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D. DISTANCE FROM THE SOURCE
EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as you get closer to the source. For this reason, EMI from
E.IMMUNITY LEVEL
1.The level of EM energy is measured in volts per meter (V/m). Every power wheelchair can resist EMI up to a certain level. This is called its “immunity level”.
2.The higher the immunity level, the less the risk of EMI. It is believed that a 20 V/m immunity level will protect the power wheelchair user from the more common sources of radio waves.
3.The Quickie/Sterling Melody with the following configuration was tested and found to be immune to at least 20 V/m:
Quickie/Sterling Melody power wheelchair with a
Heed all warnings in this section. If you fail to do so a fall,
A. NOTICE TO RIDER
1.Before using this chair, you should be trained in its safe use by your health care professional.
2.Every wheelchair is different. Take the time to learn the feel of this chair before you begin riding.
3.Be aware that you must develop your own methods for the safe use of this chair that are best suited to your level of function and ability.
4.Have someone help you practice bending, reaching and transferring until you learn how to do them safely.
5.Never try a new maneuver on your own unless you are sure it is safe.
6.Get to know the areas where you plan to use your chair. Look for hazards and learn how to avoid them.
7.Do not allow additional riders on the chair, armrests or chassis. Doing so may result in injury or damage.
B.NOTICE TO ATTENDANTS
Make sure you heed all warnings and follow all instructions in each section of this manual. (Be aware that warnings that apply to the rider also apply to you).
Notes:
1.You need to work with the rider and the rider’s doctor, nurse or therapist, to develop safe methods best suited to your abilities and those of the rider.
Individuals with physical limitations requiring the use of a specialty control input device known not to be immune to 20V/m, or not known, should exer- cise extra care around known sources of EMI.
There is no way to know the effect on EMI if you add accessories or modify this chair. Any change to your chair may increase the risk of EMI. Parts from other suppliers have unknown EMI properties.
F. REPORT ALL SUSPECTED EMI INCIDENTS
You should promptly report any unintended move- ment or brake release. Be sure to indicate whether there was a radio wave source near your chair at the time. Contact: Sunrise Medical Customer Service Department at (800)
VI. GENERAL WARNINGS
2.To manually push the chair you must release the motor locks.
Make sure you have full control over the chair when you release the motor locks. When you do so the chair will not have brakes.
3.Propel this chair by the armrest supports only.
C.WEIGHT LIMIT
1.Never exceed a total weight of 250 pounds (113.4 kilograms) for rider plus items carried.
2.Never use this chair for weight training if the total weight (rider plus additional weights) exceeds 250 pounds (113.4 kilograms).
3.Exceeding the weight limit is likely to damage the seat, frame, or fas- teners and may cause severe injury to you or others from chair fail- ure.
4.Exceeding the weight limit will void the warranty.
D.CONTROLLER SETTINGS
Be aware that you may need to adjust the con- troller settings of your chair to reduce the risk of a collision, fall or
1.Check and adjust the settings every six to twelve months (or more often, if needed).
2.Consult your supplier to adjust the control settings immediately if you notice any change in your ability to:
•Control the joystick.
•Hold your torso erect.
•Avoid running into objects.
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