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1. 19 C JOYSTICK STATIONARY 19 D THERMAL ROLL BACK 20 VRZ JOYS TICK ASSEMBLE 20 F R NE T LED JOTSTICK al u musun 21 G R NET COLOR LCD 22 LEVER we 23 24 A INTRODUC TION www 24 B BATTERY CHARGER 24 C CONNECTING BATTERIES IN BATTERY COMPAR DME T 25 D CHARGING BATTERIES 25 E DISPOSING OF BATTERIES 25 Ak 26 WE 26 PC PIP u rst 26 STORAGE Se 26 D BATTERY MAINTENANCE 26 F PNEUPIATIC IIRSu n eer 26 TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TIRE 27 G ORDERING ul 27 H MAINTENANCE CHARI 27 27 SUNRISE LIMITED WARRANTY 28 118444 Rev C Weight 165 BD SD MPD BC SC HPC complete chair 310 350 375 wlo batteries 220 260 285 Drive Wheels 14 3 Mag Std airless insert Option pneumatic Black pneumatic Joystick Standard VR2 right hand or left hand mount Option VR2 w actuator control SC only Option RNET LED Color Batteries 2 deep cycle batteries required to operate chair Standard Group 24 Option Group 22 Option Gro
2. QUICKIE QM 710 715HD 720 Quickie QM 710 715HD 720 BC SC MPC BD SD MPD Supplier This manual must be given to the user of this wheelchair User Before using this wheelchair read this entire manual and save for future reference Owner s Manual INTRODUCTION SUNRISE LISTENS Thank you for choosing a Quickie wheelchair We want to hear your questions or comments about this manual the safety and reliability of your chair and the service you receive from your Sunrise supplier Please feel free to write or call us at the address and telephone number below Sunrise Medical Customer Service Department 2842 Business Park Ave Fresno CA 93727 800 333 4000 FOR ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS Your authorized supplier knows your wheelchair best and can answer most of your questions about chair safety use and mainte nance For future reference fill in the following Supplier Address Telephone Serial Date Purchased 118444 Rev USER WARNING WARNING Attention wheelchair users do not operate this wheelchair with out first reading the owner s manual If you do not understand the instructions and warnings of this owner s manual please contact your dealer or qualified technician before operating this Quickie wheelchair Failure to do so may result in damage and or injury DEALER TECHNICIAN WARNING A WARNING Attention dealers and qualified technicians do not operate or
3. down and lower legrest to desired position H CENTER MOUNT HANGER ADJUSTMENT 9 ASAP Seating only Removal 9 Remove the four bolts H and slide the footrest out 2 Height Adjustment a Remove the six securing bolts 1 b Move footplate to desired height Re install bolts 1 through desired holes 118444 Rev C 3 Calf Pad Adjustment a Remove the two securing bolts K b Move calf pads to desired height c Re install bolts K through desired holes R NET JOYSTICKS 9 Controls LED Color Display Joystick Omni Input Display The Omni is universal specialty controls interface that accepts signals from many different types of SIDs and translates them into commands compatible with the PG Drives Technology RNET control system Mating Connectors To connect the communication cables Holding the connector housing firmly push the connector into its mate until you can no longer see the yellow plastic The connectors are secured using a friction system To disconnect the communication cables Holding the connector housing firmly pull the connectors apart NOTE not hold or pull on the cable Always grip the connector when connecting and discon necting When the control system is first switched on after a connection or system component change the timer will be displayed while the system checks itself Then the re start icon will be displayed Switch the control
4. Avoid putting weight on the footrests as the chair may tip forward Remove or swing footrests out of the way if possible 3 The footrest should always be in the down position when operating the chair 4 Never lift this chair by the footrests Footrests detach and will not bear the weight of this chair Lift this chair only by non detachable parts of the main frame F MOTOR BRAKES WARNING Do not engage or disengage motor brakes unless power to the chair is off 2 Be aware that the chair will not have brakes when motor brakes are in the free wheel position 3 Make sure that the person pushing the chair has full control when motor brakes are disengaged 4 Make sure that the chair is on level ground when motor brakes are disengaged G ON OFF SWITCH WARNING Never use the ON OFF switch to stop the chair except in an emergency This will result in an abrupt stop and may cause you to fall 2 To slow your chair to a stop return the joystick to neutral H PNEUMATIC TIRES WARNING Proper inflation extends the life of your tires and makes your chair easier to use Do not use this chair if any of the tires are under or over inflated Check weekly for proper inflation level as listed on the tire sidewall 2 Low pressure in a tire may cause the chair to veer to one side and result in a loss of control An over inflated tire may burst 4 Never use a gas station air pump to inflate a tire Su
5. Release all air from tire b Remove four 4 lug nuts A from rim using a socket wrench c Make sure all air has been removed from tire Remove the eight bolts inside the rim Separate two halves of rim B d Repair or replace inner tube Reassemble the wheel Use a torque setting of 20 in lbs 13 5 to re tighten bolts e Inflate tire to proper pressure level listed on tire sidewall G ORDERING PARTS When you order parts provide the following Model of chair Serial number of chair Left hand or right hand control Part number description and quantity of parts you need State reason for replacement Pee su H MAINTENANCE CHART You should check the items on this chart at the indicated intervals any of the items are loose worn bent or distorted immediately have them checked and or repaired by your authorized Sunrise sup plier Frequent maintenance and servicing will improve performance extend wheelchair life and help prevent injuries Annually Charge Batteries Check tires for proper inflation level J Check batteries for proper electrolyte level wet only Check plugs and connectors for proper connections Check all moving parts for wear Inspect all nuts bolts and fasteners 7 for wear Inspect upholstery for wear Service by authorized supplier Trouble shooting FUSES Your Quickie QM 710 715HD 720 has two inline fuse
6. WARNING To prevent an acid spill always keep batteries upright wet cell batteries Sunrise does not recommend wet cell batter ies 2 Never smoke or hold an open flame near batteries 3 Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you han dle batteries Maintenance Schedule This varies for different types of batteries Always follow the instructions supplied with your batteries Q NOTE Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you handle or service batteries 2 Adding Water Wet Cells Only Wet type lead acid batteries need periodic replacement of water due to evaporation Q NOTE Use distilled water only Check the battery fluid level about once a week When you remove the stoppers on top of the battery there should be one eighth to one quarter of an inch of fluid above the inter nal plates Do not overfill 3 Corrosion Check battery terminals often for corrosion a If corrosion is present use a wire brush to clean the termi nals Always wear safety glasses and rubber gloves b Use baking soda to neutralize acid c Use petroleum jelly to re grease the terminals after connect ing cable to battery Completely cover the terminal nut and bolt cable clip and any exposed cable with jelly 4 For Answers To Questions Contact your supplier PNEUMATIC TIRES WARNING I Do not use this chair if any of the tires are under or over inflated 2 Low pres
7. backrest to the desired position c Replace and retighten bolts on each side of the backrest pivot plate 2 Back Angle Adjustment on Seat Frame Remove the front securing bolt A on the side of the backrest hinge plate Loosen the lower rear bolt B Set at desired angle There are five holes in 4 increments to choose from Reinstall the front bolt and tighten both bolts securely a n Height Adjustable Armrest Key Inner Arm Post 2 Receiver 3 Release Lever Locked Position 4 Armrest Pad 5 Transfer Bar 6 Side Panel 7 Tension Adjustment Set Screw 8 Outer Arm Post 9 Receiver Adjustment Bolts 118444 Rev C SEATING SYSTEM SET UP ASAP II SEATING ADJUSTMENT Please refer to the ASAP Seating Adjustment Guide for details on how to adjust the seat depth seat width armrest height and backrest angle Pre tilt and Seat to floor height Pre tilt positioning For 0 pre tilt use hole positioning number X on the packer module For 3 pre tilt use hole positioning number Y on the packer module For 6 pre tilt use hole positioning number Z on the packer module Seat to Floor Height Seat to floor height is accomplished by using the same hole number on both the front and rear posts when raising or lowering the seated position A WARNING DO NOT Increase the front post height independent from the rear posts when providing seating pre tilt Use only the Pre tilt positioning holes on th
8. damage the cord e Never open a charger or attempt to repair it yourself Return charger to Sunrise or have repairs made only by a qualified person Keep cord out of the way where it will not be stepped on tripped over or damaged 3 Caution Avoid Damage to the Battery Make sure you use the correct setting for sealed gel batter ies located on the off board charger Never charge a frozen battery A fully charged battery will rarely freeze but the fluid in a discharged battery can freeze at 16 degrees Fahrenheit minus 9 degrees Centigrade If you suspect a battery is frozen thaw it before charging A WARNING Wet cell batteries generate explosive gas while charging Completely read and follow all warnings about the batteries in this user instruction manual and any labels applied to the product Failure to do so could result in fire explosion injury and or death Sunrise does not recommend wet cell batteries CONNECTING BATTERIES IN THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT WARNING Batteries weigh up to 55 lbs 25 kg Take care to avoid injury when lifting 2 Keep batteries upright Take care not to spill acid wet cell batteries 3 Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you han dle batteries 4 Before working around batteries remove all metal personal effects such as necklaces rings watches pins and other metal jewelry that might contact battery terminal and cause a short Lift
