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Invacare AVIVA FX Series Service Manual

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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series
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  • Page 1 Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series en Power Wheelchair Service Manual PROVIDER: Keep this manual. The procedures in this manual MUST be performed by a qualified technician.
  • 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

    Contents 6.9.4 Updating Software ......44 6.10 Batteries ........44 6.10.1 General Instructions on Handling Batteries .

  • Page 4: General

    Invacare reserves the right to alter product specifications without further notice. Before reading this document, make sure you have the latest version. You find the latest version as a PDF on the Invacare website. For pre-sale and user information, see the user manual.

  • Page 5: Images In This Manual

    General 1.4 Images in This Manual The detailed images in this manual are given marks to identify various components. Component marks in text and operational instructions always relate to the image directly above. 1675507-A...

  • Page 6: Safety

    • The CE marking is invalidated if components or accessories/options are replaced or added that have not been approved for this product by Invacare. • In this case, the company that adds or replaces the components or accessories/options is responsible for the conformity assessment/CE marking or for registering the mobility device as a special design and for the relevant documentation.
  • Page 7 – Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare providers. – Invacare supplies all mobility devices with a standard drive program ex-works. Invacare can only give a warranty for safe mobility device driving behavior - especially tipping stability - for this standard drive program.

  • Page 8: Hygiene

    Use saturated Cleaning and reconditioning disinfectant wipes disinfection and clean* the device surface. *Invacare uses detergent "Nücosept special" 1.5% in water ml/ml Disinfection Tools • Disposable wipes (fleece) • Brushes to clean areas difficult to access Further Information For more information contact your Invacare service department.

  • Page 9: Setup

    Adjusting the seating position in order to adapt the mobility device optimally to the requirements of the user, we recommend that you ask your authorised Invacare provider to adjust seat depth individually. Adapting the seat to the user's seating position depends on the seat that has been fitted, and should be carried out in the following sequence.

  • Page 10: Adjusting Centre Of Gravity Of Seat

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series Ultra Low Maxx Seat The seat depth A can be adjusted by moving the position of side rails with front seat plates in relation to the backrest. See user manual of Ultra Low Maxx. 4.2.3 Adjusting Centre of Gravity of Seat The centre of gravity of seat (CoG) can be adjusted by mounting seat frame farther towards front or the rear of seat.

  • Page 11: Testing

    4. If there is a defect, replace motor and send it to Invacare Service for inspection or repair. Fig. 5-2 DuraWatt motor serves as an example. 5.3 Rain test •...

  • Page 12: Field Load Test

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series 5.4 Field Load Test Old batteries loose their ability to store and release power due to increased internal resistance. In this procedure, batteries are tested under load using a digital voltmeter to check battery charge level at the charger connector. The charger connector is located on the remote.
  • Page 13 Testing DON’T Don’t use chargers or batteries that are not appropriate Follow recommendations in this manual when selecting for the chair. a battery or charger. Don’t put new batteries into service before charging. Fully charge a new battery before using. Don’t tip or tilt batteries.

  • Page 14: Service

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series 6 Service 6.1 General Warning Information on Installation Work CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage to property, if the maximum speed reduction on a mobility device with a lifter does not function correctly The mobility device’s electronics must reduce the maximum possible speed as soon as the lifter is raised above 100 mm.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    The power modules used are described in the corresponding controls manual. The tables for rectification of operational faults listed in the following chapters are only an excerpt from the original manufacturer's manuals. You can obtain the original manuals from Invacare. 6.4.2 Drive Fault Diagnosis Problem...
  • Page 16 Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series Documentation Problem Other symptoms Possible cause Solution None Motors stop and start Voltage decline Stop driving and allow again electronics to cool down. None Motor runs but loses High motor load Stop driving and allow power...
  • Page 17 Service Documentation Problem Other symptoms Possible cause Solution None Motor makes clicking Clutch(es) defective Replace clutch. See 6.7.2 Replacing noise Motor/Gearbox Unit, page 26. Bearing defective Replace motor. See 6.7.2 Replacing Motor/Gearbox Unit, page 26. Collector defective Measure internal See 5.1 Testing resistance of motor, Motor, page 11 and 6.7.2 Replacing...

