Sunrise Medical R2 instruction manual E n e r a l W a r n i n g s, Weight Limit

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WEIGHT LIMIT

NEVER exceed the weight limit of 250 pounds (113 kg), for combined weight of rider and items carried. If you do exceed the limit, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.

B. WEIGHT TRAINING

NEVER use this chair for weight training if total weight (rider plus equipment) exceeds 250 pounds (113 kg). If you do exceed the limit, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.

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. If you use too much force, damage to your chair, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and cause severe injury to the rider or others.

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 in which 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.

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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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 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. 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 “Anti-Tip Tubes” (Section VIII) for times you should not use them.

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.CHANGES & ADJUSTMENTS

1.If you modify or adjust this chair, it may increase the risk of a tip-over UNLESS you make other changes as well.

2.Consult your authorized supplier BEFORE you modify or adjust your chair.

3.We recommend that you use anti-tip tubes until you adapt to the change and are sure you are not at risk to tip over.

4.Unauthorized modifications or use of parts not supplied or approved by Sunrise may change the chair structure. This will void the warranty and may cause a safety hazard.

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.

G.ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

1.Use extra care if you must ride your chair on a wet or slick surface. If you are in doubt, ask for help.

2.Contact with water or excess moisture may cause your chair to rust or corrode. This could cause your chair to fail.

a.Do not use your chair in a shower, pool or other body of water. The chair tubing and parts are not water-tight and may rust or corrode from the inside.

b.Avoid excess moisture (for example, do not leave your chair in a damp bathroom while taking a shower).

c.Dry your chair as soon as you can if it gets wet, or if you use water to clean it.

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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