1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Invacare Manuals
  4. Wheelchair
  5. FDX
  6. User manual

Invacare FDX User Manual

Hide thumbs Also See for FDX:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual See also: Service Manual, User Manual
Enlarged version
This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
Invacare® FDX® Power
Wheelchair Base
en FDX, FDX-CG, FDX-MCG
User Manual

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Invacare FDX

Summary of Contents for Invacare FDX

  • Page 1 Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base en FDX, FDX-CG, FDX-MCG User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
  • Page 2 All rights reserved. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Trademarks are identified by ™and ®. All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.1.16 Weight Capacity ......26 Contents 2.1.17 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources ......26 2.1.18 Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference 1 General .
  • Page 4 5.5.3 Joystick ........41 7.2 User/Attendant Inspection Checklists ....58 5.5.4 Charger/Programming Input .

  • Page 5: General

    General 1.2 Reference Documents 1 General Refer to the table below for part numbers of additional documents which are referenced in this manual. 1.1 Symbols Signal symbols and/or words are used in this manual and apply to MANUAL PART NUMBER hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 6 Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage Risk of Serious Injury or Damage Missing attaching hardware could cause instability Use of non-Invacare accessories may result in serious resulting in death, serious injury or damage. – Ensure all attaching hardware is present and tightened injury or damage.

  • Page 7: Set Up

    Continued use of the wheelchair that is not set to the Check all parts for shipping damage and test before using. correct specifications may cause erratic behavior of the In case of damage, DO NOT use. Contact Invacare/Carrier wheelchair resulting in death, serious injury, or damage. for further instruction –...

  • Page 8: Transport - Wheelchair Tie-Down Restraints And Seat Restraints (Trro Or Trbkts)

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base DANGER! WARNING! Risk of Death, Serious Injury or Damage Risk of Serious Injury Operating the wheelchairs outdoor or in areas of poor Hot surfaces can cause severe burns. lighting may result in death, serious injury, or damage.
  • Page 9 It is Invacare’s position that users of wheelchair anchored pelvic belt. TRRO has been wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate...

  • Page 10: Stairways And Escalators

    Using non-removable (non-detachable) parts of the wheelchair, move an unoccupied power wheelchair up or down lift the wheelchair off of the ground and transfer the wheelchair the stairs. Invacare recommends using two assistants up or down the stairs. and making thorough preparations. Make sure to use...

  • Page 11: Repair And Service Information - Dealers And/Or Qualified Technicians

    – Wheelchairs that are used by incontinent users understand the warnings, cautions and instructions, and/or are frequently exposed to water/liquids may contact Invacare technical support before attempting require replacement of electrical components more to service or operate this equipment. frequently.

  • Page 12: Wear And Tear Information

    (1) year from the Gearboxes (if exposed to prolonged date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of the seller’s moisture, urine, etc.), Stability Lock invoice required for coverage under this warranty. Invacare warrants...

  • Page 13: Canada Limited Warranty

    (5) years from the date of will not be repaired; all devices will exhibit changes in operating purchase from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of the seller’s invoice noise due to aging.
  • Page 14 (2) years of repairs made to any component without the specific consent from the date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of Invacare, or to a product damaged by circumstances beyond of the seller’s invoice required for coverage under this warranty.

  • Page 15: Safety Handling

    IMMEDIATELY. living activities that may differ from those described in this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for him/her in overcoming architectural obstacles that they may encounter. However all warnings and cautions given in this manual MUST be followed.

  • Page 16: A Note To Wheelchair Assistants

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base WARNING! WARNING! – DO NOT leave the power button On when entering – DO NOT attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with or exiting your wheelchair. the wheel locks. Wheel locks are not brakes. – DO NOT go up or down ramps or traverse slopes –...

  • Page 17: Stability And Balance

    This power wheelchair This wheelchair has been designed to accommodate has Invacare’s SureStep® technology, a feature that provides the one individual. If more than one individual occupies wheelchair with optimum traction and stability when driving forward the wheelchair this may adversely affect the stability of over transitions and thresholds.

  • Page 18: Driving Surfaces

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 2.1.3 Driving Surfaces Your power wheelchair has been designed to operate on dry, level surfaces (i.e. concrete, blacktop, and asphalt). Other acceptable surfaces likely to be encountered include packed soil, grass, and gravel. Avoid driving on the following surfaces: •...

