Akw 2000 Series Installation guide
2000 Series Fold Down Seat- 02130/P
Installation and User Care Instructions
ESSENTIAL INSTALLER INFORMATION
Never exceed the weight capacity of 25stone/158kg/350lb
Adjust support legs ensuring that both legs sit firmly on a
flat surface, (maximum 1 in 40 shower base slope), when
placed in the down position.
Curved surfaces such as corners of bathtubs are not
acceptable.
This seat must be attached to a vertical surface using suitable
fixings appropriate to the type of surface and loading
conditions to be applied.
Stainless steel fixings are recommended.
Make sure all fixing holes are used. Take care not to damage
the painted surface. Do not add countersinks screws or make
any holes larger. This can reduce the strength of the frame
and invalidate any warranty or weight capacity stated.
Colour: WHITE RAL 9016 / Grey to RAL 7035 or High Contrast Blue to RAL 5005 Internal Building use only
1Position the seat pad to seat.
Note the front of the pad is
indicated.
The seat pad retainer
caps are fitted from
underneath the seat.
Each pad locating bung
has a retainer (4 in total)
Covered by one or
more of the following
Registered Designs:
GB 3011017, EU
000548607
USA 29/249106
Pat apps:
USA 11/456352,
EU 06253480
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If a SEAT PAD is not fitted, please ensure that plugs are fitted to all holes.
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Read ALL instructions carefully BEFORE installation and leave with the end user
ESSENTIAL INSTALLER INFORMATIONESSENTIAL INSTALLER INFORMATION
Cushion AssemblyCushion Assembly
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ALWAYS Read these installation instructions
carefully before installing this product
and leave with the end user FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
ALWAYS Have the seats installed by a trained and
experienced installer.
Make the seat height suitable for the
user.
ALWAYS Attach this Seat to a surface using fixings
matched to the type of surface and
the loading conditions to be applied.
ALWAYS Use hole reducers if seat cushions are not
used.
NEVER Exceed the weight capacity of 25 stone
(158 Kg) (350 Ib)
NEVER Install countersunk screws to fixing holes.
NEVER Stand on the shower seat. This may
reduce the strength of the shower seat
and will invalidate any warranty or weight
capacity stated.
DO NOT Place matches or cigarettes on or near
this product.
The following plastic materials are used
in this product:
Polypropylene(PP), Poly Vinyl Chloride
(PVC-U) Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR).
High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Polyurethane Foam (PU)
No natural Rubber or Latex used in this
product.
BEWARE A pinch hazard may be present around
the region of the leg mechanism during
the raising and lowering of this seat.
BEWARE making fixing holes larger will reduce the
strength of the seat and invalidate any
warranty or stated weight capacity.
The AKW 2000 series shower seats conform to the requirements of the EU Council directive
93/42/EEC for a class 1 non-invasive transient use device, using the following harmonized
European standards in the confirming assessment: BS EN 12182:1999, BS EN 12727:2000
Failure to install this AKW product in
accordance with supplied instructions or
the making of unauthorised modications
will invalidate any warranty and will
affect product safety.
Orderline
01905 823299
General Enquiries
01905 823298
Technical Help line
01905 560219
Fax
01905 823297
Website
www.akw-ltd.co.uk
Quotes & orders email
Enquiries email
Post
AKW, Pointon Way,
Hampton Lovett,
Droitwich Spa,
WR9 0LR
This product conforms to the essential requirements of the Medical Devices
Directive 93/42/EEC and representative samples have been evaluated under
EN12182:1999 and EN12727:2000 For use solely as a shower seat (assistive,
Class 1 device).
Declaration issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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The measurements throughout these installation and user care instructions have been converted from metric to its equivalent in imperial, therefore all dimensions are approximate and
subject to manufacturing tolerances. These instructions are provided to advise the minimum standards of installation and recommendswhat is the best practice for the installation. Due to the
very wide variability of possible installation conditions AKW cannot provide all circumstances for the installation. AKW cannot accept any liability in connection with this information or its use. This
information is provided on the condition that the person receiving it shall make their own tests to determine the suitability for their particular purpose. Failure to install this AKW product in
accordance with supplied instructions or the making of unauthorised modifications will invalidate any warranty and may affect product safety. None of the foregoing affects your statutory rights. Retainer cap
To fit the retainer cap, it should be
rotated in a clockwise direction whilst
applying firm pressure towards the
seat pad.
