Troubleshooting Mechanical | Invacare R2-250, Pronto R2 specs

SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGPROCEDURE 2

TROUBLESHOOTING - MECHANICAL

CHAIR VEERS	SLUGGISH TURN/	CASTERS	SQUEAKS AND	LOOSENESS	CHAIR 3	SOLUTIONS
LEFT/RIGHT	PERFORMANCE	FLUTTER	RATTLES	IN CHAIR	WHEELS
X	X	X			X	If pneumatic, check tires for cor-
						rect and equal pressure.
X	X	X	X	X		Check for loose stem nuts/bolts.
X		X				Check that both casters contact
						ground at the same time.

X						Check that both stabilizer wheels
						are adjusted to the same height.

TROUBLESHOOTING - ELECTRICAL

	SYMPTOM	PROBABLE CAUSE	SOLUTIONS
	Battery won't charge.	Blown Fuse.	Replace fuse (PROCEDURE 6).

	Batteries draw excessive current	Battery failure.	Check batteries for shorted cell. Replace if nec-
	when charging.		essary (BATTERIES-PROCEDURE 11).

	Battery indicator flashes the charge	Electrical malfunction.	Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service.
	level is low—immediately after re-	Battery failure.	Check batteries for shorted cell. Replace if nec-
	charge.	Battery failure.	Check batteries for shorted cell. Replace if nec-
	charge.		essary (BATTERIES-PROCEDURE 11).
			essary (BATTERIES-PROCEDURE 11).
		Malfunctioning battery charger.	Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service.
		Electrical malfunction.	Poor connections between charger and wheel-
			chair. Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service.

	Battery indicator flashes the charge	Batteries not charged.	Have charger checked.
	level is low—too soon after being	Weak batteries.	Replace batteries if necessary (BATTERIES-PRO-
	recharged.	Weak batteries.	Replace batteries if necessary (BATTERIES-PRO-
	recharged.		CEDURE 11).
			CEDURE 11).
		Electrical malfunction.	Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service.
	Motor “chatters” or runs irregular.	Electrical malfunction.	Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service.
	Wheelchair does not respond to	One (1) or both motor locks/clutches	Engage motor locks/clutches (PROCEDURE 8).
	commands. Power "ON", battery	disengaged.
	indicator flashes.
	Only one (1) rear wheel turns.	Electrical malfunction.	Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service.
		One (1) motor lock/clutch is disengaged.	Engage motor lock/clutch (PROCEDURE 8).

	Joystick erratic or does not re-	Electrical malfunction.	Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service.
	spond as desired.	Controller Programed improperly.	Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service.
		Controller Programed improperly.	Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service.

	Wheelchair does not respond to	Poor battery terminal connection.	Clean terminals (BATTERIES-PROCEDURE 11).
	commands. Power indicator
	OFF—even after recharging.	Electrical malfunction.	Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service.
		Electrical malfunction.	Contact Dealer/Invacare for Service.

NOTE: For additional troubleshooting information and explanation of error codes, refer to the individual CONTROL- LER MANUAL supplied with each wheelchair.

CHECKING BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL

The following “Do’s” and “Don’ts” are provided for your convenience and safety.

DON’T	DO
Don’t perform any installation or maintenance	Read and understand this manual and any service information that accompa-
without first reading this manual.	nies a battery and charger before operating the wheelchair.
Don’t perform installation or maintenance of	Move the wheelchair to a work area before checking the fluid level, adding
batteries in an area that could be damaged by	distilled water, cleaning terminals, or opening battery box.
battery spills.
Don’t make it a habit to discharge batteries to	Recharge as frequently as possible to maintain a high charge level and extend
the lowest level.	battery life.

