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JAY® ConfigureFit
Instruction Manual
Important Consumer
Information
Notice: This packet
contains instructions that
must be passed on to
the user of this product.
Please do not detach this
packet before delivery to
the end user.
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SUNRISE LISTENS
SUNRISE LISTENS
Thank you for choosing a Sunrise CongureFit System. We want to hear your
questions or comments about this manual, the safety and reliability of your
seating system 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 USA 80503
(303) 218-4500 OR (800) 333-4000
Be sure to maintain in a safe place all the instructions and manuals you
received with your seating system. The contain important user and safety
information and should be referred to often.
FOR ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS
Your authorized supplier knows your seating system best, and can answer
most of your questions about safety, use and maintenance and important
adjustments. For future reference, ll in the following:
Supplier:________________________________________________________
Address:________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
Telephone:______________________________________________________
Date Purchased: _________________________________________________
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Introduction ......................................................................1
General Seating System & Warnings ..................................3
Attaching the Hardware ....................................................9
Testing the Seating System Fit to the Wheelchair ...............11
Seating System Component Adjustment ............................12
Cleaning and Maintenance ................................................15
Warranty ........................................................................16
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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GENERAL SEATING SYSTEM AND WHEELCHAIR WARNINGS
READ BEFORE USE
A. CHOOSE THE RIGHT SEAT & SAFETY OPTIONS
Sunrise provides a choice of many wheelchair seats to meet the needs of the wheelchair
user. Final selection on the type of seat, options and adjustments should be made with your
health care advisor and authorized Sunrise supplier:
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 ,positioning belts, or special
accessories).
B. REVIEW THIS MANUAL OFTEN
Before using this product 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:
I GENERAL WARNINGS
Here you will nd a safety checklist and a summary of risks you need to be aware of
before you use this product.
II WARNINGS– FALLS & TIP-OVERS
Here you will learn how to avoid a fall or tip-over while you perform daily activities in your
seat.
III WARNINGS– FOR SAFE USE
Here you will learn about practices for the safe use of your seat.
IV 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 setup and options for safe use.
NOTE– Where they apply, you will also nd “Warnings” in other sections of this manual.
Heed all warnings in this section. If you fail to do so a fall, tip-over or loss of control may
occur and cause severe injury to the user or others.
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I. GENERAL WARNINGS
A. WEIGHT LIMIT
NEVER exceed the listed weight limit for your seating system as stated in the manual and on
the warning tags. If you do exceed the limit, damage to your seat or chair, a fall, tip-over or
loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the user or others.
B. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT
1. BEFORE using, you should be trained in the safe use of this seat 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. Installation and use of anti-tip tubes on your mobility base is recommended.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your seat, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may
occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
C. SAFETY CHECKLIST
Before Each Use Of Your Seat:
1. Make sure the attachment (mounting) hardware is secure and tight.
2. Repair any problem. Your authorized supplier can help you nd and correct the problem.
3. Use the anti-tip tubes that come with your wheelchair and be certain they are locked into
place. 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. CHANGES & ADJUSTMENTS
1. If you modify or adjust this seat, it may increase the risk of a tip-over.
2. Consult your authorized supplier BEFORE you modify or adjust your seat.
3. We recommend that you use anti-tip tubes .
4. Unauthorized modications or use of parts not supplied or approved by Sunrise may
change the seat 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.
Type of System Max User Weight
Regular
CongureFit System 200 lbs 90 kg
Lil Liddos System 65 lbs 29 kg
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E. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
1. Contact with water or excess moisture may cause your seat to rust, degrade or
corrode. This could cause your seat to fail.
a. Do not use your seat in a shower, pool or other body of water.
b. Avoid excess moisture.
c. Dry your seat 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.
F. WHEN YOU NEED HELP
For The User: Make sure that each person who helps you reads and follows all warnings and
instructions that apply.
For Attendants:
1. Work with the users doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe methods best suited to
your abilities and those of the user.
2. To prevent injury to your back, use good posture and proper body mechanics. When
you lift or support the user bend your knees slightly and keep your back as upright and
straight as you can.
