Zippie IRIS Installation and operation manual

Zippie®IRIS User
Instruction
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I. INTRODUCTION
SUNRISE LISTENS
Thank you for choosing a Zippie 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 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, CO 80503
[phone]
[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 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 the following:
Supplier: _______________________________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
Telephone: _____________________________________________________________________________
Serial #: ________________________________________ Date/Purchased: ________________________
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II. TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................
II. TABLE OF CONTENTS .......................................................................
III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS............................................................
IV. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE.............................................................
A.Choose the Right Chair & Safety Options .........................................
B.Review This Manual Often..............................................................
C.Warnings.....................................................................................
V. GENERAL WARNINGS ......................................................................
A.Weight Limit ...............................................................................
B.Weight Training ...........................................................................
C.Getting to Know Your Chair ...........................................................
D.To Reduce The Risk of an Accident..................................................
E.Safety Checklist ...........................................................................
F. Changes & Adjustments.................................................................
G.Environmental Conditions ..............................................................
H.Terrain........................................................................................
I. Street Use...................................................................................
J. Motor Vehicle Safety.....................................................................
K.When You Need Help ....................................................................
VI. WARNINGS: FALLS & TIP-OVERS.......................................................
A.Center of Gravity..........................................................................
B.Dressing or Changing Clothes.........................................................
C. Wheelies .....................................................................................
D.Obstacles ....................................................................................
E.Reaching or Leaning.....................................................................
F. Moving Backward .........................................................................
G.Ramps, Slopes & Sidehills..............................................................
H.Transfers.....................................................................................
I. Curbs & Steps ..............................................................................
J. Stairs .........................................................................................
K.Escalators ...................................................................................
VII. WARNINGS: FOR SAFE USE (ATTENDANTS).........................................
A.Tilt Use ......................................................................................
B.Descending a Curb or Single Step ...................................................
C.Climbing a Curb or Single Step.......................................................
D.Climbing Stairs ............................................................................
E.Descending Stairs.........................................................................
F. Maintenance ...............................................................................
G.Transit Use..................................................................................
VIII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS ...............................................
A.Anti-Tip Tubes .............................................................................
B.Armrests .....................................................................................
C.Stroller Handle.............................................................................
D.Fasteners ....................................................................................
E.Footrests ....................................................................................
F. Pneumatic Tires ...........................................................................
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G.Positioning Belts..........................................................................
H.Power Drive.................................................................................
I. Push Handles ..............................................................................
J. Quick-Release Axles......................................................................
K.Rear Axles...................................................................................
L. Rear Wheel Locks .........................................................................
M.Modified Seat Systems..................................................................
N.Transit Option..............................................................................
IX. SET-UP AND ADJUSTMENT ...............................................................
A.Swing-Away Hangers and Footrests .................................................
B.Heavy-Duty, Lift-Off Footrests (optional) .........................................
C.Contracture Footrest (optional) ......................................................
D.Articulating Legrest (optional) .......................................................
E.Elevating Legrest (optional) ..........................................................
F. Caster/Forks Assembly ..................................................................
G.Dual-Post Armrest ........................................................................
H.Height-Adjustable Armrests (optional).............................................
I. Adjustable Locking Flip-Up Armrests ...............................................
J. Anti-Tip Tubes - Rear....................................................................
K.Anti-Tip Tubes - Front...................................................................
L. Tilt-In-Space Mechanism ...............................................................
M.Height-Adjustable Back with Adjustable Stroller Handle.....................
N.Stroller Handle Extension ..............................................................
O.Reclining Back.............................................................................
P. Frame Depth................................................................................
Q.Frame Width................................................................................
R.Seat Pan .....................................................................................
S.Cushion Installation .....................................................................
T. Rear Axle ....................................................................................
U.Carriage......................................................................................
V. Wheel Locks ................................................................................
W.Hub Lock Installation ...................................................................
X.Attendant Wheel Lock Installation..................................................
Y. Check Out ...................................................................................
X. BATTERY TRAY................................................................................
A.How to Make Wheelchair Width Adjustments ....................................
B.How to Add the Battery Tray Kit.....................................................
C.How to Remove Battery Tray Components ........................................
XI. TROUBLESHOOTING.........................................................................
XII. MAINTENANCE ...............................................................................
XIII. SUNRISE LIMITED WARRANTY ..........................................................
ESPAÑOL .......................................................................................
FRANÇAIS......................................................................................
DEUTSCH .......................................................................................
