Sunrise Medical F45 manual

ENGLISH F45 Owner ’ s Manual[...]

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60 F45 Issue 6 F45 How to use this manual W e at Sunrise Medical want you to get the best out of your F45 wheelchair . This Owner ’s Manual will familiarise you with the chair and it s features. It contains hints on everyday usage and general care in addition to information on the high quality standards which we adhere to and details about the gu[...]

61 F45 Issue 6 Contents Introduction page 1 Guarantee p age 2 Features and options p age 3 Safety warnings and user tip s p age 4 - 6 Prep aring your wheelchair for use p age 7 - 8 Emergency freewheel p age 9 Dedocking p age 9 - 1 1 Armrest s p age 12 Footrest s p age 13 - 14 Seating p age 15 - 19 Penny & Giles control pod p age 20 - 26 Proport[...]

1 F45 Issue 6 The F45 has been designed for use by an individual on a daily basis. It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. It is only intended for use as a pavement vehicle, but may also be used when crossing between pavements. This vehicle has been designed for a single occupant of limited mobility up to the weight of 1 18Kg who has the co[...]

2 F45 Issue 6 Please remember to fill in and post the guarantee registration card enclosed with this manual. Sunrise Medical Limited recommend that you do not undertake maintenance tasks other than those explained in this manual. Y our local approved Sunrise Medical service agent is fully trained by Sunrise Medical to carry out detailed maintenance[...]

3 F45 Issue 6 Ty r e s pa g e 5 2 Backrests page 16-19 Batteries and Charging page 34-43 Kerb Climber page 31-33 Footrests page 13-14 Armrests page 7,12 Seating page 15 Control box page 20-29 Emergency Freewheel page 9 Features and options The F45 has been designed for use by an individual, on a daily basis. It is suitable for both indoor and outdo[...]

4 F45 Issue 6 Safety warning and user tips Safety is a very important with any vehicle that is power driven, here are some helpful tips to safeguard your use. General 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 [...]

5 F45 Issue 6 Safety warning and user tips Batteries Y our wheelchair is supplied as standard from Sunrise Medical with maintenance-free batteries. These only require regular charging. Do not, under any circumstances, tamper with the batteries. If in any doubt contact your local service agent. Do not connect the battery charger to the mains supply [...]

6 F45 Issue 6 Safety warning and user tips Wheelchair range The range of your wheelchair can be affected by many factors such as user weight, terrain, ambient temperature and battery condition. The stated range in the sales literature should be seen as the theoretical maximum and may not be attained by every user . We recommend that every user init[...]

7 F45 Issue 6 Preparing your wheelchair for use Fig. 1a Armrest spring loaded catch Fig. 2b Armrests-removing Fig 1a: The armrests on both sides of the wheelchair can be removed to allow side transfer . Press the spring loaded catch mounted on the side of the armrest frame down tube (Fig. 1a) and remove armrest as shown. When seated, lower the armr[...]

8 F45 Issue 6 Preparing your wheelchair for use Fig. 3 Fitting footrests Firstly , offer the footrest assembly at right angles to the frame (Fig. 3b), locate the stem into the frame tube and swing the assembly forward as in Fig. 3a to lock in position. T o swing away the footrest, simply depress the retaining catch and turn the footrest out. This c[...]

9 F45 Issue 6 Emergency freewheel and dedocking Fig. 6 Dedocking procedure Some models may be equipped with a motor dedocking facility: T o dedock the motors follow the procedure given below: 1. Ensure the power is switched off at the control pod (Fig. 6). Note both types of control pod On/Off switches are illustrated. 2. Disengage the drive levers[...]

10 F45 Issue 6 Dedocking Fig. 7 6 pin connector Battery connection plug Rear handle Rear runners 3 . Disconnect the power lead 6 pin plug from the rear battery (Fig. 7). Lift and pull the battery basket rear handle to gain access to the batteries. Disconnect the battery connection plug. Depress the buckle lock to release the rear battery and lift t[...]

11 F45 Issue 6 Dedocking Fig. 9 Fig.10 Refitting motor drive units 1. T o refit the motor drive units ensure the 6 pin plug power connectors are free. 2. T ilt and lift the locating tongue under the dedocking socket. Lower the chair until the dedocking trigger clicks into position (Fig. 9). 4. Reconnect the motor drive unit 6 pin power plugs. 5. Fi[...]

