Repose Boston User manual

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Boston
Users Manual

Thank you for purchasing a Repose Boston chair. The Boston is our most
versatile health chair with functionality that enables its use as part of a 24-hour
postural care programme.
Available in electrically or manually operated models.
To maximise the advantages of your chair please take the time to read these
instructions carefully, as they contain essential information on set-up and
operation of all key features, as well as upholstery care, important safety
advice plus warranty and contact details. If for any reason you are unsure of
anything, please contact your supplier immediately for further information.
Please keep this manual safe for future reference.
Thank you
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4 What Our Expert Says
6 Important Safety Instructions
8 Rechargeable Battery Operation and Maintenance
9 Basic Technical Checks (Electric model only)
9 Recommended Quality Checks
10 Chair Delivery
10 Pressure Care Management
10 Weight Limits
11 Feature Functionality
20 Back and Seat Cushion Adaptability
22 Posture Support Back Cushions
24 Pressure Management Seat Cushions
26 Optional Accessories
27 Chair Dimensions
28 Fabrics
28 General Upholstery Care
29 Boston Fabric Cleaning Instructions
31 Warranty
Contents
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What Our Expert Says
Kate Sheehan
Independent Occupational Therapist
Where can the chair be used?
The chair can be used in a number of health and care
environments including hospitals, hospices and care
homes as well as in domestic situations.
What are the feature benefits?
The Boston allows carers to regularly reposition users
to redistribute pressure and provide all day comfort.
It comes with a unique combination of Tilt in Space and
independently controlled back recline and leg elevation:
• The Tilt in Space
This allows the seat back angle to remain the same
whilst the whole seating system is tilted backwards,
allowing the angle of hips, knees and ankles to remain
unaffected during this movement.
It also reduces the weight on the Ischial Tuberosities
and redistributes the weight through the back. This
feature can also help when transferring someone in
a sling as it can support better pelvic positioning by
using gravity to position the user in the back of the
chair in the optimal position.
• Independent back and leg rest movement
Both the backrest and leg rest can be adjusted
separately providing a further range of back and leg
positional combinations to support improved posture
and pressure management.
Who is this chair suitable for?
The Boston Tilt in Space portering chair has been designed and engineered to meet the needs of
semi-ambulant and non-ambulant users, addressing pressure management issues and providing a
range of additional support features that can be used to modify the chair to individual needs.
The Boston is ideal as part of a 24-hour postural care programme and is available in both manual
and electric models. It can be easily repositioned to allow for optional occupational performance,
enabling an individual to engage comfortably in tasks they need or want to do.
The Boston could be used for multiple conditions, however there would be a huge benefit to
palliative care and life limiting conditions such as late stages of neurological conditions. Due to its
high level of deep comfort, it could be used for clients with painful joints, where any movement is
painful e.g. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ehlers-Danios syndromes or neurological conditions.
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• Height and angle adjustable footplate
The footplate comes with a range of positions to accommodate fixed flexion and to maintain
the foot position for users with drop foot. The footplate can also be removed or flipped up to
allow uninterrupted access with a hoist.
• Interchangeable and adjustable back cushions
There is a choice of eight interchangeable pressure management back cushions that enable the
chair to be adapted to a single user’s changing needs or to adapt the chair to another user. This
ensures greater longevity of its usage.
In addition, all cushions can be repositioned to suit a user’s individual seating preferences and
fibres added or removed from fibre filled cushions to adjust firmness. Covers can also be
removed for cleaning.
•Interchangeable seat cushions
There is a choice of six pressure management seat cushions all designed with different levels of
pressure management in mind. In addition, there is a full seat cover and chaise to reduce the risk
of pressure areas developing due to pinch points and to reduce shear and friction.
• Contoured leg channels
The contoured leg channels in the leg rest provide comfort and support by reducing the risk of a
user crossing their legs or from their legs falling off the edge of the leg rest.
