Medifab Triton Chair User Manual
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1. Always ensure that the locating lugs are fully engaged and that seat is securely locked in place and secure on the base before using When mounting the seating system to a base for the first time or when an N adjustment has been made to the size of the system a stability assessment should be carried out prior to use of the equipment Sas Beak NE gt SA ROA CA oy tt a vn F e Release index plunger C which is underneath the interface plate and slide seat forward to remove it from the base The multi height and tilt base caters for all sizes of Triton It is controlled by a hydraulic pump mechanism To Raise The Chair e Pump the foot pedal several times until the desired height is reached The chair will raise with each pump To Lower The Chair e Place your foot under the pedal and gently lift the pedal up The chair RAISE LOWER will rd IN lower Pump down on pedal Lift pedal up with foot Up Down Always ensure that adjustment mechanism is free from obstruction before operating this chair Always ensure the base is stable and that the brakes are applied before performing the following adjustments og e Release the locking mechanism on the handle by squeezing the small latch A up on the handle e To Recline Use one hand to squeeze handle B and push down the chair handle at the same time use the other hand positioned on the chair ar2. If there is a problem with your rear shock cease use of your chair immediately and contact JCM Seating Solutions We recommend the following points for successful cleaning of your equipment It is possible that some Surface wrinkling may occur following these processes Fabric Upholstery Care Refer to JCMs seperate fabric cleaning guide which can be found on their website www jcmseating co uk or in hardcopy format from the JCM office Do not use bleach acidic solvent abrasive biological or phenolic based cleaners Metal Framework e lf all upholstery is removed the metal framework can be cleaned with hot soapy water and detergent or it can be steam cleaned Labelling may need to be replaced following steam cleaning e Ensure that the framework is thoroughly dried after cleaning e Always ensure that any moving or adjustable parts are re lubricated General maintenance should be carried out by a competent professional person who Is well informed on how to use the equipment See warranty page 29 if there is no such person available or a more thorough check is needed a service via an approved repairer see opposite should be booked The person who carries out the maintenance check or service should always fill out the service history log record page 28 in order to ensure the warranty remains valid As documented opposite the degree of maintenance required is dependant on various factors relating to the use of the product I
3. checks are completed and any additional individual verbal instructions given We therefore recommend the following points are adhered to prior to any re issue of equipment Cleaning Follow a rigorous process of cleaning in order to decontaminate the product and eliminate the chance of cross infection Assessment of Fabrics Foams Carefully assess the condition of fabrics and foams in the seating product and have these replaced partially or even completely if need be In severe cases if the chassis is worn and the seating in poor condition it may be necessary to have the product re furbished by the manufacturer In very severe cases if the chassis is badly worn and the seating in very poor condition then the product should be decommissioned and disposed of Electrical and Electronic Equipment Decomissioning If your product is set up with an electrical function you should always contact JCM or your authorised representative for de comissioning information Appropriateness of Equipment Check that the equipment supplied is appropriate for the needs of the user taking age weight ability diagnosis and any other important factors into account For instance JCM Seating Solutions Ltd products may not be suitable for persons with severe challenging patterns of behaviour Also ensure safe specified limits for use are not exceeded by the new user Your sales representative can advise on the suitability of the equipment Manuals and Reco
4. down onto the sternum strap e Always ensure that the belts offer your child both comfort and support If the childs clothing has been adjusted i e a jumper removed the straps should be re adjusted accordingly Fixing Onto Chair The straps at the top of the harness should be attached to the back frame of the chair The Triton comes with a fixing point either side at the top back of the chair for attachment of straps and harnesses The straps at the bottom of the harness should be attached to the buckles located on the underside of the back frame or an alternative location buckle which enables a straight pull of the lower strap Fastening of Belts Feed the fabric belt through the buckle on the strap e The belts should be pulled through enough to suitably support your child whilst still being comfortable e When this has been achieved the buckle should be snapped closed to secure the strap in place The same precautions highlighted here should be adhered to when using any form of trunk supports or flexi Supports with straps If there is any possible chance of the child getting the straps caught around their neck REMOVE THE HARNESS IMMEDIATELY Important Lap Strap Safety A Incorrect fitting of lap straps can put the user at serious risk When using lap straps we recommend the following points should always be adhered to Lap Strap Fitting adjustment strap at the buckle should be approximately The
