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Invacare EX2 - page 1
Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual DEALER: This manual MUST be g iven 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 SPECIAL NOTES ........................................... ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 2
Tracer® EX 2 2 Part No. 111 0546 WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERF ORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. ALSO, A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES SPECIFICALLY INDICATED IN THE MANUAL. WHEELCHAIR USERS: DO NOT SERVIC E OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING (1) THE OWNER’S OPERATOR AND MA ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 3
SPECIAL NOTES Part No. 1110546 3 Tracer® EX2 SPECIAL NOTES Signal wor ds are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. Refer to the following table for defi ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 4
LABEL LOCATION Tracer® EX 2 4 Part No. 111 0546 LABEL LOCATION IMPORT ANT NOTICE The wheel locks on this wheelchair have been pre-set at the factory to comply with the V eterans Administration functional Standard 8320.01 of the Federal Register , paragraph 3.2.4.5.3. If these wheel locks do not meet your needs, follow instructions below . ! CAUTIO ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 5
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Part No. 1110546 5 Tracer® EX2 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS *NOTE: These options are standard for this model. **NOTE: The seat ‐ to ‐ floor heights ar e bas ed on urethane tires. These heights can vary +/ ‐ 1 / 4 inch due to ? ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 6
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Tracer® EX 2 6 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING This section contains importan t information for the safe oper ation and use of this product. Stability - All Models The size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, use ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 7
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1110546 7 Tracer® EX2 When cleaning rear cane or hand grip areas use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool wat e r. Ve r i f y that grips are dry prior to use. Use of soap or ammoni ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 8
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Tracer® EX 2 8 Part No. 111 0546 Weight Training/Weight Limitation Inv acare does not recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a we i g h t training apparatus. Invacare wheelchairs have not been designed or tested as a seat ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 9
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1110546 9 Tracer® EX2 SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs Safety and handling of the wheelchair require the close attention of the wheelchair user as we l l as the assistant. This ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 10
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Tracer® EX 2 10 Part No. 111 0546 WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching do wn between your knees. The size/position of the front caster s, size/position of the rear whee ls, use of anti-t ipper model, as well as the u ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 11
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1110546 11 Tracer® EX2 When tipping the wheelchair , an assistant should grasp the back of the wheelchair on a non ‐ remov able (non ‐ detachable) part. Inform the wheelchair occupant before tipping ? ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 12
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Tracer® EX 2 12 Part No. 111 0546 Roll the wheelchair backward and slowly low er the wheelchair in one continuous movement. Tu r n the anti ‐ tippers so the anti ‐ tip wheels are facing down. Escalators WARNING ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 13
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1110546 13 Tracer® EX2 Transferring To a nd From Other Seats WARNING Before attempting to tr ansfer in or out of the wheelchair, every precauti on should be taken to reduce the gap distance. Turn both casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto. Also be certain the wheel locks ar ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 14
SECTION 2—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Tracer® EX 2 14 Part No. 111 0546 FIGURE 2.7 Unfolding Folding Wheelchair NOTE: For this procedur e, re fe r to FIGURE 2.8. 1. Swing footrest/legrest in locked position to the front of the wheelchair . 2. Pivot footpl ates upw ard ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 15
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No. 1110546 15 Tracer® EX2 SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Every six months or as necessary , take your wh eelchair to a qualifi ed technician for a thorough inspection and servicin g. Regular c ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 16
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Tracer® EX 2 16 Part No. 111 0546 Inspect/Adjust Weekly ❑ Ensure that the wheel locks prev ent the wheelchair from moving when engaged. ❑ Inspect tires for flat spots and w ear . ❑ Check pneumatic tires for proper ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 17
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No. 1110546 17 Tracer® EX2 CAUTION DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the fram e. This could cause damage to the frame tubing. Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1. Before using your wheelchair , make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 18
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Tracer® EX 2 18 Part No. 111 0546 Troubleshooting Chair Veers Right/Left Chair 3 Wheels Sluggish Turn or Performance Casters Flutter Squeaks and Rattles Looseness in Chair Solutions XX X X Check tires for correct and equal pressure XX X X Check for loose nuts and bolts. XX X Check caster headtube angle ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 19
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No. 1110546 19 Tracer® EX2 SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing/Removing Front Riggings NOTE: For this procedur e, re fe r to F ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 20
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Tracer® EX 2 20 Part No. 111 0546 FIGURE 4.2 Spring Button Bolt-In-Place NOTE: For this procedur e, re fe r to FIGURE 4.3 on page 20. NOTE: This procedure applies to the swingaway footrests and swingaway eleva ting legrest. 1. Remove the ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 21
