Invacare Pronto R2, R2-250 manual Safety Inspection Checklist, Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING

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S A F E T Y

I

N S P E C T I O N

T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G

PROCEDURE 2

SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING

This Procedure Includes the Following:

Safety Inspection Checklist

Troubleshooting

Checking Battery Charge Level

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Initial adjustments should be made to suit personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures:

ITEM

INITIALLY INSPECT/

INSPECT/

INSPECT/

 

 

ADJUST

ADJUST

ADJUST

 

 

WEEKLY

MONTHLY

PERIODICALLY

GENERAL (MECHANICAL TROUBLESHOOTING)

X

 

 

X

l Wheelchair rolls straight (no excessive drag or pull to one side).

 

 

CLOTHING GUARDS

X

 

 

X

l Ensure all fasteners are secure.

 

 

ARMS - (PROCEDURE 4)

X

 

 

X

l Secure but easy to release; adjustment levers engage properly.

 

 

l Adjustable height arms operate and lock securely.

X

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

FLIP BACK ARMRESTS - (PROCEDURE 4)

X

 

X

 

l Do not interfere with tires when rolling.

 

 

l Pivot points free of wear and looseness.

X

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY

X

 

 

X

l Inspect for rips or sagging.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CAPTAIN'S SEAT

X

X

 

 

l Captain's Seat is secured to the wheelchair frame.

 

 

l HIGH BACK CAPTAIN'S SEATS ONLY - Limit switch prevents the wheelchair

X

 

X

X

fromoperatinginanyreclinepositionover114o RELATIVETOTHESEATFRAME.

 

WARNING: NEVER operate the wheelchair while in any recline position

 

 

 

 

over 114o RELATIVE TO THE SEAT FRAME. If the limit switch does not

 

 

 

 

stop the wheelchair from operating in a recline position over 114o RELA-

 

 

 

 

TIVE TO THE SEAT FRAME, do not operate the wheelchair. Have the

 

 

 

 

wheelchair adjusted by a qualified technician.

 

 

 

 

DRIVE WHEELS

X

 

 

 

l Axle bolts and locking tab washers are secure.

 

 

 

l No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun when disen-

X

 

 

 

gaged (free-wheeling).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FRONT STABILIZERS

X

 

X

 

l Bolts are tight.

 

X

lAdjusted for desired ride. WARNING: MUST be adjusted by qualified technician.

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CASTERS - (PROCEDURE 8)

 

 

 

 

l Inspect wheel/fork assembly for proper tension by spinning caster; caster

X

 

X

 

should come to a gradual stop.

 

 

l Loosen/tighten locknut if wheel wobbles noticeably or binds to a stop.

X

 

X

 

CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked

 

 

 

 

periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CASTER/WHEEL/FORK/HEAD TUBE - (PROCEDURE 8)

X

X

 

 

l Ensure all fasteners are secure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TIRES - (PROCEDURE 8)

X

X

 

 

l Inspect for flat spots and wear.

 

 

l If pneumatic tires check for proper inflation.

X

X

 

 

CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked

 

 

 

 

periodically for cracks and wear, and should be replaced.

X

X

 

 

 

 

 

BATTERIES- (PROCEDURE 11)

X

 

 

X

l Check for cracks and wear on terminal caps and battery clamp covers.

 

 

l Check that terminal caps and battery clamp covers are properly secured to

X

 

 

X

the battery terminals.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CLEANING

X

 

 

X

l Clean upholstery and armrests.

 

 

NOTE: Every six (6) months take your wheelchair to a qualified dealer for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your wheelchair. To operate properly and safely, your wheelchair must be cared for just like any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your wheelchair.

