Sunrise Medical Quickie GTi Titanium User Manual
Quickie®GTi Titanium
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Owner’s Manual
Manuel d’instructions
Improving People’s Lives
ENGLISH
SUNRISE LISTENS
Thank you for choosing a Quickie wheelchair
questions or comments about this manual, the safety and reliability of
your chair, and the service you receive from your supplier. Please feel
free to write or call us at the address and telephone number below:
SUNRISE MEDICAL
Customer Service Department
7477 East Dry Creek Parkway
Longmont, CO 80503
(303) 218-4500
Let us know your address. This will allow us to keep you up to
date with information about safety, new products and options to
increase your use and enjoyment of this wheelchair.
. We want to hear your
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:
I. INTRODUCTION
Supplier: _______________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
Telephone: _____________________________________________________________
Serial #:________________________________________ Date/Purchased:_________
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II. TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION ....................................................... 2
A. Sunrise Listens........................................................... 2
II. TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................. 3
III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS .............................. 4
IV. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE................................ 5
A.Choose the Right Chair & Safety Option................... 5
B. Review this Manual Often.......................................... 5
C.Warnings .................................................................... 5
V. GENERAL WARNINGS ............................................. 5
A.Weight Limit............................................................... 5
B. Weight Training........................................................... 5
C.Getting to Know Your Chair...................................... 5
D.To Reduce The Risk of an Accident........................... 5
E. Safety Checklist.......................................................... 5
F. Changes & Adjustments............................................. 6
G.Environmental Conditions ......................................... 6
H.Terrain........................................................................ 6
I. Street Use.................................................................. 6
J. Motor Vehicle Safety.................................................. 6
K.When You Need Help................................................ 6
VI. WARNINGS: FALLS & TIP-OVERS ......................... 7
A.Center of Balance ...................................................... 7
B. Dressing or Changing Clothes ................................... 7
C.Wheelies..................................................................... 7
D.Obstacles ................................................................... 7
E. Reaching or Leaning ................................................... 7
F. Moving Backward....................................................... 8
G.Ramps, Slopes & Sidehills........................................... 8
H.Transfers..................................................................... 8
I. Curbs & Steps ............................................................ 8
J. Stairs........................................................................... 9
K.Escalators ................................................................... 9
VII. WARNINGS: FOR SAFE USE................................... 9
A.Learning to do a “Wheelie” ....................................... 9
B. Descending a Curb or Single Step ............................. 9
C.Climbing a Curb or Single Step.................................. 9
D.Climbing Stairs ........................................................... 9
Descending Stairs....................................................... 9
E.
F. Maintenance............................................................... 10
VIII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS .......... 10
Anti-Tip Tubes ............................................................ 10
A.
B. Armrests .................................................................... 10
C.Caster Pin Locks ........................................................ 10
Cushions & Sling Seats ............................................... 10
D.
E. Fasteners.................................................................... 10
F. Footrests .................................................................... 11
G.Offset Seating............................................................. 11
H.Pneumatic Tires ......................................................... 11
I. Positioning Belts......................................................... 11
J. Power Drive............................................................... 11
K.Push Handles.............................................................. 11
L. Quick-Release Axles .................................................. 11
M.Rear Wheels............................................................... 11
N.Rear Wheel Locks...................................................... 12
O.Modified Seat Systems............................................... 12
P. Rear Suspension ......................................................... 12
Q.Upholstery Fabric ...................................................... 12
R. Seat Back.................................................................... 12
S. Travel Wheels............................................................. 12
IX. SET-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS................................. 13
A.To Mount and Remove Rear Wheels ......................... 13
B. Rear Wheel Axle Nut Adjustment ............................. 13
C.Padded, Swing-Away Armrests.................................. 13
D.Height Adjustable Armrests....................................... 14
E. Back Angle Adjustment.............................................. 14
F. Offset Seating ............................................................. 15
G.Fitting the Jay® Precision Back.................................. 15
H.Seat Sling Adjustment................................................. 15
I. Adjusting Rear Seat Height ........................................ 16
J. Cushion Installation.................................................... 16
K.Rear Axle.................................................................... 16
L. Rear Wheel Spacing ................................................... 17
M.Casters....................................................................... 18
N.Footrest Height Adjustment...................................... 18
O.Wheel Locks .............................................................. 19
P. Anti-tip Tubes............................................................. 19
Q.Anti-Tip Swing Away.................................................. 19
R. Rear Suspension ......................................................... 20
S. Travel Wheels............................................................. 20
T. Check-Out ................................................................. 20
X. TROUBLESHOOTING............................................... 21
MAINTENANCE
XI.
