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Invacare® FDX®

5.12.1 Adjusting the width

Loosen the handscrews (1).

Adjust the trunk support to the required width.

Retighten the handscrews again.

5.12.2 Adjusting the height

Tools:

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5 mm Allen key

Undo the height adjustment Allen screws (1).

Set the trunk support to the required height.

Retighten the screws.

5.12.3 Adjusting the depth

Tools:

•

5 mm Allen key

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Summary of Contents for FDX

Page 1: ...Invacare FDX en Power 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: ...ation duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare Trademarks are identified by and All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare...

Page 3: ...ting Remote Height only for Swing Away Remote Supports 29 5 2 3 Adjusting Remote Offset 29 5 2 4 Swivelling Remote to Side 30 5 3 Adjustment options for standard armrests 30 5 3 1 Changing the arm sup...

Page 4: ...th compensation Easy Adapt 58 5 15 1 Adjusting the width 58 5 16 Center mounted legrests manually adjustable 58 5 16 1 Removing the legrest 58 5 16 2 Setting the angle of the leg rest 59 5 16 3 Settin...

Page 5: ...mobility device in freewheel mode 84 6 7 1 Disengaging motors conventional motors 84 7 Controls System 86 7 1 Controls Protection System 86 7 2 Batteries 86 7 2 1 General Information on Charging 86 7...

Page 6: ...10 2 Disposal 107 11 Technical Data 108 11 1 Technical specifications 108 12 Service 115 12 1 Inspections Performed 115...

Page 7: ...s more comfortable for you For more information about the product for example product safety notices and product recalls contact your Invacare representative See addresses at the end of this document...

Page 8: ...le to overcome many obstacles in outdoor areas 1 6 Regulations The vehicle was successfully tested according to German and international standards as to its safety It satisfies the requirements accord...

Page 9: ...ugh the provider from whom the product was obtained 1 9 Service Life We estimate a service life of five years for this product provided it is used in strict accordance with the intended use as set out...

Page 10: ...ties WARNING Risk of Death Serious Injury or Damage Improper routing of cables may cause a tripping entanglement or strangulation hazard that may result in death serious injury or damage Ensure all ca...

Page 11: ...ave to brake in an emergency simply release the joystick which will bring you to a halt refer to the remote user manual for more information WARNING Risk of injury when transferring mobility device to...

Page 12: ...oad refer to 11 Technical Data page108 The mobility device is only designed for use by a single occupant whose maximum weight does not exceed the maximum permissible load of the device Never use the m...

Page 13: ...on once every year under normal operating conditions see inspection plan contained in service instructions Under difficult operating conditions such as daily travel on steep slopes or in the case of u...

Page 14: ...radio and television transmitters In case the mobility device should be set in motion unintentionally or the brakes are released switch it off immediately Adding electrical accessories and other comp...

Page 15: ...e When overcoming obstacles always observe the maximum obstacle height refer to 11 Technical Data page108and information about overcoming obstacles in 6 3 Taking Obstacles page 81 Avoid shifting your...

Page 16: ...sink in on soft ground such as grass snow or mud if the mobility device rests itself on them They lose their effect and the mobility device can tip over Only drive with extreme care on soft ground es...

Page 17: ...ce Batteries which have not been approved by Invacare for use with this mobility device can cause chemical burns Only ever use batteries which have been approved by Invacare for this mobility device C...

Page 18: ...air once on its own axle before you lower the seat This will allow you to make sure that nobody is located in the danger zone CAUTION Risk of injury if the wheelchair tips over Never exceed the maximu...

Page 19: ...lting function of the seat only provides additional rest positions Important information regarding speed reduction with raised lifter If the lifter has been raised above a certain point the drive elec...

Page 20: ...ntification of the position of the coupling lever for driving and push operation only the right side is visible in the picture For details see below E Warning that the mobility device may not be used...

