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  • Page 1

    Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual DEALER/PROVIDER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THE WHEELCHAIR. USER: BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR, READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. ® T-3 ™ Titanium T-3 ™ Tennis Elite T-3 ™ Ten n i s Adjustable T-4 ™ Tennis Elite T-4 ™ Titanium For more information regarding Invacare[...]

  • Page 2

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 2 Part No. 1054916 SPECIAL NOTES WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDER- STAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER, TECHNICAL PERSONNEL OR INVACARE TOP END CUSTOMER SUPPORT AT (800) 532-8677 BE- FOR[...]

  • Page 3

    Part No. 1054916 3 T-3™ and T-4™ Series TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ............................................................................... 2 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS ................................................... 4 PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 [...]

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    PROCEDURE 7 - FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 - FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 - FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 - FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 - FOOTREST ............................................................ ............................................................ ............................................................ ....................................................[...]

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    Name _______________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________ City ____________________ State/Province ___________ Zip/Postal Code _________ Email ___________________________________ Phone No. _________________ Invacare Model No. ______________________ Serial No. _________[...]

  • Page 6

    Fold here Fold here Cut Along Line Invacare Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing[...]

  • Page 7

    Part No. 1054916 7 T-3™ and T-4™ Series TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS *15 x 15-inch Seat Frame with complete package. NOTE: All specifications are approximate. T-3 TENNIS ELITE T-3 TENNIS ADJUSTABLE 12 to 19-inches in 1-inch increments 12 to 18-inches in 1-inch increments 17 to 21-inches 13 to 21-inches Fixed (Standard) [...]

  • Page 8

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 8 Part No. 1054916 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS *15 x 15-inch Seat Frame with complete package. Seat Width: Seat Depth: Seat-to-Floor Front: Rear: Back Style: Back Height Ranges Fixed Back: Low Back: Medium Back: High Back: Wheel Base: Footrests: Side - Wheel Clearance: Rear Axle: Center of Gravity: Rear Wheel Camber: Fixed -[...]

  • Page 9

    Part No. 1054916 9 T-3™ and T-4™ Series *15 x 15-inch Seat Frame with complete package. Seat Width: Seat Depth: Seat-to-Floor Front: Rear: Back Style: Back Height Ranges Fixed Back: Low Back: Medium Back: High Back: Wheel Base: Footrests: Side - Wheel Clearance: Rear Axle: Center of Gravity: Rear Wheel Camber: Fixed - Camber Tube 2000: Adjustab[...]

  • Page 10

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 10 Part No. 1054916 STABILITY 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 understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as Owner’s Manuals[...]

  • Page 11

    Part No. 1054916 11 T-3™ and T-4™ Series GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL WARNINGS (CONTINUTED) DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the wheelchair may tip over. DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance. DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury[...]

  • Page 12

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 12 Part No. 1054916 GENERAL WARNINGS (CONTINUTED) ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the SEAT POSI- TIONING STRAP is an option on this wheelchair (You may order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare Top End strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard f[...]

  • Page 13

    Part No. 1054916 13 T-3™ and T-4™ Series GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 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 in the safe operation and maintenance of the wh[...]

  • Page 14

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 14 Part No. 1054916 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 gravity to maintain stability and balance. A NOTE TO WHEELCHAIR ASSISTANTS When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, [...]

  • Page 15

    Part No. 1054916 15 T-3™ and T-4™ Series Adjustable Models Only. LENGTHENING WHEELBASE will increase the stability and maintain standard maneuver- ability of the chair. SHORTENING WHEELBASE will decrease the stability, increase the maneuverability and distribute additional weight onto the rear wheels. SHORTENING Front of Wheelchair LENGTHENING [...]

  • Page 16

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 16 Part No. 1054916 Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object. Point front caster forward to create the longest possible wheelbase. Reach back only as far as your arm will extend without changing your sitting position. Reaching, Bending - Backwards. WARNING DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholster[...]

  • Page 17

    Part No. 1054916 17 T-3™ and T-4™ Series WARNING When lowering the front caster 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 dam- age to the wheelchair. Roll the wheelchair backward and SLOWLY lower the wheelchair in one continuous move- ment. DO NOT let [...]

  • Page 18

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 18 Part No. 1054916 TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER SEATS WARNING BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance. Align the front caster parallel to the object you are transferring onto. Also be certain the wheel locks are engaged to help prevent the whe[...]

