Invacare Action 1 NG
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1. U L O Quick release axles lock properly see page 19 Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling finish Inspect for broken spokes Wheel fork assembly has proper tension when castor is spun Castor should come to a gradual stop Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture Loosen tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop Ensure all castor wheel fork head tube fasteners are secure see pages 7 amp 22 Wheel brakes do not interfere with tyres when rolling Wheel brakes pivot point are free of wear and looseness Wheel brakes are easy to engage Inspect tyres castors for flat spots and wear Check pneumatic tyres for proper inflation recommended tyre pressure Is listed on the side wall of the tyre Clean quick release axles with a Teflon lubricant Ensure axles are free from dirt lint etc Ensure roller bearings are free from dirt lint etc Adjust wheel brakes as tires wear Clean and wax all parts Clean upholstery and armrests Ensure castors are free of debris Inspect Adjust Weekly User or Attendant O d d d d d n Wheelchair rolls straight no excessive drag or pull to one side Quick release axles lock properly see page 19 Inspect for broken spokes Wheel fork assembly has proper tension when castor is spun Castor should come to a gradual stop Inspect tyres castors for flat spots and wear Check pneumatic tyres for proper inflation recommended t2. AT TO FLOOR HEIGHT SECTION 6 SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT WARNING After ANY adjustments repair or service and before use make Sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may occur Seat Angle NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 6 1 NOTE Refer to Measuring Seat to Floor Height paragraph for measuring instructions NOTE Invacare recommends that the rear seat to floor height be AT LEAST 2 5 cm shorter than the front seat to floor height Otherwise a forward seat angle can occur Subtract the rear seat to floor height measurement from the front seat to floor height measurement to determine the amount of seat angle as shown in the example in FIGURE 6 1 Seat Depth 42 5 cm Front Seat to Floor Height Rear Seat to Floor Height Example 50 cm Front Seat to Floor Height 47 5 cm Minus Rear Seat to Floor Height 3 1 Equals Seat Angle FIGURE 6 1 Seat Angle WARNING Because of the parts mechanical tolerances and all adjustments possible 1 the seat angles possible is 3 1 depending of the wheelchair assembly Refer to table Seat to floor heights paragraph 23 Action1 NG Range SECTION 6 SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT Measuring Seat to Floor Height NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 6 2 NOTE All measurements are in centimetres The front and rear seat to floor heights are approximate to 0 65 cm due to tyre wear and air pressure Me
3. ECTION 4 SEAT BACK Installing Removing Seat Lap Belt NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 4 5 1 Remove seat cushion from wheelchair if necessary 2 Remove the mounting screws and washers that secures the seat lap belt half to the backrest cane 3 Repeat STEP 2 for opposite side if necessary 4 Do one of the following e To install the seat lap belt proceed to STEP 6 e Remove the existing seat lap belt from the wheelchair 5 Engage the two halves of the new seat lap belt 6 Align the mounting holes on the wheelchair frame and one end of the new seat lap belt 7 Secure the new seat lap belt to the backrest cane with one mounting screw and washer Tighten securely 8 Repeat STEPS 6 and 7 for the opposite side of the seat lap belt 9 Reinstall seat cushion onto wheelchair if necessary Seat lap belt Half Seat lap belt Half Backrest ds e Mounting Screw Mounting screw NOTE Backrest upholstery removed for clarity FIGURE 4 5 Installing Removing Seat Lap Belt Action1 NG Range 16 SECTION 4 SEAT BACK Installing Removing the Back Brace WARNING If a back brace is already installed you don t have to re install the back cane inserts After ANY adjustments repair or service and before use make Sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may occur NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 4 6 NOTE To remove the back brace rever
