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1. DESCRIPTION OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR el PRESENTATION 1 1 Introduction Your wheelchair has been factory set before you purchased it However it must be specifically adapted to your needs The following detailed paragraphs describe the various functions and possible adjustments as well as available options You can make some adjustments yourself while others can be made only by your dealer Important based upon the selected model or options your new Invacare Action wheelchair may be not equipped with all of the components or options which are described in the following pages A This is a warning symbol it is essential that the instructions in these paragraphs are followed in order to prevent personal injury to yourself and others around you This is an information symbol about possibility to contact your Dealer for more information 1 2 General description see photo Your wheelchair is made of various parts and this manual describes only the main parts We recommend that you become acquainted with the following terms in order to better understand your wheelchair operation e The seat consists of the seat and backrest upholstery the backrest and armrests This unit is designed to provide optimal comfort e The swing away footrest support or legrest this is the supporting part between the frame and the footrest which swivels to facilitate transfers and can be removed during transport 17 e The footrest
2. Invacare Action Range Yes you can User guide d y s E E Li a 5 O L j kc a H 18 D E f 1 E hh E E 1 NE a i n d f M A ui y 3 Ta 7 a L Foreword The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice Some information is submitted under copyright all rights reserved Any information in this document cannot be photocopied or duplicated without prior written authorization by 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 wheel chair rests solely with the user and his her qualified health advisor Proper and efficient use of the wheelchair that you have chosen is based upon the medical prescription which was issued for you on the basis of your pathology and the nature of your disability Your wheelchair is especially designed to be used indoors and with certain restrictions outdoor Please look at N Warning paragraphs Part A General Guidelines Please comply with traffic regulations Stamp of the Distributor Introduction Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing an Invacare wheelchair This model was designed to provide you with all the benefits and features to meet your needs Only
3. they must NEVER be used as lifting supports as they may be inadvertently released resulting in possible injury to the user and or attendant Do not lower the wheelchair suddenly even if it is several centimetres from the ground as this may result in injury of the user l 4 Tilting Kerbs To get on the pavement Method figure 11 The attendant positions the wheelchair in front of the pave ment facing forward Press down on the lower tube of the frame or on tipping levers delivered as an option as well as pulling on the push handles Attendant tilts the wheelchair backwards until the castors reach the pavement attendant pushes the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels are against the kerb and again pushes the wheelchair until the rear wheels climb over the kerb Method 2 figure 12 In this case the attendant stays on the pavement and tilts Warning the wheelchair in a backwards position with the rear wheels we recommend that users over 100 kg in weight do not use against the kerb The attendant tilts the wheelchair bac this stairway manoeuvre kwards until it is balanced and pulls the wheelchair with a steady movement until the rear wheels climb over the kerb To climb stairways figure 13 then he she lowers the castors while making sure that the After tilting the wheelchair to the point of equilibrium one chair is far enough on the pavement so that the castors do assistant at the back holds t
4. D option or accessory to prevent back tip with Amputee user s the rear wheel axles can be positioned backwards from the backrest cane axle specific manual brakes are included in the kit for a better stability Note Out of the situation of car transportation if you want to use the recliner function remove the lateral belts Note not available for Transit version A The above information is given to the user for informa tion only Any wheels position and or angle fork adjustments to the set up of your wheelchair should only be performed at the direction of a competent person who has fully risk assessed the implication of any changes to the wheelchair configuration Please consult your dealer 2 2 3 Steering tubes They provide seat dump 0 3 or 6 based upon user s capacity propulsion desired floor to seat height and selected front and rear wheels D All these adjustments and changes of position must be performed by a professional technician upon agreement by your prescribing physician Please consult with your dealer 25 position is only compatible with 6 front castors In Active position it is necessary to use anti tippers to avoid any risk of tipping backwards when you drive on a slope See paragraph 2 6 3 26 2 3 Rear wheels 2 3 1 24 amp 22 wheels The 24 610 mm and 22 550 mm wheels are only spoked wheels They can be delivered with pneumatic or solid tyre A f
