Reduce The Risk Of An Accident; G.safety Checklist; H.changes And Adjustments; Environmental Conditions - Quickie XTENDER Owner's Manual

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F . REDUCE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT
1. BEFORE you begin riding, you should be trained in the safe use of
this device by your Authorized Dealer.
2. Be aware that you must develop your own methods for safe use
best suited to your level of function and ability.
3. NEVER try a new maneuver on your own. Ask the advice of your
Health Care Professional to lower the risk of a fall or tip over.
4. Get to know the areas where you plan to use your device. Look for
hazards and learn how to avoid them.
G. SAFETY CHECKLIST
Before Each Use Of Your Device:
1. Make sure the chair rolls easily and that all parts work smoothly.
Check for noise, vibration, or a change in ease of use. (This may
indicate low tire pressure, loose fasteners, or damage to your
chair).
2.
Inspect for any problems. Your Authorized Dealer can help you
find and correct the problem(s).
3. Check to see that both quick-release rear axles are locked. When
locked, the axle button will "pop out" fully. If not locked, the wheel
may come off and cause you to fall.
4. If your chair has anti-tip tubes, lock them in place.
5. ADD ALL RELEVANT ITEMS REGARDING XTENDER
H. CHANGES & ADJUSTMENTS
1. See your healthcare professional and have them re-assess the basic
fit and performance measurements, and adjust seating components
when the Quickie Xtender is added to an existing chair.
2. Unauthorized modifications or use of parts not supplied or
approved by Sunrise may change the chair structure. This will void
the warranty and may cause a safety hazard.
If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or
loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
I. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
1. Use extra care if you must expose the Quickie Xtender to wet or
cold conditions.
2. Contact with water or excess moisture may cause your chair to
rust or corrode. Electronic components may also be effected.
Avoid all extreme weather situations if possible.
a. Do not use your device in a shower, pool or other body of
water, or use a sprayer to wash it. The parts are not water-
tight and may rust or corrode from the inside.
b. Avoid excess moisture (for example, do not leave the unit in a
damp bathroom while taking a shower).
c. Dry your device as soon as you can if it gets wet, or if you use
water to clean it.
If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or
loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
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J. CENTER OF BALANCE
Adding the Quickie Xtender to an existing chair will effect the center of
balance. The point where this chair will tip forward, back or to the side
depends on its center of balance and stability. How your chair is set up,
the options you select and the changes you make may affect the risk of a
fall or tip-over.
1. The Center Of Balance Is Also Affected By:
a. A change in your body position, posture or weight distribution.
b. Riding your chair on a ramp or slope.
c. A back pack or other options and the amount of added weight.
2. To Reduce The Risk Of An Accident:
a. Consult your authorized dealer BEFORE you modify or adjust
this device. Be aware that you may need to make other changes
to correct the center of balance.
b. Have someone help you until you know the balance points of
your chair and how to avoid a tip-over.
c. Use anti-tip tubes.
If you fail to heed these warnings, you are at a high risk of a fall, tip-over
or loss of control that could cause severe injury to the rider or others.
K. POWER ON/OFF
Do not remove the battery while the power assist is in operation, this will
cause the brakes to be applied to the chair and cause an unsafe situation.
Turn off the power switch and apply the brake in crowded or unpre-
dictable situations where someone might bump or push one of the wheel-
chair rims, causing the wheelchair to move unexpectedly.
Do not apply the ON/OFF button while on a slope.
1. Before applying the ON/OFF button:
a. Park in a level area.
b. Apply the parking brake.
L. MOVING BACKWARD
Use extra care when you move your chair backward. Your chair is most
stable when you propel yourself forward. You may lose control or tip over
if one of the rear wheels hits an object and stops rolling.
1. Propel your chair slowly and smoothly.
2. If your chair has anti-tip tubes, make sure to lock them in place.
3. Stop often and check to be sure your path is clear.
If you fail to heed this warning, you are at a high risk of damage to your
chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control that may occur and cause severe
injury to the rider or others.
M. TRANSIT
The transit option is not available with Xtender Power assist.
1. The Transit option should not be added to any wheelchair with the
Xtender.
2. ALWAYS remove the rider from the chair and use OEM Vehicle
restraints when transport is necessary.
If you fail to heed this warning, you are at a high risk of damage to your
chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control that may occur and cause severe
injury to the rider or others.
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