LiNX® Control System

REM110, REM210, REM211, REM216, Supplement to

power wheelchair user manual

en Remote
User Manual

This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.

BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
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Contents 5.4 Locking/unlocking the remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.5 The sleep mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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5.6 Operating powered seating functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 5.6.1 Through external switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.6.2 Through the joystick. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
1.1 About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 5.6.3 Speed reduction and seating function inhibits. . . . . . . 29
1.2 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 5.7 Activating the drive function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
1.3 Prescription Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 5.8 Operating the lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
1.4 Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 5.9 Operating the hazard lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
1.4.1 Intended Use — REM110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 5.10 Operating the direction indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
1.4.2 Intended Use — REM210, REM211, REM216 . . . . . . . 6 5.11 Connecting the remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
1.5 Indication for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 5.12 Charging the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
1.6 Service Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 5.12.1 Battery alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 5.13 Using the USB charger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
2.1 General Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 6 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
2.1.1 Live Edit Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 6.1 Maintenance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
2.1.2 Usage Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 6.2 Setup/Delivery Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
2.1.3 Setup and Service Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 6.3 Wear and Tear Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
3 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Information. . . . . . . . . . 14 6.4 User/Attendant Inspection Checklists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
3.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 6.4.1 Inspect/Adjust Weekly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
3.1.1 Minimizing Emissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 6.4.2 Inspect/Adjust Monthly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
6.4.3 Inspect/Adjust Periodically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4 Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 6.5 Service Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 6.5.1 Six Month Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.2 User interface REM110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 6.6 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.3 User interface REM210 and REM211 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
7 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
4.4 User interface REM216 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.5 The status indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 7.1 Fault diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
4.6 Battery gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 7.1.1 Fault codes and diagnosis codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
4.7 Labels on the product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 7.2 OON (“Out Of Neutral”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
7.3 Drive inhibit indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
5 Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 7.4 Cut-off voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
5.1 Operating the remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 8 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
5.1.1 Using the joystick. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.1.2 Controlling the maximum speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 8.1 Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
5.2 Emergency stop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 9 Wireless Technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
5.3 The horn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 9.1 Wireless Technology Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
 9.2 Intended Wireless (Electromagnetic) Environment . . . . . . 46
9.3 LiNX Wireless Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
9.3.1 Remote Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
9.3.2 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
9.4 Quality of Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
9.4.1 Data Integrity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
9.4.2 Safeguards and Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
9.5 Wireless Coexistence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
9.6 Cybersecurity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
9.6.1 Cybersecurity Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
9.6.2 User Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
10 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
10.1 Limited Warranty—US . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
10.2 Limited Warranty—Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
10.3 Repair or Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
10.4 Limitations and Exclusions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
10.5 Disclaimers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
 General

1 General CAUTION!
– Caution indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
1.1 About This Manual property damage or minor injury or both.
This document is a supplement to the mobility device’s
documentation. IMPORTANT
– Indicates a hazardous situation that could result
For more information about the product, for example
in damage to property if it is not avoided.
product safety notices and product recalls, contact your
local Invacare representative. Before reading this manual,
make sure you have the latest version. You will find the Gives useful tips, recommendations and information
latest version on the Invacare website. For the address and for efficient, trouble-free use.
website see the back page of this manual.
This symbol identifies a list of various tools,
1.2 Symbols components and items which you will need in order
to carry out certain work.
Signal symbols and/or words are used in this manual and
apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in
personal injury or property damage. See the information 1.3 Prescription Statement
below for definitions of the signal words. Per 21 CFR 801.109(b)(1) the device is labeled for
prescription use only.
DANGER!
– Danger indicates a imminently hazardous CAUTION!
situation which, if not avoided, will result in Federal Law (USA) restricts this device to sale by
death or serious injury. or on the order of a licensed physician.

WARNING! 1.4 Intended Use

– Warning indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in Refer to the user manual for the power wheelchair
death or serious injury. base and for the seating system for the intended
use of the mobility device.

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1.4.1 Intended Use — REM110

The REM110 is a variant of the LiNX remote module family,
intended to allow powered wheelchair users to interact
with the LiNX System. The REM110 allows control of drive
functions, as well as providing an input for battery charging
and a Bluetooth® interface for programming and diagnostics.
1.4.2 Intended Use — REM210, REM211, REM216
The LiNX REM210, REM211, and REM216 are remote
modules of the LiNX family, intended to allow powered
wheelchair users to interact with the LiNX System.
The REM210 and REM211 remote modules allow control of
drive and actuator functions. The REM216 remote modules
allow control of drive, actuator and lighting functions.
All the above remote modules provide an input for battery
charging. The REM211 and REM216 remote modules allow
the use of more than two actuators.

1.5 Indication for Use

Refer to the user manual for the base and for the seat for
the indication for use for the mobility device.

1.6 Service Life

The expected service life is five years, presuming that
the product is used daily and in accordance with safety
instructions, maintenance instructions and intended use,
stated in this manual.

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2 Safety WARNING!
Risk of Death, Injury or Damage
Continued use of the product with damaged parts
2.1 General Guidelines could lead to the product malfunctioning, causing
The safety section contains important information for injury to the user and/or caregiver.
the safe operation and use of this product. – Check all product components and carton for
damage and test components before use. In
Refer to the wheelchair base and seating system case of damage or if the product is not working
user manuals for additional safety and operation properly, stop using the product and contact a
information. qualified technician or Invacare for repair.

WARNING! WARNING!
Risk of Death, Injury or Damage Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Improper use of this product may cause injury Improper setup, service, adjustment or
or damage programming may cause injury, damage or death.
– If you are unable to understand the warnings, – Qualified technician MUST setup, service and
cautions or instructions, contact a health care program the wheelchair.
professional or provider before attempting to – DO NOT allow non-qualified individuals to
use this equipment. perform any work or adjustments on the
– DO NOT use this product or any available wheelchair.
optional equipment without first completely – DO NOT setup or service the wheelchair while
reading and understanding these instructions occupied except for programming or unless
and any additional instructional material such otherwise noted.
as user manual, service manuals or instruction – Turn off power BEFORE adjusting or servicing
sheets supplied with this product or optional the wheelchair. Note that some safety features
equipment. will be disabled.
– Ensure all hardware is securely tightened after
setup, service or adjustments.
– Warranty is void if non-qualified individuals
perform any work on this product.

