BENOIT SYSTEMS KITCOOL 2.0 User manual

Edition May 2022
7 Rue du Pont, 21450 Billy-lès-Chanceaux, France | [phone] | [email protected]
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SERVICING & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
KITCOOL2.0
Read this manual BEFORE using this accessory
and keep for future reference
Label
Serial no.
Stamp and signature
of dealer

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general remarks
KITCOOL 2.0 is intended for users who have appropriate posture and behaviour to safely use the
device in the best conditions. Unlike able-bodied people who spend less time sitting down and have a
broad choice of chairs offering positions to relax and rest, people in wheelchairs, for whom transferring
chair is never easy, don't have the same options and have to suffer the inconvenience of a sustained and
prolonged seated posture.
KITCOOL 2.0 is an innovative, removable and ergonomic headrest designed to be tted to manual
wheelchairs to offer users, whenever they want it, the most ideal position for relaxation and comfort
that the body needs.
Users can, simply by tipping, put themselves into a position tipped backwards. In this way, users can
change position as often as they wish without having to perform a transfer.
Folding, lightweight and small, it can be taken everywhere and is easy to store.
3 adjustment points to adjust the equipment perfectly to each person's body shape and disability:
• Adjust the inclination of the headrest: it is tipped and positioned to make the head perfectly
comfortable.
• Adjust the height of the headrest cushion: its rolled shape and its double curve hold the head in an
adjusted position, without tension in the neck muscles.
• Adjust the degree to which the wheelchair tips backwards, using a telescopic vertical axis.
Simple, ergonomic and light, KITCOOL 2.0 is tted between the handles of the manual wheelchair,
without damage or altering the wheelchair specications.
KITCOOL2.0 therefore provides the advantages of a comfort wheelchair that allows a downward sloping
position, while also keeping the characteristics of a simple, folding, lightweight manual wheelchair.
Indications
This Servicing & Maintenance Manual contains essential information about handling the product. To
ensure the product is used completely safely, read this manual carefully and follow the safety instructions.
Benoit Systèmes works continually to develop its products and reserves the right to modify product
specications without prior notice.
Failure to follow these instructions can cause personal injuries, damage equipment and harm the
environment.
Advice to users and/or patients: any serious incident occurring in relation to the equipment must be
reported to the manufacturer and to the competent authority of the Member State in which the user
and/or patient is based.
Quality is a fundamental element of operations at Benoit Systèmes, which is ISO9001-certied.
As manufacturer, Benoit Systèmes declares that KITCOOL2.0 complies with Regulation (EU) No2017/745
on medical devices.
For any question about the use, servicing or safety of your equipment, contact your dealer. If you have any
other questions, you can write to or telephone:
Benoit Systèmes, 7 rue du Pont, 21450 Billy-lès-Chanceaux, France
Tel: [phone]
[email protected]
Please avoid using KITCOOL 2.0 before receiving instrucons about the equipment from an
approved dealer.
INTENDED USE
FOREWORD

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In this manual, hazard statements are indicated by symbols. These symbols are accompanied by a
warning indicating the risk level.
WARNING
Indicates a dangerous situation that, if not avoided, is likely to cause severe or even fatal injuries.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, is likely to cause minor or slight injuries.
Gives advice, recommendations and useful information for efcient, problem-free use.
Symbols used in this manual
KITCOOL2.0 is a ClassI medical device that meets the performance and safety requirements of
Regulation (EU) No2017/745 on medical devices.
Regulations
KITCOOL2.0, with its reclining function and ideal ergonomic adjustment, overcomes this unfairness
by offering greater comfort and well-being to people in manual wheelchairs and therefore ts into a
therapeutic and compensation strategy for the disability.
Compatible with all manual wheelchairs tted with handles, KITCOOL 2.0 is adapted to situations
requiring compensation for independence, comfort and transfer functions for disabled people affected
by severe and long-term disabilities. Its design is dictated exclusively for use by a disabled person.
From a therapeuc viewpoint, KITCOOL 2.0 reduces condions related to prolonged seated posture:
• Relieves the back and nape of the neck: the head is held; the shoulders are straightened; neck and
shoulder muscles are relaxed; the spine is supported.
• Opens the thoracic cage: breathing and swallowing are aided. KITCOOL2.0 position restores the
head to a more favourable position, because a head tilted strongly forward impedes breathing and
swallowing.
• Prevents and reduces bedsores: pressure on the ischia is reduced by 30% to 40% and the maximum
pressure point is moved.
• Eases tension: with better distribution of body weight, the body is relieved.
• Improves blood circulation and venous return: the legs are no longer swollen.
Benoit Systèmes considers the service life to be ve years as long as the product is used for its intended
purpose and instructions for use, safety and maintenance are followed. However, this service life can
be exceeded when the product is serviced and maintained carefully and used cautiously, appropriate
to its technical specications. The service life may also be considerably shortened following extreme
or inappropriate use. The service life set by our company does not constitute an additional guarantee.
Service life
Meaning of symbols appearing on the label
BENOIT SYSTEMES
SN
MD
KITCOOL 2.0
BENOIT SYSTEMES
7, rue du Pont
www.benoitsystemes.com MADE IN FRANCE
21450 - BILLY-LÈS-CHANCEAUX

