Invacare STORM User manual

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Invacare® Storm³
Power Wheelchai
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User Manual
Yes, you can.
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How can you get in touch with Invacare®?
If you have any questions or need support, please contact your authorised Invacare® Dealer, who has the
necessary know-how and 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 Europe at the following addresses and phone numbers.
Invacare Austria GmbH
Herzog Odilostrasse 101
A-5310 Mondsee
Austria
: +43 6232 5 53 50
Fax: +43 6232 5 53 54
WWW: www.invacare.at
Invacare n.v.
Autobaan 22
B-8210 Loppem (Brugge)
Belgium
: +32 (0)50 83 10 10
Fax: +32 (0)50 83 10 11
WWW: www.invacare.be
Invacare AG
Benkenstraße 260
CH-4108 Witterswil
Switzerland
: +41 (0)61487 70 80
Fax: +41 (0)61487 70 81
WWW: www.invacare.ch
Invacare GmbH
Alemannenstraße 10
88316 Isny
Deutschland
+49 (0)7562 70 00
Fax +49 (0)7562 7 00 66
WWW: www.invacare.de
Invacare A/S
Sdr. Ringvej 37
DK-2605 Brøndby
Danmark
(Kundeservice): +45 (0)36 90 00 00
Fax (Kundeservice): +45 (0)36 90 00 01
WWW: www.invacare.dk
Invacare® SA
c/ Areny s/n
Polígon Industrial de Celrà
E-17460 Celrà (Girona)
ESPA
: +34 (0)972 49 32 00
Fax: +34 (0)972 49 32 20
WWW: www.invacare.es
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Invacare® Poirier SAS
Route de St Roch
F-37230 Fondettes
France
: +33 (0)247 62 64 66
Fax: +33 (0)247 42 12 24
WWW: www.invacare.fr
Invacare® Ltd
Pencoed Technology Park
Pencoed
Bridgend CF35 5AQ
United Kingdom
(Customer services): +44 (0)1656 77 62 22
Fax (Customer services): +44 (0)1656 77 62 20
WWW: www.invacare.co.uk
Invacare Mecc San s.r.l.
Via dei Pini, 62
I - 36016 Thiene (VI)
ITALIA
: +39 0445 38 00 59
Fax: +39 0445 38 00 34
WWW: www.invacare.it
Invacare Ireland Ltd.
Unit 5 Seatown Business Campus
Seatown Rd, Swords
County Dublin
Ireland
: +353 18 10 70 84
Fax: +353 18 10 70 85
WWW: www.invacare.ie
Invacare® AS
Grensesvingen 9
Postboks 6230
Etterstad
N-0603 Oslo
Norge
(Kundeservice): +47 (0)22 57 95 00
Fax (Kundeservice): +47 (0)22 57 95 01
WWW: www.invacare.no
Invacare® B.V.
Celsiusstraat 46
NL-6716 BZ Ede
Nederland
: +31 (0)318 69 57 57
Fax: +31 (0)318 69 57 58
WWW: www.invacare.nl
Invacare Lda
Rua Estrada Velha, 949
P-4465-784 Leça do Balio
Portugal
: +351 225 10 59 46
: +351 225 10 59 47
Fax: +351 225 10 57 39
WWW: www.invacare.pt
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Återförsäljare:
Invacare® AB
Fagerstagatan 9
S-163 91 Spånga
Sverige
Tillverkare:
Invacare® Deutschland GmbH
Kleiststraße 49
D-32457 Porta Westfalica
Deutschland
(Kundtjänst): +46 (0)8 761 70 90
Fax (Kundtjänst): +46 (0)8 761 81 08
WWW: www.invacare.se
MÖLNDAL
: +46 (0)31 86 36 00
Fax: +46 (0)31 86 36 06
LANDSKRONA
: +46 (0)418 2 85 40
Fax: +46 (0)418 1 80 89
OSKARSHAMN
: +46 (0)491 1 01 40
Fax: +46 (0)491 1 01 80
Eastern
european
countries
European Distributor
Organisation (EDO)
Kleiststraße 49
D-32457 Porta Westfalica
Deutschland
+49 (0)5731 75 45 40
Fax +49 (0)5731 75 45 41
WWW: www.invacare.de
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Table of Contents
Chapter Page
1 Introduction 11
1.1 Important symbols in this manual .........................................................................................12
1.2 Important symbols found on the vehicle ..............................................................................14
1.2.1 Explanation of symbols on lifter warning sticker...........................................................16
1.3 Type classification and permissible use...............................................................................17
1.4 Indications................................................................................................................................17
1.5 Usability....................................................................................................................................18
1.6 Warranty ...................................................................................................................................19
1.7 Life expectancy........................................................................................................................19
2 Safety notes 20
2.1 General safety notes ...............................................................................................................20
2.2 Safety information with regard to care and maintenance...................................................23
2.3 Safety information on electromagnetic interference ...........................................................24
2.4 Safety information on driving and freewheel mode.............................................................25
2.5 Safety information regarding changes and modifications to the mobility device............27
2.6 Safety information on wheelchairs with a lifter....................................................................29
2.7 Safety Information on Wheelchairs with Recaro Seats .......................................................30
3 Key features 31
4 Getting in and out of the wheelchair 32
4.1 Remove the standard armrest in order to side transfer ......................................................32
4.2 Raise the parallel sliding armrest / remove the skirtguard (optional) ...............................33
5 Driving 36
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5.1
Before driving for the first time..............................................................................................36
5.2 Taking Obstacles.....................................................................................................................37
5.2.1 Maximum obstacle height.............................................................................................37
5.2.2 Safety information when ascending obstacles .............................................................37
5.2.3 The correct way to overcome obstacles .......................................................................38
