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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Modular Power Standing System 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.
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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.
General For more information about the product, for example 1 General product safety notices and product recalls, contact your Invacare distributor. See addresses at the end of this 1.1 Introduction document. This user manual contains important information about the In case of a serious incident with the product, you should handling of the product.
(Not applicable for all manuals) For further information about local standards and UK Responsible Person regulations, contact your local Invacare distributor. See Indicates if a product is not manufactured in addresses at the end of this document. the UK.
1.7 Limitation of Liability • damage to the postural belt • damage to the joystick (joystick cannot be moved into Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from: the neutral position) • cables that are damaged, kinked, pinched or have come •...
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 2 Safety WARNING! Risk of Injury, Damage or Death Improper monitoring or maintenance may cause 2.1 General Safety Notes injury, damage or death due to ingestion or choking on parts or materials. WARNING! – Closely supervise children, pets, or people with Risk of Serious Injury or Damage physical/mental disabilities.
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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 –...
CAUTION! mobility device that are not expressly certified Risk of injury due to wrong lifting or dropping by Invacare for this purpose. Have all electrical of heavy components installations done by your authorized Invacare – When maintaining, servicing or lifting any part provider.
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Safety WARNING! WARNING! Risk of death or serious injury Risk of death, serious injury, or damage Electric shock can cause death or serious injury Corroded electrical components due to water or – To avoid electric shock, inspect plug and cord liquid exposure can result in death, serious injury, for cuts and/or frayed wires.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 2.3 Safety Information on Electromagnetic WARNING! Interference Risk of injury or damage due to electrical shorts Connector pins on cables connected to the power This powered mobility device was successfully tested in module can still be live even when the system accordance with International standards as to its compliance is off.
Safety 2.4 Safety Information on Driving and Freewheel WARNING! Mode Risk of malfunction due to electromagnetic interference DANGER! – Do not switch on or operate portable Risk of death, serious injury, or damage transceivers or communication devices (such as Malfunctioning joystick could cause radio transceivers or cellular phones) when the unintended/erratic movement resulting in mobility device is switched on.
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx WARNING! WARNING! Risk of breaking down in adverse weather Risk of injury if the mobility device tips over conditions, i.e. extreme cold, in an isolated area (continued) – If you are a user with severely limited mobility, –...
Contact a provider – Antitippers should only ever be removed for or Invacare technician. dismantling the mobility device for transport in a vehicle or for storage. – The antitippers must always be fitted if the mobility device is being used.
Invacare for use with this mobility device can condition. Inadequate or neglected care and affect the tipping stability and increase tipping maintenance of the mobility device will result hazards.
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Electrical and electronic components which have product. not been approved by Invacare for use with this – The CE marking is invalidated if components mobility device can cause fire hazards and lead or accessories / options are replaced or added to electromagnetic damage.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 2.7 Safety Information for Modular Power significantly reduce the rearward stability of Seating (MPS) System your wheelchair. WARNING! Risk of injury by moving parts WARNING! – Never let objects get caught in the space Risk of Tipping (Continued) underneath a raised MPS system.
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If this occurs, please contact your authorized – The belt lock hook strap must not be soiled Invacare provider immediately to resolve the or clogged with fluff, fabric residue or similar issue. foreign bodies. It must be in a clean, undamaged condition.
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx CAUTION! Risk of malfunction of the lifter module – Inspect the lifter module at regular intervals to make sure there are no foreign objects or visible damage, and to make sure the electric plugs are firmly inserted into their sockets.
(spasticity, heterotrophic ossification, hip dislocation, The AVIVA FX MPS Maxx is a front wheel drive power etc.) which can cause orthopedic changes and prevent wheelchair established with a modular power standing an ergonomic standing posture.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx is therefore compact and agile enough for indoor areas, but Identification of the also able to overcome many obstacles in outdoor areas. ON/OFF position of the circuit breaker switch (on 3.3 Labels on Product the left side of mobility device).
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Explanation of Symbols on Labels Identification label sticker INVACARE GmbH XXXXXXXXX X XXXXX XXXX-GERM ANY on the chassis at the XXXXX XXXX XX km/h Manufacturer XX,XAh-C20-GEL X°...