4. Invacare Action NG Range MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT RM Action1 NG Range 1 December 2010 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE kk as 4 BE geleitet 4 Maintenance Guidelines amp Safety Inspection 4 Melan al SEBE DT rrr rrr de de ns ce 7 Suggested Maimtenance Procedures 2 m le ie ceed ceteris kk ens n cotes asd cd LE e A d na be 7 SLA TR MA A a AAA nee Som 8 SECTION 2 FRONT HANGERS ss taa 9 Ag justing Footrest Helghl us a 9 Replacing Heel erem c Pee 10 Ad jusingtheLegdresbAngle uit lao 10 Adjusting the Footplate Agh sy y eee dena A wa die tese reso ehe a Wer Ve rate eer oa der ken Saan 10 AQJUStINO Galpad ue MEE Emm 11 AdIuS ind Gallpad EOD ata tl lae ab Eaten oer eee enn eres n recente 11 SECTION S ARMRE SIS calas 12 Removing Installing Swing Away Armrest ss 12 FCDIAGING AImmest ATP BO ae ll yee nA sen eme name ue Mine see 13 SECTION A SEATIBACK astenia nne y b tore a lr AZAR xaka s kik ra sede Sa sekn ek 14 REMOVING BACK CANNES n ene de bA N A keh l K n v ey kece W n e C e dae l aerate key k y o ed ai k n b 14 Removing Installing Seat Upholstery ss 14 Removing Installing Standard Back Upholstery M 15 Installing Removing Seat Lap Belt ss 16 Installing Removing the Back Brace sees
5. an Replacing Repairing Front Castor Tyre Tube WARNING Replacement of front castor tyre or tube MUST be performed by a qualified technician CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced when necessary 21 Action1 NG Range SECTION 5 REAR WHEELS FRONT CASTORS Removing Installing Repositioning the Castor Assemblies NOTE If replacing a front castor note the mounting position of the existing front castor for installation of the new front castor NOTE If repositioning front castors or replacing the existing front caster with a castor of a different size refer to Changing Front Seat to Floor Height paragraph to determine the front castor position needed for the required front seat to floor height NOTE Both front castors MUST be the same size and adjusted to the same height NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 5 6 Removing Front Wheel 1 Remove the mounting bolt and locknut that secure the front wheel to the fork 2 Remove the wheel from the fork Front Fork Installing Front Wheel 1 Using the mounting bolt and locknut secure the wheel to the desired wheel mounting position y cL 2 Ensure fork stem is perpendicular to the flat surface Refer to Adjusting Castor Angle paragraph elini Mounting Bolt Wheel FIGURE 5 6 Removing Installing Repositioning the front wheel Action NG Range 22 SECTION 6 SE
6. astor mounting position on the fork Refer to Removing Installing Repositioning the Castor Assemblies paragraph e Changing the rear height positioning Refer to Adjusting Rear Wheel Height paragraph SEAT ANGLE 3 REAR WHEEL FRONT CASTOR SEAT HEIGHT 24 8 50 cm A A 45 cm B D a Bi Y 7 j 2 te I ES FIGURE 6 3 Seat To Floor Height 25 Action1 NG Range SECTION 7 WHEEL BRAKES SECTION 7 WHEEL BRAKES EN WARNING After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may occur Ensure that the clamp assembly is well positioned in its frame located position Adjusting Wheel Brakes NOTE When changing the position of the rear wheels the wheel brakes MUST be repositioned NOTE Before adjusting or replacing the wheel brake assemblies ensure that the tyres are inflated to the recommended BAR KPa P S I on the side wall of the tyre NOTE If wheel brakes need replacement installation must be performed by a qualified technician Adjusting Wheel Brake Position NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 7 1 1 Remove the two mounting screws that secures the wheel brake assembly to the wheelchair frame 2 Remove the wheel brake assembly from the clamp assembly 3 Move the clamp assembly if necessary to the other wheel brake position on the wh
