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  • Page 1 Yes, You Can.® Invacare® Mirage Electric wheelchair Operating manual...
  • Page 2 How can you get in touch with Invacare®? If you have any questions or need support, please contact your authorised Invacare® Dealer, who has the necessary know-how and equipment plus the special knowledge concerning your Invacare® product, and can offer you all-round satisfactory service. Should you wish to contact Invacare® directly, you can reach us in Europe at the following addresses and phone numbers.
  • Page 3 +44 (0)1656 776 220 Pencoed uk@invacare.com Bridgend CF35 5HZ eire@invacare.com United Kingdom WWW: www.invacare.co.uk Invacare Mecc San s.r.l. +39 0445 38 00 59 Via Dei Pini, 62 Fax: +39 0445 38 00 34 I - 36016 Thiene (VI) italia@invacare.com ITALIA WWW: www.invacare.it...
  • Page 4 Invacare Portugal, Lda +351 225 1059 46 Rua Estrada Velha, 949  +351 225 1059 47 P-4465-784 Leça do Balio Fax: +351 225 1057 39 Portugal portugal@invacare.com WWW: www.invacare.pt Återförsäljare: (Kundtjänst): +46 (0)8 761 70 90 Invacare® AB Fax (Kundtjänst):...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter Page Introduction Important symbols in this manual ..................11 Important symbols found on the vehicle ................12 Type classification and permissible use................14 Guarantee ..........................14 Indications..........................15 Life expectancy........................15 Safety notes General safety notes .......................16 Safety information with regard to care and maintenance ...........20 Safety information on electromagnetic interference ............21 Safety information on driving and freewheel mode.............22 Safety information on maintenance work and alterations to the wheelchair....24...
  • Page 6 Driving up and down gradients....................33 Parking and stationary......................34 5.4.1 Activating and deactivating the manual wheel lock ............34 Pushing the wheelchair in freewheel mode Disengaging Motors ........................35 The Shark II Remote Assembly of the remote......................36 Battery charging display......................38 Adjusting speed........................39 Using the speedometer......................39 “5 Speed”...
  • Page 7 8.2.1 Gas spring angle adjustment..................56 8.2.2 Manual angle adjustment....................57 8.2.3 Adjusting the tension adjustable backrest upholstery ..........58 Postural belts ...........................59 8.3.1 Types of postural belts....................59 8.3.2 Adjusting the postural belt correctly................60 Headrest ...........................61 Adjusting and removing the tray ...................62 8.5.1 Laterally adjusting the tray....................62 8.5.2 Adjusting the depth of the tray / removing the tray............63...
  • Page 8 10.2.3 Removing and fitting batteries ..................82 10.2.3.1 Removing the batteries....................83 10.2.3.2 How to handle damaged batteries correctly ............87 11 Care and maintenance 12 Maintenance- and repair work 12.1 Repairing a flat tyre .........................91 12.1.1 Repairing a flat tyre at the back (tyre type 3.00-8") ............92 13 Transport 13.1 Transferring the wheelchair to a vehicle................96...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    The decision whether the model is suitable for the user may only be taken by medical specialists with appropriate expertise. Invacare® or their statutory representatives can accept no liability in cases in which the wheelchair has not been adapted to suit the users’ handicaps.
  • Page 10 This manual contains copyrighted information. This manual may not be reproduced or reprinted either partly or completely without previous written consent from Invacare® or its statutory representatives. We reserve the right to make any necessary alterations on the grounds of...

  • Page 11: Important Symbols In This Manual

    Important symbols in this manual WARNING! This symbol warns you of danger! • Always follow these instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product! EXPLOSION HAZARD! This symbol warns you of an explosion hazard, which, for example, can be caused by excessive tyre pressure in a pneumatic tyre! •...

  • Page 12: Important Symbols Found On The Vehicle

    This wheelchair may be used as a vehicle seat, but only if it is equipped with the headrest that has been approved by Invacare for this purpose! • Please always make sure that the wheelchair is equipped with the headrest available from Invacare before using it as a vehicle seat!
  • Page 13 This symbol indicates the maximum width to which an armrest may be adjusted. Pulling the armrest out further can cause it to fall out of it's fixation. For further information, see chapter "Adjusting the width of the armrests" on page 53. If the power wheelchair is fitted with a table, it is imperative that it is removed and safely stowed when transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle!

