Invacare P9000 service manual R N I N G, E C I a L T E S

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W A R N I N G

WARNING/SPECIAL NOTES

WARNING

THE PROCEDURES IN THIS MANUAL SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED

BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.

DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL AND THE OWNERS MANUAL SUPPLIED WITH THE WHEELCHAIR. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.

S P E C I A L

N O T E S

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 end 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 industry. 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 SEATING POSITIONING STRAP IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY THE USER. SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM A WHEELCHAIR.

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Contents Excel and P9000 R N I N G E C I a L T E STable of Contents Specification S SpecificationsPower I F I C a T I O N SProcedure General Guidelines Repair or Service InformationBattery Charger Connector Digital Voltmeter Using Hydrometer to Check Battery Cells Lead Acid FigureTroubleshooting Procedure Field Load Test FigureNumber of Floating Balls Motor Testing FigureProcedure Troubleshooting Check charging systemCap Pin Motor Connector OhmmeterCap Motor Back Upholstery Washer Phillips Screw Replacing Back Upholstery FigureH O L S T E R Y Tie Wrap Mounting Hole Locknuts Washer Hex ScrewsSeat Frame Procedure Adjusting Seat Depth FigureAdjusting Back HEIGHT/ Replacing Back Canes Figure A T M EPreparing Mkiv Joystick for USE Figure Procedure ElectronicsMkiv Joystick Mounting Tube Adjustment Lock Lever Repositioning Mkiv Joystick FigureInstalling REMOVING/INSTALLING Drive Wheels FigureWheels Procedure Replacing Pneumatic TIRES/ Tubes Drive WHEELS/CASTERSReplacing Forks Figure Procedure WheelsReplacing Casters Figure T T E R I E S Batteries ProcedureBattery Terminals/Posts U1 Battery Box Bottom Dual 22 NF T T E R Connecting Battery CablesDual U1 or Dual 22NF Battery Boxes Batteries Battery Clamp Battery Clamp Method Figures 4, 5Positive + Battery Terminal/Post Hex Nut CoverR I E S Positive + Battery Terminal Post and Battery ClampRED Battery A I R S Refer to Battery Tray in this proce- dure of the manualAssembling Excel Unfolding/Folding Integrated Sling Seat FigureUnfolding/Folding Captains Seat Figure Adjusting FLIP-UP Removable FootboardFWD Wheelchairs Push Brackets Pivot Link CrossbracesHeight Figure Replacing Armrest Pads FigureReplacing Armrest Plate Figure Replacing Captains Seat Figure Steps 7 Steps 3Steps 2 Replacing Wiring HarnessFWD Wheelchairs Procedure Steps 5Adjusting Limit Switch Figure Limit Switch Phono Plug Body Phono JackREMOVING/INSTALLING Shrouds Phillips Screws Locknut Installing Side Shrouds and FillersFiller Side Shroud Battery Box Battery Tray Phono Jack Retaining StrapChanging Seat Width Integrated Sling Seats Figure 16-18 orReplacing Crossbraces Captains Seat Figure SpacerLocknut Washer Steps 6 Pivot Link Hex BoltsHex Bolts Steps 6 Crossbrace SpacerCharging Batteries Figure When to Charge Batteries FigureDescription and Use of Battery Chargers Required ItemsCleaning Battery Terminals INSTALLING/REMOVING Battery Boxes FigureRecommended Battery Types Replacing BatteriesUnfolding Battery Tray for Use Figure Battery TrayFolding Battery Tray for Transport Figure Changing Width of Battery Tray FigureInstalling Battery Tray Figure Replacing Right Battery Tray Hanger Bracket FigureRemoving Battery Tray Figure Repositioning Motors Figure Footboard Mounting Bracket Battery Tray Hanger BracketReplacing Left Battery Tray Hanger Bracket Figure Spacer Hex ScrewUsers Weight 201 to 250 LBS Rotate battery tray hanger bracket upPin Steps 3 Replacing Clutch Handles FigureClutch Handle Clutch Handle Steps 9Steps 4 17, 18Unfolding/Folding the Wheelchair Assembling Power 9000 FigureRefer to INSTALLING/REMOV ING Footrests or Install Seat Rails GuidesWait until charging is complete Battery Discharge IndicatorRWD Wheelchairs Connect the battery box retaining strap clip together Retaining Strap Clip14-15, 16-18 Battery Tray FigureChanging Seat Width Figure Adjusting SEAT-TO-FLOOR Height H a I R SPhillips Screws To Controller DisassemblyReassembly From MotorsPlate Underside of Motor Mount Plate Alignment Pin Long SocketMotor Mount Alignment Hole Wheelchair Frame Support Tube Motor/GearboxLimited Warranty R R a N T YChedworth Way