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Quickie Salsa M2 Mini Instructions For Use Manual

Summary of Salsa M2 Mini

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    Instructions for use salsa m 2 mini powered wheelchair 000690713.

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    2 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 important: do not use your wheelchair until this manual has been read and understood. User information intended use power wheel wheelchairs: power wheelchairs are exclusively for a user who is unable to walk or has limited mobility, for their own personal use in- and outdoor...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 3 rev.1.0 1.0 your wheelchair 5 2.0 how to use this manual 5 2.1 introduction 5 2.2 guarantee 5 2.3 warranty conditions 5 3.0 label explantation / word definitions 6 3.1 definitions of words used in this manual 6 4.0 general safety warning and user tips 9 4.1 general warnings 9 4.2 fe...

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    4 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 armrest legrest controller cushion front castor footplate drive wheel side guard backrest batteries rear castors salsa mini.

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    Salsa m 2 mini 5 rev.1.0 1.0 your wheelchair we at sunrise medical want you to get the best out of your wheelchair . This owner’s manual will familiarise you with the wheelchair and its features. It contains hints on everyday usage and general care in addition to information on the high quality stan...

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    6 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 3) should any part of the wheelchair require repair or replacement, as a result of a specific manufacturing or material defect, within twenty four months from the date on which the possession of the wheelchair was transferred to the original purchaser, and subject to it rema...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 7 rev.1.0 3.2 label explanations lever position for the left-hand freewheel mechanism. In drive in freewheel lever position for the right-hand freewheel mechanism. In drive in freewheel warning – do not touch - hot attached to joystick warning – do not drive your wheelchair on a slope...

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    8 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 labels and their descriptions battery label – warning instructions and circuit diagram back rest recline seat lift seat tilt in space the power tilt and power lift/tilt modules are factory fitted for optimum stability and for conformance to strict standard requirements. Chan...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 9 rev.1.0 4.0 general safety warning and user tips 4.1 general warnings warning! • always ensure that your wheelchair is switched off before attempting to transfer in or out. • always ensure that you are able to operate all controls from a comfortable position. Paying attention to you...

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    10 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 4.9 batteries your wheelchair is supplied as standard from sunrise medical with maintenance-free batteries. These only require regular charging. Before charging, please read sections 10 and 12 in this manual. Warning! Do not, under any circumstances, tamper with the batteri...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 11 rev.1.0 4.11 weight limit danger! • the user plus items carried should never exceed a total weight of 140 kg. • never use this wheelchair for weight training. • exceeding the weight limit is likely to damage the seat, frame or fasteners and may cause severe injury to you or others ...

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    12 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 4.16 adverse conditions please be aware that when driving your wheelchair in adverse conditions, e.G. On wet grass, mud, ice, snow or other slippery surfaces, you may experience a reduction in the grip and traction of your wheelchair . Warning! We recommend you take extra p...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 13 rev.1.0 4.21 use on a slope your wheelchair has been designed and tested to allow its use on slopes or gradients of up to 8° (14%). However, you have the option of adjusting your seating position with a tilt or recline back rest or a combination of these options, (see warning below...

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    14 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 4.23 creep mode warning! Please ensure your backrest recline angle relative to floor level, which is a combination of the back recline itself and the tilt angle, does not exceed 12° to drive the wheelchair safely. Note: if the tilt angle exceeds 9° the wheelchair will autom...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 15 rev.1.0 4.26 rear view mirror warning! To avoid injury to people around you please be aware that the mirror protrudes outside the space envelope of the wheelchair and could cause injury to someone when driving past. The mirror must be used on the 10kph model on uk roads. Always mak...

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    16 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 warnings! • please show the utmost consideration for the other traffic on the road. Remember that the last thing a car or lorry driver expects to see is a wheelchair backing off the kerb into the road. If in any doubt, do not risk crossing the road until you are certain tha...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 17 rev.1.0 fig. 4.14 fig. 4.15 fig. 4.16 fig. 4.17 fig. 4.18 fig. 4.19 fig. 4.20 danger ! • always make sure that the lap strap is correctly secured and adjusted prior to use. • too loose a strap could cause the user to slip down and cause serious injury. • check lap strap and securin...

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    18 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 4.32 vr2 controller (fig. 4.21) warning! • avoid knocking your control system and especially the joystick. • be careful not to strike obstacles with the control system or joystick when you drive. • never drop the control system. • when transporting your wheelchair , make su...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 19 rev.1.0 warnings! • make sure, when the wheelchair is stored or left in the car or anywhere else, the controller is switched off and the freewheel mechanisms are engaged, (in drive). • if there is a need to lift the drive unit, use the rear castor arm and the drive wheel. Caution s...

