Sunrise Medical Puma 40 User manual

Puma 40
USER MANUAL EN
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Powered Wheelchair

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Table of contents
1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................7
1.1 This user manual 7
1.2 For further information 7
1.3 Symbols used in this manual 7
2 Safety .........................................................................................................................................8
2.1 Temperature 8
2.2 Electromagnetic radiation 8
2.3 Moving parts 9
3 General description ..................................................................................................................10
3.1 Main components 10
3.2 Confi gurations 10
3.3 Intended use 10
3.4 Area of application 11
3.5 User environment 11
4 Use of the wheelchair ...............................................................................................................13
4.1 Adjustment options 13
4.2 Checking the wheelchair before use 13
4.3 Getting in and out of the wheelchair (transfer) 14
4.4 Driving the wheelchair 15
4.5 Obstacles 17
4.6 Pushing the wheelchair 17
4.7 Storage after use 18
5 Settings ....................................................................................................................................19
5.1 Seating system 19
5.2 Seat height 19
5.3 Centre of gravity setting 20
5.4 Controller height and depth 20
5.5 Control system programme 20
6 Transport ..................................................................................................................................21
6.1 Transport without occupant 21
6.2 Special shipping requirements 21
6.3 The wheelchair as a passenger seat in a car with straps 22
7 Maintenance .............................................................................................................................26
7.1 Maintenance plan 26
7.2 Batteries 26
7.3 Tyres 27
7.4 Cleaning and desinfection 28
7.5 Used products and the environment 28
8 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................29

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9 Technical specifi cations ............................................................................................................30
9.1 CE declaration and requirements 30
9.2 Technical information 30
10 Labelling ...................................................................................................................................32
10.1 Markings on the wheelchair 32
11 Accessories ..............................................................................................................................33
12 Warranty ...................................................................................................................................34

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1 Introduction
Congratulations on choosing a Sunrise Medical
wheelchair. Sunrise Medical’s high-quality
mobility products are designed to enhance
independence and make your everyday life
easier.
1.1 This user manual
This user manual will help you to use and
maintain your wheelchair safely. This entire
user manual for this wheelchair consists of
three booklets:
• The general wheelchair user manual (this
booklet)
• The user manual for the seating system
• The user manual for the controller
When necessary this general user manual
refers to other manuals as shown below:
 Seating system: Refers to the user manual
for the seating system.
 Controller: Refers to the user manual
for the controller.
 Battery charger: Refers to the user manual
for the battery charger.
Read this entire user manual (all of the
booklets) carefully before using the product.
If one of the user manuals was not included
with your wheelchair, please contact your
dealer immediately.
In addition to this user manual, there is also a
service manual for qualifi ed specialists.
If you are visually impaired, this
document can be viewed in PDF format at
www.SunriseMedical.eu or alternatively is
available on request in large text.
1.2 For further information
Please contact your local, authorised Sunrise
Medical dealer if you have any questions
regarding the use, maintenance or safety of
your wheelchair. In case there is no authorised
dealer in your area or you have any questions,
contact Sunrise Medical either in writing or by
telephone.
For information about product safety
notices and product recalls, go to
www.SunriseMedical.eu
1.3 Symbols used in this manual
Note!
Pointing out possible problems to the user.
Caution!
Advice for the user to prevent damage to the
product.
Warning!
Warnings for the user to prevent personal in
jury.
Not following these instructions may result
in physical injury, damage to the product or
damage to the environment!
Symbols in illustrations
Each illustration includes icons and numbering
to indicate what needs to be done and in which
order.
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, Step 1, 2 etc.
An arrow, as part of an illustration, indicates
that the component in question moves or needs
to be moved in the direction indicated.

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2 Safety
Warning!
Always follow the instructions given next to
the warning symbols! Not following these
instructions may result in physical injury,
damage to the wheelchair or damage to
the environment. Where possible, the
warnings have been placed in the applicable
paragraphs.
2.1 Temperature
Warning!
Avoid physical contact with the wheelchair’s
motors. The motors are continuously in
motion during use and can reach high
temperatures. After use, the motors will cool
down slowly. Physical contact may cause
burns.
Ensure that the wheelchair is not exposed
to direct sunlight for extended periods of
time. Certain parts of the wheelchair, such
as the seat, the backrest and the armrests,
can become hot if exposed to the sun for too
long. This may cause burns or skin irritation.
2.2 Electromagnetic radiation
The standard version of your electric
wheelchair has been tested for compliance
with the applicable requirements regarding
electromagnetic radiation (EMC requirements).
Note!
It cannot be excluded that electromagnetic
radiation emanating from mobile telephones,
medical apparatus and other sources, may
have an infl uence on the wheelchair.
It cannot be excluded that the wheelchair
will interfere with the electromagnetic fi elds
of, for example, shop doors, burglar alarm
systems and/or garage door openers.
In some confi gurations it is possible that
extreme electrical discharge situations
(due to static electricity) may cause a fault
message (‘ISM over-current’) fl ashing on
the screen. If this occurs simply turn off your
wheelchair for a few seconds and back on
again to clear the fault.
In the unlikely event that such problems do
occur, you are requested to notify your dealer
immediately.

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2.3 Moving parts
Warning!
Contact with the moving parts of the
wheelchair should be avoided. A wheelchair
has moving and rotating parts. Contact with
moving parts may result in serious physical
injury or damage to the wheelchair.
Moving/rotating parts (fi gure 1):
1. Electrically tilt adjustment
2. Electrically high/low adjustment
3. Electrically reclining backrest
4. Electrically elevating legrests
5. Electrically elevating central legrest and
electric height adjustment
6. Wheels (turning and pivoting)

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3 General description
Comfort is of paramount importance to many
people who make use of a wheelchair. And this
is exactly what this electrical driven wheelchair
off ers: an unknown degree of driving comfort.
A distinctive feature is the unique independent
suspension system, which absorbs not only
shocks, but also vibrations.
3.1 Main components
See fi gures 2 and 3:
1. Drive wheels
2. Castor wheels
3. Freewheel switch
4. Controller
5. Seat cushion
6. Backrest
7. Armrest
8. Legrest with foot support
9. Headrest
3.2 Confi gurations
Generally speaking, the wheelchair comprises
a chassis with a seating system on top. This
special chassis makes it possible for the
wheelchair to be confi gured as front wheel drive
or rear wheel-drive. The wheelchair is available
in diff erent speeds, 6 km/h, 10 km/h and 12,5
km/h. In addition, the Puma 40 can be supplied
with two diff erent types of tyres (for indoor and
outdoor use). This will have an eff ect on certain
specifi cations.
3.3 Intended use
Power wheelchairs are exclusively for a user
who is unable to walk or has limited mobility, for
their own personal use indoors and outdoor.
When an Attendant Control Module is fi tted,
the Power Wheelchair may be operated by an
assistant on behalf of the user.
When a Dual Control Module is fi tted the Power
Wheelchair may be operated by the user, or
control may be switched to an assistant to
operate on behalf of the user.