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Invacare Spectra XTR Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 Yes, You Can.® Invacare® Spectra XTR Electric wheelchair Instruction manual...
  • Page 2 How can you get in touch with Invacare®? If you have any questions or need support, please contact your authorised Invacare® Dealer, who has the necessary know-how and equipment plus the special knowledge concerning your Invacare® product, and can offer you all-round satisfactory service. Should you wish to contact Invacare® directly, you can reach us in Europe at the following addresses and phone numbers.
  • Page 3 Bridgend Industrial Estate uk@invacare.com Mid Glamorgan - CF31-3PY eire@invacare.com United Kingdom WWW: www.invacare.co.uk Invacare Mecc San s.r.l. +39 - 0445 - 38 00 59 Via Dei Pini, 62 Fax: +39 - 0445 - 38 00 34 I - 36016 Thiene (VI) italia@invacare.com...
  • Page 4 +31 - (0)318 - 69 57 57 Celsiusstraat 46 Fax: +31 - (0)318 - 69 57 58 NL-6716 BZ Ede csede@invacare.com The Netherlands WWW: www.invacare.nl Invacare® PORTUGAL Lda +351-225105946 Rua Senhora de Campanhã 105 Fax: +351-225105739 P-4369-001 Porto portugal@invacare.com PORTUGAL WWW: www.invacare.pt...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter Page Introduction Important symbols in this manual ..................13 Important symbols found on the vehicle ................14 Type classification and permissible use................16 Guarantee ..........................16 Indications..........................17 Life expectancy........................17 Safety Notes General Safety Notes ......................18 Safety information with regard to care and maintenance ...........21 Safety Information on Electromagnetic Interference............22 Safety Information on Driving and Freewheel Mode............23 Key features...
  • Page 6 5.2.1 Parking brakes......................31 Taking Obstacles........................32 5.3.1 Maximum obstacle height .....................32 5.3.2 Safety information when ascending obstacles .............33 5.3.3 The correct way to overcome obstacles ...............33 Driving up and down gradients....................34 Pushing the mobility device in freewheel mode Disengaging motors........................35 Remotes Adjusting the wheelchair to the user's seating posture Adjusting the armrests and the joystick box................39 8.1.1...
  • Page 7 8.3.2 Adjusting the backrest (fixed seat) ................53 8.3.2.1 Electric ........................53 8.3.2.2 Manual ........................53 8.3.3 Adjusting the backrest using the gas pressure spring (Flex II seat)......54 8.3.4 Adjusting the tension adjustable backrest upholstery ..........55 Adjusting the headrest......................56 8.4.1 Adjusting the position of the headrest or neckrest ............57 8.4.2 Adjusting the height of the headrest or neckrest ............58 8.4.3...
  • Page 8 9.1.2.1 Swivelling the legrest outward and/or removing............77 9.1.2.2 Setting the angle......................78 9.1.2.3 Setting the end stop of the legrest................79 9.1.2.4 Adjusting the length of the legrest ................82 9.1.2.5 Adjusting the depth of the calf plate ................83 9.1.2.6 Adjusting the height of the calf plate ...............84 9.1.2.7 Unlocking and swivelling the calf plate backward when alighting ......85 9.1.2.8...
  • Page 9 9.2.2 Standard / Junior / Mini Legrests (firm seat)...............106 9.2.2.1 Adjusting the length of the legrest .................106 9.2.3 Angle adjustable legrest .....................107 9.2.3.1 Adjusting the angle of the legrest ................107 9.2.3.2 Adjusting the length of the legrest .................109 10 Electrical System 10.1 Electronics Protection System ....................110 10.2...
  • Page 10 12.3.1.1 Removing the batteries..................136 12.3.1.2 Folding the backrest forwards (standard seat) ............138 12.3.1.3 Removing the seat (possible for all seating systems) ...........139 12.3.1.4 Reassembling the wheelchair................141 12.3.1.5 Special information about reassembly ..............142 13 Refurbishment 14 Disposal 15 Technical Specifications 16 Inspections Performed...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    The decision whether the model is suitable for the user may only be taken by medical specialists with appropriate expertise. Invacare® or their statutory representatives can accept no liability in cases in which the wheelchair has not been adapted to suit the users’ handicaps.
  • Page 12 This manual contains copyrighted information. This manual may not be reproduced or reprinted either partly or completely without previous written consent from Invacare® or its statutory representatives. We reserve the right to make any necessary alterations on the grounds of...

  • Page 13: Important Symbols In This Manual

    Important symbols in this manual WARNING! This symbol warns you of danger! • Always follow these 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 14: Important Symbols Found On The Vehicle

    Important symbols found on the vehicle This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer that complies with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/CE. This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment if disposed of in places (landfills) that are not appropriate according to legislation.
  • Page 15 If the electric wheelchair is fitted with a table, it is imperative that it is removed and safely stowed when transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle!

  • Page 16: Type Classification And Permissible Use

    Type classification and permissible use This vehicle was designed for persons whose ability to walk is impaired, but who are still physically and mentally able to operate an electric vehicle. It has been classified according to EN 12184 as a class B mobility product (for indoor and outdoor areas).

  • Page 17: Indications

    Indications The use of this mobility product is recommended for the following indications: The inability or a greatly restricted ability to walk within the scope of the basic requirement to be able to move within one’s own four walls. The need to leave the dwelling place in order to get some fresh air during a short walk or to reach those places generally to be found at close distance to the dwelling and where everyday business is carried out.

