Quickie
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VIII. USE AND MAINTENANCE
F. TO MOUNT & REMOVE REAR WHEELS
WARNING
Do not use this chair UNLESS you are sure both quick-release axles are locked. An unlocked axle may come
off during use and cause a fall.
NOTE–
Setting the wheelc
hair on a fl at surface, such as a workbench or table, helps make these procedures
easier.
1.
To Install Wheel
a.
Depress quick-release button (A) fully.
b.
Insert axle (B) through hub of rear wheel.
c.
Keep button (A) depressed as you slide axle (B) into camber plug (C).
d.
Release button to lock axle in camber plug. Adjust axle if it does not lock. See Section VIII-B.
e.
Repeat steps on other side.
2.
To Remove Wheel
a.
Depress quick-release button (A) fully.
b.
Remove wheel by sliding axle (B) completely out of camber plug (C).
c.
Repeat steps on other side.
NOTE– The axle is not locked until the quick-release button pops out fully (A). Check that the axle is locked
by pulling on the wheel in the direction of the axle.
G. WHEEL LOCKS
WARNING
Wheel locks are installed at Sunrise and should be adjusted by your qualifi ed service person.
Inspect wheel locks weekly per the maintenance chart. Do not use your chair UNLESS you are sure both
wheel-locks can fully engage. A wheel-lock that is not correctly adjusted may allow your chair to roll, or turn
unexpectedly.
Wheel-locks must be adjusted after making sure the tires have the correct air pressure. When fully
engaged, the arm (D) should be imbedded into the tire at least
1
/
8
inch to be eff ective.
If you fi nd the wheel locks have slipped or are not working correctly contact your service provider for
proper adjustment.
H. ANTI-TIPS
Sunrise Medical recommends anti-tip tubes for all wheelchairs.
1.
Inserting Anti-tip Tubes Into Receiver
a.
Press the rear anti-tip release button ( I ) on the anti-tip tube so that both release pins are
drawn inside.
b.
Insert the anti-tip tube (E) into the anti-tip receiver (F).
c.
Turn the anti-tip tube down until release pin is through the receiver mounting hole.
d.
Insert second anti-tip tube the same way.
2.
Adjusting Anti-Tip Tube Wheel
The anti-tip wheels may have to be raised or lowered to achieve proper clearance of 1
1
/
2
to 2 inches.
Press the anti-tip wheel release button (G) so that both release pins are drawn inside. Raise or lower
to one of the fi ve predrilled holes (H). Release button. Adjust the second anti-tip tube wheel the same
way. Both wheels should be the same height.
3.
Turning Anti-Tip Tubes Up
Turn anti-tip tubes up when being pushed by attendant, overcoming obstacles or climbing curbs. Press
the rear anti-tip tube release button ( I ). Hold lever in and turn anti-tip tube up. Release the lever and
repeat with second anti-tip tube. Remember to return anti-tip tubes to down position after completing
maneuver.
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