Quickie Sopur Ti Titanium Installation and operation manual

Quickie®/Sopur®Ti Titanium
User Instruction Manual & Warranty
SUPPLIER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THIS WHEELCHAIR.
USER: BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL AND SAVE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
Quickie®/Sopur®Ti Titanium
Manuel d’utilisation et garantie
REVENDEUR: CE MANUEL DOIT ÊTRE REMIS À L’UTILISATEEUR DU FAUTEUIL ROULANT.
UTILISATEUR: AVANT D’UTILISER VOTRE FAUTEUIL, LISEZ ATTENTIVEMENT CE MANUAL
DANS SON INTEGRALITE ET CONSERVEZ-LE AFIN DE POUVOIR VOUS Y REFERER
ULTERIEUREMENT.
Quickie®/Sopur®Ti Titanium
Gebrauchsanweisung und Garantie
FACHHÄNDLER: DIESES HANDBUCH MUSS DEM FAHRER DIESES ROLLSTUHLS
ÜBERGEBEN WERDEN.
FAHRER: LESEN SIE DAS GESAMTE HANDBUCH VOR DER INBE TRIEBNAHME DES
ROLLSTUHLS, UND VERWAHREN SIE ES FÜR ZUKÜNFTIGEN BEDARF.
Quickie®/Sopur®Ti Titanium
Istruzioni per l’uso e garanzia
FORNITORE: IL PRESENTE MANUALE VA CONSEGNATO ALL’UTENTE DELLA CARROZZINA.
UTENTE: LEGGERE L’INTERO MANUALE E TENERLO AL SICURO PER RIFERIMENTO FUTURO
PRIMA DI UTILIZZARE LA CARROZZINA.
Quickie®/Sopur®Ti Titanium
Handleiding voor Gebruiksaanwijzing en
Garantie
DEALER: DEZE HANDLEIDING MOET AAN DE BESTUURDER VAN DEZE ROLSTOEL
WORDEN GEGEVEN.
BESTUURDER: GELIEVE DEZE VOLLEDIGE HANDLEIDING AANDACHTIG TE LEZEN VOORALEER
U UW ROLSTOEL GEBRUIKT EN TE BEWAREN VOOR VERWI ZINGEN IN DE TOEKOMST.
Quickie®/Sopur®Ti Titanium
Bruksanvisning
ORDINATÖR: DENNA MANUAL MÅSTE LÄMNAS UT TILL BRUKAREN AV RULLSTOLEN.
BRUKARE: INNAN DU ANVÄNDER DITT NYA H ÄLPMEDEL MÅSTE DU LÄSA IGENOM BRUK-
SANVISNINGEN.
Quickie®/Sopur®Ti Titanium
Brugergejledning og garanti
TIL FORHANDLEREN: DENNE BRUGERVE LEDNING SKAL UDLEVERES TIL DENNE
KØRESTOLS PASSAGER.
TIL PASSAGEREN: INDEN DE ANVENDER DENNE KØRESTOL, BØR DE LÆSE HELE
VE LEDNINGEN OG GEMME DEN TIL SENERE BRUG.
Quickie®/Sopur®Ti Titanium
Brukerveiledning og garanti
LEVERANDØR: DENNE BRUKERVEILEDNINGEN MÅ GIS TIL BRUKEREN AV RULLESTOLEN.
RULLESTOLBRUKER: FØR DU BRUKER RULLESTOLEN, MÅ DU LESE IG ENNOM HELE BRUK-
ERVEILEDNINGEN OG OPPBEVARE DEN FOR FREMTIDIG REFERANSE.

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I. INTRODUCTION
SUNRISE MEDICAL LISTENS
Thank you for choosing a Quickie/Sopur wheelchair. We want to hear your questions or com-
ments about this manual, the safety and reliability of your chair, and the service you receive
from your supplier. Please feel free to write or call us at the address and telephone number
below:
SUNRISE MEDICAL Ltd.
Sunr se Bus ness Park
H gh Street
Wollaston
West M dlands DY8 4PS
ENGLAND
[phone]
Let us know 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.
