Invacare Tornado, Typhoon Operating Instructions Manual

Invacare® Tornado

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Operating Instructions

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How can you get in touch with Invacare®?

If you have any questions or need support, please contact your authorised Invacare® Dealer, who has the
necessary know-how and equipment plus the special knowledge concerning your Invacare® product, and
can offer you all-round satisfactory service. Should you wish to contact Invacare® directly, you can reach us
in Europe at the following addresses and phone numbers.

Mobitec Mobilitätshilfen GmbH

Herzog Odilostrasse 101
A-5310 Mondsee

Austria

 +43 - 6232 - 55 35 0
Fax: +43 - 6232 - 55 35 4
@: [e-mail]
@: [e-mail]
WWW: www.mobitec-austria.com

Invacare® n.v.

Autobaan 22
B-8210 Loppem (Brugge)

Belgium

 +32 - (0)50 - 83 10 10
Fax: +32 - (0)50 - 83 10 11
@: [e-mail]
WWW: www.invacare.be

Mobitec Rehab AG

Benkenstraße 260
CH-4108 Witterswil

Switzerland

 +41 - (0)61 - 48 77 08 0
Fax: +41 - (0)61 - 48 77 08 1
@: [e-mail]
@: [e-mail]
WWW: www.mobitec-rehab.ch

Invacare Aquatec

Alemannenstraße 10
88316 Isny

Deutschland

 0 75 62 / 7 00 - 251
Fax 08 00 / 6 73 81 72
@: [e-mail]
WWW: www.invacare-aquatec.de

Invacare® A/S

Sdr. Ringvej 39
DK-2605 Brøndby

Danmark

 (Kundeservice): +45 - (0)36 - 90 00 00
Fax (Kundeservice): +45 - (0)36 - 90 00 01
@: [e-mail]
WWW: www.invacare.dk

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Invacare® SA

c/ Areny, s/n
Poligon Industrial de Celrà
17460 Celrà (Girona)

ESPAÑA

 : +34 - (0)972 - 49 32 00
Fax: +34 - (0)972 - 49 32 20
@: [e-mail]
WWW: www.invacare.es

Invacare® Poirier SAS

Route de St Roch
F-37230 Fondettes

France

 : +33 - (0)247 - 62 64 66
Fax : +33 - (0)247 - 42 12 24
@: [e-mail]
WWW: www.invacare.fr

Invacare® Ltd

South Road
Bridgend Industrial Estate
Mid Glamorgan - CF31-3PY

United Kingdom

 (Customer Service): +44 - (0)1656 - 664 321
Fax (Customer Service): +44 - (0)1656 - 667 532
@: [e-mail]
@: [e-mail]
WWW: www.invacare.co.uk

Invacare Mecc San s.r.l.

Via Dei Pini, 62
I - 36016 Thiene (VI)

ITALIA

 +39 - 0445 - 38 00 59
Fax: +39 - 0445 - 38 00 34
@: [e-mail]
WWW: www.invacare.it

Invacare Ireland Ltd.

Unit 5 Seatown Business Campus
Seatown Rd, Swords
County Dublin

Ireland

 +353 - 18 10 70 84
Fax: +353 - 18 10 70 85
@: [e-mail]

Invacare® AS

Grensesvingen 9
Postboks 6230
N-0603 Oslo

Norge

 (Kundeservice): +47 - (0)22 57 95 10
Fax (Kundeservice): +47 - (0)22 57 95 01
@: [e-mail]
WWW: www.invacare.no

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Invacare® B.V.

Celsiusstraat 46
NL-6716 BZ Ede

Nederland

 : +31 - (0)318 - 69 57 57
Fax: +31 - (0)318 - 69 57 58
@: [e-mail]
WWW: www.invacare.nl

Invacare Portugal, Lda

Rua Estrada Velha, 949
4465-784 Leça do Balio

Portugal

 : [phone]
Fax: [phone]
@: [e-mail]
WWW: www.invacare.pt

Återförsäljare:
Invacare® AB

Fagerstagatan 9
S-163 91 Spånga

Sverige

Tillverkare:
Invacare® Deutschland GmbH

Kleiststraße 49
D-32457 Porta Westfalica

Deutschland

 (Kundtjänst): +46 - (0) 8 761 70 90
Fax (Kundtjänst): +46 - (0) 8 761 81 08
@: [e-mail]
@: [e-mail]
WWW: www.invacare.se

MÖLNDAL
 +46 - (0) 31 – 86 36 00
Fax: +46 - (0) 31 – 86 36 06
@: [e-mail]

LANDSKRONA
 +46 - (0) 418 – 285 40
Fax: +46 - (0) 418 – 180 89
@: [e-mail]

OSKARSHAMN
 +46 - (0) 491 – 101 40
Fax: +46 - (0) 491 – 101 80
@: [e-mail]

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Table of Contents

Chapter Page

1 Introduction 11

1.1 Important symbols in this manual .........................................................................................13

1.2 Important symbols found on the vehicle ..............................................................................14

1.3 Type classification and permissible use...............................................................................15

1.4 Guarantee.................................................................................................................................15

1.5 Indications................................................................................................................................16

1.6 Life expectancy........................................................................................................................16

2 Safety Notes 17

2.1 General Safety Notes ..............................................................................................................17

2.2 Safety Information on Electromagnetic Interference...........................................................20

2.3 Safety Information on Driving and Freewheel Mode............................................................21

2.4 Safety Information on Wheelchairs with a Lifter..................................................................23

2.5 Safety Information on Wheelchairs with Recaro Seats .......................................................24

3 Key features 25
4 Getting in and out of the wheelchair 26

4.1 Remove the standard armrest in order to side transfer ......................................................26

4.2 Raise the parallel sliding armrest / remove the skirtguard (optional) ...............................27

5 Driving 29

5.1 Before driving for the first time..............................................................................................29

5.2 Taking Obstacles.....................................................................................................................30

5.2.1 The ”SureStep“ System ................................................................................................30

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5.2.2

The ”Stability Lock“ System..........................................................................................30

5.2.3 The components of the "SureStep" and the "Stability Lock" system............................31

5.2.4 Maximum obstacle height.............................................................................................31

5.2.5 Safety information when ascending obstacles .............................................................32

5.2.6 Safety information when descending obstacles ...........................................................33

5.2.7 The correct way to overcome obstacles .......................................................................34

5.3 Driving up and down gradients..............................................................................................35

5.4 Parking and stationary............................................................................................................36

6 Pushing the wheelchair in freewheel mode 37

6.1 Disengaging Motors................................................................................................................37

7 The REM 24 SD Remote 38

7.1 Layout of the remote...............................................................................................................38

7.2 ON/OFF diode (status display)...............................................................................................41

7.3 Battery charger display...........................................................................................................41

7.4 Activating / deactivating the immobilizer..............................................................................42

7.5 Using the Buddy buttons with the remote ............................................................................43

7.6 Controlling the wheelchair using the remote .......................................................................44

