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For user and patient safety, read and follow all warnings and instructions that apply to use of the
Bari Shower Commode™ Chair. Before using this commode, the user must know what to do to
ensure safety.
Put the patient at ease. The care provider should communicate with the patient by telling them
what they are planning to do.
Work with the patient’s doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe methods best suited to the care
provider’s abilities and those of the patient.
Always use good posture and proper body mechanics. When possible use assistive safe patient
handling devices, if necessary to manually commode or support the patient, bend knees slightly
and keep back as upright and straight as possible.
Important Safety Instructions
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The commode is to be used in accordance with each facility’s policies and procedures.
Specifications
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Exceeding the weight capacity and/or safe working load listed in the specifications could
result in patient or user injury as well as damage to equipment or other property.
Unpacking and Set-Up Instructions
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Failure to follow the set-up instructions could result in patient or user injury as well as
damage to equipment or other property.
Operating Instructions
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Failure to heed the warnings pertaining to the operation of the commode could result in
patient and/or user injury as well as damage to equipment or other property.
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Keep fingers and arms away from rotating parts when mechanisms are moving.
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The commode is for indoor use only. Only operate the commode on a flat surface.
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DO NOT use the commode near an open flame or an extreme heat source.
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Use only parts, accessories and adapters authorized by the manufacturer.
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DO NOT use the commode with any unintentionally missing or abnormal parts.
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Never let fingers or other body parts come between moving parts when operating the
commode. Doing so may cause a pinch or crush type injury.
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Follow the instructions for the commode usage to avoid a fall or injury to the patient
and/or care provider.
Proper Use of the Commode
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Reaching or leaning affects the patient’s center of balance. Follow the instructions for
patients reaching or leaning from the commode to avoid a fall or injury to the patient
and/or care provider.
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Follow the instructions for transferring patients to avoid a fall or injury to the patient
and/or care provider.
Features
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Follow the instructions for the commode to avoid a fall or injury to the patient and/or care
provider.
Safety Tips
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The commode is to be used in accordance with each facility’s policies and procedures.
