aidapt VG701OAT User manual

Dual Motor Rise and
Recline Chair
Walmesley
Dual Motor
in Fabric
Walmesley
Dual Motor
in Leatherette
Fixing and Maintenance Instructions
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VG701OAT.................. Oatmeal
VG701MK ......................... Mink
VG701LBR .............. Chestnut
Petite
VG701PLBR ............. Chestnut
VG701PPMK ................... Mink
Petite
Walmesley

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INTRODUCTION
The Walmesley Standard and Petite dual motor lift chairs by Aidapt allow you to elevate your feet
for total comfort and recline the back ensuring a relaxed comfortable position for the user. Aidapt’s
dual motor range of lift chairs are engineered and designed to be the ultimate in lift chair performance,
style and comfort. Powered by the world class OKIN 2 motor drive system for total reliability and
efficiency.
Features of the chair include the spring assisted footrest that will flip up if it comes into contact with an
obstruction when lowering to minimise injury or damage. The Walmesley range is fitted with 4 rubber
pads to prevent floor damage and provide a solid positioning, additionally, the chair comes with 2
locking castors for the rear of the chair if the user wishes to fit these for extra stability.
The Walmesley range of chairs have been designed to an excellent standard, the OKIN dual motor
has been engineered to offer you the complete infinity position, enabling you to raise the chair to an
almost standing position for easy transfer to and from the chair and to recline to your preferred
sleeping/relax position.
Please read the instruction manual thoroughly for the correct usage of the chair, especially
the safety information.
Ensure you keep this manual readily available for future reference after you have read it through.
FEATURES
· Removeable back for easy handling
· Easy to use hand control
· Choice of colours available
· Raises to an almost standing position
· Infinity position from totally flat to lift up position
· Lounger style design that fully supports the legs
· Maximum seat elevation to enable perfect stability in full lift position
· OKIN dual motor drive system
·Top grade steel base for durability and cross support strength
· Engineered bushings & washers at pivot points provide quiet smooth operation and reliability
· Tested, certified and approved by SGS to CE, RoHS, BS8474:2013, BS5852: part 2 Crib 5, EMC,
LVD
· Battery back-up in case of power failure in the home ( Batteries not supplied)
· Maximum capacity of chair – 160kg
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: The chair must be assembled correctly
according to the assembly instructions enclosed.
The manufacturers of the chair, their agents and distributors
are not liable for any damages caused by
improper assembly of the chair.
WARNING: Please ensure you take care when adjusting chair
positions to avoid trapping or pinching of body parts.

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SAFETY INFORMATION (Continued)
WARNING: Please lower the chair with caution as there is a risk
of entrapment. Ensure there are no children or pets underneath
the chair when lowering. Also carers should stand clear of the
chair when lowering.
WARNING: This chair is not suitable for use by children. Any
children or animals within the vicinity must be
supervised by an adult at all times and should never be allowed
to play with the chair.
WARNING: Do not sit on footrest
WARNING: Exercise care when lowering into the chair as shock
loads can severely damage the chair and the mechanism
WARNING: This is an electrical item and should be treated with
caution
When the chair is not in use it should be returned to the seated
position.
• Ensure the chair is placed on a at, level oor.
• Do not use your chair in an excessively humid or dusty environment, as it may cause electrical shock
or mechanical problems. The chair must be kept in a dry room.
• Do not use your chair in room temperatures exceeding 40 degrees.
• Do not expose your chair to heaters, stoves or direct sunlight to protect the upholstery.
• Do not use your chair outdoors.
• Ensure the voltage corresponds with the specications indicated for the chair.
• When the chair is not in use for long periods of time, disconnect the power cord from the main supply.
• Do not sit, rest or place any heavy objects on the armrest, footrest or back of the chair.
The PU material used in this range is environmentally friendly
and exposure to a wet environment will accelerate the natural
degradation of the material. To ensure the lifetime of the chair
please do not put wet towels or cloths on the surface and keep
the recliner in a dry environment when storing. Some natural
degradation of the material may develop after approximately 3
years.

