Invacare Atlas - Manuals

SPECIAL NOTES Part No. 1130169 7 Atlas™ SPECIAL NOTES Signal   words   are   used   in   this   manual   and   apply   to   hazards   or   unsafe   practices   which   could   result   in   personal   injury   or   property   damage.   Refer   to   the   following   table   for   definitions   of   ...

LABEL LOCATION Atlas™ 8 Part No. 1130169 IMPORTANT NOTICE The wheel locks on this wheelchair have beenp r e - s e t a t t h e f a c t o r y t o c o m p l y w i t h t h eVeterans Administration functional Standard8320.01 of the Federal Register, paragraph3.2.4.5.3. If these wheel locks do not meetyou...

TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Part No. 1130169 9 Atlas™ TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS *NOTE:   These   heights   can   vary   ±   ¼   inch   due   to   tire   wear   and   manufacturing   tolerances. **NOTE:   Weights   based   on   18x16   inch   wide   wheelchair   with   desk   length   arms.   Weights...

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Atlas™ 10 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product. DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and ...

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1130169 11 Atlas™ DO   NOT   attempt   to   stop   a   moving   wheelchair   with   wheel   locks.   Wheel   locks   are   not   brakes. DO   NOT   tip   the   wheelchair   without   assistance. DO   NOT   use   an   escalator   to   move   a   wheelchair   betw...

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Atlas™ 12 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs Safety   and   handling   of   the   wheelchair   require   the   close   attention   of   the   wheelchair   user   as   well   as   the   assistant.   This   ...

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1130169 13 Atlas™ Proper   positioning   is   essential   for   your   safety.   When   reaching,   leaning,   or   bending   forward,   it   is   important   to   use   the   front   casters   as   a   tool   to   maintain   stability   and   balanc...

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Atlas™ 14 Part No. 1130169 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   gravit...

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1130169 15 Atlas™ WARNING When lowering the front casters of the wheelchair, DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occu- pant and/or damage to the wheelchair. Roll   the   wheelchair   fo...

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Atlas™ 16 Part No. 1130169 4. The   wheelchair   should   not   be   lowered   until   the   last   stair   has   been   negotiated   and   the   wheelchair   has   been   rolled   away   from   the   stairway. 5. If   necessary,   rotate   the   anti ‐ tippe...

SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1130169 17 Atlas™ Unfolding and Folding Wheelchair WARNING ALWAYS keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury.DO NOT place hand or fingers on the underside of the seat frame rail when opening or closing the wheelchair.DO NOT sit or t...

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Atlas™ 18 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE:   Every   six   months   or   as   necessary,   take   your   wheelchair   to   a   qualified   technician   for   a   thorough   inspection   and   servicing.   Regular   cleanin...

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Atlas™ 20 Part No. 1130169 ❑ Inspect   for   bent   frame   or   crossbraces. ❑ Check   that   wheel   locks   are   easy   to   engage. ❑ Inspect   seat   and   backs   for   rips   and   sagging. ❑ Check   that   there   is   no   excessive   side   move...

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Atlas™ 22 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing/Removing Front Riggings NOTE:   For   this   procedur...

SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No. 1130169 23 Atlas™ Adjusting Footrest Height NOTE:   For   this   procedure,   refer   to   FIGURE 4.2. 1. Loosen,   but   DO   NOT   remove,   the   screw   and   locknut   that   secures   the   lower   footrest   assembly   to   the   upper   footrest   support. 2...

SECTION 5—ARMS Atlas™ 24 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 5—ARMS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Removing/Installing Armrests (Removable Armrests Only) NOTE:   For   this   procedur...

SECTION 6—BACK Part No. 1130169 25 Atlas™ SECTION 6—BACK WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur.Remove the back for unoccupied transportation purposes only. Securely install the bac...

SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS Atlas™ 26 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Removing/Installing Rear Wheels WARNING Only a qualified technician ma...

SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS Part No. 1130169 27 Atlas™ SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Adjusting Front Caster Height WARNING Make sure both front casters...

SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS Atlas™ 28 Part No. 1130169 SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Adjusting Wheel Locks WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelcha...

SECTION 11—OPTIONS Part No. 1130169 31 Atlas™ SECTION 11—OPTIONS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing Anti-Tippers NOTE:   For   this   procedure,   refer   to   FIGUR...

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/user of our products.This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other ...