Page 2 - WARNING
Orbit ™ 2 Part No. 1073955 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: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTAND...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No. 1073955 3 Orbit™ TABLE OF CONTENTS REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ............................................................... 6SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 9LABEL LOCATION ...........................................
Page 6 - REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT; Complete and mail the form on the next page; protected as required by applicable laws and regulations.
REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT Orbit™ 6 Part No. 1073955 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT The benefits of registering:1. Safeguard your investment.2. Ensure long term maintenance and servicing of your purchase.3. Receive updates with product information, maintenance tips, and industry news.4. Invacare can contact you o...
Page 7 - PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM; Cut Along Line
Part No. 1073955 7 Orbit ™ Name _______________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________ City ___________________ State/Province __________ Zip/Postal Code ________ Email ___________________________________ Phone No. ______...
Page 8 - Fold
Orbit ™ 8 Part No. 1073955 Fold here Fold here Cut Along Line Invacare Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing
Page 9 - SPECIAL NOTES; NOTICE; THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO; SIGNAL WORD
SPECIAL NOTES Part No. 1073955 9 Orbit ™ 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 ...
Page 10 - LABEL LOCATION; Standard Labels
LABEL LOCATION Orbit ™ 10 Part No. 1073955 LABEL LOCATION Standard Labels WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI-TIP TUBES INSTALLED. REV. 5/98 P/N 60106X144 Refer to Owner's Manualfor proper anti-tippersetting. 1085379 WARNING NOTE: Seat removed for clarity. WEIGHT CAPACITY 150 LBS. (68 kg...
Page 11 - Wheelchairs with TRRO; Seat
LABEL LOCATION Part No. 1073955 11 Orbit ™ Wheelchairs with TRRO P/N 1120033 REV B - 08/05 Refer to attached TRANSPORT READY OPTION Instruction Card and wheelchair Owner's Manual before use. NOTE: Seat removed for clarity.
Page 12 - TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS; ORBIT
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Orbit ™ 12 Part No. 1073955 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS *NOTE: Invacare recommends that rear seat ‐ to ‐ floor height be at least 3/8 inch shorter than front seat ‐ to ‐ floor height. Otherwise a forward seat dump can occur. T...
Page 13 - SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES; operation and use of this product.; Information for Healthcare Professionals/Assistants
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1073955 13 Orbit ™ 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...
Page 14 - Operating Information
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Orbit ™ 14 Part No. 1073955 Anti-Tippers Anti ‐ tippers MUST be attached at all times. Inasmuch as the anti ‐ tippers are an option on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the anti ‐ tippers), Invacare strongl...
Page 15 - Tire Pressure
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1073955 15 Orbit ™ 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 bet...
Page 16 - SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS; Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs; replaced immediately.
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Orbit ™ 16 Part No. 1073955 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 ...
Page 17 - Coping With Everyday Obstacles
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1073955 17 Orbit ™ 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 gravi...
Page 18 - Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward; Reaching, Leaning and Bending; Reaching and Leaning Backwards; Reaching and Leaning; Tipping
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Orbit ™ 18 Part No. 1073955 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 ...
Page 19 - Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes; When lowering the front casters of the; Method 1 - Wheelchair With; Method 2 - Wheelchair Without Step Tubes; Method 2 - Wheelchair
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1073955 19 Orbit ™ Method 1 - Wheelchair With Step Tubes NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.3. Place foot on the step tube and begin to tilt the wheelchair toward you. Apply a continuous downward...
Page 20 - Stairways; For
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Orbit ™ 20 Part No. 1073955 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 occupant and/or damage to the wheelchair. Roll the wheelchair bac...
Page 21 - Escalators; Transferring To and From Other Seats; Transferring To and From
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1073955 21 Orbit ™ 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 as...
Page 22 - SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING; Safety Inspection Checklist; Inspect/Adjust Initially; CAUTION
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Orbit ™ 22 Part No. 1073955 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 cleani...