ITALIANO ......................................................................................
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III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS
ZIPPIE IRIS
1. Backpost
2. Height-adjustable armrest
3. Wheel locks
4. Swing-away footrest
5. Heel loop
6. Aluminum footplate
7. Push handle
8. Tilt-in-space mechanism release lever
9. Rear anti-tip tube
10. 12" Rear wheel
11. Carriage
12. Caster fork
13. Caster tire
14. Tilt indicator
15. Adjustable seat pan
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17. Hanger receiver
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19. Adjustable stroller handle hinge
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IV. NOTICE– READ BEFORE USE
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 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 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 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 & 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 warn-
ings in this section. If you fail to do so a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause
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V. GENERAL WARNINGS
A. WEIGHT LIMIT
NEVER exceed the weight limit of 150 pounds for the Zippie IRIS, 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
NEVER use this chair for weight training if total weight (rider plus equipment)
exceeds 150 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 KNOW YOUR CHAIR
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 dif-
ferent 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 RISK OF AN ACCIDENT
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 CHECKLIST
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 fas-
teners, or damage to your chair).
2. Repair any problem. Your authorized supplier can help you find and correct the prob-
lem.
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 rider or others.
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F. CHANGES & ADJUSTMENTS
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 authorized 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. Unauthorized modifications or use of parts not supplied or approved by Sunrise may
change the chair structure. This will void the warranty and may cause a safety haz-
ard.
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.
G. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
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 rider or others.
H. TERRAIN
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 rider or others.
I. STREET USE
In most states, wheelchairs 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 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, yield 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 rider or others.
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J. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
As indicated on the front cover of this user manual, identify whether your chair has been
manufactured with the Transit Option installed.
If your chair is not equipped with the Transit Option:
If your chair is not equipped with Transit Option, this wheelchair does not meet
federal standards for motor vehicle seating.
1. NEVER let anyone sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle.
2. ALWAYS secure the rider with proper motor vehicle restraints. In an accident or sud-
den stop the rider may be thrown from the chair. Wheelchair seat belts will not pre-
vent 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 your chair is equipped with the Transit Option:
See section VIII, Part N: Transit Option and section VII, Part G: 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 rider or others.
K. WHEN YOU NEED HELP
For The Rider:
Make sure that each person who helps you reads and follows all warnings and instructions
that apply.
For Attendants:
1. Work with the rider’s doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe methods best suited to
your abilities and those of the rider.
2. Tell the rider what you plan to do, and explain what you expect the rider to do. This
will put the rider at ease and reduce the risk of an accident.
3. Make sure the chair has push handles. They provide secure points for you to hold the
rear of the chair to prevent a fall or tip-over. Check to make sure push handle grips
will not rotate or slip off.
4. To prevent injury to your back, use good posture and proper body mechanics. When
you lift or support the rider or tilt the chair, bend your knees slightly and keep your
back as upright and straight as you can.
5. Remind the rider to lean back when you tilt the chair backward.
6. When you descend a curb or single step, slowly lower the chair in one easy move-
ment. Do not let the chair drop the last few inches to the ground. This may damage
the chair or injure the rider.
7. To avoid tripping, unlock and rotate anti-tip tubes up, out of the way. ALWAYS lock
the rear wheels and lock anti-tip tubes in place if you must leave the rider 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 rider or others.
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VI. WARNINGS: FALLS & TIP-OVERS
A. CENTER OF GRAVITY
The point where this chair will tip forward, back, or to the side depends on its
center of gravity and stability. How your chair is set up, the options you select
and the changes you make may affect the risk of a fall or tip-over.
1. The Most Important Adjustments Are:
a. The position of the rear wheels. The more you move the rear wheels forward, the
more likely your chair will tip over backward.
b. The position of the carriage.
2. The Center Of Gravity Is Also Affected By:
a. A change in the set-up of your chair, including:
• 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 authorized supplier BEFORE you modify or adjust this chair. Be
aware that you may need to make other changes to correct the center of bal-
ance.
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.
e. Never allow the presence of a second occupant climbing or standing on a
component 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 rider or others.
B. DRESSING OR CHANGING CLOTHES
Your weight may shift if you dress or change clothes while seated in this chair.
To reduce the risk of a fall or tip-over:
1. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible.
This makes the chair more stable.
2. Lock anti-tip tubes in place. (If your chair does not have anti-tip tubes, back it up
against a wall and lock both rear wheels).
If you fail to heed 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.