• Portering
The unique wing handles allow the Boston to be
moved easily when an individual is in either a reclined
or semi reclined position. There is also a push handle
for normal movement.

Please ensure that:
• YOU ALWAYS KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE as you will need them for
reference purposes.
• ALL CARERS AND ATTENDANTS are trained in the full use of the chair and are qualified
to provide advice on the pressure management and postural care options.
• YOU UNDERSTAND the features of the chair and how they might be used to benefit
particular users.
• If you have purchased the electric model PLEASE ENSURE YOU READ the basic technical
checks and about the rechargeable battery system.
• YOU UNDERSTAND the recommended user weight limit for your chair. It will be dependent
on the Repose chair model that you have chosen. Please ensure that you understand these limits
and DO NOT exceed them. This may damage the chair and will invalidate your
warranty.
• YOU CHECK the chair regularly to ensure that it is in a suitable working condition and that
there is no damage. DO NOT USE the chair if it is not working properly or damaged.
• YOU ALWAYS move the chair around using the push handle or wing handles and that you are
mindful of your own physical attributes as you carry out any such movements. DO NOT use
other parts of the chair to move it around as this may cause damage to the framework and
workings of the chair and will invalidate your warranty.
• YOU ALWAYS take the necessary precautions and advice when carrying out any movement or
handling operations.
• NEVER push the chair up or down steps or stairs.
• When moving a user around in the chair ALWAYS ensure that the user’s feet are positioned on
the footplate to avoid them catching or dragging on the floor.
• YOU ALWAYS LOCK THE CASTORS when the chair is stationary, for making transfers
or when altering the chair set up. THIS WILL AVOID any movements that could cause
personal injury.
• When using the functionality of the chair e.g. recline, leg rest operation etc. when someone is in
the chair ALWAYS ensure that any movements are smooth and comfortable for the user to
avoid any distress.
• YOU ONLY use the lap strap, fitted as per the instructions, for moving people about in the
chair. IT IS NOT A PELVIC POSITIONER and should NEVER be used for restraining a
user. ALWAYS ensure that it is in a good working condition.
Important Safety Instructions
The following instructions are for your own safety, the
safety of others and to ensure that the chair is used
correctly and in line with the warranty conditions.
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• Children DO NOT play with, or on, the chair as this may cause damage and could result in
personal injury.
• NO ONE stands or sits on the arms, the leg rest or footplate as this may damage the chair and/
or cause it to tip. To do so may cause personal injury.
• NO ONE stands on the seat as this may damage the chair and/or cause it to tip. To do so may
cause personal injury.
• You are ALWAYS careful to keep hands, other body parts and clothes away from the moving
parts of the mechanism when checking or during usage to avoid them being trapped.
• YOU NEVER exit the chair whilst the footplate is extended or the leg rest is elevated.
• The chair is only operated at normal room temperature and is NEVER used or stored in a damp
or wet area.
Additional safety instructions – Electric model
• YOU ALWAYS store your handset in the pocket on the back of the chair. This will ensure that
it will not be damaged by either falling on the floor or from anyone sitting on it.
• Children DO NOT play with the handset. To do so may result in personal injury.
• YOU ALWAYS disconnect the power supply before checking any part of the chair.
• YOU CHECK the chair and cables regularly to ensure that they are in a suitable working
condition and that there is no damage. DO NOT USE the chair if it is not working properly or
damaged.
• NO cables are trapped under the chair and that YOU DO NOT run over the cables with the
castors or other equipment e.g. vacuum cleaner.
• If there is a spillage on the chair IMMEDIATELY DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICITY
FROM THE MAINS and check that no electrical components are wet. If in any doubt please
consult with your supplier or a qualified chair engineer.
Maintenance and repairs
• YOU ONLY USE approved parts on your chair. These can be obtained through your supplier.
Failure to use approved parts will invalidate your warranty.
• YOU ALWAYS get your supplier or a qualified professional to carry out any repairs or fit
new parts to the chair. DO NOT attempt to carry out your own repairs to the chair as this may
invalidate your warranty.
