Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No. 1145807 3 Lynx™L-3X TABLE OF CONTENTS REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ............................................................... 4SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 5LABEL LOCATIONS .......................................
Page 5 - SPECIAL NOTES; NOTICE
SPECIAL NOTES Part No. 1145807 5 Lynx™L-3X SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. Refer to the table below for definitions of t...
Page 6 - WARNING
SPECIAL NOTES Lynx™L-3X 6 Part No. 1145807 WARNING Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products.Scoote...
Page 7 - LABEL LOCATIONS
LABEL LOCATIONS Part No. 1145807 7 Lynx™L-3X LABEL LOCATIONS DO NOT operate the scooter unless the tiller is in the locked position. DO NOT lean against or pull forward on the tiller while mounting or dismounting the scooter. Otherwise, injury may occur.----------------------------------------------...
Page 8 - TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Lynx™L-3X 8 Part No. 1145807 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS LYNX L-3X OVERALL DIMENSIONS BASE LENGTH:BASE WIDTH:STEP HEIGHT (Floor Pan to Ground):SEAT HEIGHT (Floor Pan to Seat Cushion):OVERALL HEIGHT 44 inches 21.5 inches 5 inches 16 inches36 inches SEAT DIMENSIONS WIDTH:DEPT...
Page 9 - SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES; Repair or Service Information
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1145807 9 Lynx™L-3X SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product. Repair or Service Information Set ‐ up of the Electronics Control Unit is to be...
Page 11 - Electrical
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1145807 11 Lynx™L-3X Determine and establish your particular safety limits by practicing bending, reaching and transferring activities in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active...
Page 12 - Grounding Instructions; Batteries
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Lynx™L-3X 12 Part No. 1145807 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 ‐ pron...
Page 13 - SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION
SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION Part No. 1145807 13 Lynx™L-3X 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 ...
Page 15 - Stability and Balance
SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF POWERED SCOOTERS Part No. 1145807 15 Lynx™L-3X SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF POWERED SCOOTERS “Safety and Handling” of the powered scooter requires the close attention of the user. This manual points out the most common procedures...
Page 16 - Stairways; Escalators
SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF POWERED SCOOTERS Lynx™L-3X 16 Part No. 1145807 Many activities require the scooter owner to reach, bend and transfer in and out of the powered scooter. These movements cause a change to the normal balance, the cente...
Page 17 - SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION; CAUTION; Safety Inspection Checklists; Inspect/Adjust Initially
SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION Part No. 1145807 17 Lynx™L-3X SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION NOTE: Every six months take your powered scooter to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts...
Page 18 - Inspect/Adjust Weekly
SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION Lynx™L-3X 18 Part No. 1145807 ❑ Tighten locknut if the front wheel wobbles noticeably or loosen locknut if the wheel binds to a stop. ❑ Ensure that wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. ❑ Ensure that the b...
Page 19 - Inspect/Adjust Periodically
SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION Part No. 1145807 19 Lynx™L-3X Inspect/Adjust Periodically ❑ Ensure that the powered scooter drives straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). ❑ Check frame for damage and corrosion. ❑ Ensure that the brake release lev...
Page 20 - Suggested Maintenance Procedures
SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Lynx™L-3X 20 Part No. 1145807 SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise, injury or damage may occur.Before performing any...
Page 21 - Troubleshooting
SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Part No. 1145807 21 Lynx™L-3X Troubleshooting SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION Limited Driving Distance. Battery not charged long enough. Batteries weak, won’t hold charge. Charge batteries overnight or ensure eight hours of charge between use.Replace batteri...
Page 22 - Service Indicator Error Codes
SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Lynx™L-3X 22 Part No. 1145807 Service Indicator Error Codes NUMBER OF FLASHES PROBLEM SOLUTION 1 Batteries need charging. Recharge the batteries. Refer to Removing/Installing the Batteries on page 35. 2 Low battery voltage. Recharge the batteries before usin...
Page 23 - Control Panel
SECTION 6—OPERATION OF THE POWERED SCOOTER Part No. 1145807 23 Lynx™L-3X SECTION 6—OPERATION OF THE POWERED SCOOTER Control Panel NOTE: For the following information, refer to FIGURE 6.1 on page 24. 1. Speed Control Knob ‐ The speed control knob is located on th...
Page 24 - Operating the Scooter
SECTION 6—OPERATION OF THE POWERED SCOOTER Lynx™L-3X 24 Part No. 1145807 FIGURE 6.1 Control Panel Operating the Scooter 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 make sha...
Page 26 - Engaging/Disengaging the Brake Release Lever
SECTION 6—OPERATION OF THE POWERED SCOOTER Lynx™L-3X 26 Part No. 1145807 Engaging/Disengaging the Brake Release Lever WARNING Ensure that the brake-release lever is in the engaged position before driving. There should be an audible "click" when stopping and starting the scooter. NOTE: For ...
Page 27 - SECTION 7—SEAT AND ARMS; Removing/Installing the Seat
SECTION 7—SEAT AND ARMS Part No. 1145807 27 Lynx™L-3X SECTION 7—SEAT AND ARMS 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,...
