Invacare® Mirage

en Power Wheelchair
Service Manual

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The procedures in this manual MUST be performed by a qualified
technician.
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Contents 5.15.1 Replacing Posture Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 6.1 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
1.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.2 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.3 Notes on shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.4 Symbols in this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.5 Images in this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 Safety and fitting instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3 Hygiene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.1 Handling of returned used products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4 Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.1 Testing motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.2 Testing motor brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.3 Rain test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.4 Field load test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.5 Checking Battery Charge Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5 Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.1 General warning information on installation work . . . . . . 10
5.2 Tightening torques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.3 Tire Pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.4 Service plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.5 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.5.1 Operational faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.5.2 Drive fault diagnosis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.5.3 Error Codes And Diagnostic Codes — Hand Held
Programmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.6 Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.6.1 Removing Chassis Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.6.2 Replacing Seat Saddles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.6.3 Replaxing X-Brace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.6.4 Replacing Anti-Tipper Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.6.5 Replacing Battery Rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.6.6 Replacing Curb Climber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.6.7 Replacing Rubber Foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.7 Drive components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.7.1 Replacing Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.7.2 Replacing Carbon Brushes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.8 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.8.1 General Warning Information on Wheel
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.8.2 Replacing Castor Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.8.3 Installing Ball Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.8.4 Replacing drive wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.8.5 Replacing Drive Wheel Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.8.6 Replacing Manual Wheel Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.8.7 Repairing tire puncture (drive wheel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.8.8 Replacing Anti-Tipper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.9 Electrical components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.9.1 Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.9.2 Replacing Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.9.3 Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.9.4 Resetting Circuit Breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.10 Lighting unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.10.1 Replacing Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.10.2 Replacing Rear Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.11 Seating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.11.1 Replacing Backrest Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.12 Headrest / Neckrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.12.1 Replacing Headrest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.12.2 Replacing Headrest Mounting Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.13 Armrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.13.1 Replacing Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.14 Footrests / Legrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.14.1 Replacing Legrest Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.14.2 Replacing Legrest Hanger Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.14.3 Replacing Angle- And Depth-Adjustable Foot
Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.14.4 Replacing Foot Plate / Heel Strap of Legrest . . . . . . . 28
5.15 Posture Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Invacare® Mirage

1 General • Alterations to the mobility device which occur as a result

of incorrectly or improperly executed maintenance or
overhaul work lead to the exclusion of all liability on
1.1 Introduction the side of INVACARE.
• If you have any problems or questions contact Invacare
This document contains important information about Service.
assembly, adjustment and advanced maintenance of the
product. To ensure safety when handling the product, read
this document and the user manual carefully and follow the 1.3 Notes on shipping
safety instructions. • If the mobility device has to be shipped back to the
Find the user manual on Invacare’s website or contact your manufacturer for major repairs, you should always use
Invacare representative. See addresses at the end of this the original packaging for transport.
document. • Please attach a precise description of the fault.

Invacare reserves the right to alter product specifications

without further notice.
1.4 Symbols in this manual
Before reading this document, make sure you have the In this manual, hazard statements are indicated by symbols.
latest version. You find the latest version as a PDF on the The symbols are accompanied by a signal word that indicates
Invacare website. the severity of the risk.

For pre-sale and user information, see the user manual. WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result
For more information about the product, for example product in serious injury or death if it is not avoided.
safety notices and product recalls, contact your Invacare
representative. See addresses at the end of this document. CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result
in minor or slight injury if it is not avoided.
1.2 General information
IMPORTANT
• Service and maintenance work must be carried out Indicates a hazardous situation that could result
taking this service manual into account. in damage to property if it is not avoided.
• It is imperative that you observe safety information. Gives useful tips, recommendations and
• Information about operation or about general information for efficient, trouble-free use.
maintenance and care work on the mobility device
should be taken from Service manual. This product complies with Directive 93/42/EEC
• You can find information about ordering spare parts in concerning medical devices. The launch date
the spare parts catalogue. of this product is stated in the CE declaration
• Spare parts MUST match original Invacare parts. Only of conformity.
use spare parts which have been approved by Invacare.
This symbol identifies a list of various tools,
• We reserve the right to make any alterations on the
components and items which you will need in
grounds of technical improvements.
order to carry out certain work.
• For more information about the product, for example
product safety notices and product recalls, contact your
local Invacare representative. For address and website 1.5 Images in this manual
see back page of this manual.
• The mobility device may only be maintained and The detailed images in this manual are given marks to
overhauled by qualified personnel. identify various components. Component marks in text and
• The minimum requirement for service technicians is operational instructions always relate to the image directly
suitable training, such as in the cycle or orthopedic above.
mechanics fields, or sufficiently long-term job
experience.
– Experience in the use of electrical measuring
equipment (multimeters) is also a requirement.
– Special Invacare training is recommended.

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2 Safety CAUTION!
Injury hazard if the vehicle starts moving
unintentionally during repair work
2.1 Safety and fitting instructions – Switch the power supply off (ON/OFF key).
– Engage the drive.
These safety instructions are intended to prevent accidents – Before lifting up, secure the vehicle by using
at work, and it is imperative that they are observed. chocks to block the wheels.
Before any inspection or repair work
CAUTION!
• Read and observe this repair manual and the associated
Fire and burn hazard due to electrical short-circuit
user manual.
– The mobility device must be completely
• Observe the minimum requirements for carrying out the
switched off before removal of voltage-carrying
work (see 1.2 General information, page 4 ).
components! To do this, remove the batteries.
Personal safety equipment – Avoid short-circuiting the contacts when
carrying out measurements on voltage-carrying
Safety shoes components.
The mobility device, and some of its components, are very
heavy. These parts can result in injuries to the feet if they CAUTION!
are allowed to drop. Risk of burns from hot surfaces on the motor
– Allow the motors to cool down before
• Wear standardized safety shoes during all work.
commencing work on them.
Eye protection
It is possible that battery acid can be discharged when CAUTION!
working on defective batteries or when handling batteries Injury hazard and risk of damage to vehicle due
improperly. to improper or incomplete maintenance work
– Use only undamaged tools in good condition.
• Always wear eye protection when working on any – Some moving parts are mounted in sockets
defective or possibly defective batteries. with PTFE coating (Teflon™). Never grease
these sockets!
Safety gloves
– Never use "normal" nuts instead of self-locking
It is possible that battery acid can be discharged when nuts.
working on defective batteries or when handling batteries – Always use correctly-dimensioned washers and
improperly. spacers.
– When reassembling, always replace any cable
• Always wear acid-proof safety gloves when working on ties which were cut during dismantling.
any defective or possibly defective batteries. – After completing your work / before renewed
General safety information and information about fitting start-up of the mobility device, check all
/ removal connections for tight fitting.
– After completing your work / before renewed
DANGER! start-up of the mobility device, check all parts
Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage for correct locking.
Lighted cigarettes dropped onto an upholstered – Only operate the vehicle with the approved tire
seating system can cause a fire resulting in pressures (see technical data).
death, serious injury, or damage. Mobility device – Check all electrical components for correct
occupants are at particular risk of death or function. Note that incorrect polarity can result
serious injury from these fires and resulting fumes in damage to the electronics.
because they may not have the ability to move – Always carry out a trial run at the end of your
away from the mobility device. work.
– DO NOT smoke while using this mobility device.
CAUTION!
WARNING! Risk of injury and damage to property, if the
Risk of Serious Injury or Damage maximum speed reduction on a wheelchair with
Storing or using the mobility device near open a lifter does not function correctly
flame or combustible products can result in The wheelchair’s control unit must reduce the
serious injury or damage. maximum possible speed as soon as the lifter is
– Avoid storing or using the mobility device near raised.
open flame or combustible products. – Test the maximum speed reduction for correct
function after any maintenance work or
CAUTION! modifications to the wheelchair.
Risk of crushing
Various components such as the drive unit,
batteries, seat etc are very heavy. This results in
injury hazards to your hands.
– Note the high weight of some components.
This applies especially to the removal of drive
units, batteries and the seat.

