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  • Page 1 à ançais est à votre disposition en format PDF sur le site: www.SunriseMedical. com. Veuillez vous rendre à la page de votre produit pour télécharger le manuel dans la langue souhaitée, ou contactez un fournisseur agréé Sunrise Medical.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Thank you for choosing a Zippie wheelchair. We want to hear your questions or comments about this manual, the safety and reliability of your chair, and the service you receive from your Sunrise Medical autho- rized dealer. Please feel free to write or call us at the address and tele-...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Z IPPI E T S II. TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION ..........VIII. USE AND MAINTENANCE ......II. TABLE OF CONTENTS ........A. Introduction ..............III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS ......B. Critical Maintenance Tips ..........IV. NOTICE - READ BEFORE USE ......C.

  • Page 4: Your Chair And Its Parts

    Here you will learn about the components of your chair and options read this entire manual and ensure you follow all instructions. Review the you can select for safety. Consult your Sunrise Medical authorized warnings often, until they are second nature to you.

  • Page 5: General Warnings

    Unauthorized modifications or use of parts, or accessories not supplied or tipping. approved by Sunrise Medical may change the chair structure. This will void 2. DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair. the warranty and may cause a safety hazard.

  • Page 6: Safety Checklist

    2. Inspect any problem. Your Sunrise Medical authorized dealer can 3. Do not operate your chair in sand, loose soil, or over rocky terrain.

  • Page 7: Motor Vehicle Safety

    4. To prevent injury to your back, use good posture and proper body mechan- dealer, or call Sunrise Medical at 1-800-333-4000 if you don’t have ics. When you lift or support the rider or tilt the chair, bend your knees slightly and keep your back as upright and straight as you can.

  • Page 8: Safety Warnings: Falls And Tip-Overs

    Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist to find out what axle and E. REACHING OR LEANING caster position is best for you. b. Consult your Sunrise Medical authorized dealer BEFORE you mod- WARNING ify or adjust this chair. Be aware that you may need to make other If you reach or lean it will affect the center of balance of your chair.

  • Page 9: Escalators

    Z IPPI E T S VI. SAFETY WARNINGS: FALLS AND TIP-OVERS G. ESCALATORS WARNING NEVER use this chair on an escalator, even with an attendant. If you do, a fall or tip-over is likely. If you fail to heed this warning you and others that may be assisting you, are at a high risk of severe injury.

  • Page 10: Transfers

    Z IPPI E T S VI. SAFETY WARNINGS: FALLS AND TIP-OVERS Optimum Transfer position I. TRANSFERS WARNING 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 wheelchair seat is not below you. To avoid a fall: 1.

  • Page 11: Climbing A Curb Or Single Step

    Z IPPI E T S VI. SAFETY WARNINGS: FALLS AND TIP-OVERS K. CLIMBING A CURB OR SINGLE STEP WARNING For Attendant: follow these steps to help the rider climb a curb or single step going BACKWARD: 1. Stay behind the chair. 2.

  • Page 12: Warnings: Components And Options

    Pneumatic (16-in) fasteners. Use of improper fasteners may cause your chair to fail. Pneumatic (20-in) 1. ONLY use fasteners provided by a Sunrise Medical authorized Pneumatic (22-in) dealer (or ones of the same type and strength, as indicated by the markings on the heads).

  • Page 13: Positioning Belts Option

    Z IPPI E T S VII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS AND OPTIONS G. POSITIONING BELTS (OPTIONAL) I. QUICK-RELEASE AXLES WARNING WARNING 1. Do not use this chair UNLESS you ensure that both quick-release The positioning belt is predominately used to support your posture. It can rear axles are locked.

  • Page 14: Modified Seat Systems

    1. Do not attempt to change the location of the anti-tip receivers, or your Sunrise Medical authorized dealer first. remove them UNLESS you consult your Sunrise Medical authorized 2. Use of a seating system not approved by Sunrise may affect the fold- dealer first.

  • Page 15: Use And Maintenance

    Sunrise Medical authorized dealer if desired. Always use parts and/or accessories that have been recommended or approved by Sunrise Medical when servicing this chair. Safety and Function Check A.

  • Page 16: To Mount And Remove Rear Wheels

    Wheel-locks must be adjusted after ensuring the tires have the correct air pressure. When fully engaged, the arm should be imbedded into the tire at least 1/8-in (D) to be effective. If you find the wheel locks have slipped or are not working correctly contact your Sunrise Medical authorized dealer for proper adjustment.

  • Page 17: Anti-Tips

    Repeat these steps with second anti-tip tube. J. SINGLE POST HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE ARMREST Sunrise Medical offers several different types of armrests: Fixed, wwing-away, and Flip-back armrests. Flip- back armrests can be detached or can flip back to allow lateral transfers. They are height adjustable (1-in increments) by flipping the adjustment lever and moving the armrest pad (1) up or down to the desired height.

