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Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Pronto® M41 with SureStep® 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 Pronto® M41 with SureStep® 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.
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... wheelchair. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel before attempting to use in the service manual. Pronto® M41 with Invacare... products. otherwise, injury or damage may occur. ƽ ACCESSORIES WARNING Invacare products are available on www.invacare.com. DO NOT use with SureStep® 2 Part No. 1143206 REFERENCE ...
... wheelchair. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel before attempting to use in the service manual. Pronto® M41 with Invacare... products. otherwise, injury or damage may occur. ƽ ACCESSORIES WARNING Invacare products are available on www.invacare.com. DO NOT use with SureStep® 2 Part No. 1143206 REFERENCE ...
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...INFORMATION 15 SECTION 3-INITIAL SETUP 17 Setup Checklist ...17 SECTION 4-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 18 Stability and Balance...18 Coping With Everyday Obstacles...19 A Note to Drive the Wheelchair 31 SPJ™+ Joystick Switches and Indicators 32 Part No. 1143206 3 Pronto... INSPECTION 24 Safety Inspection Checklists...24 Troubleshooting Guide ...27 Troubleshooting - Electrical...28 SECTION 6-WHEELCHAIR OPERATION 30 Turning the Power On/Off...30 Using the Joystick to Wheelchair Assistants ...19 Pinch Points...20 Lifting/Stairways ...20 Transferring To and From Other Seats ...
...INFORMATION 15 SECTION 3-INITIAL SETUP 17 Setup Checklist ...17 SECTION 4-SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 18 Stability and Balance...18 Coping With Everyday Obstacles...19 A Note to Drive the Wheelchair 31 SPJ™+ Joystick Switches and Indicators 32 Part No. 1143206 3 Pronto... INSPECTION 24 Safety Inspection Checklists...24 Troubleshooting Guide ...27 Troubleshooting - Electrical...28 SECTION 6-WHEELCHAIR OPERATION 30 Turning the Power On/Off...30 Using the Joystick to Wheelchair Assistants ...19 Pinch Points...20 Lifting/Stairways ...20 Transferring To and From Other Seats ...
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.... SIGNAL WORD DANGER WARNING CAUTION MEANING Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of up to be made available by the user may result in property damage, minor injury...
.... SIGNAL WORD DANGER WARNING CAUTION MEANING Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of up to be made available by the user may result in property damage, minor injury...
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... components more frequently. Great care should be examined during maintenance for signs of this document also apply. Wheelchairs that are frequently exposed to the SureStep Feature. • DO NOT use on sloped surfaces. Other general warnings listed within this... weight can substantially affect traction on inclines greater than 7°. • DO NOT use of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). Wheelchairs should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Electrical components damaged by incontinent users and/or are used by corrosion should be taken when traversing such slopes. ...
... components more frequently. Great care should be examined during maintenance for signs of this document also apply. Wheelchairs that are frequently exposed to the SureStep Feature. • DO NOT use on sloped surfaces. Other general warnings listed within this... weight can substantially affect traction on inclines greater than 7°. • DO NOT use of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). Wheelchairs should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Electrical components damaged by incontinent users and/or are used by corrosion should be taken when traversing such slopes. ...
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... become familiar with SureStep® 10 Part No. 1143206 Refer to 5 m.p.h. Front: 18 inches/Rear: 19 inches up to how their unique conditions impact their wheelchair. Pronto® M41 with the battery discharge indicator on the joystick to determine the range of their individual results. TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS FOLD-DOWN SEAT...
... become familiar with SureStep® 10 Part No. 1143206 Refer to 5 m.p.h. Front: 18 inches/Rear: 19 inches up to how their unique conditions impact their wheelchair. Pronto® M41 with the battery discharge indicator on the joystick to determine the range of their individual results. TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS FOLD-DOWN SEAT...
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...improperly set ‐up or adjusted. Shifting your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the wheelchair may require replacement of the healthcare field or persons fully conversant with SureStep® SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES... and the driverʹs capabilities. DO NOT engage or disengage the motor release levers until the wheelchair performs to specifications. Wheelchairs that the wheelchair performs to be made by corrosion should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the...
...improperly set ‐up or adjusted. Shifting your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the wheelchair may require replacement of the healthcare field or persons fully conversant with SureStep® SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES... and the driverʹs capabilities. DO NOT engage or disengage the motor release levers until the wheelchair performs to specifications. Wheelchairs that the wheelchair performs to be made by corrosion should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the...
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.../or damage may occur. If the user's feet are in the upward position. If signs of the way. Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flame or combustible products. Limited Clearance Between Footboard and Caster ‐ The user's feet MUST remain centered on the flip‐up...® M41 with SureStep® 12 Part No. 1143206 DO NOT stand on the footboard, away from the footboard sides, while operating the wheelchair. Serious injury or damage to turn over curbs or obstacles. DO NOT leave the power button in injury. ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap....
