Page 2 - WARNING; WARNING
Solara™ 2 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL IF APPLICABLE BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO U...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; TABLE OF CONTENTS
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 3 Solara™ TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ............................................................................... 5 LABEL LOCATIONS .......................................................................... 6 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATI...
Page 4 - PROCEDURE 10 - RECLINER BACK OPTION
Solara™ 4 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I PROCEDURE 7 - TILT-IN-SPACE PROCEDURE 7 - TILT-IN-SPACE PROCEDURE 7 - TILT-IN-SPACE PROCEDURE 7 - TILT-IN-SPACE PROCEDURE 7 - TILT-IN-SPACE ..................................................... ..................................................... .....................
Page 5 - SPECIAL NOTES; SPECIAL NOTES
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 5 Solara™ SPECIAL NOTES WARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards orunsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TOCHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. As a manufacturer of whee...
Page 6 - LABEL LOCATIONS; LABEL LOCATIONS; HEAVY DUTY
Solara™ 6 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE ANTI-TIP TUBES INSTALLED. REV. 5/98 P/N 60106X144 Detent balls should extend beyond the diameter of the axle WARNING bushing for a positive lock. Keep detent balls clean. 1085306 ! WA...
Page 7 - TRANSPORT READY OPTION ONLY
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 7 Solara™ LABEL LOCATIONS TRANSPORT READY OPTION ONLY LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS
Page 8 - SPECIFICATIONS; SPECIFICATIONS; SPECIFICATIONS
Solara™ 8 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I INVACARE SOLARA Overall Width: Seat Width + 8-1/4-inches (Example: 16-inch Wide Wheelchair =24-1/4-inches Overall Width) Overall Depth: W/O Front RiggingsShort Frame - 29-1/2-inchesMedium Frame - 32-1/2-inchesLong Frame - 34-1/2-inches Overall Height: * Seat-to-Floo...
Page 9 - PROCEDURE 1; GENERAL GUIDELINES
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 9 Solara™ PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL GUIDELINES INFORMATION FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS/ASSISTANTS WARNING The Solara wheelchair MUST be operated by a healthcare professional orassistant when in ANY tilt position. ANTERIOR (FORWARD) TILT DO NOT operate the wheelc...
Page 10 - STABILITY - ALL MODELS EXCEPT RECLINERS; STABILITY WARNINGS; the end user to ensure safety.; STABILITY - ALL MODELS; STABILITY WARNING
Solara™ 10 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES STABILITY - ALL MODELS EXCEPT RECLINERS STABILITY WARNINGS To maintain maximum stability, position the rear wheels in the most rearwardposition in the axle mounting plate. Moving the rear wheels to any of the othermounting positions c...
Page 11 - STABILITY - RECLINER MODELS ONLY; OPERATING INFORMATION; GENERAL WARNINGS
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 11 Solara™ STABILITY - RECLINER MODELS ONLY STABILITY WARNING Before using ANY recline position of this wheelchair, make sure the rear wheels are in the MOST REARWARD position in the axle mounting plate to maintain the stability of the wheelchair. DO NOT change the handling/m...
Page 12 - the spreader bar as a weight bearing support.; WEIGHT TRAINING; WEIGHT LIMITATION
Solara™ 12 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL WARNINGS (CONTINUED) DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery/seating system. This will change your center o...
Page 13 - SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS; STABILITY AND BALANCE
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 13 Solara™ SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS “Safety and Handling” of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user aswell as the assistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and techniquesinvolved in the safe operation and maintenance of the...
Page 16 - DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance.; Step Tube; WITHOUT STEP TUBE
Solara™ 16 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES 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 17 - Roll the wheelchair backward and; SLOWLY; STAIRWAYS; wheelchair has been rolled away from the stairway.; METHOD 2 - WHEELCHAIR
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 17 Solara™ WARNING When lowering the front casters ofthe wheelchair, DO NOT let thewheelchair drop the last few inches tothe ground. This could result in injuryto the occupant and/or damage to thewheelchair. Roll the wheelchair backward and SLOWLY lower the wheelchair in one ...