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CAUTION! Mark all current settings for the mobility device

Any changes to the drive program can affect the (seat, armrests, backrest etc.), and the associated
driving characteristics and the tipping stability cable connecting plugs, before dismantling. This
of the vehicle makes reassembly easier. All plugs are fitted with
– Changes to the drive program may only be mechanical safety devices which prevent release of
carried out by trained Invacare specialist the connecting plugs during operation. To release the
dealers. connecting plugs the safety devices must be pressed
– Invacare supplies all mobility devices with a in. When reassembling ensure that these safety
standard drive program ex-works. Invacare can devices are correctly engaged.
only give a warranty for safe vehicle driving
behavior - especially tipping stability - for this
standard drive program.

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3 Hygiene

3.1 Handling of returned used products

When reconditioning or repairing returned mobility devices:
• Take precautions for yourself and the product.
• Use protection equipment as specified locally.
Before transport (according to Biological Agents Ordinance)
Treat product according to following process steps:
Process step Component Application Conditioning technique Work station
Manual cleaning Surface of used device Before repair or Use saturated towel Cleaning and
reconditioning to apply cleaning disinfection
detergent and remove
residues after impact.
Disinfection Surface of used device Before repair or Use saturated Cleaning and
reconditioning disinfectant wipes disinfection
and clean* the device
surface.
*Invacare uses detergent "Nücosept special" 1.5% in water ml/ml

Disinfection tools
• One way wipes (fleece)
• Brushes to clean difficult to access areas
Further information

For more information contact your Invacare Service department.

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4 Testing A defective motor can damage the power module,

but not the other way around.

4.1 Testing motor

4.3 Rain test
• Phillips screwdriver size 2
• Digital multimeter with resistance measurement • Check to ensure that the black battery terminal caps
are secured in place, joystick boot is not torn or
1. Remove rear shroud as described in Removing rear cracked where water can enter and that all electrical
shroud. connections are secure at all times.
2. • Do not use the mobility device if the joystick boot is
torn or cracked. If the joystick boot becomes torn or
cracked, replace immediately.

4.4 Field load test

Old batteries loose their ability to store and release power
due to increased internal resistance. In this procedure,
batteries are tested under load using a digital voltmeter to
Disconnect motor plug (3) from power module. check battery charge level at the charger connector. The
3. Connect digital multimeter to motor plug contacts (3) charger connector is located on the remote. When voltage
and measure resistance between contacts. at the output drops 1.0 volts under load (2.0 for a pair),
A resistance of between 0.5 and 5 ohms indicates replace the batteries.
a motor ready for operation. A resistance
of between 15 ohms and infinity indicates a Read these instructions carefully and the
defective motor. High resistances are normally manufacturer’s instructions on the digital voltmeter
caused by bad connections or worn carbon before proceeding.
brushes.
1. Switch the electronics OFF on the remote.
2. Make sure battery is fully charged. An extremely
4.2 Testing motor brake discharged battery will exhibit the same symptoms as a
bad battery.
This test should only be carried out on mobility 3. Remove the footboard/legrests from the mobility device.
device with conventional motor/gearbox units. 4.

• Phillips screwdriver size 2

• Digital multimeter with resistance measurement

1. Remove rear shroud as described in Removing rear

shroud.
2.

Connect the voltmeter leads to the charger connector

A on the mobility device. Most digital voltmeters B
are not affected by polarity. However, analog meters
(meters with swinging needles) can be and should be
used carefully.
Pull motor plug (3) out of power module. A good meter reading should be 25.5 to 26 VDC
with the chair in neutral.
3. Connect digital multimeter to central motor plug
contacts (3) and measure resistance between contacts.
4. If there is a defect, replace motor and send it to Invacare WARNING!
Service for inspection or repair. – When performing the remaining steps, ensure
your feet are clear from casters and wall,
A resistance of between 40 and 80 ohms otherwise injury may result.
indicates an intact brake. A resistance of 0 ohms
or a very high resistance (mega-ohms or infinity) 5. Run the mobility device in neutral for at least 2 minutes.
indicates a short-circuit, a bad connection or a 6. Sit in mobility device and place your feet against a door
defective brake. jam, workbench or other stationary object.

CAUTION!
Risk of damage to power module due to shorts
in motor brake
– NEVER connect a motor brake with a short to
an intact power module.
– Always replace shorted brakes immediately.

