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       HULA

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12.10 Shipping & Storage Requirements:

Storage temperature & humidity:

Storage Temperature: Min: -40ºC Max: 65ºC

Relative Humidity ( non-condensing): Min:5% Max: 95%

Special shipping requirements:

The wheelchair may be transported by road, rail, sea or

air and the batteries conform to IATA regulations.

CAUTION !

Before you travel, please contact the appropriate carrier.

The travel operator will be able to supply details of any

special requirements/instructions.

• Ensure that any detachable parts are secured with

  your mobility aid or separately packed and labeled

  so they do not get lost during loading and unloading.

• Take this Owner’s Manual with you.

•  The carrier will need to refer to the following sections.

• How to lock/unlock the Joystick, (Section 7.0 ).

• How to disconnect the batteries, 

  (Section 10.0 , Figs.10.1 - 10.5).

• How to disconnect the drive, (Section 5.0).

Medium to long term storage:

When storing your wheelchair for long periods of time (in

excess of one week), follow these simple instructions:

Fully charge the wheelchair for at least 24 hours.

Disconnect the batteries or battery boxes.

WARNING !

Never store your wheelchair;

• Outside.

• In direct sunlight, (plastic parts may discolour).

• Near a source of direct heat.

• In a damp environment.

• In a cold environment.

• With the batteries/battery boxes connected, (even if

   the controller is switched off).
Avoiding all of the above will minimise battery deep cycle

discharge and extend battery lifetime.

When returning the wheelchair to use, please reconnect

the batteries/battery boxes and charge the wheelchair for

at least 24 hours before use.

12.11 Authorised Sunrise Medical service agents

The annual full service must be performed by an 

approved Sunrise Medical authorised dealer. For a list of 

approved authorised dealers in your area please contact 

Sunrise Medical Customer Service at the address in 

section 1.0.

Summary of Contents for Hula

Page 1: ...Instructions for Use Hula Powered Wheelchair 21417002...

Page 2: ...riants as well as the modular design mean that it can be used by those persons who are mentally and physically able to control an input device to operate the wheelchair and its functions in a safe way...

Page 3: ...to 12 28 6 10 Back Height Adjustment 29 6 11 Mechanical Seat Tilt 31 6 12 Centre Of Gravity COG 31 6 13 JAY backrests 32 6 14 Headrest 32 7 0 Control System 32 7 1 VR2 control system information Fig...

Page 4: ...4 HULA Rev 1 0 Side Guard Backrest Batteries Armrest Legrest Controller Cushion Castor Footplate Drive wheel HULA Service Agent Details Wheelchair Serial Number...

Page 5: ...rley Hill West Midlands DY5 2LD Phone 0845 605 66 88 Fax 0845 605 66 89 www SunriseMedical com 2 0 How to use this manual 2 1 Introduction Please keep a note of your local service agent s address and...

Page 6: ...r failing to use only the specified original equipment parts b The wheelchair or part having been damaged by neglect accident or improper use c The wheelchair or part having been altered from the manu...

Page 7: ...ection 4 0 The wheelchair is intended for indoor use Outdoor use must be in accordance with the advice given within this Owner s Manual Indoor Outdoor Information Label Section 4 0 Serial Number Label...

Page 8: ...unsafe to do so and could cause personal injury or damage the wheelchair The Hula has only been designed to climb a single step or kerb We recommend that users with upper trunk instability wear furth...

Page 9: ...mensions Max h 180 x w 195 x d 130 mm Charger Connector Must be a 3 pin Neutrik connector 4 10 Tyres Your wheelchair tyres can wear depending on use Check them regularly in accordance with the service...

Page 10: ...ed by many factors such as user weight terrain ambient temperature use of powered op tions and battery condition NOTE The stated range in the sales literature is for comparison purposes with other whe...

Page 11: ...dangerous or even fatal if clothing becomes entangled NOTE Extreme variances in temperature may trigger the self protect mechanism in the control system If this occurs the control system will temporar...

Page 12: ...Gradients descents WARNING On descents it is important not to let the wheelchair accelerate beyond its normal level of ground speed In fact it is safer to proceed slowly down steep descents below the...

Page 13: ...ion Obesity Increased upper torso mass Upper torso height 4 22 Wheels Tyres WARNING Inspect all tyres before use for signs of wear Ensure that there are no objects in your path that could possibly bec...