  • Page 18: Safety Notes

    Safety Notes • READ WELL BEFORE OPERATION! General Safety Notes Danger of injury if mobility device is used in any other way than the purpose described in this manual! • Only ever use the mobility device in accordance with the instructions in this User's Manual (see Chapter "Type classification and permissible use"...
  • Page 19 Danger of injury if the mobility device is switched off while driving, for example by pressing the On/Off Button or disconnecting a cable, due to it coming to an abrupt, sharp stop! • If you have to brake in an emergency, simply release the joystick which will bring you to a halt! (please Refer to the joystick operating manual for more information).
  • Page 20 Danger of fire or breaking down due to electric devices being connected! • Do not connect any electric devices to your mobility device that are not expressly certified by Invacare® for this purpose! Have all electrical installations done by your authorised Invacare® Dealer!

  • Page 21: Safety Information With Regard To Care And Maintenance

    Safety information with regard to care and maintenance Danger of accident and loss of guarantee if maintenance is insufficient! • For reasons of safety and in order to avoid accidents which result from unnoticed wear, it is important that this electric mobility product undergoes an inspection once every year under normal operating conditions (see inspection plan contained in service instructions)! •...

  • Page 22: Safety Information On Electromagnetic Interference

    Safety Information on Electromagnetic Interference This electric vehicle was successfully tested in accordance with International standards as to its compliance with Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Regulations. However, electromagnetic fields, such as those generated by radio and television transmitters, and cellular phones, can influence the functions of electric vehicles.

  • Page 23: Safety Information On Driving And Freewheel Mode

    Safety Information on Driving and Freewheel Mode Danger of injury if the wheelchair tips over! • Inclines and declines can only be travelled up to the maximum safe slope (please see Chapter "Technical Specifications" from Page 147). • Always return the backrest of your seat or the seat tilt to an upright position before ascending slopes! We recommend that you position the seat backrest and the seat tilt (if fitted) slightly to the rear before descending slopes! •...
  • Page 24 Danger of breaking down in adverse weather conditions, i.e. extreme cold, in an isolated area! • If you are a user with severely limited mobility, we advise that in the case of adverse weather conditions DO NOT attempt a journey without an accompanying attendant! Danger of injury if your foot slides off the footrest and gets caught underneath the wheelchair when it is in motion! •...

  • Page 25: Key Features

    Key features 1) Push handle 2) Armrest 3) Drive wheel 4) Lever for disengaging a motor (only visible on right-hand side of picture) 5) Remote 6) Legrests...

  • Page 26: Getting In And Out Of The Wheelchair

    Getting in and out of the wheelchair Important information for getting into and out of the wheelchair from the side! The armrest must be removed in order to get into or out of the wheelchair from the side. Using the cane holder If your mobility device is fitted with a cane holder, then this can be used to safety transport your walking cane or crutches with you wherever you go.

  • Page 27: Removing The Armrests To Get In

    Removing the armrests to get in The armrest is either fixed with a locking pin or a locking screw, depending on the version. If you intend to get into the mobility device on the side that the remote is on, then depending on the remote version you may be able to detach the remote cable.

  • Page 28: Flex Ii Seat

    4.2.2 Flex II seat Removing the armrest: • Loosen remote cable (1) from remote. • Push the locking pin (2) in. • Remove the side panel from the holder tube.
  • Page 29 Getting into the wheelchair: • Position your wheelchair as close as possible to your seat. This might have to be done by an attendant. • Switch your wheelchair off. • Apply the hand brake of your wheelchair (if existing). • Detach the side part of your wheelchair or swivel it up. •...

  • Page 30: Driving

    Driving NOTE The maximum load capacity that is stated in the technical data only states that the system is designed for this mass in total. However, this does not mean that one can sit a person with this body weight in the wheelchair without restrictions. Attention must be paid to the body proportions, such as height, weight distribution, abdominal girth, leg and calf girth and seat depth.

  • Page 31: Parking And Stationary

    • The rear mirror (if fitted) is fitted so that you can always look behind you without having to lean forward or change your seat position in any way. Parking and stationary When parking your vehicle or if your vehicle is stationary for a prolonged period: •...

  • Page 32: Taking Obstacles

    Taking Obstacles 5.3.1 Maximum obstacle height You can find information about maximum obstacle heights in the chapter entitled "Technical Specifications" from page 147.

  • Page 33: Safety Information When Ascending Obstacles

    5.3.2 Safety information when ascending obstacles CAUTION: Danger of Tipping Over! • Never approach obstacles at an angle! • Put your backrest into an upright position before climbing an obstacle! 5.3.3 The correct way to overcome obstacles Ascending and descending Right The same approach applies to both ascending and descending obstacles: •...

  • Page 34: Driving Up And Down Gradients

    Driving up and down gradients For information concerning the maximum safe slope, please see chapter "Technical Specifications" starting on page 147. WARNING: Danger of tipping over! • Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2/3 of the top speed! Avoid sudden changes of direction or abrupt braking when driving on slopes! •...