Page 18 - TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER SEATS
Solara™ 18 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side the seat to which you are transferring, withthe front casters parallel to it. Remove or flip up the armrest. Engage wheel locks. Shift bodyweight into seat with transfer.During independent transfer, little or ...
Page 19 - SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST; SAFETY INSPECTION; PROCEDURE 2
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 19 Solara™ This Procedure Includes the Following:Safety Inspection ChecklistTroubleshootingMaintenance/Transporting Initially Weekly Monthly Periodically SAFETY INSPECTION SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST NOTE: Every six (6) months take your wheelchair to a qualified technician fo...
Page 20 - TROUBLESHOOTING; MAINTENANCE; MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; , or other penetrating lubricants on quick-; JUSTMENT in PROCEDURE 9; CAUTION
Solara™ 20 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I TROUBLESHOOTING Chair Chair Sluggish Squeaks Veers Veers Turn or Caster and Looseness Right Left Performance Flutter Rattles in Chair SOLUTIONS X X X Check tires for correctand equal pressure. X X X X Check for loose nutsand bolts. X X X Check that bothcasters cont...
Page 21 - TRANSPORTING THE INVACARE SOLARA; and removal of the seating system.; TRANSPORTING
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 21 Solara™ TRANSPORTING THE INVACARE SOLARA 1. Remove the seating system. Refer to the seating system Owner's Manual for installation and removal of the seating system. 2. Remove the footrests (PROCEDURE 4).3. Remove the rear wheels (PROCEDURE 8).4. Remove the armrests (PROCE...
Page 22 - Swingaway Footrest; SWINGAWAY FOOTREST; HEIGHT in this procedure of the manual.; REMOVING; FRONT RIGGINGS
Solara™ 22 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I FRONT RIGGINGS PROCEDURE 4 This Procedure Includes the Following:Installing/Removing Swingaway Footrest Adjusting Swingaway Footrest HeightAdjusting Adjustable Angle Flip-up FootplatesComposite/Articulating Footplate Heel Loop ReplacementInstalling/Removing Elevati...
Page 23 - ADJUSTING SWINGAWAY FOOTREST HEIGHT; HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT RANGES:
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 23 Solara™ ADJUSTING SWINGAWAY FOOTREST HEIGHT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT RANGES: 60° 13-17-inches 70° 13-17-inches 90° 5-8-inches 90° 5-11-inches (with 3-inch extension) NOTE: If using ANY type of extension with theADJUSTABLE FLIP-UP FOOTPLATE, refer toADJUSTABLE ANGLE FLIP-UP FOOTPL...
Page 24 - NOTE: The footplate hinge will fall to the DOWN position.; FIGURE 4 - INSTALLING ADJUSTABLE ANGLE
Solara™ 24 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I FRONT RIGGINGS INSTALLING ADJUSTABLE ANGLE FLIP-UP FOOTPLATEHINGE (FIGURE 4) 1. Position the adjustable angle flip-up footplate hinge on the footrest support tube at the desired height. 2. Position the hardware on the footrest support as shown in FIGURE 4.3. Flip t...
Page 25 - COMPOSITE/ARTICULATING FOOTPLATE HEEL LOOP; DISASSEMBLY; INSTALLING/REMOVING ELEVATING LEGREST/CALFPAD; INSTALLING
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 25 Solara™ FRONT RIGGINGS COMPOSITE/ARTICULATING FOOTPLATE HEEL LOOP REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 5) DISASSEMBLY Composite. 1. Remove the hex screw and coved spacer that secure the lower footrest assemblyto the swing away footrest assembly. 2. Remove the lower footrest assembly.3. Rem...
Page 26 - ADJUSTING THE LEGREST; lever forward with other hand.; ADJUSTING THE CALFPAD; Release Lever; FIGURE 7 - ADJUSTING THE ELEVATING LEGREST/CALFPAD ASSEMBLY
Solara™ 26 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I FRONT RIGGINGS ADJUSTING THE ELEVATING LEGREST/CALFPADASSEMBLY (FIGURE 7) ADJUSTING THE LEGREST 1. Raise legs until the desired height is obtained by lifting up on the footplate assembly.2. To reposition legrest to normal position, support leg with one (1) hand and...
