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1. 34 6 1 8 Kerbs alternative method 34 6 1 9 Escalators and stairs 35 7 Transport 4 Cees ek 36 7 1 36 7 2 Transporting wheelchairs with users in vehicles 36 73 Restraint methods 0 02 eee eee eee 37 7 3 1 Frontal restraints with 37 7 3 2 37 7 3 3 Fastening of pelvic belt and safety belt 37 7 4 Disassembly for transport 38 744 Backrests cius San Cee 38 742 Backrest 38 7 4 3 Pushhandles push 38 7 4 4 Remove the legrest angle adjustable 39 7 4 5 Remove the footrest 39 7 416 eves EASY ed Sea awe 39 747 39 8 Maintenance 40 8 1 Daily performance 40 Rea Azalea 82 8 3 8 4 8 5 Safety information Maintenance electrical version Gleaning sa ore CELERE ES Eu Washing and disinfection 8 5 1 Electrical version 9 After Users scsi ae ce ar Prec 9 1
2. Adjust the angle of the backrest by using the yellow buttons on the left side of the hand control I Press button to adjust the angle of the backrest backwards 2 Press button to adjust the angle forwards 9 When a function is locked the yellow indication lamp 5 1488727 15 Rea Azalea 4 7 5 Charging the battery Damage to the battery The battery must be loaded 24 hours before using the system the first time Unplug the mains cable after loading before the wheelchair is moved The battery charger has different charging cables in order to adapt to different local electrical standards o When the battery level is low 20 V the hand control beeps when it is used o AUS NZ I Connect the charger cable supplied with the chair into a wall socket 2 Insert the charger cable into the connector which is on the side of the wheelchair 3 Unplug the cable when the battery is fully charged A Green light ON Hand control is activated e Green light ON Battery level is above 20 Green light blinking ON Battery is charging fixed light when the battery is fully loaded Yellow light ON Battery level is low below 2076 Yellow light OFF Battery is fully loaded Green light ON Battery cable is connected lights up about 5 seconds after connecting the cable 4 8 Tilt sc
3. 20 4 13 1 Adjusting the angle adjustable foot plates 20 4 13 2 Adjusting the one piece footrest 20 4 13 3 Footboard converter Azalea Max 21 4 14 Calf pads adjustment 22 4 15 Calf pads Azalea 22 4 16 User brake 22 4 17 Using the carer operated brake 23 5 Accessories o soeka taaten ane n a i E 24 5 1 Headrest Neckrest 24 5 1 1 24 5 1 2 Depth angle adjustment 24 52 Tabl tr y i ebbe Re ee Ae 24 5 2 1 Adjusting the depth of the table tray 24 5 3 Adda table tray 24 5 4 Mounting the attachment for table tray 25 55 25 5 6 Abduction 25 5 7 Trunk support s ERE vat eee cated 25 5 7 1 Trunk support with fixed 25 5 7 2 Trunk support 26 5 8 Adjusting the drip 27 59 27 5 10 Azalea Base seat 27 5 11 Calf strap padded 28 5 12 Heel s
4. Ensure hand control correctly connected to Hand control not connected control unit Call dealer technician to replace hand Tilt or recline does not move Hand control defective P control Control unit defective Call dealer technician to replace control unit Cables entangled or pinched Call dealer technician to replace cables Unlock the hand control function see chapter Hand control function is locked E rr locking of recline and tilt function The hand control beeps when it is used Battery level is low Charge the battery 42 1488727 G Technical data CICI A 2 Seat depth 3 Seat Height 4 Backrest height 5 Armrest height 11 Technical data 11 1 Dimensions and weights 1 Seat width width H e d 6 Legrest length 7 Tilt adjustment 8 Total width Total width 9 Total height 10 Total length 12 Maximum user weight 13 Transport weights 14 Backrest adjustment Eo AZALEA AZALEA ASSIST AZALEA TALL AZALEABASE AZALEA MINOR AZALEA MAX l 390 550 mm 390 590 mm 390 590 mm 340 590 mm 340 440 mm 550 710 mm 2 430 500 mm 430 500 mm 480 550 mm 380 500 mm 380 450 mm 500 570 mm 3 400 450 mm 400 450 mm 500 mm 400 450 mm 400 450 mm 400 450 mm 4 560 790 mm 560 790 mm 560 790 mm 550 650 mm 620 700 mm 540 715 mm 540 715 mm 540 715 mm 5 240 360 mm 240 360 mm 240 360 mm 240 360 mm 240 360 mm 320 420
5. on the cushion s mounting in order to adjust the cushion s angle and height 4 Slacken screws D under the cushion in order to adjust the cushion depth 4 12 2 Amputee legrest Azalea Max WARNING Risk of falling Increased tip risk forward The user must never sit on the amputee pad CAUTION Risk of pinching There must not be any pressure on the amputee support when adjusting the settings 20 The amputee legrest for Azalea Max are adjustable in angle depth sideways and in height 10 Loosen the handwheel and adjust to the required angle 2 Re tighten the handwheel 3 Loosen the handwheel B and adjust the calf pad to the required depth 4 Re tighten the handwheel 5 Loosen the screws and adjust the calf pad sideways 1 Do not forget to tighten the screws and the handles properly 6 Loosen the handle and adjust the amputee legrest in height 7 Re tighten the handle 4 13 Foot plates footrest 4 13 1 Adjusting the angle adjustable foot plates The foot plates can be adjusted both in depth and angle and can also be folded up Adjust the angle and the depth by loosening the screw at the foot plate attachment il Tools 5 mm Allen key 2 Adjust the foot plate to the correct position 3 Re tighten the screw 1 Do not place anything on the foot plate when the screw is loose 4 13 2 Adjusting the one piece footrest WARNING Ris
6. Recycling eee Tee ack 9 1 1 Waste disposal 0 0 0 0 eee eee eee 10 10 1 Troubleshooting electrical version 11 Technical 11 2 11 3 11 4 11 5 11 6 Dimensions and EET tae EE Ed Environmental Electrical system Azalea with electric tilt and backrest cis i Lue t te pees dt reed Electromagnetic compliance Electromagnetic compliance EMC Manufacturer s ener Plone I2 Service ture na IRR EUR ie 12 1 Maintenance 1488727 G General l Introduction Rea Azalea is a wheelchair with many adjustment possibilities and accessories To ensure that you benefit as much as possible from Rea Azalea and in order to do its options justice the chair must be tested and adjusted by competent personnel You should also receive instructions on how to use your Rea Azalea in everyday life This manual includes a description of the parts of the chair simple adjustment options how to use the Rea Azalea safely and how to transport it The manual must be read thoroughly by the user and assisting person Also
7. Z 2 Have the user leaning forwards and tighten the straps in that region Make sure that all straps are fastened Apply the cover start with the vertical middle and make sure that the shape now created by the tension adjustable straps is preserved Sw 4 3 Backrest for Azalea Max Neckrest Backrest Armrest O Seat Legrest Castor Brake Rear wheel plate Position A The longer angle of the backrest is turned upwards D Anit tip device and step tube B Position The longer angle of the backrest is turned QD Rear wheel downwards for adjustm enton the Back Sithe Backrest The backrest for the Azalea Max is designed with different angles This allows for different adjustments according to how the backrest is D Handle for backrest angle and seat tilt adjustment mounted Position the part of the backrest with the longer angle turned upwards gives the user more room for the shoulder area Push handle while position gives more room for the bottom 12 1488727 G 4 4 Push handles Push bars The following instructions and warnings are valid for all push handles and the push bar 4 4 1 Height adjustment push handles push bars Adjusting the height of the connected push handles e OO 4 0 1 Loosen the hand wheels 2 The height of the push handles braced push bar can be adjusted simply by pulling the handles upwards or pushing
8. The wires must not be crossed on the backrest Wires with backrest plate Thread the wires on the outside of the backrest tubes 2 Place the wires in the holders clips amp in order to hold them in place 1 Fold the slack of the wires under the seat to get them out of the way 3 2 3 Folding the backrest Gas piston holder WARNING Safety risk The wheelchair may collapse When the safety pin is removed there must not be any weight on the backrest With the help of the gas piston resting lip the therapist assistant can loosen the safety pin for the backrest gas piston when folding in order to avoid that the gas piston and backrest falls to the ground WARNING N Safety risk The wheelchair may collapse Remember to always reinsert and fasten the safety pin when it has been removed Check that the lock shackle loop is securely locked See 3 2 Backrest page 9 for instruction on how to secure the safety pin 3 2 4 Armrests Place the armrest in the armrest attachment Press the auto lock button and press the armrests downwards until you can feel see that the armrests are securely in place 1 The armrests have an auto lock to prevent involuntary movement or detachment 3 Press the auto lock button to release before removing or adjusting the armrest 3 2 5 Rear wheels Press and hold in the quick release button A
9. attended to by competent personnel Pull on the rear wheel to check that the removable axle does not come off Bolts and other fasteners can come loose due to constant Check that the fasteners are tight on the castor forks footrest seat side supports backrest handles etc Tighten any loose bolts Check that the castors turn freely Remove any dirt and hair Check that the anti tip device is easy to adjust and fold Check the chassis for wear and tear like loose parts cracks or other defects fl A damaged chassis should be checked by a specialist Check the upholstery for wear and tear like loose parts rips or other defects Check that hub brakes work properly on both tires 2 Check the positioning of the user brakes 1488727 G Notes Invacare Sales Companies Ireland Invacare Ireland Ltd Unit 5 Seatown Business Campus Seatown Road Swords County Dublin Tel 353 1 810 7084 Fax 353 810 7085 ireland invacare com www invacare ie 1488727 G 2015 08 01 United Kingdom Invacare Limited Pencoed Technology Park Pencoed Bridgend CF35 5AQ Tel 44 0 1656 776 222 Fax 44 0 1656 776 220 uk invacare com www invacare co uk Manufacturer Invacare Rea AB V xj v gen 303 SE 343 71 Did Sweden Making Life s Experiences Possible Yes you can