7.6.1 How a wheelchair with "Indirect Steering" reacts to joystick movements.....................45

7.7 Operating the electric adjustment options ...........................................................................46

7.7.1 Activating adjustment mode..........................................................................................46

7.7.2 Selecting and operating the adjustment option ............................................................47

7.7.3 Changing back to driving mode ....................................................................................48

7.8 Error diagnosis ........................................................................................................................49

7.8.1 Error codes and diagnostic codes ................................................................................50

8 The G80i remote (optional) 52
9 Adjusting the wheelchair to the user's seating posture 53

9.1 Recaro® seats..........................................................................................................................53

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9.2

Adjusting the armrests and the joystick box........................................................................54

9.2.1 Adapting the remote to the length of the user’s arm ....................................................54

9.2.2 Setting the height of the remote ...................................................................................55

9.2.3 Setting the height of the armrests.................................................................................56

9.2.4 Adjusting the width of the armrests ..............................................................................57

9.3 Manually adjusting the seat tilt ..............................................................................................59

9.4 Manually adjusting the backrest............................................................................................61

9.4.1 Adjusting the backrest using the gas pressure spring..................................................61

9.4.1.1 Adjust the backrest using the perforated plate ........................................................62

9.4.2 Flex and Contour seats.................................................................................................63

9.5 The Lifter ..................................................................................................................................64

9.5.1 Explanation of symbols on lifter warning sticker...........................................................65

9.6 Adjusting and removing the tray ...........................................................................................66

9.6.1 Laterally adjusting the tray............................................................................................66

9.6.2 Adjusting the depth of the tray / removing the tray.......................................................67

9.6.3 Swinging the tray away to the side ...............................................................................67

9.7 Child seat (option) ...................................................................................................................69

9.7.1 The headrest of the child seat ......................................................................................69

9.7.1.1 Adjusting the angle / depth of the headrest.............................................................69

9.7.1.2 Adjusting the height of the headrest........................................................................70

9.7.2 The armrests / setting the angle ...................................................................................71

9.7.3 The backrest .................................................................................................................72

9.7.3.1 Adjusting the height of the sliding handles (option).................................................72

9.7.3.2 Adjusting the angle of the backrest electrically .......................................................73

9.7.3.3 Adjusting the angle of the backrest manually..........................................................73

9.7.4 The legrest of the child seat..........................................................................................74

9.7.4.1 Setting the angle of the footrest...............................................................................74

9.7.4.2 Swivelling the footrest upward / removing the legrest.............................................75

9.7.4.3 Adjusting the width of the legrest.............................................................................77

9.7.4.4 Adjusting the length of the legrest ...........................................................................83

9.7.4.5 Adjusting the angle of the legrest ............................................................................84

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10 Adjusting footrests and legrests 85

10.1 Centre-mounted legrests........................................................................................................85

10.1.1 Electric legrest ..............................................................................................................85

10.1.1.1 Lowering the electric legrest completely to assist getting out of the wheelchair.....86

10.1.2 Adjustable legrest .........................................................................................................89

10.1.2.1 Adjusting the angle ..................................................................................................89

10.1.2.2 Adjusting the length of the legrest ...........................................................................90

10.1.2.3 Adjusting the calf plate to the calf width of the user ................................................91

10.1.2.4 Adjusting the angle of the foot plate ........................................................................92

10.2 Laterally mounted legrests.....................................................................................................93

10.2.1 Standard footrest with pre-set angle.............................................................................93

10.2.1.1 Swivelling the footrest outward and/or removing.....................................................93

10.2.1.2 Setting the angle......................................................................................................94

10.2.1.3 Setting the end stop of the footrest .........................................................................96

10.2.1.4 Adjusting the length of the footrest..........................................................................99

10.2.2 Manually height adjustable legrest 90° - 0° ................................................................100

10.2.2.1 Swivelling the legrest outward and/or removing....................................................100

10.2.2.2 Setting the angle....................................................................................................101

10.2.2.3 Setting the end stop of the legrest.........................................................................102

10.2.2.4 Adjusting the length of the legrest .........................................................................105

10.2.2.5 Adjusting the depth of the calf plate ......................................................................106

10.2.2.6 Adjusting the height of the calf plate .....................................................................107

10.2.2.7 Unlocking and swivelling the calf plate backward when alighting .........................108

10.2.2.8 Adjusting the angle adjustable foot plate...............................................................109

10.2.2.9 Adjusting the angle and depth adjustable foot plate .............................................110

10.2.3 Manually height adjustable legrest 80° - 0° with ergonomic length adjustment .........111

10.2.3.1 Swivelling the legrest outward and/or removing....................................................111

10.2.3.2 Setting the angle....................................................................................................112

10.2.3.3 Adjusting the length of the legrest .........................................................................114

10.2.3.4 Adjusting the depth of the calf plate ......................................................................115

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10.2.3.5

Adjusting the height of the calf plate .....................................................................116

10.2.3.6 Unlocking and swivelling the calf plate backward when alighting .........................117

10.2.3.7 Adjusting the angle adjustable foot plate...............................................................118

10.2.3.8 Adjusting the angle and depth adjustable foot plate .............................................119

10.2.4 Electrically height adjustable legrest 80° - 0° with ergonomic length adjustment ......120

10.2.4.1 Swivelling the legrest outward and/or removing....................................................120

10.2.4.2 Setting the angle....................................................................................................121

10.2.4.3 Adjusting the length of the legrest .........................................................................122

10.2.4.4 Adjusting the depth of the calf plate ......................................................................123

10.2.4.5 Adjusting the height of the calf plate .....................................................................124

10.2.4.6 Unlocking and swivelling the calf plate backward when alighting .........................125

10.2.4.7 Adjusting the angle adjustable foot plate...............................................................126

10.2.4.8 Adjusting the angle and depth adjustable foot plate .............................................127

11 Electrical System 128

11.1 Electronics Protection System ............................................................................................128

11.1.1 The main fuse .............................................................................................................129

11.2 Batteries .................................................................................................................................130

11.2.1 What you need to know about batteries .....................................................................130

11.2.2 Charging the batteries ................................................................................................132

11.2.3 Removing and fitting batteries ....................................................................................134

11.2.3.1 Removing the batteries..........................................................................................135

11.2.3.2 How to handle damaged batteries correctly ..........................................................142

12 Care and maintenance 143
13 Repair Instructions 146

13.1 Repairing a flat tyre ...............................................................................................................146

13.1.1 Repairing punctures (drive wheel with conventional motor and pneumatic tyres) .....147

14 Transport 151

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14.1

Transferring the wheelchair to a vehicle.............................................................................151

14.2 Use of the wheelchair as a seat in a vehicle.......................................................................153

14.2.1 How the wheelchair is anchored in a vehicle for use as a vehicle seat .....................155

14.2.2 How the user is secured within the wheelchair...........................................................156

14.3 Securing the wheelchair for transport without passengers .............................................159

15 Refurbishment 160
16 Disposal 161
17 Technical Specifications 162
18 Inspections Performed 166

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1 Introduction

Dear user,

First we would like to thank you for purchasing our product! We hope that you will have a great deal
of pleasure with your new power chair.

