BasiX RubiX /RubiX Komfort RubiX XL /RubiX XL Komfort
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1. Extremity defect deformity Joint contractures joint injuries e Illnesses such as heart and circulation deficiencies disturbance of equilibrium or cachexia as well as for elderly people who still have strength in the upper body When considering provision please also note the body size weight physical and psychological constitution the age of the person living conditions and environment BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 2 ENGLISH I zb l O Z Lu General safety notes and driving restrictions The engineering and construction of this wheelchair has been designed to provide maximum safety International safety standards currently in force have either been fulfilled Exceeded in parts Nevertheless users may put themselves at risk by improperly using their wheelchairs For your own safety the following rules must be strictly observed Unprofessional or erroneous changes or adjustments increase the risk of accident As a wheelchair user you are also part of the daily traffic on streets and pavements just like anyone else We would like to remind you that you are therefore also subject to any and all traffic laws Be careful during your first ride in this wheelchair Get to know your wheelchair Before each use the following should be checked Quick release axles on the rear wheels e Velcro on seats and backrests Tyres tyre pressure and wheel locks Before changing any of the adjustments of th2. Directions for use Kayttoohjeet Gebrauchsanweisung Pokyny k pou iti Notice d utilisation Instrukcja u ytkowania Gebruikershandleiding Manual de usuario Instru es para Utiliza o Manuale per l uso Brukerveiledning Anv ndarinstruktion Brugervejledning INNOVATE BUILD FOR THE FUTURE Foreword Dear Customer We are very happy that you have decided in favour of a high quality SUNRISE MEDICAL product This user s manual will provide numerous tips and ideas so that your new wheelchair can become a trustworthy and reliable partner in your life Maintaining close ties to our customers means a lot to us at Sunrise Medical therefore we like to keep you up to date about new and current developments at our company Close customer ties also mean fast service when you need replacement parts or accessories or just have a question about your wheelchair and with as little red tape as possible We want you to be satisfied with our products and service Sunrise Medical has been consistently working at continuously developing its products for this reason changes can occur in our palette of products with regard to form technology and equipment Consequently no claims can be construed from the data or pictures contained in this user s manual The management system of SUNRISE MEDICAL is certified to ISO 9001 ISO 13485 and ISO 14001 As the manufacturer SUNRISE MEDICAL declares that the lightweight wheelchairs conform
3. Check tyre pressure Check to see if rear wheels are adjusted differently Disposal recycling of materials AN If the wheelchair has been supplied to you free of charge it may not belong to you If it is no longer required follow any instructions given by the organisation issuing the wheel chair in order that it may be returned to them The following information describes the materials used in the wheelchair in relation to the disposal or re cycling of the wheelchair and its packaging Specific waste disposal or recycling regulations may be in force locally and these should be taken into consideration when disposal arrangements are made This may include the cleaning or de contamination of the wheelchair before disposal Aluminium Castor forks wheels side frames armrests frame leg rests push handles Steel Fasteners QR axle Plastic Handgrips tube plugs castor wheels footplates armpads and 12 wheel tyre Packaging Low density polythene bag cardboard box Upholstery Woven polyester with PVC coatings and expanded combustion modified foam Disposal or recycling should be done through a licensed agent or authorised place of disposal Alternatively your wheelchair may be returned to your dealer for disposal LX S X Ri BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 14 Technical Data Overall width Maximum load With standard wheels including handrims close mount Basix RubiX up to a load of 125 kg Basix SW 19 cm
4. 490 mm diameter Horizontal 35mm 35 mm location of axle 22 12 Minimum 800 mm 850 mm tunring radius 227 12 The wheelchair conforms to the following standards a Requirements and test methods for static impact and fatigue strengths ISO 7176 8 Yes b Power and control system for electric wheelchairs requirements and test methods ISO 7176 14 N A Climatic test in accordance with ISO 7176 9 N A Requirements for resistance to ignition in accordance with ISO 7176 16 EN 1021 1 2 Yes 530 mm Energy consumption Dynamic stability uphill Obstacle climbing Maximum speed forward N A N A N A N A N A N Minimum braking distance from max speed Q 1 5 BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 0806 1 ST 000690646 EMS i il id c Loc Geff LEOOOOO 45 Nm Ee Pa Ir vw Z ju g WW d b SH H UU 1 L OOOO 4M OOOOO BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 236 0806 1 ST 000690646 EMS Sunrise Medical GmbH amp Co KG Kahlbachring 2 4 69254 Malsch Heidelberg Germany Tel 49 0 7253 980 0 Fax 49 0 7253 980 111 www sunrisemedical com Sunrise Medical Limited High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel 44 0 1384446688 www sunrisemedical com Sunrise Medical S L Pol gono Bakiola 41 48498 Arrankudiaga Vizcaya Espa a Tel 34 0 902142434 Fax 34 0 946
5. may cause lever to break To fold the backrest stand behind the wheelchair press the two small levers Fig 27 28 positioned on each side of the backrest just above the armrests Fold the backrest down Adjustable back sling The adjustable back sling can be adjusted for tension by using several straps Fig 29 CAUTION Do not pull the tension belt too tight otherwise this could interfere with the folding mechanism of the chair Comfort back The comfort back permits comfortable long seating with lateral support The complete can be removed by lifting up and pushing forward The cushion is fixed by velcro and can be removed as well The cover is washable Fig 29a Trunk support The trunk support can be adjusted in angle depth and height It can be swing away by lifting it upwards Depth adjustment Remove the 2 screws and fit the trunk support in the new position Finally tighten screws again e Angle adjustment Open screw set the trunk support into the wished Angle and tighten the screw again Fig 29b Height adjustment Remove the fixing screws of the bracket and move the bracket into the wished position Finally tighten the screws again Options sideguard Standard sideguard flip up removable with short or long armrests The sideguard with rounded off front edges will allow you to get up close to a table To flip the armrest up push the lever 1 so that the sideguard is re
