Zippie®TS
User
Instruction
Manual &
Warranty
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WITH TRANSIT OPTION
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WITHOUT TRANSIT OPTION
SUPPLIER:
THIS MANUAL MUST BE
GIVEN TO THE RIDER OF
THIS WHEELCHAIR.
RIDER:
BEFORE USING THIS
WHEELCHAIR READ THIS
ENTIRE MANUAL AND SAVE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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I. Introduction
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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 Parkway
Longmont, Colorado 80503
(303) 218-4500 or (800) 333-4000
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 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
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
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J. Push Handles .................................................................................... 24
K. Quick-Release Axles ........................................................................... 24
L. Rear Wheels ...................................................................................... 24
M. Rear Wheel Locks .............................................................................. 25
N. Modified Seat System ......................................................................... 25
O. Upholstrey Fabric............................................................................... 25
IX. SET-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS .................................................................... 26
A. Main Frame...................................................................................... 26
B. Backrest.......................................................................................... 26
C. Swing-Away Hangers (60º, 70º, or 90º) ............................................... 26
D. Articulating Legrest (Optional) ........................................................... 27
E. Elevating and 90º Elevating Legrests (Optional).................................... 27
F. Composite Footplate ......................................................................... 27
G. Kids & Adult Angle Adjustable Footplate .............................................. 28
H. Aluminum Footplate ......................................................................... 28
I. 90º Footboard.................................................................................. 28
J. Platform Flip-up Footplate ................................................................. 29
K. Flip-up Armrest................................................................................ 29
L. Adjustable Locking Flip-up Armrest (Optional)...................................... 29
M. Height-Adjustable Armrest (Optional) .................................................. 30
N. Wheel Locks .................................................................................... 31
O. Quick-Release Axles .......................................................................... 31
P. Caster Forks..................................................................................... 32
Q. Caster Plates ................................................................................... 32
R. Quick-Release Caster Stems (Optional)................................................. 33
S. Anti-Tip Tubes - Rear and Front.......................................................... 33
T. Rear Wheel Adjustments .................................................................... 34
U. Seat Depth ...................................................................................... 35
V. Solid Back And Seat Insert ................................................................ 36
W. Tilt-in-Space.................................................................................... 36
X. Cross Brace...................................................................................... 37
Y. Strut Tube Assembly ......................................................................... 37
Z. Folding the Chair ............................................................................. 37
AA. Growing Seat Pan (Optional) .............................................................. 38
BB. Check-Out ....................................................................................... 39
X. TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................... 40
XI. MAINTENANCE...................................................................................... 41
A. Introduction.................................................................................... 41
B. Maintenance Chart............................................................................ 41
C. Maintenance Tips ............................................................................. 42
D. Cleaning ......................................................................................... 42
E. Storage Tips .................................................................................... 42
XII. SUNRISE LIMITED WARRANTY................................................................. 43
A. For Lifetime..................................................................................... 43
B. For 2 Years...................................................................................... 43
C. Limitations...................................................................................... 43
D. What We Will Do .............................................................................. 43
E. What You Must Do ............................................................................ 43
F. Notice to Consumers......................................................................... 43
II. Table of Contents
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I. INTRODUCTION..................................................................................... 3
A. Sunrise Listens .................................................................................. 3
II. TABLE OF CONTENTS.............................................................................. 4
III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS .................................................................. 6
IV. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE ................................................................... 7
A. Choose the right chair & Safety Options .............................................. 7
B. Review This Manual Often.................................................................. 7
C. Warnings......................................................................................... 7
V. GENERAL WARNINGS............................................................................. 8
A. Weight Limit.................................................................................... 8
B. Weight Training................................................................................ 8
C. Getting to Know Your Chair................................................................ 8
D. To Reduce The Risk of an Accident ...................................................... 8
E. Safety Checklist ............................................................................... 9
F. Changes & Adjustments..................................................................... 9
G. Environmental Conditions .................................................................. 9
H. Terrain............................................................................................ 10
I. Street Use....................................................................................... 10
J. Motor Vehicle Safety ......................................................................... 10
K. When You Need Help......................................................................... 11
VI. WARNINGS: FALLS & TIP-OVERS ............................................................. 12
A. Center of Balance............................................................................. 12
B. Dressing or Changing Clothes ............................................................. 12
C. Wheelies ......................................................................................... 13
D. Obstacles ........................................................................................ 13
E. Reaching or Leaning ......................................................................... 14
F. Moving Backward ............................................................................. 14
G. Ramps, Slopes & Side Hills ................................................................ 15
H. Transfers......................................................................................... 16
I. Curbs & Steps .................................................................................. 16
J. Stairs ............................................................................................. 17
K. Escalators ....................................................................................... 17
VII. WARNINGS: FOR SAFE USE ..................................................................... 18
A. Transit Use ...................................................................................... 18
B. Learning To Do A “Wheelie” ............................................................... 18
C. Descending A Curb or Single Step ....................................................... 19
D. Climbing A Curb or Single Step........................................................... 19
E. Climbing Stairs ................................................................................ 20
F. Descending Stairs ............................................................................. 20
G. Maintenance.................................................................................... 20
VIII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS ..................................................... 21
A. Transit Option.................................................................................. 21
B. Anti-Tip Tubes (Optional) .................................................................. 21
C. Armrests ......................................................................................... 22
D. Cushions & Sling Seats...................................................................... 22
E. Fasteners ........................................................................................ 22
F. Footrests......................................................................................... 22
G. Pneumatic Tires................................................................................ 23
H. Positioning Belts (Optional)................................................................ 23
I. Power Drive ....................................................................................... 23
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IV. Notice– Read Before Use
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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 manu-
al. 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.
