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Instructions for Use

Salsa & Salsa M

Powered Wheelchair

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Page 1: ...Instructions for Use Salsa Salsa M Powered Wheelchair...

Page 2: ...cation The variety of fitting variants as well as the modular design mean that it can be used by those who cannot walk or have limited mobility e g because of Paralysis Loss of extremity leg amputatio...

Page 3: ...R net control system information 43 7 1 VR2 control system information 43 7 2 VR2 L 46 7 3 VR2 Dual control unit 47 8 0 Troubleshooting using the VR2 49 9 0 Controller Mounts 51 9 1 General warnings 5...

Page 4: ...4 SALSA SALSA M Rev 5 0 Skirt Guard Anti tips Backrest Batteries Armrest Legrest Controller Cushion Castor Footplate Drive wheel SALSA...

Page 5: ...SALSA SALSA M 5 Rev 5 0 Armrest Legrest Controller Cushion Front castor Footplate Drive wheel Skirt Guard Backrest Batteries Rear castor SALSA M...

Page 6: ...6 SALSA SALSA M Rev 5 0 SALSA REHAB SEAT Armrest Legrest Controller Cushion Castor Footplate Drive wheel Backrest Dealer signature and stamp SALSA M REHAB SEAT...

Page 7: ...If you do not know of an approved dealer in your area or have any other questions please write or telephone Sunrise Medical Thorns Road Brierley Hill West Midlands DY5 2LD Phone 0845 605 66 88 Fax 084...

Page 8: ...air or replacement as a direct result of a The wheelchair or part not having been maintained or serviced in accordance with the manufacturer s recommendations as stated in the Owner s Manual and or Se...

Page 9: ...VE Cross IN FREEWHEEL WARNING Do Not Touch HOT Attached to Joystick WARNING Do not drive your wheelchair on a slope with the backrest reclined and or the seat lifted WARNING Danger of finger entrapmen...

Page 10: ...ctory fitted for optimum stability and for conformance to strict standard requirements Changing the fitted position of the module can reduce the stability of the product therefore do not change this s...

Page 11: ...mount any kerbs in your wheelchair Do not attempt to climb or descend a series of steps It is unsafe to do so and could cause personal injury or damage the chair The SALSA SALSA M has only been design...

Page 12: ...instructions in this manual especially the pressure of the tyres DANGER Never inflate the tyres using a garage forecourt airline always use the pump provided 4 6 EMC Radio transmitting devices WARNIN...

Page 13: ...r wheelchair can be affected 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 should be seen...

Page 14: ...ecommend that you consult your health care professional for assistance in developing your personal front or side transfer technique to best suit your needs and avoid any personal injury Ensure control...

Page 15: ...ng uphill keep the chair moving Steer by moving the joystick from side to side If you have stopped on a hill you should start slowly If necessary lean forward to prevent the tendency for the front whe...

Page 16: ...tions to the wheelchair In some cases these issues are further compounded by the effects of the local environment such as Hills Slopes Ramps Sloping pavements Dropped kerbs Furthermore different body...

Page 17: ...t Care must be taken if removing them for repair 4 29 Swing away tray WARNING The maximum weight allowed for the tray is 2 5kg Do not overload the tray this could cause the tray to break or could caus...

Page 18: ...edure to remove the kerb climber WARNINGS 1 Please show the utmost consideration for the other traffic on the road Remember that the last thing a car or lorry driver expects to see is a wheelchair bac...

Page 19: ...s tight enough to provide comfortable support A simple measure is to keep a hands thickness between the body and lap strap For safety check the tension on the lap strap at least once day Fig 4 19 Gene...

Page 20: ...f 10Nm Fig 4 15 Adjust the lap strap to suit leaving no more than a hand s width gap for comfort and safety The hand clearance should be with the lap strap under normal tension and not allow large gap...

Page 21: ...ests Standard Seat or single centre mount leg rest with flip up footplate Rehab Seat 1 backrest Standard Jay Jay Comfort 1 drive unit with seat frame 5 2 Preparation for transportation or storage Stan...

Page 22: ...ged Now you are ready to drive the chair WARNING Never lift the wheelchair by the armrests or the leg rests since they are detachable and harm could be done to the user or to the wheelchair The wheelc...

Page 23: ...4 1 4 4 as described in section 4 or Fig 5 5 5 8 as shown on the previous page However if the force needed to push the powerchair to too high for you to manage then the low push force drive release m...

Page 24: ...n drive comfort the tension of the springs at the damper can be adjusted Turning the aluminium ring away from the spring will soften your ride adjusting the aluminium ring in a position towards the sp...

Page 25: ...adjustment it is a two part process PART I Adjust the armrest height through rotation PART 2 Adjust arm pad angle 1 Basic fine adjustment PART 1 fig 5 19 5 20 Up to one inch of armrest height adjustme...

Page 26: ...5 Rotate the armrest height adjustment rings Fig 5 26 4 to match the desired height designated in the Configuration Chart Fig 5 35 on page 25 Replace both sets of armrest adjustment ring bolts 5 accor...