This operating manual contains important information and notes about:

• Safety

• Operation

• Care and maintenance

Please take care to read the operating manual thoroughly before starting out on your first
journey.

This wheelchair has been constructed for a large circle of users with different requirements.

The decision whether the model is suitable for the user may only be taken by medical specialists
with appropriate expertise.

Invacare® or their statutory representatives can accept no liability in cases in which the wheelchair
has not been adapted to suit the users’ handicaps.

Some maintenance 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 and errors caused by nonobservance of the operating manual or as a
result of incorrect maintenance are excluded from all guarantees.

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This manual contains copyrighted information. This manual may not be reproduced or reprinted
either partly or completely without previous written consent from Invacare® or its statutory
representatives. We reserve the right to make any necessary alterations on the grounds of
technical improvements.

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1.1 Important symbols in this manual

WARNING!
This symbol warns you of danger!

• Always follow these instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product!

EXPLOSION HAZARD!
This symbol warns you of an explosion hazard, which, for example, can be caused by

excessive tyre pressure in a pneumatic tyre!

• Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product!

BURN HAZARD!
This symbol warns you of burns due, for example, to leaking battery acid!

• Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product!

NOTE:

This symbol identifies general information which is intended to simplify working with your product
and which refers to special functions.

Requirements:

• This symbol identifies a list of various tools, components and items which you will need in
order to carry out certain work.

READ WELL BEFORE OPERATION!

This symbol advises you to read information carefully.

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1.2 Important symbols found on the vehicle

This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer that
complies with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
2002/96/CE. This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the
environment if disposed of in places (landfills) that are not appropriate according to
legislation.

• The 'crossed out wheelie bin' symbol is placed on this product to encourage you to
recycle wherever possible.

• Please be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your recycling
facility at its end of life.

If the electric wheelchair is fitted with a table, it is
imperative that it is removed and safely stowed
when transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle!

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1.3 Type classification and permissible use

This vehicle was designed for persons whose ability to walk is impaired, but who are still physically
and mentally able to operate an electric vehicle. It has been classified according to EN 12184 as a
class B mobility product (for indoor and outdoor areas). It is therefore compact and agile enough
for indoor areas, but also able to overcome many obstacles in outdoor areas.

You can find exact information on speed, turning radius, range, safe climbing ability, maximum
obstacle height and permissible operating conditions in chapter "Technical Specifications"
starting from page 162.

Please also pay attention to all safety information in chapter "Safety Notes" starting from page 17.

The vehicle was successfully tested according to German and international standards as to its
safety. It was also tested successfully according to EN60529 IPX4 as to its resistance to spray
water, and is therefore well suited for typical middle European weather conditions. When equipped
with an appropriate lighting system, the vehicle is suitable for use on public roads.

1.4 Guarantee

The terms and conditions of the guarantee are part of the general terms and conditions particular to
the individual countries in which this product is sold.

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1.5 Indications

The use of this mobility product is recommended for the following indications:

The inability or a greatly restricted ability to walk within the scope of the basic requirement to be
able to move within one’s own four walls. The need to leave the dwelling place in order to get some
fresh air during a short walk or to reach those places generally to be found at close distance to the
dwelling and where everyday business is carried out.

Provision of electric wheelchairs for interior and exterior areas is advisable if the use of hand­operated wheelchairs is no longer possible on account of the disability, yet proper operation of an
electromotive drive unit is still practicable.

1.6 Life expectancy

We estimate a life expectancy of five years for this product, provided it is used in strict accordance
with the intended use as set out in this document and all maintenance and service requirements
are met. The estimated life expectancy can be exceeded if the product is carefully used and
properly maintained, and provided technical and scientific advances do not result in technical
limitations. The life expectancy can also be considerably reduced by extreme or incorrect usage.
The fact that we estimate a life expectancy for this product does not constitute an additional
warranty.

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2 Safety Notes

READ WELL BEFORE OPERATION!

2.1 General Safety Notes

Danger of injury if mobility device is used in any other way than the purpose described in
this manual!

• Only ever use the mobility device in accordance with the instructions in this User's Manual
(see chapter "Type classification and permissible use" on page 15).

• Pay strict attention to the safety information.

Danger of injury if the mobility device is driven when ability to operate a vehicle is
impaired by medication or alcohol!

• Never drive the mobility device under the influence of medication or alcohol. If necessary, the
mobility device must be operated by an attendant who is physically and mentally able.

Danger of damage 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 is deactivated. For this reason,

pushing the mobility device by an attendant is only recommended on flat surfaces, never on
gradients. Never leave your mobility device on a gradient with its motors disengaged. Always
re-engage the motors immediately after pushing the mobility device (see chapter "Pushing the
wheelchair in freewheel mode" on page 37).

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Danger of injury if the mobility device is switched off while driving, for example by
pressing the On/Off Button or disconnecting a cable, due to it coming to an abrupt, sharp
stop!

• If you have to brake in an emergency, simply release the joystick which will bring you to a halt.
(refer to the joystick operating manual for more information).

Danger of injury when transferring mobility device to a vehicle for transport with the
occupant seated in it!

• It is always better to transfer the mobility device to a vehicle without the occupant seated in it.

• If the mobility device needs to be loaded up a ramp together with its driver, ensure that the

ramp does not exceed the maximum safe slope (see chapter "Technical Specifications" from
page 162).

• If the mobility device does need to be loaded using a ramp which exceeds the maximum safe
slope (see chapter "Technical Specifications" from page 162), then you must use a winch. An
attendant can safely monitor and assist the loading process.

• As an alternative you can use a platform lift. Ensure that the total weight of the mobility device
including the user does not exceed the maximum permissible weight for the platform lift or
winch if you are using.

Danger of injury if maximum permissible load is exceeded!

• Do not exceed the maximum permissible load (see chapter "Technical Specifications" from
page 162).

• The mobility device is only designed for use by a single occupant whose maximum weight
does not exceed the maximum permissible load of the chair. Never use the mobility device to
transport more than one person.

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Danger of injury due to wrong lifting or dropping of heavy components!

• When maintaining, servicing or lifting any part of your mobility device, take into account the
weight of the individual components especially the batteries. Be sure at all times to adopt the
correct lifting posture and ask for assistance if necessary.

Danger of falling out of the mobility device.

• Do not slide forward on the seat, do not lean forward between your knees, do not lean
backwards out over the top of the backrest, for example to reach an object.

• If a posture belt is installed, 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.

Danger of injury by moving parts!

• Make sure that no injury is incurred by moving parts of the mobility device, like wheels or one
of the Lifter Modules (if fitted), especially when children are around.

Danger of fire or breaking down due to electric devices being connected!