III. Your Chair & Its Parts
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1. Push handle/folding
2. Solid back
3. Rear tire
4. Flip-up armrest
5. Solid seat
6a. Strut tube (not shown)
6b. Crossbrace
7. Footplate
8. Caster fork
9. Tilt-in-space mechanism
release lever
10. Backrest pivot plate
11. Rear anti-tip tube
12. Quick-release button
13. Wheel lock
14. Caster tire
15. Swing-away footrest (optional)
16. Rear securement point (optional)
17a. Front securement point in forward
position (optional) (not shown)
17b. Front securement point in trailing
position (optional)
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17b
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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 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. 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.
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 hazard.
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 bath-
room 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.
V. General Warnings
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A. WEIGHT LIMIT
NEVER exceed the weight limit of 150 pounds (68 kilograms), 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 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 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.
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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
movement. 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 tipping, 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.
V. General Warnings
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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.
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:
Zippie TS wheelchairs do not meet federal standards for motor vehicle seating.
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 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 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.
If your chair is equipped with the Transit Option:
See section VIII Warnings: Components and Options, Part A: Transit Option
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C. WHEELIES
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.
However, if you do it safely, a “wheelie” can help you overcome curbs and obstacles.
1. Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist to find out if you are a good candidate
to learn to do a “wheelie.”
2. Do not attempt a “wheelie” UNLESS you are a skilled rider of this chair, or you
have help.
NOTE– See p. 14 for steps to learn to do a “wheelie.”
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. 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.
VI. Warnings: Falls & Tip-Overs
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A. CENTER OF BALANCE
The point where this chair will tip forward, back, or to the side depends on its
center of balance 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.
2. The Center Of Balance Is Also Affected By:
a. A change in the set-up of your chair, including:
• The distance between the rear wheels.
• The amount of rear wheel camber.
• 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
balance.
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.
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.
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G. RAMPS, SLOPES & SIDE HILLS
Riding on a slope, which includes a ramp or side hill, will change the center
of balance of your chair. Your chair is less stable when it is at an angle. Antitip 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
center of balance caused by the slope or side hill.
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. Ramp must be STURDY. You may need bracing so ramp does not
“bow” when you ride on it.
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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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 pre-
vent 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.
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.
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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”, and the “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.
VI. Warnings: Falls & Tip-Overs
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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.
9. Make sure armrests are locked in place prior to transfer to prevent rotation of
armrests and loss of control.
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).
2. Do not try to climb or descend a curb or step alone UNLESS you are a skilled
rider of this chair and:
a. You can safely do a “wheelie”, and
b. You are sure you have the strength and balance to do so.
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 (more than 4 inches high) 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.
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3. Keep your hands BENEATH the push handles, ready to catch the rider if the
chair tips back.
4. When you are ready, have the rider place his or her hands on the forward part
of the handrims.
5. Have the rider make a quick BACKWARD movement of the rear wheels, quickly
followed by a hard FORWARD thrust. (This will tilt the chair up on the balance
point of the rear wheels.)
6. Have the rider make small movements of the handrims to stay in balance.
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. 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 you 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.
D. 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.
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Before you assist a rider, be sure to read the warnings “For Attendants” (p.
12) and follow all instructions that apply. Be aware that you will need to
learn safe methods best suited to your abilities.
A. TRANSIT USE
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. Figure 1 shows the location of the wheelchair
securement points.
