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Invacare Apollo Maintenance And Parts Manual

Invacare Apollo Maintenance And Parts Manual

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  • Page 1 Invacare Apollo MkII Indoor/Outdoor and MkIV Indoor Maintenance and Spares Parts Manual...
  • Page 2 Apollo LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY Page 1.2 02/02...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Contents Page Chapter 1 Introduction Introduction ........... .1.7 Policy .
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  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Chapter 1 Introduction Page 1.5 02/02...
  • Page 6 Apollo Figure 1.0 Apollo Indoor Wheelchair General Arrangement Page 1.6 02/02...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Introduction This manual provides basic details to enable the Apollo range of wheelchairs to be maintained. It is not intended to be a comprehensive maintenance guide/policy, but is intended for use by competent personnel to enable the chair to be adequately maintained.
  • Page 8 Apollo Figure 1.1 Apollo Outdoor Wheelchair General Arrangement Page 1.8 02/02...

  • Page 9: Policy

    Repairs to ANY component other than those detailed in Chapter 2 are not covered. Repairs to ANY metal work is not generally permitted without express permission of INVACARE Ltd. ALL fasteners i.e. bolts, Nyloc nuts, and any fastener showing damage MUST be renewed.
  • Page 10 Apollo LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY Page 1.10 02/02...

  • Page 11: Chapter 2 Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Chapter 2 Maintenance Page 2.1 02/02...
  • Page 12 Apollo Battery assembly Footplate assembly Backrest canvas Castor assembly Armrest assembly Swinging bracket assembly Rear wheel and motor assembly Seat canvas Brake assembly Controller Figure 2.0.1 General Arrangement Apollo Indoor Wheelchair Page 2.2 02/02...

  • Page 13: Scope

    For certain orders the following should also be quoted: Serial or batch number End user For any ordering or spares procurement, contact INVACARE Ltd., (refer to address in Chapter 1) quoting the details in paragraphs 5 and 6. Inspection In general, a weekly visual check will meet all the inspection requirements.
  • Page 14 Apollo Battery assembly Footplate assembly Backrest canvas Castor assembly Armrest assembly Swinging bracket assembly Rear wheel and motor assembly Seat canvas Brake assembly Controller Kerb climber Figure 2.0.2 General Arrangement Apollo Outdoor Wheelchair Page 2.4 02/02...

  • Page 15: Tools

    Check the finish of the chair for any damage. Note: Some finishes are unique to the chair. Check with INVACARE Ltd for details. Check that all bungs and handgrips are fitted and undamaged. Before reassembly of any components, the following examination should be carried out: 12.1...
  • Page 16 Apollo Backrest canvas Plunger knob Plug Pozidriv head screw Push handle assembly Cup washer Hex head pivot bolt Handwheel Plunger Pram handle Figure 2.1.1 Folding Backrest Assembly (Apollo Indoor/Outdoor) Page 2.6 02/02...
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE 2.1 Removing And Replacing The Backrest Canvas And/Or Push Handles and Pram Handle if Fitted General Check the backrest canvas (refer to Fig 2.1.1 ) and push handles for any defects, (refer to paragraphs 4 and 5). If any defects are observed then refer to paragraphs 6 to 7 for maintenance details and to Chapter 3 for parts information.
  • Page 18 Apollo Backrest canvas Plunger knob Plug Pozidriv head screw Push handle assembly Cup washer Hex head pivot bolt Handwheel Plunger Pram handle Figure 2.1.1 Folding Backrest Assembly (Apollo Indoor/Outdoor) Page 2.8 02/02...
  • Page 19 MAINTENANCE Replacing the backrest canvas and/or push handles To replace the backrest canvas (refer to Fig 2.1.1) is the reverse of the removal, however ensure the following: New Nyloc nuts are fitted. The securing points are undamaged. New washers are fitted as required. That the backrest canvas is stretched evenly and is taut.
  • Page 20 Apollo Sealing plug Armrest panel Armrest pad Armrest frame Pozidriv head screw Figure 2.2.1 Armrest Assembly - Apollo Indoor/Outdoor Page 2.10 02/02...