5. optional loosen the screw B adjust to the desired angle and tighten securely Straps to ensure a good position of the feet two types of straps can be provided the heelrest strap plain or adjustable by Velcro fasteners and the calfpad strap attached to the footrest support are both adjustable by Velcro fasteners Note the standard footrest supports and legrests are mounted in pairs on the wheelchair whenever you remove them remember that you have a right side and a left side AN Never lift the wheelchair by the footrest supports or legrests Keep your fingers away from movable parts during folding disassembling or adjustment to prevent injuries 2 1 5 Armrests Removable simple n photo 14 to remove armrests simply pull them up Previously press on the push pin D lo cated at the bottom of the armrest vertical upright Reverse the procedure to reinstall them To adjust their height 3 positions remove the screw A adjust to the desired height and reposition the screw A tighten without forcing The armrests with central fixation n amp n 4 from now are equipped with a support adjustable in 2 parts which ena bles you to reduce the plays and to facilitate the vertical tube extraction it is necessary to tighten or loosen the 4 screws B according to the anticipated result photo 15 Swing away removable n 2 photos 16 amp 17 This range of armrests can be swung away to
6. wheelchair forward with short quick pushes on the hand rims to maintain speed and direction control If you want to rest apply both brakes when stopping Downward slopes figure 16 Lean backward cautiously and your centre of gravity will move backward to a more stable position Now let the hand rims slide in your hands Be ready to react at any moment to control speed and direction Warning The position of the rear wheel axle and the angle of your wheelchair s backrest are two of the key adjust ments that can affect your stability whilst sat in the wheelchair see figure 14 eg Standard configuration for fixed backrest warning Avoid turning suddenly and never try to climb and descend a ramp diagonally figure 7 It is recommended to avoid using ramps with a slope greater than 9 degrees and do not attempt to turn whilst on a slope The wheel position is usually factory set and should not be change unless by the direction of a competent person who must have assessed the impact of the change on your stability in normal use If your wheelchair is fitted with a recliner backrest it is recommended that anti tippers are also fitted and used whenever the backrest is reclined from the upright position Operating instructions 2 1 Unfolding and Folding the wheelchair 2 1 1 Unfolding the wheelchair figure 18 With one hand grab the armrest or the seat support tube on one side of the wheelchair and slightly t
7. A wheelchair anchored posture belt with metal buckle must be fitted across the wheelchair occupant in addition to the lap and diagonal occupant restraint 3 point belt Belt restraints are not to be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts such as armrests postural restraints wheels etc Picture 22 The wheelchair must be securely fastened in the vehicle with an ISO 10542 2 approved 4 point belt system according to the methods described in the manual The occupied wheelchair must be tied down in an forward facing configuration with the parking brake applied The wheelchair backrest should be positioned as close as possible to 90 degrees Please observe that even if these products and recommen dations are provided in order to increase safety injury to vehicle occupants still might occur in the event of a collision or other accidents and no guarantee is given in this respect Correct and incorrect placements of 3 point belt picture 22 4 2 Restraint systems picture 23A details A amp B Non contractual picture only for information Please refer to best practice recommended instructions from the safety belt manufacturer A Frontal restraints with straps picture 23A detail A Connect the frontal straps around the front part of the frame See location of the attachment labels 2 Release brakes and tension front straps by pulling the wheelchair backwards from the rear 3 Re apply w