5. Use only with Wheelchair Tiedown 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 instructions and SAE J2249.
7. Attach occupant restraints in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and SAE J2249.
NOTE– To obtain a copy of SAE J2249 Wheelchair
Tiedown and Occupant Restraint Systems for Use
in Motor Vehicles, please contact: SAE
International - 400 Commonwealth Drive Warrendale, PA 15096 - 412.776.4970
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. LEARNING TO DO A “WHEELIE”
Because of the limited ability to adjust the center of gravity and changes in
center of gravity that may result from operating the tilt in space feature of this
chair attempting to perform wheelies in the Zippie TS is not recommended.
If your doctor, nurse or therapist has determined that wheelies are appropriate, follow
these steps to help the rider learn to do a “wheelie”:
1. Read and follow the warnings for “WHEELIES.” (See p. 14)
2. Stand at the rear of the chair. You must be able to move with the chair to
prevent a tip-over.
Front
securement
point in
forward
position
Front
securement
point in
trailing
position
Rear
securement
point
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A. 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 48km/h frontal impact test. The wheelchair must be forward-facing during transport.
3. In order to reduce the potential of injury to vehicle occupants, wheelchairmounted 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.
B. ANTI-TIP TUBES (REAR STD. FRONT OPTIONAL)
Anti-tip tubes can help keep your chair from tipping over backward in most
normal 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 safe-
ly 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.
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E. 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 firmly grasps a non-detachable part of the
front frame and lifts the chair up and over one stair at a time.
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.
F. 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 chair
frame. 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.
G. MAINTENANCE
1. Inspect and maintain this chair strictly per maintenance chart.
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.
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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 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.
H. 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 does 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, loss of
control may occur or cause severe injury to the rider or others.
I. POWER DRIVE
Do not install a power drive on any Zippie TS 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.
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C. 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.
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. CUSHIONS & SLING SEATS
1. Quickie sling seats and standard foam cushions 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.
3. When using the growing seat pan (optional), when removing and reattaching
the seat pan, check for engagement by pulling up lightly on the seat pan. It
should not move upward.
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. 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 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.
F. 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 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.
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M. REAR WHEEL LOCKS
Rear wheel locks are NOT designed to slow or stop a moving wheelchair. Use the
only to keep the rear wheels from rolling when your chair is at a complete 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.
N. 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 supplier first.
2. Use of a seat system not approved by Sunrise may affect the folding mechanism of this chair.
3. Use of a seating system not provided by Sunrise is prohibited for 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.
O. UPHOLSTERY FABRIC
1. Replace worn or torn fabric of seat and seat back as soon as you can. If you
fail to do so, the seat may fail.
2. Sling fabric will weaken with age and use. Look for fraying or thin spots, or
stretching of fabrics at rivet holes.
3. “Dropping down” into your chair will weaken fabric and result in the need to
inspect and replace the seat more often.
4. Be aware that laundering or excess moisture will reduce flame retardation of
the fabric.
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. PUSH HANDLES (OPTIONAL)
When you have an 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.
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.
K. 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.
3. Routinely inspect. Replace if worn or bent.
• Quick-Release Axles should be inspected for function and any signs of
wear or bending. Replace as necessary.
Routinely Inspect. Replace if worn or bent.
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 WHEELS
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.
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D. ARTICULATING LEGREST (Optional)
1. Attaching/Removal
a) Place swing-away pivot saddle (A) into the
receiver on front frame tube with the footrest
facing outward from the frame.
b) Rotate the footrest inward until it locks into
place on locking bolt.
c) To remove hanger, push release latch (B) toward
the frame, rotate footrest outward, and lift.
2. Elevating
a) To raise legrest, lift to desired position. Legrest
will automatically lock in place.
b) To lower legrest, while seated in chair hold
lever (C) down, lower legrest to desired position, then release lever. Legrest will automatically lock in place.
E. ELEVATING AND 90º ELEVATING LEGRESTS
(OPTIONAL)
1. Attaching/Removal
a) Place swing-away pivot saddle (A) into the
receiver on front frame tube with the footrest
facing outward from the frame.
b) Rotate the footrest inward until it locks into
place on locking bolt.
c) To remove hanger, push release latch (B) toward
the frame, rotate footrest outward, and lift.
2. Elevating
a) To raise legrest, lift to desired position. Legrest
will automatically lock in place.
b) To lower legrest, while seated in chair hold
lever (C) down, lower legrest to desired position, then release lever. Legrest will automatically lock in place.
F. COMPOSITE FOOTPLATE
1. Height Adjustment
a) Remove retaining bolts in the frame tube (A).
b) Slide footplate and extension tubes to desired
height.
c) Left and right footrest will normally be at equal
height.
d) Replace and tighten bolts.
