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Melody
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Quickie /Sterling Melody
Owner ’s Manual
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ENGLISH I. INTRODUCTION I. INTRODUCTION SUNRISE LISTENS ® ® Thank you for choosing a Quickie /Sterling wheelchair. Before using your wheelchair please read this manual carefully. It will provide you with all the information you will require. If you have any queries about the use, maintenance or safety of your wheelchair, please contact your local Sunrise Medical Service Agent. We want to hear your questions or comments about this manual, the safety and reliability of your chair, and the service
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ENGLISH II. TABLE OF CONTENTS E. Footplate & Footrests ............................................... 10 II. TABLE OF CONTENTS F. Motor Locks .............................................................. 10 I. INTRODUCTION....................................................... 2 G.On/Off Switch............................................................ 10 II. TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................ 3 H.Pneumatic Tires.....................................................
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ENGLISH III. YOUR CHAIR AND ITS PARTS 2 1 6 1. Flip-back armrest 2. Programmable joystick 3 3. Contour Seat 4. Front caster 6" 5. Single plate foot platform 6. Folding backrest 7. 8" Drive wheels 5 8. Shroud 8 7 4 QUICKIE/STERLING MELODY Weight Battery Charger Footrest 51 lbs (base) Option: off board 2 amp Standard: Foot Platform 85 lbs (base + seat) Colors Casters (front) 22 lbs (battery pack) Red Standard: 6" solid Drive Wheels Seats, Upholstery and style Armrest 8" Mag: solid tires High back
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ENGLISH IV. NOTICE– READ BEFORE USE D. WARNINGS IV. NOTICE– READ BEFORE USE The word “WARNING” refers to a hazard or unsafe practice that may cause severe injury or death to you or to other persons. The “Warnings” A. CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR & SAFETY are in four main sections, as follows: OPTIONS 1. V — EMI Sunrise provides a choice of many power wheelchair styles, sizes and Here you will learn about electromagnetic interference and how it can adjustments to meet the needs of the rider. However,
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ENGLISH D. DISTANCE FROM THE SOURCE Individuals with physical limitations requiring the EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as you use of a specialty control input device known not to get closer to the source. For this reason, EMI from be immune to 20V/m, or not known, should exer- hand-held devices is of special concern. (See C.1 cise extra care around known sources of EMI. above) A person using one of these devices can bring high levels of EM energy very close to your There is no way to
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ENGLISH • Never take your chair into a shower, tub, pool or sauna. E. EMI • Do not use your chair in fresh or salt water (such as at the edge of a stream, lake, or ocean). • Make sure shroud cover and deck lid are secure. Read Section V to learn about EMI. To reduce the • Replace joystick boot if it becomes torn or cracked. risk of unintended brake release or chair move- • Make sure all electrical connections are secure. ment: • Dry the chair as soon as you can if it gets wet, or if you use 1
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ENGLISH 4. The use of a back pack or other options, and the amount of added Remember to: weight. 1. Move your chair as close as you can to the object you wish to reach. 2. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible. This To Reduce The Risk Of A Fall Or Tip-Over: makes the chair more stable. 1. Consult your supplier for information on modifications authorized by NOTE– To do this: Move your chair past the object you want to reach, then Sunrise before you modify or adju
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ENGLISH S. RAMPS, SLOPES & SIDEHILLS V. WHEELCHAIR LIFTS The center of balance of your chair changes when Wheelchair lifts are used in vans, buses, and build- you are on a slope. ings to help you move from one level to another. 1. Always turn off all power to your chair when you are on a lift. If you NOTE– “Slope” includes a ramp or sidehill. Your chair is less stable when it is at an angle. Never use this chair on a slope unless you are sure it is fail to do so, you may touch the joystick by ac
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ENGLISH VII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS • Flip the footplate back. VII. WARNINGS: COMPONENTS & OPTIONS F. MOTOR LOCKS Note: If you use parts or make changes not author- 1. Do not engage or disengage motor locks unless power to the chair is ized by Sunrise it may create a safety hazard and off. will void the Warranty. 2. Be aware that the chair will not have brakes when motor locks are in the free-wheel position. (See Section F of Operating Guide.) A. ARMRESTS 3. Make sure that the person p
