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Powered Wheelchair Instructions for Use Quickie Tango 034202.UK...
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If you are vIsually ImpaIred, thIs document can be vIewed In pdf format at www.sunrIsemedIcal.com or alternatIvely Is avaIlable on request In large text. for further InformatIon on the full specIfIcatIon and optIons and accessorIes please refer to the order form. all InformatIon Is subject to change wIthout notIfIcatIon.
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user Information warnIng! Intended use power wheel chairs: DO NOT USE YOUR WHEELCHAIR UNTIL THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN READ AND Power wheelchairs are exclusively for a user who is unable UNDERSTOOD. to walk or has limited mobility, for their own personal use in- and outdoor.
Due to its modular design, simplicity and wide range of adjustments, the Quickie Tango is a perfect choice for easy service, refurbishment and recycle requirements. As a part of our ongoing product improvement initiative, Sunrise Medical reserves the right to change specifications and design without notice.
The guarantee form is included in the Sunrise Pack. Please The Tango has been designed for use by an individual on fill in the relevant details and return to us to register your a daily basis. It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use entitlement.
The wheelchair or part having been damaged by neglect, accident or improper use. c) The wheelchair or part having been altered from the manufacturer’s specifications, or repairs having been attempted prior to the service agent being notified. freewheel lever decals rIght-hand decal left-hand decal Fig.3.1 Quickie Tango...
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InstructIons and cIrcuIt dIagram attached to joystIck warnIng! do not drIve your wheelchaIr on a slope wIth the backrest reclIned Fig.3.3 Quickie Tango...
Approach only at an angle of 90° with manual. at least 500mm run-up. For further information please consult your Sunrise Medical authorised dealer. Fig.4.1 Ref: P19093 Quickie Tango Quickie TANGO...
(Fig. 4.3). • The wheelchair’s use in other positions within a vehicle has not been tested e.g. transportation in a side facing position must not be carried out under any circumstances. (Fig. 4.3). fig. 4.2 fig.4.3 Quickie Tango...
30 to 75 degrees to the horizontal. • A steeper (greater) angle within the preferred zone is desirable i.e.closer to, but never exceeding 75degrees. (Fig.4.5). fig.4.4 fig.4.5 Quickie Tango...
The straps are attached to the brackets as shown in Fig.11 for front and Fig.13 for rear. The wheelchair secured with front and rear wheelchair tie down restraints (Fig 4.9). fig.4.6 fig.4.9 Position of the Front tie down label and bracket, (Fig.4.10). fig.4.7 fig.4.10 Quickie Tango...
• Always cross the road as quickly as possible; there • Attendants - Do not stand on the anti tips, this could may be other traffic. cause the wheelchair to become unstable. Quickie Tango...
(below the speed of 5kph) and stop, if any anxiety arises regarding directional control. • If the chair picks up speed, centre the control to slow it or to stop all forward movement, then restart slowly and do not allow the speed to increase. Quickie Tango...
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Do not rely on the lap belt only when the wheelchair and (Fig.4.18). occupant are transported in a vehicle, use the separate occupant lap and diagonal restraints provided in the fig. 4.18 vehicle, (Fig 4.7). Quickie Tango...
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• If in doubt about the use and operation of the seat belt then ask your healthcare professional, wheelchair dealer, carer or attendant for assistance. Quickie Tango...
If you require a the right mounting plate and pass the quick release different individually fixed armrest height, you can set this pin through it (2). using the adjusting screw on the connecting tube. fig.5.2 fig.5.4 Quickie Tango...
All wheels are safety critical items. If you are unsure about performing these tasks, please contact your approved Sunrise Medical dealer. Quickie Tango...
Lights assemblies can become very hot - Care must be taken if removing them for repair. note: Please contact your local Sunrise medical approved servicing agent for any warranty, service or repair work required. fig.5.12 The Lap Belt should look like this when fitted, (Fig.5.10), fig.5.10 Quickie Tango...
(Fig. 6.3): in place. The backrest can be adjusted through the joystick or the Refit the batteries. Quickie Direct Actuator Control. Press the actuator mode button to swap into the actuator warnIng! mode. Moving the joystick forwards brings the backrest...
The seat can be tilted and set manually within a range of The seat can tilt up to 25 degrees by operating it through 0° to 9° (Fig.6.4). your control system or the Quickie Direct Actuator • Undo the 2 studs.
