Invacare® Auriga - Bellevue Medical & Rehab Supplies
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1. 45 10 1 1 2 Removing a front wheel 4 Wheel Version 1 f Requirements e Allen key 6 mm e Rubber hammer e Jack the vehicle up and place a block of wood underneath it to prop it up e Remove the nut that secures the wheel 1 using the 6 mm Allen key e Remove the wheel using the rubber hammer to coax it off of the axle by gently hitting it on the rear side Re assembly Re assembly is done in reverse order Make sure that the wheel is put back on the same side it was on and that it runs in the same direction it did before it was removed 46 10 1 1 3 Removing a front wheel 3 Wheel Version 1 f Requirements e 2 Spanners 17 mm e Tilt the scooter over on it s side e Remove the bolts that hold the wheel 1 using the two spanners then remove the wheel from the fork Re assembly Re assembly is done in reverse order Make sure that the wheel runs in the same direction it did before it was removed 47 10 1 1 4 Repairing the flat tyre 1 f Requirements General e Repair kit for inner tubes or an new inner tube e Talcum powder e Socket spanner 13 mm Requirements 3 Wheel Version front wheel e Allen key 6 mm e Remove the valve cap e Let the air out of the tyre by pressing the pin in the centre of the valve in e Remove the 4 nuts 1 from the rear of the wheel using the 13 mm spanner 3 Wheel Version front wheel counter the bolts from the other side using the 6 mm Allen key e Remo2. Approach the kerb or obstacle slowly head on Shortly before the front wheels touch the obstacle increase the speed and reduce only after the rear wheels have also climbed the obstacle Il Driving down off of an obstacle e Approach the kerb or obstacle slowly head on Before the front wheels touch the obstacle reduce speed and keep it Incorrect until also the rear wheels have come down off of the obstacle 17 4 3 4 4 Driving up and down gradients The Invacare Auriga can safely climb the following gradients e 4 Wheel Version up to 150 kg payload 12 e 3 Wheel Version up to 120 kg payload 12 e 3 Wheel Version up to 150 kg payload 10 WARNING Danger of tipping over e Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2 3 of the top speed e Always return the backrest of your seat to an upright position before ascending slopes We recommend that you lean the backrest slightly to the rear before descending slopes e Never attempt to ascend or descend a slope on slippery surfaces or where there is a danger of skidding such as wet pavement ice etc e Avoid trying to get out of the vehicle on an incline or a gradient e Always drive straight in the direction the road or path you are on goes rather than attempting to zigzag e Never attempt to turn around on an incline or a slope Parking and Standstill When parking your vehicle or if your vehicle is stationary for a prolonged period e Switch the vehic
3. batteries can be given back to your dealer or directly to Invacare 41 co 42 Care and maintenance NOTE Have your vehicle checked once a year by an authorised Invacare dealer in order to maintain it s driving safety Cleaning the vehicle When cleaning the vehicle pay attention to the following points e Only use adamp cloth and gentle detergent e Do not use any scrubbing agents e Do not subject the electronic components to any direct contact with water e Do not use high pressure cleaning devices Maintenance Jobs When Delivered Seat and backrest padding Check for perfect condition Have Have Gr chead Tor pen a pe E5 checked for specified air pressure 2 5 bar Ce aa ea SSS wheels must spin smoothly If wheels wobble or do not spin easily adjust steering pivot pin or front wheel bearing Rear wheels Test wheel for firm seat on the axle drive shaft Rear wheels must spin without wobbling Electronics Electrical System Check all plug connections for condition and firm connection Have batteries been fully charged before the daily operation Are all holders screws firmly fixed tight and safe Are all electric bulbs of the lighting system if applicable in working order Before each trip Cleaning Clean all parts carefully Once a year you should have your vehicle inspected and serviced by your authorised dealer A complete checklist of necessary maintenance work can be fo
4. be repaired or replaced at Invacare s option This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of any such product Invacare s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to such repair and or replacement For warranty service please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare product In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service please write directly to Invacare at the address on the back cover provide dealer s name address date of purchase indicate nature of the defect and if the product is serialized indicate the serial number Do not return products to our factory without our prior consent LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED PRODUCTS IF THE SERIAL NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO NEGLIGENCE ACCIDENT IMPROPER OPERATION MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT INVACARE S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE OR TO A PRODUCT DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE S CONTROL AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTION
5. side e Pull the lever 1 to release the seat e Slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position e Release the lever to lock the seat in place An 29 7 3 30 Adjusting the width of the armrests The knobs to release the armrests are located in the back under the seat 1 e Turn the knobs to release the armrests e Adjust the armrests to the desired width e Retighten the knobs 7 4 Releasing the seat so that it may rotated and or removed The seat can be rotated to the side to ease getting on and off of the scooter In this position the seat can also be removed The lever for releasing the seat so that it can be rotated is located under the seat on the right 1 e Push the lever forward to release the seat e Rotate the seat to the side e lf desired firmly grip the seat by the backrest and the front edge and pull upwards to remove it 31 7 5 Adjusting the height of the seat The height of the seat can be adjusted to 43 45 47 or 49 cm 1 f Requirements e 2 Spanners 17 mm e Remove the seat e Remove the cover from the battery and motor compartment e Remove the bolt that hold the seat post using the two spanners 32 NOTE Do not use the uppermost hole In this position the seat is too low and does not have enough clearance above the cowling Adjust the seat height Reposition the bolt and tighten 33 34 Electrical System Electronics Protecti
6. ENTLY ON Contact your authorised Invacare Dealer If the leftmost diode of the battery charge display is FLASHING Count the number of flashes and refer to the next section 6 3 2 Flash Codes Number of Fault Impact on Notes flashes Scooter o o mgg CO elbetenesas soon as possible oS charging the batteries as soon as possible Battery voltage Drive inhibited e Battery charge is empty Recharge the batteries e lf the scooter is left off for a few minutes battery charge may recover sufficiently to allow driving for a short period of time Lifter raised Driving speed e Lower lifter completely reduced Battery voltage Drive inhibited e Battery charge is too high If a charger is plugged in unplug it e The electronic system charges the batteries when travelling down slopes or decelerating Excessive charging in this manner may cause this fault Turn the scooter power off and then back on again 25 26 Number of flashes Fault Impact on Scooter Current Limit Drive inhibited Time Out Brake Fault Drive inhibited Out Of Neutral Drive inhibited At Power Up The scooter has drawn too much current for too long possibly because the motor has been over worked jammed or stalled Turn the scooter power off leave it off for a few minutes and then turn the power back on again The controller has detected a short circuited motor Check the cable harness for short and check the motor Contact you
7. Invacare Auriga Scooter User Manual Invacare advises that you need to check the road and traffic laws in your state regarding the use of scooters and power wheelchairs This User Manual covers the 3 Auriga scooter models maximum speed of 6 4 km h 8 km h and 10 C 4 km h respectively Some information described in this User Manual are specific to the 6 4 km h model only How can you get in touch with Invacare If you have any questions or need support please contact your authorised Invacare Dealer first They have the necessary know how and equipment plus the special knowledge concerning your Invacare product which enables them to offer you all round satisfactory service Should you wish to contact us directly you can reach us at the following Invacare Australia Pty Ltd 1 Lenton Place North Rocks NSW 2151 Australia Phone 61 2 8839 5333 Fax 61 2 8839 5311 Phone Free 1800 460 460 Email sales invacare com au Invacare NewZealand 4 Westfield Place Mt Wellington New Zealand Phone 64 9 917 3939 Fax 649 917 3957 Phone Free 0508 468 2227 Email sales invacare co nz Table of Contents Chapter Page NTOdUCUON caisieccaneecacestrenctesconcereatete a 7 1 1 Important symbols in this manual 2 s0esen0 oc cartesian ealedecc ae ee eee eee eta 8 1 2 Type Classification and Area Of USC cc ccccecccceecceseeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeesseeeeeeeseueeaeeeeeeeeeesaaaaaees 8 Safety NOTES ez caaecscesecectrc
8. Off board Output 8 A 24V DC for 30 40 Ah batteries 24V DC for 30 40 Ah batteries external battery charger plug external battery charger plug on rear of control panel on rear of control panel Weight including 30 Ah batteries heaviest part payload 54 3 Wheel Version 4 Wheel Version Dimensions gt gt O Height anti tippers Seat height measured e 43 45 47 49 cm e 43 45 47 49 cm adjustable headrest a gt headrest adjustable Seat width Seat depth Armrest height Tyre pressure if fitted with e 2 5 bar 40 psi e 2 5 bar 40 psi pneumatic tyres 55 56 3 Wheel Version 4 Wheel Version Driving attributes e 6 4 km h 4 mph Safe climbing capability e upto 120 kg load 12 e 12 21 21 e upto 150 kg load 10 17 Maximum obstacle height e 8cm Minimum turning radius e 150cm Range according to ISO With 30 Ah Batteries e 32 km 20 miles e 32 km 20 miles With 40 Ah Batteries e 40 km 25 miles e 40 km 25 miles 8 km h and 10 km h maximum speed Auriga models also available This User Manual covers the 3 Auriga scooter models maximum speed of 6 4 km h 8 km h and 10 km h respectively Some information described in this User Manual are specific to the 6 4 km h model only Approximately Note The scooter s range depends strongly on various factors such battery charge ambient temperature local topography road conditions tyre pressure driver
