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    Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the wheelchair. USER: BEFORE using this wheelchair, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com Nutron® Series R50™ LX , R51™, R51 LX , R51 LXP[...]

  • Page 2

    Nutron® Series 2 Part No.1106645  WARNING A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM THE INITIAL SET UP OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. ALSO, A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES IN THE SERVICE MANUAL. WHEELCHAIR USERS: DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING (1) THE OWNER’S OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL [...]

  • Page 3

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No.1106645 3 Nutron® Series TABLE OF CONTENTS REGISTER YOUR PR ODUCT ............................................................... 6 SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 9 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS .................................................. 10 SECTION 1—G[...]

  • Page 4

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Nutron® Series 4 Part No.1106645 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION ........................................... 27 Operating the Wheelchair ................................................................... .................................... ...............27 Turning the Power On/Off ......................... .[...]

  • Page 5

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No.1106645 5 Nutron® Series TABLE OF CONTENTS Changing the Back Angle . ....................... ............................................. .................. .................................41 SECTION 9—UPHOLSTERY/SEAT POSITIONING STRAP ..................... 43 Replacing Seat Upholste ry ...................... ........[...]

  • Page 6

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Nutron® Series 6 Part No.1106645 TABLE OF CONTENTS Installing/Removing the Anti-Tippers ........ ................................................................................... ........69 Installing .................................................................................. .................. ................. ........[...]

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    Nutron® Series 7 Part No.1106645 Name _______________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________ City ___________________ State/Province __________ Zip/Postal Code ________ Email ___________________________________ Phone No. _________________ Invacare Model No. ____________[...]

  • Page 8

    Part No.1106645 8 Nutron® Series Fold here Fold here Cut Along Line Invacare Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing[...]

  • Page 9

    SPECIAL NOTES Nutron® Series 9 Part No.1106645 SPECIAL NOTES WA R N I N G / C A U T I O N  notices  as  used  in  this  manual  apply  to  hazards  or  unsafe  practices  which  could  result  in  personal  injury  or  property  damage. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT[...]

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    TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Nutron® Series 10 Part No.1106645 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS *NOTE:  Range  will  vary  with  battery  conditions,  surface,  terrain  and  operating  weight. **NOTE:  Includes  seating  system  and  accessories. NUTRON R50LX, R51, R51LX, R51LXP SEAT WIDTH RANGE 14, 16, 18 [...]

  • Page 11

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Nutron® Series 11 Part No.1106645 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Repair or Service Information Set ‐ up  of  the  Electronic  Control  Unit  is  to  be  performed  ONL Y  by  individuals  certified  by  Inv acare.  The  final  adjustments  of  the  cont[...]

  • Page 12

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No.1106645 12 Nutron® Series DO  NOT  attempt  to  lift  the  wheelchair  by  lifting  on  any  remov able  (detachable)  parts.  Lifting  by  means  of  any  removable  (detachable)  parts  of  a  wheelchair  may  result  in  in[...]

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    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Nutron® Series 13 Part No.1106645 Grounding Instructions DO  NOT ,  under  any  circumstances,  cut  or  remove  the  round  grounding  prong  from  any  plug  used  with  or  for  Inv acare  products.  Some  devices  are  equipped  with  t[...]

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    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No.1106645 14 Nutron® Series Ensure  the  pins  of  the  extension  cord  plug  are  the  same  number ,  size,  and  shape  as  those  on  the  charger . DO  NOT  under  any  circumstances  cut  or  remove  the  round  ground[...]

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    SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION Nutron® Series 15 Part No.1106645 SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION  WARNING CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INF ORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE E FFECTS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED WHEELCHAIR. Electromagnetic Interference (E MI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motori ze[...]

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    SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION Part No.1106645 16 Nutron® Series  WARNING Powered Wheelchair Electrom agnetic Interference (EMI) Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fi elds from hand-hel d radio wave sources (transceivers) are of special concern. It is possible to unintent[...]

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    SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Nutron® Series 17 Part No.1106645 SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs “Safety  and  Handling”  of  the  wheelchair  requires  the  close  atte ntion  of  the  wheelchair  user  as  wel l  as  the  assistant. ?[...]

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    SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No.1106645 18 Nutron® Series A Note to Wheelchair Assistants When  assistance  to  the  wheelchair  user  is  required,  remember  to  use  good  body  mechanics.  Keep  you r  back  straight  and  bend  you r  knees  whenev er  til[...]