A.Introduction ............................................................... 22
B. Maintenance Chart..................................................... 22
Maintenance Tips....................................................... 22
C.
D.Cleaning ..................................................................... 22
E. Storage Tips............................................................... 22
SUNRISE LIMITED WARRANTY
XII.
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FRANÇAIS...................................................................
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III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS
III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS
Backrest
1
2
16
3
7
8
11
13
12
6
5
14
15
9
10
1.
2. Tire
3. Seat cushion
4. Seat sling (not shown)
Caster leg
5.
Footrest
6.
7. Wheel rim
8. Spokes
9. Rear wheel hub
10.Quick-release axle
11.Handrim
12.Axle plate
13.Caster housing
14.Fork
15.Caster wheel
16.Camber tube (not shown)
All features may not be available with some chair setups
or in conjunction with another chair feature. Please
consult your authorized supplier for more information.
Weight
19.3 lbs. (16 x 16 w/spoke wheels)
(Chair weight will vary per component
options)
Adjustments
Caster angle, CG, rear seat height, back angle,
footrest length, rear wheel gap
Color
Natural Titanium Finish, Quickie colors
Frame Dimensions
Frame width: Std 12" - 20"
Seat depth: 12" - 20"
Opt– Cushion: 2"
Backrest
Folding/Angle Adjustable
Non-Folding/Angle Adjustable
Height-adjustable & angle: 11"-14", 12"16", 16"-20"
Fixed Height: 10"-17"
Opt– adjustable upholstery,
folding push handles
Footrest
ubular
T
Std–
ubular w/Cover,
T
Opt–
Angle Adjustable Platform
QUICKIE GTI
Casters
Std– 5" Low-profile Polyurethane
Opt– 4" Low-profile Poly,
4" Micro Light Up
3" Micro,
3" Micro Light Up
4", 5" & 6" x 1/2" wide poly
6" Poly
Frog Legs
Armrests
Opt– Padded Swing-Away
Opt– Single-Post Height-Adjustable
Axle Bracket
Std– Fore/Aft CG Adjustable Bracket
Opt Camber– 0
Axles
Std– stainless steel
Opt– titanium
quad-release axle nuts
Anti-tip tubes
Opt– Rear anti-tip tubes,
Standard rear wheels
Std– Spoke
Opt- Mag
, 3°, 6°, 9°
°
Quickie Performance wheels
Opt– heat-treated
Opt– Spinergy
Opt– ultra lightweight
Tire size
Std– 24"
Opt– 20", 22", 25", 26"
Tire types
Std - Pneumatic
Opt - Airless insert
Poly
Kevlar (24" only)
High-pressure clinchers (24",26" only)
Mountain bike (24" only)
oly, Kik
ull P
F
Hand rims
Std– aluminum
Opt– plastic-coated
vertical/oblique projections
Natural Fit
Wheel locks
High-push, high-pull, ergo scissor
Opt- compact
ravel wheels
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Opt– Rear travel wheels
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IV. NOTICE– READ BEFORE USE
IV. NOTICE– READ BEFORE USE
A. CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR & SAFETY
OPTIONS
Sunrise provides a choice of many wheelchair styles to meet the
needs of the wheelchair rider
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:
Your disability, strength, balance and coordination.
1.
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).
