Invacare Variance Plus manual

Inv acare ® V ariance Plus User adjustment manual[...]

1 Introduction Thank-you for purchasing a wheelchair from Invacare. This model offers you all the advantages and characteristics of a product that has been designed especially to meet your particular requirements. Great care has been taken with this wheelchair throughout the whole of its manufacturing process. The components have been selected for [...]

1 Note The information set out in this manual may be modified without prior notice. This manual contents copyright information. All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be photocopied or reproduced without prior written agreement from your local INV ACARE office, see back page for addresses. The wheelchair user As a wheelchair manufact[...]

2 3 Index 1. Safety and operating limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/10 1.1 Reaching for an object from a wheelchair . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.2 T ransferring sideways to other seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 1.3 T ilting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 1.4 T ilting, kerbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

2 3 1 - Safety and operating limits Stability and equilibrium T o ensure that the wheelchair remains stable and is manipulated correctly , you must always maintain good equilibrium. Y our wheelchair has been designed to remain stable for normal everyday use. Nearly everything you do from the wheelchair will have an effect on the centre of gravity .[...]

4 5 1.1 - Reaching for an object from a wheelchair ( Figure 2 ) The limitations on reaching out from a wheelchair shown on the following diagrams have been produced using a representative sample of wheelchair users: 91 men and 36 women. Note the dif ference between maximum stretch and reaching out in normal sitting position. Only the arms should ex[...]

4 5 Leaning forwards Position the swivelling castors as far forward as possible ( Figure 5 ) and lock the manual brakes. Do not lean out beyond the armest. ( Figure 6 ) T o support yourself and lean over T o reach towards an object, you support yourself and lean over , it is important to use the swivelling castors as a tool for maintaining stabilit[...]

6 7 1.2 - T ransferring sideways to other seats ( Figure 9 )  This may be done without assistance provided that you are sufficiently mobile and have a strong enough torso.  Position the wheelchair as close as possible to the seat to which you wish to move with the swivelling castors pointing towards it. Lock the wheels. Move the weight of you[...]

6 7 Lean your body forwards while holding the two armrests and lifting yourself to standing position. Then move to the place where you wish to sit, taking your weight on your arms and hands. ( Figure 10 ) W ARNING Never stand up on the foot rests when you are getting in or out of the wheelchair . ( Figure 1 1 ) 1.3 - Tilting (balancing on the rear [...]

8 9 1.4 - Tilting, kerbs METHOD 1 - ( Figure 12 ) The helper should tilt the wheelchair until the swivelling castors have passed over the kerb. Move the wheelchair forwards and lower the swivelling castors onto the pavement. Push the wheelchair until the rear wheels mount and pass the kerb. METHOD 2 - ( Figure 13 ) The helper should stand on the pa[...]

8 9 METHOD 3 - ( Figure 14 ) Kerbs, steps, platforms. As a general rule, if you are using the wheelchair without assistance, do not try to negotiate obstacles more than 30 mm high, unless your wheelchair is fitted with anti-tip wheels which minimise the risk of tipping up backwards. 1.5 - Stairs We recommend that you take very great care when takin[...]

10 1 1 1.6 - Slopes ( operating limits ) Slopes Do not attempt to go up or down slopes greater than 9%. Beyond this limit the wheelchair might fall over if your turn or move sideways. ( Figure 16 ) Upward slopes Lean the upper part of the body forward and push the chair forward with short quick thrusts on the handrims to maintain speed and control [...]

10 1 1 2 - Use your wheelchair 2.1 - Folding and unfolding the wheelchair T o unfold : ( Figure 20 ) 1. Unfold the wheelchair by taking hold of the armrest or the side of the chair nearest to you, tip the chair sideways (lifting the rear wheel and the swivelling castor from the ground) and press on the tube supporting the seat upholstery until it i[...]

12 13 2.2 - Propelling the wheelchair T h e w h e e l s o f y o u r w h e e l c h a i r a r e f i t t e d w i t h h a n d r i m s . T h e s e s h o u l d b e a d j u s t e d s o t h a t y o u c a n g e t a g o o d g r i p w i t h y o u r h a n d s . V a r i o u s a c c e s s o r i e s m a y b e f i t t e d t o i m p r o v e t h e g r i p ( p l a s [...]

12 13 Checks to be made 1. General the wheelchair unfolds and folds easily   the wheelchair moves in a straight line (no resistance or drag)   2. Manual brakes the manual brakes do not touch the tyres when moving   the manual brakes are easy to operate   the joints are not worn and do not show signs of play   3. Cross [...]

14 15 4 - T ransport T ransporting the wheelchair Systems for anchoring the wheelchair in automobiles W ARNING Invacare wheelchairs are capable of being transported in vehicles with or without the occupant. We recommend securing it with a 4 point restraint system - two at the front, two at the rear . Select suitable fixing points on the chassis of [...]

