Invacare Aquatec Ocean User manual

Aquatec® Ocean / Ocean XL
EN Shower and Toilet Commode
User Manual
DE Dusch- und Toilettenrollstuhl
Gebrauchsanweisung
FR Fauteuil/chaise pour douche/toilettes
Mode d’emploi
IT Carrozzina da doccia e WC
Istruzioni per l‘uso
ES Silla de ducha y WC
Manual de instrucciones
NL Douche- en toiletrolstoel
Gebruiksaanwijzing
PT Cadeira de banho
Manual de instruções
This manual must be given to the user of the product.
Before using the product, read this manual and safe it
for future reference!

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EN: Complies with Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices.
The launch date of this product is stated in the EC declaration of conformity.
DE: Konform mit Richtlinie 93/42/EWG für Medizinprodukte.
Der Markteinführungszeitpunkt für dieses Produkt ist in der EG-Konformitätserklärung angegeben.
FR: Conforme à la directive 93/42/CEE relative aux dispositifs médicaux.
La date de lancement de ce produit est indiquée dans la déclaration CE de conformité.
IT: Conforme alla direttiva 93/42/CEE relativa ai prodotti medicali.
La data di lancio di questo prodotto è indicata nella dichiarazione di conformità CE.
ES: Cumple con la directiva 93/42/CEE relativa a los productos sanitarios.
La fecha de lanzamiento de este producto figura en la declaración CE de conformidad.
NL: Conform richtlijn 93/42/EEG voor medische hulpmiddelen.
De datum waarop dit product op de markt wordt gebracht, staat vermeld in de EG-verklaring van overeenstemming.
PT: Em conformidade com a directiva 93/42/CEE do Conselho relativa aos dispositivos médicos.
A data de lançamento deste produto é indicada na declaração CE de conformidade

Contents english
1 General 4
1.1 General information 4
1.2 Symbols 4
1.3 Warranty 4
1.4 Intended use 4
1.5 Service life 4
2 Safety 5
2.1 Safety information 5
3 Description 5
3.1 Components 5
3.2 Identification label 6
4 Assembly and installation 6
4.1 Safety information 6
4.2 Assembling the shower and toilet commode 6
4.3 Fitting/removing the self-propelling wheels (optional) 10
5 Usage 11
5.1 Safety information 11
5.2 Swiveling the armrests 12
5.3 Swiveling the footrests 12
5.4 Removing/fitting a heel strap 12
5.5 Removing/fitting the seat plate 12
6 Transport 12
6.1 Safety information 12
7 Maintenance 13
7.1 Maintenance and inspection 13
7.2 Cleaning and disinfection 13
7.3 Changing the wheels 14
8 After use 14
8.1 Storage 14
8.2 Re-use 14
8.3 Disposal 14
9 Troubleshooting 15
9.1 Identifying and repairing faults 15
10 Technical data 16
10.1 Dimensions and weight 16
10.2 Materials 16

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1 General
1.1 General information
This user manual contains information and notes on the proper and
safe use of the shower and toilet commode.
Please read this user manual carefully before using the product.
The position specifications (A, B, C, etc.) in the handling instructions
always refer to the preceding figure.
1.2 Symbols
Warnings
In this User Manual warnings are indicated by symbols. The warning
symbols are accompanied by a heading that indicates the severity of
the danger.
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.
!IMPORTANT
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to
property if it is not avoided.
Tips and recommendations
iGives useful tips, recommendations and information for effici-
ent, trouble-free use.
1.3 Warranty
We provide a manufacturer’s warranty for the product in accordance
with our General Terms and Conditions of Business. Guarantee claims
can only be made through the relevant dealer.
Quality
Quality is of the utmost importance for our company; all processes are
based on ISO 9001 and ISO 13485.
The product meets the requirements of DIN EN 12182.
Should you require further information, please contact the relevant
INVACARE®subsidiary in your country (contact addresses are provi-
ded on the back of this user manual).
1.4 Intended use
The shower and toilet commode is designed exclusively as an aid for
showering or bathing, going to the toilet or for transferring patients
while indoors. Do not use for any other purpose.
WARNING Risk of injury
▸Never use the product as an aid for getting into or out of
a bathtub, for climbing or descending, as a support or for
similar purposes.
▸Do not use the product outdoors.
As a toilet commode, you can use the product over a standard toilet
or independently with the commode pan (optional).
The shower and toilet commode may only be used as a bathing stool
in a pool, if the pool does not contain salt water and an attendant is
present at all times.
Temperature for use: 10 - 65 °C
1.5 Service life
The expected service life of this product is three years when used in
accordance with safety instructions and intended use, stated in this
manual. The effective service life can vary according to frequency and
intensity of use.

Shower and Toilett Commode Ocean / Ocean XLSafety
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2 Safety
2.1 Safety information
WARNING Risk of injury
▸Do not use a faulty product.
▸In the event of a malfunction, contact a dealer immediately.
▸Do not make any unauthorized changes or alterations to
the product.
▸Only use accessories intended for this product.
3 Description
3.1 Components
The following components are included within the scope of delivery of
the AQUATEC®Ocean/ XL:
ⒶUser manual
BBackrest with backrest cover and armrests
ⒸSeat frame with seat plate
ⒹSide parts with wheels (2 x)
ⒺFootrests with heel strap (2 x)
ⒻClips (2 x) for footrest (inserted)
ⒼClips (4 x) for seat frame
HAllen key AF 4
IScrews (4 x) and curved washers (4 x)
JBase stabilization tube with screws (4 x)
and nuts (4 x) - Ocean XL only
KStabilization tube with spacers, screws and
nuts
The following parts are included within the scope of delivery of the
self-propelling wheels with parking brake:

