Sunrise Medical G-424 - Manual

Page 2 - I N T R O D U C T I O N

930484 Rev. A 3 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 theservice you receive from your Sunrise supplier. Please feel free to write or call us at the address and telephon...

Page 5 - believe that such a device may be in use near your chair.; Release its brakes; E M I ( E L E C T R O M A G N E T I C I N T E R F E R E N C E ); A. CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR & SAFETY OPTIONS; Where they apply, you will also find “Warnings” in other sections of; N O T I C E — R E A D B E F O R E U S E

930484 Rev. A 9 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 y...

Page 6 - F. REPORT ALL SUSPECTED EMI INCIDENTS; The following are not likely to cause EMI problems:; D. DISTANCE FROM THE SOURCE

930484 Rev. A 11 V . E M I ( E L E C T R O M A G N E T I C I N T E R F E R E N C E ) joystick system, Highback Contour seat, flip back armrests, solid flip-up footplateand GP24 gel cell batteries. 4. The following specialty import devices have an unknown effect on the immunity level because they hav...

Page 7 - D. CONTROLLER SETTINGS; G E N E R A L W A R N I N G S; Never

930484 Rev. A 13 V I . G E N E R A L W A R N I N G S D. CONTROLLER SETTINGS Be aware that you may need to adjust the controller settings of your chair toreduce the risk of a collision, fall or tip-over. 1. Check and adjust the settings every six to twelve months (or more often, if needed). 2. Consul...

Page 8 - L. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY; you in an accident further injury may result from the belts.; THE CENTER OF BALANCE IS AFFECTED BY:; H. WHEN SEATED IN A PARKED WHEELCHAIR

930484 Rev. A 15 V I . G E N E R A L W A R N I N G S K. STREET USE In most states, power chairs are not legal for use on public roads. Be alert tothe 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...

Page 9 - O. REACHING OR LEANING

930484 Rev. A 17 V I . G E N E R A L W A R N I N G S O. 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 extendyour reach. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO...

Page 10 - T. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A; your speed when driving on a slope or uphill.; forward

930484 Rev. A 19 V I . G E N E R A L W A R N I N G S T. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FALL, TIP-OVER OR LOSS OFCONTROL: 1. Never use your chair on a slope unless you are sure you can do so without los-ing traction. 2. Always go as straight up and as straight down as you can.• Do not “cut the corner” on a ...

Page 13 - A. TO CLIMB A CURB OR SINGLE STEP; C O M P O N E N T S & O P T I O N S

930484 Rev. A 25 V I I I . T I P S F O R A T T E N D A N T S 1. Persons who help a rider do one of the following tasks should review and heed the warnings “Notice to Attendants” and all warnings in this Manual for that task. 2. The “Tips” that follow are suggestions only. Be aware that you will need...

Page 14 - TOOLS YOU WILL NEED; Phillips screwdriver #2; Only; use screws, bolts and nuts provided by Sunrise.; If bolts or screws become loose, tighten them as soon as you can.; Note the position of washers and spacers before disassembly.; A D J U S T M E N T & U S E

930484 Rev. A 27 I X . S E T - U P , A D J U S T M E N T & U S E TOOLS YOU WILL NEED 1. Basic Tool Kit: To set-up, adjust and maintain your chair you will need the following tools: • 7/16" box and open-end wrench • 1/2" box and open-end wrench • 3/4" box and open-end wrench • 3/4"...

Page 15 - II. Alternate Battery Removal

930484 Rev. A 29 I X . S E T - U P , A D J U S T M E N T & U S E C. SWING-AWAY FOOTRESTS 1. Installation a) Place swing-away pivot pin (A) into the locating hole (B) on top of thehanger mount with the footrest facingoutward from frame. b) Rotate the footrest inward until latch plate locks into p...

Page 16 - I. FLIP BACK WIDTH ADJUSTABLE; INSTALLATION

930484 Rev. A 31 I X . S E T - U P , A D J U S T M E N T & U S E I. FLIP BACK WIDTH ADJUSTABLE ARMRESTS (CONTOUR & HIGHBACK CONTOUR SEAT) 1. Installation/Removal or Adjustment a) Insert armrest support (A) inside of 1" square tube (B) located on back of the seat. b) Repeat for other side...

