Drive Inspired Ultima User manual

WARNING!
Read ALL instructions before using this product!
Ultima™/ Ultima Access Bath Transfer
U. S. Patent No. 7,328,953; D508,175; D503,556; D507,904
Option with Compact Base
Complete Conguration
BTUC-8131M
BTUC-8141L
BTUAC-5131M
BTUAC-5141L
Seating & Transfer Base
BTUS-8130M
BTUS-8140L
BTUAS-5130M
BTUAS-5140L
BTC-5101
Option with Foldable Base
Complete Conguration
BTUF-8130M
BTUF-8140L
BTUAF-5130M
BTUAF-5140L
Seating & Transfer Base
BTUS-8130M
BTUS-8140L
BTUAS-5130M
BTUAS-5140L
BTF-5113

Your Ultima and Ultima Bath Transfers have 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 precautions you should take to reduce the risk of injury:
1. Read and understand ALL instructions.
2. To reduce the risk of injury or drowning, NEVER leave the user
unsupervised or unattended while using this product.
3. Determine, with a physician or therapist, the suitability of this product
for the intended user.
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. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Thank you for choosing Inspired by Drive.
Maximum Weight Capacity
To ensure the occupant’s safety, DO NOT exceed the following
maximum weight limits:
Option with Compact Transfer Base
Ultima
(with mesh seating) BTUC-8131M BTUS-8130M 160 lb
BTUC-8141L BTUS-8140L 180 lb
Ultima Access
(with cushion) BTUAC-5131M BTUAS-5130M 160 lb
BTUAC-5141L BTUAS-5140L 180 lb
Option with Foldable Transfer Base
Ultima Bath
(with mesh seating) BTUF-8130M BTUS-8130M 160 lb
BTUF-8140L BTUS-8130M 180 lb
Ultima Access
(with cushion) BTUAF-5130M BTUAS-5130M 160 lb
BTUAF-5140L BTUAS-5140L 180 lb
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ATTENTION

The Ultima/Ultima Access Bath Transfer is shipped partially
unassembled. Inside the package, you will nd these following pieces:
Adjustment Pull Handle
Rolling Base
Back & Calf Frames Cover and Hardware Kit
BridgeTub Base
Seating Shuttle Anti-Tippers
Anti-Tippers
Compact Base Components (See page 7 for assembly instructions)
Foldable Base Components (See page 10 for assembly instructions)
Seating Components (See page 4 for assembly instructions)
Rolling Base Tub Base
Seating Shuttle
Casters
Casters
Leg Tubes
Leg Tubes
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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
Back
Frame
Pull Tab
Bolt
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
(straight calf panel)
G. Calf angle adjustment pull tab (bent
calf panel)
H. Knee support bar
C
E
F
G
H
D
B
A
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ASSEMBLY OF SEATING

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.
INCORRECT (NOT LOCKED)
No Gap
Connector
Pull Tab
Gap
CORRECT (LOCKED)
Adjustments to the bath transfer SHOULD NOT be made while the
product is in use or occupied.
ATTENTION
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SAFETY CHECKS

Cover Installation: (refer to seating diagram on pg. 4)
Ultima (with mesh seating):
• Pull on the angle adjustment pull handles (A, G)
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 hook &
loop straps around the top side-tube and secure
underneath the seating (Fig. 5).
Ultima Access (with cushion):
• Pull on the back angle adjustment pull handle (A)
to set the backrest support to the most upright
position (Fig. 1). Slip cover over the back rest and
adjustment pull handle (Fig. 4). Wrap the hook
& loop straps around the seat frame and secure
underneath the seating (Fig. 6).
Adjusting Back Angle:
1. Locate the adjustment pull handle (A) on the back
of the seating 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.
WARNING: Back angle should not be
adjusted when the seating is occupied.
Adjusting Calf Support Angle:
1. On the calf support frame, under the cover, locate
the adjustment pull handle (G) for the Ultima or
the adjustment pull tab (Fig. 1) on each leg for
the Ultima Access It is not necessary to remove
the cover. Using both hands, grip the lever and
calf support frame and squeeze together for the
Ultima or pull out the pull tabs for Ultima Access.
2. With a lifting motion, adjust the angle up or down. Figure 6
Figure 3
Figure 4
Pull handles
Figure 5
Hook & loop strap
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COVER INSTALLATION AND ANGLE SETTINGS

