Choose the Right Chair & Safety Options

I V . N O T I C E — R E A D B E F O R E U S E

A. CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHAIR & SAFETY OPTIONS

Quickie provides a choice of many wheelchair styles to meet the needs of the wheelchair rider. However, final selection of the type of wheelchair, options and adjustments rests solely with you and your health care advisor. Choosing the best chair and set-up for your safety depends on such things as:

1.Your disability, strength, balance and coordination.

2.The types of hazards you must overcome in daily use (where you live and work, and other places you are likely to use your chair).

3.The need for options for your safety and comfort (such as anti-tip tubes, positioning belts, or special seating systems).

B.REVIEW THIS MANUAL OFTEN

Before using this chair you, and each person who may assist you, should read this entire manual and make sure to follow all instructions. Review the warn- ings often, until they are second nature to you.

C.WARNINGS

The word "WARNING" refers to a hazard or unsafe practice that may cause severe injury or death to you or to other persons. The "Warnings" are in three main sections, as follows:

1.V — GENERAL WARNINGS

Here you will find a safety checklist and a summary of risks you need to be aware of before you ride this chair.

2.VI — WARNINGS — FALLS & TIP-OVERS

Here you will learn how to avoid a fall or tip-over while you perform daily activities in your chair.

3.VII — WARNINGS — COMPONENTS & OPTIONS

Here you will learn about the components of your chair and options you can select for safety. Consult your authorized Quickie supplier and your health care advisor to help you choose the best set-up and options for

safe use.

Note: Where they apply, you will also find "Warnings" in other sections of this Manual.

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Heed all warnings in this section. If you fail to do so a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.

A. WEIGHT LIMIT

NEVER exceed the weight limit of 250 pounds (113.6 kilograms) for combined weight of rider and items carried. This may cause the chair to fail.

B. WEIGHT TRAINING

NEVER use this chair for weight training if total weight (rider plus equipment) exceeds 250 pounds. This is likely to damage seat, frame and fasteners and will void the warranty.

C. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CHAIR

Every wheelchair is different. Take the time to learn the feel of this chair before you begin riding. Start slowly, with easy, smooth strokes. If you are used to a different chair, you may use too much force and tip over.

D. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT

1.BEFORE riding, you should be trained in the safe use of this chair by your health care advisor.

2.Practice bending, reaching and transfers until you know the limit of your ability. Have someone help you until you know what can cause a fall or tip-over and how to avoid doing so.

3.Be aware that you must develop your own methods for safe use best suited to your level of function and ability.

4.NEVER try a new maneuver on your own until you are sure you can do it safely.

5.Get to know the areas where you plan to use your chair. Look for hazards and learn how to avoid them.

6.Use anti-tip tubes unless you are a skilled rider of this chair and are sure you are not at risk to tip over.

E.SAFETY CHECKLIST Before Each Use Of Your Chair:

1.Make sure the chair rolls easily and that all parts work smoothly. Check for noise, vibration, or a change in ease of use. (They may indicate low tire pressure, loose fasteners, or damage to your chair.)

2.Repair any problem. Your authorized Quickie supplier can help you find and correct the problem.

3.Check to see that both quick-release rear axles are locked. When locked, the axle button will "pop out" fully. (See p. 21) If not locked, the wheel may come off and cause you to fall.

4.If your chair has anti-tip tubes, lock them in place. Note: See p. 21 for times you should not use them.