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  • Page 1: Service Manual

    Invacare Kite ® SERVICE MANUAL Edition: 11.09.2013...
  • Page 2 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite These instructions contain information about: Testing work Repair Instructions This manual is part of the instructions for use. Service addresses Invacare Austria GmbH +43 6232 5 53 50 Fax: +43 6232 5 53 54...
  • Page 3 +44 (0)1656 77 62 20 uk@invacare.com Pencoed Bridgend CF35 5HZ WWW: www.invacare.co.uk United Kingdom +39 0445 38 00 59 Invacare Mecc San s.r.l. Via dei Pini, 62 Fax: +39 0445 38 00 34 italia@invacare.com I - 36016 Thiene (VI) WWW: www.invacare.it Italia Invacare Ireland Ltd.
  • Page 4 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite ( (Kundtjänst): +46 (0)8 761 70 90 Återförsäljare: Fax (Kundtjänst): +46 (0)8 761 81 08 Invacare® AB sweden@invacare.com Fagerstagatan 9 finland@invacare.com S-163 91 Spånga WWW: www.invacare.se Sverige MÖLNDAL Tillverkare: +46 (0)31 86 36 00 Invacare®...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Contents Chapter Page Introduction General information ........................9 Notes on shipping ........................9 Definition and representation of information and safety information in this manual ..10 Hazard symbols and symbols used ..................11 Images in this manual ......................12 Safety and fitting instructions Before any inspection or repair work ..................
  • Page 6 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Repair work Covers ............................30 8.1.1 Rear cover ........................30 8.1.2 Middle cover ........................31 8.1.3 Side cover ........................32 8.1.4 Front cover ........................33 8.1.5 Replacing a front splash guard ..................34 8.1.6 Replacing the splash guard ..................
  • Page 7 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Drive wheels ..........................70 8.9.1 Replacing the drive wheel ..................... 70 8.9.2 Replacing a tyre or inner tube ..................71 8.9.2.1 Replacing puncture-protected tyres ................. 71 8.9.2.2 Replacing puncture-proof tyres ................73 8.9.3 Replacing the drive wheel hub ..................74 8.10...
  • Page 8 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Installing accessories Replacing the holding strap ....................116 Replacing seat belts (Modulite seat) ................... 117 9.2.1 Installation on the backrest mounting bracket (simple backrest) ........ 117 9.2.2 Installation on the backrest mounting bracket (adjustable seat) ......... 118 9.2.3...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    · Alterations to the mobility aid which occur as a result of incorrectly or improperly executed maintenance or overhaul work lead to the exclusion of all liability on the side of INVACARE. · If you have any problems or questions please contact Invacare® Service.

  • Page 10: Definition And Representation Of Information And Safety Information In This Manual

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Definition and representation of information and safety information in this manual Different types of information and signal words are used throughout this manual. HAZARD! The signal word "HAZARD!" refers to immediate hazards. · The following lines in italics refer to actions which serve to avoid such hazards.

  • Page 11: Hazard Symbols And Symbols Used

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Hazard symbols and symbols used Different types of hazard symbols and symbols are used throughout this manual. General hazards This symbol warns you of general hazards! · Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product!

  • Page 12: Images In This Manual

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Images in this manual The detailed images in this manual are given digits to identify various components. Component numbers in text and operational instructions always relate to the image directly above.

  • Page 13: Safety And Fitting Instructions

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Safety and fitting instructions These safety instructions are intended to prevent accidents at work, and it is imperative that they are observed. Before any inspection or repair work · Read and observe this repair manual and the associated operating manual! ·...
  • Page 14 Any changes to the drive program can affect the driving characteristics and the tipping stability of the vehicle! · Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare® specialist dealers! · Invacare® supplies all mobility aids with a standard drive program ex-works. Invacare® can...

  • Page 15: Tightening Torques

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Tightening torques The tightening torques stated in the following list are based on the thread diameter for the nuts and bolts for which no specific values have been determined. All values assume dry and de-greased threads.

  • Page 16: Layout Of Components And Componentry

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Layout of components and componentry Overview Under the rear cover: 1) G-Trac sensor 2) Power module 3) Lighting PCB 4) Actuator module The electronic modules used are described in Chapter 4.2. Electric seat tilting:...

  • Page 17: Overview Of The Electronic Modules (Acs 2 System)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Overview of the electronic modules (ACS 2 system) Different electronic modules can be fitted to the mobility aid. Battery plug End position switch "lower G-Trac sensor Lighting cable position" Bus cables Contact bridge End position switch "upper...
  • Page 18 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Before you connect mobility aid components such as actuators or motors, please begin by ascertaining which module is installed. Please refer to the following table for an overview of ACS 2 modules. Electronicmodule Name...

