Invacare Alu Lite User Manual
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- Page 1 Invacare® Alu Lite en Low active 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 Corporation. Trademarks are identified by ™and ®. All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 6.3 Driving and steering the wheelchair....20 6.4 Negotiating steps and kerbs with an assistant only..21 6.5 Going up and down stairs ......22 6.6 Negotiating ramps and slopes with an assistant only . -
Page 4: General
For more information about the product, for example Business in the respective countries. product safety notices and product recalls, contact your Invacare distributor. See addresses at the end of this Warranty claims can only be made through the provider document. -
Page 5: Limitation Of Liability
General 1.4 Limitation of Liability 1.6 Service Life Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from: The expected service life of this product is five years when used daily and in accordance with the safety instructions, • Non-compliance with the user manual maintenance intervals and correct use, stated in this manual. -
Page 6: Safety
Invacare® Alu Lite 2 Safety WARNING! Risk due to driving style being unsuitable for the conditions 2.1 Safety information There is a risk of skidding on wet ground, gravel or uneven terrain. This section contains important safety information for the –... -
Page 7: Safety Devices
– Only use combinations with other devices wheelchair. which are allowed by Invacare. Contact your – Make sure when activating the folding or authorized provider for more information. insertion mechanisms of moving parts, such as –... -
Page 8: Labels And Symbols On The Product
– 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 9 Safety Snap hook symbols Manufacturer’s address Date of manufacture WARNING Symbol This wheelchair is not configured for Product description passenger transport in a motor vehicle. This Seat width symbol is attached to the frame close to the identification label. Reference number Serial number Medical device Serial number barcode...
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Page 10: Product Overview
Invacare® Alu Lite An assistant should physically and mentally be able to use 3 Product Overview the wheelchair safely for himself and the occupant (e.g. to propel, steer, brake). 3.1 Product Description The wheelchair may be used indoors and outdoors on level This is a low active wheelchair with crossbar folding ground and accessible terrain. -
Page 11: Main Parts Of The Wheelchair
Product Overview 3.3 Main parts of the wheelchair Push handle Backrest Rear wheel Parking brake Front fork with castor Leg rests, swiveling Footrest Frame Seat Armrest The equipment of your wheelchair may differ from the diagram as each wheelchair is manufactured individually to the specifications in the order. -
Page 12: Manual Brakes For Assistant Only
Invacare® Alu Lite 3.4 Manual brakes for assistant only WARNING! Risk due to wheelchair being out of control The manual brakes are used to slow down and to immobilize – The manual brakes must be operated the wheelchair when it is stationary to prevent it from simultaneously to slow down the wheelchair. -
Page 13: Folding Backrest
– Slack standard backrest cover must be replaced – Invacare strongly recommend to remove by a qualified technician. additional load when moving your backposts upwards or downwards. -
Page 14: Leg Rests
2. Adjust and tighten the fixing bolt (10 Nm) B into the desired position. 3.6.1 Swing away leg rests Invacare recommends that footplate adjustment is carried out by a qualified technician. To ensure a good position of the feet the heel strap is attached to the leg rest support and adjustable by hook and loop fasteners. -
Page 15: Seat Cushion
– If the thickness of the cushion is changed, a complete set up of the wheelchair need to be done by a qualified technician. – We recommend to use an Invacare or Matrx cushion with anti-slip base cover in order to prevent sliding. -
Page 16: Options
Invacare® Alu Lite Closing and opening the posture belt 4 Options 4.1 Posture belt The wheelchair can be equipped with a posture belt with plastic buckle. It prevents the user from sliding downward in the wheelchair or from falling out of the wheelchair. The posture belt is not a positioning device. - Page 17 Options 1. Shorten or extend the loop D as required. 2. Thread loop D through catch A and plastic buckle E until the loop is flat. 1648362-B...
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Page 18: Setup
Invacare® Alu Lite 5 Setup 5.1 Safety information CAUTION! Risk of injury – Before using the wheelchair, check its general condition and its main functions, 8.2 Maintenance Schedule, page 28. Your authorized provider will supply your wheelchair ready for use. Your provider will explain the main functions and ensure that the wheelchair meets your needs and requirements. -
Page 19: Using The Wheelchair
Using the wheelchair 6.2 Move to/from the wheelchair 6 Using the wheelchair WARNING! 6.1 Safety information Risk of overturning There is a high risk of overturning during the WARNING! transfer. Risk of falling out of the wheelchair – Only get in and out without assistance if you When using too small front wheels the wheelchair are physically able to do so. -
Page 20: Driving And Steering The Wheelchair
Invacare® Alu Lite 6.3 Driving and steering the wheelchair The assistant drive and steer the wheelchair using the push handles. WARNING! Risk of tipping The wheelchair can tip forwards or backwards. – When setting up your wheelchair, test its behavior in terms of tipping forward or backward and adjust your driving style accordingly. -
Page 21: Negotiating Steps And Kerbs With An Assistant Only
Using the wheelchair 6.4 Negotiating steps and kerbs with an Going down a step with an assistant assistant only WARNING! Risk of overturning When negotiating steps you could lose your balance and tip the wheelchair over. – Always approach steps and kerbs slowly and carefully. -
Page 22: Going Up And Down Stairs
Invacare® Alu Lite Going up a step with an assistant WARNING! Risk of serious injuries Going up steps and kerbs frequently can result in earlier than expected fatigue break of the wheelchair backrest. The user might fall out of the wheelchair. -
Page 23: Negotiating Ramps And Slopes With An Assistant Only
Using the wheelchair 6.6 Negotiating ramps and slopes with an 6.7 Stability and balance when seated assistant only Some everyday activities and actions require you to lean forwards, sideways or backwards out of the wheelchair. This WARNING! has a major effect on the wheelchair’s stability. To keep Risk due to wheelchair being out of control your balance at all times, proceed as follows: When negotiating slopes or gradients your... - Page 24 Invacare® Alu Lite 1. The assistant apply both parking brakes. 2. When leaning forwards your upper body must remain over the front wheels. Reaching backwards WARNING! Risk of falling out If you lean too far backwards you could tip your wheelchair over.
