Invacare At'm manual

Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair. USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com At’m[...]

At’m 2 Part No. 112 5035  WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. ALSO, A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES IN THE SERVICE MANUAL. WHEELCHAIR USERS: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING (1) THE OWNER’S OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL AND (2)[...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No. 1125035 3 At’m TABLE OF CONTENTS REGISTER YOUR PR ODUCT................................................................ 6 SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 9 LABEL LOCATION .......................................................................... 10 TYPICAL P[...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS At’m 4 Part No. 112 5035 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION ........................................... 24 Operating the Wheelchair ................................................................... .................................... ...............24 Turning the Power On/Off ......................... ........[...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No. 1125035 5 At’m TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 10—WHEELS AN D CASTERS .............................................. 40 Replacing Front Casters .......................... ............................................. .................. ............... ..................40 Adjusting Forks .............. .....................[...]

At’m 6 Part No. 112 5035 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT The benefits of registering: 1. Safeguard your investment. 2. Ensure long term maintenance and servicing of your purchase. 3. Receive updates with produc t information, maintenance tips, and industry news. 4. Invacare can contact you or your provider, if servicing is needed on your product. 5. It wil[...]

Name _______________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________ City ___________________ State/Province __________ Zip/Postal Code ________ Email ___________________________________ Phone No. _________________ Invacare Model No. ______________________ Serial No. ____________[...]

Fold here Fold here Cut Along Line Invacare Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing[...]

SPECIAL NOTES Part No. 1125035 9 At’m SPECIAL NOTES W ARNING/CAUTION notices as used in th is manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in pers onal injury or property damage. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelc hairs, Invacare ende[...]

LABEL LOCATION At’m 10 Part No. 112 5035 LABEL LOCATION NOTE: Wa rning label 1 125068 is also located on the opposite side NOTE: Warning label 1 125069 is also located on the opposite side[...]

TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Part No. 1125035 11 At’m TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS *NOTE: Range will vary with battery conditions, surface, terrain, and operating weight. PARAMETERS At’m SEAT WIDTH: 16, 18 inches SEAT DEPTH: 14, 16 inches BACK HEIGHT: 18, 21 inches SEAT-TO-FLOOR: 20 inches OVERALL WIDTH (EXC LUDING JOYSTICK): 25.5 inches OVERALL HE[...]

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES At’m 12 Part No. 112 5035 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES  WARNING SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELIN ES contai ns important inform ation for the safe operation and use of this product. DO NOT use this prod uct or any available optional equipment without first comple tely reading and understanding these instructions and[...]

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1125035 13 At’m After the wheelchair has been se t-up, check to make sure that the wheelchair performs to the specifications entered du ring the set-up procedure. If the wheelchair does NOT perform to specifications, turn the wheelchair Off imme diately and reenter set-up specifications. Repeat this procedu[...]

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES At’m 14 Part No. 112 5035 Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service verify that on/off switch on the joystick is in the off position. A v oid storage or use near external flame or combustible products. ACCESSORIES EXTREME care should be exercised when us ing oxygen in close proximity to electric circu[...]

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1125035 15 At’m GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT , under any circumstance s, cut or re move the roun d grounding prong from any plug used with or for Inv acare products. Some devices are equi pped with three-prong (grounding) plugs for protection against po ssible shock hazards and fire. Where a two- prong w a[...]

SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION At’m 16 Part No. 112 5035 SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION  WARNING CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INF ORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE E FFECTS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED WHEELCHAIR. Electromagnetic Interference (E MI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motori zed scoot[...]

SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION Part No. 1125035 17 At’m  WARNING Powered Wheelchair Electrom agnetic Interference (EMI) Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fi elds from hand-hel d radio wave sources (transceivers) are of special concern. It is possible to unintentionally [...]

SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS At’m 18 Part No. 112 5035 SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS “Safety and Handling” of the wheelchair requir es the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques invo lved in the sa fe operation and maintenance[...]

SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No. 1125035 19 At’m A NOTE TO WHEELCHAIR ASSISTANTS  WARNING DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts. Lift- ing by means of removable (detachable) part s of the wheelchair ma y result in injury to the user and/ or damage to the wheelchair. When assistance to the [...]

SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS At’m 20 Part No. 112 5035 PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION  WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach object s if you have to move fo rward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reac hing down between your knees. Proper positioning is essent ial for your safety. When re aching, leaning, bending or bend[...]

SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No. 1125035 21 At’m SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/ TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Every six (6) months or as necessary take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will r e veal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheel chair[...]

SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING At’m 22 Part No. 112 5035 INSPECT/ADJUST WEEKLY ❑ Check pneumatic tires for proper inflation. ❑ Ensure all caster/wheel/fork/he adtube fasteners are secure. ❑ Inspect tires for fl at spots and wear . INSPECT/ADJUST MONTHLY ❑ Ensure no excessive side mov ement or bi nding occurs when drive whee[...]

SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No. 1125035 23 At’m TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE NOTE: For additional troublesh ooting information and explanation of err or codes, r efer to the Electronics Manual supplie d with each wheelch air . SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS Erratic performance of wheelchair (driving uphill, increase in braking d[...]

SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION At’m 24 Part No. 112 5035 SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repa ir or service and BEF ORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightene d securely - otherwise inju ry or damage may result. DO NOT USE YOUR WHEELCHAIR UN LESS IT HAS THE PROPER TIRE PRESSURE (P.S.I.) - OTHE[...]

SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION Part No. 1125035 25 At’m The joystick has proporti onal drive control, meaning that th e further it is pushed from the upright (neutral) position, the faster the wheelchair moves. The maximum speed, howev er , is limited by the setting of the speed-control knob. T o slow the wheelchair to a stop, simply release th[...]

SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION At’m 26 Part No. 112 5035 JOYSTICK SWITCHES AND INDICATORS NOTE: For the following inform ation, r efer to FIGURE 5.1. ON/OFF BUTTON This button is located on the joystick housing. SPEED CONTROL KNOB The speed control knob is locate d on the back of the joystick housing. This rotary knob is used for controlling th[...]

SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION Part No. 1125035 27 At’m DISPLAY DESCRIPTION DEFINITION COMMENTS All LEDs are off. Power is Off. All LEDs are on. Power is On. Fewer than three (3) LEDs on implies reduced battery charge. Left RED LED is flashing. Battery charge is low. The batteries should be charged as soon as possi- ble. Left to Right “chase?[...]

SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION At’m 28 Part No. 112 5035 MULTI FUNCTION CHARGER PORT  WARNING Set-up/programming of the Electronic Control Unit is to be performed only by a qualified technician. The final adjust- ments of the controller may affect other activities of the wheelchair. Damage to the equipment could occur under these circumstanc[...]

SECTION 6—SEAT Part No. 1125035 29 At’m SECTION 6—SEAT  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repa ir or service and BEF ORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightene d securely - otherwise inju ry or damage may result. Before performing any maintenance, adju stment or service verify that On/Off switch on the joystick is in the Off p[...]

SECTION 6—SEAT At’m 30 Part No. 112 5035 FIGURE 6.1 - REMOVING /INSTALLING THE SEAT DETAIL “A” - SEAT TILTED BACK DETAIL “B” - SEAT REMOVED DETAIL “C” - FOLDING SEAT Fold Seat Front Latch Release Loop Rear Latch Release Cord Seat Assembly Seat Assembly Seat Base Seat Base[...]

SECTION 6—SEAT Part No. 1125035 31 At’m REPLACING SEAT POSITIONING STRAP  WARNING ALWAYS wear your se at positioning strap. The seat positioning strap is a positioning be lt ONLY. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding hi gh stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs of wear appear , belt MUST be replace[...]

SECTION 7—JOYSTICK At’m 32 Part No. 112 5035 SECTION 7—JOYSTICK  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repa ir or service and BEF ORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightene d securely - otherwise inju ry or damage may result. Before performing any maintenance, adju stment or service verify that On/Off switch on the joystick is in [...]

