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Invacare® Action 2 NG en Medium active wheelchair User Manual
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Contents 1 General... 1.1 Introduction... 1.2 Symbols in this manual... 1.3 Warranty... 1.4 Limitation of liability... 1.5 Standards and Regulations... 1.6 Intended use... 1.7 Service life...
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2 Safety... 2.1 Safety information... 2.2 Safety devices... 2.3 Labels and symbols on the product...
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3 Components and their functions... 11 3.1 Overview... 11 3.2 Parking brakes... 12 3.3 Backrest... 13 3.3.1 Backrest cover height... 13 3.3.2 Fixed backrest... 13 3.3.3 Folding backrest... 13 3.3.4 Reclining backrest... 14 3.4 Backbrace for the backrest... 15 3.5 Push handles... 16 3.6 Armrests... 16 3.6.1 Armrest, stepless height adjustable, removable... 17 3.6.2 Armrest, foldable and removable... 17 3.7 Leg rests... 18 3.7.1 Swiveling leg rests... 18 3.7.2 Swiveling, elevating leg rests... 19 3.8 Anti-tipper... 20 3.9 Tires... 21 3.10 Seat cushion... 22
4 Accessories... 23 4.1 Transit version... 23 4.2 Posture belt... 24 4.3 Headrest... 25 4.4 Tipper aid... 26 4.5 Table tray... 27 4.6 Drip stand... 27 4.7 Air pump... 28 4.8 Passive illumination... 28 4.9 Cane holder... 28 5 Setup... 29 5.1 Safety information... 29 6 Using the wheelchair... 30 6.1 Safety information... 30 6.2 Braking during use... 31 6.3 Move to/from the wheelchair... 32 6.4 Driving and steering the wheelchair... 33 6.5 Negotiating steps and kerbs... 34 6.6 Going up and down stairs... 35 6.7 Negotiating ramps and slopes... 36 6.8 Stability and balance when seated... 38 7 Transport... 39 7.1 Safety information... 39 7.2 Folding and unfolding the wheelchair... 39 7.3 Lifting the wheelchair... 40 7.4 Removing and fitting the rear wheels... 41 7.5 Transporting the occupied wheelchair in a vehicle... 41 8 Maintenance... 48 8.1 Safety information... 48 8.2 Maintenance Schedule... 48 8.3 Cleaning... 50 8.4 Disinfection... 51 9 Troubleshooting... 52 9.1 Safety information... 52
9.2 Identifying and repairing faults... 53 10 After Use... 54 10.1 Storage... 54 10.2 Re-use... 54 10.3 Disposal... 54 11 Technical Data... 55 11.1 Dimensions and weight... 55 11.2 Materials... 56 11.3 Environmental conditions... 56
General
1 General
1.2 Symbols in this manual
1.1 Introduction
In this User Manual warnings are indicated by symbols. The warning symbols are accompanied by a heading that indicates the severity of the danger.
This user manual contains important information about the handling of the product. To ensure safety when using the product, read the user manual carefully and follow the safety instructions. Note that there may be sections in this document, which are not relevant to your product, since this document applies to all available models (on the date of printing). If not otherwise stated, each section in this document refers to all models of the product. The models and configurations available in your country can be found in the country-specific price lists. Invacare reserves the right to alter product specifications without further notice. Before reading this document, make sure you have the latest version. You find the latest version as a PDF on the Invacare website. If you find that the font size in the printed document is difficult to read, you can download the PDF version from the website. The PDF can then be scaled on screen to a font size that is more comfortable for you.
WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death if it is not avoided. CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or slight injury if it is not avoided. IMPORTANT! Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided. Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, trouble-free use. This product complies with Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices. The launch date of this product is stated in the CE declaration of conformity. Manufacturer
For more information about the product, for example product safety notices and product recalls, contact your Invacare representative. See addresses at the end of this document. 1608216-B
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1.3 Warranty
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Invacare guarantees that their wheelchairs are free from defects and are fully functional. The warranty covers all faults and defects which are verifiably attributable to faulty construction, substandard materials or poor workmanship. Warranty claims against the manufacturer may only be made by the distributor and not by the user of the product.
