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12022-12023-INS-LAB-RevD18 3

1  INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing an Everest & Jennings product. We at GF Health Products, Inc. wish to 
assure you of our continuing commitment to provide innovation and quality in our products. 
Important safety, operating, and maintenance instructions that warrant the attention of both 
user and attendant are included in this operation manual. Read the entire manual carefully 
before operating your new Rehab Shower Commode, keep it handy for future reference, and 
refer to it as often as necessary to help maintain good performance standards.
Consult your healthcare professional and GF authorized distributor for assistance in 
developing and learning safe and effective techniques for performing your daily activities 
according to your individual physical abilities and needs, and to make certain that your Rehab 
Shower Commode is properly prescribed and adjusted for your use.
The safety precautions in this manual are general warnings intended to be used only as 
basic guidelines. You may find it necessary to develop your own methods for safely solving 
frequently encountered challenges. Again, consult your professional medical advisors for their 
recommendations about safety methods, and never hesitate to ask for their assistance.
Your Rehab Shower Commode should receive frequent, regularly scheduled maintenance, 
including an inspection of the mechanical parts, to ensure proper operation. Some suggested 
inspection procedures, troubleshooting procedures, and adjustment procedures are included 
in this manual. When it comes to service and repair, remember that your GF authorized 
distributor knows your Rehab Shower Commode best.
The person performing adjustments on the Rehab Shower Commode has the responsibility 
of making certain that the user can safely operate the Rehab Shower Commode with the 
adjustments selected. This person must evaluate the user's ability, weight, physical condition, 
the environment in which the Rehab Shower Commode will be used, and the terrain over which 
the Rehab Shower Commode will travel.

INTENDED USE

The Rehab Shower Commode is a manual folding wheelchair suitable for frequent users 
who require a lightweight, portable wheelchair, fitted to their anatomy, without the need of 
customization or alteration to the center of gravity. The Rehab Shower Commode is intended 
for indoor use as a personal hygiene device and may be positioned over a standard toilet or 
used as a portable, self-contained commode. The Rehab Shower Commode is not intended for 
outdoor use.
When equipped with 24" rear wheels, the Rehab Shower Commode is intended to be a self-
propelled wheelchair.
When equipped with rear casters, the Rehab Shower Commode is intended to be propelled by 
an attendant at all times, who should remain behind the Rehab Shower Commode when the 
user is being positioned or the Rehab Shower Commode is in use.

STATEMENTS OF SIGNIFICANCE

Please note the following special statements, used throughout this manual, and their significance:

 WARNING: Indicates a potential hazard situation or unsafe practice that, if not avoided, could 

result in death or serious injury.

 CAUTION: Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice that, if not avoided, could result in 

minor or moderate personal injury.

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  NOTICE: Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice that, if not avoided, could result in 

product or property damage.

Info: Provides application recommendations or other useful information to ensure that you get the 
most from your product.

Summary of Contents for 12022010

Page 1: ...mmode user and attendant Read this manual before operating the Rehab Shower Commode Save this manual for future reference The most current version of this manual can be found online at www grahamfield...

Page 2: ...S OF SIGNIFICANCE 3 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4 WARNINGS 4 3 OPERATION 6 GETTING STARTED 6 ASSEMBLING THE REHAB SHOWER COMMODE 6 OPERATION 8 OPERATING THE WHEEL LOCKS 8 REMOVING AND INSTALLING DE...

Page 3: ...ower Commode best The person performing adjustments on the Rehab Shower Commode has the responsibility of making certain that the user can safely operate the Rehab Shower Commode with the adjustments...

Page 4: ...st always be behind and in control of Rehab Shower Commode when user is being positioned or Rehab Shower Commode is in use WARNING Do not operate the Rehab Shower Commode on streets or roadways WARNIN...

Page 5: ...the Rehab Shower Commode void the warranty and create a hazardous condition resulting in serious personal injury WARNING Do not lean on the Rehab Shower Commode or use it as a walker these are practic...

Page 6: ...river Open Rehab Shower Commode Tilt Rehab Shower Commode slightly to one side and push down on seat rails Install the Back and Upholstery Assembly 1 Before installing the Back Assembly you must first...

Page 7: ...the seat stop Lower the other side of the seat until it rests on the seat rails 5 Lift the seat rails about an inch to allow the remaining hooks to engage the seat rails then push down on the seat to...

Page 8: ...rm in front and rear sockets press down on front arm socket release button and slide arm down into socket until it locks into place WARNING Ensure arms are locked in place before occupying or operatin...

Page 9: ...irmly attached to push handles before assisting user with Rehab Shower Commode Slippage of hand grips could cause personal injury or Rehab Shower Commode damage If hand grips are loose or in unstable...

Page 10: ...hat could cause the Rehab Shower Commode to stop abruptly suddenly pitch forward or tip sideways WARNING Avoid changing direction while descending a ramp or incline as this could cause instability Ram...

Page 11: ...ser that you will be tilting backward and remind the user to lean back 4 Tilt the Rehab Shower Commode back to its balance point and lift up by the push handles while pulling the Rehab Shower Commode...

Page 12: ...CES Check the crossbraces to ensure that the bolts and nuts that fasten the crossbraces in the center of the Rehab Shower Commode are secure crossbraces should be loose enough to fold easily yet snug...

Page 13: ...seat out of the chair 2 The chair can now be folded completely Remove commode pail Slide commode pail out from bracket below seat Fold the Rehab Shower Commode Remove footplates Tilt the Rehab Shower...

Page 14: ...personal injury Do it yourself maintenance You can do many of the scheduled maintenance tasks yourself if you have mechanical ability and a few basic tools Refer to the maintenance schedule below for...

Page 15: ...the frame every three months with a mild soap and water solution The frame does not need to be waxed Do not use solvents abrasive waxes caustic chemicals or spray silicone Padded commode seat clean pa...

Page 16: ...or sharp edges or cracks which could weaken the arm and replace if found Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten arm pad mounting screws Check for burrs on the screw heads and replace if found Ensure th...

Page 17: ...tion of your Rehab Shower Commode including maintenance servicing and safety checks should be performed by a GF authorized distributor at least once every six months WARNING Unauthorized modification...

Page 18: ...nature including but not limited to casters filters fuses gaskets lubricants and charts 4 Accessories or parts not provided by GF 5 Charges by anyone for adjustments repairs replacement parts installa...

Page 19: ...statement significance 3 Intended use 3 Introduction 3 L Limited warranty 18 M Maintenance 14 N NOTICE statement significance 3 O Operation 6 P Padded commode seat cleaning 15 Padded seat install 7 Pl...

Page 20: ...und on our website www grahamfield com 2014 GF Health Products Inc All Rights Reserved E J Everest Jennings and Graham Field are trademarks of GF Health Products Inc One Graham Field Way Atlanta GA 30...

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