Invacare PRONTO R2-250 - Manual (Page 33)

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PROCEDURE 8 WHEELS
ENGAGING/DISENGAGING MOTORS
WITH CLUTCHES (FIGURES 1 AND 2)
WARNING
DO NOT engage or disengage the clutches until
the power is in the OFF position.
CAUTION
Ensure both clutches are fully engaged BEFORE
driving the wheelchair.
1. Locate the clutch handles on motors.
2. Perform one (1) of the following:
A. ENGAGING (FIGURE 1) -
1. Push the clutch handle IN.
2. Push the clutch handle towards the front of
the wheelchair.
ENGAGING/DISENGAGING MOTORS
WITH MOTOR LOCKS (FIGURE 3)
WARNING
DO NOT engage or disengage the motor locks
until the power is in the OFF position.
CAUTION
Ensure both motor locks are fully engaged BE-
FORE driving the wheelchair.
The motor lock disengagement/engagement allows free-
wheeling or joystick controlled operation. Freewheeling
allows an attendant to maneuver the wheelchair without
power. To disengage/engage the motor locks:
1. Locate the motor lock levers on the motors.
2. Perform one (1) of the following:
A. DISENGAGE - Push the motor lock lever until
they are pointing towards the outside of the
wheelchair (free wheel position).
B. ENGAGE - Pull the motor lock handles until they
are pointing up (drive position).
This Procedure Includes the Following:
Engaging/Disengaging Motors with Clutches
Engaging/Disengaging Motors with Motor Locks
Adjusting Forks
Adjusting The Stabalizer
FIGURE 2 - DISENGAGING MOTORS WITH CLUTCHES
BEGINNING POSITION ENDING POSITION
ENGAGING:
BEGINNING POSITION ENDING POSITION
DISENGAGING:
Front of Wheelchair
Outside of Wheelchair
Outside of Wheelchair
Front of Wheelchair
B. DISENGAGING (FIGURE 2) -
1. Pull the clutch handle towards the rear of
the wheelchair.
2. Pull the clutch handle OUT.
FIGURE 1 - ENGAGING MOTORS WITH CLUTCHES
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE-
FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is
tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage
may result.
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should
be checked periodically for cracks and wear
and should be replaced.