Page 2 - WARNING
Xtra™ 2 Part No 1026793 NOTE: Information in this manual applies to chairs manufactured after 08/01/04. WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. ALSO, A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES SPECIFICALLY INDICATED IN THE MANUAL. WHEELCHAIR USERS: ...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No 1026793 3 Xtra TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 9LABEL LOCATIONS ......................................................................... 10TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS .............................
Page 6 - Complete and mail the form on the next page; protected as required by applicable laws and regulations.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Xtra 6 Part No 1026793 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS ....................................... 57 Replacing/Adjusting the Wheel Locks .................................................................................................57 Replacing the Wheel Lock .....
Page 7 - PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM; Cut Along Line
Name _______________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________ City ___________________ State/Province __________ Zip/Postal Code ________ Email ___________________________________ Phone No. _________________ Invacare Model ...
Page 9 - SPECIAL NOTES; NOTICE; THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO
SPECIAL NOTES Part No 1026793 9 Xtra™ SPECIAL NOTES WARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury and/or property damage. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.WHEELCHAIR USERA...
Page 10 - LABEL LOCATIONS
LABEL LOCATIONS Manual Title 10 Part No LABEL LOCATIONS Xtra only Xtra Heavy Duty only
Page 11 - TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS; XTRA
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Compass XE™and Allegro 11 Part No 1026793 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS XTRA OVERALL WIDTH (WITH 0º CAMBER) OPEN - Seat width plus approximately 8-1/2 inches CLOSED - approximately 12 inches OVERALL DEPTH Seat depth plus 14 inches (Without Front Riggings) SEAT WIDTH 14 to 22 ...
Page 12 - SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES; operation and use of this product.; Stability
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Xtra™ 12 Part No 1026793 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 un...
Page 13 - Repair and Service Information; DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways.
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No 1026793 13 Xtra™ Repair and Service Information Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustments should be performed while the wheelchair is unoccupied. Operating Information To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching ...
Page 15 - Tire Pressure
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No 1026793 15 Xtra™ Tire Pressure DO NOT use your 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. The recommended tire pressure is list...
Page 16 - SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS; Stability and Balance; to the user, damage to the wheelchair and surrounding property.
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Xtra™ 16 Part No 1026793 SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS “Safety and Handling” of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved i...
Page 17 - age to the wheelchair and surrounding property.; Coping with Everyday Obstacles; may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair.
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No 1026793 17 Xtra™ WARNING This wheelchair has been designed to accommodate one (1) individual. If more than one (1) individual occupies the wheelchair this may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to the ...
Page 18 - Tipping; DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance.; in injury to the occupant.; Method 1 - Wheelchair with Step Tubes; Method 2 - Wheelchair without Step Tubes
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Xtra™ 18 Part No 1026793 Tipping WARNING DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. When tipping the wheelchair, an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non-removable (non-detachable) part. Inform the wheelchair occupant before tipping th...
Page 19 - Stairways; signs of wear appear, the strap MUST be replaced immediately.
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No 1026793 19 Xtra™ The first assistant should stand on the sidewalk and turn the wheelchair so that the rear wheels are against the curb. The wheelchair should be tilted back to the balance point and, in one continuous downward movement, the rear wheels...
Page 20 - wheelchair has been rolled away from the stairway.; Transferring To and From Other Seats; the wheels from moving.; CAUTION; Position the wheelchair as close as
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Xtra™ 20 Part No 1026793 3. The second assistant, with a firm hold on a non-detachable part of the framework, lifts the wheelchair up and over the stair and steadies the wheelchair as the first assistant places one (1) foot on the next stair and repeats STEP ...
Page 21 - Percentage of Weight Distribution; MUST be performed by a qualified technician; Percentage of Weight; Adjusting the Wheelbase for Stability; Adjusting the Wheelbase for
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No 1026793 21 Xtra™ Percentage of Weight Distribution WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.The seat depth, seat dump, back angle, seating system...
Page 22 - Reaching, Leaning and; them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Xtra™ 22 Part No 1026793 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.6....
Page 23 - SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING; Safety Inspection Checklists; Inspect/Adjust Initially
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No 1026793 23 Xtra™ SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Twice a year or every six (6) months, take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhanc...