Page 27 - ARMS; PROCEDURE 5
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 27 Solara™ This Procedure Includes the Following:Installing/Removing/Adjusting Dual Point ArmrestUsing/Installing/Adjusting Locking Cantilever ArmsUsing/Installing/Adjusting Non-Locking Cantilever ArmsArm Pad Replacement for Cantilever ArmsInstalling/Removing T-ArmsAdjusting ...
Page 28 - ADJUSTING ARMREST
Solara™ 28 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I ADJUSTING ARMREST 1. Unlock the armrest assembly by flipping the armrest release lever on the top front of the arm to the UP (HORIZONTAL) position as shown in DETAIL "A". 2. Adjust armrest assembly to desired height.3. Lock the armrest assembly by pressing ...
Page 29 - Actuator; INSTALLING LOCKING CANTILEVER ARMS (FIGURE 3)
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 29 Solara™ USING/INSTALLING/ADJUSTING LOCKINGCANTILEVER ARMS USING LOCKING CANTILEVER ARMS (FIGURE 2) 1. Pull the actuator of the locking mechanism towards the front of the wheelchair. 2. While holding the actuator of the locking mechanism, pull up on the cantilever arm. NOTE...
Page 30 - be used to correspond to the back angle.; FIGURE 3 - INSTALLING LOCKING CANTILEVER ARMS /; PROCEDURE 5
Solara™ 30 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I ADJUSTING LOCKING CANTILEVER ARM ANGLE(FIGURE 4) NOTE: This adjustment is recommended if the back angle has been changed. 1. Flip the cantilever arm up and out of the way.2. Remove the locknut that secures the locking pin to the arm adjustment plate.3. Refer to FIG...
Page 31 - FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING LOCKING CANTILEVER ARM ANGLE
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 31 Solara™ Arm Adjustment Plate Washer Locknut Locking Pin FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING LOCKING CANTILEVER ARM ANGLE ARMS ARMS PROCEDURE 5 ARMS Back Angle Bracket 100° Back Angle Bracket Arm Adjustment Plate 90° Back Angle Bracket 110° Back Angle Bracket 120° Arm Adjustment Plate Arm...
Page 32 - DO NOT use lap trays with non-locking cantilever arms.
Solara™ 32 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I PROCEDURE 5 ARMS USING/INSTALLING/ADJUSTING NON-LOCKINGCANTILEVER ARMS WARNING DO NOT use lap trays with non-locking cantilever arms. USING NON-LOCKING CANTILEVER ARMS (FIGURE 5) 1. Pull the end of the cantilever arm down to lower the cantilever arm. 2. Pull the en...
Page 33 - NOTE: All arm angles are relative to the back cane.
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 33 Solara™ ADJUSTING NON-LOCKING CANTILEVER ARM ANGLE (FIGURE 7) 1. Loosen the mounting screw securing the cam to the cantilever arm.2. Rotate the cam until the desired angle (DETAIL "B" of FIGURE 7) is achieved.3. Tighten the mounting screw securing the cam to the ca...
Page 34 - socket on the wheelchair frame.; FULL LENGTH ARM PADS
Solara™ 34 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I INSTALLING/REMOVING T-ARMS (FIGURE 9) INSTALLING T-ARMS 1. Position the T-arm over the T-arm socket on the wheelchair frame. NOTE: Make sure the locking lever is towards thefront of the wheelchair. 2. Slide T-arm into T-arm socket until the locking lever is in the ...
Page 35 - Tighten; - Tightening the set screws on the outside T-arm post; will make it more; 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.
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 35 Solara™ ADJUSTING T-ARM WIDTH (FIGURE 11) 1. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the arm pad to the arm tube.2. Turn the arm pad around and reposition the arm pad on the arm tube.3. Re-secure the arm pad to the arm tube with the two (2) phillips screws. Tighten ...
Page 36 - Remove the rear wheels from the wheel-; SOCKETS; secure the arm pad to the arm tube.; Desk Length Arms; DEPTH
Solara™ 36 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I ADJUSTING T-ARM SOCKETS (FIGURE 13) NOTE: Perform this procedure if the T-arm is too loose in the socket or does not easily slide up anddown in the socket. 1. Remove the rear wheels from the wheel- chair, if necessary. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in PR...
