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  • Page 1 Action 2000 I n v a c a r e ® ® Yes, you can. User guide I S O 9 0 0 1...
  • Page 2 Invacare. As the European and world leader manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavours to supply a wide range of wheelchairs to meet all the needs of the user in everyday life. However, final selection of the wheelchair rests solely with the user and his/her qualified health advisor.
  • Page 3 Introduction Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing an Invacare wheelchair. This model was designed to provide you with all the benefits and features to meet your needs. Only quality components were selected for your wheelchair based upon rigorous inspections during the entire manufac- turing process.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS B. DESCRIPTION OF YOUR CHAIR A. GENERAL GUIDELINES Page 1. General Page 1.1. Introduction 1. Safety and operating limits 1.2. General description 1.1. Reaching an object from the chair 2. Adjustments 1.2. Transferring to other lateral seats 2.1.

  • Page 5: Reaching An Object From The Chair

    - Weight Limit A. GENERAL GUIDELINES The maximum recommended weight of the user is 120 kg. However, the level of activity is an essential factor. 1. Safety and operating limits For example, an active user who weighs 75 kg may subject For a safe operation of your wheelchair, the following para- the wheelchair to more stress than that of a user who weighs meters should be observed :...
  • Page 6 1.1.2 Leaning backward 1.1.1 Leaning forward Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object Do not extend your chest over the armrest (figure 4). so that you can simply pick it up by stretching your arm In order to reach an object in front of you, you must lean and while sitting in the chair in a normal position.
  • Page 7 1.2 Sideways transferring to other seats body towards the place where you want to sit while distributing your weight to the arms and hands (figure 9). This may be done without assistance provided that you are sufficiently mobile and have a strong enough torso. Warning : - Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the seat - Position yourself as close as possible to the place where...

  • Page 8: Tilting

    1.4 Tilting, Kerbs 1.3 Tilting (balancing on the rear wheels) To get on the pavement : For greater safety, this operation must be performed by an - Method 1 (figure 11) attendant.The attendant should be aware of the required The attendant positions the wheelchair in front of the physical effort and use appropriate positioning in order to pavement facing forward.

  • Page 9: Stairs

    The wheelchair must not be lowered until the last step has To get off the pavement : been passed and the chair is clear of the stairs. The attendant positions the wheelchair facing forward on the pavement and tilts it backwards until it is balanced, then To descend stairways : he/she pushes the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels Same operation as above, however, in reverse order.

  • Page 10: 2. Operating Instructions

    Upward slopes (figure 15) : 2. Operating instructions Lean the upper body forward and move the wheelchair 2.1 Unfolding and Folding the wheelchair forward with short quick pushes on the hand rims to main- tain speed and direction control. If you want to rest, apply 2.1.1 Unfolding the wheelchair (figure 18) : both brakes when stopping.
  • Page 11 2.2 Wheelchair propulsion 2.1.2 Folding the chair (figures 19 and 20) : Wheelchair propulsion is provided by the handrims moun- - Fold and lock the footrest/legrest toward the front of the ted on the wheels. The handrims can be adjusted based wheelchair.

  • Page 12: General

    3. Safety inspection and maintenance 3.2 General inspection Your distributor, who has the required technical expertise, is 3.1 Performance control responsible for any wheelchair repairs. We recommend that you take the wheelchair to your As the user, you will be the first to notice the possible retailer at least once a year for a complete inspection.

  • Page 13: Transportation

    4.Transportation Make sure that the wheels are parallel to the frame. Transport of wheelchairs in vehicles i. Handrims The Invacare® Action 2000 has been tested for safety in Check for rough patches. collisions according to ISO-7176-19:2001, Invacare® Action j. Spokes...
  • Page 14 • Alterations or substitutions are not to be made to points of the wheelchair or to structural and frame parts without the Chassis : Height 46 cm written consent of Invacare Backrest : Fixed ® • A wheelchair-anchored posture belt must be fitted across...
  • Page 15 injury to vehicle occupants still might occur in the event of a collision or other accidents and no guarantee is given in this respect. Correct and incorrect placements of safety belt (picture 21). 4.3 Restraint systems (picture 22) * Non contractual picture, only for information ! Please refer to best practice recommended instructions from the safety belt manufacturer.