  • Page 19

    Part No. 1054916 19 T-3™ and T-4™ Series This Procedure includes the following: Safety Inspection Checklist Troubleshooting Maintenance SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST NOTE: 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 enhance the smooth[...]

  • Page 20

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 20 Part No. 1054916 CHAIR CHAIR SLUGGISH CASTER SQUEAKS LOOSENESS SOLUTIONS VEERS VEERS TURN OR FLUTTERS AND IN CHAIR RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE RATTLES X X X X Check tires for correct and equal pressure. XX X X Check for loose stem nuts. X X Check spokes and nipples. TROUBLESHOOTING SAFETY INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2 SAFETY INSPECT[...]

  • Page 21

    Part No. 1054916 21 T-3™ and T-4™ Series MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING After making adjustments, always make sure that parts are properly tightened BEFORE using the wheelchair. CAUTION DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing. SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 1 . Before[...]

  • Page 22

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 22 Part No. 1054916 BACK PROCEDURE 3 This Procedure includes the following: Adjusting/Replacing Back Upholstery Folding Back Back Height Adjustment Back Angle Adjustment WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may re[...]

  • Page 23

    Part No. 1054916 23 T-3™ and T-4™ Series REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY 1 . Unlatch the two (2) fastening flaps that secure the top of the back upholstery to the back canes. 2 . Remove the fastening flaps from the back canes by lifting straight up. 3 . Remove the seat cushion. 4 . Separate bottom of back upholstery from either underside or top of se[...]

  • Page 24

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 24 Part No. 1054916 BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 3) NOTE: This procedure is for adjustable back chairs only. NOTE: Note tautness of back upholstery for reinstallation. 1 . Unlatch the two (2) fastening flaps that secure the top of the back upholstery to the back canes and remove from the back canes. WARNING Push pin MUST [...]

  • Page 25

    Part No. 1054916 25 T-3™ and T-4™ Series FIGURE 4 - BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT 94° BACK ANGLE TO SEAT RAIL Back Cane Indexing Notch Cam Back Angle Bracket Seat Rail TOP Hex Screw and Locknut 90° BACK ANGLE TO SEAT RAIL Back Cane Indexing Notch Cam Back Angle Bracket Seat Rail TOP Hex Screw and Locknut 77° BACK ANGLE TO SEAT RAIL Back Cane Indexin[...]

  • Page 26

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 26 Part No. 1054916 SEAT PROCEDURE 4 This Procedure includes the following: Seat Upholstery Replacement Rear Seat Height Adjustment Front Seat Height Adjustment SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 1) 1 . Remove the seat cushion and back upholstery from the chair. 2 . Place the chair onto its two (2) rear wheels. 3 . Unlatch[...]

  • Page 27

    Part No. 1054916 27 T-3™ and T-4™ Series After 2000 (FIGURE 3) 1 . Loosen the locknut at the front of the seat. 2 . Loosen both spreader bar screws. 3 . Loosen both seat angle screws. 4 . Adjust the spreader bar to the desired position. 5 . Tighten the seat angle screws, spreader bar screws and the locknut at the front of the seat. REAR SEAT HE[...]

  • Page 28

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 28 Part No. 1054916 FRONT SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT NOTE: This procedure is for T-3 Adjustable models ONLY. WARNING The position of the footrest, camber tube, seat height, the tautness of the back upholstery, as well as the user's condition are directly related to the chair's stabil- ity. Any change to one (1) or any[...]

  • Page 29

    Part No. 1054916 29 T-3™ and T-4™ Series RIGID CLOTHING GUARD REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 2) 1. Remove rear wheels if necessary. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual. 2. Remove seat cushion from chair. 3. Install the clothing guard clamps to the chair as shown in FIGURE 2 with the outer clamp located onto the outside o[...]

  • Page 30

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 30 Part No. 1054916 PROCEDURE 6 WHEELS This Procedure includes the following: Removing/Installing Rear Wheels Adjusting Quick-Release Axle Installing/Adjusting the Quad-Release Axle Handrim Replacement Repairing/Replacing Rear Wheel, Tire/Tube Opening/Closing Clamps Determining Toe In/Toe Out Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out Adjust[...]

  • Page 31

    Part No. 1054916 31 T-3™ and T-4™ Series FIGURE 2 - ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLES ADJUSTING QUICK-RELEASE AXLES (FIGURE 2) 1. Remove rear wheel and quick-release axle from chair. 2. Depress detent pin in the quick-release axle and slide axle through the wheel hub. 3. Release detent pin ensuring that locking pins are fully released. 4. Increase [...]

