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Invacare Rea Dahlia 30 User Manual

Invacare Rea Dahlia 30 User Manual

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Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45
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  • Page 1 Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 en Manual wheelchair passive 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 4.10.3 Add a half tray cushion ..... . 26 4.11 Seat height extension plate ..... . 26 4.12 Calf strap padded .
  • Page 4 Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 9.3 Reconditioning ....... . 46 10 Troubleshooting .

  • Page 5: General

    1.4 Limitation of Liability Note that there may be sections in this document, which are Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from: not relevant to your product, since this document applies to all available models (on the date of printing). If not •...

  • Page 6: Safety

    WARNING! – Only use combinations allowed by Invacare. Risk of foot injury Contact your Invacare distributor for There is a risk that you could injured your feet information.

  • Page 7: Safety Information On Electromagnetic Interference

    – Only use original parts for the product in use. – Due to regional differences, refer to your local Invacare catalog or website for available options or contact your Invacare distributor. See addresses at the end of this document.

  • Page 8: Symbols On Electrical Version

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 2.5 Symbols on Electrical Version Snap hook symbols Depending on the configuration, some wheelchairs may be Waste disposal and recycling used as a seat in a motor vehicle, some may not. information. See section “After Use”, “Waste disposal”...

  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Product Overview 3.3 Main parts of the wheelchair 3 Product Overview 3.1 Product Description This is a passive wheelchair with seat and backrest tilting mechanism and swing-away, angle adjustable leg rests. IMPORTANT! The wheelchair is manufactured and configured individually to the specifications in the order. The specification must be performed by a healthcare professional according to the user’s requirements and health condition.

  • Page 10: Parking Brakes

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 3.4 Parking brakes The parking brakes are used to immobilize the wheelchair when it is stationary to prevent it from rolling away. WARNING! Risk of overturning if you brake sharply If you engage the parking brakes while you are moving, the direction of movement can become uncontrollable and the wheelchair may stop 1.

  • Page 11: Tilting Seat And Backrest

    Product Overview 3.5.4 Tilting Seat and Backrest Carer-operated tilt adjustment The whole seat unit including the backrest can be tilted. WARNING! Risk of fatal injury Increased blood pressure against the upper part of the body. – All combinations of settings (like opened knee angle + full tilt and recline) where the lower extremity's are positioned higher than the heart, have to be evaluated from a medical point of...
  • Page 12 Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 1. Press the tilt handle A under the armrest pad, the seat CAUTION! tilts automatically. Risk of damage to the product 2. To raise the backrest upwards and return to a neutral – Make sure that the hand control is not position, press the tilt handle A.
  • Page 13 Product Overview CAUTION! Risk of trapping fingers Could result in minor injuries. – The risk of trapping fingers, etc., is greater in electric adjustments than in user-operated adjustments. – Bear in mind, for example, that a child may get hold of the control box, press the controls and get trapped, or trap the user.

  • Page 14: Push Handles / Push Bars

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 Hand control — Battery indications Concerning the push handles/push bar for the bent backrest tubes follow the instructions for height adjustment of the push bar. 3.6.1 Adjusting the height of the connected push handles Green light — ON — Hand control is activated •...

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Height Of The Push Bar

    Product Overview 3.6.2 Adjusting the height of the push bar WARNING! Risk of imbalance – Do not hang anything on the push bar, this could cause imbalance. 3.7 Seat 3.7.1 Width adjustment seat 1. Loosen the hand wheels A. 2. Adjust the handles to the required height position. There are two fixed positions available.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Seat Cushion

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 3.7.3 Adjusting the seat cushion Swinging forwards 1. Swing the leg rest forwards until it engages. Unhinging 1. Activate the release lever A. 2. Pull the leg rest upwards. Hinging 1. Hinge the leg rest on the front of the frame and swing it forwards until it engages.

  • Page 17: Other Foot Plates And Footrest

    I (3–5 Nm) in the desired position. • Adjusting height of calf pad: 1. Loosen knob C. Invacare recommends that foot plate adjustment is carried 2. Adjust to the desired height and firmly tighten the out by a qualified technician. knob.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Angle Of The Central Legrest

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 3.8.4 Adjusting the angle of the central legrest 3. Loosen the lever C, on the cushion’s mounting, in order to adjust the cushion’s angle and height. 4. Loosen screws D under the cushion, in order to adjust the cushion depth.

  • Page 19: Anti-Tip Device

    Product Overview The anti-tipper has seven possible height positions. WARNING! Risk of tipping Insufficient support from the anti-tippers – Be careful when using the anti-tippers when propelling on soft areas such as lawns. The anti-tippers might sink into the ground. 1.

  • Page 20: Options

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 4 Options 2. Remove the original armrest B. 3. Mount the hemiplegic armrest C in the armrest pole. 4. Re-tighten the screw A. 4.1 Headrest/Neckrest 4.1.1 Height adjustment 5. The hemiplegic armrest can be adjusted in angle. The resistance can be increased/decreased by adjusting the screw A.