8. M4 Seat material NF EN 1021 1 Fire class NF EN 1021 2 Cushion depth mm 0 n 35 Yes you AC4 G UK V4 01 2010 Invacare France Operations SAS EXC ES Route de Saint Roch 37230 FONDETTES Invacare Australia Pty Ltd lenton Place North Rockes NSW 2151 Australia 61 2 8839 5333 Fax 61 2 8839 5353 Invacare n v Autobaan 22 8210 Loppem Brugge Belgium amp Luxemburg 32 50 831010 Fax 32 50 831011 Invacare A S Sdr Ringvej 37 2605 Br ndby Danmark 42 kundeservice 45 0 3690 0000 Fax kundeservice 45 0 3690 0001 Aquatec GmbH AlemannenstraBe 10 D 88316 Isny Deutschland 49 0 75 62 7 000 Fax 49 0 75 62 7 00 66 European Distributor Organisation Invacare KleistsraBe 49 D 32457 Porta Westfalica Deutschland 49 0 31 754 540 Fax 49 0 57 31 754 541 Invacare SA c Areny s n Poligon Industrial de Celr 17460 Celr Girona Espa a 23 34 0 972 49 32 00 Fax 34 0 972 49 32 20 Invacare Poirier SAS Route de St Roch F 37230 Fondettes France 33 0 2 47 62 64 66 Fax 33 0 2 47 42 12 24 Invacare Mecc San s r l Via dei Pini 62 1 36016 Thiene VI Italia 2 39 0 445 380059 Fax 39 0 445 380034 Invacare Ireland Ltd Unit 5 Seatown Business Campus Seatown Rd Swords County Dublin Ireland 2 353 8107084 Fax 353 8107085 Invacare NZ 4 Westfield Place Mt Wellington Auckland New Zealand
9. consists of an adjustable tube and the footplate which supports the foot e The folding frame consists of side frames and a folding system including the seat rails These parts constitute the frame which is the supporting component of the wheelchair and its strength is well tested checked at 125 kg and 160 kg for 50 5 55 5 amp 60 5 cm seat width e The steering tube is the connection between frame and castors it allows the adjustment of the seat angle e The rear wheel consists of the wheel axle and handrim The position of the rear wheels relative to the seated user determines the rearward stability and also the ease by wich the user can propel the wheelchair using the handrims They are mounted on the multiple adjustment wheel support brackets e The castor consists of the front wheel and the fork The castors provide front contact with the ground and determine the steering by the direction of the forks e The manual brake is a parking brake The two manual brakes are used to secure the wheelchair when stationary Backrest upholstery Armpad Armrest Backrest 18 Rear wheel Seat upholstery Rear wheel Swing away support legrest Sf 7 a Rear wheel axle Handrim pus e Adjustable footrest tube 1 Manual Footplate brake Folding frame Swing away footrest Steering tube Front wheel P Adjustments 2 1 Seat 2 1 1 Seat upholster
10. is required with reference to the position and diameter of the rear wheel Push down the button A schema 36 and adjust 3 cm mini the wheels holding tube for the desired distance based upon the preset holes N Make sure that the dog points locates in and protrudes through its appropriate location hole in the frame tube in order to prevent any falls Note Make sure that the anti tipper wheel is ALWAYS located out side the rear wheel volume All these adjustments and changes of position must be per formed by a professional technician because these can affect the stability and the safety of the user Please consult your dealer 2 6 4 Other option Transparent tray photo 37 it is positioned on the armpads of the armrests full length ones only Slide the tray forward or backward based upon the user s build N no not place very heavy and unstable objects containers with very hot and corrosive liquids on the tray which may cause serious injury if they fall 63 Specifications and tool s 3 1 Standard wheelchair specifications Maximum user weight Seat width Seat depth Floor seat height Rear wheel tyre Castors Parking brake Backrest Armrests Footrest supports amp Legrests Seat upholstery Frame Wheelchair average weight 125 kg 160 kg 38 40 5 43 45 5 48 cm 50 5 55 5 60 5 cm 40 45 cm 5 1 48 5 46 43 5 41 38 5 cm 24 610 mm pneumatic 8
11. kundeservice 64 22 57 95 10 Fax kundeservice 64 22 57 95 01 Invacare AS Grensesvingen 9 0603 Oslo Norge 2 kundeservice 47 22 57 95 10 Fax kundeservice 47 22 57 95 01 Invacare PORTUGAL Lda Rua Estrada Velha 949 4465 784 Le a do Balio Portugal 35 225105946 Fax 351 225105739 Invacare AB Fagerstagatan 9 163 91 Sp nga Sverige kundtj nst 46 0 8 761 70 90 Fax kundtj nst 46 0 8 761 81 08 Invacare B V Celsiusstraat 46 NL 6716 BZ Ede Nederland 31 0 318 69 57 57 Fax 31 0 318 69 57 58 Invacare Ltd Pencoed Technology Park Pencoed Bridgend CF35 5HZ United Kingdom T Customer service 44 0 1656 776222 Fax 44 0 1656 776220