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Medical device Do not lean out when the lifter is raised! Serial number Do not drive up or down slopes when the lifter is raised! WEEE Conformity Do not allow any body parts to get under a...
Product Overview 3.4 Main Parts of 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.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Overview Remote Attendant Control F Armrest G Remote H Postural belt (not shown) I Hip support J Knee pad K Legrest Fig. 3-3 Left / Right arrows 3.5 User Inputs Up arrow Your mobility device may be fitted with one of several different user inputs.
Product Overview Ultra Low Maxx CG tilt: 0 – 45° of seat tilt which features center of gravity shift for added stability. Power Recline with ESR: 170° powered backrest recline with extended shear Fig. 3-5 reduction, reduces any shear between the seating system Select desired power positioning function by touching and the user.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 3.6.1 Modular Power Standing (MPS) System When transitioning to a standing position, the seating system first goes to a pre-tilted position WARNING! before the seat begins to shift upward into the full Risk of Injury or Death upright (stand) position.
If power to the legrest is disconnected for – Invacare will not be liable for any injuries or any reason, an electronic protection system is in damage sustained when adjustments are made place that locks the stand function until the issue beyond the factory recommended settings.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 3.7.1 Driving Limitations 100° Seating systems are configured/programmed with a drive slowdown. The drive slowdown utilises microswitches to trigger the system into reduced drive speed. 115° 120° All tilt and recline seating systems are equipped with a drive...
Product Overview The provider can determine the angle when the drive slowdown should turn into a drive lockout. 3.7.2 Seating Limitations Max. Back Angle Limit The maximum back angle limits how far the backrest can be reclined using either the tilt or recline actuators. The seating systems are typically preset at the factory to the maximum allowable angle and do not require any further adjustment unless the maximum angle needs to be decreased (see...
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 4 Accessories / Options WARNING! Risk of Injury or Death Failure to utilise the MPS system safety 4.1 Posture Belts accessories provided and/or failure to follow proper adjustment procedures can result in A posture belt is an option which can either be fixed to serious injury or death.
You can find more information about maintenance work on belts in the service manual, which is available from Invacare. Fig. 4-3 • Belt can be adjusted on both sides •...
Off and re-enter set-up specifications. physical requirements and the condition of the Contact Invacare, if mobility device still does user. It is possible that collisions or pinch points not perform to correct specifications.
Footplates remote holder may break and the user may fall All footplates offered by Invacare can be folded upwards. out of the chair. – Never lean on the remote as a support for, for example, transfer.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 5.3 Adjustment possibilities for Quad Link remote support 5.3.1 Adjusting remote height 1. Loosen the two set screws A on the remote mount. 2. Push or pull the remote mounting tube up or down 1. Loosen screw A securing adjustable remote tray B to to the desired height.
Setup CAUTION! Risk of Injury or Damage to Wheelchair Removing both magnets leaves Quad Link without lock. Quad Link could retract unintentionally. – Always leave at least one magnet. Swivel Remote to Side • Small pointed tool such as paper clip To retract remote from normal extended position, push outward on inside surface of remote until Quad Link is free.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 5.4 Adjusting Cantilever Flip-up Armrest Adjust Armrest Height • 13 mm wrench Fig. 5-2 1. Loosen set screw A. 2. Adjust angle of armrest B by moving up or down. 3. Tighten set screw. Fig. 5-1 1.
Setup Replacing Armrest Arm Pad Orientation Fig. 5-4 You can switch the arm pad orientation from taper forward to taper rearward. Fig. 5-3 1. Pull plunger pin A. 2. Rotate plunger pin 1/4 - 1/2 turns to remain unlocked. 3. Pull armrest B out of mounting bracket. 4.
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Arm Pad Body Installation 1. Secure modular arm pad inside moulded arm pad body via hook-and-loop straps (not shown). 2. If wheelchair is to be used as vehicle seat, additionally secure arm pad with screws.
Setup 5.6 Hip support with quick release Adjusting position of hip support • 5 mm Allen key 1. Loosen screws A. 2. Adjust hip support to desired width. You can adjust the width only smaller than the seat width but not wider. 3.