7. asuring Front Seat to Floor Height Front Seat to Floor Height Measure the distance between the front of the seat upholstery and the ground floor Measuring Rear Seat to Floor Height NOTE The rear seat to floor heights are based on pneumatic tyres and pneumatic tyres with flat free inserts If wheelchair is equipped with urethane tyres subtract 0 65 cm from the measurement Rear Seat to Floor Height Measure distance between the rear of the seat upholstery and the ground floor Seat upholstery Rear Front Seat to Floor Height Seat to Floor Height FIGURE 6 2 Seat Angle Changing Seat to Floor Height WARNING The seat height seat depth back angle seating system size position of the rear wheels size position of the front castors seating options e g headrest back bag as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one or any combination of the nine may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability Refer table on page 8 Always check castor vertical axis is to 90 1 from the ground Action1 NG Range 24 SECTION 6 SEAT TO FLOOR HEIGHT Changing Seat to Floor Height NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 6 3 and the table to determine adjustment s necessary to achieve desired front seat to floor height NOTE In order to obtain the desired front seat to floor height it will be necessary to perform one or both of the following e Changing the c
8. axle washer and locknut that secure rear wheel to the axle bracket 2 Remove existing rear wheel from the wheelchair 3 Install new existing rear wheel onto wheelchair Refer to Removing Installing Rear Wheels paragraph Installing 1 Install fixed axle through washer new existing rear wheel and axle bracket 2 Securely tighten with the existing locknut Torque to 25 Nm 3 If necessary repeat STEPS 1 2 for opposite rear wheel Action1 NG Range 18 SECTION 5 REAR WHEELS FRONT CASTORS Quick Release Axles NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 5 2 Removing 1 Hold the centre of the rear wheel and push in the tip of the quick release axle 2 Pull the quick release axle and rear wheel out of the axle bracket on the wheelchair frame 3 Push in the tip of the quick release axle again and pull the quick release axle out of the existing rear wheel 4 Install new existing rear wheel onto wheelchair Refer to Removing Installing Rear Wheels paragraph WARNING Make sure the detent pin and locking pins of the quick release axle are fully released before operating the wheelchair The locking pins MUST be protruding past the inside of rear wheel hub for a positive lock Keep locking pins clean Always make sure that the spacer is in place Invacare recommends inserting quick release axles with the head end to the inside of the wheelchair to prevent accidental release during contact leisure activities Installing Rea
9. cket and the rear wheel support 2 Repeat STEP 1 for the other back cane 3 Remove the back canes out of the back cane brackets Back Cane bracket t Mounting screw Locknut Back Cane FIGURE 4 1 Removing Back Canes Removing Installing Seat Upholstery NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 4 2 on page 12 Removing Seat Upholstery NOTE To install the seat upholstery reverse this procedure Action1 NG Range 14 SECTION 4 SEAT BACK 1 Remove the height mounting screws and washers that secure the existing seat upholstery to the cross braces Remove the existing seat upholstery from the cross braces 3 Install new seat upholstery by reversing STEPS 1 2 Mounting Screws L Seat Upholstery Wheelcha ir Frame FIGURE 4 2 Removing Installing Seat Upholstery Removing Installing Standard Back Upholstery NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 4 3 Removing Back Upholstery NOTE To Install the Back Upholstery reverse this procedure 1 Remove the back canes Refer to Removing Back Canes paragraph 2 Remove the mounting screw that secures the back upholstery to the back canes Refer to Detail A 3 Remove the back upholstery from the back canes Refer to Detail B DETAIL A DETAIL B U Back va LAS B l w Mounting Screw ee ww T Back Cane Dd FIGURE 4 3 Removing Installing Standard Back Upholstery 15 Action1 NG Range S
