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Invacare® Formula™ CG
Seating

Power Wheelchair Seat: Tilt, Recline,
Elevate, Tilt/Recline

This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.

Summary of Contents for Formula CG Elevate

Page 1: ...mula CG Seating en Power Wheelchair Seat Tilt Recline Elevate Tilt Recline User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product BEFORE using this product read this manual and save for futu...

Page 2: ...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 Corporation or its subsidiaries unles...

Page 3: ...3 3 Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Emissions 25 4 Label Locations 26 4 1 All Wheelchairs 26 5 Technical Data 27 5 1 Specifications 27 5 1 1 Models 27 5 1 2 Seat 27 5 1 3 Weight 28 5 1 4 Weight Ca...

Page 4: ...70 Taper Footrest 53 7 7 Installing Removing Elevating Legrests 53 7 7 1 Installing 53 7 7 2 Removing 54 7 8 Replacing Heel Loops 54 7 9 Removing Installing the Manual Center Mount Footrest 54 7 9 1...

Page 5: ...adrest Depth Direction 71 7 30 Replacing Headrest 71 7 31 About Batteries 71 7 32 Installing Removing the Batteries TDX SP with Elevating Seat 75 7 32 1 Removing the Batteries 75 7 32 2 Installing the...

Page 6: ...s not avoided Gives useful tips recommendations and information for efficient trouble free use 1 2 Reference Documents Refer to the wheelchair base user manual for additional safety and operation info...

Page 7: ...are products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recomm...

Page 8: ...mouthpiece and breath tube may cause injury or damage Water inside the Sip n Puff interface module may cause damage to the unit Excessive saliva residue in the mouthpiece straw can reduce performance...

Page 9: ...d DO NOT use wheelchair in a shower DO NOT leave wheelchair in a damp area for any length of time Check to ensure that the battery covers are secured in place joystick boot is NOT torn or cracked wher...

Page 10: ...n and increase caster wear resulting in serious injury or damage Move the seating system ONLY when necessary to fit the wheelchair to the user If the seating system must be moved ALWAYS inspect the wh...

Page 11: ...transport warnings and instructions may result in injury damage or death Wheelchair occupants should transfer into the vehicle seat and use the OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer vehicle installed re...

Page 12: ...air Transport Brackets TRBKTS TRBKTS includes four factory installed wheelchair transport brackets As of this date the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down systems for transporta...

Page 13: ...as been dynamically tested to rely on WHEELCHAIR ANCHORED pelvic belts If desired VEHICLE ANCHORED pelvic belts may be used Use both pelvic and upper torso belts WARNING Risk of Injury Damage or Death...

Page 14: ...r serious injury from the wheelchair tipping over NEVER operate the wheelchair or elevate lower the seat while in any tilted reclined back angle position over 20 relative to the vertical position If t...

Page 15: ...ured properly to ensure that cables DO NOT become entangled and damaged during normal operation of seating system WARNING Systems equipped with power legrests only Never allow items to become trapped...

Page 16: ...ctrical components damaged by corrosion MUST be replaced immediately Wheelchairs that are used by incontinent users and or are frequently exposed to water liquids may require replacement of electrical...

Page 17: ...tioning strap MUST be replaced IMMEDIATELY WARNING Risk of Injury Damage or Death Use of the wheelchair while judgement or ability is impaired may result in injury damage or death DO NOT operate the w...

Page 18: ...transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use of the wheelchair ALWAYS shift your weight in the direction you are...

Page 19: ...additional person s DO NOT carry heavy objects on your lap while operating the wheelchair WARNING Risk of Injury or Damage Improper position and activity such as reaching bending or transferring may...

Page 20: ...with the movement of the front casters Otherwise damage to the wheelchair may result or may impede proper operation 2 1 3 Reaching Leaning and Bending Forward Many activities require the wheelchair u...

Page 21: ...resence of a qualified healthcare professional to determine individual safety limits 2 Turn power button OFF BEFORE entering or exiting the wheelchair 3 Reduce gap between transfer surface and wheelch...

Page 22: ...t a pinch point C may occur when rotating the center mount front rigging assembly WARNING Risk of Injury Pinch points can cause injury A pinch point D exists between the center mount footrest and cast...

Page 23: ...s and combustible products may result in injury or damage DO NOT store or use wheelchair near open flames or other heat sources DO NOT store or use wheelchair near combustible products 2 1 8 Weight Tr...

Page 24: ...f radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types 1 Hand held Portable transceivers transmitters receivers with the antenna mounted directly on the transmitting unit Examples include citizens...

Page 25: ...powered wheelchair and Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to Invacare and note whether there is a source of EMI nearby WARNING Important Information 20 volts per meter V m is...