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 1. Loosen the two screws A. 2. Adjust hip pad to desired depth. 3. Tighten screws. Adjusting hip pad height You can adjust the hip pad height in two ways: • Via its mounting slots.
Setup Loosen the two screws A. Remove upper screw and friction cap A. 2. Remove small friction link B. Remove hip pad bracket from mounting slot via cut-out 3. Insert hip pad bracket in other mounting slot. Remove hip pad with bracket, turn upside down and 4.
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Swing-away feature 1. Loosen screws (x2) A to adjust bracket width. 1. Lift bracket A up to release. Pad depth adjustment 2. Swing lateral rearward. The pad depth can be adjusted in a range of 63.5 mm (2.5”) Angle adjustment in total.
– 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 1. Loosen screws (x2) A to adjust lateral height (or ear height.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 5.8.1 Auto–style headrest set-up and installation • 2.5 mm Allen key • 4 mm Allen key • 5 mm Allen key • 10 mm wrench Risk of damage to the wheelchair – For systems equipped with power recline and...
Setup 1. Using the hardware provided, align and install the headrest clamp assembly into the existing mounting holes in the back pan A. 2. Secure the headrest pad to the headrest rod via the mounting hardware provided B. The headrest pad can be adjusted to any desired angle via the pivot ball at the end of the headrest rod by loosening and tightening the mounting hardware.
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Installing 4. Slide vertical mounting post B into clamp assembly and adjust overall height of headrest pad to desired • 2.5 mm Allen key position. Tighten knob D. • 4 mm Allen key For proper set-up headrest should be adjusted to user's •...
Setup 1. Loosen screws and clamping levers of dual link 1. Using hardware provided, align and install headrest adjustment assembly A and screws of upper and lower clamp assembly into existing mounting holes in backrest rotational pivots B. pan A. 2.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 1. Loosen hardware in multi-offset bracket A. 30 mm 2. Adjust headrest to desired position. 3. Re-tighten hardware. 5.9 Adjusting the Height of the Backrest • 4 mm Allen key The height can be adjusted around 30 mm.
Setup Fig. 5-17 Fig. 5-18 Loosen the set screw A on both sides of the chest bar. Loosen screws A on left and right armrest. 2. Adjust chest bar equally along the posts to desired 2. Slide chest bar for- or backwards until desired position. height.
– If the mobility device dips forward and the footrests touch the ground while in motion, please contact your Invacare distributor for immediate assistance and/or inspection. Do not use the mobility device until corrected.
Setup 1. Loosen/remove the adjustment screws A of the footrest mounting bracket B. 2. Adjust the footrest to the desired height on the extension tube C and fasten adjustment screws of the footrest mounting bracket. Maintain one hole spacing D between the adjustment screws.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Calf Pad Adjustment — Sample Configurations Fig. 5-31 Example of adjusting medium narrow width Centered Extended Lowered Raised Angled Apply and fasten footrest mounting screw A. Position Offset Offset (maxi- 5.11.3 Setting Height and Width of Calf Pad...
Setup 5.12 Installing the Knee Bolster Assembly NOTICE! – The knee bolster is designed to provide lower WARNING! leg stability and support in the full standing Risk of Injury position. The knee block MUST be installed The set up and adjustment of the knee bolster PRIOR to transitioning the wheelchair into the assembly and the legrest are critical to ensure standing position.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 5.12.1 Adjusting the Knee Bolster Assembly • 4 mm Allen key Depth adjustments are available in 13 mm increments. Fig. 5-32 Fig. 5-33 1. Hold the knee bolster assembly by the hand strap A 1. Take the knee bolster assembly by the hand strap A...
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Setup 4. Inspect the knee pad position relative to the users knees to determine if additional knee pad adjustments The overall knee pad height can be adjusted in are necessary. two ways: Knee pad adjustments can be made at anytime •...
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 6. Changing the Orientation of the Knee Pads 11. Remove knee pad and clamp from crossbar and rotate knee pad and clamp 180°. Standard Pad Configuration This changes the knee pad height around +/- 38 mm relative to the crossbar.
