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.