Firefly SplashyBig User manual

User Manual
Family Freedom
English

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Please read all user instructions
carefully before using SplashyBig.
These instructions can also be
downloaded from our website
www.reyfriends.com along
with videos, diagrams and
other useful downloads.
Contents
01 Intended Use p.03
02 Certication p.04
03 Warnings and Cautions p.04
04 Terms of Warranty p.06
05 Safety Information p.06
06 Precautions and Contraindications p.08
07 Cleaning and Care Information p.09
08 Product Inspection and Servicing p.11
09 Important Guidelines p.12
10 Re-issuing Firey Products p.12
11 Instructions for Use p.13
12 Sizing Information p.32
13 Table of Symbols p.33

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SECTION 01: Intended Use
Intended use
The Bathing Supports are intended
to support children and young adults
who have mild to complex postural
needs that disrupt the ability to sit
without external support. All devices
are intended to be used within a bath
or shower to facilitate personal care.
SplashyBig can additionally be used
outdoors for recreational purposes
such as use at a beach or water park.
Indications for use
SplashyBig is intended to provide
support for children with disabilities
who require head and trunk support
whilst using the bath. For structure,
safety and support, it is essential
that SplashyBig is attached to the
oorsitter base unit at all times.
SplashyBig is designed for children
aged between approximately 7–14
years old and with a maximum user
weight of 55kg (121lbs).
We recommend that an adult
completes product inspections in
accordance with Section 08 of this
user manual to ensure the product
is safe to use. Firey Friends Ltd.
and James Leckey Design Ltd.
cannot accept any responsibility if the
product is used outside of its intended
use. If in doubt please contact Firey
customer services on UK 0800 318265
or ROI 1800 626020.
Daily activities tested and
approved by Firey Friends Ltd
and James Leckey Design Ltd are:
1. In the bath or shower
2. For water play activities
Use of SplashyBig outside the
bathroom, (such as the garden
or beach) should be assessed in
advance. Be mindful that SplashyBig
contains working oorsitter-to-
seat connections which could be
affected by small particles and/
or obstructions (such as soil, grass
or sand). If SplashyBig does come
into contact with any substances
that could affect the oorsitter-to-
seat connections, ensure they are
thoroughly rinsed after use.
Please refer to Section 05 for
Safety Information and Section 07
for further guidance on cleaning
and care.
Children should not be left
unattended/unsupervised
in their SplashyBig bath
seat at any time, as
they could be at risk of
drowning or injuring
themselves.

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SECTION 02: Certication
SplashyBig is classied as a Class I Medical Device under EU and UK regulations.
As the manufacturer, James Leckey Design Limited, declares that this product
conforms to the Medical Device Regulation (2017/745), UK Medical Device
Regulations 2002, Medial Device Directive (93/42 EEC) and EN 12182:2012
Assistive products for persons with disability, general requirements and test
methods.
Notice to the user and/or patient: Any serious incident that has occurred
in relation to the device should be reported to the manufacturer and the
competent authority of the Member State in which the user and/or patient is
established.
NOTE:
General user advice.
Not following these instructions may result in physical injury, damage to the
product or damage to the environment!
SECTION 03: Warnings
and Cautions
Warning Toppling Hazard
• Never use SplashyBig on uneven
ground.
• Always check that the seat
back is secure before the user is
transferred into SplashyBig and
the user’s foot safety straps are
being used as soon as the user is
seated.
• Never leave the child unattended
whilst seated in SplashyBig.
Caution Daily Checks
• SplashyBig is to be checked daily
before use to ensure that all
harnesses and seating elements
are securely attached.
• Always visually inspect the
product before use. If in doubt,
STOP. If you suspect or know the
product or a part is faulty, STOP.
Contact our customer services
department or your local dealer as
soon as possible.
Caution Finger Pinch Hazard
• Take care when assembling or
adjusting the position of the seat
components that your ngers do

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not get pinched when positioning
seat components and tightening
mountings.
• The carer should not touch any
moving joint or pivot that is not
locked.
Warning Finger Trap Hazard
• Take care that the ngers of
the operator or child do not get
trapped in the spaces between the
seat and the frame. Also, when
closing the oorsitter stabiliser
that the child’s ngers are clear of
the product.
Warning Occupant Security
• Before placing the user in the
product, adjust the product into
its therapy orientation and check
its stability.
• User transfers in and out of the
product must be done with
appropriate equipment and
personnel.
• Ensure that the occupant
is secured with the device
harnesses as soon as they are
transferred. Care should be taken
with any recline adjustments for
involuntary movements which
might cause entrapment between
the seat and frame/bath. Never
leave the child unattended whilst
in SplashyBig.
• User toppling risk - if the belts
need loosened during hygiene
activities the child could slip down
or, due to lack of trunk control,
they could topple face forward.
• Drowning risk for reclining product
in a very deep bath.
• If the user exhibits any form of
distress, remove from the product
as quickly as is safely possible.
Caution Cleaning
• Clean the product regularly
to prevent the build-up of dirt.
Accumulated dirt can prematurely
wear the seat mouldings and
encourage corrosion in the frame.
Only use non-abrasive household
cleaners and moist cloths.
Caution Cleaning Power Washer/
Hoses
• Do not use hoses or power
washers on the frame
components, the frame is not
sealed against running water and
may be damaged by water ingress.
Caution Storage
• The product should be kept away
from all direct sources of heat,
including naked ames, cigarettes,
electric and gas heaters.

