USER`S MANUAL BM SEATING SYSTEM
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1. DO NOT USE SCOURERS OR CAUSTIC SUBSTANCES SUCH AS BLEACH 4 2 REMOVABLE GOVERS For cleaning of removable covers please refer to wash label on the inside of the padded Cover DO NOT REMOVE THE FOAM FROM THE WATERPROOF LINER OR TRY TO WASH IT AS THIS FOAM WILL ABSORB WATER AND WILL BE A PROBLEM TO DRY OUT ANY DEVIATIONS FROM THE WASH LABEL MAY AFFECT THE FIRE RETARDANCY OF THE COVER S 4 3 HARNESSES PADS amp STRAPS Make sure all straps are in good working order and that buckles work correctly If any show signs of fraying or any buckles are broken or faulty contact your Wheelchair Service immediately DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR Harnesses may be cleaned by applying a warm damp cloth with a mild detergent DO NOT USE POLISH 4 4 VISUAL INSPECTION Every 3 4 weeks check the condition of the BM System and wheelchair if you notice any faults or broken parts please notify your Wheelchair Service immediately DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR 4 5 FIRE RETARDANCY Fire retardant materials have been used in the construction of this seating system It is important that no accelerants are introduced to the materials e g Hairspray fabric cleaners deodorants polish etc as this may adversely affect the fire retardancy of your equipment IF YOU DETEGT A FAULT OR BREAKAGE 1 IF YOU DETECT A FAULT OR BREAKAGE OF THE EQUIPMENT THEN REPORT THIS IMMEDIATELY 2 UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES ARE ANY MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS TO BE D2. With all the client harness straps released an placed outside the seat the client can now be placed in the seat It is very important that the pelvis is positioned right back into the back of the seat base failure to do so may well detract from the sitting posture achieved 2 2 FASTENING THE HARNESS AND SECURING THE CLIENT 1 2 e D Rings Once the client is placed secure the harness around the client joining the straps at the release button 2 and pulling the straps through the cam buckles Fig 2 2b until correctly adjusted then close the cam buckles For extra adjustment pull or release the shoulder straps via the D rings Fig 2 2a Overlap the velcro band 3 attached to the lateral supports Fig 2 2c across the front of the client and close the velcro together Release Button Lateral Support Velcro Band View on A 2 3 FOOTREST FITTING amp ADJUSTMENT e Ifthe adjustable footrest is to be used this can be attached easily by inserting the footrest bracket into the locating socket at H Fig 2 3a the footrest is secured by turning the locking knob Fig 2 3b in a clockwise direction until locked e The footrest is easily detached by turning the locking knob anti clockwise 4 or 5 turns to release the lock and slide the locating bracket out e With the client safely seated as instructed the footrest can be simply adjusted by releasing the vertical Fig 2 3c a
3. ONE BY ANYONE OTHER THAN SPECIALISED ORTHOTIC SERVICES LTD see contact details enclosed 3 TO CONTACT SPECIALISED ORTHOTIC SERVICES LTD PLEASE REFER TO THE INFORMATION INCLUDED IN THIS USER MANUAL REPAIRS amp SERVICE Within the warranty period All Seating Systems manufactured by Specialised Orthotic Services Ltd carry a guarantee on the main parts for 12 months excluding covers and straps which are guaranteed for 3 months when used normally If during this period the product becomes defective and needs repair then please contact SOS please see the end of this users guide for details You can also contact your local wheelchair service regarding any faults requiring attention Outside the warranty period For any goods requiring repair or attention after the guaranteed period then assessment can be made as to the cost of the work required to effect the repair On acceptance of this quotation the work will proceed Misuse or neglect The repairs necessary resulting from misuse or neglect whether within the warranty period or not will be charged for MEDICAL DEVICES DIRECTIVE 93 42 EEC Specialised Orthotic Services Ltd in compliance with the Medical Devices Directive have an obligation to investigate and take corrective action on defective devices To assist us with this procedure we would appreciate your assistance in meeting this obligation by informing us as soon as possible and make the device available for inspe
4. UIDE 4 0 MAINTENANCE OF THE BM SYSTEM To make sure that the BM System remains satisfactory it is necessary to carry out simple maintenance 4 1 CLEANING THE BM SYSTEM During use the BM System will reguire cleaning This can be done by simply applying a warm damp cloth with a mild detergent to the inside surface of the seat to remove any soiling and towel dry Note The covers pads MUST be removed prior to any cleaning of the seat If the BM System remains slightly damp simply leave for a short period at room temperature to dry The inner Foam pads on the BM System are made from an open cell foam which will absorb water DO NOT get these excessively wet as the foam will be a problem to dry The cushion foam is sealed in a special water proof clear plastic protective skin which although waterproof is air permeable to assist daily management Under no circumstances is the clear protective skin to be removed as the foam will have no protection against contamination and will need to be replaced If the plastic skin becomes seriously damaged contact SOS immediately To clean the cushion pad simply wipe down with mild detergent and a damp cloth and towel dry and leave at room temperature to dry thoroughly Under no circumstances use excessive heat to try to dry the foam as this could damage the protective skin DO NOT PUT THE BM SYSTEM NEXT TO A HOT FIRE OR USE EXCESSIVE HEAT TO DRY AS EXCESSIVE HEAT COULD AFFECT THE COMPONENTS OF THE SEAT