• YOU NEVER MAKE any material design, mechanical or other modifications to the chair as this
may affect the way in which the chair operates and the inherent safety features. It will also
invalidate your warranty.
• YOU PROVIDE your original purchase invoice and unique chair batch number when ordering
parts or when making a claim under your warranty.
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Operation and charging
• When the chair is received the battery MUST BE FULLY CHARGED before usage. It is
recommended that the battery is CHARGED FOR AT LEAST 8 HOURS. The green LED
light on the charger will turn green when charging is complete.
• The battery SHOULD BE OPERATED at normal room temperatures and never in damp
environments.
•The battery provides an average of up to 20 chair adjustments.
• There is an acoustic warning signal, a 5 second beep, that notifies you of a low remaining charge
during operation. Charge the battery before further use.
• DO NOT let the battery completely discharge as this will stop it from being fully charged again.
If the battery is left to completely discharge it may have to be replaced and this is not covered
under the 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, but DO NOT move the chair
about when it is plugged in.
•The electrical components are designed to be used for no longer than 2 minutes continuous
movement in any period of 20 minutes. (See Usage time on page 13).
•Rechargeable batteries, by their nature, have limited lifespan and are characterised by gradual
power loss over time. This normal depreciation and continual power loss is not covered under
the warranty.
Maintenance and disposal
•The rechargeable battery system is designed to be maintenance free.
•DO NOT open the battery.
•If your battery shows any signs of leakage do not allow the fluid to come into contact with your
skin. If it does, clean the affected area and contact your doctor.
•If the battery is stored disconnect the battery from the control or drive system and ensure you
charge it every six months. Maximum storage time is 12 months.
•ONLY use a dry cloth to clean.
•Damaged batteries must be disposed of immediately and in line with environmental regulations.
Repose always recommend that a qualified chair engineer carries out any checks.
Rechargeable Battery
Operation and Maintenance
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Basic Technical Checks
(Electric model only)
Recommended Quality Checks
If the chair stops working then there are some simple checks that you might carry out.
• CHECK the battery still has a charge – if you have heard the audible beep then the battery will
need recharging.
• CHECK the handset is not damaged and that the handset light is on.
If both these are okay then check the following, but ALWAYS DISCONNECT your
chair from the power source when doing the following checks.
• CHECK the wall socket is in working order by trying another appliance.
• CHECK to see if any cable connections have become disconnected.
• CHECK to see if any of the cables are damaged or trapped. Damaged cables should be changed.
• DO NOT open or attempt to open any electrical components. To do so may invalidate your
warranty.
If the chair is still not working then you should contact an authorised chair engineer or your supplier
and ask them to check the chair thoroughly.
The chair should always be checked every time it is used for signs of damage or excessive wear
and tear to ensure safe and reliable usage is maintained. Regular checks should include, but are not
limited to:
• Damage to the cables or adjustment levers.
• Any loose or detached parts.
• Damage to the handset.
• Castors for damage or any build up of fluff, dirt or dust particles.
• Damage to the fabric of the chair.
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The chair will have been set up at the date of delivery and supplied with a full set of documents.
If you have any questions please speak to the person or company that took delivery.
Chair Delivery
Pressure Care Management
Weight Limits
The Boston has been designed to incorporate a number of pressure management features. The use
of these features will depend on your assessment of the client’s requirements.
Please ensure that you understand the features and how they can be used.
For the benefit of your client we always recommend that those setting up or operating the Boston
are trained on the use of the chair and in pressure management and postural care.
The Boston comes as standard with an overall weight limit of 159 kg (25 stone) and with a maximum
leg rest weight limit of 57 kg (9 stone).
Important note – If you choose certain pressure management seat cushions then the overall
weight limit will be reduced to 127 kg (20 stone) for these cushions. These include the Airform and
Celliform cushions. The maximum leg rest weight limit will always remain at 57 kg (9 stone).
