Quickie GT User manual

S E C T I O N E N G L I S H
GT / GTI
O w n e r ’ s M a n u a l
Quicki ®GT & GTi
Supplier: This manual must be given to the rider of this wheelchair.
Rider: Before using this wheelchair read this entire manual and save
for future reference.

I. INTRODUCTION
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SUNRISE MEDICAL LISTENS
Thank you for choosing a Quickie wheelchair. We want to hear your ques-
tions or comments about this manual, the safety and reliability of your chair,
and the service you receive from your Sunrise supplier. Please feel free to
write or call us at the address and telephone number below:
Sunrise Medical
Customer Service Department
2842 Business Park Ave
Fresno, CA 93727
[phone]
Be sure to return your warranty card, and let us know if you change your
address. This will allow us to keep you up to date with information about
safety, new products and options to increase your use and enjoyment of this
wheelchair. If you lose your warranty card, call or write and we will gladly
send you a new one.
FOR ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS
Your authorized supplier knows your wheelchair best, and can answer most
of your questions about chair safety, use and maintenance. For future refer-
ence, fill in the following:
Supplier:________________________________________________
Address:________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________
Telephone: ______________________________________________
Serial #: __________________ Date/Purchased: _______________

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I. INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 2
II. TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................................................... 3
III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS ....................................... 4
IV. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE ......................................... 5
A.Choose the Right Chair & Safety Options ................. 5
B. Review This Manual Often ............................................. 5
C.Warnings.............................................................................. 5
V. ENERAL WARNIN S....................................................... 5
A.Weight Limits .................................................................... 5
B. Intended Use ..................................................................... 5
C.Attendants and Caregivers.............................................. 5
D. Accessories ........................................................................ 5
E. Know Your Chair .............................................................. 5
F. Reduce The Risk of an Accident ................................... 6
.Safety Checklist ................................................................. 6
H.Changes & Adjustments .................................................. 6
I. Environmental Conditions .............................................. 6
J. Terrain ................................................................................. 6
K. Street Use .......................................................................... 6
L. Motor Vehicle Safety ........................................................ 6
M.When You Need Help ..................................................... 7
VI. SAFETY WARNIN S: FALLS & TIP-OVERS.................. 7
A.Center of Balance ............................................................ 7
B. Dressing or Changing Clothes ...................................... 7
C.Obstacles ............................................................................ 7
D. Front Caster LIft................................................................ 7
E. Reaching or Leaning.......................................................... 8
F. Moving Backward............................................................... 8
.Escalators............................................................................. 8
H.Ramps, Slopes & Sidehills ................................................ 9
I. Transfer ................................................................................ 9
J. Curbs & Single Steps......................................................... 10
K. Climbing a Curb or Single Step...................................... 10
L. Descending a Curb or Single Step................................. 10
M.Stairs ..................................................................................... 11
N.Climbing Stairs .................................................................. 11
O.Descending Stairs ............................................................. 11
VII. WARNIN S: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS ................. 12
A.Anti-Tip Tubes ................................................................... 12
B. Armrests ............................................................................. 12
C.Caster Pin Locks................................................................ 12
D. Cushion & Sling Seats ...................................................... 12
E. Fasteners ............................................................................ 12
F. Footrests.............................................................................. 12
.Pneumatic Tires ................................................................. 12
H.Positioning Belts Option .................................................. 13
I. Push Handles Option........................................................ 13
J. Quick-Release Axles ........................................................ 13
K. Rear Wheels ...................................................................... 13
L. Rear Wheel Locks ............................................................ 13
M.Modified Seat Systems ..................................................... 13