FOR ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS
Your authorised supplier knows your wheelchair best, and can answer most of your ques-
tions about chair safety, use and maintenance. For future reference, fill in the following:
Supplier: __________________________________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________________________
Telephone:__________________________________________________________________
Serial number: ______________________________________________________________
Date/Purchased: ____________________________________________________________
Model: Qu ck e/Sopur T T tan um
Max mum User We ght: 113kg
MIN MAX
Overall length with Legrest 79.0 cm 93.5 cm
Overall width 49.5 cm 82.5 cm
Height 61.0 cm 99.0 cm
Total mass 7.5 kg 8.0 kg
Mass of heaviest part (frame) 3.9 kg 4.5 kg
Static stability downhill 28.2° 30.1°
Static stability uphill N/A 15.4°
Static stability sideways 27.2° 28.5°
Seat plane angle 3.5° 11.0°
Effective seat depth 35.6 cm (14") 48.3 cm (19")
Effective seat width 33.0 cm (13") 45.7 cm (18")
Seat surface height at front edge 40.6 cm (16") 50.8 cm (20")
Backrest angle -6° +6°
Backrest height 25.4 cm (10") 50.8 cm (20")
Footrest to seat distance 28.6 cm 43.8 cm
Handrim diameter 51.4 cm 56.5 cm
Horizontal location of axle 1.3 cm (0.5") 11.4 cm (4.5")

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II. TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................. 2
II. TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................................... 3
III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS............................................................ 5
IV. NOTICE -READ BEFORE USE.............................................................. 6
A.Choose the Right Chair and Safety Option........................................ 6
B.Review this Manual Often .............................................................. 6
C.Warnings..................................................................................... 6
V. GENERAL WARNINGS ...................................................................... 7
A.Weight Limit ............................................................................... 7
B.Weight Training ........................................................................... 7
C.Getting to Know Your Chair ........................................................... 7
D.To Reduce The Risk of an Accident.................................................. 7
E.Safety Checklist ........................................................................... 7
F. Changes and Adjustments.............................................................. 8
G.Environmental Conditions.............................................................. 8
H.Terrain........................................................................................ 8
I. Street Use................................................................................... 8
. Motor Vehicle Safety..................................................................... 9
K.When You Need Help .................................................................... 9
VI. WARNINGS: FALLS AND TIP-OVERS................................................... 10
A.Centre of Balance......................................................................... 10
B.Dressing or Changing Clothes......................................................... 10
C. Wheelies ..................................................................................... 10
D.Obstacles .................................................................................... 11
E.Reaching or Leaning..................................................................... 11
F. Moving Backward ......................................................................... 12
G.Ramps, Slopes and Sidehills........................................................... 12
H.Transfers..................................................................................... 13
I. Curbs and Steps ........................................................................... 13
. Stairs ......................................................................................... 13
K.Escalators ................................................................................... 13
VII. WARNINGS: FOR SAFE USE............................................................... 14
A.Learning to do a “Wheelie”............................................................ 14
B.Descending a Curb or Single Step ................................................... 14
C.Climbing a Curb or Single Step....................................................... 14
D.Climbing Stairs ............................................................................ 15
E.Descending Stairs......................................................................... 15
F. Maintenance................................................................................ 15

VIII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS AND OPTIONS........................................... 16
A.Anti-Tip Tubes ............................................................................. 16
B.Armrests ..................................................................................... 16
C.Cushion and Sling Seats ................................................................ 16
D.Fasteners .................................................................................... 16
E.Footrest...................................................................................... 17
F. Pneumatic Tyres........................................................................... 17
G.Positioning Belts.......................................................................... 17
H.Power Drive................................................................................. 18
I. Push Handles............................................................................... 18
. Quick-Release Axles...................................................................... 18
K.Rear Wheels ................................................................................ 18
L. Rear Wheel Locks ......................................................................... 18
M.Modified Seat Systems.................................................................. 19
N.Upholstery Fabric ......................................................................... 19
IX. CHAIR BASICS................................................................................ 20
A.To Mount and Remove Rear Wheels ................................................. 20
X. SET-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS.............................................................. 20