Page 37 - Socket Screws; GUARDS; in
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 37 Solara™ Socket Screws Bottom Clamp Transfer Assist Side Guard T-Arm FIGURE 14 - ADJUSTING T-ARM TRANSFER ASSISTS AND/OR SIDE GUARDS ADJUSTING T-ARM TRANSFER ASSISTS AND/OR SIDEGUARDS (FIGURE 14) 1. Remove the T-arm from the wheelchair. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING T-ARMS i...
Page 38 - PROCEDURE 6; Back Release Cord; UNFOLD; - Pick up on the back release cord and push the back towards the front
Solara™ 38 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I BACK/SEAT PROCEDURE 6 BACK/SEAT This Procedure Includes the Following:Folding/Unfolding Back AssemblyInstalling/Removing the Stroller HandlesInstalling/Removing/Adjusting the Adjustable Angle Stroller HandlesInstalling/Replacing Seat Positioning StrapsInstalling/Re...
Page 39 - back cane and stroller handle.; procedure of the manual.; FIGURE 2 - INSTALLING/REMOVING THE STROLLER HANDLES; Back Cane
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 39 Solara™ INSTALLING/REMOVING THE STROLLER HANDLES(FIGURE 2) INSTALLING 1. Remove the plug buttons from both back canes, if necessary.2. Slide the stroller handle into the back canes.3. Align the mounting holes of the stroller handle and the back canes.4. Press the button on...
Page 40 - Stroller Handle; PIN INSTALLED; Detent
Solara™ 40 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I BACK/SEAT PROCEDURE 6 BACK/SEAT FIGURE 3 - INSTALLING/REMOVING THE ADJUSTABLE ANGLE STROLLER HANDLES Stroller Handle NOTE: Plug buttons not shown for clarity. INSTALLING/REMOVING/ADJUSTING THE ADJUSTABLEANGLE STROLLER HANDLES NOTE: Adjustable angle stroller handles...
Page 41 - C. Flip release levers to the locked position.; FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING THE ADJUSTABLE ANGLE STROLLER HANDLES; LOCKED; Thumbscrew
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 41 Solara™ BACK/SEAT ADJUSTING (FIGURE 4) 1. Flip both release levers to the unlocked position.2. Adjust stroller handle to desired angle.3. Flip both release levers to the locked position.4. Push down on stroller handle to ensure release levers hold the desired position of t...
Page 42 - FIGURE 5 - INSTALLING/REPLACING SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS; ING STRAPS in this procedure of the manual.
Solara™ 42 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I BACK/SEAT FIGURE 5 - INSTALLING/REPLACING SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS Seat Positioning Strap Hex Screw Locknut Back Plate Back Cane Coved Spacers INSTALLING/REPLACING SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS(FIGURE 5) INSTALLING 1. Remove the hex screw and locknut that secures the back...
Page 44 - FLUSH MOUNT SEAT PAN; - Position the cushion with the flap toward the REAR of the; DROP MOUNT SEAT PAN; - Position the cushion with the flap toward the FRONT of
Solara™ 44 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I BACK/SEAT BACK/SEAT INSTALLING THE SEAT CUSHION (FIGURE 8) WARNING The seat cushion IS NOT designed for use in the treatment of pressure sores or byindividuals at risk of developing pressure sores.Your therapist and physician should be consulted if you have any que...
Page 45 - Trigger Release Lever; PROCEDURE 7
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 45 Solara™ This Procedure Includes the Following:Engaging Tilt-in-SpaceAdjusting Trigger Release CablesPositioning Tilt Locking Collars WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attach-ing hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury ...
Page 46 - ADJUSTING TRIGGER RELEASE CABLES (FIGURE 2); NOTE: If the cable is too loose, the tilt mechanism will not work.
Solara™ 46 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I TILT-IN-SPACE PROCEDURE 7 ADJUSTING TRIGGER RELEASE CABLES (FIGURE 2) NOTE: This procedure applies to tilt-in-space release cables ONLY. WARNING DO NOT adjust the trigger release cables while the cables are coiled up. Theadjustment will be too tight when the cable ...
