BREEZY - John Preston Healthcare Group
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1. a QUICKIE Your new Breezy is manufactured in the West Midlands by Sunrise Medical With over 30 years experience we are one of the longest established mobility equipment manufacturers in the UK All our Wheelchairs Powerchairs Scootas and Stairlifts undergo rigorous tests to ensure that they meet our requirements of comfort safety and durability Our success is based on the strong traditions of quality value for money and genuinely caring for our customers We pride ourselves not only on designing and building the most innovative products but also on our commitment to offer an excellent standard of customer service both during and after sale concentrators nebulizers and hoists We also have a vast range of aids to daily living which include the Merlin Bath Lifter bed accessories and walking sticks Should you require any information on our full range of products please call us on 01384 44 66 88 or contact us at Sunrise Medical Limited High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4 5 www sunrisemedical co uk 42 QUICKIE Breezy 21 06 2010 Rev 9 43 Breez CIE 21 06 2010 Rev 9 wawa SUNRISE EE MEDICAL Sunrise Medical Limited High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel 44 0 1384 44 66 88 Fax 44 0 1384 44 66 99 www sunrisemedical co uk2. Fig 19D Turn the set screws in or out until the desired fit is achieved using a 3 32 Allen key Fig 19 D 23 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Breezy QUICKIE Chair features High mount push to lock wheel locks are shown in Fig 20 The wheel lock mounts on a clamping system 1 and is correctly set prior to leaving the factory To apply the wheel lock simply push the operating lever 2 forwards until you feel it go over centre and the grip bar 3 grips the tyre 4 Warning Wheel locks are not brakes they are not designed to slow down the chair when it is moving Wheel locks when properly adjusted prevent the rear wheels from turning when the chair is stationary Should you require any guidance in setting your wheel locks brakes please contact your local authorised Sunrise dealer Operating position and adjustment instructions for the kneebrake wheel lock are shown in Fig 21 Slaken the two screws 1 on the wheel lock clamp and slide the brake to achieve the correct wheel lock gap then retighten The wheel lock gap 2 which is the gap between the nearest point of the wheel lock and the tyre should be 3mm with pneumatic tyres tyres filled with air and 5mm with solid tyres when the wheel lock is in the released position QUICKIE Breez 24 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Chair features _Anti tip tubes Press the rear anti tip release lever 1 on the anti tip tube 2
3. Move forward placing the front castors on the upper level as soon as you are sure that they are past the edge 4 Continue forward until the rear wheels contact the face of the kerb or step Fig 11 Lift and roll the rear wheels to the upper level 21 06 2010 Rev 9 10 100mm 4 MAXIMUM KERB HEIGHT Fig 10 100mm 4 MAXIMUM KERB HEIGHT Fig 11 as Breezy QUICKIE Using your chair Warning Where possible avoid carrying out this manoeuvre to prevent attendant injury Read and follow the warnings for attendants If you fail to heed these warnings a fall or tip over may occur and cause severe injury to the rider and or attendants 1 Always use two or more attendants when moving a chair and rider up or down stairs Fig 12 Make sure that this chair has push handles and that the grips will not rotate or slip off The attendant at the rear needs secure hand holds to bear the weight of the chair and rider 3 Use only non detachable parts of the main frame as hand holds 4 Make sure that the rider is secure in the chair with his or her feet arms and hands N Read and follow the warninos for attendants Follow these steps when helping the rider climb stairs 1 Move the chair and rider backwards up the stairs as QUICKIE Breez 2 The attendant at the rear is in control He or she tilts the chair back to its balance p
4. death if this if this advice is ignored Sidewards facing X Direction of travel Forwards facing NA 4 The wheelchair should be secured by a 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 fittings These restraints generally comprise of 4 individual straps that are attached to each corner of the wheelchair 5 The tie down restraints should be fitted to the main frame of the wheelchair as indicated in the diagram on the following page and not to any attachments accessories e g not around the spokes of wheels brakes or footrests 6 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 7 Alterations or substitutions must not be made to the wheelchair securement points or to structural and frame or components without consulting the manufacturer as Breezy QUICKIE Failure to do so will invalidate the ability of a Sunrise Medical wheelchair to be transported within a vehicle 8 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 and serious risk of injury to the user and other vehicle occupants Fig 20 The upper torso re
5. foam brakes and similar parts Batteries will be covered by the warranty only where they have been charged and maintained fully in accordance with the manufacturer s recommendations 8 Under normal circumstances no responsibility will be accepted where the goods have required repair or replacement as a direct result of a The goods or part not having been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer s recommendations where such exist and using only the specified original equipment parts b The goods or part having been damaged by neglect accident or improper use c The goods or part having been altered from the manufacturer s specifications or repairs having been attempted prior to the designated repairer being notified d Fair wear and tear Please keep a note of your local service agent s address and telephone number in the space provided on the previous page In the event of a breakdown contact them and try to give all relevant details so they can help you quickly The wheelchairs 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 constitute specificatio