A.Wheels ....................................................................................... 20
B.Padded, Swing-Away Armrests ........................................................ 20
C.Folding Backrest .......................................................................... 20
D.Back Angle Adjustment ................................................................. 20
E.Seat Sling Adjustment................................................................... 20
F. Adjusting Rear Seat Height............................................................ 21
G.Cushion Installation ..................................................................... 21
H.Rear Axle.................................................................................... 21
I. Casters ....................................................................................... 23
. Footrest Height Adjustment ........................................................... 23
K.Wheel Locks ................................................................................ 24
L. Anti-tip Tubes ............................................................................. 24
M.Check-Out................................................................................... 24
XI. TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................... 25
XII. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................... 25
A.Introduction................................................................................ 25
B.Maintenance Chart ....................................................................... 26
C.Maintenance Tips ......................................................................... 26
D.Cleaning ..................................................................................... 26
E.Storage Tips ................................................................................ 26
XIII. SUNRISE MEDICAL LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................ 27
FRANÇAIS...................................................................................... 28
DEUTSCH ....................................................................................... 56
ITALIANO ...................................................................................... 84
NEDERLANDS .................................................................................110
SVENSKA .......................................................................................136
DANSK ..........................................................................................164
NORSK ..........................................................................................190
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III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS
QUICKIE/SOPUR TI TITANIUM
III. Your Chair and Its Parts 5
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1. Backrest
2. Tyre
3. Seat cushion
4. Seat sling (not shown)
5. Caster leg
6. Footrest
7. Wheel rim
8. Spokes
9. Rear wheel hub
10. Quick-release axle
11. Stainless Handrim
12. Axle clamp
13. Caster housing
14. Fork
15. Caster wheel
16. Camber tube
We ght
7.6 kg (16 x 16 in. spoke wheels)
(Chair weight will vary depending on
components options)
Adjustments
Caster, CG, rear seat height, back angle,
footrest length
Colour
Bead finished Titanium
Chair Parts
Anodised
Frame D mens ons
Frame width: Standard 33 - 46 cm
Sling depth: 36 - 48 cm
Option – Cushion: 2"
Backrest
Fixed Height/Folding/Angle Adjustable
Fixed Height/Angle Adjustable
Folding-adjustable height and angle:
28 - 36 cm, 31 - 41 cm, 41 - 51 cm
Backrest options: side guard, adjustable
upholstery, folding push handles
Footrest
Tubular, Tubular with Cover Platform
Casters
Standard – 5" Low-profile Polyurethane
Option – 4" Poly, 4" Light Up
Option – 3" Micros, 3" Light Up
Armrests
Option – padded Swing-Away
Axle Bracket
Standard – Adjustable Bracket
Camber – 0°, 2°, 4°, 8°
Axles
Standard – stainless steel
Option – titanium, quad-release axle
nuts
Ant -t p Tubes
Rear anti-tip tubes
Standard Rear Wheels
Standard – spoke
Qu ck e Performance Wheels
Option – heat-treated
Option – Spinergy
Tyre S ze
Standard – 24"
Option – 26"
Tyre Types
Standard - pneumatic
Option - airless insert
Kevlar (24" only), high-pressure clinchers
(24", 26" only).
latex-tubular (24", 26" only), turbo
tread (24", 26" only)
Handr ms
Standard – aluminium
Option – Titanium
Option – plastic-coated
Wheel Locks
Standard – high-scissor
Option – high-push, high-pull
All features may not be available with some
chair set-ups or in conjunction with another
chair feature. Please consult your authorised
supplier for more information.
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IV. NOTICE – READ BEFORE USE
A. CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR AND SAFETY OPTIONS
Sunrise Medical provides a choice of many wheelchair styles to meet the needs of the
wheelchair user. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair, options and adjust-
ments rests solely with you and your health care advisor. Choosing the best chair and set-
up for your safety depends 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 for your 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. WARNINGS
The word “WARNING” 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 — GENERAL WARNINGS
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 — WARNINGS — FALLS AND TIP-OVERS
Here you will learn how to avoid a fall or tip-over while you perform daily activities
in your chair.
3. VII — WARNINGS — FOR SAFE USE
Here you will learn about practices for the safe use of your chair.
4. VIII — WARNINGS — COMPONENTS AND OPTIONS
Here you will learn about the components of your chair and options you can select
for safety. Consult your authorised 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 sections of this manual. Heed all
warnings in this section. If you fail to do so a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and
cause severe injury to the user or others.
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V. GENERAL WARNINGS
A. WEIGHT LIMIT
WARNING
NEVER exceed the we ght l m t of 250 pounds (113.6 k lograms), for comb ned
we ght of user and tems carr ed. If you do exceed the l m t, damage to your
cha r, a fall, t p-over or loss of control may occur and cause severe njury to the
user or others.
B. WEIGHT TRAINING
WARNING
NEVER use th s cha r for we ght tra n ng f total we ght (user plus equ pment)
exceeds 250 pounds (113.6 kg). If you do exceed the l m t, damage to your cha r,
a fall, t p-over or loss of control may occur and cause severe njury to the user or
others.
C. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CHAIR
WARNING
Every wheelcha r s d fferent. Take the t me to learn the feel of th s cha r before
you beg n r d ng. Start slowly, w th easy, smooth strokes. If you are used to a d f-
ferent cha r, you may use too much force and t p over. If you use too much force,
damage to your cha r, a fall, t p-over or loss of control may occur and cause
severe njury to the user or others.
D. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT
WARNING
1. BEFORE 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 manoeuvre on your own until you are sure you can do it safely.
5. Get to know the areas where you plan to use your chair. Look for hazards and learn
how to avoid them.
6. Use anti-tip tubes unless you are a skilled user of this chair and are sure you are not
at risk to tip over.
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 user or others.
E. SAFETY CHECKLIST
WARNING
Before Each Use Of Your Cha r:
1. Make sure the chair rolls easily and that all parts work smoothly. Check for noise,
vibration, or a change in ease of use. (They may indicate low tyre pressure, loose fas-
teners, or damage to your chair).
2. Repair any problem. Your authorised 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 but-
ton 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.
NOTE– See “Anti-Tip Tubes” (Section VIII) for times you should not use them.
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 user or others.
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F. CHANGES AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
1. If you modify or adjust this chair, it may increase the risk of a tip-over UNLESS you
make other changes as well.
2. Consult your authorised supplier BEFORE you modify or adjust your chair.
3. We recommend that you use anti-tip tubes until you adapt to the change, and are
sure you are not at risk to tip over.
4. Unauthorised modifications or use of parts not supplied or approved by Sunrise
Medical 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 user or others.
G. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
WARNING
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. This
could cause your chair to fail.
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 user or others.
H. TERRAIN
WARNING
1. Your chair is designed for use on firm, even surfaces such as concrete, asphalt and
indoor floors and carpeting.
2. Do not operate your chair in sand, loose soil or over rough terrain. This may damage
wheels or axles, or loosen fasteners of 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 user or others.
I. STREET USE
WARNING
In most states, wheelcha rs are not legal for use on publ c roads. Be alert to the
danger of motor veh cles on roads or n carparks.
1. At night, or when lighting is poor, use reflective tape on your chair and clothing.
2. Due to your low position, it may be hard for drivers to see you. Make eye contact with
drivers before you go forward. When in doubt, give way until you are sure it is safe.
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 user or others.
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J. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
WARNING
Qu ck e/Sopur wheelcha rs do not meet federal standards for motor veh cle seat ng.
1. NEVER let anyone sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle.
a. ALWAYS move the user to an approved vehicle seat.
b. ALWAYS secure the user with proper motor vehicle restraints.
2. In an accident or sudden stop the user 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 accident.
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 user or others.
K. WHEN YOU NEED HELP
WARNING
For The User:
Make sure that each person who helps you reads and follows all warnings and instructions
that apply.
For Attendants:
1. Work with the user’s doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe methods best suited to
your abilities and those of the user.
2. Tell the user what you plan to do, and explain what you expect the user to do. This
will put the user 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 user or tilt the chair, bend your knees slightly and keep your
back as upright and straight as you can.
5. Remind the user 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 move-
ment. Do not let the chair drop the last few inches to the ground. This may damage
the chair or injure the user.
7. To avoid tripping, unlock and rotate anti-tip tubes up, out of the way. ALWAYS lock
the rear wheels and lock anti-tip tubes in place if you must leave the user alone, even
for a moment. This will reduce the risk of a tip-over or loss of control of the 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 user or others.
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VI. WARNINGS: FALLS AND TIP-OVERS
A. CENTRE OF BALANCE
WARNING
The po nt where th s cha r w ll t p forward, back, or to the s de depends on ts
centre of balance and stab l ty. How your cha r s set up, the opt ons you select
and the changes you make may affect the r sk of a fall or t p-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 Centre 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. The use of 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 authorised supplier BEFORE you modify or adjust this chair. Be aware
that you may need to make other changes to correct the centre 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 damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur
and cause severe injury to the user or others.
B. DRESSING OR CHANGING CLOTHES
WARNING
Your we ght may sh ft f you dress or change clothes wh le seated n th s cha r. To
reduce the r sk of a fall or t p-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 these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur
and cause severe injury to the user or others.
C. WHEELIES
WARNING
Do ng a “wheel e” means: balanc ng on the rear wheels of your cha r, wh le the
front casters are n the a r. It s dangerous to do a “wheel e” as a fall or t p-over
may occur. However, f you do t safely, a “wheel e” can help you overcome curbs
and obstacles.
1. Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist to find out if you are a good candidate to
learn to do a “wheelie”.
