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Invacare® Pronto® M91™ Power Wheelchair Base with SureStep® User Manual EN This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
Invacare® Pronto® M91™ Power Wheelchair Base with SureStep® User Manual EN This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
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Forward ...30 Part No 1143153 3 Invacare® Pronto® M91™ Dealers and/or Qualified Technicians ...22 Safety/Handling ...23 A Note to Wheelchair Assistants...25 Stability and Balance ...25 Coping with Everyday Obstacles...26 Pinch Points...27 Footplates and Front Rigging...29 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - 1 GENERAL...Limited Warranty (Excluding Canada)...12 Canada Limited Warranty...13 4 SAFETY 15 General Guidelines ...15 Operation Information ...17 Set Up...17 Accessories Information...19 Powered Seating Systems Only ...19 Transport...20 Repair or Service Information -
Forward ...30 Part No 1143153 3 Invacare® Pronto® M91™ Dealers and/or Qualified Technicians ...22 Safety/Handling ...23 A Note to Wheelchair Assistants...25 Stability and Balance ...25 Coping with Everyday Obstacles...26 Pinch Points...27 Footplates and Front Rigging...29 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - 1 GENERAL...Limited Warranty (Excluding Canada)...12 Canada Limited Warranty...13 4 SAFETY 15 General Guidelines ...15 Operation Information ...17 Set Up...17 Accessories Information...19 Powered Seating Systems Only ...19 Transport...20 Repair or Service Information -
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... ...45 Overall Dimensions...45 Wheels ...45 Operating/Storage Temperature...45 Driving ...46 Weight...46 8 WHEELCHAIR OPERATION 47 Preparing the Joystick for Use ...47 Operating the Wheelchair...48 Turning the Power On/Off...48 Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair...49 Invacare® Pronto® M91™ 4 Part No 1143153 Grounding Instructions...33 Electrical - Backward...
... ...45 Overall Dimensions...45 Wheels ...45 Operating/Storage Temperature...45 Driving ...46 Weight...46 8 WHEELCHAIR OPERATION 47 Preparing the Joystick for Use ...47 Operating the Wheelchair...48 Turning the Power On/Off...48 Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair...49 Invacare® Pronto® M91™ 4 Part No 1143153 Grounding Instructions...33 Electrical - Backward...
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ALWAYS provide the wheelchair serial number to power the wheelchair. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by phone or at www.invacare.com. ƽ DANGER Risk of Death or Serious Injury Not wearing your seat positioning strap. DO NOT use with Invacare accessories. ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap could cause unexpected failure...
ALWAYS provide the wheelchair serial number to power the wheelchair. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by phone or at www.invacare.com. ƽ DANGER Risk of Death or Serious Injury Not wearing your seat positioning strap. DO NOT use with Invacare accessories. ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap could cause unexpected failure...
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The information contained in this manual, DO NOT perform that procedure. Part No 1143153 19 Invacare® Pronto® M91™ Use caution when operating the wheelchair outdoors at night or in death, serious injury or damage. there are very few adjustments that can... seating system serviced by the user. Powered Seating Systems Only ƽ WARNING This seating system has been custom designed and will be exercised when using the wheelchair. Accessories Information ƽ WARNING EXTREME care should be assembled to the wheelchair base before delivery to be made by...
The information contained in this manual, DO NOT perform that procedure. Part No 1143153 19 Invacare® Pronto® M91™ Use caution when operating the wheelchair outdoors at night or in death, serious injury or damage. there are very few adjustments that can... seating system serviced by the user. Powered Seating Systems Only ƽ WARNING This seating system has been custom designed and will be exercised when using the wheelchair. Accessories Information ƽ WARNING EXTREME care should be assembled to the wheelchair base before delivery to be made by...
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...location. 6. Part No 1143153 21 Invacare® Pronto® M91™ If moving the wheelchair between floors. Make sure to use an escalator to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors when an elevator is NOT available or lifting the wheelchair is necessary: When using... NOT use ONLY secure, non-detachable parts for moving a power wheelchair between floors using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Using the rear frame and the front edge of the power wheelchair. The wheelchair should not be removed and transported independently of the front forks...
