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- Page 1 Rea® Spirea® 4 NG en Medium active wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, this manual MUST be read and saved 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 4.13 Cane holder ....... . . 22 5 Setup ......... . . 23 5.1 Safety information. -
Page 4: General
1.4 Limitation of Liability Note that there may be sections in this document, which are Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from: not relevant to your product, since this document applies to all available models (on the date of printing). If not •... -
Page 5: Safety
WARNING! – Invacare strongly recommend the use of Risk due to driving style being unsuitable for the anti-tipper (available as an option) when using conditions your backposts with additional load. -
Page 6: Labels And Symbols On The Product
– Only use original parts for the product in use. European conformity – Due to regional differences, refer to your local Invacare catalog or website for available Read user manual options or contact your Invacare distributor. See addresses at the end of this document. -
Page 7: Product Overview
Product Overview 3.3 Main parts of the wheelchair 3 Product Overview 3.1 Product Description This is a medium active wheelchair with crossbar folding mechanism and swing-away leg rests. IMPORTANT! The wheelchair is manufactured and configured individually to the specifications in the order. The specification must be performed by a healthcare professional according to the user’s requirements and health condition. -
Page 8: Parking Brakes
– Avoid tilting up the wheelchair with a user – Therefore, Invacare strongly recommend the weight of more than 125 kg. use of anti-tippers (available as an option) when using your back posts with additional load (back pack or similar items). -
Page 9: Fixed Backrest
Do not move the wheelchair when the backrest WARNING! is in reclined position. Risk of tipping – Invacare strongly recommend the use of Do not move the wheelchair when the backrest anti-tippers (available as an option) when the is in reclined position. -
Page 10: Backbrace
Rea® Spirea® 4 NG 3.5.7 Backbrace Folding the backrest bar There are two types of backbraces (Standard backbrace and Folding backrest bar) available. Standard backbrace for the backrest The backbrace links the two push handles, provides tension to the backrest upholstery and must always be in position on recliner versions. -
Page 11: Adjusting The Push Bar
Product Overview 3.7 Adjusting the push bar 3.8 Adjusting the seat depth WARNING! WARNING! Risk of injury Risk of tipping The push bar can loosen from the attachments – When the seat depth is adjusted backwards, – Check that the hand wheels can be tightened also adjust the rear wheels backwards to properly, the screw of the hand wheel should decrease the risk of tipping. -
Page 12: Mudguard
Rea® Spirea® 4 NG 3.10 Mudguard 3.11.1 Detachable armrests In order to prevent dirt from the wheels spraying upwards, a removable mudguard can be fitted. The position of the mudguard can be adjusted. 1. Loosen the screw A. Removing 2. Adjust the armrest height to the required position. 3. -
Page 13: Armrest, Height Adjustable, Removable
Product Overview 3.11.3 Armrest, height adjustable, removable IMPORTANT! Risk of damage to the leg rest mechanism – Do not place anything heavy, or let children sit on the leg rest. 3.12.1 Angle adjustable legrest Angle adjustable legrests support the legs and reduces pressure. -
Page 14: Fixed Legrest
Rea® Spirea® 4 NG Adjusting the height, depth and angle 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 15: Anti-Tipper
Setting the height – In some configurations, the static stability of the wheelchair may be lower than 10°; Invacare WARNING! strongly recommends the use of anti-tipper Risk of overturning (available as an option). -
Page 16: Anti-Tipper Swing-Away
WARNING! done by a qualified technician. Risk of overturning – We recommend to use an Invacare or Matrx – The adjustments of the anti-tipper must be cushion with anti-slip base cover in order to carried out by a qualified technician. -
Page 17: Options
Options 4 Options 1. Loosen the handle D. 2. Loosen the screws C. 3. Adjust the depth and angle of the headrest. 4. Re-tighten the handle and the screws. 4.1 Headrest / Neckrest WARNING! 4.2 Table tray Imbalance of the chair –... -
Page 18: Adjusting The Depth Of The Table Tray
Rea® Spirea® 4 NG 4.2.2 Adjusting the depth of the table tray Open the safety lock for the depth adjustment A. 1. Place the locking pin A in the table attachment. 2. Press the locking pin A inwards to unlock the table B. Keep pressing the locking pin inwards in order to keep the table in an unlocked position . -
