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Invacare Pronto M41 Series User Manual

Invacare Pronto M41 Series User Manual

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Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series
with SureStep®
en Power Wheelchair
User Manual

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  • Page 1 Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® en Power Wheelchair User Manual This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
  • Page 2 All rights reserved. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Trademarks are identified by ™and ®. All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.1.2 Adjusting the postural belt correctly ....22 Contents 5 Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture ........23 1 General .
  • Page 4 5.4.12 Adjusting the height of the backrest (Modulite seat 5.11.2 Adjusting the length ......44 unit)........33 5.12 Manually height-adjustable legrest .
  • Page 5 7.2.5 Storage and Maintenance..... . . 55 7.2.6 Instructions on using the batteries ....56 7.2.7 Transporting batteries.

  • Page 6: General

    If you find that the font size in the print version of the user manual Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in is difficult to read, you can download it as a pdf from the Invacare damage to property if it is not avoided.

  • Page 7: Intended Use

    EN 60529 IPX4 as to its resistance to spray water, and is therefore well suited for weather conditions such as typical You should immediately contact an authorized European weather conditions. Invacare dealer if the usability of your mobility device is restricted due to: 1.6 Indications •...

  • Page 8: Warranty

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® 1.8 Warranty The terms and conditions of the warranty are part of the general terms and conditions particular to the individual countries in which this product is sold. 1.9 Service life We estimate a service life of five years for this product, provided it is used in strict accordance with the intended use as set out in this document and all maintenance and service requirements are met.

  • Page 9: Safety

    Safety 2 Safety WARNING! Risk of damage or injury if mobility device is accidentally set into motion 2.1 General safety notes – Switch the mobility device off before you get in, get out or handle unwieldy objects. WARNING! – When the drive is disengaged, the brake inside the Risk of injury if mobility device is used in any drive is deactivated.
  • Page 10 Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® WARNING! CAUTION! Risk of injury when transferring mobility device Risk of injury if maximum permissible load is to a vehicle for transport with the occupant exceeded seated in it – Do not exceed the maximum permissible load (refer –...

  • Page 11: Safety Information On The Electrical System

    Corroded electrical components due to water, liquid – Do not connect any electric devices to your mobility exposure, or incontinent users can result in death, device that are not expressly certified by Invacare for serious injury, or damage. – Minimize exposure of electrical components to water this purpose.

  • Page 12: Safety Information On Electromagnetic Interference

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® DANGER! Risk of damage to the wheelchair Risk of death or serious injury A failure in the electric system can lead to unusual Failure to observe these warnings can cause an electrical behavior such as continuous light, no light, or noises short resulting in death, serious injury, or damage to from the magnetic brakes.

  • Page 13: Safety Information On Driving And Freewheel Mode

    Safety WARNING! WARNING! Risk of malfunction due to electromagnetic Risk of injury if the mobility device tips over interference – Inclines and declines can only be travelled up to the – Do not switch on or operate portable transceivers or maximum safe slope (refer to 11 Technical data, page communication devices (such as radio transceivers or 72).
  • Page 14 Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® WARNING! WARNING! Risk of injury if the mobility device tips over Risk of breaking down in adverse weather (continued) conditions, i.e. extreme cold, in an isolated area – Never use the mobility device to transport more than –...

  • Page 15: Safety Information With Regard To Care And Maintenance

    Such repair the mobility device, elevating legrests must always be and/or service MUST be performed by a qualified lowered during normal travelling. technician. Contact a dealer or Invacare technician. WARNING! CAUTION! Risk of tipping Risk of accident and loss of warranty if Antitippers (stabilizers) are only effective on firm ground.

  • Page 16: Safety Information Regarding Changes And Modifications To The Mobility Device

    Risk of injuries, and damage to the mobility device, if unapproved backrests are used CAUTION! A retrofitted backrest which is not approved by Invacare Risk of injuries and damage to mobility device due for use with this mobility device may overload the...

  • Page 17: Safety Information On Wheelchairs With A Lifter

    Safety Important information about maintenance work CAUTION! tools Risk of injury if the wheelchair tips over – Some maintenance work which is described in this – Never exceed the maximum permissible load (see manual and can be carried out by the user without chapter 11 Technical data, page 72).

