Sunrise Medical Quickie P300 User Instruction Manual & Warranty
Sunrise Medical Quickie P300 User Instruction Manual & Warranty

Sunrise Medical Quickie P300 User Instruction Manual & Warranty

Sunrise medical p300 quickie user instruction manual & warranty
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SUPPLIER:
THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE
RIDER OF THIS WHEELCHAIR.
RIDER:
BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR
READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL AND SAVE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Quickie P300
User
Instruction
Manual &
Warranty

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  • Page 1 Quickie P300 SUPPLIER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE RIDER OF THIS WHEELCHAIR. RIDER: BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. User Instruction Manual & Warranty...
  • Page 2 930317 Rev. C...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    SUNRISE LISTENS Thank you for choosing a Quickie wheelchair.We want to hear your questions or comments about this manual, the safety and reliability of your chair, and the service you receive from your Sunrise supplier. Please feel free to write or call us at the address and telephone number below: SUNRISE HOME HEALTHCARE GROUP MOBILITY PRODUCTS DIVISION...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    1 1 . 1. INTRODUCTION ... 11. TABLE OF CONTENTS ...4 - 5 111. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS ...6 - 7 IV. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE ... V. EMI (ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE) ... a. What is EMI? ... b. What Effect Can EMI Have? ... c.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1 1 . T A B L E VIII. TIPS FOR ATTENDANTS ... 25 a. To Climb a Curb or Single Step ... 25 b. To Descend a Curb or Single Step ... 25 IX. SET UP, ADJUSTMENT & USE ... 26 Notes ...
  • Page 6: 111. Your Chair And Its Parts

    1 1 1 . Y O U R 1. Push Handle 2. Armrest 3. Joystick 4. Seat cushion (optional) 5. Swing-away footrest latch plate 6. Swing-away footrest hanger 7. Composite footplate 930317 Rev. C C H A I R A N D Q U I C K I E P 3 0 0 8.
  • Page 7 16 3/4" - 18" rear, Option - front - 19" 17" - 19" rear C H A I R A N D I T S QUICKIE P300 Cushion: 2", 3", 4" Backrest - Folding Standard - 8( bend w/push handles: 17"-18"...
  • Page 8: Notice - Read Before Use

    1 V . N O T I C E — R E A D A. CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR & SAFETY OPTIONS Sunrise provides a choice of many power wheelchair styles, sizes and adjustments to meet the needs of the rider. However, final selection of a wheelchair rests solely with you and your health care professional.
  • Page 9: Emi (Electromagnetic Interference)

    V . E M I ( E L E C T R O M A G N E T I C I N T E R F E R E N C E ) Heed all warnings to reduce the risk of unintended brake release or chair movement: 1.
  • Page 10: Distance From The Source

    3. At the time of printing this Manual, the immunity level of a standard production Quickie P300 was believed to be at least 20 V/m. There is no way to know the effect on EMI if you add accessories or modify this chair.
  • Page 11: General Warnings

    V I . G E N E R A L 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 your or others. A. NOTICE TO RIDER 1.
  • Page 12: Weight Limit

    V 1 . C. WEIGHT LIMIT 1. Never exceed a total weight of 250 pounds (113.6 kilograms) for rider plus items carried. 2. Never use this chair for weight training if the total weight (rider plus additional weights) exceeds 250 pounds. 3.
  • Page 13: When Seated In A Parked Wheelchair

    V I . G E N E R A L 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 remanufacturing of the wheelchair.This voids the warranty.The rider then assumes all future liability for the wheelchair.
  • Page 14: Street Use

    V I . K. STREET USE In most states, power chairs are not legal for use on public roads. Be alert to the danger of motor vehicles on roads or in parking lots. 1. At night, or when it is hard to see, use reflective tape on your chair and clothing. 2.
  • Page 15: Transfers

    V I . G E N E R A L N. TRANSFERS 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 wheelchair seat is not below you.To avoid a fall: 1.
  • Page 16: Reaching Or Leaning

    V I . O. REACHING OR LEANING Reaching or leaning affects the center of balance of your chair. If done improperly, a fall or tip-over is likely.When in doubt, ask for help or use a device to extend your reach. TO REDUCE THE RISK AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE CHAIR: 1.
  • Page 17: Obstacles

    V I . G E N E R A L Q. OBSTACLES Obstacles you may have to overcome in daily use include door thresholds, lifts, ramps and hazards such as potholes and broken pavement.These can damage your chair and may cause a fall, tip-over or loss of control. 1.
  • Page 18: To Reduce The Risk Of Falls,Tip-Over Or Loss Of Control

