i-Fit Positioning Products
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1. RESNA WC 20 Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance 6 0 We recommend that all products be checked for wear and function on a periodic basis and replaced if necessary by a wheelchair professional e Repairs should be done with Stealth parts fasteners or items appropriate for the service needed e Discontinue use after identifying loose or broken components e Check and retighten all fasteners according to the installation instructions Cleaning 6 1 e Surfaces may be wiped clean with a damp cloth and mild nonabrasive cleaner e Ensure all cleaners are approved for finished steel aluminum plastic and upholstered surfaces Machine Wash 6 1 0 e Vests and straps that are removable and DO NOT contain metal components may be Machine wash warm 40 C permanent press mild process Do not bleach Do not tumble dry WAX etl AX Dry Flat O O O O Do not iron e Detach at the side release for posture supports chest straps and Y straps Disinfecting 6 2 When needed surfaces can be wiped with an approved disinfecting product Ensure the disinfectant is approved for finished steel aluminum plastic and upholstered surfaces Before Each Use Before Each Use 7 0 amp WARNING POSITIONING BELTS STRAPS AND POSTURE SUPPORTS ARE NEVER TO BE USED e As client restraints Restrains require a signed doctor s order e Ona user who is comatose or agitated e Asa motor vehicle restraint without the correct use of2. 0 amp CAUTION NEVER place a positioning belt or strap that applies force to the waist or abdomen 11 Common reference angle measurements referring to positioning belts angle of pull Pelvic Belt Installation Correct placement of a two Two point hip belt in Four point hip belt over the point belt position over the upper ASIS with main webbing approx 45 thigh pulling downwards running parallel to seat and backwards surface Pelvic Belt Installation 10 1 Pelvic belts may be installed in various manners depending on hardware seating system or wheelchair type Many choices of aftermarket attachment hardware are available Be sure to read and understand all instructions supplied with any after market hardware READ AND FOLLOW all warnings on sec 5 0 Important Information p 6 amp WARNING THE ENDS OF THE PELVIC BELT must be securely attached to a mechanically solid mounting point Sever injury may result if the belt ends become unattached Fastened Tri End Tri ends attached using a fastener and a hole in the seat rail Tri End Seat Belt Installation continued on next page 12 Pelvic Belt Installation Tri End around Seat Rail Thread the belt around the wheelchair tube in the correct location following the threading instructions below Tri End Hinged Sliding Double D Clip D Clip Sliding Double D Clip with Tri End D Clip Tri End ROS 13 Posture Su
3. ance e Products should be installed and adjusted by a clinician or wheelchair professional Definition of Warnings 3 0 Warnings are included for your safety Please read and understand what the signal nu words Notice Caution Warning and Danger mean how they could affect the user those around the user and property Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided NN will result in death or serious injury and possible property damage This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided will amp WARNING phone ee result in death or serious injury and possible property damage Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could amp CAUTION result in minor or moderate injury and possible property damage It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices Indicates steps or instructions for safe practices reminders of safe procedures or important safety equipment that may be necessary Indicates practices not related to personal injury These may be steps or important information for proper operation of the product or use of this manual Supplier Reference 4 0 Please record your supplier information for later use Supplier Telephone Address Purchase Date Model Important Information Important Information 5 0 A seat with angle or built in cont
4. approved transit restraint DISCONTINUE USE if any product s function becomes compromised loose shows sign of excessive wear missing parts or does not function as intended Consult with your wheelchair professional or Stealth Products Representative for repair adjustment or replacement Safety Checklist 7 1 Every time you use these positioning accessories O Check all Components for tears rips fraying or physical damage O Make sure the receivers for the straps are kept free of debris dirt liquids or foreign objects O Ensure buckles are engaged properly O Engage the ends of the buckles and pull to check for correct engagement If any physical damage exists it s recommended to replace the complete assembly If your chair is involved in a vehicular crash these devices should be replaced Consult your supplier for these procedures Before Each Use Fitting and Assessment 8 0 The following clinical instructions are recommendations only and do not replace a full clinical seating evaluation This information represents only some of the basic functions and use of wheelchair pelvic belts and use of posture supports and accessories 4 WARNING A proper clinical assessment by a clinician or wheelchair professional trained for the purpose is essential to ensure safety and correct clinical usage Simulation 8 1 As with any sort of positioning intervention the best way to judge necessary intervention forces and the angles
