Pushing The Mobility Device In Freewheel Mode - Invacare Spectra Plus User Manual

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Pushing the mobility device in freewheel mode

The power wheelchair supplied is fitted with the lever dis-engage type motors. To dis-engage the
drive to allow the chair to be pushed the following instructions should be followed carefully.
• To dis-engage the drive, operate the levers to the position A shown in the illustration below.
LEVERS POINTING OUTWARDS.
• To re-engage the drive, operate the levers to position B shown in the illustration below. LEVERS
POINTING REARWARDS.
• Push the chair slightly forwards to ensure that both motors are fully locked in the drive position.
CAUTION!
When the drive is dis-engaged there are no brakes, unless the wheel-locks are applied. Before
entering or leaving the chair always re-engage the drive on both sides. On no account dis-
engage the drive when the chair is occupied, unless being pushed by an attendant.
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