Page 21: ...al This symbol appears on different labels and positions This symbol indicates the Drive position of the coupling lever In this position the motor is engaged and the motor brakes are operational You c...

Page 22: ...electric lifter is operated from the remote Refer to the remote manual for more information Information regarding operation of the lifter at temperatures of less than 0 C Invacare mobility devices ar...

Page 23: ...e tipping stability of the mobility device and to avoid personal risk and damage to the mobility device To reapply normal speed lower the lifter down until the forced profile or the speed reduction sw...

Page 24: ...We recommend using the posture belt whenever the mobility device is used 4 1 1 Types of posture belts Your mobility device can be fitted with the following posture belt types ex works If your mobilit...

Page 25: ...on belts in the service manual which is available from Invacare 4 2 Using Cane Holder If your mobility device is fitted with a cane holder it can be used for the safe transport of a walking cane under...

Page 26: ...nto KLICKfix adapter Accessory locks in securely Removing Accessory 1 Press red button and remove accessory The adapter can turn in 90 steps allowing you to attach an accessory from any of four differ...

Page 27: ...ce and before use make sure that all attaching hardware is present and tightened securely WARNING Risk of injury or damage Incorrect set up of this mobility device performed by users caregivers or unq...

Page 28: ...d AJ Optimist seats For more information on a Recaro seat or AJ Optimist seat refer to the separate user manuals that come with the seats 5 2 Adjustment Possibility for Remote The following informatio...

Page 29: ...Adjusting Remote Height only for Swing Away Remote Supports 6 mm Allen key Fig 5 2 1 Loosen screw A 2 Adjust component to desired position 3 Tighten screw 5 2 3 Adjusting Remote Offset The remote can...

Page 30: ...upport position Tools 1 x Allen key 3 mm The arm support has 12 possible positions 1 To change the position of the arm support loosen the screw 1 and remove it 2 The position of the arm support is adj...

Page 31: ...t which the word STOP is completely legible Always tighten the fixing screws properly once adjustments have been completed Depending on the side the screw is accessible from the front or the rear 8 mm...

Page 32: ...ng angle of armpad on parallel sliding armrests page 32 5 4 2 Adjusting angle of armpad on parallel sliding armrests 5 mm Allen key 1 Loosen screws 1 2 Set angle for armrest 3 Re tighten screws Make s...

Page 33: ...e armrest are predefined by the drill holes in the torque support and the armrest axel 6 Insert the locating pin 7 Retighten the screw 8 Repeat the procedure for the other armrest 9 Replace the backre...

Page 34: ...e Allen key 2 To make the armrest more difficult to move tighten the bolt of the adjusting wrench 1 with the Allen key 5 4 5 Adjusting the arm support positions for the parallel sliding armrests Tools...

Page 35: ...tal disabilities CAUTION Risk of Injury and Damage Remaining burrs and missing end caps after modifications on rods such as shortened rod can lead to injury or damage Deburr cut after cutting excessiv...

Page 36: ...djusting Egg Switch Adjusting Switch Orientation The egg switch can be turned through 360 degrees 7 16 inch wrench Fig 5 7 1 Loosen nut A 2 Adjust egg switch orientation 3 Tighten nut Adjusting Depth...

Page 37: ...nism can be turned through 360 degrees 1 Loosen screw A 2 Adjust to desired position 3 Tighten screw 5 6 Adjusting Powered Chin Control WARNING Risk of Injury or Death Small parts can lead to choking...

Page 38: ...ve joystick or switch to desired position on the linkage 3 Tighten screws Positioning Piko Buttons Risk of damage to screws If you tighten screws to an improper torque they might either come loose or...

Page 39: ...movable and offer you infinite adjustment possibilities Risk of damage to ball joints If you tighten ball joints to an improper torque they might either come loose or get damaged Tighten the ball joi...

Page 40: ...NG Serious injury hazard if one of the armrests falls out of its bracket because they have been adjusted to a width which exceeds the permissible value The width adjustment is fitted with red markings...