9. off button to stop the wheelchair unless there is an emergency If you do you may shorten the life off the wheelchair drive components Horn Button The horn will sound while this button is depressed Battery Indicator This displays the charge available in the battery and alerts the user when the charge level is low Steady This indicates that all is well Flashing Slowly The control system is functioning correctly but you should charge the battery as soon as possible Stepping Up wheelchair batteries are being charged You will not be able to drive the wheelchair until the charger is disconnected and you have switched the conrol sys tem off and on again If the battery gauge shows red yellow and green the batteries are charged bars 10 If the battery gauge shows just red and yellow then you should charge the batteries as soon as you can bars 7 e If the battery gauge shows just red then you should charge the batteries immediately bars 3 Maximum Speed Profile Indicator This is a gauge that shows the maximum speed or profile setting of the wheelchair There are five speed profile settings step is the lowest speed and step 5 is the highest Speed level active is indicated on display by a series of five lights One light indicates slowest level currently active while five lights indicates highest level currently active Drive mode is indicated by a single light The first li
10. serv ice this wheelchair without first reading this owners manual If you do not understand the instructions and warnings of this owners manual please contact the Quickie Technical Service Department before operating and or servicing this Quickie wheelchair Failure to do so may result in damage and or injury A WARNING In addition power wheelchairs may contain printed circuit boards Careful attention should be given to the Printed Circuit Board Handling Techniques insert supplied with the chair Related Documents Listed below are additional documents which are referenced in this owners manual e Owners Manual Owners Manual e Omni Owners Manual e 710 715 720 Service Manual VI VII INTRODUCTION ani ania TABLE OF CONTENTS YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS NOTICE READ BEFORE USsFE EMI ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE A WHAT 1S EM B WHAT EFFECT CAN EMI HAVE ee SOURCES FE D DISTANCE FROM THE SOURCE ep REPORT ALL SUSPECTED EMI INCIDENTS GEMI EROM AIR GENERAL A NOTICE TO USER AND p VW INI u u uu aasan C CONTROLLER SET TUNG S UL u habasta D SAFE
11. system off and on again to operate JOYSTICK RETRACTABLE MOUNT Optional The joystick or Enhanced Display is mounted with a mechanism which allows the control to be locked in a forward or retracted position using magnets Adjustment a To retract the joystick push outward on the inside of joystick b Push the joystick away from front of armrest until it locks into retracted position return to forward position push the joystick forward until it locks into place 118444 Rev C g pRa i Color LCD Omni Display screen Navigation Disconnected aes T Ti B 5 Connected u 1 J i lt Incomecty Connected ax sz DUAL POST HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE ARMRESTS Option FIXED HEIGHT STANDARD The dual post flip back armrest can be used as either a flip back armrest or a removable armrest l Installing Armrest a Insert front and rear posts into armrest receivers b Engage levers A and B to secure armrest 2 Set up for Flip back Operation a Disengage lever A so front post is able to come free b Armrest now has the ability to be flipped back without removal 3 Set up for Removal a Disengage levers A and B so front and rear posts are able to come free b Armrest can now be easily removed for transferring 4 Height Adjustment option Release
12. the joystick and cause your chair to move when you do not expect it 2 Make sure motor brakes are engaged This keeps the chair from moving when you transfer 3 Work with your health care professional to learn safe meth ods Learn how to position your body and how to support yourself during a transfer someone help you until you are sure you can do a safe transfer on your own 4 Move your chair as close as you can to the seat you are transferring to possible use a transfer board 5 Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possi ble 6 Be careful of the footrests If you can remove or swing them out of the way Never stand footrests when you transfer Doing so may damage them or cause your chair to tip sure your feet do not hang up or get caught in the space between the footrests Make sure armrests do not interfere 8 Transfer as far back onto the seat surface as you can This will reduce the risk that you will miss the seat or fall N REACHING OR LEANING A WARNING Reaching or leaning affects the center of balance of your chair If done improperly a fall or tip over is likely When in doubt ask for help or use a device to extend your reach To Reduce the Risk of injury and or Damage to the Chair Never reach or lean if you must shift your weight sideways or rise up off the seat 2 Never reach or lean if you must move forward in your seat to
13. the upper securing lever C Set at desired height Return securing lever to locked position Move armrest up or down to allow armrest to snap into place L SINGLE POST HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE ARMRESTS optional l Installation a Slide the outer armpost into the receiver mounted to the wheel chair frame b The armrest will automatically lock into place 2 Height Adjustment Rotate release lever to stop Slide armrest pad up or down to desired height Return lever to locked position Push arm pad until upper armpost locks firmly into place ap 3 Removing Armrest a Rotate release lever and remove the armrest 4 Replacing Armrest a Slide armrest back into receiver b Return release lever to locked position against armpost 5 Adjusting Armrest Receiver Fit To tighten or loosen the fit of the outer armpost in the receiver a Loosen the four bolts on the sides of the receiver b With the armrest in the receiver squeeze the receiver to achieve the desired fit c Tighten the four bolts 6 Adjusting Inner Armpost Fit a Two set screws are installed in the outer armpost b Turn the set screws in or out until the desired fit is achieved SEAT DEPTH 14 16 20 22 only The seat depth can be adjusted in one inch increments on standard rehab seating Seat Frame Depth Adjustment a To adjust remove the two bolts A amp B from each side of the backrest pivot plate b Reposition the
14. 4 Torque Settings A torque setting is the optimal tightening for a particular fas tener Use a torque wrench that measures inch pounds to secure screws nuts and bolts on this chair B TOOLS YOU MIGHT NEED Basic Tool Kit To set up adjust and maintain your chair you may need the following tools Combined Phillips and flat screw driver Standard metric wrenches from 8mm 14mm e Metric Allen wrenches from 2mm 5mm Imperial wrenches from 1 4 to 9 16 Imperial Allen wrenches from 5 64 to 1 4 You can obtain a multi purpose tool kit from Sunrise or buy the tools you need from a hardware store C CHECK OUT Be sure this chair performs to your chosen operational settings If it does not turn the chair off immediately and have the dealer repro gram lt Repeat this procedure until the chair performs to your specifications A WARNING When properly set up this chair will operate smoothly Check to see that all components work properly you detect a problem be sure to correct it before use 118444 Rev BATTERY REMOVAL To remove the batteries for transporting or servicing Remove Batteries a Remove the two knobs A securing the seat Tilt the entire seat back until it rests on the stop b Remove the shroud cover by lifting up on it as shown Disconnect both battery harnesses red amp black connectors d Lift the battery from the compartment via the battery
15. CCESSORY 5 F POVVER PI SG Serr 13 Q POWER LEGREST ACCESSORY 13 R POWER ACCESSORY 13 S TRANSIT OPTION AND UsSE 13 VIII SET UP ADJUSTMENT AND UsSE 14 AADIUSTMENT 14 B TOOLS YOU MIGHT NEED u u asqa 14 RE 14 D BATTERY REMOVAL 14 E FOLDING BACK RES F uu uu uu teense 15 SWING AWAY FOOTRESTS 15 CG ELEVATING LEGRES 15 MOUNT HANGER ADJUSTMENT 15 k RANET IT 16 J JOYSTICK RETRACTABLE 16 DUAL POST HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE ARMRESTS FIXED HEIGHT STANDARD 17 L SINGLE POST HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE 17 EAT OER 17 N ASAP II SEATING 18 O SEAT AND BACK SIZE ADJUSTMENTS 18 P MANUAL RECLINE OPERATIOLN 18 Q POWER RECLINE TILT amp LIFT 18 DE OPERATING GUIDE 19 A PERFORMANCE CONTROL SETTINGS 19 B ON BOARD PROGRAMMER OR DTT OR RNET PC PROGRAMHMER
16. CONDITIONS A WARNING Your chair is not designed for use in a heavy rain storm or in snowy or icy conditions Contact with water or excessive moisture can cause an elec trical malfunction The frame motors and other chair parts are not water tight and may rust or corrode from the inside To avoid a chair failure e Minimize exposure of your chair to rain or very wet conditions Never take your chair into a shower tub pool or sauna e not use your chair in fresh or salt water such as at the edge of a stream lake or ocean Make sure battery cover is secure e Replace joystick boot if it becomes torn or cracked Make sure all electrical connections are secure Dry the chair as soon as you can if it gets wet or if you use water to clean it 2 Proceed slowly and use extra care if you must operate your chair on a wet or slick surface e When in doubt have someone help you e Stop if or both main wheels lose traction If this occurs you may lose control of your chair or fall Never operate your chair on slope or ramp if there is snow ice water or oil film present 3 When not in use keep your chair in a clean dry place WARNING Extra caution should be used when employing the disc switch or the proximity head array as control devices These two devices are susceptible to malfunction when wet TERRAIN WARNING This chair will perform at optimum on firm even surfaces such as con
