Sunrise Medical F11, M11 User Manual

Aspire

M11, F11

User Instruction Manual & Warranty

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.

Aspire

M11, F11

Mode d’emploi et garantie

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Aspire

M11, F11

Manual de Instrucciones y Garantía para el Usuario

DISTRIBUIDOR: ESTE MANUAL DEBE SER ENTREGADO AL PASAJERO DE ESTA SILLA DE RUEDAS.

PASAJERO: ANTES DE USAR ESTA SILLA DE RUEDAS, LEA ESTE MANUAL EN SU TOTALIDAD Y GUÁRDELO PARA FUTURA REFERENCIA.

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I. INTRODUCTION

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

[phone] or [phone]

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
			I. INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................																											2
			II. TABLE OF CONTENTS .......................................................................																											3
			III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS............................................................																											5
			IV. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE.............................................................																											6
			V. EMI (ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE) ..........................................																											7
				A.What is EMI ................................................................................																										7
				B.What Effect Can EMI Have .............................................................																										7
				C. Sources of EMI.............................................................................																										7
				D.Distance From the Source ..............................................................																										8
				E. Immunity Level............................................................................																										8
				F. Report All Suspected EMI Incidents ................................................																										8
			VI. GENERAL WARNINGS ......................................................................																											9
				A.Notice to Rider ............................................................................																										9
				B.Notice to Attendants ....................................................................																										9
				C. Weight Limit ...............................................................................																										9
				D.Controller Settings .......................................................................																										9
				E. EMI............................................................................................																										10
				F. Safety Check-List .........................................................................																										10
				G.Changes & Adjustments.................................................................																										10
				H.When Seated in a Parked Wheelchair...............................................																										10
				I. Environmental Conditions ..............................................................																										10
				J. Terrain........................................................................................																										11
				K.Street Use...................................................................................																										11
				L. Motor Vehicle Safety.....................................................................																										11
				M.Center of Balance.........................................................................																										11
				N.Transfers .....................................................................................																										12
				O.Reaching or Leaning.....................................................................																										12
				P. Dressing or Changing Clothes .........................................................																										13
				Q.Obstacles ....................................................................................																										13
				R.Driving in Reverse ........................................................................																										13
				S. Ramps, Slopes & Sidehills..............................................................																										13
				T To Reduce the Risk of Falls, Tip-over or Loss of Control .....................																										14
				U.Ramps at Home & Work.................................................................																										14
				V. Wheelchair Lifts ...........................................................................																										14
				W.Curbs & Single Steps ....................................................................																										14
				X. Stairs .........................................................................................																										15
				Y. Escalators ...................................................................................																										15
			VII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS ...............................................																											16
				A.Armrests .....................................................................................																										16
				B.Batteries.....................................................................................																										16
				C. Cushions .....................................................................................																										16
				D.Fasteners ....................................................................................																										16
				E. Footplate & Footrests ...................................................................																										16
				F. Motor Locks ................................................................................																										17
				G.On/Off Switch..............................................................................																										17
				H.Pneumatic Tires ...........................................................................																										17
				I. Positioning Belts..........................................................................																										17

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J. Seating Systems...........................................................................	17
K.Upholstery Fabric .........................................................................	18
L. Suspension..................................................................................	18
M.Wiring ........................................................................................	18
VIII. TIPS FOR ATTENDANTS ....................................................................	19
A.To Climb a Curb or Single Step .......................................................	19
B.To Descend a Curb or Single Step ...................................................	19
IX. SET UP, ADJUSTMENT & USE ............................................................	20
Notes ............................................................................................	20
Tools You Will Need .........................................................................	20
Check Out ......................................................................................	20
A.Battery Removal ..........................................................................	21
B.Footplate Adjustment ...................................................................	21
C. Hanger Adapter (Optional).............................................................	22
D.Swing-Away Footrests (Available with seat frame).............................	22
E. Elevating Legrest (Optional) ..........................................................	22
F. Integral Joystick ..........................................................................	22
G.Armrests Adjustment ....................................................................	23
H.Backrest .....................................................................................	23
I. Seat Height Adjustment ................................................................	23
J. Seat Removal...............................................................................	24
K.Shroud Removal ...........................................................................	24
L. Check-Out ...................................................................................	24
X. OPERATING GUIDE ..........................................................................	25
A.Performance Control Settings .........................................................	25
B.QTRONIX Programmer Pad (Optional)...............................................	25
C. Thermal Roll-Back ........................................................................	25
D.Circuit Breakers............................................................................	26
E. Integral Joystick ..........................................................................	26
F. Motor Locks ................................................................................	27
XI. BATTERIES .....................................................................................	28
A.Introduction................................................................................	28
B.Battery Charger............................................................................	28
C. Acid Burns ..................................................................................	29
D.Connecting Batteries in Battery Well...............................................	29
E. Charging Batteries........................................................................	30
F. Disposing of Batteries...................................................................	30
XII. MAINTENANCE ...............................................................................	31
A.Notes .........................................................................................	31
B.Cleaning .....................................................................................	31
C. Storage Tips ................................................................................	31
D.Battery Maintenance.....................................................................	31
E. Pneumatic Tires ...........................................................................	32
F. To Repair or Replace a Tire ............................................................	32
G.Motor Brushes .............................................................................	32
H.Ordering Parts..............................................................................	33
I. Maintenance Chart .......................................................................	33
XIII. WIRING DIAGRAM ..........................................................................	34
XIV. SUNRISE LIMITED WARRANTY ..........................................................	35

