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Invacare Alu Lite User Manual

Invacare Alu Lite User Manual

Low active wheelchair
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Invacare® Alu Lite
en Low active wheelchair
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  • Page 1 Invacare® Alu Lite en Low 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 Corporation. Trademarks are identified by ™and ®. All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 6.6 Negotiating ramps and slopes with an assistant only ..21 6.7 Stability and balance when seated ....21 7 Transport .

  • Page 4: General

    The PDF can then be scaled on screen to a font size that is more comfortable for you. For more information about the product, for example product safety notices and product recalls, contact your Invacare representative. See addresses at the end of this document. 1648362-A...

  • Page 5: Warranty

    Warranty claims against the manufacturer may only be made spare parts by the distributor and not by the user of the product. A written authorisation of Invacare must be obtained before The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, the installing additional adaptations on an Invacare wheelchair.

  • Page 6: Service Life

    Invacare® Alu Lite This low active wheelchair needs to be subscribed and fit to your specific health condition. WARNING! Any other or incorrect use could lead to hazardous situations. There are no contraindications known, when using the wheelchair as intended.

  • Page 7: Safety

    Safety 2 Safety WARNING! Risk due to wheelchair being out of control At high speed you could lose control of your 2.1 Safety information wheelchair and overturn. – Never exceed a speed of 7 km/h. This section contains important safety information for the –...

  • Page 8: Safety Devices

    – It is Invacare’s position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate seating 2.2 Safety devices in vehicles for transportation and use be...

  • Page 9: Labels And Symbols On The Product

    Safety 2.3 Labels and symbols on the product Read user manual Identification label Indicates a hazardous situation that could The identification label is attached to the frame of your result in serious injury or death if it is not wheelchair and gives the following information: avoided.

  • Page 10: Components And Their Functions

    Invacare® Alu Lite 3 Components and their functions Push handle Back 3.1 Overview Rear wheel Parking brake Front wheel fork with front wheel Leg rests, swiveling Footrest Frame Seat Armrest Short description This is a low active wheelchair with crossbar folding mechanism and swiveling leg rests.

  • Page 11: Manual Brakes For Assistant Only

    Components and their functions 3.2 Manual brakes for assistant only WARNING! Risk due to wheelchair being out of control The manual brakes are used to slow down and to immobilize – The manual brakes must be operated the wheelchair when it is stationary to prevent it from simultaneously to slow down the wheelchair.

  • Page 12: Folding Backrest

    – Invacare strongly recommend to remove IMPORTANT! additional load when moving your backposts Risk of damage to the leg rest mechanism upwards or downwards.

  • Page 13: Swiveling Leg Rests

    Swiveling forwards authorized dealer. 1. Swivel the leg rest forwards until it engages. – We recommend to use an Invacare or Matrx cushion with anti-slip base cover in order to Unhinging prevent sliding.

  • Page 14: Accessories

    Invacare® Alu Lite Closing and opening the posture belt 4 Accessories 4.1 Posture belt The wheelchair can be equipped with a posture belt with plastic buckle. It prevents the user from sliding downward in the wheelchair or from falling out of the wheelchair. The posture belt is not a positioning device.
  • Page 15 Accessories 1. Shorten or extend the loop D as required. 2. Thread loop D through catch A and plastic buckle E until the loop is flat. If this adjustment is not sufficient, it might be required to re-fit the posture belt at the fixations. Fitting the posture belt at the fixations CAUTION! –...

  • Page 16: Setup

    Invacare® Alu Lite 5 Setup 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 25. Your authorized dealer will supply your wheelchair ready for use. Your dealer will explain the main functions and ensure that the wheelchair meets your needs and requirements.

  • Page 17: Using The Wheelchair

    Using the wheelchair 6.2 Move to/from the wheelchair 6 Using the wheelchair WARNING! 6.1 Safety information Risk of overturning There is a high risk of overturning during the WARNING! transfer. Risk of falling out of the wheelchair – Only get in and out without assistance if you When using too small front wheels the wheelchair are physically able to do so.

  • Page 18: Driving And Steering The Wheelchair

    Invacare® Alu Lite 6.3 Driving and steering the wheelchair The assistant drive and steer the wheelchair using the push handles. WARNING! Risk of tipping The wheelchair can tip forwards or backwards. – When setting up your wheelchair, test its behavior in terms of tipping forward or backward and adjust your driving style accordingly.

  • Page 19: Negotiating Steps And Kerbs With An Assistant Only

    Using the wheelchair 6.4 Negotiating steps and kerbs with an 1. Move the wheelchair right up to the kerb and hold the handrims. assistant only 2. The assistant should hold both push handles, place WARNING! one foot on the tipper aid (if installed) and tilt the Risk of overturning wheelchair backwards so that the front wheels lift off When negotiating steps you could lose your...

