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Sunrise Medical Quickie F55 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 3 How to use this manual We at Sunrise Medical want you to get the best out of your F55 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 Batteries and charging page 51 - 59 User tips page 60 - 61 Maintenance and service history page 62 - 65 Transportation page 66 - 69 Lap belt instructions page 70 - 72 Technical data page 73 Sunrise Medical page 74...
  • Page 5 International Telephone +44 (0)1384 44 66 88 Fax.+44 (0)1384 44 66 99 www.sunrisemedical.com Sunrise Medical is ISO 9001 certified, which ensures quality at all stages of the development, and production of this wheelchair. This product is manufactured to comply with the radio...
  • Page 6 Tel 01384 44 66 88 Fax 01384 44 66 99 www.sunrisemedical.com Please remember to fill in and post the guarantee registration card enclosed with this manual. Sunrise 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.

  • Page 7: Features And Options

    Features and options Armrests Backrests Adjustments Headrests page 33 pages 18 - 20 pages 27 - 31 Seating Control Systems pages 27 - 32 pages 34 - 44 Batteries and Footrests Charging pages 21 - 26 page 51 - 59 Emergency Freewheel page 17...

  • Page 8: Safety Warnings And User Tips

    Safety warnings and user tips Safety warnings WARNING Safety is a very important with any Emergency freewheel vehicle that is power driven, here are Please remember that you have no some helpful tips to safeguard your use. braking facility when the freewheel lever is moved from the normal drive position to the freewheel position.
  • Page 9 It is important that you clean all upholstery Your wheelchair is supplied as standard including headrest, armrests, calfpads and from Sunrise Medical with maintenance- footplates on a regular basis using the free batteries. These only require regular correct methods as stated in this manual.
  • Page 10 Safety warnings and user tips Mobile telephones and two - way WARNING radios Wheelchair range When operating cordless or mobile The range of your wheelchair can be telephones, two way radios, walkie- affected by many factors such as user talkies, C.B. Amateur Radio or other weight, terrain, ambient temperature transmitting devices, the following must and battery condition.
  • Page 11 Safety warnings and user tips WARNING WARNING Pneumatic Tyres Pneumatic Tyres with OKO fluid Always maintain the correct pressure for Always maintain the correct pressure for the tyre. These are listed in the maintenance the tyre. These are listed in the maintenance section of this manual.
  • Page 12 Safety warnings and user tips Torque Settings WARNING • A torque setting is the optimal Fasteners tightening for a particular fastener. • Many of the screws and bolts on Use a torque wrench to secure this chair are special high-strength screws, nuts and bolts on this chair. fasteners and may have special coatings.
  • Page 13 Safety warnings and user tips WARNING WARNING Environmental Terrain Use extra care if you must ride your chair Your chair is designed for use on firm, on a wet or slick surface. If in doubt ask even surfaces such as concrete, asphalt for help.
  • Page 14 Safety warnings and user tips WARNING WARNING Road Use Ramps Please show the utmost consideration for When using a ramp, please ensure the other traffic on the road. that is capable of taking the combined weight of the powerchair and yourself. Remember that the last thing a car or If a ramp is being used to load a chair lorry driver expects to see is a wheel...
  • Page 15 Safety warnings and user tips Further information WARNING For further information on: Passenger lifts DB2004(02) Stability of wheelchairs. Wheelchair lifts are used in vans, buses and buildings to help you move from one DB2003(03) Safe use of wheelchairs and level to another. vehicle-mounted passenger lifts.
  • Page 16 Safety information on wheelchairs with a riser WARNING WARNING Danger of injury if the wheelchair tips Danger of malfunction of the Riser over Module 1. Never exceed the maximum 1. Inspect the riser at regular intervals permissible load (127 kg). to make sure there are no foreign objects or visible damage and to 2.