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The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, the consequences of improper handling or damage, poor maintenance and incorrect assembly or commissioning by the purchaser or a third person or faults which are attributable to circumstances beyond our control. Wearing parts are not covered by the guarantee. The warranty is voided if modifications are made to the product which were not authorized and not performed by the specialist dealer or if inappropriate accessories or spare parts are used. The warranty does not cover consequential costs arising from the rectification of defects such as freight and travel expenses, labor costs, fees etc. The term of the warranty is 24 months. Furthermore, the terms and conditions are part of the general terms and conditions particular to the individual countries in which the product is sold.
1.4 Limitation of liability Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from: • • • 6
Non-compliance with the User Manual Incorrect use Natural wear and tear
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Incorrect assembly or set-up by the purchaser or a third party Technical modifications The usage of unapproved 3rd party accessories instead of a tested and approved Invacare accessories Unauthorized modifications and/or use of unsuitable spare parts
A written authorisation of Invacare must be obtained before installing additional adaptations on an Invacare wheelchair. Otherwise no liability claims can be made.
1.5 Standards and Regulations Quality is fundamental to the company’s operation, working within the disciplines of ISO 13485. The wheelchair has been tested in accordance with EN 12183. It includes a test for flammability (EN 1021-2 or ISO 8191-2). Invacare is continuously working towards ensuring that the company’s impact on the environment, locally and globally, is reduced to a minimum. We use only REACH compliant materials and components.
1.6 Intended use The medium active wheelchair is propelled manually and should only be used for independent or assisted transport of a disabled person with mobility difficulties. This manual wheelchair is intended to provide mobility to persons ages 15 and up (adolescents and adults) with a maximum weight capacity of 125 kg. The device is indicated to provide mobility to persons limited to sitting position. When used without an assistant, it should only be used by persons who 1608216-B
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are physically and mentally able to use the wheelchair safely (e.g. to propel themselves, steer, brake). The wheelchair should only be used on level ground and accessible terrain, as well as indoors. This medium active wheelchair needs to be subscribed and fit to your specific health condition. WARNING! Any other or incorrect use could lead to hazardous situations. There are no contraindications known, when using the wheelchair as intended. CAUTION! – In some configurations, the overall dimensions of the wheelchair when it is ready for use exceed the authorized limits, the access to emergency escape routes is not possible. – In some configurations, the wheelchair exceed the size recommended for travelling by train in the EU. Theft and metal detection systems: in seldom cases the materials used in the wheelchair may activate theft and metal detection systems.
1.7 Service life The expected service life is five years, presuming that the product is used daily and in accordance with safety instructions, maintenance instructions and intended use, stated in this manual. 1608216-B
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2 Safety 2.1 Safety information This section contains important safety information for the protection of the wheelchair user and assistant and for safe, trouble-free use of the wheelchair. WARNING! Risk of accidents and serious injury Accidents with resulting serious injury can occur if the wheelchair is wrongly adjusted. – Adjustments at the wheelchair always must be carried out by an authorized dealer. WARNING! Risk due to driving style being unsuitable for the conditions There is a risk of skidding on wet ground, gravel or uneven terrain. – Always adjust your speed and driving style to the conditions (weather, surface, individual ability, etc.). WARNING! Risk of injury In a collision you could sustain injury to parts of your body that extend beyond the wheelchair (e.g. feet or hands). – Avoid an unbraked collision. – Never drive into an object head-on. – Drive carefully through narrow passages. 8
WARNING! Risk due to wheelchair being out of control At high speed you could lose control of your wheelchair and overturn. – Never exceed a speed of 7 km/h. – Avoid collisions in general. WARNING! Risk of tilting The position of the rear wheel axle and the angle of your wheelchair’s backrest are two of the key adjustments that can affect your stability whilst sitting in the wheelchair. – These changes, any front wheels position and/or angle fork adjustments to the set-up of your wheelchair must only be performed at the direction of a competent person who has fully risk assessed the implication of any changes to the wheelchair configuration. Therefore, consult with your authorized dealer. CAUTION! Risk of burning The wheelchair components can heat up when exposed to external sources of heat. – Do not expose the wheelchair to strong sunlight before use. – Before usage, check all components that come into contact with your skin for their temperature.
