Ki Mobility Axiom SP Visco Installation and operation manual

2021-03-11
DCN0671.0

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IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION
A. Intended Use....................................................................................... 3
B. Selecting the Proper Seating Product ................................................ 3
C. Become Familiar with this Manual ...................................................... 3
D. Warnings ............................................................................................. 3
E. Symbol Glossary................................................................................. 3
F. Check Your Skin Daily......................................................................... 4
G. General Warnings................................................................................ 4
H. Protecting Your Cushion..................................................................... 5
I. Obstructions........................................................................................ 5
J. Cover Orientation................................................................................ 5
SET-UP, ADJUSTMENT AND CARE
A. Fitting Your Cushion and Wheelchair.................................................. 6
B. Maintenance........................................................................................ 7
C. Cleaning .............................................................................................. 8
D. Reassembling Your Cushion After Cleaning....................................... 8
E. Axiom SP Fluid - Bottoming Out........................................................ 10
KI MOBILITY LIMITED WARRANTY.................................................................. 11
Table of Contents

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Axiom SP Visco & SP Fluid
IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION
NOTICE: This manual contains instructions for use with the Ki Mobility Axiom SP Fluid
and SP Visco cushion products. This information must be provided to the consumer of
this product. Do not remove this manual before delivery to the consumer of this product.
Supplier: This manual must be given to the consumer of this product.
Consumer: Read the entire owner’s manual prior to using this product and keep on-hand for
future reference.
NOTICE: Check all parts for shipping damage. In case of damage, DO NOT use. Contact
the supplier or Ki Mobility for further instructions.
Cushion Features
MAXIMUM USER WEIGHT FOR BOTH SP CUSHIONS: 350 lbs (158 kilos)
1. Pleated 4-Way Stretch Inner Cover 2. Viscoelastic Foam Insert
3. Dual Density Polyurethane Foam Base 4. Super 4-Way Stretch Lycra Outer Cover
1. Dual Density Polyurethane Foam Base 2. Pleated 4-Way Stretch Inner Cover
3. Hydrolite Fluid Bladder 4. Super 4-Way Stretch Lycra Outer Cover
SP Visco 1
2
3
4
SP Fluid
1
3
4
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A. Intended Use
Ki Mobility Wheelchair Cushions are intended to provide postural support, pressure
distribution and improved sitting tolerance.
B. Selecting the Proper Seating Product
Ki Mobility recommends that you consult with a licensed clinician (i.e. Physician or therapist)
trained in wheelchair seating and positioning before selecting any seating and positioning
product. This will help ensure you receive the right product for your specific needs. Axiom
Seating and Positioning products should only be installed by an authorized Ki Mobility
supplier.
C. Become Familiar with this Manual
Before using this cushion, you and each person who may assist you, should read this entire
owner’s manual and follow all instructions. Review the Warnings often, until they are second
nature to you.
D. Warnings
The word "WARNING" refers to a hazard or unsafe practice that may cause severe injury or
death to you or to other persons.
E. Symbol Glossary
SYMBOL DEFINITION
Indicates the medical device manufacturer.
Indicates the need for the user to consult an instruction for safety reasons such as cautions and
warnings. If presented on the medical device or packaging, it indicates the need for the user to
consult the instructions for safety reasons such as cautions and warnings.
Indicates the item is a medical device.
Indicates the manufacturer’s serial number so that a specific medical device can
be identified.
Indicates the authorized representative in the European Community.
Indicates the manufacturer’s declaration that the product meets the require-
ments of the applicable EC directives.
Indicates the need for the user to consult the instructions for use.
Indicates the need for the user to consult the listed website for instructions for
use in an electronic format.
Indicates a website where a user may obtain additional information about the
medical product.
Indicates a specified maximum weight limit (lbs/kg).
Indicates a transit securement point.
Indicates a potential pinch point.
Date of manufacture (YEAR/MM/DD).

