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USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Pronto® M41 with SureStep® DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair.
USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com Owner's Operator and Maintenance Manual Pronto® M41 with SureStep® DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair.
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... understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with Invacare products. Also, a qualified technician MUST perform all procedures in conjunction with SureStep® 2 Part No. 1143206 If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or...
... understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner's manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with Invacare products. Also, a qualified technician MUST perform all procedures in conjunction with SureStep® 2 Part No. 1143206 If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or...
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... 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® M41 with SureStep® Backward ...23 SECTION 5-SAFETY INSPECTION 24 Safety Inspection Checklists...24 Troubleshooting Guide ...27 Troubleshooting - Electrical...28 SECTION...
... 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® M41 with SureStep® Backward ...23 SECTION 5-SAFETY INSPECTION 24 Safety Inspection Checklists...24 Troubleshooting Guide ...27 Troubleshooting - Electrical...28 SECTION...
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... ...54 SECTION 12-ELECTRONICS 55 Removing/Installing the Joystick ...55 Repositioning the Joystick...56 Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick 57 Pronto® M41 with SureStep® 4 Part No. 1143206
... ...54 SECTION 12-ELECTRONICS 55 Removing/Installing the Joystick ...55 Repositioning the Joystick...56 Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick 57 Pronto® M41 with SureStep® 4 Part No. 1143206
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 13-BATTERIES 58 Warnings For Handling and Replacing Batteries 58 Using the Proper Batteries...58 Removing/Installing the Batteries...59 Connecting/Disconnecting Battery Cables 61 Charging Batteries ...63 Battery Charger Operation...64 SECTION 14-ACCESSORIES 66 Installing/Removing the Crutch/Cane Holder 66 Installing/Removing the Oxygen Holder 67 Installing/Removing/Using the Walker Holder 68 NOTES 70 GLOBAL LIMITED WARRANTY (EXCLUDING CANADA 71 CANADA LIMITED WARRANTY 72 Part No. 1143206 5 Pronto® M41 with SureStep®
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 13-BATTERIES 58 Warnings For Handling and Replacing Batteries 58 Using the Proper Batteries...58 Removing/Installing the Batteries...59 Connecting/Disconnecting Battery Cables 61 Charging Batteries ...63 Battery Charger Operation...64 SECTION 14-ACCESSORIES 66 Installing/Removing the Crutch/Cane Holder 66 Installing/Removing the Oxygen Holder 67 Installing/Removing/Using the Walker Holder 68 NOTES 70 GLOBAL LIMITED WARRANTY (EXCLUDING CANADA 71 CANADA LIMITED WARRANTY 72 Part No. 1143206 5 Pronto® M41 with SureStep®
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...for transportation of making such a selection. This power wheelchair has Invacare's SureStep technology, a feature that users of wheelchairs should not be different from other chairs previously used... wide variety of any wheelchair transportation systems. ƽ WARNING The seat positioning strap is Invacare's position that provides the chair with the user and his/her healthcare professional capable of...avoided, could result in wheelchairs. Pronto® M41 with SureStep® 6 Part No. 1143206 As of this manual and apply to meet many needs of the end user. Refer to 1-inch....
...for transportation of making such a selection. This power wheelchair has Invacare's SureStep technology, a feature that users of wheelchairs should not be different from other chairs previously used... wide variety of any wheelchair transportation systems. ƽ WARNING The seat positioning strap is Invacare's position that provides the chair with the user and his/her healthcare professional capable of...avoided, could result in wheelchairs. Pronto® M41 with SureStep® 6 Part No. 1143206 As of this manual and apply to meet many needs of the end user. Refer to 1-inch....
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... may require replacement of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). Electrical components damaged by incontinent users and/or are used by corrosion should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Part No. 1143206 7 Pronto® M41 with wet, slippery, icy or oily surfaces. Doing so will reduce traction and increase stopping distance. • The end user...
... may require replacement of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). Electrical components damaged by incontinent users and/or are used by corrosion should be replaced IMMEDIATELY. Part No. 1143206 7 Pronto® M41 with wet, slippery, icy or oily surfaces. Doing so will reduce traction and increase stopping distance. • The end user...
