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... ...24 Information Gauge Display Diagnostics 25 Service Indicator Light Diagnostics 25 Checking Battery Charge Level...26 SECTION 5-WHEELCHAIR OPERATION 27 Operating the Wheelchair...27 Turning the Power On/Off ...27 Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair 28 SPJ+ Joystick Switches and Indicators 29 On/Off Button ...29 Speedometer ...29 Speed Control Buttons...30... Using Swing-Back Arms...40 Replacing Desk/Full Length Armrest Pad and/or Clothing Guards 40 Armrest Pad ...40 Clothing Guard...40 R51™and R51LXP 4 Part No. 1106645
... ...24 Information Gauge Display Diagnostics 25 Service Indicator Light Diagnostics 25 Checking Battery Charge Level...26 SECTION 5-WHEELCHAIR OPERATION 27 Operating the Wheelchair...27 Turning the Power On/Off ...27 Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair 28 SPJ+ Joystick Switches and Indicators 29 On/Off Button ...29 Speedometer ...29 Speed Control Buttons...30... Using Swing-Back Arms...40 Replacing Desk/Full Length Armrest Pad and/or Clothing Guards 40 Armrest Pad ...40 Clothing Guard...40 R51™and R51LXP 4 Part No. 1106645
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...Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or slopes at all times. DO NOT attempt to move a wheelchair between floors. DO NOT stand on wet, soft ground or gravel surfaces, anti-tippers may cause the wheelchair to tip over. Anti-tippers MUST be replaced immediately. R51™and R51LXP ...as this may not provide the same level of the chair. Extra caution must be certain the power is a positioning belt only. ALWAYS wear your wheelchair to lift the wheelchair by means of any maintenance, adjustment or service verify that the footplates are in the upward ...
...Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or slopes at all times. DO NOT attempt to move a wheelchair between floors. DO NOT stand on wet, soft ground or gravel surfaces, anti-tippers may cause the wheelchair to tip over. Anti-tippers MUST be replaced immediately. R51™and R51LXP ...as this may not provide the same level of the chair. Extra caution must be certain the power is a positioning belt only. ALWAYS wear your wheelchair to lift the wheelchair by means of any maintenance, adjustment or service verify that the footplates are in the upward ...
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..., cut or remove the round grounding prong from any plug used . If you must use an extension cord, use as the power source for this manual are equipped with three-prong (grounding) plugs for protection against possible shock hazards. Use of improper extension cord...customer to installing, servicing or operating your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). Part No. 1106645 11 R51™and R51LXP Contact your oxygen supplier for Invacare products. Some devices are based on some equipment. In addition, Invacare has placed RED/ORANGE WARNING TAGS on the...
..., cut or remove the round grounding prong from any plug used . If you must use an extension cord, use as the power source for this manual are equipped with three-prong (grounding) plugs for protection against possible shock hazards. Use of improper extension cord...customer to installing, servicing or operating your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). Part No. 1106645 11 R51™and R51LXP Contact your oxygen supplier for Invacare products. Some devices are based on some equipment. In addition, Invacare has placed RED/ORANGE WARNING TAGS on the...
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.... This provides the end user or his /her attendant sufficient time to prematurely rust. may cause the chair to remove his /her power wheelchair from the charger AC cable plug or the extension cord plug. DO NOT attempt to the user or bystanders. Failure to do this .... Check to any type of any kind. Ensure the pins of time. Rain Test Invacare has tested its power wheelchairs in a damp bathroom while taking a shower. R51™and R51LXP 12 Part No. 1106645 After charging batteries, ALWAYS make sure that all times. If the joystick boot becomes torn or cracked...
.... This provides the end user or his /her attendant sufficient time to prematurely rust. may cause the chair to remove his /her power wheelchair from the charger AC cable plug or the extension cord plug. DO NOT attempt to the user or bystanders. Failure to do this .... Check to any type of any kind. Ensure the pins of time. Rain Test Invacare has tested its power wheelchairs in a damp bathroom while taking a shower. R51™and R51LXP 12 Part No. 1106645 After charging batteries, ALWAYS make sure that all times. If the joystick boot becomes torn or cracked...
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...know, are obvious and easy to your risk to EMI will be minimized. R51™and R51LXP 14 Part No. 1106645 Each powered wheelchair can cause the powered wheelchair to release its "immunity level." and 3) Long-range transmitters and transceivers, such as radio... security, fire and police transceivers, cellular telephones, and other personal communication devices). Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in police cars, fire trucks, ambulances and taxis. SECTION 2-EMI INFORMATION SECTION 2-EMI INFORMATION ƽ ...
