Sunrise Medical Quickie Nitrum, Instructions For Use Manual

Quickie 

®

 NITRUM

249817 Rev. A

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VI. SAFETY WARNINGS: FALLS & TIP-OVERS

A. CENTER OF BALANCE

WARNING

The point where this chair will tip forward, back or to the side depends on its 
center of balance and stability. How your chair is set up, the options you select 
and the changes you make may aff ect the risk of a fall or tip-over.
1. 

The Most Important Adjustment Is:
The position of the rear wheels. The more you move the rear wheels 
forward, the more likely your chair will tip over backward.

1. 

The Center Of Balance Is Also Aff ected By:
a. 

A change in the set-up of your chair, including:

•  The distance between the rear wheels.

•  The amount of rear wheel camber.

•  The seat height and seat angle.

•  Backrest angle.

b.  

A change in your body position, posture or weight distribution.

c.  

Riding your chair on a ramp or slope.

d.  

A back pack or other options and the amount of added weight.

2. 

To Reduce The Risk Of An Accident:
a.  

Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist to fi nd out what axle and 

caster position is best for you.

b. 

Consult your authorized dealer BEFORE you modify or adjust

this device. Be aware that you may need to make other changes

to correct the center of balance.

c.  

Have someone help you until you know the balance points of

your chair and how to avoid a tip-over.

d.  

Use anti-tip tubes.

If you fail to heed these warnings, you are at a high risk of a fall, tipover
or loss of control that could cause severe injury to the rider or
others.

B. DRESSING OR CHANGING CLOTHES

WARNING

Your weight may shift if you dress or change clothes while seated in this chair. 

 To reduce the risk of a fall or tip-over:
1. 

Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible. This 
makes the chair more stable. 

2. 

Lock anti-tip tubes in place. (If your chair does not have anti-tip tubes, 
back it up against a wall and lock both rear wheels).

If you fail to heed these warnings, you are at a high risk of a fall, tipover
or loss of control that could cause severe injury to the rider or
others.

C. OBSTACLES

WARNING

Riding over curbs or obstacles can cause tipping and serious bodily harm.  If 
you have any doubt that you can safely cross any curb or obstacle, ALWAYS 
ASK FOR HELP.  Be aware of your riding skills and personal limitations. 
Develop new skills only with the help of a companion.

To avoid the risk of traversing obstacles:

1. 

Keep a lookout for danger – scan the area well ahead of your chair as you 
ride.

2. 

Make sure the fl oor areas where you live and work are level and free of 
obstructions.

3. 

Remove or cover threshold strips between rooms.

4. 

Install a ramp at entry or exit doors. Make sure there is not a drop off  at 
the bottom of the ramp. 

5. 

To Help Correct Your Center Of Balance:
a.      Lean your upper body FORWARD slightly as you go UP over an 
 

obstacle. 

b. 

Press your upper body BACKWARD as you go DOWN from a 

higher to a lower level.

6. 

If your chair has anti-tip tubes, do not go over an obstacle without help.

7. 

Keep both of your hands on the handrims as you go over an obstacle.

8. 

Never push or pull on an object (such as furniture or a doorjamb) to 
propel your chair.

If you fail to heed these warnings, you are at a high risk of damage to your 
chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control that may occur and cause severe injury 
to the rider or others.

D. FRONT CASTER LIFT

WARNING

Front caster lift can occur when the front wheels, ordinarily in contact with 
the ground, are either intentionally, or unintentionally caused to lift from the 
ground while the rear wheels remain in contact.  Pitch control (partial or full) 
should NEVER be attempted without consulting your healthcare advisor and 
making sure that anti-tips are installed.

E. REACHING OR LEANING

WARNING

If you reach or lean it will aff ect the center of balance of your chair. This may 
cause you to fall or tip over. When in doubt, ask for help or use a device to 
extend your reach. 

1. 

NEVER reach or lean if you must shift your weight sideways or rise up off  
the seat.

2. 

NEVER reach or lean if you must move forward in your seat to do so.  
Always keep your buttocks in contact with the backrest.

3. 

NEVER reach with both hands (you may not be able to catch yourself to 
prevent a fall if the chair tips).

4. 

NEVER reach or lean to the rear unless your chair has anti-tip tubes 
locked in place.

5. 

DO NOT reach or lean over the top of the seat back. This may damage 
one or both backrest tubes and cause you to fall. 

6. 

If You Must Reach Or Lean:
a. 

Do not lock the rear wheels. This creates a tip point and makes a 

fall or tip-over more likely.

b. 

Do not put pressure on the footrests. 

c. 

Move your chair as close as you can to the object you wish to 

reach.

d. 

Do not try to pick up an object from the fl oor by reaching down 

between your knees. You are less likely to tip if you reach to the

side of your chair.

e. 

Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible. 

This makes the chair more stable.

f. 

Firmly grasp a rear wheel or an armrest with one hand. This will

help to prevent a fall if the chair tips.

If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of 
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.

F. MOVING BACKWARD

WARNING

Use extra care when you move your chair backward. Your chair is most stable 
when you propel yourself forward. You may lose control or tip over if one of 
the rear wheels hits an object and stops rolling. 

1. 

Propel your chair slowly and smoothly.

2. 

If your chair has anti-tip tubes, make sure to lock them in place.

3. 

Stop often and check to be sure your path is clear.

If you fail to heed these warnings damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of 
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.