  • Page 32

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 32 Part No. 1054916 PROCEDURE 6 WHEELS INSTALLING/ADJUSTING QUAD-RELEASE AXLES INSTALLING (FIGURE 3) 1. Remove rear wheel and the existing quick-release axle from the chair. 2. Depress detent pin in the quick-release axle and slide the quick-release axle through the wheel hub. 3. Insert NEW quad-release axle through the rea[...]

  • Page 33

    Part No. 1054916 33 T-3™ and T-4™ Series ADJUSTING (FIGURE 4) Adjusting Quad-Release Handles In And/Or Out. 1 . Remove rear wheel and quad-release axle from the chair, refer to REMOVING/INSTALL- ING THE REAR WHEELS in this procedure of the manual. 2. Loosen the locking screw. 3. Make the following adjustments if necessary: A. If the quad-releas[...]

  • Page 34

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 34 Part No. 1054916 PROCEDURE 6 WHEELS FIGURE 5 - HANDRIM REPLACEMENT HANDRIM REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 5) 1 . Remove the rear wheel from the chair, refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS in this procedure of the manual. WARNING Tire MUST be deflated before any disassembly procedures are performed. 2 . Remove all air from t[...]

  • Page 35

    Part No. 1054916 35 T-3™ and T-4™ Series STANDARD FIGURE 6 - OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS Hex Screw and Locknut WHEELS OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS (FIGURE 6) WARNING QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Make sure the quick-release levers are in the CLOSED position BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may result. STANDARD CA[...]

  • Page 36

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 36 Part No. 1054916 DETERMINING TOE IN/TOE OUT (FIGURE 7) 1 . Inflate all pneumatic tires to recommended tire pressures (listed on the sidewall of the tire). 2 . Measure the distance between the centerlines at the rear and front of the rear wheels at approximately 12-inches from the ground/floor (DETAIL "A"). NOTE[...]

  • Page 37

    Part No. 1054916 37 T-3™ and T-4™ Series ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT DEGREE OF CAMBER HAS BEEN CHANGED - T-3 ADJUSTABLE MODELS AND T-3 ELITE MODELS WITH ADJUSTABLE CAMBER TUBES ONLY Axle Tube Positioning For 0°/3°, 0°/6°, 3°/6° Or 9°/12° Camber Inserts (FIGURE 8). CAUTION DO NOT rotate the axle tube if the axle tube is locked out by the to[...]

  • Page 38

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 38 Part No. 1054916 PROCEDURE 6 WHEELS FIGURE 9 - ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT - DEGREE OF CAMBER HAS BEEN CHANGED Axle Tube Positioning For 0°/9°, 0°/12°, 3°/9°, 6°/9° , 3°/12° Or 6°/12° Camber Inserts (FIGURE 9). 1. Open the camber clamps. Refer to OPENING/CLOSING CLAMPS in this procedure of the manual. 2. Slowly [...]

  • Page 39

    Part No. 1054916 39 T-3™ and T-4™ Series AXLE TUBE IS MOVED FROM FACTORY SET POSITION OR IS REPLACED - T-3 ADJUSTABLE MODELS AND T-3 ELITE MODELS WITH ADJUSTABLE CAMBER TUBES ONLY (FIGURE 10) NOTE: Before performing this procedure, make sure the camber inserts are positioned to the lowest degree of camber. Refer to ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER i[...]

  • Page 40

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 40 Part No. 1054916 WARNING QUICK RELEASE LEVERS - Make sure the quick release levers are pointing towards the rear of the wheelchair and are in the CLOSED position BEFORE using the wheelchair, otherwise personal injury or damage to the wheelchair may result. STANDARD - Make sure the hex screws and locknuts are securely tig[...]

  • Page 41

    Part No. 1054916 41 T-3™ and T-4™ Series T-3 ELITE AND T-4 MODELS WITH FIXED CAMBER (FIGURE 11) 1. Loosen the set screw that secures the camber insert to the camber tube. 2. Using an "L" square, rotate the camber insert until the flat edge of the camber insert is at a 90-degree angle with the ground/floor as shown in FIGURE 11. 3. Tig[...]

  • Page 42

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 42 Part No. 1054916 FIGURE 12 - REPOSITIONING CAMBER INSERTS (ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL CAMBER) Axle Tube * Refer to ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT in this procedure of the manual. Camber Insert - Rotate 180 o Rear View of Wheelchair Indexing Ring Frame Bracket Camber Insert Adjustment Degree Range Required 0 and 3, 0 and 6, NO 3 and [...]

