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...THIS EQUIPMENT - WHEELCHAIR USERS: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING (1) THE OWNER'S OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL AND (2) THE SEATING SYSTEM'S MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE). OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. Formula™ Powered Seating 2 Part...Manual PART NUMBER 1141471 1143203 1123820 ƽ WARNING Refer to wheelchair base owner's manual for additional safety and operation information. NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are available on www.invacare.com. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS ƽ WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM...
...THIS EQUIPMENT - WHEELCHAIR USERS: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING (1) THE OWNER'S OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL AND (2) THE SEATING SYSTEM'S MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE). OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. Formula™ Powered Seating 2 Part...Manual PART NUMBER 1141471 1143203 1123820 ƽ WARNING Refer to wheelchair base owner's manual for additional safety and operation information. NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are available on www.invacare.com. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS ƽ WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM...
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...CONTENTS REFERENCE DOCUMENTS 2 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT 4 SPECIAL NOTES 5 LABEL LOCATIONS 7 All Wheelchairs...7 Wheelchairs with Elevate ...8 Wheelchairs with Ventilator Trays ...8 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS 9 Formula Powered Seating Systems...9 SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES 11 Repair or Service Information ...11 Operation Information ......4-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 18 Safety Inspection Checklists...18 Troubleshooting...20 SECTION 5-WHEELCHAIR OPERATION 23 A Note About Drive Lock-Out ...23 Operating Powered Seating Systems 24 MPJ+ Joystick Switches and Indicators 28 Preparing the ...
...CONTENTS REFERENCE DOCUMENTS 2 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT 4 SPECIAL NOTES 5 LABEL LOCATIONS 7 All Wheelchairs...7 Wheelchairs with Elevate ...8 Wheelchairs with Ventilator Trays ...8 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS 9 Formula Powered Seating Systems...9 SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES 11 Repair or Service Information ...11 Operation Information ......4-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 18 Safety Inspection Checklists...18 Troubleshooting...20 SECTION 5-WHEELCHAIR OPERATION 23 A Note About Drive Lock-Out ...23 Operating Powered Seating Systems 24 MPJ+ Joystick Switches and Indicators 28 Preparing the ...
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...63 Cleaning Battery Terminals ...66 Removing/Installing the Batteries From/Into the Wheelchair 66 When to complete your registration. Formula™ Powered Seating 4 Part No 1122170 Register ONLINE at warranty.invacare.com Please have your model number and purchase date available to Charge Batteries...REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT The benefits of your investment. 2. Any registration information you submit will only be used by Invacare Corporation and protected as required by applicable laws and regulations. Safeguarding your product. 3. Ensuring long-term maintenance and servicing of registering...
...63 Cleaning Battery Terminals ...66 Removing/Installing the Batteries From/Into the Wheelchair 66 When to complete your registration. Formula™ Powered Seating 4 Part No 1122170 Register ONLINE at warranty.invacare.com Please have your model number and purchase date available to Charge Batteries...REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT The benefits of your investment. 2. Any registration information you submit will only be used by Invacare Corporation and protected as required by applicable laws and regulations. Safeguarding your product. 3. Ensuring long-term maintenance and servicing of registering...
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...™ Powered Seating Use these transport brackets only to the table below for the purposes described in this manual. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any type. Refer to secure an unoccupied wheelchair during transport. SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are used by the auto industry. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to...
...™ Powered Seating Use these transport brackets only to the table below for the purposes described in this manual. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any type. Refer to secure an unoccupied wheelchair during transport. SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are used by the auto industry. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to...
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...appear, belt MUST be replaced immediately. It is not designed for use with Invacare accessories. Refer to wheelchair base owner's manual for additional safety and operation information. ƽ POWERED SEATING SYSTEM WARNINGS This seating system has been custom designed and will be replaced ... are frequently exposed to the user. SPECIAL NOTES ƽ WARNING Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare products. Wheelchairs that needs to be made by Invacare and are not recommended for maintaining and adjusting the seating system. ...
