Invacare MK5 EX Service Manual

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  • Page 1 Service Manual MK 5 ™ ™ MK 5 TT-EX ™ ™ Electronics DEALER: Keep this manual. The procedures in this manual MUST be performed by a qualified technician. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com...
  • Page 2 INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. NOTE: This manual is also available in French Canadian (Part Number 1123834). NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are available on www.invacare.com. ™ ™ ™...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ................7 SECTION 1—EMI INFORMATION ............8 SECTION 2—TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 10 All Power Wheelchairs ...........................10 Wheelchairs With Powered Seating Systems..................11 Formula™TRE only ..........................12 SECTION 3—JOYSTICK DESCRIPTIONS ..........14 Joystick Overview.............................14 DPJ Joystick Switches and Indicators ....................14 Power/Drive Select Toggle Switch ....................14 Selecting the Drive Mode ......................14 Turning the Wheelchair Off ......................14...
  • Page 4 Calibrating the Control Module......................33 SECTION 8—CURRENT STATUS DISPLAY ......... 37 SECTION 9—DIAGNOSTIC CODES ............ 38 What Are Diagnostics Codes? ......................38 MK5 EX Controller Diagnostic Codes ....................38 MK5 TT-EX Controller Diagnostic Codes ..................39 SECTION 10—OPTIONS ..............42 Display Unit..............................42 Drive Select and On/Off Switch .......................42 Selecting the Drive Mode ......................42...
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS 1556m Heavy Duty Joystick ........................53 Using the Heavy Duty Joystick......................54 AUX12 Eight Output Electronic Communications Module ............54 AUX34 Ten Output Electronic Communications Module .............55 ECU1 and ECU2 ............................55 ECU3 and ECU4 ............................55 Connector Description...........................55 MK5 Tilt, Recline and Elevate Control Module (TRECM)..............56 Programming the TRECM........................57 TRECM Performance Adjust Menu Description ..............57...
  • Page 6 MI and M2 Motor Connectors ......................75 4-Pin (MK5 EX) ............................75 13-Pin D-Sub (MK5 TT EX).......................76 5-Pin Connector on Control Module....................76 PTO/Charge Input (MK5 EX) ........................76 Remote On/Off Input On MPJ or Display unit..................76 SECTION 13—CURRENT ROLLBACK ..........77 What Is Current Rollback?........................77 What Increases the Likelihood of Current Rollback?..............77...
  • Page 7: Special Notes

    REPAIR OR SERVICE WARNING Setup of the Electronic Controller is to be performed ONLY by individuals certified by Invacare. The adjustments of the controller may affect other activities of the wheelchair. Damage to the equipment could occur under these circumstances. If uncertified individuals perform any work on these units, the warranty is void.
  • Page 8: Section 1-Emi Information

    SECTION 1—EMI INFORMATION SECTION 1—EMI INFORMATION WARNING CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED WHEELCHAIR. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in this text, both will be referred to as powered wheelchairs) may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two way radios, and...
  • Page 9 EMI (as of May 1994) (the higher the level, the greater the protection); 2) The immunity level of the product is unknown. Modification of any kind to the electronics of this wheelchair as manufactured by Invacare may adversely affect the RFI immunity levels. ™ ™...
  • Page 10: Section 2-Troubleshooting

    Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service. not respond as desired. Electrical malfunction. Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service. Controller programmed Contact Dealer/Invacare to have controller improperly. reprogrammed. Wheelchair veers to the Joystick needs to be calibrated. Calibrate joystick with programmer. If this does not left or right when driving work, replace joystick.
  • Page 11: Wheelchairs With Powered Seating Systems

    Check all motor connectors. connection/Motor locks Make sure motor locks are engaged. disengaged. Malfunctioning seating Replace seating system controller. Contact Invacare. system controller (TRECM, SAC-E, or ESC). Bad user switch. Use the programmer to check the TRECM Current Status Menu for switch status. Refer to TRECM Current Status Menu Description on page 59.
  • Page 12: Formula™Tre Only

