Invacare Comet Service Manual: Edition: 28.03.12

Invacare ® Comet
SERVICE MANUAL
Edition: 28.03.12
SERVICE MANUAL Invacare ® - Comet
These instructions contain information about:

Testing work
Repair Instructions
This manual is part of the instructions for use.
Service addresses
Invacare Austria GmbH (: +43 6232 5 53 50

Herzog Odilostrasse 101 Fax: +43 6232 5 53 54
A-5310 Mondsee @: [email protected]
Austria WWW: www.invacare.at
Invacare n.v. (: +32 (0)50 83 10 10

Autobaan 22 Fax: +32 (0)50 83 10 11
B-8210 Loppem (Brugge) @: [email protected]
Belgium WWW: www.invacare.be
Invacare AG (: +41 (0)61487 70 80

Benkenstraße 260 Fax: +41 (0)61487 70 81
CH-4108 Witterswil @: [email protected]
Switzerland WWW: www.invacare.ch
Invacare Aquatec GmbH ( +49 (0)7562 70 00

Alemannenstraße 10 Fax +49 (0)7562 7 00 66
88316 Isny @: [email protected]
Deutschland WWW: www.invacare-aquatec.de
Invacare A/S ( (Kundeservice): +45 (0)36 90 00 00

Sdr. Ringvej 37 Fax (Kundeservice): +45 (0)36 90 00 01
DK-2605 Brøndby @: [email protected]
Danmark WWW: www.invacare.dk
Invacare® SA (: +34 (0)972 49 32 00

c/ Areny s/n Fax: +34 (0)972 49 32 20
Polígon Industrial de Celrà @: [email protected]
E-17460 Celrà (Girona) WWW: www.invacare.es
ESPAÑA
Invacare® Poirier SAS (: +33 (0)247 62 64 66

Route de St Roch Fax: +33 (0)247 42 12 24
F-37230 Fondettes @: [email protected]
France WWW: www.invacare.fr
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Invacare ® - Comet SERVICE MANUAL
Invacare® Ltd ( (Customer services): +44 (0)1656 77 62 22

Pencoed Technology Park Fax (Customer services): +44 (0)1656 77 62 20
Pencoed @: [email protected]
Bridgend CF35 5HZ WWW: www.invacare.co.uk
United Kingdom
Invacare Mecc San s.r.l. (: +39 0445 38 00 59

Via dei Pini, 62 Fax: +39 0445 38 00 34
I - 36016 Thiene (VI) @: [email protected]
Italia WWW: www.invacare.it
Invacare Ireland Ltd. (: +353 18 10 70 84

Unit 5 Seatown Business Campus Fax: +353 18 10 70 85
Seatown Rd, Swords @: [email protected]
County Dublin WWW: www.invacare.ie
Ireland
Invacare® AS ( (Kundeservice): +47 (0)22 57 95 00

Grensesvingen 9 Fax (Kundeservice): +47 (0)22 57 95 01
Postboks 6230 @: [email protected]
Etterstad @: [email protected]
N-0603 Oslo WWW: www.invacare.no
Norge
Invacare® B.V. (: +31 (0)318 69 57 57

Celsiusstraat 46 Fax: +31 (0)318 69 57 58
NL-6716 BZ Ede @: [email protected]
Nederland @: [email protected]
WWW: www.invacare.nl
Invacare Lda (: +351 225 10 59 46

Rua Estrada Velha, 949 (: +351 225 10 59 47
P-4465-784 Leça do Balio Fax: +351 225 10 57 39
Portugal @: [email protected]
WWW: www.invacare.pt
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Återförsäljare: ( (Kundtjänst): +46 (0)8 761 70 90

Invacare® AB Fax (Kundtjänst): +46 (0)8 761 81 08
Fagerstagatan 9 @: [email protected]
S-163 91 Spånga @: [email protected]
Sverige WWW: www.invacare.se
Tillverkare: MÖLNDAL
Invacare® Deutschland GmbH (┐ +46 (0)31 86 36 00
Kleiststraße 49 Fax: +46 (0)31 86 36 06
D-32457 Porta Westfalica @: [email protected]
Deutschland
LANDSKRONA
(: +46 (0)418 2 85 40
Fax: +46 (0)418 1 80 89
@: [email protected]
OSKARSHAMN
(: +46 (0)491 1 01 40
Fax: +46 (0)491 1 01 80
Eastern European Distributor ( +49 (0)5731 75 45 40

european Organisation (EDO)
countries Fax +49 (0)5731 75 45 41
Kleiststraße 49
D-32457 Porta Westfalica
WWW: www.invacare.de
Deutschland
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Table of Contents
Chapter Page
1 INTRODUCTION 7
1.1 General information 7
1.2 Notes on transport 7
1.3 Definition and representation of information and safety information in this manual 8
1.4 Hazard symbols and symbols used 9
1.5 Images in this manual 10
2 SAFETY AND FITTING INSTRUCTIONS 11
2.1 Before any inspection or repair work 11
2.2 Personal safety equipment 11
2.3 General safety information and information about fitting / removal 11
3 TIGHTENING TORQUES 13
4 OVERVIEW ELECTRONIC MODULES 14
5 SERVICE PLAN (1X ANNUALLY) 15
6 OPERATIONAL FAULTS 17
6.1 Operational faults 17

