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Sunrise Medical BREEZY Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 BREEZY Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 3 BREEZY How to use this manual We at Sunrise Medical want you to get the best out of your Breezy 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: Table Of Contents

    Chair adjustments page 26 - 30 Lap belt instructions page 31 - 32 Transportation page 33 - 36 Maintenance schedule page 37 Cleaning guidelines, accessories and tools page 38 Technical data page 39 Sunrise Medical page 40 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    This wheelchair is to be used to aid individuals with limited or no personal mobility. The Breezy is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. The maximum user weight for this chair is 125kg (275lb).

  • Page 6: Guarantee

    GOODS PRIOR TO INSPECTION BY THE local approved Sunrise Medical service agent DESIGNATED REPAIRER. is fully trained by Sunrise Medical to carry out 6 If the Customer is operating the Goods away from detailed maintenance as and when required. the locality of the designated repairer the Customer...

  • Page 7: Features And Options

    Push handle backrest tube 9 Crossbrace Backrest upholstery 10 Castor fork/wheel assembly Aluminium handrim 11 Swing away release lever Pneumatic tyre 12 Flip up footplate 6 spoke mag wheel 13 Swing-away hanger Quick-release axles 14 Seat sling Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...

  • Page 8: Safety Tips

    We would like to unless they are officially approved by remind you that you are therefore also Sunrise Medical. subject to any and all traffic laws. Be careful during your first ride in this Area of application wheelchair.
  • Page 9 To avoid hand injuries do not grab in slopes, all gradients or when overcoming between the spokes or between the rear obstacles. Do this with the secure aid of a wheel and wheel lock when driving the helper. wheelchair. Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 10 Before setting off, check that your tyre When using safety elements offered by pressure is correct. For rear wheels it SUNRISE MEDICAL and using a specially Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 11 Note ! Make sure that your tyres have sufficient tread! Please note that you are subject to any and all traffic laws when driving in public traffic. Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...

  • Page 12: Using Your Chair

    Lift sharply to disengage the seat sling rails from their frame saddles. Once disengaged continue with an upward lift until the wheelchair is completely folded. Fig. 2 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 13 Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist to find out what axle position is best for you. Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 14 Riding your chair on a sloped surface. Fitted seating systems. Refer to the sections that follow to learn how you can reduce the risk of a fall or tip over by proper use of this chair. Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 15 4. When learning to do a wheelie, make sure that this chair has push handles. The attendant needs secure points to hold the rear of the chair to prevent the user from tipping over backwards. Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 16 Reaching or leaning affects the makes a fall or tip over more centre of balance of your chair if likely. you fail to heed these warnings, a fall or tip over may occur and cause severe injury to you. Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 17 Never use the rear wheel locks to try to slow or stop your wheelchair. 10% MAXIMUM SLOPE Doing so is likely to cause you to Fig. 4 veer out of control or tip over. Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...

  • Page 18: Footrests

    5. Rotate the front castors forward to make the chair more stable. 6. If your chair has armrests, make sure that they are out of the way and do not interfere. Fig. 6 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 19 (Fig. 7). 4. When you have an attendant, make sure that the chair has push handles. The attendant must have secure points to hold the rear of the chair. Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 20 7. Keep the balance position and take small steps backwards. Turn the chair around and carefully lower the front castors to the ground. 100mm (4") MAXIMUM KERB HEIGHT Fig. 9 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 21 100mm (4") MAXIMUM KERB HEIGHT 4. Continue forward until the rear wheels contact the face of the Fig. 10 kerb or step (Fig. 11). Lift and roll the rear wheels to the upper level. 100mm (4") MAXIMUM KERB HEIGHT Fig. 11 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 22 Tips for climbing stairs with help Read and follow the warnings for attendants. Follow these steps when helping the rider climb stairs: 1. Move the chair and rider backwards up the stairs. Fig. 12 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 23 Fig. 13 roll over the step edge. 4. The attendants move to the next step down and repeat the same procedure for each step. When the landing is reached return the chair to its upright position. Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 24 Fig. 14 (3) into the receiver (4) on the frame (2) with the footrest facing outward from the frame. Rotate the footrest inward until it locks into place on the locking stud (5). 90° Fig. 15 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...

  • Page 25: Legrests

    To lower the legrest whilst seated in the chair push the release lever (3) forwards and lower the legrest to the desired position. Release the lever, the legrest will lock into position (Fig. 17). Fig. 17 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...