Page 47 - POSITIONING TILT LOCKING COLLARS; in this procedure; FIGURE 3 - ADJUSTING UPPER
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 47 Solara™ POSITIONING TILT LOCKING COLLARS WARNING Anterior (forward) tilt is a feature of this wheelchair designed for the USE OFA HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL or ASSISTANT ONLY. Engagement of theanterior (forward) tilt must NEVER be performed by the wheelchair user.When anterio...
Page 48 - ADJUSTING LOWER TILT LOCKING COLLAR (FIGURE 4); FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING LOWER TILT LOCKING COLLAR
Solara™ 48 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I ADJUSTING LOWER TILT LOCKING COLLAR (FIGURE 4) NOTE: This procedure limits the amount of tilt the wheelchair may have. If adjusting the angle the wheelchairreturns to, refer to ADJUSTING UPPER TILT LOCKING COLLAR in this procedure of the manual. 1. Loosen the two (...
Page 49 - INSTALLING/REMOVING REAR WHEELS; the center of the rear wheel.; If the locking pins of the quick-release; REMOVING REAR WHEELS -
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 49 Solara™ This Procedure Includes the Following:Installing/Removing Rear WheelsAdjusting the Quick-Release AxleSeat-to-Floor Height AdjustmentAdjusting Forks WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attach-ing hardware is tightened secur...
Page 50 - PROCEDURE 8
Solara™ 50 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I WHEELS/FORKS PROCEDURE 8 PERMANENT AXLE (FIGURE 2) NOTE: To remove rear wheels, reverse thisprocedure. 1. Remove the permanent axles from the packaged container. 2. Install permanent axle through the rear wheel and axle plate. 3. Securely tighten the wheel to the w...
Page 51 - ately rest in a straight downward position).; FIGURE 4 - ADJUSTING FORKS; Dust Cover
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 51 Solara™ SEAT-TO-FLOOR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT WARNING Repositioning the axle plates (seat-to-floor height) MUST be performed by aqualified technician. ADJUSTING FORKS (FIGURE 4) 1. Remove the dust cover from the caster headtube.2. To properly tighten caster journal system and gu...
Page 52 - PROCEDURE 9; wheel lock assembly to the wheelchair frame.; WHEEL LOCK SHOE; and the; REAR WHEEL; engage the rear wheels enough to hold the wheelchair.; FOOT ACTIVATED WHEEL LOCK
Solara™ 52 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I WHEEL LOCKS/ANTI-TIPPERS PROCEDURE 9 Socket Screws This Procedure Includes the Following:Wheel Lock AdjustmentUsing the Wheel LocksInstalling/Adjusting Anti-Tippers WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attach-ing hardware i...
Page 53 - USING THE WHEEL LOCKS; OR 22 INCH WHEELS ONLY
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 53 Solara™ USING THE WHEEL LOCKS FOOT ACTIVATED WHEEL LOCKS - 12-INCH WHEELS ONLY(FIGURE 2) 1. To engage, push DOWN on crossbar lever of wheel lock assembly.2. To disengage, lift UP on crossbar lever. FIGURE 2 - FOOT ACTIVATED WHEEL LOCKS - 12-INCH WHEELS ONLY FRONT WHEEL LOC...
Page 54 - until the locking buttons lock in place as shown in FIGURE 3.; ADJUSTING; facing UP as shown in FIGURE 3.; ANTI-TIPPER FACING DOWN
Solara™ 54 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 2. Press the release buttons IN and install the anti-tippers with the wheels facing DOWN until the locking buttons lock in place as shown in FIGURE 3. NOTE: Except for low seat-to-floor heights, ALL anti-tippers will install with the wheels facing DOWN. 3. Adjust t...
Page 55 - RECLINER BACK OPTION
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 55 Solara™ This Procedure Includes the Following:Recliner OperationReplacing Back/Headrest UpholsteryAdjusting The Recliner CablesReplacing The Recliner CableReplacing The Gas CylindersAdjusting The Gas Cylinders WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use...
Page 56 - Allow the back to recline to the desired angle.; RETURNING TO UPRIGHT POSITION -; Pull up and push the stroller handle; FIGURE 1 - RECLINER OPERATION; Back
Solara™ 56 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I RECLINER BACK OPTION PROCEDURE 10 WARNING (CONTINUED) ALWAYS return the back to the upright position before lifting the wheelchair.Make sure occupant's hands and body are clear of all pinch points before reclin-ing back. Pinch points exist between spreader bar and ...
