Invacare LYNX LX-3, PANTHER MX-4, LYNX SX-3 Operation of the Scooter Figures, Procedure Operation

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OPERATION

PROCEDURE 3	OPERATION

OPERATION OF THE SCOOTER (FIGURES 1-5)

WARNING

Before attempting to sit in the powered scooter, REMOVE the key from the ignition. This will ensure that the POWER is OFF and the scooter will not drive.

To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the pres- ence of a qualified healthcare professional BEFORE attempting active use of the powered scooter.

Ensure seat is properly locked before attempting transfer into or out of the powered scooter. Attempting unsafe transfers may cause a fall from the powered scooter resulting in bodily injury.

For individuals with balance problems, practice transferring activities WITH AN ASSISTANT in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional. DO NOT attempt to transfer into or out of the powered scooter without assistance.

1.Before operation of the powered scooter, review the CONTROL PANEL FEATURES section in this procedure of the manual.

2.Install and charge batteries. Refer to REPLACING BATTERIES and CHARGING THE BATTERIES in PROCEDURE 4 in this manual.

3.Transferring to and from the seat can be accomplished in one (1) of two (2) ways:

A.Flipping up the armrest makes entering/exiting easier.

B.For all models except ZOOM-3, the seat can be rotated in either direction. Refer to 90º SEAT SWIVEL ADJUSTMENT in PROCEDURE 5 in this manual.

4.Once the seat is locked in the forward-facing position and both armrests are in the DOWN position, adjust the tiller to a comfortable angle. Refer to TILLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT in PROCEDURE 8 in this manual.

5.Adjust speed control knob to the appropriate setting. For PANTHER MX-4 also select low/ high speed.

NOTE: For driving indoors or on uneven terrain, a slower speed (and the selection of low speed for PANTHER MX-4 is recommended. For soft terrain or steep inclines (no greater than 8º), a faster speed may be necessary.

6. Insert the key into the ignition.

WARNING

Always depress the throttle control lever gradually. This will ensure smooth safe starts.

NOTE: Throttle control levers are teetered such that moving one (1) will also move the opposite side throttle control lever.

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Contents Invacare Scooters Special Notes Table of Contents Procedure 10 Transport Specifications SpecificationsSpecifications Operating Information General Guidelines ProcedureGeneral Warnings General GuidelinesRamps Procedure General GuidelinesElectrical Batteries Weight LimitationGeneral Warnings Grounding Instructions Rain TestGeneral Guidelines Important Information Stability and Balance SAFETY/HANDLINGPercentage of Weight Distribution Always wear your seat positioning strapStairways ESCALATORS? SorryDelta Tiller Standard TillerSafety INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE Safety INSPECTION/ MaintenanceSuggested Maintenance Procedures MaintenanceSafety INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE Procedure Lubrication Points Figure Detail aTroubleshooting Guide Procedure Safety INSPECTION/MAINTENANCEALL Scooter Models Control Panel FeaturesOperation Procedure With Delta or Standard Tillers FigureDelta Procedure Operation Detail aZOOM-3 Tiller Panther MX-4 WWith Delta Tillers Figure Panther MX-4 Scooters onlyDetail F Procedure Operation Operation of the Scooter FiguresBrake ARM Using the Hand Brake LEVER/BRAKE ARM FigureHand Brake Lever Delta TillersALL Models Except Panther MX-4 Figure Brake Release LeverPanther MX-4 only Figure Fuse Replacement Reset Circuit BREAKER/FUSE Replacement FigureCircuit Breaker Removing REMOVING/INSTALLING the Batteries with Cables FigureProcedure BATTERIES/CHARGING BATTERIES/CHARGINGBATTERIES/CHARGING Procedure Recommended Battery TypesReplacing the Batteries Figure BATTERIES/CHARGING Cleaning Battery Terminals DiatelyModel Battery Charger Power Cord Charging the BatteriesRemote Battery Charger Figure ON-BOARD Battery Charger FigureBattery Charger Operation Figure Battery Charger Operation Remote and ON-BOARDDetermining Seat Post Type Figure REMOVING/INSTALLING the SeatSeat Procedure SeatProcedure Seat Installing FigureRemoving Figure Adjusting the Seat Height Solid Seat Post FigureAdjustable Height Seat Post Figure Detail aAdjustment Adjusting the Seat DepthALL Models Except ZOOM-3 Figure Using the Adjustable Seat Slide Figure Adjusting the Seat DepthREMOVING/INSTALLING the Seat UPHOLSTERY/ Cushion Figure InstallingBack Figure REMOVING/INSTALLINGFOLDING/UNFOLDING Back CUSHION/UPHOLSTERY FigureBack Procedure Adjusting the Back ReclineAdjusting the Headrest ALL Models Except ZOOM-3, SX-3 and LX-3 FigureAdjustment Armrest Angle AdjustmentArmrest Width ALL Models Except ZOOM-3 Figure Depth Armrest DEPTH/HEIGHT AdjustmentHeight Figure Procedure Tiller Adjustment Tiller Angle AdjustmentTiller Adjustment Fold Down Tiller ZOOM-3 FigurePosition ALL Other Models FigureFive Models Built AfterProcedure SHROUD/WHEELS REMOVING/INSTALLING the Rear Shroud FigureALL Models SHROUD/WHEELS Procedure REMOVING/INSTALLING the Rear Wheels FigureTurn Power OFF and remove key from ignition REMOVING/INSTALLING the Front Wheels Figure SHROUD/WHEELSDo not USE TOP Models ZOOM-3 and Lynx SX-3Models Lynx LX-3 and LX-3 Plus Mounting HoleDisassembling the Scooter Procedure TransportTransporting the Scooter Figures 1 TransportDetail B Models Built with Delta Tillers Transporting the Scooter for ALL Models Except ZOOM-3Transport Procedure Cable Side ViewDisassembled View Steps 8 and 9 for ALL Models Except ZOOM-3ALL Models Except ZOOM-3 OPTIONS/REPLACEMENT Parts REMOVING/INSTALLING the Front Basket FigureProcedure OPTIONS/REPLACEMENT Parts REMOVING/INSTALLING the Seat Positioning Strap Figure REMOVING/INSTALLING the Floor Basket FigureOPTIONS/REPLACEMENT Parts Procedure OPTIONS/REPLACEMENT REMOVING/INSTALLING the CRUTCH/CANE Holder FigureREMOVING/INSTALLING the Safety Flag Figure PartsANTI-TIPPER Wheel Assembly ANTI-TIPPER WheelsReplacing Seat Lever Figure Replacing Seat LeverModels Lynx LX-3 and Panther LX-4 Figure Replacing Tiller Angle Adjustment Lever FigureReplacing Headlight Lightbulbs Lynx LX-3 and Panther LX-4Detail a Back View of Headlight Assembly Model Panther MX-4 FigureReplacing ON-BOARD Battery Charger Figure Replacing ON-BOARD Battery ChargerInvacare Scooters Part No Rev F Limited Warranty Limited W ArrantyOne InvacareWay