  • Page 16: Warranty

    This is to certify that your manual wheelchair is warranted by optimal safety Invacare for a period of 2 years for the frame and crossbars, all others parts one year, subject to the following conditions : - Maximum user’s recommended weight : 120 kg.

  • Page 17: Introduction

    Important: based upon the selected model or options, your new Action 2000 wheelchair may be equipped with all of The footrest consists of an adjustable tube and the ...

  • Page 18: Adjustments

    Rear wheel Swing away support legrest  Invacare provides a wide range of seat cushions adapted to your needs. Please contact your dealer. Rear wheel axle Adjustable footrest tube Handrim...

  • Page 19: Backrest Type

    2.1.2 Type of backrests - Reclining backrest 0° - 30° - 45 cm backrest height. (photo 4 and 5) - Fixed backrests : Angle can be adjusted very easily which provides a comfortable • Fixed backrest of 10°; those one 40 cm backrest height do rest position : not require adjustments, it's can be equipped with padded backrest.

  • Page 20: Hangers & Footplates

    Avoid operating rods (A) during a sideways transfer, for exam- 2.1.4 Footrest supports ple, in order to prevent destabilising the user’s position ! - Standard footrest supports (photo 7A & 7B) they swing To ensure safety for the user, when backrest is reclined, we away during transfers and can be removed during transport.
  • Page 21 2.1.5 Armrests - Footrests (photo 8) : the footplate can be lifted during transfers footrests are height adjustable and it's equipped with This range of armrests can be swung away to facilitate a fixed footplate. Loosen the bolt (A) to adjust to the desired transfers and disassembling during transport.

  • Page 22: Side Frame

    2.2 Frame 2.3 Rear wheels 2.2.1 Sides 2.3.1 Wheels The sides or side frames are designed to accommodate the The 24" (610 mm) rear wheels are spoked or composite steering tubes for the castors and multiple adjustment wheel wheels. They can be delivered with pneumatic or solid tyre. mounting for rear wheels.

  • Page 23: Handrims

    To reduce clearance as much as possible (photo 12), remove  Pneumatic tyres wear out. In addition, the roughness of the the axle and adjust the nut using a 19 mm key ; then block the ground surface and driving have an impact on their longevity. axle with an 11mm open-end key.

  • Page 24: Castors

    2.5 Brakes 2.4 Castors 2.5.1 Manual brakes 2.4.1 Wheels The manual brakes (photo 13) are designed to secure the The front wheels are available in 8" (200mm) diameter and wheelchair during long stops. They are not intended to slow down the wheelchair or to be used as support during a in two widths, 1 3/8"...

  • Page 25: Hub Brakes

    2.5.2 Hub brakes (Photo 14 & 15) 2.6. Options 2.6.1 Seating options Besides the functions provided by manual brakes, the hub brakes provide the slow down (for example, on a slope) and - Back brace (photo 16) : it provides tension to the backrest improved safety because they are still efficient when you have upholstery and provides the attendant better ergonomics a flat tyre !

  • Page 26: Propulsion Options

    2.6.2 Propulsion options 2.6.3 Safety equipment - Posture belt - Transit version (photo 17A & 17B) : the wheelchair is desi- Velcro fastener : position the two Velcro strips one over the gned to be driven only by the attendant. To facilitate sideways other based upon the user’s build.

  • Page 27: Standard Wheelchair Specifications

    8" (200 mm) solid tyre After sale and disposal recommendations Parking brake : Manual brake with indexed brake shoe • It is compulsary to use original Invacare spare parts which ® Backrest : Fixed, folding reclining you can buy through any Invacare dealer.

  • Page 28: Dimensions

    3.3. Dimensions ������� ������� ������� ����������� ������� ����������� ����� ����� ������� Min/Max Min/Max ������������� �������� Picture Description Picture Description value value ������ ������ Backrest ����� ����� height Seat effective 380/480 including width (mm) ������� headrest ���������� ���� (mm) ������� ����� �����������...
  • Page 32 Invacare France Opérations SAS ® Route de Saint Roch Yes, you can. 37230 FONDETTES ® Invacare n.v. Autobaan 14 8210 Loppem (Brugge) Belgium ( +32 (50) 831010 Fax +32 (50) 831011 ® Invacare Sdr. Ringvej 39 2605 Brøndby Danmark ((kundeservice) +45 - (0) 3690 0000 Fax (kundeservice) +45 - (0) 3690 0001 ®...

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