Sunrise Medical wheelchair Z-500 User's Manual
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1. 14 1 Environmental Conditions sciseiccsscsessvscaesevesevesasevectewcceevesvesusseesvecdssscues 14 ds A EE coasssceadesnudsss 15 K Street USE vvsicscsscccscsssccvsscsavsssvarssscasascessseascaeascvevsdsascesteesnscuastsessrvegsess 15 L Motor Vehicle Safety 15 M Center OF Balance 2 2 icdvassseteeseabveacscacuvssseesaevesseaveces 15 No Transfers veavsccstsevexecccsenesscesceavesecsce EESE EERE ONENERA NNE 16 0 Reaching Or leanings sessiossa duendes TAERE R AARSE RAES 17 F Dressing Or Changing Clothes idea seneas 17 Q Obstacles case veassanevaversiasuaccosaataagenscasstdsxacessenlasedaseacaeceeesiueadse caos 18 R Driving In Reverse 18 5 Ramps Slopes amp SidehillS 18 T To Reduce The Risk Of A Fall Tip Over Or Loss Of Control 19 Ui Ramps At Home amp At Worki asas esses cc cvadsvdvcesasvegsccvacewssvescscasesveecesaseessaces 20 V Wheelchair Lifts W Curbs amp Single Steps Xs Sta Sei ocadssvacacseasveedSucadseesdsebsedeswadcaseassaedetacdas ssesecssausvedsasctluvedeuezeds sane Yo ESCalators cssscscssueessecescessisevsccesvssavcees VII WARNINGS COMPONENTS amp OPTIONS Armrests2. 3 II TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS siccin cais ssesstera cossatcheszeeciaastsnedscssiccscanveccisdzees 6 IV NOTICE READ BEFORE 8 EMI ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE cs ccccessssseeseessseeeeseesseeees 9 What ISEMI 9 What Effect Can EMI Have 2 9 Sources OF cava saida 9 D Distan eFrom The Sources posretino sesaeses 10 E Immunity Level ssns reris sans desu Nana eg 10 Report All Suspected ssssseseeeess 11 VI GENERAL WARNINGS scscccsscsiscesscstenccessasvececacusovecssceedecdssacadeesvedadacuaaseaes A Notice RIdGfivciwsecccsteivasvevsevacsenssivatendesteesceucasevssewtssudeasaacuveavenssuasewes B Notice To Attendants C Weight Limit D Controller S tting ss ccscsivesedesseuessdesse teisesedsa cesvestssceuss E EMI Safety Check List G Changes amp Adjustments H When Seated In A Parked
3. Cu D Cushions amp Sling Seats E Fasteners F Footrests G Motor Locks H On Off Switch Pneumatic Tires J Positioning Belts Optional K Push Handl s secs esse seseranees Rear Wheel Locks Optional ciasicevcscssssesssesvsocsvsscessssvssssseaxsveceseseeseueessess 930578 Rev B of Contents M Seating Systems 0 sssescssscesccscssevssncavsnvsesenssss sosesssecadcecoessasseesnssserveeseenss Ne Upholstery FabriCs scsessoseserasosan sea constava casada tose VIII TIPS FOR ATTENDANTS A To Climb A Curb Or Single Step To Descend A Curb Or Single Step cccssecceseceeeceeeeeeeeeeesssssteeseeees 26 IX SET UP ADJUSTMENT amp 27 A Swing Away FOOtrest cisissssesssssesssssasceascssoasnsssscoossossessesscesaeasscascessossnses 28 By 290 Footboard isis sivas devseds specie SONER TESE 29 C Articulating Legrest Optional icsescessssscccssccicosuecenusnsvesesesevevessvuevvecetsand 29 D Elevating Legrest Optional csicecsccveadssccaccenssesacasesstecedecuesdasctatedassssasese 30 E Remote Joystick Installation Optional esssesesesssesesssssssssssssseseeeeeeee
4. QU ENE Quickie Z 500 User SUPPLIER Instruction THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE RIDER OF THIS WHEELCHAIR Manual amp RIDER BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL AND SAVE FOR Warranty FUTURE REFERENCE SUNRISE MEDICAL I Introduction 3 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 ser vice you receive from your Sunrise supplier Please feel free to write or call us at the address and telephone number below Sunrise Medical Mobility Products Division Customer Service Department 7477 East Dry Creek Parkway Longmont Colorado 80503 303 218 4500 or 800 333 4000 Be sure to return your warranty card and let us know if you change your address This will allow us to keep you up to date with information about safety new products and options to increase your use and enjoyment of this wheelchair If you lose your war ranty card call or write and we will gladly send you a new one FOR ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS Your authorized supplier knows your wheelchair best and can answer most of your questions about chair safety use and maintenance For future reference in the following Supplier Address Telephone Serial amp Date Purchased 930578 Rev B 4 II Table of C OnE Ts 2
5. 2 Medium Range Mobile Transceivers eBuddy Button These include two way radios used in police cars fire trucks ambulances and eMicro Light taxi cabs The antenna is usually mounted on the outside of the vehicle eStar Board 3 Long Range Transceivers eWafer Board These include commercial radio and TV broadcast antenna towers ePenta Switch and amateur HAM radios ePlate Switch NOTE The following are not likely to cause EMI problems Lap top computers without eSoft Switch phone or fax Cordless phones TV sets or AM FM radios CD or tape players eGrasp Switch eWobble Switch D DISTANCE FROM THE SOURCE AWARNING AWARNING Individuals with physical limitations requiring the use of a specialty control EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as you get closer to the source input device known not to be immune to 20V m or not known should exer For this reason EMI from hand held devices is of special concern cise extra care around known sources of EMI See C 1 pg 9 A person using one of these devices can bring high levels of EM energy very close to your chair without you knowing it AWARNING E IMMUNITY LEVEL There is no way to know the effect on EMI if you add accessories or modify AWARNING this chair Any change to your chair may increase the risk of EMI Parts from other suppliers have unknown EMI properties 1 The level of EM is measured in volts per meter V m Every power wheelchair can resist EMI up to a certain level This is
6. Option pull to lock 6 or 9 extension handles All features may not be available with some chair setups or in conjunction with another chair feature Please consult your supplier for more information Your authorized supplier can also provide you with more infor mation on accessories and clothing 930578 Rev B 8 IV Notice Read Before Use A CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR amp SAFETY OPTIONS Sunrise provides a choice of many power wheelchair styles sizes and adjustments to meet the needs of the rider However final selection of a wheelchair rests solely with you and your health care professional Choosing the best chair for you depends on such things as 1 Your size disability strength balance and coordination 2 Your intended use and your level of activity 3 The types of hazards you must overcome in daily use in areas where you are likely to use your chair 4 The need for options for your safety and comfort such as positioning belts or special seat systems B ADJUST CHAIR TO YOUR ABILITY You need to work with your doctor nurse or therapist and your supplier to fit this chair and adjust the controller settings for your level of function and ability REVIEW THIS MANUAL OFTEN Before using this chair you and each person who may assist you should read this entire Manual and make sure to follow all instructions Review the warnings often until they are second nature to you D WARNINGS The word WAR
7. and result in loss of control 3 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 the tire to burst 1 Check for signs of wear and correct air pressure in pneumatic tires weekly 2 For best performance inflate tires to the same pressure level as shown on the tire sidewall e3 pneumatic casters 30 to 40 psi e12 pneumatic drive wheels 35 to 45 psi 930578 Rev B 46 XII Maintenance XII Maintenance 47 3 CAUTION To prevent tire damage eUse a hand pump or a low volume air pump to inflate tires eUse a tire gauge to check pressure F TO REPAIR OR REPLACE A TIRE Residual air pressure in tires can cause severe injury Make sure you release all air in tire before attempting to service or repair tires 1 8 Caster Wheels a Release all air from tire b Remove caster wheel from fork c Make sure there is no residual air in tire before you remove bolts that hold the two rim halves together d Remove four bolts from rim Separate two halves of rim e Repair or replace inner tube f Reassemble the caster wheel make sure the bearing spacer is in place and all four bolts are secure NOTE Use a torque setting of 240 inch pounds when tightening bolts g Mount caster wheel onto fork Install washers correctly h Inflate tire to proper pressure level 2 12 Drive Wheels a Elev