Please check the weight details on each of the pressure seat cushion options or ask your supplier for
further details.
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Below we have detailed the chair’s key functionality which will enable full usage of
the chair allowing you to provide additional comfort and posture control for the user.
Please read the User Manual for complete details on how to operate your model
of chair.
Chair location
It is essential that you locate the chair correctly so as to ensure that all of the features will work
properly:
• Position the chair in your chosen location, ensuring that the chair has enough space to recline fully
and freely. There should be no objects behind the chair that could obstruct its movement. The
chair should never touch the wall when it reclines.
• The leg rest should be able to move fully and freely with no objects to restrict this movement.
• The footplate should be able to move fully and freely with no objects to restrict the movement.
• Position the chair free from any trailing wires (electric model).
• Ensure that the chair is within easy reach of a power point to charge or recharge the battery
system (electric model).
• Always ensure that there is enough space for the carer to operate the chair.
Important note – Obstructions may cause damage to the chair and its mechanism and will
invalidate your warranty.
Use the red pedals to lock
and unlock the castors.
Feature Functionality
4 lockable castors
The Boston comes with 4 heavy duty lockable
castors designed to glide easily over low
profile carpets, wooden and vinyl flooring.
ALWAYS LOCK THE CASTORS when
the chair is stationary, for making transfers or
for making changes to the chair set-up. THIS
WILL AVOID any movements that could
cause personal injury.
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Portering
The Boston is extremely easy to manoeuvre by using either the push handle or the unique
wing handles.
Push handle Wing handles
Using the Wing Handles the user can be moved easily whilst the chair is in a reclined position.
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Rechargeable Battery System
(Standard on electric models)
The electric model comes with a rechargeable battery for mains free usage.
The battery provides an average of up to 20 chair adjustments.
Operational instructions can be found on page 8.
Handset instructions
(Electric Model only)
The Boston electric Tilt in Space (TIS) mechanism comes with the following six button handset.
The handset operates the TIS, the independent backrest recline and leg rest elevation. The following
instructions will aid easy use of your chair.
Please store the handset in the pocket at the rear of the chair for safety reasons.
Important Warning – When the audible warning sounds, which will take the form
of a beep for 5 seconds, it is important to charge the battery system.
Simply depress the button required to carry
out the movement as illustrated. By releasing
the button the movement will stop in the
required position.
Electric model – Usage time
The electrical components are designed to be used for no longer than 2 minutes continuous
movement in any period of 20 minutes. If they are used for 2 minutes continuously then they
should not be used for another 18 minutes. Two minutes will allow for a considerable amount of
movements in line with normal operation.
Independent Backrest Recline adjustment
Backrest down Backrest up
Tilt in Space Recline adjustment
Backwards TIS movement Forwards TIS
movement
Independent Leg Rest adjustment
Leg rest up Leg rest
down
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Push Handle Lever and Controls
(Manual Model only)
On the manual model the push handle has two levers which are
highlighted on the image. The lever on the right (1) operates the
Tilt in Space. The lever on the left (2) operates the independent
back recline. The image also shows the robust rubber grip handles
for ease of portering. (3). All levers are clearly labelled on the chair.
Tilt in Space adjustment
The chair can be gently tilted in a range of positions. The Tilt in Space function allows the
seat-to-back angle to remain the same whilst the whole seating system is tilted backwards. This
ensures that the angle of the hips, knees and ankles remain unaffected and the weight on the Ischial
Tuberosities is also reduced by redistributing the weight through the back. This constant angle also
prevents sheering to the back and the bottom during movement..
This feature can also help when transferring someone in a sling and can support better pelvic
positioning by using gravity to position the user in the back of the chair in the optimal position.
Ideal for use as part of a 24-hour pressure management plan.
Manual Model
Using the right-hand side lever (1) you are able to operate the Tilt in Space movement.
