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SUNRISE F16 How to use this manual We at Sunrise Medical want you to get the best out of your F16 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.
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25 - 33 User tips page 34 - 36 Transporting your chair page 37 - 38 Lap belt instructions page 39 - 41 Maintenance page 42 - 43 Service history page 44 Sunrise Medical page 45 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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Introduction The F16 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.
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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.
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Tyres page 38 The F16 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.
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Full speed turns should not be so and could cause personal injury attempted. If you need to turn or damage the chair. The F16 has sharply you must reduce your only been designed to climb a speed with the joystick or speed single step or kerb.
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Tyres Batteries Your wheelchair tyres can wear Your wheelchair is supplied as depending on use. Check them standard from Sunrise Medical with regularly in accordance with the maintenance-free batteries. These service instructions in this manual, only require regular charging. especially the pressure of the tyres.
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Before attempting to climb or decline a slope, we strongly recommend that you return the seat and back to an upright position. SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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(Fig. 2). Note: Before using your vehicle for the very first time, please charge your batteries for a peiod of 24 hours. Battery connection plugs Fig. 2 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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The armrests on both sides of the wheelchair can now be fitted. Lower the armrests into their receivers until they reach the required position and push the locking lever into the locked position (Fig. 6). Armrest receiver Fig. 6 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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Retaining catch and swing assembly forward to lock in position. To swing away the footrest, simply depress the retaining catch and turn the footrest out. This can now be lifted out if required. Fig. 8 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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To remove the armrest move the Locking lever in 'remove' locking lever to the position shown position in Fig. 10 and slide the complete armrest upwards until it clears its receiver. Fig. 10 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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ALWAYS RE-ENGAGE THE EMERGENCY FREEWHEEL Fig. 11 AFTER USE Seat sling tensioning Philips screws Your F16 wheelchair is fitted as standard with a retensionable seat (Fig. 12). The seat sling can be re-tensioned ® through the use of Velcro panels underneath the seat.
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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. 14). Fig. 14 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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This will immediately apply automatically applied when the full braking and bring the chair to a chair is nearly stationary. rapid halt. SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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Charger connected bars electrical system (Fig. 16). indicate Right motor wiring fault possible area of Right motor disconnected fault Left motor wiring fault Left motor disconnected Low battery voltage Fig. 16 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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Fig. 18. Note: When unplugging the power lead pull off by gripping the outer plastic cover. Never pull the cable to disconnect the plug. Power supply Outer cover Fig. 18 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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4. Your chair should now be immobilised. On/Off button To de-activate the immobiliser 1. Turn on remote. 2. Insert the immobiliser plug. 3. Pull out after a few seconds. 4. Your chair should now be ready to use. Fig. 20 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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The lights also help indicate the position of a fault (should the need arise). When in fault the light will flash quickly. Noting the number of lights flashing may help your service agent in simple fault finding. Fig. 22 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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To cancel press the button again (Fig.23). Fig. 23 The horn button When pressed the horn buzzer will sound, it stops when you release the button (Fig.24). Fig. 24 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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(Fig.25). Fig. 25 Main lights Depressing this button will operate the lights (Fig.26) only when the chair is switched on. Pressing it again will switch the lights off. Fig. 26 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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Programme port This will enable an approved service agent to reprogramme your chair and also gain useful information when tracing any faults Programme port (Fig.28). Fig. 28 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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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 switch off. SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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6. It is important that the chair is Fig. 29 stationary when changing direction from reverse to forward. 7. Always switch to off before getting into or out of the chair. SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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When transferring to and from Only operate the wheelchair at the wheelchair do not use the low manoeuvring speed when remote as a means of support. the parallel swing-away is in use. SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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After a few seconds push the button in to resume. If problems persist contact your local Sunrise Medical Service dealer. Safety cut out push buttons Fig. 32 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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Sunrise Medical only fit as standard maintenance free batteries into this type of wheelchair. SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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7 Do not top up the charge of your batteries during the day. Wait until the evening for a full overnight charge. 8 As a general rule, maintenance free batteries take longer to fully charge than lead acid batteries. SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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If your charger has been specified for use in Continental Europe it will contain a European two pin plug which does not have a fuse. In this case the fuse is located in the fascia panel of the charger. SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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This can be supply is switched on. If the lamp anywhere from 8.5 hours to 14.5 remains off consult Sunrise Medical hours after commencement of or your local Sunrise Medical charging, depending on how dealer.
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This could result in damage to your battery being caused by deep discharge over a period of time. Green 6 Always switch off at the mains ‘charge before disconnecting the complete’ batteries. 24V 6A external Fig. 35 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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9 Use of an attachment, not 1 The charger is designed for recommended or sold by indoor use. Do not use outdoors Sunrise Medical, may result in a or expose to rain, snow, spray or risk of fire, electric shock or moisture.
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It could spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical parts, that may cause an explosion. Also take off all personal metal effects and dangling objects when working on the battery. SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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Sunrise Medical measure the range lifestyles. of their vehicles in a consistent and uniform manner, but variances still...
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Extreme variances in temperature may trigger the self protect mechanism in the control system. If this occurs the control system will temporarily shut down to prevent damage to the electronics or the chair. Fig. 36 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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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. 37 and 38). Fig. 37 Fig. 38 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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This is an added safety feature on your wheelchair. In addition of course, you may control the wheelchair speed by using the speed control (Fig. 40). Fig. 40 SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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Transporting your chair Disassembly Your F16 can be disassembled for transporting, this is performed in the opposite method of assembly and should be done in the following Release sequence: cord 1 Remove the footrests (see page 10). 2 Remove the control pod by...
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Only permanently installed car seats and seat belts will offer sufficient protection in hazardous situations. When vehicles are in motion, unoccupied wheelchairs should be secured using appropriate means. SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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The buckle end buckle and slide adjusters. can be fed between the arm- rest and backrest. Adjust the lap belt to suit the us- er’s needs as follows: Ensure the belt is not looped at the male buckle SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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Firmly push the male buckle into Check lap belt, and securing female buckle components; at regular intervals for any sign of fraying or damage. Replace if necessary. Clean the lap belt with warm soapy water and allow to dry. SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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If in doubt about the use and operation of the seat belt then ask your healthcare pro- fessional, wheelchair dealer, carer or attendant for assist- ance. SUNRISE F16 Issue 8...
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Medical Service Agent. For a list of motor vehicle pressure gauge. approved service agents in your Do not inflate beyond the area please contact Sunrise Medical maximum tyre pressure. on this telephone number: 01384 44 66 88 Storage...
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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 agent. To order spare parts. PLEASE QUOTE THE FOLLOWING: 1.
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Sunrise Medical Your new F16 wheelchair is manufactured in the West Midlands by Sunrise Medical. With over 30 years experience, we are one of the longest established mobility equipment manufacturers in the UK. All our Scootas, Wheelchairs, Powerchairs and Stairlifts undergo rigorous tests to ensure that they meet our requirements of comfort, safety and durability.
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Sunrise Medical Limited High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel 01384 4466 88 Fax 01384 44 66 99 www.sunrisemedical.co.uk...
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