V-Trak Backrest, User Manual

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Safety and transportation
1. The equipment described in this manual should be installed and adjusted by suitably
qualified professionals such as Occupational Therapists or Rehabilitation Engineers.
2. This Guide is intended for the user of the equipment and all others involved in its
application and use.
3. Like all mechanical equipment, misuse or incorrect application may cause injury to the
user and/or others.
4. Like many modular systems, it is possible to construct a configuration which exceeds
the design limits of the system. Also, its installation may affect the stability of the host
wheelchair. It is the responsibility of specifiers and issuers of the equipment to carry out a
risk assessment and to advise on the safe use and deployment of the equipment.
5. High tone/body mass and tall users may require the use of 4 point attachment
hardware and/or stabilizing accessories. Refer to pages 24-25.
6. Advanced orientation facilities such as recline and tilt-in-space will increase the loading
of the backrest and accessories. This may require additional hardware and strengthening
accessories available from your distributor. Refer to pages 24-25
7. The V-Trak system has been Crash Tested to the ANSI RESNA standards for Wheelchairs
Ref: WC19 and WC20 and is suitable for use as Seating in Transportation. When used as
seating in transportation, an adequate head support should be used for such journeys. A
wide range of V-Trak removable headrests is available from your distributor.
9. Once a V-Trak backrest system has been installed and adjusted, follow the instructions
on the Safety Checklist on pages 28-29 to ensure that the installation is properly and safely
completed.
10. Complete the summary on Page 32 and leave with the appropriate person.
11. Further detailed information on the deployment, use and maintenance of V-Trak
products is available from the following sources:
Authorised distributor:

Your local V-Trak distributor/dealer

V-Trak Assessment Manual (also available online)

V-Trak Help Manual (also available online)

V-Trak websites – www.v-trak.com ,