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DANGER! WARNING!
Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage Risk of Serious Injury or Damage
Continued use of the wheelchair that is not set Use of unapproved accessories may result in
to the correct specifications may cause erratic serious injury or damage.
behavior of the wheelchair resulting in death, – Invacare products are specifically designed
serious injury, or damage. and manufactured for use in conjunction with
– Performance adjustments should only be made approved Invacare accessories. Unapproved
by professionals of the healthcare field or accessories have not been tested by Invacare
persons fully conversant with this process and and are not recommended for use with
the driver's capabilities. Invacare products.
– After the wheelchair has been set up/adjusted, – DO NOT use unapproved accessories.
check to make sure that the wheelchair – To obtain approved Invacare accessories, contact
performs to the specifications entered during Invacare by phone or at www.invacare.com.
the set up procedure. If the wheelchair
does not perform to specifications, turn the WARNING!
wheelchair Off immediately and reenter set up Risk of Serious Injury or Damage
specifications. Contact Invacare, if wheelchair Loss of power due to loose electrical connections
still does not perform to correct specifications. could cause the wheelchair to suddenly stop
resulting in serious injury or damage.
WARNING! – ALWAYS ensure that all electrical connections
Risk of Injury or Damage are tightly connected so they don’t vibrate
Failure to remove the LiNX Access Key (LAK) loose.
from the wheelchair after programming is
complete may lead to unauthorized access to the
wheelchair settings.
– Always remove the LAK from the wheelchair
when programming is complete.

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WARNING! DANGER!
Risk of Injury or Damage Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage
Connector pins on cables connected to the power Lighted cigarettes dropped onto an upholstered
module can still be live even when the system is seating system can cause a fire resulting in death,
off. Human contact or other materials may cause serious injury, or damage.
an electrical short. To prevent injury or damage Wheelchair occupants are at particular risk of
due to electrical shorts: death or serious injury from these fires and
– Cables with live pins should be connected, resulting fumes because they may not have the
restrained or covered (with non-conductive ability to move away from the wheelchair.
materials) so they are not exposed to human – DO NOT smoke while using this wheelchair.
contact or materials that could cause electrical
shorts. WARNING!
– When cables with live pins have to be Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
disconnected, (for example, when removing the Improper routing of cable(s) may cause a tripping,
bus cable from the remote for safety reasons) entanglement or strangulation hazard that may
make sure to restrain or cover the pins (with result in injury, damage or death.
non-conductive materials). – Ensure all cable(s) are routed and secured
properly.
DANGER! – Ensure there are no loops of excess cable
Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage extending away from the chair.
Corroded electrical components due to water, – Close supervision and attention is needed when
liquid exposure, or incontinent users can result in operating the wheelchair near children, pets or
death, serious injury, or damage. people with physical/mental disabilities.
– Minimize exposure of electrical components to
water and/or liquids. Electrical components
damaged by corrosion MUST be replaced
immediately.
– Wheelchairs that are used by incontinent
users and/or are frequently exposed to
water/liquids may require replacement of
electrical components more frequently.

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WARNING! 2.1.1 Live Edit Guidelines

Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Pinched or severed cable(s) may be a shock or fire WARNING!
hazard and may cause injury, damage or death. Risk of Injury or Damage
– Ensure all cable(s) are routed and secured Rapid and unfamiliar parameter changes may
properly. lead to injury or damage.
– Inspect cable(s) periodically for proper routing, – Qualified technicians should make the user
pinching, chafing or other similar wear. aware that in live edit mode, the performance
– Replace any damaged cables immediately. of the wheelchair will be changed instantly.
– After programming in live edit mode, the
wheelchair performance should be checked
Risk of damage to the mobility device for driving safety. Ensure the wheelchair
There are no user-serviceable parts inside any performance is appropriate to the capabilities
case. and needs of the user.
– Do not open or disassemble any case. – Users should use caution when driving the
wheelchair while operating in Live Edit mode.
As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare – Users should use care to stay in the
endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to programming range.
meet many needs of the end user. However, final – Always perform live edit changes in a safe
selection of the type of wheelchair to be used by environment.
an individual rests solely with the user and his/her
healthcare professional capable of making such a Live edit adjustments are best done in an unrestricted
selection. Invacare recommends working with a but safe area. The presence of an attendant is
qualified rehab technology provider, such as an ATP, recommended.
(Assistive Technology Professional).
The Bluetooth® range of the programmer is 33 ft
The information contained in this document is (10 m). If the wheelchair drives out of range of
subject to change without notice. the Bluetooth programmer, the programmer must
reconnect before the parameters can be changed.

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2.1.2 Usage Guidelines WARNING!

Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
DANGER! Use of the wheelchair while judgement or ability
Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage is impaired may result in injury, damage or death.
Misuse of the wheelchair may cause component – DO NOT operate the wheelchair under the
failure and/or the wheelchair to start smoking, influence of alcohol, medications or other
sparking, or burning. Death, serious injury, or substances that impair judgement or function.
damage may occur due to fire. – Changing medications may affect your ability
– DO NOT use the wheelchair other than its to operate the wheelchair. Discuss the impact
intended purpose. If the wheelchair starts on your ability to operate the wheelchair with
smoking, sparking, or burning, discontinue using a health care professional when changing
the wheelchair and seek service IMMEDIATELY. medications.
– DO NOT operate the wheelchair under
WARNING! conditions where judgement or function may
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death be impaired. This may include but is not
Misuse of wheelchair may result in injury, damage limited to lack of sleep or poor sight.
or death. – Always be aware of your surroundings.
– Use care when operating the wheelchair on
roads, streets or other roadways. WARNING!
– Use care when operating the wheelchair when Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
vision is impaired by poor lighting such as unlit Loss of traction or stability on rough or unstable
rooms, during the night or similar situations. terrain may cause injury, damage or death.
– ALWAYS be aware of motor vehicles and your – Use care when operating the wheelchair on
surroundings. rough or unstable terrain. This would include
but is not limited to areas of rock, mulch, mud,
uneven pavement, roots and similar conditions.
– Be aware of your surroundings and conditions
that might affect the ability to operate the
wheelchair.

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WARNING! 2.1.3 Setup and Service Guidelines

Risk of Serious Injury
Impacting objects in the surrounding environment DANGER!
can cause serious injury. Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage
– When maneuvering the wheelchair around, Use of incorrect or improper replacement
ALWAYS have assured cleared distance with all (service) parts may cause death, serious injury,
objects in environment. or damage.
– Replacement parts MUST match original
Invacare parts.
CAUTION! – ALWAYS provide the wheelchair serial number
Risk of Injury to assist in ordering the correct replacement
Remote module can get hot when exposed to parts.
strong sunlight for long periods.
– Do not leave mobility device in direct sunlight
for long periods. WARNING!
Risk of Serious Injury
Sharp edges can cause serious injury.
DANGER! – Be mindful that some parts may have sharp
Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage edges. Use caution when encountering these
Malfunctioning joystick could cause sharp edges.
unintended/erratic movement resulting in
death, serious injury, or damage.
– If unintended/erratic movement occurs, stop WARNING!
using the wheelchair immediately and contact Risk of Serious Injury
a qualified technician. Hot surfaces can cause severe burns.
– Be mindful of potential hot surfaces and avoid
touching.

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WARNING!
Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage
Improperly connected joystick could cause loss
of power resulting in death, serious injury, or
damage.
– Ensure the joystick is securely connected to
controller.

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3 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Information
3.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility
Refer to the power wheelchair base and seating
system user manuals for more electromagnetic
compatibility information for your mobility device.