C. WHEELIES
Because of the ability to adjust the center of gravity and changes in center of gravity
that will result from operating the tilt in space feature of this chair, as
a user, do not perform wheelies in the IRIS wheelchair.
Doing a “wheelie” means: balancing on the rear wheels of your chair, while the
front casters are in the air. It is dangerous to do a "wheelie" as a fall or tip-over
may occur.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur
and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
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D. OBSTACLES
Obstacles and road hazards (such as potholes and broken pavement) can damage
your chair and may cause a fall, tip-over or loss of control.
To avoid these risks:
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 Center Of Balance:
a. Lean your upper body FORWARD slightly as you go UP over an obstacle.
b. Press your upper body BACKWARD as you go DOWN from a higher to a lower level.
6. If your chair has anti-tip tubes, 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 rider or others.
E. REACHING OR LEANING
If you reach or lean it will affect the center of balance of your chair. This may
cause you to fall or tip over. When in doubt, ask for help or use a device to
extend your reach.
1. NEVER reach or lean if you must shift your weight sideways or rise up off the seat.
2. NEVER reach or lean if you must move forward in your seat to do so. Always keep
your buttocks in contact with the backrest.
3. NEVER reach with both hands (you may not be able to catch 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 rider or others.
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F. MOVING BACKWARD
Use extra care when you move your chair backward. Your chair is most stable
when you propel yourself forward. You may lose control or tip over if one of the
rear wheels hits an object and stops rolling.
1. Propel your chair slowly and smoothly.
2. If your chair has anti-tip tubes, make sure to lock them in place.
3. Stop often and check to be sure your path is clear.
If you fail to heed 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.
G. RAMPS, SLOPES & SIDEHILLS
Riding on a slope, which includes a ramp or sidehill, will change the center of
balance of your chair. Your chair is less stable when it is at an angle. Anti-tip
tubes may not prevent a fall or tip-over.
1. Do not use your chair on a slope steeper than 10%. (A 10% slope means: one foot in
elevation for every ten feet of slope length.)
2. Always go as straight up and as straight down as you can. (Do not “cut the corner”
on a slope or ramp.)
3. Do not turn or change direction on a slope.
4. Always stay in the CENTER 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 3/4 inch can stop
a front caster and cause the chair to tip forward.
8. To Reduce The Risk Of A Fall Or Tip-Over:
a. Lean or press your body UPHILL. This will help adjust for the change in the cen-
ter of balance caused by the slope or sidehill.
b. Keep pressure on the handrims to control your speed on a down slope.
If you go too fast you may lose control.
c. Ask for help any time you are in doubt.
9. Ramps At Home & Work - For your safety, ramps at home and work must meet all
legal requirements for your area. We recommend:
a. Width: At least four feet wide.
b. Guardrails: To reduce the risk of a fall, sides of ramp must have guardrails (or
raised borders at least three inches 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: Ramps must be STURDY. You may need bracing so ramps do not “bow”
when you ride on them.
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 rider or others.
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H. TRANSFER
It is dangerous to transfer on your own. It requires good balance and agility. Be
aware that there is a point during every transfer when the wheelchair seat is not
below you. To Avoid A Fall:
1. Work with your health care advisor to learn safe methods.
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 tires properly inflated. Low tire 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 rider or others.
I. CURBS & STEPS
1. Each person who helps you should read and follow the warnings “For Safe Use”
(Section VII) and “For Attendants” (Section V, Part K).
2. Do not try to climb or descend a curb or step alone.
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 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 rider or others.
J. STAIRS
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, Part K), and “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 rider or others.
K. ESCALATORS
NEVER use this chair on an escalator, even with an attendant. If you do, a fall or
tip-over is likely.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur
and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
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VII. WARNINGS: FOR SAFE USE (ATTENDANTS)
Before you assist a rider, be sure to read the warnings “For Attendants” in
Section V, Part K and follow all instructions that apply. Be aware that you will
need to learn safe methods best suited to your abilities.
A. TILT USE
In preparation to operate the tilt:
• Always verify that the arms of the rider are stable on the armrests or within the arm-
rests.
• Always verify that the legs of the rider are stable on the footrest/legrest.
• Never place hands, feet or foreign objects into the tilt mechanism.
• Never push or propel the chair with the seat tilted in a forward position.
• Never add chair accessories that are not specifically designed for Zippie IRIS.
• Never exceed a tilted position that aligns the backrest parallel to the ground.