Page 26: ...eath Ensure labels are present and legible ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION A N A Serial Number Label B See Note Below Weight Capacity Label C 1114823 Repositioning Seat Label D 1114823 Seat Chest Positio...

Page 27: ...t Recline 17 5 18 5 or 19 5 5 inch Tilt Elevate Tilt Recline Elevate 18 5 5 inch Overall Width Base 25 to 27 inches Overall Height 53 inches Overall Length 48 inches in upright position Back Height Ra...

Page 28: ...ater than 275 lbs the weight capacity of the power wheelchair is 275 lbs Example The power wheelchair has a 300 lb weight capacity the seating system still has a weight capacity of 275 lbs so the powe...

Page 29: ...ious Injury or Damage Attaching hardware that is loosely secured could cause loss of stability resulting in serious injury or damage After ANY adjustments repair or service and before use make sure th...

Page 30: ...al position If the drive lock out does not stop the wheelchair from operating or the seat from elevating lowering in a tilt recline back angle position over 20 relative to vertical DO NOT operate the...

Page 31: ...ore which the drive lock out is activated This may affect the wheelchair user s line of sight while driving Make sure the wheelchair user can see properly to ensure safe driving 20 back angle can be a...

Page 32: ...k and allow the wheelchair to come to a full stop before changing directions Traveling at high speeds reduces traction and increases stopping distance DO NOT drive in an elevated position while on an...

Page 33: ...seconds 1 Make sure the wheelchair is on a level surface and that the wheelchair is turned on 2 Press and hold the powered seating switch to activate the actuator until the seating system is in the de...

Page 34: ...s Up Decrease the Recline Angle Increase the Recline Angle Formula CG Elevate Only Elevate Up Elevate Down OFF OFF Formula CG Tilt Recline Elevate with Legs Increase Decrease the Tilt Angle Increase D...

Page 35: ...cons E Text C Tilt Down Icon Move the joystick down to use this function F Icon 1 Make sure the wheelchair is on a level surface 2 Select a drive that has the Actuator Control Switch Mode icon display...

Page 36: ...powered seating system the selected icon will display on the screen along with text indicating the current operation Detail C 6 5 Turning the Power On Off SPJ Joysticks CMPJ Joysticks 1 To turn the po...

Page 37: ...has automatic speed and direction compensation to minimize corrections When first learning to drive select a slow speed and try to drive the wheelchair as slowly as possible by pushing the joystick sl...

Page 38: ...eed Control Buttons The speed control buttons C tortoise button and hare button are used to set and adjust the maximum speed 1 To adjust the speed perform one of the following Adjust Speed in 20 Incre...

Page 39: ...he Information Gauge display also serves as a system diagnostic device when a fault is detected by the control module A specific number of flashes of the LEDs indicate the type of fault detected Refer...

Page 40: ...ive control meaning that the further the joystick is pushed from the upright neutral position the faster the wheelchair or seat moves Your top speed however is limited by the programmed settings To sl...

Page 41: ...evel the user should charge the batteries as soon as possible The lower half of the LCD display is the Information Center The Information Center displays current data on the wheelchair LCD DISPLAY ITE...

Page 42: ...lighted when the Mode is active The operator changes modes by pressing the Mode Select Switch The available modes are as follows to Digital 3 Speed 1 3 RIM Mode No Driving Automatic Positioning Powere...

Page 43: ...ystick forward to enter new date and time Battery Voltage BATTERY VOLTAGE Displays current battery voltage This is a diagnostic test a user can perform prior to a service call Fault Code FAULT CODES D...

Page 44: ...his is displayed if the controller supports G Trac SANODE or Single Actuator Control Interface Mouse Only 4 way Switch Box IR Mouse Multiple Actuator Control Box 6 8 7 CMPJ Joystick Programmable Mono...

Page 45: ...n Mode Tilt Recline Mode Information Center Display Selection does not require Reset activation at power up If any of the above modes are selected the control will require activation of the switch imm...

Page 46: ...between the bottom of the footplates and ground floor to ensure proper ground clearance while the wheelchair is in motion If necessary adjust the footplates height to achieve proper ground clearance...

Page 47: ...ever downward with other hand 6 12 Adjusting Calfpads 1 Rotate the calfpad A towards outside of the wheelchair 2 Slide the calfpad up or down until the desired position is obtained If one of the top t...

Page 48: ...ntal position 2 Pull up on the flip back armrest and remove the armrest from the front arm socket C 3 Continue to pull up on the flip back armrest until the armrest is out of the way 4 Repeat STEPS 1...

