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- Page 1 Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series AVIVA RX20, AVIVA RX40, AVIVA RX40HD en Power Wheelchair Service Manual PROVIDER: Keep this manual. The procedures in this manual MUST be performed by a qualified technician.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
6.10.5 Overview of Power Wheelchair Models and Contents Wheel Types....... 46 6.10.6 Replacing Drive Wheel (5–Screw Installation) . -
Page 4: General
Invacare reserves the right to alter product specifications without further notice. Before reading this document, make sure you have the latest version. You find the latest version as a PDF on the Invacare website. For pre-sale and user information, see the user manual. -
Page 5: Safety
Safety 2 Safety 2.1 Safety information WARNING! The procedures in this service manual, must be performed by a specialized dealer or qualified service technician. – Do not handle this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as user manuals, installation manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this product or optional equipment. - Page 6 – Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare providers. – Invacare supplies all mobility devices with a standard drive program ex-works. Invacare can only give a warranty for safe mobility device driving behavior - especially tipping stability - for this standard drive program.
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Page 7: Hygiene
Use saturated Cleaning and reconditioning disinfectant wipes disinfection and clean* the device surface. *Invacare uses detergent "Nücosept special" 1.5% in water ml/ml Disinfection Tools • Disposable wipes (fleece) • Brushes to clean areas difficult to access Further Information For more information contact your Invacare service department. -
Page 8: Setup
Adjusting the seating position in order to adapt the mobility device optimally to the requirements of the user, we recommend that you ask your authorised Invacare provider to adjust seat depth individually. Adapting the seat to the user's seating position depends on the seat that has been fitted, and should be carried out in the following sequence. -
Page 9: Adjusting Centre Of Gravity Of Seat
Setup Ultra Low Maxx Seat The seat depth A can be adjusted by moving the position of side rails with front seat plates in relation to the backrest. See user manual of Ultra Low Maxx. 4.2.3 Adjusting Centre of Gravity of Seat The centre of gravity of seat (CoG) can be adjusted by mounting seat frame farther towards front or the rear of seat. - Page 10 Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Variant narrow base — Recommended positions of module Tilt and Lifter-Tilt Modules Tilt with Fixed Pivot Point Wheelbase Seat Depth Distance XX Comment Distance XX Comment 460 mm 72.5 mm 405 mm/ 16 inch Best performance 50.0 mm...
- Page 11 Setup Tilt and Lifter-Tilt Modules Tilt with Fixed Pivot Point Wheelbase Seat Depth Distance XX Comment Distance XX Comment 50.0 mm 27.5 mm Performance Best performance 505 mm/ 20 inch considerations 530 mm/ 21 inch 555 mm/ 22 inch 580 mm/ 23 inch 520 mm 95.0 mm 95.0 mm...
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Page 12: Adjusting Centre Of Gravity - Modulite Seat
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series 1. Remove main frame shrouds on both sides. See 6.7 Shrouds, page 24. 2. Remove screws A and washers B on both sides. 3. Align module according to table for your variant. 4. Insert screws and washers and tighten. -
Page 13: Telescopic Seat Frame
Setup Wheelbase Seat Depth Distance XX Comment 550 mm 50.0 mm 405 mm/ 16 inch Performance considerations 50.0 mm Performance considerations 455 mm/ 18 inch 50.0 mm 505 mm/ 20 inch Performance considerations 4.4.1 Telescopic seat frame • 6 mm Allen key 1. - Page 14 Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Fig. 4-5 Available settings Mounting Position Seat Height 435 mm 460 mm 485 mm CAUTION! Risk of Crushing Seat comes down when front or rear fixing of the seat are removed. – Do not remove front and rear fixing of the seat at the same time.