Page 19: Mounting The Half Tray
Options CAUTION! Risk of pinching or minor cuts – Do not transfer from the wheelchair when the half tray is in horizontal position. The half tray can be adjusted in width and swung away. 4.4.1 Mounting the half tray 1. Place the cushion for the half tray A on the tray. Mounting the half tray 2. -
Page 20: Posture Belt
Rea® Spirea® 4 NG 4.7 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 21: Oxygen Cylinder Holder
Options WARNING! Risk of tipping – Do not move the wheelchair when the backrest is in reclined position. – We strongly recommend the use of anti-tippers (available as an option) when using your wheelchair with rear additional load (O² cylinder or similar items). -
Page 22: One-Arm Drive
(internal position) or with the inner, smaller • High pressure >6 bars hand rim outside the larger hand rim (external Instruction for use printed on the packaging. position).Invacare recommends that smaller hand rim adjustment must be carried out by a qualified technician. 4.12 Passive illumination •... -
Page 23: Setup
Setup 5.4 Unfolding the wheelchair 5 Setup 5.1 Safety information CAUTION! Risk of injury – Before using the wheelchair, check its general condition and its main functions, 8.2 Maintenance Schedule, page 36. Your authorized provider will supply your wheelchair ready for use. -
Page 24: Fitting The Armrests
Rea® Spirea® 4 NG 5.6 Fitting the armrests Turn the legrest A inwards to lock it into position. The legrests are automatically locked, there is no risk of them coming off the wheelchair. CAUTION! Risk of trapping fingers – Be careful not to trap your fingers between the frame and the legrests. -
Page 25: Using The Wheelchair
Using the wheelchair 6 Using the wheelchair CAUTION! Risk of burning your hands If you brake for a long time, a lot of frictional heat is produced at the handrims (especially anti 6.1 Safety information slip handrims). – Wear suitable gloves. WARNING! Risk of accidents 1. -
Page 26: Move To/From The Wheelchair
Rea® Spirea® 4 NG Assistant operated brake WARNING! Risk of overturning The wheelchair could tip forwards if you stand on the footrest. – Never stand on the footrest when getting in and out. CAUTION! If you disengage or damage the brakes the wheelchair could roll away out of control. -
Page 27: Negotiating Steps And Kerbs
Using the wheelchair 6.5 Negotiating steps and kerbs CAUTION! A heavy load hanging on the backrest can affect WARNING! the wheelchair’s centre of gravity. Risk of overturning – Change your driving style accordingly. When negotiating steps you could lose your balance and tip the wheelchair over. -
Page 28: Going Up And Down Stairs
Rea® Spirea® 4 NG Going up a step with an assistant WARNING! Risk of serious injuries Going up steps and kerbs frequently can result in earlier than expected fatigue break of the wheelchair backrest. The user might fall out of the wheelchair. -
Page 29: Stability And Balance When Seated
Using the wheelchair Going down slopes When going down slopes, it is important to control your direction and particularly your speed. 1. Point the front wheels forwards. (To do this, move your wheelchair forwards slightly then back again.) 2. Apply both parking brakes. 1. -
Page 30: Transport
Rea® Spirea® 4 NG Unfolding the wheelchair 7 Transport 7.1 Safety information WARNING! Risk of injury if the wheelchair is not properly secured In the event of an accident, braking manoeuvre, etc. you may suffer serious injuries from flying wheelchair parts. –... -
Page 31: Removing And Fitting The Rear Wheels
Transport 7.4 Removing and fitting the rear wheels 1. Release the spring button A. 2. Fold the backrest bar B downwards. WARNING! Risk of overturning 7.5.2 Removing the armrests If the removable axle of a rear wheel is not fully engaged, the wheel can become loose during use. -
Page 32: Remove The Legrest Angle Adjustable
7.5.5 Remove the footrest fixed following rules are met, injuries to passengers may occur in a collision or sudden stop. Therefore Invacare strongly recommends transferring the wheelchair user to the vehicle seat with the seatbelt on. Do not make alterations or substitutions to points of the wheelchair (structure, frame or parts) without the written consent of Invacare Corporation. - Page 33 Transport WARNING! The choice of wheelchair configuration (seat width – Before journey contact transporter and request and depth, wheelbase) influences maneuverability information about the capability for the below and access to motor vehicles. required equipment. – Make sure there is sufficient free space around Securing the wheelchair with a 4-point restraint the wheelchair and user to avoid the user system...
