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Invacare Insignia User Manual

Invacare Insignia
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Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual
DEALER: This manual MUST be given to
the user of the wheelchair.
USER:
BEFORE using this wheelchair, read
this manual and save for future reference.
For more information regarding
Invacare products, parts, and services,
please visit www.invacare.com
Insignia

Table of Contents

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Invacare Insignia Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandInvacare
ModelInsignia
CategoryWheelchair
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Special Notes

Label Location

Typical Product Parameters

General Guidelines

Stability - All Models

Explains factors affecting wheelchair stability and adjustments.

Weight Training/Weight Limitation

Advises against using wheelchair for weight training and states weight limit.

Anti-Tippers

Discusses the importance and adjustment of anti-tippers for safety.

General Guidelines

Operating Information

Provides essential safety guidelines for operating the wheelchair.

Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs

Stability and Balance

Details how to maintain balance and stability during use.

Coping With Everyday Obstacles

Offers advice on navigating common obstacles safely.

Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs

A Note to Wheelchair Assistants

Guidance for individuals assisting wheelchair users.

Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward

Instructions for safe reaching and bending forward.

Reaching, Leaning Backwards

Instructions for safe reaching and bending backward.

Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs

Tipping

Procedures and warnings for safely tipping the wheelchair.

Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs

Stairways

Safety precautions and methods for navigating stairs.

Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs

Escalators

Warning against using escalators with wheelchairs.

Transferring To and From Other Seats

Steps for safely transferring between the wheelchair and other seating.

Unfolding and Folding Wheelchair

Instructions for unfolding and folding the wheelchair.

Safety Inspection/Troubleshooting

Safety Inspection Checklist

A list of checks for initial and ongoing safety inspection.

Inspect/Adjust Weekly

Weekly maintenance checks for safe operation.

Safety Inspection/Troubleshooting

Inspect/Adjust Monthly

Monthly maintenance checks for safety and performance.

Inspect/Adjust Periodically

Periodic checks for frame, hardware, and casters.

Troubleshooting

Common issues and their potential solutions.

Front Riggings

Installing/Removing Front Riggings Assembly

Procedures for attaching and detaching front rigging assemblies.

Front Riggings

Adjusting Footplate Height

Steps to adjust the height of the footplate.

Raising/Lowering Elevating Legrest Assembly

Instructions for adjusting the elevating legrest.

Front Riggings

Replacing Heel Loop

Steps to replace the heel loop on the footplate.

Arms

Removing/Installing the Armrest

Procedures for removing and installing armrests.

Adjusting Armrest Height

Steps to adjust the height of the armrest.

Arms

Using Flip Back Armrest

Guidance on operating the flip-back armrest feature.

Removing/Installing the Flip Back Arm

Procedures for removing and installing flip-back armrests.

Arms

Replacing Clothing Guards

Instructions for replacing clothing guards on armrests.

Arms

Seat and Back

Removing/Installing the Seat Upholstery

Steps for removing and installing seat upholstery.

Removing/Installing the Seat Cushion

Procedures for removing and installing the seat cushion.

Seat and Back

Removing/Installing the Back Upholstery

Steps for removing and installing back upholstery.

Seat and Back

Adjusting Back Height, Back Angle or Seat Depth

How to adjust back height, angle, or seat depth.

Adjusting Seat Width

Procedure for adjusting seat width.

Rear Wheels

Removing/Installing Rear Wheels

Steps for removing and installing rear wheels.

Rear Wheels

Adjusting Quick-Release Axle

How to adjust the quick-release axle for proper function.

Rear Wheels

Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim

Instructions for replacing the handrim.

Replacing/Repairing Rear Wheel Tire

Procedures for replacing or repairing rear wheel tires.

Front Casters

Removing/Installing Front Casters

Steps for removing and installing front casters.

Removing/Installing the Caster/Fork/Headtube Assembly

Procedures for replacing the caster assembly.

Front Casters

Replacing/Repairing Front Caster Tire/Tube

Steps for replacing or repairing front caster tires or tubes.

Adjusting Front Caster Mounting

How to adjust the front caster mounting.

Wheel Locks

Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks

Instructions for engaging and disengaging wheel locks.

Adjusting Patient-Operated Wheel Locks

Steps to adjust wheel locks for proper engagement.

Anti-Tippers

Installing/Adjusting Anti-tippers

Procedures for installing and adjusting anti-tippers for safety.

Anti-Tippers

Changing Orientation of Anti-Tip Wheels

How to change the orientation of anti-tip wheels.

Anti-Tippers

Adjusting Anti-Tippers

Fine-tuning anti-tipper height for optimal ground clearance.

Options

Installing/Removing the I.V. Holder

Procedures for installing and removing the IV holder.

Adjusting the Height of the I.V. Holder

How to adjust the height of the IV pole.

Options

Installing/Removing the O2 Holder

Procedures for installing and removing the O2 holder.

Options

Using the O2 Holder

How to properly use the O2 cylinder holder.

Cleaning the O2 Holder

Instructions for cleaning the O2 holder.

Options

Installing/Removing the IV/O2 Holder

Procedures for installing/removing the combined IV/O2 holder.

Options

Using the IV/O2 Holder

How to properly use the IV/O2 cylinder holder.

Options

Adjusting the Height of the IV Pole

Steps to adjust the height of the IV pole.

Cleaning the IV/O2 Holder

Instructions for cleaning the IV/O2 holder.

Options

Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier

Instructions for installing the crutch and cane carrier.

Installing/Removing the Seat Positioning Strap

Procedures for installing and removing the seat positioning strap.

Notes

Limited Warranty

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