    (TRECM, SAC-E, or ESC). descriptions. Replace seating system controller, if necessary. Contact Invacare. Wheelchair will not drive when If not an Elevate Only Return to neutral position (upright and completely seat is elevated.
  • Page 13 Limit switches not Check limit switches for damage. If damaged replace them. adjusted properly. Contact Invacare. Check limit switch setting. Refer to TRECM Current Status Menu Description on page 59. Refer to the Formula TRE setup instructions, part number 1125061 for limit switch adjustment instructions.
  • Page 14: Section 3-Joystick Descriptions

    SECTION 3—JOYSTICK DESCRIPTIONS SECTION 3—JOYSTICK DESCRIPTIONS Joystick Overview There are two (2) standard joysticks which make up the MK5 system. The two (2) joystick ™ ™ types are the DPJ and MPJ . The joysticks differ in user controls, switches, number of programmable drives and performance adjustments.
  • Page 15: Speed Control Knob

    SECTION 3—JOYSTICK DESCRIPTIONS Speed Control Knob The speed control knob is located at the back of the joystick housing. 1. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the maximum speed of the wheelchair. 2. Turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease the maximum speed of the wheelchair. Mode (On/Off) Switch The mode (on/off) switch is a push button switch located at the front of the joystick.
  • Page 16: Power/Drive Select Toggle Switch

    SECTION 3—JOYSTICK DESCRIPTIONS Power/Drive Select Toggle Switch A three (3) position power/drive select toggle switch is located on the side of the joystick housing. The DRIVE SELECT position is momentary. This switch allows the operator to select the type of operation or performance which best suits a particular control need or situation.
  • Page 17: Remote On/Off Input

    SECTION 3—JOYSTICK DESCRIPTIONS The right half of the display is the Information Center. The Information Center displays current data on the wheelchair. FIGURE 3.3 shows the factory default odometer display. The top line shows the unit of measured MI (miles). The second line is the value, 0000 (total miles driven).
  • Page 18: Section 4-Remote Programmer

    SECTION 4—REMOTE PROGRAMMER SECTION 4—REMOTE PROGRAMMER Overview NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.1. The Remote Programmer is the information center of the control module. Through simple key sequences, the Remote Programmer allows modification of the performance characteristics, gives diagnostics information for trouble shooting and permits calibration of the control module.
  • Page 19: Value

    SECTION 4—REMOTE PROGRAMMER Value Each function has a value. It is the degree or amount of the function which is used to influence the overall wheelchair performance. Most values are numerical or in percentages, for instance - high speed may be set to 75% of the wheelchair's maximum. For others, the value is either ON or OFF, for example - Stand-by Mode.
  • Page 20: Section 5-Performance Adjustments

    SECTION 5—PERFORMANCE ADJUSTMENTS SECTION 5—PERFORMANCE ADJUSTMENTS Speed and Response Screen The first display screen shown after powering on the Remote Programmer is the Speed and Response screen. The first line shows the current drive. The second line shows the forward speed. The third line shows the responsiveness of the wheelchair to changes in drive commands.
  • Page 21: Making Performance Adjustments

    SECTION 5—PERFORMANCE ADJUSTMENTS Remote SPEED Programmer RESPONSE FORWARD SPD LCD Display TURNING SPD ACCELERATION TURN ACCELERATION TURN DECELERATION BRAKING REVERSE SPEED TORQUE POWER LEVEL JOYSTICK THROW FIGURE 5.1 Performance Menu The following menu items are added as shown in the chart below: JOYSTICK/OPTIONAL DEVICE ADDITIONAL MENU ITEM THE MPJ JOYSTICK...
  • Page 22 SECTION 5—PERFORMANCE ADJUSTMENTS The display screen will change to show the driving programs available for programming. The DPJ joystick has only two driving programs, only DRIVE 1 and DRIVE 2 will be shown. Use the key to move the selection arrow down to select drives displayed. DRIVE 1 DRIVE 2 DRIVE 3...
  • Page 23 SECTION 5—PERFORMANCE ADJUSTMENTS To change the programmed value for TURN ACCELERATION, press the key so the selection arrow points to TURN ACCELERATION. TURNING SPD ACCELERATION TURN ACCELERATION BRAKING Press the SELECT key. The display screen changes to the adjustment screen. The top line shows the function.
  • Page 24: Performance Menu Description

