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Invacare ® STORM 4 SERVICE MANUAL

1. Removing the splash guard If possible move the seat to the uppermost position Loosen and remove the two Allen screws 2 incl the washers Remove the splash guard 1 from the transmission mounting 3 Only for Storm X plore Take care of the spacers 4 Replace the splash guard according to the table see above Refitting the splash guard Refit the parts in reverse order 44 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 2 8 2 1 i 8 2 2 Electronics module Replace remote Note Replacing the remote is very easy and is not described in detail However when replacing a remote in connection with the power module please take the final selection of the drive program into account as described in chapter 8 2 7 Replacing the power module Note When replacing the power module in connection with a remote please take the final selection of the drive program into account as described in chapter 8 2 7 Different power modules in connection with different remotes can be fitted to the mobility aid The possible power modules are described in chapter 4 2 Replacement is described in the following section based on the example of a mobility aid with an optional lighting PCB and an optional actuator module CAUTION Any changes to the drive program can affect the driving characteristics and the tipping stability of the mobility aid Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare spec
2. PROBLEM OTHER HONI 8 SOLUTION Documentation SYMPTOMS CAUSE Electrical Remote shows Lighting Replace lighting See chapter 8 2 5 adjustment blinking E or actuator module actuator module motor does blink code 2 defective not react Status diode on lighting actuator module does not go out even if the remote has been switched off or disconnected Cable Safeguard cable See chapter 8 6 disconnected or connection damaged replace cable if necessary Electrical Check adjusting adjusting motor motor defective Remote Replace remote See chapter 8 2 1 defective 1 Only applies to remote SD24 2 All remotes except SD24 32 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 6 2 REM remotes Error codes and diagnostic codes The drive electronics can automatically rectify some faults In this case the status display will stop blinking Switch the remote on and off again several times Wait around 5 seconds each time before switching the remote on again If this does not rectify the fault determine the cause using the blink codes from the following table BLINK CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION DOCUMENTATION Module defective Replace defective module See chapter 8 2 2 Accessory error e g short Check accessory See chapter 8 6 circuit in adjusting motor connections check accessory Lifter too high or too low lf the lifter is raised lower it See operating manual seat not at driving
3. AS Requirements a 4 mm Allen key 13 mm socket spanner Removing the rear light Remove the rear and the centre cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 Carefully note the location of the cable and the connection locations of the various plugs Either mark each plug and socket or take a photograph with a digital camera Loosen the cable leading to the lighting PCB from the rear light affected 2 Loosen the nut 1 with a 13 mm socket spanner Lift off the plastic casing 2 89 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM me ki Open the rear light plug 3 that is to be replaced The rear lights are only clamped in the plastic casing Replace the red rear light 1 or the indicator 2 as required The cables are marked correspondingly Refitting the rear light Refit all parts in reverse order Now tighten all the screws finger tight again Check all vehicle functions 8 7 16 Replacing the rear bulb holder LED lighting unit AS Requirements eu 4 mm Allen key 13 mm socket spanner Dismantling the bulbholder Remove the rear lights as described in chapter 8 7 15 Replacing the rear bulb holder LED lighting unit Refitting the bulbholder Refit all parts in reverse order Check all vehicle functions 90 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 8 Front wheel forks 8 8 1 Replacing the wheel fork A WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to han
4. Carefully pull the motor 3 and the gearbox 1 apart Remove the component parts of the coupling If necessary replace the coupling 114 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Installing the motor gearbox coupling m n u S Place the new clutch 7 on the motor axle Pay attention to the position of the groove Position the locking ring 5 on the motor 4 or the gearbox 1 Carefully insert the motor into the gearbox Pay attention to the position of the groove in the axle of the gearbox If necessary rotate the motor and gearbox to the correct position Insert the carriage bolt through the locking ring Do not forget the spacer sleeve 2 Install the washer and the self locking nut Do not tighten the self locking nut completely as the motor orientation must be adjusted during installation Install the motor gearbox unit as described in chapter 8 11 2 8 11 3 115 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 11 6 Replacing the carbon brushes Standard motor Note Always replace all the carbon brushes on both motors WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques AS Requirements kj 5 mm Allen key 6 mm Allen key 19 mm socket spanner blade screwdriver long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Removing the carbon brushes Switch off the mobility aid Remove the drive wheels as described in chapter 8 10 1 Dis
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7. A CAUTION Fire hazard Always use an original strip fuse with the approved amperage If the main fuse has blown first rectify the cause before fitting a new one A CAUTION Fire hazard Fitting the incorrect strip fuse causes a fire hazard Only fix the strip fuses in the sequence shown in the image on the right Tighten the nuts with 3 3 or 3 5 Nm 1 Strip fuse 2 Spade terminal 3 DIN 6923 nut A Requirements 1 8 mm socket spanner Note If the fuseholder is damaged you can replace this complete with the battery cables Dismantling the main fuse Remove the battery compartment cover disconnect the battery plugs and pull the batteries out of the battery compartment as described in chapter 8 4 1 The fuseholder 1 is located on top of the batterie Open the fuseholder cover 62 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL You see the strip fuses 2 once the fuse holder 1 is open If the strip fuse has blown you must first ascertain and rectify the cause of the fault The main fuse may only be replaced once the fault has been rectified Remove the strip fuse nuts 3 with an 8 mm socket spanner Replace the strip fuse Fitting the main fuse Refit all the parts again in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 63 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 6 Checking the cable AS Requirements aaa 4 mm Allen key oblique pliers cable ties Remove the rea
8. Removing the rear light Remove the rear and the centre cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 Carefully note the location of the cable and the connection locations of the various plugs Either mark each plug and socket or take a photograph with a digital camera Loosen the cable leading to the lighting PCB from the rear light affected 2 Loosen the nut 1 with a 13 mm socket spanner Lift the plastic casing off carefully 2 86 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Remove the two plastic caps 1 Loosen the two nuts 2 with an 8 mm socket spanner Remove the nut and the washers 3 Pull off the rear light 5 to the rear and remove the two bushes 4 Refitting the rear light Refit the parts in reverse order Now tighten all the screws finger tight again Check all vehicle functions 87 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 7 14 Replacing the rear bulb holder conventional lighting unit AS Requirements a Phillips screwdriver size 2 8 mm socket spanner 13 mm socket spanner iC Dismantling the bulbholder Remove the complete rear light as described in chapter 8 7 13 Undo the two Allen screws 1 with a 4 mm socket spanner and remove the screws Replace the bulbholder 2 Refitting the bulbholder Refit the parts in reverse order Check all vehicle functions 88 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 7 15 Replacing the complete rear light LED lighting unit
9. cceee 193 10 3 3 Adjusting the seat width Modulite seat cceeeeceeesseseeceeeseeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeesseeeeeeenas 195 10 3 4 Adjusting the seat depth Modulite S at ccccceececeesssseeeeeeeseeeeeeeesseeeeeeesseeaeeeeeenas 197 10 4 Adjusting the center of gravity of the Se at ccecccceeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeseeeseeeeaseeeseneeneeeesens 198 10 4 1 Center of gravity of the seat Standard Seat 20 0 0 cece eeeee cece eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeaeeeeeeeeeeeaas 199 10 4 2 Center of gravity of the seat Modulite seat cc cceeecccessseeeeeseeeeeeseeeeeeseeeeeesaeneeeens 200 104 231 Adjustable SOCAL ssaa aaa a insane tiaiols 200 10 42 22 Simple secat incase teens bales iii a Tease ub a a 201 10 5 Adjusting TNE SCAU tit issn a A SEENE 202 10 5 1 Adjusting the seat tilt on a seat with a manual tilt module till Dec 2010 0 202 10 5 2 Adjusting the seat tilt on a seat with a manual tilt module from Dec 2010 203 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 1 1 1 1 2 Introduction General information Service and maintenance work must be carried out taking this service manual into account lt is imperative that you observe safety information Information about operation or about general maintenance and care work on the mobility aid should be taken from the operating manual You can find information about ordering spare parts in the spare parts catalogue Only use original Invacare
10. 160 8 18 Storm X plore specific Parts cccsesscsecssesscsessssssessssscsssesssssssseessssseeseseseseeaesssesoeasssseeneas 161 8 18 1 Replacing X plore trim on the SWING AIM ccceeeee cece ee eeeeee cette eeeeaeaeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaeeeeeeees 161 8 18 2 Replacing the front X plore SWING ALM cccccccceesececcessececeeseeeceaeeecseseeessaneeessaaeees 162 8 18 3 Removing the rear X plore SWING arm cseeeececeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeaaeeeesessaaeeeess 164 9 Installing accessories 166 9 1 Replacing the Sately Delt rsei a a aaa ete aaa a eeveeden tes tieeecenesle 166 9 2 Replacing seat belts Modulite seat cccccesssessseeeseeenneeeeeeeenseeeeeeeenseeeeeeoenseeeseoeenseessens 167 9 2 1 Installation on the backrest mounting bracket Simple backrest cccssesseeeeeeeees 167 9 2 2 Installation on the backrest mounting bracket adjustable Seat ccccseseeeeeeeeees 168 9 2 3 Installation on the seat frame profile adjustable seat ceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 169 9 3 FItting the StiCk Nolder sisusse N a aa aA 170 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 10 9 4 PIMING THE NEAGKCS Tassie ea aaa a a aa a aE 171 9 4 1 Fitting the headrest to the standard back sssssennnnssssssnnnnnrseessrnnnnrrressrrnrrrreessnrnnn 171 9 4 2 Fitting the headrest to the EasyAdapt back cccceecccceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesesaaeeeees 172 9 5 DARE DOCKING SANOM ersi A
11. A O Batteries cables amp battery charger Making the batteries accessible ATTENTION Injury hazard and possible material damages if batteries are handled improperly The installation of new batteries may only be carried out by authorised specialists Observe the warning information on the batteries Only use battery versions stated in the specifications ATTENTION Fire and burns hazard if battery terminal is bypassed Please take great care to ensure that the battery terminals are never short circuited with tools or mechanical mobility device parts Ensure that the battery terminal caps have been replaced if you are not working on the battery terminals ATTENTION Danger of crushing The batteries are extremely heavy This results in injury hazards to your hands Bear in mind that the batteries are sometimes very heavy Please handle the batteries with care WARNING BURN HAZARD Injury hazard due to discharged acid Always wear acid proof protective gloves when handling batteries Always wear protective goggles when handling batteries What to do if acid is discharged Always take clothing which has been soiled by or dipped in acid off immediately Rinse any areas of your skin which has come into contact with battery acid off immediately with plenty of water If contact with eyes is made Rinse the affected eye under running water for several minutes You should also consult an eye specialist immediately
12. Adjusting washers are often fitted between the drive shaft and the wheel hub to even out tolerances If these adjusting washers are removed and not replaced again collisions can be caused Always replace the adjusting washers exactly as they were before you started dismantling A Requirements l i 19 mm socket spanner Removing the drive wheel hub Loosen and remove the nut 3 with a 19 mm socket spanner Remove the washer 2 Take the wheel hub 1 off the axle 4 Take the feather key 5 off the axle Refitting the drive wheel hub Refit the drive wheel hub parts in reverse order Use a thin film of lubricant to make pushing the wheel hub onto the axle easier 105 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 11 Drive unit 8 11 1 Replacing the motor transmission unit Standard Storm A WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Before raising the vehicle secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges ATTENTION Danger of crushing The motor gearbox unit is extremely heavy Injury hazards to hands Please note the high weight AS Requirements j 5 mm Allen key 6 mm Allen key 19 mm socket spanner long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Removing the motor transmission unit Re
13. Dismantling the backrest unit Remove the backrest cushion Loosen the fixation levers 2 of the corresponding backrest tube 1 depending on the version There are two versions 2 for the manual backrest 3 for the electrically adjustable backrest Remove the backrest tube Loosen and remove the two hexagon socket head screws 4 to the sliding block 5 on the left and right side of the chair Refitting the backrest unit Replace the parts in the reverse order To conclude you should always carry out a trial run to test the vehicle functions 156 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 17 4 Adjusting the backrest width The backrest width is adjusted by performing the following tasks Adjust the backrest tube Adjust the backrest Sling backrest as described in chapter 8 15 2 Flex3 backrest as described in chapter 8 17 6 Replace the backrest cushion these are available in various widths When modifying the backrest width the seat width must also be correspondingly adapted Please see chapter 10 3 3 Ni Requirements ai 3 mm Allen key 5 mm Allen key 13 mm Open ended spanner The screw position for the backrest width refer to the table i E EE J Y V y screw postion Seatwigth ef wom comm 157 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 158 Remove the backrest cushion Loosen the straps of the sling backrest or remove the Flex3 backrest Loosen and remove bot
14. Remove the securing clip 4 Remove the spacer 3 Carefully remove the bolts 1 which connect the shock absorber 2 to the swing arm 5 Loosen the four Allen screws 6 with a 6 mm Allen key and a 13 socket spanner Remove the screws together with the washers Pull the motor transmission unit 8 out of the mounting 7 in a forward direction In doing so please observe the high weight of the unit 111 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 112 Refitting the motor transmission unit Replace the defective parts Check the serial number of the gearbox housing Up to the serial number 20110400xx the gearbox housing is 44 5 mm wide The compensation sheet see right must be installed Up to the serial number 20110400xx the gearbox housing is 49 5 mm wide The compensation sheet is not necessary Refit the motor transmission unit in reverse order Use the scale to align the motor to the centre axis 1 Left motor 185 Right motor a Make sure that the motor cable cannot be pinched or bent and that it is not exposed to chafing in any place To conclude you should always carry out a trial run to test the vehicle functions Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 11 4 Replacing or rotating the motor gearbox unit sealing ring SSD motor A CAUTION Danger of crushing The motor gearbox unit is very heavy Danger of injury to the hands Pay attention to the heavy weight VA Requirements
15. SERVICE MANUAL Refitting the front wheel carrier Refit the parts in reverse order Use Loctite locking varnish to secure the Allen screw 2 Tighten the Allen screw 2 to 25 Nm Tighten the Allen screw 5 to 200 180 Nm To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 8 9 2 Replacing the front wheel carrier only Storm X plore WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Before raising the vehicle secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges A Requirements ea 4 mm Allen key 5 mm Allen key 6 mm Allen key 17 mm Allen key blade screwdriver 25 Nm torque wrench 200 Nm torque wrench long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Dismantling the front wheel carrier Jack up the mobility aid using several wooden blocks Use proper lifting techniques Remove the securing clip 3 Remove the spacer 2 97 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 98 Carefully remove the bolts 5 which connect the shock absorber 4 to the swing arm 1 Undo and remove the two Allen screws 8 with a 6 mm Allen key Take care with the washers while doing so Use a screwdriver to remove the plastic cap 3 Remove the swing arm 1 Undo and remove the Allen screw 4 with a 5 mm Allen key Remove the
16. and 3 buttons on the speed selection and hold them down for 3 seconds to confirm the selection The system will switch itself off and restart automatically In the process the selected profile is saved in the remote and in the power module Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 2 7 2 Profile selection with remote REM 550 Insert the plug into the remote or into the power module respectively Switch the remote on The display 2 shows that you need to select a profile Use the bottom rocker switch 3 to select where the required controller profile is saved remote Il power module The display shows which profile you have selected Press the Horn 4 and 1 buttons on the speed selection and hold them down for 3 seconds to confirm the selection The system will switch itself off and restart automatically In the process the selected profile is saved in the remote and in the power module 55 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 3 56 Updating the driving program The driving programs for electric wheelchairs are continually updated and improved by Invacare For this reason you should check whether the version number is still up to date each time a wheelchair comes in for repairs and also during regular inspections If a newer version is available the driving program must be updated The procedure for updating the driving program is described in the user manual of the Wizard s
17. bracket from the rubber mounting Loosen both Phillips head screws 2 to remove the headlight from the bracket Replace the headlight Installing headlights Assemble all parts again in reverse order Install the cables carefully and secure them with the cable clamps and cable ties When doing SO pay attention to chapter 8 6 1 Tighten the screws hand tight Check all vehicle functions Perform an approximate adjustment of the headlight using the ratchet plate as a guide The final adjustment can be performed by the user according to the instructions found in the User Guide 19 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 7 5 Replacing the complete front headlight LED lighting unit AS Requirements m 8 mm spanner 4 mm Allen key Diagonal pliers Cable ties Removing the front headlight Remove the rear and centre cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 Carefully note the location of the cable and the connection locations of the various plugs Either mark each plug and socket or take a photograph with a digital camera Loosen the cable leading to the lighting PCB from the front headlight affected 2 Open the cable clamps 1 remove all cable ties and pull the cable out of the mobility aid Loosen the Allen screw 1 using a 3 mm Allen key and remove the headlight from the mounting Replace the headlight unit 76 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Refitting the front headlight Refit the par
