Invacare Storm 4 X-plore, User Manual

Page 1: ...are Storm Storm Storm X plore Storm True Track EN Power Wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product BEFORE using this product read this manual and save for future refer...

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

Page 3: ...Parking and stationary 24 5 3 Taking Obstacles 24 5 3 1 Maximum obstacle height 24 5 3 2 Safety information when ascending obstacles 24 5 3 3 The correct way to overcome obstacles 25 5 4 Driving up an...

Page 4: ...sting the headrest 43 6 8 1 Adjusting the position of the headrest or neckrest 43 6 8 2 Adjusting the height of the headrest or neckrest 44 6 8 3 Adjusting the cheek supports 44 6 9 Postural belts 44...

Page 5: ...7 7 4 8 Adjusting the angle adjustable foot plate 68 7 4 9 Adjusting the angle and depth adjustable foot plate 68 7 5 ADE legrests 68 7 5 1 Swivelling the legrest outward and or removing 68 7 5 2 Sett...

Page 6: ...sferring the mobility device to a vehicle 86 10 3 Use of the mobility device as a seat in a vehicle 87 10 3 1 How the mobility device is anchored in a vehicle for use as a vehicle seat 88 10 3 2 How t...

Page 7: ...ance and settings can be performed by the user or his hers attendants Certain adjustments do however require technical training and may only be carried out by your Invacare specialist dealer Damages a...

Page 8: ...so tested successfully according to EN60529 IPX4 as to its resistance to spray water and is therefore well suited for weather conditions such as typical European weather conditions When equipped with...

Page 9: ...g or occurring Or if you have the feeling that something is wrong with your mobility device 1 6 Warranty The terms and conditions of the warranty are part of the general terms and conditions particula...

Page 10: ...or injury if mobility device is accidentally set into motion Switch the mobility device off before you get in get out or handle unwieldy objects When the drive is disengaged the brake inside the drive...

Page 11: ...nstalled it should be correctly adjusted and used each time you use the mobility device When transferring to a different seat position the mobility device as close as possible to the new seat CAUTION...

Page 12: ...iability 2 3 Safety information on electromagnetic interference This electric vehicle was successfully tested in accordance with International standards as to its compliance with Electromagnetic Inter...

Page 13: ...maximum obstacle height refer to 12 Technical data page 95 and information about overcoming obstacles in 5 3 Taking Obstacles page 24 Avoid shifting your center of gravity as well as abrupt joystick...

Page 14: ...extreme care on soft ground especially during uphill and downhill journeys In the process pay increased attention to the tip stability of the mobility device 2 5 Safety information regarding changes...

Page 15: ...components which have been approved by Invacare for this mobility aid Batteries which have not been approved by Invacare for use with this mobility aid can cause chemical burns Only ever use batteries...

Page 16: ...is raised is working properly see chapter 6 10 The Lifter page 45 Notify your authorised dealership immediately if it is not working properly CAUTION Risk of malfunction of the lifter module Inspect...

Page 17: ...timist seat is higher than that of other seats These seats are also heavier than other seating systems The backrest can be leaned back 90 and 60 respectively For these reasons there is an increased ri...

Page 18: ...the symbol appears on a bright yellow sticker the anchoring point is suitable for fixation of the mobility device in a vehicle for use as a vehicle seat Warning that the mobility device may not be use...

Page 19: ...up or down slopes when the lifter is raised Do not allow any body parts to get under a raised seat Never drive with two people Never drive over uneven surfaces when the lifter is raised 4 Identificati...

Page 20: ...of manufacture This product complies with Directive 93 42 EEC concerning medical devices The launch date of this product is stated in the CE declaration of conformity This product has been supplied f...

Page 21: ...ter wheel 10 Suspension rear both not visible in illustration adjustable for Storm4 X plore only 11 Suspension center Storm4 X plore only 3 2 Remotes Your mobility device may be fitted with one of sev...

