Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release Lever; Removing/Installing Casters - Invacare Pronto M41 Owner's Manual

SECTION 11—SHROUD AND WHEELS

Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release Lever

DO NOT engage or disengage the motor release lever until the On/Off switch on
the joystick is in the Off position.
Ensure both motor release levers are fully engaged before driving the wheelchair
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 11.2 on page 52.
NOTE: The motor lock disengagement/engagement allows freewheeling or joystick controlled
operation. Freewheeling allows an attendant to maneuver the wheelchair without power.
1. Locate the motor release handles on the motors protruding through the shroud on the
front of the wheelchair behind the footboard.
2. Perform one of the following:
• To Disengage the Motor Release Levers ‐ Push the motor lock lever down.
NOTE: This allows the wheelchair to freewheel for pushing, if necessary.
NOTE: It may be necessary to rock the wheels slightly until the motor release lever disengages.
• To Engage the Motor Release Levers ‐ Pull the motor lock handles up.
NOTE: This allows the motors to drive the wheels.
FIGURE 11.2 Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release Lever

Removing/Installing Casters

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 11.3.
NOTE: Front and rear casters are replaced in the same manner.
Periodically, the tires will need to be replaced due to wear or puncture.
Pronto® M41 with SureStep®
WARNING
CAUTION
Motor Release Levers
Engaged
Disengaged
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