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Invacare XLT User Manual

Invacare XLT User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Active / Dynamic / Swing / Max en Active wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
  • Page 2 All rights reserved. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Trademarks are identified by ™and ®. All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    12.18 Adjusting the one arm drive ..... 53 3.8 Footboard converter XLT Max..... 10 12.19 Mounting the drum brake .

  • Page 4: General

    The wheelchair has been tested in accordance with EN 12183. It Invacare® in your country (for addresses, see back page of this includes a test for flammability (EN 1021-2 and ISO 8191-2). manual).

  • Page 5: Safety

    Risk due to driving style being unsuitable for the and gives the following information: conditions There is a risk of skidding on wet ground, gravel or INVACARE International SARL uneven terrain. – Always adjust your speed and driving style to the conditions (weather, surface, individual ability, etc.).

  • Page 6: Components And Their Functions

    3 Components and their functions Frame Legrest Footplate 3.1 Overview Castor fork with castor Parking brake Antitipper Rear wheel Push handle Armrest Clothes-guard Seat / Cushion Backrest Footrest tube Handrim The equipment of your wheelchair may differ from the diagram as each wheelchair is manufactured individually to the specifications in the order.

  • Page 7: Parking Brakes

    – Never apply the parking brakes while you are moving. The XLT Active front is designed to hold your feet and lower parts of WARNING! your leg steady. The footrest tube is standard.

  • Page 8: Backrest

    Foldable push handles To apply the brake, pull the brake lever forwards beside or between your knees as far as possible. To release the brake, push the brake lever backwards beside or between your knees. 3.3 Backrest Backrest cover You can adjust the tension of the backrest cover as required. Adjusting the backrest cover Fully depress button A and fold up respectively fold down the push handle B until it audibly engages.

  • Page 9: Detachable Armrest / Mudguard

    Components and their functions 3.7 Swiveling legrests Fitting Insert the siderest from above into the holder on the back. Fixed Fold it downwards. Adjusting the height Tip the lever A on the front of the support and move the armrest upwards or downwards until you reach the desired height.

  • Page 10: Footboard Converter Xlt Max

    – Do not place anything heavy, or let children sit on Installing the legrest. 3.8 Footboard converter XLT Max The footboard converter is a sturdy construction in three parts that is easily disassembled to allow for transfers into and out of the wheelchair.

  • Page 11: Antitipper

    Components and their functions Deactivating the antitipper Press the cap A of the antitipper completely downwards and then sideways. A red warning sticker can now be seen. Swivel the antitipper backwards until it engages. WARNING! Risk of tipping An activated antitipper can catch when negotiating a step or an edge.

  • Page 12: Tires

    3.10 Tires CAUTION! – The tires pressure needs to be equal in both wheels to The ideal pressure depends on the tire type: avoid decreased driving comfort, to keep the parking brakes working properly and to ease propelling of the The table below is an indication.

  • Page 13: Accessories

    Accessories Shorten or extend the loop D as required. 4 Accessories Thread loop D through catch A and plastic buckle E until the loop is flat. 4.1 Posture belt If this adjustment is not sufficient, it might be required to re-fit the posture belt at the fixations.

  • Page 14: Assistant Operated Drum Brakes

    CAUTION! The legrests are automatically locked so there is no risk of Risk of pinching your fingers them coming off the wheelchair. – Take care not to trap your fingers between the spokes and the three bars of the outer hand rim. 4.5 Head-/ neckrest The head-/ neckrest is mounted on the push bar.

  • Page 15: Setup

    Setup Your specialist dealer will supply your wheelchair ready for use. Your 5 Setup dealer will explain the main functions and ensure that the wheelchair meets your needs and requirements. 5.1 Safety information CAUTION! Risk of injury – Before using the wheelchair, check its general condition and its main functions, 8.2 Maintenance Schedule, page 27.

  • Page 16: Using The Wheelchair

    6.2 Braking during use 6 Using the wheelchair Whilst you are moving, you brake by transferring force to the handrim with your hands. 6.1 Safety information WARNING! WARNING! Risk of overturning Risk of accidents If you apply the parking brakes while you are moving, the Uneven tire pressure can have a huge effect on handling.

