Leckey Pal Seat User manual

Pal Seat
User Manual
Supporting
Children
English

p.2 Pal Seat User Manual
The Pal Classroom seat has been designed
for children with mild to moderate needs to
help improve their posture and attention.
This manual shows you how to adjust the
seat and fix any accessories to it.

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1. Intended Use p.03
2. Declaration of Conformity p.03
3. Terms of Warranty p.03
4. Product History Record p.04
5. Product Training Record p.04
6. Safety Information p.05
7. How to adjust seat and attach accessories p.06
8. Cleaning & care information p.17
9. Daily product inspection p.17
10. Reissuing Leckey products p.18
11. Technical information p.19
1.0 Intended Use
2.0 Declaration of Conformity
James Leckey Design Ltd. as manufacturer with sole responsibility declares that the Pal
Classroom Seat conforms to the requirements of the 93/42/ EEC Guidelines and EN12182
Technical aids for disabled persons, general requirements and test methods.
The Leckey Pal Seat has been designed for use in the nursery or classroom by children aged
1-8 years old with mild to moderate postural needs. It is designed to give improved stability
which helps reduce fatigue and allows the child longer periods of concentration and fine
motor activity. It comes in three sizes, size one having a maximum user weight of 30kg
(66lbs), size two 35kg (77lbs) and size three 40kg (88lbs).
3.0 Terms of Warranty
The warranty applies only when the product is used according to the specified conditions
and for the intended purposes, following all manufacturer’s recommendations (also see
general terms of sales, delivery and payment). A three year warranty is provided on all Leckey
manufactured products and components.
Contents

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4.0 Product History Record
Product Training Records
(Parents, Teachers & Carers)
Your Leckey product is a prescribed Class 1 Medical Device and as such Leckey recommend
that parents, teachers and carers using the equipment should be made aware of the following
sections of this user manual:
6.0 Safety
8.0 Cleaning and Care Information
9.0 Daily Product Inspection
Leckey recommend that a written record is maintained of all those who have been trained in
the correct use of this product.
Your Leckey product is classified as a Class 1 Medical device and we recommend that a written
record is maintained to provide details of all setups, reissue inspections and annual inspections
of this product.
5.0

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6.0 Safety Information
1. Always read instructions fully before use.
2. Users should not be left unattended at any time
whilst using Leckey equipment.
3. Only use Leckey approved components with
your product. Never modify the product in
any way. Failure to follow instructions may put
the user or carer at risk and will invalidate the
warranty on the product.
4. If in any doubt to the continued safe use of
your product or if any parts should fail, please
cease using the product and contact our
customer services department or local dealer as
soon as possible.
5. Carry out all positional adjustments and ensure
that they are securely fastened before you put the
user into this product.
6. To attach some accessories may require the
use of a tool which is provided with the relevant
accessory. Keep all tools out of the reach of
children.
7. When the product is stationary ensure that all
castors are locked and facing away from the base
as this will improve product stability.
8. Never leave the product on a sloping surface,
greater than 5 degrees.
9. The product contains components which
could present a choking hazard to small children.
Always check that locking knobs and bolts within
the child’s reach are tightened and secure at all
times.
10. Leckey products comply with fire safety
regulations in accordance with EN12182. However
the product contains wooden and plastic
components and therefore should be kept away
from all direct sources of heat including naked
flames, cigarettes, electric and gas heaters.
11. Do not place hot items greater than 40 degrees
Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) on the tray.
Maximum load on a Size 1 & Size 2 Tray is 5kg; on
a Size 3 it is 8kgs.
12. Clean the product regularly. Do not use
abrasive cleaners. Carry out maintenance checks
on a regular basis to ensure your product is in
good working condition.
13. The product is designed for indoor use and
when not in use should be stored in a dry place
that is not subjected to extremes of temperature.
The safe operating temperature range of the
product is +5 to +40 degrees Celsius (41 to 104
degrees Fahrenheit).
14. If a footplate is used, self transfer into the seat
is only recommended when the footplate is at its
lowest setting, i.e. at floor level. If a footplate is
used in any other setting we recommend a risk
assessment is carried out (and reviewed as the
child grows) and a carer holds the back of the
seat while the child transfers in and out of the
seat. For additional stability the anti-rocker skis
can be attached to the legs.
15. If rocker skis are used, there is potential for the
child to trap their foot under the skis or footplate
(if attached) during self transfer. We recommend
a risk assessment is carried out (and reviewed as
the child grows) and a carer holds the back of
the seat while the child transfers in and out of the
seat.
16. If the seat is used on hard, slippy surfaces the
seat may need to be stabilised by a carer while
the child transfers in and out of the seat.