• Do not connect any electric devices to your mobility device that are not expressly certified by
Invacare® for this purpose. Have all electrical installations done by your authorised Invacare®
Dealer.

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2.2 Safety Information on Electromagnetic Interference

This electric vehicle was successfully tested in accordance with International 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 cellular 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.

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2.3 Safety Information on Driving and Freewheel Mode

Danger of injury if the wheelchair tips over!

• Inclines and declines can only be travelled up to the maximum safe slope (see chapter

"Technical Specifications" from page 162).

• Always return the backrest of your seat or the seat tilt to an upright position before ascending
slopes. We recommend that you position the seat backrest and the seat tilt (if fitted) slightly to
the rear before descending slopes.

• 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 with your wheelchair.

• When overcoming obstacles, always observe the maximum obstacle height (see chapter

"Technical Specifications" from page 162 and information about overcoming obstacles in
chapter "Taking Obstacles" from page 30).

• Avoid shifting your centre of gravity as well as abrupt joystick movements and changes of
direction when the wheelchair is in motion.

• Never use the wheelchair to transport more than one person.

• Do not exceed the overall maximum permissible load or the maximum load per axle (see

chapter "Technical Specifications" on page 162).

• Note that the wheelchair will brake or accelerate if you change the Driving Mode whilst the
wheelchair is in motion.

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Danger of breaking down in adverse weather conditions, i.e. extreme cold, in an isolated
area!

• If you are a user with severely limited mobility, we advise that in the case of adverse weather
conditions DO NOT attempt a journey without an accompanying attendant!

Danger of injury if your foot slides off the footrest and gets caught underneath the
wheelchair when it is in motion!

• Make sure each time before you drive the wheelchair that your feet are squarely and securely
in place on the footplates, and that both legrests are properly locked into place.

Danger of injury if you collide with an obstacle when driving through narrow passages
such as doorways and entrances!

• Drive through narrow passages in the lowest driving mode and with due caution.

If your electric wheelchair has been fitted with angle-adjustable legrests, there is a danger
of personal injury and damage to the wheelchair if you drive the wheelchair with the
legrests raised!

• To avoid unwanted displacement of the wheelchair centre of gravity to the front (especially
when travelling downhill) and in order to avoid damage to the wheelchair, angle-adjustable
legrests must always be lowered during normal travelling.

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2.4 Safety Information on Wheelchairs with a Lifter

IMPORTANT - IF YOUR WHEELCHAIR IS EQUIPPED WITH A LIFTER:
Danger of injury if the wheelchair tips over!

• Never exceed the maximum permissible load (see chapter "Technical Specifications" from
page 162)!

• Avoid dangerous driving situations when the lifter is in a raised position, such as trying to
overcome obstacles like kerbs or driving up or down steep gradients!

• Never lean out of the seat when the lifter is raised!

• Inspect the lifter module at least once a month to make sure the automatic speed reduction

function, which reduces the speed of the wheelchair when the lifter is raised, is working
properly (see chapter "Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden." from page
Fehler! Textmarke nicht definiert.)! Notify your authorised dealership immediately if it is not
working properly!

Danger of injury by moving parts!

• Never let objects get caught in the space underneath a raised lifter!

• Make sure that neither you nor anyone else is injured by placing hands, feet other body

extremities under the raised seat!

Danger of malfunction of the Lifter Module!

• Inspect the lifter module at regular intervals to make sure there are no foreign objects or
visible damage, and to make sure the electric plugs are firmly inserted into their sockets!

WARNING: Danger of injuries and damage to the wheelchair can result if the wheelchair is
lifted up or carried by the seat! The lifter motor can slip out of its fixation under the seat!!

• Never attempt to lift the wheelchair by the seat, only by its frame!

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2.5 Safety Information on Wheelchairs with Recaro Seats

Danger of injury if the wheelchair tips over!
The centre of gravity of a Recaro seat is higher than that of other seats. The Recaro seat is

also heavier than other seating systems. The backrests of RECARO seats can be leaned
back 90°. For these reasons there is an increased risk of tipping over!

• Never lean the backrest backward more than 30° degrees, and never exceed 15° when driving
the wheelchair!

More than 30° 15°-30° 0°-15°

NEVER!! Standstill! Driving

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3 Key features

1) Headrest (release

handles for adjustment
purposes are to be found
behind the headrest)

2) Sliding handle

3) Backrest

4) Knob for adjusting the

angle of the armrest

5) Releasing handle

6) Drive wheel

7) Armrest

8) Remote

9) Legrest

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4 Getting in and out of the wheelchair

Important information when side transferring in and out of the wheelchair

In order to side transfer it is necessary for the armrest to either be raised or removed completely
depending on the model. A skirtguard can be installed as an option in connection with the
parallel sliding armrest. This is attached in the same way as the standard armrest and must also
be removed when transferring.

4.1 Remove the standard armrest in order to side transfer

Removing the armrest:

• Detach the remote cable (1) from the remote.

• Loosen the release handle.

• Pull the side frame out of the receptacle.

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4.2 Raise the parallel sliding armrest / remove the skirtguard
(optional)

Swivel up armrest

• Swivel armrest up to access from the side.

Removing the Skirtguard (option) for access:

• Loosen the release handle (1).

• Pull the Skirtguard out of the receptacle.

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Getting into the wheelchair:

• Position your wheelchair as close as possible to your seat. This might

have to be done by an attendant.

• Switch your wheelchair off.

• Apply the manual wheel lock of your wheelchair (if existing).

• Detach the skirt guard of your wheelchair or swivel it up.

• Now slide into the wheelchair.

Getting out of the wheelchair:

• Drive your wheelchair as close as possible to your seat.

• Switch your wheelchair off.

• Apply the manual wheel lock of your wheelchair (if existing).

• Detach the skirt guard of your wheelchair or swivel it up.

• Now slide onto your new seat.

NOTE:

If you do not have sufficient muscle strength, you should ask other persons for help. Use a
sliding board, if possible.

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5 Driving

NOTE

The maximum load capacity that is stated in the technical data only states that the system is
designed for this mass in total. However, this does not mean that one can sit a person with this
body weight in the wheelchair without restrictions. Attention must be paid to the body
proportions, such as height, weight distribution, abdominal girth, leg and calf girth and seat
depth. These factors have a strong influence on driving features such as tilt stability and traction.
The permissible axle loads in particular must be adhered to (see chapter "Technical
Specifications" as from page 162)! It may possibly be necessary to carry out adaptations to the
seat system.

5.1 Before driving for the first time...

Before you take your first trip, 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, make sure to properly adjust and use the posture belt each time you use the
wheelchair.

Sitting Comfortably = Driving Safely
Before each trip, make sure that:
You are within easy reach of all operating controls.

• The battery charge is sufficient for the distance intended to be covered.

• The posture belt (if installed) is in perfect order.