5. ction as soon as possible having become aware of a defect We are required to notify the Competent Authority of certain types of incidents within 10 to 30 days As part of our quality system we have established procedures to deal with such incidences and would appreciate your swift notification to us via our telephone fax or e mail details at the end of this users manual If you reguire further copies of this handout or reguire further details relating to any of its content then please contact us Copyright applies specialised Orthotic Services Units 127 128 Fauld Industrial Park Tutbury Staffordshire DE13 9HS Tel 0044 0 1283 520400 Fax 0044 0 1283 520401 E mail enquiries specialorthotic com Web www specialisedorthoticservices co uk
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7. ever attempt to climb or descend an incline where the surface is rough wet or slippery gravel loose chippings grass rain ice snow etc If the equipment is to be used in an electric wheelchair then read carefully the wheelchair manufacturers instructions with regard to safety 3 Stability of Buggy Wheelchair and Seating Systems Cont e WARNING Whilst the client is seated in the seating system the attachment of any heavy object to the wheelbase i e shopping bags etc will have a serious effect on the overall stability of the wheelbase and may place the safety of the client at risk Stowage of the Seating System and Wheelchair During use of your Special Seating System it may be necessary for you to remove the Seating System and stow this along with the wheelchair in a vehicle e itis important to realise that these items pose a risk if not adequately restrained whilst in transit e itis not adequate to simply place the items into a car boot or the floor of an open vehicle such as an MPV or estate car as in a collision these unsecured items could cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle e Various retention methods are available to secure such equipment during transit and a list of Wheelchair Restraint System Manufacturers are listed below manufacturers UNWIN SAFETY SYSTEMS KOLLER ENGINEERING LTD QSTRAINT EUROPE SAFETEX W T 0 R S MANUFACTURERS Below are details of some Wheelchair T
8. ie down and Occupant Restraint Systems Unwin House The Horseshoe Coat Road Martock Somerset TA12 6EY Unit 5 Garrett Road Lynx Trading Estate Yeovil Somerset BA20 2TJ Unit 175 John Wilson Business Park Whitstable Kent CT5 3RB Unit 16 17 Bookham Industrial Park Church Road Bookham Surrey KT23 3EU TEL 01935 827740 FAX 01935 827760 E Mail sales unwin safety co uk TEL 01935 426695 FAX 01935 433766 E Mail enquiries koller co uk TEL 01227 773035 FAX 01227 770035 E Mail gstraint Ogstraint com TEL 01372 451272 FAX 01372 451282 E Mail sales safetex com USER GUIDE 1 0 1 1 FITTING THE BM SEATING SYSTEM TO THE WHEELBASE To fit the BM System correctly into the wheelbase is important for the clients safety e Make sure the velcro retaining straps 1 Fig 1 1a are undone before fitting the BM Seat into the wheelbase e Place the seat into the wheelbase making sure that it is right back on the seat canvass e Feed the two broad velcro straps around the wheelbase seat and overlap firmly to secure the BM seat in position View on A View on B USER GUIDE 2 0 2 1 PLAGING THE CLIENT IN THE BM SEAT It is important that all carers are aware of the Health 8 Safety guidelines for Lifting and Handling Before lifting the client make sure all straps are placed out of the BM System This will avoid the straps becoming trapped under the client when seated
9. ize that can be adjusted via growth liners to accommodate different sizes e The BM Seating System is intended for use by children from 12 months of age and upwards e It is important that children are assessed by a suitably qualified clinician with experience in the provision of SPECIALISED SEATING Contact your local Wheelchair Service who will be able to offer advice regarding the provision of SPECIALISED SEATING Basic Components of the BM System Velcro Retention Straps Shell Head Pad Lateral Thoracic Pads Back Rest MONDD F Cushion with Integral Pommel G 5 Point Harness H Adjustable Footrest Location J Hip Pads K Footrest Clinical Review To ensure the BM System continues to meet the clinical requirements of the client it is recommended that the system is reviewed by the Special Seating Clinic at least once a year This may be done automatically by your District Wheelchair Service If a client has had a BM System over 12 months it is recommended that you contact the District Wheelchair Services for a review This will ensure that the BM System is maintaining the clinical needs of the client Stability of Buggy Wheelchair and Seating Systems To ensure that the BM System and wheelbase are safe to use it is important that fitting the BM System to the wheelbase does not make the wheelbase unstable during normal daily use Each BM System when handed over to the user will be tested for Stabili
