Snappi System User Manual
Document No: 053-05 v38
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June 2022
Snappi System User Manual.doc
12.4 Reuse
The Snappi pushchair is suitable to be reused. Before being passed on to the next user,
the product always has to be carefully cleaned and disinfected. The condition has to be
checked by trained staff for any wear and damage. The Snappi pushchair must always
have undergone an individual assessment by the issuing authority (or their designated
agent/repairer), each time it is reused. Any issues have to be remedied to ensure the
continued safe use of the product. A copy of the Instructions for Use (user manual) is a
component of the product and has to be passed on to the new user.
13: Transporting the Wheelbase
The Snappi Pushchair can be folded for transport in the luggage area of a vehicle as
detailed in sections 4.5 and 4.6 of this manual.
The Snappi Pushchair (excluding the rearward facing Snappi) has been successfully
impact tested against International Standard ISO 7176-19 and may be used as a vehicle
seat.
However, Tendercare Ltd highly recommends that the transport of children with a body
mass of less than 22kg transfer to a Child Restraint System (sometimes referred to as
an
infant safety seat
, a
child restraint system
, a
restraint car seat
, or ambiguously
as
car seats
) in compliance with UNECE Regulation 44.04; In order to provide the best
possible protection for the child.
If transfer to a Child Restraint System is not possible, due to the needs of the occupant
e.g. a need for continual postural support, occupant discomfort, anxiety or a dependency
on the medical device, then the decision to carry the occupant in their wheelchair or buggy
should involve an individual risk assessment process. This risk assessment process
should involve a therapist/competent risk assessor who would be able to support reasons
not to transfer the occupant to a Child Restraint System.
The Snappi Pushchair is suitable for transport with either option of back support; Standard
or Dynamic. It is advised that the seat back recline function should be in an upright
position for transport. The dynamic strut is fitted with a restrictor to limit back recline (see
Fig. 5.1.3.2 in section 5.1.3
Back height and recline angle adjustment
); this should be in
place when transporting the dynamic model of Snappi seat.
IMPORTANT:
When used as a vehicle seat the following instructions must be followed.
13.1 Preparing the system for transport
1.
Check that the child is correctly strapped in the seat using the lap and diagonal
seat belt, ensuring that the following safety requirements are met (note these
instructions are for guidance, and should only be carried out by someone who is
fully trained in the use of wheelchair tie-down and occupant restraint systems) :
