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Invacare Storm 4 Series User Manual

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Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series
Storm⁴, Storm⁴ X-plore, Storm⁴ True Track® Plus
en Power Wheelchair
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  • Page 1 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Storm⁴, Storm⁴ X-plore, Storm⁴ True Track® Plus en Power 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 Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 4.2 Using the cane holder ......29 4.3 Using the KLICKfix adapter......29 4.4 Adjusting or removing the luggage carrier .
  • Page 4 5.7.1 Adjusting Extremity Control Joystick ....43 5.13.1 Adjusting Elan headrest hardware....60 5.7.2 Adjusting Joysticks and Switches on Linkage .
  • Page 5 5.21.2 Setting the angle ......74 6.4.1 Removing the standard armrest in order to side 5.21.3 Setting the end stop of the footrest .
  • Page 6 8.3.2 How the user is secured within the mobility device ........105 8.4 Transporting the mobility device without occupant .

  • Page 7: General

    This mobility device was designed for persons whose ability product safety notices and product recalls, contact your to walk is impaired, but who are still in terms of their Invacare representative. See addresses at the end of this eyesight and physically and mentally able to operate an document.

  • Page 8: Indications

    1.5 Type classification • brake failure You should immediately contact an authorized Invacare This vehicle has been classified according to EN 12184 as a provider if the usability of your mobility device is restricted class B mobility product (for indoor and outdoor areas). It...

  • Page 9: Warranty Information

    The fact that we estimate a service life for this product does not constitute an additional warranty. 1.10 Limitation of liability Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from: • Non-compliance with the user manual 1529686-U...

  • Page 10: Safety

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 2 Safety WARNING! Risk of injury if the mobility device is driven when ability to operate a vehicle is impaired by 2.1 General safety notes medication or alcohol – Never drive the mobility device under the DANGER! influence of medication or alcohol.
  • Page 11 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Risk of injury if the mobility device is switched Risk of falling out of the mobility device off while driving, for example by pressing the – Do not slide forward on the seat, do not lean On/Off Button or disconnecting a cable, due to forward between your knees, do not lean it coming to an abrupt, sharp stop backwards out over the top of the backrest, for...

  • Page 12: Safety Information On The Electrical System

    Invacare for this purpose. Have all electrical the batteries. Be sure at all times to adopt the installations done by your authorized Invacare correct lifting posture and ask for assistance provider.
  • Page 13 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Risk of death, serious injury or damage when Risk of death, serious injury, or damage carrying along oxygen systems Corroded electrical components due to water or Textiles and other materials that normally would liquid exposure can result in death, serious injury, not burn are easily ignited and burn with great or damage.

  • Page 14: Safety Information On Electromagnetic Interference

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series WARNING! Risk of damage to the mobility device Risk of death or serious injury A failure in the electric system can lead to Failure to observe these warnings can cause an unusual behavior such as continuous light, no electrical short resulting in death, serious injury, light, or noises from the magnetic brakes.

  • Page 15: Safety Information On Driving And Freewheel Mode

    Safety 2.4 Safety information on driving and freewheel WARNING! mode Risk of malfunction due to electromagnetic interference DANGER! – Do not switch on or operate portable Risk of death, serious injury, or damage transceivers or communication devices (such as Malfunctioning joystick could cause radio transceivers or cellular phones) when the unintended/erratic movement resulting in vehicle is switched on.
  • Page 16 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series WARNING! WARNING! Risk of injury if the mobility device tips over Risk of injury if the mobility device tips over – Inclines and declines can only be travelled up (continued) to the rated slope (refer to 11 Technical Data, –...
  • Page 17 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Risk of breaking down in adverse weather Risk of serious injury or damage conditions, i.e. extreme cold, in an isolated area Operating the mobility device with a ground – If you are a user with severely limited mobility, clearance of less than 76 mm between the we advise that in the case of adverse weather footplate and ground/floor may cause serious...

  • Page 18: Safety Information With Regard To Care And Maintenance

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series WARNING! WARNING! Risk of injury Risk of injury or damage If your mobility device has been fitted with Operating the wheelchairs outdoors or in areas elevating legrests, there is a risk of personal of poor lighting may cause injury or damage.

