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Sunrise Medical F45 F45 Owner's Manual

Sunrise Medical F45 F45 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 F45 Issue 6...
  • Page 3 How to use this manual We at Sunrise Medical want you to get the best out of your F45 wheelchair. 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 4 Parallel swing away arm Kerb climber Batteries and charging User tips Transportation Lap belt instructions Maintenance and service history Sunrise Medical page 1 page 2 page 3 page 4 - 6 page 7 - 8 page 9 page 9 - 11...
  • Page 5 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 6 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 7: Features And Options

    Features and options Backrests page 16-19 Batteries Charging page 34-43 Emergency Freewheel page 9 Tyres page 52 The F45 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 8: Safety Warning And User Tips

    Safety warning and user tips 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 9 Safety warning and user tips 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.
  • Page 10 Safety warning and user tips 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 11: Preparing Your Wheelchair For Use

    Preparing your wheelchair for use Armrests-removing Fig 1a: The armrests on both sides of the wheelchair can be removed to allow side transfer. Press the spring loaded catch mounted on the side of the armrest frame down tube (Fig. 1a) and remove armrest as shown.
  • Page 12 Preparing your wheelchair for use Fitting footrests Firstly, offer the footrest assembly at right angles to the frame (Fig. 3b), locate the stem into the frame tube and swing the assembly forward as in Fig. 3a to lock in position. To swing away the footrest, simply depress the retaining catch and turn the footrest out.
  • Page 13 Emergency freewheel and dedocking Emergency freewheel By turning the drive handles outwards (Fig. 5), the drive becomes disconnected from the motors. This may only be used in an emergency, or if you need to manually push your wheelchair. It is not intended for permanent use.
  • Page 14 Dedocking 3. Disconnect the power lead 6 pin plug from the rear battery (Fig. 7). Lift and pull the battery basket rear handle to gain access to the batteries. Disconnect the battery connection plug. Depress the buckle lock to release the rear battery and lift the battery out.
  • Page 15 Dedocking Refitting motor drive units 1. To refit the motor drive units ensure the 6 pin plug power connectors are free. 2. Tilt and lift the locating tongue under the dedocking socket. Lower the chair until the dedocking trigger clicks into position (Fig.

  • Page 16: Adjusting Armrest Height

    Armrests Adjusting the armrest width To adjust the width loosen the two screws as shown in Fig. 11, move the armrest assembly to the desired position, and tighten the screws firmly prior to use. Adjusting armrest height Fig 12a: To adjust the height loosen the adjusting screw, move the armrest to the desired position and tighten the screw.
  • Page 17 Footrests Footrest The footrest assembly can be removed by pulling the release lever forwards and swinging the footrest outwards and upwards. To re-fit the footrest insert the top into the vertical tube and swing inwards until the release lever locks into place (Fig.
  • Page 18 Footrests Adjusting the footrest length To adjust the footrest length remove the screw assembly on the footrest stem as shown in Fig. 11, adjust the length to suit. Replace the bolt assembly and tighten. Ensure the bolt is firmly located and tightened prior to use.
  • Page 19 Velcro strips in a similar position to ® ensure the cushion does not slip off the seat. The seat cushion supplied by Sunrise Medical all have removable covers. Loosen all the screws Detach the Velcro Fig. 17 Velcro ®...
  • Page 20 Seating Backrest removal and refitting Although there are a variety of backrests which can be used on the F45 chair they all attach and release in the same way. To remove the backrest (Fig. 19) depress the two catches on the base of the backrest and pull up the back.
  • Page 21 Seating Changing the shape or tension To change the shape and/or tension of the ‘Optima’ backrest remove the padded cover from the rear of the backrest and expose the tension straps (Fig 21). Loosen or tighten the straps to suit. (The most comfortable and supportive position is achieved with the wheelchair user seated in the chair).
  • Page 22 Seating Fully adjustable backrest To adjust the seating depth or the angle of the backrest, loosen the two screws on both push handles and slide the collars up or down until you have reached the desired position. You must ensure the screws are fully tight prior to use (Fig.
  • Page 23 Seating Manual adjustable backrest (recline) For depth or angle adjustment see ‘Fully Adjustable Backrest’ above. To recline the backrest angle simply pull the lever and lower the back to the required position. The angle can be set by inserting the locking pin into its locating position.
  • Page 24 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. 27). The immobiliser plug When this is activated the chair will not function, other than the hazard warning light system.
  • Page 25 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. 29). 2. Increase or decrease the speed setting by pushing the joystick to the left or right respectively, until the required setting is obtained.
  • Page 26 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. 31). The horn button When pressed the horn buzzer will sound, it stops when you release...
  • Page 27 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 28 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. 35. 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 29 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Charging socket See section on charging. Operating 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 30 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Summary 1. To steer, simply move the joystick in the direction you wish to go (Fig. 37). 2. The further you move the joystick, the faster you will go. 3. New users should use slower speeds until they feel confident when driving the powerchair.
  • Page 31 Penny and Giles Integral control Power supply Ensure the power lead is connected correctly into its socket on the rear of the battery box, and into the control pod (Fig. 38). Proportional control Your wheelchair is fitted as standard with a side mounted proportional control (Fig.
  • Page 32 Penny and Giles Integral control Adjustable speed setting The maximum power and speed of your wheelchair can be adjusted by turning the power setting control lever anticlockwise to reduce speed, and clockwise to increase speed, this is useful when learning or in tight situations (Fig.
  • Page 33 Penny and Giles Integral control On a steep hill, it may travel slightly further and you will notice the brakes being automatically applied when the chair is nearly stationary. Once the brakes have been applied, switching off will make no difference to the brakes, although it is always safer when remaining stationary for a period of time to...

