SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
Part No. 1106645
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R51™and R51LXP
WARNING
Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service verify that the ON/OFF
switch on the joystick is in the off position.
Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flame or combustible products.
Serious injury or damage to property may result.
DO NOT engage or disengage the motor locks/clutches until the power is in the
OFF position.
DO NOT climb, go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9°.
DO NOT attempt to drive over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your
wheelchair to turn over and cause bodily harm or damage to the chair.
DO NOT leave the power button in the on position when entering or exiting your
wheelchair.
DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair.
DO NOT use the footplates as a platform. When getting in or out of the wheelchair,
make sure that the footplates are in the upward position or swing footrests towards
the outside of the chair.
Anti-tippers MUST be used at all times. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or
gravel surfaces, anti-tippers may not provide the same level of protection against
tipover. Extra caution must be observed when traversing such surfaces.
Repair or Service Information
DANGER
Risk of Death, Serious Injury or Damage
Use of incorrect or improper replacement (service) parts may cause death, serious
injury, or damage.
Replacement parts MUST match original Invacare parts.
ALWAYS provide the wheelchair serial number to assist in ordering the correct
replacement parts.
DANGER
Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage
Incorrect repair and/or servicing of this wheelchair performed by users/caregivers
or unqualified technicians can result in death, serious injury, or damage.
Users/Caregivers — DO NOT attempt to repair and/or service this wheelchair.
Repair and/or service of this wheelchair MUST be performed by a qualified techni-
cian. Contact a dealer or Invacare technician.