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Page 15: Testing
4. If there is a defect, replace motor and send it to Invacare Service for inspection or repair. Fig. 5-2 DuraWatt motor serves as an example. 5.3 Rain test •... -
Page 16: Field Load Test
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series 5.4 Field Load Test Old batteries loose their ability to store and release power due to increased internal resistance. In this procedure, batteries are tested under load using a digital voltmeter to check battery charge level at the charger connector. The charger connector is located on the remote. - Page 17 Testing DON’T Don’t use chargers or batteries that are not appropriate Follow recommendations in this manual when selecting for the chair. a battery or charger. Don’t put new batteries into service before charging. Fully charge a new battery before using. Don’t tip or tilt batteries.
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Page 18: Service
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series 6 Service 6.1 General Warning Information on Installation Work CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage to property, if the maximum speed reduction on a mobility device with a lifter does not function correctly The mobility device’s electronics must reduce the maximum possible speed as soon as the lifter is raised above 100 mm. -
Page 19: Overview Components
The power modules used are described in the corresponding controls manual. The tables for rectification of operational faults listed in the following chapters are only an excerpt from the original manufacturer's manuals. You can obtain the original manuals from Invacare. 6.5.2 Drive Fault Diagnosis Documentation... - Page 20 Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Documentation Problem Other symptoms Possible cause Solution None Motors stop and start Voltage decline Stop driving and allow again electronics to cool down. None Motor runs but loses High motor load Stop driving and allow power...
- Page 21 Service Documentation Problem Other symptoms Possible cause Solution None Motor makes clicking Clutch(es) defective Replace clutch. See 6.9.1 Replacing noise Motor-Gearbox Unit, page 37. Bearing defective Replace motor. See 6.9.1 Replacing Motor-Gearbox Unit, page 37. Collector defective Measure internal See 5.1 Testing resistance of motor, Motor, page 15 and 6.9.1 Replacing...
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Page 22: Charging Device Fault Diagnosis
Defective mains supply cable. Check the mains supply cable. Replace damaged cables or send the battery charger to Invacare Service for repair. LEDs are burnt out Send the battery charger to Invacare Service for repair. An internal fuse might be burnt out. - Page 23 Service Component Notes Check Remedy Armrests Damage to armrests Replace cover if damaged Armrest fixings Tighten screws Clothing guard Damage to clothing Replace clothing guard, guard if damaged Clothing guard fixings Tighten screws Powered tilt Tight fit of SL retainer Replace SL retainer clip clip, if necessary...
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Page 24: Shrouds
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Component Notes Check Remedy Battery mounting Check battery support Replace if necessary and mounting belts for damage Batteries Check batteries for Replace batteries if See 6.12 Batteries, page 58. damage necessary Check battery voltage Charge batteries See user manual. -
Page 25: Water Protection Shroud
Service 1. Remove right-hand shroud. 2. Loosen screws D on left-hand side. 3. Remove shroud C forwards. Fig. 6-2 Installing Shrouds 1. Install parts in reverse order. Tighten screws to 3 Nm. 2. Test all functions. 6.7.2 Water Protection Shroud •... - Page 26 Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Fig. 6-4 Parts of main frame shrouds A Front shroud B Middle shroud C Rear Shroud Removing Front Shroud 1. Loosen and remove hand screw D on bottom side of frame. 2. Pull shroud A upwards. Remove shroud.
