Invacare 1080556 - Manual (Page 45)

Part No. 1080556 Rev. I 45 Solara™
This Procedure Includes the Following:
Engaging Tilt-in-Space
Adjusting Trigger Release Cables
Positioning Tilt Locking Collars
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attach-
ing hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
The back height, seat depth, back angle, seating system, tilt angle, seat height, size/
position of the rear wheels, size/position of the front casters, as well as the user
condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one (1)
or any combination of the eleven (11) may cause the wheelchair to decrease in
stability. These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician.
ENGAGING TILT-IN-SPACE (FIGURE 1)
WARNING
The Invacare Solara wheelchair MUST be operated by an Assistant when in
ANY tilted position.
ALWAYS make sure that the wheelchair is stable BEFORE using the tilt-in-
space. Rear wheels may have to be repositioned rearward depending on the
degree of tilt-in-space required. ALWAYS ensure stability BEFORE using
maximum amount of tilt-in-space. TEST wheelchair BEFORE it is occupied by
the end user to ensure safety.
ALWAYS engage both wheel locks while using the tilt-in-space.
NOTE: To lower the seat parallel with the floor, reverse the following procedure.
1. Place the wheelchair on a level surface.
2. Engage both wheel locks.
3. Inform the occupant of the wheelchair
that the wheelchair is about to be tilted
and remind them to lean back.
4. Make sure the occupant's hands and body
are clear of all pinch points.
5. Stand behind the wheelchair and grasp
both back canes firmly.
6. Pull up on the trigger release levers to
release the tilt mechanism from the tilt
slide.
7. SLOWLY, push down on the back canes
while pulling up on the trigger release
levers in a continuous motion.
8. When the seat reaches the desired angle,
SLOWLY let go of the trigger release levers.
TILT-IN-SPACE
FIGURE 1 - ENGAGING
TILT-IN-SPACE
Trigger Release Lever
Tilt
Slide
Tilt Mechanism
TILT-IN-SPACE
PROCEDURE 7 TILT-IN-SPACE