N.Seat and Back Upholstery .............................................. 13
O. Rear Suspension ................................................................ 13
VIII. USE AND MAINTENANCE .............................................. 14
A.Introduction ........................................................................ 14
B. Critical Maintenance Tips................................................. 14
C.Maintenance Chart ........................................................... 14
D. Cleaning Tips....................................................................... 14
E. Troubleshooting Chart ..................................................... 14
F. To Mount & Remove Rear Wheels ............................... 15
.Wheel Locks....................................................................... 15
H.Anti-tips Standard & Swing-away ................................... 15
I. Padded Swing-away Armrests ......................................... 16
J. Height Adjustable Armrests............................................. 16
K. Back Angle Performance .................................................. 16
L. Cushion Installation........................................................... 16
M.Storage Tips......................................................................... 16
N.Check-Out .......................................................................... 16
IX DEALER SERVICE & ADJUSTMENT ................................ 17
A.Dealer Service Introduction............................................ 17
B. Critical Maintenance Tips................................................. 17
C.Cleaning................................................................................ 17
D. Rear Axle ............................................................................. 17
E. T With XTR Suspension Rear Axle ........................... 19
F. Rear wheel Axle Nut Adjustment.................................. 19
.Rear Wheel Spacing........................................................... 19
H.Wheel Lock Adjustment .................................................. 20
I. Casters ................................................................................ 20
J. Standard Anti-tip Tubes..................................................... 21
K. Anti tip Swing-away ........................................................... 21
L. T with XTR Suspension Anti-tip Tubes ..................... 21
M.Padded Swing-away Armrests ......................................... 21
N.Height Adjustable Armrests............................................. 22
O.Armrest receiver Attachment Clamp ........................... 22
P. Footrest Height Adjustment............................................ 22
Q.Back Adjustments .............................................................. 22
R. Seat Sling Adjustment........................................................ 23
S. Rear Seat Height Adjustment.......................................... 24
T. Rear Axle Plate Suspension............................................. 24
U.XTR Suspension................................................................. 24
X. SUNRISE LIMITED WARRANTY ..................................... 25
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III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS
1. Backrest
2. Tire
3. Seat cushion
4. Seat sling
5. Footplate
6. Caster Leg
7. Caster Fork
8. Caster Wheel
9. Caster Housing
10. Hand rim
11. Wheel rim
12. Rear Wheel hub
13. Quick-release axle
14. Axle Plate
15. Camber Tube
16. Spokes
17. Folding Backrest Bracket
Note: All features may not be available with
some chair setups or in conjunction with
another chair feature. Please consult your
authorized supplier for more information.
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Weight
Chair weight will vary per component options
Adjustments
Caster angle, C , rear seat height, back angle,
footrest length, rear wheel spacing
Color
Natural Titanium Finish, Quickie colors
Frame Dimensions
Frame width: Std 12" - 20"
(XTR Suspension: 14" - 20")
Seat depth: 12" - 20"
(XTR Suspension: 14" - 20")
Backrest
Non-folding
Folding Lock Down Angle Adjustable
Height-adjustable & angle: 11"-14", 12"-16",
16"-20"
Fixed Height: 10"-20"
Opt– adjustable upholstery, vented adjustable
upholstery, folding push handles
Footrest
Std– Tubular
Opt– Tubular w/Cover,
Angle Adjustable Platform
Aluminum & Titanium
Casters
Std– 5" Low-profile Polyurethane
Opt– 4" Low-profile Poly,
4" Micro Light Up
4"x1" Aluminum Poly
4"x1.5" Aluminum soft Roll
3" Micro,
3" Micro Light Up
4", 5" & 6" x 1-1/2" wide poly
6" Poly
Frog Legs
Armrests
Opt– Padded Swing-Away
Opt– Single-Post Height-Adjustable
Axle Bracket
Std– Fore/Aft C Adjustable Bracket
Opt Camber– 0°, 3°, 6°, 9°
XTR Camber– 0°, 4°, 8°, amputee
Axles
Std– stainless steel
Opt– quad-release axle nuts
Anti-tip tubes
Opt– Rear anti-tip tubes, swing-away anti-tips
Standard rear wheels
Std– Lite Spoke
Opt- Mag
Quickie Performance wheels
Opt– Spinergy
Opt– Ultra lightweight
Opt– Mountain
Tire size
Std– 24"
Opt– 20", 22", 25", 26"
Tire types
Std - Pneumatic
Opt - Airless insert, Poly, Kevlar (24" only),
High-pressure clinchers (24",26" only),
Mountain bike (24" only), Full Poly, Kik,
Knobby V-TRAK, Schwalbe Marathon
Plus, Urban Assault
Hand rims
Std– aluminum
Opt– plastic-coated
vertical/oblique projections
Natural Fit
Wheel locks
High-push, high-pull, ergo scissor
Opt- compact
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V. GENERAL WARNINGS
A. WEI HT LIMITS
WARNIN
NEVER exceed the weight limit specified by Sunrise Medical. The weight
capacity provided by your manufacturer is for the combined weight of a rider
and items carried using on-board storage. If you do exceed the weight limit,
damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause
severe injury to the rider or others.
