Breezy Ibis Fauteuil Roulant User Manual

: June 4, 2024
: Breezy

Breezy Ibis Fauteuil Roulant

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introduction

Congratulations on choosing your tilt-in-space wheelchair. All of our high- quality mobility products are designed to enhance independence and make your everyday life easier.

This user manual
This user manual will help you to use and maintain your wheelchair safely. Where necessary this user manual refers to other manuals as shown below:

Seating system: Refers to the user manual for the seating system.

Read this user manual and the other user manuals referred to carefully before using the product. If one of the user manuals was not included with your wheelchair, please contact your dealer immediately. In addition to this user manual, there is also a service manual for qualified specialists. If you are visually impaired, this document can be viewed in PDF format at www.SunriseMedical.eu.

For further information
Please contact your local, authorized Sunrise Medical dealer if you have any questions regarding the use, maintenance or safety of your wheelchair. Make sure you always mention the model, year of manufacture,and identification number. In case there is no authorized dealer in your area or you have any questions, contact Sunrise Medical either in writing or by telephone. For information about product safety notices and product recalls, go to
www.SunriseMedical.eu The management system of SUNRISE MEDICAL is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ISO 14001.

Symbols used in this manual

Note!
Pointing out possible problems to the user.
Caution!
Advice for the user to prevent damage to the product.
Warning!
Warnings for the user to prevent personal injury. Not following these instructions may result in physical injury, damage to the product, or damage to the environment!

Symbols in illustrations
Illustrations may include icons and numbering to indicate what needs to be done and in which order.

An arrow, as part of an illustration, indicates that the component in question moves or needs to be moved in the direction indicated.

Safety

Please note all safety instructions before starting to use the wheelchair.

Warning!
Always follow the instructions given next to the warning symbols! Not following these instructions may result in physical injury, and damage to the wheelchair or to the environment. Where possible, the warnings have been placed in the applicable paragraphs.

Temperature
If you do not use the wheelchair, ensure that it is not exposed to direct sunlight for lengthy periods of time. Certain parts of the wheelchair, such as the seat, the back, and the armrests can become hot if they have been exposed to full sunlight for too long. This may cause burns or allergic reactions to the skin.

Moving parts

Warning!
A wheelchair has moving and rotating parts. Be careful: contact with moving parts may result in serious physical injury or damage to the wheelchair.

General safety guidelines and instructions
Sunrise Medical accepts no liability whatsoever for damage or injury caused by failure to (strictly) adhere to the safety guidelines and instructions or else due to carelessness during the use, service, and cleaning of the wheelchair. Depending on the specific use circumstances, additional safety instructions may be required. Please contact your dealer immediately if you observe a potential danger during the use of the product.

Warning!
Only use the wheelchair as intended and as prescribed in this manual. Do not adjust or change the product if not promptly described. Do not use parts or add-ons which are not clearly marked as compatible with the wheelchair. In case of possible technical malfunctioning, please contact your dealer.

Indications
The variety of fitting variants, as well as the modular design, means that it can be used by those who cannot walk or have limited mobility because of:

analysis
Loss of extremity (leg amputation)
Extremity defect deformity
Joint contractures/joint injuries
Illnesses such as heart and circulation deficiencies, disturbance of equilibrium or cachexia, Neurological disease patterns, Muscle dystrophy, and Hemiplegia as well as for elderly people who still have strength in the upper body.

Contraindications
The wheelchair shall not be used without an attendant in case of:

Perception disorder
Imbalance
Loss of both arms, if not supported by a caregiver
Joint contracture or joint damage on both arms
Seating disability.

Product Description

The Ibis is a range of wheelchairs designed for users who need excellent seating posture and maximum comfort. Every model in the Ibis range has a tilt- in-space adjustment, allowing the user to rest in the wheelchair. Ibis provides a range that extends from a push wheelchair (12”/16” rear wheels) to and manual or foot-propelling wheelchair (20”/22”/24” rear wheels) for use in and around the house. As a result, a wheelchair offering maximum comfort and safety is available for every situation. Depending on the model, the user will be able to push the wheelchair or an attendant will be required to push and operate the wheelchair. The frame height of the wheelchair can easily be adjusted, ensuring an ideal seat height for everyone. Additionally, the seating system can be fully customized to satisfy the specific wishes and requirements of the individual. Ibis has been designed for:

Transport of persons to a maximum weight of 160 kg.
Use paved roads, sidewalks, and foot- and bicycle paths.
Use in and around the house.
If you use the wheelchair for other purposes than those for which it is intended, Sunrise Medical accepts no liability whatsoever for damage or injury resulting from such use other than for which the wheelchair was developed and designed.
Caution!
Please study this manual carefully before using the wheelchair.

