Page 2 - WARNING
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) T...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS Part No.1106645 3 Nutron® Series TABLE OF CONTENTS REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ............................................................... 6SPECIAL NOTES ................................................................................ 9TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS ........................
Page 6 - Complete and mail the form on the next page
TABLE OF CONTENTS Nutron® Series 6 Part No.1106645 TABLE OF CONTENTS Installing/Removing the Anti-Tippers ...................................................................................................69 Installing ....................................................................................
Page 7 - PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM
Nutron® Series 7 Part No.1106645 Name _______________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________ City ___________________ State/Province __________ Zip/Postal Code ________ Email ___________________________________ Phone No. ...
Page 9 - SPECIAL NOTES; NOTICE; THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO
SPECIAL NOTES Nutron® Series 9 Part No.1106645 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 SU...
Page 10 - TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS
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 ...
Page 11 - SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES; Repair or Service Information
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 ONLY by individuals certified by Invacare. The final adjustments of the contr...
Page 12 - Tire Pressure
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES Part No.1106645 12 Nutron® Series 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 ...
Page 13 - Grounding Instructions; Charging Batteries
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 Invacare products. Some devices are equipped with three ‐ ...
Page 14 - Rain Test
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 grounding plug ...
Page 15 - SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION; CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFORMATION
SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION Nutron® Series 15 Part No.1106645 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 Sour...
Page 16 - CHANCE OF UNINTENDED BRAKE RELEASE OR POWERED WHEELCHAIR
SECTION 2—EMI INFORMATION Part No.1106645 16 Nutron® Series 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 spec...
Page 17 - Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs; signs of wear appear, the belt must be replaced immediately.; Coping With Everyday Obstacles
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 attention of the wheelchair user as well as the assistant....
Page 18 - A Note to Wheelchair Assistants; injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair.; Tilting; DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance.
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 your back straight and bend your knees whenever tilti...
Page 19 - using the wheelchair.; Stairways
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 ...
Page 20 - Escalators; Transferring To and From Other Seats; both casters parallel to the object you are transferring onto.; CAUTION
SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Part No.1106645 20 Nutron® Series 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 escalat...
Page 21 - Percentage of Weight Distribution
SECTION 3—SAFETY/HANDLING OF WHEELCHAIRS Nutron® Series 21 Part No.1106645 Percentage of Weight Distribution WARNING DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.Proper positioning is essential for your saf...
Page 22 - Reaching and Bending - Backward; gravity and may cause you to tip over.
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 will change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip over. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.3. 1. Pos...
Page 23 - Safety Inspection Checklists; Inspect/Adjust Initially; wear and should be replaced as necessary.; Inspect/Adjust Weekly
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 inspection and servicing. Regul...
Page 24 - Inspect/Adjust Monthly; Inspect/Adjust Periodically
SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Part No.1106645 24 Nutron® Series Inspect/Adjust Monthly ❑ Ensure arm pivot points are free of wear and looseness. ❑ Ensure wheel mounting bolts are secure on drive wheels. ❑ Ensure no excessive side movement or ...
Page 25 - Troubleshooting Guide
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 malfunction. Have batteries checked for shorted cell. Replace if necessary. Contact Dealer/...
Page 26 - Checking Battery Charge Level
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 safety. DON’T DO Don’t perform any installation or maintenance without first reading this manual. ...
Page 27 - cumstances. IF UNQUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS PERFORM ANY WORK ON; Turning the Power On/Off
SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION Nutron® Series 27 Part No.1106645 SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.Set-up/programming of the Electronic Co...
Page 28 - Using the Joystick to Drive the Chair
SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION Part No.1106645 28 Nutron® Series Using the Joystick to Drive the Chair NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.2. The joystick is located at the front of the joystick housing and provides smooth control of speed and ...
Page 29 - SPJTMJoystick Switches and Indicators; Multi-Function Charger Port; Joystick
SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION Nutron® Series 29 Part No.1106645 SPJ™Joystick Switches and Indicators NOTE: For the following information, refer to FIGURE 5.3. Multi-Function Charger Port Located at the front of the joystick housing. This provides easy access fo...
Page 31 - SECTION 6—FRONT RIGGINGS; Installing/Removing the Footrests
SECTION 6—FRONT RIGGINGS Nutron® Series 31 Part No.1106645 SECTION 6—FRONT RIGGINGS WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result. Installing/Removing the Footrests NOTE: For th...
Page 32 - Adjusting the Footrest Height
SECTION 6—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No.1106645 32 Nutron® Series Adjusting the Footrest Height Model PW93, PW93E, and PW93ST Footrests NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.2. 1. Remove any accessory from the footrest(s). 2. Remove the footrest from the wheelchair. ...
Page 34 - Installing/Removing Elevating Legrests; Removing
SECTION 6—FRONT RIGGINGS Part No.1106645 34 Nutron® Series Installing/Removing Elevating Legrests NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 6.5. Installing 1. Turn legrest to side (open footplate is perpendicular to wheelchair) and position mounting holes in ...
Page 35 - Adjusting Calfpads; Adjusting/Replacing Telescoping Front Rigging Support
SECTION 6—FRONT RIGGINGS Nutron® Series 35 Part No.1106645 Adjusting Calfpads 1. Turn calfpad towards 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 adjustm...
Page 37 - SECTION 7—ARMS; Adjusting Armrest Height
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 - otherwise injury or damage may result. Adjusting Armrest Height NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIG...