  • Page 19: Acs 2 70 / Acs 2 70L / Acs 2 90L Electronic Module

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 4.2.1 ACS 2 70 / ACS 2 70L / ACS 2 90L electronic module Connections 1) Battery 24V 2) Bus cable (to remote or ACT) 3) Bus cable (to remote or ACT) 4) Motor M1...

  • Page 20: Act 4 Actuator Module

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 4.2.3.2 ACT 4 actuator module Connections 1) ACI* 2) Bus cable (ACT or power module) 3) Bus cable (ACT or power module) 4) Actuator - Channel 4 5) Actuator - Channel 3 6) Actuator - Channel 2...

  • Page 21: Service Plan (1X Annually)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Service plan (1x annually) CAUTION! Danger of injury and damage to property, if the maximum speed reduction on a wheelchair with a lifter does not function correctly! The wheelchair’s control unit must reduce the maximum possible speed as soon as the lifter is raised.
  • Page 22 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite ü Component Check Remedy Notes · Check welded · Tighten, replace if Legrests seams, interlocking, necessary screws, footplates · Check cable · Replace cable if Power legrests necessary (if fitted) · Check contacts · check functions ·...

  • Page 23: Operational Faults

    The tables for rectification of operational faults listed in the following chapters are only an excerpt from the original manufacturer's manuals. You can obtain the original manuals from Invacare®. If you have problems with the mobility aid, please proceed as follows: ·...
  • Page 24 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite PROBLEM OTHER POSSIBLE SOLUTION Documentation SYMPTOMS CAUSE None Mobility Batteries Replace batteries See chapter 8.4. device defective judders in (unstable drive mode voltage) Drive motor(s) Replace motor(s) See chapter 8.10.1. defective Replace carbon See chapter 8.10.4.

  • Page 25: Acs2 Remotes: Error Codes And Diagnostic Codes

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL ACS2 remotes: Error codes and diagnostic codes The drive electronics can automatically rectify some faults. In this case the status display will stop blinking. Switch the remote on and off again several times. Wait around 5 seconds each time before switching the remote on again.

  • Page 26: Test Procedures

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Test procedures Testing the motor Requirements: · digital multimeter with resistance measurement · Use the remote to identify which motor is possibly defective, as described in chapter 6.2. · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote.

  • Page 27: Testing The Electro-Mechanical Parking Brake

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Testing the electro-mechanical parking brake Note This test should only be carried out on mobility aids with conventional motor/transmission units. CAUTION! Material damage can be caused to the electronic module due to short-circuits in the electro-mechanical brake.
  • Page 28 Connect the digital multimeter to the adjacent central motor plug contacts (3) and measure the resistance between the contacts. · If there is a defect, replace the motor and send it to Invacare® Service for inspection or repair. Note A resistance of between 40 and 80 ohms indicates an intact brake.

  • Page 29: Checking An Actuator

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Checking an actuator Requirements: · digital multimeter with resistance measurement · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1. · Take exact note of the positions of all cables and the sockets that they are connected to. Mark the connectors and sockets or take a photograph with a digital camera.

  • Page 30: Repair Work

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Repair work CAUTION! Danger of injury and damage to property, if the maximum speed reduction on a wheelchair with a lifter does not function correctly! The wheelchair’s control unit must reduce the maximum possible speed as soon as the lifter is raised.

  • Page 31: Middle Cover

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.1.2 Middle cover Removing the middle cover: · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1. · Loosen the two thumbscrews (1) on the left and right sides of the wheelchair. · Pull the cover towards the rear and out of the wheelchair.

  • Page 32: Side Cover

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.1.3 Side cover Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench Removing the side cover: · Use a 4 mm Allen wrench to loosen the hexagon socket head screw (1). · Remove the cover (2). Installing the side cover: ·...

  • Page 33: Front Cover

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.1.4 Front cover Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench · 5 mm Allen wrench · 10 mm Allen wrench · 11 mm socket wrench · 13 mm socket wrench · 13 mm open-ended wrench ·...

  • Page 34: Replacing A Front Splash Guard

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.1.5 Replacing a front splash guard ATTENTION: Danger of crushing to the hands and feet by the weight of the wheelchair! · Pay attention to the hand and feet. · Use proper lifting techniques.

  • Page 35: Replacing The Splash Guard

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.1.6 Replacing the splash guard Requirements: · 6 mm Allen key Note Different splash guards have to be fitted depending on the depth of the seat, the width of the seat and the seat support plates used.

  • Page 36: Electronic Modules

    · Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare® specialist dealers! · Invacare® can only give a warranty for safe mobility aid driving behaviour - especially tipping stability - for unaltered standard drive programs! Note All power modules are delivered with a standard drive program.
  • Page 37 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Disconnect the plugs (1) from the power module (3) and from the actuator module (4). · Use the 8 mm socket wrench to loosen both nuts (2). · Pull the actuator module with the holder towards the rear and off of the guides.