10. d and spun Inspect handrims for signs of rough edges or peeling finish Inspect tyres castors for flat soots and wear Check pneumatic tyres for proper inflation recommended tyre pressure is listed on the side wall of the tyre Wheel brake pivot point are free of wear and looseness Clean upholstery and armrests Sealed bearings and axle nut tension are correct Wheel fork assembly has proper tension when castor is soun Castor should come to a gradual stop Loosen tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture Wheel brakes are easy to engage Clean quick release axles with a Teflon lubricant Ensure axles are free from dirt lint etc Ensure roller bearings are free from dirt lint etc Adjust wheel brakes as tyres wear Clean and wax all parts Ensure castors are free of debris Action1 NG Range 6 SECTION 1 MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES WARNING After ANY adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may occur CAUTION DO NOT over tighten hardware attaching to the frame This could cause damage to the frame tubing Tightening torques The tightening torques stated in the following table are dependent on the thread diameters for the nuts and bolts for which no special values are determined All values apply to dry and grease free threads Tightening t Cauti
11. e anti tipper wheels i E pointing toward ground floor into the E Wheelchair rear frame tubing until bottom release Frame button locks in place 2 Measure the distance between the AL KA bottom of the anti tipper wheels and the ground floor Rear Frame Tubing Release NOTE A 3 to 5 cm clearance between the it Buttons bottom of the anti tipper wheels and the ground floor MUST be maintained at all times TEHR i RE 3 Ifthe distance between the bottom of anti tipper wheels and the ground floor is not 3 to 5 cm adjust anti tippers Anti Tipper Anti Tipper Wheel FIGURE 8 1 Installing Anti Tippers Action1 NG Range 28 SECTION 8 ANTI TIPPERS Adjusting Anti Tippers NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 8 2 WARNING When anti tippers are used anti tippers MUST be adjusted to maintain a 3 to 5cm clearance between the bottom of the anti tipper wheels and the ground floor This spacing should always be checked whenever adjustments changes are made to the wheelchair Make sure that the anti tipper wheel is ALWAYS located out side the rear wheel volume Failure to maintain proper spacing may result in the chair tipping over backward causing serious injury or property damage 1 Press the release buttons on the wheeled portion of the anti tipper and slide it up or down to achieve the 3 to 5 cm clearance 2 Check to make sure that the release buttons are fully engaged in adjustment holes NOTE Make sure that
12. eelchair frame 4 Install the wheel brake assembly into the clamp assembly 5 Secure the wheel brake assembly to the wheelchair frame with the two mounting screws 6 Repeat STEPS 1 to 6 for the other wheel brake assembly Mounting Screws Clamp Assembly Frame Located Position Wheelchair Frame FIGURE 7 1 Adjusting Wheel Brakes Adjusting Wheel Brake Position Action1 NG Range 26 SECTION 7 WHEEL BRAKES Adjusting Wheel Brake Tension NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 7 2 iF Loosen but DO NOT remove the two set screws Detail A that secure the wheel brake assembly to the wheelchair frame Measure the distance between the wheel brake shoe and the rear wheel 3 Slide the wheel lock along the wheelchair frame until the measurement is 0 6 cm for solid tyre and 0 5 cm for pneumatic Securely tighten the two set screws Detail A 5 Repeat STEPS 1 4 for the opposite wheel brake Engage the wheel brakes and push against the wheelchair to determine if the wheel brakes engage the rear wheels enough to hold the occupied wheelchair Repeat STEPS 1 6 until the wheel brakes engage the rear wheels enough to hold the occupied wheelchair DETAIL A Wheel Rear Wheel lod Set Screws Wheelchair Measure This Distance Shoe Wheel Brake Assembly FIGURE 7 2 Adjusting Wheel Brakes Adjusting Wheel Brake Tensi
13. er to FIGURE 2 2 1 Remove the locking bolt 5 mm Allen key amp 10 mm spanner that secure the footrest tube to the footrest support 2 Remove the lower footrest assembly 3 Remove the nut and strap screw that secure the heel strap to the footplate 4 Slide heel strap over footrest tube NOTE When securing the heel strap to the footrest assembly tighten the nut and strap screw until they are secure 5 Using the nut and strap screw secure the I ND Strap pin heel strap to the footplate 6 Using the locking bolt secure the footrest tube to the footrest support FIGURE 2 2 Replacing Hell Strap Locking bolt Heel strap Mounting screw Adjusting Elevating Legrest Angle Height and Calf pad Height Depth NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 2 3 Adjusting the Legrest Angle 1 Loosen locking knob securing the rotating axle of the elevating legrest 2 Adjust to the preset angle release the indexer lever 3 If necessary repeat STEPS 1 2 to adjust remaining elevating legrest angle Adjusting the Footplate Height 1 Loosen locking screw securing the slide tube to the elevating legrest 2 Reposition footplate to desired height securely tighten locking screw 3 If necessary repeat STEPS 1 2 to adjust remaining footplate height Action NG Range 10 SECTION 2 FRONT HANGERS Adjusting Calf pad Height 1 Loosen the locking button that secure the calf pad bracket to the elevating legre
