Sunrise Medical QUICKIE LXI User Manual 2

User

Instruction

Manual &

Warranty

Quickie LXI

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.

I. INTRODUCTION

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QUICKIE 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 Quickie 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
[phone]

Be sure to return your warranty card, and let us know if you change your address.
This will allow us to keep you up to date with information about safety, new prod­ucts and options to increase your use and enjoyment of this wheelchair. You will
also receive a free subscription to Quickie Chronicles, a newsletter just for Quickie
users. If you lose your warranty card, call or write and we will gladly send you a
new one.

FOR ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS

Your authorized Quickie 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:

Quickie Supplier: ______________________________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

Telephone: ____________________________________________________________________________

Serial #: _____________________________________ Date/Purchased: ________________________

Weight

28 lbs. with steel rear axles

Frame Dimensions

Frame width: 12”- 20”

(seat width 1/2” narrower)

Sling depth: 12”-18”

Backrest

8owith push handles
16”-19”, 14”-17”
Backrest options: solid back, backrest

cushion, straight push handles

Hanger Type

60o,70o,90o, articulating legrest-

adult, elevating, 90oelevating

Footplates

Composite, foam, adult angle-

adjustable, kids angle-adjustable,
extended, heel loops, legstrap

Footrest extension tubes: short,

medium, long, high mount

Casters

Std - 8” pneumatic
Opt - 5”, low-profile polyurethane,

6” pneumatic, 6” polyurethane,
8” polyurethane, 3/4” longer fork
stem bolt, 1 1/2” longer fork
stem bolt

Armrests

Std - flip-back with standard pad
Opt - padded swing-away, flip-back

with full-length pad, flip-back height­adjustable with standard pad, flip­back height-adjustable with full­length pad.

Axle Plates

Standard, adjustable

Axles

Std - threaded
Opt - quick -release, quad-release

axle nuts

Anti-tip Tubes

Rear anti-tip tubes, front anti-tip

tubes

Standard Rear Wheels

Std - mag
Opt - spoke

Tire Size

Std - 24”
Opt - 20”, 22”

Tire types

Std - pneumatic
Opt - pneumatic with airless insert,

full-profile polyurethane, low-profile
polyurethane

Handrims

Std - aluminum
Opt - plastic-coated, long tabs

Projections

Opt - vertical, oblique, 6, 8, 10, 12

Wheel Locks

Std - high-push
Opt - high-pull, omit, do not mount,

6” extension handles, grade aids

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

II. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS

Quickie LXI

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II. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS

QUICKIE LXI

1. Backrest

2. Tire

3. Seat Cushion

4. Seat Sling

5. Footplate

6. Handrim

7. Mag Wheel

8. Rear Wheel Hub

9. Threaded or
Quick-Release Axle

10. Caster Cap

11. Caster Housing

12. Caster Fork

13. Caster Wheel

14. Swing-Away Hanger

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III. TABLE OF CONTENTS

III. TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................. 3

a. Quickie Listens .................................................................................... 3

II. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS ................................................ 4

I11. TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................. 6

IV. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE .................................................. 8

a. Choose the Right Chair & Safety Options .................................. 8

b. Review This Manual Often ................................................................ 8

c. Warnings .............................................................................................. 8

V. GENERAL WARNINGS.................................................................... 9

a. Weight Limit ........................................................................................ 9

b. Weight Training .................................................................................... 9

c. Getting to Know Your Chair ............................................................ 9

d. To Reduce The Risk of an Accident ................................................ 9

e. Safety Checklist .................................................................................. 9

f. Changes & Adjustments .................................................................... 10

g. Environmental Conditions ................................................................ 10

h. Terrain .................................................................................................... 10

i. Street Use ............................................................................................ 10

j. Motor Vehicle Safety .......................................................................... 10

k. When You Need Help ........................................................................ 11

VI. WARNINGS: FALLS & TIP-OVERS .......................................... 12

a. Center of Balance .............................................................................. 12

b. Dressing or Changing Clothes ........................................................ 12

c. Wheelies .............................................................................................. 13

d. Obstacles .............................................................................................. 13

e. Reaching or Leaning .......................................................................... 13

f. Moving Backward ................................................................................ 14

g. Ramps, Slopes & Side Hills ................................................................ 14

h. Transfers ................................................................................................ 15

i. Curbs & Steps ...................................................................................... 16

j. Stairs ...................................................................................................... 16

k. Escalators .............................................................................................. 16