Page 57 - BACK UPHOLSTERY; ADJUSTING THE RECLINER CABLES
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 57 Solara™ REPLACING BACK/HEADREST UPHOLSTERY (FIGURE 2) BACK UPHOLSTERY 1. Remove the ten (10) phillips screws and washers that secure the back upholstery to the back canes. 2. Remove existing back upholstery from back canes.3. Install new back upholstery onto the back canes...
Page 58 - REMOVING EXISTING RECLINER CABLES; cable is
Solara™ 58 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I REPLACING THE RECLINER CABLES (FIGURE 3) NOTE: For ease of assembly, replace one (1) recliner cable at a time. REMOVING EXISTING RECLINER CABLES 1. Cut the tie wraps that secure the recliner cable to the back cane.2. Remove the mounting screw and the locknut that s...
Page 59 - FIGURE 3 - REPLACING THE RECLINER CABLES; Install the end of the
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 59 Solara™ FIGURE 3 - REPLACING THE RECLINER CABLES Locknut DETAIL "A" Recline Trigger Release Lever Cable Locking Nut Recliner Cable Cable Locking Collar Fitting Cable Locking Nut Actuator Housing Tie Wraps Mounting Screw Back Cane DETAIL "C" Adjustable Angle...
Page 60 - Actuator Housing
Solara™ 60 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I REPLACING THE GAS CYLINDERS (FIGURE 4) WARNING Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and adjusted properly BEFORE usingthe recliner. DO NOT operate the recliner if only one (1) of the gas cylindersis operational or adjusted properly. 1. Loosen the jam nut on the r...
Page 61 - FIGURE 4 - REPLACING THE GAS CYLINDERS; section of the manual.; Spacer
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 61 Solara™ FIGURE 4 - REPLACING THE GAS CYLINDERS RECLINER BACK OPTION 7. Squeeze the trigger release lever that controls the EXISTING gas cylinder (the gas cylinder that has NOT been removed). 8. While squeezing the trigger, raise OR lower the recliner back until the mountin...
Page 62 - Action; NECESSARY; PERFORMING ADJUSTMENTS
Solara™ 62 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I ADJUSTING THE GAS CYLINDERS (FIGURE 5) WARNING Both gas cylinders MUST be operational and adjusted properly BEFORE usingthe recliner. DO NOT operate the recliner if only one (1) of the gas cylinders isoperational or adjusted properly. DETERMINING NECESSARY ADJUSTME...
Page 63 - CLOCKWISE; - Turning the cable adjusting nut clockwise will; tighten; the recliner; COUNTERCLOCKWISE; - Turning the cable adjusting nut counterclockwise will; loosen; Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the LEFT handle of the recliner cable.
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 63 Solara™ WARNING DO NOT over tighten the adjusting nut on the recliner cable. Overtightening theadjusting nut on the recliner cable WILL actuate the gas cylinder, possibly causing injury. A. CLOCKWISE - Turning the cable adjusting nut clockwise will tighten the recliner cab...
Page 64 - CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE OPTION; Owner’s Manual supplied with the wheelchair.; CONTRACTURE
Solara™ 64 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE OPTION PROCEDURE 11 This Procedure Includes the Following:Installing The Contracture Footplate AssemblyContracture Assembly Angle AdjustmentUsing The Optional Quick-Release PinAngle Adjustment of the Contracture FootplateContracture Footplate ...
Page 65 - DETAIL “A”
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 65 Solara™ Shoulder Screw Seat Frame (Rear) Bearing Housing Allen Screw Spacer Link Bracket Lower Seat Frame Base Frame Locknut Locknut Seat Frame DETAIL “A” 14. Slide the outer tube over the insert tube as shown in DETAIL “B” of FIGURE 1.15. Align the brace supports of the l...
Page 66 - FORWARD MOUNT; INSTALLING THE; CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE
Solara™ 66 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I INSTALLING THE CONTRACTURE ASSEMBLY - FORWARD MOUNT(FIGURE 2) NOTE: The number of mounting positions on the contracture assembly may vary due to the width of thewheelchair. 1. Align the mounting holes of the outer tube with the mounting holes of the insert tube of ...