18. spare parts The guarantee will become invalid if other spare parts are used We reserve the right to make any alterations on the grounds of technical improvements The mobility aid may only be maintained and overhauled by qualified personnel The minimum requirement for service technicians is suitable training such as in the cycle or orthopaedic mechanics fields or sufficiently long term job experience Experience in the use of electrical measuring equipment multimeters is also a requirement Special Invacare training is recommended Alterations to the mobility aid which occur as a result of incorrectly or improperly executed maintenance or overhaul work lead to the exclusion of all liability on the side of INVACARE If you have any problems or questions please contact Invacare Service Notes on transport If the mobility aid has to be shipped back to the manufacturer for major repairs you should always use the original packaging for transport Please attach a precise description of the fault Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 1 3 bP BP D D Definition and representation of information and safety information in this manual Different types of information and signal words are used throughout this manual HAZARD The signal word HAZARD refers to immediate hazards The following lines in italics refer to actions which serve to avoid such hazards WARNING The signal word WARNING refers to possibly o
19. Injury hazards to hands Please note the high weight AS Requirements ii 6 mm Allen key 13 mm socket spanner long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Removing the motor transmission unit Remove the rear and the centre battery compartment cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 und 8 1 2 Pull the motor plug out of the power module Open the cable clamps and expose the motor cable Remove the drive wheel as described in chapter 8 10 1 Remove the wheel hub as described in chapter 8 10 3 Remove the splash guard as described in chapter 8 1 6 108 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Loosen the four Allen screws 1 with a6 mm Allen key and a 13 mm socket spanner Remove the screws together with the washers Pull the motor transmission unit 3 out of the mounting 2 in a forward direction In doing so please observe the high weight of the unit Refitting the motor transmission unit Replace the defective parts Check the serial number of the gearbox housing Up to the serial number 20110400xx the gearbox housing is 44 5 mm wide The compensation sheet see right must be installed Up to the serial number 20110400xx the gearbox housing is 49 5 mm wide The compensation sheet is not necessary Refit the motor transmission unit in reverse order Use the scale to align the motor to the centre axis 1 Left motor 185 Right motor sy Make sure that the motor cable cannot be pinched or bent and that it
20. Replacing seat belts Modulite seat 9 2 1 Installation on the backrest mounting bracket simple backrest YA Requirements 13 mm Socket spanner 5 mm Allen key The seat belts are attached via the drill hole 1 at the top right The installation of seat belts is described in chapter 9 1 167 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 9 2 2 Installation on the backrest mounting bracket adjustable seat VA Requirements ki 5 mm Allen ke Loosen the screw 1 with a 5 mm Allen key Remove the screw 1 the corresponding washer 2 and the seat belt and belt winder 3 from the backrest mounting bracket 4 Replace the safety belt Refit the parts in the reverse order 168 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 9 2 3 Installation on the seat frame profile adjustable seat VA Requirements id 5 mm Allen ke Loosen the screw 1 with a5 mm Allen key Remove the screw 1 the washer 2 the seat belt the sliding bushing 3 and the sliding block 4 from the seat frame profile 5 Replace the safety belt Refit the parts in the reverse order 169 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 170 F 1 A T Fitting the stick holder Requirements 5 mm Allen key Phillips screwdriver size 2 Insert the Phillips screw 2 through the borehole of the loop 3 Attach the Phillips screw and the loop to the borehole 1 of the handlebar and tighten the Phillips screw with a Phillips screwdri
21. Use proper lifting techniques Loosen and remove the two Allen screws 3 with a 6 mm Allen key Tilt the seat to the desired gradient Place the two parts of the strut on top of each other Refit the Allen screws and tighten them To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 202 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 10 5 2 Adjusting the seat tilt on a seat with a manual tilt module from Dec 2010 WARNING Danger of crushing The seat and frame are very heavy and can fall down without warning if the seat tilt adjustment assembly is screwed apart too far Danger of injury to hands and feet Only change the adjustments when someone is seated in the chair Only change the tilt adjustment to where the distance between the axles is a maximum of 300 mm AS Requirements 19 mm open end wrench Measuring tape Apply the open end wrench to the hexagon bolt 1 of the tilt adjustment Turn the tilt adjustment till the desired angle is attained or the distance between the bolts is a maximum of 300 mm 203
22. Use proper lifting techniques Rotate the wheel forks 5 upwards Let go of the wheel forks so that they can swing downwards again Adjust the nut 3 with a 19mm socket spanner so that the wheel forks are not too loose but can still rotate freely The wheel forks should oscillate to the opposite side a maximum of once and then come to rest facing downwards Place the mobility aid on all four wheels again Test the mobility aid s manoeuvrability Repeat the adjustment steps if necessary until the castors are correctly adjusted Refit the cap 2 93 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 8 3 Changing a front wheel A 94 WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Before raising the vehicle secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges Requirements 24 mm socket spanner 24 mm spanner blade screwdriver long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Medium strength thread locking fluid e g Loctite 243 Hot air gun Removing the wheel Jack up the mobility aid using several wooden blocks Use proper lifting techniques Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the plastic cap 5 Heat the nut 4 using a hot air gun to soften the thread locking adhesive Alternatively you can also counter the
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24. actuator Replace the tilt actuator Refitting the tilt module Refit the parts later in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 131 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 14 2 Seat column lifter column Overview of the column types Following column types can be installed Seat column Lifter column type A Lifter column type B electrically adjustable electrically adjustable 274 mir 8 14 2 1 Replacing the seat column WARNING Danger of crushing The seat is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Save the vehicle laid on its side against overturning AS Requirements l 4 mm Allen key T40 torx wrench Oblique pliers Cable ties 132 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Dismantling the lifting column Remove the rear battery compartment cover as described in chapter 8 1 1 Remove the centre battery compartment cover as described in chapter 8 1 2 Remove the front battery compartment cover as described in chapter 8 1 3 Remove the seat as described in chapter 8 14 1 1 or 8 14 1 3 respectively Place the mobility aid on its side and safeguard it against overturning Use prope
25. afterwards Requirements No tools are required Note When disassembling take care of small parts such as screws and washers Put all small parts down so that they can be reassembled in the right sequence 57 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 58 Remove the rear panel as described in chapter 8 1 1 Pull back the spring lock 1 next to the power module Raise the power module together with the mounting and remove the mounting from the battery cap flap Place the power module and the mounting on the upper side of the battery compartment or on the actuator module that may possibly exist Press the two lock out bars 3 inward and open the battery flap Pull on the strap 3 to move the batteries 1 and the battery support 2 forward see below en aea Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 4 2 A if Replacing batteries ATTENTION Injury hazard and possible material damages if batteries are handled improperly The installation of new batteries may only be carried out by authorised specialists Observe the warning information on the batteries Only use battery versions stated in the specifications ATTENTION Fire and burns hazard if battery terminal is bypassed Please take great care to ensure that the battery terminals are never short circuited with tools or mechanical mobility device parts Ensure that the battery terminal caps have been replaced if you are not working on the
26. battery terminals ATTENTION Danger of crushing The batteries are extremely heavy This results in injury hazards to your hands Bear in mind that the batteries are sometimes very heavy Please handle the batteries with care WARNING BURN HAZARD Injury hazard due to discharged acid Always wear acid proof protective gloves when handling batteries Always wear protective goggles when handling batteries What to do if acid is discharged Always take clothing which has been soiled by or dipped in acid off immediately Rinse any areas of your skin which has come into contact with battery acid off immediately with plenty of water If contact with eyes is made Rinse the affected eye under running water for several minutes You should also consult an eye specialist immediately afterwards Requirements 11 mm socket spanner Removing the batteries Make the batteries accessible as described in chapter 8 4 1 59 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM Remove the pole caps 1 on the accessible battery 3 Remove the pole screws located under the pole caps using an 11 mm socket spanner Remove the connecting cable 4 and the fuse cable 2 Lift the battery from the battery carrier Pull on the strap of the second battery to move it forward Dismantle the cables on the second battery as well Lift the second battery from the battery carrier Refitting the batteries Refit the batteries in reverse order Ensu
27. centered 142 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Screw both of the threaded pins 5 into the threaded holes 3 with a 4 mm Allen key Secure the threaded pins additionally with the counter nuts 4 Tighten the counter nuts hand tight with a 13 mm open end wrench Screw the four Phillips screws 9 into the drill holes provided for this purpose on the backs of the tubes The screws serve as limiters and prevent the backrest from sliding down too far Remove the marking from the middle tube 143 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 16 Back unit with ergonomic length adjustment 8 16 1 Adjusting the width Note GD Please also observe preceding chapter 10 3 1 on adjusting the seat width By default the seat can be adjusted in width between 38 and 53 cm aie ae Remove the back cushion Loosen the three Allen screws 1 but do not remove them completely Move the plate 2 until the desired width in centimetres can be read off the scale 3 Tighten the three Allen screws Repeat this work step on the other back plate Fit a back cushion in the appropriate width 144 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 16 2 Replacing the planetary gear AS Requirements k 4 mm Allen key 5 mm Allen key 13 mm jaw spanner Size 2 Phillips recessed head spanner Snap ring pliers Dismantling the planetary gear Loosen and remove the four Allen screws on the plastic cover 1 using a 4 mm Allen key Rem
28. fF Te B i T Fitting the DAHL Docking Station Lay the mobility device on its side and secure it against tipping over Use proper lifting techniques Undo and remove the five bolts 1 including the washers on the underside of the chassis Calculate the required screw length in accordance with the above formula Select five M8 Allen key countersunk screws in accordance with DIN 7991 to suit the calculated length Fit the spacers 4 and the safety plate 3 over the drillholes Fit the Allen screws 2 with a high strength screw blocker system such as Loctite 270 Fit the remaining parts in the reverse order 175 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 9 6 Curb climber 9 6 1 Fitting the curb climber AS Requirements 8 mm Allen key Dismantle the legrests Arrange the curb climber mounting 7 on the front side of the chassis 1 Fit the two Allen screws 6 incl the washers and tighten the screws with an 8 mm Allen key Refit the legrests 9 6 2 Replacing the positioning shoe i a ma od 7 T a L 8 p ee fe Mi ka L C Sri s T m a K OF ee T r a ell aa Dismantle the legrests Pull the positioning shoe 2 off the curb climber 1 in a forward direction Slide a new positioning shoe onto the curb climber Refit the legrests 176 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 9 6 3 Replacing the curb climber AS Requirements ki 5 mm Allen key 13 mm socket sp
29. form one unit Pull them from the axle together 3 Replace the motor gear unit Refitting the planetary gear Refit the parts in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 147 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 16 4 Replacing the microswitch AS Requirements ian 4 mm Allen key Size 2 Phillips recessed head spanner Dismantling the microswitch Loosen and remove the four Allen screws on the backrest plastic cover using a 4 mm Allen key Remove the plastic cover Pull the plugs 2 out of the microswitch 1 Loosen and remove the two Phillips screws 3 Replace the microswitch Refitting the planetary gear Refit the parts in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 148 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 16 5 Fitting back plates to the base support of the back with ergonomic length adjustment War Loosen the three Allen screws 1 but do not remove them completely Move the back plate 2 so that the large boreholes 3 are above the lower screw holes of the centre back plate Tighten the three Allen screws slightly Repeat this on the second back plate Move the back of the seat to the rearmost position Slide the two lower slot nuts 4 in the left hand and right hand groove right down to the bottom Push the upper ones so far to the top that the distances of the slot nuts coincide with the distances of the screw holes Place
30. hexagon socket head screws 2 together with the washers Replace the splash guard 1 Installing a splash guard Assemble the parts in reverse order Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 1 6 Replacing the splash guard AS Requirements a 5 mm Allen ke Note GD Different splash guards have to be fitted depending on the depth of the seat the width of the seat and the seat support plates used Use the following table to determine which splash guards have to be used and whether the splashguards possibly have to be replaced Seat Seat Splash guard Splash guard Splash guard Splash guard Seat long RH long LH short RH short RH depth width Order no Order no Order no Order no in cm in cm SP1530557 SP1530558 SP1530559 SP1530560 support SHORT D 43 W 38 Order no 1526437 D 43 W 43 pe D 43 D 43 D 41 D 41 D 41 D 41 D 38 D 38 D 38 D 38 D 48 D 48 D 48 D 48 D 46 D 46 D 46 D 46 D 43 D 43 D 43 D 43 O P Oo P MEDIUM O PO Oo P Oo P oO Oo P O P P oO LF Oo P O P oO Order no 1526438 43 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM Seat Seat Splash guard Splash guard Splash guard Splash guard Seat depth width long RH long LH short RH short RH support incm acn Order no Order no Order no Order no SP1530557 SP1530558 SP1530559 SP1530560 e wej Po e o j 7 Pi r Pi F j Pali E if 1 Al o_o j f a os a A i Ls tc i iaa
31. is not exposed to chafing in any place To conclude you should always carry out a trial run to test the vehicle functions 109 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 11 3 A 110 Replacing the motor transmission unit Storm X plore WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Before raising the vehicle secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges ATTENTION Danger of crushing The motor gearbox unit is extremely heavy Injury hazards to hands Please note the high weight Requirements 5 mm Allen key 6 mm Allen key 13 mm socket spanner 19 mm socket spanner long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Removing the motor transmission unit Remove the rear and the centre battery compartment cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 und 8 1 2 Pull the motor plug out of the power module Open the cable clamps and expose the motor cable Remove the drive wheel as described in chapter 8 10 1 Remove the wheel hub as described in chapter 8 10 3 Remove the splash guard as described in chapter 8 1 6 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL fg i i e T nA yiia a a r J g e CE in Bp Lo g PiE F hs ig eh oa ag a Li i my iat ae k k Fa i 1 AY pae MUET a ii y l fe al 4 F
32. length adjUStMent cccscseesseeseesseenseeeeenseeseenseeseeeseeesoenseeees 144 DOA HAGIUSTHIAG TNS WIG tess iia a E R a a a R 144 61602 Replacing the Dianelary ged eneon ie elena elves 145 8 16 33 Replacing the Servo MOlOl iania a a E a ta 147 3 16 4 Replacing the MICFOSWICN eiei a ence E A 148 8 16 5 Fitting back plates to the base support of the back with ergonomic length ACLISUIMIGMIE setae ets iit la tee ees ee ial Al Tal Ca hla eee clas 149 8 16 6 Fino the NanGle Dal udiera a a sens 150 8 16 7 Replacing the travelling armrest scieiesicctd nous ceasicsnd onesienaists Sesucat sdegaich pence udeaaveswenbs icesnced tance 151 8 16 8 Replacing the arm support on the travelling ArMIreSt ccccccseceeeeeeeseeeeeseeeeeeaeeees 152 8 16 9 Retrofitting a travelling APMIeSt cc eececcecssesseceeeesaseeeesseauseeeesseasseeeesseaseeeeensanseeees 153 Bil Back Wait MOGUING iiie o a aaa aaa anain 154 8 17 1 Replacing the standard backrest nnn0nnnnnnnnnnnertnnrnnrnosrtnrttrrerssrrnrtrrerssrnnrrrreeesnen nn 154 8 17 2 Replacing the backrest mounting bracket sssssessnsssesssrnnrrrseesrrnnrrnrressnrnntnrerssnnn nn 155 8 17 3 Replacing the backrest mounting bracket for SB 53 ssnssssssnssnnrsesrnnrrnsrnrrresrnrrrenn 156 8 17 Adjusting the backrest Width siasii a a l etl ots 157 6 17 3 Replacing the backrest actuator menitan E E 159 8517 6 Adjusting the FICX3 DackroSt anieri a bind n inane etal
33. motor plug contacts 3 and measure the resistance between the contacts If there is a defect replace the motor and send it to Invacare Service for inspection or repair 36 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Note A resistance of between 40 and 80 ohms indicates an intact brake A resistance of 0 ohms or a very high resistance mega ohms or infinity indicates a short circuit a bad connection or a defective brake i 3 38 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 Repair work AN CAUTION Danger of injury and damage to property if the maximum speed reduction on a wheelchair with a lifter does not function correctly The wheelchair s control unit must reduce the maximum possible speed as soon as the lifter is raised Test the maximum speed reduction for correct function after any maintenance work or modifications to the wheelchair 8 1 Covers 8 1 1 Opening the rear cover panel Refitting the front cover panel Loosen and remove the two knurled thumb screws 1 on the left and right side of the rear casing Carefully raise the rear cover The front part of the cover is held at the top by means of a Velcro strip You must also release this Refitting the rear cover panel Refit the parts in reverse order Tighten the knurled thumb screws hand tight Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 1 2 Opening the centre panel AS Requirements iai 4 mm Allen ke Dismantling the centre pane