  • Page 18: The Position Of The Labels On The Product

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® Warning that the mobility Important information regarding speed reduction device may not be used as a with raised lifter – If the lifter has been raised above a certain point, the vehicle seat drive electronics considerably reduces the speed of This mobility device does not the wheelchair.
  • Page 19 Safety Identification label sticker on This symbol indicates the “Push” position of the rear post containing the the coupling lever. In this position the motor following symbols. is disengaged and the motor brakes are not operational. The mobility device can be pushed by For details see below.

  • Page 20: Components

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® 3 Components Information regarding operation of the lifter at temperatures of less than 0 °C – Invacare mobility aids are fitted with safety mechanisms 3.1 Key features that prevent capacity overload of the electronic components. At operating temperatures below freezing point this can, in particular, lead to the lifter actuator being shut down after approx.
  • Page 21 Risk of tipping, if the speed limiter sensors fail when the lifter is raised – If you find that the speed reduction function is not working when the lifter is raised, do not drive with the lifter raised and immediately contact an authorized Invacare dealer. 1553378-C...

  • Page 22: Accessories

    You can find in the correct sitting position. more information about maintenance work on belts in the service manual, which is available from Invacare. 4.1.1 Types of postural belts Your mobility device can be fitted with the following postural belt types ex-works.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Mobility Device To The User's Seating Posture

    If the mobility device does not perform to specifications, IMMEDIATELY turn the mobility device Off and reenter set-up specifications. Contact Invacare, if mobility device still does not perform to correct specifications. 1553378-C...

  • Page 24: Adjustment Possibility For Remote

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® CAUTION! CAUTION! Damage to mobility device and accident hazard Risk of the remote being pushed backwards It is possible that collisions can occur between mobility during an accidental collision with an obstacle, device components due to various combinations of...

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Height Of The Remote

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture 5.3 Adjustment possibilities for the standard 5.2.2 Adjusting the height of the remote (only for swing–away remote holders) seat unit 5.3.1 Adjusting the height of the armrests Tools: • 6 mm Allen key Loosen the Allen screw A.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Backrest

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® 5.3.4 Adjusting the backrest (standard seat) — Tools: • manually with handscrews 8 mm Allen key Loosen screw (1). Adjust armrest to required position. Retighten the screw. Remove the screws (1) on both sides of the backrest that hold Repeat this procedure for the second armrest.

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Tension Adjustable Backrest

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture 5.4 Adjustment options for the Modulite seat 5.3.5 Adjusting the tension adjustable backrest upholstery unit 5.4.1 Adjusting the height of the armrests Loosen wing screw A. Remove the backrest cushion (attached with Velcro strips) by Adjust armrest to desired height.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Position Of The Armrest In Depth

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® Depending on the side, the screw is accessible from the front or the rear. Tools: • 8 mm Allen key Loosen the screws A and move the armrest lengthwise. Tighten the screws. 5.4.4 Adjusting the height (flip-up armrest) Loosen screw A.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Height (Following Armrest)

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture 5.4.5 Adjusting the height (following armrest) Tools: • 5 mm Allen key Tools: • 5 mm Allen key • 13 mm open-ended spanner To make the armrest easier to move, release the screw A with the Allen key.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Position Of The Arm Pad Of The Flip-Up Armrest

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® Loosen screws A. Do not remove them. Adjust arm pad to desired angle. Tighten screws. 5.4.8 Adjusting the position of the arm pad of the flip-up armrest Tools: • 5 mm Allen key Position the armrest horizontally.
  • Page 31 Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture Removing the hip support Loosen screw A. Adjust hip support to desired position. Pull lever A upwards. Tighten screw. Remove hip support from holder. Adjusting the width of the hip support Inserting the hip support Tools Insert hip support in holder.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Seat Width

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® Loosen screws A. can be ordered from Invacare. However, they contain instructions Adjust hip support to desired width. for specially trained service technicians and describe operations that are not intended for the end user.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Height Of The Backrest (Modulite Seat Unit)

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture On both sides, loosen the bottom backrest screw A. Do not remove the screws! Loosen the backrest plate screws A and B. Move the backrest to the required seat depth. Do not remove the screws! You can adjust the seat depth steplessly.

