BRODA Auto Locking Glider
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1.9
Improper Use
The improper use of the chair can be dangerous to the resident, caregivers, or third parties through:
1)
Unauthorized operation of the chair’s functions.
2)
Unauthorized movement of the chair.
3)
Inappropriate use of the chair for a resident who has not been assessed by the caregiver
responsible for their seating.
4)
Attempted simultaneous operation of multiple chair functions by one or more caregivers.
5)
Attempted transporting of chair while occupied by a resident
6)
Leaving the resident unattended in the chair near other objects.
7)
Leaving a potentially agitated resident in an unsupervised area.
8)
Leaving a resident unattended for a period of time
9)
Leaving a resident in a chair on a sloping surface.
10)
Leaving a chair unattended on a sloping surface.
11)
Using non-BRODA accessories on the chair.
12)
Using the BRODA chair at temperatures below 0 Celsius (32 Fahrenheit)
13)
Using the BRODA chair as a shower or bathing chair.
14)
Using the BRODA chair for any use other than its intended application
1.10 Cleaning
We recommend the chair be wiped clean with soap and water. A dilute household strength ammonia or chlorine
based cleaner may be used if necessary. BRODA chairs should not be cleaned with petroleum based cleaners. Any
petroleum based products that come in contact with any vinyl surface should be removed as quickly as possible.
Petroleum based products make vinyl brittle and will damage the seating surface and cushions. Metal parts and
cushions should be wiped dry after cleaning. Solvents such as those found in spray lubricants should not be used on
Broda Chairs as they can damage moving parts
Touch up paint is available for the powder coated frame. Please call Broda’s Customer Service Department if touch
up paint is required.
1.11 Preventative Maintenance
The maintenance on a BRODA chair will vary with the amount of use and the condition of the resident using the
chair. We recommend regular visual inspection for signs of wear, damage, loose or missing fittings, and other
safety concerns. Also, periodic testing of the chairs functions is appropriate. If a breakage, defect, or operational
problem is detected, the chair must be repaired, inspected and tested for function before it is returned to service. In
regular use, after the initial inspection and functional testing, the chair should be inspected and tested on a bimonthly
basis. The chair should be inspected and tested as often as each use if the chair is used:
1)
By aggressive or agitated residents.
2)
By residents who have involuntary movement.
3)
On irregular or sloped surfaces.
4)
By residents weighing over 220 lbs
5)
By any unauthorized person.
Do not use any lubricants that contain solvents. Solvents will damage many of the moving components in the chair.
If necessary a white, food grade grease (lubricant) may be used on the sliding components in the chair.