5. only be fixed when the user is wearing shoes or boots Tray Do NOT use the tray as a way of securing children in a chair always ensure that the lap strap and any other straps supplied are used Ensure that the tray clips are secure on both sides of the tray If the tray is damaged ensure that this will not be a hazard to the user Never leave hot items on the tray while children are unattended Operating Brakes Indoor Base Frames Applying Brakes Releasing Brakes Depress lever B with your foot To To release the brakes you should flick secure the chair in place you should the levers up using the top of your foot suppress all the brakes fitted to the When all brakes are released the chair wheels on the base will be free to travel in any direction v IN Always apply the brakes while the chair is stationary Important Chest Harness Adjustment A GREAT CARE should be taken when fitting a chest harness and the following points should always be followed e The straps on the harness should never be allowed to move close to or in any way Cause an obstruction to the childs neck e The straps should never be fitted too tightly and should be clear from any obstruction e The sternum strap on the chest harness should always be adjusted prior to use to ensure that it is no higher than the middle of the users chest e Alap strap should always be fitted if a harness is being used to ensure the child cannot slide
6. Never over adjust or over tighten moving parts e All postural support straps and harnesses should be in place and properly adjusted to the user prior to usage of any kind see pages 8 9 e When fitted to an indoor base frame the Triton should always be positioned on a level flat floor The Triton chair can be moved between one working area and another For safety ALWAYS return the product to a neutral position and lower before moving lower in height level the seat ensure the back is upright etc After the chair has been moved and during use the chair should be placed in a static position with the brakes applied Indoor base frames such as the multi height and tilt base are designed to be used inside however it is acceptable to take these bases externally for a brief period if transferring the chair from one indoor area to another e Heavy items on the tray will affect stability The fitting of anything other than the standard JCM tray may substantially affect the stability of the seating system and should therefore be checked before issue e lf at any time it is noted that areas of the users skin remain reddened after being out of the seating system for around 10 minutes urgently contact the qualified professional who performed the hand over of the equipment This may be a sign of excessive pressure being exerted by the seating This might occur in the initial use of a new seat where further adjustment may be required where the user ha
7. angle that the hip belt is attached to the seating 3 76mm long Education of the care giver is essential system has a direct effect on the angle of pull on the for correct hip belt positioning pelvis o SIZING Corsets a Measure hip width to determine the belt size required e A 60 angle of attachment to the seat rail positions The suggested method for measuring hip width is from the hip belt anterior and inferior to the ASIS which trochanter to trochanter If this is not possible measure reduces the tendency of the client with a posterior from ASIS to ASIS and add a couple of inches The pelvic tilt to slip underneath the belt correct belt size for the individual has padding that e A higher angle of attachment of the primary straps Covers all of the bony prominences encourages a posterior pelvic tilt which assists in PES eg positioning clients with an anterior pelvic tilt Always check that the child s pelvis is symmetrical and positioned securely at the back of the seat e The secondary straps of a 4 point hip belt are attached to the seat post between 45 and 90 e Always ensure that the lap straps and chest to hold the primary padded strap in place and to harness hold the child securely and are prevent the belt from riding into the abdomen or comfortable Ensure they provide a snug fit a twisting simple rule of thumb is to allow two fingers to be inserted between the belt and the childs body e The angle of attachme
8. desired position along slot G e Fix in place by tightening the allen key bolt beneath the footplate Foot Straps Foot straps or ankle huggers can be attached through the slots in the sandal to secure feet Feed the strap through the buckle and close the buckle shut to secure IN Do not use foot straps unless the client is wearing shoes 23 Never modify your shock eye Modification improper service or use of non SR SUNTOUR spare parts voids the warranty and could cause a malfunction resulting in serious injury Follow the maintenance schedule if the shock system shows any malfunctions such as losing oil making unusual sounds or any part is bent or broken cease use of the seating system immediately and contact JCM for assistance Never try to open or disassemble the shock system Opening the shock system could cause serious injury setting the Strength of Resistance amp Power of Return For maximum performance and comfort it is necessary to adjust the strength of resistance and power of return of the dynamic mechanism The resistance is adjusted by varying the air pressure and should be determined by the user s weight seating position seat design and personal preference The air pressure is adjusted with a standard schrader valve shock system pump A on the main air valve of the dynamic mechanism strong Resistance Increasing the Air Pressure The shock system is more difficult to compress during use The sea