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SAFETY INFORMATION (Continued)
• Do not jump or play on the chair, as this is not a toy.
• To prevent any unauthorised use, Aidapt Bathrooms Ltd recommends that the plug is removed from
the socket when the product is not in use.
• Do not disconnect the plug from the electrical outlet roughly or unplug by pulling the cord.
• Do not connect or disconnect the plug from the electrical outlet with wet hands. It may result in electrical
shock or mechanical breakdown.
• Do not place the AC/DC adaptor cord under the chair as it may cause damage to the cord and result
in electrical shock.
• Do not let the AC/DC adaptor cord hang down from the chair.
• Do not use the chair if the AC/DC cord or plug is damaged, or if the electrical outlet is excessively
loose. Contact a professional for inspection.
• If necessary, the power cable may be replaced with an identical one, but it must only be replaced by
a qualied technician.
• Do not touch the surface of the plug immediately after use, as it can be hot.
• Do not operate the remote control with wet hands, sharp or heavy objects.
• Avoid dropping the remote control.
• Do not step or place heavy objects on the remote control wire.
• Do not put your ngers and hands in between the seat and the footrest when the chair is
reclining or when the chair is returning back from the recline position to sitting position. You
may hurt your ngers/hands badly.
• This chair must be used in accordance with the instructions provided.
• The chair is not for professional use.
• The manufacturers of this chair, their agents and distributors are not liable for any damages to person(s)
or property(s) resulting from improper use of the chair.
• Use caution when using the lift feature if the chair back is reclined. The back should be in the upright
position when entering and leaving the chair unless a side transfer is being done using a vertical lift.
• Ensure the chair castors are braked when transferring.
CAUTION: A sudden change in temperature from cold to warm can cause condensation on electrical
and mechanical parts. It is recommended that the chair be allowed to warm up for a minimum of an hour
before using to ensure proper operation and reduce the chances of mechanical breakdown.
Do not use the lift chair if any of the following events occur:
• Water is accidentally spilled on the chair. This may result in electric shock.
• The upholstery is torn and the inside mechanism is exposed.
• You detect any malfunction or another abnormal condition during operation.
Use Caution if there is a power failure. Injury may occur when power is restored unexpectantly if the
operation buttons are depressed. Avoid using the chair during severe lightning storms.
Please switch the power OFF immediately and disconnect the AC power cord from the electrical outlet
in the event of accidental damage or malfunction. Contact a professional for servicing.
SPECIFICATIONS:
WEIGHT - the net weight of the chair is 56.5kgs (124.3lbs)
- the maximum weight capacity of the chair is 160kgs (352lbs)
Power Requirements – 100~240 V 50Hz 70W
Note motor operation: 2 minutes is available for continual use, allow 15 to 30 seconds between cycling
the motor.

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CASTORS:
The Walmesley range are fitted with 4 rubber pads to prevent floor damage and provide a solid
positioning, additionally, the chair comes with 2 locking castors for the rear of the chair if the user
wishes to t these for extra stability.
ASSEMBLY:
Some models of chairs are packaged in two pieces consisting of the back and the base to make transport
and delivery easier. Assemble the chair as per the assembly instructions below.
DIRECTIONS:
1) Remove seat (g. 1) and back (g. 2) from packing bags.
2) Hold back the upholstery ap with both hands and line up brackets.(g. 3)
3) Apply downward pressure (g.4) and ensure both sides snap into locked position. (g. 5)
Note: Both back receivers need to be lowered onto the at bars at the same time and evenly to prevent
binding.
Note: Do not assemble the chair if the upholstery or any of the parts of the chairs are damaged.
Check all parts carefully before assembling the chair. If any problem is apparent contact the vendor.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS:
Note: Make sure all the wires are properly connected to
ensure proper function.
1. Connector for the motor and wiring (g. 6)
2. Connector for wiring and adaptor (g. 7)
3. Connector for adaptor wiring and plug wiring (g. 8)
4. Hand control connection (g. 9)
CHAIR PLACEMENT:
• Allow sufcient space in front of and behind the
chair for reclining purpose.
• To allow for unimpeded reclining make sure there
is a minimum of 72 cm behind the chair.(Fig. 10)
• Ensure there is at least 40 cm in front of the chair.
(g. 10)
• Place the chair on a at surface/oor in a dry
room.
72CM
40CM
Fig. 6
Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 9
Fig. 10

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CHAIR PLACEMENT (CONTINUED):
Caution:
Make sure there is no obstruction behind or in front of the chair for a safe recline and lift during operation.
The area between the seat and the footrest should be kept clear to avoid a pinching hazard while the
chair is operating.
PRODUCT CARE & STORAGE:
1. How to store
• Wipe the dust and dirt off. Keep the chair clean and away from places of high humidity.
• If the chair is not in use for a long period of time, cover it with a piece of clean cloth to protect it from
dust. Store in a dry room.
• Do not store the chair under direct sunlight or in places of high temperatures. This may result in the
fading of fabric colour.
2. Self-maintenance
• Before cleaning, ensure that the Main Switch is turned off and AC plug is removed for the electrical
outlet.
3. Main Body
• Very mild soap can be used to clean the plastic, pipe and upholstery of the chair. Carefully wipe away
all traces of the soap with dry cloth.
• To clean a dry spot, dip a piece of soft cloth into some warm soap water, wring the cloth dry, and apply
to the spot.
• Do not use cleaning agents like benzene or thinner, or any other cleaners which may result in fading
of fabric colour and scratching of upholstery.
• Do not remove the upholstery for washing. Ironing of upholstery is strictly prohibited.
• Please do not use wet towels/cloths to clean PU material. Please use leather cleaner and a dry towel
to clean the isurface of your chair.
BATTERY BACK UP SYSTEM:
These chairs are supplied with a battery back-up system to allow exiting the chair during a power failure.
Two 9 volt batteries are required and not supplied with the chair.
In the event of a power failure the chair will automatically switch over to battery power but only run for
one cycle before the batteries are discharged. It is recommended that the batteries are replaced after
each emergency use, and also checked periodically.

