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in regular use, the chair should be inspected on a bimonthly basis. The visual inspection
procedure should include at least the observation of the following fasteners:
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The bolts and nuts, which attach the casters to the chair base.
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The bolts and nuts, which attach the cylinder that positions the seat tilt.
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The bolts and nuts, which attach the chair seat to the chair base.
In addition, the visual inspection procedure should include the following parts:
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The cylinder that positions seat tilt
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The handles and cables
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The caster locks
We also recommend the visual inspection procedure include checking any installed accessories.
Functional Testing
We recommend that the chair operation be tested when unoccupied.
The testing may be as
often as each use if there is any reason to be concerned about the possibility of above normal
wear or damage to the chair’s components.
If the caregiver performing the functional testing believes that any function is not operating
correctly, the chair should be taken out of service until a satisfactory functional test can be
completed.
The caregiver performing the testing should be aware that the seat tilt operations will be
more difficult when the chair is unoccupied.
When performing repairs or maintenance, do not use any lubricants that contain solvents.
Solvents will damage many of the moving components on the chair. If necessary, a white, food
grade grease lubricant may be used on the sliding components on the chair. Do not use any
spray lubricants on any part of the Chair.
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Patient Specific Instructions WARNING
The professional caregiver responsible for the patient’s seating shall add such additional
instructions as are necessary for the safety and comfort of the patient using the chair based on
their professional experience and knowledge of the patient’s specific conditions and
requirements. These instructions form a part of the Safety Requirements for using the chair with
that patient and must be made available to all caregivers.
Safety and Handling of BRODA Chairs
This manual describes the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe
handling and maintenance of BRODA Chairs. It is important to understand, both conceptually
and physically, the handling of the chair in order to prevent any injury to body, or misuse of the
chair. The information provided here is to be regarded as a general guide and is based on
techniques that have proven to be beneficial and successful by many users.
Stability and Balance
Any activities that require movement in the chair have an effect on the center of gravity of the
chair. Therefore, it is very important not to lean forward out of the chair any further than the
