User Manual Action Vertic 09-2015
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1. i Distance between armrest and backrest 370 mm Min Max Min Max Picture Description value Mm Picture Description value Fixed armrest Maximum height N A prety 35 mm NT Ps mm Adjustable icd armrest 150 230 dd 23 height mm rt 0 ION Notched EX icr armrest N A 7 i lope height mm LI S 0 Rear wheel Maximum C E mm i pc e Handrim z Removable diameter t Wheels Overall weight 4 75 when empty 30 5 Kg kg Height User s without rear maximum G SS wheel 900 weight 115 mm kg j Weight of the d heaviest Fes 810 removed part 27 2 kg Cushion Nylon M4 dod ids Fire class EN 1201 mm ns 1 2 7 UV PR o ISO 13485 S BUREAU VERITAS Certification 1828 Manufacturer Invacare France Operations SAS Route de Saint Roch 37230 Fondettes France Invacare Australia Pty Ltd lenton Place North Rockes NSW 2151 Australia 61 2 8839 5333 Fax 61 2 8839 5353 Invacare n v Autobaan 22 8210 Loppem Brugge Belgium amp Luxemburg 2 32 50 831010 Fax 32 50 831011 Invacare A S Sdr Ringvej 37 2605 Br ndby Danmark i kundeservice 45 0 3690 0000 Fax kundeservice 45 0 3690 0001 Invacare GmbH AlemannenstraBe 10 D 88316 Isny Deutschland 49 0 75 62 7 000 Fax 49 0 75 62 7 00 66 Invacare European Distributor Organisation KleiststraBe 49 D 32457 Porta Westfalica Deutschland 492. spare parts which you can buy from any Invacare dealer For any repair please contact your local dealer who is in charge of returning your wheelchair to Invacare after sales department Disposal electric parts must be disposed of as electric components through recycling Batteries must be disposed of in an authorized disposal place Metal and plastic parts can be disposed of through recycling use of scrap The metal parts can be disposed of for scrap metal through recycling Plastic parts are disposed of as plastic scrap Disposal must be carried out in accordance with respective national and local regulations Please apply to your municipal authorities local government for details about local disposal companies 2 9 Dimension specifications ISO TAEDA VEIE IN Oy CF Op Seat effective width mm 435 Overall width mm 625 Width of folded wheelchair N A mm 790 960 Height from ground to back seat 460 mm Height from ground to front seat mm 500 Backrest height mm 350 500 Wheelchair height when backrest is folded mm 990 A Ou A D footrest and seat mm TEYA value Backrest height including N A headrest mm Overall length mm _ 915 1040 Length without footrest N A mm Distance between front wheel and rear wheel mm 410 475 Backrest angle 0 Bracket angle 0 Distance between 390 470 Bie fe
3. 0 31 754 540 Fax 49 0 57 31 754 541 Invacare SA c Areny s n Poligon Industrial de Celr 17460 Celr Girona Espa a 4 34 0 972 49 3200 Fax 34 0 972 49 32 20 Invacare Poirier SAS 29 Route de St Roch F 37230 Fondettes France amp 33 0 2 47 62 64 66 Fax 33 0 2 47 42 12 24 Invacare Mecc San s r l Via dei Pini 62 1 36016 Thiene VI Italia 2 39 0 445 380059 Fax 39 0 445 380034 Invacare Ireland Ltd Unit 5 Seatown Business Campus Seatown Rd Swords County Dublin Ireland amp 353 8107084 Fax 353 8107085 Invacare NZ 4 Westfield Place Mt Wellington Auckland New Zealand 4 kundeservice 64 22 57 95 10 Fax kundeservice 64 22 57 95 01 Invacare AS Grensesvingen 9 0603 Oslo Norge Z amp kundeservice 47 22 57 95 10 Fax kundeservice 47 22 57 95 01 Invacare PORTUGAL Lda Rua Estrada Velha 949 4465 784 Le a do Balio Portugal 4 35 225105946 Fax 351 225105739 Invacare AB Fagerstagatan 9 163 91 Sp nga Sverige kundtjanst 46 0 8 761 70 90 Fax kundtj nst 46 0 8 761 81 08 Invacare B V Celsiusstraat 46 NL 6716 BZ Ede Nederland 43 3 0 318 69 57 57 Fax 31 0 318 69 57 58 Invacare Ltd Pencoed Technology Park Pencoed Bridgend CF35 5AQ United Kingdom T Customer service 44 0 1656 776222 Fax 44 0 1656 776220 ud Manufacturer Invacare France Operations SAS Route de Saint Roch 37230 Fondettes France 1510207 EN C 2015 09 3
4. hexagonal key located on the actuator back supports in order to facilitate the backrest supports sliding Loosen the two external B and internal C screws sideways 4 mm hexagonal key then simultaneously slide the two support tubes forwards or backwards based upon user s morphology to the preset 17 holes Re tighten the 4 screws B amp C sideways 18 Make sure the 4 screws on the actuator back supports A are re tightened as there is a risk of vertical positioning system dysfunction if the supports slide on the chassis tubes 2 1 2 Tension adjustable seat upholstery photo 3 It allows to adjust the depth and curvature based upon user s morphology First disassemble one armrest panel by loosening the 2 screws and the supports 4 mm hexagonal key and 10 mm key position the upholstery if needed according to the depth adjustment see above then adjust Velcro fasteners B in order to stretch or slacken them in width Reposition the armrest panel A and securely tighten fastening screws N Check the quality and positioning of Velcro fasteners 2 1 3 Height adjustable backrest photos 4 amp 5 For height adjustment first take the backrest upholstery off slightly loosen the screw A with a 3 mm hexagonal key adjust to the desired height based upon the preset holes tighten without forcing Reposition the backrest upholstery according to the new height 2 1 4 Tension adjustable backrest upholst