6. of the rear wheels check the wheel lock gap and re adjust if necessary Brake lever extension The extension for the brake lever can be removed or folded down The longer lever helps to minimise the effort needed to set the wheel locks Fig 9 CAUTION Mounting the wheel lock too close towards the wheel will result in a higher effort to operate This might cause the brake lever extension to break Leaning onto the brake lever extension while transferring will cause the lever to break Splashing water from tyres might cause the wheel lock to malfunction Drum brakes Drum brakes permit safe and convenient braking for an attendant They can also be set with the aid of a locking lever 1 to prevent rolling The lever must snap audibly into place Drum brakes are not influenced by air pressure inside the tyres Your wheelchair cannot be moved when the drum brakes are set Fig 10 CAUTION Drum brakes must only be adjusted by authorised dealers BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 8 Ss o EF O Z TT gu o SW O Z TT One hand operation Your wheelchair is equipped with two sets of wheel locks that can be operated from either the left or the right side They are applied directly against the tyres To engage push the brake lever forward against the stops Fig 11 To release the locks pull the lever back to its original position Braking power will decrease with Worn tyre tread Tyre pressure t
7. pull it inwards set the desired angle and then push it on After making the adjustment re tighten the screw Make sure that after any adjustment work all screws are tightened correctly see the page on torque Ensure that you maintain the minimum gap to the floor 2 5 cm Fig 14 9 BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 Footrests and latch The legrests can be swung inwards under the seat sling or outwards When fitting the legrests the footrests must be pointing inwards or outwards Then rotate the legrest inwards until it locks into place To remove pull the lever 1 swing the footplate inwards or outwards and then lift the legrest out Make sure that the legrest is locked into place correctly Fig 15 CAUTION The legrests must not be used to lift or to carry the wheelchair CAUTION When getting on or off the wheelchair do not use the footboards These should be flipped up beforehand and be swung to the outside as far as possible Flip up footrest To elevate Take the load off the footrest and release the hand wheel 1 Pull the footrest upwards and adjust to the desired height Secure the desired height by tightening the hand wheel To lower Take the load off the footrest by lifting the lower leg and release the interlock with the hand wheel 1 Fig 16 In this way you can swing the footrest downwards As soon as you have reached the desired position secure the interlock with the hand
8. to an excessive length Options Seat Standard seat sling The sling is equipped with a Velcro fastener on one side this permits stepless adjustment of the sling To adjust the sling fold the chair up Then pull the front cover caps forwards out of the frame The sling can be pulled off the frame Undo the Velcro fastener and adjust the sling Reverse this procedure to refit the sling Fig 39 CAUTION For proper safety at least 50 of the Velcro surfaces must be in contact with each other at all times CAUTION The sling must not be pulled too tight as otherwise this could interfere with the folding mechanism of the chair Comfort seat The comfort seat permits comfortable long seating due to the wooden base and the anatomically shaped cushion BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 1 2 gu o SW O Z TT Options Seat depth growth Seat depth growth You can easily alter the seat depth by using the Velcro fastener on the seat sling Separate sling 1 from sling set the desiredposition and then push both slings back together one on top of each other Fig 40 Options Seat depth Seat depth By removing the clips 1 the cross brace unit 2 can be pushed along the frame which then alters the seat depth depending on the position of the back tubes Make sure that the clips 1 snap into the frame holes provided To keep the frame as compact as possible the seat depth can also be a
9. to the 93 42 EWG guideline In addition they fulfil the performance requirements for the Crash Test to ISO 7176 19 Please contact your local authorised SUNRISE MEDICAL dealer if you have any questions regarding the use maintenance or safety of your wheelchair In case there is no authorised dealer in your area or you have any questions contact Sunrise Medical either in writing or by telephone contact addresses can be found on the back page Sunrise Medical Limited High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel 44 0 1384446688 www sunrisemedical com Please keep a note of your local service agent s address and telephone number in the space below In the event of a breakdown contact them and try to give all relevant details so they can help you quickly IMPORTANT DO NOT USE YOUR WHEELCHAIR UNTIL THIS MANU AL HAS BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD Symbol legend Danger Warning messages regarding possible risks of accident or injury Note Information for operating the product Caution Warning messages regarding possible technical damages 0707 1 ST 000690646 EMS Table of contents Foreword about wheelchairs General safety notes and driving restrictions 3 4 agr o EN ven cats EE RE Ek Ae 4 THANSOOMGDIINY s x dte dodi Rr E pol ooh ee rie Sore bee RA 5 6 Wheelchair components 1 Handling Folding and Kittel ale e SE 8 Options EECHER E cT 8 tii EE 8 Seier e DTI 9 dio
