SECTION 12—CLUTCH/MOTOR LOCK
SECTION 12—CLUTCH/MOTOR LOCK
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
Engaging/Disengaging the Clutches
WARNING
DO NOT engage or disengage the clutches until the power is Off.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 12.1.
The clutch engagement/disengagement allows freewheeling or joystick controlled operation. Freewheeling allows an attendant to maneuver the wheelchair without power. To engage/disengage the clutches:
1. Locate the clutch handles on motors.
WARNING
If clutch handles are forced to engage in the wrong direction as shown in FIGURE 12.1, the motors will be damaged and will need to be replaced.
2. Perform one of the following:
•To Engage: turn the clutch handles until they are pointing towards the rear of the wheelchair. NEVER try to turn the clutch handles towards the front of the wheelchair.
•To Disengage: turn the clutch handles until they are pointing towards the rear wheels. NEVER try to turn the clutch handles towards the inside of the wheelchair.
| Top View Of Wheelchair |
Disengaged (Toward Rrear Wheels) | NOTE: NEVER force clutch |
| handles in these directions. |
| Engaged |
| (Toward Rrear |
| of Wheelchair) |
Clutch Handle | Clutch Handle |
|
FIGURE 12.1 Engaging/Disengaging the Clutches
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