  • Page 35: Pushing The Mobility Device In Freewheel Mode

    Pushing the mobility device in freewheel mode The motors of the wheelchair are equipped with automatic brakes, preventing that the wheelchair starts rolling out of control when the joystick box is switched off. When pushing the wheelchair manually whilst freewheeling, the magnetic brakes must be disengaged. NOTE: Pushing the wheelchair by hand may require more physical force than expected (more than 100 N).
  • Page 36 Disengaging the motor: • Switch off remote. • Push the engaging lever down (1). The motor is disengaged. Engaging the motor: • Pull the engaging lever (1) upwards. The motor is engaged.

  • Page 37: Remotes

    Remotes Your wheelchair may be equipped with one of several different remotes. For information on the different functions and how to operate a particular remote, please see it's corresponding User Guide.

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Wheelchair To The User's Seating Posture

    Adjusting the wheelchair to the user's seating posture Note Initial setup should always be done by a healthcare professional. Adjustment by the user is only recommended after they have been given appropriate guidance by the healthcare professional. CAUTION: Damage to wheelchair and accident hazard! Collisions between the legrests and the chassis, or between the footplates and the floor, can occur due to different combinations of adjustment options! •...

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Armrests And The Joystick Box

    Adjusting the armrests and the joystick box CAUTION: Danger of the remote being pushed backwards during an accidental collision with an obstacle, such as a doorframe or table, and the joystick being jammed against the armpad if the position of the remote is adjusted and all screws are not completely tightened! This will cause the mobility device to drive forward uncontrollably and potentially injure the mobility device user and any person standing in the way! •...

  • Page 40: Setting The Height Of The Remote

    8.1.2 Setting the height of the remote 8.1.2.1 High-End remote holder Pre-requisites: • 1x 6 mm Allen key • Loosen the Allen screw (1). • Adjust the remote to the desired height. • Re-tighten the Allen screw.

  • Page 41: Swivelling The Remote To The Side

    8.1.3 Swivelling the remote to the side If your wheelchair is fitted with a swing-away remote bracket, then the remote can be moved away to the side, for example to drive up close to a table.

  • Page 42: Setting The Height Of The Armrests

    8.1.4 Setting the height of the armrests 8.1.4.1 Firm seat unit Requirements: • 1x Phillips screwdriver The armrest on the fixed seat is fitted with a screw (1) which is used as a stop. The armrest height is adjusted using this stop.
  • Page 43 • Release wing screw (2). • Remove the armrest from the mounting.
  • Page 44 • Remove the screw (1) using the Philipps screwdriver. • Set the new armrest height by selecting a higher or lower screw hole. • Retighten the screw. • Introduce the armrest into the mounting again. Tighten the wing screw. • Repeat the process for the other side if necessary.

  • Page 45: Standard Seat Unit

    8.1.4.2 Standard Seat unit • Loosen the wing screw (1). • Set the armrest to the desired height. • Re-tighten wing screw.

  • Page 46: Setting The Hemi Armrest Rotation

    8.1.5 Setting the Hemi armrest rotation Carrying out adjustments • Swivel the armrest inwards or outwards.

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Width Of The Armrests

    8.1.6 Adjusting the width of the armrests 8.1.6.1 Firm seat unit WARNING! Serious injury hazard if one of the armrests falls out of its bracket because they have been adjusted to a width which exceeds the permissible value! • The armrest width adjustment for the fixed seat unit is limited on both sides by a spring- loaded pin.

  • Page 48: Standard Seat Unit

    8.1.6.2 Standard Seat unit WARNING! Serious injury hazard if one of the armrests falls out of its bracket because they have been adjusted to a width which exceeds the permissible value! • The width adjustment is fitted with small stickers with markings and the word "STOP"! The armrests must never be pulled out further than the point at which the word "STOP"...

  • Page 49: Flex Ii Seat Unit

    8.1.6.3 Flex II seat unit WARNING! Serious injury hazard if one of the armrests falls out of its bracket because they have been adjusted to a width which exceeds the permissible value! • The width adjustment is fitted with small stickers with markings and the word "STOP"! The armrests must never be pulled out further than the point at which the word "STOP"...

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Seat Angle

    Adjusting the seat angle CAUTION! Adjusting the seat tilt or the backrest angle changes the geometry of the mobility device and directly influences its dynamic stability! • For details regarding dynamic stability, negotiating gradients and obstacles and the correct adjustment of seat tilt or backrest angle, please see chapters "Taking Obstacles" on page 32 and "Driving up and down gradients "...
  • Page 51 The figure to the right shows the position of the spindle (1) for manual seat angle adjustment.

  • Page 52: Adjusting The Backrest

    Adjusting the backrest CAUTION! Adjusting the seat tilt or the backrest angle changes the geometry of the mobility device and directly influences its dynamic stability! • For details regarding dynamic stability, negotiating gradients and obstacles and the correct adjustment of seat tilt or backrest angle, please see chapters "Taking Obstacles" on page 32 and "Driving up and down gradients "...

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Backrest (Fixed Seat)

    8.3.2 Adjusting the backrest (fixed seat) 8.3.2.1 Electric Please consult the instruction manual for your remote for information about electric adjustment. 8.3.2.2 Manual The angle of the manually adjustable backrest is continuously adjustable between +2° and +22°. Pre-requisites: • 1x Open-end spanner 13 mm •...

