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Fault Diagnosis Self-Help Guide 

If a system “trip” should occur, you can find out what has caused this, by counting 
the  number  of  “

Flashing

”  bars  on  the  Battery  Gauge.  Below  is  a  list  of  self

-help 

actions. Try to use this list before you contact your Service Agent. 
Refer to the number in the list that matches the number of flashing lights and follow 
the fault code diagnosis and recommended action. 

NOTE:  * 

If the programmable parameter Motor Swap, has been enabled, then left 

and right-hand references in this table will need transposing. 

FLASHING BAR 
CODES 

FAULT DIAGNOSIS and SUGGESTED ACTION 

1 BAR 
 
 

The Battery needs charging or there is a bad connection to the Battery. 
Check  connections to the Battery. If the connections are good, try 
charging the Battery. 

2 BAR 
 
 

The Left-hand Motor * has a bad connection.  
Check connections to the Left-hand Motor. 

3 BAR 
 
 

The Left-hand Motor * has a short circuit to a Battery connection. 
Contact your Service Agent. 

4 BAR 
 
 

The Right-hand Motor * has a bad connection.  
Check connections to the Right-hand Motor. 

5 BAR 
 
 

The Right-hand Motor * has a short circuit to a Battery connection. 
Contact your Service Agent. 

6 BAR 
 
 

The wheelchair is being prevented from driving by an external signal. 
Check Charger is disconnected from the Remote Controller. 

7 BAR 
 
 

A Joystick fault is indicated. 
Make sure that the Joystick is in the central position before switching 

“ON” the Control System. 

 

8 BAR 
 
 

A Control System fault is indicated. 
Make sure that all connections are secure. 

9 BAR 
 
 

The Parking Brakes have a bad connection. 
Check the Parking Brake and Motor connections are secure. 
Make sure the Control System connections are secure. 

10 BAR 
 
 

An excessive voltage has been applied to the Control System. This is 
usually caused by a poor Battery connection. Check all Battery 
connections for security. 

7 BAR + S 
 
 
 

A communication fault is indicated. 
Make sure that the Joystick cable is securely connected and not 
damaged. 

8 BAR + A 
 
 
 

An Actuator trip is indicated. 
Check Actuator wiring and connections. 

NOTE: Failure to identify the fault cause from the above, should be referred to your 
Service Agent. 

 

REMOTE CONTROL FAULT DIAGNOSIS  

Summary of Contents for IPC-S

Page 1: ...Powered Wheelchairs Instructions for Use Models IPC S and IPC T Edition Two Feb 2013...

Page 2: ...2...

Page 3: ...sponsibility 7 Warranty Terms and Conditions 7 Service Information 8 CE Declaration 8 Safety General Safety Instructions 9 Electromagnetic Compatibility 10 Environmental Conditions 10 Transferring to...

Page 4: ...r Suspension Fig 2 12 Width Adjustable Seat Frame Fig 2 12 Footrest Hangers and Footrests Fig 3a 13 Lock Mechanism for Seat Base Fig 3a 13 Retaining Lap Belt Fig 3a 13 Seat Board and Cushion Fig 3a 13...

Page 5: ...y to Drive 29 Driving Technique 30 Maintenance Intervals 31 32 Parking Brake Adjustment 33 Inspection and Security of Drive Wheels 33 Inspection and Security of Front Castors 34 Inspection of Drive Mo...

Page 6: ...ning of Users and Carers by suitably qualified personnel is essential to ensure correct and safe operation of the wheelchair Invicta IPC S and IPC T models must only be used in conjunction with approv...

Page 7: ...e classed as consumable items and will only be considered for repair or replacement under warranty where a failure is clearly identified as being a direct result of a manufacturing or material defect...

Page 8: ...C T marketed in the UK solely by Rehabilitation Manufacturing Services Limited conform to Class 1 requirements of Council Directive 93 42 EEC of 14th June 1993 concerning medical devices Are in confor...

Page 9: ...obstacle climbing height is 50mm 2 inches To exceed either of these limits could severly affect the overall stability of the wheelchair causing it to tip and lead to possible injury to the User Do NOT...

Page 10: ...hair including uncontrollable directional control or unexpected release of the electromagnetic brakes should be reported to your wheelchair supplier as soon as possible Environmental Conditions Enviro...

Page 11: ...s or outwards for any object which would require lifting their body weight off the wheelchair seat as this would change the centre of gravity and could therefore affect the wheelchair stability Leanin...

Page 12: ...Tie down Brackets Angle Adjustable Backrest 90 to 135 Front Transportation Tie down Brackets Puncture Proof Tyres Front Rear Two 31Amp hr Gel Batteries Rear Suspension Adjustable Seat Depth Width Adj...

Page 13: ...tify your specific model 13 MAIN COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Fig 3a Tension Adjustable Backrest Retaining Lap Belt Seat Board with Velcro attached Contoured Cushion Lock Mechanism for Removable Seat Swin...

Page 14: ...ir Lap or Pelvic Belt be used as the sole method of occupant restraint The safe occupant weight limit for transportation in the Invicta is 50Kg Although the Invicta Wheelchair Crash Tests were carried...

Page 15: ...Figs 12 15 For ease of working remove both Sidearms and both Footrest Hangers Fig 1 Remove Seat Base Panel retaining screws x 6 Fig 6 and lift Panel off Frame Remove screws and nuts a x 2 and slacken...