  • Page 14: Type Classification And Permissible Use

    Type classification and permissible use This vehicle was designed for persons whose ability to walk is impaired, but who are still physically and mentally able to operate an electric vehicle. It has been classified according to EN 12184 as a class B mobility product (for indoor and outdoor areas).

  • Page 15: Indications

    Indications The use of this mobility product is recommended for the following indications: The inability or a greatly restricted ability to walk within the scope of the basic requirement to be able to move within one’s own four walls. The need to leave the dwelling place in order to get some fresh air during a short walk or to reach those places generally to be found at close distance to the dwelling and where everyday business is carried out.

  • Page 16: Safety Notes

    Safety notes READ WELL BEFORE OPERATION! General safety notes Danger of injury if mobility device is used in any other way than the purpose described in this manual! • Only ever use the mobility device in accordance with the instructions in this User's Manual (see chapter "Type classification and permissible use"...
  • Page 17 Danger of injury if the mobility device is switched off while driving, for example by pressing the On/Off Button or disconnecting a cable, due to it coming to an abrupt, sharp stop! • If you have to brake in an emergency, simply release the joystick which will bring you to a halt. (refer to the joystick operating manual for more information).
  • Page 18 Danger of fire or breaking down due to electric devices being connected! • Do not connect any electric devices to your mobility device that are not expressly certified by Invacare® for this purpose. Have all electrical installations done by your authorised Invacare® Dealer.

  • Page 20: Safety Information With Regard To Care And Maintenance

    Safety information with regard to care and maintenance Danger of accident and loss of guarantee if maintenance is insufficient! • For reasons of safety and in order to avoid accidents which result from unnoticed wear, it is important that this electric mobility product undergoes an inspection once every year under normal operating conditions (see inspection plan contained in service instructions).

  • Page 21: Safety Information On Electromagnetic Interference

    Safety information on electromagnetic interference This electric vehicle was successfully tested in accordance with International standards as to its compliance with Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Regulations. However, electromagnetic fields, such as those generated by radio and television transmitters, and cellular phones, can influence the functions of electric vehicles.

  • Page 22: Safety Information On Driving And Freewheel Mode

    Safety information on driving and freewheel mode Danger of injury if the wheelchair tips over! • Inclines and declines can only be travelled up to the maximum safe slope (see chapter "Technical specifications" from page 117). • Always return the backrest of your seat or the seat tilt to an upright position before ascending slopes.
  • Page 23 Danger of breaking down in adverse weather conditions, i.e. extreme cold, in an isolated area! • If you are a user with severely limited mobility, we advise that in the case of adverse weather conditions DO NOT attempt a journey without an accompanying attendant! Danger of injury if your foot slides off the footrest and gets caught underneath the wheelchair when it is in motion! •...

  • Page 24: Safety Information On Maintenance Work And Alterations To The Wheelchair

    Safety information on maintenance work and alterations to the wheelchair CAUTION: Danger of tipping over if anti-tip wheels (1) are removed, damaged or adjusted to any position other than the factory setting! • Anti-tip wheels may only ever be removed for disassembling the wheelchair for transport in a vehicle, or for storage! •...

  • Page 25: Key Features

    Key features 1) Push handle cross-strut 2) Locking screw for adjusting armrest height 3) Locking screw for adjusting backrest angle 4) Manual wheel lock (only right side visible in the picture) 5) Disengaging lever (not visible in the picture, located on both sides on each motor) 6) Remote 7) Legrest unlocking lever...

  • Page 26: Getting In And Out Of The Wheelchair

    Getting in and out of the wheelchair Important information when side transferring in and out of the wheelchair In order to side transfer it is necessary for the armrest to either be raised or removed completely depending on the model. A skirtguard can be installed as an option in connection with the parallel sliding armrest.

  • Page 27: Remove The Standard Armrest In Order To Side Transfer

    Remove the standard armrest in order to side transfer Removing the armrest: • Loosen star key screw (1) • Remove the side panel from the receptacle...