10. nd horizontal Fig 2 3b wing knobs 2 4 UPHOLSTERY All the support pads fitted to the BM System are attached by Velcro The pads have fitted covers and these can be removed by simply unzipping the cover USER GUIDE 3 0 3 1 ADJUSTING THE BM SEATING SYSTEM e The BM is provided with removable growth pads that allow the seating system to be adjusted to suit the original size of the client when assessed and also to allow for growth or comfort 3 2 ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF SEAT Leg Length e Ifthe harness goes through the back panel and packers then release the upper cam locks on the harness See 3 6 and pull the upper straps Fig 3 2a through the seat shell and all the back panels e Remove the complete back panel assembly including all pads Fig 3 2b e Refit the amount of packers you require if any and then refit the upholstered back panel Fig 3 2c e Refit harness straps See 3 6 3 3 ADJUSTING THE HEADREST If the harness goes through the headrest pads and packers then release the upper cam locks on the harness See 3 6 and pull the upper straps See 3 6 through the seat shell and all the back headrest pads Remove the headrest Fig 3 3a then remove the complete headrest pad assembly including all pads Fig 3 3b Refit the amount of packers you require if any then refit the upholstered headrest pad and headrest Fig 3 3c Refit harness straps See 3 6 Headrest can be
11. set at any height along the headrest pad via the velcro strips to find the correct position for the client 3 4 ADJUSTING THE HIP PADS Thigh Width Remove the upholstered pad Fig 3 4a remove the amount of pads you do not require Fig 3 4b then refit the upholstered pad 3 9 ADJUSTING THE LATERAL PADS Width 8 Height If the harness goes through the back panels and packers then release the upper cam locks on the harness See 3 6 and pull the upper straps Fig 3 5a through the seat shell and all the back panels Remove the complete back panel assembly including all pads Fig 3 5b Release the straps Fig 3 5c from the rear of the pads Reposition the lateral pads Fig 3 5d and secure the strap around the back of the pads Refit the back panel assembly and secure the Fig 3 52 chest strap Fig 3 5e Refit harness straps See 3 6 3 6 ADJUSTING THE HARNESS Height Press the red button Fig 3 6a in the centre of the buckle to release the straps Release all the cam buckles Fig 3 6b at the rear and under the shell and pull out the two upper straps Re insert the straps through all the corresponding pads Fig 3 6c at the required height and through the corresponding slot in the shell Fig 3 6d Adjust the strap lengths to roughly the correct length and close the cam buckles Fig 3 6e Finally follow the procedure for fastening the harness and securing the client See 2 2 USER G
12. specialised Orthotic Services BM SEATING SYSTEM USER S MANUAL ALL USER S OF THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE AWARE OF THIS DOCUMENT AND ITS CONTENT C E CLASS 1 DEVICE ISSUE 3 GONTENTS PAGE MAC csc ora sk A ce sees ee it pe od ee Se ee EER 1 Teli dece U si ol seem sam Cerny ms ney See nt ener rere ce ty Tee 2 Description e e eseeseeterressesttrerterressessrserterrenressrsttterrentessisetrerrensessesarserrenrent 2 Clinical Review ee ee eee ee ee side en ee ee ee ere E E E ee ee eee eee ee 3 Stability of Buggy Wheelchair amp Seating Systems errrrnrntrnneneeneneens 384 Recommendations on Transport rrrrrrrnrrntrenernnrenernnrnteenerneenneennent 4 1 0 User s Guide Fitting the BM Seating System 1 1 Fitting the BM Seating System to the Wheelbase lt ver revrntretrennenneets 5 2 0 User s Guide Lifting and Handling the Client 21 Placing the Client in the BM Systetii sss peasrirtnenetseprmtemnsreneamereners 6 2 2 Fastening tne Harness and Securing the Client sess teenindaja ena 6 2 3 Footrest Fitting amp Adjustment mrrrerrrneenneveeernensneensennens neva 7 2 4 Upholstery rrrerere nene nene nene nene nene nene nene nen neer enese nene nene nene nene 7 3 0 User s Guide Setting up of the BM 3 1 Adjusting the BM Seat ie PNG kd eas i ROR oe eladeee ns ss daa e oaase be saab eerie kem ise 8 3 2 Adjus hd the Seat Dep ih sesexteccersee
13. ty to the relevant angle of stability for the chair to be tested The recommended maximum angle of tilt is 12 degrees for attendant transit wheelchairs and 16 degrees for users of self propelling wheelchairs and 16 degrees for users of electric indoor and outdoor electric wheelchairs If the client is going to use additional items mounted to the wheelbase or seating system such as communications aids etc then it is essential that the test be done with these in situ to access their impact on the safety of the wheelbase Similarly simple items such as trays need to be in place for the test to take into account all the equipment to be used by the client see diagram opposite The stability test is always done with the Z client seated in the seating system and all 12 equipment to be used by the client on a daily basis when in the seating system in situ The combined client Seating System and wheelbase assembly is tested to the specified maximum angle of tilt 16 Once the test has been successfully completed a Stability Certificate will be issued by Specialised Orthotic Services Limited A copy of this certificate will be handed over when the equipment is supplied and should be kept with the user manual for future reference The BM is not to be used with any other wheelbase s than those for which it has been stability tested and proven safe for use Always steer clear of obstacles where possible When using the equipment n
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