2. Do not attempt a “wheelie” UNLESS you are a skilled user of this chair or you have
help.
NOTE– See section VII-A for steps to learn to do a “wheelie”.
IF YOU FAIL TO HEED THESE WARNINGS DAMAGE TO YOUR CHAIR, A FALL, TIP-OVER OR LOSS OF CON-
TROL MAY OCCUR AND CAUSE SEVERE IN URY TO THE USER OR OTHERS.
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D. OBSTACLES
WARNING
Obstacles and road hazards (such as potholes and broken pavement) can damage
your cha r and may cause a fall, t p-over or loss of control.
To avo d these r sks:
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 obstacles.
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 Centre 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, lock them in place before you go UP over an obstacle.
7. Keep both of your hands on the handrims as you go over an obstacle.
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 user or others.
E. REACHING OR LEANING
WARNING
If you reach or lean t w ll affect the centre of balance of your cha r. Th s may
cause you to fall or t p over. When n doubt, ask for help or use a dev ce 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 yourself 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.
NOTE– Leaning forward puts pressure on the footrests and may cause the chair to tip if you lean too far.
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.
NOTE– To do this: Move your chair past the object you want to reach, then back up alongside it.
Backing up will rotate the casters forward.
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 user or others.
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F. MOVING BACKWARD
WARNING
Use extra care when you move your cha r backward. Your cha r s most stable
when you propel yourself forward. You may lose control or t p over f one of the
rear wheels h ts an object and stops roll ng.
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 these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur
and cause severe injury to the user or others.
G. RAMPS, SLOPES AND SIDEHILLS
WARNING
R d ng on a slope, wh ch ncludes a ramp or s de h ll, w ll change the centre of
balance of your cha r. Your cha r s less stable when t s at an angle. Ant -t p
tubes may not prevent a fall or t p-over.
1. Do not use your chair on a slope steeper than 10%. (A 10% slope means one meter
in elevation for every ten meters 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.
4. Always stay in the CENTRE of the ramp. Make sure ramp is wide enough that you are
not at risk that a wheel may fall over 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. Beware 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. A drop-off of as small as 2 cm 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 cen-
tre 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 and Work - For your safety, ramps at home and work must meet all
legal requirements for your area. We recommend:
a. Width. At least 1.20 m wide.
b. Guardrails. To reduce the risk of a fall, sides of ramp must have guardrails (or
raised borders at least 8 cm high).
c. Slope. Not more than a 10% grade.
d. Surface. Flat and even, with a thin carpet or other non-skid material. (Make sure
there is no lip, bump or depression).
e. Bracing. Ramp must be STURDY. You may need bracing so ramp does not “bow”
when you ride on it.
f. Avoid A Drop Off. You may need a section at the top or bottom to smooth out
the transition.
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 user or others.
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H. TRANSFER
WARNING
It s dangerous to transfer on your own. It requ res good balance and ag l ty. Be
aware that there s a po nt dur ng every transfer when the wheelcha r seat s not
below you. To Avo d A Fall:
1. Work with your health care advisor to learn safe methods.
a. Learn how to position your body and how to support yourself during a transfer.
b. Have someone help you until you know how to do a safe transfer on your own.
2. Lock the rear wheels before you transfer. This keeps the rear wheels from rolling.
NOTE– This will NOT keep your chair from sliding away from you or tipping.
3. Make sure to keep pneumatic tyres properly inflated. Low tyre pressure may allow the
rear wheel locks to slip.
4. Move your chair as close as you can to the seat you are transferring to. If possible,
use a transfer board.
5. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible.
6. If you can, remove or swing footrests 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.
7. Make sure armrests are out of the way and do not interfere.
8. 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.
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 user or others.
I. CURBS AND STEPS
WARNING
1. Each person who helps you should read and follow the warnings “For Safe Use”
(Section VII).
2. Do not try to climb or descend a curb or step alone UNLESS you are a skilled user of
this chair and:
a. You can safely do a “wheelie”; and
b. You are sure you have the strength and balance to do so.
3. Unlock and rotate anti-tip tubes up, out of the way, so they do not interfere.
4. Do not try to climb a high curb or step (more than 10 cm high) UNLESS you have
help. Doing so may cause your chair to exceed its balance point and tip over.
5. Go straight up and straight down a curb or step. If you climb or descend at an angle,
a fall or tip-over is likely.
6. Be aware that the impact of dropping down from a curb or step can damage your
chair or loosen fasteners.
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 user or others.