10. 8 kg A A CAUTION Risk of discomfort minor bruises Make sure that the elbows of the user are placed on the table when propelling the wheelchair If the elbows protrudes from the wheelchair while propelling the wheelchair there is a risk of discomfort or minor bruises 24 The table tray can be adjusted both in depth and width the following sections will show the different possibilities 5 2 1 Adjusting the depth of the table tray Adjust the table holders forwards or backwards to adjust to the required depth Close the table lock again in order to lock the depth position CAUTION Risk of discomfort insecurity The table is not in a fixed position Make sure to engage the table lock again after adjusting the depth of the table CAUTION Risk of discomfort When adjusting the depth of the table make sure not to squeeze the stomach of the user 5 3 Add table tray cushion A cushion for the table tray can be placed on the table tray in order to have a softer surface for the arms and elbows 1488727 G Place the cushion for the table tray on the table and place the attachment straps around the table 5 4 Mounting the attachment for table tray Mount the table attachment with the attachment part facing outwards The plain surface of the attachment should be placed upwards when using the table on the thin armrests lt xp To fit the table
11. attachment to the wide armrest turn the attachment around the patterned surface should now be facing upwards 5 5 Hemiplegic armrest Loosen the screw Remove the original armrest B Mount the hemiplegic armrest in the armrest pole Re tighten the screw 5 The hemiplegic armrest can be adjusted in angle The resistance can be increased decreased by adjusting the screw 1488727 G Accessories WARNING Risk of damage Damage on the armrest Do not put pressure on the front of the armrest as this could cause damage on the armrest attachment 5 6 Abduction cushion The height adjustment and removal is operated by the handwheel 2 The depth is adjusted forward or backward position Loosen handwheel amp and turn 5 7 Trunk support 5 7 1 Trunk support with fixed arm The trunk supports can be adjusted in height depth and sideways WARNING Risk of trapping Be careful not to trap your arm between trunk support and armrest when changing the angle of the backrest Backrest plate Adjustable backrest il Tools 5 mm Allen key Height adjustment You adjust the height by first loosening the screw screws 2 Move the attachment B upwards or downwards 3 Re tighten the screw screws Sideways adjustment Adjust the trunk supports sideways by loosening the knob 2 Move the support sideways to the re
12. automatically deactivated 1 The hand control can also be manually deactivated by pressing the On Off button 4 7 1 Symbols on the hand control 9 oj Battery and charging indicator Locking function Tilt the seat unit seat and backrest by using the green buttons on On Off the left side of the hand control l Press button E to adjust the angle of the seat unit backwards Go 2 Press button to adjust the angle of the seat unit forwards Backrest recline yellow color on arrow and backrest CAUTION A Risk of trapping fingers of Could result in minor injuries The risk of trapping fingers etc is greater in electric Seat tilt green color on arrow backrest and seat adjustments than in user operated adjustments mE Bear in mind for example that a child may get hold of the control box press the controls and get trapped BE Up Down yellow color for the backrest recline or trap the user E 8j green color for the seat tilt The hand control should only be used by authorised personnel 4 7 2 Backrest angle adjustment 4 7 4 Locking of recline and tilt function Bo Tac ef 6 0167 1 Press on the locking key 2 Keep pressing on the locking key 3 Simultaneously press on the chosen function for the seat tilt green or for the backrest angle yellow 4 Repeat the procedure to unlock the function of
13. be connected to the mains voltage as often as possible It is recommended to load the battery at least every 3 rd month Test the battery function at least once a year 8 4 Cleaning Wipe metal parts and the upholstery regularly with a damp cloth A mild detergent may be used e f necessary the upholstery can be washed at 60 C e Normal washing powder liquid may be used o Only use water and soft soap to clean the table e For disinfection only use alcohol based detergent 8 5 Washing and disinfection I Remove all loose and removable covers and wash them in a washing machine according to the washing instructions for each cover 2 Remove all padded parts such as seat cushions armrests headrest neckrest with fixed padded parts calf pads and so on and clean them separately 1 The padded parts can not be cleaned with a high pressure cleaner or water jet 40 3 Spray the wheelchair chassis with detergent for example a car cleaning agent with wax and leave on to work 4 Rinse the wheelchair chassis with a high pressure cleaning or ordinary jet of water depending on how dirty the wheelchair is Do not aim the jet towards bearings and draining holes If che wheelchair chassis is washed in a machine the water must not be hotter than 60 C 5 Spray the wheelchair chassis with alcohol for disinfection o Only use water and soft soap to clean the table 6 Leave the wheelchair to dry in a drying cabine
14. included in this manual is a description of how accessories are fitted and slightly more advanced settings As the Rea Azalea has many different components and accessories the appearance of the accessories you have for your chair may differ from those shown 1 2 Symbols in this manual In this User Manual warnings are indicated by symbols The warningsymbols are accompanied by a heading that indicates the severity of the danger WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death if it is not avoided CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in A minor or slight injury if it is not avoided IMPORTANT Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided Tips and Recommendations Gives useful tips recommendations and information for efficient trouble free use o This product complies with Directive 93 42 EEC concerning medical devices The launch date of this product is stated in the CE declaration of conformity 1 3 Warranty We provide a two year warranty from the delivery date Damage due to wear and tear on upholstery tires rubber tubes hand rims and castors etc is not covered by the warranty Damage that has been caused through physical violence or abnormal use is not covered Damage caused by users who weigh more than the maximum user weight stated for each wheelchair model is not covered The warranty will
15. information We would like to inform you about the transport of wheelchairs with seated users in vehicles that are especially adapted for this purpose First and foremost we would like to point out that it is always the safest option for the user to be transported in the vehicle s regular seat fastened with the regular safety belt Invacare cannot recommend transport seated in the wheelchair But we are aware that there are users and situations that require vehicle transport seated in the wheelchair In these cases the safety rules in this section must be followed in order to reduce the risk of injury in the case of an accident Please also see Section 1 7 3 Azalea Base page 6 The wheelchair mobility base has been tested according to the specifications in ISO 7176 19 Wheeled mobility devices for use as seats in motor vehicles This standard is developed by authorities and specialists and states a minimum demand on wheelchairs regarding transportation in vehicles However in situations where conditions defer from the test conditions or where the guidelines in this manual are not followed Invacare cannot be held responsible for the possible outcome of an accident Configurations and accessories that are unsuitable to be used as a seat in transportation in a vehicle are mentioned later on in this chapter Please also see Section 1 7 3 Azalea Base page 6 7 2 Transporting wheelchairs with users in vehicles The wheelcha
16. legrest while the angle is being adjusted The lever must be fully opened 1488727 G Components 4 11 3 Adjusting the angle of the central legrest Loosen the adjustment knob Hold the foot plate with the other hand Adjust to the appropriate leg angle Re tighten the knob N WARNING Risk of trapping fingers When adjusting the foot plate the fingers might get trapped Loosen the adjustment knob with one hand and hold the foot plate with the other hand to avoid trapping yours or anyone else s fingers 1 Pull the lever 9 with one hand while supporting the legrest with your other hand 2 When a suitable angle is obtained let go of the lever and the legrest will lock into one of seven preset positions For the Azalea Max four different positions are available see CAUTION section for legrests Azalea Max Risk of damage The legrest might cause damage to the floor The distance between the lowest part of the footrest and the When the seat is tilted forwards on a chair with a long ground must be at least 40 mm legrest length and low seat height there is a risk of the legrest hitting the floor and causing damage 4 11 2 Fixed legrest 4 11 4 Legrest Azalea Max Adjusting the legrest height l Loosen screw with an allen key 1 Don t touch the upper screw B 2 Adjust the legrest to a suitable height and the screw is caught by one of the recesses on the legres