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    20 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 please ensure the controller is switched off before you engage the release levers – failure to do so will increase the force needed to push the wheelchair. Danger! • this may only be used in an emergency, or if you need to manually push your wheelchair . It is not intended ...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 21 rev.1.0 5.6 control joystick unit position warning! • make sure that the control system is mounted securely and that the joystick position is correct. • the hand or limb you use to operate the joystick should be supported, for example by the arm pad. • do not use the joystick as th...

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    22 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 5.8 armrests 5.8.1 armrests flip up, standard armrest. The armrests on both sides of the wheelchair can be flipped up to allow side transfer, (fig. 5.18). • for side transfer flip the armrest all the way up until it goes into its mechanical stop. This frees your space for s...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 23 rev.1.0 5.8.3. Standard and recline armrest coarse adjustment. To achieve more than 25 mm height adjustment: 1. Use a 6.0 mm allen key, (hexagon wrench), to loosen the rotation bolts on both armrests (b), (fig.5.23). 2. Remove both armrest assemblies, (fig.5.24). 3. Remove both set...

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    24 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 position a position b position c standard configuration chart backrest angle (degrees) armrest height (mm) setting ring position -4 305 - 254 a -4 252 - 229 b 0 305 - 254 a 0 252 - 229 b 4 305 - 267 a 4 279 - 229 b 8 305 - 229 b 12 305 - 229 b 12 248 - 229 c 16 305 - 254 b ...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 25 rev.1.0 5.8.4 standard arm pad position adjustment to adjust the arm pad depth: 1. Using a 5.0 mm allen key, (hexagon wrench), loosen the two arm pad adjustment screws (a). 2. Slide the arm pad forward or backward as required. 3. Retighten both adjustment screws (a). Use 10 n/m or ...

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    26 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 5.8.5 arm rest replacement please refer to your appropriate armrest type. To remove the standard armrest: • use a 6.0 mm allen key, (hexagon wrench), to undo the rotation screw, (a). • remove the screw. • pull the armrest assembly away from the bracket, (fig.5.32). • to ref...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 27 rev.1.0 fig.5.40 fig.5.39 fig.5.41 fig.5.42 70° 75° 80° a b fig.5.43 fig.5.44 rehab seat rehab seat fig. 5.36 fig. 5.37 fig. 5.38 fig. 5.33 fig. 5.34 fig. 5.35 fig. 5.35.1 5.9.3 leg rest removal to swing away the leg rest: • depress the retaining catch and swing the leg rest out, (...

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    28 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 fig. 5.45 fig. 5.47 fig. 5.46 5.9.4 standard seat hanger depth adjustment • remove both sets of 5mm hanger depth adjustment bolts, (fig.5.45). • slide both hanger receivers to the desired location, (fig.5.46, inset b). • replace both sets of depth adjustment bolts, (fig.5.4...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 29 rev.1.0 fig.5.50 5.9.5 foot plates the foot plates may be flipped up to aid entry and exit from the wheelchair. Warning! Do not use the foot plates to stand on as the full weight of your body may cause the wheelchair to tip forwards. This could result in injury and could damage the...

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    30 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 5.9.8 powered elevating leg rest, (elr, fig.5.51) or articulating leg rest, (alr, fig.5.52). Note: both left and right leg rests can also be operated simultaneously. To operate a powered elr, or alr leg rest: vr2 control: the actuator buttons can operate any factory approve...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 31 rev.1.0 6.0 seating 6.1 firm seat board the firm seat board is designed to allow pressure relief cushions such as jay to be used, (fig.6.1). 6.2 seat cushions seat cushions supplied by sunrise medical will have velcro® strips that correspond to patches on the seat, (fig.6.2). Warni...

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    32 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 6.7 standard seat height adjustment warning! • sunrise medical strongly recommend that you contact your sunrise medical dealer to carry out this task. • make sure the top frame does not trap your fingers. Get someone to hold the seat steady during adjustment. To change the ...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 33 rev.1.0 6.9 backrest angle adjustment 1. Remove the 5mm backrest bracket index bolts (a) on both sides of the backrest. Loosen the 5mm backrest bracket pivot bolts (b) on both sides of the backrest. Note: the index bolt (a) may be in a different starting position than shown below i...

