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Invacare Wheelchair Ranger IIJR User's Manual

1. 18 REPLACING MOTOR GEARBOX R2 61 PROCEDURE 5 SEAT BACK 10 REPLACING MOTORGEARBOX Pa REPLACING SEAT POSITIONING STRAP 19 PROCEDURE 14 MWD WHEELCHAIRS 64 REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY 19 ASSEMBLING RANGERI MWD 64 REPLACING CAPTAIN SSEAT 20 WHEN TOCHARGE 66 PROCEDURE 6 x SEAT FRAME SRM AE EAE EE 21 CHARGING BATTERIES nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 66 ADJUSTING SEAT DEPTH AITEITE FEET 21 REPLACING BATTERIES BRRERRRERERERRRRREARESRSEEESRRERRRRRRRRE 67 ADJUSTING BACKHEIGHT 21 INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES 68 CHANGINGBACKANGLE m JBATTERNV TRAY 69 REPLACINGBACKCANES 22 REPLACING WIRING HARNESS 71 STABILIZER IDENTIFICATION 73 PROCEDURE 7 ELECTRONICS 24 ADJUSTING SPRINGS 73 REPOSITIONING MKIV JOYSTICK 24 ADJUSTING STABILIZERS FOR USER REMOVING INSTALLING MKIV CONTROLLER 24 PREFERENCE erret 74 PROCEDURE 8 LIMIT SWITCH 27 REPLACING STABILIZER CYLINDERS 75 DISCONNECTING CONNECTING LIMIT REPLACING STABILIZER WHEELS 76 SWITCH
2. 5 M Washer Five 5 Mounting 5 Positions o We Caplio A oou Footboard Pivot HEIGHT MWD WHEELCHAIRS Footboard Seven 7 Mounting 904 Mounting Bracket A s Positions Locknut 9 Footboard Pivot Flip Up Footboard FIGURE 2 ADJUSTING FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD HEIGHT Loctite Registered Trademark of Loctite Corporation F R N T R G 5 PROCEDURE 3 5 Resecure the two 2 footboard pivots to the footboard mounting brackets with the hex screws spacers washers and locknuts Refer to FIGURE 2 for the cor rect hardware orientation 6 Torque the two 2 hex screws to 156in Ibs and back off the hex screws 1 8 1 4 of a revolution 7 If necessary reinstall the four 4 caplug caps USTING THE REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD NOTE This footboard assembly is available on models built AFTER 3 1 00 Refer to ADJUSTING THE FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD for the footboard assem bly on models built BEFORE 3 1 00 in this procedure of the manual NOTE The following procedures are for both FWD and MWD fwheelchairs unless otherwise noted Depth FIGURE 3 NOTE There is no footboard depth adjustment for 16 inch wide MWD wheelchairs 1 Remove the four 4 flat head screws and barrel nuts that secure the removable footboard to the two 2 footplate clamps 2 Move the removable footboard to one 1 of the four 4 positions NOTE B
3. PROCEDURE 13 FOR MODEL R2 FIGURE 15 NOTE Right and left is determined by sitting in wheel chair 1 Remove the footrests Refer to INSTALLING RE MOVING FOOTRESTS in PROCEDURE 3 of the Owner s Manual part number 1080722 2 Remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES inthis procedure of the manual 3 Remove the battery tray Refer to REMOVING BAT TERY TRAY in this procedure of the manual 4 Removethe two 2 mounting screws that secures the existing right battery tray hanger bracket to wheelchair frame 5 Secure NEW battery tray hanger bracket to wheel chair frame with the existing two 2 mounting screws Securely tighten 6 Reinstall battery tray battery boxes and footrests by reversing STEPS 1 3 Mounting Screws Battery Tray Hanger Bracket 4 N Wheelchair EL 5 Frame LA AGURE 15 REPLACING RIGHTBATIERY TRAY HANGER BRACKET FOR MODEL R2 Replacing Left Battery Tray Hanger Bracket FOR MODELS R2 AND R2 FIGURE 16 NOTE Right and left is determined by sitting in wheel chair 1 Remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair Re fer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 2 Loosen but do not remove the rear locknut that se cures MKIV controller to the wheelchair 3 Perform one 1 of the following A WHEELCHAIR EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP RE MOVABLE FOOTBOARD Remove the hex screw and sp
4. R 0 U B L E S H 0 0 T l N G the air from the hydrometer Set the digital multimeter to measure ohms 4 Place the hydrometer into a battery cell i y Measure the resistance between the two 2 motor NOTE DO NOT fill hydrometer more than 3A full contacts 5 Draw up sufficient acid to cover float balls NOTE A normal reading is between 1 and 5 ohms A reading of 0 ohms or in excess of 15 ohms Q indicates a problem High readings are generally caused by bad connections and or damaged brushes Contact authorized dealer or Invacare 6 Taplightly to remove air bubbles 7 Number of floating balls indicates charge Number of Floating Balls Discharged 25 Charged 50 Charged 75 Charged 100 Charged Overcharged Check charging system 8 Flushthe liquid back into the same cell after reading the float Repeat this step until all cells have been properly read A shorted or dead cell can be detected when it is the only cell that does not charge Number of Floating Motor Connector Balls Will Vary According to Charge FIGURE MOTOR TESTING _ FIGURE 2 USING HYDROMETER TO CHECK BATTERY CELLS LEAD ACID 13 R 0 U B L E S H 0 0 T l N G PROCEDURE 2 MOTOR BRUSH INSPECTION FIGURE 4 There are two 2 contact brushes on the motors located under the brush caps on the motor housing If these caps are hard
5. 8 x 2 in Pneumatic Opt 6 x 2 in Semi Pneumatic Opt Swingaway Removable Adjustable Flip Up Removable Footboard 22NF Gel Cell Two 2 Required R2 uses U1 GELCELL 250 SERIES PERFORMANCE R2 R2 Drive Wheels Tires Footrest Legrest Battery Size Not Supplied 250 SERIES STANDARD Speed M P H 0 to 3 8 0 to 3 6 0 to 4 0 Turning Radius gt 25 8 inches gt 25 8 inches gt 25 8 inches Range variable 17 22 miles 12 14 miles 12 16 miles Weight Limitation 250 Ibs 250 Ibs 300 Ibs NOTE Refer to PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION in PROCEDURE 1 of this manual Footnotes 3 Range will vary with battery conditions surface ter 1 Low and High Back Types have an Infinite adjustment rain and operators weight Low Backs with Solid Seat have no adjustment 4 Includes seating systems and accessories 2 18 in wide x 16 in deep wheelchairwith MKIV Hllelec 5 Weight varies between motors 2 AND tronics 2250 seres have Clutches The R2 motor locks SPECIFICATIONS Overall Height 34 3 8 inches 16 inch Back Height NOTE All specifications 5 are approximate RANGER Il FWD R2 INTEGRATED SLING SEAT Seat Width Range 14 inches Seat Depth Range 16 to 18 inches In 1 inch increments 17 and 18 inch by extension Back Height Range 16 to 20 inches In 1 inch increments Back Angle Range 90 to 105 in 5 increments A Seat to Floor 18 1 2 inche
6. P Wheelchair Frame Washer STEPS 7 12 Hex Bolts STEPS 7 12 4 C Black Dust Cover STEPS 5 15 Pivot Tube Plug Pin STEPS 9 10 Hex Bolts STEPS 4 13 DETAIL B FWD WHEELCHAIRS RIGHT ONLY E pm E NOTE Right and left is determined by sit ting in the wheelchair DETAIL A STEPS 8 11 ik MWD WHEELCHAIRS e WHEELCHAIRS Front of Wheelchair Front of Wheelchair J s ON Lit D 4 Note orientation of hex bolt washers coved washers and locknut for installation of new crossbraces FIGURE 1 ADJUSTING SEAT WIDTH INTEGRATED SLING SEATS 38 CROSSBRACES REPLACING CROSSBRACES CAPTAIN S SEATS FIGURE 2 1 Remove the captain s seat from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING NSTALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PRO CEDURE 5 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 2 Removethe shrouds Referto REMOVING INSTALL ING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 3 Perform one 1 of the following FWD WHEELCHAIRS A Remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual B Foldthe battery tray Refer to FOLDING BATTERY TRAY FOR TRANSPORT in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual MWD WHEELCHAIRS Remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 14 of this manual B Remove the battery tray from the w
7. CHARGE BATTERIES FIGURE 5 It is advantageous to recharge daily rather than only when necessary In fact a battery s life is extended if the charge level is maintained well above a low condition NOTE As a general rule batteries should be recharged daily to assure longest possible life and minimize required charging time Plan to recharge batteries when it is antici pated wheelchair will not be used for a long period of time MKIV RII J oystick BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR BDI is located at the rear of the joystick housing and provides information on the remaining charge in the batteries At FULL charge the BDI will be GREEN As the battery becomes discharged the BDI indicator will tum AMBER YELLOW then RED and finally FLASHING RED If the BDI is FLASHING RED the user should charge the batteries as soon as possible NOTE Accurate readings are displayed when in neutral MCC MKIV X A or A J oystick BATTERY GAUGE DISPLAY BGD is the bar graph display located on the MKIV X A or A joystick It will Keep you informed as to power availability A visual waming is given before the power becomes too low to operate the wheelchair At full charge the two 2 LEFT segments and the farthest RIGHT segment of the bar graph will be illuminated As the battery becomes discharged the farthest RIGHT segment will progressively move to the LEFT until only the last two 2 bars LEFT are illuminated At this level the last two 2 bars
8. INSTALLING REMOVING BATIERY BOXES ING INSTALLING SHROUDS MWD WHEEL BATTERY TRAY FIGURE 8 CHAIRS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 2 Remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair Re Installing Battery Tray onto Wheelchair NOT ferto INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES Equipped Weight Shift Basic Tilt in this procedure of the manual 1 If necessary remove the shrouds Referto REMOV 3 Lift up on the battery tray to release the battery tray ING INSTALLING SHROUDS MWD WHEEL pins from the mounting slots on the hanger brack CHAIRS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual ets 4 Turn the battery tray slightly to one 1 side 5 Remove the battery tray from the wheelchair 2 Turn the battery tray slightly to one 1 side NOTE Make sure the end of the battery tray labeled FRONT is towards the front of the wheelchair 3 Position the battery tray pins over the mounting slots on the hanger brackets Make sure pins of battery tay are secure in the mounting slots of the hanger bracket otherwise injury ordamage may result 4 Push down on the battery tray to secure in place 5 Install the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING RE MOVING BATTERY BOXES inthis procedure of the manual 6 If necessary install the shrouds Refer to REMOV ING INSTALLING SHROUDS MWD WHEEL CHAIRS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual Installing Battery Tray onto Wheelchair Equipped Weight Shift Basic Tilt 1 Ifnecessary remove the shrou
9. Service Manual Ranger II Storm Series Wheelchairs MWD FWD Ranger Il BASIC Ranger Il STANDARD Ranger 11 ie Ranger 11 250 SERIES 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 INVACARE J Yes you can WARNING SPECIAL NOTES THE PROCEDURES IN THIS MANUAL SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFED TECHNICIAN DO NOT SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WTHOUT ARST READING AND UNDERSIANDING THIS MANUAL AND THE OWNER S MANUAL SUPPLIED WITH THE WHEELCHAIR IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSIAND THE WARNINGS CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEFORE ATIEMPTING TO SERVICE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT OTHERMSSE URY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT 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 SUBJ ECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NO TIC E r om uo 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 with the user and his her healthcare professional capable of making such a selection omAoz WHEELCHAIR TIE DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEA
10. seats only After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure that all taching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result REPLACING ARMREST PADS FIGURE 1 1 Armrest Insert Mounting Screw Remove the mounting screws that secures the front of the armrest pad to the armrest plate Remove the mounting screw that secures the rear of the armrest pad and armrest insert to the armrest plate Remove the existing armrest pad and position the new armrest pad on the armrest plate Line up the mounting holes in the armrest insert arm rest plate and new armrest pad Reinstall the rear mounting screw through the arm restinsert armrest plate and armrest pad and tighten securely Reinstall the front mounting screw into the armrest plate and new armrest pad and tighten securely REAR FRONT EE Amrest Pad 1 Mounting Armrest Plate Screw FIGURE 1 REPLACING ARMREST PADS ARMS REPLACING ARMREST PLATE FIGURE 2 1 Armrest Insert Phillips Screw 18 If necessary remove the three 3 hex bolts spacers and locknuts that secure the joystick mounting bracket to the armrest plate Remove armrest pad Refer to REPLACING ARM REST PADS in this procedure of the manual Remove the lug bolt washers and locknut that secure the existing armrest plate to the seat frame assembly Position the new armrest plate on the seat frame
11. MKIV controller and washer s to the wheelchair 5 Remove existing MKIV controller from the wheelchair INSTALLING 1 Install washer s onto rear mounting stud 2 Install new existing MKIV controller onto wheelchair frame 24 ELECTRONICS Controller j Locknuts amp Secure the new existing MKIV controller to the wheel chair with NEW locknuts Torque to 156 in lbs Connect the following connections A The right hand motor and controller connection B Theleft hand motor and controller connection C Battery wiring hamess and controller connection Install the battery boxes Refer to REMOVING INS TALL ING THE BATTERY BOXES for one 1 of the follow ing FWD WHEELCHAIRS in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual MWD WHEELCHAIRS in PROCEDURE 14 of this manual If necessary install the rear shroud and rear compart ment if equipped Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual S Mounting Stud on _ Wheelchair Frame _ Washer MKIV x Washer MWD Only y amp FIGURE 2 REMOVING INSIALLING MKIV CONTROLLER 16 18 20 INCH WIDE MODELS 14 inch Wide Models FIGURE 3 REMOVING 1 Remove the front and rear shrouds Refer to RE MOVING INS TALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual Remove the battery boxes Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING THE BATTERY BOXES in PROCE DURE 12 of this manual Cut the tie wrap
12. R2 FIGURE 8 Verify that the ON OFF switch on the joystick is in the OFF position 2 If necessary remove the front and rear shrouds Re ferto REMOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PRO CEDURE 9 of this manual NOTE Make sure the battery cables on the battery boxes are on the same side as the battery connectors on the wheelchair frame NOTE The battery cables of the front battery box must be connected to the battery connectors on the wheelchair before placing battery on battery tray 3 Connectthe battery cables from the front battery box to the battery connectors on the wheelchair frame 4 Position the front battery box onto the battery tray as shown in FIGURE 8 5 Feedthe front retaining strap through the slot located on the top of the front shroud 6 Position the bottom of the front shroud in between the front battery box and edge of battery tray Clip the front retaining strap together FWD WHEELCHAIRS 10 11 12 13 14 15 Battery Box Pull end of retaining strap to secure front battery box and front shroud in place Position the rear battery box onto the battery tray as shown in FIGURE 8 Connect the battery cable from the rear battery box to the rear battery connectors on the wheelchair frame Bundle excess joystick cable and tie wrap together See DETAIL A Position excess joystick cable between retaining strap and rear battery box See DETAIL A Clip the rear retaining strap tog
13. STEPS E af NJ Cylinder 414 gt SJ e Stabilizer Plates ms Stabilizer Cylinder Pivot STEPS 6 11 Jam Nut STEPS 2 11 16 Adjustment Nut STEPS 7 9 Plate STEPS 7 10 Stabilizer Cylinder Spring STEPS 8 9 Inspect for Wear Stabilizer Cylinder FG URE 16 REPLACING SIABILIZER CYLINDER SPRINGS REPOSITIONING MOTORS WARNING Repositioning the motors MUSTbe performed by an authorized Invacare dealeror qualified technician REPLACING CLUTCH HANDLES R2 AND R2 seres FIGURE 21 1 necessary remove the shrouds Refer to REMOV INGANSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 78 MWD WHEELCHAIRS 2 Remove the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 3 Remove the tip from the existing clutch handle Remove the pin that secures the existing clutch handle to the motor gearbox 5 Disconnect the existing clutch handle from the motor gearbox 6 Feed the existing clutch handle through the wheel chair frame 7 Remove the rubber tip from the new clutch handle 8 Install the new clutch handle onto the wheelchair NOTE Make sure the new clutch handle is pointing to wards the outside of the wheelchair 9 Install the rubber tip onto the new clutch handle 10 Connect the clutch handle to the motor gearbox and line up the mounting holes in the clutch handle and motor gearbox 11 Insert the pin throug
14. may result controller 11 Use Loctite 242 and tighten battery tray mounting H 20 2 ord tothe battery tray mounting bracket bracket and motor gearbox to the wheelchair frame A WUNA LE securely with the six 6 socket screws Torque to 60 21 Reinstall the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING inch pounds R BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of 12 Repeat STEPS 3 11 for the opposite side of the wheel 5 manya chair if necessary 22 es 4 1 13 Reinstall the drive wheels onto the wheelchair Refer to f thi n REMOVING INSTALLING DRIVE WHEELS in PRO CEDURE 9 of this manual REPLACING MOTOR 520022224 00 R2 ANDARD FIGURE 23 wheelchair frame 1 If necessary remove the shrouds Refer to REMOV 45 R the riaht left mot to th ING NSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of Reconnect the right and or left motor connector to the i controller this manual 2 Remove the battery boxes Referto INSTALLING RE 16 Secure the motor wire to the battery tray mounting MOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the bracket with a new tie wrap manual 17 Reinstall the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING 3 Cut the tie wrap that secures the motor wire to the bat REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of tery tray mounting bracket the manual 4 Disconnect the right and or left motor connector from 18 If necessary install the shrouds Refer to REMOV the controller ING NSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 5
15. 11 CROSSBRACES 37 REPAIR OR SERVICE INFORMATION BRRRRRERRRRRRERRRGR 7 ADJUSTING SEAT WI DTH m INTEG RATED OPERATING INFORMATION 7 SLING SEATS 37 WARNING CAUTION LABEL LOCATION 8 REPLACING CROSSBRACES CAPTAIN S PROCEDURE 2 TROUBLESHOOTING 12 39 FIELD LOAD TEST oiie 12 PROCEDURE 12 BATTERIES USING HYDROMETER TO CHECK BATTERY INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERIES INTO CELLS LEAD ACID sena 12 m MOTORTESTING ees 13 MOTOR BRUSH INSPECTION 14 PROCEDURE 13 FWD WHEELCHAIRS 46 ELECTRO MECHANICAL PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLING RANG ER FWD 46 TESTING foc 14 WHEN TO CHARGE BATTERIES 48 CHARGING BATTERIES 48 PROCEDURE FRONT RIGGINGS 15 BEPLACINGBATTEREES 49 ADJUSTING FLIP UP REMOVABLE INSTALLING REMOVINGBATTERY BOXES 50 FOOTBOARD eene 16 51 ADJUSTING THEREMOVABLEFOOTBOARD 16 REPLACING WIRING HARNESS 55 PROCEDURE 4 18 REPOSITIONING 59 REPLACING ARMREST 18 REPLACING CLUTCH HANDLES 60 REPLACING ARMREST PLATE
16. 27 REPLACINGSTABILIZERCYLINDER SPRINGS 77 ADJUSTING LIMIT SWITCH 27 78 PROCEDURE 9 WHEELS REPLACINGCLUTCHHANDLES REPLACING PNEUMATIC TIRES TUBES 2 m R2 M 78 DRIVE WHEELS CASTERS 29 REPLACING MOTOR GEARBOX P2 79 REMOVING INSTALLINGDRIVE WHEELS 29 REPLACING MOTOR GEARBOX 2 80 REMOVING INSTALLING DRIVE WHEEL HUB 30 LIMITED WARRANTY 83 REPLACING CASTERS 32 REPLACING FORKS nnne 32 T A B L E 0 F 0 N T E N T 5 5 ie F ie 0 N S SPECIFICATIONS NOTE All specifications are approximate Seat Width Range Seat Depth Range Back Height Range Std Opt Headrest Opt Backrest Ext Back Angle Range Seat to Floor Overall Width No joystick Overall Height Weight W O Batteries WiBatteries Gel Cell Shipping Armrests Upholstery SPECIFICATIONS RANGER II MWD NET INTEG RATED SLING SEAT 16 18 or 20 inches 16 17 or 18 in in 1 inch increments 17 and 18 in by extension 16 17 18 19 or 20 in In 1 in increments N A 90 to 105 in 5 increments 18 1 4 inches 24 7 8 inches 34 3 8 in 18 in Back Height 2 STANDARD 112 to 116 lbs
17. 75 inch pounds While holding the hex bolt reinstall the locknut and torque to 75 inch pounds Repeat STEP 11 forthe other hex bolt and locknut Securely tighten the new back upholstery to the back canes with the two 2 phillips screws and washers Secure the bottom of the new back upholstery to the wheelchair frame with tie wraps NOTE Clean upholstery with warm DAMP cloth and mild detergent to remove superficial soil WARNING Laundering or moisture will reduce flame retardation of the upholstery Install the four 4 hex screws and washers through the seat frame assembly and into the new captain s seat Tighten securely 6 Install the new captain s seat onto the wheelchair Re fer to REMOVING INSTALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PROCEDURE 5 of the owners manual part number 1080722 3 Captain s Seat Seat Frame N Seat Frame Assembly 4 5 Assembly Washers ai Hex Screws Apply Loctite 242 FIGURE 3 REPLACING CAPTAIN S SEAT 20 SEAT FRAME This Procedure Includes the Following Adjusting Seat Depth Adjusting Back Height Changing Back Angle Replacing Back Canes NOTE The instructions in this procedure are for IN TEGRATED SLING SEAT wheelchairs ONLY After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure that all at taching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result USTING SEAT DEPTH FIGURE 1
18. A R 5 PROCEDURE 14 Replacing Stabilizer Cylinders for Type C Stabilizer Assemblies FIGURE 17 NOTE Refer to STABILIZER INDENTIFICATION in the beginning of this section to determine correct stabilizer assembly Place a 1 2 inch block underneath drive wheel 2 Remove the top mounting screw and locknut that se cures the top of the stabilizer cylinder to the wheel chair frame 2 Note the mounting position of the existing stabilizer cylinder for proper installation of the new stabilizer cyl inder 3 Remove the bottom mounting screw washers and locknut that secures the bottom of the stabilizer cylin der to the swing arm M W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 4 Remove the existing stabilizer cylinder Top ZRight Hand side of Mounting Top of Wheelchair Frame Screw Stabilizer Cylinder Bottom of Stabilizer Cyliner Locknut Washer on There is no need to remove this mounting screw and locknut Bottom Locknuts j Mounting Screw NOTE Stabilizer assembly exploded away for clarity It is not necessary to remove the stabilizer assembly from the wheelchair frame FIG URE 17 REPLACING SIABILIZER CYLINDERS FOR TYPE C STABILIZER ASSEMBLIES 76 MWD WHEELCHAIRS 5 Secure the bottom of the NEW stabilizer cylinder to the mounting hole on the swing arm noted in STEP 2 with the mounting screw washers and locknut Loosely tighten 6 Secure the top of the stabilizer cylinder to th
