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SERVICE MANUAL Storm³ These instructions contain information about: Troubleshooting Repair Edition: 01.2002...
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Storm³ Service Manual General information These repair instructions contains all the information necessary for maintenance and overhaul of the wheelchair. • All maintenance and overhaul work must be carried out in accordance with these repair instructions. • Please observe all safety instructions. •...
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Storm³ Service Manual Notes on transport • If the wheelchair has to be shipped back to the manufacturer for major repairs, you should always use the original packaging for transport. • You should also include as accurate a fault description as possible. The following symbols are used in these repair instructions: Note: "...
Storm³ Service Manual Contents SAFETY AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Before any inspection or repair work During dismantling/reassembly Before operation / after completion of work: TOOL LIST Tightening torques and Loctite LAYOUT OF MODULES, COMPONENTS AND DISPLAYS AND CONTROLS SERVICE PLAN (1X ANNUALLY) OPERATIONAL FAULTS General Fault causes...
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Storm³ Service Manual WHEELS Steering wheels / front wheels 3.00 – 6 / front wheel suspension 9.1.1 Replacing castor wheel / front wheel 9.1.2 Replacing wheel rim halves 9.1.3 Repairing / replacing tyres or inner tube 9.1.4 Replacing the wheel fork 9.1.5 Replacing deep groove ball bearings 9.1.6...
Storm³ Service Manual 12.1.2 Replacing the seat plate 12.2 Split seat plate 12.3 Armrests and side panels 12.3.1 Replacing armrest padding / changing its position 12.3.2 Replacing the side panel 12.3.3 Replacing the side panel plate 12.3.4 Replacing the side panel mounting BACKREST ADJUSTMENT 13.1 Standard (manual)
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Storm³ Service Manual 15.1.5 Replacing the footplate ACCESSORIES 16.1 Kerb climber 16.1.1 Replacing the kerb climber 16.1.2 Replacing the kerb climber assy. 16.1.3 Replacing the gas pressure springs 16.2 Cane holder (standard) 16.2.1 Replacing the cane holder Page 6 As at:07.03.02...
Storm³ Service Manual 1 Safety and assembly instructions The safety instructions are intended as prevention of accidents at work and it is imperative that they are observed. Before any inspection or repair work • Read and observe this repair manual and the associated operating manual. •...
Storm³ Service Manual Before operation / after completion of work: Caution: • Check all fixings for tight fit. • Check all parts for correct interlocking. • Only operate wheelchair with correct tyre pressure (2.5 bar). • Check electrical components for correct functioning, incorrect polarity of cables can result in damage to the electronics.
Storm³ Service Manual 2 Tool list You will need a standard tool set with at least the following: • set of open and ring spanners (6 – 24 mm) • set of Allen keys (1.5 - 10 mm) • torque wrench (commercial) •...
Storm³ Service Manual Tightening torques and Loctite The tightening torques stated in the following table are dependent on the thread diameters for the nuts and bolts for which no special values are determined. All values apply to dry and grease-free threads. Thread diameter Unit Undoing torque...
Storm³ Service Manual Layout of modules, components and displays and controls The following figures show the layout of "Storm³" modules. Removal and reassembly of spare parts is described from Chapter 8 onwards. Frame (chassis) Drive unit, disengaging mechanism, support wheels Brake (no diagram) Castor wheel (front wheel)
Storm³ Service Manual 4 Service plan (1x annually) " Component Check Remedy Chapter • Armrest damage and ⇒ Tighten screws, replace 12.3 Armrests and fastening padding side panels • Side panel damage and 12.3 ⇒ Tighten screws, replace fixing side panels •...
Storm³ Service Manual 5 Operational faults General If faults occur in drive mode or power supply proceed as follows: • First assess the fault causes described in Chapter 5.2. • Check the status display on the remote and assess the error codes in accordance with Chapter 6.
Storm³ Service Manual 6 Joystick box error codes Before assessing the error codes, carry out the following test: • Turn the remote on and off several times. Wait approx. 5 seconds before switching on. The test checks whether the error can be automatically rectified by the electronics, and if necessary deactivates the blinking status display at the remote.