10. wheel You can set the lower leg length by releasing the screws 2 this is infinitely adjustable Fig 17 CAUTION Keep hands clear of the adjustment mechanism between the frame and the movable parts of the footrest while elevating or lowering the footrest CAUTION The footrests should not be used to lift or to carry the wheelchair CAUTION Risk of trapping fingers When moving the footrest up or down do not put your fingers in the adjusting mechanism between the moving parts of the footrest Amputee support The amputee support can be adjusted in every direction as required Fig 18 0806 1 ST 000690646 EMS Options Castors Castors castor plates forks The wheelchair may veer slightly to the right or left or the castors may wobble This may be caused by the following Forward and or reverse wheel motion has not been set properly he castor angle has not been set correctly Castor and or rear wheel air pressure is incorrect the wheels do not turn smoothly The wheelchair will not move in a straight line if the castors have not been properly adjusted Castors should always be adjusted by an authorised dealer The castor plates must be re adjusted and the wheel locks must be checked every time the rear wheel position has been altered Options Castor adapter Seat height and seat angle adjustments The seat height and seat angle are determined by the castor and rear wheel posi
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12. ER 10 Castor adapter Eeer 66045 ENCR Ster E RNC EE 10 Backrests een 10 Hemiplegic ie nl 11 vl rr 11 Anti tip tubes rc m 11 Lap EE 12 cec MT PL PPPTIP 12 Seal depil asses xvni E ESWAEXGORIXG S EG EE EU E as 12 13 Push handles 2 5 5 acean doct economie am n io ee a ne E e at 13 ene Be e 2 2 2 0 620s be Ho ce Soe ee bie ee Ge ee ees 13 Therapy able oe eet ne ao ORE eS ewok es epe 13 Stabilising et D ebe we hoe beet a H E ee 19 uci EEN 13 Transit wheels AMPLE 13 One hand operation perve PIC U ET Eeer 13 Tyres and mounting 2 25 24244 3 dut a 9068 54044 30m e 14 Trouble shooting EE 14 Maintenance and care 14 Technical data Bete eee dienes weeded 15 17 Nese eg ee E eg reegt eta peek rave fee 18 Kes 2 4 Corus oe E ea Syed Cont eue ws Het eons ewe we he E ue 18 Assembly instruction 00 0000 cece eee 235 236 Lightweight wheelchairs are exclusively for a user who is unable to walk or has limited mobility for their own personal use Warranty can only be taken on if the product is used under the specified conditions and for the intended purposes The intended lifetime of the wheelchair is 5 years Please DO NOT use or fit any 3rd party components to the wheelchair Area of application The variety of fitting variants as well as the modular design mean that it can be used by those who cannot walk or have limited mobility because of Paralysis Loss of extremity leg amputation
13. Reinforced version Rubix XL up to a load of 160 kg RubiX SW 19 cm With drum brake wheels including handrims close mounted Weight in kg BasiX SW 21 cm Transportation without footrest wheels sideguard 8 4 kg RubiX SW 21 cm Transportation RubiX XL Folded dimensions without footrest wheels sideguard 11 4 kg l Hid standard Wheels Footrest unit 0 8 kg asiX 30 cm St T S andard sideguard unit 0 8 kg RUDIA SEN 24 rear wheels solid pair 3 8k Without standard wheels idis Basix 24 cm Rubix 24 cm Weight in kg Maximum occupant mass test dummy mass 125 kg Standard reference Overall length 770 mm 1060 mm with legrest 127 24 Overall width 470 mm 790 mm Folded length 770 mm 1060 mm Standard reference Seat plane angle Effective seat 410 mm depth Effective seat 380 mm width Seat surface 480 mm I zb l O Z Lu 600 mm 375 mm 505 mm height at front edge Backrest angle 74 Backrest height 410 mm Footrest to seat 350 mm distance Leg to seat 118 surface angle Armrest to seat 220 mm distance Folded width 300mm Folded height 900 mm 49kg 739 Mass of the 2 0 kg rear heaviest part wheel 24 Static stability 10 downhill Static stability 0 80 460 mm 500 mm 118 10 10 240 mm uphill Static stability 10 1 sideways N N A A A A Front location 280 mm 340 mm of armrest structure Hand rim
14. a daily basis to ensure it is free from any obstruction or adverse wear Always make sure that the lap belt is correctly secured and adjsuted prior to use Too loose a strap could cause the user to slip down and risk suffocation or cause serious inju ry The lap belt is fitted to the wheelchair as shown in the illustrations The seat belt comprises 2 halves They are fitted using the existing seat stay retaining bolt fitted through the eyelet on the belt The belt is routed under the rear of the side panel Fig 35 Adjust the belt position so buckles are in the centre of the seat Fig 36 Adjust lap belt to suit the user s needs as follows To reduce the belt lenght To increase the belt length Feed free belt Feed free belt back through slide adjust through male buckle ers and male buckle and slide adjusters to provide more belt length Ensure belt is not looped at male buckle When fastened check space between the lap belt and user when correctly adjusted it should not be possible to insert more than the flat of the hand between the lap belt and the user Fig 37 0806 1 ST 000690646 EMS The lap belt should be fixed so that the belt sits at an angle of 45 degrees across the users pelvis The user should be upright and be as far back as possible in the seat when correctly adjusted The lap belt should not allow the user to slip down in the seat Fig 38 To release belt Press e
15. air is then unfolded Now snap the seat tubing into position in the seat saddle This can be facilitated by slightly tipping your wheelchair as this means that the weight is taken off one of the rear wheels Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cross tube assembly Refit the seat and the back seat shell Fig 2 CAUTION Make sure that the back seat shell is clicked in place correctly Quick release axles on rear wheel The rear wheels are equipped with quick release axles The wheels can thus be fitted or removed without using tools To remove a wheel simply depress the quick release button on the axle 1 and pull the wheel off the axle Fig 3 CAUTION Hold the quick release button on the axle depressed when inserting the axle into the frame to mount the rear wheels Release the button to lock the wheel in place The quick release button should snap back to its original position Getting into your wheelchair independently Fig 4 e The wheelchair should be pushed up against a wall or solid piece of furniture e The brakes should be on e The footplates should be hinged up e The user can then lower himself into the chair The footplates should then be pushed down and the feet rested on them in front of the heel loops Getting out of your wheelchair independently Fig 5 he brakes should be on The hinged footplates should be hinged up e With one hand on each armrest the person should bend