Page 22: ...ble to disconnect the remote 4 3 Information about getting in and out Getting into the mobility device 1 Position your mobility device as close as possible to your seat This might have to be done by a...

Page 23: ...a walking cane underarm or forearm crutches The cane holder consists of a plastic container bottom and a Velcro fastener top CAUTION Risk of injury A walking cane or crutches that are not secured duri...

Page 24: ...asy reach of all operating controls The battery charge is sufficient for the distance intended to be covered The postural belt if installed is in perfect order The rear mirror if installed is adjusted...

Page 25: ...e 95 CAUTION Risk of tipping over Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2 3 of the top speed Avoid sudden changes of direction or abrupt braking when driving on slopes Always return the backrest of...

Page 26: ...space is restricted e g in an elevator or when being transported in a car the mobility device may be too long Foldable antitippers can be useful here These can only be operated by an attendant as the...

Page 27: ...necessary force nevertheless complies with the requirements of ISO 7176 14 2008 5 7 1 Disengaging motors conventional motors CAUTION Risk of injury from hot motor surfaces Avoid touching the motor su...

Page 28: ...whilst freewheeling the electromagnetic motor brakes are deactivated When the mobility device is parked the levers for engaging and disengaging the motors must without fail be locked firmly into the...

Page 29: ...Driving Engaging the motor 1 Push the engaging lever A forwards The motor is now engaged Note that both motors must always be engaged before driving 1529686 P 29...

Page 30: ...ended after they have been given appropriate guidance by the healthcare professional Electrical adjustment options Please refer to the user manual for your remote for more information on operating ele...

Page 31: ...mote holders Requirements 1 x 6 mm Allen key 1 Loosen the Allen screw A 2 Adjust the remote to the desired height 3 Re tighten the Allen screw 6 2 3 Swivelling the remote to the side If your mobility...

Page 32: ...w 1 with Allen key 2 Adjust armrest to required height 3 Retighten the screw 6 3 3 Adjusting the width of the armrests WARNING Serious injury hazard if one of the armrests falls out of its bracket bec...

Page 33: ...f the parallel sliding armrests The height of the parallel sliding armrest is set using the armrest angle 1 Release the knob to adjust the armrest angle 1 2 Set the angle for the armrest 3 Retighten t...

Page 34: ...uisites 1 x 4 mm Allen key 1 Undo the bolts on both sides of the backrest cover 1 The photograph only shows the bolts on the left hand side 2 Remove the backrest cover 2 3 On the torque support loosen...

Page 35: ...the left hand side 6 4 4 Adjusting the mobility of the parallel sliding armrests The flexibility of the parallel sliding armrest can be adjusted to easier or stiffer Requirements Allen key 5 mm 1 To m...

Page 36: ...Set the armrest to the desired height 3 Re tighten the wing screw 6 5 2 Adjusting the width of the armrests WARNING Serious injury hazard if one of the armrests falls out of its bracket because they h...

Page 37: ...the screws A and move the armrest lengthwise 2 Tighten the screws 6 5 4 Adjusting the seat width The telescopic seat support can be adjusted in four stages The seat width can thus be adjusted togethe...

Page 38: ...backrest to the required seat depth You can adjust the seat depth steplessly Use scale B on the seat as a guide for this purpose Ensure that the same seat depth is set on both sides 3 Re tighten the s...

Page 39: ...device and directly influences its dynamic stability For details regarding dynamic stability negotiating gradients and obstacles and the correct adjustment of seat tilt or backrest angle refer to 5 3...

Page 40: ...Requirements 1 x 5 mm Allen key 1 Loosen the backrest plate screws A and B Do not remove the screws 2 Move the backrest plate to the required height 3 Re tighten the screws 6 7 5 Adjusting the width o...

Page 41: ...be replaced Requirements 1 x 5 mm Allen key 1 Loosen and remove the backrest plate screw A 2 Loosen the backrest plate screws B Do not remove the screws 3 Move the backrest plate halves to the require...

