Invacare Fox User Manual
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- Page 1 Invacare® Fox™ en Power Wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
- Page 2 All rights reserved. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Trademarks are identified by ™ and ®. All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
5 Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating Contents posture ........22 5.1 General information on adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture . - Page 4 6.2.4 Adjusting the depth of the calf pad ....33 9 Maintenance ........45 6.2.5 Adjusting the height of the calf pad.
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Page 5: General
If you find that the font size in the print version of the user manual Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in is difficult to read, you can download it as a pdf from the Invacare damage to property if it is not avoided. -
Page 6: Intended Use
You should immediately contact an authorized European weather conditions. When equipped with an appropriate Invacare dealer if the usability of your mobility device lighting system, the vehicle is suitable for use on public roads. is restricted due to: 1.6 Indications... -
Page 7: Warranty
General Or if you have the feeling that something is wrong with your mobility device. 1.8 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. 1.9 Service life We estimate a service life of five years for this product, provided it is used in strict accordance with the intended use as set out in this... -
Page 8: Safety
Invacare® Fox™ 2 Safety WARNING! Risk of damage or injury if mobility device is accidentally set into motion 2.1 General safety notes – Switch the mobility device off before you get in, get out or handle unwieldy objects. WARNING! – When the drive is disengaged, the brake inside the Risk of injury if mobility device is used in any drive is deactivated. - Page 9 Safety WARNING! CAUTION! Risk of injury when transferring mobility device Risk of injury if maximum permissible load is to a vehicle for transport with the occupant exceeded seated in it – Do not exceed the maximum permissible load (refer – It is always better to transfer the mobility device to a to 13 Technical data, page 59).
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Page 10: Safety Information On The Electrical System
Corroded electrical components due to water, liquid – Do not connect any electric devices to your mobility exposure, or incontinent users can result in death, device that are not expressly certified by Invacare for serious injury, or damage. – Minimize exposure of electrical components to water this purpose. -
Page 11: Safety Information On Electromagnetic Interference
Safety DANGER! Risk of damage to the wheelchair Risk of death or serious injury A failure in the electric system can lead to unusual Failure to observe these warnings can cause an electrical behavior such as continuous light, no light, or noises short resulting in death, serious injury, or damage to from the magnetic brakes. -
Page 12: Safety Information On Driving And Freewheel Mode
Invacare® Fox™ WARNING! WARNING! Risk of malfunction due to electromagnetic Risk of injury if the mobility device tips over interference – Inclines and declines can only be travelled up to the – Do not switch on or operate portable transceivers or... - Page 13 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Risk of injury if the mobility device tips over Risk of breaking down in adverse weather (continued) conditions, i.e. extreme cold, in an isolated area – Never use the mobility device to transport more than – If you are a user with severely limited mobility, we one person.
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Page 14: Safety Information With Regard To Care And Maintenance
Such repair the mobility device, elevating legrests must always be and/or service MUST be performed by a qualified lowered during normal travelling. technician. Contact a dealer or Invacare technician. WARNING! CAUTION! Tipping hazard if antitippers are removed,... -
Page 15: Safety Information Regarding Changes And Modifications To The Mobility Device
Risk of injuries, and damage to the mobility device, if unapproved backrests are used CAUTION! A retrofitted backrest which is not approved by Invacare Risk of injuries and damage to mobility device due for use with this mobility device may overload the... -
Page 16: The Position Of The Labels On The Product
Invacare® Fox™ If the mobility device is fitted Important information about maintenance work with a table, it is imperative tools – Some maintenance work which is described in this that it is removed and safely manual and can be carried out by the user without stowed when transporting the problems require the correct tools for proper work. - Page 17 Safety Explanation of symbols on labels Warning that the mobility device may not be used as a Date of manufacture vehicle seat This mobility device does not This product complies with Directive 93/42/EEC satisfy the requirements of concerning medical devices. The launch date of this ISO 7176-19.
- Page 18 Invacare® Fox™ 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 mobility device. • Note that for driving purposes both motors must always be engaged.