12. the lock up to unlock To adjust braking turn the screw C counterclockwise to increase braking force and turn clockwise to reduce it D The specific adjustments of hub brakes must always be performed by your Dealer Always operate the two brakes simultaneously and do not take slopes exceeding 5 to ensure perfect control of the wheelchair steering Hub brakes are running brakes only always use the manual brakes to secure the wheelchair during short or long stops 2 6 Options 2 6 Seating options Back brace photo 28 it provides tension to the backrest upholstery and provides the attendant better ergonomics when pushing the wheelchair Note it swings away to facilitate the wheelchair folding slightly loosen the button A pull up and swivel along the backrest until it is in vertical position To reposition it reverse the procedure and firmly tighten the button A making sure that the button is properly tighten B 29 Dr is important to ensure that the backbrace is correctly fitted and engaged at all times when the chair is in use See label on the backbrace photo 30 Do not attempt to lift the wheelchair using the backbrace it may come loose and the wheelchair and user drop Keep your fingers away from movable parts to prevent inju ries 30 Swing away back brace photo 29 Press the push pin C and fold down the back brace Reverse the procedure to reinstall Note that the push pi
13. to slow down the wheelchair or to be used as support during a transfer They must be operated simultaneously In order to brake push the handle A forward The handle folds back to facilitate transfers Draw as a preliminary the handle upwards Once the brakes are engaged the wheel chair should not move at all Note brakes 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 the brake s To adjust the brake s loosen the two screws B and slide the brake assembly to obtain the following distance value between the wheel and the brake shoe in unlocked position photo 25 A Please make sure this adjustment is always done as des cribe whatever the chair configuration is Solid tyre X 6 mm Pneumatic tyre X 5 mm tighten the screws after adjustment Keep your fingers away from movable parts to prevent injuries 2 5 2 Hub brakes attendant control Besides the functions provided by manual brakes the hub brakes photos 26 amp 27 provide the slow down for example on a slope and improved safety because they are still efficient when you have a flat tyre To slow down gradually pull the lever A upwards In addition to the manual brakes you can lock the brake in parking position with the lever A tightened push the lock B to engage it in the notches of the brake handle then pull
14. vertical position it locks automatically N Always make sure that the backrest is properly locked in place before the user settles down in the wheelchair to prevent any injuries Reclining backrest 0 30 39 41 43 cm short cane tube or 47 49 51 cm long cane tube backrest height The intended use of reclining backrest is to get a relaxing comfort position for the user It is not indented to be used in a dynamic situation and it should be used on horizontal surface when the backrest is reclined especially when the backrest angle is more than 10 Anti tippers are recomman ded for those who need to feel safer or have a specific usage Simultaneously pull the levers A to provides the same angle on both sides release the levers when you reach the desired angle photo 4 e Mechanical version 19 There are 4 angles position by step of 10 Note Push on the backrest canes before operating the levers this is to release the auto locked security system Photo 5 20 Gas strut version 0 to 30 continuously 43 cm short cane tube or 5 cm long cane tube backrest height Photo 6 The gas struts provide a help to the attendant to raise the user always operated with the user seated in the wheelchair AN is recommended that this operation be performed only by the attendant Always make sure that the backrest is locked in place to ensure perfect safety for the user Keep away fing
15. you want to use the recliner function please ensure that the lateral belts are remove from theirs front side and backrest supports Note for maintenance of your DARTEX cover only use a soft rag soaked with alcohol Comfort headrest photo 20 It is removable completely loosen the ball screw A It is height adjustable slightly loosen the ball screw A adjust to the desired height tighten without forcing The cushion also is angle depth and height adjustable by ope rating simultaneously the lever B and screws C Note make sure that the indexable lever is properly oriented to prevent any bother or injury to the user or attendant A Do not adjust the head rest when the user leans on it and check the mounting to the backrest in order to prevent injuries 2 2 Frame 2 2 1 Double folding system It consists of two double cross bars which integrates seat rails To fold and unfold your wheelchair see chapter A General paragraph 2 1 2 2 2 Side frame The sides or side frames are designed to accommodate the steering tubes for the castors and multiple adjustment wheel mounting for rear wheels These wheel mountings allow five height positions and two longitudinal positions Active C advanced for better handling Standard A serial delivery with fixed or folding backrest Passive B backward for better stability serial with reclining backrest and Transit 12 version Dual amputee position