17. FY CHECI LIST www E CHANGES amp ADJUSTMENTS G WHEN SEATED IN PARKED WHEELCHAIR H ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION S RAIN UL pu MOITORVYERICLESAFET Te L CENTER OF BALANCE PETBANSFERS N REACHING OR LEANING O DRESSING OR CHANGING CLOTHES OBSTACLES ceio ee reer ne ner merc Tens Q DRIVING IN REVERSE LI R RAMPS SLOPES amp SIDEHILLS U I S TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FALL TIP OVER LOSS OF CONTROL T RAMPS HOME amp WORK U VVHEELCHAIR V CURBS amp SINGLE STEPS YU A ESCALATORS WARNINGS COMPONENTS AND OPTIONG AARPIRES TS uu seme RE C CUSHIONS amp SLING SEATS FAOT ENERO ROOT F MOTOR BRAKES CGONDOFFSWIIC u u uuu a FLPNEUPIATIG IRS LI u Qa b POSITONING BELTS tigi ten K SEANN G SYSITFNES iu uuu L UPHOLSTERY FABRIC aaa M ASSIGNABLE CONTROLS N POVVER SEATING O CG TILT POWER A
18. I It is believed that a 20 V m immunity level will protect the power wheelchair user from the more common sources of radio waves 3 The configuration tested and found to be immune to at least 20 V m is Quickie QM 710 power wheelchair with a right hand mounted remote joystick system 18 seat width 18 seat depth dual post height adjustable armrests fixed tapered legrests with one piece solid footplate Gp 24 gel cell batteries 118444 Rev C 4 The following specialty input device options that can be used with this powerchair have an unknown effect on their immuni ty level to different types of EMI They have not been specifi cally tested with the 710 715 0 720 and control system Breath Control Star Board Proportional Head Proximity Head Array Control e Wafer Board Tri Switch Head Array Zero Touch Switch Proportional Mini Penta Switch Joystick Chin Control 4 7 Touch Switch Heavy Duty Switched Plate Switch Joystick 5 Zero Touch Switch Buddy Button Soft Switch Treadle Switch Disc Switch Micro Light Grasp Switch Ribbon Switch Wobble Switch WARNING Individuals with physical limitations requiring the use of a specialty control input device known not to be immune to 20V m or not known should exercise extra care around known sources of EMI WARNING There is no way to know the effect on EMI if you add accessori
19. LCD SCREEN This section covers those joystick modules that are fitted with color LCD screen The color LCD screen is split into three areas of information The Top Bar the Base Bar and the Main Screen Area TOP BAR FIG amp 2 Battery Indicator Fig 2 Displays the charge available in the battery and alerts the user when the charge level is low Steady Indicates that all is well Flashing Slowly The control system is functioning correctly but you should charge the battery as soon as possible Stepping Up The wheelchair batteries are being charged You will not be able to drive the wheelchair until the charger is disconnected and you have switched the control system off and on again If the battery gauge shows red yellow and green the batteries are charged bars 1 10 If the battery gauge shows just red and yellow then you should charge the batteries as soon as you can bars 1 7 If the battery gauge shows just red then you should charge the batteries immediately bars 1 3 Focus Fig 3 When the control system contains more than one method of direct control such as a sec ondary Joystick Module or a Dual Attendant Module then the Module that has control of the wheelchair will dislay the green Focus symbol BASE BAR Current Profile Fig 4 The currently selected profile is shown in numeric form Motor Temperature Fig 5 This red symbol is displayed when the control system has intentional
20. LWAYS secure this chair so that it cannot roll or shift 5 Do not use any chair that has been involved in a motor vehi cle accident It may have changed the structure of the chair and damaged or broken components This could lead to a risk of injury or damage to your chair If the wheelchair has been involved in an accident discontinue use and contact your supplier for a thourough inspection If your chair is equipped with the Transit Option See section VII 5 Transit Option and use L CENTER OF BALANCE WARNING The point where this chair will tip forward back or to the side depends on its center of balance and stability The Center Of Balance Is Affected By The seat height and seat angle 2 A change in your body position posture or weight distribu tion 3 Using this chair on a ramp or slope 4 The use of a back pack or other options and the amount of added weight 5 Drive wheel positioning To Reduce The Risk Of A Fall Or Tip Over Whenever a condition exists that may change the center of balance reduce speed proceed cautiously and when in doubt always have someone help you M TRANSFERS WARNING It is dangerous to transfer your own lt requires good balance and agility Be aware that there is a point during every transfer when the wheelchair seat is not below you To prevent a fall Always turn off power before you transfer to or from your chair If you fail to do so you may touch
21. SEATING WARNING Operation While driving this wheelchair in the reclined elevated or tilted position use caution Do Not attempt to operate any power seating option while positioned on an incline Do Not attempt to operate any power seating option while this wheelchair is in motion Do not attempt to operate the lift or tilt power seating options around children Through programming it is possible to reverse the direction of all powered seating functions ensure you know which direction your seat is going to move before operating 2 Reduced Speed Driving Creep This power chair is designed to automatically reduce the maximum driving speed to a creep mode when certain power seating limits are reached 3 Pinch points Pinch points may occur when operating the powered seating options on this chair Ensure all hands and body parts are clear of all power seating components that may result in pinch points before operating them 4 Tilting Power Base with Push Handles Do not attempt to tilt power wheelchairs by pulling down on the push handles Power wheelchairs have heavy bases As such attempting to tilt a power wheelchair to traverse obstacles can damage components in the seating system and or modular actuators 5 Remain Clear During Power Accessory Operation Please stay clear of any powered actuator while the compo nent is in motion Sunrise power mechanisms move over large ranges of travel Users sh
22. TED WARRANTY WHAT WE WILL DO Our sole liability is to repair or replace covered parts This is the exclusive remedy for consequential damages F WHAT YOU MUST DO Obtain from us while this warranty is in effect prior approval for return or repair of covered parts 2 Return the wheelchair or part s freight pre paid to Sunrise Mobility Products Division at 2842 Business Park Avenue Fresno CA 93727 1328 3 Pay the cost of labor to repair remove or install parts G NOTICE TO CONSUMER If allowed by law this warranty is in place of any other war ranty written or oral express or implied including a warran ty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose 2 This warranty gives you certain legal rights You may also have other rights that vary from state to state Record your serial number here for future reference QM 710 715HD 720 29 118444 Rev 710 715 720 118444 Rev 30 QM 710 715HD 720 3 118444 Rev Sunrise Medical 2842 Business Park Ave Fresno 93727 USA In Canada 800 263 3390 SUNRISE Customer Service 800 333 4000 EDICAL www sunriseMedical com 6 13 118444 Rev C
23. all into three broad types 1 Hand Held Transceivers The antenna is usually mounted directly on the unit These include Citizens band CB radios Walkie talkies Security fire and police radios Cellular phones computers with phone or fax Other personal communication devices Q NOTE These devices can transmit signals while they are on even if not in use 2 Medium Range Mobile Transceivers These include two way radios used in police cars fire trucks ambulances and taxi cabs The antenna is usually mounted on the outside of the vehicle 3 Long Range Transceivers These include commercial radio and TV broadcast antenna towers and amateur HAM radios The following are not likely to cause EMI problems Lap top computers without phone or fax Cordless phones TV sets or AM FM radios CD or tape players D DISTANCE FROM THE SOURCE A WARNING Electro magnetic energy rapidly becomes more intense as you get closer to the source For this reason EMI from hand held devices is of special concern See above A person using one of these devices can bring high levels of EM energy very close to your chair without you knowing it E IMMUNITY LEVEL A WARNING The level of EM is measured in volts per meter V m Every power wheelchair can resist EMI up to a certain level This is called its immunity level 2 The higher the immunity level the less the risk of EM
24. also provide you with more information on accessories IV NOTICE READ BEFORE USE CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR amp SAFETY 2 VI GENERAL WARNINGS OPTIONS Here you will find safety checklist and summary of risks ou need to be aware of before you ride this chair Sunrise provides a choice of many power wheelchair styles sizes and y y adjustments to meet the needs of the user However final selection 3 VII WARNINGS COMPONENTS amp OPTIONS of a wheelchair rests solely with you and your health care profes Here you will learn about your chair Consult your supplier sional Choosing the best chair for you depends on such things as and your health care professional to help you choose the er ee nd options for r Safety Your size disability strength balance and coordination 2 Your intended use and your level of activity 4 BATTERIES 3 The types of hazards you must overcome in daily use in Here you will learn about battery and charger safety and areas where you are likely to use your chair how to avoid injury 4 The need for options for your safety and comfort such as positioning belts or special seat systems lt gt Where they apply you will also find Warnings in other sections of this Manual P ADJUST CHAIR TO YOUR ABILITY Throughout this owners manual and on the wheelchair you will You need to work with your doctor nurse or therapist and your see the ic