B. DESCENDING A CURB OR SINGLE STEP
Follow these steps to help a rider descend a curb or single step going
BACKWARD:
1. Stay at the rear of the chair.
2. Several feet before your reach the edge of the curb or step, turn the chair around
and pull it 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 rider or others.
C. CLIMBING A CURB OR SINGLE STEP
Follow these steps to help the rider climb a curb or single step going FORWARD:
1. Stay behind the chair.
2. Face the curb and tilt the chair up on the rear wheels so that the front casters clear
the curb or step.
3. Move forward, placing the front casters on the upper level as soon as you are sure
they are past the edge.
4. Continue forward until the rear wheels contact the face of the curb or step. Lift and
roll the rear wheels to the upper level.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and
cause severe injury to the rider or others.
D. CLIMBING STAIRS
1. Use at least two attendants to move a chair and rider up stairs.
2. Move the chair and rider 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 should firmly grasp the hanger receiver or frontmost
part of the seat rail and lift the chair up and over one stair at a time.
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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 rider or others.
E. DESCENDING STAIRS
1. Use at least two attendants to move a chair and rider down stairs.
2. Move the chair and rider 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 hanger
receiver or frontmost part of the seat rail. 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 rider or others.
F. MAINTENANCE
1. Inspect and maintain this chair strictly per chart in section XI. Maintenance.
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 authorized 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 rider or others. For additional maintenance information see Section XI:
Maintenance.
G. TRANSIT USE
Refer also to section VIII, part N and section V, part J for additional transit option and motor vehicle
warnings.
1. If possible and feasible, the rider should transfer to the Original Equipment
Manufacturer vehicle seat and use the vehicle restraint.
2. If the wheelchair is used for transport, it must be used in a forward-facing seating
position.
3. The rider must not weigh more than 150 lbs.
4. The figure to the right shows the locations of the wheelchair securement points, front
(A) and back (B).
5. Use only with Wheelchair Tie down and Occupant Restraint Systems (WTORS) that
have been installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and SAE
J2249.
6. Attach WTORS to securement points in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions and SAE J2249.
7. Attach occupant restraints in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and SAE
J2249.
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VIII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS
A. ANTI-TIP TUBES (OPTIONAL)
Anti-tip tubes can help keep your chair from tipping over backward in most nor-
mal conditions.
1. Sunrise Recommends Use Of Anti-Tip Tubes:
a. UNLESS you are a skilled rider 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 1
1/2 to 2 inches 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 rider or others.
B. ARMRESTS
Armrests 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.
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.
C. STROLLER HANDLE
1. Always keep hands away from the locking mechanism located at the bottom of the
back canes when folding the back down or pulling it back up.
2. Always keep fingers away from the interior of the hinge when readjusting the
adjustable stroller handle.
D. FASTENERS
Many of the screws, bolts and nuts on this chair are special high-strength fasten-
ers. Use of improper fasteners may cause your chair to fail.
1. ONLY use fasteners provided by an authorized 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 rider or others.
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E. FOOTRESTS
Footrests will not bear the weight of this chair
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 normal use. This
may cause the chair to stop suddenly and tip forward.
2. To Avoid A Trip Or Fall When You Transfer:
a. Make sure your feet do not “hang up” or get caught in the space between the
footrests.
b. Avoid putting weight on the footrests, as the chair may tip forward.
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.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur
and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
F. 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 is under- or over-inflated. Check weekly for
proper inflation level, as listed on the tire sidewall.
2. Low pressure in a rear tire 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 tires may cause the chair to veer to one side and result in
a loss of control.
4. Over-inflated tires 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 rider or others.
G. POSITIONING BELTS (OPTIONAL)
Use positioning belts ONLY to help support the rider’s posture. Improper use of
these belts may cause severe injury to or death of the rider.
1. Make sure the rider can not slide down in the wheelchair seat. If this occurs, the rider
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 rider.
3. A pelvic wedge or a similar device can help keep the rider from sliding down in the
seat. Consult with the rider’s doctor, nurse or therapist to find out if the rider needs
such a device.
4. Use positioning belts only with a rider who can cooperate. Make sure the rider 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 rider who is comatose or agitated.
c. As a motor vehicle restraint. 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.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and
cause severe injury to the rider or others.
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H. POWER DRIVE
Do not install a power drive on any Zippie wheelchair. If you do:
1. It will affect the center 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 rider or others.
I. PUSH HANDLES
When you have a attendant, make sure that this chair 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 atten-
dant.