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7. Carefully push the remote forward, trying to drive the DON’T DO

mobility device through the stationary object. The load
should draw between 30 to 40 amps from the batteries Don’t perform any Read and understand
for 0.3 seconds. installation or maintenance this manual and any
without first reading this service information that
Performing this step puts a heavy load on manual. accompanies a battery and
the batteries as they try to push through the charger before operating
stationary object. If the wheels spin, have two the personal transporter.
individuals (one on each arm) apply as much
downward pressure as possible on the arms of Don’t perform installation Move the personal
the mobility device. or maintenance of batteries transporter to a work area
in an area that could be before cleaning terminals,
8. Read the meter while the motors are straining to damaged by battery spills. or opening battery box.
determine the voltage under load.
Don’t make it a habit to Recharge as frequently as
If the voltage drops more than 2 volts from a
discharge batteries to the possible to maintain a high
pair of fully charged batteries during the 0.3
lowest level. charge level and extend
seconds, they should be replaced regardless of
battery life.
the unloaded voltages.
Don’t use chargers or Follow recommendations in
batteries that are not this manual when selecting
4.5 Checking Battery Charge Level appropriate for the chair. a battery or charger.
The following “Dos” and “Don’ts” are provided for your Don’t put new batteries into Fully charge a new battery
convenience and safety. service before charging. before using.
Don’t tip or tilt batteries. Use a carrying strap to
remove, move or install a
battery.
Don’t tap on clamps and Push battery clamps on the
terminals with tools. terminals. Spread clamps
wider if necessary.

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5 Service Thread Tightening torque in

Nm ±10%
M4 3 Nm
5.1 General warning information on installation
work M5 6 Nm
M6 10 Nm
CAUTION!
Risk of damage to vehicle M8 25 Nm
Collisions can be caused if the adjusting washers
M10 49 Nm
are removed during fitting work to the drive
wheels. Adjusting washers are often fitted M12 80 Nm
between the drive shaft and the wheel hub to M14 120 Nm
even out tolerances. If these adjusting washers
are removed and not replaced again, collisions M16 180 Nm
can be caused.
– Always replace the adjusting washers exactly as
they were before you started dismantling. 5.3 Tire Pressure
CAUTION!
CAUTION! Risk of damage to rim and tire when tire
Risk of injury and damage to property, if the pressure is exceeded
maximum speed reduction on a mobility device – Observe recommended tire pressure.
with a lifter does not function correctly
The mobility device’s control unit must reduce
For recommended tire pressure see inscription on tire, rim,
the maximum possible speed as soon as the lifter
or contact Invacare. Compare table below for conversion.
is raised.
– Test the maximum speed reduction for correct psi bar
function after any maintenance work or
modifications to the mobility device. 22 1.5
23 1.6
5.2 Tightening torques 25 1.7
26 1.8
CAUTION!
Risk of damage to mobility device due to 28 1.9
improperly tightened screws, nuts or plastic
29 2.0
connections.
– Always tighten screws, nuts etc. to the stated 30 2.1
tightening torque.
32 2.2
– Only tighten screws or nuts which are not listed
here fingertight. 33 2.3
35 2.4
The tightening torques stated in the following list are based
on the thread diameter for the nuts and bolts for which no 36 2.5
specific values have been determined. All values assume 38 2.6
dry and de-greased threads.
39 2.7
41 2.8
42 2.9
44 3.0

5.4 Service plan

CAUTION!
Risk of injury and damage to property, if the maximum speed reduction on a wheelchair with a lifter does not
function correctly
The mobility device’s control unit must reduce the maximum possible speed as soon as the lifter is raised.
– Test the maximum speed reduction for correct function after any maintenance work or modifications to the
mobility device.

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Component Check Remedy Notes

Manual Wheel Lock Check that mechanism has no Replace if required. See 5.8.6 Replacing Manual
excessive looseness, is not worn Wheel Lock, page 21.
or damaged
Check correct position of manual Re-position manual wheel
wheel lock. Distance should be lock.
30 ... 35 mm approximately.
Batteries Check that battery box case, Replace if required. See Replacing Batteries and
leads, sockets and batteries are Battery Boxes, page 23.
not damaged
Check terminals for cracks or Replace batteries.
blackness
Check batteries. Replace batteries. See 4 Testing, page 8 .
Test capacity and runtime of
batteries.
Battery charger Check for damage Replace if required. See corresponding manual
of charger.
Check that all LED’s (Charging, Replace if required.
Charge Complete and Power On)
are operational.
Check input and output leads and Replace if required.
plugs for damage, cuts and wear.
Check battery voltage. Replace if required. See user manual.
Armrest Check that skirt guard is fixed and Replace panel. See 5.13.1 Replacing
not physically damaged. If the Armrest, page 26.
panel is loose re-tighten fixing
screws
Check armpad for damage. Replace armpad. See 5.13.1 Replacing
Armrest, page 26.
Check for corrosion or paint Replace affected parts
damage to bracket where necessary
Drive Wheels Check that label on center screw Replace wheel hub or See 5.8.5 Replacing Drive
is not damaged. propulsion unit. Wheel Hub, page 20 or 5.7.1
Replacing Motor, page 18.
Castor wheels Check that wheels are not Replace if required. See 5.8.2 Replacing Castor
buckled or physically damaged Wheels, page 19.
Check that wheel bearings run Replace if required. See 5.8.3 Installing Ball
freely without excessive play. Bearings, page 19
Check that castor wheel and fork Tighten nuts.
nuts are tight
Check that castor forks are bent Replace if required.
or damaged
Check crown / castor for bearings Replace if required.
for wear and correct adjustment
Check tires for wear and correct
inflation. Both wheels should
show same degree of wear (see
side of tyre pressure rating).
For tyre fitment see drive wheel
section.

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Component Check Remedy Notes

Chassis Check all tubing for misalignment, Replace if required. See 5.6.1 Removing Chassis
damage or bending of frame or Components, page 15.
crossbar assembly
Check that no misalignment is Replace if required.
present at castor mount area
(Castor fork and socket)
Check all brazed/welded joints
for fractures or damage
Check paint finish for damage
Check that crossbar assembly is
not damaged. Pivot bolt should
not be over-tightened.
Check that chair folds easily and
that crossbar pivots and folding
mechanism operate correctly.
Legrests / Foot plates Check that foot plate fits securely See 5.14 Footrests /
and operates correctly Legrests, page 27.
Check operation of foot
plate extension, clamping
and adjustment screw.
Check legrest and hanger lock for
damage or excessive wear.
Seat / Backrest Check that the upholstery (5) See .5.11 Seating, page 25.
(6) does not excessively sag,
is unevenly stretched, worn or
torn. Pay particular attention to
buckles and straps inside tension
adjustable back upholstery.
Check that all stitches are in good
condition.
Check that all screws and washers
(4) (7) are in good condition and
are not burred.
Controls Check for damage Replace if required. See 5.9.2 Replacing Controls,
page 23.
Check all switch operations and See corresponding remote
LED’s. manual.
Check for faults on system. See 5.5.1 Operational faults,
page 12.
Motor Check plugs and insulation for Replace if required. See 5.7.1 Replacing Motor,
damage, cracks and splits. page 18.
Check brake.
Check carbon brushes and See 5.7.2 Replacing Carbon
commutator. Brushes, page 18.
Check clutch mechanism.