  • Page 38: Replacing The Actuator Module

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.2.2 Replacing the actuator module Requirements: · 7 mm socket wrench · Phillips screwdriver, size 2 Removing the actuator module: · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1.

  • Page 39: Replacing The G-Trac Sensor

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.2.3 Replacing the G-Trac sensor Requirements: · 10 mm open-ended wrench Uninstalling the G-Trac sensor: · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1. ·...

  • Page 40: Replacing The Lighting Circuit Board

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.2.4 Replacing the lighting circuit board Requirements: · 8 mm open-ended wrench · Phillips screwdriver, size 2 Uninstalling the lighting circuit board: · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1.

  • Page 41: Replace Remote

    · Alterations to the drive programme must only be carried out by authorised Invacare® dealers! · Invacare® can only assume a warranty for the safe vehicle handling of the wheelchair – in particular tipping stability - for this standard, unaltered drive programme!

  • Page 42: Drive Program Selection After Component Replacement

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.2.6 Drive program selection after component replacement The drive program is saved in the remote and in the power module. If one of these two components is replaced, the system must be told which of the components has not been replaced so that it knows which contains the current controller profile.

  • Page 43: Profile Selection With Remote Rem 550

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.2.6.2 Profile selection with remote REM 550 · Insert the plug into the remote or into the power module respectively. · Switch the remote on. The display (2) shows that you need to select a profile.

  • Page 44: Updating The Driving Program

    · Alterations to the drive program must only be carried out by trained Invacare®-dealers! · Invacare® can only assume a warranty for the safe vehicle handling of the wheelchair – in particular tipping stability - for unaltered standard drive programs! Pre-requisites: ·...

  • Page 45: Batteries

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Batteries 8.4.1 Removing the batteries ATTENTION: Injury hazard and possible material damages if batteries are handled improperly! · The installation of new batteries may only be carried out by authorised specialists. · Observe the warning information on the batteries.
  • Page 46 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Disconnect the battery cable from the electronic module. · Loosen and remove both of the knurled head screws (4). · Loosen and remove the knurled head screws (2). · Turn the rear cover (1) down along with the electronic modules.
  • Page 47 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Pull the rubber caps (2) off of both battery terminals (1). · Use the 11 mm socket wrench to loosen and remove the battery terminal screws. · Remove the battery cable. · Pull the battery (3) out onto the rear cover by its belt (4).

  • Page 48: Correct Handling Of Damaged Batteries

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.4.2 Correct handling of damaged batteries WARNING: BURN HAZARD! Injury hazard due to discharged acid. · Always wear acid-proof protective gloves when handling batteries. · Always wear protective goggles when handling batteries. What to do if acid is discharged: ·...

  • Page 49: Checking And Replacing The Main Fuse

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Checking and replacing the main fuse CAUTION: Fire hazard! · Always use an original strip fuse with the approved amperage. · If the main fuse has blown, first rectify the cause before fitting a new one.
  • Page 50 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · The main fuse may only be replaced once the fault has been rectified. · Remove the strip fuse nuts (3) with an 8 mm socket spanner. · Replace the strip fuse. Fitting the main fuse: ·...

  • Page 51: Checking The Cables

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Checking the cables · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1. · Check all cables for visible damage, crushing points or abrasion points. ·...

  • Page 52: Lighting System

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Lighting system 8.7.1 Replacing front headlight completely (LED lighting unit) Note Replacing an individual LED is not possible. If there is a defect, replace the entire front headlight. Requirements: · Jaw spanner 7 mm ·...
  • Page 53 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Remove the front headlight plug from the lighting PCB. · Free the cable or remove any cable ties. · Loosen the nut (2) with a 7 mm jaw spanner and a 3 mm Allen key.

  • Page 54: Replacing The Front Bulb Holder (Led Lighting Unit)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.7.2 Replacing the front bulb holder (LED lighting unit) Requirements: · Jaw spanner 7 mm · Allen key 3 mm · TX25 torx screwdriver · oblique pliers · cable binder · Loosen the nut (2) with a 7 mm jaw spanner and a 3 mm Allen key and remove.

  • Page 55: Replacing The Rear Light Completely (Led Lighting Unit)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.7.3 Replacing the rear light completely (LED lighting unit) Note Replacing an individual LED is not possible. If there is a defect, replace the entire rear light. Uninstalling the tail light: · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote.