14. iodically check handrims to ensure they are secured to the rear wheels Refer to Replacing Handrims on section 5 8 Periodically check castor wheel bearings to make sure they are clean and free from moisture Use a Teflon lubricant if necessary 9 Check upholstery for sagging rips or tears 10 Clean upholstery with mild soap and water Stability Warning The seat height seat depth back angle seating system upholstery size position of the rear wheels size position of the front castors seating options e g headrest back bag as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one or any combination of the nine may cause the wheelchair to increase decrease in stability NOTE When changes to the left hand column occur follow across the chart and refer to the X procedure to maintain the proper stability safety and handling of the wheelchair SEAT DEPTH BACK ANGLE SEATING SYSTEM UPHOLST ER Y REAR WHEEL POSITION WHEEL BRAKES xix xx CASTOR SIZE xxx x x CASTOR POSITION gt gt SEATING SYSTEMIUPHOLSTERY X x x e e HHBE ANTI TIPPERS P gt gt gt gt x x xl x REAR WHEEL SIZE xx CRE X N A x x x INA x NAT X X X REAR WHEEL SIZE N A x na X X X Nal X X REAR WHEEL SIZE REAR WHEEL POSITION x na x NA X X X NA X X USER CONDITION Px x x x x x x x MANA Seat to floor heights have s
15. ir Initially and at least every twelve months follow these maintenance procedures SOLUTIONS Troubleshootinc x x x x If pneumatic tyres check for correct equal pressure ic ie if d Check that castor contact ground at the same time Maintenance guide lines CE LEFT RIGHT SLUGGISH TURN PERFORMAN CASTERS FLUTTER SQUEAKS AND LOOSENESS RATTLES wn ec LL LLI gt cc L OU IN CHAIR CHAIR 3 WHEELS Safety Inspection Checklists Initial adjustments should be made to suit the personal body structure needs and preferences of the user Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures Inspect Adjust Initially User or Attendant Wheelchair rolls straight no excessive drag or pull to one side Ensure all hardware is tight see page 7 All fasteners on clothing guards are secure Arms are secure but easy to release and locking systems engage properly Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely Armrest arm pad sits flush against arm tube Seat and or back upholstery have no rips Inspect adjustable angle back attaching hardware is securely tightened Ensure hand grips are secure to backrest canes Sealed bearings and axle nut tension are correct U D UU L OOUUL No excessive side movement or binding when rear wheels are lifted and spun Action1 NG Range 4 SECTION 1 MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES Inspect Adjust Initially user or attendant a U LO DOLDLDD5ggoncg U U U
16. k Release Hub paragraph Axle 6 Repeat STEPS 4 5 until the quick release axle detent pins are fully FIGURE 5 3 Adjusting Quick Release Axles released past the wheelchair frame Replacing Handrims NOTE for this procedure refer to FIGURE 5 4 1 Remove the rear wheel from the wheelchair Refer to Removing Installing Rear Wheels paragraph 2 Remove the mounting screws that secure the existing handrim to the rear wheel 3 Remove the existing handrim Cae 4 Install the new handrim and secure to Rear Wheel the rear wheel with the existing mounting screws 5 Reinstall the rear wheel to the wheelchair Refer to Removing Installing Rear Wheels paragraph 6 Repeat STEPS 1 5 for opposite wheel if necessary Handrim FIGURE 5 4 Replacing Handrims Action1 NG Range 20 SECTION 5 REAR WHEELS FRONT CASTORS Adjusting Rear Wheel Height NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 5 5 1 Remove the rear wheel Refer to Removing Installing Rear Wheels paragraph 2 Install the rear wheel to the other position Refer to Removing Installing Rear Wheels paragraph 3 Repeat STEPS 1 to 2 for the other rear wheel NOTE Both rear wheels should be set at the same height position Wheelchair d Frame Hear Wheel Positions FIGURE 5 5 Adjusting Rear Wheel Height Replacing Repairing Rear Wheel Tyre Tube WARNING Replacement of rear wheel tyre or tube MUST be performed by a qualified technici