12 F45 Issue 6 Armrests Adjusting the armrest width T o adjust the width loosen the two screws as shown in Fig. 1 1, move the armrest assembly to the desired position, and tighten the screws firmly prior to use. Adjusting armrest height Fig 12a: T o adjust the height loosen the adjusting screw , move the armrest to the desired position and tighten [...]

13 F45 Issue 6 Footrests Fig. 13 Fig. 14 Footrest The footrest assembly can be removed by pulling the release lever forwards and swinging the footrest outwards and upwards. T o re-fit the footrest insert the top into the vertical tube and swing inwards until the release lever locks into place (Fig. 13). Adjusting the footrest angle T o adjust the a[...]

14 F45 Issue 6 Fig. 15 Fig. 16 Footrests Adjusting the footrest length T o adjust the footrest length remove the screw assembly on the footrest stem as shown in Fig. 1 1, adjust the length to suit. Replace the bolt assembly and tighten. Ensure the bolt is firmly located and tightened prior to use. Note: The internal footrest stem may require cuttin[...]

15 F45 Issue 6 Seating Fig. 17 Fig. 18 Seat sling tension adjustment The seat upholstery may be re- tensioned. T o do this, loosen all the screws as shown in Fig. 17 and detach the V elcro ® . Re-tension the seat, attach the V elcro ® and securely tighten the screws. Firm seat board The optional Firm Seat Board is designed to allow pressure relie[...]

16 F45 Issue 6 Seating Fig. 20 Fig. 19 Backrest removal and refitting Although there are a variety of backrests which can be used on the F45 chair they all attach and release in the same way . T o remove the backrest (Fig. 19) depress the two catches on the base of the backrest and pull up the back. T o attach the backrest repeat the process in rev[...]

17 F45 Issue 6 Seating Fig. 21 Fig. 22 Changing the shape or tension T o change the shape and/or tension of the ‘Optima’ backrest remove the padded cover from the rear of the backrest and expose the tension straps (Fig 21). Loosen or tighten the straps to suit. (The most comfortable and supportive position is achieved with the wheelchair user s[...]

18 F45 Issue 6 Seating Fully adjustable backrest T o adjust the seating depth or the angle of the backrest, loosen the two screws on both push handles and slide the collars up or down until you have reached the desired position. Y ou must ensure the screws are fully tight prior to use (Fig. 23). Fig. 23 Fig. 24 Lumbar support The Lumbar support can[...]

19 F45 Issue 6 Seating Fig. 25 Fig. 26 Manual adjustable backrest (recline) For depth or angle adjustment see ‘Fully Adjustable Backrest’ above. T o recline the backrest angle simply pull the lever and lower the back to the required position. The angle can be set by inserting the locking pin into its locating position. Please ensure you support[...]

20 F45 Issue 6 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Power supply Ensure the power lead is connected correctly into its socket on the rear of the control pod (Fig. 27). The immobiliser plug When this is activated the chair will not function, other than the hazard warning light system. This may be useful if you wish to leave your wheelchair unatte[...]

21 F45 Issue 6 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Fig. 29 Adjustable speed setting Y our controller has five speed settings. T o adjust: 1. Press the mode button until the speed settings indicator is flashing (Fig. 29). 2. Increase or decrease the speed setting by pushing the joystick to the left or right respectively , until the required sett[...]

22 F45 Issue 6 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Fig. 31 Indicators The right hand button operates the right side, front and rear indicators, the left button operates the left side, front and rear indicators. T o cancel press the button again (Fig. 31). Fig. 32 The horn button When pressed the horn buzzer will sound, it stops when you release[...]

23 F45 Issue 6 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Fig. 33 Hazard lights Depressing the button will operate the front and rear hazard lights. This is effective either when the chair is switched On or Off. The two indicators will flash intermittently until cancelled by pressing the button again (Fig. 33). Hazard lights button Main lights Depress[...]

24 F45 Issue 6 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Fig. 35 Programme port Fig. 36 Red indicator lights Actuator mode function This will be included on your remote control pod if you have one or more electric options fitted to your chair . Refer to Fig. 35. Menu select T o chose an electric option press the mode button until the red lights are v[...]

25 F45 Issue 6 Note: If you need to stop in an emergency , the simplest and safest way is to just release the joystick. This will bring the chair to halt in a controlled manner . A second means of bringing the chair to a halt is to press the On/Off switch. This method is not recommended as the chair will stop very abruptly and will cause unnecessar[...]

26 F45 Issue 6 The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod Summary 1. T o steer , simply move the joystick in the direction you wish to go (Fig. 37). 2. The further you move the joystick, the faster you will go. 3. New users should use slower speeds until they feel confident when driving the powerchair . Adjust the speed range as explained on the previ[...]

