Sunrise Medical Quickie Xtender Installation and operation manual

Quickie®Xtender User
Instruction
Manual &
Warranty

I. Introduction
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I. INTRODUCTION
A. FOREWORD
Congratulations on your purchase of the Quickie Xtender. The Quickie Xtender is driven
with the handrims just like every other hand operated wheelchair, but the Quickie
Xtender’s power drive function will change how the wheelchair feels to the rider.
Improper use of a wheelchair can, depending on surface and traffic conditions, repre-
sent a potential risk of injury and cause damage to the wheelchair. In every case and
prior to use, this handbook must be read carefully by the wheelchair user and the
attendant, in order to ensure that the chair is used in safety and comfort.
B. SUNRISE LISTENS
Thank you for choosing a Quickie wheelchair. We want to hear your questions
or comments about this manual, the safety and reliability of your chair, and the ser-
vice 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
7477 East Dry Creek Parkway
Longmont, Colorado 80503
[phone] or [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 war-
ranty 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 reference, fill in
the following:
Supplier: _______________________________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
Telephone: _____________________________________________________________________________
Serial #:_________________________________________ Date/Purchased: ________________________

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II. TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................... 2
II. TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................ 3
III. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ................................................................... 4
IV. NOTICE– READ BEFORE USE.................................................................. 5
V. EMI (ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE)............................................... 6
VI. GENERAL WARNINGS ........................................................................... 8
VII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS.................................................... 17
VIII. TIPS FOR ATTENDANTS......................................................................... 21
IX. SET-UP, ADJUSTMENT & USE................................................................. 22
X. FOR SAFE USE..................................................................................... 23
XI. OPERATING THE WHEELCHAIR .............................................................. 25
A. Before Using the Wheelchair.............................................................. 25
B. From Starting to Stopping................................................................. 26
C. After Using the Wheelchair................................................................ 28
XII. ASSEMBLING AND CHANGING THE WHEELS............................................ 29
A. Dismantling the Wheels .................................................................... 29
B. Fitting the Wheels............................................................................ 30
XIII. TRANSPORT ........................................................................................ 31
XIV.MAINTENANCE .................................................................................... 32
A. Inspection and Adjustment................................................................ 32
B. Anti-Tip Tubes ................................................................................. 32
C. Tire Pressure................................................................................... 33
D. Inspecting the Wheelchair Frame and Wheels ....................................... 33
XV. BATTERY ............................................................................................ 34
A. Charging Environment....................................................................... 34
B. Fitting the Battery into the Charger.................................................... 34
C. Charging Process.............................................................................. 35
D. If a Problem Arises During Charging ................................................... 36
E. Checking the Battery ........................................................................ 37
F. When a Battery is Installed in the Charger .......................................... 37
G. Reduction of Battery Capacity............................................................ 38
H. Battery Malfunction Display............................................................... 38
I. Ending the Charging Process.............................................................. 39
XVI. TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................. 40
XVII. STORAGE ............................................................................................ 42
XVIII. SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................. 43
XIX. SUNRISE LIMITED WARRANTY............................................................... 44

III. Component Description
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III. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
1. Battery
2. Battery compartment
3. Quick-release latch for the wheel
4. Torque sensing handrim
5. Battery release button
6. Quickie 2 manual wheelchair
7. ON/OFF switch
8. Charger (not shown)
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IV. NOTICE– READ BEFORE USE
A. CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR & SAFETY OPTIONS
Sunrise provides a choice of many wheelchair styles, sizes and adjustments to meet the
needs of the rider. However, final selection of a wheelchair rests solely with you and
your health care professional. Choosing the best chair for you depends on such things
as:
1. Your size, disability, strength, balance and coordination.
2. Your intended use, and your level of activity.
3. The types of hazards you must overcome in daily use (in areas where you are
likely to use your chair).
4. The need for options for your safety and comfort (such as positioning belts
or special seat systems).
B. ADJUST CHAIR TO YOUR ABILITY
You need to work with your doctor, nurse or therapist, and your supplier, to fit this
chair and adjust the controller settings for your level of function and ability level.
C. 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.
D. 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. VI. — EMI
Here you will learn about electromagnetic interference and how it can affect
your chair.
2. VII — 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.
3. VIII — WARNINGS — COMPONENTS & OPTIONS
Here you will learn about your chair. Consult your supplier and your health care
professional to help you choose the best set-up and options for your safety.
NOTE– Where they apply, you will also find “ Warnings” in other sections of this Manual.

