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  • Page 1 Action³ I n v a c a r e ® ® Yes, you can. User guide...
  • 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 125kg. However, the level of activity is an essential factor. For 1. Safety and operating limits example, an active user who weighs 75 kg may subject the For a safe operation of your wheelchair, the following para- 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 distribu- ting 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: 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

    Check the pressure of the pneumatic tyres (value indicated Test no : P500846A (fixed backrest) & P5000846B (recliner on the side) check the wear of the solid tyre tread. backrest), Customer : Invacare Rea AB, Date : 2005-01-21 n. Maintenance Testing to be carried out...
  • Page 14 • Alterations or substitutions are not to be made to points of Test configuration the wheelchair or to structural and frame parts without the written consent of Invacare® . Chassis : Height 46 cm • A wheelchair-anchored pelvic belt must be fitted across the...
  • 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 belt (picture 21) 4.3 Restraint methods (picture 22) A. Frontal restraints with straps 1.

  • 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 : 125 kg.

  • Page 17: Introduction

    1.2 General description (see photo) B. DESCRIPTION OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR Your wheelchair is made of various parts and this manual describes only the main parts. We recommend that you 1. PRESENTATION become acquainted with the following terms in order to better understand your wheelchair operation : 1.1 Introduction The seat consists of the seat and backrest upholstery,...

  • 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

    - Rigid seats : 2.1.2 Type of backrests - Fixed backrests : • Comfort and toilet seats (photo 2) : they are removable allowing the folding of the wheelchair, simply lift the seat and • Fixed backrest of 0° and 7°; these two backrests do not put it away, then take hold of the 2 seat rails and pull them require adjustments, they can be equipped with padded upwards.
  • Page 20 - Reclining backrest 0° - 30° - 43 or 51 cm backrest height. It is recommended that this operation be performed Angle can be adjusted very easily which provides a comfortable only by the attendant. Always make sure that the backrest is rest position : locked in place to ensure perfect safety for the user.

  • Page 21: Backrest Upholstery

    • Tension adjustable backrest (photo 7) it allows adjustment • Fixed backrest with mid-height angle adjustment (photo 6B); of the backrest curvature based upon user’s body posture. the angle can be adjusted using the different holes on the Lift the flap (A) and pull the straps (B) in order to stretch or backrest support (shema 6C), remove screw (A) and nut (4 slacken them.

  • Page 22: Hangers & Footplates

    2.1.4 Footrest supports - Legrest (photo 10) performs the same operation as for the footrest support to swing away or remove the legrest, by - Standard footrest supports (photo 9) they swing away du- operating lever (A) which unlocks the locking system. ring transfers and can be removed during transport.

  • Page 23: Armrests

    - Footrests (photo 11 & 12) : the footplate can be lifted during 2.1.5 Armrests transfers footrests are height adjustable and can be equipped with a fixed or articulated footplate (optional). Loosen the - Removable : screw (A) to adjust to the desired height, firmly tighten the screw after adjustment.
  • Page 24 - Adjustable monobloc [5] (photo 17) : - Swing-away and removable This range of armrests can be swung away to facilitate To swing the armrest away, activate the grey trigger (A).To transfers and disassembling during transport. automatically reinsert it swing it down and make sure that the guide (B) is properly engaged in its housing.

  • Page 25: Folding Frame

    2.2 Frame Active position is only compatible with 6'' front castors. 2.2.1 Sides In "Active" position, it is necessary to use anti-tippers to avoid The sides or side frames are designed to accommodate the any risk of tipping backwards when you drive on a slope ! (See § steering tubes for the castors and multiple adjustment wheel 2.6.3) mounting for rear wheels.

  • Page 26: Handrims

    Comply with the inflation pressure specified on the sidewall 2.3.2 Handrims of the tyre. They provide the wheelchair propulsion. They can be made Note : remember that in order to maintain the interchangea- of anodized aluminium, chrome steel or coated with nonslip bility of the chair wheels equipped with quick-release axles, plastic (optional).

  • Page 27: Castors

    2.3.3 Axles 2.4 Castors The axles connect the wheels and frame. Fixed and quick-re- 2.4.1 Wheels lease axles are available The front wheels are available in 8" (200mm) diameter and in - Fixed axles: regularly check the axle tightening. two widths, 1 3/8" (32 mm) and 2" (50mm), or in 6" (150mm) - Quick-release axles (photo 20) : depress the button (A) and diameter and a single width of 1 3/8"...

  • Page 28: Brakes

    2.5 Brakes 2.5.2 Hub brakes 2.5.1 Manual brakes Besides the functions provided by manual brakes, the hub brakes provide the slow down (for example, on a slope) and The manual brakes (photo 22) are designed to secure the improved safety because they are still efficient when you wheelchair during long stops.

  • Page 29: Options & Accessories

    - Back brace (photo 27) : it provides tension to the backrest 2.6. Options upholstery and provides the attendant better ergonomics when pushing the wheelchair. 2.6.1 Seating options Note : it swings away to facilitate the wheelchair folding; - Anatomic headrest (photo 25 and 26) : it is mounted on slightly loosen the button (A), pull up and swivel along the the back brace (described below) by means of a multiple backrest until it is in vertical position.

  • Page 30: Propulsion Options

    2.6.2 Propulsion options - One arm lever drive (photos 29) : this control system(left or right hand) allows the user with low muscular tone to - Transit version (photo 28) : the wheelchair is designed to be propel the wheelchair. Using one arm through the lever pen- driven only by the attendant.

  • Page 31: Safety Options

    2.6.3 Safety options - Dual handrim : Two systems allow the user to drive the wheelchair with a - Support belt single arm using two handrims on the same wheel (right or left available). • Velcro fastener (photo 32) : position the two Velcro strips one over the other based upon the user’s build.
  • Page 32 - Anti-tippers (photo 34) : prevent back tipping which ensu- - Tipping lever (photo 35) : it allows the attendant to easily res safety when using a reclining backrest, driving on slopes tip the wheelchair when crossing an obstacle (pavement, step, or crossing obstacles.

  • Page 33: Accessories

    3. Specifications and tool 2.6.4. Other option - Transparent tray (photo 36) : it is positioned on the arm- 3.1. Standard wheelchair specifications pads of the armrests (full length ones only). Slide the tray forward or backward based upon the user’s build. Maximum user weight : 125 kg Seat width :...

  • Page 34: Tools For Adjustments And Regular Maintenance (Not Supplied)

    After sale and disposal recommendations Height from Backrest ground to angle 395/510 0/30 back seat ( 0° ) • It is compulsary to use original Invacare spare parts which (mm) ® you can buy through any Invacare dealer. ® Height from Bracket •...
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  • Page 36 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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