Dietz Tomtar TSU-2 User manual

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TSU-2 / TSU-4
Universal commode chair
User manual
Version 2.0.0

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product (see chapter "Product labelling").
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Thank you for choosing to purchase the
universal commode chair TSU-2/-4
from DIETZ.
This commode chair is a medical aid. In order to use it properly and avoid
possible risks due to unintended use, you must become thoroughly familiar
with its operation.
Read this user manual carefully before you begin using your TSU-2/-4. They
contain important safety instructions and valuable tips on correctly using
the commode chair.
In addition, you will receive information that will aid with maintaining
operational safety and the preservation of your investment in your com-
mode chair.
If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact
the specialist retailer which supplied the commode chair to you.
You will always nd the latest information about your product on our
website. For information or queries concerning product safety and on
recalls, please contact DIETZ in writing or by telephone. You will nd our
contact information on the back of these operating instructions.
NOTE
A large-print version of the operating instructions is
available for visually impaired persons at
www.dietz-rehab.de in PDF format.
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FOREWORD

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
01 Important information
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Intended purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Contraindications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
02 Product description
Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Accessories (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Sample illustration for TSU-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
03 Preparing the product for use
Assembly instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.1 Mounting the backrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.2 Fitting the seat / upholstery. . . . . . . . . . .7
3.3 Attaching the leg rests . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3.4 Adjusting the height of the foot plates . .8
04 Using the commode chair
Instructions for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
4.1 Locking brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
4.2 Getting in and out from the side . . . . . . .9
4.3 Getting in and out from the front . . . . .10
4.4 Use as a commode chair . . . . . . . . . . . .10
4.5 Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
4.6 Accessories and add-ons from
external suppliers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
05 Technical data
Commode chair dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Dimensions and mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Product tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Further information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
06 Safety instructions
Safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
07 Instructions for general use
Servicing / maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Tools for TSU-2 / TSU-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Fault-nding and rectication . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Repair / replacement of swivel castor . . . . . .18
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Disinfection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Handing over and reuse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Product labelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
08 Manufacturer declarations
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Lifetime. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Liability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

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01 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
This user manual is included in the scope of
delivery. The user should keep this manual on
hand at all times and it must remain with the
product if the product is passed on to a third
party. We reserve the right to make changes to
the versions shown in this manual as a result
of technical further development. Reprints,
translations and reproductions of this manual
in any form, in whole or in part, require the
written approval of DIETZ GmbH. The copy-
right is owned by the manufacturer. You can
obtain the latest version of the user manual by
contacting DIETZ GmbH.
INTENDED PURPOSE
The commode chair (max. user load 120 kg)
was designed for people with limited mobility
who require flexible toilet facilities in their im-
mediate vicinity due to their disability or ill-
ness. It is intended exclusively for persons to
relieve themselves or for temporary use as a
mobile chair in living areas. It is designed for
indoor use. If the commode chair is moved by
an accompanying person, this person must be
physically capable of pushing and braking the
occupied wheelchair. The commode chair is
not to be used by children and persons who
are smaller than 146 cm or weigh less than 40
kg (BMI < 17). The TSU-2/-4 is not suitable for
use as permanent seating.
INDICATIONS
The use of a TSU-2/-4 as a commode chair is
indicated when physically handicapped per-
sons cannot use the existing toilet or have dif-
ficulty reaching it due to:
tParalysis
tLoss of / defective / deformed limbs
tJoint contracture / joint damage
CONTRAINDICATIONS
The use of the commode chair is not indicated
for:
tFalse sensations
tSevere disequilibrium
tInability to sit
tA body weight exceeding 120 kg.
SYMBOLS
These symbols indicate passages of text that
are helpful for using and operating the prod-
uct in every day life.
WARNING
It is mandatory to observe and comply with
warnings. They draw your attention to the fact
that failure to comply with them may result in
injury and/or damage to the product or the en-
vironment.
NOTE
Tips and advice to simplify using the
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SCOPE OF DELIVERY
The commode chair is partially assembled at the
factory and packaged in a box.
On receipt of the commode chair, please imme-
diately check to make sure that the contents are
complete and undamaged. If the contents are
noticeably damaged, inform the freight compa-
ny immediately.
The contents consist of:
t1 commode chair TSU-2/-4 incl. seat with
opening and closed seat cushion
t1 user’s manual
tIn separate box: 2 leg rests incl. foot
plates with heel strap,
1 universal hexagon spanner (13, 10, 8,
6 and 4 mm) and 2 locking screws, 1
toilet pail
tAccessories (if selected)
WARNING
Risk of poisoning: When burnt, packaging
lms can release toxic gases.
Risk of suffocation: Keep the plastic bags
out of the reach of children.
ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL)
Acessories available from the manufacturer:
tUpholstered seat with opening for
commode seat, black
tSecond pail
02 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SAMPLE ILLUSTRATION FOR TSU-2
The TSU-4 differs from the TSU-2 only in the
number of locking brakes. It is outtted with 4
instead of 2 locking brakes.
1. Armrests
2. Seat cushion, closed (black)
3. Leg rest, swivelling and removable
4. Swivel castors without locking brake
(only TSU-2 / 2 ea.)
5. Push bar
6. Backrest upholstery
7. Backrest (incl. side elements, sliding handle
and backrest upholstery)
8. Locking screw
9. Seat surface with opening (grey)
10. Toilet pail
11. Swivel castors with locking brake
(TSU-2, rear / 2 ea. // TSU-4 / 4 ea.)
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3.1 Mounting the backrest
1. Lift the backrest with both hands on the side
of the backrest upholstery and insert the
backrest tubes vertically from above into the
mounting tubes (1, Fig. 2).
2. Secure the backrest with the locking screws;
see "Scope of delivery" (2, Fig 2).
3. Fold the side elements upwards into the
working position (3, Fig. 2). Ensure that the
locking bolts engage.
3.2 Fitting the seat / upholstery
1. Remove the lm from the seat. Now press the
seat plate onto the frame until it fully snaps in
place (Fig. 3).
2. Place the closed seat cushion (see scope of
delivery) on the recess in the seat.
3. The upholstered seat with opening (optional)
is also placed on the recess of the seat.
WARNING
Risk of trapping: Please ensure that the seat
fully snaps into place on the frame.
02 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 03 PREPARING THE PRODUCT FOR USE
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
The assembly and the functional check are performed by the specialist dealer. The dealer's technician
adapts the commode chair to the respective user.
WARNING
Risk of rolling away: Before any action while stationary, actuate the full brakes on the commode
chair.
Risk of trapping: Pay attention to your hands when adjusting moving parts.
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03 PREPARING THE PRODUCT FOR USE
3.3 Attaching the leg rests
1. To hang the leg rests in place on the sides,
pick them up by the leg rest tubes and insert
them into the mounting pins on the frame (1,
Fig. 4).
2. Swivel the leg rest forwards until the clamp-
ing lever engages (2, Fig. 4).
3.4 Adjusting the height of the foot
plates
1. Use pliers to remove the black cover cap from
the screw connection on the lower leg rest
tubes (1, Fig. 5).
2. Loosen the screw connection with the en-
closed universal hexagon spanner (13 mm).
3. Adjust the desired height of the foot plate by
pulling the foot plate downwards, out of the
leg rest tube (2, Fig.5).
4. Tighten the threaded connection securely
again.
NOTE
The setting is correct when your thighs are hori-
zontal with the feet placed on the foot plates.
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04 USING THE COMMODE CHAIRFig.5
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
WARNING
Risk of rolling away: Before any action while stationary, actuate the full brakes on the commode
chair.
Risk of trapping: on all movable parts!