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Backrest Using The Gas Pressure Spring (Flex Ii Seat)

    8.3.3 Adjusting the backrest using the gas pressure spring (Flex II seat) The lever (1) for adjusting the backrest angle is located on the left- hand push handle. • Pull the lever upwards. Adjust the backrest to the required angle. •...

  • Page 55: Adjusting The Tension Adjustable Backrest Upholstery

    8.3.4 Adjusting the tension adjustable backrest upholstery • Remove the backrest cushion (attached with Velcro strips) by pulling it up and off to access the adjustment straps. • Adjust the tension of the individual straps as desired. • Replace the backrest cushion.

  • Page 56: Adjusting The Headrest

    The neck can be hyperextended during collisions! • A headrest must be installed! The optionally available headrest supplied by Invacare® for this wheelchair is perfectly suitable for use during transport. Headrests from third-party manufacturers may also be used for this purpose.

  • Page 57: Adjusting The Position Of The Headrest Or Neckrest

    8.4.1 Adjusting the position of the headrest or neckrest The adjustment of the position is the same for all headrests and neckrests. Pre-requisites: • Allen key 5 mm • Loosen the screws (1, 2) or the clamping lever (3). • Adjust the headrest or neckrest to the required position.

  • Page 58: Adjusting The Height Of The Headrest Or Neckrest

    8.4.2 Adjusting the height of the headrest or neckrest The adjustment of the height is the same for all headrests and neckrests. • Loosen the thumb screw (1). • Adjust the headrest or neckrest to the required height. • Retighten thumb screw.

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Position Of The Headrest With Cheek Support Sideways

    8.4.3 Adjusting the position of the headrest with cheek support sideways Pre-requisites: • Allen key 5 mm • Loosen the Allen screw (1) • Slide the headrest left or right to the required position. • Retighten the Allen screw.

  • Page 60: Adjusting The Cheek Supports

    8.4.4 Adjusting the cheek supports • Push the cheek supports inward or pull them out to the required position.

  • Page 61: Postural Belts

    Postural belts A postural belt is an option which can either be fixed to the wheelchair ex-works or can be retrofitted by your specialist dealer. If your wheelchair is fitted with a postural belt, your specialist dealer will have informed you about fitting and usage. The postural belt is used to help the wheelchair user keep an optimum sitting position.

  • Page 62: Adjusting The Postural Belt Correctly

    If the belt is only fastened with a bolted connection, ensure that the connection has not loosened or undone. You can find more information about maintenance work on belts in the service manual, which is available from Invacare®.

  • Page 63: Adjusting The Trunk Support (Flex Ii Seat / Fixed Seat)

    Adjusting the trunk support (Flex II seat / fixed seat) The trunk supports can be adjusted in width, height and depth. 8.6.1 Adjusting the width • Loosen the knobs (1) that hold the lateral supports. • Adjust the supports to the desired width. •...

  • Page 64: Adjusting The Height

    8.6.2 Adjusting the height Requirements: • Allen key 5 mm • Loosen the screws (1) that allow height adjustment of the lateral supports. • Adjust the supports to the desired height. • Re-tighten the screws.

  • Page 65: Adjusting The Depth

    8.6.3 Adjusting the depth Requirements: • Allen key 5 mm • Loosen the screws (1) that allows the support pads to slide forwards and backwards. • Adjust the supports to the desired position. • Re-tighten the screws.

  • Page 66: Adjusting The Height-Adjustable Push Handle (Flex Ii Seat)

    Adjusting the height-adjustable push handle (Flex II seat) • Loosen the knobs (1) that hold the push-handle. • Adjust the handle to the desired height. • Re-tighten the knobs.

  • Page 67: Adjusting And Removing The Tray

    Adjusting and removing the tray CAUTION: Injury hazard or material damage if an electric wheelchair which is fitted with a table is transported in a vehicle! • If a table is fitted, always remove it before transporting the wheelchair! 8.8.1 Laterally adjusting the tray •...

  • Page 68: Adjusting The Depth Of The Tray / Removing The Tray

    8.8.2 Adjusting the depth of the tray / removing the tray • Loosen the wing-screw (1). • Adjust the table to the desired depth (or remove it entirely). • Re-tighten the screw. 8.8.3 Swinging the tray away to the side The tray can be swivelled up and away to the side to allow the user to get in and out of the mobility device CAUTION! Risk of injury! When the tray is raised it does not lock in place in this position!
  • Page 69 The tray can be swivelled upwards and pushed to the side as illustrated to enable getting on and off.

  • Page 70: Adjusting Footrests And Legrests

    Adjusting footrests and legrests Legrests or footrests attached to the side 9.1.1 Vari-F footrest 9.1.1.1 Swivelling the footrest outward and/or removing The small unlocking button is located on the upper section of the footrest. When the footrest is unlocked, it can be swivelled inward or outward when getting into the wheelchair as well as being removed completely.

  • Page 71: Setting The Angle

    9.1.1.2 Setting the angle PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests. • Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the steering wheels contact the ground! Pre-requisites: •...
  • Page 72 • Loosen the screw (1) using the Allen key. • Set the desired angle. • Re-tighten the screw.

