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SAFETY GUIDELINES
- INSTALLATION & USE
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COMFORT-TEK
™
fabric cover is fluid-resistant, easily cleaned at any time
and soft to the touch. Comfort-Tek
™
fabric has stretch which helps alleviate
pressure and conforms to both support pad and user.
STRETCH-AIR
™
fabric cover is 2-Ply designed to be breathable on the
surface for comfort while the bottom layer is fluid-resistant for cleanliness.
The multi-directional stretch allows for optimal conforming to the user and
support pad shape.
GLIDEWEAR
®
fabric cover is intended for maximum hair and skin protec-
tion by reducing shear. Recommended most for those with abnormal tone
causing involuntary movements, difficult postures and frequent repositioning
BodiLink
®
head support is intended for those with positioning and support needs as deemed necessary by a qualified healthcare professional.
BodiLink
®
head support offers a wide variety of available positions to accommodate user rehabilitation needs and goals while allowing for function and
comfort. The sizes available and range of adjustability fit pediatric to full grown users and should be matched by the healthcare provider to suit the user
needs. Adjustments or replacement components may be necessary as changes in condition occur or to accommodate developments such as growth.
All fabrics used in BodiLink
®
Head Support covers are latex-free.
Comfort-Tek
™
fabric is used on all head support pad covers along
the outer edge.
BodiLink
®
Premium Head Support Pads come in two levels of firm-
ness (
soft and extra soft).
Both use a layer of Viscool
®
extra soft foam
over a high resiliency foam base layer. This combination allows for
immersion and conforming to the user for optimal surface contact,
comfort and pressure redistribution.
BodiLink
®
Basic Head Support Pads come in one firmness using two
layers of high resiliency foam. The softer top layer is for comfort as
well as durability.
This product passed crash testing. However, when
possible, do not use head support during transport.
Repeated or excessive force (braking or crash) could
potentially change adjustment or cause extra wear
shortening the life of the product. Use after a crash is
not recommended.
ATTENTION!
Always check that the gear teeth in each joint
of are aligned for full tooth engagement before final tight-
ening.
Failing to do so could cause wear on the teeth lead-
ing to parts slipping out of adjustment or hardware failure.
(GT Hardware only)
ATTENTION!
Unless otherwise specified, fasteners
should be tightened to 9.6 Nm (85 lb-in).
ATTENTION!
Make sure that the head support is securely
mounted to the back support system and it is adjusted
properly
each
time it is in use.
This product is designed for the intended user and use
only. Be aware that any modifications could potentially
endanger the user, cause discomfort or damage.
WARNING!
It is necessary to fully articulate power recline
features to ensure there is no possible equipment interfer-
ence after installation. Do so slowly while watching closely.
Caregivers: It is necessary to learn from a healthcare provider
how to properly adjust the equipment for the user’s specific
positioning needs and goals.
WARNING!
Ensure that the product does not interfere with
any other chair components. Interference could jeopardize
effectiveness and user safety as well as cause damage.
PROHIBITED!
Never use the equipment to maneuver a
chair or anything that it is attached to. It is never to be
used as a handle, lift, guide or support for anything other
than what it was intended. (ex. support during transfers.)
PROHIBITED!
Never use the equipment unless all compo-
nents are fully functional. Any issues
should be addressed
by contacting your dealer or customer service. Do not at-
tempt to make your own modifications or repairs.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
INTENDED USE - MATERIALS
BODILINK
®
HEAD SUPPORT SAFETY DETAILS
INTENDED USER
CAUTION!
Please consider that adding additional
links to the hardware may reduce the overall strength.