9. S THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES IMPLIED WARRANTIES IF ANY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN AND THE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS Invacare Australia Pty Ltd www invacare com au Invacare Australia All rights reserved All trademarks are owned by 1 Lenton Place or licensed to Invacare Corporation unless North Rocks NSW 2151 otherwise noted Teflon is a registered trademark E r of E I DU Pont Nemours and Company Yes you can Australia Specifications and prices are subject to change Phone 1800 460 460 without notification 2008 Invacare Corporation Fax 02 8839 5311 Form No 99 154 Part No 1090132 Rev E 2 08 09
10. ant seated in it e Never transport the scooter with the occupant seated in it Danger of injury if maximum permissible load is exceeded e Do not exceed the maximum permissible load see technical specifications Danger of injury due to wrong lifting or dropping of heavy components e When maintaining servicing or lifting any part of your scooter take into account the weight of the individual components especially of the batteries Be sure at all times to adopt the correct lifting posture and ask for assistance if necessary Danger of injury if you fall off of the scooter e f restraining systems are installed such as seat belts use them each time you drive the scooter Danger of injury by moving parts e Make sure that no injury is incurred by moving parts of the scooter like wheels or a Seat Lifter especially when children are around Danger of fire or breaking down due to electric devices being connected e Do not connect any electric devices to your vehicle that are not expressly certified by Invacare for this purpose Have all electrical installations done by your authorised Invacare Dealer Danger of technical failure and injury if unauthorized spare parts and components are used e Only use original Invacare spare parts which have been approved for use with this vehicle 11 2 2 12 Safety Information on Electromagnetic Interference This electric vehicle was successfully tested in accordance with inter
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13. f time then the batteries must be charged at least once a month to maintain a full charge Alternatively the vehicle can stay connected to the charger The batteries cannot be overcharged with the specified charger Please use only charging devices in Class 2 This class of chargers may be left unattended during charging All charging devices which are supplied by Invacare comply with these requirements 8 2 2 Charging the battenes A Note The Invacare Aunga can be charged using an external charger Make sure you read and understand the battery charger s User s Manual as well as the Safety not es on the front and rear panels of the charger WARNING Danger of explosion and destruction of batteries if the wrong battery charger is used e Onlyeverusethe extemal battery charger supplied by Invacare or a charger that has been approved by Invacare Danger of electric shock and damage to the battery charger if it is allowed to get wet e Protect the battery charger from water Danger of short circuit and electric shock if the battery charger has been damaged e Do not use the battery charger it has fallen on the ground or been damaged Danger of f re and electric shock if a damaged extension cable is used e Only ever use an extension cable if it is absolutely necessary In case you must use one make sure it is in good condition 37 Connecting the charger e First connect the battery charger to the scooter Charging socke
14. h an obstacle when driving through narrow passages such as doorways and entrances e Drive through narrow passages in the lowest Driving Speed and with due caution The most important parts 1 De clutching lever 2 Release lever for swivelling and removing seat under the seat on the right 3 Release lever for seat sliding rail adjustment under the seat on the right in the front 4 Primary Charging Socket 5 Key switch ON OFF 6 Throttle oho ae 7 Control panel ees yp 4 gt he j 8 Lever for adjusting the angle of the ee S uT a steering column an Driving Before driving for the first time Before you take your first trio you should familiarise yourself well with the operation of the vehicle and with all operating elements Take your time to test all functions and driving modes NOTE If installed use the restraining systems seat belts each time you use the vehicle Sitting Comfortably Driving Safely Before each trip make sure that You are within easy reach of all operating elements The battery charge is sufficient for the distance intended to be covered The seatbelt is in perfect order 4 2 Taking Obstacles Your Invacare Auriga can overcome obstacles and kerbs of up to 8 cm CAUTION Danger of Tipping Over e Never approach obstacles at an angle e Put your backrest into an upright position before climbing an obstacle Driving up over an obstacle Correct e