34. of charging device faults SYMPTOM No LEDs illuminating on battery charger Batteries do not charge 34 POSSIBLE CAUSE Charging device not connected to mains supply No mains supply Defective mains supply cable Battery charger not connected to mobility aid Invacare STORM SOLUTION Ensure that the battery charger has been plugged in Check the mains supply with a voltmeter Check the mains supply cable Replace damaged cables or send the battery charger to Invacare Service for repair LEDs are burnt out Send the battery charger to Invacare Service for repair An internal fuse might be burnt Send the battery charger to out Invacare Service for repair Fuse on mobility aid has burnt Check mobility aid fuses out See chapter 8 5 Ensure that the battery charger has been connected to the mobility aid No mains supply Check the mains supply with a voltmeter Defective mains supply cable Battery charger could be defective Battery voltage is too low to operate mobility aid Check the mains supply cable Replace damaged cables or send the battery charger to Invacare Service for repair Use a battery charger which you know is working properly to charge the batteries Send the defective battery charger to Invacare Service for repair Replace the batteries See chapter 8 4 2 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 7 Test procedures 7 1 Testing the motor
35. seat cushion Remove any existing cable ties holding the cables on the remote or lighting Remove the cables from the stuck on clamps Loosen the cap nuts of the headlight mountings using an 8 mm jaw spanner see chapter 8 7 7 or 8 7 9 Put the headlight and the mounting in a safe place on the rear part of the battery compartment cover Remove the connecting cable to the chassis from the remote or from the optional actuator module Remove the cable or cables so that there is no longer any cable connection between the seat and the chassis Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Remove the pin retainer 3 Remove the pin 2 Fold back the entire seat Keep a firm hold on the seat and the seat support whilst loosening and removing the four torx screws 1 Lift the seat and the seat support from the vertical column Refitting the seat carrier Refit the parts in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 8 14 1 2 Replacing the seat frame with a manual tilt module from Dec 2010 CAUTION Danger of crushing A The seat seat support are very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques 1A Requirements all T40 torx wrench oblique pliers cable ties Dismantling the seat support Remove the legresis Remove the armrests Remove the seat cushion Remove any existing cable ties holding the cables on the remote or lighting Remove the cables from the stuck on cl
36. taken in order to guarantee optimum contact to the collector Make a marking on the motor and the carbon brushes in order to guarantee correct refitting Remove the carbon brushes completely from the mounting 2 Check the carbon brush and spring for the level of wear broken components or discolouration Refitting the carbon brushes Depending on the condition of the brush and the spring either replace the brushes in exactly the same position from which they were taken or fit new brushes Refit the plastic caps and tighten them firmly Turn the motor round in position so that the engaging lever can be set both to the Push and the Travel position Now retighten the bolt 5 fingertight Refit the drive wheels as described in chapter 8 10 1 Note The following procedure is necessary to run the carbon brushes in after replacement and thus guarantee maximum performance WARNING Risk of accidents Hazards to workers surroundings and mobility device Do not leave the mobility device unattended during the following procedure Secure the area Lift the wheelchair on one side and place a 14 cm high wooden block underneath it so that the drive wheel is off the ground and can rotate freely Use proper lifting techniques Also repeat this on the other side of the mobility aid Allow the motors to run for an hour in forward direction Allow the motors to cool down for 30 minutes Allow the motors to run for an hour in rev
37. the vehicle secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges AS Requirements LP d i 4 mm Allen key 6 mm Allen key Long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Dismantling the swing arm Lift the mobility device onto several wooden blocks Use proper lifting techniques Remove the securing clip 3 Remove the spacer 2 Carefully remove the bolts 5 which connect the shock absorber 4 to the swing arm 1 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Undo the two Allen screws 3 with a 6 mm Allen key Remove the Allen screws 3 together with the washers Remove the swing arm 1 out of the front wheel link fork 2 Remove the trim as described in chapter 8 18 1 if necessary Refitting the swing arm Replace the parts in the reverse order To conclude you should always carry out a trial run to test the vehicle functions 163 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 18 3 Removing the rear X plore swing arm A WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Before raising the vehicle secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges AS Requirements 5 mm Allen key 6 mm Allen key open ended spanner 13 mm Long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Dismantling the swing arm Remove t
38. washer 5 Remove the sliding bearing 6 Remove the front wheel cradle 2 and replace it When doing so take care with the sliding bearing 7 Fitting the front wheel cradle Replace the parts in the reverse order Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 10 Drive wheels 8 10 1 Replacing the drive wheel A WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Before raising the vehicle secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges Note GD In most cases the drive wheel is fixed to the wheel hub by means of five Allen screws Only Trelleborg tyres are fixed by means of four Allen screws AS Requirements a 6 mm Allen key Long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Removing the drive wheel Lift the wheelchair on one side and place a 14 cm high wooden block underneath it so that the drive wheel is off the ground and can rotate freely Use proper lifting techniques Loosen the four or five 6 mm Allen screws 1 Take the wheel 2 off the wheel hub Refitting the drive wheel NOTE GD Please ensure that the wheel is re fitted on the same side and in the same running direction as removed Refit the wheel in reverse order 99 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 10 2 Replacing a tyre or inn
39. wheel Release the inner 3 and outer rim ring 6 from the tyre 1 Remove the inner tube 5 from the tyre Replace defective or worn parts or repair the parts Refitting the tyres Refit the inner tube in the tyre NOTE GD If the old inner tube is to be repaired and used again and has become wet during repair installation can be facilitated by applying some talcum powder to the inner tube Refit rim rings 3 and 6 to the tyre Please ensure that the boreholes and thread for the screws are exactly above each other Fill some air into the inner tube Refit the five Allen screws on the inner side of the wheel and tighten them Check the exact fit of the tyre on the rim Inflate the tyre to the prescribed air pressure Re check the exact fit of the tyre on the rim Screw the valve cap back on Refit the wheel 101 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 10 2 2 Replacing puncture protected tyres i Note Pneumatic tyres have black valve caps Puncture protected tyres have red valve caps 4 Requirements al 6 mm Allen key Two long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Tyre pump or compressor Talcum powder Removing the tyres Remove the wheel as described in chapter 8 10 1 ATTENTION Explosion hazard If the wheelchair is fitted with pneumatic tyres the wheel can explode if the air is not released from the tyre before removing the wheel Always release the air from the wheel before
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41. 71 8 7 1 Replacing the front bulb conventional lighting unit cccccecessseeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeseaeeeees 71 8 7 2 Replacing the front LED LED lighting unit ee ceecssesseeeeeeeesseeeeesseaeeeeessaaaeeees 71 8 7 3 Replacing the complete front headlight conventional lighting unit until 03 2012 72 8 7 4 Replacing headlamps completely conventional lighting system starting 03 2012 74 8 7 5 Replacing the complete front headlight LED lighting unit eeeceeesseeeeeeeeeeeeees 76 8 7 6 Replacing headlamps completely LED lighting system starting 03 2012 78 8 7 7 Replacing the front bulb holder conventional lighting unit until 03 201 2 0 80 8 7 8 Replacing headlamp brackets conventional lighting system starting 03 2012 81 8 7 9 Replacing the front bulb holder LED lighting unit until 03 2012 ee eeeeeeeeeeees 82 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 8 8 9 8 10 8 11 8 12 8 13 8 14 8 7 10 Replacing headlamp brackets LED lighting system starting 03 2012 ee 83 8 7 11 Replacing the headlamp holder on the seat profile Modulite Seat ccccseeeeeees 84 8 7 12 Replacing the rear bulb conventional lighting unit ce eeceeesssseeeeeeeseeeeeeeeneeeeeees 85 8 7 13 Replacing the complete rear light conventional lighting Unit ce eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 86 8 7 14 Replacing the rear
42. AS Requirements a digital multimeter with resistance measurement Remove the rear panel as described in chapter 8 1 1 Pull the motor plug 1 out of the power module k FF ff e 3 r a i a na i Creat e Pr j LS eal Connect the digital multimeter to the motor plug contacts 3 and measure the resistance between the contacts Note A resistance of between 0 5 and 5 ohms indicates a motor ready for operation A resistance of between 15 ohms and infinity indicates a defective motor High resistances are normally caused by bad connections or worn carbon brushes 35 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 7 2 Testing the electro mechanical parking brake CAUTION Material damage can be caused to the electronics module due to short circuits in the electro mechanical brake NEVER connect an electro mechanical brake to an intact electronics module with a short circuit Note GP This test should only be carried out on mobility aids with conventional motor transmission units Always replace short circuited brakes immediately Note Q A defective motor can damage the power module but a defective power module cannot camage the motor AS Requirements id Phillips screwdriver size 2 digital multimeter with resistance measurement Remove the rear cover as described in chapter 8 1 1 Pull the motor plug 1 out of the power module Connect the digital multimeter to the adjacent central
43. E E E E 174 9 6 CUrD CIMDE T aeaa a a ttre ct ante Mire 176 SeT Finna ING CUrD CIIMDEl serrnemra iena SaO 176 9 6 2 Replacing the positioning Shoe ait cicienria kal ciralsbeviiangsimnccielaunindataatredstawiinuyniandadanileats 176 96 3 Replacing iNe Curo CIME aiiu E rcae elec eons 177 9 7 Luggage Carrer csaa E luceescenstedcuscsapececuleetuussiweesaeieaceesiaeest 178 9 8 PATIUIPTIP POU S coso aa a a aaae aa 180 901 nstalng AUT CTS ser a a 180 9 9 2 Installing the locking DIN enrii a r a S 181 9 9 F rther ACCCSSONMES soiin aeaa a aaa Aan Ea a a a A a E 181 Adjusting the seating position 182 10 1 Adjusting the seat height a a E E R 183 10 1 1 Adjusting the seat height with a seat column installed ccccceeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 183 10 1 2 Adjusting the seat height on a type A electrical lifter column with an adapter 185 10 1 3 Adjusting the seat height on a type B electrical lifter column with an adapter 187 10 2 Adj st ng the lower leg leoth cincia a a a 189 10 3 963l SUPPO lss a aa E aa ES 190 10 3 1 Adjusting the seat width Standard Seat ccccccsececeeeceeseeeeeeseeeeeeeeesseeeeeeeesseeeeeeeeeas 190 10 3 2 Adjusting the seat depth standard Seat ee eceeeeeenttttteeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaas 191 10 3 2 1 Adjusting the seat depth without replacing the seat support plates 05 193 10 3 2 2 Adjusting the seat depth and replacing the seat support plates
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45. RVICE MANUAL 8 15 4 Replacing adjusting the universal backrest frame for the EasyAdapt backrest Vil Requirements Measuring tape Adhesive tape 13 mm open end wrench 4 mm Allen key 5 mm Allen key Phillips screwdriver size 2 Uninstalling the universal backrest frame Remove the backrest cushion Loosen and remove the four Allen screws 1 with a 5 mm Allen key Remove the universal backrest frame 2 from the EasyAdapt backrest 141 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM Installing and adjusting the universal backrest frame A CAUTION The upholstery may get damaged When adjusting the backrest frame make sure the upholstery cannot collide with other components Position both of the protective caps 8 in the lower ends of the lateral tubes 1 Mark the center of the middle tube 2 with a piece of adhesive tape Insert the middle tube into the upper ends of the lateral tubes Position the lateral tubes of the EasyAdapt backrest so that the four Allen screws 7 can be screwed into the slot nuts 6 through the oblong holes Tighten the Allen screws just tight enough that the lateral tubes can slide and be adjusted without difficulty Adjust the distance between the lateral tubes to the desired value using the measuring tape Make sure both lateral tubes are at an equal distance to the center of the seat Tighten the four Allen screws 7 using a 5 mm Allen key Adjust the middle tube 2 so it is well
46. a 10 mm socket wrench Uninstalling the sealing ring Uninstall the motor gearbox unit as described in chapter 8 11 2 8 11 3 Use the 10 mm socket wrench to loosen and remove the self securing nuts 4 including the washers Remove the carriage bolt which secures the sealing ring 2 Carefully bend the sealing ring apart and remove it Installing the sealing ring Install the sealing ring so that the square hole for the carriage bolt is on the inside of the wheelchair Insert the carriage bolt through the sealing ring Install the washer and the self locking nut Do not tighten the self locking nut completely as the motor orientation must be adjusted during installation 113 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 11 5 Replacing the motor gearbox coupling SSD motor A CAUTION Danger of crushing The motor gearbox unit is very heavy Danger of injury to the hands Pay attention to the heavy weight VA Requirements a 10 mm socket wrench Uninstalling the motor gearbox coupling Uninstall the motor gearbox unit as described in chapter 8 11 2 8 11 3 Use the 10 mm socket wrench to loosen and remove the self securing nut 4 Remove the carriage bolt which secures the sealing ring 2 Carefully bend the sealing ring apart and remove it A WARNING Danger of damage to the wheelchair if the coupling is not serviced correctly Be careful not to damage the coupling mechanism during maintenance work
47. adjusting motors actuators or motors you should first ensure that you know exactly which joystick box has been fitted Please refer to the following table for an overview pre oem oe REM 24 SD Can be connected to power module ACS 2 PMA9QOL Can be connected to power module ACS 2 PMA9QOL Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL rene omni oe Can be connected to power module ACS 2 PMASOL REM 550 Can be connected to power module ACS 2 PMAQOL 23 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 5 Service plan 1x annually AN CAUTION Danger of injury and damage to property if the maximum speed reduction on a wheelchair with a lifter does not function correctly The wheelchair s control unit must reduce the maximum possible speed as soon as the lifter is raised Test the maximum speed reduction for correct function after any maintenance work or modifications to the wheelchair Component Check Remedy Notes wD Safety belt Damage to safety belt Replace belt if See chapter 9 1 damaged Belt lock function Replace belt if See chapter 9 1 damaged Damage to armrests Replace covering if damaged Armrest fixings Tighten screws Side panels Damage to side panels Replace side panels fj damaged Seat angle Tight fit of the pin Replace pin retainers adjustment retainers if necessary Lifter manual Check screws Tighten screws or electric Power backrest Damage to backrest Replace parts if if fitted Seams damag
48. amps Loosen the cap nuts of the headlight mountings using an 8 mm jaw spanner see chapter 8 7 7 or 8 7 9 Put the headlight and the mounting in a safe place on the rear part of the battery compartment cover Remove the connecting cable to the chassis from the remote or form the optional actuator module Remove the cable or cables so that there is no longer any cable connection between the seat and the chassis 127 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM Remove the pin retainer 5 Remove the bolt 2 and swing the tilt adjustment assembly 3 forward If you loosen the lower bolts also for example to replace the tilt adjustment pay attention to the two distance washers 4 Fold back the entire seat Keep a firm hold on the seat and the seat support whilst loosening and removing the four torx screws 1 Lift the seat and the seat support from the vertical column Refitting the seat carrier Refit the parts in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 128 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 14 1 3 Replacing the seat support with electric tilt module A CAUTION Danger of crushing The seat seat support are very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques AS Requirements ER T40 torx wrench oblique pliers cable ties Dismantling the seat support Remove the legrests Remove the armrests Remove the seat cushion Remove any existing cable ties h
49. anner Dismantle the legrests Insert the curb climber 3 in the mounting 5 Fit the two Allen screws 1 with two washers Fit two nuts 2 with washers from the other side Tighten the Allen screws and nuts using a 5 mm Allen key and a 13 mm socket spanner If necessary fit the positioning shoe 4 to the curb climber as described in chapter 9 6 2 Refit the legrests 177 SERVICE MANUAL 9 7 Luggage carrier Requirements Invacare STORM 178 F V 5 mm Allen wrench 10 mm open ended wrench 6 2 a Check whether there are drill holes for the screws 4 on the covers of the spring supports 6 If no drill holes are present Loosen and remove both of the covers of the spring supports 6 as described in chapter 8 1 4 Drill holes in the covers or replace the covers with covers which have pre drilled holes available as spare parts Insert the spacer rings 7 Install the fixation bracket 5 Open the clamping levers 3 of the luggage carrier fixation bracket Push the brackets onto the luggage carrier 1 Install the luggage carrier with the brackets When tightening the screws make sure that the luggage carrier is correctly centered Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Close both of the clamping levers Make sure that the luggage carrier does not collide with the backrest or seat when adjusting the backrest angle or seat tilt to any setting If collisions can occur Open
50. ar Lifter pillar can be damaged if screws are too long The screws used may protrude by a maximum of 8 5 mm from the adapters Only use the screws supplied Check the screw length precisely if you do use other screws Apply a medium strength screw blocker system to the four Allen screws 2 Insert the four Allen screws 2 and tighten them to a torque of 25 Nm Refit the other parts in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 186 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 10 1 3 Adjusting the seat height on a type B electrical lifter column with an adapter WARNING Danger of crushing The seat is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques WARNING Danger of crushing Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive AS Requirements ii 4 mm Allen key 5 mm Allen key T40 torx wrench Oblique pliers Cable ties Torque wrench 5 30 Nm or similar Medium strength thread locking fluid e g Loctite 243 Adjusting the seat height manually with an adapter Remove the seat as described in chapter 8 14 1 1 or 8 14 1 3 187 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 188 CAUTION Damage to the lifter column possible Using incorrect screws or inserting and tightening the screws incorrectly will damage the lifter column The lifter column is supplied with self tapping scre