6. opens easily Check the crossbrace for wear or bending Check for loose fasteners 7 Armrests flip up height adjustable Check that all fasteners are secure and that all mechanisms work freely 5 Seat sling or back uphostery Check for wear or sagginess in the upholstery 8 Complete inspection safety check and service should be made by an authorised Sunrise Medical supplier or wheelchair agent 21 06 2010 Rev 9 37 Breezy QUICKIE Cleaning guidelines accessories and tools In addition to the maintenance checks on the previous page general cleaning of both the frame and upholstery should be undertaken To maintain its appearance the upholstery should be cleaned regularly Light soiling can be removed by sponging with a mild detergent and warm water wiping in the direction of the texture Rinse off with clean water before allowing to dry DO NOT PUT UPHOLSTERY IN A DRYER Do not use bleach or solvents If dirt is ingrained the surface should be scrubbed with a soft brush The frame should be cleaned regularly with a non abrasive cleaner followed by polishing with a non abrasive automotive wax Anti tip tubes Backpack Caddy Crutch holder Positioning belts Long Velcro style 170cm 67 Short Velcro style 145cm 57 Long buckle 163cm 64 Short buckle 137cm 54 Seat pouch Spoke guard clear Spoke guard black Step tube left Step tube right Tool kit Touch
7. so that both locking pins 3 are drawn into the tube and insert it into the anti tip tube receiver 4 Ensure the two locking pins are located and locked into the receiver mounting holes Fig 22a In some instances it can be wise to rotate the tubes through 180 Fig 22b Hold the release pins 1 in and rotate the tubes through 180 allowing the locking pins 3 to click into position To remove quick release axles Fig 23 press the quick release button 1 on the axle with your thumb whilst holding the wheel through the spokes 2 surrounding the hub 3 With the button pressed and the wheel gripped firmly withdraw the axle and hub together To place the wheel back on the chair press the quick release button 1 on the axle and slide it with the wheel attached into the axle sleeve until it locks Ensure the two locking pins 4 are showing on the inside of the receiver 5 Warning The axle is not secure until the outside quick release button 1 pops out to its fully extended position 25 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Breezy QUICKIE Chair adjustments Swing away footplates To adjust the height of swing away footplates Fig 31 loosen the screw 1 located as shown using a 4mm Allen key and set the footplate height to the required position Tighten the screw to 5 8Nm torque using a 4mm Allen key The anti tip tubes Fig 25 can be changed in height by 1 Removing t
8. your chair page 8 19 Footrests page 20 Legrests page 21 Armrests page 22 23 Wheel locks page 24 Anti tip tubes and quick release axles page 25 Chair adjustments page 26 30 Lap belt instructions page 31 32 Transportation page 33 36 Maintenance schedule page 37 Cleaning guidelines accessories and tools page 38 Technical data page 39 Sunrise Medical page 40 a 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Breezy QUICKIE Introduction Sunrise is dedicated to providing products of exacting quality which conform fully and reliably to the requirements of their intended use This wheelchair is to be used to aid individuals with limited or no personal mobility The Breezy is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use The maximum user weight for this chair is 125kg 275lb Sunrise is accredited to BS EN ISO 9001 which is the internationally recognised standard for quality management systems This approval ensures we provide quality in all areas of our business from development through to final delivery As the manufacturer SUNRISE MEDICAL declares that the lightweight wheelchairs conform to the 93 42 EEC 2007 47 EEC guideline IMPORTANT li DO NOT USE YOUR WHEELCHAIR UNTIL THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD If you have any queries about the use maintenance or safety of your wheelchair please contact your wheelchair prescriber supplier Sunrise Medical will be pleased to answer any other questions that you may have and can provide a list
9. 90 as pictured in Fig 15 To replace the footrest Fig 15 place the swingaway pivot saddle 3 into the receiver 4 on the frame 2 with the footrest facing outward from the frame Rotate the footrest inward until it locks into place on the locking stud 5 QUICKIE Breez 20 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Chair features To install or remove elevating legrests ELR see instructions for swing away footrest assembly on previous pages To raise the ELR lift to the desired position the ELR will automatically lock in place To lower the ELR while seated in the wheelchair press the release lever 1 and lower the legrest to the required position The ELR will automatically lock in place Fig 16 Warning Pressure and leg weight must be off the ELR before positioning While making adjustment either hold leg remove leg from legrest or ask for assistance To fit or remove articulating legrests see instructions for swing away legrests To raise the legrest 2 lift to the desired position where it will automatically lock into place To lower the legrest whilst seated in the chair push the release lever 3 forwards and lower the legrest to the desired position Release the lever the legrest will lock into position Fig 17 21 ay 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Breezy QUICKIE Chair features Flip Back Armrests 1 are shown in Fig 18 To flip the armrest back press the release latch 2 and pull the ar
10. Always lock the rear wheels before you transfer to keep the chair from rolling Locking the rear wheels will not always keep your chair from sliding away from you or tipping Rotate the front castors forward to make the chair more stable If your chair has armrests make sure that they are out of the way and do not interfere as QUICKIE Breez 7 Be careful of the footrests To avoid a trip or fall when you transfer you should make sure that your feet do not hang up or get caught on the footrests r gt avoid putting weight on the footrests as the chair may tip forwards If you can remove or swing the footrest out of the way 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Using your chair Kerbs and single steps Warning If you fail to heed these warnings a fall or tip over may occur and cause severe injury to you or others 1 Never try to climb or descend a kerb or step alone unless you are a Skilled rider and you can safely do a wheelie and you are sure you have the upper body strength needed to do so 2 Unlock and rotate anti tip tubes up out of the way so they do not interfere 100mm 4 MAXIMUM KERB HEIGHT 3 Do not try to climb a kerb or step more than 100mm 4 high ac unless you have help your chair may exceed its balance point and tip over Fig 7 4 When you have an attendant make sure that the chair has push handles The attendant must have secure points to hol