    SECTION 5—PERFORMANCE ADJUSTMENTS SAVING CHANGES TO DRIVE 1 CONTINUE? PRESS MENU QUIT? PRESS POWER Pressing the MENU key allows the adjustment sequence to be repeated for other drive programs or the new program can be test driven by pressing the POWER key to turn OFF the display screen (The wheelchair cannot be driven while the display screen is ON.).
  • Page 25 SECTION 5—PERFORMANCE ADJUSTMENTS MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION JOYSTICK JOYSTICK THROW CALIBRATION is used to calibrate the neutral position and the full THROW speed travel of the proportional joystick. By moving the joystick successively to each posi- tion, the control module stores the maximum displacement of the joystick and later, during driving, uses the values to generate a full speed command whenever that displacement is reached.
  • Page 26 SECTION 5—PERFORMANCE ADJUSTMENTS MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION INPUT TYPE? The INPUT TYPE function tells the control module which joystick or switch is to be used to drive the wheelchair when more than one driver control device is mounted on the wheel- chair.
  • Page 27 Use the keys to select 1 SPEED, 3 SPEEDS, 5 SPEEDS or CRUISE CTL. NOTE: Either Invacare's proportional or switch-type (TASH) joysticks can be used with MOM MODE SEL and LATCHED TYPE. MOM REVERSE MOMENTARY REVERSE MODE - This mode provides a selection between latched or momentary in reverse.
  • Page 28 Remote Drive Selection capability. Use the key to disable the function. NOTE: Either Invacare's proportional or switch (TASH) type joysticks can be used with REMOTE SEL. AUDIBLE IND This function enables the audible indicator installed in MK5 option displays. When activated, the beeper sounds to indicate control module Mode and Level changes.
  • Page 29 SECTION 5—PERFORMANCE ADJUSTMENTS MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION AXES Axes Selection redirects the driver input command to another axis. For example: The for- SELECTION ward movement of the joystick can be changed to a reverse command. Each of the four input axes can be redirected to any output axis. Also, OFF can be selected which will disable any response from that axis.
  • Page 30 SECTION 5—PERFORMANCE ADJUSTMENTS MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION TILT/RECLINE This function appears when the MK5 Tilt Recline Control Module (TRECM, TRCM or TAC) is installed. There are six (6) operating modes in the TILT/RECLINE function. 1. 4-SW Four Switch mode uses all four quadrants of the joystick. Each command is momentary (a command is active only as long as the joystick is displaced in that direc- tion).
  • Page 31 SECTION 5—PERFORMANCE ADJUSTMENTS MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION TILT/RECLINE With this program selection the user does not have to use the emergency stop/reset switch WITH STANDBY to select the TILT/RECLINE function. First the user waits for Standby time-out. (Set by the SELECT TIME function.).
  • Page 32: Section 6-Standard Value Settings

    SECTION 6—STANDARD VALUE SETTINGS SECTION 6—STANDARD VALUE SETTINGS Standard Value Settings The standard value settings are available as a reference point for initial set-up of the wheelchair, for final user setting or whenever major changes have been made in the performance and a known starting point needs to be reestablished.
  • Page 33: Section 7-Calibration Of The Control Module

    BALANCE corrects for veer when going straight on level ground. Veer is corrected by BALANCE increasing or decreasing the voltage applied to the left motor as a percentage of that (MK5 EX ONLY) applied to the right motor. Use the key to correct for veer to the right and the for veer to the left.
  • Page 34 SECTION 7—CALIBRATION OF THE CONTROL MODULE MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION CALIBRATE The MK5 TT EX is matched to the motors in order to attain smooth control and high effi- MOTOR ciency. Re-calibration of the MK5 TT EX is required ONLY when a motor or controller (MK5 TT EX has been changed on the wheelchair.
  • Page 35 SECTION 7—CALIBRATION OF THE CONTROL MODULE MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION DRIVE CONFIG. Drive Configuration is used to match the control to the type of wheelchair being driven. The available selections CWD (center wheel drive) and RWD (rear wheel drive). Use the keys to select the type of wheelchair being driven.
  • Page 36 SET SPEED MAX. Calibrates the speedometer and odometer of the wheelchair. The value is maximum (MK5 EX ONLY) speed of the wheelchair in mph or kmh. Refer to the wheelchair specification for this value, as motor type, gear ratio and wheel diameter all affect maximum speed. Use the to set the value to match the wheelchair maximum speed.
  • Page 37: Section 8-Current Status Display