5. repair We recommend that you take the wheelchair to your retailer at least once a year for a complete inspection Regular maintenance allows the identification and replacement of defective and worn parts which improves the daily operation of your wheelchair Regular inspections to be performed by you or your assistants a General Make sure that the wheelchair folds and unfolds easily Make sure that the wheelchair moves in a straight line no 11 resistance or deviation b Manual brakes Make sure that the manual brakes do not touch the moving tyres Make sure that the manual brakes operate easily Make sure that the joints are not worn and do not have excessive play c Vertical positioning system Check the raising lowering mechanism for any play or jamming in articulations lubricate if necessary see B 2 2 2 d Skirtguard armrest upholstery Make sure that all the fittings are properly tightened e Armrest tubes Make sure that armrest tubes are securely tightened and that there is no play or jamming in articulations lubricate if necessary see B 2 2 2 12 f Armrest tube foam Make sure that armrest tube foam is in good condition g Seat and backrest upholstery Make sure that the upholstery is in good condition h Rear wheels Make sure that the wheel nuts and precision bearings are tight Make sure that the wheels are parallel to the frame i Handrims Check for rough patches j Spokes Mak
6. than a user who weighs 100 kg To this purpose we recommend that you consult your retailer when choosing the model of wheelchair based upon your daily life style l l Reaching an object from the chair The limitations on reaching out from a wheelchair indicated in the following diagrams have been calculated based on a representative sample of wheelchair users Only the arms should be extended beyond the seat of the wheelchair figure 2 The body and head should remain within the boundaries of the seat figure 3 I I I Leaning forward Do not extend your chest over the armrest figure 4 In order to reach an object in front of you you must lean and bend down therefore you must use the castors as a tool pointing them forward to maintain stability and balance An accurate alignment of the wheels is essential for your safety figure 5 1 2 Leaning backward Position the wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object so that you can simply pick it up by stretching your arm while sitting in the chair in a normal position In any case do not lean backwards because you may cause the chair to tip figures 6 and 7 2 Transferring to other seats sideways figures 8 amp 9 This may be done without assistance provided that you are sufficiently mobile and have a strong enough t
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8. CE This manual MUST be given to the user of the product BEFORE using this product read this manual and save for future reference Invacare Action Vertic User guide EN Yes you can Foreword The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice Some information is submitted under copyright all rights reserved Any information in this document cannot be photocopied or duplicated without prior written authorization by Invacare As the European and world s leading manufacturer of wheelchairs Invacare endeavours to supply a wide range of wheelchairs to meet all the needs of the user in everyday life Final selection of the Action Vertic is based upon prior trial in order to obtain part or full reimbursement The user with the assistance of a multi disciplinary team of qualified health advisors as well as a registered distributor will find out if the product is perfectly adapted Intendant use Your wheelchair is especially designed to be used inside It is intended for active adults who wish to position themselves vertically during the day for medical or professional reasons This product complies with the European CE EN93 42 directives relative to medical products of Class EMC NF EN6060 2 et CEI 60335 2 and meets the NF mark standard NF EN ISO 14971 amp NF EN 12182 The launch date of this product is started in the CE declaration of conformity The Action Vertic is designed to be used for
9. ON l l Introduction Your wheelchair has been factory set before you purchased it However it must be specifically adapted to your needs The following detailed paragraphs describe the various functions and possible adjustments as well as available options You can make some adjustments yourself while others can be made only by your dealer Important based upon the selected model or options your new Action Vertic wheelchair may be equipped with all of the components or options which are described in the following pages N This is a warning symbol you must imperatively follow the instructions that are provided in these paragraphs to prevent personal injuries as well as injuries to people around you O Jl This is an information symbol about possibility to contact your Dealer for more information 1 2 General description see photo Your wheelchair is made of various parts and this manual describes only the main parts We recommend that you become acquainted with the following terms in order to better understand your wheelchair operation e The seat consists of the seat and backrest upholstery the backrest and armrests This unit is designed to provide optimal comfort e The swing away footrest support or legrest this is the supporting part between the frame and the footrest which swivels to facilitate transfers and can be removed during transport e T he footrest consists of an adjustable tube and the footplate whi
