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Invacare Blade+
Service Manual
English
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©Invacare
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Invacare.
Invacare Blade+
Contents
1. General
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Symbols
1.3 Copyright protection
1.4 Warranty
1.5 Limitation of liability
1.6 Customer service
1.7 Accidents/near accidents
1.8 Intended use
1.9 Service life
2. safety
2.1 Before any inspection or repair work
2.2 Before operation/After completion of work 6
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2.3 Disposal/recycling components
2.4 Inspection
2.5 Wheelchair overview
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3. technical data
3.1 Dimensions and weight
3.2 Upholstery and frame colours
3.3 Equipment and accessories
3.4 Conformance table width/depth
3.5 Tightening torques
3.6 Identification label
4. Maintenance
4.1 Tools
4.2 Cleaning/disinfecting
4.3 Folding backrest assembly
4.4 Fixed backrest assembly
4.5 Reclining backrest
4.6 Vertical back with adjustable push handles
4.7 Backrest extension
4.8 Swing-away footrest hangers
4.9 Adjustable footrest assembly
4.10 Multi adjustable rea style footplate
4.11 Armrest assembly
4.12 Transit wheel assembly
4.13 Qr rear wheel assembly
4.14 Brake assemblies
4.15 Hub brake assemblies
4.16 Castor assembly
4.17 Seat canvas assembly
4.18 Anti tippers/step tube
4.19 Spoke guard
4.20 table attachment
4.21 pelvic belt
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1. General
1.1 IntroduCtIon
This manual provides basic details to enable the Blade
Plus Wheelchair to be maintained. It is not intended to be a comprehensive maintenance guide/policy, but is intended for use by competent personnel to enable the chair to be adequately maintained.
1.2 syMbols
Warning
This symbol means warning and is used in the user manual for important information to prevent injuries and material damage
Tools/Service
This symbol identifies service work or tools required
Explosion hazard
This symbol warns you of an explosion hazard
Transportation
This symbol identifies important information relevant to transporting your wheelchair in a motor vehicle.
Caution
This symbol marks instructions that need special caution.
1.4 Warranty
Contractual guarantee
This is to certify that your Blade + wheelchair is warranted by Invacare, for a period of 5 years for the frame and crossbars and 24 months for all other parts. This warranty is subject to the following conditions:
1. Only Invacare wheelchairs purchased at full price are warranted against defective workmanship and materials.
2. If a defect or fault is discovered the supplier from whom the appliance was purchased/obtained should be notified immediately.
3. The manufacturer will not accept responsibility for damage caused by misuse or the nonobservance of the intructions set out in the
Maintenance Manual.
4. During the period of the warranty, any parts that have become defective due to faulty workmanship or materials, will be renewed or repaired free of charge by the Invacare supplier.
5. The warranty will be forfeited should any unauthorised alteration be made to the equipment.
6. The purchaser’s statutory rights under the
Consumer Protection Act are not affected.
1.3 CopyrIGht proteCtIon
The information set out in this manual may be modified without prior notice. This manual contains copyright information. All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be photocopied or reproduced without prior written agreement from INVACARE or its appointed representative.
1.5 lIMItatIon of lIabIlIty
This warranty does not extend to the consequential costs resulting from fault clearance, in particular freight and travel costs, loss of earnings, expenses, etc.
Invacare shall not be liable for:
- natural wear and tear
- inappropriate or incorrect use
- defective assembly or setting-up by the purchaser or third parties
- defective or negelectful treatment
- use of unsuitable spares
- alterations to the wheelchair which occur as a result of incorrectly or improperly executed maintenance or overhaul.
- Repairs to any components other than those shown in this manual are not allowed. Repairs to any metal work is not generally premitted without express permission of Invacare Ltd. All fasteners i.e. bolts, Nyloc nuts and any fastner showing damage must be renewed.
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1.6 CustoMer servICe
For Customer Service enquiries, repairs, servicing and spares, contact INVACARE Ltd at the address below.
Invacare Limited, Pencoed Technology Park,
Pencoed, Bridgend CF35 5HZ
Switchboard Tel: +44 (0)1656 776200,
Fax: +44 (0)1656 776201
Customer services Tel: +44 (0)1656 776222,
Fax: +44 (0)1656 776220
Technical Services Tel: +44 (0)1656 776333
Fax: +44 (0)1656 776330
www.invacare.co.uk
Please quote these details:
- Part Number
- Description
- Quantity required of each item
- Serial No.
