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VICAIR ACTIVE O2 
USER MANUAL

Dear customer,

Thank you for choosing a Vicair

®

 Active O2. We 

are sure you will appreciate the simplicity, 
reliability and fantastic effect. Please read and 
understand this user manual before use. Save 
this manual for future reference.

For more information or to (re)order manuals, 
contact your country’s distributor.
Go to vicair.com for distributor information.

INTRODUCTION

The Vicair Active O2 is a wheelchair seat cushion 
that provides a high level of skin protection for 
active wheelchair users with a high risk of 
developing pressure injuries. It is also a high 
performance addition to a pressure ulcer 
treatment plan  (stage I-IV). The Vicair Active O2 
cushion is machine washable without removing 
the SmartCells! You only have to take out the 
foam inlay.

INDICATIONS

The Vicair Active O2 allows easy transfers and 
provides stable body support, comfort and 
pressure ulcer prevention. 
It is also a high performance addition to a 
pressure ulcer treatment plan (stage I-IV). 

CONTRAINDICATIONS

When used as intended, there are no known 
contraindications. 

MAIN COMPONENTS

A

B

C

D

E

Foam inlay with fluid-resistant foam inlay 
liner, placed in front compartment

Vicair Active O2 Cover

SmartCell liners, placed in four rear 
compartments

SmartCells™

User manual__ 

GENERAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Product name:

Vicair Active O2

Manufactured by: Vicair B.V., The 

Netherlands

Warranty:

24 months

Weight:

Smallest size:  
1 kg / 2.2 lbs
Medium size:  
1,2 kg / 2.6 lbs
Largest size:  
1,5 kg / 3.3 lbs

Used materials:

All latex free

Filling:

50% polyurethane foam
25% nylon fabric
25% polyethylene film

Active O2 Cover

Top: Knitted polyester
mesh fabric. Sides: 
Polyurethane coated 
nylon fabric. Bottom: 
Knitted polyester mesh 
fabric.

Summary of Contents for Active O2

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...VICAIR ADJUSTER O2 3 VICAIR VECTOR O2 8 VICAIR ACTIVE O2 13 ...

Page 3: ...e injuries and to provide comfort and stable body support It is also a high performance addition to a pressure ulcer treatment plan stage I IV CONTRAINDICATIONS When used as intended there are no known contraindications MAIN COMPONENTS A A C B D A Cushion cover B Cushion C SmartCells D User manual GENERAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Product name Vicair Adjuster O2 Manufactured by Vicair B V The Netherl...

Page 4: ... naked flame or a high temperature heat source Caution Do not steam clean or autoclave the product The product cannot withstand excessive heat or pressure When the given cleaning instructions are not followed it is very likely that the product and or the product s cover will age more rapidlyly Caution Do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaners or sharp objects to clean the cushion Caution Do not p...

Page 5: ...on if bottoming out occurs In most cases adjusting the filling grade of the compartments will solve the problem USE Checking for redness of the skin Warning Check your skin regularly for redness especially during the first few days If redness occurs and does not disappear after 15 minutes consult your therapist or Assistive Technology Professional Adjusting the filling grade Warning Vicair B V rec...

Page 6: ...The product has to be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected before another person is allowed to use the it See chapter Maintenance and cleaning for instructions Notice Make sure the product is correctly adjusted to the other person Replacing the cushion cover Under normal use Vicair B V recommends to replace the cushion cover every year Replacement covers can be purchased separately Disposal The disp...

Page 7: ... compartments outwards to make sure the spray gets into the gaps REPORTING OF SERIOUS INCIDENTS Serous incidents from use of Vicair products should be reported to the manufacturer and the relevant competent authority WARRANTY Please see www vicair com for complete information on warranty processes terms and conditions Vicair B V offers a limited warranty against defects in workmanship and material...

Page 8: ... body posture and prevent pressure injuries It is also a high performance addition to a pressure ulcer treatment plan stage I IV CONTRAINDICATIONS When used as intended there are no known contraindications MAIN COMPONENTS A Cushion cover B Cushion C SmartCellsTM placed in 9 compartments D User manual GENERAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Product name Vicair Vector O2 Manufactured by Vicair B V The Nether...

Page 9: ... the product close to a naked flame or a high temperature heat source Caution Do not steam clean or autoclave the product The product cannot withstand excessive heat or pressure When the given cleaning instructions are not followed it is very likely that the product and or the product s cover will age more rapidly Caution Do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaners or sharp objects to clean the cus...

Page 10: ...he wheelchair seat Do not use the cushion if bottoming out occurs In most cases adjusting the filling grade of the compartments will solve the problem USE Checking for redness of the skin Warning Check your skin regularly for redness especially during the first few days If redness occurs and does not disappear after 15 minutes consult your therapist or Assistive Technology Professional Adjusting t...

Page 11: ...t has to be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected before another person is allowed to use the it See chapter Maintenance and cleaning for instructions Notice Make sure the product is correctly adjusted to the other person Expected lifetime The expected lifetime of this product is five years when used in accordance with the safety instructions maintenance intervals and correct use stated in this manua...

Page 12: ...erably use an anti bacterial detergent After washing spray your cushion and cover with a disinfectant Bend compartments outwards to make sure the spray gets into the gaps REPORTING OF SERIOUS INCIDENTS Serous incidents from use of Vicair products should be reported to the manufacturer and the relevant competent authority WARRANTY Please see www vicair com for complete information on warranty proce...

Page 13: ...take out the foam inlay INDICATIONS The Vicair Active O2 allows easy transfers and provides stable body support comfort and pressure ulcer prevention It is also a high performance addition to a pressure ulcer treatment plan stage I IV CONTRAINDICATIONS When used as intended there are no known contraindications MAIN COMPONENTS A B C D E A Foam inlay with fluid resistant foam inlay liner placed in f...

Page 14: ... check the product for wear and deflated cells In case of serious damage or a large number of deflated cells do not continue to use the product Consult your Assistive Technology Professional Caution Do not use or leave the product close to a naked flame or a high temperature heat source Caution Do not steam clean or autoclave the product The product cannot withstand excessive heat or pressure When...

Page 15: ...sk your therapist or Assistive Technology Professional to check if your lowest bony prominences are supported by at least 2 5 cm 1 of SmartCells This prevents your seat bones from touching the wheelchair seat Do not use the cushion if bottoming out occurs In most cases adjusting the filling grade of the SmartCell liners will solve the problem USE Checking for redness of the skin Warning Check your...

Page 16: ...used The product has to be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected before another person is allowed to use the it See chapter Maintenance and cleaning for instructions Notice Make sure the product is correctly adjusted to the other person Expected lifetime The expected lifetime of this product is five years when used in accordance with the safety instructions maintenance intervals and correct use state...

Page 17: ... at 60 C Follow the washing instructions on the label attached to the inside of the liner 1 2 3 4 5 Cleaning the foam Take the foam out of the foam inlay liner and clean it by using a disinfectant spray 6 7 8 Disinfecting your Vicair Active O2 Warning In case of soiling with body fluids and when transferring the product to another user the product must be disinfected to avoid cross contamination C...

Page 18: ...anship and materials provided the product has been used normally Any damage arising from abnormal use or caused by improper handling cleaning or negligence is excluded from this warranty Warranty period From original date of purchase 24 months The SmartCells in this Vicair O2 cushion have a lifelong warranty period Should a defect in materials or workmanship occur within the above mentioned warran...

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