Invacare TRx Power Positioning System User Manual

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(Please complete this information for your records

and for reference during any warranty claims.)

Motion Concepts

Serial Number:

(Serial Number is located on the underside of the TRx seat frame)

Dealer: _______________________________ Address: _____________________________ Phone #: _____________________________ Purchase Date: _______________________ Power Base (Model): ___________________

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Congratulations on your decision to purchase a Motion Concepts TRx system. Our goal at Motion Concepts is to provide you with the best possible power positioning system. Our close work with many health care professionals has given us an understanding of the challenges that you may confront, and has enabled us to design systems that will help to meet your individual positioning needs. We are confident that you will be delighted with your new positioning system and as you grow or your needs change, your new TRx system will be able to grow and change with you.

If you have any questions or comments, please contact us by calling Motion Concepts USAtoll free at 1-888-433-6818 or Motion Concepts Canada at 1-866-748-7943. The more we are able to understand your needs, the better we will be able to meet them.

*Important*

This owner’s manual applies specifically to your TRx Power Positioning System. It is important that you read and understand its contents. It is also very important that you read and understand the owner’s manual provided with your power base.

Safety Symbols:

Using your TRx Power Positioning System safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings, cautions and information provided in this Owner’s Manual. Setting up and operating the system safely also depends on your own good judgement and common sense, as well as that of your provider, caregiver and/or health professional.

The symbols below are used throughout this manual to identify warnings, cautions and important notes. It is very important for you to read and understand them completely.

CAUTION! Failure to heed the cautions in this Owner’s Manual may result in damage to your

TRx Power Positioning System.

WARNING! Failure to heed the warnings in this owner ’s manual may result in personal injury. Important! Important information to remember when operating your TRx system

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Table of Contents

--- Safety Symbols ..................................................................................... 2

1.0 Introduction ........................................................................................... 4

2.0 Important Information about your TRx System .................................. 5

Stability ............................................................................................................................. 5

Batteries ............................................................................................................................ 6

Weight Capacity .............................................................................................................. 6

Hardware .......................................................................................................................... 7

3.0 Safety Precautions ............................................................................... 8

4.0 Motor Vehicle Transportation .............................................................. 8

5.0 Power Positioning Functions .............................................................. 9

6.0 TRx Switches ........................................................................................ 10

Normal Mode vs. Auto-Reversing Mode ......................................................................... 10

TRx Switch Types ........................................................................................................... 11

7.0 Using the Power Base Joysticks: ........................................................ 12

7.1 Quickie Q-tronix Joystick ......................................................................................... 12

7.2 Pride Remote Plus Joystick ................................................................................... 13

7.3 Invacare MKIV AJoystick ...................................................................................... 14

7.4 Invacare MKV- DPJ Joystick .................................................................................. 15

7.5 Invacare MKV- MPJ Joystick ................................................................................. 16

8.0 Safety Lockout and Limit Switches ................................................... 17

9.0 General Maintenance & Safety ........................................................... 18

Maintenance Schedule ................................................................................................... 18

Safety Inspection Checklist ............................................................................................ 18

Lubrication ...................................................................................................................... 19

Battery Charging ............................................................................................................. 19

Battery Testing ................................................................................................................20

10.0 Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................ 21

11.0 Electro-Magnetic Interference ............................................................ 22

12.0 Disclaimer and Warranty Information ................................................ 24

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About Concepts

Motion Concepts is a Toronto based company that designs and manufactures the TRx line of Power Positioning Systems. These systems were developed to provide effective positioning and pressure reduction for a wide range of disabilities. The modular design incorporates Center of Gravity T ilt, Power Recline, Extended Shear Reduction, Power Elevating Seats, Power Legrests, Auxiliary Vent and Power Systems. These systems have been designed to easily install on most types of power bases.

Our Mission at Concepts

At Motion Concepts we recognize the importance of independence and function. We are a dynamic team dedicated to service, manufacturing, and design excellence. We understand unique seating and positioning needs and continuously strive to enhance our clients’ quality of life.

Do you have a question, comment, or suggestion? Please send us an e-mail or write to us. Whether it pertains to information contained in this Owners Manual or if it relates to the safety and reliability of your TRx Power Positioning System, we want your feedback!

Visit our website at www.motionconcepts.com and stay in tune with what’s new at Motion Concepts.

info@motionconcepts.com techsupport@motionconcepts.com

Attn: Customer Service 84 Citation Drive Concord, Ontario Canada, L4K 3C1

Attn: Customer Service 700 Ensminger Rd. Suite 112 Tonowanda, New York USA, 14150

1.0 Introduction

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Important: Do not ignore unanswered questions. You have the right to understand the product and all aspects of its operation. If necessary, please contact Motion

Concepts for information regarding any questions or concerns expressed.

Motion Concepts Power Positioning Systems are designed to accommodate a wide range of user needs. Only the dealer and the health care professional can ensure that the system meets your individual requirements. It is the dealer’s responsibility to ensure that the wheelchair and the power positioning system are set up properly and safely for your specific needs.

ABILITY

By changing your seating position (tilting, reclining, or elevating), you are changing the stability characteristics of the wheelchair. It is very important that the system is set up so that it is stable in all seating positions. When evaluating stability, remember the following:

Most TRx systems can be mounted onto the powerbase in various forward and aft positions. Make certain that the position selected provides you with maximum stability over the full range of seating positions.

Consider all personal gear and accessories (backpacks, vent systems, extra batteries, etc..) that will be carried on the wheelchair. For example, a loaded backpack, attached to the back of the seating system, can significantly reduce the rearward stability of your wheelchair.

