Innov SIGNATURE Instruction manual

7 avenue Bernard Pieds F-10110 BAR-SUR-SEINE –FRANCE
Tel: [phone] - Fax: [phone]
www.innov-sa.com - [email protected]
(Version 3 –date of validity October 2018)
Assembly and installation instructions
Manual folding wheelchair
SIGNATURE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL PRESENTATION-------------------------------------------------------------P. 3 to 4
A) Help and accessibility-------------------------------------------------------------------------------P 3
B) Outils requis ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------P 4
C) Consignes de sécurité -------------------------------------------------------------------------------P 4
2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION--------------------------------------------------------------P. 5 to 12
A) Headrest---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- P. 5
B) The push bar----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- P. 5
C) Armrests---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- P. 5
D) Backrest ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- P. 6
E) Battery ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ P. 7
F) Seat base---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- P. 7
G) Quilts ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- P. 8
H) Front and rear wheels ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ P. 8
I) Central wheels---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- P. 9
J) Manual brakes---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- P. 9
K) Leg rest----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------P. 10
L) Suspension system---------------------------------------------------------------------------------P. 11
M) Trays ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------P. 11
N) Body support ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------P. 12
O) User’s weight---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------P. 12
P) Location of the identification plate -------------------------------------------------------------- P 12
3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS---------------------------------------------------- P. 13 to 14
4. CONDITIONS OF USE ----------------------------------------------------------------- P. 15 to 17
A) Carrying the seat-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------P. 15
B) Transfer onto and out from the wheelchair ----------------------------------------------------P. 15
C) Steering the wheelchair ---------------------------------------------------------------------------P. 16
D) Steering the wheelchair by an attendant--------------------------------------------------------P. 16
E) In motion on a slope -------------------------------------------------------------------------------P. 17
F) Steering up and down on a staircase-------------------------------------------------------------P. 17
5. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING-------------------------------------------------P 17 à P 18
A) Maintenance---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- P 17
B) Cleaning--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- P 18
C) Recycling-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- P 18
6. GUARANTEE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------P. 19

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Please read carefully before using this product
1. GENERAL PRESENTATION
We thank you for purchasing this wheelchair SIGNATURE.
Our products are developed and manufactured in France in compliance with the quality
and safety required norms. For safety reasons, please carefully read this instruction’s
guide before using the wheelchair. Please retain this document for further reading.
This manual includes the most recent developments of the products. However,
INNOV’SA retains the right to implement modifications without any obligation to adapt
or replace previously delivered products.
This wheelchair is intended for people who have difficulties to walk or who are unable
to walk. It is intended to carry only one person. The wheelchair is intended to be used
indoor / outdoor under certain conditions.
The wheelchair SIGNATURE is not intended for disoriented people.
Your wheelchair must only be used on surface areas where all six wheels touch the
ground and with sufficient contact for a balanced rolling of all wheels.
Use the wheelchair on flat, stable ground surfaces. Avoid using the wheelchair on a
ground covered with gravel, mud, or made of rounded cobblestone, or on grass or on
any other unstable or uneven surface.
The wheelchair must neither be used as a ladder, nor carry heavy or hot items.
In case of use on floor rugs, carpet or removable floor coverings, those may be damaged.
Do only use INNOV’SA accessories.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damages incurred by the absence
or unsuitable maintenance, or the non-compliance with the instructions of this manual.
The compliance with the instructions of use and maintenance is an essential prerequisite
for the guarantee.
A) HELP AND ACCESSIBILITY
For the people whose handicap makes this instructions’ guide difficult to read, it is
possible:
-to access our website www.innov.sa.com to display on screen this guide and adapt
the font size.
-to contact your authorized dealer for an oral presentation of the operating
instructions.