Page 14: ...other traffic on the road Remember that the last thing a car or lorry driver expects to see is a wheelchair backing off the kerb into the road If in any doubt do not risk crossing the road until you...

Page 15: ...ble support A simple measure is to keep a hands thickness between the body andanterior pelvic support For safety check the tension on the anterior pelvic support at least once day Fig 4 12 Generally t...

Page 16: ...s Joystick Fig 4 14 WARNING Avoid knocking your control system and especially the joystick Be careful not to strike obstacles with the control system or joystick when you drive Never drop the control...

Page 17: ...el mechanisms are engaged in Drive Do not lift the wheelchair by any of the plastic shrouds Caution should be taken while the wheelchair is in freewheel To remove the control pod joystick Loosen the a...

Page 18: ...iding mechanism which enables the control to be moved forwards and backwards Undo the locking screw Fig 5 4 Slide the control arm either out or to it s new position Fig 5 10 When the most comfortable...

Page 19: ...angle 1 Basic fine adjustment PART 1 fig 5 13 5 14 Up to one inch of armrest height adjustment can be achieved using the 5mm fine height adjustment screw to fine tune the armrest s height Loosen the...

Page 20: ...t adjustment rings Fig 5 20 4 to match the desired height designated in the Configuration Chart Fig 5 29 on page 23 Replace both sets of armrest adjustment ring bolts 5 according to the configuration...

Page 21: ...lower Fig 5 25 Tilt both arm pads down or up in the case of a lowered armrest until the arm pads are in the preferred angle Check to see if the height is correct Fig 5 26 Refer to 2 for fine adjustme...

Page 22: ...RT BACKREST ANGLE Degrees ARMREST HEIGHT mm SETTING RING POSITION 4 305 254 A 4 252 229 B 0 305 254 A 0 252 229 B 4 305 267 A 4 279 229 B 8 305 229 B 12 305 229 B 12 248 229 C Fig 5 29 A B C Table Sho...

Page 23: ...f in of torque Fig 5 32 NOTE If more than one to two inches of adjustment is required refer to chart below Fig 5 33 For larger adjustments remove both sets of arm pad adjustment bolts Slide both arm p...

Page 24: ...est Push the retaining catch and swing the leg rest out Fig 5 33 5 34 Lift the leg rest up and off if removal is required Fig 5 35 To refit Reverse the above process 5 8 1 Seat Hanger depth adjustment...

Page 25: ...e leg rest upwards Fig 5 43 Stop at the desired height Let the actuator lever go The leg rest will lock into place To lower Press and hold the actuator lever down Fig 5 42 Push the leg rest downwards...

Page 26: ...tery Hula is supplied with optima backrest upholstery which can be adjusted in tension to the individual s requirements Tension adjustable back To change the shape and or tension of the Optima backres...

Page 27: ...Backrest for easier handling Section 5 2 Undo the control pod joystick from the armrest and place it on the seat Section 5 5 If the seat is to be removed undo the controller loom plug The seat stem i...

Page 28: ...sides of the backrest Loosen the 5mm backrest bracket pivot bolts B on both sides of the backrest NOTE The index bolt A may be in a different starting position than shown below in Fig 6 14 NOTE Maximu...

Page 29: ...the 8 angle 6 10 Back Height Adjustment Begin by removing the upholstery cover Fig 6 17 1 Fig 6 16 Fig 6 19 3 Remove the top upholstery screws The upholstery can now be moved and vertically compressed...

Page 30: ...ar may be left intact 5 Remove the 4mm back post adjustment bolts Fig 621 6 Move both back posts to the desired height Fig 6 22 7 Replace the backpost adjustment screws Use 10 Nm or 88 5lbf in of torq...

Page 31: ...face and upper hole on seat bracket 6 is given by fitting tilt bracket between interface and lower hole on seat bracket 6 12 Centre Of Gravity COG The seat can be moved forwards and backwards to accom...

Page 32: ...not use the on off button to stop the wheelchair unless there is an emergency If you do you may shorten the life of the wheelchair drive components Battery gauge The battery gauge shows you that the...

Page 33: ...mited or if the control system is locked The horn button The horn will sound while this button is depressed Speed Profile decrease button This button decreases the maximum speed setting or if the cont...