11. BREEZY Owner s Manual SUNRISE MEDICAL QUICKIE Breezy 21 06 2010 Rev 9 How to use this manual We at Sunrise Medical want you to get the best out of your Breezy wheelchair This Owner s Manual will familiarise you with the chair and its features It contains hints on everyday usage and general care in addition to information on the high quality standards which we adhere to and details about the guarantee This manual gives information on all features without stating whether they are optional or standard For this information refer to the order prescription form or your prescriber supplier Your wheelchair will reach you in excellent condition having been personally inspected before leaving our factory By following the guidelines for maintenance and cleaning on pages 32 33 your wheelchair will maintain its first class condition and give you complete satisfaction The Breezy wheelchair can easily be converted to a transit TL wheelchair and vice versa by changing the axle plate axles and rear wheels We recommend that you contact your local wheelchair supplier prescriber to carry out this conversion For ease of use A Warning denotes a risk of personal injury or damage to your chair and gt indicates points which will improve the performance and safety of your chair Issue 6 Breezy Introduction page 1 Guarantee page 2 Features and options page 3 Safety tips page 4 7 Using
12. 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 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 The hanging of additional load back pack or similar items onto your chair backposts can affect the rearward stability of your chair especially when used in combination with recliner backrests This can cause the chair to tip backwards causing injury Danger For thigh amputees you must use anti tip tubes Danger Before setting off check that your tyre pressure is correct For rear wheels it as QUICKIE Breezy 21 06 2010 Rev 9 should be at least 3 5 bar 350 kPa The max pressure is indicated on the tyre 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 If the seat and back sling are damaged you must replace them immediately Danger Be careful with fire in particular with burning cigarettes Seat and back slings can be set alight Danger If the wheelchair is subject to direct sunlight for a long period of time then
13. E Breezy 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Transportation A wheelchair secured in a vehicle will not provide the equivalent level of safety and security of a vehicle seating system It is always recommended that the user transfers to the vehicle seating It is recognised that this 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 should be followed 1 Confirm that the vehicle is suitably equipped to transport a passenger in a wheelchair and ensure the method of access egress is suitable for your wheelchair type The vehicle should have the floor strength to take the combined weight of the user the wheel chair and accessories 2 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 3 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 manufacturers instructions 4 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 Fig19 21 06 2010 Rev 9 33 A Warning There is a risk of serious injury or
14. UICKIE Breez 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Chair adjustments Seat height adjustment To adjust the height of the rear of the seat Fig 29 position the rear axle bracket 1 in the low position 2 When the bracket is in the low position the seat is in its highest position To change the seat height to the low setting remove the two retaining bolts using a 10mm A F spanner and turn the bracket up side down Replace the bolts and retaining nuts and tighten them to 8 10Nm torque setting The castor plate is generally mounted in a forward facing position Fig 30 However if additional footrest clearance is necessary the castor plate can be reversed This will position the castor plate rearward to allow more clearance Manoeuvrabilty increases with reversed castors as the turning radius is smaller To reverse the castor plate the left plate should be mounted on the right side of the frame and the right plate should be mounted on the left side of the frame Warning Castor reversibilty affects the forward balance of the chair 21 06 2010 Rev 9 29 Breezy QUICKIE Chair adjustments The seat sling Fig 31 can be re tensioned through the use of Velcro panels 2 underneath the seat Remove the No 2 Philips screws 1 retaining the left side of the seat sling with a No 2 Philips screwdriver re adjust the Velcro to bring the sling to its correct tension Replace the screws and tighten to 5 8Nm To adj
15. ability On a steep slope anti tip tubes may not prevent a tip over On a steep slope you may not be able to reach the top without stopping If you have to stop turn the chair sideways on to the hill otherwise you may lose control and tip over 4 Always control your speed when going downhill If you go too fast you may not be able to control your Chair Ask for help if the slope may be beyond your ability r gt You can control your speed by keeping constant pressure on the handrims Never use the rear wheel locks to try to slow or stop your wheelchair Doing so is likely to cause you to veer out of control or tip over 21 06 2010 Rev 9 gt 10 MAXIMUM SLOPE Fig 3 10 MAXIMUM SLOPE Fig 4 Z O Breezy QUICKIE Using your chair Warning If you fail to heed these warnings a fall or tip over may occur and cause severe injury to you 17 Transfers require good balance and agility and are very dangerous Be aware that there is a point during each transfer when the wheelchair seat is not below you To avoid a fall you should learn how to position your body and how to support yourself during the transfer r gt work with your doctor nurse or therapist to learn safe transfer methods gt have someone help you until you are sure you can perform safe transfers on your own Wherever possible position your wheelchair as illustrated in Fig 5 and 6