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B) REQUIRED TOOLS:
The following tools are needed to adjust the wheelchair (supplied in a plastic pocket):
Allen key no. 4, no. 5 et no. 6
Open-end wrench M5
C) General safety instructions
The general safety and operating instructions for using the wheelchair must be carefully read
by the user and the personal care attendant. This manual points out the procedures and the
necessary techniques ensuring the correct utilisation of the product. It is important to test these
techniques until you feel comfortable when using the product and undertaking the most frequent
required maintenance features. Use this manual as a basic guide in which by many people
successfully tested techniques are being presented. Users often develop personal
capacities while adapting themselves to the day-to-day life, which may differ from
those described in this manual. INNOV’SA encourages each and every user and
attendant to try what is best for himself in order to suit his environment . Nevertheless,
all the recommendations of this manual must be imperatively followed. The described
techniques in this manual are the starting point for the user and the attendant, safety
being the most important point.
INNOV’SA does not recommend to use the wheelchair SIGNATURE as a training device. It
has not been developed and tested for that purpose. INNOV’SA cannot be held responsible in
case of injuries and the guarantee shall be considered null and void. When using the wheelchair,
all 6 wheels must remain in contact with the ground, except when crossing an obstacle.
Never leave the user unattended.
Symbols appearing in this manual
Warning
Indicates a dangerous situation likely to provoke serious injuries, that could even be
deadly.
Important
Indicates a dangerous situation which, if not avoided, is likely to result in minor injuries
or material damages.
It is not designed to be used as a seat in a motorised vehicle.

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2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
A) HEADREST
The headrest is removable
Adjustable in height, depth and sideways
Adjusting in height (picture 1)
Untighten the 2 adjusters
Glide up or down to adjust the height
Interlock then tighten back up both adjusters
Adjusting in depth (picture 1)
Untighten the socket-head screw (behind the headrest, by turning it anticlockwise)
Adjust at the desired position (simultaneous adjustments in depth and in height)
Tighten back up the socket-head screw
Adjusting sideways (picture 1)
Unscrew the 4 screws (C) by turning those anticlockwise
Adjust at the desired position
Tighten back up the 4 screws (C)
Removing the headrest (picture 1)
Untighten both adjusters while lifting up the headrest until complete extraction
B) THE PUSH BAR
The push bar behind the backrest allows a third party to move forward and steer the seat
(picture 2).
C) ARMRESTS
Never lift the wheelchair by holding the armrests.
Removable
Adjustable in height
Clothes protection
Socket-head
screw
The 2
adjusters
Screw (C)
Picture 1
Picture 2

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Adjusting in height and removing (picture 3)
With button (A) located at the front end of the armrest
Adjust the armrest board at the desired height
To remove the armrest, pull up
D) BACKREST
foldable
Reclining with an electrical jack
Adjustable in height, in depth
Adjustable in tightness
Adjusting in tightness (picture 4)
Adjust the shape and the tightness of the backrest by means
of the Velcro straps.
Reclining adjustments
To recline your seat, please use the remote control.
The two buttons allow to self-manage the reclining
WHITE button: forwards
GREEN button: backwards
When plugging your seat in the wall socket, DO NOT PRESS the remote control
buttons for 60 minutes.
Nevertheless, should a power outage or else switch your remote control into
“security” mode (locked), reboot your remote control by performing a full
reclining cycle of the seat: from full forward reclining to full backward reclining
or unplug your seat from the wall socket for 60 seconds.
NOW your remote control is rebooted.
Button (A)
Picture 3
Picture 4
Picture 5

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E) BATTERY
Your battery is equipped with a light indicator (picture 7 - C).
Orange light: low battery or in process
Green light: battery fully charged
To ensure a proper functioning, it is imperative to recharge the battery regularly (once a
week).
In order to charge the battery or use the chair on the 22V, please respect following advice:
Plug the power cable of the charger (Picture 8 - D) - to be found in the
SIGNATURE's back pocket - into the socket at the bottom the battery (picture 6 –B)
Then plug the same cable into the power transformer (picture 8 –E)
Plug the power supply cable (photo 8 –F) into the power transformer (picture 8 –E).
Insert the plug socket (Picture 8 –G) in a 220V wall socket.
The battery must be regularly reloaded to avoid its deterioration.
The battery must imperatively be charged when the light indicator is orange.
The battery must not be packed away in the rear pocket or any other pocket.
F) SEAT BASE
Adjusting in depth (picture 9)
Unscrew the screws (B)
Glide the seat base to the desired position
Tighten back up the screws (B)
(A)
(B)
(C)
Picture 6
Picture 9
C
F
G
D
A
B
E
Picture 7
Picture 8

