Page 2 - Invacare® TracerTM EX2 Wheelchair; Teflon is a registered trademark of DuPont.
Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 2 Part No 1110546 © 2013 Invacare Corporation. All rights reserved. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Trademarks are identified by ™ and ®. All trademarks are owned by or licen...
Page 5 - GENERAL; General; Symbols; See the information below for definitions of the signal words.; DANGER
1 GENERAL Part No 1110546 5 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 1 General 1.1 Symbols Warnings Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. See the information below for definitions of the signal words. DANGER ...
Page 6 - Limited Warranty
1 GENERAL Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 6 Part No 1110546 1.2 Limited Warranty PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser who purchases this product whe...
Page 7 - OVERVIEW; Overview; Label Locations; Serial Number Label located on
2 OVERVIEW Part No 1110546 7 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 2 Overview 2.1 Label Locations NE PAS utiliser sans d’abordavoir installé les antibascules. AVERTISSEMENT ! WARNING ! No. 1091552 Do not operate without the anti-tip tubes installed. Refer to the Owner’s Manualfor proper anti-tipper setti...
Page 8 - Component Identification
2 OVERVIEW Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 8 Part No 1110546 2.1 Component Identification Seat Upholstery Back Upholstery Rear Wheel Rear Wheel Axle Wheel Lock Wheelchair Frame Front Caster Handrim
Page 9 - Typical Product Parameters; Tracer EX2
2 OVERVIEW Part No 1110546 9 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 2.2 Typical Product Parameters Tracer EX2 Overall Width: Permanent Arm: 23 1 / 4 , 25 1 / 4 , 27 1 / 4 inches, Removable Arm: 24 1 / 4 , 26 1 / 4 , 28 1 / 4 inches Overall Depth (with Front Riggings) 31 7 / 8 inches Seat Width 16, 18, or ...
Page 10 - SAFETY; Safety; General Guidelines
3 SAFETY Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 10 Part No 1110546 3 Safety The safety section contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product. 3.1 General Guidelines WARNING DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and un...
Page 11 - to 2 inch ground clearance.
3 SAFETY Part No 1110546 11 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair Anti-tippers WARNING Anti-tippers are specific to the different seat-to-floor angles and/or seat-to-floor heights. Refer to the chart in this section of the manual for correct usage and adjustment. If these requirements cannot be achieve...
Page 12 - General Warnings
3 SAFETY Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 12 Part No 1110546 General Warnings Hand Grips WARNING To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before at...
Page 13 - Information for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants
3 SAFETY Part No 1110546 13 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair Information for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants Lifting Ramps, Slopes, Inclines, and Obstacles WARNING When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to use good body mechanics. Keep your back straight and bend your kne...
Page 14 - Repair and Service Information
3 SAFETY Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 14 Part No 1110546 Repair and Service Information Seat Positioning Straps WARNING Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustment should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied.After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure a...
Page 15 - Stability All Models; refer to the procedure that is checked (; The Tracer EX2 has a weight limitation of 250 pounds (114 kg).
3 SAFETY Part No 1110546 15 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair Stability All Models Weight Limitation WARNING The seat depth, size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, use of anti-tipper model, as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelcha...
Page 16 - Weight Training
3 SAFETY Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 16 Part No 1110546 Weight Training Wheel Locks Wheelchair Tie Down Restraints WARNING Invacare does not recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. Invacare wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of wei...
Page 17 - Wheelchair User; with “safety” as the most important consideration for all.; Stability and Balance; to the wheelchair and surrounding property.
3 SAFETY Part No 1110546 17 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair Wheelchair User 3.2 Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs Safety and handling of the wheelchair require the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved...
Page 18 - stability and balance.; Reaching, Leaning and Bending; possible and engage wheel locks.; Backwards
3 SAFETY Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 18 Part No 1110546 DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of the armrests. Make sure the casters are pointing in the forward position whenever you lean forward. This can be achieved by advancing the wheelchair and then reversin...
Page 19 - Coping With Everyday Obstacles; of gravity to maintain stability and balance.; Tipping; in one continuous movement onto the sidewalk. Push the wheelchair; FIGURE; Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes; Step Tube
3 SAFETY Part No 1110546 19 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping with the irritation of everyday obstacles can be alleviated somewhat by learning how to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of gravity to maintain stability and balance. Tipping When tippi...
Page 20 - the balance point and, in one continuous upward movement, the rear; Method 2 - Wheelchair Without Step Tubes; Stairways; If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing up.
