Invacare Nutron Series manual CLUTCH/MOTOR Lock, Engaging/Disengaging the Clutches

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SECTION 13—CLUTCH/MOTOR LOCK

SECTION 13—CLUTCH/MOTOR LOCK

WARNING

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

Engaging/Disengaging the Clutches

WARNING

DO NOT engage or disengage the clutches until the power is off.

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 13.1.

The clutch engagement/disengagement allows free‐wheeling or joystick controlled operation. Free‐wheeling allows an attendant to maneuver the wheelchair without power. To engage/disengage the clutches:

1. Locate the clutch handles on motors as shown in FIGURE 13.1.

CAUTION

If clutch handles are forced to engage in the wrong direction as shown in FIGURE 13.1, the motors will be damaged and will need to be replaced.

Top View Of Wheelchair

 

NOTE: NEVER force clutch

Disengaged (Toward rear wheels)

handles in these directions.

Clutch

Engaged (Toward

Clutch Handle

Handle

rear of wheelchair)

 

FIGURE 13.1 Engaging/Disengaging the Clutches

Part No.1106644

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Nutron® Series

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Invacare Nutron Series manual CLUTCH/MOTOR Lock, Engaging/Disengaging the Clutches