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If you adjust the seat depth over 44 cm, please adjust the leg rests as follow:
Adjusting in width (picture 13)
Unscrew screws (C)
Glide the leg rest holder laterally
Tighten back up screws (C)
Adjusting in abduction (picture 13)
Untighten screws (A), then glide the leg rests
holders laterally
Tighten back up screws (A)
G) QUILTS
The seat quilt is removable and can be machine washed at 30 °C. We suggest you to put
your quilt in a wash bag to protect its original appearance.
If your quilt flattens: please remove and pat your quilt to fluff it up.
H) FRONT AND REAR WHEELS (picture 14)
Front wheels with tyre width of 12 cm
Always check that your wheels are free of dirt before using the wheelchair
Check that the tyres are not worn before using the wheelchair. Replace them
when necessary.
Verify the fork axle by turning the front wheels. Those must stop
progressively.
(A)
(B)
(C)
1 –Factory setting of your
leg rests (picture 10)
3 –New setting for your leg
rest (picture 12)
2 –Adjusting the seat base
depth over 440 mm (picture 11)
Picture 10
Picture 11
Picture 12
Picture 13
Picture 14

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The rear wheels are equipped with a directional locking brake system allowing the
attendant to stop the wheelchair with a simple foot pressure (picture 15).
Pull the brake to block
Push forward with the tip of the toe to unlock the wheel
When crossing an obstacle, its height MUST NOT be higher than
the wheel’s radius. If the obstacle is higher than the wheel’s
radius, the wheelchair has to be lifted.
I) CENTRAL WHEELS
BEFORE EACH USE, verify that the axle (A) is properly engaged in its holder (B), by
pulling the wheel.
Central wheels dimensions: 24”
Quick disassembling axle to facilitate transport and mounting
Quick disassembling (picture 16)
Lever the wheelchair’s frame on blocks so that the central wheels are not in
contact with the ground anymore.
While holding the wheelchair’s frame with one hand, grab the centre of the wheel
with the other hand, press the button, then completely remove the wheel from the
chair.
To put back the wheel, proceed the other way around.
Handrails (picture 16)
To move around, the wheelchair is equipped with handrails.
Push from back to front to move forward
Risk of burns, be careful when you are moving around in a hot or cold environment
(light of the sun, extreme cold, saunas, etc.).
When remaining a certain amount of time in such environments, the components may
reflect its temperature.
When crossing an obstacle, its height MUST NOT be higher than the wheel’s radius.
If the obstacle is higher than the wheel’s radius, the wheelchair has to be lifted.
Lever
Axle (A)
Holder (B)
Picture 15
Picture 16
Handrail

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J) MANUAL BRAKES
The brakes allow a safe transfer of the user (picture 17)
Pull on the brakes
Pull the handle (A) to brake
Wheels are blocked, the wheelchair is immobilised.
Push to release the brakes
These brakes must not be used to slow down the wheelchair.
Check that the brakes are not in contact with the wheels when in motion.
K) LEG RESTS
The leg rests are removable and retractable.
The boards are adjustable in angle and height.
Removing the leg rest (Picture 18)
Place the boards and calf rests vertically
Pull on button (A) to unlock
Pivot the leg rest away from the wheelchair
Lift the leg rest and remove it
Installing the leg rest (Picture 18)
Place the boards vertically
Place the leg rest on the outside of the wheelchair
Place the pivot bracket inside the tube of the frame
Pivot the leg rest towards the inside of the wheelchair
Adjusting in angle the leg rests in power mode
The angle adjustment of the leg rest is linked to the reclining of the seat and is performed
with the remote control. It must be performed by the attendant
Adjusting in angle the leg rests in manual mode
Unclip the metallic units under the leg rests
Take the two black adjusters (C) located at the back of the wheelchair
Clip those adjusters on the hinge of the leg rests
Untighten the adjuster (C) to release and adjust the angle of the leg rest
Once the desired angle is reached, tighten back up (C)
DO NOT stand upright or put weight on the boards.
Always verify that the boards are vertically set before moving onto or out of
the wheelchair.
Always verify that the leg rests are properly engaged before use.
Always be extremely cautious when being on unstable surfaces (water, grass,
gravel).
(A)
(C)
Button (A)
Picture 17
Picture 18

