Snappi System User Manual
Document No: 053-05 v19
Page 19 of 66
March 2013
Snappi System User Manual.doc
5.0 Setting up the seat unit
When setting up the seat unit always ensure the following is done:
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Always consult your Therapist or Rehabilitation Engineer for advice.
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Ensure that the child is relaxed and happy and if possible in an environment in
which they are familiar.
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If possible, sit the child on a plinth to take the measurements listed below:
Fig 5.0.1 Definition of measurements
Note: you can now adjust the seat to suit your child’s dimensions
Measurement
Number
(see fig 5.0.1)
Millimetres
Top of head to seat
1
Under armpit to seat
(Axilla height)
2
Actual sitting depth
3
Chest Width
(Arm pit to arm pit)
4
Hip width
5
Leg drop
6