10. ange leds has just disappeared on the battery box b Before first use new batteries should be charged for 8 hours c Recharge at least for 8 hours if batteries are completely unloaded red light bars N Warning Dont let in charge the batteries more than 10 hours this can damage the batteries and reduce definitively their load level capacity d Ambient temperature during recharging should be between 10 C and 30 C e Recharging time is longer if temperature is below 10 C 4 2 Battery charge N Warning Always use the charger HP 1202N2 supplied with the wheelchair as there is a risk of explosion or destruction of batteries if poor quality or incompatible charger is used Always protect the charger against humidity as there is a risk of electrocution and destruction of the charger if it is wet Do not use the charger if it has been dropped or damaged as there is a risk of short circuit and electrocution Only use an extension lead if it is absolutely necessary as there is a risk of fire or injury if a damaged one is used If there is no other choice make sure the extension lead is in good condition and compatible with the charger power Connect the charger A to the battery box photo 25 the charge plug is located on the upper face under the plug protection B photo 26 Plug the charger into the mains it starts automatically and the red light on top of the charger turns orange When charging i
11. ch supports the foot e The folding frame consists of side frames and a folding system including the seat rails These parts constitute the frame which is the supporting component of the wheelchair and its strength is well tested checked at 115 kg e The steering tube is the connection between frame and castors it allows the adjustment of the seat angle e The rear wheel consists of the wheel axle and handrim The rear wheels ensure the rear stability and allow the propulsion of the wheelchair using the handrims They are mounted on the multiple adjustment wheel support brackets e The castor consists of the front wheel and the fork The castors provide front contact with the ground and determine the steering by the direction of the forks e The manual brake is a parking brake The two manual brakes are used to secure the wheelchair when stationary Chest strap Backrest upholstery Backrest Armrest tube Rear wheel Posture belt Rear wheel Seat upholstery support CN Rear wheel axle Knee support Adjustable p i f T gt M footrest tube Handrim 7 oa One piece footplate Manual brake Calf pad Frame Steering tube Front wheel 2 Adjustments and maintenance 2 1 Seat elements N Always perform the necessary adjustments before the user sits down the wheelchair in order to prevent any injury 2 1 1 Depth adjustable seat photo First loosen the 4 screws A 6 mm
12. e pavement and moves the wheelchair in a backwards position with the rear wheels against the kerb The attendant tilts the wheelchair backwards until it is balanced and pulls the wheelchair with a steady movement until the rear wheels climb over the kerb then he she lowers the castors while making sure that the chair is far enough on the pavement so that the castors do not fall into empty space To get off the pavement The attendant positions the wheelchair facing forward on the pavement and tilts it backwards until it is balanced then he she pushes the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels touch the road after getting over the obstacle then he she gradually lowers the castors to the ground 1 5 Slopes It is recommended to avoid using ramps with a slope higher than 7 The wheelchair risks tipping over in the event of spinning or side movement figure 13 Upward slopes figure 14 Lean the upper body forward and move the wheelchair forward with short quick pushes on the hand rims to maintain speed and direction control If you want to rest apply both brakes when stopping Downward slopes figure 15 Lean backward cautiously and let the hand rims slide in your hands Be ready to react at any moment to control speed and direction N Warning Avoid turning suddenly and never try to climb and descend a ramp diagonally figure 16 1 6 Stairways Because this is a difficult movemen
13. e sure that the spokes are not distorted loose or broken k Castors Make sure that the axle is tight by turning the wheel the wheel must gradually come to a stop l Fork steering tube Make sure that all the fittings are well tightened m Pneumatic and solid tyres Check the pressure of the pneumatic tyres value indicated on the sidewall check the wear of the solid tyre tread n Batteries Maintenance free batteries are protected inside a box equipped with a light load indicator green full load charge orange low load charge use is still possible red empty battery to be recharged ASAP see following page 4 Battery recharging o Maintenance Make sure that electric connections are well in place that cables are not cut or crushed N Warning Do not use any product to clean parts except for the upholstery which can be washed with soap and water only Make sure you dry the wheelchair if it is wet e g after washing it or going out in the rain Avoid riding on wet areas as well as gravel grass etc warning sand and sea water particularly damage ball bearings When using the wheelchair inside we recommend using solid tyre castors especially when riding on carpet Do not expose the wheelchair to a temperature higher than 40 C e g in a vehicle 4 Battery recharging 4 1 Instructions a The usual time to charge at the full capacity the batteries is 5 hours if they are at a low load level state the or
