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SERVICE MANUAL

Edition: 03.04.12

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  • Page 1: Service Manual

    Invacare Kite ® SERVICE MANUAL Edition: 03.04.12...
  • Page 2 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite These instructions contain information about: Testing work Repair Instructions This manual is part of the instructions for use. Service addresses Invacare Austria GmbH +43 6232 5 53 50 Herzog Odilostrasse 101 Fax: +43 6232 5 53 54 info@invacare-austria.com...
  • Page 3 +44 (0)1656 77 62 20 Pencoed uk@invacare.com WWW: www.invacare.co.uk Bridgend CF35 5HZ United Kingdom Invacare Mecc San s.r.l. +39 0445 38 00 59 Via dei Pini, 62 Fax: +39 0445 38 00 34 italia@invacare.com I - 36016 Thiene (VI) WWW: www.invacare.it...
  • Page 4 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite ( (Kundtjänst): +46 (0)8 761 70 90 Återförsäljare: Invacare® AB Fax (Kundtjänst): +46 (0)8 761 81 08 sweden@invacare.com Fagerstagatan 9 finland@invacare.com S-163 91 Spånga WWW: www.invacare.se Sverige MÖLNDAL Tillverkare: +46 (0)31 86 36 00 Invacare®...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Contents Chapter Page Introduction General information ........................8 Notes on shipping ........................8 Definition and representation of information and safety information in this manual ..9 Hazard symbols and symbols used ..................10 Images in this manual ......................11 Safety and fitting instructions Before any inspection or repair work ..................
  • Page 6 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Repair work Covers ............................29 8.1.1 Rear cover ........................29 8.1.2 Middle cover ......................... 30 8.1.3 Side cover ........................31 8.1.4 Front cover ........................32 Electronic modules ......................... 33 8.2.1 Replacing the power module ..................33 8.2.2...
  • Page 7 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.9.2.1 Replacing puncture-protected tyres ................ 68 8.9.2.2 Replacing puncture-proof tyres ................70 8.9.3 Replacing the drive wheel hub ..................71 8.10 Drive unit ..........................72 8.10.1 Replacing the motor/transmission unit ................. 72 8.10.2 Replacing or rotating the motor / gearbox unit sealing ring .......... 74 8.10.3 Replacing the motor / gearbox coupling ...............

  • Page 8: Introduction

    · Alterations to the mobility aid which occur as a result of incorrectly or improperly executed maintenance or overhaul work lead to the exclusion of all liability on the side of INVACARE. · If you have any problems or questions please contact Invacare® Service.

  • Page 9: Definition And Representation Of Information And Safety Information In This Manual

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Definition and representation of information and safety information in this manual Different types of information and signal words are used throughout this manual. HAZARD! The signal word "HAZARD!" refers to immediate hazards. · The following lines in italics refer to actions which serve to avoid such hazards.

  • Page 10: Hazard Symbols And Symbols Used

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Hazard symbols and symbols used Different types of hazard symbols and symbols are used throughout this manual. General hazards This symbol warns you of general hazards! · Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product!

  • Page 11: Images In This Manual

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Images in this manual The detailed images in this manual are given digits to identify various components. Component numbers in text and operational instructions always relate to the image directly above.

  • Page 12: Safety And Fitting Instructions

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Safety and fitting instructions These safety instructions are intended to prevent accidents at work, and it is imperative that they are observed. Before any inspection or repair work · Read and observe this repair manual and the associated operating manual! ·...
  • Page 13 Any changes to the drive program can affect the driving characteristics and the tipping stability of the vehicle! · Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare® specialist dealers! · Invacare® supplies all mobility aids with a standard drive program ex-works. Invacare® can...

  • Page 14: Tightening Torques

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Tightening torques The tightening torques stated in the following list are based on the thread diameter for the nuts and bolts for which no specific values have been determined. All values assume dry and de-greased threads.

  • Page 15: Layout Of Components And Componentry

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Layout of components and componentry Overview Under the rear cover: 1) G-Trac sensor 2) Power module 3) Lighting PCB 4) Actuator module The electronic modules used are described in Chapter 4.2. Electric seat tilting:...

