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8 Transport - ISO 7176-19

This chapter covers products that adhere to ISO

7176-19. Refer to the labeling on your product

to determine the applicable standard and proper

instructions to follow.

8.1 Wheelchair Transport Brackets (TRBKTS)

As of this date, governmental regulatory authorities

in many countries may not have approved any tie-

down systems for transportation of a user while in a

wheelchair, in a moving vehicle of any type. It is

Invacare’s position that users of wheelchairs should

be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles

for transportation and use be made of the

restraints made available by the auto industry.

Invacare cannot and does not recommend any

wheelchair transportation system.

TRBKTS includes four factory-installed wheelchair

transport brackets.

TRBKTS wheelchair models and configurations may not

be used as a vehicle seat and are identified by the

following label on the device:

WARNING!

Risk of Injury, Damage or Death

Improper use of wheelchair transport

brackets (TRBKTS) may result in injury,

damage or death. The wheelchair or its parts

may become airborne during a sudden

vehicle stop or accident and injure vehicle

occupants or cause damage.

-Use these transport brackets only to secure

an unoccupied wheelchair during transport.

-Ensure wheelchair is secured using proper

restraint systems. Wheelchair transport

brackets have not been crash-tested in

accordance with ISO 7176–19.

-Only use the transport brackets for the

purposes described in this manual.

8.2 Transport Ready Option (TRRO)

As of this date, governmental regulatory authorities

in many countries may not have approved any tie-

down systems for transportation of a user while in a

wheelchair, in a moving vehicle of any type. It is

Invacare’s position that users of wheelchairs should

be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles

for transportation and use be made of the

restraints made available by the auto industry.

Invacare cannot and does not recommend any

wheelchair transportation system.

WARNING!

Risk of Injury, Damage or Death

Failure to observe and follow transport

warnings and instructions may result in

injury, damage or death.

-Only use the transport brackets included

with TRRO for the purposes described in

this manual.

There is one Transport Ready Option available:

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TRRO — For wheelchairs without the elevate

option. TRRO includes four factory-installed

transport brackets.

Transport Ready Options rely on vehicle anchored

pelvic and upper-torso belts.

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The wheelchair has been tested for seating in a

motor vehicle with the factory installed seating

system only.

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This wheelchair has been dynamically tested in a

forward-facing mode with the specified crash test

dummy restrained by BOTH pelvic and upper-torso

belt(s) (shoulder belts), and that BOTH pelvic and

upper torso belt(s) should be used to reduce the

possibility of head and chest impacts with vehicle

components.

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Transport Ready Options have been crash-tested in

accordance with ISO 7176–19.

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Wheelchairs with Transport Ready Option are

identified by the following label:

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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