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Invacare Action Vertic Service Manual

Invacare Action Vertic Service Manual

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  • Page 1 ® Invacare Action Vertic 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 ............. 4 Trouble Shooting........................... 4 Tightening Torques ........................5 Suggested Maintenance Procedures ..................5 Stability Warning ........................... 6 Front Hangers ......................7 Adjusting Footrest Height ......................7 Adjusting Calf Strap Tension ...................... 8 Adjusting One-piece Footplate ....................9 Armrests........................
  • Page 3 Adjusting Forks ..........................20 Removing/Installing Caster Assemblies .................. 21 5.8.1 Removing Front Wheels ....................... 21 5.8.2 Installing Front Wheels ......................21 Wheel Brakes......................22 Adjusting Wheel Brakes ......................22 6.1.1 Adjusting Wheel Brake Position ..................22 6.1.2 Adjusting Wheel Brake Tension ..................22 Replacing Wheel Brake Handle....................

  • Page 4: Troubleshooting And Maintenance Guidelines

    For pre-sales information and user manual related to this wheelchair, please consult the www.invacare.eu.com website. NOTE: Battery, charger and electronic control devices have to be checked and repaired by Invacare’s Aftersales Service ONLY. NOTE: Please recommend the user to follow the rules mentioned in the User Manual about Maintenance Schedule, Cleaning and Troubleshooting sections.

  • Page 5: Tightening Torques

    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. Thread M10/12 Tightening torque 1,5/3 Nm 3/6 Nm 7/12 Nm 10/20 Nm...

  • Page 6: Stability Warning

    ® Invacare Action Vertic Periodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels. Refer to section 5.3 Replacing Handrims. Periodically check caster wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from ® moisture. Use a Teflon lubricant if necessary.

  • Page 7: Front Hangers

    2 Front Hangers WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. A 50 mm clearance between the bottom of the footplate and the ground/floor MUST be maintained at all times.

  • Page 8: Adjusting Calf Strap Tension

    ® Invacare Action Vertic 2.2 Adjusting Calf Strap Tension NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.2. CAUTION According to the position of the one-piece footplate (forwards or backwards), tension adjustment should perfectly keep the feet centered. Secure and adjust the calf strap (A) curvature around the front frame thanks to the hook and loop fasteners in order to stretch or slacken it.

  • Page 9: Adjusting One-Piece Footplate

    2.3 Adjusting One-piece Footplate (Angle & Depth) NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.3. Remove the two locking screws (A & B) sideways with Allen key 4 mm. Position the one-piece footplate assembly to the desired angle. Position the one-piece footplate assembly forwards or backwards to the desired depth. Insert the locking screw (B) in one of the three threaded holes.

  • Page 10: Armrests

    ® Invacare Action Vertic 3 Armrests WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. 3.1 Adjusting Armrests Height NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.1.

  • Page 11: Seat And Back

    4 Seat and Back WARNING The seat height, seat depth, back angle, seating system, size/position of the rear wheels, size/position of the front casters, seating options (e.g. back bag, …) as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair. Any change to one or any combination of these factors changes the center of gravity and may cause the wheelchair to increase/decrease in stability.

  • Page 12: Adjusting Seat Upholstery Tension

    ® Invacare Action Vertic 4.2 Adjusting Seat Upholstery Tension NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.2 Disassemble one armrest panel by loosening the 2 screws (A) and the supports with Allen key 4 mm and spanner 10 mm. Position the upholstery, if needed, according to the depth adjustment (based upon user’s morphology), refer to paragraph 4.1.

  • Page 13: Adjusting Backrest Upholstery Tension

    4.3.2 Adjusting Backrest Upholstery Tension NOTE: For backrest tension adjustment, first remove the backrest upholstery (A). Adjust the hook and loop strips (C) in order to stretch or slacken them. Reposition the backrest upholstery (A) according to the new tension adjustment. WARNING Always check the quality and positioning of hook and loop strips.