16. 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 Velcro on seats and backrests Tyres tyre pressure and wheel locks Before changing any of the adjustments of this 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 Danger NEVER exceed the maximum load of 125 kg 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 QUICKIE Breezy 21 06 2010 Rev 9 may lead to serious injury of the user and other people Danger 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 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 be
17. ch attendant must know what to do to ensure safety For Attendants 1 Put the rider at ease Tell the rider what you plan to do and explain what you expect the rider to do 2 Work with the rider s doctor nurse or therapist to learn safe methods best suited to your abilities and those of the rider 21 06 2010 Rev 9 3 Always use good posture and proper body mechanics When you lift or support the rider or chair bend your knees slightly and keep your back as upright and straight as you can 4 Unlock and rotate anti tip tubes up out of the way to avoid a trip or fall when operating the chair from the back 5 Always lock the rear wheels and lock anti tip tubes in the down position if you must leave the rider alone even for a moment Doing so will reduce the risk of a tip over or loss of control of the chair Warning The point where this chair will tip forwards backwards or to the side depends on its centre of balance and stability If you fail to heed these warnings a fall or tip over may occur and cause severe injury to you 1 The most important adjustment to your chair is the position of the rear axles The further you move the rear axles forward the better the chair manoeuvres but the more likely it is that your chair will tip over backwards Consult your doctor nurse or therapist to find out what axle position is best for you as Breezy QUICKIE Using your chair Changing the set
18. d the rear of the chair 15 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Breezy QUICKIE Using your chair Read and follow the warnings for attendants To help the rider descend a kerb or single step ina backward direction 1 Check to make sure that push handle grips will not rotate or slip off 2 Always stay behind the wheelchair Fig 8 3 Before you reach the edge of the kerb or step turn the chair around and pull it backwards 4 While looking over your shoulder carefully step back until you are off the kerb or step and standing on the lower level Fig 8 5 Pull the chair towards you until the rear wheels reach the edge of the kerb or step Then allow the rear wheels to slowly roll down onto the lower level Fig 9 6 When the rear wheels are safely on the lower level tilt the chair back to its balance point This will lift the front castors off the kerb or step 7 Keep the balance position and take small steps backwards Turn the chair around and carefully lower the front castors to the ground 100mm 4 MAXIMUM KERB HEIGHT 100mm 4 MAXIMUM KERB HEIGHT Fig 9 EE 16 QUICKIE Breez 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Using your chair Read and follow the warnings for attendants To help the rider mount a kerb or single step in a forward direction 1 Always stay behind the wheelchair 2 Face the kerb and tilt the chair up on the rear wheels so that the front castors clear the kerb or step Fig 10 3
19. ds If you do so you may not be able to catch yourself to prevent a fall if the chair tips Never lean backwards to reach for an object unless your chair has anti tip tubes and they are locked in the down position If you must reach or lean from your wheelchair rotate the front castors to the forward position To do this move your chair past the object then back up alongside it place your chair as close as you can to the object you wish to reach steady yourself by firmly grasping an armrest with one hand This will help you prevent a fall if the chair tips avoid putting pressure on the footrests while reaching This may cause the chair to tip forward do not lock the rear wheels This creates a tipping point and makes a fall or tip over more likely QUICKIE Breezy 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Using your chair Warning Going up or down a slope Fig 3 or riding on the side of a hill Fig 4 will change the centre of balance of your chair If you fail to heed these warnings you may suffer a severe injury from a tip over fall or loss of control 1 Lean or press your body uphill to help correct the change in the centre of balance 2 Avoid turning on a slope or the side of a hill as a tip over is likely Always go as straight up and straight down as you can 3 Be very careful if you must climb a slope greater than 10 1 in 10 Ask for help if the slope may be beyond your
20. els from turning when the chair is stationary Always adjust the wheel locks after making any changes to the rear axle sleeves position so that the grip bar embeds into the tyre approximately 4mm 3 16 when in the locked position 21 06 2010 Rev 9 27 Breezy QUICKIE Chair adjustments _ Castor angle adjustment For optimum performance the castor housing Fig 27 should always be at 90 to the floor perpendicular to the ground This adjustment is made with an eccentric offset attachment bolt mechanism 1 To change the angle place the chair on a flat surface such as a table Remove the bolt nuts 2 using a 10mm A F spanner from the rear side of the castor plate 3 You will note that the castor plate is slotted on the side for adjustment Place a right angled object 4 against the flat surface and the front surface of the castor bearing housing 5 Align the castor stem rotational axis perpendicular to the flat surface Rotate the bolts independently until they fall into position When the alignment is satisfactory re tighten the two retaining bolts Repeat the process for the other castor Torque setting 8 10Nm To adjust the height of the front of the seat Fig 28 use the top axle hole 1 in the castor fork 2 Remove the axle retaining bolt 3 and nut 4 axle and wheel Replace in the top hole and tighten the axle retaining nut to 27Nm torque setting using a 18mm A F spanner EE 28 Q
