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Page 1: Service Manual
Invacare® Bora / Spectra XTR SERVICE MANUAL These instructions contain information about: testing work repair work Edition:02.06.09... - Page 2 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 3 S-163 91 Spånga finland@invacare.com Sverige WWW: www.invacare.se MÖLNDAL Tillverkare: +46 - (0) 31 – 86 36 00 Invacare Deutschland GmbH Fax: +46 - (0) 31 – 86 36 06 Kleiststraße 49 ginvacare@invacare.com D-32457 Porta Westfalica Deutschland LANDSKRONA +46 - (0) 418 – 285 40 Fax: +46 - (0) 418 –...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter Page Introduction General information ........................6 Notes on transport ........................6 Important symbols in this manual ...................6 Safety and fitting instructions Before any inspection or repair work..................8 General safety information and information about fitting / removal........8 Tightening torques Layout of components and componentry Overview...........................10 Electronics modules .......................11 4.2.1... - Page 5 Standard seat ...........................50 Fixed seat ..........................52 Flex-II seat ..........................52 Replacing the holding strap Standard seat & Flex II ......................54 Fixed seat unit .........................55...
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Page 6: Introduction
• Alterations to the mobility device 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 7 Requirements: • This symbol identifies a list of various tools, components and items which you will need in order to carry out certain work. Please do not attempt to carry out the work if you do not have the listed tools available.
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Page 8: Safety And Fitting Instructions
CAUTION: 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 devices with a standard drive program ex-works. Invacare®... -
Page 9: Tightening Torques
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. Thread Tightening torque 3 Nm 6 Nm 10 Nm 25 Nm... -
Page 10: Layout Of Components And Componentry
Layout of components and componentry Overview Underneath the seat: 1) Seat disengager 2) Electronics module The electronics modules used are described in Chapter 4.2. Power seat tilting 3) Adjusting motor... -
Page 11: Electronics Modules
Electronics modules A variety of electronics modules can be fitted to the mobility device. Before you connect any mobility device components such as adjusting motors/actuators or motors to the electronics modules, you should first ensure that you know exactly which electronics module has been fitted. -
Page 12: Acs I 60A Electronics Module
Electronics module Designation Joystick boxes Notes ACT actuator The actuator module module is optional. Lighting PCB The lighting PCB is optional. 4.2.1 ACS I 60A electronics module Connections 1) Motor M2 2) Battery 24V 3) Bus cable (to remote or ACT) 4) Bus cable (to remote or ACT) 5) Motor M1 4.2.2... -
Page 13: Shark Electronics Module
4.2.4 Shark electronics module 4.2.4.1 Shark with 4-pole DCI BUS CABLE Connections 1) Joystick box 2) DCI for actuators (4-pole) 3) Right-hand motor M1 4) Battery 24V 5) Left-hand motor M2 4.2.4.2 Shark with DCI 12-pole Connections 1) Cable to remote 2) DCI for actuators/lighting (12-pole) 3) Right-hand motor M1 4) Battery 24V... -
Page 14: Maintenance Plan (1X Annually)
Maintenance plan (1x annually) Component Check Remedy Notes • Damage to armrests • Replace covering Armrests if damaged • Armrest fixings • Tighten screws • Damage to side • Replace side Side panels panels panels if damaged • Side panel fixings •... - Page 15 Component Check Remedy Notes • Check locking • Replace if Battery case system, it must necessary engage completely. • Remote, status • Evaluate Remote / display blinking error/blink code electronics • Fixings • Tighten fixings, module replace if necessary • Cables and •...
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Page 16: 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 device, please proceed as follows: •... - Page 17 OTHER POSSIBLE SOLUTION Documentation PROBLEM SYMPTOMS CAUSE Mobility None Batteries See chapter 7.5. Replace batteries device defective judders in (unstable drive mode voltage) Drive motor(s) See chapter 7.2. Replace motor(s) defective See chapter 7.2.4. Replace carbon brushes Batteries None Batteries See chapter 7.5.
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Page 18: Rem24 Remote: Error Codes And Diagnostic Codes
REM24 remote: 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. If this does not rectify the fault, determine the cause using the blink codes from the following table. - Page 19 • The figure shows which LEDs are located on the remote. 1) Battery display 2) Profile indicator 3) Adjusting motors Error code POSSIBLE SOLUTION Documentation CAUSE Batteries Charge battery 1 LED battery display discharged Check cable to batteries See chapter 7.7. 2 LED battery display Error at left-hand Check connection plug, check...