6.1.1 Drive fault diagnosis 17
6.2 Error Codes and Diagnostic Codes 18
7 REPAIR WORK 20
7.1 General warning information on installation work 20
7.2 Replacing the drive motor 20
7.3 Replacing wheel suspension 24
7.4 Replacing shock absorber 26
7.5 Replacing front axle 28
7.6 Replacing steering column/fork 3-wheel 30
7.7 Replacing brakes 34
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7.8 Replacing brake cable 37
7.9 Replacing lifter/lifter electronic 38
7.10 Replacing steering linkage/steering rod 40
7.11 Replacing the seat suspension / spring 42
7.12 Replacing operating console 44
7.13 Replacing bend speed reducer 46
7.14 Replacing the potentiometer 48
7.15 Replacing front headlight (lamp) 51
7.16 Replacing the front direction indicators 53
7.17 Replacing centre brake light 54
7.18 Replacing rear lights/direction indicators 56
7.19 Replacing the electronic module 58
7.20 Updating software 62
8 ACCESSORIES 63
8.1 Installing the windshield 63
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1 Introduction
1.1 General information
· Service and maintenance work must be carried out taking this service manual into account.
· It is imperative that you observe safety information.
· Information about operation or about general maintenance and care work on the mobility aid
should be taken from the operating manual.
· You can find information about ordering spare parts in the spare parts catalogue.
· Only use original Invacare® spare parts. The guarantee will become invalid if other spare
parts are used!
· We reserve the right to make any alterations on the grounds of technical improvements.
· The mobility aid may only be maintained and overhauled by qualified personnel.
· The minimum requirement for service technicians is suitable training, such as in the cycle or
orthopaedic mechanics fields, or sufficiently long-term job experience.
- Experience in the use of electrical measuring equipment (multimeters) is also a requirement.
- Special Invacare® training is recommended.
· Alterations to the mobility aid which occur as a result of incorrectly or improperly executed
maintenance or overhaul work lead to the exclusion of all liability on the side of INVACARE.
· If you have any problems or questions please contact Invacare® Service.
1.2 Notes on transport

· If the mobility aid has to be shipped back to the manufacturer for major repairs, you should
always use the original packaging for transport.
· Please attach a precise description of the fault.
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1.3 Definition and representation of information and safety

information in this manual
Different types of information and signal words are used throughout this manual.
HAZARD!
The signal word "HAZARD!" refers to immediate hazards.
· The following lines in italics refer to actions which serve to avoid such hazards.
WARNING!
The signal word "WARNING!" refers to possibly-occurring hazards which can lead to
death or serious injuries if they are not avoided.
ATTENTION!
The signal word "ATTENTION!" refers to possibly-occurring hazards which can lead to
minor injuries and/or material damage if they are not avoided.
CAUTION!
The signal word "CAUTION!" refers to hazards which could lead to material damage if
they are not avoided.
Note
The signal word "Note" is used to denote general information which simplifies the handling of
your product and refers to special functions.
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1.4 Hazard symbols and symbols used

Different types of hazard symbols and symbols are used throughout this manual.
General hazards
This symbol warns you of general hazards!
· Always follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product!
BURN HAZARD!
This symbol warns you of the danger of chemical burns, for example due to the discharge
of battery acids!
DANGER OF CRUSHING!
This symbol warns you of crushing hazards due to inattentive working with heavy
components.
EXPLOSION HAZARD!
This symbol warns you of an explosion hazard, which can be caused by excessive tyre
pressure in a pneumatic tyre.
Wear safety shoes

The symbol refers to the requirement for wearing safety shoes.
· Wear standardised safety shoes during all work.
Wear eye protection

This symbol refers to the requirement for wearing eye protection, for example when
working with batteries.
· Wear eye protection when this symbol is shown.
Wear safety gloves

This symbol refers to the requirement for wearing safety gloves, for example when
working with batteries.
· Wear safety gloves when this symbol is shown.
Note
This symbol identifies general information which is intended to simplify working with your product
and which refers to special functions.
Requirements:
· This symbol identifies a list of various tools, components and items which you will need in
order to carry out certain work. Please do not attempt to carry out the work if you do not
have the listed tools available.
Always dispose used or damaged batteries correctly

The symbol refers to information for the correct disposal of used or damaged batteries.
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1.5 Images in this manual

The detailed images in this manual are given digits to identify various components. Component
numbers in text and operational instructions always relate to the image directly above.
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2 Safety and fitting instructions

