Invacare Nutron Series Wheelchair Operation, Operating the Wheelchair, Turning the Power On/Off

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SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION

SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR

OPERATION

WARNING

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

Set-up/programming of the Electronic Control Unit is to be performed ONLY by a qualified technician. The fine tuning adjustments of the controller may affect other activities of the wheelchair. Damage to the equipment could occur under these cir- cumstances. IF UNQUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS PERFORM ANY WORK ON THESE UNITS, THE WARRANTY IS VOID.

Operating the Wheelchair

Turning the Power On/Off

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1.

1.Turn the power on by moving the on/off switch up or down. The switch automatically retracts back to center position.

NOTE: After turning power on, all indicators will light briefly, and the display gauge will indicate one of the following:

A.The Current Battery Charge ‐ Information gauge shows all LEDʹs lit or partial LEDʹs lit.

B.Out Of Neutral at Power Up ‐ Information Gauge shows all LEDʹs flashing slowly. This occurs when the power is turned on when the joystick is out of neutral. This feature prevents sudden and unexpected movements of the power chair.

2.Turning the power off can be achieved by moving the on/off switch up or down. The switch automatically retracts back to center position.

Information

Gauge

INVACARE

On/Off

Toggle

Switch

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Contents Nutron Series Nutron Series Part No.1106644 Table of Contents Back UPHOLSTERY/SEAT Positioning Strap Complete and mail the form on the next Register Your ProductProduct Registration Form Fold here Cut Along Line Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat Restraints Special NotesNutron R32, R32LX Typical Product ParametersRepair or Service Information General GuidelinesOperating Information Tire Pressure Electrical AccessoriesGrounding Instructions BatteriesCharging Batteries Weight Training Weight LimitationRain Test EMI Information EMI Information Coping With Everyday Obstacles SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsSafety/Handling of Wheelchairs Stability and BalanceTilting Curbs TiltingStairways Escalators Transferring To and From Other SeatsReaching, Leaning and Bending Forward Percentage of Weight DistributionReaching and Bending Backward Reaching and Bending BackwardInspect/Adjust Weekly Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGSafety Inspection Checklists Inspect/Adjust InitiallyInspect/Adjust Periodically Inspect/Adjust MonthlySymptom Probable Cause Solutions Troubleshooting GuideDON’T Checking Battery Charge LevelTurning the Power On/Off Wheelchair OperationOperating the Wheelchair Using the Horn Using the Joystick to Drive the ChairSPJ Joystick Switches and Indicators Display Description Definition Removing Installing/Removing the FootrestsInstalling Front RiggingsModel PW93, PW93E, and PW93ST Footrests Adjusting the Footrest HeightModel 93M, 904A, PAL4A, and PAS4A Footrests Replacing Heel LoopsRaising/Lowering Elevating Legrests Installing/Removing Elevating LegrestsAdjusting Calfpads Adjusting/Replacing Telescoping Front Rigging SupportAdjusting/Replacing Telescoping Front Rigging Support Arms Adjusting Armrest HeightUsing Swing-Back Arms Armrest PadClothing Guard Removing/Installing Armrest Removing/Installing ArmrestBack Adjusting the Back HeightUPHOLSTERY/SEAT Positioning Strap Replacing Seat UpholsteryReplacing Back Upholstery Replacing Back Upholstery Replacing Seat Positioning StrapReplacing Seat Positioning Strap Preparing the Joystick For Use JoystickRepositioning the Joystick Repositioning the JoystickCasters Adjusting ForksBatteries Using the Proper BatteriesUsing the Proper Batteries Recommended Battery TypesInstalling/Removing the Battery Boxes Installing/Removing the Battery Boxes Installing/Removing the Battery TrayInstalling/Removing the Battery Tray Place batteries into battery box bottom Direct Mount Method Connecting Battery CablesBatteries Connecting Battery Cables Direct Mount Method Connecting Battery Cables Battery Clamp Method Battery Clamp MethodInstalling Battery Clamp Cover Connecting Battery Cables -Battery Clamp Method Replacing the Battery Box Retaining Strap 10 Replacing the Battery Box Retaining Strap Cleaning Battery TerminalsCharging Batteries When To Charge BatteriesConnecting the Battery Charger Description and Use of Battery ChargersEngaging/Disengaging the Clutches CLUTCH/MOTOR LockCLUTCH/MOTOR Lock Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel Locks Installing/AdjustingWheel Locks Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel Locks UsingANTI-TIPPERS Installing/Removing the Anti-TippersInstalling/Removing the Anti-Tippers Transporting Transporting the NutronUnfolding/Folding the Wheelchair Transporting the Nutron Limited Warranty USA