Page 2 - WARNING/SPECIAL NOTES; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; WARNING; N O T I C E
2 WARNING/SPECIAL NOTES W A RN I NG SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING THE PROCEDURES IN THIS MANUAL SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL AND THE OWNERS MANUAL SUPPLIED WITH THE WHEELCHAIR. IF YO...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; REPLACING PNEUMATIC TIRES/TUBES
3 TABLE OF CONTENTS T AB LE O F C O N TE N T S TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ......................................... 2SPECIFICATIONS ........................................ 4 PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES .... 6 REPAIR OR SERVICE INFORMATION .................. 6OPERATING INFORMATION ...........
Page 4 - SPECIFICATIONS; E X C E L; INTEGRATED SLING SEAT AND CAPTAIN'S SEAT; NOTE: Refer to REPOSITIONING MOTORS in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.; NOTE: Refer to REPOSITIONING MOTORS in PROCEDURE 8 of this manual.
4 SPE C I F I C A T I ON S SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: All specifications areapproximate. E X C E L Seat Width Range: Seat Depth Range: Back Height RangeStd.:Opt. Headrest:Opt. Backrest Ext.: Back Angle Range: Seat-to-Floor: Overall Width (No Joystick): Overall Height: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ Weight W/O B...
Page 5 - PERFORMANCE; NOTE: All specifications are approximate.; Back Height Range Standard:
5 SPECIFICATIONS SPE C I F I C A T I ON S *NOTE: Range will vary with battery conditions, surface, terrain and operators weight.**NOTE: Includes seating systems and accessories. SPECIFICATIONS Speed (M.P.H.):Turning Radius:* Range (variable): ** Weight Limitation: 0 to 435-inches12-14 miles with U1 ...
Page 6 - O P E R AT I N G I N F O R M AT I O N; GENERAL WARNINGS; TIRE PRESSURE
6 GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 G E N E RA L G U I D EL I N E S REPAIR OR SERVICE INFORMATIONSet-up of the Electronic Control Unit is to be performed ONLY by individuals certified byInvacare. The final tuning adjustments of the controller may affect other activities ofthe wheelchair. Damage to the ...
Page 7 - This Procedure Includes the Following:
7 TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE 2 T R O UB LE SH OO T I N G (+) (-) FIGURE 1 - FIELD LOAD TEST Battery Charger Connector Digital Voltmeter FIELD LOAD TEST (FIGURE 1) NOTE: The following test can also be performed throughthe controller of the wheelchair along with a remoteprogrammer. Refer to the individ...
Page 8 - Number of Floating Balls; FIGURE 2 - USING A HYDROMETER TO
8 T R O UB LE SH OO T I N G TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE 2 WA R N I N G ONLY use distilled water when topping of fthe battery cells. Most batteries are not sold with instructions.However, warnings are frequently notedon the cell caps. Read them carefully. 1. Remove the battery box(es). Refer to one (1)...
Page 10 - WA R N I N G
10 This Procedure Includes the Following: Replacing Back Upholstery WA R N I N G After ANY adjustments, repair or service andBEFORE use, make sure that all attachinghardware is tightened securely - otherwiseinjury or damage may result. FIGURE 1 - REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY Hex Screws Locknuts Back Up...
Page 11 - FIGURE 1 - ADJUSTING SEAT DEPTH; HOLE PAIR; REPLACING BACK CANES
11 FIGURE 1 - ADJUSTING SEAT DEPTH Phillips Screws Washer Plug Button Crossbrace Seat Extension Tube ADJUSTING SEAT DEPTH(FIGURE 1) 1. Remove the existing seat upholstery from the wheelchair. Refer to REPLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY in PRO-CEDURE 5 of the Owners Manual, part number 1080737. NOTE: If adjus...
Page 12 - FIGURE 1 - PREPARING MKIV JOYSTICK
12 PROCEDURE 5 ELECTRONICS This Procedure Includes the Following: Preparing MKIV Joystick for Use Repositioning MKIV Joystick PREPARING MKIV JOYSTICK FORUSE (FIGURE 1) NOTE: To reposition the MKIV joystick on a Captain’s Seat,refer to REPOSITIONING MKIV JOYSTICK - CAPTAIN’SSEAT in PROCEDURE 8 of thi...