  • Page 73: Setting The End Stop Of The Footrest

    9.1.1.3 Setting the end stop of the footrest Pre-requisites: • 1x 6 mm Allen key • 1x 10 mm open-ended spanner The end position of the footrest is determined by means of a rubber stop (1). The rubber stop can be screwed in or out (A) or pushed up or down (B).
  • Page 74 • Use the Allen key to loosen the screw (1) and swivel the footrest upward in order to access the rubber stop. • Use the open-ended spanner to loosen the counternut (1).
  • Page 75 • Move the rubber stop to the desired position • Re-tighten the counternut • Move the footrest to the desired position. • Re-tighten the screw.

  • Page 76: Adjusting The Length Of The Footrest

    9.1.1.4 Adjusting the length of the footrest PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests. • Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the steering wheels contact the ground! Pre-requisites: •...

  • Page 77: Vari-A Legrests

    9.1.2 Vari-A legrests 9.1.2.1 Swivelling the legrest outward and/or removing The small unlocking button is located on the upper section of the legrest. When the legrest is unlocked, it can be swivelled inward or outward when getting into wheelchair as well as being removed completely.

  • Page 78: Setting The Angle

    9.1.2.2 Setting the angle PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests. • Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the steering wheels contact the ground! •...

  • Page 79: Setting The End Stop Of The Legrest

    9.1.2.3 Setting the end stop of the legrest Pre-requisites: • 1x 10 mm open-ended spanner The end position of the legrest is determined by means of a rubber stop (A). The rubber stop can be screwed in or out (A) or pushed up or down (B).
  • Page 80 • Disengage the release handle (1) and swivel the legrest upward in order to access the rubber stop. • Use the open-ended spanner to loosen the counternut (1).
  • Page 81 • Move the rubber stop to the desired position • Re-tighten the counternut • Move the footrest to the desired position. • Re-tighten the release handle.

  • Page 82: Adjusting The Length Of The Legrest

    9.1.2.4 Adjusting the length of the legrest PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests. • Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the steering wheels contact the ground! Pre-requisites: •...

  • Page 83: Adjusting The Depth Of The Calf Plate

    9.1.2.5 Adjusting the depth of the calf plate The depth of the calf plate can be adjusted via the holding plate. The holding plate hole combinations allow 5 different depth settings. Pre-requisites: • 1x 10 mm open-ended spanner • Use the open-ended wrench to loosen the nut (1) and remove.

  • Page 84: Adjusting The Height Of The Calf Plate

    9.1.2.6 Adjusting the height of the calf plate Pre-requisites: • 1x 4 mm Allen key • Use the Allen key to loosen the screws (1). • Adjust to the desired position. • Re-tighten the screws.

  • Page 85: Unlocking And Swivelling The Calf Plate Backward When Alighting

    9.1.2.7 Unlocking and swivelling the calf plate backward when alighting • Press the calf plate straight down. • Unlock the legrest and swivel outward. The calf plate swivels backward on its own.

  • Page 86: Adjusting The Angle Adjustable Foot Plate

    • Lift leg over the heel strap and place on the ground. 9.1.2.8 Adjusting the angle adjustable foot plate Pre-requisites: • 1x 5 mm Allen key • Use the Allen key to loosen both set screws on the foot plate. •...

  • Page 87: Adjusting The Angle And Depth Adjustable Foot Plate

    9.1.2.9 Adjusting the angle and depth adjustable foot plate Pre-requisites: • 1x 5 mm Allen key • Use the Allen key to loosen the set screw on the foot plate (1). • Adjust the foot plate to the desired angle or depth. •...

  • Page 88: Ade Legrests

    9.1.3 ADE legrests 9.1.3.1 Swivelling the legrest outward and/or removing The small unlocking button is located on the upper section of the legrest. When the legrest is unlocked, it can be swivelled inward or outward when getting into wheelchair as well as being removed completely.

  • Page 89: Setting The Angle

    9.1.3.2 Setting the angle PLEASE NOTE: Danger of crushing! • Do not reach inside the swivelling range of the legrest! PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests. • Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the steering wheels contact the ground! The electrically height-adjustable legrests are operated using the remote.

  • Page 90: Adjusting The Length Of The Legrest

    9.1.3.3 Adjusting the length of the legrest PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests. • Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the steering wheels contact the ground! Pre-requisites: •...

  • Page 91: Adjusting The Depth Of The Calf Plate

    9.1.3.4 Adjusting the depth of the calf plate The depth of the calf plate can be adjusted via the holding plate. The holding plate hole combinations allow 5 different depth settings. Pre-requisites: • 1x 10 mm open-ended spanner • Use the open-ended wrench to loosen the nut (1) and remove.

  • Page 92: Adjusting The Height Of The Calf Plate

    9.1.3.5 Adjusting the height of the calf plate Pre-requisites: • 1x 4 mm Allen key • Use the Allen key to loosen the screws (1). • Adjust to the desired position. • Re-tighten the screws.

  • Page 93: Unlocking And Swivelling The Calf Plate Backward When Alighting

    9.1.3.6 Unlocking and swivelling the calf plate backward when alighting • Press the calf plate straight down. • Unlock the legrest and swivel outward. The calf plate swivels backward on its own.

  • Page 94: Adjusting The Angle Adjustable Foot Plate

    • Lift leg over the heel strap and place on the ground. 9.1.3.7 Adjusting the angle adjustable foot plate Pre-requisites: • 1x 5 mm Allen key • Use the Allen key to loosen both set screws on the foot plate. •...