  • Page 34: Parallel Swing Away Arm

    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 35: Kerb Climber

    Kerb climber Fitting and removal procedure 1. Locate the kerb climber bar into the left hand location bracket and push the bar against the spring (Fig. 45). 2. Hold the kerb climber with your right hand over the locking lever and release the locking pin.
  • Page 36 Kerb climber Front transfers If you find that the kerb climber is obstructing your exit or entry into the wheelchair you can swing the kerb climber back into the reverse position. Follow the fitting the instructions above, but rotate the climber through 90 Ο...
  • Page 37 Kerb climber Dismounting the kerb 1. Reverse the chair slowly and carefully until the rear wheels are on the edge of the kerb (Fig. 49). 2. Reverse as slowly as possible off the kerb with the rear wheels. You will feel more secure if you can lean forward, but if you can’t, don’t worry, the wheelchair is extremely stable as long as...

  • Page 38: Batteries And Charging

    Inspect the cut-out buttons and you will see which has tripped by the extension of the button. After a few seconds push the button in to resume. If a problem persists contact your local Sunrise Medical service dealer. F45 Issue 6 6 pin connector Battery...
  • Page 39 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 40 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.
  • Page 41 Batteries and charging General The external charger (Fig. 52) 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 42 Batteries and charging 24V 6A charger indicator lights The charger has 4 light indicators, each is clearly marked on the label to show their function (Fig. 53). Yellow - mains On This will illuminate when the mains plug is connected to the mains supply and the mains is switched on.
  • Page 43 Otherwise consult: Sunrise Medical or your local Sunrise Medical dealer. Flashing lights This indicates that the battery voltage is too low (over discharged batteries or batteries of the wrong voltage or type).
  • Page 44 Batteries and charging Procedure for connecting the charger and charging 1 The wheelchair can be charged via one of two charging sockets. The charger socket most convenient and often used is located on the front of the Pilot/ Pilot+ Control Box (Fig. 54A). The other charger socket is located on the rear of the battery boxes (Fig.
  • Page 45 Sunrise Medical Dealer. 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 46 Note: When buying replacement batteries always consult your sunrise medical service agent. Battery warranty Battery warranties are subject to periods set by the manufacturers, however, most of these warranties...
  • Page 47 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.
  • Page 48 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 49 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. 57 and 58).
  • Page 50 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.
  • Page 51 Transportation Clamp points The F45 has been crash tested to ISO 7176 Part 19. However, we do not recommend that you transport the F45 in a vehicle. Should you still choose to transport the F45, please clamp the product using a 4 Point Webbing Restraint as per the diagram shown (Fig.
  • Page 52 Transportation In vehicles This wheelchair has been crash tested in its standard configuration. However, due to safety risks Sunrise Medical do not recommend the transportation of people in their wheelchairs. Should a person need to be transported in wheelchair on...

  • Page 53: Lap Belt Instructions

    Lap belt instructions Note: Lap belts are fitted as positional aids, and are not suitable as transportation restraints. Step 1 Place lap belt round chair. Step 2 Seat lift Power/Manual recline back Position adjustment blocks to user’s requirements. Step 3 Position belt such that fastening buckle is situated in the middle of the stomach.
  • Page 54 Lap belt instructions Step 4 Attach bottom universal bracket (with slot facing downwards) to back posts of wheelchair. Wrap the metal strap around the back post. Place a washer on the securing screw, and insert the screw through the appropriate hole in the strap.For 1"...
  • Page 55 Sling back option 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. Step 3 Take the positioning belt strap and wrap around back post.

  • Page 56: Maintenance

    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 57 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 58: Service History

    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 59: Sunrise Medical

    Merlin Bath Lifter, bed accessories and walking sticks. Should you require any information on our full range of products please call us on 01384 44 66 88 or write to us at: Sunrise Medical Limited High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS www.sunrisemedical.co.uk...
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  • Page 62 Sunrise Medical Limited High Street, Wollaston, West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel 01384 44 66 88 Fax 01384 44 66 99 www.sunrisemedical.co.uk...

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