    Check the connector and wiring to the device. It may need to be replaced. SOFTWARE VERSION Gives software version number(s) in the control module. MK5 EX dis- plays one number. MK5 TT-EX displays two numbers. BATTERY VOLTAGE Displays the current battery voltage. A low voltage may indicate battery problems.
  • Page 38: Section 9-Diagnostic Codes

    Refer to the Power Wheelchair Service Manual for detailed troubleshooting and repair instructions. Below is a list of the diagnostics codes and their causes: MK5 EX Controller Diagnostic Codes NUMBER DIAGNOSTICS...
  • Page 39: Mk5 Tt-Ex Controller Diagnostic Codes

    SECTION 9—DIAGNOSTIC CODES NUMBER DIAGNOSTICS CAUSE OF ERROR OF FLASHES CODE E 23 RAM fault detected E 24 M1 null offset E 25 M2 null offset E 26 Configuration register not programmed E 27 EPROM error detected E 30 CPU EEPROM fault detected E 31 Isolation Relay is faulty E 32...
  • Page 40: Mk5 Tt-Ex Diagnostic Codes

    SECTION 9—DIAGNOSTIC CODES MK5 TT-EX DIAGNOSTIC CODES NO. OF DIAGNOSTICS USER CAUSE OF ERROR BGD BARS CODE ADVICE* FLASHING E 40 Unidentifiable error E 41 Replace control only if fault repeats. E 42 M2 Current Sensor Error E 43 M2 Current Sensor Error E 44 M1 Current Sensor Error E 45...
  • Page 41 SECTION 9—DIAGNOSTIC CODES MK5 TT-EX DIAGNOSTIC CODES NO. OF DIAGNOSTICS USER CAUSE OF ERROR BGD BARS CODE ADVICE* FLASHING E 79 Internal power supply fault - replace control E 80 Low battery - recharge/check condition E 81 High battery fault E 82 M2 motor brake coil short circuit E 83...
  • Page 42: Section 10-Options

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS SECTION 10—OPTIONS Display Unit NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.1 and FIGURE 10.2. Some optional equipment is available with a display unit. LCD Display Charger/Programming Port Drive Select/On/ Remote On/Off Off Switch Switch Input FIGURE 10.1 Display Unit Drive Select and On/Off Switch A three (3) position toggle switch is located on the display module in the lower right corner.
  • Page 43: Lcd Display

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS LCD Display The LCD Display is located on the display module and provides information on the status of the wheelchair through a 2 line by 12 character length back lighted display. The LCD display is readable in both bright sunlight and complete darkness. During normal operation the active drive is displayed on the left half of the first line.
  • Page 44: Mk5 Psr/Psf Joysticks

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS MK5 PSR/PSF Joysticks NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.3. Joystick Overview The MK5 PSR (Personalized Switch - Rear Mount) and PSF (Personalized Switch - Front Mount) provide proportional drive control of speed and direction through the joystick, located at the front or rear of the control.
  • Page 45: Power/Drive Select Toggle Switch

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS MK5 PSR PBOD/OL Joystick MK5 PSF Joystick Horn On/Off Toggle Drive Select Charger/Programming Push Button Port (4 Drive) Charger/Programming Port MK5 PSR TOHSS/OL Joystick MK5 PSR RHSS/OL Joystick On/Off and Drive Select On/Off and Toggle Horn Toggle (1 Drive Only) Speed Control Speed Knob...
  • Page 46: Selecting The Drive Mode

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS Selecting the Drive Mode 1. Move the toggle up and release. The DRIVE 1 indicator lights up. 2. Move the toggle up and release again. The DRIVE 2 indicator lights up. 3. Move the toggle up and release again. The DRIVE 3 indicator lights up. 4.
  • Page 47: 1558M4 Compact Joystick