Page 27: ...o lower Fig 5 31 Tilt both arm pads down or up in the case of a lowered 3 armrest until the arm pads are in the preferred angle Check to see if the height is correct Fig 5 32 Refer to 4 2 for fine adj...

Page 28: ...ITION C STANDARD CONFIGURATION CHART 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...

Page 29: ...2 88 5 in lb of torque Fig 5 38 NOTE If more than one to two inches of adjustment is required refer to chart below Fig 5 39 For larger adjustments remove both sets of arm pad 3 adjustment bolts Slide...

Page 30: ...n the screws firmly prior to use NOTE Please check that the new arm rest position does not interfere with any seat positioning modules Lift Tilt etc 5 8 6 Adjusting armrest height Please refer to your...

Page 31: ...WARNING Do not use the foot plates to stand on as the full weight of your body may cause the chair to tip forwards This could result in injury and could damage the foot rests 5 9 4 Adjusting the foot...

Page 32: ...t VR2 Control The actuator buttons can operate any factory approved actuator Operation is dependent on what options are fitted to your wheelchair Fig 5 58 To operate the leg rests seat tilt seat lift...

Page 33: ...entre mount leg rest PCML WARNING There is an option on the programme of the leg rest that allows you to send the footrest to the floor to allow for easier mounting and dismounting for the user Be awa...

Page 34: ...ded cover from the rear of the backrest and expose the tension straps Loosen or tighten the straps to suit The most comfortable and supportive position is achieved with the wheelchair user seated in t...

Page 35: ...the 2 hand wheels at the front pull the release pin tilt the seat back Remove the 2 socket studs from the back seat posts Lift lower the seat to the required position Align the holes then refit tighte...

Page 36: ...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 Fig 6 11 Fig 6 14 2 Slide the rear backrest and armrests into the desired seat...

Page 37: ...nt the 8 angle 6 12 Back Height Adjustment Begin by removing the upholstery cover Fig 6 17 1 Fig 6 16 Fig 6 15 Fig 6 19 3 Remove the top upholstery screws The upholstery can now be moved and verticall...

Page 38: ...l bar 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 N m or 88 5 in lb of...

Page 39: ...you release the lever the angle will stay in the adjusted position If you want to adjust the backrest into the upright position you might need to support the upward motion Fig 6 28 6 14 Manual settin...

Page 40: ...inge to the desired position and then tightening the screws securely To adjust the headrest angle loosen the screws at the headrest upholstery position the headrest as required and tighten the screws...

Page 41: ...lt in damage and or injury NOTE Please refer to Section 7 or 8 for details of your hand control NOTE If fitted all of the above power seating options are controlled via the VR2 Control in the same way...

Page 42: ...ld the joystick in its operating position as this could damage the actuator R net Control Please refer to your R net Owner s Manual for details 6 18 3 Powered seat tilt The seat can be tilted by opera...

Page 43: ...t control system a separate R net Owner s Manual is supplied whenever this system is fitted Please refer to the R net Owner s Manual for details of R net hand control functions Fig 6 33 6 18 4 Quickie...

Page 44: ...ck When engaging the main On Off button allow a few seconds prior to moving the joystick This allows the system to self check If you move the joystick too soon the battery level indicator display will...

Page 45: ...channel To re enter drive mode depress the selected actuator button as indicated by the associated LED It is also possible to select the other actuator by left or right movements of the joystick R ne...

Page 46: ...ights operate this button the associated LED will flash at the same rate The left and right turn indicator LEDs will also flash Depress the hazard warning button to turn off the lights and the associa...

Page 47: ...Depressingtheactuatorbuttonwillenteractuatoradjustment mode Depressing the button once illuminates the left LED and deflection of the joystick forwards or backwards will adjust the actuator connected...

Page 48: ...SPEED PROFILE INDICATION SPEED PROFILE DECREASE BUTTON SPEED PROFILE INCREASE BUTTON HAZARDS BUTTON LIGHTS BUTTON ACTUATOR BUTTON INDICATOR BUTTONS VR2 CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT VR2 L CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT...

Page 49: ...page Fig 8 1 Switch on the control system again and try to drive the wheelchair WARNING If the safety circuits operate again switch off and do not try to use the wheelchair Contact your Sunrise Medica...

Page 50: ...ossibility 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 system A control system fault i...

Page 51: ...r 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 joystick which would cause unwanted movement of...

Page 52: ...NG Make sure that the controller is fixed securely to the centre bar Always turn off the power to the controller before moving the controller out of the way 9 5 Tray mount control R net WARNING The ma...

Page 53: ...ttendant and or the person sitting in the wheelchair please contact your Sunrise Service agent for adaptation If the direction of movement of the forus attendant control needs to be altered please con...

Page 54: ...in the right and left headpieces are for right and left directional motion respectively The fourth switch is the mode switch and it toggles the head array between forward and reverse and between drivi...