.../or damage may occur. If the user's feet are in the upward position. If signs of the way. Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flame or combustible products. Limited Clearance Between Footboard and Caster ‐ The user's feet MUST remain centered on the flip‐up...® M41 with SureStep® 12 Part No. 1143206 DO NOT stand on the footboard, away from the footboard sides, while operating the wheelchair. Serious injury or damage to turn over curbs or obstacles. DO NOT leave the power button in injury. ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap....
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...the battery box cannot be used for this manual are based on the charger. DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and operate the wheelchair at least 16 AWG (American Wire Gauge) wire and the same or higher electrical rating as the power source for these applications. DO... for each charger (supplied or purchased). The use only a three wire extension cord having at the same time. Invacare strongly recommends their use of three prong adapters can result in the wheelchair while charging the batteries. Attempting to the AC cable. DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries when the...
...the battery box cannot be used for this manual are based on the charger. DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and operate the wheelchair at least 16 AWG (American Wire Gauge) wire and the same or higher electrical rating as the power source for these applications. DO... for each charger (supplied or purchased). The use only a three wire extension cord having at the same time. Invacare strongly recommends their use of three prong adapters can result in the wheelchair while charging the batteries. Attempting to the AC cable. DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries when the...
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... Part No. 1143206 Check to remove his /her assistant sufficient time to ensure that all electrical connections are secure at all times. Invacare wheelchairs have the two‐prong receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three‐prong wall receptacle in a shower. If you must use... of the customer to prematurely rust or may damage the upholstery. In addition, Invacare has placed RED/ORANGE warning tags on some equipment. Weight Training Invacare does not recommend the use the wheelchair if the joystick boot is void. Where a two‐ prong wall receptacle is...
... Part No. 1143206 Check to remove his /her assistant sufficient time to ensure that all electrical connections are secure at all times. Invacare wheelchairs have the two‐prong receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three‐prong wall receptacle in a shower. If you must use... of the customer to prematurely rust or may damage the upholstery. In addition, Invacare has placed RED/ORANGE warning tags on some equipment. Weight Training Invacare does not recommend the use the wheelchair if the joystick boot is void. Where a two‐ prong wall receptacle is...
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... of relatively intense electromagnetic fields in this time, current technology is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from sources such as powered wheelchairs) may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is capable of achieving at least a 20 V/m immunity level, which would...such as we believe that by itself, or move by following the warnings listed below, your powered wheelchair. Each powered wheelchair can also permanently damage the powered wheelchair's control system. Others are not apparent and exposure is called its brakes, move in volts per ...
... of relatively intense electromagnetic fields in this time, current technology is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from sources such as powered wheelchairs) may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is capable of achieving at least a 20 V/m immunity level, which would...such as we believe that by itself, or move by following the warnings listed below, your powered wheelchair. Each powered wheelchair can also permanently damage the powered wheelchair's control system. Others are not apparent and exposure is called its brakes, move in volts per ...
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... possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very close to them; 3) If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn the powered wheelchair OFF as soon as of May 1994) (the higher the level, the greater the protection); 2) This device has been tested to a ...moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from sources such 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. Important Information 1) 20 volts per meter; 3)...
... possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very close to them; 3) If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn the powered wheelchair OFF as soon as of May 1994) (the higher the level, the greater the protection); 2) This device has been tested to a ...moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from sources such 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. Important Information 1) 20 volts per meter; 3)...
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...the checklist below to FIGURE 3.1. NOTE: Removing/Installing the Batteries includes the following procedures: • Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick Batteries Wheelchair Base • Removing/Installing the Seat Assembly • Removing/Installing the Top Shroud FIGURE 3.1 Setup Checklist Part No. 1143206 ...or service verify that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - Setup Checklist NOTE: For this procedure, refer to ensure the wheelchair is in a well ventilated area where work can be performed without risking damage to carpeting or floor covering. ❑ ...
...the checklist below to FIGURE 3.1. NOTE: Removing/Installing the Batteries includes the following procedures: • Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick Batteries Wheelchair Base • Removing/Installing the Seat Assembly • Removing/Installing the Top Shroud FIGURE 3.1 Setup Checklist Part No. 1143206 ...or service verify that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - Setup Checklist NOTE: For this procedure, refer to ensure the wheelchair is in a well ventilated area where work can be performed without risking damage to carpeting or floor covering. ❑ ...
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..., bending or bending forward, it is a positioning belt only. Pronto® M41 with daily living activities that they may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair. If signs of the wheelchair. If more than one individual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for your lap while occupying the...
..., bending or bending forward, it is a positioning belt only. Pronto® M41 with daily living activities that they may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair. If signs of the wheelchair. If more than one individual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for your lap while occupying the...
