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- Page 1 Invacare® Action® 4 NG Action 4 NG Heavy Duty / Action 4 NG Comfort Rea® Spirea® 4 NG Spirea 4 NG Heavy Duty Manual Wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the operator of the product. BEFORE using this...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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 International GmbH or its subsidiaries unless... - Page 3 8.3.6 Disinfection 9 Troubleshooting 9.1 Safety Information 9.2 Identifying and repairing faults 10 After use 10.1 Storage 10.2 Disposal 10.3 Reconditioning 11 Technical data 11.1 Dimensions and weight 11.2 Maximum Weight of Removable Parts 11.3 Tyres 11.4 Materials 11.5 Environmental conditions...
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Page 4: General
Note that there may be sections in this document, which are not relevant to your product, since this document applies to all Warranty claims can only be made through the provider from available models (on the date of printing). If not otherwise whom the product was obtained. stated, each section in this document refers to all models of the 1.4 Limitation of Liability product. The models and configurations available in your country can be Non-compliance with the user manual found in the country-specific sales documents. Incorrect use Natural wear and tear Invacare reserves the right to alter product specifications without further notice. Incorrect assembly or set-up by the purchaser or a third party Before reading this document, make sure you have the latest Technical modifications version. You find the latest version as a PDF on the Invacare Unauthorized modifications and/or use of unsuitable spare website. parts If you find that the font size in the printed document is difficult 1.5 Compliance to read, you can download the PDF version from the website. The PDF can then be scaled on screen to a font size that is more Quality is fundamental to the company’s operation, working comfortable for you. within the disciplines of ISO 13485. This product features the For more information about the product, for example product ... -
Page 5: Safety
Risk of accidents and serious injury back support tubes with additional load. Accidents with resulting serious injury can occur if the wheelchair is improperly adjusted. — Contact your wheelchair provider in order to a WARNING! qualified technician does the adjustments Risk due to driving style being unsuitable for needed. environmental the conditions — There is a risk of skidding on wet ground, gravel Invacare expects that the qualified technician is or uneven terrain. familiar with the product, with good technical — Always adjust your speed and driving style to knowledge to understand and follow the steps of the the conditions (weather, surface, individual described instructions in this manual and equipped ability, etc). with proper tools. WARNING! WARNING! Risk of injury Risk of overturning In a collision you could sustain injury to parts of your ... -
Page 6: Safety Devices
CAUTION! Risk of death or serious injury Risk of injury In case of fire or smoke, wheelchair occupants are at Non-original or wrong parts may affect the function particular risk of death or serious injury, when they and safety of the product. — Only use original parts for the product in use. are not able to move away from the source of fire or — Due to regional differences, refer to your local smoke. Lighted matches, lighter and cigarettes can Invacare catalogue or website for available cause an open flame in the wheelchair surroundings options or contact your Invacare distributor. or on clothes. See addresses at the end of this document. — Avoid using or storing the wheelchair near open flames or combustible products. The functions of the safety devices are described in 3.1 — Do not smoke while using the wheelchair. Product Description, page 8 CAUTION! 2.3 Labels and symbols on the product Risk of getting parts of body caught There is always a risk of getting parts of the body ... - Page 7 Reclining mechanical backrest information label Push on the back support tubes (1) before operating the levers (2), this is to release the auto-locked security system. This label is attached to the upper part of the back support tubes (right side). Snap hook symbols Depending on the configuration, some wheelchairs may be used as a seat in a motor vehicle, some may not. Tie-down positions where the restraint system straps must be placed in case of transporting the occupied wheelchair in a motor vehicle. This symbol is only attached to the wheelchair when it is ordered with the transportation kit option. Symbol for wheelchair not intended to be used as a seat in a motor vehicle. This wheelchair is not configured for passenger transport in a motor vehicle. This symbol is attached to the frame close to the identification label. WARNING! Risk of serious injury or death Depending on the configuration, some ...