  • Page 95: Adjusting The Angle And Depth Adjustable Foot Plate

    9.1.3.8 Adjusting the angle and depth adjustable foot plate Pre-requisites: • 1x 5 mm Allen key • Use the Allen key to loosen the set screw on the foot plate (1). • Adjust the foot plate to the desired angle or depth. •...

  • Page 96: Standard 80° Footrest

    9.1.4 Standard 80° footrest 9.1.4.1 Swivel the footrests outwards and/or remove them The small release lever is to be found in the upper part of the legrest (1). When the legrest is released it can be swivelled inward or outward to facilitate access and also be removed completely.
  • Page 97 • Push the release lever inward or outward. The legrest is released. • Swivel the legrest inward or outward. • To remove the legrest simply pull upward.

  • Page 98: Adjusting The Length

    9.1.4.2 Adjusting the length Pre-requisites: • 1x 5 mm hexagon socket spanner • Loosen the screw (1) using the Allen key, but do not remove completely. • Set the legrest to the desired length. • Re-tighten the screw.

  • Page 99: Manually Height-Adjustable Legrest

    9.1.5 Manually height-adjustable legrest 9.1.5.1 Swivelling the legrest outward and/or removing The unlocking knob is located on the top section of the legrests. When the legrest is unlocked, it can be swivelled to the inside or outside to facilitate getting in, or can be completely removed. •...

  • Page 100: Setting The Angle

    9.1.5.2 Setting the angle PLEASE NOTE: Danger of crushing! • Do not reach inside the swivelling range of the legrest! PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests. • Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the steering wheels contact the ground! •...

  • Page 101: Adjusting The Length Of The Legrest

    9.1.5.3 Adjusting the length of the legrest PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests. • Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the steering wheels contact the ground! Pre-requisites: •...

  • Page 102: Adjusting The Depth Of The Calf Plate

    9.1.5.4 Adjusting the depth of the calf plate The calf support has four depth settings. Pre-requisites: • 1x 4 mm Allen key • Swivel the calf support to the front. • Release bolt (1) with the Allen key and remove. •...

  • Page 103: Adjusting The Height Of The Calf Plate

    9.1.5.5 Adjusting the height of the calf plate • Loosen the hand screw (1). • Adjust to required position. • Retighten the wing nuts.

  • Page 104: Adjusting The Width Of The Legrests Fixed To The Side (Standard / Flex Ii Seat)

    9.1.6 Adjusting the width of the legrests fixed to the side (Standard / Flex II seat) Requirements: • Jaw spanner 13 mm (standard seat) • Jaw spanner 10 mm (Flex II seat) The screws that allow width adjustment of side-mounted legrests are located under the seat (1).

  • Page 105: Legrests For The Fixed Seat

    Legrests for the fixed seat 9.2.1 Modifying the seat depth in the front by adjusting the position of the legrest support brackets The seat depth in the front can be modified by adjusting the position of the legrest support brackets. Adjusting the position of the legrest support brackets is the same for all types of legrests. Pre-requisites: •...

  • Page 106: Standard / Junior / Mini Legrests (Firm Seat)

    9.2.2 Standard / Junior / Mini Legrests (firm seat) 9.2.2.1 Adjusting the length of the legrest PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests. • Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the steering wheels contact the ground! Pre-requisites: •...

  • Page 107: Angle Adjustable Legrest

    9.2.3 Angle adjustable legrest 9.2.3.1 Adjusting the angle of the legrest Pre-requisites: • 1x open-ended spanner 13 mm • 1x open-ended spanner 10 mm • 1x Allen key 4 mm • Loosen the fixation screws (1) of the pivotal points of the angel adjustment, using the open-ended spanner 10 mm and the Allen key 4 mm.
  • Page 108 On the underside of the legrest hanger there is a slit (A) in the outer tube, which allows visual inspection. When adjusting the angle, the inner tube (D) should only ever be pulled out so far that its end is flush with the edge (B) of the clamp (C).

  • Page 109: Adjusting The Length Of The Legrest

    9.2.3.2 Adjusting the length of the legrest PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests. • Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the steering wheels contact the ground! Pre-requisites: •...

  • Page 110: Electrical System

    NOTE A defective main fuse may be replaced only after checking the entire electric system. An Invacare® specialised dealer must perform the replacement. You can find information on the fuse type in chapter "Technical Specifications" starting on page 147.

  • Page 111: Batteries

    10.2 Batteries 10.2.1 What you need to know about batteries Power is supplied by two 12V batteries. The batteries are maintenance-free and only need regular charging. New batteries should always be fully charged once before their first use. New batteries will be at their full capacity after having run through approx.
  • Page 112 The batteries cannot be overcharged with the specified charger. Please use only charging devices in Class 2. This class of chargers may be left unattended during charging. All charging devices which are supplied by Invacare® comply with these requirements.

  • Page 113: 10.2.2 Charging The Batteries

    • Only ever use the battery charger supplied with your vehicle, or a charger that has been approved by Invacare®! Danger of electric shock and damage to the battery charger if it is allowed to get wet! • Protect the battery charger from water! •...

  • Page 114: 10.2.3 How To Handle Damaged Batteries Correctly

    • Only ever transport damaged batteries in an appropriate acid-resistant receptacle. • 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 dealer or directly to Invacare®.

  • Page 115: Maintenance

    Maintenance encompasses different areas, such as everyday care and cleaning, inspection checks, repair tasks and refurbishment. NOTE: Have your vehicle checked once a year by an authorised Invacare® dealer in order to maintain it's driving safety and roadworthiness. 11.1...

