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Quickie Jive Instructions For Use Manual

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    Instructions for use quickie jive powered wheelchair 000690669.00

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    2 quickie jive if you are visually impaired, this document can be viewed in pdf format at www.Sunrisemedical.Com or alternatively is available on request in large text. For further information on the full specification and options and accessories please refer to the order form. All information is su...

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    Quickie jive 3 warning! Do not use your wheelchair until this manual has been read and understood. User information intended use power wheel chairs: power wheelchairs are exclusively for a user who is unable to walk or has limited mobility, for their own personal use indoors and outdoor. When an att...

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    4 quickie jive back upholstery height/width adjustable armrests stabilising bar battery box drive wheel motors castors foot rests cushion hand control module joystick due to its modular design, simplicity and wide range of adjustments, the quickie jive is a perfect choice for easy service, refurbish...

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    Quickie jive 5 back upholstery height/width adjustable armrests stabilising bar battery box drive wheel motors foot rests cushion hand control module joystick rear castors back upholstery height/width adjustable armrests stabilising bar battery box drive wheel motors foot rests cushion hand control ...

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    6 quickie jive 1.0 your wheelchair 7 2.0 how to use this manual: 7 2.1 introduction: 7 2.2 guarantee: 7 2.3 warranty-repair-service conditions: 7 2.4 label explanations 8 3.0 label explantation / word definitions 8 3.1 definitions of words used in this manual 8 4.0 general safety warning and user ti...

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    Quickie jive 7 2.0 how to use this manual: 2.1 introduction: please keep a note of your local service agent’s address and telephone number in the space below. In the event of a breakdown, contact them and try to give all relevant details so they can help you quickly. The wheelchairs shown and descri...

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    8 quickie jive 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 twelve months. 6) items of a consumable nature will not genera...

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    Quickie jive 9 labels and their descriptions warning - do not touch - hot warning – ensure the seat interface quick release is screwed in tight before using your wheelchair, especially on a slope attached to joystick warning – do not drive your wheelchair on a slope with the backrest reclined and/or...

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    10 quickie jive 4.0 general safety warning and user tips 4.1 general warnings warning! Always ensure that your wheelchair is switched off • before attempting to mount or dismount. Always ensure that you are able to operate all • controls from a comfortable position. Paying attention to your posture ...

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    Quickie jive 11 4.8 sharp turns danger! Full speed turns should not be attempted. If you need to turn sharply you must reduce your speed with the joystick or speed setting. This is particularly important when travelling across or down a slope. Disregarding this advice could lead to your wheelchair t...

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    12 quickie jive 4.13 wheelchair range the range of your wheelchair can be affected by many factors such as user weight, terrain, ambient temperature, use of powered op tions and battery condition. Note: the stated range in the sales literature should be seen as the theoretical maximum (iso 7176; par...

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    Quickie jive 13 4.20 use on a slope your wheelchair has been designed and tested to allow its use on slopes or gradients of up to 10° (18%) in rwd/ mwd configuration and 6° (11%) in fwd configuration. However, you have the option of adjusting your seating position with either a lift, tilt or recline...

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    14 quickie jive 4.25 stability of your wheelchair please follow the user instructions in this manual regarding the use of seat lift and tilt modules and the use of your chair on a slope. Warning! Other variables can affect your chair stability, including: movement of the user effects of the addition...

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    Quickie jive 15 4.30 lights and indicators warning! Ensure that the lights and indicators are functioning correctly and lens are clean before going outdoors at night. Lights assembly can become very hot - care must be taken if removing them for repair. 4.31 vent tray warning! Using a vent tray will ...

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    16 quickie jive 4.33.1 dismounting the kerb with a rear wheel drive chair warning! Reverse the chair slowly and carefully until both rear wheels are on the edge of the kerb, again in a 90° position to the kerb. Reverse as slowly as possible off the kerb with the rear wheels. You will feel more secur...

