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Invacare Storm 4 Max User Manual

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  • Page 1 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max en Power Wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, this manual MUST be read and saved 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 5 Setup ......... . . 26 5.1 General Setup Information.
  • Page 4 6.4.1 Removing armrests to get in ....42 9.2.2 Weekly ........62 6.4.2 Information About Getting in and out.

  • Page 5: General

    For more information about the product, for example product safety notices and product recalls, contact your 1.3 Compliance Invacare distributor. See addresses at the end of this document. Quality is fundamental to the company’s operation, working within the disciplines of ISO 13485.

  • Page 6: Product-Specific Standards

    We are continuously working towards ensuring that the company’s impact on the environment, locally and globally, You should immediately contact an authorised Invacare is reduced to a minimum. provider if the usability of your mobility device is restricted We only use REACH compliant materials and components.

  • Page 7: Service Life

    The fact that we estimate a service life for this product does not constitute an additional warranty. 1.7 Limitation of Liability Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from: • Non-compliance with the user manual •...

  • Page 8: Safety

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max 2 Safety WARNING! Risk of Death, Serious Injury or Damage Improper routing of cables may cause a tripping 2.1 General Safety Notes entanglement or strangulation hazard that may result in death, serious injury or damage. DANGER! – Ensure all cables are routed and secured Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage properly.
  • Page 9 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Risk of injury if the mobility device is driven Risk of injury if the mobility device is switched when ability to operate a vehicle is impaired by off while driving, for example by pressing the medication or alcohol On/Off Button or disconnecting a cable, due to –...
  • Page 10 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max WARNING! CAUTION! Risk of falling out of the mobility device Risk of injury due to wrong lifting or dropping – Do not slide forward on the seat, do not lean of heavy components forward between your knees, do not lean –...

  • Page 11: Safety Information On The Electrical System

    Textiles and other materials that normally would mobility device that are not expressly certified not burn are easily ignited and burn with great by Invacare for this purpose. Have all electrical intensity in oxygen enriched air. installations done by your authorized Invacare –...
  • Page 12 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max WARNING! WARNING! Risk of death, serious injury, or damage Risk of death or serious injury Corroded electrical components due to water or Failure to observe these warnings can cause an liquid exposure can result in death, serious injury, electrical short resulting in death, serious injury, or damage.

  • Page 13: Safety Information On Electromagnetic Interference

    Safety Risk of damage to the mobility device WARNING! A failure in the electric system can lead to Risk of malfunction due to electromagnetic unusual behavior such as continuous light, no interference light, or noises from the magnetic brakes. – Do not switch on or operate portable –...

  • Page 14: Safety Information On Driving And Freewheel Mode

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max 2.4 Safety Information on Driving and Freewheel surface is inevitable, then always drive slowly Mode and with the utmost caution. – Never attempt to overcome an obstacle when DANGER! on an uphill or downhill gradient. Risk of death, serious injury, or damage –...
  • Page 15 Safety WARNING! – To assure stability and proper operation of your Risk of injury if you collide with an obstacle mobility device, you must at all times maintain when driving through narrow passages such as proper balance. Your power wheelchair has doorways and entrances been designed to remain upright and stable –...

  • Page 16: Safety Information With Regard To Care And Maintenance

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max Information on models with electric seat angle CAUTION! adjuster Risk of accident and loss of warranty if – If your wheelchair is fitted with an electric maintenance is insufficient seat angle adjuster, it is also fitted with a –...

  • Page 17: Safety Information Regarding Changes And Modifications To The Mobility Device

    – Only use seating systems that have been approved by Invacare for this mobility device. Electrical and electronic components which have not been approved by Invacare for use with this mobility device can cause fire hazards and lead to electromagnetic damage.
  • Page 18 A retrofitted backrest which is not approved by this manual and can be carried out by the user Invacare for use with this mobility device may without problems require the correct tools for overload the backrest tube and thus increase the proper work.

  • Page 19: Product Overview

    Product Overview 3.4 Labels on Product 3 Product Overview 3.1 Intended Use This mobility device was designed for persons whose ability to walk is impaired, but who are still in terms of their eyesight and physically and mentally able to operate an electric mobility device.
  • Page 20 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max Explanation of Symbols on Labels Warning that the mobility device may not be used Manufacturer as a vehicle seat. This mobility device does not satisfy the Date of manufacture requirements of ISO 7176-19. Identification label sticker European Conformity on the chassis at the rear right.

  • Page 21: Main Parts Of The Wheelchair

    Product Overview 3.5 Main parts of the wheelchair This symbol indicates the “Push” position 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 turn freely.

  • Page 22: User Inputs

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max Legrests Caster Suspension, rear (both not visible in illustration) 3.6 User Inputs Your mobility device may be fitted with one of several different user inputs. For information on the different functions and how to operate a particular user input, refer to its corresponding user manual (enclosed).

  • Page 23: Accessories

    Accessories Belts can only be adjusted on one side which can result in 4 Accessories the buckle not sitting centrally. 4.1 Posture Belts Belt with metal buckle, adjustable both sides 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.