Storm³ Service Manual Faulty data transmission Check drive unit / 9 or 10 x blink between modules battery chapt. 8.3.2 / 9.2 Motors overloaded / • Switch remote on 11 x blink overheated and off / wait if necessary • Module used has Check drive unit / Remove incorrect...
Storm³ Service Manual G10103 WASHER 8.4 X 25 X 2 1419233-0003 HEADED BUSH CHASSIS WITH LIFTER & BATTERY CASE ASSY. 1419341 GREEN CHASSIS WITH LIFTER & BATTERY CASE ASSY. 1421681 SILVER 1417949- CHASSIS GREEN PREASSEMBLED 1101060 1417949-9006 CHASSIS SILVER PREASSEMBLED 1418527 LIFTING UNIT PREASSEMBLED 1417955-9005 BATTERY FRAMES PREASSEMBLED...
Storm³ Service Manual 8.2.3 Replacing the gas pressure spring for lifter support • Raise the lifter if necessary (see page 39, chapt. 9.2.2). • Lever off locking washer (1) with screwdriver. • Drive out the bolt. • Unscrew hexagon cap nut (2). •...
Storm³ Service Manual Drive unit, disengage lever, support wheels 8.3.1 Drive unit Qty. Item No./Pcs. Item Description SP1421805 DRIVE UNIT 6 KM/H RH ASSY. (WITHOUT BRAKE) SP1421804 DRIVE UNIT 6 KM/H LH ASSY. (WITHOUT BRAKE) SP1421803 DRIVE UNIT 6 KM/H RH ASSY. (WITH BRAKE) SP1421802 DRIVE UNIT 6 KM/H LH ASSY.
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Storm³ Service Manual SP1423186 MOUNTING SET DRIVE UNIT ASSY. 1418519 BOLT M12 X 100 DIN 7991 1418520-0003 NUT M12 M30985 BRAKE BLOCK SET 90 X 18 (ANELLI) 1421654-0003 COUNTER-HOLDER RH 1421653-0003 COUNTER-HOLDER LH SP1423443 MOUNTING SET WHEEL 3.00-8" F00108 HEXAGON NUT M12 X 1.5 SELF-LOCKING D60183 COUNTERSUNK SCREW WITH ALLEN KEY HEAD M8 X 20 PB...
Storm³ Service Manual • Unscrew plastic cap (1). • Lever the carbon brushes out with a screwdriver. • Replace carbon brushes. Reassembly takes place in the reverse order. Disengage lever Qty. Item No./Pcs. Item Description 1420009 DISENGAGING MECHANISM ASSY. 1419957-0003 BRAKE LEVER 1419958-0003 BRAKE LEVER 2 1419972-0003 BRAKE LEVER 1 F00114...
Storm³ Service Manual " Note: Adjust the disengage lever after service work and check for correct functioning. 8.4.1 Replacing the disengage lever • Open the safety lock and lever off the Springfix ball seat (3). • Loosen both fixing screws on the lever (1. 2). •...
Storm³ Service Manual 8.4.2 Function check for disengage lever • Lift up the release lever by loosening the spring-loaded catch. • Raise the lever as far as the stop. The wheelchair is now disengaged and can be pushed. • Press the lever downwards and release the spring-loaded catch.
Storm³ Service Manual 8.5.1 Replacing wheel lock / Bowden cable • Dismantle the drive wheel on the side where the brake lever is(see page 36, chapt. 9.1.7). • Loosen the clamping screw (3) on the brake anchor plate. • Cut off the Bowden cable inner end cap (4) with oblique pliers.
Storm³ Service Manual 9 Wheels Steering wheels / front wheels 3.00 – 6 / front wheel suspension Qty. Item No./Pcs. Item Description 1422928 FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION ASSY. SP1423178 MOUNTING SET FRONT WHEEL FORK 1421687 SLIDER SL 42 F00108 HEXAGON NUT M12 X 1.5 SELF-LOCKING G40102 SPRING WASHER 24 X 13 X 1.2 SHAPE A G00104...