  • Page 17: Driving And Steering The Wheelchair

    Using the wheelchair 6.4 Driving and steering the wheelchair You drive and steer the wheelchair using the handrims. Before driving without an assistant you must find your wheelchair’s tipping point. WARNING! Risk of tipping The wheelchair can tip backwards if it is not fitted with an antitipper.

  • Page 18: Negotiating Steps And Kerbs

    6.5 Negotiating steps and kerbs Going up a step WARNING! WARNING! Risk of overturning Risk of serious injuries When negotiating steps you could lose your balance and Going up steps and kerbs frequently can result in earlier tip the wheelchair over. than expected fatigue break of the wheelchair backrest.

  • Page 19: Going Up And Down Stairs

    Using the wheelchair 6.6 Going up and down stairs 6.7 Negotiating ramps and slopes WARNING! WARNING! Risk of overturning Risk due to wheelchair being out of control When negotiating stairs you could lose your balance and When negotiating slopes or gradients your wheelchair overturn your wheelchair.

  • Page 20: Stability And Balance When Seated

    Going up slopes Going down slopes To go up a slope, you must create some momentum, keep up the When going down slopes, it is important to control your direction momentum and control the direction at the same time. and particularly your speed. Bend your upper body forwards and propel the wheelchair with Lean back and carefully allow the handrims to run through your quick, powerful strokes on both handrims.
  • Page 21 Using the wheelchair Reaching backwards WARNING! Risk of falling out If you lean too far backwards you could tip your wheelchair over. – Do not lean out over the backrest. – Use an antitipper device. Point the front wheels forwards. (To do this, move your wheelchair forwards slightly then back again.) Do not apply the parking brakes.

  • Page 22: Transport

    – Ensure the backrest posts are securely in place. The XLT is easy to transport. Many parts are removable to make the wheelchair smaller and lighter. Remove the armrests/mudguards, see chapter 3.5 Flip-up armrest, page 8 resp. 3.6 Detachable armrest / mudguard, page 9 .

  • Page 23: Transporting The Occupied Wheelchair In A Vehicle

    (structure, frame or parts) IMPORTANT! without the written consent of Invacare. The wheelchair has been It is recommended that training be given on the proper successfully tested according to the requirements of ISO 7176–19.
  • Page 24 The wheelchair tie-down positions where the restraint system straps Front side tie-down positions for belt straps: must be placed are marked with snap hook symbols (see following figures and section 2.3 Labels and symbols on the product, page 5 ). Using the front and rear straps of the 4-point restraint system, secure the wheelchair to the vehicle mounted rails.
  • Page 25 Transport Rear side tie-down positions for snap hooks: IMPORTANT! The illustration above may differ depending on the restraint system supplier. Attach the snap hooks to the rear frame right above the adapter WARNING! plate as shown in the two figures above (see location of the –...
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  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Maintenance 8 Maintenance IMPORTANT! – Loose posture belts must be adjusted by a specialist dealer. – Damaged posture belts must be replaced by a specialist 8.1 Safety information dealer. – Posture belts must always be installed by a specialist WARNING! Some materials deteriorate naturally over time.

  • Page 28: Cleaning

    Lift the tire wall over the edge of the rim. Start close to the Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance valve and use a bicycle tire lever. When doing this, check all the the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To operate way round to ensure that the inner tube is not trapped between properly and safely, your wheelchair must be cared for just the tire and the rim.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 9 Troubleshooting IMPORTANT! – Some of the actions listed must be carried out by an authorised specialist dealer. These are indicated. We recommend that all adjustments are carried out by a 9.1 Safety information specialist dealer. Faults may arise as a result of daily use, adjustments or changing demands on the wheelchair.

  • Page 30: Identifying And Repairing Faults

    9.2 Identifying and repairing faults Fault Possible cause Action The wheelchair does not travel Incorrect tire pressure on one rear wheel Correct tire pressure, ® 3.10 Tires, page 12 in a straight line Replace faulty spoke(s), ® specialist dealer One or more spokes broken Spokes tightened unevenly Tighten loose spokes, ®...

  • Page 31: After Use

    After Use • Inspection, 8.2 Maintenance Schedule, page 27 in this manual. 10 After Use • The wheelchair should be adapted for the new user in accordance with the service documentation (available from the küschall® distributor in your country). 10.1 Storage IMPORTANT! 10.3 Disposal Risk of damage to the product...