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Page 8: Product Overview
Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual 3 Product Overview 3.3 Main parts of the wheelchair 3.1 Product Description This is a manual wheelchair with crossbar folding mechanism and swing-away leg rests. NOTICE! The wheelchair is manufactured and configured individually to the specifications in the order. The specification must be performed by a healthcare professional /clinician according to the occupant’s requirements and health condition. — Consult a healthcare professional if you intend to adapt the wheelchair configuration. — Any adaptation should be performed by a qualified technician. 3.2 Intended use The medium active wheelchair is intended to provide mobility to persons limited to a sitting position, who are propelling the Main parts wheelchair themselves frequently or use the wheelchair for ... -
Page 9: Backrest
WARNING! 3.5.1 Standard Backrest Cover Risk of overturning if you brake sharply If you engage the parking brakes while you are A standard backrest cover is available for all backrest moving, the direction of movement can become types. These covers are not adjustable. uncontrollable and the wheelchair may stop WARNING! suddenly, which can lead to a collision or to you Risk of tipping falling out. If the standard backrest cover become slack, the — Never engage the parking brakes while you are tipping point of your wheelchair is changed for the moving. worse. — Slack standard backrest cover must be replaced WARNING! by a qualified technician. Risk due to wheelchair being out of control —... -
Page 10: Fixed Backrest
Backrest angle WARNING! Risk of tipping The angle of the backrest can be adjusted in four steps (0° to The hanging of additional load (back pack or similar 30°) with the mechanical version, and step less with the gas items) onto your wheelchair back. struts version. posts can affect the rearward stability of your wheelchair. This can cause the chair to tip CAUTION! backwards causing injury. Risk of pinching or crushing fingers — Therefore, Invacare strongly recommend the There is always a risk of getting fingers pinched in use of anti-tippers (available as an option) when mechanical parts of the wheelchair. — Be careful when activating the control levers of using your back posts with additional load (back the reclining backrest. pack or similar items). The height of the backrest cover can be adjusted on CAUTION! the back support tubes. The adjustment must be Risk of pinching carried out by a qualified technician. — Invacare recommends adjusting the backrest ... -
Page 11: Backbraces
Model -6°/+15° 3.6.1 Standard backbrace The backbrace links the two push handles, provides tension to the backrest upholstery and must always be in position on recliner versions. Folding the backbrace Based on the theorical 90° between seat and backrest, the angle of the backrest can be adjusted from –6° to +15° (step less). 1. Slightly loosen the two hand screws A , pull up the The backrest angle adjustment must be carried out by backbrace B and swivel it downwards along the backrest. a qualified technician. Invacare recommends that the 2. Fold the backbrace B until it is in vertical position. adjustment is checked by a clinician according to the occupant's needs. Unfolding the backbrace Model (-15°/+15°) 1. Fold the backbrace B upwards. 2. Align the backbrace B with the push handle and push it Based on the theorical 90° between seat and backrest, the down on the hand screw A. angle of the backrest can be adjusted from –15° to +15° (step less). 3. Firmly tighten the hand screw A and makes sure that the TWO hand screws A are properly tighten . It is important to ensure that the backbrace is correctly ... -
Page 12: Folding Backbrace
Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual In order to lock the position of the push handle, the nearest 3.6.3 Folding backbrace upper hole C should be visible, just as shown on the picture above. Folding backbrace links to low back support tubes and can be folded on its middle. 3.7.2 Height adjustable, integrated push handles (optional) The height adjustable, integrated push handles allow any assistant to adjust the handles to a comfortable level. Folding the backbrace 1. Unlock the folding backbrace by pushing the joint A slightly downwards. 2. Fold the backbrace downwards. The folding backbrace will automatically release when the chair is folded. Unfolding the backbrace 1. Fold the backbrace upwards. 1. -
Page 13: Adjusting The Shape Of The Seat