27 F45 Issue 6 Penny and Giles Integral control Fig. 38 Fig. 39 Power supply Ensure the power lead is connected correctly into its socket on the rear of the battery box, and into the control pod (Fig. 38). Power lead connector (battery box) Power lead connector (control pod) Proportional control Y our wheelchair is fitted as standard with a side mo[...]

28 F45 Issue 6 Fig. 41 Fig. 40 Adjustable speed setting The maximum power and speed of your wheelchair can be adjusted by turning the power setting control lever anticlockwise to reduce speed, and clockwise to increase speed, this is useful when learning or in tight situations (Fig. 40). Operating the control joystick When engaging the main on/off [...]

29 F45 Issue 6 Fig. 42 On a steep hill, it may travel slightly further and you will notice the brakes being automatically applied when the chair is nearly stationary . Once the brakes have been applied, switching off will make no difference to the brakes, although it is always safer when remaining stationary for a period of time to switch off. If y[...]

30 F45 Issue 6 Parallel Swing Away Arm Before adjusting the swing-away arm, switch off the controller to avoid accidental displacement of the joystick which would cause unwanted movement of your wheelchair . Gently apply pressure to the side of the controller nearest the user and as close as possible to the front of the controller . The controller [...]

31 F45 Issue 6 Kerb climber Fig. 46 Fitting and removal procedure 1. Locate the kerb climber bar into the left hand location bracket and push the bar against the spring (Fig. 45). 2. Hold the kerb climber with your right hand over the locking lever and release the locking pin. 3. Align the two pins on the right hand side of the bar with the cut out[...]

32 F45 Issue 6 Kerb climber Front transfers If you find that the kerb climber is obstructing your exit or entry into the wheelchair you can swing the kerb climber back into the reverse position. Follow the fitting the instructions above, but rotate the climber through 90 Ο backwards (Fig. 47). The kerb climber must be returned to its operating pos[...]

33 F45 Issue 6 Kerb climber Fig. 49 Dismounting the kerb 1. Reverse the chair slowly and carefully until the rear wheels are on the edge of the kerb (Fig. 49). 2. Reverse as slowly as possible off the kerb with the rear wheels. Y ou will feel more secure if you can lean forward, but if you can’t, don’t worry , the wheelchair is extremely stable[...]

34 F45 Issue 6 Fig. 50 Fig. 51 Batteries The batteries are contained within a box located under the seat. T o remove the batteries should they require changing or maintenance, first disconnect the 6 pin connector then lift the rear handle and pull the tray backwards. The tray will lock tow thirds of the way out, (Fig. 50) unplug the batteries conne[...]

35 F45 Issue 6 Batteries and charging General information Batteries are the power source for almost all of the modern mobility products available today . The design of batteries used in mobility products is significantly dif ferent to the batteries used to start a car for example. Car batteries are designed to release a large amount of power over a[...]

36 F45 Issue 6 Batteries and charging Maintenance free battery care plan 1. Only use an approved Sunrise Medical charger compatible with the vehicle to be charged. 2. Charge your batteries every night, regardless of the amount of use your mobility device has had during the day . 3. Do not interrupt the charging cycle. 4. If your mobility device is [...]

37 F45 Issue 6 Batteries and charging Fig. 52 General The external charger (Fig. 52) has been designed to charge two 12 volt Sonnenschien Dryfit Gel type batteries. Safety features The chargers have features which prevent hazards or accidents occurring as a result of connecting batteries the wrong way round, overheating caused by fault conditions, [...]

38 F45 Issue 6 Batteries and charging Fig. 53 24V 6A charger indicator lights The charger has 4 light indicators, each is clearly marked on the label to show their function (Fig. 53). Y ellow - mains On This will illuminate when the mains plug is connected to the mains supply and the mains is switched on. Orange - charging This will illuminate a fe[...]

39 F45 Issue 6 Batteries and charging Fault finding guide 24V 6A charger If, having followed the correct steps up to connecting the charger to the battery and the mains and switching on, the charger does not behave as expected, then check for the following (Fig. 51): No lights The mains supply is not reaching the charger , check that the mains is w[...]

40 F45 Issue 6 Batteries and charging Fig. 55 Fig. 54B Pilot control box 3 pin charger plug 3 pin charger socket on rear of battery box Procedure for connecting the charger and charging 1 The wheelchair can be charged via one of two charging sockets. The charger socket most convenient and often used is located on the front of the Pilot/ Pilot+ Cont[...]