14 15 Limitation of liability This warranty does not extend to the consequential costs resulting from fault clearance, in particular freight and travel costs, loss of earnings, expenses, etc. Invacare shall not be liable for : - natural wear and tear - inappropriate or incorrect use - defective assembly or setting-up by the purchaser or third parti[...]

16 17 7. Introduction Y our wheelchair is part of an extensive product range. Each wheelchair is specifically adapted to your requirements, this handbook will explain all the possible adjustments for this product range. 7.1 General description Y our wheelchair comprises of several main items whose names will be used throughout this handbook. Please[...]

16 17 Backrest fabric Rear wheels Rear wheel axle Handrim Folding frame Manual brakes Front wheel ( casters ) Liftup footplates Swingin, swingout footrest Seat fabric Armrest Direction tube Arm support Backrest 8 Adjustments 8.1 Seat elements 8.1.1 Different types of backrests Fixed-height backrest : 40 or 51 cm (Photo 1) - Comprises of two tubes w[...]

18 19 Backrest folding at mid-height (Photos 2 and 3) - Comprises of two tubes with handles either straight or bent at 10° and upholstery in which tension cannot be adjusted. Folding enables one to reduce the height of the backrest for easier transport. This folding operation can be carried out by the wheelchair user . - Use : In order to fold the[...]

18 19 8.1.2 Different types of seat Standard seat (Photo 5) - Y our wheelchair is equiped with a standard seat with vinyl or nylon upholstery . - No adjustment on this seat. Check that fixation screw A is located correctly , preventing the user to be injured. T oilet seat (Photo 6) - U se : A qu a li f ie d me di ca l or p ar a me d i c p er s on n[...]

20 21 Be careful not to pinch your fingers when removing, replacing, swinging away or adjusting any armrest. Swingaway full length, removable armrest - The full length armrest is comprised of tube supporting front locking and long armpad. - No adjustment on this armrest. Swingaway , adjustable height, removable armrests (Photo 9) - Adjustable heigh[...]

20 21 Remember that in order to preserve the interchangeability of wheels on wheelchairs fitted with quick release wheels, both tyres must be inflated to the same pressure. Whenever a tyre is flat, it may be necessary to remove the tyre from its rim. (photo 10) Force the air out the the inner tube by pressing valve A. Stretch the outer case on the [...]

22 23 8.4 Forks and Front wheels - The front castors either have a diameter of 8’’ x 1.3/8’’ (200 mm x 32 mm) or 8 ‘’ x 2’’ (200 mm x 50 mm) or 6’’ x 1.3/8’’ (150 mm x 32 mm) can be fitted with pneumatic or solid tyres. - Adjustment : Only the pneumatic tyre may require pressure verification. The pressure is shown on the sid[...]

22 23 8.6 Footrests (Photos 14 and 15) - Use : The footrests have thepossibility to be swung to the exterior and to the interior of the chair . T o take off the footrests, you simply pull them upwards. T o replace the footrests gently place the tube A into the support B and aling the footrests with the frame so that they lock into place. W arning :[...]

24 25 There are 2 types of footplates, fixed or adjustable, for both the footplates can be lifted / swung up to help the ease of a frontal transfert. - Height adjustment : Loosen the knob C, slide the footplate up or down until you have the correct height, retighten knob C making shure that knob enters correctly one of the holes found in the suppor[...]

24 25 - Use : The hub brakes can be used to slow down the chair by using the handle A and can be locked by using the ratchet B. - Adjustment : Turn screw C to increase or decrease the braking force. 8.12 Rear anti tippers (Photo 26) The anti-tip castors are intented to keep you from tipping backwards. T ipping may result from an inapropriate positi[...]

26 27 advisor . For locking buckle, put A into B. T o open it press C. - Adjustment : Buckle security belt is adjustable using the strap and part D. W arning : Do not allows the belt to get caught in any of the wheels. 8.14 T rays Swing away tray (Photo 29) The tray can be fixed on the pads of armrest . This should be done by distributor . - Use : [...]

26 27 The back brace helps you to keep the backrest upholste- ry tight to offer the maximum back support to the user . Note : When the back brace is in place the chair cannot be folded. Use : T o detach the back brace, loosen knob A, lift up the back brace, gently pull it towards you and lower it below the push handles. T o attach the back brace pu[...]

28 29 9. T echnical data 9.1 Wheelchair data Max. user weight: 120 kg Seat width : 38 / 41 / 43 / 46 / 50 cm Seat depth : 44 cm Seat height : 48 cm Rear wheels : 610 mm (24") pneumatic or 315 mm MCP tyres Front wheels : 200 mm (8") x 25 mm, solid rubber Parking brake : Adjustable at tubular rod assembly Seat backrest : Rigid, folding and [...]

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