Page 25 - Inspect/Adjust Monthly
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No 1026793 25 Xtra™ Inspect/Adjust Monthly ❑ Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs of wear. Ensure buckle latches. Verify hardware that attaches strap to frame is secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary. ❑ Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wob...
Page 26 - Clean quick-release axles with a Teflon; Troubleshooting; tightened, otherwise injury or damage may result.; SOLUTIONS
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Xtra 26 Part No 1026793 ❑ Clean quick-release axles with a Teflon ® lubricant. ❑ Ensure axles are free from dirt, lint, etc. ❑ Ensure roller bearings are free from dirt, lint, etc. ❑ Adjust wheel locks as tires wear. ❑ Clean and wax all parts. Troubleshoot...
Page 27 - Suggested Maintenance Procedures; explode and cause bodily harm.; cally for cracks and wear and should be replaced.; and should be replaced by a qualified technician if damaged.
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No 1026793 27 Xtra™ Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Before using your Invacare Xtra wheelchair, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear and replace. Check all parts for proper adjustment. WARNING DO NOT use WD-40...
Page 28 - SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS; Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Footrests; Swingaway Front Frame; Insert footrest mounting pin into mounting tube.; Adjusting; Securely tighten the hex screw and coved washer.
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Xtra™ 28 Part No 1026793 SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result. Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Footrests Swingaway Front Fr...
Page 29 - Adjusting 70° MFX and 90° Footrests; Remove any accessories that are attached to the footrests.; upward from the horizontal to the vertical position.; Footrests
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No 1026793 29 Xtra™ FIGURE 4.1 Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Footrests - Swingaway Front Frame Adjusting 70° MFX and 90° Footrests NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.2. 1. Remove any accessories that are attached to the footrests. 2. Remove the socket bolt,...
Page 30 - Installing Elevating Legrests; sliding the pivot tube up or down until desired height is obtained.; Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrests; • Raising - Pull back on the release
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Xtra™ 30 Part No 1026793 Installing Elevating Legrests NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.3. 1. Insert the pivot tube into the legrest support and secure it with the bolt and nut. 2. Place legrest on the outside of the wheelchair and insert the mounting pin into the...
Page 31 - Adjusting Calfpads; Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplate Hinge; Installing Adjustable Angle Flip-
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No 1026793 31 Xtra™ Adjusting Calfpads NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.5. 1. To adjust the calfpad, turn pad towards the outside of the wheelchair. 2. Slide the calfpad up or down until the desired position is obtained. 3. To secure the calfpad, turn the cal...
Page 32 - Adjusting Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplates; NOTE: Observe the angle of the footplate for reinstallation.; Angle Adjustment; Loosen, but do not remove the adjustment screw in the half clamp.
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Xtra™ 32 Part No 1026793 Adjusting Adjustable Angle Flip-Up Footplates WARNING When determining the angle of the footplates, make sure the rear of the footplates DO NOT interfere with the movement of the front casters. Otherwise, injury or damage may occur. NOTE: For this pr...
Page 33 - Heel Loop Replacement; Installing Impact Guards/Calf Strap; Installing Impact Guards/Calf
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No 1026793 33 Xtra™ Heel Loop Replacement NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.8. 1. Remove the hex screw and coved washer that secures the lower half of the footrest to the swingaway footrest assembly. 2. Remove the lower footrest assembly. 3. Remove the phillip...
Page 34 - SECTION 5—BACK; Adjusting the Back Height; bend and
SECTION 5—BACK Xtra™ 34 Part No 1026793 SECTION 5—BACK WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result. Adjusting the Back Height NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1. NOTE: The...
Page 35 - Adjusting the Back Angle; NOTE: This procedure applies to adjustable angle backs only.; angle mounting holes
SECTION 5—BACK Part No 1026793 35 Xtra™ Adjusting the Back Angle NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.2. NOTE: This procedure applies to adjustable angle backs only. NOTE: The back adjusts to four (4) positions in five 5° degree increments from 0° to 15°. 1. Remove the two (2) back angle adju...
Page 36 - Installing/Removing the Chest Positioning Strap; A. To install the chest positioning
SECTION 5—BACK Xtra™ 36 Part No 1026793 Installing/Removing the Chest Positioning Strap NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.3. 1. Remove the two (2) mounting screws and washers securing the back upholstery to the back cane. 2. Do one (1) of the following: A. To install the chest positioning ...