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F. Check Your Skin Daily
Axiom Seating and Positioning products are designed to improve pressure distribution and
increase sitting tolerance. Whether the cushion provided will meet your individual needs
cannot be assured in advance. The integrity of your skin can be affected by many aspects of
your daily life and medical condition, including the use of this product. Be sure to follow any
skin care regimens established by your clinician.
Users of this product should make sure their skin is inspected daily for changes. If you see
changes, discontinue the use of this product immediately and consult with your clinician. A
key clinical indicator of tissue breakdown is skin redness. If your skin develops redness,
discontinue the use of this product immediately and consult your clinician. Be especially
careful to inspect the areas related to the bony prominences of the pelvis such as your
trochanters and ischial tuberosities.
WARNING: Failure to perform proper skin inspection or continuing to use a cushion
after skin changes are present can affect your skin integrity, resulting in serious injury or
death.
G. General Warnings
WARNING: Do not use or install this cushion without first reading and understanding
this manual. Please contact your authorized Ki Mobility supplier or your clinician if you
are unable to understand the Warnings and Instructions. Failure to do so could result in
serious injury or death.
WARNING: The adhesive on hook and loop closures (commonly known as "Velcro") may
degrade over time and reduce its ability to secure the cushion. This could cause you to
fall from your wheelchair, resulting in serious injury.
WARNING: The installation of a cushion on a wheelchair could affect the center of
gravity of the wheelchair. Changes in your center of gravity may affect your stability in
your wheelchair, resulting in tipping over or falling from your wheelchair which may
result in serious injury. Always review the instructions for use of your wheelchair to see if
changes to the wheelchair may be needed to provide sufficient stability after adding a
cushion.
WARNING: The integrity of your skin can be affected by many aspects of your daily life
and medical condition, including the use of this product. Be sure to follow any skin care
regimens established by your clinician. Consumers of this product should make sure
their skin is inspected routinely for changes as directed by their clinician. Failure to do
so could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Axiom SP Fluid - Do not leave the fluid cushion outside overnight at
temperatures below 40°F (5°C). Allow the cushion to warm to room temperature before
using. Sitting on extremely cold or hot surfaces can affect your skin integrity, resulting in
serious injury or death.

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H. Protecting Your Cushion
Avoid prolonged exposure to adverse environmental conditions. This may include excessive
exposure to sunlight and temperatures, either hot or cold. This can result in the degradation of
the performance of your cushions.
WARNING: Failure to protect your cushion may lead to changes that can affect your
skin integrity, resulting in serious injury or death.
Although your cushion has been manufactured in accordance with its labeled
flammability standards, you should avoid exposing your cushion to open flames or
extreme heat sources such as a burning cigarette. This may cause your cushion to ignite
or emit harmful gases.
WARNING: Failure to protect your cushion from extreme heat may cause your cushion
to ignite or emit harmful gases, resulting in serious injury or death.
I. Obstructions
To ensure your cushion works effectively, avoid obstructions between your bottom and your
cushion. Failure to do so will lessen the effectiveness of the product, potentially causing
pressure points on the skin and body.
WARNING: Pressure points can affect your skin integrity, resulting in serious injury or
death.
J. Cover Orientation
Your cushion was designed to be sat on in a specific orientation and it must be placed
properly in your wheelchair with the cover oriented correctly with the foam base. It is labeled
to indicate the proper orientation.
WARNING: Failure to properly orient the cushion and cover can affect your skin
integrity, resulting in serious injury or death.
Back
Front
Top
Bottom

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Set-Up, Adjustment and Care
A. Fitting Your Cushion and Wheelchair
1. Initial Cushion Set-Up Without User in Seated Position
• In determining the right cushion for you, ensure the dimensions are appropriate
considering the width and length of your wheelchair sling or seat pan. If you are unsure,
consult your authorized Ki Mobility supplier or your clinician.
• Place the cushion in the chair with the material identification tags facing the rear of the
chair and the cushion handle oriented toward the front of the chair. The non-skid
texture should be facing the seat sling or seat pan on your wheelchair.
• It is important that during normal use the cushion is retained in the wheelchair. It is also
important that the cushion is not displaced during transfers that might cause you to slip
or fall. Your cushion has hook and loop closures and a non-skid bottom to facilitate
retention in a wheelchair. Ensure the cushion hook and loop closures align and mate
with the wheelchair hook and loop closures. If your wheelchair sling or seat pan does
not have hook and loop closures, or they do not align with the cushion, you should
consult your authorized Ki Mobility supplier or your clinician to ensure the cushion is
appropriate.
WARNING: Failure to properly select a cushion that fits your wheelchair can affect your
skin integrity which can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Failure to properly orient the cushion and cover can affect your skin integrity
which can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Failure to properly select the cushion and cover that can be retained in the
wheelchair can cause you to fall from your wheelchair, resulting in serious injury or
death.
WARNING: Avoid using the cushion on overly stretched seat sling upholstery. Stretched
upholstery does not provide adequate support for the cushion and improper positioning
may result. This can affect your skin integrity, resulting in serious injury or death.
Hook and Loop Closures
(Bottom of Cushion)