Page 13 - Removing; DRIVE WHEELS; Installing; Loctite
13 W HEE L S PROCEDURE 6 WHEELS REPLACING PNEUMATIC TIRES/TUBES - DRIVE WHEELS/CASTERS WA R N I N G DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it hasthe proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOToverinflate the tires. Failure to follow thesesuggestions may cause the tire to explodeand cause bodily harm. If tires ...
Page 15 - This Procedure includes the following:
15 PROCEDURE 7 BATTERIES B A TT E R I ES This Procedure includes the following: Installing/Removing Batteries into/From Battery Boxes Connecting Battery Cables WA R N I N G Make sure power to the wheelchair is OFFbefore per forming this procedure. The use of rubber gloves and safetyglassesis recomme...
Page 16 - CONNECTING BATTERY CABLES; Dual U1 or Dual 22NF Battery Boxes; FIGURE 2 - CONNECTING BATTERY
16 PROCEDURE 7 BATTERIES B A TT E R I ES CONNECTING BATTERY CABLES WA R N I N G NEVER allow any of your tools and/orbattery cable(s) to contact BOTH batteryterminal(s)/post(s) at the same time. Anelectrical short may occur and seriouspersonal injury or damage may occur. The use of rubber gloves and ...
Page 17 - CONNECT
17 PROCEDURE 7 BATTERIES B A TT E R I ES FIGURE 3 - CONNECTING BATTERY CABLES - DIRECT MOUNT METHOD Orange Battery Terminal Cap POSITIVE (+) Battery Terminal Post U-1 Battery Gray Battery Terminal Cap Tie-Wrap NEGATIVE (-) Battery Terminal/ Post Tie- Wrap 1/4-20 Hex Flange Locknut Negative (-) Batte...
Page 18 - BATTERY TERMINAL/POST BATTERY CLAMP; INSTALLING BATTERY CLAMP COVERS
18 Battery Cable Battery Clamp Cover 2. Install battery clamp covers onto battery cables as follows (FIGURE 5): A. RED battery clamp cover onto RED battery cable. B. BLACK battery clamp cover onto BLACK battery cable. NOTE: Only one (1) battery cable and battery clamp coverare shown for clarity. Bot...
Page 19 - E X P L O D E D; PROCEDURE 7
19 9. Install the battery box(es) into the wheelchair. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY BOX(ES) in thePROCEDURE 8 - FWD MODELS or PROCEDURE9 - RWD MODELS of this manual. NOTE: New Battery(ies) MUST be fully charged BEFOREusing, otherwise the life of the battery(ies) will be reduced. 10. If neces...
Page 20 - ASSEMBLING EXCEL; Push down on the seat rails until the seat rails are; PROCEDURE 8; Seat
20 This Procedure Includes the Following: Assembling Excel Adjusting Flip-Up Removable Footboard Replacing Armrest Pads Replacing Armrest Plate Replacing Seat Positioning Strap Replacing Captain's Seat Repositioning MKIV Joystick - Captain's Seat Removing/Installing MKIV Controller Replacing Wiring ...
Page 25 - FIGURE 11 - REPLACING WIRING HARNESS
25 6. Remove the two (2) phillips bolts and locknuts that secure the front battery connector to wheelchair frame. 7. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure the wiring harness to the charger cable mounting bracket. 8. Note the position of the tie wraps that secure the exist- ing wiring harnes...
Page 26 - FIGURE 12 - DISCONNECTING/CONNECTING LIMIT; RELATIVE TO THE SEAT; CAUTION
26 C. Connect the limit switch. Refer to DISCONNECT- ING/CONNECTING LIMIT SWITCH in thisprocedure of the manual. 17. Reinstall the battery boxes. Refer to INSTALLING/ REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure ofthe manual. 18. If necessary, install the front and rear shrouds. Refer to REMOVING/INSTAL...
Page 28 - Installing Side Shrouds and Fillers
28 FIGURE 14 - REMOVING/INSTALLING SHROUDS - FWD WHEELCHAIRS Front Shroud Phillips Screws Washers Rear Shroud Side Shroud Phillips Bolts Locknut Wheelchair Frame Filler Retaining Strap Retaining Strap Battery Box Battery Tray Phillips Screws Battery Charger Cover Installing Side Shrouds and Fillers ...