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    Quickie jive 17 4.34 lap strap the 5 cm (2“) aircraft buckle lap strap. (fig. 4.6). The 5 cm (2”) aircraft padded lap strap. (fig. 4.7) the lap strap fitted for a right- handed user. (fig. 4.8) the lap strap fitted for a left- handed user. (fig. 4.9) place the strap loosely across the seat with the ...

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    18 quickie jive 5.0 preparing your wheelchair for use 5.1 handling the wheelchair note: to dismantle the chair for transport or storage no tools are required. The list of components when dismantled: (components below are related to the maximum detachable parts and dependent on the type of seating sy...

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    Quickie jive 19 5.5 drive wheel suspension jive f/r the jive f/r has an effective and adjustable drive wheel suspension system as a standard feature. To match your requirements on drive comfort, the tension of the springs at the damper can be adjusted. Turning the aluminium ring on the bottom of the...

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    20 quickie jive 5.7.4 adjusting armrest height please refer to your appropriate armrest type. Single post arm rest (comfort, rehab and recaro seat): the height adjustment of the armrests is made via the threaded screws at the forward edge of the stanchion tube . To adjust the height, (fig. 5.11) loo...

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    Quickie jive 21 5.8.4 manual, elevating leg rest, (elr, fig.5.21). To elevate: pull the leg rest upwards and stop at the desired height. The leg rest will automatically lock in the chosen position. To lower: push the release lever slowly forward. The leg rest will lower the angle. As soon as you rel...

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    22 quickie jive 5.8.6 powered centre mount leg rest, (pcml). Warning! There is an option on the programme of the leg rest that allows you to send the footrest to the floor to allow for easier mounting and dismounting for the user. Be aware that when powered the area around and underneath the footpla...

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    Quickie jive 23 6.3 changing seat height there are four adjustable seat posts, one at each corner of the drive base, (fig. 6.3, 6.4 and 6.5 fwr/rwd, fig.6.6 mwd). The posts are held in place by bolts inserted through adjustment holes. To adjust the seat height: remove the bolts from the posts using ...

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    24 quickie jive 6.10 manual setting of the seat angle on the jive to set the seat angle, release the bolt fixing the “banana” bracket between the seat interface module and the seat packer module. Set the seat angle at 0°, 3° or 6° and 9°, then replace and re tighten the bolt between the seat interfa...

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    Quickie jive 25 caution! Once the back is fully reclined or raised do not hold the joystick in its operating position as this could damage the actuator. R-net control please refer to your r-net owner’s manual for details. Warning! Lowering the backrest by an angle of greater than 15° • from vertical...

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    26 quickie jive battery level indicator on/off button horn maximum speed profile indicator speed or profile buttons joystick 7.0 vr2 control system (fig.7.1): your wheelchair is controlled by the joystick. This regulates the power & speed of the wheelchair. The joystick determines the speed and dire...

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    Quickie jive 27 7.4 operating the control joystick: when engaging the main on/off button, allow a few seconds prior to moving the joystick. This allows the system to self check. If you move the joystick too soon, the battery level indicator display will not illuminate until the joystick is released....

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    28 quickie jive 7.10 vr2-l there are common controls between the vr2 and the vr2-l control systems where a control differs it will be described below. All common controls can be found on the previous page. Lights and indicators: the wheelchair can be equipped with lights and indicators. Where lights...

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    Quickie jive 29 7.11 charging and programming socket: (fig.12.8-12.10) warning! This socket should only be used for programming and charging the wheelchair. This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other device. Connection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or ...

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    30 quickie jive 7.15 maximum speed button and indicator: this shows the maximum speed setting for the wheelchair when the dual attendant system has control. There are five settings - setting 1 is the slowest speed and setting 5 is the highest speed. The speed setting is changed with the speed button...

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    Quickie jive 31 self help guide, (fig.8.1). If a system trip occurs you can find out what has happened by counting the number of led’s on the battery gauge that are flashing. Go to the number on the list which matches the number of flashing bars and follow the instructions. Slow or sluggish movement...