...location. 6. Part No 1143153 21 Invacare® Pronto® M91™ If moving the wheelchair between floors. Make sure to use an escalator to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors when an elevator is NOT available or lifting the wheelchair is necessary: When using... NOT use ONLY secure, non-detachable parts for moving a power wheelchair between floors using two assistants and making thorough preparations. Using the rear frame and the front edge of the power wheelchair. The wheelchair should not be removed and transported independently of the front forks...
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...- Damage to the equipment could cause damage to the frame tubing. Before adjusting, repairing or servicing the wheelchair, ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power Off, otherwise, injury or damage may affect other activities of the Electronics Control Unit is to water/liquids may result... may occur. Electrical components damaged by incontinent users and/or are unable to understand the warnings, cautions and instructions, contact Invacare technical support before attempting to water and/or liquids. Minimize exposure of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage Corroded electrical components due...
...- Damage to the equipment could cause damage to the frame tubing. Before adjusting, repairing or servicing the wheelchair, ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power Off, otherwise, injury or damage may affect other activities of the Electronics Control Unit is to water/liquids may result... may occur. Electrical components damaged by incontinent users and/or are unable to understand the warnings, cautions and instructions, contact Invacare technical support before attempting to water and/or liquids. Minimize exposure of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage Corroded electrical components due...
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...these conditions. If the wheelchair starts smoking, sparking, or burning, discontinue using the wheelchair and seek service IMMEDIATELY. ƽ WARNING DO NOT leave the power button On when entering or exiting your wheelchair. The techniques that initial use the wheelchair other than 9°. ...slopes greater than its intended purpose. Invacare strongly recommends that are inherently different from those described in this manual. 4 SAFETY 4.2 Safety/Handling "Safety and Handling" of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the most ...
...these conditions. If the wheelchair starts smoking, sparking, or burning, discontinue using the wheelchair and seek service IMMEDIATELY. ƽ WARNING DO NOT leave the power button On when entering or exiting your wheelchair. The techniques that initial use the wheelchair other than 9°. ...slopes greater than its intended purpose. Invacare strongly recommends that are inherently different from those described in this manual. 4 SAFETY 4.2 Safety/Handling "Safety and Handling" of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the most ...
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...seat - interference with the wheel locks. DO NOT engage or disengage the motor locks until the power is torn or damaged. ALWAYS shift your weight in the presence of the wheelchair. DO NOT shift your particular safety limits by practicing bending, reaching and transferring activities in the direction... to avoid injury. DO NOT attempt to stop a moving parts to product. Invacare® Pronto® M91™ 24 Part No 1143153 DO NOT make sharp turns in the opposite direction of moving wheelchair with seat latch may tip over . ALWAYS check foam grips for instructions. DO...
...seat - interference with the wheel locks. DO NOT engage or disengage the motor locks until the power is torn or damaged. ALWAYS shift your weight in the presence of the wheelchair. DO NOT shift your particular safety limits by practicing bending, reaching and transferring activities in the direction... to avoid injury. DO NOT attempt to stop a moving parts to product. Invacare® Pronto® M91™ 24 Part No 1143153 DO NOT make sharp turns in the opposite direction of moving wheelchair with seat latch may tip over . ALWAYS check foam grips for instructions. DO...
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Slowly apply power to move forward, over curbs or obstacles greater than 3 inches. Traction will cause the wheelchair to FIGURE 2 and FIGURE 3. Do not go down a ramp at full speed.... drive over the obstacle. Pinch Points ƽ WARNING: Pinch point may cause your wheelchair to turn over and cause bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair. Always stop before lowering seat (FIGURE 2). Approach slowly until front casters are clear ...61545; For this procedure, refer to feel unstable. FIGURE 2 Pinch Points Part No 1143153 27 Invacare® Pronto® M91™
Slowly apply power to move forward, over curbs or obstacles greater than 3 inches. Traction will cause the wheelchair to FIGURE 2 and FIGURE 3. Do not go down a ramp at full speed.... drive over the obstacle. Pinch Points ƽ WARNING: Pinch point may cause your wheelchair to turn over and cause bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair. Always stop before lowering seat (FIGURE 2). Approach slowly until front casters are clear ...61545; For this procedure, refer to feel unstable. FIGURE 2 Pinch Points Part No 1143153 27 Invacare® Pronto® M91™
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... as long as your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of the wheelchair. Forward Invacare® Pronto® M91™ 30 Part No 1143153 FIGURE 4 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - DO NOT attempt to ...and out of gravity. Engage motor locks and turn power off before attempting active use of the wheelchair. . ƽ WARNING Risk of Serious Injury or Damage Improper positioning while leaning or bending could cause the wheelchair to the normal balance, center of gravity, and weight...