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5.2 Taking Obstacles

5.2.1 The ”SureStep“ System

The Invacare® Tornado is fitted with "SureStep" technology. When passing over obstacles, the
front steering wheels are lifted by the torque of the drive wheels. This technology provides excellent
obstacle climbing ability when driving forward, but it is not designed for driving backward. The
maximum obstacle height is considerably reduced when driving backward. For this reason we
recommend you always mount obstacles driving forward.

The approach for overcoming obstacles is fundamentally different for wheelchairs with central drive
and "SureStep" technology than for models with front wheel or rear wheel drive.

5.2.2 The ”Stability Lock“ System

If your wheelchair is fitted with a lifter and this is raised, this will restrict the function of the
"SureStep" system due to the "Stability Lock". The "Stability Lock" increases the tilt stability of the
wheelchair and prevents front wheel spring deflection on the "Walking Beams" when braking or
when descending slopes.

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5.2.3 The components of the "SureStep" and the "Stability Lock" system

The picture below shows the “SureStep“ system components after the side panelling has been
removed: (1) Anti-dive spring, (2) walking beam and (3) stability lock.

5.2.4 Maximum obstacle height

Your wheelchair can overcome obstacles and kerbs with the following heights. (only applies to
driving forward).

• Up to 6 cm

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5.2.5 Safety information when ascending obstacles

CAUTION: Danger of Tipping Over!

• Never approach obstacles at an angle but at 90 degrees as shown below.

• Put your backrest into an upright position before climbing an obstacle.

CAUTION: The wheelchair can be damaged if an obstacle is approached at excessive
speed.

• Always approach obstacles at low speed! As soon as the front wheels come into contact with
the obstacle, stop for a short period before driving over the obstacle! Wheelchairs fitted with
centre drive have a special mechanism (Walking Beam) for overcoming obstacles.
Approaching at speed can actually lead to mechanical damage.

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5.2.6 Safety information when descending obstacles

WARNING: In certain situations, e.g. when descending inclines and obstacles, the
wheelchair user could slip off the seat.

• Always fasten the restraining belt when descending from inclines and obstacles.

CAUTION: The wheelchair can tip over to the front when descending from an obstacle that
is too high as there can be spring deflection of the front swivel wheels.

• Please pay particular attention to tilt resistance when driving down off an obstacle!

• If available, please set your seat tilt to a greater value than normal!

• The maximum obstacle height refers to ascent as well as descent. Never descend from

obstacles that are higher than those you may ascend!

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5.2.7 The correct way to overcome obstacles

CAUTION: If the lifter is raised, the drive wheels can lose ground contact when
descending from obstacles or driving on an uneven surface! The "Stability Lock"
prevents “Walking Beam“ spring deflection when the lifter is raised!

• Never descend from obstacles when the lifter is raised or drive on an uneven surface!

• In the event of the drive wheels losing ground contact, the lifter must be lowered so that the

drive wheels come into contact with the ground again.

Ascending and descending

The same approach applies to both ascending and descending obstacles:

• Approach the obstacle or the kerb slowly and at a right angle.

• Stop shortly before the front wheels come into contact with the obstacle.

• Check the position of the front wheels. They must be in driving direction

and at right angles to the obstacle.

• Approach slowly and keep at a consistent speed until the rear wheels have
also passed over the obstacle.

Right

Wrong

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5.3 Driving up and down gradients

For information concerning the maximum safe slope, please see chapter "Technical
Specifications" starting on page 162.

WARNING: In certain situations, e.g. when descending inclines and obstacles, the
wheelchair user could slip off the seat.

• Always fasten the restraining belt when descending from inclines and obstacles.

WARNING: Danger 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 your seat or the seat tilt (if adjustable seat tilt is available) to an
upright position before ascending slopes. We recommend that you position the seat backrest
or the seat tilt slightly to the rear before descending slopes.

• Always lower the lifter (if fitted) to its lowest position before ascending or descending a slope.

• 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).

• Avoid trying to get out of the vehicle on an incline or a gradient.

• Always drive straight in the direction the road or path you are on goes, rather than attempting

to zigzag.

• Never attempt to turn around on an incline or a slope.

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5.4 Parking and stationary

When parking your vehicle or if your vehicle is stationary for a prolonged period:

• Switch the vehicle's power system off (ON-/OFF key).

• Activate your anti-theft lock, if existing.

Information: If the wheelchair has not been driven for a longer period of time, the solid
rubber tyres of the swivel wheels can be pressed flat.

This effect can crop up relatively quickly in the case of higher ambient temperatures. Once the
wheelchair is driven for a certain period of time, the consistent wheel load will re-establish
concentricity.

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6 Pushing the wheelchair in freewheel mode

The motors of the wheelchair are equipped with automatic brakes, preventing that the wheelchair
starts rolling out of control when the joystick box is switched off. When pushing the wheelchair
manually whilst freewheeling, the magnetic brakes must be disengaged.

6.1 Disengaging Motors

The lever for disengaging the motors is on the rear right side on the wheelchair chassis.

Danger of the vehicle running away!

• When the motors are disengaged (for push operation whilst freewheeling), 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)!

Disengaging the motors:

• Switch off the remote.

• Simultaneously move the wheelchair gently forward

and backward and push the clutch lever (1)
forward. The motors are disengaged.

Engaging the motors:

• Pull the clutch lever (1) backward. The motors are
engaged.

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7 The REM 24 SD Remote

7.1 Layout of the remote

Upper side

Controls

1) Immobilizer

2) "Activate / scroll through drive
mode" button

3) Horn

4) Left-hand indicator

5) Joystick

6) "Activate adjustment mode"
button

7) ON/OFF button

8) Light

9) Right-hand indicator

10) Hazard warning signal flasher

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Upper side

Displays

11) Battery charger display

12) Status display (in key symbol)

13) Drive mode display

14) Left-hand indicator display

15) Hazard warning signal flasher
display

16) Light display

17) Right-hand indicator display

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Underside

1) Charger socket

2) Programming socket

Rear panel

1) Socket for Buddy button 1 (corresponds to "Activate /
scroll through drive mode" button).

2) Socket for Buddy button 2 (corresponds to "ON/OFF"
button)

3) Socket for Buddy button 3 (corresponds to "Activate /
scroll through adjustment mode" button).

4) Socket for bus cable

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7.2 ON/OFF diode (status display)

INFORMATION

The ON/OFF diode (in key symbol) also serves as status or error message display. For error
codes please see chapter "Error codes and diagnostic codes" on page 50.

7.3 Battery charger display

• All diodes illuminated: Full range

• Only red diodes illuminated:

Reduced range

• Both red diodes flashing:

Very low range

• Only one red diode flashing:

Battery on reserve = Charge batteries straight away

Battery charger display

INFORMATION

Protection against total discharge: The electronic system automatically shuts actuation down
after a certain travel time on reserve battery and the wheelchair comes to a standstill.

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7.4 Activating / deactivating the immobilizer

Activating the immobilizer

• Switch on the remote.

