Stealth Products Invacare Power Interface Owner’s Manual
- June 3, 2024
- Stealth Products
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Stealth Products Invacare Power Interface Owner’s Manual
Important Information
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General
Read and understand all instructions prior to the use of the product. Failure to adhere to instructions and warnings in this document may result in property damage, injury, or death. Product misuse or failure to follow instructions will void the warranty.
Immediately discontinue use if any function is compromised, if parts are missing or loose, or if any component shows signs of excessive wear. Consult with your supplier for repair, adjustment, or replacement.
All persons responsible for fitting, adjustment, and daily use of the devices discussed in the these instructions must be familiar with and understand all safety aspects of the devices mentioned. In order for our products to be used successfully, you must read and understand all instructions and warnings, and maintain our products according to our instructions on care and maintenance.
The installation instructions will guide you through this product’s options and possibilities.
Instructions are written with the expressed intent of use with standard configurations. They also contain important safety and maintenance information, as well as describe possible problems that can arise during use. For further assistance, or more advanced applications, please contact your supplier or Stealth Products at 512-715-9995 or toll free at 800-965-9229.
Always keep the operating instructions in a safe place so they may be
referenced as necessary.
All information, pictures, illustrations, and specifications are based on the
product information that was available at the time of printing. Pictures and
illustrations shown in these instructions are representative examples and are
not intended to be exact depictions of the various parts of the product.
These products are designed to be fitted, applied, and installed exclusively by a healthcare professional trained for these purposes. The fitting, application, and installation by a non-qualified individual could result in serious injury.
Warranty
Ourproductsaredesigned,manufactured,andproducedtothehighestofstandards. If any
defect in material or workmanship is found, Stealth Products will repair or
replace the product at our discretion. Any implied warranty, including the
implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose,
shall not extend beyond the duration of this warranty. Stealth Products does
not warrant damage due to, but not limited to: misuse, abuse, or
misapplication of product, and/or modification of product without written
approval from Stealth Products, LLC. Any alteration or lack of serial number,
where applicable, will automatically void all warranty.
Stealth Products, LLC Is liable for replacement parts only. Stealth Products, LLC is not liable for any incurred labor costs.
Stealth Products warrants against failure due to defective materials or workmanship:
Covers: 2 years
Hardware: 5 years
Electronics: 3 years
In the event of a product failure covered by our warranty, please follow the procedures outlined below:
Call Stealth Products at 512-715-9995 or toll free at 800-965-9229.
Request a Return Authorization (RA) form from the Returns Department and follow the documentation instructions. Additional warranty information may be found by visiting the website at https://stlpro.site/returns-n-warranty, or by scanning the Warranty Information QR code on the back of this manual.
Copies of this manual may be downloaded by accessing the Stealth website (https:/ /stlpro.site/stealth-docs) and searching “P91D11” in the search bar, or by scanning the Online User Manual QR code on the back of this manual.
Supplier Reference
Warning Labels
Warnings are included for the safety of the user, client, operator, and
property. Please read and understand what the signal words DANGER, WARNING,
CAUTION, NOTICE, and SAFETY mean, and how they could affect the user, those
around the user, and property.
Limited Liability
Stealth Products, LLC accepts no liability for personal injury or damage to
property that may arise from the failure of the user or other persons to
follow the recommendations, warnings, and instructions in this manual.
Stealth Products does not hold responsibility for final integration of final assembly of product to end user. Stealth Products is not liable for user death or injury.
Design and Function
Invacare Power Interface
The digital input on Invacare’s Sip N’ Puff with Digital Interface (seen
below), is unpowered. To provide the i-Drive with the required 12 volts,
Stealth Products’ Invacare Power Interface is used to convert 24 volts from
Invacare’s Universal Connectors to 12 volts for Stealth Products i-Drive
Alternative Control.
Installation
To install the Invacare Power Interface, the male 9-pin plug (B) connects to
the i-Drive Head Array. The female 9-pin plug (C) connects to the Digital
Input on Invacare’s Sip ‘N Puff with Digital Interface (F). Invacare’s
Universal Connector (D) connects to the Invacare electronics.
Invacare Universal Connector
Please follow all safety procedures and instructions from the manufacturer
when connecting Invacare’s Universal Connector and Locking Securement Tab.
Installation Instructions
Operation
After installation, the i-Drive Head Array will be ready for normal operation.
Please refer to the i-Drive User Manual for information on i-Drive operations
and setup. The Invacare Power Interface comes with a Power button to toggle
power to the Head Array and a signal light that displays when the power is
turned on.
Invacare MK6i Electronics
After having your i-Drive and Invacare Power Interface connected to the
seating system, programming the MK6i Electronics is required. Install and set
up with the following instructions:
Menu Navigation
Installation
Powered Seating Control
Testing
Testing
After installation of the Invacare Power Interface, execute the following
tests before the wheelchair is delivered or put into service.
- Check the interface for intactness
- Operational Test
- Test Drive
- Stop Test
Prior to Operation
Ensure that the housing, cabling, and all connectors are intact and undamaged.
Test Drive
- Perform a test drive with the wheelchair
- Check whether the wheelchair and all of its operations are fully functioning.
- Check that no cabling or parts may become damaged or hindered in any position of
the chair.
Stop Test
Drive full speed and shut down the wheelchair with your drive control.
The wheelchair must not stop suddenly. Instead, it should slow to a gradual
stop.
First Time Use
Dealer Assistance
During first time use by the client, it is advised that the dealer or service
technician assists and explains the product to the customer (the user and/or
attendant). If needed, the dealer can make final adjustments.
User Testing
It is important that the customer is fully aware of the installation, how to
use it, and what can be adjusted in order to gain as much mobility as
possible. As a dealer, proceed as follows:
- Explain and show the customer how you have executed the installation, and explain every function.
- Can the user safely operate the wheelchair with minimal effort.
- Is the placement of the interface in an optimal position on the chair.
Conditions of Use
The interface is intended for use as installed by the dealer, in accordance to
the installation instructions in this manual.
- The foreseen conditions of use are communicated by the dealer or service technician to the user and/or attendant during the first time use.
- If the conditions of use change significantly, please contact your dealer or a qualified service technician to avoid excessive wear and tear or unintended damage.
Cleaning
Ensure the hardware you are using stays in working order by keeping it cared
for and maintained.
- Keep electronics dry and out of the water.
- Periodically check the hardware for loose screws or worn parts. Replace or repair the parts as needed.
- To clean, use a mild, non-abrasive household cleaner
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