J. STAIRS
WARNING
1. NEVER use this chair on stairs UNLESS you have someone to help you. Doing so is
likely to cause a fall or tip-over.
2. Persons who help you should read and follow the warnings “For Attendants” (Section
V-K), and the “For Safe Use” (Section VII).
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 user or others.
K. ESCALATORS
WARNING
NEVER use th s cha r on an escalator, even w th an attendant. If you do, a fall or
t p-over s l kely.
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 user or others.
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VII. WARNINGS: FOR SAFE USE
WARNING
Before you ass st a user, be sure to read the warn ngs “For Attendants” (sect on
V-K) and follow all nstruct ons that apply. Be aware that you w ll need to learn
safe methods best su ted to your ab l t es.
A. LEARNING TO DO A “WHEELIE”
WARNING
Do ng a “wheel e” means: balanc ng on the rear wheels of your cha r, wh le the
front casters are n the a r. It s dangerous to do a “wheel e” as a fall or t p-over
may occur. However, f you do t safely, a “wheel e” can help you overcome curbs
and obstacles.
Follow these steps to help the user learn to do a “wheel e”:
1. Read and follow the warnings for “WHEELIES” (See section VI-C)
2. Stand at the rear of the chair. You must be able to move with the chair to prevent a
tip-over.
3. Keep your hands BENEATH the push handles, ready to catch the user if the chair tips
back.
4. When you are ready, have the user place his or her hands on the forward part of the
handrims.
5. Have the user make a quick BACKWARD movement of the rear wheels, quickly followed
by a hard FORWARD thrust. (This will tilt the chair up on the balance point of the
rear wheels).
6. Have the user make small movements of the handrims to stay in balance.
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 user or others.
B. DESCENDING A CURB OR SINGLE STEP
Follow these steps to help a user descend a curb or s ngle step go ng 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 backward.
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 user or others.
C. CLIMBING A CURB OR SINGLE STEP
WARNING
Follow these steps to help the user cl mb a curb or s ngle step go ng 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 user or others.
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D. CLIMBING STAIRS
WARNING
1. Use at least two attendants to move a chair and user up stairs.
2. Move the chair and user BACKWARD up the stairs.
3. The person at the rear is in control. He or she tilts the chair back to its balance point.
4. A second attendant at the front firmly grasps a non-detachable part of the front
frame and lifts the chair up and over one stair at a time.
5. The attendants move to the next stair up. Repeat for each stair, until you reach the
landing.
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 user or others.
E. DESCENDING STAIRS
WARNING
1. Use at least two attendants to move a chair and user down stairs.
2. Move the chair and user FORWARD down the stairs.
3. The person at the rear is in control. He or she tilts the chair to the balance point of
the rear wheels and rolls it to the edge of the top step.
4. A second attendant stands on the third step from the top and grasps the chair frame.
He or she lowers the chair one step at a time by letting the rear wheels roll over the
stair edge.
5. The attendants move to the next stair down. Repeat for each stair, until you reach
the landing.
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 user or others.
F. MAINTENANCE
WARNING
1. Inspect and maintain this chair strictly per chart.
2. If you detect a problem, make sure to service or repair the chair before use.
3. At least once a year, have a complete inspection, safety check and service of your
chair made by an authorised supplier.
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 user or others.
For additional maintenance information see Section XII: Maintenance.
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VIII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS AND OPTIONS
A. ANTI-TIP TUBES (OPTIONAL)
WARNING
Ant -t p tubes can help keep your cha r from t pp ng over backward n most nor-
mal cond t ons.
1. Sunrise Medical Recommends Use Of Anti-Tip Tubes:
a. UNLESS you are a skilled user of this chair and are sure you are not at risk to tip
over.
b. Each time you modify or adjust your chair. The change may make it easier to tip
backward. Use anti-tip tubes until you adapt to the change, and are sure you are
not at risk to tip over.
2. When locked in place (in the “down” position) anti-tip tubes should be BETWEEN 3.8
to 5 cm off the ground.
a. If set too HIGH, they may not prevent a tip-over.
b. If set too LOW, they may “hang up” on obstacles you can expect in normal use. If
this occurs, you may fall or your chair may tip over.
3. Keep Anti-Tip Tubes Locked In Place UNLESS:
a. You have an attendant; or
b. You have to climb or descend a curb, or overcome an obstacle, and can safely do
so without them. At these times, make sure anti-tip tubes are up, out of the way.
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 user or others.
B. ARMRESTS
WARNING
Armrests detach and w ll not bear the we ght of th s cha r.
