Invacare User guide - Manuals

7 Contents ISO 7176-15: 1996 Requirements for Information Disclosure,Documentation and Labelling ......................................................................... 2Warranty terms & conditions ........................................................................... 3 Standard INVACARE ...

11 1 Introduction Dear User, First of all we wish to thank you for your confidence in our products. We hope you will enjoy your newPowerchair. This manual contains important hints and information on: • Safety, • Operation, • Care and maintenance. Please familiarise yourself thoroughly before making ...

12 The initial set up of this wheelchair must be performed by a qualified technician. Procedures other than those described in this manual must be performed by a qualified technician. NOTE: Not all of the components within this manual will necessarily be available with your Spectra Blitz TM power wh...

13 1.1 Important symbols in this manual WARNING: THIS SYMBOL WARNS YOU OF DANGER! • Follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product! NOTE: This symbol indicates hints and suggestions which should help make operating the product easierand point out special functions. Requ...

14 1.2 Type Classification and Area of Use The Spectra Blitz TM is available with only one maximum speed option. • The 6kmph (4mph) model is a Class 2 / B vehicle. WARNING: • Under no circumstances must the top speed of the Class 2 / B Spectra Blitz TM be increased, to do so will infringe Road Traff...

15 2.1 Repair or Service Information Setup of the Electronic Control Unit is to be performed ONLY by individuals certified by Invacare.The final tuning adjustments of the controller may affect other activities of the wheelchair. Damage tothe equipment could occur under these circumstances. If non-ce...

16 • Always stop before climbing an obstacle. Approach slowly until castors contact the obstacle. Apply power and drive over the obstacle in a controlled manner. • DO NOT use parts, accessories, or adapters other than those authorized by Invacare. • DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair. • Tak...

17 RAIN TEST • INVACARE has tested it’s power wheelchairs in accordance with ISO 7176 Part 9 “Rain Test”. This provides the end user or his/her attendant sufficient time to remove his/her power wheel-chair from a rain storm and retain wheelchair operation. • DO NOT leave power wheelchair in a rain s...

18 2.3 Safety Information on Electromagnetic Interference This electric vehicle was successfully tested in accordance with international standards as to itscompliance with Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) regulations. However, electromagnetic fields,such as those generated by radio and television ...

19 2.4 Safety Precautions/Safe Operation IMPORTANT WARNING • The day-to-day activities and the more advanced Powerchair techniques depend, on your physical capabilities and your own specific circumstances. Our recommendations may occa-sionally differ from those of your Therapeutic Adviser or Physici...

21 SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS • Use this information only as a “basic” guide. The techniques that are discussed on the following pages have been used successfully by many. • Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described...

22 SURFACES AFFECTED BY HEAT • The wheelchair is made from metal and plastic materials and, as with all products made with such materials, it can absorb heat from the sun when used outdoors or exposed to sunlightthrough windows etc... This can result in the surfaces of the wheelchair becoming hot, s...

23 3 Some Useful Tips Before you venture off on your first journey, ensure that everything is adjusted to your specificneeds, read this manual to familiarise yourself with the product and its functions. DO NOT attemptto drive without an attendant on hand until you are fully proficient in using and m...

25 TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM OTHER SEATS • ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power OFF and engage the motor locks/clutches to prevent the wheels from moving BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair. Also, makesure every precaution is taken to reduce the gap distance by turning both rear cas...

26 NEGOTIATING GRADIENTS/SLOPES • Never attempt to climb or descend an incline where the surface is rough, wet or slippery (gravel, loose chippings, grass, rain, blackice, snow etc.). • If you are in a situation where by the Powerchair fails to climb a ramp and stalls midway through the manoeuvre, D...

27 YOU, YOUR POWERCHAIR AND OTHERS • Powerchairs are strictly forbidden on motorways and their use is strongly discouraged on high- ways with fast moving traffic. • On the Pavement, in Pedestrian Zones or in Supermarkets it is obvious that you must show as much consideration and common sense to othe...