  • Page 19: Negotiating Inclines

    Safety Handling 2.1.5 Negotiating Inclines WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury or Damage Acceptable Incline Angles Avoid Inclines of 10° Serious injury or damage to the wheelchair may result 0° to 9° and above from driving forward up over *curbs/obstacles C greater than 60mm (2.36 inches) D or driving reverse up over *curbs/obstacles C greater than 40mm (1.57 inches) D.
  • Page 20 Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base WARNING! WARNING! Risk of Death or Serious Injury Risk of Death or Serious Injury Traversing inclines with the seat reclined could cause Braking hard and/or sudden stops while on inclines could your wheelchair to become unstable and tip over cause loss of stability resulting in death or serious injury.

  • Page 21: Footplates And Front Rigging

    Safety Handling 2.1.6 Footplates and Front Rigging 2.1.7 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury or Damage Operating the wheelchair with a ground clearance of less than 75 mm (3 inches) between the footplates and the ground/floor may cause serious injury or property damage.

  • Page 22: Reaching, Bending - Backward

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 2.1.8 Reaching, Bending - Backward 2.1.9 Transferring To and From Other Seats TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury or Damage Leaning backward over the top of the seat back will change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip over resulting in serious injury or damage.

  • Page 23: Storage

    Leakage current has been tested in accordance to ISO During independent transfer, little or no seat platform 7176–14:2008. will be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all possible. Invacare has tested its power wheelchairs in accordance with RESNA Section 9 “Rain Test”. 1163181-F~00...

  • Page 24: Electrical - Grounding Instructions

    The warranty and performance specifications contained in this manual are based on the use of deep cycle gel sealed batteries. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the power source for this unit. Carefully read battery/battery charger information prior to installing, servicing or operating your wheelchair.

  • Page 25: Electrical - Charging Batteries

    Safety Handling WARNING! WARNING! – NEVER attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching Risk of Serious Injury or Damage Dropping the battery can result in serious injury or cables directly to the battery terminals. property damage. – DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and –...

  • Page 26: Recycling Batteries

    MUST be recycled through an approved agency. Contact your dealer immunity level, the greater the protection. At this time, current or Invacare on proper disposal and recycling of your batteries. technology is capable of achieving at least a 20 V/m immunity level, which would provide useful protection from the more common 2.1.15 Weight Training...

  • Page 27: Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference

    – Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake handheld radio wave sources (transceivers) are of special concern. release to Invacare and note whether there is a source It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very of EMI nearby.
  • Page 28 – This device has been tested to a radiated immunity level of 20 volts per meter. – The immunity level of the product is unknown. – Modification of any kind to the electronics of this power wheelchair as manufactured by Invacare may adversely affect the EMI immunity levels. 1163181-F~00...

  • Page 29: Label Locations

    Label Locations 3 Label Locations 3.1 Label Locations 1163181-F~00...
  • Page 30 Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base ITEM DESCRIPTION LOCATION/COMMENTS 1167422 Controller Replacement Warning Label Label located under the rear shroud and under the controller. 1167430 GP34 Rear Battery Warning Label Label located under the rear shroud and on the inside of the controller bracket.
  • Page 31 Label Locations 1163181-F~00...
  • Page 32 Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION LOCATION/COMMENTS 1167423 User/Attendant Information Tag This card is secured to the joystick at the time of shipment. 60106X144 Anti Tip Warning Label This label is on the anti-tip tubes 1134811 Non Compliance Warning Label...
  • Page 33 Label Locations 1163181-F~00...
  • Page 34 Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION LOCATION/COMMENTS 1082692 WC/19 Compliance Label For wheelchairs with TRRO 1083199 Tie Down Point Label 1134840 Buckle Warning Label 1171793 Running Lights Warning Label 1134848 TRRO Adjustment Label 1163181-F~00...

  • Page 35: Technical Data

    Medium: 17.5 in Adult 18.5 in Adult and Jr. and Jr. 4.1.1 Models High: 18.5 in Adult FDX, FDX-CG, FDX-MCG and Jr. All Powered Seating With Elevate: 0° Seat Angle 5° Seat Angle 4.1.2 Overall Dimensions 17.75 in 18.75 in Adult and Jr.

