Sunrise Medical Zippie GS User manual

O w n e r ’ s M a n u a l
Zippie®GS SE
with transit option without transit option
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.
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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 service you
receive from your Sunrise supplier. Please feel free to write or call
us at the address and telephone number below:
Sunrise Medical
Customer Service Department
7477 East Dry Creek arkway
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. f you lose your warranty card, call
or write and we will gladly send you a new one.
FOR ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS
Your authorized supplier knows your wheelchair best, and can answer most of your ques-
tions about chair safety, use and maintenance. For future reference, fill in
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I . I N T R O D U C T I O N
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I I . TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S
1. INTRODUCTION .................................................. 2
11. TABLE OF CONTENTS.......................................... 3
I11. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS ARTS ........................... 4
IV. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE ............................. 5
A. Choose the right chair & Safety Options .................. 5
B. Review This Manual Often ........................................ 5
C.Warnings ................................................................... 5
V. GENERAL WARNINGS .......................................... 5
A. Weight Limit .............................................................. 5
B. Weight Training ......................................................... 5
C.Getting to Know Your Chair ..................................... 5
D.To Reduce The Risk of an Accident .......................... 5
E. Safety Checklist ......................................................... 5
F. Changes & Adjustments ............................................ 6
G.Environmental Conditions ........................................ 6
H.Terrain ....................................................................... 6
. Street Use ................................................................. 6
J. Motor Vehicle Safety ................................................. 6
K. When You Need Help ............................................... 6
VI. WARNINGS: FALLS & TI -OVERS ...................... 7
A. Center of Balance ..................................................... 7
B. Dressing or Changing Clothes .................................. 7
C.Wheelies ................................................................... 7
D.Obstacles .................................................................. 7
E. Reaching or Leaning .................................................. 7
F. Moving Backward ..................................................... 8
G.Ramps, Slopes & Side Hills ........................................ 8
H.Transfers .................................................................... 8
. Curbs & Steps ............................................................ 8
J. Stairs ......................................................................... 9
K. Escalators .................................................................. 9
VII. WARNINGS: FOR SAFE USE ................................ 9
A. Transit Use ................................................................ 9
B. Learning To Do A “Wheelie” .................................... 9
C.Descending A Curb or Single Step ........................... 9
D.Climbing A Curb or Single Step ................................ 9
E. Climbing Stairs ........................................................... 10
F. Descending Stairs ...................................................... 10
G.Maintenance............................................................... 10
VIII. WARNINGS: COM ONENTS & O TIONS ........ 10
A. Transit Option ........................................................... 10
B. Anti-Tip Tubes (Optional) ......................................... 10
C.Armrests ................................................................... 10
D.Cushions & Sling Seats .............................................. 11
E. Fasteners ................................................................... 11
F. Footrests ................................................................... 11
G Pneumatic Tires ........................................................ 11
H. Positioning Belts (Optional) ..................................... 11
. Power Drive .............................................................. 11
J. Push Handles ............................................................. 11
K. Quick-Release Axles ................................................. 11
L. Rear Wheels .............................................................. 12
M. Rear Wheel Locks..................................................... 12
N. Modified Seat System................................................ 12
O. Upholstery Fabric ..................................................... 12
IX. SET-U AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................. 13
A. Backrest .................................................................... 13
B. Swing-in/Swing-Out Hangers and Footrests.............. 13
C.Swing-Away Hangers (60º, 70º, or 90º) .................... 13
D.Articulating Legrest (Optional) .................................. 13
E. Elevating and 90º Elevating Legrests (Optional) ........ 14
F. Kids & Adult Angle Adjustable Footplate .................. 14
G.Heavy Duty Lift-Off Hangers..................................... 14