9. e adjustments for professionals but they also give information on how the equipment should be safely used maintained checked and correctly assembled by anyone who uses the seating system In every case the equipment should be supplied via qualified professionals who will have adjusted the equipment checked its compliance and tested it appropriately The seating system should only ever be adjusted by qualified professionals and persons that are suitably trained For further information please do not hesitate to contact us all contact details are on the back cover of the manual Thank you for purchasing our product we hope you enjoy Your new seating system Where to find the Serial No amp Size Labels Serial Number Handle size seating Unit Size Located at the lower Located on the Located on the right back of the seat on right hand side hand side underneath The model the inside of the back of the handle the seating unit just name can angle adjustment where the handle above where the leg be found section feeds beneath the rest joins either side seating unit of the seat here MEASUREMENTS Triton O Triton 1 pida MIN pr 5 8 8 11 11 14 11 14 14 17 14 117 17 20 17 20 Footplate E Seat Width Between Hip 10 6 12 6 12 8 14 8 14 10 16 10 16 12 18 Pads F Floor to Seat 4 inch Castors Min 14 Max 32 3 inch Castors Min 12 Max 40 el Min Spa
10. e bar B Always ensure the plungers are locked securely in place before use Forward and Backward e The pommel position forward and back can Fa be adjusted by un tightening the screw on i the metal mounting with the 4mm allen key y provided and sliding the pommel pad along the slot in the metal pommel bracket Ensure you re tighten the allen key bolt when the metal pole is in place e For an increased adjustment you can remove the pad from the metal bracket completely re locating the metal bracket 180 degrees to its original position and then re fit the pad back onto the bracket accordingly 21 Arm Rest Positioning Adjusting Arm Height A highlights the plunger which is used to adjust the height of the arms and therefore in turn the height of the tray e Pull plunger A outwards away from the arm and while holding the lever open slide the arm up or down selecting one of the holes shown B to reposition e When a suitable position has been acquired lock the arm into place by releasing the lever ensuring it fits securely back in place Adjusting Arm Angle The arms fitted to your Triton chair can be altered to sit throughout an angle range enabling the user to level their tray no matter what tilt the chair is secured at 4 e Pull plunger C outwards away from the arm e While holding the lever open tilt the arm up or down to achieve the angle required e When a suitable position ha
11. edifa Triton Chair Therapist and Carer manual Medifab Medical Fabrication Australia 26 Pardoe St East Devonport TAS 7310 e New Zealand 7 Allens Road Ashburton 7700 Call 1300 543 343 AU e 0800 543 343 NZ www medifab com e info0medifab com ABN 49 828 922 466 Please Read Before Use CONTENTS OCMC TOU EEE 3 Where to find the Serial No Size Labels rrrrrsrarrrrrrrrvrrrrnrrrrrrrrrrrrnrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrnrrrssssssssrnen 3 MESSE MEN PST AP o O ENA 4 Seating System Components occcccnnnnnccncononnnnnnnnnnonnnnonononnnonnnononnnnnnonannononornnrinannnnnrnaninenens 5 Important Safety AQdVICE usos room 6 Important Safety Advice ACCEOSSOMIOS occoooonocccinoconococononoconnnononocononnnoninononononononnnnnnicnnnnnnns 7 Operating Brakes Indoor Base Frames ooccccccncccooccccccnncnnoicnnnnnnnnnnoonononnnononoonnnnnnnononinoninnos 7 Important Chest Harness Adjustment ooooooccccccnnnnnnniocnnnnnnnnnoocnnnnnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnonos 8 important Lap Strap EE KN 9 Useful Info Adjustment Points Lever USe ooooooccccccccnoccccnnnnncoconnnnnnnononononocnononononanionoos 10 Lever Use Using Index PlUNQEES coooccocorononononcnronononnononononoronrorononarononnoncanononorenenonos 11 Adjusting Shoulder Protraction Pads ccccooocoooccccccnnnnnnocononnnonononoconononononononnnnnonnnnionininannnos 11 Mounting of Seating UNit oonccccccoconocccccnnnnnnooccnnnnnnnnnonocononononononnnnnnnn
12. est Adjustment Sandal Adjustment Point EE Handwheel Effective Operation of Lock Levers Where Fitted Never remove these levers entirely as this e Continue to hold the lever out and will prevent you from being able to perform reposition the lever handle in a suitable adjustments in the future position past the obstruction e To use Turn the lever handle clockwise Release the handle to re engage the to tighten or anti clockwise to loosen lever function B and continue to tighten or loosen in the normal way e To use the lever when an obstruction y is met Pull the handle of the lever e Repeat this procedure in areas where outwards towards you A This disables adjustment is restricted due to an the function of the lever obstruction Lever Use Using Index Plungers Using the Index Plungers Locking Variety Only e lo place the plungers in an open position Pull out the plungers to maximum tension and turn them through a half turn anti clockwise B This places them in an open position C LOCKED TURN OPEN e To close Turn the plungers a half turn clockwise and they should snap back into a locked position A Pad Width e Pull and hold plunger A out e Manually position the pad to fit the user by sliding the pad in or out e Select the desired position and release the plunger ensuring it locates into one of the J o holes on the paq bar B Pad Angle e Manually position t
