Sunrise Medical Quickie Q700M Service Instructions Manual page 10

Weekly checks
Perform the weekly check routine before driving as described below.
Checking Parking brake:
This test should be carried out on a level floor with at least one meter clearance all around the chair.
• Switch on the control system.
• Check that the battery gauge remains on, or flashes slowly, after one second.
• Push the joystick slowly forwards until you hear the parking brakes operate.
• The chair may start to move.
• Immediately release the joystick. You must be able to hear each parking brake operate, (click), within a few seconds.
• Repeat the test a further 3 times, pushing the joystick slowly backwards, left and right.
Checking connectors & cables:
• Make sure that all connectors are securely mated.
• Check the condition of all cables and connectors for damage.
Checking controller:
• Check the thin rubber gaiter or boot around the base of the joystick shaft for damage or splitting. Check visually only, do not
handle the gaiter.
• Make sure that all components of the control system are securely mounted. Do not over-tighten any securing screws.
Checking controls:
• Switch on the hand control – Do the lights flash? This signifies that there is a fault in the electronic system. Refer to chapter 9 for
basic troubleshooting
• Operate all of the electric options, including lights and indicators, (if fitted), to make sure that they work correctly.
• With the seating in an elevated position, drive the wheelchair to make sure that the 'creep' mode works which will slow the
wheelchair.
• Drive the wheelchair in each of the drive profiles to make sure the wheelchair performs as it did before.
WARNING!
• If you are in any doubt about the performance requirements of your wheelchair contact your Sunrise Medical authorised dealer.
• After performing any maintenance or repairs on the wheelchair you must make sure that it is functioning correctly before it is
used.
• A complete inspection, safety check and service should be made by a Sunrise Medical authorised dealer at least once per year.
• All fasteners must be replaced like for like using the correct length, tensile strength and materials.
• When replacing self-locking nuts, or nuts/studs secured with a thread locking solution, ensure that a suitable thread locking
solution is reapplied to the fastener.
• Check all Velcro fastening straps for correct adhesion when pressed together.
• Ensure that any contamination, such as fluff, hair,etc is removed from the Velcro straps. Such contamination may affect adhesion.
Monthly checks
Perform the monthly check routine before driving as described below.
• All fasteners should be checked monthly for wear, such as loose bolts or broken components.
• Check all straps monthly for fraying, ripped seams or other indications of excessive wear damage. Discontinue use if damage is
found.
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