  • Page 19: Safety Information Regarding Changes And Modifications To The Mobility Device

    (service) parts may cause injury or damage an inspection once every year under normal – Replacement parts MUST match original operating conditions (see inspection plan Invacare parts. contained in service instructions). – Always provide the wheelchair serial number to – Under difficult operating conditions such as assist in ordering the correct replacement parts.
  • Page 20 Invacare. Electrical and electronic components which have – In this case, the company that adds or replaces not been approved by Invacare for use with this the components or accessories is responsible mobility device can cause fire hazards and lead for the conformity assessment/CE marking or to electromagnetic damage.

  • Page 21: Safety Information On Wheelchairs With A Lifter

    Safety Important information about maintenance work CAUTION! tools Risk of injury if the wheelchair tips over – Some maintenance work which is described in – Never exceed the maximum permissible load this manual and can be carried out by the user (see chapter 11 Technical Data, page114 ).

  • Page 22: Safety Information On Wheelchairs With Recaro Seats And Aj Optimist Seats

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 2.8 Safety information on wheelchairs with CAUTION! Recaro seats and AJ Optimist seats Damage to wheelchair caused by one-sided loading on lifter pillar CAUTION! – One-sided loading occurs if the seat is raised Risk of injury if the wheelchair tips over and/or tilted.

  • Page 23: The Position Of The Labels On The Product

    Safety 2.9 The position of the labels on the product More than 30° NEVER!! 15°-30° Standstill! If the mobility device 0°-15° is fitted with a tray, Driving it is imperative that it is removed and safely stowed when transporting the mobility device in a vehicle.
  • Page 24 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Warning regarding the use Warning not to use the of the lifter cable loop as an tie-down point. For details see below Warning that the mobility device may not be used as a vehicle seat. This mobility device...
  • Page 25 Safety Do not allow any body parts to get under a This symbol indicates the “Push” position raised seat! of the coupling lever. In this position the motor is disengaged and the motor brakes are not operational. The mobility device can be pushed by an attendant and the wheels Never drive with two people! turn freely.

  • Page 26: Components

    Information regarding operation of the lifter at Headrest temperatures of less than 0 °C • Invacare mobility devices are fitted with safety Backrest mechanisms that prevent capacity overload Armrest of the electronic components. At operating...
  • Page 27 – If you find that the speed reduction function is not working when the lifter is raised, do not drive with the lifter raised and immediately contact an authorized Invacare provider. Limit switch • If the lifter is raised above a certain point you can adjust the seat and backrest angles only at a combined total of max.

  • Page 28: Accessories

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 4 Accessories 4.1 Posture belts A posture belt is an option which can either be fixed to the mobility device ex-works or can be retrofitted by your specialist provider. If your mobility device is fitted with a...

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Posture Belt Correctly

    Invacare, which you can use to transport your cellphone, wear, and that it is fixed properly to the mobility device. sports glasses etc.

  • Page 30: Adjusting Or Removing The Luggage Carrier

    Please refer to the installation instructions which are available from your Invacare provider or directly from Invacare. More information on the KLICKfix system is available at 1. Open the clamp levers (1) of the luggage carrier bracket.

  • Page 31: Setup

    Off and re-enter set-up specifications. – The mobility device is fitted with an individual, Contact Invacare, if mobility device still does multiply adjustable seating system including not perform to correct specifications. adjustable legrests, armrests, a headrest or other options.

  • Page 32: Adjustment Possibility For Remote

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Initial setup should always be done by a healthcare CAUTION! professional. Adjustment by the user is only Risk of the remote being pushed backwards recommended after they have been given during an accidental collision with an obstacle, appropriate guidance by the healthcare professional.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Remote For The Length Of The User's

    Setup 5.2.1 Adjusting the remote for the length of the user's 5.2.3 Adjusting remote offset The remote can be adjusted in steps of 0.8 mm (20 mm) sidewise. • 3 mm Allen key 1. Loosen wing bolt A. 2. Shift the remote forwards or backwards to the desired distance.

  • Page 34: Swivelling The Remote To The Side

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 5.2.4 Swivelling the remote to the side 1. To change the position of the arm support, loosen the screw (1) and remove it. 2. The position of the arm support is adjusted by selecting a combination of screw holes in the arm support and the drill holes in the fixing plate.

  • Page 35: Adjusting Width Of Armrests

    Setup 5.3.3 Adjusting width of armrests WARNING! Serious risk of injury if one of the armrests falls out of its bracket because they have been adjusted to a width which exceeds the permissible value – The width adjustment is fitted with red markings A and the word "STOP".

