Invacare Action 3 Junior User Manual
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- Page 1 ® ® I n v a c a r e Action Junior User manual This manual must be given to the user of the product. Before using this product, read this manual and safe for future reference...
- Page 2 Invacare. As the European and world's leading 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 wheel- chair rests solely with the user and his/her qualified health advisor.
- Page 3 Even though your Invacare wheelchair has been designed to provide a long and trouble free life it is ® inevitable that wear, tear and usage will eventually render the product unusable. Invacare recommends ® that the average usable life of this product is five years, providing the product has been correctly...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS B. DESCRIPTION OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR A. GENERAL GUIDELINES Page 1. Presentation 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 seats 2.1. Seat elements 1.3. -
Page 5: General Guidelines
A GENERAL GUIDELINES within the points of contact of the forward and rear wheels with the ground. 1. Safety and operating limits - Weight Limit The maximum recommended weight of the user is 80 kg. For a safe operation of your wheelchair, the following para- However, the level of activity is an essential factor. - Page 6 Stabiliser kit is available as an option. This can cause the chair to tip backwards causing injury. Therefore, Invacare® strongly recommend the use of anti- tippers (available as an option) when using your backposts to carry a back pack or similar items.
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Page 7: Transferring To Other Seats
1.2.Transferring to other seats 1.2.2 Front transfer (figure 9) If you are more or less able to stand up and if your upper 1.2.1 Sideways transfer body is strong and mobile enough, you can transfer forward to another seat. This may be done without assistance provided that you are If you find this movement difficult, we recommend that you sufficiently mobile and have a strong enough torso. -
Page 8: Tilting
Warning : Warning : - Be aware of detachable parts such as armrests or legrests : - Position yourself as close as possible to the place where they must NEVER be used as lifting supports as they may be you wish to sit. inadvertently released, resulting in possible injury to the user - When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible and / or attendant. -
Page 9: Stairways
To climb stairways (figure 13) : - Method 2 (figure 12) After tilting the wheelchair to the point of equilibrium, one In this case, the attendant stays on the pavement and tilts assistant (at the back) holds the wheelchair up against the the wheelchair in a backwards position with the rear wheels first step grasping the handles firmly to lift. -
Page 10: Slopes
1.6. Slopes wheelchair’s backrest are two of the key adjustments that can affect your stability whilst sat in the wheelchair (see figure It is recommended to avoid using ramps with a slope higher 14A). than 12° for a standard version and 18° with the Stabiliser kit. - Avoid turning suddenly and never try to climb and descend The wheelchair risks tipping over in the event of spinning or a ramp diagonally (figure 17). -
Page 11: Wheelchair Propulsion
2.2. Wheelchair propulsion (so that the rear wheel and castor lift from the ground) ; - With the other hand, push on the seat tube until uphols- Self propelling wheelchair propulsion is achieved through the tery is fully extended and seat tube sits in receiver. use of the handrims mounted on the wheels. -
Page 12: Safety Inspection And Maintenance
3. Safety inspection and maintenance 3.2. General inspection 3.1. Performance control Your distributor, who has the required technical expertise, is responsible for any wheelchair repairs. As the user, you will be the first to notice any possible We recommend that you take the wheelchair to your operational defects with your wheelchair. -
Page 13: Transportation
Action Junior has been tested for safety in ® tight. collisions according to ISO-7176-19:2001, Invacare® Action Make sure that the wheels are parallel to the frame. Junior can be used for transport in vehicles that have been i. Handrims specially adapted for this purpose.The wheelchair must be Check for rough patches. -
Page 14: Observations
A. Front restraints with straps (picture 23A) the wheelchair or to structural and frame parts without the 1. Connect the front straps around the frontal part of the written consent of Invacare ® frame. (See location of the attachment labels). - Page 15 C. Posture belt 1.The posture posture belt is mounted on the back frame (picture 24 & detail C). 2. Check that the posture belt on the wheelchair is correctly fastened. If posture belt on the wheelchair is missing we recommend that the user should transfer to the seat of the vehicle, if possible.The posture belt should be used in addition to but never as a substitute for an approved passenger restraint...
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Page 16: Summary Of Warranty Terms
This is to certify that your manual wheelchair is warranted - Do not attempt to reach objects if you have to move by Invacare for a period of 2 years for the frame and cross- forward in the seat. bars, all others parts 2 years also but subject to the following... -
Page 17: Description Of Your Wheelchair
1.2. General description (see photo) B. DESCRIPTION OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR Your wheelchair is made of various parts and this manual 1. PRESENTATION describes only the main parts. We recommend that you become acquainted with the following terms in order to 1.1. -
Page 18: Adjustments
Rear wheel footrest support cushion is changed it may also change the users stability. Adjustable Rear wheel axle Invacare provides a wide range of seat cushions adapted to footrest tube your needs. Please contact your dealer. Footplate Handrim Manual brake... -
Page 19: Type Of Backrest
The upholstery and casing of the two seats will wear, please Always make sure that the backrest is properly locked contact your dealer for possible replacement. in place before the user settles down in the wheelchair to prevent any injuries ! Make sure that the seat is properly positioned on the 2 seat rails to provide safety and comfort for the user. - Page 20 - Reclining backrest 0° - 30° Gas strut version 0° to 30° continuously (Photo 6). The gas struts provides a help to the attendant to raise the The intended use of reclining backrest is to get a relaxing, user, always operated with the user seated in the wheelchair. comfort position for the user.
