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The owner of this chair is responsible for makiing sure that it has been setup and adjusted by a trained service
professional under the advice of a healthcare advisor. Service or adjustments should only be done with the
advice of a healthcare professional. Always use parts and accessories that have been recommended and
approved by Sunrise Medical when servicing this chair.
A. DEALER SERVICE INTRODUCTION
1. At least once per year, this chair should have a complete inspection, safety check, and regular service
made by an authorized dealer.
2. If you have discovered a worn, bent, or damaged part, repair or replace them with recommended parts
before returning this chair to service..
3. All major maintenance and repair work should be done by the authorized dealer.
B. CRITICAL MAINTENANCE TIPS
1. Torque settings:
A torque setting is the optimum tightening which should be made on a particular fastener. It is important to use
proper torque settings where specified. When not specified, torque settings should be 60 in-lbs
2. Dealer Service and Adjustment Reference materials:
Go to www.sunrisemedical.com for parts manuals, instruction sheets, and instructional videos that will aid in the
repair of the Quickie/Zippie Family of wheelchairs.
C. CLEANING
1. Paint Finish
a. Clean the painted surfaces with mild soap or detergent.
b. Protect the paint with a coat of non-abrasive auto wax.
2. Axles and Moving Parts
a. Clean around axles and moving parts with a slightly damp (not wet) cloth.
b. Wipe off or blow away any fluff, dust or dirt on axles or moving parts.
c. DO NOT USE 3 in 1 oil, or WD-40 ® for lubrication. Only use Teflon based Lubricant when working on
this wheelchair.
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D. REAR AXLE
1. Rear Wheel Axle Adjustment
Tight axle sleeves should be maintained for proper performance of the wheelchair.
a. To adjust the axle (A) you will need a 3/4" wrench (B) to turn the outside axle nuts (C).
b. You will also need a 1/2" wrench to hold the the opposite end of the axle (D), and prevent the axle from
turning, while you are adjusting the nut.
c. Turn the outside axle nut clockwise to tighten.
d. There should only be zero to ten thousandths of an inch (.010") of play.
2. Moving the Rear Axle for Weight Distribution
Weight distribution between the front and rear wheels is primarily adjusted by moving the rear axles forward or
rearward on the frame. Moving the axles REARWARD provides better forward and rearward tipping stability.
Moving the axles FORWARD shifts more of the rider's weight onto the REAR wheels, providing the following
benefits: the front end of the wheelchair becomes lighter, thus reducing the turning effort, and with a shorter
wheelbase the turning radius is reduced.
CAUTION - Moving the Rear axles can effect the stability of the device ALWAYS check stability with the rider
before putting the chair into service
IMPORTANT NOTE– The axle adjustment on each side of the chair should be equal.
NOTE– Use a torque setting of 120 in.-lbs. When setting-up the axle plate.
NOTE– The frame must be kept horizontal when height adjustments are made. Refer to matrix in the ordering
guide for proper setting.
3. Axle Position Adjustment
a. Remove both wheels from the chair.
b. Remove the bolts (E) from the axle plate (F) on both sides of the chair.
c. Reposition the axle plate in desired position.
d. Insert and tighten bolts (E).
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IX. DEALER SERVICE &
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ADJUSTMENT.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
1. Imperial Hex key set
2. Metric Hex key set
3. Imperial Open-end Wrench set
4. Metric Open-end Wrench set
5. Torque wrench
6. Imperial Hex bit Socket set
7. Metric Hex bit Socket set
8. Phillips and Flat screwdrivers
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