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Setup Fig. 5-42 Reinstall the knee bolster assembly until the ratchet Fig. 5-41 mechanism contacts the Depth Adjust Stop Bolt K. Install the Depth Adjust Stop Bolt K into the identified 16. Verify that the ratchet mechanism is properly engaged. mounting hole location J.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 5.12.2 Adjusting Knee Pad Width Fig. 5-46 Loosen the wing screws A and slide the knee pads inwards or outwards to the desired position on the crossbar. 2. Tighten wing screws. 5.12.3 Adjusting Knee Pad Angle Fig.
Setup 5.12.4 Adjusting Eccentric Knee Pad Position The knee pads can be independently rotated (along the horizontally axis) to produce an eccentric pad adjustment, via the curved adjustment slot at the rear of the knee pads. Fig. 5-48 Loosen wing screws A. Fig.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx • 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.
Usage 3. Clean terminals by using a battery cleaning tool, wire If you do not have sufficient muscle strength, you brush, or medium grade sand paper. should ask other persons for help. Use a sliding board, if possible. Upon completion, areas should be shiny, not dull.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 6.4.5 Remove / Swing Away the Chest Bar Removing the Chest Bar 1. Push knob A and swivel display holder to side. 6.4.4 Swivelling Chin Control to Side Fig. 6-3 Lift the chest bar upwards to disengage both posts from left and right mounting brackets A.
Usage Swinging Away the Chest Bar 6.4.6 Stowing the Knee Bolster Assembly Fig. 6-5 Knee bolster assembly in stowed position When not needed, the knee bolster assembly can be stowed on a bracket, mounted on one side of the mobility device. Fig.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Stowing the Mounting Bar CAUTION! Risk of Injury or damage A lowered mounting bar without the knee bolster mounted can cause injury or damage. – When the knee bolster is not in use, always keep the retractable mounting bar in the stowed position.
Usage 6.5.2 Safety Information When Taking Obstacles 6.5.3 Correct Way to Take Obstacles The following instructions how to take obstacles also CAUTION! apply for attendants if the mobility device is fitted Risk of tipping over with an attendant control. – Never approach obstacles at an angle but at 90 degrees as shown below.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 6.6.1 Negotiating Inclines CAUTION! Risk of tipping over – Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2/3 <9° of the top speed. Avoid sudden changes of direction or abrupt braking when driving on Fig. 6-11 Acceptable Incline Angles 0° to 9°...
Additional modifications may be required "DRIVE" position (electromagnetic motor brakes depending on the country. activated). Contact your Invacare provider if you have any questions. 1675721-B...
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Re-engaging Motors The motors may only be disengaged by an attendant, not by the user. 1. Turn the engaging lever A down B. The motors are now re-engaged. This ensures that the motors are only disengaged if an attendant is available to secure the mobility device and prevent unintended rolling.
It can however take up to five minutes checking the entire control system. A specialised until the control system has cooled down enough for the Invacare provider must perform the replacement. drive to restore full performance again. For more information about the circuit breaker type, If the drive is stalled by an insurmountable obstacle, for see 11 Technical Data, page 91.
Use only charging devices in Class 2. This class of 7.2.1 General Information on Charging chargers may be left unattended during charging. All charging devices which are supplied by Invacare comply New batteries should always be fully charged once before with these requirements.
– Only ever use the battery charger supplied with your mobility device, or a charger that has WARNING! been approved by Invacare. Risk of injury if using the mobility device during charging WARNING! –...
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 7.2.5 Storage and Maintenance • Try to charge the batteries always before you reach the red LED range. Follow the instructions listed below to ensure safe use and The last LED (one red) means a remaining capacity of longevity of the batteries: about 20 %.
Control System • The depth of discharge affects the cycle life. The harder • The batteries reach their end of life when the drive a battery has to work, the shorter is its life expectancy. range is significantly smaller than usual. Contact your Examples: provider or service technician for details.
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Dead or damaged batteries can be given back to your provider or directly to Invacare. 1675721-B...