NOTE– Setting the wheelchair on a flat surface helps
make these procedures easier.
NOTE on Torque Settings– 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 Sunrise
wheelchairs. Unless otherwise noted, use a torque setting of 60 in.-lbs. when setting up this wheelchair.
A. MAIN FRAME
Set the main frame assembly on a flat surface about
waist high in horizontal position.
B. BACKREST
1. To Secure The Backrest For Operation:
a) Lift backrest to upright position.
b) When secured, backrest pin will lock into place.
NOTE– Zippie series wheelchairs are shipped with the
backrest in a folded position.
C. SWING-AWAY HANGERS (60º, 70º, or 90º)
1. Attaching/Removal
a) Place swing-away pivot saddle (A) into the
receiver on front frame tube with the footrest
facing outward from the frame.
b) Rotate the footrest inward until it locks into
place on locking bolt.
c) To remove hanger, push release latch (B) toward
the frame, rotate footrest outward, and lift.
Elevating Legrest
B
A
C
90º Elevating Legrest
B
A
C
Composite Footplate
A
Articulating Legrest
B
A
C
Folded Backrest
Upright Backrest
Swing-away Hangers
B
A
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J. PLATFORM FLIP-UP FOOTPLATE
1. Height Adjustment
a) Remove retaining bolts in the frame tube (A).
b) Slide footplate and extension tubes to desired
height.
c) The adjustment on each side of the footrest
should be of equal height.
d) Replace and tighten bolts.
2. Angle Adjustment
a) Loosen the nuts under the footplate clamp (B)
until the adjustable clamp and footplate rotate
freely on the mounting tube.
b) Adjust the angle of the footplate.
c) Tighten nuts.
K. FLIP-UP ARMRESTS
1. Adjustment
Flip-up armrests are height adjustable (3") by moving
the armrest assemblies up or down in the pre-drilled
holes on the backrest frame tubes.
a) To adjust armrest upward and downward, loosen
cam adjustment bolt (A).
b) Rotate armrest to desired position.
c) Replace and tighten bolt.
L. ADJUSTABLE LOCKING FLIP-UP ARMREST
(OPTIONAL)
1. Height Adjustment
a) Remove the hex nuts from the armrest (A) and
angle adjustment plate (B) to release the arm-
rest and plate.
b) Release the bolts from the arm mount (C).
c) Move mount up or down the back post in 1-inch
increments for desired height, or within the arm
mount holes for 1/4"inch increments.
d) Replace and tighten nuts and bolts.
2. Angle Adjustment
a) Loosen the hex nut from the angle adjustment
plate (B).
b) Tilt the armrest and plate to the desired angle.
c) Tighten nut.
G. KIDS & ADULT ANGLE ADJUSTABLE FOOTPLATE
1. Height Adjustment
a) Remove the retaining bolt from the frame tube
(A).
b) Move footplate assembly to desired height.
c) Left and right footrest will normally be at equal
height.
d) Replace and tighten bolt.
2. Angle Adjustment
a) Loosen fasteners (B) until the adjustable clamp
and footplate rotate freely on the mounting
tube.
b) Adjust the angle of the footplate.
c) Tighten nuts.
3. Position Adjustment
a) Remove footplate fasteners (B).
b) Move footplate to the desired location.
c) Replace and tighten fasteners.
H. ALUMINUM FOOTPLATE
1. Height Adjustment
a) Remove set screws (A) from frame tube.
b) Slide footplate to desired height.
c) The adjustment on each side of the footrest will
normally be of equal height.
d) Replace and tighten set screws.
I. 90º FOOTBOARD
1. Height Adjustment
a) Loosen the nuts on the footplate clamp assem-
bly (A).
b) Slide footplate clamps to desired height.
c) Tighten nuts.
2. Angle Adjustment
a) Loosen nuts under the footplate assembly (B)
until the adjustable clamp rotates freely on the
supporting tube.
b) Adjust the angle of the footplate.
c) Slide it forward or back for
correct placement.
d) Tighten nuts.
3. Removing Footboard
a) Unscrew the lock knobs (C) and lift out of
clamp assembly.
Platform Flip-up Footplate
Flip-up Armrest
A
Adjustable Locking Flip-up Armrest
A
B
C
B
A
Angle Adjustable Footplate
A
Footplate Angle & Position
Adjustment
B
Aluminum Footplate
A
90º Footboard
A
B
C
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N. WHEEL LOCKS
Do not operate your wheelchair without
wheel locks.