  • Page 32: Technical Data

    11 Technical data 11.1 Dimensions and weight Dimensions and weight may alter according to different configurations. All dimensions and weight specifications given below reflect the minimum/maximum possible values for the wheelchair. 1512799-A...

  • Page 33: Environmental Conditions

    Technical data XLT Active XLT Dynamic XLT Swing XLT Max 360 – 500 mm, in 360 – 500 mm, in 360 – 500 mm, in 500/550/600 mm, in A Seat depth increments of 20 mm increments of 20 mm increments of 20 mm...
  • Page 34 All components have either a protective coating or are corrosion Screws and bolts Steel resistant. Castors Aluminium Not all küschall® wheelchair models can be built in Carbon Fiber and/or Titanium. 1512799-A...

  • Page 35: Service

    Service 12 Service 12.1 Seat height tables XLT Active ABCD L=75 L=110 L=150 [mm] 22” 75 (3”) 75 (3”) 100 (4”) 41–42 100 (4”) 41–42 75 (3”) 41–42 125 (5”) 41–42 100 (4”) 41–42 125 (5”) 41–42 140 (5.5”) 41–42 75 (3”)
  • Page 36 41–42 150 (6”) 180 (7”) 140 (5.5”) 125 (5”) 150 (6”) 180 (7”) 140 (5.5”) 150 (6”) 180 (7”) * Not applicable ABCD L=75 [mm] 24”/25” Low profile 75 (3”) 75 (3”) 100 (4”) 41–42 100 (4”) 41–42 75 (3”) 41–42 125 (5”) 41–42...
  • Page 37 Service 46–47 41–42 180 (7”) *D1–4 (SD40) 46–47 41–42 75 (3”) 46–47 41–42 100 (4”) 46–47 41–42 125 (5”) 46–47 41–42 150 (6”) 46–47 41–42 140 (5.5”) 46–47 41–42 180 (7”) 46–47 41–42 100 (4”) 46–47 41–42 125 (5”) 46–47 41–42 150 (6”) 46–47...
  • Page 38 47–48 42–43 140 (5.5”) 47–48 42–43 150 (6”) 47–48 42–43 180 (7”) *D1–6 (SD40) * Not applicable / SD = seat depth XLT Dynamic ABCD L=75 L=110 L=150 [mm] 22” 75 (3”) 75 (3”) 100 (4”) 41–42 100 (4”) 41–42 75 (3”)
  • Page 39 Service 41–42 100 (4”) 41–42 *D3(SD40) 125 (5”) 41–42 75 (3”) 41–42 125 (5”) *D2(SD40) 41–42 100 (4”) 41–42 100 (4”) 41–42 125 (5”) *D1 (SD40) 41–42 *D1 (SD40) 125 (5”) 41–42 75 (3”) 41–42 100 (4”) 41–42 125 (5”) 41–42 75 (3”) 41–42...
  • Page 40 46–47 41–42 125 (5”) *D1–5 (SD40) 46–47 41–42 100 (4”) *D1–4 (SD40) 46–47 41–42 *D1–4 125 (5”) (SD40) 46–47 125 (5”) *D1–6 (SD40) * Not applicable / SD = seat depth ABCD L=75 L=110 L=150 [mm] 26” Low profile 100 (4”) *D1–6 (SD40) 42–43 *D1–6 (SD40)
  • Page 41 Service XLT Swing ABCD L=75 [mm] 22” 75 (3”) 75 (3”) 100 (4”) 41–42 100 (4”) 41–42 75 (3”) 41–42 125 (5”) 41–42 100 (4”) 41–42 125 (5”) 41–42 140 (5.5”) 41–42 75 (3”) 41–42 125 (5”) 41–42 100 (4”) 41–42...
  • Page 42 41–42 150 (6”) *D1–2 (SD40) 41–42 180 (7”) *D1–6 (SD40) 140 (5.5”) 125 (5”) 150 (6”) 180 (7”) *C1, D1–6 (SD40) + D1 (SD45) 140 (5.5”) *D1–6 (SD40) 150 (6”) 180 (7”) *D1–6 (SD40) * Not applicable / SD = seat depth ABCD L=75 L=15...
  • Page 43 Service 41–42 180 (7”) 41–42 75 (3”) 41–42 100 (4”) 41–42 125 (5”) 41–42 150 (6”) *D1–6 (SD40) 41–42 *D1–4 (SD40) 140 (5.5”) 41–42 180 (7”) 41–42 100 (4”) 41–42 125 (5”) 41–42 *D1–6 (SD40) 150 (6”) *C1–7, D1–6 (SD40) 180 (7”) + D1–6 (SD45) *D1–3 (SD40)
  • Page 44 180 (7”) + C1–2, D1–6 (SD45) *D1–6 (SD40) 140 (5.5”) 150 (6”) *C1, D1–6 (SD40) + D1 (SD45) *C1–6, D1–6 (SD40) 180 (7”) + D1–6 (SD45) * Not applicable / SD = seat depth XLT Max L=110 L=150 [mm] 1512799-A...

