© Action Products, Inc. 2015
Guide to Product Care and Use
Action® Xact® Rehab Product Line
IMPORTANT: These guidelines should be read fully before product is put into service. Store Guide in safe place for future reference.
Manufacturer contact information is located on back of guide.
XACT REHAB WHEELCHAIR CUSHIONS:
Soft, Soft Integrated, LP2
BASIC CUSHION CARE:
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Avoid exposure to direct sunlight
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Avoid contact with sharp objects and pointed edges to prevent tears and/ or puncture in polymer and/ or inner, protective, clear film
foam base covering
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When not in use:
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Store in a dry area
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Store in a flat position, contoured surface facing upwards
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Periodically inspect the cushion for damage to ensure maintained integrity and performance.
CUSHION CLEANING:
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Avoid use of alcohol-based cleaning solutions as they may cause hardening, deterioration or discoloration of cushion
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Action recommends use of a 1:10 bleach* and water solution to clean cushion. Conventional hospital-approved, non alcohol-based,
topical equipment cleaners and disinfectants may also be used
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Thoroughly clean pad with solution
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Thoroughly rinse pad with clean water before placing user on pad or before replacing cover
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Autoclaving and gas sterilization are not recommended
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Do not immerse cushion in water or cleaning solution
*Bleach is a 5
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10% solution of Sodium Hypochlorite
CUSHION REPAIR/ RESURFACING
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Action recommends that only polymer portion of cushion be considered for repair. We do not recommend repair of the protective, clear
film covering of the foam base of product
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We do not recommend resurfacing for any deep punctures, tears or gashes in the polymer
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Two Resurfacing Kits are offered by Action:
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KIT002: 4” x 4” (10.2 x 10.2 cm)
Resurfacing Patch
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KIT003: 4” x 36” (10.2 x 91.4 cm) Resurfacing
Roll
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Area to be resurfaced must be clean and dry before application of resurfacing tape
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Any sticky surface exposed at damaged area may be cleaned with mineral spirits. Remove any mineral spirits residue using warm, soapy
water. Dry surface completely before applying resurfacing tape
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Measure damaged area and cut repair tape to size, allowing a ¼” (0.64 cm) overlap on all
sides
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Follow resurfacing tape instructions packaged with tape to ensure proper application
COVER CARE AND CLEANING:
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Follow cleaning instructions printed on cover label. For best results ensure covers are thoroughly dried before replacing on cushion
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Incontinent covers should be air or towel-dried inside and out before replacing on cushion
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Use care when removing cover from cushion
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Keep film corners and/ or edges of cushion away from cover zipper when removing and replacing cover
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To replace cover properly, do one of the following depending on the cushion type.
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match FRONT/ BACK cover and cushion labels to properly orient cushion to cover
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use Orientation Window system to properly orient cushion to cover
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When replacing cover ensure cover zipper is aligned with flat, bottom edge of cushion
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Always ensure proper cover to cushion fit prior to placing cushion back into active use