3. Remind the user to lean back when you tilt the chair backward.
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.
II. WARNINGS: FALLS & TIP-OVERS
A. CENTER OF GRAVITY
The point where your chair will tip forward, back, or to the side depends on its
center of gravity and stability. How your seat is set up, the options you select
and the changes you make may affect the risk of a fall or tip-over.
1. The Center Of Gravity Is 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 nd out what axle and
caster position is best for you.
b. Consult your authorized supplier BEFORE you modify or adjust this seat. 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.
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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. 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.
C. 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 inated. 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.
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III. WARNINGS: FOR SAFE USE
A. MAINTENANCE
1. Inspect and maintain this seat regularly.
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.
4 BELTS, WEBBING, STRAPS AND UPHOLSTERED POSITIONING COMPONENTS:
Check all components regularly and replace at the rst signs of any tears, rips or fraying. Keep
foreign objects from entering the receiver parts of locking buckles and insure they positively
latch at each 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. For additional
maintenance information see Maintenance Section.
IV. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS
A. 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.
4.Sunrise recommends that all fasteners be checked for wear, such as loose bolts or broken
components every 3 months. Loose fasteners should be retightened according to the
installation instructions. All fasteners should be tightened to torque specications as stated
in the hardware installation instructions. Contact your authorized Sunrise Medical supplier
immediately to replace any broken or malfunctioning components.
DO NOT CONTINUE TO USE THE SYSTEM AFTER IDENTIFYING LOOSE OR BROKEN
COMPONENTS.
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. POSITIONING BELTS (OPTIONAL)
Use positioning belts ONLY to help support the user’s posture. Improper use of
these belts may cause severe injury to or death.
1. Make sure the rider can not slide down in the wheelchair seat. If this occurs, the user
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, at, between the belt and the rider.
3. A pelvic ledge or a similar can help keep the user from sliding down in the
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seat. Consult with the user’s doctor, nurse or therapist to nd out if the rider needs
this contour when constructing the seat.
4. Use positioning belts only with a user who can cooperate. Make sure the user 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 user 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.
C. SEAT SYSTEMS
1. Do not change the seat system of your chair UNLESS you consult your authorized supplier
rst. 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. POSTURAL SUPPORT DEVICES AND ACCESSORIES
REMOVABLE, ADJUSTABLE OR HINGED COMPONENTS:
1. Check the function of all moveable component accessories that may be added to this device
such as swing away laterals, abductors and head supports during each use. Insure they adjust
and lock into position to provide the necessary support to the user.
E. PINCH POINTS:
When some hinged or adjustable components are moved there results in the opportunity for a
“pinch point” to exist. Be aware of these points and insure all body parts are kept clear during
these movements and adjustments.
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A
g. #3
A
B
D
C
ATTACHING THE HARDWARE
STEP-2 ASSEMBLING THE KNOB CLAMP HARDWARE TO THE WHEELCHAIR
FRAME (g #2, & 4)
Attaching the Back Knob Clamps
a. Loosen bolts (A)
b. Using the correct size supplied clamp spacers to t the
wheelchair tube size tighten the clamp onto the back tube
(A1).
2. Attaching the Seat Knob Clamps
a. Loosen bolts (B)
b. Using the correct size supplied clamp spacers to t the
wheelchair tube size tighten the clamp onto the
tube (g. #4).
g. #2
Seat Hook
Knob Clamp
Knob Clamp
Seat Tab
Seat to Back
Bracket
Spacers
g. #4
NOTE: During the following steps tighten all hardware just
enough to hold positions. This will make it easier to adjust
during assembly. Ensure that when attaching fasteners to the
seat or back the threaded fastener inside the seat (t-nut) is
not dislodged. Ensure that all threads align straight and do
not cross thread. Tighten all fasteners. Sunrise recommends
tightening fasteners to 100 ft/lbs (115.5 kgf/cm) of torque.