21. eplacement of parts free of charge on condition that the Customer complies with the following provisions of this warranty 3 Any part repaired or replaced during the warranty period is warranted for the remainder of the duration of that period 4 The arrangements for repairs and service and the designated repairer will be notified to the Customer by the Company and will be confirmed at any time on request 5 ON A DEFECT OCCURRING DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE CUSTOMER MUST NOTIFY THE DESIGNATED REPAIRER IMMEDIATELY GIVING FULL INFORMATION AS TO THE PROBLEM AND NO USE MUST BE MADE OF THE GOODS AND NO ALTERATION OR UNAUTHORISED REPAIRS MADE TO THE GOODS PRIOR TO INSPECTION BY THE DESIGNATED REPAIRER 6 If the Customer is operating the Goods away from the locality of the designated repairer the Customer must contact the Company to obtain the name and address of another repairer authorised by the Company If the Customer is operating the Goods outside the UK the Customer must bear the transport insurance and packaging costs incurred in having the Goods repaired or replaced by an authorised repairer of the Company as QUICKIE Breez 7 Items of a consumable nature will not normally be covered during the 12 month warranty period unless such items have suffered undue wear as a direct result of an original manufacturing defect These items include amongst others lubricants motor brushes upholstery tyres inner tubes pushhandle
22. forehand and swung to the outside as far as possible Always position yourself as close as possible to the place where you wish to sit Danger Only use your wheelchair properly For example avoid travelling against an obstacle without braking step kerb edge or dropping down gaps 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 could tip over Danger Explore the effects of changing the centre of gravity on the behaviour of the wheelchair for example on inclines slopes all gradients or when overcoming obstacles Do this with the secure aid of a helper 21 06 2010 Rev 9 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 Never try to climb and descend a slope diagonally Danger Avoid using an escalator which may lead to serious injury in the event of a fall Danger Do not use the wheelchair on slopes gt 10 The Dynamic safe slope is dependant on the chair configuration t
23. he rear wheel 1 Removing the 10mm A F retaining bolts 2 and nuts on the anti tip receiver 3 repositioning as required using the holes 4 in the rear frame 5 Replace the bolts and nuts and tighten to 8 10Nm torque Replace the rear wheel 1 2 Changing the height of the anti tip wheel assembly 6 by pressing the retaining pins 7 in and sliding the wheel assembly to one of the three positioning holes Ensure the retaining pin is located in the required hole W Guickie Breez 26 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Chair adjustments Wheel locks To adjust loosen the screws 1 on the top of each clamp 2 Using a 5mm Allen key turn one of the screws anticlockwise 1 4 turn Fig 26 Repeat the process with the second of the two screws Loosen the screws until the clamp can slide freely Slide the clamp towards the rear wheel until the grip bar 3 embeds into the tyre 4 approximately 4mm 3 16 when in the locked position Tighten the screws to a torque setting of 15Nm Some adjustments to the wheel lock position can be accomplished without moving the clamp To adjust loosen the two screws as above Slide the mounting bar 5 forward or backwards and rotate it to the correct angle position The grip bar should embed into the tyre approximately 4mm 3 16 when in the locked position Tighten the screws to a torque setting of 15Nm Warning Wheel locks when properly adjusted prevent the rear whe
24. he users abilities and the style of riding As the users abilities and style of riding cannot be pre determined then the max safe slope cannot be determined Therefore this must be determined by the user with the assistance of an attendant to prevent tipping It is strongly recommended that inexperienced users have Ant tips fitted Danger It is possible that potholes or uneven ground could cause this wheelchair to tip over especially when riding uphill or downhill Danger Do not use your wheelchair on muddy or icy ground Do not use your wheelchair where pedestrians are not allowed Danger To avoid hand injuries do not grab in between the spokes or between the rear wheel and wheel lock when driving the wheelchair as Breezy QUICKIE Danger In particular when using lightweight metal handrims fingers will easily become hot when braking from a high speed or on long inclines 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 available then the wheelchair must be tipped and pushed never carried over the steps 2 helpers We recommend that users over 100 kg in weight do not use this stairway manoeuvre 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 m
25. in your balance by small movements of the handrims as Breezy QUICKIE Using your chair Doorways obstacles Warning 1 As much as possible ensure that the floor areas where you use the chair are level and free of obstacles by removing or covering threshold strips between rooms 2 installing a ramp at entry or exit doors If your chair has anti tip tubes make sure you lock them the 3 down position before you go over an obstacle Keep both your hands on the CO handrims If you fail to do so 4 you may lose control of your chair and tip over Do not propel you chair by pushing or pulling on an object Never pull yourself through a doorway by grabbing the doorjambs with one or both hands To help correct the centre of balance of your chair you should lean your upper body forward slightly as you go up over an obstacle press your upper body backward as you go down from a higher to a lower level Warning Reaching leaning affects the centre of balance of your chair if you fail to heed these warnings a fall or tip over may occur and cause severe injury to you 12 Avoid reaching or leaning if you must shift your weight to do so Moving forwards in your seat may cause the chair to tip forward Always keep your lower back in contact with the backrest Ask for help or use a device to extend your reach Never reach with both han
