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A Note to Wheelchair Attendants, Damaged parts due to collision or impact may result

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Invacare® AVIVA™ FX WARNING! Risk of Injury or Damage Improper operation may change the normal balance, center of gravity or weight distribution of the wheelchair causing injury or damage. -Determine and establish your particular safety limits. Practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use of the wheelchair. -ALWAYS shift your weight in the direction you are turning. Shifting your weight in the opposite direction of the turn may cause the inside drive wheel to lose traction. WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury Impacting objects in the surrounding environment can cause serious injury. -When maneuvering the wheelchair around, ALWAYS have assured cleared distance with all objects in environment. WARNING! -Always check grips for looseness before using the wheelchair. If loose, contact a qualified technician for instructions. WARNING! Risk of Injury or Damage Unintended movement or operation of wheelchair may cause injury or damage. -Turn power OFF BEFORE entering or exiting the wheelchair. -Close supervision and attention is needed when operating the wheelchair near children pets or people with physical/mental disabilities. Turn power off. WARNING! Risk of Injury, Damage or Death Damaged parts due to collision or impact may result in injury, damage or death. -Seek immediate attention and service if wheelchair is involved in a collision or impact event. This includes, but is not limited to, vehicle accidents, mishandling and impact events where the wheelchair strikes something or is struck by something that may cause damage. -Ensure your wheelchair is working properly and is inspected by a qualified Invacare technician if the wheelchair is involved in a collision or impact event. 6.1.1 A Note to Wheelchair Attendants When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to use good body mechanics. Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenever tilting wheelchair or traversing curbs or other impediments. 36 60101916-A

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1 General	5
1.1 Introduction	5
1.2 Symbols in This Manual	5
1.3 Type of Use	6
1.3.1 Prescription Statement	6
1.4 Intended Use	6
1.5 Indication for Use	6
1.6 Service Life	6
2 Safety	7
2.1 General Guidelines	7
2.1.1 USB Charger	10
2.2 Pinch Points	11
2.3 Footplates and Front Rigging	11
2.4 Storage	12
2.5 Travel Information	12
3 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Information	15
3.1 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Frequency Sources	15
3.2 Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)	16
3.3 Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Emissions	17
3.4 EMI Tables	18
4 Components	22
4.1 Component Overview	22
4.2 Remotes	23
4.3 The Powered Seating System	23
4.4 Labels on the Product	24
4.4.1 Symbols on the Labels	31
5 Setup	33
5.1 Setup/Delivery Inspection Information	33
6 Usage	34
6.1 Safety and Handling	34
6.1.1 A Note to Wheelchair Attendants	36
6.1.2 Stairways and Escalators	37
6.2 Stability and Balance	38
6.2.1 Driving Surfaces	39
6.2.2 Safety Information When Approaching Obstacles	39
6.2.3 The Correct Way to Approach Obstacles	40
6.2.4 Negotiating Inclines	41
6.2.5 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward	42
6.2.6 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Backward	43
6.2.7 Transferring To and From Other Seats	43
6.3 Weight Training and Other Activities	44
6.4 Pushing the Mobility Device in Freewheel Mode	45
6.4.1 Disengaging/Engaging the Motor Locks	45
7 Controls System	47
7.1 Electrical	47
7.2 Controls Protection System	47
7.3 Using the Battery Isolation Switch	48
7.4 Batteries	49
7.4.1 General Information on Charging	49
7.4.2 General Instructions on Charging	49
7.4.3 How to Charge the Batteries	50
7.4.4 How to Disconnect the Mobility Device After Charging	52
7.4.5 Storage and Maintenance	52
7.4.6 Using the Proper Batteries	52
7.4.7 Instructions on Using the Batteries	53
7.4.8 Transporting Batteries	55
7.4.9 General Instructions on Handling the Batteries	55
8 Transport - ISO 7176-19	56
8.1 Wheelchair Transport Brackets (TRBKTS)	56
8.2 Transport Ready Option (TRRO)	56
8.3 Transport—General information	57
8.4 Transferring Mobility Device to Vehicle	58
8.5 Use of the Mobility Device as a Seat in a Vehicle	59
8.5.1 How the Mobility Device is Anchored in a Vehicle	60
8.5.2 How The User is Secured Within the Mobility Device	61
8.6 Transporting the Mobility Device Without Occupant	63
9 Maintenance	64
9.1 Wear and Tear Information	64
9.2 User/Attendant Inspection Checklists	64
9.2.1 Inspect/Adjust Weekly	65
9.2.2 Inspect/Adjust Monthly	65
9.2.3 Inspect/Adjust Periodically	65
9.3 Service Inspection Information	66
9.4 Cleaning	66
9.5 Wheels and Tires	67
9.5.1 Damaged Wheels	67
9.5.2 Pneumatic Tires	67
10 Service	69
10.1 Safety Information	69
10.1.1 Set Up	69
10.1.2 Repair and Service Information — Providers and/or Qualified Technicians	71
10.2 Setup/Delivery Inspection	72
10.3 Service Inspection	73
10.3.1 Six Month Inspection	73
10.3.2 Replace Every 18 Months	75
10.4 Removing/Installing the Shrouds	75
10.4.1 Removing/Installing the Rear Shroud Assembly	75
Removing the Rear Shroud Assembly	75
Installing the Rear Shroud Assembly	76
10.4.2 Removing/Installing the Front Shroud Assembly	77
10.5 Battery Service	78
10.5.1 General Instructions on Handling the Batteries	78
10.5.2 How to Handle Damaged Batteries Correctly	78
10.5.3 General Information on Battery Installation	79
10.5.4 Removing the Batteries from the Wheelchair	80
10.5.5 Installing Batteries into the Wheelchair	82
10.5.6 Replacing Battery Cables	84
10.5.7 Cleaning Battery Terminals	86
10.5.8 Recycling Batteries	87
11 After Use	88
11.1 Reuse	88
11.2 Disposal	88
12 Troubleshooting	89
12.1 Driving Performance	89
12.2 Control System	89
12.2.1 Battery and Charger Tips	91
13 Technical Data	92
13.1 Technical Specifications	92
13.2 ISO 7176-15 Annex A	97
13.2.1 AVIVA FX with LiNX and Captain's Seat	97
13.2.2 AVIVA FX with LiNX and Ultra Low Maxx Seat	100
14 Warranty	103
14.1 Limited Warranty—US	103
14.2 Limited Warranty—Canada	103
14.3 Repair or Replacement	103
14.4 Limitations and Exclusions	104
14.5 Disclaimers	104