  • Page 17: Preparing Your Wheelchair For Use

    Preparing your wheelchair for use Armrests The armrests on both sides of the wheelchair can be removed to allow side transfer. Press the spring loaded catch mounted on the side of the armrest frame down tube (Fig.1) and remove armrest as shown. When seated, lower the armrest until it locks into the retaining bracket.
  • Page 18 Preparing your wheelchair for use Power lead attachment The power lead must also be plugged into the socket as shown in Fig. 3. WARNING When unplugging the power lead pull off by gripping the outer plastic cover. Never pull the cable to disconnect the plug.
  • Page 19 Preparing your wheelchair for use Fitting footrests Firstly, offer the footrest assembly at right angles to the frame (Fig. 5), locate the stem into the frame tube and swing assembly forward as shown in Fig. 6 to lock in position. To swing away the footrest, simply depress the retaining catch and turn the footrest out.

  • Page 20: Emergency Freewheel

    Emergency freewheel Emergency freewheel By pulling the drive lever up, the drive becomes disconnected from the motors. This may only be used in an emergency, or if you need to manually push your wheelchair (Fig. 8). WARNING Freewheel is not intended for permanent use.
  • Page 21 Armrests Removing To remove the armrest press the unlocking lever down (Fig. 10) and push the armrest outwards, as shown in Fig. 11A. At all times please ensure you hold the armrest to avoid it falling on the floor. Armrest unlocking lever Fig 10 Replacing armrests...
  • Page 22 Armrests Adjusting the armrest width To adjust the width, loosen the two bolts as shown in Fig. 12, move the armrest assembly to the desired position and tighten the bolts firmly prior to use. Adjustment bolts Fig. 12 Adjusting the armrest height To adjust the height, loosen the adjusting Allen screw, move the armrest to the desired position and tighten the...
  • Page 23 Armrests Cleaning instructions for the Contour WARNINGS Do not try to move the chair by the Clean regularly to prevent build up or armrests. soiling. Clean with a damp soapy cloth and rinse Ensure that the armrests are correctly well with clean water. Dry the surface fitted and locked in place.
  • Page 24 Footrests Removing The footrest assembly can be removed by pulling the release lever backwards, and swinging the footrest outwards and upwards (Fig. 14). Fig. 14 Release lever Refitting Vertical To re-fit the footrest, insert the top into tube the vertical tube and swing inwards until the release lever locks into place (Fig.
  • Page 25 (Fig. 16). This modification must only be undertaken by an approved Sunrise Medical service agent. Fig. 16 Footplates The footplates may be flipped up to aid entry and exit from the chair (Fig. 17).
  • Page 26 70° Legrest Fitting WARNING Follow the instructions for the fitting and With the leg in an elevated position it is removal of legrests as stated on page more likely that the user could injure the 21 and the adjustment of the footplates leg on obstacles in the environment.