Page 37 - Installing the Stroller Handles; NOTE: This procedure applies to ALL stroller handles.; Installing and Removing a Seating System
SECTION 5—BACK Part No 1026793 37 Xtra™ Installing the Stroller Handles NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.4. NOTE: This procedure applies to ALL stroller handles. NOTE: Stroller handles can only be used with the 10° back cane with push handles and the straight back cane with push handles. ...
Page 38 - SECTION 6—SEAT; Folding/Unfolding the Wheelchair; Unfolding; Folding/Unfolding the Wheelchair
SECTION 6—SEAT Xtra™ 38 Part No 1026793 SECTION 6—SEAT WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result. Folding/Unfolding the Wheelchair WARNING DO NOT sit or transfer into the wheelchai...
Page 39 - Replacing Seat Upholstery; Installing/Removing Seat Positioning Strap
SECTION 6—SEAT Part No 1026793 39 Xtra™ Replacing Seat Upholstery NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.2. 1. Remove the seat cushion, if necessary, from the wheelchair. 2. Remove the phillips screws that secure the existing seat upholstery to the seat frame. NOTE: The number of phillips screw...
Page 40 - Installing Fabric Clothing Guards; Installing Fabric Clothing
SECTION 6—SEAT Xtra™ 40 Part No 1026793 NOTE: Only Hook and Loop style seat positioning strap shown. Auto style seat positioning strap attaches the same way. FIGURE 6.3 Installing/Removing Seat Positioning Strap Installing Fabric Clothing Guards NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.4. 1. Remo...
Page 41 - Installing Clothing Guards; Loosely install the washer and socket
SECTION 6—SEAT Part No 1026793 41 Xtra™ Installing Clothing Guards NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.5. 1. Position the threaded and unthreaded half clamps on inside and outside of the wheelchair frame. NOTE: Make sure the threaded half clamp is on the outside of the wheelchair frame. 2. L...
Page 42 - SECTION 7—ARMS; result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair.; Installing the Half Arm; Position the arm socket on the wheelchair frame.
SECTION 7—ARMS Xtra™ 42 Part No 1026793 SECTION 7—ARMS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result.DO NOT attempt to lift or tilt a wheelchair by using any removable (detachable) par...
Page 43 - Adjusting Half Arm Height; Remove the half arm from the arm socket.
SECTION 7—ARMS Part No 1026793 43 Xtra™ FIGURE 7.1 Installing the Half Arm Adjusting Half Arm Height NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.2. 1. Remove the half arm from the arm socket. 2. Remove the hex screw, two (2) washers and locknut mounted in the arm socket that determine the half arm h...
Page 44 - Using/Adjusting Dual Point Arms; Unlock the armrest by flipping the; Removing Armrests
SECTION 7—ARMS Xtra™ 44 Part No 1026793 Using/Adjusting Dual Point Arms WARNING Make sure the locking mechanism is secured before using the wheelchair. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.3. Adjusting Armrest Height 1. Unlock the armrest by flipping the armrest release lever on the top front...
Page 45 - Replacing Dual Point Arm Pad/Clothing Guards; Replacing Arm Pad; Replacing Dual Point Arm Pad/
SECTION 7—ARMS Part No 1026793 45 Xtra™ Replacing Dual Point Arm Pad/Clothing Guards NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.4. Replacing Arm Pad 1. Remove the phillips screws that secure the arm pad to the armrest assembly. 2. Replace arm pad and securely tighten with the existing phillips scre...
Page 46 - for opposite side of the wheelchair.; Adjusting T-Arm Height
SECTION 7—ARMS Xtra™ 46 Part No 1026793 Removing T-Arms 1. Press in on the locking lever and lift the T-arm straight up and out of the T-arm socket. NOTE: If the T-arm does not slide up and down in the T-arm socket as desired, adjust the T-arm socket. Refer to Adjusting the T-Arms on page 46. 2. Rep...
Page 47 - to move the inside T-arm post up and down.; Adjusting T-Arm Width; Turn the arm pad around and reposition the arm pad on the arm tube.
SECTION 7—ARMS Part No 1026793 47 Xtra™ • Tighten - Tightening the set screws on the outside T-arm post will make it harder to move the inside T-arm post up and down. • Loosen - Loosening the set screws on the outside T-arm post will make it easier to move the inside T-arm post up and down. 3. Lock ...