  • Page 21: Removing And Replacing An Armrest Assembly

    MAINTENANCE 2.2 Removing And Replacing An Armrest Assembly General Note: The armrest assembly comprises the following: The armrest pad (2), panel (4) and frame (5). Check the armrest pad (2) and frame (5) for any defects (refer to paragraph 4). If any defects are observed then refer to paragraphs 5 to 7 for maintenance details and to Chapter 3 for parts information.
  • Page 22 Apollo Controller (Dynamic) Beau connector Controller (Penny & Giles) Slotted set screw Figure 2.2.2 Armrest Assembly with controller Page 2.12 02/02...
  • Page 23 MAINTENANCE Removing an Armrest Panel (4). 10.1 Armrest panel is riveted to the armrest frame. Drill out the four "Briv" rivets using a 1/8" drill, ensuring not to enlarge the holes. Replacing Armrest Components To replace the Armrest assembly or any of the components of the Armrest assembly is the reverse of the removal;...
  • Page 24 Apollo Motor Bolt Wheel Motor MTG plate Circlip Connector Drive coupling Thrust washer Spring Mounting tube Steel shim washer Spring button Circlip Anti tipping lever Not used Figure 2.3 Rear Wheel Assembly (Apollo Indoor) Page 2.14 02/02...
  • Page 25 MAINTENANCE 2.3 Removing And Replacing Rear Wheel Assemblies General The Apollo range of wheelchairs can be fitted with the following wheel types: A 12 1/2 inch diameter wheel (Outdoor) A 8 inch diameter wheel (Indoor). Check the wheel assembly for any defects (refer to paragraph 5). If any defects are observed then refer to paragraphs 6 to 11 for maintenance details and to Chapter 3 for parts.
  • Page 26 Apollo Motor Bolt Drive wheel Motor bracket Connector Drive coupling Motor shaft spacer Compresion spring Mounting tube Washer Spring button Slotted set screw Anti tipping lever Plastic hub cap Figure 2.3.1 Rear Wheel Assembly (Apollo Outdoor) Page 2.16 02/02...
  • Page 27 MAINTENANCE Removing Rear Wheel (Indoor) To remove a drive wheel (refer to Fig 2.3) proceed as follows: Raise and support the chair so that the wheel is free of the ground. Using circlip pliers carefully remove circlip (7). Be carefull not to lose washer (6) and spring (5). Remove washer (6), spring (5) and drive coupling (4) from the wheel assembly.

  • Page 28: Motor Assembly

    The motors can be supplied with suppression to make EMC compliance easier. The unit has been designed to give a maximum noise level (off load) of 60-62 dBA when measured at 12" or 30cms from all surfaces. Specifications Apollo Indoor Weight of unit Geared Motor Part No.:...
  • Page 29 MAINTENANCE Specifications Apollo Outdoor Weight of unit 4.5kg Geared Motor Part No.: 452-75-096-G30-30C/D Drawing No.: 45275/096 Motor type: Permanent magnet Frame size: M45275 Motor voltage: 24 volts Bearings: Single row ball bearings Holding brake torque: 1.5Nm Holding brake voltage: Watts output:...
  • Page 30 Apollo Indoor brake Outdoor brake Figure 2.4 Brake Assemblies Page 2.20 02/02...

  • Page 31: Removing And Replacing A Brake Assembly

    MAINTENANCE 2.4 Removing And Replacing A Brake Assembly General Note: The brake assembly is handed, ensure that if both assemblies are removed that the correct assembly is fitted to the correct side. Check the brake assembly for any defects (refer to paragraph 4). If any defects are observed then refer to paragraphs 5 to 6 for maintenance details and to Chapter 3 for parts information.
  • Page 32 Apollo Figure 2.5 Castor Wheel Assembly Page 2.22 02/02...

  • Page 33: Removing And Replacing A Castor Wheel Assembly

    MAINTENANCE 2.5 Removing And Replacing A Castor Wheel Assembly General Check the castor wheel assembly for any defects (refer to paragraph 4). If any defects are observed then refer to paragraphs 5 to 8 for maintenance details and to Chapter 3 for parts information. It is not intended that any other part is maintainable.
  • Page 34 Apollo Latch plate Stem tube Footplate assembly Heel loop assembly Figure 2.6 Swinging/detachable Footrest Assembly Page 2.24 02/02...

  • Page 35: Removing And Replacing An Adjustable Footrest Assembly

    MAINTENANCE 2.6 Removing And Replacing An Adjustable Footrest Assembly General Check the adjustable footrest assembly for any defects (refer to paragraph 3). If any defects are observed then refer to paragraphs 5 to 9 for maintenance details and to Chapter 3 for parts information. Tools Refer to the tool list at the beginning of this Chapter.
  • Page 36 Apollo Side frame Reinforcing strip Armrest locking plunger Armrest locking spring Plastic cap Armrest cam assembly Starlock washer Seat canvas peg Cup washer Pozidriv screw Seat canvas Figure 2.7 Seat Canvas and Frame Assembly Page 2.26 02/02...