Main components

Seat
Backrest
Seat tilt adjustment
Armrest
Legrest
Push bracket
Brake
Castor wheels
Rear wheels
Anti-tip brackets
Headrest (option)
Lap belt, to be provided by the dealer (option)

Use

Apply the wheelchair brake.
Grasp the push handles of the push bracket and squeeze the handle (A).
Push the push handles downward until the desired angle is reached.

Manually reclining backrest (by an attendant)

Squeeze (A).
Adjust (B) to the desired position while squeezing (A)
Release (A).

Manually reclining backrest (by user)

Squeeze (A).
Lean forwards or backward to adjust (B) to the desired position while squeezing (A)
Release (A).

Push handle height

Loosen (A) by one turn.
Slide (B) into the desired position.
Tighten (A).

Note!
The seat tilt adjustment cable should not be too tight.

Inspection before use
Check if the tires are sufficiently inflated before you start using the wheelchair.

Getting in and out
Forward transfer

Flipping up the central leg rest footplate
Flip up (A).

Warning!
Do not stand on the footplates. Putting your full weight on the footplates may lead to wheelchair damage and to hazardous situations, including the wheelchair tipping up.

Sideways transfer

Folding back the armrest assembly
Press (A) and fold (B) to the rear.

Warning!
Remove the tray before folding back the armrest assembly. Do not lean on the armrest when folded back.

Note!
Some versions of the controller will need to be swung aside.

Parking
12”/16” rear wheels
Apply the brake to the wheelchair by pushing the footbrake (A) downward or pulling the handle (B) backward.

20”/22”/24” rear wheels
Apply the brake to the wheelchair by pushing the handle (B) downward.

Warning!
Make sure the brake handle is pushed all the way back while driving the wheelchair so that the brake cannot be applied accidentally.
If the wheelchair is stopped on a slope, the brake should be applied to prevent the wheelchair from moving down the slope.

Warning!
As a wheelchair user, you could be vulnerable in traffic. When traveling in or across a road, keep in mind that other traffic participants may not always notice you. Keep to the applicable traffic regulations. Avoid out-of-the-way routes, so that help can be on its way quickly when needed.

Push the wheelchair (12”/16”)

Adjust the height of the push handles.
Release the brake from the rear wheels.
The wheelchair can now be pushed.

Foot propelling the wheelchair (20”/22”/24”)

Release the brake from the rear wheels.
Take the hoops of the rear wheels and push the hoops forward or backward with your hands.
The wheelchair can also be moved by foot-propelling.

Braking (20”/22”/24”) Tightly grasp both hoops.

Warning!
By braking this way, friction is caused between your hands and the hoops, which will create heat. If you brake too fast, your hands may become very hot.

Miscellaneous

Warning!

Drive carefully on slippery roads, resulting from rain, ice, or snow!
Prevent the wheelchair from coming into contact with seawater: seawater is caustic and may damage the wheelchair.
Prevent the scooter from coming into contact with sand: sand may can affect the moving parts of the wheelchair, resulting in unnecessarily rapid wear.
Do not put the wheelchair in direct sunlight: the upholstery may become too hot, which may cause burning or an allergic reaction of the skin.
Do not drive the wheelchair when you are under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication that could affect your ability to drive.
You must have sufficient eyesight to be able to safely drive the wheelchair.
Be sure that no items of clothing hang loose. These could be caught between the wheels.

Obstacles
The method described below is to be used when the wheelchair is pushed by an attendant and will make the user feel safe.

Driving up obstacles

Push the kick-tube downward and pull the wheelchair slightly backward, so that the castor wheels are released from the ground.
Push the wheelchair onto the elevation and release the kick tube.
Push the wheelchair further and lift the rear wheels over the obstacle using the push bracket.

Warning!
Always descend from a sidewalk back to front, so that the wheelchair cannot tip over and make the user fall out of the chair. Do not drive downstairs.

Slopes

Warning!
Slopes with an angle of more than 5° must not be taken. If you move the wheelchair yourself, always make sure that you hold on to the hoops, so the wheelchair cannot start to move by itself. The wheelchair is less stable on a slope. Do not drive on slopes when the seat is tilted. The attendant pushing the wheelchair must continue to push to prevent the wheelchair from moving downhill on its own accord. Apply the brake of the wheelchair if it is not pushed or not pushed hard enough.