Dynamic Controls Electronic Controllers have been tested on

typical, representative vehicles to confirm compliance with
the following appropriate EMC standards:
• USA: ANSI/RESNA WC-2:2009 Sec 21
• Europe: EN12184:2014, ISO7176 - 21:2009
National and international directives require confirmation of
compliance on particular vehicles. Since EMC is dependent
on a particular installation, each variation must be tested.
The guidelines in this section are written to assist with
meeting EMC requirements in general.
3.1.1 Minimizing Emissions
To minimise emissions and to maximise the immunity to
radiated fields and ESD, follow the wiring recommendations
in the LiNX System Service Manual.

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4 Components Expandable Remotes

REM211
4.1 Overview
Non-Expandable Remotes
REM110 • Drive function
• Seating function (two
or more actuators)

• Drive function

REM216

REM210
• Drive function
• Seating function (two
or more actuators)
• Lights/Hazard lights
• Drive function
• Seating function (up to
two actuators)

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4.2 User interface REM110 4.3 User interface REM210 and REM211

Fig. 4-1

A ON/OFF button/Status indicator

The REM210 and REM211 remotes have the same
B Battery gauge user interface. The REM211 remote has a ring
C Speed dial around the base of the joystick.

D Horn A ON/OFF button/Status indicator

E Joystick B Battery gauge
C Speed dial
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D Connectivity indicator 4.4 User interface REM216

E Seating function selector
F Drive/actuator status
G Horn
H Joystick
I Drive function indicator
J Drive function selector

The REM216 remote has a ring around the base of

the joystick.

A ON/OFF button/Status indicator

B Battery gauge
C Speed dial
D Connectivity indicator
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E Seating function selector Maximum driving range

F Drive/actuator status Green, green, amber, amber and
red LEDs on.
G Lights and direction indicator right
H Horn Decreased driving range
I Joystick Red, amber and one green LED on.
J Hazard lights and direction indicator left
K Drive function indicator Decreased driving range
L Drive function selector
Red and two amber LEDs on.

4.5 The status indicator

The status indicator is located inside the ON/OFF button. Decreased driving range
When the LiNX remote is not powered up, the status Red and one amber LED on.
indicator is not lit.
Consider charging batteries.
When the LiNX remote is powered up and there are no
faults with the system, the status indicator lights green. Very low driving range
If there is a fault with the system when powered up, the Only red LED on.
status indicator flashes red. The number of flashes indicates
the type of fault. Refer to 7.1.1 Fault codes and diagnosis Batteries need immediate charging.
codes, page 40.

4.6 Battery gauge

The battery charging status is shown in the battery gauge.

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4.7 Labels on the product C This is the WEEE symbol

(Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment
Directive).
This product has been
supplied from an
environmentally aware
manufacturer. This product
may contain substances that
could be harmful to the
environment if disposed of
in places (landfills) that are
not appropriate according to
legislation.
• The ‘crossed out wheelie
bin’ symbol is placed
on this product to
encourage you to recycle
wherever possible.
• Please be
environmentally
responsible and recycle
A Recommendation to read the this product through
instruction manual before your recycling facility at
using the module. its end of life.
READ INSTALLATION D Tamper evident seal.
MANUAL BEFORE USE
B IPx4 This is the enclosure's ingress
protection rating.

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E Product label containing: Serial number and date of manufacture

• Dynamic Controls' The serial number on a Dynamic Controls product provides
'dynamic' logo both the date of manufacture as well as a unique serial
• Dynamic Controls' number for the particular module.
website address
• Dynamic Controls’ part
description
F Product label containing:
The format, as shown above, is MYYnnnnnn, where:
• The product's bar code
• The product's serial • M is for the month of manufacture, using the letters A
number to L (A = Jan, B = Feb, C = Mar, etc.),
• The product's part • YY is the year of manufacture,
number • nnnnnn is a unique six digit sequential number.
G The petrol pump indicates For example, the remote’s serial number, as shown above,
the battery charger input. begins with A14 indicating that it was manufactured in
January 2014, and its unique, sequential value is 132800.

H Hardware and application

firmware version label
1. Hardware version
2. Hardware major version
3. Hardware minor version
4. Application version
5. Application major version
6. Application minor version

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5 Usage Powering up the remote

1. Press ON/OFF button A.
5.1 Operating the remote If there is no fault with the system, the status indicator
lights up green and the battery gauge displays the
Your wheelchair always powers up in drive function 1 and current battery status. Refer to 4.6 Battery gauge, page
is ready to drive. For remotes that provide multiple drive 18.
functions (DLX-REM210 or DLX-REM215) the drive function If there is a fault with the system when powering up, the
can be changed. For details about changing the drive status indicator indicates the fault with a series of red
function, refer to 5.7 Activating the drive function, page 30 . flashes. Refer to 7.1.1 Fault codes and diagnosis codes,
page 40. If the fault is one that prevents the system
from driving, the battery gauge flashes continuously.
Powering down the remote
1. Press ON/OFF button A.
2. System powers down and status indicator switches off.
The ON/OFF button can also be used to perform an
emergency stop, refer to 5.2 Emergency stop, page 22.
The ON/OFF button is also used to lock the system, refer to
5.4 Locking/unlocking the remote, page 23.
5.1.1 Using the joystick
The joystick controls the direction and speed of the
wheelchair.
When the joystick is deflected from the center (neutral)
position, the wheelchair moves in the direction of the
joystick movement.

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The joystick can also be used to wake up the system when

in sleep mode, if this parameter has been enabled by the
provider. Refer to 5.5 The sleep mode, page 24.
5.1.2 Controlling the maximum speed
The speed dial allows you to limit the maximum speed of
the mobility device (that is the speed when the joystick is
fully deflected) to suit your preferences and environment.

The speed of the wheelchair is proportional to the joystick

deflections, so that the further the joystick is moved from
the neutral position, the faster the wheelchair travels.

The speed dial A offers ten discrete steps between the

lowest speed B and the highest speed C.

5.2 Emergency stop

If the user moves the joystick back to the neutral position, If you press the ON/OFF button while driving, an emergency
the wheelchair slows down and stops. stop is carried out. The remote powers down after this.
If the user releases the joystick from any position other
than the neutral position, the joystick returns to the neutral
position and the wheelchair slows down and stops.
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5.3 The horn 5.4 Locking/unlocking the remote

Locking the remote

Press the horn button A to sound the horn. The horn

sounds for as long as the horn button is pressed.
The horn button is also used for unlocking a locked system.
Refer to 5.4 Locking/unlocking the remote, page 23.

1. Press the ON/OFF button A for more than four seconds.

When entering the locked state, the battery gauge indicates

the transition by flashing LEDs red, amber and green (far
left, middle and far right) three times.

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Unlocking the remote green (far left, middle and far right) until either the system is
powered off, unlocked or the Sequence Timeout is reached.

5.5 The sleep mode

The sleep mode is not a factory setting, but can be enabled
by your provider. If this parameter is set ON, the system
goes into sleep mode after a period of time without user
activity. This period of time can be set by the provider.
The transition to sleep mode is indicated by the remote
module’s LEDs dimming gradually. During the transition, the
joystick, horn, speed dial and power button will continue
to operate.
To wake the system from sleep, either press the ON/OFF
button or move the joystick, if this parameter has been
enabled by the provider.