16. at it is not always practical for the user to be transferred and in these circumstances where the user must be transported whilst in the wheelchair the following advice must be followed T Warnings The occupied wheelchair must be located in a forward facing position and secured by the wheelchair tie down and occupant restraint straps WTORS tie downs meeting the requirements of ISO 10542 or SAE J2249 in accordance with the WTORS manufacturer s instructions Refer to the section Tie down Instructions for further information on transporting your wheelchair The wheelchair s use in other positions within a vehicle has not been tested e g transportation in a side facing position must not be carried out under any circumstances belt A head restraint suitable for transportation see label of headrest must be fitted and suitably positioned at all times during transportation I l O Z Lu Postural supports lap straps lap belts should not be used or relied on for occupant restraint in a moving vehicle unless they are labelled as meeting the requirements specified in ISO 7176 19 2001 or SAE J2249 Direction of travel The manual brakes must be firmly applied Occupant Restraint Instructions The pelvic restraint belt must be worn low across the front of the pelvis so that the angle of the pelvic belt is within the preferred zone of 30 to 75 degrees to the horizontal A steeper greater angle within the p
17. cle tyre All of the joints that are critical to using your wheelchair safely are self locking nuts Please check every three months to make sure that all bolts are secure see the section on torque Safety nuts should only be used once and should be replaced after use Please use only mild household cleansers when your wheelchair is dirty Use only soap and water when cleaning the seat upholstery and lap belt e f your wheelchair should ever get wet please dry it after use e A small amount of sewing machine oil should be applied to quick release axles approximately every 8 weeks Depending on the frequency and type of use we recommend taking your wheelchair to your authorised dealer every 6 months to have it inspected by trained personnel CAUTION Sand and sea water or salt in the winter can damage the bearings of the front and rear wheels Clean the wheelchair thoroughly after exposure The following parts can be removed and sent to the manufacturer dealer for repair Rear wheels Armrest e Hanger e Anti tips These components are available as spares More details can be found in the parts manual Hygiene when being reused When the chair is to be reused it should be prepared carefully and wiped and treated with spray disinfectant on all surfaces which could come into contact with the user In doing this you must use a liquid for alcoholic quick disinfection for medical products and medical inventory w
18. constitute specifications Guarantee THIS INNO WAY AFFECTS YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS Warranty conditions 1 The repair or replacement will be carried out by an authorised Sunrise Medical dealer service agent 2 To apply the warranty conditions should your product require attention under these arrangements notify the designated Sunrise Medical service agent immediately giving full information about the nature of the difficulty Should you be operating the product away from the locality of the designated Sunrise Medical service agentwork under the Warranty Conditions will be carried out by any other service agent designated by the manufacturer 3 Should any part of the wheelchair require repair or replacement as a result of a specific manufacturing or material defect within 24 months 5 years on frame and cross brace from the date on which the possession of the product was transferred to the original purchaser and subject to it remaining within that ownership the part or parts will be repaired or replaced completely free of charge if returned to the authorised service agent Note This guarantee is not transferable ENGLISH 4 Any repaired or replaced part will benefit from these arrangements for the balance of the warranty period applicable to the wheelchair 5 Parts replaced after the original warranty has expired are covered for a further 24 months 6 Items of a consumable nature will not generally be covered du
19. d tip over Danger If the seat and back sling are damaged you must replace them immediately Danger Be careful with fire in particular with burning cigaretts Seat and back slings can be set alight Danger To avoid injuries to the hand when operating the wheelchair grip between the rear wheel and the knee lever brake Danger If and whenever possible during a journey in a specially fitted vehicle for disabled people vehicle occupants should use the seats in the vehicle and the appropriate restraint system This is the only way to ensure that occupants will have the maximum protection if there is an accident When using safety elements offered by SUNRISE MEDICAL and using a specially designed safety system lightweight wheelchairs can be used as a seat when being transported in a specially fitted vehicle See the Chapter on Transportation Danger Always make sure that the quick release axles on the rear wheels are set properly If the button on the quick release axle is not pressed in the rear wheel cannot be removed Danger In particular when using lightweight metal handrims fingers will easily become hot when braking from a high speed or on long inclines Danger If the wheelchair is subject to direct sunlight for a long period of time then parts of the wheelchair e g frame legrests brakes and sideguard may become hot gt 41 C Note When using the chair outside always wear leather gloves which wil
20. djusted by using the back tubes 41 46 cm in steps of 2 5 cm To do this remove the screws 1 and 2 on the back tube bracket Remove the wheels and the armrests and check that the cross brace is in the desired position push the cross brace as described above Move the back tubes to the desired position and re tighten all screws Move the receiver tube for the armrests to the desired position Fig 41 Options Push handles Height adjustable push handles These handles are secured with pins to prevent them from sliding out unintentionally By releasing the release lever 1 you can adjust the push handles to a height which suits you After any adjustment to the height of the push handles pull the release lever 1 until it is tight Fig 42 CAUTION If the lever is not secure injuries could result when lifting over obstacles Options Crutch holder Crutch Holder This device permits crutches to be transported directly on a wheelchair It has a Velcro loop to fasten crutches or other aids Fig 43 CAUTION Never try to use or even remove the crutches or other aids while moving Therapy table The tray provides a flat surface for most activities Before using a tray it first has to be adjusted to the width of the seat by an authorised dealer The user must be sitting in the wheelchair during this adjustment Fig 44 1 3 BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 Options Stabilisi
