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1. Wear protective gloves This symbol indicates the requirement to wear protective gloves for example when working with batteries You must wear protective gloves when this symbol is displayed NOTE This symbol identifies general information which is intended to simplify working with your product and which refers to special functions W 1 2 Requirements e This symbol identifies a list of various tools components and items which you will need in order to carry out certain work Please do not attempt to carry out the work if you do not have the listed tools available READ WELL BEFORE OPERATION This symbol advises you to read information carefully Important symbols found on the vehicle This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment if disposed of in places landfills that are not appropriate according to legislation e The crossed out wheelie bin symbol is placed on this product to encourage you to recycle wherever possible e Please be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your recycling facility at its end of life This symbol indicates the Drive position of the coupling lever In this position the motor is engaged and the motor brakes are operational You can drive the wheelchair e Please note that for driving purposes both motors must always2. e 0 22 C kkkkk Kerb weight e 105kg Component weights Batteries 50 Ah e approx 15 kg per battery Batteries 60 Ah e approx 20 kg per battery Max load e 130kg Axle loads Max front axle load e 142kg Max rear axle load e 153kg Width adjustable for side panel adjustment Note The drive range of an electric wheelchair is strongly influenced by external factors such as the charging state of the batteries surrounding temperature local topography road surface characteristics tyre pressure weight of driver drive style and use of batteries for lighting servos etc Measured without seat cushion The actual kerb weight depends on the fittings your mobility aid has been supplied with Every Invacare mobility aid is weighed when leaving the works Please refer to the nameplate for the kerb weight including batteries measured kikk kk Static stability according to ISO 7176 1 9 15 8 Dynamic stability according to ISO 7176 2 6 10 5 89 18 90 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 Delivery Inspection 1 Annual Inspection Stamp of authorised Dealer Date
3. Invacare Stream Mobility aid User manual Yes you can lt How can you get in touch with Invacare If you have any questions or need support please contact your authorised Invacare Dealer who has the necessary know how and equipment plus the special knowledge concerning your Invacare product and can offer you all round satisfactory service Should you wish to contact Invacare directly you can reach us in Europe at the following addresses and phone numbers A Invacare Austria GmbH T 43 6232 5 53 50 I AL Herzog Odilostrasse 101 Fax 43 6232 5 53 54 p A 5310 Mondsee info invacare austria com Austria WWW www invacare at Ro Invacare n v T 32 0 50 83 10 10 L Autobaan 22 Fax 32 0 50 83 10 11 B 8210 Loppem Brugge belgium invacare com k 3 Belgium WWW www invacare be A Invacare AG T 41 0 61487 70 80 VERM BenkenstraRe 260 Fax 41 0 61487 70 81 7 CH 4108 Witterswil switzerland invacare com Switzerland WWW www invacare ch D Invacare GmbH a 49 0 7562 70 00 t Alemannenstrafe 10 Fax 49 0 7562 7 00 66 j 88316 Isny kontakt invacare com Deutschland WWW www invacare de h Invacare A S T Kundeservice 45 0 36 90 00 00 DK Sdr Ringvej 37 Fax Kundeservice 45 0 36 90 00 01 g DK 2605 Br ndby denmark invacare com Danmark WWW www invacare dk CEJ Invacare SA T 34 0 972 49 32 00 t A c Areny s n Fax 34 0 972 49 32 20 j Pol gon Industrial de C
4. Signature Stamp of authorised Dealer Date Signature 2 Annual Inspection 3 Annual Inspection Stamp of authorised Dealer Date Signature Stamp of authorised Dealer Date Signature 4 Annual Inspection 5 Annual Inspection Stamp of authorised Dealer Date Signature Stamp of authorised Dealer Date Signature 91 459 643 80 70 7100 69 956 8 009901769 14681 SIU JO ON 19010 92
5. S ari Zavissttece A A cade conte ceeea te A cdreee eae 62 11 2 5 1 General instructions on handling the batteries 0 0 0 62 11 2 5 2 Howto handle damaged batteries 00116 62 11 2 5 3 Removing the patteriston AiE ERRARE E EO ERRER 64 12 Care and maintenance 66 12 1 Cleaning the mobility device ssssnunseennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnmnnn nnn 66 L F E a oaoa lt E E T A 67 13 Repair instructions 70 13 1 Repating ahat tyre cosd aie a aa i a a aE a A NE 70 13 1 1 Repairing a flat rear tire wheel rim type 3 00 8 ensssssssssesrssesrrssrrrrsserrrssrrrrssenens 71 14 Transport 74 14 1 Transferring the wheelchair to a vehicle sssssunseunnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnn 75 14 2 Use of the wheelchair as a Seat in a VENICIC cceseeceeceeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeseeneeenseeneeeaseeneeenseeeeenens 76 15 16 17 18 14 2 1 How the wheelchair is anchored in a vehicle for use as a vehicle seat 14 2 2 How the user is secured within the 116610181 14 3 Securing the wheelchair for transport without passengers seecseseereeeeeeeees Refurbishment Disposal Technical specificati
6. and safely stowed when transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle Type classification and permissible use This vehicle was designed for persons whose ability to walk is impaired but who are still in terms of their eyesight and physically and mentally able to operate an electric vehicle It has been classified according to EN 12184 as a class B mobility product for indoor and outdoor areas It is therefore compact and agile enough for indoor areas but also able to overcome many obstacles in outdoor areas You can find precise information about speed turning radius driving range maximum safe slope maximum obstacle height and permissible operating conditions in chapter Technical specifications starting from page 86 Please also pay attention to all safety information in chapter Safety notes starting from page 20 The vehicle was successfully tested according to German and international standards as to its safety It satisfies the requirements according to DIN EN 12184 including EN 1021 1 2 It was also tested successfully according to EN60529 IPX4 as to its resistance to spray water and is therefore 15 16 well suited for typical middle European weather conditions When equipped with an appropriate lighting system the vehicle is suitable for use on public roads 1 4 1 5 Indications The use of this mobility product is recommended for the following indications The inability or a greatly restricted ability to walk
7. attempt to overcome an obstacle when on an uphill or downhill gradient Never attempt to drive up or down a flight of steps with your wheelchair When overcoming obstacles always observe the maximum obstacle height see chapter Technical specifications from page 86 and information about overcoming obstacles in chapter Taking Obstacles from page 33 Avoid shifting your centre of gravity as well as abrupt joystick movements and changes of direction when the wheelchair is in motion Never use the wheelchair to transport more than one person Do not exceed the overall maximum permissible load or the maximum load per axle see chapter Technical specifications on page 86 Note that the wheelchair will brake or accelerate if you change the Driving Mode whilst the wheelchair is in motion 25 26 Danger of breaking down in adverse weather conditions i e extreme cold in an isolated area e Ifyou are a user with severely limited mobility we advise that in the case of adverse weather conditions DO NOT attempt a journey without an accompanying attendant Danger of injury if your foot slides off the footrest and gets caught underneath the wheelchair when it is in motion e Make sure each time before you drive the wheelchair that your feet are squarely and securely in place on the footplates and that both legrests are properly locked into place Danger of injury if you collide with an obstacle when driving through narrow pass