Keep your fingers away from movable parts during Adding a cushion to the seat will raise your height removing, fitting or adjusting the armrest. above the ground and can affect your stability in all directions. If a cushion is changed it may also change the o ccupant’s stability. 3.10.1 Detachable armrests — 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. 3.9 Mudguard In order to prevent dirt from the wheels spraying upwards, a removable mudguard can be fitted. The position of the mudguard can be adjusted. To remove the armrest: 1. Press on the locking mechanism located at the bottom of the armrest vertical bracket. To fit or adjust the height of the armrest: 1. -
Page 14: Armrest, Stepless Height Adjustable, Removable
Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual 3.10.2 Armrest, stepless height adjustable, removable Adjusting the armpad height 1. Loosen the screw B with 5 mm Allen key at top of the armrest tube. 2. Move the armrest upwards or downwards until you reach the desired height, while keeping screw B in place. 3. Tighten the screw B (5–6 Nm). Removing 4. Perform the setting on both sides. 1. Apply the parking brake on both sides. Adjusting the armpad depth 2. Previously press on the locking mechanism A located at the bottom of the armrest vertical bracket (if so 1. Loosen the 2 screws C below the armrest bracket. equipped). -
Page 15: Armrest, Height Adjustable, Foldable And Removable
Rear removing NOTICE! Risk of damage to the legrest mechanism or 1. Remove armrest from armrest bracket D by pulling components. straight up on the armrest. Do not place anything heavy, or let children sit on Rear fitting the leg rest. 1. Position armrest support C over rear armrest bracket D. 3.11.1 Swing away leg rests 2. Push the armrest down until a clear “click” is heard when it’s locked into the armrest bracket D. 3.10.5 Armrest, height adjustable, foldable and removable Folding 1. Grip the armrest by the armpad or by the front curve and fold it back. Front removing Swing outwards 1. Press and hold the armrest release bracket A at the front. 2. Remove armrest from armrest socket by pulling straight up 1. - Page 16 Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual Adjusting height of calf pad: Adjusting angle 1. Loosen knob C. 2. Adjust to the desired height and firmly tighten the knob. Adjusting height of calf pad: There are six preset positions available for angle adjustment. 1. Loosening the knob D and pull it up with one hand while supporting the leg rest with your other hand. 2. Adjust into one of nine preset positions, downwards the The calf pad has four depth adjustment options: knob D into the desired position and firmly tighten the 1. Remove the fixing screw F with 5 mm Allen key. knob. 2. Adjust to one of the four positions and firmly tighten the fixing screw F (3–5 Nm). NOTICE! Risk of damage to the legrest mechanism or Adjusting foot plate components. There are three different fold-up foot plates available. — Ensure free rotation of the knob by supporting enough the legrest with your hand before ...
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Page 17: Amputee Legrest
• Width-adjustable foot plates (2): 1. Loosen the two fixing screws I with 5 mm Allen key. 2. Adjust the width position and firmly tighten the two fixing screws I (3–5 Nm) in the desired position. Invacare recommends that foot plate adjustment is carried out by a qualified technician. To ensure a good position of the feet, two types of 1. Adjust the angle and the depth by loosening the two straps can be provided; the heel strap J (serial) and screws A at the foot plate attachment. the calf strap (optional) attached to the leg rest Tool: 5 mm allen key support. Both adjustable by hook and loop fasteners. 2. Adjust the foot plate to the correct position. 3.11.3 Amputee legrest 3. Re-tighten the screws with 10 Nm. The foot plate can be flipped up. Lift the foot WARNING! plate B upwards as shown on the picture above. Risk of tipping Do not place anything on the foot plate when the There is an increased risk of tipping for amputated screws are loose. users. — Use anti-tip devices and/or re-balance the 3.12 Anti-tip device wheelchair by moving the rearwheels ... -
Page 18: Anti-Tip Device And Ultra Low
Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual WARNING! 3.12.1 Anti-tip device and ultra low Risk of tipping An activated anti-tip device can catch when negotiating a step or an edge. — Always deactivate the anti-tip device before driving over a step or kerb. WARNING! Risk of overturning — Always advise the occupant if you deactivate the anti-tip devices. Standard anti-tip device with tipping-aid There is a label on the housing of the anti-tip device, this label Activating the anti-tip device shows when the anti- tip device is inactivated. When the anti- ... -