  • Page 36: Adjusting Angle Of Armpad On Parallel Sliding

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Release the knob to adjust the armrest angle (1). Loosen screws (1). Set the angle for the armrest. 3. Retighten the knob. Set angle for armrest. 3. Re-tighten screws. Make sure that Nordlock washers After adjusting the armrest height, the angle of the armpad used are re-inserted.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Mobility Of The Parallel Sliding

    Setup Adjust the armrest width. The possible positions for the armrest are predefined by the drill-holes in the torque support and the armrest axel. 6. Insert the locating pin. Undo the bolts on both sides of the backrest cover (1). 7.

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Arm Support Positions For The Parallel

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Tools: • 5 mm Allen key 1. To make the armrest easier to move, release the bolt of Put the armrest in the vertical position. the adjusting wrench (1) with the Allen key. 2. Release the interior bolts (1) with the Allen key.

  • Page 39: Adjustment Possibilities For Nucleus Midline Holder

    Setup 5.5 Adjustment Possibilities for Nucleus Midline Holder CAUTION! Risk of Injury and Damage Remaining burrs and missing end caps after modifications on rods, such as shortened rod, can lead to injury or damage. – Deburr cut after cutting excessive length. –...

  • Page 40: Adjusting Joystick/Display Position On Nucleus

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series DLX-CR400 and DLX-CR400LF • 3/16” Allen key • 5/32” Allen key 1. Loosen screw A. 2. Adjust nucleus to desired height. 3. Tighten screw. 1. Loosen screws A. 5.5.3 Adjusting Joystick/Display Position on Nucleus 2. Position joystick on nucleus.

  • Page 41: Adjusting Manual Chin Control

    Setup 5.6 Adjusting Manual Chin Control The following graphic serves as an example. CAUTION! Risk of Injury and Damage Remaining burrs and missing end caps after modifications on rods, such as shortened rod, can lead to injury or damage. – Deburr cut after cutting excessive length. –...

  • Page 42: Adjusting Egg Switch

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Adjusting Position on Holder • 5/32” Allen key 1. Loosen nut A. 2. Adjust egg switch orientation. 3. Tighten nut. Adjusting Depth and Height Refer to 5.6.3 Adjusting Swing-Away Mechanism, page 42. 5.6.3 Adjusting Swing-Away Mechanism CAUTION!

  • Page 43: Adjusting Powered Chin Control

    Setup 5.7.1 Adjusting Extremity Control Joystick See “Adjusting Joystick Orientation” in 5.6.1 Adjusting Extremity Control Joystick, page 41. 5.7.2 Adjusting Joysticks and Switches on Linkage Positioning Joysticks / Switches Risk of damage to screws If you tighten screws to an improper torque, they might either come loose or get damaged.

  • Page 44: Adjusting Height Of Linkage Switch

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Positioning Piko Buttons Risk of damage to ball joints If you tighten ball joints to an improper torque, Risk of damage to screws they might either come loose or get damaged. If you tighten screws to an improper torque, they –...

  • Page 45: Adjusting Swing-Away Mechanism

    Setup Adjusting Depth 1. Loosen clamping lever A. 1. Loosen screw A. 2. Adjust height of linkage switch. 2. Adjust rod to desired depth. 3. Tighten clamping lever. 3. Tighten screw. 5.8 Adjusting Swing-Away Mechanism Adjusting Position CAUTION! The swing-away mechanism can be turned through 360 Risk of Injury and Damage degrees.

  • Page 46: Adjustment Options For The Modulite Seat Unit

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 5.9 Adjustment options for the Modulite seat unit 5.9.1 Adjusting the height of the armrests Depending on the side, the screw is accessible from the front or the rear. 1. Loosen wing screw A. 2. Adjust armrest to desired height.

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Position Of The Armrest In Depth

    Setup 1. Loosen the screws A and move the armrest lengthwise. 2. Tighten the screws. 5.9.4 Adjusting the height (flip-up armrest) 1. Loosen screw A. 2. Adjust armrest to required position. 3. Retighten the screw. 4. Repeat this procedure for the second armrest. 5.9.3 Adjusting the position of the armrest in depth •...

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Height (Following Armrest)

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 5.9.5 Adjusting the height (following armrest) Tools: • 5 mm Allen key • 13 mm wrench 1. To make the armrest easier to move, release the screw A with the Allen key. 2. To make the armrest more difficult to move, tighten the screw A with the Allen key.

