Invacare Pronto R2, R2-250 R N I N G, Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat Positioning Straps

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W A R N I N G

WARNING

WARNING

DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND

UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO

UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL IF APPLICABLE BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.

THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR MUST BE PERFORMED BY A

QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.

PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL

MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.

SPECIAL NOTES

WARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage.

NOTICE

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

WHEELCHAIR USER

As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of the user. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his/her healthcare professional capable of making such a selection.

WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS

Invacare recommends that wheelchair users NOT be transported in vehicles of any kind while in wheelchairs. As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in a moving vehicle of any type.

It is Invacare’s position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto indus- try. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any wheelchair transportation systems.

AS REGARDS RESTRAINTS - SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS - IT IS THE OBLIGATION OF THE DME DEALER, THERAPISTS AND OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS TO DETERMINE IF A SEAT POSITIONING STRAP IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY THE USER. SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM A 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 Rain and operators weight Specification SWeight limitation varies with motor. Refer to PerformanceProcedure General GuidelinesProcedure General GuidelinesGeneral Guidelines Stairways SAFETY/HANDLING WheelchairsStability and Balance Remove the occupant from the wheelchairFunctional Reach From a Wheelchair Shift body weight into seat with transferMinimize GAP Distance Reaching, Leaning, Bending and Bending ForwardReaching, Bending Backward Shipping Insert Removed Shipping Insert InstalledShipping Insert Battery Box Safety Inspection Checklist Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGChecking Battery Charge Level Troubleshooting MechanicalTroubleshooting Electrical Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGPROCEDURENumber of Floating Balls Will Vary According to Charge Using Hydrometer to Check Battery Cells Lead Acid FigureNumber of Floating Balls Front Riggings INSTALLING/REMOVING Footrests FigureAdjusting Footrest Height O N TReplacing Heel Loops Figure INSTALLING/REMOVING Elevating Legrests FigureProcedure Front Riggings O N T I N G SRaising/Lowering Elevating Legrests Adjusting CalfpadsAdjusting ReplacingAngle Figure Adjusting Removable FootboardDepth Figure Height FigureInstalling The Removable Footboard Plate Removing The Removable Footboard PlateInstalling the One Piece Footboard INSTALLING/REMOVING the ONE Piece Footboard FigureAdjusting the ONE Piece Footboard HEIGHT, ANGLE, and Depth Removing the One Piece FootboardAdjusting the Calf-Pad Height Figure REMOVING/INSTALLING the CALF-PADS FigureAdjusting the CALF-PADS Flat Head Screws Heel Mounting Holes FootboardLocknut Caplug Washer Adjusting the Calf-Pad Width FigureAdjusting the Calf Pad Angle Figure Hub CapAdjusting the Calf-Pad Depth Remove the two 2 hub caps from the pivot bracketSmall Washers Calf-Pad Legrest TubeNylon Calf-Pad Bracket Locknuts PivotO N T I N G Footrest Angle Adjustments Figure Arms INSTALLING/REMOVING Flip Back Armrests FigureAdjusting Flip Back Armrests Figure M SAdjust top of the flip back armrest to the desired height Adjusting Captains Seat ArmrestsProcedure Arms Positioning Flip Back Armrests for UseCaptains SEAT/POSITIONING Strap Adjusting Captains Seat FigureReplacing Seat Positioning Strap P T a I N SPreparing Mkiv Joystick for USE Figure Adjustable Seat Back Angle/Recliner Seat Models FigureRepositioning Mkiv Joystick E CElectronics Fuse Replacement FigureRepositioning Battery Charger Connector Figure E C T R O N I C SR a P Replacing Battery BOX Retaining Strap FigureT a Retaining StrapWheels ENGAGING/DISENGAGINGMOTORS with Clutches Figures 1ENGAGING/DISENGAGING Motors with Motor Locks Figure Outside of Wheelchair Front of WheelchairWheels Adjusting Forks Figure Adjusting the Stabilizer FigureAdditional Adjustments for User Preference Detail B R O U D S REMOVING/INSTALLING Shrouds FigureShrouds C L I N E R Recliner Operation FigureReplacing Back or Headrest Upholstery Figure ReclinerHeadrest Upholstery Extension Adjusting Back or Headrest Upholstery FigureRecliner Cane UpholsteryT T E R I E S BatteriesDirect Mount Method Connecting Battery CablesBatteries Dual U1 BatteriesConnect Battery Cables Ring Terminals to This Side Posts Connect Battery Cable to Battery Terminal AS ShownInstall the battery box tops Black battery clamp cover onto Black bat- tery cableInstalling Battery Clamp Covers Negative Battery Terminal/Post Tie-Wrap Group 22NF Battery Connecting Battery Cables to Batteryies TERMINALS/POSTSRED Battery Clamp Cover Detail aCharging Batteries Figure When to Charge Batteries FigureDescription and Use of Battery Chargers Mkiv RII JoystickDetail B Required ItemsDetail a Cleaning Battery Terminals INSTALLING/REMOVING Battery Boxes FigureRecommended Battery Types Replacing BatteriesRetaining Front One 1 Connector Battery BoxRear of Chair Strap ClipWarranty R R a N T YUSA