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Important Safety Advice
We at JCM are committed to producing products of the highest standard. All
of our products fulfil the essential safety and environmental requirements as
defined in the European Directives. However, improper use of the products will
potentially put the users at risk and therefore JCM strongly suggest that the
following information is strictly adhered to at all times.
Throughout the manual there are important points to note
identified by the symbol:
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Ensure all adjustment mechanisms are secure and in place before operation. If it is likely that the
hand-wheels will be repeatedly loosened, JCM can supply allen key bolts as an alternative. We
strongly recommend this if there is a danger from those in the vicinity of the user.
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After completing any alterations ENSURE all nuts, bolts, knobs, hand wheels and other fixingsare
securely tightened and in position, and that they are regularly checked as part of the
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Maintenance of the chair. Never over adjust or over tighten moving parts.
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All postural support straps and harnesses should be in place and properly adjusted to the user, prior
to usage of any kind
(see pages 10 & 11).
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The Jupiter seating system is designed for Indoor use and should always be positioned on a level, flat
floor. The Jupiter chair can be moved between one working area and another for safety ALWAYS
return the Seat to a neutral position, (level the seat, ensure the back is upright etc.) After the
chair has been moved and during use the chair should be placed in a static position with the brakes
applied.
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Seating system such as the Jupiter are designed to be used inside, however it is acceptable to take
the Jupiter externally for a brief period if transferring the chair from one indoor area to another.
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Heavy items on the tray will affect stability. The fitting of anything other than the standard JCM tray
may substantially affect the stability of the seating system and should therefore be checked before
issue.
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If at any time it is noted that areas of the user’s skin remain reddened after being out of the seating
system for around 10 minutes, urgently contact the qualified professional who performed the
handover of the equipment. This may be a sign of excessive pressure being exerted by the seating.
This might occur in the initial use of a new seat where further adjustment may be required, where
the user has been badly placed, grown or where an underlying medical problem exists. Review may
be necessary in such cases.
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Keep all products away from excessive sources of heat, cigarettes and naked flames.
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If you suspect that the system may be faulty, cease use of the equipment straight away and
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Immediately contact the organization who supplied the system. (JCM’s contact information can be
found on the back cover).
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The equipment will be labelled with important information. NEVER REMOVE these information
labels or allow them to be defaced, overlaid or altered.
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All modifications, adjustments, reconditioning, repairs, disposal, and servicing of the seating unit
must ONLY be carried out by the agencies who supplied the equipment
(see pages 24 - 25)
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The Jupiter size 1, 2 & 3 is designed to be used indoors. For maximum stability the intended use
conditions are indoors on flat surfaces.
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