13. he positioning holes beneath the seat B 17 e Line up the arms of the e Slide the arms of e Secure the tray in place tray with the holes on the tray through the with the hand wheel the arms of the chair A holes until the desired at the side of the chair position is reached arm Always ensure that the arms are fixed in position and the tray is secure before leaving the user unattended Never leave anything hot on the tray while the client is unattended Pad Height e Pull the cushioned pad away from the framework e Loosen the allen key bolts A on both sides of the sacral pad 2 altogether e Move the pad up or down within the adjustment slot e Once in place tighten the bolts to secure Pad Angle amp Depth e Loosen hand wheel B gently tilt the pad up or down and move forward or back to create the desired lumber curve in the lower back e Once in place securely tighten the hand wheel Hip Pad Width Hip Pad Angle Where Fitted e Whilst holding plunger A up adjust the e Push down button C hip pad along the hip pad bar B e Manually adjust the pad to the desired e Relocate the plunger into one of the angle N EE ND e Release the button C to secure The pads can be ratcheted into position however to maximise the life of the part it is recommended that the release button is used to bring the hip pad into the desired alignment Thigh Pad Adjustment These pads enable
14. he Work JCM is Obliged to Complete JCM s obligation under this warranty is to replace or repair any defective goods within the period of the warranty free of charge What the Warranty Does Not Cover e Items that are damaged or fail due to natural wear and tear extreme usage neglect or misuse e Accidental damage modifications or repairs carried out by a third party unauthorized by JCM or non professional healthcare representative Customer Responsibility To ensure the warranty remains valid customers are advised that servicing maintenance and re issuing guidelines must be followed and documented as stated in the manual JCM will require proof of service see opposite for any warranty claims or orders When making a claim JCM reserve the right to inspect the product and all necessary documentation Only valid for products purchased after 1st April 2006 Applies only to products exclusively manufactured by JCM IMPORTANT JCM Seating Solutions Ltd will not be held responsible for any damage or injury caused by incorrect use of this product For any information or guidance on the use of this product please call our office who will put you through to your local representative or send you any additional information you may require Tel 01733 405830 Most JCM Seating Solutions Ltd products are individually assessed for a client prior to issue They are handed over in a controlled way to ensure optimum fit and specification
15. he pad by pushing towards the front of the chair to give the correct amount of shoulder protraction e Depress button C and hold down to flip the pad away from the user e Release button C to secure in place The pads can be ratcheted into position however to maximise the life of the part it is recommended that the release button is used to bring the protractor into the desired alignment 11 Always ensure the base is stable and that the brakes are applied before mounting the seating unit Please note that the handle fitted is dependent on the size of the chair You therefore need to ensure the size label on the handle matches the size of the chair being used e There are 2 cut outs on the top of the interface plate A which are for locating lugs B on the seating unit to fit into e Position the seating unit above outs on the interface plate A the interface plate lining up the locating lugs B with the cut outs A on the interface plate e Push the seating unit inwards towards the back of the chair until the locating lugs click into place e Carefully lower the seat onto the interface plate ensuring the locating lugs B slide into the cut Y e Ensure the seat is securely located on the base before using j 3 f 0000000 gt gt DIA View from the side showing the seating unit View of seat engaged with the base lugs lowering into the interface plate cut outs d Y
16. lly ina hole before using the chalr e Remove the back pad cushion Ah which is held in place by press studs e Loosen the two allen key bolts A on the plastic back panel e Slide the plastic panel up or down to the desired height m li A e Tighten the two allen key bolts securely e Replace the back cushion pad Note The picture shows the Dynamix model of the Triton chair The Custom model has hand wheels on the back of the chair Adjusting Seat Depth e Loosen do not remove the allen key bolts A on both sides of the seat e Slide the seat in or out to change the length e Fix the position by tightening the allen key bolts securely When mounting the seating system to a base for the first time or when an adjustment has been made to the size of the system a stability assessment should be carried out prior to use of the equipment Once you have adjusted the seat length always ensure these points are firmly fixed and are checked as part of maintenance of the chair The leg length discrepancy is adjusted by altering the 2 split seat pads either side of 0 adjust seat length pull the front of the seat as shown above and hold out plunger A e Whilst holding the plunger out manually adjust the seat pad by pulling the Br abduction pad out away from or in towards the seat s e Release the plunger and ensure It is securely relocated into one of t
