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This wheelchair is not configured for
passenger transport in a motor vehicle. This
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identification label.

1608216-C

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Summary of Contents for Action 2NG

Page 1: ...Invacare Action 2 NG en Medium active wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product BEFORE using this product this manual MUST be read and saved for future reference...

Page 2: ...duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare Corporation Trademarks are identified by and All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Inv...

Page 3: ...adjustable leg rests 21 3 10 Anti tipper 22 3 11 Seat cushion 24 4 Options 25 4 1 Transit version 25 4 2 Posture belt 26 4 3 Headrest 27 4 4 Tipper aid 28 4 5 Table tray 28 4 6 Drip stand 29 4 7 Passi...

Page 4: ...53 9 1 Safety information 53 9 2 Identifying and repairing faults 54 10 After Use 55 10 1 Storage 55 10 2 Disposal 55 10 3 Reconditioning 55 11 Technical Data 56 11 1 Dimensions and weight 56 11 2 Ty...

Page 5: ...information about the product for example product safety notices and product recalls contact your Invacare distributor See addresses at the end of this document In case of a serious incident with the...

Page 6: ...e CE declaration of conformity We are continuously working towards ensuring that the company s impact on the environment locally and globally is reduced to a minimum We only use REACH compliant materi...

Page 7: ...serious injury Accidents with resulting serious injury can occur if the wheelchair is wrongly adjusted Adjustments at the wheelchair always must be carried out by a qualified technician WARNING Risk...

Page 8: ...me into contact with your skin for their temperature CAUTION Risk of getting fingers caught There is always a risk of getting e g fingers or arms caught in the moving parts of the wheelchair Make sure...

Page 9: ...k that the safety devices are working before you use the wheelchair and have them checked regularly by a qualified technician or your authorized provider CAUTION Risk of Injury Non original or wrong p...

Page 10: ...l The posture belt has the good length when there s just sufficient space for a flat hand between body and belt Reclining mechanical backrest information label Push on the backrest canes 1 before oper...

Page 11: ...Safety WARNING Symbol This wheelchair is not configured for passenger transport in a motor vehicle This symbol is attached to the frame close to the identification label 1608216 C 11...

Page 12: ...tion who are propelling the wheelchair themselves frequently The wheelchair is intended for persons ages 12 and up adolescents and adults The weight of the wheelchair occupant must not exceed the maxi...

Page 13: ...ear wheel with handrim D Parking brake E Front fork with castor F Leg rests swiveling G Footrest H Frame I Seat J Armrest The equipment of your wheelchair may differ from the diagram as each wheelchai...

Page 14: ...on the parking brakes for support or transfer WARNING Risk of overturning The parking brakes will not operate correctly unless there is sufficient air in the tyres Ensure the correct tyre pressure 11...

Page 15: ...cover is available for all backrest types These covers are not adjustable WARNING Risk of tipping If the standard backrest cover become slack the tipping point of your wheelchair is changed for the w...

Page 16: ...ition bring the top in the vertical position it locks automatically 3 5 5 Reclining backrest To achieve a more comfort position for the user the backrest can be reclined WARNING Risk of tipping Do not...

Page 17: ...rs A to provides the same angle on both sides 3 Release the levers when you reach the desired angle 3 6 Backbrace for the backrest The backbrace links the two push handles provides tension to the back...

Page 18: ...he chair is in use It should not be left hanging loose see label C on the backbrace 3 7 Push handles IMPORTANT Always check the push handles before using the wheelchair as to whether the hand grips ar...

Page 19: ...ying the wheelchair up or downstairs CAUTION Risk of pinching Keep your fingers away from movable parts during removing fitting or adjusting the armrest 3 8 1 Armrest stepless height adjustable remova...

Page 20: ...the armrest down and until the front release button B snaps into its armrest socket hole 2 Ensure button protrudes fully through socket hole Rear removing 1 Remove armrest from armrest bracket D by p...

Page 21: ...f the frame and swing it forwards until it engages 3 9 2 Swing away angle adjustable leg rests Swinging outwards 1 Activate the release lever A and swing the leg rests to the outside Swinging forwards...

Page 22: ...desired position Height depth and angle adjustable foot plates 1 Loosening the screw F with 5 mm Allen key 2 Adjust into the depth and angle positions and firmly tighten the screw 12 Nm F into the des...

Page 23: ...Deactivating the anti tipper 1 Release the spring button A and swivel the anti tipper upwards until it engages and the front release button B snaps into the frame hole WARNING Risk of overturning Alwa...

Page 24: ...l raise your height above the ground and can affect your stability in all directions If a cushion is changed it may also change the user s stability If the thickness of the cushion is changed a comple...

Page 25: ...carried out by a qualified technician The manual brakes optional drum brake are only accessible to the attendant operate the handles A to lock or B to unlock the wheelchair in parking position 1 To e...

Page 26: ...used check if it fits properly Changing the seat and or backrest angle the cushion and even your clothes influence the fit of the belt WARNING Risk of serious injury during transport In a vehicle a us...

Page 27: ...tions Fitting the posture belt at the fixations CAUTION Thread the belt loop through both plastic buckles to avoid the belt from loosening Do the adjustments on both sides equally so that the buckle c...

Page 28: ...le D 2 Loosen the screws C 3 Adjust the depth and angle of the headrest 4 Re tighten the handle and the screws 4 4 Tipper aid With the tipper aid an assistant can tip the wheelchair more easily in ord...

Page 29: ...ustment Slide the table tray forwards or backwards to adjust to the required depth CAUTION Risk of discomfort When adjusting the depth of the table make sure not to squeeze the stomach of the user 4 6...