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Page 27: Battery Shroud
Service Removing Middle Shroud 1. Remove front shroud A and rear shroud C. 2. Remove shroud B. Fig. 6-6 Removing Rear Shroud 1. Loosen and remove screw G. 2. Remove shroud C. Fig. 6-7 Installing Shrouds 1. Install middle shroud. Make sure to install pins on rear side within corresponding holes E and F. -
Page 28: Rear Shroud
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series 1. Remove rear shroud. See 6.7.5 Rear Shroud, page 28. Take note of positions of cables and sockets. Mark plugs and sockets or take a photo with digital camera. Unplug all cables between chassis and seating system. -
Page 29: Replacing Fender
Service Separating Parts • Plastic fastener removing tool (or similar) 1. Loosen and remove clips D on both sides. 2. Swivel top shroud E and separate it from bottom shroud F. Fig. 6-10 Installing Shroud 1. Install parts in reverse order. 2. -
Page 30: Replacing Front Fender On Single-Sided Fork
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series 6.7.7 Replacing Front Fender on Single-Sided Fork Removing Fender 1. Slightly press both hooks A together. 2. Remove fender B backwards out of fork C. Fig. 6-12 Replacing Bracket CAUTION! Risk of Crushing to Hands and Feet by Weight of Mobility Device –... -
Page 31: Replacing Front Fender On Double-Sided Fork
Service Installing Fender 1. Install parts in reverse order. 2. Test all functions. 6.7.8 Replacing Front Fender on Double-Sided Fork CAUTION! Risk of Crushing to Hands and Feet by Weight of Mobility Device – Pay attention to hand and feet. –... -
Page 32: Replacing Rim Cap (Castor Wheel)
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series 1. Insert tip of screwdriver between cap C and insert B. 2. Remove insert. 3. Insert tip of screwdriver between rim and cap at fulcrum D. 4. Loosen and remove cap. 5. Replace defective parts. 6. Hold cap over rim. -
Page 33: Replacing Kerb Climber
Service Narrow Wide Wheelbase Recommended Seat Depth Base Base 460 mm 405 mm -- 455 mm 490 mm 455 mm -- 480 mm 520 mm 480 mm -- 505 mm 550 mm 505 mm -- 580 mm • 5 mm Allen key •... -
Page 34: Replacing Rubber Foot
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series 1. Hold in place nut A on rear side of main frame. Loosen and remove bolt C, washers B and nut A. 2. Repeat previous step for remaining screwed connections. 3. Remove bracket D including kerb climber. -
Page 35: Replacing C.t.c. Suspension
Service 1. Remove main frame shrouds. See 6.7 Shrouds, page 24. 2. Loosen and remove nuts D. 3. Remove tie-down point C. 4. Remove bolts A and washers B. Fig. 6-20 5. Install parts in reverse order. 6. Test all functions. 6.8.5 Replacing C.T.C. -
Page 36: Replacing And Adjusting Rear Suspension
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Installing Main Frame 1. Install parts in reverse order. Tighten screw H to 20 Nm and screw A to 17 Nm. 2. Adjust limit stopper. See below. 3. Test all functions. Adjusting Limit Stopper • 13 mm wrench •... -
Page 37: Drive Components
Service 10. Test all functions. Adjusting Suspension • 17 mm wrench • Water pump pliers • Oblong wooden blocks (at least 7 cm x 7 cm x 30 cm) • Wooden block (at least 4 cm x 4 cm x 8 cm) Recommended User Weight Position up to 70 kg... -
Page 38: Replacing Or Rotating Motor/Gearbox Unit Sealing
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Component Comments C Fender D Nut E Washer F Fender mount G Wheel lock mount H Motor-gearbox unit I Width adapter Optional component. J Bolts Available in two different lengths. If a width adapter is retrofitted, the bolts must be replaced. -
Page 39: Replacing Motor/Gearbox Clutch
Service • 6 mm Allen key • 5/8“ Allen key • 7/8“ Allen key • 5/16“ Allen key • Phillips screwdriver size 2 • 10 mm socket wrench • 1/2“ socket wrench • 1/4“ socket wrench • 5/16“ socket wrench •... -
Page 40: Replacing Engaging Turn Knob
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Removing motor/gearbox clutch 1. Removing motor/gearbox unit, as described in Replacing Motor/Gearbox Unit. 2. Loosen and remove self-securing nut (3). 3. Remove carriage screw (6), which secures sealing ring (5). 4. Carefully bend sealing ring apart and remove it. -
Page 41: Replacing Castor Fork
Service Fig. 6-29 When installing engaging turn knob (5) make sure that position (6) is correct. Fig. 6-30 Tighten bolt (7). Fig. 6-31 Check that engaging turn knob can be turned to "push" position (clockwise) and "drive" position (counterclockwise). 6.9.5 Replacing Castor Fork Various forks can be installed to the mobility device. - Page 42 Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Removing: 1. Place wooden block underneath mobility device and prop up mobility device. 2. Remove front part of main frame shrouds. See 6.7.3 Main Frame Shrouds, page 25. 3. Loosen and remove nut A including washer B.
