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Invacare Lynx L-4 manual

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    Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the scooter. USER: BEFORE using this scooter, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4[...]

  • Page 2

    Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 2 Part No. 1143205  WARNING POWERED SCOOTER USERS: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOU T FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THE OWNER’S OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SE RVICE OR[...]

  • Page 3

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No. 1143205 3 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 TABLE OF CONTENTS REGISTER YOUR PRO DUCT ............................................................... 4 SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 7 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS .................................................... 9 L[...]

  • Page 4

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No. 1143205 4 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 8—TILLER ADJUSTMENT ................................................... 34 Adjusting the Tiller Angl e ...................................................................................... ............... ..................34 SECTION 9—WHEELS AN D CASTERS [...]

  • Page 5

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

  • Page 6

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

  • Page 7

    SPECIAL NOTES Part No. 1143205 7 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. Refer to the table below for definitions of the signal words. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT [...]

  • Page 8

    SPECIAL NOTES Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 8 Part No. 1143205  WARNING Scooters should be examined during maintenance for signs of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). Electrical components damaged by corrosion should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Scooters that are used by incon tinent users and/or are frequently exposed to water may require [...]

  • Page 9

    TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Part No. 1143205 9 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS LYNX L-3 LYNX L-4 OVERALL DIM ENSIONS BASE LEN GTH: BASE WIDTH : STEP HEIGHT (Floor Pan to Ground): SEAT HEIGHT (Floor Pan to Seat Cushion): OVERALL HEIGH T 39.8 inches 26 inches 4 inches 14 - 16 inches 36 SEAT DIM ENSIONS WIDTH: DEPTH: BACK HEIGH T: [...]

  • Page 10

    LABEL LOCATIONS Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 10 Part No. 1143205 LABEL LOCATIONS NOTE: L ynx L-3 shown. The labels ar e in the same locations for the L ynx L-4. DO NOT operate the scooter unless the tiller is in the loc ked position. DO NOT lean against or pull f orward on the tiller while mounting or dismounting the scooter. Otherwise, injury may occ[...]

  • Page 11

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1143205 11 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES  WARNING SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product. DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understandin g these in[...]

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    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 12 Part No. 1143205 DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways. DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with water , ice or oil film. A void operating the scooter in dark or poorly lit areas. DO NOT climb and/or go UP or DOWN ramps or traverse slopes greater than 8°. When negotiating [...]

  • Page 13

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No. 1143205 13 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 Determine and establish your particular safe ty limits by practicing bending, reaching and transferring activities in the presenc e of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use of the pow ered scoo ter . For individuals with balance problems, DO NO T[...]

  • Page 14

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 14 Part No. 1143205 Grounding Instructions DO NOT , under any circumstances, cut or re move the round grounding prong from any plug used with or for Inv acare products. Som e devices are equipped with three-prong (grounding) plugs for protection against p ossible shock hazards. Where a two-pr[...]

  • Page 15

    SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION Part No. 1143205 15 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION  WARNING CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT T HAT YOU READ THIS INFOR MATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE E FFECTS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED WHEELCH AIR. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs a[...]

  • Page 16

    SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 16 Part No. 1143205  WARNING Powered Wheelchair Electromagn etic Interference (EMI) Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves close r to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from hand-held radio wave sources (transceivers) are of special concern. It is possible t[...]

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    SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF POWERED SCOOTERS Part No. 1143205 17 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF POWERED SCOOTERS “Safety and Handling” of the powered scoot er requires the close attention of the user . This manual points out the most common pro ce dures and techniques involv ed in the safe operation and maintenance.[...]

  • Page 18

    SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF POWERED SCOOTERS Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 18 Part No. 1143205 Stairways  WARNING DO NOT attempt to move an occupied powered scooter between floors using a stairway. Use an elevator to move an occup ied powered scooter between floors. If moving a powered scooter between floors by means of a stairway, the occupant M[...]

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    SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION Part No. 1143205 19 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION NOTE: Every six months take your power ed scooter to a qualified technician for a thor ough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your power ed scooter . T o operate prope[...]

  • Page 20

    SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 20 Part No. 1143205 ❑ Tighten locknut if the fro nt wheel wobbles noticeably or loosen locknut if the wheel binds to a stop. ❑ Ensure that wheel bearings are clean and free of moisture. ❑ Ensure that the bolts and fasten ers on the caster assemblies are tight. ❑ Inspect tires for flat [...]

  • Page 21

    SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION Part No. 1143205 21 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 Inspect/Adjust Periodically ❑ Ensure that the powered scooter drives straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side). ❑ Check frame for damage and corrosion. ❑ Ensure that the brake release lev er is easy to engage/disengage. ❑ Inspect for no excessive side mov eme[...]