Page 38 - Armrest Pad
SECTION 7—ARMS Part No.1106645 38 Nutron® Series Using Swing-Back Arms WARNING Make sure the armrest release lever is in the locked position before using the wheel- chair. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.2. 1. Unlock the swing ‐ back arms by rotating the armrest...
Page 40 - SECTION 8—BACK; Adjusting the Back Height
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 - otherwise injury or damage may result. Adjusting the Back Height NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FI...
Page 41 - Changing the Back Angle; BACK
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 before using the wheelchair. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.2. 1. Perform one (1) of the following: ...
Page 43 - Replacing Back Upholstery
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 - otherwise injury or damage may result. Replacing Seat Up...
Page 44 - Replacing Seat Positioning Strap
SECTION 9—UPHOLSTERY/SEAT POSITIONING STRAP Part No.1106645 44 Nutron® Series 4. Pull the loose back canes out of the existing back upholstery. 5. Slide the loose back canes into the new back upholstery. 6. Secure the back canes to the wheelchair f...
Page 46 - SECTION 10—JOYSTICK; Preparing the Joystick For Use
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 - otherwise injury or damage may result. Preparing the Joystick For Use NOTE: For this procedure, ...
Page 47 - Repositioning the Joystick
SECTION 10—JOYSTICK Part No.1106645 47 Nutron® Series Repositioning the Joystick NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.2. 1. Turn the adjustment lock lever to release the joystick mounting tube from the mounting bracket. 2. Remove the joystick fro...
Page 48 - SECTION 11—CASTERS; switch on the joystick is in the OFF position.; cracks and wear and should be replaced.; Adjusting Forks
SECTION 11—CASTERS Nutron® Series 48 Part No.1106645 SECTION 11—CASTERS WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service verify...
Page 49 - SECTION 12—BATTERIES; Warnings for Handling and Replacing Batteries; WARNINGS; Using the Proper Batteries
SECTION 12—BATTERIES Nutron® Series 49 Part No.1106645 SECTION 12—BATTERIES Warnings for Handling and Replacing Batteries WARNINGS After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.Make sure po...
Page 50 - Recommended Battery Types; the power source for this unit.; wheelchair and give you unsatisfactory performance.
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 manual are based on the use of deep cycle gel cell batteries. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the po...
Page 51 - Installing/Removing the Battery Boxes; to hold battery boxes in place before using the wheelchair.
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 Cleaning ...
Page 52 - Installing/Removing the Battery Tray
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 procedures, refer to FIGURE 12.3. NOTE: To remove the battery tray from the wheelchair, reverse the followin...
Page 55 - Connecting Battery Cables; sonal injury or damage may occur.; Direct Mount Method
SECTION 12—BATTERIES Nutron® Series 55 Part No.1106645 Connecting Battery Cables WARNING The use of rubber gloves and chemical goggles or face shields is recommended when working with batteries.NEVER allow any of your tools and/or battery cable(s) to contact BOTH battery terminal(s)/post(s) at the s...
Page 56 - cable may result when installing battery terminal caps.
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 shown in Detail “A” or Detail “B” of FIGURE 12.6 (depending on battery type), otherwise damage to the ba...
Page 58 - Battery Clamp Method
SECTION 12—BATTERIES Part No.1106645 58 Nutron® Series Battery Clamp Method WARNING The battery clamp of the POSITIVE (+) battery terminal/post MUST be mounted in the position shown in FIGURE 12.7, otherwise the battery box top cannot be installed properly. NOTE: For this procedure, refer ...
Page 61 - Replacing the Battery Box Retaining Strap; retaining strap buckle as shown in FIGURE 12.10.
SECTION 12—BATTERIES Nutron® Series 61 Part No.1106645 Replacing the Battery Box Retaining Strap NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 12.10. WARNING The battery box retaining strap MUST be fastened securely and adjusted properly to hold battery boxes in place before using the wheelc...
Page 62 - Cleaning Battery Terminals; removed, NEVER look directly into them while charging batteries.
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. However, warnings are frequently displayed on the cell caps. Read them carefully.DO NOT allow the liquid in ...
Page 63 - explosive in the right concentration with air.
SECTION 12—BATTERIES Nutron® Series 63 Part No.1106645 Charging Batteries When To Charge Batteries NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 12.11. Recharge the batteries frequently. Do not wait until the battery charge is low to recharge. A battery’s li...
Page 64 - Description and Use of Battery Chargers
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 use on inclines may substantially reduce per charge mileage. Desc...
Page 65 - DO NOT engage or disengage the clutches until the power is off.; FIGURE 13.1, the motors will be damaged and will need to be replaced.
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 - otherwise injury or damage may result. Engaging/Disengaging the Clutches WARNING DO NO...
Page 67 - SECTION 14—WHEEL LOCKS; Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel Locks
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. Otherwise, injury or damage may result. NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 14.1....
Page 68 - Using; engaged - otherwise damage to the wheelchair may result.
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. To engage the wh...
Page 69 - SECTION 15—ANTI-TIPPERS
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 - otherwise injury or damage may result. Installing/Removing the Anti-Tippers WARNING Anti-tippers...
Page 71 - SECTION 16—TRANSPORTING; Transporting the Nutron; Unfolding/Folding the Wheelchair; are fully seated into the side frame H-blocks.
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 - otherwise injury or damage may result. Transporting the Nutron WARNING The weight of the wheelch...
Page 73 - NOTES
SECTION 16—TRANSPORTING Nutron® Series 73 Part No.1106645 NOTES
Page 75 - LIMITED WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY Nutron® Series 75 Part No.1106645 LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products.This warranty gives you...