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Page 43: Replacing Castor Lock
Service 6.9.6 Replacing Castor Lock Replacing Locking Device • 6 mm Allen key 1. Unlock castor lock C. 2. Remove front part of main frame shrouds. See 6.7.3 Main Frame Shrouds, page 25. 3. Loosen and remove screw A, washer B and locking device C. -
Page 44: Wheels
The following are instructions on maintenance and repairs that can be performed by the user. For the specifications of spare parts please see Technical Data, or consult the service manual, available from Invacare (in this connection please see the addresses and phone numbers at the end of this user manual). In case you require assistance, please contact your Invacare dealer. -
Page 45: Tyre Types
Service 6.10.3 Tyre Types There are three different types of tyres or inner tubes, and specific points must be observed for the replacement of each type. The individual types of tyres can be easily distinguished: • Pneumatic tyres have black valve caps. •... -
Page 46: Wheel Types
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Castor Wheels 6” 8” 9” 10” Wheel 18 Nm 18 Nm 25 Nm 16 Nm 16 Nm 25 Nm 25 Nm 25 Nm 18 Nm 100 Nm Fixation 5 Nm — — — 5 Nm 10 Nm... - Page 47 Service Models Drive wheels 10” x 3” 12 1/2” x 2 1/4” 14” 4–Spoke 3–Spoke 5–Spoke 5–Spoke 3–Spoke 5–Spoke 5–Spoke 5–Spoke Solid Rim Plas- Rim for (5–screw (1–Bolt (1–Bolt (1–Bolt tic Rim (1–Bolt (1–Bolt (5–Screw True installa- Installa- Installa- Installa- (1–Bolt Installa- Installa-...
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Page 48: Replacing Drive Wheel (5-Screw Installation)
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Models Castor Wheels 6” 8” 9” 10” Single- Double-Sided Fork Single- Double- Single- Double- Single- Sided/ Sided/ Sided Sided/ Sided Sided Double- Double- Fork Double- Fork Fork Sided Sided Sided Fork Fork Fork Pronto AVIV- A RX * For wheelchair-specific mounting instruction, see respective manual. -
Page 49: Replacing Castor Wheel On Double-Sided Fork
Service • 6 mm Allen key • Torque wrench • Oblong wooden block (at least 12 x 12 x 30 cm) for propping up mobility device • Medium-strength thread locking adhesive (Loctite 243 or similar) When removing, take care of small parts such as screws and washers. Put all small parts down so that they can be installed in correct sequence. - Page 50 Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Fig. 6-38 Remove nut from bolt A. 4. Remove bolt and wheel from fork. Installing Wheel 1. Install parts in reverse order. 2. When installing wheel, pay attention to correct direction of rotation. 3. Tighten nut to prescribed torque. See 6.10.4 Specific Tightening Torques, page 45.
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Page 51: Replacing Castor Wheels On Single-Sided Fork
Service Replacing Castor Wheel (6 inch wheel) • 2 x 7/16 inch wrench • Oblong wooden block (at least 14 x 14 x 30 cm) Removing Wheel Fig. 6-40 1. Loosen nut (2). 2. Remove screw (6). 3. Remove two washers (3) and (5). 4. -
Page 52: Replacing Tyres
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Removing Wheel Fig. 6-41 1. Loosen and remove screw (3) including washer (1). 2. Remove castor. 3. Replace castor. Installing Wheel 1. Install parts in reverse order. 2. When installing wheel, pay attention to correct direction of rotation. - Page 53 Service 3. Let air escape completely out of tyre by firmly pressing in pin in the centre of valve. CAUTION! Risk of Explosion The wheel explodes if air pressure has not been released from wheel before wheel rim is removed. –...
