INVACARE TDX SP2 Ultra Low Max Prescription Powerchair User Manual

Invacare® TDX® SP2 Series
Power Wheelchair
User Manual

This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
BEFORE using this product, this manual MUST be read and saved for future reference.

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General

1.1 Introduction
This user manual contains important information about the handling of the product. To ensure safety when using the product, read the user manual carefully and follow the safety instructions.
Only use this product if you have read and understood this manual. Seek additional advice from a healthcare professional who is familiar with your medical condition and clarify any questions regarding the correct use and necessary adjustment with the healthcare professional.
Note that there may be sections in this document, which are not relevant to your product, since this document applies to all available models (on the date of printing). If not otherwise stated, each section in this document refers to all models of the product.
The models and configurations available in your country can be found in the country-specific sales documents. Invacare reserves the right to alter product specifications without further notice.
Before reading this document, make sure you have the latest version. You find the latest version as a PDF on the Invacare website.
If you find that the font size in the printed document is difficult to read, you can download the PDF version from the website. The PDF can then be scaled on screen to a font size that is more comfortable for you.

For more information about the product, for example product safety notices and product recalls, contact your Invacare distributor. See addresses at the end of this document.
In case of a serious incident with the product, you should inform the manufacturer and the competent authority in your country.
1.2 Symbols in This Manual
Symbols and signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. See the information below for definitions of the signal words.

WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death if it is not avoided.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or slight injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided.
Tips
Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, trouble-free use.
Tools
Identifies required tools, components and items which are needed to carry out certain work.

Other Symbols
(Not applicable for all manuals)
UK Responsible Person
Indicates if a product is not manufactured in the UK.
Triman
Indicates recycling and sorting rules (only relevant for France).
1.3 Compliance
Quality is fundamental to the company’s operation, working within the disciplines of ISO 13485.
This product features the CE mark, in compliance with the Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 Class I.
This product features the UKCA mark, in compliance with Part II UK MDR 2002 (as amended) Class I.
We are continuously working towards ensuring that the company’s impact on the environment, locally and globally is reduced to a minimum.
We only use REACH compliant materials and components.
We comply with the current environmental legislations
WEEE and RoHS.

1.3.1 Product-Specific Standards
The product has been tested and conforms to EN 12184 (Electrically powered wheelchairs, scooters and their chargers) and all related standards.
1578997-N
When equipped with an appropriate lighting system, the product is suitable for use on public roads.
For further information about local standards and regulations, contact your local Invacare distributor. See addresses at the end of this document.

1.4 Usability
Only use a mobility device when it is in perfect working order. Otherwise, you might put yourself and others at risk.
The following list does not claim to be exhaustive. It is only intended to show some of the situations that could affect the usability of your mobility device.
In certain situations, you should immediately stop using your mobility device. Other situations allow you to use the mobility device to get to your provider.
You should immediately stop using your mobility device if its usability is restricted due to:

• Unexpected driving behaviour

• brake failure
  You should immediately contact an authorised Invacare provider if the usability of your mobility device is restricted due to:

• the lighting system (if fitted) failing or being defective

• reflectors falling off

• worn thread or insufficient tire pressure

• damage to the armrests (e.g. torn armrest padding)

• damage to the legrest hangers (e.g. missing or torn heel straps)

• damage to the postural belt

• damage to the joystick (joystick cannot be moved into the neutral position)

• cables that are damaged, kinked, pinched or have come loose from the fixation

• the mobility device drifting when braking

• the mobility device pulling to one side when moving

• unusual sounds developing or occurring
  Or if you have the feeling that something is wrong with your mobility device.

1.5 Warranty Information
We provide a manufacturer’s warranty for the product in accordance with our General Terms and Conditions of
Business in the respective countries.
Warranty claims can only be made through the provider from whom the product was obtained.
1.6 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 document and all maintenance and service requirements are met. The estimated service life can be  exceeded if the product is carefully used and properly maintained, and provided technical and scientific advances do not result in technical limitations. The service life can also be considerably reduced by extreme or incorrect usage.
The fact that we estimate a service life for this product does not constitute an additional warranty.

