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Safari Tilt

Tilt-In-Space Position Tilting Chairs

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User and Service Manual

SAVE THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

Summary of Contents for Convaid Safari Tilt

Page 1: ...Safari Tilt Tilt In Space Position Tilting Chairs ENGLISH User and Service Manual SAVE THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING...

Page 2: ...ther language or computer language in any form or by any means electronic mechanical magnetic optical chemical manual or otherwise without the prior written consent of Convaid Use only Convaid accesso...

Page 3: ...1 Full Torso Swing Away Vest Support 12 Footplate Adjustment 12 Seat To Footplate Height Adjustment 12 Footplate Depth Adjustment 13 Legrest Adjustment 13 Foam Wedges 14 Angle Adjustable Footplates 14...

Page 4: ...l Pelvis And Thigh Support Cushion 20 Fitting Guide 21 Caution 21 Accessories Upper Extremity Support Surface Tray 22 Headrest Cover Canopy 23 Utility Bag 23 Transit Models Bus Transport Models 24 Fab...

Page 5: ...video instructions are also available for reference purposes DEFINITION OF SYMBOLS Indicates the need for the user to consult the instructions for use for important cautionary information such as warn...

Page 6: ...and any accessories or adjustments rests solely with the user and their health care provider Some important factors to consider when choosing a configuration include but are not limited to 1 The user...

Page 7: ...Safari Tilt Size Model No 12 SFT12 14 SFT14 16 SFT16 18 SFT18 Setting Up Step 1 Unfasten closure strap Fig 1 Step 2 Pull up on the side locks and raise the elevating legrests until they are at a 90 1...

Page 8: ...seat then pressing down onto Velcro Fig 5 Fig 5 Step 7 Swing footplates forward or attach one piece footplate Fig 7 Fig 7 Fig 4 Step 4 Push down with your foot on therear lock brace until it is in th...

Page 9: ...race and bring the chair to the most upright position until you hear a click Fig 10 Fig 10 Step 2 Flip up armrests Fig 11 Fig 11 Step 3 Remove seat cushion Fig 12 Fig 12 Step 4 Swing footplates to the...

Page 10: ...front of chair and push down on tubing above front tires until chair is folded Fig 16 Fig 16 Step 7 For a more compact fold pull up on slide lock and fold the elevating legrests toward the front of ch...

Page 11: ...rs If chair has tilt only release lock by squeezing trigger on both handles Tilt to desired angle and release triggers To Recline Tilt chair slightly Release lock by squeezing trigger on right handle...

Page 12: ...uld help to facilitate posture or consult your physical therapist Improper seating can create problems with posture Please consult your child s physical therapist or doctor for additional guidance Sea...

Page 13: ...rom seat fabric Unsnap the fabric from the back of the seat Remove screws from adjust ment holes on sides of seat frame and slide seat tube to desired position Reattach screws and snaps and replace se...

Page 14: ...ally fold the chair to relieve fabric tension To change remove bolt and remount the seat tube using the hole provided in the seat back tube Fig 27 90 lower hole 95 upper hole Note Be sure to replace t...

Page 15: ...s To Buckle Slip the metal buckle on the belt strap into the crotch strap clasp Fig 28 To Release Press the red button on the clasp and pull out the buckle Fig 28 The crotch strap can be adjusted by t...

Page 16: ...o and shoulder straps that screw into the seat back Adjust side straps for proper fit Fig 31 The Safari comes standard with a one piece footplate which is non folding and non elevating Fig 32 Elevatin...

Page 17: ...table footplate depth Use a hex key to loosen the two bolts located on the top of the footplate Slide footplate forward or rearward to desired depth Retighten bolts Fig 36 Pull down on slide lock Swin...

Page 18: ...r to correct posture Fig 38 41 Angle adjustable footplates can be moved fore and aft sideways and rotated vertically and horizontally To adjust the angle loosen the bolts on the footplate and move to...

Page 19: ...shown in Fig 47 then bolt strap to underside of footplate Fig 46 Fig 47 Footplate Secure Strap Calf Panel The securement strap holds individual footplates together to prevent them from flippimg up an...

