Warnings: Components And Options; Armrests; Batteries; C.cushions And Sling Seats - Zippie ZM-310 Mode D'emploi

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Note: If you use parts or make changes not authorized by Sunrise
it may create a safety hazard and will void the Warranty.
A. ARMRESTS
1. Armrests will not bear the weight of this chair.
2. Never lift this chair by its armrests. They may come loose or
break.
B. BATTERIES
1. Only deep cycle sealed case construction batteries should be
used in this device.
2. Read all of section X. Batteries before attempting to change,
or charge batteries.
C. CUSHIONS AND SLING SEATS
1. Standard foam cushions and other body supports are not
designed for the relief of pressure. Do not sit directly on a
sling type surface.
2. If you suffer from pressure sores, or if you are at risk that
they will occur, you may need a special seat system or a
device to control your posture.
• Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist to find out if you
need such a device for your well-being.
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 Sunrise.
2. If fasteners become loose, tighten them immediately.
3. Over- or under-tightened fasteners may fail or cause damage
to chair parts.
E. FOOTPLATE & FOOTRESTS
1. At the lowest point, footrests should be at least 2 1/2 inches
(65 mm) off the ground. If set too LOW, they may "hang up"
on obstacles you can expect to find in normal use. This may
cause the chair to stop suddenly and tip forward.
2. To avoid a trip or fall when you transfer:
• Make sure your feet do not "hang up" or get caught in the
space between the footrests.
• Avoid putting weight on the footrests, as the chair may tip
forward.
• Remove or swing the footrests out of the way, if possible.
3. The footrest should always be in the down position when
operating the chair.
4. Never lift this chair by the footrests. Footrests detach and
will not bear the weight of this chair. Lift this chair only by
non-detachable parts of the main frame.
F. MOTOR LOCKS
1. Do not engage or disengage motor locks unless power to the
chair is off.
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2. Be aware that the chair will not have brakes when motor
locks are in the free-wheel position.
3. Make sure that the person pushing the chair has full control
when motor locks are disengaged.
4. Make sure that the chair is on level ground when motor
locks are disengaged.
G. ON/OFF SWITCH
1. Never use the ON/OFF switch to stop the chair except in
an emergency. This will result in an abrupt stop, and may
cause you to fall.
2. To slow your chair to a stop, return the joystick to neutral.
H. PNEUMATIC TIRES
Proper inflation extends the life of your tires and makes your chair
easier to use.
1. Do not use this chair if any of the tires are under- or over-
inflated. Check weekly for proper inflation level, as listed on
the tire sidewall.
2. Low pressure in a tire may cause the chair to veer to one
side and result in a loss of control.
3. An over-inflated tire may burst.
4. Never use a gas station air pump to inflate a tire. Such
pumps provide air at high volume, and could cause the tire
to burst. To prevent tire damage:
• Use a hand pump (or low volume air pump) to inflate tires.
• Use a tire gauge to check pressure.
5. Driving over sharp objects may cause damage to pneumatic
tires and tubes.
I. POSITIONING BELTS (Optional)
The positioning belt is predominately used to support your pos-
ture. It can also be used to limit slipping and/or sliding that you
might experience when the chair is in motion. The positioning belt
is not a transit rated safety belt and should not be used in the
place of a seat belt while being transported in a motor vehicle.
Improper use of Positioning belts may cause severe injury or death.
If you use a positioning belt, be sure to follow the recommenda-
tions in this section:
1. Make sure the rider does not slide down in the wheelchair
seat. If this occurs, the rider may suffer chest compression or
suffocate due to pressure from the belts.
2. The belts must be snug, but must not be so tight that they
interfere with breathing. You should be able to slide your
open hand, flat, between the belt and the rider.
3. A pelvic wedge or a similar device can help keep the rider
from sliding down in the seat. Consult with the rider's doctor,
nurse or therapist to find out if the rider needs such a device.
4. Use positioning belts only with a rider who can cooperate.
Make sure the rider can easily remove the belts in an emergency.
5. NEVER use positioning belts
a. As a patient restraint. A restraint requires a doctor's order.
b. On a rider who is comatose or agitated.
c. As a motor vehicle restraint. In an accident or sudden
stop the rider may be thrown from the chair. Wheelchair
seat belts will not prevent this, and further injury may
result from the belts or straps.
If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-
over or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the
rider or others.
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