Columbia Medical Ultima 8520 User manual

May 2012 (Rev. 4) C0000-10-04
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Every Columbia Medical product comes with our one year manufacturer’s warranty. This
warranty ensures that when you receive our products, they will arrive free of defects
in material and workmanship. We will repair or replace any part or entire product at
our discretion for a period of up to one year from the date of delivery to the original
purchaser. This warranty does not include cost of inconvenience, shipping, property
damage, misuse, abuse, accident, or similar incidents. The warranty will not apply if
the product has been modified, tampered with, repaired by unauthorized individuals or
assembled incorrectly. Custom orders are non-refundable and non-returnable.
The Ultima Bath Chair can be upgraded to
the next size with our unique conversion kits!
Ultima™Instructions
Stainless Steel Bath Chair with multiple seat, back and leg adjustments
Model Numbers:
8520 (up to 100 lb/45 kg weight capacity)
8620 (up to 130 lb/59 kg weight capacity)
8720 (up to 160 lb/73 kg weight capacity)
8920 (up to 180 lb/82 kg weight capacity)
These products covered by U.S. patent # 7,328,953; D507,904; D503,556; D508,175

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Your Ultima Stainless Steel Bath Chair has been built to the highest
standards of quality to ensure years of superior service. Please take the
time to read this informative instruction guide and pay particular attention
to the safety information provided.
Here are some additional precautions you can take to prevent the risk of
injury:
1. Read and understand ALL instructions.
2. Determine, with a physician or therapist, the suitability of this product
for the intended user.
3. To reduce the risk of injury or drowning, NEVER leave the user
unsupervised or unattended while using this product.
4. Check regularly that all tubing, bolts, buckles, and other parts are
tight at ALL times.
5. When occupied, make sure the user is buckled in at all times.
6. Chair legs should NEVER be in complete vertical positions.
7. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
If you require additional assistance, please contact Columbia Medical
Customer Service at [phone], or email [e-mail].
Thank you for choosing Columbia Medical.
To order accessories for your Ultima bath chair, please contact customer
service at [phone], or send an email to
[e-mail].
MODEL # DESCRIPTION
8629 Conversion Kit - converts Ultima bath chair to
accommodate up to 130 lbs. (59 kg) weight capacity
8729 Conversion Kit - converts Ultima bath chair to
accommodate up to 160 lbs. (73 kg) weight capacity
8929 Conversion Kit - converts Ultima bath chair to
accommodate up to 180 lbs. (82 kg) weight capacity
ATTENTION
ACCESSORIES
7Ultima Bath Chair
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Soapy water or mild cleansers may be used on all parts of your Ultima
Bath Chair. Harsh abrasive cleansers may dull the  nish.
The fabric cover for Ultima Bath Chair is made of polyester that is
durable, antimicrobial, resilient, quick drying, fade resistant, and machine
washable.
Cleaning Instructions:
1. Remove the chair cover by following these steps below:
• Adjust the back and calf support frames to horizontal. Turn the
chair up-side down and remove velcro strap.
• Slip the cover over the back and calf supports.
2. Using warm water (100°F/38°C) and household laundry detergent,
wash the cover in the washing machine using gentle cycle.
3. Air dry.
To ensure the occupant’s safety, DO NOT exceed the following maximum weight
limits:
MODEL NO. MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY
8520 100 lb. (45 kg)
8620 130 lb. (59 kg)
8720 160 lb. (73 kg)
8920 180 lb. (82 kg)
FABRIC CARE
MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY

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Cover Installation: (refer to chair diagram on page 4)
• Pull on the angle adjustment pull handles (A, F)
to set the backrest and calf supports to the most
upright position (Fig. 3). Slip the cover over the
backrest and adjustment pull handle and then
calf support and pull handle (Fig. 4). Wrap the
velcro straps around the top side-tube and secure
underneath the chair (Fig. 5).
Adjusting Back Angle:
1. Locate the adjustment pull handle (A) on the back
of the chair under the cover (it is not necessary to
remove the cover to operate the lever). Using both
hands, grip the lever and back frame and squeeze
together.
2. With a lifting motion, adjust the back angle up or
down.
NOTE: Back angle should not be adjusted when
the chair is occupied.
Adjusting Calf Support Angle:
1. On the calf support frame, under the cover, locate
the adjustment pull handle (F). It is not necessary
to remove the cover. Using both hands, grip the
pull handle and calf support frame and squeeze
together.
2. With a lifting motion, adjust the angle up or down.
Note: The legs can be positioned at 0°
(horizontal), 30°, and 60° angles (relative to the seat’s horizontal plane).
The legs SHOULD NEVER be in a complete 90° angle (perpendicular
to the seat’s horizontal plane). Leg angles greater than 60° will
cause the chair to be unstable.
COVER INSTALLATION AND ANGLE SETTINGS
Figure 3
Figure 4
Pull
handles
Figure 5
Velcro strap
3Ultima Bath Chair
ACCESSORIES (CONTINUED)
8875 Head Support Pad
Designed for better head positioning
8835 Positioning Belt
Quick release strap for various
loops on chair allowing for multiple
positions. Two belts are included.
8830 Lateral
Support Pad
Designed for better
torso positioning
5151 Anterior
Support Tray
Must have #5150
to use
5150 Detachable
Armrest
Offer four height
positions
8818 Padded Abductor
Attaches easily to improve
hip alignment and stabilize
seating position
8834 Pelvic Positioning Belt
8890 Detachable Rolling Base
Stainless steel base with casters,
ideal for roll-in showers. Raise
height by 13” (330.2 mm). Maximum
weight capacity 180 lbs (82 kg).
8880 Detachable Extension Base
Raise height by 9.5” (241.3 mm). Max. weight
capacity 180 lbs (82 kg). Ideal for tubs.

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ASSEMBLY OF CHAIR
Assembling the Back Support:
1. One by one, pull on each of the pull tabs and
change the pivot angle to vertical (Fig. 1).
Insert the U-shaped stainless steel back and
calf frames into the pivots and fasten with
bolts and nuts provided.
2. Insert the ends of the angle adjustment pull
handles into the small holes located on the
pull tab on each side of the frame (Fig. 2).
Firmly press the stainless steel caps
over the ends of the pull handle. Please
ensure that the end cap  ts tightly over
the groove on the pull handle. Test it by
tugging at the cap. If it comes off, then
reinstall.
Figure 2
Figure 1
A - Back angle adjustment pull handle
B - U-shaped back support frame
C - Insertion point for back frame
D - Back angle adjustment pull tab
E - U-shaped calf support frame
F - Calf angle adjustment pull handle
G - Leg frame (can be positioned at
0°, 30°, 60° angles, relative to seat’s
horizontal plane)
H - Leg frame adjustment pull handle
Back
Frame
Pull Tab
Bolt
5Ultima Bath Chair
Before each use of your bath chair, please verify that the back and calf
supports are properly installed and locked into position. When correctly
installed, the pull tab should click into place and completely engaged into
the slot. There should not be a gap between the pull tab and connector.
See the  gures below.
Adjustments to the Ultima™ SHOULD NOT be made
while the product is in use or occupied.
PROPER ASSEMBLY CHECK
INCORRECT (NOT LOCKED)
No Gap
Connector
Pull Tab
Gap
CORRECT (LOCKED)
ATTENTION