These safety instructions are intended to prevent accidents at work, and it is imperative that they
are observed.
2.1 Before any inspection or repair work

· Read and observe this repair manual and the associated operating manual!
· Observe the minimum requirements for carrying out the work (see chapter entitled „General
information)!
2.2 Personal safety equipment
Safety shoes
The mobility device, and some of its components, are very heavy. These parts can result
in injuries to the feet if they are allowed to drop.
· Wear standardised safety shoes during all work.
Eye protection
It is possible that battery acid can be discharged when working on defective batteries or
when handling batteries improperly.
· Always wear eye protection when working on any defective or possibly defective batteries.
Safety gloves
It is possible that battery acid can be discharged when working on defective batteries or
when handling batteries improperly.
· Always wear acid-proof safety gloves when working on any defective or possibly defective
batteries.
2.3 General safety information and information about fitting / removal
WARNING: Danger of crushing!

Various components such as the drive unit, batteries, seat etc are very heavy. This results
in injury hazards to your hands!
· Please note the high weight of some components! This applies especially to the removal of
drive units, batteries and the seat.
WARNING!
Injury hazard if the vehicle starts moving unintentionally during repair work!
· Switch the power supply off (ON/OFF key)!
· Engage the drive!
· Before raising the vehicle, secure the wheels by blocking them with wedges!
ATTENTION!
Fire and burn hazard due to electrical short-circuit!
· The mobility device must be completely switched off before removal of voltage-carrying
components! To do this, remove the batteries.
· Avoid short-circuiting the contacts when carrying out measurements on voltage-carrying
components!
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CAUTION!
Danger of burns from hot surfaces on the motor!
· Allow the motors to cool down before commencing work on them.
ATTENTION!
Injury hazard and danger of damage to vehicle due to improper or incomplete
maintenance work!
· Use only undamaged tools in good condition.
· Some moving parts are mounted in sockets with PTFE coating (Teflon™). Never grease
these sockets!
· Never use "normal" nuts instead of self-locking nuts.
· Always use correctly-dimensioned washers and spacers
· When reassembling, always replace any cable ties which were cut during dismantling.
· After completing your work / before renewed start-up of the mobility device, check all
connections for tight fitting.
· After completing your work / before renewed start-up of the mobility device, check all parts for
correct locking.
· Only operate the vehicle with the approved tyre pressures (see technical data).
· Check all electrical components for correct function. Please note that incorrect polarity can
result in damage to the electronic.
· Always carry out a trial run at the end of your work.
Note
Mark all current settings for the mobility aid (seat, armrests, backrest etc.), and the associated
cable connecting plugs, before dismantling. This makes reassembly easier.
All plugs are fitted with mechanical safety devices which prevent release of the connecting plugs
during operation. To release the connecting plugs the safety devices must be pressed in. When
reassembling ensure that these safety devices are correctly engaged.
WARNING!
Any changes to the drive program can affect the driving characteristics and the tipping
stability of the vehicle!
· Changes to the drive program may only be carried out by trained Invacare® specialist
dealers!
· Invacare® supplies all mobility aids with a standard drive program ex-works. Invacare® can
only give a warranty for safe vehicle driving behaviour - especially tipping stability - for this
standard drive program!
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3 Tightening torques
The tightening torques stated in the following list are based on the thread diameter for the nuts and
bolts for which no specific values have been determined. All values assume dry and de-greased
threads.
Thread M4 M5 M6 M8 M10 M12 M14 M16

Tightening torque 3 Nm 6 Nm 10 Nm 25 Nm 49 Nm 80 Nm 120 Nm 180 Nm
in Nm ±10%
CAUTION!
Damage can be caused to the mobility device due to improperly tightened screws, nuts or
plastic connections.
· Always tighten screws, nuts etc to the stated tightening torque.
· Only tighten screws or nuts which are not listed here fingertight.
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4 Overview electronic modules

Different electronic modules can be installed in the scooter. These are listed below:
Electronic modules Designation Notes
Rhino1 max. current:
DS112KB02 110 A
DS162KD01 160 A
DS120 120 A
DS160 160 A
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5 Service plan (1x annually)