1.7 Limitation of Liability
Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from:

• Non-compliance with the user manual
• Incorrect use
• Natural wear and tear
• Incorrect assembly or set-up by the purchaser or a third party
• Technical modifications
• Unauthorised modifications and/or use of unsuitable spare parts

Safety

2.1 General Safety Notes
WARNING!
Risk of Serious Injury or Damage
Improper use of this product may cause injury or damage.
– If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a health care professional or provider before attempting to use this equipment.
– Do not use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as user manual, service manual or instruction sheet  supplied with this product or optional equipment.
DANGER!
Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage Lighted cigarettes dropped onto an upholstered seating system can cause a fire resulting in death, serious injury, or damage. Mobility device occupants are at particular risk of death or serious  injury from these fires and resulting fumes because they may not have the ability to move away from the mobility device.
– DO NOT smoke while using this mobility device.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Improper monitoring or maintenance may cause injury, damage or death due to ingestion or choking on parts or materials.
– Closely supervise children, pets, or people with physical/mental disabilities.
WARNING!
Risk of Death, Serious Injury or Damage
Improper routing of cables may cause a tripping entanglement or strangulation hazard that may result in death, serious injury or damage.
– Ensure all cables are routed and secured properly.
– Ensure there are no loops of excess cable extending away from the wheelchair.
WARNING!
Risk of damage or injury if mobility device is accidentally set into motion
– Switch the mobility device off before you get in, get out or handle unwieldy objects.
– When the drive is disengaged, the brake inside the drive is deactivated. For this reason, pushing the mobility device by an attendant is only recommended on flat surfaces, never on gradients. Never leave your mobility device on a gradient with its motors disengaged.
Always re-engage the motors immediately after pushing the mobility device (refer to Pushing the mobility device in freewheel mode).

Product Overview

3.1 Intended Use
3.1.1 Intended User
This mobility device was designed for adults and adolescents whose ability to walk is impaired, but who are still in terms of their eyesight and physically and mentally able to operate an electric mobility device.
3.1.2 Indications
The use of this power wheelchair is recommended for the following indications:

• The inability or a greatly restricted ability to walk within the scope of the basic requirement to be able to move within one’s own four walls.
• The need to leave the dwelling place in order to get some fresh air during a short walk or to reach those places generally to be found at close distance to the dwelling and where everyday business is carried out.
  Provision of power wheelchairs for interior and exterior areas is advisable if the use of hand-operated wheelchairs is no longer possible on account of the disability, yet proper operation of an electromotive drive unit is still practicable.

Contraindications
There are no contraindications known.
3.2 Type Classification
This vehicle has been classified according to EN 12184 as a class B mobility product (for indoor and outdoor areas). It 1578997-N is therefore compact and agile enough for indoor areas, but also able to overcome many obstacles in outdoor areas.

3.3 Labels on Product

If the mobility device is fitted with a tray, it is imperative that it is removed and safely stowed when transporting the mobility device in a vehicle.
The color of the left and middle rectangles and cross bar is red.The color of the right rectangle is green.

Maximum speed label on the remote.
The maximum speed is reduced to 3 km/h.
The color of the symbol background is red on product labels.

**3km/h.**

Explanation of Symbols on Labels

3.4 Main Parts of Wheelchair

A Push handle
B Headrest (optional)
C Armrest
D Remote
E Legrest
F Castor wheels
G Drive wheel
H Engaging lever

3.5 User Inputs
Your mobility device may be fitted with one of several different user inputs. For information on the different functions and how to operate a particular user input, refer to its corresponding user manual (enclosed).
3.6 The Lifter
The electric lifter is operated from the remote. Refer to the remote manual for more information.
Information regarding operation of the lifter at temperatures of less than 0 °C

• Invacare mobility devices are fitted with safety mechanisms that prevent capacity overload of the electronic components. At operating temperatures below freezing point this can, in particular, lead to the lifter actuator being shut down after approx. 1 second operating time.
• The lifter can be raised or lowered gradually by repeatedly operating the joystick. In many cases this generates sufficient heat for the actuator to operate as normal.

Speed limiter
The speed limit reacts in different ways, depending on the mobility device’s configuration.

• Either the lifter is fitted with sensors which reduce the mobility device’s speed as soon as the lifter is raised above a certain point.
• Or if the speed limit is activated, a reduced drive level (forced profile) is set automatically. Refer to the remote manual for more information.
• The speed reduction takes place to guarantee the tipping stability of the mobility device and to avoid personal risk and damage to the mobility device.
• To reapply normal speed, lower the lifter down until the forced profile or the speed reduction switches off.
• If the mobility device is fitted with a chin control, it reacts different to forced profile. Refer to the manual of the chin control for more information.

