Engaging/disengaging clutches (figures 15 and 16) – Invacare Wheelchair User Manual

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ENGAGING/DISENGAGING
CLUTCHES (FIGURES 15 AND 16)

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. ENGAGE (FIGURE 15) -

1. Push the clutch handle IN.
2. Push the clutch handle towards the front of

the wheelchair.

BEGINNING POSITION

ENDING POSITION

FIGURE 15 - ENGAGING CLUTCHES

Outside of Wheelchair

Front of Wheelchair

FIGURE 16 - DISENGAGING CLUTCHES

BEGINNING POSITION

ENDING POSITION

B. DISENGAGE (FIGURE 16) -

1. Pull the clutch handle towards the rear of the

wheelchair.

2. Pull the clutch handle OUT.

Front of Wheelchair

Outside of Wheelchair

PROCEDURE 10

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