Sunrise Medical Z-500 User Manual

Quickie®Z-500

User

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.

Instruction

Manual &

Warranty

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

Mobility Products Division

Customer Service Department

7477 East Dry Creek Parkway

Longmont, Colorado 80503

(303) 218-4500 or (800) 333-4000

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

FOR ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS

Your authorized supplier knows your wheelchair best and can answer most of your questions about chair safety, use and maintenance. For future reference, fill in the following:

Supplier: _______________________________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

Telephone: _____________________________________________________________________________

Serial #:_________________________________________ Date/Purchased: ________________________

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II. Table of Contents

I. INTRODUCTION..................................................................................... 3

II. TABLE OF CONTENTS.............................................................................. 4

III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS .................................................................. 6

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

V. EMI (ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE) ................................................. 9

A. What Is EMI? .................................................................................... 9

B. What Effect Can EMI Have? ................................................................. 9

C. Sources Of EMI.................................................................................. 9

D. Distance From The Source................................................................... 10

E. Immunity Level ................................................................................. 10

F. Report All Suspected EMI Incident ....................................................... 11

VI. GENERAL WARNINGS............................................................................. 12

A. Notice To Rider.................................................................................. 12

B. Notice To Attendants.......................................................................... 12

C. Weight Limit .................................................................................... 13

D. Controller Settings............................................................................. 13

E. EMI ................................................................................................ 13

F. Safety Check-List ............................................................................... 13

G. Changes & Adjustments ...................................................................... 13

H. When Seated In A Parked Wheelchair.................................................... 14

I. Environmental Conditions ................................................................... 14

J. Terrain ............................................................................................. 15

K. Street Use ........................................................................................ 15

L. Motor Vehicle Safety .......................................................................... 15

M. Center Of Balance.............................................................................. 15

N. Transfers .......................................................................................... 16

O. Reaching Or Leaning .......................................................................... 17

P. Dressing Or Changing Clothes .............................................................. 17

Q. Obstacles ......................................................................................... 18

R. Driving In Reverse ............................................................................. 18

S. Ramps, Slopes & Sidehills ................................................................... 18

T. To Reduce The Risk Of A Fall, Tip-Over Or Loss Of Control ........................ 19

U. Ramps At Home & At Work.................................................................. 20

V. Wheelchair Lifts ................................................................................ 20

W. Curbs & Single Steps.......................................................................... 21

X. Stairs............................................................................................... 21

Y. Escalators......................................................................................... 21

VII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS ..................................................... 22

A. Anti-Tip Levers.................................................................................. 22

B. Armrests .......................................................................................... 22

C. Batteries .......................................................................................... 22

D. Cushions & Sling Seats ....................................................................... 22

E. Fasteners.......................................................................................... 22

F. Footrests .......................................................................................... 23

Motor Locks...................................................................................... 23

H. On/Off Switch................................................................................... 23

I. Pneumatic Tires................................................................................. 23

J. Positioning Belts (Optional)................................................................ 24

K. Push Handles .................................................................................... 24

Rear Wh

eel Locks (Opti

onal)................................................................ 24

M. Seating Systems ................................................................................ 25

N. Upholstery Fabric............................................................................... 25

VIII. TIPS FOR ATTENDANTS........................................................................... 26

A. To Climb A Curb Or Single Step............................................................ 26

B. To Descend A Curb Or Single Step ........................................................ 26

IX. SET-UP, ADJUSTMENT & USE................................................................... 27

A. Swing-Away Footrest.......................................................................... 28

B. 90º Footboard................................................................................... 29

C. Articulating Legrest (Optional) ............................................................ 29

D. Elevating Legrest (Optional)................................................................ 30

E. Remote Joystick Installation (Optional) ................................................ 30

F. To Adjust the Height of the Remote Joystick ......................................... 30

G. Remote Joystick Swing-Away Retractable Mount (Optional)...................... 31

H. Solid Back And Seat Insert.................................................................. 31

I. Wheel Locks...................................................................................... 31

J. Height-Adjustable Armrest (Optional)................................................... 32

K. Adjustable Locking Flip-up Armrest (Optional) ....................................... 32

L. Seat Depth ....................................................................................... 33

M. Tilt-In-Space Mechanism .................................................................... 33

N. Nontilt............................................................................................. 33

O. Strut Tubes....................................................................................... 34

P. Check-Out......................................................................................... 34

X. OPERATING GUIDE ................................................................................ 35

A. Performance Control Settings............................................................... 35

B. QTRONIX Programming Pad (Optional)................................................... 35

C. Thermal Roll Back.............................................................................. 36

D. Circuit Breakers................................................................................. 36

E. Joystick Assembly.............................................................................. 36

F. Motor Locks ...................................................................................... 38

XI. BATTERIES............................................................................................ 39

A. Introduction ..................................................................................... 39

B. Battery Charger ................................................................................. 39

C. Acid Burns........................................................................................ 40

D. Connecting Batteries in Battery Box(es) ............................................... 41

E. Charging Batteries ............................................................................. 42

F. Disposing of Batteries ........................................................................ 43

XII. MAINTENANCE...................................................................................... 44

A. Notes............................................................................................... 44

B. Cleaning........................................................................................... 44

C. Storage Tips...................................................................................... 44

D. Battery Maintenance.......................................................................... 44

E. Pneumatic Tires................................................................................. 45

F. To Repair or Replace a Tire ................................................................. 46

G. Motor Brushes................................................................................... 47

H. Ordering Parts................................................................................... 47

I. Maintenance Chart ............................................................................. 47

XIII. WIRING DIAGRAM................................................................................. 48

SUNRISE LIMITED WARRANTY

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III. Your Chair & Its Parts

1. Stroller handle

2. Solid back

3. Joystick

4. Swing-away hanger

5. Footplate

6. Swing-away release latch

7. Tilt-in-space mechanism release lever

Quickie Z-500

8. Armrest

9. Strut tube

10. Backrest pivot plate

11. Motors

12. Battery boxes

13. Caster tire

14. Caster housing

15.