3 SAFETY Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 20 Part No 1110546 The first assistant should stand on the sidewalk and turn the wheelchair so that the rear wheels are against the curb. Turn the anti-tippers so the anti-tip wheels are pointing up. The wheelchair should be tilted back to the balance point ...
Page 21 - Moving Down Stairs; Escalators
3 SAFETY Part No 1110546 21 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 6. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing down. Moving Down Stairs 1. If necessary, rotate the anti-tippers so the wheels are facing up. 2. One assistant (positioned behind the wheelchair), securely grasps a non-rem...
Page 22 - Remove or flip up the armrest. Engage wheel locks. Swing away or; Transferring To and From Other Seats; Unfolding and Folding Wheelchair; CAUTION
3 SAFETY Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 22 Part No 1110546 Position the wheelchair as close as possible alongside the seat to which you are transferring, with the front casters pointing parallel to it. Remove or flip up the armrest. Engage wheel locks. Swing away or remove front rigging. Shift bod...
Page 23 - Folding Hammock or Sling Seat Models; Press DOWN on
3 SAFETY Part No 1110546 23 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair Unfolding 1. Tilt the wheelchair toward you (raising the opposite wheel and caster off the ground/floor). 2. Place your hand on the top of the seat rail closest to you where the seat upholstery is attached. 3. Point your fingers and thumb ...
Page 24 - SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING; Safety Inspection/Troubleshooting; Safety Inspection Checklist; Inspect/Adjust Initially
4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 24 Part No 1110546 4 Safety Inspection/Troubleshooting 4.1 Safety Inspection Checklist Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: Inspect/...
Page 27 - Inspect casters for cracks and wear.; Troubleshooting; Solutions
4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No 1110546 27 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair ❑ Inspect casters for cracks and wear. ❑ Ensure that casters are free of debris. ❑ Clean upholstery and armrests with mild soap and water. ❑ Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary. 4....
Page 28 - Maintenance; Check all parts for damage or wear and replace.
4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 28 Part No 1110546 4.3 Maintenance Maintenance Safety Precautions Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Before using your wheelchair, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. 2. Check all parts for damage or wear and replace. 3. Check...
Page 29 - Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears.
4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No 1110546 29 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 6. Periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels. If loose, have them tightened by a qualified technician. 7. Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and f...
Page 30 - FRONT RIGGINGS; Front Riggings; Installing/Removing Front Riggings
5 FRONT RIGGINGS Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 30 Part No 1110546 5 Front Riggings 5.1 Installing/Removing Front Riggings Installing 1. Turn the front rigging assembly to the side. 2. Install the hinge plates on the front rigging assembly onto the hinge pins on the wheelchair frame. 3. Push the f...
Page 31 - Adjusting Footplate Height; Spring Button
5 FRONT RIGGINGS Part No 1110546 31 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 5.2 Adjusting Footplate Height Spring Button 1. Remove the front rigging assembly. Refer to Installing/Removing Front Riggings on page 30. 2. Pull the cam lock lever up to unlocked position. 3. Push in the release buttons and repos...
Page 32 - Pull the cam lock lever up to the unlocked position.
5 FRONT RIGGINGS Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 32 Part No 1110546 Bolt-In-Place 1. Remove the swingaway front rigging. Refer to Installing/Removing Front Riggings on page 30. 2. Pull the cam lock lever up to the unlocked position. 3. Using a screw driver to hold the threaded rivet in position, re...
Page 33 - Fixed Frame; Bolt and
5 FRONT RIGGINGS Part No 1110546 33 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair Fixed Frame 1. Remove impact guards and/or calf strap, if necessary. 2. Loosen, but do not remove the bolt and locknut that secure the lower footrest assembly to the upper footrest support. 3. Reposition the lower footrest assembly...
Page 34 - Replacing Heel Loop; Pull the cam lock lever up to unlocked position.
5 FRONT RIGGINGS Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 34 Part No 1110546 5.4 Replacing Heel Loop 1. Pull the cam lock lever up to unlocked position. 2. Perform one of the following:• Footplates with Spring Buttons (Detail "A"): i. Push in the release buttons and remove the footplate assembly fro...
Page 36 - ARMS; Adjusting Armrest Height; Armrest
6 ARMS Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 36 Part No 1110546 6 Arms 6.1 Adjusting Armrest Height 1. Unlock the armrest by flipping the height adjustment lever on the top front of the armrest to the up (horizontal) position. 2. Adjust the armrest to one of five positions. 3. Lock the armrest by pressin...