V. EMI (Electromagnetic Interference)
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V. EMI (ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE)
Heed all warnings to reduce the risk of unintended brake release or chair
movement:
1. Beware of the danger from hand-held transceivers. Never turn on or use a
hand-held transceiver while power to your chair is on. Use extra care if you
believe that such a device may be in use near your chair.
2. Be aware of nearby radio or TV stations, and avoid coming close to them.
3. If unintended movement occurs, turn your chair off as soon as it is safe to
do so.
A. WHAT IS EMI?
1. EMI means: electromagnetic (EM) interference (I). EMI comes from radio wave
sources such as radio transmitters and transceivers. (A “transceiver” is a device
that both sends and receives radio wave signals).
2. There are a number of sources of intense EMI in your daily environment.
Some of these are obvious and easy to avoid. Others are not, and you may not
be able to avoid them.
3. Powered wheelchairs may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI)
emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM)
transmitters, two-way radios, and cellular phones.
4. EMI can also be produced by conducted sources or electro-static discharge
(ESD).
B. WHAT EFFECT CAN EMI HAVE?
1. EMI can cause your chair, without warning, to:
• Move by itself
• Move in unintended directions
If any of these occurs, it could result in severe injury to you or others.
2. EMI can damage the control system of your chair. This could create a safety
hazard, and lead to costly repairs.
C. SOURCES OF EMI
The sources of EMI fall into three broad types:
1. Hand-Held Transceivers:
The antenna is usually mounted directly on the unit. These include: Citizens band (CB)
radios, “Walkie-talkies”, security, fire and police radios, cellular phones, lap-top com-
puters with phone or fax, and other personal communication devices.
NOTE– These devices can transmit signals while they are on, even if not in use.

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2. Medium-Range Mobile Transceivers:
These include two-way radios used in police cars, fire trucks, ambulances and taxi
cabs. The antenna is usually mounted on the outside of the vehicle.
3. Long-Range Transceivers:
These include commercial radio and TV broadcast antenna towers and amateur (HAM)
radios.
NOTE– The following are not likely to cause EMI problems: Lap-top computers (without
phone or fax), Cordless phones, TV sets or AM/FM radios, CD or tape players.
D. DISTANCE FROM THE SOURCE
EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as you get closer to the source.
For this reason, EMI from hand-held devices is of special concern. (See C.1)
A person using one of these devices can bring high levels of EM energy very
close to your chair without you knowing it.
E. IMMUNITY LEVEL
1. The level of EM energy is measured in volts per meter (V/m). Every power wheel-
chair can resist EMI up to a certain level. This is called its “immunity level”.
2. The higher the immunity level, the less the risk of EMI. It is believed that a
20 V/m immunity level will protect the power wheelchair user from the more
common sources of radio waves.
3. The configuration tested and found to be immune to at least 20 V/m is:
Quickie Xtender power assist mounted to a Quickie 2 manual wheelchair.
There is no way to know the effect on EMI if you add accessories or modify
this chair. Any change to your chair may increase the risk of EMI. Parts from
other suppliers have unknown EMI properties.
F. REPORT ALL SUSPECTED EMI INCIDENTS
You should promptly report any unintended movement or brake release. Be sure
to indicate whether there was a radio wave source near your chair at the time.
Contact: Sunrise Medical Customer Service Department at [phone]

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VI. GENERAL WARNINGS
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 you or others.
A. NOTICE TO RIDER
1. Before using this chair, you should be trained in its safe use by your health
care professional.
2. Every wheelchair is different. Take the time to learn the feel of this chair
before you begin riding.
3. Be aware that you must develop your own methods for the safe use of this
chair that are best suited to your level of function and ability.
4. Have someone help you practice bending, reaching and transferring until you
learn how to do them safely.
5. Never try a new maneuver on your own unless you are sure it is safe.
6. Get to know the areas where you plan to use your chair. Look for hazards and
learn how to avoid them.
B. NOTICE TO ATTENDANTS
Make sure you heed all warnings and follow all instructions in each section of
this manual. (Be aware that warnings that apply to the rider also apply to you).
Notes:
1. You need to work with the rider, and the rider’s doctor, nurse or therapist, to
develop safe methods best suited to your abilities and those of the rider.
2. To manually push the chair you should turn the power off.
3. Propel this chair by the push handles only. 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.
Helping The Rider Overcome An Obstacle:
1. 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.
2. Before each maneuver, 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. Go straight up and straight down a curb or stair. If you turn, or climb or
descend at an angle, a fall or tip-over is likely.
4. Remind the rider to lean back when you tilt the chair backward.
5. Lower the chair slowly. Do not let the chair drop to the pavement or ground.
Doing so may damage the chair or injure the rider.