Component Check Remedy Notes ü
· Welded seams, · Tighten screws,
Seat:
fixings and replace parts if
upholstery damaged
· Seat suspension · Grease the spring See "Replacing
generously, the seat
replace parts if suspension /
damaged spring" on page
42
· Check fixings, · Tighten screws,
Frames
welded seams and replace parts if
(chassis) /
battery mounting damaged
battery
· Check battery fixing
mounting
straps
· Check drive wheels · Tighten hub nuts,
Wheel
for tight fit replace if
suspension and
necessary
wheels
· Check steering · Adjust / replace
wheels for tight fit,
float and side play
· Pneumatic tyre · Repair or replace See operating
if damaged manual
· Check tracking and · Tighten screws
steering linkage. · Check tracking
and steering
· Test brake function · Adjust or replace
Brake
in pushing mode brake
· Check shock · Adjust or replace
Shock absorber
absorber shock absorber
· Check functions in · Replace motor if
Drive units,
drive and push necessary
coupling
modes · Tighten screws /
mechanism
· Check clutch nuts, adjust or
mechanism replace
· Check function · Replace lightbulbs
Lighting
· Check cable/plug or cable
connections
· Check batteries for · Replace batteries See operating
Batteries
damage manual
· Check battery · charge batteries See operating
voltage manual
· Check contacts and · Clean contacts
terminals and terminals
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Component Check Remedy Notes ü

· Status display · Evaluate blinking
Drive electronic
flashing code
· Fixing · Tighten or replace
· Cable, connecting fixing.
plug · Replace cable,
· Drive lever function connecting plug.
· Power supply · Replace drive
lever
· Replace cable,
connecting plug or
console
· Check drive · Update software
Drive program
electronic program
version Newer
version available?
· Check cable and · Adjust or replace
Speed
connecting plug sensor on relay.
reduction in
· Check function
bends
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6 Operational Faults
6.1 Operational faults
Please proceed as follows if you have any problems:
· First assess the possible cause of the problem using the following table.
· Check the drive console status display. Evaluate the blink error code.
· Carry out the necessary checks and repairs as recommended in the following table.
6.1.1 Drive fault diagnosis
PROBLEM OTHER POSSIBLE SOLUTION Documentation

SYMPTOMS CAUSE
Scooter will Status display batteries · Replace See operating manual
not start on operating defective batteries
console does
not illuminate
completely · Pre-charge
discharge battery batteries
Power supply to · Check master See operating

operating console fuse instructions for main fuse
possibly position
interrupted
· Check cable See "Replacing the
between electronic module" on
modules for page 58
loose
connections or
damage
Operating · Replace See "Replacing
console defective operating operating console" on
console page 44
Operating unit Various causes · Assess error See "Error Codes and
status display code Diagnostic Codes" on
blinking page 18
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Scooter None Drive motor · Replace See "Replacing the

judders in defective motor(s) drive motor" on page 20
drive mode
Drive lever · Replacing the See "Replacing the
potentiometer potentiometer potentiometer" on page
defective 48
Batteries None batteries · Replace See operating manual
not being defective batteries
charged
LEDs blinking Charging unit · Replace See charging unit
on charging unit defective charging unit operating manual
Scooter None Operating · Replace See "Replacing
runs too console defective operating operating console" on
slowly console page 44
batteries · Replace See operating manual
defective batteries
Scooter None Speed reducer for · Adjust speed
does not bend travel not reducer
reduce adjusted.
speed on
bends.
Speed reducer · Replace speed See "Replacing bend
defective reducer speed reducer" on page
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6.2 Error Codes and Diagnostic Codes
Blink Fault Consequence Comments

code for the Scooter
1 Battery must be Continues to · The batteries are discharged. Charge the
charged drive battery as soon as possible.
2 Battery voltage too Stops driving · The batteries are depleted. Charge
low batteries.
· If you switch the Scooter off for a few
minutes, the battery can often recuperate
to such a stage that a short journey is
still possible.
3 Battery voltage too Stops driving · The battery voltage is too high. If the
high battery charger is connected, disconnect
it from the Scooter.
· The electronic system charges the
batteries when running downhill and
when braking. This fault is caused when
the battery voltage becomes too high
during this process. Switch the Scooter
off and on again.
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Blink Fault Consequence Comments

code for the Scooter
4 Power time Stops driving · The maximum current was exceeded
over too long a period, probably because
exceeded
the motor was overloaded or has been
working against an immovable
resistance. Switch the scooter off, wait a
few minutes and then switch on again.
· The electronic system has determined a
motor short-circuit. Check the wiring
harness for short-circuit and check the
motor.
· Contact your Invacare® dealer.
5 Brake failure Stops driving · Ensure that the disconnection lever is
pressed in.
· There is a defect in the braking coil or in
the cabling. Check the magnetic brake
and cabling for open or short-circuited
circuitry. Contact your Invacare® dealer.
6 No neutral position Stops driving · Drive lever is not in neutral when the
when switching keyswitch was turned. Put the drive lever
Scooter on. in neutral, turn the power off and then
turn on again.
· It may be necessary to recalibrate the
drive lever. Contact your Invacare®
dealer.
7 Fault in speed Stops driving · The drive lever electronic could be faulty
potentiometer or incorrectly connected. Check the
cabling for open or short-circuited
circuitry.
· Potentiometer is not correctly adjusted.
Put the potentiometer into the centre
position.
8 Motor voltage error Stops driving · The motor or its cabling is defective
Check the cabling for open or short-
circuited circuitry.
9 Miscellaneous Stops driving · Contact your Invacare® dealer.
internal fault
10 Push/freewheel Stops driving · The Scooter has exceeded the
mode error permissible maximum speed during
pushing or freewheeling. Switch the
electronic system off and on again.
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7 Repair Work
7.1 General warning information on installation work
CAUTION!
Risk of damage to the vehicle! Collisions can be caused if shim rings are removed from
the drive wheels during installation work!
Shim rings are frequently placed between the drive shaft and the wheel hub to compensate
tolerances. Collisions can be caused if these shim rings are removed and not re-installed!
· Install all shim rings in exactly the same positions they were in before dismantling.
7.2 Replacing the drive motor
ATTENTION! Risk of accident.