  • Page 36: Driving

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 4.1.5 Driving Base Weight (Without 245 lbs Batteries): Speed Range: 0 - 5 mph (Standard 2 Pole Battery Weight: 42 lbs Each (Use GP 34 Batteries Only) Motor), 0 - 6.8 mph (Optional 4 Pole Motor)

  • Page 37: Wheelchair Operation

    Wheelchair Operation 5 Wheelchair Operation 5.1 Preparing the Joystick for Use WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury or Damage Attaching hardware that is loosely secured could cause loss of stability resulting in serious injury or damage. – After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely.

  • Page 38: Turning The Power On/Off

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 5.2 Turning the Power On/Off 5.3 Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair The joystick is located on the joystick housing and provides smooth SPJ+ Joysticks CMPJ+ Joysticks control of speed and direction. It is equipped with 360 degrees of mobility for ease of operation.

  • Page 39: Spj+™, Mk6I™ Spj+ W/Pss And Mk6I Spj+ W/Acc Joystick Switches And Indicators

    Wheelchair Operation For specific information about the joystick installed on the wheelchair, refer to SPJ+, MK6i SPJ+ w/PSS and MK6i SPJ+ w/ACC Joystick Switches and Indicators or CMPJ+ Joystick Switches and Indicators. 5.4 SPJ+™, MK6i™ SPJ+ w/PSS and MK6i SPJ+ w/ACC Joystick Switches and Indicators MOVEMENT ACTION...

  • Page 40: Speed Control Buttons

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base bottom left GREEN LED G flashes to indicate that the joystick is To slow the wheelchair to a stop, simply release the joystick. The in speed limit mode. Speed limit mode limits the drive speed to a...

  • Page 41: Mode Button

    Wheelchair Operation 5.4.8 Mode Button Rotate the knob clockwise (forward) to increase the speed of the wheelchair to the programmed max speed. The mode button H is only present on SPJ+ w/ACC joystick Rotate the knob counterclockwise (backward) to decrease the speed of the wheelchair to the programmed max speed.

  • Page 42: Lcd Display Screens

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 5.5.5 LCD Display Screens Main Screen The LCD Display E is located in front of the joystick and provides information on the status of the wheelchair through a backlit display. The LCD display is readable in both bright sunlight and complete darkness.
  • Page 43 Wheelchair Operation Displays current time. LCD DISPLAY Clock — ITEM DESCRIPTION Status The status indicator will show a “Warning” DRIVE This field shows the currently selected Drive’s Indicator (exclamation point inside a triangle) indicator when NAME — Name. — E the chair has a condition that requires attention.

  • Page 44: User Settings

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base Set Date and Time 4-Switch Level Drive ECU Output ASM 1 2(L2, L2 Latched) Select Activated Battery Voltage User Settings ASM 2 Infrared Mouse Mouse B Running Lights Driving Screen Connected Devices This screen is shown when the operator issues a drive command and the Drive Icon on the main screen was highlighted.
  • Page 45 Wheelchair Operation User Settings SET DATE AND TIME - Sets the clock on the Set Date CMPJ+ joystick. Adds date and time stamp to and Time error codes. • Move the joystick Up or Down to change ICON DESCRIPTION ICON DESCRIPTION the highlighted value (hour, minute, AM/PM, month, day, year)

  • Page 46: Programmable Mono Ports 1 And 2 With External Mode Switch

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 5.5.8 Remote On/Off Switch Shark Power This is displayed Module (SPM) if the controller The remote On/Off switch input is located at the rear of the joystick Actuator supports G-Trac on the right side and allows the power switch to be operated by an ability switch (normally open momentary switch with mono plug).

  • Page 47: When To Charge Batteries

    Wheelchair Operation 5.6 When to Charge Batteries 5.6.2 CMPJ+ Joystick 5.6.1 SPJ+, SPJ+ w/PSS and SPJ+ w/ACC Joysticks ITEM DESCRIPTION Information Gauge Display Batteries Empty Indicator The far right side of the display screen A is the Battery Gauge Display Batteries Full Indicator B.

  • Page 48: Charging Batteries

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 5.7 Charging Batteries There are some basic concepts which will help you understand this automatic process. They are: WARNING! Once the charger has been connected to the wheelchair and wall – Never attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching outlet and, if necessary, the charger has been turned on, the battery cables directly to the battery terminals or clamps.