  • Page 20: Going Up And Down Stairs

    Invacare® Alu Lite 6.5 Going up and down stairs Going up a step with an assistant WARNING! WARNING! Risk of serious injuries Risk of overturning Going up steps and kerbs frequently can result When negotiating stairs you could lose your in earlier than expected fatigue break of the balance and overturn your wheelchair.

  • Page 21: Negotiating Ramps And Slopes With An Assistant Only

    Using the wheelchair 6.6 Negotiating ramps and slopes with an 6.7 Stability and balance when seated assistant only Some everyday activities and actions require you to lean forwards, sideways or backwards out of the wheelchair. This WARNING! has a major effect on the wheelchair’s stability. To keep Risk due to wheelchair being out of control your balance at all times, proceed as follows: When negotiating slopes or gradients your...
  • Page 22 Invacare® Alu Lite 1. The assistant apply both parking brakes. 2. When leaning forwards your upper body must remain over the front wheels. Reaching backwards WARNING! Risk of falling out If you lean too far backwards you could tip your wheelchair over.

  • Page 23: Transport

    Transport 7.2 Folding and unfolding the wheelchair 7 Transport Folding the wheelchair 7.1 Safety information WARNING! Risk of injury during transport The wheelchair is not approved to be transported in vehicles, using the ordinary attachment points. – Do not transfer the wheelchair either occupied or unoccupied in vehicles using the ordinary attachment points.

  • Page 24: Lifting The Wheelchair

    Invacare® Alu Lite Unfolding the wheelchair 4. Put the wheelchair back completely on the floor and check that the seat edges on both sides are in the guide components. 5. Fold the foot plates down. 6. Unfolding the backbrace, if present.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Check posture belt Visual check Your Invacare authorized dealer can provide help in carrying out regular maintenance. To find an Check the folding mechanism authorized dealer near you, contact the Invacare distributor for your country (end of this document).
  • Page 26 Spare parts 2. Tighten any loose bolts with the suitable torque. Therefore refer to the Service Manual, available on the All spare parts may be obtained from an Invacare internet at www.invacare.eu.com. authorized dealer. A current list of spare parts is available on the internet at www.invacare.eu.com.

  • Page 27: Cleaning

    Maintenance 8.3 Cleaning Cleaning upholstery For cleaning upholstery refer to the instructions on the label Your wheelchair will serve you well for many years if you on the seat, cushion and backrest cover. clean it regularly. Cleaning metal surfaces IMPORTANT! Hot water and mild detergent on soft cloth should be use Sand and seawater can damage the bearings and to cleaning metal surfaces.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Invacare® Alu Lite 9 Troubleshooting 9.1 Safety information Faults may arise as a result of daily use, adjustments or changing demands on the wheelchair. The table below shows how to identify and repair faults. CAUTION! – Contact your authorized dealer immediately if you notice a fault with your wheelchair, e.g.

  • Page 29: Identifying And Repairing Faults

    Troubleshooting 9.2 Identifying and repairing faults Fault Possible cause Action The wheelchair does not Front wheel bearings are dirty or damaged Clean or replace the bearings, → authorized travel in a straight line dealer The brakes are gripping Brake setting incorrect Correct the brake setting, →...

  • Page 30: After Use

    • The wheelchair should be adapted for the new user in accordance with the service documentation (available from the Invacare authorized dealer in your country). 10.3 Disposal Be environmentally aware and dispose of your wheelchair properly. Disposal is subject to national and local regulations.

  • Page 31: Technical Data

    Technical Data 11 Technical Data Overall length with leg 985 – 1030 mm rests 11.1 Dimensions and weight Overall width 520 – 570 mm Folded length 985 – 1030 mm All dimension an weight specifications refer to a wide range of the wheelchair in a standard configuration.

  • Page 32: Materials

    Invacare® Alu Lite 11.2 Materials 345 – 465 (340 – 460) mm, Footrest to seat distance stepless Aluminum, Steel Frame/backrest tubes Leg to seat surface angle 60° Foam PUR, Fabric Nylon Upholstery (seat and backrest) Armrest to seat height 280 (230) mm...
  • Page 33 Notes...
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  • Page 35 Notes...
  • Page 36 Invacare distributors United Kingdom: New Zealand: Invacare Limited Invacare New Zealand Ltd Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed 4 Westfield Place, Mt Wellington 1060 Bridgend CF35 5AQ New Zealand Tel: (44) (0) 1656 776 222 Phone: 0800 468 222 Fax: (44) (0) 1656 776 220 Fax: 0800 807 788 uk@invacare.com...

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