SECTION 7—JOYSTICK Part No. 1125035 33 At’m REPOSITIONING THE JOYSTICK NOTE: For this procedur e, r efer to FIGURE 7.2. 1. Disconnect the joystick. Refer to Disconnecting/Connec ting the Joystick on page 32. 2. Cut the tie-wraps that secure the joystick cable to the wheelchair arm and frame. Refer to Detail “ A” of FIGURE 7.2. 3. Pull the h[...]

SECTION 8—BATTERIES At’m 34 Part No. 112 5035 SECTION 8—BATTERIES WARNINGS FOR HANDLING AND REPLACING BATTERIES  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repa ir or service and BEF ORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightene d securely - otherwise inju ry or damage may result. Make sure power to the wheelchair is off before performing[...]

SECTION 8—BATTERIES Part No. 1125035 35 At’m REMOVING/INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK  WARNING Never unplug the batte ry cables by pulling on the wi res. Unplug the battery cables by pulling on the connector ONLY. Othe rwise injury or da mage may result. NOTE: For this procedur e, r efer to FIGURE 8.2. NOTE: If there is battery acid in the botto[...]

SECTION 8—BATTERIES At’m 36 Part No. 112 5035 REMOVING/INSTALLING THE BATTERIES FROM/ INTO THE BATTERY PACK NOTE: For this procedur e, r efer to FIGURE 8.3. REMOVING 1. Remov e the battery pack from the wheel chair . Refer to Removing/Install ing the Battery P ack on page 35. 2. Open the battery pack by performing the following - A. Grasp the s[...]

SECTION 8—BATTERIES Part No. 1125035 37 At’m FIGURE 8.3 - REMOVING/INSTALLING THE BATTERIES FROM/INTO THE BATTERY PACK CHARGING BATTERIES  WARNING Never attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to the battery terminals. DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and operate th e wheelchair at the same time. DO NOT attempt[...]

SECTION 8—BATTERIES At’m 38 Part No. 112 5035 Basic concepts which will help you understand this automatic process are: The amount of el ectric al current drawn within a given ti me to charge a battery is called “charge rate”. If, due to usage, the charge stor ed in the battery is low , the charge rate is high. As a charge builds up, the ch[...]

SECTION 9—MOTORS Part No. 1125035 39 At’m SECTION 9—MOTORS  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repa ir or service and BEF ORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightene d securely - otherwise inju ry or damage may result. Before performing any maintenance, adjustme nt or service verify that on/off switch on the joystick is in the o[...]

SECTION 10—WHEELS AND CASTERS At’m 40 Part No. 112 5035 SECTION 10—WHEELS AND CASTERS  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repa ir or service and BEF ORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightene d securely - otherwise inju ry or damage may result. Before performing any maintenance, adjustme nt or service verify that on/off switch [...]

SECTION 10—WHEELS AND CASTERS Part No. 1125035 41 At’m ADJUSTING FORKS NOTE: For this procedur e, r efer to FIGURE 10.2. 1. Remov e the dust cov ers from the caster headtubes. 2. T o pro perly tighten the caster journal sy stem and guard against flutter , perform the following check: A. Remove battery pack from wheelchair . Refer to Removing/In[...]

SECTION 10—WHEELS AND CASTERS At’m 42 Part No. 112 5035 REMOVING/INSTALLING THE DRIVE WHEELS  WARNING Maintain tire pres sure at 30 p.s.i. NOTE: For this procedur e, r efer to FIGURE 10.3. REMOVING 1. Disengage the motors. Refer to Engaging/Disengaging the Motors on page 39. 2. Push and hold the quick-re lease button on the driv e wh eel and[...]

SECTION 11—TRANSPORTING THE WHEELCHAIR Part No. 1125035 43 At’m SECTION 11—TRANSPORTING THE WHEELCHAIR  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may result. The weight of the wheelchair without the us er and batteries is ap proximat[...]

LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANU FACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the or iginal purchaser/user of our products. This warranty gi ves you spec ific legal ri ghts and you may also h ave other legal ri ghts which vary from s tate to st[...]