8. height c Tighten set screws 4 Footplate Angle Adjustment a Loosen the retaining bolt E in the frame tube b Reposition footplate to desired angle c Tighten bolt 930578 Rev B B 90 FOOTBOARD 1 Height Adjustment a Loosen the four clamp bolts A underneath the footboard assembly b Position footplate at desired height c The adjustment on each side of the footrest should be of equal height d Tighten nuts 2 Angle Adjustment a Loosen the four nuts B underneath the footboard assembly until the mounting tubes rotate freely b Adjust mounting tube length by sliding the tubes inward or outward so it slides easily into the sleeves c Adjust the angle of the footboard d Slide it forward or backward for correct placement e Tighten nuts C ARTICULATING LEGREST OPTIONAL 1 Installation To install or remove Articulating Legrest ALR see instructions for Swing away Footrest installa tion on page 28 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 lift release lever A up and lower legrest to desired position Legrest will automat ically lock in place Articulating Legrests 930578 Rev B 30 IX Set Up Adjustment amp Use IX Set Up Adjustment amp Use 31 D ELEVATING LEGREST OPTIONAL 1 Ins
9. in severe injury to or death of rider 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 1 Charge Rate How fast a battery will charge depends on Its electrical capacity state of charge electrolyte temperature and internal condition e The DC output of the charger The charge rate will vary if the alternating current AC supply is higher or lower than 110 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 930578 Rev B 930578 Rev B XI Batteries 41 e Never unplug charger by pulling on the electrical This will 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 e Keep cord out of the way where it will not be stepped on tripped over or damaged 3 Caution To Avoid Damage to the Battery e Make sure you use the correct setting for sealed gel batteries located on the off board charger e Never charge a frozen battery A fully charged battery will rarely freeze but the fluid in a discharged battery can freeze at 16 degrees Fa
10. in snowy or icy conditions If your chair 15 NOT equipped with the Transit Tie down option Quickie 2 500 1 Contact with water or excessive moisture can cause an electrical wheelchairs do not meet federal standards for motor vehicle seating malfunction The frame motors and other chair parts are not water tight 1 Never sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle In an accident or sudden stop and may rust or corrode from the inside To avoid a chair failure you may be thrown from the chair eMinimize exposure of your chair to a rain storm or very wet conditions eNever take your chair into a shower tub pool or sauna not use your chair in fresh or salt water such as at the edge of a stream lake or ocean eMake sure battery covers are secure eReplace joystick boot if it becomes torn or cracked eMake sure all electrical connections are secure eDry the chair as soon as you can if it gets wet or if you use water to clean it Proceed slowly and use extra care if you must operate your chair on a wet or slick surface Do so only if you are sure it is safe Stop if one or both main wheels lose traction If this occurs you may lose control of your chair or fall eNever operate your chair a slope or ramp if there is snow ice water or oil film present eWhen in doubt have someone help you When not in use keep your chair in a clean dry place AWARNING Extra caution should be used when employing either the di
11. steps easier and helps ensure a correct set up 2 Fasteners e Many of the screws and bolts on this chair are special high strength fasteners and may have special coatings e Many nuts are of the Nylock type They have a plastic insert to help prevent loosening e Only use screws bolts and nuts provided by Sunrise 1 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 disassembly To avoid damage to the frame replace all washers and spacers when you reassemble parts 4 Torque Settings e A torque setting is the optimal tightening for a particular fastener Use a torque wrench that measures inch pounds to secure screws nuts and bolts on this chair NOTE Unless otherwise noted use a torque setting of 120 inch pounds for all fasteners TOOLS YOU WILL NEED 1 Basic Tool Kit To set up adjust and maintain your chair you will need the following tools e 7 16 box and open end wrench e 1 2 box and open end wrench e 3 4 box and open end wrench e 5 32 Allen wrench e 3 16 Allen wrench e Phillips screwdriver 2 e Custom axle wrench or a 1 2 open end wrench You can obtain a multi purpose tool kit from Sunrise or buy the tools yo
12. the risk of a fall or tip over J TERRAIN 2 Modifications unauthorized by Sunrise constitutes remanufacturing of the wheel AWARNING chair This voids the warranty The rider then assumes all future liability 1 This chair is designed for use on firm even surfaces such as concrete asphalt for the wheelchair and indoor flooring H WHEN SEATED IN A PARKED WHEELCHAIR 2 Do not operate your chair in sand loose soil or over rough terrain Doing so may AWARNING damage wheels bearings axles or motors or loosen fasteners 1 Always turn off all power to your chair when you are parked even for a moment K STREET USE This will prevent AWARNING Accidental movement from contact with the joystick by you or others In most states power chairs are not legal for use on public roads Be alert to eUnintended brake release or movement from EMI sources See Section V the danger of motor vehicles on roads or in parking lots 2 Make sure that persons who help you for example store clerks are aware 1 At night or when it is hard to see use reflective tape on your chair and clothing of the joystick and do not touch it If they do your chair may move suddenly 2 It may be hard for drivers to see you Make eye contact with drivers before you when you do not expect it proceed When in doubt yield until you are sure it is safe 1 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS L MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY AWARNING AWARNING Your chair is not designed for use in a heavy rain storm or
13. with attendant Doing so is likely to cause a fall or tip over Y ESCALATORS i Never take this chair on an escalator even with an attendant Doing so is likely to cause a fall or tip over 930578 Rev B 22 VIIE Warnings Components amp Options VII Warnings Components amp Options 23 lt F FOOTRESTS If you use parts or make changes not authorized by Sunrise it may create a safety hazard and will void the Warranty ANTI TIP LEVERS Never remove or alter anti tip levers They help keep your chair from tipping over backward in normal use Make sure rubber rollers are in good condition ARMRESTS Armrests detach and will not bear the weight of this chair 1 Never lift this chair by its armrests They may come loose or break 2 Lift this chair only by non detachable parts of the main frame BATTERIES 1 Only deep cycle sealed case construction batteries should be used in this device 2 To prevent an acid spill always keep batteries upright wet batteries 3 Never smoke or hold an open flame near batteries They are a known explosion hazard 4 Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you handle batteries 5 Read all of section XI Batteries before attempting to change or charge batteries CUSHIONS amp SLING SEATS 1 Quickie sling seats 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
14. 30 F To Adjust the Height of the Remote 30 G Remote Joystick Swing Away Retractable Mount Optional 31 H Solid Back And Seat Insert sciscusscvvsavesessvsessvecueseyeceedsoapecossxanveanteseeeeves 31 I nnasshisnsstesssiesccetasasebesesenssesusesssssrssceesssepaccessassoeeunats 31 J Height Adjustable Armrest 32 K Adjustable Locking Flip up Armrest Optional 32 L Seat Depth M Tilt In Space Mechanism No Nonbilk wwisssssnawedivvesectsosdsacesasxacdsveasasassesensssasssesetsss coda coasstenssdaaxouisesavass Strut Check Out X OPERATING GUIDE A Performance Control SettingS scscesesrsacenessasassespesasisassessee 35 QTRONIX Programming Pad Optional ssssssssissssssssssssscsssssssinssssnsssnsssssosss 35 Ge Thermal Roll ERANS NENEA 36 D Circuit Breaker Sis E aSK r aK RE NARKA ERAS 36 Es Joystick cesta pes opera SEENEN a 36 F Motor 38 9 is dogansiquaganto 39 39 B Batte
