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2.1 Training
Before the chair is put into service, this manual must be read thoroughly
by the caregiver(s) directly responsible for the resident’s care.
After the chair is put into service, this manual must be read thoroughly by
any new caregivers prior to operating or moving the chair.
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or the purpose of this manual, a resident’s family member who shares
responsibility for their care is considered a caregiver and is subject to
the same competency before being permitted by the resident’s primary
caregiver to operate of move the chair.
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he primary caregiver must maintain a list of caregivers who have read this
manual and who they have authorized to operate and move the chair.
The resident’s primary caregiver is responsible for ensuring anyone who is
unfamiliar with, unwilling, or unable to adhere to the safety and operating
instructions, is not permitted to operate or move the chair.
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he operations of the chair must be performed by the resident’s primary
caregiver who is responsible for seating. All The operations and adjustments
performed should be done in a manner to ensure the overall safety, comfort
and well-being of the resident, caregiver and third party. All operations
and adjustments required for the resident should be determined by the
resident’s primary caregiver who is responsible for seating.
2.2 Application
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RIVE chairs are intended primarily for post-acute care residence or who
are under the care of professional caregivers. The suitability of a DRIVE
chair must be determined by a qualified caregiver who is familiar with
the seating needs of the intended resident. Any other use of the chair is
excluded from possible liability claims.
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he DRIVE Chair with Caster Full Tilt and Recliner s are not to be used in
the shower. The frame and components will rust and will void the warranty.
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he chairs are not explosion resistant and must not be used where there
are flammable gases or liquids present (e.g., anesthetics, volatile solvents,
and cleaners, etc.)
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RIVE chairs are designed for use with specific DRIVE parts and accessories.
The use of non-DRIVE parts or accessories with a DRIVE chair will void the
warranty and is excluded from possible liability claims.
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RIVE chairs may only be used as described in this manual and with proper
regard for recognized healthcare and workplace safety and accident
prevention practices.
2. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
