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  • Page 1 I n v a c a r e Action NG Range ® ® User guide 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 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 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...

  • Page 4: 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 5: General Guidelines

    A GENERAL GUIDELINES gravity lies 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 125kg For a safe operation of your wheelchair, the following and 137 kg for the Heavy Duty version.
  • Page 6 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...

  • 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

    - 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 9: 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 this stairway manoeuvre ! wheels against the kerb.

  • Page 10: Slopes

    1.6. Slopes - Avoid turning suddenly and never try to climb and descend a ramp diagonally (figure 17). It is recommended to avoid using ramps with a slope higher than 7°. The wheelchair risks tipping over in the event of Warning : It is recommended to avoid using ramps spinning or side movement (figure 14).

  • Page 11: Wheelchair Propulsion

    2.2. Wheelchair propulsion - With the other hand, push on the seat tube until upholstery is fully extended and seat tube sits in receiver. Self propelling wheelchair propulsion is achieved through the - Then, engage the two manual brakes, open the footrest/ 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

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

  • Page 14: Observations

    • Alterations or substitutions are not to be made to points of the wheelchair or to structural and frame parts without the A. Front restraints with straps (picture 23A & detail A) written consent of Invacare ® 1. Connect the front straps around the front part of the •...
  • 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...

  • Page 17: Summary Of Warranty Terms

    This is to certify that your manual wheelchair is warranted by for the Heavy Duty version. Invacare for a period of 2 years for the frame and crossbars, - Do not attempt to reach objects if you have to move all others parts 2 years also but subject to the following forward in the seat.

  • Page 19: Description Of Your Wheelchair

    The footrest consists of an adjustable tube and the Important: based upon the selected model or options, your  footplate which supports the foot. Invacare Action NG wheelchair may be not equipped ® with all of the components or options which are described The folding frame consists of side frames and a folding ...

  • Page 20: Adjustments

    Standard seats are not adjustable; in the event that they become slack, it is recommended that you ask your dealer to Rear wheel Seat replace them. upholstery Always use an Invacare or Matrx cushion with anti-slip Rear wheel Swing away base cover in order to prevent sliding. support legrest Adding a cushion to the seat will raise your height above the ground and can affect your stability in all directions.

  • Page 21: Type Of Backrests

    - Rigid seats : The 7° version can be optionally equipped with height adjustable push handles which provide better comfort to the • Comfort and toilet seats (photo 2) : they are removable attendant (photo 3); loosen the knob (A), moves the push allowing the folding of the wheelchair, simply lift the seat and handle to the required position and retighten the knob (A) put it away, then take hold of the 2 seat rails and pull them...
  • Page 22 Note : Push on the backrest canes before operating the levers, Always make sure that the backrest is properly locked this is to release the auto-locked security system. (Photo 5A). in place before the user settles down in the wheelchair to Gas strut version 0°...

  • Page 23: Backrest Upholstery

    Always make these adjustments before the user settles a replacement from your Dealer. down in the wheelchair to prevent injuries ! Invacare strongly recommend the use of anti-tippers • Contour (tension) adjustable backrest (photo 7 & 7A); (available as an option) in combinaison with the passive rear...

  • Page 24: Footrest Supports

    - Legrest (photo 9) performs the same operation as for the Before making adjustments please ensure that the footrest support to swing away or remove the legrest, by wheelchair is fully opened, the seat rails are properly located operating lever (A) which unlocks the locking system. and a back brace (if required) (C) is fitted on the chair (see instructions paragraph 2.6.1).

  • Page 25: Armrests

    Do not place anything heavy, or let children sit on the legrest. Never lift the wheelchair by the footrest supports or It may cause damage to the mechanism. legrests ! The distance between the lowest part of the footrest and the Keep your fingers away from movable parts during folding, ground must be at least 40 mm.
  • Page 26 - Ajustable tubular n°3 (photo 16) : - Swing-away, removable n°2 (photos 14 & 15) Identical to the previous procedure including armrest height This range of armrests can be swung away to facilitate and depth adjustment ; slightly loosen the ball screw (B), transfers and disassembling during transport.

  • Page 27: Comfort Version

    2.1.6. Comfort version - Comfort backrest (photos 18 & 18A) The Action NG Comfort configuration (wheelchair for It is made up of a rigid shell (A) and a preformed foam passive user), needs a specific attachment kit to be fitted to cushion (B) which is locked in place by Velcro fasteners thus the chair so that the chair is safe to be used as a vehicle seat, providing optimal comfort.The backrest is removable to...