19. A Position the new phono jack on the side shroud B Reinstall the phono jack nut onto the new phono jack and tighten securely Phono Jack Nut F W D H E E L ie H A R 5 Side Shroud 4 2 Phillips Screws M STEPS 5 11 PA ger STEPS 5 11 Wiring Harness Tie Wraps STEPS 8 16 Phillips Bolts STEPS 6 12 To Controller STEPS 4 15 Charger Cable Mounting Bracke Locknuts STEPS 6 12 Phillips Screws STEPS 7 13 FIGURE 18 REPLACING WIRING HARNESS 16 18 AND 20 INCH WIDE MODELS 56 FWD WHEELCHAIRS 14 inch Wide Models FIGURE 19 1 10 Remove the shrouds Referto REMOVING INSTALL ING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual Remove the battery boxes Refer to REMOVING IN STALLING THE BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 12 of this manual Cut the tie wrap that secure the following connections to the wire connector support The right hand motor and controller connection B The left hand motor and controller connection C Battery wiring harness and controller connection BLUE Disconnect the battery wiring hamess BLUE and controller connector BLUE Remove the two 2 phillips screws and spacers that secure the rear battery connector to the wheelchair frame Remove the two 2 phillips bolts and locknuts that secure the front battery connector to wheelchair frame Remove the two 2 ph
20. Basic 250 series 110to 114 Ibs 178 to 182 lbs 190 to 194 Ibs 134 to 153 lbs 146 to 155 Ibs Removable Flip Back Fixed or Adjustable Height Desk and Full Length Black Nylon STANDARD 250 SERIES CAPTAIN S SEAT BACK TYPE LOW LOW SOLID SEAT HIGH LOB LOBSS HIB 19 in 19 in 19 in 17 17 17 16 in 18 in 22 in 28 23 552 1142 35 170 22 in 19 1 2 in 22 in 24 3 4 in 24 3 4 in 24 3 4 in 35 in 35 in 39 in R2 asc R2 series 2 STANDARD 131 to 135 Ibs 206 to 210 Ibs 21310217 lbs 161 to 165 lbs 168 to 172 lbs Flip Back Adjustable Height Full Length Std Vinyl or Cloth with Vinyl R2 Gray fabric trimmed w gray Vinyl 138 to 142 165 250 SERIES Overall Length Drive wheel in Front Position Referto PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION in PROCEDURE 1 of this manual Front Stabilizers Drive Wheels Tires Casters w Precision Sealed Bearings Footrest Legrest Battery Size Not Supplied PERFORMANCE Speed M P H Turning Radius 4 Range variable Weight Limitation INTEGRATED SLING SEAT AND CAPTAIN S SEAT 43 1 2 inches With 8 in rear casters and 93 front riggings 7 inch Urethane 35 1 2 inches With 8 in rear casters and no front riggings 12 1 2 x 2 1 4 in Std 14 in x 3 in Opt Flat Free or Pneumatic 6 x 2 in Semi Pneumatic Opt 8 x 1 3 4 in Semi
21. DRIVE WHEEL HUB FIGURE 3 NOTE Drive wheel hubs are only on 14 inch drive wheels NEVER use a locking tab washer more than once ALWAYS use a NEW locking tab washer when installing the drive wheels Removing 1 Remove the drive wheels Refer to REMOVING IN STALLING THE DRIVE WHEELS in this procedure of the manual NOTE The tab of the locking washer that is bent 90 up against the head of the mounting screw MUST be flattened before the mounting screw can be removed 2 Flatten the tab of the locking washer that is bent 90 up against the head of the mounting screw 3 Remove the mounting screw locking tab washer and washer that secure the existing drive wheel to the wheel hub 4 Remove the wheel hub and keystock from drive shaft Installing 1 Position the keystock on the drive shaft DO NOT apply more than one 1 inch length thin film of anti seize compound to the drive shaft Applying more than one 1 inch in length can cause the anti seize compound to leak resulting in damage to flooring carpet tile etc WHEELS 2 Apply a thin film of anti seize compound one 1 inch in length to the end of the drive shaft 3 Reinstall drive wheel hub onto the gearbox drive shaft NOTE While installing the drive wheel hub onto the drive shaft spin the drive wheel hub to evenly distribute the anti seize compound over the entire drive shaft 4 Install the washer and NEW locking tab w
22. NOTE This procedure is for FWD wheelchair only NOTE Angle availability is limited when the motors are in the forward most position 1 Remove the caplug caps 2 Remove the front hex screw and caplug washer that secure the footboard mounting bracket and bushing to the wheelchair 3 Repeat STEPS 1 2 for the opposite front hex screw and caplug washer 4 Move the footboard mounting brackets to one 1 of three 3 positions NOTE To ensure the existing hex screws tighten securely apply Loctite 242 onto the threads 5 Reinstall the two 2 hex screws and caplug washers through the two 2 footboard mounting brackets and bushings and into the wheelchair Wheelchair Frame Bushing Cau Footboard n h E Mounting KO Bracket p Hex Caplug Screw Cap FIGURE 1 ADJUSTING FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD ANGLE Height FIGURE 2 PROCEDURE 3 6 Torque the two 2 hex screws to 156 in lbs 7 Reinstall the two 2 caplug caps If necessary remove the four 4 caplug caps Remove the hex screw two 2 spacers washers and locknut that secure one 1 of the footboard pivots to the footboard mounting bracket Repeat STEP 2 for opposite side of the wheelchair Move the footboard pivots to one 1 of the following MWD WHEELCHAIRS one 1 of seven 7 positions FWD WHEELCHAIRS one 1 of five 5 positions HEIGHT FWD WHEELC HAIRS Footboard Mounting Bracket F R N T R
23. Pneumatic Std 8 x 2 in Pneumatic Opt Swingaway Removable Adjustable Flip Up Removable Footboard R2 sc 7 22NF Gel Cell Two 2 Required R2 R2 50 series 0 to 3 8 0 to 3 6 gt 23 inches gt 23 inches 18 22 miles 12 14 miles 250 Ibs 250 Ibs uses U1 250 SERIES R2 STANDARD 0 to 5 8 gt 23 inches 18 22 miles 300 Ibs NOTE Refer to PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION in PROCEDURE 1 of this manual Footnotes 1 High Back not available on model R2 2 Low and High Back Types have an Infinite adjustment 5 4 Range will vary with battery conditions surface ter 250 SERIES rain and operators weight Includes seating systems and accessories Low Backs with Solid Seat have no adjustment 6 Weight varies between motors R2 AND 3 18 in wide x 16 in deep wheelchair with MKIV RII R2 seres Nave Clutches The R2 electronics motor locks NOTE All specifications are approximate SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS RANGER FWD R2 R2 BASIC STANDARD 250 SERIES 6 INTEG RATED SLING SEAT CAPTAIN S SEAT LOW LOW SOLID SEAT HIGH LOB LOBSS HIB Seat Width Range 16 180r20 inches 19 in 19 in 19 in F Seat Depth Range 16 17 or 18 in In 1 in increments 17 in 17 in 17 17 and 18 in by extension Back Height Range Std 16 17 18 19 or 20 in In 1 in increments 16 in
24. Remove the dust covers hex bolt washers and lock manua nut that secure the bottom of the crossbrace to the wheelchair frame 6 Remove the bottom of the crossbrace from the mount ing bracket on the wheelchair frame 7 Remove the drive wheels from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING DRIVE WHEELS in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual 8 Note the mounting position of motor gearbox on wheel chair frame for installation of new motor gearbox 9 Remove the six 6 socket screws that secure the exist MWD WHEELCHAIRS PROCEDURE 14 M b T p LONG Socket Screws SHORT Socket Screws ae Apply Loctite 242 and Loctite 242 and torque to 60 inch pounds torque to 60 inch STEPS 9 11 pounds STEPS 9 11 Battery Motor Connectors ul STEPS 4 15 STEPS 5 6AND 14 Locknut Battery Tray Mounting Bracket Crossbrace Wheelchair Frame M W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 Tie Wrap STEPS 3 16 Dust Cover FIG URE 23 REPLACING MOTOR GEARBOX RANGER II MWD SIANDARD 81 om oz NOTES NOTES 82 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFIED TO COMPLY WIH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFIERJ UY 4 1975 This waranty is extended only to the original purc haser user of our products This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary fiom Sl
25. To remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair reverse the following procedure ifthe wheelc hairisequipped with the removable footboard AND itis installed in the heighest pos tion itisnecessary to remove the footboard plate BEFORE removing the batiery boxes Otherwise injury canoccur To remove the removable footboard refer to REMOV ING THE REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD ASSEMBLY FROM THE WHEELCHAIR in PROCEDURE 3 of this Owner s Manual part number 1080722 NOTE Motors should be in the engaged position when removing installing batteries Refer to ENGAGING DIS ENGAGING MOTORS in PROCEDURE 8 of this manual 1 Verify thatthe ON OFF switch on the joystick is in the OFF position 2 lf necessary remove the front and rear shrouds Re ferto REMOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PRO CEDURE 9 of this manual Battery boxes MUST be installed removed in the order stated below or the battery tray could rotate causing the rear battery box to fall possibly causing injury ordamage Use extreme care when insialling removing the battery boxes NEVER unplug the battery cables by pulling on the wires Unplug battery cablesby pull ing on the connector ONLY Otherwise injury or damage may result When removing the battery boxes from the wheelchair remove the rear battery box first 3 Position the battery boxes onto the battery tray in the following order A FRONT Battery Box B REAR Battery Box 4 Position retaini
26. along with a remote pro grammer Refer to the individual CONTROLLER MANUAL supplied with each wheelchair Old batteries lose their ability to store and release power due to increased internal resistance This means that as you try to take power from the battery some of that power is used up in the process of passing through the battery resulting in less voltage at the posts The more power drawn the lower the voltage available When this lost volt age drops the output 1 0 volts under load 2 0 for a pair replace the batteries Testing under load is the only way to spot this problem While special battery load testing equipment is available itis costly and difficult to transport Use a digital voltmeter to check battery charge level at the charger connector It is located on the base of the wheel chair frame NOTE READ the instructions CAREFULLY before us ing the digital voltmeter NOTE Invacare recommends that ONLY qualified ser vice personnel perform this test 1 Ensure that power is OFF 2 Make sure battery is fully charged An extremely dis charged battery will exhibit the same symptoms as a bad one 3 Place a one 1 piece of wood taller than the axle of the drive wheels between the wheelchair and a wall workbench or other stationary object 4 Remove the footrests from the wheelchair and place the stabilizer wheels or the front of the wheelchair against the piece of wood 5 Placethe voltmeter leads i
27. frequently noted on the 3 Clean the terminals and inside the battery clamps by using a battery cleaning tool wire brush or medium grade sand paper Nor Tea both batteries be re NOTE When done these areas should be shiny not dull laced if one 1 battery is defective P 0 4 Carefully dust off all metal particles caps Read them carefully otherwise injury or damage can occur 49 F W D H E E L R 5 PROCEDURE 13 INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES NEVER unplug the battery cables by pullling on the wires Unplug the batiery cables by pulling onthe Otherwise injury ordam age may occur NOTE To remove the battery boxes reverse the follow ing procedure NOTE Motors should be in the engaged position when removing nstalling batteries Refer to ENGAGING DIS ENGAGING MOTORS in PROCEDURE 8 of this manual Installing R2 AND R2 1 BASIC STANDARD FIGURE 7 Verify that the ON OFF switch on the joystick is in the OFF position 2 lf necessary remove the captain s seat Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING THE CAPTAIN S SEAT in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual 3 If necessary remove the front and rear shrouds Re ferto REMOVING INSTALLING THE SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual 4 Position the battery boxes onto the battery tray NOTE Make sure the battery cable on the battery boxes are on the same side as the bat
28. inch Wheelchair FIG URE 9 BATIERY TRAY CHANGING WIDTH OF BATIERY TRAY 71 PROCEDURE 14 REPLACING HARNESS FIGURE 10 1 10 11 12 13 14 If necessary remove the front and rear shrouds Re ferto REMOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PRO CEDURE 10 of this manual Remove the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of manual Disconnect the wiring hamess BLUE from the con troller connector BLUE Remove the two 2 phillips screws and spacers that secure the rear battery connector to the wheelchair frame Remove the two 2 phillips bolts and locknuts that secure the front battery connector to wheelchair frame Remove the two 2 phillips bolts and locknuts that secure the wiring hamess to the charger cable mount ing bracket HIGH BACK CAPTAIN S SEAT MODEL WHEEL CHAIRS ONLY DETAIL A Perform the following A Disconnect the limit switch Refer to DISCON NECTING CONNECTING LIMIT SWITCH in this procedure of the manual B Remove the phono jack nut that secures the phono jack to the limit switch bracket Note the position of the tie wraps that secure the ex isting wiring harness and motor cables to the cross braces Cut the tie wraps that secure the existing wiring har ness and motor cables to the crossbraces Remove the existing wiring hamess from wheelchair Position the rear battery connector of the new wiring harness on the
29. life will be reduced NOTE As a general rule batteries should be recharged daily to assure longest possible life and minimize required charging time In fact a battery s life is extended if the charge level is maintained well above a low condition Plan to recharge batteries when it is anticipated wheel chair will not be used for a long period of time The range per battery charge using recommended batte ries should be approximately 5 to 9 hours of typical operation Extensive use on inclines may substantially reduce per charge mileage Description and Use of Battery Chargers The charger automatically reduces the charge from an initially high rate to a zero reading at a fully charged condi tion If left unattended the charger should automatically shut off when full charge is obtained There are some basic concepts which will help you understand this automatic process The amount of electrical current drawn within a given time to charge a battery is called charge rate If due to usage the charge stored in the battery is low the charge rate is high as indicated by the green light on the char ger Initially the green light will stay illuminated for a short period of time followed by a longer period of off time As a charge builds up the charge rate is reduced and the green light will stay illuminated for a longer period of time followed by a shorter off time NOTE If performing the charging procedures indepen dently R
30. new tie wraps Reinstall the dust covers onto the bottom of the new crossbraces Reinstall the hex bolts spacers washers and locknuts that secure the 2 push brackets to the new crossbraces and tighten securely Reinstall the hex bolts washers and locknuts that se cure the pivot links to the crossbraces and tighten se curely 18 Perform one 1 of the following 19 20 FWD WHEELCHAIRS Unfold the battery tray Refer to FOLDING BAT TERY TRAY FOR USE in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual B Reinstall the battery boxes onto the wheelchair INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual MWD WHEELCHAIRS Reinstall the battery tray onto the wheelchair Re ferto INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY TRAY in PROCEDURE 14 of this manual B Reinstall the battery boxes onto the wheelchair INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 14 of this manual Reinstall shrouds Referto REMOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual Reinstall the Captain s seat Refer to REMOVING IN STALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PROCEDURE 5 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 PROCEDURE 11 CROSSBRACES Wheelchair Frame Hex Bolt STEPS 4 17 Dust Cover STEPS 6 15 Washer STEPS 5 16 j Pivot Link Locknut STEPS 8 13 Hex Bolts STEPS 5 16 Hex Bolts STEPS 5 16 9 Push Bracket Crossbrace P Hex B
31. of the back cane 5 Remove the existing top half of the back cane from the bottom half of the back cane 6 Perform one 1 of the following A Install the new top half of the back cane through the back upholstery and into the bottom half of the back cane atthe existing position noted B Installthe new top half of the back cane through the back upholstery and into the bottom half ofthe back cane to one 1 of the following new positions HOLE PAIR 123 4 5 Back Height in inches 16 17 18 19 20 Holes numbered from bottom to top for reference only There are no numbers on the back canes 7 Reinstall the two 2 hex bolts that secure the new top half of the back cane to the bottom half of the back cane The top and bottom half of the back canes MUST be tightened securely together BE FORE using the wheelchair otherwise in jury or damage may occur Use Loctite 242 on the hex bolts and torque to 75 inch pounds 8 Use Loctite 242 on the hex bolts and torque into the back canes to 75 inch pounds 9 While holding the hex bolt reinstall the locknut and torque to 75 inch pounds 10 Repeat STEP 9 for the other hex bolt and locknut 22 SEAT FRAME 11 Securely tighten back upholstery to the new top half of the back cane with the phillips screw and washer 12 Repeat STEPS 2 11 forthe opposite side of the wheel chair if necessary Bottom Half of Back Canes 1 Flip the armrests u
32. secure one 1 of the battery tray pins to the battery tray 3 Referto FIGURE 11 to determine mounting hole in the battery tray that corresponds to width of the wheelchair 4 Reposition the battery tray pin to the mounting hole determined in STEP 3 5 Secure the battery tray pin to the battery tray with the hex bolt and locknut 6 Repeat STEPS 2 5 for remaining battery tray pin and two battery tray pivots Battery Tray Pin AY Battery Tray V 9 Hex Bolts EN a Battery Tray Locknuts 16 inch Wheelchair 18 inch Wheelchair 20 inch Wheelchair NS oy 2 FIGURE 1L BATIERY TRAY C BATIERY TRAY Lo NGING WDTH OF Removing Installing Battery Tray for R2 and R2 anparo REMOVING FIGURE 12 1 Remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 2 Remove the two 2 hex bolts four 4 washers and two 2 locknuts that secure the existing battery tray and washers to the battery tray hanger bracket 3 Remove the existing battery tray from the wheelchair PROCEDURE 13 INSTALLING FIGURE 12 1 Line up mounting holes in the new existing battery tray with the mounting holes in the battery tray hanger bracket 2 Position one 1 of the washers between the battery hanger bracket and the new existing battery tray 3 Reinstall one 1 of the hex bolts and washers through the new existing
33. that secure the following connections to the wire connector support The right hand motor and controller connection B The left hand motor and controller connection C Battery wiring harness and controller connection BLUE PROCEDURE 7 Disconnect the following connections The right hand motor and controller connection The left hand motor and controller connection C Battery wiring harness and controller connection Cut the tie wrap that secure the the left hand motor cable and controller cable together Remove the two 2 locknuts that secure the existing MKIV controller and washer s to the wheelchair Remove existing MKIV controller from the wheelchair INSTALLING 1 On models without shrouds install washer onto rear mounting stud Install new existing MKIV controller onto wheelchair frame Secure the new existing MKIV controller to the wheel chair with NEW locknuts Torque to 156 in Ibs Connect the following connections The right hand motor and controller connection B The left hand motor and controller connection C Battery wiring harness and controller connection NOTE See FIGURE 3 for proper positioning of the con nections noted in STEP 4 on the wire connector support 5 Secure the connections noted in STEP 4 to the wire connector support with a tie wrap NOTE Make sure to thread tie wrap around crossbrace and through slot in wire connector support 25 Secure the
34. the battery box and the battery tray 3 Clip the retaining strap together Pull end of retaining strap to secure front battery box and front shroud in place REMOVING REAR SHROUD 1 Perform one 1 of the following A For 16 18 and 20 inch wide chairs Unclip the retaining strap securing the rear shroud and battery box to the wheelchair Feed the retaining strap through the rear shroud Remove the rear shroud from the wheelchair B For 14 inch wide chairs Liftupon rear shroud and remove from wheel chair INSTALLING REAR SHROUD 1 Perform one 1 of the following A For 16 18 and 20 inch wide chairs Feed the retaining strap through the rear shroud as shown in FIGURE 2 e Clip the retaining strap together Press down on the rear shroud until the two 2 clips secure the rear shroud to the two 2 side shrouds Pull end of retaining strap to secure rear bat tery box and shroud in place B For 14 inch wide chairs Algin clips of rear shroud with tabs on side shrouds Press down on rear shroud until the two clips and dual lock fastener secure the rear shroud in place PROCEDURE 10 REMOVING SIDE SHROUDS AND FILLERS 1 Remove the front shroud from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INS TALLING FRONT SHROUD in this procedure of the manual 2 Remove the rear shroud from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR SHROUD in this procedure of the manual 3 Perform o
35. the manual i ASSEMBLING RANGER II FWD Integrated Sling Seats FIGURE 1 weightofthe wheekc hairwithoutthe userand batieriesissill between and 100lbs Use proper lifting tec hniques liftwith yourlegs to avoid injury Extreme caution isadvised when itisnec essary to move an UNOCCUPIED powerwheekc har Invac are recommendsusing two 2 assstantsand mak ing thorough preparations Make sure to use ONLY secure non detachable parts forhand hold sup poris Keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury overall performance of the wheelchair WILL be affected by the wheel mounting pos tion Refer to REPOSITONING MOTORS WHEELCHAIRS in this procedure of the manual BEFORE operating the wheelchair UNFOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR 1 Push down on the seat rails until the seat rails are positioned in the seat guides 2 Assemble the wheelchair Refer to FIGURE 1 FOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR 1 Remove the batteries and footrests legrests from the wheelchair Refer to FIGURE 1 2 Lift the battery tray UP and out of the way Refer to FIGURE 1 3 Lift up on the seat rails of the wheelchair Install the footrests legrests Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING FOOT RESTS or INSTALLING ELEVAT ING LEGRESTS in PROCEDURE ides 3of the owner s manual part num ber 1080722 Seat Rails Seat UD Gu Position the battery tray for use Re ferto BATTERY TRAY in this pro cedure of the