26. ith front and Fig 28 rear wheelchair tie down restraints Positioning of the restraint straps is shown in more detail below Fig 25 Position of the rear wheelchair tie down restraint and the tie down label on the wheelchair The hook karabiner connects directly onto the tie down bracket and not the frame Position of the front wheelchair tie down restraint and the tie down label Fig 27 gice Breezy 36 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Maintenance schedule All Breezy wheelchairs leave the factory inspected and adjusted for immediate use Continuous use will require routine maintenance and adjustments especially if original settings are altered Initial adjustment carried out by your wheelchair prescriber supplier should accommodate your body structure and personal preference The following table gives an indication as to when routine maintenance checks should be made which will help sustain the life and efficiency of your wheelchair Breezy CHECK LIST 1 Tyre pressure 450 kilopascals 4 5 bar 65 psi rear wheels 250 kilopascals 2 5 bar 36 psi Castors 2 Wheel locks Checktorloose fasteners 3 Castor front wheels and footrest hangers Check that the swing away mechanism and castor wheel rotate freely 4 Roll of wheelchair Check that the wheelchair rolls in a straight line with no excess drag or pull 6 Cross brace and folding of the chair Check that the wheelchair
27. izontal A steeper greater angle within the preferred zone is desirable i e closer to but never exceeding 75degrees Fig 21 ay QUICKIE Breezy 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Preferred zone 16 The upper torso restraint belt must fit over the shoulder and across the chest as illustrated Fig 22 and Fig 23 Restraint belts must be adjusted as tightly as possible consistent with user comfort Restraint belt webbing must not be twisted when in use The upper torso restraint belt must fit over the shoulder and across the shoulder as illustrated in Fig 22 and Fig 23 17 Restraints should be mounted to the vehicle B pillar and should not be held away from the body by wheelchair components such as armrest or wheels Incorrect placemant of the Headrest 21 06 2010 Rev 9 35 18 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 See Figs 24 28 19 The tie down symbol Fig 29 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 Transportability positioning of wheelchair tie down restraints on wheelchair Fig 24 Tie Down Label as Breezy QUICKIE Transportation The wheelchair secured w
28. ly adjusted should not allow user to slip down in the seat To fasten buckle Firmly push the male buckle into female buckle acl To release belt Press the exposed sides of the male buckle and push towards the centre whilst gently pulling apart N 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 Advice to Client The lap belt must be checked on a daily basis to ensure it is adjusted correctly and it is free from any obstruction or adverse wear N Failure to make sure that the lap belt is secure and adjusted prior to use could cause serious injury to the user E g too loose a strap may allow the user to slip down in the chair and risk suffocation Maintenance Check lap belt and securing components at regular intervals for any sign of fraying or damage Replace if necessary Clean the lap belt with warm soapy water and allow to dry Note The lap belt should be adjusted to suit the end user as detailed above Sunrise Medical also recommend that the length and fit of the belt is checked on a regular basis to reduce the risk of the end user inadvertently re adjusting the belt to an excessive length ZNIf in doubt about the use and operation of the seat belt then ask your healthcare professional wheelchair dealer carer or attendant for assistance as QUICKI
29. mrest towards the back of the wheelchair Fig 18A Warning Lock armrests by securing release latch mechanism before using the wheelchair Warning Do not lift the chair using the armrests They could unlock and cause serious injury to the user and damage to the chair 22 21 06 2010 Rev 9 as QUICKIE Breez Chair features _Height adjustable armrests To install armrests slide the outer arm post 1 into the receiver 2 The armrest will automatically lock in place Fig 19 To adjust the armrest height rotate the release lever 3 to the second stop Fig 19B Slide the armrest pad 4 up or down to the desired height and return the lever to the locked position Push the arm pad until the upper arm post locks firmly in place To detach the armrest rotate the release lever to the first stop and remove the armrest Fig 19C To replace the armrest slide the armrest back into the receiver and return the release lever to locked position Fig 19 The armrest can be adjusted to remove free play in the receiver and inner arm post Fig 19 To tighten or loosen the fit of the outer post in the receiver first loosen the four 10mm A F bolts 5 two on each side of the receiver With the armrest in the receiver squeeze the receiver to achieve the desired fit then tighten the four bolts To adjust the fit of the inner arm post two set screws 6 are installed in the outer arm post
30. ns Please remember to fill in and post the guarantee registration card enclosed with this manual Sunrise Medical Limited recommend that you do not undertake maintenance tasks other than those explained in this manual Your local approved Sunrise Medical service agent is fully trained by Sunrise Medical to carry out detailed maintenance as and when required Use only genuine Sunrise Medical replacement parts SUNRISE EE MEDICAL Sunrise Medical Limited High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel 01384 44 66 88 Fax 01384 44 66 99 www sunrisemedical co uk 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Features options Flip back armrest Push handle backrest tube Backrest upholstery Aluminium handrim Pneumatic tyre 6 spoke mag wheel Quick release axles 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Wheel lock Crossbrace Castor fork wheel assembly Swing away release lever Flip up footplate Swing away hanger Seat sling as Breezy QUICKIE Safety tips Lightweight wheelchairs are exclusively for a user who is unable to walk or has limited mobility for their own personal use in and outdoor The maximum weight limit includes both the user and any weight of accessories fitted to the wheelchair is marked on the serial number label which is affixed to the crossbar or stabiliser bar below the seat Warranty can only be taken on if the product is used under the specified conditions and for the intended purposes The intended lifetime