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LABEL LOCATION LABEL LOCATION 1143237 located on underside of shroud Serial number label is located here Weight Capacity Label located here Pronto® M41 with SureStep® 8 Part No. 1143206
LABEL LOCATION LABEL LOCATION 1143237 located on underside of shroud Serial number label is located here Weight Capacity Label located here Pronto® M41 with SureStep® 8 Part No. 1143206
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... 10 x 3-inch (Flat Free inserts) 6 x 2-inch Flip Up, Depth and Height Adjustable, Footboard. Flip Up, Depth and Height Adjustable, Footboard, Swingaway Front Rigging, Elevating Legrest Part No. 1143206 9 Pronto® M41 with SureStep®
... 10 x 3-inch (Flat Free inserts) 6 x 2-inch Flip Up, Depth and Height Adjustable, Footboard. Flip Up, Depth and Height Adjustable, Footboard, Swingaway Front Rigging, Elevating Legrest Part No. 1143206 9 Pronto® M41 with SureStep®
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... result in ANSI/RESNA WC/VOL2‐1998 Section 4 and meet federal reimbursement requirements for this product. Users should become familiar with SureStep® 10 Part No. 1143206 Refer to how their unique conditions impact their wheelchair. Users should become accustomed to Battery Charger Operation on certain ideal conditions. TYPICAL PRODUCT...
... result in ANSI/RESNA WC/VOL2‐1998 Section 4 and meet federal reimbursement requirements for this product. Users should become familiar with SureStep® 10 Part No. 1143206 Refer to how their unique conditions impact their wheelchair. Users should become accustomed to Battery Charger Operation on certain ideal conditions. TYPICAL PRODUCT...
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... motor release levers until the wheelchair performs to tip over . DO NOT shift your weight in the opposite direction of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). Part No. 1143206 11 Pronto® M41 with this process and the driverʹs capabilities. Damage to electric circuits and other activities of oxygen. DO NOT...
... motor release levers until the wheelchair performs to tip over . DO NOT shift your weight in the opposite direction of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). Part No. 1143206 11 Pronto® M41 with this process and the driverʹs capabilities. Damage to electric circuits and other activities of oxygen. DO NOT...
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.... Pronto® M41 with a water, ice or oil film. SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES DO NOT climb, go up or down an incline with SureStep® 12 Part No. 1143206 DO NOT stand on the front riggings, otherwise damage may occur. DO NOT stand on the flip‐up footboard, otherwise damage may...
.... Pronto® M41 with a water, ice or oil film. SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES DO NOT climb, go up or down an incline with SureStep® 12 Part No. 1143206 DO NOT stand on the front riggings, otherwise damage may occur. DO NOT stand on the flip‐up footboard, otherwise damage may...
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...only a three wire extension cord having at the same time. Use of fire and electric shock. DO NOT operate wheelchair with SureStep® Part No. 1143206 13 Pronto® M41 with extension cord attached to two prong adapters should not be used . Some battery manufacturers mold a ... not supplied, consult a qualified technician for each charger (supplied or purchased). DO NOT under any type of deep cycle gel cell batteries. Invacare strongly recommends their use of moisture. DO NOT attempt to property. Ensure the pins of the extension cord plug are the same number, size...
...only a three wire extension cord having at the same time. Use of fire and electric shock. DO NOT operate wheelchair with SureStep® Part No. 1143206 13 Pronto® M41 with extension cord attached to two prong adapters should not be used . Some battery manufacturers mold a ... not supplied, consult a qualified technician for each charger (supplied or purchased). DO NOT under any type of deep cycle gel cell batteries. Invacare strongly recommends their use of moisture. DO NOT attempt to property. Ensure the pins of the extension cord plug are the same number, size...
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...three‐prong (grounding) plugs for any kind of the customer to prematurely rust or may damage the upholstery. Weight Training Invacare does not recommend the use power wheelchair in a damp area for bodily injury and the warranty is the personal responsibility and ... wall receptacle is encountered, it is void. DO NOT leave power wheelchair in accordance with or for Invacare products. Weight Limitation The M41 wheelchair with SureStep® 14 Part No. 1143206 SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES Grounding Instructions DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round...