1. High-Mount Wheel Lock
a) Loosen the screws on the top of each clamp
(A). Do not attempt to remove one screw at a
time.
b) Slide assembly toward rear wheel until clamp
(B) embeds into tire to prevent wheel move-
ment when in locked position.
c) Adjust angle position.
d) Tighten screws.
NOTE– Use a torque setting of 100 in.-lbs. when set-
ting up wheel locks.
O. QUICK-RELEASE AXLES
1. Attaching/Removal
a) Depress the quick-release button on the axle.
b) Slide through wheel hub and into the axle
sleeve until it locks.
NOTE– The axle is not secured until the outside quick-
release button pops out to its fully extended
position. The ball bearings on the opposite end
of the axle must be visible beyond the end of
the axle sleeve.
c) To remove the wheel hub, depress the quick-
release button and lift off the hub.
2. Axle Length Adjustment
a) To adjust the axle you will need a 3/4" wrench
to turn the outside axle nuts.
b) You will also need a 1/2" wrench to lodge the
ball bearings on the opposite end of the axle
and to prevent the axle from turning.
c) Turn the outside axle nut counter-clockwise to
tighten.
d) There should only be zero to ten thousandths of
an inch (.010") of play between ball bearing
and the inside of the axle sleeve.
M. HEIGHT-ADJUSTABLE ARMRESTS (OPTIONAL)
1. Installation
a) Slide the outer armpost into the receiver
mounted to the wheelchair frame.
b) The armrest should lock in place automatically.
2. Removing Armrest
a) Press release lever (A) and remove the armrest.
NOTE– Release lever should move freely. Do not force
or over rotate.
3. Height Adjustment
a) Rotate release lever (A) to second stop.
NOTE– Release lever should move freely. Do not force.
b) Slide armrest pad up or down.
c) Return lever to locked position against armpost.
d) Push arm pad until upper armpost locks firmly
into place.
e) A snap lock is engaged if the armrest is raised
to its highest adjustment. To disconnect the
snap lock, press in on the button head and
press the armrest down.
4. Replacing Armrest
a) Slide armrest back into receiver until it stops.
NOTE– Check to make sure release lever is engaged by
pulling up on armrest.
5. Adjusting Armrest Receiver Fit
To tighten or loosen the fit of the outer armpost in the
receiver:
a) Loosen the four bolts on the side of the receiver.
b) With the armrest in the receiver, squeeze the
receiver to achieve the desired fit.
c) Tighten the four bolts.
6. Adjusting Inner Armpost Fit
a) Two set screws (C) are installed in the outer
armpost.
b) Turn the set screws in or out until the desired
fit is achieved.
A
B
Quick-Release Axle
Height Adjustable Armrest
A
B
C
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R. QUICK-RELEASE CASTER STEMS (OPTIONAL)
1. Installation
a) Depress quick-release caster button (A).
b) Slide caster stem into caster stem sleeve (B).
2. Adjustment
a) To adjust the caster stem a 3/4" socket is need-
ed to turn the caster stem nut.
b) You will also need a 1/2" wrench to lodge the
ball bearings on the opposite end of the caster
stem to prevent the caster stem from rotating.
c) Turn the hex nut clockwise to tighten.
d) There should only be zero to ten thousandths of
an inch (.010”) of play.
e) Replace dust cover to caster housing.
S. ANTI-TIP TUBES - REAR AND FRONT
1. To Insert Anti-Tip Tubes into Receivers
a) Press the anti-tip release button (A) on the
anti-tip tube so that the release pin (B) is
drawn inside.
b) Insert the tube into the anti-tip receiver.
c) Turn the anti-tip tube until release pin is posi-
tively engaged in the receiver mounting hole
(C).
d) Insert second anti-tip tube the same way.
2. To Adjust Anti-Tip Height
a) Press the anti-tip wheel release button (A) so
the release pin is drawn inside.
b) Raise or lower to one of the three pre-drilled
holes.
c) Turn the anti-tip tube until release pin is posi-
tively engaged in the receiving hole (B).
d) Adjust the second anti-tip tube wheel the same
way. Both wheels should be exactly the same
height.
3. To Adjust the Rear Anti-Tip Bracket Height
a) Remove the two hex bolts (A).
b) Raise or lower as needed.
c) Replace and tighten bolts.
NOTE– Rear anti-tip brackets are attached with axle
plate hardware (see Seat Height Adjustment
section below).
P. CASTER FORKS
1. Caster Fork Adjustment
a) Loosen the bolt (A) and remove the caster.
b) Either change caster size and/or position the
caster upward or downward in pre-drilled holes
(1" apart) on caster fork.
c) Replace bolt and tighten securely.
d) Repeat with other caster.