21. eight Afterwards make sure that the lever 1 locks back into position Removing the armrest is carried out in the same way To remove the sideguard completely push the lever 2 When fitting the sideguard the lever 2 must also be pulled Always make sure that the sideguard locks into position correctly in the receiver Fig 32a Options Hemiplegic armrest Hemiplegic armrest The hemiplegic armrest can be adjusted both in length and angle You can adjust the length by pushing the armrest after having loosened the 2 rotary screws To adjust the angle hold the knob pushed down and rotate the armrest to the desired position then release the knob again Fig 33 0806 1 ST 000690646 EMS Options Anti Tip Tubes Anti Tip Tubes Anti tip tubes provide additional safety for inexperienced users when they are still learning how to operate their wheelchair They prevent a wheelchair from tipping over backwards By pushing on the release button the safety wheels can be set upwards or removed There must always be a gap of between 3 cm and 5 cm between the tube and the ground You must swing the safety wheels upwards when going up and down large obstacles such as a kerb to prevent them from touching the ground Then rotate the safety wheels back down to the normal position Fig 34 Options Lap belt A Before using your wheelchair ensure the lap belt is worn The lap belt must be checked on
22. f the wheelchair for example on inclines slopes all gradients or when overcoming obstacles Do this with the secure aid of a helper We recommend that novice users use anti tip tubes Danger It is possible that potholes or uneven ground could cause this wheelchair to tip over especially when riding uphill or downhill Danger Anti tip tubes should prevent the chair tipping over backwards unintentionally Under no circumstances should they take the place of transit wheels and be used to transport a person in a wheelchair with the rear wheels removed Danger With extreme settings e g rear wheels in the most forward position and less than perfect posture the wheelchair may tip over even on a level surface Danger Lean your upper body further forward when going up slopes and steps Danger Lean your upper body further back when going down slopes and steps Danger When reaching for objects which are in front of to the side or behind the wheelchair make sure that you do not lean too far out of the wheelchair as if you change the centre of gravity there is a risk of tipping or rolling over Danger Only use your wheelchair properly For example avoid travelling against an obstacle without braking step kerb edge or dropping down gaps Danger Only attempt stairs with the help of an attendant There is equipment available to help you e g climbing ramps or lifts please use them If there is no such equipment a
23. hat is too low Wet tyres e Improperly adjusted wheel locks The wheel locks have not been designed to be used as brakes for a moving wheelchair The wheel locks should therefore never be used to brake a moving wheelchair Always use the hand rims for braking Make sure that the gap between the tyres and wheel locks complies with given specifications To re adjust loosen the screw and set the appropriate gap Then re tighten the screw see the page on torque Fig 12 CAUTION After each adjustment of the rear wheels check the wheel lock gap and re adjust if necessary Mounting the wheel lock too close towards the wheel will result in a higher effort to operate This might cause the brake lever extension to break Leaning onto the brake lever extension while transferring will cause the lever to break Splashing water from tyres might cause the wheel lock to malfunction Options Footplates Footplates The footplates can be flipped up to make it easier to transfer to from the chair Lower leg length For users with longer legs the leg support can be lowered to the appropriate level by using the screws 1 Loosen the screws push the tubes to the desired position and then re tighten the screws see section on torque There must always be a minimum gap of 2 5 cm between the footplates and the ground Fig 13 Angle adjustable footboard This can be adjusted to alter the angle to the ground Release screw
24. hen you require a quick effect Please pay attention to the manufacturer s instructions of the disin fectant you are using In general a safe disinfectant cannot be guaranteed on seams We therefore recommend that you properly dispose of seat and back slings in the case of microbacterial contamination with active agents according to S 6 infection protection law 0806 1 ST 000690646 EMS Trouble shooting Wheelchair pulls to one side Check tyre pressure Check to make sure wheel turns easily bearings axle Check the castor angle Check to make sure both castors are making proper contact with the ground Castors begin to wobble Check the castor angle Check to make sure all bolts are secure tighten if necessary see the section on torque Check to make sure both castors are making proper contact with the ground Wheelchair Cross tube assembly does not snap into position in the seat saddle Chair is still new i e the seat or backrest upholstery is still very stiff This will improve with time Wheelchair is difficult to fold up e Adjustable backrest upholstery is too stiff Loosen it accordingly Wheelchair squeaks and rattles Check to make sure all bolts are secure tighten if necessary see the section on torque Apply small amount of lubrication to spots where movable parts come in contact with one another ENGLISH Wheelchair begins to wobble Check angle at which castors are set
