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Invacare

Canada LP

Meteor

Scooter

User Manual

Summary of Contents for Canada LP

Page 1: ...Invacare Canada LP Meteor Scooter User Manual 1...

Page 2: ...d equipment plus the special knowledge concerning your Invacare product and can offer you all round satisfactory service Should you wish to contact Invacare directly you can reach us in Canada at the...

Page 3: ...lectromagnetic Interference 14 2 4 Safety Information on Driving and Freewheel Mode 15 3 Key features 17 4 Driving 18 4 1 Before driving for the first time 18 4 2 Taking Obstacles 19 4 3 Driving up an...

Page 4: ...the armrest width 35 7 5 Adjusting the armrest height 36 7 6 Adjusting the seat height 37 7 7 Adjusting the suspension 38 8 Electrical System 39 8 1 Electronics Protection System 39 8 1 1 The main fus...

Page 5: ...rear wheel 51 10 1 1 2 Removing the front wheel 4 wheeler version 52 10 1 1 3 Removing the front wheel 3 wheeler version 53 10 1 1 4 Repairing punctured tires 54 11 Technical specifications 56 12 Insp...

Page 6: ...rements The decision whether the model is suitable for the user may only be taken by medical specialists with appropriate aptitude Invacare Canada LP or their authorized representatives can accept no...

Page 7: ...of Invacare Canada or its authorized representative It may also contain information that pertains to models sold only in certain countries In this case the information will be clearly marked as pertai...

Page 8: ...structions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product BURN HAZARD This symbol warns you of burns due for example to leaking battery acid Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the...

Page 9: ...y to overcome larger and more difficult obstacles in outdoor settings You can find exact information on speed turning radius range safe climbing ability maximum obstacle height and permissible operati...

Page 10: ...he influence of medication or alcohol Danger of damage or injury if the scooter is accidentally set into motion Switch the power system off before you get in get out or handle awkward objects Be aware...

Page 11: ...er with the occupant seated in it Danger of injury if maximum permissible load is exceeded Do not exceed the maximum permissible load see technical specifications Page 57 Danger of injury when lifting...

Page 12: ...ectric devices being connected Do not connect any electric devices to your vehicle that are not expressly certified by Invacare for this purpose Have all electrical installations done by your authoriz...

Page 13: ...ed in service instructions Under difficult operating conditions such as daily travel on steep slopes or in the case of use in medical care cases with frequently changing wheelchair users it would be e...

Page 14: ...autions WARNING Danger of malfunction due to electromagnetic interference Do not switch on or operate portable transceivers or communication devices such as radio transceivers or cellular phones when...

Page 15: ...ravel ice etc where there is a danger of you losing control over the vehicle especially on a gradient If driving on such a surface is inevitable then always drive slowly and with the utmost caution Ne...

Page 16: ...y Always try to keep the centre of gravity of the vehicle in the middle and as close to the ground as possible Note that the vehicle will brake or accelerate if you change the Driving Speed while it i...

Page 17: ...nclination 3 Control panel 4 Handbrake wheel lock 5 Keyswitch ON OFF 6 Release lever for sliding seat rails front right below seat 7 Release lever for swivelling and removing seat right below seat 8 D...

Page 18: ...your time to test all functions and driving modes NOTE If installed use the restraining systems seat belts each time you use the vehicle Sitting Comfortably Driving Safely Before each trip make sure...

Page 19: ...Driving up over an obstacle Approach the curb or obstacle slowly head on Shortly before the front wheels touch the obstacle increase the speed and reduce only after the rear wheels have also climbed t...

Page 20: ...Always return the backrest of your seat to an upright position before ascending slopes We recommend that you lean the backrest slightly to the rear before descending slopes Never attempt to ascend or...

Page 21: ...witch Activate the parking brake 4 4 1 Activating and de activating the parking brake Activating the brake Pull brake lever 1 and hold it While holding the brake lever press the latching pin 2 down Th...

Page 22: ...motors are disengaged for push operation the electromagnetic motor brakes are deactivated When the vehicle is parked the levers for engaging and disengaging the motors must without fail be locked fir...

Page 23: ...ayout 1 Seat Lifter button N A in Canada 2 Battery charge indicator 3 Hazard flashers 4 Horn 5 Right turn signal 6 Driving speed adjustment 7 Throttle lever 8 Plug for external charger 9 Reduced Speed...

Page 24: ...Seat Lifter is not lowered entirely then the speed of the scooter is automatically reduced to lower the risk of tipping over This is indicated by the LED just above the Reduced Speed Mode button flash...

Page 25: ...range Charge batteries at end of journey Only red diodes lit flashing battery reserve very low drive range Charge batteries immediately NOTE Total discharge protection After a certain drive time on r...

Page 26: ...Trouble Shooting on page 28 Set the driving speed with the speed adjustment knob Gently pull the right driving lever towards you to drive forwards Gently pull the left driving lever towards you to dr...

Page 27: ...de Depending on the severity of the fault and impact on user safety the electronic system will react differently It may Simply display the Flash Code as a warning and allow normal driving and operatio...

Page 28: ...f the Status Light is OFF Check that the key switch is turned ON Check that all cables are connected correctly If only the leftmost diode of the battery charge display is PERMANENTLY ON Contact your a...

Page 29: ...cover sufficiently to allow driving for a short period of time You should only ever do this in an emergency as this deep discharges the batteries Lifter raised Driving speed reduced Lower lifter compl...

Page 30: ...lutching lever is in the engaged position The park brake coil or wiring is faulty Check the park brake and wiring for open or short circuits Contact your authorized Invacare Canada Dealer 6 Out Of Neu...