  • Page 28: Swinging The Kerb Climber Rearward To Get In And Out Of The Powerchair

    Swinging the kerb climber rearward to get in and out of the powerchair • Pull the handle (1) all the way forward. The kerb climber swings away towards the back and locks in place in this position. • To bring the kerb climber back towards the front, push the handle (1) rearward.
  • Page 29 Getting out of the wheelchair: • Drive your wheelchair as close as possible to your seat. • Switch your wheelchair off. • Apply the manual wheel lock of your wheelchair (if existing). • Detach the skirt guard of your wheelchair or swivel it up. •...

  • Page 30: Driving

    Driving NOTE The maximum load capacity that is stated in the technical data only states that the system is designed for this mass in total. However, this does not mean that one can sit a person with this body weight in the wheelchair without restrictions. Attention must be paid to the body proportions, such as height, weight distribution, abdominal girth, leg and calf girth and seat depth.

  • Page 31: Taking Obstacles

    Taking Obstacles Your wheelchair can overcome obstacles and kerbs with the following heights. • Without kerb climber: 60 mm • With kerb climber: 100 mm Information about the kerb climber! A kerb climber is a mechanism which enables the electric wheelchair to overcome obstacles which would normally not be possible due to their height.
  • Page 32 Driving up over an obstacle Correct • Approach the kerb or obstacle slowly head-on. Shortly before the front wheels or kerb-lifter touch the obstacle, increase the speed and reduce only after also the rear wheels have climbed the obstacle. Driving down off of an obstacle Incorrect •...

  • Page 33: Driving Up And Down Gradients

    Driving up and down gradients For information concerning the maximum safe slope, please see chapter "Technical specifications" starting on page 117. WARNING: Danger of tipping over! • Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2/3 of the top speed. Avoid sudden changes of direction or abrupt braking when driving on slopes.

  • Page 34: Parking And Stationary

    Parking and stationary When parking your vehicle or if your vehicle is stationary for a prolonged period: • Switch the vehicle's power system off (ON-/OFF key). • Activate your anti-theft lock, if existing. 5.4.1 Activating and deactivating the manual wheel lock The manual wheel locks are located on the left and right sides above the wheels.

  • Page 35: Pushing The Wheelchair In Freewheel Mode

    Pushing the wheelchair in freewheel mode The motors of the wheelchair are equipped with automatic brakes, preventing that the wheelchair starts rolling out of control when the joystick box is switched off. When pushing the wheelchair manually whilst freewheeling, the magnetic brakes must be disengaged. Disengaging Motors Danger of the vehicle running away! •...

  • Page 36: The Shark Ii Remote

    The Shark II Remote Assembly of the remote Top side (standard) Battery charging display ON/OFF button Activate / connect through / deactivate adjusting mode Reduce travel speed Travel speed display Horn Increase travel speed LED for “control unit activated for accompanying person“...
  • Page 37 Top side (including light option) 11) Warning indicator 12) Left hand indicator 13) Light 14) Right hand indicator 15) LED for “light activated“ Lower side 1) Combined charging socket / programming socket...

  • Page 38: Battery Charging Display

    Battery charging display • Battery charging All diodes illuminated: full range! display • Only the yellow and red diodes are illuminated: Reduced range! Charge batteries before a longer trip! • Only the red diodes are illuminated: Very low range! Charge batteries as soon as possible! •...

  • Page 39: Adjusting Speed

    Adjusting speed The user can adjust the chair’s top speed to suit their preferences and environment. The currently selected top speed is shown on the Speedometer and can be adjusted using the “Increase Speed” (2) and “Reduce Speed” (1) buttons. Using the speedometer Each of the speedometer’s 6 large LEDs typically represent 0%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80% and 100% of the chair’s maximum speed.

  • Page 40: Speed" And "Vsp" Modes

    “5 Speed” and “VSP” modes Shark II supports 2 modes of top speed adjustment – “5 Speed” and “VSP” modes. In the “5 Speed” mode pressing the Increase Speed and Decrease Speed buttons steps between one of the 5 top speeds 20% to 100%. In the “VSP”...