When parking the scooter on the scooters support wheels it is no longer slowed by the
engine brake. The scooter can roll away out of control.
· Place the scooter rear frame on a supporting wooden block before you remove the wheels.

Accidental rolling can lead to accidents.
· Secure the scooter against rolling away.
NOTE:
When disassembling, note the position of small parts such as screws and washers. Put small
parts down so that they can be reassembled in the right sequence.
NOTE:
The plugs on the electronic module cannot be wrongly connected because all plugs have a
different size and only fit in one socket.
Requirements:
· Open spanner, 10 mm.
· oblique pliers
· Rubber hammer
· Phillips screwdriver
· Supporting wooden block
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· Place supporting wooden block under the
frames at battery holder height.
· Remove the seat.
· Remove motor cover.
· Disconnect both battery plugs (1).
From the operating manual:

· Unscrew the rear wheel fixing bolts.
· Remove rear wheels.
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· Disconnect plugs from electronic module.
Rhino1:
DS112KB02
DS162KD01
Rhino 2:
DS120:
DS160
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· Remove the bolt (2) on the wheel cover.

· Remove wheel cover (1).
· Place a supporting block of wood under the

motor link fork.
· Remove screws (1) on shock absorber (2).
· Remove screws (3) from the drive holder
(4).
· Remove drive holder (4).
· Remove screws (1) on disengaging lever

(2).
· Remove disengaging lever (2).
· Lifted drive out of its holder and take it out of

the frames to the side.
· Replace drive unit.
· Reassembly of the drive takes place in
reverse order
· Check all functions (trial run).
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7.3 Replacing wheel suspension

NOTE:
Requirements:
· Remove the seat.

· Disconnect battery cable (1).
· Dismantle chassis and steering column (see

chapter entitled "Replacing steering
column/fork 3-wheel" on page 30).
· Dismantle steering linkage and steering rod
(see chapter entitled "Replacing steering
linkage/steering rod" on page 40 “).
· Loosen wheel suspension screw (1).

· Loosen knurled screw (2).
· Replace wheel suspension
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· Reassembly takes place in the reverse

order.
· Apply brake and hold, tighten wheel bolts at
same time.
· Adjust tracking (see chapter entitled
"Replacing steering linkage/steering rod"
on page 40 “).
· Check function (trial run).
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7.4 Replacing shock absorber


NOTE:
NOTE:
The drive motor needs to be removed before you can replace the left-hand shock absorber. If the
right-hand shock absorber is to be replaced, you do not need to remove the drive motor.
Requirements:
· 2 Allen keys 5m
· Remove wheel (see operating manual)

· Dismantle wheel cover (see chapter entitled
"Replacing the drive motor" on page 20).
Replacing rear shock absorber:

· Remove top screw (1) on shock absorber
(2).
· Remove both screws (4) from motor bracket
(5).
· Remove shock absorber (2) with motor
bracket (5).
· Remove bottom screw (6) on shock
absorber (2).
· Replace shock absorber (2).
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Replacing front shock absorber:

· Remove top screw (1) on shock absorber
(2).
· Remove bottom screw (4) on shock
absorber (2).
· Replace shock absorber (2).
· Reassembly of the shock absorber takes

place in reverse order.
· Use setting screw (3) to set the spring
hardness.
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7.5 Replacing front axle

NOTE:
NOTE:
The front axle can only be replaced on the 3-wheel version. The 4-wheel version does not have a
replaceable axle.
Requirements:
· Place a supporting wooden block under the

front part of the frame so that the front wheel
is no longer touching the floor.
· Loosen axle bolts (1) simultaneously on both
sides.
· Slacken brake cable (see chapter entitled

"Replacing brake cable" on page 37).
· Disconnect the brake cable at the wheel (1).
· Remove screws (3) on spacer (2).
sides.
· Pull front axle slowly out.
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· Reassembly of the axle takes place in

reverse order
· Operate brake and hold, tighten axle bolts at
same time.
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7.6 Replacing steering column/fork 3-wheel

NOTE:
Requirements:
· Remove the seat.

· Separate battery cable.