36. washer and washer that secure the existing front wheel to the wheel hub 3 Usea wheel puller to remove the existing front wheel from the motor drive shaft NOTE If drive wheels or casters are pneumatic under inflation causes excessive wear which results in poor per INSTALLING NOTE The keystock in the wheel hub MUST lineup with the cutout in the gearbox drive shaft 1 Install new existing front wheel onto the motor drive shaft Make sure the chamfered angled in side of the wheel hub is pointing away from the wheelchair Install washer onto motor drive shaft Install the NEW locking tab washer onto the motor drive shaft Make sure the locking tab is in line with the keyway of the front wheel Apply Loctite 242 to the hex screw Install the hex screw Use a torque wrench only and torque to 90 inch pounds Locking Tab Washer Hex Screw Apply Loctite 242 and use a Torque Wrench only to Torque to 90 inch pounds TIGHTEN Hex Screw if Locking Tab is not Parallel with Flat on Head STEP 9 Locking Tab Parallel p on with Flat on Head of or Hex ocrew Hex Screw STEP 9 Locking Tab Bend Tab up tight against Flat on Y Head of Hex Screw STEP 10 FIGURE 1 REMOVING INSIALLING 12 INCH DRIVE WHEELS 29 ormmrz PROCEDURE 9 6 Examinethe head ofthe hex screw andthe locking tab washer Make sure one 1 of the tabs on the locking tab washer is parallel with one 1 of the flat
37. 1 Remove the existing seat upholstery from the wheel chair Referto REPLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 5 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 NOTE If adjusting seat depth of the wheelchair the seat upholstery MUST be changed as well 2 Remove the two 2 plug buttons from the ends of the crossbraces that are towards front of wheelchair NOTE The two 2 plug buttons will be used in the ends of the seat extensions 3 Installthetwo 2 seat extension tubes into the ends on the crossbraces Line up the second mounting hole from the rear of the seat extension tube with the front mounting hole in the crossbrace 4 Install the new seat upholstery onto the wheelchair Referto REPLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY in PRO CEDURE 5 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 Phillips 1 Screws Washer Plug Button Seat Extension Tube FIG URE 1 ADJ USING SEAT DEPTH 21 PROCEDURE 6 NOTE Make sure to line up the mounting holes in the seat extension tubes with the new seat upholstery 5 Install plug buttons into ends of the seat extension tubes ADJ USTING BACK HEIGHT FIGURE 2 1 Remove the two 2 hex bolts washers and locknuts that secure the top half of the back cane to the bottom half of the back cane 2 Reposition the back cane to one 1 of five 5 pairs of height adjustment holes HOLE PAIR 123 4 5 16 17 18 19 20 Holes numbered from bottom to top for referenc
38. 18 in 22 in A Opt Headrest N A N A N A 28 in T Opt Backrest Ext N A 23 in N A N A Back Angle Range 90 to 105 in 5 increments 552 1149 982 35 170 Seat to Floor 18 1 2 in 22 in 19 1 2 in 22 Overall Width joystick 24 5 8 in 24 3 4 in 24 3 4 in 24 3 4 in S Overall Height 34 3 8 in 16 in Back Height 35 in 35 in 39 in 2 5 Weig ht x R2 sc R20 series 2 STANDARD R2 asic R2 series STANDARD W O Batteries 90 to 100 lbs 105 to 115 Ibs 122 to 127 lbs 138 to 142 Ibs W Batteries Gel Cell 170 to 180 lbs 185 to 195 lbs 203 to 207 Ibs 21810222165 Shipping 105 to 115 Ibs 120 to 130 Ibs 153 to 157 Ibs 168 to 172 Ibs Armrests Removable Flip Back Fixed or Adjustable Flip Back Adjustable Height Full Length Std Height Desk and Full Length Vinyl or Cloth with Vinyl R2 seres Gray fabric Upholstery Black Nylon trimmed w gray Vinyl INTEGRATED SLING SEAT AND CAPTAIN S SEAT DRIVE WHEEL POSITION Overall Length REAR POSITION MIDDLE POSITION FORWARD POSITION With 8 in rear casters and 93 front riggings With 8 in rear casters and no front riggings 47 1 4 inches 48 1 4 inches 49 1 4 inches 40 1 2 inches 40 1 2 inches NA NOTE Referto PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION in PROCEDURE 1 of this manual 12 1 2 x 2 1 4 in Std 14 in x 3 in Opt Flat Free or Pneumatic Casters w Precision Sealed Bearings g x 1 3 4 in Semi Pneumatic Std
39. 56 in lbs B WHEELCHAIR NOT EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD Reinstall the front hex screw that secures the battery tray hanger bracket to the wheelchair frame Use Loctite 242 and torque to 156 in lbs 20 Reconnect the right and left motor connector to the controller 5 6 FWD WHEELCHAIRS Rotate battery tray hanger bracket up Left side of wheelchair only Remove the front dust cover from the end of the crossbrace NOTE left is determined by sitting in the wheelchair 7 Note the mounting position of the motor gearbox on the wheelchair frame for installation of new motor gearbox Remove the six 6 socket screws that secure the existing motor gearbox to the wheelchair frame Position the new motor gearbox on the wheelchair frame at the position noted in STEP 6 as shown in FIGURE 23 21 FOR R2 ONLY A Position the right hand motor controller con nection and the left hand motor controller con nection side by side on the wire connector The longer socket screws must be positioned in the mounting holesonthe OUSIDE ofthe wheel chairframe and shortsocketsc rews mustbe inthe mounting holesonthe INSIDEofthe wheel chairframe Otherwise damage to the gearbox support B Position the battery wiring harness controller connection on top of the right left hand mo tor controller connections NOTE When securing the above connections to wire connector support make sure to wrap tie wra
40. 8 or 20 5 Remove the dust covers from the bottom of the cross braces NOTE Note position of the tie wraps that secure the wir ing harness to the crossbraces 37 PROCEDURE 11 6 Cut the tie wraps that secure the wiring harness to the crossbrace 7 Remove the hex bolts washers and locknuts that se cure the bottom of the two 2 crossbraces to the wheelchair frame 8 Remove the hex bolt coved spacers washers and locknut that secure the two 2 existing crossbraces together NOTE Note coved spacer washer and locknut order for reinstallation 9 Remove the four 4 pivot tube plug pins from the bot tom of the two 2 existing crossbraces 10 Install the four 4 pivot tube plug pins into the bottom of the two 2 new crossbraces 11 Assemble the two 2 new crossbraces together Re fer to DETAIL A in FIGURE 1 for hardware orienta tion NOTE FWD wheelchairs only There are right and left crossbraces Refer to DETAIL in FIGURE 1 12 Reinstall the hex bolts washers and locknuts that se cure the bottom of the two 2 new crossbraces to the wheelchair frame and tighten securely 13 Reinstall the hex bolts and locknuts that secure the new existing pivot links to the wheelchair frame and crossbraces and tighten NOTE Seat widths are stamped on the pivot links 14 Secure wiring hamess to the new crossbraces with new tie wraps 15 Reinstall the bla
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42. DISCONNECTING While holding the body of the limit switch phono plug lift up gently NOTE When the limit switch is unplugged the wheel chair will NOT operate CONNECTING Plug limit switch plug into the limit switch phono jack Limit Switch Phono Plug Body Limit Switch Phono Jack S FIGURE 1 DISCONNECTING CONNECTING LIMIT SWITCH PROCEDURE 8 ADJ USTING LIMIT SWITCH FIGURE 2 NOTE The following procedure is for High Back Captain s seat model wheelchairs only NEVER operate the wheelchair while in any recline position over 114 RELATIVE TO THE SEAT FRAME If the limit switch does not stop the wheelchair from operating in a recline position greater than 114 RELATIVE TO THE SEAT FRAME DO NOT op erate the wheelchair Adjust the limit switch or have the wheelchair serviced by a dealer or qualified technician oth erwise injury or damage may occur 1 Place the wheelchair on a level surface 2 Recline the captain s seat back to a 24 to achieve the 114 angle relative to the seat frame Refer to AD JUSTING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PROCEDURE 5 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 NOTE The captain s seat frame is at a 5 angle relative to the ground When the back angle is adjusted to 114 relative to the seat it will measure 61 relative to the ground NOTE To determine 114 back angle relative to the seat frame place a magnetic protractor a
43. EAD and CAREFULLY follow the individual in structions for each charger supplied or purchased NOTE If charging instructions are not supplied consult a qualified service technician for proper procedures FWD WHEELCHAIRS PROCEDURE 13 Required Items Recommended Battery Types TOOL QUANTITY COMMENTS WARNING Battery Charger 1 Supplied Only deep cycle sealed case construction Extension Cord 1 Not Supplied batieries should be used in this device D 3 prong plug 15 ampere current rating industrial type CAUTION Failure to use the correctbatiery size and orvolt W 1 Attach the battery charger connector to the charger ff age may cause damage to your wheelchair H cable battery hamess and give you unsatisfactory performance E 2 Plug the charger s AC power cord or extension into 3 Wait until is complete nd Deep Cycle NOTE Allow eight 8 hours for normal charging Larger 4618 20 Deep Cycle H batteries greater than 55 ampere hours or severely dis charged batteries may require up to sixteen 16 hours 4 Remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair Re to be properly charged and equalized If the charger ferto REMOVING INSTALLING BATTERY BOXES i erates for sixteen 16 hours and is unable to fully charge in this procedure of the manual the batteries an internal timer tums the charger off and Vos S begins to fast blink the green light 2 Remove existing b
44. EATS in PROCEDURE 12 of this manual B CAPTAIN S SEAT MODELS Reinstall the Captain s Seat onto the wheelchair Refer to RE MOVING INSTALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PRO CEDURE 5 of this manual PROCEDURE 10 SHROUDS WEIGHT SHIFT TILT MODELS Proceed to 8 Reinstall the front shroud onto the wheelchair Refer STEP 7 to REMOVING INSTALLING FRONT SHROUD in this 7 Reinstall the rear shroud and rear storage compart procedure of the manual ment if equipped onto the wheelchair Refer to RE MOVING INSTALLING REAR SHROUD AND REAR STORAGE COMPARTMENT in this procedure of the manual WHEELCHAIRS NOT EQUIPPED WITH WEIGHT SHIFT BASIC TILT Rear Shroud ger Y1 6 Side Shroud Phillips Screws Rear Storage Compartment E Washers Wheelchair Frame Side Shroud Em 1 4 Turn Bolts Front Shroud Side Shroud Washers Wheelchair Phillips Screws Frame Side Shroud T d 1 4 Turn Bolts Phillips Bolts RT Ea Front Shroud FIGURE 1 REMOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS MWD WHEELCHAIRS 34 SHROUDS FWD Wheelchairs FIGURE 2 REMOVING FRONT SHROUD 1 the retaining strap securing the front shroud and battery box to the wheelchair Feed the retaining strap through the front shroud Remove the front shroud from the wheelchair INSTALLING FRONT SHROUD 1 Feed the retaining strap through the front shroud as shown in FIGURE 2 2 Position the bottom of the front shroud between
45. EDURE 5 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 HIGH BACK CAPTAIN S SEATS ONLY Connect the limit switch Refer to DISCONNECTING CON NECTING LIMIT SWITCH in PROCEDURE 8 of this manual Install the electronics Refer to REPOSITIONING MKIV JOY STICK in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual Install the battery tray and batteries Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY TRAY and INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 14 FOLDING 1 HIGHBACK CAPTAIN S SEATS ONLY Disconnect the limit switch Refer to DISCONNECTING CON NECTING LIMIT SWITCH in PROCEDURE 8 of this manual Remove captain s seat Refer to REMOVING IN STALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PROCEDURE 5 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 Remove the shrouds Refer to REMOVING INSTALL ING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual Remove the batteries battery tray and footrests legrests from the wheelchair Refer to FIGURE 2 Lift up on push brackets located on the crossbraces M W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 Adjust the stabilizers Refer to ADJUSTING STABILIZ ERS in this procedure of the manual Install the footrests legrests Refer to IN STALLING REMOVING FOOTRESTS or INSTALLING REMOVING ELEVATING LEGRESTS in PROCEDURE 3 of the owners manual part number 1080722 FIG URE 2 ASSEMBLING RANGERII MWD CAPTAIN S SEATS 65 M W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 PROCEDURE 14 WHEN
46. LEFT will start to Flash ON and OFF to indicate that the end user should charge the batteries as soon as possi ble Battery Discharge Indicator BDI Battery Gauge Display MKIV X A NOTE MKIV X Shown 7 MKIV OYSTICK FIGURE 5 WHEN TO CHARGE BATIERIES MWD WHEELCHAIRS CHARGING BATTERIES FIGURE 6 Neveratiemptip recharge the batieriesby attach ing cables directly to the batiery terminals or clamps Always use the recharging plug located on sde rearofthe wheel hairfiame DO NOT attempt recharge the batteries and operate the power wheelchair atthe same time During use and charging unsealed batteries wil vent hydiogen gas which is explosive in the right concentration wih air CAUTION Alwayscharge newbatieriesfully BEFORE initial use orbatiery life wil be reduced NOTE As a general rule batteries should be recharged daily to assure the longest possible life and minimize the required charging time Plan to recharge the batteries when it is anticipated the wheelchair will not be used for a long period of time The range per battery charge using recommended batter ies should be approximately 5 to 9 hours of typical opera tion Extensive use on inclines may substantially reduce per charge mileage Description and Use of Battery Chargers The charger automatically reduces the charge from an ini tially high rate to a zero reading at a fully charged condi
47. LY by qualified technicians Factory setting of the controller MUST be used for daily activities Reprogramming the contoller to reflect aggressive settings i e increased acceleration tuming braking etc could cause the wheelchair to tip over resulting in serious injury to the user and or dam age to the sumounding property r Ixmzmo REPAIR OR SERVICE INFORMATION Set up of the Electronic Control Unit is to be performed ONLY by qualified technicians The final tuning adjustments of the controller may affect other activities of the wheelchair Damage to the equipment could occur under these circumstances If any individual other than a qualified technician performs any work on these units the warranty is void OPERATING INFORMATION G U L 5 GENERAL WARNINGS Performance adjustments should only be made by professionals of the healthcare field or persons fully conversant with this process and the drivers capabilities Incorrect settings could cause injury to the driver bystanders damage to the chair and to sunounding property After the wheelchair has been set up check to make sure that the wheelchair performs to the specifications entered during the set up procedure If the wheelchair does NOT per form to specifications tum the wheelchair OFF immediately and reenter set up specifica tions Repeat this procedure until the wheelchair performs to specifications DO NOT use parts accessories or adapters o
48. M BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 3 Clean the new battery terminals Install the new batteries into the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERIES TO FROM BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual Cleaning Battery Terminals DO NOTallow the liquid in the battery to come in contactwith kin clothes orother possessions form ofacid and ham ul ordamaging bums may result Should the liquid touch yourskin wash the area immediately and thoroughly wih cool water In riouscasesorifeye contactis made seek medical atiention IMMEDIATHY NEVERsmoke orstrike a match nearbatieries ifthe capsofthe battery cells are removed NEVER look directly into them while charging batteries 1 If applicable verify that the plastic caps are place over the battery cell holes 2 Cut the tie wraps around the terminal caps covers 3 Slide the terminal cap cover up the wire to expose the battery terminal 4 Examine battery clamps and terminals for corrosion 5 Clean terminals and inside the battery clamps by using a battery cleaning tool wire brush or medium grade sand paper NOTE When done these areas should be shiny not dull 6 Carefully dust off all metal particles 7 Slide the terminal cap cover back down the wire to cover the battery terminal Secure the terminal cover using NEW tie wraps MWD WHEELCHAIRS INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES FIGURE 7 Installing NOTE
49. NG BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of manual 18 If necessary install the front and rear shrouds Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PRO CEDURE 10 of this manual STEPS 7 14 DETAIL A Phono Jack Nut Limit Switch Bracket lt gt Phono Jack EN o A To Controller STEPS 3 15 Tie Wraps STEPS 8 16 FIGURE 10 REPLACING WIRING HARNESS MWD WHEELCHAIRS PROCEDURE 14 STABILIZERS STABILIZER IDENTIFICATION FIGURE 11 NOTE Depending on the date of manufacture the wheelchair will have one 1 of the following types of stabilizer assemblies Refer to the chart below to determine the correct stabilizer assembly A Wheelchairs built before 7 1 1999 B Whelchairs built between 7 1 1999 and 3 1 2000 Whelchairs built after 3 1 2000 FIGURE 11 SMABILIZERIDENTIRC ATION AD USTING SPRINGS FOR TYPE STABILIZER ASSEMBLY FIGURE 12 NOTE Refer to STABILIZER INDENTIFICATION above to determine correct stabilizer assembly Injury or damage can occur if the height of the sabi zer springs does not correspond to the ap proximate weight of the user If the height of the Slabiizer springs does not correspond to the ap proximate weight of the user the wheelchair wil feel less stable and possibly cause the footests legrests to diag the ground Ifadjusting a new cylinderspring itMUSTb
50. NOT equipped with weight shift basic tilt only 1 Lift up on rear shroud and remove from wheelchair 2 Turn the two 2 1 4 tum bolts that secure the rear stor age compartment to the wheelchair frame COUNTER CLOCKWISE 3 Remove rear storage compartment from wheelchair INSTALLING REAR SHROUD AND REAR P ORAGE COMPARTMENT Position the two 2 1 4 tum bolts with the two 2 mount ing holes in the wheelchair frame 2 Install rear storage compartment onto chair frame 3 Turn two 2 1 4 turn bolts that secure the rear storage compartment to the wheelchair frame CLOCKWISE 4 Position rear shroud on the two 2 side shrouds and slide towards the front of the wheelchair until it stops 5 Press down on the rear shroud until the two 2 clips secure the rear shroud to the two 2 side shrouds REMOVING SIDE SHROUDS 1 Removethefront shroudfrom the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING FRONT SHROUD in this procedure of the manual 33 PROCEDURE 10 2 Remove rear shroud and rear storage compartment if equipped from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR SHROUD AND REAR STORAGE COMPARTMENT in this procedure of the manual 3 Perform one 1 of the following A INTEGRATED SLING SEAT MODELS Fold the wheelchair Referto TRANSPORTING RANGER ILMWD INTEGRATED SLING SEATS in PRO CEDURE 12 of this manual B CAPTAIN S SEAT MODELS Remove the Captain s Seat from the wheelchair Refer to RE MOVING I
51. NSTALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PRO CEDURE 5 of this manual C WEIGHT SHIFT BASIC TILT MODELS Pro ceed to STEP 4 4 Remove the phillips screws and washers that secure side shroud to wheelchair frame Refer to FIGURE 1 for phillips screw and washer locations 5 Remove the phillips bolt and locknut that secure the side shroud to the wheelchair frame Refer to FIGURE 1 for phillips bolt and locknut location 6 Repeat STEPS 4 5 for the opposite side of the wheel chair if necessary INSTALLING SIDE SHROUDS 1 Position the side shroud on the wheelchair frame 2 Line up the mounting holes in the side shroud with the mounting holes in the wheelchair frame DO NOT overtighten the phillips screws and phillips bolt that secure the side shroud to the wheelchair frame otherwise damage to the side shroud can occur 3 Install the phillips bolt and locknut that secure the side shroud to the wheelchair frame and tighten securely DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN Refer to FIGURE 1 for phillips bolt and locknut location 4 Install the phillips screws and washers that secure the side shroud to the wheelchair frame and tighten se curely DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN Refer to FIGURE 1 for phillips screw and washer locations 5 Repeat STEPS 1 4 for the opposite side of the wheel chair if necessary 6 Perform one 1 of the following INTEGRATED SLING SEAT MODELS Unfold the wheelchair Refer to TRANSPORTING RANGER II MWD INTEGRATED SLING S
52. Phillips Screw X Seat Positioning po Strap Tie Wrap Mounting Holes Washer P Seat Frame Pack Cane sess c LE Assembly Washers Locknuts Hex Bolts 5 we Apply Loctite 242 and torque Hex Bolt to 75 inch pounds ran FIGURE 1 REPLACING SEAT POSITIONING STRAP CAPTAIN S SEATS FIGURE 2 REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY 19 AOP PU u mo PROCEDURE 5 Slide the loose top half of the back cane through the new back upholstery Usingthe mounted back cane as a guide reinstall the two 2 hex bolts that secure the top half of the back cane to the bottom half of the back cane NOTE Make sure the back canes are mounted to the same height SEAT BACK REPLACING CAPTAIN S SEAT FIGURE 3 1 Remove the Captain s seat from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PRO CEDURE 5 of the owners manual part number 1080722 2 Remove the four 4 hex screws and washers that secure the existing captain s seat to the seat frame The top and bottom half of the back canes MUST be tightened securely together BE FORE using the wheelchair otherwise in jury or damage may occur Use Loctite 242 on the hex bolts and torque to 75 inch assembly Line up mounting holes in the new captain s seat with mounting holes in the seat frame assembly Apply Loctite 242 to the hex screws pounds 10 11 12 13 14 Use Loctite 242 on the hex bolts and torque into the back canes to