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Adjusting in height (picture 19)
Unscrew (D) to release and adjust at the desired height
Tighten back up (D)
Adjusting the angle of the board (picture 19)
Unscrew (E) to release and adjust at the desired angle
Tighten back up (E)
L) SUSPENSION SYSTEM
For a “rocking chair”effect or to facilitate the crossing of a threshold
Untighten by pushing on the red pedal (picture 20)
Place the wheelchair in front of the obstacle
Push down the push bar behind the backrest in order to lift the front
wheels
Push the wheelchair forward with the push bar to cross the obstacle
Tighten back up by lifting up the red pedal
It is imperative to lock the suspension system (pedal up) when the wheelchair
is used with the rear wheels only or when the back rest is reclined.
It is imperative to lock the suspension system (pedal up) when the wheelchair
has crossed the obstacle.
M) TRAYS
Side tray
Remove the armrest quilt of the chosen side
Remove the cap from the tube (A) and untighten
the adjuster (B) located under the armrest (picture 22)
Place back the quilt on the armrest
Insert the metallic rod of the tray (D) in the armrest tube (A)
through the cover’s opening (C) (picture 23 & 21)
Tighten back up the adjuster (B) (picture 22)
To glide the tray on the side (picture 23)
Pull the 5 cm metallic rod and tip it down.
(D)
(E)
(A)
(C)
(B)
(D)
Picture 19
Picture 20
Picture 21
Picture 22
Picture 23

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Lap tray (picture 24)
Remove both armrest quilts of the chosen side
Remove both caps on each tube (A) and untighten both
adjusters (B) located under the armrest (picture 22)
Place back the quilts on the armrest.
Insert the metallic rods of the tray (D) in the armrest
tube (A) through the cover’s openings (C) (picture 23 & 21)
Tighten back up both adjusters (B) (picture 22)
N) BODY SUPPORT
Complete body support kit (picture 25)
1 body support holder: 1
2 tightening adjusters of the body support: 2
2 tightening adjusters of the holder: 3
1 body support right: 4
1 body support left: 4Bis
Put the body support in place
Tighten both adjusters (picture 24)
Present the body support as pictured (picture 27) and
glide it in the body support holder (1) (picture 28)
Set the desired clear space distance and tighten
the adjusters (2)
O) USER’S WEIGHT
Maximum user’s weight indicated by the manufacturer is 140kg
Picture 24
Picture 25
Picture 26
Picture 27
Picture 28

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M) LOCATION OF THE IDENTIFICATION PLATE
The identification plate is located at the rear of your wheelchair
(photo 29)
INNOV’SA
7 avenue Bernard Pieds
F- 10110 BAR SUR SEINE
www.innov-sa.com - i[email protected]
: +(33) 3 25 29 40 00 : +(33) 3 25 29 12 12
Fauteuil roulant SIGNATURE (------)
REF : ------------
Numéro série : -----------
2018
Poids max 140 kg
3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum user’s weight
140 kg
Seat base depths
390 mm, 440 mm, 490 mm
Front/Rear wheels
tyre width 120 mm
Central wheels
24”
Brakes
Manual pulling
Armrests
Removable, adjustable in height and depth
Leg rests
Retractable, adjustable in height and depth
Boards
Foldable, adjustable in height and depth
Coatings
PVC/PUR: black and raspberry pink in compliance
with the norms 2021-2 - Test report n° 367160735
Polyester: brown, oatmeal and flecked
in compliance with the norms 1021-2 –Test report n°
1802686.01
Picture 29
Doesn’t allow to be
used as a chair in a
motorized véhicle
CE certificated
Read carefully the
guide user
Manufacturing
date