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    34 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 6.10 back height adjustment 1. Begin by removing the upholstery cover, (fig.6.14). Fig. 6.14 2. Loosen the upholstery straps. It is not necessary to remove the upholstery, (fig.6.15). Fig. 6.15 3. Remove the top upholstery screws. The upholstery can now be moved and vertica...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 35 rev.1.0 7. Replace the backpost adjustment screws. Use 10 n/m or 88.5 in/lb of torque, (fig.6.20). Fig. 6.20 8. If removed in number 4, replace the towel bar and the towel bar bolts. Use 10 n/m or 88.5 in/lb of torque, (fig.6.21). Note: the towel bar may be repositioned at this poi...

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    36 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 6.11 manual adjustable backrest (standard seat) for depth adjustment see section 6.8. To recline the backrest angle: • pull the lever at the top of the backrest which operates the gas strut. • hold the lever and adjust the back angle required. • if you release the lever, th...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 37 rev.1.0 6.13 jay backrests the standard backrest assembly will allow the fitting of a jay backrest, which is available as an optional extra. 6.14 headrest to fit the standard headrest, fit the location bracket to the push handles, using the screws and nuts supplied, ensuring that t...

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    38 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 to operate the backrest actuators: • push the mode button to select actuator mode • operate the joystick left or right to select the actuator required (actuator 1 or actuator 2). Selection is indicated via the lighting of the orange led adjacent to the desired actuator numb...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 39 rev.1.0 6.15.2 powered seat lift the seat can lift up to 30 cm by operating it through your control system. Warning! • before operating the seat lift function ensure that the immediate area around the wheelchair is clear of possible obstructions, • (eg wall shelving), and potential...

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    40 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 7.0 control system 7.0 r-net control system information an alternative control system called r-net is available as an option 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 scree...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 41 rev.1.0 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 rel...

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    42 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 charging and programming socket: warning! This socket should only be used for programming and charging the wheelchair . Warning! 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 af...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 43 rev.1.0 actuator button and leds: depending on whether your wheelchair is fitted with one or two actuators the operation of this button will differ. Wheelchairs with one actuator depressing the actuator button will enter actuator adjustment mode. This will be indicated by the illum...

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    44 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 charger & programming socket control panel joystick battery gauge on-off button horn button max. Speed/ profile indication speed/profile decrease button speed/ profile increase button hazards button lights button actuator button indicator buttons vr2 control panel layout vr...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 45 rev.1.0 8.0 troubleshooting using the vr2 hand control warning! Always consult your sunrise medical authorised dealer when a diagnostic fault has appeared on your hand control. The battery gauge and maximum speed/profile indicator show the status of the control system. Battery gaug...

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    46 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 self help guide, (fig.8.1). Fault code possible cause the batteries need charging, or there is a bad connection to the battery. Check the connections to the battery. If the connections are good, try charging the batteries the left hand motor has a bad connection. Check the ...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 47 rev.1.0 9.0 controller mounts 9.1 general warnings: warnings! • do not replace the joystick knob with any unauthorised item. It may cause hazardous operation and loss of control of the wheelchair. • it is important that the joystick boot is replaced if it is torn or brittle; failur...

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    48 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 9.7 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 wheelchair is moving and make sure that the controller is fixed s...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 49 rev.1.0 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 r...

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    50 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 10.0 speciality controls 10.1 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 cert...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 51 rev.1.0 10.4 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 wate...

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    52 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 11.0 batteries and charging warning! • please read the owner’s manual supplied with the charger carefully. • do not expose any part of the battery to direct heat (i.E. Naked flame, gas fire). • when charging always place your charger on a hard surface in a room with good ve...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 53 rev.1.0 11.2 safety cut-outs in the event of a short circuit there are several safety systems built into your wheelchair to safeguard your electrical circuits. • fusible 100a links are connected into the battery harnesses to protect the batteries and wiring. • a 15a fusible link fo...

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    54 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 11.7 general charger information the external charger has been designed to charge two 12v sealed maintenance free batteries connected in series (= 24 v). 11.8 charger safety features the chargers have features which prevent hazards or accidents occurring as a result of conn...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 55 rev.1.0 11.11 the range of your vehicle most manufacturers of mobility products state the range of their vehicles either in the sales literature or within the owner’s manual. The range stated sometimes differs from manufacturer to manufacturer even though the battery size is the sa...

