Adjusting the back rest angle
The back rest should not be used as a means of raising the person
on the couch.
Ensure the person can support themselves while the back rest is
adjusted. If they are incapable of supporting themselves seek
assistance while adjusting the backrest.
Ensure the backrest mechanism is firmly engaged before placing
weight on the backrest.
Raising the backrest
Lift the backrest until the desired angle is reached, and the rear latch
mechanism engages firmly.
Lowering the backrest
Raise the backrest past the top most position, and then lower the back rest
down all the way to the horizontal position.
Lowering the Side Rails
Lift the side rail at the head end, off the support, and rotate it a half turn
until it comes to rest.
Care and maintenance
WARNING
- Unplug the mains lead from the wall socket, before
cleaning the couch OR before examining any electrical parts of the couch.
Cleaning
Frame
- Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent. Use of bleach or a surface cleaner
may scowl the paint surface.
Upholstery
- Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent.
Ensure the surface is completely dry before using again.
Regular Checks
Upholstery
- Check for any signs of tearing, split seems or other forms of damage.
Handrails
- Ensure all the handrail fixings are secure, none are loose or missing.
Backrest
- Ensure both sides engage properly in the toothed rail.
- Ensure no parts are excessively worn. Check no parts are missing or broken.
Electrical
- Ensure all connectors are pushed fully home.
- Ensure the electric cables have not become worn, cut or trapped in any of the moving parts.
- The couch should be PAT
(Portable Appliance Testing)
tested regularly.
Fault diagnosis
Couch will not raise / lower:-
Check the area around the couch is free of obstacles.
Check the maximum load has not being exceeded.
Check the electrical plugs and sockets are all engaged, and are not damaged.
Check the mains lead is connected to the mains supply.
Check that the control handset is not damaged.
Back rest will not lower:-
Check backrest is positioned fully up before attempting to lower.
Check the area behind the backrest is free from obstructions.
If the problem persists, unplug the couch from the mains supply and contact your supplier.
DO NOT use the couch until the problem has been resolved.
Warranty
Sidhil Limited standard terms and conditions apply to all purchases; a copy is available from the address below.
Your statutory rights are not affected.
Sidhil Limited, Sidhil Business Park, Holmfield, Halifax, West Yorkshire HX2 9TN
Tel: +44 (0)1422 233030 Fax: +44 (0)1422 233040 Email: [email protected]
Sales Tel: +44 (0)1422 233030 Sales Fax: +44 (0)1422 233040
A Member of the
Siddall & Hilton Ltd
Group of Companies
INSTRUC/COU32, Rev 0, 25/07/06