15. Check and adjust the settings every six to twelve months or more often if needed 4 Adjust the control settings immediately if you notice any change in your ability to eControl the joystick eHold your torso erect eAvoid running into objects 0 STRUT TUBES 1 Width Adjustment a Replace the three strut tubes and release bar with larger or smaller sizes Strut tubes and release bars are available from your authorized supplier NOTE ON WIDTH ADJUSTMENT Size changes may require a larger seat insert and footplates 15 and 16 widths receive adult hangers CHECK OUT 5 Control Settings are adjusted through the use of the Quickie QTRONIX Programmer After the wheelchair is assembled and adjusted it See your supplier if you do not own a Quickie QTRONIX Programmer pad should roll smoothly and easily All accessories should B QTRONIX PROGRAMMING PAD OPTIONAL also perform smoothly If you have any problems gt gt gt follow these procedures AWARNING 1 Review Set up Adjustment amp Use sections to Program settings beyond the ability of the rider es make sure chair was properly prepared can result in serious injury Consult your health 2 2 If your problem persists contact your autho care advisor before you alter settings T rized supplier If you still have a problem after 1 Notes contacting your authorized supplier contact The Qtronix Programmer lets you adjust th
16. D BATTERY MAINTENANCE AWARNING 1 To prevent an acid spill always keep batteries upright 2 Never smoke or hold an open flame near batteries 3 Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you handle batteries 1 Maintenance Schedule This varies for different types of batteries Always follow the instructions supplied with your batteries 578 Rev B NOTE Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you handle or service batteries 2 Adding Water Wet Cells Only e Wet type lead acid batteries need periodic replacement of water lost due to evaporation NOTE Use distilled water only e 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 quar ter of an inch of fluid above the internal plates Do not overfill 3 Corrosion Check battery terminals often for corrosion a If corrosion is present use a wire brush to clean the terminals NOTE Always wear safety glasses and rubber gloves b Use baking soda to neutralize acid c Use petroleum jelly to re grease the terminals after connecting cables to battery Completely cover the terminal nut and bolt cable clip and any exposed cable with jelly For Answers To Questions Contact your supplier E PNEUMATIC TIRES Ali a 1 Do not use this chair if any of the tires are under or over inflated 2 Low pressure in a tire may cause the chair to veer to one side
17. E BOTTOM VIEW OF CONTROLLER S POD CONNECTOR PINOUT POSMVE NEGATIVE 1 BATTERY POSITIVE 4 JS PROT BRAKE BRAKE POSTIVE NEGATIVE motor motor 3 SPEED LIMIT POSMIVE NEGATIVE 2 BATTERY NEGATIVE REAN J mi MI M2 x LEFT Na RIGHT MOTOR MOTOR BLACK 12 BRAKE RELEASE SOLENOID 12 BRAKE BLACK RED RELEASE MOTOR MOTOR SOLENOID LEAD LEAD RIGHT MOTOR dJ Front Battery Box Rear Battery Box RED BLACK BLACK BLACK MOTOR MOTOR a a LEAD LEAD q LEFT MOTOR i al 930578 Rev 1 LIMITED WARRANTY Sunrise Medical warrants components of this wheelchair against defects in materials and work manship from the original date of purchase from Sunrise Medical as follows Silver Warranty Package Five 5 years Base Frame Seat Frame Interface Brackets and Structural Components One 1 year Motors Gearbox Electronic Components 8 Actuators Tilt Recline Lift Power Legs Ninety 90 days Wheels Upholstery Plastic or Rubber Parts amp Painted Surfaces Six 6 months All other Original Components This limited warranty only applies to the original owner of this power wheelchair 2 REPLACEMENT PARTS WARRA
18. NING refers to a hazard or unsafe practice that may cause severe injury or death to you or to other persons The Warnings are in four main sections as follows 1 V EMI Here you will learn about electromagnetic interference and how it can affect your chair 2 VI GENERAL WARNINGS Here you will find a safety checklist and a summary of risks you need to be aware of before you ride this chair 3 VII WARNINGS COMPONENTS amp OPTIONS Here you will learn about your chair Consult your supplier and your health care professional to help you choose the best set up and options for your safety 4 XI BATTERIES Here you will learn about battery and charger safety and how to avoid injury NOTE Where they apply you will also find Warnings in other sections of this Manual 930578 Rev B VEE MIM Electromagnetic Interference 9 AWARNING Heed all warnings to reduce the risk of unintended brake release or chair movement 1 Beware of the danger from hand held transceivers Never turn on or use a hand held transceiver while power to your chair is on Use extra care if you believe that such a device may be in use near your chair 2 Be aware of nearby radio or TV stations and avoid coming close to them 3 If unintended movement occurs turn your chair off as soon as it is safe to do so A WHAT IS EMI AWARNING 1 EMI means electromagnetic EM interference I EMI comes from radio wave sources such as rad
19. NTY If an item is replaced under warranty that items new warranty period shall be the greater of the remaining original item s warranty or One 1 year Base Frame Seat Frame Interface Brackets and Structural Components Six 6 months Motors Gearbox All Electronic Components amp Actuators Tilt Recline Lift Power Legs Thirty 30 days Wheels Upholstery Plastic or Rubber Parts amp Painted Surfaces Ninety 90 days All other Original Components 3 LIMITATIONS a We do not warrant damage due to eNeglect misuse or improper installation or repair e Use of parts or changes not authorized by Sunrise e Exceeding the weight limit of 150 pounds b This warranty is void if the original chair serial number tag is removed or altered c This warranty applies in the USA only Check with your supplier to find out if international warranties apply 4 WHAT WE WILL DO Our sole liability is to repair or replace covered parts This is your only remedy for consequential damages 5 WHAT YOU MUST DO a Return the warranty card b Obtain from us while this warranty is in effect prior approval for return or repair of cov ered parts c Return the wheelchair or part s freight pre paid to Sunrise Mobility Products Division at 2842 Business Park Ave Fresno CA 93727 1328 d Pay the cost of labor to install or repair parts 6 NOTICE TO CONSUMER There are no other express warranties To the extent permitted by law any
20. afe use by your health care professional 2 Every wheelchair is different Take the time to learn the feel of this chair before you begin riding 3 Be aware that you must develop your own methods for the safe use of the chair that are best suited to your level of function and ability 4 Have someone help you practice bending reaching and transferring until you learn how to do them safely 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 NOTICE TO ATTENDANTS AWARNING Make sure you heed all warnings and follow all instructions in each section of this manual Be aware that warnings that apply to the rider also apply to you Notes 1 You need to work with the rider and the rider s doctor nurse or therapist to develop safe methods best suited to your abilities and those of the rider 2 To manually push the chair you must release the motor locks eMake sure you have full control over the chair when you release the motor locks When you do so the chair will not have brakes 3 Propel this chair by the push handles only They provide secure points for you to hold the rear of the chair to prevent a fall or tip over eCheck to make sure push handle grips will not rotate or slip off HELPING THE RIDER OVERCOME AN OBSTACLE 1 prevent injury to your back use good posture and proper body mechanics Whe