28 4 Safety Inspection Checklist Initial adjustments should be made to suit personal body structure/user capability and preference.Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: inspect/ inspect/ inspect/ Item Initially adjust adjust adjust weekly monthly periodically General Wheelchair rolls strai...

29 inspect/ inspect/ inspect/ Item Initially adjust adjust adjust weekly monthly periodically Seat and back upholstery Inspect for rips or sagging. X X Drive wheels Axle nut and wheel mounting nuts are secure. X X X No excessive side movement or binding whenlifted and spun when disengaged(free-wheel...

30 inspect/ inspect/ inspect/ Item Initially adjust adjust adjust weekly monthly periodically Tyres Inspect for flat spots and wear. X X If pneumatic tyres check for proper inflation. X X CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tyres should be checked periodically forcracks and wear, and should...

31 4.1 Troubleshooting - Mechanical Chair Veers Sluggish Turn/ Castors Squeaks Solutions Left/Right Performance flutter and Rattles X X X If pneumatic, check tyres for correctand equal pressure. X X X X Check for loose stem nuts/bolts. X X Check that both castors contactground at the same time. Loos...

32 4.2 Troubleshooting - Electrical Symptom Batteries draw excessivecurrent when charging. Battery indicator flashes thecharge level is low -immediately after recharge. Battery indicator flashes thecharge level is low, too soonafter being recharged. Motor “chatters” or runsirregular. Probable Cause ...

34 4.3 Checking Battery Charge Level The following “Do’s” and “Don’ts” are provided for your convenience and safety. Don’ts Don’t perform any installation ormaintenance without first reading thismanual. Don’t make it a habit to dischargebatteries to the lowest level. Don’t use randomly chosen batter...

35 4.5 Product End of Life Even though your Powerchair has been designed to provide a long and trouble free life it is inevitablethat wear, tear and usage will eventually render the product unusable. • INVACARE recommends that the average usable life of this product is five years, providingthe produ...

36 5 Legrest Maintenance WARNING: • After ANY adjustments, repair, or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all screws, nuts and bolts are tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result. • It is impor tant for regular inspection to be carried out on the Armrests for signs of visible dam...

37 5.2 Legrest height adjustment 1. Remove any accessory from the legrest(s). 2. Remove the legrest from the wheelchair. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING LEGRESTS in this section of the manual. NOTE: Lay the footrest on a flat surface to simplify this proce-dure. 3. Loosen the legrest height adjustment ...

38 5.3 Adjusting Angle Adjustable Flip-up Footplates 1. Locate the angle adjusting screw at the bottom of the legrest. 2. Loosen the screw with a hex wrench and adjust the foot plate to the desired angle and position. 3. Tighten the angle adjusting screw. 4. To adjust foot plate height, refer to LEG...

39 5.4 Adjusting / Replacing Foot Plate Heel Strap (if fitted) Adjusting 1. Undo the hook and loop fastening strip and separate the two sides. 2. Adjust to the desired position and fasten hook and loop strips back together. NOTE: When adjusting the heel strap be sure to check thatyour heel does not ...

40 6. Armrests WARNING • After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hard-ware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result. • It is impor tant for regular inspection to be carried out on the Armrests for signs of visible damage. If any repa...

41 Removing WARNING • Ensure joystick unit is switched off and unplugged from wheelchair before removing armrest. • Alternatively, remove joystick mounting arm from the armrest following instructions in section 12.3 JOYSTICK MOUNTING HARDWARE before attempting to remove armrest. 1. Turn armrest remo...

42 6.2 Adjusting the Armrests WARNING • Make sure the armrest release and height adjustment handwheels are in the locked position before using the wheelchair. Height Adjustment 1. Release the armrest height adjustment handwheel. NOTE: If the handwheel is released a small amount, an audible click can...

43 3. Tighten the armpad fixing screws. 4. Repeat STEPS 1-3 for opposite armrest, if necessary. Armrest Width Adjustment WARNING • This adjustment should only be performed when the wheelchair is unoccupied. 1. Using a hex wrench, loosen the armrest width adjustment screws. 2. Adjust the armrest posi...