CAUTION!
Risk of tipping, if the speed limiter sensors fail when the lifter is raised
– If you find that the speed reduction function is not working when the lifter is raised, do not drive with the lifter raised and immediately contact an authorized Invacare provider.

Accessories/Options

4.1 Posture Belts
A posture belt is an option which can either be fixed to the mobility device ex-works or can be retrofitted by your specialist provider. If your mobility device is fitted with a posture belt, your specialist provider will have informed you about  fitting and usage.
The posture belt is used to help the mobility device user keep an optimum seating position. Correct use of the belt assists the user in sitting securely, comfortably and well-positioned in the mobility device, especially for such users who do  not have such a good sense of balance while sitting.
We recommend using the posture belt whenever the mobility device is used.
4.1.1 Types of posture belts
Your mobility device can be fitted with the following posture belt types ex- works. If your mobility device has been fitted with a different belt to those listed below, please ensure that you have received the manufacturer’s documentation with regard to correct fitting and use.
Belt with metal buckle, adjustable both sides

Belt can be adjusted on both sides. This means that the buckle can be centrally positioned.
Belt with plastic buckle, adjustable both sides

Belt can be adjusted on both sides. This means that the buckle can be centrally positioned.
Harness with metal buckle, adjustable on both sides

Harness can be adjusted on both sides. This ensures that the buckle is always centrally positioned.
4.1.2 Adjusting Posture Belt Correctly
The belt should be tight enough to ensure that you are sitting comfortably and that your body is in the correct sitting position.

1. Ensure that you are sitting correctly, which means that you are sitting right at back of seat, your pelvis is positioned erect and as symmetrically as possible, not to front, to side or at one edge of seat.
2. Position posture belt so that your hipbones can be easily felt above belt.
3. Adjust belt length using one of adjustment aids described above. The belt should be adjusted so that you can fit a flat hand between belt and your body.
4. Buckle should be positioned as centrally as possible. In doing so, carry out adjustments on both sides as much as possible.
5. Check your belt every week to ensure that it is still in good working condition, to ensure it has no damage or wear, and that it is fixed properly to mobility device. If belt is only fastened with a bolted connection, ensure that  connection has not loosened or come undone. You can find more information about maintenance work on belts in the service manual, which is available from Invacare.

4.2 Using Cane Holder
If your mobility device is fitted with a cane holder, it can be used for the safe transport of a walking cane, underarm or forearm crutches. The cane holder consists of a plastic container (bottom) and a hook-and-loop fastener (top).
CAUTION!
Risk of Injury
A walking cane or crutches that are not secured during transport (on the user’s lap, for example) can cause injury to the user or other persons.
– During transport, walking canes or crutches should always be secured using a cane holder.

1. Open upper hook-and-loop fastener.
2. Place lower end of the walking cane or crutches in container at bottom.
3. Walking cane or crutches can be secured at upper end using hook-and-loop fastener.

Setup

5.1 General Setup Information
WARNING!
Risk of Death, Serious Injury or Damage
Continued use of the mobility device that is not set to the correct specifications may cause erratic behaviour of the mobility device resulting in death, serious injury, or damage.
– Performance adjustments should only be made by professionals of the healthcare field or persons fully conversant with this process and the driver’s capabilities.
– After the mobility device has been set-up/adjusted, check to make sure that the mobility device performs to the specifications entered during the set-up procedure. If the mobility device does not perform to specifications, IMMEDIATELY turn the mobility device Off and re-enter set-up specifications.
Contact Invacare, if mobility device still does  not perform to correct specifications.

WARNING!
Risk of Death, Serious Injury or Damage
Attaching hardware that is loosely secured or missing could cause instability resulting in death, serious personal injury, or property damage.
– After ANY adjustments, repair or service  and before use, make sure that all attachinghardware is present and tightened securely.

WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Incorrect set up of this mobility device performed by users/caregivers or unqualified technicians can result in injury or damage.
– DO NOT attempt to set up this mobility device.
Initial set up of this mobility device MUST be performed by a qualified technician.
– Adjustment by the user is only recommended after they have been given appropriate guidance by the healthcare professional.
– DO NOT attempt to carry out the work if you do not have the listed tools available.
CAUTION!
Risk of Injury or Damage
The mobility device is fitted with an individual, multiply adjustable seating system including adjustable legrests, armrests, a headrest or other options which are used to adapt the seat to the physical requirements and the condition of the user. It is possible that collisions or pinch points can occur between mobility device components due to various combinations of adjustment options and their individual settings.
When adapting the seating system and the seat functions to the user:
– Beware of pinch points when adjusting the mobility device components and
– ensure that no mobility device components collide.