The seat pad may
need to be held
in position whilst
the retainer caps
are fitted.
Be careful not to
overtighten the
retainer caps.
The retainer should be
hand tightened so that it is
a secure fit.
What to do if something goes wrong?
In the unlikely event that you should
encounter a problem with this product,
please contact your local installer and
if this does not resolve the issue then
contact AKW technical
team who will provide further advice
and if necessary arrange for our service
engineer to visit or discuss our
comprehensive after-sales service. As
part of our quality and training program
calls may be monitored or recorded.
None of the forgoing affects your
statutory rights.
Installation Instructions
Shower Seat Use
The Shower Seat must only be used for the task it is intended to perform.
Do not stand on it or misuse it. This may have serious detrimental effects on its performance and safety.
The Shower Seat should be checked as part of a planned maintenance programme.
Children and other users may require supervision when using this product.
Keeping your AKW Shower Seat Clean
This product should be cleaned periodically to remove any accumulation of hair or other waste material, using normal
domestic bathroom cleaning materials.
After cleaning always flush down with water then wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any cleaning
material residues before drying off.
Disinfecting
Where disinfecting is necessary, standard established procedures for disinfecting equipment should be used with due
care and attention taken of the warnings concerning possible effects of aggressive chemicals on plastics.
After cleaning always flush down with water then wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any cleaning
material residues before drying off.
Do not use strong or concentrated acidic, alkaline or other cleaning materials on a abrasive pad as these may discolour
or damage the product.
AKW does not approve or recommend autoclave cleaning due to the damage this can cause to the special engineering
plastics used in the construction of this product.
Packaging
This Shower Seat is supplied in a polypropylene (PP) bag to keep the product unsoiled until installation; it may also be
packed in a cardboard box. Both are suitable for recycling operations and should be disposed of in accordance with
local recycling regulations.
02130/P - 02230/P Series Seat Dimensions
Lay the seat on its back on the floor.
When placed on the floor, the legs are locked down by the mechanism.
This seat must be attached to a vertical surface using suitable fixings appropriate to the type of surface and
loading conditions to be applied.
Adjust support legs ensuring that both legs sit firmly on a flat surface, (maximum 1 in 40 shower base slope),
when placed in the down position. Curved surfaces such as corners of bathtubs are not acceptable.
Stainless steel fixings are recommended.
You should consult a fixing manufacturer if you are unsure of which type of fixing to use, stating the type and
construction of the vertical surface and the version of seat product.
We are unable to specify the type of fixing to be used due to the vast number of possible types and conditions of
vertical surfaces to which the shower seat can be attached.
Make sure all fixing holes are used.
Do not make any holes larger. This can reduce the strength of the frame and invalidate any warranty or load
rating stated.
Install the seat. Once installed check that the plastic pivot caps are firmly in place.
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Do not use fixings with
Countersunk heads.
Seat Dimensions (Cushion not shown)
Maximum Height Dimensions
Minimum Height Dimensions
Folded Dimensions
Mounting Hole Dimensions 100mm (37/8”)
164mm (61/2”)
489mm
(19 1/4”)
460mm (18 1/8”)
587mm
(23 1/8”)
475mm
(18 6/8”)
422mm
(16 5/8”)
212mm
(8 3/8”)
424mm
(16 3/4”)
482mm
(19”)
897mm
(35 3/8”)
607mm
(23 7/8”)
1022mm
(40 1/4”)
02130/P - 02230/P Series Seat Dimensions Installation Instructions
User Care Instructions
Technical Help line 01905 560219
Technical Help line 01905 560219
383.5mm
(15”)
Seat
40mm
(1 5/8”)
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