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Position Of The Arm Pad Of The Flip-Up

    Setup 1. Loosen screws A. Do not remove them. 2. Adjust arm pad to desired angle. 3. Tighten screws. 5.9.8 Adjusting the position of the arm pad of the flip-up armrest • 5 mm Allen key Position the armrest horizontally. 4.
  • Page 50 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Removing hip support 1. Loosen screw A. Do not remove it. 1. Pull lever A upwards. 2. Adjust hip support to desired position. 2. Remove hip support from holder. 3. Tighten screw. Inserting hip support Adjusting width of hip support 1.
  • Page 51 Setup 1. Loosen screws A. 2. Adjust hip support to desired width. You can adjust the width only smaller than the seat width but not wider. 3. Tighten screws. Adjusting angle of hip support Tools • 5 mm Allen key 1.
  • Page 52 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Loosen the two screws A. Remove upper screw and friction cap A. 2. Remove small friction link B. Remove hip pad bracket from mounting slot via cut-out 3. Insert hip pad bracket in other mounting slot. Remove hip pad with bracket, turn upside down and 4.

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Seat Width

    The description of how the width is adjusted is contained in the service instructions for this mobility device. The service instructions can be ordered from Invacare. However, they contain instructions for specially trained service technicians and describe operations that are not intended for the end user.

  • Page 54: Manually Using Spindle

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 5.11 Adjusting the backrest 5.10.1 Manually using spindle The seat angle is adjusted by means of a spindle, which is CAUTION! to be found at the front underneath the seat frame. Adjusting the seat tilt or the backrest angle...

  • Page 55: Adjusting The Width Of The Backrest

    For a replacement description, see the service instructions for this mobility device. The service instructions can be ordered from Invacare. However, they contain instructions for specially trained service technicians and describe operations that are not intended for the end user.

  • Page 56: Adjusting The Backrest Angle

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 4. Re-insert screw A. 5. Re-tighten the screws. 5.11.4 Adjusting the backrest angle (Modulite seat unit) CAUTION! Every change to the seat angle and the backrest angle alters the geometry of the power wheelchair and affects its dynamic stability –...

  • Page 57: Adjusting The Adaptable Backrest Padding

    Setup 1. Open the Velcro straps on the left-hand side of the backrest cushion. Open the individual snap buckles (1) on the adjustment straps. 3. Adjust the strap tension as required and then close the snap buckle again. 1. On both sides, loosen and remove the middle backrest 4.

  • Page 58: Adjusting Rea Headrest

    – A headrest must be installed. The headrest optionally supplied for this mobility device by Invacare is perfectly suitable for use during transport. Remove the backrest cushion (fixed with Velcro straps) – The headrest must be adjusted to the user's by pulling it up and away so that you can access the ear height.

  • Page 59: Adjusting Height Of Rea Headrest Or Neckrest

    Setup • 5 mm Allen key 1. Loosen hand screwA. 2. Adjust headrest or neckrest to required height. 1. Loosen the screws A , B or the clamping lever C. 3. Retighten hand screw. 2. Adjust the headrest or neckrest to the required position. 5.12.3 Adjusting the cheek supports 3.

  • Page 60: Adjusting Elan Headrest Hardware

    – A headrest must be installed. The headrest on Posture Back and Deep Back. optionally supplied for this mobility device by Invacare is perfectly suitable for use during 5.13.1 Adjusting Elan headrest hardware transport. Elan headrest hardware is highly adjustable. The illustration –...
  • Page 61 Setup 1. Using hardware provided, align and install headrest Lower linkage • 180° rotation clamp assembly into existing mounting holes in backrest Mounting post • 360° rotation in pan A. 90° increments 2. Install headrest pad (not shown) to headrest rod using mounting hardware provided.

  • Page 62: Adjusting The Trunk Supports

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 5.14 Adjusting the trunk supports 5.14.1 Adjusting the width 1. Loosen screws and clamping levers of dual link adjustment assembly A and screws of upper and lower rotational pivots B. 2. Set headrest to desired position. 3. Re-tighten screws and clamping levers.

  • Page 63: Adjusting The Depth

    Setup 1. Open the zip. 2. Undo the screws (1) for the depth adjustment. 3. Adjust the trunk support to the required position. 4. Retighten the screws. 5. Close the zip again. 5.15 Adjusting and removing the tray CAUTION! Risk of injury or material damage if a mobility device which is fitted with a tray is transported in a vehicle –...

  • Page 64: Adjusting The Depth Of The Tray

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 5.16 Seat support 5.15.2 Adjusting the depth of the tray / removing the tray 5.16.1 Adjusting seat width Also refer to the following chapter entitled 5.16.2 Adjusting the seat depth, page 65. The seat width can be adjusted in stages between 380 and 530 mm.

