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Quickie LXI User Instruction Manual & Warranty

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    User instruction manual & warranty quickie lxi supplier: this manual must be given to the rider of this wheelchair. Rider: before using this wheelchair read this entire manual and save for future reference..

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    930360 rev. D 3 i . I n t r o d u c t i o n sunrise listens thank you for choosing a quickie wheelchair. We want to hear your questions or comments about this manual, the safety and reliability of your chair, and the service you receive from your supplier. Please feel free to write or call us at the...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 4 5 i i . T a b l e o f c o n t e n t s i i . T a b l e o f c o n t e n t s 1. Introduction .............................................................................. 3 a. Sunrise listens ...................................................................................

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 6 7 weight 28 lbs. With steel rear axles frame dimensions frame width: 12”- 20” (seat width 1/2” narrower) sling depth: 12”-18” backrest 8o with push handles 16”-19”, 14”-17” backrest options: solid back, backrest cushion, straight push handles hanger type 60o, 70o, 90o, ...

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    V . G e n e r a l w a r n i n g s a. Weight limit never exceed the weight limit of 250 pounds (113.6 kilograms), for combined weight of rider and items carried. If you do exceed the limit, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or oth...

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    V . G e n e r a l w a r n i n g s s ! H. Terrain 1. Your chair is designed for use on firm, even surfaces such as concrete, asphalt and indoor floors and carpeting. 2. Do not operate your chair in sand, loose soil or over rough terrain. This may damage wheels or axles, or loosen fasteners of your ch...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 12 13 v i . W a r n i n g s : f a l l s & t i p - o v e r s s ! A. Center of balance 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...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 14 15 v i . W a r n i n g s : f a l l s & t i p - o v e r s s ! E. Reaching or leaning if you reach or lean it will affect 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...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 16 17 v i . W a r n i n g s : f a l l s & t i p - o v e r s h. Transfer it is dangerous to transfer on your own. It requires good balance and agility. Be aware that there is a point during every transfer when the wheelchair seat is not below you.To avoid a fall: 1. Work w...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 18 19 v i i . W a r n i n g s f o r s a f e u s e s ! Before you assist a rider, be sure to read the warnings “for attendants” (p. 12) and follow all instructions that apply. Be aware that you will need to learn safe methods best suited to your abilities. A. Learning to d...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 20 21 v i i . W a r n i n g s f o r s a f e u s e s ! F. Maintenance 1. Inspect and maintain this chair strictly per chart. 2. If you detect a problem, make sure to service or repair the chair before use. 3. At least once a year, have a complete inspection, safety check a...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 22 23 v i i i . W a r n i n g s : c o m p o n e n t s & o p t i o n s s ! D. Fasteners many of the screws, bolts and nuts on this chair are special high-strength fasteners. Use of improper fasteners may cause your chair to fail. 1. Only use fasteners provided by an author...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 24 25 v i i i . W a r n i n g s : c o m p o n e n t s & o p t i o n s s ! J. Quick-release axles (optional) 1. Do not use this chair unless you are sure that both quick-release rear axles are locked. An unlocked axle may come off during use and cause a fall. 2. An axle is...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 26 27 a.To mount & remove rear wheels (optional) 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. I x . C h a i r b a s i c s note: axle is not locked until: a. The quick-release butt...

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    X . S e t u p & a d j u s t m e n t note: setting the wheelchair on a table or on a flat surface, such as a table or on a flat surface, such as a workbench, helps make these procedures easier. Note on torque setting: a torque setting is the optimum tightening which should be made on a particular fas...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 30 31 e. Swing-away hangers and footrests (60º, 70º, 70ºv or 90º) 1. Installation a. Place swing-away pivot saddle into the receiver on front frame tube with the footrest facing outward from the frame. B. Rotate the footrest inward until it locks into place on locking bol...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 32 33 x . S e t u p & a d j u s t m e n t i. Height-adjustable armrests (optional) 1. Installation a. Slide the outer armpost into the receiver mounted to the wheelchair frame. B. The armrest will automatically lock into place. 2. Height adjustment a. Rotate release lever...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 34 35 m. Wheel locks quickie lxi wheelchair are shipped with one of two types of high-mount wheel locks. Wheel locks are installed at the fac- tory unless you have requested otherwise. Note: use a torque setting of 100 in.-lbs. When setting up wheel locks. 1. Adjustment a...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 36 37 x . S e t u p & a d j u s t m e n t p. Cushion (optional) 1. Installation a. Place cushion on seat sling with vel- cro ® side down. The beveled edge of the cushion should be in front. B press firmly into place. Q. Folding and unfolding 1. Folding chair a. Remove qui...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 38 39 you will need to adjust your chair from time to time for best performance (espe- cially if you alter the original settings). This chart gives you a first solution, then a second and a third if needed. You may need to look farther to find the best solu- tion for a sp...

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    930360 rev. D 930360 rev. D 40 41 c. Maintenance tips 1. Axles & axle receivers: quick-release axles should be inspected for function and any signs of wear or bending. Replace as necessary. Check axles and axle sleeves every six months to make sure they are tight. Loose sleeves will damage the axle ...

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    930360 rev. D 42 x i i i . S u n r i s e l i m i t e d w a r r a n t y a. For lifetime sunrise warrants the frame and cross brace if applicable of this wheelchair against defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the original purchaser. The expected life of this frame is five years. B. Fo...

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    Sunrise medical, inc. 7477 east dry creek parkway • longmont, colorado • 80503 usa (303) 218-4500 or (800) 456-8165 in canada (800) 263-3390 © 2008, sunrise medical 8.08 930360 rev. D.