Page 49: ...ver 20 relative to vertical DO NOT operate the wheelchair or elevate lower the seat DO NOT attempt to adjust the drive lock out Have the wheelchair serviced by a qualified technician The wheelchair us...

Page 50: ...T become entangled and damaged during normal operation of seating system q Ensure proper operation of powered functions Example seating and legrests 7 2 Wear and Tear Information General Information N...

Page 51: ...cked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced if necessary 7 4 1 Inspect Adjust Weekly q Inspect all fasteners q Ensure proper operation of powered functions Example seating and legrest...

Page 52: ...cure q Ensure adjustable height arms operate and lock securely q Ensure upholstery does not have any rips or tears q Ensure armrest pad sits flush against arm tube q Ensure arms are secure but easy to...

Page 53: ...lease lever D inward rotate footrest outward 6 Adjust footrest height if desired Refer to Footrest Height Adjustment 7 7 Installing Removing Elevating Legrests 7 7 1 Installing 1 Turn legrest A to sid...

Page 54: ...olt F spacer G and locknut H that secure the existing heel loop I to the lower footrest 5 Slide the existing heel loop off the lower footrest 6 Replace heel loop 7 Reverse STEPS 1 6 to reassemble When...

Page 55: ...rame D 2 Hold the footrest with one hand and engage the release lever with the other while simultaneously pulling the center mount footrest out of the mounting bracket of the seat frame 7 10 Adjusting...

Page 56: ...front tube D to the side rail E 2 Remove existing telescoping front rigging 3 Perform one of the following Reclining Seating Systems Only Refer to Detail A and the list below to determine the mountin...

Page 57: ...djustable Angle Flip up Footplates The footplate is pre assembled and is loosely held together with mounting screws washers and locknuts The footplate assembly is shown exploded for clarity 1 Slide th...

Page 58: ...ring heel loop to the footrest assembly tighten mounting screw until the spacer is secure 7 15 Removing Installing Adjusting the Adjustable Heel Loop If the user s physical or medical condition and he...

Page 59: ...trips securing the adjustable heel loop E to the lower footrest tube I 2 Determine the heel loop length and depth appropriate for the wheelchair user A red line J is included on the hook strip to help...

Page 60: ...16 2 Removing 1 Unlock the flip back armrest B by positioning the flip back armrest release lever A into the unlocked horizontal position 2 Remove the quick release pin F that secures the flip back a...

Page 61: ...wer footrest to the footrest support and tighten securely 6 Repeat STEPS 1 5 for the opposite wheelchair footrest if necessary 7 Reinstall the footrest s onto the wheelchair Refer to Footrest Height A...

Page 62: ...gle Flip Up Footplates Angle Adjustment Perpendicular and or Inversion Eversion Adjustment Depth Adjustment 7 18 1 Depth Adjustment Observe the angle of the footplate for reinstallation The settings f...

Page 63: ...the necessary angle to accommodate the user 3 Retighten the two flat screws washers and locknuts 7 18 3 Perpendicular and or Inversion Eversion Adjustment It is not necessary to remove the footplate...

Page 64: ...on the center mount footrest while operating the wheelchair If the user s feet are allowed to rest off the side of the center mount footrest they may come in contact with the caster possibly resulting...

Page 65: ...avoid use of the wheelchair if possible 1 Engage the release lever with one hand not shown and move the center mount footrest A to the desired angle with the other hand 2 Disengage the release lever n...

Page 66: ...r Spacers 7 22 Adjusting the Footplate Angle Manual Center Mount Footrest is shown for reference A Rear view of footplate C is shown for clarity 1 Flip footplate up 2 Rotate the adjustment screw B in...

Page 67: ...rease the rotation effort 3 Repeat STEPS 1 and 2 for the other footplate 7 24 Adjusting the Back Angle 1 Loosen but DO NOT remove the two lower hex screws A securing the cane brackets B to the back ca...

Page 68: ...on 7 Turn the adjustment lock lever to secure the joystick mounting tube into the mounting bracket 7 26 Disconnecting Connecting the SPJ Joysticks The joystick connector is located at the rear of the...

Page 69: ...ay from the network connector 2 Connect the network connector to the other connectors 3 Top D and Bottom E Connectors Install connector caps onto the network connector 4 Push the latch in to secure th...

Page 70: ...positioning straps E to the seat frame F 4 Remove the seat positioning straps 5 Install the two new seat positioning straps inside of the seat frame as shown 6 Secure the seat positioning strap and q...

Page 71: ...necessary reposition the headrest to the desired depth by sliding the headrest towards the front of the wheelchair or towards the rear of the wheelchair 3 If necessary reposition the headrest to the...

