Vermeiren Inovys II+L70 User manual

VERMEIREN
Inovys II + L70
U S E R M A N U A L

Inovys II + L70
2021-01
Contents
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Contents
Contents .....................................................................................................................1
Preface........................................................................................................................2
1Your product..................................................................................................3
1.1 Accessories...................................................................................................3
2Before use .....................................................................................................4
2.1 Intended use .................................................................................................4
2.2 General safety instructions............................................................................4
2.3 Symbols on the wheelchair ...........................................................................4
2.4 Transport.......................................................................................................4
2.5 Storage .........................................................................................................5
3Using your wheelchair..................................................................................6
3.1 Transfer in and out of the wheelchair ............................................................6
3.2 Drum brakes .................................................................................................6
3.3 Comfort adjustments .....................................................................................7
4Installation and adjustments........................................................................8
4.1 Tools..............................................................................................................8
4.2 Scope of delivery...........................................................................................8
4.3 Assembly ......................................................................................................8
4.4 Adjustments ..................................................................................................8
5Maintenance ..................................................................................................9
5.1 Points of maintenance...................................................................................9
5.2 Maintenance instructions ..............................................................................9
5.3 Expected lifespan..........................................................................................9
5.4 Reuse............................................................................................................9
5.5 End of use.....................................................................................................9
6Technical specifications.............................................................................10

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Preface
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Preface
Congratulations! You are now owner of a Vermeiren wheelchair with granule seat system!
This wheelchair is made by qualified and committed personnel. It is designed and produced
according to high quality standards, guarded by Vermeiren.
Please read this manual 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.
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 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 of granule seat system For user and specialist dealer
User manual of Inovys II For user and specialist dealer
Installation instructions For specialist dealer
Service manual for wheelchairs For specialist dealer
EC declaration of conformity

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Your product
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1 Your product
The granule seat system L70 in combination with the Inovys II wheelchair provides the user with
the utmost comfort by adjusting to the body contours.
1.1 Accessories
The following accessories are available:
•Teddy cover
1. Headrest
2. Brakes
3. Backrest
4. Arm pads
5. Seat
6. Leg rest

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2.1 Intended use
•The granule seat system is designed to be used in combination with the Inovys II wheelchair
with T30 wheel system and frame alterations for the granule seat system.
•Indications and contraindications: The wheelchair with granule seat system is intended for
passive wheelchair users, such as elderly people or people with walking difficulties or no
walking abilities (e.g. paralysis, loss of limbs, limb defects or deformations, stiff or damaged
joints, heart insufficiencies and poor blood circulation, balance disturbances, cachexia
(decrease in muscle), …). The user has the wheelchair pushed by an attendant.
•This wheelchair is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
•This wheelchair is designed and produced solely to transport/transfer one (1) person with a
maximum weight of 135kg. It is not designed for transportation of goods or objects, nor for any
use other than previously described.
•Only use accessories and spare parts approved by Vermeiren.
•Please read all technical details and limits of your wheelchair in chapter 6.
•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.
2.2 General safety instructions
Risk of injuries and/or damage
Carefully 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:
•As the attendant, do not operate the wheelchair if you are under influence of alcohol, medicines
or other substances that may influence your riding abilities.
•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.
•Do not modify your wheelchair in any way.
Be aware that your wheelchair may interfere with some types of anti-theft systems, depending on
the settings used. This may cause the shop's alarm to go off.
2.3 Symbols on the wheelchair
Maximum weight of the user in kg
Indoor/outdoor use
Maximum safe slope in ° (degrees).
Type designation
2.4 Transport
Follow the instructions for the Inovys II wheelchair concerning transport.
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2.5 Storage
Make sure that your wheelchair is stored in a dry environment to prevent mould from
growing and the upholstery from being damaged, see also chapter 6.