Page 48 - Adjusting T-Arm Depth
SECTION 7—ARMS Xtra™ 48 Part No 1026793 Adjusting T-Arm Depth NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.8. 1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the arm pad to the arm tube. 2. Remove the two (2) socket screws that secure the arm tube to the T-arm post. 3. Reposition the arm tube on th...
Page 49 - Adjusting T-Arm Sockets; Installing Rear Wheels on page 51.
SECTION 7—ARMS Part No 1026793 49 Xtra™ Adjusting T-Arm Sockets NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.9. 1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair, if necessary. Refer to Removing/ Installing Rear Wheels on page 51. 2. Loosen, but do not remove the four (4) hex screws and washers that secu...
Page 50 - Adjusting T-Arm Transfer Assists and/or Side Guards; positions in the side guard.
SECTION 7—ARMS Xtra™ 50 Part No 1026793 Adjusting T-Arm Transfer Assists and/or Side Guards NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.10. 1. Remove the T-arm from the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing T-Arms on page 45. 2. Remove the two (2) socket screws that secure the side guard to the b...
Page 51 - SECTION 8—WHEELS; Removing/Installing Rear Wheels; opening in the center of the rear wheel.
SECTION 8—WHEELS Part No 1026793 51 Xtra™ SECTION 8—WHEELS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result. Repairing/Replacing Pneumatic Tire/Tube WARNING Replacement of a pneumatic tir...
Page 53 - Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 51.; Adjusting Quick-Release Axles
SECTION 8—WHEELS Part No 1026793 53 Xtra™ Adjusting Quick-Release Axles NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.2. 1. Remove rear wheel and quick/quad-release axle from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 51. 2. Depress detent pin in the quick-release axle and slide ...
Page 54 - Installing Quad-Release Axles
SECTION 8—WHEELS Xtra™ 54 Part No 1026793 Installing Quad-Release Axles NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.3. 1. Remove rear wheel and the existing quick-release axle from the wheelchair. 2. Remove the existing quick-release axle from the rear wheel hub. 3. Insert the new quad-release axle ...
Page 55 - Adjusting Quad-Release Handles; Remove rear wheel and the quad-release axle from the wheelchair.; Make sure the detent pin and locking; Flip the handle of the quad-release axle; Removing the Play From the Rear Wheels; • Tighten the length adjusting screw
SECTION 8—WHEELS Part No 1026793 55 Xtra™ Adjusting Quad-Release Handles In and/or Out NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.4. 1. Remove rear wheel and the quad-release axle from the wheelchair. 2. Loosen the locking screw. 3. Make the following adjustments: A. If the quad-release handle is n...
Page 56 - Adjusting Forks; Remove the dust cover from the caster headtube.
SECTION 8—WHEELS Xtra™ 56 Part No 1026793 Adjusting Forks NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.6. 1. Remove the dust cover from the caster headtube. 2. To properly tighten caster journal system and guard against flutter, perform the following check: A. Tip back the wheelchair to floor. B. Piv...
Page 57 - Replacing/Adjusting the Wheel Locks; Replacing the Wheel Lock; Install the new wheel lock and secure with the existing hardware.; Adjusting the Wheel Lock; locks engage the wheel locks enough to hold the wheelchair.
SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS Part No 1026793 57 Xtra™ SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attachment hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may result. Replacing/Adjusting the Wheel Locks NOTE: ...
Page 58 - using the wheelchair.; Installing Anti-Tippers; Press the release buttons IN and insert; Adjusting Anti-Tippers; Press the spring button on the wheeled
SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS Xtra™ 58 Part No 1026793 Installing/Adjusting the Anti-Tippers WARNING Anti-tippers MUST be fully engaged and spring buttons fully protruding out of adjustment holes BEFORE using the wheelchair.Anit-tippers MUST be used at all times. when outdoors on wet, soft grou...
Page 59 - Installing Amputee Attachments; Note the position of the axle mounting plate.
SECTION 9—WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS Part No 1026793 59 Xtra™ Installing Amputee Attachments NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.4. 1. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 51. 2. Note the position of the axle mounting plate. NOTE: This wil...
Page 60 - LIMITED WARRANTY
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 ...