Page 28 - Adjusting Seat Height
SECTION 7—SEAT AND ARMS Lynx™L-3X 28 Part No. 1145807 Adjusting Seat Height NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.2. 1. Remove the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 27. 2. Remove the mounting bolt, two curved washers and lock nu...
Page 29 - Adjusting the Seat Slide
SECTION 7—SEAT AND ARMS Part No. 1145807 29 Lynx™L-3X Adjusting 90° Seat Swivel WARNING Ensure that seat is locked into the forward position before and during operation of the scooter. Otherwise, injury to the user and/or damage to the scooter may result. CAUTION Use the seat swivel option with caut...
Page 30 - Replacing Armrest Pads
SECTION 7—SEAT AND ARMS Lynx™L-3X 30 Part No. 1145807 Adjusting the Arm Width NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.4. NOTE: When installing the arms during set up, the four mounting screws are installed on the seat hinge for shipping purpose...
Page 31 - SECTION 8—TILLER ADJUSTMENT; Adjusting the Tiller Angle
SECTION 8—TILLER ADJUSTMENT Part No. 1145807 31 Lynx™L-3X SECTION 8—TILLER ADJUSTMENT Adjusting the Tiller Angle WARNING Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service, turn power Off and remove key from ignition. Ensure that tiller is properly adjusted before driving the scooter.After mak...
Page 32 - SECTION 9—WHEELS AND CASTERS; Removing/Installing the Drive Wheels; Removing
SECTION 9—WHEELS AND CASTERS Lynx™L-3X 32 Part No. 1145807 SECTION 9—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 o...
Page 33 - Removing/Installing the Front Wheel
SECTION 9—WHEELS AND CASTERS Part No. 1145807 33 Lynx™L-3X FIGURE 9.1 Removing/Installing the Drive Wheels Removing/Installing the Front Wheel NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.2. NOTE: Take note of position and orientation of wheel and mounting hardware ...
Page 34 - SECTION 10—BATTERIES; Recommended Battery Type
SECTION 10—BATTERIES Lynx™L-3X 34 Part No. 1145807 SECTION 10—BATTERIES WARNING Before performing any maintenance adjustment or service, turn power off and remove key from ignition.NEVER allow any of your tools and/or battery cables to contact both battery terminals at the same time. An electrical s...
Page 35 - Removing/Installing the Batteries
SECTION 10—BATTERIES Part No. 1145807 35 Lynx™L-3X NOTE: Charge batteries daily. DO NOT allow batteries to completely discharge. NOTE: Invacare recommends that both batteries be replaced if one battery is defective. FIGURE 10.1 Recommended Battery Type Rem...
Page 37 - Connecting/Disconnecting the Battery Cables
SECTION 10—BATTERIES Part No. 1145807 37 Lynx™L-3X Connecting/Disconnecting the Battery Cables WARNING Battery terminal configuration shown below MUST be used. Batteries that have the reversed terminal configuration MUST NOT be used - otherwise serious injury or damage may occur. NEVER allow any of ...
Page 38 - Connecting
SECTION 10—BATTERIES Lynx™L-3X 38 Part No. 1145807 Connecting 1. Install battery terminal cap(s) onto battery cable(s) as follows: A. RED battery terminal cap onto RED battery cable. B. GREY battery terminal cap onto BLACK battery cable. WARNING When conne...
Page 39 - Disconnecting
SECTION 10—BATTERIES Part No. 1145807 39 Lynx™L-3X Disconnecting WARNING The use of rubber gloves and chemical goggles and face shield is recommended when working with batteries.NEVER allow any of your tools and/or battery cable(s) to contact both battery terminal(s)/post(s) at the same time. An ele...
Page 40 - Charging the Batteries
SECTION 10—BATTERIES Lynx™L-3X 40 Part No. 1145807 Charging the Batteries WARNING NEVER attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to the battery terminals or clamps. DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and operate the powered scooter at the same time.Only use the provided c...
Page 42 - SECTION 11—TRANSPORTING; Transporting the Scooter; Disassembling
SECTION 11—TRANSPORTING Lynx™L-3X 42 Part No. 1145807 SECTION 11—TRANSPORTING 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,...
Page 44 - SECTION 12—ACCESSORIES; Installing/Removing the Crutch/Cane Holder; Installing
SECTION 12—ACCESSORIES Lynx™L-3X 44 Part No. 1145807 SECTION 12—ACCESSORIES 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, t...
Page 45 - Installing/Removing/Using the Walker Holder; INSTALLATION WARNINGS
SECTION 12—ACCESSORIES Part No. 1145807 45 Lynx™L-3X Installing/Removing the Safety Flag WARNING The installation of the safety flag onto the back of the scooter seat significantly increases the length of the scooter. When turning the scooter or swiveling the scooter seat, it is important to take no...
Page 46 - Using the Walker Holder
SECTION 12—ACCESSORIES Lynx™L-3X 46 Part No. 1145807 Installing/Removing the Walker Holder NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 12.3. NOTE: Reverse this procedure to remove the walker holder. 1. If necessary, loosen but DO NOT remove the mounting kn...
Page 48 - LIMITED WARRANTY
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