14. ery Photo 5 It allows to adjust the curvature of the backrest to the user s morphology and body posture Lift the flap and adjust the Velcro straps in order to stretch or slacken them Reposition the flap N Check the quality and positioning of Velcro straps 2 1 5 Footrest height angle and depth adjustment of the one piece footplate photo 6 Remove the two screws A amp B sideways 4 mm hexagonal key adjust to the desired height reposition the screws in the preset holes and firmly tighten sideways For angle adjustment loosen screws A amp B adjust to the desired angle by positioning screw B in one of the 3 threads and firmly re tighten the screws A amp B sideways Remove the two screws A amp B sideways to position the one piece footplate forwards or backwards reposition the screws in the preset holes and tighten firmly 2 1 6 Armrests height adjustment and foam removing photo 7 Loosen the two screws A 5 mm hexagonal key of each armrest tube support to make their sliding on the backrest tubes easier slide the armrest tube supports upwards or downwards based upon the user s morphology Firmly retighten the two fastening screws A sideways The foam tubular coating of the armrest tube is subject to wear To replace it remove it and perfectly clean the tube coat the tube and the inside of the new tubular foam coating with very soapy water slide the foam coating forwards on
15. fications will have on the overall immunity of the electronic system Report all occurrences of unintentional movement of the vehicle or release of the electric brakes to the manufacturer Stamp of the Distributor Introduction Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing an Invacare wheelchair This model was designed to provide you with all the benefits and features to meet your needs Only quality components were selected for your wheelchair based upon rigorous inspections during the entire manufacturing process This manual describes the operating limits of your wheelchair maintenance operations and adjustments that you or your assistant can make However all the repairs except for inner tubes as well as some adjustments require specific technical training and therefore must be performed by your distributor N Please read carefully the operating instructions in this user guide before first use of your wheelchair This product was supplied by Invacare manufacturer with respect to the environment It is in conformity with 2002 96 CE directive relative to electric and electronic equipment waste management This product may contain substances which might damage the environment if they are disposed of in inappropriate places and places non conform to national regulation M The symbol showing a crossed out waste bin is affixed on this product in order to encourage you to recycle it at selective collection structures please contact y
16. g the batteries is empty starts Battery load level 5 10 of the batteries load level 2 8 Specifications and tool 2 8 1 Standard wheelchair specifications Maximum user weight Seat width Seat depth Floor seat height Rear wheel Castors Parking brake Backrest Armrests Seat upholstery Frame Wheelchair average weight Electrical fittings Batteries Battery charger 115 kg 38 43 48 cm 41 46 cm 46 51 cm 50 cm 24 610 mm pneumatic tyre 6 150 mm solid tyre Manual brake 25 with indexed brake shoe Fixed and folding Tubular amp swing away Black nylon Aluminium epoxy coated 30 kg 24V fuse T2A 250V NI MH 24V 3 8 Ah 100 240 V AC 50 560 Hz 1 0 A 26 Electrical actuator Authorized storage temperature Authorized ambient temperature Linak 4500 N IP 65 protection 150 times 40 C to 65 C 20 C to 40 C 2 8 2 Tools for adjustments and regular maintenance not supplied Function Seating depth Backrest height Brake Footrest tube Footplate Armrests height Skirt guard Castor Quick release axle Tool 4 mm Allen key 3 mm Allen key 5 mm Allen key 4 mm Allen key 4 mm Allen key 6 mm Allen key 4 mm Allen key and 10 mm open end wrench 3 mm open end wrench X 2 19 mm open end wrench amp mm open end wrench 2 8 3 After sale and disposal recommendations It is compulsory to use original Invacare
17. id oil same type as for a sewing machine or 3 in type oil spray equipped with precision tip 2 3 2 Handrims Do not touch the side gas actuators as there is a risk of serious injury if you notice any oil leakage please consult with They provide the wheelchair propulsion they are made of your dealer anodized aluminium 2 3 Rear wheels N Handrims are constantly in contact with your hands Mak 2 3 1 Wheels ake sure that they are not damaged 2 3 3 Quick rel The 24 610 mm rear wheels are spoked wheels equipped TE case Nes with thin tread pneumatic tyres Depress the button A and insert the axle in the wheel hub Position the assembly in the bearing B of the multiple A flat tyre photo 13 must be removed in order to be adjustable wheel mounting until it locks in place The locking repaired Remove the rim assembly tyre and inner tube sie C der rise e the bearing No significant side repair or replace the inner tube reinsert in the tyre and ONE eM inier reposition the assembly on the rim To red h ible photo 15 Comply with the inflation pressure specified on the sidewall of o reduce clearance as much as possible photo 15 remove the axle and adjust the nut using a 24 mm key then block the tyre the axle with an mm open end key N Make sure that the axle and the locking balls are clean A B C To prevent falls it is essential that the button A and the locking balls C are di