17. material can be recycled or burned in approved facilities Upholstery Upholstery is produced of polyester fibres PUR and Dartex efficient way to recycle the parts is to burn them in approved facilities Wheels tires and tubes handrim rim spokes and hub are made of steel stainless steel or aluminium and can be recycled according to above Tires and tubes are made of rubber and can be recycled according to above Packing All Invacare Rea AB packing material is developed to fit the products in an optimal way to reduce unnecessary material waste All boxes are recyclable Electrical and Electronic equipment This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer that complies with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2012 19 EU 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 End of life At the end of this products life it should be recycled according to laws and regulations for waste handling in each country 1 Contact your local recycling agent to obtain the correct information on how to handle the above mentioned materials 4l Rea Azalea 10 Troubleshooting 10 1 Troubleshooting electrical version Symptom Possible cause Remedy End of stroke reached Operate opposite button Battery is not loaded Load the battery
18. mm 6 330 500 mm 330 500 mm 330 500 mm 330 500 mm 330 500 mm 330 500 mm 7 1 24 1 24 1 24 1 24 1 24 1 20 8 SW 250 mm SW 220 mm SW 220 mm SW 220 mm SW 220 mm SW 250 mm 9 950 1020 mm 950 1020 mm 1000 1300 mm 900 1300 mm 900 1250 mm 1020 1240 mm 10 950 1020 mm 950 1020 mm 950 1070 mm 950 1020 mm 900 970 mm 1050 1120 mm 34 kg 34 kg 36 kg 20 kg 32 kg 54 kg 12 135 kg 135 kg 135 kg 135 kg 75 kg 180 kg 13 16 5 kg 20 5 kg 18 7 kg 15 kg 14 5 kg 26 kg 14 0 30 0 30 0 30 3 30 0 30 0 30 The reversing width for Azalea Assist seat width 760 mm A smaller seat width can be obtained by using the side rest pad A lower backrest height can be obtained by using another backrest 11 2 Material Chassis backrest tubes Steel powder coated Thermoplastic e g PA PE PP ABS and TPE according to marking on the parts Plastic parts like push handles brake handles foot plates and parts of most accessories Upholstery seat and backrest Foam PUR and Polyether fabric Dartex and plush 1488727 G 43 Rea Azalea Other metal parts Zink alloys aluminium alloys and steel Screws washers and nuts Steel corrosion free 11 3 Environmental conditions Relative humidity 20 to 75 Atmospheric pressure 800 hPa to 1060 hPa o Be aware that when a wheelchair has been stored under low temperatures it m
19. that the cables hang freely 7 4 3 Push handles push bar l Loosen the two handwheels amp 2 The height of the push handles B can be adjusted simply by pulling the handles upwards or pushing them downwards 1488727 G Transport 7 4 A Remove the legrest angle adjustable l Push the handle forwards or sidewards 2 Turn the footrest B outwards 3 Lift off the footrest 7 4 6 Armrest l Press and hold the release button 2 Remove the armrest Push the lever inwards 7 4 7 Rear wheels 2 Turn the legrest outwards 3 Lift of the legrest 7 4 5 Remove the footrest fixed Push the quick release button 2 Pull the rear wheel straight out and remove the wheel and the rear wheel axle B from the rear wheel attachment 1488727 G 39 Rea Azalea 8 Maintenance 8 1 Daily performance check Check that the following parts are correctly mounted on the wheelchair Wheels Backrest e Anti tip device Push handles Footrests 8 2 Safety information Regular checks and maintenance of the wheelchair ensure the user s safety and the expected lifetime of the chair 8 3 Maintenance electrical version CAUTION Risk of damage to the product Do not use chemicals Handle batteries carefully Do not use strong solvents basic or alkaline liquids Check that the actuators and system function properly For an optimum lifetime the product must
20. tilt the seat unit to the desired position 3 Release the lever 4 6 3 Locking the tilt and or backrest angle adjustment The locking device amp allows you to set the tilting of the seat unit and or the angling of the backrest to a fixed position Tilt and or angle the seat and backrest to the desired position 2 Insert the locking device o position is now set and cannot be changed To remove the locking device press on the plastic peg B with a small object and pull outwards 4 7 Electric tilt and backrest angle adjustment WARNING Risk of injury If the wheelchair is used by confused or restless users or users with spasms either lock the hand control functions or make sure that the hand control is out of reach for the user f CAUTION Risk of damage to the product Make sure that the hand control is not unintentionally activated Do not let children play with the hand control If anything unusual is observed such as unusual sounds or uneven running during operation shut down the system 1488727 G Components Risk of malfunction 4 7 3 Tilt adjustment seat Work on the handset or other electric parts motors etc should only be carried out by properly trained personnel When activating the On Off button a short beep confirms that the hand control is activated The hand control is active in 30 seconds after the last action before it is
21. to the Azalea base Directly on the seat brackets Ona seat plate Ona seat plate with a wedge With the H bracket Contact your Invacare dealer for more information 1488727 G 27 Rea Azalea CAUTION Risk of damage The one piece moulded seat attachments might break The back should not be reclined when the Azalea Base is equipped with one piece moulded seat attachments 5 11 Calf strap padded Mount the calf strap on the legrest 2 Wrap the end parts around the legrest tube 3 Fixate the velcro parts Both legrests must be in the same angle in order to be able to use the calf strap in the correct way o The calf strap must not slacken to much in order to give the proper support for the user o 5 12 Heel strap Azalea Max I Mount the heel strap above the foot plates 2 Wrap the end parts around the legrest tube 3 Fixate the velcro parts i The heel strap must not slacken to much in order to give the proper support for the user 5 13 Brake extended Azalea CAUTION Risk of disengaging the brake The extended brake handle is angled outwards Be careful not to disengage the brake by mistake For Azalea Max there is a possibility to order a brake with an extended brake handle For adjustments see 6 1 3 Using the user operated brake page 33 28 Brake lever 5 14 Cover for footrest foot plate CAUTION Risk of imbalance The cover mu
22. 2 Place the rear wheel axle in the rear wheel attachment 3 Pull the wheels outwards to check that the wheel is securely locked in position WARNING Risk of injury It is really important to check that the rear wheel is securely locked in position It should not be possible to remove the wheels when the quick release button is inactivated 1488727 G 3 2 6 Angle adjustable legrests Push the legrests down into the tubes of the legrest attachment You must angle the legrest outwards when inserting it into the legrest attachment Turn the legrest inwards to lock it into position ll 1488727 G The legrests are automatically locked there is no risk of them coming off the wheelchair Setup 3 2 7 Fixed legrests Push the footrest down into the tubes of the legrest attachment il You must angle the footrest outwards when inserting it into the legrest attachment Turn the footrest inwards to lock it into position i The footrests are automatically locked there is no risk of them coming off the wheelchair 3 3 Mounting the table tray Mount the table tray amp in the table tray attachments B Rea Azalea 4 Components 4 2 Adjusting the tension adjustable backrest 4 1 Wheelchair overview A Vr LM E CELA Define where you would like to have a firmer support of the N CETT pd back of the user
23. 2 Set the pad in the required position 3 Re tighten the screw handwheel Risk of poor adjustment There must not be any pressure on the armrest while adjusting the screw 4 10 3 Armrest low For Azalea and Azalea Max we are also offering a lower armrest An experienced therapist must evaluate for which users this low armrest is suitable especially if used in the lowest position CAUTION Risk of pinching Be careful when mounting the armrest For adjustments see section 4 10 1 Armrest height page 18 and 4 10 2 Armrest depth page 18 4 11 Legrests 1 For users with longer legs the legrest attachment can be mounted in high position Contact your Invacare dealer for further information 4 11 1 Angle adjustable legrest Angle adjustable legrests support the legs and reduces pressure The legrests must always be fitted with calf pads foot plates and heel straps It is important to adjust the height and angle of the legrests to obtain a good seating position Adjusting the legrest height Loosen screw with an allen key 1 Tools 5 mm allen key 2 Adjust the legrest to a suitable height and the screw is caught by one of the recesses on the legrest tube 3 Re tighten the screw Angle adjustment WARNING Risk of damage Damage on the mechanism Do not place anything heavy or let children sit on the legrest It may cause damage to the mechanism Do not put any pressure on the
24. 27 G 9 After Use 9 Recycling The wheelchair can be divided into the following main components e Chassis e Plastic parts Upholstery e Wheels tires and tube e Packing 9 1 1 Waste disposal Please be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your recycling facility at its end of life Waste disposal must comply with the laws and regulations pertaining waste handling in each country Invacare is continuously working towards ensuring that the company s impact on environment locally and globally is reduced to a minimum We comply with the current environment legislation e g WEEE and RoHS directive We only use REACH compliant materials and components The wheelchair can be divided into the following main components Chassis The chassis is produced in steel and is fully recyclable Recycling of steel requires only 20 25 of the energy compared to new produced steel The wheelchair has two gas pistons and they contain oil and must be disposed according to national requirements 1 Be aware of that the gas pistons contains high pressure and must be handled with care during destruction 1488727 G After Use Plastic parts plastic parts in the chairs are produced of Thermoplastic and are marked with recycling symbols where it is possible due to part size The main plastic material is polyamide plastic materials for the table are ABS and polyamide This