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Replacing steering column:

· Remove drive lever screws (3).
· Remove drive lever (2).
· Unscrew the bolts (1) on the drive console.
· Remove drive console.
· Remove screws (1) on rear steering column

cladding.
· Remove steering column cladding.
· Loosen screws on front basket holder.

· Remove basket holder.
· Remove spacer bushes.
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· Disconnect cable (1, 2) from wiring harness.

· Remove screws (3) on front steering column
cladding.
· Remove the front steering column cladding.
· Loosen the brake cable. (see chapter

entitled "Replacing brakes" on page 34).
· Unscrew screw at clamp (1).
· Unscrew fixing bolt for steering column and
remove.
· Pull steering column out upwards.
Replacing fork 3-wheel:

· Remove rubber mat in foot well.
· Loosen screws in chassis below mat.
· Remove chassis upwards.
· Dismantle front wheel (see chapter entitled

"Replacing front axle" on page 28).
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· Pull off clamp (1).

· Loosen fork bolt (2).
· Loosen knurled screw (3).
· Replace fork.

order.
· Operate brake and hold, tighten axle bolts at
same time.
· Check functions (trial run).
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7.7 Replacing brakes

NOTE:
NOTE:
The front axle can only be replaced on the 3-wheel version. The 4-wheel version does not have a
replaceable axle.
Requirements:
· Philips screwdriver
· Allen key 5 mm
· Remove the seat.


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3-wheel version:
· Slacken brake cable (see chapter entitled
"Replacing brake cable" on page 37).
· Remove screws (3) on spacer (2).
sides.
· Pull front axle slowly out.
4-wheel version:
· Slacken both brake cables.
· Disconnect brake cable at affected wheel.
· Loosen wheel bolt.
· Pull wheel and brake off shaft.
· Pull brake out of brake drum.

· Replace brake lining or complete brake.
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· Reassemble wheel and brake.

· Push wheel and brake onto shaft, or push
axle through.
· Apply brake so that brake shoes can align.
· Reassembly of the brake takes place in

reverse order
· Adjust braking force on wheel using brake
lever setting screw.
· Check braking function while pushing.
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7.8 Replacing brake cable

NOTE:
Requirements:
· Decrease the brake tension on the wheel

using the setting screw (1).
· Disconnect brake cable at steering wheel
brake lever.
· Route the brake cable through the cladding.
· Loosen brake lever screw (3) at wheel.
· Replace brake cable.
· Reassembly of the brake cable takes place

in reverse order.
· Check braking function while pushing.
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7.9 Replacing lifter/lifter electronic

NOTE:
Requirements:

· Remove the seat.
Replacing lifter:
· Remove batteries.
· Disconnect lifter cable at wiring harness
connecting plug in motor enclosure.
· Remove screws (1) on lifter (2).
· Replace lifter.
Replacing lifter electronic:

· Remove both screws (1) from the lifter
electronic (2).
· Replace lifter electronic (2).
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Replacing fuses in lifter electronic:

· Unscrew lifter electronic cover.
· Replace fuse (1).

order.
· Check function
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7.10 Replacing steering linkage/steering rod

NOTE:
Requirements:
· Circlip pliers
· Remove the seat.

· Dismantle the steering column and the

chassis (see chapter entitled "Replacing
steering column/fork 3-wheel" on page
30).
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Replacing steering link:

· Remove circlip (1) on steering link (2).
· Replace steering link.
· Adjust length of steering link using setting
screws (3).
Replacing steering rod:

· Remove circlip (4) on steering rod (5).
· Replace steering rod.
· Adjust tracking by 1° inwards using setting
screw (6). (See sketch).
· Reassembly of the steering linkage and/or

steering rod takes place in reverse order.
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7.11 Replacing the seat suspension / spring

Note:
Note
The following seat support tubes are available for the seat suspension:
User weight Length of the seat support Part number

tube
0 – 136 kg 508,5 mm SP1528986

533,5 mm SP1528987
558,5 mm SP1528988
136 – 160 kg 508,5 mm SP1522459
533,5 mm SP1522460
558,5 mm SP1522461
Requirements:
· 2 open spanners, 17 mm

· Remove the seat.
· Loosen the securing bolt of the seat support
tube.
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· Remove the bolt (7), nut and washers.

· Remove the seat support tube (2) from the
receptacle tube (1).
· Remove the concertina type cover (3)
including the spring (5) and the plastic end
pieces (4 and 6).
· Fit the plastic end pieces (4 and 6) to the
new spring.
· Grease the spring generously. The spring
should be covered completely.
· Assemble the concertina type cover (3).
· Install the concertina type cover (3) including
the spring (5) and the plastic end pieces (4
and 6).
· Insert the seat support tube (2) into the
receptacle tube (1) and press down gently.
· Reposition the bolt (7), nut and washers.
· Firmly tighten the seat support bolt.