5.6 Operating powered seating functions

1. Press the ON/OFF button A. Powered seating functions, such as powered elevating
2. Press the horn B twice within ten seconds. legrests or powered recline, are carried out as described
If you implement the unlock sequence incorrectly or press below.
the ON/OFF button again before the unlock sequence is 5.6.1 Through external switches
complete, the system returns to the locked state.
With an external switch, seating functions can be controlled
while driving and without using seating cards.
Egg switch
The egg switch alternates powered seating functions of the
following single power configurations:
During an unlock attempt, the battery gauge indicates the
system is in a locked state by flashing LEDs red, amber and • Powered recline only
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• Powered seat tilt only

• Center-mount elevating legrest (LNX) only

1. Make sure mobility device is on level surface and turned

on.
2. Deflect and hold toggle switch up A or down B to
move particular seating function.
Fig. 5-1
Seating function moves as long as toggle switch is
1. Make sure mobility device is on level surface and turned deflected.
on.
Stereo button switch
2. Press and hold tagged area of egg switch to run
powered seating function. The stereo button switch alternates powered seating
3. Release egg switch if desired seating position is reached. functions of the following single power configurations:
If egg switch is pressed again within three seconds,
powered seating function moves into same direction. • Powered recline only
4. To alternate direction, press egg switch after it has been • Powered seat tilt only
released for more than three seconds. • Center-mount elevating legrest (LNX) only

Stereo toggle switch

The stereo toggle switch alternates powered seating
functions of the following single power configurations:
• Powered recline only
• Powered seat tilt only
• Center-mount elevating legrest (LNX) only 1. Make sure mobility device is on level surface and turned
on.
2. Press and hold stereo buttons A or B to move
particular seating function.
Seating function moves as long as button is pressed.
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4–way toggle switch Powered seat tilt and LNX legrest

A (Forward) Powered seat tilt up
B (Reverse) Powered seat tilt down
C (Left) LNX up
D (Right) LNX down

Powered recline and LNX legrest

A (Forward) Powered recline and LNX up
B (Reverse) Powered recline and LNX down
1. Make sure mobility device is on level surface and turned C (Left) LNX up
on.
2. Deflect and hold toggle switch to direction, that moves D (Right) LNX down
particular seating function.
Seating function moves as long as toggle switch is Powered seat tilt and elevating seat
deflected.
A (Forward) Powered seat tilt up
See tables below for combinations of directions and
powered seating functions. B (Reverse) Powered seat tilt down
The tables shows the factory settings. For C (Left) Elevating seat up
reprogramming, contact your provider.
D (Right) Elevating seat down
Powered seat tilt and Powered recline
Dual powered elevating legrests
A (Forward) Powered seat tilt up
A (Forward) Left powered elevating legrest up
B (Reverse) Powered seat tilt down
B (Reverse) Left powered elevating legrest down
C (Left) Powered recline up
C (Left) Right powered elevating legrest up
D (Right) Powered recline down
D (Right) Right powered elevating legrest down
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4–way button switch Powered seat tilt and LNX legrest

A Powered seat tilt up
B Powered seat tilt down
C LNX up
D LNX down

Powered recline and LNX legrest

A Powered recline and LNX up
B Powered recline and LNX down
1. Make sure mobility device is on level surface and turned C LNX up
on.
2. Press and hold button to move particular seating D LNX down
function.
Seating function moves as long as button is pressed. Powered seat tilt and elevating seat
See tables below for combination of buttons and
A Powered seat tilt up
powered seating functions.
B Powered seat tilt down
The tables shows the factory settings. For
reprogramming, contact your provider. C Elevating seat up
D Elevating seat down
Powered seat tilt and Powered recline
A Powered seat tilt up Dual powered elevating legrests
B Powered seat tilt down A Left powered elevating legrest up
C Powered recline up B Left powered elevating legrest down
D Powered recline down C Right powered elevating legrest up
D Right powered elevating legrest down
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5.6.2 Through the joystick Displayed symbols and meanings

Activating seating function Not every wheelchair has all options.

Powered seat tilt

Powered recline

Elevating seat
1. Press Seating function key A.
• The wheelchair changes to seating function and the
Drive/actuator status display C lights up amber. Left or center-mount powered elevating legrest
2. Press Seating function selector keys A and B or move
joystick left or right several times until desired seating
function lights up. Refer to table below.
3. Deflect joystick to front or rear to activate actuator. Right powered elevating legrest
The distance you deflect the joystick determines the
dynamics of the movement.
If you only deflect the joystick a little, the actuator Both powered elevating legrests
only moves slowly.
If you deflect the joystick as far as you can, the
actuator moves faster.

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Speed reduction is shown in the status display. If the

elevating seat is raised above a certain point, the elevating
None seat symbol and the drive symbol start pulsing. These two
symbols remain pulsing while driving to show the speed
reduction until speed reduction has been deactivated again.

Unspecified Seating function inhibits

• Tilt limit

5.6.3 Speed reduction and seating function inhibits

The mentioned speed reduction and seating function
inhibits do not apply to all Invacare wheelchair
models.

Speed reduction The maximum tilt limit switch is a function to prevent

If the elevating seat has been adjusted above a certain the backrest angle from extending beyond a maximum
point, the drive electronics considerably reduces the speed pre-set angle, when the elevating seat is raised above a
of the wheelchair. If speed reduction has been activated, certain point. The drive electronics stops automatically
drive mode can only be used to carry out movements in and the seat tilt or backrest symbol starts pulsing.
reduced speed and not for regular driving. To drive normally,
adjust the elevating seat until the speed reduction has been
deactivated again.

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• Elevating Seat Lockout 1. Press Drive function key A.

• The remote switches to drive function, the Drive
function indicator C shows the pre-selected drive
function (1,2 or 3) and the wheel in the drive status
display lights up green.

The drive electronics is equipped with an elevating

seat lockout switch to prevent the elevating seat from
rising up above a certain point when the seat tilt or
backrest angle is adjusted above a certain point. The 2. Press Drive function selector keys A or B until desired
drive electronics stops automatically and the elevating drive function lights up.
seat symbol starts pulsing. • The Drive function indicator C shows the drive
function.
5.7 Activating the drive function
Drive Drive Drive
function function function
1 2 3

With the Drive function selector key you can

choose between three different drive functions,
that are configured by Invacare and can be fitted
to your needs and requests by the provider.

5.8 Operating the lights

If you drive outside, turn on the lights under bad
visibility conditions or darkness.

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5.10 Operating the direction indicators

1. Short press Light button A. Direction indicator left

The lights are turned on or off.
1. Press Hazard lights button A for more than three
5.9 Operating the hazard lights seconds.
Left direction indicator is turned on.
2. To turn off direction indicator, short press Hazard lights
button again.
Direction indicator right
1. Press Light button B for more than three seconds.
Right direction indicator is turned on.
2. To turn off direction indicator, short press Light button
again.