25. Nm 7 2 3 Location of the identification labels 7 2 4 Symbols on the 8 3 Setup x5 re due ea TR Gud ccs dos eite 9 3 1 Delivery check 2 20 00 eee eee ee eee 9 3 2 Assembly ee vae 9 3 2 Backrest 24 hes ee 9 322 9 3 2 3 Folding the backrest Gas piston holder 10 3 2 4 Ere e ge dea E 10 325 10 3 2 6 Angle adjustable E 324 E 3 3 E 4Components ccc cece een nnn nn 12 4 1 Wheelchair 12 42 Adjusting the tension adjustable backrest 12 4 3 Backrest for Azalea 12 4 4 Push handles Push 13 4 4 1 Height adjustment push handles push bars 13 4 4 0 Adjusting the angle of the push bar 14 4 5 Carer operated angle adjustment 14 4 6 Manual tilt and backrest angle adjustment 14 4 6 1 Adjusting the backrest angle 14 4 62 Carer operated tilt adjustment 14 4 6 3 Locking the tilt and or backrest angle adjustment 14 4 7 Elect
26. Rea Azalea Azalea Assist Azalea Base Azalea Max Azalea Minor Azalea Tall en Manual wheelchair passive User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product Yes you can BEFORE using this product read this manual and save for future reference 2015 Invacare Corporation All rights reserved Republication duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare Trademarks are identified by and 9 All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted All information quoted is believed to be correct at time of print Invacare reserves the right to alter product specifications without prior consultation Rea Rea design and DSS Dual Stability System design are registered trademarks of Invacare International Contents I General cc ccc ccc hh 5 I introduction t RA serere Yee qu xS 5 1 2 Symbols in this 5 3 Warranty o5 sene Eau e ERE 5 1 4 Limitation of liability llle 5 1 5 Customer service 5 1 6 Accidents Near 5 1 7 Intended use sison esca eee eee 5 1 8 Compliance uvm eer ur ree rus 5 I 9 Service life z o vk Ree Reed 6 2Safety iov eee ev S000 IR tide IO A RATED 7 2 215 Specific risks 7 LE Labels
27. ably longer than the other versions and they are not interchangeable 5 18 Attachment positioning belt CAUTION Risk of sliding The positioning belt must be placed tight to the body Our wheelchairs must always be used with a seat cushion If the length of the positioning belt has been adjusted to fit one type of seat cushion height it is important that this cushion is used If the seat cushion is replaced the length of the belt needs to be adjusted The seat must be positioned flat or tilted backwards if the user is left alone unattended Positioning belts which are CE marked for the purpose of using on wheelchairs can be mounted on the chair with preserved CE marking The positioning belt should be fitted by the responsible prescriber and be mounted by an experienced technician However when transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle Invacare s original pelvic belt must be used as a complement to the safety belt in the vehicle lo See chapter 7 2 Transporting wheelchairs with users in vehicles page 36 1 The purpose of a positioning belt is to position the user and to give him her a better posture CAUTION Risk of sliding If you have a very low seat height and or use your feet to maneuver the wheelchair the legrests can be removed If so be aware of the sliding risk Loosen and remove the screw and the washer for the legrest attachment 2 Place the attachment amp on the frame as
28. ale The tilt scale makes it visible how many degrees the seat unit and or the backrest is tilted 4 8 1 Tilt scale backrest l Place the tilt scale for the backrest angle on the push bar push handle or the backrest tubes according to picture or above 2 Attach the clamps to the push bar push handles or the backrest tubes and tighten the screws D 3 Place the end plug in the empty hole and remove the protection cover from the pre glued pad amp 4 Attach the tilt scale to the pre glued pad on the attachment clamps 4 8 2 Tilt scale seat The tilt scale for the seat angle is placed on the armrest according to the pictures above 1488727 G Components 4 9 Seat adjustments Loosen the screw with an Allen key i Tools 5 mm Allen Key 2 Adjust the armrests to the desired width 3 Re tighten the screw Risk of poor adjustment There must not be any pressure on the armrest legrest while adjusting the screw Width adjustment legrest The seat depth of the chair can easily be adjusted to provide good support The width between the legrests and armrests and the height of the armrests can also be adjusted il The seat cushion is secured with Velcro strips B on the seat plate 4 9 1 Adjusting the seat depth l Loosen the screws B i Tools 5 mm Allen Key 2 Adjust the legrests to the desired width 3 Re tighten the sc
29. ar wheels are adjusted to ensure that there is no risk of tipping WARNING Risk of injury Never lift the wheelchair by the detachable armrests footrests back brace or by the adjustable push handles See section usage for more information The handrims may become hot due to friction which may cause injury to your hands Surfaces of the wheelchair like frame parts or upholstery can after long exposure to the sun reach temperatures over 41 1488727 G Safety When mounting accessories etc be careful not to trap your fingers There is always an increased risk of trapping parts of your body when tilting the wheelchair s back and seat The width of the seat must not be reduced too much as this would increase the pressure from the armrests to the side of the pelvis WARNING Risk of pressure sores and contracted posture The user must not be seated in a tilted position for a long time The seating positions needs to be varied to avoid pressure sores 2 2 Labels A M m A D Manufacturer o Manufacturing date Serial No Max user weight Model Model information such as seat depth and seat height EAN number 2 3 Location of the identification labels Location of the serial label Rea Azalea Electrical version n CLASS II
30. cations without prior notice Failure to comply with instructions given may result in personal injury and or product damage 1 The wheelchair must always be equipped with legrests footrests seat cushion and armrests For exception regarding the legrests see section Pelvic belt WARNING AN Risk of injury The wheelchair must always be prescribed by an authorised personnel or a competent person with knowledge about seating positioning and others related to using a wheelchair WARNING Risk of falling Check that all parts are attached securely to the frame Check that all wheels knobs screws and nuts are properly tightened Check that all brakes and anti tip devices function correctly Always apply the brake before getting into or out of the chair Never stand on the footplates when getting into or out of the chair because of the risk of tipping Changing the seat angle can mean an increased risk of tipping over The wheelchair must always be equipped with anti tip devices Remember that the effectiveness of the carer operated brake is reduced in wet and slippery conditions as well as when on a slope Be careful to ensure that the rear wheels are securely attached WARNING A Risk of tipping falling when using velcro backrest There is a risk of tipping and injury if the velcro straps on the backrest become too slack Always check the tension Also check that the re
31. ct of an accident with other configurations The Azalea product range has been tested as complete products including Invacare backrests However when the Rea Azalea is ordered without backrest it is not to be considered as a complete product Only when the base and the backrest system have been combined an evaluation of the safety can be done The company that mounts the backrest system must perform a final risk assessment Always check whether there is a compatibility agreement between Rea Azalea the manufacturer of the backrest and Invacare Only then the product maintains its CE marking 1 9 Service life We estimate that the Invacare wheelchair has a service life span of five years It is difficult to state the exact length of the service life of our products and the length stated is an estimated average life span based on normal use The life span may be considerably longer if the wheelchair is used to a limited extent and if it is used with care maintained and handled properly The life span may be shorter if the wheelchair is subjected to extreme use 1488727 G 2 Safety 2 Specific risks Below you will find a number of points affecting your personal safety Read them carefully Contact your local Invacare office or Health Care provider in case you need assistance Invacare is only responsible for product changes carried out by competent personnel We reserve the right to make any changes to equipment and specifi
32. d nut as per the illustration above amp 5 17 2 Pelvic belt Azalea general OLDS Gs The pelvic belt is used to prevent the risk of falling or sliding out of the chair and for providing the user with a good posture o The pelvic belt is mounted on the backrest brackets amp Thread the belt through the mounting on the chair and then through the two plastic buckles B as shown in the picture 2 Thread the belt through both of the plastic buckles WARNING Safety risk There is a danger the belt might slip if the belt is threaded through only one of the plastic buckles It is important that both plastic buckles are used Adjustment i Ensure that the user is sitting fully back in the seat and that the pelvis is as upright and symmetrical as possible not forward on one side or tilted back l Position the lap belt so that the hip bones can be felt above the belt 2 Adjust the length using the buckles so that there is just sufficient room for your hand to slide between your body and the belt o tis recommended that the clasp is kept in a central ll position i e make adjustments to each side These adjustments should be checked and possibly changed each time the belt is used il Make sure that the belt cannot slide 30 ii The pelvic belt for the Azalea Max is consider
