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Operation
The Rifton bath chair is intended for use in a bathtub or shower. It’s adjustability and
components enable bathing or showering clients with a wide range of disabilities. The
seat and back angles adjust easily to accommodate positioning needs. Head Blocks,
chest straps, and leg straps are designed for the safety of the user, and must be carefully
adjusted for comfort and security. The bath chair legs can be placed securely in two
positions to raise or lower the bath chair prior to use.
Maintenance
This product is designed and tested for an expected life of 5 years when used and
maintained in accordance with this manual. At all times, users must ensure that the
product remains in a safe and useable condition, including regular maintenance and
inspections as specified in this manual.
To prevent structural failure, which may result in serious injury or death:
• Inspect this product and components regularly for loose or missing screws, metal
fatigue, cracks, broken welds, missing attachments, general instability or other signs of
excessive wear.
• Immediately remove this product from use when any condition develops that might
make operation unsafe.
• Do not use Rifton components or products for any purpose other than their
intended use.
• Replace or repair components or products that are damaged or appear to be unstable.
• Use only Rifton authorized replacement parts. Order information for replacement parts
is provided on the back of this product manual.