21. ame or high heat near battery during charging eNever allow metal tools or chair parts to make direct contact across both battery terminals Never look directly into cells when charging battery Always 1 2 35 Use the charger that comes with your wheelchair Read and follow all instructions and warnings Make sure room is well ventilated Turn off all power to your chair 4 Connect and disconnect battery cables with cau tion Only connect the charger to the power supply after the charger has been connected to the chair 930578 Rev B 5 Make sure to allow enough time to fully charge batteries 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 Charge batteries by engaging the battery charger connector A to the charger programming port B located on the joystick F DISPOSING OF BATTERIES AWARNING 1 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 930578 Rev B 44 XII Maintenance XII Maintenance 45 930 A NOTES 1 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
22. are at risk that they will occur you may need a special seat system or a device to control your posture eConsult your doctor nurse or therapist to find out if you need such a device for your well being FASTENERS 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 1 Only use fasteners provided by Sunrise 2 If fasteners become loose tighten them as soon as you can 3 Over or under tightened fasteners may fail or cause damage to chair parts eSee Section IX for proper torque settings 930578 Rev B 1 At the lowest point footrests should be at least 2 1 2 inches 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 fall when you transfer eMake sure your feet do not hang up or get caught in the space between the footrests eAvoid putting weight on the footrests as the chair may tip forward eRemove or swing the footrests out of the way if possible 3 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 MOTOR LOCKS 1 Do not engage or disengage motor locks unless power to the chair is off 2 Be aware that the chair will not have brakes when motor locks are in the free wheel positi
23. ate and securely support chair so that wheel is off the ground Release all air from tire Remove plastic dome plug Remove lock nut and tab washer Remove wheel Repair or replace inner tube Install wheel on chair by replacing center tab washer and lock nut Use a torque setting of 420 in lbs to re tighten nut Bend washer tabs up to secure nut and install plastic dome plug g Inflate tire to proper pressure level listed on tire sidewall moan o 930578 Rev B G MOTOR BRUSHES Check the motor brushes every four 4 months for wear The brushes should be clean and shiny Replace worn or blackened brushes H ORDERING PARTS When you order parts provide the following 1 Model of chair 2 Serial number of chair 3 Left hand or right hand control 4 Part number description and quantity of parts you need 5 State reason for replacement I MAINTENANCE CHART You should check the items on this chart at the indicated intervals If any of the items are loose worn bent or distorted immediately have them checked and or repaired by your authorized Sunrise supplier Frequent maintenance and servicing will improve per formance extend wheelchair life and help prevent injuries 2 CHECK 9 Remove and inspect motor brushes Servicing by authorized Supplier 930578 Rev B 48 XIII Wiring DER ea XIV Sunrise Limited Warranty 49 CONTROL CONNECTION DETAILS REFERENC
24. called its immunity level REPORT ALL SUSPECTED EMI INCIDENTS 2 The higher the immunity level the less the risk of EMI It is believed that a AWARNING 20 V m immunity level will protect the power wheelchair user from the more commonesources OF radio waves You should promptly report any unintended movement or brake release 3 The configuration tested and found to be immune to at least 20 V m is Be sure to indicate whether there was a radio wave source near your chair Quickie Z 500 power wheelchair with a right hand mounted QTRONIX remote joy at the time Contact Customer Service Department at 800 333 4000 stick system single post height adjustable armrests 90 hangers 13 seat width 15 seat depth and 22NF gel cell batteries 4 The following specialty input devices have an unknown effect on the immunity level because they have not been tested with the Z 500 eBreath Control eTri Switch Head Array eHeavy Duty Switched Joystick eTreadle Switch eRibbon Switch eProximity Head Array eZero Touch Switch e4 Zero Touch Switch e5 Zero Touch Switch eDisc Switch eProportional Head Control eProportional Mini Joystick Chin Control 930578 Rev B 930578 Rev B VI AGeneral Warnings AWARNING Heed all warnings in this section If you fail to do so a fall tip over or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to your or others A NOTICE TO RIDER AWARNING 1 Before using this chair you should be trained in its s
25. debris water or moisture to enter If the boot is torn or cracked replace it as soon as you can e Green lights indicate that batteries are fully 7 Remote Switch Jacks optional 1 charged Remote Joystick Two 1 8 mono jacks are optional to provide remote switch control of the on off e Yellow lights indicate that batteries need power function and the mode select function Any of the single switches offered by recharging Sunrise Medical can be used to connect to either or both of these jacks except the e When the lights stay in the red band single zero touch switch the batteries must be recharged 930578 Rev B 930578 Rev B 38 X Operating Guide Mo Batteries 39 A INTRODUCTION 1 Notes 1 Never use the ON OFF switch to stop your e Batteries supply the power for your chair They contain a finite amount of ener chair except in an emergency This will result gy and have limits on how long they can store and supply energy in an abrupt stop and may cause you to fall e You can charge batteries only a certain number of times before they will fail and 2 To slow or stop your chair return the joystick no longer hold a charge to neutral For answers to questions about batteries consult your supplier F MOTOR LOCKS 2 Use Proper Batteries Your chair operates on two 12 volt batteries They should be 22 NF or 1 size with a minimum of 30 ampere hour rating Only deep cycle sealed case construction should be us
26. dy forward slightly as you go up over an obstacle 4 Lean or press your body uphill This will help ePress your upper body backward as you go down from a higher to a lower level adjust for a change in the center of balance R DRIVING IN REVERSE caused by the slope Fig 1 5 Keep your chair moving at a slow steady speed Use extra care when you drive your chair in reverse You may lose control or fall Keep control over the chair at all times if one of the rear wheels hits an object e0n a descent do not let your chair accelerate 1 Operate your chair slowly and at an even speed beyond its normal speed 2 Stop often and check to make sure your path is clear of obstacles elf the chair picks up speed center the joystick to slow down or stop Pe RAMPS SLOPES amp SIDEHILLS NOTE The solid state controller of your chair has logic system that will help control your The center of balance of your chair changes when you are on a slope speed when driving on a slope or uphill NOTE Slope includes a ramp or sidehill Your chair is less stable when it is at an elf you stop re start slowly angle Never use this chair on a slope unless you are sure it is safe When in 6 Never use rear wheel locks to try to slow or stop doubt have someone help you your chair This is likely to cause the chair to Beware Of veer out of control 1 Steep slopes Do Not use this chair on a slope steeper than 10 A 10 slope means One foot in ele
27. e control 1 ie Sunrise customer service See the introduction settings of the Z 500 You can customize a program for gt QUICK page for details on how to contact your autho yourself or select the standard program rized supplier or Sunrise customer service e acceleration rate e deceleration rate A e turn acceleration turn deceleration e forward speed max amp min e reverse speed max amp min e turn speed max amp min e steer correct 4 axis joystick throw e sleep timer 2 To Program Your Chair a Turn off power to the chair b Insert Qtronix Programmer plug A into the Programmer Charger socket on the front of the remote joystick c Turn on power to the chair program as needed d Remove plug and cycle ON OFF switch to drive chair NOTE Review the Qtronix Programmer Owner s Manual for more details on how to program your chair 930578 Rev B 930578 Rev B 36 X Operating Guide EE Operating Guide 37 NOTE Program settings that are not matched for the 3 On Off switch D capabilities of the rider can result in serious The on off mode switch is located on the rear face of the joystick housing It is a tog injury Do not alter settings without the advice gle switch Turning the chair on or off is accomplished by pressing the switch down of your health care professional ward The switch will automatically return to the center point Alternate locations exist for this switch Please se
