Zippie
®
SPHYNX
252843 Rev. B
6
5.0 GENERAL WARNINGS
J. TERRAIN
WARNING
1.
Based on ANSI/RESNA testing, Sunrise Medical recommends the use of a
caster wheel with a minimum diameter of 5-in (127mm), if the wheelchair
will be overcoming obstacles up to 1/2-in (12.7mm) on a regular basis.
2.
Your chair is designed for use on fi rm, even surfaces such as concrete,
asphalt, indoor fl ooring, and carpets.
3.
Do not operate your chair in sand, loose soil, or over rocky terrain.
4.
If you use your chair on terrain that is rougher than described above
there is a danger that screws and bolts will loosen prematurely, and that
damage to wheels or axles could put the rider at risk of a fall, tip-over, or
loss of control.
If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss
of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
K. STREET USE
WARNING
1.
This product is not intended for street use. Avoid streets whenever
possible.
2.
This product should stay in, and obey all legal pedestrian pathways, and
laws that apply to pedestrians.
3.
Be alert to the danger of motor vehicles in parking lots.
4.
At night, or when lighting is poor, use refl ective tape or clothing for
maximum visibility.
5.
If you have to cross a road, make eye contact with drivers before you go
forward. When in doubt, yield until you are sure it is safe.
If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss
of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
L. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
WARNING
If possible and feasible, the rider should transfer to the Original Equipment
Manufacturer vehicle seat and use the OEM vehicle restraint.
Sunrise Medical does provide a WC-19 Wheelchair Tie-Down and Occupant
Restraint System, otherwise called a Transit Option. To identify whether your
wheelchair has been manufactured with the Transit Option installed, look
for four points of securement. Two front points (A), and two rear points (B).
These points are recognized by the securement point decal which can be found
on or near the securement points.
If your wheelchair is equipped with the Transit Option, please
review the Transit Securement supplement that was provided
with the wheelchair for additional information and instructions.
You can request a copy from your authorized dealer, or call
Sunrise Medical at 1-800-333-4000 if you don’t have it.
WARNING
If your chair is
NOT
equipped with the Transit Option:
1.
NEVER let anyone sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle.
a. ALWAYS move the rider to an approved vehicle seat.
b. ALWAYS secure the rider with proper motor vehicle restraints.
2.
In an accident or sudden stop the rider may be thrown from the chair.
Wheelchair seat belts will not prevent this, and further injury may result
from the belts or straps.
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.
5.
DO NOT use any wheelchair that has been involved in a motor vehicle
accident. A sudden stop and/or collision may structurally damage your
wheelchair. There may have been a change to the structure of the chair,
and/or damaged or broken some of the components. Wheelchairs involved
in sudden stops should be inspected for possible failures in frame and/
or components. Frame damage may be represented by, but not limited
to: visual cracks, dents, metal distortion, bends, or damage to the seating
mounting. If the chair no longer drives straight, it could be damaged. If the
wheelchair has been involved in an accident, discontinue use immediately
and contact your Authorized Dealer for a thorough inspection. If damage
is questionable or if there is concern regarding the condition of the chair,
Sunrise Medical recommends replacement of the chair.
NOTE- The warranty is void on any wheelchair that is involved in a collision.
If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss
of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
M. WHEN YOU NEED HELP
WARNING
For The Rider:
Make sure that each person who helps you reads and follows
all warnings and instructions that apply.
For Attendants:
1.
Work with the rider’s doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe methods
best suited to your abilities and those of the rider.
2.
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.
Make sure the chair has push handles. They provide secure points for you
to hold the rear of the chair to prevent a fall or tip-over. Check to make
sure push handle grips will not rotate or slip off .
4.
To prevent injury to your back, use good posture and proper body
mechanics. When 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.
5.
Remind the rider to lean back when you tilt the chair backward.
6.
When you descend a curb or single step, slowly lower the chair in one
easy movement. Do not let the chair drop the last few inches to the
ground. This may damage the chair or injure the rider.
7.
Whenever you aren’t attending the wheelchair, ALWAYS use the wheel-
lock to secure the rear wheels if you must leave the rider alone, even for
a moment. This will reduce the risk of a tip-over or loss of control of the
chair.
If you fail to ask for help when in doubt, you run a high risk of a fall, tip-over or
loss of control that may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
N. CHOKING HAZARD
WARNING
NOTE- Your chair consists of many small parts that could present a choking
or swallowing hazard to young children. Take care to keep loose parts out of
reach when doing any work on the chair. Seek immediate help if a loose part is
swallowed by a child.
O. PINCH POINT
WARNING
NOTE-
Your wheelchair has many moving parts that can create pinch points
and possible fi nger traps. Be aware when making any adjustments, when
folding and unfolding, when moving, and any other situation that could cause a
pinch point situation.
Look for this symbol on your wheelchair. It indicates wheelchair
securement points which conform to ANSI/RESNA (1998)
V.1 - Section 19 and/or ANSI/RESNA (2012) V.4 WC-19.
For more Transit related information, see the “Transit Securement
Supplement” included with your chair.
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