  • Page 18: Charging Device Fault Diagnosis

    Defective mains supply cable. Check the mains supply cable. Replace damaged cables or send the battery charger to Invacare Service for repair. LEDs are burnt out Send the battery charger to Invacare Service for repair. An internal fuse might be burnt out.
  • Page 19 Service Component Notes Check Remedy Armrests Damage to armrests Replace cover if damaged Armrest fixings Tighten screws Fender Damage to fender Replace fender Fender fixings Tighten screws Powered tilt Tight fit of SL retainer Replace SL retainer clip clip, if necessary Powered recline (if Damage to backrest Replace parts if...
  • Page 20 Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series Component Notes Check Remedy Batteries Check batteries for Replace batteries if See 6.10 Batteries, page 44. damage necessary Check battery voltage Charge batteries See user manual. See 6.10 Batteries, page 44. Check contacts and Clean contacts and...

  • Page 21: Shrouds

    Service 6.6 Shrouds 6.6.1 Replacing Rear Shroud Removing Rear Shroud 1. Make sure mobility device is powered down. 2. Disengage top of rear shroud A from battery box B by pulling up rear shroud. 3. Disengage keyholes C from battery box pegs D by pulling up rear shroud.

  • Page 22: Replacing Rear Top Shroud

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series Installing Rear Shroud 1. If lights are present, connect front lights connector E and light power cable connector F to rear lighting harness G inside of rear shroud. Ensure they are connected in proper location, marked by labels on each cable.

  • Page 23: Replacing Top Shroud

    Service 6.6.3 Replacing Top Shroud • 4 mm Allen key • Torque wrench Removing Top Shroud 1. Make sure mobility device is powered down. 2. Remove fasteners B from top shroud A. 3. Remove top shroud from battery box. Installing Top Shroud 1.

  • Page 24: Replacing Fender

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series 1. Make sure mobility device is powered down. 2. Remove side shrouds. 3. Remove screws B securing side panel shroud C to frame. 4. Remove side panel shroud. 5. Install parts in reverse order. Fig. 6-9 Seat assembly not shown for clarity.

  • Page 25: Replacing Rim Cap (Castor Wheel)

    Service 1. Insert tip of screwdriver between cap C and insert B. 2. Remove insert. 3. Insert tip of screwdriver between rim and cap at fulcrum D. 4. Loosen and remove cap. 5. Replace defective parts. 6. Hold cap over rim. 7.

  • Page 26: Replacing Motor/Gearbox Unit

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series 6.7.2 Replacing Motor/Gearbox Unit CAUTION! Risk of Crushing to Hands and Feet by Weight of Component Heavy components may cause injury or damage if dropped or not properly secured. – Pay attention to hand and feet.
  • Page 27 Service Installing Motor/Gearbox Unit 1. Replace defective components: • For replacing motor/gearbox unit proceed to Step • Motor or gearbox: A. Remove nut and washer (2). B. Remove screw (1) which secures sealing ring (3). C. Carefully bend sealing ring apart and remove it. D.

  • Page 28: Ring

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series 6.7.3 Replacing or Rotating Motor/Gearbox Unit Sealing Ring CAUTION! Risk of Crushing to Hands and Feet by Weight of Component Heavy components may cause injury or damage if dropped or not properly secured. – Pay attention to hand and feet.

  • Page 29: Replacing Engaging Lever And Cap

    Service • 5/8“ Allen key • 7/8“ Allen key • 5/16“ Allen key • 6 mm Allen key • Phillips screwdriver size 2 • 10 mm wrench • 1/2“ wrench • 1/4“ wrench • 5/16“ wrench • Torque wrench 0 - 20 Nm (or similar) •...

  • Page 30: Replacing Rubber Bumper

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series Removing Engaging Lever and Cap 1. Remove screws C and D securing engaging lever cap A to engaging lever B. 2. Remove engaging lever cap. 3. Remove set screw E from engaging lever. 4. Remove engaging lever from motor F.
  • Page 31 Service CAUTION! Risk of Uncontrolled Movement of Mobility Device Uncontrolled movement of the mobility device can cause injury or damage. – Power down mobility device. – Engage drive. – Before raising mobility device, secure wheels by blocking them with wedges. –...

  • Page 32: Replacing Suspension Spring

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series 6.7.8 Replacing Suspension Spring CAUTION! Risk of Crushing to Hands and Feet by Weight of Component Heavy components may cause injury or damage if dropped or not properly secured. – Pay attention to hand and feet.