...appear, belt MUST be replaced immediately. It is not designed for use with Invacare accessories. Refer to wheelchair base owner's manual for additional safety and operation information. ƽ POWERED SEATING SYSTEM WARNINGS This seating system has been custom designed and will be replaced ... are frequently exposed to the user. SPECIAL NOTES ƽ WARNING Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare products. Wheelchairs that needs to be made by Invacare and are not recommended for maintaining and adjusting the seating system. ...
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Part No 1122170 7 Formula™ Powered Seating All Wheelchairs Weight Capacity Label located here WA R N I N G Refer to Service Manual to Owner's Manual shipped with wheelchair base for additional labels located on the airline style seat positioning strap. P/N 1114823 Rev B - 5/10/06 Serial Number Located HERE NOTE: Auto style seat positioning strap shown. LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS NOTE: Refer to reposition the seat - otherwise serious personal injury and damage will result. This label is also on wheelchair base.
Part No 1122170 7 Formula™ Powered Seating All Wheelchairs Weight Capacity Label located here WA R N I N G Refer to Service Manual to Owner's Manual shipped with wheelchair base for additional labels located on the airline style seat positioning strap. P/N 1114823 Rev B - 5/10/06 Serial Number Located HERE NOTE: Auto style seat positioning strap shown. LABEL LOCATIONS LABEL LOCATIONS NOTE: Refer to reposition the seat - otherwise serious personal injury and damage will result. This label is also on wheelchair base.
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LABEL LOCATIONS Wheelchairs with Elevate Wheelchairs with Ventilator Trays Formula™ Powered Seating 8 Part No 1122170
LABEL LOCATIONS Wheelchairs with Elevate Wheelchairs with Ventilator Trays Formula™ Powered Seating 8 Part No 1122170
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This means the maximum weight limitation of the wheelchair is 300 lbs and additional items equal 25 lbs, subtract 25 lbs from 300 lbs. Part No 1122170 9 Formula™ Powered Seating TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Formula Powered Seating Systems SEAT WIDTH RANGE: SEAT DEPTH RANGE SMALL FRAME: LARGE FRAME: EXTRA LARGE FRAME...
This means the maximum weight limitation of the wheelchair is 300 lbs and additional items equal 25 lbs, subtract 25 lbs from 300 lbs. Part No 1122170 9 Formula™ Powered Seating TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Formula Powered Seating Systems SEAT WIDTH RANGE: SEAT DEPTH RANGE SMALL FRAME: LARGE FRAME: EXTRA LARGE FRAME...
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...WARNING If the seating system is mounted onto a power wheelchair that has a weight limitation greater than that the user may require [back pack, etc.]). Example: If a seating system with a weight limitation of 300 lbs is mounted onto a power wheelchair with 24-inch high back. **NOTE: Weight ...limitation is total weight (user weight plus any additional items that of 400 lbs, then the power wheelchair is maintained at the seating system's limitation. Formula™ Powered Seating 10 Part No 1122170 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS *OVERALL LENGTH WITH MANUAL CENTER MOUNT FOOTREST AT 90...
...WARNING If the seating system is mounted onto a power wheelchair that has a weight limitation greater than that the user may require [back pack, etc.]). Example: If a seating system with a weight limitation of 300 lbs is mounted onto a power wheelchair with 24-inch high back. **NOTE: Weight ...limitation is total weight (user weight plus any additional items that of 400 lbs, then the power wheelchair is maintained at the seating system's limitation. Formula™ Powered Seating 10 Part No 1122170 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS *OVERALL LENGTH WITH MANUAL CENTER MOUNT FOOTREST AT 90...
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... are not recommended for use in conjunction with Invacare products. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are clear of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). Invacare products are frequently exposed to water may occur when.... Incorrect settings could cause injury to the driver, bystanders, damage to the wheelchair and to floor height. Before adjusting, repairing or servicing the wheelchair, ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power Off, otherwise, injury or damage may occur. Operation Information Performance adjustments should...