16. 200 mm solid tyre 33 Manual brake with indexed brake shoe Fixed folding and reclining Removable removable and swing away Removable and swing away Black nylon on reinforced upholstery Aluminium epoxy coated 15 kg 34 3 2 Tools for adjustments and regular maintenance not supplied Function Tool Brake 5 mm Allen key Footrest tube 5 mm Allen key Footplate 5 mm Allen key Adjustable armrests n 5 5 mm Allen key Simple armrests n 4 mm Allen key 10 mm open end wrench T20 Torx key 13 mm open end Wrench X 2 19 27 mm open end wrench 1 19 mm open end wrench Armpad Castor Quick release axle After sale and disposal recommendations e It is compulsary to use original Invacare spare parts which you can buy through any Invacare dealer For repair please contact your local Invacare dealer Disposal the metal parts can be disposed of for scrap metal through recycling Plastic parts are disposed of as plastic scrap Disposal must be carried out in accordance with the res pective national regulation Please apply to your municipal authorities local government for details about local disposal companies 3 3 Dimensions Min Max Picture Description value i Y I i Seat effective width mm Overall width mm Width of folded wheelchair mm Height from ground to back seat mm Height from ground to front seat mm Backrest height mm Wheelchair
17. Summary of warranty terms 5 1 Standard Invacare terms and conditions This is to certify that your manual wheelchair is warranted by Invacare for a period of 2 years for the frame and cross bars all others parts 2 years also but subject to the following conditions If a defect fault is discovered the supplier dealer from whom the appliance was purchased should be notified imme diately The manufacturer will not accept responsibility for damage caused by misuse or non observance of the instructions set out in the user manual During the period of warranty any parts that have become defective due to faulty workmanship or materials will be renewed or repaired without charge by the Invacare dealer supplier The warranty will be forfeited should any unauthorised alteration be made to the equipment The Purchaser s statutory rights under the Consumer Protection Act are not affected 5 2 Limitation of liability This warranty does not extend to the consequential costs resulting from fault clearance in particular freight and travel costs loss of earnings expenses etc Invacare shall not be liable for Natural wear and tear Inappropriate or incorrect use Defective assembly or setting up by the purchaser or third parties Defective or neglectful treatment use of unsuitable spares Summary of operating instructions for optimal safety Maximum user s recommended weight 125 kg or 160
18. afe operation of your wheelchair the following tere should be cheered The maximum recommended weight of the user is 125kg Stability and balance and 160 kg for 50 5 55 5 amp 60 5 cm seat width However Your wheelchair has been designed to provide the stability the level of activity is an essential factor For example an you need during normal daily activities active user who weighs 75 kg may subject the wheelchair to Any movement in the wheelchair will have an impact on more stress than user who weighs 100 kg To this purpose the position of the centre of gravity which may lead to the we recommend that you consult your retailer when choosing wheelchair tipping and a fall the model of wheelchair based upon your daily life style To improve your safety when you move a lot or you transfer your weight from one place to another we recommend using 1 1 Reaching an object from the chair seat belts The limitations on reaching out from a wheelchair indicated Weight distribution figure 1 in the following diagrams have been calculated based on a Many actions cause the user of a wheelchair to reach out representative sample of wheelchair users lean over or move about within the wheelchair and outside Only the arms should be extended beyond the seat of the it Any movement you make whilst sat in your wheelchair wheelchair figure 2 will move the combined centre of gravity Gc of you and In any case the bod
19. and backrest upholstery Make sure that the upholstery is in good condition h Rear wheels Make sure that the wheel nuts and precision bearings are tight Make sure that the wheels are parallel to the frame i Handrims Check for rough patches j Spokes Make sure that the spokes are not distorted loose or bro ken k Castors Make sure that the axle is tight by turning the wheel the wheel must gradually come to a stop I Fork steering tube Make sure that all the fittings are well tightened m Pneumatic and solid tyres Check the pressure of the pneumatic tyres Front 250 kPa Rear 350 kPa check the wear of the solid tyre tread n Cleaning and disinfection Cleaning Use only damp clothes and gentle detergent Do not use abrasive or scouring liquid Do not use high pressure cleaning devices on ball bearings front amp rear wheels fork axles Make sure you dry the wheelchair if it is wet e g after washing it or going out in the rain Disinfection Spray or wipe disinfection using a tested and recognised product is permitted Please pay attention to the manufacturer s instructions of the medical product desinfectant you are using Transportation Transport of wheelchairs in vehicles The Invacare Action Range has been tested for safety in collisions according to ISO 7176 19 Invacare Action Range can be used for transport in vehicles that have been specially adapted for this purpose The wheelchair mu