Page 67 - CONTRACTURE ASSEMBLY ANGLE ADJUSTMENT; BILATERAL CONTRACTURE -
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 67 Solara™ CONTRACTURE ASSEMBLY ANGLE ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 4) 1. Perform one (1) of the following: A. BILATERAL CONTRACTURE - Remove the mounting screw and locknut used to lock the angle adjustment of the contracture assembly. B. CONTRACTURE PLATFORM - Remove the two (2) hex sc...
Page 68 - DOWN to achieve desired angle.
Solara™ 68 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I ANGLE ADJUSTMENT OF THE CONTRACTUREFOOTPLATE (FIGURE 6) 1. Loosen, but DO NOT, remove the two (2) flat screws, washers and locknuts thatsecure contracture footplate to thefootplate hinge. 2. Tilt the contracture footplate UP/ DOWN to achieve desired angle. 3. Retig...
Page 69 - footplate bracket to the contracture support.; CONTRACTURE PLATFORM; ture platform to the upper support.; FIGURE 8 - CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT; BILATERAL CONTRACTURE
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 69 Solara™ CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT(FIGURE 8) BILATERAL CONTRACTURE 1. Remove the mounting screw, two (2) coved washers, washer and locknut that secure the footplate bracket to the contracture support. 2. Move the footplate bracket UP/DOWN to achieve desired he...
Page 70 - the contracture footplate.; FIGURE 9 - REPLACING THE CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE HEEL LOOP; Contracture Footplate
Solara™ 70 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I REPLACING THE CONTRACTURE FOOTPLATE HEEL LOOP(FIGURE 9) NOTE: This procedure applies to the bilateral contracture footplate only. 1. Tilt the contracture footplate forward to gain access to the mounting screws that secure the heel loop to the underside of the contr...
Page 71 - TRANSPORT READY OPTION; TRANSPORT READY OPTION
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 71 Solara™ This Procedure Includes the Following:Compliance InformationSecuring the Wheelchair to the VehicleSecuring the Occupant WARNING Contact Invacare Corporation (800-333-6900) with any questions about usingthis wheelchair for seating in a motor vehicle.When feasible, w...
Page 72 - COMPLIANCE INFORMATION; SECURING THE WHEELCHAIR TO THE VEHICLE; POSITIONING THE WHEELCHAIR IN THE VEHICLE; HHT; TOP VIEW; FCZ
Solara™ 72 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I TRANSPORT READY OPTION TRANSPORT READY OPTION PROCEDURE 12 COMPLIANCE INFORMATION This wheelchair conforms with the requirements of the ANSI/RESNA WC/Vol.1 - Section19.5.3 (Frontal Impact Test). NOTE: ANSI = American National Standards InstituteRESNA= Rehabilitatio...
Page 73 - NOTES; REAR; Bracket; SECURING THE WHEELCHAIR; SECURING THE OCCUPANT; Brackets
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 73 Solara™ NOTES REAR Tie-Down Bracket Tie-Down Bracket SECURING THE WHEELCHAIR WARNING Ensure quick-release pins are engaged through bearing housings and tilt slides. This wheelchair is to be used only with Wheelchair Tie-down and Occupant RestraintSystems (WTORS) that have ...
Page 75 - RATING; Excellent; SEATING SYSTEM; Preferred Zone; SIDE VIEW
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 75 Solara™ VEHICLE-ANCHORED BELTS (FIGURE 3) This wheelchair has an overall rating of “C” with regard to accommodating the use and fit ofvehicle-anchored belts. This rating is scored as follows: RATING DESCRIPTION A Excellent B Good C Fair D Poor The test for Lateral Stabilit...
Page 76 - DO POSITION BELTS INSIDE OF
Solara™ 76 Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 1. The pelvic belt should be worn low across the front of the pelvis.2. Position the upper torso belt(s) over the shoulders.3. The belt(s) should not be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts, including but not limited to wheelchair armrests or w...
Page 79 - LIMITED WARRANTY; WARRANTY
Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 79 Solara™ 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 lega...