Invacare 9000 STANDARD WEIGHT User Manual
10 ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS
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10.2 Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks
1.
Ensure the wheelchair is not moving before engaging the wheel
locks.
2.
Depending on the model of wheel lock installed on the wheelchair,
perform one of the following:
•
•
Push-to-Lock - To engage, push the wheel lock handle
forward.
•
Pull-to-Lock - To engage, pull the wheel lock handle backward.
3.
Disengage the wheel locks by reversing STEP 2.
WARNING
After any adjustments, repair or service and before use,
make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely.
Otherwise injury or damage may occur.
make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely.
Otherwise injury or damage may occur.
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with
wheel locks. Wheel locks are not brakes.
wheel locks. Wheel locks are not brakes.
Position wheelchair on a flat, level surface to perform
this procedure.
this procedure.
Unlocked Position
Wheel Lock
Push wheel lock handle forward away from the tire to
engage wheel lock
engage wheel lock
Locked Position
Pull wheel lock handle toward
the tire to disengage wheel lock
the tire to disengage wheel lock
Push-To-Lock
Pull-To-Lock
Pull wheel lock handle toward the tire to engage wheel lock
Unlocked Position
Wheel Lock
Push wheel lock handle away from
the tire to disengage wheel lock
the tire to disengage wheel lock
Locked Position