Invacare R2-250 ENGAGING/DISENGAGINGMOTORS with Clutches Figures 1, Wheels, Disengaging Figure

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WHEELS

PROCEDURE 8

This Procedure Includes the Following:

Engaging/Disengaging Motors with Clutches

Engaging/Disengaging Motors with Motor Locks

Adjusting Forks

Adjusting The Stabalizer

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE- FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.

CAUTION

As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced.

ENGAGING/DISENGAGINGMOTORS WITH CLUTCHES (FIGURES 1 AND 2)

WARNING

DO NOT engage or disengage the clutches until the power is in the OFF position.

CAUTION

Ensure both clutches are fully engaged BEFORE driving the wheelchair.

1.Locate the clutch handles on motors.

2.Perform one (1) of the following: A. ENGAGING (FIGURE 1) -

1.Push the clutch handle IN.

2.Push the clutch handle towards the front of the wheelchair.

ENGAGING:

BEGINNING POSITION

ENDING POSITION

Outside of Wheelchair

Front of Wheelchair

FIGURE 1 - ENGAGING MOTORS WITH CLUTCHES

B.DISENGAGING (FIGURE 2) -

1.Pull the clutch handle towards the rear of the wheelchair.

2.Pull the clutch handle OUT.

DISENGAGING:

BEGINNING POSITION

ENDING POSITION

Outside of Wheelchair

Front of Wheelchair

FIGURE 2 - DISENGAGING MOTORS WITH CLUTCHES

ENGAGING/DISENGAGING MOTORS WITH MOTOR LOCKS (FIGURE 3)

WARNING

DO NOT engage or disengage the motor locks until the power is in the OFF position.

CAUTION

Ensure both motor locks are fully engaged BE- FORE driving the wheelchair.

The motor lock disengagement/engagement allows free- wheeling or joystick controlled operation. Freewheeling allows an attendant to maneuver the wheelchair without power. To disengage/engage the motor locks:

1.Locate the motor lock levers on the motors.

2.Perform one (1) of the following:

A.DISENGAGE - Push the motor lock lever until they are pointing towards the outside of the wheelchair (free wheel position).

B.ENGAGE - Pull the motor lock handles until they are pointing up (drive position).

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Contents ProntoR2/Pronto R2-250 Series Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat Positioning Straps R N I N GTable of Contents Weight limitation varies with motor. Refer to Specification SRain and operators weight PerformanceGeneral Guidelines ProcedureGeneral Guidelines ProcedureGeneral Guidelines Stability and Balance SAFETY/HANDLING WheelchairsStairways Remove the occupant from the wheelchairMinimize GAP Distance Shift body weight into seat with transferFunctional Reach From a Wheelchair Reaching, Leaning, Bending and Bending ForwardReaching, Bending Backward Shipping Insert Installed Shipping Insert Battery BoxShipping Insert Removed Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Safety Inspection ChecklistTroubleshooting Electrical Troubleshooting MechanicalChecking 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 Adjusting Footrest Height INSTALLING/REMOVING Footrests FigureFront Riggings O N TProcedure Front Riggings INSTALLING/REMOVING Elevating Legrests FigureReplacing Heel Loops Figure O N T I N G SAdjusting Adjusting CalfpadsRaising/Lowering Elevating Legrests ReplacingDepth Figure Adjusting Removable FootboardAngle Figure Height FigureRemoving The Removable Footboard Plate Installing The Removable Footboard PlateAdjusting the ONE Piece Footboard HEIGHT, ANGLE, and Depth INSTALLING/REMOVING the ONE Piece Footboard FigureInstalling the One Piece Footboard Removing the One Piece FootboardAdjusting the CALF-PADS REMOVING/INSTALLING the CALF-PADS FigureAdjusting the Calf-Pad Height Figure Flat Head Screws Heel Mounting Holes FootboardAdjusting the Calf Pad Angle Figure Adjusting the Calf-Pad Width FigureLocknut Caplug Washer Hub CapRemove the two 2 hub caps from the pivot bracket Adjusting the Calf-Pad DepthNylon Calf-Pad Legrest TubeSmall Washers Calf-Pad Bracket Locknuts PivotO N T I N G Footrest Angle Adjustments Figure Adjusting Flip Back Armrests Figure INSTALLING/REMOVING Flip Back Armrests FigureArms M SProcedure Arms Adjusting Captains Seat ArmrestsAdjust top of the flip back armrest to the desired height Positioning Flip Back Armrests for UseReplacing Seat Positioning Strap Adjusting Captains Seat FigureCaptains SEAT/POSITIONING Strap P T a I N SRepositioning Mkiv Joystick Adjustable Seat Back Angle/Recliner Seat Models FigurePreparing Mkiv Joystick for USE Figure E CRepositioning Battery Charger Connector Figure Fuse Replacement FigureElectronics E C T R O N I C ST a Replacing Battery BOX Retaining Strap FigureR a P Retaining StrapENGAGING/DISENGAGING Motors with Motor Locks Figure ENGAGING/DISENGAGINGMOTORS with Clutches Figures 1Wheels 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 Replacing Back or Headrest Upholstery Figure Recliner Operation FigureC L I N E R ReclinerRecliner Adjusting Back or Headrest Upholstery FigureHeadrest Upholstery Extension Cane UpholsteryBatteries T T E R I E SBatteries Connecting Battery CablesDirect Mount Method Dual U1 BatteriesConnect Battery Cable to Battery Terminal AS Shown Connect Battery Cables Ring Terminals to This Side PostsBlack battery clamp cover onto Black bat- tery cable Installing Battery Clamp CoversInstall the battery box tops RED Battery Clamp Cover Connecting Battery Cables to Batteryies TERMINALS/POSTSNegative Battery Terminal/Post Tie-Wrap Group 22NF Battery Detail aDescription and Use of Battery Chargers When to Charge Batteries FigureCharging Batteries Figure Mkiv RII JoystickRequired Items Detail aDetail B Recommended Battery Types INSTALLING/REMOVING Battery Boxes FigureCleaning Battery Terminals Replacing BatteriesRear of Chair One 1 Connector Battery BoxRetaining Front Strap ClipR R a N T Y WarrantyUSA