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Contents
KITCOOL 2.0 FEATURES........................................................................................... 5
Overview of KITCOOL 2.0.......................................................................................................5
Components................................................................................................................................5
Technical specicaons............................................................................................................ 5
Headrest .....................................................................................................................................5
INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT............................................................................ 6
Installaon steps........................................................................................................................ 6
The 3 adjustment points .........................................................................................................7
Advice........................................................................................................................................... 7
Geng around with KITCOOL 2.0 ........................................................................................8
Storing KITCOOL 2.0 ................................................................................................................8
care and maintenance .........................................................................8
Cushion maintenance ...............................................................................................................8
Waste management ..................................................................................................................8
safety and danger instructions ...................................................................... 9
General safety instrucons......................................................................................................9
Safety informaon about the installaon ............................................................................ 9
Safety informaon on care and maintenance ..................................................................... 9
Safety informaon on modicaons to the appliance...................................................... 9
DIAGNOSIS AND FAILURE RESOLUTION................................................................... 10
guarantee........................................................................................................... 11
Condions .................................................................................................................................11
Limitaon of liability................................................................................................................11

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Weight of the equipment 3.7 kg
Colour of tubes Black
Size when folded 60 cm x 46 cm x 10 cm
Compable seat width from 26 cm to 52 cm
WARNING
This accessory must not be modied without the manufacturer's authorisation.
OVERVIEW of KITCOOL 2.0
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
HEADREST
Components
A base
An upper Tee
A headrest tted with a foam-padded cushion (rolled shape and double curve)
KITCOOL2.0 is made up of several components:
Board Beech
Cushion fabric
Colour
Veltosuede - 100% polyester Trevira CS.
Soupçon 701
Fire reacon Inherently permanent ame retardant
Fire classicaon
M1, B1, BS 5852:2006 source 5 (Crib 5),
BS EN 1021 part 1&2:2014
KITCOOL 2.0 FEATURES
Contents
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2
3
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2
3
Cushion
Headrest board
2 tightening clamps
2 locking screws
2 tightening buttons
Ta b
Telescopic tube
Magnetic pin
Locking button
Castor
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B
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Installation without tools (no drilling)
If you have a KITCOOL 2.0 W/O HEADREST or KITCOOL 2.0 Mini W/O HEADREST, you can skip step2.
INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION
When using the product for the rst time, we recommended that your approved dealer explains
conguration of the accessory and makes the adjustments with you!
WARNING
Before use, check that your KITCOOL2.0 is compatible with the width of your wheelchair's seat. There
are two models (standard from 36cm to 52cm / mini from 26cm to 35cm).
Installation steps
1. Take KITCOOL2.0 out of the box
2. Straighten the headrest until it locks into place with a click
3. Lift the magnetic pin
4. Swivel the base a ¼turn, putting the tab on the side of
the castor, then put the magnetic pin in the 1st or 2nd hole
5. Put out the castor to the stop and listen for the click,
it is securely locked
6. Loosen the 2 clamps and 2 screws
7. Open the locking clamps wide
8. Fit and centre on the handles of the wheelchair. The headrest
must be aligned with the wheelchair
3.
6.
4.
7.
5.
8.
2.

