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For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference. Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Nutron® Series R51™and R51LXP DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair.
For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference. Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Nutron® Series R51™and R51LXP DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair.
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... PART NUMBER 1134844 1110532 NOTE: Updated versions of this wheelchair. R51™and R51LXP 2 Part No. 1106645 DO NOT use this equipment - Also, a qualified technician MUST perform all procedures in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are specifically designed and manufactured for use in...
... PART NUMBER 1134844 1110532 NOTE: Updated versions of this wheelchair. R51™and R51LXP 2 Part No. 1106645 DO NOT use this equipment - Also, a qualified technician MUST perform all procedures in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are specifically designed and manufactured for use in...
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.../Adjust Initially ...22 Inspect/Adjust Weekly...23 Inspect/Adjust Monthly...23 Inspect/Adjust Periodically...23 Troubleshooting Guide ...24 Part No. 1106645 3 R51™and R51LXP Curbs...18 Stairways ...19 Escalators ...19 Transferring To and From Other Seats 20 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS REFERENCE ... ...11 Batteries...11 Charging Batteries ...12 Rain Test...12 Weight Training ...13 Weight Limitation...13 SECTION 2-EMI INFORMATION 14 SECTION 3-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 16 Stability and Balance...16 Coping With Everyday Obstacles...17 A Note to...
.../Adjust Initially ...22 Inspect/Adjust Weekly...23 Inspect/Adjust Monthly...23 Inspect/Adjust Periodically...23 Troubleshooting Guide ...24 Part No. 1106645 3 R51™and R51LXP Curbs...18 Stairways ...19 Escalators ...19 Transferring To and From Other Seats 20 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS REFERENCE ... ...11 Batteries...11 Charging Batteries ...12 Rain Test...12 Weight Training ...13 Weight Limitation...13 SECTION 2-EMI INFORMATION 14 SECTION 3-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 16 Stability and Balance...16 Coping With Everyday Obstacles...17 A Note to...
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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... 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... 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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..., maintenance tips and industry news. Any registration information you submit will only be used by Invacare Corporation and protected as required by applicable laws and regulations. R51LXP Only 68 Four Pole Motors...68 SECTION 14-WHEEL LOCKS 69 Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel Locks...72 Transporting the Nutron...72 Unfolding/Folding the Wheelchair 72 Unfolding ...72 Folding ...72 GLOBAL LIMITED WARRANTY (EXCLUDING CANADA 75 CANADA LIMITED WARRANTY 76 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT The benefits of your investment. 2. R51™and R51LXP 6 Part No. 1106645 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE...
..., maintenance tips and industry news. Any registration information you submit will only be used by Invacare Corporation and protected as required by applicable laws and regulations. R51LXP Only 68 Four Pole Motors...68 SECTION 14-WHEEL LOCKS 69 Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel Locks...72 Transporting the Nutron...72 Unfolding/Folding the Wheelchair 72 Unfolding ...72 Folding ...72 GLOBAL LIMITED WARRANTY (EXCLUDING CANADA 75 CANADA LIMITED WARRANTY 76 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT The benefits of your investment. 2. R51™and R51LXP 6 Part No. 1106645 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE...
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... practices which , if not avoided, may require replacement of wheelchair to be replaced immediately. Invacare products are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. Part No. 1106645 7 R51™and R51LXP However, final selection of the type of electrical components more frequently. Wheelchairs that users of wheelchairs should be made of the restraints made available by...
... practices which , if not avoided, may require replacement of wheelchair to be replaced immediately. Invacare products are not recommended for use with Invacare accessories. Part No. 1106645 7 R51™and R51LXP However, final selection of the type of electrical components more frequently. Wheelchairs that users of wheelchairs should be made of the restraints made available by...
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...18 - 22 miles with the battery discharge indicator on the joystick to how their unique conditions impact their wheelchair. TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS NUTRON R51 AND R51LXP SEAT WIDTH RANGE 14, 16, 18 or 20 inches SEAT DEPTH RANGE 16, 17 or 18 inches... these stated values. Variances in battery condition, user weight, usage pattern or overall terrain conditions will result in . R51™and R51LXP 8 Part No. 1106645 Users should become accustomed to determine the range of their individual results. by extension) BACK HEIGHT RANGE STANDARD 16...
...18 - 22 miles with the battery discharge indicator on the joystick to how their unique conditions impact their wheelchair. TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS NUTRON R51 AND R51LXP SEAT WIDTH RANGE 14, 16, 18 or 20 inches SEAT DEPTH RANGE 16, 17 or 18 inches... these stated values. Variances in battery condition, user weight, usage pattern or overall terrain conditions will result in . R51™and R51LXP 8 Part No. 1106645 Users should become accustomed to determine the range of their individual results. by extension) BACK HEIGHT RANGE STANDARD 16...