53. RANGER Il FWD in this procedure of the manual Perform one 1 of the following FOR R2 and R2 BASIC STANDARD Make sure pinsof battery tay are secure in the mounting sots of the hanger bracket otherwise injury ordamage may result Rotate the pin side of the battery tray DOWN against the mounting slots on the hanger bracket B FORR2 Rotate the notched side of the battery tray and DOWN against the battery tray stop Install the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING RE MOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual If necessary install the front shroud Refer to REMOV ING INSTALLING SHROUDS FWD WHEEL CHAIRS in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual F W D W H E E L H A R 5 PROCEDURE 13 FWD WHEELCHAIRS Mounting Battery Tray Slots Battery Tray 0omJ3J rormmirzzoczum Battery Bracket Pana Tray Stop Notch M y Battery Tray N m Pivot Aen Battery Tray FIGURE 9 BATTERY TRAY FOLDING BATIERY TRAY FIGURE 10 BATIERY TRAY UNFOLDING BATIERY FOR TRANSPORT TRAY FOR USE 52 FWD WHEELCHAIRS Changing Width of Battery Tray FIGURE 11 AND R2 BASIC STANDARD NOTE This procedure applies to R2 only NOTE This procedure is only necessary when changing the width of the wheelchair 1 Fold the battery tray Refer to FOLDING BATTERY TRAY FOR TRANSPORT in this procedure of the manual 2 Removethe hex bolt and locknut that
54. RMINAL AS SHOWN BATTERY CABLE S RING TERMINAL S TO THIS SIDE OF BATTERY TERMINAL S POST S BATIERIES DUAL GROUP 22 NF BATIERIES Gray NEGATIVE RED POSITIVE POSITIVE Battery Battery jud VE Battery Battery Battery Terminal Terminal Battery Terminal Terminal Cap Post Terminal Post Cap Wra 1 Orange Battery F Group 22 NF BLACK BatteryTerminal Terminal Cap Battery Cap FIGURE 3 CONNECTING BATIERY CABLES DIRECTMOUNTMETHOD 43 1 1 gt 0 PROCEDURE 12 BATTERY CLAMP METHOD FIGURES 4 5 AND 6 The battery clamp of the POSITIVE battery terminal post MUST be mounted in the posi tion shown in HGURE 5 otherwise the battery box top cannot be installed propery Perform one 1 of the following A If the battery clamp of the POSITIVE battery terminal post is NOT mounted in the orientation shown in FIGURE 5 perform the following Loosen the hex nut that secures the battery damptothe POSITIVE battery terminal post When tightening the clamps always use a box wrench Pliers will round off the nuts NEVER wiggle the battery terminal s post s when tightening The battery may become damaged Remove the battery clamp from the POSI TIVE battery terminal post Reposition the battery clamp on the POSI TIVE battery terminal post as shown in FIGURE 4 Securely tighten the hex nut that secures the
55. Removethe three 3 hex bolts spacers and locknuts that secure joystick mounting bracket to armrest plate 4 Remove the phillips screw that secures the front of the armrest pad to the armrest plate 5 Remove the phillips screw that secures the rear of the armrest pad and armrest insert to the armrest plate 6 Remove the armrest pad from the armrest plate 7 Remove the lug bolt washers and locknut that secure the existing armrest plate to the seat frame assembly 8 Repeat STEPS 4 7 for opposite side of wheelchair 9 Position armrest plate with joystick mounting holes on desired side of seat frame assembly and secure with lug bolt washers and locknut Refer to FIGURE 1 10 Position armrest plate without joystick mounting holes on opposite side of seat frame assembly and secure with lug bolt washers and locknut Refer to FIGURE 1 Lug Bolt STEPS 7 9 Armrest Plate Armrest Insert Phillips Screw STEPS 5 13 Armrest Pad A gt Locknuts Locknuts ae STEPS 7 9 1 cm Washers 2 STEPS 7 9 7 Hex Bolts eo STEPS 3 16 Phillips Screw STEPS 4 14 L Adjustment Lock d Washers STEPS 7 9 7 Seat Frame Assembly FIGURE 1 REPOSITIONING MKIV JOYSTICK CAPTIN S SEATS ELECTRONICS 11 Position the armrest pad on the armrest plate 12 Line up the mounting holes in the armrest insert arm rest plate and armrest pad 13 Reinstall rea
56. STEPS A D if necessary F Tighten the jamnut on the stabilizer cylinder Locknut Jam Nut i t Adjustment Nu Stabilizer Plates Stabilizer Cylinder BOTTOM m Hex Bolt Bottom of Stabilizer Cylinder FIG URE 14 ADJ USIING STABILIZER ASSEMBLY FOR USER PREFERENCE MWD WHEELCHAIRS Adjusting Type C Stabilizer Assembly for User Preference FIGURE 15 NOTE Refer to STABILIZER INDENTIFICATION in the beginning of this section to determine correct sta bilizer assembly 1 Rotating the locknut that is located on top of the lower spring provides one 1 of the following A Rotating the locknut CLOCKWISE provides more resistance of the stabilizer when stopping and increases stability B Rotating the locknut COUNTER CLOCKWISE provides less resistance of the stabilizer when stopping and improves obstacle climbing ability P Stabilizer Locknut u Lower Spring FIG URE 15 ADJ USTING TYPE C STABILIZER ASSEMBLY FOR USER PREFERENCE REPLACING STABILIZER CYLINDERS Replacing Stabilizer Cylinders for Type A and Type B Stabilizer Assemblies FIGURE 16 NOTE Refer to STABILIZER INDENTIFICATION the beginning of this section to determine correct sta bilizer assembly 1 If necessary remove the front shroud Refer to RE MOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 2 Remove the top hex
57. See Note 1 2 inch 6 pt Box Wrench 1 Not Supplied 7 16 inch 6pt Box Wrench 1 Not Supplied 3 8 inch 6pt Box Wrench 1 Not Supplied Diagonal Cutters 1 Not Supplied The Battery Lifting strap supplied is for Group 22 Batteries ONLY Refer to the battery manufacturer for the proper lifting strap and or battery tools for U1 battery removal installation use a battery lifting srap when lifting a battery It is the most convenient method and assures that the battery acid will not spill It also helps to prolong the life of the batiery DO NOT tip the batteries Keep the batteries in an upright position NOTE If there is battery acid in the bottom or on the sides of the battery box es or battery ies apply baking soda to these areas to neutralize the battery acid Be fore reinstalling the NEW or existing battery ies clean the baking soda from the battery box es or battery ies 41 PROCEDURE 12 NOTE When securing battery lifting strap to battery observe polarity markings located on the ends of the battery lifting strap side to POSITIVE battery terminal post and side to NEGATIVE battery ter minal post 1 If necessary remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair Referto INSTALLING REMOVING BAT TERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 13 FWD or PRO CEDURE 14 MWD of this manual 2 Secure the battery lifting strap to battery terminal s post s FIGURE 1 Some batiery manuf
58. T POSITIONING STRAPS Invacare recommends that wheelchair users NOT be transported in vehicles of any kind while in wheelchairs As of this date the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down systems for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair in a moving vehicle of any type It is Invacare s position that users of wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate sealing in vehicles for transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto industry Invacare cannot and does not recommend any wheelchair trans portation systems AS REGARDS RESTRAINTS SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS IT IS THE OBLIGATION OF THE DME DEALER THERAPISTS AND OTHER HEALTHC ARE PROFESSIONALS TO DETERMINE IF A SEATING POSITIONING STRAP IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY THE USER SERIOUS INJ URY MAY OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM A WHEELCHAIR SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS The procedures in this manual refer to the following models RANGER MWD models RANGER BASIC RANGER STANDARD RANGER II 250 RANGER II FWD models RANGER RANGER ll RANGER II coos RANGER II with Weight Shift Basic Tilt SPECIAL NOTES sees 2 PROCEDURE 10 8 33 SPECIFICATIONS essent REMOVNGINSTALLING SHROUDS 33 PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES 7 PROCEDURE
59. TALL ING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual F W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 PROCEDURE 13 FWD WHEELCHAIRS Battery Wiring Harness F MKIV Controller H E E L H Right Hand Motor and A Controller Connection 5 Left Hand Motor and M Controller Connection iP and Controller Connection BLUE Wire Connector Support Slo Phillips Screws Wiring Rear Battery Harness To Controller Connector oo hd 42 amp X NS Phillips Bolts Phillips Screws Front Battery Connector Charger Cable Mounting Bracket Locknuts FIGURE 19 REPLACING WIRING HARNESS 14 INCH WDE MODELS 58 FWD WHEELCHAIRS PROCEDURE 13 REPOSITIONING MOTORS FIGURE USERS WEIGHT 201 TO 250 LBS MOTOR MOUNTING POSITIONS 20 F The overall performance ofthe wheelchair WILL N A N A N A D be affected by the front wheel mounting pos MIDDLE MIDDLE MIDDLE W tion The following charts show the mounting po MIDDE MODE MIDDE H sition ofthe motors foreach seatwidth and depth MIDDLE vee disi alo E depending one acibty Seng oruser sweight USERS WEIGHT 251 TO 300 LBS E If the mounting position that conesponds to the AAD MOTORS WIH MOTOR LOCKS L user s weight is different than the factory setting MOTOR MOUNTING POSITIONS the motors MUST BE repositioned to maintain proper stability and contollability BEFORE using H the wheelchair Ot
60. TION MIDDLE MOOR p FIGURE 20 REPOSTIONING MOTORS FWD WHEELCHAIRS 8 Use Loctite 242 and tighten the motor to the wheel chair frame securely with the six 6 socket screws Torque to 60 inch pounds 9 Repeat STEPS 2 8 for the opposite side of the wheel chair if necessary 10 Line up the mounting hole in the battery tray hanger bracket with the mounting hole in the wheelchair frame 11 Left side of wheelchair only Reinstall the front dust cover onto the end of the crossbrace 12 Perform one 1 of the following A WHEELCHAIR EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP RE MOVABLE FOOTBOARD Reinstall the hex screws and spacers that secure the battery tray hanger bracket and footboard mounting bracket to the wheelchair frame Use Loctite 242 and torque to 156 in bs B WHEELCHAIR NOT EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD Reinstall the front hex screw that secures the battery tray hanger bracket to the wheelchair frame Use Loctite 242 and torque to 156 in lbs 13 Reinstall the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING RE MOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual REPLACING CLUTCH HANDLES R2 sc AND R2 FIGURE 21 BASIC 1 Remove the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 2 Remove the tip from the existing clutch handle 3 Remove the pin that secures the existing clutch handle to the motor gearbox 4 Disconnect the existing clutch hand
61. TOP VIEW Group 22NF Battery Fuse Box Positive RED Battery Cable Hex Screw ES 5 Mounting Plate Battery Clamp EXPLODED Negative BLACK VIEW Battery Cable d POSITIVE Battery Terminal Post Group 22NF Batter ILU E x 4 ri NEGATIVE Battery Terminal Post NOTE Battery clamps exploded away for clarification purposes only RED Battery Clamp Cover POSITIVE Battery Terminal Post NEGATIVE Battery Terminal Post Tie Wrap Group 22NF Battery BLACK Battery Clamp Cover FIGURE 6 CONNECTING BATIERY CABLES BATIERY CLAMPMEIHOD 45 F W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 PROCEDURE 13 FWD WHEELCHAIRS This Procedure Includes the Following Assembling Ranger Il FWD When to Charge Batteries Charging Batteries Replacing Batteries Installing Removing Battery Boxes Battery Tray Replacing Wiring Harness Repositioning Motors Replacing Clutch Handles 2 Replacing Motor Gearbox R2 Replacing Motor Gearbox R2 STANDARD After ANY adjustments repairorservice and BE FORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury ordamage may result Install the electronics Refer to PREPARING MKIV JOYSTICK FOR USE in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual Determine the proper motor mounting position Refer to RE POSITIONING MOTORS FWD WHEELCHAIRS ONLY in this procedure of
62. Use tie wraps 11 1 2 inches long FIGURE 3 NOTE It will be necessary to trim excess tie wrap in order to install the battery box top s 7 8 Install the battery box top s Install the battery box es into the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOX ES in the PROCEDURE 13 FWD MODELS or PROCE DURE 14 MWD MODELS of this manual tery cable NOTE New Battery ies MUST be fully charged BE FORE using otherwise the life of the battery ies will be INSTALLING BATIERY TERMINALCAPS reduced 9 If necessary charge the battery ies Refer to CHARGING BATTERIES in the PROCEDURE 13 FWD MODELS or PROCEDURE 14 MWD MOD ELS of this manual Battery Cable Battery Terminal Cap NOTE Only one 1 battery cable and terminal cap shown for clarity Both caps install in the same manner FIGURE 2 CONNECTING BATIERY CABLES DIRECT MOUNT METHOD 42 BATTERIES PROCEDURE 12 DETAIL A DUALU1 BATIERIES DUAL GROUP 22 NF BATIERIES POSITIVE Battery Terminal Post 1 4 20 x 7 8 Inch Hex Flange Screw 1 4 20 x 7 8 Inch Negative Hex Flange Screw Battery Terminal POSITIVE Red Post Battery Cable 1 4 20 1 4 20 Hex Flange Flange Locknut U1 Battery Qm 3m 5Uu Positive Battery Gr NEGATIVE Terminal Post s ras able NEGATIVE Battery Terminal Post CONNECT BATTERY CABLE TO BATTERY CONNECT ow TE
63. acer that secures the existing left battery tray hanger bracket and footboard mount ing bracket to the wheelchair frame BASIC STANDARD FWD WHEELCHAIRS B WHEELCHAIR NOT EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD Remove the front hex screw that secures the existing left battery tray bracket to the wheelchair frame 4 Remove the locknut that secures existing left battery tray hanger bracket and MKIV controller from the wheelchair 5 Remove the existing left battery tray hanger bracket from the wheelchair 6 Line up the mounting holes in the new battery tray hanger bracket with the front mounting hole and rear stud on the wheelchair frame 7 Perform one 1 of the following A WHEELCHAIR EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP RE MOVABLE FOOTBOARD Reinstall the hex screw and spacer that secures the new left bat tery tray hanger bracket and footboard mounting bracket to the wheelchair frame Use Loctite 242 and torque to 156 in lbs B WHEELCHAIR NOT EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD Reinstall the front hex screw that secures the new left battery tray hanger bracket to the wheelchair frame Use Loctite 242 and torque to 156 in lbs 8 Reinstall locknut Use Loctite 242 and torque to 156 in bs 9 Torque the rear locknut that secures MKIV controller to the wheelchair to 156 in lbs Wheelchair Battery Tray Hanger Bracket Frame i m MKIV AY Controller Footboard lt lt NR Mounting Rear Lo
64. acturersmoki a canying and or hold down flanges directly into the bat tery case Batteries which interfere with the bat tery box cannot be used forthese applications Attempting to wedge a battery into a battery box may damage the box and or the battery 3 Place batteries into battery box bottom Battery Lifting Strap Molded Carrying Strap Or Hold Down Flanges Group 22 ONLY Battery Terminal s Post s U1 Battery Box BL 22 NF Battery b L FIGURE 1 INSIALLING REMOVING BATIERIESINTO FROM BATIERY BOXES B A T E R 5 Qo m 3m 2u PROCEDURE 12 CONNECTING BATTERY CABLES NEVER allow any of your tools and or batiery cable s to contactBO Hbatery emminaks post s at the same time An electical short may occur and seriouspersonal injury ordamage may occur The use ofrubberglovesand safety glassesisrec ommended when working with batteries DUAL U1 BATTERIES A ORANGE battery terminal cap onto RED bat tery cable B GRAY battery terminal cap onto BLACK battery cable DUAL GROUP 22 NF BATTERIES A REDbattery terminal cap onto RED battery cable B BLACK battery terminal cap onto BLACK bat BATTERIES When connecting the battery cables to the battery ies the battery cable s MUSTbe con nected to the battery terminal s post s as shown in DETAIL A or DETAIL B of HGURE 3 depending on battery type otherwise dam age t
65. ame oe M W D H E E L H A R 5 SHORT Socket Screws Apply Loctite 242 and STEP 8 torque to 60 inch pounds STEPS 11 13 Clutch Handle STEP 9 a Tie Wrap STEPS 3 20 S N A Tray N Mounting Bracket Gearbox DEMIL B Pin STEP 14 Motor Gearbox c STEP 14 7 Detent Ball Clutch Handle STEP 14 FIG URE 22 REPLACING MOTOR GEARBOX RANGER II MWD BASIC PROCEDURE 14 MWD WHEELCHAIRS NOTE Make sure the detent ball on the pin is fully visible 16 Repeat STEPS 3 15 for the opposite side of the wheel 10 Position the new motor gearbox and existing battery tray mounting bracket on the wheelchair frame at the ing motor gearbox and battery tray mounting bracket to the wheelchair frame 80 M chair if necessary position noted in STEP 8 as shown in FIGURE 19 W 17 Reinstall the drive wheels onto the wheelchair Refer ME DRIVE WHEELS Ielongersoctetszenemaste podtorecin te W j mounting holes on the OUISIDE of the wheelchair H 18 Reinstall the hex bolt washers locknuts and covers frame and the short socket screws must be in the that secure the bottom of the crossbrace to the wheel mounting holes on the INSIDE of the wheelchair E chair frame frame Otherwise damage 0 the gearbox casting L 19 Reconnect the right and or left motor connector tothe
66. aplug washer that secure the footboard mounting bracket and bushing to the wheelchair 3 RepeatSTEPS 1 2 forthe opposite footboard mount ing bracket 4 Move the footboard mounting brackets to one 1 of three 3 positions NOTE To ensure the existing hex screws tighten securely apply Loctite 242 onto the threads 5 Reinstall the two 2 hex screws and caplug washers through the two 2 footboard mounting brackets and bushings and into the wheelchair Torque the two 2 hex screws to 13 ft Ibs Reinstall the two 2 caplug caps Battery L Tray T 3 Mounting Positions Bushing d y Footboard Mounting Bracket Front Hex MI Screw is Caplug Assemblies Washer FIGURE 4 USTING REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD ADJUSTING FOOTBOARD MOUNTING BRACKET ANGLE Height FIGURE 5 1 Remove the removable footboard plate Refer to PREPARING REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD FOR WHEELCHAIR TRANSPORTATION in PROCE DURE 3 of the Owner s Manual 2 Remove the caplug cap Remove the mounting screw caplug washer flat washer and nut that secures the two 2 large washers and sup port tube to the height adjustment bracket and footboard bracket Referto DETAIL A PROCEDURE 3 4 Removethenut flatwasherand thatsecure the threaded arm on the height adjustment bracket to the footboard bracket Referto DETAIL 5 Perform one 1 of the following MWD WHEELCHAIRS Move the height a
67. as sembly and secure with the lug bolt washers and lock nut Refer to FIGURE 2 for correct hardware orienta tion Reinstall armrest pad Refer to REPLACING ARM REST PADS in this procedure of the manual If necessary reinstall the three 3 hex bolts spacers and locknuts that secure the joystick mounting bracket to the armrest plate Repeat STEPS 1 6 for the opposite armrest plate if necessary Armrest Pad Armrest Plate Lug Bolt Locknuts Washers Phillips Screw Hex Bolts Washers Seat Frame Assembly Spacers Joystick Mounting Bracket FIGURE 2 REPLACING ARMREST PLATE SEAT BACK PROCEDURE 5 7 Reinstall the Captain s seat onto the wheelchair Re ferto REMOVING INSTALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PROCEDURE 5 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 This Procedure Includes the Following Replacing Seat Positioning Strap Replacing Back Upholstery Replacing Captain s seat REPLACING BACK UPHOLSTERY FIGURE 2 NOTE The following procedure is for Integrated sling seat wheelchairs only After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure that all at taching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result 1 Flip the armrests up and out of the way Refer to US ING ADJUSTING FLIP BACK ARMRESTS in PRO CEDURE 4 of the owners manual part number 1080722 2 Cutthe tie wraps that secure the bottom of the exist ing back upholster
68. asher onto the wheel hub Make sure the locking tab is in line with the keyway of the wheel hub 5 Apply Loctite 242 to the mounting screw 6 Install the mounting screw Use a torque wrench only and torque to 90 inch pounds 7 Examine the head of the hex screw and the locking tab washer Make sure one 1 of the tabs on the locking tab washer is parallel with one 1 of the flats on the head of the hex screw 8 If one 1 of the tabs on the locking tab washer is parallel with one 1 of the flats on the head of the hex screw FIGURE 1 TIGHTEN the hex screw until the closest flat and locking tab are parallel NOTE Tighten hex screw only DO NOT loosen hex screw to make one of the tabs on the locking washer parallel 9 Bend the parallel tab of locking tab washer up tight against flat of the hex screw FIGURE 1 10 Reinstall the drive wheel onto the wheel hub Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING DRIVE WHEELS inthis pro cedure of the manual 11 Repeat procedure for the opposite side of the wheel chair if necessary 31 PROCEDURE 9 Keystock Locking Washer Mounting Screw Keyway Washer Mounting Screw Apply Loctite 242 and use a Torque Wrench only to Torque to 90 inch pounds TIGHTEN Hex Screw if Locking Tab is not Parallel with Flat on Head STEP 9 Locking Tab Parallel Flat on Head with Flat on Head of of Hex Screw Hex Screw STEP 9 Locking Tab Bend Tab up tigh
69. ate tp With regardsio the original puc hasen useronly Invacare wanants the side f amesand ciossbracestp be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five 5 years fiom date of purchase electonics fora period ofone 1 yearfiom the date of purchase motors and gearboxes fora period of eighteen 18 months for Ranger Il models with motors that have motor locks and a period of twelve 12 months forRangerll models with motors that have clutches fiom the date of purchase all emain ing components including gascylindersforrecliners forone 1 yearfiom the date of purchase except upholsiered materials padded materials and tires wheels If within such warranty period any product shall be proven to be defective such product shall be repaired or replaced at Invacate s option This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges incuned in replacement part installation or repair of any such product Invacare s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this wananty shall be limited to such repair and orreplacement For warranty service please contactthe dealerfiom whom you purchased your Invacare product In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service please write directly tp Invacare atthe ad diess on the back cover Provide dealers name address date of purchase indicate nature of the defectand ifthe productis serialized indicate the serial number Do not etum products to our factory witho
70. atteries from the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERIES INTO FROM NOTE If the batteries need to be charged more often or BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual take longer to charge than normal they may need to be replaced Contact an authorized dealer for service 3 Clean the new battery terminals 4 Install the new batteries into the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERIES INTO FROM BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual Battery Charger Connector on side of Wheelchair Cleaning Battery Terminals DO NOTallow the liquid in the battery to come contactwith skin clothes orother possessions It is a form of acid and harmful or damaging bums may result Should the liquid touch your skin washthe area immediately and thoroughly with cool water In seriouscasesorifeye contact NOTE Position of Battery Charger Connector is made seek medical attention IMMEDIATHY vary depending on wheelchair options The use of safety glassesisrecommended when FIGURE 6 CHARGING BATIERIES Cleaning the battery terminals NEVER smoke orstike a match nearbatienes If the capsofthe batiery cellsare removed NEVER look directly into them while charging batteries REPLACING BATTERIES 1 Examine battery clamps and terminals for corrosion 2 Verify that the plastic caps are in place over the bat Mostbatieries are not sold with instructions How tery cell holes ever warnings are