• Use the end of the magnetic key (Invacare® Logo) to move over the

sensor area (1) on the remote (key symbol). The horn will sound
briefly once. The remote shuts down automatically. The immobilizer
is activated.

Deactivating the immobilizer

• Switch on the remote. The status display will flash red slowly.

• Use the end of the magnetic key (Invacare® Logo) to move over the

sensor area (1) on the remote (key symbol).

Immobilizer

Magnetic key

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7.5 Using the Buddy buttons with the remote

What is a Buddy button?

A Buddy button is an additional sensing device that can be used to activate a remote function.
The sockets for Buddy buttons are to be found at the rear of the remote.

1) Socket 1 (corresponds to the ""Activate / scroll through drive
mode"" button).

2) Socket 2 (corresponds to the "ON/OFF" button)

3) Socket 3 (corresponds to the " Activate / scroll through
adjustment mode" button).

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7.6 Controlling the wheelchair using the remote

• Switch on the remote (ON/OFF button). The displays on the remote will illuminate. The
wheelchair is ready to drive.

• Set the drive level (“drive level“ button see "Layout of the remote" on page 38).

• Speed stage 1 (slow) to 5 (fast) is shown on the drive level display.

Can the electronic system programming be adapted?

The electronic controller is programmed with standard values during manufacture. Your
Invacare® dealer can carry out programming tailored to fit your requirements.

WARNING: Any alteration to the drive programme can influence vehicle handling and the
tipping stability of the electric vehicle!

• Alterations to the drive programme may only be carried out by trained Invacare® dealers!

• Invacare® supplies all electric vehicles from the factory with a standard drive programme.

Invacare® can only assume a warranty for the safe vehicle handling of the electric vehicle –
in particular tipping stability - for this standard drive programme!

Will the wheelchair not drive after switching on?
Check the drive-away lock (see chapter "Activating / deactivating the immobilizer " on page

42) and the status bar indicator (see chapter "ON/OFF diode (status display)" on page 41.).

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7.6.1 How a wheelchair with "Indirect Steering" reacts to joystick movements.

"Indirect Steering" occurs by individually applying power to the drive wheels, and is found on
wheelchairs with front, rear and middle wheel drive.

Travel direction

The further the joystick is moved in a
particular direction, the more
dynamically the wheelchair reacts.

Note:

To brake quickly, simply let go of the joystick. It will then automatically return to the middle
position. The wheelchair will brake.

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7.7 Operating the electric adjustment options

Electric adjustment options, like electric legrests or an electric backrest, are operated by using the
joystick.

7.7.1 Activating adjustment mode

• Press the "activate adjustment mode" button (A). The remote
switches to the adjustment mode last used. The driving mode
display (B) switches to the appropriate symbol (one of the
symbols shown below). The factory setting for controls is to
display all symbols, irrespective of whether certain adjustment
options are available or not! Your dealer can carry out individual
modification of this setting.

Seat tilt Backrest Left legrest Right legrest Both legrests Lifter

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Information:

When using the REM 24 SD remote it is not necessary – as on previous remote versions – to
push the joystick forward in order to access the adjustment mode. It is sufficient to operate the
adjustment mode button just once.

If the remote has been programmed appropriately, further modes can be accessed by repeatedly
pressing the adjustment mode button, i.e. light mode or ECU mode (environment control unit).
The standard REM 24 SD programming only supports the adjustment function. Please speak to
your Invacare dealer if you have any questions in this respect.

7.7.2 Selecting and operating the adjustment option

• Move the joystick to the left or right = Select adjustment

option on the submenu (A).

• Move the joystick forward/backward = Operate adjustment

option (B).

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7.7.3 Changing back to driving mode

• Briefly press the "Activate / scroll through driving mode" button
(A). The remote switches back to the driving mode last used.
The driving mode display indicates the drive level (B).

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7.8 Error diagnosis

In the event that the electronics should show signs of failure, please consult the following
troubleshooting guide in order to locate the error.

INFORMATION

Before beginning with the diagnosis, please ensure that the drive electronics are switched on.

If the status display is OFF:

Please check whether the drive electronics are SWITCHED ON.

Please check whether all cables have been connected correctly.

Please ensure that the batteries are not discharged.

If the status display is FLASHING:

Please count the number of flashing sequences and move on to the next section.

If the red diodes on the battery charger display and the status display are FLASHING,
Drive mode display shows a horizontal bar:

Battery discharged. Please charge the battery.

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7.8.1 Error codes and diagnostic codes

The drive electronics are capable of rectifying some errors automatically. In this case the status
display will cease to flash. Please switch the remote on and off several times. Wait approx. 5
seconds each time before switching the remote on again. If this does not rectify the error, locate
the error using the flash codes shown below.

FLASH

CODE

FAULT IMMEDIATE MEASURE FURTHER HELP

1

Module defective. -

• Contact your dealer or
wheelchair provider.

2

Lifter raised or
lowered too far (seat
not at driving height)

If lifter is raised, lower in

stages until the status
display stops flashing. If
lowered too far, raise lifter
in stages until the status
display stops flashing. If at
all possible, only drive
when the seat is at driving
height.

• -

Accessory error. -

• Contact your dealer or
wheelchair provider.

3

Fault in left-hand
motor. Connection
loose/defective or
motor defective.

• Check plug-in
connections.

• Replace motor

• Contact your dealer or

wheelchair provider.

4

Fault in right-hand
motor. Connection
loose/defective or
motor defective.

• Check plug-in
connections.

• Replace motor

• Contact your dealer or

wheelchair provider.

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FLASH

CODE

FAULT IMMEDIATE MEASURE FURTHER HELP

5

Fault/brake fault on
left-hand motor.
Connection
loose/defective or
motor defective.

• Check plug-in
connections.

• Replace motor

• Contact your dealer or

wheelchair provider.

6

Fault/brake fault on
right-hand motor.
Connection
loose/defective or
motor defective.

• Check plug-in
connections.

• Replace motor

• Contact your dealer or

wheelchair provider.

7

Battery totally
discharged.

Charge battery

• Contact your dealer or
wheelchair provider.

8

Battery voltage too
high.

-

• Contact your dealer or
wheelchair provider.

9 or 10

Faulty data
transmission between
modules.

-

• Contact your dealer or
wheelchair provider.

11

Motors overstressed. Switch remote off and on

again

• -

12

Compatibility
problems between the
modules.

-

• Contact your dealer or
wheelchair provider.

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8 The G80i remote (optional)

NOTE:

You can find a description of the G80i remote in the appropriate Operating Manual.

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9 Adjusting the wheelchair to the user's seating posture

CAUTION: Wheelchair damage and risk of accident! Collisions can occur between the
legrest and the chassis or between the foot plates and the ground in the event of varying
adjustment option combinations! This occurs in particular on wheelchairs with lifter and a
seat angle adjustment range of -10° to +35°!

• When adjusting seat angle, lifter and legrest please ensure that the legrest does not collide
with the wheelchair chassis or the foot plates with the ground.