... are not recommended for use in conjunction with Invacare products. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are clear of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). Invacare products are frequently exposed to water may occur when.... Incorrect settings could cause injury to the driver, bystanders, damage to the wheelchair and to floor height. Before adjusting, repairing or servicing the wheelchair, ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power Off, otherwise, injury or damage may occur. Operation Information Performance adjustments should...
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... hands and fingers clear of wear appear, belt MUST be replaced immediately. Formula™ Powered Seating 12 Part No 1122170 DO NOT shift your seat. ALWAYS wear your wheelchair. DO NOT leave the power button On when entering or exiting your seat positioning strap. DO NOT lean over the ...top of the wheelchair. When getting in or out of the wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are in the ...
... hands and fingers clear of wear appear, belt MUST be replaced immediately. Formula™ Powered Seating 12 Part No 1122170 DO NOT shift your seat. ALWAYS wear your wheelchair. DO NOT leave the power button On when entering or exiting your seat positioning strap. DO NOT lean over the ...top of the wheelchair. When getting in or out of the wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are in the ...
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... DO NOT use if joystick boot is void. *NOTE: Specific actuator controls are transferring onto. Avoid storing or using the wheelchair. Otherwise, damage to the power legrest could cause a fire, death, physical injury or property damage. If loose, contact a qualified technician for each function ...or combination throughout this manual. If such devices are used, Invacare shall not be routed and secured properly to ensure that ...
... DO NOT use if joystick boot is void. *NOTE: Specific actuator controls are transferring onto. Avoid storing or using the wheelchair. Otherwise, damage to the power legrest could cause a fire, death, physical injury or property damage. If loose, contact a qualified technician for each function ...or combination throughout this manual. If such devices are used, Invacare shall not be routed and secured properly to ensure that ...
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...weight training. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a seat for bodily injury and the warranty is void. otherwise, injury or damage may result. Formula™ Powered Seating 14 Part No 1122170 DO NOT exceed the limit - Invacare wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as... a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any attachments) of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. SECTION 1-...
...weight training. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a seat for bodily injury and the warranty is void. otherwise, injury or damage may result. Formula™ Powered Seating 14 Part No 1122170 DO NOT exceed the limit - Invacare wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as... a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall not be liable for any attachments) of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. SECTION 1-...
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... and police transceivers, cellular telephones, and other personal communication devices). Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in unintended directions. However, we know, are not apparent and exposure is interfering electromagnetic energy...referred to a certain intensity. The interference (from sources such as powered wheelchairs) may be susceptible to release its "immunity level." Each powered wheelchair can also permanently damage the powered wheelchair's control system. It can resist EMI up to as radio ...
... and police transceivers, cellular telephones, and other personal communication devices). Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in unintended directions. However, we know, are not apparent and exposure is interfering electromagnetic energy...referred to a certain intensity. The interference (from sources such as powered wheelchairs) may be susceptible to release its "immunity level." Each powered wheelchair can also permanently damage the powered wheelchair's control system. It can resist EMI up to as radio ...
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... all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of the powered wheelchair); SECTION 2-EMI INFORMATION ƽ WARNING Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting ... level of electromagnetic interference, which however will remain within the tolerances permitted by Invacare may make it more susceptible to EMI (NOTE: There is no easy way to the powered wheelchair manufacturer, and note whether there is a source of EM energy very close to...
... all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of the powered wheelchair); SECTION 2-EMI INFORMATION ƽ WARNING Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting ... level of electromagnetic interference, which however will remain within the tolerances permitted by Invacare may make it more susceptible to EMI (NOTE: There is no easy way to the powered wheelchair manufacturer, and note whether there is a source of EM energy very close to...