- Page 34 Rea® Spirea® 4 NG Front side tie-down positions for belt straps: Rear side tie-down positions for snap hooks: 1. Attach the snap hooks to the orange rings as shown in 1. Attach the front straps above the castor supporters the two figures above (see location of the attachment as shown in the figure above (see location of the labels).
- Page 35 Transport Fastening the 3-point passenger restraint system 1. Attach the 3-point passenger restraint system referring to the user manual supplied with your 3-point restraint system. IMPORTANT! – Apply the posture belt of the 3-point passenger restraint system low across the pelvis so that the angle of the posture belt is within IMPORTANT! the preferred zone (A) of 30°...
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Page 36: Maintenance
2. Tighten any loose bolts with the suitable torque. Check the tyre Therefore refer to the Service Manual, available on the pressure internet at www.invacare.eu.com. Check that rear wheels are seated IMPORTANT! correctly Self-locking screws/nuts or thread-locking adhesive are used for several connections. -
Page 37: Cleaning And Disinfection
Spare parts – If the wheelchair is dirty, wipe off the dirt as soon as possible with a damp cloth and dry it All spare parts may be obtained from an Invacare carefully. authorized provider. 1. Remove any options fitted (only options which do not require tools). -
Page 38: Disinfection
Rea® Spirea® 4 NG 3. Spray the wheelchair chassis with detergent, for example The fabric can be washed at temperatures up to 60º C. a car-cleaning agent with wax, and leave on to work. Normal detergents can be used. 4. Rinse the wheelchair chassis with a high-pressure All parts of the wheelchair with polyurethane-coated cleaning or ordinary jet of water depending on how dirty fabric upholstery, such as armrest pads, calf pads,... -
Page 39: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 9 Troubleshooting CAUTION! – If you notice a fault with your wheelchair, e.g. a significant change in handling, stop using your wheelchair immediately and contact your 9.1 Safety information provider. Faults may arise as a result of daily use, adjustments or changing demands on the wheelchair. -
Page 40: Identifying And Repairing Faults
Rea® Spirea® 4 NG 9.2 Identifying and repairing faults Fault Possible cause Action The wheelchair does not Incorrect tyre pressure on one rear wheel Correct tyre pressure, → 11.3 Tyres, page 43 travel in a straight line One or more spokes broken Replace faulty spoke(s), →... -
Page 41: After Use
After Use Disassemble the product and its components, so the different 10 After Use materials can be separated and recycled individually. The disposal and recycling of used products and packaging 10.1 Storage must comply with the laws and regulations for waste handling in each country. -
Page 42: Technical Data
Rea® Spirea® 4 NG 11 Technical Data Seat width 385 – 510: 135 kg Maximum user weight Seat width 510 – 620: 160 kg 11.1 Dimensions and weight Overall length with leg 990 – 1180 mm All dimension and weight specifications refer to a wide range rests of the wheelchair in a standard configuration. -
Page 43: Maximum Weight Of Removable Parts
Technical Data Maximum slope angle The compatibility of the tyres listed above depends 7° brake on the configuration and/or model of your wheelchair. Diameter max: 111 mm In case of a tyre puncture consult a suitable workshop Oxygen cylinders Length min/max: (e.g. - Page 44 Tel: (44) (0) 1656 776 222 Tel : (353) 1 810 7084 Fax: (44) (0) 1656 776 220 Fax: (353) 1 810 7085 uk@invacare.com ireland@invacare.com www.invacare.co.uk www.invacare.ie Invacare France Operations SAS Route de St Roch F–37230 Fondettes France 1536533-F 2020-03-05 Making Life’s Experiences Possible® *1536533F*...