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Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual
Nutron® Series
R50™LX, R51™,
R51LX, R51LXP
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
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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 AND (2) THE SEATING SYSTEM’S MANUAL (IF APPLICABLE). IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATTEMPTING
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ...............................................................6 SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 9 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS .................................................. 10 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES .................................................11 Repair or Service Information ........................................................................................
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION ........................................... 27 Operating the Wheelchair......................................................................................................................27 Turning the Power On/Off................................................................................................................27 Using the Joystick to Drive the Chair.................................................................
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Changing the Back Angle ........................................................................................................................41 SECTION 9—UPHOLSTERY/SEAT POSITIONING STRAP ..................... 43 Replacing Seat Upholstery......................................................................................................................43 Replacing Back Upholstery.............................................................................
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Installing/Removing the Anti-Tippers...................................................................................................69 Installing..................................................................................................................................................69 Removing ...............................................................................................................................................69 SECTION 16—T
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PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM Register ONLINE at www.invacare.com - or - Complete and mail this form Name_______________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________ City ___________________State/Province __________ Zip/Postal Code ________ Fold Email ___________________________________Phone No. _________________ here Invacare Model No. ______________________Serial No. __________________ Purchased From _________________________
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Part No.1106645 8 Nutron® Series
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SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES WARNING/CAUTION 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 IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. WHEELCHAIR USER As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of wheelchairs to meet many needs of the end user. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair to be used by an individual rests solely wi
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TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS NUTRON R50LX, R51, R51LX, R51LXP SEAT WIDTH RANGE 14, 16, 18 or 20 inches SEAT DEPTH RANGE 16, 17 or 18 inches (17 and 18 in. by extension) BACK HEIGHT RANGE STANDARD 16, 17 or 18 inches SEAT-TO-FLOOR 17¾ or 19¾ inches OVERALL WIDTH 21¾ inches to 27¾ inches (With joystick) OVERALL HEIGHT LOW SEAT 33¼ inches to 37¼ inches ADULT 35¼ inches to 39¼ inches OVERALL LENGTH 36½ inches to 47¼ inches WEIGHT W/O BATTERIES AND FRONT RIGGINGS 82 pounds W/
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SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Repair or Service Information Set‐up of the Electronic Control Unit is to be performed ONLY by individuals certified by Invacare. The final adjustments of the controller may affect other activities of the wheelchair. Damage to the equipment could occur under these circumstances. If non‐certified individuals perform any work on these units, the warranty is void. Operating Information Performance adjustments should only be made by profes
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SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by lifting on any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair. ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. The seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs of wear appear, belt MUST be
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SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Grounding Instructions DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round grounding prong from any plug used with or for Invacare products. Some devices are equipped with three‐prong (grounding) plugs for protection against possible shock hazards. Where a two‐prong wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified electrician and have the two‐prong receptacle replaced with a properly gro
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SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES 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 grounding plug from the charger AC cable plug or the extension cord plug. Three (3) prong to two (2) prong adapters should not be used. Use of three (3) prong adapters can result in improper grounding and present a shock hazard to the user. Rain Test Invacare has tested its power wheelchairs in accordance w
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SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION WARNING CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED WHEELCHAIR. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in this text, both will be referred to as powered wheelchairs) may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted
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SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION WARNING Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from hand-held radio wave sources (transceivers) are of special concern. It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very close to the powered wheelchair's control system while using these devices. This can affect powered wheelchair movement and braking. Therefore,
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SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs “Safety and Handling” of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair. It is important to practice and master these safe techniques until you are comfortable in maneuvering around the frequently encounter
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SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS A Note to Wheelchair Assistants When assistance to the wheelchair user is required, remember to use good body mechanics. Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenever tilting wheelchair or traversing curbs, or other impediments. WARNING DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts. Lift- ing by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair. Al
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SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 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 protection against tipover. Extra caution must be observed when traversing such surfaces. Roll the wheelchair forward and SLOWLY lower the wheelchair in one continuous movement. Push the wheelc
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SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS 6. The wheelchair should not be lowered until the last stair has been negotiated and the wheelchair has been carried away from the stairway. Escalators WARNING DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur. Transferring To and From Other Seats WARNING ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power OFF and engage the clutches to prevent the wheels from moving BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair.