Page 20: ...positioning It can be pulled to one side for scoliosis correction if used with scoliosis strap Scoliosis strap comes standard with all trunk supports Fig 51 The trunk support is attached to the chair...

Page 21: ...under seat tubes Fig 55 Lateral Thigh Support Adductor Pulls thighs together improving hip alignment and stabilizing seating position Degree of adduction can be varied and can favor one side Fold the...

Page 22: ...ng the straps around the frame and securing at the back of the chair Secure headwing height by tying laces to the chair frame headrest extension or through the grommet holes in the back of the seat fa...

Page 23: ...oam resists deterioration is not temperature sensitive and retains support for stability and comfort Layer 3 The soft easy to clean Neoprene Darlexx cover features omnidirectional stretch that helps r...

Page 24: ...pelvis This provides improved stability and reduces sacral sitting Fig 63 Safari Support General Use Cushion Flat foam with wooden insert Fig 62 Promotes stability and posture control and provides com...

Page 25: ...the cushion Proper footrest adjustment will enhance sitting comfort and help lower peak sitting pressures CAUTION Installing a cushion on a wheelchair may affect the center of gravity and cause the w...

Page 26: ...ay mount and extend until locked into position You may need to turn the tube slightly to snap the spring button into the hole Fig 66 3 3 Holding tray in both hands squeeze black handles and slide onto...

Page 27: ...cket rod Fig 68 Folding Canopy 1 Peel back fringe of canopy Fig A 2 Push down on pivot to begin fold Fig B 3 Complete fold Release knob and fold down metal rods Fig C The Utility Bag is for storing es...

Page 28: ...SAE J2249 3 The wheelchair tiedown straps are to be securely attached from the vehicle floor points to anchor points on the chair All Convaid anchors are clearly identified by their red color 4 The oc...

Page 29: ...cturer and does not offer wheelchair tiedown and occupant restraint systems WTORS However products that comply with current WTORS standards can be obtained from the following companies that specialize...

Page 30: ...26 CONVAID USER S GUIDE Miscellaneous Wheels Locking and Unlocking Hand Wheel Locks To lock pull down on handle Fig 73 To release lock pull up on handle Fig 74 Fig 73 Locked Fig 74 Unlocked...

Page 31: ...available Chair model and size Wheel size Tire type ribbed or knobby Pneumatic Tire Sizes Size 6 Size 121 2 Dimensions Dimensions 1 1 4 x 6 1 1 4 x 12 1 2 Front Rear Solid Tire Sizes Size 6 Size 6 Si...

Page 32: ...re on the rear wheels If wheel rotates adjust tension by turning the adjustment nut until wheels no longer rotate while locked Fig 75 Caution Wheel lock adjustment should be inspected periodically If...

Page 33: ...separated into plastic rubber steel aluminum etc and set aside for recycling Suitable Environment The chair is intended for both indoor and outdoor use If the chair is used in the rain the excess wate...

Page 34: ...ou can to the location you are transferring to Rotate the front casters until they point forward Engage the parking brake before you transfer This keeps the device stable during the transfer When tran...

Page 35: ...our Convaid product visually from time to time for possible wear and tear Teflon spray should be applied to frame and moving parts to maintain easy folding and adjustment a Axles and Moving Parts Axle...

Page 36: ...fficient for basic cleaning Cleaning of wheels and brakes Wheels and brakes should be kept free of dirt or mud after each use Foreign objects could cause interference with moving parts Wipe wheels and...

Page 37: ...ction before re use Please use a non toxic biodegradable disinfectant solution suitable for surface disinfection Please check the following components for intactness before operation see MAINTENANCE C...

Page 38: ...e fold unfold instructions the chair should fold unfold smoothly without undue effort All fasteners should be secure Fasteners on moving joints should not be overtight Seat fabric should not be wide s...

Page 39: ...er normal wear and tear or damage caused by accident or misuse To exercise this limited warranty the user should first obtain a Return Authorization Number from Convaid s customer service The product...

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