Warning!
The wheelchair will start to move by itself, caused by gravity. If you push the wheelchair yourself, use both hands to control the speed with the hoops. The attendant pushing the chair must hold on to the push handles to apply some brake force. Prevent the wheelchair from gaining too much speed.

Settings (by a professional)

Caution!
The seat tilt range can vary depending on the way the wheelchair is adjusted.

Seat height
Before adjusting the seat height, remove as many heavy seat parts as possible (seat, backrest, etc.) to limit the weight to be lifted.

Frame width (20”/22”/24”)

Loosen the bolts (A) with a 13 mm spanner and remove them.
Put the frame tube (B) in the desired position, so that the holes are level with the frame.
Tighten the bolts (A) securely.

Position of the wheels

Warning!
Changing the position of the wheels may affect the stability of the wheelchair. Check the stability of the chair and make sure the anti-tip brackets are well adjusted. Check the brake.

12”/16” rear wheels

Put the frame on a solid base, so that the wheels are off the ground.
Remove the manual control (A).
Remove the foot bracket (B).
Loosen the nut (C) with a 19mm spanner.
Move the wheel into the desired position.
Tighten the nut (C) securely.

20”/22”/24” rear wheels

Put the frame on a solid base, so that the wheels are off the ground.
Loosen the bolts (A) with a 19 mm spanner and remove them.
Move the wheel plate (B) into the desired position.
Tighten the bolts (A) securely.

Anti-tip brackets

Loosen the bolts (B).
Put the anti-tip brackets in the desired position.
Tighten the bolts (B) securely.

Warning!
Check if the anti-tip brackets work properly.

Brake
For the various wheel sizes, specific holes are available.

Loosen the Allen bolt (D) a few turns with a 15 mm Allen key.
Put the brake in the desired position.
Tighten the Allen bolt (D) securely.

Warning!
Check the brake.
Readjust the brake, so that the brake power is sufficient.

Transport

Transport of the wheelchair (without occupant)
Parts of the wheelchair that can easily be detached should be removed when transporting the wheelchair. (& Seating system)

Remove the seat
Remove the leg rests
Remove the armrests
Fold down the backrest
Store these parts securely. Use suitable ramps for wheeling the chair in and out of the vehicle. Once the wheelchair is in the vehicle, it must be secured with an ISO 10542-approved tie-down system that is suited to the weight of that particular wheelchair including any options

The wheelchair as a passenger seat in a car

Note!
This wheelchair is crash tested according to ISO 7176-19 (2008) considering a maximum passenger weight of 160 kg. Wheelchairs are not primarily designed to be used as car seats and cannot offer the same degree of safety offered by standard car seats, no matter how securely they have been tied down in the vehicle concerned. Due attention should be paid to the following points when a transfer from the wheelchair to a standard car seat is not possible.
The wheelchair can be used as a passenger seat in a car or bus by using a 4-point integrated transport tie-down system that has been approved to ISO 10542 standards. Make sure that this restraint system is suitable to the total weight of the wheelchair. The weight of a wheelchair depends on it’s configuration. The specifications give an overview of several options and their share in the total weight. Always weigh the total chair to make sure that the right restraint system is used. The system requires tie-down rails to be mounted in the car. The chair must then always be strapped to the four tie-down points.

Warning!
Transfer to a regular car seat if possible Always ask the transporter for confirmation that the vehicle is suitably designed, insured and equipped for transporting a person in a wheelchair. Set the wheelchair in the standard position and use the headrest if the wheelchair is fitted with one. A chair with an electrical power assist must always be switched off when being transported.

Fastening the seat belt

Warning!
Use the three-point seat belt in order to reduce the risk of head and chest injuries in the event of sudden braking or a collision. Care should be taken when applying the occupant restraint. Use the seat belt as follows:

Position the belt across the hips as tightly as possible at an angle between 30° and 75°. Within these limits a steeper angle is desirable. The other part of the belt is positioned to sit across the chest and shoulder (see figure).
The seat belt should fit as tightly as possible and must not be twisted.
Ensure that the seat belt is not obstructed from having contact with the body by wheelchair parts, such as armrests or wheels (see figure).
In order to prevent injury in the event of a collision, secure wheelchair accessories to the wheelchair or remove them from the chair and secure them in the vehicle.

Warning!

