Simple solutions for everyday independence
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Sit-u-Up
The Sit-u-Up:
• Provides adjustable back support for people
who require to sleep in a more upright position.
NOTE: Do not use the Sit-u-Up when for medical
reasons it is critical that an upright sleeping
position is maintained (See ‘WARNINGS’).
• Provides assistance for those with limited
upper body strength wishing to lift themselves
to a reclined or sitting position.
• Can be used simply as a means of providing
additional comfort.
The Sit-u-Up has been designed to be placed on
a bed without the use of securing straps. Power
is provided by the Mangar International Airflo
compressor. PLEASE READ the separate Airflo
Compressor instructions before fitting and using
your Sit-u-Up.
Standard Contents
1 x Sit-u-Up. 1 x Spreader Bar
1 x Headrest 1 x User Instructions.
1 x Overlay (inc. foam, quilt and cover)
Fitting
• Insert the spreader bar (
A
fig.1).
• Slide the headrest (
B
fig.1) as far down
the backrest as it will go, ensuring that the
bottom edge of the headrest is a minimum
of 7cm down from the top of the backrest
(detail fig. 1) and an equal distance from the
tab on each side as indicated (Fig. 2).
• Place the Sit-u-Up on the bed with the spreader
bar positioned against the headboard. Lead the
air hose (
C
fig.3), to the side of the bed where
the Airflo compressor is to be placed and fold
the strut (
D
fig.3) towards the headboard.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: Ensure that the Airflo
compressor, air hose and hand control lead are
kept tidy.
B
A
D
C
WARNINGS
• Ensure that you have read and fully understand
these and the separate Airflo user instructions
before using the equipment.
• Where a medical condition dictates that an
upright sleeping position is critical, the Sit-u-Up
must not be used as an air leak in the system
would cause the backrest to loose height over
the course of a night.
•
Ensure that when in use, the Airflo, the hand
control lead and air hose are laid out in such
a way as to avoid any risk of tripping or
strangulation.
• Do Not use any other air supply
to inflate the
Sit-u-Up.
• The Sit-u-Up should only be used for it’s stated
purpose and should not be modified in any
way.
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