OFF, so that the wheelchair will not move throughout the procedure. The wheelchair is highly stable owing to its weight. Do not stand up on the footrests at any time during the transfer. Quickie Tango...
Never inflate the tyres with a service station air pump. It is kerb as you continue to drive slowly backwards. recommended that you use a manual pump or a pressure regulator (manometer). fig. 6.11 6.15 blank fig. 6.12 Quickie Tango...
Speed beeps. Profile • Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system Speed or indicator beeps. Profile • Release the joystick, there will be a long beep. buttons • The wheelchair is now locked. Joystick fig. 7.1 Quickie Tango...
This gauge also indicates if the speed of the wheelchair is being limited or if the control system is locked. 7.6 the horn button: The horn will sound while this button is depressed. Quickie Tango...
Depress the hazard warning button to turn off the lights and the associated LED. Actuator button and LEDs: Depending on whether your wheelchair is fitted with one or two actuators the operation of this button will differ. actuator led’s fig. 7.2 Quickie Tango...
7.12 vr2 dual control unit: Speed indicator Control Maximum button & speed button Indicator LED’s Joystick Actuator Control panel button VR2 Dual Control Unit VR2 Dual Control Unit fig. 7.3 fig. 7.4 Quickie Tango...
7.15 maximum speed button and indicator: 7.16 quickie direct actuator control box: This shows the maximum speed setting for the wheelchair The direct actuator switches can operate any factory when the dual attendant system has control. There are approved actuator. Operation is dependent on what five settings - setting 1 is the slowest speed and setting 5 options are fitted to your wheelchair.
• Switch on the control system again and try to drive the wheelchair. • If the safety circuits operate again, switch off and do not try to use the wheelchair. • Contact your Sunrise Medical authorised dealer. Quickie Tango...
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A communication fault is indicated. Make sure that the joystick cable is securely connected and not damaged. A = Actuator LED’s An actuator trip is indicated. If more than one actuator is fitted, check which actuator is not working. Check the actuator wiring. fig. 8.1 Quickie Tango...
To refit the batteries please reverse the above procedure. warnIng! Do not attempt to change the fuses yourself. Do not attempt to by-pass the fuse as this would be very dangerous. Contact your Sunrise Medical authorised dealer as soon as possible. Quickie Tango...
Return the batteries back to Sunrise Medical or directly this may result in lower than expected performance from to the battery manufacturer for recycling, when they your mobility vehicle. no longer hold charge. battery connector label yellow yellow black label - battery wIrIng dIagram fig. 9.10 Quickie Tango...
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. Quickie Tango...
Also thick pile carpets within the home can affect range. • Use of additional power consumption options (e.g. light, actuators, etc.). The battery sizes available on each Sunrise Medical product should give sufficient range to cope with the majority of customer’s lifestyles. Quickie Tango...
Turn the handle fixed in the fully backwards position. clockwise to tighten. • 47.5mm: Armrest retainer rearward biased and armpad fixed fully forwards. • 50mm: Armrest retainer rearward biased and armpad fixed in the fully backwards position. Quickie Tango...
Sunrise the user in the chair. (See sections 7.11 - 7.15). Medical. Incorrect controller settings could cause driving outside the safe limits and could result in damage or injury. fig. 10.6 fig. 10.7 Quickie Tango...
12.1 storage temperature & humidity: above. Storage Temperature: Min: -40ºC Max: 65ºC Relative Humidity ( non-condensing): Min:5% Max: 95% 12.2 special shipping requirements: The wheelchair may be transported by road, rail, sea or air and the batteries conform to IATA regulations. Quickie Tango...
Customer Service or Service department. Upholstery Do not used unauthorized parts or carry out unauthorised Seat modifications. Back Armrests Electric's Condition of loom Connections Test run Forward DEALER STAMP Reverse Emergency stop Left run Right run Up/Down slope Over obstacle Parking brake Quickie Tango...
Make sure that the backrest is correctly fitted and 17.1 Re-use adjusted. Due to its construction the Tango is ideal for inside use • Make sure that all of the cushions are in place. (low seat height, compact dimensions) as well as outside •...
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Sunrise Medical GmbH & Co.KG Kahlbachring 2-4 69254 Malsch/Heidelberg Germany Tel.: +49 (0) 7253/980-0 Fax: +49 (0) 7253/980-111 www.sunrisemedical.com Sunrise Medical Limited High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel.: +44 (0) 1384446666 www.sunrisemedical.com Sunrise Medical S.L. Polígono Bakiola, 41 48498 Arrankudiaga –...
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