    V I . T. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FALL, TIP-OVER OR LOSS OF CONTROL: 1. Never use your chair on a slope unless you are sure you can do so without losing traction. 2. Always go as straight up and as straight down as you can.
  • Page 19: Ramps At Home & Work

    V I . G E N E R A L U. RAMPS AT HOME & WORK Make sure ramps meet all Building Codes for your area. 1. For your safety, have a licensed contractor build or remodel ramp to meet all standards.
  • Page 20: Curbs & Single Steps

    V I . W. CURBS & SINGLE STEPS 1. Your chair is not designed to drive up or down a curb or step more than two (2) inches high. Doing so may: • Result in a fall or tip-over. • Damage to the frame, wheels, axles or other chair parts, or loosen fasteners. 2.
  • Page 21: Warnings: Components & Options

    V I I . W A R N I N G S : Note: If you use parts or make changes not authorized by Sunrise it may create a safety hazard and will void the Warranty. A. ANTI-TIP LEVERS Never remove or alter anti-tip levers.They help keep your chair from tipping over backward in normal use.
  • Page 22: Footrests

    V I I . W A R N I N G S : F. FOOTRESTS 1. At the lowest point, footrests should be at least 2 If set too LOW, they may “hang up” on obstacles you can expect to find in normal use.This may cause the chair to stop suddenly and tip forward.
  • Page 23: Positioning Belts (Optional)

    V I I . W A R N I N G S : J. POSITIONING BELTS (OPTIONAL) Use a positioning belt only to help support your posture. Improper use of such belts may cause severe injury or death. 1. Make sure you are not at risk to slide down in the wheelchair seat. If this occurs, you may suffer chest compression or suffocate due to pressure from the belt.
  • Page 24: M.seating Systems

    V I I . W A R N I N G S : M. SEATING SYSTEMS 1. Use of a seating system not approved by Sunrise may alter the center of balance of this chair.This may cause a fall or tip-over. 2.
  • Page 25: Tips For Attendants

    V I I I . T I P S 1. Persons who help a rider do one of the following tasks should review and heed the warnings “Notice to Attendants” and all warnings in this Manual for that task. 2. The “Tips” that follow are suggestions only. Be aware that you will need to learn safe methods best suited to the rider and to your abilities.
  • Page 26: Set Up, Adjustment & Use

    I X . S E T - U P , NOTES 1. Work Surface For Set-Up: Use a flat surface, such as a table, to assemble, adjust and check your chair. This makes the steps easier and helps ensure a correct set-up. 2.
  • Page 27: Tools You Will Need

    I X . S E T - U P , TOOLS YOU WILL NEED 1. Basic Tool Kit: To set-up, adjust and maintain your chair you will need the following tools: • 7/16" box and open-end wrench • 1/2" box and open-end wrench •...
  • Page 28: Battery Removal And Installation

    I X . S E T Note on Torque Setting: A torque setting is the optimum tightening which should be made on a particular fastener. A torque wrench which measures in./lbs. Should be used when tightening fasteners on Quickie wheelchairs. Unless otherwise noted, use a torque setting of 120 in./lbs.When setting up this wheelchair.
  • Page 29: Footrests

    I X . S E T - U P , B. FOOTRESTS 1. Installation a) Place swing-away pivot plate (A) onto the locating pin (B) on top of the caster housing with the footrest facing out- ward from frame. b) Rotate the footrest inward until latch plate (C ) locks into place on locking bolt.
  • Page 30: Remote Joystick

    I X . S E T D. REMOTE JOYSTICK 1. Installation a) To connect the power to the joystick, line up the two dots on the power cable connector plug - the plug is located at the rear of the chair above the motors.
  • Page 31: Height Adjustable Armrests (Optional)

    I X . S E T - U P , 2. Height-Adjustment a) Release the upper securing lever (A). b) Set at desired height c) Return securing lever to locked position. d) Move armrest up or down to allow armrest to snap into place G.
  • Page 32: Seat Frame

    Note: Adjustment on both sides of the wheel- chair must be exactly equal. I. FOLDING BACKREST Quickie P300 wheelchairs are shipped with backrest in folded position. 1. Upright Positioning a) Lift backrest to upright position so that latch handles (C) lock into place.
  • Page 33: Suspension Seat

    S E T - U P , K. SUSPENSION SEAT There are three spring rates to choose from for the Quickie P300 suspension seat: Light for riders weighing 100-150 lbs. Medium for riders weighing 150-200 lbs. Heavy for riders weighing 200-250 lbs.
  • Page 34: M.check-Out

