Invacare X-Terminator BB User Manual
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
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SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
WARNING
SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe
operation and use of this product.
Stability Warning
The position of the footrest, camber tube, back angle, the tautness of the back upholstery
as well as the userʹs condition are directly related to the wheelchairs stability. Any change
to one or any combination of the five may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability.
Use EXTREME caution when using a new seating position. The addition of anti‐tippers
may be required.
as well as the userʹs condition are directly related to the wheelchairs stability. Any change
to one or any combination of the five may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability.
Use EXTREME caution when using a new seating position. The addition of anti‐tippers
may be required.
NOTE: When changes to the left hand column occur, follow across the chart and refer to the
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procedure to maintain the proper stability, safety and handling of the racing chair.
Operating Information
To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and
transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare
professional before attempting active use of the wheelchair.
transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare
professional before attempting active use of the wheelchair.
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat.
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching
down between your knees.
down between your knees.
DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects from behind as this may
cause the wheelchair to tip over.
cause the wheelchair to tip over.
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MBER TUBE
BAC
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ANGLE
BAC
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UPHOLSTERY
USER CONDITION
FOOTREST POSITION
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✓
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CAMBER TUBE
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✓
✓
BACK ANGLE
✓
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✓ ✓
BACK UPHOLSTERY
✓
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✓
USER CONDITION
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
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