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Page 21: Backrest Upholstery
Maintenance of reclining backrest mechanism varies with Before making adjustments please ensure that the wheel use. Please contact your Dealer. chair is fully opened, the seat rails are properly located. Based upon the development of your disability, you can choose an Action Junior backrest that meets your needs. - Page 22 Note : the standard footrest supports and legrests are Push lever (A) sideways and swivel towards outside or inside in case there is not enough space. (To return to the initial mounted in pairs on the wheelchair; whenever you remove position, align the footrest support, it locks automatically).To them, remember that you have a right side and a left side ! remove the footrest support, simply pull it up after unlocking...
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Page 23: Armrests
The footplate is height adjustable : loosen the knob (C), adjust Note : the armrests are mounted in pairs on the wheelchair ; to the desired height based upon the preset holes and tighten whenever you remove them, remember that you have a right firmly. -
Page 24: Frame
Standard = serial delivery with fixed or folding backrest; 2.2. Frame Passive = backward for better stability, serial with reclining 2.2.1 Folding system with seat width adjustment. backrest and Transit (12”) version, see schema 1. The seat width of the chassis can be adjusted thanks to a telescopic crossbar for four fixed-seat positions.(Child: 20,5 to - Dual amputee position (option or accessory): to prevent 28 cm;Young: 30,5 to 38 cm). -
Page 25: Stabiliser Kit
Comply with the inflation pressure specified on the sidewall All these adjustments and changes of position must be of the tyre. performed by a professional technician upon agreement by your prescribing physician. Note : remember that in order to maintain the interchan- Please consult with your dealer. -
Page 26: Handrims
2.3.2 Handrims Make sure that the axle and the locking balls are clean. They provide the wheelchair propulsion. They are made of (wipe out every month with a rag soaked with fine oil) anodized aluminium. To prevent falls, it is essential that the button (A) and the locking balls (C) are disengaged providing a perfect lock of the Handrims are constantly in contact with your hands. -
Page 27: Brakes
2.5. Brakes Firmly tighten the screws (B) after adjustment. 2.5.1 Manual brakes Keep your fingers away from movable parts to prevent injuries ! The manual brakes (photos 18 & 19) are designed to secure 2.5.2 Hub brakes (photos 20 & 21) the wheelchair during long stops. -
Page 28: Seating Options
2.6. Options - Back brace (photo 23) : it provides tension to the backrest upholstery and provides the attendant better ergonomics 2.6.1 Seating options when pushing the wheelchair. - Headrest (photo 22) Note : it swings away to facilitate the wheelchair folding; To swing away for transfer, slightly unscrew lever (A) and slightly loosen the button (A), pull up and swivel along the move the headrest backwards. -
Page 29: Propulsion Options
2.6.2 Propulsion options 2.6.3 Safety equipment and options - Safety standard equipment : - Transit version (photos 25 & 26) : the wheelchair is designed to be driven only by the attendant. To facilitate sideways Posture belt (photo 27) : to close the buckle belt, engage transfers and save space, the wheelchair is equipped with rear part (A) into part (B), to open press (C). - Page 30 For ease of use it is recommended that the clasp is kept in a - Safety optional equipment : central position where possible i.e. make adjustments to each side of metal buckle belt with double adjuster. Please check Anti-tippers (photo 28) : prevent back tipping which ensures your posture belt every week, to ensure that it is in good safety when using a reclining backrest, driving on slopes or condition;...
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Page 31: Other Options
Note : Make sure that the anti-tipper wheel is ALWAYS The recommended distance between anti-tippers small located out side the rear wheel volume. wheels and floor is 3 to 5 centimetres ; this adjustment is All these adjustments and changes of position must be per- required with reference to the position and diameter of the formed by a professional technician because these can affect rear wheel. -
Page 32: Specification And Tool's
Castors : 5" (125 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 ® you can buy through any Invacare dealer. ®... -
Page 33: Dimensions
3.3. Dimensions ������� ������� ������� ����������� ������� ����������� ����� ����� ������� Min/Max Min/Max ������������� Picture Description Picture Description value value �������� ������ ������ Backrest ����� ����� height Seat effective 205/380 1040/ including width (mm) Standard 1160 ������� headrest ���������� 150/240 ����... - Page 35 Manufacturer : Invacare France Operations SAS - Route de Saint Roch - 37230 Fondettes - France ® Invacare Australia Pty Ltd. ® 1 lenton Place, North Rockes NSW 2151 Australia ( (61) 2 8839 5333 Fax (61) 2 8839 5353 Invacare n.v.
- Page 36 Manufacturer Invacare France Operations SAS ® Route de Saint Roch 37230 Fondettes France N°. 1532967-EN VD 10/2012 www.invacare.eu.com...