NOTE– Two-hole caster forks allow interchanging 5", 6"
and 8" casters and adjusting seat height. These
changes may affect the floor to seat height.
Q. CASTER PLATES
1. Angle Adjustment
a) Loosen the bolts (A) that secure the caster
assembly until the eccentric washers are free to
rotate.
b) Place a large right triangle against a flat work
surface and the front surface of the caster bear-
ing housing. This will align the caster stem rota-
tional axis perpendicular to the work surface.
c) Align the eccentric washers and retighten the
bolts.
d) Repeat the process for the other caster.
2. Angle Adjustment: Caster Plates with Transit
Option
a) Loosen the bolts (A) that secure the caster
assembly.
b) Place a large right triangle against the flat sur-
face and the front surface of the caster bearing
housing. This will align the caster stem rotational axis perpendicular to the flat surface.
c) Align the eccentric washers and retighten the
bolts.
d) Repeat the process for the other caster.
Anti-Tip Tube into Receiver
A
B
Quick-Release Caster Stem
A
B
Anti-Tip Height
A
B
C
Caster Fork
A
Caster Housing Assembly
A
Caster Assembly at 90º Alignment
Caster Housing Assembly with
Transit Option
A
Anti-tip Bracket
A
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U. SEAT DEPTH
1. Pivot Plate Adjustment
a) Remove the bolts (A) securing the back rest
pivot plate (B) onto the tilt seat tube.
b) Position the backrest pivot plate in the desired
pre-drilled holes on the tilt seat tube.
c) Replace bolts and tighten securely.
NOTE– A rear frame extension is available for 15" and
16" depths from your authorized Sunrise supplier.
2. Tilt-in-Space Tube Adjustment
a) Remove the bolts (A) from the tilt brackets and
strut saddles.
b) Move the tilt seat tube (B) to position the
proper frame holes according to the matrix (C)
for the tilt bracket.
c) Replace and tighten bolts.
NOTE– Adjusting the position of the tilt seat tube will
affect the chairs center of gravity and may
require you to adjust the casters to a trailing or
forward position (see Caster Forks above).
T. REAR WHEEEL ADJUSTMENTS
1. Seat Height Adjustment
a) Remove the real wheel (See Quick-Release Axle).
b) Remove the bolts (A) from the axle sleeve
bracket (B).
c) Raise or lower axle sleeve bracket to desired
height.
d) Additional seat height adjustment may be made
by flipping axle sleeve bracket top to bottom (as
shown) and exchanging them from side to side.
e) Replace and tighten bolts. Replace wheel.
NOTE– Reversing the axle sleeve brackets from side to
side may affect wheelbase width (see Wheelbase
Width).
2. Wheelbase Width Adjustment
a) Remove the real wheel (See Quick-Release Axle).
b) Remove the bolts from the axle sleeve bracket
(A) on each side of the chair.
c) Reverse the axle sleeves (A) with the wide side
(B) facing away from the chair for increased
width.
d) Replace and tighten bolts. Replace wheel.
NOTE– To retain the same height, you must exchange
the axle sleeve brackets from side to side.
Seat Depth Adjustment
A
B
Tilt-in Space Adjustment
A
B
A
B
Axle Sleeve Bracket
A
B
Frame Solid Seat Back Plate Pivot MechLok Strut Rear Strut
Depth Depth Position Position Position Tube Position
13 11 2+4 1 A 6
14 12 3+5 1 A 7
15 13 4+6 1 A 8
16 14 5+7 2 B 9
17 15 6+8 2 B 9
18 16 7+9 2 B 10
19 17 8+10 3 C 11
20 18 9+11 3 C 7
Depths (in.) Hole Positions
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X. CROSS BRACE
1. Adjustment
a) Remove the four bolts (A) that attach the cross
brace to the side frames.
b) Move the cross brace to the desired location on
the tabs (B).
c) Replace and tighten the bolts.
NOTE– Align the bolts through holes in the tabs that
correspond on each side. Re-tighten bolts to 100
in.-lbs. Cross braces have 2" of width growth.
Y. STRUT TUBE ASSEMBLY
NOTE– Strut Tubes are installed on rigid chairs.
1. Width Adjustment
a) Remove the saddle bolts (A) from each end of
the strut tubes (B) for all strut tubes.
b) Remove hardware (C) from strut tube.
c) Slide the adjustable extension (D) to the
desired width.
d) Replace and tighten the saddle bolts in the
strut tubes.