20. e multiple adjus table wheel mounting until it locks in place The locking balls C must rise above the bearing No significant side clearance is allowed To reduce clearance as much as possible remove the axle and adjust the nut using a 19 mm key then block the axle with an Imm open end key sure that the axle and the locking balls are clean wipe out every month with a rag soaked with fine oil To prevent falls it is essential that the button A and the locking balls C are disengaged providing a perfect lock of the rear wheels The quick release axle is a precision part take care of shocks and clean regularly to ensure the good working of the mechanism 2 4 Castors 2 4 1 8 6 amp 5 wheels The front wheels are available in 8 200mm diameter and in two widths 3 8 32 mm and 2 50mm or in 6 150mm diameter and a single width of 3 8 32mm They can be delivered with pneumatic or solid tyre A 5 100 mm diameter soft roll medium hard is available Note refer to paragraph 2 3 1 for regular maintenance 2 4 2 Front fork Different fork positions are available based upon the selection of floor to seat height castors and rear wheels D Please take advice from your dealer if you want to replace or remove the castors or rear wheels 28 2 5 Brakes 2 5 1 Manual brakes The manual brakes photo 24 are designed to secure the wheelchair during long stops They are not intended
21. elchair 3 Safety inspection and maintenance 3 1 Performance control 3 2 General inspection 4 Transportation 4 1 Observations before transport of wheelchair 4 2 Restraint systems 4 3 Specific attachment for Comfort version 5 Summary of warranty terms 5 Standard terms 5 2 Limitation of liability eS Summary of operating instructions TABLE OF CONTENTS Page NN D D CJ 10 10 II 12 12 14 15 15 DESCRIPTION OF YOUR CHAIR Presentation I I Introduction 2 General description Adjustments 1 Seat 2 1 1 Seat upholstery 2 1 2 Type of Backrest 1 3 Backrest upholstery 4 Footrest supports 1 5 Armrests 1 6 Comfort version Frame 2 1 Side frame 2 2 2 Double folding system 2 2 3 Steering tube 2 3 Rear wheel 2 3 1 24 amp 22 wheels 2 3 2 Handrims 2 3 3 Axles 2 4 Castors 2 4 1 8 6 amp 5 wheels 2 4 2 Front fork 2 5 Brakes 2 5 1 Manual brakes 2 5 2 Hub brakes 2 6 Options amp accessories 2 6 1 Seating options 2 6 2 Propulsion options 2 6 3 Safety equipment and options 2 6 4 Other options 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Specification and tool s 3 1 Standard wheelchair specifications 3 2 Tools for adjustments and regular maintenance Not supplied 3 3 Dimensions Page 17 17 6 GENERAL GUIDELINES whilst the line of your combined centre of gravity lies within the points of contact of the forward and rear wheels with e Safety and operating limits a For a s
22. ere you wish to sit When transferring position yourself as far back as possible in the seat to prevent breaking screws damaging the seat upholstery or causing the wheelchair to tip forward Lock the two brakes they should not be used in any case as support for transfers Never stand on the footrests when you are getting in or out of the wheelchair figure 10 1 3 Tilting balancing on the rear wheels For greater safety this operation must be performed by an attendant The attendant should be aware of the required physical effort and use appropriate positioning in order to relieve the strain on his her back keep a straight back and bend your knees during this operation To tilt the wheelchair the attendant must firmly grab the han dles making sure both are properly fixed Warn the occupant in the wheelchair before tilting it and remind him her to lean backwards and make sure that both feet and hands of the user are clear of the wheels Place a foot on the footstep tube and move continuously until the chair reaches the equi librium point At this stage the assistant will feel a difference in weight distribution which usually occurs at approximately 30 At this point the wheelchair can get over the obstacle easily Finally the attendant slowly and gradually lowers the front down to the ground while firmly holding the handles warning Be aware of detachable parts such as armrests or legrests
