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O. SIDE GUARDS
Inserting and Removing the Side Guard
a.
Insert the Side Guard into Side Guard outer receiver hardware
b.
To Remove, grip the top of the Side Guard and pull upward.
NOTE –
After installing receiver hardware and inserting the side guard, check for interference. Don’t oper-
ate the wheelchair if the sideguard interferes with any of the other components.
P. FOLDING AND UNFOLDING
WARNING
Possible pinch point! BE CAREFUL.
1.
If seat sling is not present during folding or unfolding, pinch top of seat rail securely without wrapping
fingers around the seat rail.
2.
Use flat palms to depress the chair if opening.
WARNING
IF YOU HAVE TENSION ADJUSTABLE UPHOLSTERY, loosen straps or remove upholstery prior to folding
or unfolding the chair.
1. Folding the Wheelchair
a.
Remove quick-release wheels (optional).
• Depress quick-release button on the axle.
• Remove wheel by sliding out quick-release axle from axle bracket.
• Repeat with other wheel.
b.
For the Swing Away model, flip up the footrest to a vertical position before folding the wheelchair.
c.
Grasp the seat sling (in the center) and lift sharply until the wheelchair is folded.
2. Unfolding the Wheelchair
a.
Replace quick-release wheel (optional) by depressing the quick-release button on the axle.
b.
Slide it into the axle sleeve until it locks.
c.
Repeat with other wheel.
d.
Tilt the wheelchair toward you far enough to take the weight off the opposite wheel.
e.
Push down on the seat rail (closest to you) until the wheelchair is completely opened.
f.
Make sure seat rail tubes are resting in the seat rail saddles.
NOTE–
Ensure that footrests are locked prior to use.
Q. STORAGE TIPS
1.
Store your chair in a clean, dry area. If you fail to do so, parts may rust
or corrode.
2.
Before using your chair, make sure it is in proper working order. Inspect and service all items on the
“Maintenance Chart”.
3.
If stored for more than three months, have your chair inspected by an authorized supplier before use.
R. CHECK-OUT
After the wheelchair is assembled and adjusted, it should roll smoothly and easily. All accessories should also
perform smoothly. If you have any problems, follow these procedures:
1.
Review the set-up and check-out sections and operating guide to make sure chair was properly pre-
pared.
2.
Review troubleshooting guide.
3.
If your problem persists, contact your authorized supplier. If you still have a problem after contacting
your authorized supplier, contact Sunrise customer service. See the introduction page for details on
how to contact your authorized supplier or Sunrise customer service.
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