  • Page 16: Overview Of The Electronic Modules (Acs 2 System)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Overview of the electronic modules (ACS 2 system) Different electronic modules can be fitted to the mobility aid. Battery plug End position switch "lower G-Trac sensor Lighting cable position" Bus cables Contact bridge End position switch "upper...
  • Page 17 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Before you connect mobility aid components such as actuators or motors, please begin by ascertaining which module is installed. Please refer to the following table for an overview of ACS 2 modules. Electronicmodule Name...

  • Page 18: Acs 2 70 / Acs 2 70L / Acs 2 90L Electronic Module

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 4.2.1 ACS 2 70 / ACS 2 70L / ACS 2 90L electronic module Connections 1) Battery 24V 2) Bus cable (to remote or ACT) 3) Bus cable (to remote or ACT) 4) Motor M1...

  • Page 19: Act 4 Actuator Module

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 4.2.3.2 ACT 4 actuator module Connections 1) ACI* 2) Bus cable (ACT or power module) 3) Bus cable (ACT or power module) 4) Actuator - Channel 4 5) Actuator - Channel 3 6) Actuator - Channel 2...

  • Page 20: Service Plan (1X Annually)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Service plan (1x annually) CAUTION! Danger of injury and damage to property, if the maximum speed reduction on a wheelchair with a lifter does not function correctly! The wheelchair’s control unit must reduce the maximum possible speed as soon as the lifter is raised.
  • Page 21 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL ü Component Check Remedy Notes · Check welded · Tighten, replace if Legrests seams, interlocking, necessary screws, footplates · Check cable · Replace cable if Power legrests necessary (if fitted) · Check contacts · check functions ·...

  • Page 22: Operational Faults

    The tables for rectification of operational faults listed in the following chapters are only an excerpt from the original manufacturer's manuals. You can obtain the original manuals from Invacare®. If you have problems with the mobility aid, please proceed as follows: ·...
  • Page 23 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Mobility None Batteries Replace batteries See chapter 8.4. device defective judders in (unstable drive mode voltage) Drive motor(s) Replace motor(s) See chapter 8.10.1. defective Replace carbon See chapter 8.10.4. brushes Batteries None Batteries Replace batteries See chapter 8.4.

  • Page 24: Acs2 Remotes: Error Codes And Diagnostic Codes

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite ACS2 remotes: Error codes and diagnostic codes The drive electronics can automatically rectify some faults. In this case the status display will stop blinking. Switch the remote on and off again several times. Wait around 5 seconds each time before switching the remote on again.

  • Page 25: Test Procedures

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Test procedures Testing the motor Requirements: · digital multimeter with resistance measurement · Use the remote to identify which motor is possibly defective, as described in chapter 6.2. · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote.

  • Page 26: Testing The Electro-Mechanical Parking Brake

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Testing the electro-mechanical parking brake Note This test should only be carried out on mobility aids with conventional motor/transmission units. CAUTION! Material damage can be caused to the electronic module due to short-circuits in the electro-mechanical brake.
  • Page 27 Connect the digital multimeter to the adjacent central motor plug contacts (3) and measure the resistance between the contacts. · If there is a defect, replace the motor and send it to Invacare® Service for inspection or repair. Note A resistance of between 40 and 80 ohms indicates an intact brake.

  • Page 28: Checking An Actuator

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Checking an actuator Requirements: · digital multimeter with resistance measurement · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1. · Take exact note of the positions of all cables and the sockets that they are connected to. Mark the connectors and sockets or take a photograph with a digital camera.

  • Page 29: Repair Work

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Repair work CAUTION! Danger of injury and damage to property, if the maximum speed reduction on a wheelchair with a lifter does not function correctly! The wheelchair’s control unit must reduce the maximum possible speed as soon as the lifter is raised.

  • Page 30: Middle Cover

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.1.2 Middle cover Removing the middle cover: · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1. · Loosen the two thumbscrews (1) on the left and right sides of the wheelchair. · Pull the cover towards the rear and out of the wheelchair.

  • Page 31: Side Cover

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.1.3 Side cover Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench Removing the side cover: · Use a 4 mm Allen wrench to loosen the hexagon socket head screw (1). · Remove the cover (2). Installing the side cover: ·...

  • Page 32: Front Cover

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.1.4 Front cover Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench · 5 mm Allen wrench · 10 mm Allen wrench · 11 mm socket wrench · 13 mm socket wrench · 13 mm open-ended wrench ·...

