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Invacare Action3 NG RC Service Manual

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Action3 NG RC *
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Manual wheelchair medium active
Service Manual
DEALER: Keep this manual.
The procedures in this manual MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

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  • Page 1 ® Invacare Action3 NG RC * Rocking Chair Manual wheelchair medium active Service Manual DEALER: Keep this manual. The procedures in this manual MUST be performed by a qualified technician.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Trouble Shooting and Maintenance Guidelines ............. 3 Trouble Shooting........................... 3 Tightening Torques ........................4 Suggested Maintenance Procedures ..................4 Stability Warning ........................... 5 Central Wheels and Front Castors ................. 6 Removing/Installing Central Wheels ..................6 2.1.1 Removing Central Wheels (24" or 22") ................6 2.1.2 Installing Central Wheels (24"...

  • Page 3: Troubleshooting And Maintenance Guidelines

    Maintenance Schedule, Cleaning and Troubleshooting sections. 1.1 Trouble Shooting CAUTION It is compulsory to use original Invacare spare parts which you can obtain from any Invacare subsidiaries. A list of spare parts is available at www.invacare.eu.com. WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.

  • Page 4: Tightening Torques

    ® Invacare Action3 NG RC 1.2 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 5: Stability Warning

    Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from ® moisture. Use a Teflon lubricant if necessary. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears. Clean upholstery with mild soap and water. 1.4 Stability Warning The seat height, seat depth, back angle, seating system/upholstery, size/position of the central wheels, size/position of the front castors, seating options (e.g., back bag, …) as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair.

  • Page 6: Central Wheels And Front Castors

    ® Invacare Action3 NG RC 2 Central Wheels and Front Castors 2.1 Removing/Installing Central Wheels WARNING The seat height, seat depth, back angle, seating system, size/position of the central wheels, size/position of the front castors, seating options (e.g. back bag, …) as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair.

  • Page 7: Installing Central Wheels (24" Or 22")

    The locking pins MUST be protruding past the inside of central wheel hub for a positive lock. Keep locking pins clean. Invacare recommends inserting quick-release axles with the head end to the inside of the wheelchair to prevent accidental release during contact leisure activities. 2.1.2 Installing Central Wheels (24”...

  • Page 8: Adjusting Quick-Release Axles

    ® Invacare Action3 NG RC 2.2 Adjusting Quick-Release Axles NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.2. Remove central wheel and quick release axle from the wheelchair. Refer to section 2.1 Removing/Installing Central Wheels Depress detent pin in the quick release axle and slide the quick release axle through the central wheel hub.

  • Page 9: Adjusting Wheelbase Length

    2.4 Adjusting Wheelbase Length NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.1 to section 2.1 Removing/Installing Central Wheels. Remove the wheel. Refer to section 2.1 Removing/Installing Central Wheels paragraph. Remove the four mounting screws A that secure the top and bottom of the adjustable axle bracket B to the back-cane bracket C.

  • Page 10: Change Central Wheel Size (24" Or 22")

    ® Invacare Action3 NG RC 2.5 Change Central Wheel Size 610mm (24”) or 560mm (22”) NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.5 and to sections 2.1 Removing/Installing Central Wheels and 3.1 Adjusting Wheel Brakes. Remove the central wheel from the wheelchair. Refer to section 2.1 Removing/Installing Central Wheels.

  • Page 11: Adjusting Forks

    2.6 Adjusting Forks WARNING Risk of wobbling castors Caster angle vertical axis MUST be at 90° +/- 1° from the ground. Both castor assemblies should be at the same angle. After ANY adjustments, before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.

  • Page 12: Wheel Brakes

    ® Invacare Action3 NG RC 3 Wheel Brakes WARNING On steep slopes you can lose braking control of your wheelchair and overturn. Do not take slopes exceeding 4°to ensure perfect braking control of the wheelchair. Adjusting Wheel Brakes NOTE: When changing the size of the central wheels (24” or 22”), the wheel brakes MUST be readjusted.

  • Page 13: Adjusting Wheel Brake Schoe Position (Step 2)

    3.1.2 Adjusting Wheel Brake Shoe Position (step 2) CAUTION The brake cable must be changed on each side EVERY YEAR. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.1.2 and 31.3 Finalize the shoe brake adjustment by adjusting its position on the anti-tipper arm. Adjust the cable tension with the locking nut E (10mm spanner and Allen key 3mm/2-3 Nm) to obtain a shoe bracket position to 90°...

  • Page 14: Anti-Tipper Arm

    ® Invacare Action3 NG RC 4 Anti-Tipper Arm WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. Ensure both anti-tipper arms are fitted correctly on each side before using the wheelchair and have it set or readjusted if necessary.

  • Page 15: Periodic Maintenance Guidelines

    5 Periodic Maintenance Guidelines IMPORTANT: For general Periodic Maintenance Guidelines, refer to same section, in the ordinary Action3 NG Service Manual. Always use this document in combination with the ordinary Service Manual. NOTE: Always clean the wheelchair before any inspection/adjustment. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of the wheelchair.

  • Page 16: Inspect/Adjust Weekly

    ® Invacare Action3 NG RC 5.2 Inspect/Adjust Weekly  Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).  Quick-release axles lock properly (see page 8).  Inspect for broken spokes.  Wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when castor is spun. Castor should come to a gradual stop.
  • Page 17 5.4 Inspect/Adjust Annually (2)  Wheel brakes are easy to engage.  Change brake cable and readjust the brake tension cable  Ensure axles are free from dirt, lint, etc.  Ensure roller bearings are free from dirt, lint, etc. ...
  • Page 18 ® Invacare Action3 NG RC NOTES:...
  • Page 19 NOTES: 60122664-A...
  • Page 20 Invacare Sales Companies Ireland: United Kingdom: Invacare Ireland Ldt, Invacare Limited Unit 5 Seatown Business Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed Campus Bridgend CF35 5AQ Seatown Road, Swords, County Tel: (44) (0) 1656 776 222 Dublin Fax: (44) (0) 1656 776 220 Tel: (353) 1 810 7084 uk@invacare.com...

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