Page 19: Options
4 Options WARNING! Risk of tipping The balance of the wheelchair is affected when the 4.1 Comfort version backrest is reclined. — Invacare strongly recommend the use of anti-tip It is made up of a rigid shell A and a preformed foam cushion B devices (available as an option) for transit which is locked in place by hook and loop fasteners. The version with reclining backrest. backrest shell is removable to allow the folding of the wheelchair. 4.3 Dual Handrim DHR The comfort version is always delivered in passive rear wheel position for a better stability. The one arm-drive enables you to move the wheelchair with one hand, which means that two hand rims are installed on the WARNING! same wheel. You catch both handrims to propel the wheelchair Risk of injury forward or backwards; turn on the LH or RH side by gripping the — Never lift the wheelchair by the backrest shell. large or the small handrim only. The hand rims can either be placed in line with each CAUTION! other (internal position) or with the inner, smaller Risk of pinching hand rim outside the larger hand rim (external ... -
Page 20: One Arm Drive By Lever Oadl
Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual Removing and Installing the Rear Wheel The operator grips the drive motion lever which propels the wheelchair frontwards or backwards (reversing gear lever A, central position is the neutral gear) thanks to an in and out movement; steering is performed by simply turning the drive motion lever to the LH/RH side and braking by pulling the drive motion lever backwards. The OADL system is always delivered in passive rear wheel position for a better stability. The drive motion lever can be removed to facilitate transfer or to move next to a table. Loosen the handle lever B and pull up the drive motion lever. Reverse the procedure to reinstall. The manual brake is always located opposite to the control system. The removable and interchangeable rear wheels facilitate transport as well as change of the control side. CAUTION! Risk of of pinching or crushing WARNING! There may be a very small gap between the rear Risk of injury wheel and the transmissions links with the risk that ... -
Page 21: Headrest / Neckrest
4.6.2 Depth / angle adjustment 1. Hold the wheelchair by the push handles. 1. Loosen the handle D. 2. Press the tipper aid with your foot and hold the wheelchair 2. Loosen the screws C. in the tipped position until you have overcome the 3. Adjust the depth and angle of the headrest. obstacle. 4. Re-tighten the handle and the screws. 4.6 Headrest / Neckrest 4.7 Table tray WARNING! WARNING! Imbalance of the chair Risk of tipping / injury If the headrest or neckrest is mounted behind the – Max load on the table: 8 kg. backrest, it may affect the balance of the ... -
Page 22: Half Tray
Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual The table tray can be adjusted both in depth and width, the following sections will show the different possibilities. Adjusting the depth of the table tray 1. Check that the attachments for table tray are mounted on the armrests. If not, please contact your provider. 2. Open the safety lock for the depth adjustment A. 1. Place the locking pin A in the table attachment. 2. Press the locking pin A inwards to unlock the table B. Keep pressing the locking pin inwards in order to keep the table in an unlocked position. 3. Release the locking pin A to lock the position of the table 3. Adjust the table holders B forwards or backwards to 4.8 Half tray adjust to the required depth. WARNING! Risk of falling / injury —... -
Page 23: Adjusting The Half Tray
4.9 Hemiplegic armrest 1. Insert the tube of the half tray A into the attachment B under the arm pad. 1. Loosen the screw A. 2. Remove the original armrest B. 3. Mount the hemiplegic armrest C in the armrest pole. 4. Re-tighten the screw A. 2. Push on the push pin C and insert the ring D on the tube 3. Release the push pin C. 5. The hemiplegic armrest can be adjusted in angle. The 4.8.2 Adjusting the half tray resistance can be increased/decreased by adjusting the screw A. 1. Slide the half tray A forwards or backwards to adjust to the required depth. NOTICE! Risk of damage Damage on the armrest CAUTION! — Do not put pressure on the front of the armrest, Risk of discomfort —... -
Page 24: Posture Belt
Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual The lateral positioning pads can be adjusted in height WARNING! and sideways. Risk of serious injury during transport In a vehicle, the wheelchair occupant must be secured by a safety belt (3-point belt). A posture belt only is not sufficient restraint device. — You can use the posture belt as a complement, but not as a substitute to the 3-point safety belt, when transporting the wheelchair occupant in a vehicle. NOTICE! Risk of blocked wheels 1. Remove the backrest cushion A. — Make sure that the belts do not get caught in 2. Adjust the lateral positioning pads B in height and the spokes of a rear wheel. sideways to the required position with the hook surface of the backrest cover C. Closing and opening the posture belt 3. -
Page 25: Oxygen Cylinder Holder
WARNING! Risk of sliding below the belt – Thread the belt loop 2 times plastic in buckles as indicated to avoid the belt from loosening. 4.11 Oxygen cylinder holder WARNING! Risk of injury and/or damage to the product Installing the oxygen bolter in the holder — The installation of the O² holder must be carried out by a qualified technician. 1. Loosen the hook and loop strips A on the rear of the O² — After any adjustments, repair or service and holder by simply pulling on them. before use, make sure all attaching hardware is 2. Insert the O² cylinder B into its holder. tightened securely. -
Page 26: Passive Ilumination
Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual There are two types of pumps available: Low pressure <6 bars High pressure >6 bars Instruction for use printed on the packaging. 4.14 Passive ilumination You can attach reflectors to the rear wheels. 4.15 Cane holder WARNING! Risk of overturning – Ensure that the cane holder does not project beyond the external diameter of the rear wheel. 1. Place the cane in the holder B. 2. Fix the top of the cane to the backrest A. 1608637-I... -
Page 27: Setup
1. Fold the cables A inwards as shown on the picture. 5 Setup 2. Place the cables A outside of the lower chassis tubes B. 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 52. WARNING! – Check all parts for shipping damage before use. — In case of damage, do not use the device. Contact your Invacare provider for further instructions. WARNING! Risk of injury Poor brake effect — The cables need to be lined up properly in order to avoid poor brake effect. Your authorized provider will supply your wheelchair ready for use. Y our healthcare professional / clinician will explain the main functions and ensure that the wheelchair meets your needs and requirements. Some adjustments and settings such as footplate height or anti tip position should be checked before use. Adjustments and ... -
Page 28: Using The Wheelchair
Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual 6 Using the wheelchair WARNING! Risk of falling out of the wheelchair If the wheelchair is rapidly decelerated by an 6.1 Safety Information assistant pulling at the push handles, the occupant may fall out of the wheelchair. WARNING! — Always apply the posture belt if present. Risk of accidents — Make sure your assistant is qualified in Uneven tyre pressure can have a huge effect on transferring occupied wheelchairs. handling. — Operate the two brakes simultaneously and do —... -
Page 29: Move To/From The Wheelchair
Using the One Arm parking Brake Using the footbrake The wheelchair can be equipped with a one arm parking brake instead of the standard occupant parking brake. The one arm brake is operated in the same way as the standard 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 wheelchair. Braking with an assistant With an assistant operated brake (drum brake), an assistant can brake the wheelchair while it is moving. The assistant’s brake can also be used as a parking brake. 1. To engage the brake, push the brake lever A downwards as far as possible. 2. To disengage the brake, pull or push the brake lever B upwards. 6.3 Move to/from the wheelchair WARNING! Risk of overturning 1. To brake, pull the brake lever A on the push handle. There is a high risk of overturning during the 2. -
Page 30: Driving And Steering The Wheelchair
Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual 1. Propel the wheelchair as near as possible to the seat that 6.5 Negociating steps and kerbs you want to move to. 2. Engage the parking brakes. 3. Remove the armrests or move them upwards out of the WARNING! way. RISK OF OVERTURNING 4. Detach the leg rests or swing them outwards. When negotiating steps you could lose your balance 5. Place your feet on the ground. and tip the wheelchair over. — Always approach steps and kerbs slowly and 6. Hold the wheelchair and, if necessary, also hold a fixed carefully. object in the vicinity. — Do not go up or down steps that are higher 7. -