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    32 quickie jive 9.0 r-net control system 9.1 r-net control system information an alternative control system called r-net is available for the wheelchair. The r-net system has extended options and is suitable for individuals with complex needs or when there is a preference for screen based menu optio...

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    Quickie jive 33 10.0 controller mounts 10.1 general warnings warning! Do not replace the joystick knob with any • unauthorised item. It may cause hazardous operation and loss of control of the chair. It is important that the joystick boot is replaced if it is • torn or brittle; failure to do so coul...

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    34 quickie jive 10.7 forus control (r-net) warnings! Ensure that you set the speed of the forus control to • a speed that you can comfortably follow. Ensure that you always have comfortable access to • the controls whilst the chair is moving and make sure that the controller is fixed securely to the...

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    Quickie jive 35 the forus push handle mechanism is centred with springs which will always bring it back to its centre position when the attendant’s hands are taken off the handles. The push handles can be adjusted in height by releasing the spring loaded pin on the side, adjusting to the right heigh...

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    36 quickie jive 11.0 speciality controls 11.1 proximity head array warnings the sensors used in this product will operate • if moisture of any substance that is electrically conductive is present in sufficient quantities. Electro magnetic interference from electrical power • lines and certain types ...

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    Quickie jive 37 11.4 sip and puff control and buddy buttons warnings do not wrap the cable around the switch, wrap the • cable separately do not pull on the cable of the switch • do not overload your switch connection, adhere to • maximum current ratings do not immerse the switch in water • do not o...

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    38 quickie jive 12.0 batteries and charging warning! Please read the owner’s manual with the charger • supplied carefully. The general procedures and effects for the interference with the chair and the batteries remain valid. Do not expose any part of the battery to direct heat • (i.E. Naked flame, ...

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    Quickie jive 39 12.4 maintenance free batteries this type of battery uses a method of carrying the electrolyte commonly referred to as ‘gel’, that is held within the battery case. As the name implies, no maintenance is required other than regular charging. You can safely transport this type of batte...

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    40 quickie jive 12.7.2 procedure for connecting the charger and charging connect the battery charger round output plug to the • charging socket on the front of the joystick module, (fig. 12.8-12.10). Connect the charger to the mains supply by means • of the mains plug and switch on. The green light ...

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    Quickie jive 41 12.8 the range of your vehicle please refer to the specification tables at the back of this manual for energy consumption, (maximum range), information. Most manufacturers of mobility products state the range of their vehicles either in the sales literature or within the owner’s manu...

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    42 quickie jive danger! Alterations or substitutions must not be made to • the wheelchair securement points or to structural and frame or components without consulting the manufacturer. Failure to do so will invalidate the ability of the wheelchair to be transported within a vehicle. The wheelchair ...

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    Quickie jive 43 due to the weight of the jive wheelchair it is always necessary to use a 6 strap tie down system, 4 straps at the rear of the wheelchair and 2 at the front. A representative fwd/rwd and mwd jive wheelchair has been tested in accordance with the dynamic performance requirements specif...

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    44 quickie jive 13.2 occupant restraint instruction: the pelvic restraint belt must be worn low across the • front of the pelvis so that the angle of the pelvic belt is within the preferred zone of 30 to 75 degrees to the horizontal. A steeper (greater) angle within the preferred zone • is desirable...

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    Quickie jive 45 fwd front tie down fwd rear tie down fwd front and rear tie down straps fig.13.10 mwd front tie down mwd rear tie down mwd front and rear tie down straps fig.13.12 fig.13.13 fig.13.14 fig.13.15 fig.13.11 tie downs.

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    46 quickie jive 13.4 leg strap fitting instructions adjustable hangers part. No. 740130 leg strap for chairs with seat width up to 18” part. No. 740132 leg strap 18-20 inch for chairs with seat width greater than 18” or all chairs with width adjustable hanger. 1. Fit strap around the actuator shaft ...