5.5 Troubleshooting 1. First assess the possible cause of the problem using the
following table.
5.5.1 Operational faults 2. Check the remote status display. Evaluate the flash error
code.
Proceed as follows if you have any problems: 3. Carry out the necessary checks and repairs as
recommended in the following table.
The various power modules can be fitted in connection with
diferent remotes in the mobility device. Rectification of
operational faults depends on the power module fitted. The

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power modules used are described in the corresponding The tables for rectification of operational faults listed
controls manual. in the following chapters are only an excerpt from
the original manufacturer's manuals. You can obtain
the original manuals from Invacare®.

5.5.2 Drive fault diagnosis

Problem Other symptoms Possible cause Solution Documentation
Mobility device will The remote status Drive motors Engage drive motors See corresponding
not start display illuminates disengaged remote manual
normally and shows an
error code.
Remote status display Batteries defective Replace batteries See 5.9.1 Batteries,
does not illuminate page 22
Completely discharge Pre-charge batteries See user manual
battery
Power supply to Check master fuse See Main fuse
remote interrupted
Remote defective Check cables between See Cables
the modules for
loose connections
and damage
Remote status display Various causes Assess error code See corresponding
blinking remote manual
Mobility device None Batteries defective Replace batteries See 5.9.1 Batteries,
judders in drive mode (unstable voltage) page 22
Drive motor(s) Replace motor(s) See 5.7 Drive
defective components, page
18
Replace carbon
brushes
Batteries not being None Batteries defective Replace batteries See 5.9.1 Batteries,
charged page 22
LEDs blinking on Charging unit defective Replace charging unit See user manual
charging unit
Mobility device runs None Remote defective Replace remote See corresponding
too slowly controls manual
Batteries defective Replace batteries See

5.5.3 Error Codes And Diagnostic Codes — Hand Held Programmer

Fault Sub
Description Notes
Code Code
1 User Fault 00 Possible stall timeout or user error
Release the joystick and try again
2 Battery fault 00 Batteries are too low to drive with or voltage is too high or low

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Fault Sub
Description Notes
Code Code
3 Left motor error (M2) 00 Motor short circuit
01 Motor open circuit
02 Motor connection fault (short to B-)
03 Motor terminal connected to B+
04 Motor voltage consistency fault (probably fault with power module
electronics).
05 Motor bridge fault (probably fault with power module electronics).
06 Too many hardware current limit events
07 Current measurement offset out of range
08 Hardware current limit fault
4 Right motor fault (M1) 00 Motor short circuit
01 Motor open circuit
02 Motor connection fault (short to B-)
03 Motor terminal connected to B+
04 Motor voltage consistency fault (probably fault with power module
electronics).
05 Motor bridge fault (probably fault with power module electronics).
06 Too many hardware current limit events
07 Current measurement offset out of range
08 Hardware current limit fault
5 Left park brake error 00 Left park brake-drive time test failed
01 left park brake output enabled when chair idle
02 left park brake output did not enable when entering drive
03 left park brake fault during power up test
04 left park brake feedback low during drive (park brake short circuit)
6 Right park brake error (M1) 00 Right park brake-drive time test failed
01 Right park brake output enabled when chair idle
02 Right park brake output did not enable when entering drive
03 Right park brake fault during power up test
04 Right park brake feedback low during drive (park brake short circuit)
7 Remote error 00 Local remote fault (electronics, power button fault etc)
01 Joystick fault at remote
02 Speed pot fault at remote

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Fault Sub
Description Notes
Code Code
8 Power module error 00 Power Module Fault
01 RAM fault
02 ROM fault
03 CPU fault
04 EEPROM fault
05 Watchdog fault
06 Stack fault
07 Software fault
08 Power up testing fault
09 Relay fault or Pre-charge fault
0A Bridge fault or Disable all fault
0B Electronics fault
0C Calibration settings fault
9 Remote Communications 00 Loss of communications between remote and power module
Fault
01 Limp mode due to unreliable communications
10 Unknown error 00 Catch all fault output
11 Incompatible remote 00 Wrong remote type is connected. Ensure that the power module type
code matches the remote type code.

5.6 Chassis 1. Remove parts that are in the way, such as batteries,
armrests, legrests, and anti-tippers. Removing wheels
5.6.1 Removing Chassis Components and motors is optional.
• 4 mm Allen key Batteries See corresponding user manual.
• 5 mm Allen key
Backrest See 5.11.1 Replacing Backrest
• 8 mm wrench (2x)
Unit, page 25.
• 10 mm wrench (2x)
• 13 mm wrench (2x) Legrest See 5.14 Footrests / Legrests,
• 17 mm wrench (2x) page 27.
• Flat screwdriver
armrest See 5.13 Armrests, page 26.
• Mallet
Anti-Tipper See 5.8.8 Replacing Anti-Tipper,
page 22.
Propulsion unit See 5.7.1 Replacing Motor, page
18.
Curb climber See 5.6.6 Replacing Curb Climber,
page 17.
Castor wheels See 5.8.2 Replacing Castor Wheels,
page 19.
Drive wheels See 5.8.4 Replacing drive wheel,
page 20.
2. If seat clamp (7) is locked, unlock both right and left
hand side and fold wheelchair frame.
3. Remove legrest holder. See 5.14.1 Replacing Legrest
Fig. 5-1 Holder, page 27.
4. Remove plastic frame fittings (12) carefully.
5. Remove X-Brace and seat stays. See 5.6.3 Replaxing
X-Brace, page 16.
6. Remove battery rails. See 5.6.5 Replacing Battery Rails,
page 16.
7. Remove rear seat saddles (6). See 5.6.2 Replacing Seat
Saddles, page 16.

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5.6.2 Replacing Seat Saddles

• 4 mm Allen key
• 10 mm wrench

Fig. 5-3

1. Remove bolts which clamp U brackets (14), seat stay

(11) and side frames (13 and 3).
2. Remove U bracket (14).
3. Locate large bolts at bottom of each side of X Brace
(8). Remove bolts
4. Remove X Brace (8) from side frames (3 and 13).
5. Replace further parts of X Brace (8) if required:
a. Push bearings out from short bottom tubes of X
Brace.
b. Remove bolt and spacer which supports seat stays
(11) to remove seat stays
c. Remove bolt and spacers to replace X Brace centre
pivot.
d. Remove seat clamp (7).