5.3 Driving up and down gradients..............................................................................................39
5.4 Parking and stationary............................................................................................................39
5.5 Use on public roads ................................................................................................................40
6 Pushing the wheelchair in freewheel mode 41
6.1 Disengaging the motors (Storm³ with conventional motors) .............................................41
6.2 Disengaging the motors (Storm³ with GB motors) ..............................................................43
7 Remotes 44
8 Adjusting the wheelchair to the user's seating posture 45
8.1 Adjusting the armrests and the control panel......................................................................46
8.1.1 Adjust the control panel for the length of the user's arm (all seat systems).................46
8.1.2 Adjusting the height of the joystick box (only with swing-away joystick)......................48
8.1.3 Adjusting the height of the armrests (all seats) ............................................................49
8.1.4 Setting the height of the parallel sliding armrests.........................................................51
8.1.5 Adjusting the angle of the armpad on the parallel sliding armrests..............................52
8.1.6 Adjusting the width of the armrests ..............................................................................53
8.2 Manually adjusting the seat tilt ..............................................................................................55
8.3 Adjusting the seat height manually.......................................................................................56
8.4 Manually adjusting the backrest............................................................................................57
8.4.1 Flex and Contour seats.................................................................................................57
8.4.2 Standard Seat...............................................................................................................58
8.5 Postural belts...........................................................................................................................59
8.5.1 Types of postural belts..................................................................................................59
8.5.2 Adjusting the postural belt correctly..............................................................................60
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8.6
The Lifter ..................................................................................................................................60
8.6.1 Explanation of symbols on lifter warning sticker...........................................................62
8.7 Adjusting the lateral supports (Flex Seat) ............................................................................63
8.7.1 Adjusting the width........................................................................................................63
8.7.2 Adjusting the height ......................................................................................................64
8.7.3 Adjusting the depth.......................................................................................................65
8.8 Adjusting the headrest (Flex Seat) ........................................................................................66
8.9 Legrests....................................................................................................................................67
8.9.1 Standard 80° footrests..................................................................................................67
8.9.1.1 Swinging the footrests outwards and/or removing them .........................................67
8.9.1.2 Adjusting the length .................................................................................................69
8.9.2 Standard footrest with pre-set angle.............................................................................70
8.9.2.1 Swivelling the footrest outward and/or removing.....................................................70
8.9.2.2 Setting the angle......................................................................................................71
8.9.2.3 Setting the end stop of the footrest .........................................................................73
8.9.2.4 Adjusting the length of the footrest..........................................................................76
8.9.3 Manually height adjustable legrest 90° - 0° ..................................................................77
8.9.3.1 Swivelling the legrest outward and/or removing......................................................77
8.9.3.2 Setting the angle......................................................................................................78
8.9.3.3 Setting the end stop of the legrest...........................................................................81
8.9.3.4 Adjusting the length of the legrest ...........................................................................85
8.9.3.5 Adjusting the depth of the calf plate ........................................................................86
8.9.3.6 Adjusting the height of the calf pad .........................................................................87
8.9.3.7 Unlocking and swivelling the calf plate backward when alighting ...........................88
8.9.3.8 Adjusting the angle adjustable foot plate.................................................................89
8.9.3.9 Adjusting the angle and depth adjustable foot plate ...............................................90
8.9.4 Manually height adjustable legrest 80° - 0° with ergonomic length adjustment...........91
8.9.4.1 Swivelling the legrest outward and/or removing......................................................91