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    SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Nutron® Series 19 Part No.1106645  WARNING DO NOT let the wheelchair drop the last few inches to the ground. This could result in injury to the occupant. Anti-tippers MUST BE used at all times. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or gravel surfaces, anti -tippers may not provide the same level of protect[...]

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    SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No.1106645 20 Nutron® Series 6. The  wheelchair  should  not  be  lowered  until  the  last  stair  has  be en  negotiated  and  the  wheelchair  has  been  carried  aw ay  from  the  stairway . Escalators  WARNING DO NOT use an esc[...]

  • Page 21

    SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Nutron® Series 21 Part No.1106645 Percentage of Weight Distribution  WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach object s if you have to move fo rward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reac hing down between your knees. Proper positioning is essent ial for your safety. When re aching, leaning, bending [...]

  • Page 22

    SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No.1106645 22 Nutron® Series Reaching and Bending - Backward  WARNING DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery. This w ill change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip over. NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 3.3. 1. P osition  wheelchair  a[...]

  • Page 23

    SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Nutron® Series 23 Part No.1106645 SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE:  Every  six  (6)  months  or  as  necessary  take  your  wheelchair  to  a  qualified  technician  for  a  thorough  ins pection  and  servicing.  Regular[...]

  • Page 24

    SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No.1106645 24 Nutron® Series Inspect/Adjust Monthly ❑ Ensure  arm  pivot  points  are  fre e  of  we ar  and  looseness. ❑ Ensure  wheel  mounting  bolts  are  secure  on  drive  wheels. ❑ Ensure  no  excessive  side  movement ?[...]

  • Page 25

    SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Nutron® Series 25 Part No.1106645 Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS Batteries draw excessive current when charging. Battery failure. Electrical malfunct ion. Have batteries checked for shorted cell. Replace if necessary. Contact Dealer/Invacare for service. Battery indicator flashe[...]

  • Page 26

    SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No.1106645 26 Nutron® Series Checking Battery Charge Level The  following  “Do’ s”  and  “Don’ts”  are  provided  for  your  convenience  and  safet y . DON’T DO Don’t perform any installation or maintenance without first reading this manual. Read a[...]

  • Page 27

    SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION Nutron® Series 27 Part No.1106645 SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repa ir or service and BEF ORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightene d securely - otherwise inju ry or damage may result. Set-up/programming of the El ectronic Control Unit is to be performed ONLY [...]

  • Page 28

    SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION Part No.1106645 28 Nutron® Series Using the Joystick to Drive the Chair NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 5.2.  The  joysti ck  is  located  at  the  front  of  the  joystick  housing  and  provides  smooth  control  of  speed [...]

  • Page 29

    SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION Nutron® Series 29 Part No.1106645 SPJ™Joystick Switches and Indicators NOTE:  For  the  following  information,  ref e r  to  FIGURE 5.3. Multi-Function Charger Port Located  at  the  front  of  the  joystick  housing.  This  provides  easy  access  for [...]

  • Page 30

    SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION Part No.1106645 30 Nutron® Series The  Information  Gauge  display  also  serv es  as  a  system  di agnostic  device  when  a  fault  is  detected  by  the  control  module.  A  specific  number  of  flashes  of  the  LEDs  indicat[...]

  • Page 31

    SECTION 6—FRONT RIGGINGS Nutron® Series 31 Part No.1106645 SECTION 6—FRONT RIGGINGS  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repa ir or service and BEF ORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightene d securely - otherwise inju ry or damage may result. Installing/Removing the Footrests NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er ?[...]

  • Page 32

    SECTION 6—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No.1106645 32 Nutron® Series Adjusting the Footrest Height Model PW93, PW93E, and PW93ST Footrests NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 6.2. 1. Remove  any  accessory  from  the  footrest(s). 2. Remove  the  footrest  from  the  wheelchair .  Refer [...]

  • Page 33

    SECTION 6—FRONT RIGGINGS Nutron® Series 33 Part No.1106645 Model 93M, 904A, PAL4A, and PAS4A Footrests NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 6.3. 1. Loosen,  but  do  not  remove  the  lug  bolt  and  locknut  that  secure  the  low er  footrest  to  the  footrest [...]

  • Page 34

    SECTION 6—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No.1106645 34 Nutron® Series Installing/Removing Elevating Legrests NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 6.5. Installing 1. T urn  legrest  to  side  (open  footplate  is  perpendicular  to  wheelchair)  and  position  mounting  holes  in  [...]

