Med-Mizer FlexTilt FT24 User Manual Download Page 3

 

 

FlexTilt FT16-FT24 User Manual 

 

Revision 06

 

MAN-FlexTilt REV06 

FlexTilt-FT20-FT24 USER MANUAL 

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Overview 

Introduction 

This manual provides instructions for use of the FlexTilt. Do not operate the chair without first 
reading and understanding the warnings and cautions provided herein. 

NOTICE: The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 

Intended Use 

The FlexTilt geriatric chair is intended to provide means for a single occupant to recline and sit, 
and to assist the occupant in moving between reclining, sitting and standing positions.  

The chair is intended for use in U.S. and Canada long and short-term care facilities, and homes. 

The chair is intended to support a safe working load of 350 lbs. (evenly distributed), which 
includes the weight of the occupant, clothing and accessories. 

The chair is intended for operation by adult users who have read and understand this User 
Manual. 

The chair is intended for use in environments where it will not get wet, and where the ground is 
stable and level. 

 

Safety Information 

 

This symbol identifies a 

WARNING

 or 

CAUTION

 

WARNING

 represents potentially dangerous situations that can lead to serious physical 

injury or death. 

 

CAUTION

 represents potentially dangerous situations that can lead to minor physical 

injury. 

 

General Use Safety 

 

WARNING

 Chair must be used as specified under the “Intended Use” heading. Use of 

the chair outside of the specified conditions may result in personal injury or equipment 
damage. 

 

 

Summary of Contents for FlexTilt FT24

Page 1: ...FlexTilt FT16 FT24 User Manual Revision 06 MAN FlexTilt REV06 FlexTilt FT20 FT24 USER MANUAL Page 1 of 13 FlexTilt Model FT16 FT20 FT24 USER MANUAL For Parts or Technical Assistance 877 867 7365...

Page 2: ...3 Specifications 5 Options and Accessories 5 Preparation for Use Unpacking 5 Operation Seat Tilt 5 Recline Position 6 Leg Elevation 6 Foot Extension Retraction 7 Pivoting Side Rail 7 Front Locking Ca...

Page 3: ...care facilities and homes The chair is intended to support a safe working load of 350 lbs evenly distributed which includes the weight of the occupant clothing and accessories The chair is intended fo...

Page 4: ...hair is being moved Unlocked casters can result in a fall hazard due to unexpected movement Options and Accessories Safety CAUTION Use only chair accessories and chair replacement parts supplied or ap...

Page 5: ...Height Adjustment Seat to the floor 17 5 18 5 19 5 Leg support extends From 15 5 16 25 17 17 75 18 5 19 25 20 Options and Accessories FTBUCK Foot Box SBFLEX Stabilizer Bars Preparation for Use Read t...

Page 6: ...iver reclines the chair the leg elevation can be adjusted once the caregiver has the chair in the desired recline position See step 3 for details 3 Leg Adjustment The leg elevation is activated by lif...

Page 7: ...st to activate the foot extensions and retraction Note Retract foot extension prior to attempting patient egress from chair 5 Pivoting Side Rail Pull side rail knob and flip rail up and towards the ba...

Page 8: ...cking When pedal is compressed the caster will no longer swivel nor will the caster turn 7 Rear Directional Steering Casters The two rear casters are directional steering casters When the pedal is com...

Page 9: ...well as adjusting the cylinder to match the height Note The chair will always be delivered in the highest position Highest Position Adjustment bracket in highest position Adjustment bracket in highest...

Page 10: ...h need adjusted when choosing a seat depth See images below Note The chair will always be delivered with the seat depth in the maximum seat depth position Cylinder in lowest position of locater bracke...

Page 11: ...ST PERFORMANCE 1 Inspect the frame for weld cracks or tears 2 Check that all bolts pins and fasteners are still in working order 3 Perform functional test on the chair 4 Inspect the casters for wear a...

Page 12: ...6776 Aluminum Blind Rivets with Aluminum Mandrel 3 16 Diameter 0 450 Long 6777 Locking Gas Springs Back K0M2KK2 100 351 300N 6778 Locking Gas Springs Tilt K0M2KK2 100 351 600N 6779 Locking Gas Springs...

Page 13: ...t its products shall be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of 3 years on the chair frame 1 year on all other components All pads are excluded from the warranty unless damaged dur...

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