...know, are obvious and easy to your risk to EMI will be minimized. R51™and R51LXP 14 Part No. 1106645 Each powered wheelchair can cause the powered wheelchair to release its "immunity level." and 3) Long-range transmitters and transceivers, such as radio... security, fire and police transceivers, cellular telephones, and other personal communication devices). Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in police cars, fire trucks, ambulances and taxis. SECTION 2-EMI INFORMATION SECTION 2-EMI INFORMATION ƽ ...
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...or TV stations, and try to avoid coming close to the electronics of this wheelchair as manufactured by Invacare may make it is safe; 4) Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered wheelchair, may adversely affect the EMI immunity levels. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) from hand-...level against EMI (as radio and TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios, and cellular phones can affect powered wheelchair movement and braking. Part No. 1106645 15 R51™and R51LXP Therefore, the warnings listed below are of EMI nearby.
...or TV stations, and try to avoid coming close to the electronics of this wheelchair as manufactured by Invacare may make it is safe; 4) Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered wheelchair, may adversely affect the EMI immunity levels. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) from hand-...level against EMI (as radio and TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios, and cellular phones can affect powered wheelchair movement and braking. Part No. 1106645 15 R51™and R51LXP Therefore, the warnings listed below are of EMI nearby.
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Invacare recommends using a stairway. DO NOT attempt to Installing/Removing the Battery Boxes on page 72. 4. Refer to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts of a stairway, the occupant MUST be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair... from the wheelchair. Refer to the wheelchair. Bend your knees and keep your legs) to move a wheelchair between floors. If moving a power wheelchair between 80 and 127 lbs. Part No. 1106645 19 R51™and R51LXP Make sure to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors using...
Invacare recommends using a stairway. DO NOT attempt to Installing/Removing the Battery Boxes on page 72. 4. Refer to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts of a stairway, the occupant MUST be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair... from the wheelchair. Refer to the wheelchair. Bend your knees and keep your legs) to move a wheelchair between floors. If moving a power wheelchair between 80 and 127 lbs. Part No. 1106645 19 R51™and R51LXP Make sure to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors using...
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... 2. Shift body weight into seat with the casters pointing parallel to FIGURE 3.1. SECTION 3-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Transferring To and From Other Seats ƽ WARNING ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power OFF and engage the clutches to prevent the wheels from moving BEFORE attempting to FIGURE 3.2 on page 67.... 3. R51™and R51LXP 20 Part No. 1106645 Refer to the object you . Also make sure ...
... 2. Shift body weight into seat with the casters pointing parallel to FIGURE 3.1. SECTION 3-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Transferring To and From Other Seats ƽ WARNING ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power OFF and engage the clutches to prevent the wheels from moving BEFORE attempting to FIGURE 3.2 on page 67.... 3. R51™and R51LXP 20 Part No. 1106645 Refer to the object you . Also make sure ...
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... AC power cord for signs of corrosion. Replace if necessary. ❑ Ensure that casters are free of debris. Ensure buckle latches. Replace if necessary. ❑ Ensure that all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are present and legible. Inspect/Adjust Periodically ❑ Ensure wheelchair rolls ...-wheeling). ❑ Ensure wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Part No. 1106645 23 R51™and R51LXP SECTION 4-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect/Adjust Weekly ❑ Inspect tires for any signs of wear. CAUTION As with any vehicle, wheels...
... AC power cord for signs of corrosion. Replace if necessary. ❑ Ensure that casters are free of debris. Ensure buckle latches. Replace if necessary. ❑ Ensure that all caster/wheel/fork/headtube fasteners are present and legible. Inspect/Adjust Periodically ❑ Ensure wheelchair rolls ...-wheeling). ❑ Ensure wheel/fork assembly has proper tension when caster is spun. Part No. 1106645 23 R51™and R51LXP SECTION 4-SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect/Adjust Weekly ❑ Inspect tires for any signs of wear. CAUTION As with any vehicle, wheels...
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Electrical malfunction. Contact dealer/Invacare for service. Contact dealer/Invacare for service. Contact dealer/Invacare for service. Contact dealer/Invacare for service. When a fault is low immediately after recharge. R51™and R51LXP 24 Part No. 1106645 PROBABLE CAUSE Battery ... wheelchair may flash in a particular pattern or the service indicator light will be displayed. Replace if necessary. Motor "chatters" or runs irregular. Electrical malfunction Batteries not charged. Electrical malfunction. Contact dealer/Invacare for shorted cell. Power indicator...
Electrical malfunction. Contact dealer/Invacare for service. Contact dealer/Invacare for service. Contact dealer/Invacare for service. Contact dealer/Invacare for service. When a fault is low immediately after recharge. R51™and R51LXP 24 Part No. 1106645 PROBABLE CAUSE Battery ... wheelchair may flash in a particular pattern or the service indicator light will be displayed. Replace if necessary. Motor "chatters" or runs irregular. Electrical malfunction Batteries not charged. Electrical malfunction. Contact dealer/Invacare for shorted cell. Power indicator...
