FIG. 3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Converting Layflat Position to Chair
1. Lock wheels
(FIG. 2A or 2B)
2. Keep armrest/side-rails in the fully upright position.
(SEE PAGE 13 FIG.3)
3. Secure patients arms in front of their chest
4. Using the handset control, return the chair to its sitting position.
(FIG. 1)
5. Raise the patient's legs and lower the footrests. Adjust to a suitable height for the patient.
(SEE PAGE 12)
6. Armrests can now be lowered to a comfortable height for the patient.
7. Secure patient into chair with safety belt
Assisting Patient Out of Chair
1. Lock wheels
(FIG. 2A or 2B)
2. If the vertical lift has been engaged return chair to it's lowest position using the handset control.
(FIG. 3)
3. Completely lower the armrests.
(FIG. 1)
4. Disconnect the patients safety belt.
5. Carefully lift the patient's legs and return the footrests to their upright position.
(FIG. 1)
6. Using the stand assist grips the patient can now exit the chair.
Transfer of Patient From Chair to Bed
1. Position the layflat positioned chair as close as possible to the bed or table.
2. Follow steps to convert chair to layflat postion.
(SEE PAGE 10)
3. Using the handset control
(FIG. 3)
, adjust the height of the layflat positioned chair to match
that of the bed or table.
4. Completely lower the armrest/side-rail on the unloading side of the chair ONLY.
(FIG. 4)
5. Lock wheels
(FIG. 2A or 2B)
6. Transfer patient to bed or table using the appropriate amount of attendants for a safe transfer.
(A transfer board or sheet may be used for easier transfer)
FIG. 4
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