Kuschall Advance Manual Wheelchair
K162696 · Invacare Corporation · IOR · Dec 28, 2016 · Physical Medicine
Device Facts
| Record ID | K162696 |
| Device Name | Kuschall Advance Manual Wheelchair |
| Applicant | Invacare Corporation |
| Product Code | IOR · Physical Medicine |
| Decision Date | Dec 28, 2016 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 890.3850 |
| Device Class | Class 1 |
Intended Use
The device is indicated to provide mobility to persons limited to a sitting position.
Device Story
Manual or attendant-operated wheelchair; provides mobility for individuals limited to sitting position. Features include rear wheels with hand rims/tires, front castors, tube-style frame, footrest, carbon cloth guards, fold-down/locking backrest, wheel locks, and quick-release axles. Carbon seat pan utilizes central Velcro band for fixation. Available in various seat widths, depths, and heights; weight capacity 276 lbs. Used in clinical or home environments; operated by patient or attendant. Output is physical mobility support. Benefits include improved patient independence and accessibility.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by non-clinical bench testing, including static stability, brake effectiveness, dimensions/maneuvering space, static/impact/fatigue strength, and flammability (RESNA WC-1:2009, CAL 117:2013). Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993-1, including cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5) and skin irritation (ISO 10993-10).
Technological Characteristics
Manual wheelchair; carbon seat pan; tube-style frame. Complies with RESNA WC-1:2009 standards for stability, strength, and dimensions. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-1, 10993-5, and 10993-10. Weight capacity 276 lbs; seat width 13.5"-18"; seat depth 14"-20.5"; back angle 78°-94°. No electronic components or software.
Indications for Use
Indicated for persons limited to a sitting position requiring mobility assistance.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A mechanical wheelchair is a manually operated device with wheels that is intended for medical purposes to provide mobility to persons restricted to a sitting position.
Predicate Devices
- Küschall Design K3/K4 Series Manual Wheelchair (K982336)
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
December 28, 2016
Invacare Corporation Elijah Wreh Regulatory Affairs Manager (pre-market) One Invacare Way Elyria, Ohio 44035
Re: K162696
Trade/Device Name: Kuschall Advance Manual Wheelchair Regulation Number: 21 CFR 890.3850 Regulation Name: Mechanical Wheelchair Regulatory Class: Class I Product Code: IOR Dated: September 26, 2016 Received: September 27, 2016
Dear Elijah Wreh:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food. Drug. and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device
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related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely,
# Michael J. Hoffmann -S
Carlos L. Peña, PhD, MS for Director Division of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K162696
#### Device Name Küschall Advance Manual Wheelchair
| <b>Indications for Use (<i>Describe</i>)</b> |
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| The device is indicated to provide mobility to persons limited to a sitting position. |
| Type of Use ( <i>Select one or both, as applicable</i> ) | |
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Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
X Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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### 510(k) Summary
| SUBMITTER: | Invacare Corporation<br>One Invacare Way<br>Elyria, OH 44035 |
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| | Phone: (440) 329-6840<br>Email: ewreh@invacare.com |
| CONTACT PERSON: | Elijah N. Wreh<br>Regulatory Affairs Manager (Pre-Market) |
| MANUFACTURER: | KUSCHALL AG<br>Benkenstrasse 260<br>Witterswil Solothurn<br>SWITZERLAND 4108 |
| Date Prepared: | December 19, 2016 |
| DEVICE<br>Name of Device:<br>Common or Usual Name:<br>Classification Name: | Küschall Advance Manual Wheelchair<br>Wheelchair, Mechanical<br>Mechanical Wheelchair 21 CFR §890.3850 |
| Regulatory Class: | I |
| Product Code: | IOR |
| PREDICATE DEVICE:<br>(K982336) | Küschall Design K3/K4 Series Manual Wheelchair |
| | No reference devices were used in this submission |
### DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The subject Küschall Advance Manual Wheelchair is available in a number of seat width, depth and height option. The subject device is a manual or attendant operated wheelchair that is indicated to provide mobility to persons limited to a sitting position with a weight capacity of 276 lbs. The standard components of the subject device include a complete rear wheels (hand rims and tires), front castors, tube style, footrest, carbon cloth guards, fold down and locking backrest, wheel locks and quick release axles. The carbon seat pan has a central Velcro band that is used for fixation. There is no prior submission for the subject device.
