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Leeway Pelvic Cradle User Manual
SECTION 01:
INTENDED USE
Leeway Pelvic Cradle (patent pending)
is a pelvic harness which provides
maximum security, stability and comfort
to wheelchair users. It secures the user
to their wheelchair at four key points,
giving them the confidence they need to
move their upper bodies freely without
fear of falling. Available in 4 sizes from
paediatric through to adult, and with 2
buckle choices, the Leeway Pelvic Cradle
can be easily attached to a wide range of
manual and powered wheelchair bases.
SECTION 02:
CERTIFICATION
Leeway Pelvic Cradle is classified as a
Class I Medical Device under EU and UK
regulations. As the manufacturer, James
Leckey Design Limited, declares that this
product conforms to the Medical Device
Regulation (2017/745), UK Medical
Device Regulations 2002, Medial Device
Directive (93/42 EEC) and EN 12182:2012
Assistive products for persons with
disability, general requirements and test
methods.
Notice to the user and/or patient: Any
serious incident that has occurred
in relation to the device should be
reported to the manufacturer and the
competent authority of the Member
State in which the user and/or patient
is established.
Note: General user advice.
Not following these instructions may
result in physical injury, damage to the
product or damage to the environment!
SECTION 03: WARNINGS
AND CAUTIONS
Warning Occupant Security
• User transfers in and out of
the product must be done with
appropriate equipment and
personnel.
• When transferring the user into the
product, first use the pelvic cradle to
secure the user.
• Ensure that all straps are securely
applied.
• If the user exhibits any form of
distress, remove from the product as
quickly as is safely possible.
• Ensure that the pelvic cradle is
fastened and adjusted to hold the
occupant securely in place before
moving the seat or leaving the
vicinity of the static seat.
• Users should not be left unattended
at any time whilst using Leckey
equipment.
Caution Finger Pinch Hazard
• While the user is in the product, the
carer should strive to keep product
adjustments to a minimum.
• Take care when assembling or
adjusting the position of the product