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A. Fitting Your Cushion and Wheelchair (Continued)
2. Wheelchair Set-Up and Adjustment for your Cushion
a. Ensure hips are placed squarely in the back of the wheelchair and cushion as
directed by your authorized Ki Mobility supplier or your clinician.
b. Ensure your footrests are adjusted to the proper height, as directed by your autho-
rized Ki Mobility supplier or your clinician.
c. Ensure your back support is properly positioned and adjusted for your seated pos-
ture, as directed by your authorized Ki Mobility supplier or your clinician.
WARNING: Failure to ensure that the wheelchair is properly adjusted for use with the
cushion can affect your skin integrity, resulting in serious injury or death.
B. Maintenance
Regular cleaning and maintenance may help extend the life of your cushion. You should
inspect your cushion weekly. During cleaning, component inspection is recommended.
1. Check Cover for Tears and Excessive Wear
a. Remove cover and check for abnormalities (inside and out).
b. Check the foam base for breakdown or degradation.
c. If the cushion is the SP Fluid, inspect the fluid bladder for tears or punctures. Inspect
the area around the bladder and the cover for the presence of a thick, white fluid
which will indicate the presence of a leak.
WARNING: If you find any abnormalities, such as the foam breaking down or leaking
fluid, discontinue the use of this product immediately and consult with your authorized
Ki Mobility supplier or clinician. Failure to do so can affect your skin integrity, resulting in
serious injury or death.
C. Cleaning
1. Cleaning the Covers
a. Remove the inner and outer cover from the foam base and zip closed.
b. Machine wash in hot water and tumble dry - no heat. Do not iron. Note - Do not dry
clean covers or use industrial washers and dryers to clean cover. Do not steam auto-
clave. Do not bleach.
c. To refit cover after washing, fit cover back over foam base. Ensure the back of the
cover matches up to the back of the foam base. Note - If utilized in an institutional
setting, write the residents name with a permanent marker on the content label of the
cover. This will ensure the return of the correct cover to its matching cushion after
washing.
2. Cleaning the Foam Base
a. Remove the outer cover from the foam base and wipe lightly with a damp cloth. Do
not use soap. Do not submerge in water. Wipe off with a clean cloth.
b. Let your cushion completely air-dry before reassembly.

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C. Cleaning (Continued)
3. Axiom SP Fluid - Cleaning the Fluid Pad
a. Remove the cover from the foam base.
b. Remove fluid pad from the inner cover and wipe with hot water and soap.
c. Rinse with a clean, damp cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
NOTICE: Axiom SP Fluid - Never submerge the fluid pad in any liquid.
NOTICE: Axiom SP Fluid - Avoid harsh cleaning or rough handling as this may lead to a
degradation of the fluid insert.
D. Reassembling Your Cushion After Cleaning
Axiom SP Visco
1. After Proper Cleaning and Maintenance
a. Insert the foam base into the inner cover with the label down and the zipper to the
rear of the cushion.
b. Insert base plus inner cover into the outer cover. Ensure that white inner cover label
is down and zipper is to the rear.
c. Close the zipper on your cushion ensuring that the zipper-pull ends up closed with
the pull tucked into the zipper pocket cover.
60C
Do Not Dry Clean
Care & Use Instrucons
Machine Wash, Hot
Do Not Bleach
Tumble Dry, Normal, No Heat
Do Not Iron
Assembled
Cushion
Zipper fully
closed and
zipper-pull
tucked into
cover.
Foam Cushion
Inside
Cover
Viscoelastic Foam Insert
(Pre-installed)
Foam Cushion in
Inside Cover
Outer Cover

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D. Reassembling Your Cushion After Cleaning (Continued)
Axiom SP Fluid
1. After Proper Cleaning and Maintenance
a. Insert foam base into the inner cover.
b. Install the fluid insert by mating the hook and loop closure sections from the fluid
insert onto the hook and loop closure sections on the inner cover.
c. Install base/inner cover/fluid insert assembly into the outer cover.
d. Close the zipper on your cushion ensuring that the zipper-pull ends up closed with
the pull tucked into the zipper pocket cover.
WARNING: Place the Axiom SP fluid pad on the inner cover ensuring that all hook and
loop closure locations are aligned. A misalignment or creation of an edge could cause
an unwanted pressure point which could lead to injury.
Zipper fully
closed and
zipper-pull
tucked into
cover.
Foam Cushion
Inside Cover
Assembled
Cushion
Foam Cushion in Inside Cover
Hydrolite
Fluid
Bladder
Outside Cover