Page 31: ...Number of flashes Fault Impact on Scooter Notes 9 Other Internal Errors Drive inhibited Contact your authorized Invacare Canada Dealer 31...

Page 32: ...ch allow the backrest to be adjusted for various angles You can do this by selecting various combinations for the holes Requirements Allen key 4 mm Wrench 10 mm Loosen the bolts 1 which hold the backr...

Page 33: ...e disengaging lever for adjusting the seat is located front right below the seat Pull the lever 1 to disengage the seat Slide the seat forwards or backwards into the required position Let go the lever...

Page 34: ...e scooter easier The seat is also easier to remove from this position The lever for disengaging the seat is located under the seat 1 on the right Pull the lever forwards to disengage the seat Turn the...

Page 35: ...e armrest width The hand wheels for adjusting the armrests are located under the seat 1 Turn the hand wheels to loosen the fixing for the armrest Adjust the armrests to the required width Retighten th...

Page 36: ...rest height The hand wheels for adjusting the armrest height are located on the armrests 1 Turn the hand wheels to loosen the fixing for the armrest 1 Adjust the armrests to the required height Retigh...

Page 37: ...adjusted to the following heights measured from chassis floor 46 64 cm 18 20 Requirements 2 x open ended wrench 17 mm Removing the seat Remove the battery and motor compartment cover Remove the seat p...

Page 38: ...ert the bolt and tighten 7 7 Adjusting the suspension The Meteor suspension can be individually adjusted These adjustments should only be carried out by trained specialists Please contact your authori...

Page 39: ...ching the power supply off and back on again the error code is cancelled and the electronics are switched back on It will take approximately five minutes until the electronics have cooled down enough...

Page 40: ...ed to know about batteries Power is supplied by two 12V gel batteries The batteries are maintenance free and only need regular charging New batteries should always be fully charged once before their f...

Page 41: ...rces of heat such as heaters and direct sunlight If the battery charger overheats charging current will be reduced and the charging process delayed To avoid damaging the batteries never allow them to...

Page 42: ...r that has been approved by Invacare Canada Danger of electric shock and damage to the battery charger if it is allowed to get wet Protect the battery charger from water Always charge in a dry environ...

Page 43: ...rrent 8A Connecting the battery charger Switch off the Scooter at the operating console Connect the battery charger to the Scooter Connect the battery charger to the outlet Disconnecting the battery c...

Page 44: ...r use the battery type defined in the technical specifications Page 57 Danger of fire and burns if battery terminals are short circuited DO NOT short circuit battery terminals with a tool WARNING Corr...

Page 45: ...ments 2x open ended wrenches 11 mm Remove seat see chapter Releasing seat for turning or removal on page 35 Remove the battery and motor compartment covers by pulling on the rear edge Disconnect the t...

Page 46: ...the negative battery terminal with the open ended wrench and remove the cable Loosen the red cable battery clamp on the positive battery terminal with the open ended wrench and remove the cable Repeat...

Page 47: ...an Requirements Safety goggles Acid resistant gloves Acid resistant receptacle for transportation Always wear appropriate safety clothing when handling damaged batteries Place damaged batteries in an...

Page 48: ...t s driving safety and roadworthiness Cleaning the vehicle When cleaning the vehicle pay attention to the following points Only use a damp cloth and gentle detergent Do not use any abrasive or scourin...

Page 49: ...ics Electrical System Check all plug connections for condition and firm connection Have batteries been fully charged before the daily operation Before every trip Are all holders screws firmly fixed ti...

Page 50: ...s connection please see the addresses and phone numbers in section How can you get in touch with Invacare Canada on page 2 In case you require assistance please contact your Invacare Canada Dealer 10...

Page 51: ...mm open ended wrench Remove the wheel It may be necessary to carefully free the wheel off the axle by tapping lightly with the rubber hammer on the rear face of the wheel Problems when removing wheel...

Page 52: ...port it Remove the wheel locknut 1 with a 17 mm open ended wrench Remove wheel It may be necessary to carefully free the wheel off the axle by tapping lightly with the rubber hammer on the rear face o...

Page 53: ...17 mm Carefully tip the scooter onto one side Remove the wheel locknuts 1 using both open ended wrenches then remove the wheel from the fork Reassembly Reassembly takes place in reverse order Make sur...

Page 54: ...wrench 13 mm Remove valve cap De inflate the tire by pressing in the centre valve pin Remove the four nuts 1 on the rear of the wheel using the 13 mm open ended wrench Remove both wheel rim halves out...

Page 55: ...Refit the wheel rim parts from outside into the tire Pump up the tire lightly Reinsert the nuts and bolts which hold the wheel rim together and tighten fully Make sure that the tire is properly locat...

Page 56: ...18 20 Backrest height w o headrest 17 Backrest height with headrest 25 Backrest angle manually adjustable 0 10 15 30 Seat width 17 21 1 2 Seat depth 17 1 2 Armrest height 9 11 Tire pressure 40 psi Sp...

Page 57: ...ent on various factors such as the battery charger status the environmental temperature the flatness of the route chosen the state of the roads the tire pressure the driver s weight driving style and...

Page 58: ...n the Service Manual which is available through Invacare Delivery Inspection 1st Annual Inspection Stamp of authorized Dealer Date Signature Stamp of authorized Dealer Date Signature 2nd Annual Inspec...

Page 59: ...Order No of this Manual 1423448 DOC Release Date 04 08 05 English 59...

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