The rolling base has commode pail system
that is pre-installed to the system. If you need
to remove it, please follow these steps:
1. Turn the rolling base upside-down.
2. Remove both support rails by using a
Phillips screw driver (Fig. 7).
Rolling Base Assembly:
1. Slide the anti-tipper clamp over the rear
leg tube making sure that the notched end
faces upward (Fig. 8).
2. Loosely tighten the clamp and install the
anti-tipper tube from the bottom, making
sure that there is about ¼” to ½” clearance
from the floor. Tighten the clamp.
3. If ordering footrest option, slide the
footrest clamp over the front leg tub. Align
the center slot on the clamp to the holes
on rolling base leg (Fig. 8). Secure the
clamp with bolt. The height is adjustable
and can be re-positioned when the seating
is fully assembled for correct t.
4. Insert the caster into the socket on the
bottom of the individual leg tube (Fig. 9).
5. Insert the leg tube into the rolling base by
depressing the locking button and sliding
the leg tube up the frame (Fig. 10).
Tub Base Assembly:
6. Insert the individual leg tube into the tub base by
depressing the locking button and sliding the leg
tube up the frame (Fig. 10).
Figure 9
Figure 7
Align slot to
the holes
Notch
Figure 8
Figure 10
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COMPACT BASE ASSEMBLY

Seating and Rolling Base Assembly:
1. Insert the guide rail hooks into the guide rails and slide the seating
frame assembly onto the rolling base (Fig. 11). Be sure to slide the
seating all the way until the safety locking latch clicks into position on
the base (Fig. 12).
Note: If you need to change the way the seating faces, you may
remove the rolling base, rotate it 180° and insert the guide rail hooks
into the guide rails, and slide the seating frame assembly back onto
the rolling base.
2. If ordering with footrest option, insert
the footrests onto the footrest clamps by
aligning the buttons on footrests with the
notches on the clamp (Fig 13).
Guide Rail Hooks
Figure 11
Guide Rails
Figure 13
Notch
Figure 12
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COMPACT BASE ASSEMBLY

1. Set the desired height on both tub base and rolling base by
depressing the locking button on leg tubes and slide them up or
down.
2. Place the tub base inside the tub or
shower (Fig. 14). Level the frame by
adjusting the leveling feet making sure that
the height of the rolling base is the same
as the tub base (Fig. 15). Lock the leveling
feet in place with the jam nuts.
3. Place the bridge in position to connect the
tub base to the rolling base (Fig. 16). Be
sure that the bridge sits in the indent slots
so that it is at with the top of the rails. If
the bridge does not sit at, check the height
adjustment on both bases. The height
must be the same on both bases for proper
bridge t and smooth transfers.
WARNING: Never operate the transfer
system if the bridge is not seated
securely in place and at with the
rolling and transfer base rails.
4. To transfer the seating frame, lift up on the
safety latch located behind the seat, slide
the seat to the desired position (Fig. 17).
The seat is in position when the safety latch
locks on the other side of the transfer base.
5. The bridge can be removed during use so
the shower door or curtain can be closed.
WARNING: Do not remove the bridge
unless the safety lock is latched.
Figure 14
Figure 16
Figure 17
Figure 15
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OPERATING THE COMPACT TRANSFER BASE

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FOLDABLE BASE ASSEMBLY
Rolling Base Assembly:
1. Slide the anti-tipper clamp over the rear leg tube
making sure that the notched end faces upward
(Fig. 18).
2. Loosely tighten the clamp and install the anti-
tipper tube from the bottom, making sure that
there is about ¼” to ½” clearance from the floor.
Tighten the clamp.
3. If ordering footrests, slide the footrest clamp over
the leg tubes making sure the notched end faces
upward. Align the center slot on the clamp to the
holes on rolling base leg (Fig 18). Secure the
clamps with bolts. The height is adjustable and
can be re-positioned when the seating is fully
assembled for correct t.
4. Insert the casters into the socket on the bottom of
the individual leg tubes (Fig 19).
5. Insert the leg tubes into the rolling base by
depressing the locking buttons and sliding the leg
tube up the frame.
Seating and Rolling Base (Shuttle) Assembly:
6. Insert the guide rail hooks into the guide rail and slide the seating frame
assembly onto the rolling base. (Fig. 20). Be sure to slide the seating all
the way until the safety latch locks into position on the base (Fig. 21).
Note: To remove the seating from base, release the safety latch in the
back and press the Slider Safe™ button (Fig. 22).
Figure 21 Figure 22
Figure 20
Guide Rail
Guide Rail Hooks
Figure 19
Align slot to
the holes
Notch
Figure 18