  • Page 56: Replacing Light Bulbs In The Front (Conventional Lighting System)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.7.4 Replacing light bulbs in the front (Conventional lighting system) Requirements: · Phillips screwdriver size 2 · Loosen the concealed Phillips head screw (1) on the back of the head lamp / turn indicator combination.

  • Page 57: Replacing The Head Lamps Completely (Conventional Lighting System)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.7.5 Replacing the head lamps completely (conventional lighting system) Requirements: · Phillips screwdriver size 2 · Side cutting pliers · Cable ties Uninstalling head lamps: · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. ·...
  • Page 58 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Loosen both Phillips screws (1). · Detach the headlight from its holding bracket. · Replace the headlight. Installing headlights: · Assemble all parts again in reverse order. · Install the cables carefully and secure them with cable ties.

  • Page 59: Replacing The Headlight Bracket (Conventional Lighting System)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.7.6 Replacing the headlight bracket (conventional lighting system) Requirements: · TX25 Torx wrench · Phillips screwdriver size 2 If the headlight does not need to be replaced: · Loosen both Phillips screws (1). ·...
  • Page 60 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Uninstalling the headlight bracket: · Loosen both Torx screws (2). · Remove the headlight bracket (1). · Replace the bracket. Installing the headlight bracket: · Assemble all parts again in reverse order. · Tighten the screws hand-tight.

  • Page 61: Replacing The Rear Bulb (Conventional Lighting Unit)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.7.7 Replacing the rear bulb (conventional lighting unit) Requirements: · Phillips screwdriver size 2 · Undo the Phillips screw in the transparent cover over the rear light/indicator combination. · Remove the transparent plastic cover.

  • Page 62: Replacing The Complete Tail Light Assembly (Conventional Lighting System)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.7.8 Replacing the complete tail light assembly (conventional lighting system) Requirements: · 8 mm socket wrench Uninstalling the tail light: · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1.

  • Page 63: Replacing The Tail Light Bracket (Conventional Lighting System)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.7.9 Replacing the tail light bracket (conventional lighting system) Requirements: · Phillips screwdriver size 2 · 8 mm socket wrench · 4 mm Allen wrench · 5 mm Allen wrench Uninstalling the tail light bracket: ·...

  • Page 64: Front Wheels

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Front wheels 8.8.1 Repairing a flat tire in the front · Repair the flat tire as described in the user manual supplied with the wheel chair. 8.8.2 Replacing the steering head bearings on the steering wheels ATTENTION: Danger of crushing to the hands and feet by the weight of the wheelchair! ·...
  • Page 65 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Carefully remove the plastic cap (1) with the large screwdriver. · Loosen the 19 mm nut (1) with the socket spanner and remove it. Hold the wheel so that it does not rotate when the nut is being removed.
  • Page 66 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite CAUTION! Incorrect reassembly can damage the bearings and cause the steering wheels to fall out! The single-row angular ball bearing rings are not identical on both sides! There is only one correct way to insert them! ·...

  • Page 67: Changing A Front Wheel (Normal Front Wheel)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.8.3 Changing a front wheel (normal front wheel) ATTENTION: Danger of crushing to the hands and feet by the weight of the wheelchair! · Pay attention to the hand and feet. · Use proper lifting techniques.
  • Page 68 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Remove the washer (3). · Take the wheel (1) off the axle (2). Refitting the wheel: · Refit the parts in reverse order. · When installing the wheel, pay attention to the correct direction of rotation.

  • Page 69: Changing A Front Wheel (Suspended Front Wheel)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.8.4 Changing a front wheel (suspended front wheel) ATTENTION: Danger of crushing to the hands and feet by the weight of the wheelchair! · Pay attention to the hand and feet. · Use proper lifting techniques.

  • Page 70: Drive Wheels

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Drive wheels 8.9.1 Replacing the drive wheel ATTENTION: Danger of crushing to the hands and feet by the weight of the wheelchair! · Pay attention to the hand and feet. · Use proper lifting techniques.

  • Page 71: Replacing A Tyre Or Inner Tube

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.9.2 Replacing a tyre or inner tube Note There are three different types of tyres or inner tubes, and specific points must be observed for the replacement of each type. It is easy to tell the difference between the tyre or inner tube types: ·...
  • Page 72 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite ATTENTION: Explosion hazard! If the wheelchair is fitted with pneumatic tyres, the wheel can explode if the air is not released from the tyre before removing the wheel! · Always release the air from the wheel before you remove it. Depress the small tappet in the...

  • Page 73: Replacing Puncture-Proof Tyres

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.9.2.2 Replacing puncture-proof tyres Requirements: · 6 mm Allen key · Two long wooden blocks, min. 14 x 14 x 30 cm · Three joiner's clamps with plastic caps · Torque spanner 5 - 25 Nm (or similar) ·...

