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Invacare Atlas Lite User Manual

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  • Page 1 Atlas Lite I n v a c a r e ® Yes, you can. User guide I S O 9 0 0 1...
  • Page 2 Invacare. As the Australasian and world leading manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavours to supply a wide range of wheelchairs to meet all the needs of the user in everyday life. However, final selection of the wheelchair rests solely with the user and his/her qualified health advisor.
  • Page 3 The I n v a c a r e Atlas Lite is designed for both indoor and outdoor use with the purpose of helping people ® who are not able to walk over a long distance.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS B. DESCRIPTION OF YOUR CHAIR A. GENERAL GUIDELINES Page 1. General Page 1.1. Introduction 1. Safety and operating limits 1.2. General description 1.1. Reaching an object from the chair 2. Adjustments 1.2. Sideways transferring to other seats 2.1.

  • Page 5: General Guidelines

    - Weight Limit A GENERAL GUIDELINES The maximum recommended weight of the user is 120 kg. However, the level of activity is an essential factor. For 1. Safety and operating limits example, an active user who weighs 75 kg may subject the For safe operation of your wheelchair, the following para- wheelchair to more stress than that of a user who weighs meters should be observed:...
  • Page 6 1.1.2 Leaning backward 1.1.1 Leaning forward Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object Do not extend your chest over the armrest (figure 4). so that you can simply pick it up by stretching your arm In order to reach an object in front of you, you must lean and while sitting in the chair in a normal position.

  • Page 7: Sideways Transferring To Other Seats

    1.2 Sideways transferring to other seats Warning : This may be done without assistance provided that you are - Position yourself as close as possible to the place where sufficiently mobile and have a strong enough torso. you wish to sit. - Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the seat - When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the seat to prevent breaking screws, damaging the seat...

  • Page 8: Tilting

    1.4 Tilting, Kerbs 1.3 Tilting (balancing on the rear wheels) To get onto the footpath: For greater safety, this operation must be performed by an - Method 1 (figure 11) attendant.The attendant should be aware of the required The attendant positions the wheelchair in front of the physical effort and use appropriate positioning in order to footpath facing forward.

  • Page 9: Stairways

    The wheelchair must not be lowered until the last step has To get off the footpath : been passed and the chair is clear of the stairs. The attendant positions the wheelchair facing forward on the footpath and tilts it backwards until it is balanced, then To descend stairways : he/she pushes the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels Same operation as above, however, in reverse order.

  • Page 10: Operating Instructions

    Upward slopes (figure 15) : 2. Operating instructions Lean the upper body forward and move the wheelchair 2.1 Unfolding and Folding the wheelchair forward with short quick pushes on the hand rims to main- tain speed and direction control. If you want to rest, apply 2.1.1 Unfolding the wheelchair (figure 18) : both brakes when stopping.

  • Page 11: Wheelchair Propulsion

    2.2 Wheelchair propulsion 2.1.2 Folding the chair (figures 19 and 20) : Wheelchair propulsion is provided by the handrims moun- - Fold and lock the footrest/legrest toward the front of the ted on the wheels. wheelchair. - Swivel the plates into the vertical position. Using both hands, take the centre front and back edges of the seat Qualified medical and paramedical staff will be able to upholstery and lift it.

  • Page 12: Safety Inspection And Maintenance

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

  • Page 13: Transportation

    4.Transportation Make sure that the wheel nuts and precision bearings are tight. Invacare recommends that wheelchair occupants transfer Make sure that the wheels are parallel to the frame. into the vehicle seat and use the OEM (Original Equipment i. Handrims Manufacturer) vehicle-installed restraint system.

  • Page 14: Standard Terms And Condition S

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

  • Page 15: Introduction

    Important: based upon the selected model or options, your new Atlas Lite wheelchair may be equipped with all of the The footrest consists of an adjustable tube and the ...

  • Page 16: Adjustments

    Adjustments The castor consists of the front wheel and the fork. The  castors provide front contact with the ground and determine 2.1 Seat elements the steering by the direction of the forks. 2.1.1 Padded seat upholstery The manual brake is a parking brake. The two manual Provides comfortable support to the user.

  • Page 17: Backrest Options

    2.1.2 Backrest Options Dismounting backrest: can be removed for transportation. Always make sure that the backrest is properly locked Unscrew both buttons (A) until you can pull up the in place before the user settles down in the wheelchair to backrest canes, reverse the procedure to reinstall.

  • Page 18: Backrest Upholstery

    2.1.4 Footrest supports 2.1.3 Backrest upholstery - Standard footrest supports (photo 3) swing away during The padded backrest provides excellent daily comfort for the transfers and can be removed during transport. user who does not need specific support for the upper body. Operate lever (A) by pushing sideways and swivelling towards ...

  • Page 19: Armrests

    2.1.5 Armrests To remove armrest (photo 6), push down the push pin (A) and - Footrests (photo 5): the footplate can be lifted during transfers, footrests are height adjustable. simply pull it up, reverse the procedure to reinsert making Loosen the bolt (A) to adjust to the desired height, firmly sure that the push pin (B) is properly engaged in its housing.

  • Page 20: Folding System

    2.2.3 Seat Height adjustment Never exceed the pressure specified on the sidewalls of The Atlas Lite allows 2 seat heights 50 cm (A) or 47,5 cm (B), the tyre, otherwise, the tyre may explode and cause injuries ! always delivered with 50 cm height (Photos 7-7A).

  • Page 21: Axles

    2.5 Brakes 2.3.3 Axles (photo 9) 2.5.1 Manual brakes The Quick release axles connect the wheels and frame: Depress the button (A) and insert the axle in the bearing (B) Manual brakes (photo 10) are designed to be used for the of the chassis until it locks in place.

  • Page 22: Attendant Brakes

    To adjust braking: turn the screw (C) counter clockwise to increase braking force and turn clockwise to reduce it. Firmly tighten the screws (B) after adjustment. Keep your fingers away from movable parts to prevent injuries ! The specific adjustments of hub brakes must always be 2.5.2 Attendant brakes performed by your Dealer.

  • Page 23: Standard Wheelchair Speci Cations

    8" (200 mm) solid tyre Parking brake : Manual brake After sale and disposal recommendations Backrest : Fixed angle/Folding & • It is compulsory to use original Invacare spare parts which ® Removable you can buy through any Invacare dealer.

  • Page 24: Dimensions

    3.3. Dimensions ������� ������� ������� ����������� ������� ����������� ����� ����� ������� ������������� Min/Max Min/Max �������� Picture Description Picture Description value value ������ ������ Backrest ����� ����� height Seat effective 410/450/480 including width (mm) ������� headrest ���������� Static ���� ������� (mm) �����...
  • Page 25 1 Lenton Place North Rocks NSW 2151 Australia. email: sales@invacare.com.au Phone 1800 460 460 Fax: (02) 8839 5311 www.invacare.com.au Invacare New Zealand PO Box 62-124 4 Westfield Place Mt Wellington, Auckland, New Zealand Freephone 0508 468 222 Freefax 0508 807 788...

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