18. ion Vertic is perfectly adapted to your morphology all necessary adjustments are described in B 2 1 Always make sure that the ground where you want to stand up is perfectly level and firm without any obstacle or object which might damage stability of the wheelchair and safety of the user Operate both manual brakes to block rear wheels 7 1 Standing up photos 20 amp 21 Make sure that the four slings used to hold the body during vertical positioning are in place and well adjusted see B After applying the above safety measures you can stand 2 1 7 Straps and posture belts up position your forearms on armrest tubes and operate button A upwards stand up progressively in stages until Make sure that no obstacle or person a child for the prescribed vertical angle The persons around you and instance prevents the raising or lowering as there is a yourself will be advised that you are using the stand up risk of serious injury in case of body jamming in moving function by a long beep I tone mechanical devices 7 2 Sitting down photo 22 Be careful not to hit an obstacle with the raising lowering knob as the possibility of the switch breaking Keep your forearms on the armrest tubes and switch button could cause an overly long blockage in the vertical position A down go down progressively in stages to the initial seating position beeping will stop Make sure you always have the
19. ir the attendant must firmly grab the handles making sure both are properly fixed Warn the occupant in the wheelchair before tilting it and remind him her to lean backwards and make sure that both feet and hands of the user are clear of the wheels Place a foot on the footstep tube and move continuously until the chair reaches the equilibrium point At this stage the assistant will feel a difference in weight distribution which usually occurs at approximately 30 At this point the wheelchair can get over the obstacle easily Finally the attendant slowly and gradually lowers the front down to the ground while firmly holding the handles N Warning Be aware of detachable parts such as armrests or legrests they must NEVER be used as lifting supports as they may be inadvertedly released resulting in possible injury to the user and or attendant Do not lower the wheelchair suddenly even if it is several centimetres from the ground as this may result in injury of the user 1 4 Tilting Kerbs To get on the pavement Method figure 11 The attendant positions the wheelchair in front of the pavement facing forward Attendant tilts the wheelchair backwards until the castors reach the pavement attendant pushes the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels are against the kerb and again pushes the wheelchair until the rear wheels climb over the kerb Method 2 figure 12 In this case the attendant stays on th
20. ise the wheelchair for example to put it into a car as the heaviest part is about 27 kg in weight see 2 1 Folding Unfolding Make sure you are well positioned in order to relieve your back 6 Summary of warranty terms 6 1 Standard Invacare terms and conditions This is to certify that your manual wheelchair is warranted by Invacare for a period of 2 years for the frame and crossbars all others parts 2 years also but subject to the following conditions If a defect or fault is discovered the supplier dealer from whom the appliance was purchased should be notified immediately The manufacturer will not accept responsibility for damage caused by misuse or non observance of the instructions set out in the user manual During the period of warranty any parts that have become defective due to faulty workmanship or materials will be renewed or repaired without charge by the Invacare dealer supplier The warranty will be forfeited should any unauthorised alteration be made to the equipment The Purchaser s statutory rights under the Consumer Protection Act are not affected 6 2 Limitation of liability This warranty does not extend to the consequential costs resulting from fault clearance in particular freight and travel costs loss of earnings expenses etc Invacare shall not be liable for Natural wear and tear Inappropriate or incorrect use Defective assembly or setting up by the purchaser o
21. lt should not be used as a safety belt 2 1 7 4 Calf strap photo 11 According to the position of the one piece footplate forwards or backwards tension adjustment should perfectly keep the feet centered adjust the strap with Velcro slings A in order to stretch or slacken it N Check that Velcro fasteners are in place and make sure they perfectly overlap 2 2 Frame 2 2 1 Side frames Side frames are mainly designed to fix fork tubes for the front wheels and multi adjustable wheel attachments for the rear wheels The rear wheels attachments allow two positions in length and five in depth Active forward for easier driving Standard delivered in series stable up to 10 slope Amputee backward for increased stability NN Note the adjustments and positioning must be performed by a professional technician upon agreement by a prescribing physician Please consult with you dealer N In Active position it is necessary to use anti tippers to avoid any risk of tipping backwards when you drive on a slope 2 2 2 Stand up mechanism The raising lowering mechanism does not need any particular adjustment or maintenance just regularly make sure that 21 Electrical connections are in place and cables cannot be crushed or cut during raising or lowering operation Depending on use once a week to once a month regularly lubricate the different articulations of the stand up mechanism with flu