  • Page 18: Z-Finity™ Footrest System (Option)

    FOOTREST SYSTEM (Option) ™ With the Z-finity footrest system, Sunrise Medical offers either a single Flip-up Footplate (A), or dual foot- plates (B) that are able to accommodate all of the possible heights and adjustment angles that the rider may require for their comfort and support.

  • Page 19: Folding And Unfolding

    Z IPPI E T S VIII. USE AND MAINTENANCE O. FOLDING AND UNFOLDING WARNING Possible pinch point! BE CAREFUL. NOTE– Only chairs with cross brace assembly will fold. To fold the chair, remove the seat and back. Pull the cross brace strap (A) up. Press the side frames together firmly.

  • Page 20: Storage Tips

    2. Before using your chair, ensure it is in proper working order. Inspect and service all items on the “Maintenance Chart”. 3. If stored for more than three months, have your chair inspected by a Sunrise Medical authorized deal- er before use.

  • Page 21: Dealer Service And Adjustment

    2. Metric Hex key set parts before returning this chair to service. 3. Imperial Open-end Wrench set 4. All major maintenance and repair work should be done by a Sunrise Medical authorized dealer. 4. Metric Open-end Wrench set 5. Torque wrench B.

  • Page 22: Rear Wheel Axle Nut Adjustment

    Z IPPI E T S IX. DEALER SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT E. REAR WHEEL AXLE NUT ADJUSTMENT Tight axle sleeves should be maintained for proper performance of the wheelchair. a. To adjust the axle (A) you will need a 3/4-in wrench to turn the outside axle nuts (C). b.

  • Page 23: Armrest Receiver Attachment

    Z IPPI E T S IX. DEALER SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT I. ARMREST RECEIVER ATTACHMENT 1. Mounting 1. Thread the two screws and washers (A) through the rear side frame tube, and into the single post height-adjustable armrest receiver (B). 2. Tighten the hardware to 13.6 Nm [120 in-lbs]. 2.

  • Page 24: Z-Finity Footrest System

    The footrest position is key to keeping the body in the proper alignment and providing a stable support for your legs and torso. Ensure that your Sunrise Medical authorized dealer has correctly adjusted your footrests and/or legrests with the advice of a health care provider. The original setup should not be changed without first checking with that health care provider.

  • Page 25: Kids And Adult Angle Adjustable Footplates

    Z IPPI E T S IX. DEALER SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT P. KIDS AND ADULT ANGLE ADJUSTABLE FOOTPLATE 1. Height Adjustment a. Remove the retaining bolt from the frame tube (A). b. Move footplate assembly to desired height. c. Left and right footrest will normally be at equal height. d.

  • Page 26: Caster Plates

    Position the backrest pivot plate in the desired pre-drilled holes on the tilt seat tube. (See matrix below.) c. Replace bolts and tighten securely. NOTE – A rear frame extension is available for 19-in and 20-in frame depths from your Sunrise Medical autho- rized dealer. 2. Tilt-in-Space Tube Adjustment a.

  • Page 27: Solid Back And Seat Insert

    Rotate the jam nut (E) clockwise. b. Turn the cable adjuster piece (F) until looseness is removed from cable. c. Tighten jam nut. NOTE – Adjustments to tilt-in-space mechanism are recommended to be made by a Sunrise Medical authorized dealer. 3. Foot Release Depressing foot pedal (G) disengages the locking mechanism and allows the seat and back to rotate in space.

  • Page 28: Cable Adjustment

    Replace and tighten the saddle bolts in the strut tubes. NOTE– Strut tubes have 2-in width adjustment available. Size changes may require a larger seat insert and footplates. Call your Sunrise Medical authorized dealer for details. Use a torque setting of 11.3 Nm [100 in-lbs] when making this adjustment.

  • Page 29: Aa. Growing Seat Pan

    1. Review the set-up and check-out sections to ensure the chair was properly prepared. 2. Review troubleshooting guide. 3. If your problem persists, contact Sunrise Medical customer service. See the introduction page for details on how to contact Sunrise Medical customer service.

  • Page 30: Nameplate

    B4Me product is read and understood, before regulations. Options or accessories shown are available at extra cost. the product is fi rst used. Sunrise Medical also recommends that the user information is not discarded after reading it, but it is kept safely stored for NOTE: General user advice.

  • Page 31: Sunrise Limited Warranty

    Sunrise Medical will, at its option, repair or G. ADDITIONAL WARRANTY INFORMATION replace it without charge. This warranty does not apply to puncture, tears or burns.
  • Page 32 North American Headquarters 37170 Chambray-Lès-Tours 2842 N. Business Park Avenue Tel : + 33 (0) 2 47 55 44 00 Fresno, CA, 93727, USA Email: info@sunrisemedical.fr (800) 333-4000 www.sunrisemedical.fr (800) 300-7502 www.SunriseMedical.com ©2023 Sunrise Medical (US) LLC MK-100208 Rev B...

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