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Cubic Foam/Contur Gel
2 Handling
2.1 Positioning
INFORMATION
Pressure on the cushions can only be optimally distributed, if the footrest of the wheelchair has
been adjusted in such a way that the thigh of the user is in full contact with the cushion surface�
Always make sure that the cushion is correctly positioned in the wheelchair and that the cover is
correctly re-mounted after it has been removed�
Place the cushion into the wheelchair with the zipper oriented towards the side or the rear�
The loop strip sewn to the cushion serves to fix it in the wheelchair� Place the cushion into the
wheelchair with the loop strip facing the upholstery�
2.2 Assembly
For cleaning it may be necessary to remove the foam inserts from the cover� To do so, open the zip-
per of the cover and remove the foam parts�
For reassembly, please proceed in reverse order paying attention to the correct order:
• Cubic Foam: The cube structure faces up�
• Contour Gel: The Technogel® cover faces up, the small lateral face is at the rear, and the high
lateral face at the front (seat ramp)�
2.3 Cleaning and care
NOTICE
Risk of damage due to improper cleaning. Do not use any bleaching agents� Do not tumble-
dry the foam cushions�
INFORMATION
Should it be necessary to disinfect the cushion (cover/foam parts), add a standard hygiene de-
tergent during washing (e�g� Sagrotan laundry hygiene detergent)�
In case of heavy incontinence, an additional incontinence cover should be used� Please observe
the care and cleaning instructions for each incontinence cover used�
Cover
1� For separate washing, open the zipper on the cover and remove it�
2� Close the zipper on the cover before washing�
3� The cover can be washed at 65°C using a mild, environmentally friendly detergent�
Recommendation: Wash the cover on the gentle cycle at 40 ºC in order to prevent excessive
wear�
4� Allow to air dry� When using an automatic clothes drier, select the gentle cycle at low tempera-
ture�
Replace the cover in case of advanced wear and tear�
Foam cushion
Hand-wash the foam cushion at 40 °C / 104 °F using a mild, environment-friendly detergent�
Allow to air dry