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS The red level indicator provides information on the control level within each mode. Its operation changes with each mode: MODE (RED LED) INDICATION Latched, Proportional or Attendant Momentary Speed Level Off - Slowest Flashing - Medium Rapid Flashing - Fastest ECU/Recliner Control Active Output Off - ECU (level) One and Three...
  • Page 48: 1500M4 Rim Head Control

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS 1500M4 Rim Head Control NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.5. NOTE: This option is available with a display unit. Refer to Display Unit on page 42 for more information. The 1500M4 is a proportional three axis control for driving and controlling wheelchair functions with the head and a separate display module.
  • Page 49: 1554M5 Or 1554M4 Sip & Puff Switch Input

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS 1554M5 or 1554M4 Sip & Puff Switch Input NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.7. NOTE: This option is available with a display unit. Refer to Display Unit on page 42 for more information. The 1554M4 and 1554M5 are non-proportional input modules with built-in pneumatic pressure sensor and an independent display module.
  • Page 50: Proportional Attendant Connector

    Hard Sip REVERSE Mounting Precautions and Maintenance Various mounting methods can be used for the non-proportional input module. Invacare recommends the following: 1. Clear vinyl tubing should always be allowed to droop below the level of the input module to form a saliva trap to indicate when cleaning is required.
  • Page 51: Calibrating The Sip & Puff Pressures

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS NOTE: The input type selection must be made for each drive program individually. This feature provides the ability to have two driver input controls for greater flexibility in meeting the needs of individual users. However, for single driver input chairs, failing to make a consistent selection in all drive programs will result in the wheelchair appearing to be inoperable in one or more drives.
  • Page 52: Pacm5 Proportional Attendant Control

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS The screens for the Soft Sip and Hard Sip are similar except that the bottom scale shows sipping pressure or vacuum at the transducer. PACM5 Proportional Attendant Control NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.8. The PACM5 proportional attendant control is used in conjunction with the 1554M5 Sip & Puff Switch Input.
  • Page 53: 1552M Attendant Control

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS 1552M Attendant Control NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.9. The 1552M Attendant Switch Control Assembly is used in conjunction with the 1554M4 or 1554M5 Sip & Puff Switch Input. The assembly contains one toggle switch, a four directional switch and a 9 pin D-Subminiature connector that plugs into the 1554M4 or 1554M5 switch input.
  • Page 54: Using The Heavy Duty Joystick

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS The Model 1556M Heavy Duty Joystick is a non-proportional control intended to be used with the Model 1554M4 or 1554M5 Sip & Puff Switch Input as a driver control in applications where inductive type joysticks cannot be utilized. The Heavy Duty Joystick connects to the 1554M4 or 1554M5 Switch Input via a 9 pin female D-Subminiature connector.
  • Page 55: Aux34 Ten Output Electronic Communications Module

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS Control Unit To Controller Spare for Additional Phono Jack (COM 34 ONLY) Options FIGURE 10.11 AUX12 Eight Output Electronic Communications Module AUX34 Ten Output Electronic Communications Module The COM34 has two (2) banks of five (5) outputs which can be controlled from the driver input device using the MPJ joystick or Display Unit.
  • Page 56: Mk5 Tilt, Recline And Elevate Control Module (Trecm)

    Tilt and recline angle limits are adjustable. The TRECM has enhanced troubleshooting capability. Through the MKIV Remote Programmer, the TRECM can display the current status of all critical functions, such as actuator connections, limits and switches. Programming and troubleshooting can be performed remotely via the Invacare Laptop IVS Software. TRECM...
  • Page 57: Programming The Trecm

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS Programming the TRECM Programming is performed with the MKIV Remote Programmer plugged directly into 5 pin connector in the case of the TRECM. The function of the display and keys of the Remote Programmer are given in Remote Programmer on page 18. When the programmer is turned on, the display shows the introduction screen and the version number of the TRECM software.
  • Page 58: Trecm Standard Programs Menu Description

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS TRECM Standard Programs Menu Description There are four standard programs. The standard programs are used to initially set up a wheelchair or bring all programmable parameters back to a known setting. PROGRAM MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION TILT-RECLINE-ELEV FORWARD Tilt Up/Down REVERSE Recline + Power Legs Up/Down LEFT...
  • Page 59: Trecm Current Status Menu Description