1. Short press Hazard lights button A.

The hazard lights are turned on or off.

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5.11 Connecting the remote WARNING!

Risk of Injury or Damage
CAUTION! Explosive gases can be generated while charging.
Risk of unintended stops To avoid flammable gas buildup and injury or
If the plug of the remote cable is broken, the damage due to explosion:
remote cable may come loose while driving. The – During charging, keep the wheelchair and
remote could suddenly switch off when losing battery charger away from sources of ignition,
power. This causes an unintended stop. such as flames and sparks.
– Always check the plug of the remote for – Charge the wheelchair in a space at least twice
damage. Contact your provider immediately in the volume of the wheelchair.
case of a damaged plug.
WARNING!
Risk of damage to the remote Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
The remote plug and connector socket fit Improper routing of charger cord(s) may cause
together in one way only. tripping, entanglement or strangulation hazard
– Do not force them together. that may result in injury, damage or death.
– Ensure all charger cord(s) are routed and
1. Lightly push to connect the plug of the remote cable secured properly.
and the connector socket. The plug must lock in place – Close supervision and attention is needed when
with an audible click. charging the wheelchair near children, pets or
people with physical/mental disabilities.
5.12 Charging the batteries
WARNING! WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage Risk of Injury or Damage
Using the wrong battery charger may cause Using a damaged extension cord may cause fire
explosion and destruction of batteries. To avoid and electric shock. To avoid injury or damage:
injury or damage: – Only use an extension cord if it is absolutely
– Only use the battery charger supplied with necessary. If you must use one, make sure it is
your mobility device, or a charger that has in good condition.
been approved by Invacare.

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Refer to the charger user manual, the power

Battery charge state 3
wheelchair base user manual and instructions
supplied with the batteries for more information Red and two amber LEDs on.
concerning charging the batteries.
Battery charge state 4
Red, amber and one green LED on.

Fully charged
Green, green, amber, amber and red
LEDs on.

The LiNX system does not have to be powered up when

1. Plug the battery charger into the remote’s charger charging the batteries, however, if it is not powered up,
socket A. the battery gauge does not indicate the charging state. For
If the remote is powered up, the battery gauge indicates more information about the charging state, refer to the user
the system is connected to the charger by cycling between manual of your charger.
a left-to-right chase sequence, and then displaying the For more information about the drive inhibit mode, refer to
approximate battery charge state at the end of the chase chapter 7.3 Drive inhibit indication, page 42.
sequence.
NEW Batteries Only—The wheelchair power must be
Battery charge state 1 on during charging to ensure that accurate battery
charge levels display on the remote. New batteries
Red LED on. must be charged fully., The Battery synchronization
Procedure MUST be performed within 24 hours
Battery charge state 2 of powering on the wheelchair. The Battery
Synchronization Procedure can be found in the LiNX
Red and one amber LED on. service manual and must be performed by a provider
or qualified technician.

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5.12.1 Battery alarms 5.13 Using the USB charger

High voltage warning WARNING!
Risk of injury
If you use mobile phone while operating mobility
device, accidents could lead to injury or property
damage.
– Only use mobile phone in conjunction with
hands-free equipment to operate mobility
The batteries are overcharged. device while driving.
All LEDs on and the green LEDs flashing.
Risk of property damage
1. Disconnect battery charger. Handle USB charger with care, otherwise damage
could occur.
Low voltage warning – Always keep the USB charger dry. If USB
charger gets wet, let USB charger dry before
use.
– Do not use or store USB charger in dusty or
dirty areas.
– Do not insert sharp objects into the USB ports.
The batteries are empty.
WARNING!
Only one red LED on and flashing. Risk of Injury or Damage
Erratic or unintended movement of the
1. Power down wheelchair. wheelchair may occur if wireless transmitters are
2. Charge batteries immediately. connected to the wheelchair. To avoid injury or
damage:
– DO NOT use the USB charger connector as a
wireless transmitter.
– Only use the USB charger for the purposes
described in this manual.

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With the USB charger you can charge the battery of your
mobile phone or a compatible device when you do not have
access to a regular power source. Both USB ports can be
used at the same time and each USB port has a charging
current up to 1 A.
1.

Open bung A.
2. Connect device with USB port.

Replace bung when USB ports are not in use.

The usage of the USB charger influences the drive

range of the mobility device. For more information
about the drive range, refer to chapter Technical
Data in the user manual of your mobility device.

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6 Maintenance q Check all parts for shipping damage. In case of damage,

DO NOT use.
q Check that cables are routed and secured properly
6.1 Maintenance Information to ensure that cables do NOT become entangled and
Risk of damage to the remote damaged during normal operation of seating system.
There are no user-serviceable parts in any q Ensure proper operation of powered functions
electronic component. (Example: drive, seating and legrests).
– Do not attempt to open any case or undertake
any repairs, else warranty will be voided and
6.3 Wear and Tear Information
the safety of the system may be compromised. General Information

If any component is damaged in any way, or if Normal wear and tear items and components include but
internal damage may have occurred (for example are not limited to: all upholstery items including seat and
by being dropped), have it checked by qualified back upholstery, arm and calf pads, cushions, wheels, tires
personnel before operating. and casters, all types of batteries, joystick overlays and
inductive rubberized protective boots.
Where any doubt exists, consult your nearest
Invacare provider. Invacare reserves the right to ask for any item back that has
an alleged defect in workmanship. Refer to the Warranty
section in this manual for specific warranty information.
6.2 Setup/Delivery Inspection
Refer to the Inspection Checklists for proper preventative
Setup/delivery inspection should be performed by maintenance schedule.
provider at time of delivery/set up.
This is just a general guideline and does not include items
Initial adjustments should be made to suit your damaged due to abuse and misuse.
personal body structure needs and preference.
Thereafter weekly, monthly and periodic inspections Product Type Product Wear and Tear
should be performed by user/attendant between the
Wheelchairs Wheels, Brake Assembly, Hand
six month service inspections.
Grips
Every six months, and as necessary, take your
wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thorough
inspection and servicing.
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Mobility Hardware Rubber Urethane Tires and Casters, 6.4.1 Inspect/Adjust Weekly
and Electronics Handgrips, Joystick Inductive Tops, q Ensure proper operation of powered functions
Joystick Overlays, Motors and (Example: drive, seating and legrests).
Gearboxes (if exposed to prolonged
moisture, urine, etc.), Stability Lock 6.4.2 Inspect/Adjust Monthly
Upholstery and Arm pads, Seat Cushion Foam, q Check all components for loose, damaged or corroded
Seating Seat Cushion Covers, Back Cushion components, such as connectors, terminals or cables.
Foam, Back Cushion Covers, Contact your Invacare provider to replace damaged
Headrest Foam, Headrest Covers, components.
Footplate Covers, Calf Pad (if q Ensure that all connectors are fully mated.
applicable) Foam and Cover q Cables shall be inspected periodically to ensure
Batteries that they are routed and secured properly. Periodic
Lead acid/Lithium, Coin cell (watch
inspection is recommended as it may reveal loose
type), Gel (6 months)
and/or damaged cables. Contact your Invacare provider
to re-secure or replace cables.
6.4 User/Attendant Inspection Checklists q Check for and remove any foreign objects or material.
Every six months, and as necessary, take your 6.4.3 Inspect/Adjust Periodically
wheelchair to a qualified technician for a thorough
inspection and servicing. • Check the joystick boot for damage. Contact your
Invacare provider for replacement if damaged.
Weekly, monthly, and periodic inspections should be • Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace
performed by user/attendant between the six month if necessary.
service inspections.
6.5 Service Inspection
Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and
enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. Every six months take your wheelchair to a qualified
To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair technician for a thorough inspection and servicing.
MUST be cared for just like any other vehicle.
Service inspections MUST be performed by a
Routine maintenance will extend the life and
qualified technician.
efficiency of your wheelchair.
The following are recommended items to inspect during
regular service inspections performed by a qualified
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technician. Actual items to be inspected during the service CAUTION!