If the wheelchair has to be transported back to the manufacturer for major reapirs you should always use the original packaging for transport. You should include as accurate a fault description as possible
1.7 aCCIdents/near aCCIdents
Please inform your Invacare office immediately of any accidents or near-accidents that have been caused by this wheelchair and that have led to, or could have led to, personal injury. The relevant authority must also be contacted and reported to.
1.8 Intended use
InvaCare blade +
Indoor and outdoor configurable wheelchair offered with various options compliant with EN 12184:1999
Section 5 Class B.
The Blade Plus manual wheelchair has been designed to provide mobility and comfort for persons with impaired mobility.
The wheelchair has been designed to be used either/or by a seated user/carer/attendant on both indoor and outdoor environments.
The wheelchair has, in its standard format, been designed to accomodate users who weigh up to a maximum of 90 kg, have all limbs intact and have sufficient upper body strenght to maintain a safe position within the wheelchair without the addition of supporting aids.
Adaptions from standard wheelchair format are available to accomodate users who do not meet the above criteria, but these will only be considered after a suitable assessment of the risk has been carried out by a qualified person. For example: A user with either a full or a partial amputation or other condition which affects the centre of gravity will need to have a stability evaluation to minimize the risk of inadvertant tipping.
The wheelchair should only be used in accordance with the safety advice given within this user guide.
Failure to follow the recommended advice could lead to personal injury.
No claims are made that the product will medically inprove the circumstances or condition of the user.
1.9 servICe lIfe
InvaCare blade +
We assume that our wheelchairs will be in use daily.
For this reason the whole equipment is subject to an almost continuous stress and consequently, natural wear and tear. Taking this into consideration and provided that the wheelchair is maintained properly, the lifetime of the Invacare Blade+ is approximately
5 years. If the wheelchair is used less frequently, e.g. if you use it inside your apartment only, and if it is maintained perfectly, the service life may increase accordingly.
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2. safety
2.1 before any InspeCtIon or repaIr
Work
These safety instructions are intended to prevent accidents at work your suitable workshop environment and it is imperative that they are observed.
Read and observe this maintenance manual and the associated user manual
Prop up the wheelchair with appropriate supports before starting the dissassembly or assembly.
Never use standard nuts instead of self-locking nuts.
When using loctite, use goggles and gloves.
2.3 dIsposal/reCyClInG CoMponents
• The equipment wrapping is potentially recycable
• The metal parts are used for scrap metal recycling
• The plastic parts are used for plastc recycling
• Electric components and printed circuit boards are disposed of as electronic scrap.
• Disposal must be carried out in accordance with the respective national legal provisions
• Ask your city or district council for details of the local waste management companies
2.2 before operatIon/
after CoMpletIon of Work
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Check all fixings for tight fit (Refer to torque settings where applicable)
All nyloc nuts should be replaced after removal
Check that the brake assembly locks fully and that the chair is unable to move
Chack that the handgrips are secured and cannot twist or be pulled off
Check that the folding back plunger locks securely into the lower back post when the push handles are in the upright position
Check that the seat and back upholstery are in a good condition
Check that the footrests are fitted correctly fitted
Check that the hanger assembly is fitted correctly and that it is in working order
Check that anti-tippers are in good working order, if fitted
Check that the position belt is securely fitted and in good condition
Check that brazed parts are in good condition
Check the tyre pressure
Check that the transportation tie down labels are in good condition (replace if necessary) as a last check, always carry out a test run
2.4 InspeCtIon
In general, a weekly visual check will meet all the inspection ewquirements.
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Ensure that the following things are checked:
• Fabric is undamaged and has no signs of sagging
The footrest is correctly fitted
Both armrests are securely fitted in place.
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Brake mechanism operates freely and when locked, the wheelchair does not move.
Footplates are undamaged and are correctly fitted.
Tyres are in good order and the wheels are not damaged.
If stabilisers are fitted, they are firmly locked in place.
