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  • Page 1 I n v a c a r e Action ® ® 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 3 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 wheelchair rests solely with the user and his/her qualified health advisor.
  • Page 4 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 maintained according to the manufacturer's...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS A. GENERAL GUIDELINES B. DESCRIPTION OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR 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 6: General Guidelines

    A GENERAL GUIDELINES You will remain stable in the wheelchair whilst the line of your combined centre of gravity lies within the points of contact of 1. Safety and operating limits the forward and rear wheels with the ground. For a safe operation of your wheelchair, the following - Weight Limit parameters should be observed : The maximum recommended weight of the user is 127 kg.
  • Page 7 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...

  • Page 8: 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 9: Tilting

    - When transferring, position yourself as far back as possible Warning : in the seat to prevent breaking screws, damaging the seat - Be aware of detachable parts such as armrests or legrests : upholstery or causing the wheelchair to tip forward. they must NEVER be used as lifting supports as they may be - Lock the two brakes ;...

  • Page 10: Stairways

    - Method 2 (figure 12) Warning : In this case, the attendant stays on the pavement and tilts we recommend that users over 100 kg in weight do not use the wheelchair in a backwards position with the rear wheels this stairway manoeuvre ! against the kerb.

  • Page 11: Slopes

    1.6. Slopes Warning : It is recommended to avoid using ramps with a slope higher It is recommended to avoid using ramps with a slope greater than 7°. The wheelchair risks tipping over in the event of than 7 degrees and do not attempt to turn whilst on a slope. spinning or side movement (figure 14).

  • Page 12: Wheelchair Propulsion

    distance - see paragraph B-2.1.4). You can now sit down in The distance between the wheels axle position and the seat the wheelchair. height can be adjusted to allow you to hold the handrims properly, and various accessories can be added to improve the 2.1.2 Folding the chair (figures 19 and 20) : grip (anti-slip plastic coated, etc.).

  • Page 13: Safety Inspection And Maintenance

    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. 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 14: Transportation

    Make sure that the wheel nuts and precision bearings are Transport of wheelchairs in vehicles tight. ® Action ® Range has been tested for safety in Invacare Make sure that the wheels are parallel to the frame. collisions according to ISO-7176-19. i. Handrims ® ® Invacare...

  • Page 15: Observations Before Transport Of Wheelchairs In Vehicles

    • Alterations or substitutions are not to be made to points of frame. (See location of the attachment labels). the wheelchair or to structural and frame parts without the 2. Release brakes and apply tension front straps by pulling the written consent of Invacare EN13 ® wheelchair backwards from the rear.
  • Page 16 C. Posture belt 1.The 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 system (3-point belt).

  • Page 17: Summary Of Warranty Terms

    This is to certify that your manual wheelchair is warranted by forward in the seat. Invacare for a period of 2 years for the frame and crossbars, - Do not attempt to pick up objects from the floor by all others parts 2 years also but subject to the following reaching down between your knees.

  • Page 18: Description Of Your Wheelchair

    Important: based upon the selected model or options, EN16 The footrest consists of an adjustable tube and the your new Invacare Action NG wheelchair may be not ® ®...

  • Page 19: Adjustments

    Armrest to replace them. Backrest EN17 Always use an Invacare or Matrx cushion with anti- Seat Rear wheel slip base cover in order to prevent sliding.Adding a cushion upholstery to the seat will raise your height above the ground and can affect your stability in all directions.

  • Page 20: Type Of Backrest

    in a dynamic situation and it should be used on horizontal Make sure that the seat is properly positioned on the surface when the backrest is reclined (especially when the 2 seat rails to provide safety and comfort for the user. backrest angle is more than 10°).

  • Page 21: Backrest Upholstery

    This can cause the chair to tip backwards causing injury. user’s position ! Therefore, Invacare strongly recommend the use of anti- ® tippers (available as an option) when using your backposts If you consider there is an excessive free play in the with additional load (back pack or similar items).