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Page 19: Components
Components operate a particular remote, refer to its corresponding user manual 3 Components (enclosed). 3.1 Key features Push bar Remote Legrests Caster locks Curb climber Drive wheel Levers for disengaging motors at the rear (not visible in the picture) 3.2 Remotes Your mobility device may be fitted with one of several different remotes. -
Page 20: Accessories
You can find in the correct sitting position. more information about maintenance work on belts in the service manual, which is available from Invacare. 4.1.1 Types of postural belts Your mobility device can be fitted with the following postural belt 4.2 Using the cane holder... -
Page 21: Using The Klickfix Adapter
Rixen + Kaul KLICKfix system. To this you can attach various from any of four different directions. Please refer to the installation accessories such as the cellphone case supplied by Invacare, which instructions which are available from your Invacare dealer or directly you can use to transport your cellphone, sports glasses etc. -
Page 22: Adjusting The Mobility Device To The User's Seating Posture
If the mobility device does not perform to specifications, IMMEDIATELY turn the mobility device Off and reenter set-up specifications. Contact Invacare, if mobility device still does not perform to correct specifications. 1577074-B... -
Page 23: Adjustment Possibility For Remote
Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture CAUTION! CAUTION! Damage to mobility device and accident hazard Risk of the remote being pushed backwards It is possible that collisions can occur between mobility during an accidental collision with an obstacle, device components due to various combinations of such as a doorframe or table, and the joystick adjustment options and their individual settings... -
Page 24: Adjusting The Height Of The Remote
Invacare® Fox™ 5.3 Adjusting the height of the armrests 5.2.2 Adjusting the height of the remote (only for swing–away remote holders) Tools: • 6 mm Allen key Loosen the Allen screw A. Loosen wing screw A. Adjust the remote to the desired height. -
Page 25: Adjusting The Position Of The Armrest In Depth
Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture Loosen screw A. Loosen screws A and move armrest in depth. Adjust armrest to required position. Tighten screws securely. Retighten screw. 5.6 Adjusting the seat angle Repeat this procedure for the second armrest. CAUTION! 5.5 Adjusting the position of the armrest in Adjusting the seat tilt or the backrest angle... -
Page 26: Adjusting The Backrest Angle
Invacare® Fox™ The backrest is fitted with a stopper allowing you to easily reset the backrest to your preferred backrest angle. Adjusting the backrest is only possible between this angle and smaller angles. If you want to use a larger backrest angle, you need to adjust the stopper. -
Page 27: Adjusting The Backrest Stopper
Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture 5.8 Adjusting the backrest stopper 85° 95° CAUTION! Adjusting the seat tilt or the backrest angle 105° changes the geometry of the mobility device and 115° directly influences its dynamic stability! –... -
Page 28: Removing/Installing The Backrest
This can cause the neck to be hyperextended during collisions. – It is recommended to use a headrest during transport. The Invacare headrest for this mobility device (available as an option) is the perfect solution for use during transport. – The headrest must be adjusted to the user's ear height. -
Page 29: Adjusting The Position Of The Headrest Or Neckrest
Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture 5.10.1 Adjusting the position of the headrest or neckrest The adjustment of the position is the same for all headrests and neckrests. Tools: • 5 mm Allen key Loosen knob A. Adjust headrest or neckrest to required height. -
Page 30: Laterally Adjusting The Tray
Invacare® Fox™ 5.11.1 Laterally adjusting the tray Loosen wing-screw A. Adjust tray to desired depth (or remove it entirely). Re-tighten screw. 5.11.3 Swinging the tray away to the side The tray can be swivelled up and away to the side to allow the user to get in and out of the mobility device. -
Page 31: Adjusting Footrests And Legrests
Adjusting footrests and legrests Push the release lever inward or outward. The legrest is 6 Adjusting footrests and legrests released. Swivel the legrest inward or outward. 6.1 Standard 80° footrest To remove the legrest simply pull upward. 6.1.1 Swivel the footrests outwards and/or remove 6.1.2 Adjusting the length them Tools:... -
Page 32: Setting The Angle
Invacare® Fox™ Press unlocking knob (1) and remove legrests upwards. Press the unlocking lever (1) down. Adjust the legrest to the 6.2.2 Setting the angle required angle. Release the unlocking lever. The legrest engages. CAUTION! 6.2.3 Adjusting the length of the legrest Risk of crushing –... -
Page 33: Adjusting The Depth Of The Calf Pad
Adjusting footrests and legrests Swivel the calf pad to the front. Release bolt (1) with the Allen key and remove. Set the nut on the other side to the required depth. Adjust the calf pad to match the depth of the nut, put the screw back in and tighten. - Page 34 Invacare® Fox™ Loosen the hand screw (1). Adjust to required position. Retighten the wing nuts. 1577074-B...