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Start by lowering the tube as far as possible and then raise it unl you nd the best
angle. For opmum, we recommend a minimum distance of 18 cm between the base
of Kitcool and the oor, in sing posion. The distance is given on
an indicave basis and depends on the wheelchair sengs.
TILT ADJUSTMENT
HEADREST ADJUSTMENT (FOR KITCOOL2.0 AND KITCOOL2.0MINI)
CUSHION ADJUSTMENT (FOR KITCOOL2.0 AND KITCOOL2.0MINI)
3 ADJUSTMENT POINTS
9. Lock the 2 clamps and 2 screws
You can use the graduaons marked on the tubes to guide you.
Caution: never go past zero
If you fold the headrest down and then
straighten it again, the adjustments are
retained!
Correct adjustment at
shoulder level is ideal!
KITCOOL 2.0 is installed, now you can sit in the wheelchair and
tilt the chair back to relaxed position.
To increase or reduce the lt angle:
• Undo the magnetic pin and adjust the telescopic tube.
The higher you raise it, the greater the tilt angle.
• Adjust the headrest by loosening the tightening
buttons
• Undo the Velcro strip and make a fold in the
bottom of the cushion, then reposition the
Velcro strip to hold it all
• Adjust the position of the cushion
10. Once the adjustments have been done, tighten all the screws!
Then you can use KITCOOL 2.0.
advice
advice
You can then repeat some adjustments to nd the ideal position.
The nal posion should be completely comfortable; if not, this means the adjustments
are incorrect.
For a beer comfort in reclining posion,
make sure wheelchair brakes are on.

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Clean the cushion regularly with a damp cloth.
Never use abrasive or alcohol-based detergents.
Remember to wipe the accessory if it gets wet or damp during use and to dry your cushion
before putting it into storage.
CUSHION MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
It is important to follow the servicing and
maintenance programme for the accessory to
keep it in good condition.
CAUTION
Check that the removable parts of the accessory
are securely attached or separately packed
and labelled to avoid them being mislaid during
loading or unloading. Take this manual with you.
WARNING
If you're not sure you can service your accessory
yourself, contact your approved dealer.
WARNING
Do not store your accessory:
• Outdoors
• Close to a direct heat source
• In a damp environment
CARE and maintenance
Preserve the environment by recycling this product at a recycling centre at the end its life.
Waste should be managed in accordance with the appropriate legal requirements in force. Ask your local
authority for information about suitable local rms.
WASTE MANAGEMENT
Do not wash
GETTING AROUND ABOUT WITH KITCOOL 2.0
STORING KITCOOL 2.0
To get around with KITCOOL2.0 installed on the wheelchair:
• Retract the rear castor so as not to interfere with movement
• Fold the headrest by pulling the tab
• Retract the rear castor
• Fold the headrest by pulling the tab
• Unscrew the tightening clamps
• Take KITCOOL2.0 off the wheelchair
• Remove the magnetic pin and rotate the telescopic tube 90°
• Insert the magnetic pin into the hole provided

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General safety instructions
• The equipment must be used in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions. It must
not be used for a purpose other than that for
which it is designed. Pay special attention to
the safety instructions.
• Arrange a test session with a healthcare pro-
fessional on correct use of the equipment
• Do not smoke while using this accessory
• Storing or using the equipment close to a na-
ked ame or ammable products can result in
damage to the equipment or serious injuries.
Safety information about installation
• Before use, ensure that it is adjusted using the
settings dened during the installation proce-
dure.
• After any adjustment, repair or servicing and
before use, ensure that all the fastenings are
tted and suitably tightened.
• Inadequately tightened or missing fastenings
can cause instability, resulting in damage to
the equipment or serious injuries.
• Ensure all screws are fully tightened.
• Pinch points can arise when making adjust-
ments: mind your ngers.
• The castor must be extended and locked be-
fore tipping the wheelchair backwards.
SAFETY INFORMATION ON CARE AND MAINTENANCE
.
• Your approved dealer should repair or replace
loose, worn, distorted or damaged parts be-
fore using the accessory.
• For example, if you nd a defect in the acces-
sory or a signicant change during use, stop
using it immediately and contact your ap-
proved dealer.
• Do not perform any maintenance task oth-
er than those described in this user manual.
These repairs or servicing must be carried out
by a qualied technician. Contact a Benoit Sys-
tèmes dealer or technician.
• For safety reasons and to avoid accidents re-
lated to unnoticed past wear, it is vital that this
accessory should be checked regularly under
normal use conditions.
SAFETY INFORMATION ON MODIFICATIONS TO THE
APPLIANCE
• Using or replacing unsuitable parts is liable to
result in injuries or damage to the equipment.
• Use only original Benoit Systèmes parts
• Ensure you always quote the serial number of
the accessory when you order spare parts.
• Using accessories or parts not approved by
Benoit Systèmes may alter the stability of the
equipment to tipping.
safety and DANGER instructions