22. ork tray 2 7 Table of light sound signals signification 2 8 Specifications and tools 2 8 1 Standard wheelchair specification 2 8 2 Tools for adjustment not supplied 2 8 3 After sale and disposal 2 9 Dimensions ISO 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 Page l6 l6 7 7 18 18 18 19 19 20 21 21 21 22 22 22 22 23 23 23 23 24 24 24 24 25 25 25 26 26 27 A GENERAL GUIDELINES Safety and operating limits For a safe operation of your wheelchair the following parameters should be observed Stability and balance Your wheelchair has been designed to provide the stability you need during normal daily activities Any movement in the wheelchair will have an impact on the position of the centre of gravity which may lead to the wheelchair tipping and a fall To improve your safety when you move a lot or you transfer your weight from one place to another we recommend using seat belts Weight distribution figure Many actions cause the user of a wheelchair to reach out lean over or move about within the wheelchair and outside it These movements cause a change to normal balance centre of gravity G and weight distribution of the wheelchair Weight Limit The maximum recommended weight of the user is 5kg However the level of activity is an essential factor For example an active user who weighs 75 kg may subject the wheelchair to more stress
23. orso Move the wheelchair as close as possible to the seat to which you would like to sit with the castors pointed forward Lock the wheels by applying the brakes Swing the armrest pad backwards on the side you would like to move to Move the weight of your body towards the seat figure 8 Front transfer is possible by leaning on the two armrests to lift yourself up however it is not recommended as the slight flexibility of armrests may cause momentary instability and possibly lead to a fall While moving from the wheelchair to the seat your body will have little or no support Where possible use a transfer board during transfers figure 9 N Warning Position yourself as close as possible to the place where you wish to sit When transferring position yourself as far back as possible in the seat to prevent breaking screws damaging the seat upholstery or causing the wheelchair to tip forward Lock the two brakes they should not be used in any case as support for transfers Never stand on the footrests when you are getting in or out of the wheelchair figure 10 1 3 Tilting balancing on the rear wheels For greater safety this operation must be performed by an attendant The attendant should be aware of the required physical effort and use appropriate positioning in order to relieve the strain on his her back keep a straight back and bend your knees during this operation To tilt the wheelcha
24. ou with advice regarding the propulsion which is best adapted to your disability 3 Safety inspection and maintenance 3 1 Performance control As the user you will be the first to notice the possible operational defects of your wheelchair The following table indicates the easiest troubleshooting symptoms to identify and the preliminary inspection that you can perform In the event that the symptoms persist after adjusting the pressure in the tyres and tightening screws and nuts please consult your retailer The inner tubes of the wheels are the only components that you can repair yourself see B 2 3 Depending on use once a week to once a month regularly lubricate the different articulations of the stand up mechanism with fluid oil same type as for a sewing machine or 3 in type oil spray equipped with precision tip see B 2 2 2 The The The Th Crasidng Esos wheelchair wheelchair wheelchair e ay in H swerves swerves turns or castors hi the Inspections to the right to the left moves slowly lift ene wheelchair Make sure that pressure e e in the pneumatic tyre is correct cf B 2 3 Make sure that the bolts e e e e are tight Check the adjustment eo e on the fork angle Make sure that the 2 castors come in contact o o o with the ground at the same time 3 2 General inspection Your distributor who has the required technical expertise is responsible for any wheelchair
25. our municipal authorities local government Please be ecologically responsible and recycle this product at the end of use A GENERAL GUIDELINES Safety and operating limits I I Reaching an object from the chair 2 Transferring to other seats 1 3 Tilting 1 4 Tilting Kerbs 1 5 Slopes 6 Stairways 7 Vertical positioning 2 Operating instructions 2 1 Folding and Unfolding the wheelchair 2 2 Wheelchair propulsion 3 Safety inspection and maintenance 3 1 Performance control 3 2 General inspection 4 Battery recharging 4 1 instructions 4 2 Battery charge 4 3 Battery maintenance instructions 5 Transportation 6 Summary of warranty terms 6 1 Standard terms 6 2 Limitation of liability 7 Operating instructions for optimal safety TABLE OF CONTENTS Page NNN OD OD U1 CJ 10 10 13 3 3 3 4 4 I5 B DESCRIPTION OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR Presentation l l Introduction 2 General description 2 Adjustments 2 1 Seat elements Depth adjustable seat 2 Tension adjustable seat upholstery 3 Height adjustable backrest 4 Tension adjustable backrest upholstery 1 5 footrests 1 6 Armrests 7 Straps and posture belts 2 2 Frame 2 1 Side frame 2 2 Stand up mechanism 2 3 Rear wheel 3 1 Wheels 3 2 Handrims 2 3 3 Quick release axles 2 4 Castors 2 4 1 Wheels 2 5 Brakes 2 5 1 Manual brakes 2 6 Options and accessories 2 6 Push handle 2 6 2 Anti tippers 2 6 3 W