IMPORTANT!
The mobility device is manufactured and configured individually to the specifications of the order. The assessment must be performed by a healthcare professional according to the user´s requirements and health conditions.
– Consult a healthcare professional if you intend to adapt the mobility device configuration.
– Any adaption should be performed by a qualified technican.
Initial setup should always be done by a healthcare professional. Adjustment by the user is only recommended after they have been given appropriate guidance by the healthcare professional.
Electrical Adjustment Options
Refer to the user manual for your remote for more information on operating electrical adjustment options.
Footplates
All footplates offered by Invacare can be folded upwards.
5.2 Imperial to metric conversion chart
You can use this chart as an orientation to find the right tool size.

5.3 Seating Systems (Modulite/Ultra Low Maxx)
5.3.1 General Setup Information
For more information about setup, see the user manual of the seating system.
The seat angle is adjusted using two perforated plates which are located right and left under the seat frames.

• 1/2 inch wrench

The picture shows the position of the screws A for manual seat angle adjustment.

1. Loosen all screws on both sides.
2. Set the required angle.
3. Retighten the screws.

5.4 Armrests
5.4.1 Changing the armrest position
Tools:

• 6 mm Allen key

1. Loosen the screws (1) and remove them.

2. Position the armrest as desired.
   If you cannot move the armrest, hit the clamping jaw slightly to loosen it.

3. Reposition the screws and tighten.

5.4.2 Setting height of armrests

• 3 mm Allen key

1. Loosen screw A.
2. Adjust armrest to desired height.
3. Re-tighten screw.

5.4.3 Adjusting the width of the armrests

Tools:

• 8 mm Allen key

1. Loosen the screws (1).
2. Adjust the armrest to the desired width.
3. Retighten the screw.
4. Repeat this procedure for the second armrest.

5.5 Adjusting the seat depth
CAUTION!
Risk of damage to the power wheelchair if the sideways and central seat depth adjustment is not set identically
– When adjusting the seat depth, make sure to set identical values sideways and at the spindle or actuator for the backrest adjustment.
If necessary, you may shorten the seat depth by 130 mm using a seat depth adapter.

Tools:
• Crosstip screwdriver
• 6 mm Allen key

1. Remove the seat cushion.

2. Loosen the screws A and remove the seat plate.

3. On both sides, remove the screws, washers, and cover plates (1).

4. Remove the screw (2).

5. Adjust the spindle or actuator for the backrest adjustment to the desired depth. In doing so, use the labelling on the spindle or actuator as guidance.

6. Retighten the screw (2).

7. Adjust the bearing sheets (1) to the desired depth. In doing so, use the labelling on the seat as guidance (2).

8. Mount the cover plates and retighten the screws.

9. Mount the seat plate and replace the seat cushion.

5.6 Adjusting Backrest
CAUTION!
Adjusting the seat tilt or the backrest angle changes the geometry of the mobility device and directly influences its dynamic stability!
– For details regarding dynamic stability, negotiating gradients and obstacles and the correct adjustment of seat tilt or backrest angle, refer to 6.5 Taking Obstacles, page 74 and 6.6 Driving up and down Gradients, page 76.

5.6.1 Adjusting the backrest angle (Max seat)
Tools:
• Crosstip screwdriver

1. Remove the backrest cushion and the seat cushion.

2. Loosen the screws (1) and remove the seat plate.

3. Remove the saving and the bolt (1).

4. Flip the backrest forward.

5. Loosen the knurled nut (2).

6. With the spindle, adjust the desired angle of the backrest.
   Turning the spindle clockwise and inwards inclines the backrest backwards. Turning the spindle anti-clockwise and outwards inclines the backrest forwards.

7. With the bolt, reattach the spindle to the backrest tube and secure the bolt.

8. Mount the seat plate and replace the seat cushion.

5.6.2 Adjusting Tension Adjustable Backrest Upholstery

1. Remove backrest cushion (attached with hook–and–loop straps) by pulling it up and off to access adjustment straps.

2. Adjust tension of individual straps as desired.

3.  Replace backrest cushion.

5.6.3 Adjusting the backrest bend

The backrest is designed with different angles as shown in figure 1. This allows for different adjustments according to how the backrest is mounted. Position A (the part of the backrest with the longer angle turned upwards) gives the user  more room for the shoulder area while position B gives more room for the bottom.