31. of approved Sunrise Medical agents on request to SUNRISE MEDICAL LIMITED HIGH STREET WOLLASTON WEST MIDLANDS DY8 4PS ENGLAND Telephone 01384 44 66 88 01384 44 66 99 International Telephone 44 1384 44 66 88 Fax 44 1384 44 66 99 www sunrisemedical co uk 1 as 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Breezy QUICKIE Guarantee Your guarantee The guarantee form is included in the Sunrise Pack which accompanies the chair on delivery Please fill in the relevant details and return to us to register your entitlement The guarantee is for your information THIS IN NO WAY AFFECTS YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS Sunrise Medical guarantees the frame crossbrace and wheelaxles on Breezy wheelchairs against defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of the original purchaser All Breezy wheelchairs parts and components including frame components axle plates castors armrest backrests etc are guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from purchase date Warranty conditions 1 This warranty does not affect the statutory rights of the Customer but if the Customer wishes to have the benefit of the Company s warranty the Customer must comply with the provisions set out below 2 In the event of a defect in the goods supplied becoming apparent within the warranty period which commences from the delivery date the Company either itself or by an authorised dealer repair agent will effect any necessary repair or r
32. of the wheelchair is 5 years Please DO NOT use or fit any 3rd party components to the wheelchair unless they are officially approved by Sunrise Medical 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 e g because of e Paralysis Loss of extremity leg amputation e Extremity defect deformity Joint contractures joint injuries 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 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 or 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
33. oint Fig 12 A second attendant at the front firmly grasps a non detachable part of the front frame and lifts the chair up and over one step at a time 4 The attendants reposition themselves on the next step up and repeat the same procedure for each step When the landing is reached return the chair to its upright position 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Using your chair Read and follow the warnings for attendants Follow these steps when helping the rider descend stairs 1 2 Move the chair and rider forward down the stairs Fig 13 The attendant at the rear is in control He or she tilts the chair to the balance point of the rear wheels and rolls it to the edge of the top step Asecond attendant stands firmly on a lower step and grasps the chair frame Both attendants lower the chair one step ata time by letting the rear wheels roll over the step edge The attendants move to the next step down and repeat the same procedure for each step When the landing is reached return the chair to its upright position 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Chair features Swing away footrests Fig 14 enable easier forward transfers from your chair to be performed To release the footrest push the release latch 1 toward the frame 2 and rotate the footrest outward To remove the footrest from the chair lift vertically from this position Care Point Do not force the footrest hangers past the angle of
34. parts of the wheelchair e g frame legrests brakes and sideguard may become hot gt 41 C Danger Always make sure that the quick release axles on the rear wheels are set properly and lock in If the button on the quick release axle is not pressed in the rear wheel cannot be removed 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 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Note Always be careful with your fingers when working or adjusting the wheelchair 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 constitute specifications as Breezy QUICKIE a your chair a the wheelchair towards you far enough to take the weight off the opposite wheel Fig 1 Push down with the palm of the hand on
35. straint belt should be mounted to the vehicle B pillar failure to do so will increase the risk of serious abdominal injuries to the user Pelvic restraint Upper Torso 9 A head restraint suitable for transportation see label on headrest must be fitted and suitably positioned at all times during transportation 10 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 11 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 12 Wherever possible remove and stow safely away from the wheelchair all auxiliary equipment for example Crutches Loose cushions Tray Tables 13 Articulating elevating leg rest should not be used in the elevated position when the wheelchair and user are being transported and the wheelchair is restrained using Wheelchair Transport and Occupant Restraints 14 Reclining backrests should be returned to an upright position 15 The manual brakes must be firmly applied Occupant Retraints Instruction 15 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 hor
36. the front castors are raised off the ground If done safely it can help you overcome kerbs and other obstacles Warning It is dangerous to do a wheelie as you may fall or tip over backwards and suffer a severe injury Make sure that you heed these warnings 1 Consult your doctor nurse or therapist to find out if you are a good candidate to learn to do a wheelie 2 Do not try to do a wheelie unless you are a highly skilled rider or unless you have help Make sure that anti tip tubes are up out of the way so they do not interfere 4 When learning to do a wheelie make sure that this chair has push handles The attendant needs secure points to hold the rear of the chair to prevent the user from tipping over backwards 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Follow these steps when learning to do a wheelie with help 1 The attendant should be at the rear of the chair and must be able to move with the chair to prevent a tip over 2 The attendant s hands should be beneath the push handles or back brace ready to catch you if you tip too far backwards 3 When the attendant is in position place your hands on the forward area of the handrims 4 Make a quick backward movement of the rear wheels immediately followed by a hard forward thrust This will tilt the chair backwards and lift the castors from the ground Try to find the balance point which is the point where you will not fall backwards or forwards 5 Mainta