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Storm³ Service Manual SP1422933 WHEEL 3.00-6" PUNCTURE-PROOF; BLACK ASSY. SP1423181 MOUNTING SET WHEEL RIM 6" ASSY. 1418524-0307 RIM RING 6" EXTERNAL 1418523-0307 RIM RING 6" INTERNAL D50117 MACHINE SCREW WITH ALLEN KEY HEAD M6 X 35 SP1423182 BEARING SET WHEEL RIM 6" ASSY. 1417943 DEEP GROOVE BALL BEARING 6004-2SRSR 1415178-0002 SPACER LINING...
Storm³ Service Manual 9.1.1 Replacing castor wheel / front wheel • Lever off cap (1) with screwdriver. • Unscrew nut (2). • Remove washer. • Remove wheel. • When reassembling, secure the nut using Loctite (e.g. 243). Caution: Risk of accidents: Before the next stage you must remove the valve cap and depressurise the tyre by pushing in the valve seat.
Storm³ Service Manual " Note: If the old inner tube is to be repaired and re-used, and has become wet during repair, you can make replacement easier by sprinkling the inner tube with a little talcum powder. • Insert the wheel rim halves from outside into the tyre. •...
Storm³ Service Manual Lay the vehicle down on its side on a relatively firm underlay, or place wooden blocks under the frame so that the castor wheels are not loaded. 9.1.7 Replacing the drive wheels Only use original tyres, see spare parts catalogue! •...
Storm³ Service Manual • Insert the wheel rim halves from outside into the tyre. • Pump up the tyres a little. • Insert the Allen screw once again, and screw the wheel rims together tightly. • Check that the tyre is seated correctly once again. •...
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Storm³ Service Manual Qty. Item No./Pcs. Item Description 1421846 BATTERY ASSY. 0572-06266 INVACARE LOGO F384070 VELCRO BAND CUT 25 X 250 MM 1419330 BATTERY COVER "SILVER" 1421737 BATTERY COVER "GREEN" P50016 BATTERY 12V/70 AH SP1423696 BATTERY CHARGER 24V/8A WITH CONTINENTAL MAINS CABLE ASSY.
Storm³ Service Manual 9.2.1 Replacing batteries • Raise the lifter (see following information if electronics or lifter motor is defective). • Remove battery cover. • Pull all connecting plugs out of the modules. • Unscrew the equipment rack (1) and remove. •...
Storm³ Service Manual 10 Lighting 10.1 Front headlight Qty. Item No./Pcs. Item Description LIGHTING UNIT 24V FRONT FOLDAWAY ASSY. LIGHTING UNIT 12V TÜV FRONT FOLDAWAY ASSY. 1420413 FRONT HEADLIGHT LH 24V ASSY. SP 1420431 FRONT HEADLIGHT LH 12V ASSY. 1420412 FRONT HEADLIGHT RH 24V ASSY.
Storm³ Service Manual 1421762 BOLT M5 X 12 DIN 7500C 1421782-0003 SWIVEL ROD 1421785 RETAINING RING DIN 471 FST 4 1421790 TENSION SPRING 1422890 WASHER 5.3 DIN 125 10.1.1 Replacing bulbs • Unscrew the Phillips screw (1) on the rear of the headlight housing.
Storm³ Service Manual 10.1.3 Replacing headlight • Pull the headlight cable below the seat out of the lighting distributor board. • Unscrew the Phillips screw (1) out of the headlight attachment. • Remove headlight and replace. Reassembly takes place in the reverse order. Check lighting for correct functioning.
Storm³ Service Manual 11.1.2 Replacing the tachometer holder or hand protector • Unscrew cheese head screws (1). • Remove tachometer holder or hand protector and replace. 11.1.3 Replacing remote holder (height-adjustable, hinged) • Loosen wing nut (1) on remote. • Pull the remote out upwards.