H.Hanger Extensions ..................................................... 14
. Aluminum Footplate .................................................. 15
J. 90º Footboard............................................................ 15
K. Platform Flip-up Footplate ........................................ 15
L. Flip-up Armrest.......................................................... 15
M.Adjustable Locking Flip-up Armrest (Optional)......... 15
N.Length-Adjustable Locking Flip-up Armrest .............. 16
O.Height-Adjustable Armrest (Optional)....................... 16
P. Wheel Locks .............................................................. 17
Q.Quick-Release Axles .................................................. 17
R. Hub Lock ................................................................... 17
S. Caster Forks .............................................................. 17
T. Caster Plates .............................................................. 18
U.Anti-Tip Tubes - Rear and Front................................. 18
V. Rear Wheel Adjustments ........................................... 19
W.Growing Seat Pan ...................................................... 20
X.Adjustable Back Upholstery....................................... 20
Y. Solid Back And Seat nsert ......................................... 21
Z.Seat Depth ................................................................. 21
AA.Seat Tilt .................................................................... 21
BB.Cross Brace Assembly.............................................. 21
CC.Strut Tube Assembly................................................ 21
DD.Folding the Chair..................................................... 22
EE.Check-Out................................................................ 22
X. TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................... 23
X1. MAINTENANCE .................................................... 24
A. ntroduction ............................................................... 24
B. Maintenance Chart ................................................... 24
C.Maintenance Tips ....................................................... 24
D.Cleaning ..................................................................... 24
E. Storage Tips ............................................................... 24
XII. SUNRISE LIMITED WARRANTY ......................... 25

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I I I . YO U R C H A I R A N D I T S PA R T S
Z I P P I E G S
1. olid back
2. Flip-up armrest
3. olid seat
4. wing-away footrest
5. Footplate
6. Caster tire
7. Folding cross-brace (not shown)
8. Caster fork
9. Push handles/folding backrest
10. olid back hook clamps
11. Backrest pivot plate
12. Rear wheel
13. Handrim
14. Quick-release axle
15. Axle plate
16. Wheel lock
17. Rear securement point
(Optional)
18A Front securement point in
forward position (Optional)
18B Front securement point in
trailing position (Optional)
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I V. N OT I C E – R E A D B E F O R E U S E
A. CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR & SAFETY
OPTIONS
Sunrise provides a choice of many wheelchair styles to meet the
needs of the wheelchair rider. However, final selection of the type
of wheelchair, options and adjustments 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 instruc-
tions. 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 four 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 & TIP-OVERS
Here you will learn how to avoid a fall or tip-over while you per-
form 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 & OPTIONS
Here you will learn about the components of your chair and
options you can select for safety. Consult your authorized supplier
and your health care advisor to help you choose the best set-up
and options for safe use.
NOTE– Where they apply, you will also find “Warnings” in other 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 rider or others.
V. G E N E R A L W A R N I N G S
A. WEIGHT LIMIT
WARNING
NEVER exceed the weight limit of 165 pounds (75 kilo-
grams), for combined weight of rider and items carried.
If you do exceed the limit, damage to your chair, a fall,
tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause severe
injury to the rider or others.
B. WEIGHT TRAINING
WARNING
NEVER use this chair for weight training if total weight
(rider plus equipment) exceeds 165 pounds. If you do
exceed the limit, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over
or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to
the rider or others.
C. GETTING TO NOW YOUR CHAIR
WARNING
Every wheelchair is different. Take the time to learn the
feel of this chair before you begin riding. Start slowly,
with easy, smooth strokes. If you are used to a different
chair, you may use too much force and tip over. If you
use too much force, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-
over or loss of control may occur and cause severe
injury to the rider or others.
D.TO REDUCE THE RIS 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 maneuver 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 rider 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 rider or others.
E. SAFETY CHEC LIST
WARNING
Before Each Use Of Your Chair:
1. Make sure the chair rolls easily and that all parts work
smoothly. Check for noise, vibration, or a change in ease of
use. (They may indicate low tire pressure, loose fasteners, or
damage to your chair).
2. Repair any problem. Your authorized supplier can help you
find and correct the problem.
3. Check to see that both quick-release rear axles are locked.
When locked, the axle button will “pop out” fully. f not
locked, the wheel may come off and cause you to fall.