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C. WEIGHT LIMIT
1. Never exceed a total rider weight of 250 lbs.
2. Never use this chair for weight training if the total weight (rider plus weights
lifted) exceeds the indicated weight capacity of the wheelchair.
3. Exceeding the weight limit is likely to damage the seat, frame or fasteners and
may cause severe injury to you or others from chair failure.
4. Exceeding the weight limit will void the warranty.
D. EMI
Read Section V to learn about EMI. To reduce the risk of unintended brake
release or chair movement:
1. Never turn on or use a hand-held transceiver while power to your chair is on.
Use extra care if you believe that such a device may be in use near your chair.
2. Be aware of nearby radio or TV stations, and avoid coming close to them.
3. If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn your chair off as soon as
it is safe.
E. SAFETY CHECK-LIST
Before each use of this chair:
1. Make sure the chair operates smoothly. Check for noise, vibration, or a change
in ease of use. (They may indicate low tire pressure, loose fasteners, or damage
to your chair).
• If you detect a problem, make sure to repair or adjust the chair. Deferring
repair or adjustment could increase the risk for injury. Your supplier can help
you find and correct the problem.
2. Make sure batteries are charged. Green lights on battery charge indicator will
light up when charge is full.
F. CHANGES & ADJUSTMENTS
Never use non-Quickie parts or make a changes to your chair unless authorized
by Sunrise. (Doing so will void the Warranty, and may create a safety hazard).
1. If you modify or adjust this chair it may increase the risk of a fall or tip-over.
2. Modifications unauthorized by Sunrise constitutes remanufacturing of the
wheelchair. This voids the warranty. The rider then assumes all future liability
for the wheelchair.

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G. WHEN SEATED IN A PARKED WHEELCHAIR
1. Always turn off all power to your chair when you are parked, even for a
moment. This will prevent:
• Accidental movement from contact with the handrim.
• Unintended movement from EMI sources.
2. Make sure that persons who help you (for example, store clerks) are aware
of the joystick and do not touch it. If they do, your chair may move suddenly
when you do not expect it.
H. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Your chair is not designed for use in a heavy rain storm, or in snowy or icy
conditions.
1. Contact with water or excessive moisture can cause an electrical malfunction.
The frame, motors and other chair parts are not water-tight and may rust or
corrode from the inside. To avoid a chair failure:
• Minimize exposure of your chair to a rain storm or very wet conditions.
• Never take your chair into a shower, tub, pool or sauna.
• Do not use your chair in fresh or salt water (such as at the edge of a stream,
lake, or ocean).
• Make sure all electrical connections are secure.
• Dry the chair as soon as you can if it gets wet, or if you use water to clean it.
2. Proceed slowly and use extra care if you must operate your chair on a wet or
slick surface.
• Do so only if you are sure it is safe.
•Stop if one or both main wheels lose traction. If this occurs, you may lose
control of your chair or fall.
• Never operate your chair on a slope or ramp if there is snow, ice, water or oil
film present.
• When in doubt, have someone help you.
3. When not in use, keep your chair in a clean, dry place.
Extra caution should be used when employing the disc switch or the proximi-
ty head array as control devices. These two devices are susceptible to mal-
function when wet.
I. TERRAIN
1. This chair is designed for use on firm, even surfaces such as concrete, asphalt
and indoor flooring.
2. Do not operate your chair in sand, loose soil or over rough terrain. Doing so
may damage wheels, bearings, axles or motors, or loosen fasteners.