  • Page 24: Using Cane Holder

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

  • Page 25: 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 26: 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 27: Adjustment Possibility For Remote

    Setup IMPORTANT! CAUTION! The mobility device is manufactured and Risk of the remote being pushed backwards configured individually to the specifications of the during an accidental collision with an obstacle, order. The assessment must be performed by a such as a doorframe or table, and the joystick healthcare professional according to the user´s being jammed against the armpad if the position requirements and health conditions.

  • Page 28: Adjusting Remote For Length Of User's Arm

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max 5.2.1 Adjusting Remote for Length of User's Arm 5.2.3 Swivelling Remote to Side Fig. 5-1 1. Loosen wing screw A. 2. Adjust component to desired position. Fig. 5-3 3. Tighten wing screw. If your mobility device is fitted with a swing-away remote 5.2.2 Adjusting Remote Height (only for Swing–Away...

  • Page 29: Adjustment Options For Standard Armrests

    Setup Adjustment options for standard armrests 5.3.1 Changing the armrest position Tools: • 6 mm Allen key 1. Loosen screw A. 2. Adjust armrest to desired height. 3. Re-tighten screw. 5.3.3 Adjusting the width of the armrests Tools: • 8 mm Allen key 1.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Seat Angle

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max 1. Loosen the screws (1). 2. Adjust the armrest to the desired width. 3. Retighten the screw. 4. Repeat this procedure for the second armrest. 5.4 Adjusting the seat angle CAUTION! Adjusting the seat tilt or the backrest angle...

  • Page 31: Adjusting Backrest

    Setup 1. Remove the seat cushion. Adjust the bearing sheets (1) to the desired depth. In Loosen the screws A and remove the seat plate. doing so, use the labelling on the seat as guidance (2). 8. Mount the cover plates and retighten the screws. 9.

  • Page 32: Adjusting Tension Adjustable Backrest Upholstery

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max 1. Remove the backrest cushion and the seat cushion. 5.6.2 Adjusting Tension Adjustable Backrest Upholstery Loosen the screws (1) and remove the seat plate. Fig. 5-5 Remove backrest cushion (attached with hook–and–loop straps) by pulling it up and off to access adjustment straps.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Backrest Bend

    Setup 5.6.3 Adjusting the backrest bend Loosen the handwheels A and raise the push handles as far as possible. Figure 1 The backrest is designed with different angles as shown in figure 1. This allows for different adjustments according to how the backrest is mounted.
  • Page 34 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max Loosen the screws B and remove the backrest by lifting Put the backrest back by fitting it to the receivers on upwards. the tubes. Tighten the screws. Turn the backrest 180°. 1547067-H...

  • Page 35: 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. – The headrest must be adjusted to the user's Put the cushion and cover back.

  • Page 36: Adjusting Height Of Rea Headrest Or Neckrest

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max • 5 mm Allen key Fig. 5-7 1. Loosen hand screw A. 1. Loosen the screws A , B or the clamping lever C. 2. Adjust component to desired position. 2. Adjust the headrest or neckrest to the required position.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Height Of The Calf Pad

    Setup 5.8 Adjusting the height of the calf pad Tools: • Crosstip screwdriver Move the calf pad to the desired position. 4. Re-insert the screws and tighten. 5.9 Adjusting the calf pad width Remove the cushion of the calf pad. Tools: •...

  • Page 38: Vari-F Footrest

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max 5.10 Vari-F footrest 5.10.2 Setting the angle 5.10.1 Swivelling the footrest/legrest outward and/or CAUTION! removing Risk of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests The small unlocking button is located on the upper section of –...

  • Page 39: Setting The End Stop Of The Footrest

    Setup Fig. 5-9 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. 5.10.3 Setting the end stop of the footrest •...
  • Page 40 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max Fig. 5-13 Move the rubber stop to the desired position. 6. Re-tighten the counternut. Fig. 5-11 Use the Allen key to loosen the screw (1) and swivel the footrest upward in order to access the rubber stop.

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Length Of The Legrest

    Setup 5.11 Adjusting the length of the legrest 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 castor wheels nor the ground. •...

  • Page 42: Usage

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max • 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.

  • Page 43: Information About Getting In And Out

    Usage 1. Remove remote cable from remote. Refer to 5.2.4 3. Always switch your mobility device off. Disconnecting Remote, page 28. 4. Always engage both motor locks/clutches and free 2. Loosen clamping lever (1). wheel hubs (if fitted) to prevent wheels from moving. 3.

  • Page 44: Safety Information When Taking Obstacles

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max 6.5.2 Safety Information When Taking Obstacles CAUTION! Risk of tipping over – Never approach obstacles at an angle but at 90 Fig. 6-2 Right Fig. 6-3 Wrong degrees as shown below. – Approach obstacles followed by a gradient with Ascending caution.

  • Page 45: Driving Up And Down Gradients

    Usage Descending CAUTION! Risk of tipping over The approach to descend an obstacle is the same as to – Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2/3 ascend it with the difference that you need not to stop of the top speed. Avoid sudden changes of before descending.

