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Page 1: User Manual
NXT™ Generation NEXT Paediatric & Adult Folding Tilt Wheelchair User Manual This manual msut be given to the user/care giver of the product. Before using the wheelchair, read this manaul and save for future reference. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
34-35 Tilting The Chair Transportation 36-37 Kerbs, Or Obstacles 30mm Product End Of Life To 50mm High Contacting INVACARE 38-39 Steps, Stairs Or Obstacles Over 50mm High Upward & Downward Slopes (Operating Limits) Summary Of Safety Instructions 15 General Descriptions NXT™... -
Page 3: Useful Symbols In This Guide
Useful Symbols Useful Symbols In This Manual WARNING! This symbol warns you of danger! Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product! EXPLOSION HAZARD! This symbol warns you of an explosion hazard, an example of which can be caused by excessive tyre pressure in a pneumatic tyre! •... -
Page 4: Introduction
Note for Customers INVACARE provides a wide range of wheelchairs to meet the requirements of customers. However, the decision on the type of model to be prescribed rests exlusively with experienced advisors. -
Page 5: Warranty Terms & Conditions
Warranty Terms & Conditions Standard INVACARE Terms This is to certify that your wheelchair is warranted by INVACARE Ltd. for a period of 1 year for parts, 2 years for hardware and frames. 1. Only INVACARE chairs purchased at full price are warranted against defective workmanship and materials. -
Page 6: Limitation Of Liability
Limitation of Liability Limitation of Liability This warranty does not extend to the consequential costs from fault clearance, in particular freight and travel costs, loss of earnings, expenses, etc. • Natural wear and tear. • Inappropriate or incorrect use. • Defective assembly or setting-up by the purchaser or third parties. -
Page 7: Intended Use
Intended Use Intended Use The NXT™ manual wheelchair has been designed to provide mobility and com- fort for persons with impaired mobility. The wheelchair has been designed to be used by a seated user with a carer/ attendant in both indoor and outdoor environments. The wheelchair has, in its standard format, been designed to accomodate users who weigh up to a maximum weight of 91Kg (14.4 stone) for all sizes, have all limbs intact and have suffi... -
Page 8: Safety & Operating Limits
60Kg may subject the wheelchair to more stress than a less active user weighing 90Kg. We recommend very active wheelchair users to choose an appropriate design of wheelchair. Your INVACARE approved distributor will advise you on the best model. - Page 9 Safety & Operating Limits Leaning Forwards (Figures 3, 4, 5) Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach. Only reach out for objects that are within arm’s length in a normal sitting position. Leaning Backwards (Figures 6, 7) Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the object you wish to reach.
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Page 10: Transferring To Other Seats
Do not try to pick something up from the fl oor if this would upset your balance. It is possible to move from and to a manually propelled chair if the following guidelines are followed. INVACARE does not reccomend any particular method for transferring: This is the responsibility of a medical advisor who should consider your level of disablity and type of wheelchair. - Page 11 Safety & Operating Limits When transferring, either to get out of or return to your wheelchair, make sure that the manual brakes on the rear wheels are on to prevent the wheels moving (Figure 11). Turn both castors towards the seat to which you wish to move. Lift up the footplates (Figure 12).