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Backrest Angle (Modulite Seat Unit)

    The service Every change to the seat angle and the backrest instructions can be ordered from Invacare. However, they angle alters the geometry of the power contain instructions for specially trained service technicians...

  • Page 35: The Captain's Seat

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture On both sides, loosen and remove the upper backrest screw A. Set the required backrest angle in 7.5° steps. Use scale B on the backrest for this purpose. Ensure that you On both sides, loosen and remove the middle backrest screw A.

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Armrest Angle

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® 5.5.3 Adjusting the armrest height Loosen the two lock knobs A that secure the arms C to the arm support tube B. • Both arms should be adjusted to the same distance away from the arm support tube.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Seat Angle

    – A headrest must be installed. The headrest optionally • 5 mm Allen key supplied for this mobility device by Invacare is perfectly suitable for use during transport. – The headrest must be adjusted to the user's ear height. 1553378-C...

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Height Of The Headrest Or Neckrest

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® Loosen the screws A , B or the clamping lever C. To raise the headrest A, lift the headrest up to the desired Adjust the headrest or neckrest to the required position. position. Retighten screws and clamping lever.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Footboard Assembly Angle

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture Position the footboard assembly onto the wheelchair frame so WARNING! that the mounting hole in the wheelchair frame D aligns with the Make sure the detent balls of the quick-release desired mounting hole in the footboard assembly. pin are fully released beyond the outer edge Install the quick release pin by depressing the button while sliding of the tube before operating the wheelchair.

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Footboard Assembly Depth

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® 5.8.3 Adjusting the footboard assembly depth 5.8.4 Adjusting the footboard assembly height WARNING! Make sure the detent balls of the quick-release pin are fully released beyond the outer edge of the tube before operating the wheelchair.

  • Page 41: Setting The Angle Of The Leg Rest

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture Hold the leg rest securely. Pull the lever (1). Push the leg rest into the required position. 5.9.3 Setting the length of the leg rest Remove the removable axle (1). Tools: •...

  • Page 42: Setting The Angle Of The Footplate

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® 5.10 Center-mounted legrests — electric 5.9.4 Setting the angle of the footplate legrest Tools: • 5.10.1 Setting the length of the leg rest 5/32'' (4 mm) Allen key Tools: • 4 mm Allen key •...

  • Page 43: Setting The Angle Of The Footplate

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture Release the nuts B at the side of the legrest. Calf pad adjustment — sample configurations It may be necessary to remove the nuts and move them from one slot to the other. Set the desired length.

  • Page 44: Standard 80° Footrest

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® 5.11 Standard 80° footrest 5.11.2 Adjusting the length 5.11.1 Swivel the footrests outwards and/or remove Tools: them • 5 mm Allen key The small release lever is to be found in the upper part of the legrest (1).

  • Page 45: Setting The Angle

    Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture Press unlocking knob (1) and remove legrests upwards. Press the unlocking lever (1) down. Adjust the legrest to the 5.12.2 Setting the angle required angle. Release the unlocking lever. The legrest engages. CAUTION! 5.12.3 Adjusting the length of the legrest Risk of crushing...

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Depth Of The Calf Pad

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® Swivel the calf pad to the front. Release bolt (1) with the Allen key and remove. Set the nut on the other side to the required depth. Adjust the calf pad to match the depth of the nut, put the screw back in and tighten.
  • Page 47 Adjusting the mobility device to the user's seating posture Loosen the hand screw (1). Adjust to required position. Retighten the wing nuts. 1553378-C...

  • Page 48: Usage

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® • The rear mirror (if installed) is adjusted so you can look behind 6 Usage at all times without having to bend forward or shift your seating position. 6.1 Driving 6.3 Reaching, Leaning and Bending - Forward...

  • Page 49: Reaching, Bending - Backward

    Usage WARNING! WARNING! Risk of serious injury or damage Risk of injury Improper positioning while leaning or bending could Leaning backward over the top of the seat back will cause the wheelchair to tip forward resulting in serious change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip injury or damage.