17. m or side to help guide the chair into the recline position e To put into Prone Squeeze handle B and pull the chair handle upwards and forwards at the same time use the e Ensure that the latch A other hand positioned on the chair arm or side to on the handle moves back help guide the chair into the prone position into a closed position this e Once in position release handle ensures the tilt position Is B to lock the tilt mechanism locked in place The operator should control the motion of the chair while the squeeze handle is engaged The amount of support required will vary with the size and weight of the user We recommend practicing this operation on first use before placing the client in the chair e Manually alter the position of the handle by pushing the top section down e To unfold pull the handle up until you hear a click e Depress both buttons C on the inside of pub ea it is the handle In place Only use the push handle to move the chair The push handle should be folded down when not in use Always ensure the base is stable and that the brakes are applied before performing the following adjustments To Raise The Chair To Lower e Located at the back of the chair The Chair beneath the base locate the handle A and continuously Use the handle A push down to raise the height again but this time The seat height will raise with apply pressure additional assis
18. n addition to the specific functional adjustment warnings specified in this manual it should be ensured that a thorough inspection of the following should be completed at no greater than 6 month intervals Points listed here are generic across the JCM range and do not apply to all products Castors e Lift base and check each wheel to ensure it is not damaged loose or worn e Removing any grease or dirt that has built up on the wheels check that the brakes Brakes Stop the wheels rotating e Check they are securely fixed in place amp that there are no signs of damage or wear amp tear e Ensure handles are functioning correctly Head e Check there are no signs of damage or wear and tear e Ensure push handle grips are secure Seat Tilt e With the tilt lock released check for free movement with no signs of damage or wear In Space to the mechanism lever or cables Mechanism e Tighten the lock and ensure it holds the seat angle e With the seat unloaded press the lever amp ensure It moves freely to the maximum height e In incremental stages add weight up to the maximum load 40 60 80 or 100kgs and over a period of time approx 10 15 minutes check that there is no creep Fr eg lowering of the seat If it is not practical to perform this test as a minimum requirement immediately following the maintenance check the static position of the seat should be monitored whilst a user is positioned in the system e With the load on p
19. nd the wings are not tight around the head The headrest wings are ideally set at 45 degrees to the back Whilst holding plunger A open pull the long sitting pad forwards away fully from the chair to remove To extend shorten relocate the plunger into another of the positioning holes B underneath the sitting pad Ensure that the plunger is fully locked in place into one of the holes before use 20 Lateral Support Adjustment Height amp Width of ae Loosen both bolts A using the allen key cele a Bj e Slide the pads up or down along the slot in the seat back B to adjust the height e Slide the pads horizontally along the slot C to adjust the width e Re tighten the allen key bolts to secure Flip Away Action Where Fitted e Pull plunger D downwards e Flip the supports away to aid transfer or set up M e When ready push the supports back in until they lock in place Check that the supports are not too high under the arms of the user or tight IN around chest area by running your fingers around the inside of the supports Also check that the supports do not infringe on any feeding tubes Pommel Height Note The height adjustment is used for removing the pommel or adjusting accordingly to the height of the chair cushion e Whilst holding out plunger A adjust the height by sliding the metal mount pole up or down and locate the plunger in the relevant hole on th
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21. nt may have to be compromised in order to accommodate such e Never leave a child in a chair unattended without situations as wounds in the pelvic area unstable the lap strap being fastened hip joints or gastric tubes e A lap strap should always be fitted if a harness is being used Tightening the belt Keep belt tightened at adjustment straps during fitting and daily use to ensure correct pad placement For padded hip belts the pads are to be touching when correctly tightened For non padded hip belts the Harness and Lap Strap Positioning This diagram shows the recommended positioning of the chest harness and lap straps When altering the angle between the seat and the back of the chair always re adjust the chest harness and lap strap accordingly to ensure all safety recommendations are followed Chest Harness All straps amp Fitting harnesses must The cross strap on be securely the chest harness fitted to the must be fitted no back of the higher than the chalr sternum mid chest Primary Lap Strap Fitting Primary Lap Strap Fitting _ secondary lap strap fitting four point lap strap The chair comes with a fixing point either side at the top of the back for attachment of straps and harnesses Adjustments Points Underneath Seat Split Seat seat depth Leg Length adjustment Discrepancy bolts Adjustment This Is only fitted if specified at assessment Leg r
22. o the new user Adjustment Adjustment of the equipment to the new user must be carried out by suitably qualified and experienced professionals These adjustments along with the other appropriate checks and tests should be completed with the owners knowledge and agreement Hand Over Competent handing over of the equipment to the new user or attendant must include proper training and advice in safe use particularly regarding transportation issues Packaging Always ensure that the chair is packaged correctly before delivery Handle Fitting Please note that the handle fitted is dependent on the size of the chair You therefore need to ensure the size label on the handle matches the size of the chair being used Thank Yon Por choosing to work with Medifab We believe in Shaping Better Lives through Consistency of Care IF Hereis anything Hat we can be of help with please do not hesitate to contact the friendly Ham here Medifab Medical Fabrication 7 9 Allens Road Ashburton 7700 New Zealand 26 Wade Court Sale Victoria 3853 Australia AU 1300 543 343 NZ 0800 543 343 medifab com info medifab com