  • Page 43

    Part No. 1054916 43 T-3™ and T-4™ Series ADJUSTING WHEELBASE LENGTH (ADJUSTING CENTER OF GRAVITY) (FIGURE 13) NOTE: This procedure is for T-3 Adjustable models and T-3 Elite models with adjustable camber tubes ONLY. WARNING The position of the footrest, camber tube, seat height, the tautness of the back upholstery, as well as the user's co[...]

  • Page 44

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 44 Part No. 1054916 FIGURE 14 - ADJUSTING WHEELBASE WIDTH A-4 CAMBER TUBE CAMBER TUBE 2000 Axle Bolt Axle Nut NOTE: Axle bolt removed from axle tube for clarity. It is not necessary to remove the axle bolt for this procedure. Threads Indexing Marks Axle Tube Camber Insert Indexing Ring Frame Bracket ADJUSTING WHEELBASE WIDT[...]

  • Page 45

    Part No. 1054916 45 T-3™ and T-4™ Series WHEELS ADJUSTING WHEELBASE WIDTH - CAMBER TUBE 2000 NOTE: The wheelbase width can be increased/decreased by 1-inch. 1. Remove the rear wheels. Refer to REMOVING/INSTALLING REAR WHEELS in this procedure of the manual. 2. Torque the axle nut to increase/decrease the wheelbase width. 3. Count the number of [...]

  • Page 46

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 46 Part No. 1054916 Notch in Axle TubeTwoards Rear of Wheelchair Camber Insert Indexing Ring Camber Clamp Camber Tube Adjustment Ring REAR OF WHEELCHAIR Slot in Axle Tube Adjustment Ring Camber Clamp Camber Insert FIGURE 15 - REPLACING AXLE TUBE Frame Bracket Camber Tube Camber Clamp Camber Clamp Frame Bracket CAMBER TUBE 2[...]

  • Page 47

    Part No. 1054916 47 T-3™ and T-4™ Series WHEELS FRONT CASTER REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 17) 1. Remove the bolt and locknut that secure the front caster to the mounting fork. 2. Remove the front caster and axle spacers from the mounting fork. 3. Install the NEW front caster and spacers onto the mounting fork and securely tighten. 4. Repeat the procedur[...]

  • Page 48

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 48 Part No. 1054916 1 . Remove the bolt and locknut that secure the front caster and the two (2) spacers to the fork. 2. Remove the dust cover on the top of the head tube. 3. While holding the fork and using a socket wrench, remove the locknut that secures the fork, and spacer in the headtube of the wheelchair. NOTE: The du[...]

  • Page 49

    Part No. 1054916 49 T-3™ and T-4™ Series WHEELS WHEEL LOCK ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 20) NOTE: Performance chairs with camber may encounter difficulty if installing LOW Mount wheel locks when engaging in any contact sport. Before adjusting or replacing the High/Low mount wheel locks, ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended ps[...]

  • Page 50

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 50 Part No. 1054916 FOOTREST FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 This Procedure includes the following: Installing/Using/Adjusting the Fixed Footrest - After 4/2000 T-3 Tennis Elite Individual Footplates - Before 4/2000 T-3 Tennis Adjustable Footrest System - Before 4/2000 WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, m[...]

  • Page 51

    Part No. 1054916 51 T-3™ and T-4™ Series INSTALLING/USING FOOTREST - T-4 ELITE AND T-4 TITANIUM 1 . Remove the hex screws from the mounting bracket. 2 . Position the upper support tube on the underside of the wheelchair frame. 3 . Position the mounting bracket on top of the wheelchair frame. 4 . Install the hex screws to secure the mounting bra[...]

  • Page 52

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 52 Part No. 1054916 ADJUSTING FOOTREST Position. 1 . Loosen the hex screws on the mounting bracket. 2 . Slide the footrest assembly along the frame to the desired position. 3 . Tighten the hex screws on the mounting bracket. Height. 1 . Loosen the set screw securing the upper and lower footrest support tubes. 2 . Reposition[...]

  • Page 53

    Part No. 1054916 53 T-3™ and T-4™ Series PROCEDURE 7 FOOTREST FOOTREST CHANGING FOOTPLATE ANGLE 1 . Loosen, but do not remove the button screws and locknuts that secure the footplates to the footplate system mounting bracket. 2 . Adjust the footplate to the desired angle for the user. 3 . Tighten the button screws and locknuts that secure the f[...]