  • Page 41: Status Display

    Status display The status display serves to display error messages. For error codes see chapter "Error Codes and Diagnostic Codes" on page 48. Activate/de-activate the immobiliser Activate the immobiliser Activate • Whilst the remote is switched on, press and hold the ON/OFF button (1) for 4 seconds.

  • Page 42: Using The Remote To Control The Wheelchair

    • Invacare® supplies all electric vehicles from the factory with a standard drive programme. Invacare® can only assume a warranty for the safe vehicle handling of the electric vehicle – in particular tipping stability - for this standard drive programme! Will the wheelchair not drive after switching on? Check the drive-away lock (see chapter "Activate/de-activate the immobiliser "...

  • Page 43: How A Wheelchair With "Indirect Steering" Reacts To Joystick Movements

    7.8.1 How a wheelchair with "Indirect Steering" reacts to joystick movements. "Indirect Steering" occurs by individually applying power to the drive wheels, and is found on wheelchairs with front, rear and middle wheel drive. Travel direction The further the joystick is moved in a particular direction, the more dynamically the wheelchair reacts.

  • Page 44: Operating The Electric Adjustment Options

    7.8.2 Operating the electric adjustment options Electric adjustment options are operated using the joystick. • Press the adjustment mode button once in order to activate the first adjustment option. Press the adjustment mode button twice in order to activate the second adjustment option.

  • Page 45: Control Unit For An Accompanying Person (Option)

    Control unit for an accompanying person (option) The control unit for an accompanying person enables the control of the wheelchair to be handled by an accompanying person. 7.9.1 Layout of the remote Joystick Change over control unit to accompanying person/occupant Activate/connect through/deactive adjustment mode Set travel speed...

  • Page 46: Operating The Electric Adjustment Options

    7.9.2 Operating the electric adjustment options Electric adjustment options are operated by means of the joystick. The control unit must be switched over to ’accompanying person’ for the adjustment options to be operated via the control unit for the accompanying person. •...

  • Page 47: Error Diagnosis

    7.10 Error diagnosis If the electronic system shows a failure, please use the following guide to locate the fault. NOTE: Ensure that the drive electronics system is switched on before starting any diagnosis. If the status display is OFF: Check whether the drive electronics system is SWITCHED ON. Check whether all cables are correctly connected.

  • Page 48: Error Codes And Diagnostic Codes

    7.11 Error Codes and Diagnostic Codes FLASH FAULT EFFECT Comments CODE User error or drive Stops driving • Ensure that the joystick is in the neutral motors overloaded central position (simply release the joystick) and switch on again. • Drive motors overloaded. Shut electronics down and then switch on again.
  • Page 49 FLASH FAULT EFFECT Comments CODE Error in Shark Stops driving • Check remote bus cable and all remote connecting plugs. • Replace remote. Error in Shark Stops driving • Check all cables and connecting plugs in power module the Shark system. •...

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Wheelchair To The User's Seating Posture

    Adjusting the wheelchair to the user's seating posture Adjusting the armrests and the control panel 8.1.1 Adapting the control panel to the length of the user’s arm • Release wing nut (1) . • Adjust the remote by pushing it forwards or backwards to the required location.

  • Page 51: Setting The Height Of The Remote

    8.1.2 Setting the height of the remote • Release wing nut (1) . • Adjust remote to required height. • Retighten the wing nuts.

  • Page 52: Setting The Height Of The Armrests

    8.1.3 Setting the height of the armrests • Loosen the hand screw (1). • Adjust armrest to required height. • Retighten the hand nut.

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Width Of The Armrests

    8.1.4 Adjusting the width of the armrests The distance between the armrests can be adjusted by 4 cm on both sides (8 cm in total). WARNING! Danger of serious injury if an armrest falls out of it's fixation tube, due to it having been adjusted to a width that exceeds the specified value! •...
  • Page 55 Doing the adjustment • Loosen screw (1) • Adjust armrest to required position. • Retighten the screw. • Repeat this procedure for the second armrest.

