Invacare Pronto M51 Base manual EMI Information

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SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION

WARNING

Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)

Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from hand-held radio wave sources (transceivers) are of special concern. It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very close to the powered wheelchair's control system while using these devices. This can affect powered wheelchair movement and braking. Therefore, the warnings listed below are recommended to prevent possible interference with the control system of the powered wheelchair.

Electromagnetic interference (EMI) from sources such as radio and TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios, and cellular phones can affect powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters.

FOLLOWING THE WARNINGS LISTED BELOW SHOULD REDUCE THE CHANCE OF UNINTENDED BRAKE RELEASE OR POWERED WHEELCHAIR MOVEMENT WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

1)Do not operate hand-held transceivers (transmitters receivers), such as citizens band (CB) radios, or turn ON personal communication devices, such as cellular phones, while the powered wheelchair is turned ON;

2)Be aware of nearby transmitters, such as radio or TV stations, and try to avoid coming close to them;

3)If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn the powered wheelchair OFF as soon as it is safe;

4)Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered wheelchair, may make it more susceptible to EMI (NOTE: There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of the powered wheelchair); and

5)Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to the powered wheelchair manufacturer, and note whether there is a source of EMI nearby.

Important Information

1)20 volts per meter (V/m) is a generally achievable and useful immunity level against EMI (as of May 1994) (the higher the level, the greater the protection);

2)This device has been tested to a radiated immunity level of 20 volts per meter.

3)The immunity level of the product is unknown.

Modification of any kind to the electronics of this wheelchair as manufactured by Invacare may adversely affect the EMI immunity levels.

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Pronto® M51Base with SureStep®

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Contents Pronto M51 Base with SureStep Reference Documents Reference DocumentsDocument Table of Contents Register Your Product Table of ContentsSpecial Notes Special NotesMeaning Trro and Trbkts Warnings Typical Product Parameters Typical Product ParametersLabel Location Label LocationWheelchairs With Trro Wheelchairs Without Trro General Guidelines Controller Settings/Repair or ServiceGeneral Guidelines Operation InformationAccessories Charging Batteries BatteriesRain Test Weight TrainingWeight Limitation Grounding InstructionsEMI Information EMI InformationEMI Information SAFETY/HANDLING of Wheelchairs SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsStability and Balance Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping With Everyday ObstaclesLifting/Stairways Lifting/Stairways Transferring To and From Other Seats Transferring To and From Other SeatsReaching and Bending Backward Reaching, Leaning and Bending ForwardInspect/Adjust Initially Safety INSPECTION/ TroubleshootingSafety Inspection Checklists Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGInspect/Adjust Periodically Troubleshooting GuideInspect/Adjust Weekly Inspect/Adjust MonthlySymptom Probable Cause Solutions General TroubleshootingInformation Gauge Display Diagnostics SPJ+ w/PSS or SPJ+ w/ACC JoysticksDisplay Description Definition Service Indicator Light Diagnostics Possible SolutionMPJ+, PSR+, PSF+ Joysticks or Displays BAD Joystick CAL Values DON’T Checking Battery Charge LevelWheelchair Operation Turning the Power On/OffWheelchair Operation Operating the WheelchairMovement Action Using the Joystick to Drive the WheelchairSpeedometer On/Off ButtonCharger/Programming Input Service IndicatorSpeed Control Buttons JoystickInformation Gauge Display MPJ+ Joystick Switches and IndicatorsDrive Select Toggle Switch Selecting the Drive ModeLCD Display Screens Speed ControlMain Screen Splash ScreenWheelchair Operation Description Status IndicatorConnected Devices Screen Programmable Mono Port 1/2 or External Mode SwitchRemote Stop Switch Remote Mode Reset SwitchRemote On/Off Switch Mode SwitchMemory Card Slot Joystick Repositioning JoystickSPJ+ Joysticks Disconnecting/Connecting the JoysticksDisconnecting ConnectingSeat Tilting the Seat Assembly Formula CG OnlyTilting the Seat Assembly Back SeatTilting the Seat Assembly Formula CG Only Tilting the Seat Assembly ForwardRemoving/Installing the Seat Assembly InstallingRemoving Pinch point may occur when rotating the footboard assembly Footboard AssemblyRemoving/Installing the Footboard Assembly Footboard AssemblyAngle Adjusting the Footboard AssemblyDepth Adjusting the Footboard Assembly AngleTOP Shroud and Wheels Removing/Installing the Battery ShroudTOP Shroud and Wheels Replacing the Flat Free Tires on the Wheel RimRemoving/Installing the Battery Shroud Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release Lever Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release LeverReplacing Front/Rear Caster Assemblies Adjusting ForksBatteries BatteriesNegative Using the Proper BatteriesTool QTY Removing/Installing Batteries from/into Battery TrayRemoving/Installing Batteries from/into Battery Tray Connecting Battery Cables Connecting/Disconnecting Battery CablesCaps not shown on front When to Charge Batteries Disconnecting Battery CablesSPJ+ w/PSS and SPJ+ w/ACC Joysticks MPJ+ Joystick Charging BatteriesOn-Board Battery Charger Battery Charger OperationON/OFF Indicator Charger Programming Port Transport Ready Package Transport Ready PackageSpecifications About Transport Ready PackagesCompliance Information Positioning the Wheelchair in the Vehicle Securing the Wheelchair to the VehicleSecuring the Wheelchair Securement PointsWheelchair-Anchored Belts Securing the OccupantSeating System Vehicle-Anchored BeltsPositioning Belts Positioning BeltsPronto M51 Base with SureStep Pronto M51 Base with SureStep Pronto M51 Base with SureStep USA Limited Warranty