Page 42: ...gle on both sides 3 Re insert and tighten the screw 6 7 7 Adjusting the adaptable backrest padding There are two ways of adapting the backrest padding Using a snap buckle which is accessible without h...

Page 43: ...azard during use of the mobility device as a vehicle seat if a headrest is wrongly adjusted or not installed This can cause the neck to be hyperextended during collisions A headrest must be installed...

Page 44: ...8 2 Adjusting the height of the headrest or neckrest The adjustment of the height is the same for all headrests and neckrests 1 Loosen the knob A 2 Adjust the headrest or neckrest to the required hei...

Page 45: ...lly Belt with metal buckle adjustable both sides Belt can be adjusted on both sides This means that the buckle can be centrally positioned 6 9 2 Adjusting the postural belt correctly 1 Ensure that you...

Page 46: ...o guarantee the tipping stability of the mobility device and to avoid damage to the legrests If the speed limit is activated a corresponding blink code is displayed on the remote or a reduced drive le...

Page 47: ...ng the depth Requirements Allen key 5 mm 1 Open the zip 2 Undo the screws 1 for the depth adjustment 3 Adjust the trunk support to the required position 4 Retighten the screws 5 Close the zip again 6...

Page 48: ...velled up and away to the side to allow the user to get in and out of the mobility device CAUTION Risk of injury When the tray is raised it does not lock in place in this position Do not tilt the tray...

Page 49: ...tted to the bottom part of the seat support Use this scale to read off the seat width in centimeters 7 Repeat these operations on the other side of the seat 8 Now tighten all the screws again 6 13 2 A...

Page 50: ...be replaced please refer to chapter 6 13 3 Adjusting the seat depth without replacing the seat support plate page 50 If the seat support plate does need to be replaced please refer to chapter 6 13 4...

Page 51: ...ated at the rear of the seat support and connect them with the crossmembers 4 You must be using other holes within the 3 hole pairs for the screws than you did during dismantling 4 Refit all the parts...

Page 52: ...the seat support plate 2 in accordance with the table see above 4 Put the seat support plate 2 back in position 5 Fit the two Allen screws 7 which are located at the front of the seat support and conn...

Page 53: ...arder suspension and more support These adjustments should only be carried out by trained specialists Contact your authorized Invacare specialist dealer NOTE It is easier to adjust the suspension and...

Page 54: ...shock absorbance can be quickly and simply adjusted using a wheel on the springs If you set the shock absorbance harder you get a more direct response to the ground for more sportive driving with a l...

Page 55: ...sult of collisions Parts of the mobility device may be damaged if the luggage carrier collides with the seat during seat angle or backrest adjustment Ensure that the luggage carrier is out of the rang...

Page 56: ...me you use the mobility device Risk of breakage due to excessive load The KLICKfix adapter can break if too great a load is applied The maximum permitted load on the KLICKfix adapter is 1 kg Securing...

Page 57: ...a negative seat angle tilted slightly to the front 7 1 1 Lowering the electric legrest completely to assist getting out of the wheelchair Misuse may destroy the legrest Please read and carefully follo...

Page 58: ...egarding this advice will cause damage to your legrest Adjusting the legrest 1 Now you can adjust the angle of the legrest 7 2 Center mounted legrests Adjustable legrest 7 2 1 Adjusting the angle Requ...

Page 59: ...h 7 2 4 Adjusting the angle of the foot plate Requirements 1 x 5 mm socket head spanner 1 Fold up the foot plates in order to access the adjusting screws 2 Use the socket head spanner to adjust the ad...

Page 60: ...ntact neither the caster wheels nor the ground Requirements 1 x 6 mm Allen key 1 Loosen the screw 1 using the Allen key 2 If the footrest cannot be moved after loosening the screw position a metal pin...

Page 61: ...spanner 1 The end position of the footrest is determined by means of a rubber stop 1 2 The rubber stop can be screwed in or out A or pushed up or down B 3 Use the Allen key to loosen the screw 1 and s...