17. n ER OR ALA Wae ya keka eka n ban Add 17 SECTION 5 REAR WHEELS FRONT CASTERS is 18 Removing Installing Rear Wheels M M kk K k KK KK KK KK KK KK KA 19 Q lck Release Axesa 19 Adjusting Quick Release AMES aii si 20 mijelzteinesdmizin eine 20 AQIUSING Rear wheel GION dya se kev ll asad nie iced iue URL ouv SE kota wand Suv ana b d din 21 Replacing Repairing Rear Wheel Tyre Tube VU 21 Replacing Repairing Front Caster Tyre Tube Rs 21 Removing Installing Repositioning the Castor Assemblies EEEE 22 Action1 NG Range 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 6 SEAT TO FLOOR A E TO FT suscitan ida 23 e eel dra la lol Se EH TEX 23 Measuring Seat to Floor Height 4 24 Changing Seat tosFIoor HS ui cada 25 SECHON7 WREEL BRAKES nit 26 Adius tino Wheel BEaKes eiii 27 Replacing Wheel Lock Flaridle usi yen ias 27 SEC HONS ANTETIPP ER S RS yane k ek se Va yan lek d Zan kla Vy kam deas oeque d 28 Installing Adjusting Anti Tippers 3 Action1 NG Range SECTION 1 MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES SECTION 1 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES NOTE Twice a year take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair To operate properly and safely your wheelchair must be cared for just like any other vehicle Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelcha
18. on Replacing Wheel Brake Handle NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 7 3 1 Secure the new wheel brake handle with the Remove the mounting screw and locknut that secures the wheel brake handle to the wheel brake assembly Handle Wheel Brake Remove the wheel brake handle and discard Align the new wheel brake handle with the wheel brake assembly Locknut mounting screw and locknut Mounting Wheel Screw Brake Assembly lf necessary repeat STEPS 1 to 4 for the other wheel brake FIGURE 7 3 Replacing Wheel Brake Handle 27 Action1 NG Range SECTION 8 ANTI TIPPERS SECTION 8 ANTI TIPPERS WARNING After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may occur Anti tippers MUST be attached at all times Inasmuch as the anti tippers are an option on this wheelchair you may order it with or without the anti tippers Invacare strongly recommends ordering the anti tippers as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user Anti tippers MUST be fully engaged and release buttons fully protruding out of adjustment holes Ensure both anti tippers are adjusted to the same mounting hole Installing Adjusting Anti Tippers Installing Anti Tippers NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 8 1 NS NN E MN EIU 1 Press release buttons in and insert au anti tippers with th
19. on All other nuts not noted here must be tightened FINGERTIGHT Suggested Maintenance Procedures 1 Before using your wheelchair make sure all nuts and bolts are tight Check all parts for damage or wear and replace Check all parts for proper adjustment 2 Keep quick release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation Refer to Adjusting Quick Release Axles on section 5 WARNING DO NOT use WD 40 3 in 1 oil or other penetrating lubricants on quick release axles Otherwise binding and or damage to the wheelchair may occur 3 Clean quick release axles once a week with a Teflon lubricant WARNING DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tyre pressure BAR KPa or P S I DO NOT over inflate the tyres Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tyre to explode and cause bodily harm The recommended tyre pressure is on the sidewall of the tyre 4 Recommended tyre pressure is listed on the sidewall of the tyre BAR KPa or P S I CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced if damaged 5 The wheels castors and tyres should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced when necessary 7 Action1 NG Range SECTION 1 MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES amp STABILITY WARNING Regularly check for loose spokes in the rear wheels If loose have them adjusted Per