Storm³ Service Manual 11.2 Remote holder with many different operation capabilities 11.2.1 Tray can be swivelled for operation Qty. Item No./Pcs. Item Description SP1422952 TRAY SWINGAWAY FOR REM. LH CPL. SP1422953 TRAY SWINGAWAY FOR REM. RH CPL. Z177017 TRAY WITH CUT OUT LH; TRANSPARENT Z177016 TRAY WITH CUT OUT RH;...
Storm³ Service Manual 1.15 F60106 HEXAGON CAP NUT M6 SELF-LOCKING 11.2.2 Replacing the tray • Unscrew the Phillips screw (1) out of the tray attachment. • Remove tray and replace. • After fitting the new tray, remove the protective film. 11.2.3 ACS operation for attendant (switchable) Qty.
Storm³ Service Manual 11.2.4 Replacing the ACS operation box for attendant (switchable) • Remove the BUS connector plug (1) . • Unscrew the hex nuts (2). • Remove operation box and replace. (view from below) 11.2.5 Replacing the ACS joystick (switchable) •...
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Storm³ Service Manual Qty. Item No./Pcs. Item Description SP1422801 ACS CHIN CONTR. LH CPL. SP1422802 ACS CHIN CONTR. RH CPL. Z183242 HOUSING BOTTOM SHELL LH FOR ACS CHIN CONTR. FOLDING Z183241 HOUSING BOTTOM SHELL RH FOR ACS CHIN CONTR. FOLDING F383019 HOUSING TOP SHELL FOR ACS CHIN CONTR.
Storm³ Service Manual 11.2.7 Replacing the ACS chin control (complete) • Pull the BUS cable (2) out of the ACS chin control. • Unscrew the Allen screw (1) out of the clamping plate. • Remove the complete ACS chin control and replace. 11.2.8 Replacing the foam rubber ball over the joystick knob •...
Storm³ Service Manual Red LEDs in battery charger display and status display are blinking, drive mode display shows horizontal bar. Check Possible cause: Immediate measure: Further measure(s): • • • Battery Charge or replace See battery discharged or battery. charger instruction defective.
Storm³ Service Manual discharged. battery dealer. Battery voltage too • • Switch light on if Talk to your 8 x blink high. necessary. dealer. • Incorrect data Talk to your 9 or 10 x blink transmission between dealer. modules. • Motors overloaded.
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Storm³ Service Manual P12191 STRIP FUSE 50A 1415004 LIGHTING PCB (CENTRAL DISTRIBUTOR) P11195 CHANGEOVER RELAY WITH BRACKET 24V/10-20A D08102 HEX BOLT M5 X 16 D60177 COUNTERSUNK SCREW WITH ALLEN KEY HEAD M5 X D08103 HEX BOLT M5 X 20 1418528 EQUIPMENT RACK SP1423191 MOUNTING SET ACS ELECTRONICS HOLDER...
Storm³ Service Manual 11.4.1 Replacing the equipment rack • Raise lifter (see page 39, chapt. 9.2.2). • Remove battery cover (see page 39, chapt. 9.2.1). • Squeeze the connector plugs together and pull out of modules. • Unscrew the plastic adjustment screw (1) from the equipment rack.
Storm³ Service Manual CAUTION: seat adjustments such as seat angle, seat depth, backrest angle and distance between armrests should be individually adjusted to suit the user. These settings should therefore be retained when carrying out service work. 12.1.1 Replacing the seat •...
Storm³ Service Manual Note: " When reassembling the new seat plate, you to use the same holes. Since the seat plate can be moved by ±2 cm, which changes the wheelchair centre of gravity, you should carry out a centre of gravity test on a sloping surface after refitting. 12.2 Split seat plate "...
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Storm³ Service Manual Qty. Item No./Pcs. Item Description 1422064 SEAT SPLIT SB 43 ASSY. 1422065 SEAT SPLIT SB 48 ASSY. 1420458-9005 SEAT PLATE LH ASSY. 1420457-9005 SEAT PLATE RH ASSY. U21087 HOOKED BELT CUT 38 X 400 MM 5816479 DURALOCK SJ 3552 5314532 SEAT PLATE 410 X 520 MM 5314533...