Page 34: ...ibility for damages which result from unexpected stopping of the wheelchair or inappropriate programming or unauthorised use of the wheelchair 7 2 VR2 Dual control unit Optional Control button and ind...

Page 35: ...D PROFILE INDICATION SPEED PROFILE DECREASE BUTTON SPEED PROFILE INCREASE BUTTON ACTUATOR LED s ACTUATOR BUTTONS Optional VR2 CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT VR2 L CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT CONTROL BUTTON ACTUATOR BU...

Page 36: ...l system Make sure that all connectors on the wheelchair and the control system are mated securely Check the condition of the battery If you can t find the problem try the self help guide given over t...

Page 37: ...ving by an external signal One possibility is that the battery charger is plugged in A joystick fault is indicated Make sure that the joystick is in the centre position before switching on the control...

Page 38: ...r when leaving the user in the wheelchair Fig 9 1 9 3 Parallel swing away control WARNINGS Before adjusting the swing away arm switch off the controller to avoid accidental displacement of the joystic...

Page 39: ...ing out this task consult your authorised Sunrise Medical Dealer 10 1 Batteries Fig 10 1 10 6 The batteries are contained within the drive unit located under the battery shroud at the rear of the whee...

Page 40: ...y are approved for transportation on aircraft trains and ships 10 5 Battery care Below is set out a battery care plan for maintenance free batteries This has been agreed between Sunrise Medical and th...

Page 41: ...rger or failure of the charger to operate properly If your charger has been specified for use in Continental Europe it will contain a European two pin plug which does not have a fuse In this case the...

Page 42: ...ord pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress An exte...

Page 43: ...ir all auxiliary equipment for example Kerb climbers Tray tables Crutches Loose cushions WARNINGS Alterations or substitutions must not be made to the wheelchair securement points or to structural and...

Page 44: ...body by wheelchair components such as armrests or wheels Headrest should be positioned to support the back of the head fully and not rest in the nape of the neck Pelvic restraints should make full con...

Page 45: ...9 and are used in accordance with the WTORS manufacturer s instructions They must also be checked to make sure that they are sufficiently specified for the weight of the wheelchair and rider WARNINGS...

Page 46: ...ged tyres can cause reduced traction these problems can lead to loss of control of the wheelchair When inspecting the tyres for signs of wear look for significant scuff marks cuts and a diminished tyr...

Page 47: ...the ground use a 17 0mm spanner and a 14 0mm socket wrench to partially loosen the axle nuts Fig 12 8 Lift the wheel off the ground secure the wheelchair with blocks or stands Fig 12 9 Withdraw the lo...

Page 48: ...d dried thoroughly WARNING Do not use a hose or a pressure washer to clean your wheelchair Some chemical colourings e g ball point pen food colourings or clothes dyes should be removed immediately to...

Page 49: ...oom and plug in sockets for the joystick control box and any powered actuators NOTE All bus connectors including the joystick cable must be secure and firmly mated together 12 9 Main Controller access...

Page 50: ...connect the drive Section 5 0 Medium to long term storage When storing your wheelchair for long periods of time in excess of one week follow these simple instructions Fully charge the wheelchair for a...

Page 51: ...r damage or splitting Check visually only do not handle the gaiter Mounting Make sure that all components of the control system are securely mounted Do not over tighten any securing screws CAUTION Ple...

Page 52: ...adjusted Make sure that all of the cushions are in place Switch on the hand control Do the lights flash This signifies that there is a fault in the electronic system Refer to section 8 for basic troub...

Page 53: ...C M footplate Max with 80 hangers Overall width 630mm 670mm Folded length 770mm N A Min stowage length CM footplate folded up castors rotated in Folded height 670mm N A Min stowage height backrest rem...

Page 54: ...trong traditions of quality value for money and genuinely caring for our customers We pride ourselves not only on designing and building the most innovative products but also on our commitment to offe...

Page 55: ...osal or re cycling of the wheelchair and its packaging Specific waste disposal or recycling regulations may be in force locally and these should take into consideration when disposal arrangements are...

Page 56: ...570060 www SunriseMedical com Sunrise Medical A G L ckhalde 14 3074 Muri bei Bern Switzerland Tel 41 0 31 958 3838 Fax 41 0 31 958 3848 www SunriseMedical ch Sunrise Medical AS Dynamitveien 14B 1400...

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