  • Page 27: Angle Adjustable Legrest

    Angle Adjustable Legrest Fitting WARNING The use of an angle adjustable legrest Follow the instructions for the fitting and can affect the stability of the chair. Be removal of footrests as stated on page especially careful when riding up or down 21 and the adjustment of the footplates slopes.
  • Page 28 Manual Articulating Legrest (ALR) Fitting WARNING Follow the instructions for the fitting and The use of an ALR can affect the stability removal of footrests as stated on page of the chair. Be especially careful when 21and the adjustment of the footplates riding up or down slopes.
  • Page 29 Power Articulating Legrest (ALR) Fitting WARNING The use of an ALR can affect the stability Follow the instructions for the fitting and of the chair. Be especially careful when removal of footrests as stated on page riding up or down slopes. With the leg in an elevated position it is For the adjustment of the leg angle press more likely that you could injure the leg...
  • Page 30 The adjustments must be carried out only by an approved Sunrise Medical Seat depth service agent. adjustment screws Fig. 25...
  • Page 31 Seating Manual seat tilt adjustment To adjust the seat tilt, remove the nut and bolt, slide the seat to the desired position, replace the nut and bolt and tighten (Fig. 26). The seat can be tilted through any angle from 0° to 20° (Fig. 27). When the Adjustment seat riser option is fitted, the maximum bolt...
  • Page 32 Seating Powered adjustment (optional) Fig. 28 The following functions of the powered backrest are operated by the Control Pod (pages 34 - 30). Backrest angle The backrest can be adjusted from 0° through to 40° (Fig. 28). If the seat lift option is chosen the powered backrest angle is limited to a maximum of 30°...
  • Page 33 Seating Seat riser adjustment Manual recline adjustment The seat can be raised up to approx. To Recline the seat locate the 30 cm from its standard lowest handwheel knob under the front position. If the riser function is fitted in of the seat.
  • Page 34 Seating Cleaning instructions for standard WARNING seating Never use the chair without a seat Clean regularly to prevent build up or cushion in place. The velcro that is on soiling. the seat plate that holds the cushion to Clean with a damp soapy cloth and rinse the chair could cause skin abrasions or well with clean water.
  • Page 35 Recaro Seating Dirt stains (eg. beer, blood, cola, red wine Fitting etc) are best removed with the dry foam Fitting kit includes recaro seat and cleaning agents or with a mild-action. sunrise fitting kit, Fig. 30 and 31 shows Please follow the respective instructions the arrangement of saddle washers, for use when treating the covers.
  • Page 36 Headrest Fitting Headrest Screws under zipped To fit the headrest, fit the location bracket Lever cover to the backrest brace using the screws and nuts supplied, ensuring that they are fully tightened (Fig. 32). Knob The headrest height is changed by slackening knob ‘A’...
  • Page 37 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Power supply Ensure the power lead is connected correctly into its socket on the rear of the control pod (Fig. 33). The immobiliser plug When this is activated the chair will not function, other than the hazard warning light system.
  • Page 38 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Adjustable speed setting Your controller has five speed settings. To adjust: 1. Press the mode button until the speed settings indicator is flashing (Fig. 35). 2. Increase or decrease the speed setting by pushing the joystick to the left or right respectively, until the required setting is obtained.
  • Page 39 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Indicators Left indicator Right indicator The right hand button operates the button button right side front and rear indicators. The left button operates the left side front and rear indicators. To cancel press the button again (Fig.37).
  • Page 40 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Hazard lights Hazard Depressing the button will operate lights button the front and rear hazard lights. This is effective either when the chair is switched On or Off. The two indicators will flash intermittently until cancelled by pressing the button again (Fig.
  • Page 41 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Actuator mode function This will be included on your remote control pod if you have one or more electric options fitted to your chair. Refer to Fig. 41. Menu select To chose an electric option press the mode button until the red lights are visible on the wheelchair diagram next to the joystick.
  • Page 42 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Charging socket WARNING See section on charging. If you need to stop in an emergency, the simplest and safest way is to just Operating the control joystick release the joystick. This will bring the chair to halt in a controlled manner.
  • Page 43 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Summary 1. To steer, simply move the joystick in the direction you wish to go (Fig. 43). 2. The further you move the joystick, the faster you will go. 3. New users should use slower speeds until they feel confident when driving the powerchair.
  • Page 44 Parallel Swing-Away WARNING Before adjusting the swing-away arm, switch off the controller to avoid accidental displacement of the joystick which would cause unwanted movement of your wheelchair. Gently apply pressure to the side of the controller nearest the user and as close as possible to the front of the controller.
  • Page 45 Attendant and Dual Control, Pilot+ Note WARNING The Attendant control system is the Ensure that you set the speed of the Standard Control System mounted at the attendent control to a speed that you can comfortably follow. rear of the chair for use by an attendant only.
  • Page 46 Centre bar mounted Pilot+ Do not replace the joystick knob with any WARNING unauthorised item. It may cause hazardous Ensure that you always have comfortable operation and loss of control of the chair. access to the controls whilst the chair is moving.
  • Page 47 Centre tray mounted Pilot+ Cleaning instructions WARNING The tray must be regularly cleaned using The maximum weight allowed for the tray a soapy damp cloth. is 2.5kg. Do not to overload the tray, this could Do not use abrasive cleaners or cloths as cause the tray to break or could cause the they could scuff the surface of the tray chair to become unstable.
  • Page 48 (optional extras) Rear lights and indicators Where lights are not factory fitted, they may be fitted as an optional extra by an approved Sunrise Medical service dealer (Fig. 47). Fig. 47 Front lights and indicators Where lights are not factory fitted, they...
  • Page 49 Crutch holder (optional extras) Using a crutch holder. Your crutch holder (see fig 48) should be fitted by an authorised Sunrise dealer to the lower section of the push handle. A Velcro strip should also be fitted to the top section of the push handle and on at relevent position on your crutch.