  • Page 33: Electronic Modules

    · Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare® specialist dealers! · Invacare® can only give a warranty for safe mobility aid driving behaviour - especially tipping stability - for unaltered standard drive programs! Note All power modules are delivered with a standard drive program.
  • Page 34 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Disconnect the plugs (1) from the power module (3) and from the actuator module (4). · Use the 8 mm socket wrench to loosen both nuts (2). · Pull the actuator module with the holder towards the rear and off of the guides.

  • Page 35: Replacing The Actuator Module

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.2.2 Replacing the actuator module Requirements: · 7 mm socket wrench · Phillips screwdriver, size 2 Removing the actuator module: · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1.

  • Page 36: Replacing The G-Trac Sensor

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.2.3 Replacing the G-Trac sensor Requirements: · 10 mm open-ended wrench Uninstalling the G-Trac sensor: · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1. ·...

  • Page 37: Replacing The Lighting Circuit Board

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.2.4 Replacing the lighting circuit board Requirements: · 8 mm open-ended wrench · Phillips screwdriver, size 2 Uninstalling the lighting circuit board: · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1.

  • Page 38: Replace Remote

    · Alterations to the drive programme must only be carried out by authorised Invacare® dealers! · Invacare® can only assume a warranty for the safe vehicle handling of the wheelchair – in particular tipping stability - for this standard, unaltered drive programme!

  • Page 39: Drive Program Selection After Component Replacement

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.2.6 Drive program selection after component replacement The drive program is saved in the remote and in the power module. If one of these two components is replaced, the system must be told which of the components has not been replaced so that it knows which contains the current controller profile.

  • Page 40: Profile Selection With Remote Rem 550

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.2.6.2 Profile selection with remote REM 550 · Insert the plug into the remote or into the power module respectively. · Switch the remote on. The display (2) shows that you need to select a profile.

  • Page 41: Updating The Driving Program

    · Alterations to the drive program must only be carried out by trained Invacare®-dealers! · Invacare® can only assume a warranty for the safe vehicle handling of the wheelchair – in particular tipping stability - for unaltered standard drive programs! Pre-requisites: ·...

  • Page 42: Batteries

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Batteries 8.4.1 Removing the batteries ATTENTION: Injury hazard and possible material damages if batteries are handled improperly! · The installation of new batteries may only be carried out by authorised specialists. · Observe the warning information on the batteries.
  • Page 43 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Disconnect the battery cable from the electronic module. · Loosen and remove both of the knurled head screws (4). · Loosen and remove the knurled head screws (2). · Turn the rear cover (1) down along with the electronic modules.
  • Page 44 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Pull the rubber caps (2) off of both battery terminals (1). · Use the 11 mm socket wrench to loosen and remove the battery terminal screws. · Remove the battery cable. · Pull the battery (3) out onto the rear cover by its belt (4).

  • Page 45: Correct Handling Of Damaged Batteries

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.4.2 Correct handling of damaged batteries WARNING: BURN HAZARD! Injury hazard due to discharged acid. · Always wear acid-proof protective gloves when handling batteries. · Always wear protective goggles when handling batteries. What to do if acid is discharged: ·...

  • Page 46: Checking And Replacing The Main Fuse

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Checking and replacing the main fuse CAUTION: Fire hazard! · Always use an original strip fuse with the approved amperage. · If the main fuse has blown, first rectify the cause before fitting a new one.
  • Page 47 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · The main fuse may only be replaced once the fault has been rectified. · Remove the strip fuse nuts (3) with an 8 mm socket spanner. · Replace the strip fuse. Fitting the main fuse: ·...

  • Page 48: Checking The Cables

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Checking the cables · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1. · Check all cables for visible damage, crushing points or abrasion points. ·...

  • Page 49: Lighting System

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Lighting system 8.7.1 Replacing front headlight completely (LED lighting unit) Note Replacing an individual LED is not possible. If there is a defect, replace the entire front headlight. Requirements: · Jaw spanner 7 mm ·...
  • Page 50 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Remove the front headlight plug from the lighting PCB. · Free the cable or remove any cable ties. · Loosen the nut (2) with a 7 mm jaw spanner and a 3 mm Allen key.