20. pecific positions depending on rear wheel size rear wheel position front caster size position and seat to floor angle I E O LLJ T E lt aa ES ES These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician Refer to sections 5 amp 6 Action1 NG Range 8 SECTION 2 FRONT HANGERS SECTION 2 FRONT HANGERS WARNING After ANY adjustments repair or service and before use make Sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may occur A 5 cm clearance between the bottom of the footplate and the ground floor MUST be maintained at all times Adjusting Footrest Height NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 2 1 1 Remove calf strap if so equipped 2 Unscrew locking bolt 5 mm Allen key amp 10 mm spanner 3 Position the footrest assembly to the desired height NOTE A 5 cm clearance between the bottom of the footolate and the ground floor MUST be maintained at all times 4 If the distance between the bottom of footplate and the ground floor is not 5 cm minimum adjust footrest tube accordingly 5 Using the locking bolt secure the footrest tube to the footrest support Securely tighten 6 If necessary repeat STEPS 2 5 to adjust remaining footrest 7 Reinstall the calf strap if so equipped Locking bolt 5 cm mini FIGURE 2 1 Adjusting Footrest Height 9 Action1 NG Range SECTION 2 FRONT HANGERS Replacing Heel Strap NOTE For this procedure ref
21. r wheel Wheelchair 1 Install the existing quick release axle through the new existing rear wheel 2 Install the new existing rear wheel and quick release axle into the axle bracket on the wheelchair frame 3 Always make sure that the spacer is in place 4 Refer to Adjusting Quick Release Axles paragraph if the locking pins are not protruding past the inside of the axle bushing or there is too much movement of the rear wheel assembly in a back and forth position us D FIGURE 5 2 Removing lnstalling Rear Wheels 19 Action1 NG Range SECTION 5 REAR WHEELS FRONT CASTORS Adjusting Quick Release Axles NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 5 3 1 Remove rear wheel and quick release axle from the wheelchair Refer to Removing Installing Rear Wheels paragraph 2 Depress detent pin in the quick release axle and slide the quick release axle through the rear wheel hub 3 Release detent pin to ensure that the locking pins are fully released 4 Increase or decrease end play by adjusting the locknut on the end of the quick release axle Wheelchair Frame EN WARNING Locknut Make sure the detent pin of the bre quick release axle is fully released BEFORE operating the wheelchair Keep locking pins clean Always ES make sure that the spacer is in place Detent Pin 5 Reinstall rear wheel onto the em p Pu Hur wheelchair Refer to Wheel Removing Installing Rear Wheels Spacer Quic
22. se this procedure Remove the end caps from the back canes Remove the handles from the back canes Install the inserts into the back canes Secure the inserts with mountina screws Install the handles on the back canes Align the back brace ends with the handles of the back canes secure the back brace to the back canes with the mounting bolts Se OP TRG OS I Mounting Bolts Insert Mounting Back Screw E Canes FIGURE 4 6 Installing Removing the Back Brace 17 Action1 NG Range SECTION 5 REAR WHEELS FRONT CASTORS SECTION 5 REAR WHEELS FRONT CASTORS WARNING The seat height seat depth back angle seating system size position of the rear wheels size position of the front casters seating options e g headrest back bag as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one or any combination of the nine may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability These adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified technician After ANY adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may occur Removing Installing Rear Wheels WARNING If changing the size of the rear wheel or the seat to floor height this procedure must be performed by a qualified technician Fixed Axles Transit version only NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 5 1 Removing 1 Remove the fixed