Weight Capacities
Quickie T - 265lbs/(120Kg).
Quickie Ti - 265lbs/(120kg).
B. INTENDED USE
The Quickie T Series of wheelchair's intended use is to provide mobility
to persons limited to a sitting position.
WARNIN
DO NOT use this device for purposes other than what is intended by the
manufacturer
1. The wheelchiar is not designed for weight training and is unsafe for
use as a seat while weight training. Weight training from the wheel-
chair substantially changes the stability of the chair and may cause
tipping.
2. DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair.
3. NEVER allow someone to stand on your chair or use it as a step
ladder.
4. This chair is designed for a single rider only.
5. Unauthorized modifications and use of parts or accessories not sup-
plied or approved by Sunrise Medical may change the chair struc-
ture. This will void the warranty and may cause a safety hazard. If
the warning is ignored, damage to your chair, and the potential
severe injury of the person using the chair for unintended purposes
can occur.
C. ATTENDANTS AND CARE IVERS
WARNIN
Before you assist a rider, be sure to read all warnings contained in this
manual, and follow all instructions that apply. Be aware that after consulting
a healthcare advisor, you will need to learn safe and proven body mechanics
to use and create assistive methods best suited to your abilities.
D. ACCESSORIES
WARNIN
Unauthorized modifications or use of parts, or accessories not supplied or
approved by Sunrise Medical may change the chair structure. This will void
the warranty and may cause a safety hazard.
Some problems that may occur, but are not limited to:
1. Incorrect Wheels and/or tires that put the rider at risk of a fall or tip-
over.
2. Adding a component to the frame, changing the structural integrity of
the chair.
3. Any modification or disassembly can potentially create an unsafe situa-
tion where rider and/or attendant are put at risk.
E. KNOW YOUR CHAIR
WARNIN
Every wheelchair is different. Take the time to learn the feel of this chair
before you begin riding. Start slowly, with easy, smooth strokes. If you are
used to a different chair, you may use too much force and tip over. If you
use too much force, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control
may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
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IV. NOTICE– READ BEFORE USE
A. CHOOSE THE RI HT CHAIR & SAFETY OPTIONS
Sunrise provides a choice of many wheelchair styles to meet your needs.
This product is intended for single person use only. Final selection of the
type of wheelchair, options and adjustments rests solely with you and your
health care professional. Choosing the best chair for your unique mobility
needs, will depend on such things as:
1. Your disability, strength, balance and coordination.
2. The types of hazards you must overcome in daily use (where you
live and work, and other places you are likely to use your chair).
3. The need for options that will improve your positioning, safety and
comfort (such as anti-tip tubes, positioning belts, or special seating
systems).
B. REVIEW THIS MANUAL OFTEN
Before using this chair you, and each person who may assist you, should
read this entire manual and make sure to follow all instructions. Review the
warnings often, until they are second nature to you.
C. WARNIN S
The word “WARNIN ” refers to a hazard or unsafe practice that may cause
severe injury or death to you or to other persons. The “Warnings” are in
three main sections, as follows:
1. V — ENERAL WARNIN S
Here you will find a safety checklist and a summary of risks you
need to be aware of before you ride this chair.
2. VI– SAFETY WARNIN S: FALLS & TIP-OVERS
Here you will learnabout practices for the safe use of your chair, and
how to avoid a fall or tip-over while you perform daily activities in
your chair.
3. VII — WARNIN S — COMPONENTS & OPTIONS
Here you will learn about the components of your chair and options
you can select for safety. Consult your authorized supplier and your
health care advisor to help you choose the best set-up and options
for safe use.
