Comfort Company BodiLink E0955 User manual

USER GUIDE
& MANUAL
COMFORTCOMPANY.COM
BODILINK®HEAD SUPPORT
UM-BODILINK-HEAD-SUPPORT REV0218

2INTRODUCTION www.comfortcompany.com
At Comfort Company we are dedicated to creating and
manufacturing seating and postural support systems
designed for people with a wide range of rehabilitation
needs. Whether for pediatric, geriatric, or bariatric needs
we are committed to providing our customers with quali-
ty products designed for comfort, durability, and ease of
use. Our vision is to lead in the development, manufac-
turing, and delivery of the most innovative seating and
positioning products which provide the highest level of
comfort, functionality, and quality of life for the user.
1.800.564.9248
406.522.8563
[e-mail]
www.comfortcompany.com
Customer Service
Bozeman, Montana
CONTACT INFORMATION
BEFORE USE
ABOUT US CONTENTS
Manufacturing
New Berlin, Wisconsin
Thank you for choosing COMFORT COMPANY®
NOTE: “We,” “Us” and “Our” refers to Comfort Company. “You” refers to the product purchaser or user.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Symbols 3
General Safety 3-4
Intended Use/User 4
Parts Detail 5
INSTALLATION & SET UP
Attachment To Back Supports (any hardware) 6-12
Posterior Mounting Block 6
Anterior Mounting Block 7
Acta-Relief™Mounting Bracket 8
Posterior Mounting Block to Acta-Relief™back
support with Compass®Power Mount 9
Permobil®A Mounting Block (23-28”H, Uni-Track) 10
Permobil®B Mounting Block (20”H Backs) 11
Quantum®Mounting Block (TRU-Comfort2Backs) 12
Adding a Link to the GT Hardware 13
Adding a Link to the PT Hardware 14
Installing Tool-Less Wing Lock on PT Hardware 15
Connecting Hardware to Support Pads (any style) 16
Adjustments 16-20
Support Pad Positioning (any pad and hardware) 16
GT Style Hardware 18
PT Style Hardware 19
Finishing Installation (any hardware) 20
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning 21
Inspection 22
Reuse 22
Storage 22
Disposal 22
WARRANTY AND REPLACEMENT
Lifetime Guarantee 22
Replacement Procedure 22
COMMENTS
15
Back
Cover
The appropriate Comfort Company positioning product
is intended to improve every day user function and com-
fort while providing support and stability for a variety of
rehabilitation needs. However, prior to using any Comfort
Company support, it is important that each individual be
assessed by a qualied healthcare professional for but not
limited to, mobility, nutrition, current condition, goals, and
health history. In addition to this initial assessment, individ-
uals should be regularly monitored by a health care profes-
sional for any changes in their condition.
This user guide and manual is for reference purposes only
and is not intended to substitute for advice given by a phy-
sician or other licensed healthcare professional. You should
not use this information for self-diagnosis or self-treatment
of a health problem or condition. Contact your healthcare
provider immediately if you suspect that your health prob-
lem or condition has changed or worsened.
Before using, make sure that you are properly trained to
operate the equipment for its application. Failure to do so
could lead to discomfort, injury or damages.

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SAFETY GUIDELINES
SAFETY GUIDELINES
SAFETY SYMBOLS
GENERAL SAFETY
PLEASE NOTE
CARE SYMBOLS
Warning!
Prohibited!
Wash Cover Only -
Warm Cycle (Maximum Temperature)
Do Not Bleach
No Smoking
Do Not Expose to sources of excessive heat such as open ame or spark.
Bleach Okay
Tumble Dry Low
Do Not Tumble Dry, Steam Clean or
Autoclave
Air Dry Only
Hang to Dry
Do Not Iron
Antibacterial or Disinfectant Spray
Detailed cleaning instructions on page 21
Wipe with Water Only
Do Not Wash
Hand Wash
Do Not Cut
or Puncture
Although this product meets ammability requirements, we do not
recommend smoking while using this product. Damage from smoke and
ame is not covered by the lifetime warranty. You must consider additional
safety precautions when choosing to smoke while using this product.
Avoid sharp objects. Do not modify the product. Doing so will void its
warranty and may lead to personal injury or alter the effectiveness of the
product by increasing the risk factors for skin breakdown and/or instability.
Indicates actions that should NOT be performed at any time under any
circumstance. These actions could result in personal injury and/or damage
to the product or equipment being used.
Without following the specied procedure, this indicates potentially
hazardous conditions that could lead to personal injury, inadequate
performance, product damage or malfunction.
You must READ and FOLLOW all instructions, notes and warnings included in this
manual. Understanding how to care for your product is the key to safe and proper
use. Share this information with all caretakers to help them meet your healthcare
needs and ensure your safety.
Check packaging and inspect all parts for damage before use. DO NOT USE if dam-
aged and contact Comfort Company immediately for further instruction. Check reg-
ularly for loose components and tighten as necessary. Contact Comfort Company if
wear or damage is noted.
During the rst few hours of use, a healthcare professional should be available to
observe skin condition and assess the likelihood of skin breakdown.
During regular use, periodically check for skin discoloration and/or irritation. If discol-
oration should occur and not disappear after 30 minutes of non-use, discontinue use
and consult with your healthcare provider immediately.
DO NOT place anything in between the user and the product. Additional materials
may reduce the effectiveness of the product and increase risk factors for skin break-
down and instability.
Always use the cover and base with any inserts as a complete assembly. Never use a
cover other than one intended for your specic product and size.
Installing alternate parts to your wheelchair may change the intended structure and
function of the equipment. Be sure to assess the need for additional safety features
for your chair such as anti-tip bars or other available options in order to maintain
stability during use. Use this manual in conjunction with the user manual that came
with your chair to ensure safety guidelines are being met.
Comfort Company cannot be held responsible for damages or injury due to misuse
of the product or failure to follow instructions provided in this manual. Please contact
us if you require further assistance in understanding cautions, warnings or instructions
for using or maintaining your product.
The directions provided will help to maintain and extend the
life of your product and ensure it is covered by the Comfort
Company Lifetime Guarantee. Please see complete warranty
information on page 22.
The information in this manual was gathered and recorded with
the latest specications available at the time of publication. Due
to our continued effort to reassess and improve our products,
information found in this manual such as drawings and notes may
vary slightly from the product that you purchased. We reserve the
right to make changes to products as they are deemed neces-
sary. To check for the latest version of this manual please visit us
at www.comfortcompany.com.

