Zippie
®
SPHYNX
252843 Rev. B
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2.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................2
2.0
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................3
3.0
YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS ............................................................4
4.0
NOTICE — READ BEFORE USE .........................................................4
A. Choose the Right Chair & Safety Options .................................4
B. Review This Manual Often .................................................................4
C. Warnings ....................................................................................................4
5.0
GENERAL WARNINGS ............................................................................5
A. Weight Limit ............................................................................................5
B. Intended Use............................................................................................5
C. Attendants and Caregivers ................................................................5
D. Accessories ...............................................................................................5
E. Know Your Chair ...................................................................................5
F. Reduce the Risk of an Accident ......................................................5
G. Safety Checklist ......................................................................................5
H. Changes & Adjustments .....................................................................5
I. Environmental Conditions .................................................................5
J. Terrain .........................................................................................................6
K. Street Use .................................................................................................6
L. Motor Vehicle Safety ............................................................................6
M. When You Need Help .........................................................................6
N. Choking Hazard ......................................................................................6
O. Pinch Point ................................................................................................6
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SAFETY WARNINGS: FALLS & TIP-OVERS ...................................7
A. Center of Balance ..................................................................................7
B. Dressing or Changing Clothes .........................................................7
C. Obstacles ...................................................................................................7
D. Front Caster Lift .....................................................................................7
E. Reaching or Leaning ..............................................................................7
F. Moving Backward ...................................................................................7
G. Escalators ...................................................................................................8
H. Ramps, Slopes & Sidehills ...................................................................8
I. Transfers ....................................................................................................9
J. Curbs & Single Steps ............................................................................9
K. Climbing a Curb or Single Step .......................................................10
L. Descending a Curb or Single Step..................................................10
M. Stairs ............................................................................................................10
N. Climbing Stairs ........................................................................................10
O. Descending Stairs ...................................................................................10
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WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS ..................................11
A. Armrests ....................................................................................................11
B. Cushion & Sling Seats...........................................................................11
C. Fasteners ....................................................................................................11
D. Footrests ....................................................................................................11
E. Positioning Belts (Option) ..................................................................11
F. Push Handles ...........................................................................................11
G. Quick-Release Axles .............................................................................11
H. Rear Wheel Hub Lock .........................................................................12
I. Modifi ed Seat Systems .........................................................................12
J. Seat and Back Upholstery ..................................................................12
K. Stroller Handle ........................................................................................12
L. Tray for Vent and Battery ..................................................................12
M. Accessory Hook .....................................................................................12
8.0
USE AND MAINTENANCE ...................................................................13
A. Introduction .............................................................................................13
B. Critical Maintenance Tips ...................................................................13
C. Cleaning Tips ............................................................................................13
D. Maintenance Chart ...............................................................................13
E. Troubleshooting Chart ........................................................................13
F. To Mount and Remove Rear Wheels............................................14
G. Hub Lock ...................................................................................................14
H. Adjustable Locking Flip-up Armrests ............................................14
I. Footrests, Legrests, & Footplates ...................................................14
J. Backest Upholstery ...............................................................................15
K. Tension Adjustable Upholstery ........................................................15
L. Seating and Seat Sling Upholstery ..................................................16
M. Adjusting Recline Angle (Back-to-Seat Angle) ...........................16
N. Folding and Unfolding ..........................................................................17
O. Folding Angle Adjustable Push Handles ........................................18
P. Canopy Attachment and Adjustment ...........................................18
Q. Storage Tips ..............................................................................................18
R. Inspect ........................................................................................................18
9.0
DEALER SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT...........................................19
A. Dealer Service Introduction ..............................................................19
B. Critical Maintenance Tips ...................................................................19
C. Cleaning .....................................................................................................19
D. Rear Wheel Axle Nut Adjustment ................................................19
E. Adjustable Locking Flip-up Armrests ............................................20
F. Angle Adjustable Hangers and Footrests ....................................20
G. Backrests ....................................................................................................21
H. Seat Sling Tension Adjustment .........................................................22
I. Adjusting Seat Depth ...........................................................................24
J. Adjusting Tilt Angle (Seat-to-Floor Angle) ..................................25
10.0 SUNRISE LIMITED WARRANTY .........................................................27