· Reposition the seat.
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7.12 Replacing operating console
ATTENTION!
Burn and scald hazard if power cable is short-circuited!
· Turn off the power completely before removing any power supply components of the electric
vehicle! Therefore take out the batteries.
· Avoid a bridging of the contacts during measurements on live electrical components!
NOTE:
The plugs on the operating console cannot be wrongly connected because all plugs have a
Requirements:
· Remove the seat.

· Remove screws (1) below operating

console.
· Remove operating console and fold
upwards.
· Remove screws (3) on drive lever (2) and
remove drive lever.
· Disconnect plug from operating console

circuit board.
· Replace operating console.
· Reconnect plug with circuit board on new
operating console.
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· Reassembly of the operating console takes

place in reverse order
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7.13 Replacing bend speed reducer

NOTE:
Requirements:
· Remove the seat.

· Remove front and rear steering column

cladding, steering column and housing (see
Replacing sensors (5) without mounting:

· Loosen screws.
· Replace sensor.
Replacing sensors (5) with mounting:

· Loosen fork bolt (1).
· Replace sensors (5) with mounting.
Replacing regulating unit (4):

· Loosen screws.
· Remove sensor (5).
· Loosen screws (3).
· Replace regulating unit (4).
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Adjusting:
· Set steering to straight ahead.
· Align sensor straight using regulating unit.
· Take hold of the sensor and tighten the fork
screw.
Check:
· Turn the steering completely to the right and
then the left.
· When the steering is turned to its limit, the 3
regulating unit switches should be visible.

order.
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7.14 Replacing the potentiometer
ATTENTION!

Wrong potentiometer setting can result in dangerous driving situations!
· Set the new potentiometer to the middle position before inserting.
Requirements:
· Digital multimeter
· Allen key 2m
· Remove the seat.

· Remove screws (1) below operating

console.
· Remove operating console and fold
upwards.
· Remove screws (3) on drive lever (2) and
remove drive lever.
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· Disconnect potentiometer plug (1) from the

operating console.
· Remove screws (1) on potentiometer.

· Replace potentiometer
· Reconnect potentiometer plug (1) with

operating console.
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Setting the potentiometer to the middle

position:
· Loosen the bolts (1) on the drive lever
mounting.
· Twist the potentiometer shaft (2) until the
same resistance (approx. 5kOhm) is
measured between the central connection
cable (3) and both outputs (4).
· Retighten the bolts on the drive lever
mounting.
· Check settings and repeat the adjustment if
necessary.
· Reassembly of the operating console takes

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7.15 Replacing front headlight (lamp)
NOTE:
You can replace the headlight without removing the chassis. If, however, the working space is too
small, you can remove the chassis as described in chapter entitled "Replacing steering
column/fork 3-wheel" on page 30.
Requirements:
· Remove the seat.

· Remove rear steering column cladding (see

3-wheel version
· Remove screw (1) on front headlight under
front cladding.
· Disconnect direction indicator cable (2) at
wiring harness behind steering column
cladding.
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4-wheel version
· Remove screws (1) on front headlight under
front cladding.
· Disconnect direction indicator cable (2) at
wiring harness behind steering column
cladding.
· Remove headlight.
· Remove screws (1) on headlight glass.
· Remove headlight glass.
· Replace bulb (2) in headlight.
· Reassembly of the headlight takes place in

reverse order.
· Check function
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7.16 Replacing the front direction indicators
Requirements:
· Phillips screwdriver.
· Remove the seat.

3-wheel version
· Remove direction indicator screw (1).
· Disconnect direction indicator cable (2) from
wiring harness.
· Replace direction indicator.
· Reassembly of the direction indicators takes
· Check functions.
4-wheel version
· Remove direction indicator screw (1) on
housing.
· Disconnect direction indicator cable (2) from
wiring harness.
· Remove screws (3) on indicator glass.
· Remove indicator glass.
· Loosen screws (4) on orange-coloured cap
(5) and remove cap.
· Replace lightbulb.
· Reassembly of the direction indicators takes
· Check functions.
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7.17 Replacing centre brake light
ATTENTION!
NOTE:
Requirements:
· Remove the seat.

· Disconnect the plug (4).
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· Remove the bolt (1) on the rear panelling.
· Lift the rear panelling upwards.

· Remove screws (1) on brake light.
· Replace brake light.
· Reassembly of the brake light takes place in

reverse order.
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7.18 Replacing rear lights/direction indicators
ATTENTION!
NOTE:
Requirements:
· Remove the seat.

· Remove the bolt (1) on the rear panelling.
· Lift the rear panelling upwards.

· Remove screws (1) on rear light.
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· Remove rear light.

· Remove screws (1) on rear light glass.
· Remove rear light glass (1).

