Invacare Spectra Plus manual

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    Spec ® Spectr a Plus User Man ual Y es , you can.[...]

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    CONTENTS F orward - Advisory Safety Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Getting Acquainted W ith The P ow erchair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 F eatures - Joystick Control Knob Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    ! FOREWORD Important safety operating and maintenance instructions are contained in this user manual. W e urge you to read and understand it befor e operating your power chair and refer to it as often as needed to help maintain safe use and all-r ound performance. All procedur es involved should be practiced until you are familiar with them. Howeve[...]

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    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before using your power chair , read and understand the following safety precautions:-* • Keep your powered wheelchair in good working or der . As with all electro-mechanical vehicles, it will benefit from r egular service inspections at the recommended intervals. • W e recommend that at 6 monthly intervals to check electroni[...]

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    FEA TURES Motor speed and direction ar e regulated by the joystick control unit. With practice, automatic contr ol of acceleration, braking and change of direction will ensur e a smooth, jerk-free ride. The variable speed selector gives you total control in any envir onment. The power chair cannot be driven when the batteries are being char ged. Co[...]

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    SEA T AND BACKREST ADJUSTMENT W arning: It should be noted that under certain conditions, and configurations of the wheelchair , ie. for users with limited / no lateral body control, and with the backrest in the reclined position, ther e is the potential to create a body trap between the armrest / side- panel and the backrest. Suitable accessories [...]

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    Armrest Adjustment The armrest can be pr e-set for height by positioning the self-tapping screw (F) in one of the holes in the armrest tube. T o adjust the height of each armrest, first r elease the locking lever (E) which clamps the arm tube, while holding onto the armrest. Move the armr est to the desired height position, r e-tighten the locking [...]

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    MANUAL TIL T -IN-SP ACE T o operate the manual tilt-in-space to allow the complete seat/backrest to tilt backwards, turn the large hand-wheel A until the desired sitting position is achieved. Rotating the hand-wheel in the opposite direction will lower the seat/backrest section. T AKE CARE: WHEN DRIVING THE POWER CHAIR WITH THE TIL T -IN-SP ACE OUT[...]

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    Fault T ype The number of flashing bars indicate the possible area of fault. Description High battery voltage Solenoid brake fault Possible controller fault Possible joystick fault Charger Connected Right motor wiring fault Right motor disconnected Left motor wiring fault Left motor disconnected Low battery voltage G R E E N Y E L L O W R E D Speed[...]

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    DYNAMIC DL CONTROLLER When the ON/OFF button is pressed, a bleep tone can be heard fr om the controller and the battery char ge indicator will light up confirming that power is switched on and the wheelchair is ready to move. The Speed Control Knob on the r ear of the Controller enables you to reduce the maximum speed at which the wheelchair can tr[...]

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    DX-REMG80 I MASTER REMOTE Please read these instructions car efully before using the DX-REMG80I, and keep this leaflet safe for future refer ence. For Information: My Local wheelchair services repr esentative is: ...................................................................... Based at ............................................ T elephone n[...]

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    Releasing the joystick and allowing it to return to the center position will bring the chair to a controlled stop. When you have finished driving, switch of f by pressing and releasing the on/of f switch. The fuel gauge on the top surface of the DX-REMG80I will have all 6 lights on, if your batteries are fully char ged. As you use up the power by d[...]

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    APPENDIX A CONTROLLING ACTUA TORS (SEA T CONTROLS) OR LIGHTS USING THE JOYSTICK If your chair is fitted with Actuators (Seat Controls) or Lights they may be operated using the G80 I ’ s joystick. T o control actuators or lights using the joystick: Ensure the chair is stationary . Press the mode/speed selection button r epeatedly until one of the [...]

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    PILOT + The PILOT+ control system comprises of two or thr ee modules - Joystick Module, Power Module and Actuator and Lighting Module (ALM). The ALM is only requir ed if the optional Tilt-in-space or Powered Reclining Backrest ar e fitted. On/Off Switch and Battery Gauge The on/off switch applies power to the contr ol system electronics, which in t[...]