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ⒶSelf-propelling wheels (2 x)
BParking brakes (2 x)
ⒸHubs (2 x)
Please note the change in dimensions when the self-propelling wheels
are fitted. The details are provided in the technical data.
3.2 Identification label
The identification label also contains important information:
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
AConformity mark
BProduct timeframe
CSerial device number
DLoad capacity
ENote (use only on flat surfaces)
FNote (observe accompanying documents)
GDevice designation
iThe identification label is positioned on the inside of theright-
hand side part.
4 Assembly and installation
4.1 Safety information
!IMPORTANT
▸Check the parts for transport damage before commissio-
ning and contact the dealer if required.
▸Ensure during assembly that the parts are positioned cor-
rectly with respect to one another.
4.2 Assembling the shower and toilet commode
This section describes the assembly. Disassembly takes place in the
reverse order.
Fitting the side parts
1. Remove the enclosed clips Ffrom the bag.
2. Place the seat frame on its side.
!IMPORTANT
▸Push the side part evenly onto the frame and do not twist.
▸Secure the side part at the same height, front and rear.

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3. Push the side part Awith the guides for the footrests Dforwards
on the seat frame B.
4. Bring the clip mounts Eon the front and back of the side part in
line with a hole in the seat frame C.
5. Insert the clips Ffrom the outside into the side part, until both
ends Genclose the seat frame tube B.
!IMPORTANT
▸Ensure that the left and the right side parts are set to the
same height.
6. Turn the seat frame and repeat the procedure on the second side
part.
7. Set the seat frame with the fitted side parts on its wheels.
Adjusting the seat height
!IMPORTANT
The seat height is to be adapted to the user. It is generally
correctly adjusted if the user can sit on the shower and toilet
commode with both feet resting on the floor.
▸Change the height to the same level on both sides.
▸Do not adjust the seat height while there is someone sitting
on the shower and toilet commode.
1. Raise the shower and toilet commode slightly on one side by the
seat frame B.
2. Remove both clips Fon this side.
3. Pull the seat frame out of the side part A or push it into the side
part to adjust the seat height.
4. Push both clips back in completely.
5. Raise the other side and set to the same height as described.
Fitting the base stabilization tube (Ocean XL only)
1. Fit the base stabilization tube Ausing the screws
and nuts Bsupplied between the side parts C.

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Fitting the backrest
1. Secure all four wheels. To do this, press down on the red foot lever
on the wheels.
!IMPORTANT
▸Ensure that the armrests point forward when in the unfol-
ded position.
2. Insert the backrest Dfrom behind into the seat frame E, until the
collar Cabuts the seat frame tube F.
!IMPORTANT
▸The rounded part of the curved washers must sit on the
seat frame tube.
▸Firmly tighten the screws using the Allen key supplied. The
torque is 5 Nm.
▸Check the screws regularly to ensure they are sitting
securely.
3. Position a curved washer Bon each screw Aand secure the back-
rest, on the left and right, with two screw on each side.
Adjusting the backrest cover
The tension of the backrest can be adjusted as desired.
Tightening
1. Pull the belts Aof the backrest cover tighter.
Loosening
1. Open the buckles Bby squeezing the retaining lugs together
(arrows).
2. Push the belts back a little through the buckle.
3. Close the belt buckles.
4. Retighten the belts gently.

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Adjusting the height of the armrests
!IMPORTANT
▸Adjust the height of the armrests to suit the user.
▸Change the height of the armrests evenly on both sides.
▸Set the height of the right and left armrest in the exact same
manner.
1. On the backrest cover, open the buckle of the belt that passes on
the inside of the backrest frame.
2. On the backrest cover, open the buckle of the belt Cthat runs
above the armrest.
3. Pass this belt on the inside of the backrest frame and reclose.
iThe nuts are inserted loosely in the retaining clamp and can
fall out.
4. Unscrew the screws Bof the armrest bracket Ausing the Allen
key supplied.
5. Remove the securing clamp Dwith the nuts from the inside of the
backrest frame.
6. Remove the backrest bracket Awith the armrest and move it
upwards.
iThe smaller hole serves to fix the retaining clamp.
7. Insert the screws in the armrest bracket and guide them through
the holes in the backrest frame.
8. If required, put the nuts back into the retaining clamp.
9. Place the retaining clamp on the backrest frame so that the fixing on
the retaining clamp projects into the smaller hole.
10.Turn the screws in the nuts and tighten.
11.Pass the belt of the backrest cover that is still open on the outside
of the backrest frame, close and tighten all belts.
!IMPORTANT
The armrests are lowered using the same procedure.
▸When converting to the lower position, the belt that lies
beneath the armrest must be opened and passed inside the
backrest frame.

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Fitting footrests
!IMPORTANT
▸The assembly is the same for the right and left footrest.
1. Push the footrest Bwith the footplate Dinto the guide Hat the
front of the side part Iuntil the groove Aengages with the pin of
the clip G. The footrest can no longer be turned to the side.
Adjusting the height of the footrests
1. Pull the footrest Bup a little.
2. Pull out the clip Gand push it back in in the desired position. If
required, pull out the footrest a little further to do this.
3. Push the footrest downwards until the groove Aengages with the
pin of the clip.
4. Set the second footrest to the desired height as described.
Adjusting the inclination of the footplates
!IMPORTANT
The inclination of the footplates is continuously adjustable.
▸Set the right and left footrest in the exact same way.
1. Loosen the Allen head screw Con the footplate using a size 4 Allen
key.
2. Turn the footplate Dto the desired position.
3. Retighten the Allen head screw.
4.3 Fitting/removing the self-propelling wheels
(optional)