15. he speed of the scooter is automatically reduced to lower the risk of tipping over This is indicated by the LED just above the buttons being lit Lower the Lifter to restore speed to it s normal level The LED will go out Status display NOTE The leftmost diode of the battery charge display serves as an error message display status display For an explanation of the Error Codes please see chapter 6 3 on page 23 Battery charge display All diodes lit full driving range Only red and yellow diodes lit decreased drive range Charge batteries at end of journey Only red diodes lit flashing battery reserve very low drive range Charge batteries immediately NOTE Total discharge protection After a certain drive time on reserve battery power the electronics switches the drive off automatically and the scooter will be immobile 21 6 2 Driving the Scooter e Switch on the power supply key switch The displays on the Control Panel light up The scooter is ready to drive NOTE Va If the scooter does not respond after switching on check the status display see chapter Status display on page 21 e Set the driving speed with the speed adjustment knob e Gently pull the right driving lever towards you to drive forwards e Gently pull the left driving lever towards you to drive backwards NOTE VA The controller is programmed with standard values ex works Your Invacare Dealer can program it to fit your requiremen
16. hnical Specifications and only with the backrest in an upright position and the seat lifter in the lowest position if installed Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2 3 of the top speed Avoid abrupt braking or accelerating on gradients If at all possible avoid driving on slippery surfaces such as snow gravel ice etc where there is a danger of you losing control over the vehicle especially on a gradient If driving on such a surface is inevitable then always drive slowly and with the utmost caution Never attempt to overcome an obstacle when on an uphill or downhill gradient Never attempt to drive up or down a flight of steps Always approach obstacles straight on Ensure that the front wheels and rear wheels move over the obstacle in one stroke do not stop halfway Do not exceed the maximum obstacle height see Technical Specifications Avoid shifting your centre of gravity as well as abrupt changes of direction when the vehicle is in motion 13 Danger of injury if the vehicle tips over Continued e Never use the vehicle to transport more than one person e Do not exceed the maximum permissible load e When loading the vehicle always distribute the weight evenly Always try to keep the centre of gravity of the vehicle in the middle and as close to the ground as possible e Note that the vehicle will brake or accelerate if you change the Driving Speed while it is in motion Danger of injury if you collide wit
17. ies and the Drive Unit e After removing the seat proceed to remove the cover from the battery and motor compartment Cover It is held in place with Velcro strips so you only need to pull it upwards to remove it 11 2 1 Removing the batteries For instructions on how to remove the batteries see chapter Removing and fitting batteries on page 40 51 11 2 2 Removing the Drive Unit A 32 WARNING Danger of injury by moving parts e The release lever for the drive unit is under tension When releasing the drive unit be very careful not to get your hands or feet caught underneath the chassis of the scooter or in between any moving parts To release the drive unit first you need to remove the securing pin that prevents the release lever from opening accidentally e Remove the pin 1 that secures the latching mechanism e Release the drive Unit by pressing the Release Lever 2 forward and downward 11 2 3 Removing the Steering Column e Fold up the rubber sleeve that protects the joint A e Loosen and disconnect the cable 1 e Loosen and remove the bolt clamping lever that holds the steering column in place Re assembly Re assembly is done in reverse order 53 12 Technical Specifications 3 Wheel Version 4 Wheel Version Electrical System e 230W e 230W e Standard 2 x 30 AH e Standard 2 x 30 AH e Option 2 x 40 AH e Option 2 x 40 AH Main battery fuse Charger e Off board Output 8 A e
18. ified as Mobility Product for indoor and outdoor areas It has been successfully tested for its safety according to international standards Safety Notes e READ WELL BEFORE OPERATION General Safety Notes Danger of injury if this scooter is used in any other way than the purpose described in this manual e Adhere strictly to the instructions in this user s manual Danger of injury if the scooter is driven when your ability to drive is impaired by medication or alcohol e Never drive any vehicle under the influence of medication or alcohol Danger of damage or injury if the scooter is accidentally set into motion e Switch the power system off before you get in get out or handle unwieldy objects e Be aware that there are only the motor brakes to stop your scooter When the motors are disengaged these brakes are automatically deactivated For this reason freewheel operation is only recommended on flat surfaces never on gradients Never leave your vehicle on a gradient with its motors disengaged Always re engage the motors immediately after pushing the vehicle 10 Danger of injury if the On Off Button is pressed while the vehicle is in motion due to it coming to an abrupt sharp stop e Ifyou have to brake in an emergency simply release the drive lever which will bring you to a halt Only switch the vehicle off while in motion as a last resort Danger of injury if the scooter is transported in another vehicle with the occup