8. ended spanner to loosen the battery pole clamps Remove the batteries to the rear 65 12 12 1 66 Care and maintenance The term Maintenance means any task performed to ensure that a medical device is in good working order and ready for use as intended Maintenance encompasses different areas such as everyday care and cleaning inspection checks repair tasks and refurbishment NOTE Have your vehicle checked once a year by an authorised Invacare dealer in order to maintain it s driving safety and roadworthiness Cleaning the mobility device When cleaning the mobility device pay attention to the following points e Only use a damp cloth and gentle detergent e Do not use any abrasive or scouring agents e Do not subject the electronic components to any direct contact with water e Do not use any high pressure cleaning devices Disinfection Spray or wipe disinfection using a tested and recognised product is permitted A list of the current permitted disinfectants is available from the Robert Koch Institute at http www rki de 12 2 Inspection checks The following table lists inspection checks that should be performed by the user and their intervals If the mobility device fails to pass one of the inspection checks please refer to the chapter indicated or contact your authorised Invacare dealer A more comprehensive list of inspection checks and instructions for maintenance work can be found in th
9. find information about maximum obstacle heights in the chapter entitled Technical specifications from page 86 Safety information when ascending obstacles CAUTION Danger of Tipping Over e Never approach obstacles at an angle but at 90 degrees as shown below e Put your backrest into an upright position before climbing an obstacle ATTENTION Risk of falling out of the chair and damage to the power wheelchair such as broken castors e Never approach obstacles that are higher than the maximum climbable obstacle height For the maximum climbable obstacle height see Technical specifications on page 86 e f unsure whether the kerb climb is possible or not move away from the obstacle and if possible find another location 33 6 2 3 34 The correct way to overcome obstacles Ascending e Approach the obstacle or the kerb slowly head on and at a right angle e Depending on the wheel drive type stop in one of the following positions In the case of centrally driven wheelchairs 5 10 cm before the obstacle For all other drives approx 30 50 cm in front of the obstacle e Check the position of the front wheels They must be in driving direction and at right angles to the obstacle e Approach slowly and keep at a consistent speed until the rear wheels have also passed over the obstacle Descending The approach to descend an obstacle is the same as to ascend it with the difference that you need
10. under it to support it e Remove the four countersunk bolts TX40 1 using the Torx bit e Pull the wheel off the hub 71 72 Repairing flat tires CAUTION Risk of explosion The wheel explodes if the air pressure has not been released from the wheel before the wheel rim is removed e Always let all the air out of the tire before removing the rim e Remove the valve cap e Let the air escape completely out of the tire by pressing the pin in the centre of the valve firmly in e Remove the 5 cylinder head screws reverse side of wheel 2 using the Allen key bit e Remove the wheel rim halves from the wheel e Remove the inner tube from the wheel e Repair the inner tube and re fit it or replace it with a new one NOTE If the old inner tube has been repaired and is to be used again and became wet during repair it is easier to replace it if it is lightly dusted with talcum powder beforehand NOTE Installation takes place in reverse order Always ensure that the wheel is replaced on the same side and in the same direction as it was removed e Apply the wheel rim halves to the wheel again e inflate the tire a little e Place the cylinder head screws in the wheel rim and tighten the screws with 10 Nm Ensure that the inner tube is not clamped between the wheel rim halves e Ensure that the tire is contacting the wheel rim directly e Inflate the tire to the recommended pressure e Ensure th
11. 39 10 1 2 Setting the height of the armrests e Loosen the wing screw 1 e Set the armrest to the desired height e Re tighten wing screw 40 10 1 3 Adjusting the width of the armrests The distance between the side sections can be adjusted by 5 5 cm on both sides 11 cm in total Vi Requirements la e Allen key 8mm Where to find the adjustment screws The picture below shows the position of the screws 1 that enable adjustment of the width of the armrests 41 42 Doing the adjustment Loosen the screw 1 Set the armrest to the desired position Re tighten the screw Check the firm fit of the armrest Repeat the procedure for the second armrest 10 2 10 2 1 Adjusting the seat angle seat height Manual adjustment using perforated plates There are three perforated plates underneath the seat for adjusting the seat angle and the seat height These perforated plates in connection with the adjustable rear holding plates result in a multitude of different setting possibilities The adjustment range of the seat height is 42 5 cm to 50 cm The adjustment range of the seat angle is 22 Please note The higher the seat setting the smaller the adjustment range of the seat angle Requirements Allen key 5 mm Allen key 6 mm Jaw spanner 13 mm Torque wrench Loctite medium hard 43 44 e The picture on the right shows the position of the perforated plates 1 and the holding plate f
12. Adaptation to the user Please see chapter Adjusting the wheelchair to the user s seating posture on page 39 84 16 Disposal e The equipment wrapping is potentially recyclable e The metal parts are used for scrap metal recycling e 1116 plastic parts are used for plastic recycling e Electric components and printed circuit boards are disposed of as electronic scrap e Exhausted or damaged batteries can be returned to your medical equipment supplier or Invacare e Disposal must be carried out in accordance with the respective national legal provisions e Ask your city or district council for details of the local waste management companies 85 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 Temperature range for operation according to ISO 7176 9 25 50 C Temperature range for storage according to ISO 7176 9 e 40 65 C Electrical system Motors e 2x180 W Batteries e 2x12 V 50 Ah C20 leakproof AGM e 2x12 V 60 Ah C20 leakproof gel Main fuse e 60A Charging device Output current 8A 8 Output voltage 24 V nominal 12 cells Input voltage 200 250 V nominal Ope
13. RNING The wheelchair is in danger of tipping over if it is transferred to a vehicle while the driver is still seated in the wheelchair Transfer the wheelchair without the driver whenever possible If the wheelchair with the driver has to be transferred to a vehicle using a ramp ensure that the ramp does not exceed the maximum safe slope see chapter Technical specifications starting on page 86 If the wheelchair has to be transferred to a vehicle using a ramp that does exceed the maximum safe slope see chapter Technical specifications starting on page 86 a winch must then be used An attendant can then safely monitor and assist the transfer process Alternatively a platform lift may be used Ensure that the total weight of the power wheelchair including the user does not exceed the maximum permitted total weight for the ramp or platform lift The wheelchair should always be transferred to a vehicle with the backrest in an upright position the seat lifter lowered and the seat tilt in the upright position see chapter Driving up and down gradients on page 35 Drive or push your wheelchair into the transport vehicle using a suitable ramp 75 14 2 D 76 Use of the wheelchair as a seat in a vehicle Caution There is a danger of injury if the wheelchair is not properly secured during use as a vehicle seat If possible the user should always leave the wheelchair to use a vehicle seat and the safety belts prov
