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Invacare Rea Clematis User Manual

Invacare Rea Clematis User Manual

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Rea® Clematis®
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  • Page 1 Rea® Clematis® en Manual wheelchair passive 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 Contents 6.2.3 Using the tilt / recline function ....20 6.2.4 Using the user operated brake ....21 6.2.5 Stretching and leaning .

  • Page 4: General

    The Rea Clematis® is available in three seat widths. please refer to the last page of this publication where you The armrest height of each chair can be adjusted.

  • Page 5: Service Life

    The wheelchair is intended for disabled persons with no or is reduced to a minimum. It is Invacare‘s goal to comply reduced walking ability and when a steady upright seating with the current environmental legislation (e.g. REACH and position is not possible due to the disability.

  • Page 6: Safety

    Read them carefully! Contact your local – The handrims may become hot due to friction, Invacare office or Health Care provider in case you need which may cause injury to your hands. assistance. – When mounting accessories etc. be careful not to trap your fingers.

  • Page 7: Location Of The Identification Label

    Safety Serial No. A Location of the identification label Max user weight 2.4 Symbols Model Model information such as seat depth and seat height Symbols EAN number Refer to the user manual. 2.3 Location of the identification label This product complies with Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices.

  • Page 8: Setup

    Rea® Clematis® 3 Setup 3.2.2 Fitting the armrests 3.1 Delivery check Any transport damage must be reported immediately to the transport company. Remember to keep the packaging until the transport company has checked the goods and a settlement has been reached. 3.2 Assembly When you receive your wheelchair, you must fit the backrest into place and fit the neckrest, armrests and legrests on the...

  • Page 9: Angle Adjustable Legrests

    Setup 3.2.4 Angle adjustable legrests 3.2.5 Fixed legrests Push the legrests down into the tubes of the legrest attachment. Push the footrest down into the tubes of the legrest attachment. You must angle the legrest outwards when inserting it into the legrest attachment. You must angle the footrest outwards when inserting it into the legrest attachment.

  • Page 10: Wheelchair Overview

    Rea® Clematis® 4 Components 4.2.2 Adjusting the “Laguna” tension adjustable backrest WARNING! Risk of injury 4.1 Wheelchair overview The position of the head could cause neck and/or breathing problems for the user if the velcro® straps come loose at the top of the backrest. –...

  • Page 11: Tilting Seat And Backrest

    Components 1. Use the yellow lever A marked with the yellow symbol Locking the tilt and/or backrest angle adjustment B on the left hand side to angle the backrest. 2. Press upwards while you angle the backrest to the desired position. 3.

  • Page 12: Backrest Tension Adjustable "Laguna

    Rea® Clematis® 4.3.2 Backrest tension adjustable “Laguna” 4.4.2 Seat adjustments Remove the backrest cover A. The seat depth of the chair can easily be adjusted to provide good support. The width between the legrests and armrests and the height of the armrests can also be adjusted. The seat cushion A is secured with Velcro®...

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Legrest Height

    Components 4.7 Adjusting the height of the calf pad 1. Pull the lever A with one hand while supporting the legrest with your other hand. 2. When a suitable angle is obtained, let go of the lever and the legrest will lock into one of seven preset positions B.

  • Page 14: Adjusting The Anti-Tip Device

    Rea® Clematis® — — Pneumatic block pattern puncture proof — — Solid The compatibility of the tires listed above depends on the configuration and/or model of your wheelchair. In case of a tire puncture consult a suitable workshop (e.g. bike repair shop, bicycle dealer ...) to have the tube replaced by a skilled person.

  • Page 15: Accessories

    Accessories 5.2 Adjusting the pommel 5 Accessories 5.1 Adjusting the drip stand The rod of the drip stand must always be placed in a vertical position, i.e in a 90 degree angle to the ground, no matter the position of the backrest or the wheelchair.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Half Tray

    Rea® Clematis® 5.4 Headrest / Neckrest 1. Insert the tube of the half tray A into the attachment B under the arm pad. 5.4.1 Height adjustment 2. Push on the push pin C and insert the ring D on the tube A.

  • Page 17: Trunk Support — Fixed Arm

    Accessories 1. You adjust the height by first loosening the screw/screws The holder for the "swing-away" trunk support is placed in the attachment A on the backrest 2. Move the attachment B upwards or downwards to the desired position. 1. Loosen the knob B. 3.