  • Page 51: Replacing The Front Bulb Holder (Led Lighting Unit)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.7.2 Replacing the front bulb holder (LED lighting unit) Requirements: · Jaw spanner 7 mm · Allen key 3 mm · TX25 torx screwdriver · oblique pliers · cable binder · Loosen the nut (2) with a 7 mm jaw spanner and a 3 mm Allen key and remove.

  • Page 52: Replacing The Rear Light Completely (Led Lighting Unit)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.7.3 Replacing the rear light completely (LED lighting unit) Note Replacing an individual LED is not possible. If there is a defect, replace the entire rear light. Uninstalling the tail light: · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote.

  • Page 53: Replacing Light Bulbs In The Front (Conventional Lighting System)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.7.4 Replacing light bulbs in the front (Conventional lighting system) Requirements: · Phillips screwdriver size 2 · Loosen the concealed Phillips head screw (1) on the back of the head lamp / turn indicator combination.

  • Page 54: Replacing The Head Lamps Completely (Conventional Lighting System)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.7.5 Replacing the head lamps completely (conventional lighting system) Requirements: · Phillips screwdriver size 2 · Side cutting pliers · Cable ties Uninstalling head lamps: · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. ·...
  • Page 55 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Loosen both Phillips screws (1). · Detach the headlight from its holding bracket. · Replace the headlight. Installing headlights: · Assemble all parts again in reverse order. · Install the cables carefully and secure them with cable ties.

  • Page 56: Replacing The Headlight Bracket (Conventional Lighting System)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.7.6 Replacing the headlight bracket (conventional lighting system) Requirements: · TX25 Torx wrench · Phillips screwdriver size 2 If the headlight does not need to be replaced: · Loosen both Phillips screws (1). ·...
  • Page 57 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Loosen both Torx screws (2). · Remove the headlight bracket (1). · Replace the bracket. Installing the headlight bracket: · Assemble all parts again in reverse order. · Tighten the screws hand-tight. ·...

  • Page 58: Replacing The Rear Bulb (Conventional Lighting Unit)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.7.7 Replacing the rear bulb (conventional lighting unit) Requirements: · Phillips screwdriver size 2 · Undo the Phillips screw in the transparent cover over the rear light/indicator combination. · Remove the transparent plastic cover.

  • Page 59: Replacing The Complete Tail Light Assembly (Conventional Lighting System)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.7.8 Replacing the complete tail light assembly (conventional lighting system) Requirements: · 8 mm socket wrench Uninstalling the tail light: · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote. · Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1.

  • Page 60: Replacing The Tail Light Bracket (Conventional Lighting System)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.7.9 Replacing the tail light bracket (conventional lighting system) Requirements: · Phillips screwdriver size 2 · 8 mm socket wrench · 4 mm Allen wrench · 5 mm Allen wrench Uninstalling the tail light bracket: ·...

  • Page 61: Front Wheels

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Front wheels 8.8.1 Repairing a flat tire in the front · Repair the flat tire as described in the user manual supplied with the wheel chair. 8.8.2 Replacing the steering head bearings on the steering wheels WARNING: Danger of crushing! The mobility device is very heavy.
  • Page 62 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Carefully remove the plastic cap (1) with the large screwdriver. · Loosen the 19 mm nut (1) with the socket spanner and remove it. Hold the wheel so that it does not rotate when the nut is being removed.
  • Page 63 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL CAUTION! Incorrect reassembly can damage the bearings and cause the steering wheels to fall out! The single-row angular ball bearing rings are not identical on both sides! There is only one correct way to insert them! ·...

  • Page 64: Changing A Front Wheel (Normal Front Wheel)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.8.3 Changing a front wheel (normal front wheel) WARNING: Danger of crushing! The mobility device is very heavy. Injury hazard to hands and feet! · You should seek help from a second person. Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device! ·...
  • Page 65 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Remove the washer (3). · Take the wheel (1) off the axle (2). Refitting the wheel: · Refit the parts in reverse order. · When installing the wheel, pay attention to the correct direction of rotation.

  • Page 66: Changing A Front Wheel (Normal Front Wheel)

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.8.4 Changing a front wheel (normal front wheel) WARNING: Danger of crushing! The mobility device is very heavy. Injury hazard to hands and feet! · You should seek help from a second person. Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device! ·...