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Page 20: Shark Ii Remote Error Codes And Diagnostic Codes
Error code POSSIBLE SOLUTION Documentation CAUSE 8 LED Battery display Actuator error; if more than one actuator is plus fitted, locate the defective 2 LED actuator. actuators Check cable to actuator See chapter 7.7. Shark II remote Error codes and diagnostic codes The drive electronics can automatically rectify some faults. -
Page 21: Repair Work
Repair work General warning information about fitting work CAUTION: Danger of damage to vehicle! 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 22: Replacing The Complete Drive Unit
• Remove both battery cases as described in Chapter 7.5.1. • Disconnect the motor plug from the motor to be replaced from the electronics module. • The motor cable is secured inside the frames with cable ties. Remove the cable ties with the oblique pliers. -
Page 23: Replacing The Motor
7.2.2 Replacing the motor • Loosen the motor screw (1) with the 5 mm Allen key. • Remove the motor from the transmission. • The motor is reassembled in reverse order to disassembly. • The motor must be carefully inserted into the transmission to avoid damage. -
Page 24: Replace Carbon Brushes
• Remove the clutch (2) from the motor (1) using the screwdriver • Place a new clutch on the motor. Observe the position of the groove (3) on the motor. • The motor is reassembled in reverse order to disassembly. •... - Page 25 • Remove the plastic cap (1) and the carbon brushes (3). • Insert new carbon brushes (3) through the openings (2) on the motors. In doing so, the spring must face upwards. • Carefully screw in the plastic cap (1) on the motor with the screwdriver.
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Page 26: Replacing The Electronics
• Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare® specialist dealers! • Invacare® can only give a warranty for safe mobility device driving behaviour - especially the tipping stability - for unaltered standard drive programs! NOTE: All electronics modules are delivered with a standard drive program. - Page 27 • Loosen the screws (1) on both sides of the electronics module with the Phillips screwdriver and remove them. • Remove the electronics module. • Reassembly of the electronics module takes place in reverse order. • Update the drive program if a new software version is available as described in Chapter 7.4.
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Page 28: Updating Software
• Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare® specialist dealers! • Invacare® can only give a warranty for safe mobility device driving behaviour - especially the tipping stability - for unaltered standard drive programs! Requirements: •... -
Page 29: Replacing Batteries
• The batteries are extremely heavy. Please ensure that they do not fall to the ground when they are removed from the chassis. NOTE: A spare fuse is located behind the Invacare logo on the rear battery. • Pull the rear battery case backwards using the belt. The locking device opens automatically... -
Page 30: Removing The Batteries
• Pull the battery cases out using the side handles. • Pull the front battery case backwards using the belt and pull it out using the handles. 7.5.2 Removing the batteries CAUTION: Fire and burns hazard if battery terminal is bypassed! •... - Page 31 • Bend the tabs (1) on the cover lightly to the outside and loosen the battery case covers. • Open the battery case (remove cover). • Pull the battery case socket / plug out of the guide. • The rear battery is only fitted with a battery case socket at the front.
- Page 32 • Remove the terminal cover from the battery terminals (1). • Loosen the battery terminal clamps (1) with the Phillips screwdriver. • First undo the screw on the negative terminal (black cable) with the Phillips screwdriver. • After this, undo the bolt on the positive terminal (red cable).
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Page 33: Correct Handling Of Damaged Batteries
• Always wash any objects which were contacted by acid in plenty of fresh water. Always dispose of used or damaged batteries correctly Used and damaged batteries will be taken back by your medical equipment supplier or Invacare®. Checking and replacing the main fuse CAUTION! Fire hazard! •... - Page 34 • Phillips screwdriver • Strip fuse NOTE: A spare fuse is located behind the Invacare logo on the rear battery. NOTE: If the fuseholder is damaged, you can replace this complete with the battery cables. • Remove both battery cases as described in Chapter 7.5.1.
- Page 35 • Undo the strip fuse nuts (2) with the Phillips screwdriver. • Replace the strip fuse. • Reassembly takes place in the reverse order. • To complete, check all vehicle functions.
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Page 36: Checking The Cable
Checking the cable The following images show checking the cable using the Shark controller as an example. The plug positions are different for both the DX2 and VR2 controllers. The procedure for checking is otherwise identical. The position of the plugs is described in Chapter 4.2. •... - Page 37 • Reassembly takes place in the reverse order. • To complete, check all vehicle functions.