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1.Flip-back, height-adjustable armrest

2.Integral controller joystick M11 & F11: Programmable

3.Contour seat (Contour Flat Pan Seat not pictured)

4.Front caster 6"

5.Rear stabilizing caster 5"

6.Single plate foot platform

7.Semi-recline seat

8.Battery deck lid (not shown)

9.M11: 10" drive wheels F11: 14" drive wheels

10.Freewheel release (not shown)

11.Caster Fork (front)

12.Caster Fork (rear) (not shown)

13.Shroud

14.Readi-align caster assist (optional, not shown)

QUICKIE ASPIRE

Weight

M11– 106 lbs (base),

144.5 lbs (base & seat w/out footplate or batteries)

F11– 111.5 lbs (base),

160 lbs (base & seat w/out footplate or batteries)

Drive Wheels

M11– 10" Mag: Std pneumatic, option - airless insert

F11– 14" Mag: Std pneumatic, option - airless insert

Joystick

Standard - integral (right-hand or left-hand mount)

Batteries

(2 deep cycle batteries required to operate chair)

M11– optional U1 Gel or 40 Ahr (AGM)

F11– optional 22 NF Gel or Group 24 Gel

Battery Charger

M11– on board 4 AMP

option - off board 4 AMP F11– on board 8 AMP

option - off board 8 AMP

Colors

M11– red, blue, champagne, black F11– red, blue, champagne, black

Seats, Upholstery and Style

High back chair offers semi recline. Material: cloth or vinyl

Color: grey, tan (vinyl only) Width: 16", 18", 20", 22" Depth: 16", 18", 20"

High Back Comfort Chair w/Flat Pan Seat Material: vinyl

Color: grey

Sizes: 16X16", 18X18", 20X20"

Footrest

Standard - Foot platform Option - swing-away with

composite footplates and heel loops Option - elevating legrests

Casters (front)

Standard - 6" solid

Casters (rear)

Standard - 5" solid

Armrests

Standard - Flip back with 14" arm pad Option - Flip back, height adj. with 14" arm pad

Suspension

Standard - all wheel independent

Positioning Belt

Standard - auto style buckle

All features may not be available with some chair setups or in conjunction with another chair feature. Please consult your supplier for more information. Your authorized supplier can also provide you with more information on accessories.

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I V . N o t i c e – R e a d B e f o r e U s e

IV. NOTICE– READ BEFORE USE

A. CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR & SAFETY OPTIONS

Sunrise provides a choice of many power wheelchair styles, sizes and adjustments to meet the needs of the rider. However, final selection of a wheelchair rests solely with you and your health care professional. Choosing the best chair for you depends on such things as:

1.Your size, disability, strength, balance and coordination.

2.Your intended use, and your level of activity.

3.The types of hazards you must overcome in daily use (in areas where you are likely to use your chair).

4.The need for options for your safety and comfort (such as positioning belts or special seat systems).

B.ADJUST CHAIR TO YOUR ABILITY

You need to work with your doctor, nurse or therapist, and your supplier, to fit this chair and adjust the controller settings for your level of function and ability.

C. 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.

D. 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 — EMI

Here you will learn about electromagnetic interference and how it can affect your chair.

2.VI — 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.

3.VII — WARNINGS — COMPONENTS & OPTIONS

Here you will learn about your chair. Consult your supplier and your health care professional to help you choose the best set-up and options for your safety.

4.XI — BATTERIES

Here you will learn about battery and charger safety, and how to avoid injury.

NOTE– Where they apply, you will also find “Warnings” in other sections of this Manual.

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V. EMI (ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE)

Heed all warnings to reduce

brake release or chair movement:

1.Beware of the danger from hand-held transceivers. Never turn on or use a hand-held transceiver while power to your chair is on. Use extra care if you believe that such a device may be in use near your chair.

2.Be aware of nearby radio or TV stations, and avoid coming close to them.