25. ar a positioning strap 8 Do not use a wheelchair if the joystick does not spring back to the neutral position 9 Do not use your wheelchair if the joystick boot is ripped or damaged 10 Do not try to tip this wheelchair without an attendant present User and Attendants When transferring the user in or out of the wheelchair never use the footplate as a platform 2 Do not lift this wheelchair by any parts that are removable doing so may result in damage to the wheelchair or injury to the user 3 Never try to stop or slow this wheelchair with the wheel locks if applicable Wheel locks are designed to prevent the chair from moving when stopped They are not brakes 4 Always keep your hands and body parts clear of moving parts to help prevent injuries Attendants A WARNING Make sure you heed all warnings and follow all instructions in each section of this manual Warnings that apply to the user also apply to you Do not stand or sit on any portion of this wheelchair 2 You need to work with the user and the user s doctor nurse or therapist to develop safe methods best suited to your abilities and those of the user 3 To manually push the chair you must release the motor brakes e not engage or disengage motor brakes unless power to the chair is off sure you have full control over the chair when you release the motor brakes When you do so the chair will not have brakes s
26. ar batteries They are a known explosion hazard 3 Only deep cycle sealed case construction batteries should be used in this device 4 To prevent an acid spill always keep batteries upright wet cell batteries 5 Read all of section X Batteries before attempting to change or charge batteries C CUSHIONS amp SLING SEATS A WARNING Standard foam cushions and other body supports are not designed for the relief of pressure 2 If you suffer from pressure sores or if you are at risk that they will occur you may need a special seat system or a device to control your posture e Consult your doctor nurse or therapist to find out if you need such a device for your well being D FASTENERS WARNING Many of the screws bolts and nuts on this chair are special high strength fasteners Use of improper fasteners may cause your chair to fail Only use fasteners provided by Sunrise 2 If fasteners become loose tighten them immediately 3 Over or under tightened fasteners may fail or cause damage to chair parts E FOOTRESTS A WARNING At the lowest point footrests should be at least 2 1 2 inches 65 mm off the ground If set too LOW they may hang up on obstacles you can expect to find in normal use This may cause the chair to stop suddenly and tip forward 2 To avoid a trip or fall when you transfer Make sure your feet do not hang up or get caught the space between the footrests
27. batteries into battery compartment WARNING Batteries weigh up to 55 pounds 25 kg Lifting batteries may cause back strain If you fail to heed these warnings severe injury may occur to you 2 Connect and disconnect battery cables with caution Connect the red lead to the positive terminal and the black lead to the negative terminal Do this for each battery 3 Tighten all terminal fasteners using two 1 2 box end wrenches to 60 in lbs 6 8 N m 4 Place the battery compartment lid on power base WARNING Never make direct contact across both battery terminals as an explosion may spark may result in an explosion and or fire resulting in severe injury or death D CHARGING BATTERIES WARNING To avoid the risk of severe injury or death from electrical shock fire or explosion while charging A WARNING Never connect charger to a 240 volt source The main input volt age is 10 volts WARNING Never touch the charger after it is connected to an electrical out let This may cause electrical shock e Never connect or disconnect charger from battery while there is power to the charger WARNING I Never use an extension cord Use of an improper cord could damage the charger or cause a fire or electrical shock 2 battery emits explosive hydrogen gas during charging To reduce the risk of fire or explosion e Make sure area is well vented Never charge battery a closed in area Ne
28. carry ing straps WARNING Batteries may weigh up to 55 Ibs 25 kg Care must be taken to avoid injury when lifting E FOLDING Quickie QM 710 715HD 720 wheelchairs are shipped with backrest in folded position optional Upright Positioning a Lift backrest to upright position so that latch handles A lock into place b Backrest is ready for use 2 Folding Backrest a Lift and turn backrest latch handles A inward or outward b Fold backrest forward WARNING Backrest latches must be locked into place before operating wheelchair F SWING AWAY FOOTRESTS 7 l Installation a Place swing away pivot pin B into the locating hole C on top of the hanger mount with the footrest facing outward from frame b Rotate the footrest inward until latch plate locks D into place on locking bolt 2 Removal remove footrest press quick release lever E b Rotate footrest outward and lift 3 Height Adjustment a Remove both bolts F in the hanger frame tube b Reposition footrest height c Re tighten all bolts F G ELEVATING LEGREST Optional Installation To install or remove Elevating Legrest ELR see instructions for Swing away Footrest installa tion 2 Adjustment a To raise legrest lift to desired position Legrest will automatically lock in place b To lower legrest while seated in chair first lift slightly then press release lever G
29. ch pumps provide air at high volume and could cause the tire to burst To prevent tire damage e Use a hand pump or low volume air pump to inflate tires e Use a tire gauge to check pressure 5 Driving over sharp objects may cause damage to pneumatic tires and tubes POSITIONING BELTS OPTIONAL WARNING Use a positioning belt only to help support your posture Improper use of such belts may cause severe injury or death UI Make sure you are not at risk to slide down in the wheelchair seat this occurs you may suffer chest compression or suf focate due to pressure from the belt 2 A pelvic wedge or a similar device can help keep you from sliding down in the seat Consult your health care profession al to find out if you need such a device 3 The belt must be snug but must not be so tight that it inter feres with breathing You should be able to slide your open hand flat between the belt and your stomach 4 Make sure you can easily remove the belt in an emergency 118444 Rev C WARNING Never use a positioning belt eIn place of a motor vehicle seat belt In an accident or sud den stop you may be thrown from the chair A positioning belt will not prevent this and further injury may result from the belt e As restraint A restraint requires a doctor s order user who is comatose or agitated J PUSH HANDLES A WARNING Push handles provide secure points for an attendant to p
30. crete asphalt and indoor flooring 2 Although equipped with suspension the performance can be substantially reduced on uneven surfaces and rough terrain 3 Do not operate the chair on sand loose gravel or soil Doing so may damage wheels bearings axles motors or loosen fas teners 118444 Rev J STREET USE WARNING This product is not intended for street use Avoid streets whenev er possible Do not operate this wheelchair on any roadways that do not allow non motor vehicle traffic 2 When visibility is limited by either darkness or weather condi tions do not operate the chair on any roadways 3 It may be hard for drivers to see you Make eye contact with drivers before you proceed When in doubt yield until you are sure it is safe WARNING K MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY Identify whether your chair has been manufactured with the Transit Option installed If your chair is not equipped with the Transit Option The wheel chair does not meet federal standards for seating while travelling in a motor vehicle NEVER let anyone sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle 2 ALWAYS secure the rider with OEM motor vehicle restraints In an accident or sudden stop the rider may be thrown from the chair Wheelchair seat belts will not pre vent this and further injury may result from the belts or straps 3 NEVER transport this chair in the front seat of a vehicle It may shift and interfere with the driver 4 A
31. cting the power option recline tilt lift legrests you wish to control 4 Move the joystick forward or backward to adjust the selected power option to the desired position 5 Press the Mode button to return to normal operation or continue moving the joystick left or right to adjust the next power option Multiple Mode button presses will be necessary if other modules such as Bluetooth or Output are active 118444 Rev C PERFORMANCE CONTROL SETTINGS BEFORE attempting to check and or adjust settings on your joystick be sure to see your Dealer or Clinician and have them make the adjustments if needed It is vital to match control settings to your level of function and ability 2 Consult your health care professional and your supplier to select the best control set tings for you 3 Check and adjust the settings every six to twelve months WARNING Adjust the control settings immediately if you notice any change in your ability to Control the joystick e Avoid running into objects B ON BOARD PROGRAMMER OR DTT DIAGNOSTIC TEST TOOL OR RNET PC PROGRAMMER Optional WARNING Program settings beyond the ability of the user can result in serious injury Consult your health care advisor before you alter settings The On board Programmer or RNET PC Programmer lets you adjust the control settings of the 710 Listed below are a few of the many settings that can be adjust via the On board Prog