Page 41: ...lescopic seat support can be adjusted in four stages The seat width can thus be adjusted together with the adjustable seat plate or the adjustable sling seat The description of how the width is adjust...

Page 42: ...d from Invacare However they contain instructions for specially trained technicians and describe operations that are not intended for the end user The numbers on the scale on the seat serve as a guide...

Page 43: ...ts 5 9 Adjusting Backrest CAUTION Adjusting the seat tilt or the backrest angle changes the geometry of the mobility device and directly influences its dynamic stability For details regarding dynamic...

Page 44: ...hts of 48 and 54 cm 5 mm Allen key Fig 5 16 1 Loosen screws A and B Do not remove screws A and B 2 Adjust component to desired position 3 Tighten screws 5 9 4 Adjusting Backrest Width You can adjust t...

Page 45: ...s B 3 Adjust component to desired position 4 Insert screw A 5 Tighten screws 5 9 5 Adjusting Backrest Angle CAUTION Every change to the seat angle and the backrest angle alters the geometry of the pow...

Page 46: ...e of bracket and screw head must be flush with bracket Simple Backrest 6 mm Allen key Fig 5 19 1 Loosen and remove middle backrest screw A on both sides 2 Adjust desired backrest angle in 7 5 steps En...

Page 47: ...strap tension as required and then close the snap buckle again 4 Close the backrest cushion Velcro fastenings again Method 2 1 Remove the backrest cushion fixed with Velcro straps by pulling it up and...

Page 48: ...st be adjusted to the user s ear height 5 10 1 Adjusting Position of Rea Headrest or Neckrest The adjustment of the position is the same for all Rea headrests and neckrests 5 mm Allen key 1 Loosen the...

Page 49: ...ed to install into existing mounting holes in the backrest pan CAUTION Risk of injury during use of the mobility device as a vehicle seat if a headrest is wrongly adjusted or not installed This can ca...

Page 50: ...p Back 5 11 1 Adjusting Elan Headrest Hardware Elan headrest hardware is highly adjustable The illustration below shows the possible adjustment ranges of the joints Fig 5 23 A Upper multi angle rotati...

Page 51: ...en knob D For proper set up headrest should be adjusted to user s ear height 5 Adjust upper D Ring C as required 6 Once final height position is set adjust lower D Ring E so that it rests flush with b...

Page 52: ...upport to the required width 3 Retighten the handscrews again 5 12 2 Adjusting the height Tools 5 mm Allen key 1 Undo the height adjustment Allen screws 1 2 Set the trunk support to the required heigh...

Page 53: ...ray is fitted always remove it before transporting the mobility device Fig 5 26 5 13 1 Adjusting Tray Laterally Fig 5 27 1 Loosen wing screw 1 2 Adjust component to desired position 3 Tighten wing scr...

Page 54: ...55 The seat width can be adjusted in stages between 380 and 530 mm Tools 4 mm Allen key Fig 5 29 Exploded drawing of seat support 1 Remove the seat cushion 2 Remove the cover plates 1 3 Undo the two A...

Page 55: ...ed seat depth It may also be necessary to replace the seat support plate 1 Please use the following figures and the table to determine which holes need to be used for the required seat depth and there...

Page 56: ...support plate and connect these to the crossmembers 4 5 Repeat these operations on the other side of the seat 6 Undo and remove the two Allen screws 5 including washers Assembly 1 Pull the seat suppo...

Page 57: ...crews 8 which are located on the side at the rear of the seat support plate and connect these to the crossmembers 4 11 Remove the seat support plate 2 12 Repeat these operations on the other side of t...

Page 58: ...80 and 530 mm Tools 4 mm Allen key 1 Remove the backrest cushion 2 Loosen the three Allen screws 1 Do not however remove these screws completely 3 Push the plate 2 as far as required until the require...

Page 59: ...could cause an injury Secure the leg rest before you remove the lever to adjust the angle of the leg rest 1 Hold the leg rest securely 2 Pull the lever 1 3 Push the leg rest into the required positio...