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No. 1110546 21 Tracer® EX2 Fixed Frame NOTE: For this procedur e, re fe r to FIGURE 4.4 1. Remove impact guards and/or calf strap, if necessary . 2. Loosen, but do not remove the bolt and locknut that secure the lower ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 22
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Tracer® EX 2 22 Part No. 111 0546 Installing Impact Guards/Calf Strap NOTE: For this procedur e, re fe r to FIGURE 4.6. 1. Remove impact guard/calf strap from packaged container if not already secured to the footrest. 2. Secure one impact ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 23
SECTION 4—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No. 1110546 23 Tracer® EX2 FIGURE 4.7 Replacing Heel Loop NOTE: Swingaway footr est shown. Adjustment Holes Cam Lock Lever Footplate Assembly Release Button Front Rigging Support DETAIL “A” Footplates with Spring Buttons Bolt-in-Place Footplates Inside of Swingaway Front Rigging Outside of Swingaway ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 24
SECTION 5—ARMS Tracer® EX 2 24 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 5—ARMS WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Adjusting Armrest Height WARNING Make sure the height adjustment lever is in the lo cked position before using t ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 25
SECTION 5—ARMS Part No. 1110546 25 Tracer® EX2 Removing/Installing Armrests WARNING Make sure the armr est release leve r is in the locked position before using the wheelchair. NOTE: For this procedur e, re fe r to FIGURE 5.2 on page 25. Removing Armrest 1. Push down on armrest to ensur ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 26
SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK Tracer ® EX2 26 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Replacing Back Upholstery NOTE: For this procedur e, re fe r to For th ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 27
SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK Part No. 1110546 27 Tracer ® EX2 Adjusting the Seat Width Swingaway Front Riggings NOTE: FIGURE 6.2 on page 27 and FIGURE 6.3 on page 28. NOTE: When adjusting the seat width of the wheelcha ir , the back and seat upholstery MUST ? ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 28
SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK Tracer ® EX2 28 Part No. 111 0546 FIGURE 6.3 Adjusting the Seat Width - Swingaway Front Riggings Pivot Lock (STEPS 2,7) Crossbrace (STEPS 4,5) Button Screw (STEPS 2,7) Locknut (STEPS 2,7) Wheelchair Frame Locknut (STEPS 2,7) Locknut (STEPS 3,8) Button Screw (STEPS 3,8) Crossbrace Saddle (STEPS 3,8) Locknut (STEPS 2,7) But ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 29
SECTION 6—SEAT AND BACK Part No. 1110546 29 Tracer ® EX2 Fixed Frame NOTE: For this procedur e, re fe r to FIGURE 6.4. Removing Lower Mounting Hardware 1. Remove the existing back and se at upholstery from the wheelchair . Ref er to Replacing Back Upholstery on ? ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 30
SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS Tracer® EX 2 30 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Removing/Installing Rear Wheels WARNING Only a qualified technician may change the size of the rea ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 31
SECTION 7—REAR WHEELS Part No. 1110546 31 Tracer® EX2 Replacing Rear Wheel Handrim WARNING Wheelchairs with 300 lb s weight limit: DO NOT use composit e handrims. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. If the wheelchair is equipped wi th permanent axles, this proc edure MUST be performed by a qualified technician. NOTE: For this p ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 32
SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS Tracer® EX 2 32 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing/Replacing Six or Eigh t-Inch Front Casters and Forks WARNING Make sure both fork/ca ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 33
SECTION 8—FRONT CASTERS Part No. 1110546 33 Tracer® EX2 NOTE: For this procedur e, re fe r to FIGURE 8.2. NOTE: If replacing the same size front caster , note the moun ting position on the fork assembly for proper reinstallation of the new ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 34
SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Tracer® EX 2 34 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing/Adjusting Anti-tippers WARNING Anti-tippers are specific to t ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 35
SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Part No. 1110546 35 Tracer® EX2 2. Ensure that the release button of the anti ‐ tipper fully protrudes out of the hole in the bottom of the wheelchair frame tubing. 3. Place the wheelchair on a flat sur ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 36
SECTION 9—ANTI-TIPPERS/WHEEL LOCKS Tracer® EX 2 36 Part No. 111 0546 FIGURE 9.4 Using Patient Operated Wheel Locks Adjusting Patient Operated Wheel Locks NOTE: For this procedur e, re fe r to FIGURE 9.5. WARNING DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel lock s. Wheel locks are not brakes. NOTE: If ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 37
SECTION 10—SEAT TO FLOOR Part No. 1110546 37 Tracer® EX2 SECTION 10—SEAT TO FLOOR WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. NOTE: Seat ‐ to ‐ floor height is not adjustable for Tr a c e r ? ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 38
SECTION 11—OPTIONS Tracer® EX 2 38 Part No. 111 0546 SECTION 11—OPTIONS WARNING After any adjustments, re pair or service and before use, make sure all attac hing hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or damage may occur. Installing Amputee Bracket NOTE: For this procedur e, re fe r to FIGURE 1 1.1 on ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 39
SECTION 11—OPTIONS Part No. 1110546 39 Tracer® EX2 Installing Crutch and Cane Carrier WARNING Check base weekly to en sure proper placement. When loading the crutch/cane ca rrier, ensure items ar e securely placed into the base. Also ensure that there is no interf erence with folding the wheelc hair, the rear wheels, or the swing-back arms. ...
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Invacare EX2 - page 40
LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAF TED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. This warranty is ext ended only to the origin al purchaser who purchases this product when new and unused from Invaca re or a dealer. This warrant y is not extended to any other person or entity an d ...
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