  • Page 74: Replacing The Drive Wheel Hub

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.9.3 Replacing the drive wheel hub CAUTION! Possible material damage to mobility device! Collisions can be caused if the adjusting washers are removed during fitting work to the drive wheels! · Adjusting washers are often fitted between the drive shaft and the wheel hub to even out tolerances.

  • Page 75: Drive Unit

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.10 Drive unit 8.10.1 Replacing the motor/transmission unit ATTENTION: Danger of crushing to the hands and feet by the weight of the wheelchair! · Pay attention to the hand and feet. · Use proper lifting techniques.
  • Page 76 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Use a 6 mm Allen wrench and a 13 mm socket wrench to loosen and remove the four hexagon socket head screws (1). · Remove the screws together with the washers. · Pull the motor/gear box unit (3) forwards out of its holder (2). Take into account the heavy weight of the unit.

  • Page 77: Replacing Or Rotating The Motor / Gearbox Unit Sealing Ring

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.10.2 Replacing or rotating the motor / gearbox unit sealing ring CAUTION: Danger of crushing! The motor / gearbox unit is very heavy. Danger of injury to the hands! · Pay attention to the heavy weight.

  • Page 78: Replacing The Motor / Gearbox Coupling

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.10.3 Replacing the motor / gearbox coupling CAUTION: Danger of crushing! The motor / gearbox unit is very heavy. Danger of injury to the hands! · Pay attention to the heavy weight. Requirements: · 10 mm socket wrench Uninstalling the motor / gearbox coupling: ·...
  • Page 79 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Installing the motor / gearbox coupling: · Place the new clutch (7) on the motor axle. Pay attention to the position of the groove. · Position the locking ring (5) on the motor (4) or the gearbox (1).

  • Page 80: Replacing The Carbon Brushes

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.10.4 Replacing the carbon brushes Note The wheelchair can be equipped with 2-pole or 4-pole motors. Always replace all carbon brushes on both motors at the same time. Always use carbon brushes of identical types.
  • Page 81 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Loosen and remove all four plastic caps (3) using a blade screwdriver. · Note the fixing position and location of the carbon brushes. Note Used carbon brushes need to the refitted exactly in the same position from which they were taken in order to guarantee optimum contact to the collector.

  • Page 82: Replacing The Rubber Shock Absorbers

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.11 Replacing the rubber shock absorbers Requirements: · 13 mm socket wrench · Several wooden blocks Note In the following procedure steps, the wheelchair is manually lifted up and secured in this position using wooden blocks. Alternatively, you can achieve this by lifting the wheelchair using a crane or a combination of pulley and belts, if your workshop has the corresponding equipment.
  • Page 83 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Installing rubber shock absorbers: · Assemble the parts in reverse order. · Tighten the rubber shock absorbers and nuts hand-tight.

  • Page 84: Replacing The Tube Frame

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.12 Replacing the tube frame Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench · 5 mm Allen wrench · 11 mm socket wrench · 13 mm socket wrench · 19 mm socket wrench · 13 mm open-ended wrench ·...
  • Page 85 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Assembling the tube frame: · Assemble the parts in reverse order. · Tighten the self-locking nuts (4) to a torque of 120 Nm.

  • Page 86: Replacing The Double Bearing Of The Dual Swing Technology (D.s.t.)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.13 Replacing the double bearing of the Dual Swing Technology (D.S.T.) Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench · 5 mm Allen wrench · 10 mm Allen wrench · 11 mm socket wrench · 13 mm socket wrench ·...
  • Page 87 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Repeat these work steps on the other side of the wheelchair. · Push the seat and the tube frame to one side on the front wheels. Make sure the tube frame does not get scratched during this procedure.

  • Page 88: Replacing The Battery Boxes

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.14 Replacing the battery boxes Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench · 5 mm Allen wrench · 6 mm Allen wrench · 10 mm Allen wrench · 8 mm socket wrench · 11 mm socket wrench ·...

  • Page 89: Seat System

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.15 Seat system 8.15.1 Replacing the tilt actuator Requirements: · flat screwdriver, blade width approx. 6 mm · oblique pliers · small hammer · cable binder · Remove the legrests. · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote.
  • Page 90 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Remove the SL fuse (2) on the bottom fixing bolt (1) with the screwdriver. · Pull the fixing bolt (1) out. · Remove the SL fuse (2) on the top fixing bolt (1) with the screwdriver.

  • Page 91: Replacing The Tilt Module

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.15.2 Replacing the tilt module ATTENTION: Danger of crushing! The seat/seat support is very heavy. Danger of injury to hands and feet! · Use proper lifting techniques Requirements: · 10 mm Allen wrench · 13 mm open-ended wrench ·...
  • Page 92 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Loosen and remove the four screws (2). Depending on the tilt module, use a 13 mm open-end wrench for all four screws a 5 mm Allen key for the two in the front, and a 13 mm open-end wrench for the two in the back.