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CAUTION! Risk of getting fingers caught There is always a risk of getting, e.g. fingers or arms, caught in the moving parts of the wheelchair. – Make sure when activating the folding or insertion mechanisms of moving parts, such as the removable axle of the rear wheel, folding backrest or anti-tipper, that nothing becomes caught.
The functions of the safety devices are described in chapter 3 Components and their functions, page 11.
2.3 Labels and symbols on the product Identification label The identification label (1. or 2.) is attached to the frame of your wheelchair and gives the following information:
CAUTION! Risk of tipping The hanging of additional load (back pack or similar items) onto your chair backposts can affect the rearward stability of your wheelchair, especially when used in combination with angle adjustable backrests. – Invacare strongly recommend the use of anti-tipper (available as an option) when using your backposts with additional load.
2.2 Safety devices WARNING! Risk of accidents Safety devices that are incorrectly set or no longer working (brakes, antitipper) can cause accidents. – Always check that the safety devices are working before you use the wheelchair and have them checked regularly by the authorized dealer. 1608216-B
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Manufacturer’s address
Snap hook symbols
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Product description
C
Date of manufacture
Depending on the configuration, some wheelchairs may be used as a seat in a motor vehicle, some may not.
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CE mark
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Maximum user weight
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Part number
G
Serial number barcode
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Serial number Read user manual
ISO 717 6-19
Tie-down positions where the restraint system straps must be placed in case of using the wheelchair as a seat in a motor vehicle, see section 7.5 Transporting the occupied wheelchair in a vehicle, page 41. WARNING Symbol This wheelchair is not configured for passenger transport in a motor vehicle. This symbol is attached to the frame close to the identification label.
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death if it is not avoided. Indicates maximum user weight
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3 Components and their functions 3.1 Overview
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Push handle
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Back
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Rear wheel with handrim
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Parking brake
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Front wheel fork with front wheel
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Leg rests, swiveling
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Footrest
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Frame
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Seat
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Armrest
Short description This is a medium active wheelchair with crossbar folding mechanism and swiveling leg rests. The equipment of your wheelchair may differ from the diagram as each wheelchair is manufactured individually to the specifications in the order.
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3.2 Parking brakes
CAUTION! Risk of pinching or crushing There may be a very small gap between the rear wheel or the armrest front socket and the parking brake with the risk that you could trap your fingers. – Keep your fingers away from movable parts when using the brake, always keep your hand on the brake lever.
The parking brakes are used to immobilize the wheelchair when it is stationary to prevent it from rolling away. WARNING! Risk of overturning if you brake sharply If you apply the parking brakes while you are moving, the direction of movement can become uncontrollable and the wheelchair may stop suddenly, which can lead to a collision or to you falling out. – Never apply the parking brakes while you are moving. WARNING! Risk due to wheelchair being out of control – The parking brakes must be operated simultaneously. – Do not apply the parking brakes to slow down the wheelchair. – Do not lean on the parking brakes for support or transfer. WARNING! Risk of overturning The parking brakes will not operate correctly unless there is sufficient air in the tires. – Ensure the correct tire pressure, 3.9 Tires, page 21.
The distance between the brake shoe and the tire can be adjusted. The adjustment must be carried out by an authorized dealer. Standard brake
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The lever of the push handle can be folded back to facilitate transfers. To do so, pull up the lever and fold it backwards.
3.3.2 Fixed backrest
An assistant’s brake (drum brake) is available as an option, the assistant can brake the wheelchair while it is moving, please read section 6.2 Braking during use, page 31.
3.3.3 Folding backrest
Fixed backrest of 0° and 7°: these two backrests do not require adjustments.
To save space for transporting the wheelchair, the backrest can be folded.