28. e your supplier in the event that you wish to relocate or pi re orient this switch Your chair has a thermal roll back circuit This protects 4 Mode Switch D 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 THERMAL ROLL BACK The on off mode switch allows you to select from 5 five different programmable drive profiles or actuator mode sets allows the chair to operate at a reduced speed When the e Push up the on off mode select toggle switch to index among the five drive and controller cools the chair will return to normal speed actuator modes The selected mode indicator will flash e Push joystick either left or right to select one of the five drive profiles To select D CIRCUIT BREAKERS the actuator modes push the mode select switch twice 1 Notes e The drive profiles are indicated by the mode indicators G and the actuators are indicated by the four actuator lights H e To exit drive or actuator mode select simply push the on off mode toggle up one or more times until the indicator no longer flashes or push the joystick for ward or reverse to begin driving 5 JOYSTICK E The joystick controls the direction and speed of your chair Turn the chair on and move the joystick in the direction you want to go Your Quickie Z 500 has two battery boxes with a circuit breaker on each box e In
29. ed in this device When you buy a replacement insist on a deep cycle sealed case type Do not use a car starter battery 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 It is best to limit the length of your trips until you break the batteries in and Disconnect the motor locks when you need to manually push the chair For example in an emergency or if batteries fail 1 Do not disengage motor locks unless power to the chair is off 2 Be aware that the chair will not have brakes in the free wheel position 3 Make sure that the person pushing the chair has you know the range of your chair full control when motor locks are disengaged 4 Discharged Batteries 1 Disengage Motor Locks e Never allow a battery to completely discharge If you operate your wheelchair a Turn the levers both left and right side inward until it has almost stopped you will greatly reduce the life of your batteries to the free wheel position e Never let a battery sit in a discharged condition Give unused or stored batteries 2 Engage Motor Locks a full charge once per month a Turn the levers both left and right side outward e Always fully charge the batteries Avoid topping off with frequent charges into the drive position Never connect a life support or auxiliary device to a wheelchair battery The electrical system may fail and result
30. es into battery boxes Batteries weigh up to 40 pounds Lifting batter ies may cause back strain If you fail to heed these warnings severe injury may occur to you 2 Connect the red lead to the positive terminal and the black lead to the negative terminal Do this for each battery battery box combination 3 Tighten all terminal fasteners using two wrenches 4 Place the battery lids on the bases and secure with the battery box strap Never make direct contact across both battery terminals as an explosion may occur A spark may result in an explosion and or fire resulting in severe injury or death 930578 Rev B 42 XI Mi IB GRE GPRS 43 E CHARGING BATTERIES AWARNING To avoid the risk of severe injury or death from electrical shock fire or explosion while charging 1 Never connect charger to a 240 volt source The mains input voltage is 110 volts Never touch the charger after it is connected to an electrical outlet This may cause electrical shock eNever connect or disconnect charger from battery while there is power to the charger Never use an extension cord Use of an improper cord could damage the charger or cause a fire or electrical shock battery emits explosive hydrogen gas during charging To reduce the risk of fire or explosion eMake sure area is well vented Never charge bat tery in a closed in area eNever smoke or allow a spark fl
31. g forward 1 Stay behind the chair 2 Face the curb and tilt the chair up on the rear wheels so that the front casters clear the curb or step 3 Move forward placing the front casters on the upper level as soon as you are sure they are past the edge 4 Continue forward until the rear wheels contact the face of the curb or step Lift and roll the rear wheels to the upper level B TO DESCEND A CURB OR SINGLE STEP lt The following is one way to safely help rider descend curb or single step going backward 1 Stay at the rear of the chair 2 Several feet before you reach the edge of the curb or step turn the chair around and pull it backward 3 Proceed carefully Look over your shoulder and carefully step back until you are off the curb or stair and standing on the lower level 4 Pull the chair toward you until the rear wheels reach the edge of the curb or step Then allow the rear wheels to slowly roll down onto the lower level 5 When the rear wheels are safely on the lower level tilt the chair back to its balance point This will lift the front casters off the curb or step 6 Keep the chair in balance and take small steps backward Be sure to look where you are going Turn the chair around and gently lower front casters to the ground 930578 Rev B IX Set Up Adjustment amp Use 27 NOTES 1 Work Surface For Set Up Use a flat surface such as a table to assemble adjust and check your chair This makes the
32. hrenheit minus 9 degrees Centigrade If you suspect a battery is frozen thaw it before charging Lead acid 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 C ACID BURNS UNSEALED WET CELL BATTERIES Acid in batteries is corrosive It can cause serious burns to the eyes and skin and can damage floors furniture clothing and your wheelchair 1 Use extreme care not to spill acid when you handle batteries Keep batteries upright 2 Avoid contact of acid with bare skin or clothing 3 Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you handle batteries 4 If acid contacts your skin or clothing wash immediately with soap and water 5 If acid contacts your eyes immediately flood eyes with cold running water for at least 15 minutes Seek medical attention immediately 930578 Rev B D CONNECTING BATTERIES IN BATTERY BOX ES 1 Batteries weigh up to 40 lbs Take care to avoid injury when lifting 2 Keep batteries upright Take care not to spill acid 3 Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you handle batteries 4 Before working around batteries remove all metal personal effects such as necklaces rings watches pins and other metal jewelry that might contact a battery terminal and cause a short 1 Lift batteri
33. il to do so the locks may not work 930578 Rev B VII Warnings Components amp Options 25 M SEATING SYSTEMS 1 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 UPHOLSTERY FABRIC 1 Replace worn or torn seat sling or seat back fabric 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 fraying thin spots or stretching of fabric at rivet holes Replace fabric as required 3 Dropping down into sling seat will weaken fabric and result in the need to inspect and replace sling on a more frequent basis 4 Be aware that washing may reduce flame retardation of the fabric 930578 Rev B 26 VIII Tips For Atendan 1 Persons who help a rider do one of the following tasks should review and heed the warnings Notice to Attendants and all warnings in this Manual for that task 2 The Tips that follow are suggestions only Be aware that you will need to learn safe methods best suited to the rider and to your abilities Consult your health care professional for instructions A TO CLIMB A CURB OR SINGLE STEP The following is one way to safely help a rider climb a curb or single step goin