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2.5 WheelChaIr overvIeW outrigged transit version
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1. Transit wheel
2. Castor
3. Footrest
4. Outrigged frame
5. Seat
6. Armrest
7. Backrest
8. Push handles
9. Backrest folding mechanism
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6 outrigged self propel version
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1. Rear wheel
2. Handrim
3. Spoke guard
4. Castor
5. Outrigged frame
6. Brake
7. Seat
8. Armrest
9. Backrest
10. Push handles
11. Backrest folding mechanism
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swing-away transit version
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1. Rear wheel
2. Handrim
3. Spoke guard
4. Castor
5. Swing-away fottrests
6. Brake
7. Seat
8. Armrest
9. Backrest
10. Push handles
11. Backrest folding mechanism
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1. Rear wheel
2. Brake
3. Castor
4. Swing-away fottrests
5. Seat
6. Armrest
7. Backrest
8. Push handles
9. Backrest folding mechanism
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3.1 dIMensIons and WeIGht
3. technical data
Seat width Seat depth Seat height Backrest height Armrest height
Legrest length
Total width Folded width Total height Total length
Weight Maximum user
weight
Maximum
incline
Seat width inches
Seat width cm
Seat depth inches
Seat depth cm
Seat to Ground height inches
Seat to Ground height cm
Backrest height inches
Backrest height cm
Armrest height Adjustable inches
Armrest height Adjustable cm
Legrest length
Total width Swingaway inches
Total width Swingaway cm
Total width Outrigged inches
Total width Outrigged cm
Total height
Total length
Weight
Max user. weight
10"
25.5cm
9"
23cm
18"
45.7cm
16½"
42cm
3½"
9cm
15 - 28cm
17"
43cm
18½"
47cm
62 - 94cm
89 - 94cm
13.5 - 15kg
90kg
11"
28cm
10"
25.5cm
4½
11.5cm
18"
46cm
19½"
49.5cm
12"
30.5cm
11"
28cm
5½
14cm
19"
48cm
20½"
52cm
13"
33cm
12"
30.5cm
6½
16.5cm
20"
51cm
21½"
54cm
14"
33.5cm
13"
33cm
15"
38cm
14"
35.5cm
7½
19cm
21"
53cm
22½"
57cm
8½
21.5cm
22"
56cm
23½"
60cm
15"
38cm
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3.2 upholstery and fraMe Colours
upholstery type and backrest cover
Black Canvas frame colours
Black, metallic red, metallic blue, metallic purple
3.3 equIpMent and aCCessorIes
Invacare offers the Blade Plus wheelchair in various defined optional types. Please refer to the Invacare Ltd prescription forms or contact the Invacare cumstomer service for further information.
backrest
Folding
Fixed
Vertical back with adjustable push handles
0-30° reclining back
seat cushions
Standard 5 cm
Flotech lite
legrests
Swing-away
Outrigged
Height, backward, forward and rotational adjustment footplates
Multi-adjustable Rea Adapt style footplate
armrests
Detachable with adjustable height
Castors
12,5*2,5 cm solid
12,5*4,5 solid
rear wheels
12,5, 20, 22’’ solid or pneumatic
brake
Push to lock brakes
Extended push to lock brakes
Attendant drumbrake
others
Spoke guard
Anti-tip device
Table Tray fixation
Pelvic belt
Sideguard
Tipping lever
Capstan handrim
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3.4 ConforManCe table WIdth/depth
WIdth
9''/23 cm
10''/25,5 cm Y
10''/25,5 cm 11''/28 cm 12''/30,5 cm 13''/33 cm 14''/35,5 cm 15''/38 cm
Y Y Y Y N N
Y Y Y N N
11''/28 cm
12''/30,5 cm Y
13''/33 cm
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14''/35,5 cm N
15''/38 cm N
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3.5 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.
Thread
Tightening torque in
Nm ±10%
M4
3 Nm
M5
6 Nm
M6
10 Nm
M8
25 Nm
M10
49 Nm
M12 M14 M16
80 Nm 120 Nm 180 Nm
Damage can be caused to the wheelchair 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 liste here finger tight.
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3.6 IdentIfICatIon label
Model
INVACARE International SARL
Maximum incline
Serial No.