  • Page 65: Adjusting The Seat Depth

    Setup 3. Undo the two Allen screws (6) at the rear on the 1. Please use the following figures and the table to crossmember and remove them. determine which holes need to be used for the required 4. Undo the two Allen screws (9) at the front on the seat seat depth, and therefore whether the seat support support plate and remove them.

  • Page 66: Adjusting The Seat Depth Without Replacing The Seat Support Plate

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 5.16.3 Adjusting the seat depth without replacing the Holes used Holes used Seat seat support plate Seat in front seat in rear seat support depth frame order frame order plate in cm no.: 1524550 no.: 1524555 required 2 &...

  • Page 67: Adjusting The Seat Depth With Replacing The Seat

    Setup Assembly 5.16.4 Adjusting the seat depth with replacing the seat support plate 1. Pull the seat support to the required length so that the Allen screws (5) can be inserted in the holes in accordance with the table (see above). 2.

  • Page 68: Backrest Unit With Ergonomic Length Compensation (Easy-Adapt)

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 7. Remove the cover plates (1). 7. Fit the two Allen screws (9) at the front of the seat 8. Undo the two Allen screws (9) at the front on the seat support plate. support plate and remove them.

  • Page 69: Adjusting The Suspension And The Shock Absorbance

    These adjustments should only be carried out Softer Harder by trained specialists. Contact your authorized Invacare specialist dealer. It is easier to adjust the suspension and shock Adjusting the suspension harder absorbance if there is no-one sitting in the chair.

  • Page 70: Disabling The Suspension And Shock Absorbance

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 5.18.2 Disabling the suspension and shock absorbance • If you set the shock absorbance harder, you get a more direct response to the ground for more sportive driving You can disable the suspension and shock absorbance so with a less swinging chassis.

  • Page 71: Center-Mounted Legrests - Electric Legrest

    Setup Adjusting the shock absorbance harder The electric legrest can be lowered completely to assist getting out of the wheelchair. To do so, move your seat into the correct position by lowering the lifter or by means of a negative seat angle (tilted slightly to the front). 5.19.1 Lowering the electric legrest completely to assist getting out of the wheelchair Misuse may destroy the legrest...

  • Page 72: Center-Mounted Legrests - Adjustable Legrest

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Lifting up the footplates Adjusting the legrest 1. You are sitting in the wheelchair. Risk of damage to the legrest – Always make sure that the footplates are fully raised to the uppermost position before adjusting the angle of the legrest.

  • Page 73: Adjusting The Length Of The Legrest

    Setup 5.20.3 Adjusting the calf pad to the calf width of the user The calf pad of the legrest can be adapted to the user’s calf width by bending apart or together. 1. Loosen the counternut (1). 2. Move the legrest to the desired position by turning the spindle (2).

  • Page 74: Vari-F Footrest

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 1. Fold up the foot plates in order to access the adjusting 5.21.2 Setting the angle screws. CAUTION! 2. Adjust the adjusting screws (1). Risk of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the 3. Fold the foot plate down again.

  • Page 75: Setting The End Stop Of The Footrest

    Setup Fig. 5-7 The end position of the footrest is determined by means of a rubber stop (1). Loosen the screw (1) using the Allen key. 4. Set the desired angle. 5. Re-tighten the screw. 5.21.3 Setting the end stop of the footrest •...
  • Page 76 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Fig. 5-11 Move the rubber stop to the desired position. 6. Re-tighten the counternut. Fig. 5-9 Use the Allen key to loosen the screw (1) and swivel the footrest upward in order to access the rubber stop.

  • Page 77: Adjusting The Length Of The Footrest

    Setup 5.21.4 Adjusting the length of the footrest it can be swivelled inward or outward when getting into the wheelchair as well as being removed completely. CAUTION! Risk of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests – Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that the legrests contact neither the caster wheels nor the ground.

  • Page 78: Setting The End Stop Of The Legrest

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Set the desired angle. Loosen the locking knob (1) counter-clockwise at least one turn. Turn the knob clockwise to tighten it. 5.22.3 Setting the end stop of the legrest • 10 mm wrench Hit the knob to release the locking mechanism.
  • Page 79 Setup The end position of the legrest is determined by means of a rubber stop (1). Loosen the locking knob (1) counter-clockwise at least one turn. The rubber stop can be screwed in or out A or pushed up or down B. Hit the knob to release the locking mechanism.
  • Page 80 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Move the rubber stop to the desired position. 8. Re-tighten the counternut. Swivel the legrest upward in order to access the rubber stop. Use the wrench to loosen the counternut (1). Move the legrest to the desired position.