25. ight line both hand wheels must be operated If the wheelchair is to be folded up remove the pull off bar by pushing it inwards Fig 48 CAUTION To avoid injury always make sure that all connections are firmly in place 0806 1 ST 000690646 EMS Tyres and mounting Tyres and mounting Solid tyres are standard With pneumatic tyres make sure that you maintain the correct tyre pressure as this can have an effect on wheelchair performance If the tyre pressure is too low rolling resistance will increase requiring more effort to move the chair forward Low tyre pressure also has a negative impact on manoeuvrability If the tyre pressure is too high the tyre could burst The correct pressure for a given tyre is printed on the surface of the tyre itself Tyres can be mounted the same way as an ordinary bicycle tyre Before installing a new inner tube you should always make sure that the base of the rim and the interior of the tyre are free of foreign objects Check the pressure after mounting or repairing a tyre It is critical to your safety and to the wheelchair s performance that regulation air pressure be maintained and that tyres be in good condition Maintenance and care Maintenance Check the tyre pressure every 4 weeks Check all tyres for wear and damage Check the brakes approximately every 4 weeks to make sure that they are working properly and are easy to use Change tyres as you would an ordinary bicy
26. ir secured with front and rear wheelchair tie down restraints The attachment points to the chair are the inner front side frame just above the castor and the rear side frame The straps are fitted around the side frames at the intersection of the horizontal and vertical frame tubes ENGLISH The tie down symbol on the wheelchair frame indicates the position of the wheelchair restraint straps The straps are then tensioned after the front straps have been fitted to secure the wheelchair BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 6 Wheelchair Components Wheelchairs Push handles Backrest upholstery Sideguard Seat sling Footrest Castors Footboard Fork Quick release axle 10 Wheel locks 11 Handrim 12 Rear wheel pO MCI I Z al CO Z Lu 7 BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 Folding up First remove the seat cushion and the back seat shell from the wheelchair and flip up the platform footplate or the individual footrests Take hold of the sling or the seat tubes in the middle from the back and pull upwards The wheelchair will then fold up To fold your wheelchair so that it is as small as possible e g to put into a car you can remove the footrests depending on the model For this purpose open the latch from the outside and swing the footrest to the side Then the footrest only has to be drawn out of the receiver tube Fig 1 Unfolding Press down on the seat tube see figure Your wheelch
27. is wheelchair it is important to read the corresponding section of the user s manual It is possible that potholes or uneven ground could cause this wheelchair to tip over especially when riding uphill or downhill When riding over a step or up an incline frontally the body should be leaning forward 3 BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 Danger NEVER exceed the maximum load of 125 kg 160 kg on the reinforced version for driver plus any items carried on the wheelchair If you exceed the maximum load this can lead to damage to the chair or you may fall or tip over lose control and may lead to serious injury of the user and other people Danger To avoid falls and dangerous situations you should first practice using your new wheelchair on level ground with good visibility Danger When getting on or off the wheelchair do not use the footboards These should be flipped up beforehand and swung to the outside as far as possible Danger Depending on the diameter and setting of the castors as well as the centre of gravity setting of the wheelchair the castors may begin to wobble at high speeds This can lead to the castors being blocked and the wheelchair may tip over Therefore please make sure that the castors are adjusted correctly see the Chapter Castors In particular do not travel on an incline without brakes travel at a reduced speed Danger Explore the effects of changing the centre of gravity on the behaviour o
28. l increase your grip and protect the fingers from dirt and overheating Note The effect of the knee lever brake as well as the general driving characteristics are dependant on tyre pressure The wheelchair is significantly lighter and easier to manoeuvre when the rear wheels are pumped up correctly and both wheels have the same pressure Note Make sure that your tyres have sufficient tread Please note that you are subject to any and all traffic laws when driving in public traffic Note When it is dark please wear light clothing or clothing with reflectors so that you can be seen more easily Make sure that the reflectors on the side and back of the wheelchair are clearly visible We would also recommend that you fit an active light Note Do not use the wheelchair on slopes gt 10 Do not use your wheelchair on muddy or icy ground Do not use your wheelchair where pedestrians are not allowed Note Always be careful with your fingers when working or adjusting the wheelchair 0707 1 ST 000690646 EMS The products shown and described in this manual may not be exactly the same in every detail as your own model However all instructions are still entirely relevant irrespective of detail differences The manufacturer reserves the right to alter without notice any weights measurements or other technical data shown in this manual All figures measurements and capacities shown in this manual are approximate and do not
29. leased Fig 30 31 1 1 BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 The height of the armrest 2 can be adjusted by fitting the spacer bracket in various positions To do this release the screws move the spacer bracket and re tighten the screws The length of the armrest can be adjusted by releasing the screws 3 then push the armrest to the desired position and re tighten the screws Fig 31 CAUTION Neither the sideguards nor the armrests are to be used for lifting or carrying the wheelchair CAUTION Take care of your fingers when adjusting the arm pad height Sideguard flip up removable with short or long armrests height adjustable The armrest can be height adjusted as follows Push the lever downwards and move the armrest to the desired height Release the lever and press the armrest downwards until you hear it click into place Always check that the sideguards are correctly in place To flip the armrest up push the lever 1 so that the sideguard is released You can adjust the length of the armrest by releasing the screws 2 push the armrest to the desired position and then re tighten the screws Fig 32 CAUTION Neither the sideguards nor the armrests are to be used for lifting or carrying the wheelchair CAUTION When using a 24 rear wheel the armpad must be moved one level up Height adjustable armrests To adjust the height pull the lever 1 and push the armrest to the desired h
