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A power chair, such as the Pronto M71 Power Chair by Invacare, usually has six wheels and is steered using a "joystick". Sometimes referred to as an electric wheelchair or power wheelchair, power chairs offer superior in-home maneuverability, fit almost anywhere and turn on a dime. A power chair is primarily designed for people who need help getting around indoors.
The Pronto M71 Power Chair puts six wheels on the ground provide optimum stability and has a true center-wheel-drive system for intuitive driving. A great power chair for those tight quarters and the Pronto M71 Power Chair also disassembles without the use of tools for easy transport.
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The Pronto M71 Power Chair
| Manufacturer: | Invacare |
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| Weight Capacity: | 300 lbs |
| Maximum Speed: | Up to 3 mph |
| Standard Color: | Red |
| Price: | Medicare may cover 80% of the cost of a new power chair. And if you have supplemental insurance, it may cover the remaining 20%. |
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"For 38% of the 54 million Americans with disabilities, mobility limitations and impairments are permanent. For these individuals, a variety of mobility aids and devices are necessary in order to provide support, motion and access, as well as to enable them to lead active and fulfilling lives." -- United Cerebral Palsy of New York City, http://www.ucpnyc.org |
Measurements
| Total Height: | 37"-40" |
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| Height - Floor to Seat: | 21"-23" (cushion not compressed) |
| Weight Capacity: | 300 lbs |
| Weight: | 205 lbs |
| Overall Length & Width: | 38-40" Long x 24" Wide |
| Ground Clearance: | 3.8" |
| Standard Seat Measurements: | 18" Wide x 18" Deep |
| Headrest: | Yes |
| Batteries: | Use only U1 gel cell batteries (Quantity - 2) |
| Battery Charger: | 3 Amp, on-board (standard) |
| Drive Train: | 2-Motor, mid-wheel Drive |
| Range: | Up to 25 Miles Per Full Charge |
| Speed: | Up to 3 mph |
| Steering Method: | Armrest joystick |
| Turning Radius: | 19.5" |
| Wheels: |
Front: 6" x 1.3" Drive: 10.5" x 3.5" Rear Casters: 6" x 1.3" |
| Warranty on Manufacturer's Parts: |
5 - Year - base frame 5 - Year - seat frame 1- Year - electronics 1- Year - motor/gear box |
Additional Features
- SureStep technology allows for smooth driving over thresholds and transitions
- Stylish design with candy red shroud color
- Compact size for the tightest overall turning radius possible
- True center-wheel-drive system for intuitive driving
- 6 wheels on the ground provide optimum stability
- Fully programmable MKIVT-RII electronics for maximum function and precise driver control
- Disassembles without the use of tools for easy transport
- Medium back van seats and with flip-up adjustable height and width arms
- Adjustable joystick mount
- Semi-recline back van seats and flip-up adjustable-height and width arms for added comfort
- Powerful 350-watt, high-torque motors for reliable performance
- Regenerative braking and automatic motor locks for dependable stopping
- 3-amp on-board charger for convenience
It should be stressed that may times electric power chairs, electric wheelchairs, and electric scooters are available at little or NO cost to you, depending upon your insurance qualifications.
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If this is all new to your, a Power chair is a personal mobility device that usually has six wheels and is steered using a "joystick". Sometimes referred to as a motorized wheelchair, power wheelchair, or just power chairs, they generally offer superior in-home maneuverability, fit almost anywhere and turn on a dime. An electric power chair is primarily designed for people who need help getting around indoors.
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Stay mobile with a new scooter or power chair. Contact a Personal Mobility Consultant to discuss your Medicare or Medicaid Payment Options
Power chair product availability varies by geographic location, so please check with your Personal Mobility Consultant for more information.
Note: Your physician determines the right power mobility solution for you based on your medical needs.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) allows for an electric wheelchair, power chair or POV/Scooter to be prescribed by the beneficiary's treating physician or practitioner. However, due to the relative safety risks associated with POV/Scooters compared to electric wheelchairs or power chairs, CMS recommends that POV/Scooters be prescribed by a Rheumatologist, Neurologist, Physiatrist, or Orthopedist.