  • Page 37: Removing And Replacing Seat Canvas

    MAINTENANCE 2.7 Removing And Replacing Seat Canvas General Check the seat canvas (11) for any defects (refer to paragraph 3). If any defects are observed then refer to paragraphs 5 to 6 for maintenance details and to Chapter 3 for parts information. Tools Refer to the tool list at the beginning of this Chapter.
  • Page 38 Apollo Bolt Location pin Mounting bracket Kerb climber assembly Nuts Screw Spacers Figure 2.8 Kerb Climber Assembly Page 2.28 02/02...

  • Page 39: Kerb Climber Assembly

    MAINTENANCE 2.8 Kerb Climber Assembly General Check the condition of the kerb climber for any defects (refer to paragraph 3). If any defects are observed then refer to paragraphs 4 to 5 for maintenance details and to Chapter 3 for parts information. Tools Refer to the tool list at the beginning of this Chapter.
  • Page 40 Apollo Control box Clamp strip Boxes with circuit breakers Battery box carrier frame Wiring loom Battery strap Gel battery Boxes with circuit breakers Boxes without circuit breakers Handwheel Figure 2.9 Batteries Page 2.30 02/02...
  • Page 41 MAINTENANCE 2.9 Batteries General Check the condition of the batteries and the associated wiring for any defects (refer to paragraph 3). If any defects are observed then refer to paragraphs 4 to 5 for maintenance details and to Chapter 3 for parts information.
  • Page 42 Apollo Twenty things that can affect the life and running time of your DRYFIT battery when used with small electric vehicles. Low pneumatic tyre pressures. Heavy loads. Hills. Muddy ground. Very cold weather. Very warm weather. Insufficient recharge time. Use of a wrong charger.
  • Page 43 MAINTENANCE Do not allow tools or metal objects to short out the battery terminals. Never allow naked flames or matches to be used in the vicinity of any battery. Do not use different size or different type batteries together with the same equipment. Never attempt to lift batteries by their terminals or connectors.
  • Page 44 Apollo HOW TO LOOK AFTER YOUR GEL BATTERY AND CHARGER Read these instructions very carefully before carrying out any battery maintenance or charging. They have been produced to help you get the best performance from your equipment. WARNING NEVER SMOKE OR USE NAKED FLAMES NEAR THE BATTERY. THE GASES THAT CAN BE GIVEN OFF ARE EXPLOSIVE.
  • Page 45 MAINTENANCE Indicators: Four coloured lights on the front panel provide charging status indication, as shown below; COLOUR STATE OF CHARGE Yellow Mains On Green Bulk Charging Yellow 90% Charged Charge Complete OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Connect the charger output lead to the battery. If the output lead is fitted with a plug, this is simply plugged into the matching socket on the battery installation.
  • Page 46 Apollo WARNINGS For indoor use only - do not expose to rain or spray. Do not smoke or expose naked flames near to the battery. Do not obstruct the ventilation slots by, for example, covering the charger with clothing or bedding, or placing the charger on deep pile carpets or soft furnishings.
  • Page 47 MAINTENANCE 2.10 CONTROLLER INFORMATION (Dynamic) Diagnostics Diagnostic information is provided to enable a fault in the system to be identified and localised to a major com- ponent; e.g. motor. The following system diagnostics are provided: Flash code sequence Low battery voltage fault. "__"__"__ High battery voltage fault.
  • Page 48 Apollo Troubleshooting Guide The following is a check list to assist with diagnosing an electrical fault on a wheelchair. If after consulting the check list the problem persists then an authorised service agent should be contacted. PROBLEM CHECK/ACTION 0. The On status indicator/Bat- 1.
  • Page 49 MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Guide (continued) PROBLEM CHECK/ACTION 1. Check the motor/solenoid brake connectors are securely plugged in. 5. Left or right park brake (or connection) fault 2. Check the contacts in the connectors for corrosion or damage. 3. Check the park brakes. If the resistance is less than 20 ohms or more than 100 ohms the solenoid brake is probably faulty.
  • Page 50 Apollo 2.11 CONTROLLER INFORMATION (Penny & Giles) Diagnostics This section is only applicable if you have a PILOT controller fitted with a TrueCharge display. The diagram below shows you how to read the TrueCharge display in the event of a fault.
  • Page 51 MAINTENANCE Possible joystick fault This occurs when the controller detects a fault in the joystick or the connections to it. The course of action will differ depending on whether you have an integral (joystick in main box) or remote (separate joystick module) system.

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