Zippie
®
SPHYNX
252843 Rev. B
14
8.0 USE AND MAINTENANCE
F. TO MOUNT AND REMOVE REAR WHEELS
WARNING
Do not use this chair UNLESS you are sure both quick-release axles are locked. An unlocked axle may come
off during use and cause a fall.
1.
To Install Wheel
a.
Depress quick-release button (A) fully. This will release tension on ball bearings at other end.
b.
Insert axle (B) through hub of rear wheel.
c.
Keep button (A) depressed as you slide axle (B) into axle sleeve (C).
d.
Release button to lock axle in axle sleeve. Adjust axle if it does not lock. See 9.0, Section D.
e.
Repeat steps on other side.
NOTE– Axle is not locked until the quick-release button (A) pops out fully.
2.
To Remove Wheel
a.
Depress quick-release button (A) fully.
b.
Remove wheel by sliding axle (B) completely out of axle sleeve (C).
c.
Repeat steps on other side.
G. HUB LOCK
WARNING
Hub lock is set up at Sunrise Medic
al and should be adjusted by your qualifi ed service dealer.
Inspect hub lock weekly per the maintenance chart. Do not use your chair UNLESS you are sure both sides
of the hub lock rod can fully engage the hub lock discs. Ensure that both hub lock extension springs are
attached. A wheel lock that is not properly engaging may allow your chair to roll or turn unexpectedly.
1.
To engage the hub lock, lift up on the red hub lock rod pedal (A) with your foot. If needed, roll the
chair forward or rearward slightly while lightly lifting on the pedal with your foot to help the rod engage
the discs.
2.
To disengage the hub lock, press down on the red hub lock rod pedal (A) with your foot.
H. ADJUSTABLE LOCKING FLIP-UP ARMRESTS
1.
Flip up and down
a.
Release the upper securing lever (2).
b.
Flip the armrest (1) back, it remains attached to the back post.
c.
Move armrest down into place.
d.
The lever (2) locks itself in position automatically.
WARNING
Armrest should not be used for lifting or carrying the wheelchair.
Always check that the armrests are correctly engaged.
There is a risk of trapping fi ngers when adjusting the armrests.
I. FOOTRESTS, LEGRESTS, & FOOTPLATES
Make sure that your Sunrise Medical dealer has correctly adjusted your footrests and/or legrests with the
advice of a healthcare professional. The original setup should not be changed without fi rst checking with that
advisor. The footrest position is key to keeping your body in the proper alignment, and providing a stable
support for your legs and torso. Legrests and footrests should be swung out of the way, or removed for
transfers.
Removing Legrest/Footplate Assemblies:
1.
Remove thumbscrew (A) to detach legrest/footrest assembly from chair. The thumbscrew will remain
attached to the frame on the lanyard.
2.
Repeat on opposite side of chair.
WARNING
•
The footrests are not designed to be used to lift or carry the wheelchair with an occupant.
•
When getting into or out of the chair, never stand on the foot boards.
•
There is a risk of trapping fi ngers when fl ipping the footrest up or down.
8.3
8.1
8.1
8.2
8.2
8.3
Adjustable Locking Flip-Up
1.
Armrest Pad
2.
Upper Securing Lever
3.
Flip-back tube
4.
Angle Adjust Bracket
5.
Clamp
6.
Back cane
A
A
B
C
8.4
8.4
A