  • Page 26: Armrests

    Lock armrests by securing release latch mechanism before using the wheelchair. Warning: Do not lift the chair using the armrests. They could unlock and cause Fig. 18 serious injury to the user, and damage to the chair. Fig. 18 A Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 27 (6) are installed in Fig.19C the outer arm post (Fig 19D). Turn the set screws in or out until the desired fit is achieved using a 3/32" Allen key. Fig. 19 D Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...

  • Page 28: Wheel Locks

    3mm with pneumatic tyres (tyres filled with air) and 5mm with solid tyres, when the wheel lock is in the released position. Fig. 21 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 29 Ensure the two locking pins (4) are showing on the inside of the receiver (5). Warning: The axle is not secure until the outside quick-release button (1) pops Fig. 23 out to its fully extended position. Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...

  • Page 30: Chair Adjustments

    2. Changing the height of the anti- tip wheel assembly (6) by pressing the retaining pins (7) in and sliding the wheel assembly to one of the three positioning holes. Ensure the retaining pin is Fig. 25 located in the required hole. Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 31 Always adjust the wheel locks after making any changes to the rear axle sleeves position, so that the grip bar embeds into the tyre approximately 4mm (3/16") when in the locked position. Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 32 (1) in the castor fork (2). Remove the axle retaining bolt (3) and nut (4), axle and wheel. Replace in the top hole and tighten the axle retaining nut to 27Nm torque setting using a 13mm A/F spanner. Fig 28 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 33 Warning: Castor reversibilty affects the forward balance of the chair. Fig. 30 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 34 5-8Nm. Fig. 31 Stroller handles (height adjustable) To adjust the height of stroller handles (Fig. 32) loosen the two locking knobs (1), move the handles (2) to the desired height and tighten the knobs. Fig. 32 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...

  • Page 35: Lap Belt Instructions

    Adjust the belt position so that the buckles are in the centre of the seat. Ensure the belt is not looped at the male buckle Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...

  • Page 36: Lap Belt Instructions

    The lap belt should be adjusted to suit the end user as detailed above Sunrise Medical also recommend that the length and fit of the belt To release belt: - is checked on a regular basis to reduce the risk of the end user...

  • Page 37: Transportation

    (Fig19) Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 38 Transportation Failure to do so will invalidate the 11. The safety of the user during ability of a Sunrise Medical transportation depends upon the wheelchair to be transported within diligence of the person securing the a vehicle. tie-down restraints and they should...
  • Page 39 17. Restraints should be mounted to wheelchair tie down restraints on the vehicle “B” pillar and should not wheelchair be held away from the body by Fig 24 wheelchair components such as armrest or wheels. Incorrect placemant of the Headrest Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 40 The hook (karabiner) connects directly onto the tie down bracket and not the frame. Fig 26 Position of the front wheelchair tie down restraint and the tie down label. Fig 27 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...

  • Page 41: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule All Breezy wheelchairs leave the factory inspected and adjusted for immediate use. Continuous use will require routine maintenance and adjustments, especially if original settings are altered. Initial adjustment, carried out by your wheelchair prescriber/supplier, should accommodate your body structure and personal preference.

  • Page 42: Cleaning Guidelines, Accessories And Tools

    To maintain the wheelchair you will need the following tools:- An adjustable spanner 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7mm Allen keys 3/32" Allen key A spoke key 10, 13, 17 and 19mm A/F spanners Phillips No. 2 screwdriver Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...

  • Page 43: Technical Data

    360mm Handrim diameter 534mm Horizontal location of axle 20mm Minimum turning radius 715mm Breezy TL (Transit chair) Overall length with legrest 1013mm min.-1018mm max. Overall width 670mm Folded length (rear wheels removed) 714mm min.-770mm max. Folded width (rear wheels removed)

  • Page 44: Sunrise Medical

    Sunrise Medical Your new Breezy 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 Wheelchairs, Powerchairs, Scootas and Stairlifts undergo rigorous tests to ensure that they meet our requirements of comfort, safety and durability.
  • Page 46 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 47 Breezy 21.06.2010 Rev.9...
  • Page 48 Sunrise Medical Limited High Street, Wollaston, West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel +44 (0)1384 44 66 88 Fax +44 (0)1384 44 66 99 www.sunrisemedical.co.uk...

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