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION LEFT LEG DOWN Enables the Left Legrest actuator to retract the legrest. RIGHT LEG UP Enables the Right Legrest actuator to extend the legrest. RIGHT LEG DOWN Enables the Right Legrest actuator to retract the legrest. LEFT LEG UP/DOWN Enables the Left Legrest actuator with the toggling function.
  • Page 60: Mk5 Tilt And Recline Control Module (Trcm)

    Through the MKIV Remote Programmer, the TRCM can display the current status of all critical functions, such as actuator connections, limits and switches. Programming and troubleshooting can be performed remotely via the Invacare Virtual Service modem kit. Spare for Additional Options and...
  • Page 61: Trcm Performance Adjust Menu Description

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS PERFORMANCE ADJUST STANDARD PROGRAMS ACTUATOR SELECTION CURRENT STATUS TRCM Performance Adjust Menu Description MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION TILT UP SPEED Adjusts the speed that the Tilt Actuator moves the seat toward the upright position. TILT DOWN SPEED Adjusts the speed that the Tilt Actuator moves the seat into the tilted posi- tion.
  • Page 62: Trcm Standard Programs Menu Description

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS TRCM Standard Programs Menu Description There are four standard programs. The standard programs are used to initially set up a wheelchair or bring all programmable parameters back to a known setting. PROGRAM MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION TILT-RECLINE-VSR-LEGS (2G) FORWARD Tilt Up/Down REVERSE Recline + VSR + Power Legs Up/Down...
  • Page 63: Trcm Actuator Selection Menu Description

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS TRCM Actuator Selection Menu Description The actuator selection menu allows individual setting of the actuators which will be activated with the four switch controls or the driver control. The four switches are designated Forward, Reverse, Left, Right and correlate to the four driving directions on the driver control.
  • Page 64: Mk5 Two Actuator Controller (Tac)

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION TILT LIMIT POT/M.SW Tests the connection to the Tilt position potentiometer or the drive lock- out mercury switch. If connected, the indication will be OK. If the connec- tion is not made, the indication will be OPEN. If the indication is OPEN on the Tilt Limit Pot/M.Sw AND the Recline Limit Pot/M.Sw, the system WILL NOT function.
  • Page 65: Programming The Tac

    Through the MKIV Remote Programmer, the TAC can display the current status of all critical functions, such as actuator connections, limits and switches. Programming and troubleshooting can be performed remotely via the Invacare Virtual Service modem Kit. Ability Switch Inputs...
  • Page 66: Tac System Type Menu Description

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS TAC System Type Menu Description Selecting System Type from the main menu will display the System Type Menu. The system type need only be set once for the configuration of the wheelchair. NOTE: The system type that is selected will be the one that the selection arrow is pointing at upon exiting the System Type Menu.
  • Page 67: Tac Actuator Selection Menu Description

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS SYSTEM TYPE MENU ITEMS TILT/ELEVATE SYSTEM TILT UP SPEED TILT DOWN SPEED ACCELERATION DECELERATION LIMITS TYPE DRIVE LOCKOUT Refer to TRCM Performance Adjust Menu Description on page 61 for a description of each performance function TAC Actuator Selection Menu Description Refer to TRCM Actuator Selection Menu Description on page 63 for a description of the Actuator Selection Menu.
  • Page 68: Lockout

    SECTION 10—OPTIONS Operation through the joystick or driver control: DRIVER COMMAND ACTUATOR MOTION Forward/Right Reverse/Left DOWN Neutral STOP Operation with a separate ability switch: The SAC performs a toggling function with each activation of the switch. The first activation causes the actuator to move. Release the switch for more than one second and activate the switch, the actuator will move in the opposite direction.
  • Page 69: Section 11-Calibrating Potentiometers

    SECTION 11—CALIBRATING POTENTIOMETERS SECTION 11—CALIBRATING POTENTIOMETERS NOTE: This procedure applies to 2G Tarsys ® Powered Seating Systems only. Preparing to Calibrate Potentiometers This screen allows you to calibrate the tilt and recline position feedback sensors (potentiometers). The potentiometers are adjusted at the factory, so this calibration should only be necessary if a potentiometer or TRCM/TAC Controller is damaged and must be replaced.
  • Page 70: Recline Angle Potentiometer Calibration

