Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release Lever - Invacare Pronto M50 Service Manual

SECTION 12—MOTORS

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 12.2.
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 top shroud on
the rear of the wheelchair.
2. Perform one (1) of the following:
• To Disengage the Motor Release Levers - Pull the motor lock lever towards the rear
of the wheelchair (freewheel position).
NOTE: This allows the chair 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 - Push the motor lock handles towards the
front of the wheelchair (drive position).
NOTE: This allows the motors to drive the wheels.
NOTE: It may be necessary to rock the wheels slightly until the motor release lever engages.
Right Motor
Release Lever
Shown
Disengaged
Engaged
FIGURE 12.2 Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release Lever
Pronto® Series
WARNING
CAUTION
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