5.6.4 Replacing Anti-Tipper Socket

• 4 mm Allen key
• 10 mm wrench

Fig. 5-4

Fig. 5-2 1. Remove bolt A, nut D and washer C.

2. Pull anti-tipper socket B out of side frames.
1. Loosen and remove bolt A, nut E and washer D of 3. Install parts in reverse order.
seat saddle B. 4. Test all functions.
2. Replace seat saddle.
3. Install parts in reverse order.
5.6.5 Replacing Battery Rails
4. Test all functions.

5.6.3 Replaxing X-Brace • 13 mm wrench (2x)

• 4 mm Allen key
• 5 mm Allen key
• 10 mm wrench (2x)
• 13 mm wrench (2x)
• 17 mm wrench (2x)

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3.

Fig. 5-6
Loosen and remove nut A and washer B.
4. Secure gas spring C! Pull bolt F and washer E out
of holder D.
5.
Fig. 5-5

1. Loosen and remove bolts D, front tie–down clamp B (if

installed) and spacer A at front position.
2. Loosen and remove bolt E, spacers F + G, rear
tie-down clamp (not shown), washer H, nut I and end
cap J at rear position. When removing take care on
battery rail C. Completely withdraw bolt Eto remove
rear tie down clamp and spacers.
3. Install new parts in reverse order.
4. Test all functions.

5.6.6 Replacing Curb Climber

CAUTION! Fig. 5-7
Risk of crushing Loosen and remove nut A including washer B.
Injury hazard to hands. The gas spring is under 6. Pull bolt D out of holder.
pressure. 7. Remove curb climber F including bushing E from
– Be careful with your hands. mounting bracket C.
– Use suitable tools. 8.

• 4 mm Allen key
• 10 mm Allen key
• 10 mm wrench
• 13 mm wrench (2x)
• 19 mm wrench

When removing, take care of small parts such as

screws and washers. Put all small parts down so that
they can be installed in correct sequence. Fig. 5-8

Removing Curb Climber Hold in place bolt E. Loosen and remove nut A
including washer B.
1. Secure mobility device against rolling away. 9. Replace gas spring C.
2. If necessary, remove parts that are in the way like
legrests.

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10. 5.7 Drive components

5.7.1 Replacing Motor

Fig. 5-10

• Phillips screwdriver, size 1

• 3 mm Allen key
Fig. 5-9
1. Turn off mobility device.
If required, remove mounting bracket. Remove locking 2. Remove plug B from power module.
pin G and pull mounting bracket A out of bracket B. 3. If necessary, remove drive wheels. See 5.8.4 Replacing
11. Remove end cap E. drive wheel, page 20.
12. Loosen and remove nut C, washer F, bolt D and 4. Remove screws G and motor end F.
bracket B. 5. Remove two / three electro magnetic brake fixing screws
Installing Curb Climber E and brake D.
6. Replace motor A.
When applying the correct tightening torque to nut
F, ensure that curb climber can move freely. Installing Motor
1. Install parts in reverse order.
1. Install parts in reverse order. 2. Test all functions.
2. Test all functions.
5.7.2 Replacing Carbon Brushes
5.6.7 Replacing Rubber Foot
Always replace all carbon brushes on both motors.

If carbon brushes were checked but not replaced, you

must know their exact fitting position. Used carbon
brushes need to be refitted exactly in the same
position from which they were taken to guarantee
optimum contact to collector. If necessary, make
markings on motor and carbon brushes to guarantee
correct installation.

• Flat screwdriver

1. Pull front part of old rubber foot B off kerb climber A

in forward direction.
2. Place rear part of new rubber foot over kerb climber.
3. Push front part of new rubber foot over kerb climber.

Fig. 5-11

1. Remove motor end cap and motor brake. See 5.7.1

Replacing Motor, page 18.
2. Remove feeder wire termination screws C.
3. Release bush springs A and replace carbon brushes B.

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5.8 Wheels 1. Remove castor plastic cap with flat screwdriver. Counter
lower nut E and remove upper nut J.
5.8.1 General Warning Information on Wheel Replacement 2. Pull out castor fork assembly. out of steering head tube.
Make sure not to damage threads of steering head shaft
WARNING! H.
Risk of injury 3. Counter steering head shaft H. Remove nut E and
If a tire with one or more damaged rim threads is washer F.
inflated, rim could burst and cause serious injury. 4. If necessary, replace ball bearings I, see 5.8.3 Installing
– Do not inflate tire if one or more rim threads Ball Bearings, page 19. Make sure not to damage
are damaged. steering head tube.
– Immediately replace rim with damaged threads. 5. Remove end caps C.
6. Counter axle bolt B. Remove axle nut A.
CAUTION! 7. Remove axle bolt B and wheel D.
Risk of injury from wheels coming loose 8. If necessary, repair flat tire. See 5.8.7 Repairing tire
If wheels are insufficiently secured during puncture (drive wheel), page 21.
mounting, they can come loose when driving. Installing Castor Wheels
– When mounting wheels tighten bolts with
prescribed torque. CAUTION!
– Secure all bolts using a suitable blocker. Incorrect reassembly can damage the bearings
– Never use normal nuts instead of self-locking and cause the casters to fall out
nuts. The single-row angular ball bearing rings are not
– Always use new nuts and bolts with an identical on both sides. There is only one correct
undamaged coating. way to insert them.
– The bearings must always be assembled so that
CAUTION! the narrow borders of the ball bearings are
Risk of injury due to uncontrolled movement of facing each other (inside).
mobility device – The steering head bolts and nuts must always
– Turn power off. be pressing against the wide (outside) border of
– Engage motors. the ball bearings! Otherwise, the bearings will
– Secure mobility device against rolling away by be pressed apart and damaged by the bolts.
placing wedges under wheels.
After installation, castor wheels should rotate freely
Risk of damage to rim threads but bearings should have no play.
Incorrectly tightened screws can cause damage
to rim threads. 1. Install parts in reverse order.
– Tighten rim screws with recommended 2. Test all functions.
tightening torque. 3. First tighten nuts to 20 Nm ± 2 Nm.
4. Then loosen them slightly.
5. Then retighten to 15 Nm ± 1.5 Nm.
5.8.2 Replacing Castor Wheels
5.8.3 Installing Ball Bearings
CAUTION!
Incorrect installation can damage bearings and
cause steering wheels to fall out
The single-row angular ball bearing rings are not
identical on both sides. There is only one correct
way to insert them.
– The bearings must always be assembled so that
narrow borders of the ball bearings are facing
each other (inside).
– The steering head bolts and nuts must always
be pressing against wide (outside) border of
ball bearings! Otherwise, the bearings will be
pressed apart and damaged by the bolts.

