Invacare FDX-CG, FDX-MCG user manual Stability and Balance

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2 SAFETY

Stability and Balance

￿ WARNING

ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. The seat positioning strap is a positioning strap ONLY. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety straps. If signs of wear appear, strap MUST be replaced IMMEDIATELY.

The drive behavior initially experienced by the user may be different from other wheelchairs previously used. The following warnings apply specifically when using this front wheel drive wheelchair.

DO NOT use on inclines greater than 9°.

DO NOT use on inclines with wet, slippery, icy or oily surfaces. This may include certain painted or otherwise treated wood surfaces.

DO NOT traverse down ramps at high speed. Doing so will reduce traction and increase stopping distance.

ALWAYS traverse down ramps at a reduced, constant speed to maintain stability and to avoid hard braking or sudden stops.

The end user’s weight can materially affect traction on sloped surfaces. Great care should be taken when traversing such slopes.

ALWAYS reduce speed when traveling up or down an incline or over obstacles and rough terrain. Traveling under these conditions may shift the users weight forward resulting in reduced stability.

Exercise caution and avoid sudden stops when traveling up or down an incline or over obstacles and rough terrain. If stopping becomes necessary under these driving conditions, release the joystick and allow the wheelchair to come to a full stop. Then proceed at a slower speed.

DO NOT traverse down ramps at high speed. Doing so will reduce traction and increase stopping distance. DO NOT leave elevating legrests in the fully extended position when proceeding down ramps or slopes.

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Contents Invacare FDX Contents Label Locations Technical Data Motor LOCKS/WHEEL Locks SETUP/MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Symbols GeneralGlobal Limited Warranty Excluding Canada Reference DocumentsGeneral Canada Limited Warranty Safety General GuidelinesOperation Information Setup DrivingSafety Stairways and Escalators Repair or Service Information Safety/Handling Safety Stability and Balance Do not stand on the frame of the wheelchair Coping with Everyday Obstacles Coping with Everyday ObstaclesFootplates and Front Rigging Reaching, Leaning and Bending ForwardReaching, Bending Backward Transferring To and From Other Seats Front ViewTop View Storage Electrical Grounding Instructions Electrical BatteriesElectrical Charging Batteries Weight Training Weight LimitationElectromagnetic Interference EMI From Radio Wave Sources Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference EMI Safety Label Locations Wheelchairs without Trro Label located under the front shroudWheelchairs with Trro Wheelchairs with Running LightsOverall Dimensions Typical Product Parameters ModelsSeat WheelsWeight Wheelchair Operation Preparing the Joystick for UseOperating the Wheelchair Turning the Power On/Off SPJ+ JoysticksMPJ+ Joystick Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair  For this procedure, refer to onFront Wheelchair Rear Wheelchair *The mode button is only present on SPJ+ w/ACC joystick On/Off Button SpeedometerSpeed Control Buttons Charger/Programming Input Service IndicatorJoystick Information Gauge DisplayMPJ+ Joystick Switches and Indicators On/Off Drive Select Toggle SwitchSpeed Control LCD Display ScreensLCD Display Clock Driving Screen User Settings User Settings Set Date and Time Battery VoltageIcon Description Programmable Mono Ports 1 and 2 with External Mode Switch Remote On/Off SwitchMode Switch When to Charge BatteriesMemory Card Slot SPJ+, SPJ+ w/PSS and SPJ+ w/ACC Joysticks SPJ+, SPJ+ w/PSS and SPJ+ w/ACC Joysticks Display ScreenCharging Batteries Description and Use of Battery Chargers Display Mini-DisplayRunning Lights Running Lights Through Single Function SwitchSingle Function Switch Running Lights Through MPJ+ JoystickMotor Locks/Wheel Locks Disengaging/Engaging Motor Lock LeversDisengaging/Engaging Motor Lock Levers Accessories Warning Disengaging/Engaging Wheel Lock LeversTransport Ready Option Trro About Transport Ready Packages Specifications Compliance InformationPositioning the Wheelchair in the Vehicle Side ViewSecurement Points Securing the WheelchairSecuring the Occupant Wheelchair-Anchored Belts Detail a Pelvic Belt Vehicle-Anchored Belts Rear ViewSeating System Positioning Belts Positioning Belts Setup/Maintenance Setup/Delivery InspectionUser/Attendant Inspection Checklists Inspect/Adjust WeeklyInspect/Adjust Monthly Inspect/Adjust PeriodicallyService Inspection Six Month InspectionSETUP/MAINTENANCE Inspect/Adjust Every 18 Months Batteries For Wheelchairs Using GP34 Batteries Using the Proper BatteriesRemoving/Installing the Batteries Tool QTYRemoving/Installing the Front Battery Removing/Installing the BatteriesRemoving/Installing the Rear Battery Removing the Rear ShroudRemove the rear battery from the wheelchair base frame Detail a Replacing the Batteries and/or Battery Cables Disconnecting Battery CablesConnecting Battery Cables Perform on one battery at a timeFront Battery Replacing the Batteries and/or Battery CablesAnti-Tippers Anti-TippersAdjusting Forks Adjusting ForksRepositioning Joystick Repositioning JoystickDisconnecting/Connecting the Joysticks DisconnectingDisconnecting/Connecting the Joysticks MPJ+ Joysticks MPJ+ JoysticksDriving Performance Electrical SPJ+, SPJ+ w/PSS or SPJ+ w/ACC JoysticksDisplay Description Definition Service Indicator Light Symptom Probable Cause Solutions MPJ+, PSR+, PSF+ Joysticks or DisplaysCtrl not Connected Improperly Checking Battery Charge Level DON’TInvacare FDX Invacare FDX USA