Page 32 - Description and Use of Battery Chargers; NOTE: Accurate readings are displayed when in neutral.; Attach the battery charger connector to the charger; Battery Discharge; FIGURE 17 - WHEN TO CHARGE BATTERIES
32 Description and Use of Battery Chargers The charger automatically reduces the charge from aninitially high rate to a zero reading at a fully chargedcondition. If left unattended, the charger shouldautomatically shut-off when full charge is obtained. There are some basic concepts which will help y...
Page 33 - Cleaning Battery Terminals; FIGURE 18 - CHARGING BATTERIES; REPLACING BATTERIES; Recommended Battery Types
33 Cleaning Battery Terminals WARNING DO NOT allow the liquid in the battery to comein contact with skin, clothes or other possessions.It is a form of acid and harmful or damagingburns may result. Should the liquid touch yourskin, wash the area immediately and thoroughlywith cool water. In serious c...
Page 34 - FIGURE 19 - INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY BOXES; FIGURE 20 - BATTERY TRAY - FOLDING BATTERY TRAY; BATTERY TRAY; Folding Battery Tray for Transport (FIGURE 20)
34 PROCEDURE 8 FWD WHEELCHAIRS WARNING The Battery Box Retaining Strap MUST be fastenedsecurely and adjusted properly to hold batteryboxes in place before using the wheelchair. 6. Position retaining straps around each battery box as shown in FIGURE 19, clip retaining strap together andadjust if nece...
Page 36 - FIGURE 24 - BATTERY TRAY - REPLACING RIGHT
36 PROCEDURE 8 FWD WHEELCHAIRS B. WHEELCHAIR NOT EQUIPPED WITH FLIP-UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD - Reinstall the fronthex screw that secures the new right battery trayhanger bracket to the wheelchair frame. UseLoctite 242 and torque to 156-in/lbs. 8. Reinstall the rear hex screw. Use Loctite 242 and torqu...
Page 38 - FIGURE 27 - REPLACING CLUTCH HANDLES
38 PROCEDURE 8 FWD WHEELCHAIRS F W D W H EE L CHA I R S CAUTION The longer socket screws must be positioned inthe mounting holes on the OUTSIDE of thewheelchair frame and the short socket screwsmust be in the mounting holes on the INSIDE ofthe wheelchair frame. Otherwise damage to thegearbox may res...
Page 40 - Unfolding/Folding the Wheelchair
40 PROCEDURE 9 RWD WHEELCHAIRS R W D W H EE L CHA I R S ASSEMBLING POWER 9000(FIGURE 1) WARNING The weight of the wheelchair without the userand batteries is approximately 82 lbs. Useproper lifting techniques (lift with your legs) toavoid injury. Extreme caution is advised whenit is necessary to mov...
Page 42 - INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY BOXES
42 PROCEDURE 9 RWD WHEELCHAIRS Retaining Strap Clip Battery Connections on Side of Wheelchair Frame Retaining Strap FIGURE 6 - INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY BOXES Battery Boxes 3. Clean the terminals and inside the battery clamps by using a battery cleaning tool, wire brush, or mediumgrade sand paper....
Page 43 - FIGURE 7 - BATTERY TRAY; PROCEDURE 9
43 2. Secure the hanger brackets to the battery tray in the mounting holes that the hex screws are mounted. 3. Attach the key slot bracket located at the front of the battery tray over the crossbrace bolt bushing underthe seat upholstery of the wheelchair. NOTE: If wheelchair is 14-inch wide and equ...
Page 44 - FIGURE 8 - CHANGING SEAT WIDTH; CONTROLLER, MOTOR AND BATTERY LEADS
44 PROCEDURE 9 RWD WHEELCHAIRS FIGURE 8 - CHANGING SEAT WIDTH Locknut Wheelchair Frame Hex Screw Locknut Pivot Link Hex Screws Washer Dust Cover Crossbrace Note orientation of hex screw, bushing,washers, coved washers and locknut for in-stallation of new crossbraces. 14. Reinstall the battery tray a...
Page 47 - LIMITED WARRANTY
47 LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLETO 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 ot...