Figure 23
Notch
11
7. If ordering with footrests, insert them by
aligning the slots on the footrests with the
notches onto the footrest clamps (Fig. 23).
Tub Base Assembly:
8. Unfold the tub base legs by pulling the
legs out and rotating them into position.
Each leg is in position when it locks into
the slots at the bottom of the frame rail
(Fig. 24).
Note: When unfolding the legs, grab the leg on the darker-colored pivot
section as close to the top as possible. This will prevent damage to the
leg and make it easier to unfold.
Note: When folding the tub base for storage, fold the two front legs
(the legs closest to the latch) rst. The adjusting legs do not have to be
removed when folding for storage.
OPERATING THE FOLDABLE TRANSFER BASE
Figure 24
Slot
Fine-tuning knob
Slot

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OPERATING THE FOLDABLE TRANSFER BASE
1. With the legs in the open and locked
positions, place the transfer base into
the shower or tub (Fig 25). Then, roll the
seating to the end of the tub base (Fig 26).
Note: The shuttle base is reversible and
can be installed on the slide rails in either
direction to accommodate any bathroom
layout.
2. Adjust the leg height of the tub base so
the frame tubes are at the same height as
the rolling base and both are aligned when
positioned end to end (Fig. 27).
3. Make rough adjustments (¾”) with the
detent buttons (Fig. 27), or make ne
adjustments by loosening the back knobs
(refer back to Fig. 24) and turning the legs
to the desired height. Tighten the adjusting
knobs when the height is set.
4. When the heights of the tub base and the
rolling base are equal, move the rolling base
as close as possible to the tub base. Place
the tongue of the manual locking latch over
the receiver on the tub base (Fig. 28).
5. Lock the rolling base to the tub base
with the center latch before attempting
to transfer or slide the rolling base. Loop
the tongue from the tub base over the
hook receiver on the rolling base. Lock
the base to the seating by pulling down on
the manual locking handle until the safety
lock clicks in place (Fig. 29). The safety
lock prevents the seating base from rolling
away.
Figure 25
Figure 26
Figure 28
Tongue
Figure 29
Locking latch
Figure 27
detent button
ne-tuning
knob

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6. Prior to transfer, raise the calf support high enough to clear the sides
of the tub (Fig. 30).
7. When transferring, roll the shuttle base
until the latch on the back clicks into the
position lock bolt (Fig. 31). There are
position lock bolts on rolling base and
tub base. These will lock the seating into
a secure position and eliminate any side
movement and/or rolling during use.
Note: The lock bolt on the tub base can be
repositioned into two other locations
for better positioning of the individual
over the tub in certain applications
(Fig. 32).
8. To release the lock, pull upward on
the black knob on the lower back
of the slider and allow it to travel
between the coupled rolling base and
bath tub base.
OPERATING THE FOLDABLE TRANSFER BASE
Figure 31
Figure 30
Figure 32

Soapy water or mild cleansers may be used on all parts of your Ultima
and Ultima Access Bath Transfers. Harsh abrasive cleansers may dull
the nish.
The fabric cover for the bath transfer is made of polyester that is durable,
antimicrobial, resilient, quick drying, fade resistant, and machine
washable.
Cleaning Instructions:
1. Remove the seating cover by following these steps below:
• Adjust the back and calf support frames to horizontal. Turn the
seating up-side down and remove hook & loop 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.
FABRIC CARE
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

To order accessories for the bath transfer system please call Customer
Service at [phone] or email [email protected].
Head Support Pad
Designed for better head positioning
Lateral Support Pad
Designed for better torso
positioning
Positioning Belt
Quick release strap for
various loops on chair
allowing for multiple
positions. Two belts are
included.
Detachable Armrest
Offer four height positions
Seat Angle
Adjustment
Bracket
Raise front seat height to
2.5”, 3” or 3.5”
Padded Abductor
Attaches easily to improve hip
alignment and stabilize seating position
Footrests
Foot Support
Pelvic Positioning Belt
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ACCESSORIES

WARRANTY
Inspired by Drive warrants this product to be free of defects in material
and workmanship. Our obligation under this warranty is limited to
repair or replacement of any part or entire unit at our option for a
period of one year from date of delivery to the original purchaser. The
warranty does not include cost of inconvenience, property damage,
misuse, abuse, crash or similar incidents. The warranty will not
apply if product has been tampered with or repaired by unauthorized
individuals.
C0000-10-71 (Rev E) 08/2017