Storm³ Service Manual 12.3.1 Replacing armrest padding / changing its position • Push the height-adjustable / swingaway remote holder back as far as possible. • Unscrew the front screw. • Swivel the holder plate approx. 45° outwards. • Remove the height-adjustable / swingaway remote holder. •...
Storm³ Service Manual 12.3.4 Replacing the side panel mounting • Remove side panel (see page 61, chapt. 12.3.2). • Loosen Allen screw (1). • Withdraw side panel mounting and replace. Reassembly takes place in the reverse order. 13 Backrest adjustment The backrest settings can be matched to the individual user requirements.
Storm³ Service Manual 13.1.2 Replacing the backrest adjustment • Remove backrest tube (see page 63, chapt. 13.1.1). • Unscrew hex nut (1). • Remove the Allen screw from above. • Remove backrest adjustment and replace. Reassembly takes place in the reverse order. 13.2 Contour backrest (manual) Qty.
Storm³ Service Manual • Loosen the clamping lever (6) and remove the backrest tube. • Unscrew the reflector (1). • Unscrew the handwheel (2). • Pull the handwheel shaft or armature shaft out to the side. • Unscrew the seat fittings (3). •...
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Storm³ Service Manual 1420475 GEARED MOTOR GMPG 1420482 REFLECTOR 1419992-9005 BACKREST ATTACHMENT 430 MM 1422112-9005 BACKREST ATTACHMENT 480 MM 1422887 LIMIT SWITCH 1420497-0003 MICROSWITCH PLATE 5729071 FIBREGLASS WASHER CHEESE HEAD SELF-TAPPING SCREW WITH PHILLIPS D36111 HEAD 2.9 X 16 1421696 REFLECTOR PERFORATED;...
Storm³ Service Manual 13.3.1 Replacing the backrest adjustment motor • Unscrew the motor cap, open the tension relief and remove the cable. • Unscrew the hex nuts (1). • Pull both flat plugs (red) out of the motor. • Remove the motor from the fitting attachment. •...
Storm³ Service Manual 13.4 Flex backrest (manual) " Note: Service work is identical that required for the Contour backrest apart from a few components (see page 64, chapt. 13.2). Qty. Item No./Pcs. Item Description BACKREST FLEX SB 39 WITHOUT UPHOLSTERY SP1422126 ASSY.
Storm³ Service Manual • Remove headrest shell (see page 71, chapt. 13.5.1). • Loosen the hand screw (1) on the headrest attachment. • Pull the headrest arm out and replace. 13.5.3 Replacing the headrest attachment • Loosen the hand screw (1). •...
Storm³ Service Manual 14.1 Footrest support Qty. Item No./Pcs. Item Description SP1422825 FOOTREST SUPPORT LH FOR ELECTRICAL LEGRESTS SP1422826 FOOTREST SUPPORT RH FOR ELECTRICAL LEGRESTS SP1417917 FOOTREST SUPPORT LH SP1417918 FOOTREST SUPPORT RH 1422057 BOLT M6 X 40 DIN 933 3908508 COUNTERSUNK SCREW WITH ALLEN KEY HEAD M8*16 10.9...
Storm³ Service Manual 1417920-0303 LEGREST ATTACHMENT LH 1422056-0303 LEGREST ATTACHMENT RH D90188 SELF-TAPPING SCREW WITH CHEESE HEAD 4.2 X 13 14.1.1 Replacing the footrest adapter (electrical / manual) • Remove legrests. • Cut all the cable binders off the footrest adapter cable (only for electrical footrest adapter).
Storm³ Service Manual Z173188 PRESSURE CONE J10096 STRAIGHT PIN RD. 5 X 32; DIN-7 J10097 STRAIGHT PIN RD. 8 X 40; DIN-7 Z173178 TENSION SPRING 14.2.1 Replacing the interlock Always compare the position numbers with the appropriate drawings! • Unscrew cylinder head screw (5), hex nut (2). •...