STEP-1 ASSEMBLING THE BACK TO SEAT BRACKET TO THE
SEATING SYSTEM. (g #1)
Locate the T-Nuts under the seat and back upholstery. Before
making the holes for the fasteners make sure the holes you
have chosen will give you the largest range of seat depth and
back height adjustment.
g. #1
Back Hook
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STEP-3 ASSEMBLING THE SEAT TABS TO THE
SEATING SYSTEM.
a. Attach the Seat Tabs (D) to the seat so they rest on
the wheelchair seat tube.
g. #5
ATTACHING THE HARDWARE
STEP-4 ATTACHING THE SEAT AND BACK HOOKS
WARNING
The seat and back hooks must only be attached in the areas shown on
(gs 6 & 7).
a. Locate the T-nuts under the upholstery that are located in the shaded areas as shown
(gs 6 & 7).
Make a hole in the upholstery (Fig #5) (C). Attach seat and back hooks.
Seat Hook Location
g. #6
g. #7
Back Hook Location
Min.=1” {25mm}
From Top Of Back
Total Back
Height (H)
Total Seat
Depth (S)
Min.=1” {25mm}
From Front Of Seat
Maximum = 25% of
total Back Height (H)
e.g Total Back Height =
12” thus, Maximum =
12” divided by 4 or 3”
Maximum = 25% of
total Seat Depth (S)
e.g Total Seat Depth=
12” thus, Maximum =
12” divided by 4 or 3”
C
A
D
B
C
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TESTING THE SEATING SYSTEM FIT TO THE WHEELCHAIR
Check the attachment of the seating system to the wheelchair as shown in (g. 8).
MAKE CERTAIN THE FOLLOWING HAPPENS:
A. The back hooks and seat hooks slide totally onto the knob hardware.
B. The seat tab support the rear of the seat resting on the wheelchair tubes.
C. The knobs tighten and will hold the seat and back securely.
IF THE SYSTEM DOES NOT FIT OR LINE UP ON ANY OF THE HARDWARE MAKE THE
NECESSARY INDIVIDUAL HARDWARE ADJUSTMENTS TO ENSURE A POSITIVE FIT.
WARNING
Revisit all fasteners and tighten securely before using the seating system.
WARNING
Do not change the seat system of your chair UNLESS you consult your authorized
supplier rst.
ENSURE THE SEATING LOCKS TO THE HARDWARE Securely holding the seat front pull up
and out. Securely holding the top of the back pull up and back. Ensure the seat and back stay
solidly attached to the wheel chair as shown below.
TESTING THE SEATING SYSTEM FIT TO THE WHEELCHAIR
g. #8
Tab
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SEATING SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS
Depending on the installed hardware and the system conguration your SUNRISE
CONFIGUREFIT SYSTEM has a range of adjustments for growth, sizing and user support.
The adjustments are available via:
• The slotted design of most attaching and support hardware
• The slotted tracks that may have been installed on the seat and back
• The wide range of threaded T-Nut fasteners installed under the upholstery in the plywood
base of the seat and back.
Slotted hardware and track adjustments: (g. #12) shows the exploded views you may refer
to during adjustment)
• Loosen the fasteners, slide the hardware pieces to the desired location and re-tighten
securely.
• T-Nut adjustments – Locate the T-Nuts under the upholstery ensuring they are in the correct
adjustment location and will line up with the hardware parts. Puncture the upholstery to
allow the fastener to thread in to the T-Nuts. Ensure that when attaching fasteners to the
seat or back the threaded fastener inside the seat (T-Nut) is not dislodged.
NOTE - Adjusting one piece of hardware may result in other hardware having to be adjusted
as well.
SEATING SYSTEM COMPONENT ADJUSTMENT
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BACK TO SEAT BRACKET:
The back to seat bracket adjusts seat depth and
back height (g #10)
KNOB CLAMPS – SEAT AND BACK:
The slotted surfaces of the Knob Clamps adjust for
seat and back depth, angle, and width. (g #11)
SECONDARY SUPPORT SURFACES:
THORACIC LATERALS AND HIP GUIDES w/
TRACKS: Depending on the choice of hardware
thoracic laterals offer height, medial lateral
adjustment along with angle and depth adjustment
(g# 12).
