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Invacare® Storm®⁴
Storm⁴, Storm⁴ X-plore, Storm⁴ True Track
EN Power Wheelchair
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  • Page 1 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Storm⁴, Storm⁴ X-plore, Storm⁴ True Track EN Power Wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
  • Page 2 All rights reserved. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Trademarks are identified by ™and ®. All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5 Driving......... 24 Contents 5.1 Before driving for the first time .
  • Page 4 6.4.3 Adjusting the width of the parallel sliding 6.8.2 Adjusting the height of the headrest or armrests ....... 34 neckrest .
  • Page 5 6.16 Adjusting or removing the luggage carrier ... . . 55 7.5.1 Swivelling the legrest outward and/or 6.17 Using the KLICKfix adapter ..... . . 56 removing .
  • Page 6 9.3.3 Monthly ....... . 79 9.3.4 Inspections performed ..... 80 9.4 Repair Instructions .

  • Page 7: General

    If you find that the font size in the print version of the user manual Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in is difficult to read, you can download it as a pdf from the Invacare minor or slight injury if it is not avoided.

  • Page 8: Type Classification And Intended Use

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ weather conditions. When equipped with an appropriate lighting This product complies with Directive 93/42/EEC system, the vehicle is suitable for use on public roads. concerning medical devices. The launch date of this product is stated in the CE declaration of conformity.

  • Page 9: Warranty

    General • You should immediately contact an authorised Invacare dealer if that we estimate a service life for this product does not constitute an the usability of your mobility device is restricted due to: additional warranty. – the lighting system (if fitted) failing or being defective –...

  • Page 10: Safety

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 2 Safety WARNING! Risk of damage or injury if mobility device is accidentally set into motion 2.1 General safety notes – Switch the mobility device off before you get in, get out or handle unwieldy objects. WARNING! – When the drive is disengaged, the brake inside the Risk of injury if mobility device is used in any drive is deactivated.
  • Page 11 Safety WARNING! CAUTION! Risk of injury when transferring mobility device Risk of injury if maximum permissible load is to a vehicle for transport with the occupant exceeded seated in it – Do not exceed the maximum permissible load (refer – It is always better to transfer the mobility device to a to 12 Technical data, page 95).

  • Page 12: Safety Information With Regard To Care And Maintenance

    – Do not connect any electric devices to your mobility International standards as to its compliance with Electromagnetic device that are not expressly certified by Invacare for Interference (EMI) regulations. However, electromagnetic fields, this purpose. Have all electrical installations done by such as those generated by radio and television transmitters, and your authorised Invacare dealer.

  • Page 13: Safety Information On Driving And Freewheel Mode

    Safety 2.4 Safety information on driving and freewheel WARNING! mode Risk of injury if the mobility device tips over (continued) WARNING! – Never use the mobility device to transport more than Risk of injury if the mobility device tips over one person.

  • Page 14: Safety Information Regarding Changes And Modifications To The Mobility Device

    WARNING! accessories are replaced or added that have not been Risk of injury approved for this product by Invacare. If your mobility device has been fitted with elevating – In this case, the company that adds or replaces the legrests, there is a risk of personal injury and damage to...
  • Page 15 Seating systems, additions and accessory parts which A retrofitted backrest which is not approved by Invacare have not been approved by Invacare for use with this for use with this mobility device may overload the mobility aid can affect the tipping stability and increase backrest tube and thus increase the risk of injuries and tipping hazards.

  • Page 16: Safety Information On Wheelchairs With A Lifter

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 2.6 Safety information on wheelchairs with a CAUTION! lifter Risk of malfunction of the lifter module – Inspect the lifter module at regular intervals to make WARNING! sure there are no foreign objects or visible damage, Risk of injury by moving parts and to make sure the electric plugs are firmly inserted –...