9.1 Recaro® seats

Recaro® Seats

For more information on a Recaro® seat, please see the separate User Guide that comes with
the Recaro® seat.

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9.2 Adjusting the armrests and the joystick box

9.2.1 Adapting the remote to the length of the user’s arm

Requirements:

• Allen key 3 mm

• Loosen the socket head screw (1).

• Set remote to the desired length by pushing forward

or backward.

• Tighten screw.

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9.2.2 Setting the height of the remote

• Loosen one or both of the wing screws (1 and

2) that allow height adjustment of the joystick
box.

• Adjust the joystick box to the desired height.

• Re-tighten the screw(s).

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9.2.3 Setting the height of the armrests

• Loosen the bolt (1).

• Set the armrest at the desired height.

• Retighten the bolt.

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9.2.4 Adjusting the width of the armrests

The distance between the side sections can be adjusted by 5.5 cm on both sides (11 cm in total).

Requirements:

• Allen key 8 mm

Where to find the adjustment screws

The picture below shows the position of the screws (1) that permit adjustment to the width of the
armrests (only the left side is visible in the picture).

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Doing the adjustment

• Loosen screw (1).

• Set the armrest to the desired position.

• Tighten the screw.

• Repeat the procedure for the other armrest.

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9.3 Manually adjusting the seat tilt

The manual seat angle adjustment has an adjustable range of 0° to 20°.

The seat angle is adjusted by means of a spindle, which is to be found at the front underneath the
seat frame.

When adjusting the seat angle it should be ensured that at least 1cm of the threaded bolt always
remains inside the spindle and is not completely unscrewed from the spindle.

NOTE

It is easier to adjust the angle of the seat when there is nobody sitting in the wheelchair.

The picture on the right shows the position of the
spindle (1) for manual adjustment of the seat angle.

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• Loosen the counternut (1) on the spindle.

• Set the seat angle by turning the spindle (2).

• Tighten the counternut.

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9.4 Manually adjusting the backrest

9.4.1 Adjusting the backrest using the gas pressure spring

The lever for adjusting the backrest is located on the opposite side from the Joystick Box under the
armrest.

Adjusting angle of the backrest

• Pull lever (1) upward.

• Adjust backrest angle by leaning forward or

backward.

• Release the lever again. The backrest is locked at
the desired angle.

NOTE

If the lever is pulled upwards and inwards at the same time, it will latch into a notch at the top.
Push the lever out of the notch to release it, and allow it to be moved down again.

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9.4.1.1 Adjust the backrest using the perforated plate

The angle of the backrest has six positions, from -10° to +30°.

• Unscrew the hand screws (1) on both sides.

• The backrest is adjusted by choosing a

combination of one of the two bore holes in the
backrest frame and one of the six bore holes in
the fixing plate.

• Re-position the screws and tighten.

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9.4.2 Flex and Contour seats

• Set the angle by turning the hand wheel (1).

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9.5 The Lifter

The electric lifter is operated via the remote. Please see chapter "Operating the electric
adjustment options" on page 46.

Information regarding operation of the lifter at temperatures of less than 0 °C

Invacare® mobility aids are fitted with safety mechanisms that prevent capacity overload of the
electronic components. At operating temperatures below freezing point this can, in particular,
lead to the lifter actuator being shut down after approx. 1 second operating time.

The lifter can be raised or lowered gradually by repeatedly operating the joystick. In many cases
this generates sufficient heat for the actuator to operate as normal.

Please note – Speed restriction

The lifter is equipped with sensors that reduce the drive speed of the wheelchair as soon as the
lifter is raised or lowered above a certain point.

This is in order to guarantee the tilt stability of the wheelchair or in order to avoid damage to the
legrests.

When speed restriction is activated an appropriate blinking code is displayed on the remote.
Please see chapter "ON/OFF diode (status display)" on page 41 and chapter "Error codes
and diagnostic codes" on page 50.

In order to revert to normal drive speed move the lifter to drive height: Raise the lifter slowly if the
lifter has been lowered. If the lifter has been raised, lower the lifter until the status display stops
blinking.

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9.5.1 Explanation of symbols on lifter warning sticker.

Do not lean out
when the lifter is
raised!

Do not drive 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!

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9.6 Adjusting and removing the tray

CAUTION: Injury hazard or material
damage if an electric wheelchair which is
fitted with a table is transported in a
vehicle!

• If a table is fitted, always remove it before
transporting the wheelchair.

9.6.1 Laterally adjusting the tray

• Loosen the wing-screw (1).

• Adjust the tray towards the left or right.

• Re-tighten wing-screw.

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9.6.2 Adjusting the depth of the tray / removing the tray

• Loosen the wing-screw (1).

• Adjust the table to the desired depth (or remove it entirely).

• Re-tighten the screw.

9.6.3 Swinging the tray away to the side

CAUTION! Risk of injury! When the tray is raised it does not lock in place in this position!

• Do not tilt the tray up and leave it leaning in this position.

• Never attempt to drive with the tray tilted up.

• Always lower the tray in a controlled manner.

The tray can be swivelled upwards and pushed to the side as
illustrated to enable getting on and off.

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9.7 Child seat (option)

The child seat consists of the actual seat, a headrest and a laterally-mounted footrest. The
following describes how these options can be adapted to the sitting posture of the user.

9.7.1 The headrest of the child seat

9.7.1.1 Adjusting the angle / depth of the headrest

• Loosen the release handle (1, 2 or 3).

• Move the headrest to the desired position.

• Tighten the release handle.

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9.7.1.2 Adjusting the height of the headrest

• Loosen the clamping screw (1).

• Move the headrest to the desired height.

• Tighten the clamping screw.

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9.7.2 The armrests / setting the angle

Pre-requisites:

• 13 mm open-ended spanner

The adjusting screw for adjusting the angle of the armrest
is to be found at the rear end of the armrest (A).

• Loosen the counternut (1) using the open-ended
spanner.

• Adjust the limit stop/angle of the armrest by turning the
adjusting screws (2).

• Tighten the counternut.

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9.7.3 The backrest

9.7.3.1 Adjusting the height of the sliding handles (option)

• Loosen the hand wheel (1 or 2).

• Move the sliding handle to the desired position.

• Tighten the hand wheel.

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9.7.3.2 Adjusting the angle of the backrest electrically

As an option the backrest can be adjusted via an electric actuator. Please see chapter "Operating
the electric adjustment options" on page 46.

9.7.3.3 Adjusting the angle of the backrest manually

• Loosen the hand wheel (1).

• Move the backrest into the desired position.

• Tighten the hand wheel.

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9.7.4 The legrest of the child seat

9.7.4.1 Setting the angle of the footrest

Pre-requisites:

• 5 mm Allen key

• Loosen the Allen screws at both ends of the footrest

(1) (only one side is shown in the illustration).

• Move the footrest to the desired position.

• Re-tighten the screws.