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16. ages such as doorways and entrances e Drive through narrow passages in the lowest driving mode and with due caution If your power wheelchair has been fitted with angle adjustable legrests there is a danger of personal injury and damage to the wheelchair if you drive the wheelchair with the legrests raised e To avoid unwanted displacement of the wheelchair centre of gravity to the front especially when travelling downhill and in order to avoid damage to the wheelchair angle adjustable legrests must always be lowered during normal travelling CAUTION Danger of tipping Anti tip wheels stabilisers are only effective on firm ground They sink in on soft ground such as grass snow or mud if the mobility device rests itself on them They lose their effect and the mobility device can tip over e Only drive with extreme care on soft ground especially during uphill and downhill journeys In the process pay increased attention to the tip stability of the mobility device 2 5 Safety information regarding changes and modifications to the mobility device CAUTION Danger of injuries and damage to mobility aid due to unapproved components and accessory parts Seating systems additions and accessory parts which have not been approved by Invacare for use with this mobility aid can affect the tipping stability and increase tipping hazards e Only ever use seating systems additions and accessory parts which have been ap
17. ant seated in it e Itis always better to transfer the mobility device to a vehicle without the occupant seated in it e Ifthe mobility device needs to be loaded up a ramp together with its driver ensure that the ramp does not exceed the maximum safe slope see chapter Technical specifications from page 86 e Ifthe mobility device does need to be loaded using a ramp which exceeds the maximum safe slope see chapter Technical specifications from page 86 then you must use a winch An attendant can safely monitor and assist the loading process e As an alternative you can use a platform lift Ensure that the total weight of the mobility device including the user does not exceed the maximum permissible weight for the platform lift or winch if you are using Danger of injury if maximum permissible load is exceeded e Do not exceed the maximum permissible load see chapter Technical specifications from page 86 e The mobility device is only designed for use by a single occupant whose maximum weight does not exceed the maximum permissible load of the device Never use the mobility device to transport more than one person 21 22 Danger of injury due to wrong lifting or dropping of heavy components e When maintaining servicing or lifting any part of your mobility device take into account the weight of the individual components especially the batteries Be sure at all times to adopt the correct lifting posture and ask for assi
18. arge Indicator Charge the batteries when the Battery Charge Indicator shows that battery charge is low How fast the batteries discharge depends on many circumstances such as ambient temperature condition of the surface of the road tyre pressure weight of the driver way of driving and utilisation of lighting Try to charge the batteries always before you reach the red LED range The last 3 LED two red and one orange mean a remaining capacity of about 15 Driving with blinking red LED s means an extreme stress for the battery and should be avoided under normal circumstances When only one red LED is blinking the Battery Safe feature is enabled From this time speed and acceleration is reduced drastically It will allow you to move the mobility device slowly out of a dangerous situation before the electronic finally cuts off This is deep discharging and should be avoided Be aware that for temperatures below 20 C the nominal battery capacity starts to decline For example at 10 C the capacity is reduced to about 50 of the nominal battery capacity To avoid damaging the batteries never allow them to be fully discharged Do not drive on heavily discharged batteries if it is not absolutely necessary as this will strain the batteries unduly and shorten their life expectancy The earlier you recharge the batteries the longer they live The depth of discharge affects the cycle life The harder a battery has to work the
19. at the tire is still closely contacting the wheel rim e Screw the valve cap on again Mounting the wheel CAUTION Risk of injury from wheels coming loose If the drive wheels are insufficiently secured during mounting they can come loose when driving e When mounting the drive wheels tighten the TX40 countersunk bolts of the drive wheels with 30 Nm e Always use new bolts with an undamaged coating e Fit the wheel again e Insert the four new countersunk bolts and tighten with 30 Nm 73 14 74 Transport CAUTION Injury hazard or material damage if a power wheelchair which is fitted with a table is transported in a vehicle e Ifa table is fitted always remove it before transporting the wheelchair CAUTION Danger of death or serious injury to the mobility device user and potentially any other nearby occupant of the vehicle if a mobility device is secured using a 4 point tie down system available from a third party supplier and the unladen weight of the mobility device exceeds the maximum weight for which the tie down system is certified e Make sure the weight of the mobility device does not exceed the weight for which the tie down system is certified Consult the tie down manufacturer s documentation e Ifyou are unsure how much your mobility device weighs then you must have it weighed using calibrated scales 14 1 Transferring the wheelchair to a vehicle WA
20. ating conditions see inspection plan contained in service instructions Under difficult operating conditions such as daily travel on steep slopes or in the case of use in medical care cases with frequently changing wheelchair users it would be expedient to carry out intermediate checks on the brakes accessories and running gear If the mobility product is to be operated on public roads the vehicle driver is responsible for ensuring that it is in an operationally reliable condition Inadequate or neglected care and maintenance of the mobility product will result in a limitation of the manufacturer s liability 23 2 3 24 Safety information on electromagnetic interference This electric vehicle was successfully tested in accordance with International standards as to its compliance with Electromagnetic Interference EMI regulations However electromagnetic fields such as those generated by radio and television transmitters and cellular phones can influence the functions of electric vehicles Also the electronics used in our vehicles can generate a low level of electromagnetic interference which however will remain within the tolerance permitted by law For these reasons we ask you to please observe the following precautions WARNING Danger of malfunction due to electromagnetic interference Do not switch on or operate portable transceivers or communication devices such as radio transceivers or cellular phones when the vehic
21. be engaged 13 14 This symbol indicates the Push position of the coupling lever In this position the motor is disengaged and the motor brakes are not operational The wheelchair can be pushed by an attendant and the wheels turn freely e Please note that the control panel must be switched off e Please also note the information provided in section Pushing the wheelchair in freewheel mode on page 36 This symbol indicates the position of an anchor point when using a lashing system during transport If the symbol appears on a bright yellow sticker the anchoring point is suitable for fixation of the wheelchair in a vehicle for use as a vehicle seat This wheelchair may not be used as a vehicle seat e This wheelchair does not satisfy the requirements of ISO 7176 19 2001 and may not under any circumstances be used as a vehicle seat or to transport the user in a vehicle e Using a wheelchair that does not fulfill these criteria as a vehicle seat can lead to the most severe injuries and even death in the event of a traffic accident 1 3 This wheelchair may be used as a vehicle seat but only if it is equipped with a headrest that has been approved by Invacare for this purpose e Please always make sure that the wheelchair is equipped with a headrest approved by Invacare before using it as a vehicle seat If the power wheelchair is fitted with a table it is imperative that it is removed
