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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual...
- Page 2 How to use this manual We at Sunrise Medical want you to get the best out of your Powertec F50 powerchair. This Owner’s Manual will familiarise you with the chair and its features. It contains hints on everyday usage and general care in addition to information on the high quality standards which we adhere to and details about the guarantee.
- Page 3 Using your Wheelchair Batteries and Battery Charging User Tips Transportation Lap belt instructions Maintenance Maintenance Chart Service History Sunrise Medical page 1 page 2 page 3 page 4 - 6 page 7 - 12 page 13 - 19 page 20...
- Page 4 If you have any queries about the use, maintenance or safety of your wheelchair please contact your local approved Sunrise Medical service agent. If you do not know of an approved dealer in your area or have any other questions please write or telephone:...
- Page 5 Medical Limited recommend that you do not undertake maintenance tasks other than those explained in this manual. Your local approved Sunrise Medical service agent is fully trained by Sunrise Medical to carry out detailed maintenance as and when required. Use only genuine Sunrise Medical replacement parts.
- Page 6 Charging page 23-30 The Powertec F50 has been designed for use by an individual on a daily basis. It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. It is only intended for use as a pavement vehicle, but may also be used when crossing between pavements.
- Page 7 Safety warnings Safety warnings Safety is a very important with any vehicle that is power driven, here are some helpful tips to safeguard your use. General Always ensure that your wheelchair is switched off before attempting to mount or dismount. Always ensure that you are able to operate all controls from a comfortable position.
- Page 8 Safety warnings Batteries Your wheelchair is supplied as standard from Sunrise Medical with maintenance-free batteries. These only require regular charging. Do not, under any circumstances, tamper with the batteries. If in any doubt contact your local service agent. Do not connect the battery charger...
- Page 9 Safety warnings Wheelchair range The range of your wheelchair can be affected by many factors such as user weight, terrain, ambient temperature and battery condition. The stated range in the sales literature should be seen as the theoretical maximum and may not be attained by every user.
- Page 10 Preparing your wheelchair for use Power-base assembly Your Sunrise electric wheelchair has been designed with a unique capability - the front and rear sections of the powerbase will separate, allowing for greater ease when transporting your chair (Fig.1). To “re-dock” the two halves tilt the rear unit backwards resting unit on the small anti-tip wheels (Fig.1).
- Page 11 Preparing your wheelchair for use Fitting the batteries Your Sunrise wheelchair batteries are located in two battery boxes. With your powerbase fully assembled, drop the battery boxes into the centre of the powerbase. It is important to note that there is a left and a right hand battery box.
- Page 12 Preparing your wheelchair for use Fitting the seat frame To fit the seat frame to a fully assembled powerbase, locate the rear seat lugs into the two outer grooves on the seat location bar (Fig. 4). Lower seat to position the seat stem into the receiving collar (Fig.
- Page 13 Preparing your wheelchair for use Seat stem adjustment In order to provide fine adjustment of the angle of the seat frame, you will note that the seat stem is fitted with a locknut where the seat stem meets the under seat cross bar. To adjust the seat angle to a position between that normally provided for by the series of holes in the seat...
- Page 14 Preparing your wheelchair for use Never attempt to adjust the seat angle with the user still occupying the chair. Never attempt to drive the wheelchair with set angle in excess of 15° from horizontal. Removal of seat frame To remove the seat frame press down the finger bar and pull backwards to release the seat stem and lift the seat upwards until it can...
- Page 15 Preparing your wheelchair for use Attaching the backrest The backrest of your Sunrise wheelchair is assembled by locating the backrest tube into their receivers as shown. Once inserted up to the shoulder the backrest must be secured by inserting the spring loaded release pin into the lower location hole in the receivers.
- Page 16 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Power supply Ensure the power lead is connected correctly into its socket on the rear of the control pod (Fig.12). The immobiliser plug When this is activated the chair will not function, other than the hazard warning light system.
- Page 17 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Adjustable speed setting Your controller has five speed settings. To adjust: 1. Press the mode button until the speed settings indicator is flashing (Fig. 14). 2. Increase or decrease the speed setting by pushing the joystick to the left or right respectively, until the required setting is obtained.
- Page 18 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Indicators The right hand button operates the right side, front and rear indicators, the left button operates the left side, front and rear indicators. To cancel press the button again (Fig. 16). The horn button When pressed the horn buzzer will sound, it stops when you release...
- Page 19 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Hazard lights Depressing the button will operate the front and rear hazard lights. This is effective either when the chair is switched On or Off. The two indicators will flash intermittently until cancelled by pressing the button again (Fig.
- Page 20 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Actuator mode function This will be included on your remote control pod if you have one or more electric options fitted to your chair. Refer to Fig. 20. Menu select To chose an electric option press the mode button until the red lights are visible on the wheelchair diagram next to the joystick.
- Page 21 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Charging socket See section on charging. Operation the control joystick When engaging the main On/Off switch, allow a few seconds prior to moving the joystick. This allows the system to self check. If you move the joystick too soon, the battery level indicator display will flash, disabling drive to your wheelchair.
- Page 22 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Summary 1. To steer, simply move the joystick in the direction you wish to go (Fig. 22). 2. The further you move the joystick, the faster you will go. 3. New users should use slower speeds until they are confident when driving the power chair.