41 F45 Issue 6 Batteries and charging Safety and caution notes 1. The charger is designed for indoor use. Do not use outdoors or expose to rain, snow , spray or moisture. 2. Use only with Sonnenschein dryfit Gel type batteries of the A200, A500 or A500C groups when employed in cyclic mode. 3. The charger may be used with other brands of Gel type ba[...]

42 F45 Issue 6 Batteries and charging Important ! Do not rest a battery on top of the charger . Do not stand the charger on a carpet or other soft surface. Always place it on a hard surface. Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow , been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way , t ake it to a qualified technician. Do not disassem[...]

43 F45 Issue 6 Batteries and charging 7. Lots of start/stop driving. 8. Also thick pile carpets within the home can affect range. All this technical information may seem complicated and a little daunting, but please remember , that the battery sizes available on each Sunrise Medical product should give sufficient range to cope with the majority of [...]

44 F45 Issue 6 User tips Caution 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 wheel chair backing off the kerb into the road. If in any doubt, do not risk crossing the road until you are certain that it is safe. Always cross the road as quickly as poss[...]

45 F45 Issue 6 User tips Fig. 57 T ransfer to and from the chair Sunrise Medical recommend that you consult your healthcare professional for assistance in developing your personal front or side transfer technique to best suit your needs, and avoid any personal injury (Fig. 57 and 58). Fig. 58[...]

46 F45 Issue 6 User tips Gradients: ascents When going uphill, keep the chair moving. Keep the joystick pushed well forward and steer by moving it from side to side. If you have stopped on a hill, then you should start slowly , and if necessary lean forward to obviate the tendency for the front wheels to lift (Fig. 59). Fig. 59 Fig. 60 Gradients: d[...]

47 F45 Issue 6 T ransport ation Clamp point s The F45 has been crash tested to ISO 7176 Part 19. However , we do not recommend that you transport the F45 in a vehicle. Should you still choose to transport the F45, please clamp the product using a 4 Point Webbing Restraint as per the diagram shown (Fig. 61). Fig. 61[...]

48 F45 Issue 6 T ransport ation T ransportation In vehicles This wheelchair has been crash tested in its st andard configuration. However , due to safety risks Sunrise Medical do not recommend the transportation of people in their wheelchairs. Should a person need to be transported in wheelchair on transport systems, the following should be adhered[...]

49 F45 Issue 6 Lap belt instructions S tep 1 Place lap belt round chair . S tep 2 Seat lift Power/Manual recline back Position adjustment blocks to user ’ s requirements. S tep 3 Position belt such that fastening buckle is situated in the middle of the stomach. The positioning belt should be adjusted so that a hand can be placed between the user [...]

50 F45 Issue 6 S tep 4 Attach bottom universal bracket (with slot facing downwards) to back posts of wheelchair . W rap the metal strap around the back post. Place a washer on the securing screw , and insert the screw through the appropriate hole in the strap.For φ 1" tube use outer hole, for φ 7/8" tube, use inner hole. T ighten the sc[...]

51 F45 Issue 6 Sling back option S tep 2 Position belt such that fastening buckle is situated in the middle of the stomach. The positioning belt should be adjusted so that a hand can be placed between the user and the belt. S tep 3 T ake the positioning belt strap and wrap around back post. Thread the positioning belt back through the tri-glide to [...]

52 F45 Issue 6 Maintenance Cleaning 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 . T yre pressures If pneumatic tyres are fitted to your wheelchair it is important to regularly check the air pressure and for signs of[...]

53 F45 Issue 6 T o order spare p art s PLEASE QUOTE THE FOLLOWING: 1. Model of chair 2. Serial number of chair 3. Left hand or right hand control 4. Part number and description and quantity of items required 5. State colour when ordering upholstery or frame parts. Charge batteries Check battery level indicator Ensure all removable parts are securel[...]

YEAR 1 2 3 4 Service dates Upholstery Seat Back Armrests Electrics Condition of loom Connections Lights (where fitted) T est run Forwards Reverse Emergency stop Left turn Right turn Up/down slope Over obstacle Parking brake (where fitted) List items repaired/adjusted Customer Name Address Postcode Service history Date chair purchased Model Colour S[...]

Sunrise Medical Y our new wheelchair is manufactured in the West Midlands by Sunrise Medical. With over 30 years experience, we are one of the longest established mobility equipment manufacturers in the UK. All our Scootas, Wheelchairs, Powerchairs and Stairlifts undergo rigorous tests to ensure that they meet our requirements of comfort, safety an[...]

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