8.9.4.2 Setting the angle......................................................................................................92
8.9.4.3 Adjusting the length of the legrest ...........................................................................94
8.9.4.4 Adjusting the depth of the calf plate ........................................................................95
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8.9.4.5
Adjusting the height of the calf pad .........................................................................96
8.9.4.6 Unlocking and swivelling the calf plate backward when alighting ...........................97
8.9.4.7 Adjusting the angle adjustable foot plate.................................................................98
8.9.4.8 Adjusting the angle and depth adjustable foot plate ...............................................99
8.9.5 Electrically height adjustable legrest 80° - 0° with ergonomic length adjustment ......100
8.9.5.1 Swivelling the legrest outward and/or removing....................................................100
8.9.5.2 Setting the angle....................................................................................................101
8.9.5.3 Adjusting the length of the legrest .........................................................................102
8.9.5.4 Adjusting the depth of the calf plate ......................................................................103
8.9.5.5 Adjusting the height of the calf pad .......................................................................104
8.9.5.6 Unlocking and swivelling the calf plate backward when alighting .........................105
8.9.5.7 Adjusting the angle adjustable foot plate...............................................................106
8.9.5.8 Adjusting the angle and depth adjustable foot plate .............................................107
8.10 Adjusting and removing the tray .........................................................................................108
8.10.1 Laterally adjusting the tray..........................................................................................108
8.10.2 Adjusting the depth of the tray / removing the tray.....................................................109
8.10.3 Swinging the tray away to the side .............................................................................109
9 Electrical system 111
9.1 Electronics protection system .............................................................................................111
9.1.1 The main fuse .............................................................................................................112
9.2 Batteries .................................................................................................................................113
9.2.1 Charging the batteries ................................................................................................113
9.2.1.1 General information on charging ...........................................................................113
9.2.1.2 General instructions on charging...........................................................................113
9.2.1.3 How to charge the batteries...................................................................................114
9.2.1.4 How to disconnect the batteries after charging .....................................................115
9.2.2 Storage and Maintenance...........................................................................................116
9.2.3 Instructions on using the batteries..............................................................................116
9.2.4 Transporting batteries.................................................................................................118
9.2.5 Handling batteries.......................................................................................................118
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9.2.5.1
General instructions on handling the batteries ......................................................118
9.2.5.2 How to handle damaged batteries correctly..........................................................118
9.2.5.3 Removing the batteries..........................................................................................120
10 Care and maintenance 122
10.1 Cleaning the mobility device................................................................................................122
10.2 Inspection checks .................................................................................................................123
11 Repair instructions 126
11.1 Repairing a flat tyre ...............................................................................................................126
11.1.1 Repairing a flat tyre (front)..........................................................................................127
11.1.2 Repairing punctures (drive wheel with GB motor and pneumatic tyres) ....................130
11.1.3 Repairing punctures (drive wheel with conventional motor and pneumatic tyres) .....133
12 Transport 137
12.1 Transferring the wheelchair to a vehicle.............................................................................137
12.2 Use of the wheelchair as a seat in a vehicle.......................................................................138
12.2.1 How the wheelchair is anchored in a vehicle for use as a vehicle seat .....................141
12.2.2 How the user is secured within the wheelchair...........................................................142
12.3 Securing the wheelchair for transport without passengers .............................................146
13 Refurbishment 147
14 Disposal 148
15 Technical specifications 149
16 Inspections Performed 153
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1 Introduction
Dear user,
First we would like to thank you for purchasing our product! We hope that you will have a great deal
of pleasure with your new power wheelchair.