. However, final selection of the type
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 “W
may cause
The “Warnings” are in three main sections, as follows:
1. V — GENERAL WARNINGS
2. VI — WARNINGS — FALLS & TIP-OVERS
3. VII — WARNINGS — FOR SAFE USE
4. VIII — WARNINGS — COMPONENTS & OPTIONS
NOTE– Where they apply, you will also find “Warnings” in other sections of
ARNING
severe injury or death to you or to other persons.
Here you will find a safety checklist and a summary of risks
you need to be aware of before you ride this chair.
Here you will learn how to avoid a fall or tip-over while you
perform daily activities in your chair.
Here you will learn about practices for the safe use of your
chair
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.
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 rider or others.
” refers to a hazard or unsafe practice that
V. GENERAL WARNINGS
V. GENERAL WARNINGS
A. WEIGHT LIMIT
WARNING
NEVER exceed the weight limit of 265 pounds (120 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
WARNING
NEVER use this chair for weight training if total weight (rider plus
equipment) exceeds 265 pounds. If you do exceed the limit, dam
age 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
WARNING
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
chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause severe
injury to the rider or others.
. If you use too much force, damage to your
D. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT
WARNING
BEFORE riding, you should be trained in the safe use of this
1.
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
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
.
, a fall, tip-
over or loss of
E. SAFETY CHECKLIST
-
WARNING
Before Each Use Of Y
Make sure the chair rolls easily and that all parts work
1.
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.
If your chair has anti-tip tubes, lock them in place.
4.
NOTE– See “
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
Anti-Tip Tubes” (Section VIII) for times you should not use them.
our Chair:
, a fall, tip-
over or loss of
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V.
F. CHANGES & ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
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
WARNING
1. Use extra care if you must ride your chair on a wet or slick
surface. If you are in doubt, ask for help.
2. Contact with water or excess moisture may cause your chair
to rust or corrode. This could cause your chair to fail.
a. Do not use your chair in a shower, pool or other body of
water. The chair tubing and parts are not water-tight and
may rust or corrode from the inside.
b. Avoid excess moisture (for example, do not leave your
chair in a damp bathroom while taking a shower).
c. Dry your chair as soon as you can if it gets wet, or if you
use water to clean it.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
H. TERRAIN
WARNING
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
WARNING
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
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
, a fall, tip-
over or loss of
J. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
WARNING
Quickie wheelchairs do not meet federal standards for motor
vehicle seating.
1. NEVER let anyone sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle.
ALWAYS move the rider to an approved vehicle seat.
a.
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
ther 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 vehi-
cle 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.
. Wheelchair seat belts will not prevent this, and fur-
K. WHEN YOU NEED HELP
WARNING
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
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.
T
7.
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.
, bend your knees slightly and keep your back as
o avoid tripping, unlock and rotate anti-tip tubes up, out of the
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VI. WARNINGS: FALLS & TIP-OVERS
VI. WARNINGS: FALLS & TIP-OVERS
A. CENTER OF BALANCE
WARNING
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 adjustment is 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
WARNING
our weight may shift if you dress or change clothes while seated in
Y
this chair. To reduce the risk of a fall or tip-over:
otate the front casters until they are as far forward as possi-
R
1.
ble. This makes the chair more stable.
2.
Lock anti-tip tubes in place. (If your chair does not have antitip tubes, back it up against a wall and lock both rear
wheels).
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
C. WHEELIES
WARNING
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-
, a “wheelie” can help you overcome curbs and obstacles.
ly
1. Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist to find out if you are
a good candidate to learn to do a “wheelie.”
Do not attempt a “wheelie” UNLESS you are a skilled rider
2.
of this chair, or you have help.
NOTE– See Section VII-A 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.
over may occur
. However
, if you do it safe
D. OBSTACLES
WARNING
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.
Make sure the floor areas where you live and work are level
2.
and free of obstacles.
Remove or cover threshold strips between rooms.
3.
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.
Press your upper body BACKWARD as you go DOWN
b.
from a higher to a lower level.
6. If your chair has anti-tip tubes, lock them in place before you
go UP over an obstacle.
7. Keep both of your hands on the handrims as you go over an
obstacle.