19. le s power system off key switch Pushing the scooter by hand The motors of the scooter are equipped with automatic brakes preventing the scooter from rolling away out of control when the power supply is switched off When pushing the scooter the magnetic brakes must be disengaged Disengaging Motors Danger of the vehicle running away e When the motors are disengaged for push operation the electromagnetic motor brakes are deactivated When the vehicle is parked the levers for engaging and disengaging the motors must without fail be locked firmly into the DRIVE position electromagnetic motor brakes activated The lever for engaging and disengaging the motor is located on the right at the rear of the scooter Disengaging the motor e Make sure the power supply is switched off key switch e Push lever 1 forwards Engaging the motor e Pull lever backwards 19 6 6 1 20 The Control Panel Control Panel layout 1 Seat Lifter activation if installed 2 Battery charge indicator 3 Hazard flashers 4 Horn 5 Right turn signal 6 Driving speed adjustment 7 Throttle lever 8 Plug for external charger 9 Reduced Speed Mode 10 Left turn signal 11 Lights 6 1 1 6 1 2 Seat Lifter Up and Down Buttons e Press the button to activate the Seat Lifter if is installed e Raise or lower the seat using the throttle lever NOTE lf the Seat Lifter is not lowered entirely then t
20. n Invacare specialised dealer must perform the replacement Batteries What you need to know about batteries Power is supplied by two 12V gel batteries The batteries are maintenance free and only need regular charging New batteries should always be once fully charged before their first use New batteries will be at their full capacity after having run through approx 10 20 charging cycles How fast the batteries will be discharged will depend on many circumstances such as ambient temperature condition of the surface of the road tyre pressure weight of the driver way of driving and utilisation of lighting etc 35 36 NOTE Pay attention to the Battery Charge Indicator Make sure to charge the batteries when the Battery Charge Indicator shows that battery charge is low We recommend charging the batteries after each trip as well as each night over night Depending on the level of discharge it can take up to 12 hours until the batteries are fully charged again Protect your charger for sources of heat such as heaters and direct sunlight If the battery charger overheats charging current will be reduced and the charging process delayed To avoid damaging the batteries never allow them to be fully discharged Do not drive on heavily discharged batteries if it is not absolutely necessary as this will strain the batteries unduly and greatly shorten their life expectancy In case your vehicle is not used for a longer period o
21. national 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 mobile phones when the vehicle is switched on Avoid getting near strong radio and television transmitters In case the vehicle should be set in motion unintentionally or the brakes are released 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 modifications 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 Safety Information on Driving and Freewheel Mode Danger of injury if the vehicle tips over Only ever negotiate gradients of up to the maximum defined in the Tec
22. on System The vehicle s electronics are equipped with an overload protection system If the motors are put under considerable strain for a longer period of time for example when driving up a steep hill and especially when the ambient temperature is high then the electronic system could overheat In this case the vehicle s power is reduced gradually until it finally comes to a halt The Status Display shows a corresponding error code By switching the power supply off and back on again the error code is cancelled and the electronics are switched back on It will take approximately five minutes until the electronics have cooled down enough that the motors deliver their full power again When the motors are stalled by an insurmountable obstacle such as a high kerb and the vehicle driver allows the motors to strain against this hindrance for more than 20 seconds without moving then the electronics will automatically switch off to prevent the motors from being damaged The Status Display shows a corresponding error code By switching off and back on again the error code is cancelled and the electronics are switched back on 8 1 1 8 2 8 2 1 The main fuse The entire electric system is protected against overload by two master fuses The master fuses are mounted on the positive battery cables They can be replaced only after removing the battery lid NOTE A defective main fuse may be replaced only after checking the entire electric system A
