Invacare User guide manual Introduction, Dear User

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1 Introduction

Dear User,

First of all we wish to thank you for your confidence in our products. We hope you will enjoy your new Powerchair.

This manual contains important hints and information on:

Safety,

Operation,

Care and maintenance.

Please familiarise yourself thoroughly before making your first trip.

The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.

As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavours to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of the end user. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his/her healthcare professional capable of making such a selection.

Do not operate this equipment without first reading and understanding this manual. If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions, and instructions, contact your dealer otherwise injury or damage may result.

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Contents InvacareSpectra BlitzTM ISO 7176 Part Standard Invacare Terms Warranty terms & conditionsLimitation of liability Germany Contacting InvacareUnited Kingdom FranceItaly NetherlandsSverge & Suomi SpainContents Armrests Batteries Transportation Technical Specifications Label locations Dear User IntroductionIntended Use Requirements Important symbols in this manualType Classification and Area of Use General Warnings Repair or Service InformationGeneral Safety Notes Electrical Tyre PressureBatteries Rain Test Weight TrainingWeight Limitation Safety Information on Electromagnetic Interference Important Warning Safety Precautions/Safe OperationCoping with Everyday Obstacles Safety IndoorsRecommended Driving Position SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsAmputee Statement for Prescribers Surfaces Affected by Heat Stability and Balance Some Useful TipsReaching Bending Backwards Reaching Bending ForwardTransferring to and from Other Seats Negotiating Kerbs Negotiating GRADIENTS/SLOPESSafeguarding Others YOU,YOUR Powerchair and OthersArms Safety Inspection ChecklistGeneral Motor brushes & motor gearbox coupling Clothing guardsCastor/wheel/fork/head tube Seat and back upholsteryDrive wheels CastorsCleaning Troubleshooting Mechanical Troubleshooting Electrical Symptom Probable Cause Solutions Checking Battery Charge Level Product End of Life Care and maintenanceCleaning the vehicle Installing / Removing Legrests Legrest MaintenanceRemoving Legrest height adjustmentAdjusting Angle Adjustable Flip-up Footplates Replacing Adjusting / Replacing Foot Plate Heel Strap if fittedAdjusting Armrests Installing/Removing ArmrestsInstalling Removal handwheel Armpad Adjustment Adjusting the ArmrestsHeight Adjustment Armrest Width Adjustment Backrest Adjusting Backrest AngleAdjusting Backboard Position Adjusting Backpost Support Bracket Removal Installing / Removing or Adjusting Headrest if fittedPage Removal Tube Installing / Removing or Adjusting Trunk Supports if fittedSwing away function Adjusting Tension Adjustable Back Upholstery if fitted Installing / Removing Installing / Removing Back CushionAdjusting Push Handles Seating Installing / Removing Seat CushionInstalling/Removing Lapbelt Adjusting Seat WidthSeat Frame Adjustment Adjusting Seat DepthSeat Board Adjustment Adjusting Seat Angle Installing / Removing Seat boardElectrical Adjustment of Seat Angle Anti Tipping Castors Batteries Removing/Installing BatteriesRemoving Front Battery Negative Positive + Installing Page Batteries Batteries and battery chargingImportant Warnings When to Charge To Charge Batteries Charging ProceduresDisposing and Recycling of Used Batteries Disengaging/Engaging Motor Lock Levers Motor locks, Wheels and BrakesAdjusting Front Castors Inflation Drive WheelsTo De-Activate Brake Manual Parking BrakesTo Activate Brake Types of User Controller Controls and operating your powerchairFreewheel Operation see Shark OperationUnlock Function Shark Controller FunctionsHorn Button Lock FunctionBattery Gauge Adjusting Driving SpeedActuator Adjustment Using the SpeedometerDisplay This means 12.4 REM24SD OperationPilot + Operation Pilot + Controller Functions Mode ButtonSystem Status Indication VSI Operation VSI Controller Functions Unlock Function Display This means Types of Attendant Controller Driving practiceACS Dual Control Operation Pilot + Dual Control Operation Pilot + Attendant Control Pilot + Attendant Controller Functions Display This means Fixed Joystick Mounting Arm AdjustmentUser Joystick Mounting Hardware Installing / Removal Transportation Page Page Technical Specifications StorageTemperature B.A.* Seat Angle AdjustmentB.A.* Back Angle Adjustment OperatingTemperatureFlammability Label Upholstery Label locations1484781