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Page 54: Replacing Drive Wheel Hub
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series 8. When fitting rim halves together, make sure that drill holes and threads for screws are placed exactly on top of each other. 9. Place joiner's clamps in position. 10. Tighten joiner's clamps alternately in small stages until rim halves are precisely aligned. - Page 55 Service Removing Module 1. Remove power module shrouds. See 6.7.1 Power Module Shrouds, page 24. 2. Unplug all cables from module. 3. Loosen and remove screw F, washer E and lock washer D 4. Remove module B. Fig. 6-44 Installing Module 1.
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Page 56: Replacing Bus Expansion Block (Glm-Conx4)
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series 6.11.2 Replacing Bus Expansion Block (GLM-CONX4) The bus expansion block allows you to increase the amount of available bus sockets. • Phillips screwdriver, size 2 1. Unplug all bus cables. 2. Loosen and remove screws B. - Page 57 Service Removing Counter 1. Switch controls system of wheelchair off. 2. Remove rear shroud. See 6.7 Shrouds, page 24. 3. Loosen and remove nut D including locking washer E. 4. Pull mounting bracket C off of threaded rod F. 5. Remove retaining frame B. 6.
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Page 58: Replacing Cable Harness
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series 6.11.5 Replacing Cable Harness According to the configuration of the mobility device different variants of the cable harness are used. The course of action is the same for all variants. If you want to retrofit an option, such as light, it may require a new cable harness. -
Page 59: General Instructions On Handling Batteries
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. 6.12.3 Making Batteries Accessible •... -
Page 60: Replacing Circuit Breaker
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Removing Batteries 1. Make batteries accessible. See 6.12.3 Making Batteries Accessible, page 59. 2. Remove remaining terminal cap A and terminal screw B together with washer C and cable lug of cable harness from terminal of rear battery. - Page 61 Service 1. Remove right power module shroud and rear shroud. 2. Unplug battery cable on power module. 3. Disconnect circuit breaker cables from batteries. Disconnect negative terminal first, then positive terminal. a. Remove tie wraps (not shown). b. Remove terminal caps A. c.
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Page 62: Checking Cables
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series 1. Remove circuit breaker. 2. Loosen and remove nut E, washer F and holder G. 3. Install parts in reverse order. Fig. 6-56 Installing Circuit Breaker Connect negative terminal first, then positive terminal. 1. Install holder and circuit breaker in reverse order. Ensure that clip D faces upwards. -
Page 63: Lighting Unit
Service 7. If a plug is loose, apply slight pressure to push plug into socket. The plug must snap in place securely. 8. Check that plug is firmly attached to its socket. 9. Install parts in reverse order. 10. Test all functions. 6.13 Lighting unit 6.13.1 Replacing Headlight •... -
Page 64: Replacing Rear Light
Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series Removing Holder 1. Remove complete headlight. See 6.13.1 Replacing Headlight, page 63. 2. Loosen and remove nut E. 3. Remove holder D including bushing C. Do not remove bolt A and washer B for correct re-installing of holder. -
Page 65: Lifter-Tilt Modules
Service 1. Unplug actuator cable directly on actuator. 2. Remove SL retainer clips A and spacers F on actuator at top and bottom. 3. Remove upper pin B. Hold seat in position. 4. Move seat into service position. Alternatively, lower it carefully to chassis. - Page 66 Invacare® AVIVA™ RX series 1. Unplug all cables from the electronic modules which run from seat to chassis. 2. Loosen and remove screws A and washers B on both sides. 3. Remove seat including brackets C from chassis. 4. Place seat on wooden blocks.
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Page 67: Mounting Dahl Docking System
Mounting Dahl Docking System 7 Mounting Dahl Docking System For more information about spare parts, accessory part installation in vehicles and maintenance of the Dahl Docking system, contact Dahl Engineering www.dahlengineering.dk. To retrofit a mobility device with a Dahl Docking system, it is imperative, that the mobility device is equipped with the correct adapter plate. - Page 68 Invacare Distributors 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.