Pelvic Positioner (continued)
Please note that D-Ring Straps are
required to fix the Pelvic Positioner to
the chair.
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The chair should be unoccupied
before fitting the Pelvic Positioner.
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Lay the positioner out flat.
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Place the positioner in the seat of the
chair with the buckles pointing towards
the chair front and the levers on the
buckles facing down.
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Feed the lengths of the straps through
the D-Rings either side of the seat
cushion.
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Place the ends of the straps over the
arms of the chair before transferring
the user into the chair.
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Sit the user into the chair with their
pelvis firmly back in the seat and their
buttocks on the back edge of the
positioner.
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Bring the straps over the user’s thighs
and through the buckles on each end
of the positioner.
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Pull the straps tight and fasten down
the levers on the buckles. The fit
should be snug – not too tight and not
too loose.
•
Ensure the user has an appropriate
position. Check the user regularly to
ensure positioning has been
maintained.
•
Never leave a user unsupervised once
a Pelvic Positioner has been fitted.
Care and Maintenance
For recommended care, cleaning and
maintenance, please refer to the care and
maintenance guidelines enclosed with your
chair and the care label fixed to the chair.
General Care
•
Wash and clean as per instructions
supplied.
•
Wipe down framework with soapy
water and a soft cloth.
•
Check castors regularly for build up of
fluff and dirt particles.
•
Cleaning with scouring pads is not
advised.
Berkshire vinyl – Cleaning
Instructions
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Berkshire vinyls are resistant to most
household stains, alkalis and drinks as
they are not absorbed into the vinyl
and can be wiped off without any
problem or lasting damage provided
they are cleaned in a timely manner to
avoid any permanent damage.
•
Regular cleaning with warm soapy
water followed by a clean water rinse
will help maintain its durability and
aesthetics and is suitable for day-to-
day soiling.
•
For infection control wipe clean with a
one-in-ten solution of water and
household bleach. Rinse with clean
water and dry.
•
For special cleaning problems the
following steps are recommended to
be taken in order:
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Step One: Non-abrasive household
cleaners to be used with water and
dried with a soft cloth.
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Step Two: Solvent type cleaners (e.g
isopropyl alcohol) to be applied with a
soft cloth. Dry area with another cloth,
rinse with clean water and dry.
•
Step Three: Strong, active solvent
cleaners (e.g. acetone/water) to be
applied with a soft cloth. Stain should
be treated as soon as possible after
spill and should be removed with less
than six rubs. If stain persists after six
rubs, stain has set and probably
cannot be removed. Dry area with a
separate cloth, rinse with clean water
and dry.
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Caution should be taken as these
cleaners can be highly flammable.
Exercise proper care in cleaning.
Wear rubber gloves. Use caution in
cleaning around stitching, buttons and
wooden or decorative trim, as solvents
could damage these areas.
•
For all cleaning use a clean absorbent
white cloth, turning the cloth frequently
to expose a clean surface. Use a
dabbing action – do not rub or scrub
the fabric. Always work from the outer
edge of the stain towards the centre to
prevent spreading the stain. Always
rinse out shampoo with warm water,
not hot water.
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