Kent HiLo with TC 020914a v1.4
Transfer Chair Unit
User Operating Instructions
Maximum User weight 22 stone / 140 kg
This unit requires the assistance of a helper to make sure it is correctly positioned for lifting
or lowering. Under no circumstances must a user sitting on the chair attempt to connect or
disconnect the chair from the lifting arm without help.
The unit is fitted with armrests, which can be raised to assist entry into the chair, lockable
casters, and a moveable footrest.
Operating Procedure
1. Position the transfer chair unit next to the user requiring bathing. Ensure there are no
obstructions or obstacles which may interfere with the raising or lowering of the bath.
Additionally, ensure there are no obstructions near the transfer trolley.
2. Lock the wheels to stop the trolley moving during user transfer, and slide the footrest back
under the chair to gain better access.
3. DO NOT permit the armrests to be utilised to assist the user into the chair, as this may
cause it to detach from the trolley.
4. Lift up the armrests and transfer the user into the chair. Ensure that the Lap Strap
is fitted - this must be worn at all times whilst using this product. This bath must only be
used with the transfer chair trolley provided.
5. Lower the armrests, re-adjust the footrest to suit the user, unlock the wheels and move the
transfer chair unit to the side of the bath local to the lifting arm.
6.With the lifting arm in the out of bath position and fully lowered, reverse the transfer chair
unit up to the side of the bath, making sure the chair is central to the lifting arm. Lock the
wheels.
7. Lift the chair up from the trolley using the push-button hand control, making sure the chair
is correctly connected to the lifting arm. Remove the trolley from the area and traverse the
chair over the bath and lower.
8. Lift the chair and traverse it to the out of bath position. Locate the trolley to receive the
chair and lower it into its secured position, making sure the chair has disconnected
completely from the lifting arm prior to moving. Re-adjust the footrest to suit the user and