NOTE– Where they apply, you will also find “Warnings” in other sec-
tions of this manual. Heed all warnings in these sections. If you
fail to do so a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and
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J. TERRAIN
WARNIN
1. Based on ANSI/RESNA testing, Sunrise Medical recommends the use
of a caster wheel with a minimum diameter of 5”, if the wheelchair
will be overcoming obstacles up to 1/2” on a regular basis.
2. Your chair is designed for use on firm, even surfaces such as con-
crete, asphalt, indoor flooring, and carpets.
3. Do not operate your chair in sand, loose soil, or over rocky terrain.
4. If you use your chair on terrain that is rougher than described above
there is a danger that screws and bolts will loosen prematurely, and
that damage to wheels or axles could put the rider at risk of a fall,
tip-over, or loss of control.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or
loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
K. STREET USE
WARNIN
1. This product is not intended for street use.
2. Avoid streets whenever possible.
3. Obey and follow all legal pedestrian pathways, and laws that apply to
pedestrians.
4. Be alert to the danger of motor vehicles in parking lots, or if you
must cross a road.
If you fail to heed this warning, damage to your chair, and a possible colli-
sion may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
L. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
If possible and feasible, the rider should transfer to the Original Equipment
Manufacturer vehicle seat and use the OEM vehicle restraint.
WARNIN
If your chair is NOT equipped with the Transit Option:
1. NEVER let anyone sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle.
a. ALWAYS move the rider to an approved vehicle seat.
b. ALWAYS secure the rider with proper motor vehicle restraints.
2. In an accident or sudden stop the rider may be thrown from the
chair. Wheelchair seat belts will not prevent this, and further injury
may result from the belts or straps.
3. NEVER transport this chair in the front seat of a vehicle. It may shift
and interfere with the driver.
4. ALWAYS secure this chair so that it cannot roll or shift.
5. Do not use any chair that has been involved in a motor vehicle acci-
dent. The frame and/or components may have been changed due to
the accident. Such items could be, but are not limited to: bent, loos-
ened, and/or broken components that were subjected to an impact.
Failure to heed these warnings puts you and others that may assist you at a
high risk of injury.
F. REDUCE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT
WARNIN
1. BEFORE you begin riding, you should be trained in the safe use of
this chair by your health care advisor.
2. Practice bending, reaching and transfers until you know the limit of
your ability. Have someone help you until you know what can cause
a fall or tip-over and how to avoid doing so.
3. Be aware that you must develop your own methods for safe use
best suited to your level of function and ability.
4. NEVER try a new maneuver on your own. Ask the advice of your
health care provider to lower the risk of a fall or tip over.
5. et to know the areas where you plan to use your chair. Look for
hazards and learn how to avoid them.
. SAFETY CHECKLIST
WARNIN
Before Each Use Of Your Chair:
1. Make sure the chair rolls easily and that all parts work smoothly.
Check for noise, vibration, or a change in ease of use. (This may indi-
cate low tire pressure, loose fasteners, or damage to your chair).
2. Immediately repair any problem. Your authorized supplier can help
you find and correct the problem.
3. Check to see that both quick-release rear axles are locked. When
locked, the axle button will “pop out” fully. If not locked, the wheel
may come off and cause you to fall.
4. If your chair has anti-tip tubes, lock them in place.
H. CHAN ES & ADJUSTMENTS
WARNIN
1. See your healthcare advisor and have them adjust seating compo-
nents any time a change or adjustment needs to be made.
2. Unauthorized modifications or use of parts not supplied or
approved by Sunrise may change the chair structure. This will void
the warranty and may cause a safety hazard.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or
loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
I. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
WARNIN
1. Use extra care if you must ride your chair on a
wet or slick surface. If you are in doubt, ask for
help.
2. Contact with water or excess moisture may cause your chair to
rust or corrode. Avoid all extreme weather situations if possible.
a. Do not use your chair in a shower, pool or other body of water.
The chair tubing and parts are not water-tight and may rust or
corrode from the inside.
b. Avoid excess moisture (for example, do not leave your chair in a
damp bathroom while taking a shower).
c. Dry your chair as soon as you can if it gets wet, or if you use
water to clean it.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or
loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
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VI. SAFETY WARNINGS: FALLS & TIP-OVERS
M. WHEN YOU NEED HELP
WARNIN
For The Rider: Make sure that each person who helps you reads and fol-
lows all warnings and instructions that apply.