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J. STREET USE
In most states, power chairs are not legal for use on public roads. Be alert to
the danger of motor vehicles on roads or in parking lots.
1. At night, or when it is hard to see, use reflective tape on your chair and clothing.
2. It may be hard for drivers to see you. Make eye contact with drivers before you
proceed. When in doubt, yield until you are sure it is safe.
K. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
Identify whether your chair has been manufactured with the Transit Option installed.
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 inter-
fere 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.
L. CENTER OF BALANCE
The point where this chair will tip forward, back, or to the side depends on
its center of balance and stability.
The Center Of Balance Is Affected By:
1. The seat height and seat angle.
2. A change in your body position, posture or weight distribution.
3. Using this chair on a ramp or slope.
4. The use of a back pack or other options, and the amount of added weight.
To Reduce The Risk Of A Fall Or Tip-Over:
1. Consult your supplier for information on modifications authorized by Sunrise
before you modify or adjust this chair.
NOTE– You may need to make additional changes to correct the center of balance.
2. Use extreme care until you know the balance points of this chair and how to
avoid a fall or tip-over.

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M. TRANSFERS
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. Always turn off power before you transfer to or from your chair. If you fail to
do so you may touch the handrim and cause your chair to move when you do
not expect it.
2. Make sure wheel locks are engaged. This keeps the chair from moving when you
transfer.
3. Work with your health care professional to learn safe methods.
• Learn how to position your body and how to support yourself during a transfer.
• Have someone help you until you are sure you can do a safe transfer on your
own.
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. Be careful of the footrests. If you can, remove or swing them out of the way.
• Never stand on footrests when you transfer. Doing so may damage them or
cause your chair to tip.
• Make sure your feet do not “hang up” or get caught in the space between
the footrests.
7. Make sure armrests do not interfere.
8. Transfer as far back onto the seat surface as you can. This will reduce the risk
that you will miss the seat or fall.
N. REACHING OR LEANING
Reaching or leaning affects the center of balance of your chair. If done
improperly, a fall or tip-over is likely. When in doubt, ask for help or use a
device to extend your reach.
To Reduce the Risk of injury and/or Damage to the Chair:
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 you lose your balance).
4. Never try to pick up an object from the floor by reaching down between your
knees.
5. Never put pressure on the footrests while reaching. This may cause the chair to
tip if you lean too far.
6. Never reach or lean over the top of the seat back. This may damage the back-
rest and cause you to fall.

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If You Must Reach Or Lean; Do So at Your Own Risk.
Remember to:
1. Move your chair as close as you can to the object you wish to reach.
2. 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.
3. Turn off all power to your chair. If you fail to do so, you may touch the han-
drims and cause your chair to move when you do not expect it.
4. Firmly grasp a rear wheel or an armrest with one hand. This will help to prevent
a fall if the chair tips.
O. DRESSING OR CHANGING CLOTHES
Be aware that your weight will shift if you dress or change clothes while
seated in this chair. To make the chair more stable, rotate the front casters
until they are forward.
P. OBSTACLES
Obstacles you may have to overcome in daily use include door thresholds,
lifts, ramps and hazards such as potholes and broken pavement. These can
damage your chair and may cause a fall, tip-over or loss of control.
1. Be aware that thresholds are very dangerous. (Even a small change in height
may stop a caster wheel and cause your chair to tip). You may need to:
• Remove or cover threshold strips between rooms.
• Install a ramp at entry or exit doors.
2. Keep your eyes moving when you ride; scan the area well ahead of your chair.
3. Make sure the floor areas where you use this chair are level and free of obstacles.
4. To help correct your center of balance:
• Lean your upper body forward slightly as you go up over an obstacle.
• Press your upper body backward as you go down from a higher to a lower level.
Q. DRIVING IN REVERSE
Use extra care when you drive your chair in reverse. You may lose control or
fall if one of the rear wheels hits an object.
1. Operate your chair slowly and at an even speed.
2. Stop often and check to make sure your path is clear of obstacles.

