Invacare Pronto M71 Base Manual

Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual
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Pronto® M71™Base
with SureStep®

REFERENCE DOCUMENTS
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 WARNING
A qualified technician MUST perform the initial set up of this wheelchair. Also, a
qualified technician MUST perform all procedures in the service manual.
DO NOT use this product or any availa le optional equipment without first
completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional
instructional material such as owner’s manuals, service manuals or instruction
sheets supplied with this product or optional equipment. If you are una le to
understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare
professional, dealer or technical personnel efore attempting to use this equipment
- otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
 ACCESSORIES WARNING
Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction
with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed y other manufacturers have not
een tested y Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products.
REFERENCE DOCUMENTS
Refer to the table below for part numbers of additional documents which are referenced
in this manual.
MANUAL PART NUMBER
MK6i™ Electronics Field Reference Guide 1141471
MK6i Electronics Service Manual 1143203
Ad ustable ASBA, Formula™PTO Plus & Power Tilt
Only Owner’s Manual
1143196
M71 Service Manual 1118377
NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are available on www.invacare.com.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
REFERENCE DOCUMENTS ................................................................. 2
REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ............................................................... 6
LABEL LOCATIONS ........................................................................... 7
Wheelchairs With TRRO.........................................................................................................................8
Wheelchairs Without TRRO...................................................................................................................8
SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 9
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS .................................................. 11
Pronto M 1................................................................................................................................................11
SECTION 7—GENERAL GUIDELINES ................................................. 12
Controller Settings/Repair or Service .................................................................................................12
Accessories Information .........................................................................................................................12
Operation Information............................................................................................................................12
Batteries......................................................................................................................................................14
Charging Batteries ...............................................................................................................................14
Grounding Instructions ...........................................................................................................................15
Rain Test.....................................................................................................................................................15
Weight Training ........................................................................................................................................16
Weight Limitation.....................................................................................................................................16
SECTION 8—EMI INFORMATION ..................................................... 17
SECTION 9—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS ......................... 19
Stability and Balance.................................................................................................................................19
Coping with Everyday Obstacles ..........................................................................................................21
A Note to Wheelchair Assistants ........................................................................................................21
Lifting/Stairways ........................................................................................................................................22
Transferring To and From Other Seats ..............................................................................................23
Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward ..........................................................................................24
Reaching and Bending - Backward ........................................................................................................24
SECTION 10—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING .................. 2
Safety Inspection Checklists...................................................................................................................25
Inspect/Adjust Initially .........................................................................................................................25
Inspect/Adjust Weekly........................................................................................................................26
Inspect/Adjust Monthly.......................................................................................................................26
Inspect/Adjust Periodically.................................................................................................................26
Troubleshooting - Mechanical ..............................................................................................................2

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Troubleshooting - Electrical...................................................................................................................2
SPJTM+, SPJ+ w/PSS or SPJ+ w/ACC Joysticks...............................................................................2
MPJ+, PSR+, PSF+ Joysticks or Displays .........................................................................................29
Checking Battery Charge Level.............................................................................................................30
SECTION 11—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION ......................................... 31
Operating the Wheelchair......................................................................................................................31
Turning the Power On/Off................................................................................................................31
Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair..................................................................................31
SPJ+, MK6i SPJ+ w/PSS and MK6i SPJ+ w/ACC Joystick Switches and Indicators ....................33
On/Off Button ......................................................................................................................................33
Speedometer.........................................................................................................................................33
Speed Control Buttons.......................................................................................................................34
Joystick....................................................................................................................................................34
Charger/Programming Input..............................................................................................................34
Service Indicator...................................................................................................................................34
Information Gauge Display ................................................................................................................35
MPJ+ Joystick Switches and Indicators ................................................................................................35
Drive Select Toggle Switch................................................................................................................35
Speed Control ......................................................................................................................................36
Joystick....................................................................................................................................................36
Charger/Programming Input..............................................................................................................36
LCD Display Screens...........................................................................................................................36
Programmable Mono Port 1/2 or External Mode Switch...........................................................39
Remote On/Off Switch.......................................................................................................................40
Mode Switch..........................................................................................................................................40
Memory Card Slot ...............................................................................................................................40
Repositioning Joystick..............................................................................................................................40
Van Seats................................................................................................................................................40
Adjustable ASBA Seats........................................................................................................................41
Disconnecting/Connecting the Joysticks .............................................................................................42
SPJ+ Joysticks ........................................................................................................................................42
MPJ+ Joysticks.......................................................................................................................................42
SECTION 12—SEAT ......................................................................... 44
Removing/Installing the Seat Assembly................................................................................................44
Removing ...............................................................................................................................................44
Installing..................................................................................................................................................44

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Tilting the Seat Assembly........................................................................................................................45
Tilting the Seat Assembly Back .........................................................................................................45
Tilting the Seat Assembly Forward..................................................................................................46
SECTION 13—FOOTBOARD ASSEMBLY ............................................ 47
Removing/Installing the Footboard Assembly....................................................................................4
Removing ...............................................................................................................................................4
Installing..................................................................................................................................................4
Adjusting the Footboard Assembly ......................................................................................................48
Angle Adjustment ................................................................................................................................48
Depth Adjustment ...............................................................................................................................49
SECTION 14—SHROUD/WHEELS ....................................................... 0
Replacing the Foam Filled or Pneumatic Tires onto the Wheel Rim...........................................50
Removing/Installing the Shrouds ...........................................................................................................50
Removing ...............................................................................................................................................50
Installing..................................................................................................................................................51
Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release Lever .......................................................................................52
Replacing the Front/Rear Caster Assemblies.....................................................................................53
Adjusting Forks .........................................................................................................................................53
SECTION 1 —BATTERIES ................................................................ 4
Warnings For Handling and Replacing Batteries ...............................................................................54
Using the Proper Batteries.....................................................................................................................54
Removing/Installing Batteries from/into Battery Tray......................................................................55
Removing ...............................................................................................................................................56
Installing..................................................................................................................................................56
Connecting/Disconnecting Battery Cables .........................................................................................5
Connecting Battery Cables................................................................................................................5
Disconnecting Battery Cables...........................................................................................................59
When to Charge Batteries.....................................................................................................................60
SPJ+ Joysticks ........................................................................................................................................60
MPJ+ Joystick.........................................................................................................................................61
Charging Batteries ....................................................................................................................................61
Battery Charger Operation....................................................................................................................62
On-Board Battery Charger................................................................................................................62
Charging Using an Independent Charger Plugged Into the Joystick.........................................64

