Sunrise Medical Quickie IRIS Manuel D'instructions page 15

VIII. USE AND MAINTENANCE
F. TO MOUNT AND REMOVE REAR WHEELS
Do not use this chair UNLESS you ensure both quick-release axles are locked. An unlocked axle may come off during
use and cause a fall.
NOTE– Axle is not locked until the quick-release button (A) pops out fully.
1. To Install Wheel
a. Depress quick-release button (A) fully. This will release tension on ball bearings at other end.
b. Insert axle through hub of rear wheel (B).
c. Keep pressure on button (A) as you slide axle (C) into axle sleeve (D).
d. Release button to lock axle in sleeve. Adjust axle if it does not lock.
e. Repeat steps on other side.
2. To Remove Wheel
a. Depress quick-release button (A) fully.
b. Remove wheel by sliding axle (C) out of axle sleeve (D).
c. Repeat steps on other side.
G. CUSHION INSTALLATION
1. Place cushion on seat pan with hook material side down. The beveled edge of the cushion should be in front,
press it fi rmly into place.
H. WHEEL LOCKS
Wheel locks are installed at Sunrise and should be adjusted by your qualified service person. Inspect wheel locks
weekly per the maintenance chart. Do not use your chair UNLESS you are sure both wheel-locks can fully engage. A
wheel-lock that is not correctly adjusted may allow your chair to roll, or turn unexpectedly. Wheel-locks must be
adjusted after making sure the tires have the correct air pressure. When fully engaged, the arm should be imbedded
into the tire at least 1/8-in to be effective. If you find the wheel locks have slipped or are not working correctly
contact your service provider for proper adjustment.
I. HUB LOCK 12
To operate Hub Lock
1. To lock rear wheels, press button (E). Lever (F) will fl ip outward. Do not engage hub lock when chair is in
motion.
2. To unlock wheels, press lever (F) back down until button (E) pops back out. Each lever operates one side of the
chair. To fully lock chair, both buttons must be pushed.
J. ANTI-TIP TUBES - REAR
Anti-tip tubes are recommended for all wheelchairs. Do not attempt to overcome obstacles on your own.
1. Inserting Anti-Tip Tubes Into Receivers
a. Press in the rear anti-tip button (G) on the anti-tip so that both buttons are drawn inside.
b. Insert the anti-tip tube into the receiver (H).
c. Turn the anti-tip tube down until front release button pops through the receiver mounting hole.
d. Insert second anti-tip tube the same way.
2. Turning Anti-Tip Tubes Up
Turn the anti-tip tubes up when being pushed by attendant, and overcoming obstacles or climbing curbs.
a. Press in the rear anti-tip tube release button (G).
b. Hold button (G) in and turn anti-tip tube up (I).
c. Release the button.
d. Repeat with second anti-tip tube.
e. Remind attendant to return anti-tips to the down position after completing the maneuver.
3. Adjusting Anti-Tip Tube Wheel
The anti-tip tube wheels may have to be raised or lowered to achieve proper ground clearance (1-1/2-in to
2-in).
a. Press the anti-tip wheel release button ( J ) so that the release pin is drawn inside.
b. Raise or lower to one of the three or six pre-drilled holes.
c. Release the button ( J ).
d. Adjust the second anti-tip tube wheel the same way. Both wheels should be at exactly the same height.
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