  • Page 17: Safety Information On Wheelchairs With Recaro Seats And Aj Optimist Seats

    Safety 2.7 Safety information on wheelchairs with Recaro seats and AJ Optimist seats More than 30° CAUTION! NEVER!! Risk of injury if the wheelchair tips over The center of gravity of a Recaro seat or AJ Optimist seat is higher than that of other seats. These seats are also heavier than other seating systems.

  • Page 18: The Position Of The Labels On The Product

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 2.8 The position of the labels on the product If the symbol appears on a bright yellow sticker, the anchoring point is suitable for fixation of the mobility device in a vehicle for use as a vehicle seat.
  • Page 19 Invacare for this Identification of the position of the coupling lever for driving purpose. and push operation (only the right side is visible in the picture): •...
  • Page 20 Invacare® Storm®⁴ This symbol indicates the This product has been “Push” position of the supplied from an coupling lever. In this position environmentally aware the motor is disengaged and manufacturer. This product the motor brakes are not may contain substances that operational.

  • Page 21: Components

    Components 3 Components Suspension, rear (both not visible in illustration, adjustable for Storm4 X-plore only) 3.1 Key features Suspension, center (Storm4 X-plore only) 3.2 Remotes Your mobility device may be fitted with one of several different remotes. For information on the different functions and how to operate a particular remote, refer to its corresponding user manual (enclosed).

  • Page 22: Getting In And Out Of The Mobility Device

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 4.2 Disconnecting the remote 4 Getting in and out of the mobility device Switch off the remote. – The armrest must be removed in order to get into or out of the mobility device from the side. 4.1 Removing the standard armrest in order to side transfer Pull the plug A of the remote cable to disconnect the remote.

  • Page 23: Using The Cane Holder

    Getting in and out of the mobility device Depending on the armrest type of your mobility device, detach the armrest or swivel it up. Now slide onto your new seat. NOTE – If you do not have sufficient muscle strength, you should ask other persons for help.

  • Page 24: Driving

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 5.2 Parking and stationary 5 Driving When parking your vehicle or if your vehicle is stationary for a The maximum load capacity that is stated in the technical prolonged period: data only states that the system is designed for this mass in total.

  • Page 25: The Correct Way To Overcome Obstacles

    Driving 5.3.3 The correct way to overcome obstacles CAUTION! Risk 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. – Always return the backrest of your seat or the seat tilt (if adjustable seat tilt is available) to an upright position Right Wrong...

  • Page 26: Using Foldable Antitippers

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Important information about regulating the actuator functions on gradients – Your mobility device is fitted with an angular sensor which guarantees tipping stability. The sensor measures the actual angle of the drive unit, and prevents any further decrease in stability by restricting the functionality of the adjustment actuators.

  • Page 27: Use On Public Roads

    When the mobility device is Contact your Invacare dealer if you have any questions. parked, the levers for engaging and disengaging the motors must without fail be locked firmly into the 5.7 Pushing the mobility device in freewheel...

  • Page 28: Disengaging The Motors (Gb Motors)

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Disengaging the motor: Each motor is fitted with an engaging lever which is used to engage or disengage the motor. Switch off remote. Pull the engaging lever (1) upwards. Disengaging the motor: The motor is disengaged. Switch off remote.
  • Page 29 Driving Engaging the motor: Push the engaging lever A forwards. The motor is now engaged. Note that both motors must always be engaged before driving! 1529686-P...

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Mobility Device To The User's Seating Posture

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 6 Adjusting the mobility device to the Recaro® seats and AJ Optimist seats – For more information on a Recaro® seat or AJ user's seating posture Optimist seat, refer to the separate user manuals that come with the seats.

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Remote For The Length Of The User's Arm (All Seat Systems)

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture 6.2.1 Adjusting the remote for the length of the 6.2.3 Swivelling the remote to the side user's arm (all seat systems) Loosen wing bolt A. Shift the remote forwards or backwards to the desired distance. If your mobility device is fitted with a swing-away remote holder, Retighten the bolt.