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    JOYSTICK MODULE DET AILS CONTROLS Joystick Module without Lighting Joystick Module with Lighting JOYSTICK BA TTERY CHARGING/ PROGRAMMING SOCKET COMMUNICA TIONS CONNECTOR TO POWER MODULE ON/OFF SWITCH BA TTERY GAUGE MAXIMUM SPEED INDICA TOR MODE SWITCH HORN SWITCH ACTUA TOR INDICA TOR LIGHTS SWITCH AND LED LEFT TURN INDICA TOR SWITCH AND LED RIGHT T[...]

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    Horn Switch The horn will sound whilst this switch is depressed. Lights Switch and LED T o turn on the wheelchair’ s lights operate this switch, the associated LED will illuminate. Left T urn Indicator Switch and LED T o turn on the wheelchair’ s left tur n indicator operate this switch, the associated LED will flash at the same rate. If the LE[...]

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    Fig. 1 Operation of Mode Switch Whilst Driving Operating the mode switch will put the control system back into the drive mode. If the mode switch is operated when the joystick is centred, the control system operation mode will be changed. There are three modes - drive, speed adjustment and actuator adjustment. The diagram below explains this action[...]

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    UP DOWN SELECT SELECT FORW ARD REVERSE INCREASE SETTING DECREASE SETTING Speed Adjustment Mode When the control system is in this mode the maximum speed indicator will flash. The maximum speed can be adjusted by left or right movements of the joystick. Left will decrease the speed setting, right will increase it. Forwar d or reverse movements of th[...]

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    CHIN CONTROL A TTENDANT CONTROL CONTROLLER OPTIONS The optional Attendant, Chin and Centre ar e fitted with the PILOT+ Control System. The display function is the same for each joystick module. DUAL/A TTENDANT CONTROL CAUTION: A TTENDANT , Before switching fr om Occupant Control to Attendant control, it is of the utmost importance that the speed co[...]

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    18 TRANSFERS Learning how to get in and out of a wheelchair safely and without injury is most important. T ransferring to and from your power chair may require practice and a good sense of balance. It is r ecommended that whenever possible you have assistance when transferring to and from your power chair . It is recognised, however , that situatio[...]

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    LOCKING LEVER CAUTION: It is recommended that both footrests are firmly locked in place when seated in the chair (particularly when driving the chair). NEVER stand on the foot- plates. If the weight of the body is placed on the foot-plates, damage may occur and the chair may tip forward. ADJUSTMENT T o extend the footrest laterally , release the wi[...]

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    CAUTION When the drive is dis-engaged there are no brakes, unless the wheel-locks are applied. Before entering or leaving the chair always re-engage the drive on both sides. On no account dis-engage the drive when the chair is occupied, unless being pushed by an attendant. ! W ARNING - Emergency freewheel device. Always re-engage the emergency free[...]

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    REMOV AL: (Please note that left or right hand are identified as though being seated in the chair). T o detach the kerb climber for transportation follow these simple instructions; Remove the locking pin A , while holding the assembly . Push the assembly down to release from the locating bracket. Pull the assembly towards you away from the right ha[...]

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    DIS-ASSEMBL Y T o enable the chair to be carried in the boot of most cars, follow these instructions: Step 1: Disconnect the Motor/Battery connector from the contr ol box and remove the armr ests. Release the locking lever. Step 2: Remove the calf strap from the footr ests. This is simply attached by V elcro fastening. Remove the footrests complete[...]

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    DET ACHABLE MOTORS For practical purposes and ease of operation, it is advisable to detach the motors as the last component of the chair to be dismantled and to re-attach first. PLEASE NOTE: Assistance may be requir ed while this operation is carried out. Step 1: Unscrew the knurled locking knob A. This can be unscr ewed completely and still be ret[...]

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    DRIVE WHEEL REMOV AL T o remove the rear drive wheels for punctur e repairs car efully follow these instructions. Release the four bolts shown as A in the diagram. Check the tyres for wear , if excessive, replacement is recommended. The wheel is a split rim. It is important that the bolts securing the rims together are NOT r eleased if the tyre is [...]

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    The Power chair was tested to ISO 7176-19 using Unwins Webbing Restraints with T ongue and Buckle Strap s. The system comprises of front adjustable straps complete with quick release buckles and rear adjustable straps complete with karabiners and braided straps. The straps are secured at the specified points shown in Fig. No.2. Both positions are l[...]