23. ers from moving parts levers cylinders mechanisms etc to prevent injuries The backbrace B photos 6 amp 7 links the two push handles and must always be in position on recliner versions see para graph 2 6 1 Avoid operating levers A photo 7 during a sideways transfer for example in order to prevent destabilising the user s posi tion To ensure safety for the user when backrest is reclined we recommend to use anti tippers available as an option Maintenance of reclining backrest mechanism varies with use Please contact your Dealer Based upon the development of your disability you can choose an Invacare Action 4 NG backrest that meets your needs Please consult with your Dealer A If you consider there is an excessive free play in the recliner mechanism after a simple visual examination of the ratchet please contact your Dealer To ensure safety for the user when backrest is reclined we recommend to use anti tippers available as an option N Tre hanging of additional load back pack or similar items onto your chair backposts can affect the rearward stability of your chair especially when used in combination with recliner backrests This can cause the chair to tip backwards causing injury Therefore Invacare strongly recommend the use of anti ti ppers available as an option when using your backposts with additional load back pack or similar items 2 1 3 Backrest upholstery Standard u
24. facilitate transfers and disassembling during transport To swing the armrest away push down the dog point A reverse the procedure to reinsert making sure that the dog point B is properly engaged in its housing To remove the armrest swing it back completely and pull it up Reverse the procedure to reinstall The new design includes handle C and hollowed skirt guard D to facilitate front transfer Grip firmly the armrest handle take care of your nails on the skirt guard edges Push on your arms to easily lift yourself up and the attendant can help you to finalise the transfer to the place where you wish to sit In the event the armrest handle covers C become slippery it is recommended to request your dealer to replace them Refer to paragraph 1 2 2 Front transfer for safety instruc tions When folding back down ensure that it locks in place otherwise it can act as a long lever and could fatigue Note the armrests are mounted in pairs on the wheelchair whenever you remove them remember that you have a right and a left side PUN lift the wheelchair by the armrests Keep your fingers away from movable parts during folding disassembling or adjustment to prevent injuries 2 1 6 Comfort version 23 The Action Comfort configuration wheelchair for passive user needs a specific attachment kit to be fitted to the chair so that the chair is safe to be used as a vehicle seat see paragraph 4 3 The Co
25. from its support A To prevent falls and injuries it is essential that the button A is fully engaged providing perfect locking of the rear wheels 2 Two positions of the small handrim are possible to facili tate the propulsion internal position 2 external position Unscrew the three fixation bolts B position the small handrim depending on the needed configuration firmly tighten the three bolts To fold the wheelchair take the transmission shaft C off by sliding one part inside the other To facilitate this operation move the small handrim forwards to backwards You can now roll the folded wheelchair A Please note that the transmission shaft is an integral part of the wheelchair and the user will be unable to propel the wheelchair without it 31 32 2 6 3 Safety equipment and options Posture belt photo 34 to close the buckle belt engage part A into part B to open press C The posture belt is mounted on the backrest brackets Straps should be adjusted on both sides to suit user body thread the loop D through the mounting on the chair and then through the two plastic buckles E It is important that both buckles E are used There is a danger the belt might slip if the belt is threaded through only one If the belt has come loose at the metallic clasp it should be adjusted thread the loop F through the plastic buckle G Please make sure that the belt cannot slide Position the pos
26. hair Inspections to the to the left moves amp right slowly Make sure that pressure in the pneumatic tyre is correct cf B 2 3 Make sure that the e e e e bolts are tight Check the adjustment o e on the fork angle Make sure that the 2 castors come in o o o contact with the ground at the same time 3 2 General inspection Your distributor who has the required technical expertise is responsible for any wheelchair repairs We recommend that you take the wheelchair to your re tailer at least once a year for a complete inspection Regular maintenance allows the identification and replacement of defective and worn parts which improves the daily opera tion of your wheelchair Regular inspections to be performed by you or your assistants a General Make sure that the wheelchair folds and unfolds easily Make sure that the wheelchair moves in a straight line no resistance or deviation b Manual brakes Make sure that the manual brakes do not touch the moving tyres Make sure that the manual brakes operate easily Make sure that the joints are not worn and do not have play c Folding system Check the folding system for worn or distorted parts d Skirtguard armrest upholstery Make sure that all the fittings are properly tightened e Armrests Make sure that the armrests are firmly attached but easy to remove f Armpad Make sure that the armpads are in good condition g Seat
