Vermeiren Inovys II E User manual

VERMEIREN
Inovys II E
U S E R M A N U A L

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Content
Preface............................................................................................................2
1Your product........................................................................................3
1.1 Description............................................................................................. 3
1.2 Accessories............................................................................................. 4
2Before use ...........................................................................................5
2.1 Intended use .......................................................................................... 5
2.2 General safety instructions..................................................................... 5
2.3 Symbols on the wheelchair .................................................................... 6
2.4 Transport and (dis)assembly................................................................... 6
2.5 First use and storage ............................................................................ 12
3Using your wheelchair .......................................................................13
3.1 Parking brakes (only for 22”/24” wheels) ............................................. 13
3.2 Drum brakes (only for 16” fixed wheels)............................................... 14
3.3 Moving to/from wheelchair ................................................................. 14
3.4 Comfort adjustments............................................................................ 15
3.5 Riding ................................................................................................... 17
3.6 Using the handset ................................................................................ 21
3.7 Battery status and charging.................................................................. 22
4Maintenance .....................................................................................25
4.1 Points of maintenance.......................................................................... 25
4.2 Instructions of maintenance................................................................. 26
4.3Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 26
4.4 Expected lifespan ................................................................................. 27
4.5 End of use............................................................................................. 27
5Technical specifications......................................................................28

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Preface
Congratulations! You are now owner of a Vermeiren wheelchair!
This wheelchair is made by qualified and committed personnel. It is designed and produced
according to high quality standards guarded by Vermeiren.
Thank you for your trust in the products of Vermeiren. To support you on the use of this
wheelchair and its operating options, this manual is offered. Please read it carefully; it will
help you to get familiar with the operation, capabilities and limitations of your wheelchair.
If you still have questions after reading this manual, do not hesitate to contact your
specialist dealer. He/she will be glad to help you.
Important note
To ensure your safety and to prolong the lifetime of your product, please take good care
of it and have it checked and/serviced on a regular basis.
The warranty on this product is based on normal use and maintenance as described in this
manual. Damage to your product caused by improper use or lack of maintenance will cause
the warranty to lapse.
This manual reflects the latest product developments. Vermeiren has the right to
implement changes to this type of product without any obligation to adapt or replace
similar products previously delivered.
Pictures of the product are used to clarify the instructions in this manual. Details of the
depicted product may deviate from your product.
Information available
On our website http://www.vermeiren.com/ you will always find the most recent version
of the information in this manual. Please consult this website regularly for possible
updates.
Visually impaired people can download the electronic version of this manual and have it
read out by means of a text-to-speech software application.
User manual
For user and specialist dealer
Installation manual
For specialist dealer
Service manual for wheelchairs
For specialist dealer

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1Your product
1.1 Description
This Inovys II-E wheelchair is easy to operate and can be used indoors as well as outdoors.
It is foldable which makes it very compact to store. The wheelchair is available in multiple
sizes and is easily expandable with optional parts to enhance user’s comfort.
The following picture shows all parts that are relevant to the user. In the operation and
maintenance section, these parts are described if applicable.
Important parts
Before using your wheelchair, check the technical details and limits of intended use,
see chapter 5.
1. Headrest (optional)
2. Backrest
3. Arm pad
4. Handset
5. Leg rest (2x)
6. Footplate (2x)
7. Foot strap (2x)
8. Leg rest (2x)
9. Armrest (2x)
10. Brake (2x)
11. Front wheel (2x)
12. Frame
13. Rear wheel (2x)
14. Hand rim (2x)
15. Storage pocket with power adapter
16. Push handle with handgrip (2x)
17. Headrest support (optional)
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1.2 Accessories
Following accessories are available for the Inovys II-E:
•Wooden table (B12)
•Headrest (L55, L58)
•Personal safety belt (B58)
•Horizontal wedge (B22)
•Hemiplegic armrests (B66)
For more information, please consult your specialist dealer.