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    SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 22 Part No. 1143205 SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING  WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that a ll attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise, injury or damage may occur. Before performing any maintenance, adjustmen[...]

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    SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Part No. 1143205 23 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 Troubleshooting SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION Limited Driving Dist ance. Battery not charged long enough. Batteries weak, w on’t hold charge. Charge batteries overnight or en sure eight hours of charge between use. Replace batteries. R efer to Removing/ In[...]

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    SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 24 Part No. 1143205 Service Indicator Error Codes NUMBER OF FLASHES PROBLEM SOLUTION 1 Batteries need charging. Recharge the batteries. R efer to Removing/Installing the Battery B ox on page 38. 2 Low battery voltage. Recharge the batteries before us ing. Refer to Charging the Ba[...]

  • Page 25

    SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Part No. 1143205 25 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 Resetting the Circuit Breaker  WARNING NEVER defeat or bypass the circuit breaker. ONLY replace with a circuit breaker of the same rating. NOTE: For this procedur e, r efer to FIGURE 5.1 on page 25. NOTE: Key must be r emoved from igniti on befor e resettin[...]

  • Page 26

    SECTION 6—OPERATION O F THE POWERED SCOOTER Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 26 Part No. 1143205 SECTION 6—OPERATION OF THE POWERED SCOOTER Control Panel NOTE: For the following informati on, r efer to FIGURE 6.1 on page 27. 1. Speed Control Knob - The speed control knob is located on the right side of the control panel. The T urtle icon represents th[...]

  • Page 27

    SECTION 6—OPERATION OF THE POWERED SCOOTER Part No. 1143205 27 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 FIGU RE 6.1 Control Panel Operating the Scooter  WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that a ll attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may result. DO NOT make sharp turns in the for war [...]

  • Page 28

    SECTION 6—OPERATION O F THE POWERED SCOOTER Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 28 Part No. 1143205 7. Adjust speed control knob to the appropriate setting. NOTE: For driving indoors or on uneven terrain, a slower speed is r e comme nded. For soft terrain or steep inclines (no gr eater than 8°), a faster speed may be necessary . 8. Insert the key into the[...]

  • Page 29

    SECTION 6—OPERATION OF THE POWERED SCOOTER Part No. 1143205 29 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 Engaging/Disengaging t he Brake Release Lever  WARNING Ensure that the brake-release lever is in th e engaged position before driving. There should be an audible "click" when stopping and starting the scooter. NOTE: For the following procedur e, [...]

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    SECTION 7—SEAT AND ARMS Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 30 Part No. 1143205 SECTION 7—SEAT AND ARMS  WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that a ll attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may result. Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service, tur n power off a nd r[...]

  • Page 31

    SECTION 7—SEAT AND ARMS Part No. 1143205 31 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 Adjusting Seat Height NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 7.2. 1. Remov e the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 30. 2. Loosen the knob on the fram e tube. 3. Remov e the locking pin that secures the seat post to the frame tube. 4. Align the frame tube m[...]

  • Page 32

    SECTION 7—SEAT AND ARMS Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 32 Part No. 1143205 Adjusting 90° Seat Swivel  WARNING Ensure that seat is locked into the forward position before and during operation of the scooter. Otherwise, injury to the us er and/or damage to the scooter may result. CAUTION Use the seat swivel option with caution w hen acc essories are[...]

  • Page 33

    SECTION 7—SEAT AND ARMS Part No. 1143205 33 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 FIGURE 7.4 Adjusting the Arm Width Replacing Armrest Pads NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 7.5. 1. Remov e the two mounting screws that secure the armrest pad to arm. 2. Remov e the old armrest pad. 3. Install new armrest pad and securely t ighten with existing mounti[...]

  • Page 34

    SECTION 8—TILLER ADJUSTMENT Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 34 Part No. 1143205 SECTION 8—TILLER ADJUSTMENT Adjusting the Tiller Angle  WARNING Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service, tur n power Off and remove key from ignition. Ensure that tiller is properly ad justed before driving the scooter. After making any tiller angle ad[...]

  • Page 35

    SECTION 9—WH EELS AND CASTERS Part No. 1143205 35 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 SECTION 9—WHEELS AND CASTERS  WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that a ll attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may result. Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service, tur n power[...]

  • Page 36

    SECTION 9—WHEELS AND CASTERS Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 36 Part No. 1143205 FIGURE 9.1 Removing/Installi ng the Drive Wheels Removing/Installing the Front Wheel NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 9.2. NOTE: This procedur e applies to the L ynx L-3 only . NOTE: T ake note of position and orientation o f wheel and mounting hard ware befor e [...]

  • Page 37

    SECTION 10—BATTERIES Part No. 1143205 37 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 SECTION 10—BATTERIES  WARNING Before performing any maintenance adju stment or service, turn power off and remove key from ignition. NEVER allow any of your tools and/or batter y cables to contact both battery terminals at the same time. An electrical short may occur and seri[...]

