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Page 2 - WARNING

At’m 2 Part No. 1125035 WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. ALSO, A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES IN THE SERVICE MANUAL. WHEELCHAIR USERS: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING (1) THE OWNER’...

Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No. 1125035 3 At’m TABLE OF CONTENTS REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT................................................................ 6SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 9LABEL LOCATION .............................................

Page 6 - REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT; Complete and mail the form on the next page

At’m 6 Part No. 1125035 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT The benefits of registering:1. Safeguard your investment.2. Ensure long term maintenance and servicing of your purchase.3. Receive updates with product information, maintenance tips, and industry news.4. Invacare can contact you or your provider, if serv...

Page 7 - PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM

Name _______________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________ City ___________________ State/Province __________ Zip/Postal Code ________ Email ___________________________________ Phone No. _________________ Invacare Model ...

Page 9 - SPECIAL NOTES; NOTICE; THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO; WARNINGS; signs of wear appear, belt MUST be replaced immediately.

SPECIAL NOTES Part No. 1125035 9 At’m SPECIAL NOTES WARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.WHEELCHAIR USERAs a ...

Page 10 - LABEL LOCATION

LABEL LOCATION At’m 10 Part No. 1125035 LABEL LOCATION NOTE: Warning label 1125068 is also located on the opposite side NOTE: Warning label 1125069 is also located on the opposite side

Page 11 - TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS

TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Part No. 1125035 11 At’m TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS *NOTE: Range will vary with battery conditions, surface, terrain, and operating weight. PARAMETERS At’m SEAT WIDTH: 16, 18 inches SEAT DEPTH: 14, 16 inches BACK HEIGHT: 18, 21 inches SEAT-TO-FLOOR: 20 inches OVERALL WIDTH...

Page 12 - SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES; operation and use of this product.; CONTROLLER SETTINGS/REPAIR OR SERVICE

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES At’m 12 Part No. 1125035 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product. DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and un...

Page 14 - ACCESSORIES; CHARGING BATTERIES

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES At’m 14 Part No. 1125035 Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service verify that on/off switch on the joystick is in the off position. Avoid storage or use near external flame or combustible products. ACCESSORIES EXTREME care should be exercised when using o...

Page 15 - GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS; WEIGHT TRAINING

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1125035 15 At’m GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round grounding prong from any plug used with or for Invacare products. Some devices are equipped with three-prong (grounding) plugs for protection against possible shock h...

Page 16 - SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION; CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFORMATION

SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION At’m 16 Part No. 1125035 SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION WARNING CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED WHEELCHAIR.Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Power...

Page 17 - CHANCE OF UNINTENDED BRAKE RELEASE OR POWERED WHEELCHAIR

SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION Part No. 1125035 17 At’m WARNING Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from hand-held radio wave sources (transceivers) are of special conce...

Page 18 - STABILITY AND BALANCE; COPING WITH EVERYDAY OBSTACLES

SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS At’m 18 Part No. 1125035 SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS “Safety and Handling” of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved i...

Page 19 - A NOTE TO WHEELCHAIR ASSISTANTS; to the user and/or damage to the wheelchair.

SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1125035 19 At’m A NOTE TO WHEELCHAIR ASSISTANTS WARNING DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts. Lift- ing by means of removable (detachable) parts of the wheelchair may result in injury to the user and/or damage to ...

Page 20 - PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS At’m 20 Part No. 1125035 PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.Proper positioning is essential for your safety. When...

Page 21 - SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLISTS; CAUTION; wear and should be replaced as necessary.; INSPECT/ADJUST INITIALLY

SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No. 1125035 21 At’m SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Every six (6) months or as necessary take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance...

Page 22 - INSPECT/ADJUST WEEKLY

SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING At’m 22 Part No. 1125035 INSPECT/ADJUST WEEKLY ❑ Check pneumatic tires for proper inflation. ❑ Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are secure. ❑ Inspect tires for flat spots and wear. INSPECT/ADJUST MONTHLY ❑ Ensure no excessive side movement o...

Page 23 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No. 1125035 23 At’m TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE NOTE: For additional troubleshooting information and explanation of error codes, refer to the Electronics Manual supplied with each wheelchair. SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS Erratic performance of wheelchai...

Page 24 - CORRECTLY, STOP CORRECTLY OR MAY EXPERIENCE ERRATIC; OPERATING THE WHEELCHAIR; TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF; USING THE JOYSTICK TO DRIVE THE CHAIR

SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION At’m 24 Part No. 1125035 SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.DO NOT USE YOUR WHEELCHAIR UNLESS IT HAS THE PRO...

Page 25 - USING THE HORN

SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION Part No. 1125035 25 At’m The joystick has proportional drive control, meaning that the further it is pushed from the upright (neutral) position, the faster the wheelchair moves. The maximum speed, however, is limited by the setting of the speed-control knob. To slow th...