For Attendants:
1. Work with the rider’s doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe meth-
ods best suited to your abilities and those of the rider.
2. Tell the rider what you plan to do, and explain what you expect the
rider to do. This will put the rider at ease and reduce the risk of an
accident.
3. Make sure the chair has push handles. They provide secure points for
you to hold the rear of the chair to prevent a fall or tip-over. Check
to make sure push handle grips will not rotate or slip off.
4. To prevent injury to your back, use good posture and proper body
mechanics. When you lift or support the rider or tilt the chair, bend
your knees slightly and keep your back as upright and straight as you
can.
5. Remind the rider to lean back when you tilt the chair backward.
6. When you descend a curb or single step, slowly lower the chair in
one easy movement. Do not let the chair drop the last few inches to
the ground. This may damage the chair or injure the rider.
7. To avoid tripping, unlock and rotate anti-tip tubes up, out of the way.
8. Whenever you aren’t attending the wheelchair, ALWAYS use the
wheel-lock to secure the rear wheels, and lock the anti-tip tubes in
place.
If you fail to ask for help when in doubt, you run a high risk of a fall, tip-
over or loss of control that may occur and cause severe injury to the rider
or others.
.A. CENTER OF BALANCE
WARNIN
The point where this chair will tip forward, back or to the side depends on
its center of balance and stability. How your chair is set up, the options you
select and the changes you make may affect the risk of a fall or tip-over.
1. The Most Important Adjustment Is:
The position of the rear wheels. The more you move the rear
wheels forward, the more likely your chair will tip over backward.
2. The Center Of Balance Is Also Affected By:
a. A change in the set-up of your chair, including:
• The distance between the rear wheels.
• The amount of rear wheel camber.
• The seat height and seat angle.
• Backrest angle.
b. A change in your body position, posture or weight distribution.
c. Riding your chair on a ramp or slope.
d. A back pack or other options and the amount of added weight.
3. To Reduce The Risk Of An Accident:
a. Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist to find out what axle
and caster position is best for you.
b. Consult your authorized supplier BEFORE you modify or adjust
this chair. Be aware that you may need to make other changes
to correct the center of balance.
c. Have someone help you until you know the balance points of
your chair and how to avoid a tip-over.
d. Use anti-tip tubes.
If you fail to heed these warnings, you are at a high risk of a fall, tip-over or
loss of control that could cause severe injury to the rider or others.
B. DRESSIN OR CHAN IN CLOTHES
WARNIN
Your weight may shift if you dress or change clothes while seated in this
chair.
To reduce the risk of a fall or tip-over:
1. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible.
This makes the chair more stable.
2. Lock anti-tip tubes in place. (If your chair does not have anti-tip
tubes, back it up against a wall and lock both rear wheels).
If you fail to heed this warning, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss
of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
C. OBSTACLES
WARNIN
Riding over curbs or obstacles can cause tipping and serious bodily harm.
If you have any doubt that you can safely cross any curb or obstacle,
ALWAYS ASK FOR HELP. Be aware of your riding skills and personal limi-
tations. Develop new skills only with the help of a companion.
To avoid the risk of traversing obstacles:
1. Keep a lookout for danger – scan the area well ahead of your chair
as you ride.
2. Make sure the floor areas where you live and work are level and free
of obstructions.
3. Remove or cover threshold strips between rooms.
4. Install a ramp at entry or exit doors. Make sure there is not a drop
off at the bottom of the ramp.
5. To Help Correct Your Center Of Balance:
a. Lean your upper body FORWARD slightly as you go UP over an
obstacle.
b. Press your upper body BACKWARD as you go DOWN from a
higher to a lower level.
6. If your chair has anti-tip tubes, do not go over an obstacle without
help.
7. Keep both of your hands on the handrims as you go over an obsta-
cle.
8. Never push or pull on an object (such as furniture or a doorjamb)
to propel your chair.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or
loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
D. FRONT CASTER LIFT
WARNIN
Front caster lift can occur when the front wheels, ordinarily in contact with
the ground, are either intentionally, or unintentionally caused to lift from
the ground while the rear wheels remain in contact. Pitch control (partial
or full) should NEVER be attempted without consulting your healthcare
advisor and making sure that anti-tips are installed.