  • Page 116: Inspection Checks

    Service Manual for this device, which can be obtained from Invacare®. That Manual, however, is intended to be used by trained and authorised service technicians, and describes tasks which are not intended to be performed by...

  • Page 117: 11.2.1 Before Each Use Of The Mobility Device

    11.2.1 Before each use of the mobility device Item Inspection check Action Signal horn • Check for correction function. • Contact your dealer. Lighting system • • Check that all lights, such as turn indicators, Contact your dealer. headlamps and tail lights, are functioning correctly.

  • Page 118: 11.2.2 Weekly

    11.2.2 Weekly Item Inspection check Action Armrests /side parts • Check that armrests are • Tighten the screw or clamping lever firmly attached in their that holds the armrest (see chapter holders and do not wobble. "Adjusting the armrests and the joystick box"...

  • Page 119: 11.2.3 Monthly

    11.2.3 Monthly Item Inspection check Action All upholstered parts • Check for damage and wear. • Contact your dealer. Removable legrests • • Check whether the legrests can be fixed Contact your dealer. securely and whether the loosening mechanism is properly operable (see chapter "Adjusting footrests and legrests"...

  • Page 120: Repair Instructions

    "Technical Specifications" on page 147, or consult the Service Manual, available from Invacare® (in this connection please see the addresses and phone numbers in section "How can you get in touch with Invacare®?" on page 2). In case you require assistance, please contact your Invacare® Dealer.

  • Page 121: Repairing A Flat Tyre At The Front (Tyre Type 280/250-4)

    11.3.1.1 Repairing a flat tyre at the front (tyre type 280/250-4) Pre-requisites: • Allen key 5 mm • Open-ended spanner 13 mm • Repair kit for inner tube tyres or a new inner tube. • Talcum powder Removing the wheel •...
  • Page 122 Repairing a flat tyre • Unscrew valve cap. • Depressurise tyre by pressing in the pin in the valve . • Unscrew the 5 Allen screws (1). • Remove the tyre with inner tube from the wheel rim halves. • Repair inner tube and replace, or insert new. NOTE If the old inner tube is to be repaired and re-used, and has become wet during repair, you can make replacement easier by sprinkling the inner tube with a little talcum powder.

  • Page 123: Repairing A Flat Tyre At The Rear (Wheel Rim Type 3.00-8")

    11.3.1.2 Repairing a flat tyre at the rear (wheel rim type 3.00-8") Injury hazard! If the wheel is insufficiently secured during fitting, it can come off while driving! • Always tighten the torx screws which secure the wheel to the hub to a torque of 30 Nm when refitting the drive wheels! •...
  • Page 124 Removing the wheel • Raise the vehicle and place wooden blocks under it to support it. • Remove the countersunk screw (1) using the torx bit. • Pull the wheel off the axle. EXPLOSION HAZARD! The wheel explodes if the air pressure has not been released from the wheel before the wheel rim is removed! •...
  • Page 125 Repairing punctured tyres • Remove the valve cap. • Let the air escape completely out of the tyre by pressing the pin in the centre of the valve firmly in. • Remove the 5 cylinder head screws (rear of wheel, 2). •...
  • Page 126 • Apply the wheel rim halves to the wheel again. • Inflate the tyre a little. • Place the cylinder head screws in the wheel rim and tighten them to 10 Nm. Ensure that the inner tube is not clamped between the wheel rim halves. •...

  • Page 127: Transport

    Transport CAUTION: Injury hazard or material damage if an electric wheelchair which is fitted with a table is transported in a vehicle! • If a table is fitted, always remove it before transporting the wheelchair! CAUTION: Danger of death or serious injury to the mobility device user and potentially any other nearby occupant of the vehicle, if a mobility device is secured using a 4-point tie-down system available from a third party supplier and the unladen weight of the mobility device exceeds the maximum weight for which the tie-down system is certified!

  • Page 128: Transferring The Wheelchair To A Vehicle

    12.1 Transferring the wheelchair to a vehicle WARNING: Danger of tipping over, if the wheelchair is transferred to a vehicle using a ramp that exceeds the maximum safe slope, or if the backrest is not in an upright position during transfer! •...

  • Page 129: Use Of The Wheelchair As A Seat In A Vehicle

    (UK for example), but may also be obtained from Invacare® as an option in other countries. This electric wheelchair complies with the requirements of ISO 7176-19:2001 and may be used as a vehicle seat in connection with an anchoring system that has been checked and approved in accordance with ISO 10542.
  • Page 130 Caution: There is a danger of injury if the wheelchair is not properly secured during use as a vehicle seat! • If possible, the user should always leave the wheelchair to use a vehicle seat and the safety belts provided with the vehicle! •...

  • Page 131: 12.2.1 How The Wheelchair Is Anchored In A Vehicle For Use As A Vehicle Seat

    12.2.1 How the wheelchair is anchored in a vehicle for use as a vehicle seat The electric wheelchair is fitted with four anchoring points, which are labelled with the symbol shown on the right. Snap hooks or belt loops can be used for fixation.