    I X . S E T M.CHECK-OUT Once the wheelchair is assembled and adjusted, it should roll smoothly and easily. All accessories should also perform smoothly. After the wheelchair has been set up be sure the chair performs to your specified operational settings (see pages 35-38).
  • Page 35: Operating Guide

    O P E R A T I N G A. CONTROL SETTINGS 1. It is vital to match control settings to your level of function and ability. 2. Consult your health care professional and your supplier to select the best control settings for you.
  • Page 36: Quickie Smart Pad Programmer Pad (Optional)

    B. QUICKIE SMART PAD PROGRAMMER PAD (OPTIONAL) Program settings beyond the ability of the rider can result in serious injury. Consult your health care advisor before you alter settings. 1. Notes: The Quickie Smart Pad Programmer lets you adjust the control settings of the P300.You can customize a program for yourself or select the standard program.
  • Page 37: Thermal Roll-Back

    D. CIRCUIT BREAKERS 1. Notes: Your Quickie P300 has two battery boxes, with a circuit breaker on each box. • In the unlikely event of a short circuit or heavy overload, all power to your chair will be shut off.
  • Page 38: Joystick Assembly

    The remote joystick assembly connects to a E. JOYSTICK ASSEMBLY microprocessor, which controls the chair’s performance.The remote box consists of the following parts: Use this knob to adjust the maximum 1. Speed Control Knob: speed of your chair.Turn it counter-clock- wise to reduce speed;...
  • Page 39: Motor Locks

    O P E R A T I N G 1. Never use the ON/OFF switch to stop your chair except in an emergency. This will result in an abrupt stop, and may cause you to fall. 2. To slow or stop your chair, return the joystick to neutral. F.
  • Page 40: X1. Batteries

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Notes: • Batteries supply the power for your chair.They contain a finite amount of energy and have limits on how long they can store and supply energy. • You can charge batteries only a certain number of times before they will fail and no longer hold a charge.
  • Page 41: Battery Charger

    X I . B. BATTERY CHARGER A battery charger produces a direct current (DC).When applied to a discharged battery, this reverses the chemical reaction that led to its discharge. 1. Charge Rate. How fast a battery will charge depends on: •...
  • Page 42: Acid Burns

    C. ACID BURNS Acid in batteries is corrosive. It can cause serious burns to the eyes and skin and can damage floors, furniture, clothing and your wheelchair. 1. Use extreme care not to spill acid when you handle batteries. Keep batteries upright. 2.
  • Page 43: Charging Batteries

    X I . E. CHARGING BATTERIES To avoid the risk of severe injury or death from electrical shock, fire or explosion while charging: 1. Never connect charger to a 240 volt source.The main input voltage is 110 volts. 2. Never touch the charger after it is connected to an electrical outlet.This may cause electrical shock.
  • Page 44: Maintenance

    X I I . A. NOTES 1. Proper maintenance will improve performance and extend the useful life of your chair. 2. Clean your chair regularly.This will help you find loose or worn parts and will make your chair easier to use. 3.
  • Page 45: Battery Maintenance

    X I I . D. BATTERY MAINTENANCE 1. To prevent an acid spill, always keep batteries upright. 2. Never smoke or hold an open flame near batteries. 3. Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you handle batteries. 1. Maintenance Schedule: This varies for different types of batteries.
  • Page 46: Pneumatic Tires

    X I I . E. PNEUMATIC TIRES 1. Do not use this chair if any of the tires are under- or over-inflated. 2. Low pressure in a tire may cause the chair to veer to one side and result in loss of control.
  • Page 47: Motor Brushes

    X I I . 2. 20" Drive Wheels: a. Elevate and securely support chair so that wheel is off the ground. Release all air from tire. b. Remove six lug nuts from rim and remove wheel. Note: do not remove single spindle nut located in center of the wheel. c.
  • Page 48: Wiring Diagram

    X I I I . W I R I N G D I A G R A M Wiring Diagram Detail – – – 930317 Rev. C...
  • Page 49: Sunrise Limited Warranty

    X I V . S U N R I S E 1. FOR LIFE We warrant the main frame of this wheelchair against defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime use of the first consumer purchaser. 2. ADDITIONAL WARRANTY We warrant Sunrise-made components of this wheelchair against defects in materials and workmanship as follows: a.
  • Page 50 7477 East Dry Creek Parkway • Longmont, Colorado • 80503 USA (800) 456-8165 In Canada (800) 263-3390 Manufactured under one or more of the following patents: U.S. Patent # 5,062,677; 5,149,173; 5,211,446; 5,352,023; 5,407,248; plus other foreign patents. © 1998, Sunrise Medical 5.98 930317 Rev. C...

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