Page 16: ...set to the Drive position Fig 16 Tools Required 13mm Spanner 4 and 6mm Hexagon Keys For ease of working remove both Sidearms Fig 1 Remove Velcro attached Seat Cushion Remove Seat Base Panel retaining...

Page 17: ...135 Fig 10 Adjustment is made by slackening screws a Fig 18 and removing screws b to allow the Backrest to pivot around screw a until one of the two holes in the lower Backrest Frame aligns with the a...

Page 18: ...ded panel with motive Fig 14 upwards at the rear of the Backrest towards the top Finally folding the last panel over the top of the Backrest and securing to the front of the via the Velcro panels Wher...

Page 19: ...is refitted to the same angle as before With the Frame disconnected lift clear and slide lower Adjustment Panel off the Frame Re install Backrest Frame to the Connecting Plates using the original scr...

Page 20: ...rom the wheelchair leaving just the Hanger Mounts attached to the Seat Frame Fig 17a Remove screws and nuts a and slacken grub screws b Slide Hanger Mount in or out of the Seat Frame to the nearest re...

Page 21: ...e Hanger to the required position Re tighten grub screw sufficiently to prevent movement NOTE Ensure there is at least 40mm of Footrest Stem inside the Hangers before tightening grub screws Footrest A...

Page 22: ...ector Fig 21 The Power Tilt Actuator Cable on the IPC T model must also be disconnected at the white black connector Fig 22 Both located just forward of the rear main Chassis Remove both Sidearms comp...

Page 23: ...26 Re installation of the Batteries is by the reverse step by step of the removal procedures On completion of reassembly and final connection of cables ensure the Drive Selector Lever Fig 2 is set in...

Page 24: ...also has built in status indication with the following signals Battery Gauge is Steady This indicates that all is well Battery Gauge Flashes Slowly The control system is functioning correctly but you...

Page 25: ...r cord with round plug to safely reach the socket on the underside of the Remote Controller Fig 28b Connect the Charger Power Cable to the Remote Controller Fig 28b and plug Mains cable into the Mains...

Page 26: ...ables Your Control System uses industrial grade components throughout ensuring reliable operation in a wide range of conditions However you will improve the reliability of the Control System if you ke...

Page 27: ...lly applied If the wheelchair is fitted with an actuator the Joystick may also be used to select the actuator direction The Horn Button will sound the horn when the button is depressed The Profile Ind...

Page 28: ...d Motor has a bad connection Check connections to the Right hand Motor 5 BAR The Right hand Motor has a short circuit to a Battery connection Contact your Service Agent 6 BAR The wheelchair is being p...

Page 29: ...earm to be repositioned upwards or downwards Retighten Thumb screw ensuring the screw thread engages into the required positioning hole To set the Remote Controller in the correct position slacken bot...

Page 30: ...as above this could affect the dynamic stability of the wheelchair NEVER attempt to negotiate steps or stairs Do not drive your wheelchair in places or on surfaces where a loss of wheel grip could occ...

Page 31: ...page 24 Component Security Confirm security of Sidearms Footrest Hangers and Footplates Also correct adjustment of the Lap Belt and any positioning Harness or Foot Control devices when fitted Cables I...

Page 32: ...cess movement and smooth turning Fig 34 page 34 Check that the wheels spin freely and without axial run out Drive Motor Brushes To avoid possible damage to the Drive Motors it is recommended by the Mo...

Page 33: ...d in this position and while ensuring the Brake Bar is at 90 to the tyre retighten both Brake Mounting Clamp screws sufficiently to prevent any movement Repeat this procedure for the opposite side App...

Page 34: ...gent and thereafter at 6 monthly intervals to maintain peak Motor performance Each Drive Motor is fitted with two Brushes however as access to the inner Brush Retaining Cap is limited by the Battery C...

Page 35: ...he RMS PB002 with single Pull tight plastic buckle Separate the Belt at the main buckle by depressing the locking tongue Fig 438 With the User seated route each end of the Lap Belt up and over the Use...

Page 36: ...disinfectant added DO NOT USE any scrubbing agents DO NOT USE high pressure cleaning devices DO NOT subject the electronic components to direct contact with water Wipe off all cleaned areas with a cl...

Page 37: ...een maintained according to the manufacturer s recommendations When the time comes to replace your wheelchair please remember to dispose of the device responsibly and recycle as many parts as possible...

Page 38: ...7cm Maximum Obstacle Climbing 5cm Dynamic Stability 10 Front Castor Wheels with puncture proof tyres unless otherwise requested 200 x 50mm Rear Drive Wheels with puncture proof tyres unless otherwise...

Page 39: ...ack Powder Coating Chassis Frame Aluminium finished in Silver Metallic Powder Coating INVICTA IPC T Tilt in Space Model Seat Width 30cm Std Seat Depth 29cm adjustable Seat Width 35 5cm Std Seat Depth...

Page 40: ...ional Brackets Padded Pelvic Belts Harnesses Butterfly Sternum Shoulder Dynamic Alternative Remote Controllers Attendant Controller Mid line Controller mounted to Clear Plastic tray Attendant Hand hel...

Page 41: ...41 USER NOTES...

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Page 44: ...Powered Wheelchairs MEDWAY HOUSE 277 Gillingham Road Gillingham Kent ME7 4QX Tel 01634 578881 Fax 01634 581456 Email address sales rms kent co uk...

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