1. Loosen the handwheels A and raise the push handles as far as possible.

2. Remove the cushion.

3. Loosen the screws B and remove the backrest by lifting upwards.

4. Turn the backrest 180°.

5. Put the backrest back by fitting it to the receivers on the tubes. Tighten the screws.

6. Put the cushion and cover back.

7. Lower the push handles and tighten the hand wheels.

5.7 Adjustment Possibility for Remote
The following information is valid for all seating systems.

CAUTION!
Risk of the remote being pushed backwards during an accidental collision with an obstacle, such as a doorframe or table, and the joystick being jammed against the armpad if the position of the remote is adjusted and all screws are not completely tightened
This will cause the mobility device to drive forward uncontrollably and potentially injure the mobility device user and any person standing in the way.
– When adjusting the position of the remote, always make sure to tighten all screws securely.
– If this should accidentally happen, immediately switch the mobility device electronics OFF at the remote.
CAUTION!
Risk of Injury
When leaning on the remote, for example, when transferring into or out of the wheelchair, the remote holder may break and the user may fall out of the chair.
– Never lean on the remote as a support for, for example, transfer.

Technical Data

11.1 Technical Specifications
The technical information provided hereafter applies to a standard configuration or represents maximum achievable values.
These can change if accessories are added. The precise changes to these values are detailed in the sections for the respective accessories.
Note that in some cases the measured values may vary up to ± 10 mm.
For more technical data of the seating system (Modulite, Ultra Low Maxx) see the user manual of your seating system.

Permissible Operating and Storage Conditions

Temperature Range for Operation
According to ISO 7176-9| • -25 °C … +50 °C
Recommended Storage Temperature| • 15 °C
Temperature Range for Storage
According to ISO 7176-9| • -25 °C … +65 °C with batteries
• -40 °C … +65 °C without batteries
Electrical System
Batteries| • 2 x 12 V/73.5 Ah (C20) / 63 Ah (C5) sealed VRLA gel (TDX SP2)
• 2 x 12 V/60 Ah (C20) / 47.4 Ah (C5) sealed VRLA gel (TDX SP2)
• 2 x 12 V/50 Ah (C20) / 43.2 Ah (C5) sealed VRLA gel (TDX SP2 NB)
Main Fuse| • 80 A (TDX SP2)
• 125 A (TDX SP2 NB)
Degree of Protection| IPX4

1. IPX4 classification means that the electrical system is protected against spray water.

2. Static stability downhill, uphill, and sideways according to ISO 7176-1 = 9° (15.8 %)

3. Dynamic stability uphill according to ISO 7176-2 = 6° (10.5 %)
   Note: The drive range of a mobility device is strongly influenced by external factors, such as the speed setting of the wheelchair, the charging state of the batteries, surrounding temperature, local topography, road surface  characteristics, tyre pressure, weight of user, drive style and use of batteries for lighting, servos etc.

4. The specified values are theoretical maximum achievable values measured according to ISO 7176-4.
   Measured with solid tyres. Pneumatic tyres can increase the max. total width.

5. Measured without seat cushion

6. Distance between backrest reference plane and most forward part of armrest assembly

7. Horizontal distance of wheel axle from intersection of loaded seat and backrest reference planes

8. The actual kerb 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 kerb weight (including batteries) measured.

9. If two values are possible the lowest always applies.

Service

12.1 Inspections Performed
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.

/ Date / Signature
2nd Annual Inspection| 3rd Annual Inspection
Stamp of authorised provider / Date / Signature| Stamp of authorised provider / Date / Signature
4th Annual Inspection| 5th Annual Inspection
Stamp of authorised provider / Date / Signature| Stamp of authorised provider / Date / Signature

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Phone: (905) 890 8300
Toll Free: 800.668.5324
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4 Westfield Place, Mt Wellington 1060
New Zealand
Phone: 0800 468 222
Fax: 0800 807 788
[email protected]
www.invacare.co.nz
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Invacare Limited
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Tel: (44) (0) 1656 776 200
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F-37230 Fondettes
Tel: (33) (0)2 47 62 69 80
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Invacare GmbH
Am Achener Hof 8
D-88316 Isny
Germany
Invacare UK Operations Limited
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Pencoed
Bridgend CF35 5AQ
UK

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