Page 55: ...ainst moisture which makes it suitable to use outdoors and when the joystick isn t used for long periods a hood can be placed over it Fig 10 7 10 6 Proportional chin control Fig 11 8 The proportional...

Page 56: ...ted under the battery shroud To remove the batteries should they require changing or maintenance Release the two handle screws at the rear of the drive base which holds the rear cover plate Pull the p...

Page 57: ...backwards and secure it with the safety bar like the bonnet of a car Ensure the plastic cap is pushed over the tube to secure the safety bar Lift off the battery lid Disconnect the 2 pin Anderson con...

Page 58: ...ling Furthermore they are approved for transportation on aircraft trains and ships 11 6 Battery care Below is set out a battery care plan for maintenance free batteries This has been agreed between Su...

Page 59: ...d for use in Continental Europe it will contain a European two pin plug which does not have a fuse In this case the fuse is located in the fascia panel of the charger 11 10 Connecting the charger and...

Page 60: ...are less than perfect The terrain is difficult e g very hilly sloping muddy ground gravel grass snow and ice The vehicle climbs kerbs regularly The ambient temperature is very hot or very cold Incorr...

Page 61: ...Turning off the controls will not reduce the risk Never place the charger directly above the battery being charg ed gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger Never smoke or allow a sp...

Page 62: ...the wheelchair 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 st...

Page 63: ...from 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 ful...

Page 64: ...they conform to ISO 10542 or SAE J2249 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...

Page 65: ...manufacturers instructions The second rear tie down restraint should be mounted behind the first restraint and away from the wheelchair On the right rear side Repeat with the remaining 2 rear straps a...

Page 66: ...If you do not feel confident in carrying out the following instructions please contact your Sunrise Medical Approved Dealer Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the slot lever the hub cap off Fig13 1...

Page 67: ...SALSA SALSA M 67 Rev 5 0 Fig 13 1 Fig 13 2 Fig 13 3 Fig 13 4 Fig 13 5 Fig 13 6 Fig 13 7 Fig 13 8...

Page 68: ...e mount position Depending on the castor wheel type use two 5 mm hex keys or two 13 mm spanners to undo the axle bolt Fig 13 13 13 14 Remove the nyloc nut in case of the hex bolt type Always use a new...

Page 69: ...an regularly to prevent build up or soiling Clean with a damp soapy cloth and rinse well with clean water Dry the surface thoroughly A soft brush with soapy water may be used to remove stubborn dirt E...

Page 70: ...ired Rear lights and indicators TUV std light type Lift the red or orange glass of the light carefully off the socket If a bulb needs to be replaced 12V 5W cylindrical capless is required CAUTION We r...

Page 71: ...ms are identical One is required to be connected to each battery To disconnect the batteries lift up the insulator sleeve use 11 0mm spanner to undo the bolt Always fit the insulator sleeve when reins...

Page 72: ...the seat The Battery Cover is secured by 6 plastic rivets Use a flat blade screw driver to lift out the rivets Lift the Battery Cover clear Disconnect the GREY plug on the front battery Lift the fron...

Page 73: ...ods of time in excess of one week first fully charge and then disconnect the batteries to minimise battery discharge CAUTION Never store your wheelchair in direct sunlight or in a damp outdoor environ...

Page 74: ...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 Please refer to the tabl...

Page 75: ...t is correctly fitted and 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...

Page 76: ...32 6 kph motor and 100 kg user ISO7176 4 Dynamic stability uphill 8 9 tilt 16 recline max seat height not with balle Obstacle climbing with kerb climber 85 mm 100 mm Max speed forward 6 kph 10 kph 6 k...

Page 77: ...with kerb climber 75 mm Forward with 6 kph motors Max speed forward 6 kph 10 kph 10 kph only with 10 kph motor op tion Min brake distance from max speed 1 0 m 1 2 m 1 m for 6 kph motor 1 2 m for 10 kp...

Page 78: ...ight Energy consumption max range 32 6 kph motor and 100 kg user ISO7176 4 Dynamic stability uphill 8 9 tilt 16 recline max seat height not with balle Obstacle climbing with kerb climber 85 mm 100 mm...

Page 79: ...ckrest angle 5 12 mechanical Backrest height 560 mm 700 mm Footrest to seat distance 340 mm 540 mm Leg to seat surface angle 110 Armrest to seat distance 210 mm 300 mm Front location of armrest struct...

Page 80: ...ols below mean that in accordance with local laws and regulations your product should be disposed of separately from household waste When this product reaches the end of its life take it to the local...

Page 81: ...SALSA SALSA M 81 Rev 5 0 Dealer signature and stamp...

Page 82: ...ry Wiring Diagram Charger Socket Pin 1 Battery Positive Pin 2 Battery Negative Pin 3 Inhibit 1 2 3 150A 150A BLACK BLACK RED RED YELLOW BATTERY CONNECTOR BATTERY CONNECTOR Fig 16 1 Fig 16 2 Fig 16 3 A...

Page 83: ...SALSA SALSA M 83 Rev 5 0...

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