Invacare Pronto M41 User manual

Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual
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the user of the wheelchair.
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Pronto®M41
with SureStep®

Pronto® M41 with SureStep® 2Part No. 1143206
 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.
WHEELCHAIR USERS: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS
EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING
(1) THE OWNER’S OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
AND (2) THE SEATING SYSTEM’S MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE). IF
YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS,
CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE
TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR
OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT. OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE
MAY RESULT.
DEALERS AND QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS: DO NOT SERVICE OR
OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND
UNDERSTANDING (1) THE OWNER’S OPERATOR AND
MAINTENANCE MANUAL, (2) THE SERVICE MANUAL (IF
APPLICABLE) AND (3) THE SEATING SYSTEM’S MANUAL (IF
APPLICABLE). IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT
INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT. OTHERWISE, INJURY
OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
NOTE:Updatedversionsofthismanualareavailableonwww.invacare.com.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Part No. 1143206 3Pronto® M41 with SureStep®
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 9
LABEL LOCATION .......................................................................... 11
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS .................................................. 12
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES ................................................. 13
Controller Settings/Repair or Service .................................................................................................13
Operation Information............................................................................................................................13
Accessories ................................................................................................................................................14
Batteries......................................................................................................................................................15
Charging Batteries ...............................................................................................................................15
Grounding Instructions ...........................................................................................................................16
Rain Test.....................................................................................................................................................16
Weight Training ........................................................................................................................................16
Weight Limitation.....................................................................................................................................16
SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION ..................................................... 17
SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS ......................... 19
Stability and Balance.................................................................................................................................19
Coping With Everyday Obstacles.........................................................................................................20
A Note to Wheelchair Assistants ........................................................................................................20
Pinch Points................................................................................................................................................21
Lifting/Stairways ........................................................................................................................................21
Transferring To and From Other Seats ..............................................................................................22
Percentage of Weight Distribution ......................................................................................................23
Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward ..........................................................................................24
Reaching and Bending - Backward........................................................................................................24
SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION ................................................... 25
Safety Inspection Checklists...................................................................................................................25
Inspect/Adjust Initially .........................................................................................................................25
Inspect/Adjust Weekly........................................................................................................................25
Inspect/Adjust Monthly.......................................................................................................................26
Inspect/Adjust Periodically.................................................................................................................26
Troubleshooting Guide ...........................................................................................................................27
All Wheelchairs ....................................................................................................................................27

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SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION ........................................... 28
Turning the Power On/Off.....................................................................................................................28
Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair ......................................................................................29
SPJ™+ Joystick Switches and Indicators .............................................................................................30
On/Off Button ......................................................................................................................................30
Speedometer.........................................................................................................................................30
Speed Control Buttons.......................................................................................................................31
Joystick....................................................................................................................................................31
Charger/Programming Input..............................................................................................................31
Service Indicator...................................................................................................................................32
Information Gauge Display ................................................................................................................32
SECTION 6—ARMS ......................................................................... 34
Removing/Installing the Arms ................................................................................................................34
Adjusting the Arms ..................................................................................................................................35
Adjusting Width ...................................................................................................................................35
Adjusting Angle.....................................................................................................................................35
Adjusting Height (Semi-Recline Seats Only)..................................................................................36
Adjusting Depth (Fold Down Back Seats Only) ...........................................................................36
SECTION 7—SEAT ........................................................................... 37
Removing/Installing the Seat Assembly................................................................................................37
Removing ...............................................................................................................................................37
Installing..................................................................................................................................................37
Adjusting the Back Angle (Semi-Recline Back) ..................................................................................38
Adjusting the Headrest ...........................................................................................................................38
Replacing the Seat Positioning Strap ....................................................................................................39
SECTION 8—FOOTBOARD ASSEMBLY .............................................. 40
Removing/Installing the Footboard Assembly....................................................................................40
Removing ...............................................................................................................................................40
Installing..................................................................................................................................................40
Adjusting the Footboard Assembly ......................................................................................................41
Angle .......................................................................................................................................................41
Depth......................................................................................................................................................42
Height .....................................................................................................................................................43