  • Page 32: Setting The Height Of The Armrests

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ To change the position of the arm support, loosen the screw (1) and remove it. Unscrew screw (1) with Allen key. The position of the arm support is adjusted by selecting a Adjust armrest to required height. combination of screw holes in the arm support and the drillholes Retighten the screw.

  • Page 33: Adjustment Options For Parallel Sliding Armrests

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture Requirements: • Allen key 8 mm Release the knob to adjust the armrest angle (1). Loosen screw (1). Adjust armrest to required position. Set the angle for the armrest. Retighten the screw. Retighten the knob.

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Width Of The Parallel Sliding Armrests

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Release the bolts to adjust the armrest angle (1) with the allen key. Undo the bolts on both sides of the backrest cover (1). The photograph only shows the bolts on the left-hand side. Remove the backrest cover (2).

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Mobility Of The Parallel Sliding Armrests

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture Repeat the procedure for the other armrest. Replace the backrest cover (2). When doing so, ensure that the recesses in the sides are located correctly. 10. Retighten the bolts on both sides of the backrest cover (1) again. To make the armrest easier to move, release the bolt of the The photograph only shows the bolts on the left-hand side.

  • Page 36: Adjustment Options For The Modulite Seat Unit

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 6.5 Adjustment options for the Modulite seat unit 6.5.1 Adjusting the height of the armrests Put the armrest in the vertical position. Loosen the wing screw A. Release the interior bolts (1) with the Allen key. Set the armrest to the desired height.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Position Of The Armrest In Depth

    The description of how the width is adjusted is contained in the service instructions for this mobility device. The service instructions Loosen screw A. can be ordered from Invacare. However, they contain instructions Adjust armrest to required position. for specially trained service technicians and describe operations that Retighten the screw.

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Seat Depth

    6.6 Adjusting the seat angle device. The service instructions can be ordered from CAUTION! Invacare. However, they contain instructions for specially trained technicians and describe operations Adjusting the seat tilt or the backrest angle that are not intended for the end user.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Backrest

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture 6.7.1 Electrical NOTE – Activate the motor brakes (engage motor) before Consult the user manual for your remote for information about adjusting the seat angle. electrical adjustment. – Only adjust the seat angle manually if nobody is sitting 6.7.2 Adjusting the backrest (standard seat) —...

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Back Seat Angle On The Easy-Adapt Seating System

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 6.7.3 Adjusting the back seat angle on the Easy-Adapt seating system Adjust the angle by turning the handwheel (1). 6.7.4 Adjusting the height of the backrest (Modulite Loosen the backrest plate screws A and B. seat unit) Do not remove the screws! Move the backrest plate to the required height.

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Backrest Angle (Modulite Seat Unit)

    6.7.6 Adjusting the backrest angle (Modulite seat replacement description, see the service instructions unit) for this mobility device. The service instructions can be ordered from Invacare. However, they contain CAUTION! instructions for specially trained service technicians Every change to the seat angle and every backrest...

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Adaptable Backrest Padding

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ • On both sides, loosen and remove the upper backrest screw A. With adjustment straps which are adjustable using Velcro. Set the required backrest angle. Please see Method 2. Use scale B on the backrest for this purpose. Ensure that you Method 1 set the same angle on both sides.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The 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 44: Adjusting The Height Of The Headrest Or Neckrest

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Requirements: • Allen key 5 mm Loosen the knob A. Adjust the headrest or neckrest to the required height. Retighten the knob. Loosen the screws A , B or the clamping lever C. Adjust the headrest or neckrest to the required position.

  • Page 45: Types Of Postural Belts

    You can find more information about maintenance work on belts in the service manual, which is available from Invacare. Belt can only be adjusted on one side which can result in the buckle 6.10 The Lifter...

