KIRTON Duo Mini Operation manual

Duo Mini
User Instructions
Contents
2 Introduction to the Duo Mini chair
3 Duo Mini Chair
3 Guidelines for Best Practice
3 Questions and Concerns
4 The User Instructions
General Operation of the Duo:
4 What is Tilt-in-Space?
4 Operating the Tilt-in-Space and Elevating
Legrest
5 Back Height Adjustment
5 Back Support Adjustment
6 Footboard Height Adjustment
6 Footboard Angle Adjustment
6 Back Angle Adjustment
6 Seat Height Adjustment
7 Seat Length Adjustment
7 Removing the Seat Module
7 Seat Width Adjustment
8 Arm Height
8 Headrest Angle Adjustment
8 Headrest Split-Wing Adjustment
9 Positional Headrest Adjustment
9 Lateral Supports
9 Removable Arms
10 Pommel
10 Leg-Laterals
10 Lap-Belt and Pelvic Positioner
11 Potential Risks, Cautions and Warnings
11 Care and Maintenance
11 Service and Maintenance Indicator
12 General Care
12 Helpline
Duo Mini User Information
June 2017
IMPORTANT NOTICE
• On receipt of the chair the battery must be
fully charged before use via the handset.
• It is recommended that the battery is
charged for at least 8 hours.
• DO NOT let the battery completely
discharge as this will render it unable to
fully recharge again. If the battery is left to
completely discharge it will have to be
replaced and this is not covered under
warranty.
• It is recommended that the battery is
charged regularly overnight to prevent
complete discharge.
• The chair may be used and operated whilst
it is being charged.
• WARNING – If the chair is moved whilst
plugged into the wall socket, damage may
occur to the charger.

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Introduction to the Duo Mini
chair
What is the Duo Mini?
The purpose of the Duo Mini seating
system is to provide the ultimate in
positioning and postural management for
young children who are unable to maintain
their body posture and require extra
support.
The Duo is the third generation in Kirton’s
multi-positioning seating range following on
from the original Persona and Solo chairs.
Whilst the original chairs provided
significant manual adjustment and
positioning opportunities, the Duo provides
equivalent adjustment and positioning with
the added value of electrically/battery
operated Tilt-in-Space and legrest
elevation.
Designed to easily adjust the tilt-in-space
positioning and elevate the legrest as well
as providing a pressure management
seating solution, the Duo Mini is multi-
adjustable in all its dimensions for each
individual user.
Why is there a need for this type of
chair?
The ability of a seated person to function
efficiently and perform activities depends on
their ability to adopt the appropriate
posture. All activity is posture dependent.
If a person cannot move or has problems
adjusting their posture, it may be necessary
to use seating to try to provide externally
what is limited internally.
The Duo helps fulfil the need to maintain an
individual’s seated posture yet
re-orientate and redistribute pressure. This
is achieved by using the tilt-in-space and
back angle recline features that are key to
the Duo’s functionality.
Who should consider using the Duo
Mini?
Designed for young children with or at risk
of developing an unconventional body
shape or for those with postural related
problems, the Duo can be used within a
variety of different environments including
domestic homes, special schools, hospital
and respite care environments.

Duo Mini Chair
Options
Different seat widths:
• 200, 250, 300 or 350mm
Available as either Ramped or Flat seat
modules
Pressure Relieving Seat Options
• Intelli-Gel® Seat Module
• Transflo Gel Seat Module
• Reflexion™ Foam Seat Module
Back Style Options
• Cushioned Waterfall Backrest
Accessories
• Lateral supports
• Leg-Laterals
• Pommel
• Extra waterfall cushion for back
heights over 490mm
• Flat seat board
• Ankle Huggers
• Tray with straps
• Pelvic Positioners
• Lap-Belt
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Guidelines for Best Practice
To ensure good practice when considering
purchasing a Duo Mini and effective use
post purchase we advise that the following
guidelines are considered:
1. Seek advice and input from a qualified
therapist/professional and/or Kirton
representative/distributor at the initial
prescription of the chair.
2. If unsure when ordering the chair and
any accessories contact either the
therapist involved or your Kirton
representative or distributor or our
Customer Services Team on
Freephone 0800 212709 or
[phone] to discuss
further.
3. Following delivery of the Duo Mini
chair, it is necessary for it to be
configured and adjusted for the user.
This can either be carried out by a
therapist or individual trained in the
set-up and configuration of the Duo
Mini chair or the regional Kirton
representative, where possible.
4. It is recommended that during the
initial set-up of the chair other staff
members that will be supervising the
user(s) should be trained in adjusting
the chair to ensure the chair is
adjusted safely and correct positioning
is maintained for the benefit of the
user. This is of particular importance
where the chair is to be used by
several different users who will all
require different configurations of the
chair to varying degrees.
5. Users of the Duo Mini should be
supervised and checked regularly to
ensure their most appropriate position
is maintained in the chair.
Questions and Concerns
Should you experience any difficulties or
have any concerns regarding the initial
purchase or subsequently adjusting the
Duo chair or have any concerns regarding
its use or operation then immediately
contact either your Kirton representative,
distributor or our Customer Services Team
on Freephone 0800 212709 or
[phone], they will be delighted
to help you.