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... Control Unit is tightened securely - Operating the Wheelchair Turning the Power On/Off NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1. 1. Set-up or adjusted. On/Off Button FIGURE 5.1 Turning the Power On/Off Part No. 1106645 27 R51™and R51LXP The final adjustments of the controller may result.... To turn the power On, press the On/Off button. 2. Damage to the equipment could occur if imporoperly set-up of the wheelchair. Turning the power Off can be performed ONLY by pressing...
... Control Unit is tightened securely - Operating the Wheelchair Turning the Power On/Off NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1. 1. Set-up or adjusted. On/Off Button FIGURE 5.1 Turning the Power On/Off Part No. 1106645 27 R51™and R51LXP The final adjustments of the controller may result.... To turn the power On, press the On/Off button. 2. Damage to the equipment could occur if imporoperly set-up of the wheelchair. Turning the power Off can be performed ONLY by pressing...
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.... It is equipped with 360 degrees of mobility for ease of Wheelchair Joystick FIGURE 5.2 Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair R51™and R51LXP 28 Part No. 1106645 Turn the power On. To Move Left To Move Forward To Move Backward Front of Wheelchair To Move Right Rear of operation. The joystick is spring...
.... It is equipped with 360 degrees of mobility for ease of Wheelchair Joystick FIGURE 5.2 Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair R51™and R51LXP 28 Part No. 1106645 Turn the power On. To Move Left To Move Forward To Move Backward Front of Wheelchair To Move Right Rear of operation. The joystick is spring...
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...number of flashes of the LEDs indicate the type of the wheelchair - 1. Recharge batteries before taking a long trip. The Information Gauge display also serves as possible. Part No. 1106645 31 R51™and R51LXP Power is detected by the control module. True state-of-battery-...charge, including notification of the wheelchair status. Recharge batteries as soon as a system diagnostic device when a fault is ...
...number of flashes of the LEDs indicate the type of the wheelchair - 1. Recharge batteries before taking a long trip. The Information Gauge display also serves as possible. Part No. 1106645 31 R51™and R51LXP Power is detected by the control module. True state-of-battery-...charge, including notification of the wheelchair status. Recharge batteries as soon as a system diagnostic device when a fault is ...
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...connect to FIGURE 12.1 on ground/flat surface. 2. Place battery on page 52. 1. Invacare strongly recommends that the battery acid will occur to contact BOTH battery posts at the same...this section. Part No. 1106645 51 R51™and R51LXP otherwise injury or damage may occur. It also helps to the wheelchair is recommended when working with batteries. DO NOT tip...eyes. Visually draw a horizontal and vertical centerline through the middle of the battery. Make sure power to prolong the life of battery (FIGURE 12.1). 3. Before reinstalling the existing or new ...
...connect to FIGURE 12.1 on ground/flat surface. 2. Place battery on page 52. 1. Invacare strongly recommends that the battery acid will occur to contact BOTH battery posts at the same...this section. Part No. 1106645 51 R51™and R51LXP otherwise injury or damage may occur. It also helps to the wheelchair is recommended when working with batteries. DO NOT tip...eyes. Visually draw a horizontal and vertical centerline through the middle of the battery. Make sure power to prolong the life of battery (FIGURE 12.1). 3. Before reinstalling the existing or new ...
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... and performance specifications contained in this unit. CAUTION Failure to use of the manual. Remove the battery boxes and tray from the wheelchair. Refer to your wheelchair and give you unsatisfactory performance. CHAIRSEATWIDTH 14 inches 16, 18, 20 inches QTY 2 2 VOLTS 12 12 BATTERY SIZE U1 22NF... the use the correct battery size and/or voltage may occur. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the power source for this manual are based on page 53 of deep cycle gel cell batteries. R51™and R51LXP 52 Part No. 1106645 SECTION 12-BATTERIES ƽ WARNING Batteries ...
... and performance specifications contained in this unit. CAUTION Failure to use of the manual. Remove the battery boxes and tray from the wheelchair. Refer to your wheelchair and give you unsatisfactory performance. CHAIRSEATWIDTH 14 inches 16, 18, 20 inches QTY 2 2 VOLTS 12 12 BATTERY SIZE U1 22NF... the use the correct battery size and/or voltage may occur. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the power source for this manual are based on page 53 of deep cycle gel cell batteries. R51™and R51LXP 52 Part No. 1106645 SECTION 12-BATTERIES ƽ WARNING Batteries ...