Page 72: ...proper installation of the battery can result in injury or damage Batteries can weigh up to 52 lbs 23 6 kg ALWAYS use a battery lifting strap when lifting the battery It is the most reliable method of...

Page 73: ...teries with terminal configuration as shown MUST be used Terminals MUST have a cross hole in them as shown The POSITIVE RED battery cable MUST connect to the POSITIVE battery terminals posts The NEGAT...

Page 74: ...ground flat surface as shown below 2 Visually inspect the battery to ensure proper polarity Tools Required Have the following tools available TOOL QTY COMMENTS Battery Lifting Strap 1 Supplied 1 2 inc...

Page 75: ...r Refer to Elevate the seat to the highest position Refer to the owner s manual shipped with wheelchair If external power source is not available to elevate the seat remove the seat assembly Refer to...

Page 76: ...ness TDX SP with Elevating Seat Only page 79 2 Using the battery handle and battery strap K position the front battery L into the battery box J 3 Using the battery handle position the rear battery int...

Page 77: ...trongly recommended that two assistants lift the seat assembly when performing this procedure 7 33 1 Removing 1 Disconnect the joystick Refer to Disconnecting Connecting the Joystick 2 Remove the seat...

Page 78: ...ing the two socket screws secure the seat pan to the seat frame 5 Install the seat cushion 6 Connect the joystick Refer to Disconnecting Connecting the Joystick 7 34 Removing Installing the Wheelchair...

Page 79: ...wheelchair frame as a single unit 1 Remove the two socket head screws F securing the front shroud battery retention bracket to the base frame C 2 Lift up to unhook the battery retention bracket from t...

Page 80: ...erform STEPS 8 14 using the new batteries or wiring harness 1 Remove the batteries from the wheelchair 2 Cut the tie wraps A that secure the battery terminal covers to the battery terminals 3 Slide th...

Page 81: ...r mounting hardware from POSITIVE red battery cable mounting screw 5 Remove the locknut F that secures the bracket of the POSITIVE battery cable G to the POSITIVE battery post of the battery H 6 Remov...

Page 82: ...D Perform one of the following Gap is 1 to 1 inch Gap Seating system is in the proper mounting position Gap is Greater than 1 inches Seating system is not in the proper mounting position Proceed to Ad...

Page 83: ...ve 1 to 1 inch of clearance between the front riggings and the front casters in all caster positions Wheelchairs with Manual or Power Center Mount Front Rigging Slide the seat frame mounting brackets...

Page 84: ...manual Seating system not functioning or working intermittently Low batteries Faulty electrical connection Seat has been driven under a heavy load for an extended period of time Charge batteries Chec...

Page 85: ...s been driven under a heavy load for an extended period of time Charge batteries Check all connections Allow time for the electronics to cool down Light Duty Use 8 1 4 SPJ SPJ w PSS or SPJ w ACC Joyst...

Page 86: ...isplay DESCRIPTION DEFINITION COMMENTS All LEDs are off Power is off All LEDs are on Power is on Fewer than three LEDs on implies reduced battery charge Left Red LED is flashing Battery charge is low...

Page 87: ...ating with steady display Joystick is in programming inhibit and or charging mode The steady LEDs indicate the current state of the battery charge All LEDs are flashing slowly Joystick has detected Ou...

Page 88: ...wheelchair base owner s manual Check that battery cables are connected properly If necessary replace batteries Refer to the wheelchair base owner s manual 3 Left Motor Fault Contact Invacare Dealer f...

Page 89: ...tible or incorrect Remote Wrong type of remote connected Contact Invacare Dealer for service 8 1 5 CMPJ PSR PSF Joysticks or Displays SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE solutions LEFT BRAKE FAULT or RIGHT BRAKE F...

Page 90: ...de E19 Recalibrate the joystick joystick throw procedure CTRL NOT CONNECTED The CMPJ or Display module is not communicating with the control module Error code E200 Check the connections between the jo...

Page 91: ...Have charger checked Replace batteries if necessary Motor chatters or runs irregular Motor gearbox malfunction Stop use of Wheelchair Contact Dealer Invacare for Service Joystick erratic or does not...

Page 92: ...coverage under this warranty If within such warranty periods any such product component shall be proven to be defective the product component shall be repaired or replaced at Invacare s option This wa...

Page 93: ...fects in materials and workmanship for a period of two 2 years from the date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer with a copy of the seller s invoice required for coverage under this warranty Invacar...

Page 94: ...ility and fitness for a particular purpose and the sole remedy for violations of any warranty whatsoever shall be limited to repair or replacement of the defective product pursuant to the terms contai...

Page 95: ...Notes...

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