  • Page 67: Drive Wheels

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Drive wheels 8.9.1 Replacing the drive wheel WARNING: Danger of crushing! The mobility device is very heavy. Injury hazard to hands and feet! · You should seek help from a second person. Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device! ·...

  • Page 68: Replacing A Tyre Or Inner Tube

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.9.2 Replacing a tyre or inner tube Note There are three different types of tyres or inner tubes, and specific points must be observed for the replacement of each type. It is easy to tell the difference between the tyre or inner tube types: ·...
  • Page 69 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Remove the wheel as described in chapter 8.9.1. ATTENTION: Explosion hazard! If the wheelchair is fitted with pneumatic tyres, the wheel can explode if the air is not released from the tyre before removing the wheel! ·...

  • Page 70: Replacing Puncture-Proof Tyres

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.9.2.2 Replacing puncture-proof tyres Requirements: · 6 mm Allen key · Two long wooden blocks, min. 14 x 14 x 30 cm · Three joiner's clamps with plastic caps · Torque spanner 5 - 25 Nm (or similar) ·...

  • Page 71: Replacing The Drive Wheel Hub

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.9.3 Replacing the drive wheel hub CAUTION! Possible material damage to mobility device! Collisions can be caused if the adjusting washers are removed during fitting work to the drive wheels! · Adjusting washers are often fitted between the drive shaft and the wheel hub to even out tolerances.

  • Page 72: Drive Unit

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.10 Drive unit 8.10.1 Replacing the motor/transmission unit WARNING: Danger of crushing! The mobility device is very heavy. Injury hazard to hands and feet! · You should seek help from a second person. Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device! ·...
  • Page 73 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Use a 6 mm Allen wrench and a 13 mm socket wrench to loosen and remove the four hexagon socket head screws (1). · Remove the screws together with the washers. · Pull the motor/gear box unit (3) forwards out of its holder (2). Take into account the heavy weight of the unit.

  • Page 74: Replacing Or Rotating The Motor / Gearbox Unit Sealing Ring

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.10.2 Replacing or rotating the motor / gearbox unit sealing ring CAUTION: Danger of crushing! The motor / gearbox unit is very heavy. Danger of injury to the hands! · Pay attention to the heavy weight.

  • Page 75: Replacing The Motor / Gearbox Coupling

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.10.3 Replacing the motor / gearbox coupling CAUTION: Danger of crushing! The motor / gearbox unit is very heavy. Danger of injury to the hands! · Pay attention to the heavy weight. Requirements: · 10 mm socket wrench Uninstalling the motor / gearbox coupling: ·...
  • Page 76 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Installing the motor / gearbox coupling: · Place the new clutch (7) on the motor axle. Pay attention to the position of the groove. · Position the locking ring (5) on the motor (4) or the gearbox (1).

  • Page 77: Replacing The Carbon Brushes

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.10.4 Replacing the carbon brushes Note The wheelchair can be equipped with 2-pole or 4-pole motors. Always replace all carbon brushes on both motors at the same time. Always use carbon brushes of identical types.
  • Page 78 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Loosen and remove all four plastic caps (3) using a blade screwdriver. · Note the fixing position and location of the carbon brushes. Note Used carbon brushes need to the refitted exactly in the same position from which they were taken in order to guarantee optimum contact to the collector.

  • Page 79: Replacing The Rubber Shock Absorbers

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.11 Replacing the rubber shock absorbers Requirements: · 13 mm socket wrench · Several wooden blocks Note In the following procedure steps, the wheelchair is manually lifted up and secured in this position using wooden blocks. Alternatively, you can achieve this by lifting the wheelchair using a crane or a combination of pulley and belts, if your workshop has the corresponding equipment.
  • Page 80 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Repeat this on the other side of the wheelchair. Installing rubber shock absorbers: · Assemble the parts in reverse order. · Tighten the rubber shock absorbers and nuts hand-tight.

  • Page 81: Replacing The Tube Frame

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.12 Replacing the tube frame Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench · 5 mm Allen wrench · 11 mm socket wrench · 13 mm socket wrench · 19 mm socket wrench · 13 mm open-ended wrench ·...
  • Page 82 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Assembling the tube frame: · Assemble the parts in reverse order. · Tighten the self-locking nuts (4) to a torque of 120 Nm.