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 rider or others.
J. QUICK-RELEASE AXLES
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 rider 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 rider or others.
K. REAR AXLES
A change in set-up of the rear wheels will affect the center of balance of your chair.
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 tires at least 1/8 inch 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 rider or others.
L. REAR WHEEL LOCKS
Rear wheel locks are NOT designed to slow or stop a moving wheelchair.
Use them only to keep the rear wheels from rolling when your chair is at a com-
plete 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 tire 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 tires at least 1/8 inch 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 rider or others.
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M. MODIFIED SEAT SYSTEMS
Use of a seat system not approved by Sunrise may alter the center of balance of
this chair. This may cause the chair to tip over.
1. Do not change the seat system of your chair UNLESS you consult your authorized sup-
plier first.
2. Use of a non-validated system (wheelchair base and seating), as a seat in a motor
vehicle could result in increased risk of severe injury or death in a vehicular mishap.
• Only a complete system (wheelchair base and seating) can be validated for use as
a seat in a motor vehicle.
• The seating provided may or may not be appropriate for use as a seat in a motor
vehicle in combination with this wheelchair base.
• Before using this system as a seat in a motor vehicle, you should verify that the
seating manufacturer has validated the seating in combination with this wheel-
chair base.
• Before using this system as a seat in a motor vehicle, you should read and comply
with all instructions for use provided by both Sunrise Medical and the seating
manufacturer as well as the instructions for use of any other component or acces-
sory manufacturer.
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.
N. TRANSIT OPTION
1. Use only Wheelchair Tiedown and Occupant Restraint Systems (WTORS) which meet
the requirements of SAE J2249 Recommended Practice - Wheelchair Tiedown and
Occupant Restraint Systems For Use in Motor Vehicles. Do not use WTORS designed to
rely on the wheelchair structure to transfer occupant restraint loads to the vehicle.
2. The wheelchair has been dynamically tested in a forward-facing mode for a 30 mph
frontal impact test. The wheelchair must be forward-facing during transport.
3. In order to reduce the potential of injury to vehicle occupants, wheelchair-mounted
accessories, such as trays and respiratory equipment, should be removed and secured
separately.
4. Postural supports and positioning devices should not be relied on for occupant
restraint.
5. Do not alter or substitute wheelchair frame parts, components or seating.
6. Sudden stops or impacts can structurally damage your chair. Chairs involved in such
incidents should be replaced.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur
and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
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IX. SET-UP & ADJUSTMENT
NOTE– Setting the wheelchair on a table or on a flat surface, such as a workbench, helps make these
procedures easier.
NOTE ON TORQUE SETTING– A torque setting is the optimum tightening which should be made on a
particular fastener. A torque wrench which measures in./lbs. should be used when tightening fasteners
on Zippie wheelchairs. Unless otherwise noted, use a torque setting of 60 in./lbs. When setting up this
wheelchair.
A. SWING-AWAY HANGERS AND FOOTRESTS 60°, 70°, 70°V, 80°, OR 90°
1. Installation
a. Place swing-away pivot saddle (A) into the receiver (B) on front frame tube with the
footrest facing outward from frame.
b. Rotate the footrest inward until it locks into place on locking bolt (C).
2. Removal
a. To remove footrest, push release latch (D) toward the frame.
b. Rotate footrest outward and lift.
3. Height Adjustment with Extension Tube
a. Remove both bolts (E) in the hanger frame tube.
b. Reposition footrest height.
c. Re-tighten all bolts (E).
4. Height Adjustment, Front Mount
a. Loosen and remove the retaining bolt (F) in the frame tube.
b. Position footplate upward or downward in predrilled holes on hanger tube.
c. Reinsert bolt (F) and tighten.
B. HEAVY-DUTY, LIFT-OFF FOOTRESTS (OPTIONAL): 70°, 80°, 90°
1. Installation
Slide pivot saddle (A) into receiver (B) on front frame tube until it locks into place.
2. Removal
To remove footrest, push release latch (C) while lifting up footrest from receiver.
3. Height-Adjustment, Front Mount
a. Loosen and remove the retaining bolt (D) in the footrest mounting bracket.
b. Position footplate upward or downward in predrilled holes on hanger tube.
c. Reinsert bolt and tighten.
C. CONTRACTURE FOOTREST (OPTIONAL)
1. Lateral Mount
Can be mounted laterally as shown in illustration (E).
2. Center Mount
Can be mounted in the center as shown in illustration (F).
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