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Trunk Support (Easy-Adapt Seating System)

    CAUTION! temperatures of less than 0 °C Risk of tipping, if the speed limiter sensors fail – Invacare mobility aids are fitted with safety mechanisms when the lifter is raised that prevent capacity overload of the electronic – If you find that the speed reduction function is not components.

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Height

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture 6.11.2 Adjusting the height Requirements: • Allen key 5 mm Open the zip. Undo the screws (1) for the depth adjustment. Adjust the trunk support to the required position. Retighten the screws. Close the zip again.

  • Page 48: Laterally Adjusting The Tray

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 6.12.1 Laterally adjusting the tray CAUTION! Risk of injury! When the tray is raised it does not lock in place in this position! – Do not tilt the tray up and leave it leaning in this position. – Never attempt to drive with the tray tilted up.

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Seat Depth

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture Repeat these operations on the other side of the seat. Now tighten all the screws again. 6.13.2 Adjusting the seat depth NOTE – Also refer to the previous chapter entitled 6.13.1 Adjusting seat width, page 48.

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Seat Depth Without Replacing The Seat Support Plate

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ to chapter 6.13.4 Adjusting the seat depth with replacing the seat support plate, page 51. 6.13.3 Adjusting the seat depth without replacing the seat support plate Holes used Holes used Seat Seat in front seat in rear seat...

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Seat Depth With Replacing The Seat Support Plate

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture 6.13.4 Adjusting the seat depth with replacing the Repeat these operations on the other side of the seat. Undo and remove the two Allen screws (5) including washers. seat support plate Assembly: Pull the seat support to the required length so that the Allen screws (5) can be inserted in the holes in accordance with the...

  • Page 52: Backrest Unit With Ergonomic Length Compensation (Easy-Adapt)

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 6.14 Backrest unit with ergonomic length Place the headlights including their holders safely on the rear section of the battery box cover. compensation (Easy-Adapt) Remove the cover plates (1). 6.14.1 Adjusting the width Undo the two Allen screws (9) at the front on the seat support plate and remove them.

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Suspension And The Shock Absorbance

    These adjustments should only be carried out by trained specialists. Contact your authorized Invacare specialist dealer. NOTE – It is easier to adjust the suspension and shock absorbance if there is no-one sitting in the chair.

  • Page 54: Disabling The Suspension And Shock Absorbance

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 6.15.2 Disabling the suspension and shock absorbance • If you set the shock absorbance harder, you get a more direct response to the ground for more sportive driving with a less You can disable the suspension and shock absorbance so that they swinging chassis.

  • Page 55: Adjusting Or Removing The Luggage Carrier

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture 6.16 Adjusting or removing the luggage carrier Risk of damage as a result of collisions Parts of the mobility device may be damaged if the luggage carrier collides with the seat during seat angle or backrest adjustment.

  • Page 56: Using The Klickfix Adapter

    Rixen + Kaul KLICKfix system. To this you can attach various The adapter can turn in 90° steps, allowing you to attach an accessory accessories such as the cellphone case supplied by Invacare, which from any of four different directions. Please refer to the installation you can use to transport your cellphone, sports glasses etc.

  • Page 57: Adjusting Footrests And Legrests

    Adjusting footrests and legrests Set the lifter and tilt to a comfortable position. 7 Adjusting footrests and legrests 7.1 Center-mounted legrests — Electric legrest Consult the user manual for your remote for information about electrical adjustment. The electric legrest can be lowered completely to assist getting out of the wheelchair.

  • Page 58: Center-Mounted Legrests - Adjustable Legrest

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 7.2 Center-mounted legrests — Adjustable legrest 7.2.1 Adjusting the angle Requirements: • 1 x 10 mm open-ended spanner Pull the lever (1). The footplates rise up automatically. Let go the lever (1) and put your feet on the footplates.

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Calf Pad To The Calf Width Of The User

    Adjusting footrests and legrests 7.2.4 Adjusting the angle of the foot plate Requirements: • 1 x 5 mm socket head spanner Use the socket head spanner to loosen the fastening screws (1). Slide the foot support to the desired height. Tighten the fastening screws.