  • Page 18: Using Lateral Positioning Pads

    Rea® Clematis® 5.8 Posture belt CAUTION! Risk of uncomfortable posture The wheelchair can be equipped with a posture belt. It Insufficient space between the lateral positioning prevents the user from sliding downward in the wheelchair pads can be uncomfortable for certain users. or from falling out of the wheelchair.
  • Page 19 Accessories 1. Shorten or extend the loop D as required. 2. Thread loop D through catch A and plastic buckle E until the loop is flat. 1. Thread the loop F through the fixation on the chair G If this adjustment is not sufficient, it might be required to and then through BOTH plastic buckles H.

  • Page 20: Usage

    Rea® Clematis® 6 Usage 1. Propel the wheelchair as near as possible to the seat that you want to move to. Apply the brake. 6.1 General warnings Usage 3. Remove the armrests or move them upwards out of the way. CAUTION! 4.

  • Page 21: Using The User Operated Brake

    Usage WARNING! Risk of tipping The wheelchair may tip over. – Always have full contact between the backrest and the back. Stretching backwards is not recommended. 6.2.6 Propelling up a slope Step 3 Neutral position 1. Fold down the legrests. 2.

  • Page 22: Climbing A Kerb

    Rea® Clematis® 1. Adjust the anti-tip devices upwards. Ensure that the Risk of falling user’s feet rest securely on the footrests and cannot – Steep slopes should be avoided for safety slide off. Then tilt the wheelchair backwards and push it reasons.
  • Page 23 Usage Risk of injury Lifting the wheelchair incorrectly may injure the assistant. – Do not lift the wheelchair by gripping the removable armrests or legrests. – Lift the wheelchair at the correct points, use the legs when lifting and keep the back as straight as possible.

  • Page 24: Transport

    However, in situations where conditions defer from the test conditions or where the guidelines in this manual are not followed, Invacare cannot be held responsible for the possible outcome of an accident. Configurations and accessories that are unsuitable to be used as a seat in transportation in a vehicle are mentioned later on in this chapter.

  • Page 25: Posture Belt

    Transport 7.2.2 Posture belt 3. The pelvic part of the 3-point safety belt must be worn low across the pelvis. The angle of the posture belt shall be within the preferred zone A. The angle of the posture belt must never exceed 75°.

  • Page 26: Armrest

    Rea® Clematis® 7.3.1 Armrest 7.3.3 Remove the legrest angle adjustable 1. Press and hold the release button A. 2. Remove the armrest. 7.3.2 Folding the backrest 1. Push the lever A inwards. 2. Turn the legrest B outwards. 3. Lift of the legrest. 7.3.4 Remove the footrest fixed Remove the safety pin A and fold the backrest B.

  • Page 27: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance 3. Spray the wheelchair chassis with detergent, for example 8 Maintenance a car-cleaning agent with wax, and leave on to work. 4. Rinse the wheelchair chassis with a high-pressure 8.1 Daily performance check cleaning or ordinary jet of water depending on how dirty the wheelchair is.

  • Page 28: Flat Tire

    Rea® Clematis® Check the chassis for wear and tear like loose parts, cracks or other defects. Chassis A damaged chassis should be checked by a specialist. Check the upholstery for wear and tear like loose Upholstery parts, rips or other defects. 1.

  • Page 29: After Use

    Invacare® is continuously working towards ensuring that the company’s impact on environment, locally and globally, • All Invacare Rea AB packing material is developed to fit is reduced to a minimum. We only use REACH compliant the products in an optimal way to reduce unnecessary materials and components.

  • Page 30: Technical Data

    Rea® Clematis® 10 Technical Data 10.1 Dimensions and weights WARNING! Limited access to emergency escape routes – In some combinations, the total width and length of the wheelchair exceeds the recommended measurements for emergency escape routes. – The recommended values concerning access to emergency escape routes are: Length max. 1200 mm and width max.

  • Page 31: Maximum Weight Of Removable Parts

    Technical Data 16” 20” 22” 24” Width of the wheels 1 3/4” 1 3/8” 1 - 1 3/8” 1 - 1 3/8” Wheel inclination 0° (Wheelchair without load) 10.1.1 Maximum weight of removable parts Maximum weight of removable parts Part: Maximum weight: Legrest angle adjustable with calf pad and footrest 3,1 kg...
  • Page 32 Invacare Sales Companies Ireland: United Kingdom: Invacare Ireland Ltd, Invacare Limited Unit 5 Seatown Business Pencoed Technology Park, Campus Pencoed Seatown Road, Swords, County Bridgend CF35 5AQ Dublin Tel: (44) (0) 1656 776 222 Tel : (353) 1 810 7084...

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