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Risk of injuries
•First read 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 with this.
3.1 Transfer in and out of the wheelchair
Risk of injuries
•In case you cannot perform the transfer in a safe manner, ask someone to assist you.
•Do not stand on the footplates.
1. Position the wheelchair as close as possible to the chair, couch or bed to/from you wish to
transfer.
2. Make sure that both brakes of the wheelchair are activated.
3. Fold the footplates upwards to prevent standing on them.
4. Transfer to/from the wheelchair with the help of an attendant or lifting equipment.
3.1.1 Correct position in the wheelchair
Some recommendations for a comfortable use of the wheelchair:
•Position your backside as close as possible to the backrest.
•Make sure your upper legs are horizontal.
3.2 Drum brakes
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 (1) in a squeeze motion.
2. Each brake lever (1) can be blocked by pushing the lock
lever (2) down with your finger.
3. Release the brake levers (1).
To move/ride again:
1. Pull the brake levers (1) in a squeeze motion. The lock lever
(2) is released by this movement.
2. Hold the handgrips firmly, while releasing the brake levers
(1).
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3.3 Comfort adjustments
3.3.1 Backrest and seat inclination
The seat inclination and backrest inclination can be adjusted
simultaneously or separately by an attendant. Make sure that the
patient sits in the chair when the attendant adjusts the backrest
inclination and that the wheelchair does not tip over.
Seat inclination:
1. Squeeze the lever (3) on the left handle (see label)
towards the handle to adjust the seat inclination.
2. Pull/Push the seat in the desired position (0° to + 21°), the gas pressure spring shall
be pressed in/out.
3. Loosen the lever (3) to block the gas pressure spring.
Backrest inclination:
1. Squeeze the lever (3) on the right handle (see label) towards the handle to adjust
the angle of the backrest.
2. Pull/Push the backrest in the desired position (0° to + 54°), the gas pressure spring
shall be pressed in/out.
3. Loosen the lever (3) to block the gas pressure spring.
3.3.2 Leg rest inclination
The leg rest is adjustable in 6 positions.
1. Slightly loosen the star knob (4) on both sides of the leg rest.
2. Lift/Lower the leg rest until the desired angle is reached.
3. Tighten the star knobs (4) again firmly.
3.3.3 Footplate angle
The footplate is adjustable in 3 positions.
1. Slightly loosen the star knob (5) on both sides of the footplate.
2. Turn the footplate up/down until the desired angle is reached.
3. Tighten the star knobs (5) again firmly.
3.3.4 Headrest
The headrest is fully adjustable in height and angle. To alter
the position of the headrest: loosen any lever/star knob as
specified below, adjust the headrest to the desired position,
and retighten firmly.
[6] To adjust the headrest sideways.
[7] To rotate the headrest (360°).
[8] To adjust the headrest forward/backward.
[9] To adjust the height of the headrest.
To remove the headrest, loosen lever (9) and lift the
headrest out of the support.
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Important remarks
•Be aware of the technical details and limits of intended use.
•For more information, contact Vermeiren.
4.1 Tools
To (dis)assemble and adjust the wheelchair, the following tools are needed:
•Allen keyset n° 4
4.2 Scope of delivery
The following items are part of the delivery:
•Framework with seat, backrest, wheels, armrests, leg rest, and L70 granule seat system
•Headrest
•User manual
Before use, check if everything is included and that no products are damaged.
Please note that the basic configuration may differ in different European countries. Contact your
specialist dealer.
4.3 Assembly
The wheelchair is delivered fully assembled.
4.4 Adjustments
4.4.1 Leg rest length
The length of the leg rest can be adjusted in 4 positions.
1. Take off the L70 granule cushions (1) from the leg rest
frame.
2. Remove the lower foam protection (2) from the leg rest
tubes.
3. Loosen and remove the screw-nut connection (3) on
both sides of the leg rest.
4. Move the inner tubes with foot plate up/down in the outer
frame tubes until the desired length is reached.
5. Replace the screws (3) and tighten firmly by hand.
6. Replace the foam protection (2).
7. Reattach the granule cushions (1) to the leg rest frame.
