HULA
3
Rev.1.0
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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2.3 Warranty conditions
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3.0 Label Explanation / Word definitions
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3.1 Definitions of words used in this manual
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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 Obstacles
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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 Outdoor use (Fig.4.3)
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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 Use on a slope
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4.20 Using a vehicle mounted passenger lift
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4.21 Stability of your wheelchair
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4.22 Wheels & Tyres
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4.23 Swing away tray
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4.24 Anterior Pelvic Support
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4.25 VR2 Controller (Fig. 4.14)
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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 every day storage
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5.3 Re-Assembling
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5.4 Brake release (Fig.5.7 - 5.9)
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5.5 Control pod joystick unit position
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5.6 Getting ready to drive
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5.7 Armrests
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5.8 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 Seat width adjustment
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6.7 Seat height adjustment/removal
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6.8 Standard Seat Depth Adjustment
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6.9 Backrest Angle Adjustment -4° to +12°
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6.10 Back Height Adjustment
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6.11 Mechanical Seat Tilt
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6.12 Centre Of Gravity (COG).
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6.13 JAY backrests
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6.14 Headrest
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7.0 Control System
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7.1 VR2 control system information (Fig.7.1)
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7.2 VR2 Dual control unit (Optional)
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8.0 Troubleshooting using the VR2
Hand Control
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9.0 Controller Mounts
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9.1 General warnings:
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9.2 Attendant control (Optional):
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9.3 Parallel swing-away control:
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10.0 Batteries and charging
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10.1 Batteries (Fig.10.1-10.6)
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10.2 Safety cut-outs (Fuses)
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10.3 General battery information
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10.4 Maintenance free batteries
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10.5 Battery care
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10.6 Maintenance free battery care plan
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10.7 General charger information
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10.8 Charger safety features
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10.9 Connecting the charger and charging
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10.10 Charger safety and caution notes
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10.11 The range of your vehicle
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10.12 Battery warranty
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11.0 Transportation
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11.1 Transportation warnings:
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11.2 Occupant restraint instructions
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11.3 Special shipping requirements:
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11.4 Crash testing on the Hula.
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11.5 The tie down label and strap placement
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11.6 Securing the wheelchair into the vehicle
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12.0 Maintenance and Cleaning
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12.1 Tyre wear
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12.2 Drive wheel replacement
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12.3 Castor wheel replacement
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12.4 Cleaning your wheelchair
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12.5 Inspection of the upholstery/seating
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12.6 Cleaning seating
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12.7 Cleaning controls
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12.8 Electrical connections
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12.9 Main Controller access
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12.10 Shipping & Storage Requirements:
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12.11 Authorised Sunrise Medical service agents
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12.12 Recommended maintenance routines
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12.13 Performance checks
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13.0 Specification sheets
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14.0 Service History
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15.0 Disposal/ Recycling
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