26. possibility to call for assistance in case of a problem when standing up mobile Note After no use during 30 minutes tone warns you of phone or alarm necklace bracelet at hand the setting in a stand by mode 10 2 Operating instructions 2 1 Folding and unfolding of stand up wheelchair 2 1 1 Folding To reduce the wheelchair bulk for transport or putting away first loosen both threaded pins A to stop without forcing risk of loss of the nut then position the two armrest pads parallel to the backrest pull the backrest upwards and fold it on the seat Rear wheels also are removable push on the central knob of the quick release wheel axle see B 2 3 3 2 1 2 Unfolding Follow the same instruction in reverse order by first positioning rear wheels Then put the backrest in initial position N Warning Push on the backrest downwards before re tightening both treaded pins A to make sure the backrest is well positioned N Warning Check that quick release axles are well locked in their housing as there is a risk of a serious fall if not the case 2 2 Wheelchair propulsion Wheelchair propulsion is provided by the handrims mounted on the wheels The handrims can be adjusted based upon your height to allow you to hold them properly and various accessories can be added to improve the grip anti slip plastic coated etc Qualified medical and paramedical staff will be able to provide y
27. r third parties Defective or neglectful treatment use of unsuitable spares 7 Operating instructions for optimal safety Maximum user s recommended weight 15 kg Do not attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat Do not attempt to pick up objects from the floor by reaching down between your knees Do not lean over the top of the upholstery back to reach objects located behind you this may cause you to tip over Always engage both manual brakes simultaneously Manual brakes are parking brakes they must not be used in any case to slow down the wheelchair or as support during transfers Do not tilt the wheelchair down kerbs or steps without 15 using an assistant Do not carry in the stairways or escalator user sited in the wheelchair whith only one attendant this may cause serious injury Do not use the wheelchair unless it has the proper tyre pressure as indicated on the side wall of the tyre Do not overinflate the tyres this may cause the tyres to explode and cause bodily harm Do not expose the wheelchair to a temperature higher than 40 C To avoid injury keep your fingers away from mobile parts swing in armrests foldable backrest vertical positioning system manual brakes and maintain good posture before lifting the wheelchair Do not use the wheelchair in humid environment and outside under the rain 16 B DESCRIPTION OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR I PRESENTATI
28. reset hole A firmly retighten screw and nut sideways 4 mm Allen key and 0 mm spanner 2 6 2 Anti tippers photo 18 They prevent back tipping which ensures safety when driving on slopes or crossing obstacles Insert the anti tipper small wheel into the frame vertical tube position the screw in the preset hole A firmly retighten screw and nut sideways 4 mm Allen key and 10 mm spanner N The anti tippers must not be used without the 24 rear wheels nor be used as transfer wheels while the user is sitting on the wheelchair This is to prevent any fall which may cause serious injuries 2 6 3 Work tray It is positioned on the armpads fasten it to the armrest tubes on the painted tubes to the back of the armpads using Velcro fasteners Release the quick tightening handles A slide the tray forward or backward inside the aluminium gutters based upon the user s build and retighten the quick tightening handles A The tray reduces the access to the raising lowering knob N Do not place heavy gt 5 kg or instable objects containers with very hot and corrosive liquids on the tray which may cause serious injury if they fall 2 7 Light sound signals signification Light bars on the battery box Leds All the green leds re 100 of the batteries load level lighted The first 3 green leds 90 9576 of the batteries load disappears level The orange leds disappear no leds anymore lighted the noise alertin
29. s finished the warning light on top of the charger is green first unplug the charger from the mains and then the charge plug from the battery box Red flashing low charge load capacity 13 orange flashing tension of batteries in low or overheating N Warning Do not use the raising lowering mechanism when the charger is plugged unless battery load capacity is too low for lowering operation 14 4 3 Battery maintenance instructions N Warning Don t let in charge the batteries more than 10 hours this can damage the batteries and reduce definitively their load level capacity Only store batteries when they are completely charged Batteries can be stored at a temperature from 40 C to 65 C If batteries are stored for more than 4 weeks they should be recharged once a month This is to keep their full charge and prevent any deterioration by spontaneous discharge 5 Transportation N Warning This wheelchair was not designed nor tested to be used as a seat in a vehicle it is necessary to move the user to a vehicle seat adapted to human transport The Action Vertic is equipped with batteries which are not considered as dangerous equipment This classification conforms to the following regulations Regulation on dangerous goods road transport GGVS Regulation on dangerous goods railway transport Regulation on dangerous goods air freight IATA DGR Two persons are required to ra
