Invacare R2-250, Pronto R2 manual Shift body weight into seat with transfer, Minimize GAP Distance

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GENERAL GUIDELINES

PROCEDURE 1

Transferring to and From Other Seats

Percentage of Weight Distribution

WARNING

ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power OFF and en- gage the motor locks/clutches to prevent the wheels from moving BEFORE attempting to trans- fer in or out of the wheelchair. Also, make sure every precaution is taken to reduce the gap dis- tance aligning both rear casters parallel with the object you are transferring onto.

CAUTION

When transferring, position yourself as far back as possibleintheseat.Thiswillpreventbrokenscrews, damaged upholstery and the possibility of the wheelchair tipping forward.

NOTE: This activity may be performed independently provided you have adequate mobility and upper body strength.

1.Position the wheelchair as close as possible along side the seat to which you are transferring, with the rear casters pointing away from it.

2.Engage motor locks/clutches. Refer to one (1) of the following.

A.WHEELCHAIRS WITH MOTORS THAT HAVE CLUTCHES - ENGAGING/DISENGAGING MOTORS WITH CLUTCHES in PROCEDURE 8 of this manual.

B.WHEELCHAIRS WITH MOTORS THAT HAVE MOTOR LOCKS - ENGAGING/DISENGAG- ING MOTORS WITH MOTOR LOCKS in PRO- CEDURE 8 of this manual.

3.Shift body weight into seat with transfer.

During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all possible.

MINIMIZE GAP

DISTANCE

WARNING

DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.

Manyactivitiesrequirethewheelchairusertoreach, bend and transfer in and out of the wheelchair. These movements will cause a change to normal balance, center of gravity, and weight distribution of the wheelchair. To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare profes- sional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheel- chair.

Proper positioning is essential for your safety. When reaching, leaning, bending or bending forward, it isimportanttousetherearcastersasatooltomain- tain stability and balance.

Functional Reach From a Wheelchair

The approximate reach-limit values shown in the accom- panying graphs were derived on the basis of a sample of 91 male and 36 female wheelchair users. Note the differ- ence between the maximum and the comfortable reach limits, a subjective but important consideration in design.

Reaching, Leaning, Bending and Bending - Forward

Position the rear casters so that they are extended as far rearward as possible and engage motor locks/ clutches. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REACH OBJECTS

IF YOU HAVE TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE SEAT OR PICK THEM UP FROM THE FLOOR BY REACH- ING DOWN BETWEEN YOUR KNEES.

G E N E R A L

G U I D E L I N E S

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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
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