  • Page 83: Replacing The Double Bearing Of The Dual Swing Technology (D.s.t.)

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.13 Replacing the double bearing of the Dual Swing Technology (D.S.T.) Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench · 5 mm Allen wrench · 10 mm Allen wrench · 11 mm socket wrench · 13 mm socket wrench ·...
  • Page 84 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Repeat these work steps on the other side of the wheelchair. · Push the seat and the tube frame to one side on the front wheels. Make sure the tube frame does not get scratched during this procedure.

  • Page 85: Replacing The Battery Boxes

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.14 Replacing the battery boxes Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench · 5 mm Allen wrench · 6 mm Allen wrench · 10 mm Allen wrench · 8 mm socket wrench · 11 mm socket wrench ·...

  • Page 86: Replacing The Tilt Actuator

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.15 Replacing the tilt actuator Requirements: · flat screwdriver, blade width approx. 6 mm · oblique pliers · small hammer · cable binder · Remove the legrests. · Switch the electronics OFF on the remote.
  • Page 87 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Remove the SL fuse (2) on the top fixing bolt (1) with the screwdriver. · Pull the fixing bolt (1) out. · Pull the adjustment spindle out together with the actuator. · Insert the new adjustment spindle with the actuator.

  • Page 88: Replacing The Tilt Module

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.16 Replacing the tilt module WARNING: Danger of crushing! The seat and its support are very heavy. Danger of injury to hands and feet! · Let a second person help you. Requirements: · 10 mm Allen wrench ·...
  • Page 89 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Loosen and remove the four screws (2). Depending on the tilt module, use a 13 mm open-end wrench for all four screws a 5 mm Allen key for the two in the front, and a 13 mm open-end wrench for the two in the back.

  • Page 90: Replacing The Lifter / Tilt Module

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.17 Replacing the lifter / tilt module WARNING: Danger of crushing! The seat is very heavy. Danger of injury to hands and feet! · Let a second person help you. Requirements: · 5 mm Allen key ·...
  • Page 91 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Open the power supply chain of the lifter: - Flip the cover (1) up. - Pull the flap (2) out of the cover. - Repeat this procedure link by link. · Remove both cable ties that secure the cable at the ends of the power supply chain.
  • Page 92 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite WARNING: Danger of crushing! The seat is very heavy. Danger of injury to hands and feet! · Let a second person help you. · Loosen the four screws (1) that attach the seat to the lifter / tilt module using a 5 mm Allen key.
  • Page 93 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Loosen the four screws (1). · Lift the lifter / tilt module out of the frame. Installing the tilt module: · Install the tilt module in reverse order. Make sure that seat tilt mounting brackets (2) are affixed with screws to the top holes in the seat frame brackets (5).

  • Page 94: Backrest Unit

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.18 Backrest unit 8.18.1 Replacing the standard backrest Requirements: · 5 mm Allen key · open-ended spanner, 10 mm · open-ended spanner, 13 mm Dismantling the backrest unit: · Remove the backrest cushion. ·...
  • Page 95 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Refitting the backrest unit: · Replace the parts in the reverse order. · To conclude, you should always carry out a trial run to test the vehicle functions.

  • Page 96: Replacing A Standard Backrest With Quick Release

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 8.18.2 Replacing a standard backrest with quick release Requirements: · 5 mm Allen key · open-ended spanner, 10 mm · open-ended spanner, 13 mm Dismantling the backrest unit: · Remove the backrest cushion. ·...

  • Page 97: Replacing A Flex 2 Backrest

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 8.18.3 Replacing a Flex 2 backrest Requirements: · 5 mm Allen key · open-ended spanner, 10 mm · open-ended spanner, 13 mm Dismantling the backrest unit: · Remove the backrest cushion. · Loosen the hand wheels (6).

  • Page 98: Installing Accessories

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Installing accessories Splash guard 9.1.1 Replacing a front splash guard WARNING: Danger of crushing! The wheelchair is very heavy. Danger of injury to the hands and feet! · Let a second person help you.

  • Page 99: Replacing A Rear Splash Guard

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 9.1.2 Replacing a rear splash guard Requirements: · 6 mm Allen wrench Note Different splash guards must be fitted, depending on the seat depth, seat width and which seat support plates are installed. ·...