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03 PREPARING THE PRODUCT FOR USE
4.1 Locking brakes
The TSU-2/-4 is equipped with four 5-inch swivel
castors. Depending on the model selected, the
two rear swivel castors or all four swivel castors
are equipped with brakes. When the respective
locking brake is engaged, the swivel castor is
braked and also prevented from rotating. For
stability and to prevent the commode chair from
rolling sideways, the two rear locking brakes
must always be engaged.
1. Actuate the locking brake by stepping on the
locking rocker (1, Fig. 6).
2. To release the locking brake, step on the small
rocker lever (2, Fig. 6).
04 USING THE COMMODE CHAIR
4.2 Getting in and out from the side
1. Move as close as possible with the commode
chair to the spot where you want to transfer
from or to the commode chair.
2. Engage the locking brakes.
3. To swivel the side element, release the lock-
ing bolt by pulling it backwards (1, Fig. 7).
4. The side element can now be swung down
(2, Fig. 7).
5. You can now transfer to or from the commode
chair sideways.
We recommend that the transfer from the com-
mode chair be carried out with an assistant.
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WARNING
Usage hazard: If the locking brakes are dam-
aged or unusable, discontinue use of the com-
mode chair immediately.
WARNING
Risk of trapping: When swivelling the side
elements, body parts and pieces of clothing
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4.3 Getting in and out from the front
1. Where possible, push the commode chair
against a wall or a solid piece of furniture.
2. Engage the locking brakes.
3. Fold the foot plates upwards (1, Fig. 8).
4. To fold the leg rest, operate the lever (1, Fig.
9) and rotate the leg rest to the side (2, Fig.
9).
5. Slowly bend your knees and try to grip the
armrests of the side elements.
6. You can now sit down on the commode chair.
7. Swivel the leg rests back in place until they
snap into position. Now fold the foot plates
down and place the feet in front of the heel
straps.
8. Subsequently, perform these steps in reverse
to get up from the commode chair.
WARNING
Danger of falling: When sitting down and
standing up, always fold the footrests off to the
side. Never stand on the foot plates.
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4.4 Use as a commode chair
Before use:
1. First, engage the locking brakes.
2. Slide the pail without a lid over the slide rail
from behind under the seat until it locks in
place (1, Fig. 10).
3. Remove the seat cushion if necessary.
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