34. implied warranty including a warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited to a One 1 year from the first consumer purchase and b Repair or replacement of the defective part only This warranty gives you certain legal rights You may also have other rights that vary from state to state 930578 Rev B SUNRISE MEDICAL Sunrise Medical Inc 7477 East Dry Creek Parkway Longmont Colorado 80503 USA 800 333 4000 In Canada 800 263 3390 O 2006 Sunrise Medical 12 06 930578 Rev B
35. io transmitters and transceivers A transceiver is a device that both sends and receives radio wave signals 2 There are a number of sources of intense EMI in your daily environment Some of these are obvious and easy to avoid Others are not and you may not be able to avoid them 3 Powered wheelchairs may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference EMI emitted from sources such as radio stations TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters two way radios and cellular phones 4 EMI can also be produced by conducted sources or electro static discharge ESD B WHAT EFFECT CAN EMI HAVE AWARNING 1 EMI can cause your chair without warning to eRelease its brakes eMove by itself eMove in unintended directions If any of these occurs it could result in severe injury to you or others 2 EMI can damage the control system of your chair This could create a safety hazard and lead to costly repairs C SOURCES OF EMI AWARNING The sources of EMI fall into three broad types 1 Hand Held Transceivers The antenna is usually mounted directly on the unit These include Citizens band CB radios e Walkie talkies eSecurity fire and police radios eCellular phones eLap top computers with phone or fax eOther personal communication devices NOTE These devices can transmit signals while they are on even if not in use 930578 Rev B 10 V EMT Electro m araneae Interference R Electromagnetic Interference 11
36. ir tips DRESSING OR CHANGING CLOTHES AWARNING 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 930578 Rev B 18 VI AGeneral Warnings A General Warnings 19 Q OBSTACLES T TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FALL TIP OVER OR LOSS OF CONTROL Obstacles you may have to overcome in daily use include door thresholds lifts ramps and hazards such as potholes and broken pavement These can damage 1 Never use your chair on a slope unless you are your chair and may cause a fall tip over or loss of control sure you can do so without losing traction 1 Be aware that thresholds are very dangerous Even a small change in height 2 Always go as straight up and as straight down as may stop a caster wheel and cause your chair to tip You may need to you can eRemove or cover threshold strips between rooms Do not cut the corner on slope or ramp eInstall a ramp at entry or exit doors not turn or change direction on a slope 2 Keep your eyes moving when you ride scan the area well ahead of your chair 3 Always stay in the center of the ramp Make sure 3 Make sure the floor areas where you use this chair are level and free of obstacles ramp is wide enough that you are not at risk 4 To help correct your center of balance that a wheel may roll off the side Fig 1 eLean your upper bo
37. lp you move from one level to another 1 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 accident and cause your chair to drive off the platform Be aware that a roll stop at the end of the platform may not pre vent this 2 Make sure there is not a lip or drop off at the top or bottom of the platform These may cause a fall or tip over When in doubt have someone help you 3 Be sure individual is securely positioned before transporting to a lift and into the vehicle 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 Slowly try again 930578 Rev B 1 Your chair is not designed to drive up or down a curb or step more than two 2 inches high Doing so may eResult in a fall or tip over eDamage the frame wheels axles or other chair parts or loosen fasteners 2 prevent a fall or tip over use wheelchair access ramps or have someone help you 3 If you must climb or descend curb or step alone do so at your own risk and use extreme care eGo as straight up or straight down as you can Never turn or climb or descend at an angle as a fall or tip over is likely eProceed slowly at a steady speed 4 Make sure that persons who assist you review the Tips For Attendants and heed all warnings X STAIRS 16 Never use this chair go up or down stairs even
38. n you Lift or support the rider or tilt the chair bend your knees slightly and keep your back as upright and straight as you can 2 Before each maneuver tell the rider what you plan to do and explain what you expect the rider to do This will put the rider at ease and reduce the risk of an accident 3 Go straight up and straight down a curb or stair If you turn or climb or descend at an angle a fall or tip over is likely 4 Remind the rider to lean back when you tilt the chair backward 5 Lower the chair slowly Do not let the chair drop to the pavement or ground Doing so may damage the chair or injure the rider 930578 Rev B General Warnings 13 CONTROLLER SETTINGS SAFETY CHECK LIST CHANGES amp ADJUSTMENTS C WEIGHT LIMIT AWARNING 1 Never exceed a total weight of 150 pounds 68 kilograms for rider plus items carried 2 Never use this chair for weight training if the total weight rider plus additional weights exceeds 150 pounds 3 Exceeding the weight limit is likely to damage the seat frame or fasteners and may cause severe injury to you or others from chair failure 4 Exceeding the weight limit will void the warranty AWARNING Be aware that you may need to adjust the controller settings of your chair to reduce the risk of a collision fall or tip over 1 Check and adjust the settings every six to twelve months or more often if needed 2 Consult your supplier to adjust the control setti
39. ngs immediately if you notice any change in your ability to eControl the joystick eHold your torso erect eAvoid running into objects AWARNING Read Section V to learn about EMI To reduce the risk of unintended brake release or chair movement 1 Never turn on or use a hand held transceiver while power to your chair is on Use extra care if you believe that such a device may be in use near you chair 2 Be aware of nearby radio or TV stations and avoid coming close to them 3 If unintended movement or brake release occurs turn your chair off as soon as it is safe AWARNING Before each use of this chair 1 Make sure the chair operates smoothly Check for noise vibration or a change in ease of use They may indicate low tire pressure loose fasteners or damage to your chair elf you detect a problem make sure to repair or adjust the chair Your supplier can help you find and correct the problem 2 Make sure batteries are charged Green lights on charge indicator will light up when charge is full Yellow lights indicate battery charge level is getting low Red lights indicate batteries are in immediate need of charging AWARNING Never use non Quickie parts or make a changes to your chair unless authorized by Sunrise Doing so will void the Warranty and may create a safety hazard 930578 Rev B 14 VI AGeneral Warnings General Warnings 15 1 If you modify or adjust this chair it may increase
40. o bolts securing the backrest pivot onto the seat frame b Position the backrest pivot plate in the pre drilled holes on the frame c Replace bolts and tighten securely NOTE This adjustment may also require repositioning the seat to back bracket underneath the solid seat into the second set of mounting holes M TILT IN SPACE MECHANISM The tilt in space mechanism is installed at Sunrise A cable trigger mechanism positively locks in place from 90 to 145 1 Adjustment a Loosen jam by turning it clockwise b Turn the cable adjuster piece until looseness is removed from cable c Tighten jam nut NOTE With 15 and 16 frames two tilt in space mechanisms are required N NONTILT A 15 angle adjustment is standard on all Quickie Z 500 wheelchairs with a nontilt option 1 Nontilt Bracket Adjustment a Remove the lower securing bolt A on the nontilt bracket b Set at desired angle There are five holes in 3 increments to choose from c Reinstall the bolt and tighten securely IMPORTANT NOTE Do not position the front seat height lower than the rear 930578 Rev B 34 IX Set Up Adjustment amp Use X Operating Guide 35 A PERFORMANCE CONTROL SETTINGS 1 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 settings for you 3
