Manuel d'utilisation / d'entretien du produit F45 du fabricant Sunrise Medical
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 daunt.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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Un point important après l'achat de l'appareil (ou même avant l'achat) est de lire le manuel d'utilisation. Nous devons le faire pour quelques raisons simples:
Si vous n'avez pas encore acheté Sunrise Medical F45 c'est un bon moment pour vous familiariser avec les données de base sur le produit. Consulter d'abord les pages initiales du manuel d'utilisation, que vous trouverez ci-dessus. Vous devriez y trouver les données techniques les plus importants du Sunrise Medical F45 - de cette manière, vous pouvez vérifier si l'équipement répond à vos besoins. Explorant les pages suivantes du manuel d'utilisation Sunrise Medical F45, vous apprendrez toutes les caractéristiques du produit et des informations sur son fonctionnement. Les informations sur le Sunrise Medical F45 va certainement vous aider à prendre une décision concernant l'achat.
Dans une situation où vous avez déjà le Sunrise Medical F45, mais vous avez pas encore lu le manuel d'utilisation, vous devez le faire pour les raisons décrites ci-dessus,. Vous saurez alors si vous avez correctement utilisé les fonctions disponibles, et si vous avez commis des erreurs qui peuvent réduire la durée de vie du Sunrise Medical F45.
Cependant, l'un des rôles les plus importants pour l'utilisateur joués par les manuels d'utilisateur est d'aider à résoudre les problèmes concernant le Sunrise Medical F45. Presque toujours, vous y trouverez Troubleshooting, soit les pannes et les défaillances les plus fréquentes de l'apparei Sunrise Medical F45 ainsi que les instructions sur la façon de les résoudre. Même si vous ne parvenez pas à résoudre le problème, le manuel d‘utilisation va vous montrer le chemin d'une nouvelle procédure – le contact avec le centre de service à la clientèle ou le service le plus proche.