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Page 35: Usage
Usage 7 Usage If installed, make sure to properly adjust and use the postural belt each time you use the wheelchair. 7.1 Driving Sitting comfortably = Driving safely CAUTION! Before each trip, make sure that: Risk of unexpected driving behavior due to locked •... -
Page 36: Getting In And Out Of The Mobility Device
Invacare® Fox™ 7.4.1 Removing the standard armrest in order to side transfer Engaging the parking brake: Pull lever A upwards. Pull the plug A of the remote cable to disconnect the remote. Disengaging the parking brake: Loosen wing nut B. -
Page 37: Folding Away/Releasing The Curb Climber
Usage If you do not have sufficient muscle strength, you should ask other persons for help. Use a sliding board, if possible. Getting into the mobility device: Position your mobility device as close as possible to your seat. This might have to be done by an attendant. Align casters parallel to the drive wheels to improve stability during transfer. -
Page 38: The Correct Way To Overcome Obstacles
Invacare® Fox™ Check the position of the front wheels. They must be in driving CAUTION! direction and at right angles to the obstacle. Risk of falling out of the mobility device and Approach slowly and keep at a consistent speed until the rear damage to the mobility device such as broken wheels have also passed over the obstacle. -
Page 39: Use On Public Roads
If you wish to use your mobility device on public roads and lighting is required by national legislation, then your mobility device needs to be fitted with an appropriate lighting system. Contact your Invacare dealer if you have any questions. 1577074-B... - Page 40 Invacare® Fox™ Disengaging the motor: Switch off remote. Pull the engaging levers A upwards. The motor is disengaged. Engaging the motor: Push the engaging levers down A. The motor is engaged. 1577074-B...
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Page 41: Electrical System
A defective main fuse may be replaced only after checking • Try to provide a 24 hour charge once a week to make sure that the entire electric system. An Invacare specialised dealer both batteries are fully charged. must perform the replacement. You can find information on •... -
Page 42: How To Charge The Batteries
WARNING! be left unattended during charging. All charging devices which Risk of electric shock and damage to the batteries are supplied by Invacare comply with these requirements. – NEVER attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching • You cannot overcharge the batteries when using the charger cables directly to the battery terminals. -
Page 43: Instructions On Using The Batteries
Electrical system • • Do not leave the batteries in a low state of charge for an When only one red LED is flashing, the Battery Safe feature extended length of time. Charge a discharged battery as soon is enabled. From this time, speed and acceleration is reduced as possible. -
Page 44: General Instructions On Handling The Batteries
Invacare® Fox™ • Goods Rail Transport / Air Transport Ordinances. Batteries may be Only ever transport damaged batteries in an appropriate transported without restrictions, whether by road, rail or by air. acid-resistant receptacle. • Individual transport companies have, however, guidelines which can Wash all objects that have come into contact with acid with possibly restrict or forbid certain transport procedures. -
Page 45: Maintenance
Maintenance found in the service manual for this device, which can be obtained 9 Maintenance from Invacare. That manual, however, is intended to be used by trained and authorized service technicians, and describes tasks which 9.1 Maintenance introduction are not intended to be performed by the user. -
Page 46: Monthly
It is confirmed by stamp and signature that all jobs listed in the inspection schedule of the service and repair instructions have been properly performed. The list of the inspection jobs to be performed can be found in the service manual which is available through Invacare. - Page 47 Maintenance 2nd Annual Inspection 3rd Annual Inspection Stamp of authorized dealer / Date / Signature Stamp of authorized dealer / Date / Signature 4th Annual Inspection 5th Annual Inspection Stamp of authorized dealer / Date / Signature Stamp of authorized dealer / Date / Signature 1577074-B...
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Page 48: Transport
Invacare® Fox™ 10.2 Transferring the mobility device to a 10 Transport vehicle 10.1 Transport — General information WARNING! The mobility device is in danger of tipping over WARNING! if it is transferred to a vehicle while the driver is Risk of death or serious injury to the mobility... -
Page 49: Locking/Unlocking The Caster Locks
Transport 10.3 Use of the mobility device as a seat in a 10.2.1 Locking/Unlocking the caster locks vehicle CAUTION! The following section does not apply to models or Risk of unexpected driving behavior due to locked configurations which may not be used as a vehicle seat. casters These are identified by the following labels on the lashing If your mobility device is fitted with caster locks and... - Page 50 (UK for example), but may also provided with the vehicle. be obtained from Invacare as an option in other countries. – The mobility device should always be anchored facing This mobility device complies with the requirements of ISO 7176-19 in the transport vehicle's intended direction of travel.