5. d attach the front straps of a four or 90 Attach the rear straps to the seat or frame A at 30 to 45 Es un point padded seat belt to the seat or frame at 609 P 4 Neutral Pelvic Alignment Suggestion Depending on the clinical outcome desired either a two or four point pelvic belt used for stability and safety and to support neutral pelvic alignment Attach the belt at 45 to gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt 60 pulling downward on the top of the thighs Common Presentations continued on next page 10 Common Presentations Posterior Pelvic Tilt Suggestion Depending on the clinical 4 NY outcome desired attach the front straps of a four A A LN point positioning belt at 50 or more This my help 7 with sliding forward in the seat This is extremely A important if used in conjunction with an anterior positioning vest Pelvic Obliquity Suggestion A two or four point padded positioning belt may offer the asymmetrical adjustment necessary to position the pelvis and apply forces to bring it back in contact with the seating system Increased trunk support may be needed to achieve full benefit Pelvic Rotation Suggestion Depending on the clinical outcome desired use a two or four point belt to secure the position of the non rotated hip securely The rotated side is adjusted and secured into position last based on the range of flexibility Pelvic Belt 10
6. en kenn 16 Notes T20 nennen ne 17 Introduction Store these instructions in a safe place so they may be referenced as necessary This document contains important information that must be passed on to the end users of this product Do not discard these instructions before delivery Introduction 1 0 Welcome to Stealth Products i Fit selection of positioning belts posture support straps and accessories One of our primary goals is ensuring that our products are used safely All persons responsible for fitting adjustment and daily use of the items discussed in these instructions must be familiar with and understand all safety aspects of the products mentioned Instructions are written with the express intent of use with standard configurations For further assistance or more advanced applications please contact your supplier or Stealth Products at 512 715 9995 or toll free at 1 800 965 9229 amp CAUTION These products are designed to be fitted applied and installed exclusively by a health care professional trained for the purposes amp WARNING Failure to adhere to any instructions warnings or to misunderstand this user manual could result in damage or injury Terms of Use 2 0 In order for our products to be used successfully you must e Read and understand all instructions and warnings contained in our user and instruction manual e Maintain your items according to our instructions on care and mainten
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8. i end following instructions in section 10 1 Fastened Tri End p 13 This will allow proper adjustment of the tension straps Strap Risers Strap risers attach to the solid back s t nuts Ensure that proper height is provided for comfortable fit on the shoulders Slide the harness strap through the front of the strap riser and fasten to back with a method mentioned above Y Strap A Y strap is typically used to address isolated shoulder rotation Attaching the top double Y portion of the strap above and below the shoulder allow the tension straps to retract the rotated shoulder bringing the user in contact with the back support Y Strap Installation on next page 15 Posture Support Y Strap Installation Y Strap Installation 11 3 A Position the upper portion of the Y Strap above and below the rotated shoulder and attach belt anchors to rear face of solid back B Stretching the lower strap diagonally across the trunk attach the lower portion of the Y Strap to the rear face of the solid back C Using the tension straps on the top portion of the Y Strap draw the rotated shoulder back until proper position is accomplished of READ AND FOLLOW all warnings on sec 5 0 Important Information p 6 Notes 12 0 17 18 Notes cont 19 fit gt i Fit Positioning belts posture supports and straps OIGO lm Stealth Products Inc 104 John Kelly Drive Burnet T