22. care comply with these requirements e You cannot overcharge the batteries when using the charger supplied with your vehicle or a charger that has been approved by Invacare e Protect your charger from sources of heat such as heaters and direct sunlight If the battery charger overheats charging current will be reduced and the charging process delayed How to charge the batteries Please see the instruction manuals for your remote and battery charger for the position of the charging socket and further information about charging the batteries A WARNING Risk of explosion and destruction of batteries if the wrong battery charger is used e Only ever use the battery charger supplied with your vehicle or a charger that has been approved by Invacare Risk of electric shock and damage to the battery charger if it gets wet e Protect the battery charger from water e Always charge in a dry environment Risk of short circuit and electric shock if the battery charger has been damaged e Do not use the battery charger if it has been dropped or damaged Risk of electric shock and damage to the batteries e NEVER attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to the battery terminals Risk of fire and electric shock if a damaged extension cable is used e Only ever use an extension cable if it is absolutely necessary In case you must use one make sure it is in good condition Risk of injury if using the wheelchair d
23. crew 1 e Adjust the tray towards the left or right e Re tighten wing screw 52 10 6 2 Adjusting the depth of the tray removing the tray e Loosen the wing screw 1 e Adjust the table to the desired depth or remove it entirely e Re tighten the screw 10 6 3 Swinging the tray away to the side The tray can be swivelled up and away to the side to allow the user to get in and out of the mobility device A CAUTION Risk of injury When the tray is raised it does not lock in place in this position e Do not tilt the tray up and leave it leaning in this position e Never attempt to drive with the tray tilted up e Always lower the tray in a controlled manner 53 54 The tray can be swivelled upwards and pushed to the side as illustrated to enable getting on and off 11 Electrical system Electronics protection system The vehicle drive electronics is fitted with an overload protection If the drive is severely overloaded over a long period e g during steep climbs and above all at simultaneous high external temperatures the electronic system can overheat In this case the vehicle performance is gradually reduced until it comes to a standstill The status display shows a corresponding blink code please refer to the user manual for your remote If you switch the drive electronics off and then on again the error message is deleted and the electronics can be switched on again It can however take
24. e Service Manual for this device which can be obtained from Invacare That Manual however is intended to be used by trained and authorised service technicians and describes tasks which are not intended to be performed by the user 67 68 Maintenance Jobs TEIE 02 oO 0 pz s 9 02 a s j2 Seat and backrest padding Check for perfect condition if Side part and armrest Are all fastening elements installed of ai Can armrests side parts be removed and installed without too much of physical effort Are armrests secured in their positions of Legrests Do legrests lock into place without any problem Only applies to of detachable legrests Do the different adjustment functions work without any problem ff Tyres Have tyres checked for specified air pressure 2 5 bar of Front wheel forks Front wheels Front wheels must be running smoothly Check fork bearing for firm seat torque 15 Nm 1 5 Nm Rear wheels Test wheel for firm seat on the axle drive shaft ff Rear wheels must turn without wobbling of Maintenance Jobs 8 a ee ee S Electronics Electrical System Check all plug connections for condition and firm seat Fi Have all batteries been fully charged before the daily operation Before every trip Are all holders screws firmly fixed tight and sa
25. e positions can be used if the holding plates are in the lower position see above Only positions B C D and E are possible in the higher position If position A is used there will be a collision between the holding plate and the seat frames The following seat heights are available Holding plate in lower position Position of perforated plate seat height A 44 cm B 45 5 cm C 45 5 cm D 46 5 cm E 47 cm Holding plate in higher position Position of perforated plate seat height B 50 5 cm at 6 seat angle C 48 5 cm D 49 5 cm E 51 5cm 10 3 Adjusting the backrest 10 3 1 Set backrest using perforated plate The angle of the backrest has six positions from 10 to 30 e Unscrew the hand screws 1 on both sides e The backrest is adjusted by choosing a combination of one of the two drill holes in the backrest frame and one of the six drill holes in the fixing plate e Re position the screws and tighten 47 10 4 10 4 1 48 Postural belts A postural belt is an option which can either be fixed to the wheelchair ex works or can be retrofitted by your specialist dealer If your wheelchair is fitted with a postural belt your specialist dealer will have informed you about fitting and usage The postural belt is used to help the wheelchair user keep an optimum sitting position Correct use of the belt assists the user in sitting securely comfortably and well positioned in the wheelchair especia
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27. el loops damage to the postural belt damage to the joystick joystick cannot be moved into the neutral position cables that are damaged kinked pinched or have come loose from the holder the wheelchair drifting when braking the wheelchair pulling to one side when moving unusual sounds developing or occurring Or if you have the feeling that something is wrong with your wheelchair 1 6 Warranty The terms and conditions of the warranty are part of the general terms and conditions particular to the individual countries in which this product is sold 18 1 7 Life expectancy We estimate a life expectancy of five years for this product provided it is used in strict accordance with the intended use as set out in this document and all maintenance and service requirements are met The estimated life expectancy can be exceeded if the product is carefully used and properly maintained and provided technical and scientific advances do not result in technical limitations The life expectancy can also be considerably reduced by extreme or incorrect usage The fact that we estimate a life expectancy for this product does not constitute an additional warranty 19 N 20 Safety notes READ WELL BEFORE OPERATION General safety notes Danger of injury if mobility device is used in any other way than the purpose described in this manual e Only ever use the mobility device in accordance with the instructions in t
28. eld at a distance from the user s body using parts of the wheelchair such as armrests or wheels 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 The maximum permissible angle is between 30 and 75 The angle should never be less than 30 81 82 The safety belt installed in the transporting vehicle should be applied as shown in the illustration at right 1 Centre line of the body 2 Centre of the sternum 14 3 Securing the wheelchair for transport without passengers A CAUTION Injury hazard e Ifyou are unable to fasten your electric wheelchair securely in a transport vehicle Invacare recommends that you do not transport it e Before transporting your wheelchair make sure the motors are engaged and that the Joystick Box is switched off Invacare strongly recommends that you additionally disconnect or remove the batteries See Removing the batteries on page 64 e Invacare strongly recommends securing the wheelchair to the floor of the transporting vehicle 83 15 Refurbishment The product is suitable for refurbishment Actions to be carried out e Cleaning and disinfection Please see chapter Care and maintenance on page 66 e Inspection according to service plan Please consult service instructions available from Invacare e
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30. fe af Are all electric bulbs of the lighting system if applicable in working Before each trip order Cleaning Clean all parts carefully When necessary 69 13 13 1 A 70 Repair instructions The following are instructions on repairs that can be performed by the user For the specifications of spare parts please see Technical specifications on page 86 or consult the Service Manual available from Invacare in this connection please see the addresses and phone numbers in section How can you get in touch with Invacare on page 3 In case you require assistance please contact your Invacare Dealer Repairing a flat tyre WARNING Danger of damage or injury if the vehicle is accidentally set into motion during repairs e Switch the power off ON OFF Button e Engage the motors e Secure the vehicle against rolling away by placing wedges under the wheels CAUTION Risk of hands and feet being crushed by the weight of the wheelchair e Pay attention to your hands and feet e Use the correct lifting techniques 13 1 1 Repairing a flat rear tire wheel rim type 3 00 8 1 W Requirements e torque wrench with 5 mm Allen key bit Torx bit T40 e Tightening kit e Wooden block approx 12x30 cm for jacking up the vehicle e repair kit for tire repair or a new inner tube e talcum powder Removing the wheel e Raise the vehicle and place wooden blocks