  • Page 56: Adjusting The Backrest

    Adjusting the backrest 8.2.1 Gas spring angle adjustment The levers (1) for adjusting the backrest are located on the push handles. The inclination can be infinitely adjusted within a range of + 3° and + 38°. Adjusting the backrest: • Pull both levers (1) upwards. •...

  • Page 57: Manual Angle Adjustment

    8.2.2 Manual angle adjustment The levers (1) for adjusting the backrest are located on the push handles. The inclination can be adjusted to four positions 3°, 13°, 23° and 33°. Adjusting the backrest: • Pull both levers (1) upwards. • Adjust backrest by moving the backrest forward or backwards.

  • Page 58: Adjusting The Tension Adjustable Backrest Upholstery

    8.2.3 Adjusting the tension adjustable backrest upholstery • Remove the backrest cushion (attached with Velcro strips) by pulling it up and off to access the adjustment straps. • Adjust the tension of the individual straps as desired. • Replace the backrest cushion.

  • Page 59: Postural Belts

    Postural belts A postural belt is an option which can either be fixed to the wheelchair ex-works or can be retrofitted by your specialist dealer. If your wheelchair is fitted with a postural belt, your specialist dealer will have informed you about fitting and usage. The postural belt is used to help the wheelchair user keep an optimum sitting position.

  • Page 60: Adjusting The Postural Belt Correctly

    If the belt is only fastened with a bolted connection, ensure that the connection has not loosened or undone. You can find more information about maintenance work on belts in the service manual, which is available from Invacare®.

  • Page 61: Headrest

    This can cause the neck to be hyperextended during collisions! • 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 ear height.

  • Page 62: Adjusting And Removing The Tray

    Adjusting and removing the tray CAUTION: Injury hazard or material damage if a power wheelchair which is fitted with a table is transported in a vehicle! • If a table is fitted, always remove it before transporting the wheelchair. 8.5.1 Laterally adjusting the tray •...

  • Page 63: Adjusting The Depth Of The Tray / Removing The Tray

    8.5.2 Adjusting the depth of the tray / removing the tray • Loosen the wing-screw (1). • Adjust the table to the desired depth (or remove it entirely). • Re-tighten the screw. 8.5.3 Swinging the tray away to the side The tray can be swivelled up and away to the side to allow the user to get in and out of the mobility device CAUTION! Risk of injury! When the tray is raised it does not lock in place in this position!
  • Page 64 The tray can be swivelled upwards and pushed to the side as illustrated to enable getting on and off.

  • Page 65: Adjusting Footrests And Legrests

    Adjusting footrests and legrests Standard legrests 9.1.1 Swivelling the footrest outward and/or removing The small release lever is to be found in the upper part of the legrest (1). When the legrest is released it can be swivelled inward or outward to facilitate access and also be removed completely.
  • Page 66 • Push the release lever inward or outward. The legrest is released. • Swivel the legrest inward or outward. • To remove the legrest simply pull upward.

  • Page 67: Adjusting The Length

    9.1.1.1 Adjusting the length Pre-requisites: • 1x 5 mm hexagon socket spanner • Loosen the screw (1) using the Allen key, but do not remove completely. • Set the legrest to the desired length. • Re-tighten the screw.
  • Page 68 The small release lever is to be found in the upper part of the legrest (1). When the legrest is released it can be swivelled inward or outward to facilitate access and also be removed completely. • Push the release lever inward or outward. The legrest is released.

  • Page 69: Adjusting The Length

    9.1.1.2 Adjusting the length Pre-requisites: • 1x 5 mm hexagon socket spanner • Loosen the screw (1) using the Allen key, but do not remove completely. • Set the legrest to the desired length. • Re-tighten the screw.

  • Page 70: Manually Height-Adjustable Legrest

    Manually height-adjustable legrest 9.2.1 Swivelling the footrest outward and/or removing The unlocking knob is located on the top section of the legrests. When the legrest is unlocked, it can be swivelled to the inside or outside to facilitate getting in, or can be completely removed. •...

  • Page 71: Adjusting The Angle

    9.2.2 Adjusting the angle PLEASE NOTE: Danger of crushing! • Do not reach inside the swivelling range of the legrest! PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests. • Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the steering wheels contact the ground! •...