Page 23 - Inspect/Adjust Weekly
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No. 1073955 23 Orbit ™ ❑ Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling. ❑ Inspect axle assembly for proper tension by spinning caster. Caster should come to a gradual stop. ❑ Adjust front caster...
Page 24 - Inspect/Adjust Periodically
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Orbit ™ 24 Part No. 1073955 ❑ Check that the wheel lock pivot points are free of wear and looseness. ❑ Inspect seat and back for loose or broken hardware. ❑ Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs ...
Page 25 - Troubleshooting; Maintenance Safety Precautions; hardware is tightened securely.
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No. 1073955 25 Orbit ™ Troubleshooting Maintenance Maintenance Safety Precautions WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. CAUTION DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to...
Page 26 - explode and cause bodily harm.
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Orbit ™ 26 Part No. 1073955 WARNING DO NOT use the 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. 5. If tires are pneu...
Page 27 - SECTION 4—ASSEMBLY
SECTION 4—ASSEMBLY Part No. 1073955 27 Orbit ™ SECTION 4—ASSEMBLY WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Assembling/Disassembling the Removable Orbit Wheelchair NOTE: For this ...
Page 28 - in a moving vehicle of any type.
SECTION 4—ASSEMBLY Orbit ™ 28 Part No. 1073955 WARNING The locking pins MUST be protruding past the top of the seat plate assembly for a positive lock.Keep locking pins clean. 10. Push in on the tip of the quick ‐ release pin and reinstall in the seat/base frame plate ...
Page 29 - Assembling/Disassembling the Removable Orbit Wheelchair
SECTION 4—ASSEMBLY Part No. 1073955 29 Orbit ™ FIGURE 4.1 Assembling/Disassembling the Removable Orbit Wheelchair Locking Channel Seat Frame Base Frame Base Frame Plate Locking Button Locking Buttons Engage Here Seat Frame Plate DETAIL “A” - SECTIONAL OF SEAT FRAME AND BASE FRAME ASSEMBLED (WITHOUT ...
Page 30 - SECTION 5—FRONT RIGGINGS; Installing/Removing Front Riggings; Installing Front Riggings; Installing/Removing Front; Removing Front Riggings
SECTION 5—FRONT RIGGINGS Orbit ™ 30 Part No. 1073955 SECTION 5—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 procedu...
Page 31 - Adjusting Pivot Slide Tube Height; Adjusting Footplate Height; Adjusting Footplate Height (70° MFX and 90° Footrests Only)
SECTION 5—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No. 1073955 31 Orbit ™ Adjusting Footplate Height NOTE: Release the footrest locking mechanism and lift the mounting pin out of the mounting tube. Lay the assembly on a flat surface to simplify this procedure. Adjustin...
Page 32 - DO NOT overtighten. Footrest must be; to vertical position.; Installing 3-Inch Extension
SECTION 5—FRONT RIGGINGS Orbit ™ 32 Part No. 1073955 WARNING DO NOT overtighten. Footrest must be able to rotate upward from the horizon- tal to vertical position. 4. Reinstall the mounting screw through the mounting holes of the footplate and footrest support. 5. Secure ...
Page 33 - Installing Elevating Legrest; Adjusting Elevating Legrest
SECTION 5—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No. 1073955 33 Orbit ™ Installing Elevating Legrest NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.5. 1. Insert the pivot tube into the legrest support and secure it with the bolt and nut. 2. Place legrest on the outside ...
Page 34 - When determining the angle of the; Installing Adjustable Angle; Adjusting Depth on Adjustable Angle Flip-Up
SECTION 5—FRONT RIGGINGS Orbit ™ 34 Part No. 1073955 Installing/Adjusting the 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. NOTE: For this procedure, refe...
Page 35 - Angle Flip-up Footplate; Bilateral Contracture Platform Procedures; avoid hitting protruding objects when using this wheelchair.; Installing Bilateral Contracture Platform
SECTION 5—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No. 1073955 35 Orbit ™ FIGURE 5.8 Adjusting Depth on Adjustable Angle Flip-Up - Adjusting Angle on Adjustable Angle Flip-up Footplate Adjusting Perpendicular and/or Inversion/Eversion Adjustable Angle Flip-up Footplate NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGU...