  • Page 35

    SECTION 6—FRONT RIGGINGS Nutron® Series 35 Part No.1106645 Adjusting Calfpads 1. T urn  calfpad  tow ards  the  outside  of  the  wheelchair . 2. Slide  calfpad  up  or  down  until  desired  position  is  obtained. NOTE:  If  one  (1)  of  the  top  two  (2)  calfpad [...]

  • Page 36

    SECTION 6—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No.1106645 36 Nutron® Series 4. P erform  one  (1)  of  the  following: •A d j u s t i n g : NOTE:  T elescoping  front  rigging  supports  may  be  extended  up  to  2 ‐ inches  from  the  wheelchair  frame  in  1 ‐ inch  incre ments.  This [...]

  • Page 37

    SECTION 7—ARMS Nutron® Series 37 Part No.1106645 SECTION 7—ARMS  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may result. Adjusting Armrest Height NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 7.1.  WARNING Make[...]

  • Page 38

    SECTION 7—ARMS Part No.1106645 38 Nutron® Series Using Swing-Back Arms  WARNING Make sure the armrest release lever is in the locked posi tion before us ing the wheel- chair. NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 7.2. 1. Unlock  the  swing ‐ back  arms  by  rotating  the  armrest  relea[...]

  • Page 39

    SECTION 7—ARMS Nutron® Series 39 Part No.1106645 FIGURE 7.3 Replacing Desk/Full Length Armrest Pad and/or Clothi ng Guards (Fixed Height Arms Only) Removing/Installing Armrest  WARNING Make sure the armrest release lever is in the locked posi tion before us ing the wheel- chair. NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FI[...]

  • Page 40

    SECTION 8—BACK Nutron® Series 40 Part No.1106645 SECTION 8—BACK  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may result. Adjusting the Back Height NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 8.1. NOTE:  Back [...]

  • Page 41

    SECTION 8—BACK Part No.1106645 41 Nutron® Series Using the Fold Down Back Canes (R51, 51LX and R51LXP Models Only)  WARNING The back MUST be locked securely in place befo re using the wheelchair. NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 8.2. 1. P erform  one  (1)  of  the  following: •U n f o l d ?[...]

  • Page 42

    SECTION 8—BACK Nutron® Series 42 Part No.1106645 3. P osition  the  back  angle  plate  to  one  (1)  of  six  (6)  back  angles.  Refer  to  Detail  “A ”  of  FIGURE 8.3. 4. Reinstall  the  front  hex  screw  and  was h e r,  securely  tighten  with  locknut[...]

  • Page 43

    SECTION 9—UPHOLSTERY/SEAT POSITIONING STRAP Nutron® Series 43 Part No.1106645 SECTION 9—UPHOLSTERY/SEAT POSITIONING STRAP  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may result. Replacing Seat Upholstery NOTE:  For  this  proc[...]

  • Page 44

    SECTION 9—UPHOLSTERY/SEAT POSITIONING STRAP Part No.1106645 44 Nutron® Series 4. Pull  the  loose  back  canes  ou t  of  the  existing  back  upholstery . 5. Slide  the  loose  back  canes  into  the  new  back  upholstery . 6. Secure  the  back  canes  to  the  wheelcha[...]

  • Page 45

    SECTION 9—UPHOLSTERY/SEAT POSITIONING STRAP Nutron® Series 45 Part No.1106645 FIGURE 9.3 Replacing Seat Positioning Strap Washer Rear Phillips Screw Seat Upholstery Crossbrace Seat Positioning Strap[...]

  • Page 46

    SECTION 10—JOYSTICK Nutron® Series 46 Part No.1106645 SECTION 10—JOYSTICK  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may result. Preparing the Joystick For Use NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 10.1.[...]

  • Page 47

    SECTION 10—JOYSTICK Part No.1106645 47 Nutron® Series Repositioning the Joystick NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 10.2. 1. T urn  the  adjustment  lock  lever  to  release  the  joystick  mounting  tube  from  the  mounting  bracket. 2. Remove  the  joystick  [...]

  • Page 48

    SECTION 11—CASTERS Nutron® Series 48 Part No.1106645 SECTION 11—CASTERS  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repa ir or service and BEF ORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightene d securely - otherwise inju ry or damage may result. Before performing any maintenance, ad justment or service verify that ON/OFF switch on the joystick[...]