8. Never push or pull on an object (such as furniture or a doorjamb) to propel your chair.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
E. REACHING OR LEANING
WARNING
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.
If You Must Reach Or Lean:
6.
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 reach-
ing down between your knees. You are less likely to tip if
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If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
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you reach to the side of your chair.
e. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as
possible. This makes the chair more stable.
NOTE– To do this: Move your chair past the object you
want to reach, then back up alongside it. Backing up
will rotate the casters forward.
f.Firmly grasp a rear wheel or an armrest with one hand. This
will help to prevent a fall if the chair tips.
, a fall, tip-over or loss of
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VI.
F. MOVING BACKWARD
WARNING
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.
Propel your chair slowly and smoothly.
1.
2. If your chair has anti-tip tubes, make sure to lock them in
place.
3. Stop often and check to be sure your path is clear.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
G. RAMPS, SLOPES & SIDEHILLS
WARNING
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. Anti-tip tubes may not prevent a fall or tip-over.
1. Do not use your chair on a slope steeper than 10%. (A 10%
slope means: one foot in elevation for every ten feet of slope
length.)
2. Always go as straight up and as straight down as you can. (Do
not “cut the corner” on a slope or ramp.)
3. Do not turn or change direction on a slope.
4. Always stay in the CENTER of the ramp. Make sure ramp is
wide enough that you are not at risk that a wheel may fall
over the edge.
5. Do not stop on a steep slope. If you stop, you may lose control of your chair.
6. NEVER use rear wheel locks to try to slow or stop your
chair. This is likely to cause your chair to veer out of control.
7. Beware Of:
a. Wet or slippery surfaces.
b. A change in grade on a slope (or a lip, bump or depres-
sion). 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.
educe The Risk Of A Fall Or Tip-
o R
T
8.
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.
eep pressure on the handrims to control your speed on
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b.
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. W
recommend:
a. Width. At least four feet wide.
Guardrails. To reduce the risk of a fall, sides of ramp must
b.
have guardrails (or raised borders at least three inches high).
Slope. Not more than a 10% grade.
c.
Surface. Flat and even, with a thin carpet or other non-skid
d.
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
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.
” when you ride on it.
Over:
H. TRANSFER
WARNING
It is dangerous to transfer on your own. It requires good balance
and agility. Be aware that there is a point during every transfer
when the wheelchair seat is not below you.
To Avoid A Fall:
1. Work with your health care advisor to learn safe methods.
a. Learn how to position your body and how to support
yourself during a transfer
b. Have someone help you until you know how to do a safe
transfer on your own.
2. Lock the rear wheels before you transfer. This keeps the rear
wheels from rolling.
NOTE– This will NOT keep your chair from sliding away from
you or tipping.
3. Make sure to keep pneumatic tires properly inflated. Low
tire pressure may allow the rear wheel locks to slip.
4. Move your chair as close as you can to the seat you are
transferring to. If possible, use a transfer board.
5. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible.
6. If you can, remove or swing footrests out of the way.
a. Make sure your feet do not catch in the space between
the footrests.
b. Avoid putting weight on the footrests as this may cause
the chair to tip.
7. Make sure armrests are out of the way and do not interfere.
8. Transfer as far back onto the seat surface as you can. This will
reduce the risk that the chair will tip or move away from you.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
.
I. CURBS & STEPS
WARNING
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:
ou can safely do a “wheelie”; and
Y
a.
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.
Do not try to climb a high curb or step (more than 4 inches
4.
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
e
or descend at an angle, a fall or tip-over is likely.
Be aware that the impact of dropping down from a curb or
6.
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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VI.
J. STAIRS
WARNING
1. NEVER use this chair on stairs UNLESS you have someone
to help you. Doing so is likely to cause a fall or tip-over.
2. Persons who help you should read and follow the warnings
“For Attendants” (Section V-K), 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.
VII. WARNINGS: FOR SAFE USE
WARNING
Before you assist a rider, be sure to read the warnings
“For Attendants” (Section V-K) and follow all instructions that apply. Be aware that you will need to learn
safe methods best suited to your abilities.