  • Page 72: Adjusting Legrest Length

    9.2.3 Adjusting legrest length PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests. • Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the steering wheels contact the ground! Pre-requisites: •...

  • Page 73: Adjusting The Calf Support Depth

    9.2.4 Adjusting the calf support depth The calf support has four depth settings. Pre-requisites: • 1x 4 mm Allen key • Swivel the calf support to the front. • Release bolt (1) with the Allen key and remove. • Set the nut on the other side to the required depth. •...

  • Page 74: Adjusting The Calf Support Height

    9.2.5 Adjusting the calf support height • Loosen the hand screw (1). • Adjust to required position. • Retighten the wing nuts.

  • Page 75: Adjusting The Angle And Depth Adjustable Foot Plate

    9.2.6 Adjusting the angle and depth adjustable foot plate Pre-requisites: • 1x 5 mm Allen key • Use the Allen key to loosen the set screw on the foot plate (1). • Adjust the foot plate to the desired angle or depth. •...

  • Page 76: Electrical System

    Electrical system 10.1 Electronics protection system The vehicle's electronics are equipped with an overload-protection system. If the motors are put under considerable strain for a longer period of time (for example, when driving up a steep hill) and especially when the ambient temperature is high, then the electronic system could overheat. In this case the vehicle's power is reduced gradually until it finally comes to a halt.

  • Page 77: The Main Circuit Breakers

    10.1.1 The main circuit breakers NOTE The circuit breakers are located on the left sides of the battery boxes. If the electrical system draws too much power for a period of time, one or both may overheat and pop out. To reactivate the electrical system, wait a few minutes until they have cooled down a bit, then push them back The illustration at right shows the positions of the circuit breakers (1) on the battery boxes.

  • Page 78: Batteries

    10.2 Batteries 10.2.1 What you need to know about batteries Power is supplied by two 12 V batteries. The batteries are maintenance-free and only need regular charging. New batteries should always be fully charged once before their first use. New batteries will be at their full capacity after having run through approx.
  • Page 79 The batteries cannot be overcharged with the specified charger. Please use only charging devices in Class 2. This class of chargers may be left unattended during charging. All charging devices which are supplied by Invacare® comply with these requirements.

  • Page 80: Charging The Batteries

    • Only ever use the battery charger supplied with your vehicle, or a charger that has been approved by Invacare®. Danger of electric shock and damage to the battery charger if it is allowed to get wet! • Protect the battery charger from water.
  • Page 81 Charging the batteries • Switch off the electric wheelchair at the remote. • Connect the charging device to the remote. The charging socket is to be found on the underside of the remote (1). • Connect the charging device to the mains supply and switch on if necessary.

  • Page 82: Removing And Fitting Batteries

    10.2.3 Removing and fitting batteries WARNING: Danger of injury if the batteries are not handled correctly during assembly and maintenance work! • New batteries should be installed by authorised technicians! • Observe the warnings on the batteries! • Take into account the heavy weight of the batteries! •...

  • Page 83: Removing The Batteries

    10.2.3.1 Removing the batteries CAUTION: Risk of fire and burns if battery poles are bridged! • When replacing the batteries the battery poles MUST NOT come into contact with metal parts of the wheelchair causing bridging. • Be sure to replace the battery pole caps after the batteries have been replaced. WARNING: Risk of fire and burns due to damage to the battery cables! •...
  • Page 84 • Open battery fixing strap (buckle). • Remove battery cable connecting plugs on both sides (the figure only shows the right-hand side).
  • Page 85 • Pull the rear battery box out towards the back. • Open the battery retaining strap velcro fastening.
  • Page 86 • Pull the battery retaining strap to the side over the edge of the battery box. • Open the battery box. • Pull the battery terminal caps (1) upwards and push them back to allow access to the battery terminals. •...

  • Page 87: How To Handle Damaged Batteries Correctly

    • Only ever transport damaged batteries in an appropriate acid-resistant receptacle. • Wash all objects that have come into contact with acid with lots of water. Disposing of dead or damaged batteries correctly Dead or damaged batteries can be given back to your dealer or directly to Invacare®.