Page 60: ...ey Fig 5 34 1 Fold the calf pad forward in order to access the bolt 1 2 Loosen the bolt using the Allen key and adjust the calf pad to the required angle and height 3 Retighten the bolt 4 Fold the cal...

Page 61: ...t the adjusting screws using the Allen key 3 Fold the foot plate down again 5 17 3 Setting Height and Width of Calf Pad Risk of damage to the mobility device After changing the configuration of the ca...

Page 62: ...r removing The small unlocking button is located on the upper section of the footrest legrest When the footrest legrest is unlocked it can be swivelled inward or outward when getting into the wheelcha...

Page 63: ...use a hammer to knock on this lightly The clamping mechanism in the interior of the footrest will be released by this Repeat the procedure from the other side of the footrest if necessary 3 Loosen the...

Page 64: ...rubber stop 1 2 Fig 5 37 The rubber stop can be screwed in or out A or pushed up or down B 3 Fig 5 38 Use the Allen key to loosen the screw 1 and swivel the footrest upward in order to access the rubb...

Page 65: ...rests and legrests Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that the legrests contact neither the castor wheels nor the ground 5 mm Allen key 1 Use the spanner to loosen the screw 1...

Page 66: ...the footrest legrest in an upward direction 5 19 2 Setting the angle CAUTION Risk of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests Before and during every journey it is imperative t...

Page 67: ...knob clockwise to tighten it 5 19 3 Setting the end stop of the legrest 10 mm wrench 1 The end position of the legrest is determined by means of a rubber stop 1 2 The rubber stop can be screwed in or...

Page 68: ...the locking knob 1 counter clockwise at least one turn 4 Hit the knob to release the locking mechanism 5 Swivel the legrest upward in order to access the rubber stop 6 Use the wrench to loosen the cou...

Page 69: ...the footrests and legrests Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that the legrests contact neither the castor wheels nor the ground 5 mm Allen key 1 Use the spanner to loosen the...

Page 70: ...g screw and the oblong holes for the aglet without thread 3 Screw the nut back on and tighten 5 19 6 Adjusting the height of the calf pad 4 mm Allen key 1 Use the Allen key to loosen the screws 1 2 Ad...

Page 71: ...le foot plate 5 mm Allen key 1 Use the Allen key to loosen both set screws on the foot plate 2 Adjust to the desired angle 3 Re tighten the screws 5 19 9 Adjusting the angle and depth adjustable foot...

Page 72: ...the unlocking button 1 and swivel the legrest outward 2 Remove the legrest in an upward direction 5 20 2 Setting the angle CAUTION Risk of crushing Do not reach inside the swivelling range of the legr...

Page 73: ...sts Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that the legrests contact neither the castor wheels nor the ground 5 mm Allen key 1 Use the spanner to loosen the screw 1 2 Adjust to the...

Page 74: ...and the oblong holes for the aglet without thread 3 Screw the nut back on and tighten 5 20 5 Adjusting the height of the calf pad 4 mm Allen key 1 Use the Allen key to loosen the screws 1 2 Adjust to...

Page 75: ...le foot plate 5 mm Allen key 1 Use the Allen key to loosen both set screws on the foot plate 2 Adjust to the desired angle 3 Re tighten the screws 5 20 8 Adjusting the angle and depth adjustable foot...

Page 76: ...t reach inside the swivelling range of the legrest CAUTION Risk of injury due to incorrect adjustment of the footrests and legrests Before and during every journey it is imperative to ensure that the...

Page 77: ...ch to loosen the nut 1 and remove 2 Adjust to the desired depth Observe that the round holes are intended for the calf pad retaining screw and the oblong holes for the aglet without thread 3 Screw the...

Page 78: ...stable foot plate 5 mm Allen key 1 Use the Allen key to loosen both set screws on the foot plate 2 Adjust to the desired angle 3 Re tighten the screws 5 21 8 Adjusting the angle and depth adjustable f...

