Tilting The Seat Assembly; Tilting The Seat Assembly Back - Invacare Pronto M71 Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 14—SEAT

Tilting the Seat Assembly

Make sure power to the wheelchair is OFF before performing this procedure.
Never leave the seat assembly in the UP/OPEN position unless necessary to
perform a a procedure on the wheelchair - otherwise injury or damage may result.
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching
hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
NOTE: This procedure is for M71 wheelchairs with the Formula PTO Plus Seating System ONLY.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 14.6.
NOTE: Removing the seat is not necessary to access the battery compartment on wheelchairs
equipped with a Formula PTO Plus seating system. The seat assembly with the Formula PTO Plus
seating system tilts back and props into place to provide access to the batteries and the underside
of the seat.

Tilting the Seat Assembly Back

1. Place the wheelchair in a well ventilated area where work can be performed without
risking damage to carpeting or floor covering.
2. Tilt seat back 20° to 25°. Refer to Operating the Formula PTO Plus System on page 38.
3. Verify the joystick On/Off switch is in the Off position and disconnect joystick cable.
4. Engage the motor release levers. Refer to Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release Lever
on page 80.
5. Remove front rigging. Refer to Installing/Removing Front Riggings on page 70.
6. Remove the two screws and washers securing the Formula PTO Plus frame to the front
seat posts.
7. Firmly grasp the front edge of the seat assembly, slowly tilt the seat assembly back into
the Up/Open position.
8. Remove prop rod from the clip located on the Formula PTO Plus frame and engage
the prop rod end into the front seat post as shown in FIGURE 14.6.
9. Gently allow weight of seat assembly to be supported by the prop rod.
NOTE: Only leave the seat assembly in the Up/Open position while performing any necessary
procedures. Always lower the seat assembly to the Down/Closed position when not servicing the
wheelchair. Ensure the seat is locked in place before using.
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