  • Page 49

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Nutron® Series 49 Part No.1106645 SECTION 12—BATTERIES Warnings for Handling and Replacing Batteries  WARNINGS After ANY adjustments, repa ir or service and BEF ORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightene d securely - otherwise inju ry or damage may result. Make sure power to the wheelchair is off before [...]

  • Page 50

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Part No.1106645 50 Nutron® Series FIGURE 12.1 Using the Proper Batteries Recommended Battery Types  WARNING The warranty and performance specifications contained in this ma nual are based on the use of deep cycle gel ce ll batteries. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the power source for th is unit.  CAUTION Fa[...]

  • Page 51

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Nutron® Series 51 Part No.1106645 2. Remove  the  existing  batteries  from  the  battery  boxes.  Refer  to  Installing/Removing  the  Batteries  Into/From  the  Battery  Boxes  on  page 53. 3. Clean  the  new  battery  terminals.  Refer  to  Cleanin[...]

  • Page 52

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Part No.1106645 52 Nutron® Series FIGURE 12.2 Installing/Removing the Battery Boxes Installing/Removing the Battery Tray NOTE:  For  these  procedur es,  re f er  to  FIGURE 12.3. NOTE:  To  rem o ve  the  battery  tray  fr om  the  wheelchair ,  r everse  the  following [...]

  • Page 53

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Nutron® Series 53 Part No.1106645 FIGURE 12.3 Installing/Removing the Battery Tray Installing/Removing the Batteries Into/From the Battery Boxes  WARNING Make sure power to the wheelchair is OFF before performi ng this procedure. The use of rubber gloves and chemical goggles or fa ce shields is recommended when working wi[...]

  • Page 54

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Part No.1106645 54 Nutron® Series NOTE:  Have  the  following  tools  available: NOTE:  The  battery  lifting  strap  supplied  is  for  Gr oup  22  batteries  ONL Y .  Refer  to  the  battery  manufacturer  for  the  pr oper  lifting  strap  an[...]

  • Page 55

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Nutron® Series 55 Part No.1106645 Connecting Battery Cables  WARNING The use of rubber gloves and chemical goggles or fa ce shields is recommended when working with batteries. NEVER allow any of your tools and/or b attery cable(s) to contact BOTH battery terminal(s)/post(s) at the same time. An electrical shor t may occur[...]

  • Page 56

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Part No.1106645 56 Nutron® Series  CAUTION When connecting the battery cables to the battery(ies), the battery cable(s) MUST be connected to the battery terminal(s)/post(s) as sh own in Detail “A” or Detail “B” of FIGURE 12.6 (depending on battery type), otherwi se dama ge to the battery cable may result when inst[...]

  • Page 57

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Nutron® Series 57 Part No.1106645 FIGURE 12.6 Connecting Battery Cables - Direct Mount Method 1/4-20 Hex Flange Locknut POSITIVE (+) Battery Terminal/Post 1/4-20 x 7/8-inch Hex Flange Screw NEGATIVE (-) Battery Terminal/Post Detail “A” - Dual UI Batteries CONNECT CABLE RING TERMINAL TO THIS SIDE OF TERMINAL/POST Tie-Wrap[...]

  • Page 58

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Part No.1106645 58 Nutron® Series Battery Clamp Method  WARNING The battery clamp of the PO SITIVE (+) battery terminal /post MUST be mounted in the position shown in FI GURE 12.7, otherwise the b attery box top cannot be installed properly. NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 12.7,  FI[...]

  • Page 59

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Nutron® Series 59 Part No.1106645 2. Install  battery  clamp  covers  onto  battery  cables  (FIGURE 12.8) ‐ A. RED  battery  clamp  cover  on to  RED  battery  cable. B. BLACK  battery  clamp  cover  onto  BLACK  battery  cable. NOTE:  Only  one  ([...]

  • Page 60

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Part No.1106645 60 Nutron® Series FIGURE 12.9 Connecting Battery Cables -Battery Clamp Method NEGATIVE (-) Terminal/Post RED Clamp Cover POSITIVE (+) Terminal/Post Tie-Wraps Group 22NF Battery BLACK Clamp Cover Detail “B” POSITIVE (+) Terminal/Post NEGATIVE (-) Terminal/Post Group 22NF Battery Clamp Mounting Plate Hex Sc[...]

  • Page 61

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Nutron® Series 61 Part No.1106645 Replacing the Battery Box Retaining Strap NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 12.10.  WARNING The battery box retaining st rap MUST be fastened secur ely and adjusted properly to hold battery boxes in plac e before using the wheelchair. 1. Remove  the ?[...]

