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Invacare Dragon Vertic Service Manual

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Invacare® Dragon Vertic
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
Edition: 10.04.12

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  • Page 1 Invacare® Dragon Vertic SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS Edition: 10.04.12...
  • Page 2 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic These instructions contain information about: Testing work Repair Instructions This manual is part of the instructions for use. Service addresses Invacare Austria GmbH +43 6232 5 53 50 Herzog Odilostrasse 101 Fax: +43 6232 5 53 54 A-5310 Mondsee info@invacare-austria.com...
  • Page 3 ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL ( (Customer services): +44 (0)1656 77 62 22 Invacare® Ltd Fax (Customer services): +44 (0)1656 77 62 20 Pencoed Technology Park uk@invacare.com Pencoed WWW: www.invacare.co.uk Bridgend CF35 5HZ United Kingdom Invacare Mecc San s.r.l.
  • Page 4 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic ( (Kundtjänst): +46 (0)8 761 70 90 Återförsäljare: Fax (Kundtjänst): +46 (0)8 761 81 08 Invacare® AB sweden@invacare.com Fagerstagatan 9 finland@invacare.com S-163 91 Spånga WWW: www.invacare.se Sverige MÖLNDAL Tillverkare: ( ┐ +46 (0)31 86 36 00 Invacare®...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL Table of Contents Chapter Page INTRODUCTION General information Notes on transport Important symbols in this manual SAFETY AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Before any inspection or repair work General safety information and notes on assembly / disassembly...
  • Page 6 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic Checking the cables Replacing the Shark II Remote Replacing the ACS Remote 7.10 Replacing the steering head bearings on the steering wheels 7.11 Repairing a flat tyre 7.11.1 Repairing the flat tyre (pneumatic tyre equipment type 12½ x 2¼") 7.11.2...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    · Alterations to the electric vehicle which occur as a result of incorrectly or improperly executed maintenance or overhaul work lead to the exclusion of all liability on the part of INVACARE. · If you have any problems or questions please contact INVACARE SERVICE.
  • Page 8 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic BURN Risk! This symbol warns of the risk of burns, for example, as a result of hot motor surfaces. · Follow the instructions in order to avoid injury or damage to the product.

  • Page 9: Safety And Assembly Instructions

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL Safety and assembly instructions These safety instructions are intended to prevent accidents during work and it is imperative that they are observed. Before any inspection or repair work · Read and observe this repair manual and the associated operating manual! ·...
  • Page 10 · Invacare® supplies all electric vehicles from the factory with a standard drive programme. Invacare® can only assume a warranty for the safe vehicle handling of the electric vehicle – in particular tipping stability - for this standard drive programme!

  • Page 11: Tightening Torques

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL Tightening torques The tightening torques stated in the following table are dependent on the thread diameters for the nuts and bolts for which no special values are determined. All values apply to dry and grease-free threads.

  • Page 12: Allocation Of The Sub-Assemblies And Components

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic Allocation of the sub-assemblies and components Under the seat: 1) Disengaging mechanism 2) Power module (cover removed) Under the battery cover 3) Main fuse for the batteries Under the raised upright mechanism 4) Control box of the verticalizer limit stop...

  • Page 13: Maintenance Plan (Once A Year)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic Maintenance plan (once a year) ü Component Check for Measures Remarks · Damage and · Tighten screws, replace Armrests and fastening of the support plate if damaged side sections · Tighten screws, replace armrests ·...
  • Page 14 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic ü Component Check for Measures Remarks · Check welding · Tighten or replace if Legrests seams, locking necessary devices, screws and foot plates · Check cable · Replace cable if Electric legrests · Check contacts...

  • Page 15: Operational Faults

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL Operational Faults Operational disturbances on wheelchair with ACS In the event of problems with the wheelchair, please proceed as follows: Begin by assessing the possible cause of disturbance on the basis of the following tables.
  • Page 16 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic · Replace Wheelchair None Batteries See "Changing the judders batteries possibly faulty batteries" on page 31 during drive (unstable operation voltage) · Replace Drive motor(s) See "Replacing a motor" motor(s) possibly faulty on page 24 ·...

  • Page 17: Diagnostics Involving Disturbances With Electric Regulating Motors

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL 6.1.2 Diagnostics involving disturbances with electric regulating motors Assess the cause of the disturbance involving an electric regulating motor on the basis of the following table: PROBLEM OTHER POSSIBLE SOLUTION DOCUMENTATION SYMPTOMS CAUSE ·...