Page 36 - Removing Bilateral Contracture Platform; Bilateral Contracture; Adjusting Height of Bilateral Contracture Platform
SECTION 5—FRONT RIGGINGS Orbit ™ 36 Part No. 1073955 4. Secure the bilateral contracture platform to the seat frame in the mounting position shown in FIGURE 5.10 with the mounting screws and washers provided. Securely tighten. 5. Adjust the bilate...
Page 37 - Adjusting Bilateral Contracture Platform Angle; Replacing Sector Block
SECTION 5—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No. 1073955 37 Orbit ™ FIGURE 5.11 Adjusting Height of Bilateral Contracture Platform Adjusting Bilateral Contracture Platform Angle 1. Remove the two mounting screws and locknuts that secure the upper support of the bilateral contracture ...
Page 38 - Installing/Removing Telescoping Front Frame Tubes
SECTION 5—FRONT RIGGINGS Orbit ™ 38 Part No. 1073955 FIGURE 5.12 Replacing Sector Block Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Telescoping Front Frame Tubes NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.13 on page 39. Installing/Removing Telescoping Front Frame Tubes 1. If necessary, ...
Page 39 - Optional Footrest Accessories; Replacing Heel Loop; Composite Footplates; Replacing Heel Loop - Composite Footplates
SECTION 5—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No. 1073955 39 Orbit ™ FIGURE 5.13 Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Telescoping Front Frame Tubes Optional Footrest Accessories Replacing Heel Loop Composite Footplates NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.14. 1. Remove the mounting screw and...
Page 40 - Adjustable Footplate
SECTION 5—FRONT RIGGINGS Orbit ™ 40 Part No. 1073955 Adjustable Footplate NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.15. 1. Remove the four mounting screws and washers that secure the existing heel loop to the footplate. 2. Position the mounting holes...
Page 41 - SECTION 6—ARMS; Installing the T-Arm Sockets
SECTION 6—ARMS Part No. 1073955 41 Orbit ™ SECTION 6—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. Installing the T-Arm Sockets NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE ...
Page 43 - Adjusting T-Arm Height
SECTION 6—ARMS Part No. 1073955 43 Orbit ™ Adjusting the T-Arms Adjusting T-Arm Height NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.3. 1. Unlock the T ‐ arm by flipping the T ‐ arm release lever towards the inside of the wheelchair. NOTE: If necessary, pu...
Page 44 - Adjusting T-Arm Depth
SECTION 6—ARMS Orbit ™ 44 Part No. 1073955 2. Rotate the arm pad 180 o and reposition the arm pad on the arm tube. 3. Re ‐ secure the arm pad to the arm tube with the two mounting screws. Securely tighten. 4. Repeat STEPS 1 ‐ 3 for the ...
Page 45 - Adjusting T-Arm Sockets
SECTION 6—ARMS Part No. 1073955 45 Orbit ™ FIGURE 6.5 Adjusting the T-Arms - Adjusting T-Arm Depth Adjusting T-Arm Sockets NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.6. 1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on p...
Page 46 - Adjusting the Transfer Assists and/or Side Guards
SECTION 6—ARMS Orbit ™ 46 Part No. 1073955 FIGURE 6.6 Adjusting the T-Arms - Adjusting T-Arm Sockets Adjusting the Transfer Assists and/or Side Guards NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.7 on page 47. 1. Remove the T ‐ arm from the wheelchair. Refer to Insta...
Page 47 - Replacing the T-Arm Locking Lever
SECTION 6—ARMS Part No. 1073955 47 Orbit ™ 4. Re ‐ secure the side guard to the bottom clamp with the two bottom mounting screws. Securely tighten. 5. Install the T ‐ arm onto the wheelchair. Refer to Installing/Removing the T ‐ arms on page 42....
