Operating Instructions cont'd
Tilting
– The tilt feature of the 190 tilt shower commode can be used for
comfort, for those users who have balance control problems or may squirm in
the seat too much to be safe when the seat is level.
This shower commode also features an anterior tilt (tilts forward) to aid in
transferring into and out of the seat.
To activate the tilt mechanism the caregiver
grasps the commode push bar and squeezes the
release lever (1). When the release lever is
squeezed, two gas struts mounted on the side
frames that hold the seat in position are released
and the seat can be positioned at the angle
wanted. Letting the release lever out will lock
the seat at the angle set.
Important:
When the
release lever is squeezed the seat will move freely. The
caregiver must have the push bar of the commode firmly grasped
when activating the release lever to prevent the seat from pitching
forward possibly injuring the user.
The user should always wear the provided seat belt for safety while
sitting in this commode.
Casters –
The 180 and 185 shower commodes 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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