71. ause serious bums and in some cases blindness If you do get battery acid on you flush the exposed areas with cool water IMMEDIATELY If the acid comes into contact with eyes or causes serious bums get medical help IMMEDIATELY The battery acid can damage your wheel chair clothing and household items Therefore take readings cautiously and only in designated areas 12 TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE 2 9 Flush hydrometer in cold running water by allowing ONLY use distilled water when topping off the water to rise into hydrometer as far as possible the battery cells Do this several times to guard against burn damage Most batteries are not sold with instructions f 10 Replace the battery caps However wamings are frequently noted 11 Reinstall battery boxes Refer to one 1 of the follow on the cell caps Read them carefully ing FWD WHEELCHAIRS INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual MWD WHEELCHAIRS INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 14 ofthis manual 1 Remove the battery box es Refer to one 1 of the fol lowing FWD WHEELCHAIRS INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual MWD WHEELCHAIRS INSTALLING REMOVING MOTOR TESTING FIGURE 3 BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 14 ofthis manual 2 Remove the battery caps from the battery 1 Onthe 4 pin motor connector locate the two 2 con tacts in the red and black housings
72. battery clamp to the positive battery terminal post Ifthe battery clamp on the POSITIVE battery terminal post is positioned as shown in FIGURE 4 proceed to STEP 2 CORRECTORIENTATION OF THE POSITIVE BATIERY TERMINAL POST BATIERY CLAMP POSITIVE Battery Terminal Post Note position of battery clamp NEGATIVE Battery Hex Terminal Post and Battery Clamp Group 22NF Battery FIGURE 4 CONNECTING BATIERY CABLES BATIERY CLAMP MEIHOD 44 BATTERIES 2 Install battery clamp covers onto battery cables as follows FIGURE 5 A REDbattery clamp cover onto RED battery cable B BLACK battery clamp cover onto BLACK bat tery cable NOTE Only one 1 battery cable and battery clamp cover are shown for clarity Both battery clamp covers install in the same manner INSIALLING BATIERY CLAMP COVERS Battery Clamp Battery Cable HGURE5 CONNECTING BATIERY CABLES BATIERY CLAMP MEIHOD Whenconnectingthe batiery cable ring terminaK9 ip the batiery ies clamp s the batiery cable s MUSTbe connected in the position shown in DETAIL otherwise damage may occurip the battery cable and orbatiery clamp covers 3 Connect battery cable s to battery ies terminal s post s as follows DETAIL A A NEGATIVE BLACK battery cable ring termi nal between the mounting plate and battery clamp of NEGATIVE battery terminal post B POSITIVE RED battery cable ring t
73. battery tray washer and battery tray hanger bracket and loosely tighten with a locknut 4 Repeat STEPS 2 3 for the remaining washers hex bolt and locknut 5 Tighten the two 2 hex bolts and locknuts NOTE Tighten the Two 2 hex bolts and locknuts until the tray stays up by itself Over tightening the hex bolts and locknuts will make the battery tray difficult to flip up 6 Reinstall the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING RE MOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual Battery Tray Hanger Bracket Washers 2 e pa d Battery Tray 5 FIGURE 12 REMOVING INSIALLING BATIERY TRAY AND Removing Installing Battery Tray R2 FIGURE 13 REMOVING 1 Remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 2 Remove the two 2 mounting screws four 4 wash ers and two 2 locknuts that secure the battery tray to the battery tray bracket 3 Remove the battery tray from the wheelchair INSTALLING 1 Position battery tray inside tab of battery tray bracket 2 Secure battery tray to battery bracket with the exist ing two 2 mounting screws four 4 washers and two 2 locknuts Torque mounting screws to 72 inch pounds See Figure 12 for hardware orientation 53 F W D W H E E L H A R 5 F W D W H E E L H A R 5
74. ble mounting bracket 8 Note the position of the tie wraps that secure the ex isting wiring harness and motor cables to the crossbraces 9 Cut the tie wraps that secure the existing wiring har ness and motor cables to the crossbraces 10 Remove the existing wiring hamess from wheelchair 11 Position the rear battery connector of the new wiring harness on the wheelchair frame as shown in FIG URE 18 and secure with the two 2 phillips screws and spacers 12 Position the front battery connector on the wheelchair frame as shown in FIGURE 18 and secure with the two 2 phillips bolts and locknuts 13 Secure the wiring harness to existing charger cable mounting bracket on the seat frame with the two 2 phillips screws 55 F W D W H E E L H A R 5 PROCEDURE 13 FWD WHEELCHAIRS 14 Resecure the wiring hamess and motor cables to the Connect the limit switch Refer to DISCONNECT crossbraces with new tie wraps at the positions noted ING CONNECTING LIMIT SWITCH in this PRO in STEP 8 CEDURE 8 of this manual 15 Connect the wiring hamess BLUE to the controller 17 Reinstall the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING connector BLUE REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of th 16 HIGH BACK CAPTAIN S SEAT MODEL WHEEL CHAIRS ONLY Perform the following 18 If necessary install the front and rear shrouds Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCE DURE 10 of this manual
75. bolt and locknut that secure the existing stabilizer cylinder to the wheelchair frame 3 Remove the bottom bolt and locknut that secure the bottom of the existing stabilizer cylinder to the stabi lizer plates 4 Remove existing stabilizer cylinder from the wheel chair PROCEDURE 14 5 Position the new stabilizer cylinder on the wheelchair as shown in FIGURE 16 6 Secure the top of the new stabilizer cylinder to the wheelchair frame with the hex bolt and locknut WARNING DO NOT overtighten Sabilizer cylinder will not operate properly 7 Securethe bottom of the new stabilizer cylinder to the stabilizer plates with the hex bolt and locknut 8 Repeat STEPS 2 7 forthe opposite side of the wheel chair if necessary 9 Tighten the jam nut on the stabilizer cylinder 10 Adjust the front stabilizer s Refer to ADJUSTING STABILIZERS in this procedure of the manual 11 If necessary install the front shroud Refer to REMOV INGANSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual Wheelchair Frame Jam Nut E Locknuts TOP Hex Bolt Jw Stabilizer 4 lt Cylinder Hex Bolt P N 9 Stabilizer Plates NOTE Only stabilizer cylinder for Type A stabilizer assemlby shown Stabilizer cylinder for Type B stabi lizer assembly removes installs in the same manner FIG URE 16 REPLACING SIABILIZER CYLINDERS FOR TYPE A AND TYPE STABILIZER ASSEMBLES 75 M W H E E L H
76. ces Captain s Seats After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely other wise injury or damage may result ADJ USTING SEAT WIDTH INTEGRATED SLING SEATS FIGURE 1 1 If necessary remove the shrouds Refer to REMOV INGANSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 2 Perform one 1 of the following FWD WHEELCHAIRS A Remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual B Fold the battery tray Refer to FOLDING BATTERY TRAY FOR TRANSPORT in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual MWD WHEELCHAIRS A Remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 14 of this manual B Remove the battery tray from the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY TRAY in PROCEDURE 14 of this manual 3 Remove the existing back and seat upholstery from the wheelchair Refer to REPLACING BACK UPHOL STERY in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual and RE PLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 5 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 NOTE If adjusting the seat width of the wheelchair the back and seat upholstery MUST be changed as well 4 Removethe hex bolts and locknuts that secure the two 2 pivot links to the wheelchair frame and crossbraces Refer to the following chartto determine if new pivot links will be needed PIVOT LINK SEAT WIDTH RANGE in inches 16 1
77. ck dust covers onto the bottom of the crossbraces 16 Install the new back and seat upholstery onto the wheelchair Refer to REPLACING BACK UPHOL STERY in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual and RE PLACING SEAT UPHOLSTERY in PROCEDURE 5 ofthe owner s manual part number 1080722 17 Change the width of the battery tray Refer to one 1 ofthe following FWD WHEELCHAIRS CHANGING WIDTH OF BATTERY TRAY in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual MWD WHEELCHAIRS CHANGING WIDTH OF BATTERY TRAY in PROCEDURE 14 of this manual 18 Perform one 1 of the following FWD WHEELCHAIRS A Unfold the battery tray Refer to FOLDING BAT TERY TRAY FOR USE in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual B Reinstall the battery boxes onto the wheelchair INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual PROCEDURE 11 MWD WHEELCHAIRS Reinstall the battery tray onto the wheelchair Re fer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY TRAY in PROCEDURE 14 of this manual Reinstall the battery boxes onto the wheelchair INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 14 of this manual Locknut Crossbrace Hex Bolt STEPS c STEPS 17 12 C 4 13 e amp Locknut gt gt 2 STEPS 4 13 Pivot Link Locknut STEPS 4 13 CROSSBRACES 19 If necessary reinstall the shrouds Refer to REMOV INGANSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual gt
78. cknut Loosen Bracket but Do Not Remove AGURE 16 REPLACING LEFT BATIERY TRAY HANGER BRACKETFOR MODES AND sro 54 FWD WHEELCHAIRS FOR MODEL R2 FIGURE 17 NOTE Right and left is determined by sitting in wheel chair 1 Remove the footrests Refer to INSTALLING RE MOVING FOOTRESTS in PROCEDURE 3 of the Owner s Manual part number 1080722 2 Remove the front and rear shrouds Refer to RE MOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCE DURE 10 in this manual 3 Remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair Re fer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 4 Fold battery tray Refer to FOLDING UNFOLD ING BATTERY TRAY in this procedure of the manual 5 Loosen but do not remove the rear locknut that se cures MKIV controller to the wheelchair 6 Remove the front hex screw that secures the ex isting left battery tray bracket to the wheelchair frame 7 Remove the locknut that secures existing left battery tray hanger bracket and MKIV controller from the wheelchair 8 Remove the existing left battery tray hanger bracket from the wheelchair 9 Line up the mounting holes in the new battery tray hanger bracket with the front mounting hole and rear stud on the wheelchair frame 10 Reinstall the front hex screw that secures the new left battery tray hanger bracket to the wheelchair frame Use Loctite 242 and torque to 156 in Ibs Wheelchair Frame Battery T
79. crossbrace from the mount ing bracket on the wheelchair frame 8 Remove the pin that secures the clutch handle to the existing motor gearbox 9 Disconnect clutch handle from existing motor gear box 10 Note mounting position of motor gearbox on the wheel chair frame for installation of the new motor gearbox 11 Remove the six 6 socket screws that secure the ex isting motor gearbox and battery tray mounting bracket to the wheelchair frame 12 Position the new motor gearbox and existing battery tray mounting bracket on the wheelchair frame at the position noted in STEP 10 as shown in FIGURE 22 The longer socket screws must be positioned in the mounting holes on the OUTSIDE ofthe wheel chairframe and the short socket screws must be in the mounting holes on the INSIDE of the wheel chair frame Otherwise damage to the gearbox may result 13 Use Loctite 242 and tighten the battery tray mounting bracket and motor gearbox to the wheelchair frame securely with the six 6 socket screws Torque to 60 inch pounds 14 Connect the clutch handle to the new motor gearbox and line up the mounting holes 15 Insert the pin through clutch handle and new motor gearbox as shown in DETAIL B in FIGURE 22 PROCEDURE 14 Battery Motor Connectors STEPS 4 19 Locknut Crossbrace Dust Cover LONG Socket Screws Apply Loctite 242 and torque to 60 inch pounds STEPS 11 13 Wheelchair Fr
80. djust ment bracket to one 1 of seven 7 height positions FWDWHEELCHAIRS Move the height adjustment bracket to one 1 of five 5 height positions 6 Reinstall the flat washer and nutthat secures the threaded arm on the height adjustment bracket to the footboard bracket Referto DETAIL 7 Reinstall mounting screw caplug washer flat washer and nut that secures the two 2 large washers and support tube to the height adjustment bracket and footboard bracket Refer to DETAIL 8 Reinstall the caplug caps 9 Repeat STEPS 2 8 for the opposite footboard bracket 10 Reinstallthe removable footboard plate Referto REMOV ING INSTALLING THE REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD ONTO FROM THE WHEELCHAIR in PROCEDURE 3 of the Owner s Manual F R N T R G 5 Nut Height Adjustment Bracket oS Flat Washer Two 2 Large Washers e Caplug Washer 77 Caplug Cap X Mounting Screw Footboard DETAIL A Bracket Support Tube DETAIL Nut Footboard ya Bracket Flat Washer _ Mounting Positions Height Adjustment Bracket Threaded Arm NOTE MWD footboard bracket shown for clarity Footboard bracket on FWD models adjusts the same manner FIGURE 5 ADJUSTING FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD HEIGHT 17 PROCEDURE 4 This Procedure Includes the Following Replacing Armrest Pads Replacing Armrest Plate NOTE The following procedures are for Captain s
81. ds Referto REMOV ING INSTALLING SHROUDS MWD WHEEL CHAIRS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 69 MWD WHEELCHAIRS PROCEDURE 14 BATTERY TRAY FOR WHEELCHAIRS NOT EQUIPPED WTH WBGHTSHIFTBASIC TILT FRONT Hanger Label Bracket Mounting Slots M W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 Battery Tray Pins BATTERY TRAY FOR WHEELC HAIRS EQUIPPED WTH WHGHTSHIFTBASIC TILT Hanger Bracket Mounting Battery Tray Pins Slots Battery Tray FIGURE 8 BATIERY TRAY 70 MWD WHEELCHAIRS Changing Width of Battery Tray FIGURE 9 NOTE This procedure is only necessary when changing the wiath of the wheelchair 1 Remove the battery tray from the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY TRAY in this procedure of the manual Remove the hex bolt and locknut that secure one 1 of the battery tray pins to the battery tray Refer to FIGURE 9 to determine the mounting hole in the battery tray that corresponds to the width of the wheelchair Reposition the battery tray pin to the mounting hole determined in STEP 3 Secure the battery tray pin to the battery tray with the hex bolt and locknut Repeat STEPS 2 5 for the other three 3 battery tray pins Reinstall the battery tray onto the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY TRAY in this procedure of the manual Battery Tray Pins ry tray Ses p Battery Tray Hex Bolts e 16 inch Wheelchair 18 inch Wheelchair 20
82. e POSITIVE 4 Battery Terminal s Post s otherwise serious damage will occur to the electrical sys tem Refer to the Owner s Manual DO NOT remove this label 1095558 WARNING DO NOT allow battery cable s to contact the opposite battery terminal s post s Re place cable s immediately if cable s insu lation becomes damaged Failure to observe these wamings may result in an electrical short with serious personal injury resulting DO NOT remove this label 1095561 omz rmo co r uzmzmo WARNING This NEGATIVE BLACK Battery Cable MUST connect to the NEGATIVE Bat tery Terminal s Post s otherwise serious damage will occur to the electrical sys tem Refer to the Owner s Manual DO NOT remove this label 1095559 NOTE Only U1 battery box top is show for clarity Warning Labels are located on the group 22 battery box top in the same manner NOTE These warning labels are found on models built after 3 1 00 For warning label locations on chairs built before 3 1 00 refer to specific drive system for the wheelchair 11 T R 0 U B L E 5 0 0 T l N G PROCEDURE 2 This Procedure Includes the Following Field Load Test Using Hydrometer To Check Battery Cells Lead Acid Motor Testing Motor Brush Inspection Electro Mechanical Parking Brake Testing FIELD LOAD TEST FIGURE 1 NOTE The following test can also be performed through the controller of the wheelchair
83. e com pressed tp the 3 1 2 inchheight HGURE 12 BEFORE adjusting the slabilzerspring to conespond to the approximate weightofthe user Otherwise the sia bilzerwill notwork properly NOTE If the height of the stabilizer springs is less than the height that corresponds to the approximate weight of the user the wheelchair will not be able to clear 2 inch obstacles NOTE The stabilizer springs are factory set fora user weigh ing approximately 300 pounds Use FIGURE 12 as a siart ing point when adjusting the stabilizer spring NOTE The following adjustment should be made with an unoccupied wheelchair 1 Determine the approximate weight of the user 2 NEW STABILIZER SPRINGS ONLY Rotate adjust ment nut DOWN until the 3 1 2 inch height is obtained Refer to FIGURE 12 to determine the height of the stabilizer spring 4 Rotate the adjustment nut UP or DOWN to adjust the 73 stabilizer spring to the height determined in STEP 2 5 Adjust the for user preference Refer to ADJUSTING TYPEASTABILIZER ASSEMBLY FOR USER PREF ERENCE in this procedure of the manual Stabilizer Adjustment Nut Measure This Height USERS WEIG HT HEIGHT APPROXIMATE MEASURED IN POUNDS APPROXIMATE IN INCHES 100 4 3 16 150 4 200 3 7 8 250 3101 16 300 31 2 Spring NOTE If the users approximate weight is not listed above use the HIGHEST listed approximate weight closest to user s weight as a star
84. e only There are no numbers on the back canes 3 Reinstall the two 2 hex bolts that secure the top half of the back cane to the bottom half of the back cane gt gt Back Height in inches The top and bottom half of the back canes MUST be tightened securely together BE FORE using the wheelchair otherwise jury or damage may occur Use Loctite 242 on the hex bolts and torque to 75 inch pounds 4 Use Loctite 242 on the hex bolts and torque into the back canes to 75 inch pounds 5 While holding the hex bolt reinstall the locknut and torque to 75 inch pounds Repeat STEP 5 for the other hex bolt and locknut Repeat STEPS 1 6 for the opposite back cane HOLE PAIR kA Top Half of 5 Back Cane 4 Locknuts 3 2 8 1 22 g p Bottom Half Hex Bolts Apply 1 Tof Back Cane Loctite 242 and torque to 75 inch pounds BL FIGURE 2 ADJUSTING BACK HEIGHT gt gt PROCEDURE 6 CHANGING BACK ANGLE FIGURE 3 1 Flip the armrests up and out of the way Refer to US ING ADJUSTING FLIP BACK ARMRESTS in PRO CEDURE 4 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 2 Remove the TOP hex bolt two 2 washers and lock nut that secure the back cane to the mounting plate on the wheelchair frame 3 Refer to DETAIL B in FIGURE 3 to determine the mounting plate hole for the desired back angle 4 Reposition the back cane to the positio
85. e wheel chair frame with the top mounting screw and locknut Loosely tighten 7 Torque both mounting screws to 13 filbs and then back off 1 8 to 1 4 tum NOTE The length of the new stabilizer cylinder must be adjusted to match the length of the stabilizer cylinder just removed 8 Measure the distance between the top mounting hole and the bottom mounting hole on the existing stabilizer cylinder Note this distance as distance A Refer to DETAIL 9 Place the wheelchair on a flat surface so that the stabi lizer wheels can hang freely 10 Loosen the jam nut located underneath the hex nut adjuster by tuming CLOCKWISE as viewed from the top 11 Rotate the hex nut adjuster in one 1 of the following directions A Rotating the hex nut adjuster CLOCKWISE as viewed from the top will move the stabilizer wheel up B Rotatingthe hexnutadjuster COUNTER CLOCK WISE as viewed from the top will move the stabi lizer wheel down 12 When distance A is achieved noted from STEP 8 retighten the jam nut by rotating COUNTER CLOCK WISE to lock the hex nut adjuster in position 13 Placethe wheelchair on a flat surface with all six wheels in contact with the surface REPLACING STABILIZER WHEEL Replacing Stabilizer Wheel for Type A and Type B Stabilizer Assemblies FIGURE 18 NOTE Refer to STABILIZER INDENTIFICATION in the beginning of this section to determine correct siabilizer as sembly NOTE N
86. ector support The right hand motor and controller con nection The left hand motor and controller con nection Battery wiring harness BLUE and control ler connector BLUE 3 Disconnect the right and left motor connector from the controller 4 Remove the drive wheels from the wheelchair Re fer to REMOVING INSTALLING DRIVE WHEELS in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual 61 PROCEDURE 13 5 Perform one 1 of the following A WHEELCHAIR EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP RE MOVABLE FOOTBOARD Remove the hex screws and spacers that secure the battery tray hanger bracket and footboard mounting bracket to the wheelchair frame WHEELCHAIR NOT EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD Remove the front hex screw that secures the battery tray hanger bracket to the wheelchair frame 5 Rotate battery tray hanger bracket up 6 Left side of wheelchair only Remove the front dust cover from the end of the crossbrace NOTE Left is determined by sitting in the wheelchair 7 Remove the pin that secures the clutch handle to the existing motor gearbox 8 Disconnect clutch handle from existing motor gear box 9 Notemounting position of motor gearbox on the wheel chair frame for installation of the new motor gearbox 10 Remove the six 6 socket screws that secure the ex isting motor gearbox to the wheelchair frame 11 Position the new motor gearbox on the wheelchair frame at the position noted in STEP 9 as s