The illustrations show the wide border of the ball bearing

on outside of ball race A and the narrow ball bearing edge
on the inside B.
Fig. 5-12

• 13 mm wrench (2x)
• 19 mm wrench (2x)
• Torque wrench
• Flat screwdriver (large)
• Wooden block (approx. 12 cm x 12 cm x 30 cm
for propping up mobility device)

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After installation wheels should rotate freely but bearings 3. Loosen and remove countersunk center screw and
should have no play. washer.
4. Pull hub off motor shaft
5.8.4 Replacing drive wheel
Degreasing Mounting Holes and Motor Shaft
CAUTION! The following describes the degreasing of the threaded
Risk of crushing to hands and feet by weight of mounting holes and surface of the motor shaft.
mobility device
– Pay attention to hand and feet. To ensure a secure connection between the shaft and the
– Use proper lifting techniques. hub and guarantee the function of the retaining compound
and thread locking adhesive according to DIN 267-28, the
• Torx wrench with threaded mounting holes and surface of the motor shaft
– TX40 Bit must be cleaned of all grease. This process refers to all
• Mounting kit wheelchairs, on which the axial direction of movement
• Wooden block (approx. 12 x 12 x 30 cm) for of the rear wheels is secured by the "wheel hub cover"
propping up mobility device (Z122014-0002 and Z122014-9005) using a hub screw with
a thread locking adhesive. To do this, a spritz of Loctite®
Take care of small parts and observe sequence in 7063 (or a cleaner with identical features) is sprayed into
which component parts are installed. Set them out the shaft’s threaded mounting hole () and on its surface.
in an orderly fashion so that they can be installed The cleaner must be allowed to evaporate completely before
again easily in correct sequence. connecting the parts to one another.
This cleaning instruction is also valid for other screw joints
1. Prop up mobility device using wooden block. where screws with a retaining compound or thread locking
2. coating are used. It is also important to ensure that the
threaded surfaces are free of grease when securing a
screwed joint with screw adhesive, e.g. Loctite®.

Loosen 4 screws (1).

3. Remove wheel from hub.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury if wheels come off
If drive wheels are insufficiently attached
during assembly, they can come off during
driving.
– Tighten TX40 countersunk screws to 30 Nm
when mounting drive wheels.
– Always use new screws with undamaged Fig. 5-13
coating.
Installing Drive Wheel Hub
Make sure wheel is re-fitted on same side and in
CAUTION!
same running direction as removed.
Risk of injury from wheels coming loose
4. Install parts in reverse order. If the drive wheels are insufficiently secured
during mounting, they can come loose when
5.8.5 Replacing Drive Wheel Hub driving.
– When mounting the drive wheels and hub
New versions of the drive wheel hub for this mobility device tighten the TX40 countersunk screws with 30
are not serviceable. Make sure to follow the instructions Nm.
below if you have an old version of drive wheel without – Always use new screws with an undamaged
label. Contact your provider or Invacare directly if your are coating.
not sure which version of wheel hub you have.
• Torque wrench (30 Nm) with TX40 Torx bit Risk of damage to the rim painting
• Wooden blocks (approx. 12 x 12 x 30 cm) Retaining compound dissolves the rim painting.
• Cleaner (Loctite® 7063™ or similar) – Avoid contact of retaining compound with rim
• Thread locking adhesive, high-strength painting.
(Loctite 270 or similar)

Removing Drive Wheel Hub

1. Raise mobility device and place wooden blocks under
it to support it.
2. Remove drive wheel. See 5.8.4 Replacing drive wheel,
page 20.

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1. 5.8.7 Repairing tire puncture (drive wheel)

CAUTION!
Risk of injury if mobility device starts moving
unintentionally during repair work
Switch power supply off (ON/OFF key).
– Engage drive.
– Before raising mobility device, secure wheels by
blocking them with wedges.
Apply retaining compound circular on leading edge
of shaft and thread locking adhesive into threaded CAUTION!
mounting hole of shaft. Risk of crushing to hands and feet by weight of
2. mobility device
– Pay attention to hand and feet.
– Use proper lifting techniques.

• Torque wrench with

– Torx-Bit TX40
• 5 mm Allen key
• Mounting kit
• Wooden block (approx. 12 x 12x 30 cm for
Apply retaining compound circular on inner surface of propping up mobility device)
hub. • Repair kit for tire repair or a new inner tube
3. Shift hub on shaft twice to thoroughly spread retaining • Talcum powder
compound.
4. Remove excessive retaining compound with a cloth. Removing wheel
Avoid contact of compound with rim painting.
1. Lift mobility device up and place wooden block
5. Install the wheel again.
underneath it to keep it in raised position.
6. Apply thread locking adhesive on center screw.
2.
7. Insert countersunk center screw including washer and
tighten with 30 Nm.
8. Affix label on center screw.
9. Allow adhesives to cure for approximately 30 minutes.
Do not drive under load during this time.

5.8.6 Replacing Manual Wheel Lock

Remove four countersunk head screws TX40 (1) using

Torx bit.
3. Pull wheel from hub.
Repairing flat tire
WARNING!
Risk of explosion
There is considerable pressure in tire. Risk of
injury if you do not deflate tire before removing
wheel rim.
– Press in tappet and deflate tire.

1. Remove valve cap.

2. Pressing in tappet and deflate tire.
3.

Fig. 5-14

• 4 mm Allen key
• 5 mm Allen key

1. Disengage wheel lock D. Remove 5 screws (2) on reverse side of wheel.

2. Loosen Anti-rotation screw A. 4. Remove rim halves from tire.
3. Loosen clamp screws C and remove wheel lock D and 5. Remove inner tube from tire.
clamp from side frame B.

