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To clean the liner, use a damp, soapy cloth.

Terry cloth

Wash at 30 ˚C maximum. At the end of the washing cycle, place in a warm environment and allow 
to dry naturally. 

Do not 

tumble dry 

or

 bleach. Bleach damages the material and tumble-drying 

could cause it to shrink.

Plastic shell

Use a damp, non-soapy cloth to clean both the inside and the outside surfaces.

Important Reminders

Carers must be aware of the following information:

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The Kato Plus is a custom-made device to be used only by the person it was made for.

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If the user has marking on the skin or becomes uncomfortable when in the seating system, 
contact the wheelchair service provider.

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The Kato Plus must be used only with the wheelbase it was made for. If a different wheelbase 
is going to be used contact the wheelchair service provider for help and advice.

• 

Maintenance and adjustments (other than those shown in these instructions for use) must be 
carried out only by the wheelchair service provider.

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Do not

 modify the Kato Plus.

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Do not install non-Blatchford components on the Kato Plus without the prior agreement of the 
wheelchair service provider.

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The Kato Plus is not designed for use as a car safety seat.

Take care at all times when using the Kato Plus.
Take particular care when negotiating slopes, difficult surfaces or other obstacles.

Further Information 

Please contact your healthcare professional if you have further questions about any of the 
following:

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Finding out which seating accessories are available

• 

Modifying a Kato Plus to install it in a different wheelbase

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Using the Kato Plus in a motor vehicle

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Finding out information about the Kato Plus crash tests

Summary of Contents for Kato Plus

Page 1: ...KATO Plus Instructions for Use blatchford co uk...

Page 2: ...2 938407 2 0917...

Page 3: ...e Medial Thigh Support Pommel or the Anterior Knee Supports Knee Blocks 10 Adjusting the Seat Depth 10 Adjusting the Foot Support 11 Adjusting the Posture Belt and the Posture Harness 11 Adjusting the...

Page 4: ...use Safety Information This warning symbol highlights safety information which must be followed carefully The Kato Plus should be installed and adjusted only by a qualified clinician or seating engine...

Page 5: ...cle refer to the instructions for use that are supplied with the wheelbase Always remove the moulded tray before using the Kato Plus in a motor vehicle In the event of a vehicle impact knee blocks cou...

Page 6: ...e sure that the retaining straps are not tangled or obstructed 4 Push both ends of the buckle together 5 Tighten both retaining straps by pulling the loose end of the webbing away from the buckle 6 If...

Page 7: ...mall amount of movement is normal however the seat should not lift forward 5 Repeat stages 1 3 if the seat lifts out of the interface To install the interface on a folding wheelbase Components C Inter...

Page 8: ...pport posts or the seat rail tubes of the wheelbase To attach the seat to the wheelbase 1 Press the hook onto the tube next to the VERSAlock securing clips H as shown in fig 10 and fig 11 2 Once corre...

Page 9: ...Kato Plus See page 12 for more information Thoracic Supports and Hip Supports Thoracic support adjustments The thoracic supports are positioned to suit the postural needs of the user If you feel that...

Page 10: ...o longer suitable contact the wheelchair service provider A risk assessment should be carried out in order to determine whether or not these supports should be removed before travelling in a motor veh...

Page 11: ...ies To adjust the height of foot support 2 1 Undo the locking knobs at the rear of the foot support R 2 Adjust the height of the foot support then re tighten both of the locking knobs To remove foot s...

Page 12: ...completely 2 Slide the adjustment tubes either in or out to the desired width ensuring that they remain parallel 3 Re tighten the screws To clean the tray Use a damp soapy cloth Adjusting Moulded Sand...

Page 13: ...in accordance with the WTORS manufacturers instructions Children whose mass is less than 22 kg should be transferred from their seating system into an appropriate child restraint system intended for...

Page 14: ...th safe and suitable for the needs of the user Check that all parts of the Kato Plus are working properly and that there are no signs of damage that could affect the safety of the user or their seatin...

Page 15: ...r If a different wheelbase is going to be used contact the wheelchair service provider for help and advice Maintenance and adjustments other than those shown in these instructions for use must be carr...

Page 16: ...the instructions for use supplied with the device The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by component combinations that were not authorised by the manufacturer Warranty The warranty against...

Page 17: ...17 938407 2 0917 Notes Please attach manufacturer s label here Manufacturer s Label...

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Page 20: ...ollow Blatchford BlatchfordGrp BlatchfordGrp QA Inspection Check List Technician Inspector Dimensions correct as per order Additional items supplied as per order Fabric as per order Covering as per or...

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