Page 31: Going Up And Down Stairs
2. The assistant should tilt the wheelchair using both push 6.7 Negotiating Ramps and Slopes handles so that the front wheels lift off the ground, then pull the rear wheels over the kerb until the front wheels can be placed back on the ground. WARNING! Risk due to wheelchair being out of control Going down a step without an assistant When negotiating slopes or gradients your wheelchair could tip backwards, forwards or sideways. — Always have an assistant behind the wheelchair when approaching long slopes. -
Page 32: Stability And Balance When Seated
6.8 Stability and balance when seated 1. Point the front wheels forwards. (To do this, move your wheelchair forwards slightly then back again.) WARNING! 2. Do not apply the parking brakes. Risk of tipping 3. When reaching backwards do not reach so far that you The hanging of additional load (back pack or similar have to change your sitting position. items) onto your wheelchair back support tubes can affect the rearward stability of your wheelchair. This can cause the chair to tip backwards causing injury. — Therefore, Invacare strongly recommend the use of anti-tip devices (available as an option) when using your back support tubes with additional load (back pack or similar items). Some everyday activities and actions require you to lean forwards, sideways or backwards out of the wheelchair. This has a major effect on the wheelchair’s stability. To keep your balance at all times, proceed as follows: Leaning forwards WARNING! Risk of falling out If you lean forwards out of the wheelchair you could fall out of it. -
Page 33: Transport
7 Transport CAUTION! Risk of getting fingers caught There is a risk of getting your fingers caught between the seat edge and the frame. 7.1 Safety Information — Never clasp the seat edge with your fingers. 1. Position the wheelchair next to you. WARNING! 2. Tilt the wheelchair, if possible, gently towards you. Risk of injury if the wheelchair is not properly 3. With your hand flat, press the seat edge closest to you, so secured that the seat surface flattens out. In the event of an accident, braking manoeuvre, etc. 4. Put the wheelchair back completely on the floor and check you may suffer serious injuries from flying that the seat edges on both sides are in the guide wheelchair parts. — Always remove the rear wheels when components. -
Page 34: Transporting The Manual Wheelchair Without Occupant
Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual 7.6 Transporting the Occupied Wheelchair Removing the rear wheels in a Vehicle 1. Release the brakes. 2. With one hand, hold the wheelchair upright. Even when the wheelchair is properly secured and the following 3. With the other, hold the wheel through the external spoke rules are met, injuries to passengers may occur in a collision or rim around the wheel hub. sudden stop. Therefore Invacare strongly recommends 4. Using your thumb, press the removable axle button A. transferring the wheelchair occupant to the vehicle seat with Keep it pressed and pull the wheel out of the adapter the 3-point passenger restraint system on. Do not make sleeve B. alterations or substitutions to points of the wheelchair Fitting the rear wheels (structure, frame or parts) without the written consent of Invacare Corporation. The wheelchair has been successfully ... - Page 35 Risk of injury 1. Attach the front straps above the castor supporters as The wheelchair can move forward / backward shown in the figure above (see location of the attachment uncontrollably by mistake. labels). — Never leave the user unattended when 2. Attach front straps to the rail system referring to best transporting the wheelchair up or down ramps practice recommended instructions from the 4-point or slopes. restraint system manufacturer. 3. Disengage parking brakes and apply tension front straps by Therefore Invacare strongly recommends transferring pulling the wheelchair backwards from the rear. the wheelchair occupant to the vehicle with the 4. Re-engage parking brakes. posture belt on. Rear side tie-down positions for snap hooks: NOTICE! — Refer to the user manuals supplied with the restraint systems. — The following illustrations may differ depending on the restraint system supplier. The choice of wheelchair configuration (seat width and depth, wheelbase) influences maneuverability and ...