18. Handset holder
19. Seat
20. Battery
21. Motor
22. Side panel (2x)
23. Push bar
24. Tip cap (2x)
25. Location of
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2Before use
2.1 Intended use
In this paragraph a brief description of the intended use of your wheelchair is given.
Additionally, relevant warnings are added to the instructions in the other paragraphs. In
this way we would like to make you aware of the possible misuse that may appear.
•This wheelchair is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
•This wheelchair is designed and produced solely to transport one (1) person with a
maximum weight of 135kg. It is not designed for transport of goods or objects, nor
for any other use than previously described.
•Depending on the type of wheels on your wheelchair, it can be operated by an
attendant or by the user sitting in the wheelchair. You should NOT use this wheelchair
without attendant if you suffer from physical or mental impairments that may put
you, or other people, in danger when riding the wheelchair. For this reason, consult
your doctor first and make sure that your specialist dealer is informed about his
advice.
•This wheelchair is not intended to be used as a seat in a motorized vehicle.
•Only use accessories and spare parts approved by Vermeiren.
Please read all technical details and limits of your wheelchair in §7.
2.2 General safety instructions
Risk of injuries and/or damage
Please read and follow the instructions in this manual. Otherwise you may get
injured or your wheelchair may get damaged.
Keep the following general warnings in mind during use:
•Do not use your wheelchair if you are under influence of alcohol, medicines or other
substances that may influence your riding abilities. This also counts for your attendant
operating the wheelchair.
•Be aware that some parts of your wheelchair may get very hot or cold due to ambient
temperature, solar radiation or heating devices. Be careful when touching. Wear
protective clothing if the weather is cold. When going outdoors, riding gloves can be
used to improve the grip on the hand rims.
•Take note of the instructions for care and service. The manufacturer is not liable for
damage caused by improper servicing / care.
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2.3 Symbols on the wheelchair
The symbols in following list are applicable to your wheelchair. Symbols can be found in
the relevant ISO standard (ISO 7000, ISO 7001 and IEC 417).
Maximum weight of the user in kg
Outdoor/indoor use (battery and power adapter excluded)
For indoor use only (battery and power adapter)
Maximum safe slope in ° (degrees).
Maximum speed
Not intended to be used as seat in a motor vehicle
Type designation
2.4 Transport and (dis)assembly
2.4.1 Moving out of the way
Move the wheelchair by using its wheels and roll it to the destination.
If this is not possible, and disassembling is not desired, ask help to lift the wheelchair.
Firmly grasp the frame with both hands and lift it from the floor. Do not use foot or arm
rests, or wheels to grasp the wheelchair.
2.4.2 Transport by aircraft
Since the wheelchair is equipped with a lead-acid battery, it is not possible to transport
the
wheelchair (as a whole) by aircraft. If you still consider to do so, consult your airline
before
booking your flight. It is also possible to remove the battery and buy a new one at your
arrival. Contact your specialist dealer for information.

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2.4.3 Transport by vehicle
Risk of injuries
•Do NOT use your wheelchair as a seat in a vehicle, see symbol.
•Never use the same safety belt for passenger and wheelchair.
1. Use the handset to return your wheelchair to sitting position, see §3.6.
2. Disassemble and lift the wheelchair in the vehicle according to the instructions in
§2.4.4.
3. Store the wheelchair and its parts in the luggage compartment. If luggage and
passenger compartments are NOT separated or enclosed, fasten the wheelchair frame
securely to the vehicle.
You can use a ramp to push the wheelchair inside the vehicle, see 3.5.4.
Apply the parking brakes after loading, see §3.1.
2.4.4 Assembly
Risk of injuries or damage
•Make sure that your fingers, clothes, buckles won’t get trapped during assembly.
•Always keep the swing range of the footrest in mind to prevent bystanders from being
injured or objects from being damaged.
•Before use, always make sure that all assembled parts have been firmly secured.
Inovys II-E base frame with 16” and 24” wheels - disassembled parts
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•Place the wheelchair with four wheels
on the ground.
•Fold the backrest frame (34) open.