  • Page 28: Compact Version

    Note : make sure that the indexable lever is properly - Comfort armrests (photo 19) oriented to prevent any bother or injury to the user or They are removable, simply pull them up; reverse the attendant. operation to reinstall them. Make sure that the slot is well positioned into the screw (A).

  • Page 29: Frame

    - Rear wheels : 2.2.2 Side frame The 20" (500 mm) rear wheels are spoked with anodised The sides or side frames are designed to accommodate the aluminium handrim. steering tubes for the castors and multiple adjustment wheel They can be delivered with pneumatic or solid tyre. mounting for rear wheels.

  • Page 30: Steering Tubes

    2.3. Rear wheels The above indication is given to the user for 2.3.1 24" & 22" wheels information only. Any wheels position and/or angle fork adjustments to the The 24" (610 mm) rear wheels are spoked or composite set up of your wheelchair should only be performed at wheels;...

  • Page 31: Handrims

    it locks in place. The locking balls (C) must rise above the Check and adjust the brakes to ensure they are still bearing. No significant side clearance is allowed. correctly positioned and function as required. To reduce clearance as much as possible (photo 23), remove Never exceed the pressure specified on the sidewalls of the axle and adjust the nut using a 24 mm key ;...

  • Page 32: Castors

    2.4. Castors Note : brake adjustments are based upon the diameter and type of the wheels. After repairing a flat tyre or in the event of wear of the pneumatic or solid tyre, you may need to adjust 2.4.1 8" & 6" wheels the brake(s).

  • Page 33: Hub Brakes

    2.6. Options 2.5.2 Hub brakes, attendant control 2.6.1 Seating options Besides the functions provided by manual brakes, the hub brakes (photos 26 & 27) provide the slow down (for example, on a slope) and improved safety because they are still efficient - Comfort neckrest (photo 28) when you have a flat tyre ! It is removable, completely loosen the ball screw (A).

  • Page 34: Propulsion Options

    - Back brace (photo 29) : 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 31 & 32) : the wheelchair is designed to be driven only by the attendant. To facilitate Note : it swings away to facilitate the wheelchair folding;...
  • Page 35 - One arm lever drive (photos 33 & 34) : this control Disengaging the steering mechanism : Going up a steep slope or over an obstacle requires the system(left or right hand) allows the user with low muscular assistance of an attendant.Therefore it is sometimes tone to propel the wheelchair.

  • Page 36: Safety Equipment And Options

    2. Two positions of the small handrim are possible to Straps should be adjusted on both sides to suit user body, thread the loop (D) through the mounting on the chair and facilitate the propulsion: then through the two plastic buckles (E). It is important 1) internal position that both buckles (E) are used.There is a danger the belt 2) external position...
  • Page 37 Anti-tippers (photo 38) : prevent back tipping which ensures Push down the button (C in photo 38 & A in figure 40) and safety when using a reclining backrest, driving on slopes or adjust the wheels holding tube for the desired distance based crossing obstacles.

  • Page 38: Other Options

    2.6.4. Other option 3. Specifications and tool 3.1. Standard wheelchair specifications - Transparent tray (photo 42) : it is positioned on the Maximum user weight : 125 kg armpads of the armrests (full length ones only). Slide the tray forward or backward based upon the user’s build. Seat width : 38/40,5/43/45,5/48/50,5 cm Seat depth :...

  • Page 39: Tools For Adjustments And Regular Maintenance (Not Supplied)

    3.2.Tools for adjustments and regular maintenance After sale and disposal recommendations (not supplied) • It is compulsary to use original Invacare spare parts which you ® can buy through any Invacare dealer. Function Tool ® • For repair, please contact your local Invacare dealer.

  • Page 40: Dimensions And Labelling

    ������� ������� 3.3. Dimensions and labelling ������� ����������� ������� ����������� ����� ����� ������� ������������� Min/Max Min/Max �������� Picture Description Picture Description value value ������ 200/260 ������ ����� Backrest ����� height Seat effective 380/505 1045/ including width (mm) ������� 1290 ���������� headrest ����...
  • Page 41 Labelling A = Manufacturer's address B = Date of manufacture C = Serial number...
  • Page 43 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 44 Manufacturer Invacare France Operations SAS ® Route de Saint Roch 37230 Fondettes France 1533726-EN E 2015/01/15 Making Life's Experiences Possible...

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