Manufacturing date
Max. user weight
Unladen weight
Total weight
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Location of the identification/serial label on the wheelchair
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4. Maintenance
4.1 tools
The following list details the basic tools required to carry out the maintenance given in the following subchapters:
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Pliers
Spanners 8-26 mm
Pozidrive screwdriver
Thin flat bladed screwdriver
Torque wrench
Allen keys 4 and 5 mm
Protected jaw grips
Nylon mallet
Pop rivet gun
4.2 CleanInG/dIsInfeCtInG
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Ensure that the product is clean and disenfected before carrying out any maintenance. Pay attention to the following points:
Only use a damp cloth and gentle detergent
Do not use any abrasive or scouring agents
Do not use any high-pressure cleaning devices1
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4.3 foldInG baCkrest asseMbly
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Backrest canvas
Hand grips
Push handle
Pop rivet
Nyloc nut
Washer
Backrest lever
Spring
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Backrest pin
Button head bolt
11. Top casting
12. Plain washer
13. Nyloc nut
14. Rubber buffer
15. Bottom casting
16. Pop rivet
17. Taptite screw
18. Cup washer
19. Frame
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Inspection:
Look for the following:
No signs of sagging or excessive wear in the canvas (1).
No evidence of fraying, especially around the fasteners points.
That taptite (17) screws are not missing
That cup washers (18) are not missing
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Inspect the locking mechanism for the following:
That rubber buffers (14) are not deformed or damaged.
That it locks safely when the push handles (3) are in the upright position
That it is not stiff to operate (action should be smooth and positive).
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A, Release the locking levers (7) and fold the push handle (3) down
B, Unscrew and remove the four taptite screws (17) and cup washers (18) from the push handles
C, Unscrew and remove the two button head bolts (10), Nyloc nuts (13) and plain washers (12)
D, Remove the two taptite screws, cupwasher, Nyloc nut, washer, lever, spring and pin.
E, Slide the backrest canvas off the lower half of the back frame (19).
Replacing the backrest canvas and push handle assembly
A, To replace the backrest canvas is the reverse of the removal, however ensure the following:
B, That new nyloc nuts are fitted
C, That the securing points are undamaged
D, That new cup washers are fitted as required
E, That the backrest canvas is stretched evenly and is taut.
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removal of snap-in bottom casting kit
A, Ensure that the armrest is removed. Support the wheelchair as stable as possible.
B, Using a 5 mm diameter drill bit, drill out the four rivets (4) and remove casting.
CAUTION
Ensure that when drilling out the rivets (4) the holes in the frame are not damaged .
replacing snap-in bottom casting kit
A,Ensure that the casting is located correctly and secure. Use pop rivets supplied.
removal of hand grip
A, Remove the push handle assembly. Support the push handle in a soft jawed vice.
B, Carefully cut the hand grip (2) along its length. The hand grip can then be removed.
CAUTION
Great care must be taken when using sharp instruments.
replacement of hand grip
A, Apply a few drops of instant glue inside of the mouth of the hand grip.
B, Align hand grip onto push handle and fully locate hand grip onto push handle using a nylon mallet.
4.4 fIxed baCkrest asseMbly
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Backrest canvas
Hand grips, push handle
Taptite screws and washers
Button head bolts, plain washers, cup washers and nyloc nuts
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Inspection:
Look for the following:
No signs of sagging or excessive wear in the canvas (1).
No evidence of fraying, especially around the fasteners points.
That taptite (17) screws are not missing
That cup washers (18) are not missing removal of the backrest canvas and push handle assembly
A, Unscrew and remove the six taptite screws and washers (3) from the push handles
B, Unscrew and remove the four button head bolts, washers and nyloc nuts (4)
C, Lift the push handles off the frame
D, Slide the backrest canvas off the lower half of the back frame
Replacing the backrest canvas and push handle assembly
A, To replace the backrest canvas is the reverse of the removal, however ensure the following:
B, That new nyloc nuts are fitted
C, That the securing points are undamaged
D, That new cup washers are fitted as required
E, That the backrest canvas is stretched evenly and is taut.
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4.5 reClInInG baCkrest
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1. Recliner backrest tube
2. Recliner rear seat frame kit
3. Gas strut 300N
4. Pram handle
5. Recliner backrest seat canvas
6. Headrest kit
7. Headrest lateral tube
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Inspection.
Look for the following:
• No sign of sagging or excessive wear in the canvas (5)
• No signs of fraying, especially around the fastener points. (Headrest, Pram handle & Back Canvas)
• No fasteners are missing & are not loose.
