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Maintenance by Carer
The following checks should be carried out by the carer on a regular basis to make sure
that the Carved Foam Seat is both safe and comfortable:
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Check there is no damage to the retaining straps and that the buckles are working properly.
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Check there is no damage to any postural straps and harnesses and that the buckles on
these are working properly.
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Check that all adjustable parts of the seat operated by the carer, as previously described,
adjust freely and are not damaged.
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Check there is no damage to the foam lining resulting in raised or sharp surfaces.
If the user should suffer any form of marking on the skin or appears to be in discomfort
this should be reported to the Wheelchair Service immediately.
Maintenance by Seating Specialist
The following checks are important and must only be carried out by the Wheelchair
Service or by Blatchford Clinical Services.
In order to ensure continuing safety of the Carved Foam Seat, it is recommended that the
interval between these checks is no longer than 12 months.
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Check that the user’s shape is still accommodated by the shape of the Carved Foam Seat.
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Check that the Carved Foam Seat is not too tight for the user as a result of growth or weight gain.
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Check there is no structural damage to the plastic shells or any of the brackets and that all
securing bolts are still in place.
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Check the quality of the foam, particularly load areas.
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Check that all locking knobs on the brackets are in place and functioning correctly.
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Check that all straps are undamaged and buckles are functioning correctly.
Moulded Trays - User Instructions
Moulded Trays are designed to provide a work or play surface together with support and
control in conjunction with any seating arrangement.
Using the tray
1. Ensure that the two vertical stems on the underside of the tray are securely
located in the wheelchair location points.
2. To fine tune the position of the tray in relation to the user, the locking knobs on the
underside of the tray must be loosened to allow the tray to be moved forwards or
backwards into the desired position. Re-tighten the locking knobs after adjustment.
Width adjustment
To change the width of the tray fittings to suit an alternative wheelchair;
1. Turn the tray over and loosen the four screws using a large flat bladed screw driver
(do not remove the screws completely).
2. Slide the adjustment tubes out/in to the desired width, ensuring that they remain parallel.
3. Re-tighten the screws.
Cleaning
A damp, soapy cloth can be used to clean the tray surface.
Warnings
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ON NO ACCOUNT SHOULD ANY HOLES BE DRILLED INTO THE TRAY TOP.
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ENSURE ALL LOCKING KNOBS ARE SECURE BEFORE USE.
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THE TRAY MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE TRANSPORTATION.