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R. RAMPS, SLOPES & SIDEHILLS
The center of balance of your chair changes when you are on a slope.
NOTE– “Slope” includes a ramp or sidehill. Your chair is less stable when it is at an
angle. Never use this chair on a slope unless your are sure it is safe. When in
doubt, have someone help you.
Beware Of:
1. Steep slopes. Do Not use this chair on a slope steeper than 10%. (A 10% slope
means: One foot in elevation for every ten feet of slope length).
2. Wet or slippery surfaces (such as when ice, snow, water or oil film is present).
A loss of traction may cause a fall or tip-over.
3. A change in grade on a slope (or a lip, bump or depression). These may cause a
fall or tip-over.
4. A drop-off at the bottom of a slope. (A drop-off of as small as 3/4 inch can
stop a front caster and cause the chair to tip forward).
S. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FALL, TIP-OVER OR LOSS OF CONTROL:
1. Never use your chair on a slope unless you are sure you can do so without
losing traction.
2. Always go as straight up and as straight down as you can.
• Do not “cut the corner” on a slope or ramp.
• Do not turn or change direction on a slope.
3. Always stay in the center of the ramp. Make sure ramp is wide enough that you
are not at risk that a wheel may roll off the side.
4. Lean or press your body uphill. This will help adjust for a change in the center
of balance caused by the slope.
5. Keep your chair moving at a slow, steady speed. Keep control over the chair at
all times.
•On a descent, do not let your chair accelerate beyond its normal speed.
•If the chair picks up speed, slow the chair by pulling back on the handrims.
NOTE– The solid state controller of your chair has a logic system that will help control
your speed when driving on a slope or up hill.
• If you stop, re-start slowly.
6. Never use rear wheel locks to try to slow or stop your chair. This is likely to
cause the chair to veer out of control.

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T. RAMPS AT HOME & WORK
Make sure ramps meet all Building Codes for your area.
1. For your safety, have a licensed contractor build or remodel ramp to meet all
standards.
2. NOTE– The proper design will vary, depending on such things as: the length and
height of the ramp; the need for an intermediate platform; landing size; doors,
and the direction of swing, and; whether the ramp includes a turn or angle.
At A Minimum:
1. Open sides of ramp must have side rails to prevent your chair from going over
the edge.
2. Slope must not be steeper than one inch in height for every one foot of slope
length.
3. Ramp surface must be even, and have a non-skid surface.
4. You may need to add a section at the top or bottom to avoid a lip or drop-off.
5. Ramp must be sturdy. Add bracing if needed, so ramp does not “bow” when you
ride on it.
U. WHEELCHAIR LIFTS
Wheelchair lifts are used in vans, buses, and buildings to help you move from
one level to another.
1. Always turn off all power to your chair when you are on a lift. If you fail to do
so, you may touch the handrim by accident and cause your chair to drive off
the platform. (Be aware that a “roll-stop” at the end of the platform may not
prevent this).
2. Make sure there is not a lip or drop-off at the top or bottom of the platform.
These may cause a fall or tip-over. When in doubt, have someone help you.
3. Always position the rider securely in the chair to help prevent falls while on a lift.
4. Avoid moving forward if a wheel is “hung up” on the lip of the ramp. Backup,
reposition the caster for a more direct approach. And slowly try again.

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V. CURBS & SINGLE STEPS
1. Your chair is not designed to drive up or down a curb or step more than two
(2) inches high. Doing so may:
• Result in a fall or tip-over.
• Damage the frame, wheels, axles or other chair parts, or loosen fasteners.
2. To prevent a fall or tip-over, use wheelchair access ramps or have someone help
you.
3. If you must climb or descend a curb or step alone do so at your own risk and
use extreme care.
• Go as straight up or straight down as you can. Never turn or climb or
descend at an angle as a fall or tip-over is likely.
• Proceed slowly, at a steady speed.
4. Make sure that persons who assist you review the “Tips For Attendants” and
heed all warnings.
W. STAIRS
Never use this chair to go up or down stairs, even with an attendant. Doing
so is likely to cause a fall or tip-over.
X. ESCALATORS
Never take this chair on an escalator, even with an attendant. Doing so is
likely to cause a fall or tip-over.

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VII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS
If you use parts or make changes not authorized by Sunrise it may create a
safety hazard and will void the Warranty.
A. ANTI-TIP LEVERS
Never remove or alter anti-tip levers. They help keep your chair from tipping
over backward in normal use. Make sure rubber rollers are in good condition.
B. ARMRESTS
Armrests detach and will not bear the weight of this chair.
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.
C. CUSHIONS & SLING SEATS
1. Quickie sling seats, standard foam cushions, and other body supports, 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.
D. FASTENERS
Many of the screws, bolts and nuts on this chair are special high-strength
fasteners. Use of improper fasteners may cause your chair to fail.
1. Only use fasteners provided by Sunrise.
2. If fasteners become loose, tighten them as soon as you can.
3. Over- or under-tightened fasteners may fail or cause damage to chair parts.
• See “Set-Up. Adjustment, & Use”, for proper torque settings.