Page 62: ...e to ensure that the legrests contact neither the caster wheels nor the ground Requirements 1 x 5 mm Allen key 1 Use the spanner to loosen the screw 1 2 Adjust to the desired length 3 Re tighten the s...

Page 63: ...7 4 2 Setting the angle CAUTION Risk of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that the legrests contact neither t...

Page 64: ...the end stop of the legrest Requirements 1 x 10 mm open ended spanner 1 The end position of the legrest is determined by means of a rubber stop 1 2 The rubber stop can be screwed in or out A or pushe...

Page 65: ...5 Swivel the legrest upward in order to access the rubber stop 6 Use the open ended spanner to loosen the counternut 1 7 Move the rubber stop to the desired position 8 Re tighten the counternut 9 Move...

Page 66: ...ten the screw 7 4 5 Adjusting the depth of the calf pad The depth of the calf pad can be adjusted via the holding plate The holding plate hole combinations allow 5 different depth settings Requirement...

Page 67: ...desired position 3 Re tighten the screws 7 4 7 Unlocking and swivelling the calf pad backward when alighting 1 Press the calf pad straight down 2 Unlock the legrest and swivel outward The calf pad swi...

Page 68: ...late Requirements 1 x 5 mm Allen key 1 Use the Allen key to loosen the set screw on the foot plate 1 2 Adjust the foot plate to the desired angle or depth 3 Re tighten the screw 7 5 ADE legrests 7 5 1...

Page 69: ...ed using the remote Refer to the separate user manual for your remote for more information 7 5 3 Adjusting the length of the legrest CAUTION Risk of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests...

Page 70: ...ound holes are intended for the calf pad retaining screw and the oblong holes for the aglet without thread 3 Screw the nut back on and tighten 7 5 5 Adjusting the height of the calf pad Requirements 1...

Page 71: ...ad swivels backward on its own 3 Lift leg over the heel strap and place on the ground 7 5 7 Adjusting the angle adjustable foot plate Requirements 1 x 5 mm Allen key 1 Use the Allen key to loosen both...

Page 72: ...with the Torx spanner and remove 2 Adjust to required width 3 Retighten the bolts 4 Glue the anti slip rubber mat to the footboard 5 Loosen the locking screw 1 on both sides with the mm Allen key 6 Ad...

Page 73: ...Adjusting footrests and legrests 1 Loosen the screws using the open end spanner 2 Adjust the legrest to the desired position 3 Re tighten the screws 1529686 P 73...

Page 74: ...cialised dealer must perform the replacement You can find information on the fuse type in 12 Technical data page 95 8 2 Batteries Power is supplied by two 12 V batteries The batteries are maintenance...

Page 75: ...WARNING Risk of explosion and destruction of batteries if the wrong battery charger is used Only ever use the battery charger supplied with your vehicle or a charger that has been approved by Invacar...

Page 76: ...mpletely Pay attention to the Battery Charge Indicator Charge the batteries when the Battery Charge Indicator shows that battery charge is low How fast the batteries discharge depends on many circumst...

Page 77: ...Please ask the transport company regarding each individual case 8 2 8 General instructions on handling the batteries Never mix and match different battery manufactures or technologies or use batterie...

Page 78: ...and recognised product is permitted A list of the current permitted disinfectants is available from the Robert Koch Institute at http www rki de 9 3 Inspection checks The following table lists inspec...

Page 79: ...g lever that holds the armrest see chapter 6 2 Adjustment possibility for remote page 30 Contact your dealer Tires pneumatic Check that the tires are undamaged Contact your dealer Item Inspection chec...

Page 80: ...ay from them to do this Contact your dealer Electronics and connectors Check all cables for damage and all connecting plugs for snug fit Contact your dealer 9 3 4 Inspections performed It is confirmed...