Page 37 - Position the armrest just above the front and rear arm sockets.; Removing/Installing Armrests; Armrest Release Button
6 ARMS Part No 1110546 37 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 6.2 Removing/Installing Armrests Removing Armrest 1. Push down on armrest to ensure it is fully seated in front and rear sockets. 2. Press in the armrest release button at the front and rear of the armrest. 3. While pressing in the armrest r...
Page 38 - SEAT AND BACK; Seat and Back; Replacing Back Upholstery
7 SEAT AND BACK Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 38 Part No 1110546 7 Seat and Back 7.1 Replacing Back Upholstery 1. Remove the eight mounting screws and washers that secure the existing back upholstery to the back canes. 2. Remove existing back upholstery from the back canes. 3. Securely tighten th...
Page 39 - Adjusting Seat Depth
7 SEAT AND BACK Part No 1110546 39 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 7.3 Adjusting Seat Depth 1. Remove the existing seat upholstery from the wheelchair. Refer to page 38. 2. Remove the two plug buttons from the ends of the crossbraces that are towards the front of the wheelchair. 3. Install the two ...
Page 40 - Adjusting the Seat Width; SEAT WIDTH; DO NOT USE
7 SEAT AND BACK Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 40 Part No 1110546 7.4 Adjusting the Seat Width Swingaway Front Riggings 1. Remove the existing back and seat upholstery from the wheelchair. Refer to Replacing Back Upholstery and Replacing Seat Upholstery on page 38. 2. Remove the four button screws...
Page 41 - Adjusting the Seat Width - Swingaway Front Riggings
7 SEAT AND BACK Part No 1110546 41 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair FIGURE 5 Adjusting the Seat Width - Swingaway Front Riggings Pivot Link (STEPS 2,7) Crossbrace (STEPS 4,5) Button Screw (STEPS 2,7) Locknut (STEPS 2,7) Wheelchair Frame Locknut (STEPS 2,7) Locknut (STEPS 3,8) Button Screw (STEPS 3...
Page 42 - DETAIL “B” - CROSSBRACE
7 SEAT AND BACK Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 42 Part No 1110546 FIGURE 6 Adjusting the Seat Width - Swingaway Front Riggings DETAIL “B” - CROSSBRACE HARDWARE (STEPS 4,5) Crossbrace Saddle Washer Wheelchair Frame DETAIL “A” Locknut Washer Coved Washers Washer Coved Washer Crossbraces Coved Wash...
Page 44 - REAR WHEELS; Rear Wheels; Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire; This procedure MUST be performed by a qualified technician.
8 REAR WHEELS Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 44 Part No 1110546 8 Rear Wheels 8.1 Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire 8.2 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels Permanent Axles WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe...
Page 46 - refer to Adjusting Quick-Release Axle on page 47.
8 REAR WHEELS Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 46 Part No 1110546 5. If the detent balls are not protruding past the inside of the axle bushing or there is too much side-to-side movement of the rear wheel assembly, refer to Adjusting Quick-Release Axle on page 47. 0 FIGURE 2 Removing/Installing Re...
Page 47 - Reinstall rear wheel onto the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/; Adjusting Quick-Release Axle
8 REAR WHEELS Part No 1110546 47 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 8.3 Adjusting Quick-Release Axle 1. Remove rear wheel and quick-release axle from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 44. 2. Depress detent pin in the quick-release axle and slide axle through the rear whe...
Page 48 - Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim; Mounting Screw
8 REAR WHEELS Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 48 Part No 1110546 8.4 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim 1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/ Installing Rear Wheels on page 44. 2. Remove the mounting screws that secure the handrim to rear wheel. 3. Remove the existing handrim. ...
Page 49 - FRONT CASTERS; Front Casters; Dust Cover
9 FRONT CASTERS Part No 1110546 49 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 9 Front Casters 9.1 Installing/Replacing Front Casters/Forks 1. Remove the dust cover. 2. Remove the locknut and nylon washer that secures the fork to the caster headtube. 3. Drop the fork assembly out of the caster headtube. 4. Sli...
Page 50 - Adjusting Forks; Locknut
9 FRONT CASTERS Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 50 Part No 1110546 9.2 Adjusting Forks 1. To properly tighten caster journal system and guard against flutter, perform the following check:A. Tip back of wheelchair to floor.B. Pivot both forks and casters to top of their arc simultaneously. C. Let ca...
Page 51 - For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Part No 1110546 51 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 10 Anti-tippers/Wheel Locks 10.1 Installing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage ma...