12" Drive wh

eels

Weight

65 lbs. with swing-away footrests and

armrests, without batteries

Drive Wheels

12" Mag Tire types: Standard - pneumatic, Option - airless insert

Joystick

Standard - remote (right-hand or left-

hand mount)

Option - Swing-away retractable,

heavy-duty remote or heavy-duty,

swing-away retractable

Batteries

(2 deep cycle batteries required to

operate chair)

Option - group 22 NF lead acid, 22 NF

gel, U1 - lead acid, U1 gel

Footrest

Standard - Swing-away with composite

footplates and heel loops

Option - articulating legrests, elevat-

ing legrests, angle-adjustable footplate, extended, platform flip-up, toe loops, footrest ext. tubes

Casters

Standard - 8" pneumatic Option - 8" airless insert

Armrest

Standard - height-adjustable with

Standard or full length pad

Option - adjustable locking flip-up

Wheel Locks

Standard - push-to-lock Option - pull-to-lock, 6" or 9"

extension handles

Battery Charger

Standard - dual mode (Lester)

Color

Standard - blue, black, red,

midnight purple, pearl pink, forest green, burgundy, yellow, blue green, black opal, toxic green, blue velvet, candy teal, candy purple.

Seat/Frame Dimensions

Seat width: 12" - 14" Option - 15" - 16" Seat depth: 10" - 15"

Back/Seat Options

Standard - Stroller handles, Option - removable extensions Backheight: Standard - 11"/12",

13"/14", 15"/16" Upholstery color Options: Standard - black, Option - blue, red,

ot pink

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 infor-

on on accessori

ati

es and clothing.

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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

ual.

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V. EMI (Electromagnetic Interference)

Heed all warnings to reduce the risk of unintended 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 (EM) interference (I). 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 HAVE?

1. EMI can cause your chair, without warning, to:

•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 broad types:

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

TE– These d

evices can transmit signals while they are on, even if not in use.

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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.

D. DISTANCE FROM THE SOURCE

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 pg. 9) 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 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 configuration tested and found to be immune to at least 20 V/m is: Quickie Z-500 power wheelchair with a right-hand mounted QTRONIX remote joystick system, single-post height-adjustable armrests, 90º hangers, 13” seat width, 15” seat depth and 22NF gel cell batteries.

4. The following specialty input devices have an unknown effect on the immunity level because they have not been tested with the Z-500:

•Breath Control

•Tri-Switch Head Array

•Heavy Duty Switched Joystick

•Treadle Switch

•Ribbon Switch

•Proximity Head Array

o Touch Switch

•Z

•4-Zero Touch Switch

•5-Zero Touch Switch

•Disc Switch

•Proportional Head Control

•Proportional Mini-Joystick/Chin Control

•Buddy Button

•Micro Light

•Star Board

•Wafer Board

•Penta Switch

•Plate Switch

•Soft Switch

•Grasp Switch

•Wobble Switch

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: Customer Service Department at (800) 333-4000.

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VI. General Warnings

C. WEIGHT LIMIT

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 your or others.

A. NOTICE TO RIDER

1. Before using this chair, you should be trained in its safe use by your health care professional.

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 the 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. 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.

B. NOTICE TO ATTENDANTS

Make sure you heed all warnings and follow 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 push handles only. 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.

HELPING THE RIDER OVERCOME AN OBSTACLE:

1. To prevent injury to your back, use good posture and proper body mechanics. When you lift or support the rider or tilt the chair, bend your knees slightly and keep your back as upright and straight as you can.

2. Before each maneuver, 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. Go straight up and straight down a curb or stair. If you turn, or climb or descend at an angle, a fall or tip-over is likely.

4. Remind the rider to

lean back when you tilt the chair backward.

5. Lower the chair slowly. Do not let the chair drop to the pavement or ground. Doing so may damage the chair or injure the rider.

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1. Never exceed a total weight of 150 pounds (68 kilograms) for rider plus items carried.

2. Never use this chair for weight training if the total weight (rider plus additional weights) exceeds 150 pounds.

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 to adjust the controller settings 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.

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 you 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. 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.

CHANGES & ADJUSTMENTS

Never use non-Quickie parts or make a changes to your chair unless authorized by Sunrise

. (Doing so will void the Warranty, and may create a safety hazard).

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VI. General Warnings

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 water-tight 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 battery covers 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.

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 either 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

If your chair is NOT equipped with the Transit Tie-down option: Quickie Z-500 wheelchairs do not meet federal standards for motor vehicle seating.

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 pro-

•

tect 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. If your chair is equipped with the Transit Tie-Down Option: see the Transit Tie-Down owners manual for appropriate warnings, set-up and usage.

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.

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