  • Page 62

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Part No.1106645 62 Nutron® Series FIGURE 12.10 Replacing the Battery Box Retaining Strap Cleaning Battery Terminals  WARNING Most batteries are not sold with instructions. Howeve r, warnings are frequently displayed on the cell ca ps. Read them carefully. DO NOT allow the liquid in th e battery to come in con tact with sk[...]

  • Page 63

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Nutron® Series 63 Part No.1106645 Charging Batteries When To Charge Batteries NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 12.1 1. Recharge  the  batteries  frequently .  Do  not  wai t  until  the  battery  charge  is  low  to  recharge.  A  battery’ [...]

  • Page 64

    SECTION 12—BATTERIES Part No.1106645 64 Nutron® Series The  range  per  battery  charge  using  recommended  batteries  should  be  approximately  5  to  9  hours  of  typical  operation.  Extensive  us e  on  inclines  may  substantially  reduce  per  charge  milea[...]

  • Page 65

    SECTION 13—CLUTCH/MOTOR LOCK Nutron® Series 65 Part No.1106645 SECTION 13—CLUTCH/MOTOR LOCK  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may result. Engaging/Disengaging the Clutches  WARNING DO NOT engage or disengage the clutches u[...]

  • Page 66

    SECTION 13—CLUTCH/MOTOR LOCK Part No.1106645 66 Nutron® Series •T o  Disengage:  turn  the  clutch  handles  until  they  are  pointing  tow ard  the  rear  wheels.  NEVER  try  to  turn  the  clutch  handles  tow ard  the  inside  of  the  wheelchair . Disengaging/E[...]

  • Page 67

    SECTION 14—WHEEL LOCKS Nutron® Series 67 Part No.1106645 SECTION 14—WHEEL LOCKS  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherw ise, injury or da mage may result. NOTE:  For  this  proced ure,  re f er  to  FIGURE 14.1. Installing/Adjusting/Us[...]

  • Page 68

    SECTION 14—WHEEL LOCKS Part No.1106645 68 Nutron® Series FIGURE 14.1 Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel Locks Using The  wheelchair  is  equipped  with  a  pair  of  independently  operated  wheel  locks  located  just  in  front  of  the  rear  wheels. 1. T o  engage  the  whee[...]

  • Page 69

    SECTION 15—ANTI-TIPPERS Nutron® Series 69 Part No.1106645 SECTION 15—ANTI-TIPPERS  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may result. Installing/Removing the Anti-Tippers  WARNING Anti-tippers MUST be full y engaged and spring b[...]

  • Page 70

    SECTION 15—ANTI-TIPPERS Part No.1106645 70 Nutron® Series FIGURE 15.1 Installing/Removing the Anti-Tippers Wheelchair Frame 1-1/2 to 2-inch Clearance Release Button Anti-tipper Rear Wheel Anti-tipper[...]

  • Page 71

    SECTION 16—TRANSPORTING Nutron® Series 71 Part No.1106645 SECTION 16—TRANSPORTING  WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - othe rwise injury or damage may result. Transporting the Nutron  WARNING The weight of the wheelchair without the us er and batteries [...]

  • Page 72

    SECTION 16—TRANSPORTING Part No.1106645 72 Nutron® Series FIGURE 16.1 Transporting the Nutron Refer to Installing/Removing the Battery Boxes on page 51 and Installing/Removing the Battery Tray on page 52. Refer to Installing/Removing the Anti-Tippers on page 69. Refer to Installing/Removing the Footrests on page 31 or Installing/Removing Elevati[...]

  • Page 73

    SECTION 16—TRANSPORTING Nutron® Series 73 Part No.1106645 NOTES[...]

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    SECTION 16—TRANSPORTING Part No.1106645 74 Nutron® Series NOTES[...]

  • Page 75

    LIMITED WARRANTY Nutron® Series 75 Part No.1106645 LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABL E TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products. This warranty gives you specif ic legal rights and you m ay also have[...]

  • Page 76

    Invacare Corporation www.invacare.com USA One Invacare Way Elyria, Ohio USA 44036-2125 800-333-6900 Canada 570 Matheson Blvd E Unit 8 Mississauga Ontario L4Z 4G4 Canada 800-668-5324 Invacare and Nutron are registered trademarks of Invacare Corporation. Yes, you can., MK5, EX, NX, R50, R51, and SPJ are trademarks of Invacare Corporation © 2004 Inva[...]