Page 17 - O. SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT; II; Adjusting the back height will change; M. F O L D I N G B AC K R E S T ( s e at

930484 Rev. A 33 I X . S E T - U P , A D J U S T M E N T & U S E b) Backrest is ready for use. 2. Folding Backrest a) Fold backrest forward. N. FOLDING BACKREST (SEAT FRAME) Folding backrests are shipped with backrestin folded position. 1. Upright Positioning a) Lift backrest to upright position...

Page 18 - AND CONTOUR SEATS ONLY); HIGHBACK CONTOUR SEATS)

930484 Rev. A 35 I X . S E T - U P , A D J U S T M E N T & U S E c) Replace screws and tighten. Important Note: If there is any difficulty in re-attaching the screws, try using aprobe to help line up the holes. S. SEAT DEPTH (SEAT FRAME AND CONTOUR SEATS ONLY) The seat depth can be adjusted in o...

Page 19 - O P E R A T I N G G U I D E; on; Circuit; A. PERFORMANCE CONTROL SETTINGS; your health care advisor before you alter settings.; off; Integral Joystick

930484 Rev. A 37 X . O P E R A T I N G G U I D E c. Turn on power to the chair; program as needed. d. Remove plug and cycle ON/OFF switch to drive chair. Note: Review the Quickie QTRONIX Programmer Owner’s Manual for more details on how to program your chair. Note: Program settings that are not matc...

Page 20 - NOTE–; Green lights indicate that batteries are fully charged.

930484 Rev. A 39 3. On/Off Mode switch (A) The on/off mode switch is located on therear face of the joystick housing. It is atoggle switch. Turning the chair on or off, isaccomplished by pressing the switchdownward. The switch will automaticallyreturn to the center point. Alternatelocations exist fo...

Page 22 - Attach battery harness to battery post.; E. CHARGING BATTERIES; expose charger to rain or snow.; unplug charger by pulling on the electrical cord. This will damage; only; by a qualified person.; Caution — To Avoid Damage to the Battery:; Keep batteries upright.; D. CONNECTING BATTERIES IN BATTERY WELL; B A T T E R I E S

930484 Rev. A 43 1. Attach battery harness to battery post. Connect red to positive terminal and blackto negative terminal. 2. Tighten all terminal fasteners using twowrenches.3. Cover battery posts with insulating caps onharness.4. Lift batteries into battery well. Batteries weigh up to 55 pounds. ...

Page 23 - M A I N T E N A N C E; D. BATTERY MAINTENANCE; F. DISPOSING OF BATTERIES

930484 Rev. A 45 X I I . M A I N T E N A N C E A. NOTES 1. Proper maintenance will improve performance and extend the useful life of your chair. 2. Clean your chair regularly. This will help you find loose or worn parts and will make your chair easier to use. 3. To protect your investment, have all ...

Page 24 - F. TO REPAIR OR REPLACE A TIRE; Residual air pressure in tires can cause severe; use distilled water only.; low volume

930484 Rev. A 47 X I I . M A I N T E N A N C E F. TO REPAIR OR REPLACE A TIRE Residual air pressure in tires can cause severe injury. Make sure you release all air in tire before attempting to service or repair tires. 1. 8" Front Caster Wheels: a. Release all air from tire.b. Remove caster wheel...

Page 25 - j. Install wheel on chair by replacing center lock washer, nut and

930484 Rev. A 49 X I I I . W I R I N G D I A G R A M S Wiring Diagram Detail (Remote System) 48 930484 Rev. A X I I . M A I N T E N A N C E Note: Do not use pneumatic inner tube in tires with two-piece rims. i. Reassemble the wheel. Use a torque setting of 420 in.-lbs. to re-tighten bolts. j. Instal...

Page 26 - S U N R I S E L I M I T E D W A R R A N T Y; ADDITIONAL WARRANTY; W I R I N G D I A G R A M S; Wiring Diagram Detail (Integrated Control System)

930484 Rev. A 51 X I V . S U N R I S E L I M I T E D W A R R A N T Y 1. FOR LIFE We warrant the main frame of this wheelchair against defects in materials andworkmanship for the lifetime use of the first consumer purchaser. 2. ADDITIONAL WARRANTY We warrant Sunrise-made components of this wheelchair...

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