4SAFETY GUIDELINES - INSTALLATION & USE www.comfortcompany.com
COMFORT-TEK™ fabric cover is uid-resistant, easily cleaned at any time
and soft to the touch. Comfort-Tek™fabric has stretch which helps alleviate
pressure and conforms to both support pad and user.
STRETCH-AIR™fabric cover is 2-Ply designed to be breathable on the
surface for comfort while the bottom layer is uid-resistant for cleanliness.
The multi-directional stretch allows for optimal conforming to the user and
support pad shape.
GLIDEWEAR®fabric cover is intended for maximum hair and skin protec-
tion by reducing shear. Recommended most for those with abnormal tone
causing involuntary movements, difcult postures and frequent repositioning
BodiLink® head support is intended for those with positioning and support needs as deemed necessary by a qualied healthcare professional.
BodiLink®head support offers a wide variety of available positions to accommodate user rehabilitation needs and goals while allowing for function and
comfort. The sizes available and range of adjustability t pediatric to full grown users and should be matched by the healthcare provider to suit the user
needs. Adjustments or replacement components may be necessary as changes in condition occur or to accommodate developments such as growth.
All fabrics used in BodiLink®Head Support covers are latex-free.
Comfort-Tek™fabric is used on all head support pad covers along
the outer edge.
BodiLink® Premium Head Support Pads come in two levels of rm-
ness (soft and extra soft). Both use a layer of Viscool®extra soft foam
over a high resiliency foam base layer. This combination allows for
immersion and conforming to the user for optimal surface contact,
comfort and pressure redistribution.
BodiLink®Basic Head Support Pads come in one firmness using two
layers of high resiliency foam. The softer top layer is for comfort as
well as durability.
This product passed crash testing. However, when
possible, do not use head support during transport.
Repeated or excessive force (braking or crash) could
potentially change adjustment or cause extra wear
shortening the life of the product. Use after a crash is
not recommended.
ATTENTION! Always check that the gear teeth in each joint
of are aligned for full tooth engagement before nal tight-
ening. Failing to do so could cause wear on the teeth lead-
ing to parts slipping out of adjustment or hardware failure.
(GT Hardware only)
ATTENTION! Unless otherwise specied, fasteners
should be tightened to 9.6 Nm (85 lb-in).
ATTENTION! Make sure that the head support is securely
mounted to the back support system and it is adjusted
properly each time it is in use.
This product is designed for the intended user and use
only. Be aware that any modications could potentially
endanger the user, cause discomfort or damage.
WARNING! It is necessary to fully articulate power recline
features to ensure there is no possible equipment interfer-
ence after installation. Do so slowly while watching closely.
Caregivers: It is necessary to learn from a healthcare provider
how to properly adjust the equipment for the user’s specic
positioning needs and goals.
WARNING! Ensure that the product does not interfere with
any other chair components. Interference could jeopardize
effectiveness and user safety as well as cause damage.
PROHIBITED! Never use the equipment to maneuver a
chair or anything that it is attached to. It is never to be
used as a handle, lift, guide or support for anything other
than what it was intended. (ex. support during transfers.)
PROHIBITED! Never use the equipment unless all compo-
nents are fully functional. Any issues should be addressed
by contacting your dealer or customer service. Do not at-
tempt to make your own modications or repairs.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
INTENDED USE - MATERIALS
BODILINKHEAD SUPPORT SAFETY DETAILS
INTENDED USER
CAUTION! Please consider that adding additional
links to the hardware may reduce the overall strength.

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INSTALLATION & USE
PARTS DETAIL
GT Removable Hardware PT Removable Hardware - with either 7” or 3” Hardware Stem
Mounting Hardware
Additional Hardware
Support Pads
Posterior Mounting
Block
Anterior Mounting
Block
Permobil A Mounting
Block
Permobil B Mounting
Block
Quantum A Mounting
Block
¼“ Spacer Plate
Lateral Hardware Mid-6 Hardware Lat-6 HardwareMid-8 Hardware Lat-8 Hardware Max-8 Hardware
Acta-Relief™HS Mounting Bracket OnlyActa-Relief™HS Mounting Bracket
with Mounting Block
Tool-Less Wing Lock Extra 2” Link Extra 3” Link Extra 4” Link
Mid-line Hardware
BodiLinkHead Support (HS) Hardware and Pads
BodiLink®HS Basic Pads
6”W x 5”L
8”W x 5”L
10”W x 6”L
12”W x 6”L
14”W x 6”L
18”W x 6”L
BodiLink®HS Premium Pads
6”W x 3”L
8”W x 4”L
10”W x 5”L
12”W x 5”L
14”W x 5”L
18”W x 5”L
For Posterior & Anterior
Mounting Blocks
For PT Hardware Only For PT Hardware Only
Corpus Back Supports
23” - 28”H
Corpus Back Supports 20”H
For PT Hardware Only For PT Hardware Only
TRU-Comfort2Back Supports
7” Stem 3” Stem