23. rds Ensure this instruction manual and any additional manuals for the seating unit are handed over to the new user with the equipment and ensure the servicing log history is up to date Records on the new user must be updated to maintain traceability Inspection The equipment should have a rigorous inspection prior to the reissue to include the points covered in the six monthly routine check regardless of if the checks were recently completed The equipment should be free of excessive wear or distortion in any aspect of its main construction or accessories Condition Wheels tyres and brakes must be in good working condition properly adjusted and inflated as appropriate Accessories Check all accessories carefully for damage and potential shortcomings which may pose a risk to the user Function Ensure that all the functions of the chair are working correctly e g tilt in soace height adjustment back recline folding etc Fixings Check that any knobs hand wheels nuts bolts levers and fixings are in good condition and fitted in place securely Modifications Any special modifications adaptations alterations or other such procedures including added accessories may require review If they are found inappropriate remedial action if considered safe and practical should be taken to reverse them if possible Labelling Any labelling specific to the previous user should be removed and replaced with labelling specific t
24. ress the lever amp ensure the seat travels freely to the lowest position Seat e Check the attachment points of the seat and backrest upholstery are tight Backrest e Check for worn covering Rough worn upholstery can cause discomfort would be Upholstery difficult to keep hygienically clean and may cause skin Irritation CE N e Check there are no signs of damage or wear and tear e Ensure the function secures the seating unit properly HENG e Check all metal parts to ensure there are no signs of damage or wear and tear maintenance the paying particular attention to adjustable or moving parts o al east Check there are no signs of failure in joints and welds SA e Checktightness amp security of all fixings bolts nuts spring loaded pegs amp other fitments depending on e Check for signs of fatigue wears replace parts that show signs of wear or repeatedly conditions of use becoming loose ill a e ANCHOR POINTS where applicable for transportation must be checked to ensure inspection is security check there are no signs of damage wear and tear or failure recommended Fixtures e Check arm pads and headrest and replace if worn What should be completed during a service A service is a comprehensive combination of inspection maintenance and repair or replacement of worn faulty or missing components The growth and any changes of the occupants needs since the original assessment Is taken into account when performing the
25. s Prone 17 Tilt 25 Prone H Back Angle 25 Recline 5 Forward Base Footprint 2 22 J User Weight Maximum 220 4 lbs Primo back will go approximately 1 inch lower Gharwegnt oms 16lbs 17 lbs 19 1bs 22 tbs 27lbs 27 Ibs 30 16 NA Seating System Components Push Handle Headrest Shoulder Protraction Pads Lateral Supports Hip Pads Adjustable Thigh Pads Footplate Castors Multi Height amp Tilt Base Tray Fixing Holes Armrest Legrest PAGTIOQI1MUNUWUP gt ZN We at JCM are committed to producing products of the highest standard All of our products fulfil the essential safety and environmental requirements as defined in the European Directives However improper use of the products will potentially put the users at risk and therefore JCM strongly suggest that the following information is strictly adhered to at all times Throughout the manual there are important points to note identified by the symbol AN e Ensure all adjustment mechanisms are secure and in place before operation If it is likely that the hand wheels will be repeatedly loosened JCM can supply allen key bolts as an alternative We strongly recommend this if there is a danger from those in the vicinity of the user e After completing any alterations ENSURE all nuts bolts knobs hand wheels and other fixings are securely tightened and in position and that they are regularly checked as part of the maintenance of the chair
26. s been acquired lock the arm into place by releasing the lever ensuring it fits securely back in place The plunger C should pull out freely if resistance is felt ensure no weight is being put through the arm rest IN Always ensure that the arms of the chair are secure before using the chair e Relocate both plungers into one of the positioning holes B e Ensure the plungers are securely located in position e Pull out both plungers A on either side of the leg rest e Manually adjust the legrest to the desired angle pe Footrest Footplate amp Sandal Adjustment Footrest Angle Adjustment e Relocate the plunger into one of the positioning holes D at the back of the e Pull out and hold plunger C footplate e Manually tilt footplate to desired angle The plungers C and E should pull out freely if resistance is felt ensure no weight is being put through the footrest Footplate Height e Ensure footplate lock bolt below is untightened e Pull out and hold plunger E e Slide the footplate to the desired height 7 2 Release plunger relocating into one of the holes F fl n Locking Off Footplate As an optional feature the footplate can be locked off completely To do this tighten the bolt shown with the allen key provided DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN Sandal Rotation e Underneath the footplate loosen the central allen key bolt turning anti clockwise e Rotate the sandal to the