inspection may vary according to the specific wheelchair: Risk of Damage
Cleaning or maintenance may cause damage to
6.5.1 Six Month Inspection
carpeting or flooring.
q Cables shall be inspected periodically to ensure – Place the wheelchair in a well ventilated
that they are routed and secured properly. Periodic area where cleaning or maintenance can be
inspection is recommended as it may reveal loose performed without risk of damage to carpeting
and/or damaged cables. Re-secure all loose cables and or flooring.
replace by following the recommendations outlined in
the LiNX service manual. CAUTION!
q Ensure proper operation of powered functions (drive, Risk of Damage
seating, legrests, etc.). Exposure to liquids may damage components or
q Inspect electrical components for signs of corrosion. accessories of wheelchair and electronics.
Replace if corroded or damaged. – DO NOT spray with any type of water or liquid.
q Check that all labels are present and legible. Replace – Electrical components damaged by corrosion
if necessary. MUST be replaced immediately.
6.6 Cleaning CAUTION!
WARNING! Risk of Damage
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death Improper cleaning may cause damage to the
Electrical shock may cause injury, damage or product.
death. – DO NOT use chemicals, solvents or abrasive
– Always unplug the product from the electrical cleaners.
outlet before cleaning.
– Always unplug accessories from the electrical Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and
outlet before cleaning. enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair.
To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair must
be cared for just like any other vehicle.

Keep all electronic components free of dust, dirt and liquids.

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1. Use a cloth dampened with warm water and mild

non-abrasive soap to clean this product.
2. Dry the surface with dry cloth.
3. DO NOT use solvents or kitchen cleaners.

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7 Troubleshooting The actions listed are not in any particular order and
are suggestions only. The intention is that one of the
suggestions may help you clear the problem. If in doubt,
7.1 Fault diagnosis contact your provider.
If the electronic system shows a fault, use the following
fault-finding guide to locate the fault. Flash Fault description Possible action
code
Ensure that the drive electronics system is powered
up before starting any diagnosis. 1 Remote fault • Check cables and
connectors.
If the status display is OFF: • Contact your provider.
• Check whether the drive electronics system is powered 2 Network or • Check cables and
up. configuration fault connectors.
• Check whether all cables are correctly connected. • Recharge the batteries.
• Ensure that the batteries are not discharged. • Check charger.
If a fault number is displayed in the status display: • Contact your provider.
• Proceed to the next section. 3 Motor 11 fault • Check cables and
connectors.
7.1.1 Fault codes and diagnosis codes • Contact your provider.
If there is a fault with the system when it is powered up, 4 Motor 21 fault • Check cables and
the status indicator flashes red. The number of flashes connectors.
indicates the type of fault. • Contact your provider.

The table below describes the fault indication, and a few

possible actions that can be taken to rectify the problem.
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Flash Fault description Possible action Flash Fault description Possible action
code code
5 Left magnetic • Check cables and 6 Right magnetic • Check cables and
brake fault connectors. brake fault connectors.
• Check left magnetic • Check right magnetic
brake is engaged. brake is engaged.
• Refer to the chapter • Refer to the chapter
“Pushing the mobility “Pushing the mobility
device in freewheel device in freewheel
mode” in the user mode” in the user
manual of your manual of your
wheelchair. wheelchair.
• Contact your provider. • Contact your provider.
7 Module fault • Check cables and
(other than connectors.
remote module) • Check modules.
• Recharge batteries.
• If the chair was stalled,
reverse away or remove
obstacle.
• Contact your provider.

1 Configuration of the motors depending on the

wheelchair model

7.2 OON (“Out Of Neutral”)

OON (“Out Of Neutral”) is a safety feature that prevents
accidental driving or seating movements, when:
• the system is powering up,
• after a function change or
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• when the system comes out of an inhibit or drive During a seating OON warning, the battery gauge LEDs and
lock-out. the seating indicator flash continually (all on, followed by all
off) to alert the user. In this state the seating motions do
Drive OON warning not operate., If the switches are deactivated, the warning
clears and the seating motions operate normally.

7.3 Drive inhibit indication

The drive inhibit mode ensures that the wheelchair does not
Fig. 7-1
drive when connected to the charger.

The joystick must be in the center position:

• when a system is powering up
• on a function change or
• when transitioning from a drive lock-out or inhibit state.
Otherwise a drive OON warning is displayed. During a Drive
OON warning, the battery gauge LEDs and the drive wheel
indicator (if equipped) flash continually (all on, followed by
all off) to alert the user. In this state the wheelchair does
not drive. If the joystick is returned to the center position,
the warning clears and the wheelchair drives normally.
Seating OON Warning
Drive inhibit mode is indicated by the battery gauge with a
right-to-left chase sequence.
The chase sequence continues until the fault condition has
been cleared.

Fig. 7-2

When a system is powering up or after a function change,

no direct access switches can be active, otherwise a seating
OON warning is displayed.
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7.4 Cut-off voltage

When the battery voltage decreases below the battery

cut-off voltage:
• the status indicator flashes red (Flash code 2, refer to
7.1.1 Fault codes and diagnosis codes, page 40),
• the red LED on the battery gauge flashes,
• the horn sounds once every ten seconds.