33. eelchair is intended for both outdoor and indoor use The Rea Azalea must be used with a seat and a backrest system Rea Azalea Minor is intended for smaller adults and teenagers Rea Azalea Max is intended for larger adults Rea Azalea Tall is intended for taller adults Rea Azalea Base is a wheelchair base and can be combined with different seating systems such as individually adapted anatomic seats manufactured by different companies There are no known contraindications The maximum weight for each version is stated in the Technical Data section 1 8 Compliance This product is in compliance with EN 12183 Manual wheelchairs Requirements and test methods and the European Directive 93 42 EEC concerning medical devices to apply the CE mark This product has been tested and conforms to the standards ISO 7176 16 or ISO 1021 2 for resistance to ignition The Rea Azalea has been crash tested together with the Invacare Flex 2 and Flex 3 standard backrest All configurations are tested together with REA neckrest The Rea Azalea Base has been crash tested together with the Invacare Flo shape seat cushion and MatrX PB backrest The Rea Azalea Base has also been crash tested together with the Leckey seating systems Mygo and Kit Other tests performed on the Azalea Base have also been carried out with the standard backrest and seat from the Azalea range mounted Invacare can in no way predict the effe
34. equipment N Warning Caution Product with a thermal fuse Type B Applied Part Applied Part complying with the specified requirements for protection against electrical shock according to IEC60601 1 Safety Isolation transformer general Location of the electrical information label 2 4 Symbols on the labels General Li Refer to the user manual Waste disposal and recycling information See section After Use Waste disposal This product complies with Directive C 93 42 EEC concerning medical devices The launch date of this product is stated in the CE declaration of conformity 8 1488727 G 3 Setup 3 l Delivery check Any transport damage must be reported immediately to the transport company Remember to keep the packaging until the transport company has checked the goods and a settlement has been reached 3 2 Assembly When you receive your wheelchair you either fit the backrest or on some models fold up the backrest You also have to fit the armrests and legrests onto the chair The assembly is simple and does not require any tools 3 2 1 Backrest il On the models where the back rest folds up the safety pin needs to be secured at the bottom of the backrest l Let the gas piston rest on the lip for support when the gas piston is mounted 2 When fastening the safety pin tilt the backrest slightly forward while s
35. ess the release handles amp 2 Adjust the position of the foot box 3 Let go of the release handles 1 Make sure that the foot box is locked in position 1488727 G Accessories Angle adjustment Loosen the nuts 2 Adjust the foot box D to the desired angle 3 Re tighten the nuts il Fixate the screw with the allen key and loosen the nut with the spanner 11 10 mm fixed 4 mm allen key 5 16 Directional lock WARNING Risk of injury The directional lock is not a brake The directional lock must be used in combination with the standard brake 9 Directional lock disengaged Directional lock engaged 5 17 Pelvic belt 9 Belts harnesses which are CE marked for the purpose ll of using on wheelchairs can be mounted on the chair with preserved CE marking The belt harness should be fitted by the responsible prescriber and be mounted by an experienced technician However when transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle Invacare s original pelvic belt must be used as a complement to the safety belt in the vehicle See chapter 7 2 Transporting wheelchairs with users in vehicles page 36 See chapter 5 18 Attachment positioning belt page 30 for warnings concerning sliding risk 29 Rea Azalea 5 17 1 Pelvic belt Azalea Base Fasten the belt on the frame with a screw an
36. f the handwheel should barely be visible If the push bar is in the wrong position the handwheel will not be possible to tighten properly Rea Azalea 4 4 2 Adjusting the angle of the push bar Press the buttons 2 Adjust the push bar to the preferred angle 3 Release the buttons il Move the push bar slightly in order for the buttons to lock into position WARNING Risk of imbalance Do not hang anything on the push bar this could cause imbalance 4 5 Carer operated angle adjustment The wheelchair is equipped with carer operated controls You can adjust the angle of the backrest forwards or backwards and tilt the whole seat unit including the backrest These two functions can either be controlled manually or electrically WARNING Risk of minor injury Risk of trapping fingers Be careful when adjusting the angle of the backrest so that the assistant or user do not trap fingers between the backrest and the armrest 4 6 Manual tilt and backrest angle adjustment 4 6 1 Adjusting the backrest angle Use the yellow lever amp marked with the yellow symbol on the left hand side to angle the backrest 2 Press upwards while you angle the backrest to the desired position 3 Release the lever 4 6 2 Carer operated tilt adjustment Use the green lever with the green symbol on the right hand side to tilt the seat unit seat and backrest 2 Press upwards while you
37. hairs can be mounted on the chair with preserved CE marking The belt harness should be fitted by the responsible prescriber and be mounted by an experienced technician However when transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle Invacare s original pelvic belt must be used as a complement to the safety belt in the vehicle 1488727 G Loosen the handwheel and remove the neckrest 2 Fasten the harness holder onto the neckrest pole 3 Re tighten the handwheel 1 The harness is mounted on the holder for the harness 4 Thread the straps through the harness holder and the harness clamp 5 To mount the lower straps loosen the armrest attachments with the screws under the seat 6 Pull out the attachments approx 5 cm i The strap mountings should be fastened from the inside of the frame as shown above 7 Insert the screw through the eyelet and into the hole in the frame 1 Tools 5 mm Allen key 8 Secure with washer and nut D 9 Putthe armrest attachment back in its original place 1 The harness can also be adjusted with the straps by the shoulders 5 20 2 Azalea Minor harness WARNING Risk of injury The harness has to be fitted and adjusted by a trained therapist o il The harness is mounted on the headrest attachment 3l Rea Azalea EP wy 32 Remove the screws for the headrest attachment and discard 5 20 3 Harness attachment Azalea Base them Position washer
38. icle o The vehicle s 3 point safety belt should not be kept from the user s body by the parts of the wheelchair Fo 37 Rea Azalea WARNING Risk of injury The user is not securely restrained in the vehicle Never use only the pelvic belt as a safety belt during transport The vehicle s 3 point safety belt must always be used to secure the user during transport 7 4 Disassembly for transport The Rea Azalea is easy to prepare for transport 7 4 1 Backrest Remove the backrest cushion by pulling it forwards thus separating the velcro straps 2 Lower the push handles to the lowest position by loosening the handwheels Release the gas piston safety pin B and carefully remove it i The gas piston can rest on the lip amp 2 Fold the backrest and let it rest on the seat 1 Be careful with the cables that run from the rear wheel to the push handles 38 7 4 2 Backrest Minor I Remove the backrest cushion by pulling it forwards thus separating the velcro straps 2 Loosen both handwheels amp and pull the backrest directly upwards 3 Lay the backrest on the seat where it can remain during transport of the wheelchair 4 Where applicable detach the push handles 1 Be careful with the cables that run from the rear wheel to the push handles 1 When detaching the backrest and placing it on the seat try to make sure
39. ing or use of the brake reduces the braking effect Braking when moving squeeze both brake handles upwards and the brake will be applied 2 Locking the brakes squeeze the handle and move the lock catch upwards 1488727 G Components 3 Release the handle 4 Releasing the brakes squeeze the handle and the lock catch will release automatically 1 If the brake effect is poor or reduced contact your authorized representative i e your dealer or Health Care provider 23 Rea Azalea 5 Accessories 5 1 Headrest Neckrest 5 1 1 Height adjustment 9 The height and the removal are operated by the handwheel ll The bar is equipped with an adjustable stop block Loosen the screw in the stop block Loosen the handwheel Adjust the head rest to the desired position Re tighten the handwheel Slide the stop block B down to the top of the headrest attachment 6 Re tighten the screw vd a i It is now possible to remove the headrest and reinsert it in the desired position without further adjustments 5 1 2 Depth angle adjustment Loosen the handle Loosen the screws Adjust the depth and angle of the headrest Re tighten the handle and the screws 5 2 tray WARNING Risk of falling injury The table must never be used as a replacement for the pelvic belt WARNING Risk of tipping injury Max load on the table
40. ir and user should be transported forward facing in the travel direction All auxiliary equipment such as tables trunk support abduction cushion etc should be removed and stored safely so that they do not injure anyone during any kind of accident 36 2 3 The wheelchair should be secured in the vehicle with a 4 point restraint system The user should wear a 3 point safety belt secured in the vehicle AN WARNING Risk of injury Both the 4 point restraint system and the 3 point safety belt must be approved according to ISO 10542 2 y ISO 7176 19 The tie down points on the wheelchair where the restraint system straps should be placed are marked with this symbol o For vehicles where the wheelchair cannot be restrained 1 there are no existing test methods If there are existing marked areas for wheelchairs in the vehicle we recommend to use these and follow the guidelines if any for placing the wheelchair In order to be used as a seat during transport in a vehicle the wheelchair must be equipped with a pelvic belt i Invacares original pelvic belt must be used as a complement to the safety belt in the vehicle The vehicle s 3 point safety belt should fit as tightly across the user s body as possible without discomfort The upper part of the safety belt should fit over the user s shoulder as illustrated No part of the safety belt must be twisted il No part of the safety belt mus