51. axle 2 using a 24 mm wrench Loosen and remove the nut with a 24 mm socket spanner Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Remove the washer 3 Take the wheel 1 off the axle 2 Refitting the wheel Refit the parts in reverse order Pay attention to the correct direction of rotation when re installing the wheels Install the nut 4 with medium strength thread locking adhesive 95 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 9 Replacing the front wheel carrier 8 9 1 Replacing the front wheel carrier only Standard Storm A WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Before raising the vehicle secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges AS Requirements ii 5 mm Allen key 17 mm Allen key blade screwdriver 25 Nm torque wrench 200 Nm torque wrench long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Dismantling the front wheel carrier Jack up the mobility aid using several wooden blocks Use proper lifting techniques Use a screwdriver to remove the plastic cap 6 Loosen and remove the Allen screw 2 with a 5 mm Allen key Loosen and remove the Allen screw 5 with a 17 mm Allen key Remove the two Nord Lock lock washers 4 Remove and replace the front wheel carrier 3 96 Invacare STORM
52. bracket Installing the headlight bracket Assemble all parts again in reverse order Tighten the screws hand tight Check all vehicle functions Perform an approximate adjustment of the headlight using the ratchet plate as a guide The final adjustment can be performed by the user according to the instructions found in the User Guide 81 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 7 9 Replacing the front bulb holder LED lighting unit until 03 2012 AS Requirements a 4 mm Allen key 8 mm spanner Dismantling the bulbholder Loosen the Allen screw 1 using a 4 mm Allen key and remove the headlight from the mounting Loosen the two cap nuts 2 using an 8 mm spanner and remove the headlight with the mounting from the rubber bumpers Replace the mounting Refitting the bulbholder Refit the parts in reverse order Now tighten all the screws finger tight again Check all vehicle functions Adjust the headlight roughly using the grid The user can carry out the final adjustment following the operating manual 82 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 7 10 Replacing headlamp brackets LED lighting system starting 03 2012 YA Requirements el 4 mm Allen wrench Open end wrench 8 mm Uninstalling the tail light bracket Loosen the hexagon socket head screw 1 with a 4 mm Allen wrench and remove the headlight from the bracket Loosen both of the nuts 2 with an 8 mm open end wrench and remove the bracket
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54. ccurring hazards which can lead to death or serious injuries if they are not avoided The following lines in italics refer to actions which serve to avoid such hazards ATTENTION The signal word ATTENTION refers to possibly occurring hazards which can lead to minor injuries and or material damage if they are not avoided The following lines in italics refer to actions which serve to avoid such hazards CAUTION The signal word CAUTION refers to hazards which could lead to material damage if they are not avoided The following lines in italics refer to actions which serve to avoid such hazards Note The signal word Note is used to denote general information which simplifies the handling of your product and refers to special functions 11 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 1 4 Hazard symbols and symbols used Different types of hazard symbols and symbols are used throughout this manual General hazards This symbol warns you of general hazards Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product BURN HAZARD This symbol warns you of the danger of chemical burns for example due to the discharge of battery acids Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product DANGER OF CRUSHING This symbol warns you of crushing hazards due to inattentive working with heavy components Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or dama
55. ce the armrest Refitting the travelling armrest Replace the parts in the reverse order To complete check all vehicle functions The new armrest will need to be adjusted to suit the user Please refer to the mobility device operating manual for detailed information 151 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 16 8 Replacing the arm support on the travelling armrest IA Requirements iM 4 mm Allen key Dismantling the arm support If necessary remove the remote together with its cable Rotate the armrest upwards Undo the two holding bolts 1 with a 4 mm Allen key Replace the arm support Refitting the travelling armrest Replace the parts in the reverse order To complete check all vehicle functions The new armrest will need to be adjusted to suit the user Please refer to the mobility device operating manual for detailed information 152 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 16 9 Retrofitting a travelling armrest il NOTE The travelling armrest can only be retrofitted if the entire backrest is replaced since the torque support must be fitted with the correct guides Retrofitting the travelling armrest Fit the backrest for the travelling armrest as described in chapter 8 15 3 Fit the armrests as described in chapter 8 16 7 Fit the arm supports as described in chapter 8 16 8 The new armrest will need to be adjusted to suit the user Please refer to the mobility device operating manual for deta
56. ceess 34 7 Test procedures 35 7 1 TESTING TNE MOTO ironie a a e a E 35 7 2 Testing the electro mechanical parking Drake cccccceesseeeesseeeeeeseeeeeeneeeseenseeeeeeneeeenenneeees 36 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 Repair work 38 8 1 CONOS aa a a duaduevetadasuvadeutecueaseuuugetedseeecuadeas 38 8 1 1 Opening the rear cover panel rasie N 38 81 2 OPENING INE CEMIe pane esata iets seen a a aiatentete raved rales 39 8 1 3 Opening the front panel cc ccccccccceeseeceeeeeeceeeeseeeeeeeeeseeeaeeeceeeeeeesseaseseeeeseessaeeaeeeeeeees 40 81 4 Opening the rear lIGht COV Cle orisi aa a a ie 41 8 125 Replacing A TFONT SPIASM QUANG siciiveveicaineian swaaviwadaiveludiwmaerd maddolelaveretamaies a a 42 8 1 6 Replacing the splash guard vouirsocsy etre meet ouietnt soumerinstadl axenic deen Acetate Mee 43 8 2 PICCIFONICS MOGUIC saiia a a aaa a 45 921 RepaceremolE ateina a a A E AN 45 8 2 2 Replacing the power module cccccsssescccccseeseceeeceeeeeeeeceeeeceeessaaeceesssaaeeeeessaaeeeess 45 8 2 3 Replacing the actuator module on the battery compartment cccceesseeeeeeeeeeeeees 47 8 2 4 Replacing the actuator module under the S at cceecccccseseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeesaeeeeeens 48 9 20 Replacing the onting PGB swiidiniescesucsis aiota a E dean eataene 49 8 2 6 Replacing the G Trac SCNSOM ccccccsssssccccccesseceecceeusececcceeaeceecseauseceesssaaseeesessaaaeeess 51
57. ces 4 Unlike dismantling different holes in the three pairs of holes must be used for the SCrews Refit all parts that were removed If necessary replace the splash guards as described in chapter 8 1 6 10 3 2 2 Adjusting the seat depth and replacing the seat support plates Disassembly Remove the legresis Remove the armrests Remove the seat cushion Remove any existing cable ties holding the remote or lighting cables Release the cables from the stuck on clamps Loosen the cap nuts of the headlight mountings using an 8 mm jaw spanner see chapter 8 7 7 or 8 7 9 Put the headlights and the mounting in a safe place on the rear part of the battery compartment cover Remove the cover plates 1 Loosen the two Allen screws 9 at the top front of the seat support plate and remove them Loosen the two Allen screws 7 on the front side of the seat support plate connecting this to the cross braces 4 Loosen the two Allen screws 8 on the rear side of the seat support plate connecting this to the cross braces 4 Remove the seat support plate 2 Repeat this work step on the other side of the seat Loosen and remove the two Allen screws 5 incl the washers Pull the seat support to the desired length so that the Allen screws 5 can be fitted into the holes according to the table see above 193 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 194 Refit the Allen screws 5 incl the washers and tighten them If nece
58. d remove the self locking nut 5 including the washer with a 5 mm Allen key and a 10 mm socket wrench Remove the G Trac sensor Disconnect the cable of the G Trac sensor from the electronics module Replace the G Trac sensor Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Installing the G Trac sensor Assemble the parts in reverse order Reconnect all cable connectors to their former positions The G Trac sensor must be installed with the cable pointing upwards The module has a guide that must fit exactly into the G Trac sensor holder Test all functions of the vehicle 53 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 2 7 O 8 2 7 1 54 Drive program selection after component replacement The drive program is saved in the remote and in the power module If one of these two components is replaced the system must be told which of the components has not been replaced so that it knows which contains the current controller profile Note The system allows normal usage of the mobility aid after component replacement only if the profile is selected afterwards Profile selection with remote REM A or REM B Insert the plug into the remote or into the power module respectively Switch the remote on LEDs 1 and 4 blink Use the bottom rocker switch 5 to select where the required controller profile is saved LED 1 power module LED 4 remote Only LED 1 or 4 blinks now depending on the selection Press the Horn 2
59. different lighting units A conventional lighting unit with bulbs and a LED lighting unit 8 7 1 Replacing the front bulb conventional lighting unit 1 A Requirements g Phillios screwdriver size 2 N Undo the concealed Phillips screw on the rear of the headlight indicator combination Remove the transparent plastic cover Replace the defective bulb Close the cover and tighten the Phillips screw finger tight 8 7 2 Replacing the front LED LED lighting unit It is not intended for an individual LED to be replaced Replace the entire lighting unit as described in chapter 8 7 3 71 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 7 3 Replacing the complete front headlight conventional lighting unit until 03 2012 AS Requirements ia Phillips screwdriver size 2 8 mm spanner 4 mm Allen key Diagonal pliers Cable tie Removing the front headlight Remove the rear and centre cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 Carefully note the location of the cable and the connection locations of the various plugs Either mark each plug and socket or take a photograph with a digital camera Loosen the cable leading to the lighting PCB from the front headlight affected 2 Open the cable clamps 1 remove all cable ties and pull the cable out of the mobility aid 12 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Loosen the two cap nuts 2 using an 8 mm spanner and remove the headlight with the mounting from the rubb
60. ds and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Before raising the vehicle secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges IA Requirements 19 mm socket spanner blade screwdriver long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Dismantling the wheel fork Jack up the mobility aid using several wooden blocks Use proper lifting techniques Use a screwdriver to remove the plastic cap 2 Loosen and remove the nut 3 with a 19 mm socket spanner Pull the wheel fork 6 from the front wheel carrier 1 in a downward direction In doing so please pay attention to the washers 4 spacers 5 and separable ball bearings not to be seen in the illustration 91 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM Refitting the wheel fork Refit the parts in reverse order When fitting the ball bearings please ensure that the wide inner ring faces outward in each case Adjust the wheel fork as described in chapter 8 8 2 To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 92 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 8 2 Adjusting the wheel fork WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques AS Requirements i 19 mm socket spanner blade screwdriver If necessary remove the cover cap 2 Tilt the mobility aid to the rear
61. e hexagon socket head screws 3 Remove both Phillips screws A on the middle plate 1 2 Shift the position of the rear plate halves three settings are possible using the drill holes Before pulling the Flex3 backrest apart a 1 will be visible in the small rectangular cut out After pulling the Flex3 backrest apart a 2 will be visible in the small rectangular cut out Re insert the two screws A into the middle plate Fasten the front lateral plates 2 and 4 again 160 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 18 Storm X plore specific parts 8 18 1 Replacing X plore trim on the swing arm AS Requirements ki 4 mm Allen key Note i The procedure is identical for the front swing arm 4 and rear swing arm 5 Removing the trim Undo the two Allen screws 3 with a 4 mm Allen key Remove the Allen screws 3 together with the washers Press the trim 1 out of the swing arm 4 or 5 from below When doing so take care with the insert nuts 2 Refitting the trim Replace the parts in the reverse order 161 162 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 18 2 Replacing the front X plore swing arm A WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Before raising
62. e high weight of some components This applies especially to the removal of drive units batteries and the seat AN WARNING Injury hazard if the vehicle starts moving unintentionally during repair work Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Before jacking up secure the vehicle by using chocks to block the wheels Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL A i ATTENTION Fire and burn hazard due to electrical short circuit The mobility device must be completely switched off before removal of voltage carrying components To do this remove the batteries Avoid short circuiting the contacts when carrying out measurements on voltage carrying components CAUTION Danger of burns from hot surfaces on the motor Allow the motors to cool down before commencing work on them ATTENTION Injury hazard and danger of damage to vehicle due to improper or incomplete maintenance work Use only undamaged tools in good condition Some moving parts are mounted in sockets with PTFE coating Teflon Never grease these sockets Never use normal nuts instead of self locking nuts Always use correctly dimensioned washers and spacers When reassembling always replace any cable ties which were cut during dismantling After completing your work before renewed start up of the mobility device check all connections for tight fitting After completing your work before renewed start up of the mob
63. ear using a 4 mm Allen key and an 8 mm socket spanner Replace the lighting PCB Refitting the lighting PCB Refit the parts in reverse order Plug all the plugs into their old positions To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 50 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 2 6 Replacing the G Trac sensor AS Requirements ai 5 mm Allen key 10 mm socket wrench Uninstalling the G Trac sensor If possible completely raise the seat with the lifter Switch the electronics of the wheelchair OFF Remove the rear cover as described in chapter 8 1 1 Take note of the positions of all cables and the sockets that they are connected to Mark the connectors and sockets or take a photograph with a digital camera In the illustrations you see the power module 4 the optional lighting circuit board 2 the optional actuator module 1 amp 3 as well as the G Trac sensor 5 51 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 52 Pull the locking pin 1 that is located next to the power module backwards Lift the power module up together with the bracket and remove the bracket from the battery compartment cover Place the power module together with bracket on top of the battery box or the actuator module if installed Press both catches 3 inwards and open the battery box cover Use the 5 mm Allen key to loosen and remove both screws 2 Remove the safety catch 1 and the G Trac bracket 3 Loosen an
64. ed Fixing Check cable Check function Tighten screws Replace cable motor if necessary Frames Carry out a visual check Tighten screws chassis of the fasteners rivets battery and battery receptacle mounting DAHL Docking Check screws Tighten screws Station Replace components if necessary 24 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Component Check Remedy Notes s Wheel Check drive wheels for Adjust replace wheel See chapters suspension and tight fit and side play hubs 8 10 1 and 8 10 3 wheels Check steering wheels Replace wheels See chapter 8 8 for tight fit float and wheel fork or wheel side play bearings Tyres Repair or replace if See chapter 8 10 2 damaged Check suspension Repair or replace if see chapter 8 13 damaged Check straight running Replace wheels See chapter 8 8 wheel fork or wheel bearings Drive units Motors Check motors See chapter 7 clutch mechanism eT Check functions in drive Check carbon See chapters and push modes brushes replace if 8 11 1 and 8 11 4 necessar Check clutch y mechanism Replace motor if necessary Tighten screws nuts adjust or replace if necessary Inspect motor brake Check motor brake See chapter 7 2 a Legrests Check welded seams Tighten replace if interlocking screws necessary footplates Power legrests Check cable Replace cable if if fitted Check contacts Neon check functions Lighting if Check cable Replace lamp or s
65. ee chapter 8 7 fitted Checkiunetion cable if necessary Battery Check battery support Replace if necessary mounting and mounting belts for damage 25 SERVICE MANUAL 26 Component Batteries Remote electronics modules Drive program Invacare STORM Check Remedy Notes Check batteries for Replace batteries if See chapters 8 4 2 damage necessary and 8 4 3 b Check battery voltage Charge batteries 4 Check battery voltage Charge batteries See operating manual Check contacts and Clean contacts and Please refer to the terminals terminals safety information in chapter 8 4 2 and 8 4 3 for handling batteries Remote status display Evaluate error blink See chapter 6 blinking code Fixings Tighten fixings replace if necessary Cables and connecting Tighten cables and plugs connecting plugs replace if necessary Drive lever function Replace drive lever if necessary Replace remote if necessary Power supply Tighten cables and connecting plugs replace if necessary Check drive electronics Update software if See chapter 8 3 program version newer version available Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 6 Operational faults Different power modules can be installed in the mobility aid in connection with different remotes The rectification of operational faults depends on the installed power module in each case The power modules used are described in chapter 4 2 Note The tabl
66. efore raising the vehicle secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges AS Requirements ad long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Dismantling the suspension strut Lift the mobility device onto several wooden blocks Use proper lifting techniques Remove the securing clip 3 Remove the spacer 2 Carefully remove the bolts 5 which connect the shock absorber 4 to the swing arm 1 Repeat this procedure for the rear bolts Remove the suspension strut 124 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Refitting the suspension strut Replace the parts in the reverse order Always ensure that the suspension strut has been located correctly The spring plates for setting the spring preload must be at the rear The lever for setting the shock absorption must be at the top To conclude you should always carry out a trial run to test the vehicle functions 125 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 14 8 14 1 8 14 1 1 126 Seat system It can be used the seat system standard or Modulite see chapter 10 Adjusting the seating position Seat support and tilt module Replacing the seat support with manual tilt module till Dec 2010 WARNING Danger of crushing The seat seat support is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Requirements T40 torx wrench oblique pliers cable ties Dismantling the seat support Remove the legresis Remove the armrests Remove the