This operating manual contains important information and notes about:
Safety
Operation
Care and maintenance
Please take care to read the operating manual thoroughly before starting out on your first
journey.
This wheelchair has been constructed for a large circle of users with different requirements.
The decision whether the model is suitable for the user may only be taken by medical specialists
with appropriate expertise.
Invacare® or their statutory representatives can accept no liability in cases in which the wheelchair
has not been adapted to suit the users’ handicaps.
Some maintenance and settings can be performed by the user or his/hers attendants. Certain
adjustments do however require technical training and may only be carried out by your Invacare®
specialist dealer. Damages and errors caused by nonobservance of the user manual or as a result
of incorrect maintenance are excluded from all guarantees.
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This manual contains copyrighted information. This manual may not be reproduced or reprinted
either partly or completely without previous written consent from Invacare® or its statutory
representatives. We reserve the right to make any necessary alterations on the grounds of
technical improvements.
1.1 Important symbols in this manual
General risks
This symbol warns you of general hazards!
Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product.
EXPLOSION HAZARD!
This symbol warns you of an explosion hazard, which can be caused by excessive tyre
pressure in a pneumatic tyre.
Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product.
BURN HAZARD!
This symbol warns you of the danger of chemical burns, for example due to the discharge
of battery acids!
Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product.
BURN Risk!
This symbol warns of the risk of burns, for example, as a result of hot motor surfaces.
Follow the instructions in order to avoid injury or damage to the product.
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RISK OF CRUSHING!
This symbol warns of a risk of crushing caused by being careless with heavy
components.
Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product.
Wear eye protection
This symbol refers to the requirement for wearing eye protection, for example when
working with batteries.
You must wear safety goggles when this symbol is displayed.
Wear protective gloves
This symbol indicates the requirement to wear protective gloves, for example when
working with batteries.
You must wear protective gloves when this symbol is displayed.
NOTE:
This symbol identifies general information which is intended to simplify working with your product
and which refers to special functions.
Requirements:
This symbol identifies a list of various tools, components and items which you will need in
order to carry out certain work. Please do not attempt to carry out the work if you do not have
the listed tools available.
READ WELL BEFORE OPERATION!
This symbol advises you to read information carefully.
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1.2 Important symbols found on the vehicle
This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer. This
product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment if
disposed of in places (landfills) that are not appropriate according to legislation.
The 'crossed out wheelie bin' symbol is placed on this product to encourage you to
recycle wherever possible.
Please be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your recycling
facility at its end of life.
This symbol indicates the “Drive” position of the coupling lever. In this position the
motor is engaged and the motor brakes are operational. You can drive the
wheelchair.
Please note that for driving purposes both motors must always be engaged.
This symbol indicates the “Push” position of the coupling lever. In this position the
motor is disengaged and the motor brakes are not operational. The wheelchair can
be pushed by an attendant and the wheels turn freely.
Please note that the control panel must be switched off.
Please also note the information provided in section "Pushing the wheelchair in
freewheel mode" on page 41.
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This symbol indicates the position of an anchor point when using a lashing system
during transport.
If the symbol appears on a bright yellow sticker, the anchoring point is suitable for
fixation of the wheelchair in a vehicle for use as a vehicle seat.
This wheelchair may be used as a vehicle seat, but only if it is
equipped with a headrest that has been approved by Invacare
for this purpose!
Please always make sure that the wheelchair is equipped with a
headrest approved by Invacare before using it as a vehicle seat!
This symbol indicates the maximum width to which an armrest may be
adjusted. Pulling the armrest out further can cause it to fall out of it's
fixation. For further information, see chapter "Adjusting the width of the
armrests" on page 53.
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If the power wheelchair is fitted with a table, it is
imperative that it is removed and safely stowed
when transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle!
1.2.1 Explanation of symbols on lifter warning sticker
Do not lean out
when the lifter is
raised!
Do not drive up
or down slopes
when the lifter is
raised!
Do not allow any
body parts to get
under a raised
seat!
Never drive with
two people!
Never drive over
uneven surfaces
when the lifter is
raised!