32. de s To increase speed level depress button Or when 1 5 Drive modes are programmed VR2 Joystick depress button B to activate higher drive mode s Speed level active is indicated on display C by a series of five lights One light indicates slowest level currently active while five lights indicates highest level currently active Drive Mode is indicated by a single light The first light indicates Drive Mode the second light indicates Mode 2 and so on 2 Battery Charge Indicator D Displays the charge available in the battery and alerts the user when the charge level is low Steady Indicates that all is well Flashing Slowly The control system is functioning correctly but you should charge the bat tery as soon as possible Stepping Up The wheelchair batteries are being charged You will not be able to drive the wheelchair until the charger is disconnected and you have switched the control system off and on again If the battery gauge shows red yellow and green the batteries are charged bars 1 10 e If the battery gauge shows just red and yellow then you should charge the batteries as soon as you can bars 1 7 e If the battery gauge shows just red then you should charge the batteries immediately bars l 3 3 On Off Button E Turning the chair on or off is accomplished by depressing button E 4 Horn F 5 Joystick G The joystick controls the direction and speed of your chair Tur
33. do so Always keep your buttocks in contact with the backrest 3 Never reach with both hands you may not be able to catch yourself to prevent a fall if you lose your balance 4 Never try to pick up an object from the floor by reaching down between your knees 5 Never put pressure on the footrests while reaching 6 Never reach or lean over the top of the seat back This may damage the backrest and cause you to fall WARNING IF YOU MUST REACH OR LEAN DO SO AT YOUR OWN RISK Remember to Move your chair as close as you can to the object you wish to reach 2 Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as pos sible This makes the chair more stable To do this Move your chair past the object you want to reach then back up alongside it Backing up will rotate the casters forward 3 Turn off all power to your chair If you fail to do so you may touch the joystick and cause your chair to move when you do not expect it O DRESSING OR CHANGING CLOTHES WARNING Be aware that your weight will shift if you dress or change clothes while seated in this chair To make the chair more stable rotate the front casters until they are forward P OBSTACLES WARNING Riding over curbs or obstacles can cause tipping and serious bodily harm If you have any doubt that you can safely cross any curb or obstacle ALWAYS ASK FOR HELP Be aware of your riding skills and personal limitations Develop new skills
34. e Packer module Figure 20 NOTE chairs configured with SPOT tilt do not increase the Pre tilt greater than 3 For chairs configured with seat elevator do not increase the pre tilt greater than 0 For chairs configured with SPOT tilt and seat elevator do not increase the seat to floor height greater than from lowest position SEAT PAN AND BACK SIZE ADJUSTMENTS Your ASAP II seating system can be adjusted to a wide range of widths and depths to accom modate specific user needs Seating dimensions should only be altered by a trained profes sional and may require new seat cushions Please refer to the QM 710 715HD 720 Service Manual for more detailed instructions on how to customize the size of your seat SEATING SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT P MANUAL RECLINE OPERATION The ASAP Il seating system has two manual recline options The first is using 6mm socket wrench at point K and the second can be done by using a knob L on the side of the chair To recline the chair rotate this knob clockwise and turn the knob counter clockwise to return the back to a more upright position Q POWER RECLINE TILT amp LIFT OPERATION The power recline tilt and lift features on your chair can all be operated using the joystick on your chair Follow the instructions below to operate Make sure your controller is on 2 From the Drive Mode press the Mode button to enter Power Seating Mode 3 Move the joystick left or right sele
35. ent have all major service and repair work done by your supplier A WARNING Your chair needs regular maintenance for peak performance and to avoid injury from chair failure damage or premature wear 2 Inspect and maintain this chair strictly per the Maintenance Chart 3 If you detect a problem make sure to service or repair the chair before use 4 At least once a year have a complete safety check and serv ice of your chair performed by a supplier B CLEANING I Paint Finish Clean the paint finish with mild soapy water monthly Protect the paint with a coat of non abrasive auto wax every three months 2 Motors Clean around motor area weekly with a slightly damp not wet cloth Wipe off or blow away any fluff dust or dirt on or around the motors You do not need to grease or oil the chair 3 Upholstery Hand wash only as needed Machine washing may damage fabric Drip dry only Heat from a dryer may damage fabric Washing the fabric may decrease fire retardant proper ties C STORAGE TIPS Store your chair in a clean dry area If you fail to do so parts may rust or corrode 2 Before using your chair make sure it is in proper working order Inspect and service all items on the Maintenance Chart 3 If you store this chair for more than three months have it inspected by a supplier before use 118444 Rev C D BATTERY MAINTENANCE
36. es or modify this chair Any change to your chair may increase the risk of EMI Parts not specifically tested or parts from other suppliers have unknown EMI properties F REPORT ALL SUSPECTED EMI INCIDENTS A WARNING You should promptly report any unintended movement or brake release Be sure to indicate whether there was a radio wave source near your chair at the time Contact Sunrise Medical Customer Service Department at 800 333 4000 G EMI FROM CHAIR WARNING The chair itself can disturb the performance of electromagnetic fields such as emitted by alarm systems of shops WARNING Heed all warnings in this section you fail to do so fall tip over or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to you or others A NOTICE TO USER AND ATTENDANTS WARNING User Before using this chair you should be trained in its safe use by your health care professional 2 Every wheelchair is different Take the time to learn the feel of this chair before you begin riding 3 Be aware that you must develop your own methods for the safe use of this chair that are best suited to your level of function and ability 4 Have someone help you practice bending reaching and trans fers until you learn how to do them safely 5 Never try a new maneuver on your own unless you are sure it is safe 6 Get to know the areas where you plan to use your chair Look for hazards and learn how to avoid them 7 Always we
37. from driving then this red sym bol will be flashing Mode Screens Actuator Mode Fig 15 Displays the sections of the chair currently selected movement the name given to the selection and a direction arrow showing what sort of movement is available Bluetooth Mode Fig 16 When Bluetooth Mode is entered this screen will be displayed Speed Adjust Fig 17 When Speed Adjust Mode is entered this screen will be displayed momentarily MESSAGE WINDOW Fig 18 The RNET displays warning icons and informational messages in a dedicated message window Restart Fig 19 When the control system requires a reboot for example after a module re configuration this green symbol will be flashed Timer Fig 20 This symbol is displayed when the control system is changing between different states example would be entering into Programming Mode The symbol is animated to show the sands falling Sleep Fig 21 This symbol will be displayed for a short time before the R net enters into a sleep state Cross amp Tick Fig 22 These symbols will be displayed during configuration procedures Green Check Process completed correctly Red X Process NOT completed correctly E Stop Fig 23 If the External Profile Switch is activated during drive or actuator operation this red symbol will be displayed Joystick Displaced Fig 24 If you operate the Joystick before or just after you switch the control system on the
38. ght indicates Drive Mode the sec ond light indicates Mode 2 and so on Speed Decrease Button This button decreases the maximum speed setting or if the control system is programmed for drive profile operation selects a lower drive profile Speed Increase Button This button increases the maximum speed setting or if the control system is programmed for drive profile operation selects a higher drive profile Mode Button The Mode button allows the user to navigate through the available operating modes for the control system The available modes are dependent on programming and the range of auxiliary output devices connected to the control system Actuator Indicator This LED set displays which actuator channel is currently being controlled when the control system is in Actuator Mode Actuator selection and operation is achieved using the joystick Motions to the LEFT or RIGHT select different actuator channels e Motions FORWARD and BACKWARD move the actuator s selected x C Ts ag LED Joystick ia Actuator Indicator 65999055 Gauge 00000 Maximum Speed Profile Indicator a pa tai ti An N W Aa ae Speed Profile Buttons Decrease Increase IN i H if Horn Button IMODE Mode Button 118444 Rev C COLOR
39. he size of a region around the present joystick position If the joy stick remains within this region for the stationary time the controller will stop The range can be programmed from to 50 steps of Default setting is 1 WARNING Before turning on or adjusting these parameters carefully read and understand the implica tions for use of these features Joystick Stationary Time and Joystick Stationary Range When the Joystick Stationary Time is reached within the Joystick Stationary Range the drive motors on the chair will shut off As an example this will happen while driving in a straight line for extended periods of time with no joystick movement Once the drive motors turn off the user will need to turn the chair off and back on to drive 118444 Rev C THERMAL ROLL BACK Your chair has a thermal roll back circuit This protects the controller from damage due to overheating In extreme conditions such as repetitive hill climbing the circuit will decrease the power to your motors This allows the chair to operate at a reduced speed When the controller cools the chair will return to normal speed E VR2 JOYSTICK ASSEMBLY The standard VR2 joystick controls the chair s performance It consists of the following parts Speed Control or Drive Mode Selection Buttons and To decrease the speed level depress button A Or when 1 5 Drive modes are programmed depress button A to activate lower drive mo