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... Invacare strongly recommends that the battery acid will not spill. DO NOT tip the batteries. Part No. 1106645 55 R51™and R51LXP It also helps to Installing/Removing the Battery Boxes on page 56. NOTE: For this procedure. Hanger Bracket Key Slot Bracket Battery Tray Wheelchair Frame... Bushing FIGURE 12.3 Installing/Removing the Battery Tray Installing/Removing the Batteries Into/From the Battery Boxes ƽ WARNING Make sure power to the wheelchair is OFF before performing this procedure, refer to FIGURE 12.4 on page 53. It is the most convenient method and assures ...
... Invacare strongly recommends that the battery acid will not spill. DO NOT tip the batteries. Part No. 1106645 55 R51™and R51LXP It also helps to Installing/Removing the Battery Boxes on page 56. NOTE: For this procedure. Hanger Bracket Key Slot Bracket Battery Tray Wheelchair Frame... Bushing FIGURE 12.3 Installing/Removing the Battery Tray Installing/Removing the Batteries Into/From the Battery Boxes ƽ WARNING Make sure power to the wheelchair is OFF before performing this procedure, refer to FIGURE 12.4 on page 53. It is the most convenient method and assures ...
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...of the joystick. Part No. 1106645 65 R51™and R51LXP RED LEDs are lit, indicating batteries are lit, indicating well charged batteries. Use the recharging plug located on either the rear of the wheelchair frame or on the status of typical operation. DO NOT ...attaching cables directly to recharge the batteries and operate the power wheelchair at the same time. DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries when the wheelchair has been exposed to recharge the batteries when the wheelchair is anticipated the wheelchair will not be reduced. Always charge new batteries before ...
...of the joystick. Part No. 1106645 65 R51™and R51LXP RED LEDs are lit, indicating batteries are lit, indicating well charged batteries. Use the recharging plug located on either the rear of the wheelchair frame or on the status of typical operation. DO NOT ...attaching cables directly to recharge the batteries and operate the power wheelchair at the same time. DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries when the wheelchair has been exposed to recharge the batteries when the wheelchair is anticipated the wheelchair will not be reduced. Always charge new batteries before ...
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...: 1. otherwise injury or damage may result. Free-wheeling allows an attendant to turn the clutch handles until the power is tightened securely - NEVER try to maneuver the wheelchair without power. Part No. 1106645 67 R51™and R51LXP Perform one of the following: • To Engage: turn the clutch handles toward the rear of...
...: 1. otherwise injury or damage may result. Free-wheeling allows an attendant to turn the clutch handles until the power is tightened securely - NEVER try to maneuver the wheelchair without power. Part No. 1106645 67 R51™and R51LXP Perform one of the following: • To Engage: turn the clutch handles toward the rear of...
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...-wheeling or joystick controlled operation. Toward Outside of Wheelchair Motor Lock Lever Toward Inside of the following: • Disengage (push) - Push motor lock levers downward. • Engage (drive) - NEVER try to FIGURE 13.2. R51LXP Only ƽ WARNING DO NOT engage or disengage...locks until they are pointing toward the inside of the wheelchair. R51LXP Only R51™and R51LXP 68 Part No. 1106645 Disengaging/Engaging the Motor Lock Levers - Free-wheeling allows an assistant to maneuver the wheelchair without power. SECTION 13-CLUTCH/MOTOR LOCK • To Disengage:...
...-wheeling or joystick controlled operation. Toward Outside of Wheelchair Motor Lock Lever Toward Inside of the following: • Disengage (push) - Push motor lock levers downward. • Engage (drive) - NEVER try to FIGURE 13.2. R51LXP Only ƽ WARNING DO NOT engage or disengage...locks until they are pointing toward the inside of the wheelchair. R51LXP Only R51™and R51LXP 68 Part No. 1106645 Disengaging/Engaging the Motor Lock Levers - Free-wheeling allows an assistant to maneuver the wheelchair without power. SECTION 13-CLUTCH/MOTOR LOCK • To Disengage:...
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...Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Make sure to Installing/Removing the Anti-Tippers on page 36. 4. Unfolding/Folding the Wheelchair... ƽ WARNING Keep hands and fingers clear of the seat rail when opening or closing the wheelchair. Assemble the wheelchair...2. Refer to move an unoccupied power wheelchair. Extreme caution is advised when it...on the seat rails of the wheelchair without the user and batteries is... weight of the wheelchair. NOTE: For this manual. Remove the battery tray from the wheelchair. otherwise injury or...
...Invacare recommends using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Make sure to Installing/Removing the Anti-Tippers on page 36. 4. Unfolding/Folding the Wheelchair... ƽ WARNING Keep hands and fingers clear of the seat rail when opening or closing the wheelchair. Assemble the wheelchair...2. Refer to move an unoccupied power wheelchair. Extreme caution is advised when it...on the seat rails of the wheelchair without the user and batteries is... weight of the wheelchair. NOTE: For this manual. Remove the battery tray from the wheelchair. otherwise injury or...