23. st assembly 2 Slide the calf pad bracket up or down until the desired calf pad height is obtained 3 Tighten the locking button securing the calf pad bracket to the elevating legrest assembly If necessary repeat STEPS 1 3 to adjust remaining calf pad Adjusting Calf pad Depth e ps IS zs Hemove the mounting set that secure the calf pad to the calf pad bracket Insert mounting set through one of four calf pad bracket mounting holes Using the mounting set secure the calf pad to the calf pad bracket If necessary repeat STEPS 1 3 to adjust remaining calf pad assembly Indexer lever Y Calf pad Locking Button Mounting Set Locking Screw FIGURE 2 3 Adjusting Elevating Legrest Height and Calf pad Height Depth 11 Action1 NG Range SECTION 3 ARMRESTS Removing Installing Swing Away Armrests Removing Installing Swing Away Armrest NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 3 1 Removing Swing Away Armrest Gh S Unlock existing armrest assembly by operate the release lever Swing back on the existing armrest to remove from the front arm socket Push on the rear locking pin to remove it from the rear pivot socket Repeat STEPS 1 3 for opposite side of wheelchair if necessary Installing Swing Away Armrest 1 2 lf necessary remove existing armrest assembly as describe above Install new existing armrest assembly first into the rear pivot socket and into the front arm socket Lock new exis
24. the anti tipper wheel is ALWAYS located out side the rear wheel volume Anti tipper wheel FIGURE 8 2 Adjusting Anti Tippers 29 Action1 NG Range Invacare France Operations Route de St Roch 37230 Fondettes ACING MM 0IUK FRANCE VI 12 2010 Yes you can
25. ting armrest assembly by operate the release lever Make sure that the dog point is properly engaged in its housing Repeat STEPS 1 3 for opposite side if necessary Release lever i Dog point Rear pivot socket Front arm socket FIGURE 3 1 Removing Installing Swing Away Armrest Action NG Range 12 SECTION 3 ARMRESTS Replacing Armrest Arm pad NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 3 2 1 Remove the mounting screws that secure the arm pad to the armrest assembly 2 Replace arm pad and securely tighten with the existing mounting screws 3 Repeat STEPS 1 2 for the opposite side if necessary Arm pad FIGURE 3 2 Replacing Armrest Arm Pad 13 Action1 NG Range SECTION 4 SEAT BACK SECTION 4 SEAT BACK WN WARNING The seat height seat depth back angle seating system size position of the rear wheels size position of the front castors seating options e g headrest back bag as well as the user condition directly relate to the stability of the wheelchair Any change to one or any combination of the nine may cause the wheelchair to decrease in stability Refer to table on page 8 After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may occur Removing Back Canes NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 4 1 1 Remove the mounting screw and locknut that secures the back cane to the back cane bra
26. yre pressure is listed on the side wall of the tyre Ensure castors are free of debris Inspect Adjust Monthly User or Attendant Inspect seat positioning strap for any signs of wear Ensure buckle latches Verify hardware that attaches strap to frame is secure and undamaged Replace if necessary Loosen tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop 5 Action1 NG Range SECTION 1 MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES Inspect Adjust Monthly User or Attendant U U U U DO 5 U U U U U U OOO U U U L U U U U U U O Wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture Wheel brakes do not interfere with tyres when rolling Wheel brake pivot point are free of wear and looseness Ensure all castor wheel fork head tube fasteners are secure see paqes 7 amp 22 Ensure all hardware is tight see page 7 Ensure hand grips are secure to backrest canes Ensure castors are free of debris spect Adjust every twelve months Repairer or Dealer Wheelchair rolls straight no excessive drag or pull to one side Arms are secure but easy to release and locking systems engage properly Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely Armrest arm pad sits flush against arm tube All fasteners on clothing guards are secure Seat and or back upholstery have no rips Inspect adjustable angle back attaching hardware is securely tightened No excessive side movement or binding when rear wheels are lifte
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