Consider the backrest being used. For example, a recessed back can shift your center of gravity back and significantly reduce the rearward stability of the wheelchair . Conversely, a thick back cushion will shift you forward and reduce the wheelchairs forward stability.

If using a back other than Motion Concepts, check with manufacturer to ensure it is suitable for power positioning system applications.

Consider the seat cushion being used. Athick seat cushion will raise your center of gravity and reduce the wheelchairs stability in all directions.

All TRx systems are equipped with drive lockouts. Make sure this is set so as not to compromise your stability while driving.

All power-bases have programmable controllers which allow adjustment of the maximum acceleration and deceleration of the wheelchair. Make sure that these are set to an appropriate level for the system and for you, the user.

Ensure all medical conditions are considered when setting up your wheelchair. Involunt ary muscle movement such as spasms may affect the stability of the wheelchair, especially when the seating system is in a tilted or reclined position.

When a system is fully tilted or reclined, the front wheels of the powerbase should never come off the ground. If this occurs, please contact the Motion Concepts Technical Service Department immediately to resolve the issue.

The most important link in the delivery chain is you, the end user. You must be satisfied with the product in terms of function, safety and aesthetics. No sale is complete until you have received thorough training in all aspects of the care and use of the system.

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WEIGHT CAP

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Several factors must be considered when determining the Total User Weight and the Wheelchair Weight Capacity. To obtain the weight capacity data from the base manufacturer, please refer to your Powerbase Owners Manual. Please refer to the Weight Capacity Calculator outlined below in order to calculate the total user weight and the wheelchair weight capacity.

WARNING! The total user weight should never

exceed the wheelchair weight capacity or the

power positioning system (PPS) weight capacity.

ii) Power Positioning System (PPS) Weight Capacity

The weight capacity of the power positioning system can be obtained from Motion Concepts by contacting our Customer Service department. Insert the specified PPS Weight Capacity into the Weight Capacity Calculator (p.7) in order to verify that the Total User Weight does not exceed the PPS Weight Capacity.

i) Power Positioning System (PPS) Weight

The weight of a specific power positioning system can be obtained from Motion Concepts by contacting our Customer Service department*. Insert the PPS Weight into the Weight Capacity Calculator (p.7) to verify that the Total User Weight does not exceed the calculated Wheelchair Weight Capacity.

*Note: If a suitable weight scale is available at the Dealer facility, the PPS Weight can be readily determined by simply weighing the TRx Seating System prior to installation.

BBAATTERIES

TTERIES

DO NOT use the CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR on a JOYSTICK DISPLAY to determine the existing battery charge. The joystick display indicates SURFACE VOLTAGE only, and may not be the true charge.

(This can be likened to charging a cell phone; if placed on its charger for a brief time, a cell phone display will often indicate that the batteries are fully charged, however the cell phone quickly goes dead once it is used).

Heavily depleted batteries require more time to recharge. Insufficient charge time may result in the supply of LOW VOLTAGE BATTERY OUTPUT to the electronics of the power positioning system. Low voltage output can pro- duce LONGER DUTY -CYCLES and OVERHEATING, which will REDUCE THE LIFE-CYCLE of these electronics.

Important Infor mation on Batter y Char ging:

WARNING! For detailed information on the charging, handling and care of your powerbase batter-

ies, please be certain to read and carefully follow the instructions provided by the powerbase manufacturer and the battery charger manufacturer.

RECOMMENDED CHARGING PROCEDURES: Normal Char ging: Allow eight (8) HOURS for normal charging.

(Note: to prolong the life of a battery

frequent charging is recommended, rather than only charging when necessary).

Heavily Depleted Batteries: Severly discharged batteries may require in excess of sixteen (16) HOURS to be properly charged and equalized.

(Note: be certain to understand the charge status indicators on

the battery charger- refer to the charger manual).

Note: Smaller ON-BOARD CHARGERS are NOT SUFFICIENT to recharge rehab-style power products. Batteries that require more frequent charging or take longer to charge than normal, may need to be replaced.

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Important: If you have any concerns or questions regarding weight capacities, or if the total

User Weight is determined to be greater than the Wheelchair and/or PPS Weight Capacity, please contact our Technical Service Department immediately

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Should you require any replacement hardware for your TRx seating system, please contact our Customer Service Department for assistance.

iii) Weight Capacity Calculator

Calculating Wheelchair Weight Capacity:

Weight capacity of base manufacturer’s wheelchair

(see Powerbase Owners Manual) ________

Weight of the original wheelchair seat that is being replaced + ________ (if the original wheelchair seat is being re-installed, enter zero)

Weight of the TRx Power Positioning System

(refer to p.6, i. PPS Weight) - ________

Weight of auxiliary equipment (cushions, headrest, vent, vent battery, etc) - ________

Wheelchair Weight Capacity = ________

PPS Weight Capacity:

(refer to p.6, ii. PPS Weight Capacity) = ________

Calculating User Weight:

Weight of user (incl. clothing, footwear, jacket, etc) ________ Maximum Weight of personal gear (knapsack and contents, books, etc) + ________

Total User Weight = ________

must be less than and must be less than

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WARNING!: All hardware used by Motion Concepts in the manufacture of our TRx Power Positioning

Systems, as well as the hardware supplied to complete the installation of our seating systems, is high strength. Do not substitute hardware. Use only the hardware supplied with the seating system.

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POWERBASEPPS

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