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ADJUSTING THE CHAIR
This chair has a range of electrically operated
adjustments that can be applied using the remote
control handset, specically:
STANDARD
SIT
POSITION
FOOTREST
RAISED RECLINE
POSITION
SEAT LIFT
POSITION
SLEEPING/
RELAX
POSITION

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ADJUSTING THE CHAIR (CONTINUED)
WARNING: Please ensure you take care when adjusting chair positions to avoid trapping or
pinching of body parts.
Only the occupant or a reasonable person should operate the chair adjustments.
Chair should be returned to the seated position when not in use.
CAUTIONS:
• If the chair does not work properly, please contact the supplier.
• Only trained technicians should attempt repairs.
• There are no user serviceable parts inside.
FOOTREST RETRACT/SEAT
LIFT
Pushing this button will retract the
footrest. The movement can be
stopped by releasing the button.
Continuing to press the button
will fully retract the footrest and
raise the chair, eanbling the user
to stand.
FOOTREST RECLINE
Pushing this button will raise the
footrest. The movement can be
stopped by releasing the button.
BACKREST RISE
Pushing this button will raise the
back rest from a lowered position.
The movement can be stopped
by releasing the button.
BACKREST RECLINE
Pushing this button will recline
the backrest. The movement
can be stopped by releasing the
button.
BACKREST RISE/FOOTREST
RETRACT/CHAIR RAISE
Pushing this button will raise the
backrest, retract the footrest and
raise the chair, enabling the user
to stand. The movement can be
stopped by releasing the button.
BACKREST RECLINE/
FOOTREST RAISE/CHAIR
LOWER
Pushing this button will recline
the backrest, raise the footrest
and lower the chair, keeping the
button fully depressed will put the
chair into sleeping/relax mode.
The movement can be stopped
by releasing the button.
WARNING Please lower the chair with caution as there is a risk of entrapment. Ensure there are
no children or pets underneath the chair when lowering. Also carers should stand clear of the
chair when lowering.

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RE-USE
Please ensure if this chair is being re-used by another user other than the person originally using it, the
new user must ensure the chair is suitable for his/her weight limit.
WARNING: Please ensure the chair is fully cleaned and disinfected before re-use to prevent the risk of
transmitting infections if being used in a healthcare setting.
DISASSEMBLY
In order to detach the backrest from the chair both locking pins need to be released at the same time so
we would suggest 2 able bodied people.
• Insert a at head screwdriver or other at instrument (do not use a knife or sharp object) underneath
the locking pins. (g. 11 & g. 12)
• Apply steady outward pressure (g. 12) to the pins on either side and apply gentle upwards pressure to the
backrest (g. 13 & g. 14). This will release the locking mechanism.
Fig. 11
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
Fig. 12

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LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION
1. Two-year warranty on chair lift mechanism (2 x OKIN motor system, including transformer)
2. One-year warranty on parts and labour
WARRANTY EXEMPTIONS:
• Any alterations, misuse or abuse
• Exceeding the weight capacity (352lb/160kg)
• Accidental damage
• Commercial use
• Battery leakage or spillage damage
• Upholstery damage, other than manufacturing defect.
Aidapt Bathrooms Ltd, at its sole discretion, reserves the right to replace or repair any part that has
become defective.
The warranty does not exceed to consequential costs resulting from the fault or defect of the product:
freight and travel costs, loss of earnings, or other expenses that one may incur.
Warranty is valid for the original purchaser only and the original receipt must be presented before any
warranty options are considered. Please also be prepared to provide the date of purchase and serial
number.
IMPLIED WARRANTIES:
Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose, are limited to
one (1) year form the date of purchase and to the extent permitted by law. Any and all implied warranties
are excluded. His is the exclusive remedy. Liabilities for consequential damages under any and all
warranties are excluded.
SPECIFICATIONS
Seat Width .................................................................................................................................... 500mm
Seat Depth.................................................................................................................................... 510mm
Seat Height ................................................................................................................................... 510mm
Chair Width ................................................................................................................................... 870mm
Backrest Height ............................................................................................................................ 650mm
Chair Height (Sitting) ...................................................................................................................1120mm
Chair Height (Lifted) ................................................................................................................... 1420mm
Armrest Height (Sitting) ................................................................................................................ 650mm
Chair Length (Reclined).............................................................................................................. 1630mm
Footrest Maximum Height ............................................................................................................ 530mm
Chair Maximum Rise .................................................................................................................... 515mm
Chair Maximum Rise ........................................................................................................................... 30º
Packaged Size (Seat) ................................................................................................820 x 910 x 650mm
Packaged Size (Backrest) .........................................................................................770 x 800 x 310mm
Net Weight ......................................................................................................................................56.5kg
Gross Weight ..................................................................................................................................63.5kg
Australian Importer: Rehab and Mobility Wholesalers PTY LTD
1300 368 085
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