The wheelchair should be in a forward-facing direction and secured in accordance with the instructions from the manufacturer of the fastening system.
This wheelchair is approved for use in cars and meets the requirements for forward-facing transport and head-on collisions. The wheelchair has not been tested for other positions in a vehicle.
The wheelchair has been dynamically tested in a forward-facing direction, with the user secured by both a pelvic and chest belt (3-point seat belt)
Both the pelvic and chest belts should be used to reduce the risk of head and chest injuries in the event of colliding with parts in the car.
In order to reduce the risk of injury to the user, tables that are fitted to the wheelchair must be:
Removed and secured separately in the vehicle, or
Secured to the wheelchair, but with energy-absorbing padding placed between the table and the user
Where possible, other wheelchair accessories should be secured to the wheelchair or removed from the chair and secured in the vehicle during transport, so that they don’t become loose and cause injury to the user in the event of a collision.
Support and positioning equipment must not be regarded as safety equipment/seat belts if they are not labeled in accordance with the requirements of ISO 7176/19-2008.
The wheelchair should be inspected by a representative of the manufacturer before being used again after any kind of collision.
No changes or replacements must be made to the anchorage points/car fastenings on the wheelchair, or to construction elements or parts of the frame without consulting the manufacturer.
When using electric wheelchairs in motor vehicles, gel-filled batteries should be used.

Maintenance

It is recommended to have your wheelchair serviced by your dealer once a year or, in case of intensive use, every six months. The table below shows the maintenance activities you can perform yourself.

Frequency	Description
Weekly	Check tyre pressure and inflate

the tyres if necessary. See 7.2.

Monthly| Clean the wheelchair. See 7.3.
Lubricate the turning system of

the seat.

Checking and inflating the tires
Inflate the tires with a foot pump or a bicycle pump, in combination with the reducing nipple included in the delivery. You can also have your tires inflated at your local petrol station.

Caution!
Make sure the tires are kept at the correct pressure. The tire pressure may never exceed the maximum value indicated on the tire.

Cleaning the wheelchair
Removing dry dirt Upholstery, metal parts and frame parts can usually easily be cleaned with a dry soft cloth.

Removing mud and other wet dirt
The dirty parts can best be cleaned by first wiping them with a wet sponge and then wiping them dry with a dry soft cloth.

Caution!
Do not use organic solvents such as thinner, benzene or white spirit. Never use abrasive or aggressive cleansers. They can scratch the wheelchair.

Troubleshooting

If there is a problem with your wheelchair, please contact your dealer.

Technical specifications

CE declaration and requirements
As the manufacturer, SUNRISE MEDICAL declares that this product conforms to the Medical Device Regulation (2017/745). The product also meets the following requirements and standards. This has been verified by independent test organizations.

Standard	Definition/description	Test dummy weight
Medical Device Regulation (EU) 2017/745	Requirements as stated in
Appendix 1 apply	n/a

NEN-EN 121823

(2009)

wheels

| Wheelchair with 20”/22”/24”

wheels

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Diameter rear wheels| inch| 12” / 16”| 20 / 22 / 24
Diameter front wheel| inch| 7”| 7
Tyre pressure rear wheels| Bar| 2,5| 7,5
Max. user weight| kg| 160| 160
Total length| mm| 1040| 1040
Total width| mm| 625| 660-700-740
Total weight| kg| 40| 42
Total weight of the heaviest part| kg| 26| 28
Static stability downward| °| 15| 15
Static stability upward| °| 15| 15
Static stability sideways| °| 15| 15
Seat tilt adjustment| °| 30| 30
Description| Unit| Wheelchair with 12”/16”

wheels

| Wheelchair with 20”/22”/24”

wheels

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Seat angle| °| 0 – 6| 0 – 6
Effective seat depth| mm| 440 – 600| 440 – 600
Effective seat width| mm| 400 – 540| 400 – 540
Seat height front| mm| 390 – 540| 390 – 540
Backrest angle| °| 89 – 128| 89 – 128
Backrest height| mm| 500 – 640| 500 – 640
Lower leg length| mm| 360 – 530| 360 – 530
Armrest height| mm| 170 – 290| 170 – 290
Front armrest (30 cm pad) to backrest| mm| 360 – 500| 360 – 500
Front armrest (40 cm pad) to backrest| mm| 390 – 500| 390 – 500
Minimum turning radius| mm| 810| 810
Ground clearance| mm| 70| 70
Push bracket height| mm| 920 – 1250| 920 – 1250