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WARNING!

Risk of Injury or Damage

Improper operation may change the normal balance,

center of gravity or weight distribution of the

wheelchair causing injury or damage.

-Determine and establish your particular safety limits.

Practice bending, reaching and transferring activities

in several combinations in the presence of a qualified

healthcare professional before attempting active use

of the wheelchair.

-ALWAYS shift your weight in the direction you

are turning. Shifting your weight in the

opposite direction of the turn may cause the

inside drive wheel to lose traction.

WARNING!

Risk of Serious Injury

Impacting objects in the surrounding environment can

cause serious injury.

-When maneuvering the wheelchair around, ALWAYS

have assured

cleared distance with all objects in

environment.

WARNING!

-Always check grips for looseness before using the

wheelchair. If loose, contact a qualified technician for

instructions.

WARNING!

Risk of Injury or Damage

Unintended movement or operation of wheelchair

may cause injury or damage.

-Turn power OFF BEFORE entering or exiting the

wheelchair.

-Close supervision and attention is needed

when operating the wheelchair near children

pets or people with physical/mental disabilities.

Turn power off.

WARNING!

Risk of Injury, Damage or Death

Damaged parts due to collision or impact may result in

injury, damage or death.

-Seek immediate attention and service if wheelchair

is involved in a collision or impact event. This

includes, but is not limited to, vehicle accidents,

mishandling and impact events where the

wheelchair strikes something or is struck by

something that may cause damage.

-Ensure your wheelchair is working properly and is

inspected by a qualified Invacare technician if the

wheelchair is involved in a collision or impact event.

6.1.1 A Note to Wheelchair Attendants

When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember

to use good body mechanics. Keep your back straight and bend

your knees whenever tilting wheelchair or traversing curbs or

other impediments.

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