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E. FOOTRESTS
1. At the lowest point, footrests should be at least 2 1/2 inches off the ground.
If set too LOW, they may “hang up” on obstacles you can expect to find in nor-
mal use. This may cause the chair to stop suddenly and tip forward.
2. To avoid a trip or fall when you transfer:
• Make sure your feet do not “hang up” or get caught in the space between
the footrests.
• Avoid putting weight on the footrests, as the chair may tip forward.
• Remove or swing the footrests out of the way, if possible.
3. Never lift this chair by the footrests. Footrests detach and will not bear the
weight of this chair. Lift this chair only by non-detachable parts of the main
frame.
F. ON/OFF SWITCH
1. Never use the ON/OFF switch to stop the chair except in an emergency.
This may result in an abrupt stop, and may cause you to fall.
2. To slow your chair to a stop, pull back on the handrims.
G. PNEUMATIC TIRES
Proper inflation extends the life of your tires and makes your chair easier to use.
1. Do not use this chair if any of the tires are under- or over-inflated. Check
weekly for proper inflation level, as listed on the tire sidewall.
2. Low pressure in a tire may cause the chair to veer to one side and result in a
loss of control.
3. An over-inflated tire may burst.
4. Never use a gas station air pump to inflate a tire. Such pumps provide air at
high volume, and could cause the tire to burst. To prevent tire damage:
• Use a hand pump (or a low volume air pump) to inflate tires.
• Use a tire gauge to check pressure.
5. Driving over sharp objects may cause damage to pneumatic tires and tubes.
NOTE– Use of airless inserts is not recommended and will void the warranty.

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H. POSITIONING BELTS (OPTIONAL)
Use a positioning belt only to help support your posture. Improper use of
such belts may cause severe injury or death.
1. Make sure you are not at risk to slide down in the wheelchair seat. If this occurs,
you may suffer chest compression or suffocate due to pressure from the belt.
2. A pelvic wedge or a similar device can help keep you from sliding down in the
seat. Consult your health care professional to find out if you need such a device.
3. The belt must be snug, but must not be so tight that it interferes with breath-
ing. You should be able to slide your open hand, flat, between the belt and
your stomach.
4. Make sure you can easily remove the belt in an emergency.
5. Never use a positioning belt:
• In place of a motor vehicle seat belt. In an accident or sudden stop you may
be thrown from the chair. A positioning belt will not prevent this, and fur-
ther injury may result from the belt.
• As a restraint. A restraint requires a doctor’s order.
• On a rider who is comatose or agitated.
I. PUSH HANDLES
1. Push handles provide secure points for an attendant to propel and control the
chair. This helps to prevent a fall or tip-over.
2. Check to make sure push handle grips will not rotate or slip off.
J. REAR WHEEL LOCKS (OPTIONAL)
If you request them, we will install rear wheel locks at Sunrise.
1. Rear wheel locks are not designed to slow or stop a moving wheelchair.
Never apply them when your chair is moving. Doing so may cause you to veer
out of control.
• Use wheel locks only to keep the rear wheels from rolling when your chair is
at a complete stop.
2. Low pressure in a rear tire may cause the wheel lock on that side to slip and
may allow the wheel to turn when you do not expect it.
3. Make sure lock arms embed in tires at least 1/8 inch when locked. If you fail to
do so, the locks may not work.

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K. SEATING SYSTEMS
1. Use of a seating system not approved by Sunrise may alter the center of bal-
ance of this chair. This may cause a fall or tip-over.
2. Never change the seating system of your chair unless you consult your suppli-
er first.
L. UPHOLSTERY FABRIC
1. Replace worn or torn fabric of seat sling and seat back as soon as you can.
If you fail to do so, the seat may fail and cause you to fall. Worn fabrics may
increase the potential for a fire hazard.
2. Sling fabric will deteriorate with age and use. Look for fraying, thin spots, or
stretching of fabric at rivet holes. Replace fabric as required.
3. “Dropping down” into sling seat will weaken fabric and result in the need to
inspect and replace sling on a more frequent basis.
4. Be aware that washing may reduce flame retardation of the fabric.