A. LEARNING TO DO A “WHEELIE”
WARNING
Follow these steps to help the rider learn to do a “wheelie”:
1. Read and follow the warnings for “WHEELIES.” (Section VIC)
2. Stand at the rear of the chair. You must be able to move with
the chair to prevent a tip-over.
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.
B. DESCENDING A CURB OR SINGLE
STEP
WARNING
Follow these steps to help a rider descend a curb or single step
going BACKWARD:
1. Stay at the rear of the chair.
Several feet before your reach the edge of the curb or step,
2.
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.
K. ESCALATORS
WARNING
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.
VII. WARNINGS: FOR SAFE USE
5. When the rear wheels are safely on the lower level, tilt the
chair back to its balance point. This will lift the front casters
off the curb or step.
6. Keep the chair in balance and take small steps backward.
Turn the chair around and gently lower front casters to the
ground.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
C. CLIMBING A CURB OR SINGLE STEP
WARNING
Follow these steps to help the rider climb a curb or single step
going FORWARD:
1. Stay behind the chair.
2. Face the curb and tilt the chair up on the rear wheels so that
the front casters clear the curb or step.
3. Move forward, placing the front casters on the upper level as
soon as you are sure they are past the edge.
4. Continue forward until the rear wheels contact the face of
the curb or step. Lift and roll the rear wheels to the upper
level.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
D. CLIMBING STAIRS
WARNING
Use at least two attendants to move a chair and rider up
1.
stairs.
2. Move the chair and rider BACKWARD up the stairs.
The person at the rear is in control. He or she tilts the chair
3.
back to its balance point.
A second attendant at the front firmly grasps a non-detach
4.
able 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
, until you reach the landing.
stair
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
, a fall, tip-over or loss of
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E. DESCENDING STAIRS
WARNING
1. Use at least two attendants to move a chair and rider down
stairs.
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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.
A second attendant stands on the third step from the top and
4.
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.
VIII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS
A. ANTI-TIP TUBES (OPTIONAL)
WARNING
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.
ubes Locked In Place UNLESS:
eep Anti-
K
3.
a. You have an attendant; or
b. You have to climb or descend a curb, or overcome an
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
Tip T
obstacle, and can safely do so without them. At these
times, make sure anti-tip tubes are up, out of the way.
, a fall, tip-
over or loss of
B. ARMRESTS
WARNING
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
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
, a fall, tip-
over or loss of
F. MAINTENANCE
WARNING
1. Inspect and maintain this chair strictly per the maintenance
chart located in the maintenance section of this manual.
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.
VIII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS
C. CASTER PIN-LOCKS
WARNING
Always use both pin locks when transferring in and out of the chair.
Caster pin locks only keep the front caster wheels from changing
direction, they do not lock-out the front wheels from rotation. To
prevent the wheelchair from rolling, you must engage the rear
wheel locks.
If you propel your wheelchair with the caster pin locks engaged,
the chair will be prevented from turning.
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
WARNING
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
control your posture. Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist
to find out if you need such a device for your well-being.
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.
, you may need a special seat system or a device to
E. FASTENERS
WARNING
Many of the screws, bolts and nuts on this chair are special highstrength fasteners. Use of improper fasteners may cause your chair
to fail.
Y use fasteners provided by an authorized supplier (or
ONL
1.
ones of the same type and strength, as indicated by the
markings on the heads).
Over- or under-tightened fasteners may fail or cause damage
2.
to chair parts.
If bolts or screws become loose, tighten them as soon as you
3.
can.If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair
fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause severe
injury to the rider or others.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
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F. FOOTRESTS
WARNING
1. At the lowest point, footrests should be AT LEAST 2" 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.
Avoid putting weight on the footrests, as the chair may
b.
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 nondetachable 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.
G. OFFSET SEATING (OPTIONAL)
WARNING
1. A fore/aft change in the backrest position will affect the center of balance of your chair.
2. Only use this option when installing a forward offset mounted seating solution, not using the standard back sling.
3. Each time you adjust or modify the backrest plane location,
the change may make it easier to tip backwards. Use anti-tips
until you adapt to the change, 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.
