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Electro-Magnetic Interference 
 

The  Invicta  IPC-S  and  IPC-T  model  wheelchairs  have  been  successfully  tested  in 
accordance  with  international  standards  as  to  their  compatibility  with  (EMI) 
regulations. However, electromagnetic fields, such as those generated by radio and 
television  transmitters  and  cellular  phones,  can  influence  electrically  powered 
vehicles. 
 
To  reduce  the  danger  of  Malfunction  due  to  Electromagnetic  Interference,  the 
following points should be noted:- 

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Portable  communication  devices  such  as  Radio  Transceivers,  Cellular  Phones  

and  “Walkie

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Talkie”  devices  should  not  be  operated  in  close  proximity  to  the 

wheelchair, whilst the wheelchair is “Swiched On”

 

 

Avoid getting into close range of powerful radio and television transmitters. 

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Should  the  wheelchair  be  set  into  unintentional  motion,  or  the  electro  magnetic 

brakes released unexpectedly, “SWITCH OFF” the wheelchair immediately.

 

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By  adding  electrical  accessories  to  your  wheelchair  or  modifying  the  original 

equipment electrical system could change the wheelchair’s susceptibility to EMI.

 

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Both  Invicta  models  are  currently  able  to  provide  an  immunity  level  of  20V/m 
which should protect against common sources of EMI. 

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Any  occurances  of  unintentional  movement  of  the  wheelchair,  including 
uncontrollable  directional  control,  or  unexpected  release  of  the  electromagnetic 
brakes, should be reported to your wheelchair supplier as soon as possible. 

 

Environmental Conditions  
 

Environmental  conditions  may  affect  the  safety  and  performance  of  your  power 
wheelchair. Water and extreme temperatures are the main elements that can cause 
damage and affect the power drive performance. 
 

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Rain,  Sleet  and  Snow 

  If  exposed

 

to  water,  the  power  drive  system  is 

susceptible  to  damage  to  electrical  or  mechanical  components.  Water  ingress 
can  cause  electronic  malfunction  or  promote  premature  corrosion  of  electrical 
components.

 

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DO NOT leave the wheelchair parked outside in the rain. 

 

DO NOT park the wheelchair in a washroom/bathroom while taking a shower. 

 

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Temperature

 

 Some parts of the power wheelchair are susceptible to changes 

in  temperature.  The  Controller  can  only  operate  within  a  temperature  range 
between 18°F (-8°C) and 122°F (50°C).

 

    At extreme low temperatures, the batteries could freeze and the wheelchair may    
    not be able to operate. In extreme high temperatures it may operate at slower   
    speeds due to a safety feature within the Controller that prevents damage to the   
    drive motors and other electrical components. 

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Care  must  also  be  taken  in  hot  weather.  DO  NOT  leave  the  wheelchair  parked 
where it will be exposed to the sun, as the surfaces of the wheelchair can absorb 
the heat and therefore become very hot to touch.  

 

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Summary of Contents for IPC-S

Page 1: ...Powered Wheelchairs Instructions for Use Models IPC S and IPC T Edition Two Feb 2013...

Page 2: ...2...

Page 3: ...sponsibility 7 Warranty Terms and Conditions 7 Service Information 8 CE Declaration 8 Safety General Safety Instructions 9 Electromagnetic Compatibility 10 Environmental Conditions 10 Transferring to...

Page 4: ...r Suspension Fig 2 12 Width Adjustable Seat Frame Fig 2 12 Footrest Hangers and Footrests Fig 3a 13 Lock Mechanism for Seat Base Fig 3a 13 Retaining Lap Belt Fig 3a 13 Seat Board and Cushion Fig 3a 13...

Page 5: ...y to Drive 29 Driving Technique 30 Maintenance Intervals 31 32 Parking Brake Adjustment 33 Inspection and Security of Drive Wheels 33 Inspection and Security of Front Castors 34 Inspection of Drive Mo...

Page 6: ...ning of Users and Carers by suitably qualified personnel is essential to ensure correct and safe operation of the wheelchair Invicta IPC S and IPC T models must only be used in conjunction with approv...

Page 7: ...e classed as consumable items and will only be considered for repair or replacement under warranty where a failure is clearly identified as being a direct result of a manufacturing or material defect...

Page 8: ...C T marketed in the UK solely by Rehabilitation Manufacturing Services Limited conform to Class 1 requirements of Council Directive 93 42 EEC of 14th June 1993 concerning medical devices Are in confor...

Page 9: ...obstacle climbing height is 50mm 2 inches To exceed either of these limits could severly affect the overall stability of the wheelchair causing it to tip and lead to possible injury to the User Do NOT...

Page 10: ...hair including uncontrollable directional control or unexpected release of the electromagnetic brakes should be reported to your wheelchair supplier as soon as possible Environmental Conditions Enviro...

Page 11: ...s or outwards for any object which would require lifting their body weight off the wheelchair seat as this would change the centre of gravity and could therefore affect the wheelchair stability Leanin...

Page 12: ...Tie down Brackets Angle Adjustable Backrest 90 to 135 Front Transportation Tie down Brackets Puncture Proof Tyres Front Rear Two 31Amp hr Gel Batteries Rear Suspension Adjustable Seat Depth Width Adj...

Page 13: ...tify your specific model 13 MAIN COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Fig 3a Tension Adjustable Backrest Retaining Lap Belt Seat Board with Velcro attached Contoured Cushion Lock Mechanism for Removable Seat Swin...

Page 14: ...ir Lap or Pelvic Belt be used as the sole method of occupant restraint The safe occupant weight limit for transportation in the Invicta is 50Kg Although the Invicta Wheelchair Crash Tests were carried...