1. NEVER lift this chair by its armrests. They may come loose or break.
2. Lift this chair only by non-detachable parts of the main frame.
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 user or others.
C. CUSHIONS AND SLING SEATS
1. Quickie/Sopur sling seats and standard foam cushions are not designed for the relief
of pressure.
2. If you suffer from pressure sores, or if you are at risk that they will occur, you may
need a special seat system or a device to control your posture. Consult your doctor,
nurse or therapist to find out if you need such a device for your well-being.
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 user or others.
D. FASTENERS
WARNING
Many of the screws, bolts and nuts on th s cha r are spec al h gh-strength fasten-
ers. Use of mproper fasteners may cause your cha r to fa l.
1. ONLY use fasteners provided by an authorised supplier (or ones of the same type and
strength, as indicated by the markings on the heads).
2. Over- or under-tightened fasteners may fail or cause damage to chair parts.
3. If bolts or screws become loose, tighten them as soon as you can.
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 user or others.
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E. FOOTREST
WARNING
1. At the lowest point, the footrest should be AT LEAST 5 cm off the ground. If set too
LOW, it may “hang up” on obstacles you can expect to find in normal use. This may
cause the chair to stop suddenly and tip forward.
2. To Avoid A Trip Or Fall When You Transfer:
Avoid putting weight on the footrest, as the chair may tip forward.
3. NEVER lift this chair by the footrest. Footrest detaches and will not bear the weight
of this chair. Lift this chair only by non-detachable parts of the main frame.
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 user or others.
F. PNEUMATIC TYRES
WARNING
Proper nflat on extends the l fe of your tyres and makes your cha r eas er to use.
1. Do not use this chair if any of the tyres is under- or over-inflated. Check weekly for
proper inflation level, as listed on the tyre sidewall.
2. Low pressure in a rear tyre may cause the wheel lock on that side to slip and allow
the wheel to turn when you do not expect it.
3. Low pressure in any of the tyres may cause the chair to veer to one side and result in
a loss of control.
4. Over-inflated tyres may burst.
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 user or others.
G. POSITIONING BELTS (OPTIONAL)
WARNING
Use pos t on ng belts ONLY to help support the user’s posture. Improper use of
these belts may cause severe njury to or death of the user.
1. Make sure the user does not slide down in the wheelchair seat. If this occurs, the
user may suffer chest compression or suffocate due to pressure from the belts.
2. The belts must be snug, but must not be so tight that they interfere with breathing.
You should be able to slide your open hand, flat, between the belt and the user.
3. A pelvic wedge or a similar device can help keep the user from sliding down in the
seat. Consult with the user’s doctor, nurse or therapist to find out if the user needs
such a device.
4. Use positioning belts only with a user who can cooperate. Make sure the user can
easily remove the belts in an emergency.
5. NEVER use Positioning Belts:
a. As a patient restraint. A restraint requires a doctor’s order.
b. On a user who is comatose or agitated.
c. As a motor vehicle restraint. In an accident or sudden stop the user may be
thrown from the chair. Wheelchair seat belts will not prevent this, and further
injury may result from the belts or straps.
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 user or others.
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H. POWER DRIVE
WARNING
Do not nstall a power dr ve on any Qu ck e/Sopur wheelcha r. If you do:
1. It will affect the centre of balance of your chair and may cause a fall or tip-over.
2. It will alter the frame and void the warranty.
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 user or others.
I. PUSH HANDLES (OPTIONAL)
WARNING
When you have an attendant, make sure that th s cha r has push handles.
1. Push handles provide secure points for an attendant to hold the rear of this chair, to
prevent a fall or tip-over. Make sure to use push handles when you have an attendant.
2. Check to make sure push handle grips will not rotate or slip off.
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 user or others.
J. QUICK-RELEASE AXLES
WARNING
1. Do not use this chair UNLESS you are sure that both quick-release rear axles are
locked. An unlocked axle may come off during use and cause a fall.
2. An axle is not locked until the quick-release button pops out fully. An unlocked axle
may come off during use, resulting in a fall, tip-over or loss of control and cause
severe injury to the user or others.
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 user or others.
K. REAR WHEELS
WARNING
A change n set-up of the rear wheels w ll affect the centre of balance of your cha r.
1. The farther you move the rear axles FORWARD, the more likely it is that your chair
will tip over backward.
2. Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist to find the best rear axle set-up for your
chair. Do not change the set-up UNLESS you are sure you are not at risk to tip over.
