USER’S MANUAL
ALL USER’S OF THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE AWARE
OF THIS DOCUMENT AND ITS CONTENT
ISSUE 1
DIGI-SEAT SEATING
SYSTEM
By
CUSTOM MADE DEVICE
Страница 1: ...USER S MANUAL ALL USER S OF THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE AWARE OF THIS DOCUMENT AND ITS CONTENT ISSUE 1 DIGI SEAT SEATING SYSTEM By CUSTOM MADE DEVICE...
Страница 2: ...r Manual Reference Item Tick if supplied No of Items Supplied Page Section Digi Seat Cushion Pommel Kneeblocks Digi Seat Backrest Lateral Supports Sacral Pad Adj Headrest Adj Footrest Seating System T...
Страница 3: ...Use 13 1 5 Maintaining the Wheelchair 13 2 0 User s Guide Lifting and Handling the Client 2 1 Lifting and Handling the Client in and out of the Digi Seat System 14 2 2 Client Straps Harnesses 15 2 3...
Страница 4: ...t Seating System does not render the wheelchair unsuitable the Digi Seat Seating System and wheelchair should be tested for stability with the client seated in the equipment for more details regarding...
Страница 5: ...aximum angle of tilt is 12 degrees for attendant transit wheelchairs and 16 degrees for users of self propelling wheelchairs and 16 degrees for users of electric indoor and outdoor electric wheelchair...
Страница 6: ...descend an incline where the surface is rough wet or slippery gravel loose chippings grass rain ice snow etc If the equipment is to be used in an electric wheelchair then read carefully the wheelchai...
Страница 7: ...owing user information is intended to give guidance to users of SOS Seating Systems regarding the use of the equipment during transportation All SOS Seating Systems are prescribed via Special Seating...
Страница 8: ...ts Do not place hang any additional items onto the wheelchair during transportation such as shopping bags and holdalls Trays should be removed for transportation whenever possible If it is necessary f...
Страница 9: ...s unless an occupant restraint system is in place on the client For any client to be transported safely in the Seating System and wheelchair it is essential that an Occupant Restraint System be used S...
Страница 10: ...n the list of Wheelchair Restraint System Manufacturers in this booklet will be happy to advise on this matter see below W T O R S MANUFACTURERS Below are details of some Wheelchair Tie down and Occup...
Страница 11: ...ops as shown Fig 1 1a Lower the back of the seat into the wheelchair until the interface locates into the rear catches as shown and it clicks into position Fig 1 1b Secure the Seat Retention Straps ar...
Страница 12: ...l back the interface lever or cable Fig 1 2e until the catches release and lift the base unit clear release lever cable 1 2 LOCATING THE 2 PIECE DIGI SEAT SEATING SYSTEM 2 Piece Digi Seat seating syst...
Страница 13: ...1 2 LOCATING THE 2 PIECE DIGI SEAT SEATING SYSTEM Cont Backrest Unit To locate the backrest unit onto the wheelbase L oad the V Track location spigots into the location brackets situated on the back...
Страница 14: ...c are not trapped or jammed by the Digi Seat Seating System during placement into an electric wheelchair 1 5 MAINTAINING THE WHEELCHAIRS It is important that the wheelchair manufacturers guidelines fo...
Страница 15: ...avoid the straps becoming trapped under the client when seated When using the hoist make sure that you follow the hoist manufacturers instructions regarding correct use On lowering the client into th...
Страница 16: ...of the harness as illustrated in the diagram opposite at X 2 3 FOOTREST ADJUSTMENT It is recommended that feet be supported on the foot supports provided to ensure that the client is seated with opti...
Страница 17: ...ature to dry thoroughly Under no circumstances use excessive heat to try to dry the foam as this could damage the protective skin DO NOT PUT THE DIGI SEAT SYSTEM NEXT TO A HOT FIRE OR USE EXCESSIVE HE...
Страница 18: ...e securely attached to the shell of the seat and there are no loose attachments Make sure that all fixings are secure especially after making any adjustments Check the shell of the seat for any signs...
Страница 19: ...Seat Seating System was originally supplied If any adjustments need to be carried out this can be done by releasing the locking knobs and adjusted for height Fig 4 1a and depth Fig 4 1b re tighten loc...
Страница 20: ...ble for height Fig 4 2b and reach Fig 4 2c If the Digi Seat Seating System has been set up for use with the standard wheelchair footrests then these will be adjusted correctly when the equipment is ha...
Страница 21: ...Front To remove adjust turn locking knob Fig 4 3c at the front of the bracket anti clockwise to release The pommel can then be withdrawn adjusted Fig 4 3a and re tightened when in position To replace...
Страница 22: ...For any goods requiring repair or attention after the guaranteed period then assessment can be made as to the cost of the work required to effect the repair On acceptance of this quotation the work wi...
Страница 23: ...22 NOTES...
Страница 24: ...0044 0 1283 520400 Fax 0044 0 1283 520401 E mail enquiries specialorthotic com Web www specialisedorthoticservices co uk If you require further copies of this handout or require further details relat...
