Invacare Alu Lite, User Manual

Page 1: ...Invacare Alu Lite en Low active wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product BEFORE using this product this manual MUST be read and saved for future reference...

Page 2: ...duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare Corporation Trademarks are identified by and All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Inv...

Page 3: ...19 6 3 Driving and steering the wheelchair 20 6 4 Negotiating steps and kerbs with an assistant only 21 6 5 Going up and down stairs 22 6 6 Negotiating ramps and slopes with an assistant only 23 6 7 S...

Page 4: ...more information about the product for example product safety notices and product recalls contact your Invacare distributor See addresses at the end of this document In case of a serious incident with...

Page 5: ...claration of conformity We are continuously working towards ensuring that the company s impact on the environment locally and globally is reduced to a minimum We only use REACH compliant materials and...

Page 6: ...s and serious injury Accidents with resulting serious injury can occur if the wheelchair is wrongly adjusted Adjustments at the wheelchair always must be carried out by a qualified technician WARNING...

Page 7: ...in combination with folding backrest CAUTION Risk of injury In case of pressure sore or injured skin protect your injure to avoid a direct contact with the fabrics of the device Refer to a healthcare...

Page 8: ...local Invacare catalog or website for available options or contact your Invacare distributor See addresses at the end of this document The functions of the safety devices are described in chapter 3 P...

Page 9: ...user weight K Read user manual L European conformity Read user manual Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death if it is not avoided Indicates maximum user weight S...

Page 10: ...sition and should only be used for assisted transport of a disabled person with mobility difficulties The wheelchair is intended for persons ages 12 and up adolescents and adults The weight of the whe...

Page 11: ...st C Rear wheel D Parking brake E Front fork with castor F Leg rests swiveling G Footrest H Frame I Seat J Armrest The equipment of your wheelchair may differ from the diagram as each wheelchair is ma...

Page 12: ...stant engage the manual brakes while he is moving you the direction of movement can become uncontrollable and the wheelchair may stop suddenly which can lead to a collision or to you falling out Assis...

Page 13: ...a tilting maneuver CAUTION Risk of tipping The hanging of additional load back pack or similar items onto your chair backposts can affect the rearward stability of your chair especially when used in...

Page 14: ...e the release lever A and swing the leg rests to the outside Swing forwards 1 Swing the leg rest forwards until it engages Unhinging 1 Activate the release lever A 2 Pull the leg rest upwards Hinging...

Page 15: ...raise your height above the ground and can affect your stability in all directions If a cushion is changed it may also change the user s stability If the thickness of the cushion is changed a complete...

Page 16: ...criber Always make sure that the posture belt is tightly fitted across the lower pelvis Each time the posture belt is used check if it fits properly Changing the seat and or backrest angle the cushion...

Page 17: ...Options 1 Shorten or extend the loop D as required 2 Thread loop D through catch A and plastic buckle E until the loop is flat 1648362 B 17...

Page 18: ...orized provider will supply your wheelchair ready for use Your provider will explain the main functions and ensure that the wheelchair meets your needs and requirements Adjustments of the axle positio...

Page 19: ...eep your fingers into the brake lever area 6 2 Move to from the wheelchair WARNING Risk of overturning There is a high risk of overturning during the transfer Only get in and out without assistance if...

Page 20: ...nity 6 Move slowly to chair 6 3 Driving and steering the wheelchair The assistant drive and steer the wheelchair using the push handles WARNING Risk of tipping The wheelchair can tip forwards or backw...

Page 21: ...the assistant s back and damage the chair Make sure to be able to safely control the wheelchair with a heavy user before performing a tilting maneuver Going down a step with an assistant 1 Move the wh...

Page 22: ...off the ground then pull the rear wheels over the kerb until the front wheels can be placed back on the ground 6 5 Going up and down stairs WARNING Risk of overturning When negotiating stairs you coul...

Page 23: ...per body forwards the assistant propels the wheelchair with a quick and powerful push Going down slopes When going down slopes the assistant controls the direction and particularly the speed of the wh...

Page 24: ...ver the front wheels Reaching backwards WARNING Risk of falling out If you lean too far backwards you could tip your wheelchair over Do not lean out over the backrest 1 The assistant apply the parking...

Page 25: ...wheelchair parts Firmly secure all wheelchair components in the means of transport to prevent them from coming loose during the journey IMPORTANT Excessive wear and abrasion could affect the strength...

Page 26: ...sest to you so that the seat surface flattens out 4 Put the wheelchair back completely on the floor and check that the seat edges on both sides are in the guide components 5 Fold the foot plates down...

Page 27: ...transport it Your mobility device may be transported without restrictions whether by road rail or by air Individual transport companies have however guidelines which can possibly restrict or forbid c...

Page 28: ...seated correctly x Check posture belt x Check the folding mechanism x weekly monthly annually Check the castors x Check bolts x Check parking brakes x Have wheelchair checked by a qualified technician...

Page 29: ...cking adhesive Self locking screws nuts must be replaced by a qualified technician Check the parking brakes 1 Check that the parking brakes are positioned correctly The brake is set correctly if the b...

Page 30: ...res 8 3 2 Cleaning Intervals IMPORTANT Regular cleaning and disinfection enhances smooth operation increases the service life and prevents contamination Clean and disinfect the product regularly while...

Page 31: ...minimize lint and thread build up on hook strips and prevent damage to upholstery fabric by these 8 3 4 Disinfection The wheelchair may be disinfected by spraying or wiping with tested approved disinf...

Page 32: ...s how to identify and repair faults Some of the actions listed must be carried out by a qualified technician These are indicated We recommend that all adjustments are carried out by a qualified techni...

Page 33: ...Correct the brake setting qualified technician Rolling resistance is very high Rear wheels not parallel Ensure the rear wheels are parallel qualified technician Too little tension in castor bearing bl...

Page 34: ...ife Disassemble the product and its components so the different materials can be separated and recycled individually The disposal and recycling of used products and packaging must comply with the laws...

Page 35: ...ble In some configurations the wheelchair exceeds the size recommended for travelling by train in the EU Maximum user weight 100 kg Overall length with leg rests 985 1030 mm Overall width 520 570 mm F...

Page 36: ...aximum weight Swing away leg rest 0 73 kg 11 3 Materials Frame backrest tubes Aluminum Steel Upholstery seat and backrest Foam PUR Fabric Nylon and Polyester Push handles PVC Plastic parts like brake...

Page 37: ...on Temperature 20 C to 40 C 5 C to 40 C Relative humidity 20 to 90 at 30 C not condensing Atmospheric pressure 800 hPa to 1060 hPa Be aware that when a wheelchair has been stored under low temperature...

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