Owner`s manual

10 Quickie SALSA
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trigger the self protect mechanism in the control system. If this
occurs the control system will temporarily shut down to prevent
damage to the electronics or the chair.
4.17 Ramps
When using a ramp, please ensure that it is capable of
taking the combined weight of the power chair and yourself. If a
ramp is being used to load a chair into a vehicle, please ensure
the ramp is properly secured to the vehicle. Always approach
the ramp head-on and exercise caution.
Note: Please ensure your ramp is suitable for the product you
are transporting.
4.18 Transfer 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.
Note: Ensure controller is switched off during transfers to avoid
unintentional movement.
4.19 Lift and tilt modules
Please be aware that the lift and tilt modules present a
trap hazard. Make sure that when operating the tilt and lift it
is free from all clothing, hands, feet and other extremities to
prevent injury.
Do not drive on ramps or slopes with the seat tilted, reclined or
raised. Before attempting to climb or descend a slope, return to
an upright position.
The power Tilt and power Lift/Tilt modules are factory tted
for optimum stability and for conformance to strict standard
requirements. Changing the tted position of the module can
reduce the stability of the product, therefore do not change this
setting.
Risk of trapping ngers:
The protection guard secures the moving parts within the
lift / tilt mechanism. Although protected please be always
carefulnottogetyourngertrappedinthemechanism.It
is mandatory to re-install the protection guards as described in
the Salsa technical manual after any service or repairs ot the lift
/ tilt module.
4.20 Anti-tips
Make sure that anti-tips are not damaged or worn before
using your chair.
Attendants must be aware of the location of the anti-tips
to prevent feet being trapped underneath causing injury.
Attendants - Do not stand on the anti-tips, this could cause the
wheelchair to become unstable.
4.21 Use on a slope
Your wheelchair has been designed and tested to allow
its use on slopes or gradients of up to 9° (16%). However, you
have the option of adjusting your seating position with either
a lift, tilt or recline or a combination of these options, then in
certain circumstances your wheelchair could become unstable.
Before attempting to climb or descend a slope or a kerb, caution
should be taken when using weight shift options (e.g. powered
tilt or recline) of the seat and/or your body for a counter balance
weight. To improve stability lean forward when driving uphill, with
the seat and back in an upright position. Alternatively sit in an
upright position when travelling in a forward, downhill direction
or tilt and/or recline the seat backwards.
We strongly recommend that you return the seat and back
to an upright lowered position before attempting to climb
or descend a slope. Failure to do this may cause the
wheelchair to become unstable.
If you are in any doubt about the capabilities of your wheelchair
on a slope then do not attempt to drive up or down the slope/
kerb; try to find an alternative route.
4.10 Tyres
Your wheelchair tyres can wear depending on use. Check
them regularly in accordance with the service instructions
in this manual, especially the pressure of the tyres.
NEVER inflate the tyres using a garage forecourt airline, always
use the pump provided.
4.11 Weight limit
• The user plus items carried should never exceed a
total weight of 140Kg
• Never use this chair for weight training if the total weight
(user plus additional weights) exceeds a total weight of
140Kg
• Exceeding the weight limit is likely to damage the seat,
frame or fasteners and may cause severe injury to you or
others from chair failure
• Exceedingtheweightlimitwillvoidthewarranty.
4 .12 W h e e l c h a i r
motors
After prolonged
use, the motors
will produce heat, which
is radiat ed through the
motors’ outer casing. Do
not touch the motors’
outer casing for at least
30 minutes after using
the wheelchair, to allow
it to cool. (
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4 . 1 3 H o t
surfaces
Not only the motors
can get hot during the
operation of the chair,
but also the upholstery
material and armrests when standing in the sun.
4.14 Wheelchair range
The range of your wheelchair can be affected by many
factors such as user weight, terrain, ambient temperature, use
of powered op tions and battery condition. The stated range in
the sales literature should be seen as the theoretical maximum
(ISO 7176; Part 4) and may not be attained by every user (also
see section 11.12. in this manual).
We recommend that every user initially limit their journey to half
the stated range, until they have confidence in the actual range
their wheelchair can attain. If your battery indicator is showing
a low charge then do not attempt a long journey unless you are
confident in reaching your destination and also returning to your
home without the risk of being left stranded.
4.15 Road 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 wheelchair 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 possible;
there may be other traffic.
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. We recommend you
take extra precautions in these conditions, particularly on hills
and slopes; your wheelchair could become unstable or skid
causing possible injury. Extreme variances in temperature may
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