... as long as your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of the wheelchair. Forward Invacare® Pronto® M91™ 30 Part No 1143153 FIGURE 4 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - DO NOT attempt to ...and out of gravity. Engage motor locks and turn power off before attempting active use of the wheelchair. . ƽ WARNING Risk of Serious Injury or Damage Improper positioning while leaning or bending could cause the wheelchair to the normal balance, center of gravity, and weight...
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... if the joystick boot is NOT torn or cracked where water can enter and that the battery covers are secure at all times. NOTE: Invacare has tested its power wheelchairs in a damp area for your sitting position. For this procedure, refer to create the longest possible wheelbase, engage the motor locks and...
... if the joystick boot is NOT torn or cracked where water can enter and that the battery covers are secure at all times. NOTE: Invacare has tested its power wheelchairs in a damp area for your sitting position. For this procedure, refer to create the longest possible wheelbase, engage the motor locks and...
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... possible. ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power off. Reduce gap between the wheelchair seat and the seat to improve stability during transfer. Flip back or remove arm on page 73. 4. Minimize Gap Distance Wheelchair Seat Top View Front View Wheelchair Seat Seat Seat FIGURE 6 Minimize Gap Distance Transferring To and From Other Seats Invacare® Pronto®...
... possible. ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power off. Reduce gap between the wheelchair seat and the seat to improve stability during transfer. Flip back or remove arm on page 73. 4. Minimize Gap Distance Wheelchair Seat Top View Front View Wheelchair Seat Seat Seat FIGURE 6 Minimize Gap Distance Transferring To and From Other Seats Invacare® Pronto®...
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... contained in accordance with or for these tags. Part No 1143153 33 Invacare® Pronto® M91™ Electrical - Serious injury or damage to installing, servicing or operating your wheelchair. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the device being connected. Grounding Instructions ƽ... open flame or combustible products. In addition, Invacare has placed RED/ORANGE warning tags on the use only a three-wire extension cord having the same or higher electrical rating as the power source for protection against possible shock hazards. Some battery manufactures...
... contained in accordance with or for these tags. Part No 1143153 33 Invacare® Pronto® M91™ Electrical - Serious injury or damage to installing, servicing or operating your wheelchair. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the device being connected. Grounding Instructions ƽ... open flame or combustible products. In addition, Invacare has placed RED/ORANGE warning tags on the use only a three-wire extension cord having the same or higher electrical rating as the power source for protection against possible shock hazards. Some battery manufactures...
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..., amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two way radios, and cellular phones. Each powered wheelchair can be susceptible to a certain intensity. otherwise, injury or damage may be measured in the everyday environment. Invacare wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a weight training apparatus, INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR BODILY INJURY AND THE WARRANTY IS VOID...
..., amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two way radios, and cellular phones. Each powered wheelchair can be susceptible to a certain intensity. otherwise, injury or damage may be measured in the everyday environment. Invacare wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a weight training apparatus, INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR BODILY INJURY AND THE WARRANTY IS VOID...
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... vehicle; Electromagnetic interference (EMI) from hand-held transceivers (transmitters receivers), such as citizens band (CB) radios, or turn the powered wheelchair OFF as soon as those used in police cars, fire trucks, ambulances and taxis. FOLLOWING THE WARNINGS LISTED BELOW SHOULD REDUCE THE... energy very close to the powered wheelchair manufacturer, and note whether there is turned ON; 2) Be aware of nearby transmitters, such as radio or TV stations, and try to avoid coming close to unintentionally bring high levels of the powered wheelchair. Invacare® Pronto® M91™...
