the wheelchair may cause your wheelchair to tip over curbs or obstacles. Repair and Service Information ƽ WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustments should be performed while...
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... of the wheelchair. All Models ƽ WARNING The back height, seat depth, back angle, seating system, tilt angle, seat height, size/position of the rear wheels, size/position of the front casters, as well as the user condition directly relate to one or any combination of the eleven may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly...
... of the wheelchair. All Models ƽ WARNING The back height, seat depth, back angle, seating system, tilt angle, seat height, size/position of the rear wheels, size/position of the front casters, as well as the user condition directly relate to one or any combination of the eleven may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly...
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... Locking Pin 7 FRONT RIGGINGS Mounting Screw Washer Sector Block 7.9 Replacing Clamp on Sector Block 47 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Make sure the locking pin is facing up 3. FIGURE 9 Replacing Bolt On Sector Block Mounting Screw Washer Front Rigging Support Tube Mounting Screw Part No 1154295 Locking Pin Washer Sector Block FIGURE 10...
... Locking Pin 7 FRONT RIGGINGS Mounting Screw Washer Sector Block 7.9 Replacing Clamp on Sector Block 47 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Make sure the locking pin is facing up 3. FIGURE 9 Replacing Bolt On Sector Block Mounting Screw Washer Front Rigging Support Tube Mounting Screw Part No 1154295 Locking Pin Washer Sector Block FIGURE 10...
Owners Manual
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... the wheelchair. 5. 8 Arms 8 ARMS ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is secured before using wheelchair. otherwise injury or damage may occur. 8.1 Installing/Removing ...Installing Armrest 1. When installed, lock the armrest assembly by flipping the arm assembly release lever located on page 51. Pull up (horizontal) position (Detail "A"). 2. For adjustable height dual point armrests, adjust the height if necessary. Removing Armrest 1. Part No 1154295 49 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
... the wheelchair. 5. 8 Arms 8 ARMS ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is secured before using wheelchair. otherwise injury or damage may occur. 8.1 Installing/Removing ...Installing Armrest 1. When installed, lock the armrest assembly by flipping the arm assembly release lever located on page 51. Pull up (horizontal) position (Detail "A"). 2. For adjustable height dual point armrests, adjust the height if necessary. Removing Armrest 1. Part No 1154295 49 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair...
Owners Manual
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9 Back/Seat 9 BACK/SEAT ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before using the wheelchair. 1. Push/pull the back towards the front of wheelchair until it locks in place before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. 9.1 Folding/Unfolding ...; Fold - Pick up on the back release levers and push the back towards rear of the wheelchair. Do one of the following: • Unfold - Release Levers Part No 1154295 FIGURE 1 Folding/Unfolding the Back Assembly 67 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G...
9 Back/Seat 9 BACK/SEAT ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before using the wheelchair. 1. Push/pull the back towards the front of wheelchair until it locks in place before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. 9.1 Folding/Unfolding ...; Fold - Pick up on the back release levers and push the back towards rear of the wheelchair. Do one of the following: • Unfold - Release Levers Part No 1154295 FIGURE 1 Folding/Unfolding the Back Assembly 67 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G...
Owners Manual
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... the wheelchair frame. FIGURE 7 2. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for opposite side. Securely tighten the seat positioning strap to Installing/Replacing Seat Positioning Straps on page 72. Install the new seat positioning strap to the back plate. 2. Remove the hex screw and locknut that secures the back cane to the wheelchair. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 72 Installing/Replacing Seat Positioning Straps Part No...
... the wheelchair frame. FIGURE 7 2. Repeat STEPS 1-4 for opposite side. Securely tighten the seat positioning strap to Installing/Replacing Seat Positioning Straps on page 72. Install the new seat positioning strap to the back plate. 2. Remove the hex screw and locknut that secures the back cane to the wheelchair. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 72 Installing/Replacing Seat Positioning Straps Part No...
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... position for the chest positioning strap is compatible with this wheelchair. 2. Part No 1154295 73 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Secure the chest positioning strap to the back cane. 2. Hex Screw Back Cane Locknut Replacing Chest Positioning Strap 1. This wheelchair has been tested for installation and removal. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for opposite side. Discard existing...
... position for the chest positioning strap is compatible with this wheelchair. 2. Part No 1154295 73 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Secure the chest positioning strap to the back cane. 2. Hex Screw Back Cane Locknut Replacing Chest Positioning Strap 1. This wheelchair has been tested for installation and removal. Repeat STEPS 1-2 for opposite side. Discard existing...