  • Page 21: Trunk Support With Fixed Arm

    Options Depth adjustment — fixed cushion Tools: 5 mm Allen key 1. To adjust the depth of the trunk supports, loosen the The depth is adjusted in a forward or backward position. screws D with an Allen key. Loosen handwheel A and turn. 2.

  • Page 22: Trunk Support "Swing-Away

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 Angle adjustment — multi adjustable cushion The "swing-away" trunk support can be turned sidewards in order to be out of the way when the user is moving in to or out of the wheelchair. 1. Loosen the screw E. CAUTION! 2.

  • Page 23: Using Wedges With Lateral Positioning Pad

    Options Height 3. Ensure that the two hook surfaces (pads and back cover) are set correctly. 4. Put the backrest cover A back in place. 4.6.2 Using wedges with lateral positioning pad 1. Loosen the lever A. 2. Adjust the drip stand to the desired height. 3.

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Depth Of The Table Tray

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 4.9 Table tray WARNING! Risk of falling / injury – The table must never be used as a replacement for the posture belt. WARNING! Risk of tipping / injury – Max load on the table: 8 kg CAUTION! CAUTION! Risk of discomfort...

  • Page 25: Add A Table Tray Cushion

    Options WARNING! Risk of table tipping forwards – Do not adjust the depth of the table too much forwards due to the risk of tipping the table when adding weight on it. Place the cushion for the table tray A on the table and place the attachment straps B around the table.

  • Page 26: Mounting The Half Tray

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 1. Place the cushion for the half tray A on the tray. The half tray can be adjusted in width and swung 2. Place the attachment straps B into the plastic buckle away. and around the half tray A. 4.10.1 Mounting the half tray 4.11 Seat height extension plate Mounting the half tray...

  • Page 27: Cover For Footrest / Foot Plate

    Options 4. Place the cover C on the one piece footrest. Both legrests must be in the same angle in order to be able to use the calf strap in the correct way. The calf strap must not slacken to much in order to give the proper support for the user.

  • Page 28: Ventilator Tray

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 The kerb lever is height adjustable: Contact your authorized provider for more information. 1. Loosen and remove the screws and nuts B. 2. Adjust the lower part of the kerb lever C to the required height. 4.17 Posture belt 3.

  • Page 29: Assemble The Posture Belt For Positioning

    However, when vehicle. transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle, Invacare’s original posture belt must be used in addition to, but never as a substitute for an approved passenger 4.18 Harness...

  • Page 30: Attaching The Harness

    However, when The harness is mounted on the holder for the transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle, Invacare’s harness A. original posture belt must be used in addition to, but never as a substitute for an approved passenger 4.

  • Page 31: Setup

    Setup 5 Setup 1. Raise the backrest to an upward position. 2. Attach the gas piston C to the attachment pin A. 3. Insert the safety pin with the safety shackle D in the upper hole in the attachment B. 5.1 Safety information 4.

  • Page 32: Placing The Wires

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 5.5 Placing the wires 5.5.1 Wires with backrest plate CAUTION! Risk of reduced brake effect – The wires must not be crossed on the backrest! 5.6 Inserting the armrests WARNING! Risk of pinching – Be aware of the pinching risk due to the small distance between the armrest attachment and the rear wheel when tilting or propelling the 1.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Armrest/Side Rest Depth

    Setup 1. Adjust the height of the armrests and / or side rests by turning the screw or the hand wheel A depending on which type of armrest you have chosen. 2. Set the required height. 3. Re-tighten the screw / hand wheel. CAUTION! Risk of trapping fingers –...

  • Page 34: Mounting The Table Tray

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 5.13 Mounting the table tray Mount the table tray A in the table tray attachments B. 1572307-J...

  • Page 35: Using The Wheelchair

    Using the wheelchair brake is operated in the same way as the standard user 6 Using the wheelchair operated brake, the difference is that the brake handle brakes both wheels at the same time. The one arm brake is available both for the right and the left side of the General warnings —...

  • Page 36: Move To/From The Wheelchair

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 6.4 Move to/from the wheelchair WARNING! Risk of overturning There is a high risk of overturning during the transfer. – Only get in and out without assistance if you are physically able to do so. –...

  • Page 37: Negotiating Steps And Kerbs

    Using the wheelchair 6.6 Negotiating steps and kerbs 1. Move the wheelchair backwards until the rear wheels touch the kerb. WARNING! 2. The assistant should tilt the wheelchair using both push Risk of overturning handles so that the front wheels lift off the ground, then When negotiating steps you could lose your pull the rear wheels over the kerb until the front wheels balance and tip the wheelchair over.

  • Page 38: Stability And Balance When Seated

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 1. Bend your upper body forwards and propel the wheelchair with quick, powerful strokes on both handrims. 1. Point the front wheels forwards. (To do this, move your wheelchair forwards slightly then back again.) Going down slopes 2.