9. in which they should be applied is to simulate the forces with your hands Use your hands to e Mimic the forces and angles applied by a positioning belt e Judge the amount and degree of force needed e Determine how and at what points the forces should be applied Having a partner during the simulation will allow you to use a piece of webbing to help with the simulated angles of pull amp CAUTION USE CAUTION around feeding tubes wounds or sensitive areas Pelvic Positioning Pelvic Positioning 9 0 Pelvic positioning has a major effect on all aspects of proper seating and safety A correctly positioned pelvic support may e Help stabilize the pelvis which directly affects seated body alignment e Aid in preventing sacral sitting unsafe and non functional postures skin breakdowns and increased pressure on bony prominences e Increase postural stability decreasing the effort needed to sit e Facilitate posture allowing additional upper extremity movement e Contribute to proper head positioning and neck alignment e Reduce negative postural tendencies that can lead to orthopedic deformities and other secondary medical complications Common Presentations 9 1 The following sections detail common presentations of pelvic alignment and suggested belt usage THESE SOLUTIONS should be made by a clinician or wheelchair professional Anterior Pelvic Tilt Suggestion Depending on the clinical p 3 outcome desire
10. o fit i Fit Positioning belts posture supports and straps A I Fit Positioning Products Usage Guide and Maintenance Manual for i Fit Line of Belts Posture Supports Straps and Accessories 2014 Stealth Products Inc Copyright O 2014 Stealth Products Inc All rights reserved Published by Stealth Products Inc February 17 2014 DOC 000009 Rev 6 Stealth Products Inc 104 John Kelly Drive Burnet Texas 78611 Tel 512 715 9995 Toll Free 1 800 965 9229 Fax 512 715 9954 Toll Free 1 800 806 1225 Email info stealthproducts com i Fit and Stealth Products are trademarks of Stealth Products LLC 2 Table of Contents Contents Introduction VO ee dba rd en De ee 4 Terms of Use Deere ee ee 4 Definition of Warnings Il era 5 Supplier Reference AO een 5 Important Information Dis 6 Motor Vehicle Use la ass 6 Care and Maintenance A SU RIRSENRIEHE GES RES a VER EWESHAETENER FAIR SHE A RE 7 Cleaning Ue are nee a ee ee een 7 Machine Wash SIE O ent hoe went 7 Disinfecting E ee er a ae ee 7 Before Each Use TO nennen 8 Safety Checklist EN 8 Fitting and Assessment BO ie o a ans 9 Simulation Ley asset tye ao a added 9 Pelvic Positioning Oia 10 Common Presentations MA ada ia as 10 Pelvic Belt A en 11 Pelvic Belt Installation TOT une 12 Posture Support TTA ee ae nes ds a A as 14 Anterior Thoracic Support ea daa aan ante Ae 14 Posture Support Installation 11 2 000 cee ete ee 15 Y Strap Installation II ahn
11. ours may help keep the user from sliding in the seat 4 WARNING USE positioning belts and harnesses only to help support the user s posture MAKE SURE the user cannot slide down in the seating system If this occurs the user may suffer chest compression or suffocate due to pressure from the belts or harness THE BELTS POSTURE SUPPORT AND STRAPS must be snug but must not interfere with breathing NEVER USE a chest harness without a hip belt Motor Vehicle Use 5 1 WHEN TRAVELING in a motor vehicle it is recommended for wheelchair users to transfer to a vehicle seat and use the vehicle seat belt system or a child safety seat that complies with federal safety standards The wheelchair should then be stored and secured in the vehicle CHILDREN less than 48 lb must always transfer to an approved child safety seat PELVIC POSITIONING BELTS POSTURE SUPPORTS AND SHOULDER STRAPS may be used while in transit but are not designed or approved to provide restraint or protection during a crash 4 WARNING THESE DEVICES do not conform to ANSI RESNA WC20 or SAEJ224 Do not misuse belts or harnesses NEVER USE positioning belts or postural supports as motor vehicle restraints unless they have been designed tested and labeled to do so WHEN TRANSPORTING in a motor vehicle only use in conjunction with restraints that have been designed for restraint in a motor vehicle and that have been crash tested in accordance with SAE J2249 and or ANSI
12. pport Posture Support 11 0 An anterior thoracic support chest harness may provide increased trunk stability more proper alignment safety and or a more correct clinical posture in a wheelchair amp WARNING NEVER USE an anterior thoracic support without a hip belt and a solid back support Anterior Thoracic Support 11 1 Solid back should be roughly at shoulder height for anterior support to fit properly If back height is lower than shoulder consider strap risers for correct positioning Have the user lean forward and to the sides after they are properly positioned in their Too High anterior support to check fit Be sure that e The belt is not too high or too low e The neck is not being rubbed e The belt does not interfere with other devices 14 Posture Support Installation Posture Support Installation 11 2 Posterior supports may be installed in various manners depending on hardware seating system or wheelchair type Many choices of aftermarket attachment hardware are available Be sure to read and understand all instructions The following instructions show the standard mounting options amp WARNING THE ENDS OF THE POSTURE SUPPORT must be securely attached to a mechanically solid mounting point Sever injury may result if the belt ends become unattached Mounted too high on the back Fasten tri ends to the back with the t nuts and bolts and attach belt to tr
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