  • Page 46: Use On Public Roads

    – When the motors are disengaged (for 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 6.8 Pushing the mobility device in freewheel...
  • Page 47 Usage Disengaging the motors: 1. Switch off the remote. 2. Withdraw the locking pin (1). Pull the engaging lever (2) backwards. The motors are disengaged. Engaging the motors: 1. Push the engaging lever (2) forwards. The motors are engaged. 1547067-H...

  • Page 48: Controls System

    When the battery indicator reached the red LED range, checking the entire controls system. A specialised 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 49: Charging 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 50: Disconnecting Mobility Device After Charging

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max • 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 Batteries...

  • Page 51: Transporting Batteries

    Controls System • 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 52 • 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. 1547067-H...

  • Page 53: Transport

    Transport 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 54: 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. 1547067-H...
  • Page 55 (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 56: How The Mobility Device Is Anchored In A Vehicle

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max belts. Both types of safety belt should be used in order to 8.3.2 Securing User in Mobility Device minimize the risk of injuries to head or upper body. CAUTION! It is imperative that the mobility device is inspected by...
  • Page 57 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 58: Transporting Mobility Device Without Occupant

    This must also be released. – If you are unable to fasten your mobility Installing Rear Shroud device securely in a transport vehicle, Invacare recommends that you do not transport it. 1. Install parts in reverse order.

  • Page 59: Making Batteries Accessible

    Transport 8.4.2 Making batteries accessible 1. Remove the rear shroud as described in section 8.4.1 Opening Rear Shroud, page 58. WARNING! Fire and burn hazard due to short circuit at battery poles – Do not short-circuit the battery poles with a tool or metal parts of the wheelchair.
  • Page 60 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max 4. Lift the power module with the bracket, first to the right and then out to the left. Power modules are either mounted horizontally or vertically on the bracket depending on the type. 5. Place the power module with the bracket on the upper surface of the battery box, or the actuator module, if cable is sufficiently long.

  • Page 61: Maintenance

    Invacare. That manual, however, is intended to be used by trained and authorised service technicians, and describes Have your vehicle checked once a year by an tasks which are not intended to be performed by the user.

  • Page 62: Weekly

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max 9.2.2 Weekly Item Inspection check If inspection is not passed Armrests /side parts Check that armrests are firmly attached Tighten the screw or clamping lever that holds the in their holders and do not wobble. armrest (see chapter 5 Setup, page 26).

  • Page 63: Wheels And Tyres

    The power module prevents your mobility device For recommended tyre pressure see inscription on tyre/rim from driving. or contact Invacare. Compare table below for conversion. When the mobility device is in such a condition and while waiting for repair: 1.

  • Page 64: Long-Term Storage

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max 9.5 Long-Term Storage • Position the mobility device on flooring that is not discoloured by contact with tyre rubber. In case your mobility device is not used for a longer period of time, you need to prepare it for storage to ensure a Preparing Mobility Device for Use longer life for your mobility device and batteries.

  • Page 65: Cleaning Intervals

    Maintenance 9.6.2 Cleaning Intervals IMPORTANT! Wrong fluids or methods can harm or damage IMPORTANT! the product. Regular cleaning and disinfection enhances – All cleaning agents and disinfectants used must smooth operation, increases the service life and be effective, compatible with one another and prevents contamination.

  • Page 66: Disinfection

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max 1. Remove any installed optional equipment (only optional equipment which does not require tools). 2. Wipe down the individual parts using a cloth or soft brush, ordinary household cleaning agents (pH = 6 - 8) and warm water.

  • Page 67: After Use

    • Inspection according to service plan. See service in places (landfills) that are not appropriate according to legislation. manual, available from Invacare. • Cleaning and disinfection. Refer to 9 Maintenance, – DO NOT dispose of batteries in normal page 61.

  • Page 68: Technical Data

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max 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 69 Technical Data Drive wheel tires Tire type • 14" pneumatic, puncture-protected or puncture-proof Tire pressure The recommended maximum tire pressure in bar or kpa is marked on the side wall of the tire or the rim. If more than one value is listed, the lower one in the corresponding units applies. (Tolerance = -0.3 bar, 1 bar = 100 kpa) Caster tires Tire type...
  • Page 70 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max Dimensions in accordance with ISO 7176–15 • 1195 mm Total height Max. total width (widest point in • 855 mm (seat width 49) parentheses) • 915 mm (seat width 55) • 975 mm (seat width 61) Total length (incl. standard legrests) •...
  • Page 71 Measured without seat cushion The actual curb 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 curb weight (including batteries) measured.

  • Page 72: Service

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Max 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 73 Service Stamp of authorised provider / Date / Signature Stamp of authorised provider / Date / Signature 4th Annual Inspection 5th Annual Inspection Stamp of authorised provider / Date / Signature Stamp of authorised provider / Date / Signature 1547067-H...
  • Page 74 Notes...
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  • Page 78 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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