Transport 8 Transport WARNING! Risk of Injury or Damage If the mobility device is fitted with a tray or other 8.1 General Information on Transport auxiliary equipment this could break free during transfer to a vehicle and cause damage or injury This mobility device may NOT be used as a vehicle seat, this to users in the event of a collision.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 8.2 Transferring Mobility Device to Vehicle WARNING! Risk of injury and damage to mobility device WARNING! and vehicle Mobility device is at risk of tipping over if Risk of tipping over or uncontrolled movements transferred to a vehicle while user is still seated...
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.
Invacare. That manual, however, is intended to be used by trained and authorised service technicians, and describes It is recommended, to have your mobility device tasks which are not intended to be performed by the user.
Maintenance 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 in their holders and do not wobble. the armrest (see chapter Adjustment Possibility for Remote).
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Item Inspection check If inspection is not passed Chest belt Check that the chest belt is fitting tightly. Contact your provider. Check the hook–and–loop strap for correct function and that Contact your provider. it may not open by itself.
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Maintenance Symptom Probable cause Solutions Loose/faulty electrical connection Check cable connections/check cable ties (too tight/too loose). Contact your provider. Blown fuse Inspect/replace fuse. Contact your provider. Interference/obstructions, pinched wires Check for sources of interference or obstructions/inspect cables for pinch points. Contact your provider.
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Symptom Probable cause Solutions Faulty DLO limit switch Contact your provider. Limit switch not functioning properly Loose/faulty electrical connection Check connections. Contact your provider. Faulty limit switch Check/replace limit switch. Contact your provider. Limit switch is not set–up properly Contact your provider.
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.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 9.6 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.
Maintenance 9.7.2 Cleaning Intervals NOTICE! Wrong fluids or methods can harm or damage NOTICE! the product. Regular cleaning and disinfection enhance smooth – All cleaning agents and disinfectants used must operation, increases the service life and prevents be effective, compatible with one another and contamination.
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 1. Remove any installed optional equipment (only optional Disinfectant: Ordinary household disinfectant. equipment which does not require tools). Drying: Allow the product to air-dry. 2. Wipe down the individual parts using a cloth or soft brush, ordinary household cleaning agents (pH = 6 - 9.8 Seating Module Lubrication...
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Maintenance Fig. 9-1 1. Adjust MPS system to full stand. 2. Power down mobility device. 3. Use cloth to wipe away any dirt, residue around pivots and along glide channels. 4. Lubricate main pivot points periodically using a general purpose oil. 1675721-B...
Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 10.2 Disposal 10 After Use WARNING! 10.1 Reconditioning Environmental Hazard Device contains batteries. This product is suitable for reuse. To recondition the product This product may contain substances that could for a new user, carry out the following actions: be harmful to the environment if disposed of •...
Technical Data 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 / options are added. The precise changes to these values are detailed in the sections for the respective accessories / options.
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Charging Device Output Current • 10 A Output Voltage • 24 V nominal Drive Wheel Tyres Tyre Type • 14 inch puncture-proof, pneumatic Tyre Pressure The recommended maximum tyre pressure in bar or kpa is marked on the side wall of the tyre or the rim.
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Technical Data Driving Characteristics Speed • 12 km/h Max. Braking Distance: Normal Operation • 2230 mm • 1800 mm Emergency Operation Max. Climbable Obstacle Height • Forward 83 mm • Reverse 64 mm • 9° Rated Slope Max. Slope With Engaged Parking Brakes •...
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx Overall Dimensions According to ISO 7176–15 Seat-to-Floor Height • 470 mm • 495 mm • 1115 – 1445 mm Max. Total Height • 740 – 890 mm Max. Total Width (depending on Seat Width and Base Width) •...
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Technical Data Dimensions of Seating System According to ISO 7176-5 Armrest Height • 241 – 330 mm / 320 - 405 mm (backpost mounted flip back cantilever armrest) • 230 – 330 mm / 330 - 405 mm (two-post flip back recline armrest) •...
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Legrest not removable, so no component weight measurable The actual kerb 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 kerb weight (including batteries) measured.
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. Delivery Inspection...
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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX MPS Maxx 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...
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