H. PNEUMATIC TIRES
WARNING
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 overinflated. 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.
Low pressure in any of the tires may cause the chair to veer
3.
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.
I. POSITIONING BELTS (OPTIONAL)
WARNING
Use positioning belts ONL
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. Y
open hand, flat, between the belt and the rider.
Y to help support the rider
ou should be able to slide your
’s posture.
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 emer
gency.
5. NEVER Use Positioning Belts:
a. As a patient restraint. A restraint requires a doctor’s
order.
b. On a rider who is comatose or agitated.
c. As a motor vehicle restraint. In an accident or sudden
stop the rider may be thrown from the chair. Wheelchair
seat belts will not prevent this, and further injury may
result from the belts or straps.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
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J. POWER DRIVE (OPTIONAL)
WARNING
Do not install a non Quickie-approved power drive on any Quickie
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.
K. PUSH HANDLES (OPTIONAL)
WARNING
When you have a attendant, make sure that this chair has push handles.
1. Push handles provide secure points for an attendant to hold
the rear of this chair, to prevent a fall or tip-over. Make sure
to use push handles when you have an attendant.
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.
L. QUICK-RELEASE AXLES
WARNING
1. Do not use this chair UNLESS you are sure that both quickrelease rear axles are locked. An unlocked axle may come
off during use and cause a fall.
2. An axle is not locked until the quick-release button pops out
fully. An unlocked axle may come off during use, resulting in a
fall, tip-over or loss of control and cause severe injury to the
rider or others.
If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
, a fall, tip-
over or loss of
M. REAR WHEELS
WARNING
A change in set-up of the rear wheels will affect the center of balance of your chair
The farther you move the rear axles FORW
1.
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
you are sure you are not at risk to tip over.
.
ARD, the more
. Do not change the set-up UNLESS
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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.
N. REAR WHEEL LOCKS (OPTIONAL)
WARNING
Rear wheel locks are NOT designed to slow or stop a moving
wheelchair. Use them only to keep the rear wheels from rolling
when your chair is at a 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.
To keep the rear wheels from rolling, always set both rear
2.
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.
O. MODIFIED SEAT SYSTEMS
WARNING
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.
Do not change the seat system of your chair UNLESS you consult
your authorized supplier first.
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.
P. REAR SUSPENSION (OPTIONAL)
WARNING
When replacing the suspension bushings, always use genuine
Quickie parts. Use of non-Quickie replacement parts voids the
warranty and could cause structural failure.
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.
Q. UPHOLSTERY FABRIC
WARNING
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.
R. SEAT BACK
WARNING
Adjusting the seat back depth could cause the strut tube
to be located in a position where it could contact the user
and cause skin breakdown or other serious injuries.
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.
S. TRAVEL WHEELS
WARNING
• Do not exceed 250 lb total weight.
• Intermittent use only.
• May decrease rearward stability.
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IX. SET-UP & ADJUSTMENT
NOTE ON TORQUE SETTINGS– A torque setting is the optimum tightening which should be made on a
particular fastener. It is important to use proper torque settings where specified.
A. TO MOUNT & REMOVE REAR WHEELS (Figures 1 & 2)
WARNING
Do not use this chair UNLESS you are sure both quick-release axles are
locked. An unlocked axle may come off during use and cause a fall.
NOTE– Setting the wheelchair on a flat surface, such as a workbench or table, helps make these proce-
dures easier.
1. To Install Wheel
a. Depress quick-release button (A) fully.
b. Insert axle (B) through hub of rear wheel.
c. Keep button (A) depressed as you slide axle (B) into camber plug (C).
d. Release button to lock axle in camber plug. Adjust axle if it does not lock.
See Section B.
e. Repeat steps on other side.
2. To Remove Wheel
a. Depress quick-release button (A) fully.
b. Remove wheel by sliding axle (B) completely out of camber plug (C).
c. Repeat steps on other side.