Page 48 - Using/Installing/Adjusting Cantilever Arms; Using Catilever Arms
SECTION 6—ARMS Orbit ™ 48 Part No. 1073955 WARNING DO NOT over tighten the locknut that secures the locking lever to the bottom bracket. Over tightening this locknut will prevent the locking lever from operating properly, possibly causing injury. 7. Install the phillips bolt and tighten ...
Page 49 - Installing/Removing/Adjusting Catilever Arms
SECTION 6—ARMS Part No. 1073955 49 Orbit ™ Installing/Removing/Adjusting Catilever Arms NOTE: To remove, reverse this procedure. NOTE: When removing the locknuts and washers from the cantilever arm assembly, leave the top mounting screw, coved washers ...
Page 50 - mechanism to prevent parts from springing out of the armrest.
SECTION 6—ARMS Orbit ™ 50 Part No. 1073955 Replacing/Repositioning the Locking Mechanism in the Cantilever Arm NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.10 on page 50. CAUTION The locking mechanism is spring loaded. Place your free hand over the locking mechanism to prevent parts...
Page 51 - Adjustment; Replacing and Adjusting Arm Pad Depth for Cantilever Arms
SECTION 6—ARMS Part No. 1073955 51 Orbit ™ Replacing and Adjusting Arm Pad Depth for Cantilever Arms NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.11. Adjustment 1. Remove the mounting screw from the rear of the armrest pad and self ‐ taping screw if full le...
Page 52 - SECTION 7—SEAT AND BACK; Replacing the Locking Mechanism in the Back Cane; Replacing the Locking Mechanism in the Back Cane
SECTION 7—SEAT AND BACK Orbit ™ 52 Part No. 1073955 SECTION 7—SEAT AND 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. NOTE: The procedures in this section of the manua...
Page 53 - Installing Fixed Height Stroller Handles; Installing Adjustable Angle Stroller Handles
SECTION 7—SEAT AND BACK Part No. 1073955 53 Orbit ™ Installing Fixed Height Stroller Handles NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.2. 1. Remove the back cane grip and plug button from the back cane. 2. Slide the stroller handle into the back cane...
Page 54 - Removing Adjustable Angle Stroller Handles; Handles; Adjusting Adjustable Angle Stroller Handles
SECTION 7—SEAT AND BACK Orbit ™ 54 Part No. 1073955 Removing Adjustable Angle Stroller Handles 1. Remove the two mounting screws that secure the adjustable height stroller handle to the back canes. 2. Remove the adjustable angle stroller handle from the ...
Page 55 - Removing/Installing the Spreader Bar
SECTION 7—SEAT AND BACK Part No. 1073955 55 Orbit ™ FIGURE 7.4 Adjusting Adjustable Angle Stroller Handles Removing/Installing the Spreader Bar NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.5 on page 56. NOTE: For removing and installing the spreader bar on the re...
Page 56 - down properly. Tighten hardware until snug.; Folding/Unfolding the Back Canes; Folding/Unfolding the Back
SECTION 7—SEAT AND BACK Orbit ™ 56 Part No. 1073955 CAUTION When reattaching back assembly, DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN! Back will not fold down properly. Tighten hardware until snug. 10. Reattach back assembly to the back angle bracket with the existing mounting screws, spacers, ...
Page 57 - Installing/Removing a Seating System; Removing; Removing/Installing the Seat Pan
SECTION 7—SEAT AND BACK Part No. 1073955 57 Orbit ™ Installing/Removing a Seating System NOTE: If a seating system is being used on the wheelchair, refer to your particular seating system manufacturer ʹ s Owner ʹ s Manual for installation and removal o...
Page 58 - SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS; Replacing/Installing Front Caster Assemblies; Replacing/Installing Front Caster Assemblies
SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS Orbit ™ 58 Part No. 1073955 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. CAUTION DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. Damag...
Page 59 - may result in injury to the user.; Replacing Front Fork
SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS Part No. 1073955 59 Orbit ™ Replacing Front Fork NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.2. 1. Remove the front caster assemblies from the wheelchair. Refer to Replacing/Installing Front Caster Assemblies on page 58. 2. Remove t...