3.If unintended movement occurs, turn your chair off as soon as it is safe to do so.

A.WHAT IS EMI?

1. EMI means: electromagnetic . EMI comes from radio wave sources such as radio transmitters and transceivers. (A “transceiver” is a device that both sends and receives radio wave signals).

2.There are a number of sources of intense EMI in your daily environment.

Some of these are obvious and easy to avoid. Others are not, and you may not be able to avoid them.

3.Powered wheelchairs may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two way radios, and cellular phones.

4.EMI can also be produced by conducted sources or electro-static discharge (ESD).

B. WHAT EFFECT CAN EMI

1.EMI can cause your chair, with

•Release its brakes

•Move by itself

•Move in unintended directions

If any of these occurs, it could result in severe injury to you or others.

2.EMI can damage the control system of your chair. This could create a safety hazard, and lead to costly repairs.

C.SOURCES OF EMI

The sources of EMI fall into three

1. Hand-Held Transceivers:

The antenna is usually mounted directly on the unit. These include:

•Citizens band (CB) radios

•“Walkie-talkies”

•Security, fire and police radios

•Cellular phones

•Lap-top computers with phone or fax

•Other personal communication devices

NOTE– These devices can transmit signals while they are on, even if not in use.

2. Medium-Range Mobile Transceivers:

These include two-way radios used in police cars, fire trucks, ambulances and taxi cabs. The antenna is usually mounted on the outside of the vehicle.

3. Long-Range Transceivers:

These include commercial radio and TV broadcast antenna towers and amateur (HAM) radios. Note: The following are not likely to cause EMI problems: Lap-top computers (without phone or fax), Cordless phones, TV sets or AM/FM radios, CD or tape players.

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EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as you get closer to the source. For this reason, EMI from hand-held devices is of special concern. (See C.1) A person using one of these devices can bring high levels of EM energy very close to your chair without you knowing it.

E.IMMUNITY LEVEL

1.The level of EM energy is measured in volts per meter (V/m). Every power wheelchair can resist EMI up to a certain level. This is called its “immunity level”.

2.The higher the immunity level, the less the risk of EMI. It is believed that a

20 V/m immunity level will protect the power wheelchair user from the more common sources of radio waves.

3.The configurations tested and found to be immune to at least 20 V/m are:

a.Quickie Aspire M11 power wheelchair with a right-hand mounted Penny & Giles VSI integral controller, highback seat, flip-back armrests, solid flip-up footplate and U1 gel cell batteries.

b.Quickie Aspire F11 power wheelchair with a right-hand mounted Penny & Giles VSI integral controller, highback seat, flip-back armrests, solid flip-up footplate and Gp24 gel cell batteries.

Individuals with physical limitations requiring the use of a specialty control input device known not to be immune to 20V/m, or not known, should exercise extra care around known sources of EMI.

There is no way to know the effect on EMI if you add accessories or modify this chair. Any change to your chair may increase the risk of EMI. Parts from other suppliers have unknown EMI properties.

F. REPORT ALL SUSPECTED EMI INCIDENTS

You should promptly report any unintended movement or brake release. Be sure to indicate whether there was a radio wave source near your chair at the time. Contact: Sunrise Medical Customer Service Department at [phone].

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VI.

Heed all warnings in this

do so a fall, tip-over or loss of

control may occur and cause severe injury to you or others.

A. NOTICE TO RIDER

1. Before using this chair, you	its safe use by your health care pro-
fessional.

2.Every wheelchair is different. Take the time to learn the feel of this chair before you begin riding.

3.Be aware that you must develop your own methods for the safe use of this chair that are best suited to your level of function and ability.

4.Have someone help you practice bending, reaching and transferring until you learn how to do them safely.

5.Never try a new maneuver on your own unless you are sure it is safe.

6.Get to know the areas where you plan to use your chair. Look for hazards and learn how to avoid them.

7.Do not allow additional riders on the chair, armrests or chassis. Doing so may result in injury or damage.

B.NOTICE TO ATTENDANTS

Make sure you heed all instructions in each section of this manual. (Be aware that warnings that apply to the rider also apply to you).

Notes:

1.You need to work with the rider and the rider’s doctor, nurse or therapist, to develop safe methods best suited to your abilities and those of the rider.

2.To manually push the chair you must release the motor locks.

Make sure you have full control over the chair when you release the motor locks. When you do so the chair will not have brakes.

3.Propel this chair by the armrest supports only. If using a seat frame, propel the chair by the push handles on the top of the backrest posts. They provide secure points for you to hold the rear of the chair to prevent a fall or tip-over.

C.WEIGHT LIMIT

1. Never exceed a total weight of

3 kilograms) for rider plus items carried.