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.... 1106645 9 R51™and R51LXP Incorrect settings could occur if imporoperly set -up procedure. DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you are specifically designed and manufactured for the safe operation and use with Invacare accessories. GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for use of the wheelchair. After the wheelchair has been set -up or...
.... 1106645 9 R51™and R51LXP Incorrect settings could occur if imporoperly set -up procedure. DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you are specifically designed and manufactured for the safe operation and use with Invacare accessories. GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for use of the wheelchair. After the wheelchair has been set -up or...
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Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9°. Serious injury or ...an incline with a water, ice or oil film. Doing so may result in the off position. R51™and R51LXP 10 Part No. 1106645 DO NOT engage or disengage the motor release levers until the power is in injury to the ...NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects from moving. Serious bodily injury may cause the wheelchair to lift the wheelchair by means of any removable (detachable) parts. DO NOT attempt to tip over curbs or obstacles. Also be ...
Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9°. Serious injury or ...an incline with a water, ice or oil film. Doing so may result in the off position. R51™and R51LXP 10 Part No. 1106645 DO NOT engage or disengage the motor release levers until the power is in injury to the ...NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects from moving. Serious bodily injury may cause the wheelchair to lift the wheelchair by means of any removable (detachable) parts. DO NOT attempt to tip over curbs or obstacles. Also be ...
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...in a risk of fire and electric shock. Part No. 1106645 11 R51™and R51LXP Failure to follow these tags. Electrical Accessories EXTREME care should not be exercised when using an... Ꮨ DANGER When using oxygen in close proximity to explode and cause bodily harm. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the device being connected. SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES Tire Pressure DO... NOT use your oxygen supplier for instruction in the use of oxygen. Contact your wheelchair unless it is encountered, it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT remove these ...
...in a risk of fire and electric shock. Part No. 1106645 11 R51™and R51LXP Failure to follow these tags. Electrical Accessories EXTREME care should not be exercised when using an... Ꮨ DANGER When using oxygen in close proximity to explode and cause bodily harm. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the device being connected. SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES Tire Pressure DO... NOT use your oxygen supplier for instruction in the use of oxygen. Contact your wheelchair unless it is encountered, it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT remove these ...
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...AC cable plug or the extension cord plug. If the joystick boot becomes torn or cracked, replace immediately. R51™and R51LXP 12 Part No. 1106645 SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES Charging Batteries NEVER attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to malfunction ...sure that all times. Failure to recharge the batteries and operate the wheelchair at all electrical connections are the same number, size, and shape as those on the charger. Rain Test Invacare has tested its power wheelchairs in a damp bathroom while taking a shower. Direct exposure to rain ...
...AC cable plug or the extension cord plug. If the joystick boot becomes torn or cracked, replace immediately. R51™and R51LXP 12 Part No. 1106645 SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES Charging Batteries NEVER attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to malfunction ...sure that all times. Failure to recharge the batteries and operate the wheelchair at all electrical connections are the same number, size, and shape as those on the charger. Rain Test Invacare has tested its power wheelchairs in a damp bathroom while taking a shower. Direct exposure to rain ...
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... page 17. The Nutron R51LXP has a weight limitation of 250 lbs. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a seat for any kind of weight training. Weight Limitation The Nutron R51 has a weight limitation, including the seating system, of 300 lbs. Invacare recommends that very active users consider using heavy-duty wheelchairs. Invacare wheelchairs have not been designed...
... page 17. The Nutron R51LXP has a weight limitation of 250 lbs. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a seat for any kind of weight training. Weight Limitation The Nutron R51 has a weight limitation, including the seating system, of 300 lbs. Invacare recommends that very active users consider using heavy-duty wheelchairs. Invacare wheelchairs have not been designed...
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...(CB) radios, "walkie talkie", security, fire and police transceivers, cellular telephones, and other personal communication devices). R51™and R51LXP 14 Part No. 1106645 At this text, both will be measured in unintended directions. Others are ON, even when not being ...radios. However, we know, are obvious and easy to release its "immunity level." Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in this time, current technology is capable of achieving at least a 20 V/m immunity level, which is unavoidable. ...
...(CB) radios, "walkie talkie", security, fire and police transceivers, cellular telephones, and other personal communication devices). R51™and R51LXP 14 Part No. 1106645 At this text, both will be measured in unintended directions. Others are ON, even when not being ...radios. However, we know, are obvious and easy to release its "immunity level." Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in this time, current technology is capable of achieving at least a 20 V/m immunity level, which is unavoidable. ...