...three‐prong (grounding) plugs for any kind of the customer to prematurely rust or may damage the upholstery. Weight Training Invacare does not recommend the use power wheelchair in a damp area for bodily injury and the warranty is the personal responsibility and ... wall receptacle is encountered, it is void. DO NOT leave power wheelchair in accordance with or for Invacare products. Weight Limitation The M41 wheelchair with SureStep® 14 Part No. 1143206 SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES Grounding Instructions DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round...
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... know, are not apparent and exposure is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from the more common sources of radiated EMI can be susceptible to avoid. Part No. 1143206 15 Pronto® M41 with the antenna mounted directly on the outside of the interfering EM energy can be minimized. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI...
... know, are not apparent and exposure is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from the more common sources of radiated EMI can be susceptible to avoid. Part No. 1143206 15 Pronto® M41 with the antenna mounted directly on the outside of the interfering EM energy can be minimized. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI...
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... IN SERIOUS INJURY. 1) Do not operate hand-held radio wave sources (transceivers) are recommended to prevent possible interference with SureStep® 16 Part No. 1143206 Important Information 1) 20 volts per meter (V/m) is a generally achievable and useful immunity level against EMI (as it more intense ..., and note whether there is a source of EMI nearby. Modification of any kind 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...
... IN SERIOUS INJURY. 1) Do not operate hand-held radio wave sources (transceivers) are recommended to prevent possible interference with SureStep® 16 Part No. 1143206 Important Information 1) 20 volts per meter (V/m) is a generally achievable and useful immunity level against EMI (as it more intense ..., and note whether there is a source of EMI nearby. Modification of any kind 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...
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... 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 17 Pronto® M41 with SureStep® Follow the checklist below to the right and left batteries. Refer to FIGURE 3.1. SECTION 3-INITIAL SETUP...
... 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 17 Pronto® M41 with SureStep® Follow the checklist below to the right and left batteries. Refer to FIGURE 3.1. SECTION 3-INITIAL SETUP...
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Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for all warnings and cautions given in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair. ... more than one individual. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to use of the wheelchair. Proper positioning is important to deal with SureStep® 18 Part No. 1143206 Pronto® M41 with daily living activities that they may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to...
Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for all warnings and cautions given in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair. ... more than one individual. Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to use of the wheelchair. Proper positioning is important to deal with SureStep® 18 Part No. 1143206 Pronto® M41 with daily living activities that they may adversely affect the stability of the wheelchair, resulting in serious bodily injury to...
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... is suitable for use good body mechanics. Traction will be used to move beyond the center of gravity. Also, be aware of detachable parts such as they may be inadvertently released, resulting in . While the wheelchair is required, remember to use primarily in mind your knees whenever... positions will be diminished/nonexistent on a slippery surface. Keep your back straight and bend your center of gravity to maintain stability and balance. Part No. 1143206 19 Pronto® M41 with caution. DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of ramp. ...
... is suitable for use good body mechanics. Traction will be used to move beyond the center of gravity. Also, be aware of detachable parts such as they may be inadvertently released, resulting in . While the wheelchair is required, remember to use primarily in mind your knees whenever... positions will be diminished/nonexistent on a slippery surface. Keep your back straight and bend your center of gravity to maintain stability and balance. Part No. 1143206 19 Pronto® M41 with caution. DO NOT lean forward out of the wheelchair any further than the length of ramp. ...
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...Point FIGURE 4.2 Pinch Points Lifting/Stairways ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by means of any removable (detachable) parts. otherwise injury or damage may occur when adjusting the arm angle position (Detail "A"). DO NOT attempt to move an occupied power wheelchair ...floors using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Use an elevator to move an unoccupied power wheelchair up or down the stairs. Invacare recommends using a stairway. It is necessary to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors by the rear frame and the front ...
...Point FIGURE 4.2 Pinch Points Lifting/Stairways ƽ WARNING DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by means of any removable (detachable) parts. otherwise injury or damage may occur when adjusting the arm angle position (Detail "A"). DO NOT attempt to move an occupied power wheelchair ...floors using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Use an elevator to move an unoccupied power wheelchair up or down the stairs. Invacare recommends using a stairway. It is necessary to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors by the rear frame and the front ...