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1.3 Type classification and permissible use
This vehicle was designed for persons whose ability to walk is impaired, but who are still in terms of
their eyesight and physically and mentally able to operate an electric vehicle. It has been classified
according to EN 12184 as a class B mobility product (for indoor and outdoor areas). It is
therefore compact and agile enough for indoor areas, but also able to overcome many obstacles in
outdoor areas.
You can find precise information about speed, turning radius, driving range, maximum safe slope,
maximum obstacle height and permissible operating conditions in chapter "Technical
specifications" starting from page 149.
Please also pay attention to all safety information in chapter "Safety notes" starting from page 20.
The vehicle was successfully tested according to German and international standards as to its
safety. It satisfies the requirements according to DIN EN 12184 including EN 1021-1/-2. It was also
tested successfully according to EN60529 IPX4 as to its resistance to spray water, and is therefore
well suited for typical middle European weather conditions. When equipped with an appropriate
lighting system, the vehicle is suitable for use on public roads.
1.4 Indications
The use of this mobility product is recommended for the following indications:
The inability or a greatly restricted ability to walk within the scope of the basic requirement to be
able to move within one’s own four walls. The need to leave the dwelling place in order to get some
fresh air during a short walk or to reach those places generally to be found at close distance to the
dwelling and where everyday business is carried out.
Provision of power wheelchairs for interior and exterior areas is advisable if the use of hand-
operated wheelchairs is no longer possible on account of the disability, yet proper operation of an
electromotive drive unit is still practicable.
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1.5 Usability
Only use a power wheelchair when it is in perfect working order. Otherwise, you might put yourself
and others at risk.
The following list does not claim to be exhaustive. It is only intended to show some of the situations
that could affect the usability of your power wheelchair.
In certain situations, you should immediately stop using your wheelchair. Other situations allow you
to use the wheelchair to get to your dealer.
You should immediately stop using your power wheelchair if its usability is restricted due to:
- brake failure
You should immediately contact an authorised Invacare® dealer if the usability of your power
wheelchair is restricted due to:
- the lighting system failing or being defective
- reflectors falling off
- worn thread or insufficient tyre pressure
- damage to the armrests (e.g. torn armrest padding)
- damage to the legrest hangers (e.g. missing or torn heel loops)
- damage to the postural belt
- damage to the joystick (joystick cannot be moved into the neutral position)
- cables that are damaged, kinked, pinched or have come loose from the holder
- the wheelchair drifting when braking
- the wheelchair pulling to one side when moving
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- unusual sounds developing or occurring
Or if you have the feeling that something is wrong with your wheelchair.
1.6 Warranty
The terms and conditions of the warranty are part of the general terms and conditions particular to
the individual countries in which this product is sold.
1.7 Life expectancy
We estimate a life expectancy of five years for this product, provided it is used in strict accordance
with the intended use as set out in this document and all maintenance and service requirements
are met. The estimated life expectancy can be exceeded if the product is carefully used and
properly maintained, and provided technical and scientific advances do not result in technical
limitations. The life expectancy can also be considerably reduced by extreme or incorrect usage.
The fact that we estimate a life expectancy for this product does not constitute an additional
warranty.
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2 Safety notes
READ WELL BEFORE OPERATION!
2.1 General safety notes
Danger of injury if mobility device is used in any other way than the purpose described in
this manual!
Only ever use the mobility device in accordance with the instructions in this User's Manual
(see chapter "Type classification and permissible use" on page 17).
Pay strict attention to the safety information.
Danger of injury if the mobility device is driven when ability to operate a vehicle is
impaired by medication or alcohol!
Never drive the mobility device under the influence of medication or alcohol. If necessary, the
mobility device must be operated by an attendant who is physically and mentally able.
Danger of damage or injury if mobility device is accidentally set into motion!
Switch the mobility device off before you get in, get out or handle unwieldy objects.
When the drive is disengaged, the brake inside the drive is deactivated. For this reason,
pushing the mobility device by an attendant is only recommended on flat surfaces, never on
gradients. Never leave your mobility device on a gradient with its motors disengaged. Always
re-engage the motors immediately after pushing the mobility device (see chapter "Pushing the
wheelchair in freewheel mode" on page 41).
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