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Page 12: Tilting The Chair
Safety & Operating Limits Tilting The Wheelchair To tilt the wheelchair (Figure 16), a second person should grip the handle fi rmly. Warn the user of the wheelchair before tilting it and remind him/her to lean backwards. Check that the user’s feet and hands are clear of all the wheels. -
Page 13: Kerbs, Or Obstacles 30Mm To 50Mm High
Safety & Operating Limits Kerbs, Or Obstacles 30mm To 50mm High Method 1 - Negotiating the obstacle forwards (Figure 17) The helper should tilt the wheelchair until the castors have passed over the kerb. Move the wheelchair forwards and lower the castors gently onto the pavement. -
Page 14: Steps, Stairs Or Obstacles Over 50Mm High
Safety & Operating Limits Steps, Stairs Or Obstacles Over 50mm High We recommend that you take very great care when taking a wheelchair up or down stairs. Two people are required for this. ADVICE TO SECOND OR THIRD PERSONS: Make sure that you get hold of fi xed, non-removable parts only! Using the following procedure for going upstairs (Figure 19): Tilt the wheelchair to its point of equilibrium. -
Page 15: Upward & Downward Slopes (Operating Limits)
Safety & Operating Limits Upward & Downward Slopes (Operating Limits) Do not attempt to go up or down slopes greater than 10% without assistance (Figure 20). Always go straight up and down slopes otherwise the wheelchair might overturn (Figure 21). -
Page 16: Summary Of Safety Instructions
Do not over-infl ate the tyres. Failure to comply with these instructions may cause the tyre to burst and cause bodily injury. • Carry out the regular checks recommended in this guide and by your INVACARE approved retailer. • Use your wheelchair with respect for other people. •... -
Page 17: General Descriptions
General Descriptions General Descriptions Each wheelchair is specially designed to meet the requirements of its user. This manual describes how to adjust the chairs in this range, enabling you to fi nd out how to adjust the wheelchair to suit your needs. General Descriptions Your wheelchair has a number of main parts which will be mentioned throughout this manual. -
Page 18: Nxt™ Features
Features 1. Swing Away Hanger 12. Anti-tip Tube without Leverage Bar (pop-up or latch style) 2. Flip-up Footplates 13. Axle Adjustment Plate (not shown) 3. Seat Frame 14. Anti-tip Tube with Leverage Bar 4. Tilt Mechanism 15. Backpost Adjustment Plate 5. -
Page 19: Use
Unfolding the For ease of transporting and lifting, the can be easily unfolded and folded. Always engage the wheel locks by pushing forward or pulling back on the levers or engaging the foot lock before unfolding the chair. (see page 27). 1. - Page 20 Unfolding the 4. Attach Footrest Hangers (See pages 21-22) Note: The can be folded and unfolded while the footrest hangers are attached. 5. Flip down the footplates or attach the footboard and place in the “down” position. (See pages 24-25) 6.
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Page 21: Folding The Nxt
Folding the Always engage the wheel locks by pushing forward or pulling back on the levers or engaging the foot lock before unfolding the . (see page 27). 1. Flip up the individual footplates or remove the footboard. (See pages 24-25). Note: The can be folded and unfolded while the footrest... - Page 22 Folding the 5. Rotate the anti-tip tubes upward as shown until they “click” into place. 6. Pull up on nylon cross brace strap to fold the chair. Note: Use the provided nylon strap to fold the chair. Be careful not to place your fingers between the folding crossbrace.
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Page 23: Main Frame
Main Frame Latch Style Swing Away Hangers frames ship standard with swing- away hangers in 75° or 90° 1. To swing away the hanger, place your fi nger tip on the inside of the hanger release lever. 2. Pull outward on the lever (away from the chair). -
Page 24: Pop-Up Hangers
Main Frame Pop-Up Removable Hangers frames my be shipped with optional pop-up hangers in 75° or 90°. 1. To remove the hanger, place your hand on the hanger release lever. 75° hanger 90° hanger 2. Pull back on the lever towards the chair. This will enable the hanger to pop-up and swing away for ease of transfer. -
Page 25: Flip-Up Individual Footplates
Main Frame Flip-up Individual Footplates is shipped with individual fl ip-up footplates attached or a solid footboard unattached. Adjustment of the individual fl ip-up footplates are as follows: To adjust the height of the footplate : 1. Remove the nylon lock nut on the back side of the hanger. -
Page 26: Angle Adjustable Footboard
Main Frame Angle Adjustable Footboard 1. To attach the footboard to the frame, place the footboard clamps on the frame. Set the clamps at the desired height. Insert the receiver into the clamps and tighten the 2 hex head screws on each side. 2. -