- Page 36 NOTICE! The illustration above may differ depending on the restraint system supplier. WARNING! — Ensure the 3-point passenger restraint system fits as tightly across the occupant's body as possible without discomfort and no part is twisted. — Ensure the 3-point passenger restraint system is not held away from the occupant's body by The image shows an incorrect placement of parts of the wheelchair such as armrests or three-point belkt restraint. wheels etc. — Ensure the occupant restraint has a clear path 2. The belt restraint must not be held away from the user´s from the occupant to the anchor point without body by parts of the wheelchair such as armrests or interference by any part of the vehicle, wheels etc. wheelchair, seating or accessory. 3. If the vehicle is equipped with a head restraint and the — Ensure the lap belt fits snugly over the wheelchair with the head/neck support, then assess with a occupant’s pelvis and is not allowed to ride up clinician which one should be used. into the abdominal area. — Ensure the user is able to reach the release The Invacare head and neck supports are not restraint mechanism unaided. devices. Nevertheless, they have been crash tested to verify their attachment points. 1608637-I...
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Page 37: Maintenance
8.1 Safety Information removable axle is seated correctly. The wheel should not come off. WARNING! 2. If the rear wheels are not engaged properly, remove any Some materials deteriorate naturally over time. This dirt or deposits. If the problem persists, have the could result in damage to wheelchair components. removable axles re-fitted by a qualified technician. — Your wheelchair should be checked by a qualified technician at least once a year or if it Check posture belt has not been used for a long period. 1. Check that the posture belt is adjusted correctly. Invacare expects that the qualified technician is NOTICE! familiar with the product, with good technical — Loose posture belts must be adjusted by an knowledge to understand and follow the steps of the authorized clinician. described instructions in this manual, and equipped — Damaged posture belts must be replaced by a with proper tools. qualified technician. Packaging for return The wheelchair shall be sent to the authorized Check the folding mechanism provider in an appropriate packaging to avoid damage ... -
Page 38: Cleaning And Disinfection
— regularly while in use, check all the way round to ensure that the inner tube is — before and after any service procedure, not trapped between the tyre and the rim. — when it has been in contact with any body 8. Inflate the tyre to the maximum operating pressure. Check fluids, that no air is escaping from the tyre. — before using it for a new occupant. Spare parts 8.3.3 Cleaning Invacare strongly recommends using spare parts supplied by invacare for the maintenance of the NOTICE! products. Dirt, sand and seawater can damage the bearings and steel parts can rust if the surface is damaged. 8.3 Cleaning and disinfection — Only expose the wheelchair to sand and seawater for short periods and clean it after 8.3.1 General Safety Information every trip to the beach. — If the wheelchair is dirty, wipe off the dirt as CAUTION! soon as possible with a damp cloth and dry it ... -
Page 39: Cleaning The O2 Holder
1. Wipe down all generally accessible surfaces with a soft If possible, always overlap hook and loop strips (the self-gripping parts) when washing, to minimize lint and cloth and ordinary household disinfectant. 2. Allow the product to air-dry. thread build-up on hook strips and prevent damage to upholstery fabric by these. 8.3.4 Cleaning the O2 holder WARNING! Risk of damage to the O2 cylinder Injury or damage may occur if cleaning agents come in contact with the O2 regulator. – The occupant and O2 cylinder MUST be out of the wheelchair when cleaning the O2 holder. 8.3.5 Washing 1. Remove all loose and removable covers and wash them in a washing machine according to the washing instructions for each cover. 2. Remove all padded parts such as seat cushions, armrests, headrest or neckrest with fixed padded parts, calf pads and so on and clean them separately. The padded parts can not be cleaned with a high- pressure cleaner or water jet. 3. Spray the wheelchair chassis with detergent, for example a car-cleaning agent with wax, and leave on to work. -
