Invacare LC23-1 Mobility Aid User Manual


 
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Refer to the GENERAL WARNINGS in the
SAFETY SUMMARY of this Instruction Sheet.
WARNING
Before any maintenance is attempted, un-
plug the Lift Chair from the electrical outlet.
Otherwise injury or damage may result.
NOTE: Before lubricating and cleaning your chair, be sure
to place a paper or cloth under the chair.
NOTE: The lift out chair uses a completely sealed gear-
box motor, and no lubrication is necessary. Depending on
chair usage, there may be a need to perform maintenance
on the lift mechanism pivot points. This needs to be done
approximately every three (3) years. The recommended
lubricant is a general purpose wheel bearing grease.
Lubrication Points (FIGURE 3)
Note: If the motor does not operate, contact Invacare
at the numbers on the back page.
1. Ensure that the plug is connected to an operating elec-
trical outlet, and ensure that the pendant cord is
plugged into the motor socket.
2. Raise the chair to the highest position to access the
clevis pins.
3. Unplug the chair.
4. Roll the chair forward onto the ottoman and the front
of the seat back.
5. Perform the following to one (1) clevis pin one at a
time (12 in all) as in FIGURE 3 - LUBRICATION
POINTS in this INSTRUCTION SHEET:
A. Remove hitch pin securing clevis pin to the frame.
B. Remove clevis pin.
C. Apply small amount of wheel bearing grease to
the clevis pin.
D. Reverse STEPS A-B. to install clevis pin.
6. Repeat STEP 5 on remaining clevis pins.
7. Repeat STEPS 1-4 to roll the lift out chair back
into the upright position.
NOTE: If you are unable to perform regular maintenance
to this chair or have any questions regarding this product,
contact Invacare at the numbers on the back page.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Fabric Cleaning
UPHOLSTERY
Clean only with water-based shampoo or foam upholstery
cleaner.
CAUTION
DO NOT over-wet or saturate the fabric with
liquid. DO NOT use solvents to spot or clean.
l Pile fabrics may require brushing to restore ap-
pearance.
Naugahyde®
For best results, remove staining immediately. The
longer the staining is allowed to set the more diffi-
cult the stain is to remove. Blot all excess staining
residues. Always use a clean soft damp cloth when
utilizing the following cleaning methods.
For Light Soiling:
l A solution of 10% household liquid dish soap with
warm water applied with a soft damp cloth will re-
move most soiling.
l If necessary, use a solution of liquid cleanser and water
applied with a soft bristle brush. Wipe away the resi-
due with a water-dampened cloth.
For More Difficult Stains:
l Dampen a soft white cloth with a solution of house-
hold bleach (sodium hypochlorite); 1 part bleach, 4
parts water.
l Rub gently
l Rinse with a water-dampened cloth to remove bleach
concentration.
l If necessary , allow a 1:4 diluted bleach solution to
puddle on the affected area of apply with a solution
soaked cloth for approximately 30 minutes. Rinse with
a water-dampened cloth to remove any remaining
bleach concentration.
CAUTION
Try this method on an inconspicuous spot
before using it on the original stain/soiling.
Naugahyde is a registered trade mark of Uniroyal