  • Page 50: Information About Getting In And Out

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® Pull the plug A of the remote cable to disconnect the remote. Depending on the armrest type of your mobility device, detach Loosen wing nut B. the armrest or swivel it up. Remove the armrest from the holder.

  • Page 51: Taking Obstacles

    Usage 6.6.2 Maximum obstacle height CAUTION! Risk of damage to the mobility device if the seat You can find information about maximum obstacle heights in the is turned in one direction only chapter entitled 11 Technical data, page 72. If you turn the seat in one direction only, the remote 6.6.3 Safety information when ascending obstacles connection cable winds up around the seat post and can break.

  • Page 52: Driving Up And Down Gradients

    If you wish to use your mobility device on public roads and lighting is required by national legislation, then your mobility device needs to be fitted with an appropriate lighting system. Contact your Invacare dealer if you have any questions. 1553378-C...

  • Page 53: Pushing The Mobility Device In Freewheel Mode

    Usage 6.9 Pushing the mobility device in freewheel mode The motors of the mobility device are equipped with automatic brakes, preventing that the mobility device starts rolling out of control when the remote is switched off. When pushing the mobility device manually whilst freewheeling, the magnetic brakes must be Disengaging the motor: disengaged.

  • Page 54: Electrical System

    A defective main fuse may be replaced only after checking • Try to provide a 24 hour charge once a week to make sure that the entire electric system. An Invacare specialised dealer both batteries are fully charged. must perform the replacement. You can find information on •...

  • Page 55: How To Charge The Batteries

    WARNING! be left unattended during charging. All charging devices which Risk of electric shock and damage to the batteries are supplied by Invacare comply with these requirements. – NEVER attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching • You cannot overcharge the batteries when using the charger cables directly to the battery terminals.

  • Page 56: Instructions On Using The Batteries

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® • • Do not leave the batteries in a low state of charge for an When only one red LED is flashing, the Battery Safe feature extended length of time. Charge a discharged battery as soon is enabled.

  • Page 57: General Instructions On Handling The Batteries

    Dead or damaged batteries can be given back to your dealer or • Never mix and match different battery manufactures or directly to Invacare. technologies, or use batteries that do not have similar date 7.2.10 Use the correct batteries codes.

  • Page 58: Maintenance

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® found in the service manual for this device, which can be obtained 8 Maintenance from Invacare. That manual, however, is intended to be used by trained and authorized service technicians, and describes tasks which 8.1 Maintenance introduction are not intended to be performed by the user.

  • Page 59: Weekly

    It is confirmed by stamp and signature that all jobs listed in the inspection schedule of the service and repair instructions have been properly performed. The list of the inspection jobs to be performed can be found in the service manual which is available through Invacare.
  • Page 60 Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® Delivery Inspection 1st Annual Inspection Stamp of authorized dealer / Date / Signature Stamp of authorized dealer / Date / Signature 2nd Annual Inspection 3rd Annual Inspection Stamp of authorized dealer / Date / Signature...
  • Page 61 Maintenance 4th Annual Inspection 5th Annual Inspection Stamp of authorized dealer / Date / Signature Stamp of authorized dealer / Date / Signature 1553378-C...

  • Page 62: Transport

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® 9.2 Transferring the mobility device to a vehicle 9 Transport WARNING! 9.1 Transport — General information The mobility device is in danger of tipping over if it is transferred to a vehicle while the driver is...

  • Page 63: Use Of The Mobility Device As A Seat In A Vehicle

    Transport 9.3 Use of the mobility device as a seat in a CAUTION! vehicle There is a danger of injury if the mobility device is not properly secured during use as a vehicle seat. The following section does not apply to models or –...

  • Page 64: How The Mobility Device Is Anchored In A Vehicle

    (UK for example), but may also for fixation. be obtained from Invacare as an option in other countries. This mobility device complies with the requirements of ISO 7176-19 and may be used as a vehicle seat in connection with an anchoring system that has been checked and approved in accordance with ISO 10542.

  • Page 65: How The User Is Secured Within The Mobility Device

    This can cause the neck to be hyperextended during collisions. – It is recommended to use a headrest during transport. The Invacare headrest for this mobility device (available as an option) is the perfect solution for use during transport. The pelvic belt should be positioned in the area between the user's –...