  • Page 132: 12.2.2 How The User Is Secured Within The Wheelchair

    The neck can be hyperextended during collisions! • A headrest must be installed! The optionally available headrest supplied by Invacare® for this wheelchair is perfectly suitable for use during transport. Headrests from third-party manufacturers may also be used for this purpose.
  • Page 133 Seat belts may not be held at a distance The pelvic belt should be positioned in the from the user's body using parts of the area between the user's pelvis and thighs wheelchair such as armrests or wheels. so that it is unobstructed and not too loose. The ideal angle of the pelvic belt to the horizontal is between 45°...
  • Page 134 The safety belt installed in the transporting vehicle should be applied as shown in the illustration at right. 1) Centre line of the body 2) Centre of the sternum...

  • Page 135: Transporting The Wheelchair Without Occupants

    12.3 Transporting the wheelchair without occupants CAUTION: Injury hazard! • If you are unable to fasten your electric wheelchair securely in a transport vehicle, we recommend that you do not transport it! • Before transporting your wheelchair, make sure the motors are engaged and that the Joystick Box is switched off.

  • Page 136: Removing The Batteries

    12.3.1.1 Removing the batteries • Pull the rear battery case backwards using the belt. The locking system opens automatically when doing so. • Pull the battery cases out using the side handles.
  • Page 137 • Pull the front battery case backwards using the belt and pull it out using the handles.

  • Page 138: Folding The Backrest Forwards (Standard Seat)

    12.3.1.2 Folding the backrest forwards (standard seat) • Pull the belt (1) to the rear. The locking pins (2, only the right-hand side visible in image) are pulled out of the perforated plates. The backrest can now be moved. • Push the backrest completely to the front. •...

  • Page 139: Removing The Seat (Possible For All Seating Systems)

    12.3.1.3 Removing the seat (possible for all seating systems) CAUTION: Danger of damage to wheelchair if the seat cannot be folded up or forwards without collision! • Remove legrests first! • Ensure that the legrest attachments do not hinder the seat when folding up! If necessary, vary the seat tilting! •...
  • Page 140 • Fold the seat upwards. • Pull the remote cable plug out of the electronics system.

  • Page 141: Reassembling The Wheelchair

    • Remove the seat upwards. Depending on the type, the seat can weigh between 16 and 23 kg. Get the help of the second person if the seat is too heavy to lift alone. 12.3.1.4 Reassembling the wheelchair NOTE: The wheelchair is reassembled in reverse order to the above.

  • Page 142: Special Information About Reassembly

    12.3.1.5 Special information about reassembly • When reassembling, ensure that the seat guide forks (1) are placed precisely on the stay bar in the front area. • Ensure that there are no cables in the area around the rear stay bar (1) to avoid cable damage.
  • Page 143 • Guide the remote cable under the seat support and connect it to the electronics system. • Fold the seat down. It must audibly engage. CAUTION: Injury hazard if the seat locking system does not completely engage! • Make absolutely sure that the locking system is correctly engaged! To do this, pull the seat upwards!.
  • Page 144 • When inserting the battery cases, please ensure that the guide rods (1) fit exactly in the guide channels (2) provided at the side of the battery cases, and that they are not underneath these!. • To do this, first place the front of the battery case on the guide rods and then push the assembly in! NOTE:...

  • Page 145: Refurbishment

    • Cleaning and disinfection. Please see chapter "Maintenance" on page 115. • Inspection according to service plan. Please consult service instructions, available from Invacare®. • Adaptation to the user. Please see chapter "Adjusting the wheelchair to the user's seating posture" on page 38.

  • Page 146: Disposal

    Disposal • The equipment wrapping is potentially recyclable. • The metal parts are used for scrap metal recycling. • The plastic parts are used for plastic recycling. • Electric components and printed circuit boards are disposed of as electronic scrap. •...

  • Page 147: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Permissible Operating and Storage Conditions Temperature range for operation • -25 … +50 °C according to ISO 7176-9: Temperature range for storage • -40 … +65 °C according to ISO 7176-9: Electrical system Motors • 2 x 230W Batteries •...
  • Page 148 Driving characteristics Speed • 6 km/h / 10km/h Max. safe slope • 15.8% (9°) Stat. / 10.5 % (6°) Dyn. Max. climbable obstacle height • 6 cm (10cm with kerb climber) Turning circle • 160 cm Drive range in accordance with •...
  • Page 149 Dimensions Standard Fixed seat Flex II Backrest angle • -2°, 10°, 22°, • 0° ... 30° • 0° - 30° 34°, 46° (electrical) • 2° ... 22° (manual) Armrest height • 25-35 / 29-39 cm • 25-35 / 29-39 cm • 25-35 / 29-39 cm Seat angle, electronic adjustment •...
  • Page 150 Component weights Batteries • approx. 15 kg per battery Loading Max. load • 130 kg Axle loads Max. front axle load • 110 kg Max. rear axle load • 140 kg * Approximate. ** Width adjustable for side panel adjustment. *** Note: The drive range of an electric wheelchair is strongly influenced by external factors, such as the charging state of the batteries, surrounding temperature, local topography, road surface characteristics, tyre pressure, weight of user, drive style and use of batteries for lighting, servos etc.

  • Page 151: Inspections Performed

    It is confirmed by stamp and signature that all jobs listed in the inspection schedule of the Service and Repair Instructions have been properly performed. The list of the inspection jobs to be performed can be found in the Service Manual which is available through Invacare®. Delivery Inspection...

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