•Mount the front of the motor to the
backrest frame with the fastener pin
(33) and lock its brace.
•Make sure that the backrest frame is
firmly secured to the motor.
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[4]
•Hang the backrest with its four screws
in the four brackets (35) of the
backrest frame.
•Tighten the two upper star buttons
(36) by hand.
•Make sure that the backrest is firmly
secured.
•Turn the star knob (37) of the armrest
support anticlockwise and remove it.
•Insert the armrest (9) in the armrest
support.
•Insert the star knob (37) and turn it
clockwise until it is finger-tight.
•Make sure that the armrest is firmly
secured.
•Repeat this for the second armrest.
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•Hold the leg rest (5) sideways and hang
it in the footrest support (39). Make
sure that the leg rest hole (44) fits over
the lower support part and that the leg
rest pin (38) is inserted in the top
support.
•Swing the leg rest (5) inwards until it
clicks in position.
•Repeat for the second leg rest.
•Swing the footplate (6) downwards.
•Repeat for the second footplate.
[7]
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•Swing the calf rest support (40)
inwards.
•Turn the calf rest (8) to the back.
•Repeat this for the second calf rest.
•(If applicable) mount the headrest (1)
with the square tube in the headrest
support (41) on the backrest.
•Turn the star knob (42) finger tight.
Your wheelchair is now ready for use.
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2.4.5 Disassembly
Risk of injuries or damage
•Make sure that your fingers, clothes, buckles won’t get entrapped during disassembly.
•Always keep the swing range of the footrest in mind to prevent bystanders from being
injured or objects from being damaged.
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•Apply both parking brakes by operating
the brake lever (10), see §3.1.
•Close the calf rest (8) and turn the calf
rest support (40) outwards.
•Repeat this for the other calf rest.
•Fold both footplates (6) upwards.
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•Pull the leg rest lever (50) and swing
the leg rest (5) outwards.
•Lift the leg rest to remove it.
•Repeat this for the other leg rest.
•Turn the star knob (37) anticlockwise.
•Pull and hold the star knob while
pulling the armrest (9) out of the
armrest support.
•Retighten the star knob (37).
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[5]
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•(If applicable) demount the headrest
(1):
o Loosen the star knob (42) of the
headrest suppport and remove it.
o Pull the headrest up until it is free
from the support on the backrest.
•Loosen the two upper star buttons (36)
of the backrest by hand.
•Pull the backrest upwards until it is
released from the four brackets (35).
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•Demount the motor from the backrest
frame by opening the brace of the
fastener pin (33) and removing it.
•Fold the backrest frame (34) down
onto the seat.
•Place the fastener pin (33) back in the
frame.
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2.4.6 (Dis)Assembling rear wheels (only for 22”/24”):
For transport purposes, it might be necessary to (dis)assemble the rear wheels.
Removing the rear wheels:
1. Press and hold the button (43) while sliding the wheel
axle out of the axle bushy.
2. Repeat this for the other wheel and place the
wheelchair gently on the tipping caps.
Installing the rear wheels:
1. Take one of the rear wheels and lift the wheelchair on
one side.
2. Press and hold the button (43) while sliding the wheel axle in the axle bushy.
3. Release the button to lock the wheel.
4. Repeat this for the other wheel. Make sure that both wheels are firmly secured.
2.5 First use and storage
Risk of battery damage
•Never completely discharge the battery.
•Do not interrupt the charging cycle; only disconnect the battery charger when the
battery is fully charged.
•Make sure that your wheelchair is stored dry to prevent mould to grow and damage
the upholstery.
•Check the technical details for storage, see chapter 5.
Ensure that the battery has been fully charged before using your wheelchair, ask your
dealer if this has already been done or not. To charge, follow the charging instructions in
§3.7.
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3Using your wheelchair
Risk of injuries
•First read the previous chapters and inform yourself about the intended use. Do NOT
use your wheelchair unless you have read and fully understood all instructions.
•In case of doubts or questions, do not hesitate to contact your local specialist dealer,
your care provider or technical adviser to help you.