    SECTION 11—CALIBRATING POTENTIOMETERS 6. Press the SAVE key on the programmer to store both the up and down angle adjustments in the user memory. TILT DOWN ANGLE PRESS SAVE TO SET ANGLES Recline Angle Potentiometer Calibration 1. Position the seat back in the fully upright position. 2.
  • Page 71: Potentiometer Calibration For 2Gt Systems

    Perform the following: i. Try the calibration procedure again. ii. If the warning message does not go away contact Invacare Technical Service for assistance. Potentiometer Calibration for 2GT Systems 1.
  • Page 72: Potentiometer Calibration For 2Gr Systems

    SECTION 11—CALIBRATING POTENTIOMETERS Potentiometer Calibration for 2GR Systems 1. Selecting CALIBRATIONS from the main menu. The calibrations menu will be displayed. TILT ANGLE RECLINE ANGLE 2. Select RECLINE ANGLE. The recline up angle adjustment screen will then be displayed. Recline Angle Potentiometer Calibration 1.
  • Page 73: Section 12-Connector Descriptions

    SECTION 12—CONNECTOR DESCRIPTIONS SECTION 12—CONNECTOR DESCRIPTIONS Driver Control Input Connector (1554M4 or 1554M5) The connector is a male 9-pin D-Subminiature connector: DESIGNATION FORWARD REVERSE LEFT RIGHT ATTENDANT OVERRIDE EMERGENCY STOP/RESET +5V (50 mA MAX.) COMMON (B-) +15V (500mA max.) All driver controls must have normally open contacts with the switch commons connected together.
  • Page 74: Emergency Stop/Reset Switch

    DESIGNATION Emergency Stop/Reset RING COMMON (B-) MK5 EX Controller MK5 TT-EX Controller Emergency Stop Reset Input FIGURE 12.1 Emergency Stop/Reset Input ™ ™...
  • Page 75: 15-Pin D-Subminiature On Control Module

    SERIAL DATA 2 N.C. COMMON (B-) 15V SWITCHED Battery Connector - Anderson SB50 DESIGNATION BATTERY POS (B+) BATTERY NEG (B-) MI and M2 Motor Connectors 4-Pin (MK5 EX) DESIGNATION BRAKE BRAKE ™ ™ ™ ™ Part No 1114808 and MK...
  • Page 76: 13-Pin D-Sub (Mk5 Tt Ex)

    5-Pin Connector on Control Module DESIGNATION SERIAL DATA 1 SERIAL DATA 2 N.C. COMMON (B-) 15V SWITCHED PTO/Charge Input (MK5 EX) DESIGNATION Charge Inhibit B+ PTO (Charge Input) Common (B-) N.C. Remote On/Off Input On MPJ or Display unit The input accepts a 1/8-inch diameter phono connector. The activating switch is a momentary normally pen type (N.O.)
  • Page 77: Section 13-Current Rollback

    SECTION 13—CURRENT ROLLBACK SECTION 13—CURRENT ROLLBACK What Is Current Rollback? Current flows from the batteries, through the controller into the motors. In simple terms, current relates to power (Amps is a measure of current). As speed, load, rolling resistance and terrain angle increases so does the amount of current flowing through the system. Current generates heat.
  • Page 78: How To Solve It

    Good advice is to ask the user to recharge the batteries with the wheelchair electronics turned on. This ensures the "Internal Timer" in the controller resets and the batteries are full. NOTE: Use the charger that is supplied with the Invacare wheelchair. ™ ™...
  • Page 79: Section 14-Appendix

    SECTION 14—APPENDIX SECTION 14—APPENDIX Special Purpose Indicator Description for LCD Display NOTE: When the display is initially turned on, the system will check for faults. If no faults are detected, the LED's for one (1) of the following three (3) modes will be illuminated: DRIVE, ATT'D or STDBY, depending on the user's individualized program.
  • Page 80: Limited Warranty

    In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare at the address at the bottom of the back cover. Provide dealer’s name, address, date of purchase, indicate nature of the defect and, if the product is serialized, indicate the serial number.

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