  • Page 39: Transport

    Transport 7.3.1 Backrest 7 Transport 7.1 Safety information WARNING! Risk of injury if the wheelchair is not properly secured In the event of an accident, braking manoeuvre, etc. you may suffer serious injuries from flying wheelchair parts. – Always remove the rear wheels when transporting the wheelchair.

  • Page 40: Angle Adjustable Leg Rests

    – Disconnect the hand control (electrical version in a collision or sudden stop. Therefore Invacare strongly only) from its connection to the control box recommends transferring the wheelchair user to the vehicle and securely stored in the vehicle.
  • Page 41 – Never leave the user unattended when transporting the wheelchair up or down ramps or slopes. Therefore Invacare strongly recommends transferring the wheelchair user to the vehicle with the posture belt on. 1. Attach the snap hooks to the front transportation rings as shown in the figure above (see location of the •...
  • Page 42 Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 Fastening the 3-point Passenger Restraint System 1. The vehicle's safety belt should fit as tightly across the user's body as possible without discomfort. The upper part of the safety belt should fit over the user's shoulder as illustrated.

  • Page 43: Maintenance

    Check the reclining 2. Tighten any loose bolts with the suitable torque. and tilting Therefore refer to the Service Manual, available on the mechanisms internet at www.invacare.eu.com. Check the castors IMPORTANT! Self-locking screws/nuts or thread-locking Check bolts adhesive are used for several connections. If...

  • Page 44: Maintenance Electrical Version

    Check that no air is escaping from the tyre. fluids, – before using it for a new user. Spare parts All spare parts may be obtained from an Invacare 8.5.3 Cleaning authorized provider. IMPORTANT! Dirt, sand and seawater can damage the bearings and steel parts can rust if the surface is damaged.

  • Page 45: Washing

    Maintenance Cleaning upholstery The fabric can be washed at temperatures up to 60º C. Normal detergents can be used. For cleaning upholstery refer to the instructions on the labels of the seat, cushion and backrest cover. All parts of the wheelchair with polyurethane-coated fabric upholstery, such as armrest pads, calf pads, If possible, always overlap hook and loop strips (the headrest or neckrest, should be cleaned according...

  • Page 46: After Use

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 Preparing Mobility Device for Use 9 After Use • Re-connect the battery supply to the control box. • The battery pack must be charged before use. 9.1 Storage 9.2 Disposal IMPORTANT! Risk of damage to the product Be environmentally responsible and recycle this product –...

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 10 Troubleshooting CAUTION! – If you notice a fault with your wheelchair, e.g. a significant change in handling, stop using your wheelchair immediately and contact your 10.1 Safety information provider. Faults may arise as a result of daily use, adjustments or changing demands on the wheelchair.

  • Page 48: Identifying And Repairing Faults

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 10.2 Identifying and repairing faults Fault Possible cause Action The wheelchair does not Incorrect tyre pressure on one rear wheel Correct tyre pressure, → 11.4 Tyres, page 50 travel in a straight line One or more spokes broken Replace faulty spoke(s), →...

  • Page 49: Technical Data

    Technical Data 11 Technical Data 11.1 General information For Rea Dahlia, 100 — 150 mm castor wheels are intended for indoor use only. 11.2 Dimensions and weights All dimension an weight specifications refer to a wide range of the wheelchair in a standard configuration. Dimension and weight (based on ISO 7176–1/5/7) may alter according to different configurations.

  • Page 50: Maximum Weight Of Removable Parts

    Rea® Dahlia® 30 / 45 DAHLIA 30° DAHLIA 45° 515 mm (20”)/560mm 405 mm (16”) 515 mm (20”)/560mm 405 mm (16”) (22”)/600 mm (24”) (22”)/600 mm (24”) Front location of 465–550 mm 465–550 mm 465–550 mm 465–550 mm armrest structure Handrim 445–535 mm 445–535 mm...

  • Page 51: Materials

    Technical Data CAUTION! – The tyres pressure have to be equal in both wheels to avoid a less driving comfort, to keep the brakes efficiency and an easy propelling of the wheelchair. 11.5 Materials Chassis, backrest tubes Steel, powder coated Plastic parts like push handles, brake handles, foot plates and Thermoplastic (e.g.

  • Page 52: Electromagnetic Compliance (Emc)

    IPx6. See label and label on each electric device for correct IP class. The lowest IP-classification decides the overall classification of the system. IPx6- The system is protected against water projected from any direction (not high pressure). For full details contact your Invacare authorized provider. 11.9 Electromagnetic compliance (EMC) General information Products with electronic equipment needs to be installed and used according to the EMC information in this user manual.
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  • Page 56 Invacare distributors United Kingdom: New Zealand: Invacare Limited Invacare New Zealand Ltd Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed 4 Westfield Place, Mt Wellington 1060 Bridgend CF35 5AQ New Zealand Tel: (44) (0) 1656 776 222 Phone: 0800 468 222 Fax: (44) (0) 1656 776 220 Fax: 0800 807 788 uk@invacare.com...

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