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Q U I C K I E P U L S E
V I . G E N E R A L WA R N I N G S
VI. GENERAL WARNINGS
WARNING
Heed all warnings in this section. If you fail to do so a
fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause
severe injury to you or others.
A. NOTICE TO RIDER
WARNING
1. Before using this chair, you should be trained in its safe use
by your health care professional.
2. Every wheelchair is different. Take the time to learn the feel
of this chair before you begin riding.
3. Be aware that you must develop your own methods for the
safe use of this chair that are best suited to your level of
function and ability.
4. Have someone help you practice bending, reaching and
transferring until you learn how to do them safely.
5. Never try a new maneuver on your own unless you are sure
it is safe.
6. Get to know the areas where you plan to use your chair.
Look for hazards and learn how to avoid them.
7. Do not allow additional riders on the chair, armrests or chas-
sis. Doing so may result in injury or damage.
B. NOTICE TO ATTENDANTS
WARNING
Make sure you heed all warnings and follow all instruc-
tions in each section of this manual. (Be aware that
warnings that apply to the rider also apply to you).
Notes:
1. You need to work with the rider and the rider’s doctor,
nurse or therapist, to
develop safe methods best suited to your abilities and those
of the rider.
2. To manually push the chair you must release the motor locks.
Make sure you have full control over the chair when you
release the motor locks. When you do so the chair will not
have brakes.
3. Propel this chair by the armrest supports only. If using a seat
frame, propel the chair by the push handles on the top of the
backrest. They provide secure points for you to hold the rear
of the chair to prevent a fall or tip-over.
C. WEIGHT LIMIT
WARNING
1. Never exceed a total weight of 300 pounds (136.3 kilograms)
for rider plus items carried.
2. Never use this chair for weight training if the total weight
(rider plus additional weights) exceeds 300 pounds (136.3
kilograms).
3. Exceeding the weight limit is likely to damage the seat,
frame, or fasteners and may cause severe injury to you or
others from chair failure.
4. Exceeding the weight limit will void the warranty.
D. CONTROLLER SETTINGS
WARNING
Be aware that you may need to adjust the controller
settings of your chair to reduce the risk of a collision,
fall or tip-over.
1. Check and adjust the settings every six to twelve months (or
more often, if needed).
2. Consult your supplier to adjust the control settings immedi-
ately if you notice any change in your ability to:
•
Control the joystick.
•
Hold your torso erect.
•
Avoid running into objects.
E. EMI
WARNING
Read Section V to learn about EMI. To reduce the risk
of unintended brake release or chair movement:
1. Never turn on or use a hand-held transceiver while power to
your chair is on. Use extra care if you believe that such a
device may be in use near your chair.
2. Be aware of nearby radio or TV stations, and avoid coming
close to them.
3. If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn your
chair off as soon as it is safe.
F. SAFETY CHECK-LIST
WARNING
Before each use of this chair:
1. Make sure the chair operates smoothly. Check for noise, vibra-
tion, or a change in ease of use. (They may indicate low tire
pressure, loose fasteners, or damage to your chair). If you
detect a problem, make sure to repair or adjust the chair.
Deferring repair or adjustment could increase the risk for
injury. Your supplier can help you find and correct the problem.
2. Make sure batteries are charged. Green lights on the con-
troller charge indicator will light up when charge is full.
Yellow lights indicate battery charge level is getting low. Red
lights indicate batteries are in immediate need of charging.
G. CHANGES & ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
Never use non-Quickie parts or make changes to your
chair unless authorized by Sunrise. (Doing so will void
the Warranty and may create a safety hazard).
1. If you modify or adjust this chair it may increase the risk of a
fall or tip-over.
2. Modifications unauthorized by Sunrise constitutes remanufac-
turing of the wheelchair. This voids the warranty. The rider
then assumes all future liability for the wheelchair.