41. k of trapping fingers The fingers might get trapped between the foot plate and the foot plate attachment Be careful not to trap your fingers between the foot plate and the foot plate attachment when folding it down 1488727 G Adjust the angle and the depth by loosening the two screws at the foot plate attachment o Tool 5 mm allen key 2 Adjust the foot plate to the correct position 3 Re tighten the screws 1 The foot plate can be flipped up Lift the foot plate upwards as shown on the picture above 1 Do not place anything on the foot plate when the screws are loose 4 13 3 Footboard converter Azalea Max The footboard converter is a sturdy construction that is easily disassembled to allow for transfers into and out of the wheelchair 1488727 G Components The middle part of the footboard converter B is installed by inserting the fasteners into one of the foot plates and then on the other side Make sure that the part is turned the right way If not it will fall out i The release buttons should pop out when the middle part is installed correctly To remove the middle part press the release buttons First on one side and then on the other Make sure that the feet are placed as far out as possible A A Fo CAUTION Risk of pinching When adjusting the footboard there is a risk of pinching your fingers Make sure that no pressure is on fo
42. mediately be taken out of use and checked by a trained technician This product has been tested and complies with the EMC limits specified by IEC 60601 1 2 for Class B equipment il This product has a very low emission and should not interfere with other equipment However if other devices nearby should react inexplicably run and stop this product and observe the devices f nothing happens with the other devices then this product is not causing the error e If other devices are behaving in an inexplicable manner then this product is causing the error Solve the problem by moving increasing the distance between them 11 6 Electromagnetic compliance EMC Manufacturer s declaration Test Basic Standard Compliance Level Frequency Range Mains PortConducted Emissions EN 5501 1 2007 Group Class B Radiated Emissions EN 5501 1 2007 Group Class B Mains Harmonics EN 61000 3 2 2006 1 2009 2 2009 44 1488727 Technical data 1488727 G 45 Rea Azalea I2 Service 12 1 Maintenance schedule Weekly Monthly Tire pressure QR axles rear wheels All fasteners for wear and tightness Castors Anti tip devices Chassis Upholstery Brakes 46 Action Recommended air pressure for rear wheels Standard tires 3 5 bar 50 psi Recommended air pressure for castors Low profile tires 8 4 0 bar il If you have a flat tire on your wheelchair contact your Invacare dealer in order to get the flat tire
43. n the screws and bolts when the required position is achieved 1488727 G Accessories Angle 1 The swing away trunk support can be turned sidewards in order to be out of the way when the user is moving in to or out of the wheelchair CAUTION Risk of pinching The cover on the trunk support arm must always be on when the chair is in use Loosen the lever A 2 Adjust to the desired angle 3 Re tighten the lever 5 8 Adjusting the drip stand 5 9 Anti tip device il The rod of the drip stand must always be placed in a vertical position i e in a 90 degree angle to the ground no matter the position of the backrest or the wheelchair For active position B press the spring loaded buttons Raise or lower the anti tip device Ensure that the spring loaded buttons amp pop out into place properly in their new position md d 4 For transport position fold the anti tip device under the wheelchair by pressing the spring loaded buttons amp 5 Turn the anti tip device to the required position 6 Ensure that the buttons pop out again into position o Never forget to activate the anti tip devices The anti tip device also acts as a step tube lt is height adjustable and easy to adjust Fo I Loosen the lever 2 Adjust the drip stand to the desired height 3 Re tighten the lever 5 10 Azalea Base seat attachment There are four options how to attach a seat
44. ng backwards you should always lean forwards whilst propelling up a slope Propel the wheelchair forwards using short quick strokes applied to the hand rims in order to maintain speed and steering control The wheelchair can manage a slope of 15 but steep slopes should be avoided for safety reasons Generally help is needed on steep slopes WARNING A Risk of tipping The wheelchair may tip if the slope is 8 or more Use anti tip devices WARNING Risk of tipping backwards When the wheelchair is already leaning backwards a sudden movement may cause the wheelchair to tip backwards If you have to stop a slope it is particularly important to ensure that you do not make any sudden or unexpected backward movements when you start moving the wheelchair forwards again 6 1 6 Propelling down a slope i The wheelchair can manage a slope of 15 Risk of falling Steep slopes should be avoided for safety reasons We recommend that you obtain the help of one or more assistants when going down steep and wet slopes N WARNING Risk of falling injury The wheelchair may move forward uncontrollably Check the slope to see if there are any particular hazards potholes slippery sections Never use the user operated brake to slow down When you apply the brake on a downward slope the wheels lock and the wheelchair can suddenly pull to one side tip sideways or stop immediately This may cau
45. only apply if the maintenance instructions are followed 1 4 Limitation of liability Invacare Rea AB accepts no liability for damage arising from e Non compliance with the User Manual Incorrect use Natural wear and tear Incorrect assembly or set up by the purchaser or a third party Technical modifications usage of an unapproved 3rd party backrest instead of a tested and approved Invacare backrest 1488727 G General Unauthorised modifications and or use of unsuitable spare parts The written authorisation of Invacare Rea AB must be obtained before installing additional adaptations on a Invacare Rea wheelchair Otherwise no liability claims can be made 1 5 Customer service For contact details please refer to the last page of this publication where you will find addresses to the European sales companies 1 6 Accidents Near accidents Please inform your Invacare office immediately of any accidents or near accidents that have been caused by this wheelchair and that have led to or could have led to personal injury The relevant authority must also be contacted and reported to 1 7 Intended use Rea Azalea is a family of manual wheelchairs intended for dependent and semi dependent passive users who remain seated for long periods of time The wheelchair is intended to be operated by the user or assistant Also the adjustment of the seating position can be done by the user or assistant The wh
46. orwards The wheelchair could tip forwards if you use the footplates as support Do not support yourself on the footplates when moving to from the wheelchair Propel the wheelchair as near as possible to the seat that you want to move to 2 Apply the brake 3 Remove the armrests or move them upwards out of the way 4 Detach the legrests or swing them outwards 1488727 G Ensure that the backrest and push handles are securely in place 2 Fo lo Usage Using the user operated brake Start by checking that the tires have the correct air pressure printed on the side of each tire The user brake is to be used when the chair is not moving and is not intended for reducing speed when the chair is moving To apply the brake move the lever towards the rear towards you To release the brakes move the lever amp forwards CAUTION Risk of trapping fingers Be careful not to trap your fingers between the brake pin and rear wheel 6 1 4 Stretching and leaning Propel the wheelchair as near as possible WARNING Risk of tipping The wheelchair may tip over Always have full contact between the backrest and the back Stretching backwards is not recommended 6 1 5 Propelling up a slope 33 Rea Azalea Many experienced users can propel themselves up a slope In order not to lose control of the steering and to avoid tippi
47. otboard when it is being adjusted CAUTION Risk of breakage The footboard is not designed for lifting the chair Do not take hold on the footboard if you need to lift the chair WARNING Risk of breakage The pressure on the foot plates might cause the footboard to break Make sure that the feet are placed as far out as possible before the middle part is installed or removed 21 Rea Azalea Angle adjustment footboard converter i In order to adjust the depth and angle of the footboard converter remove the middle section of the footboard See 4 13 3 Footboard converter Azalea Max page 21 I Adjust the angle and the depth by loosening the screw at the foot plate attachment il Tools 5 mm Allen key 2 Adjust the foot plate to the correct position 3 Re tighten the screw il Do not place anything on the foot plate when the screw is loose 4 14 Calf pads adjustment The calf pads can be fitted in two different depth positions l Swing the pad forwards 2 Unscrew screw Tools 5 mm Allen key 3 Remove the large nut on the reverse side and place it in the second attachment hole 4 Move the calf pad to the new position 5 Secure it into place with the screw i The height of the calf pads can easily be adjusted by using the handwheel 4 15 Calf pads Azalea Max CAUTION Risk of pinching When adjusting the calf support there is a
