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All JCM seating systems should only be size adjusted by qualified professionals or suitably
trained individuals.
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The Jupiter seating system is intended to be used on a level flat floor only
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The Jupiter seating system can be moved from one working area to another but before moving:
- The seat back should be returned to the vertical or slightly reclined position.
- The seat tilt should be returned to the horizontal position.
- Heavy items on the tray and hanging items from the push handle may affect stability and should be
removed whilst moving the seating system whenever possible
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The Jupiter Seating system is intended for indoor use only although it is acceptable to take the base
externally if transferring from one indoor area to another (Note: this is subject to your own risk
assessment (slope angles, thresholds, surface roughness should be considered).
- If the Jupiter seating system is to be moved down a slope then to avoid tipping forward or running
away then the base must be reversed down.
- If the Jupiter Seating system is to be moved over a threshold then to avoid tipping the base must be
reversed over the threshold.
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After moving and during use, the seating system should be in a static position with the brakes applied.
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Whenever the user transfers themselves or is assisted to transfer forward out of the seat the brakes
must be applied and an assistant must hold the push handle to avoid forward tipping.
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When re-issuing equipment, it is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that the equipment being
supplied is appropriate for the needs of the user taking age, weight, ability, diagnosis, growth and any
other factors into account. JCM are happy by appointment to assist with review or re-assessment of
any client against intended equipment provision.
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Periodic Re-Assessment.
- Many of the features of JCM products are designed to be adjustable.
- Healthcare providers/prescribers should consider the need for periodic (re) assessment of users and
their equipment to ensure that the settings of any adjustable features or the complete product where
changes in the user, e.g. growth or other changes, or the intended use are still effective.
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Please note the stability is affected by the following, all of which should be considered during use
and when undertaking a risk assessment:
- User weight
- Seat depth
- Recline angle
- Seat tilt angle
- Seat height
- Environment (slopes and thresholds).
If you have any concerns regarding stability of your chair then please contact JCM.
Important Safety Advice
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