Page 79: ...ted legrests Tools 13 mm wrench The screws that allow width adjustment of side mounted legrests are located under the seat 1 1 Loosen the screws using the wrench 2 Adjust the legrest to the desired po...

Page 80: ...belt if installed is in perfect order The rear mirror if installed is adjusted so you can look behind at all times without having to bend forward or shift your seating position 6 2 Getting in and out...

Page 81: ...3 Always switch your mobility device off 4 Always engage both motor locks clutches and free wheel hubs if fitted to prevent wheels from moving 5 Depending on armrest type of your mobility device deta...

Page 82: ...Take Obstacles The following instructions how to take obstacles also apply for attendants if the mobility device is fitted with an attendant control Fig 6 3 Right Fig 6 4 Wrong Ascending 1 Approach ob...

Page 83: ...st of your seat or the seat tilt if adjustable seat tilt is available to an upright position before ascending slopes We recommend that you position the seat backrest or the seat tilt slightly to the r...

Page 84: ...n expected more than 100 N The necessary force nevertheless complies with the requirements of ISO 7176 14 The intended use of the freewheel mode is to maneuver the mobility device over short distances...

Page 85: ...disengage the motor Disengaging the motor 1 Switch off remote 2 Pull the engaging lever 1 upwards The motor is disengaged Engaging the motor 1 Push the engaging lever down 1 The motor is engaged Plea...

Page 86: ...trols system A specialised Invacare provider must perform the replacement You can find information on the fuse type in 11 Technical Data page108 7 2 Batteries Power is supplied by two 12 V batteries T...

Page 87: ...als for your remote and battery charger for the position of the charging socket and further information about charging the batteries WARNING Risk of explosion and destruction of batteries if the wrong...

Page 88: ...mend to store batteries at a temperature of 15 C Gel and AGM batteries are maintenance free Any performance issues should be handled by a properly trained mobility device technician 7 2 6 Instructions...

Page 89: ...goods This classification is based on the German GGVS Hazardous Goods Road Transport Ordinances and the IATA DGR Hazardous Goods Rail Transport Air Transport Ordinances Batteries may be transported w...

Page 90: ...ed batteries can be given back to your provider or directly to Invacare 7 2 10 Use the correct batteries CAUTION Risk of injury and risk of damage to the batteries if incorrect batteries are used Only...

Page 91: ...If mobility device with user must be transferred to vehicle using a ramp ensure that ramp does not exceed rated slope If mobility device must be transferred to vehicle using a ramp that does exceed ra...

Page 92: ...ed to vehicle via a lift when remote is turned on there is a risk that device may act erratically and fall off lift Before transferring mobility device via lift turn off product and disconnect either...

Page 93: ...kg or more When the user weight is lower than 22 kg do not use the wheelchair as a seat in a vehicle CAUTION There is a risk of injury if the mobility device is not properly secured during use as a ve...

Page 94: ...may also be obtained from Invacare as an option in other countries This mobility device complies with the requirements of ISO 7176 19 and may be used as a vehicle seat in connection with an anchoring...

Page 95: ...ith a posture belt this is no substitute for a proper safety belt which complies with ISO 10542 in the transport vehicle Always use the safety belt installed in the transport vehicle Safety belts must...

Page 96: ...able for use during transport The headrest must be adjusted to the user s ear height Seat belts may not be held at a distance from the user s body using parts of the mobility device such as armrests o...

Page 97: ...sk the transport company regarding each individual case Before transporting your mobility device make sure the motors are engaged and that the remote is switched off Invacare strongly recommends that...

Page 98: ...sure that the battery pole caps are attached at all times when you are not working on the battery poles CAUTION Risk of crushing The batteries are very heavy There is a risk of hand injury Be aware t...