  • Page 18: Rem24 Error Codes And Diagnostics Codes

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic 6.1.3 REM24 error codes and diagnostics codes The drive electronic system can automatically rectify certain disturbances. In this case the status display stops flashing. Please switch the remote on and off several times. Wait approximately 5 seconds each time before switching the remote on again.
  • Page 19 ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL Flashing code: Significance: Solution: Flashing code: · Fault/brake fault on l.h. Flashes six times See "Checking Check the connecting motor. Connection loose plus the cables" on or faulty or motor faulty page 35 See "Replacing a...

  • Page 20: Operational Faults On A Wheelchair Fitted With Shark Electronics

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic Operational faults on a wheelchair fitted with Shark electronics Please proceed as follows in the event of operational faults: · First of all analyse the possible cause of the disorder on the basis of the following tables.
  • Page 21 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic · Replace the batteries Wheelchair None Batteries may be See "Changing the jerky in faulty (instable batteries" on page drive voltage) operation · Replace motor(s) Actuation Siehe "Replacing a motor(s) may be motor" on page 24 faulty ·...

  • Page 22: Shark Error Codes And Diagnostic Codes

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic 6.2.2 Shark error codes and diagnostic codes The actuation electronics can automatically remedy certain disorders. In this case the status display will stop flashing. Please switch the remote on and off several times. Please wait about 5 seconds every time before switching the remote on again.
  • Page 23 ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL FLASHING Meaning Solution FLASHING CODE CODE · Fault on Shark See "Checking the Check all cables and connectors on main module cables" on page the Shark system. · Replace the main module. See "Replacing the Shark Electronics"...

  • Page 24: Repair Work

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic Repair Work General warning information on installation work CAUTION: Risk of damage to the vehicle! Collisions can be caused if shim rings are removed from the drive wheels during installation work! · Shim rings are frequently placed between the drive shaft and the wheel hub to compensate tolerances.
  • Page 25 ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL · Pull off and push back the battery pole caps in order to access the battery poles. · Release the battery pole clamps (1) using the 11 mm open-ended spanner. · Pull out the batteries.
  • Page 26 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic · Unscrew the hand wheels (screws) (1) on both sides of the electronic system panelling. · Remove the electronic system panelling. · Remove the motor plug (1) on the motor to be replaced from the electronic system.
  • Page 27 ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL · Loosen and remove the four screws (1) on the motor mounting. · Use the metal pin and the hammer to carefully knock the splint (2) out of the release lever (1). ·...

  • Page 28: Replacing The Shark Electronics

    · Alterations to the drive programme must only be carried out by trained Invacare®-dealers! · Invacare® can only assume a warranty for the safe vehicle handling of the wheelchair – in particular tipping stability - for unaltered standard drive programmes! ·...
  • Page 29 ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL · Remove the screws (1) on both sides of the power module. · Pull out the module. · Installation of the electronics is carried out in the reverse order. · Update the software, in case a newer version is available.

  • Page 30: Updating The Driving Program

    · Alterations to the drive program must only be carried out by trained Invacare®-dealers! · Invacare® can only assume a warranty for the safe vehicle handling of the wheelchair – in particular tipping stability - for unaltered standard drive programs! Pre-requisites: ·...

  • Page 31: Changing The Batteries

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL Changing the batteries CAUTION: Risk of injury if the batteries are not handled appropriately during installation and maintenance work! · Installation of new batteries should only be carried out by authorised, qualified personnel.

  • Page 32: How To Handle Damaged Batteries Correctly

    Only ever transport damaged batteries in an appropriate acid-resistant receptacle. · 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 dealer or directly to Invacare®.

  • Page 33: Checking And Replacing The Main Fuse

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL Checking and replacing the main fuse CAUTION! Fire hazard! · Always use an original strip fuse with approved current. · If the main fuse has blown, remedy the cause before a new fuse is installed.
  • Page 34 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic · Use the 8mm open-ended spanner to unscrew the nuts (2) on the strip fuse. · Replace the strip fuse. · Installation is carried out in the reverse order. · Check all vehicle functions.