  • Page 81: Adjusting The Length Of The Legrest

    Setup 5.22.4 Adjusting the length of the legrest • 10 mm wrench CAUTION! Risk of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests – Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that the legrests contact neither the caster wheels nor the ground.

  • Page 82: Unlocking And Swivelling The Calf Pad Backward

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Unlock the legrest and swivel outward. 1. Use the Allen key to loosen the screws (1). The calf pad swivels backward on its own. 2. Adjust to the desired position. 3. Re-tighten the screws. 5.22.7 Unlocking and swivelling the calf pad backward when alighting Lift leg over the heel strap and place on the ground.

  • Page 83: Adjusting The Angle- And Depth-Adjustable Foot

    Setup 5.23 Powered elevating legrests (ADE legrests) 5.23.1 Swivelling the legrest outward and/or removing The small unlocking button is located on the upper section of the legrest. When the legrest is unlocked, it can be swivelled inward or outward when getting into wheelchair as well as being removed completely.

  • Page 84: Adjusting The Length Of The Legrest

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 1. Use the wrench to loosen the screw (1). CAUTION! 2. Adjust to the desired length. Risk of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the 3. Re-tighten the screw. footrests and legrests – Before and during every journey it is imperative 5.23.4 Adjusting the depth of the calf pad...

  • Page 85: Adjusting The Height Of The Calf Pad

    Setup 5.23.5 Adjusting the height of the calf pad • 4 mm Allen key Unlock the legrest and swivel outward. The calf pad swivels backward on its own. 1. Use the Allen key to loosen the screws (1). 2. Adjust to the desired position. 3.

  • Page 86: Adjusting The Angle- And Depth-Adjustable Foot

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 5.24 Angle-adjustable footboard Tools: • T25 Torx spanner • 5 mm Allen key 1. Use the Allen key to loosen both set screws on the foot plate. 2. Adjust to the desired angle. 3. Re-tighten the screws.

  • Page 87: Adjusting The Width Of Side-Mounted Legrests

    Setup 6. Adjust the footboard to the required angle. IMPERIAL METRIC 7. Retighten the bolts. inch 5.25 Adjusting the width of side-mounted 1.9844 5/64 legrests 2.3813 3/32 Tools: 2.7781 7/64 • 13 mm wrench 3.1750 3.5719 9/64 3.9688 5/32 4.3656 11/64 4.7625 3/16...
  • Page 88 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series IMPERIAL METRIC IMPERIAL METRIC inch inch 9.5250 17.0656 43/64 9.9219 17.4625 25/64 11/16 10.3188 17.8594 13/32 45/64 10.7156 18.2563 27/64 23/32 11.1125 18.6531 7/16 47/64 11.5094 19.0500 29/64 11.9063 19.4469 15/32 49/64 12.3031 19.8438 31/64 25/32 12.7000 20.2406...

  • Page 89: Usage

    Usage • The posture belt (if installed) is in perfect order. 6 Usage • The rear mirror (if installed) is adjusted so you can look behind at all times without having to bend forward or 6.1 Driving shift your seating position. The maximum load capacity that is stated in the 6.3 Parking and stationary technical data only states that the system is designed...

  • Page 90: Information About Getting In And Out

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 1. Pull the plug A of the remote cable to disconnect the 4. Always engage both motor locks/clutches and free wheel remote. hubs (if fitted) to prevent the wheels from moving. 2. Loosen wing nut B. 5. Depending on the armrest type of your mobility device, 3.

  • Page 91: Swivelling Chin Control To Side

    Usage 6.5 Taking Obstacles 6.5.1 Maximum obstacle height You can find information about maximum obstacle heights in the chapter entitled 11 Technical Data, page114 . 6.5.2 Safety information when taking obstacles CAUTION! Risk of tipping over – Never approach obstacles at an angle but at 90 degrees as shown below.

  • Page 92: The Correct Way To Take Obstacles

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 6.5.3 The correct way to take obstacles 4. Approach with full speed until the curb climber makes contact with the obstacle. The impetus will lift both The following instructions how to take obstacles also front wheels over the obstacle.