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### INDICATIONS FOR USE
The device is indicated to provide mobility to persons limited to a sitting position.
# COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE DEVICE
The device comparison showed that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the previously cleared Küschall K3-K4 Series Manual Wheelchair (K982336) in regards to intended use, design, materials, and operational principles to provide mobility to persons limited to a sitting position.
| Device | Küschall Advance | Küschall Design K3/K4 Series Manual<br>Wheelchair |
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| 510(k) Number | Subject Device<br>Pending Submission<br>(K162696) | Predicate Device<br>(K982336) |
| Indications for<br>Use | The device is indicated to provide mobility to persons<br>limited to a sitting position. | Provide mobility to persons limited to a<br>sitting position. |
| Design | | |
| Weight Limit | 276 lbs. | 265 lbs. |
| Seat Width | 13.5"-18" | 14"-18" |
| Seat Depth | 14"-20.5" | 14"-18" |
| Back Style | Angle adjustable and foldable | Angle adjustable and foldable |
| Back Height | 10.5"-19" | 10.5"-19" |
| Back Angle | 78°-94° | 70°-90° |
| Number of Wheels | 4 | 3 or 4 |
| Rear Wheel Sizes | 22"-26" | 24" |
| Device Weight | 19.4 lbs.<br>13.7 lbs (without wheels) | 21 lbs. |
### Design Comparison – Invacare Küschall Advance Manual Wheelchair
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### PERFORMANCE DATA
### Non-Clinical Test
The Küschall Advance Manual Wheelchair has been evaluated through non-clinical
performance testing and is in compliance with the following test standards:
- RESNA WC-1:2009 Section 1: Determination of Static Stability
- RESNA WC-1:2009 Section 3: Determination of Effectiveness of Brakes ●
- RESNA WC-1:2009 Section 5: Determination of Dimensions, Mass and Maneuvering Space
- . RESNA WC-1:2009 Section 7: Method of Measurement of Seating and Wheel Dimensions
- RESNA WC-1:2009 Section 8: Requirements and Test Methods for Static, Impact and ● Fatigue Strengths
- RESNA WC-1:2009 Section 11: Test Dummies
- RESNA WC-1:2009 Section 13: Determination of Coefficient of Friction of Test ● Surfaces
- RESNA WC-1:2009 Section 15: Requirements for Information Disclosure, . Documentation and Labeling
- RESNA WC-1:2009 Section 16: Resistance to Ignition of Upholstered Parts ●
- CAL 117:2013 Section 1: Flammability testing .
Testing demonstrated that the subject Küschall Advance Manual Wheelchair is substantially
equivalent to the marketed predicate device identified throughout this 510(k) submission.
### Biocompatibility Testing
The biocompatibility evaluation for the subject Küschall Advance Manual Wheelchair was conducted in accordance with the FDA Blue Book Memorandum #G95 – 1 "Use of International Standard ISO - 10993, 'Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 1: Evaluation and Testing,"" May 1, 1995, and International Standard ISO 10993 - 1 "Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 1 : Evaluation and Testing Within a Risk Management Process," as recognized by FDA. The battery of testing included the following tests:
- AAMI / ANSI / ISO 10993-5:2009, Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 5: . Tests for in vitro Cytotoxicity
- AAMI / ANSI / ISO 10993-10:2010. Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 10: . Tests for Skin Irritation
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### Animal Study
Animal testing was not required for this submission.
### Clinical Testing
Clinical testing was not required to demonstrate substantial equivalence to the predicate device.
# CONCLUSIONS
The subject device has the same intended use and similar technological characteristics as the predicate device. The non-clinical laboratory data support the substantial equivalence of the subject Küschall Advance Manual Wheelchair and demonstrate that the subject device should perform as intended in the specified use conditions. Therefore, the Küschall Advance Manual Wheelchair is substantially equivalent to the predicate device identified throughout this submission