41. oid a fall or tip over N TRANSFERS AWARNING It is dangerous to transfer on your own It requires good balance and agility Be aware that there is a point during every transfer when the wheelchair seat is not below you To avoid a fall 1 Always turn off power before you transfer to or from 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 2 Make sure motor locks are engaged This keeps the chair from moving when you transfer 3 Work with your health care professional to learn safe methods eLearn how to position your body and how to support yourself during a transfer eHave 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 If possible use a transfer board 5 Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible 6 Be careful of the footrests If you can remove or swing them out of the way eNever stand on footrests when you transfer Doing so may damage them or cause your chair to tip eMake sure your feet do not hang up or get caught in the space between the footrests 7 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 930578 Rev B VI General Warnings 17 0 REACHING OR LEANING AWARNING Reaching or leaning affects the cente
42. on 3 Make sure that the person pushing the chair has full control when motor locks are disengaged ON OFF SWITCH 1 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 PNEUMATIC TIRES Proper inflation extends the life of your tires and makes your chair easier to use 1 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 3 An over inflated tire may burst 4 Never use a gas station air pump to inflate a tire Such pumps provide air at high volume and could cause the tire to burst To prevent tire damage eUse a hand pump or low volume air pump to inflate tires eUse a tire gauge to check pressure 5 Driving over sharp objects may cause damage to pneumatic tires and tubes 930578 Rev B 24 V IIE Warnings Components amp Options J POSITIONING BELTS OPTIONAL Use a positioning belt only to help support your e Improper use of such belts may cause severe injury or death 1 Make sure you are not at risk to slide down in the wheelchair seat If this occurs you may suffer chest compression or suffocate due to pressure from the belt 2 A pelvic wedge or a similar device can help kee
43. osition against armpost d Push arm pad until upper armpost locks firmly into place 3 Removing Armrest a Rotate release lever to first stop 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 K ADJUSTABLE LOCKING FLIP UP ARMREST OPTIONAL 1 Adjustment a Loosen clamp bolts b Move clamp up or down backrest posts to desired position c Tighten bolts 930578 Rev B IX Set Up Adjustment amp Use 33 Height Adjustable Armrest Key 1 Outer armpost Standard receiver Release lever Armrest pad Transfer bar Side panel Outer armpost tension adjustment set screws 8 Inner armpost 9 Receiver adjustment bolts 10 Release Lever NOOR WP 2 Angle Adjustment a Loosen bolt b Set armrest at desired angle using preset holes in armrest angle A plate c Tighten bolt L SEAT DEPTH The solid back has an adjustment range of 6 1 Adjustment a Remove the tw
44. p you from sliding down in the seat Consult your health care professional to find out if you need such a device 3 The belt must be snug but must not be so tight that it interferes 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 5 Never use a positioning belt eIn place of a motor vehicle seat belt In an accident or sudden stop you may be thrown from the chair A positioning belt will not prevent this and further injury may result from the belt As a restraint A restraint requires a doctor s order 0 a rider who is comatose or agitated K PUSH HANDLES 1 Push handles provide secure points for an attendant to propel 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 L REAR WHEEL LOCKS OPTIONAL lt If you request them we will install rear wheel locks at Sunrise 1 Rear wheel locks are not designed to slow or stop a moving wheelchair Never apply them when your chair is moving Doing so may cause you to veer out of control eUse wheel locks only to keep the rear wheels from rolling when your chair is at a complete stop 2 Low pressure in a rear tire may cause the wheel lock on that side to slip and may allow the wheel to turn when you do not expect it 3 Make sure lock arms embed in tires at least 3 8 inch when locked If you fa
45. parts will make your chair easier to use 3 protect your investment have all major service and repair work done by your supplier AWARNING 1 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 47 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 service of your chair performed by a supplier B CLEANING 1 Paint Finish e Clean the paint finish with mild soapy water monthly e Protect the paint with a coat of non abrasive auto wax every three months 2 Motors e Clean around motor area weekly with a slightly damp not wet cloth e Wipe off or blow away any fluff dust or dirt on or around the motors NOTE You do not need to grease or oil the chair 3 Upholstery e Hand wash only as needed Machine washing may damage fabric e Drip dry only Heat from a dryer may damage fabric NOTE Washing the fabric may decrease fire retardant properties C STORAGE TIPS 1 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 See p 47 3 If you store this chair for more than three months have it inspected by a supplier before use
46. r of balance of your chair If done improp erly 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 1 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 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 This may cause the chair to tip if you lean too far 6 Never reach or lean over the top of the seat back This may damage the backrest and cause you to fall IF YOU MUST REACH OR LEAN DO SO AT YOUR OWN RISK Remember to 1 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 possible This makes the chair more stable NOTE 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 4 Firmly grasp a rear wheel or an armrest with one hand This will help to prevent a fall if the cha
47. ry Charger casas daascawanausssnacsvarssuscseestiwacesspeusessanasaaatseness 39 Ce Acid BUNS saves pereira pera sra sata 40 D Connecting Batteries in Battery Box es 41 E Charging Batteries s sssisssscscccessevsssssvenssbsoavscssssesssecesccsvcdsascseasssvstveesesees 42 F Disposing Of Batteries XII MAINTENANCE A Notes Cloanind somas sessao aaada sro S andado Donna a aa EAEEREN ERAS Ce Storage scuvees vs dqgavsavececesesvacecdacdvievesccesvesvecoasees D Battery Maintenance E Pneumatic F To Repair or Replace Tire 46 G Motor BUSHES scscccsdeccscricnsastnasigseeeavtanssdesscass Pense ren cana ce Rosales H Ordering Parts I Maintenance Chart WIRING DIAGRAM ji isccsccsssscesscssscnessooscessasssestvsssndensenstoorscsasiversessacxseveases XIV SUNRISE LIMITED WARRANTY ccccccccssssssssseeecceceeeeeceseseesesnnaneees 49 930578 Rev B 6 III Your Chair amp Its Parts 1 2 7 3 8 9 4 10 5 15 6 Quickie Z 500 930578 Rev B HR WU N PR Stroller handle Solid back Joystick Swing away hanger Footplate Swing away release latch Tilt in space mechanism release lever oa 10 11 12 13 14 15 Armrest Strut tube Backrest pivot plate Motors Battery boxe
48. s Caster tire Caster housing 12 Drive wheels TIT Chair amp Its Your Paris 7 Weight 65 lbs with swing away footrests and armrests without batteries Drive Wheels 12 Mag Tire types Standard pneumatic Option airless insert Joystick Standard remote right hand or left hand mount Option Swing away retractable heavy duty remote or heavy duty swing away retractable Batteries 2 deep cycle batteries required to operate chair Option group 22 NF lead acid 22 NF gel U1 lead acid U1 gel Battery Charger Standard dual mode Lester Color Standard blue black red midnight purple pearl pink forest green burgundy yellow blue green black opal toxic green blue velvet candy teal candy purple Seat Frame Dimensions Seat width 12 14 Option 15 16 Seat depth 10 15 Back Seat Options Standard Stroller handles Option removable extensions Backheight Standard 11 12 13 14 15 16 Upholstery color Options Standard black Option blue red hot pink Footrest Standard Swing away with composite footplates and heel loops Option articulating legrests elevat ing legrests angle adjustable foot plate extended platform flip up toe loops footrest ext tubes Casters Standard 8 pneumatic Option 8 airless insert Armrest Standard height adjustable with Standard or full length pad Option adjustable locking flip up Wheel Locks Standard push to lock