NOTE– The axle is not locked until the quick-release button pops out fully (A). Check that the axle is
locked by pulling on the wheel in the direction of the axle.
1
A
2
B
C
3
E
B
F
B. REAR WHEEL AXLE NUT ADJUSTMENT (Figures 3 & 4)
The rear wheel axle (B) attaches the rear wheel (D) to the camber plug (C). When the
detent balls (E) engage into the camber plug the rear wheel effectively becomes locked onto
the chair. Pushing the quick-release button (A) disengages the detent balls and allows removal
of the axle and wheel assembly.
To adjust the axle you will need a 3/4" wrench to turn the adjustment nut (F). You will also
need a 1/2" wrench to securely hold the ball detent end of the axle to prevent it from turning.
If the wheel and axle will not lock into the camber plug then the axle requires adjustment.
Turn the nut counter-clockwise approximately 1/4 revolution and try to lock the axle into the
camber plug. If it doesn't lock, continue making small nut adjustments until it securely locks.
If the wheel is locked on the chair but there is excessive wheel play (the wheel hub can be
pushed back and forth on the axle) then adjust the nut clockwise until there is no perceptible
gap between the wheel and camber tube and the axle is securely locked onto the chair
UTION–
CA
Quick-release button (A) must be flush with the edge of the wheel hub for detent balls (E) to be
engaged.
.
C. PADDED SWING-AWAY ARMRESTS (Optional) (Figures 5 & 6)
Swing-away armrests can be detached or can swing away to allow lateral transfers.
They are height adjustable (2") by moving bolts (G) up or down in predrilled holes on
armrest bracket.
Swing-away
frame.
Swing-away, angle adjustable (Figure 6)
To change the angle, remove bolts (I), reposition to needed angle. Reinsert bolt and tighten.
, removable armrests are installed by sliding armrest into receiver (H) on back
A
D
C
4
A
E
5
H
G
6
I
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D. HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE ARMRESTS (Figure 7)
1. Installation
a. Slide the outer armpost into the receiver mounted to the wheelchair frame.
The armrest will automatically lock into place.
b.
2. Height Adjustment
a. Rotate release lever to second stop.
Slide armrest pad up or down to desired height.
b.
c. Return lever to locked position against armpost.
d. Push arm pad until upper armpost locks firmly into place.
3. Removing Armrest
a. Rotate release lever to first stop and remove the armrest.
4. Replacing Armrest
a. Slide armrest back into receiver.
b. Return release lever to locked position
against armpost.
5. Adjusting Armrest Receiver Fit
To tighten or loosen the fit of the outer armpost in the receiver:
a. Loosen the four receiver adjustment bolts on the sides 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 are installed in the outer armpost.
b. Turn the set screws in or out until the desired fit is achieved.
7. Position Adjustment
a. Loosen the three clamp bolts until clamp is loose.
b. Slide armrest receiver to desired position.
c. Tighten all 3 bolts to 212in.-lbs. (24 Nm).
7
4
3
5
8
10
2
7
9
11
Height-Adjustable
Armrest Key
1. Outer armpost
2. Standard receiver
Release lever
3.
4. Armrest pad
5. Transfer bar
Side panel
6.
7. Outer armpost tension
adjustment set screws
8. Inner armpost
9. Receiver adjustment bolts
10.Release Lever
11.Clamp bolts
C
1
8
6
E. BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT (Figures 8 & 9)
Adjusting the Back Angle
1. Using a 4mm Allen Key and 10mm wrench on opposite side completely remove the
pivot screw (A) that attaches the back tube (C) to angle adjustable backrest bracket
(B).
2. For folding back, loosen but don’t remove cam stop (D) using a 4mm Allen Key and
wrench. For non folding back, loosen but don’t remove 6mm socket screw (E) and
loosen but don’t remove both lower 6mm button head screws (F)
3. Determine new angle by aligning the upper hole in the backrest tube (C) with the different holes in the backrest bracket (B).