  • Page 93: Replacing The Lifter / Tilt Module

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.15.3 Replacing the lifter / tilt module ATTENTION: Danger of crushing! The seat/seat support is very heavy. Danger of injury to hands and feet! · Use proper lifting techniques Requirements: · 5 mm Allen key ·...
  • Page 94 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Open the power supply chain of the lifter: - Flip the cover (1) up. - Pull the flap (2) out of the cover. - Repeat this procedure link by link. · Remove both cable ties that secure the cable at the ends of the power supply chain.
  • Page 95 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL ATTENTION: Danger of crushing! The seat/seat support is very heavy. Danger of injury to hands and feet! · Use proper lifting techniques · Loosen the four screws (1) that attach the seat to the lifter / tilt module using a 5 mm Allen key.
  • Page 96 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Loosen the four screws (1). · Lift the lifter / tilt module out of the frame. Installing the tilt module: · Install the tilt module in reverse order. Make sure that seat tilt mounting brackets (2) are affixed with screws to the top holes in the seat frame brackets (5).

  • Page 97: Backrest Unit

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.16 Backrest unit 8.16.1 Replacing the standard backrest Requirements: · 5 mm Allen key · open-ended spanner, 10 mm · open-ended spanner, 13 mm Dismantling the backrest unit: · Remove the backrest cushion. ·...
  • Page 98 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Refitting the backrest unit: · Replace the parts in the reverse order. · To conclude, you should always carry out a trial run to test the vehicle functions.

  • Page 99: Replacing A Standard Backrest With Quick Release

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.16.2 Replacing a standard backrest with quick release Requirements: · 5 mm Allen key · open-ended spanner, 10 mm · open-ended spanner, 13 mm Dismantling the backrest unit: · Remove the backrest cushion. ·...

  • Page 100: Replacing A Flex2 Backrest

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.16.3 Replacing a Flex2 backrest Requirements: · Torx Bit TX40 wrench Dismantling the backrest unit: · Remove the backrest cushion. · Loosen the hand wheels (4). · Remove the backrest tube (1) from the backrest mounting bracket (2).

  • Page 101: Adjusting Backrest Former

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.16.4 Adjusting backrest former The backrest former can be individually adapted to the user's back shape. · Pull the front and rear faces of the backrest upholstery (1) apart and remove. The backrest upholstery front and rear faces are held together using Velcro fastenings.

  • Page 102: Seat System Modulite

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.17 Seat system Modulite 8.17.1 Replacing the tilt actuator Note Replacing the actuator for the seat angle adjustment in the lifter / seat tilt adjustment module is also described. Requirements: · Screwdriver, flat, width 6 mm ·...

  • Page 103: Replacing The Lifter Actuator

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.17.2 Replacing the lifter actuator Requirements: · Screwdriver flat, width 6 mm · Large screwdriver · Flat screwdriver · Remove legrests. · Run the lifter up to if possible. · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote.

  • Page 104: Replacing The Lifter / Seat Angle Adjustment Module

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.17.3 Replacing the lifter / seat angle adjustment module Note Replacement of the seat angle adjustment module is performed in the same manner. ATTENTION: Danger of crushing! The seat is very heavy. Danger of injury to hands and feet! ·...
  • Page 105 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Remove the seat frame by removing the screws (1) with a T40 Torx wrench. · Disconnect the actuator cable and microswitch cable from the cable harness.
  • Page 106 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Loosen and remove the screws (2) incl. the washers with a 5 mm Allen key. · Lift the module of the seat angle adjustment (1) from the adapter and replace it. · Reassembly takes place in the reverse order.

  • Page 107: Replacing The Backrest Actuator

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.17.4 Replacing the backrest actuator Dismantling the backrest actuator: · Pull the cable off directly where it is connected to the actuator (1) · Detach the bracket of the actuator at the top and bottom; to do this, slide the bolts (3) to the side using the lever (4) and tilt the actuator (1) out of the backrest clamp (2).

  • Page 108: Backrest Modulite

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.18 Backrest Modulite 8.18.1 Replacing the standard backrest Requirements: · 5 mm Allen key Dismantling the backrest unit: · Remove the backrest cushion. · Loosen the fixation lever (2) of the backrest tube. ·...

  • Page 109: Replacing The Backrest Mounting Bracket

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.18.2 Replacing the backrest mounting bracket Requirements: · 5 mm Allen key Dismantling the backrest unit: · Remove the backrest cushion. · Loosen the fixation levers (2) of the corresponding backrest tube (1), depending on the version.

