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  • Page 1: User Manual

    1 NG Range ® ® I n v a c a r e Action User manual This manual must be given to the user of the product. Before using this product, read this manual and safe for future reference...
  • Page 2 Invacare. As the European and world's leading manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavours to supply a wide range of wheelchairs to meet all the needs of the user in everyday life. However, final selection of the wheel- chair rests solely with the user and his/her qualified health advisor.
  • Page 3 Even though your Invacare wheelchair has been designed to provide a long and trouble free life it is ® inevitable that wear, tear and usage will eventually render the product unusable. Invacare recommends ® that the average usable life of this product is five years, providing the product has been correctly...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS A. GENERAL GUIDELINES B. DESCRIPTION OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR Page 1. Presentation Page 1.1. Introduction 1. Safety and operating limits 1.2. General description 1.1. Reaching an object from the chair 2. Adjustments 1.2. Transferring to other seats 2.1. Seat elements 1.3.

  • Page 5: General Guidelines

    A GENERAL GUIDELINES within the points of contact of the forward and rear wheels with the ground. 1. Safety and operating limits - Weight Limit The maximum recommended weight of the user is 127 kg. For a safe operation of your wheelchair, the following para- However, the level of activity is an essential factor.
  • Page 6 This can cause the chair to tip backwards causing injury. Therefore, Invacare strongly recommend the use of anti- ® tippers (available as an option) when using your backposts...

  • Page 7: Transferring To Other Seats

    1.2.Transferring to other seats 1.2.2 Front transfer (figure 9) If you are more or less able to stand up and if your upper 1.2.1 Sideways transfer body is strong and mobile enough, you can transfer forward to another seat. This may be done without assistance provided that you are If you find this movement difficult, we recommend that you sufficiently mobile and have a strong enough torso.

  • Page 8: Tilting

    - When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible Warning : in the seat to prevent breaking screws, damaging the seat - Be aware of detachable parts such as armrests or legrests : upholstery or causing the wheelchair to tip forward. they must NEVER be used as lifting supports as they may be - Lock the two brakes ;...

  • Page 9: Stairways

    - Method 2 (figure 12) Warning : In this case, the attendant stays on the pavement and tilts we recommend that users over 100 kg in weight do not use the wheelchair in a backwards position with the rear wheels this stairway manoeuvre ! against the kerb.

  • Page 10: Slopes

    1.6. Slopes Warning : It is recommended to avoid using ramps with a slope higher It is recommended to avoid using ramps with a slope greater than 9°. The wheelchair risks tipping over in the event of than 9 degrees and do not attempt to turn whilst on a slope. spinning or side movement (figure 14).

  • Page 11: Wheelchair Propulsion

    The distance between the wheels axle position and the seat distance - see paragraph B-2.1.4). You can now sit down in height can be adjusted to allow you to hold the handrims the wheelchair. properly, and various accessories can be added to improve 2.1.2 Folding the chair (figures 19 and 20) : the grip (anti-slip plastic coated, etc.).

  • Page 12: Safety Inspection And Maintenance

    3. Safety inspection and maintenance 3.2. General inspection 3.1. Performance control Your distributor, who has the required technical expertise, is responsible for any wheelchair repairs. As the user, you will be the first to notice any possible We recommend that you take the wheelchair to your operational defects with your wheelchair.

  • Page 13: Transportation

    Make sure that all the fittings are well tightened. Date : 2011-12-07 m. Pneumatic and solid tyres Customer : Invacare France Operations Check the pressure of the pneumatic tyres (Front=250 kPa, Rear=350 kPa) check the wear of the solid tyre tread.
  • Page 14 A. Front restraints with straps (picture 23A & detail A) the wheelchair or to structural and frame parts without the 1. Connect the front straps around the front part of the written consent of Invacare ® frame. (See location of the attachment labels).
  • Page 15 C. Posture belt 1.The posture belt is mounted on the back frame (picture 24 & detail C). 2. Check that the posture belt on the wheelchair is correctly fastened. If posture belt on the wheelchair is missing we recommend that the user should transfer to the seat of the vehicle, if pos- sible.The posture belt should be used in addition to but never as a substitute for an approved passenger restraint system (3-point belt).

  • Page 16: Summary Of Warranty Terms

    This is to certify that your manual wheelchair is warranted by forward in the seat. Invacare for a period of 2 years for the frame and crossbars, - Do not attempt to pick up objects from the floor by rea- all others parts 2 years also but subject to the following condi- ching down between your knees.

  • Page 17: Description Of Your Wheelchair

    Important: based upon the selected model or options, your The footrest consists of an adjustable tube and the Action NG wheelchair may be not equip- Invacare ® ®  footplate which supports the foot. ped with all of the components or options which are descri- bed in the following pages.

