Arms –
The arms of the commode can be flipped up and back to aid in
transfers or access by caregivers for bathing. The arms will stay raised
when raised all the way.
When doing a side transfer to or from the commode only the arm on the
side the transfer is being done on should be raised.
Seat Belt –
The seat belt supplied with the
commode is known as a side release seat belt.
To undo the buckle simply depress both release
tabs at once and pull the two sides apart.
To do up the seat belt insert insert the prongs
into the receiver until they click into position.
Foot Rests
– The foot rests can be
removed by pushing the release lever (1)
swinging the footrests out to the side, or
into the middle, and lifting straight up.
To replace the foot rests, lower the foot
rest pivot plug (2) into
the commode seat frame holes (3) from the side on the center
of the seat and swing the footrests to the front until they lock
into position.
Casters –
The 190 shower commode come standard with 4
locking 5” swivel casters that allow the commode to be turn a
full circle in its own length and be pushed in any direction
required. This is particularly important feature when the
commode has to be used in areas where there isn't much
room for manoeuvring.
To lock the casters the caregiver uses
their steps on the lock lever (1).
To release the wheel lock the caregiver
pushes down on the release lever (2) with
their foot.
When the casters are in the locked
position the swivel feature also locks for safety.
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