Note: Tracks can be full length or supplied covering
only certain areas of the seat and/or back.
g. #10
g. #11
g. #12
SEATING SYSTEM COMPONENT ADJUSTMENT
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THORACIC LATERALS AND HIP GUIDES w/o TRACKS:
Depending on the choice of hardware thoracic
laterals offer height, medial lateral adjustment along
with angle and depth adjustment (g# 13).
NOTE: T-Nut adjustments – Locate the T-Nuts
under the upholstery ensuring they are in the
correct adjustment location and will line up with the
hardware parts. Puncture the upholstery to allow the
fastener to thread in to the T-Nuts. Ensure that when
attaching fasteners to the seat or back the threaded
fastener inside the seat (T-Nut) is not dislodged.
MEDIAL THIGH SUPPORTS:
The T-Nut patterns under the seats located in the front of the seat supply
attaching points for the hardware base (g # 14)
When all adjustments are completed, re-tighten all hardware and fasteners.
Ensure that all moveable parts function correctly and lock into place.
g. #13
g. #14
SEATING SYSTEM COMPONENT ADJUSTMENT
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
CLEANING:
SEAT OR BACK UPHOLSTERY, WEBBING AND FABRICS:
These surfaces may be wiped clean with mild soap and water. Use no harsh detergents,
cleaning agents or abrasives or polishes that will make the support surfaces slippery.
POSITIONING COMPONENTS AND HARDWARE:
Wipe clean with mild soap and water. Use no harsh detergents, cleaning agents or abrasives
or polishes. Do not immerse positioning components underwater.
If you have any additional questions about cleaning procedures or maintenance please
contact your authorized Sunrise Medical Dealer or Agent.
WARNING
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE MAINTENANCE BELOW MAY RESULT IN
INJURY OR DEATH TO THE USER. DO NOT CONTINUE TO USE THE SYSTEM AFTER
IDENTIFYING LOOSE OR BROKEN COMPONENTS.
FASTENERS:
Sunrise recommends that all fasteners be checked for wear, such as loose bolts or broken
components every 3 months. Loose fasteners should be retightened according to the
installation instructions. All fasteners should be tightened to torque specications as stated
in the hardware installation instructions. Contact your authorized Sunrise Medical supplier
immediately to replace any broken or malfunctioning components.
DO NOT CONTINUE TO USE THE SYSTEM AFTER IDENTIFYING LOOSE OR BROKEN
COMPONENTS.
REMOVABLE, ADJUSTABLE OR HINGED COMPONENTS:
Check the function of all moveable components such as swing away laterals, abductors and
head supports during each use. Insure they adjust and lock into position and supply the
necessary support to the user.
BELTS, WEBBING, STRAPS AND UPHOLSTERED POSITIONING COMPONENTS:
Check all components regularly and replace at the rst signs of any tears, rips or fraying.
Keep foreign objects from entering the receiver parts of locking buckles and insure they
positively latch at each use.
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WARRANTY
SUNRISE MEDICAL CONFIGUREFIT SEATING SYSTEM WARRANTIES
Sunrise Limited Warranty
A. FOR LIFETIME
Sunrise warrants the hardware items of this Custom Seating System against defects in
materials and workmanship for the life of the original purchaser.
The expected life of the hardware is ve years.
B. FOR ONE (1) YEAR
We warrant all Sunrise-made parts and components of this wheelchair against defects in
materials and workmanship for one year from the date of rst consumer purchase.
C. LIMITATIONS
1. We do not warrant:
a. Damage from neglect, accident, misuse, or from improper installation or repair.
b. Products modied without Sunrise Medicals express written consent.
c. Damage from exceeding the weight limit.
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 nd out if
international warranties apply.
4. This warranty is not transferable and only applies to the rst consumer purchase of this
Seating System through an authorized Sunrise Medical dealer.
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 tness 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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Sunrise Medical, Inc.
7477 East Dry Creek Pkwy
Longmont, CO 80503
800.333.4000
www.sunrisemedical.com
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