Storm³ Service Manual • When reassembling, ensure that the clamp blocks (3x 13) and the clamp cone (11) are in the right position. • Only screw the clamping lever (1) in so far that the foot support is securely locked in place when the clamping lever is activated, and so that it can be set at an angle when the clamping lever is opened.
Storm³ Service Manual SP1422568 FOOTREST HANGER LH 80° MANUAL HEIGHT- ADJUSTABLE ASSY. F20111 HEXAGON NUT M5 SELF-LOCKING F00002 HEXAGON NUT M8 SELF-LOCKING D50050 MACHINE SCREW WITH ALLEN KEY HEAD M5 X 25 D50047 MACHINE SCREW WITH ALLEN KEY HEAD M6 X 12 D50051 MACHINE SCREW WITH ALLEN KEY HEAD M6 X 16 D50052...
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Storm³ Service Manual Always compare the position numbers with the appropriate drawings! • Unscrew cylinder head screw (6). • Unscrew cylinder-head screw (6) and hex nut (2). • Unscrew cylinder-head screw (3) and hex nut (2). • Remove hanger shell (11). •...
Storm³ Service Manual Z173189.99 NUT M6 SP-14 SP1423201 MOUNTING SET RELEASE LEVER FOR BST ELECTRICAL HV Z174113.99 LOCKING ROD Z174137.99 PINTLES Z174112 RELEASE LEVER (AD) Z173177 CLASP LEVER Z174134 SLIDING CYLINDER J10094 STRAIGHT PIN RD. 8 X 36. DIN-7 Z173178 TENSION SPRING N12196 PRESSURE SPRING...
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Storm³ Service Manual • Unscrew cylinder head screws (6. 7) and hex bolt (8). • Cut off cable binders. • Pull nut (10) out of the tube profile. • Pull protector (15. 16) out of the tube profile. • Lift motor (1) can be replaced. •...
Storm³ Service Manual 14.6 Replacing the calf support " Note: Information about calf support replacement applies to all footrest variations. • Unscrew the Phillips screws (4). • Remove the calf support (9) and replace. Reassembly takes place in the reverse order.
Storm³ Service Manual 15.1.1 Replacing the footplate • Unscrew the Allen screw (1). • Remove the footplate and heel strap if necessary and replace. Reassembly takes place in the reverse order. 15.1.2 Angle and depth-adjustable footplate Qty. Item No./Pcs. Item Description SP1419344 FOOTPLATE LH ANGLE AND DEPTH-ADJUSTABLE ASSY.
Storm³ Service Manual • Unscrew the Allen screw (1). • Replace footplate. Reassembly takes place in the reverse order. 15.1.4 Fixed footplate Qty. Item No./Pcs. Item Description SP1421662 FOOTREST LOWER PART RH ASSY. SP1421663 FOOTREST LOWER PART LH ASSY. F20109 HEXAGON NUT M6 SELF-LOCKING D50114 MACHINE SCREW WITH ALLEN KEY HEAD M6 X 50...
Storm³ Service Manual 15.1.5 Replacing the footplate • Unscrew the Allen screw (1). • Remove the footplate and circular washers (2). • Replace footplate. • When reassembling the footplate, ensure that the circular washer is in the right position (2) (radius towards inside). Reassembly takes place in the reverse order.
Storm³ Service Manual B11037B CONTACT SHOE L01039 CAP COVER F 38 X 20 G00104 WASHER 13 X 24 X 2.5 G00115 WASHER 6.4 X 12.5 X 1.6 G00110 WASHER 6.4 X 12.5 X 1.6 G00107 WASHER 8.4 X 17 X 1.6 F310060 SPACER LINING F310062.P28 KERB CLIMBER;...
Storm³ Service Manual 1422941-0003 LINING 1422935-9005 CANE HOLDER PLATE 16.2.1 Replacing the cane holder • Unscrew the Phillips screw (1). • Remove the Velcro band and replace. • Unscrew Allen screws (2). • Remove the cane holder or cane holder shell and replace. Reassembly takes place in the reverse order.
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