... vehicle; Electromagnetic interference (EMI) from hand-held transceivers (transmitters receivers), such as citizens band (CB) radios, or turn the powered wheelchair OFF as soon as those used in police cars, fire trucks, ambulances and taxis. FOLLOWING THE WARNINGS LISTED BELOW SHOULD REDUCE THE... energy very close to the powered wheelchair manufacturer, and note whether there is turned ON; 2) Be aware of nearby transmitters, such as radio or TV stations, and try to avoid coming close to unintentionally bring high levels of the powered wheelchair. Invacare® Pronto® M91™...
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Invacare® Pronto® M91™ 38 Part No 1143153 Be mindful of potential pinch points and use , make sure that all electrical connections are tightly ... when using this product. ALWAYS ensure that all attaching hardware is present and tightened securely. ƽ WARNING Risk of Serious Injury or Damage Loss of power due to loose electrical connections could cause the wheelchair to serious injury.
Invacare® Pronto® M91™ 38 Part No 1143153 Be mindful of potential pinch points and use , make sure that all electrical connections are tightly ... when using this product. ALWAYS ensure that all attaching hardware is present and tightened securely. ƽ WARNING Risk of Serious Injury or Damage Loss of power due to loose electrical connections could cause the wheelchair to serious injury.
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...If stopping becomes necessary while on inclines with wet, slippery, icy or oily surfaces could cause loss of wheelchair caused by pets, children, etc. Traveling down ramps at a slower speed. Invacare® Pronto® M91™ 40 Part No 1143153 can result in death or serious injury. This ... reduced, constant speed to a full stop. While on inclines could cause loss of traction resulting in serious injury or damage. ALWAYS turn power off when around pets and/or children to prevent unintended movement. ƽ DANGER Risk of Death or Serious Injury Traveling on an incline.
...If stopping becomes necessary while on inclines with wet, slippery, icy or oily surfaces could cause loss of wheelchair caused by pets, children, etc. Traveling down ramps at a slower speed. Invacare® Pronto® M91™ 40 Part No 1143153 can result in death or serious injury. This ... reduced, constant speed to a full stop. While on inclines could cause loss of traction resulting in serious injury or damage. ALWAYS turn power off when around pets and/or children to prevent unintended movement. ƽ DANGER Risk of Death or Serious Injury Traveling on an incline.
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Invacare® Pronto® M91™ 42 Part No 1143153 If unintended/erratic movement occurs, stop using the wheelchair immediately and contact a qualified technician. Ensure the joystick is securely connected to controller. ƽ DANGER Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage Malfunctioning joystick could cause loss of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage Improperly connected joystick could cause unintended/erratic movement resulting in death, serious injury, or damage. 5 SAFETY GUIDELINES ƽ WARNING Risk of power resulting in death, serious injury, or damage.
Invacare® Pronto® M91™ 42 Part No 1143153 If unintended/erratic movement occurs, stop using the wheelchair immediately and contact a qualified technician. Ensure the joystick is securely connected to controller. ƽ DANGER Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage Malfunctioning joystick could cause loss of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage Improperly connected joystick could cause unintended/erratic movement resulting in death, serious injury, or damage. 5 SAFETY GUIDELINES ƽ WARNING Risk of power resulting in death, serious injury, or damage.
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... the batteries when the wheelchair has been exposed to the battery terminals or clamps. CAUTION Always charge new batteries before initial use the recharging plug located on the charger. During use an extension cord having at the same time. Doing so will be reduced. Invacare® Pronto® ...attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to ANY type of moisture. DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and operate the power wheelchair at least 16 AWG (American Wire Gauge) wire and the same or higher electrical rating as those on the front of the joystick....
... the batteries when the wheelchair has been exposed to the battery terminals or clamps. CAUTION Always charge new batteries before initial use the recharging plug located on the charger. During use an extension cord having at the same time. Doing so will be reduced. Invacare® Pronto® ...attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to ANY type of moisture. DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and operate the power wheelchair at least 16 AWG (American Wire Gauge) wire and the same or higher electrical rating as those on the front of the joystick....