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General| Brand | Quickie |
|---|---|
| Model | GP Series |
| Category | Wheelchair |
| Language | English |
Contact your authorized supplier for answers to questions about wheelchair safety, use, and maintenance.
Instructions for proper disposal of the wheelchair at its end of life, adhering to local laws and environmental protection.
Identification of standard wheelchair components including frame, wheels, tires, handrims, spokes, and upholstery.
Detailed specifications for casters, armrests, axles, tires, wheel locks, and other key components.
Guidance on selecting the appropriate wheelchair based on user's disability, environment, and required features.
Emphasizes the importance of regularly reading and following the manual's instructions for safe operation.
Explanation of the term 'WARNING' and the three main sections where warnings are found.
Specifies the weight capacity of the Quickie GP Series wheelchair and consequences of exceeding it.
Defines the intended purpose of the wheelchair and warns against misuse or unauthorized modifications.
Advice for attendants and caregivers, stressing the need to read warnings and use safe body mechanics.
Warns against unauthorized accessories and their potential to compromise chair structure and safety.
Encourages users to understand their specific chair's feel and handling before riding.
Provides advice on training, practice, hazard awareness, and seeking expert guidance to prevent accidents.
Pre-use checklist to ensure the chair rolls easily and all parts function smoothly for safe operation.
Warns that modifications increase tip-over risk and advises consulting authorized dealers before making changes.
Advises caution on wet surfaces and warns against exposure to moisture, which can cause rust or corrosion.
Guidance on appropriate terrain, warning against rough surfaces that can loosen parts or cause instability.
Discourages street use and advises adherence to pedestrian laws and alertness to traffic hazards.
Instructions for safely transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle, including transit options and securing procedures.
Provides guidance for riders and attendants on seeking assistance and using safe methods for transfers and chair operation.
Explains how chair setup, rider position, and external factors affect the center of balance and tip-over risk.
Advises on maintaining stability while dressing, suggesting caster rotation and locking anti-tip tubes.
Warns about tipping hazards from curbs and obstacles, advising assistance and proper techniques for traversal.
Explains front caster lift and the importance of consulting a healthcare advisor before attempting pitch control.
Details how reaching and leaning affect chair balance, providing techniques to avoid falls or tip-overs.
Advises caution when moving backward, emphasizing slow, smooth movements and checking the path for obstructions.
Strictly prohibits the use of the wheelchair on escalators due to extreme risk of falls or tip-overs.
Provides detailed instructions and warnings for safely navigating ramps, slopes, and sidehills, including angle limits and techniques.
Offers critical safety advice and methods for performing transfers safely to prevent falls or tip-overs.
Warns of tipping hazards when negotiating curbs and steps, advising assistance and safe techniques.
Provides step-by-step instructions for attendants to safely help a rider climb curbs or single steps.
Provides step-by-step instructions for attendants to safely help a rider descend curbs or single steps.
Strongly advises against using the chair on stairs without significant attendant assistance due to high fall/tip-over risk.
Details the procedure for two attendants to safely move a rider and wheelchair up stairs.
Details the procedure for two attendants to safely move a rider and wheelchair down stairs.
Explains the function and proper adjustment of anti-tip tubes for preventing backward tip-overs.
Warns that armrests are not structural supports and should not be used for lifting the chair.
Advises on the use of cushions for pressure relief and proper seating surfaces for sling seats.
Emphasizes using correct fasteners and ensuring they are tight to prevent chair failure or damage.
Warns about footrest height, interference during transfers, and not using them for lifting or opening doors.
Discusses tire inflation, its effect on performance, and warnings about under/over-inflation.
Provides safety guidelines for using positioning belts, emphasizing proper fit and warning against misuse as restraints.
Highlights the importance of push handles for attendant control and securing grips to prevent falls.
Stresses the critical need to ensure quick-release axles are fully locked to prevent disengagement and falls.
Explains how rear wheel position affects the chair's center of balance and tip-over risk.
Clarifies that wheel locks are for stopping, not slowing, and must be fully engaged for safety.
Warns that unapproved seat systems can alter balance and affect chair stability, prohibiting transit use.