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TROUBLESHOOTING
This troubleshoong guide is only for guidance seen, please contact your approved Benoit Systèmes
dealer or our aer-sales service: [e-mail]
Sub-assembly Symptom Possible cause Solution
1/ Base
The castor doesn’t lock
in the unfolded position.
The tube is not sufcient
extended or badly
positioned.
The lock no longer
works.
Align the castor
correctly with the base
Check or replace the
locking button.
The magnetic pin doesn't
t properly.
The pin is not correctly
aligned in the holes
provided.
The pin is twisted.
Align the pin correctly
in the tube adjustment
holes.
Check the condition
of the pin, replace it if
necessary.
2/ Upper Tee
The headrest position
doesn't lock.
The headrest is
not centred on the
horizontal tube.
The tab is damaged.
Centre the headrest by
loosening the clamps.
Change the tab.
The tube from the
base has too much play
relative to the headrest.
The fastening screws are
loose.
Check tightening of the
fastening screws.
3/ Clamp
The clamp doesn't
tighten (the screw
doesn't bite or jumps
when turning the
tightening button).
The button has
separated from the
adjusting screw.
The lower part of the
clamp is disengaged.
The tightening clamp or
screw are worn.
Reglue the tightening
button to the screw.
Tilt the lower part of the
tightening clamp before
screwing it on so that
the screw engages.
Replace worn
components.
Play between the clamp
and horizontal tube is
excessive.
The fastening screws are
loose.
Check tightening of the
retaining screw and/
or internal tightening
screw

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The guarantee period for KITCOOL2.0 is 24months from the date on the invoice.
To make a claim against the guarantee, just make a note of the serial number of your equipment shown
on the rst page of this manual and contact your approved dealer or Benoit Systèmes.
You can also nd the serial number right under the base.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
The guarantee is only valid if the product is used under the specied conditions and for the use for which
it is designed.
The guarantee may not be applied if the product requires repair or replacement for one of the following
reasons:
a) The accessory, or one of its parts, has not been maintained according to the manufacturer's recom-
mendations, as stated in the Servicing & Maintenance Manual, or parts other than those specied for
this equipment have been used.
b) The accessory, or one of its parts, was damaged as a result of negligence, an accident or inappropri-
ate use.
c) The accessory, or one of its parts, has been converted or a repair made before having notied the
after-sales service department.
This guarantee is limited to the free-of-charge repair or replacement of parts recognised as faulty in the
manufacturer's workshops or those of its representative (including labour and carriage). This repair may
be performed using new parts of standard exchange parts, depending on the assessment made by the
manufacturer or its representative.
Work carried out under the guarantee does not extend the guarantee.
LIMITS OF LIABILITY
Benoit Systèmes declines all liability for damaged related to:
• Failure to comply with the Servicing & Maintenance Manual
• Incorrect or improper use of the accessory
• Normal wear and tear
• Inappropriate storage of the equipment
• Incorrect assembly or dismantling by the purchaser or other parties
• Technical modications on the accessory
• Unauthorised modications and/or use of spare parts not manufactured or recommended by Benoit
Systèmes.
guarantee

KITCOOL 2.0 complies with the Regulation (EU) 2017/745 on medical devices. This product is a
ClassI medical device.
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