Tyre Maintenance; Cleaning And Disinfection - Sunrise Medical Quickie Q50R Service Instructions Manual

• 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.
• If you are in any doubt about the performance requirements of your wheelchair contact your Sunrise Medical authorized 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 authorized dealer at least once every two
years.
• 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.

5.2 Tyre maintenance

5.2.1 Tyre wear
When inspecting the tyres for signs of wear, look for significant scuff marks, cuts and a diminished tyre tread. Tyres will need to be
changed when the tread cannot be seen over the complete surface of the tyre.
Maintenance ＆ Inspection Schedule
Daily check routine as described in chapter 5.0 of the service
manual
Weekly check routine as described in chapter 5.0 of the service
manual
Clean wheelchair upholstery
Complete inspection, safety check and service should be made
by a Sunrise Medical authorized dealer.

5.3 Cleaning and disinfection

The wheelchair should be wiped over once per week with a slightly damp, not wet, cloth and any fluff or dust that has accumulated
around the motors should be blown or dusted away.
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