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When using the lifting ramp make sure that the anti-tip tubes
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fitted are positioned outside the danger area.
Secure your wheelchair on uneven ground or when
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transferring, e.g. into a car, by using the brakes.
If and whenever possible, during a journey in a specially fitted
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vehicle for disabled people, vehicle occupants should use the
seats in the vehicle and the appropriate restraint system. This
is the only way to ensure that occupants will have the
maximum protection if there is an accident.
Depending on the diameter and setting of the castors, as well
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as the centre of gravity setting of the wheelchair, the castors
may begin to wobble at high speeds. This can lead to castor
seizure and the wheelchair may tip over. Therefore, please
make sure that the castors are adjusted correctly (see the
Chapter "Castors").
In particular, do not travel on an incline without brakes, travel
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at a reduced speed. We recommend that novice users use
anti-tip tubes.
Anti-tip tubes should prevent the chair tipping over
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backwards unintentionally. Under no circumstances should
they take the place of transit wheels, and be used to
transport a person in a wheelchair with the rear wheels
removed.
When reaching for objects (which are in front of, to the side
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or behind the wheelchair) make sure that you do not lean too
far out of the wheelchair, as if you change the centre of
gravity there is a risk of tipping or rolling over. The hanging of
additional load (back pack or similar items) onto your chair
back posts can affect the rearward stability of your chair,
especially when used in combination with recliner backrests.
This can cause the chair to tip backwards causing injury.
For thigh amputees you must use anti-tip tubes.
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Before setting off, check that your tyre pressure is correct.
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For rear wheels it should be at least 3.5 bar ( 350 kPa). The
max. pressure is indicated on the tyre.The knee-lever brakes
will only work if there is sufficient tyre pressure and if the
correct setting has been made (see the Chapter on
"Brakes").
If the seat and back sling are damaged, you must replace
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them immediately.
Be careful with fire, in particular with burning cigarettes. Seat
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and back slings can be set alight.
If the wheelchair is subject to direct sunlight / cold
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temperature for a long period of time, then parts of the
wheelchair (e.g. frame, legrests, brakes and side guard) may
become hot (>41°C) / very cold (<0°).
Always make sure that, if fitted, the quick-release axles on
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the rear wheels are set properly and lock in (locking ball
bearings are showing completely through the axle sleeve). If
the button on the quick-release axle is not pressed in, the
rear wheel cannot be removed.
caution !
The effect of the knee-lever brake as well as the general
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driving characteristics are dependant on tyre pressure. The
wheelchair is significantly lighter and easier to manoeuvre
when the rear wheels are pumped up correctly and both
wheels have the same pressure.
Make sure that your tyres have sufficient tread!
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Please note that you are subject to any and all traffic laws
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when driving in public traffic.
Always be careful when handling or adjusting the
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wheelchair!
Adjustments which require tools should always be done by
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authorized dealers.
Clean the wheelchair regularly to avoid rust and salt
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corrosion.
Check the rivets, nuts and bolts to make sure they are tight
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and that no wheelchair parts will come loose.
caution !
With all moving parts there is a natural risk of finger traps.
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Please handle with care.
The products shown and described in this manual may not
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be exactly the same in every detail as your own model.
However, all instructions are still entirely relevant,
irrespective of detai differences.
The manufacturer reserves the right to alter without notice
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any weights, measurements or other technical data shown
in this manual. All figures, measurements and capacities
shown in this manual are approximate and do not constitute
specifications.
LifetiMe
The expected lifetime of this product is 5 years provided that:
it is used in strict accordance with the intended use
all service and maintenance requirements are met.
warranty
Guarantee
THIS IN NO WAY AFFECTS YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS.
Warranty conditions
1) The repair or replacement must be carried out by an
authorised Sunrise Medical dealer/service agent.
2) To apply the warranty conditions, should your produc require
attention under these arrangements, notify the designated
Sunrise Medical service agent immediately giving full information
about the nature of the difficulty. Should you be operating the
product away from the locality of the designated Sunrise Medical
service agent work under the "Warranty Conditions” will be
carried out by any other service agent designated by the
manufacturer.
3) Should any part of the wheelchair require repair or
replacement, as a result of a specific manufacturing or material
defect, within 24 months, (5 years for frame and cross bar), from
the date on which the possession of the product was transferred
to the original purchaser, and subject to it remaining within that
ownership, the part or parts will be repaired or replaced
completely free of charge if returned to the authorised service
agent.
Note: This guarantee is not transferable.
4) Any repaired or replaced part will benefit from these
arrangements for the balance of the warranty period applicable
to the wheelchair.
5) Parts replaced after the original warranty has expired are
covered for a further 12 months.
6) Items of a consumable nature will not generally be covered
during the normal warranty period, unless such items have
clearly suffered undue wear as a direct result of an original
manufacturing defect. These items include amongst others
upholstery, tyres, inner tubes, and similar parts.
7) The above warranty conditions apply to all product parts for
models purchased at full retail price.
8) Under normal circumstances, no responsibility will be
accepted where the product has required repair or replacement
as a direct result of:
a) The product or part not having been maintained or serviced in
accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations, as stated
in the Owner`s Manual and / or Service Manual. Failing to use
only the specified original equipment parts.
b) The product or part having been damaged by neglect,
accident or improper use.
c) The product or part having been altered from the
manufacturer’s specifications, or repairs having been attempted
prior to the service agent being notified.
d) If the product has corrosion due to incorrect maintenance