3. Adjust the rear wheel locks after you make any change to the rear axles.
a. If you fail to do so, the locks may not work.
b. Make sure lock arms embed in tyres at least 0,3 cm when locked.
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 user or others.
L. REAR WHEEL LOCKS
WARNING
Rear wheel locks are NOT des gned to slow or stop a mov ng wheelcha r. Use them
only to keep the rear wheels from roll ng when your cha r s at a complete stop.
1. NEVER use rear wheel locks to try to slow or stop your chair when it is moving. Doing
so may cause you to veer out of control.
2. To keep the rear wheels from rolling, always set both rear wheel locks when you
transfer to or from your chair.
3. Low pressure in a rear tyre may cause the wheel lock on that side to slip and may
allow the wheel to turn when you do not expect it.
4. Make sure lock arms embed in tyres at least 0,3 cm when locked. If you fail to do so,
the locks may not work.
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 user or others.
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M. MODIFIED SEAT SYSTEMS
WARNING
Use of a seat system not approved by Sunr se Med cal may alter the centre of bal-
ance of th s cha r. Th s may cause the cha r to t p over.
1. Do not change the seat system of your chair UNLESS you consult your authorised sup-
plier first.
2. Use of a seat system not approved by Sunrise Medical may affect the folding mecha-
nism of this chair.
3. Use of a seating system not provided by Sunrise Medical is prohibited for transit use.
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 user or others.
N. UPHOLSTERY FABRIC
WARNING
1. Replace worn or torn fabric of seat and seat back as soon as you can. If you fail to
do so, the seat may fail.
2. Sling fabric will weaken with age and use. Look for fraying or thin spots, or stretch-
ing of fabrics at rivet holes.
3. “Dropping down” into your chair will weaken fabric and result in the need to inspect
and replace the seat more often.
4. Be aware that laundering or excess moisture will reduce flame retardation of the fabric.
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 user or others.
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IX. CHAIR BASICS
A. TO MOUNT AND REMOVE REAR WHEELS (OPTIONAL)
WARNING
Do not use th s cha r UNLESS you are sure both qu ck-release axles are locked. An
unlocked axle may come off dur ng use and cause a fall.
NOTE– Axle is not locked until:
a. The quick-release button pops out fully. (Fig. A)
b. The ball bearings are fully visible on the outside of the sleeve.
1. To Install Wheel:
a. Depress quick-release button (1) fully. This will release tension on ball bearings at
other end.
b. Insert axle through hub of rear wheel.
c. Keep pressure on button (1) as you slide axle (2) into axle sleeve (3).
d. Release button to lock axle in sleeve. Adjust axle if it does not lock.
e. Repeat steps on other side.
2. To Remove Wheel:
a. Depress quick-release button (1) fully.
b. Remove wheel by sliding axle (2) out of axle sleeve (3).
c. Repeat steps on other side.
X. SET-UP AND ADJUSTMENT
NOTE– Setting the wheelchair on a flat surface, such as a workbench or table, helps make these pro-
cedures easier.
NOTE ON TORQUE SETTINGS– A torque setting is the optimum tightening which should be made on
a particular fastener. A Torque wrench which measures Nm should be used when tightening fasteners
on Quickie/Sopur wheelchairs. Unless otherwise noted, use a torque setting of 6.8 Nm when setting up
this wheelchair.
A. WHEELS
Depress the quick-release button (1) on the axle. Slide into the axle sleeve until it locks.
B. PADDED SWING-AWAY ARMRESTS (OPTIONAL) (F g. 1)
Swing-away armrests can be detached or will swing away to allow lateral transfers. They are
height adjustable (50 mm) by moving bolts (A) up or down in predrilled holes on armrest
bracket.
Swing-away, removable armrests are installed by sliding armrest into receiver (B) on rear
frame tubes.
C. FOLDING BACKREST (F g. 2)
To install backrest, remove the nut, plastic saddle and bolt on the backrest hinge plate (C).
Place the backrest on the chair and reinstall. Backrest bolts should be tightened to a snug
position while still allowing free backrest movement.
D. BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT (F g. 2)
Turn the eccentric bolt (D) on the backrest hinge plate to increase or decrease the back
angle by 8°. The adjustment on each side must be exactly equal.
E. SEAT SLING ADJUSTMENT (F g. 3)
Remove the screws retaining the left side seat sling. Readjust VELCRO®-style material to
increase the tension in the seat sling. Replace screws. If there is any difficulty in reattach-
ing the screws, try using a probe to help line up the holes.
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