1 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.
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.
In case of a serious incident with the product, you should
inform the manufacturer and the competent authority in
your country.
1.2 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.
1.3 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.
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.
Product-specific Standards
The product has been tested and conforms to EN 12182
(Assistive products for persons with disability) and related
standards. For further information about local standards and
regulations, contact your local Invacare representative.
1.4 Service Life
The expected service life of this product is three years when
used daily and in accordance with the safety instructions,
maintenance intervals and correct use, stated in this manual.
The effective service life can vary according to frequency and
intensity of use.
1.5 Limitation of Liability
Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from:
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Non-compliance with the user manual
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Incorrect use
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Natural wear and tear
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Incorrect assembly or set-up by the purchaser or a third
party
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Technical modifications
•
Unauthorised modifications and/or use of unsuitable
spare parts
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2 Safety
2.1 Safety Information
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.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury!
Improper use of this product may cause injury.
– Before every use, check the product for damage
and ensure that it is securely assembled.
– Do not use if defective.
– Do not make any unauthorized alterations or
modifications to the product.
– Do not use or store the product outdoors.
– Do not use in the shower (Fig. 9).
– Keep product away from open flames.
– Do not place smoldering cigarettes on the
product.
WARNING!
Risk of burning your Skin!
The product components can heat up when
exposed to external sources of heat.
– Do not expose the product to strong sunlight
before use.
WARNING!
Risk of Falling!
Improper use of this product may cause injury.
– Do not stand on this product.
– Do not move or displace the product under load
or during use.
– Do not sit on the product if not all four legs
have full contact to the level ground.
CAUTION!
Risk of Injury
Non-original or wrong parts may affect the
function and safety of the product.
– Only use original parts for the product in use.
– Due to regional differences, refer to your local
Invacare catalog or website for available options
or contact your Invacare distributor.
2.2 Labels and Symbols on the Product (Fig. 2)
Manufacturer
A
European
B
Conformity
C
For use on level
ground only
D
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Lot number
G
Unique Device Identifier
H
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Medical Device
J
Reference number
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