  • Page 66: Disassembling The Mobility Device For Transport

    Refer to 9.4.4 Removing/Installing the batteries, page 68. • Invacare strongly recommends securing the mobility device to the floor of the transporting vehicle. Proceed as follows to disassemble the mobility device for transport: Disconnect the remote. Refer to 9.4.1 Disconnecting the remote, page 66.

  • Page 67: Removing/Installing The Top Cover

    Transport Release the seat lever. Pull the seat assembly up to ensure that it is locked in place. 9.4.3 Removing/Installing the top cover The top cover cannot be completely removed from the wheelchair without disconnecting the remote cable. Removing the top cover: Removing the seat Remove the four mounting screws A that secure the top cover Pull the seat lever B up and lift the seat assembly A up and away...

  • Page 68: Removing/Installing The Batteries

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® 9.4.4 Removing/Installing the batteries WARNING! Fire and burn hazard due to short circuit at battery poles – DO NOT short-circuit the battery poles with a tool or metal parts of the wheelchair. – Make sure that the battery pole caps are attached at all Wiring diagram times when you are not working on the battery poles.

  • Page 69: Reassembling The Mobility Device

    Position the left battery C in the battery tray. move an unoccupied power wheelchair up or down Connect the left battery to the right battery (RED D and BLACK the stairs. Invacare recommends using two assistants E connectors). and making thorough preparations.
  • Page 70 Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® WARNING! Risk of injury when using an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors – DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur. Follow this procedure for moving the wheelchair between floors...

  • Page 71: After Use

    Electric components and printed circuit boards are disposed of as electronic scrap. • Exhausted or damaged batteries can be returned to your medical equipment supplier or Invacare. • Disposal must be carried out in accordance with the respective national legal provisions.

  • Page 72: Technical Data

    Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® 11 Technical data 11.1 Technical specifications The technical information provided hereafter applies to a standard configuration or represents maximum achievable values within the general tolerances. These can change if accessories are added. The precise changes to these values are detailed in the sections for the respective accessories.
  • Page 73 Technical data Charging device • Input voltage 200 – 250 V nominal • Operating temperature (surroundings) -25° ... +50 °C • Storage temperature -40° ... +65 °C Drive wheel tires • Tire type 10.5" x 3.5" puncture-proof Caster tires • Tire type 6"...
  • Page 74 Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® Dimensions in accordance Seat type with ISO 7176–15 Standard Modulite Captain’s • • • Total height 980 mm 1030 mm (single-part seat 1054 mm frame) • 1060 - 1090 mm (telescopic seat frame, moving the backrest plate) •...
  • Page 75 Technical data Dimensions in accordance Seat type with ISO 7176–15 Standard Modulite Captain’s • • • Seat width (armrest adjustment 430 mm (440 - 480 mm) 380 mm (380 - 430 mm 406/457 mm • range in parentheses) 430 mm (430 - 480 mm •...
  • Page 76 Invacare® Pronto™ M41 Series with SureStep® Dimensions in accordance Seat type with ISO 7176–15 Standard Modulite Captain’s — • — Seat angle, manual adjustment 0° ... +7° • • Horizontal location of axle 270 mm 280 mm Footrests and legrests...
  • Page 77 Technical data Seat type Weight Standard Modulite Captain’s • • • Curb weight (without lifter) min. 82 kg 112 kg approx. 105 kg — • — Curb weight (with lifter) approx. 128 kg Seat type Component weights Standard Modulite Captain’s •...
  • Page 78 Horizontal distance of wheel axle from intersection of loaded seat and backrest reference planes The actual curb weight depends on the fittings your mobility device has been supplied with. Every Invacare mobility device is weighed when leaving the works. Refer to the nameplate for the curb weight (including batteries) measured.
  • Page 79 Notes...
  • Page 80 Invacare Sales Companies Australia: Ireland: New Zealand: Canada: Invacare Australia PTY. Ltd. Invacare Corporation Invacare Ireland Ltd, Invacare New Zealand Ltd 1 Lenton Place, North Rocks N.S.W. 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 Unit 5 Seatown Business Campus 4 Westfield Place, Mt Wellington,...

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