Page 30: ...gle 3 Firmly tighten the lever A 4 7 Passive illumination You can attach reflectors to the rear wheels 4 8 Cane holder WARNING Risk of overturning Ensure that the cane holder does not project beyond t...

Page 31: ...rovider will supply your wheelchair ready for use Your provider will explain the main functions and ensure that the wheelchair meets your needs and requirements Adjustments of the axle position and th...

Page 32: ...Make sure that the front wheels are suitable for the surface you re driving on CAUTION Risk of crushing There may be a very small gap between the rear wheel and the mudguard or armpad with the risk t...

Page 33: ...ied wheelchairs Operate the two brakes simultaneously and do not take slopes exceeding 7 to ensure perfect control of the wheelchair steering Always use the parking brakes to secure the wheelchair dur...

Page 34: ...and on the footrest Never stand on the footrest when getting in and out CAUTION If you disengage or damage the brakes the wheelchair could roll away out of control Do not support yourself on the brake...

Page 35: ...tipping install an antitipper device WARNING Risk of Tipping The wheelchair can tip forwards When setting up your wheelchair test its behavior in terms of tipping forward and adjust your driving style...

Page 36: ...the wheelchair Tilting the chair with a heavy user can hurt the assistant s back and damage the chair Make sure to be able to safely control the wheelchair with a heavy user before performing a tilti...

Page 37: ...own a step without an assistant WARNING Risk of tipping When going down a step without an assistant you could tip over backwards if you cannot control your wheelchair First learn how to go down a step...

Page 38: ...iating slopes or gradients your wheelchair could tip backwards forwards or sideways Always have an assistant behind the wheelchair when approaching long slopes Avoid lateral slopes Avoid slopes of mor...

Page 39: ...control your direction and particularly your speed 1 Lean back and carefully allow the handrims to run through your hands You should be able to stop the wheelchair at any time by gripping the handrim...

Page 40: ...bend forwards between your knees to pick up something off the floor 1 Point the front wheels forwards To do this move your wheelchair forwards slightly then back again 2 Apply both parking brakes 3 W...

Page 41: ...eelchair components in the means of transport to prevent them from coming loose during the journey IMPORTANT Excessive wear and abrasion could affect the strength of load bearing parts Do not pull you...

Page 42: ...losest to you so that the seat surface flattens out 4 Put the wheelchair back completely on the floor and check that the seat edges on both sides are in the guide components 5 Fold the foot plates dow...

Page 43: ...the other hold the wheel through the external spoke rim around the wheel hub 4 Using your thumb press the removable axle button and hold it down 5 Push the axle into the adapter sleeve B up to the sto...

Page 44: ...information on getting and installing an approved and compatible restraint system WARNING If for some reason it is impossible to transfer the wheelchair user to a vehicle seat the wheelchair can be u...

Page 45: ...ms The following illustrations may differ depending on the restraint system supplier The choice of wheelchair configuration seat width and depth wheelbase influences maneuverability and access to moto...

Page 46: ...ment labels 2 Attach front straps to the rail system referring to best practice recommended instructions from the safety belt manufacturer 3 Disengage parking brakes and apply tension front straps by...

Page 47: ...ORTANT Check the plungers are fully engaged on both sides and located in the same position of the cut out section of the rail Make sure that the angle between the rails and the straps lies between 40...

Page 48: ...art of the vehicle wheelchair seating or option Ensure the lap belt fits snugly over the occupant s pelvis and is not allowed to ride up into the abdominal area Ensure the user is able to reach the re...

Page 49: ...larly or have it carried out by another person weekly monthly annually Check the tyre pressure x Check that rear wheels are seated correctly x Check posture belt x weekly monthly annually Check the fo...

Page 50: ...t the bolts are tight securely and without free play on the footrest castor castor housing seat cover sides backrest frame seat module 2 Tighten any loose bolts with the suitable torque Therefore refe...

Page 51: ...e edge of the rim Start close to the valve and use a bicycle tyre lever When doing this check all the way round to ensure that the inner tube is not trapped between the tyre and the rim 8 Inflate the...

Page 52: ...require tools 2 Wipe down the individual parts using a cloth or soft brush ordinary household cleaning agents pH 6 8 and warm water 3 Rinse the parts with warm water 4 Thoroughly dry the parts with a...

Page 53: ...how to identify and repair faults Some of the actions listed must be carried out by a qualified technician These are indicated We recommend that all adjustments are carried out by a qualified technic...

Page 54: ...le too large Mount the castor upper on the front fork qualified technician Select a smaller front fork qualified technician Incorrect tyre pressure in one or both rear tyres Correct tyre pressure 11 2...

Page 55: ...Disassemble the product and its components so the different materials can be separated and recycled individually The disposal and recycling of used products and packaging must comply with the laws and...

Page 56: ...ot possible In some configurations the wheelchair exceeds the size recommended for travelling by train in the EU Maximum user weight 125 kg A Overall length with leg rests 870 1140 mm B Overall width...

Page 57: ...al pressure depends on the tyre type Tyre Max pressure Solid tyre 610 mm 24 Pneumatic profiled tyre 610 mm 24 4 5 bar 450 kPa 65 psi Solid tyre 150 mm 6 200 mm 8 Pneumatic tyre 200 mm 8 2 5 bar 250 kP...

Page 58: ...ashers and nuts Steel All materials used are protected against corrosion We use only REACH compliant materials and components Theft and metal detection systems in seldom cases the materials used in th...

Page 59: ...Notes...

Page 60: ...eatown Business Campus Seatown Road Swords County Dublin Tel 353 1 810 7084 Fax 353 1 810 7085 ireland invacare com www invacare ie Asia Invacare Asia Ltd 1 Lenton Place North Rocks NSW 2151 Australia...

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