  • Page 88: Care And Maintenance

    Care and maintenance NOTE: Have your vehicle checked once a year by an authorised Invacare® dealer in order to maintain it's driving safety and roadworthiness. Cleaning the vehicle When cleaning the vehicle, pay attention to the following points: • Only use a damp cloth and gentle detergent.
  • Page 89 Maintenance Jobs Seat and backrest padding: - Check for perfect condition. Side part and armrest: - Are all fastening elements installed? - Can armrests / side parts be removed and installed without too much physical effort? - Are armrests secured in their positions? Legrests: - Do legrests lock into place without any problem (only applies to detachable legrests)?
  • Page 90 - Clean all parts carefully. When necessary Have your vehicle inspected and serviced once a year by your authorised dealer. A complete checklist of necessary maintenance work can be found in the Service Manual, which can be obtained from Invacare®.

  • Page 91: Maintenance- And Repair Work

    "Technical specifications" on page 117, or consult the Service Manual, available from Invacare® (in this connection please see the addresses and phone numbers in section "How can you get in touch with Invacare®?" on page 2). In case you require assistance, please contact your Invacare® Dealer.

  • Page 92: Repairing A Flat Tyre At The Back (Tyre Type 3.00-8")

    12.1.1 Repairing a flat tyre at the back (tyre type 3.00-8") Injury hazard! If the wheel has been insufficiently secured during assembly, it can become loosened during driving! • When refitting the drive wheels, tighten the Torx screw that secures the wheel to the hub to a torque of 30 Nm! •...
  • Page 93 Removing the wheel • Jack the vehicle up and place a block of wood underneath it to prop it up. • Remove the countersunk screw (1) using the Torx bit. • Remove the wheel from the axle. EXPLOSION HAZARD! The wheel will explode if the air pressure is not released from the tyre before disassembling the wheel rim! •...
  • Page 94 NOTE In case the old inner tube is to be repaired and used again, and it happens to get wet during repair, then it is easier to re-fit it if you powder it lightly with talcum powder. NOTE Re-assembly is done in reverse order. Make sure that the wheel is put back on the same side it was on, and that it runs in the same direction it did before it was removed.

  • Page 95: Transport

    Transport CAUTION: Injury hazard or material damage if a power wheelchair which is fitted with a table is transported in a vehicle! • If a table is fitted, always remove it before transporting the wheelchair. CAUTION: Danger of death or serious injury to the mobility device user and potentially any other nearby occupant of the vehicle, if a mobility device is secured using a 4-point tie-down system available from a third party supplier and the unladen weight of the mobility device exceeds the maximum weight for which the tie-down system is certified!

  • Page 96: Transferring The Wheelchair To A Vehicle

    13.1 Transferring the wheelchair to a vehicle WARNING: Danger of tipping over, if the wheelchair is transferred to a vehicle using a ramp that exceeds the maximum safe slope, or if the backrest is not in an upright position during transfer! •...

  • Page 97: Securing The Wheelchair For Transport Without Passengers

    13.2 Securing the wheelchair for transport without passengers CAUTION: Injury hazard! • If you are unable to fasten your electric wheelchair securely in a transport vehicle, we recommend that you do not transport it! • Before transporting your wheelchair, make sure the motors are engaged and that the Joystick Box is switched off.

  • Page 98: Use Of The Wheelchair As A Seat In A Vehicle

    (UK for example), but may also be obtained from Invacare® as an option in other countries. This power wheelchair complies with the requirements of ISO 7176-19:2001 and may be used as a vehicle seat in connection with an anchoring system that has been checked and approved in accordance with ISO 10542.
  • Page 99 Caution: There is a danger of injury if the wheelchair is not properly secured during use as a vehicle seat! • If possible, the user should always leave the wheelchair to use a vehicle seat and the safety belts provided with the vehicle. •...

  • Page 100: How The Wheelchair Is Anchored In A Vehicle For Use As A Vehicle Seat

    13.3.1 How the wheelchair is anchored in a vehicle for use as a vehicle seat The power wheelchair is fitted with four anchoring points, which are labelled with the symbol shown on the right. Snap hooks or belt loops can be used for fixation.