Page 60 - Adjusting Caster Headtubes
SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS Orbit ™ 60 Part No. 1073955 Adjusting Caster Headtubes NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.3. NOTE: Caster headtubes that are perpendicular to the floor will roll better, track straighter and minimize any ʺ 3 ‐ wheeling ʺ ...
Page 61 - SECTION 9—REAR WHEELS; Removing/Installing Rear Wheels
SECTION 9—REAR WHEELS Part No. 1073955 61 Orbit ™ SECTION 9—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 NOTE: For this procedure, ref...
Page 62 - Adjusting the Quick-Release Axle; Make sure the detent pin and locking; Adjusting the Quick-Release
SECTION 9—REAR WHEELS Orbit ™ 62 Part No. 1073955 FIGURE 9.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels Adjusting the Quick-Release Axle NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.2. 1. Remove rear wheel and quick ‐ release axle from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installi...
Page 63 - Replacing Handrims; Non-Projection Handrims; Removing Non-Projection Handrims; before operating the wheelchair.; Replacing Handrims - Non-Projection Handrims; Projection Handrims
SECTION 9—REAR WHEELS Part No. 1073955 63 Orbit ™ Replacing Handrims Non-Projection Handrims NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.3. NOTE: The following procedures will work for any type of projection handrim. Removing Non-Projection Handrims 1. Remove rear...
Page 64 - Installing Projection Handrims; Replacing Handrims - Projection Handrims
SECTION 9—REAR WHEELS Orbit ™ 64 Part No. 1073955 Installing Projection Handrims 1. If necessary, remove rear wheels from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing Rear Wheels on page 61. 2. If necessary, remove the existing handrim from the rear whee...
Page 65 - Foot Activated Wheel Lock Procedures; Installing/Removing Foot Activated Wheel Locks
SECTION 10—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Part No. 1073955 65 Orbit ™ SECTION 10—ANTI-TIPPERS/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. Foot Activated Wheel Lock Procedures NOTE...
Page 66 - Hand Activated Wheel Lock Procedures; Installing/Removing Hand Activated Wheel Locks; Installing/Removing Hand
SECTION 10—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Orbit ™ 66 Part No. 1073955 FIGURE 10.1 Foot Activated Wheel Lock Procedures Hand Activated Wheel Lock Procedures Installing/Removing Hand Activated Wheel Locks NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.3 on page 67. 1. Remove the foot a...
Page 67 - Hand Activated Wheel Lock; Adjusting the Wheel Lock
SECTION 10—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Part No. 1073955 67 Orbit ™ Engaging/Disengaging Hand Activated Wheel Locks NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.3. 1. Push handle forward away from tire to engage wheel locks. 2. Pull handle back toward tire to di...
Page 68 - Anti-tippers MUST be fully engaged and; Installing Anti-Tippers
SECTION 10—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Orbit ™ 68 Part No. 1073955 FIGURE 10.4 Adjusting the Wheel Lock Installing Anti-Tippers NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.5. NOTE: A 1/2 ‐ inch clearance between the bottom of the anti ‐ tipper wheels and the floor...
Page 69 - Adjusting Anti-Tippers
SECTION 10—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Part No. 1073955 69 Orbit ™ Adjusting Anti-Tippers NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.6. NOTE: The anti ‐ tippers must maintain a 1 ‐ 1/2 to 2 ‐ inch clearance between the bottom of the anti ‐ tipper wheels a...
Page 70 - SECTION 11—RECLINER; assistance to avoid injury.
SECTION 11—RECLINER Orbit ™ 70 Part No. 1073955 SECTION 11—RECLINER WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Engaging Tilt-In-Space WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service a...
Page 72 - Operating Recliner
SECTION 11—RECLINER Orbit ™ 72 Part No. 1073955 FIGURE 11.1 Engaging Tilt-In-Space Operating Recliner WARNING Pinch Points exist between spreader bar and gas cylinders. Use caution, otherwise injury may occur. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 11.2 on page 73. 1. Make sur...