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SECTION 16—TRANSPORT ............................................................. 6
Transporting the Wheelchair ................................................................................................................65
Disassembly...........................................................................................................................................66
Assembly ................................................................................................................................................69
SECTION 17—TRANSPORT READY PACKAGE .................................. 71
About Transport Ready Packages......................................................................................................... 2
Compliance Information ......................................................................................................................... 2
Specifications......................................................................................................................................... 2
Securing the Wheelchair to the Vehicle ............................................................................................. 3
Positioning the Wheelchair in the Vehicle..................................................................................... 3
Securement Points............................................................................................................................... 4
Securing the Wheelchair .................................................................................................................... 4
Securing the Occupant............................................................................................................................ 5
Wheelchair-Anchored Belts.............................................................................................................. 5
Vehicle-Anchored Belts ...................................................................................................................... 6
Seating System ...................................................................................................................................... 6
Positioning Belts ...................................................................................................................................
GLOBAL LIMITED WARRANTY (EXCLUDING CANADA) ................... 79
CANADA LIMITED WARRANTY ...................................................... 80
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LABEL LOCATIONS
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LABEL LOCATIONS
NOTE: One of these two labels
will be on the base.

LABEL LOCATIONS
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Wheelchairs With TRRO
Wheelchairs Without TRRO
NOTE: Also
on opposite
side.
NOTE: Also
on opposite
side.
NOTE: Also
on opposite
side.
NOTE: Auto style seat positioning
strap shown. This label is also on the
airline style seat positioning strap.

SPECIAL NOTES
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SPECIAL NOTES
Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which
could result in personal injury or property damage. Refer to the table below for
definitions of the signal words.
NOTICE
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO
CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
WHEELCHAIR USER
As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of
wheelchairs to meet many needs of the end user. However, final selection of the
type of wheelchair to e used y an individual rests solely with the user and his/her
healthcare professional capa le of making such a selection.
WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT RESTRAINTS (TRRO OR
TRBKTS)
TRRO includes four factory-installed transport rackets and a wheelchair anchored
pelvic elt. TRRO has een crash-tested in accordance with ANSI/RESNA WC Vol 1
Section 19 Frontal Impact Test requirements for wheelchairs with a 168 l crash
dummy, which corresponds to a person with a weight of 114 to 209 l s.
TRBKTS includes four factory-installed wheelchair transport rackets. TRBKTS has
not een crash-tested in accordance with WC 19. Use these transport rackets only
to secure an unoccupied wheelchair during transport.
As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down
systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair, in a moving vehicle of any
type. It is Invacare’s position that users of wheelchairs should e transferred into
appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and use e made of the restraints
made availa le y the auto industry. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any
wheelchair transportation systems.
Refer to Transport Ready Package on page 71 for more information a out trans-
porting the wheelchair.
SIGNAL WORD MEANING
DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious in ury.
WARNING Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious in ury.
CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result in property damage.

SPECIAL NOTES
Pronto® M71™Base with SureStep® 0 Part No 1143240
 TRRO AND TRBKTS WARNINGS
Only use the transport rackets included with TRRO and TRBKTS for the purposes
descri ed in this manual.
 WARNING
Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction
with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed y other manufacturers have not
een tested y Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products.
The seat positioning strap is a positioning elt only. It is not designed for use as a
safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety elts. If
signs of wear appear, elt MUST e replaced immediately.
POWERED SEATING SYSTEMS ONLY - This seating system has een customer
designed and will e assem led to the wheelchair ase efore delivery to the user.
The information contained in this manual is for maintaining and adjusting the
seating system. There are very few adjustments that can safely e made y the user.
If there is a procedure or adjustment that needs to e performed on the seating
system that is not in this manual, DO NOT perform that procedure. Have the
seating system serviced y a qualified technician.
The drive ehavior initially experienced y the user may e different from other
chairs previously used. This Power Wheelchair has Invacare’s SureStep technology,
a feature that provides the wheelchair with optimum traction and sta ility when
driving forward over transitions and thresholds of up to 2-inches. The following
warnings apply specifically to the SureStep Feature:
• DO NOT use on inclines greater than 9°.
• DO NOT use on inclines with wet, slippery, icy or oily surfaces. This may include
certain painted or otherwise treated wood surfaces.
• DO NOT traverse down ramps at high speed. Doing so will reduce traction and
increase stopping distance.
• The end user’s weight can materially affect traction on sloped surfaces. Great
care should e taken when traversing such slopes.
To determine and esta lish your particular safety limits, practice use of this product
on various sloping surfaces in the presence of a qualified healthcare provider
BEFORE attempting active use of this wheelchair. Other general warnings listed
within this document also apply.
Wheelchairs should e examined during maintenance for signs of corrosion (water
exposure, incontinence, etc.). Electrical components damaged y corrosion should
e replaced IMMEDIATELY.
Wheelchairs that are used y incontinent users and/or are frequently exposed to
water may require replacement of electrical components more frequently.