  • Page 33: Replacing Castor Fork

    Service 6.7.9 Replacing Castor Fork • 19 mm wrench • Oblong wooden block (at least 14 cm x 14 cm x 30 cm) Removing Castor Fork 1. Place wooden block underneath mobility device and prop up mobility device. 2. Remove cap A. 3.

  • Page 34: Tyre Pressure

    Risk of damage to rim and tyre when tyre pressure is exceeded – Observe recommended tyre pressure. For recommended tyre pressure see inscription on tyre, rim, or contact Invacare. Compare table below for conversion. 6.8.3 Tyre Types There are three different types of tyres or inner tubes, and specific points must be observed for the replacement of each type.

  • Page 35: Specific Tightening Torques

    Service 6.8.4 Specific Tightening Torques Drive Wheels 10” x 3” 14” 12 1/2” x 2 1/4” Wheel 70 Nm 70 Nm 33 Nm 35 Nm 70 Nm 33 Nm 60 Nm 25 Nm 18 Nm Fixation 25 Nm 25 Nm 10 Nm 25 Nm 25 Nm...
  • Page 36 Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series Models Drive wheels 10” x 3” 12 1/2” x 2 1/4” 14” 4–Spoke 3–Spoke 5–Spoke 5–Spoke 3–Spoke 5–Spoke 5–Spoke 5–Spoke Solid Rim Plas- Rim for (1–Bolt (1–Bolt (1–Bolt (1–Bolt tic Rim (1–Bolt (1–Bolt (5–Screw True Installa-...

  • Page 37: Replacing Drive Wheel (1-Bolt Installation)

    Service Models Castor Wheels 6” 8” 9” 10” Single- Double-Sided Fork Single- Double- Single- Double- Single- Sided/ Sided/ Sided Sided/ Sided Sided Double- Double- Fork Double- Fork Fork Sided Sided Sided Fork Fork Fork TDX SP2 Storm Series Kite Bora Stream Mirage Dragon...

  • Page 38: Replacing Castor Wheels On Single-Sided Fork

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series CAUTION! Risk of Uncontrolled Movement of Mobility Device – Turn off power supply (ON/OFF key). – Engage drive. – Before raising mobility device, secure wheels by blocking them with wedges. – Prevent the mobility device tipping by propping it up on a wooden block which is long and wide enough under the battery case.

  • Page 39: Replacing Tyres

    Service Removing Wheel Fig. 6-33 1. Loosen and remove screw (3) including washer (1). 2. Remove castor. 3. Replace castor. Installing Wheel 1. Install parts in reverse order. 2. When installing wheel, pay attention to correct direction of rotation. 3. Tighten screw (3). 6.8.8 Replacing Tyres Repairing Pneumatic and Puncture-Protected Tyres •...
  • Page 40 Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series 3. Let air escape completely out of tyre by firmly pressing in pin in the centre of valve. CAUTION! Risk of Explosion The wheel explodes if air pressure has not been released from wheel before wheel rim is removed.
  • Page 41 Service 8. When fitting rim halves together, make sure that drill holes and threads for screws are placed exactly on top of each other. 9. Place joiner's clamps in position. 10. Tighten joiner's clamps alternately in small stages until rim halves are precisely aligned. 11.

  • Page 42: Replacing Anti-Tipper Unit

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series 6.8.9 Replacing Anti-Tipper Unit • 6 mm Allen key • 8 mm Allen key • Oblong wooden blocks (at least 14 x 14 x 30 cm) 1. Place wooden blocks underneath mobility device and prop up mobility device.

  • Page 43: Electronics

    Service 6.9 Electronics 6.9.1 Replacing Power Module • 8 mm socket wrench • Torque wrench Removing Module 1. Remove rear shroud, refer to 6.6.1 Replacing Rear Shroud, page 21. 2. Note the location of each cable connected to the power module A for proper reinstallation. 3.

  • Page 44: Updating Software

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series 1. Remove right power module shroud. 2. Unplug all cables on power module. 3. Remove rear shroud. If fitted, unplug cables of rear lights. 4. Unplug all cables between chassis and seating system. 5. Remove battery shroud.