  • Page 49: Running Lights

    The running lights offered on this product are an option Contact an Invacare dealer for service. intended to increase the visibility of the vehicle and user. Running lights are NOT intended to be used as automobile...

  • Page 50: Running Lights Through Cmpj+ Joystick

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 5.8.1 Running Lights Through CMPJ+ Joystick Use the mode switch to select the light mode. Move the joystick to turn the lights on or move and hold the joystick for 3 seconds to turn the lights on in strobe mode.
  • Page 51 Wheelchair Operation Use the wheel locks whenever the clutches are disengaged and the wheelchair is being pushed. Wheel lock levers are located between the rear caster assembly and drive wheel on both sides of the wheelchair. Perform one of the following as if viewing the motors from behind the wheelchair: •...

  • Page 52: Transportreadyoption(Trro)

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 6 TransportReadyOption(TRRO) belts. If desired, vehicle-anchored pelvic belts may be used. 6.1 About Transport Ready Packages WARNING! WARNING! – IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT BOTH – This section applies only to wheelchairs equipped with PELVIC AND UPPER-TORSO BELT(S) BE USED TO TRRO (Transport Ready Option).

  • Page 53: Compliance Information

    As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in a moving vehicle of any type. It is Invacare’s position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto industry.

  • Page 54: Positioning The Wheelchair In The Vehicle

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 6.4 Positioning the Wheelchair in the Vehicle WARNING! – This wheelchair MUST be in a forward facing position during travel in a motor vehicle. – The recommended clear zones for wheelchair seated occupants restrained by both pelvic and upper torso belt(s) and only by a pelvic belt are shown in the diagrams and described below.

  • Page 55: Securing The Occupant

    6.7 Securing the Occupant 6.7.1 Wheelchair-Anchored Belts WARNING! – The pelvic belt that is provided by Invacare has been tested for use in a motor vehicle on this wheelchair only. Do not replace the pelvic belt with a different The wheelchair has been provided with a pelvic belt which meets the style pelvic belt.

  • Page 56: Vehicle-Anchored Belts

    The test for Lateral Stability Displacement for Point Pis shown in the above illustration: The average test result for point (P) is: • FDX Adult — 0.476 in (12.1 mm) • FDX Junior — 0.445 in (11.3 mm) 6.7.3 Seating System WARNING! –...
  • Page 57 TransportReadyOption(TRRO) DO NOT position belts DO position belts INSIDE of OUTSIDE of armrest, armrests, wheels, etc. wheels, etc. The pelvic belt should be worn low across the front of the pelvis. Position the upper torso belt(s) over the shoulders. The belt(s) should not be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts, including but not limited to wheelchair WARNING! –...

  • Page 58: Set Up Maintenance

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 7.2 User/Attendant Inspection Checklists 7 Set Up Maintenance Every six months, and as necessary, take your wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. 7.1 Setup/Delivery Inspection Weekly, monthly and periodic inspections should be...

  • Page 59: Inspect/Adjust Periodically

    Set Up Maintenance Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs of wear. Ensure Ensure upholstery does not have any rips or tears. buckle latches. Verify hardware that attaches strap to frame is Ensure armrest pad sits flush against arm tube. secure and undamaged.

  • Page 60: Inspect/Adjust Every 18 Months

    Inspect motor brushes and gearbox coupling. Inspect electrical components for signs of corrosion. Replace if WARNING! corroded or damaged. – Invacare strongly recommends that battery installation Inspect battery terminals for loose cable connection. Tighten if and battery replacement always be done by a qualified necessary.

  • Page 61: Using The Proper Batteries

    Set Up Maintenance 7.5 Using the Proper Batteries DANGER! Risk of Death or Serious Injury 7.6 Removing/Installing the Batteries Failure to observe these warnings can cause an electrical short resulting in death, serious injury, or damage to 7.6.1 Removing/Installing the Front Battery the electrical system.

  • Page 62: Removing/Installing The Rear Battery

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 7.6.2 Removing/Installing the Rear Battery Disconnect the front battery connector D from the front connector of the battery cable E. Remove the front battery F from the wheelchair base frame. 1163181-F~00...

  • Page 63: Replacing The Batteries And/Or Battery Cables

    Set Up Maintenance Lifting up on the controller bracket, disengage the controller bracket from the wheelchair base frame. Using one hand to support the controller bracket, use the other hand to disconnect the two motor connectors I, the rear battery wiring connector J, the joystick connector K and the auxiliary wiring harness connector L(if equipped with power seating system, running light package or other powered accessory) from the controller...