Page 26 - JOYSTICK SWITCHES AND INDICATORS; SPEED CONTROL KNOB; JOYSTICK

SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION At’m 26 Part No. 1125035 JOYSTICK SWITCHES AND INDICATORS NOTE: For the following information, refer to FIGURE 5.1. ON/OFF BUTTON This button is located on the joystick housing. SPEED CONTROL KNOB The speed control knob is located on the back of the joystick housing. T...

Page 28 - MULTI FUNCTION CHARGER PORT; RESETTING THE CIRCUIT BREAKER

SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION At’m 28 Part No. 1125035 MULTI FUNCTION CHARGER PORT WARNING Set-up/programming of the Electronic Control Unit is to be performed only by a qualified technician. The final adjust- ments of the controller may affect other activities of the wheelchair. Damage to the equi...

Page 29 - SECTION 6—SEAT; switch on the joystick is in the Off position.; REMOVING/INSTALLING THE SEAT; REMOVING; INSTALLING

SECTION 6—SEAT Part No. 1125035 29 At’m SECTION 6—SEAT WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service verify that On/Off swit...

Page 31 - REPLACING SEAT POSITIONING STRAP; FIGURE 6.2 - REPLACING SEAT POSITIONING STRAP

SECTION 6—SEAT Part No. 1125035 31 At’m REPLACING SEAT POSITIONING STRAP WARNING ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap.The seat positioning strap is a positioning belt ONLY. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs...

Page 32 - SECTION 7—JOYSTICK; switch on the joystick is in the OFF position.; DISCONNECTING/CONNECTING THE JOYSTICK; DISCONNECTING; CONNECTING; NOT force them together.

SECTION 7—JOYSTICK At’m 32 Part No. 1125035 SECTION 7—JOYSTICK WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service verify that On/...

Page 33 - REPOSITIONING THE JOYSTICK

SECTION 7—JOYSTICK Part No. 1125035 33 At’m REPOSITIONING THE JOYSTICK NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.2. 1. Disconnect the joystick. Refer to Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick on page 32. 2. Cut the tie-wraps that secure the joystick cable to the wheelchair arm and frame. Refer to D...

Page 34 - SECTION 8—BATTERIES; RECOMMENDED BATTERY TYPE; Failure to use the correct battery size

SECTION 8—BATTERIES At’m 34 Part No. 1125035 SECTION 8—BATTERIES WARNINGS FOR HANDLING AND REPLACING BATTERIES WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.Make sure power to the w...

Page 35 - REMOVING/INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK

SECTION 8—BATTERIES Part No. 1125035 35 At’m REMOVING/INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK WARNING Never unplug the battery cables by pulling on the wires. Unplug the battery cables by pulling on the connector ONLY. Otherwise injury or damage may result. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.2. NOTE: I...

Page 37 - BATTERY PACK; recharge them when you do not anticipate using the wheelchair.

SECTION 8—BATTERIES Part No. 1125035 37 At’m FIGURE 8.3 - REMOVING/INSTALLING THE BATTERIES FROM/INTO THE BATTERY PACK CHARGING BATTERIES WARNING Never attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to the battery terminals. DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and operate the wh...

Page 38 - technician for proper procedures.; INDEPENDENT CHARGER PLUGGED

SECTION 8—BATTERIES At’m 38 Part No. 1125035 Basic concepts which will help you understand this automatic process are: The amount of electrical current drawn within a given time to charge a battery is called “charge rate”. If, due to usage, the charge stored in the battery is low, the charge rate is...

Page 39 - SECTION 9—MOTORS; on the joystick is in the off position.; ENGAGING/DISENGAGING THE MOTORS; motors will be damaged and will need to be replaced.

SECTION 9—MOTORS Part No. 1125035 39 At’m SECTION 9—MOTORS WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service verify that on/off ...

Page 40 - cracks and wear and should be replaced.; REPLACING FRONT CASTERS; CASTERS

SECTION 10—WHEELS AND CASTERS At’m 40 Part No. 1125035 SECTION 10—WHEELS AND CASTERS WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or s...

Page 41 - ADJUSTING FORKS

SECTION 10—WHEELS AND CASTERS Part No. 1125035 41 At’m ADJUSTING FORKS NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.2. 1. Remove the dust covers from the caster headtubes. 2. To properly tighten the caster journal system and guard against flutter, perform the following check: A. Remove battery pack ...

Page 42 - REMOVING/INSTALLING THE DRIVE WHEELS; ing the wheelchair - otherwise serious injury or damage may occur.

SECTION 10—WHEELS AND CASTERS At’m 42 Part No. 1125035 REMOVING/INSTALLING THE DRIVE WHEELS WARNING Maintain tire pressure at 30 p.s.i. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.3. REMOVING 1. Disengage the motors. Refer to Engaging/Disengaging the Motors on page 39. 2. Push and hold the quick-re...

Page 44 - LIMITED WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products.This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other ...