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Invacare R2-250, Pronto R2 manual Troubleshooting Mechanical, Troubleshooting Electrical, Checking Battery Charge Level

Contents

ProntoR2/Pronto R2-250 Series Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat Positioning Straps R N I N G Table of Contents Weight limitation varies with motor. Refer to Specification SRain and operators weight Performance General Guidelines Procedure General Guidelines Procedure General Guidelines Stability and Balance SAFETY/HANDLING WheelchairsStairways Remove the occupant from the wheelchair Minimize GAP Distance Shift body weight into seat with transferFunctional Reach From a Wheelchair Reaching, Leaning, Bending and Bending Forward Reaching, Bending Backward Shipping Insert Battery Box Shipping Insert InstalledShipping Insert Removed Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Safety Inspection Checklist Troubleshooting Electrical Troubleshooting MechanicalChecking Battery Charge Level Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGPROCEDURE Number of Floating Balls Using Hydrometer to Check Battery Cells Lead Acid FigureNumber of Floating Balls Will Vary According to Charge Adjusting Footrest Height INSTALLING/REMOVING Footrests FigureFront Riggings O N T Procedure Front Riggings INSTALLING/REMOVING Elevating Legrests FigureReplacing Heel Loops Figure O N T I N G S Adjusting Adjusting CalfpadsRaising/Lowering Elevating Legrests Replacing Depth Figure Adjusting Removable FootboardAngle Figure Height Figure Removing The Removable Footboard Plate Installing The Removable Footboard Plate Adjusting the ONE Piece Footboard HEIGHT, ANGLE, and Depth INSTALLING/REMOVING the ONE Piece Footboard FigureInstalling the One Piece Footboard Removing the One Piece Footboard Adjusting the CALF-PADS REMOVING/INSTALLING the CALF-PADS FigureAdjusting the Calf-Pad Height Figure Flat Head Screws Heel Mounting Holes Footboard Adjusting the Calf Pad Angle Figure Adjusting the Calf-Pad Width FigureLocknut Caplug Washer Hub Cap Remove the two 2 hub caps from the pivot bracket Adjusting the Calf-Pad Depth Nylon Calf-Pad Legrest TubeSmall Washers Calf-Pad Bracket Locknuts Pivot O N T I N G Footrest Angle Adjustments Figure Adjusting Flip Back Armrests Figure INSTALLING/REMOVING Flip Back Armrests FigureArms M S Procedure Arms Adjusting Captains Seat ArmrestsAdjust top of the flip back armrest to the desired height Positioning Flip Back Armrests for Use Replacing Seat Positioning Strap Adjusting Captains Seat FigureCaptains SEAT/POSITIONING Strap P T a I N S Repositioning Mkiv Joystick Adjustable Seat Back Angle/Recliner Seat Models FigurePreparing Mkiv Joystick for USE Figure E C Repositioning Battery Charger Connector Figure Fuse Replacement FigureElectronics E C T R O N I C S T a Replacing Battery BOX Retaining Strap FigureR a P Retaining Strap ENGAGING/DISENGAGING Motors with Motor Locks Figure ENGAGING/DISENGAGINGMOTORS with Clutches Figures 1Wheels Outside of Wheelchair Front of Wheelchair Additional Adjustments for User Preference Detail B Adjusting Forks Figure Adjusting the Stabilizer FigureWheels Shrouds REMOVING/INSTALLING Shrouds FigureR O U D S Replacing Back or Headrest Upholstery Figure Recliner Operation FigureC L I N E R Recliner Recliner Adjusting Back or Headrest Upholstery FigureHeadrest Upholstery Extension Cane Upholstery Batteries T T E R I E S Batteries Connecting Battery CablesDirect Mount Method Dual U1 Batteries Connect Battery Cable to Battery Terminal AS Shown Connect Battery Cables Ring Terminals to This Side Posts Installing Battery Clamp Covers Black battery clamp cover onto Black bat- tery cableInstall the battery box tops RED Battery Clamp Cover Connecting Battery Cables to Batteryies TERMINALS/POSTSNegative Battery Terminal/Post Tie-Wrap Group 22NF Battery Detail a Description and Use of Battery Chargers When to Charge Batteries FigureCharging Batteries Figure Mkiv RII Joystick Detail a Required ItemsDetail B Recommended Battery Types INSTALLING/REMOVING Battery Boxes FigureCleaning Battery Terminals Replacing Batteries Rear of Chair One 1 Connector Battery BoxRetaining Front Strap Clip R R a N T Y Warranty USA