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33. he necessary training and tools to do the job safely and correctly How to handle damaged batteries correctly WARNING Corrosion and burns from acid leakage if batteries are damaged e Remove clothes that have been soiled by acid immediately After contact with skin e Immediately wash affected area with lots of water After contact with eyes e Immediately rinse eyes under running water for several minutes consult a physician Always wear safety goggles and appropriate safety clothing when handling damaged batteries Place damaged batteries in an acid resistant receptacle immediately after removing them e Only ever transport damaged batteries in an appropriate acid resistant receptacle Wash all objects that have come into contact with acid with lots of water Disposing of dead or damaged batteries correctly Dead or damaged batteries can be given back to your dealer or directly to Invacare 63 11 2 5 3 Removing the batteries A CAUTION Risk of fire and burns if battery poles are bridged e When replacing the batteries the battery poles MUST NOT come into contact with metal parts of the wheelchair causing bridging e Be sure to replace the battery pole caps after the batteries have been replaced ii Pre requisites 64 iy e 11mm open ended spanner e Remove the battery cover Pull the battery pole caps 1 upward and push back in order to reach the battery poles Use the open
34. he pass card 4 Identification of the position of the coupling lever for driving and push operation only the right side is visible in the picture The symbols on the labels are explained in section Important symbols found on the vehicle on page 13 Getting in and out of the wheelchair 29 30 Important information for getting into and out of the wheelchair from the side The armrest must be removed in order to get into or out of the wheelchair from the side Remove the standard armrest in order to side transfer Removing the armrest e Loosen the fastening screw 1 e Pull the side section out of the receptacle Getting into the wheelchair Position your wheelchair as close as possible to your seat This might have to be done by an attendant Switch your wheelchair off Apply the manual wheel lock of your wheelchair if existing Detach the skirt guard of your wheelchair or swivel it up Now slide into the wheelchair Getting out of the wheelchair Drive your wheelchair as close as possible to your seat Switch your wheelchair off Apply the manual wheel lock of your wheelchair if existing Detach the skirt guard of your wheelchair 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 Use a sliding board if possible 31 ez 6 1 32 Driving NOTE The maximum load capacity that is s
35. his User s Manual see chapter Type classification and permissible use on page 15 e Pay strict attention to the safety information Danger of injury if the mobility device is driven when ability to operate a vehicle is impaired by medication or alcohol e Never drive the mobility device under the influence of medication or alcohol If necessary the mobility device must be operated by an attendant who is physically and mentally able Danger of damage or injury if mobility device is accidentally set into motion e Switch the mobility device off before you get in get out or handle unwieldy objects e When the drive is disengaged the brake inside the drive is deactivated For this reason pushing the mobility device by an attendant is only recommended on flat surfaces never on gradients Never leave your mobility device on a gradient with its motors disengaged Always re engage the motors immediately after pushing the mobility device see chapter Pushing the wheelchair in freewheel mode on page 36 Danger of injury if the mobility device is switched off while driving for example by pressing the On Off Button or disconnecting a cable due to it coming to an abrupt sharp stop e Ifyou have to brake in an emergency simply release the joystick which will bring you to a halt refer to the joystick operating manual for more information Danger of injury when transferring mobility device to a vehicle for transport with the occup
36. ided with the vehicle The wheelchair should always be anchored facing in the transport vehicle s intended direction of travel The wheelchair must always be secured in accordance with the wheelchair and anchoring system manufacturers operating manual Always remove and secure any accessory parts fixed to the wheelchair such as chin controls or tables If your wheelchair is equipped with an angle adjustable backrest then it must be placed in an upright position Fully lower elevated legrests if fitted Fully lower the seat lifter if fitted WARNING Danger of injury exists if a power wheelchair that is not equipped with leak proof batteries is transported in a vehicle Only ever use leak proof batteries WARNING Danger of injury or damage to the wheelchair or to the transporting vehicle if the legrests are in a raised position while the wheelchair is used as a vehicle seat Always completely lower height adjustable legrests if fitted Please note In order to use a wheelchair as a motor vehicle seat it needs to be equipped with attachment points to enable anchoring in the motor vehicle These accessories may be included in the standard scope of wheelchair order and delivery in some countries UK for example but may also be obtained from Invacare as an option in other countries This mobility device complies with the requirements of ISO 7176 19 2001 and may be used as a vehicle seat in connection
37. ixing screws 2 for adjusting the seat height and seat angle The picture on the right shows the front perforated plates The procedure is similar for the rear perforated plates A 13 mm jaw spanner is required in addition to a 5 mm Allen key for adjusting the front perforated plates e To adjust the seat height seat angle unto the bolt 1 with the open ended spanner and remove it e Adjust the perforated plate to the required height angle e Apply a screw blocker system to the bolt insert the bolt again and tighten it to 40 Nm with the open ended spanner The seat height and angle can also be adjusted using oN the rear holding plate e Loosen the rear fixing bolt on one side in threaded E 4 bush 1 so that the holding plate can be swivelled a ON upwards or downwards i 1 ka x e Under the front fixing bolts and take them out ned AA depending on the position the bolt is either in Va y threaded bush 2 or 3 r ns bee e Repeat the procedure on the other side 2 New e Low setting hole combination 1 and 2 e High setting hole combination 1 and 3 i e Apply a screw blocker system to the bolt en reposition the bolt and tighten it to 25 Nm 3 Nm Eo a ELA ii 4 6 et Tal Mr im SJ 3 a 45 46 The hinged rear perforated plates have five positions These are labelled in the illustration on the right with the letters A to E All fiv
38. le is switched on Avoid getting near strong radio and television transmitters In case the vehicle should be set in motion unintentionally or the brakes are released switch it off immediately Adding electrical accessories and other components or modifying the vehicle in any way can make it susceptible to electromagnetic interference Keep in mind that there is no sure way to determine the effect such modifications will have on the overall immunity of the electronic system Report all occurrences of unintentional movement of the vehicle or release of the electric brakes to the manufacturer Safety information on driving and freewheel mode Danger of injury if the wheelchair tips over Inclines and declines can only be travelled up to the maximum safe slope see chapter Technical specifications from page 86 Always return the backrest of your seat or the seat tilt to an upright position before ascending slopes We recommend that you position the seat backrest and the seat tilt if fitted slightly to the rear before descending slopes Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2 3 of the top speed Avoid abrupt braking or accelerating on gradients If at all possible avoid driving on slippery surfaces such as snow gravel ice etc where there is a danger of you losing control over the vehicle especially on a gradient If driving on such a surface is inevitable then always drive slowly and with the utmost caution Never