Page 81: ...of authorized dealer Date Signature Stamp of authorized dealer Date Signature 4th Annual Inspection 5th Annual Inspection Stamp of authorized dealer Date Signature Stamp of authorized dealer Date Sign...

Page 82: ...acare dealer CAUTION Risk of damage or injury if the vehicle is accidentally set into motion during repairs Switch the power off ON OFF Button Engage the motors Secure the vehicle against rolling away...

Page 83: ...wet during repair you can make replacement easier by sprinkling the inner tube with a little talcum powder 7 Insert the wheel rim halves from outside into the tire 8 Pump a little air into the inner t...

Page 84: ...o 25 Nm 13 Ensure that the tire outer is seated correctly 14 Pump the wheel up to its prescribed air pressure Refer to 12 Technical data page 95 15 Check that the tire is seated correctly once again 1...

Page 85: ...and re fit or replace it with a new one In case the old inner tube is to be repaired and used again and it happens to get wet during repair then it is easier to re fit it if you powder it lightly wit...

Page 86: ...he ramp does not exceed the maximum safe slope refer to 12 Technical data page 95 If the mobility device has to be transferred to a vehicle using a ramp that does exceed the maximum safe slope refer t...

Page 87: ...pant The actual weight of this wheelchair can exceed 140 kg A suitably strong and proven 4 point tie down system is available from Unwin Safety Systems Contact Unwin for more information on how to obt...

Page 88: ...fitted with attachment points to enable anchoring in the motor vehicle These accessories may be included in the standard scope of mobility device order and delivery in some countries UK for example bu...

Page 89: ...ust be in contact with the user s body They must not be held at a distance from the user s body using parts of the mobility device such as armrests or wheels Safety belts must be pulled as tightly as...

Page 90: ...ts or wheels The pelvic belt should be positioned in the area between the user s pelvis and thighs so that it is unobstructed and not too loose The ideal angle of the pelvic belt to the horizontal is...

Page 91: ...over 1 Loosen and remove the two knobs 1 on the left and right side of the rear casing 2 Lift the rear cover carefully The front part of the cover is held at the top by a Velcro strip This must also b...

Page 92: ...the mounting from the battery cap flap 4 Place the power module and the mounting on top of the battery compartment or actuator module if applicable 5 Press both locking mechanisms 3 in and open the ba...

Page 93: ...anner 4 Remove the connection cable 4 and the fuse cable 2 5 Lift the battery from the battery carrier 6 Pull the second battery forward using its strap 7 Disconnect the cables of the second battery a...

Page 94: ...g posture page 30 11 2 Disposal The equipment wrapping is potentially recyclable The metal parts are used for scrap metal recycling The plastic parts are used for plastic recycling Electric components...

Page 95: ...espective accessories Permissible operating and storage conditions Temperature range for operation according to ISO 7176 9 25 50 C Temperature range for storage according to ISO 7176 9 40 65 C Electri...

Page 96: ...cted or puncture proof Tire pressure The recommended maximum tire pressure in bar or kpa is marked on the side wall of the tire or the rim If more than one value is listed the lower one in the corresp...

Page 97: ...dance with ISO 7176 15 Standard Easy Adapt Matrx Total height 970 mm 1050 mm 970 mm Drive unit width 630 770 mm Total length incl standard legrests 1190 mm Total length without standard legrests 910 m...

Page 98: ...ptimist Modulite Total height 970 mm ca 970 mm4 1020 mm single part seat frame 1090 1190 mm telescopic seat frame moving the backrest plate Drive unit width 630 770 mm Total length incl standard legre...

Page 99: ...ack 560 660 mm telescopic seat frame moving the backrest plate Backrest angle 90 135 90 120 Armrest height 250 340 290 380 mm 290 360 mm Legrest length 290 460 mm 290 460 mm Legrest angle 0 75 see man...

Page 100: ...aracteristics tire pressure weight of driver drive style and use of batteries for lighting servos etc The specified values are theoretical maximum achievable values measured according to ISO 7176 4 20...

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