Page 73 - Adjusting Limit Stops of the Tilt Mechanism
SECTION 11—RECLINER Part No. 1073955 73 Orbit ™ 7. When the back reaches desired angle, slowly release the handles of the recliner cable assemblies. 8. To return the back to the full upright position, reverse the above steps keeping in mind ...
Page 74 - Contact a healthcare professional or; Adjusting Limit Stops of the; Replacing Upholstery (Recliner Models Only); Replacing the Back Upholstery
SECTION 11—RECLINER Orbit ™ 74 Part No. 1073955 Adjusting Posterior (Rearward) Limit Stops NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 11.3 WARNING Contact a healthcare professional or assistant for allowable tilt angles that are suitable for the occupant. 1. Engage both wheel locks....
Page 75 - Adjusting the Back Height - Recliner Models Only
SECTION 11—RECLINER Part No. 1073955 75 Orbit ™ FIGURE 11.4 Replacing Upholstery (Recliner Models Only) Adjusting the Back Height - Recliner Models Only NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 11.5. 1. If necessary, remove the rear wheels. Refer to Removing/Installing ...
Page 76 - SECTION 12—TRANSPORT READY OPTION
SECTION 12—TRANSPORT READY OPTION Orbit ™ 76 Part No. 1073955 SECTION 12—TRANSPORT READY OPTION WARNING Contact Invacare Corporation (800-333-6900) with any questions about using this wheelchair for seating in a motor vehicle.When feasible, wheelchair occupants should transfer into the vehicle seat ...
Page 77 - About Transport Ready Packages; Weight Limit; MODEL
SECTION 12—TRANSPORT READY OPTION Part No. 1073955 77 Orbit ™ About Transport Ready Packages TRRO includes four factory ‐ installed transport brackets and a wheelchair anchored pelvic belt. TRRO has been crash ‐ tested in accordance with ANSI/RESNA WC Vol ...
Page 78 - Securing the Wheelchair to the Vehicle; Positioning the Wheelchair in the Vehicle; adult female to about 61-inches for a tall adult male.
SECTION 12—TRANSPORT READY OPTION Orbit ™ 78 Part No. 1073955 Securing the Wheelchair to the Vehicle Positioning the Wheelchair in the Vehicle WARNING This wheelchair must be in a forward facing position during travel in a motor vehicle.The recommended clear zones for wheelchair seated occupants res...
Page 79 - Securement Points; Securing the Wheelchair
SECTION 12—TRANSPORT READY OPTION Part No. 1073955 79 Orbit ™ Securement Points FIGURE 12.1 Securement Points Securing the Wheelchair This wheelchair is to be used only with Wheelchair Tie ‐ down and Occupant Restraint Systems (WTORS) that have been installed in...
Page 80 - Securing the Occupant; Vehicle-Anchored Belts; Seating System; RATING
SECTION 12—TRANSPORT READY OPTION Orbit ™ 80 Part No. 1073955 Securing the Occupant Vehicle-Anchored Belts NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 12.2. This wheelchair has an overall rating of “B” with regard to accommodating the use and fit of vehi...
Page 81 - Positioning Belts
SECTION 12—TRANSPORT READY OPTION Part No. 1073955 81 Orbit ™ Positioning Belts WARNING The angle of the pelvic belt should be within the preferred zone of 45 to 75 degrees to the horizontal or within the optional zone of 30 to 45 degrees to the horizontal.Steeper side-view pelvic belt angles are es...
Page 82 - SECTION 13—OPTIONS; Using the Ventilator Tray
SECTION 13—OPTIONS Orbit ™ 82 Part No. 1073955 SECTION 13—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.RECLINER MODELS ONLY - If the ventilator, ventilator battery, or ventilator ...
Page 83 - LIMITED WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY Part No. 1073955 83 Orbit ™ 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 when new and unused fro...