Warranty

After-sales service part: Part purchased after the initial product that is durable and may be subjected to natural wear and tear or natural contamination during normal operation within the lifetime of the product.;
Consumable part: Part that is subjected to natural wear and tear or natural contamination during normal operation within the lifetime of the product;
Client: Those who purchase the product directly from Sunrise Medical;
Corrective action: Repair, replace or refund of the product;
Dealer: Those who re-sell the product to the User;
Defect: Any circumstance due to which the product is not sound or fit to use, caused by a lack of quality of the material used to manufacture the product as well as the quality of the manufacturing process;
Option: An accessory delivered with the initial product by Sunrise Medical to extend the standard product model;
Product: Product that is delivered according to brochure or contract (e.g. wheelchair, scooter, battery-charger etc.);
Part: Part of the product that can be exchanged or replaced. This can be an option, accessory, service part or consumable part;
Returns: Product or part that needs to be returned;
RMA-process user: Process to return goods, contact your dealer;
RMA-process client: Process to return goods, contact Sunrise Medical’s Customer Service;
User: Those who use the product;
Warranty: The rights and obligations set forth in this document;
Warranty period: The period of time during which the warranty is valid;
Warranty provider: Sunrise Medical.

Notwithstanding the rights and obligations of Sunrise Medical, Client, and User set forth in Sunrise Medical’s general terms and conditions of sale, the rights of the Client and/or User towards Sunrise Medical in case of defects are limited to the provisions set forth in this warranty. For the duration of the warranty period, Sunrise Medical guarantees that the product is without defects. In case of any defects, the User is required –within two weeks after the discovery of the defect- to contact the dealer. He has to complete a return form and return the product or part via the RMA process. Sunrise Medical will, at its sole discretion, take the corrective action it seems fit under the given circumstances within a reasonable period of time (depending on the nature of the claim) from receipt of the completed return form. The warranty period will not be extended after corrective action.

Warranty period table

Description| Warranty period| Examples include, but are not limited to the parts mentioned below
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Frame| 2 years| Weldment/frame
After sales service parts| New: 1 year after invoice Repaired: 90 days after invoice| ****

Brakes

Consumable parts

| ****

40 days after invoice

| Seat- and back textiles, wheels, griphandles etc.
Options/ Accessories| 2 years| Headrests, legrests, drum brake etc. Delivered with the initial product

Sunrise Medical will only accept shipment costs and corrective costs related to the warranty on the equipment during the warranty period.
This warranty will void in case of:

The product and/or its parts being modified;
Changes in cosmetic appearance by use;
Failure to observe the instructions for use and maintenance, use other than normal use, wear and tear, negligence, collateral damage by the neglect of earlier symptoms, overloading, third-party accidents, non-original parts used, and defects not caused by the product;
Circumstances beyond our control (flood, fire, etc.).
Tires and inner tubes
Batteries (covered by the battery manufacturer’s warranty).

Clients and/or Users have legal (statutory) rights under applicable national laws relating to the sale of consumer products. This warranty does not affect statutory rights you may have nor those rights that cannot be excluded or limited, nor rights against the entity from whom the product was purchased. Clients may assert any rights they have at their sole discretion.

Labeling
Markings on the wheelchair
For markings used on the wheelchair, see the figures.

Note!
Never remove or cover up the markings, symbols, and instructions affixed to the wheelchair. These safety features must remain present and clearly legible throughout the entire lifespan of the wheelchair.

Product reference

Seat tilt adjustment
Backrest recline with gas spring (option)
Transport brackets
Identification plate
Tyre pressure rear wheels

Accessories

Lap strap (short or long)
Cane/crutch holder for 2 walking canes
Spoke protectors
Anti-tip bracket, flip-up

Available power assist systems:

wheel drive
PowerSupport
PowerDrive

See our website or contact your Sunrise Medical dealer for more accessories and spare parts.

Additional Information

Note!
Notice to the user and/or patient: Any serious incident that has occurred in relation to the device should be reported to the manufacturer and the competent authority of the Member State in which the user and/or patient is established.

B4Me special adaptations
Sunrise Medical strongly recommends that in order to ensure that your B4Me product operates, and performs as intended by the manufacturer; all the user information supplied with your B4Me product is read and understood before the product is first used. Sunrise Medical also recommends that the user information is not discarded after reading it, but it is kept safely stored for future reference.

Medical Device Combinations
It may be possible to combine this Medical device with one or more other Medical devices or other products. Information on which combinations are possible can be found at www.Sunrisemedical. co.UK. All combinations listed have been validated to meet the General Safety and Performance Requirements, Annex I Nr. 14.1 of the Medical Device Regulation 2017/745.

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