3.1 Parking brakes (only for 22”/24” wheels)
Risk of injuries
•Only operate the brake lever when your wheelchair is stopped.
•An attendant should operate the brake lever if you have impaired mobility.
•Make sure the wheelchair is on a flat horizontal surface before releasing the brakes.
•Never release both brakes simultaneously.
•Brakes may only be adjusted by your specialist dealer.
Risk of damage
•Do not use the parking brakes to slow the wheelchair down during movement.
Your wheelchair is equipped with two manually-operated parking brakes. These brakes are
intended to prevent movement of the wheelchair when parked.
Releasing brakes [A]:
1. With one hand, hold one hand rim tight (or your attendant
holds the push bar with one hand).
2. Pull the brake lever (10) of the OTHER wheel to the REAR.
3. Repeat this for the second wheel and parking brake.
Applying brakes [B]:
1. With one hand, hold one hand rim tight (or your attendant
holds the push bar with one hand).
2. Push the brake lever (10) of the OTHER wheel to the FRONT
until you feel a distinctive lock.
3. Repeat this for the second wheel and parking brake.
Operating parking brakes
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3.2 Drum brakes (only for 16” fixed wheels)
Risk of injuries
•Make sure that the wheelchair is on a flat horizontal surface before releasing the
brakes.
•Never release both brakes simultaneously.
•To park or stop on a slope, use the parking brakes after coming to a halt.
•Brakes may only be adjusted by your specialist dealer.
To operate the drum brakes:
1. Pull the brake levers (60) in a squeeze motion.
2. Each brake lever (60) can be blocked by pushing the
lock lever (61) down with your finger.
3. Release the brake levers (60).
To move/ride again:
1. Pull the brake levers (60) in a squeeze motion. The
lock lever (61) is release by this movement.
2. Hold the handgrips firmly, while releasing the brake
levers (60).
Operating drum brakes
3.3 Moving to/from wheelchair
Risk of injuries or damage
•In case you cannot perform the transfer in a safe manner, ask someone to assist you.
•Do not stand on the footplates during transfer into or out of the chair.
Transfer
1. Position the wheelchair as close as possible to you when sitting in your chair, couch,
seat or bed.
2. Apply both parking brakes to block the movement, see §3.1.
3. Use the handset to move the backrest and seat to sitting position, see §3.6.
4. Fold the footplates upwards to prevent standing on them, or turn the leg rests aside
to free the passage for transfer.
5. If necessary, remove the armrest and/or leg rest on one side (see §0).
6. Transfer to/from the wheelchair using the strength of your arms, or with the help of
an attendant or lifting equipment.
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Sitting in the wheelchair
1. Sit down on the seat with your lower back against the backrest.
2. Reinstall the armrest and/or leg rest, if removed.
3. Turn the leg rests back to the front, fold down the footplates and put your feet on the
footplates.
4. Make sure that your upper legs are horizontal and that your feet are in a comfortable
position; adjust the wheelchair according to the instructions in § 3.4.
3.4 Comfort adjustments
Risk of injuries or damage
•The following comfort adjustments can be made by an attendant or caretaker. All
other adjustments are done by your specialist dealer.
•Always keep the swing range of the footrest in mind to prevent bystanders from being
injured or objects from being damaged.
•Make sure that your fingers, clothes, buckles won’t get trapped during adjustment.
3.4.1 Armrest height
The arm pads (3) of the wheelchair can be adjusted in 6
different height positions:
1. Turn the star knob (45) anticlockwise to unlock.
2. Pull and hold the star knob to release the inner tube of the
armrest (9).
3. Slide the inner tube of the armrest (9) up/down in the
support (46) until the desired height. Make sure that the
holes on the inner/outer tube align.
4. Retighten the star knob (45) by turning it clockwise.
5. Repeat this for the second armrest. Make sure that the
armrests is firmly secured.
Adjusting armrest height
3.4.2 Push handles / push bar height
Risk of injuries
Always use the available adjustment holes on the push handle. Never exceed the maximum
height adjustment.