87. efore reinstalling the four 4 flat head screws make sure the footplate clamps are in the proper position as shown in DETAIL A 3 Reinstall the four 4 flat head screws and barrel nuts that secure the removable footboard to the two 2 footplate clamps Tighten securely Angle ADJ USTING FOOTBOARD ANGLE FIGURE 3 1 Loosen butdo not remove the four 4 flat head screws and barrel nuts that secure the removable footboard to the two 2 footplate clamps NOTE Because of the two 2 support tubes the angle of the removable footboard can be adjusted downward ONLY 2 Graspthefrontofthe removable footboard and rotate it DOWNWARD until the desired angle is reached 3 Whileholding the removable footboardin place tighten the four 4 flat head screws and barrel nuts securely FRONT RIGGINGS ADJUSTING DEPTH Removable Footboard Clamps DETAIL A 2 yi Proper Proper 21 Footplate Footplate ese Clamp Clamp E _ Position for Position for L MWD FWD md Wheelchairs mi O2 50 ADJUSTING FOOTBOARD ANGLE Removable Footboard Barrel Nut Angle Can Be Adjusted Downward ONLY FIGURE 3 ADJUSTING FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD Clamp 16 FRONT RIGGINGS ADJ USTING FOOTBOARD MOUNTING BRACKET ANGLE FWD MODELS ONLY FIGURE 4 NOTE Angle availability is limited when the motors are in the forward most position 1 Remove the caplug cap 2 Remove the front hex screw and c
88. elchair Refer to PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBU TION in the Owners Manual BEFORE repositioning molpis 1080267 PINCH POINTS PUSH HERE PUL O OPEN WM CHA Crossbrace Push Bracket Wiring Harness for Battery Box Lid NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL NOTE This warning label is found on models built before 3 1 00 For warning label locations on chairs built after 3 1 00 refer to the waming label on page 11 G E N E R A L G U D E L 5 G E N E R A L G U L 5 PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING CAUTION LABEL LOCATION FWD MODELS R2 Side Frame E WARNING Replacement J rer Te toller MUST be o EP 9 Controller SAME part number EUG SU Back View ACAUTION ENGAGE B JS ORW ARD STEP 1 PUSH N DISENGAGE STEP T Motor Assembly Repositioning the motors WILL af fect the stability and or perfor mance of the wheelchair Refer to PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBU TION in the Owners Manual BEFORE repositioning motors 1080267 Side Frame Wiring Harness for Battery WARNING Box Lid m Pinch Point 10 GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 BATTERY WARNING LABEL LOCATION WARNING This POSITIVE Battery Cable MUS connect to th
89. erminal be tween the mounting plate and battery clamp bat tery clamp of POSITIVE battery terminal post 4 Secure the battery cable s ring terminal s to the battery clamp s BLACK to NEGATIVE and RED to POSI TIVE with exisitng hex screws Securely Tighten DETAIL 5 Verify battery cable ring terminal s are correctly installed and securely tightened 6 Slide battery clamp covers down battery cables and onto battery terminals DETAIL B 7 Secure each terminal cap in place with a tie wrap Use tie wraps 11 1 2 inches long DETAIL NOTE It will be necessary to trim excess tie wrap in order to install the battery box top s 8 Install the battery box top s BATTERIES PROCEDURE 12 9 Install the battery box es into the wheelchair Refer 10 If necessary charge the battery ies Refer to to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOX ES in CHARGING BATTERIES in the PROCEDURE 13 the PROCEDURE 13 FWD MODELS or PROCE FWD MODELS or PROCEDURE 14 MWD MOD DURE 14 MWD MODELS of this manual ELS of this manual NOTE New Battery ies MUST be fully charged BEFORE using otherwise the life of the battery ies will be reduced B CONNECTING BATIERY CABLES TO BATIERY IES TERMINAL S POS S a POSITIVE Battery Terminal T Post and Battery Clamp NEGATIVE Battery Terminal E i z Bu ig Negative BLACK Battery Cable E Positive RED pem S Battery Cable L
90. ests leg rests from the wheelchair Refer to FIGURE 2 5 Lift up on push brackets located on the crossbraces Install the footrests legrests Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING FOOT RESTS or INSTALLING ELEVAT ING LEGRESTS in PROCEDURE 3 of the owner s manual part num ber 1080722 Position the battery tray for use Re fer to BATTERY TRAY in this pro cedure of the manual Install the batteries Referto INSTALL ING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual FIGURE 2 TRANSPORTING RANGERII CAPIAIN S SEATS 47 F W D W H E E L H A R 5 F W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 PROCEDURE 13 WHEN CHARGE BATTERIES FIGURE 5 NOTE As a general rule batteries should be recharged daily to assure longest possible life and minimize required charging time In fact a battery s life is extended if the charge level is maintained well above a low condition Plan to recharge batteries when it is anticipated wheel chair will not be used for a long period of time MCC MKIV X A or oystick BATTERY GAUGE DISPLAY BGD is the bar graph display located on the MKIV X A or A joystick It will keep you informed as to power availability A visual warning is given before the power becomes too low to operate the wheelchair At full charge the two 2 LEFT segments and the farthest RIGHT segment of the bar graph will be illuminated As the battery becomes discharged the
91. ether Pull end of retaining strap to secure battery box and joystick in place Install the rear shroud Refer to REMOVING INSTALL ING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual Joystick Rear Battery Cable Box Retaining Strap Pull this end of retaining strap to secure battery box in place N i 5 Retaining Panay Ne Battery Strap Connections 3 Tray Front onSideof Battery Wheelchair T Box Front Frame Shroud FIGURE 8 INSIALLING REMOVING BATIERY BOXES R2 r 51 PROCEDURE 13 BATTERY TRAY WARNING Pinch pointexists between battery tay and bat tery bracket Folding Battery Tray for Transport FIGURE 9 1 If necessary remove the front and rear shroud Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS FWD WHEELCHAIRS in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual Remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual Perform one 1 of the following A FOR R2 and 2 Lift up on the pin side of the battery tray and rotate UP towards the battery tray pivot B FOR R2 Lift up on the notched side of the bat tery tray and rotate UP towards the battery tray pivot Fold the wheelchair Refer to TRANSPORTING RANGER II FWD in this procedure of the manual Unfolding Battery Tray for Use FIGURE 10 1 Unfold the wheelchair Refer to TRANSPORTING
92. farthest RIGHT segment will progressively move to the LEFT until only the last two 2 bars LEFT are illuminated At this level the last two 2 bars LEFT will start to Flash ON and OFF to indicate that the end user should charge the batteries as soon as possible MKIV RII J oystick BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR BDI is located at the rear of the joystick housing and provides informa tion on the remaining charge in the batteries At FULL charge the BDI will be GREEN As the battery becomes discharged the BDI indicator will tum AMBER YEL LOW then RED and finally FLASHING RED If the BDI is FLASHING RED the user should charge the batteries as soon as possible NOTE Accurate readings are displayed when in neu tral Battery Discharge Battery Gauge Indicator E Display MKIV X ORA JOYSTICK NOTE X Shown JOYSTICK FIGURE 5 WHEN TO CHARGE BATTERIES 48 FWD WHEELCHAIRS CHARGING BATTERIES FIGURE 6 Never attempt to recharge the batteries by at taching cables directly to the batiery terminals or clamps Always use the recharging plug lo cated on the side ofthe wheelchairframe DO recharge the batteries and operate the powerwheelc hairatthe same time During use and charging unsealed batteries will venthydiogen gaswhich is explosive in the right concentration with air CAUTION Always charge new batteries fully BEFORE initial use orbatiery
93. ge than normal they may need to be replaced Contact an Invacare dealer for service 67 PROCEDURE 14 DETAIL A Battery Charger Connector on Side of Wheelchair WHERLCHAIRS WITHOUT SHROUDS From Battery Charger Battery Charger L Connector at WHEELCHAIRS Hear of WITH SHROUDS From Battery Charger Cae DETAIL B Battery Charger Three 3 Pronged Plug Front View of Joystick Charger Port FIG URE 6 CHARGING BATIERIES REPLACING BATTERIES The following procedure should be performed only by aqualified technician Most batieries are notsold with instructions How ever wamings are fiequently noted on the cell caps Read them carefully otherwise injury or damage can occur NOTE Invacare recommends that both batteries be re placed if one 1 battery is defective M W D H E L H A R 5 M W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 PROCEDURE 14 Recommended Battery Types Failure tp use the conectbatiery size and orvolt age may cause damage to yourwheelchairand give you unsatisfactory performance CHAIR QTY VOLTS BATTERY EHE E MS m rpm p me ANLE I 1 Remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 2 Remove existing batteries from the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERIES TO FRO
94. h the clutch handle and motor gearbox as shown in DETAIL A in FIGURE 21 NOTE Make sure the detent ball on the pin is fully visible 12 Repeat STEPS 3 11 forthe opposite side ofthe wheel chair if necessary 13 Reinstall the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 14 If necessary install the shrouds Refer to REMOV ING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual Tip STEPS 3 7 9 Clutch Handle STEPS 5 8 i Outside of Wheelchair Motor Gearbox DEALA Pin p Motor Gearbox CTF x gt Detent Ball Clutch Handle STEP 10 FIGURE 21 REPLACING CLUTCH HANDLES RANGER MWD BASIC MWD WHEELCHAIRS REPLACING MOTOR GEARBOX R2 AND R2 FIGURE 22 BASIC 250 SERIES 1 If necessary remove the shrouds Refer to REMOV INGANSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 2 Remove the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 3 Cut the tie wrap that secures the motor wire to the battery tray mounting bracket 4 Disconnect the right and or left motor connector from the controller 5 Remove the drive wheels from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING DRIVE WHEELS PROCEDURE 9 of this manual 6 Remove the dust covers hex bolt washers and lock nut that secure the bottom of the crossbrace to the wheelchair frame 7 Remove the bottom ofthe
95. he back cane to the wheelchair The back canes MUST be tightened se curely to the wheelchair frame BEFORE using the wheelchair otherwise injury or damage may occur Use Loctite 242 on the hex bolts and torque to 75 inch pounds 23 PROCEDURE 6 12 Use Loctite 242 on the hex bolts and torque the hex bolts to 75 inch pounds 13 Securely tighten back upholstery to the top half of the back cane with the phillips screw and washer 14 Repeat STEPS 2 13 forthe opposite side of the wheel chair if necessary HOLE Top Half of PAIR Back Cane 5 Locknuts Washers 42 Hex Bolts Apply Loctite 242 and torque to 75 inch Y ous fo ee NW HM pounds Bottom Half z of Back wile eee Cane 52 Insert N Washers gr kc 4 Wheelchair P di Washers Frame FIGURE 4 REPLACING BACK CANES PROCEDURE 7 This Procedure Includes the Following Repositioning MKIV Joystick Removing Installing MKIV Controller After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely other wise injury or damage may result REPOSITIONING MKIV J OYSTICK Captain s Seats FIGURE 1 1 the lever on the adjustment lock to release the adjustment lock from joystick mounting tube 2 Remove the joystick from the wheelchair 3
96. heelchair Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY TRAY in PROCEDURE 14 of this manual 4 Remove the hex bolts and locknuts that secure the two 2 pivot links to the existing crossbraces 5 Remove the hex bolts spacers washers and locknuts that secure the two 2 push brackets to the existing crossbraces 6 Remove the dustcovers from the bottom of the existing crossbraces NOTE Note position of the tie wraps that secure the wiring hamess to the existing crossbraces 7 Cut the tie wraps that secure the wiring hamess to the existing crossbrace 8 Remove the hex bolts washers and locknuts that se cure the bottom of the two 2 existing crossbraces to the wheelchair frame 9 Removethe hexbolt coved spacers washers and lock nutthat secure the two 2 existing crossbraces together NOTE Note coved spacer washer and locknut order for reinstallation 10 Remove the four 4 pivot tube plug pins from the bot tom of the two 2 existing crossbraces 39 12 13 14 15 16 17 PROCEDURE 11 Install the four 4 pivot tube plug pins into the bottom of the two 2 new crossbraces Assemble the two 2 new crossbraces together Refer to DETAIL C in FIGURE 2 for hardware orientation Reinstall the hex bolts washers and locknuts that se cure the bottom of the two 2 new crossbraces to the wheelchair frame and tighten Secure the wiring harness to the new crossbraces with
97. heelchair frame Left side of wheelchair only Reinstall the front dust cover onto the end of the crossbrace Perform one 1 of the following A WHEELCHAIR EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP RE MOVABLE FOOTBOARD Reinstall the hex screws and spacers that secure the battery tray hanger bracket and footboard mounting bracket to the wheelchair frame Use Loctite 242 and torque to 156 in Ibs B WHEELCHAIR NOT EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD Reinstall the front hex screw that secures the battery tray hanger bracket to the wheelchair frame Use Loctite 242 and torque to 156 in Ibs Reconnect the right and or left motor connector to the controller Reinstall the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual FWD WHEELCHAIRS PROCEDURE 13 LONG Socket SHORT Socket gt Screws Apply Loctite F Screws gt 242 and torque to 60 Loctite 242 and lt inch pounds STEPS T torque to 60 8 10 D inch pounds AN STEPS 8 10 H Battery Motor Connectors LJ fff STEPS 2 16 z L SIEPS4 6 Dust Cover Not Shown 13 14 15 PA TE 2 5 Battery Tray oia Wheelchair nn B Frame Hex Screws Footboard P Mounting 2 9 Bracket u Gearbox IL FIG URE 23 REPLACING MOTOR GEARBOX RANGERII FWD SIANDARD 63 PROCEDURE 14 Thi
98. herwise injury ordamage can A a FRONT FRONT FRONT Periodically review the following charts to make FRONT FRONT FRONT R sure the motormounting position still comesponds FRONT FRONT FRONT S ip the user sweightto maintain the propersabi f mw ity and contollability NOTE 14 wide is only for R2 p ONLY NEVER reposition the motors Repos 1 Remove the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING tioning the motors forward WLL reduce the con REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of trollability ofthe wheelc hair This procedure MUST the manual be performed by an Invacare Dealer 2 Perfom one 1 of the following NOTE If motors are repositioned the front riggings may A WHEELCHAIR EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP RE need to be repositioned Refer to ADJUSTING REPLAC MOVABLE FOOTBOARD Remove the hex ING TELESCOPING FRONT RIGGING SUPPORT in screws and spacers that secure the battery tray PROCEDURE 9 of the owner s manual 1080722 hanger bracket and footboard mounting bracket to the wheelchair frame FACTORY SETIINGS MOTORMOUNTING POSTONS WHEELCHAIR NOT EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD Remove the front hex screw that secures the battery tray hanger bracket to the wheelchair frame N A 3 Rotate battery tray hanger bracket up in ur ie ii di id Left side of wheelchair only Remove the front dust FRONT FRONT FRONT cover from the end of the crossbrace NOTE Left is determined by sitting in the wheelchai
99. hown in FIGURE 22 The longer socket screws must be positioned in the mounting holes on the OUTSIDE ofthe wheel chairframe and the short socket screws must be in the mounting holes on the INSIDE of the wheel chair fame Otherwise damage to the gearbox may result 12 Use Loctite 242 and tighten the motor gearbox to the wheelchair frame securely with the six 6 socket screws Torque to 60 inch pounds 13 Connect the clutch handle to the new motor gearbox and line up the mounting holes 14 Insert the pin through clutch handle and new motor gearbox as shown in DETAIL B in FIGURE 22 NOTE Make sure the detent ball on the pin is fully visible 15 Repeat STEPS 6 13forthe opposite side ofthe wheel chair if necessary 16 Reinstall the drive wheels onto the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING DRIVE WHEELS in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual 17 Leftside of wheelchair only Reinstall the front dust cover onto the end of the crossbrace 18 Line up the mounting hole in the battery tray hanger bracket with the mounting hole in the wheelchairframe F W D W H E E L H A R 5 F W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 PROCEDURE 13 19 Perform 1 of the following A WHEELCHAIR EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP RE MOVABLE FOOTBOARD Reinstall the hex screws and spacers that secure the battery tray hanger bracket and footboard mounting bracket to the wheelchair frame Use Loctite 242 and torque to 1
100. illips screws that secure the wiring harness to the charger cable mounting bracket Remove the existing wiring hamess from wheelchair Position the rear battery connector of the new wiring harness on the wheelchair frame as shown in FIG URE 19 and secure with the two 2 phillips screws and spacers Position the front battery connector on the wheelchair frame as shown in FIGURE 19 and secure with the two 2 phillips bolts and locknuts 57 PROCEDURE 13 11 Secure the wiring hamess to existing charger cable mounting bracket on the seat frame with the two 2 phillips screws 12 Connect the wiring harness BLUE to the controller connector BLUE NOTE See FIGURE 19 for proper positioning of con nections on wire connector support 13 Postion the right hand motor controller connection and the left hand motor controller connection side by side on the wire connector support 14 Postion the battery wiring harness controller con nection on top of the right left hand motor con troller connections NOTE When securing the above connections to wire connector support make sure to wrap tie wrap around crossbrace and thread through slot in wire connector support 15 Secure the connections stated in STEPS 13 and 14 to the wire connector support with a tie wrap 16 Install the battery boxes Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING THE BATTERY BOXES PRO CEDURE 12 of this manual 17 Install the shrouds Refer to REMOVING INS
101. ion Invacare has placed RED ORANGE WARNING TAGS on some equipment DO NOT remove these tags Carefully read battery battery charger information prior to installing servicing or operating your wheelchair oOmz rmo co gt 2 PROCEDURE 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING CAUTION LABEL LOCATION MWD MODELS R2 sc R2 anparp R2 series CAUTION ENGAGE limit switch BEFORE re moving seat damage to seat can occur STEP 1 PULL BACK Stabilizers may vary depending on manufacturing date of the wheelchair WARNIN POINTS Crossbrace Push Bracket NOTE This waming label is found on mod els built before 3 1 00 For warning label locations on chairs built after 3 1 00 refer to the warning label on page 11 Wiring Harness for Battery Box Lid GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 WARNING CAUTION LABEL LOCATION FWD MODELS R2 sc R2 ann R2 series Side Frame WARNING v Replacement con toller MUST be SAME part number S Controller Back View ACAUTION HIGH BACK CAPTAIN S SEATS ENGAGE ONIY Disconnect imit switch step age to seat can occur NOTE Caution Label is located on side shroud Motor Assembly Y Repositioning the motors WILL af f fect the stability and or perfor A WARNING SS mance of the whe
102. l the measurement is between 7 8 and 1 inch F Tighten the jamnut on the stabilizer cylinder 1 Locknut Stabilizer Plates Stabilizer Cylinder BOTTOM Hex Bolt 7 Bottom of Stabilizer lt gt Cylinder FIGURE 13 ADJ USING TYPEA STABILIZER ASSEMBLY FOR USER PREFERENCE 74 MWD WHEELCHAIRS Adjusting Type B Stabilizer Assembly for User Preference FIGURE 14 NOTE Refer to STABILIZER INDENTIFICATION in the beginning of this section to determine correct sta bilizer assembly 1 While the user is in the wheelchair measure the dis tance between the bottom of the stabilizer wheel and the ground floor NOTE The distance between the bottom of the stabilizer wheel and the ground floor is factory set at one 1 inch 2 To increase obstacle climbing ability or stability per form the following A Loosen the jam nut on the stabilizer cylinder rod and back the jamnut down until it is touching the adjustment nut B Remove bottom hex bolt and locknut that secure bottom of the stabilizer cylinder to the stabilizer plates C Perform one 1 of the following Increase obstacle climbing ability Tum the bottom of the stabilizer cylinder COUNTERCLOCKWISE Increase stability Tum the bottom of the stabi lizer cylinder CLOCKWISE D Line up mounting holes in stabilizer cylinder and the stabilizer plates and reinstall the bottom hex bolt E Check performance of the wheelchair Repeat
103. le from the mo tor gearbox 5 Feed existing clutch handle through wheelchair frame 6 Remove the rubber tip from the new clutch handle 7 nstall the new clutch handle onto the wheelchair NOTE Make sure the new clutch handle is pointing to wards the outside of the wheelchair 8 Install the rubber tip onto the new clutch handle 9 Connectthe clutch handle to the motor gearbox and line up the mounting holes in the clutch handle and motor gearbox 10 Insert the pin through the clutch handle and motor gearbox as shown in DETAIL A in FIGURE 21 NOTE Make sure the detent ball on the pin is fully vis ible 60 FWD WHEELCHAIRS 11 Repeat STEPS 2 10 for the opposite side of the wheelchair if necessary 12 Reinstall the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual Clutch Handle Tip STEPS 2 6 8 Fa 3 STEPS 4 7 Outside of Wheelchair Motor gt Gearbox DEIAIL A id A Motor Gearbox lt n Clutch Handle STEP 9 etent Ba FIGURE 21 REPLACING CLUTCH HANDLES RANGER II FWD BASIC REPLACING MOTOR GEARBOX 2 AND R2 FIGURE 22 1 Remove the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 2 Perform one 1 of the following A For R2 Proceed to STEP FOR R2 Cut the tie wrap that secures the following con nections to the wire conn
104. left hand motor cable and the controller cable to the crossbrace with a tie wrap Install the battery boxes Refer to REMOVING IN STALLING THE BATTERY BOXES in PROCE DURE 12 of this manual Install the front and rear shroud Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual m PROCEDURE 7 ELECTRONICS Mounting Stud on Wheelchair Frame Washer MKIV Controller Locknuts MKIV Controller Right Hand Motor Controller Connection Left Hand Motor Controller Connection Wire Connector Support Controller Cable Battery Wiring Harness Slot and Controller Connection Left Hand BLUE Motor Cable FIGURE 3 REMOVING INSTALLING MKIV CONTROLLER 14 INCH WIDE MODELS 26 LIMIT SWITCH This Procedure Includes the Following Disconnecting Connecting Limit Switch Adjusting Limit Switch After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely other wise injury or damage may result DISCONNECTING CONNECTING LIMIT SWITCH FIGURE 1 NOTE The following procedure is for High Back Captain s seat model wheelchairs only Disc onnect limit switch BEFORE removing seat or damage to switch may occur 1 Perform one 1 of the following