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Footbow

    Loosen the screws A on both sides. Adjust the footbow to the correct height. Retighten the screws and adjust the calf-strap. Adjust the clamp and footbow to the correct height. Retighten the screws and adjust the calf-strap. Footbow XLT Max 1512799-A...

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Fixed Legrests

    12.4 Adjusting the angle adjustable legrests ●○○ Difficulty: Tools: 5 mm Allen key Loosen the screws A on both sides. Adjust the footbow to the correct height using one of the six holes B in the footbow tube. Retighten the screws and adjust the calf-strap. WARNING! Risk of injury The footbow can fall out if the screws are not tightened...

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Depth And Angle Adjustable Footplates

    Service 12.6 Adjusting the depth and angle 12.8 Adjusting one-piece footrests (XLT adjustable footplates Swing) ●○○ Difficulty: Tools: 5 mm Allen key Angle and the depth adjustment Loosen the screw A at the footplate attachment. Adjust the footplate to the correct position and retighten the screw.

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Backrest

    Hold the nut steady from the inside and retighten the socket For XLT Max: Using a 5 mm Allen key, turn the plates – a little at cap screw using the Allen key.

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Armrests / Mudguards

    Service By this alternating procedure, you can adjust the tilt of the backrest. You must alternate between the two plates whenever you turn them, otherwise, the backrest could become twisted, and its ergonomic advantages will be lost. Once you have found the right position, retighten the nuts B on the inside, while holding the screws A firmly in place with the Allen key.

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Parking Brakes

    CAUTION! CAUTION! Risk of pinching your fingers Risk of pinching your fingers – When adjusting the height do not place your fingers – Take care that your fingers do not get caught between between seat tube and side plate as they may get armrest/mudguard and tire.

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Rear Wheel Attachment (Xlt Max)

    Service 12.14 Adjusting the rear wheel attachment Adjusting the rear wheel position (XLT Max) By changing the position of the rear wheel on the rear wheel attachment you can alter both the rear seat height and the manoeuvrability/stability of the wheelchair. The further forward the rear wheel is positioned, the more manoeuvrable your chair becomes, but with reduced stability.

  • Page 52: Adjusting The Castor Wheels

    12.16 Mounting the antitippers WARNING! Safety risk Standard antitipper – When you have fitted the wheels in the correct position, it is important that you check thoroughly that the nuts and screws are tightened securely. The axle housing should be tightened with a manual and dynamometric wrench calibrated to 40 Nm.

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Trunk Support

    Service One arm drive antitipper Adjusting the angle ●○○ Difficulty: Tools: 4 mm and 5 mm Allen key ●○○ Difficulty: Tools: 5 mm Allen key / 13 mm fixed spanner Attach the adapter plate C to the antitipper with the screws A. Attach the antitipper with adapter plate to the rear wheel Remove the cover on the arm of the trunk support to reach attachment D with the screws and washers B.

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Amputee Legrests

    12.20 Adjusting the amputee legrests ●○○ Difficulty: Tools: 5 mm Allen key Adjusting the angle and depth Slacken the screw A. Adjust the cushion’s angle and depth. Retighten the screw. Adjusting the height Attach the drum brake A and the rear wheel axle D. Attach the nut and the washer C, tighten with 40 Nm.
  • Page 55 Notes...
  • Page 56 Invacare Sales Companies Ireland: United Kingdom: Invacare Ireland Ltd, Invacare Limited Unit 5 Seatown Business Campus Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed Seatown Road, Swords, County Bridgend CF35 5AQ Dublin Tel: (44) (0) 1656 776 222 Tel : (353) 1 810 7084...

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