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Page 38: Differences When Replacing The Rem24 Remote
• Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare® specialist dealers! • Invacare® can only give a warranty for safe mobility device driving behaviour - especially the tipping stability - for unaltered standard drive program! -
Page 39: Replacing The Steering Head Bearings On The Steering Wheels
Replacing the steering head bearings on the steering wheels CAUTION: Injury hazard if the vehicle starts moving unintentionally during repair work! • Switch the power supply off (ON/OFF key)! • Engage the drive! • Before raising the vehicle, secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges! CAUTION! Incorrect reassembly can damage the bearings and cause the steering wheels to fall out! •... - Page 40 • 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. • Pull the steering head shaft upwards out of the steering head tube. •...
- Page 41 After assembly, the steering wheels should rotate freely but the bearings should have no play. • First tighten the nuts to 20 Nm +/- 2 Nm. • Then loosen them slightly. • Then retighten to 15 Nm +/- 1.5 Nm.
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Page 42: Repairing Punctures
7.10 Repairing punctures CAUTION: Injury hazard if the vehicle starts moving unintentionally during repair work! • Switch the power supply off (ON/OFF key)! • Engage the drive! • Before raising the vehicle, secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges! 7.10.1 Repairing punctures (wheel size 3.00-8") Requirements: •... -
Page 43: Repairing Punctures (Wheel Size 280/250-4)
• Insert the wheel rim halves from outside into the tyre. • Pump a little air into the inner tube. • Insert the Allen screw once again, and screw the wheel rims together tightly. • Ensure that the tyre outer is seated correctly. •... - Page 44 Repairing the flat tyre • Unscrew valve cap. • Depressurise tyre by pressing in the pin in the valve . • Unscrew the 5 Allen screws (back of the wheel, 2). • Remove the rim halves from the tyre. • Remove the inner tube from the tyre. •...
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Page 45: Replacing A Drive Wheel
7.11 Replacing a drive wheel CAUTION! Danger of mobility device tipping or rolling away! • Prevent the mobility device tipping by propping it up on a wooden block which is long and wide enough under the battery case! If the wooden block is too short or too high, the mobility device can still tip! •... - Page 46 • Under the 4 bolts which secure the wheel (1) using the Torx TX40 spanner. • Remove the wheel from the hub. • Reassembly takes place in the reverse order.
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Page 47: Checking An Adjusting Motor
7.12 Checking an adjusting motor Tools/parts required: • Multimeter • Remove legrests. • Release seat (1) and tilt forwards. • Remove the adjusting motor plug from the electronics module or ACT (see Chapter 4.2. • Check the electrical resistance at the adjusting motor plug (1). - Page 48 • Remove legrests. • Release seat (1) and tilt forwards. • Disconnect the remote bus cable from the electronics module or ACT. • Lift the seat out of the front anchorage and remove it. When doing so, get the help of a second person because the seat is heavy.
- Page 49 • Pull the adjustment spindle with adjusting motor out. • Insert a new adjustment spindle with adjusting motor. • Reinsert the fixing bolts and SL fuses. Fix the SL fuses securely to the fixing bolt with the hammer. • Reinsert the adjusting motor plug into the electronics module.
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Page 50: Adjusting The Seat Depth To The User's Seating Position
In order to adapt the mobility device optimally to the requirements of the user, we recommend that you ask your authorised Invacare® the dealer toadjust the seat depth individually. Adapting the seat to the user's seating position depends on which seat has been fitted, and should be carried out in the following sequence. - Page 51 • Rear bolts (1) • Front bolts (2) • Seat plate (3) • Seat frame (4) The seat plate can be fixed in three different positions on the seat frame. • Front fixing (V) • Centre fixing (M) • Rear fixing (H) The picture shows where the drillholes for fixing the seat frame (3) are located on the base frame.
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Page 52: Fixed Seat
Fixed seat The picture shows the fixed seat from below. The fixed seat is fixed directly to the base frame. • Rear drillholes (1) • Front drillholes (2) Flex-II seat The pictures show the standard seat from above without seat support. - Page 53 The Flex-II seat is fixed directly to the base frame. • Rear drillholes (1) • Front drillholes (2) To adjust the seat depth, proceed as follows: • Loosen screws (3) • Push the front seat section forwards or backwards • Retighten the screws (3)
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Page 54: Replacing The Holding Strap
Replacing the holding strap Standard seat & Flex II 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 55: Fixed Seat Unit
Fixed seat unit Requirements: • open-ended spanner, 13 mm • 13 mm jaw spanner • Loosen the bolt (1) with a 13 mm socket spanner. Hold the nut using a 13 mm jaw spanner to prevent rotation (not visible in figure).