27. s been badly placed grown or where an underlying medical problem exists Review may be necessary in such cases e Keep all products away from excessive sources of heat cigarettes and naked flames e If you suspect that the system may be faulty cease use of the equipment straight away and immediately contact the organization who supplied the system JCMs contact information can be found on the back cover e The equipment will be labelled with important information NEVER REMOVE these information labels or allow them to be defaced overlaid or altered e All modifications adjustments reconditioning repairs disposal and servicing of the seating unit must ONLY be carried out by the agencies who supplied the equipment see pages 26 27 Important Safety Advice Accessories 4 Multi Adjustable Head support Wings on the head support are ideally set at 45 degrees Do NOT bring the wings in tight to the head Ensure that the head support is set in such a way that the child cannot loop their head around the wings and get stuck Flexi Supports and Lateral Supports Ensure the straps do not infringe on any feeding tubes the child may have Pommel The pommel is designed to abduct the users knees to help keep the hips in a good position Do NOT use the pommel as a way of holding the user in the seat Remove the pommel when transferring the user in and out of the seat not required for Star X Series Foot Sandals and Straps should
28. senernsennenen 21 ETT 22 Arm Rest POSIHIONINO oocccccoccnnoronononononoononannonoroncnnicononenonoronoonononnononorononnaronorenenoronsonos 22 Footrest Footplate amp Sandal Adjustment ooooncccccnccncnnonocnnnnnocnnnnononononononononononononononnnnnnos 23 Setting Up the Dynamic Back Mechanism oooooooccccnncnnnnoniconnnnnnnnnoocnnnnnnnnononononnnnnnnonos 24 25 SPP ooo A 26 General Maintenance EEE 26 Servicing via Approved Repalrer mmmurrrmrrrrvvrrerrrrvrrevrrrrrrevrrrrsrsrrrrsserrrrrssesrrnvssessrnsserernessene 21 Service Record LOJ ooooccccnccncccoconononnnnnnonononnnnnnnonononnonononnnronannnnnnrrnrranonnnnnnnninannnnonenanininna 28 A e a ero BS E OE E E o e io In 29 Inspecting amp Reissuing of EQUIPMONL coooocccncnnccncnnoniocnnonononnnnnnocnnnnononnnonononononononnononinos 30 31 Introduction The Triton is designed to provide comfort and postural support The system is available in seven sizes across three models to accommodate children from as young as 6 months through to adult This instruction manual contains very important information about the Triton seating system how to use it safely and obtain the best results from it Please read all the information contained in this manual before using the chair and retain for future reference Ensure everyone using the equipment is aware of the contents of this manual and understands how to use the equipment safely These instructions provide guidance on th
29. service This is in contrast to general maintenance opposite where only straightforward checks inspections and adjustments take place and primary services are planned What happens if a fault is found If any faults are found that could prove to be a risk to either the user or the operator then all use of the equipment should be ceased immediately until the product has been repaired Who should carry out the service It is stressed that only aJCM approved repairer or a person with competent training of a Class 1 medical device should carry out this work Any modifications must not be carried out without prior agreement of JCM Seating Solutions Ltd lt must be understood that unauthorised modifications may pose a risk to users and attendants Unauthorised modifications will also invalidate the warranty Any new parts required should be genuine JCM Seating Solutions Ltd approved parts fitted to JCM specifications Frequency of Service JCM recommend that a service of this product is completed once every 6 months as a minimum However the frequency of inspection and service must be altered depending upon the severity of use If the system is used in any of the following ways then the use could be said to be fairly heavy and constant Therefore we would recommend the service interval be reduced to once every three months Daily for around 8 to 10 hours Weekly for at least 6 days out of 7 Monthly for at least 11 months a year B
30. ssary to disengage the dynamic mechanism lo do this e Lock the system by switching the lever from the J open to locked position on the lever on the EY shock system N e The mechanism should not be left in the locked position as part of normal use You should ensure the mechanism is returned to the open position once the activity demanding the lock out has been completed Maintenance Schedule The rear shock systems need a minimum of maintenance only e Use water and soap only to clean the system never use a high pressure washer or any water under pressure to clean the shock system as water may enter the system Before every use e Check air pressure it is normal for the shock system to lose air pressure slightly over time Check to ensure itis appropriately set for your client e Adjust power of return set up to ensure it is set appropriately for your client The extensive service of the shock system internals N must only be done by an authorized technician WARNING Please note that your SR SUNTOUR rear shock is filled with oil and nitrogen This makes it impossible to open the rear shock without having the knowledge and special tools required to carry out this task Please do not try to open the rear shock for service issues this implies a very high risk of getting seriously injured Besides this you will not be able to reassemble the shock any more Opening the shock will void its warranty
