Aidapt Vg704b User manual

Brookﬁeld Dual Motor

Rise and Recline Chair

Fixing and Maintenance Instructions

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VG704B...................Blue

VG704BA..............Yellow

VG704BB ............ Purple

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INTRODUCTION

The Brookeld dual motor lift chair by Aidapt allows 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 efciency.

Features of the chair include the spring assisted footrest that will ip up if it comes into contact with an

obstruction when lowering to minimise injury or damage. The Brookeld range is tted with 4 castors

(2 braked and 2 unbraked) for easy manoeuvrability.

The Brookeld range of chairs have been designed to an excellent standard, the OKIN dual motor has

been engineered to offer you the complete innity 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.

This manual forms part of the product, and should be kept with the product at all times.

FEATURES

· Removeable back for easy handling

· Removeable sides fro side transfer

· Easy to use hand control

· Choice of colours available

· Raises to an almost standing position

· Innity position from totally at 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, certied 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 60kgs (132lbs)

- 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 Brookeld range is tted with 4 castors (2 braked and 2 unbraked)

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 the chair back 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 65 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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Fig. 12

Fig. 13

REMOVING THE SIDES FOR SIDE TRANSFER

The Brookeld chair sides can be removed to aid with side transfer.

To remove the sides the chair must be rst put into a recline position (see g. 11). When in an upright

seated position the back of the chair will lock the sides into place. Do not attempt to remove the sides

before the chair has been put into the recline position (see g. 12)

Once the chair has been put into the reclined position the sides can be easily lifted away from the chair

(see g. 13)

Fig. 11

Fig. 12

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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. 14 & g. 15)

• Apply steady outward pressure (g. 15) to the pins on either side and apply gentle upwards pressure to the

backrest (g. 16 & g. 17). This will release the locking mechanism.

Fig. 14

Fig. 16

Fig. 17

Fig. 15

LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION

1. One-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 .................................................................................................................................... 550mm

Seat Depth.................................................................................................................................... 540mm

Seat Height ................................................................................................................................... 510mm

Chair Width ................................................................................................................................... 790mm

Backrest Height ............................................................................................................................ 700mm

Chair Height (Sitting) .................................................................................................................. 1070mm

Chair Height (Lifted) ..................................................................................................................... 144mm

Armrest Height (Sitting) .................................................................................................................. 67mm

Chair Length (Reclined)................................................................................................................ 176mm

Footrest Maximum Height ............................................................................................................ 540mm

Chair Maximum Rise .................................................................................................................... 515mm

Chair Maximum Rise ........................................................................................................................... 30º

Packaged Size (Seat) ....................................................................................................850x810x650mm

Packaged Size (Backrest) .............................................................................................790x710x270mm

Net Weight .........................................................................................................................................60kg

Gross Weight .....................................................................................................................................55kg