If you fail to heed this warning, you are at a high risk of damage to your
chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control that may occur and cause severe
injury to the rider or others.
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4. When you have to use a ramp, always stay in the CENTER of the
ramp. Make sure ramp is wide enough that you have no risk of going
off the edge.
5. Do not stop on a steep slope. If you stop, you may lose control of
your chair.
6. NEVER use rear wheel locks to try to slow or stop your chair. This
is likely to cause your chair to veer out of control.
7. ALWAYS be aware of:
a. Wet or slippery surfaces.
b. A change in grade on a slope (or a lip, bump or depression).
These may cause a fall or tip-over.
c. A drop-off at the bottom of a slope or ramp. A drop-off as
small as 3/4 inch can stop a front caster and cause the chair to
tip forward.
8. To Reduce The Risk Of A Fall Or Tip-Over:
a. Lean or press your body UPHILL. This will help adjust for the
change in the center of balance caused by the slope or sidehill.
b. Keep pressure on the handrims to control your speed on a
down slope. If you go too fast you may lose control.
c. Ask for help any time you are in doubt.
9. Ramps At Home & Work– For your safety, ramps at home and work
must meet all legal requirements for your area:
a. Avoid A Drop Off. You may need a section at the top or bot-
tom to smooth out the transition.
b. Always stay in the center of the ramp and control your speed.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or
loss of control may occur and can possibly cause severe injury to the rider
or others.
E. REACHIN OR LEANIN
WARNIN
If you reach or lean it will affect the center of balance of your chair. This
may cause you to fall or tip over. When in doubt, ask for help or use a
device to extend your reach.
1. NEVER reach or lean if you must shift your weight sideways or rise up
off the seat.
2. NEVER reach or lean if you must move forward in your seat to do
so. Always keep your buttocks in contact with the backrest.
3. NEVER reach with both hands (you may not be able to catch your-
self to prevent a fall if the chair tips).
4. NEVER reach or lean to the rear unless your chair has anti-tip tubes
locked in place.
5. DO NOT reach or lean over the top of the seat back. This may
damage one or both backrest tubes and cause you to fall.
6. If You Must Reach Or Lean:
a. Do not lock the rear wheels. This creates a tip point and makes
a fall or tip-over more likely.
b. Do not put pressure on the footrests.
c. Move your chair as close as you can to the object you wish to
reach.
d. Do not try to pick up an object from the floor by reaching
down between your knees. You are less likely to tip if you reach
to the side of your chair.
e. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible.
This makes the chair more stable.
f. Firmly grasp a rear wheel or an armrest with one hand. This will
help to prevent a fall if the chair tips.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or
loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
F. MOVIN BACKWARD
WARNIN
Use extra care when you move your chair backward. Your chair is most
stable when you propel yourself forward. You may lose control or tip over
if one of the rear wheels hits an object and stops rolling.
1. Propel your chair slowly and smoothly.
2. If your chair has anti-tip tubes, make sure to lock them in place.
3. Stop often and check to be sure your path is clear.
If you fail to heed this warning, you are at a high risk of damage to your
chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control that may occur and cause severe
injury to the rider or others.
. ESCALATORS
WARNIN
NEVER use this chair on an escalator, even with an attendant. If you do, a
fall or tip-over is likely.
H. RAMPS, SLOPES & SIDEHILLS
WARNIN
Whenever possible, avoid riding on a slope, which includes a ramp or side-
hill. This will change the center of balance of your chair. Your chair is less
stable and more difficult to manuever. when it is at an angle. When moving
up a hill, anti-tip tubes may not prevent a fall or tip-over.
1. Do not use your chair on a slope steeper than 10%. (A 10% slope
means: one foot in elevation for every ten feet of slope length.)
2. Always go as straight up and as straight down as you can. (Do not
“cut the corner” on a slope or ramp.)