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Failure to follow these
instructions may put you
or the child at risk.
SECTION 04: Terms of
Warranty
The warranty for SplashyBig applies
only when the product is used
according to its intended use, following
all manufacturer’s specications.
A one year warranty is provided
with this James Leckey Design Ltd.
manufactured product.
Goods can be returned to us for
warranty, repair or replacement up
to 12 months from receipt. Once you
contact us, we will arrange collection
of the goods at our expense and, once
returned to us we will repair or replace
goods and return them to you within
14 days. In all cases, it is the customers’
responsibility to ensure the goods
being returned are suitably packaged,
preferably in the original packaging.
SECTION 05: Safety
Information
1. Always read user instructions
fully before use.
2. Children should not be left
unattended/unsupervised
at any time in this product.
3. If using SplashyBig at the beach,
never leave your child
unattended near the sea.
4. Check that all of the SplashyBig
components are securely assembled
according to user instructions before
use. SplashyBig must be attached to
the oorsitter base unit at all times
and placed on a rm, solid, static
surface. Never use SplashyBig on a
sloping surface.
5. The maximum user weight
for SplashyBig is 55kg (121lbs).
This should never be exceeded.
6. SplashyBig contains parts which
could present a choking hazard to
small children. Check all components
are tight and securely fastened
before use – including toggles
and straps.
Caution Disposal
• Only dispose of SplashyBig in
a community waste disposal
site under the correct recycling
category.
Caution Bringing into Use
• When bringing SplashyBig
into use from storage, allow
it to acclimatise to ambient
temperature rst.

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7. Do not modify SplashyBig or use
components other than Firey
approved components with
SplashyBig at any time. This may
put your child at risk and may
also invalidate your warranty.
8. When using SplashyBig in
environments which may have soil/
sand/grass or small components,
always ensure that you clean out
the oorsitter-to-seat connections
after every use to prevent any
obstructions. For reconnecting
oorsitter to seat please refer to
Section 11.2.8
9. After use, allow SplashyBig to dry
thoroughly before storing it away
carefully. SplashyBig should be kept
away from all direct sources of heat
including naked ames, cigarettes,
electric and gas heaters.
10. Clean the product regularly in
accordance with Section 07 of
this user manual.
11. Complete maintenance checks
on a regular basis to ensure
your product is in good working
condition. SplashyBig should
not be used if any of the parts
are faulty.
12. If you are in any doubt about
the safe use of SplashyBig or the
oorsitter base unit, or if any parts
should fail, please cease using the
product immediately and contact
Firey customer services on UK
0800 318265 or ROI 1800 626020.
13. Any promotional items supplied
with SplashyBig should not be used
unsupervised.
14. When using the stabiliser ensure
stabiliser is fully locked.
15. It is not possible for us to provide
specialised moving and handling
advice as the circumstances will
differ for each family. For guidance
on moving and handling, speak
with your therapist.
Improper moving and handling
can cause risk of injury to you
and your child.
We recommend you consult with
your therapist for moving and
handling advice prior to use.

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SECTION 06:
Precautions and
Contraindications
Precautions
• Fixed spinal deformities such as
scoliosis or kyphosis.
• Severe muscle contractures.
• Severe muscular or skeletal
asymmetry including hip
dislocation.
• Progressive and muscle wasting
conditions.
• High risk or recent history of bone
fractures.
• High risk of pressure related injury
or open sores.
• Strong, uncontrolled movement
patterns.
• Poorly controlled seizure activity.
• Children dependent on the use
of percutaneous endoscopic
gastrostomy.
• Medical instability including
compromised respiratory or
cardiovascular function.
• Dependant on 3rd party life-
sustaining apparatus such as
oxygen tanks.
• Signicant learning
disabilities and/or
behavioural issues.
Contraindications
There are no contraindications
associated with bathing devices.
The instructions for use indicate
that for all products, no child
or young adult should be left
unintended in the device when in
use or contact with water.
All precautions and
contraindications are taken at
the discretion of the parent or
prescribing clinician.