48. quired position 3 Re tighten the knob 25 Rea Azalea Depth adjustment fixed cushion il Tools 5 mm Allen key To adjust the depth of the trunk supports loosen the screws with an Allen key 2 Move the trunk support forwards or backwards Re tighten the screws 4 Remove the trunk support by loosening knob and pull the trunk support sideways and outwards UI Depth adjustment multi adjustable cushion I Remove the trunk support cover 2 Loosen the screws and adjust to the required height depth 3 Re tighten the screws Screws height depth adjustment Attachment position for small side support large trunk support Attachment position for large side support small trunk support 26 Angle adjustment multi adjustable cushion l Loosen the screw 2 Adjust the cushion to the required angle 3 Re tighten the screw 5 7 2 Trunk support swing away 1 The holder for the swing away trunk support is placed in the attachment on the backrest l Loosen the knob 2 Place the trunk support holder 3 Re tighten the knob QA d gt Ba o EST M j J L 1 Tools 5 mm Allen key 13 mm fixed spanner The angle can be adjusted by loosening the screws and bolts on the trunk support arm 2 Hold with the Allen key and tighten with the fixed spanner 3 Remember to re tighte
49. rews 1 Remove the seat cushion Side rest pad 2 Loosen the screws with an Allen key There are two different side rest pads available one side rest cushion 3 Move the front edge of the seat forwards or backwards HOA ooh which is placed in the armrest pocket and one side rest pad which is 4 Rertightenthe Screws placed directly on the side rest 5 Put the seat cushion back il The distance between the back of the knee calf and the cushion should be as small as possible but without contact 4 9 2 Width adjustment seat 1 The seat width can be decreased with 2x20 mm either by placing side rest cushions inside the armrest pocket or by using the side rest pad D 1488727 G 17 Rea Azalea 4 10 Armrest adjustments 4 10 1 Armrest height I Adjust the height of the armrests by turning the screw or the handwheel depending on which type of armrest you have chosen 2 Set the required height 3 Re tighten the screw handwheel CAUTION A Risk of trapping fingers Be careful not to trap your fingers between the arm pad and the side support when you adjust the armrest height The armrests have an auto lock to prevent involuntary movement or detachment Press the button on the armrest to release before removing or adjusting the armrest lo 4 10 2 Armrest depth Loosen the screw the handwheel S depending on which type of armrest you have chosen
50. ric tilt and backrest angle adjustment 14 4 7 1 Symbols on the hand 15 4 7 0 Backrest angle 15 4 7 3 Tilt adjustment seat 15 4 74 Locking of recline and tilt function 15 4 7 5 Charging the 16 4 8 iTilt scale cioe erar Ae l6 48 Tilt scale backrest 16 482 16 49 17 49 Adjusting the seat 17 4 9 2 Width adjustment 17 4 10 Armrest 18 4 10 1 Armrest 18 4 10 2 18 4 10 3 lt 18 AAF egrests ani Rn a te LR 18 4 11 1 Angle adjustable 18 4 11 2 19 4 11 3 Adjusting the angle of the central legrest 19 4 11 4 Legrest Azalea 19 4 12 Amputee legrest 20 4 12 1 Amputee legrest general 20 4 12 2 Amputee legrest Azalea 20 4 13 Foot plates
51. risk of pinching your fingers Make sure that no pressure is on the calf support when the handwheels are loosened 22 The calf pads for the Azalea Max are adjustable in angle depth and sideways Angle adjustment I Loosen the handwheel 2 Adjust the calf pad to the required angle 3 Re tighten the handwheel Depth adjustment l Loosen the handwheel 2 Adjust the calf pad to the required depth 1 The adjustment should be done in accordance with the adjustment of the legrest 3 Re tighten the handwheel Sideways adjustment I Loosen the screws on the sideways adjustment plate 2 Adjust the calf pad sideways 3 Re tighten the screws properly 4 16 User brake adjustment To attain the correct braking effect the brake pin should press into the tire when you apply the brake The brake may therefore require depth adjustment WARNING Risk of reduced brake effect Incorrect setting or use of the brake reduces the braking effect il Tool 5 mm Allen key l Loosen the screw 2 Move the brake attachment to the required position 3 Re tighten the screw A 1 There should be a distance of approximately 6 mm between the pin and the tire CAUTION Risk of trapping fingers Be careful not to trap your fingers between the brake pin amp and rear wheel 1488727 G 4 17 Using the carer operated brake WARNING Risk of reduced brake effect Incorrect sett
52. s and harness as shown above Insert new screws through the eyelets into the attachment Tighten the screws To mount the lower straps loosen the armrest attachments with the screws under the seat Pull out the attachments approx 5 cm 1 The strap mountings should be fastened from the inside of the frame see above Insert the screw through the eyelet and into the hole in the frame l Loosen the handwheels for the push handles amp 2 Fit the harness attachment device B Put the handwheels back and tighten 1 Tools 5 mm Allen key ud Secure with the washer and nut Put the armrest attachment back in its original place 1488727 G 6 Usage 6 Operating the wheelchair We recommend that you have the chair tested by the qualified person who has prescribed the wheelchair after he or she has made the adjustments that you request taking your build and needs into account We hope that you have also received help in learning how best to use the wheelchair Start by practising carefully until you are familiar with the wheelchair s possibilities and limitations 6 1 1 Lifting the wheelchair l Always lift the wheelchair by grabbing the frame at the points shown in the picture 2 Never lift the wheelchair by the removable armrests or the footrests UJ 4 Read the chapter Safety instructions Propelling techniques 6 1 2 Move to from the wheelchair WARNING Risk of tipping f
53. se you to be thrown out of the chair Always control the speed with the hand rims Try to propel down the slope in a straight line as much as possible T CAUTION Risk of minor injury Remember that the hand rims may become hot due to friction and this may cause injury to your hands 34 6 1 7 Climbing a kerb This method is for when the assistant is always behind the wheelchair and it creates the greatest safety for the user The following advice is for the assistant Adjust the anti tip devices upwards Ensure that the user s feet rest securely on the footrests and cannot slide off Then tilt the wheelchair backwards and push it forwards against the kerb 2 Lower the frontal part of the wheelchair onto the pavement and place yourself as close to the chair as possible before you lift up the whole wheelchair 3 Lean forward and lift roll the wheelchair over the pavement edge 4 Lower the wheelchair onto the pavement so that the weight is divided on all four wheels Ensure that the wheelchair does not roll backwards 1 To dismount kerb follow the procedure above but in reverse order step 4 3 2 and then 1 to move off a kerb 6 1 8 Kerbs alternative method This method is generally used by experienced assistants who are stronger than average It can also be used when the kerb or step is low and only constitutes a minimal obstacle 1488727 G Usage I Check
54. shown on the picture Adjust the attachment to the required position 4 Use the screw and the washer to fixate the attachment and tighten the screw d 1 The positioning belt should be placed in the slot B on the attachment WARNING Risk of injury The attachment must not be used for safety belts when transferring the user in a vehicle 1488727 G 5 19 Privacy attachment Accessories 5 20 1 Harness attachment holder Attach the privacy attachment on the velcro both on the seat and on the backrest see picture 5 20 Harness WARNING Risk of choking When the wheelchair is tilted or reclined the harness can move and cause hazard to the user Make sure that the harness is correctly positioned after each adjustment WARNING VAN Safety risk The harness which is used with the harness attachment holder should be fitted by an experienced clinician or technician The harness must always be used in combination with the pelvic belt and should be worn on top of the pelvic belt WARNING Risk of sliding The user may accidently slide down in the wheelchair Always use a harness in combination with a pelvic belt WARNING Safety risk The harness must not be used as a safety belt during transport in a vehicle Make sure that the harness does not put too much pressure on any point 10 Belts harnesses which CE marked for the purpose of using on wheelc
55. st be removed before the foot plate is fixed in a raised position 5 14 1 Attaching a cover to the single foot plate Thread the foot plate cover onto the foot plate 2 Secure the velcro straps to fasten the cover on the foot plate 5 14 2 Attaching a cover to the one piece footrest 2 Remove the safety paper from the pre glued velcro straps 3 Attach the pre glued parts of the velcro straps amp on the front and rear side of the footrest 1488727 G 4 Place the cover on the one piece footrest 5 Secure the cover by attaching the velcro parts on the cover to the pre glued velcro parts on the front and rear side of the footrest 5 15 Foot box WARNING Risk of injury When using the foot box the settings and adjustments of the accessory and the wheelchair must always be performed by an authorized personnel or competent person with knowledge of seating and positioning WARNING Risk of injury The user might fall when getting in and out of the chair When using the foot box it is recommended to use a lifter WARNING Risk of injury and or damage to the product Hold the foot box to secure it before releasing the levers otherwise it will fall down 1 The foot box should not be removed from the wheelchair during use unless it needs to be replaced il The adjustment of the foot box must be carried out by two persons Position adjustment Pr