VII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS ........................ 17

a. Anti-Tip Tubes ...................................................................................... 17

b. Armrests .............................................................................................. 17

c. Cushion & Sling Seats ........................................................................ 17

d. Fasteners .............................................................................................. 17

e. Footrests ................................................................................................ 18

f. Pneumatic Tires .................................................................................. 18

g. Positioning Belts .................................................................................. 18

h. Power Drive ........................................................................................ 19

i. Push Handles ........................................................................................ 19

j. Quick-Release Axles .......................................................................... 19

k. Rear Axles ............................................................................................ 19

l. Rear Wheel Locks .............................................................................. 19

m.Modified Seat Systems ...................................................................... 20

n. Upholstery Fabric .............................................................................. 20

VIII. TIPS FOR ATTENDANTS ............................................................ 21

a. Learning to do a “Wheelie” .............................................................. 21

b. Descending a Curb or Single Step .................................................. 21

c. Climbing a Curb or Single Step ...................................................... 22

d. Climbing Stairs .................................................................................... 22

e. Descending Stairs ................................................................................ 22

IX. SET-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS .................................................... 23

a.Axle Plate - Adjustable ........................................................................ 23

b.Toe-in & Toe-out .................................................................................. 24

c. Axles-Threaded .................................................................................... 24

d.Axles - Quick Release (Optional) .................................................... 24

e. Swing-Away Hangers & Footrests .................................................. 25

f.Articulating Legrest or Elevating Legrest (Optional) .................. 25

g. Flip-Back Armrests................................................................................ 26

h. Flip-Back Height Adjustable Armrests (Optional) ........................ 26

i. Height-Adjustable Armrests (Optional) .......................................... 27

j. Caster Plates .......................................................................................... 28

k. Caster Mountings ................................................................................ 28

l. Backrest .................................................................................................. 29

m.Wheel Locks ........................................................................................ 29

n.Anti-Tip Tubes (Optional) .................................................................. 29

o. Seat Sling .............................................................................................. 30

p. Cushion (Optional) ............................................................................ 31

q. Folding & Unfolding ............................................................................ 31

r. Standard & Low Front Seat Heights ................................................ 31

s. Check Out ............................................................................................ 32

X. TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................... 34

X1. MAINTENANCE ................................................................................ 34

a. Introduction .......................................................................................... 34

b. Maintenance Chart ............................................................................ 34

c. Maintenance Tips .................................................................................. 35

d. Cleaning .................................................................................................. 35

e. Storage Tips .......................................................................................... 35

XII. QUICKIE LIMITED WARRANTY .............................................. 36

a. For Lifetime .......................................................................................... 36

b. For 2 Years ............................................................................................ 36

c. Limitations ............................................................................................ 36

d. What We Will Do ................................................................................ 36

e. What You Must Do ............................................................................ 36

f. Notice to Consumers ........................................................................ 36

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IV. NOTICE—READ BEFORE USE

A. CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR & SAFETY OPTIONS

Quickie provides a choice of many wheelchair styles to meet the needs of the

wheelchair rider. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair, options
and adjustments rests solely with you and your health care advisor. Choosing
the best chair and set-up for your safety depends on such things as:

1. Your disability, strength, balance and coordination.

2. The types of hazards you must overcome in daily use (where you live and
work, and other places you are likely to use your chair).

3. The need for options for your safety and comfort (such as anti-tip tubes,
positioning belts, or special seating systems).

B. REVIEW THIS MANUAL OFTEN

Before using this chair you, and each person who may assist you, should read
this entire manual and make sure to follow all instructions. Review the warn­ings often, until they are second nature to you.

C. WARNINGS

The word "WARNING" refers to a hazard or unsafe practice that may cause

severe injury or death to you or to other persons. The "Warnings" are in

three main sections, as follows:

1. V — GENERAL WARNINGS

Here you will find a safety checklist and a summary of risks you need to be

aware of before you ride this chair.

2. VI — WARNINGS — FALLS & TIP-OVERS

Here you will learn how to avoid a fall or tip-over while you perform daily

activities in your chair.

3. VII — WARNINGS — COMPONENTS & OPTIONS

Here you will learn about the components of your chair and options you can
select for safety. Consult your authorized Quickie supplier and your health
care advisor to help you choose the best set-up and options for
safe use.

Note: Where they apply,you will also find "Warnings" in other sections of this Manual.