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SECTION 9—FRONT RIGGINGS ........................................................ 44
Installing/Removing Front Riggings .......................................................................................................44
Installing..................................................................................................................................................44
Removing ...............................................................................................................................................45
Adjusting Footrest Height ......................................................................................................................45
Model PHWH93 ..................................................................................................................................45
Model PH904A and PHAL4A............................................................................................................46
Replacing Heel Loops ..............................................................................................................................46
Raising/Lowering Elevating Front Riggings..........................................................................................47
Adjusting/Replacing Telescoping Front Rigging Supports................................................................47
SECTION 10—SHROUD AND WHEELS ............................................... 49
Replacing the Flat Free Tires on the Wheel Rim..............................................................................49
Removing/Installing the Shroud.............................................................................................................49
Removing ...............................................................................................................................................49
Installing..................................................................................................................................................49
Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release Lever .......................................................................................50
Removing/Installing Casters ...................................................................................................................51
Removing ...............................................................................................................................................51
Installing..................................................................................................................................................51
Adjusting Forks .........................................................................................................................................52
Replacing Forks .........................................................................................................................................52
Adjusting Anti-Dive Springs ...................................................................................................................53
SECTION 11—ELECTRONICS ............................................................ 54
Removing/Installing the Joystick ............................................................................................................54
Removing ...............................................................................................................................................54
Installing..................................................................................................................................................54
Repositioning the Joystick.......................................................................................................................55
Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick...............................................................................................56
Disconnecting .......................................................................................................................................56
Connecting ............................................................................................................................................56

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SECTION 12—BATTERIES ................................................................ 57
Warnings For Handling and Replacing Batteries...............................................................................57
Using the Proper Batteries.....................................................................................................................57
Removing/Installing the Batteries..........................................................................................................58
Removing ...............................................................................................................................................58
Installing..................................................................................................................................................59
Connecting/Disconnecting Battery Cables.........................................................................................60
Connecting Battery Cables................................................................................................................60
Disconnecting Battery Cables...........................................................................................................62
Charging Batteries....................................................................................................................................62
Battery Charger Operation....................................................................................................................63
SECTION 13—ACCESSORIES ............................................................ 65
Installing/Removing the Crutch/Cane Holder....................................................................................65
Installing..................................................................................................................................................65
Installing/Removing the Oxygen Holder .............................................................................................66
Installing/Removing/Using the Walker Holder ..................................................................................67
Installing/Removing the Walker Holder .........................................................................................67
Using the Walker Holder...................................................................................................................68
NOTES ........................................................................................... 69
LIMITED WARRANTY ..................................................................... 71
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SPECIAL NOTES
Part No. 1143206 9Pronto® M41 with SureStep®
SPECIAL NOTES
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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 be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his/her
healthcare professional capable of making such a selection.
WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT RESTRAINTS
Wheelchair users should not be transported in vehicles of any kind while in
wheelchairs. 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 be transferred into
appropriate seating in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the restraints
made available by the auto industry. Invacare cannot and does not recommend any
wheelchair transportation systems.
 WARNING
The seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only. It is not designed for use as a
safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If
signs of wear appear, the belt MUST be replaced immediately.
Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction
with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not
been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products.
The drive behavior initially experienced by the user may be different from other
chairs previously used. This power wheelchair has Invacare’s SureStep technology, a
feature that provides the chair with optimum traction and stability when driving
forward over transitions and thresholds of up to 1-inch.
SIGNAL WORD MEANING
DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result in property damage.

SPECIAL NOTES
Pronto® M41 with SureStep® 10 Part No. 1143206
 WARNING
The following warnings apply specifically to the SureStep Feature.
• DO NOT use on inclines greater than 7°.
• 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 substantially affect traction on sloped surfaces. Great
care should be taken when traversing such slopes.
Wheelchairs should be examined during maintenance for signs of corrosion (water
exposure, incontinence, etc.). Electrical components damaged by corrosion should
be replaced IMMEDIATELY.
Wheelchairs that are used by incontinent users and/or are frequently exposed to
water may require replacement of electrical components more frequently.
To determine and establish 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.