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Frame
Stainless steel
Overall length
1080 mm
Overall width
630 mm
680 mm
730 mm
Length folded
900 mm
Width folded
630 mm
680 mm
730 mm
Backrest reclining angle
min 89° - max 130°
Backrest height from base seat
660 mm
Weight of the wheelchair
55 kg
Static stability downwards
up to17°
Static stability upwards
up to 11°
Static stability sideways
up to 15°
Crossing obstacles
up to 120 mm
Seat base inclination
min 0° - max 20°
Seat base depth
min 370 mm - max 520 mm
Actual seat widths
390-440 mm
440-490 mm
490-540 mm
Height, floor to seat base
height 490 mm
Leg rest segment length
min 350 mm - max 470 mm
Footrest angle
Powered adjustment min 93° - max 90°
Manual adjustment min 93° - max 75°
Handrails diameter
530 mm
Seat base/frame adjustment
70 mm
Armrest height
min 220 mm - max 280 mm (with quilt)
min 180 mm –max 220 mm (without quilt)
Armrest/backrest distance
min 350 mm - max 410 mm
Gyration radius
580 mm
630 mm
680 mm

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4. CONDITIONS OF USE
A) CARRYING THE WHEELCHAIR
It is not designed to be used as a seat in a motorised vehicle.
The best way to move the wheelchair is to roll it. If that is not the case (for instance
when wheels are removed for transport purposes), the frame must be firmly grabbed at
its front and its back. Do not lift the wheelchair by holding the armrests or the footrests.
Two people at least are needed to carry the wheelchair
Transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle
Remove the following parts
Backrest
Headrest
Armrests
Seat base cushion
Leg rests
B) TRANSFER ONTO AND OUT OF THE WHEELCHAIR
If you cannot proceed with a secured transfer, ask for help.
Tilting risks outside the wheelchair–Don’t rise by stepping on the footrest
boards.
Independent transfer
Set the backrest in the most upright position as possible.
Place the wheelchair as close as possible to the chair, the couch or the bed you
want to transfer to or from.
Make sure both brakes of the wheelchair are applied.
Fold the footrest in the upright position to avoid putting weight on them.
Proceed with the transfer to or from the wheelchair.
Transfer by a third party
The transfer can also be performed with the help of a third party
 The wheelchair must be placed as close as possible next to the seat to be
reached, with the front wheels parallel and the third party facing the user .
 Lock the brakes .
 Place the boards and the leg rests vertically .
 Tightly surround with your own feet user’s criss-crossed feet, then place
your arms under the armpits .
 Lift the user by the armpits and turn towards the area to be reached .
 Make the user comfortable in the new area .

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C) STEERING THE WHEELCHAIR
Risks of pinch point –Prevent your fingers from being pinched in the spokes
of the wheels.
Risks of pinch point –Be careful when crossing narrow passages (doors, for
example).
Risk of burns, be careful when you are moving around in a hot or cold
environment (light of the sun, extreme cold, saunas, etc.) and when remaining
a certain amount of time in such environments, the components may reflect its
temperature.
Release the brakes
Grab the top of both handrails
Lean forward and push the handrails forward until your arms are outstretched
Bring slowly your arms back to the top of the handrails and repeat the movement
D) STEERING THE WHEELCHAIR BY AN ATTENDANT
Risks of pinch point –Prevent your fingers from being pinched in the spokes
of the wheels.
Risk of burns, be careful when you are moving around in a hot or cold
environment (light of the sun, extreme cold, saunas, etc.)
When remaining a certain amount of time in such environments, the
components may reflect its temperature.
The attendant can set the wheelchair in motion with the handle or the push
bar.
E)IN MOTION ON A SLOPE
Control your speed and move forward as slowly as possible on sloping grounds
Take into account the attendant’s capacity – if he is not strong enough to
control the wheelchair, pull the brakes.
Tilting risks –lean forward to shift your centre of gravity onwards. Thus, you
will increase your stability.
If the wheelchair is equipped with a safety belt, use it.
Do not try to cross sharp sloped grounds.
Ask a third party to help you to cross a sloping ground.

