Sunrise Medical Quickie IRIS Manuel D'instructions page 8

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A. CENTER OF BALANCE
The point where this chair will tip forward, back, or to the side depends on its
center of gravity and stability. How your chair is set up, the options you select and
the changes you make may aff ect the risk of a fall or tip-over.
1. The Most Important Adjustment is:
a. The position of the rear wheels. The more you move the rear wheels
forward, the more likely your chair will tip over backward.
b. The position of the carriage.
2. The Center of Balance is also Aff ected by:
a. A change in the set-up of your chair, including:
• The seat height and seat angle.
• Backrest angle.
b. A change in your body position, posture or weight distribution.
c. Riding your chair on a ramp or slope.
d. The use of a backpack or other options, and the location and amount
of added weight can change the balance of your chair.
3. To Reduce The Risk Of An Accident:
Consult your doctor, nurse or therapist to fi nd out what axle and
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caster position is best for you.
b. Consult your authorized dealer, BEFORE you modify or adjust this
chair. Be aware that you may need to make other changes to correct
the center of balance.
c. Have someone help you until you know the balance points of your
chair and how to avoid a tip-over.
d. Use anti-tip tubes.
If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
B. DRESSING OR CHANGING CLOTHES
Your weight may shift if you dress or change clothes while seated in this chair.
To reduce the risk of a fall or tip-over:
1. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible. This makes
the chair more stable.
2. Lock anti-tip tubes in place. (If your chair does not have anti-tip tubes, back it
up against a wall and lock both rear wheels).
If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
C. OBSTACLES
Riding over curbs or obstacles can cause tipping and serious bodily harm. If you
have any doubt that you can safely cross any curb or obstacle, ALWAYS ASK FOR
HELP. Be aware of your riding skills and personal limitations. Develop new skills
only with the help of a companion.
To avoid the risk of traversing obstacles:
1. Keep a lookout for danger – scan the area well ahead of your chair as you
ride.
2. Make sure the fl oor areas where you live and work are level and free of
obstacles.
3. Remove or cover threshold strips between rooms.
4. Install a ramp at entry or exit doors. Make sure there is not a drop off at the
bottom of the ramp.
5. To Help Correct Your Center Of Balance:
a. Lean your upper body FORWARD slightly as you go UP over an
obstacle.
b. Press your upper body BACKWARD as you go DOWN from a higher
to a lower level.
6. If your chair has anti-tip tubes, do not go over an obstacle without help.
7. Keep both of your hands on the handrims as you go over an obstacle.
8. Never push or pull on an object (such as furniture or a doorjamb) to propel
your chair.
If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
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VI. SAFETY WARNINGS: FALLS & TIP-OVERS
D. FRONT CASTER LIFT
Front caster lift can occur when the front wheels, ordinarily in contact with the
ground, are either intentionally, or unintentionally caused to lift from the ground
while the rear wheels remain in contact. Pitch control (partial or full) should
NEVER be attempted without consulting your healthcare advisor and making sure
that anti-tips are installed.
If you fail to heed this warning, you are at a high risk of damage to your chair, a fall,
tip-over or loss of control that may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or
others.
E. REACHING OR LEANING
If you reach or lean it will affect the center of balance of your chair. This may cause
you to fall or tip over. When in doubt, ask for help or use a device to extend your
reach.
1. NEVER reach or lean if you must shift your weight sideways or rise up off
the seat.
2. NEVER reach or lean if you must move forward in your seat to do so.
Always keep your buttocks in contact with the backrest.
3. NEVER reach with both hands (you may not be able to catch yourself to
prevent a fall if the chair tips).
4. NEVER reach or lean to the rear unless your chair has anti-tip tubes locked
in place.
5. DO NOT reach or lean over the top of the seat back. This may damage one
or both backrest tubes and cause you to fall.
6. If You Must Reach Or Lean:
a. Do not lock the rear wheels. This creates a tip point and makes a fall
or tip-over more likely.
b. Do not put pressure on the footrests.
c. Move your chair as close as you can to the object you wish to reach,
then back up alongside it. Backing up will rotate the casters forward.
d. Do not try to pick up an object from the fl oor by reaching down
between your knees. You are less likely to tip if you reach to the side
of your chair.
e. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible. This
makes the chair more stable.
f. Firmly grasp a rear wheel or an armrest with one hand. This will help
to prevent a fall if the chair tips.
If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.
F. MOVING BACKWARD
Use extra care when you move your chair backward. Your chair is most stable
when you propel yourself forward. You may lose control or tip over if one of the
rear wheels hits an object and stops rolling.
1. Propel your chair slowly and smoothly.
2. If your chair has anti-tip tubes, make sure to lock them in place.
3. Stop often and check to be sure your path is clear.
If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of
control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others..
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