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    Quickie jive 47 14.0 maintenance and cleaning caution! It is important that you follow the following cleaning and maintenance schedule in order to keep your wheelchair in tip top condition. 14.1 tyre maintenance and pressures 14.1.1 tyre pressure caution! If pneumatic tyres are fitted to your wheelc...

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    48 quickie jive fig. 14.8 fig. 14.6 fig. 14.7 fig. 14.4 fig. 14.5 1 2 3 5 4 6 fig. 14.9 fig. 14.3 fig. 14.10 valve gap.

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    Quickie jive 49 14.2 removing the mwd castor wheel. Use a 13.0 mm spanner/socket to undo the axle bolt, • (fig.14.11). Remove the nyloc nut, (fig.14.12). • refitting: when refitting do not try to force the bolt through. Gently move the wheel back and forth until the bolt slips through. Warning! Alwa...

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    50 quickie jive 14.3 removing the rwd/fwd castor wheel. Note the position of the castor & which hole is used to mount it. Ensure that both castors use the same mount position. Use a 5.0mm hex key remove the 2 axle studs, • (fig.14.13). Remove the centre spacers and spindle, (fig.14.14). • for pneuma...

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    Quickie jive 51 14.4 cleaning and your wheelchair the wheelchair should be wiped over once per week with a slightly damp, not wet, cloth and any fluff or dust that has accumulated around the motors should be blown or dusted away. Caution! Make sure that you dry all parts of your wheelchair • if it b...

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    52 quickie jive 14.4.2 cleaning controls should the control of your wheelchair become soiled or dirty, it can be wiped with a damp cloth with a dilute disinfectant until clean. Warning! This is important should the wheelchair be used by more than one person to ensure there is no cross infection. Spe...

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    Quickie jive 53 14.7 how to connect the cables to the batteries warning! If you are in any doubt about performing any maintenance on your wheelchair, please contact your sunrise medical authorised dealer. Parts in the battery box: two 12v deep cycle mobility batteries. • two fused battery loom assem...

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    54 quickie jive 14.8 controller access for the jive f/r please follow the “battery access instruction in section 12. This also gives access to the motor control module (fig. 14.27) on jive f/r. To access the controller on the jive m take the rear shroud on the base between the rear castor wheels off...

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    Quickie jive 55 joystick gaiter: check the thin rubber gaiter or boot around the base of the joystick shaft for damage or splitting. Check visually only, do not handle the gaiter. Mounting: make sure that all components of the control system are securely mounted. Do not over-tighten any securing scr...

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    56 quickie jive 15.1 model: quickie jive r 15.0 specification sheets (en 12184 & iso 7176-15) sunrise medical limited high street wollaston west midlands dy8 4ps england tel.: +44 (0) 1384446688 www.Sunrisemedical.Com maximum occupant mass (test dummy mass): 160 kg the wheelchair quickie jive r conf...

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    Quickie jive 57 maximum occupant mass (test dummy mass): 160 kg (240 kg fxl). The wheelchair quickie jive f conforms to the following standards: a) requirements and test methods for static, impact and fatigue strengths (iso 7176-8) b) power and control systems for electric wheelchairs — requirements...

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    58 quickie jive maximum occupant mass (test dummy mass): 160 kg the wheelchair quickie jive m conforms to the following standards: a) requirements and test methods for static, impact and fatigue strengths (iso 7176-8) b) power and control systems for electric wheelchairs — requirements and test meth...

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    Quickie jive 59 16.0 service history this section is designed to assist you in keeping a record of any service and repairs to your wheelchair. Should you decide to sell or exchange your vehicle in the future, this will prove most helpful to you. Your service agent will also benefit from a documented...

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    Ref: p19093 om_jive_eu_en_rev.4.0_24_08_2012 sunrise medical gmbh & co.Kg kahlbachring 2-4 d-69254 malsch/heidelberg germany tel.: +49 (0) 7253/980-555 fax: +49 (0) 7253/980-111 www.Sunrisemedical.Com sunrise medical thorns road brierley hill west midlands dy5 2ld phone: 0845 605 66 88 fax: 0845 605...