Page 27: Quick Release Axles
Main Frame Quick Release Axle* is equipped with double lock quick release axles that release with the push of a button. This double lock quick release mechanism allows the rear wheels to be easily removed for transportation or storage. To remove the rear wheel: 1. -
Page 28: Fixed Height, Removable
Main Frame Castors comes with a range of castor sizes dependent on either choice or seat to ground height. Push or Pull to Lock Wheel Locks comes standard with push to lock or pull to lock wheel locks. To lock wheels in place: 1. -
Page 29: Folding Back
Main Frame Folding Back come standard with a folding back. 1. To fold the back down, pull upward on the trigger while pushing backposts forward toward seat. 2. To place the backpost to the upright position, pull backposts up until trigger snaps into place. -
Page 30: Leverage Bar Operation
Main Frame Back Cane Lever Release Procedure Rearward Tilt 1. Engage wheel locks. 2. To activate the tilt on the using the optional back cane mounted lever , grip the push handles with both hands while also gripping the release lever. Squeeze the lever and hold while rotating the push handles downward. -
Page 31: Adjustments
Adjustments Tilt Cable Adjustment At least one end of each cable will have a Threaded End Jam Nut threaded end fi tting, adjust nut & jam nut. Fitting If the seat tilt locks do not release when the foot pedal or hand lever is depressed, loosen the jam nut and adjust the threaded end fi... -
Page 32: Castor Fork Adjustments
Adjustments Adjustable Height Flip Back Armrest To adjust the arm height, flip the release lever (under the front of the arm pad) to the horizontal position. Slide the arm upward to the desired location. Flip the release lever back to the vertical position. Castor Fork Adjustment Interchanging castors can easily be done with dual hole castor forks. -
Page 33: Rear Axle Adjustments
Adjustments Rear Axle Adjustment The position of the rear axle is the most critical adjustment on the wheelchair. The center of gravity and the seat height position are all determined by the axle adjustment. Warning: Your healthcare professional should assist you in adjusting the axle position. -
Page 34: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning & Storage Cleaning It is important for optimum performance to clean and maintain your NXT™. We recommend that the frame fi nish be cleaned with mild soap and water. In order to operate the NXT™ properly and safely, routine maintenance will extend the life and effi... -
Page 35: Troubleshooting - Mechanical
Trouble Shooting A list of authorised repair facilities may be obtained from: Invacare UK Ltd. Invacare Ireland Pencoed Technology Park Unit 5, Seatown Business Campus Pencoed Seatown Road Bridgend Swords CF35 5HZ County Dublin Tel: 01656 776222 Ireland Fax: 01656 776220 Tel: + 353 1 8107084 E Mail: ordersuk@invacare.com... -
Page 36: Checking The General Condition
Trouble Shooting Checking The General Condition For maintenance operations, consult your distributor who has all the necessary information. Ask your distributor to annually inspect your wheelchair thoroughly and carry out in depth maintenance. Regular maintenance allows defective or worn parts to be identified and improves the normal operation of your wheelchair. -
Page 37: Transportation
Transport Transport INVACARE always advises that a wheelchair secured in a vehicle will not provide the equivalent level of vehicle seating systems and recommends transfer to the vehicle seating, but also recognises that it is not always practical for the user to be transferred. In those cases where it is considered that the user must be transported whilst within the wheelchair, then the following advice should be followed. -
Page 38: Product End Of Life
• INVACARE recommends that the average usable life of this product is fi ve years, providing the product has been correctly maintained according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. -
Page 39: Contacting Invacare
Contact Invacare Contacting Invacare For questions or support, please contact your authorised INVACARE dealer. They have the necessary experience, equipment, and knowledge concerning your wheelchair which enables them to offer you an all round satisfactory service. Should you wish to contact us directly, we are at your service under the... - Page 40 Etterstad, N-0603 Oslo Ireland Tel: (47) (0)22 57 95 00 Tel: + 353 1 8107084 Fax: (47) (0)22 57 95 01 Fax: + 353 1 8107085 norway@invacare.com E Mail: ireland@invacare.com island@invacare.com Web: www.invacare.ie Österreich: United Kingdom: Mobitec Mobilitatshilfen GmbH Invacare UK Ltd.
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