• Recliner backrest has a smooth function.
• No sharp edges or burrs.
removal of the reclining back post:
• Release and remove fasteners on headrest lateral tube (7).
• Push in spring pin and lift out headrest kit (6).
• Push in spring pin and slide pram handle (4) out of recliner backrest tubes (1).
• Release and remove fasteners on recliner backrest canvas (5) slide canvas over recliner backrest tubes.
• Release and remove fasteners on recliner rear seat frame kit (2)
• Remove recliner backrest tubes (1)
To assemble is to reverse the above process.
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4.6 vertICal baCk WIth adjustable push handles
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1. Backrest canvas
2. Push handles
3. Handknobs
4. Backrest tubes
5. Screws, washers and nuts
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Inspection.
Look for the following:
• No sign of sagging or excessive wear in the canvas (1)
• No signs of fraying, especially around the fastener points.
• No fasteners are missing & are not loose.
• No sharp edges or burrs.
removal of the vertical back with adjustable push handles:
• Release and remove fasteners (5).
• Release and remove Hand knobs (3).
• Slide canvas (1) over push handles (2)
• Remove backrest tubes (4)
To assemble is to reverse the above process
4.7 baCkrest extensIon
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1. Uprights
2. Upholstery
3. Screws, washers and nuts
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The backrest extension has two uprights (1) and a backrest extension upholstery (2). The locating pegs should only be fitted to the push handles of the backrest by a qualified technician.
When refitting, make sure that it is firmly fixed onto the locations fitted to the backrest tubes. Raise the head rest assembly to remove it from the tubes of the recliner backrest.
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4.8 sWInG-aWay footrest hanGers
Inspection:
Look for the following:
· No sharp edges or burrs
· No fasteners are missing or are not loose
· No damage to footplates removal of the swing-away footrest hangers
· Release latch bracket to remove hanger assembly from frame
To assemble is to reverse the above process.
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4.9 adjustable footrest asseMbly
3 4 5 6
1 2
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14 13
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12
1 Bolt
2 Cam roller
3 Countersunk head screw
4 Fixing bracket RH
6 Insert
5. Nyloc nut
7 Footplate spacer ’B’
8 Adjustment tube
9 Plastic cap
10 Clamp plate
11 Washer
12 Screw
13 Footplate spacer ’A’
14 Bolt
15 Footplate removing and replacing an adjustable footrest assembly
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Insepction
Check the following:
That the footplate (16) is undamaged and securely fitted in place
That the footrest is securely in place
That the stem assembly is undamaged
That locating holes and bracket are free from damage
Any defects to the above will require the assembly to be reapired.
removing an adjustable footrest assembly
A, Unscrew bolt (1) screw (3) and dished washer (6).
B, Withdraw bolts (1) and spacer (2).
removing a footplate
A, Loosen but do not remove screws (12)
B, Slide the footplate (15) free of the pivot asembly (8).
replacing an adjustable footrest assembly
A, Replacing any component previously mentioned is the reverse of the removal.
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4.10 MultI adjustable rea style footplate
Inspection
Check the following:
· That the footplate is undamaged and securely fitted in position
· That fasteners are secure and not loose removal of Multi adjustable rea style footplate
· Release and remove fasteners
· Remove footplate assembly
To assemble is to reverse the above process
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4.11 arMrest asseMbly
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9
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1, Armrest pad
2, Bung
3, Taptite screw
4, Armrest frame
5, Skirt guard
6, Cup washer
7, Taptite screw
8, Armrest block
9, Pozidrive head screw
10, Dished washer
11, Nyloc nut
12, Armrest stop removing and replacing an armrest assembly
A, Check the armrest (1) and frame (4) for any defects (see Inspection). If any defects are observed see below for instructions on maintenance.
B, The armrest can be renewed as either a complete assembly or the frame, skirt guard and armpad.
Inspection
Inspect on a regular basis for the following:
A, Frame (4) skirt guard (5) and finish are undamaged
B, Armrest pad (1) is undamaged and securely fastened in place repairing an armrest assembly
Note: For ease of maintenence the armrest assembly can be replaced as a complete assembly.
To repair the aremrest assemblu proceed as follows:
A, Support the frame (4) using a soft jawed vice
B, To remove the armrest pad unscrew the two taptite screws (3) and then remove the armrest pad from the
frame.