  • Page 100: Replacing The Holding Strap

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite Replacing the holding strap Requirements: · open-ended spanner, 13 mm · 5 mm Allen key Note A nut is fixed between the two washers (2) and (4) as a spacer so that the belt mounting can rotate freely.

  • Page 101: Operating Hours Counter

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Operating hours counter 9.3.1 Replacing the operating hours counter Requirements: · Philipps screwdriver, size 2 · 7 mm open-end wrench The operating hours counter is located in the side cover. · Disconnect the plug-in connection of the operating hours counter from the drive motor.
  • Page 102 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite · Assembly of the operating hours counter is carried out in the reverse order. · Connect the plug of the blue wire (-) to the plug contact of the operating hours counter which is marked with a "2".

  • Page 103: Replacing The Connecting Cable Of The Operating Hours Counter

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 9.3.2 Replacing the connecting cable of the operating hours counter Requirements: · Philipps screwdriver, size 2 · Side cutters · Cable ties · The operating hours counter is located in the side cover. ·...
  • Page 104 ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite CAUTION! Property damage can result if the counter is wrongly connected. If the plus and minus wires are connected the wrong way, it will damage the electronic components of the operating hours counter. · Make sure the cable is connected correctly.

  • Page 105: Luggage Carrier

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL Luggage carrier Requirements: · 5 mm Allen wrench · 10 mm open-ended wrench · If no conventional lighting system is installed: Loosen and remove both hexagon socket head screws (4) together with the washer.

  • Page 106: Further Accessories

    - Open the clamping levers of the luggage carrier fixation bracket. - Push the luggage carrier slightly towards the rear. - Close the clamping levers of the luggage carrier fixation bracket. Further accessories Note You can find the installation guides for further accessories at http://www.invacare.com...

  • Page 107: Adjusting The Seating Position

    In order to adapt the mobility device optimally to the requirements of the user, we recommend that you ask your authorised Invacare® the dealer toadjust the seat depth individually. Adapting the seat to the user's seating position depends on which seat has been fitted, and should be carried out in the following sequence.

  • Page 108: Adjusting The Seat Height

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 10.1 Adjusting the seat height 10.1.1 12°-Tilt Module with Standard seat or Flex 2 seat Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench · 13 mm open-ended wrench · Screwdriver, flat, width approx. 6 mm · Small hammer WARNING: Danger of crushing! The seat is very heavy.
  • Page 109 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Use the open-end wrench to loosen and remove the self-securing nut (1). Pay attention to the washer while doing so. · Place a support under the seat. · Pull the screw (2). Pay attention to the washers while doing so.

  • Page 110: 20° Tilt Module With Flex 2 Seat

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 10.1.2 20° tilt module with Flex 2 seat Requirements: · 5 mm Allen wrench · Screwdriver, flat, width approx. 6 mm · Small hammer WARNING: Danger of crushing! The seat is very heavy. Danger of injury to hands and feet! ·...

  • Page 111: Adjusting The Center Of Gravity Of The Seat

    ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL 10.2 Adjusting the center of gravity of the seat The center of gravity of the seat can be adjusted by mounting the seat frame farther towards the front or the rear on the seat support of the tilt module.

  • Page 112: Standard Seat

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 10.2.1 Standard seat Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench · 5 mm Allen wrench · 13 mm open-ended wrench · Flat screwdriver · Smal hammer WARNING: Danger of crushing! The seat is very heavy. Danger of injury to hands and feet! ·...
  • Page 113 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL The picture shows where the drillholes for fixing the seat frame (3) are located on the base frame. · Rear drillholes (1) · Front bolts (2) · The seat frame can only be fixed in one...

  • Page 114: Flex-Ii Seat

    ® SERVICE MANUAL Invacare - Kite 10.2.2 Flex-II seat Requirements: · 4 mm Allen wrench · 5 mm Allen wrench · 13 mm open-ended wrench · Flat screwdriver · Smal hammer WARNING: Danger of crushing! The seat is very heavy. Danger of injury to hands and feet! ·...
  • Page 115 ® Invacare - Kite SERVICE MANUAL · Loosen the fixation screws at the appropriate positions (2). 12° tilt 20° tilt · Slide the Flex 2 seat forward or rearward until the fixation screws can be inserted into the corresponding variation holes: 1 –...

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