NOTE– Strut tubes have 2" width adjustment available.
Size changes may require a larger seat insert
and footplates. Call your authorized Sunrise
supplier for details. Use a torque setting of 100
in.-lbs. when making this adjustment.
Z. FOLDING THE CHAIR
NOTE– Only chairs with cross brace assembly will fold.
1. Folding/Opening
a) To fold the chair, remove the seat and back.
b) Pull the cross brace strap (A) up.
c) Press the side frames together firmly.
d) To open the chair, extend fingers and apply
even pressure with palm of hand directly on
cross brace until it is fully extended.
e) Replace the seat and back.
f) To avoid pinching, be careful when folding or
unfolding a chair.
V. SOLID BACK AND SEAT INSERT
1. Attaching/Removal
a) Position seat and back on the frame.
b) Position clamps on the seat base and backposts.
c) Insert the quick-release pins (A) through the
mounting holes on both the base and backposts.
d) Remove the seat by reversing the above process.
NOTE– May be equipped with Jay Fit or Conventional
seating (see instructions from seating Owner‘s
Manual).
W. TILT-IN-SPACE
1. Tilt Adjustment
a) Remove trigger release pin (A).
b) Depress the lock lever handle (B), position to
desired tilt, and release handle.
c) Replace trigger release pin
2. Tilt-in-Space Mechanism Adjustment
a) Rotate the jam nut (A) clockwise.
b) Turn the cable adjuster piece (B) until loose-
ness is removed from cable.
c) Tighten jam nut.
NOTE– Adjustments to tilt-in-space mechanism are rec-
ommended to be made by authorized Sunrise
suppliers.
Tilt Adjustment
A
B
Tilt-in-Space Mechanism
A
B
Solid Back and Seat
A
B
Strut Tube Assembly
D
A
C
B
A
Cross brace
Strut Tube Assembly
B
A
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BB. CHECK-OUT
After the wheelchair is assembled and adjusted, it should roll smoothly and easily.
All accessories should also perform smoothly. If you have any problems, follow these
procedures:
a) Review assembly and adjustment sections to make sure chair was properly prepared.
b) Review troubleshooting guide.
c) If your problem persists, contact your authorized Sunrise supplier. If you still
have a problem after contacting your authorized Sunrise supplier, contact
Sunrise customer service. See the introduction page for details on how to con-
tact your authorized Sunrise supplier or Sunrise customer service.
AA. GROWING SEAT PAN (OPTIONAL)
1. Removing and Attaching the Seat Pan
a) To remove, grasp front of seat pan where indi-
cated in Figure 1 and firmly pull upward until
seat mounting clips disengage from the frame.
b) To reattach, position seat pan on frame rail as
desired and push down firmly on seat pan
where it is attached to the seat mounting clips.
Be sure to engage all four clips on frame rails.
NOTE– Rear of seat pan will be labeled.
Check for engagement by pulling up lightly on
seat pan. It should not move upward. Failure to
check for engagement may lead to injury if the
seat mounting clips are not fully seated.
2. Adjusting Seat Pan Width
a) Remove the two screws that secure each seat
mounting clip to the seat pan (Figure 2).
b) Position the seat mounting clips to the desired
position (Figure 2), reattach the screws. Each
hole is .5” apart for a total of 2” of width
adjustment range.
NOTE– Tighten screws to 100 in.lbs. torque.
c) Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each mounting clip.
NOTE– Both sides must be mounted to same hole
position.
3. Adjusting Seat Pan Depth
a) Loosen the two lock nuts on under side of seat
pan that attaches front seat pan panel to rear
seat pan panel (Figure 2).
b) Reposition seat pan to the desired length
(Figure 2), and reattach the lock nuts.
NOTE– Tighten lock nuts to 100 in. lbs. torque.
Figure 2
Figure 1
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Front
Front
Lock
nut
Seat mounting clips
Depth adjustment
Width
adjustment
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XI. Maintenance
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A. INTRODUCTION
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 make your chair easier to use.
3. Repair or replace loose, worn, bent or damaged parts before using this chair.
4. To protect your investment, have all major maintenance and repair work done
by your authorized supplier.
B. MAINTENANCE CHART
X. Troubleshooting
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You will need to adjust your chair from time to time for best performance
(especially if you alter the original settings). This chart gives you a first solution, then
a second and a third if needed. You may need to look farther to find the best solution
for a specific problem.
NOTE– To keep track of your progress, make only ONE change at a time.