23. physician 39 8 2 3 1 Removing the batteries f f Requirements e Wrench 11 mm e Remove the seat e Remove the battery and motor compartment cover e Disconnect the main cable harness e Open the belts that hold the batteries in place 1 e Loosen battery clamp of the blue cable at the negative pole of the battery with the wrench and remove cable e Loosen the battery clamp of the red cable at the positive pole of the battery with the wrench and remove cable e Repeat procedure on the other side NOTE Fitting of new batteries is done in reverse order 40 8 2 3 2 How to handle damaged batteries correctly WARNING Corrosion and burns from acid leakage if batteries are damaged e Remove clothes that have been soiled by acid immediately After contact with skin e Immediately wash affected area with lots of water After contact with eyes e mmediately rinse eyes under running water for several minutes consult a physician Requirements e Safety goggles e Acid resistant gloves e Acid resistant receptacle for transportation e Always wear appropriate safety clothing when handling damaged batteries e Place damaged batteries in an acid resistant receptacle immediately after removing them e Only ever transport damaged batteries in an appropriate acid resistant receptacle e Wash all objects that have come into contact with acid with lots of water Disposing of dead or damaged batteries correctly Dead or damaged
24. r authorised Invacare Dealer Check that the declutching lever is in the engaged position The park brake coil or wiring is faulty Check the park brake and wiring for open or short circuits Contact your authorised Invacare Dealer Throttle is not in neutral position when turning key switch on Return throttle to neutral turn power off and back on again Throttle may need to be re calibrated Contact your authorised Invacare Dealer Number of flashes Fault Impact on Notes Scooter e The throttle or its wiring may be faulty or Error incorrectly set up Contact your authorised Invacare Dealer Error your authorised Invacare Dealer Other Internal Drive inhibited e Contact your authorised Invacare Emors mene Sealer ome ivacee 2 Mo 28 Adjustment Options Adjusting the angle of the backrest The backrest is held in place by a metal plate on each side Each plate has 4 holes that are used to set the backrest to different angles This is done by selecting different combinations of holes Requirements e Allen key 4mm e Spanner 10 mm e Remove the screws on both sides of the seat that hold the backrest 1 using the spanner and Allen key e Adjust the backrest to the desired angle e Reposition the screws and tighten 7 2 Adjusting the position of the seat from front to back The lever for adjusting the seat back and forth is located under the seat in the front on the right
25. s weight driving habits and the usage the batteries for lighting actuators and so on 13 Inspections Performed It is confirmed by stamp and signature that all jobs listed in the inspection schedule of the Service and Repair Instructions have been properly performed The list of the inspection jobs to be performed can be found in the Service Manual which is available through Invacare Delivery Inspection 1 Annual Inspection Stamp of authorised Dealer Date Signature Stamp of authorised Dealer Date Signature 2 Annual Inspection 3 Annual Inspection Stamp of authorised Dealer Date Signature Stamp of authorised Dealer Date Signature 4 Annual Inspection 5 Annual Inspection Stamp of authorised Dealer Date Signature Stamp of authorised Dealer Date Signature 57 LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO 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 other legal rights which vary from state to state Invacare warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of eighteen 18 months on electrical and transaxle and three 3 years on frame from date of purchase If within such warranty period any such product shall be proven to be defective such product shall
26. seeeees 57 Introduction Dear User First of all we wish to thank you for your confidence in our products We hope you will enjoy your new Scooter This manual contains important hints and information on Safety Operation Care and maintenance Please familiarise yourself thoroughly before making your first trip Some of the necessary maintenance and adjustments can be carried out by the user Some adjustments however require technical training and are only allowed to be performed by your Invacare specialised dealer Any damage or defects caused by non observance of the operating instructions or by poor maintenance are excluded from liability The instructions contain information which is protected by copyright They may not be reproduced or copied in whole or in part without the prior written consent of Invacare or its authorised representative Errors and modifications serving technological progress excepted Important symbols in this manual WARNING This symbol warns you of danger e Follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product NOTE This symbol indicates hints and suggestions which should help make operating the product easier and point out special functions REQUIREMENTS e This symbol indicates a list of the different tools and other requirements you will need to do certain maintenance work Z SDi 1 2 Type Classification and Area of Use This vehicle has been class