  • Page 102: How The User Is Secured Within The Wheelchair

    13.3.2 How the user is secured within the wheelchair CAUTION: There is a danger of injury if the user is not properly secured within the wheelchair! • Even if the wheelchair is fitted with a postural belt, this is no substitute for a proper safety belt which complies with ISO 10542 in the transport vehicle.
  • Page 103 This can cause the neck to be hyperextended during collisions! • 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 ear height.
  • Page 104 Seat belts may not be held at a distance The pelvic belt should be positioned in the from the user's body using parts of the area between the user's pelvis and thighs wheelchair such as armrests or wheels. so that it is unobstructed and not too loose. The ideal angle of the pelvic belt to the horizontal is between 45°...
  • Page 105 The safety belt installed in the transporting vehicle should be applied as shown in the illustration at right. 1) Centre line of the body 2) Centre of the sternum...

  • Page 106: Dismantling The Wheelchair For Transport

    13.4 Dismantling the wheelchair for transport To dismantle and fold the wheelchair together for transport, please proceed as follows. • Remove legrests. • Remove the kerb climber (available as option and not always fitted). • Remove the battery cable. • Remove the battery case. •...

  • Page 107: Removing Legrests

    13.4.1 Removing legrests NOTE: Disassembly of the legrests is dependent on their type. For more information about this, please see Chapter Adjusting footrests and legrests on page 65. 13.4.2 Removing the kerb climber The kerb climber is fitted with quick release axles. The quick release axles are fitted with securing balls (1) which prevent the quick release axles sliding out of the mounting.
  • Page 108 Removing the kerb climber • Press the unlocking knobs and pull the quick release axles (1) out of the mountings. • Remove the kerb climber from the mountings.

  • Page 109: Removing Batteries

    13.4.3 Removing batteries • Open battery fixing strap. • Remove battery cable connecting plugs on both sides (the figure only shows the right-hand side).
  • Page 110 • Pull the rear battery box out towards the back.

  • Page 111: Removing Backrest Frame Cross Strut

    13.4.4 Removing backrest frame cross strut Removing the cross strut: • Release the knurled screws on both sides (1) of the cross strut. • Unhook the cross strut at the right-hand knurled screw.

  • Page 112: Folding The Wheelchair

    13.4.5 Folding the wheelchair Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Removing the seat cushion There are two locks (1) Press the locking lever (1) (1). located right and left under inwards and downwards. the seat which need to be opened in order to fold the chair together.
  • Page 113 Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Open the lock inwards. Tilt the wheelchair slightly to Repeat the procedure on the the side and press it other side. together.

  • Page 114: Reassembling The Wheelchair

    13.4.6 Reassembling the wheelchair NOTE: Reassembly of the wheelchair takes place in reverse order to disassembly.

  • Page 115: Refurbishment

    • Cleaning and disinfection. Please see chapter "Care and maintenance" on page 88. • Inspection according to service plan. Please consult service instructions, available from Invacare®. • Adaptation to the user. Please see chapter "Adjusting the wheelchair to the user's seating...

  • Page 116: Disposal

    • Electric components and printed circuit boards are disposed of as electronic scrap. • Exhausted or damaged batteries can be returned to your medical equipment supplier or Invacare®. • Disposal must be carried out in accordance with the respective national legal provisions.

  • Page 117: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Permissible operating and storage conditions Temperature range for operation • -25° … +50 °C according to ISO 7176-9: Temperature range for storage • -40° … +65 °C according to ISO 7176-9: Electrical system Motors • 2 x 110 W Batteries •...
  • Page 118 Steering wheel tyres Tyre pressure • 2.8 bar Driving characteristics Speed • 3 km/h • 6 km/h Max. safe slope • 15.8 % (9°) dyn. Max. climbable obstacle height • 60 mm (without kerb climber) • 100 mm (with kerb climber) Turning radius •...
  • Page 119 **** Measured without seat cushion ***** The actual kerb weight depends on the fittings your mobility aid has been supplied with. Every Invacare® mobility aid is weighed when leaving the works. Please refer to the nameplate for the kerb weight (including batteries) measured.

  • Page 120: Inspections Performed

    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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