Page 15: ...Figs 12 15 For ease of working remove both Sidearms and both Footrest Hangers Fig 1 Remove Seat Base Panel retaining screws x 6 Fig 6 and lift Panel off Frame Remove screws and nuts a x 2 and slacken...

Page 16: ...set to the Drive position Fig 16 Tools Required 13mm Spanner 4 and 6mm Hexagon Keys For ease of working remove both Sidearms Fig 1 Remove Velcro attached Seat Cushion Remove Seat Base Panel retaining...

Page 17: ...135 Fig 10 Adjustment is made by slackening screws a Fig 18 and removing screws b to allow the Backrest to pivot around screw a until one of the two holes in the lower Backrest Frame aligns with the a...

Page 18: ...ded panel with motive Fig 14 upwards at the rear of the Backrest towards the top Finally folding the last panel over the top of the Backrest and securing to the front of the via the Velcro panels Wher...

Page 19: ...is refitted to the same angle as before With the Frame disconnected lift clear and slide lower Adjustment Panel off the Frame Re install Backrest Frame to the Connecting Plates using the original scr...

Page 20: ...rom the wheelchair leaving just the Hanger Mounts attached to the Seat Frame Fig 17a Remove screws and nuts a and slacken grub screws b Slide Hanger Mount in or out of the Seat Frame to the nearest re...

Page 21: ...e Hanger to the required position Re tighten grub screw sufficiently to prevent movement NOTE Ensure there is at least 40mm of Footrest Stem inside the Hangers before tightening grub screws Footrest A...

Page 22: ...ector Fig 21 The Power Tilt Actuator Cable on the IPC T model must also be disconnected at the white black connector Fig 22 Both located just forward of the rear main Chassis Remove both Sidearms comp...

Page 23: ...26 Re installation of the Batteries is by the reverse step by step of the removal procedures On completion of reassembly and final connection of cables ensure the Drive Selector Lever Fig 2 is set in...

Page 24: ...also has built in status indication with the following signals Battery Gauge is Steady This indicates that all is well Battery Gauge Flashes Slowly The control system is functioning correctly but you...

Page 25: ...r cord with round plug to safely reach the socket on the underside of the Remote Controller Fig 28b Connect the Charger Power Cable to the Remote Controller Fig 28b and plug Mains cable into the Mains...

Page 26: ...ables Your Control System uses industrial grade components throughout ensuring reliable operation in a wide range of conditions However you will improve the reliability of the Control System if you ke...

Page 27: ...lly applied If the wheelchair is fitted with an actuator the Joystick may also be used to select the actuator direction The Horn Button will sound the horn when the button is depressed The Profile Ind...

Page 28: ...d Motor has a bad connection Check connections to the Right hand Motor 5 BAR The Right hand Motor has a short circuit to a Battery connection Contact your Service Agent 6 BAR The wheelchair is being p...

Page 29: ...earm to be repositioned upwards or downwards Retighten Thumb screw ensuring the screw thread engages into the required positioning hole To set the Remote Controller in the correct position slacken bot...

Page 30: ...as above this could affect the dynamic stability of the wheelchair NEVER attempt to negotiate steps or stairs Do not drive your wheelchair in places or on surfaces where a loss of wheel grip could occ...

Page 31: ...page 24 Component Security Confirm security of Sidearms Footrest Hangers and Footplates Also correct adjustment of the Lap Belt and any positioning Harness or Foot Control devices when fitted Cables I...

Page 32: ...cess movement and smooth turning Fig 34 page 34 Check that the wheels spin freely and without axial run out Drive Motor Brushes To avoid possible damage to the Drive Motors it is recommended by the Mo...

Page 33: ...d in this position and while ensuring the Brake Bar is at 90 to the tyre retighten both Brake Mounting Clamp screws sufficiently to prevent any movement Repeat this procedure for the opposite side App...

Page 34: ...gent and thereafter at 6 monthly intervals to maintain peak Motor performance Each Drive Motor is fitted with two Brushes however as access to the inner Brush Retaining Cap is limited by the Battery C...

Page 35: ...he RMS PB002 with single Pull tight plastic buckle Separate the Belt at the main buckle by depressing the locking tongue Fig 438 With the User seated route each end of the Lap Belt up and over the Use...

Page 36: ...disinfectant added DO NOT USE any scrubbing agents DO NOT USE high pressure cleaning devices DO NOT subject the electronic components to direct contact with water Wipe off all cleaned areas with a cl...

Page 37: ...een maintained according to the manufacturer s recommendations When the time comes to replace your wheelchair please remember to dispose of the device responsibly and recycle as many parts as possible...

Page 38: ...7cm Maximum Obstacle Climbing 5cm Dynamic Stability 10 Front Castor Wheels with puncture proof tyres unless otherwise requested 200 x 50mm Rear Drive Wheels with puncture proof tyres unless otherwise...

Page 39: ...ack Powder Coating Chassis Frame Aluminium finished in Silver Metallic Powder Coating INVICTA IPC T Tilt in Space Model Seat Width 30cm Std Seat Depth 29cm adjustable Seat Width 35 5cm Std Seat Depth...

Page 40: ...ional Brackets Padded Pelvic Belts Harnesses Butterfly Sternum Shoulder Dynamic Alternative Remote Controllers Attendant Controller Mid line Controller mounted to Clear Plastic tray Attendant Hand hel...

Page 41: ...41 USER NOTES...

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Page 44: ...Powered Wheelchairs MEDWAY HOUSE 277 Gillingham Road Gillingham Kent ME7 4QX Tel 01634 578881 Fax 01634 581456 Email address sales rms kent co uk...

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