3.3 Backrest There are three types of backrest (Fixed, Folding and Reclining) available. 3.3.1 Backrest cover height The backrest cover height can be adjusted for all three types of backrest. WARNING! Risk of tipping The hanging of additional load (back pack or similar items) onto your wheelchair back posts can affect the rearward stability of your wheelchair. This can cause the chair to tip backwards causing injury. – Therefore, Invacare strongly recommend the use of anti-tippers (available as an option) when using your back posts with additional load (back pack or similar items).
Folding and unfolding the backrest 1. 2.
Operate lever A by pulling it and fold the top of the backrest. To return to the initial position, bring the top in the vertical position; it locks automatically.
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3.3.4 Reclining backrest
WARNING! Risk of injury – Always make these adjustments before the user settles down in the wheelchair to prevent injuries. – Invacare strongly recommends the use of anti-tippers (available as an option) in combination with all rear wheel positions when you use your backrest with an angle of 12° and more
To achieve a more comfort position for the user, the backrest can be reclined.
IMPORTANT! – Push on the backrest canes before operating the levers, this is to release the auto-locked security system. WARNING! Risk of tipping Do not move the wheelchair when the backrest is in reclined position. – Invacare strongly recommend the use of anti-tippers (available as an option) when the backrest is in reclined position .
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Release the auto-locked system by pushing on the backrest canes. Simultaneously pull the levers A to provides the same angle on both sides. Release the levers when you reach the desired angle.
Backrest angle The angle of the backrest can be adjusted in four steps (0° to 30°) with the mechanical version, and stepless with the gas struts version.
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3.4 Backbrace for the backrest
Unfolding the backbrace
The backbrace links the two push handles, provides tension to the backrest upholstery and must always be in position on recliner versions.
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CAUTION! – Do not use the backbrace to push the wheelchair. The backbrace is not a push bar ! – Do not attempt to lift the wheelchair using the backbrace ; it may come loose and it could break. – Keep your fingers away from movable parts and sharp edges to prevent injuries.
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Fold the backbrace B upwards. Align the backbrace B with the push handle and push it down on the hand screw A. Firmly tighten the hand screw A and makes sure that the TWO hand screws A are properly tighten . It is important to ensure that the backbrace is correctly fitted and engaged at all times when the chair is in use. It should not be left hanging loose (see label C on the backbrace).
Folding the backbrace
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Slightly loosen the two hand screws A , pull up the backbrace B and swivel it downwards along the backrest. Fold the backbrace B until it is in vertical position.
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3.5 Push handles IMPORTANT! – Always check the push handles before using the wheelchair, as to whether the hand grips are secure, cannot be turned and cannot be pulled off. Height adjustable, integrated push handles (optional) The height adjustable, integrated push handles allow any assistant to adjust the handles to a comfortable level.
CAUTION! If the knob is not correctly tightened, the push handle could accidentally come off the backrest tube while pushing it upwards. – Make sure that the knob is firmly tightened.
3.6 Armrests WARNING! The armrest does not engage into the wheelchair. – Therefore do not hold it in order to lift the wheelchair. CAUTION! Risk of pinching – Keep your fingers away from movable parts during removing, fitting or adjusting the armrest.
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To set the height of the push handles, loosen the knob A, push the handle to the desired position and tighten the knob again.
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3.6.1 Armrest, stepless height adjustable, removable
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Tighten the screw B (5–6 Nm). Perform the setting on both sides.
3.6.2 Armrest, foldable and removable
Removing 1. 2. 3. 4.
Apply the parking brake on both sides. Previously press on the locking mechanism A located at the bottom of the armrest vertical bracket. Pull the armrest by the arm cushion out of the holder. To adjust how easy or difficult it is to pull the armrest out of the holder, change the degree to which the screws D are tightened.
Fitting 1.
Push the armrest into the holder.
Adjusting the height 1. 2.
Loosen the screw B with 5 mm Allen key in the groove C of the armrest tube. Move the armrest upwards or downwards until you reach the desired height, while keeping screw B in place (at the top edge of the holder).