30. sengaged providing a perfect lock of the rear wheels The quick release axle is a precision part take care of shocks and clean regularly to ensure the good mechanism operation 2 4 Castors 2 4 Wheels The 6 front wheels are equipped with supple solid tyres 2 5 Brakes 2 5 1 Manual brakes The manual brakes photo 16 are designed to secure the wheelchair during long stops They are not intended to slow down the wheelchair or to be used as support during a transfer They must be operated simultaneously In order to brake push the handle A forward The handle folds back to facilitate transfers Draw as a preliminary the handle upwards Once the brakes are engaged the wheelchair should not move at all Note brake adjustments are based upon the diameter and type of the wheels After repairing a flat tyre or in the event of wear of the pneumatic or solid tyre you may need to adjust the brake s To adjust the brake s loosen the two screws B and slide the brake assembly to obtain the following distance value between the wheel and the brake shoe in unlocked position photo 16A Solid tyre X 4 mm Pneumatic tyre X 4 mm N Firmly tighten the screws B after adjustment Keep your fingers away from movable parts to prevent injuries 23 24 2 6 Options and accessories 2 6 1 Push handles photo 7 Take off the cap which shuts the backrest tube insert the handle into the tube position the screw in the p
31. short periods as well as permanently in everyday life or at work It is important that you comply with the vertical positioning protocol duration frequency posture maximum verticality angle which has been prescribed by your physical therapist Safety Information on Electromagnetic Interference This electric vehicle was successfully tested in accordance with International standards as to its compliance with Electromagnetic Interference EMI Regulations However electromagnetic fields such as those generated by radio and television transmitters and cellular phones can influence the functions of electric vehicles Also the electronics used in our vehicles can generate a low level of electromagnetic interference which however will remain within the tolerance permitted by law For these reasons we ask you to please observe the following precautions WARNING Danger of malfunction due to electromagnetic interference Do not switch on or operate portable transceivers or communication devices such as radio transceivers or cellular phones when the vehicle is switched on Avoid getting near strong radio and television transmitters n case the vehicle should be set in motion unintentionally switch it off immediately Adding electrical accessories and other components or modifying the vehicle in any way can make it susceptible to electromagnetic interference Keep in mind that there is no sure way to determine the effect such modi
32. t we recommend using two attendants one in front of the wheelchair and one behind the wheelchair N Warning we recommend that users over 125 kg in weight do not use this operation To climb stairways figure 17 After tilting the wheelchair to the point of equilibrium one assistant at the back holds the wheelchair up against the first step grasping the handles firmly to lift The second assistant lifts the wheelchair above the stairs while holding firmly a fixed part of the frame and holds it while the first assistant takes a step and repeats the operation The wheelchair must not be lowered until the last step has been passed and the chair is clear of the stairs To descend stairways Same operation as above however in reverse order N Warning Do not attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable parts such as armrests legrests or footrests Avoid using an escalator which may lead to serious injury in the event of a fall 1 7 Vertical positioning Battery autonomy make it possible to stand up and sit down about 150 times depending on user s weight before recharging N Warning You should not use the raising lowering mechanism when the charger is connected unless batteries are at very low capacity and cannot drive lowering operation Please comply with the vertical positioning protocol which has been prescribed by your physical therapist It is essential that your Act
33. the tube to its front end IN Wait at least for 24 hours for the soapy water to be completely evaporated before using your stand up wheelchair again 20 2 1 7 Straps and posture belts 2 1 7 1 Chest strap photos 8 amp 9 Ideally it is positioned at the base of the chest with the cushion A well centered For height adjustment fasten the Velcro fastener to the rear part of the seat under the flap for tension adjustment make sure the ribcage is not compressed based upon user s morphology N Check that Velcro fasteners are in place and make sure they perfectly overlap 2 1 7 2 Knee support photo 9 Ideally it is positioned at the base of kneecaps with the cushion B well centered on legs tension adjustment helps to hold legs during vertical positioning if knee slipping is felt when standing up go back to sitting position and re tighten the strap C progressively N Check that the two buckles are well fastened to their supports make sure that Velcro fasteners are well positioned and perfectly overlap 2 1 7 3 Posture belt Belt with buckle fastening photo 10 to fasten the buckle insert part A in part B to open the buckle press part C Depending on user s corpulence pull one or the other of the extremities of the strap passing through part B and adjust part D according to free length N Check that the belt does not go into the rear wheel spokes When in a vehicle the posture be
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