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6. Repair inner tube and replace, or insert new. Installing Anti—Tipper

If old inner tube is to be repaired and re-used 1. Install parts in reverse order.
and has become wet during repair, you can make 2. Test all functions.
replacement easier by lightly dusting inner tube
with talcum powder.
5.9 Electrical components
Make sure that the wheel is refitted on the
same side and in the same running direction as 5.9.1 Batteries
removed.
CAUTION!
7. Re-insert rim halves into tire. Injury hazard and possible material damages if
8. Pump a little air into tire. batteries are handled improperly
9. Insert socket head screws into rim and tighten screws The installation of new batteries may only be
to 10 Nm. Make sure the inner tube is not crushed carried out by authorised specialists.
between the two rim halves. – Observe the warning information on the
10. Make sure that tire is situated directly on rim. batteries.
11. Inflate tire to recommended pressure. – Only use battery versions stated in the
12. Check that tire is still situated directly and correctly on specifications.
rim.
13. Screw valve cap back on.
CAUTION!
Installing wheel Fire and burns hazard if battery terminal is
bypassed
CAUTION! – Take great care to ensure that the battery
Risk of injury if wheels come off terminals are never short-circuited with tools or
If drive wheels are insufficiently attached during mechanical mobility device parts.
assembly, they can come off during driving. – Ensure that the battery terminal caps have
– Tighten the TX40 countersunk screws to 30 Nm been replaced if you are not working on the
when mounting drive wheels. battery terminals.
– Always use new screws with undamaged
coating.
CAUTION!
1. Install wheel. Risk of crushing
2. Insert four new countersunk screws and tighten them Batteries can be extremely heavy. This results in
with torque of 30 Nm. injury hazards to your hands.
– Handle the batteries with care.
– Pay attention to hands.
5.8.8 Replacing Anti-Tipper
– Use proper lifting techniques.
• 8 mm wrench (2x)
• Flat screwdriver (2x) WARNING!
• Starlock® installation tool Burn hazard
Injury hazard due to discharged acid.
– Always wear acid-proof protective gloves when
handling batteries.
– Always wear protective goggles when handling
batteries.
What to do if acid is discharged
– Always take clothing which has been soiled by
or dipped in acid off immediately!
– Rinse any areas of your skin which has come
into contact with battery acid off immediately
Fig. 5-15
with plenty of water!
Removing Anti-Tipper
If contact with eyes is made
1. Push buttons on side of anti tipper socket and remove – You should also consult an eye specialist
top section B. immediately afterwards!
Replacing Anti-Tipper Bottom Section
When removing, take care of small parts such as
1. Loosen and remove bolt F, nut C and washer D. screws and washers. Put all small parts down so that
2. Pull bottom section E out of top section B. they can be installed in correct sequence.
3. Install parts in reverse order.
Replacing Anti-Tipper Wheel General instructions on handling the batteries
1. Remove one of starlock washers I. • Never mix and match different battery manufactures or
2. Remove pin H and remaining starlock washer. technologies, or use batteries that do not have similar
3. Pull wheel G out of bottom section E. date codes.
4. Install parts in reverse order. • Never mix gel with AGM batteries.

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• The batteries reach their end of life when the drive

range is significantly smaller than usual. Contact your
provider or service technician for details.
• Always have your batteries installed by a properly
trained mobility device technician or a person with
adequate knowledge. They have the necessary training
and tools to do the job safely and correctly.
How to handle damaged batteries correctly
CAUTION!
Corrosion and burns from acid leakage if
batteries are damaged Fig. 5-17
– Remove clothes that have been soiled by acid 1. Unplug remote (1) from power module (4).
immediately. 2. Remove remote.
After contact with skin: 3. Depending on type of remote holder installed to mobility
– Immediately wash affected area with lots of device, remove screws (2) using either a 5 mm Allen
water. key or 8 mm wrench.
4. If required, remove joystick knob (8) by firmly pulling
After contact with eyes: upwards.
– Immediately rinse eyes under running water for
several minutes; consult a physician. Removing Power Module
• 3 mm Allen key
• Always wear safety goggles and appropriate safety • 5 mm Allen key
clothing when handling damaged batteries. • 7 mm wrench
• Place damaged batteries in an acid-resistant receptacle • 10 mm wrench
immediately after removing them.
• Only ever transport damaged batteries in an appropriate
acid-resistant receptacle.
• Wash all objects that have come into contact with acid
with lots of water.
Disposing of dead or damaged batteries correctly
Dead or damaged batteries can be given back to your
provider or directly to Invacare.
Replacing Batteries and Battery Boxes

Fig. 5-18

1. Unplug remaining connectors from power Module.

2. Loosen and remove both screws (7), washer and nuts
(not shown). Remove power module.
3. If necessary, remove screw (6) washers and nut (not
shown) to replace power module bracket (5).
Fig. 5-16
Installing Controls
1. Remove battery from chassis. See corresponding user
manual. When installing joystick remote screws be sure not
2. Remove battery box strap D. to use a torque in excess of 2 Nm.
3. Loosen and remove battery box lid A.
4. Pull battery out of battery box C. 1. Install parts in reverse order. Take care not to
5. Remove batter box insert B. overtighten screws.
6. Replace batteries and/or other parts. 2. Test all functions.
7. Install parts in reverse order.
8. Test all functions.

5.9.2 Replacing Controls

Removing Remote
• 5 mm Allen key
• 8 mm wrench

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5.9.3 Wiring Diagrams

Fig. 5-19

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5.9.4 Resetting Circuit Breaker Replacing Handle

If the mobility device cannot be turned on, check whether 1. Remove backbrace.
the safety cutout has triggered. The safety cutout is reset by 2. Remove defective handle C.
pressing the knob inwards. 3. Install parts in reverse order.
See user manual. Replacing Backrest Upholstery
This mobility device is delivered with different upholsteries.
5.10 Lighting unit If a recliner backrest is installed, it may be necessary to
remove the gasspring and lower section of the backrest
5.10.1 Replacing Headlight tubes to completely remove the upholstery.
Replacing Headlight
• Phillips screwdriver, size 2
See corresponding light manual.
Removing Headlight Holder 1. Remove backbrace and handle.
2. Remove screws D including rosette.
3. Remove both backrest tubes from chassis.
4. Replace Backrest Upholstery E.
Replacing Backrest tubes

Fig. 5-20

1. Loosen screw C.
2. Pull holder D out off remote bracket B.
3. If necessary, loosen hand screw A and remove remote
bracket B.
Installing Headlight Holder
1. Install parts in reverse order.
2. Test correct installation.

5.10.2 Replacing Rear Light

See corresponding light manual.

