Invacare Ben 9 Plus Guide

Invacare Ben 9 Plus
Maintenance & Spare Parts Manual
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Contents Page
Chapter 1 Introduction
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.3
Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.5
Technical Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.5
Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.5
Chapter 2 Maintenance
Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.3
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.3
Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.4
Removing And Replacing Backrest Canvas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.7
Removing And Replacing An Armrest Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.9
Removing And Replacing Main Wheel Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.11
Removing And Replacing A Brake Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.13
Removing And Replacing A Castor Wheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
Removing And Replacing An Adjustable Footrest Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.17
Removing And Replacing Seat Canvas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.19
Chapter 3 Illustrated Parts List
Backrest Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.7
Armrest Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.9
Rear Wheel Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.11
Brake Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.13
Castor Wheel Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.15
Swinging Detachable Footrest Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.17
Seat Canvas Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.19

INTRODUCTION
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Chapter 1
Introduction

Ben 9 Plus
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Figure 1.0 Ben 9 Plus Wheelchair

INTRODUCTION
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Introduction
1 This manual provides basic details to enable the BEN 9 Plus range of wheelchairs to be maintained. It is
not intended to be a comprehensive maintenance guide/policy, but is intended for use by competent
personnel to enable the chair to be adequately maintained.
2 The manual is split into the following chapters:
Chapter 2 Detailing assemblies that are maintainable and the relevant procedures.
Chapter 3 Detailing parts that are available to enable the maintenance in Chapter 2 to be complied
with.
3 The BEN 9 range of wheelchair is manufactured by:
INVACARE Ltd
South Road
Bridgend Industrial Estate
Bridgend
Mid-Glamorgan
CF31 3PY
4 For Customer Service enquires, repairs, servicing and spares, contact INVACARE Ltd at the address
below and quote all the details as indicated in paragraphs 6 and 7.
5 INVACARE Ltd
South Road
Bridgend Industrial Estate
Bridgend
Mid-Glamorgan
CF31 3PY
Tel No: 01656 647327
Fax No: 01656 649016
6 Quote the following details at all times:
6.1 Part Number
6.2 Description
6.3 Quantity required
7 For certain orders the following should also be quoted:
7.1 Serial or batch number
7.2 End user

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Figure 1.0 Ben 9 Plus Wheelchair

INTRODUCTION
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Policy
8 INVACARE Ltd. repair policy is as follows:
Repairs to ANY component other than those detailed in Chapter 2 are not covered. Repairs to ANY metal
work is not generally permitted without express permission of INVACARE Ltd. ALL fasteners i.e. bolts,
Nyloc nuts, and any fastener showing damage MUST be renewed.
Failure to comply with the above absolves INVACARE Ltd of liability.
!Note: Certain components will require removal to carry out maintenance. With the exception of fas-
teners, these components should be refitted.
Technical Details
9 The following data applies to the Ben 9 range of wheelchairs.
9.1 Available seat sizes:
15 inches by 16 inches, 17 inches by 17 inches and 18 inches by 17 inches and 16 inches by
16 inches.
9.2 Seat to ground height:
19 inches.
9.3 Wheel types available:
12 1/2 inches transit with pneumatic or solid tyre. Located to frame.
9.4 Maximum user weight:
20 stones (127kgs)
9.5 Backrest type:
Folding backrest.
9.6 Chair finish:
Powder coat in red or black.
9.7 Transit weight of chair:
29lbs (13.2kgs).
Types
Options
10 The chair is available in various user defined optional types. For further details refer to INVACARE Ltd for
details and acceptable combinations.

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MAINTENANCE
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Chapter 2
Maintenance

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Figure 2.0.1 General Arrangement of Ben 9 Plus
1 Backrest canvas 5 Castor assembly
2 Armrest assembly 6 Footplate assembly
3 Rear wheels 7 Swinging bracket assembly
4 Brake assembly 8 Seat canvas