31. t back feels firmer when pushed against e Attach the pump to the air valve on the back of the dynamic mechanism B e Pump air into the valve to increase pressure e Watch the pressure valve dial on the pump to determine the amount of pressure added Weak Resistance Decreasing the Air Pressure Makes the shock system compress more easily The seat back feels softer when pushed against e Press button C on the pump and keep gre gt depressed until the air pressure resistance ar a achieves required level 0 The pressure range is 50 250psi Never exceed an air pressure of 250psi in the uncompressed shock system Exceeding the maximum air pressure of 250Ibs inch could result in serious injury setting the Power of Return The power of return controls the rate at which the shock system decompresses or rebounds The amount of return strength needed depends on the user s weight the spring rate which is set by the air pressure the amount of use the sitting style and personal preferences The best way to adjust the return strength is to decrease it completely by turning the red adjuster wheel D clockwise labelled slow and test by placing the user in the seat Increase the damping by slowly turning the wheel counter clockwise labelled fast until the user feels comfortable and safe without the suspension kicking the user too far forward Disengaging the Mechanism Occasionally at meal times etc it is nece
32. tance required to the top of the dependent upon the weight of seat with one hand the user whilst pushing e Release the handle when the down handle A desired height is ro f you find performing these actions difficult to do simultaneously on your own please get another person to help you To Perform the Tilt in Soace on the 5 Star Base e Lift safety latch e Tilt the base e When the desired Always ensure that B up to prepare interface to the angle has been the groove on the the base for the desired angle achieved Close safety latch B is tilt adjustment operation latch C securely located The adjustment by pushing down onto the bar D e Lift operation range can be until it bar D to secure the seat latch C up seen via the locates securely into place until it stops groove at the into a set position disengaging bar side of the seat groove F D base e Push down safety latch B to prevent accidental operation of the tilt In space Back Angle Adjustment e At the lower back of the chair squeeze together levers A this releases them from their holding position in holes B e Whilst holding the levers together hold the chair by the top of the back and guide the angle of the back into the required position e Relocate the levers into the relevant positioning holes B to secure the back in place e Always ensure that the back is secure and that the levers are located fu
33. y an active user or somebody who is very active voluntarily or involuntarily By a user who is above 80 of the maximum user weight recommended Transported in a moving vehicle twice or more in a day If the usage exceeds the amount highlighted above it is possible that services every six weeks or less might be needed How To Book A Service JCM have specified technicians trained to service our products If you would like JCM to service your chair or for further information please contact us on 01733 405830 Alternatively contact the person who issued you with the product 28 Service Record Log This log is an important record of usage and care of the product It is a primary tool in predicting the need for further service and maintenance It should be completed each time an inspection service or any other significant manipulation has taken place JCM Seating Solutions Ltd will require proof of service for any warranty claims or orders Seating system serial number Date delivered Battery use by date Service Performed Print Name amp Sign Please contact JCM if additional log sheets are required 3 YEAR WARRANTY Products manufactured by JCM are covered with a manufacturers 3 year warranty What it Covers The warranty covers all aspects of product failure due to faulty workmanship or manufacturing Period of Cover The period of the warranty runs for 3 years from the date that the product is dispatched T
34. you to sit the client in an abducted position which can help to lower muscle tone create a wider sitting base and maintain the hips in a good position e Lift seat pad cushion e Loosen both bolts A with the allen key provided e Manually adjust the pads position by pulling the pads away from each other or pushing them together along the slot B e Fix in place by tightening bolts A by turning clockwise Adjusting the Wing Angle This adjustment point allows you to move the wing position to offer more side support to the head This adjustment point allows you to alter the angle of the headrest to support the head and neck e Unzip the headrest cover at the back and loosen the allen key bolts A e Adjust the sides of the headrest into the desired position e After desired position has been reached tighten the bolts to secure in place Perform this for either side wing of the headrest Adjusting the Headrest Angle Levers B should be operated together to achieve the desired head positioning of the user Loosen the levers by turning anti clockwise e Once loose the head support angle can be manually adjusted to suit the user e Tighten the levers to secure in place Adjusting the Headrest Height Loosen the hand wheel C e Slide the headrest up or down inside the bracket on the back of the chair e Re tighten the hand wheel to secure in place Always check that the headrest is secure a
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