49. sc switch or the proximity head array as control devices These two devices are susceptible to malfunction when wet 930578 Rev B eWheelchair belts are designed to position the rider only and will not pro tect you in an accident further injury may result from the belts 2 Always move to an approved vehicle seat You must be secured with proper motor vehicle restraints 3 Never transport this chair in the front seat of a vehicle It may shift and interfere with the driver 4 Always secure this chair so that it cannot roll or shift If your chair is equipped with the Transit Tie Down Option see the Transit Tie Down owners manual for appropriate warnings set up and usage M CENTER OF BALANCE AWARNING The point where this chair will tip forward back or to the side depends on its center of balance and stability The Center Of Balance Is Affected By 1 The seat height and seat angle 2 A change in your body position posture or weight distribution 3 Using this chair on a ramp or slope 4 The use of a back pack or other options and the amount of added weight 930578 Rev B 16 VI AGeneral Warnings To Reduce The Risk Of A Fall Or Tip Over 1 Consult your supplier for information on modifications authorized by Sunrise before you modify or adjust this chair NOTE You may need to make additional changes to correct the center of bal ance 2 Use extreme care until you know the balance points of this chair and how to av
50. sh outward on the inside of joystick b Push joystick away from front of armrest until it locks into retracted position c To return to forward position push joystick forward until it locks into place H SOLID BACK AND SEAT INSERT 1 Installation a Place the solid back hook clamps A on the push handles b Position solid seat on the top of front frame and press down until the saddles B are secured on the frame c Insert the quick release pins C through the mounting hole on the hook clamps I WHEEL LOCKS Quickie wheelchairs are shipped with high mount wheel locks Wheel locks are installed at Sunrise unless you have requested otherwise Use a torque setting of 100 in lbs when setting up wheel locks 1 High Mount Wheel Lock a Loosen the screws on the top of each clamp Do not attempt to remove one screw at a time b Slide assembly toward rear wheel until clamp D embeds into tire to prevent wheel movement when in locked position c Adjust angle position d Tighten screws 930578 Rev B 32 IX Set Up Adjustment amp Use J HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE ARMRESTS OPTIONAL 1 Installation a Slide the outer armpost into the receiver mount ed to the wheelchair frame b The armrest will automatically lock into place 2 Height Adjustment a Rotate release lever to second stop b Slide armrest pad up or down to desired height c Return lever to locked p
51. tallation To install or remove Elevating Legrest ELR see instructions for Swing away Footrest installation on page 28 2 Adjustment a To raise legrest lift to desired position Legrest will automatically Lock in place b To lower legrest while seated in chair lift legrest slightly while pressing release lever down and lower legrest to desired position Legrest will automatically lock in place E REMOTE JOYSTICK INSTALLATION 1 To Connect a Line up small cylindrical connector with its receptacle on the rear of the joystick b Push in firmly 2 To disconnect Pull back on the retaining ring H of the cylindrical connector until it disconnects from the joystick box F TO ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE REMOTE JOYSTICK a Remove the two pan head screws A securing the angle bracket mount B b Remove the Joystick from the mount by unfas tening the two screws on the underside of the mount c Position angle bracket mount such that you achieve the desired joystick height Four posi tions are available by relocating the mount either on the top or bottom of the mounting bar D and or by rotation of the angle bracket mount 930578 Rev B G REMOTE JOYSTICK SWING AWAY RETRACTABLE MOUNT OPTIONAL The remote joystick is mounted with a mechanism which allows the control to be locked in a forward or retracted position using magnets Adjustment a To retract joystick pu
52. the unlikely event of a short circuit or heavy overload all power to your chair will be shut off To reset your chair depress the circuit breaker button s on the front of the battery boxes A few minutes wait is required before the circuit breaker s will reset 2 Repeated Shutdown If the chair continues to shut down after resetting have it serviced by a supplier e Moving the joystick from the neutral center position disengages the motor locks allowing the chair to move e The chair will move faster the more you move the joystick away from neutral NOTE If your speed becomes hard to manage release the joystick and the chair E JOYSTICK ASSEMBLY will come to a complete stop e When you release the joystick it will return to neutral the chair will slow to a stop and the motor locks will reengage e We recommend that you switch the chair off if you stop for any length of time This will conserve battery power The joystick connects to a controller which controls the chair s performance The joystick assembly consists of the following parts 1 Speed Control Knob A Use the speed control knob to adjust the maximum speed of your chair Turn it counter clockwise to reduce speed turn it clockwise to increase speed 2 Battery Charge Indicator B NOTE Once the chair stops switching the chair off will not affect the motor locks 6 Joystick Boot F Make sure the boot is not torn or cracked this could allow
53. u need from a hardware store 2 Torque Wrench If you plan to adjust and maintain this chair yourself Quickie recommends that you use a torque wrench The wrench must measure inch pounds You can buy a torque wrench and prop er sockets from a hardware store 930578 Rev B 28 IX Set Up Adjustment amp Use IX Set Up Adjustment amp Use 29 CHECK OUT Be sure this chair performs to your chosen operational settings If it does not turn the chair off immediately and reprogram with the Quickie QTRONIX Programmer If you do not own a Quickie QTRONIX Programmer have your supplier reprogram your wheelchair as needed Or you can order a Quickie QTRONIX Programmer for your own use from your supplier NOTE Repeat this procedure until the chair performs to your specifications AWARNING When properly set up this chair will operate smoothly Check to see that all components work properly If you detect a problem be sure to correct it before use A SWING AWAY FOOTRESTS 1 Installation a Place swing away pivot saddle A into the receiver B on front frame tube with the footrest facing outward from the frame b Rotate the footrest inward until it locks into place on locking bolt 2 Removal a To remove footrest push release latch C toward the frame b Rotate footrest outward and lift 3 Height Adjustment a Loosen set screws D b Slide footrest extension up or down inside frame tube to desired
54. vation 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 A change in grade on a slope or a lip bump or depression These may cause a fall or tip over 4 A drop off at the bottom of a slope A drop off of as small as 3 4 inch can stop a front caster and cause the chair to tip forward 930578 Rev B 930578 Rev B 20 VIR General Warnings Vale General Warnings 21 U RAMPS AT HOME amp WORK W CURBS amp SINGLE STEPS Make sure ramps meet all Building Codes for your area 1 For your safety have a licensed contractor build or remodel ramp to meet all standards 2 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 includes a turn or angle At A Minimum 1 Open sides of ramp must have side rails to prevent your chair from going over the edge 2 Slope must not be steeper than one inch in height for every one foot of slope length 3 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 lip or drop off 5 Ramp must be sturdy Add bracing if needed so ramp does not bow when you ride on it V WHEELCHAIR LIFTS Wheelchair lifts are used in vans buses and buildings to he
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