67. emove the seat cushion Remove the cover plates 1 Release the two Allen screws 6 on the crossbar at the rear and remove them 190 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Release the two upper front Allen screws 9 on the seat mounting plate and remove them Loosen the four Allen screws at the front 7 and at the rear 8 that can be found on the side of the seat mounting plate in order to release tension and facilitate moving the plates Do not remove these screws entirely Pull or push the seat mounting plate 2 to the desired width A scale 3 is included on the lower part of the seat support You can read off the seat width in centimetres on the scale Repeat these work steps on the other side of the seat Now tighten all the screws again 10 3 2 Adjusting the seat depth standard seat o Note The seat depth can be adjusted in stages between 38 and 53 cm Please also observe preceding chapter 10 3 2 on adjusting the seat width Note Depending on the width and depth of the seat the splash guards must also be replaced Please also observe chapter 8 1 6 on replacing the splash guard Requirements 4 mm Allen key 8 mm jaw spanner Oblique pliers Cable ties Note Certain holes in the seat support must be used for the screws depending on the desired seat depth It may possibly be necessary to replace the seat support plates Use the following illustration and the table to determine which holes mu
68. engage the motor 1 by setting the engaging lever to Push Loosen and remove all four plastic caps 3 using a blade screwdriver Note the fixing position and location of the carbon brushes Note i Used carbon brushes need to the refitted exactly in the same position from which they were taken in order to guarantee optimum contact to the collector Make a marking on the motor and the carbon brushes in order to guarantee correct refitting Remove the carbon brushes completely from the mounting 2 Check the carbon brush and spring for the level of wear broken components or discolouration 116 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL O Refitting the carbon brushes Depending on the condition of the brush and the spring either replace the brushes in exactly the same position from which they were taken or fit new brushes Refit the plastic caps and tighten them firmly Refit the drive wheels as described in chapter 8 10 1 Note The following procedure is necessary to run the carbon brushes in after replacement and thus guarantee maximum performance WARNING Risk of accidents Hazards to workers surroundings and mobility device Do not leave the mobility device unattended during the following procedure Secure the area Lift the wheelchair on one side and place a 14 cm high wooden block underneath it so that the drive wheel is off the ground and can rotate freely Use proper lifting techniques Also repeat
69. entre battery compartment cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 Remove the drive wheel as described in chapter 8 10 1 Loosen and remove the nut 1 from the hexagon socket head bolt 5 on the spring Remove the spacer 8 Remove the hexagon socket head bolt 5 In doing so please pay attention to the washer 7 and the spacer 6 Loosen the Allen screw 4 with a 4 mm Allen key Remove the Allen screw 4 together with the cover plate 3 Remove the pin 2 In doing so please pay attention to the washers and spacers Remove the strut Refitting the strut Refit the parts in reverse order To conclude you should always carry out a trial run to test the vehicle functions 123 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 13 2 Replacing the front suspension strut only Storm X plore Note O Invacare always recommends that you replace both suspension struts to ensure perfect mobility device operation The springs in the wheel suspension can be selected in two weight classes depending on the weight of the user The different weight classes are labelled using coloured dots on the spring 1 dot up to kg user weight 4 dots over kg user weight WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive B
70. er bumpers There are two Phillips screws cannot be seen in the picture that fasten the headlight to the mounting Loosen the two Phillips screws in order to remove the headlight from the mounting Replace the headlight unit Refitting the front headlight Refit the parts in reverse order Lay the cables carefully and fasten them using the cable clamps and cable ties In doing so please pay attention to chapter 8 6 1 Now tighten all the screws finger tight again Check all vehicle functions Adjust the headlight roughly using the grid The user can carry out the final adjustment following the operating manual 13 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 7 4 Replacing headlamps completely conventional lighting system starting 03 2012 Vil Requirements ed Phillips screwdriver size 2 Open end wrench 8 mm Side cutting pliers Cable ties Uninstalling headlights Remove the rear and the middle covers as described in chapter 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 Take exact note of the positions of all cables and the sockets that they are connected to Mark the connectors and sockets or take a photograph with a digital camera Disconnect the cable of the affected headlight from the lighting circuit board 2 Open the cable clamps 1 remove all cable ties and pull the cable out of the wheelchair 74 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Loosen both of the nuts 1 with an 8 mm open end wrench and remove the headlight with the
71. er tube il Note There are three different types of tyres or inner tubes and specific points must be observed for the replacement of each type It is easy to tell the difference between the tyre or inner tube types Pneumatic tyres have black valve caps Puncture protected tyres have red valve caps Puncture proof tyres have no valves Please proceed in accordance with the appropriate chapter Replacing pneumatic tyres see chapter 8 10 2 1 Replacing puncture protected tyres see chapter 8 10 2 2 Replacing puncture proof tyres see chapter 8 10 2 3 8 10 2 1 Replacing pneumatic tyres Note Pneumatic tyres have black valve caps Puncture protected tyres have red valve caps AS Requirements a 6 mm Allen key Two long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Repair kit for inner tube tyres or a new inner tube Tyre pump or compressor Talcum powder 100 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Removing the tyres Remove the wheel as described in chapter 8 10 1 Unscrew the valve cap 2 A ATTENTION Explosion hazard If the wheelchair is fitted with pneumatic tyres the wheel can explode if the air is not released from the tyre before removing the wheel Always release the air from the wheel before you remove it Depress the small tappet in the centre of the valve Press the spring pin on the valve and remove the air completely from the tyre Undo the five 6 mm Allen screws 4 on the inside of the
72. erse direction Lift the mobility aid off the wooden blocks 119 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 12 Rear wheel suspension 8 12 1 Replacing the rear wheel suspension A WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Before raising the vehicle secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges IA Requirements 5 mm Allen key 6 mm Allen key T40 torx wrench 13 mm socket spanner 19 mm socket spanner blade screwdriver long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Dismantling the wheel suspension Remove the rear and the centre battery compartment cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 Remove the rear light cover as described in chapter 8 1 4 Pull the motor plug out of the power module Open the cable clamps and expose the motor cable Remove the drive wheel as described in chapter 8 10 1 Remove the wheel hub as described in chapter 8 10 3 Remove the splash guard as described in chapter 8 1 6 Remove the motor transmission unit as described in chapter 8 11 1 or 8 11 3 120 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Loosen and remove the nut 1 from the hexagon socket head bolt 6 on the spring Remove the washer 9 Remove the hexagon socket head bolt 6 In doing so please pay attent
73. es for rectification of operational faults listed in the following chapters are only an excerpt from the original manufacturer s manuals You can obtain the original manuals from Invacare If you have problems with the mobility aid please proceed as follows First assess the possible cause of the problem using the following table Check the remote status display Evaluate the error code Carry out the necessary checks and repairs as recommended in the following table 2 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 6 1 28 Drive fault diagnosis PROBLEM OTHER HONY SOLUTION Documentation SYMPTOMS CAUSE Mobility aid The remote will not status display start illuminates normally and displays blink code 5 6 Remote status Batteries Replace batteries See chapter 8 4 2 display does not defective illumin nee Completely Pre charge see operating manual discharge batteries battery Power supply to Check master fuse See chapter 8 5 fai Check cables See chapter 8 6 pted between the modules for loose connections and damage Remote Replace remote See chapter 8 2 1 defective Remote status Various causes Assess error code See chapter 6 2 display blinking Mobility aid None Batteries Replace batteries See chapter 8 4 2 judders in defective drive mode unstable voltage Drive motors See operating manual disengaged Engage drive motors Drive motor
74. eseecceaeeecseseeeseueeeessaseeessaaeees 104 8 10 3 Replacing the drive wheel NUD ccccccccccssseeeeeeceeeseceeeeeeaeeeeeseeeaeeeeesseageeeeesaeaneees 105 Drive UNIE rcon aaa oaa a aaa a a boettedeOaetes 106 8 11 1 Replacing the motor transmission unit Standard Storm c cccceseeseseeeeeeeereeeeees 106 8 11 2 Replacing the motor transmission unit SSD motor cece eeeeeceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeees 108 8 11 3 Replacing the motor transmission unit Storm X plore ceeesesesssesesesesesesereeeeeeees 110 8 11 4 Replacing or rotating the motor gearbox unit sealing ring SSD motor 0 113 8 11 5 Replacing the motor gearbox coupling SSD motor cc ceseeeeceeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeees 114 8 11 6 Replacing the carbon brushes Standard MOtOr cccccceeeeee eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeneeeeeeees 116 8 11 7 Replacing the carbon brushes SSD motor ccccseeeccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeaeeeeeseaaaeeeees 118 Rear wheel SUspensio aa aa aaa aaa esi aa saa aaa aa AAS aaa aiaa ATAA a 120 8 12 1 Replacing the rear wheel suspension ccccccceeececceeseeeceeseeeceaseecceseeessneeessaneees 120 PIEDIACIING Me StU srini aana a Gaana aaa aa EAR a aA aak 122 8 13 1 Removing the suspension strut ssxericincsrini cnarrtiretivelnitarirer ialohwateiatmeiuladernaretwayels 122 8 13 2 Replacing the front suspension strut only Storm X plore ceseeceeseseseseeseeeeeeeees 124 DOU SV Ste Massa feet
75. from the rubber mounting Replace the bracket Installing the headlight bracket Assemble all parts again in reverse order Tighten the screws hand tight Check all vehicle functions Perform an approximate adjustment of the headlight using the ratchet plate as a guide The final adjustment 83 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 7 11 Replacing the headlamp holder on the seat profile Modulite seat AS Requirements ame Phillips screwdriver size 2 8 mm spanner 6mm Allen ke Dismantling the headlamp holder Remove the lamp 1 as described in chapter 8 7 8 Loosen the Allen screw 2 using a 6 mm Allen key Remove the Allen screw 2 the washer the lamp holder 3 and the nut 4 from the seat profil Refitting the headlamp holder Assemble all parts again in reverse order Tighten the screws hand tight Check all vehicle functions 84 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 7 12 Replacing the rear bulb conventional lighting unit AS Requirements on Phillios screwdriver size 2 Undo the Phillips screw in the transparent cover over the rear light indicator combination Remove the transparent plastic cover Replace the defective bulb Close the cover and tighten the Phillips screw finger tight 85 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 7 13 Replacing the complete rear light conventional lighting unit AS Requirements ig 4 mm Allen key 8 mm socket spanner 13 mm socket spanner
76. g instructions 14 2 1 Before any inspection OF repair WOFK ccccceessecssenseeseeenseeeeenseeeeenseeeeesseeseesseesoenseesooeneessonas 14 2 2 Personal safety equipment siusis a aa aaa aAa 14 2 3 General safety information and information about fitting removal sssseeeeeeeeseees 14 3 Tightening torques 17 4 Layout of components and componentry 18 4 1 OVENI CWE a sosuce sasuesebecesucsee ocecc 18 4 2 BIECIFOMICS MOGUICS zee a e aaa a a E OE a a 19 42 1 ACS 2 PMAQOL electronics mod le ssena a alaneiearde heiadees 20 422 AGT AChUator MOGUIC a xivsvgcoesaiokt somaya a eae te eet eee acs 20 4 2 2 1 AGT 2 actuator module ates rete acct e rem eed ciate tte erect a can teeade sn esiamnlecnadl aasees 20 4 2 2 2 ACT 4 actuator MOCUIC ccccccccccceceseceeceeeceeceeeceseeeeeeesaeeeeeseaseeeeseeeeeessaeeeetsaeees 21 Aa WAMU POB Aexaretansvuiavnasinmenansiehcomrautatana ied veaetneantanel sh iumaent rat ane ila weno tntantane Muanasatatara Glau 21 4 3 WOYVSUICK DOX GS cnain a secasedect soniswcctasaascstocassteancedsstenecevecessnsccevocsescenececeds edosseeuccine 22 5 Service plan 1x annually 24 6 Operational faults 27 6 1 DAV TAU GIAQIMNO SIS eiee0 cscs ecncS re tanet tee a a eevee tte a 28 6 2 REM remotes Error codes and diagnostic codes cccccceesseeceeeseeseenseeeeesseeseenseeseeenseesoees 33 6 3 Diagnosis of charging device faults viceiciicdcccessnipcies cde ciceectsceicdeeeccevesateedeteidweceestatsicemacocvese
77. ge to the product EXPLOSION HAZARD This symbol warns you of an explosion hazard which can be caused by excessive tyre pressure in a pneumatic tyre Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product Wear safety shoes The symbol refers to the requirement for wearing safety shoes Wear standardised safety shoes during all work Wear eye protection This symbol refers to the requirement for wearing eye protection for example when working with batteries Wear eye protection when this symbol is shown Wear safety gloves This symbol refers to the requirement for wearing safety gloves for example when working with batteries Wear safety gloves when this symbol is shown Note This symbol identifies general information which is intended to simplify working with your product and which refers to special functions QO gt FP CP D Requirements This symbol identifies a list of various tools components and items which you will need in order to carry out certain work Please do not attempt to carry out the work if you do not have the listed tools available Always dispose used or damaged batteries correctly The symbol refers to information for the correct disposal of used or damaged batteries X Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 1 5 Images in this manual The detailed images in this manual are given digits to identify various components Component numbers in text a
78. h screws 5 of the actuator fixation bracket Remove the cover of the actuator fixation bracket Loosen and remove the screws and nuts 2 4 on the upper and lower actuator fixation bracket on both sides Adjust the backrest fixation 6 for the new backrest width according to the table on page 157 Insert the screws 2 through the cover of the actuator fixation bracket and the corresponding holes of the backrest fixation to the actuator fixation Fasten these with the nuts 4 Reposition the cover of the actuator fixation bracket Insert and tighten the screws 5 again Adjust the straps of the sling backrest to the new width or install the adjusted Flex 3 backrest Install the backrest cushion Perform a function check of the chair Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 17 5 Replacing the backrest actuator Dismantling the backrest actuator Pull the cable off directly where it is connected to the actuator 1 Detach the bracket of the actuator at the top and bottom to do this slide the bolts 3 to the side using the lever 4 and tilt the actuator 1 out of the backrest clamp 2 Replace actuator Refitting the backrest actuator Assemble the parts in the reverse order 159 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 17 6 Adjusting the Flex3 backrest YA Requirements di Phillips screwdriver 5 mm Allen key Remove the front lateral plates 2 and 4 from the backrest 1 by loosening and removing the fiv
79. he cables with a cable tie Run the conduits further to the lateral bar 67 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM View seat from below with ACT 1 68 View from the rear Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Attach the cable guide for the lifter 1 using the two supplied hexagon socket head screws on the left underneath the seat Position the protective tube for the cables completely from the outer side Secure the protective tube with a cable tie 1 on the cable guide Proceed with the following chapter 8 6 2 2 69 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 6 2 2 Installing cables on a type B lifter column part 2 Run the cable bundle including the protective tube for the cables through the opening in the front cover 2 Secure the cable bundle with a cable tie under the cover Raise and lower the seat several times while closely watching the cable bundle The cable bundle must not get trapped stretched or crushed The cable bundle must move sideways as shown in the following illustrations The drive motor must not be touched by the cable bundle A r p a e 1 p F I Ta 5 a r I 4 F i p PH E T sam m re ol ee ww F SS N Lifter column completely extended Lifter column completely retracted Pay attention to areas where the cable bundle might get crushed or touch the motor 70 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 7 Lighting unit cD Note There are two
80. he drive wheel as described in chapter 8 10 1 Remove the splash guard as described in chapter 8 1 6 164 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Remove the securing clip 4 Remove the spacer 3 Carefully remove the bolts 1 which connect the shock absorber 2 to the swing arm 5 Loosen the three Allen screws 6 with a 6 mm Allen key and a 13 socket spanner Remove the bolts 3 together with the washers Pull the swing arm 5 out of the rear wheel link fork 7 and replace it Remove the trim as described in chapter 8 18 1 if necessary Refitting the swing arm Replace the defective parts Replace the parts in the reverse order To conclude you should always carry out a trial run to test the vehicle functions 165 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 9 Installing accessories 9 1 Replacing the safety belt 1A Requirements Ou 10 mm socket spanner 4 mm Allen key Dismantling the safety belt Loosen the bolt 3 and the associated nut in the figure this is covered with a 4 mm Allen key and a 10 mm socket spanner Remove the nut incl the washer Remove the screw incl the safety belt the washer 2 and the washer arranged behind Note GD Another nut is fixed between the two washers 2 and 4 as a spacer so that the belt mounting can rotate freely Replace the safety belt 1 Refitting the safety belt Refit the parts in reverse order 166 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 9 2