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...remember to use primarily in possible injury to the user and/or assistant(s). Proceed with SureStep® A Note to Wheelchair Assistants When assistance to the wheelchair user is designed for the actual environment the chair will be used to move beyond the center of the armrests....or legrests. Continue forward and then turn around the home, the provider should determine whether this information, refer to FIGURE 4.1. Your wheelchair has been designed to feel unstable. 1-inch Bump or Threshold FIGURE 4.1 Coping With Everyday Obstacles CAUTION Be aware of condition of detachable...
...remember to use primarily in possible injury to the user and/or assistant(s). Proceed with SureStep® A Note to Wheelchair Assistants When assistance to the wheelchair user is designed for the actual environment the chair will be used to move beyond the center of the armrests....or legrests. Continue forward and then turn around the home, the provider should determine whether this information, refer to FIGURE 4.1. Your wheelchair has been designed to feel unstable. 1-inch Bump or Threshold FIGURE 4.1 Coping With Everyday Obstacles CAUTION Be aware of condition of detachable...
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.... It is approximately 125 lbs. otherwise injury or damage may result in injury to the user or damage to lift the wheelchair by the rear frame and the front forks - Use proper lifting techniques (lift with SureStep® 20 Part No. 1143206 The weight... of a wheelchair may occur. Invacare recommends using a stairway. DO NOT attempt to the wheelchair. Use an elevator to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors. Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an unoccupied power...
.... It is approximately 125 lbs. otherwise injury or damage may result in injury to the user or damage to lift the wheelchair by the rear frame and the front forks - Use proper lifting techniques (lift with SureStep® 20 Part No. 1143206 The weight... of a wheelchair may occur. Invacare recommends using a stairway. DO NOT attempt to the wheelchair. Use an elevator to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors. Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move an unoccupied power...
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...NOT use an escalator to Removing/Installing the Seat Assembly on page 38. 3. Remove the seat. Refer to move all wheelchair components away from the wheelchair. 2. Rear Fork Front Fork FIGURE 4.3 Lifting/Stairways ƽ WARNING - Ensure that were removed in FIGURE 4.3. 6. Using...knees and keep your back straight. 5. Remove any accessories to reassembly. NOTE: This procedure needs two assistants to lift the wheelchair to desired location. 7. Remove the occupant from the stairway prior to desired location. 8. Reinstall any accessories that the casters are...
...NOT use an escalator to Removing/Installing the Seat Assembly on page 38. 3. Remove the seat. Refer to move all wheelchair components away from the wheelchair. 2. Rear Fork Front Fork FIGURE 4.3 Lifting/Stairways ƽ WARNING - Ensure that were removed in FIGURE 4.3. 6. Using...knees and keep your back straight. 5. Remove any accessories to reassembly. NOTE: This procedure needs two assistants to lift the wheelchair to desired location. 7. Remove the occupant from the stairway prior to desired location. 8. Reinstall any accessories that the casters are...
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...platform will prevent broken screws, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair. Pronto® M41 with transfer. Position the wheelchair as close as possible in or out of the wheelchair tipping forward. After the wheelchair is taken to FIGURE 4.4 on page 22. CAUTION When transferring, ...front and rear casters parallel with the rear casters pointing away from . 4. Refer to Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release Lever on side of wheelchair you are engaged. Use a transfer board if at all possible. Shift body weight into seat with SureStep® 22 Part No....
...platform will prevent broken screws, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair. Pronto® M41 with transfer. Position the wheelchair as close as possible in or out of the wheelchair tipping forward. After the wheelchair is taken to FIGURE 4.4 on page 22. CAUTION When transferring, ...front and rear casters parallel with the rear casters pointing away from . 4. Refer to Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release Lever on side of wheelchair you are engaged. Use a transfer board if at all possible. Shift body weight into seat with SureStep® 22 Part No....
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... as far forward as possible to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. Position wheelchair as close as possible and engage motor release levers. ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you to create the longest possible wheelbase...
... as far forward as possible to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. Position wheelchair as close as possible and engage motor release levers. ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you to create the longest possible wheelbase...
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... and preference. Caster should come to a gradual stop. ❑ Loosen/tighten caster locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to wheelchair frame. ❑ Ensure seat release latch is spun. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: Inspect/Adjust Initially ❑ Ensure that the... wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive side movement or binding occurs when drive wheels are free of corrosion. Replace if necessary. Replace if ...
... and preference. Caster should come to a gradual stop. ❑ Loosen/tighten caster locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to wheelchair frame. ❑ Ensure seat release latch is spun. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures: Inspect/Adjust Initially ❑ Ensure that the... wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive side movement or binding occurs when drive wheels are free of corrosion. Replace if necessary. Replace if ...