40. n the chair on and move the joystick in the direction you want to go VR2 Joystick with Actuator Control Moving the joystick from the neutral center position disengages the motor brakes allow ing the chair to move The chair will move faster the more you move the joystick away from neutral If your speed becomes hard to manage release the Joystick and the chair will come to a complete stop When you release the joystick it will return to neutral the chair will slow to a stop and the motor brakes will reengage We recommend that you switch the chair off if you stop for any length of time This will conserve battery power NOTE Once the chair stops switching the chair off will not affect the motor brakes 6 Joystick Boot H Make sure the boot is not torn or cracked this could allow debris water or moisture to enter the boot is torn or cracked replace it as soon as you can 7 Tilt or Lift Control SC only l This button once depressed allows you to control the up and down movement of the tilt lift Press button I Then push the joystick forward to tilt lift the seat upward pull the joystick back to tilt lift the seat downward Pressing button 1 again will allow drive operations to resume 118444 Rev C F R NET LED JOYSTICK On Off Button The on off button applies power to the control system electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Do not use the on
41. only with the help of a companion Be aware that thresholds are very dangerous Even a small change in height may stop a caster wheel and cause your chair to tip You may need to e Remove or cover threshold strips between rooms e Install a ramp at entry or exit doors 2 Keep your eyes moving when you ride scan the area well ahead of your chair 3 Make sure the floor areas where you use this chair are level and free of obstacles Q DRIVING IN REVERSE WARNING Use extra care when you drive your chair in reverse You may lose control or fall if one of the rear wheels hits an object Operate your chair slowly and at an even speed 2 Stop often and check to make sure your path is clear of obstacles 118444 Rev C R RAMPS SLOPES amp SIDEHILLS WARNING The center of balance of your chair changes when you are on a slope lt Q NOTE Slope includes a ramp or sidehill Your chair is less stable when it is at an angle Never use this chair on a slope unless your are sure it is safe When in doubt have someone help you Beware Of Steep slopes Do Not use this chair on a slope steeper than 10 A 10 slope means One foot in elevation for every ten feet of slope length 2 Wet or slippery surfaces such as when ice snow water or oil film is present A loss of traction may cause a fall or tip over 3 change in grade on a slope or a lip bump or depression These may cause a fall or tip
42. ons listed below to identify warnings and potential haz supplier to fit this chair and adjust the controller settings for your ards is important to read and understand all of them and under level of function and ability stand them WARNING These warnings must be followed failure to C REVIEW THIS MANUAL OFTEN do so may cause personal injury or may dam Before using this chair you and each person who may assist you age the wheelchair should read this entire Manual and make sure to follow all instruc tions Review the warnings often until they are second nature to you lt Q NOTE Q Notes are informative statements to help further explain actions warnings or product detail D WARNINGS a 7 CJ ESD Electrostatic Disch d inted The word WARNING refers to hazard or unsafe practice that FEU Os ale ischial EE SAMASSE PrE may cause severe injury or death to you or to other persons The circuit boards unless handled correctly When 9 Warnings are in four main sections as follows the ESD symbol is used in your owner s man ual be careful not to touch the areas that are V being referred to Here you will learn about electromagnetic interference and how it can affect your chair V EMI ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE 3 Powered wheelchairs may be susceptible to electromagnetic A WARNING interference EMI emitted from sources such as radio sta tions TV stations amate
43. or 5 TRANSIT OPTION AND USE Refer also to sections VI K Motor Vehicle Safety and VIII K Transit Option for additional transit option and motor vehicle warnings Transit use does not apply to the 715 WARNING If possible and feasible the rider should transfer to the original Equipment Manufacturer vehicle seat and use the vehicle restraint 2 If the wheelchair is used for transport it must be used forward facing seating poition The rider must not weigh more than 300 Ibs 4 Use only with Wheelchair Tie down and Occupant Restraint Systems VWWTORS that have been installed in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions and SAE J2249 5 Attach WTORS to securement points in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions and SAE J2249 6 Attach occupant restraints in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions and SAE J2249 7 Ensure hip guides are mounted to lock in place OJ WARNING Use only Wheelchair Tie down and Occupant Restraint Systems VWWTORS which meet the requirements of SAE 2249 Recommended Practice Wheelchair Tie down and Occupant Restraint Systems For Use in Motor Vehicles Do not use WTORS designed to rely on the wheelchair struc ture to transfer occupant restraint loads to the vehicle The wheelchair has been dynamically tested in a forward fac ing mode for a 30 mph frontal impact test The wheelchair must be forward facing during transpor
44. ould be aware of their sur roundings while components are in motion 6 Maximum User Weight Do not exceed the weight capacity for your specific chair seating system configuration Doing so could result in premature failure or injury 7 Latch Mode While operating any power seating function in latched mode use caution In latch mode powered seating will not stop until a reverse command is performed or the end of travel is met TILT POWER ACCESSORY WARNING The powered CG Tilt accessory for this chair has a maximum user weight capacity of to 300 Ibs 400 Ibs the QM 715HD Never exceed this capacity while operating the powered actuator P POWER RECLINE WARNING Pinch Point Avoid putting hands or fingers near the power recline mechanism while in operation Weight Capacity The maximum user weight capacity for the power recline is up to 350 Ibs Exceeding this weight capacity could lead to injury and or permanent damage to the equipment Q POWER LEGREST ACCESSORY The power legrest accessory has a maximum user weight capaci ty of up to 300 Ibs 400 Ibs for the 715 depending your chair configuration Never exceed this capacity while oper ating the powered actuator R LIFT amp LIFT TILT COMBO A WARNING The powered lift and or lift tilt modular accessory for this chair has a maximum user weight capacity of up to 300 Ibs Never exceed this capacity while operating the powered actuat
45. over 4 A drop off at the bottom of a slope A drop off of as small as 3 4 inch 19 mm can stop a front caster and cause the chair to tip forward 5 TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FALL TIP OVER OR LOSS OF CONTROL A WARNING Never use your chair on slope unless you are sure you can do so without losing traction 2 Always go as straight up and as straight down as you can e not cut the corner slope or ramp e Do not turn or change direction a slope 3 Always stay in the center of the ramp Make sure ramp is wide enough that you are not at risk that a wheel may roll off the side 4 Keep your chair moving at a slow steady speed Keep con trol over the chair at all times descent do not let your chair accelerate beyond its normal speed the chair picks up speed center the joystick to slow down or stop e you stop re start slowly T RAMPS AT HOME amp WORK A WARNING Before driving on a ramp survey the condition of the ramp On slippery ramps traction may be reduced causing your wheelchair to slide WARNING Make sure ramps meet all Building Codes for your area For your safety have a licensed contractor build or remodel ramp to meet all standards L Q NOTE The proper design will vary depending on such things as the length and height of the ramp the need for an intermediate platform landing size doors and the direction of swing and whether the ramp incl
46. rammer or RNET PC Programmer See RNET OBP Owners Manual for full pro grammable parameters acceleration rate deceleration rate turn acceleration turn deceleration forward speed max amp min reverse speed max amp min turn speed max amp min steer correct Programming the Chair a Access via OBP On board Programmer DTT Diagnostic Test Tool or the PC Programmer Each of these require inline connection to the communication cable b Program as needed c Remove Dongle or recycle power Review the OBP Owner s Manual for more details on how to program your chair C JOYSTICK STATIONARY Your chair has an available programming feature called Joystick Stationary which can be set by your dealer This feature senses when the joystick is displaced from neutral yet left in a steady position for a predetermined period of time The controller will automatically turn off if the set time has been reached This feature is designed to protect the user batteries and elec tronics if the joystick is inadvertently displaced There are two parameters that can be adjusted Joystick Stationary Time This is the time the joystick has to remain within the stationary range before the unit will come to a stop It can be programmed from 0 to 60 minutes in steps of one minute Select 0 to disable the function Default setting is 0 Disabled 2 Joystick Stationary Range This determines t