  • Page 22: Footrest Supports

    2.1.4 Footrest supports Comfort (9) Angle adjustment - Standard footrest supports (photo 7) swing away during Pull the lever (B) with one hand while supporting the legrest transfers and can be removed during transport. Operate with your other hand. lever (A) by pushing sideways and swivelling towards outside When a suitable angle is obtained, let go of the lever and the or inside in case there is not enough space.

  • Page 23: Armrests

    - Footrests (photos 11 & 11A) : the footplate can be lifted 2.1.5 Armrests during transfers footrests are height adjustable and can be - Swing-away (photo 12) equipped with a fixed or articulated footplate (optional). Loosen the screw (A) to adjust to the desired height, firmly This range of armrests can be swung away to facilitate tighten the screw after adjustment.

  • Page 24: Frame

    Note : the armrests are mounted in pairs on the wheelchair ; 2.2.3 Seat Height adjustment (photos 13 & 14) whenever you remove them, remember that you have a right The Invacare Action NG allows 2 seat heights 50 cm (A) or ®...

  • Page 25: Rear Wheel

    Note : remember that in order to maintain the All these adjustments and changes of position must be interchangeability of the chair wheels equipped with quick- performed by a professional technician upon agreement by release axles, the pressure in the two tyres should be the your prescribing physician.

  • Page 26: Handrims

    2.3.2 Handrims Always make sure that the spacer (D) is in place. Make sure that the axle and the locking balls are clean. They provide the wheelchair propulsion. They can be made of (wipe out every month with a rag soaked with fine oil) anodized aluminium.

  • Page 27: Brakes

    2.5. Brakes Please make sure this adjustment is always done as 2.5.1 Manual brakes describe whatever the chair configuration is. Solid tyre X = 4 mm, Pneumatic tyre X = 4 mm The manual brakes (photo 18) are designed to secure the wheelchair during long stops.

  • Page 28: Seating Options

    To adjust braking : turn the screw (C) counterclockwise to 2.6. Options increase braking force and turn clockwise to reduce it. 2.6.1 Seating options The specific adjustments of hub brakes must always be - Comfort neckrest (photo 22) performed by your Dealer. It is removable, completely loosen the ball screw (A).

  • Page 29: Propulsion Options

    - Back brace (photo 23) : it provides tension to the backrest 2.6.2 Propulsion options upholstery and provides the attendant better ergonomics when pushing the wheelchair. - Transit version (photos 25 & 26) : the wheelchair is designed to be driven only by the attendant. To facilitate sideways Note : it swings away to facilitate the wheelchair folding;...
  • Page 30 - Dual handrim DHR (photos 27 & 28): 2) external position Unscrew the three fixation bolts (B), position the small This new quick release system allows the user to drive the handrim depending on the needed configuration, firmly wheelchair with a single arm using two handrims on the same tighten the three bolts.

  • Page 31: Safety Equipment And Options

    Straps should be adjusted on both sides to suit user body, - Safety optional equipment : thread the loop (D) through the mounting on the chair and Anti-tippers (photo 30) : prevent back tipping which ensures then through the two plastic buckles (E). It is important that safety when using a reclining backrest, driving on slopes or both buckles (E) are used.There is a danger the belt might slip crossing obstacles.

  • Page 32: Other Options

    3. Specifications and tool Make sure that the dog points locates in and protrudes through its appropriate location hole in the frame tube in 3.1. Standard wheelchair specifications order to prevent any falls. Maximum user weight : 127 kg Note : Make sure that the anti-tipper wheel is ALWAYS located out side the rear wheel volume.

  • Page 33: Tools For Adjustments And Regular Maintenance (Not Supplied)

    855/965 After sale and disposal recommendations (mm) rear wheel (mm) Height from • It is compulsary to use original Invacare spare parts which Backrest ® ground to angle you can buy through any Invacare dealer. 430/480 0/30 ®...
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  • 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 1545629-EN F 2015/03/15 Making Life's Experiences Possible...

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