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Invacare Apollo Indoor Mk.IV User Manual

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Apollo Indoor Mk.IV
User Guide
INVACARE®INTERNATIONAL:
Belgium & Luxemburg: Autobaan 14 · B-8210 Loppem
Danmark: Sdr. Ringvej 39 · DK-2605 Brøndby
Deutschland, Österreich, Switzerland & East Europe: Dehmer Straße 66 · D-32549 Bad Oeynhausen
España: c/ Areny · s/n Polígon Industrial de Celrà · E-17460 Celrà (Girona)
France: Les Roches · F-37230 Fondettes
Italia: Via dei Pini 62 · I-36016 Thiene (VI)
Nederland: Celsiusstraat 46 · NL-6716 BZ Ede
Norge: Grensesvingen 9 · N-0603 Oslo
Portugal: Rua Senhora de Campanhã 105 · P-4369-001 Porto
Sverige & Suomi: Fagerstagatan 9 · P.O. Box 66 · S-163 91 Spånga
United Kingdom & Eire: South Road · Bridgend Industrial Estate · Bridgend CF31 3PY · UK

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  • Page 1 Invacare Apollo Indoor Mk.IV User Guide INVACARE®INTERNATIONAL: Belgium & Luxemburg: Autobaan 14 · B-8210 Loppem Danmark: Sdr. Ringvej 39 · DK-2605 Brøndby Deutschland, Österreich, Switzerland & East Europe: Dehmer Straße 66 · D-32549 Bad Oeynhausen España: c/ Areny · s/n Polígon Industrial de Celrà · E-17460 Celrà (Girona) France: Les Roches ·...
  • Page 2 If this is the case, Invacare recommend that the user must ensure that ant-tippers are fitted at all times. Invacare will not accept any liability from any claims that may arise as a result of the chair being used in an outdoor environment.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Transferring to and from your Powerchair ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL CARE Tyres Control Box and Power Module Cleaning Batteries & Battery Charging Batteries When to Charge Charging Procedure PERIODIC MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING TRANSPORTATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION WARRANTY HOW TO CONTACT INVACARE Back Cover...

  • Page 4: Your Legal And General Responsibilities

    In this way you buy yourself not only protection against possible costs, but also peace of mind. You are also responsible to ensure your Apollo Indoor Mk.IV is in a ‘good working order’ at all times.

  • Page 5: Standard Features

    STANDARD FEATURES A number of standard features are available on the Apollo Wheelchair. These include: Automatic fail-safe brakes Folding for storage Folding backrest Detachable armrests Adjustable/Detachable footrests Automatic fail-safe brakes The brakes activate automatically when the chair is stationary and power is on. Parking brakes are hand operated.

  • Page 6: Adjustable/Detachable Footrest

    Adjustable/Detachable footrest To adjust the seat to footrest height - release the locking bolt with the spanner, set the correct height then re-tighten the bolt. The footplates - can be flipped up from a horizontal position to vertical to allow feet access to the ground.

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions/Safe Operation

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS/SAFE OPERATION IMPORTANT WARNING The day-to-day activities and the more advanced Powerchair techniques depend, on your physical capabilities and your own specific circumstances. Our recommendations may occasionally differ from those of your Therapeutic Adviser or Physician, as they have a better understanding of your abilities. Where this is the case, you MUST FOLLOW THEIR advice, they are better placed to tell you what is suitable for you and what is not.

  • Page 8: Some Useful Tips

    Try to get the “feel” of the Powerchair controls in a safe, level environment. If you are not satisfied with the response of the joystick (or whatever control devices fitted), contact INVACARE’S Recommended Service Centre and they will be able to re-programme the controller to your individual needs.

  • Page 9: Negotiating Gradients/Slopes

    Cradle, Joystick Control Box and the connection of the Wiring Harness will have been carried out by your INVACARE supplier/dealer prior to delivery/collection, if you experience difficulties during assembly, DO NOT hesitate to contact your dealer who will be pleased to assist you.

  • Page 10: Folding/Dismantling

    Take care when lifting Batteries. Fig 4a To avoid injury be sure to adopt the correct lifting posture, ask for assistance if required. Lift both batteries into the battery carrier with the connecting leads towards the rear of the chair and push the batteries together into the centre of the carrier as in Fig 4b.

  • Page 11: Footplate Height/Angle

    Footplate Height/Angle As tools are required, adjustments to suit your needs should only be made by your INVACARE supplier/dealer prior to delivery/collection. If adjustments are required at a later date contact your dealer who would be pleased to assist you.

  • Page 12: Driving Practice

    There are procedures which demand more expertise, we therefore strongly advise you to have your Powerchair inspected and serviced by your local INVACARE supplier/dealer at least once a year. It will save you money in the long term, because certain minor irregularities or faults that are detected at an early stage before they develop into some major and more costly repairs.

  • Page 13: Cleaning

    Once a month check the various connections on the underside of the power module to verify that they are in place and tight. Damaged or corroded connectors or terminals, as well as damaged cables should be replaced immediately. IMPORTANT All Cables of the control system have special-type connectors which fit into their respective sockets in the power module.

  • Page 14: When To Charge

    For replacement batteries contact your local INVACARE supplier/dealer in order to ensure that the new batteries are of the correct type and specification and are correctly installed and connected. When To Charge Keep an eye on the battery charge indicator on the joystick box at full charge all ten lights will be on (from right to left: green, amber, red).

  • Page 15: Periodic Maintenance

    Batteries have been fully charged before use of the chair. Supporting brackets and fasteners are tight. Take your Powerchair to your local INVACARE supplier/dealer once a year for a periodic checkup and maintenance. Regular checkups will identify damaged and worn components and promote better and...

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    For further details refer to Joystick Box Operating Manual supplied with your Joystick. TRANSPORTATION INVACARE always advises that a Powerchair secured in a vehicle will not provide the equivalent safety level and security as bespoke seating systems and recommends transfer to the vehicle seating, but also recognises that it is not always practical for the user to be transferred.
  • Page 17 Shown for illustration purposes only - Apollo Indoor Mk.IV Powerchair not shown The Tie-Downs should be secured, as close as possible, at an angle of 45° to ensure maximum effectiveness of the restraint in all directions. If your Powerchair has a headrest it should always be used during transportation, if not ask the transporter if a universal headrest is available that will fit onto your Powerchair.

  • Page 18: Technical Specification

    Finish Stove enamel paint in black or red Upholstery Flame retardant Black Nylon Dependent on User Weight, condition of Batteries and the Terrain on which the Powerchair is being used. INVACARE reserve the right to alter specifications without prior notice.

  • Page 19: Warranty

    All freight costs will be paid by INVACARE providing the product is in the UK, and reported to the After Sales department. If Invacare cannot accept the warranty claim, freight and administration costs will be charged.
  • Page 20 Abrasions/Rips/Cuts. Motor brushes are wear items and will not be replaced. For questions or support, please contact your authorised INVACARE Dealer. He has the necessary know-how and equipment plus the special knowledge concerning your wheelchair which enables him to offer you all-round satisfactory service.

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