  • Page 50: Swing Away Tray

    Swing away tray (optional extras) Fitting WARNING The maximum weight allowed for the tray Fix the tray table mounting bracket to the is 2.5kg. underside of the desired armrest with trhe Do not to overload the tray, this could 2 fixing screws provided. cause the tray to break or could cause the chair to become unstable.

  • Page 51: Side Cushions

    Side Cushions (optional extras) Fitting Cleaning instructions The side cushion comes in a pair and Clean regularly to prevent build up of complete with 2 self adhesive Velcro strips, soiling. used to fix the cushion to the armrest. Fix the loose Velcro strips to the strips on the Clean with a damp soapy cloth and rinse cushion and remove the backing of the well with clean water.

  • Page 52: Kerb Climber

    Kerb climber Fitting Simply locate both ends of the kerb climber into the ‘U’ shaped brackets, and clip into place with the two spring clips (Fig. 52). ‘U’ shaped brackets Fig. 52 Mounting the kerb 1. Approach the kerb head on driving forwards slowly and steadily (Fig.
  • Page 53 Kerb climber Dismounting the kerb 1. Reverse the chair slowly and carefully until the rear wheels are on the edge of the kerb. 2. Reverse as slowly as possible off the kerb with the rear wheels. You will feel more secure if you can lean forward, but if you can’t, don’t worry, the wheelchair will clear the kerb, your seat angle is is extremely stable as long as you stay...

  • Page 54: Batteries And Charging

    Batteries and charging Batteries The batteries are contained within a tray Lock located under the seat, which is retained by a bar. Centre button Removing 1. To remove the batteries, should they Retaining bar must be require changing or maintenance, located at the front of both retaining brackets unscrew the two locks by rotating anti-...
  • Page 55 (Fig. 57), should your chair suffer a short circuit these links will break the circuit. To replace them contact your local Sunrise Medical service dealer, who will also diagnose the fault. Fusible link (1 on each battery) Fig.
  • Page 56 The higher the number, the bigger the from your mobility vehicle. battery size and weight then potentially, the greater the distance you can travel. Sunrise Medical only fit as standard maintenance free batteries into this type of wheelchair. Issue 10...
  • Page 57 9. The batter y terminals need to Maintenance free battery care plan be checked regularly for signs of 1. Only use an approved Sunrise Medical corrosion. If any corrosion is apparent, charger compatible with the vehicle to then clean the terminals completely be charged.
  • Page 58 Batteries and charging General Fault finding guide If having followed the correct steps to The external charger (Fig. 45) has been start battery charging the charger does designed to charge two 12 volt Dryfit not operate as described, then check as Gel type batteries.
  • Page 59 Batteries and charging Procedure for charging using 24V Control box charger The 24V charger has four indicators to show the charger operation. 1. Connect the charger to the mains supply by means of the mains plug. The yellow ‘mains on’ light will come on. 2.
  • Page 60 Technical over, or otherwise subjected to damage Department of Sunrise Medical. or stress. An extension cord should not 3. Do not smoke, or create sparks or be used unless absolutely necessary.
  • Page 61 Batteries and charging WARNING Note: When buying replacement batteries always consult your Sunrise Do not rest a battery on top of the Medical service agent. charger. Do not stand the charger on a carpet or other soft surface. Always place it on a Note: Before using your vehicle for hard surface.
  • Page 62 Owners available on each Sunrise Medical product Manual. The range stated sometimes should give sufficient range to cope with differs from manufacturer to manufacturer the majority of customer’s lifestyles.
  • Page 63 User tips Transfer to and from the chair 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. 59 and 60).
  • Page 64 User tips Gradients: ascents When going uphill, keep the chair moving. Keep the joystick pushed well forward and steer by moving it from side to side. If you have stopped on a hill, then you should start slowly, and if necessary lean forward to obviate the tendency for the front wheels to lift (Fig.
  • Page 65 Maintenance and service history - Controllers Weekly Safety checks Daily Safety checks Parking brake: With the control system switched off, check that the joystick is not bent or This test should be carried out on a level damaged and that it returns to the center floor with at least one meter clearance when you push and release it.
  • Page 66 Sunrise Medical Service pressure can be checked with a standard Agent. For a list of approved service agents motor vehicle pressure gauge. in your area please contact Sunrise Medical WARNING on this telephone number: 01384 44 66 88 Do not inflate beyond the maximum tyre pressure.
  • Page 67 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 supplier To order spare parts 1. Model of chair 2.