56. t Remove parts where water has collected for example in end tubes ferrules etc If the wheelchair has been washed in a machine blow drying with compressed air is recommended Dartex Lighter stains on the fabric may be neutralized with a soft damp cloth and some neutral detergent To neutralize larger more persistent stains wipe the fabric with alcohol or turpentine substitutes and wash with hot water and a neutral detergent Proprietary disinfectants may be used provided that the manufacturer s instructions are followed The fabric can be washed at temperatures up to 71 C 160 F Normal detergents can be used il All parts of the wheelchair with Dartex upholstery such as armrest pads calf pads headrest neckrest should be cleaned according to the instruction above 8 5 1 Electrical version Important The Azalea with electrical backrest or tilt is protected according to IPX6 This means that the product can be washed with a brush and water The water can be under pressure garden hose or equivalent but high pressure water must not be sprayed directly towards the electrical system Max washing temperature 20 C Do not use a steam cleaner Before cleaning make sure that the power plug is not connected Interconnected cables must remain plugged in when cleaning the product Retract the actuator to the innermost position when cleaning to avoid degreasing of the piston rod 14887
57. t be twisted 1488727 G 6 The pelvic part of the 3 point safety belt must be worn low across the pelvis The angle of the pelvic belt shall be within the preferred zone il The angle of the pelvic belt must never exceed 75 o Incorrect placement of safety belt 7 The 3 point safety belt must not be held away from the user s body by parts of the wheelchair such as armrests or wheels etc Incorrect placement of the neckrest Correct placement of the neckrest 8 Aneckrest should always be used during transport and it should be adjusted as shown in the picture 7 3 Restraint methods CAUTION The castor locking might break If the wheelchair is equipped with castor locking the castor locking must be inactive during transport in a vehicle 1488727 G Transport 7 3 1 Frontal restraints with straps Connect the frontal straps around the castor attachment 2 Release brakes and tension front straps by pulling the wheelchair backwards 3 Re apply wheelchair brakes 7 3 2 Rear restraints Attach the snap hooks on the rear straps to the vertical rear tube by the rear wheel attachment 2 Tighten the straps 7 3 3 Fastening of pelvic belt and safety belt Check that the pelvic belt on the wheelchair is correctly fastened 2 Fasten the vehicle s 3 point safety belt around the user If there is no pelvic belt in on the wheelchair the user must transfer to the seat of the veh
58. t tube 3 Re tighten the screw 1 Pull the lever amp with one hand while supporting the legrest with your other hand 2 When a suitable angle is obtained let go of the lever and the 1 The distance between the lowest part of the footrest and the legrest will lock into one the preset positions ground must be at least 40 mm o For the Azalea Max four different positions are available 1488727 G 19 Rea Azalea The adjustment should be done in accordance with the adjustment of the calf pads o Higher adjustments red marked area are possible but NOT recommended as the legrest might not be able to support the added weight WARNING A Risk of damage Damage on the mechanism Do not place anything heavy or let children sit on the legrest It may cause damage to the mechanism Do not put any pressure on the legrest while the angle is being adjusted The lever must be fully opened o il The distance between the lowest part of the footrest and the ground must be at least 40 mm 4 12 Amputee legrest WARNING Risk of tipping There is an increased risk of tipping for amputated users Use anti tippers and or re balance the wheelchair when amputee legrests are used 4 12 1 Amputee legrest general Attach the legrests by pushing the tube at the upper part of the legrests amp down into the tubes on the wheelchair 2 Lock the legrests by turning them inwards 3 Slacken lever
59. that the push handles push bar are securely fixed in place before you start 2 Fold the anti tip devices upwards 3 Balance the wheelchair on the rear wheels until the balance point is found 4 Transfer the wheelchair down the stairs step by step let the rear wheels reel over the edge of each step CAUTION INTUS Risk of injury Lifting the wheelchair incorrectly may injure the assistant Incorrect method could cause injury to the assistant j e eae Do not lift the wheelchair by gripping the removable It is important for the assistant to use his or her body correctly to prevent inju armrests or legrests fas Lift the wheelchair at the correct points use the legs when lifting and keep the back as straight as possible The assistant steps backwards onto the pavement and pulls the wheelchair up onto the pavement 2 Tip the wheelchair backwards and roll the chair over the kerb onto the pavement 1 Take particular care if the kerb is wet or slippery We recommend that you receive help from two assistants to get up and down stairs One assistant walks in front of the 6 1 9 Escalators and stairs chair holding the frame of the wheelchair whilst the other assistant walks behind the chair holding the push handles il Do not use escalators when you are in the wheelchair Find out whether there is a lift nearby 1488727 G 35 Rea Azalea 7 Transport 7 Safety
60. them downwards Adjust to the height that you require 4 Re tighten the hand wheels UJ Make sure that the hand wheel for the push handle fits the hole in the tubes If the threaded tap of the hand wheel is more than app 2 5 mm visible the position is wrong Lower or raise the push handle to get the hand wheel in the correct position 0 1 The push bar push handles braced amp must not be pulled up so that it protrudes more than 19 cm over the top edge of the attachment 1488727 G Components CAUTION Risk of trapping fingers Do not trap your fingers between the push handles braced and the neckrest attachment If you have a tension adjustable backrest Push bar Azalea Max l Loosen the handwheels amp 2 The height of the push handles braced push bar can be adjusted simply by pulling the handles upwards or pushing them downwards Adjust to the height that you require 4 Re tighten the handwheels ad Adjusting the height of the push bar 1 Loosen the hand wheels amp 2 Adjust the handles to the required height position There are two fixed positions available 3 Re tighten the hand wheels WARNING A Risk of injury The push bar can loosen from the attachments Make sure that the marking on the tubes are fitted against the backrest tube Check that the handwheels can be tightened properly the screw o
61. trap Azalea 28 5 13 Brake extended Azalea 28 5 14 Cover for footrest foot plate 28 5 14 1 Attaching a cover to the single foot plate 28 5 14 2 Attaching a cover to the one piece footrest 28 5 15 Foot bOX BR eee Ss Cie 29 5 16 29 5 7 Pelvic belt zoe Pete aeu 29 5 17 1 Pelvic belt 30 5 17 2 Pelvic belt 30 5 18 Attachment positioning belt 30 5 19 3l 5 20 Harness enr ERE er n xem aee 3l 5 20 1 Harness attachment 3l 5 20 2 Azalea Minor 3l 5 20 3 Harness attachment Azalea 32 6 Usage dex ek ev emma eere te S e as 33 6 Operating the wheelchair 33 6 1 1 Lifting the 33 6 1 Move to from the wheelchair 33 6 1 3 Using the user operated brake 33 6 1 4 Stretching 33 6 1 5 Propelling 5 33 6 1 6 Propelling down a slope 34 6 1 7
62. upporting the gas piston manually When the holes are aligned the safety pin can be attached Secure the piston with the safety pin Lock the pin using the lock shackle loop Secure the backrest cushion using the Velcro strips WARNING A Safety risk The wheelchair may collapse Remember to always reinsert and fasten the safety pin when it has been removed Check that the lock shackle loop is securely locked Ov pr ta 1488727 G Setup On Azalea Minor the backrest is fitted onto the wheelchair by sliding the profiles of the backrest onto the tubes of the chair Make sure that you push the backrest down as far as possible Secure into place by tightening the knobs WARNING Risk of injury Check that the backrest is firmly secured in it s position 3 2 2 Placing the wires Wires with tension adjustable backrest OSG 5 L Place the wires and as shown on the picture above Risk of damage to the wires It is important that the cable for the assistant brake is placed on the inside of the backrest tubes 2 Place the wire for the backrest seat recline B outside of the backrest tubes 3 Place both of the wires on the inside of the backrest attachment 4 Attach the wires to the backrest tubes with the straps D i Fold the slack of the wires under the seat to get them out of the way Rea Azalea CAUTION Risk of reduced brake effect
63. ust be adjusted to operating conditions before use 11 4 Electrical system Azalea with electric tilt and backrest Voltage supply Uin 220 Voltage AC 50 Hz AC Alternating current DC 24 V DC Direct current Maximum current input lin max 2 3 Ampere battery max 1 3 Ampere Intermittent periodic 10 76 2 min ON 18 min OFF motor operation B class CLASS II equipment Applied Part complying with the specified requirements for protection against electrical shock according to IEC60601 1 Degree of protection The control unit external power supply motors and hand controls are protected according to IPx6 See label and label on each electric device for correct IP class The lowest IP classification decides the overall classification of the system IPx6 The system is protected against water projected from any direction not high pressure For full details also read the documentation from the manufacturer Download manual s from www linak com or contact your Invacare dealer 11 5 Electromagnetic compliance EMC General information Products with electronic equipment needs to be installed and used according to the EMC information in this user manual WARNING A Portable and mobile communications equipment can affect the operation of this product This product must not move unintentionally while being submitted to Electromagnetic interference If this should happen the product must im

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