  • Page 14: Adjusting Knee Support

    ® Invacare Action Vertic WARNING Always check that hook and loop fasteners are in place and make sure they perfectly overlap. 4.4.2 Adjusting Knee Support NOTE: Ideally it is positioned at the base of kneecaps with the cushion (B) well centered on legs.

  • Page 15: Rear Wheels And Front Casters

    5 Rear Wheels and Front Casters 5.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels WARNING The seat height, seat depth, back angle, seating system, size/position of the rear wheels, size/position of the front casters, seating options (e.g. back bag, …) as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair.

  • Page 16: Installing Rear Wheels

    The locking pins MUST be protruding past the inside of rear 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.

  • Page 17: Adjusting Quick-Release Axles

    5.2 Adjusting Quick-Release Axles NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.2. Remove rear wheel and quick release axle from the wheelchair. Refer to section 5.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels Depress detent pin in the quick release axle and slide the quick release axle through the rear wheel hub.

  • Page 18: Adjusting Wheelbase Length

    ® Invacare Action Vertic 5.4 Adjusting Wheelbase Length NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.4 to section 5.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels. Remove the wheel. Refer to 5.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels paragraph. Remove the locknut and washer that secures the axle bracket to the axle plate.

  • Page 19: Change Rear Wheel Size

    5.5 Change Rear Wheel Size NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.5 and to sections 5.4 Adjusting Wheelbase Length; 5.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels and 6.1 Adjusting Wheel Brakes. Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair. Refer to section 5.1 Removing/Installing Rear Wheels.

  • Page 20: Adjusting Forks

    ® Invacare Action Vertic 5.7 Adjusting Forks WARNING Risk of wobbling casters Caster angle vertical axis MUST be at 90° +/- 1° from the ground. Both caster 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 21: Removing/Installing Caster Assemblies

    5.8 Removing/Installing Caster Assemblies NOTE: If replacing a front caster note the mounting position of the existing front caster for installation of the new front caster. NOTE: Both front casters MUST be the same size and adjusted to the same height. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.8.

  • Page 22: Wheel Brakes

    ® Invacare Action Vertic 6 Wheel Brakes 6.1 Adjusting Wheel Brakes NOTE: When changing the position or size of the rear wheels, the wheel brakes MUST be repositioned. NOTE: Before adjusting or replacing the wheel brake assemblies, ensure that the tires are inflated to the recommended BAR, KPa, P.S.I on the side wall of the tire.

  • Page 23: Replacing Wheel Brake Handle

    Repeat STEPS 1 to 4 for the opposite wheel brake Engage the wheel brakes and push against the wheelchair to determine if the wheel brakes engage the rear wheels enough to hold the occupied wheelchair. Repeat STEPS 1 to 6 until the wheel brakes engage the rear wheels enough to hold the occupied wheelchair.

  • Page 24: Options

    ® Invacare Action Vertic 7 Options WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur. 7.1 Installing/Adjusting Push Handles NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.1.

  • Page 25: Anti-Tippers

    Anti-tippers MUST be attached at all times. Inasmuch as the anti-tippers are an option on this wheelchair (you may order it with or without the anti-tippers), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti-tippers as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.

  • Page 26: Periodic Maintenance Guidelines

    ® Invacare Action Vertic 9 Periodic Maintenance Guidelines 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. Initial Inspection: Initial adjustments should be made to suit the personal body structure needs and preferences of the user.

  • Page 27: Inspect/Adjust Weekly

    9.2 Inspect/Adjust Weekly  Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).  Quick-release axles lock properly (see page 16).  Inspect for broken spokes.  Wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Caster should come to a gradual stop.

  • Page 28: Lubrication Points Weekly/Monthly/Annually

    ® Invacare Action Vertic 9.4 Inspect/Adjust Annually (2)  Wheel brakes are easy to engage.  Ensure axles are free from dirt, lint, etc.  Ensure roller bearings are free from dirt, lint, etc.  Adjust wheel brakes as tires wear.
  • Page 29 NOTES: 1603966-B...
  • Page 30 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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