44 7 Backrest 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. • It is important for regular inspection to be carried out on the Backrest for signs of visible damage. If any repairs...

45 7.2 Adjusting Backboard Position WARNING • This adjustment should only be performed when the wheelchair is unoccupied. • Take care not to damage any accessories fitted to the backrest. The backboard can be adjusted both in height and width (see section 8 Seating). This can be useful ifanother typ...

46 7.3 Adjusting Backpost Support Bracket CAUTION: • This adjustment should only be made by an attendant when the the chair is occupied. The backpost support bracket can be adjusted in width. This should be used when adjusting seat andbackrest width (see section 8 Seating). 1. Release the set screws...

48 The lateral position of the headrest may also be adjusted as follows 1. Loosen the lateral adjustment screws using a hex wrench and spanner. 2. Slide the headrest assembly to the desired position. 3. Re-tighten the lateral adjustment screws. NOTE: Ensure all headrest assembly adjustment screws, n...

49 7.5 Installing / Removing or Adjusting Trunk Supports (if fitted) CAUTION: • After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.. Installing 1. Ensure the trunk support fixing screws are loos...

50 3. Loosen the clamping screws using a hex wrench. 4. Adjust to the desired position. 5. Tighten the clamp screws using a hex wrench and replace upholstered pad. Swing away function The trunk supports fitted to your Spectra Blitz TM have a swing away function to enable easier access or transfer to...

51 7.6 Adjusting Tension Adjustable Back Upholstery (if fitted) CAUTION: • This adjustment should only be made when the the chair is unoccupied and the joystick unit switched off. 1. Remove backrest cushion by releasing the hook and loop fastening strips. 2. Adjust the tension of each belt by releas...

52 7.7 Installing / Removing Back Cushion CAUTION: • This adjustment should only be made when the the chair is unoccupied and the joystick unit switched off. Installing / Removing NOTE: The cushion inner may be removed from the fabric cover by sliding it out from the cover flap on theunderside of th...

53 7.8 Adjusting Push Handles CAUTION: • After ANY adjustments make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result. The push handles on your Spectra Blitz TM may be adjusted to a more convenient height to allow an attendant to push or maneuver your Pow...

54 8 Seating 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. • It is impor tant for regular inspection to be carried out on the Armrests for signs of visible damage. If any repairs...

55 8.2 Lapbelt WARNING • The standard lapbelt is NOT intended to be used as a vehicle seat belt. A lapbelt is provided for use while seated in the power chair. INVACARE recommends that you keepthe lapbelt fastened at all times while seated in the chair. Buckles are fitted to each side of the beltto ...

56 2. Using a hex wrench loosen the adjustment screws . 3. Gently pull/push the side of the seat, until it reaches the desired position. 4. Re-tighten the adjustment screws using a hex wrench 5. Repeat for opposite side of chair. 6. Replace the seat cushion 8.4 Adjusting Seat Depth WARNING • This ad...

57 Seat Board Adjustment 1. Remove the seat cushion (see section 8.1). 2. Using a cross point screwdriver loosen the fixing screws. 3. Slide the seatboard until it reaches the desired position. 4. Re-tighten the fixing screws using a cross point screwdriver. 5. Replace the seat cushion. 2. Using a h...

58 8.5 Installing / Removing Seat board WARNING • This adjustment should only be performed when the wheelchair is unoccupied. • Take care not to damage any accessories fitted to the seat board. The seat board can be removed from the wheelchair seat frame. 1. Remove the seat cushion (see section 8.1)...

59 Electrical Adjustment of Seat Angle If your Spectra Blitz TM power chair is fitted with an electrical seat angle adjustment refer to section 12 Controls and Operating your Powerchair or see the seperate control system user guide 1. Seat angle adjustment is made by operating the control system. Ma...

60 9 Anti Tipping Castors 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. • The Anti Tipping Castors are an impor tant saftey feature of the Spectra Blitz TM wheelchair. DO NOT att...