30. lts 1 2 and push the backrest tube to the desired position Tighten up the bolts again Fig 24 Adjustable backrest angle The angle of the backrest can be set to 6 different positions 5 forwards 0 5 10 15 and 20 backwards To adjust the angle remove the screw 1 set the desired angle and then re tighten the screw Fig 25 Adjustable backrest angle 7 30 By pulling both levers together 1 you can release the backrest and then move it to the desired position On releasing the two levers 1 the backrest will automatically lock into place Fig 26 CAUTION The angle adjustable bckrest can only be used in conjunction with the wheelbase extension CAUTION It is recommended that the angle adjustable backrest is used in conjunction with anti tip tubes maximum ground clearance 3 5 cm CAUTION We recommend that the angle adjustable backrest is used in conjunction with a stabilising bar BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 1 0 ENGLISH gu o SW O Z TT Half folding back Unfolding the backrest To put the backrest in the upright position push the handles upwards and forwards until they lock in Keep fingers and other N items away from the folding mechanism when the backrest is being folded to prevent injury or damage to property Folding the backrest The backrest can be folded to make storage of the wheelchair easier Do not operate under load as this
31. ng bar Folding stabilising bar This bar is used to stabilise the backrest To be able to fold the wheelchair the release lever 1 must be pushed inwards and the stabilising bar must be flipped downwards When unfolding the wheelchair please make sure that the stabilising bar is locked into position Fig 45 Options Headrests Headrests The headrest can be raised and moved both forwards and backwards To do this simply loosen the screw adjust the headrest to the desired position and tighten the screw see the section on torque Fig 46 Comfort headrest For adjusting the height open knob and position the headrest in the desired height Finally tighten the knob again Options Transit wheels Transit wheels Transit wheels should be used wherever your wheelchair would be too wide if the rear wheels were used e g in airplanes buses etc After the rear wheels have been removed with the aid of the quick release axles the transit wheels can immediately be used to continue riding The transit wheels are mounted so that they are approx 3 centimeters above the ground when not in use They are thus out of the way when riding transporting or when tipping to pass over obstacles e g kerbs steps etc Fig 47 CAUTION Your wheelchair does not have any wheel locks when the transit wheels are being used Options One hand operation One hand operation To move the wheelchair in a stra
32. referred zone is desirable Wherever possible remove and stow safely away from the i e closer to but never exceeding 75 wheelchair all auxiliary equipment for example Crutches Loose cushions Tray tables Preferred zone Alterations or substitutions must not be made to the wheelchair securement points or to structural and frame or components without consulting the manufacturer Failure to do so will invalidate the ability of the wheelchair to be transported within a vehicle The wheelchair should be inspected by a Sunrise Medical Authorised Dealer before re use following involvement in any type of vehicle impact Both pelvic and upper torso restraint belts must be used to restrain the occupant to reduce the possibility of head and chest impacts with the vehicle components 5 BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 0707 1 ST 000690646 EMS Restraint belts must not be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts such as the armrests or wheels The upper torso restraint belt must fit over the shoulder and across the chest as illustrated Restraint belts must be adjusted as tightly as possible consistent with user comfort Restraint belt webbing must not be twisted when in use The lap and diagonal restraints should be routed through the gap between the seat and backrest Incorrect placement of the headrest Pelvic restraints should make full contact across the front of the body near the junction of the thigh and pel
33. ring the normal warranty period unless such items have clearly suffered undue wear as a direct result of an original manufacturing defect These items include amongst others upholstery tyres inner tubes and similar parts On powered products this will also include batteries motor brushes etc 7 The above warranty conditions apply to all product parts for models purchased at full retail price 8 Under normal circumstances no responsibility will be accepted where the product has required repair or replacement as a direct result of a The product or part not having been maintained or serviced in accordance with the manufacturer s recommendations as stated in the Owner s Manual and or Service Manual Failing to use only the specified original equipment parts b The product or part having been damaged by neglect accident or improper use C The product or part having been altered from the manufacturer s specifications or repairs having been attempted prior to the service agent being notified BasiX RubiX RubiX XL Rev 2 4 Transportability Upper Torso Transportation of your wheelchair within a vehicle restraint belt A wheelchair secured in a vehicle will not provide the equivalent level of safety and security as a vehicle seating system Pelvic Sunrise Medical recommends that the user transfers to the restraint vehicle seating and uses the vehicle installed restraint system wherever possible Sunrise Medical recognises th