C, To remove the skirtgurad unscrew and remove the taptite screw (7) and cup washer (6) and slide the skirt
gurad from the armrest block (8).
D, To remove the armrest block unscrew and remove the two pozidrive head screws (9), nyloc nut (11) and
dished washer (10).
replacing an armrest assembly
To replace any of the components of the armrest is the reverse of the removal; however ensure the following:
A, The skirt guard is flush fitting to the frame
B, Bungs (2) are undamaged when replaced
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4.12 transIt Wheel asseMbly
1 1, Transit wheel
2, Locknut
3, Washer
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Inspection
Check the following on a weekly basis:
Damage and excessive wear to either wheel or tyre
Spin the wheel and check that no binding, grating noise or unconcentric rotation is present
That the rim and spokes are undamaged removing a transit wheel assembly
A, Raise and support the wheelchair so the damaged wheel is free of the ground
B, Using a suitable sized spanner grip the nut located behind the wheel hub
C, Using a torque wrench, unscrew and remove the locknut (2)
D, Slide the wheel free from its location on the frame
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4.13 qr rear Wheel asseMbly
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1, Nyloc nut
2, Flat washer
3, Dished washer
4, Locknut
5, Mounting block
6, Bolt
7, Wheel mounting bush
8, Screw
9, Whasher
10, Wheel
11, Spacer
12, Handrim
13, Inner button
14, Axle
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Inspection
1. Check wheel is not buckled or physically damaged. Replace if required.
2. Check by hand that each quick release wheel locates correctly in both quick releases axle bushes. Ensuring that the ball bearings protrude fully to secure a locked position.
3. Check that there is no significant sideward movement.
4. Check that fixed axle lock nut is fully secured.
5. Check that handrim is in good condition and secure.
6. Check tyre for wear (and correct inflation when applicable), both wheels should allow the same degree of wear (see side of tyre for pressure rating).
7. Check that spokes for tension and general condition.
8. Check brake alignment is horizontal to tyre.
9. Check brake functionality.
Note: For ease of maintenance the self propel rear wheel assembly can be purchased as a complete assembly.
Caution: Take care while supporting the wheel chair in order to remove the wheel. Handrims are constantly in contact with your hands. Make sure that they are not damaged.
Explosion Hazard: Never exceed the pressure on the side walls of the tyre, otherwise, the tyre may explode andcause injuries!
removing a rear wheel assembly fitted with a quick release hub
A, Push the inner button (13) and slide the wheel assembly out of the locating block replacing a quick release axle
To remove a quick release axle (14) proceed as follows:
A, Remove the wheel (see above)
B, Remove the axle (14) from the hub adjusting a quick release axle
A, Using a suitable socket on the nut and a suitable spanner on the axle end, adjust to give a secured fit into the axle bushes
B, Ensure that each quick release wheellocates correctly in both quick release axle bushes removing/replacing the handrim
A, Remove all (8) Screws & (9) Washers.
B, Remove all (11) Spacers.
C, Remove (12) Handrim.
D, Assemble (12) Handrim with (11) Spacers, (9) Washers & (8) Screws.
E, Ensure all (8) Screws are securely assembled.
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4.14 brake asseMblIes
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Note: The brake assembly is handed, ensure that if both assemblies are removed that the correct assembly is fitted to the correct side.
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Inspection
Check the following:
That the brake assembly locks fully and that the wheelchair does not move
That the brake action is positive and that it is not stiff
• That the stop bar is abraded.
If brake assembly is required to be adjusted please follow “Replacing a brake assembly” instruction below.
removing a brake assembly
For ease of maintenence the brake assembly can be removed as a complete assembly
Note the position of the assembly.
A, Ensure that the brake assembly is in the unlocked position
B, Support the brake assembly and unscrew the socket head screw
C, Remove the brake assembly from its location replacing a brake assembly
· Position brake assembly into correct position with rear wheel position
· Ensure brake shoe is horizontally positioned with rear wheel tyre
· Brake shoe should only be securely tighten into position when brake locks securely against rear wheel tyre
· Ensure brake assembly is securely fitted.
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4.15 hub brake asseMblIes
Torque
3-4 Nm
Loctite 243
Torque
6 Nm
Torque
40-45 Nm
Besides the functions provided by manual brakes, the optional hub brakes provide slow down (for example, on a slope) and improve safety because they are still efficient when you have a flat tyre!