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Folding 1.
Grip the armrest by the armpad or by the front curve and fold it back.
Front removing 1. 2.
Press and hold the armrest release push pin A at the front. Remove armrest from armrest socket by pulling straight up and fold it back.
Front fitting 1. 2.
Push the armrest down and until the front release button B snaps into its armrest socket hole. Ensure button protrudes fully through socket hole. 17
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Rear removing 1.
3.7.1 Swiveling leg rests
Remove armrest from armrest bracket D by pulling straight up on the armrest.
Rear fitting 1. 2.
Position armrest support C over rear armrest bracket D. Push the armrest down until a clear “click” is heard when it’s locked into the armrest bracket D.
3.7 Leg rests WARNING! Risk of injury – Never lift the wheelchair by the footrest supports or leg rests. CAUTION! Risk of pinching – Keep your fingers away from movable parts during folding, disassembling or adjustment.
Swiveling 1.
Swiveling forwards 1.
IMPORTANT! Risk of damage to the leg rest mechanism – Do not place anything heavy, or let children sit on the leg rest.
Activate the release lever A and swivel the leg rests to the outside.
Swivel the leg rest forwards until it engages.
Unhinging 1. 2.
Activate the release lever A. Pull the leg rest upwards.
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Hinge the leg rest on the front of the frame and swivel it forwards until it engages.
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3.7.2 Swiveling, elevating leg rests
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Loosening the knob D and pull it up with one hand while supporting the leg rest with your other hand. Adjust into one of nine preset positions, downwards the knob D into the desired position and firmly tighten the knob.
Calf pad adjustment The calf pad E swings away during transfers and has three depth adjustment options. Depth adjustment: 1. Swiveling 1.
Activate the release lever A and swivel the leg rests to the outside.
Swiveling forwards 1.
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Activate the release lever A. Pull the leg rest upwards.
Hinging 1.
Invacare® recommends that depth adjustment is carried out by an authorized dealer.
Swivel the leg rest forwards until it engages.
Unhinging 1. 2.
After loosening the fixing screw C adjust to the desired depth and firmly tighten the fixing screw.
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Hinge the leg rest on the front of the frame and swivel it forwards until it engages.
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Height adjustable foot plates, version 1 1. Loosening the fixing bolt B with 10 mm spanner. 2. Adjust into one of four preset positions and tighten the fixing bolt (5 Nm) B into the desired position. Height adjustable foot plates, version 2 1. Loosening the fixing screw B with 5 mm Allen key. 2. Adjust into one of four preset positions and tighten the fixing screw (5 Nm) B into the desired position. Height, depth and angle adjustable foot plates 1. Loosening the screw F with 5 mm Allen key. 2. Adjust into the depth and angle positions and firmly tighten the screw (12 Nm) F into the desired position. 19
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Invacare® recommends that footplate adjustment is carried out by an authorized dealer. To ensure a good position of the feet the heel strap is attached to the leg rest support and adjustable by Velcro® fasteners.
3.8 Anti-tipper An anti-tipper prevents the wheelchair from tipping backwards. WARNING! Risk of overturning Anti-tippers that are incorrectly set or no longer working can lead to overturning. – Always check that the anti-tipper is working before using the wheelchair and have it set or readjusted by an authorized dealer when required. – In some configurations, the static stability of the wheelchair may be lower than 10°; Invacare® strongly recommends the use of anti-tipper (available as an option). WARNING! Risk of overturning On uneven or soft ground, the anti-tipper can sink into potholes or directly into the ground, thereby curtailing or eliminating its safety function. – Only use the anti-tipper when travelling on even and firm ground. 20
Activating the anti-tipper 1. 2.
Release the spring button A and swivel the anti-tipper downwards until it engages and the front release button B snaps into the frame hole. Ensure front release button B protrudes fully through frame hole. WARNING! Risk of tipping An activated anti-tipper can catch when negotiating a step or an edge. – Always deactivate the anti-tipper before driving over a step or kerb.
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