Tire inflation level
Wheel locks
All fasteners for wear and tightness
Armrests
Axle and axle sleeves
Wheels, tires and spokes
Casters
Anti-tip tubes
Frame
Upholstery
Service by Authorized Supplier
CHECK...
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
Annually
6 Months
3 Months
Weekly
Quick-Release Axles
✓
Left Turn In Chair
Right Turn In Chair
Looseness In Chair
Sluggish Turning
Squeaks And Rattles
Caster Flutter
Add a spacer washer between the plastic saddle and the caster plate
on the top of the left caster plate.
Make sure tire pressure is correct and equal in both rear tires and
front caster tires, if pneumatic.
Make sure all nuts and bolts are snug.
Make sure all spokes and nipples are tight on radial spoke wheels.
Use Tri-Flow Lubricant (Teflon®-based) between all modular frame
connections and parts.
Check for proper caster plate adjustment. See instructions for
caster plate adjustment.
SYMPTOMS
SOLUTIONS
✓✓✓✓
✓✓✓✓✓
✓
✓✓✓
✓✓
✓
✓
Add a spacer washer between the plastic saddle and the caster plate
on the top of the right caster plate.
Add a spacer washer between the plastic saddle and the caster plate
on the bottom right caster plate retaining bolts.
Add a spacer washer between the plastic saddle and the caster plate
on the bottom right caster plate retaining bolts.
✓
Make sure there is an equal number of camber washers on each axle
plate.
Make sure both front casters touch the ground simultaneously. If
they do not, add the proper spacers between the bottom bearing of
the caster plate and fork stem nut until they do. Make sure you
check for this problem on a flat surface.
✓✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
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A. FOR LIFETIME
Sunrise warrants the frame and quick-release axles of this wheelchair against defects
in materials and workmanship for the life of the original purchaser.
The expected life of this frame is five years.
B. FOR TWO (2) YEARS
We warrant all Sunrise-made parts and components of this wheelchair against defects
in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of first consumer purchase.
C. LIMITATIONS
1. We do not warrant:
• Tires and tubes, upholstery, armrests and push-handle grips.
• Damage from neglect, misuse, or from improper installation or repair.
• Damage from exceeding weight limit of 150 pounds.
• Damage resulting from transit use.
2. This warranty is VOID if the original chair serial number tag is removed
or altered.
3. This warranty applies in the USA only. Check with your supplier to find out if
international warranties apply.
D. WHAT WE WILL DO
Our sole liability is to repair or replace covered parts. This is the exclusive remedy for
consequential damages.
E. WHAT YOU MUST DO
1. Obtain from us, while this warranty is in effect, prior approval for return or
repair of covered parts.
2. Return the wheelchair or part(s), freight pre-paid, to Sunrise Mobility Products
Division at: 2842 Business Park Avenue, Fresno, CA 93727-1328.
3. Pay the cost of labor to repair, remove or install parts.
F. NOTICE TO CONSUMER
1. If allowed by law, this warranty is in place of any other warranty (written or
oral, express or implied, including a warranty of merchantability, or fitness for a
particular purpose).
2. This warranty gives you certain legal rights. You may also have other rights
that vary from state to state.
Record your serial number here for future reference:
___________________________________________
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C. MAINTENANCE TIPS
1. Axles & Axle Sleeves:
Check axles and axle sleeves every six months to make sure they are tight. Loose
sleeves will damage the axle plate and will affect performance.
2. Tire Air Pressure:
Check air pressure in pneumatic tires at least ONCE A WEEK. The wheel locks will not
grip properly if you fail to maintain the air pressure shown on tire sidewall.
D. CLEANING
1. Paint Finish
a. Clean the paint finish with mild soap at least once a month.
b. Protect the paint with a coat of non-abrasive auto wax every three months.
2. Axles and Moving Parts
a. Clean around axles and moving parts WEEKLY with a slightly damp (not wet) cloth.
b. Wipe off or blow away any fluff, dust, or dirt on axles or moving parts.
NOTE– You do not need to grease or oil the chair.
3. Upholstery
a. Hand-wash (machine washing may damage fabric).
b. Drip-dry only. DO NOT machine dry as heat will damage fabric.
E. STORAGE TIPS
1. Store your chair in a clean, dry area. If you fail to do so, parts may rust
or corrode.
2. Before using your chair, make sure it is in proper working order. Inspect and
service all items on the “Maintenance Chart.”
3. If stored for more than three months, have your chair inspected by an authorized supplier before use.
Sunrise Medical
7477 East Dry Creek Parkway • Longmont, Colorado • 80503 USA
(800) 333-4000
In Canada (800) 263-3390
© 2002, Sunrise Medical 5.02
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