  • Page 60: Setting The Angle

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Loosen the screw (1) using the Allen key. If the footrest cannot be moved after loosening the screw, position a metal pin in the designated borehole (2) and use a hammer to knock on this lightly. The clamping mechanism in the interior of the footrest will be released by this.

  • Page 61: Setting The End Stop Of The Footrest

    Adjusting footrests and legrests 7.3.3 Setting the end stop of the footrest Requirements: • 1 x 6 mm Allen key • 1 x 10 mm open-ended spanner The end position of the footrest is determined by means of Use the Allen key to loosen the screw (1) and swivel the footrest a rubber stop (1).

  • Page 62: Adjusting The Length Of The Footrest

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Requirements: • 1 x 5 mm Allen key Move the rubber stop to the desired position. Re-tighten the counternut. Use the spanner to loosen the screw (1). Adjust to the desired length. Re-tighten the screw. 7.4 Vari-A legrests 7.4.1 Swivelling the footrest/legrest outward and/or...

  • Page 63: Setting The Angle

    Adjusting footrests and legrests Loosen the locking knob (1) counter-clockwise at least one turn. Press the unlocking button (1) and swivel the footrest/legrest outward. Remove the footrest/legrest in an upward direction. 7.4.2 Setting the angle CAUTION! Risk of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests –...

  • Page 64: Setting The End Stop Of The Legrest

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ The end position of the legrest is determined by means of a rubber stop (1). Set the desired angle. The rubber stop can be screwed in or out A or pushed up or down B. Turn the knob clockwise to tighten it.
  • Page 65 Adjusting footrests and legrests Use the open-ended spanner to loosen the counternut (1). Hit the knob to release the locking mechanism. Move the rubber stop to the desired position. Re-tighten the counternut. Swivel the legrest upward in order to access the rubber stop. Move the legrest to the desired position.

  • Page 66: Adjusting The Length Of The Legrest

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 7.4.4 Adjusting the length of the legrest Requirements: • 1 x 10 mm open-ended spanner CAUTION! Risk of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests – Before and during every journey it is imperative to...

  • Page 67: Unlocking And Swivelling The Calf Pad Backward

    Adjusting footrests and legrests 7.4.7 Unlocking and swivelling the calf pad backward when alighting Press the calf pad straight down. Use the Allen key to loosen the screws (1). Adjust to the desired position. Re-tighten the screws. Unlock the legrest and swivel outward. The calf pad swivels backward on its own.

  • Page 68: Adjusting The Angle-Adjustable Foot Plate

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 7.4.8 Adjusting the angle–adjustable foot plate Requirements: • 1 x 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 69: Setting The Angle

    Adjusting footrests and legrests 7.5.3 Adjusting the length of the legrest CAUTION! Risk of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests – Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that the legrests contact neither the caster wheels nor the ground Requirements: •...

  • Page 70: Adjusting The Height Of The Calf Pad

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Use the Allen key to loosen the screws (1). Adjust to the desired position. Use the open-ended spanner to loosen the nut (1) and remove. Re-tighten the screws. Adjust to the desired depth. Please observe that the round holes are intended for the calf pad retaining screw and the oblong holes for the aglet without thread.

  • Page 71: Unlocking And Swivelling The Calf Pad Backward

    Adjusting footrests and legrests 7.5.6 Unlocking and swivelling the calf pad backward 7.5.7 Adjusting the angle–adjustable foot plate when alighting Requirements: • 1 x 5 mm Allen key Press the calf pad straight down. Use the Allen key to loosen both set screws on the foot plate. Adjust to the desired angle.

  • Page 72: Angle-Adjustable Footboard

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Loosen the locking screw(1) on both sides with the mm Allen key. Use the Allen key to loosen the set screw on the foot plate (1). Adjust the footboard to the required angle. Adjust the foot plate to the desired angle or depth.
  • Page 73 Adjusting footrests and legrests Loosen the screws using the open-end spanner. Adjust the legrest to the desired position. Re-tighten the screws. 1529686-P...