37. the seat rail 1 closest to you until the wheelchair has completely opened Allow the chair to return to an upright position on all four wheels Complete the opening procedure by now standing in front of the chair placing the palms of your hands on both seat rails and pressing down making sure the seat rail snaps into the rail saddles 2 Warning Do not place your fingers between the seat sling and frame rail during this operation Flip up the footplates Fig 2 toa vertical position before folding the wheelchair Standing to one side of the chair reach down and grasp the seat sling at both the front and the back between your hands Lift sharply to disengage the seat sling rails from their frame saddles Once disengaged continue with an upward lift until the wheelchair is completely folded as QUICKIE Breezy 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Using your chair Contact with water snow or ice may affect the performance of your wheelchair 1 Never use your wheelchair in a pool or other body of water If your chair becomes wet or if you use water to clean it dry the chair thoroughly as soon as you NO Can Warning If you fail to heed the following warnings a fall or tip over may occur and cause severe injury to you or to your attendant For the Rider You should make sure that persons who assist you read and follow all warnings and instructions that apply to that use Before using this chair ea
38. up of this chair increases the risk of a fall or tip over Be very careful if you make a change to any of the following The position of the rear axles the distance between the rear wheels or the amount of rear wheel camber The distance between the centre of the front castors and rear wheels and the angle of the castors To avoid a fall or tip over you should Have someone help you until you know the balance points of your chair and how to avoid a tip over Use anti tip tubes until you are sure you are not at risk of tipping over The centre of balance and stability of your chair are also affected by A shift in your body position posture or weight distribution Riding your chair on a sloped surface Fitted seating systems N ce A Refer to the sections that follow to learn how you can reduce the risk of a fall or tip over by proper use of this chair A Warning Your weight may shift if you dress or change clothes while seated in this chair This may cause a fall or tip over and severe injury to you To help prevent this you should 1 Rotate the front castors to the forward position 2 Lock anti tip tubes in the down position if your chair has anti tip tubes 3 Back your chair up against a wall and lock both rear wheels as QUICKIE Breezy 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Using your chair A wheelie is performed by balancing on the rear wheels of your chair while
39. up paints Tray table JAY Seating and positioning systems are available Contact Customer Services for individual requirements To maintain the wheelchair you will need the following tools An adjustable spanner 2 3 4 5 6 and 7mm Allen keys 3 32 Allen key A spoke key 10 13 17 and 19mm A F spanners Phillips No 2 screwdriver as QUICKIE Breezy 21 06 2010 Rev 9 emm _ Folded width rear wheels removed 34mm Folded height rear wheels removed 68mm Totalmass 2 0 Mass ofheaviestpat Static stability downhill brakes locked 165722 Static stability uphill brakes locked 12 Seatplaneange 69 Effective seatdeth mm _ Effective seat width Seat surface height at front edge Backrest ange f C Backrestheigt _ Leg to seat surface angle fe P Front location of armrest structure 360mm Randrim diameter 5mm _ o Horizontal location ofaxe 2mm j Folded height rear wheels removed 92mm o O fk SS 24 59 min 25 5 max 49 min 15 max 18 59 min 20 5 max Effective seatdepih mm Effective seatwidih 88mm Seat surface height at frontedge smm o Jj Backrest angle 55 j Front location of armrest structure _455mm x dOmm 2m__ j Horizontal location of axle Minimum turning radius
40. ust 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 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 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 We recommend that novice users use anti tip tubes
41. ust the height of stroller handles Fig 32 loosen the two locking knobs 1 move the handles 2 to the desired height and tighten the knobs EE 30 QUICKIE Breezy 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Lap belt instructions N Before using your wheelchair ensure the seat belt is worn and correctly adjusted before use The lap belt is fitted to the wheelchair as shown in the illustrations The lap belt is fitted to the rear frame with the tri glide supplied The belt should then be run around the backrest post and backrest bracket ZA It is important that the belt is routed around the back of the wheelchair The buckle end can be fed between the side guard and the back post Adjust the belt position so that the buckles are in the centre of the seat 21 06 2010 Rev 9 Adjust the lap belt to suit the user s needs as follows To increase the belt length Feed the belt through slide adjusters and male buckle to provide more belt length To reduce the belt length Feed the belt back through male buckle and slide adjusters R Ensure the belt is not looped at the male buckle as Breezy QUICKIE Lap belt instructions When fastened check space between the lap belt and the user when correctly adjusted it should be possible to insert the flat of the hand between the lap belt and the user Generally the Lap Belt should be fixed so that the straps sit at an angle of approximately 45 and when correct
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