  • Page 64: Connecting Battery Cables

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 7.7.2 Connecting Battery Cables Remove the mounting screw E and two lock washers F securing the Negative (-) battery cable G to the NEGATIVE WARNING! (-) battery terminal H. – The positive (+) battery cable must connect to the...

  • Page 65: Anti-Tippers

    Set Up Maintenance Secure the battery cables to the battery terminals as described below. Securely tighten: Using the mounting screw A and two lock washers B, secure the POSITIVE (+) battery cable L-bracket C to the POSITIVE (+) battery terminal D. Using the mounting screw E and two lock washers F, secure the Negative (-) battery cable G to the NEGATIVE (-) battery terminal H.

  • Page 66: Repositioning Joystick

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 7.10 Repositioning Joystick This procedure must be performed by a qualified technician. This procedure applies to both Forks. Remove the mounting screw securing the suspension arm shroud to the suspension arm. Remove the suspension arm shroud from the suspension arm and caster headtube.

  • Page 67: Disconnecting/Connecting The Spj+ Joysticks

    Set Up Maintenance 7.11 Disconnecting/Connecting the SPJ+ 7.12 Disconnecting/Connecting the CMPJ+ Joysticks Joysticks The joystick connector is located at the rear of the seat The joystick connector is located at the rear of the seat frame. frame. 7.11.1 Disconnecting the SPJ+ Joysticks Hold the light grey collar portion A of the joystick connector B with one hand and the controller connector C on the wheelchair in the other and disconnect them by pulling them apart.

  • Page 68: Disconnecting The Cmpj+ Joysticks

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base 7.12.2 Disconnecting the CMPJ+ Joysticks Pull the latch A away from the joystick connector. Disconnect the joystick connector from the remaining connectors. 1163181-F~00...

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 8.2 Electrical 8 Troubleshooting For additional troubleshooting information and explanation of error codes, refer to the individual Electronics Manual 8.1 Driving Performance supplied with each wheelchair. Solutions 8.2.1 SPJ+, SPJ+ w/PSS or SPJ+ w/ACC Joysticks Check for Check for If pneumatic, The joystick information gauge and the service indicator give loose stem...
  • Page 70 Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base Service Indicator Light A A A Diagnostics All LEDs are Power is on. Fewer than three LEDs on implies reduced battery charge. Left Red Battery The batteries LED is charge is should be charged low.

  • Page 71: Cmpj+, Psr+, Psf+ Joysticks Or Displays

    Troubleshooting Left Park Brake Ensure brake lever is in the General Fault Contact Invacare/Dealer for Fault drive position before turning service. on the wheelchair. Ensure Incompatible Wrong type of remote motor cable is plugged into or incorrect connected. Contact the controller.
  • Page 72 Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base SYMPTOM PROBABLE SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS CAUSE SOLUTIONS BATTERY FAULT Batteries need to be Charge batteries. BAD JOYSTICK The joystick Recalibrate the displays and the charged (Error code Refer to Charging CAL VALUES calibration values...
  • Page 73 Replace if malfunction. Motor “chatters” or Motor/gearbox Stop use of necessary. runs irregular. malfunction. Wheelchair. Contact Contact Dealer/Invacare Dealer/Invacare for service. for Service. Battery indicator Battery failure. Check batteries Joystick erratic or Damaged motor Contact flashes the charge for shorted cell.

  • Page 74: Checking Battery Charge Level

    Invacare® FDX® Power Wheelchair Base SYMPTOM PROBABLE DON’T CAUSE SOLUTIONS Don’t put new batteries into Fully charge a new battery Wheelchair does Electrical Contact service before charging. before using. not respond to malfunction. Dealer/Invacare Don’t tip or tilt batteries. Use a carrying strap to remove, commands.
  • Page 75 Notes...
  • Page 76 USA One Invacare Way, Elyria, Ohio USA, 44036–2125, 800–333–6900 Canada 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8, Mississauga Ontario, L4Z 4G4 Canada, 800–668–5324 www.invacare.com 1163181-F~00 2015-11-5 Making Life’s Experiences Possible™ *1163181F~00*...

This manual is also suitable for:

Fdx-mcgFdx-cg

Table of Contents