  • Page 35: Checking The Cables

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL Checking the cables · Unscrew the handwheels (screws) (1) on both sides of the panelling for the electronics. · Remove the panelling for the electronics. · Check all cables for visible damage and crushing.
  • Page 36 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic · Re-install the panelling for the electronics and the battery cover. · Check all vehicle functions.

  • Page 37: Replacing The Shark Ii Remote

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL Replacing the Shark II Remote Pre-requisites: · Screwdriver for recessed head screws · Shut down the remote. · Pull the plug (1) out to the rear. · Release the wing screw (2). ·...

  • Page 38: Replacing The Acs Remote

    · Alterations to the drive programme must only be carried out by trained Invacare®-dealers! · Invacare® can only assume a warranty for the safe vehicle handling of the wheelchair – in particular tipping stability - for unaltered standard drive programmes! ·...
  • Page 39 ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL · Installation of the remote is carried out in reverse order. · Update the software, in case a newer version is available. · Customise the driving programme with the programming software, if required.

  • Page 40: Replacing The Steering Head Bearings On The Steering Wheels

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic 7.10 Replacing the steering head bearings on the steering wheels CAUTION! Incorrect installation can damage the bearings and lead to the steering wheels falling off! · The single-row angular ball bearing rings are not identical on both sides. This is why there is only one correct way of fastening them.
  • Page 41 ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY INFORMATION! The illustrations show the wide edge on the outside of the ball race (A) and the narrow edge on the inside (B). The bearings must always be installed in such a way that the narrow edges are facing each other (inside).

  • Page 42: Repairing A Flat Tyre

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic 7.11 Repairing a flat tyre CAUTION: Risk of injury if the vehicle unintentionally goes into motion during repair work! · Shut down the power supply (ON/OFF button)! · Clutch in the actuator! · Secure the vehicle before jacking it up by blocking the wheels with wheel chocks! 7.11.1 Repairing the flat tyre (pneumatic tyre equipment type 12½...

  • Page 43: Repairing A Flat Tyre (Pneumatic Tyre Equipment Type 220/120 X 50)

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL · Re-insert the rim halves into the tyre from the outside. · Inflate the inner tube slightly with air. · Re-apply the cylinder head bolts and screw rim together tightly. · Check the exact fit of the shoe.
  • Page 44 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic PLEASE NOTE If the old tube is to be repaired and re-fitted and has become wet during repair work, powdering the hose with some talcum powder can simplify the fitting procedure. · Re-apply the shoe.

  • Page 45: Replacing A Drive Wheel

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL 7.12 Replacing a drive wheel CAUTION! Danger of the wheelchair tipping over or rolling away! · Prevent the wheelchair tipping over by jacking it up on a wooden chock that is long and wide enough and placing this underneath the battery box.

  • Page 46: Checking A Regulating Motor

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic 7.13 Checking a regulating motor Parts/tools required: · Multimeter · The electric resistance of the regulating motor is to be checked at the connection assembly. In case this is close to infinite, the motor is probably burnt out.
  • Page 47 ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL · Remove the battery cover. · Cut through the cable tie (A). · Remove the actuator cable connector from the electronic system. · Arrange for a second person to support the verticalizer. ·...

  • Page 48: Replacing The Safety Belt

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic 7.15 Replacing the safety belt Requirements: · 10 mm socket spanner · 4 mm Allen key Dismantling the safety belt: · Remove the plastic cap (5). · Loosen the bolt (3) and the associated nut (in the figure this is covered) with a 4 mm Allen key and a 10 mm socket spanner.

  • Page 49: Chest Strap

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL 7.16 Chest strap 7.16.1 Replacing the chest strap Requirements: · 5 mm Allen wrench...

  • Page 50: 7.16.2 Replacing The Additional Belt

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic Uninstalling the chest strap: ● Loosen and remove the hexagon socket head screws (1) together with the washers. ● Remove the mounting plate (2) of the additional belt (3). ● Remove the chest strap (4). Pay attention to the insert (5) while doing this.

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Wheelchair To The User's Seating Posture

    To optimally adjust the wheelchair to the user's needs, it is advisable to have the seat depth adjusted individually by an authorised Invacare® dealer. There are perforated rails under the seat for adjusting the seat depth. This results in the following seat depths: 38, 40, 42, 44 and 46 cm.
  • Page 52 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic The picture on the right shows the position of the seat plate guide screws (1) and the fastening screws of the perforated rails (2). · Loosen the seat plate guide screw (1). ·...