81. height slowly until the status display stops blinking If the lifter is too low raise it slowly until the status display stops blinking Only drive when the seat is at driving height Fault on left hand motor Check connection plug See chapters 8 6 and M2 Connection check motor 7 1 loose defective or motor defective Fault on right hand motor Check connection plug See chapters 8 6 and M1 Connection check motor 7 1 loose defective or motor defective Fault brake fault on left Check connection plug See chapters 8 6 and hand motor M2 check motor 7 1 Connection loose defective or motor defective Fault orake fault on right Check connection plug See chapters 8 6 and hand motor M19 check motor 7 1 Connection loose defective or motor defective 7 x blink Completely discharge Pre charge battery See operating manual battery Battery voltage too high Switch lighting to low See charging unit battery voltage operating manual Check battery charger 9 or 10 x blink Faulty data transmission Remove electronic modules See chapter 8 2 2 between modules except for the power module and the remote Replace the modules one after another in order to ensure which was the one causing the fault Drive motors overloaded Switch remote on and off overheated wait if necessary Compatibility problems Remove incorrect module See chapter 8 2 2 between modules SERVICE MANUAL 6 3 Diagnosis
82. ialist dealers Invacare can only give a warranty for safe mobility aid driving behaviour especially tipping Stability for unaltered standard drive programs Note All power modules are delivered with a standard drive program If you have made any customer specific modifications to the drive program these must be adapted after the installation of the new power module Requirements 8 mm socket spanner To adapt the drive program programming software or hand programming device and system installation manual available from Invacare Dismantling the power module Remove the rear panel as described in chapter 8 1 1 45 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 46 Carefully note the location of the cable and the connection locations of the various plugs Either mark each plug and socket or take a photograph with a digital camera The pictures show the power module 4 the optional lighting PCB 2 and the optional actuator modules 1 amp 3 Pull the plug 1 out of the power module Loosen the two nuts 2 with a 8 mm socket spanner Remove the power module by pulling it backwards from the guides Replace the power module Refitting the power module Refit the parts in reverse order Plug all the plugs into their old positions Select the drive program as described in chapter 8 2 7 lf a new software version is available update the drive program as described in chapter 8 3 Adapt the drive progra
83. ide the covers over the cable bridge 1 Fasten the cables with the cable clamps 2 The cable clamps on the front side of the battery compartment for the cables of the optional lifter are not seen in the picture The motor cables are fitted with protection covers 2 and are guided out of the front cover through recesses on the side Cables that lead to the seat upper actuator module remote headlight are guided out of the front cover through an upper left recess 3 Make sure the cable has enough play so that all movable parts can move freely without stretching clamping or abrading the cable Lay the cables in the same way under the seat and to the remote Fasten the cables with the prescribed cable clamps or cable ties respectively Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 6 2 Installing cables on a lifter column type B If a type B lifter column was already installed then you can begin directly with chapter 8 6 2 2 Lifter column type A Lifter column type B electrically adjustable electrically adjustable a 292 mir 8 6 2 1 Installing cables on a type B lifter column part 1 AS Requirements z 4 mm Allen wrench Side cutting pliers Cable ties The conduits leading from the battery box to the seat must be installed so that they do not get crimped stretched or sheared when raising or lowering the seat Run the cables from the actuator 2 of the seat angle adjustment to the cable holder 1 Secure t
84. ies are available at your Invacare specialist supplier or directly from Invacare 181 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 10 Adjusting the seating position In order to adapt the mobility device optimally to the requirements of the user we recommend that you ask your authorised Invacare the dealer toadjust the seat depth individually Adapting the seat to the user s seating position depends on which seat has been fitted and should be carried out in the following sequence 1 Adjusting the seat height see chapter 10 1 Adjusting the lower leg length see chapter 10 2 Adjusting the seat width and seat depth see chapter 10 3 Adjusting the center of gravity of the seat frame see chapter 10 4 Adjusting the seat tilt see chapter 10 5 Checking that the swivel castors can move freely Repetition of steps 2 to 6 if necessary A WARNING Danger of injury hazard after tilting of mobility caused by blocked steering wheels Always check the seat depth settings for both forward and reverse movement Make sure that steering wheels can rotate freely and have not contact to any fixed mobility device component E i a CAUTION Danger of tipping over Any change in the seating position can negatively influence the stability of the electric wheelchair Always make sure that the wheelchair is stable and will not tip over after adjusting the seating position WARNING Any changes to the drive program can affect the d
85. iled information 153 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 17 Back Unit Modulite 8 17 1 Replacing the standard backrest YA Requirements iii 5 mm Allen key Dismantling the backrest unit Remove the backrest cushion Loosen the fixation lever 2 of the backrest tube Remove the backrest tube Use the Allen key to loosen and remove the hexagon socket head screws 3 including the nuts and washers on the left and right side of the chair Refitting the backrest unit Replace the parts in the reverse order To conclude you should always carry out a trial run to test the vehicle functions 154 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 17 2 Replacing the backrest mounting bracket YA Requirements v 5 mm Allen key Dismantling the backrest unit Remove the backrest cushion Loosen the fixation levers 2 of the corresponding backrest tube 1 depending on the version There are two versions 2 for the manual backrest 3 for the electrically adjustable backrest Remove the backrest tube Loosen and remove the two hexagon socket head screws 4 to the sliding block 5 on the left and right side of the chair Refitting the backrest unit Replace the parts in the reverse order To conclude you should always carry out a trial run to test the vehicle functions 155 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 17 3 Replacing the backrest mounting bracket for SB 53 YA Requirements v 5 mm Allen key
86. ility device check all parts for correct locking Only operate the vehicle with the approved tyre pressures see technical data Check all electrical components for correct function Please note that incorrect polarity can result in damage to the electronics Always carry out a trial run at the end of your work CAUTION Danger of injury and damage to property if the maximum speed reduction on a wheelchair with a lifter does not function correctly The wheelchair s control unit must reduce the maximum possible speed as soon as the lifter is raised Test the maximum speed reduction for correct function after any maintenance work or modifications to the wheelchair Note Mark all current settings for the mobility aid seat armrests backrest etc and the associated cable connecting plugs before dismantling This makes reassembly easier All plugs are fitted with mechanical safety devices which prevent release of the connecting plugs during operation To release the connecting plugs the safety devices must be pressed in When reassembling ensure that these safety devices are correctly engaged 15 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM AN CAUTION Any changes to the drive program can affect the driving characteristics and the tipping stability of the vehicle Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare specialist dealers Invacare supplies all mobility aids with a standard drive prog
87. ion to the washer 8 and the spacer 7 Remove the plastic cover 4 Loosen and remove the torx screw 3 Remove the spacer 2 Remove the entire wheel suspension 5 from the axle Refitting the wheel suspension Refit the parts in reverse order To conclude you should always carry out a trial run to test the vehicle functions 121 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 13 Replacing the strut 8 13 1 Removing the suspension strut i i A lf 122 Note Invacare always recommends replacing both struts in order to ensure that the mobility aid works perfectly Note only for Standard Storm The springs of the wheel suspension can be chosen from three weight classes according to the users weight There different weight classes are marked by dashes on the springs 1 dash 0 70 kg user weight 2dash 71 110 kg user weight 3 dash 111 150 kg user weight WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Before raising the vehicle secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges Requirements 4 mm Allen key 6 mm Allen key 13 mm socket spanner long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Dismantling the strut Remove the rear and the c
88. ive resistance of 8 11 1 motor replace motor if defective Bearing Replacing the See chapter 8 11 1 defective motor Transmission Replace See chapter 8 11 1 defective transmission Transmission Replace See chapter 8 11 1 defective transmission Drive wheel Tighten drive See chapter 8 10 1 loose wheel secure bolts with Loctite if necessary Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL PROBLEM OTHER HONI 8 SOLUTION Documentation SYMPTOMS CAUSE Transmission None Sealing ring on Replace See chapter 8 11 1 losing oil drive shaft transmission if defective sealing ring defective Check carbon See chapters 8 11 1 and brushes for oil 8 11 4 wetting replace motor if brushes wet Irregular None Drive shaft Check drive shaft See chapter 8 11 1 transmission if defective None Parts lost Reattach parts once found Batteries not None Fuse burnt out Check cabling and See chapters 8 6 and 8 5 being charged cable defective replace fuse Batteries Replace batteries See chapter 8 4 2 defective LEDs blinking Charging unit Replace charging See charging unit oncharging defective operating manual unit Short None One of the Replace batteries See chapter 8 4 2 charging batteries could period be defective Mobility aid None Remote Replace remote See chapter 8 2 1 runs too defective slowly Batteries Replace batteries See chapter 8 4 2 defective 31 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM
89. l Remove the rear cover as described in chapter 8 1 1 If possible use the lifter to move the seat to the uppermost position Loosen the two Allen screws 1 using a 4 mm Allen key Lift the rear part of the cover carefully and remove the two spacers that are underneath the cover on the Allen screws Lift off the entire cover If the mobility aid does not have a lifter the cover must be bent apart carefully as shown in the picture on the right Refitting the centre panel Refit the parts in reverse order Now tighten all the screws finger tight again 39 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 1 3 Opening the front panel AS Requirements iai 4 mm Allen ke Dismantling the front cover panel Use the lifter to move the seat to the uppermost position If a lifter is not available you have to remove the seat as described in chapter 8 14 1 1 or 8 14 1 3 respectively Remove the rear and centre cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 Loosen the two Allen screws 1 concealed by the motor in the picture using a 4 mm Allen key Pull the motor cable and the guide bushes 2 out of the lateral recesses Pull the connecting cable to the seat out of the recess 3 First lift the front cover up so that the retaining clips 4 are exposed Then pull the cover off towards the front Refitting the front panel Refit the parts in reverse order Make sure that the retaining clips 4 snap securely into the openi
90. m using the programming software if necessary To conclude check all the mobility aid functions Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 2 3 Replacing the actuator module on the battery compartment Replacement is described in the following section based on the example of a mobility aid with an optional lighting PCB and an optional actuator module A Requirements a 4 mm Allen key Phillips screwdriver size 2 Removing the tilt module If possible use the lifter to move the seat to the uppermost position Remove the rear and the centre cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 Carefully note the location of the cable and the connection locations of the various plugs Either mark each plug and socket or take a photograph with a digital camera The pictures show the power module 4 the optional lighting PCB 2 and the optional actuator modules 1 amp 3 47 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM Pull the plug 1 out of the actuator module Undo the two Phillips screws 2 Replace the actuator module Removing the tilt module Refit the parts in reverse order Plug all the plugs into their old positions To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 8 2 4 Replacing the actuator module under the seat The actuator module is optional AS Requirements ai 4 mm Allen key Removing the tilt module If possible use the lifter to move the seat to the uppermost position Carefully note the locati
91. motor replace motor if defective None Power module Replace power See chapter 8 2 2 defective module Motors lose None Bad connections Switch mobility aid See chapter 8 6 power off wait 10 during seconds switch journey mobility aid on again Check all cabling Motor None Carbon brushes Check carbon See chapter 8 11 4 judders or brushes and runs replace if irregularly necessary or only one Bearing Replacing the See chapter 8 11 1 motor runs defective motor Collector Measure internal See chapters 7 1 and defective resistance of 8 11 1 motor replace motor if defective 29 SERVICE MANUAL PROBLEM OTHER SYMPTOMS Motors do None not run Corroded contacts Motor None makes clicking noise Scraping None noise or motor blocked Transmissio None n makes clicking noise 30 Invacare STORM HONY 8 SOLUTION Documentation CAUSE Check all cabling See chapter 8 6 Fuse burnt out Check cabling and See chapters 8 6 and 8 5 replace fuse Batteries Replace batteries See chapter 8 4 2 defective Cabling to power check cabling See chapter 8 6 module or remote defective Power module Replace power See chapter 8 2 2 defective module Water salt or Check cabling See chapter 8 6 urine has replace if penetrated necessary Bearing Replacing the See chapter 8 11 1 defective motor Collector Measure internal See chapters 7 1 and defect
92. move the rear and the centre battery compartment cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 und 8 1 2 Pull the motor plug out of the power module Open the cable clamps and expose the motor cable Remove the drive wheel as described in chapter 8 10 1 Remove the wheel hub as described in chapter 8 10 3 Remove the splash guard as described in chapter 8 1 6 106 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Undo the four Allen screws 1 with a 5 mm Allen key Remove the screws together with the Nord Lock lock washers Undo the Allen screw 4 with a 5 mm Allen key Remove the screws together with the washers Pull the motor transmission unit 2 out of the mounting 3 in a forward direction In doing so please observe the high weight of the unit Refitting the motor transmission unit Replace the defective parts Refit the motor transmission unit in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 107 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 11 2 Replacing the motor transmission unit SSD motor A WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Before raising the vehicle secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges A ATTENTION Danger of crushing i The motor gearbox unit is extremely heavy
93. nd operational instructions always relate to the image directly above 13 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 2 Safety and fitting instructions These safety instructions are intended to prevent accidents at work and it is imperative that they are observed 2 1 Before any inspection or repair work Read and observe this repair manual and the associated operating manual Observe the minimum requirements for carrying out the work see chapter entitled General information 2 2 Personal safety equipment Safety shoes The mobility device and some of its components are very heavy These parts can result in injuries to the feet if they are allowed to drop Wear standardised safety shoes during all work Eye protection It is possible that battery acid can be discharged when working on defective batteries or when handling batteries improperly Always wear eye protection when working on any defective or possibly defective batteries Safety gloves It is possible that battery acid can be discharged when working on defective batteries or when handling batteries improperly Always wear acid proof safety gloves when working on any defective or possibly defective batteries 2 3 General safety information and information about fitting removal WARNING Danger of crushing A Various components such as the drive unit batteries seat etc are very heavy This results in injury hazards to your hands Please note th
94. ngs of the cover Now tighten all the screws finger tight again 40 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 1 4 Opening the rear light cover AS Requirements ee 4 mm Allen key socket spanner 13 mm Dismantling the rear light cover Remove the rear and centre cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 Loosen the nut 1 using a 13 mm socket spanner Refitting the rear light cover Refit the parts in reverse order Now tighten all the screws finger tight again 41 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 1 5 Replacing a front splash guard WARNING Danger of crushing The wheelchair is very heavy Danger of injury to the hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Danger of injury due to uncontrolled movement of the wheelchair Switch the vehicle s power system off ON OFF key Engage the drive motors Secure the vehicle against rolling away by placing wedges under the wheels AS Requirements aa 4 mm Allen wrench 24 mm socket wrench 24 mm open ended wrench Flat screwdriver Oblong wooden blocks at least 14 x 14 x 30 cm Medium strength thread locking adhesive for example Loctite 243 Heat gun Lift the wheelchair on one side and place a 14 cm high wooden block underneath it so that the front wheel is off the ground and can rotate freely Use proper lifting techniques Remove the front wheel as described in chapter 8 8 1 Removing the splash guard Loosen and remove the four
95. ocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Three joiner s clamps with plastic caps Torque spanner 5 25 Nm or similar Talcum powder Removing the tyres Remove the wheel as described in chapter 8 10 1 ATTENTION Explosion hazard A There is considerable pressure in the tyre Danger of injury Parts can be thrown out and injure you if you do not secure the rim rings Secure the rim rings with joiner s clamps Secure the rim rings against unexpected discharge with three joiner s clamps When doing so ensure that you do not scratch the rims Undo the five 6 mm Allen screws 2 on the inside of the wheel Now loosen the joiner s clamps carefully and alternately until you can remove the rim rings without danger Remove the inner 3 and outer 1 ring of the rim from the tyre 4 Replace any defective or worn parts Refitting the tyres Refit the tyres to the rim in the reverse sequence When fitting the rim rings together ensure that the drillholes and threads for the bolts are placed exactly above each other Place the joiner s clamps in position Tighten the joiner s clamps alternately in small stages until the rim rings are precisely aligned Tighten the Allen screws 2 to 18 Nm 104 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 10 3 Replacing the drive wheel hub AN CAUTION Possible material damage to mobility device Collisions can be caused if the adjusting washers are removed during fitting work to the drive wheels