  • Page 74: Electrical System

    When the battery indicator reached the red LED range, charge – A defective main fuse may be replaced only after the batteries for 16 hours minimum, neglecting the charge checking the entire electric system. An Invacare complete display! specialised dealer must perform the replacement. You •...

  • Page 75: How To Charge The Batteries

    – Only ever use the battery charger supplied with your be left unattended during charging. All charging devices which vehicle, or a charger that has been approved by are supplied by Invacare comply with these requirements. Invacare. • You cannot overcharge the batteries when using the charger...

  • Page 76: How To Disconnect The Batteries After Charging

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ • Switch off the mobility device. Pay attention to the Battery Charge Indicator! Charge the Connect the battery charger to the charger socket. batteries when the Battery Charge Indicator shows that battery Connect the battery charger to the power supply.

  • Page 77: Transporting Batteries

    8.2.8 General instructions on handling the batteries • Dead or damaged batteries can be given back to your dealer or Never mix and match different battery manufactures or directly to Invacare. technologies, or use batteries that do not have similar date codes. •...

  • Page 78: Maintenance

    9 Maintenance found in the service manual for this device, which can be obtained from Invacare. That manual, however, is intended to be used by 9.1 Maintenance introduction trained and authorized service technicians, and describes tasks which The term “Maintenance“...

  • Page 79: Weekly

    Maintenance Item Inspection check Action Item Inspection check Action Batteries Check of battery charging Charge the Check that the tires Inflate the tire to the status. Please refer to the batteries (see are inflated to the correct pressure (see remote manual for information chapter 8.2.3 correct pressure.

  • Page 80: 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.
  • Page 81 Maintenance Stamp of authorized dealer / Date / Signature Stamp of authorized dealer / Date / Signature 4th Annual Inspection 5th Annual Inspection Stamp of authorized dealer / Date / Signature Stamp of authorized dealer / Date / Signature 1529686-P...

  • Page 82: Repair Instructions

    12 Technical data, page 95, or consult the service manual, • Torque spanner available from Invacare (in this connection please see the addresses • Repair kit for tire repair or a new inner tube and phone numbers at the end of this user manual). In case you •...

  • Page 83: Repairing Punctures (Drive Wheel With Gb Motor And Pneumatic Tires)

    Maintenance Reinsert the cylinder head screws and tighten to10 Nm. Avoid Re-assembly is done in reverse order. Ensure that the tire is crushing the inner tube! replaced on the same side and in the same travel direction as 10. Ensure that the tire outer is seated correctly. it was previously mounted.

  • Page 84: Repairing A Flat Front Tire

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 9.4.3 Repairing a flat front tire (pneumatic tire 3.00-6") Requirements: • Allen key 5 mm • Open-end spanner 24 mm • Repair kit for inner tubes or a new inner tube. • Talcum powder Remove the wheel Block up the vehicle (place wooden blocks under frame).
  • Page 85 Maintenance Re-position the Allen screws in the rim and tighten them firmly. CAUTION! Make sure the inner tube does not get pinched between the Risk of injury rims halves! If the wheel has been insufficiently tightened during Check to make sure that the tire is squarely in place on the rim. assembly, it can become loosened during driving.

  • Page 86: 10Transport

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ 10.2 Transferring the mobility device to a 10 Transport vehicle 10.1 Transport — General information WARNING! The mobility device is in danger of tipping over CAUTION! if it is transferred to a vehicle while the driver is Injury hazard or material damage if a mobility...

  • Page 87: Use Of The Mobility Device As A Seat In A Vehicle

    Email: sales@unwin-safety.co.uk Web: www.unwin-safety.com – If compatible, use the Docking Station system (available separately) as an alternative way to safely use this wheelchair as a vehicle seat. Contact Invacare for more details. WARNING! Risk of injury Safety restraint devices must only be used when the wheelchair user's weight is 22 kg or more.