  • Page 93: Using Foldable Antitippers

    Usage CAUTION! Important information about regulating the Risk of tipping over actuator functions on gradients – Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2/3 – Your mobility device is fitted with an angle of the top speed. Avoid sudden changes of sensor which guarantees tipping stability.

  • Page 94: Use On Public Roads

    – When the motors are disengaged (for device needs to be fitted with an appropriate lighting system. push operation whilst freewheeling), the Contact your Invacare provider if you have any questions. electromagnetic motor brakes are deactivated. When the mobility device is parked, the levers 6.9 Pushing the mobility device in freewheel...

  • Page 95: Disengaging The Motors (True Track® Plus Motors)

    Usage Engaging the motor: The motors may only be disengaged by an attendant, not by the user. This ensures that the motors are only disengaged if an attendant is available to secure the wheelchair and prevent unintended rolling. Each motor is fitted with an engaging turn knob which is used to engage or disengage the motor.
  • Page 96 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Disengaging the motor CAUTION! Risk of the mobility device running away 1. Switch off remote. – When the motors are disengaged (for push operation whilst freewheeling), the electromagnetic motor brakes are deactivated. When the mobility device is parked, the levers...

  • Page 97: Controls System

    When the battery indicator reached the red LED range, checking the entire controls system. A specialized charge the batteries for 16 hours minimum, neglecting Invacare provider must perform the replacement. the charge complete display! You can find information on the fuse type in 11 •...

  • Page 98: How To Charge The Batteries

    WARNING! chargers may be left unattended during charging. All Risk of short circuit and electric shock if the charging devices which are supplied by Invacare comply battery charger has been damaged with these requirements. – Do not use the battery charger if it has been •...

  • Page 99: How To Disconnect The Mobility Device After

    Controls system • Gel and AGM batteries are maintenance-free. Any WARNING! performance issues should be handled by a properly Risk of injury if using the mobility device during trained mobility device technician. charging – DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and 7.2.6 Instructions on using the batteries operate the mobility device at the same time.

  • Page 100: Transporting Batteries

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series • Be aware that for temperatures below 20 °C, the restrictions, whether by road, rail or by air. Individual nominal battery capacity starts to decline. For example, transport companies have, however, guidelines which can at -10 °C the capacity is reduced to about 50 % of the possibly restrict or forbid certain transport procedures.
  • Page 101 • Wash all objects that have come into contact with acid with lots of water. Disposing of dead or damaged batteries correctly Dead or damaged batteries can be given back to your provider or directly to Invacare. 1529686-U...

  • Page 102: Transport

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 8.2 Transferring Mobility Device to Vehicle 8 Transport WARNING! 8.1 Transport — General information Mobility device is at risk of tipping over if transferred to a vehicle while user is still seated CAUTION! in mobility device Risk of injury or material damage if a mobility –...

  • Page 103: Use Of The Mobility Device As A Seat In A Vehicle

    1. Drive or push your mobility device into transport vehicle documentation. using suitable ramp. – If compatible, use the Docking Station system (available separately) as an alternative way to safely use this mobility device as a vehicle seat. Contact Invacare for more details. 1529686-U...
  • Page 104 (UK for example), but may also be obtained from – Always remove and secure any accessory Invacare as an option in other countries. parts fixed to the mobility device such as chin controls or tables.

  • Page 105: How The Mobility Device Is Anchored In A Vehicle

    Transport belts. Both types of safety belt should be used in order to 8.3.2 How the user is secured within the mobility device minimize the risk of injuries to head or upper body. CAUTION! It is imperative that the mobility device is inspected by Risk of injury if the user is not properly secured an authorized dealer before being used again after being within the mobility device...
  • Page 106 This can cause the neck to be hyperextended during collisions. – A headrest must be installed. The headrest optionally supplied for this mobility device by Invacare is perfectly suitable for use during transport. – The headrest must be adjusted to the user's ear height.

  • Page 107: Transporting The Mobility Device Without Occupant

    CAUTION! Risk of injury – If you are unable to fasten your mobility device securely in a transport vehicle, Invacare recommends that you do not transport it. Your mobility device may be transported without restrictions, whether by road, rail or by air. Individual transport...

  • Page 108: Maintenance

    When cleaning the mobility device, pay attention to the Invacare. That manual, however, is intended to be used by following points: trained and authorized service technicians, and describes •...

  • Page 109: Weekly

    Maintenance Item Inspection check If inspection is not passed Batteries Check of battery charging status. Refer to remote manual for Charge batteries (see chapter information about battery charging status display. 7.2.3 How to charge the batteries, page 98). Foldable antitippers Check whether antitippers are in driving position.