  • Page 45: Handling Damaged Batteries Correctly

    Wash all objects that have come into contact with acid with lots of water. Disposing of Dead or Damaged Batteries Correctly Dead or damaged batteries can be given back to your provider or directly to Invacare. 6.10.3 Replacing Batteries •...
  • Page 46 Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series 7. Disconnect rear battery harness I (red handle). 8. Slide rear battery H out of battery box. Ensure battery cable covers (not shown) do not snag on cables attached to the power module. Fig. 6-43 Removing Front Battery 9.
  • Page 47 Service 6. Lift battery door assembly F with power module A and attached cables over right rear swing arm and position it at the rear of battery box. 7. Lift up and install battery door assembly onto battery box. Ensure hooks of battery box are seated properly in the slots on battery box door.Power module and G-Trac sensor E remain attached to battery door assembly during this procedure.

  • Page 48: Replacing Base Battery Harness

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series 6.10.4 Replacing Base Battery Harness • 4 mm Allen key • Phillips screwdriver • 6 mm socket wrench 1. Remove batteries. Refer to 6.10.3 Replacing Batteries, page 45. 2. Remove top shroud, refer to 6.6.3 Replacing Top Shroud, page 23.

  • Page 49: Replacing Battery Cables

    Service 6.10.5 Replacing Battery Cables WARNING! Risk of death or serious injury Failure to observe these warnings can cause an electrical short resulting in death, serious injury, or damage to the electrical system. – The POSITIVE (+) RED battery cable MUST connect to the POSITIVE (+) battery terminal(s)/post(s). The NEGATIVE (-) BLACK battery cable MUST connect to the NEGATIVE (-) battery terminal(s)/post(s).

  • Page 50: Replacing Circuit Breaker

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series 6.10.6 Replacing Circuit Breaker • 4 mm Allen key • Phillips screw driver 1. Make sure that circuit breaker is in the OFF position. 2. Remove side shroud and side panel shroud. Refer to 6.6.5 Replacing Side Shrouds, page 23 3.

  • Page 51: Cleaning Battery Terminals

    Service 6.10.7 Cleaning Battery Terminals WARNING! Risk of Injury Exposure to battery acid may result in injury. – The use of rubber gloves is recommended when working with batteries. – Do not allow the liquid in the battery to come in contact with skin, clothes or other possessions. It is a form of acid and harmful or damaging burns may result.
  • Page 52 Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series Replacing Rear Battery Door 1. Remove rear shroud. Refer to 6.6.1 Replacing Rear Shroud, page 21. 2. Note location of each cable connected to power module G for proper reinstallation. 3. Note location of tie wraps (not shown) securing cables connected to power module.

  • Page 53: Lighting Unit

    Service 6.11 Lighting unit 6.11.1 Replacing Headlight • 4 mm Allen key • 6 mm Allen key • 10 mm socket wrench • 19 mm socket wrench 1. Remove drive wheel. Refer to 6.8.6 Replacing Drive Wheel (1–Bolt Installation), page 37. 2.
  • Page 54 Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series CAUTION! Risk of Uncontrolled Movement of Mobility Device – Turn off power supply (ON/OFF key). – Engage drive. – Before raising mobility device, secure wheels by blocking them with wedges. – Prevent the mobility device tipping by propping it up on a wooden block which is long and wide enough under the battery case.
  • Page 55 Service There are two different brackets available for adjusting the seat to floor height: • A Seat to floor height 470 mm • D Seat to floor height 440 mm • B Seat to floor height 495 mm • C Seat to floor height 520 mm Fig.

  • Page 56: Mounting Adaptation Kit For Dahl Docking Systems Mk Ii And Variodock

    Invacare® AVIVA™ FX Series 7 Mounting Adaptation Kit for Dahl Docking Systems MK II and Variodock Installation of Dahl Docking Stations in Vehicles Only professional companies in the business of converting or building wheelchair accessible vehicles can order the docking system from Dahl Engineering.
  • Page 57 Mounting Adaptation Kit for Dahl Docking Systems MK II and Variodock • TX27 Torx key • Low-strength thread locking adhesive (Loctite 222 or similar) 1. Remove batteries. See Removing Batteries. 2. Place nuts A in predrilled holes in plate B and battery box C with the recess down.
  • Page 58 Notes...
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  • Page 60 Australia: Canada: New Zealand: United Kingdom & Ireland: Invacare Australia Pty. Ltd. Invacare Canada L.P. Invacare New Zealand Ltd Invacare Limited Unit 18/12 Stanton Road, 84 Citation Dr #14 4 Westfield Place, Mt Wellington 1060 Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed Seven Hills, NSW 2147,...

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