96. oftware Note The electronic system is supplied with a standard drive program If the driving program has been customised you have to perform this customisation again after installing the new driving program This also applies to the customer specific options of the seat setting for ACS 2 remotes which are activated ex works WARNING Every alteration to the drive program can influence vehicle handling and the tipping stability of the wheelchair Alterations to the drive program must only be carried out by trained Invacare dealers Invacare can only assume a warranty for the safe vehicle handling of the wheelchair in particular tipping stability for unaltered standard drive programs Pre requisites Dynamic Wizard software User manual for the Wizard software For further information on other requirements such as the minimum system configuration of the PC to be used for programming necessary programming cables see the user manual of the Wizard software You find the latest version of the user manual in the download area on htto www dynamiccontrols com Note When an electrical adjustment option is retrofitted such as electrical legrests then this option needs to be activated in the driving program as well if you have an ACS 2 remote For more information refer to the user manual of the Wizard software and the installation instructions for the electronic modules Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 4 8 4 1
97. olding the cables on the remote or lighting Remove the cables from the stuck on clamps Loosen the cap nuts of the headlight mountings using an 8 mm jaw spanner see chapter 8 7 7 or 8 7 9 Put the headlight and the mounting in a safe place on the rear part of the battery compartment cover Remove the connecting cable to the chassis from the remote or form the optional actuator module Remove the cable or cables so that there is no longer any cable connection between the seat and the chassis 129 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM Remove the pin retainer 2 Remove the pin 3 and tip the tilt actuator 4 forward Fold back the entire seat Keep a firm hold on the seat and the seat support whilst loosening and removing the four torx screws 1 Lift the seat and the seat support from the vertical column Refitting the seat carrier Refit the parts in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 130 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 14 1 4 Replacing the tilt actuator 1A Requirements TLN Oblique pliers Cable ties Dismantling the tilt actuator Remove the legrests Pull the tilt actuator plug out of the actuator module under the seat Unclip the cable Remove any cable ties which are fitted Remove the upper pin retainer 1 Remove the upper pin 2 and tip the tilt actuator forward 5 Remove the lower pin retainer 4 Remove the lower pin 3 and remove the entire tilt
98. on of the cable and the connection locations of the various plugs Either mark each plug and socket or take a photograph with a digital camera Pull the plug 1 out of the actuator module Remove the two Allen screws 2 Replace the actuator module Removing the tilt module Refit the parts in reverse order Plug all the plugs into their old positions To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 48 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 2 5 Replacing the lighting PCB Replacement is described in the following section based on the example of a mobility aid with an optional lighting PCB and an optional actuator module AS Requirements ii 4 mm Allen key 8 mm socket spanner Dismantling the lighting PCB If possible use the lifter to move the seat to the uppermost position Remove the rear and the centre cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 Carefully note the location of the cable and the connection locations of the various plugs Either mark each plug and socket or take a photograph with a digital camera The pictures show the power module 4 the optional lighting PCB 2 and the optional actuator modules 1 amp 3 Pull the plug 1 out of the lighting PCB Undo the two Allen screws 2 with a 4 mm Allen key Lift off the lighting PCB together with the retaining bracket 49 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM Loosen the two Allen screws 3 and the corresponding nuts on the r
99. or module is connected to the power module via a bus cable ACT 2 actuator module Connections SS 7 Bus cable to remote or ACT Bus cable to remote or ACT Adjusting motor actuator Channel 2 2 3 4 5 Adjusting motor actuator Channel 1 Rubber stoppers for free slots 1 Order number 1555701 2 amp 3 Order number 1552876 4 amp 5 Order number 1555700 The ACI connection is used for actuator limitation or speed reduction Invacare STORM 4 2 2 2 ACT 4 actuator module Connections 1 ACI 2 Bus cable to remote or power module 3 Bus cable to remote or power module 4 Actuator Channel 4 5 Actuator Channel 3 6 7 Actuator Channel 2 Actuator Channel 1 Rubber stoppers for free slots 1 Order number 1555701 2 amp 3 Order number 1552876 4 to 7 Order number 1555700 The ACI connection is used for actuator limitation or speed reduction 4 2 3 Lighting PCB Connections 1 Driving light amp I h indicator 1 Driving light amp I h indicator 2 Power module Driving light amp r h indicator 1 2 3 4 5 Driving light amp r h indicator 2 The lighting PCB connections are printed directly on the circuit board ee ee fal fa SERVICE MANUAL 21 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 4 3 22 Joystick boxes Various remotes can be used on the mobility aid Before you connect any mobility aid components such as
100. ove the plastic cover Loosen and remove the Phillips screw 3 Remove the reflector 4 Remove the snap ring under the reflector not in the picture Undo the two Allen screws 6 with a 5 mm Allen key Remove the Allen screws 6 incl the washers and the stick holder 5 if necessary When replacing both planetary gears or dismantling the entire back section also now loosen and remove the Allen screws 6 incl the washers on the other side of the mobility aid Undo the two Allen screws 2 with a 5 mm Allen key You will need an additional 13 mm jaw spanner for the opposite nut on the right side of the mobility aid Remove the Allen screws 2 incl the washers and the nut if necessary Pull the planetary gear from the axle Replace the planetary gear 145 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM Refitting the planetary gear Refit the parts in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 146 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 16 3 Replacing the servo motor My Requirements 4 mm Allen key 5mm Allen key 10 mm socket spanner 13 mm jaw spanner Size 2 Phillips recessed head spanner Snap ring pliers Fitting the planetary gear Disconnect the two motor plugs 1 Dismantle the entire back section and remove both planetary gears as described in chapter 8 16 2 Loosen and remove the two nuts 2 only the upper nut is visible in the illustration The motor 5 and the gear 4
101. pipe 1 of the back bracket 2 If the backrest holders also need to be replaced undo and remove the Allen screws 5 including the washers on the left hand and right hand side of the chair Refitting the back unit Refit the parts in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 138 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 15 2 Adjusting the belt back The belt back can be individually adapted to the back shape of the user Pull apart the front and back of the back cushion 1 and remove it Front and back of the back cushion is held together by Velcro Open Velcro straps of the back straps 2 and set it to the desired length Refit the back cushion and fasten with Velcro 139 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 15 3 Replacing the EasyAdapt back AS Requirements i 5 mm Allen key Oblique pliers Cable ties Dismantling the back unit Remove the back cushion Pull the actuator cable out of the actuator module under the seat Pull the cable out of the mobility aid Remove any cable ties which are fitted Loosen and remove the Allen screws 5 incl the washers on the left and right side of the seat Carefully remove the back section 1 together with the lower part 2 from the seat support 3 The two parts are interconnected via the arm 4 Refitting the back unit Refit the parts in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 140 Invacare STORM SE
102. r and the centre cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 Pull the batteries out of the battery compartment as described in chapter 8 4 1 Check the fuse cable 1 and battery cable 2 for visible damage and crushing points Replace any damaged cables Check all cables for visible damage and crushing locations Replace any damaged cables Pull each plug 1 carefully The plug should not come out of the socket If one of the plugs is loose press it back into the socket with light pressure The plug must engage 64 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Checked to ensure that the plug is now firmly in its socket If not repeat the previous operation Refit the parts in reverse order Check all vehicle functions 8 6 1 Installing cables Note Pay attention to chapter 8 6 2 if a type B lifter column is installed Lifter column type A Lifter column type B electrically adjustable electrically adjustable 274 mir WA Requirements iai 4 mm Allen key oblique pliers cable ties Remove the rear and the centre cover as described in chapters 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 In the case of the lifter cabling also remove the front cover as described in chapter 8 1 3 65 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 66 Lead the cables on the modules fitted at the rear power module and actuator module through the recess in the battery flap under the actuator module to the cable bridge 1 Lead the cables ins
103. r lifting techniques Loosen and remove the four torx screws 3 on the underside of the chassis 2 Remove the lifting column 1 Refitting the lifting column Refit the parts in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 133 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 14 2 2 Replacing a type A electrical lifter column 292 mm WARNING Danger of crushing The seat is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques A WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Save the vehicle laid on its side against overturning 1A Requirements Ai 4 mm Allen key T40 torx wrench Oblique pliers Cable ties Dismantling the lifting column Remove the rear battery compartment cover as described in chapter 8 1 1 Remove the centre battery compartment cover as described in chapter 8 1 2 Remove the front battery compartment cover as described in chapter 8 1 3 Remove the seat as described in chapter 8 14 1 1 or 8 14 1 3 respectively Disconnect the cable of the lifter column from the actuator module on the battery box Open the cable clamps and expose the cable 134 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Place the mobility aid on its side and safeguard it agains
104. r plate has four flaps pointing downward There are two tapped holes on each flap for the screws 2 By selecting the upper or lower holes the seat can be adjusted to two different heights Attach the cover plate 1 Install the screws 2 in such a way that the cover plate is flush fitted or is somewhat elevated depending on the desired seat height Refit the other parts in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 184 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 10 1 2 Adjusting the seat height on a type A electrical lifter column with an adapter WARNING Danger of crushing The seat is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques WARNING Danger of crushing Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive AS Requirements sia 4 mm Allen key 5 mm Allen key T40 torx wrench Oblique pliers Cable ties Torque wrench 5 30 Nm or similar Medium strength thread locking fluid e g Loctite 243 Adjusting the seat height manually with an adapter Remove the seat as described in chapter 8 14 1 1 or 8 14 1 3 185 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM Place the adapter 4 in the seat support 3 from below Fix the adapter with the two Allen screws 1 Replace the seat support on the lifter pillar 5 AN CAUTION Damage hazard to lifter pill
105. ral seat plates C with a 3 mm Allen key Remove the lateral seat plates D or Remove the seat cushion Loosen and remove the screws on both sides which secure the sling seat A with a T25 Torx wrench Remove the sling seat B 195 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM Loosen and remove the screws of the seat frame adjustment A with a T40 Torx wrench Loosen and remove the screws of the fixation of the legrest mounting brackets B Adjust the seat frame and the legrest fixation to the desired width according to the following illustrations and tables Seat frame serew postion Seat width When switching from 430 mm to 480 mm and the other way around the fixation of the legrests must be replaced Reposition the screws and tighten them again Install the seat plate or the sling seat Reposition the seat cushion 196 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 10 3 4 Adjusting the seat depth Modulite seat The seat depth is adjusted by shifting the position of the backrest See User Manual 197 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 10 4 Adjusting the center of gravity of the seat The center of gravity of the seat can be adjusted by mounting the seat frame farther towards the front or the rear on the seat A CAUTION The seating system of the electric wheelchair is delivered ex works with an optimally adjusted center of gravity Any change in this adjustment setting can negatively infl
106. ram ex works Invacare can only give a warranty for safe vehicle driving behaviour especially tipping stability for this standard drive program Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 3 Tightening torques The tightening torques stated in the following list are based on the thread diameter for the nuts and bolts for which no specific values have been determined All values assume dry and de greased threads Tightening torque 3Nm 6Nm 10Nm 25Nm 49Nm 80 Nm 120 Nm 180 Nm in Nm 10 CAUTION Damage can be caused to the mobility device due to improperly tightened screws nuts or plastic connections Always tighten screws nuts etc to the stated tightening torque Only tighten screws or nuts which are not listed here fingertight 17 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 4 Layout of components and componentry 4 1 Overview The electronic control modules and regulators are situated at the rear underneath the rear plastic cover and directly under the seat Directly under the seat Actuator module 1 The actuator module is optional If available it controls the electric leg supports the electric tilt module and the electric back adjustment Underneath the rear cover Light terminal block 2 The light terminal block is in front of the actuator module 3 The light terminal block is optional It is only available if the mobility aid is fitted with lighting Actuator module 3 The actuator mod
107. re that the battery cage sockets plugs have been correctly refitted A polarity diagram is located in the rear cover 60 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 4 3 A O VW X Correct handling of damaged batteries WARNING BURN HAZARD Injury hazard due to discharged acid Always wear acid proof protective gloves when handling batteries Always wear protective goggles when handling batteries What to do if acid is discharged Always take clothing which has been soiled by or dipped in acid off immediately Rinse any areas of your skin which has come into contact with battery acid off immediately with plenty of water If contact with eyes is made Rinse the affected eye under running water for several minutes You should also consult an eye specialist immediately afterwards Requirements protective goggles acid proof gloves acid proof transport container If handling damaged batteries always wear suitable protective clothing Always deposit damaged batteries in suitable acid proof containers immediately after removal Only transport damaged batteries in suitable acid proof containers Always wash any objects which were contacted by acid in plenty of fresh water Always dispose of used or damaged batteries correctly Used and damaged batteries will be taken back by your medical equipment supplier or Invacare 61 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 5 Checking and replacing the main fuse
108. riving characteristics and the tipping stability of the vehicle Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare specialist dealers Invacare supplies all mobility devices with a standard drive program ex works Invacare can only give a warranty for safe vehicle driving behaviour especially the tipping stability for this standard drive program A WARNING Danger of crushing The seat is very heavy Danger of injury to hands and feet Pay attention to the hand and feet Use proper lifting techniques 182 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 10 1 Adjusting the seat height The seat height is adjusted via the seat column An overview of the different types of seat columns is shown in chapter 8 14 2 10 1 1 Adjusting the seat height with a seat column installed WARNING Danger of crushing The seat is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques WARNING Danger of crushing Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive IA Requirements Pa 4 mm Allen key T40 torx wrench Oblique pliers Cable ties Manual seat height adjustment Remove the seat as described in chapter 8 14 1 1 or 8 14 1 3 183 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM Loosen and remove the four Torx screws 2 on the upper side of the column 3 Lift off the coverplate 1 Note The cove
109. roximate adjustment of the headlight using the ratchet plate as a guide The final adjustment can be performed by the user according to the instructions found in the User Guide 19 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 7 7 Replacing the front bulb holder conventional lighting unit until 03 2012 AS Requirements EN Phillips screwdriver size 2 8 mm spanner Dismantling the bulbholder Loosen the two cap nuts 2 using an 8 mm spanner and remove the headlight with the mounting from the rubber bumpers There are two Phillips screws cannot be seen in the picture that fasten the headlight to the mounting Loosen the two Phillips screws in order to remove the headlight from the mounting Replace the mounting Refitting the bulbholder Refit the parts in reverse order Now tighten all the screws finger tight again Check all vehicle functions Adjust the headlight roughly using the grid The user can carry out the final adjustment following the operating manual 80 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 7 8 Replacing headlamp brackets conventional lighting system starting 03 2012 rA Requirements EU Phillips screwdriver size 2 Open end wrench 8 mm Uninstalling the tail light bracket Loosen both of the nuts 1 with an 8 mm open end wrench and remove the headlight with the bracket from the rubber mounting Loosen both Phillips head screws 2 to remove the headlight from the bracket Replace the
110. rx screws Attach further washers to the torx screws Fit the nuts 1 to the torx screws Tighten the torx screws and the nuts using a T30 torx wrench and a 10 mm socket spanner Insert the headrest 4 in the headrest holder Fit the thumb screw 2 and tighten it Move the back plates back to the old width Tighten the three Allen screws on the back plates 173 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 9 5 DAHL Docking Station A CAUTION Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Save the vehicle laid on its side against overturning AS Requirements 6 mm Allen key high strength screw blocker system e g Loctite 270 Note Depending on the vehicle several spacers 4 may be required additionally to the safety plate 3 Please refer to the documentation provided by DAHL see also www dahlengineering dk for information on whether and how many spacers are required 174 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Note GD The countersunk screw 2 material quality must be at least 8 8 If spacers have been fitted the screws length should be completed as follows A thickness of safety plate and spacers Screw length A 6mm al if l BFF FAFAFA AFAA P ee T iP ts A W 2 k h j