Risk of injuries or damage
The wheelchair needs to be (dis)assembled and adjusted by a specialist dealer according to
the instructions in this chapter.
Only use parts and tools described in this manual.
While (dis)assembling and operating the wheelchair, make sure no objects or body parts get
caught between moving parts.
Make sure all screws are firmly secured before driving.
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5 Maintenance
Observe the maintenance instructions in the manual of Inovys II.
5.1 Points of maintenance
Risk of injuries and damage
Repairs and replacements may only be undertaken by trained persons and only genuine
replacement parts of Vermeiren should be used.
The service frequency depends on the frequency and intensity of use. Contact your dealer
to agree to a common timetable for inspection/maintenance/repair.
For the maintenance manual, refer to the Vermeiren website: www.vermeiren.com.
Before each use
Inspect the following points:
•All parts: Present and undamaged or unworn.
•All parts: Clean.
•Seat, calf rests, arm pads, footplates: Well secured.
•All zippers: closed.
•Condition of frame parts: No deformation, instability, weakness or loose connections
•Seat, backrest, arm pads, footrest and head rest: No excessive wear (like dented spots,
damage or tears).
•Brakes: Undamaged and functioning.
Contact your specialist dealer for possible repairs or part replacements.
Yearly or more often
Have your wheelchair inspected and serviced by your specialist dealer, at least once a year, or
more often. The minimum maintenance frequency depends on use and should therefore be
commonly agreed upon with your specialist dealer.
5.2 Maintenance instructions
5.2.1 Cleaning
The granule seat cushions can be cleaned with a damp cloth (not drenched), and mild household
soap if necessary. The teddy covers can be machine washed at 60° C. Do not use abrasive
cleaning agents.
5.3 Expected lifespan
The average lifespan of your wheelchair is 5 years. Depending on the frequency of use, driving
circumstances and maintenance, the lifespan of your wheelchair will increase or decrease.
5.4 Reuse
Before each reuse, have the granule seat system disinfected, inspected and serviced according
to the instructions in the Inovys II manual.
5.5 End of use
At end of life, you need to dispose your wheelchair according to the local environmental
legislation. The best way to do so, is to disassemble the wheelchair to facilitate the transport of
recyclable parts.
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6 Technical specifications
Technical terms below are valid for the wheelchair in standard settings. If other footrests / armrests
or other accessories are used, the tabulated values will change.
Make
Vermeiren
Type
Manual wheelchair
Model
Inovys II with granule seat system L70
Maximum occupant mass
135 kg
Description
Min. dimensions
Max. dimensions
Overall length with footrest
1280 mm
Effective seat width
500 mm
Overall width
730 mm
Overall height (without headrest)
990 mm
1060 mm
Total mass
38 kg
Mass of heaviest part
33 kg
Masses of parts that can be dismantled or
removed
Armrests: 3,2 kg; Headrest: 1,85 kg
Static stability downhill
10° (in standard configuration)
Static stability uphill
15° (in standard configuration)
Static stability sideways
12° (in standard configuration)
Obstacle climbing
60 mm
Seat plane angle
0°
21°
Effective seat depth
520 mm
Seat surface height at front edge
460 mm
530 mm
Backrest angle
0°
54°
Backrest height
550 mm
Distance between footrest and seat
360 - 385 - 410 - 435 mm
Angle between seat and footrest
17° - 85°
Angle between leg footrest and footplate
73° - 107°
Distance between arm pad and seat
220 mm
320 mm
Front location of arm pad structure
460 mm
490 mm
Horizontal location of axle (deflection)
-8 mm
41 mm
Minimum turning radius
1500 mm
Diameter PU Rear wheels
16”
Diameter PU steering wheels
200 mm
Storage and use temperature
+ 5 °C
+ 41 °C
Storage and use humidity
30%
70%
We reserve the right to introduce technical changes. Measurement tolerance ± 15 mm / 1,5 kg / 1,5°

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Vermeiren GROUP
Vermeirenplein 1 / 15
2920 Kalmthout
BE
website: www.vermeiren.com
Instructions for specialist dealer
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User manual - Inovys II + L70_EN_W202163_A5_2021-01_A
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Version: A, 2021-01