Invacare 220 manual Operating the Scooter

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SECTION 6—OPERATION OF THE POWERED SCOOTER

Operating the Scooter

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.

DO NOT make sharp turns in the forward or reverse direction at excessive speed. Failure to observe the warning can cause the scooter to tip over and may result in injury to user and/ or damage to the product.

To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence 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 operating the powered scooter, review Control Panel on page 25.

2.Charge the batteries. Refer to Charging the Batteries on page 43.

3.Install the battery box on to the scooter. Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Box on page 41.

4.On Deluxe seat ONLY, transferring to and from the seat can be accomplished in one

(1) of two (2) ways:

Flipping up the armrest makes entering/exiting easier.

Rotating seat to the direction of transfer. Refer to Adjusting 90° Seat Swivel - Deluxe Seat Only on page 32.

5.Once you have transferred into the seat, rotate seat to the forward position and flip arms down (on Deluxe seat only).

6.Adjust the tiller to a comfortable angle. Refer to Adjusting the Tiller Angle on page 35.

7.Adjust speed control knob to the appropriate setting.

NOTE: For driving indoors or on uneven terrain, a slower speed is recommended. For soft terrain or steep inclines (no greater than 8°), a faster speed may be necessary.

8. Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the on position.

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Contents HMVHighly Maneuverable Vehicle 220 Table of Contents Tiller Adjustment Transporting Register Your Product Product Registration Form Fold here Cut Along Line Special Notes TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat RestraintsTypical Product Parameters 220Label Locations Operation Information Repair or Service InformationGeneral Guidelines General Guidelines Electrical Grounding InstructionsBatteries Weight TrainingWeight Limitation Rain TestEMI Information EMI Information Stability and Balance SAFETY/HANDLING of Powered ScootersPercentage of Weight Distribution Stairways EscalatorsInspect/Adjust Initially Safety InspectionSafety Inspection Checklists Inspect/Adjust Weekly Inspect/Adjust MonthlyInspect/Adjust Periodically Maintenance and Troubleshooting Suggested Maintenance ProceduresTroubleshooting Symptom Probable Cause SolutionOperation of the Powered Scooter Control PanelOperating the Scooter Engaging/Disengaging the Brake Release Lever Resetting the Circuit Breaker Engaging/Disengaging the Brake Release LeverSeat and Arms Removing/Installing/Adjusting the Padded SeatInstalling/Adjusting Seat Height RemovingUnfolding Folding/Unfolding the Back Padded Seat OnlyFolding Removing/Installing the Deluxe Seat InstallingAdjusting Seat Height Deluxe Seat Only Adjusting 90 Seat Swivel Deluxe Seat OnlyRemoving/Installing the Arms Deluxe Seat Only Adjusting 90 Seat Swivel Deluxe Seat OnlyRemoving/Installing the Arms Deluxe Seat Only Replacing Armrest Pads Deluxe Seat OnlyTiller Adjustment Adjusting the Tiller AngleRemoving/Installing the Drive Wheels Wheels and CastersRemoving/Installing the Front Wheel Removing/Installing the Drive WheelsRemoving/Installing the Fork Removing/Installing the ForkRemoving/Installing the Caster Assemblies Removing/Installing the Caster AssembliesRecommended Battery Type BatteriesRemoving/Installing the Battery Box Recommended Battery TypeRemoving/Installing the Batteries Inhibit RED Battery Charger Circuit Connector Charging the BatteriesCharging the Batteries Disassembling TransportingTransporting the Scooter AssemblingTransporting the Scooter Scooter Accessories Installing/Removing the Crutch/Cane HolderInstalling/Removing the Safety Flag Installing/Removing the Crutch/Cane HolderUsing the Walker Holder Installing/Removing/Using the Walker HolderInstalling/Removing the Walker Holder Installing/Removing the Rear Mounted Basket Installing/Removing the Rear Mounted BasketLimited Warranty Product Made Taiwan