  • Page 68: Service History

    Service history This section is designed to assist you in keeping a record of any service and repairs to your wheelchair. Should you decide to sell or exchange your vehicle in the future, this will prove most helpful to you. Your Service Agent will also benefit from a documented record and this manual should accompany the wheelchair when service or repair work is carried out.
  • Page 69 Failure to do so will invalidate the ability transportation in a side facing position of a Sunrise Medical wheelchair to be must not be carried out under any transported within a vehicle. circumstances. (Fig19)
  • Page 70 Transportation 12. The safety of the user during 9. Both pelvic and upper torso restraint transportation depends upon the belts must be used to restrain the diligence of the person securing the tie- occupant to reduce the possibility of down restraints and they should have head and chest impacts with the vehicle received appropriate instructions and/or components and serious risk of injury to...
  • Page 71 Transportation Preferred zone (Fig.23) Correct placement (Fig.21) of the headrest 4. The attachment points to the chair are the inner front side frame just above the castor (Fig26) and the transportation plates located on the underside of the rear frame (Fig 28). The front straps are fitted around the side frames castor housing as shown in Fig 25 and at the 2.
  • Page 72 Transportation Transportability – positioning of Position of the front wheelchair tie down wheelchair tie down restraints on restraint and the tie down label. wheelchair Fig 27 Fig 24 The wheelchair secured with front and Fig 28 rear wheelchair tie down restraints. Positioning of the restraint straps is shown in more detail below.

  • Page 73: Lap Belt Instructions

    Lap belt instructions 5.3 Lap belt – Fitting the standard Lap washer and strap bracket and place the belt saddle washer on the bolt, as shown in Fig 2. Before using your wheelchair ensure the seat belt is worn and correctly adjusted before use.
  • Page 74 Lap belt instructions Adjust the lap belt to suit the user’s needs as follows: - To increase the belt length Ensure belt is not lopped at male buckle Feed free belt throuh slide adjusters When fastened check space between and male buckle to provide more let the lap belt and the user, when correctly length adjusted it should be possible to insert...
  • Page 75 Lap belt instructions To fasten and release the lap belt follow Do not rely on the lap belt only when the the relevant instructions for your lap belt wheelchair and occupant are transported as detailed below ; in a vehicle, use the separate occupant lap and diagonal restraints provided in the vehicle.

  • Page 76: Technical Data

    Technical data Item Minimum Maximum Overall length with legrest 1100 mm Overall width 640 mm Total mass (depending on options fitted) 110 kg Mass of heaviest part 80 kg Load 127 kg Seat riser option adjustment approx. 30 cm (Max. speed 25% when seat is in raised position) Obstacle climbing (without kerb climber) 52 mm...

  • Page 77: Sunrise Medical

    Sunrise Medical Your new 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 Scooters, Wheelchairs and Powerchairs undergo rigorous tests to ensure that they meet our requirements of comfort, safety and durability.
  • Page 80 Sunrise Medical Limited High Street, Wollaston, West Midlands Stourbridge DY8 4PS England Tel 01384 44 66 88 Fax 01384 44 66 99 www.sunrisemedical.com...

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