Page 52 - Installing Anti-Tippers; Place the wheelchair on a flat surface.
10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 52 Part No 1110546 Installing Anti-Tippers 1. Press the release buttons and insert the anti-tippers with the anti-tipper wheels pointing toward the ground/floor into the wheelchair frame tubing. 2. Ensure that the release button of the ant...
Page 53 - Adjusting the Anti-Tippers; Release Buttons
10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Part No 1110546 53 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair Adjusting the Anti-Tippers 1. Place the wheelchair on a flat surface. 2. Press the release buttons on the wheeled portion of the anti-tipper and slide it up or down to the desired adjustment hole. 3. Check to make sure t...
Page 54 - Disengage the wheel locks by reversing the directions in STEP 1.; Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks
10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 54 Part No 1110546 10.2 Using/Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel LocksUsing Patient Operated Wheel Locks 1. See Detail “A” for instructions on Push-to-Lock. Refer to Detail “B” for instructions on Pull-to-Lock. 2. Disengage the wheel locks b...
Page 55 - Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks; inch for pneumatic tires) into the tire
10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Part No 1110546 55 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks 1. Ensure the wheel lock is in the open (unlocked) position. 2. Loosen the bolt and locknut that secure the wheel lock assembly to the wheelchair frame. 3. Reposition the wheel lock...
Page 56 - DETAIL “A”
10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 56 Part No 1110546 FIGURE 4 Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks 1 / 8 inch ( 3 / 16 inch Pneumatic Tires) Wheel Lock Shoe Tire Wheel Lock Handle Rear Wheel Wheel Lock Shoe Wheel Lock Bolt and Locknut Mounting Positions DETAIL “A”
Page 57 - Refer to the following chart in FIGURE
11 SEAT-TO-FLOOR Part No 1110546 57 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 11 Seat-to-floor 11.1 Changing Seat-to-Floor Height 1. Refer to the following chart in FIGURE 1 to determine mounting positions for front casters/forks and rear wheels for the desired obtainable seat- to-floor height: 2. Remove t...
Page 58 - REAR WHEEL MOUNTING POSITIONS -; Top
11 SEAT-TO-FLOOR Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 58 Part No 1110546 8-INCH FRONT CASTERS FIGURE 1 Changing Seat-to-Floor Height SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT (IN INCHES) FRONT CASTER MOUNTING POSITION REAR WHEEL SIZE REAR WHEEL MOUNTING POSITION 17½ Top 24 inch Top 19½ Bottom 24 inch Bottom DETAIL “A” - R...
Page 59 - Installing Amputee Bracket
12 OPTIONS Part No 1110546 59 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 12 Options 12.1 Installing Amputee Bracket 1. Refer to the following chart or FIGURE 1 to determine the mounting position of the amputee bracket: 2. Install the amputee bracket on the wheelchair frame to the position determined in STEP...
Page 60 - Installing Amputee Bracket
12 OPTIONS Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 60 Part No 1110546 FIGURE 1 Installing Amputee Bracket Bracket “A” Bracket “B” Locknuts Hemi Right Hemi Left Rear View of Amputee Bracket Right Left Adult Right Axle Spacer Toward Outside of Wheelchair Adult Left Axle Spacer Toward Outside of Wheelchair ...
Page 61 - Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier
12 OPTIONS Part No 1110546 61 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 12.2 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier 1. Slide the clamp with the base attached over the end of the step tube of the wheelchair. Ensure the base is towards the inside of the wheelchair. 2. Position the base parallel to the step tube. 3...
Page 62 - Remove the bottom back upholstery screw from the wheelchair.; Installing the Seat Positioning Strap; Back Upholstery Screw
12 OPTIONS Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 62 Part No 1110546 12.3 Installing the Seat Positioning Strap 1. Remove the bottom back upholstery screw from the wheelchair. 2. Position the seat positioning strap half between the back cane and back upholstery. 3. Secure the back upholstery and seat posi...
Page 63 - Remove the existing rubber tip from the wheel lock handle (Detail “A”).; Installing the Wheel Lock Extension Handle; Detail “A”
12 OPTIONS Part No 1110546 63 Invacare® Tracer™ EX2 Wheelchair 12.4 Installing the Wheel Lock Extension Handle 1. Remove the existing rubber tip from the wheel lock handle (Detail “A”). 2. Install the extension handle over the wheel lock handle (Detail “B”). FIGURE 4 Installing the Wheel Lock Exte...