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VIII. USE AND MAINTENANCE
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QUICKIE ATTITUDE
WARNING
The owner of this bike is responsible for making sure that it has been
set up and adjusted by a trained service professional under the advice
of a healthcare professional. The bike may require periodic safety and
function checks or certain in-use adjustments that can be performed by
the owner, caregiver or authorized dealer if desired. Always use parts
and/or acces-sories that have been recommended or approved by
Sunrise Medical when servicing this bike.
A. INTRODUCTION
1. Proper maintenance will improve performance and extend the
useful life of this bike.
2. Clean your bike regularly. This will help you find loose or worn
parts and make your chair/bike easier to use. You will need a
mild detergent solution and plenty of cleaning rags.
3. If discovered, have loose, worn, bent or damaged parts replaced
before using the bike.
4. All major maintenance and repair work should be completed by
your authorized dealer or local bikeshop.
5. Inspect and maintain this bike strictly per the safety checklist.
6. If you detect a problem, make sure to order parts, or have
service,and repair work done at your authorized dealer, or local
bikeshop before using the unit.
7. At least once per year, have a complete inspection, safety check,
and service of your bike made by an authorized dealer.
B. CRITICAL SAFETY CHECKS
1. Tire Air Pressure:
Check air pressure in pneumatic tires before every use. The tires will
not grip properly if you fail to maintain the air pressure shown on tire
sidewall.
2. Axles :
When checking axles, make sure they are clean and tight. Loose axles
can damage the bike and will effect performance.
3. Gears, deraileur unit, and chain
Inspect the drive train and chain before every use, ensuring that all
fasteners are tight and that no parts have moved from their preset
positions.
4. Brakes
Inspect the brakes and cables before every use, ensuring that all
fasteners are tight and that no parts have moved from their preset
positions.
C. CLEANING
1. Paint Finish
a. Clean the painted surfaces with mild soap or detergent as
needed.
b. Protect the paint with a coat of non-abrasive auto wax every
three months.
2. Chain and Moving Parts
a. Clean around gears and moving parts with a slightly damp (not
wet) cloth. Use a small amount of chain oil to improve the per-
formance of the bike
b. Wipe off or blow away any fluff, dust or dirt on axles or moving
parts.
3. Basic Maintenance Materials available at local Bike store
a. Tire pump
b. Tire pressure gauge
c. Clean rags or cotton cloth.
d Mild detergent.
Annually
Tire inflation level and wear
Wheel locks
Visually check for loose hardware
Axle
Inspect drive chain for any damage
Main brake and emergency brake
Clamps and attachment hardware
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Safety & Function Check
D. SAFETY CHECKLIST
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NOTE -
The user or caregiver should perform these weekly and
monthly checks to maintain the safety of their bike. If an item
is not working properly, please contact your authorized dealer,
local bike shop, or call Quickie Technical service. Do not use
the bike until all components are in proper working condition.
E. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
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Make sure tire pressure is correct
and equal in both rear tires and front
caster tires, if pneumatic.
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Make sure all spokes and nipples are
tight on radial spoke wheels.
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Check Battery, Charge Battery, Reset
the Power on the Battery.
F. SAFE RIDING TECHNIQUES
The hand cranks (pedals) are designed for movement in tandem. Make
sure that both hands are on the hand cranks at all times while riding the
bike.
1. Remember to start slowly applying the same pressure to both hand
cranks (pedals) in tandem.
2. Positioning belts and helmet should always be worn when riding.
3. If you need to pull over, pull off of the roadway and park in a safe
spot out of the way of traffic
4. Good posture while using your bike is important, make sure that
your chair and bike are adjusted to support good posture while
riding.
5. It is important to practice turning and other techniques before get-
ting on the road.
6. Always slow down before turning or maneuvering the bike.
Make sure chain is properly lubricated
and positioned on sprocket.
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