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❑ It is advisable to charge batteries every day, after using the wheelchair.
❑ Range: Batteries give the chair a range of approximately 25 kilometres. This depends on the weight of
the user and the terrain.
❑ Do not leave the batteries exposed to environmental conditions such as rain, humidity, high temperatures
or fire.
❑ Check the conditions of the batteries and their connections to prevent possible dangers e.g. leaks.
Safety guidelines for charging
❑ The charger is designed for indoor use only. Do not use outdoors or expose to rain, snow, spray or
moisture.
❑ Suitable temperature for charging the batteries: -10°C up to +40°C.
❑ The use of an accessory that has not been sold by Sunrise Medical, or that does not have Sunrise
Medical's approval, may result in the risk of fire, electrocution, or personal injury.
❑ Make sure the cable is laid out in such manner that it cannot be stepped on, that it cannot be tripped
over, and that it is not exposed to damage or stress.
❑ Extension cables should not be used unless there is no alternative. The use of the wrong extension
cable could cause fire or electrocution. If an extension cable must be used, make sure the pins of
its plug are equal in number, size, and shape to those of the charger plug, that the cable is correctly
connected.
❑ Do not use the charger if it has received a hard knock, been dropped, or if it has been otherwise damaged.
Take it to a qualified technician.
❑ Do not disassemble the charger. For repair it should always be handed over to the manufacturer. The
wrong installation could lead to fire or electrocution.
❑ Never place the charger directly on top of the battery being charged.
❑ Never leave the charger on a rug or soft surface. Always place it on a hard surface.
❑ Due to an electronic circuit of the charger, the batteries can be permanently connected without any
harm.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
❑ Never smoke, and never allow the generation of sparks or flames, in the vicinity of battery or charger.
❑ Take special care to ensure that metal tools cannot fall on the battery. A spark or short circuit could
result in the battery or other electrical component that would cause an explosion. Before working on
the battery, remove all personal effects that are metal and loose fittings from your person.
❑ When buying spare batteries, only use types which are approved by Sunrise Medical. If in doubt, consult
your Sunrise Medical service agent.
3. Tyre pressure: It is important to check inflation pressure regularly, along with the state of wear of
the tyres. The maximum pressure recommended for the front wheels is 36 psi (2.5 bars), while for the
rear wheels it is 40 psi (2.7 bars). Caution: never inflate the tyres with a service station air pump. It is
recommended that you use a manual pump or a pressure regulator (manometer).
4. Kerb climber
Climbing kerbs
1. Go forward to the kerb at a low and uniform speed.
2. When the kerb climber meets the kerb, the wheelchair should be moving slowly. Low
kerbs can be climbed from a stationary position.
3. Allow the motors sufficient power to raise the front of the chair so that it will be supported
on the kerb. Then release a little more power and increase speed so that the driving wheels
climb the kerb smoothly and without interruption. As far as possible, hold the joystick in
forward-drive position.
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