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ENGLISH VIII. SET-UP, ADJUSTMENT & USE VIII. SET-UP, ADJUSTMENT & USE NOTES: 1. Work Surface For Set-Up: Use a flat surface, such as a table, to assemble, adjust and check your chair. This makes the steps easier and helps ensure a correct set-up. 2. Fasteners: • Many of the screws and bolts on this chair are special high-strength fasteners and may have special coatings. • Many nuts are of the Nylock type. They have a plastic insert to help prevent loosening. 1. Use of improper fasteners may
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ENGLISH 1 1 A. BATTERY CASE REMOVAL To remove the batteries for transporting or servicing: 1. Remove Battery Case a. To remove battery pack, lift up on battery pack handle (A). 2. Battery Installation A See Section X. Batteries, D for installation. Batteries may weigh up to 25 lbs. Care must be taken to avoid injury when lifting up on battery handle. B. ARMRESTS ADJUSTMENT 2 2 1. Width Adjustment a. Insert armrest support inside of 1" square tube located on back of the seat. B b. Repeat for o
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ENGLISH IX. OPERATING GUIDE IX. OPERATING GUIDE A. PERFORMANCE CONTROL SETTINGS 1. It is vital to match control settings to your level of function and ability. 2. Consult your health care professional and your supplier to select the best control settings for you. 3. Check and adjust the settings every six to twelve months (or more often, if needed). 4. Adjust the control settings immediately if you notice any change in your ability to: • Control the joystick. • Hold your torso erect. • Avo
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ENGLISH 1 1 D. CIRCUIT BREAKERS 1. Notes: Your Quickie/Sterling Melody has a circuit breaker on the battery case. • In the unlikely event of a short circuit or heavy overload, all power to your chair will be shut off. • To reset your chair, depress the circuit breaker button located at the rear corner of the chair. A few minutes wait is required before the circuit breaker will reset. 2. Repeated Shutdown: If the chair continues to shut down after resetting, have it serviced by a supplier
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ENGLISH X. BATTERIES 3. CAUTION– To Avoid Damage to the Battery X. BATTERIES • Make sure you use the correct setting for sealed (gel) batteries (located on the off-board charger) if applicable. A. INTRODUCTION • Never charge a frozen battery. A fully charged battery will rarely 1. Notes: freeze, but the fluid in a discharged battery can freeze at 16 degrees • Batteries supply the power for your chair. They contain a finite Fahrenheit (minus 9 degrees Centigrade). If you suspect a battery is am
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ENGLISH 1 2 1 E. CHARGING BATTERIES To avoid the risk of severe injury or death from electrical shock, fire or explosion while charging: 1. Ensure the charger is connected to the correct source (110V or (230V in Europe)). 2. Never touch the charger after it is connected to an electrical outlet. This may cause electrical shock. • Never connect or disconnect charger from battery while there is power to the charger. 3. Never use an extension cord. Use of an improper cord could damage the charger
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ENGLISH XI. MAINTENANCE E. TO REPAIR OR REPLACE A TIRE XI. MAINTENANCE Drive Wheels: a. Elevate and securely support chair so that wheel is off the ground. A. NOTES b. Remove hub cap. 1. Proper maintenance will improve performance and extend the useful c. Remove lock bolt. life of your chair. d. Replace wheel. (Make sure washers and shaft key are in the same 2. Clean your chair regularly. This will help you find loose or worn parts location.) and will make your chair easier to use. e. Insta
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ENGLISH XII. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS XII. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS QUICKIE/STERLING MELODY CHAIR Curb Climbing 1.5" (3.8 cm) Speed 4.5 mph (7.24 kph) Turning Radius 18" (46.7 cm) Ground Clearance 2" (5.1 cm) Maximum Range* 10 miles (16.09 km) Chair Length (with footplate) 31" (78.7 cm) Chair Length (without footplate) 27" (68.6 cm) Chair Width 22.5" (57.2 cm) Overall Weight 113 lbs (51.3 kg) / 90 lbs (40.8 kg) w/o battery Seat Weight 26.5 lbs (12 kg) / 22.5 lbs (10.2 kg) w/o armrests Base Weig
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ENGLISH XIII. GUARANTEE (UK ONLY) XIII. GUARANTEE (UK ONLY) A. YOUR GUARANTEE Your local service agent: The guarantee form is included in the Sunrise Pack, please fill in the relevant details and return to us to register your entitlement. THIS IN NO WAY AFFECTS YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS. B. WARRANTY CONDITIONS 1. The repair or replacement will be carried out by an authorised Sunrise Medical Dealer/Service Agent. 2. To apply the warranty conditions should your wheelchair require attention under these
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ENGLISH XIV. SUNRISE LIMITED WARRANTY (NORTH AMERICA ONLY) QUICKIE/STERLING MELODY 4. WHAT WE WILL DO 1. FOR FIVE YEARS Our sole liability is to repair or replace covered parts. This is your only We warrant the main frame of this wheelchair against defects in materials remedy for consequential damages. and workmanship for 5 years use of the first consumer purchaser. 5. WHAT YOU MUST DO 2. ADDITIONAL WARRANTY a. Return the warranty card. We warrant Sunrise-made components of this wheelchair again