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How to adjust seat and
attach accessories
7.1 Leg adjustment
7.0

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7.2 Seat Depth 7.2 Backrest angle

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7.3 Removing the 2 point pelvic strap

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7.4 Rocker and stabiliser 7.5 High legs

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7.6 Castor legs

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7.7 Armrest adjustment

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7.8 Pommel

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7.9 Side pads
7.10 Ramped cushion

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7.11 Footrest

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7.12 Tray and tray pad
MAX
Size 1
5kg 5kg 8kg 8kg
Size 2
Max Load
Size 3 Size 4
CLICK

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7.13 Table

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8.0 Cleaning & Care Information
Wipe clean with warm soapy water followed by a clean water rinse. Do not use strong
detergents, abrasive products, organic solvents or dry cleaning fluids. Heavily ingrained soiling
may be removed by scrubbing with a soft brush.
Where disinfecting is required use mild sanitizer wipes or disinfectant solution mix (1 part bleach
to 10 parts water) from brands such as: GERMWARFARE ® & Choroclean®.
Most stains, e.g. food and drinks or urine will not be absorbed by the vinyl and can be wiped
off without any permanent damage, but difficult substances such as ball point pen ink should be
cleaned off immediately to avoid permanent staining.
Check all wooden components regularly to ensure there are no cracks or splinters.
9.0 Daily Product Inspection &
Servicing
We recommend that daily visual checks of the equipment are carried out to ensure the product
is safe for use. The recommended daily checks are detailed below.
1. Ensure all adjustment knobs are in place and secure.
2. Check all upholstery for signs of wear and tear.
3. Check all castors are moving freely and locked securely.
4. Check all Velcro strips and brush off fluff to ensure components secure firmly.
If in any doubt to the continued safe use of your Leckey product or if any parts should fail,
please cease using the product and contact our customer services department or your local
dealer as soon as possible.
In the UK & ROI please contact the Leckey Service Centre on UK 0800 318265 or ROI 1800
626020 and our customer service department will be delighted to assist you with your servicing
requirements.
All international service enquiries should be directed to the appropriate Leckey distributor who
will be delighted to assist you. For further information on Leckey distributors please visit our
website at www.leckey.com.

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10.0 Reissuing Leckey Products
Before reissuing a product we recommend that the therapist prescribing the product has carried
out an equipment compatibility check for the new user and has ensured that the product being
reissued contains no modifications or special attachments.
A detailed inspection should be carried out on the product prior to reissuing as detailed under
Section 9.
Ensure the product has been cleaned thoroughly in accordance with Section 8 of this manual.
Ensure a copy of the user manual is supplied with the product. A copy can be downloaded from
our website www.leckey.com.
Leckey recommend that a written record is maintained of all product inspections carried out
during the reissue of the product.
If in any doubt to the continued safe use of your Leckey product or if any parts should fail,
please cease using the product and contact our customer service department or your local
dealer as soon as possible.

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Product Codes - Seats
11.0 Technical Information
Green Blue
Size 1 135-1600-01 135-1600-03
Size 2 135-2600-01 135-2600-03
Size 3 135-3600-01 135-3600-03
Size 4 135-4600-01 135-4600-03
Product Codes - Leg Options
Rocker / Stabiliser Castor Legs High Seat
Size 1 135-1604 135-1610 135-1630
Size 2 135-2604 135-2610 -
Size 3 135-3604 135-3610 -
Size 4 135-4604 135-4610 -
Product Codes - Leg Options
Green Blue
25mm Side Pads Size 1 135-1635-01 135-1635-03
Size 2 135-2635-01 135-2635-03
Size 3 & 4 135-3635-01 135-3635-03
50mm Side Pads Size 1 135-1654-01 135-1654-03
Size 2 135-2654-01 135-2654-03
Size 3 & 4 135-3654-01 135-3654-03
Ramped
Cushion
Size 1 135-1651-01 135-1651-03
Size 2 135-2651-01 135-2651-03
Size 3 135-3651-01 135-3651-03
Size 4 135-4651-01 135-4651-03
Pommel Size 1 135-1602-01 135-1602-03
Size 2,3 & 4 135-3602-01 135-3602-03
2 Person Table Size 1 135-1700-01 135-1700-03
Size 2 135-2700-01 135-2700-03
Size 3 135-3700-01 135-3700-03
4 Person Table Size 1 135-1701-01 135-1701-03
Size 2 135-2701-01 135-2701-03
Size 3 135-3701-01 135-3701-03
Tray Tray Pad Footrest
Size 1 135-1620 135-1656 135-1603
Size 2 135-2620 135-2656 135-2603
Size 3 135-3620 135-3656 135-3603
Size 4 135-4620 135-4656 135-4603
Product Codes - Leg Options

Leckey
19c Ballinderry Road
Lisburn BT28 2SA
Northern Ireland
leckey.com
([phone]
[e-mail]
LS237-08