27. he wheelchair up against the not fall into empty space first step grasping the handles firmly to lift To get off the pavement The second assistant lifts the wheelchair above the stairs while holding firmly a fixed part of the frame and holds it The attendant positions the wheelchair facing forward on while the first assistant takes a step and repeats the opera the pavement and tilts it backwards until it is balanced then tion The wheelchair must not be lowered until the last step he she pushes the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels has been passed and the chair is clear of the stairs touch the road after getting over the obstacle then he she To descend stairways gradually lowers the castors to the ground Same operation as above however reverse steps as above 1 5 Stairways N Because this is a difficult movement we recommend using Do not attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable parts two attendants one in front of the wheelchair and one such as armrests legrests or footrests behind the wheelchair Avoid using an escalator which may lead to serious injury in the event of a fall 1 6 Slopes It is recommended to avoid using ramps with a slope higher than 9 The wheelchair risks tipping over in the event of spinning or side movement figure 14 Upward slopes figure 15 Lean the upper body forward and your centre of gravity will move forward to a more stable position Now move the
28. heelchair brakes B Rear restraints pictures 23B for self propelling amp 23C for Transit version Attach the snap hooks on the rear straps to the frame just above the rear wheel attachments See location of the attachment labels 2 Tighten the straps Posture belt The posture posture belt is mounted on the back frame picture 24 amp 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 addi tion to but never as a substitute for an approved passenger restraint system 3 point belt D Fastening of 3 point belt vehicle safety belt device Although all three points may be anchored to the vehicle floor the diagonal belt passing over the users shoulder should be routed through a point above and behind the seated user which is fixed to the vehicle sides before passing down to the floor The 3 point belt should not be kept from the user s body by the parts of the wheelchair 13 14 4 3 Specific attachment for Comfort version only test report n 510948 available as a kit Install the front side supports for lateral belt see detail A mount the support with the set of screws and locknuts M6x40 on the front through the front end cup and the M x 35 into the nearest hole tighten the bolt assembly
29. height when backrest is folded mm 380 605 590 815 580 805 Drum brake 900 1030 Picture Description value Backrest height including headrest mm eo op ep pg Overall lenght mm Lenght without footrest mm Distance between front wheel and rear wheel mm Backrest angle 0 Bracket angle 0 Distance between footrest and seat mm Distance between armrest and backrest mm 1045 1290 1050 1110 830 900 390 550 0 30 350 480 250 350 MR VTA YA EVA _ Min Max Picture Description value Ml Picture Description value Fixed armrest Maximum height 200 260 obstacle mm height mm Maximum 21 down Static slope on 0 obstacle Adjustable armrest height mm 190 295 Maximum 18 ap Static slope 5H 0 obstacle Notched armrest height mm C2 O Maximum 18 5 lateral Static super elevation on 0 obstacle Rear wheel diameter mm 560 610 Wheels Armrests Footrests Handrim diameter mm Removable 470 520 parts dit Bo Overall weight when empty 15 17 kg Seat plane angle 0 6 0 gr or oe gr Zl User s maximum 125 weight kg Weight of the heaviest removed part kg Height without rear 605 wheel mm 2 Turning circle 850 mm Nylon
30. ided that you are sufficiently mobile and have a strong enough torso Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the seat to which you would like to sit with the castors pointed forward Lock the rear wheels by applying the brakes Fold both footplate up and push the footrest legrest to the side remove swing away the armrest to facilitate the transfer Shift your body towards the place where you want to sit while distributing your weight to the arms and hands figures 8 amp 8A While moving from the wheelchair to the seat your body will have littl