Page 40: Troubleshooting
Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual 9 Troubleshooting Incorrect tyre pressure Correct tyre pressure, → 11.3 The brakes are 9.1 Safety Information in one or Tyres, page 62 gripping poorly both rear Faults may arise as a result of daily use, adjustments or or tyres changing demands on the wheelchair. The table below shows asymmetrically Brake setting Correct the brake setting, → how to identify and repair faults. Some of the actions listed must be carried out by a qualified technician. These are incorrect qualified technician indicated. We recommend that all adjustments are carried out Tyre by a qualified technician. pressure in Correct tyre pressure, → 11.3 rear tyres is Tyres, page 62 CAUTION! Rolling ... -
Page 41: After Use
10 After use 10.1 Storage NOTICE! Risk of damage to the product — Do not store the product near heat sources. — Never store other items on top of the wheelchair. — Store the wheelchair indoors in a dry environment. — Refer to temperature limitation in chapter 11 Technical Data, page 60 After long-term storage (more than four months) the wheelchair must be inspected in accordance to chapter 8 Maintenance, page 52. 10.2 Disposal Be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your recycling facility at its end of life. Disassemble the product and its components, so the different materials can be separated and recycled individually. The disposal and recycling of used products and packaging must comply with the laws and regulations for waste handling in each country. Contact your local waste management company for information. 10.3 Reconditioning This product is suitable for reuse. To recondition the product for a new occupant, carry out the following actions: Inspection Cleaning and disinfection Adaptation to the new operators (occupant and assistant) -
Page 42: Technical Data
Action 4 NG | Spirea 4 NG User manual 11 Technical data Downhill: 0° – 21° Static stability Uphill: 0° – 7° 11.1 Dimensions and weight Sideways: 0° – 18,5° Seat plane angle 0° – 8° C Effective seat depth 360 – 530 mm 385 – 620 mm, in increments D Effective seat width of 25 mm Seat surface height at 365 – 515 mm, in increments front edge of 25 mm Seat surface height at rear 365 – 515 mm, in increments edge of 25 mm Range: –6° / +30°, All dimension and weight specifications refer to a wide range of Fixed: 90°, the wheelchair in a standard configuration. Dimension and ... -
Page 43: Maximum Weight Of Removable Parts
11.2 Maximum Weight of Removable Parts 11.4 Materials Maximum Frame/backrest tubes Aluminum, Steel Part weight: Foam PUR, Fabric Nylon Upholstery (seat and backrest) Leg rest angle adjustable with calf pad and and Polyester 3,2 kg footrest Push handles Armrest 2,0 kg Plastic parts like brake handles, Thermoplastic (e.g. PA, PP, Rear wheel 600 mm (24”) solid with handrim clothes guards, foot plates, 2,5 kg ABS and PUR) according to and spoke guard armpads and parts of most marking on the parts options Headrest / Neckrest / Cheek support 1,4 kg Folding mechanism / vertical Trunk support 0,8 kg brace / clamping parts / castor Aluminum, Steel Backrest cushion 2,0 kg forks Seat cushion... - Page 44 New Zealand: Asia: Invacare New Zealand Ltd Invacare Asia Ltd. 4 Westfield Place, Mt Wellington Unit 18/12 Stanton Road, 1060 Seven Hills, NSW 2147 New Zealand Australia Phone: 0800 468 222 Phone: (61) (02) 8839 5333 Fax: 0800 807 788 Fax: (61) (02) 8839 5343 sales@invacare.co.nz asiasales@invacare.com Invacare France Operations SAS Invacare UK Operations Limited Route de St Roch Unit 4, Pencoed Technology Park, F-37230 Fondettes Pencoed France Bridgend CF35 5AQ 1608637-I 18-02-2025 *1608637I* Making Life’s Experiences Possible®...
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