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    56 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 warnings! • an extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. • use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. • if any extension cord must be used, make sure the pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same numbe...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 57 rev.1.0 12.0 transportation a wheelchair secured in a vehicle will not provide the equivalent level of safety and security of a vehicle seating system. Sunrise medical recommends that the user transfers to the vehicle seating and uses the vehicle- installed restraint system whereve...

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    58 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 warnings! When the user being transported is a child, less than 22kg mass and the vehicle involved has less than eight (8) seated passengers it is recommended that they be transferred to an unce regulation 44 compliant child restraint system (crs). This type of restraint sy...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 59 rev.1.0 12.3 crash testing on the salsa, all models. A representative salsa m2 mini wheelchair has been tested in accordance with the dynamic performance requirements specified in iso 7176-19: “wheeled mobility devices for use in motor vehicles” using an unwins four- point strap re...

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    60 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 12.5 securing the wheelchair into the vehicle (fig. 12.9 - 12.10 on previous page) warning! All salsa wheelchairs require a multi-point tie down system for transportation. To secure the wheelchair into a vehicle consult the instructions supplied with the restraint system. I...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 61 rev.1.0 we recommend you check with the following points with the train operator: • there is suitable boarding access available to allow you to access the railway carriage. • there is suitable access to the intended “wheelchair ” space. • on joining and leaving the train and there ...

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    62 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 13.0 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. 13.1 tyre maintenance and pressures warning! If pneumatic tyres are fitted to your wheelchair it is ...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 63 rev.1.0 fig.13.3 fig.13.1 fig.13.2 fig.13.4 fig.13.5 fig.13.6 1 2 3 5 4 fig.13.7 fig.13.8.

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    64 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 fig.13.9 fig.13.10 fig.13.11 13.4 removing the castor wheel warning! Castor wheel removal is a safety critical task. If you do not feel confident in carrying out the following instructions, please contact your sunrise medical approved dealer. • use two 13mm spanners to undo...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 65 rev.1.0 13.6 inspection of the upholstery/seating tears, dents, wearing or slackening of upholstery particularly near to metal could result in poor posture or lower levels of comfort and pressure relief. 13.7 cleaning seating • you can wash all parts of the covers with a gentle- wa...

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    66 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 13.8 cleaning controls clean the control system and the joystick with a cloth dampened with diluted detergent. Caution! Be careful when cleaning the joystick. Never use abrasive or spirit based cleaners speciality controls ensure that wafer boards, joysticks (all variants),...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 67 rev.1.0 salsa m 2 mini parts in the battery box: • plastic battery box cover for 2 x 12v batteries. • 2 x battery looms with fuse and ring terminals. • battery link harness with grey connectors. Accessing the batteries • release the two handle screws under the front of the seat fra...

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    68 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 13.12 controller access accessing the controller: • release the two handle screws under the front of the seat frame that connect the seat frame with the seat module interface, ( a-fig.13.20). • flip the seat frame backwards and secure it with the safety bar, (b-fig.13.21). ...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 69 rev.1.0 13.15 recommended maintenance routines (fig13.35) tools required: battery charger, tyre pump, stiff brush, petroleum jelly cleaning cloth and dilute disinfectant. Warning! If in any doubt about performing any maintenance on your wheelchair , contact your sunrise medical aut...

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    70 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 • with the seating in an elevated position, drive the wheelchair to make sure that the ‘creep’ mode works which will slow the wheelchair . • drive the wheelchair in each of the drive profiles to make sure the wheelchair performs as it did before. Caution! • if you are in an...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 71 rev.1.0 model: quickie salsa m 2 mini 14.0 specification sheets (en 12184 & iso 7176-15) sunrise medical thorns road brierley hill west midlands dy5 2ld phone: 0845 605 66 88 www.Sunrisemedical.Co.Uk operating temperature: - 25°c to 50°c storage temperature: -40°c to 65°c moisture ...

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    72 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 15.0 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...

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    Salsa m 2 mini 73 rev.1.0 16.0 disposal if the wheelchair has been supplied to you free of charge it may not belong to you. If it is no longer required, follow any instructions given by the organisation issuing the wheelchair in order that it may be returned to them. The following information descri...

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    74 salsa m 2 mini rev.1.0 17.0 battery wiring diagram charger socket: pin 1: battery positive pin 2: battery negative pin 3: inhibit 1 2 3 100a 100a black black red red yellow battery connector battery connector fig.17.2 fig.17.3 auxiliary power connector c o n t r o ll e r c o n n e c t o r 15a fig...