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The User Instructions
The purpose of the following user
instructions is to provide a guide on how to
utilise, adjust and maintain the Duo Mini
chair.
The instructions should be read by all those
involved with the supervision of the user
and/or the care of the chair before
configuration and use.
The Duo Mini must be set-up or configured
specifically for each individual using the
chair.
The necessary steps for configuration are
detailed in this document to ensure correct
positioning and to make postural
adjustments to the chair to ensure safe and
comfortable use.
Please retain these instructions with the
Care and Maintenance card enclosed for
future reference.
What is Tilt-in-Space?
Tilt-in-space is a unique pivoting system
that provides a reclined, resting position
whilst maintaining posture and pelvic
stability.
Weight is distributed over a larger contact
surface area, reducing the shearing forces
on the skin, making it a simple yet effective
way to combat the build up of pressure.
Key to the Duo Mini is the ability to effect
the tilt-in-space without over exertion by the
carer or indeed the user through the use of
a battery powered motor.
Operating the Tilt-in-Space and
Elevating Legrest
The Duo Mini enables either the carer or
the user, where appropriate, to adjust the
Tilt-in-Space facility and/or the elevating
legrest by the simple touch of a button.
Electric Hand Controller Buttons
Legrest
Elevation
Legrest
Lowering
Lowering
Tilt-in-Space
Reclining
Tilt-in-Space

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Back Height Adju
stment
The correct postural position for the user is for
the top of the chair back to be the same height
as the top of the user’s ear.
To increase the back height of the chair:
• Detach the loose cover back panel at the
rear of the chair by unfastening the Velcro
both at the top and bottom of the cover.
• Secondly, loosen the material backboard
cover (it folds underneath the backboard for
storage on lower back heights) so that the
extra material hangs loose revealing an
extra Velcro strip.
• To adjust the back height, use the spring
pull “snaps” located on the metal back
frame. When retracted and turned 90°the
snaps will stay out whilst the correct position
is selected. Slide the upper part of the back
up or down until the height required is
achieved and allow both pins to snap back
into the required holes.
• Ensure both “snaps” are located correctly
before use.
• For Duo Mini’s with a back height over
625mm an extra waterfall cushion is
required to fill the increased back height
space. Always check that there is enough
cushioning when the back of the Duo Mini is
reclined as this can reveal a gap on the
higher back heights. Use the extra waterfall
cushion to fill this gap.
• The extra waterfall cushion should be fixed
to the Velcro on the backboard cover. The
remaining backboard cover should then be
folded up behind the backboard for
neatness.
• The waterfall cushions have been designed
to condense and mould to the user as the
dimensions of the chair are reduced or
increased to fit altered chair dimensions.
Where necessary the extra waterfall
cushion should be inserted.
Back Support Adjustment
The user may require more or less waterfall
cushioned support dependent on the
individual’s needs and the back height
required. For those that require a back height
greater than 490mm an extra waterfall cushion
can be added (see back height adjustment).
The cushioning of the waterfall pillows can be
increased or decreased according to user
need.
• To decrease padding:
Simply unzip the cushions at the back; slit
the fabric bag carefully and remove the
amount of Dacron padding necessary.
Take care not to trap any of the fibres in the
zipper.
• To increase padding:
If more Dacron is required to provide firmer
cushioning and support, unzip the cushions
at the back and add more Dacron preferably
behind the bagged Dacron so as to avoid
trapping any loose fibres in the zipper.
Extra Dacron can be obtained from Kirton.
Please contact your Kirton representative or
distributor or our Customer Services Team on
Freephone 0800 212709 or
[phone] to discuss further.