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Contents ProntoR2/Pronto R2-250 Series R N I N G Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat Positioning StrapsTable of Contents Specification S Weight limitation varies with motor. Refer toRain and operators weight PerformanceProcedure General GuidelinesProcedure General GuidelinesGeneral Guidelines SAFETY/HANDLING Wheelchairs Stability and BalanceStairways Remove the occupant from the wheelchairShift body weight into seat with transfer Minimize GAP DistanceFunctional Reach From a Wheelchair Reaching, Leaning, Bending and Bending ForwardReaching, Bending Backward Shipping Insert Installed Shipping Insert Battery BoxShipping Insert Removed Safety Inspection Checklist Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGTroubleshooting Mechanical Troubleshooting ElectricalChecking Battery Charge Level Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGPROCEDUREUsing Hydrometer to Check Battery Cells Lead Acid Figure Number of Floating BallsNumber of Floating Balls Will Vary According to Charge INSTALLING/REMOVING Footrests Figure Adjusting Footrest HeightFront Riggings O N TINSTALLING/REMOVING Elevating Legrests Figure Procedure Front RiggingsReplacing Heel Loops Figure O N T I N G SAdjusting Calfpads AdjustingRaising/Lowering Elevating Legrests ReplacingAdjusting Removable Footboard Depth FigureAngle Figure Height FigureInstalling The Removable Footboard Plate Removing The Removable Footboard PlateINSTALLING/REMOVING the ONE Piece Footboard Figure Adjusting the ONE Piece Footboard HEIGHT, ANGLE, and DepthInstalling the One Piece Footboard Removing the One Piece FootboardREMOVING/INSTALLING the CALF-PADS Figure Adjusting the CALF-PADSAdjusting the Calf-Pad Height Figure Flat Head Screws Heel Mounting Holes FootboardAdjusting the Calf-Pad Width Figure Adjusting the Calf Pad Angle FigureLocknut Caplug Washer Hub CapAdjusting the Calf-Pad Depth Remove the two 2 hub caps from the pivot bracketCalf-Pad Legrest Tube NylonSmall Washers Calf-Pad Bracket Locknuts PivotO N T I N G Footrest Angle Adjustments Figure INSTALLING/REMOVING Flip Back Armrests Figure Adjusting Flip Back Armrests FigureArms M SAdjusting Captains Seat Armrests Procedure ArmsAdjust top of the flip back armrest to the desired height Positioning Flip Back Armrests for UseAdjusting Captains Seat Figure Replacing Seat Positioning StrapCaptains SEAT/POSITIONING Strap P T a I N SAdjustable Seat Back Angle/Recliner Seat Models Figure Repositioning Mkiv JoystickPreparing Mkiv Joystick for USE Figure E CFuse Replacement Figure Repositioning Battery Charger Connector FigureElectronics E C T R O N I C SReplacing Battery BOX Retaining Strap Figure T aR a P Retaining StrapENGAGING/DISENGAGINGMOTORS with Clutches Figures 1 ENGAGING/DISENGAGING Motors with Motor Locks FigureWheels Outside of Wheelchair Front of WheelchairAdjusting Forks Figure Adjusting the Stabilizer Figure Additional Adjustments for User Preference Detail BWheels REMOVING/INSTALLING Shrouds Figure ShroudsR O U D S Recliner Operation Figure Replacing Back or Headrest Upholstery FigureC L I N E R ReclinerAdjusting Back or Headrest Upholstery Figure ReclinerHeadrest Upholstery Extension Cane UpholsteryT T E R I E S BatteriesConnecting Battery Cables BatteriesDirect Mount Method Dual U1 BatteriesConnect Battery Cables Ring Terminals to This Side Posts Connect Battery Cable to Battery Terminal AS ShownBlack battery clamp cover onto Black bat- tery cable Installing Battery Clamp CoversInstall the battery box tops Connecting Battery Cables to Batteryies TERMINALS/POSTS RED Battery Clamp CoverNegative Battery Terminal/Post Tie-Wrap Group 22NF Battery Detail aWhen to Charge Batteries Figure Description and Use of Battery ChargersCharging Batteries Figure Mkiv RII JoystickRequired Items Detail aDetail B INSTALLING/REMOVING Battery Boxes Figure Recommended Battery TypesCleaning Battery Terminals Replacing BatteriesOne 1 Connector Battery Box Rear of ChairRetaining Front Strap ClipWarranty R R a N T YUSA