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    TRANSPOR T A TION CAUTION INV ACARE always advises that a Powerchair secured in a vehicle will not pr ovide the equivalent safety level and security as bespoke seating systems and recommends transfer to the vehicle seating, but also recognises that it is not always practical for the user to be transferred. In cases where transfer is not possible th[...]

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    OPERA TION - REMOV AL (Switch OFF the Controller) TRA Y ASSEMBL Y FITTING - OPERA TION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORT ANT : ENSURE THA T THE JOYSTICK CONTROL UNIT IS SWITCHED OFF BEFORE FITTING, REMOVING OR ADJUSTING THE TRA Y ASSEMBL Y . The tray assembly comes ready assembled and is designed to fit to either the left or right hand side of the wheelchair . T[...]

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    Fig 2. Line up the support rail with the holes in the backrest as shown in Fig 2 Fig 1. With the longer screws provided attach the support rail to the backrest through the flanges into the screw inserts. Do not screw into the backboard. Tighten securely , but do not overtighten as this may damage the screw- threaded inserts. With the support rails [...]

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    MAINS SOCKET CHARGER CONTROLLER FRONT CHARGING BA TTERIES The battery charger supplied with the wheel chair was developed to char ge the batteries fitted to these products. Using alternatives will damage the batteries which are fitted as standar d and invalidate the warranty on these components. The charger and electr onic controller are designed t[...]

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    BA TTER Y CONNECTIONS The chair is fitted with two maintenance free „Gel“ batteries. For battery r eplacement we recommend to contact your authorised INV ACARE dealer in order to ensure that replacement batteries ar e of the correct type and specifications, and that they are corr ectly installed and connected. A diagram showing the correct wiri[...]

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    KEEPING YOUR CHAIR IN GOOD CONDITION Y our powerchair will benefit from periodic inspection, adjustment and r eplacement of worn parts. Regular maintenance will enhance:- • Reliable performance. • Safety . • Extended battery life. • Confidence in operation. • Low operating costs. Y ou can help keep your chair in good condition by followin[...]

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    DO NOT OVER continuously for DRIVE WHEEL The dis-engage Recommended Remember that unnecessarily re IF YOUR CHAIR * Che statio * Che * Che * Do n * Che * Che * Che * Che unpl IF THE WHEEL CONTROLLER AND CHARGER Servicing of the controller and char ger should only be carried out by your local approved dealer . Do not attempt to open the units. Broken[...]

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    29 DAIL Y WEEKL Y MONTHL Y 6 MONTHL Y YEARL Y BA TTERY CAP ACITY ★★ ★ BA TTERY TERMINALS ★★ ★ JOYSTICK OPERA TION ★★ JOYSTICK LOCA TION ★ SEA T BEL T CONDITION ★ ★★★ ★ TYRES AND PRESSURE ★★ FOOTREST LOCA TION ★★ ★ ARMREST LOCA TION ★★ FRONT CASTORS ★ PLUGS AND SOCKETS ★★ ★ UPHOLSTER Y CONDITION ★ [...]

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    APPROVED ACCESSORIES A V AILABLE Puncture Pr oof T yres T ray Detachable, powered r eclining backrest Elevating Legrests Joystick knob options. PLEASE KEEP A NOTE OF THE DA TE OF PURCHASE AND SERIAL NUMBER OF YOUR POWER CHAIR. PLEASE QUOTE THIS NUMBER IN ALL CORRESPONDENCE AND SERVICE REQUESTS. SERIAL NO. DA TE OF PURCHASE: As with all powered moto[...]

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    ® W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT GENERAL CONDITIONS OF LIMITED W ARRANTY PO WERED PR ODUCTS MODELS CO VERED: SPECTRA PLUS In vacare will repair or replace, at our option, to the original purchaser , free of charge, any part found upon receipt and examination b y an authorised representativ e of In vacare to be defecti ve in material and/or workmanship. 36 [...]

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    ® European Headquarter: Invacare International Sàrl, Route de Cité-Ouest 2, CH-1196 Gland T el: (41) (0)22 354 60 10, Fax: (41) (0)22 354 60 11 hqeur ope@invacar e .com Sales Units: Belgium & Luxemburg: Invacare n v , Autobaan 22, B-8210 Loppem T el: (32) (0)50 83 10 10 Fax: (32) (0)50 83 10 11 belgium@in vacar e .com Danmark: Invacare AIS, [...]