105. manual Install the batteries Referto INSTALL ING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual FIG URE 1 ASSEMBLING RANGERII AWD INTEGRATED SLING SEATS 46 FWD WHEELCHAIRS Unfolding Folding Captain s Seat FIGURE 2 UNFOLDING 1 Push down on the push brackets until they are flush with the pivot links on the crossbraces 2 Assemble the wheelchair Refer to FIGURE 2 3 Install the shrouds Refer to REMOVING INSTALL PROCEDURE 13 FOLDING 1 HIGH BACK CAPTAIN S SEATS ONLY Discon nect the limit switch Refer to DISCONNECTING CONNECTING LIMIT SWITCH in PROCEDURE 6 of this manual 2 Remove the Captain s Seat Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PROCEDURE 5 ING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual 4 Install the Captain s Seat Refer to REMOVING IN STALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual 5 HIGH BACK CAPTAIN S SEATS ONLY Connect the limit switch Refer to DISCONNECTING CON NECTING LIMIT SWITCH in PROCEDURE 6 ofthis manual Install the electronics Refer to PREPARING MKIV JOYSTICK FOR USE PROCEDURE 7 a ee of this manual Determine the proper mo tor mounting position Re fer to REPOSITIONING MOTORS in this proce dure of the manual Push Brackets of this manual 3 Remove the shrouds Refer to REMOVING INSTALL ING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual 4 Remove the batteries battery tray and footr
106. n determined in STEP 3 5 Reinstall TOP hex bolt two 2 washers and locknut Refer to FIGURE 3 for correct hardware orientation The back canes MUST be tightened se curely to the wheelchair frame BEFORE using the wheelchair otherwise injury or damage may occur Use Loctite 242 on the hex bolt and torque to 75 inch pounds 6 Use Loctite 242 on the hex bolt and torque the hex bolt to 75 inch pounds 7 Repeat STEPS 2 6 for opposite side of wheelchair Washers Locknut TOP Hex Bolt Apply Loctite 242 and torque Washers to 75 inch B pounds DETAIL B 90 95 1000 105 ce f coto ee e e e 4 1 amp il Y FIGURE 3 CHANGING BACK ANGLE SEAT FRAME REPLACING BACK CANES FIGURE 4 Top Half of Back Canes 1 Flip the armrests up and out of the way Refer to US ING ADJUSTING FLIP BACK ARMRESTS in PRO CEDURE 4 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 NOTE If the back height of the wheelchair is staying the same note the position of the existing top half of the back cane s before removing from the wheelchair 2 Remove the phillips screw and washer that secure the back upholstery to the existing top half of the back cane 3 Slide the back upholstery up to expose the two 2 hex bolts washers and locknuts 4 Remove the two 2 hex bolts washers and locknuts that secure the existing top half of the back cane to the bottom half
107. ne 1 of the following INTEGRATED SLING SEAT MODELS Fold the wheelchair Referto TRANSPORTING RANGER ILEWD in PROCEDURE 12 of this manual B CAPTAIN S SEAT MODELS Remove the Captain s Seat from the wheelchair Refer to RE MOVING INSTALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PRO CEDURE 5 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 4 HIGH BACK CAPTAIN S SEAT MODEL WHEEL CHAIRS ONLY DETAIL A Remove the phono jack nut that secures the phono jack to the side shroud 5 Remove the phillips screws bolts washers and lock nuts that secure side shroud and filler to the wheel chair frame Refer to FIGURE 2 for phillips screw and washer locations 6 Remove side shroud and filler from the wheelchair 7 RepeatSTEPS 5 6forthe opposite side of the wheel chair if necessary INSTALLING SIDE SHROUDS AND FILLERS 1 Position side shroud and filler on the wheelchair frame 2 Line up the mounting holes in the side shroud and filler with the mounting holes in the wheelchair frame DO NOT overtighten the phillips screws and phillips bolt that secure the side shroud to the wheelchair frame oth erwise damage to the side shroud can occur 3 Install the phillips screws bolts washers and lock nuts that secure the side shroud and filler to the wheel chair frame and tighten securely DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN Refer to FIGURE 2 for phillips screw bolt washer and locknut locations 4 RepeatSTEPS 1 3 for the opposite side of the
108. ng straps around each battery box as shown in DETAIL A of FIGURE 7 and clip retaining strap together NOTE Make sure battery box leads are on the same side as battery connectors on wheelchair frame 5 Connect the battery box leads to the battery con nectors on the wheelchair frame 68 MWD WHEELCHAIRS PROCEDURE 14 6 If necessary reinstall the removeable footboard 2 Turn the battery tray slightly to one 1 side Refer to REMOVING THE REMOVABLE 3 Position the battery tray pins over the mounting slots FOOTBOARD ASSEMBLY FROM THE WHEEL on the hanger brackets CHAIR in PROCEDURE 3 of this Owner s Manual WARNING rt ber 1080722 Make sure pins of battery tray are secure in the mounting slots of the hanger bracket otherwise injury ordamage may result Retaining Strap 4 2 Front Battery Box Rear P in S CIR 4 Push down on the battery tray to secure in place pare S 2 5 Install the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING RE Box 9 g J Front of the MOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the X Wheelchair manual EM 6 Battery Connections Side of Wheelchair Frame 8 6 If necessary install the shrouds Refer to REMOV 2 ING INSTALLING SHROUDS MWD WHEEL Bau CHAIRS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual M W D W H E E L H A R 5 Removing gt 1 If necessary remove the shrouds Refer to REMOV FIG URE 7
109. nto the charger plug on the wheelchair Most digital voltmeters are not affected by polarity however analog meters meters with swing ing needles can be and should be used carefully A good meter reading should be 25 5 to 26 VDC 6 Have two 2 individuals one 1 on each arm apply as much downward pressure as possible on the arms of the wheelchair TROUBLESHOOTING 7 Turn the wheelchair ON and push the joystick for ward trying to drive the wheelchair through the sta tionary object This puts a heavy load on the batteries as they try to push through the stationary object Read the meter while the motors are straining to determine the voltage under load NOTE If the voltage drops to less than 23 5 volts from a pairoffully charged batteries while under load they should be replaced regardless of the unloaded voltages Battery Charger MS Connector z 3 Digital Voltmeter FIGURE 1 HELD LOAD TEST USING HYDROMETER TO CHECK BATTERY CELLS LEAD ACID FIGURE 2 NOTE Perform this procedure when a digital voltmeter is not available NEVER smoke or stike a match near the batteries If the caps of the battery cells are removed NEVER look directly into them when charging the battery The use of rubber gloves and safety glasses is recommended when testing the battery cells When reading a hydrometer DO NOT al low any liquid to come in contact with your eyes or skin It is a form of acid and can c
110. nut that secure the caster to the new fork 12 Torque the locknut to 120 inch pounds 13 Loosen the locknut 1 8 of a turn 14 Move the caster side to side NOTE If the caster moves side to side tighten the locknut slightly Repeat STEP 14 until there is no side to side movement of the caster 15 Adjust the fork Refer to ADJUSTING FORKS in PROCEDURE 8 of the owner s manual part num ber 1080737 m Caster Headtube Dust Cover Locknut Nylon Washer Locknut Fork Washer Hex Screw Washer Caster FIGURE 5 REPLACINGFORKS 32 SHROUDS This Procedure Includes the Following Removing nstalling Shrouds After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely other wise injury or damage may result REMOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS MWD Wheelchairs FIGURE 1 REMOVING FRONT SHROUD 1 Tum the two 2 1 4 turn bolts that secure front shroud to the two 2 side shrouds COUNTERCLOCKWISE 2 Remove the front shroud from the wheelchair INSTALLING FRONT SHROUD 1 Position the two 2 1 4 tum bolts with the two 2 mount ing holes in the side shrouds 2 Install the front shroud onto the two 2 side shrouds 3 Tum the two 2 1 4 tum bolts that secure the front shroud to the two 2 side shrouds CLOCKWISE REMOVING REAR SHROUD AND REAR STORAGE COMPARTMENT NOTE The rear storage compartment is available on wheelchairs
111. o the battery cable may result when in Stalling battery terminal caps 2 Connect battery cable s to battery ies terminal s Dual U1 or Dual Group 22 Battery Boxes post s as follows DETAIL DETAIL B of FIG URE 3 depending on battery type Perform one 1 of the following methods for connecting TIVE battery terminal post A FOR DUAL U1 BATTERIES Use direct mount method Refer to FIGURES 2 and 3 B POSITIVE RED battery cable to POSITIVE battery terminal post FOR DUAL GROUP 22 NF BATTERIES THAT HAVE MOUNTING HOLES IN THE BATTERY Secure the battery cable s ring terminal s to the TERMINAL S POST S Use direct mount battery terminal s post s BLACK to NEGATIVE method Refer to FIGURES 2 3 AND 4 and RED to POSITIVE with the provided 1 4 20 x 7 8 inch hex flange screw and hex flange FOR DUAL GROUP 22 NF BATTERIES THAT Securely tighten DETAIL A or DETAIL DO NOT HAVE MOUNTING HOLES IN THE Bof FIGURE 3 depending on battery type BATTERY TERMINAL S POST S Use battery clamp method Refer to FIGURES 4 5 AND 6 4 Verify all battery cable s ring terminal s are correctly installed and securely tightened DIRECT MOUNT METHOD FIGURE 2 AND 3 5 Slide terminal cap s down battery cable s and onto Install battery terminal cap s onto battery cable s as battery clamps FIGURE 3 follows FIGURE 2 6 Secure each terminal cap in place with a tie wrap
112. olts STEPS 8 13 Locknut STEPS 5 16 Pivot Tube Plug Pin STEPS 10 11 Locknut STEPS 5 16 STEPS 4 17 UN Tie Wraps STEPS 7 14 DETAIL A STEPS 9 12 MWD WHEELCHAIRS FWD WHEELCHAIRS l Front of Front of Wheelchair Note orientation of hex bolt washers coved washers and locknut for installation of new crossbraces FIGURE 2 REPLACING CROSSBRACES CAPTAIN S SEATS 40 BATTERIES This Procedure includes the following Installing Removing Batteries into From Battery Boxes Connecting Battery Cables Make sure power to the wheelchair is OFF be fore performing this procedure The use ofrubberglovesand safety glassesisrec ommended when working with batteries Invacare strongly recommends that battery in Sallaton and battery replacement ADMAYS be done by a qualified tec hnician After ANY adjustments repairorservice and BE FORE use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury ordamage may result NOTE For changing or removing installing the bat tery boxes refer to PROCEDURE 13 FWD wheel chairs or PROCEDURE 14 MWD wheelchairs INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERIES INTO FROM BATTERY BOXES FIGURE 1 NOTE To remove the battery ies from the battery box es reverse the following procedure NOTE Have the following tools available TOOL QTY COMMENTS Battery Lifting Strap 1
113. ote the position of the stabilizer wheel for installa tion of the new stabilizer wheel 1 Remove the hex bolt and locknut that secure the exist ing stabilizer wheel and spacers to the stabilizer plates MWD WHEELCHAIRS 2 Remove existing stabilizer wheel from the wheelchair 3 Position the new stabilizer wheel and spacers between the stabilizer plates 4 Reinstall the hex bolt through the stabilizer plates spac ers and new stabilizer wheel and tighten securely 5 Repeat STEPS 1 4 for opposite side of wheelchair w S Mount S Stabilizer Ce Wheel in TOP Mounting Hole Only i Locknut q Stabilizer Plates NS Hex Bolt S Spacers Stabilizer Wheel FIGURE 18 REPLACING SIABILZER WHEEL FOR TYPE A AND TYPE B STABILIZER ASSEMBLES Replacing Stabilizer Wheel for Type C Stabilizer Assemblies FIGURE 19 NOTE Refer to STABILIZER INDENTIFICATION in the beginning of this section to determine correct stabilizer assembly 1 Secure the fork to the caster with one 1 7 16 20 x 3 1 4 inch hex screw washer and locknut 2 Torque the locknut to 120 in lbs 3 Loosen the locknut 1 8 of a tum by turning the locknut COUNTER CLOCKWISE 4 Move the caster side to side NOTE If the caster moves side to side tighten the locknut slightly Repeat STEP 3 until there is no side to side move ment 5 Repeat STEP 1 for other caster and fork 7 16 20x Locknut 3 1 4 inch Hex Sc
114. p and out of the way Refer to US ING ADJUSTING FLIP BACK ARMRESTS in PRO CEDURE 4 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 2 Remove phillips screw and washer that secure back upholstery to the existing top half of the back cane 3 Slide the back upholstery up to expose the two 2 hex bolts washers and locknuts 4 Remove the two 2 hex bolts washers and locknuts that secure the top half of the back cane to the existing bottom half of the back cane 5 Remove the top half of the back cane from the existing bottom half of the back cane NOTE If the back angle of the wheelchair is staying the same note the position of the existing bottom half of the back cane s before removing from the wheelchair 6 Remove the two 2 hex bolts four 4 washers and two 2 locknuts that secure the bottom half of the back cane to the wheelchair 7 Remove the existing bottom half of the back cane from the wheelchair NOTE The existing insert will be reused 8 Remove the insert from the existing bottom half of the back cane 9 Install the insert into the new bottom half of the back cane and line up the mounting holes 10 Install the new bottom half of the back cane onto the wheelchair at the position noted NOTE If the back angle needs to be changed refer to CHANGING BACK ANGLE in this procedure of the manual 11 Reinstall the two 2 hex bolts four 4 washers and two 2 locknuts that secure the new bottom half of t
115. p around crossbrace and thread through slot in wire connector support C Securethe above connections to the wire con nector support with a tie wrap Reinstall the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 22 REPLACING MOTOR GEARBOX R2 FIGURE 23 STANDARD 1 Remove the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 2 Disconnectthe right and or left motor connector from the controller 3 Remove the drive wheels from the wheelchair Re fer to REMOVING INSTALLING DRIVE WHEELS in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual 4 Perform one 1 of the following A WHEELCHAIR EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP RE MOVABLE FOOTBOARD Remove the hex screw and washer that secure the battery tray hanger bracket to the wheelchair frame B WHEELCHAIR NOT EQUIPPED WITH FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD Proceed to STEP 6 62 Casting can result 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Use Loctite 242 and tighten battery tray mounting bracket and motor gearbox to the wheelchair frame securely with the six 6 socket screws Torque to 60 inch pounds Repeat STEPS 2 10 forthe opposite side of the wheel chair if necessary Reinstall the drive wheels onto the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING DRIVE WHEELS in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual Line up the mounting hole in the battery tray hanger bracket with the mounting hole in the w
116. pper Limit Switch Bracket Phillips Screws Washers lt and Lock nuts Actuator FIGURE 2 ADJ USTING LIMIT SWITCH 28 WHEELS PROCEDURE 9 This Procedure Includes the Following Replacing Pneumatic Tires Tubes Drive Wheels Casters Removing Installing Drive Wheels Removing Installing Drive Wheel Hub Replacing Casters Replacing Forks After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure all attaching hard ware is tightened securely otherwise in jury or damage may result CAUTION As with any vehicle the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced REPLACING PNEUMATIC TIRES TUBES DRIVE WHEELS CASTERS DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure p si DO NOT over inflate the tires Failure to follow these sug gestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm If tires are pneumatic replacement of tire or tube MUST be performed by a qualified technician formance of the tires REMOVING INSTALLING DRIVE WHEELS NEVER use a locking tab washer more than once ALWAYS use a NEW locking tab washer when installing the drive wheels 12 inch Drive Wheel FIGURE 1 REMOVING 1 tab of the locking washer that is bent 90 up against the head of the mounting screw MUST be flattened before the mounting screw can be removed 2 Remove the hexscrew locking tab
117. r FACTORY SETIINGS MOTORMOUNTING POSITIONS 5 Refer to the charts in this procedure to determine R2 aac AND R2 proper mounting position that corresponds to the user s weight 6 Removethe six 6 socket screws that secure the mo tor to the wheelchair frame MIDDLE MIDDLE MIDDLE 7 Position the motor on the wheelchair frame at the po MIDDLE MIDDLE MIDDLE M MIDDLE MIDDLE MIDDLE sition noted in STEP 5 as shown in FIGURE 20 g The longer socket screws must be positioned in MOTOR MOUNTING POSITIONS the mounting holes on the OUBIDE of the wheel chairframe and the shortsocket screws mustbe in the mounting holes on the INSIDE ofthe wheel chair frame Otherwise damage to the gearbox may result 59 F W H E E L H A R 5 PROCEDURE 13 STEPS2 4 10 11 12 Dust Cover Not Shown Battery Tray Hanger Bracket Spacers Hex Screws 4 Footboard Mounting 5 Bracket D LONG Socket Screws Apply Loctite 242 and torque to 60 inch pounds STEPS 6 8 6 Wheelchair Frame SHORT Socket Screws Apply Loctite 242 and torque 60 gt inch pounds STEPS 6 8 Motori c Gearbox 7 NOTE Basic motor gearbox shown only for clarity Stan dard motor gearbox reposition the same way NOTE Basic motor gearbox It is not necessary to dis connect clutch handle from the motor gearbox FRONT MOTOR MOUNTING POSI
118. r phillips screw through the armrest insert armrest plate and armrest pad and tighten securely 14 Reinstall the front phillips screw into the armrest plate and armrest pad and tighten securely 15 Repeat STEPS 11 14 for opposite side of wheelchair 16 Install Loctite 242 onto the three 3 hex bolts 17 Installthe three 3 hex bolts spacers and locknuts that secure joystick mounting bracket to armrest plate 18 Slide the joystick mounting tube through the joystick mounting bracket to the desired position 19 Secure adjustment lock to joystick mounting tube by turning lever on adjustment lock REMOVING INSTALLING MKIV CONTROLLER WARNING Replacement controller MUST be same part number as factory installed controller Otherwise injury or damage may result 16 18 or 20 inch Wide Models FIGURE 2 REMOVING 1 Ifnecessary remove the rear shroud and rear compart ment if equipped Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 2 Remove the battery boxes Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING THE BATTERY BOXES for one 1 of the following FWD WHEELCHAIRS in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual MWD WHEELCHAIRS in PROCEDURE 14 of this manual 3 Disconnect the following connections The right hand motor and controller connection B The left hand motor and controller connection C Battery wiring hamess and controller connection 4 Remove the two 2 locknuts that secure the existing
119. ray Hanger Bracket MKIV Controller Front Hex Rear Locknut Loosen Screw but Do Not Remove FIGURE 17 REPLACING LEFT BATIERY TRAY HANGER BRACKET FOR MODEL PROCEDURE 13 11 Reinstall locknut that secures the front of the MKIV controller and rear of the left battery tray hanger bracket to the wheelchair frame Use Loctite 242 and torque to 156 in lbs 12 Tighten the rear locknut that secures MKIV controller to the wheelchair and torque to 156 in lbs REPLACING MRING HARNESS FIGURE 18 16 18 and 20 inch Wide Models 1 Ifnecessary remove the front and rear shrouds Re ferto REMOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PRO CEDURE 10 of this manual 2 Remove the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual 3 HIGH BACK CAPTAIN S SEAT MODEL WHEEL CHAIRS ONLY DETAIL Perform the following A Disconnectthe limit switch Referto DISCON NECTING CONNECTING LIMIT SWITCH in PROCEDURE 8 of this manual B Remove the phono jack nut that secures the phono jack to the side shroud 4 Disconnectthe wiring harness BLUE from the con troller connector BLUE 5 Remove the two 2 phillips screws and spacers that secure the rear battery connector to the wheelchair frame Remove the two 2 phillips bolts and locknuts that secure the front battery connectorto wheelchair frame 7 Remove the two 2 phillips screws that secure the wiring hamess to the charger ca
120. rew Washer X 9 Washer FIGURE 19 REPLACING SIABILIZER WHEEL FOR TYPE A AND TYPE STABILIZER ASSEMBLES 77 PROCEDURE 14 REPLACING STABILIZER CYLINDER SPRINGS FIGURE 16 Replacing Stabilizer Cylinder Springs for Type A Stabilizer Assemblies FIGURE 14 NOTE Refer to STABILIZER INDENTIFICATION in the beginning of this section to determine correct sta bilizer assembly 1 necessary remove the front shroud Refer to RE MOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual 2 Loosen the jam nut on the stabilizer cylinder 3 Remove the top hex bolt and locknut that secure the stabilizer cylinder to the wheelchair frame 4 Remove the bottom bolt and locknut that secure the bottom of the stabilizer cylinder to the stabilizer plates 5 Remove the stabilizer cylinder from the wheelchair 6 Unscrew the stabilizer cylinder pivot and jam nut from the stabilizer cylinder The dabiizerc yiinderspring isundercompression SLOWY remove the adjustment nut while check ing to make sure the cylinder spring is becoming uncompressed If the spring is not becoming uncompressed DO NOTremove the adjustment nut otherwise injury ordamage can occur Con tactinvacare Technical Service 1 800 832 4707 7 SLOWLY remove adjustment nut and plate from sta bilizer cylinder while checking to make sure existing stabilizer cylinder spring is becoming uncompressed 8 Remove the existing stabili
121. ry Charger 1 Supplied Extension Cord 1 Not Supplied 3 prong plug 15 ampere current rating industrial type Wheelchairs Equipped With MCC Mark IV J oystick Detail A of FIGURE 6 1 necessary remove the rear shroud Refer to RE MOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS MWD WHEEL CHAIRS in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual 2 Attach the battery charger connector to the charger cable battery hamess 3 Plug the charger s AC power cord or extension into the grounded 120 VAC wall outlet 4 Wait until charging is complete 5 If necessary install the rear shroud Refer to RE MOVING INSTALLING SHROUDS MWD WHEEL CHAIRS in PROCEDURE 9 of this manual Wheelchairs Equipped With Mark IV RII J oystick Detail of FIGURE 6 1 Attach the battery charger connector to the charger port on the FRONT of the joystick 2 Plugthe charger s AC power cord or extension into the grounded 120 VAC wall outlet 3 Wait until charging is complete NOTE Allow eight 8 hours for normal charging Larger batteries greater than 55 ampere hours or severely dis charged batteries may require up to sixteen 16 hours to be properly charged and equalized NOTE R2 and 2 yoann ONLY If the charger operates for sixteen 16 hours and is unable to fully charge the batteries an internal timer turns the charger off and begins to fast blink the green light NOTE If the batteries need to be charged more often or take longer to char