  • Page 88: How The Mobility Device Is Anchored In A Vehicle For Use As A Vehicle Seat

    (UK for example), but may also provided with the vehicle. be obtained from Invacare as an option in other countries. – The mobility device should always be anchored facing This mobility device complies with the requirements of ISO in the transport vehicle's intended direction of travel.

  • Page 89: How The User Is Secured Within The Wheelchair

    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 90 Invacare® Storm®⁴ The pelvic belt should be positioned in the area between the user's pelvis and thighs so that it is unobstructed and not too loose. The ideal angle of the pelvic belt to the horizontal is between 45° and 75°.

  • Page 91: Transporting The Mobility Device Without Occupant

    Refer to Removing the batteries. times when you are not working on the battery poles. • Invacare strongly recommends securing the mobility device to the floor of the transporting vehicle. CAUTION! 10.4.1 Opening the rear cover Risk of crushing The batteries are very heavy.

  • Page 92: Removing/Installing The Batteries

    Invacare® Storm®⁴ Remove the rear cover as described in chapter Opening rear cover. Press both locking mechanisms (3) in and open the battery flap. Pull the snap fitting (1) beside the power module backwards. Lift the power module with the holder and remove the mounting from the battery cap flap.
  • Page 93 Transport Removing the batteries: Make the batteries accessible as described in chapter 10.4.2 Making the batteries accessible, page 91. Remove the pole caps (1) from the accessible battery (3). Remove the pole screws located under the pole caps using an 11-mm socket spanner.

  • Page 94: 11After Use

    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 95: 12Technical Data

    Technical data 12 Technical data 12.1 Technical specifications The technical information provided hereafter applies to a standard configuration or represents maximum achievable values. These can change if accessories are added. The precise changes to these values are detailed in the sections for the respective accessories. Permissible operating and storage conditions •...
  • Page 96 Invacare® Storm®⁴ Drive wheel tires • • Tire type 3.00 - 8" pneumatic, puncture-protected or Trelleborg 8x3.00 pneumatic or puncture-proof puncture-protected Tire pressure The recommended maximum tire pressure in bar or kpa is marked on the side wall of the tire or the rim. If more than one value is listed, the lower one in the corresponding units applies.
  • Page 97 Total length (without standard legrests) 910 mm • Seat height (with lifter) 400 - 650 mm (Storm 4) • 440 - 690 mm (Storm 4 X-plore) • Seat height (without lifter) 450/480 mm • Seat width 380 - 530 mm •...
  • Page 98 • Total length (without standard legrests) 910 mm ca. 910 mm 910 mm • Seat height (with lifter) 400 - 650 mm (Storm 4) • 440 - 690 mm (Storm 4 X-plore) • Seat height (without lifter) 450/480 mm 1529686-P...
  • Page 99 Technical data Dimensions RECARO Optimist Modulite • • • Seat width 490 - 530 mm see manufacturer's data 380 mm (380 - 430 mm) • 430 mm (430 - 480 mm) • 480 mm (480 - 530 mm) • 530 mm (530 - 580 mm) •...
  • Page 100 Dependent on the seat dimensions. See the manufacturer's data on www.ajstole.dk The actual curb weight depends on the fittings your mobility device has been supplied with. Every Invacare mobility device is weighed when leaving the works. Please refer to the nameplate for the curb weight (including batteries) measured.
  • Page 101 Notes...
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  • Page 104 Invacare Sales Companies Australia: Ireland: New Zealand: Canada: Invacare Australia PTY. Ltd. Invacare Corporation Invacare Ireland Ltd, Invacare New Zealand Ltd 1 Lenton Place, North Rocks N.S.W. 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 Unit 5 Seatown Business Campus 4 Westfield Place, Mt Wellington,...

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