Invacare SRX-20R Owners Manual - Page 4

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1 General

1.1 Introduction

Thank you for choosing an Invacare product.

This user manual contains important information

about the handling of the product. In order to ensure

safety when using the product, read the user manual

carefully and follow the safety instructions.

Before reading this manual, make sure you have the

latest version. You can find the latest version as a pdf

on the Invacare website (see back page of this

manual). If you find that the font size in the print

version of the user manual is difficult to read, you can

download the pdf from the website. The pdf can then

be scaled on screen to a font size that is more

comfortable for you.

The decision whether the model is suitable for the user

may only be taken by medical specialists with

appropriate expertise.

Some maintenance and settings can be performed by

the user or his/her attendants. Certain adjustments do

however require technical training and may only be

carried out by your Invacare qualified service

technician. Refer to the Inspection checklists in

Chapter 9

Maintenance, page 40

. Damages and errors

caused by nonobservance of the user manual or as a

result of incorrect maintenance are excluded from all

warranties.

For more information about the product, contact your

local Invacare representative. For address and website

see the end of this manual.

1.2 Symbols in This Manual

Signal symbols and/or words are used in this manual

and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could

result in personal injury or property damage. See the

information below for definitions of the signal words.

DANGER!

-Danger indicates a imminently hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, could result in

death or serious injury.

WARNING!

-Warning indicates a potentially hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, could result in

death or serious injury.

CAUTION!

-Caution indicates a potentially hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, may result in

property damage or minor injury or both.

IMPORTANT

-Indicates a hazardous situation that

could result in damage to property if it

is not avoided.

Gives useful tips, recommendations and

information for efficient, trouble-free use.

Identifies required tools, components and items

which are needed to carry out certain work.

Battery Recycling Symbol — Lead Acid

Recycle this product. Refer to Disposal and

Recycling sections.

Manufacturer

1.3 Type of Use

1.3.1 Prescription Statement

Per 21 CFR 801.109(b)(1) the device is labeled for

prescription use.

CAUTION!

Federal Law (USA) restricts this device to sale

by or on the order of a licensed physician.

1.4 Intended Use

The intended use of the device is to provide mobility

and positioning to persons limited to a sitting position.

1.5 Indication for Use

The Invacare® AVIVA Storm RX Power Wheelchair is

indicated to provide mobility and positioning to

persons limited to a sitting position.

1.6 Shelf Life

The Invacare AVIVA Storm RX Power Wheelchair

itself has no shelf life limitation. If unused, the

mechanical and electrical components that make

up the product will not wear nor become

ineffective in their intended function.

Invacare® AVIVA® Storm RX

Section	Page
1 General	4
1.1 Introduction	4
1.2 Symbols in This Manual	4
1.3 Type of Use	4
1.3.1 Prescription Statement	4
1.4 Intended Use	4
1.5 Indication for Use	4
1.6 Shelf Life	4
1.7 Service Life	5
2 Safety	6
2.1 General Guidelines	6
2.2 Pinch Points	8
2.3 Footplates and Front Rigging	8
2.4 Storage	8
2.5 Travel Information	8
3 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Information	11
3.1 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Frequency Sources	11
3.2 Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)	11
3.3 Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Emissions	12
3.4 EMI Tables	12
4 Components	15
4.1 Component Overview	15
4.2 Remotes	15
4.3 The Powered Seating System	15
4.4 Labels on the Product	15
4.4.1 Symbols on the Labels	19
5 Setup	21
5.1 Setup/Delivery Inspection Information	21
6 Usage	22
6.1 Safety and Handling	22
6.1.1 A Note to Wheelchair Attendants	23
6.1.2 Stairways and Escalators	23
6.2 Stability and Balance	24
6.2.1 Driving Surfaces	25
6.2.2 Safety Information When Approaching Obstacles	26
6.2.3 The Correct Way to Approach Obstacles	26
6.2.4 Negotiating Inclines	27
6.2.5 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward	28
6.2.6 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Backward	28
6.2.7 Transferring To and From Other Seats	28
6.3 Weight Training and Other Activities	29
6.4 Pushing the Mobility Device in Freewheel Mode	29
6.4.1 Anti-Rollaway	29
6.4.2 Disengaging/Engaging the Motor Locks	29
7 Controls System	30
7.1 Electrical	30
7.2 Controls Protection System	30
7.3 Using the Battery Isolation Switch	30
7.4 Batteries	31
7.4.1 General Information on Charging	31
7.4.2 General Instructions on Charging	31
7.4.3 How to Charge the Batteries	31
7.4.4 How to Disconnect the Mobility Device After Charging	33
7.4.5 Storage and Maintenance	33
7.4.6 Using the Proper Batteries	33
7.4.7 Instructions on Using the Batteries	34
7.4.8 Transporting Batteries	34
7.4.9 General Instructions on Handling the Batteries	34
8 Transport - ISO 7176-19	35
8.1 Wheelchair Transport Brackets (TRBKTS)	35
8.2 Transport Ready Option (TRRO)	35
8.3 Transport—General information	36
8.4 Transferring Mobility Device to Vehicle	36
8.5 Use of the Mobility Device as a Seat in a Vehicle	36
8.5.1 How the Mobility Device is Anchored in a Vehicle	38
8.5.2 How The User is Secured Within the Mobility Device	38
8.6 Transporting the Mobility Device Without Occupant	39
8.7 Use of transportation docking stations	39
9 Maintenance	40
9.1 Wear and Tear Information	40
9.2 User/Attendant Inspection Checklists	40
9.2.1 Inspect/Adjust Weekly	40
9.2.2 Inspect/Adjust Monthly	40
9.2.3 Inspect/Adjust Periodically	41
9.3 Service Inspection Information	41
9.4 Cleaning	42
9.5 Wheels and Tires	42
9.5.1 Damaged Wheels	42
9.5.2 Pneumatic Tires	42
10 Service	44
10.1 Safety Information	44
10.1.1 Set Up	44
10.1.2 Repair and Service Information — Providers and/or Qualified Technicians	45
10.2 Setup/Delivery Inspection	46
10.3 Service Inspection	46
10.3.1 Six Month Inspection	46
10.3.2 Replace Every 18 Months	47
10.4 Removing/Installing the Shrouds	47
10.4.1 Removing/Installing the Rear Shroud Assembly	47
10.5 Battery Service	48
10.5.1 General Instructions on Handling the Batteries	48
10.5.2 How to Handle Damaged Batteries Correctly	48
10.5.3 General Information on Battery Installation	48
10.5.4 Removing the Batteries from the Wheelchair	49
10.5.5 Installing Batteries into the Wheelchair	50
10.5.6 Replacing Battery Cables	51
10.5.7 Cleaning Battery Terminals	52
10.5.8 Recycling Batteries	52
11 After Use	53
11.1 Reuse	53
11.2 Disposal	53
12 Troubleshooting	54
12.1 Driving Performance	54
12.2 Control System	54
12.2.1 Battery and Charger Tips	55
13 Technical Data	56
13.1 Technical Specifications	56
13.2 ISO 7176-15 Annex A	59
13.2.1 AVIVA Storm RX with LiNX and Ultra Low Maxx Seat	59
14 Warranty	61
14.1 Limited Warranty—US, Australia, and New Zealand	61
14.2 Limited Warranty—Canada	61
14.3 Repair or Replacement	61
14.4 Limitations and Exclusions	61

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