  • Page 38

    SECTION 10—BATTERIES Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 38 Part No. 1143205 NOTE: Charge batteries daily . DO NOT allow batteries to compl etely dischar ge. NOTE: Invacare r ecommends that both batteries be replaced i f one batte ry is defective. FIGURE 10.1 Recommended Battery Type Removing/Installing the Battery Box NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to F[...]

  • Page 39

    SECTION 10—BATTERIES Part No. 1143205 39 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 FIGURE 10.2 Removing/Installing the Battery Box Removing/Installing the Batteries NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 10.3. Removing 1. Remov e the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat on page 30. 2. Remov e the battery box from the scooter . Refer to Removing/Instal[...]

  • Page 40

    SECTION 10—BATTERIES Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 40 Part No. 1143205 Installing 1. Install the tw o new batteries into the battery box. 2. Secure the thermal switch to the s ide of the left battery using tape*. *NOTE: The thermal switch needs to be well secur ed and in dire ct contact with the side of the battery . Service tape is available as a se[...]

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    SECTION 10—BATTERIES Part No. 1143205 41 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 Charging the Batteries  WARNING NEVER attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to the battery terminals o r clamps. DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteri es and operate the powered scooter at the sam e time. Only use the provided charger with this product[...]

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    SECTION 10—BATTERIES Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 42 Part No. 1143205 7. Plug the other end of the battery c harger cable into 110-v olt wall outlet. NOTE: The battery charger lig ht will be YELLOW or RED. 8. Allow the batteries to charge until the charger light turns GREEN. 9. P erform one of the following: • Battery charger light turns GREEN - U[...]

  • Page 43

    SECTION 11—TRANSPORTING Part No. 1143205 43 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 SECTION 11—TRANSPORTING  WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that a ll attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may result. Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service, tur n power off a nd r[...]

  • Page 44

    SECTION 11—TRANSPORTING Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 44 Part No. 1143205 FIGURE 11.1 Transporting the Scooter Seat Post Release Lever DETAIL “C” DETAIL “B” DETAIL “A” Seat Post Rear Frame Assembly Front Frame Assembly Front Fram e Assembly Curved Bracket Rear Frame Assembly Bar Rear Frame Assembly (in Vertical Position) Release Lever Rel[...]

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    SECTION 12— ACCESSORIES Part No. 1143205 45 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 SECTION 12—ACCESSORIES  WARNING After ANY adjustmen ts, repair or serv ice and before use, make su re that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result. Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service, tur n power off a nd r[...]

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    SECTION 12—ACCESSORIES Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 46 Part No. 1143205 Installing/Removing the Crutch/Cane Holder  WARNING The installation of the crutch/cane h older onto the back of the scooter seat signifi- cantly increases the length of the scooter. When turning the scooter o r swiveling the scooter seat, it is imp ortant to take no te of th[...]

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    SECTION 12— ACCESSORIES Part No. 1143205 47 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 Installing/Removing the Safety Flag  WARNING The installation of the safety flag on to the back of the scooter seat significantly increases the length of the scooter. When turning the scooter or swiv eling the scooter seat, it is important to take note of t his increased len[...]

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    SECTION 12—ACCESSORIES Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 48 Part No. 1143205 Installing/Removing the Walker Holder NOTE: For this procedur e, refer to FIGURE 12.4. NOTE: Reverse this pr ocedure to r emove the walker holder . 1. If necessary , loosen but DO NOT remove the mounting knob. 2. Install the w alker hold er into the accessory tube. 3. Thread the[...]

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    SECTION 12— ACCESSORIES Part No. 1143205 49 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 Installing/Removing the Rear Mounted Basket  WARNING The rear mounted basket is rated for a m aximum capacity of ten lbs. After ANY adjustmen ts, repair or serv ice and before use, make su re that all attaching hardware is tightened securely. The installation of the basket a[...]

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    SECTION 12—ACCESSORIES Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 50 Part No. 1143205 NOTES[...]

  • Page 51

    LIMITED WARRANTY Part No. 1143205 51 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4 LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMP LY WI TH FEDERA L LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUC TS MANUFACT URED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the orig inal purchaser/user of our products. This warranty gives you specific legal right s and yo[...]

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    Invacar e Corpora tion www.invacare.com USA One Invacare Way Elyria, Ohio USA 44036-2125 800-333-6900 Canada 570 Matheson Blvd E Uni t 8 Mississauga Ontario L4Z 4G4 Canada 800-668-5324 Invacare, Yes, yo u can. and the Medallion Design are registered trademarks of Invacare Corporation. Lynx is a trademark of Invacare Corporation. © 2006 Invacare Co[...]