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8 Technical data
8.1 Technical specifications
Mechanical specifications
Permissible operating, storage and humidity conditions
Temperature range for operation according to ISO 7176–9: • -13 °F (–25 C°)— +122 °F (+50 °C)
Recommended storage temperature: • 59 °F (15 °C)
Temperature range for storage according to ISO 7176–9: • -40 °F (–40 °C)— +149 °F (+65 °C)
Operating humidity range according to ISO 7176–9: • 0 ... 90 %RH
Degree of protection: IPX41

Operating forces
REM110/REM210/REM211/REM216
Joystick • 1.9 N
Power button • 2.5 N
Speed dial • 1.2 N
Horn button • 2.5 N

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Electrical specifications
Parameter Min. Nominal Max. Units
Operating voltage • 17 • 24 • 34 • V
(Vbatt)
Idle current - • 56 - • mA at 24V
Quiescent current - - • 0.23 • mA at 24V
(power off)

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9 Wireless Technology Technical Classic Bluetooth Smart (low

Specification energy)
9.1 Wireless Technology Overview Bluetooth

The LiNX control system makes use of Bluetooth wireless Security 56/128-bit and 128-bit AES with
technology. Bluetooth is a wireless communications system application layer Counter Mode
that is designed to operate in short-range wireless personal user defined CBCMAC and
area networks (WPAN). application layer
user defined
LiNX supports both the Smart (low energy) and Classic
Robustness Adaptive fast Adaptive fre-
Bluetooth protocols. These operate in the spectrum range
frequency quency hopping,
2.400 GHz to 2.4835 GHz industrial, scientific and medical
hopping, FEC, Lazy Acknowl-
(ISM) band. Bluetooth Classic uses 79 x 1MHz channels
fast ACK edgement, 24-bit
and Bluetooth Smart uses 40 x 2MHz channels. Within a
CRC, 32-bit Mes-
channel, data is transmitted using Gaussian frequency shift
sage Integrity
modulation. The bit rate is 1Mbit/s, and the maximum
Check
transmit power is 5mW. Both Bluetooth protocols use
frequency hopping to counteract narrowband interference Latency (from a Typically 100 ms 6 ms
problems. non-connected
state)
Bluetooth Technology Specifications
Technical Classic Bluetooth Smart (low Network Topology Scatternet
Specification energy) Power 5 mW
Bluetooth Consumption
Class Class 2 Service Discovery Yes
Distance/Range 10m (33ft) Profile Concept Yes
(theoretical max.)
Over the Air Data 1–3 Mbit/s 1 Mbit/s 9.2 Intended Wireless (Electromagnetic)
Rate Environment
Application 0.7–2.1 Mbit/s 0.27 Mbit/s The intended environments for the LiNX wheelchair are
Throughput defined as the users home, assisted living facilities, nursing
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homes, vocational settings and health care facilities. Across 9.3.2 Configuration
these environments, there are numerous different items of
both medical and non-medical equipment that also operate The LiNX Programming and Diagnostic (P&D) tools use
wirelessly. Bluetooth to communicate with the LiNX control system via
the LiNX Access Key (LAK). The LAK is a standalone device
9.3 LiNX Wireless Functions that plugs into a remote module. A system cannot be
configured without using the LAK and only manufacturers,
The LiNX control system functions that use Bluetooth include: trained providers, dealers, therapists or clinicians have
access to the LAK. This means that end users, their friends,
• Remote diagnostics—provides status information of the relatives or caregivers cannot change the configuration.
powered wheelchair (battery status, fault conditions
etc.). There are two levels of access:
• Configuration—by a trained provider, dealer, therapist
• Manufacturer (or OEM) and
or clinician using the programming and diagnostic tools,
• Distributor (provider/clinician).
configures the LiNX control system.
The levels of access permit the following:
9.3.1 Remote Diagnostics
• LAK Manufacturer Level
The system transmits wheelchair-specific diagnostic With this level, the manufacturer sets the system's
information to an Apple iOS device. This information helps default parameters to suit a particular wheelchair.
with the technical support of the wheelchair. • LAK Distributor Level
The information provides the status of the wheelchair With this level, a subset of the system's parameters
electronics, including: is configured by trained providers, dealers, clinicians
or therapists. Critical parameters are limited within a
• The state of charge of the battery, predetermined range as set by the manufacturer.
• Active and historical fault data,
• Wheelchair driving time, and Whilst the wheelchair may be in motion when the system
• Information about the modules attached to the is being configured, instructions for safe use, training and
wheelchair (e.g. module serial numbers). built-in safety mechanisms minimize the potential for
non-life threatening injuries resulting from inappropriate
The information updates once every 12 hours (when configuration of the wheelchair. The likelihood of the
connected), or whenever requested by an application on aforementioned hazardous situation occurring is remote. A
the iOS device. Note that the wheelchair may be in motion human intermediary, knowledgeable in the control system
at the time of transmission. and specific user needs, can intervene to prevent harm to
the wheelchair user during wheelchair set-up.
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The P&D tools do not allow direct control of the LiNX Loss of diagnostic data transmitted could result in a gap
wheelchair. Complete control of the wheelchair remains in historical information presented to a service technician.
with the end-user at all times. Should a user determine Errors in the wheelchair-specific diagnostic information could
during the customization process that the wheelchair set-up result in short term erroneous information being presented
is inappropriate in providing full control in everyday usage, to a technician. Both conditions may result in wheelchair
they may return the joystick to the neutral position and troubleshooting taking longer than initially estimated.
the wheelchair will come to a complete and safe stop in
a controlled manner. Loss of configuration data transmitted in programming and
diagnostic mode would result in no effect. The existing
Similarly, the user, provider, therapist or clinician, may at any wheelchair configuration would be maintained. Errors in
time turn-off the control system using the power button/s the configuration data transmitted would be rejected by
within the system (for example, on the primary remote built-in safety mechanisms and/or detected during the
module or the attendant control unit). Such action will subsequent evaluation of the configuration updates through
also bring the wheelchair to a complete and safe stop in the prescribed user testing.
a controlled manner.
The programming and diagnostic tools serve no
9.4 Quality of Service specific medical purpose and do not control the
wheelchair's operation. Complete control of the
As per the risk assessment, none of these items can cause wheelchair's actions remain with the user at all
or contribute to a safety hazard should the data link be times.
compromised. Data latency and/or the probability of loss of
service creates an inconvenience only and does not inhibit 9.4.2 Safeguards and Redundancy
the user’s therapy or treatment.
Safeguards will include warnings in the user manuals around
9.4.1 Data Integrity minimum separation distances, the ability to turn off the
Errors in the integrity of the data transmitted are a nuisance Bluetooth connections, inherent encryption of the Bluetooth
and will not cause a safety related issue. Data is not used protocols, and direct indication to a user when a connection
for clinical purposes. is made.