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Page 51: How The Mobility Device Is Anchored In A Vehicle For Use As A Vehicle Seat
This can cause the neck to be hyperextended during collisions. – It is recommended to use a headrest during transport. The Invacare headrest for this mobility device (available as an option) is the perfect solution for use during transport. – The headrest must be adjusted to the user's ear height. -
Page 52: Disassembling The Mobility Device For Transport
CAUTION! Injury hazard – If you are unable to fasten your mobility device securely in a transport vehicle, Invacare recommends The pelvic belt should be positioned in the area between the user's that you do not transport it! pelvis and thighs so that it is unobstructed and not too loose. The ideal angle of the pelvic belt to the horizontal is between 45°... -
Page 53: Folding The Backrest Forwards
Refer to 10.4.4 Removing/Installing the battery boxes, page 55. • Invacare strongly recommends securing the mobility device to the floor of the transporting vehicle. Proceed as follows to disassemble the mobility device for transport: Remove the legrests. Refer to 6 Adjusting footrests and legrests, page 31. -
Page 54: Disconnecting The Remote
Invacare® Fox™ 10.4.2 Disconnecting the remote Switch off the remote. Pull the plug A of the remote cable to disconnect the remote. 10.4.3 Removing/Installing the seat CAUTION! Risk of strains from lifting heavy parts! – Use proper lifting techniques. On the center post, pull the safety latches A and fold up the seat until the rear safety latch B on the rear post engages. -
Page 55: Removing/Installing The Battery Boxes
Transport Installing the seat Removing the battery boxes Put the seat on the bracket. Fold the seat forward. Make sure the safety latches on the center post engage. 10.4.4 Removing/Installing the battery boxes CAUTION! Risk of strains from lifting heavy parts! –... -
Page 56: Folding/Unfolding The Chassis
Invacare® Fox™ Installing the battery boxes Unfolding the chassis Pull the safety latch of the center post, then pull the front of Risk of pinching the battery cables the chassis forward. – Make sure you do not pinch the battery cables when Push down the lever of the curb climber to release it. -
Page 57: After Use
Electric components and printed circuit boards are disposed of as electronic scrap. • Exhausted or damaged batteries can be returned to your medical equipment supplier or Invacare. • Disposal must be carried out in accordance with the respective national legal provisions. -
Page 58: Troubleshooting
Invacare® Fox™ 12 Troubleshooting 12.1 Resetting the circuit breaker WARNING! – NEVER defeat or bypass the circuit breaker. – ONLY replace with a circuit breaker of the same rating. Resetting the circuit breaker may be needed if the mobility device does not turn on and the reset button has popped out about 6 mm. -
Page 59: Technical Data
Technical data 13 Technical data 13.1 Technical specifications The technical information provided hereafter applies to a standard configuration or represents maximum achievable values within the general tolerances. These can change if accessories are added. The precise changes to these values are detailed in the sections for the respective accessories. Permissible operating and storage conditions •... - Page 60 Invacare® Fox™ Charging device • Input voltage 200 – 250 V nominal • Operating temperature (surroundings) -25° ... +50 °C • Storage temperature -40° ... +65 °C Drive wheel tires • Tire type 317 (12½" x 2¼") puncture-proof Caster tires •...
- Page 61 Technical data Driving characteristics Drive range in accordance with ISO 7176-4 3 km/h / 6 km/h: • 40 km (45/50 Ah batteries) • 32 km (40 Ah batteries) • 27 km (34 Ah batteries) 8 km/h: • 32 km (45/50 Ah batteries) •...
- Page 62 Invacare® Fox™ Dimensions in accordance with ISO 7176–15 • Backrest angle 85°, 95°, 105°, 115° • Armrest height 230 - 280 mm (standard armrest) • 205 - 255 mm (inrigged armest) • Seat angle 0°, 2°, 4°, 6°, 8° Footrests and legrests...
- Page 63 Measured without seat cushion The actual curb weight depends on the fittings your mobility device has been supplied with. Every Invacare mobility device is weighed when leaving the works. Refer to the nameplate for the curb weight (including batteries) measured.
- Page 64 Invacare Sales Companies Australia: Ireland: New Zealand: Canada: Invacare Australia PTY. Ltd. Invacare Corporation Invacare Ireland Ltd, Invacare New Zealand Ltd 1 Lenton Place, North Rocks N.S.W. 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 Unit 5 Seatown Business Campus 4 Westfield Place, Mt Wellington,...
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