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Q300M
Rev.1.0
ENGLISH
1.0 Your Wheelchair
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2.0 How to use this manual
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2.1 Introduction
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2.2 Guarantee
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3.0 Label Explantation / Word definitions
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3.1 Definitions of words used in this manual
7
3.2 Label explanations
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4.0 General safety warning and user tips
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4.1 General warnings
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4.2 Features and options
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4.3 Kerbs
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4.4 Routine service
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4.5 Brake release
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4.6 EMC - Radio transmitting devices.
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4.7 Emergency braking
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4.8 Sharp turns
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4.9 Batteries
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4.10 Tyres
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4.11 Weight limit
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4.12 Wheelchair motors
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4.13 Hot surfaces
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4.14 Wheelchair range
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4.15 Road use
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4.16 Adverse conditions
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4.17 Ramps
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4.18 Transfer to and from the wheelchair
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4.19 Lift and tilt modules
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4.21 Use on a slope
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4.22 Using a vehicle mounted passenger lift
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4.23 Creep mode
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4.24 Stability of your wheelchair
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4.25 Wheels
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4.26 Rear view mirror
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4.27 Crutch holder
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4.28 Lights and indicators
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4.29 Swing away tray
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4.30 Mounting a kerb or step
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4.31 Lap belt (Standard Seat)
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4.32 VR2 Controller (Fig. 4.21)
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5.0 Preparing your wheelchair for use
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5.1 Handling the wheelchair
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5.2 Preparation for transportation or storage
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5.3 Re-Assembling
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5.4 Brake release
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5.5 Drive wheel suspension Q300M
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5.6 Control joystick unit position
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5.7 Getting ready to drive. (Fig.5.17).
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5.8 Armrests
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5.9 Leg Rests
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6.0 Seating
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6.1 Firm seat board
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6.2 Seat cushions
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6.3 Removable seat covers
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6.4 Backrest upholstery
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6.5 JAY backrests
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6.6 Standard Seat width adjustment
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6.7 Standard Seat height adjustment
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6.8 Standard Seat Depth Adjustment
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6.9 Backrest Angle Adjustment
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6.10 Back Height Adjustment
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6.11 Manual adjustable backrest (Standard seat)
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6.12 Manual setting of the seat angle.
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6.13 JAY backrests
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6.14 Headrest
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6.15 Powered Seating
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7.0 Control System
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7.0 R-net control system information
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7.1 VR2 control system information
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7.2 VR2-L, (Lights).
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7.3 VR2 Dual control unit
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8.0 Troubleshooting using the VR2 Hand Control 46
9.0 Controller Mounts
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9.1 General warnings:
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9.2 Attendant control:
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9.3 Parallel swing-away control:
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9.4 Centre bar mount control (R-net)
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9.5 Tray mount control (R-net)
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9.6 Swing-away tray mounted centre control (R-net)
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9.7 Forus control (R-net)
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9.8 Emergency stop button
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9.9 Powered swing away arm (R-net)
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10.0 Speciality Controls
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10.1 Proximity head array
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10.2 Driving with the head array (Fig 10.1)
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10.3 Proportional head control
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10.4 Sip and puff control and buddy buttons
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10.5 Switch-It mini joystick as a chin control or hand control
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10.6 Proportional chin control (Fig.10.7)
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10.7 Micro pilot Joystick
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11.0 Batteries and charging
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11.1 Batteries, (Fig. 11.1 - 11.4)
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11.2 Safety cut-outs
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11.3 General battery information
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11.4 Maintenance free batteries
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11.5 Battery care
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11.6 Maintenance free battery care plan
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11.7 General charger information
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11.8 Charger safety features
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11.9 Connecting the charger and charging
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11.10 Charger safety and caution notes
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11.11 The range of your vehicle
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11.12 Common battery statements
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11.13 Battery warranty
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12.0 Transportation
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12.1 Transportation warnings:
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12.2 Occupant restraint instructions
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12.3 Crash testing on the Q300M, all models.
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12.4 The tie down label and placement
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12.5 Securing the wheelchair into the vehicle
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12.6 Hoisting the wheelchair:
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12.7 Wheelchairs and train travel within the EU:
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12.8 Other Transport requirements:
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12.9 Storage Spec removal of parts before travelling:
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12.10 Medium to long term storage:
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12.11 Storage temperature & humidity:
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13.0 Maintenance and Cleaning
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13.1 Tyre maintenance and pressures
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13.2 Tyre wear
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13.3 Drive wheel tyre repair
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13.4 Removing the castor wheel
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13.6 Inspection of the upholstery/seating
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13.7 Cleaning seating
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13.8 Cleaning controls
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13.9 Lighting maintenance
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13.10 Electrical connections
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13.11 How to connect the cables to the batteries
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13.12 Controller access
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13.13 Storage
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13.14 Authorised Sunrise Medical service agents
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13.15 Recommended maintenance routines
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13.16 Performance checks
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13.17 Wheels & tires maintenance
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14.0 Specification sheets
(EN 12184 & ISO 7176-15)
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15.0 Service History
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16.0 Disposal
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17.0 Battery Wiring Diagram
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