- Page 23 Parallel Swing-Away Arm Before adjusting the swing- away arm, switch off the controller to avoid accidental displacement of the joystick which would cause unwanted movement of your wheelchair. Gently apply pressure to the side of the controller nearest the user and as close as possible to the front of the controller.
- Page 24 Using your wheelchair Kerb climber Fitting Offer the kerb climber up to the ”U” brackets, align holes in the kerb climber shaft with the alignment holes in the “U” brackets. Take the spring clips and feed the straight section into the “U” bracket alignment holes.
- Page 25 Using your wheelchair Kerb climber (Caution) 1 Please show the utmost consideration for the other traffic on the road. Remember that the last thing a car or lorry driver expects to see is a wheelchair backing off the kerb into the road. If in any doubt, do not risk crossing the road until you are certain that it is safe.
- Page 26 Sunrise Medical only fit as standard maintenance free batteries into this type of wheelchair. Maintenance free batteries This type of battery uses a method of carrying the electrolyte commonly referred to as ‘gel’, that...
- Page 27 Batteries and charging Maintenance free battery care plan 1 Only use an approved Sunrise Medical charger compatible with the vehicle to be charged. 2 Charge your batteries every night, regardless of the amount of use your mobility device has had during the day. 3 Do not interrupt the charging cycle.
- Page 28 Batteries and charging General The external charger (Fig. 26) has been designed to charge two 12 volt Sonnenschien Dryfit Gel type batteries. Safety features The chargers have features which prevent hazards or accidents occurring as a result of connecting batteries the wrong way round, overheating caused by fault conditions, or attempting to charge wrong voltage batteries.
- Page 29 Batteries and charging Fault finding guide If, having followed the correct steps to start battery charging, the charger does not operate as described, then check as follows: No indicator The connection between the charger and the batteries has not been made. Mains supply Check that the mains supply is on, that any fuses are intact, and that...
- Page 30 Batteries and charging Procedures for Charging. 24V 10A charger The 24V 10A charger has one bi-coloured orange/green indicator to show the charger operation (Fig. 29). 1 Plug into the three pin charging point under the fornt of the control box (Fig. 28). 2 Connect the charger to the mains supply by means of the mains plug and switch on.
- Page 31 220V AC to 240V AC. Issue 4 9 Use of an attachment, not recommended or sold by Sunrise Medical, may result in a risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons. To reduce the risk of damage to electric plug...
- Page 32 Note: when buying replacement batteries always consult your sunrise medical service agent. Note: Before using your vehicle for the very first time, please charge the batteries for a period of 24 hours.
- Page 33 Owners Manual. The range stated sometimes differs from manufacturer to manufacturer even though the battery size is the same. Sunrise Medical measure the range of their vehicles in a consistent and uniform manner, but variances still occur due to motor efficiencies and overall product load weight.
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Page 34: Adverse Conditions
User tips Caution Please show the utmost consideration for the other traffic on the road. Remember that the last thing a car or lorry driver expects to see is a wheel chair backing off the kerb into the road. If in any doubt, do not risk crossing the road until you are certain that it is safe. - Page 35 User tips Transfer to and from the chair Sunrise Medical recommend that you consult your healthcare professional for assistance in developing your personal front or side transfer technique to best suit your needs, and avoid any personal injury (Fig. 31 and 32).
- Page 36 User tips Gradients: ascents When going uphill, keep the chair moving. Keep the joystick pushed well forward and steer by moving it from side to side. If you have stopped on a hill, then you should start slowly, and if necessary lean forward to obviate the tendency for the front wheels to lift (Fig.33).
- Page 37 Transportation Clamp points We do not recommend that you transport the F50 in a vehicle, however should you still choose to transport the F50, please clamp the product using a 4 Point Webbing Restraint as per the diagram shown (Fig 35). Fig.
- Page 38 Lap belt instructions Note: Lap belts are fitted as positional aids, and are not suitable as transportation restraints. Step 1 Place lab belt around chair. Step 2 Position belt such that fastening buckle is situated in the middle of the stomach. The positioning belt should be adjusted so that a hand can be placed between the user and the belt.
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Page 39: Electrical Connections
The annual full service must be performed by an approved Sunrise Medical Service Agent. For a list of approved service agents in your area please contact Sunrise Medical on this telephone number: 01384 44 66 88 Storage When storing your powerchair for... - Page 40 Battery terminals inspection. Clean and protect with petroleum jelly. SAFETY MUST BE OBSERVED! Check condition of upholstery and seating Complete inspection, safety check and service should be made by an authorised Sunrise Medical supplier To order spare parts. PLEASE QUOTE THE FOLLOWING: 1.
- Page 41 Service history This section is designed to assist you in keeping a record of any service and repairs to your Wheelchair. Should you decide to sell or exchange your vehicle in the future, this will prove most helpful to you. Your Service Agent will also benefit from a documented record and this manual should accompany the Wheelchair when service or repair work is carried out.
- Page 42 Sunrise Medical Your new F50 is manufactured in the West Midlands by Sunrise Medical. With over 30 years experience behind us, we are one of the longest established mobility equipment manufactures in the UK. All our Wheelchairs,Powerchairs, Scootas and Stairlifts undergo rigorous tests to ensure that they meet our requirements of comfort, safety and durability.
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- Page 44 Sunrise Medical Limited High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel 01384 4466 88 Fax 01384 44 66 99 www.sunrisemedical.co.uk...