  • Page 54

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 54 Part No. 1054916 FOOTREST FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 REMOVING FOOTPLATE(S) 1. Note the depth and angle of the existing footplates. 2. Remove the button screws and locknuts that secure the footplate and footplate clamp to the footplate system mounting clamp. 3. Slide the existing footplate and footplate clamp off of the footpla[...]

  • Page 55

    Part No. 1054916 55 T-3™ and T-4™ Series FIGURE 5 - T-3 TENNIS ELITE INDIVIDUAL FOOTPLATES - BEFORE 4/2000 Footplate Clamp Locknuts Footplate Button Screws Chair Frame Footplate Mounting Bracket Footplate System Mounting Clamp Locknuts Button Screws Locknuts Button Screws FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 FOOTREST[...]

  • Page 56

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 56 Part No. 1054916 FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 T-3 TENNIS ADJUSTABLE FOOTREST SYSTEM - BEFORE 4/2000 (FIGURE 4) WARNING The position of the footrest, camber tube and rear seat height, as well as the tautness of the back upholstery are directly related to the chairs stability. Any change to one (1) or any combination of the four ([...]

  • Page 57

    Part No. 1054916 57 T-3™ and T-4™ Series FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 REPLACING FOOTPLATE WELDMENT 1. Loosen, but do not remove the button screws and locknuts that secure the footplates to the footplate weldment. 2. Slide the footplates off of the footplate weldment. 3. Loosen, but do not remove the two (2) set screws that secure the footplate weldment[...]

  • Page 58

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 58 Part No. 1054916 Footplate Weldment Chair Frame Half Clamp Seat Adjustment Weldment Half Clamp Hex Bolt Set Screws - Loosen, But Do Not Remove Adjustment Bracket Set Screws - Loosen, But Do Not Remove Set Screws - Loosen, But Do Not Remove Button Screws Locknuts FOOTREST PROCEDURE 7 FOOTREST Locknuts FIGURE 6 - T-3 TENNI[...]

  • Page 59

    Part No. 1054916 59 T-3™ and T-4™ Series FIGURE 1 - REPLACING/ADJUSTING FIXED ANTI-TIPPER SWIVEL CASTER - T-3 ELITE WITH FIXED CAMBER TUBE 1/4 to 1/2-inch Clearance Rear Swivel Caster Fixed Anti-Tipper Bar Quick-Release Lever OPEN POSITION CLOSED POSITION This Procedure includes the following: Replacing/Adjusting Fixed Anti-Tipper Swivel Caster[...]

  • Page 60

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 60 Part No. 1054916 OPTIONAL ANTI-TIPPER OPTIONAL ANTI-TIPPER OPTIONAL ANTI-TIPPER PROCEDURE 8 1/4 to 1/2-inch Clearance Rear Swivel Caster T-3 TITANIUM AND T-4 TITANIUM ONLY(FIGURE 2) Replacement. 1. Loosen the set screw on the anti-tipper headtube. 2. Slide the swivel caster down and out of the head tube. 3. Insert the ne[...]

  • Page 61

    Part No. 1054916 61 T-3™ and T-4™ Series PROCEDURE 8 OPTIONAL ANTI-TIPPER INSTALLING/ADJUSTING REMOVABLE ANTI-TIPPER T-3 ADJUSTABLE - AFTER 2001 (FIGURE 2) WARNING If the rear wheel size, rear wheel camber or the position of the adjustable axle camber bar is changed, the rear swivel caster MUST be readjusted to maintain a 1/4 to 1/2-inch cleara[...]

  • Page 62

    T-3™ and T-4™ Series 62 Part No. 1054916 ALL T-3 ELITE MODELS WITH ADJUSTABLE AXLES AND T-3 ADJUSTABLE MODELS MANUFACTURED BEFORE 2001 (FIGURE 3) 1. Press in the two (2) push pins on the anti-tipper and insert the anti-tipper into the chair frame. 2. Position the NEW anti-tipper to one (1) of two (2) mounting holes depending upon the position o[...]

  • Page 63

    Part No. 1054916 63 T-3™ and T-4™ Series 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 leg[...]

  • Page 64

    Invacare Corporation www.invacare.com USA Canada One Invacare Way 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 Invacare and Top End are registered Elyria, Ohio USA Mississauga Ontario trademarks of Invacare Corporation. 44036-2125 L4Z 4G4 Canada Yes, you can., A-4, T-3, and T-4 are 800-333-6900 800-668-5324 trademarks of Invacare Corporation. KIK is a trademark of K[...]