Indications; Type Classification; Regulations; Usability - Invacare Pronto M41 Series User Manual

Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep®

1.4 Indications

The use of this power wheelchair is recommended for the
following indications:
• The inability or a greatly restricted ability to walk within
the scope of the basic requirement to be able to move
within one's own four walls.
Provision of power wheelchairs for interior areas is advisable
if the use of manual wheelchairs is no longer possible
on account of the disability, yet proper operation of an
electromotive drive unit is still practicable.
Contraindications
There are no contraindications known.

1.5 Type classification

This vehicle has been classified according to EN 12184 as
a class A mobility product. This means it is a compact,
manoeuvrable vehicle mainly for internal use with restricted
capabilities for one or more of the following features in
outdoor areas:
• rated slope (6 degrees)
• obstacle climbing (15 mm)
• lighting (no light option)
• drive range (15 km)
• ground clearance (10 mm)
The values in parentheses name the minimum requirements
of a class A product. For the maximum possible values of
this mobility device, see 11 Technical Data, page106 .
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1.6 Regulations

The vehicle was successfully tested according to German
and international standards as to its safety. It satisfies
the requirements according to RoHS 2011/65/EU, REACH
1907/2006/EC and DIN EN 12184 including EN 1021-2. It
was also tested successfully according to EN 60529 IPX4 as
to its resistance to spray water, and is therefore well suited
for weather conditions such as typical European weather
conditions.

1.7 Usability

Only use a mobility device when it is in perfect working
order. Otherwise, you might put yourself and others at risk.
The following list does not claim to be exhaustive. It is only
intended to show some of the situations that could affect
the usability of your mobility device.
In certain situations, you should immediately stop using
your mobility device. Other situations allow you to use the
mobility device to get to your provider.
You should immediately stop using your mobility device if
its usability is restricted due to:
• Unexpected driving behaviour
• brake failure
You should immediately contact an authorized Invacare
provider if the usability of your mobility device is restricted
due to:
• the lighting system (if fitted) failing or being defective
• reflectors falling off
• worn thread or insufficient tire pressure
• damage to the armrests (e.g. torn armrest padding)
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