5.11 Seating
This manual refers to configurations with standard seat
system.
For other seat systems (for example Modulite), refer to the
corresponding manual. Fig. 5-22

5.11.1 Replacing Backrest Unit 1. Remove backbrace, handle and upholstery.

2. Lossen lever D on chassis C.
Replacing Fabric Seat (Padded)

Fig. 5-21

Replacing Backbrace
1. Remove both hand screws A on backrest unit.
2. Remove back brace B.
3. Install parts in reverse order. Fig. 5-23 Schematic representation of a padded fabric seat

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Installing headrest
• Phillips screwdriver, size 2
1. Install parts in reverse order.
2. Tighten hand screw B hand-tight.
1. Remove any parts that are in the way, such as armrests
3. Test all functions.
and seat cushion.
2. Loosen and remove eight screws including rosette.
3. Replace seat. 5.12.2 Replacing Headrest Mounting Bracket
4. Install parts in reverse order.
• 4 mm Allen key
Replacing Seat Board
CAUTION!
Risk of injury and damage
An incorrectly installed safety clip can come off
and the seat board can unexpectedly fall down,
which can lead to injuries.
– Make sure that you install safety clip correctly
and it engages.

Fig. 5-26
Removing bracket
Fig. 5-24
Not all bolts and washers are shown in illustration.
1. Remove any parts that are in the way, such as armrests
and seat cushion. 1. Loosen and remove bolts E including washers F,
2. Remove four safety clips B. mounting plate D and bottom side of bracket C.
3. Lift off seat board A. 2. Remove top side of bracket B including nuts A.
Installing bracket
5.12 Headrest / Neckrest
1. Install parts in reverse order.
5.12.1 Replacing Headrest 2. Test all functions.

5.13 Armrests
5.13.1 Replacing Armrest
Replacing Armpad

Fig. 5-28

Fig. 5-27

• Phillips screwdriver, size 2 (Standard armpad)

Fig. 5-25 • 3 mm Allen key (Long armpad)
Removing headrest 1. Loosen hand screw on siderest holder.
1. Loosen hand screw B. 2. Remove screws B and armpad A.
2. Pull headrest A out of bracket C. 3. Install parts in reverse order.

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Replacing Siderest 5.14.1 Replacing Legrest Holder

• Phillips screwdriver, size 2

Fig. 5-29

1. Remove screws A and take away clothing guard B and

clamps D.
Replacing Hand Screw Assembly
Hand screw assembly is used to fix upper and lower
armrest tubes. Illustration shows how to replace
lower assembly.

Fig. 5-31

• 4 mm Allen key
• 5 mm Allen key
• 10 mm wrench

1. Loosen and remove nut I, washer H and bolt E of

seat saddle F.
2. Loosen and remove nuts C, washers B, bolts A and
seat clamp receiver D.
3. Pull legrest holder G out of side frame.
Fig. 5-30 Hand screw assembly on armrest lower tube

1. Remove hand screw D. 5.14.2 Replacing Legrest Hanger Parts

2. Push fixing nut A into tube to release plastic ring C. Replacing Hanger Pivot
3. Remove fixing nut and plastic ring from tube B.
4. Install parts in reverse order. • Phillips screwdriver, size 2 (up to June 2015)
• 5 mm Allen key (since July 2015)
Replacing Armrest Holder

• 5 mm Allen key

1. Loosen set screw on chassis.

2. Pull out holder B.
3. Install parts in reverse order.

5.14 Footrests / Legrests

Replacing of footrests and legrests is dependent on
their type. For more information about this, see Fig. 5-32
Adjusting footrests and legrests.
Fig. 5-33

1. Remove screw B on bottom side of pivot.

2. Pull pivot A out off hanger.

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Replacing Nose Locking

• TX10 Torx key

Fig. 5-36

1. Remove screw (11) on foot plate (10).

2. Remove foot plate (10) from lower legrest tube. Take
care not to damage adjustment fixings (13).
3. Install parts in reverse order.
4. Test all functions.

5.14.4 Replacing Foot Plate / Heel Strap of Legrest

• 6 mm Allen key
• Phillips screwdriver, size 2
Fig. 5-34

1. Remove three screws C.

2. Pull nose D out off hanger E.
Replacing Hanger Lock (up to June 2015)

• 10 mm wrench (2x)

Fig. 5-35

1. Counter nut K.
2. Loosen and remove bolt F including nut K, washer(s)
(H and J) and locking part G.
Replacing Hanger Lock (since July 2015)
Fig. 5-37
• 4 mm Allen key
Removing Foot Plate / Heel Strap
1. Loosen and remove screw including saddle washer and 1. Loosen and remove screw C, saddle washers B and
locking part. nut G.
2. Pull legrest A out of foot plate D.
5.14.3 Replacing Angle- And Depth-Adjustable Foot Plate 3. Loosen and remove screw E including plastic bolt H.
4. Remove heel strap F.
• 5 mm Allen key Installing Foot Plate / Heel Strap
1. Install parts in reverse order.
Ensure that saddle washers B are in correct
position.
2. Test all functions.

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5.15 Posture Belt 1. Loosen clamp lever A.

2. Pull out backpost B.
5.15.1 Replacing Posture Belt 3. Remove posture belt.
Removing Posture Belt Installing Posture Belt
1. Install parts in reverse order.
2. Test all functions.

Fig. 5-38

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6 Accessories

6.1 Accessories
• Swing-away tray, left-hand mounted
• Swing-away tray, right-hand mounted
• Taxi Clamp
• Tie-Down Clamp (Rear and Front)
• Battery transportation strap
• Mirror
• Caneholder

The installation instructions for accessories are available at your provider or directly from Invacare.

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Invacare Australia PTY. Ltd. Invacare Canada LP Invacare Ireland Ltd, Invacare New Zealand Ltd
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orders@invacare.com.au www.invacare.ie www.invacare.co.nz
www.invacare.com.au
United Kingdom: Eastern Europe, Middle East & CIS:
Invacare Limited Invacare EU Export
Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed Kleiststraße 49
Bridgend CF35 5AQ D-32457 Porta Westfalica / Germany
Tel: (44) (0) 1656 776 222 Tel: (49) (0)57 31 754 540
Fax: (44) (0) 1656 776 220 Fax: (49) (0)57 31 754 541
uk@invacare.com webinfo-eu-export@invacare.com
www.invacare.co.uk www.invacare-eu-export.com

Manufacturer:
Invacare Deutschland GmbH
Kleiststraße 49
D-32457 Porta Westfalica
Germany

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