Table of contents Puma 20 Table of contents ............................6 This user manual For further information Symbols used in this manual Safety ............................7 Temperature Electromagnetic radiation Moving parts General description ........................9 Main components The user User environment ........................12 Adjustment options Obstacles Storage after use Settings ............................17...
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Puma 20 Table of contents Labelling ............................30 Accessories ..........................31 Warranty ............................32 12.1 Warranty period table...
Puma 20 For information about product safety Introduction notices and product recalls, go to Congratulations on choosing a Sunrise Medical 1.3 Symbols used in this manual mobility products are designed to enhance independence and make your everyday life Note! easier.
Safety 2.2 Electromagnetic radiation Safety The standard version of your electric Warning! instructions may result in physical injury, Note! the environment. Where possible, the radiation emanating from mobile telephones, medical apparatus and other sources, may paragraphs. 2.1 Temperature of, for example, shop doors, burglar alarm Warning! systems and/or garage door openers.
Puma 20 General description General description Comfort is of paramount importance to many A distinctive feature is the unique independent shocks, but also vibrations. 3.1 Main components 101248-05_24 4. Controller 5. Seat cushion 6. Backrest 7. Armrest 9. Headrest special chassis makes it possible for the...
General description Puma 20 3.3 The user 3.4 User environment to have cognitive, physical and visual skills. The user must be able to estimate and correct only on paved roads, pavements, footpaths and bicycle paths. The speed must be adjusted to suit the environment.
Puma 20 Use of the wheelchair 4.1 Adjustment options Mechanical adjustment options Manually elevating legrests Headrest Electrical adjustment options Electrical tilt adjustment Standard position: not tilted Warning! Use of the electrical adjustment options may result in serious physical injury or 4.2 Checking the wheelchair...
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Puma 20 Note! clothing or accessories could come into entangled. During a period of light frost, the capacity 4.3 Getting in and out of the wheelchair (transfer) Warning! Before a transfer is made, ensure that the Do not stand on the footrests. Putting...
Puma 20 4.4 Driving the wheelchair Warning! Note! Do not push the on/off button. Bear in mind that other road users may not Do not change to driving in the opposite direction suddenly. only is this uncomfortable, it could lead to the Adjust your driving style and speed to the circumstances.
Puma 20 4.5 Obstacles Warning! Driving up a kerb Avoid sudden, jerky movements. 2. Drive straight up to the kerb at a right angle Avoid making emergency stops on a slope. Avoid changing direction on a slope Do not turn on a slope.
Puma 20 Warning! operated by the attendant and never by the user. the automatic parking brake is deactivated. When the chair is no longer being pushed, immediately. 4.7 Storage after use Note! sunlight. Under such circumstances parts they can cause burns. During storage, the...
Puma 20 Settings Settings 5.1 Seating system the user. setting options are possible: options. Settings are carried out only once 2. Backrest angle 3. Armrest height options can be carried out by the user. These 5.2 Seat height adjustment options do not require the use of tools.
Settings Puma 20 5.3 Centre of gravity setting necessary to change the centre of gravity. The Caution! driving characteristics and/or its dynamic stability. 101248-05_21 department at Sunrise Medical. 5.4 Controller height and depth 5.5 Control system programme system that can be programmed by adjusting...
Puma 20 Transport Transport 6.1 Transport without occupant 1. Remove the seat 2. Remove the legrests 3. Remove the armrests Store these parts securely. Use suitable ramps 101248-05_15 6.2 Special shipping requirements regulations. Caution! Before you travel, please contact the be able to supply details of any special requirements/instructions.
Transport Puma 20 • • applicable, see Controller chapter "7 • Remove the fuse cover. Remove fuse. 6.3 The wheelchair as a passenger seat in a car with straps Note! Wheelchairs are not primarily designed to be used as car seats and cannot offer the same degree of safety offered by standard car seats, standard car seat is not possible.
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Puma 20 Transport Warning! Transfer to a regular car seat if possible. that the vehicle is suitably designed, insured and equipped for transporting a person in a Note! Ease of access to, and manoeuvrability in, provide greater ease of vehicle access and...
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Transport Puma 20 Warning! manufacturer of the fastening system. positions in a vehicle. D. Both the pelvic and chest belts should be used to reduce the in the car. • Removed and secured separately in the vehicle, or • become loose and cause injury to the user in the event of a collision.
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Puma 20 Transport Fastening the seat belt Warning! reduce the risk of head and chest injuries parts of the car. occupant restraint. • Position the belt across the hips as tightly is desirable. The other part of the belt is positioned to sit across the chest and •...
Maintenance Puma 20 Maintenance Charging the batteries ( Battery charger) Consult the user manual for the battery charger • • the charging connector on the controller. • Activate the battery charger. Consult the user manual for the battery charger. Warning! Note! the charging area.
Puma 20 Maintenance 7.4 Cleaning and desinfection Warning! Batteries contain acids. Damaged batteries Please consult the user manual for the seating system for information about cleaning the instructions on the batteries at all times. 7.3 Tyres Caution! properly, it essential that the tyres are kept at the correct pressure.
Maintenance Puma 20 7.5 Used products and the environment lifespan is approximately seven years. The environment usually be taken back by your dealer in your local authority about the possibilities for recycling or environmentally friendly disposal of the materials. components that should be disposed of as...
Puma 20 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting • • again. • securely in place. • • Check the position of the speed regulator. • Consult the troubleshooting section of the problem still persists, contact your dealer.
Requirements and test methods for impact, static and fatigue ISO 7176-8 strengths July 1998 ISO 7176-9 ISO 7176-14 ISO 7176-19 The Puma 20 meets the crash test requirements as described in 77 kg (2008) 9.2 Technical information Batteries Max. Unit...
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Puma 20 Model Puma 20 Sedeo Lite Class Description Unit Total length including legrests Electrical tilt adjustment Maximum safe slope Static stability Reversing distance 6 km/h 10 km/h km/h 6 / 10 Seat angle adjustment 420 / 440 / 460 / 480 / 500...
Labelling Puma 20 10 Labelling 10.1 Markings on the wheelchair Note! Never remove or cover up the markings, remain present and clearly legible throughout Replace or repair any markings, symbols or instructions that have become illegible or damaged immediately. Please contact your dealer for assistance.
Warranty Puma 20 12 Warranty 12.1 • After sales service part: Part purchased after the intial product that is durable and may be • • • • • • • • Part: Part of product that can be exchanged or replaced. This can be an option, accessory, service •...
Puma 20 Warranty 12.1 Warranty period table Power wheelchair Examples include, but are not limited Description Warranty period to the parts mentioned below Frame 2 years Weldment/frame Drive system* 1 year Transaxle, motor, motor brake Electronics* 1 year harness, electronic components...
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Warranty Puma 20 • • • • • Tyres and inner tubes • Clients may assert any rights they have at their sole discretion.