4. Once proper hole is determined, while aligning hole in one end of the pivot washer
with proper hole, insert pivot screw (A) through proper hole in outside wall of backrest bracket (B) and through the hole in pivot washer. Continue to feed screw through
both walls of backrest tube (C). W
align remaining hole in pivot washer with proper hole on the inner wall of backrest
bracket (B).
Once in place using a 4mm Allen Key and 10mm wrench tighten the pivot screw (A)
5.
back into place.
NOTE– F
6. Repeat procedure to the other side of the wheelchair.
7. Adjust and tighten cam stops for both sides of the wheelchair (D), see steps below for
CA
or folding back, do not over tighten. Backrest must be allowed to fold easily
folding back. For non folding back tighten 6mm socket screw (E) and tighten 6mm
button head screws (F) back into place.
UTION –
When changing the back angle of the wheelchair both the left and right angle adjustable back
bracket must be in the same hole position (see steps 3 &4) before the wheelchair is to be used.
rap pivot washer around front of backrest tube and
.
B
A
D
9Non-Folding Back
F
F
E
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Adjusting the Cam Stop (Folding Back Option Only) (Figure 8)
1. Once the proper back angle is set tighten the cam stop screw (D) back into place.
2. Using a 10mm open-ended wrench on the inner hex drive of the cam stop, rotate the
cam stop to eliminate excessive play in the back tube. Verify that backrest latches into
place. If backrest will not latch, adjust cam away from tube until back tube latches
freely, while still minimizing play in the backrest.
3. Check that the cam stop screw is tightened into place. (D)
F. OFFSET SEATING (optional) (Figure 10)
NOTE– Before installing Offset Seating review the warning in Section VIII-R.
The optional offset seating plug (G) can locate the back canes (H) either 1" or 2" more rear
ward than the standard seating plug.
1. Before installation, determine which backrest system will be used and the offset that
will be established.
2. If the offset is approximately 1" then fasten screw (I) into hole 1.
3. If the offset is approximately 2" then fasten screw (I) into hole 2.
G. FITTING THE JAY® PRECISION BACK
The Jay Precision Back is a tension adjustable back that includes lateral support hardware. It
is designed to follow the contour of the back of the end user and provide beneficial lateral
trunk control.
1. Contour Adjustment (Figure 11)
a. To modify the contour of the Jay Precision Back:
Pull the tensioning straps (A) inward to increase the tension and lift the tab of the tension lock buckle to release it.
b. To adjust the Jay Precision Back to conform with the user’s anatomy, release tension on
all straps then adjust them proceeding from the base of the back upholstery moving up.
c. These adjustments should be done with the user sitting in the chair.
2. Lateral Supports Location Setting (Figure 12)
a. Remove the lateral covers (B). Leave the lateral support foam pads on.
b. To move the lateral supports up or down loosen the screws (C) and slide them vertically
until desired location is obtained, tighten the screws to secure the lateral supports.
c. Should more adjustment be required, two more openings are available on the back
cane envelopes to allow for height adjustment of the hardware itself. To relocate the
hardware loosen the screws (D) of the clamp until it can be taken off the cane. Move
the clamp and hardware up or down as needed and tighten the screws firmly.
d. The lateral supports have 2 inches of adjustment range towards the inside from the
external plane of the back canes. To adjust, loosen the screws of the clamp (D), set the
adjustment and tighten them back down.
NOTE– If adjustment pushes too far inward it will prevent the chair from folding completely.
If adjusted too low
e.
ing the chair.
f. These adjustments may be done with the user sitting in the chair.
, the lateral supports may interfere with the cross brace when fold-
H. SEAT SLING ADJUSTMENT (Figure 13)
Remove the screws and rear nut retaining the left side seat sling. Readjust VELCRO®-style
material to increase the tension in the seat sling. Replace screws and rear nut. If there is any
difficulty in reattaching the screws, try using a probe to help align the holes. Ensure that the
plastic saddles are under the seat rail in all fastener positions.
IX.
offset
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G
I
1"
2"
D
C
B
10
H
11
A
12
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