122. s Overall Width No joystick 20 5 8 inches N 5 Overall Length With 8 inch rear casters and 93 front riggings With 8 inch rear casters and no front riggings Drive Wheels Tires Caster w Precision Sealed Bearings lt REAR DRIVE POSITION 43 1 2 inches 32 1 2 inches lt NOTE Refer to PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION in PROCEDURE 1 of this manual 12 1 2 X 2 1 4 inch Pneumatic Standard Flat Free Optional 8 x 1 3 4 inch Semi Pneumatic Std 8 x 2 inch Pneumatic Opt 6 x 2 inch Semi Pneumatic Opt Footrests Legrests Swingaway Removable Weight W O Batteries 83 lbs W Batteries Gel Cell 153 lbs Shipping 98 Ibs Armrests Removable Flip Back Fixed or Adjustable Height Desk and Full Length Upholstery Black Nylon Batteries U1 Gel Cell PERFORMANCE Speed 0 to 3 6 Turning Radius 24 inches Range variable 14 miles Weight Limitation 200 Ibs NOTE Refer to PERCENTAGE OF WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION in PROCEDURE 1 of this manual Footnotes 1 14 wide x 16 in deep wheelchair with MKIV RII electronics 2 Range will vary with battery conditions surface terrain and operators weight 3 Includes seating systems and accessories GENERAL GUIDELINES PROCEDURE 1 This Procedure Includes the Following Repair or Service Information Operating Information CONTROLLER SETTINGS FOR R2 Set up of the Electronic Control Unit is to be performed ON
123. s Procedure Includes the Following Assembling Ranger Il MWD When to Charge Batteries Charging Batteries Replacing Batteries Installing Removing Battery Boxes Battery Tray Replacing Wiring Harness Stabilizer Identification Adjusting Stabilizer Springs Adjusting Stabilizer for User Preference Replacing Stabilizer Cylinders Replacing Stabilizer Wheels Replacing Stabilizer Cylinder Springs Repositioning Motors Replacing Clutch Handles 2 Replacing Motor Gearbox R2 AND R2 Replacing Motor Gearbox 2 STANDARD M W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 AND R2 250 SERIES Install the electronics Refer to REPOSITIONING MKIV JOYSTICK in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual Seat Rails xc MWD WHEELCHAIRS After ANY adjustments repairorservice and BE FOREuse make sure thatall attaching hardware is ghtened securely otherwise injury or dam age may result ASSEMBLING RANGER II MWD The weightofthe wheel hairwithoutthe userand batteries is still between 100 and 116 Ibs Use proper lifting techniques lift with your legs to avoid injury Extreme caution isadvised when itis necessary to move UNOCCUPIED power wheelchair Invac are recommendsusing two 2 assistants and making thorough preparations Make sure tp use ONLY sec ure non detac hable parts forhand hold supports Keep handsand fingers clearof moving partsto avoid injury Unfolding Folding Integra
124. s on the head of the hex screw 7 If one 1 of the tabs on the locking tab washer is NOT parallel with one 1 of the flats on the head of the hex screw FIGURE 1 TIGHTEN the hex screw until the closest flat and locking tab are parallel NOTE Tighten hex screw only DO NOT loosen hex screw to make one of the tabs on the locking washer parallel 8 Bend the parallel tab of locking tab washer up tight against flat of the hex screw FIGURE 1 14 inch Drive Wheel FIGURE 2 REMOVING 1 Remove the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES for one 1 of the following FWD WHEELCHAIRS in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual MWD WHEELCHAIRS in PROCEDURE 14 of this manual 2 Remove the four 4 beveled locknuts that secure the drive wheel to the wheel hub 3 Removethe existing drive wheel from the wheel hub Wheel Hub Drive Wheel Assembly Assembly Four 4 Beveled Hex Nuts FIGURE 2 REMOVING INSIALLING 14 INCH DRIVE WHEELS WHEELS INSTALLING Install drive wheel onto wheel hub 2 Securethedrive wheel onto the drive wheel hub with the existing four 4 beveledlocknuts Torque locknutsto 160 inch pounds 3 Repeat STEPS 1 2 for opposite side if necessary Install the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOV ING BATTERY BOXES for one 1 of the following FWD WHEELCHAIRS in PROCEDURE 13 of this manual MWD WHEELCHAIRS in PROCEDURE 14 of this manual REMOVING INSTALLING
125. t against Flat on lt vov Head of Hex Screw STEP 10 FIGURE REMOVING INSIALLING DRIVE WHEEL HUB PROCEDURE 9 REPLACING CASTERS FIGURE 4 1 Remove the hex screw washers and locknut that secure the caster to the fork Remove the caster from the fork Install Loctite 242 onto the hex screw Replace caster and reverse STEPS 1 3 Torque the locknut to 120 inch pounds Loosen the locknut 1 8 of a turn Move the caster side to side NOTE If the caster moves side to side tighten the locknut slightly Repeat STEP 7 until there is no side to side movement of the caster NOOR OND Fork Locknut Hex Screw Washer Washer Caster FIGURE 4 REPLACING CASTERS REPLACING FORKS FIGURE 5 1 Remove the hex screw washers and locknut that secure the caster to the existing fork Remove the caster from the existing fork Remove the dust cover Remove the locknut and nylon washer Drop the existing fork out of the caster head tube Slide the new fork into the caster head tube oar wh WHEELS NOTE Check bearing assemblies and replace if nec essary 7 Ensure that new fork slides completely into the caster head tube 8 Install nylon washer and secure with locknut Improper positioning of the washer will prohibit the free movement of the forks 9 Install Loctite 242 onto the hex screw 10 Position the caster into the new fork 11 Reinstall the hex screw washers and lock
126. ted Sling Seats FIGURE 1 UNFOLDING 1 Push down on the seat rails until the seat rails are positioned in the seat guides 2 Assemble the wheelchair Refer to FIGURE 1 3 lf necessary install the shrouds Refer to REMOV ING INSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual Seat Guides Install the footrests legrests Refer to INSTALLING RE MOVING FOOTRESTS or INSTALLING ELEVATING LEGRESTS in PROCEDURE 3 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 Adjust the stabilizers Refer to ADJUSTING STABILIZ ERS in this procedure of the manual Install the battery tray and batteries Refer to INSTALL ING REMOVING BATTERY TRAY and INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in this procedure of the manual FIG URE 1 ASSEMBLING RANGER Il MWD INTEGRATED SLING SEATS 64 MWD WHEELCHAIRS FOLDING 1 If necessary remove the shrouds Refer to REMOV INGANSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual Remove the batteries battery tray and footrests legrests from the wheelchair Refer to FIGURE 1 3 Lift up on the seat rails of the wheelchair Unfolding Folding Captain s Seats FIGURE 2 UNFOLDING 1 Push down on the push brackets until they are flush with the pivot links on the crossbraces Assemble the wheelchair Refer to FIGURE 2 Install the shrouds Refer to REMOVING INSTALL ING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual Install the captain s seat Refer to REMOVING IN STALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PROC
127. tery connectors on the wheelchair frame 5 Feed the retaining strap through the slot located on the top of the front shroud 6 Position the bottom of the front shroud in between the battery box and the battery tray 7 Clip the retaining strap together and pull strap tight to secure the front shroud and battery box in place 8 Feed the retaining strap through the slot located on the top of the rear shroud 9 Bundle excess joystick cable and tie wrap together See DETAIL A 10 Position bundled joystick cable between retaining strap and rear battery box See DETAIL 11 Clip the retaining strap together to secure the rear shroud and battery box in place 12 Press down on the rear shroud until the two 2 clips secure the rear shroud to the two side shrouds 13 Connect the battery cables from the battery boxes to the battery connectors on the wheelchair frame 50 FWD WHEELCHAIRS 14 If necessary install the Captain s Seat Refer to RE MOVING INSTALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PRO CEDURE 5 of this manual Joystick Cable Rear Battery LM I 1 Retaining lt Retaining Strap Strap Clip Rear Front Battery Battery Box Box 7 Front of the Battery Wheelchair Tray Battery Connections _ Side of Wheelchair Frame NOTE Wheelchair Frame not shown for clarity FIG URE 7 INSIALLING REMOVING BATIERY BOXES ALL MODES EXCEPT R2
128. ther than those authorized by Invacare DO NOT use your wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure P S 1 DO NOT overinflate the tires Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm The recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire CAW The warranty and performance specifications contained in this manual are based on the use of deep cycle gel cell or sealed lead acid batteries Invacare strongly recommends their use as the power source for this unti The use of rubber gloves and safety glasses is recommended when working with batteries Carefully read battery battery charger information prior to installing servicing or operat ing your wheelchair ELECTRICAL 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 grounded three prong wall receptacle in accordance with the National Electri cal Code If you must use an extension cord use ONLY a three wire extension cord having the same or higher electrical rating as the device being connected In addit
129. ting point to adjust the stabilizer spring FIG URE 12 ADJ USTING SIABILIZERS SPRINGS M W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 M W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 PROCEDURE 14 AD USTING STABILIZER FOR USER PREFERENCE Adjusting Type A Stabilizer Assembly for User Preference FIGURE 13 NOTE Refer to STABILIZER INDENTIFICATION in the beginning of this section to determine correct sta bilizer assembly 1 While the user is in the wheelchair measure the dis tance between the bottom of the stabilizer wheel and the ground floor NOTE Measurement MUST be between 7 8 and 1 inch 2 Ifthe measurementtaken in STEP 1 IS NOT between 7 8 and 1 inch perform the following procedure A Loosen the jam nut on the stabilizer cylinder rod and back the jamnut down until it is touching the adjustment nut B Remove bottom bolt and locknut that secure bot tom ofthe stabilizer cylinder to the stabilizer plates C Perform one 1 of the following MEASUREMENT GREATER THAN 1 INCH Tum the bottom of the stabilizer cylinder COUN TERCLOCKWISE MEASUREMENT LESS THAN 7 8 INCH Tum the bottom of the stabilizer cylinder CLOCKWISE D Line up mounting holes in stabilizer cylinder and the stabilizer plates and reinstall the bottom bolt E Perform one 1 of the following DISTANCE IS BETWEEN 7 8 AND 1 Reinstall the locknut tighten securely DISTANCE IS NOT BETWEEN 7 8 AND 1 INCH Repeat STEPS B E unti
130. tion SHUTOFF PROCEDURE A For Models R2 and R2 pan left unat tended the charger should automatically shut off when full charge is obtained B For R2 seres 1 Charger output and green light will stay ON until the power switch on the bat tery charger is moved to the OFF position There are some basic concepts which will help you understand this automatic process The amount of electrical current drawn within a given time to charge a battery is called charge rate If due to usage the charge stored in the battery is low the charge rate is high FOR MODELS R2 and R2 pago this is indi cated by the green light on the charger Initially the green light will stay illuminated for a short period of time followed by a longer period of off time As a charge builds up the charge rate is reduced and the following will occur A For Models R2 and R2 ranparn the green light will stay illuminated for a longer period of time fol lowed by a shorter off time B For Model R2 the battery charger rate 250 SERIES decreases to a trickle charge 66 MWD WHEELCHAIRS NOTE If performing the charging procedures indepen dently READ and CAREFULLY follow the individual in structions for each charger supplied or purchased NOTE If charging instructions are not supplied consult qualified service technician for proper procedures Required Items TOOL QUANTITY COMMENTS Batte
131. to read ohms Measure the resistance between the two 2 brake contacts A normal reading is 100 ohms O A read ing of 0 ohms or a very high reading i e MEG ohms or O L out of limit indicates a shorted brake or an open connection respectively If either condition exists send the motor to Invacare Technical Service for inspection repair A shorted electro mechanical brake will damage the brake output section in the con toller DO NOT connect a shorted electo mechanical brake to a good controller mod ule A shorted brake MUST be replaced NOTE A bad motor can damage the controller module but a bad controller should NOT damage a motor Cap Motor 4 Pin Motor Connector Ohmmeter FIGURE 5 ELECTRO MECHANICAL PARKING BRAKE TESTING 14 FRONT RIGGINGS This Procedure Includes the Following Adjusting Flip Up Removable Footboard Adjusting the Removable Footboard After ANY adjustments repair or service and BEFORE use make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely otherwise injury or damage may result USTING FLIP UP REMOVABLE FOOTBOARD NOTE This footboard assembly is located on models built BEFORE 3 1 00 Refer to ADJUSTING THE REMOV ABLE FOOTBOARD for the footboard assembly on models built AF TER 3 1 00 in this procedure of the manual NOTE The following procedures are for both FWD and MWD wheelchairs unless otherwise noted Ange FIGURE 1
132. to remove they are either overtightened or the motor has become very hot Let motors cool If caps still cannot be removed it is recommended that the motor be sent to Invacare Technical Services for inspection repair NOTE It is very important to note which way the brush comes out of the motor The brush MUST be placed into the motor exactly the same way to ensure good contact with the commutator 1 Once the motor brush caps have been removed pull the brushes out of the motor The end of the brushes should be smooth and shiny and the spring should not be damaged or discolored If one or both of the brushes are damaged only the damaged or worn brushes need be replaced It is very important that any time a brush is replaced it must be burned in This is accomplished by running the motor for one hour in each direction with a half hour break in be tween This should also be done with little or no load on the motor i e put the wheelchair up on blocks so the drive large wheels do not contact the ground and run the wheelchair A motor with only one brush replaced will only carry a small percentage of its rated load capacity until the NEW brush is burned in Cap Motor AS 4 Pin Motor Connector FIGURE 4 MOTOR BRUSH INSPECTION TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRO MECHANICAL PARKING BRAKE TESTING FIGURE 5 1 Onthe four pin motor connector locate the side by side connectors in the black housings Set the digital multimeter
133. utour prior consent LIMIIRIIONSANDEXCLUSIONS THEFOREGOING WARRANTY SHALLNOTAPPLY TO SERIALNUMBERED PROD UCTS IF THE SERIAL NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED PRODUCTS SUBJ ECT TO NEGLIGENCE ACCIDENT IMPROPER OPERATION MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE COMMERCIAL OR INSTITUTIONAL USE PRODUCTS MODIRED WTHOUTINVACARES EXPRESS WNITIEN CONSENTINC LUDING BUTNOTLIMITED TO MODIRCATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARISORATIACHMENTS PRODUCTSDAMAG ED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENTWIIHOUT IHE SPECIFIC CONSENTOF INVACARE ORTO A PRODUCT DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTIANC ES BEYOND INVACARES CONTROL AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLHY DETERMINED BY INVACARE THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMALWEAROR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS A CHANGE IN OPERATING NOISE PARTIC ULARLY RELATIVE TO MOTORS AND GEARBOXES DOES NOTCONSTIUE A FAILURE ALL SUCH DE VICESWLLEXHIBITA CHANGE IN OPERATING NOISE DUE TO AGING THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES IMPLIED WARRANTIES IF ANY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND HTNESS FOR A PARTIC ULAR PURPOSE SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY PRO VIDED HEREIN AND THE REMEDY FORVIOLATONSOFANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALLBE LIMTIED TO REPAIR ORREPRLACEMENTOF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN INVACARE SHALL NOTBE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER THIS WARRANTY SH
134. vailable at any hard ware store on the back as shown in FIGURE 3 and ad just the back until the magnetic protractor reads 61 3 Turn the wheelchair power switch on the joystick to the ON position NOTE The wheelchair should not operate 4 IF wheelchair operates proceed to the following steps to adjust the actuator on the upper limit switch bracket Fully recline the back Refer to ADJUSTING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PROCEDURE 5 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 NOTE This will make access to the limit switch easier B Loosen but do not remove the two 2 phillips screws washers and locknuts that secure the actuator to the upper limit switch bracket C Slide the actuator UP towards the top of the wheel chair DO NOT over tighten the phillips screws that secure the actuator to the upper limit switch bracket Damage to the actuator may occur 27 PROCEDURE 8 LIMIT SWITCH D Only tighten the two 2 phillips screws washers and locknuts that secure the actuator to the up per limit switch bracket until the actuator does not move Repeat STEPS 1 3 until the wheelchair does not operate when the captain s seat back is at a 24 angle C gt 24 Back 117 v Recline Angle 9 0 UN N 5 3 4 inches e Magnetic Protractor Will Y N read 61 when back recline 761 FEN angle is at 114 relative to the _ ii seat frame 5 Seat Angle U
135. wheel chair if necessary 5 HIGH BACK CAPTAIN S SEAT MODEL WHEEL CHAIRS ONLY If necessary perform the following Position the phono jack on the side shroud Reinstall the phono jack nut onto the phono jack and tighten securely 35 PROCEDURE 10 SHROUDS TE 7 Reinstall the rear shroud onto the wheelchair Refer Gy one 1 the raloning to REMOVING INSTALLING REAR SHROUD inthis A INTEGRATED SLING SEAT MODELS Unfold procedure of the manual 1 2 we aac 8 Reinstall the front shroud onto the wheelchair Refer to REMOVING INSTALLING FRONT SHROUD in this manual procedure of the manual B CAPTAIN S SEAT MODELS Reinstall the Captain s Seat onto the wheelchair Refer to RE MOVING INSTALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PRO CEDURE 5 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 Hear Shroud 14 inch wide chairs Pull this end of retaining strap to secure battery box in place Locknut Phillips Screws Phillips Screws Side Shroud Rear Shroud 16 18 20 inch wide chairs Washers Battery Charger Cover Pull this end of retaining strap to secure battery Filler Shroud Battery Box box in place N Phono Jack bN M DETIL A Battery Tray Front Shroud FIGURE 2 REMOVING INSIALLING SHROUDS FWD WHEELCHAIRS 36 CROSSBRACES This Procedure Includes the Following Adjusting Seat Width Integrated Sling Seats Replacing Crossbra
136. wheelchair frame as shown in FIG URE 10 and secure with the two 2 phillips screws and spacers Position the front battery connector on the wheelchair frame as shown in FIGURE 10 and secure with the two 2 phillips bolts and locknuts Secure the wiring hamess to existing charger cable mounting bracket on the seat frame with the two 2 phillips bolts and locknuts HIGH BACK CAPTAIN S SEAT MODEL WHEEL CHAIRS ONLY Perform the following A Position the new phono jack on the limit switch bracket B Reinstall the phono jack nut onto the new phono jack and tighten securely Connect the limit switch Refer to DISCONNECT ING CONNECTING LIMIT SWITCH in this pro cedure of the manual M W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 PROCEDURE 14 15 Connect the wiring harness BLUE to the con troller connector BLUE 16 Resecure the wiring harness and motor cables to the crossbraces with new tie wraps at the posi tions noted in STEP 8 MKIV Joystick NOTE Position of Charger Cable Mounting Bracket may vary depending on wheel Phillips Screws M W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 chair model and options STEPS 4 11 Spacers STEPS 4 11 Wiring Charger Harness Cable Locknuts i Mounting STEPS 6 13 Bracket E Phillips Bolts STEPS 6 13 Locknuts STEPS 5 12 Phillips Bolts STEPS 5 12 MWD WHEELCHAIRS 17 Reinstall the battery boxes Refer to INSTALLING REMOVI
137. y to the wheelchair frame REPLACING SEAT POSITIONING STRAP Captain s Seats FIGURE 1 S E A T B A K 1 Remove the Captain s seat from the wheelchair Refer to REMOVINGANSTALLING CAPTAIN S SEAT in PRO CEDURE 5 of the owner s manual part number 1080722 Remove the two 2 phillips screws and washers that secure the existing back upholstery to the back canes Remove the two 2 hex bolts washers and locknuts that secure one 1 back cane to the wheelchair frame 2 Remove the two 2 hex bolts washers and locknuts NOTE It is necessary to remove only one 1 back cane Mis the seat positioning strap to the seat frame 4 replace the back upholstery 5 Pull the loose back cane out of the existing back 3 Remove the two 2 halves of the seat positioning strap upholstery from the seat frame assembly P at 6 Pull the existing back upholstery up and over the 4 Positionthe two 2 new seat positioning strap halves on mounted back cane the inside of the seat frame assembly as shown in FIGURE 1 7 Install new back upholstery over mounted back cane 5 Position the mounting holes in the two 2 new seat po Washer Zo dS Back Upholstery sitioning strap halves with the mounting holes in the seat NO Pa es frame assembly x 6 Reinstall the two 2 hex bolts washers and locknuts rmi that secure the seat positioning strap to the seat frame C assembly and tighten securely AC
138. zer cylinder spring from the stabilizer cylinder NOTE Examine the stabilizer cylinder and replace if worn 9 Installthe new stabilizer cylinder spring onto the stabi lizer cylinder 10 Reinstall the plate and adjustment nut onto the stabi lizer cylinder as shown in FIGURE 16 11 Screw the jamnut and stabilizer cylinder pivot onto the stabilizer cylinder 12 Position the new stabilizer cylinder on the wheelchair as shown in FIGURE 16 13 Secure the top of the new stabilizer cylinder to the wheelchair frame with the hex bolt and locknut WARNING DO NOT overtighten Sabilizer cylinder will not operate properly 14 Secure the bottom of the new stabilizer cylinder to the stabilizer plates with the hex bolt and locknut M W D W H E E L ie H A R 5 M W H E E L ie H A R 5 PROCEDURE 14 15 Repeat STEPS 2 14 forthe opposite side of the wheel chair if necessary 16 Tighten the jamnut on the stabilizer cylinder WARNING Stabilizers MUST be adjusted BEFORE use oth erwise they will NOToperate properly 17 Adjust the front stabilizer s Refer to ADJUSTING STABILIZERS in this procedure of the manual 18 If necessary install the front shroud Refer to REMOV INGANSTALLING SHROUDS in PROCEDURE 10 of this manual Locknuts STEPS 3 7 13 Wheelchair N Frame iud TOP Hex Bolt STEPS 3 13 gt Stabilizer BOTTOM Hex Bolt

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