  • Page 18: Adjustments

    If a cushion is changed it may also change the users stability. Rear wheel axle Invacare provides a wide range Handrim of seat cushions adapted to your needs. Please contact your dealer.

  • Page 19: Type Of Backrest

    Keep your fingers away from movable parts to prevent stability of your chair. injuries during folding and unfolding ! This can cause the chair to tip backwards causing injury. Therefore, Invacare strongly recommend the use of anti-tip- ® 2.1.2 Type of backrests pers (available as an option) when using your backposts with additional load (back pack or similar items).
  • Page 20 To remove the footrest support, simply pull up after Do not place anything heavy, or let children sit on the legrest. unlocking the assembly. Reverse the procedure to reassemble, It may cause damage to the mechanism. while still in the unlocked position. The distance between the lowest part of the footrest and the ground must be at least 40 mm.

  • Page 21: Armrests

    Note : the armrests are mounted in pairs on the wheelchair ; 2.1.5 Armrests whenever you remove them, remember that you have a right - Swing-away (photo 7) and a left side ! This range of armrests can be swung away to facilitate Never lift the wheelchair by the armrests ! transfers.

  • Page 22: Seat Height Adjustment

    2.3. Rear wheels 2.2.3 Seat Height adjustment (photos 8 & 9) Action NG allows 2 seat heights 50 cm (A) Invacare ® ® 2.3.1 24" wheels or 45 cm (B), always delivered with 50 cm height (Photos 12 & 12A).

  • Page 23: Handrims

    Never exceed the pressure specified on the sidewalls of the Always make sure that the spacer (D) is in place. tyre, otherwise, the tyre may explode and cause injuries ! Make sure that the axle and the locking balls are clean. Please make sure that the rear wheel axle is in the same hole (wipe out every month with a rag soaked with fine oil) on both sides.

  • Page 24: Brakes

    2.4.2 Forks Please make sure this adjustment is always done as Different fork positions are available based upon the selection describe whatever the chair configuration is. of floor-to-seat height, castors and rear wheels. Solid tyre X = 6 mm, Pneumatic tyre X = 5 mm Firmly tighten the screws (B) after adjustment.

  • Page 25: Hub Brakes

    2.6. Options The specific adjustments of hub brakes must always be 2.6.1 Seating options performed by your Dealer. - Comfort neckrest (photo 17) Always operate the two brakes simultaneously and do not take slopes exceeding 5° to ensure perfect control of It is removable, completely loosen the ball screw (A).

  • Page 26: Propulsion Options

    - Back brace (photo 18) : it provides tension to the backrest 2.6.2 Propulsion options upholstery and provides the attendant better ergonomics when pushing the wheelchair. - Transit version (photos 20 & 21) : the wheelchair is designed to be driven only by the attendant. To facilitate sideways Note : it swings away to facilitate the wheelchair folding;...

  • Page 27: Safety Equipment And Options

    - Dual handrim DHR (photos 22 & 23): 2) external position Unscrew the three fixation bolts (B), position the small This new quick release system allows the user to drive the handrim depending on the needed configuration, firmly wheelchair with a single arm using two handrims on the same tighten the three bolts.
  • Page 28 - Safety optional equipment : Straps should be adjusted on both sides to suit user body, thread the loop (D) through the mounting on the chair and Anti-tippers (photo 25) : prevent back tipping which ensures then through the two plastic buckles (E). It is important that safety when using a reclining backrest, driving on slopes or both buckles (E) are used.There is a danger the belt might crossing obstacles.

  • Page 29: Other Options

    3. Specifications and tool Make sure that the dog points locates in and protrudes through its appropriate location hole in the frame tube in 3.1. Standard wheelchair specifications order to prevent any falls. Maximum user weight : 127 kg Note : Make sure that the anti-tipper wheel is ALWAYS loca- ted out side the rear wheel volume.

  • Page 30: Tools For Adjustments And Regular Maintenance (Not Supplied)

    855/965 After sale and disposal recommendations (mm) rear wheel (mm) • It is compulsary to use original Invacare spare parts which Height from ® Backrest ground to angle you can buy through any Invacare dealer.
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  • Page 35 Manufacturer : Invacare France Operations SAS - Route de Saint Roch - 37230 Fondettes - France ® Invacare Australia Pty Ltd. ® 1 lenton Place, North Rockes NSW 2151 Australia ( (61) 2 8839 5333 Fax (61) 2 8839 5353 Invacare n.v.
  • Page 36 Manufacturer Invacare France Operations SAS ® Route de Saint Roch 37230 Fondettes France N°. 1545629-EN VB 07/2011 www.invacare.eu.com...

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