3. Do not turn or change direction on a slope.
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IF you need to go down a hill:
a. The downslope should be less
than 10°
b. GO SLOW
c. ALWAYS go straight down
d. ALWAYS control your speed
e. DO NOT Turn on the hill.
IF you need to go up a hill:
a. The Upslope should be less
than 10°
b. ALWAYS go straight up
c. NEVER stop on the upslope
d. NEVER turn on a hill.
e. ALWAYS lean orward.
IF you need to traverse a sidehill:
a. The sidehill must be less than
6° or you risk a tip-over
b. DON’T STOP
c. ALWAYS go straight down
d. DO NOT Turn on the hill.
IF you need to traverse a ramp:
a. Go slowly
b. Watch out or Drop-o s.
c. ALWAYS go straight down.
d. Stay centered on the ramp.
e. ALWAYS lean orward.

I. TRANSFERS
WARNIN
It is dangerous to transfer on your own. It requires good balance and agility. Be aware that there is a
point during every transfer when the wheelchair seat is not below you. To avoid a fall:
1. Work with your health care advisor to learn safe methods for transfers.
a. Learn how to position your body and how to support yourself during a transfer.
b. Have someone help you until you learn safe transfer methods.
2. Lock the rear wheels before you transfer.
3. Be aware that the chair can still slide and/or tip. The wheel lock keeps the rear wheels from
rolling while you are perforrming the transfer.
4. Make sure that the pneumatic tires are properly inflated. Low tire pressure may allow the rear
wheel locks to slip. (see table in Section “Pneumatic Tires”
5. Move your chair as close as you can to the seat you are transferring to.
If possible, use a transfer board.
6. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible.
7. If you can, remove the footrests, or swing them out of the way.
a. Make sure your feet do not catch in the space between the footrests.
b. Avoid putting weight on the footrests as this may cause the chair to tip.
8. Make sure armrests are removed, or out of the way and do not interfere with the transfer.
9. Transfer as far back onto the seat surface as you can. This will reduce the risk that the chair will
tip or move away from you.
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J. CURBS & SIN LE STEPS
WARNIN
Before riding over curbs, and negotiating even a single step, ALWAYS ask for assistance first. Curbs and steps
can cause tipping and serious bodily harm. When in doubt as to your ability to avoid, or traverse any obsta-
cle, always ask for help. Be aware of your riding skills and personal limitations. Develop new skills only with
the help of a companion.
For Attendant: Each person who assists the rider with curbs and steps should read and follow all instruc-
tions and warnings pertaining to attendants, and caregivers.
1. Do not try to climb a high curb or step (more than 4 inches high) UNLESS you have help. Doing so may
cause your chair to exceed its balance point and tip over.
2. o straight up and straight down a curb or step. If you climb or descend at an angle, a fall or tip-over
is likely.
3. Be aware that the impact of dropping down from a curb or step can damage your chair or loosen fas-
teners.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and can
possibly cause severe injury to the rider or others.
K. CLIMBIN A CURB OR SIN LE STEP
WARNIN
For Attendant: follow these steps to help the rider climb a curb or single step going FORWARD:
1. Stay behind the chair.
2. Face the curb and tilt the chair up on the rear wheels so that the front casters clear the curb or step.
3. Move forward, placing the front casters on the upper level as soon as you are sure they are past the
edge.
4. Continue forward until the rear wheels contact the face of the curb or step. Lift and roll the rear
wheels to the upper level.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause
severe injury to the rider or others.
L. DESCENDIN A CURB OR SIN LE STEP
WARNIN
For Attendant:: Follow these steps to help a rider descend a curb or single step going BACKWARD:
1. Stay at the rear of the chair.
2. Several feet before your reach the edge of the curb or step, turn the chair around and pull it back-
ward.
3. While looking over your shoulder, carefully step back until you are off the curb or stair and standing
on the lower level.
4. Pull the chair toward you until the rear wheels reach the edge of the curb or step. Then allow the rear
wheels to slowly roll down onto the lower level.
5. When the rear wheels are safely on the lower level, tilt the chair back to its balance point. This will lift
the front casters off the curb or step.
6. Keep the chair in balance and take small steps backward. Turn the chair around and gently lower front
casters to the ground.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause
severe injury to the rider or others.
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