39. lly for such users who do not have such a good sense of balance while sitting NOTE We recommend using the postural belt whenever the wheelchair is used The belt should be tight enough to ensure that you are sitting comfortably and that your body is in the correct sitting position Types of postural belts Your wheelchair can be fitted with the following postural belt types ex works If your wheelchair has been fitted with a different belt to those listed below please ensure that you have received the manufacturer s documentation with regard to correct fitting and use Belt with metal buckle adjustable one side Belt can only be adjusted on one side which can result in the buckle not sitting centrally Belt with metal buckle adjustable both sides Belt can be adjusted on both sides This means that the buckle can be centrally positioned 10 4 2 Adjusting the postural belt correctly Ensure that you are sitting correctly which means that you are sitting right at the back of the seat your pelvis is positioned erect and as symmetrically as possible not to the front to the side or at one edge of the seat Position the postural belt so that your hipbones can be easily felt above the belt Adjust the belt length using one of the adjustment aids described above The belt should be adjusted so that you can fit a flat hand between the belt and your body The buckle should be positioned as centrally as possible In doing so
40. not stop before descending e Descend the obstacle very slowly 6 3 Driving up and down gradients For information concerning the maximum safe slope please see chapter Technical specifications starting on page 86 A WARNING Danger of tipping over e 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 e Always return the backrest of your seat or the seat tilt if adjustable seat tilt is available to an upright position before ascending slopes We recommend that you position the seat backrest or the seat tilt slightly to the rear before descending slopes e Always lower the lifter if fitted to its lowest position before ascending or descending a slope e Never attempt to ascend or descend a slope on slippery surfaces or where there is a danger of skidding such as wet pavement ice etc e Avoid trying to get out of the vehicle on an incline or a gradient e Always drive straight in the direction the road or path you are on goes rather than attempting to zigzag e Never attempt to turn around on an incline or a slope 6 4 Parking and stationary When parking your vehicle or if your vehicle is stationary for a prolonged period e Switch the vehicle s power system off ON OFF key e Activate your anti theft lock if existing 35 6 5 36 Use on public roads If you wish to use your wheelchair on public roads and lighting is
41. ons Inspections Performed 10 Introduction Dear user First we would like to thank you for purchasing our product We hope that you will have a great deal of pleasure with your new power wheelchair This operating manual contains important information and notes about Safety Operation Care and maintenance Please take care to read the operating manual thoroughly before starting out on your first journey If you find that the font size in the print version of the user manual is difficult to read you can download it as a pdf from the Invacare website This can then be scaled on screen to a font size that is more comfortable for you This wheelchair has been constructed for a large circle of users with different requirements The decision whether the model is suitable for the user may only be taken by medical specialists with appropriate expertise Invacare or their statutory representatives can accept no liability in cases in which the wheelchair has not been adapted to suit the users handicaps gt Bb Some maintenance and settings can be performed by the user or his hers attendants Certain adjustments do however require technical training and may only be carried out by your Invacare specialist dealer Damages and errors caused by nonobservance of the user manual or as a result of incorrect maintenance are excluded from all guarantees This manual contains copyrighted information This manual may not be rep
42. please carry out adjustments on both sides as much as possible Please check your belt every week to ensure that it is still in good working condition to ensure it has no damage or wear and that it is fixed properly to the wheelchair If the belt is only fastened with a bolted connection ensure that the connection has not loosened or undone You can find more information about maintenance work on belts in the service manual which is available from Invacare 49 10 5 Legrests 10 5 1 Standard legrests 10 5 1 1 Swivel the legrest outward and or remove The small unlocking knob is in the legrest upper section 1 Lagi gt If the legrest is unlocked it can be swivelled to the inside or i the outside to aid getting in or removed completely e Press the unlocking knob The legrest is unlocked e Swivel the legrest inwards or outwards e Simply pull up to remove legrest 50 10 5 1 2 Adjusting the length Wd Pre requisites 1x 5 mm hexagon socket spanner Loosen the bolt 1 with the Allen key but do not remove it completely Adjust the legrests to the required length Retighten the screw 51 10 6 Adjusting and removing the tray A CAUTION Injury hazard or material damage if a power wheelchair which is fitted with a table is transported in a vehicle e Ifa table is fitted always remove it before transporting the wheelchair 10 6 1 Laterally adjusting the tray e Loosen the wing s
43. proved by Invacare for this mobility aid Seating systems which are not approved by Invacare for use with this power wheelchair do not under certain circumstances comply with the valid standards and could increase the flammability and the risk of skin irritation e Only use seating systems that have been approved by Invacare for this power wheelchair Electrical and electronic components which have not been approved by Invacare for use with this mobility aid can cause fire hazards and lead to electromagnetic damage e Only ever use electrical and electronic components which have been approved by Invacare for this mobility aid Batteries which have not been approved by Invacare for use with this mobility aid can cause chemical burns e Only ever use batteries which have been approved by Invacare for this mobility aid 27 Key features 1 Push handle 2 Locking screw for adjusting armrest height 3 Locking screw for adjusting backrest angle 4 Disengaging lever 5 Operating console for light 6 Remote 7 Legrest unlocking lever The position of the labels on the product 1 Note Remove the table before transporting 2 Identification of the lashing eyes at the front and back Warning that the wheelchair may not be used as a vehicle seat Note on required head support if the wheelchair may be used as a vehicle seat 3 Identification label sticker on the chassis at the middle also included in t
44. rating temperature 25 50 C surroundings Storage temperature 40 65 C Drive wheel tyres Tyre type e 3 00 8 pneumatic Tyre pressure The recommended maximum tyre pressure in bar or kpa is marked on the side wall of the tyre or the rim If more than one value is listed the lower one in the corresponding units applies Tolerance 0 3 bar 1 bar 100 kpa Castor wheel tyres Tyre type e 220 puncture proof Driving characteristics Speed 6 km h 9 km h Min braking distance 1000 mm 6 km h 1800 mm 9 km h kkkkkk Max safe slope 10 18 according to manufacturer s specifications with 130 kg payload 4 seat angle 20 backrest angle Max climbable obstacle height 50 mm Turning diameter e 1660 mm Drive range in accordance with ISO 7176 4 2008 25 km Total height e 1000 mm Max total width e 640mm Total length incl standard legrests e 1100 mm Seat height with manual seat angle adjuster e 425 500 mm Seat width armrest adjustment range in brackets e 430mm 440 490 mm Seat depth e 410 460 510 mm 87 88 kkkk Backrest height e 480mm Seat cushion thickness e 50mm Backrest angle manual e 10 0 7 5 15 22 5 30 Armrest height e 290 360 mm Legrest lengths e 300 430 mm Seat angle manual
