General Warnings; Weight Limit; Intended Use; Area Of Application - Sunrise Medical Zippie TS Manual

Z IPPI E T S
A. WEIGHT LIMIT
NEVER exceed the weight limit specified by Sunrise Medical. The weight
capacity provided by your manufacturer is for the combined weight of
a rider and items carried using on-board storage. If you do exceed the
weight limit, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may
occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
Weight Capacity
®
Zippie TS - 165 lbs (75kg)
B. INTENDED USE
®
The Zippie TS wheelchair's intended use is to provide mobility to chil-
dren limited to a sitting position.
The intended lifetime of the wheelchair is 5 years.
DO NOT use this device for purposes other than what is intended by the
manufacturer
1. The wheelchair is not designed for weight training and is unsafe for
use as a seat while weight training. Weight training from the wheel-
chair substantially changes the stability of the chair and may cause
tipping.
2. DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair.
3. NEVER allow someone to stand on your chair or use it as a step
ladder.
4. This chair is designed for a single rider only.
5. Unauthorized modifications and use of parts or accessories not
supplied or approved by Sunrise Medical may change the chair
structure. This will void the warranty and may cause a safety hazard.
If the warning is ignored, damage to your chair, and the potential
severe injury of the person using the chair for unintended purposes
can occur.
C. AREA OF APPLICATION
The varieties of fitting variants, as well as the modular design, mean that it
can be used by those who cannot walk or have limited mobility because of:
- Paralysis
- Loss of extremity (leg amputation)
- Extremity defect deformity
- Joint contractures / joint injuries
- Illnesses such as heart and circulation deficiencies, disturbance of equi-
librium or cachexia, Neurological disease patterns, Muscle dystrophy,
Hemiplegia as well as for elderly people who still have strength in the
upper body.
The wheelchair shall not be used without attendant in case of:
- Perception disorder
- Imbalance
- Loss of both arms, if not supported by a caregiver
- Joint contracture or joint damage on both arms
- Seating disability
When considering provision, please also note the body size, weight, phys-
ical and psychological constitution, the age of the person, living conditions
and environment.
WARNING
WARNING
NOTE:
Please note that driving a wheelchair requires sufficient cognitive, physical
and visual skills. The user must be able to assess the effects of actions
during the operation of the wheelchair and, if necessary, to correct them.
These capabilities and the safe use of the additionally attached components
cannot be assessed by Sunrise Medical as a manufacturer. We cannot
accept any liability for any damage resulting from this.
Please refer to the operating instructions of the wheelchair and the addi-
tionally mounted components. Instruct the user in the safe use of the
wheelchair and the additionally mounted components. Inform users of spe-
cific warnings that need to be read, understood, and respected.
D. ATTENDANTS AND CAREGIVERS
Before you assist a rider, ensure you read all warnings contained in this
manual, and follow all instructions that apply. Be aware that after consult-
ing a healthcare provider, you will need to learn safe and proven body
mechanics to use and create assistive methods best suited to your abilities.
E. ACCESSORIES
Unauthorized modifications or use of parts, or accessories not supplied or
approved by Sunrise Medical may change the chair structure. This will void
the warranty and may cause a safety hazard.
Some problems that may occur, but are not limited to:
1. Incorrect wheels and/or tires that put the rider at risk of a fall or
tip-over.
2. Adding a component to the frame, changing the structural integrity
of the chair.
3. Any modification or disassembly can potentially create an unsafe
situation where rider and/or attendant are put at risk.
F. KNOW YOUR CHAIR
Every wheelchair is different. Take the time to learn the feel of this chair
before you begin riding. Start slowly, with easy, smooth strokes. If you are
use to a different chair, you may use too much force and tip over. If you
use too much force, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control
may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
G. REDUCE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT
1. BEFORE you begin riding, you should be trained in the safe use of
this chair by your health care provider.
2. Practice bending, reaching and transfers until you know the limit of
your ability. Have someone help you until you know what can cause
a fall or tip-over and how to avoid doing so.
3. Be aware that you must develop your own methods for safe use
best suited to your level of function and ability.
4. NEVER try a new maneuver on your own. Ask the advice of your
health care provider to lower the risk of a fall or tip over.
5. Get to know the areas where you plan to use your chair. Look for
hazards and learn how to avoid them.
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V. GENERAL WARNINGS
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