Raz Rehab Shower Chairs
AP / SP Models
User’s Manual
A guide to help users and caregivers in the safe usage and
maintenance of Raz Rehab Shower Chairs
20080509
Page 1: ...Raz Rehab Shower Chairs AP SP Models User s Manual A guide to help users and caregivers in the safe usage and maintenance of Raz Rehab Shower Chairs 20080509 ...
Page 2: ...AIR CLASSIFICATION BASED ON MAXIMUM USER WEIGHT AP SP 300 lbs 136 kg SAFETY WARNINGS TO CONSIDER FOR USE PURPOSES Forward Stability The front 5 casters on all models are equipped with dual locks The step on lever activates both the roll lock and the swivel lock It is essential that all casters on the shower chair be in the outward position before engaging the locks for optimal forward and lateral ...
Page 3: ...SCRIPTION OF THE RAZ SP WITH CONSIDERATION OF THE USER S ENVIRONMENT Ramps and Other Inclines Ramps and other surfaces that are not level such as slopes into wheel in showers must be tested with an attendant to ensure that they do not compromise the chair s stability A qualified healthcare professional should be consulted to assist with this process DO NOT push or pull the Raz AP up or down an inc...
Page 4: ...ded that transfers be performed on clean dry non slippery surfaces a fully carpeted surface is optimal Be aware that area rugs and shower mats can slide on floors and thereby present a hazardous surface NEVER use the footplates to assist in transfers This could cause the chair to tip The footrests should be swung to the side or removed entirely during transfers to provide unobstructed access to th...
Page 5: ...5 Casters 9 2 6 Directional Caster Locks 9 2 7 Self Propel Wheels SP Model Only 10 2 8 Anti tippers SP Model Only 10 2 9 Swing Away Lateral Supports 11 2 10 Headrest 11 2 11 Footrests 12 2 12 Chest Strap 12 2 13 Pelvic Strap 12 2 14 H Strap 13 2 15 Fasteners 13 3 0 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 3 1 Cleaning After Each Use 14 Commode Pan 14 IPAS Seat 14 3 2 Cleaning As Needed 14 Adjustable Tension Backr...
Page 6: ...ack height Z515 Adjusta back 17 back height Z510 20 back height Z515 ARMREST HEIGHT 8 5 Z505 9 5 Z506 7 9 5 Z510 8 10 5 Z515 8 5 Z505 9 5 Z506 7 9 5 Z510 8 10 5 Z515 WIDTH BETWEEN ARMRESTS 18 5 18 5 LATERAL SUPPORT adjustment range 1 2 2 5 offset 2 vertical 1 fore aft 5 1 2 2 5 offset 2 vertical 1 fore aft 5 FOOTREST ADJUSTMENT seat to footplate 16 20 5 16 20 5 CASTER TYPE AND SIZE Four dual locki...
Page 7: ...eat Options Please Note 16 Open Front Seat comes standard with the Raz Rehab Shower Chair Seat Installation All Models 1 Open the spring clips by squeezing each inward to unlatch the free end from the seat bracket 2 Slide the rear of the seat over the rear crosstube as the front of the seat is lowered onto the frame Check to make sure that the rear seat brackets hook below the crosstube 3 Lower th...
Page 8: ...fabric will sling in creating more contact with the user Adjustable Tension Backrest Upholstery Removal All Models In order to remove the back upholstery from the chair release the buckles on the straps Note The bottom two straps thread through two holes in the armrest brackets on the chair back In order to remove these it may help to raise the armrests 2 3 Armrests All Models The Raz Shower Chair...
Page 9: ...GE THE FRAME ANGLE BY CHANGING THE CASTER POSITION THE FRAME SHOULD ALWAYS BE LEVEL IMPROPER CASTER POSITIONS MAY REDUCE THE CHAIR S STABILITY AND RESULT IN TIPPING THIS HAS THE POTENTIAL TO CAUSE SERIOUS HARM TO THE USER AND OR DAMAGE TO THE CHAIR IMPORTANT 2 6 Directional Caster Locks AP SP Models The flip down directional lock keeps one rear caster aligned in a forward direction This feature is...
Page 10: ...rom a wheel by twisting it counter clockwise 2 Depress the release button and insert the quick release axle into a receiver on the axle plate until the wheel assembly rests against the receiver 3 Release the button and replace the hubcap by turning it clockwise onto the wheel 4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 for the other wheel IMPORTANT THE LOCKING BALLS ON THE END OF THE QUICK RELEASE AXLE MUST BE FULLY OU...
Page 11: ... release a lateral support pad from the rearward position 1 Grasp the pad bracket near the mounting post and lift up 2 Once released rotate the lateral pad around to the front and press down above the decal to lock the pad in place 3 Repeat for the other lateral support if desired 4 Check to ensure that the laterals are locked in place before allowing the user to rest against them ALL ADJUSTMENTS ...
Page 12: ...s completely through the tube and that the grey plastic clip is snapped securely around the outside of the hanger tube 4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 for the other footrest 2 12 Chest Strap All Models An optional one piece chest strap can be attached to any Raz model The back upholstery includes loops that are intended as strap guides To install the chest strap 1 Insert one side of the strap through both b...
Page 13: ... secure the H strap prior to use IMPORTANT ANY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE CHAIR S STRAPS SHOULD BE PERFORMED WITH EXTREME CAUTION AS THE USER S SAFETY IS DEPENDENT ON SECURE POSITIONING STRAPS 2 15 Fasteners All Models All fasteners locknuts screws and washers should be checked periodically to ensure that they are snug and do not pose risk to the user All nuts used on your Raz Shower Chair are locknuts or...
Page 14: ...r and require cleaning 3 Install the back upholstery and other positioning straps on the chair and allow to dry DO NOT dry the back upholstery in a clothes dryer or damage to the upholstery will occur 4 Install the back upholstery on the back frame and assemble all plastic buckles and tri glides onto the straps 5 Adjust the backrest upholstery straps to the desired tension Frame Armrests Footrests...
Page 15: ...STRUCTIONS AND TAKING APPROPRIATE PRECAUTIONS FOR HUMAN EXPOSURE TO CHEMICALS DURING CLEANING AND AS A RESIDUE WHEN THE SHOWER CHAIR IS IN USE 4 0 CONTACTS It is important that the Raz Rehab Shower Chair be properly assembled and all adjustments be made carefully Up to date manuals can be downloaded from www razdesigninc com For clarification of any section of this manual contact a local Raz deale...