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... the full upright position. Make sure the hands and body of the occupant, attendants and bystanders are clear of the wheelchair, refer to floor height. Pinch Points ƽ WARNING A pinch point exists between walking beam/head tube cap and... telescoping tube when the seat is in the lowest seat to the owner's manual that shipped with the wheelchair base. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the full upright position or lowering the elevated seat. A pinch point... Caster Pinch Point Pinch Points FIGURE 3.1 Pinch Points Part No 1122170 17 Formula™ Powered Seating
... the full upright position. Make sure the hands and body of the occupant, attendants and bystanders are clear of the wheelchair, refer to floor height. Pinch Points ƽ WARNING A pinch point exists between walking beam/head tube cap and... telescoping tube when the seat is in the lowest seat to the owner's manual that shipped with the wheelchair base. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to the full upright position or lowering the elevated seat. A pinch point... Caster Pinch Point Pinch Points FIGURE 3.1 Pinch Points Part No 1122170 17 Formula™ Powered Seating
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... arm tube. ❑ Check that all electrical connections are secure. ❑ Check that cables DO NOT become entangled and damaged during normal operation of your wheelchair. Formula™ Powered Seating 18 Part No 1122170 Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures and those in the owner's manual shipped with the...
... arm tube. ❑ Check that all electrical connections are secure. ❑ Check that cables DO NOT become entangled and damaged during normal operation of your wheelchair. Formula™ Powered Seating 18 Part No 1122170 Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures and those in the owner's manual shipped with the...
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...Contact Invacare/Dealer for an extended period of time. Low batteries. Faulty electrical connection. Formula™ Powered Seating 20 Part No 1122170 Refer to neutral position (upright and drive lock-out angle (20°). disengaged. Charge batteries. SYMPTOM Wheelchair Power On ...but does not drive. PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS System tilted or reclined beyond Return to Operating Powered Seating Systems on page 24. See wheelchair base owner's manual. Seat has been driven under ...
...Contact Invacare/Dealer for an extended period of time. Low batteries. Faulty electrical connection. Formula™ Powered Seating 20 Part No 1122170 Refer to neutral position (upright and drive lock-out angle (20°). disengaged. Charge batteries. SYMPTOM Wheelchair Power On ...but does not drive. PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS System tilted or reclined beyond Return to Operating Powered Seating Systems on page 24. See wheelchair base owner's manual. Seat has been driven under ...
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...control is active and can be charged wheelchair does not drive. (Error code E14). Replace if necessary. Contact Dealer/Invacare for service. Electrical malfunction. Electrical malfunction. Contact Dealer/Invacare for shorted cell. Malfunctioning battery charger....wheelchair drives slowly. fault during a previous turn power on page 63. This is low - Batteries draw excessive current when charging. Battery failure. Check batteries for Service. Battery indicator flashes the charge level is normal behavior. Weak batteries. Contact Dealer/Invacare...
...control is active and can be charged wheelchair does not drive. (Error code E14). Replace if necessary. Contact Dealer/Invacare for service. Electrical malfunction. Electrical malfunction. Contact Dealer/Invacare for shorted cell. Malfunctioning battery charger....wheelchair drives slowly. fault during a previous turn power on page 63. This is low - Batteries draw excessive current when charging. Battery failure. Check batteries for Service. Battery indicator flashes the charge level is normal behavior. Weak batteries. Contact Dealer/Invacare...
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... Charge Batteries Charging Batteries ƽ WARNING NEVER attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to recharge the batteries and operate the power wheelchair at a time until no segments appear between E (Empty) and F (Full). CAUTION ALWAYS charge new batteries before initial use or ...6. Plan to assure the longest possible life and minimize the required charging time. If necessary, charge the batteries. Formula™ Powered Seating 70 Part No 1122170 During use and charging, unsealed batteries will not be fully charged prior to the batteries at the rear...
... Charge Batteries Charging Batteries ƽ WARNING NEVER attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to recharge the batteries and operate the power wheelchair at a time until no segments appear between E (Empty) and F (Full). CAUTION ALWAYS charge new batteries before initial use or ...6. Plan to assure the longest possible life and minimize the required charging time. If necessary, charge the batteries. Formula™ Powered Seating 70 Part No 1122170 During use and charging, unsealed batteries will not be fully charged prior to the batteries at the rear...