34. slightly forward to bring the body weight to the front of the seat and with both feet firmly on the ground one foot well back push up into the upright position When standing do not stand on N the footplates or the wheelchair will tip up It is easier and safer to get into your wheel chair if you turn the footplates up and out of the way or take them off the wheelchair 0806 1 ST 000690646 EMS Options Step Tubes Step Tubes Tipping tubes are used by attendants to tip a wheelchair over an obstacle Simply step on the tube to push a wheelchair for example over a kerb or step Fig 6 Options Brakes Wheel locks Your wheelchair is equipped with two wheel locks They are applied directly against the tyres To engage press both brake levers forward against the stops To release the locks pull the levers back to their original positions Braking power will decrease with Worn tyre tread Tyre pressure that is too low Wettyres e Improperly adjusted wheel locks The wheel locks have not been designed to be used as brakes for a moving wheelchair The wheel locks should therefore never be used to brake a moving wheelchair Always use the hand rims for braking Make sure that the gap between the tyres and wheel locks complies with given specifications To readjust loosen the screw and set the appropriate gap Then re tighten the screw Fig 7 8 CAUTION S After each adjustment
35. tion The seat height can be adjusted by using different sizes of rear wheels and by altering the position of the rear wheels and the castors and by using spacers Fig 19 20 CAUTION After adjusting the seat height seat angle all screws must be re tightened Note You can change the angle of the castor axle by altering the position of the castor rear wheel This should always be approx 90 Adjusting the castor axle angle Release the screws 1 pull the castor adaptor outwards set a 90 angle and then re tighten the screws Fig 21 Note The castor axle angle must be set the same on both sides check by marking Horizontal axle position The axle plate can be adjusted forwards to give greater manoeuvrability or to the rear to give greater stability Fig 22 0806 1 ST 000690646 EMS Position of the axle adaptor Fig 23 The axle adapter can be fitted in front of the back tube for better drive characteristics or behind it for greater security against tipping over The larger the wheelbase the greater security against your wheelchair tipping over To increase the length of the wheelbase turn the axle adaptor 1 to the back CAUTION Wheel locks must be adjusted to match the new position Options Backrest Height adjustable backrest The height of the backrest can be set to 2 or 3 different positions depending on the model 41 cm 43 5 cm and 46 cm Release and remove the bo
36. vailable then the wheelchair must be tipped and pushed over the steps 2 helpers In general any anti tip tubes fitted must be set beforehand so that they cannot touch the steps as otherwise this could lead to a serious tumble Afterwards the anti tip tubes must be set back to their correct position Danger Make sure that the attendant only holds the wheelchair using securely mounted parts e g not on the footrests or the sideguards Danger When using the lifting ramp make sure that the anti tip tubes fitted are positioned outside the danger area Danger Secure your wheelchair on uneven ground or when transferring e g into a car by using the brakes 0707 1 ST 000690646 EMS Danger For thigh amputees you must position the rear wheels towards the back and or use anti tip tubes Danger Before setting off check that your tyre pressure is correct The correct tyre pressure is printed on the edge of the wheel for rear wheels it should be at least 3 5 bar 350 kPa The knee lever brakes will only work if there is sufficient tyre pressure and if the correct setting has been made see the Chapter on Brakes Danger The wheel locks are not intended to brake your wheelchair They are only there to ensure that your wheelchair does not begin rolling unintentionally When you stop on uneven ground you should always use the wheel locks to prevent such rolling Always apply both wheel locks otherwise your wheelchair coul
37. vis Correct placement 1 Confirm that the vehicle is suitably equipped to transport a passenger in a wheelchair and has access that is suitable for your wheelchair type 2 Sunrise Medical Ltd recommends The use of a lower leg restraint placed around the shins and around the front frame just above the castors a That the wheelchair be secured by a 4 part webbing Tie Down Restraint system conforming to ISO 10542 or SAE J2249 with non adjustable front straps and adjustable rear straps which typically use Karabiner clips S hooks and tongue and buckle attachments 0707 1 ST 000690646 EMS b Sufficient space should be available around the wheelchair to enable clear access to attach tighten and release the wheelchair and occupant tie down restraints and safety belts c The tie down restraints should be fitted to the main frame of the wheelchair and not to any attachments or accessories e g not around the spokes of wheels brakes or footrests d The tie down restraints should be attached as close as possible at an angle of 45 degrees and tightened securely in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions e The safety of the user during transportation depends upon the diligence of the person securing the tie down restraints and they should have received appropriate instructions and or training in their use Transportability positioning of wheelchair tie down restraints on wheelchair A self propelling wheelcha
38. xposed sides of male buckle and push towards centre whilst gently pulling apart To fasten buckle Firmly push male buckle into female buckle If in doubt about the use and operation of the lap belt then ask your healthcare professional wheelchair dealer carer or attendant for assistance Do not rely on the lap belt only when the wheelchair and occupant are transported in a vehicle Use the separate occupant lap and diagonal restraints provided in the vehicle See section transportation for more details AN AN ENGLISH Advice to client The lap belt must only be fitted by an approved Sunrise Medical dealer agent The lap belt should only be adjusted by a professional or a Sunrise Medical approved dealer agent The lap belt must be checked on a daily basis to ensure they are adjusted correctly and are free from any obstruction or adverse wear Sunrise Medical does not encourage the transportation of any person in a vehicle using this lap belt as a method of restraint Please see Sunrise Medical transit booklet for further advice on transportation Maintenance Check lap belt and securing components at regular intervals for any sign of frays or damage Replace if necessary NOTE The lap belt should be adjusted to suit the end user as detailed above Sunrise Medical recommend that the length and fit of the belt be checked on a regular basis to reduce the risk of the end user inadvertently re adjusting the belt
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