  • Page 110: Replacing The Backrest Mounting Bracket For Sb 53

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.18.3 Replacing the backrest mounting bracket for SB 53 Requirements: · 5 mm Allen key Dismantling the backrest unit: · Remove the backrest cushion. · Loosen the fixation levers (2) of the corresponding backrest tube (1), depending on the version.

  • Page 111: Adjusting The Seat Width/ Backrest Width (Modulite)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.19 Adjusting the seat width/ backrest width (Modulite) 8.19.1 Adjusting the seat width You can only adjust the seat width for the adjustable seat plate or for the adjustable sling seat. The sling seat is available in two widths: for a seat width of 38-43 cm and for a seat width of 48-53 cm.
  • Page 112 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Loosen and remove the screws of the seat frame adjustment (A) with a T40 Torx wrench. · Loosen and remove the screws of the fixation of the legrest mounting brackets (B). · Adjust the seat frame and the legrest fixation to the desired width according to the following...

  • Page 113: Adjusting The Backrest Width

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.19.2 Adjusting the backrest width The backrest width is adjusted by performing the following tasks: · Adjust the backrest tube. · Adjust the backrest: - Sling backrest, as described in chapter 8.16.4. - Flex3 backrest, as described in chapter 8.19.3.
  • Page 114 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Remove the backrest cushion. · Loosen the straps of the sling backrest or remove the Flex3 backrest. · Loosen and remove both screws (5) of the actuator fixation bracket. · Remove the cover of the actuator fixation bracket.

  • Page 115: Adjusting The Flex3 Backrest

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.19.3 Adjusting the Flex3 backrest Requirements: · Phillips screwdriver · 5 mm Allen key · Remove the front lateral plates (2 and 4) from the backrest (1) by loosening and removing the five hexagon socket head screws (3).

  • Page 116: Installing Accessories

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Installing accessories Replacing the holding strap Requirements: · open-ended spanner, 13 mm · 5 mm Allen key Note A nut is fixed between the two washers (2) and (4) as a spacer so that the belt mounting can rotate freely.

  • Page 117: Replacing Seat Belts (Modulite Seat)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Replacing seat belts (Modulite seat) 9.2.1 Installation on the backrest mounting bracket (simple backrest) Requirements: · Socket spanner,13 mm · 5 mm Allen key · The seat belts are attached via the drill hole (1) at the top right.

  • Page 118: Installation On The Backrest Mounting Bracket (Adjustable Seat)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 9.2.2 Installation on the backrest mounting bracket (adjustable seat) Requirements: · 5 mm Allen key · Loosen the screw (1) with a 5 mm Allen key. · Remove the screw (1), the corresponding washer (2) and the seat belt and belt winder (3) from the backrest mounting bracket (4).

  • Page 119: Installation On The Seat Frame Profile (Adjustable Seat)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 9.2.3 Installation on the seat frame profile (adjustable seat) Requirements: · 5 mm Allen key · Loosen the screw (1) with a 5 mm Allen key. · Remove the screw (1), the washer (2), the seat belt, the sliding bushing (3) and the sliding block (4) from the seat frame profile (5).

  • Page 120: Operating Hours Counter

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Operating hours counter 9.3.1 Replacing the operating hours counter Requirements: · Philipps screwdriver, size 2 · 7 mm open-end wrench The operating hours counter is located in the side cover. · Disconnect the plug-in connection of the operating hours counter from the drive motor.
  • Page 121 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Assembly of the operating hours counter is carried out in the reverse order. · Connect the plug of the blue wire (-) to the plug contact of the operating hours counter which is marked with a "2".

  • Page 122: Replacing The Connecting Cable Of The Operating Hours Counter

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 9.3.2 Replacing the connecting cable of the operating hours counter Requirements: · Philipps screwdriver, size 2 · Side cutters · Cable ties · The operating hours counter is located in the side cover. ·...
  • Page 123 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL CAUTION! Property damage can result if the counter is wrongly connected. If the plus and minus wires are connected the wrong way, it will damage the electronic components of the operating hours counter. · Make sure the cable is connected correctly.

  • Page 124: Luggage Carrier

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Luggage carrier Requirements: · 5 mm Allen wrench · 10 mm open-ended wrench · If no conventional lighting system is installed: Loosen and remove both hexagon socket head screws (4) together with the washer.

  • Page 125: Further Accessories

    - Push the luggage carrier slightly towards the rear. - Close the clamping levers of the luggage carrier fixation bracket. Further accessories Note The installation instructions for additional accessories are available at your Invacare® specialist supplier or directly from Invacare®.

  • Page 126: Adjusting The Seating Position

    Any changes to the drive program can affect the driving characteristics and the tipping stability of the vehicle! · Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare® specialist dealers! · Invacare® supplies all mobility aids with a standard drive program ex-works. Invacare® can...