Owners Manual
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... any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that the wheelchair is stable before using the tilt-in -space. To lower the seat parallel with the floor, reverse the following : A. ALWAYS ensure stability before using the tilt-in -space. Place the wheelchair on the trigger...1. ii. ALWAYS make sure all pinch points. 5. For Hand Operated Tilt (Detail "A"): i. Always engage both wheel locks while using maximum amount of tilt-in ANY tilted position. Stand behind the wheelchair and grasp both wheel locks. 3. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G...
... any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that the wheelchair is stable before using the tilt-in -space. To lower the seat parallel with the floor, reverse the following : A. ALWAYS ensure stability before using the tilt-in -space. Place the wheelchair on the trigger...1. ii. ALWAYS make sure all pinch points. 5. For Hand Operated Tilt (Detail "A"): i. Always engage both wheel locks while using maximum amount of tilt-in ANY tilted position. Stand behind the wheelchair and grasp both wheel locks. 3. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G...
Owners Manual
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... the permanent axles from the packaged container. 2. Install permanent axle through lock washer and the rear wheel and axle plate. 4. Part No 1154295 85 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Adjust the wheel locks. Apply Loctite 242 onto the threads inside the nut. 3. All other wheels will install/remove in the same manner. 5. All other rear...
... the permanent axles from the packaged container. 2. Install permanent axle through lock washer and the rear wheel and axle plate. 4. Part No 1154295 85 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Adjust the wheel locks. Apply Loctite 242 onto the threads inside the nut. 3. All other wheels will install/remove in the same manner. 5. All other rear...
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.... (Detail "A") 2. If 1.25 inch measurement is approximately 1.25 inches. Part No 1154295 89 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Slide the wheel lock bracket along the wheelchair frame until the measurement between the wheel lock shoe and the rear wheel. 3. Before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock assemblies, ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended...
.... (Detail "A") 2. If 1.25 inch measurement is approximately 1.25 inches. Part No 1154295 89 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Slide the wheel lock bracket along the wheelchair frame until the measurement between the wheel lock shoe and the rear wheel. 3. Before adjusting or replacing the wheel lock assemblies, ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended...
Owners Manual
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... the suitability of your wheelchair. Users should be wet or slick. DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is tightened securely - Part No 1154295 95 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Patient Operated Hublock 1. Turn all attaching hardware is fully open and the seat frame rails are fully seated into or out of...
... the suitability of your wheelchair. Users should be wet or slick. DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is tightened securely - Part No 1154295 95 Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair Patient Operated Hublock 1. Turn all attaching hardware is fully open and the seat frame rails are fully seated into or out of...
Owners Manual
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... NOT alter or substitute wheelchair frame parts, components, or seating systems. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 110 Part No 1154295 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION 16 Transport Ready Option ƽ WARNING Contact Invacare Corporation (800-333-6900) with any questions about using this wheelchair for seating in a motor vehicle with the factory installed seating system only. This wheelchair has been dynamically tested in...
... NOT alter or substitute wheelchair frame parts, components, or seating systems. Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair 110 Part No 1154295 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION 16 Transport Ready Option ƽ WARNING Contact Invacare Corporation (800-333-6900) with any questions about using this wheelchair for seating in a motor vehicle with the factory installed seating system only. This wheelchair has been dynamically tested in...
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... owner's manual. Seating System 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION ƽ WARNING This wheelchair has been tested for postural support in addition to occupant restraint in a motor vehicle with the factory installed seating system only. Steeper angles will reduce the tendency for a vertical gap to develop between the user and the belt due to compliance of 30 to 45 degrees to...
... owner's manual. Seating System 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION ƽ WARNING This wheelchair has been tested for postural support in addition to occupant restraint in a motor vehicle with the factory installed seating system only. Steeper angles will reduce the tendency for a vertical gap to develop between the user and the belt due to compliance of 30 to 45 degrees to...
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Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair FIGURE 5 Positioning Belts 120 Part No 1154295 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION Preferred Zone Optional Zone Side View 45°30° 75° 1. Refer to wheelchair armrests or wheels. Adjust belts as firmly as possible, being mindful of the belts. 4. ...the belt(s) are not be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts, including but not limited to FIGURE 5 for proper and improper positioning of user comfort. DO NOT position belts OUTSIDE of armrests, wheels, etc. The belt(s) should be worn low across the ...
Invacare® Solara®3G/Spree 3G Wheelchair FIGURE 5 Positioning Belts 120 Part No 1154295 16 TRANSPORT READY OPTION Preferred Zone Optional Zone Side View 45°30° 75° 1. Refer to wheelchair armrests or wheels. Adjust belts as firmly as possible, being mindful of the belts. 4. ...the belt(s) are not be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts, including but not limited to FIGURE 5 for proper and improper positioning of user comfort. DO NOT position belts OUTSIDE of armrests, wheels, etc. The belt(s) should be worn low across the ...