5.0 Using the wheelchair
DANGER!
• Be aware that you may need to adjust the controller
(joystick) settings of your system.
• Check and adjust the settings every six to twelve months.
• Consult your
Sunrise Medical
authorized dealer to adjust the
control settings
immediately if you notice any change in
your ability to:
1. Control the joystick
2. Hold your torso erect
3. Avoid running into objects.
5.1 Checking wheelchair before use
Perform the following daily check routine before driving:
CAUTION!
Checking wheels and tires
• Is there still enough tire tread (Chapter 8.2).
Checking batteries
• Before using your vehicle for the very first time, please charge
your batteries for a period of 24 hours.
• Are the batteries sufficiently charged? The green lights on the
battery indicator must be on.
(
Controller
)
• Ensure that the lights and indicators are functioning correctly
and lens screens are clean before going outdoors at night.
Controller
Checking
joystick
• With the control system switched off, check that the joystick
is not bent or damaged and that it returns to the center when
you push and release it.
Checking free wheel switch
• Ensure that the free wheel switch has been set to
'drive'/'engage'.
(Chapter 5.8).
Checking seating
• Ensure that all the cushions are in place.
•
En
sure that the backrest is correctly fitted and adjusted.
• Visually inspect the wheelchair to
en
sure the leg rests,
armrests
,
etc. are correctly positioned and attached to the
wheelchair and all fasteners are sufficiently tightened.
• Ensure that the seat interface knobs are tight and secure.
Checking clothing on potential entrapment
• When operating the wheelchair, ensure that your clothing
does not hamper the wheelchair (i.e. too long). Before use,
always
en
sure your clothing or accessories do not come
into contact with the wheels
and/or
other moving and/or
rotating parts in which they could become entangled.
Checking weather condition
• In winter, batteries have a reduced capacity. During a period
of light frost, the capacity is roughly 75% of the normal
capacity. At temperatures below 23˚ F (-5˚C) this will be
roughly 50%. This will reduce your range of action.
5.2 Making a transfer
Sunrise Medical recommends that you consult your healthcare
pro
vider
for assistance in developing your personal front or side
transfer technique to best suit your needs and avoid any
personal injury.
DANGER!
It is dangerous to transfer on your own. It requires good
balance and agility. Be aware that there is a point during every
transfer when the seating system seat is not below you.
For further instructions, warnings, tips and tricks about making
a transfer, please refer to
(
Seating system
)
.
10 AMP Battery chargers
are only intended to charge:
• 24V
• Group 34
• Lead Acid and Gel style
batteries
Checking lights and indicators
Q500M/Q400M General Manual
11
248035
Rev.
G
8
AMP Battery chargers
are only intended to charge:
• 24V
• Group 34
, Group 22
• Lead Acid and Gel style
batteries
WARNING
!