V.GENERAL WARNINGS

A. WEIGHT LIMIT

NEVER exceed the weight limit of 250 pounds (113.6 kilograms), for

combined weight of rider and items carried. This may cause the chair to fail.

B. WEIGHT TRAINING

NEVER use this chair for weight training if total weight (rider plus equipment)

exceeds 250 pounds. This is likely to damage seat, frame and fasteners and will
void the warranty.

C. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CHAIR

Every wheelchair is different. Take the time to learn the feel of this chair

before you begin riding. Start slowly, with easy, smooth strokes. If you are
used to a different chair, you may use too much force and tip over.

D. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT

1. BEFORE riding, you should be trained in the safe use of this chair by your
health care advisor.

2. Practice bending, reaching and transfers until you know the limit of your
ability. Have someone help you until you know what can cause a fall or
tip-over and how to avoid doing so.

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

4. NEVER try a new maneuver on your own until you are sure you can do it safely.

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

6. Use anti-tip tubes unless you are a skilled rider of this chair and are sure
you are not at risk to tip over.

E. SAFETY CHECKLIST

Before Each Use Of Your Chair:

1. Make sure the chair rolls easily and that all parts work smoothly. Check
for noise, vibration, or a change in ease of use. (They may indicate low tire
pressure, loose fasteners, or damage to your chair.)

2. Repair any problem. Your authorized Quickie supplier can help you find
and correct the problem.

3. Check to see that both quick-release rear axles are locked. When locked,
the axle button will "pop out" fully. If not locked, the wheel may come off
and cause you to fall.

4. If your chair has anti-tip tubes, lock them in place.

Note: See p. 17 for times you should not use them.

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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.

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WARNINGS

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V.GENERAL WARNINGS

F. CHANGES & ADJUSTMENTS

If you modify or adjust this chair, it may increase the risk of a tip-over UNLESS

you make other changes as well.

1. Consult your authorized Quickie supplier BEFORE you modify or adjust
your chair.

2. 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.

G. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

1. Use extra care if you must ride your chair on a wet or slick surface. If you
are in doubt, ask for help.

2. Contact with water or excess moisture may cause your chair to rust or
corrode. This could cause your chair to fail.

a. Do not use your chair in a shower, pool or other body of water. The

chair tubing and parts are not water-tight and may rust or corrode from
the inside.

b. Avoid excess moisture (for example, do not leave your chair in a damp

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.

H. TERRAIN

1. Your chair is designed for use on firm, even surfaces such as concrete,

asphalt and indoor floors and carpeting.

2. Do not operate your chair in sand, loose soil or over rough terrain.

This may damage wheels or axles, or loosen fasteners of your chair.

I. STREETS USE

In most states, wheelchairs are not legal for use on public roads. Be alert to

the danger of motor vehicles on roads or in parking lots.

1. At night, or when lighting is poor, use reflective tape on your chair and

clothing.

2. Due to your low position, it may be hard for drivers to see you. Make eye

contact with drivers before you go forward. When in doubt, yield until you
are sure it is safe.

J. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY

Quickie wheelchairs do not meet federal standards for motor vehicle seating.

1. NEVER let anyone sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle.

a. ALWAYS move the rider to an approved vehicle seat.
b. ALWAYS secure the rider with proper motor vehicle restraints.

2. In an accident or sudden stop the rider may be thrown from the chair.

Wheelchair seat belts will not prevent this, and further injury may result from
the belts or straps.

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V.GENERAL WARNINGS

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.

K. WHEN YOU NEED HELP

For The Rider:
Make sure that each person who helps you reads and follows all warnings and

instructions that apply.

For Attendants:

1. Work with the rider's doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe methods best

suited to your abilities and those of the rider.

2. Tell the rider what you plan to do, and explain what you expect the rider to

do. This will put the rider at ease and reduce the risk of an accident.

3. Make sure the chair has push handles. They provide secure points for you

to hold the rear of the chair to prevent a fall or tip-over.

• Check to make sure push handle grips will not rotate or slip off.

4. To prevent injury to your back, use good posture and proper body mecha-

nics. When you lift or support the rider or tilt the chair, bend your knees
slightly and keep your back as upright and straight as you can.

5. Remind the rider to lean back when you tilt the chair backward.

6. When you descend a curb or single step, slowly lower the chair

in one easy movement. Do not let the chair drop the last few
inches to the ground. This may damage the chair or injure the
rider.

7. To avoid tripping, unlock and rotate anti-tip tubes up, out of the way.

8. 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.

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