111. s defective Replace motor s See chapter 8 11 1 Replace carbon See chapter 8 11 4 brushes Mobility aid None Drive motors Change See chapter 8 3 pulls to left running programming to or right asymmetrically synchronise motors Tyre visibly Not enough air in Check air dented the tyre pressure replace inner tube and or see chapter 8 10 2 valve if necessary Error Bad connections Check all See chapter 8 6 message connecting cables does not go out Motor brake Measure internal See chapters 7 2 and defective resistance of 8 11 1 brakes replace motor if defective Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL PROBLEM OTHER HONY 8 SOLUTION Documentation SYMPTOMS CAUSE Motors stop None Voltage decline Stop journey and and start allow electronics to again cool down Motor runs None High motor load Stop journey and but loses allows the power allow electronics to power module to lower cool down the voltage Motors stop None High motor load Leave mobility aid and do not allows the power switched on and start again module to lower let the power the voltage module operate Charge batteries overnight with mobility aid switched on None Fuse burnt out Check cabling and See chapters 8 6 and 8 5 replace fuse None Motor defective Check carbon See chapter 8 11 4 brushes and replace if necessary Measure internal See chapters 7 1 and resistance of 8 11 1
112. scribed in chapter 8 14 1 1 8 14 1 2 and 8 14 1 3 but without removing the cables on the seat frame Place the mobility aid on its side and safeguard it against overturning Use proper lifting techniques Loosen and remove the four torx screws 3 on the underside of the chassis 2 Remove the lifting column 1 Refitting the lifting column AN CAUTION Damage to the lifter column possible Using incorrect screws or inserting and tightening the screws incorrectly will damage the lifter column The lifter column is supplied with self tapping screws The screws are used on the underside as well as on the upper side Use only the screws provided If the screws were already screwed in When reinstalling the screws make sure that they are screwed carefully into the existing thread Tighten the screws to a torque of 15 17 Nm Refit the parts in reverse order Install the cables as described in chapter 8 6 2 To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 137 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 15 Back unit 8 15 1 Replacing the standard back AS Requirements kj 5 mm Allen key socket spanner 13 mm De NG i i gt og a Pa S ip gt ja k Fe es ee AL s A REDS T T Dismantling the back unit Remove the back cushion Loosen and remove the handwheels 3 and the Allen screws 4 including the washers on the left and right side of the mobility aid Carefully remove the rear
113. ssary replace the seat support plates 2 according to the table see above Refit the seat support plate 2 Fit the two Allen screws 7 on the front side of the seat support connecting this to the cross braces 4 Fit the two Allen screws 8 on the rear side of the seat support connecting this to the cross braces 4 Unlike the dismantling of the old plates other holes of the three pairs of holes may possibly have to be used for the screws Fit the two Allen screws 9 at the front of the seat support plate Refit all parts that were removed If necessary replace the splash guards as described in chapter 8 1 6 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 10 3 3 Adjusting the seat width Modulite seat Vd You can only adjust the seat width for the adjustable seat plate or for the adjustable sling seat The sling seat is available in two widths fora seat width of 38 43 cm and fora seat width of 48 53 cm When modifying the seat width the backrest width must also be correspondingly adapted See chapter 8 17 4 Requirements 3 mm Allen key 5mm Allen key 13 mm Open ended spanner T25 Torx wrench T40 Torx wrench Remove the backrest cushion Remove the backrest from the backrest mounting bracket See chapter 8 17 Loosen and remove the screws which secure the middle seat plate A with a 3 mm Allen key Remove the middle seat plate B Loosen and remove the screws on both sides which secure the late
114. st be used for the desired seat depth and whether the seat support plates possibly have to be replaced 1524550 Seat frame front 1924555 A B C Seat frame rear oe u e 5 e u A 191 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM Seat Holes used in seat frame Holes used in seat frame depth in front rear Order no 1524550 Order no 1524555 Required seat support plate SHORT Order no 1526437 MEDIUM Order no 1526438 LONG Order no 1526439 Adjust the seat depth as described in the following chapters According to chapter 10 3 2 1 if the seat support plates do not have to be replaced According to chapter 10 3 2 2 if the seat support plates have to be replaced 192 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 10 3 2 1 Adjusting the seat depth without replacing the seat support plates Remove the armrests Remove the seat cushion Remove the cover plates 1 Loosen and remove the two Allen screws 8 on the rear side of the seat support plate connecting this to the cross braces 4 Repeat this work step on the other side of the seat Loosen and remove the two Allen screws 5 incl the washers Assembly Pull the seat support to the desired length so that the Allen screws 5 can be placed in the holes according to the table see above Refit the Allen screws 5 incl the washers and tighten them Fit the two Allen screws 8 on the rear side of the seat support connecting this to the cross bra
115. stable seats plate and strap Adjustment of the center of gravity via the lateral profiles as described in chapter 10 4 2 1 Simple seat Adjustment of the center of gravity via the oblong holes of the seat adaptor as described in chapter 10 4 2 2 10 4 2 1 Adjustable seat VA Requirements sia 6 mm Allen ke Remove the seat plate or sling seat 1 see chapter 10 3 3 Loosen the socket head screws 2 in the front and rear left and right DO NOT remove Shift the position of the seat Re tighten the screws Install the seat plate or the sling seat again 200 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 10 4 2 2 Simple seat Vii Requirements ed 6 mm Allen ke Remove the seat plate 1 or the sling seat see chapter 10 3 3 Loosen and remove the three socket head screws 2 incl the washers and nuts on both sides Shift the position of the seat frame Refit the socket head screws 2 incl the washers and tighten them Install the seat plate or the sling seat again 201 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 10 5 Adjusting the seat tilt 10 5 1 Adjusting the seat tilt on a seat with a manual tilt module till Dec 2010 WARNING Danger of crushing The seat seat support is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques A Requirements a 6 mm Allen key Please take into account that the seat is very heavy Be sure not to crush your fingers or other parts of the body
116. t overturning Use proper lifting techniques Loosen and remove the four torx screws 3 on the underside of the chassis 2 Remove the lifting column 1 Refitting the lifting column Refit the parts in reverse order To conclude check all the mobility aid functions 135 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 14 2 3 Replacing a type B electrical lifter column WARNING Danger of crushing The seat is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques Injury hazard caused by uncontrolled movement of the mobility device Switch the power supply off ON OFF key Engage the drive Save the vehicle laid on its side against overturning 1A Requirements 4 mm Allen key T40 torx wrench Oblique pliers Cable ties Torque wrench 5 30 Nm or similar Dismantling the lifting column Remove the rear battery compartment cover as described in chapter 8 1 1 Remove the centre battery compartment cover as described in chapter 8 1 2 Open the cable clamps on the battery box and expose the cables Disconnect the cables on the actuator module on the battery box and if necessary on the lighting circuit board Disconnect the plug at the top of the lifter column 136 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Remove the seat as de
117. the centre part of the back plate 3 on the backrest so that the four boreholes coincide with the slot nuts 4 Fit the four supplied Allen screws and tighten them Adjust the desired seat width with the help of the included centimetre scale Tighten the six Allen screws 1 firmly 149 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 16 6 Fitting the handlebar AS Requirements i 4 mm Allen key Loosen and remove the four Allen screws 3 on the plastic cover Remove the plastic cover 2 Remove the covers on the washer recesses 5 Arrange the handlebar 1 on the back section in such a way that the boreholes coincide with the tapped holes in the back section Fit the four Allen screws 4 incl the washers 5 and tighten the screws Refit the plastic cover Refit the six Allen screws 3 and tighten them 150 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 8 16 7 Replacing the travelling armrest AS Requirements ii 4 mm Allen key Dismantling the travelling armrest Undo and remove the four Allen screws in the backrest plastic cover using a 4 mm Allen key Remove the plastic cover If necessary remove the remote together with its cable 4 y On the torque support loosen the locating pin 3 bolt 2 with a 4 mm Allen key Raise the armrest slightly and remove the locating pin Pull the armrest out of the torque support to the side If you raise and lower the armrest a few times it is easier to remove Repla
118. the clamping levers of the luggage carrier fixation bracket Push the luggage carrier slightly towards the rear Close the clamping levers of the luggage carrier fixation bracket 179 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 9 8 Anti tippers 9 8 1 Installing anti tippers AS Requirements kia 6 mm Allen wrench 13 mm open ended wrench Insert the slide bushing 2 into the motor rocker 1 Insert the anti tipper 4 into the motor rocker from behind Install the hexagon socket head screws 3 together with the washers Secure the hexagon socket head screws with the self locking nuts 5 including the washers from the inside Install the locking pin as described in chapter 9 8 2 180 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 9 8 2 Installing the locking pin AS Requirements ia 12 mm open ended wrench Medium strength thread locking adhesive for example Loctite 243 r Note O Always install the locking in on the inside of the motor rocker This way the risk of damage is reduced Ky ay Apply medium strength thread locking adhesive to the thread of the locking pin Screw the locking pin together with the washer 3 into the threaded hole 4 on the inner side of the motor rocker 1 Pull the head of the locking pin towards the rear and hold it in this position Tighten the locking pin using an open end wrench 9 9 Further accessories Note The installation instructions for additional accessor
119. this on the other side of the mobility aid Allow the motors to run for an hour in forward direction Allow the motors to cool down for 30 minutes Allow the motors to run for an hour in reverse direction Lift the mobility aid off the wooden blocks 117 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 11 7 Replacing the carbon brushes SSD motor Note Q Always replace all the carbon brushes on both motors CAUTION Danger of crushing The mobility aid is very heavy Use proper lifting techniques WARNING Danger of crushing The mobility device is very heavy Injury hazard to hands and feet Use proper lifting techniques 1A Requirements al 5 mm Allen key 6 mm Allen key 10 mm socket spanner 19 mm socket spanner blade screwdriver long wooden blocks min 14 x 14 x 30 cm Removing the carbon brushes Switch off the mobility aid Remove the drive wheels as described in chapter 8 10 1 Disengage the motor 1 by setting the engaging lever to Push Note In the case of the SSD motor you can unto the bolt 5 with a 10 mm socket spanner and then turn the motor around so that you can access the rear carbon brushes more easily 118 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL A Loosen and remove all four plastic caps 3 using a blade screwdriver Note the fixing position and location of the carbon brushes Note Used carbon brushes need to the refitted exactly in the same position from which they were
120. ts in reverse order Lay the cables carefully and fasten them using the cable clamps and cable ties In doing so please pay attention to chapter 8 6 1 Now tighten all the screws finger tight again Check all vehicle functions Adjust the headlight roughly using the grid The user can carry out the final adjustment following the operating manual 11 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 7 6 Replacing headlamps completely LED lighting system starting 03 2012 YA Requirements HU 4 mm Allen wrench Side cutting pliers Cable ties Uninstalling headlights Remove the rear and the middle covers as described in chapter 8 1 1 and 8 1 2 Take exact note of the positions of all cables and the sockets that they are connected to Mark the connectors and sockets or take a photograph with a digital camera Disconnect the cable of the affected headlight from the lighting circuit board 2 Open the cable clamps 1 remove all cable ties and pull the cable out of the wheelchair 18 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Loosen the hexagon socket head screw 1 with a 4 mm Allen wrench and remove the headlight from the bracket Replace the headlight Installing headlights Assemble all parts again in reverse order Install the cables carefully and secure them with the cable clamps and cable ties When doing SO pay attention to chapter 8 6 1 Tighten the screws hand tight Check all vehicle functions Perform an app
121. uence the stability of the electric wheelchair You must perform an individual risk analysis every time you change the center of gravity of the seating position in order to ensure the safety and stability of the electric wheelchair A Seat depth B Center of gravity of the seat seat position 198 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM i Note The user weight and seat depth have strong influences on the choice of the Center of gravity of the seat If the user is heavy and the seat depth is greater the focus should be the farther back For best possible driving characteristics of rear wheel drive wheelchairs the weight to be distributed 30 40 front and 60 70 rear AN WARNING Danger of damage due to collisions of the legrests with other parts of the wheelchair Set the legrests to the smallest angle before adjusting the seat center of gravity Pay attention with adjusting the seat center of gravity that the legrests do not touch any other parts of the wheelchair This ensures that the legrests can not collide with other parts of the wheelchair 10 4 1 Center of gravity of the seat standard seat Depending on the seat that is installed you can attach the seat at different points on the seat frame and thus set the seat depth see chapter 10 3 2 199 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 10 4 2 Center of gravity of the seat Modulite seat The Modulite seat is available in two versions Adju
122. ule is on the top of the battery compartment The actuator module is optional lt is only available if the mobility aid is fitted with a lifter Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 4 2 Power module 4 The power module is at the rear of the battery compartment G Trac 5 The G Trac sensor is located in the rear on the right next to the battery box Electronics modules A variety of electronics modules can be fitted to the mobility aid Before you connect mobility aid components such as adjusting motors actuators or motors please begin by ascertaining which module is installed Please refer to the following table for an overview Power module The following remotes can be connected ACS 2 PMASOL REM 24 SD Actuator module The actuator module is optional ACT 2 ACT 4 Lighting PCB The lighting PCB is optional G Trac sensor The G Trac sensor is optional 19 SERVICE MANUAL 4 2 1 4 2 2 4 2 2 1 20 Invacare STORM ACS 2 PMASQOL electronics module Connections 1 Battery 24V Cable to G Trac sensor GYRO ES A B SSS Bus cable to remote or ACT ry Motor M1 Light 2 3 4 5 6 Motor M2 Rubber stoppers for free slots 2 amp 3 Order number 1552876 ACT actuator module A range of adjusting motors also known as actuators can be fitted to the mobility aid These actuators are either connected directly to the power module or to a separate actuator module The actuat
123. ver Loosen and remove the two Allen screws 6 incl the washers on the lower part of the backrest hinge 4 Hold the lower mounting 5 with the fastening holes in front of the boreholes of the backrest hinge Refit the two Allen screws 6 incl the washers and tighten the screws Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 9 4 Fitting the headrest 9 4 1 Fitting the headrest to the standard back AS Requirements k 5 mm Allen key 10 mm socket spanner Gripping it at the base hold the lower section of the headrest mounting 4 with the clamp block against the handlebar 3 Attach the clamp cover 2 Insert the four Allen screws 1 from above through the boreholes Fit the four cap nuts 5 to the screws from underneath Use a 5 mm Allen key and a 10 mm socket spanner to tighten the screws and the cap nuts Fit the headrest in the guide bar 171 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 9 4 2 Fitting the headrest to the EasyAdapt back AS Requirements Y 4 mm Allen key T30 torx wrench 10 mm socket spanner Loosen the three Allen screws 1 using a 4 mm Allen key but do not remove the screws completely Move the back plate 2 outwards Repeat this on the second back plate 172 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Insert the torx screws from the front through boreholes made in the top of the backrest Attach the washers to the torx screws from the rear Fit the headrest holder 3 onto the to
124. ws The screws are used on the underside as well as on the upper side Use only the screws provided If the screws were already screwed in When reinstalling the screws make sure that they are screwed carefully into the existing thread Tighten the screws to a torque of 15 17 Nm Position the adapter 4 on the top of the lifter column 5 Secure the adapter with the self tapping screws and the washers 3 Position the seat frame 2 on the lifter column and adapter Apply medium strength thread locking adhesive to the four hexagon socket head screws 1 Insert the four hexagon socket head screws and tighten them to a torque of 25 Nm Refit the other parts in reverse order Install the cables as described in chapter 8 6 2 To conclude check all the mobility aid functions Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL 10 2 Adjusting the lower leg length Invacare offers a range of legrests which can be adjusted individually See operation manual 189 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 10 3 Seat support 10 3 1 Adjusting the seat width standard seat Note GD The seat width can be adjusted in stages between 38 and 53 cm Please also observe the following chapter 10 3 1 on adjusting the seat depth Note GP Depending on the width and depth of the seat the splash guards must also be replaced Please also observe chapter 8 1 6 on replacing the splash guard AS Requirements ai 4 mm Allen key R
125. you remove it Depress the small tappet in the centre of the valve A CAUTION Material damage hazard The valve can become blocked by the puncture protection gel and be unusable During the following work you should always hold the valve up so that the puncture protection gel cannot enter the valve 102 Invacare STORM SERVICE MANUAL Remove the valve cover 2 Press the release pin in the valve inwards and evacuate all the air from the tyre Undo the five 6 mm Allen screws 4 on the inside of the wheel Remove the inner 3 and outer 6 ring of the rim from the tyre 1 Replace any defective or worn parts Refitting the tyres Refit the inner tube in the tyre Note GD If the old inner tube is to be repaired and re used and has become wet during repair you can make replacement easier by sprinkling the inner tube with a little talcum powder Refit rim rings 3 and 6 to the tyre Please ensure that the boreholes and thread for the screws are exactly above each other Fill some air into the inner tube Refit the five Allen screws on the inner side of the wheel and tighten them Check the exact fit of the tyre on the rim Inflate the tyre to the prescribed air pressure Re check the exact fit of the tyre on the rim Screw the valve cap back on Refit the wheel 103 SERVICE MANUAL Invacare STORM 8 10 2 3 Replacing puncture proof tyres AS Requirements al 6 mm Allen key Two long wooden bl

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