Page 99: ...lchair to the rear 12 Pull the two batteries backwards out of the chassis and remove them Remember that the batteries are very heavy Fitting the batteries 1 Fit the batteries in the reverse order 2 En...

Page 100: ...points for the occupant restraint system should be located 10 60 mm outside wheels on each side The pelvic belt must be worn low across the front of the pelvis so that the angle of the pelvic belt is...

Page 101: ...r mobility device is removed from Dahl Docking station 4 When mobility device is properly secured warning tone ceases red LED goes out and green LED lights up 5 Buckle up with seat belt of vehicle Alw...

Page 102: ...ere while mobility device moves away If the manual unlocking procedure fails an emergency release tool made from red plastic comes with each Dahl Docking station 1 Move mobility device forward to rele...

Page 103: ...recognised product is permitted A list of the current permitted disinfectants is available from the Robert Koch Institute at http www rki de 9 3 Inspection Checks The following tables list inspection...

Page 104: ...lamping lever that holds the armrest see chapter 5 Setup page 27 Contact your provider Tires pneumatic Check that the tires are undamaged Contact your provider Check that the tires are inflated to the...

Page 105: ...damaged wheel contact your provider Because of safety reasons do not have the wheel repaired by yourself or by not authorised persons Dealing With Pneumatic Tyres Risk of damage to tyre and rim Never...

Page 106: ...emperature ranges as detailed below Allowable temperature range to store the mobility device is 40 up to 65 C Allowable temperature range to store batteries is 25 up to 65 C Even not being used batter...

Page 107: ...duct If any damage or malfunction is detected do not reuse the product 10 2 Disposal The equipment wrapping is potentially recyclable The metal parts are used for scrap metal recycling The plastic par...

Page 108: ...respective accessories Note that in some cases the measured values may vary up to 10 mm Permissible operating and storage conditions Temperature range for operation according to ISO 7176 9 25 50 C Rec...

Page 109: ...ressure in bar or kpa is marked on the side wall of the tire or the rim If more than one value is listed the lower one in the corresponding units applies Tolerance 0 3 bar 1 bar 100 kpa Caster tires T...

Page 110: ...onent with widest point in parentheses 680 mm measured from outer edge of armrests at seat width 43 770 mm measured from outer edge of armrests at seat width 53 Total length incl standard legrests 125...

Page 111: ...angle manual adjustment 0 4 8 Seat type Dimensions in accordance with ISO 7176 15 Recaro Modulite Total height 1290 1590 mm 1050 one piece seat plate 1100 1500 mm6 telescopic seat frame moving the ba...

Page 112: ...ts 480 mm 490 530 mm5 380 mm 390 480 mm5 430 mm 440 530 mm5 480 mm 490 580 mm5 530 mm 540 620 mm5 Seat depth 460 510 mm 410 510 mm Backrest height4 770 830 mm 480 540 mm sling back 560 660 mm telescop...

Page 113: ...460 mm 75 0 ADM manual 290 460 mm 75 0 Center mounted manual 280 385 mm 90 0 Center mounted powered LNX 340 490 mm 97 7 90 0 83 7 Weight7 Curb weight min 140 kg Component weights Batteries approx 22 k...

Page 114: ...cal topography road surface characteristics tire pressure weight of user drive style and use of batteries for lighting servos etc The specified values are theoretical maximum achievable values measure...

Page 115: ...pair instructions have been properly performed The list of the inspection jobs to be performed can be found in the service manual which is available through Invacare Delivery Inspection 1st Annual Ins...

Page 116: ...uthorised provider Date Signature Stamp of authorised provider Date Signature 4th Annual Inspection 5th Annual Inspection Stamp of authorised provider Date Signature Stamp of authorised provider Date...

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Page 120: ...vacare ie New Zealand Invacare New Zealand Ltd 4 Westfield Place Mt Wellington 1060 New Zealand Phone 0800 468 222 Fax 0800 807 788 sales invacare co nz www invacare co nz United Kingdom Invacare Limi...

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