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SECTION 07: Cleaning
and Care Information
How to Maintain
• When cleaning SplashyBig we
recommend that you use only warm
water and a non-abrasive detergent.
Never use organic solvents or dry
cleaning uids.
• Do not machine wash or steam
clean SplashyBig’s foam components
as it may cause the foam to lose
shape and warp.
• We recommend that you do not use
any type of prescribed medicated
lotions in the bath water during
the bathing process as this may
contribute to the breakdown
of SplashyBig’s materials.
• Wipe the bath surface clean of any
residue or dirt before attaching the
oorsitter to it, ensuring the rubber
feet grip rmly to the bath.
• To remove sand/soil/grass or any
small particles that may be in the
oorsitter-to-seat connections, slight
tapping of the area will encourage the
particles to fall out. Rinse thoroughly to
ensure there is no build up of particles
inside the connections. For stubborn
blockages on the oorsitter, the latch
can be given a thumb push to remove
any particules and aid release.
• Should your bath seat come into
contact with salt water, rinse all
parts thoroughly with fresh,
clean water.
5-point Harness
The SplashyBig 5-point harness
can be removed and cleaned
with soapy water.
Floorsitter Base Unit
1. Ensure the bottom of the oorsitter
base unit and stabiliser are cleaned
after every use to ensure grip on the
bottom of bath.
2. Soap and water can be
used for daily cleaning.
3. Do not use solvents to clean
the oorsitter base unit.
SplashyBig Foam Seat Base,
Backrest and Supports
1. Soap and water can be used
for daily cleaning.
2. The EVA foam covers can be
removed and washed periodically
to avoid a build-up of residue
and grime.

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Hook locations
SplashyBig’s EVA foam covers
can be removed and washed every
few months.
1. The EVA covers are attached by
eight hooks. Two on the seat back
and six on the seat base.
2. Detach all hooks by hand
(do not use tools).
3. Wash using soapy water.
4. Ensure the covers are completely
dry before reattaching.
5. Ensure all hooks are engaged
when putting the covers back on.
If SplashyBig is being
used in environments
outside of the bathroom,
(such as the beach or
garden) it is important
to rinse it after every use
so that it is free from any
particles/obstructions
that could affect its
working mechanisms.
For reconnecting
oorsitter to seat please
refer to Section 11.2.8

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SECTION 08:
Product Inspection
and Servicing
We recommend that various checks
of SplashyBig are carried out before
each use to ensure the product is safe.
The recommended checks are
listed below:
1. Ensure that the SplashyBig back
rest and seat base have been tted
securely together as detailed in
Section 11 of this manual.
2. Check that SplashyBig is xed
correctly to the oorsitter base unit
and ensure it is stable and secure in
the bath before placing the child in.
(NB: Stabiliser is not required for use
of SplashyBig in bath.)
3. Ensure the 5-point harness and
bumper supports are securely xed
to SplashyBig using the toggle
xtures.
4. Check the 5-point harness and
bumper supports for any signs
of wear or tear.
5. Check the buckles and toggles
for cracks or damage.
6. Check SplashyBig and Floorsitter
latches and connections are clear
of dirt or debris with no signs of
wear and tear.
If you are in any doubt
about the safe use of your
Firey product or if any
parts should fail, please
cease using the product
and contact our customer
services department as
soon as possible.
For all service related issues
please refer to the Firey website
www.reyfriends.com or contact
Firey on customer.enquiries@
reyfriends.com

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Note: Always clean the product rst
to remove accumulated soiling prior
to disinfecting/sanitising.
1. Where possible, we recommend
the use of an automated “fogger”
disinfection system that is used
to completely cover the product
surfaces with a disinfectant agent.
The manufacturer’s instructions
for the chosen system should
be referred to prior to use and
followed exactly.
2. Where an automated disinfection
system is not available, all product
surfaces should be wiped over
with disinfectant surface wipes or
liquid disinfectant on a soft cloth.
Suitable products are 70% IPA,
70% Alcohol or diluted bleach. The
manufacturer’s instructions for the
chosen product should be followed.
Product upholstery and fabrics
should be cleaned thoroughly in
accordance with section, Cleaning
and Care Information, of this
manual.
Ensure a copy of the user manual is
supplied with the product. If in any
doubt about the continued safe use
of your Firey product or if any parts
should fail, please cease using the
product and contact our customer
service department as soon as possible
on UK 0800 318265 or ROI 1800
626020.
SECTION 09:
Important Guidelines
Ensure that SplashyBig is sitting
securely in the bath. Recline the back
rest into a mid-recline position for
children who can assist with transfers
or are lifted into the bath. Please refer
to section 11.6.
Full recline should be used for children
who will be hoisted into the bath.
This should make transfers into
SplashyBig easier.
We would advise you t the 5-point
harness and bumper supports to
SplashyBig before you place the child
into the seat, however, they can be
adjusted if necessary once your child
is in the bath. Please exercise caution
and monitor your child closely whilst
alterations are being made to the
bath seat.
Lifting a child in and out of the bath is
an activity which could cause injury to
your back. We would recommend you
seek advice from your therapist with
regards to safe transfers (moving and
handling techniques) of your child
in and out of the bath.
SECTION 10: Re-issuing
Firey Products
Before re-issuing a product, it is
recommended that it is disinfected
using one of the following procedures:

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SECTION 11:
Instructions for Use
11.1 SplashyBig Parts
Your SplashyBig will arrive
with the following parts:
1x Back rest
1x Seat base
1x Floorsitter base unit
4x Bumper supports
1x Groin strap & 4x Harness straps

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11.2 Assembling SplashyBig
• We highly recommend that you
complete a ‘dry run’ with your
child in SplashyBig whilst wearing
light clothing to ensure correct
placement of harness and
bumper supports.
• Make sure your bath is clean
and free from any residue before
placing the oorsitter into the bath.
• Your SplashyBig MUST be assembled
BEFORE lling the bath with water.
We recommend you ll the bath with
a mixture of hot and cold water to
prevent damage to SplashyBig.
• See section 11.6.1 for some guidance
on how to position the recline arm
on the SplashyBig.
Continued
11.2.1 Placement of
the oorsitter
The oorsitter should always be
placed on a rm, solid, static surface.
When placing the oorsitter on your
chosen surface, it’s vital that all
rubber feet are in contact with
the surface. Whilst the stabiliser is not
needed when using the SplashyBig in
the bathtub, it is important to ensure it
is fully rotated to its, “locked”, position
when outside the bathtub.

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11.2.3 Placement of
the oorsitter
Once the oorsitter is in place,
ensure the recline arm is set
to its highest position.
11.2.2 Using stabiliser
function
11.2.4 Assembling the
SplashyBig seat
Before attaching SplashyBig to the
oorsitter, the back rest and seat
base must be assembled.
Hold the backrest of SplashyBig up
vertically with the grooves at the top.
Use your other hand to slot the seat
base into the grooves on the backrest.
Flip the seat base in the opposite
direction to lock the connection
together. Once connected insert
the hinge foam ap underneath
the foam backrest cover.
Always use the stabiliser
when SplashyBig is being
used outside the bath to
limit any risk of tipping.
Listen for audible click
when locking stabiliser

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To connect the shoulder and
lateral straps, follow this diagram.
To ensure you are placing the straps
in the correct side of SplashyBig,
the buckle should appear as pictured.
11.2.5 Attaching &
conguring
the harness
& bumpers
To attach any of the support straps
and bumpers onto SplashyBig’s
seat base and back rest place the
relevant toggle through the hole.
Secure by turning the toggle
sideways underneath the seat.

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11.2.6 Conguring
5 point harness
Insert toggle of the groin strap
into SplashyBig seat base.
Insert the toggle of the
left shoulder strap through
the hole at the correct
height for your child.
Insert the toggle of
the left lateral strap
into a hole on the side
panels of the back rest.
Repeat the process
for the right shoulder
and lateral straps.
Once all the straps
are securely in place,
connect all the straps
together using the
buckle to create a
5 point harness.
The straps can be fully
adjusted by releasing the
clamp, making the strap
tighter or looser depending
on requirements. Please
ensure the clamp is closed
once the strap has
been adjusted.
Tip – When happy with
adjustment you can thread the
remaining section of the strap
through the foam section of
the harness to keep it tidy.

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11.2.7 Conguring
3 point harness
Insert the toggle of
the left lateral strap
into a hole on the side
panels of the back rest.
Repeat the process
for the right lateral strap.
Once all the straps
are securely in place,
connect all the straps
together using the
buckle to create a
3 point harness.
Do not adjust conguration from a 5 point harness
to a 3 point harness while the child is in the bath seat.

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11.2.8 Fitting SplashyBig
seat to the
oorsitter
Lower SplashyBig with the seat
base at onto the oorsitter.
Making sure the seat base
is centrally aligned with the
oorsitter move the seat base
forward so the seat base slides
into the locking channel.
When the seat base locks into
the oorsitter you will hear a
click which will mean the lock
has been engaged.
Listen for audible click
when engaging both
seat base and seat back
to the oorsitter.

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Before attaching the recline
arm to the backrest, ensure
that it is at the highest setting.
Once attached correctly,
you will hear a click.
This picture shows what the
bath seat should look like
when it is fully assembled.
It is now safe to put your
child into SplashyBig.