Advises on replacing worn upholstery and warns about laundering effects on flame retardation.
Describes the Tension Adjustable Backrest and warns about its effect on center of gravity and proper installation.
Recommends adjusting backrest angle only in stable positions to prevent tipping or instability.
Explains the function of caster pin locks and the necessity of engaging rear wheel locks for stationary safety.
Overview of maintenance importance, cleaning supplies, and the need for professional service for major repairs.
Highlights essential weekly and monthly checks for tire pressure, axles, and hardware for safe chair operation.
Provides instructions for cleaning the paint finish, axles, moving parts, and upholstery with recommended materials.
A checklist for weekly and monthly safety and function checks of various wheelchair components.
A chart to diagnose and solve common wheelchair symptoms like turning issues, squeaks, and caster flutter.
Step-by-step instructions for safely installing and removing the rear wheels using quick-release axles.
Guidance on inspecting and adjusting wheel locks to ensure proper engagement and prevent unintended rolling.
Instructions for installing, adjusting, and using anti-tip tubes for enhanced stability and safety.
Instructions for installing, adjusting, removing, and fitting single post height-adjustable armrests.
Details on installing, swinging away, and removing padded swing-away armrests for user convenience.
Information on the platform flip-up footplate, including how it rotates for transfers and adjustments.
Instructions for installing, removing, and adjusting swing-away hangers and footrests for optimal user support.
Guidance on properly placing and securing a cushion onto the seat sling for comfort and support.
Instructions for inserting and removing side guards, and checking for interference with other components.
Recommendations for storing the wheelchair in a clean, dry area and performing pre-use inspections.
Procedure for inspecting the wheelchair after assembly and adjustment, and troubleshooting persistent problems.
Emphasizes annual professional inspection, safety checks, and the use of recommended parts for maintenance.
Highlights the importance of torque settings and refers to online resources for dealer service and adjustment materials.
Provides instructions for cleaning paint finish, axles, and moving parts, and specifies recommended lubricants.
Details how to adjust the rear wheel axle nut to eliminate play and ensure secure wheel attachment.
Explains how rear axle position and wheel camber adjustments affect the chair's center of gravity and stability.
Instructions for adjusting the wheel base width by repositioning the axle sleeve in the frame slots.
Procedure for adjusting seat height by moving the axle plate vertically in the frame holes.
Guidance on setting up and adjusting various types of wheel locks for proper engagement and safety.
Instructions for installing and adjusting anti-tip receivers to ensure proper height and secure attachment.
Details on mounting and adjusting the fit of single-post armrest receivers for secure attachment.
Instructions for installing padded swing-away armrest receivers and adjusting their height.
Procedure for adjusting the height of swing-away footrests, ensuring adequate clearance from the floor.
Instructions for adjusting the height and rotational position of fixed front footrests.
Guidance on adjusting the angular position of aluminum angle adjustable footplates.
Instructions for adjusting the height of the platform flip-up footplate assembly.
Procedure for adjusting the height of the articulating legrest calf pad and extension tube.
Procedure for adjusting the height of the elevating legrest calf pad and extension tube.
Instructions for adjusting caster forks to change caster size or seat height.
Details on caster angle adjustment for optimal performance and caster reversibility for clearance.
Instructions for installing and adjusting the backrest tension system, including safety precautions.
Procedures for adjusting backrest height and back angle for optimal user support and comfort.
Instructions for installing sideguard hardware to attach sideguards to the wheelchair frame.
Guidance on adjusting the seat sling tension using VELCRO®-style retaining material.
Details the lifetime warranty for the wheelchair frame and cross-brace against defects, excluding abuse or improper maintenance.
Covers all other parts and components for one year, with specific terms for the Backrest Tension Adjustable.
Lists exclusions from the warranty, such as tires, upholstery, damage from neglect, or unauthorized modifications.
States Sunrise Medical's liability is limited to repair or replacement of covered parts.
Outlines the owner's responsibilities, including obtaining prior approval and paying for labor for warranty claims.
Informs consumers about their legal rights and how this warranty relates to other implied warranties.
Provides warranty information specific to Australian consumers under the Australian Consumer Law.
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