Invacare R50LX, R51LXP manual Troubleshooting Guide, Symptom Probable Cause Solutions

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SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting Guide

SYMPTOM

PROBABLE CAUSE

SOLUTIONS

 

 

 

Batteries draw excessive

Battery failure.

Have batteries checked for shorted cell.

current when charging.

 

Replace if necessary.

 

Electrical malfunction.

Contact Dealer/Invacare for service.

 

 

 

Battery indicator flashes

Battery failure.

Check batteries for shorted cell. Replace if

the charge level is low -

 

necessary.

immediately after

 

 

recharge.

Malfunctioning battery charger.

Contact Dealer/Invacare for service.

 

Electrical malfunction

Contact Dealer/Invacare for service.

 

 

 

Battery indicator flashes

Batteries not charged.

Have charger checked.

the charge level is low -

 

 

too soon after being

Weak batteries.

Replace batteries if necessary. Contact

recharged.

 

Dealer/Invacare for service.

 

 

 

Motor “chatters” or runs

Electrical malfunction.

Contact Dealer/Invacare for service.

irregular.

 

 

 

 

 

Joystick erratic or does

Damaged motor coupling.

Contact Dealer/Invacare for service.

not respond as desired.

 

 

 

Electrical malfunction.

Contact Dealer/Invacare for service.

 

Controller programmed improperly.

Reprogram controller (Refer to MK5™,

 

 

EX™or MK5 NX™ electronics owner’s

 

 

manual supplied with wheelchair).

 

 

 

Wheelchair does not

Poor battery terminal connection.

Have terminals cleaned.

respond to commands.

 

 

 

 

 

Power indicator off - even

Electrical malfunction.

Contact Dealer/Invacare for service.

after recharging.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Nutron Series Nutron Series Part No.1106645 Table of Contents Wheelchair Operation UPHOLSTERY/SEAT Positioning Strap Complete and mail the form on the next Register Your ProductProduct Registration Form Fold here Cut Along Line Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat Restraints Special NotesNutron R50LX, R51, R51LX, R51LXP Typical Product ParametersGeneral Guidelines Repair or Service InformationOperating Information Tire Pressure Electrical AccessoriesBatteries Grounding InstructionsCharging Batteries Weight Limitation Weight TrainingRain Test EMI Information EMI Information Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsStability and Balance Coping With Everyday ObstaclesTilting Curbs TiltingStairways Escalators Transferring To and From Other SeatsReaching, Leaning and Bending Forward Percentage of Weight DistributionReaching and Bending Backward Reaching and Bending BackwardSafety Inspection Checklists Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGInspect/Adjust Initially Inspect/Adjust WeeklyInspect/Adjust Periodically Inspect/Adjust MonthlySymptom Probable Cause Solutions Troubleshooting GuideDON’T Checking Battery Charge LevelWheelchair Operation Turning the Power On/OffOperating the Wheelchair Using the Horn Using the Joystick to Drive the ChairSPJJoystick Switches and Indicators Display Description Definition Installing Installing/Removing the FootrestsFront Riggings RemovingModel PW93, PW93E, and PW93ST Footrests Adjusting the Footrest HeightModel 93M, 904A, PAL4A, and PAS4A Footrests Replacing Heel LoopsRaising/Lowering Elevating Legrests Installing/Removing Elevating LegrestsAdjusting Calfpads Adjusting/Replacing Telescoping Front Rigging SupportAdjusting/Replacing Telescoping Front Rigging Support Arms Adjusting Armrest HeightArmrest Pad Using Swing-Back ArmsClothing Guard Removing/Installing Armrest Removing/Installing ArmrestBack Adjusting the Back HeightChanging the Back Angle Changing the Back Angle Replacing Seat Upholstery UPHOLSTERY/SEAT Positioning StrapReplacing Back Upholstery Replacing Back Upholstery Replacing Seat Positioning StrapReplacing Seat Positioning Strap Preparing the Joystick For Use JoystickRepositioning the Joystick Repositioning the JoystickCasters Adjusting ForksBatteries Using the Proper BatteriesUsing the Proper Batteries Recommended Battery TypesInstalling/Removing the Battery Boxes Installing/Removing the Battery Boxes Installing/Removing the Battery TrayInstalling/Removing the Battery Tray Place batteries into battery box bottom Direct Mount Method Connecting Battery CablesBatteries Connecting Battery Cables Direct Mount Method Connecting Battery Cables Battery Clamp Method Battery Clamp MethodInstalling Battery Clamp Cover Connecting Battery Cables -Battery Clamp Method Replacing the Battery Box Retaining Strap 10 Replacing the Battery Box Retaining Strap Cleaning Battery TerminalsCharging Batteries When To Charge BatteriesConnecting the Battery Charger Description and Use of Battery ChargersEngaging/Disengaging the Clutches CLUTCH/MOTOR LockFour Pole Motors Disengaging/Engaging the Motor Lock Levers R51LXP OnlyInstalling/Adjusting Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel LocksWheel Locks Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel Locks UsingANTI-TIPPERS Installing/Removing the Anti-TippersInstalling/Removing the Anti-Tippers Transporting the Nutron TransportingUnfolding/Folding the Wheelchair Transporting the Nutron Transporting Transporting Limited Warranty USA