27. t on rear edge of control panel e Then connect the battery charger to the mains power supply and switch on Disconnecting the charger e First disconnect the battery charger from the mains power supply e Then disconnect the battery charger from the scooter How can tell when the batteries are fully charged Look through the slot for the de clutching lever 2 down into the motor and battery compartment You will see a green LED This isthe charger LED LED ACTIVITY CHARGING PHASE LED lights contantly LED dims and f ickers 90 Finished LED go out f ickers for a few seconds Finished goes out again 38 8 2 3 Removing and fitting batteries WARNING Danger of injury if the batteries are not handled correctly during assembly and maintenance work e New batteries should be installed by authorised technicians e Observe the warnings on the batteries e Take into account the heavy weight of the batteries e Only ever use the battery type defined in the technical specifications Danger of fire and burns if battery terminals are short circuited e DO NOT short circuit battery terminals with a tool WARNING Corrosion and burns from acid leakage if batteries are damaged e Remove clothes that have been soiled by acid immediately After contact with skin e Immediately wash affected area with lots of water After contact with eyes e mmediately rinse eyes under running water for several minutes consult a
28. ts NOTE S To brake quickly simply let go of the driving lever It will automatically return to the middle position The scooter will brake 22 6 3 Diagnostics and Trouble Shooting The electronics system provides diagnostics information to assist technicians to diagnose and correct faults within the scooter system The existence of a fault will cause the status light to flash in bursts separated by a pause The nature of the fault is indicated by the number of flashes in each burst also referred to as the Flash Code Depending on the severity of the fault and impact on user safety the electronic system will react differently It may e Simply display the Flash Code as a warning and allow normal driving and operation e Display the Flash Code stop the scooter and prevent driving until the electronic system has been turned off and then back on again e Display the Flash Code stop the scooter and prevent driving until the fault has been fixed For detailed descriptions of what each Flash Code means and the probable cause and remedy see Section 6 3 2 on page 25 23 6 3 1 vA 24 Diagnosing Faults Use the following troubleshooting guide if the scooter fails to operate NOTE Turn the key switch on before beginning any diagnostics If the Status Light is OFF Check that the key switch is turned ON Check that all cables are connected correctly If only the leftmost diode of the battery charge display is PERMAN
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30. und in the Service Manual which can be obtained from Invacare EAAS LESES so Ht Before every trip 43 10 10 1 44 Repair Instructions The following are instructions on repairs that can be performed by the user For the specifications of spare parts please see Technical Specifications on page 55 or consult the Service Manual available from Invacare In case you require assistance please contact your Invacare Dealer Repairing a flat tyre WARNING Danger of damage or injury if the vehicle is accidentally set into motion during repairs e Switch the power off ON OFF Button e Engage the motors Secure the vehicle against rolling away by placing wedges under the wheels 10 1 1 Repairing a flat tyre pneumatic tyres type 260 x 85 10 1 1 1 Removing a rear wheel 1 f Requirements e Spanner 19 mm e Rubber hammer e Jack the vehicle up and place a block of wood underneath it to prop it up e Remove the nut that secures the wheel 1 using the 19 mm spanner e Remove the wheel using the rubber hammer to coax it off of the axle by gently hitting it on the rear side Having trouble removing the wheel You might need to use a special tool Please ask your authorized Invacare Dealer for assistance S Re assembly Re assembly is done in reverse order Make sure that the wheel is put back on the same side it was on and that it runs in the same direction it did before it was removed S
31. ve the rim halves from the tyre and take out the inner tube e Repair the inner tube and re fit or replace it with a new one 48 In case the old inner tube is to be repaired and used again and it gets wet during repair then it is easier to re fit it if you powder it lightly with talcum powder VA Did the old inner tube get wet during repair e Place the rim halves in the tyre from the outside e Pump up the tyre a little e Re position the screws and nuts that hold the rim together and tighten them firmly e Check to make sure that the tyre is squarely in place on the rim e Pump up the tyre to the recommended tyre pressure 3 5 bar or 50 psi e Check to make sure that the tyre is still squarely and snugly in place on the rim e Screw the valve cap back on e 6Refit the wheel 49 11 11 1 50 Dismantling the scooter for transport To dismantle the scooter for transport proceed as follows Remove the seat Remove the batteries Remove the drive unit Remove the steering column The scooter is re assembled in reverse order Removing the seat The lever for releasing the seat so that it can be rotated and removed is located under the seat on the right 1 e Push the lever forward to release the seat e Rotate the seat to the side e Firmly grip the seat by the backrest and the front edge and pull upwards to remove tt J gl Pi Tins ii 11 2 Removing the batter
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