  • Page 127: Adjusting The Lower Leg Length And Seat Depth

    SERVICE MANUAL 10.1 Adjusting the lower leg length and seat depth 10.1.1 Adjusting the lower leg length Invacare® offers a range of legrests which can be adjusted individually. See operation manual. 10.1.2 Adjusting the seat depth A: Seat depth B: Center of gravity of the seat/ seat position Standard seat The Seat depth is adjusted by moving the seat back.

  • Page 128: Adjusting The Seat Angle

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Flex2 seat The Flex2 seat is fixed directly to the base frame. · Rear drillholes (1) · Front drillholes (2) Note For adjusting the seat depth should be first the seat frame secured in the median position on the base frame.

  • Page 129: 12° Adjusting The Seat Angle With Standard Seat Or Flex2 Seat

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 10.2.1 12° Adjusting the seat angle with Standard seat or Flex2 seat Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench · 13 mm open-ended wrench · Screwdriver, flat, width approx. 6 mm · Small hammer ATTENTION: Danger of crushing! The seat is very heavy.
  • Page 130 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Adjusting the actuator holder on the chassis Detailed instructions on the actuator can be found in chapter 8.15.1. · Use the screwdriver to remove the SL- retainer (1) of the lower holding bolt. ·...

  • Page 131: 20° Adjusting The Seat Angle Flex2 Seat Or Modulite Seat

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 10.2.2 20° Adjusting the seat angle Flex2 seat or Modulite seat Requirements: · 5 mm Allen wrench · Screwdriver, flat, width approx. 6 mm · Small hammer ATTENTION: Danger of crushing! The seat is very heavy. Danger of injury to hands and feet! ·...
  • Page 132 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Flex2 seat · Place a support under the seat. · Use the Allen wrench to loosen the screw (1) and remove. Pay attention to the washer while doing so. · Adjust the seat with the screw (1) to the desired height, according to the table S.131.

  • Page 133: Adjusting The Center Of Gravity Of The Seat

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 10.3 Adjusting the center of gravity of the seat The center of gravity of the seat can be adjusted by mounting the seat frame farther towards the front or the rear on the seat.
  • Page 134 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Note The user weight and seat depth have strong influences on the choice of the Center of gravity of the seat. If the user is heavy and the seat depth is greater, the focus should be the farther back.
  • Page 135 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Screw fixation positions of various seats and tilt modules 12° tilt module 1 – Screw fixation positions of the standard seat 2 – Screw fixation positions of the Flex2 A – Screw fixation variations Flex2, see details below 20°...
  • Page 136 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 20° tilt module Modulite Because of the oblong holes (1) there is no fixed screw fixation position at the modulite. The seat angle adjustment depends on the measurements as described in chapter 10.3.3.

  • Page 137: Standard Seat

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 10.3.1 Standard seat Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench · 5 mm Allen wrench · 13 mm open-ended wrench · Flat screwdriver · Smal hammer ATTENTION: Danger of crushing! The seat is very heavy. Danger of injury to hands and feet! ·...

  • Page 138: Flex2 Seat

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite The picture shows where the drillholes for fixing the seat frame (3) are located on the base frame. · Rear drillholes (1) · Front bolts (2) · The seat frame can only be fixed in one position on the base frame.
  • Page 139 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Loosen the fixation screws at the appropriate positions (2). 12° tilt 20° tilt...
  • Page 140 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Slide the Flex2 seat forward or rearward until the fixation screws can be inserted into the corresponding variation holes: 1 – Hinten 2 – Mitte 3 – Vorne With the three holes on the seat frame five variants are possible.

  • Page 141: Modulite Seat

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 10.3.3 Modulite seat The Modulite seat is available in two versions: · Adjustable seats (plate and strap): Adjustment of the center of gravity via the lateral profiles, as described in chapter 10.3.3.1. · Simple seat: Adjustment of the center of gravity via the oblong holes of the seat adaptor, as described in chapter 10.3.3.2.
  • Page 142 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Note The front edge of the seat frame profile should be located 15 to 17 mm in front of the steering heads of the castors. If you decrease this value, make sure that · you decrease the seat depth by the same value and...

  • Page 143: Adjustable Seats

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 10.3.3.1 Adjustable seats Requirements: · 6 mm Allen key · Remove the seat plate or sling seat (1), see chapter 8.19.1. · Loosen the socket head screws (2) in the front and rear, left and right – DO NOT remove.

  • Page 144: Simple Seat

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 10.3.3.2 Simple seat Requirements: · 6 mm Allen key · Remove the seat plate (1) or the sling seat, see chapter 8.19.1. · Loosen the socket head screws (2) in the front and rear, left and right – DO NOT remove.

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