47. reak the batteries in and you know the range of your chair 4 Discharged Batteries e Never allow a battery to completely discharge you oper ate your wheelchair until it has almost stopped you will greatly reduce the life of your batteries e Never let a battery sit a discharged condition Give unused or stored batteries a full charge once per month e Always fully charge the batteries Avoid topping off with frequent charges 118444 Rev C WARNING Never connect a life support or auxiliary device to a wheelchair battery The electrical system may fail and result in severe injury to or death of user B BATTERY CHARGER A battery charger produces a direct current DC When applied to a discharged battery this reverses the chemical reaction that led to its discharge Charge Rate How fast a battery will charge depends Its electrical capacity state of charge electrolyte tempera ture and internal condition The DC output of the charger The charge rate will vary if the alternating current AC supply is higher or lower than 10 volts 2 Caution To Avoid Damage to the Charger e Never place the charger on top of a battery during charging Gases from the battery can damage the charger and may lead to an explosion or fire e Never place a battery on top of the charger e Never expose charger to rain or snow e Never unplug charger by pulling on the electrical cord This will
48. rect the prob lem 2 Make sure batteries are charged Green lights on charge indi cator will light up when charge is full Yellow lights indicate battery charge level is getting low Red lights indicate batter ies are in immediate need of charging E CHANGES amp ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Never use non Quickie parts to replace Quickie provided parts or make changes to your chair unless authorized by Sunrise Doing so will void the warranty and may create a safety hazard F ACCESSORIES WARNING Accessories designed by manufacturers other than Sunrise not avail able through Sunrise order process have not been tested or approved for use by Sunrise If you modify or adjust this chair it may increase the risk of a fall or tip over 2 Modifications unauthorized by Sunrise constitutes remanufac turing of the wheelchair This voids the warranty The user then assumes all future liability for the wheelchair 118444 Rev C WHEN SEATED IN A PARKED WHEELCHAIR WARNING Always turn off all power to your chair when you are parked even for a moment This will prevent Accidental movement from contact with the joystick by you or others Unintended brake release or movement from EMI sources See Section V 2 Make sure that persons who help you for example store clerks are aware of the joystick and do not touch it If they do your chair may move suddenly when you do not expect it H ENVIRONMENTAL
49. ro pel and control the chair This helps to prevent a fall or tip over 2 Check to make sure push handle grips will not rotate or slip off K SEATING SYSTEMS A WARNING Use of a seating system not approved by Sunrise may alter the center of balance of this chair This may cause a fall or tip over 2 Never change the seating system of your chair unless you consult your supplier first 3 Never raise your seating system to a height of more than 22 measuring from the front of the seat pan to the floor with all actators in their home position L UPHOLSTERY FABRIC WARNING Replace worn or torn fabric of seat sling and seat back as soon as you can If you fail to do so the seat may fail and cause you to fall Worn fabrics may increase the potential for a fire hazard 2 Sling fabric will deteriorate with age and use Look for fray ing thin spots or stretching of fabric at rivet holes Replace fabric as required 3 Be aware that washing may reduce flame retardation of the fabric M ASSIGNABLE CONTROLS A WARNING It is possible to assign a function to an input control buttons jacks of your wheelchair controls have been assigned to per form a dual or alternate function ensure you know what each con trol operates Please contact your dealer or the Quickie Technical Service Department if you do not receive this information Failure to do so may result in damage and or injury 118444 Rev C N POWER
50. s In the unlikely event of a short circuit or other fault all power to your chair will be shut off Qualified service personnel are required to repair the fault and replace the battery harnesses 118444 Rev C FOR FIVE 5 YEARS Sunrise warrants the frame of this wheelchair against defects in materials and workmanship for five years from date of first con sumer purchase FOR ONE 1 YEAR We warrant all Sunrise made parts and components of this wheel chair against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of first consumer purchase C FOR ONE 1 YEAR We warrant all motors gearboxes batteries and electronic com ponents of this wheelchair against defects for one year from the date of first consumer purchase D LIMITATIONS We do not warrant Tires and tubes upholstery pads and push handle grips b Damage from neglect accident misuse or from improper installation or repair c Products modified without Sunrise Medicals express written consent d Damage from exceeding the weight limit 2 This warranty is VOID if the original chair serial number tag is removed or altered 3 This warranty applies in the USA only Check with your sup plier to find out if international warranties apply 4 This warranty is not transferable and only applies to the first consumer purchase of this wheelchair through an authorized Sunrise Medical dealer 118444 Rev C XII SUNRISE LIMI
51. screen will flash the joystick displaced screen You must release and center the joystick to resume normal operation If you do not release the joystick within five seconds the wheelchair will not be able to move even if you release the joystick and operate it again The screen will display a diagnostic screen at this time You can reset this condition by switching the control system off and on again MOMENTARY SCREENS Fig 25 If the momentary screens are programmed to be displayed then pressing the Speed or Profile Buttons will display screens such as this DIAGNOSTIC SCREEN Fig 26 When the control system safety circuits have operated and the control system has been pre vented from moving the wheelchair a diagnostics screen will be displayed This indicates a system trip the has detected a problem somewhere the wheelchair s electrical system 118444 Rev C H BRAKE LEVER Disengage the brake lever when you need to manually push the chair For example in an emergency or if batteries fail WARNING engaged Release brake lever to push the chair manually Do not disengage brake lever unless power to the chair is off 2 With either one or both brakes released the chair will not operate and the battery charge indicator will flash 9 bars rapidly if power to the chair is on 3 Be aware that the chair will not have brakes in the free wheel position 4 Make sure that the person pushing
52. sure in a tire may cause the chair to veer to one side and result in loss of control 3 An over inflated tire may burst 4 Never use a gas station pump to inflate a tire Such pumps provide air at high volume and may cause tire to burst Check for signs of wear and correct air pressure in pneu matic tires weekly 2 For best performance inflate tires to the same pressure level as shown on the tire sidewall 14 pneumatic drive wheels 35 to 45 psi 240 to 310 kpa 3 prevent tire damage e Use a hand pump or a low volume air pump to inflate tires e Use a tire gauge to check pressure TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TIRE A WARNING Residual air pressure in tires can cause severe injury Make sure you release all air in tire before attempting to service or repair tires 6 Caster Wheels a Remove caster wheel from fork using a 1 2 wrench b Make sure there is no residual air in tire before you remove bolts that hold the two rim halves together c Remove four bolts from rim using a 3 phillips screwdriver Separate two halves of rim d Repair or replace inner tube e Reassemble the caster wheel make sure the bearing spacer is in place and all four bolts are tightened to a torque of 60 16 6 8 f Mount caster wheel onto fork Install washers correctly tighten bolt to 240 in lbs 27 N m 2 14 Drive Wheels a Elevate and securely support chair so that wheel is off the ground
53. t In order to reduce the potential of unjury to vehicle occu pants wheelchair mounted accessories such as trays and res piratory equipment should be removed and secured sepa rately Postural supports and positioning devices should not be relied on for occupant restraint Do not alter or substitute wheelchair frame parts compo nents or seating Sudden stops or impacts can structurally damage your chair Chairs involved in such incidents should be replaced 118444 Rev C ADJUSTMENT NOTES Work Surface For Set Up Use a flat surface such as a table to assemble adjust and check your chair This makes the steps easier and helps ensure a correct set up 2 Fasteners Many of the screws and bolts on this chair are special high strength fasteners and may have special coatings nuts are of the Nylock type They have a plastic insert to help prevent loosening Only use screws bolts and nuts provided by Sunrise WARNING Use of improper fasteners may cause the chair to fail 2 Over or under tightened fasteners may fail or cause damage to chair parts 3 If bolts or screws become loose tighten them as soon as you can Loose bolts or screws can cause damage to other chair parts causing them to fail 3 Washers amp Spacers Note the position of washers and spacers before disassem bly To avoid damage to the frame replace all washers and spac ers when you reassemble parts
54. the chair has full control when brake lever is dis a The brake lever A is attached to the rear section of the motors located towards the back of the chair b Push the brake lever down 2 Engage brake lever to drive the chair a The brake lever A is attached to the upper rear section of the motors located at the back of the chair b Pull the brake lever up A INTRODUCTION Notes Batteries supply the power for your chair They contain a finite amount of energy and have limits on how long they can store and supply energy You can charge batteries only a certain number of times before they will fail and no longer hold a charge For answers to questions about batteries consult your supplier 2 Use Proper Batteries Your chair operates on two 12 volt batteries They should be Group 24 or 22NF size with a minimum of 50 ampere hour rating Only deep cycle sealed case construc tion batteries should be used in this device Connecting Type Post style batteries or flat top batteries used when lowest seat to floor height is desired When you buy a replacement insist on a deep cycle sealed case type Do not use a car starter battery Group 24 batteries are a minimum requirement for power seating 3 Breaking In A battery requires breaking in for the first 6 to 12 charges It will not accept a full charge for this period e Itis best to limit the length of your trips until you b