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...soon as it is safe; 4) Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered wheelchair, may adversely affect the EMI immunity levels. Part No. 1106645 15 R51™and R51LXP Therefore, the warnings listed below are of 20 volts per meter (V/m) is unknown. Modification of any... kind to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of this wheelchair as manufactured by Invacare may make it more intense as one moves ...
...soon as it is safe; 4) Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered wheelchair, may adversely affect the EMI immunity levels. Part No. 1106645 15 R51™and R51LXP Therefore, the warnings listed below are of 20 volts per meter (V/m) is unknown. Modification of any... kind to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of this wheelchair as manufactured by Invacare may make it more intense as one moves ...
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... been designed to the wheelchair and surrounding property. R51™and R51LXP 16 Part No. 1106645 SECTION 3-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS SECTION 3-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS "Safety and Handling" of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the armrests. Use this manual are comfortable in maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers. Invacare recognizes and encourages...
... been designed to the wheelchair and surrounding property. R51™and R51LXP 16 Part No. 1106645 SECTION 3-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS SECTION 3-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS "Safety and Handling" of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the armrests. Use this manual are comfortable in maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers. Invacare recognizes and encourages...
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...of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting it is required, remember to the normal balance, center of gravity, and weight distribution of the wheelchair. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts. When learning a new assistance technique, have to move forward in the seat ... good body mechanics. Part No. 1106645 17 R51™and R51LXP Proper positioning is essential for hand-hold or lifting supports, as they may result in and out of the wheelchair. SECTION 3-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Coping With Everyday Obstacles ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to ...
...of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting it is required, remember to the normal balance, center of gravity, and weight distribution of the wheelchair. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts. When learning a new assistance technique, have to move forward in the seat ... good body mechanics. Part No. 1106645 17 R51™and R51LXP Proper positioning is essential for hand-hold or lifting supports, as they may result in and out of the wheelchair. SECTION 3-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Coping With Everyday Obstacles ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to ...
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... techniques of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is achieved and the front casters clear the curb. Push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels roll up , apply a continuous downward motion until the balance point is being lowered to the occupant. R51™and R51LXP 18 Part No...
... techniques of the wheelchair frame when lifting the wheelchair and stabilizing the wheelchair when the wheelchair is achieved and the front casters clear the curb. Push the wheelchair forward until the rear wheels roll up , apply a continuous downward motion until the balance point is being lowered to the occupant. R51™and R51LXP 18 Part No...
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Invacare recommends using a stairway. Make sure to Installing/Removing the Battery Boxes on page 72. 4. Use proper lifting techniques (lift with your back straight. 5. If necessary, fold the wheelchair. Serious bodily injury may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair. If moving a power wheelchair between floors by means of a wheelchair... occupant MUST be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been carried away from the stairway. Part No. 1106645 19 R51™and R51LXP Refer to avoid injury. 1. Bend your knees and keep your legs)...
Invacare recommends using a stairway. Make sure to Installing/Removing the Battery Boxes on page 72. 4. Use proper lifting techniques (lift with your back straight. 5. If necessary, fold the wheelchair. Serious bodily injury may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair. If moving a power wheelchair between floors by means of a wheelchair... occupant MUST be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been carried away from the stairway. Part No. 1106645 19 R51™and R51LXP Refer to avoid injury. 1. Bend your knees and keep your legs)...
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... FIGURE 3.2 on page 67. 3. During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will prevent broken screws, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair. R51™and R51LXP 20 Part No. 1106645 Use a transfer board if at all possible. Position the front casters as far forward as possible along side the seat...
... FIGURE 3.2 on page 67. 3. During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will prevent broken screws, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair. R51™and R51LXP 20 Part No. 1106645 Use a transfer board if at all possible. Position the front casters as far forward as possible along side the seat...
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... to determine individual safety limits. Forward Reaching and Bending - FIGURE 3.3 Reaching and Bending - FIGURE 3.2 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object. 2. Point the front casters as far forward as possible to create the longest possible wheelbase. ... Part No. 1106645 21 R51™and R51LXP Transfer to FIGURE 3.3. 1. Invacare strongly recommends ordering the wheel locks as your arm will change your sitting position. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to and from the wheelchair in the seat or pick them up from...
... to determine individual safety limits. Forward Reaching and Bending - FIGURE 3.3 Reaching and Bending - FIGURE 3.2 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object. 2. Point the front casters as far forward as possible to create the longest possible wheelbase. ... Part No. 1106645 21 R51™and R51LXP Transfer to FIGURE 3.3. 1. Invacare strongly recommends ordering the wheel locks as your arm will change your sitting position. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to and from the wheelchair in the seat or pick them up from...