45. re the wheelchair by tensioning the belts in accordance with the manufacturer s anchoring system operating manual 14 2 2 How the user is secured within the wheelchair CAUTION There is a danger of injury if the user is not properly secured within the wheelchair Even if the wheelchair is fitted with a postural belt this is no substitute for a proper safety belt which complies with ISO 10542 in the transport vehicle Always use the safety belt installed in the transport vehicle Safety belts must be in contact with the user s body They must not be held at a distance from the user s body using parts of the wheelchair such as armrests or wheels Refer to the illustration on page 81 Safety belts must be pulled as tightly as possible without causing the user discomfort Refer to the illustration on page 07 Safety belts must not be positioned while twisted Ensure that the third seatbelt anchorage point is not fixed directly to the vehicle floor but to one of the vehicle uprights 79 80 CAUTION Injury hazard during use of the mobility aid as a vehicle seat if a headrest is wrongly adjusted or not installed This can cause the neck to be hyperextended during collisions e A headrest must be installed The headrest optionally supplied for this mobility device by Invacare is perfectly suitable for use during transport e The headrest must be adjusted to the user s ear height Seat belts may not be h
46. required by national legislation then your wheelchair needs to be equipped with an appropriate lighting system Please contact your Invacare dealer if you have any questions Pushing the wheelchair in freewheel mode The motors of the wheelchair are equipped with automatic brakes preventing that the wheelchair starts rolling out of control when the joystick box is switched off When pushing the wheelchair manually whilst freewheeling the magnetic brakes must be disengaged Disengaging Motors Danger of the vehicle running away e When the motors are disengaged for push operation whilst freewheeling the electromagnetic motor brakes are deactivated When the vehicle is parked the levers for engaging and disengaging the motors must without fail be locked firmly into the DRIVE position electromagnetic motor brakes activated NOTE The wheelchair disengaging mechanism is fitted with a gas pressure spring which prevents overloading the disengager When the drive wheels are under torque load for example if the wheelchair is on an incline the gas pressure spring is activated When the engaging lever is pressed forwards it does not remain in the Pushed position but moves automatically back to the Drive position To disengage the drive the drive wheels must be unloaded by moving the wheelchair slightly forwards and backwards again NOTE The motors may only be disengaged by an attendant not by the user This en
47. roduced or reprinted either partly or completely without previous written consent from Invacare or its statutory representatives We reserve the right to make any necessary alterations on the grounds of technical improvements Important symbols in this manual General risks This symbol warns you of general hazards e Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product EXPLOSION HAZARD This symbol warns you of an explosion hazard which can be caused by excessive tyre pressure in a pneumatic tyre e Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product BURN HAZARD This symbol warns you of the danger of chemical burns for example due to the discharge of battery acids e Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product 11 0O Pp BURN Risk This symbol warns of the risk of burns for example as a result of hot motor surfaces e Follow the instructions in order to avoid injury or damage to the product RISK OF CRUSHING This symbol warns of a risk of crushing caused by being careless with heavy components e Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product Wear eye protection This symbol refers to the requirement for wearing eye protection for example when working with batteries e You must wear safety goggles when this symbol is displayed
48. se New batteries will be at their full capacity after having run through approx 10 20 charging cycles break in period This break in period is necessary to fully activate the battery for maximum performance and longevity Thus range and running time of your mobility device could initially increase with use Gel AGM lead acid batteries do not have a memory effect as NiCd batteries General instructions on charging Follow the instructions listed below to ensure safe use and longevity of the batteries e Charge 12 hours prior to initial usage e We recommend charging the batteries daily after every discharge even after partly discharge as well as each night over night Depending on the level of discharge it can take up to 12 hours until the batteries are fully charged again e When the battery indicator reached the red LED range charge the batteries for 16 hours minimum neglecting the charge complete display e Try to provide a 24 hour charge once a week to make sure that both batteries are fully charged 57 11 2 1 3 58 e Do not cycle your batteries at a low state of charge without regularly recharging them fully e Do not charge your batteries under extreme temperatures High temperatures above 30 C are not recommended for charging as well as low temperatures below 10 C e Use only charging devices in Class 2 This class of chargers may be left unattended during charging All charging devices which are supplied by Inva
49. shorter is its life expectancy Examples One deep discharge stresses the same as 6 normal cycles green orange display off The battery life is about 300 cycles at 80 discharge first 7 LED off or about 3000 cycles at 10 discharge one LED off NOTE The number of LED can vary depending on the remote type 61 11 2 4 11 2 5 11 2 5 1 11 2 5 2 62 e Under normal operation once a month the battery should be discharged until all green and orange LED are off This should be done within one day A 16 hour charge afterwards is necessary as reconditioning Transporting batteries The batteries supplied with your electric vehicle are not hazardous goods This classification is based on the German GGVS Hazardous Goods Road Transport Ordinances and the IATA DGR Hazardous Goods Rail Transport Air Transport Ordinances Batteries may be transported without restrictions whether by road rail or by air Individual transport companies have however guidelines which can possibly restrict or forbid certain transport procedures Please ask the transport company regarding each individual case Handling batteries General instructions on handling the batteries e Never mix and match different battery manufactures or technologies or use batteries that do not have similar date codes e Never mix gel with AGM batteries e Always have your batteries installed by a properly trained mobility device technician They have t
50. stance if necessary Danger of falling out of the mobility device e Do not slide forward on the seat do not lean forward between your knees do not lean backwards out over the top of the backrest for example to reach an object e Ifa posture belt is installed it should be correctly adjusted and used each time you use the mobility device e When transferring to a different seat position the mobility device as close as possible to the new seat Danger of injury by moving parts e Make sure that no injury is incurred by moving parts of the mobility device like wheels or one of the Lifter Modules if fitted especially when children are around Risk of injury from hot surfaces e Do not leave the wheelchair in direct sunlight for prolonged periods Metal parts and surfaces such as the seat and armrests can become very hot Danger of fire or breaking down due to electric devices being connected e Do not connect any electric devices to your mobility device that are not expressly certified by Invacare for this purpose Have all electrical installations done by your authorised Invacare Dealer 2 2 Safety information with regard to care and maintenance Danger of accident and loss of guarantee if maintenance is insufficient For reasons of safety and in order to avoid accidents which result from unnoticed wear it is important that this electric mobility product undergoes an inspection once every year under normal oper