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9.7.4.2 Swivelling the footrest upward / removing the legrest

In order to simplify getting into the vehicle and alighting, the footrest can be swivelled upward. The
footrest must also be swivelled upward so that the width of the legrest can be adjusted or the
legrest dismantled.

Pre-requisites:

• 5 mm Allen key

• Loosen the Allen screw (1) on the left end of the

footrest.

• Open the belt with Velcro® fastener (2).

• Swivel the footrest upward.

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• Press the release button (1) and swivel the legrest
outward.

• Remove the legrest in an upward direction.

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9.7.4.3 Adjusting the width of the legrest

Pre-requisites:

• Flat screwdriver

• 5 mm Allen key

• 3 mm Allen key

• 13 mm open-ended spanner

• Swivel the footrest upward and dismantle the

legrest (see section "Swivelling the footrest
upward / " on page 75).

• The footrest has a non-slip rubber mat that is
fastened at the corners by means of four plastic
studs (1). The screws for adjusting the width of the
footrest are to be found underneath the rubber mat.

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• Remove the plastic studs carefully using a flat
screwdriver.

• Remove the rubber mat.

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• Remove the screws (1) using the 3 mm Allen key.

• Adjust the footrest bracket (2) to the desired width.

• Re-position and tighten the screws.

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• If the width of the footrest has been altered, the
width of the legrest brackets (1) on the wheelchair
frame must be adapted appropriately.

• Loosen the four screws (2) using the 13 mm open­ended spanner.

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• Swivel the footrest slightly upward so that the
legrest halves can be turned inward without
colliding.

• Hang the legrest halves on the left and right and
turn inward until the locking mechanisms on both
sides lock in place.

• Swivel the footrest downward. The footrest locking
mechanism must fit exactly (1). For this adapt the
width of the legrest brackets (2).

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• Tighten the screw (1).

• Re-close the belt with the Velcro® fastener (2) .

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9.7.4.4 Adjusting the length of the legrest

Pre-requisites:

• 5 mm Allen key

• Loosen the screw (1).

• Adjust the lower leg length.

• Tighten the screw.

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9.7.4.5 Adjusting the angle of the legrest

Pre-requisites:

• 6 mm Allen key

• Metal pin 3 mm ∅, approx. 10 cm long

• Hammer

• Loosen the screw (1).

• Insert the metal pin into the hole (2) and knock

lightly with the hammer in order to loosen the
halves of the plastic jacket.

• Adjust the angle.

• Tighten the screw.

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10 Adjusting footrests and legrests

10.1 Centre-mounted legrests

10.1.1 Electric legrest

The electric legrest is operated via the remote. Please see chapter "Operating the electric
adjustment options" on page 46.

The electric legrest can be lowered completely to assist getting out of the wheelchair. To do so,
move your seat into the correct position by lowering the lifter or by means of a negative seat angle
(tilted slightly to the front).

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10.1.1.1 Lowering the electric legrest completely to assist getting out of the wheelchair

Warning! Misuse may destroy the legrest.

• Please read and carefully follow the instructions below.

Getting in/out of the wheelchair

• Set the lifter and tilt to a comfortable position.

• Put your feet on the footplate and pull the

lever (1). The footplates will move smoothly
down to the floor.

• Now you can get in/out of the wheelchair.

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Lifting up the footplates

• You are sitting in the wheelchair.

• Put your feet beside the footplates.

• Pull the lever (1). The footplates rise up

automatically.

• Let go the lever (1) and put your feet on the
footplates.

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Warning! Danger of damage to the legrest!

• Always make sure that the footplates are fully raised to the uppermost position before
adjusting the angle of the legrest!

• Disregarding this advice will cause damage to your legrest.

Adjusting the legrest

• Now you can adjust the angle of the legrest.

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10.1.2 Adjustable legrest

10.1.2.1 Adjusting the angle

Prerequisites:

• 1x 10 mm open-ended spanner

• Use the open-ended spanner to loosen the counternut

(1).

• Move the legrest to the desired position by turning the
spindle (2).

• Tighten the counternut.

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10.1.2.2 Adjusting the length of the legrest

Prerequisites:

• 1x 5 mm socket head spanner

• Use the socket head spanner to loosen the fastening

screws (1).

• Slide the foot support to the desired height.

• Tighten the fastening screws.

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10.1.2.3 Adjusting the calf plate to the calf width of the user

The calf plate of the legrest can be adapted to the user’s calf width by bending apart or together.

• Bending the calf plate to the desired width.

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10.1.2.4 Adjusting the angle of the foot plate

Prerequisites:

• 1x 5 mm socket head spanner

• Fold up the foot plates in order to access the adjusting

screws.

• Use the socket head spanner to adjust the adjusting
screws (1).

• Fold the foot plate down again.

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10.2 Laterally mounted legrests

10.2.1 Standard footrest with pre-set angle

10.2.1.1 Swivelling the footrest outward and/or removing

The small unlocking button is located on the upper section of the footrest. When the footrest is
unlocked, it can be swivelled inward or outward when getting into the wheelchair as well as being
removed completely.

• Press the unlocking button (1) and swivel the footrest
outward.

• Remove the footrest in an upward direction.

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10.2.1.2 Setting the angle

PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests.

• Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the
steering wheels contact the ground!

Pre-requisites:

• 1x 6 mm Allen key

• Loosen the screw (1) using the Allen key.

• If the footrest cannot be moved after loosening the screw,

position a metal pin in the designated borehole (2) and use
a hammer to knock on this lightly. The clamping mechanism
in the interior of the footrest will be released by this. Repeat
the procedure from the other side of the footrest if
necessary.

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• Loosen the screw (1) using the Allen key.

• Set the desired angle.

• Re-tighten the screw.

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10.2.1.3 Setting the end stop of the footrest

Pre-requisites:

• 1x 6 mm Allen key

• 1x 10 mm open-ended spanner

The end position of the footrest is determined by means of a
rubber stop (1).

The rubber stop can be screwed in or out (A) or pushed up or
down (B).

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• Use the Allen key to loosen the screw (1) and swivel the
footrest upward in order to access the rubber stop.

• Use the open-ended spanner to loosen the counternut (1).

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• Move the rubber stop to the desired position

• Re-tighten the counternut

• Move the footrest to the desired position.

• Re-tighten the screw.

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10.2.1.4 Adjusting the length of the footrest

PLEASE NOTE: Danger of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests.

• Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that neither the legrests nor the
steering wheels contact the ground!

Pre-requisites:

• 1x 5 mm Allen key

• Use the spanner to loosen the screw (1).

• Adjust to the desired length.

• Re-tighten the screw.

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10.2.2 Manually height adjustable legrest 90° - 0°

10.2.2.1 Swivelling the legrest outward and/or removing

The small unlocking button is located on the upper section of the legrest. When the legrest is
unlocked, it can be swivelled inward or outward when getting into wheelchair as well as being
removed completely.

• Press the unlocking button (1) and swivel the legrest
outward.

• Remove the legrest in an upward direction.