61 10 Batteries WARNING • Make sure power to the wheelchair is OFF before performing this procedure. • The use of rubber gloves and chemical goggles is recommended when working with batteries. • Invacare strongly recommends that battery installation and battery replacement always be done by a qualif...

62 Removing WARNING • NEVER allow any of your tools and/or battery cable(s) to contact BOTH battery terminal(s)/ post(s) at the same time. An electrical shor t may occur and serious personal injury or damagemay occur. • The use of rubber gloves and chemical goggles is recommended when working with b...

63 Front Battery Rear Battery Positive (+) Negative (-) 6. Remove the front battery cover. 7. Remove all connectors from the controller. 8. Remove the screw that secures the NEGATIVE (-) black battery cable to the negative battery terminal. 9. Remove the screw that secures the POSITIVE (+) red batte...

64 Installing WARNING • NEVER allow any of your tools and/or battery cable(s) to contact BOTH battery terminal(s)/ post(s) at the same time. An electrical shor t may occur and serious personal injury or damagemay occur. • The use of rubber gloves and chemical goggles is recommended when working with...

66 10.2 Batteries and battery charging IMPORTANT WARNINGS • The battery charger supplied with your powerchair is for indoor use only, it must be protected from moisture and external heat sources. • Handle the battery charger with care, if it has been dropped or damaged, do not use it. • Do not use a...

67 To ensure long battery life DO NOT allow your batteries to become totally discharged. If your Power-chair is not used for any length of time the batteries must receive a full charge once a month andremain fully charged during storage. For replacement batteries contact your local INVACARE supplier...

68 CHARGING PROCEDURES IMPORTANT • Before you attempt charging, ensure you read and understand the instruction manual supplied with the Battery Charger. To Charge Batteries: • Check that the ventilation slots on the charger are clean and unobstructed. • Plug the charger output lead into the socket o...

69 NOTE An "Overvoltage" condition may occur temporarily while you are descending a steep gradient withfully charged batteries, when the motors vir tually have the effect of a dynamo, adding to thebatteries. NOTE For fur ther information on the location of your nearest battery recycling faci...

70 11 Motor locks, Wheels and Brakes 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. CAUTION • As with any vehicle, the wheels and tyres should be checked periodically for cracks a...

71 11.2 Adjusting Front Castors 1. Remove the headtube cover from the castor headtube. 2. To properly tighten castor journal system and guard against flutter, perform the following check: • Tip back the wheelchair to floor. • Pivot both forks and castors to top of their arc simultane-ously. • Let ca...

72 11.3 Drive Wheels Inflation. 1. Locate air valve and remove air cap. 2. Check the pressure rating marked on the side of the tyre and inflate as necessary. CAUTION • Do not over inflate tyres. As with any vehicle, the wheels and tyres should be checked periodically forwear. Removal. 1. Release and...

73 11.4 Manual Parking Brakes To Activate Brake. 1. Locate the brake grip handle. 2. Push the brake handle towards the rear of the chair until it engages 3. Repeat for opposite side of chair. To De-Activate Brake. 1. Locate the brake grip handle. 2. Pull the brake handle towards the front of the cha...

74 12 Controls and operating your powerchair NOTE Before you star t using your Powerchair you must boost the battery charge by carrying out charg-ing procedures as described in "Battery Charging" and always check the following: 1. Freewheel is engaged in drive Position. 2. Adjustments have b...

75 12.2 Shark Operation Seated in your Powerchair. Press the ON/OFF Switch. All battery gauge indicators will light briefly,then either the current battery charge or lock mode will be indicated. The user can adjust the chair’stop speed to suit their preferences and environment. The currently selecte...

76 1 . Whilst power is on, press and hold the power button for four (4) seconds. 2. The dispaly will turn off immediately 3. After four (4) seconds all LED’s will flash briefly and the horn will sound a short beep. The power chair will then turn off. UNLOCK Function 1. Press the On button to turn th...