51. sures that the motors are only disengaged if an attendant is available to secure the wheelchair and prevent unintended rolling The lever for disengaging the motors is on the rear right side on the wheelchair chassis Disengaging motors e Switch off remote e Withdraw the locking pin 1 Push the engaging lever 2 forwards If necessary move the wheelchair slightly forwards and backwards during disengaging The motors are now disengaged Re engaging motors e Pull the engaging lever 2 to the rear The motors are now re engaged 37 38 Remotes Your wheelchair may be equipped with one of several different remotes For information on the different functions and how to operate a particular remote please see its corresponding User Manual enclosed Lighting Your mobility aid lighting is switched on and off using a special control unit Displays and controls 1 2 3 4 5 Switch control unit on off Activate deactivate hazard lamp unit Activate deactivate left hand direction indicator Activate deactivate right hand direction indicator Activate deactivate lighting 10 10 1 10 1 1 Adjusting the wheelchair to the user s seating posture Adjusting the armrests and the control panel Adapting the control panel to the length of the user s arm e Release wing bolt 1 e Adjust the remote by pushing it forwards or backwards to the required location e Retighten the screw
52. tated in the technical data only states that the system is designed for this mass in total However this does not mean that one can sit a person with this body weight in the wheelchair without restrictions Attention must be paid to the body proportions such as height weight distribution abdominal girth leg and calf girth and seat depth These factors have a strong influence on driving features such as tilt stability and traction The permissible axle loads in particular must be adhered to see chapter Technical specifications as from page 86 It may possibly be necessary to carry out adaptations to the seat system Before driving for the first time Before you take your first trip you should familiarise yourself well with the operation of the vehicle and with all operating elements Take your time to test all functions and driving modes NOTE If installed make sure to properly adjust and use the postural belt each time you use the wheelchair Sitting Comfortably Driving Safely Before each trip make sure that You are within easy reach of all operating controls The battery charge is sufficient for the distance intended to be covered The postural belt if installed is in perfect order 6 2 6 2 1 6 2 2 The rear mirror if installed is adjusted so you can look behind at all times without having to bend forward or shift your seating position Taking Obstacles Maximum obstacle height You can
53. up to five minutes until the electronics has cooled down enough for the drives to apply their full performance If the drive is blocked due to an insurmountable obstacle for example a kerb or similar which is too high and the driver attempts to run the drive for more than 20 seconds against this obstacle the electronic system switches the drives off to avoid damage The status display shows a corresponding flash code please refer to the user manual for your remote If you switch the drive electronics off and then on again the error message is deleted and the electronics can be switched on again 55 11 1 1 The main fuse NOTE i A defective main fuse may be replaced only after checking the entire electric system An Invacare specialised dealer must perform the replacement You can find information on the fuse type in chapter Technical specifications starting on page 86 The entire electric system of the wheelchair is protected by the main fuse against overloading The main fuse is to be found underneath the battery cover 1 56 11 2 1 11 2 1 1 11 2 1 2 Batteries Power is supplied by two 12 V batteries The batteries are maintenance free and only need regular charging In the following you find information on how to charge handle transport store maintain and use batteries Charging the batteries General information on charging New batteries should always be fully charged once before their first u
54. uring charging e DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and operate the wheelchair at the same time e DO NOT sit in the wheelchair while charging the batteries e Switch off the mobility device e Connect the battery charger to the charger socket e Connect the battery charger to the power supply 11 2 1 4 How to disconnect the batteries after charging e Once charging is complete first disconnect the battery charger from the power supply then disconnect the plug from the remote 59 11 2 2 Storage and Maintenance Follow the instructions listed below to ensure safe use and longevity of the batteries Always store the batteries fully charged Do not leave the batteries in a low state of charge for an extended length of time Charge a discharged battery as soon as possible In case your mobility device is not used for a longer period of time that is more than two weeks the batteries must be charged at least once a month to maintain a full charge and always be charged before use Avoid hot and cold extremes when storing We recommend to store batteries at a temperature of 15 C Gel and AGM batteries are maintenance free Any performance issues should be handled by a properly trained mobility device technician 11 2 3 Instructions on using the batteries 60 CAUTION Risk of damaging the batteries Avoid ultra deep discharges and never drain your batteries completely Pay attention to the Battery Ch
55. with an anchoring system that has been checked and approved in accordance with ISO 10542 The transporting vehicle must be professionally converted to anchor the mobility device Contact your vehicle s manufacturer for more information The mobility device has undergone a crash test in which it was anchored in the transporting vehicle s direction of travel Other configurations were not tested The crash test dummy was secured using pelvic and upper body safety belts Both types of safety belt should be used in order to minimise the risk of injuries to head or upper body Invacare tests with a 4 point tie down system from Unwin Safety Systems Contact Unwin for more information on how to obtain such a system for your country and vehicle type For information concerning the curb weight refer to Technical specifications starting on page 86 It is imperative that the mobility device is inspected by an authorised dealer before being used again after being involved in a crash Alterations to the wheelchair anchoring points may not be carried out without the manufacturer s permission 77 14 2 1 How the wheelchair is anchored in a vehicle for use as a vehicle seat 78 with the symbol shown on the right Snap hooks or belt loops can be used for The power wheelchair is fitted with four anchoring points which are labelled iy fixation e Secure the wheelchair at the front 1 and at the rear 2 with the anchoring system belts e Secu
56. within the scope of the basic requirement to be able to move within one s own four walls The need to leave the dwelling place in order to get some fresh air during a short walk or to reach those places generally to be found at close distance to the dwelling and where everyday business is carried out Provision of power wheelchairs for interior and exterior areas is advisable if the use of hand operated wheelchairs is no longer possible on account of the disability yet proper operation of an electromotive drive unit is still practicable Usability Only use a power wheelchair when it is in perfect working order Otherwise you might put yourself and others at risk The following list does not claim to be exhaustive It is only intended to show some of the situations that could affect the usability of your power wheelchair In certain situations you should immediately stop using your wheelchair Other situations allow you to use the wheelchair to get to your dealer e You should immediately stop using your power wheelchair if its usability is restricted due to brake failure e You should immediately contact an authorised Invacare dealer if the usability of your power wheelchair is restricted due to the lighting system failing or being defective 17 reflectors falling off worn thread or insufficient tyre pressure damage to the armrests e g torn armrest padding damage to the legrest hangers e g missing or torn he
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