55. udes a turn or angle At A Minimum Open sides of ramp must have side rails to prevent your 18444 Rev C chair from going over the edge 2 Slope must not be steeper than one inch in height for every one foot of slope length approximately 10 Ramp surface must be even and have a non skid surface 4 You may need to add a section at the top or bottom to avoid a lip or drop off 5 Ramp must be sturdy Add bracing if needed so ramp does not bow when you ride on it U WHEELCHAIR LIFTS WARNING Wheelchair lifts are used in vans buses and buildings to help you move from one level to another UI Always turn off all power to your chair when you are on a lift If you fail to do so you may touch the joystick by acci dent and cause your chair to drive off the platform Be aware that roll stop at the end of the platform may not prevent this 2 Make sure there is not a lip or drop off at the top or bot tom of the platform These may cause fall or tip over When in doubt have someone help you 3 Always position the user securely in the chair to help prevent falls while on lift 4 Avoid moving forward if a wheel is hung up on the lip of the ramp Backup reposition the caster for a more direct approach And slowly try again V CURBS amp SINGLE STEPS A WARNING It is recommended to climb and or descend curb single step or other obstacle that a ramp or curb cutout is al
56. up 34 Battery Charger Off board 8 AMP 118444 Rev C II YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS QUICKIE QM 710 Shroud Colors Red Black Blue Copper Silver White Yellow Pink Green Blue Opal Purple Carbon Fiber and Matte Black Seats Upholstery and Style Standard BC SC MPC A S A P Seat Frame Sizes 12 22 wide 12 22 deep MPC 14 22 wide 16 22 deep Power Recline Footrest Standard Swing away footrests with heel loops Option Foot platform Manual elevat ing legrests Power Articulating Legrest ALR Power Center Mount Center Mount Backrest SC amp BC Standard Canes Angle Adjustable Option 8 Bend Semi Recline Folding MPC Recline Armrest Joystick Seat Pan Front Hanger Caster Tire 2 3 4 5 6 Foot Plate 7 Backrest 8 Push Handle 9 Free wheel Release Lever 10 Seat Frame 11 Drive Wheels 12 Base Frame 13 Caster Fork 14 Transit Tie Down 15 Lift Module optional not shown Models BD SC shown SD MPC MPD Casters rear front Standard 6 solid Armrest SC amp BC Standard 14 Cantilever height adjustable 14 arm pad Option Locking two point arm Dual post Arm Single Post arm MPC Reclining Otto Bock Suspension Standard all wheel All features may not be available with some chair setups or in conjunction with another chair feature Please consult your supplier for more information Your authorized supplier can
57. ur radio HAM transmitters two way radios and cellular phones 4 EMI can also be produced by conducted sources or electro static discharge ESD Heed all warnings to reduce the risk of unintended brake release or chair movement Beware of the danger from hand held transceivers Never turn on or use a hand held transceiver while power to your chair is on Use extra care if you believe that such a device WHAT EFFECT HAVE may be in use near your chair 2 Be aware of nearby radio or TV stations and avoid coming WARNING close to them EMI can cause your chair without warning to 3 If unintended movement occurs turn your chair off as soon e Release its brakes as it is safe to do so e Move by itself Move in unintended directions A WHAT IS EMI If any of these occur it could result in severe injury to you WARNING or others 2 EMI can damage the control system of your chair This could EMI means electromagnetic EM interference l EMI comes create a safety hazard and lead to costly repairs from radio wave sources such as radio transmitters and transceivers A transceiver is a device that both sends and receives radio wave signals 2 There are a number of sources of intense EMI in your daily environment Some of these are obvious and easy to avoid Others are not and you may not be able to avoid them 18444 Rev C SOURCES OF EMI WARNING The sources of EMI f
58. ure the chair 15 on level ground before you release the motor brakes 4 Propel this chair by the push handles only They provide secure points for you to hold the rear of the chair to pre vent a fall or tip over 5 Check to make sure push handle grips will not rotate or slip off B WEIGHT LIMIT WARNING The user plus items carried should never exceed the total weight capacity identified on your chair 2 Never use this chair for weight training if the total weight user plus additional weights exceeds weight capacity 3 Exceeding the weight limit is likely to damage the seat frame or fasteners and may cause severe injury to you or others from chair failure 4 Exceeding the weight limit will void the warranty C CONTROLLER SETTINGS WARNING Be aware that you may need to adjust the controller settings of your chair Check and adjust the settings every six to twelve months 2 Consult your supplier to adjust the control settings immedi ately if you notice any change in your ability to Control the joystick e Hold your torso erect e Avoid running into objects D SAFETY CHECK LIST WARNING Before each use of this chair Make sure the chair operates smoothly Check for noise vibration or a change in ease of use They may indicate low tire pressure loose fasteners or damage to your chair e f you detect a problem make sure to repair or adjust the chair Your supplier can help you find and cor
59. ver smoke or allow a spark flame or high heat near battery during charging Never allow metal tools or chair parts to make direct contact across both battery terminals 3 Never look directly into cells when charging battery wet cell batteries ALWAYS Use the charger that comes with your wheelchair Read and follow all instructions and warnings 2 Make sure room is well ventilated 3 Turn off all power to your chair 4 Connect and disconnect battery cables with caution 2 Always remove and reattach the negative cable black cable first 5 Make sure to allow enough time to fully charge batteries Q NOTE Batteries should never be left for long periods in the discharged state Unused or stored batteries should be given a charge once per month 6 To charge batteries use the off board charger by plugging off board charger plug into the off board charger socket E DISPOSING OF BATTERIES WARNING All batteries once they have reached the end of their useful life are deemed to be hazardous waste 2 For further information on handling and recycling contact your local recycling authority 3 Always dispose of product through a recognized agent 118444 Rev C Proper maintenance will improve performance and extend the useful life of your chair 2 Clean your chair regularly This will help you find loose or worn parts and will make your chair easier to use 3 To protect your investm
60. ways used 2 If you must climb or descend a curb single step or other obstacle that is greater than 2 5 it is recommended to have a person assist you in doing so 3 In case should you try to climb a curb single step or other obstacle greater than 4 high 4 If you must climb or descend a curb or step alone do so at your own risk using extreme care and follow the following procedure e Proceed slowly at a steady speed Go as straight up or down as you can over the obstacle Never turn when trying to climb or descend and obstacle doing so may result in a fall or tip over 5 Failure to follow the above procedures may cause Fall or Tip Over e Damage to the frame wheels axles or other parts or loose fasteners W STAIRS WARNING Never use this chair to go up or down stairs even with an atten dant Doing so is likely to cause a fall or tip over X ESCALATORS WARNING Never take this chair on an escalator even with an attendant Doing so is likely to cause a fall or tip over WARNING Note lf you use parts make changes not authorized by Sunrise it may create a safety hazard and will void the Warranty A ARMRESTS WARNING Armrests will not bear the weight of this chair 2 Never lift this chair by its armrests They may come loose or break B BATTERIES WARNING Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you han dle batteries 2 Never smoke or hold an open flame ne
61. y reduced the power to the motors in order to protect them against heat damage Control System Temperature Fig 6 This red symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced its own power in order to protect itself against heat damage MAIN SCREEN AREA Drive Screen Profile Name Fig 7 This is a text string that displays the name of the currently selected profile Clock Fig 8 This displays the current time in a numeric format Speed Display Fig 9 This gives a proportional display of the wheelchair s speed Maximum Speed Indicator Fig 10 This displays the current maxiumum speed setting Digital Speed Display Fig 11 This displays the actual speed of the wheelchair derived from the motors Odometer Fig 12 This displays the distance driven by the wheelchair The display can show either the total dis tance or the trip distance in miles or kilometers The Settings Menu contains an option that sets whether the trip or total distance is displayed as well as a facility to reset the trip dis tance If Latched operation is active then that symbol will take priority over the odometer Latched Fig 13 When the control system is operating in a Latched condition this symbol will be displayed 118444 Rev C Inhibit Fig 14 If the speed of the wheelchair is being limited for example a tilted seat then this orange symbol will be displayed If the wheelchair is being inhibited

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