78 This means..... Power is off Power is on Battery charge is low Charging or programmingmode Out of neutral at power updetected. Fault mode, abnormal condi-tion on the chair Notes Less LEDs imply a reducedbattery charge T h e b a t t e r i e s s h o u l d b echarged as soon as possible The steady L...

80 12.6 Pilot + Controller Functions The Pilot + controller fitted to your Spectra Blitz TM power chair has several features and functions. The following procedure shows how to use these. Horn Button Press the button once to sound the intergrated horn. Mode Button Use the mode button to make speed a...

82 12.7 VSI Operation Seated in your Powerchair. Press the ON/OFF Switch. The battery gauge will blink then turn on aftersecond. Check the maximum speed control is set to a level which suits you. Push the joystick tocontrol the speed and direction of the wheelchair. Please note that if you push the ...

83 CAUTION • Freewheel operation is only intended for short-term use in SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES, NOT as a regular or permanent mode of Powerchair movement. In freewheel mode the Powerchair isNOT secured by the electromagnetic brakes, as both brake systems are out of action duringthis time. 12.8 VSI Co...

84 UNLOCK Function 1. Use the power button to switch the control system on. The speed indicator will be rippling up and down. 2. Move the joystick forward until the joystick beeps, then move the joystick backward until the control system beeps. 3. Release the joystick, the control system will beep. ...

86 12.9 Driving practice With the joystick you now control speed and direction of the Powerchair. The more you move itforward, the faster you travel. To reverse, pull the joystick backward. By moving the joystick left orright (while the Powerchair is moving forward or backward) you steer the Powerch...

87 12.11 ACS Dual Control Operation The Powerchair may be controlled by the user or by an attendant. Press the ON/OFF Switch on theuser control. All battery gauge indicators will light briefly, then either the current battery charge. ThePowerchair can then be switched between attendant or user contr...

88 12.12 Pilot + Dual Control Operation The Powerchair may be controlled by the user or by an attendant. Press the ON/OFF Switch on theuser control. Battery gauge indicators will light briefly, then either the current battery charge. ThePowerchair can then be switched between attendant or user contr...

90 12.14 Pilot + Attendant Controller Functions The Pilot + controller fitted to your Spectra Blitz TM power chair has several features and functions. The following procedure shows how to use these. Mode Button Use the mode button to make speed adjustments or actuator movements as follows: • Speed a...

92 12.15 User Joystick Mounting Hardware. 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. Fixed Joystick Mounting Arm. This type of mounting can move the joystick position either a...

94 13 Transportation CAUTION INVACARE always advises that a Powerchair secured in a vehicle will not provide the equivalentsafety level and security as bespoke seating systems and recommends transfer to the vehicleseating, but also recognises that it is not always practical for the user to be transf...

95 5. When attaching the tie-downs to the Powerchair, it is imperative they are fixed onto the Tie-Down points only of the Powerchair and not onto any attachments or accessories, as shown below(wheels, castors, footrests, armrests, anti-tipping levers etc.). 6. Your Spectra Blitz TM Powerchair MUST ...

97 14 Technical Specifications Seat Width Range: 250mm to 390mm Seat Depth Range: 250mm to 380mm Back Height Range: 370mm to 440mm Back Angle Range: 85 o to 120 o Seatboard-to-Floor (approx.): 450mm @ 0 o Overall Width of Base: 560mm Overall Height: 910mm Overall Length: 940mm Weight Complete with B...

98 Legrests: Swing-Away (Std), Angle Adjustment(Opt.), adjustable footplates (Opt) Armrests: Adjustable Height, Removable. A.S.B.A.* Seat Angle Adjustment: 3 o Fixed A.S.B.A.* Back Angle Adjustment: 9 o Fixed (90 o to 125 o ) Optional A.S.B.A.* Seat Cushion: Cushion (Optional) A.S.B.A.*Chair Upholst...

99 15 Label locations Battery Wiring Label (inside battery boxes) Serial Label Flammability Label (upholstery) Emergency free wheel device label (motors)