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Page 25: Transport
Transport 7.2 Folding and unfolding the wheelchair 7 Transport Folding the wheelchair 7.1 Safety information WARNING! Risk of injury during transport The wheelchair is not approved to be transported in vehicles, using the ordinary attachment points. WARNING! Risk of injury if the wheelchair is not properly secured In the event of an accident, braking manoeuvre, etc. -
Page 26: Lifting The Wheelchair
Invacare® Alu Lite Unfolding the wheelchair 4. Put the wheelchair back completely on the floor and check that the seat edges on both sides are in the guide components. 5. Fold the foot plates down. 6. Unfolding the backbrace, if present. -
Page 27: Transporting The Mobility Device Without Occupant
CAUTION! Risk of injury – If you are unable to fasten your mobility device securely in a transport vehicle, Invacare recommends that you do not transport it. Your mobility device may be transported without restrictions, whether by road, rail or by air. Individual transport companies have, however, guidelines which can possibly restrict or forbid certain transport procedures. -
Page 28: Maintenance
Invacare® Alu Lite 8 Maintenance weekly monthly annually Check the castors 8.1 Safety information Check bolts WARNING! Check parking brakes Some materials deteriorate naturally over time. Have wheelchair This could result in damage to wheelchair checked by a qualified components. -
Page 29: Cleaning And Disinfection
2. Tighten any loose bolts with the suitable torque. Spare parts Therefore refer to the Service Manual, available on the All spare parts may be obtained from an Invacare internet at www.invacare.eu.com. authorized provider. IMPORTANT! Self-locking screws/nuts or thread-locking 8.3 Cleaning and Disinfection... -
Page 30: Cleaning Intervals
Invacare® Alu Lite 8.3.2 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 31: Disinfection
Maintenance Car polish and soft wax can be used on painted metal surfaces to remove abrasions and restore gloss. Cleaning upholstery For cleaning upholstery refer to the instructions on the labels of the seat, cushion and backrest cover. If possible, always overlap hook and loop strips (the self-gripping parts) when washing, to minimize lint and thread build-up on hook strips and prevent damage to upholstery fabric by these. -
Page 32: Troubleshooting
Invacare® Alu Lite 9 Troubleshooting 9.1 Safety information Faults may arise as a result of daily use, adjustments or changing demands on the wheelchair. The table below shows how to identify and repair faults. Some of the actions listed must be carried out by a qualified technician. -
Page 33: Identifying And Repairing Faults
Troubleshooting 9.2 Identifying and repairing faults Fault Possible cause Action The wheelchair does not Castor bearings are dirty or damaged Clean the bearings or replace the castor, travel in a straight line → qualified technician The brakes are gripping Brake setting incorrect Correct the brake setting, →... -
Page 34: After Use
Invacare® Alu Lite • Inspection 10 After Use • Cleaning and disinfection • Adaptation to the new user 10.1 Storage For detailed information, see 8 Maintenance, page 28 and IMPORTANT! the service manual for this product. Risk of damage to the product Make sure that the user manual is handed over with the –... -
Page 35: Technical Data
Technical Data 11 Technical Data Maximum user weight 100 kg Overall length with leg 985 – 1030 mm 11.1 Dimensions and weight rests Overall width 520 – 570 mm All dimension an weight specifications refer to a wide range of the wheelchair in a standard configuration. Dimension Folded length 985 –... -
Page 36: Maximum Weight Of Removable Parts
Invacare® Alu Lite 11.2 Maximum Weight of Removable Parts 345 – 465 (340 – 460) mm, Footrest to seat distance stepless Maximum weight of removable parts Leg to seat surface angle 60° Part: Maximum weight: Armrest to seat height 280 (230) mm... -
Page 37: Environmental Conditions
Technical Data 11.4 Environmental conditions Storage and Operation transportation Temperature -20 °C to 40 °C -5 °C to 40 °C Relative humidity 20 % to 90 % at 30 °C, not condensing Atmospheric 800 hPa to 1060 hPa pressure Be aware that when a wheelchair has been stored under low temperatures, it must be adjusted to chapter 8 Maintenance, page 28 before use. - Page 38 Notes...
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- Page 42 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...