  • Page 53: Legrest

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL Legrest 8.2.1 Setting the lower leg length of the legrest The adjustment range of the calf length depends on the seat height! Depending on the model, the calf length has two possible adjustment ranges (measured including the seat cushion): ·...

  • Page 54: Changing The Height Of The Backrest

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic Changing the height of the backrest By cutting off a segment of the backrest sling (underneath the backrest cushion), the height of the backrest can be permanently shortened once by 5 cm. Requirements: ·...
  • Page 55 ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL · Loosen and remove the screws (1) that hold the covers, using the 3 mm Allen key. · Turn each cover so that the gap (1) is pointing towards the front, positioned directly over the end of the fixation rod of the backrest sling.
  • Page 56 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic · Push the backrest sling and, if necessary, the fixation rod back down into the backrest frame. · Re-position the screws (1) in the covers on the ends of the backrest frame tubes and...

  • Page 57: Restraining Straps For The Legs

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL Restraining straps for the legs 8.4.1 Opening and closing the restraining strap · Flip lever (1) over. The restraining bar is released. · Open the restraining strap (2) to the front. · If necessary, loosen the locking lever on the other side and remove the entire strap.

  • Page 58: Adjusting The Retaining Bar And Knee Cushions

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic 8.4.3 Adjusting the retaining bar and knee cushions 8.4.3.1 Setting the depth of the restraining strap Pre-requisites: · 5 mm Allen key What should be observed when adjusting the distance of the knee cushion to the shin? If the distance of the knee cushion to the shin is too small, great pressure is asserted on the legs when standing up.

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Height Of The Knee Cushions

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL 8.4.3.2 Adjusting the height of the knee cushions Pre-requisites: · Crosstip screwdriver WARNING: Danger of injury! · The knee pads should not press directly on the knees! The upper edge of the knee pads should be positioned just below the upper end of the shin bone! ·...

  • Page 60: Setting The Width Of The Knee Cushions

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic 8.4.3.3 Setting the width of the knee cushions Pre-requisites: · 4 mm Allen key · Use the screw wrench to loosen the Allen screws (1). · Set the desired knee cushion position. ·...

  • Page 61: Adjusting The Armrests And The Control Panel

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL Adjusting the armrests and the control panel 8.5.1 Adapting the height of the armrests Pre-requisites: · 5 mm Allen key · Loosen the eight Allen screws (1) (only the four on the right side are to be seen in the picture).

  • Page 62: Setting The Resistance Of The Swing-Up Armrest

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic 8.5.3 Setting the resistance of the swing-up armrest The swing-up armrest is prevented from lowering under its own weight by the pre-set resistance. Pre-requisites: · 5 mm Allen key · Adjust the Allen screw (1)

  • Page 63: Setting The Height Of The Remote

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL 8.5.5 Setting the height of the remote · Loosen the wing screw (1). · Set the remote to the desired height. · Re-tighten the screw. 8.5.6 Adjusting the width of the armrests The distance between the side sections can be adjusted by 5.5 cm on both sides (11 cm in total).

  • Page 64: Adapting The Height Of The Chest Belt

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic Adapting the height of the chest belt Pre-requisites: · 5 mm Allen key WARNING: Risk of falling if the chest strap is not closed! · Make sure that the Velcro strips on the chest strap cover each other completely! ·...

  • Page 65: Adjusting The Headrest

    ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL Adjusting the headrest 8.7.1 Adjusting the height · Loosen the hand wheel (1). · Move the headrest to the desired height. · Re-tighten the hand wheel. 8.7.2 Setting the position · Loosen the release handle (1,2 or 3).

  • Page 66: Adjustment Of The Stand-Up Angle

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Dragon Vertic Adjustment of the stand-up angle Pre-requisites: · Screwdriver, flat, width of edge approx. 6 mm WARNING: The Verticalizer could be destroyed if the position of the upper shut-off switches is changed! · Never modify the position of the upper shut-off switches! The control box (1) for the limit stop of the verticalizer is to be found under the seat.
  • Page 67 ® Invacare - Dragon Vertic SERVICE MANUAL · Use the screwdriver to loosen the fastening screw on the limit switch (1). · Slide the limit switch upward or downward. · Upward = actuator is shut down earlier when standing up, user is erected to a lesser degree.

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