Loss of, or incorrect data transmitted in Mouse Mover mode Due to the nature of the functions using the wireless
could result in loss of, or incorrect movement of the user’s technology, there is no requirement for redundancy.
PC cursor. Similar conditions exist with normal off-the-shelf Security risks are addressed by compliance to recognized
USB or wireless PC mice when their batteries are low. standard AAMI-TIR57:2016 - Principles for medical device

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security - Risk management (FDA recognition No: 13-83) and 9.6.1 Cybersecurity Controls
the NIST Framework as appropriate.
A number of controls are in place to assure that the LiNX
The built-in safety features, such as and without limitation, system software maintains its integrity from the point of
necessity for the LiNX Access Key to be physically present origin to the point at which a system leaves the control of
when configuring the device, the use of standard Bluetooth the manufacturer, and during product use.
security protocols, single connection at any point in time,
limited range, limited exposure time and the visual indication These are summarized below:
of an established connection, minimize the threats and • Devices leaving the point of origin are equipped with
vulnerabilities from malicious attack. a tamper evident seal, which allows for the detection
that a product's case has been opened and thus
9.5 Wireless Coexistence potentially compromised. The Factory Test Interface is
Wireless coexistence testing has been conducted in line with not accessible without opening the case of any given
ANSI C63.27 using the radiated anechoic chamber (RAC) module.
test method. • Once the system leaves the point of origin, it can only
have its software upgraded using the Programming
The LiNX Access Key has been tested per ISO 7176-21:2009 and Diagnostic tools by a healthcare professional or
Clause 5.2.3 at 20 v/m field strength. During testing the a service technician with a LiNX Access Key (LAK)
LiNX Access Key disconnected from its paired device when connected to the charging port. Access controls and
subjected to a frequency of 2.44 GHz. The function of the licensing is provided through the physical LAK.
wheelchair was not impacted by the disruption of the LiNX • Programming can only occur using either the P&D
Access Key wireless communication. If the LiNX Access Key tools or via Single Wire Communication interface, both
becomes disconnected from its paired device during use, through the charging port. The embedded system
remove the wheelchair from the RF field and wirelessly ensures safe envelopes for programmed parameters.
reconnect the device. • The system will only run valid software. Cyclic
9.6 Cybersecurity Redundancy Checks (CRC) are conducted on the
software before it is executed.
The LiNX product range has been designed with cybersecurity
in mind to assure device functionality and safety. The
cybersecurity measures taken address:
• The embedded software,
• The programming and diagnostic tools' software, and
• Bluetooth wireless technology.
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• LiNX products use Class 2 Bluetooth wireless technology.

This technology has built-in safety features that can
maximize the product's integrity. These features include:
– operating range to 10 m (33 ft);
– the use of standard Bluetooth security protocols;
– single connection at any point in time;
– limited exposure time, and
– visual indication when in a connectivity function.
9.6.2 User Actions
Users are not required to take any specific actions in order
to assure cybersecurity of the LiNX system. However, should
the user be concerned about the Bluetooth connection
for any reason, the user can switch off the Bluetooth
functionality by powering down the system. The user also
has the option to power up the system with the Bluetooth
functionality disabled, if they so desire.

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10 Warranty (2) years from the date Invacare ships the product to the
original purchaser or provider: electronics and electrical
10.1 Limited Warranty—US components (excluding batteries), motors, powered seating
actuators, gearboxes. Invacare warrants that the following
Except as otherwise set forth below, Invacare warrants that components of the product will be free from defects in
the following components of the mobility device (“product”) materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year
will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for from the date Invacare ships the product to the original
a period of one (1) year from the date Invacare ships the purchaser or provider: bearings and bushings, upholstered
product to the original purchaser or provider: base frame, materials (excluding normal wear and tear), padded
electronics and electrical components (excluding batteries), materials (excluding normal wear and tear), brake pads
motors, powered seating actuators, gearboxes, bearings and (excluding normal wear and tear), casters (excluding normal
bushings, seat frame, fixed seat post, upholstered materials, wear and tear), tires and tubes (excluding normal wear and
padded materials, casters, tires and tubes (excluding normal tear). Invacare warrants all product batteries will be free
wear and tear). Invacare warrants all product batteries will from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a six (6) months from the date Invacare ships the product to
period of six (6) months from the date Invacare ships the the original purchaser or provider. The warranties described
product to the original purchaser or provider. The warranties above are referred to as the “Warranty”. A copy of the
described above are referred to as the “Warranty”. A copy original product invoice is required for coverage under the
of the original product invoice is required for coverage Warranty.
under the Warranty.
10.3 Repair or Replacement
10.2 Limited Warranty—Canada Invacare's sole obligation and the original purchaser’s
Except as otherwise set forth below, Invacare warrants the exclusive remedy under the Warranty is limited to Invacare’s
base frame of the mobility device (“product”) will be free repair and/or replacement, at Invacare's option, of defective
from defects in materials and workmanship for a period components and batteries covered by the Warranty. Such
of five (5) years from the date Invacare ships the product repair or replacement does not include any labor or
to the original purchaser or provider. Invacare warrants shipping charges incurred by Invacare in the replacement
that the seat frame and fixed seat post will be free from and/or repair of any such component or battery. For
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three Warranty service, please contact the provider from whom
(3) years from the date Invacare ships the product to the you purchased your product. In the event you do not
original purchaser or provider. Invacare warrants that the receive satisfactory Warranty service, please write directly
following components of the product will be free from to Invacare at the address on the bottom of the back cover.
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two Provide provider's name address, date of purchase, indicate
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nature of the defect and, if the product is serialized, indicate 10.5 Disclaimers
the serial number. Do not return products to Invacare
without Invacare’s prior written authorization. The Warranty may not be modified or waived in any manner
whatsoever without Invacare's express written authorization.
10.4 Limitations and Exclusions THE WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER
The Warranty is extended only to the original purchaser WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY
who purchases the product new and unused from Invacare OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE
or a provider. The Warranty is not extended to any other IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
person or entity and is not transferable or assignable to FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
any subsequent purchaser or owner. Coverage under the EXCEPT AND TO THE EXTENT AS MAY BE PROHIBITED BY
Warranty will end upon any such subsequent sale or other STATE OR PROVINCIAL LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL INVACARE
transfer of title to any other person. BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL
The Warranty does not apply to serial numbered products if OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM OR
the serial number has been removed or defaced, products ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO A DEFECT IN ANY
subject to neglect, abuse, accident, improper operation, PRODUCT, OR INVACARE’S PERFORMANCE OR FAILURE TO
maintenance or storage, commercial or fleet use, products PERFORM ANY OF ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS WARRANTY,
modified without Invacare's express written authorization WHETHER OR NOT INVACARE HAS BEEN ADVISED, KNEW
(including, but not limited to, modification through the use OR SHOULD HAVE KNOWN OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
of unauthorized parts or attachments), products damaged DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST PROFITS.
by reason of repairs made to any component without
Invacare's express written authorization, or to a product
damaged by circumstances beyond Invacare's control, and
such evaluation will be solely determined by Invacare.
The Warranty does not apply to problems arising from
normal wear and tear or failure to adhere to the product
instructions. A change in operating noise, particularly
relative to motors and gearboxes does not constitute a
failure or defect and will not be repaired or replaced as all
products are expected to exhibit changes in operating noise
due to aging.

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Invacare Corporation

Canada New Zealand Manufacturer

570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 Invacare New Zealand Ltd Dynamic Controls
Mississauga Ontario, L4Z 4G4 4 Westfield Place, Mt Wellington 1060 17 Print Place
Canada New Zealand P.O. Box 1866
Tel: 800–668–5324 Tel: 0800 468 222 Christchurch 8140
www.invacare.ca www.invacare.co.nz New Zealand
www.dynamiccontrols.com/en/

USA Australia
One Invacare Way Invacare Australia PTY. Ltd.
Elyria, Ohio USA 1 Lenton Place, North Rocks NSW 2151
44035 Australia
Tel: 440–329–6000 Tel: 1800 460 460
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