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F) GOING UP OR DOWN THE STAIRS
Tilting risks –use the staircase always accompanied by 2 attendants.
Risks of injuries –it is forbidden to lift the wheelchair when the patient is still
being seated! The rear wheels must always remain in contact with the floor or
steps.
Risks of injuries or damages –Neither a person nor an object must remain
under the wheelchair during transportation
Risks of injuries –When the footrest boards have been removed, the patient’s
legs are not anymore maintained.
The assistance of two attendants is required when using a staircase. To do so, the first
person must stand behind the wheelchair and hold it by the handles. The second person
must grab an irremovable part of the frame at the front of the wheelchair. Make sure
that neither hands nor feet are outside the wheelchair.
In order to safely step down stairs or a kerb, follow the here below stages (a third
party placed at the rear is indispensable):
Place the wheelchair at the edge of the step
Hold the handrails
The attendant must firmly hold both handle bars and tilt back the wheelchair at
+30° so to lever the front wheels from the ground.
The attendant must remain in this position and push the wheelchair forward until
the rear wheels touch the ground.
Never attempt to descend a step without any assistance.
5. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
The expected lifespan of the wheelchair depends on the use, the stowing, regular maintenance
and cleaning.
A)REGULAR MAINTENANCE
In order to keep your wheelchair INNOV’SA in good condition, you must undertake a
regular maintenance service as follow:
Control and clean the wheels. Replace the wheels when necessary.
Control the fastening of screws, the handles, the adjustment buttons.
Control the brakes and adjust those if necessary.
Check the seat (cleanliness, cracks, damages on structural parts, etc.) and clean it.
Replace the coating when necessary.

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B) CLEANING
Clean the plastic parts of your wheelchair with an adapted cleaning product. Carefully
read the specific information of your cleaning product. Exclusively use a sponge or a
soft brush. Plastic parts are for example the brakes, the footrest board, etc.
C)RECYCLING
Disposal and recycling must be undertaken in compliance with the current rules and
legislation applicable in each country.
All electrical parts must be removed and recycled as electrical components.
Plastic parts must be dropped off in waste incineration plants or recycled.
Steel parts and wheels must be dealt with as metal waste.
Waste recovery will help to protect the environment.
6. GUARANTEE
Guarantee terms and conditions
The guarantee of the wheelchair SIGNATURE covers all construction defects resulting
from a material or manufacturing default of manual wheelchair’s frames over a 2-year
period of time starting on the day of delivery. The electric jack has a 5-year guarantee
coverage. The date of purchase must be written on the certificate included in this guide.
Under this guarantee, we include solely a free of charge repair or replacement of parts
acknowledged to be defective, after INNOV’SA’s approval. We hereby underline that
repairs or parts exchanges will only be performed with new spare parts after INNOV’SA’s
assessment.
We decline any responsibility or liability whatsoever for any damages due to an inadequate,
incorrect or non-compliant assembling and/or repairs, carelessness and wear, as well as
modifications of components or elements carried out by the user or a third party. In these
cases, our manufacturer’s responsibility cannot be claimed.
The guarantee does not apply for normal wear of coatings, tyres, tubes, handrails, wheels,
etc. The damages resulting from use of force or a non-compliant utilisation are not covered
by the guarantee. The damages resulting from the use of the wheelchair by users weighing
over the maximum authorized weight for each of our models are not covered by the
guarantee. The guarantee is valid only if the maintenance instructions are scrupulously
respected.

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CERTIFICATE OF GUARANTEE
Surname: _________________________________________________
First name: ________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________
Postcode: _________________________________________________
City: _____________________________________________________
Date of purchase: ___________________________________________
To enforce your guarantee, the date of purchase must be clearly indicated.
Model: ____________________________________________________
Serial number: ______________________________________________
NOTES
In order to constantlyimprove the quality of our service, please forward your remarks regarding
the quality, the functionality or the use of our products that we develop.
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