Using The Wheelchair; Checking Wheelchair Before Use; Making A Transfer - Sunrise Medical Quickie Q700 M General Manual

5.0 Using the wheelchair

DANGER!
• Be aware that you may need to adjust the controller settings
of your system.
• Check and adjust the settings every six to twelve months.
• Consult your authorized dealer to adjust the control settings
immediately if you notice any change in your ability to:
1. Control the joystick
2. Hold your torso erect
3. Avoid running into objects.

5.1 Checking wheelchair before use

Perform the following daily check routine before driving:
CAUTION!
Checking wheels and tires
• Are the tires sufficiently inflated (Chapter 8.2).
Checking batteries
• Before using your vehicle for the very first time, please charge
your batteries for a period of 24 hours.
• Are the batteries sufficiently charged? The green lights on the
battery indicator must be on. & Controller
WARNING!
Battery chargers are only intended to charge:
• 24V
• Group 24, and Group 34
• Lead Acid and Gel style batteries.
Checking lights and indicators
• Ensure that the lights and indicators are functioning correctly
and lens screens are clean before going outdoors at night.
& Controller
Checking remote
• With the control system switched off, check that the joystick
is not bent or damaged and that it returns to the center when
you push and release it.
Checking free wheel switch
• Ensure that the free wheel switch has been set to 'drive'.
(Chapter 5.8).
Checking seating
• Ensure that all the cushions are in place.
• Make sure that the backrest is correctly fitted and adjusted.
• Visually inspect the wheelchair to make sure the leg rests,
armrests etc. are correctly positioned and attached to the
wheelchair and all fasteners are sufficiently tightened.
• Ensure that the seat interface knobs are tight and secure.
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Checking clothing on potential entrapment
• When operating the wheelchair, ensure that your clothing
does not hamper the wheelchair (i.e. too long). Before use,
always make sure your clothing or accessories do not come
into contact with the wheels or and other moving and/or
rotating parts in which they could become entangled.
Checking weather condition
• In winter, batteries have a reduced capacity. During a period
of light frost, the capacity is roughly 75% of the normal
capacity. At temperatures below 23˚ F (-5˚C) this will be
roughly 50%. This will reduce your range of action.

5.2 Making a transfer

Sunrise Medical recommends 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.
DANGER!
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 seating system seat is not below you.
WARNING!
When transferring to and from the wheelchair, do not use the
armrest as a means of support.
When transferring the user in or out of the seating system
never use the footplate as a platform.
For further instructions, warnings, tips and tricks about
making a transfer, please refer to  Seating system.
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