· Replace lightbulbs (2).
· Reassembly of the rear light/direction

indicator takes place in reverse order.
· Check function
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7.19 Replacing the electronic module

ATTENTION!
WARNING!
stability of the mobility aid!
dealers!
· Invacare® can only give a warranty for safe mobility aid driving behaviour - especially tipping
stability - for unaltered standard drive programs!

Note:
The electronic system is supplied with a standard drive program. If you have carried out
customer-specific modifications to the drive program, you will have to make these changes again
after installing the new electronic module.
Note:
Note:
The plugs on the electronic module cannot be wrongly connected because all plugs have a
Requirements:
· Rubber hammer
· To adapt the drive program: programming software or hand programming device and
electronic system installation manual, available from Invacare®.
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· Place supporting wooden block under the
frames at battery holder height.
· Remove the seat.
From the operating manual:

· Unscrew the rear wheel fixing bolts.
· Remove rear wheels.
· Remove the drive unit (see chapter entitled

"Replacing the drive motor" on page 20).
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· Remove screws (1) on electronic module.
Rhino1:
DS112KB02
DS162KD01
Rhino 2:
DS120:
DS160:
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· Replace electronic module (2).
· Reassembly of the drive and the electronic

module takes place in reverse order.
· Load drive program onto electronic module.
See electronic software description.
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7.20 Updating software

Invacare is continuously carrying out further development and improvements to drive programs for
electric vehicles. For this reason, you should always check whether the drive program version
number is up-to-date when carrying out any repairs or regular maintenance. If a newer version is
available, the drive program must be updated. The procedure for updating the drive program is
described in the wizard software operating manual.
NOTE:
The electronic system is supplied with a standard drive program. If you have carried out
customer-specific modifications to the drive program, you will have to make these changes again
after installing the new electronic module.
WARNING!
stability of the mobility aid!
dealers!
· Invacare® can only give a warranty for safe mobility aid driving behaviour - especially tipping
stability - for unaltered standard drive programs!
Requirements:
· Dynamic® Wizard software
· Operating manual for Wizard software
· For further information on other requirements - such as the minimum system configuration of
the PC to be used for programming, necessary programming cables - see the user manual of
the Wizard software. You find the latest version of the user manual in the download area on
http://www.dynamiccontrols.com/.
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8 Accessories
8.1 Installing the windshield
Requirements:
· 13 mm open-ended wrench
· 14 mm open-ended wrench
· Remove the rear view mirror and the

stoppers of the plastic cover on the
handlebars.
· Remove the threaded bolts of the rear view
mirror holder.
· Insert the threaded bolts (1) into the holes in

the brackets (2).
· Place the spacer sleeves (3) on the
threaded bolts.
· Screw the threaded bolts instead of the
mirror brackets into the holes provided for
this purpose, but don't tighten the bolts
completely yet. Make sure the brackets are
turned so they point upwards and outwards
towards the ends of the handlebars.
· Loosen the wing nuts (1).

· Insert the non-threaded ends of the
windshield brackets (2) into the fixtures from
below.
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· Insert the threads of the windshield

mounting brackets (3) through the bracket
holders (1).
· Secure the windshield mounting brackets
with the self-locking nuts (2).
· Adjust the windshield using the nuts (2) and
(4) on both sides so that it is perpendicular
to the direction of travel .
· Adjust the windshield so that it is horizontal.

· Tighten the wing nuts.
· Now tighten the threaded bolts.
· Install the rear view mirrors again.
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1.1 General information 7

1.2 Notes on transport 7

1.4 Hazard symbols and symbols used 9

1.5 Images in this manual 10

2 SAFETY AND FITTING INSTRUCTIONS 11

2.1 Before any inspection or repair work 11

2.2 Personal safety equipment 11

2.3 General safety information and information about fitting / removal 11

4 OVERVIEW ELECTRONIC MODULES 14

5 SERVICE PLAN (1X ANNUALLY) 15

6.1 Operational faults 17

6.2 Error Codes and Diagnostic Codes 18

7.1 General warning information on installation work 20

7.2 Replacing the drive motor 20

7.3 Replacing wheel suspension 24

7.4 Replacing shock absorber 26

7.5 Replacing front axle 28

7.6 Replacing steering column/fork 3-wheel 30

7.7 Replacing brakes 34

7.8 Replacing brake cable 37

7.9 Replacing lifter/lifter electronic 38

7.10 Replacing steering linkage/steering rod 40

7.11 Replacing the seat suspension / spring 42

7.12 Replacing operating console 44

7.13 Replacing bend speed reducer 46

7.14 Replacing the potentiometer 48

7.15 Replacing front headlight (lamp) 51

7.16 Replacing the front direction indicators 53

7.17 Replacing centre brake light 54

7.18 Replacing rear lights/direction indicators 56

7.19 Replacing the electronic module 58

7.20 Updating software 62

8.1 Installing the windshield 63

1.2 Notes on transport

1.3 Definition and representation of information and safety

1.4 Hazard symbols and symbols used

Wear safety shoes