2.Never use this chair for weight training if the total weight (rider plus additional weights) exceeds 300 pounds (136.3 kilograms).

3.Exceeding the weight limit is likely to damage the seat, frame, or fasteners and may cause severe injury to you or others from chair failure.

4.Exceeding the weight limit will void the warranty.

D. CONTROLLER SETTINGS

Be aware that you may need

settings (M11 and F11 only)

of your chair to reduce the risk of a collision, fall or tip-over.

1.Check and adjust the settings every six to twelve months (or more often, if needed).

2.Consult your supplier to adjust the control settings immediately if you notice any change in your ability to:

•Control the joystick. •Hold your torso erect.

•Avoid running into objects.

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E. EMI

Read Section V to learn about EMI. To reduce the risk of unintended brake release or chair movement:

1.Never turn on or use a hand-held transceiver while power to your chair is on. Use extra care if you believe that such a device may be in use near your chair.

2.Be aware of nearby radio or TV stations, and avoid coming close to them.

3.If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn your chair off as soon as it is safe.

F.SAFETY CHECK-LIST

Before each use of this chair:

1.Make sure the chair operates 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). If you detect a problem, make sure to repair or adjust the chair. Deferring repair or adjustment could increase the risk for injury. Your supplier can help you find and correct the problem.

2.Make sure batteries are charged. Green lights on charge indicator will light up when charge is full. Yellow lights indicate battery charge level is getting low. Red lights indicate batteries are in immediate need of charging.

G.CHANGES & ADJUSTMENTS

Never use non-Quickie parts or make changes to your chair unless authorized by Sunrise. (Doing so will void the Warranty and may create a safety hazard).

1.If you modify or adjust this chair it may increase the risk of a fall or tip-over.

2.Modifications unauthorized by Sunrise constitutes remanufacturing of the wheelchair. This voids the warranty. The rider then assumes all future liability for the wheelchair.

H.WHEN SEATED IN A PARKED WHEELCHAIR

1.Always turn off all power to your chair when you are parked, even for a moment. This will prevent:

•Accidental movement from contact with the joystick by you or others. •Unintended brake release or movement from EMI sources. (See Section V)

2.Make sure that persons who help you (for example, store clerks) are aware of the joystick and do not touch it. If they do, your chair may move suddenly when you do not expect it.

I.ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Your chair is not designed for use in a heavy rain storm, or in snowy or icy conditions.

1.Contact with water or excessive moisture can cause an electrical malfunction. The frame, motors and other chair parts are not watertight and may rust or corrode from the inside. To avoid a chair failure:

•Minimize exposure of your chair to a rain storm or very wet conditions.

•Never take your chair into a shower, tub, pool or sauna.

•Do not use your chair in fresh or salt water (such as at the edge of a stream, lake, or ocean).

•Make sure shroud cover and deck lid are secure.

•Replace joystick boot if it becomes torn or cracked.

•Make sure all electrical connections are secure.

•Dry the chair as soon as you can if it gets wet, or if you use water to clean it.

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2.Proceed slowly and use extra care if you must operate your chair on a wet or slick surface.

•Do so only if you are sure it is safe.

•Stop if one or both main wheels lose traction. If this occurs, you may lose control of your chair or fall.

•Never operate your chair on a slope or ramp if there is snow, ice, water or oil film present.

•When in doubt, have someone help you.

3.When not in use, keep your chair in a clean, dry place.

Extra caution should be used when employing the disc switch or the proximity head array as control devices. These two devices are susceptible to malfunction when wet.

J.TERRAIN

1.This chair is designed for use on firm, even surfaces such as concrete, asphalt and indoor flooring.

2.Do not operate your chair in sand, loose soil or over rough terrain. Doing so may damage wheels, bearings, axles or motors, or loosen fasteners.

K.STREET USE

In most states, power chairs 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 it is hard to see, use reflective tape on your chair and clothing.

2.It may be hard for drivers to see you. Make eye contact with drivers before you proceed. When in doubt, yield until you are sure it is safe.

L.MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY

To date, the U.S. Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down system for transporting a wheelchair in a motor vehicle.

1.Never sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle. In an accident or sudden stop you may be thrown from the chair.

•Wheelchair belts are designed to position the rider only and will not protect you in an accident; further injury may result from the belts.

2.Always move to an approved vehicle seat. You must be secured with proper motor vehicle restraints.

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.

M. CENTER OF BALANCE

The point where this chair will tip forward, back or to the side depends on its center of balance and stability.

The Center Of Balance Is Affected By:

1.The seat height and seat angle.

2.A change in your body position, posture or weight distribution.

3.Using this chair on a ramp or slope.

4.The use of a back pack or other options, and the amount of added weight.

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