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The push handles (16) and push bar (23) are connected and
can be adjusted in 7 different height positions:
1. Loosen both star knobs (31) on the handle supports and
remove them.
2. Adjust the height of both push handles simultaneously by
sliding them up/down in the supports. Make sure that
the holes on the inner/outer tube align.
3. Insert the two star knobs (31) in the supports and the
adjustment holes.
4. Turn the star knobs clockwise until they are finger-tight.
5. Make sure that the push handles are firmly secured.
Adjusting push-handle height
3.4.3 Leg rest angle
1. Loosen the lever (62) at the rotation point.
2. Adjust the angle of the leg rest by lifting/lowering
the footplates (between 100° - 190°).
3. Retighten the lever (62) firmly by hand.
4. Repeat this for the second leg rest. Make sure that
both leg rests are firmly secured.
Adjusting footrest angle
3.4.4 Tip cap height
1. Press and hold the spring button (63).
2. Slide the tip cap tube (64) in/out of the frame tube.
3. Release the spring button.
4. Repeat this for the second tip cap. Make sure that
both tip caps are firmly secured.
Adjusting tip cap height
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3.5 Riding
Depending on your medical condition and type of wheelchair, you can ride the
wheelchair yourself or have it pushed by an attendant.
Risk of entrapment
•Prevent your fingers from being caught by the wheel spokes.
•Prevent getting your hands trapped on the hand rims when riding through small
passages.
•When driving with an attendant, keep your arms away from the wheels and keep your
feet on the footplates.
Risk of injuries and damage
•Do NOT drive on slopes, obstacles, steps or kerbs larger than the size described in the
technical specifications in chapter 5.
•Do not proceed with your wheelchair in traffic. Always stay on the pavement.
•Do not operate the hand rims with wet hands.
•Pay attention if the road has holes or gaps that may cause entrapment of the wheels.
•Avoid stones and other objects that may block the wheels.
•Always keep the swing range of the footrest in mind to prevent bystanders from being
injured or objects from being damaged.
•Before every usage, make sure that:
o all adjustments are firmly secured, see §3.4.
o the parking brakes are working properly.
o the tires are in good condition, see §4.
3.5.1 Riding with an attendant
1. Release the brakes or have them released by the attendant, while he/she is holding the
wheelchair to prevent movement, see §3.1 or §3.2.
2. The attendant grasps the handgrips or push bar to push the wheelchair in the desired
direction.
3. After stopping, apply the brakes while holding the wheelchair in place, see §3.1 or §3.2.
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3.5.2 Riding on your own
1. Release the parking brakes one by one, see §3.1.
2. Move your hands to the highest position on both hand rims.
3. Lean forward and push/turn the hand rims forward until your arms are straight.
4. Swing your arms loosely back to the topside of the hand rims and repeat the push
movement.
5. To stop: wait until the wheelchair stops and move forward/backward by operating the
hand rims. Apply the parking brakes one by one, see §3.1.
3.5.3 Riding on slopes
Risk of injuries
•If the attendant has too little strength to control the wheelchair,
stop riding and use the brakes immediately.
•When you stop on a (small) slope, use your brakes, since the
wheelchair may start moving unexpectedly.
1. Secure yourself in the wheelchair with a safety belt.
2. Ask an attendant or a bystander to help you.
3. Drive slowly and in a straight line. Lean slightly forward (A/B) when
going up the slope. Lean backwards, against the backrest, when
going down the slope.
4. Never reverse on a slope. Going up a slope
3.5.4 Using ramps
Risk of injuries caused by tipping over
•Only use ramps approved by Vermeiren and do not exceed their maximum load.
•Make sure that the wheelchair does not touch the ground or ramp due to the
inclination of the wheelchair.
•Only negotiate ramps with the help of one or two attendants.
1. Adjust the position of backrest, seat and footrest to decrease the volume taken by the
wheelchair and to increase the stability during inclination.
2. Remove the footrests, see §2.4.5.
3. Follow the instructions in §3.5.3.
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