To slow down gradually pull the lever upwards. To lock the brake in parking position, with the lever tightened, push the lock to engage it in the notches of the brake handle;then pull the lock up to unlock. To adjust braking:turn the screw counterclockwise to increase braking force and turn clockwise to reduce it.
The specific adjustments of hub brakes must always be performed by your Dealer.
Always operate the two brakes simultaneously and do not take slopes exceeding 5% to ensure perfect control of the wheelchair steering!
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Always mount the hub brake attachment in the rear backwards position.
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4.16 Castor asseMbly
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4
1. Fork nut
2. Castor wheel
3. Fork nut
4. Castor wheel
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Check the castor wheel assembly for any defescts. If any defects are detected, see below for maintenance information.
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Inspection
Check the following:
That the castor fork is undamaged
That the tyre is not cracked or excessively worn
That the castor wheel rotates freely when lifted clear of the ground and spun
That the tyre is fitted and concentric within the rim removing a castor assembly
A, Raise and support the front of the wheelchair
B, Using the fork nut (1,3) unscrew the castor wheel until the castor assembly releases from its location
C, Remove the castor wheel assembly
D, Check that the castor wheel location is undamaged and clean replacing a castor wheel assembly
Caution
Apply Loctite 243 to the thread of the castor wheel shaft and ensure that the castor wheel is tightened using the fork nut to a torque of 30 lbf.ft.
A, Replacing the castor wheel assembly is the reverse of the removal; ensure the following:
B, That the castor wheel assembly is firmly located and secure
C, That is can rotate freely 360 °
D, That it is undamaged
E, Once correctly fitted, remove the support and allow the wheelchair to sit on all four wheels. Check that it functions correctly.
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4.17 seat Canvas asseMbly
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10
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1 Seat canvas
2 Taptite screw
3 Cup washer
4 Side frame
5 Seat adjustment tube
6 Hex head bolt
7 Washer
8 Nut
9 Upholstery strip
10 Seat stay
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5
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9
7 8
10
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Inspection
Check for the following
Damage to seat canvas
Sagging
Upholstery strip missing and/or damaged
Replace and/or tighten any screws or cup washers that are missing/damaged removing the seat canvas
A, Unscrew and remove the six taptite screws (2) and cup washers (3).
B, Remove the two upholstery strips (9) located inside the seat canvas
C, Remove the seat canvas replacing the seat canvas
A, Replacing the seat canvas is the reverse of the removal
B; Ensure that the seat canvas is the correct size for the wheelchair being repaired.
C, If a new size seat canvas is being fitted, check the following:
- Correct size reinforcing bar is used
- Seat adjustment tubes (5) have been correctly adjusted
- The two stays (10) have been correctly adjusted to allow the chassis to take the fitted seat canvas.
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4.18 antI tIppers/step tube
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Inspection
Check the following:
· That the Anti tipper assembly is securely fitted in correct position
· Check that spring clip locks into position and is secure fit removal of anti tipper/step tube
For easy of maintenance the anti tipper assembly can be removed as a complete assembly.
· Push inwards spring clip
· In a pulling motion, remove anti tipper assembly from frame
To assemble, reverse the above process
1. Anti-tipper regular
2. Anti-tipper for transit wheels
3. Step tube
4. Anti-tipper for reclining backrest
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4.19 spoke Guard
Inspection
Check the following:
· Spoke guards are undamaged.
· Spoke guards are securely in position
· No damage or excessive wear to cable ties removal of spoke Guards
For easy of maintenance the Spoke Guards can be removed as a complete assembly.
· Remove cables ties from rear wheel
· Remove spoke guard from rear wheel
To assemble is to reverse the above process
4.20 table attaChMent
Inspection
Check the following:
· Table tray attachment is undamaged.
· Table tray attachment is securely in position
· No damage or excessive wear to hand knob.
removal of table tray attachment
For easy of maintenance the Table tray attachment can be removed as a complete assembly.
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· Remove screw from arm pad assembly
· Remove table tray attachment
To assemble is to reverse the above process
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4.21 pelvIC belt
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B
C
1. The pelvic belt is used to prevent the risk of falling or sliding out of the chair and for providing the user with a good posture.