  • Page 110: Monthly

    Because of safety reasons do not have the wheel repaired by yourself or by not authorized persons. For recommended tire pressure see inscription on tire/rim or contact Invacare. Compare table below for conversion. Dealing with pneumatic tires Risk of damage to tire and rim Never drive with too low tire pressure, this could result in damage to tire.

  • Page 111: Short-Term Storage

    Maintenance 1. Switch off power. 2. Disconnect the batteries. Depending on the mobility device model, you can either remove the battery packs or disconnect the batteries from the power module. Refer to the corresponding chapter about disconnecting the batteries. 3. Contact your provider. 9.6 Long-term storage In case your mobility device is not used for a longer period of time, you need to prepare it for storage to ensure a...

  • Page 112: Opening Rear Shroud

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series • Batteries should always be fully charged before storing. Fitting Rear Shroud • If storing the mobility device longer than four weeks, 1. Fit parts in reverse order. check the batteries once a month and recharge as 2.

  • Page 113: After Use

    Electric components and printed circuit boards are disposed of as electronic scrap. • Exhausted or damaged batteries can be returned to your medical equipment supplier or Invacare. • Disposal must be carried out in accordance with the respective national legal provisions.

  • Page 114: Technical Data

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 11 Technical Data 11.1 Technical specifications The technical information provided hereafter applies to a standard configuration or represents maximum achievable values. These can change if accessories are added. The precise changes to these values are detailed in the sections for the respective accessories.
  • Page 115 Technical Data Drive wheel tyres Tyre type • 3.00 - 8" pneumatic, puncture-protected or • Trelleborg 8x3.00 pneumatic or puncture-proof puncture-protected Tyre pressure The recommended maximum tyre pressure in bar or kpa is marked on the side wall of the tyre or the rim.
  • Page 116 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Driving characteristics • 1770 mm Turning diameter • 1100 mm Turning width • 1500 mm Pivot width Drive range in accordance with ISO • 37 km (Storm , 6 km/h) 7176-4 • 28 km (Storm , 10 km/h) •...
  • Page 117 Technical Data Dimensions in accordance with ISO 7176–15 Seat type Standard Easy-Adapt • 380 - 530 mm Seat width • 380 - 530 mm Seat depth • 650 mm Backrest height • 480/540 mm Backrest angle • 80°, 90°, 97,5°, 105°, •...
  • Page 118 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Dimensions in accordance with ISO 7176–15 Seat type RECARO Optimist Modulite • 970 mm • ca. 970 mm Total height • 1020 mm (one piece seat plate) • 1090 - 1190 mm (telescopic seat frame, moving the backrest plate) •...
  • Page 119 Technical Data Dimensions in accordance with ISO 7176–15 Seat type RECARO Optimist Modulite • 770 - 830 mm Backrest height • 480/540 mm (sling back) • 560 - 660 mm (telescopic seat frame, moving the backrest plate) Backrest angle • 90°...
  • Page 120 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series Weight Kerb weight • on average 173 kg Component weights Batteries • approx. 24.5 kg per battery Payload Max. payload • 150 kg Axle loads Max. front axle load • 200 kg Max. rear axle load •...
  • Page 121 Dependent on the seat dimensions. See the manufacturer's data on www.ajstole.dk The actual kerb weight depends on the fittings your mobility device has been supplied with. Every Invacare mobility device is weighed when leaving the works. Refer to the nameplate for the kerb weight (including batteries) measured.

  • Page 122: Service

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Series 12 Service 12.1 Inspections performed It is confirmed by stamp and signature that all jobs listed in the inspection schedule of the service and repair instructions have been properly performed. The list of the inspection jobs to be performed can be found in the service manual which is available through Invacare.
  • Page 123 Service Stamp of authorized provider / Date / Signature Stamp of authorized provider / Date / Signature 4th Annual Inspection 5th Annual Inspection Stamp of authorized provider / Date / Signature Stamp of authorized provider / Date / Signature 1529686-U...
  • Page 124 Invacare Sales Companies Australia: Canada: Ireland: New Zealand: Invacare Australia Pty. Ltd. Invacare Canada L.P. Invacare Ireland Ltd, Invacare New Zealand Ltd 1 Lenton Place, North Rocks NSW 570 Matheson Blvd East, Unit 8 Unit 5 Seatown Business Campus 4 Westfield Place, Mt Wellington 1060 2151 CDN Mississauga, On.

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