2. The pelvic belt is mounted on the backrest brackets. Thread the belt through the mounting on the chair and then through the two plastic buckles. It is important that both buckles are used. There is a danger the belt might slip if the belt is threaded through only one.
3. adjustment
Ensure that the user is sitting fully back in the seat and that the pelvis is as upright and symmetrical as possible - not forward on one side or tilted back. Position the lap belt so that the hip bones can be felt above the belt. Adjust the length using the buckles so that there is just sufficient room for your hand to slide between your body and the belt. It is recommended that the clasp is kept in a central position, i.e. make adjustments to each side. These adjustments should be checked and possibly changed each time the belt is used.
4. If the belt has come loose at the metallic clasp it should be threaded according to the pictures a-c. Please make sure that the belt cannot slide.
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Belgium & Luxemburg:
Invacare nv, Autobaan 22, B-8210 Loppem
Tel: (32) (0)50 83 10 10, Fax: (32) (0)50 83 10 11 [email protected]
Danmark:
Invacare A/S, Sdr. Ringvej 37, DK-2605 Brøndby
Tel: (45) (0)36 90 00 00, Fax: (45) (0)36 90 00 01 [email protected]
Deutschland:
Invacare Aquatec GmbH, Alemannenstraße 10,
D-88316 Isny
Tel: (49) (0)75 62 7 00 0, Fax: (49) (0)75 62 7 00 66 [email protected]
Ulrich Alber GmbH, Vor dem Weissen Stein 21,
D-72461 Albstadt-Tailfingen
Tel: (49) (0)7432 2006 0, Fax: (49) (0)7432 2006 299 [email protected]
European Distributor Organisation:
Invacare, Kleiststraße 49, D-32457 Porta Westfalica
Tel: (49) (0)57 31 754 540, Fax: (49) (0)57 31 754 541 [email protected]
España:
Invacare SA, c/Areny s/n, Polígon Industrial de Celrà,
E-17460 Celrà (Girona)
Tel: (34) (0)972 49 32 00, Fax: (34) (0)972 49 32 20 [email protected]
France:
Invacare Poirier SAS, Route de St Roch, F-37230
Fondettes
Tel: (33) (0)2 47 62 64 66, Fax: (33) (0)2 47 42 12 24 [email protected]
Ireland:
Invacare Ireland Ltd, Unit 5 Seatown Business
Campus, Seatown Road, Swords, County Dublin -
Ireland
Tel: (353) 1 810 7084, Fax: (353) 1 810 7085 [email protected]
Italia:
Invacare Mecc San s.r.l., Via dei Pini 62, I-36016
Thiene (VI)
Tel: (39) 0445 38 00 59, Fax: (39) 0445 38 00 34 [email protected]
Nederland:
Invacare BV, Celsiusstraat 46, NL-6716 BZ Ede
Tel: (31) (0)318 695 757, Fax: (31) (0)318 695 758 [email protected]
Norge:
Invacare AS, Grensesvingen 9, Postboks 6230,
Etterstad, N-0603 Oslo
Tel: (47) (0)22 57 95 00, Fax: (47) (0)22 57 95 01 [email protected] [email protected]
Österreich:
Invacare Austria GmbH, Herzog Odilostrasse 101,
A-5310 Mondsee
Tel: (43) 6232 5535 0, Fax: (43) 6232 5535 4 [email protected]
Portugal:
Invacare Lda, Rua Estrada Velha, 949, P-4465-784
Leça do Balio
Tel: (351) (0)225 1059 46/47, Fax: (351) (0)225
1057 39 [email protected]
Sverige & Suomi:
Invacare AB, Fagerstagatan 9, S-163 91 Spånga
Tel: (46) (0)8 761 70 90, Fax: (46) (0)8 761 81 08 [email protected]
Switzerland:
Invacare AG, Benkenstrasse 260, CH-4108 Witterswil
Tel: (41) (0)61 487 70 80, Fax: (41) (0)61 487 70 81 [email protected]
United Kingdom:
Invacare Limited, Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed, Bridgend CF35 5HZ
Switchboard Tel: (44) (0)1656 776200, Fax: (44)
(0)1656 776201
Customer services Tel: (44) (0)1656 776222, Fax:
(44) (0)1656 776220
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