Simply pull the lever towards you and hold in. This will release the tilt locking mechanism which
will then allow you to move the chair in one motion. Pull the push handle towards you to tilt the
chair and reverse this operation to move back to the original seating position. Ensure that you carry
out this action slowly so as not to cause discomfort to the chair user. Once you have reached the
desired position release the lever and the chair will lock in position. Repeat to return to the original
or to an alternative position.
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Electric Model
On the handset the two central buttons enable the Tilt in Space to be engaged (See handset image on
page 13). Simply depress and release the desired button to reach the correct position.
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Independent Backrest Recline adjustment
The backrest can be independently reclined to open up the angle between the backrest and the seat,
providing additional positions for comfort, support and pressure management.
The angle range is 108° to 165°.
Manual Model
The lever on the left-hand side (2) of the push handle reclines the backrest independently of the leg
rest and tilt position.
Simply pull the lever towards you and hold in. This will release the backrest in order for it to
recline. Pull the push handle towards you to recline the backrest to the desired position. Ensure
that you carry out this recline action slowly so as not to cause discomfort to the chair user. Once
you have reached the desired recline position release the lever and the back will lock at this angle.
Repeat to return to the original position or to select another angle. This reclining back angle action
can be used at any time to open up the back angle.
Electric Model
On the handset the top buttons enable the Independent backrest movement to be engaged (See
handset image on page 13). Simply depress and release the desired button to reach the correct
position.
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Independent Leg Rest adjustment
The long profile leg rest is specifically designed to support positioning of the legs. The gentle profile
shaping, supports the legs, prevents them from slipping from the leg rest and reduces the risks
associated with individuals crossing their legs.
The leg rest angle can be changed independently of the backrest movement allowing the leg rest to
be altered to the required angle for the user’s comfort.
The leg rest can move 90°degrees from the standard seating position.
Manual Model
The leg rest can be adjusted independently of the backrest by using
the finger pull lever on the side of the chair as indicated. Pull the lever
outwards and keep the lever out to allow the movement to take place.
This will enable the leg rest to move up or down by applying pressure
on the leg rest until the desired position is reached. A range of positions
can be selected for the user’s comfort. Once the desired position is
reached simply release the lever and the leg rest locks into place.
Electric Model
On the handset the bottom buttons enable the Independent leg rest
movement to be engaged (See handset image on page 13). Simply
depress and release the button to reach the correct position.
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ALWAYS ENSURE that the user’s legs are kept safe from
any sudden pressure or movements during any alterations.

Height and Angle Footplate adjustments
An optional height and angle adjustable footplate provides a range of support positions. The
footplate can also be removed or flipped up to allow uninterrupted access with a hoist from the
front or obliquely.
Height adjustment and range
To adjust the position of the footplate, pull the locking
pin on the footplate frame (as indicated right), this will
release the footplate and allow you to change the height.
Please ensure the locking pin has been located into a hole
once alteration has taken place to lock the position of the
footplate, ensuring the safety of the user.
The seat height to footplate range is 17” to 23”
(432mm to 584mm).
Angle adjustment and range
The footplate has four positions, including drop foot, and
is adjusted by using the pull strap on the right-hand side
of the base of the footplate to engage the locking pin as
demonstrated below.
Footplate removal
The footplate can be completely removed from the chair
by pulling out the locking pin (as per height adjustment
above) and pulling the footplate down so that the metal
support rod comes out of its housing. This will allow
uninterrupted access with a hoist.
Locking pin
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Seat Depth adjustment
The Boston has the option of two sets of
detachable adjuster pads, 25mm (1”) or
50mm (2”). They simply fit behind the back
cushions using the Velcro strips, as the image
demonstrates.
Detachable Footplate Pad
The footrest pad can be simply secured to the
footplate using the straps. This will provide the
user with a softer and deeper cushion support.
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Footplate Cover
The Boston comes with a removable
footplate cover.

D-rings
The Boston comes with D-rings fitted as
standard enabling easy fitting of a lap strap and
pad. They can be found at the base of the seat
back. The lap strap and pad simply connect to
the D-rings as shown.
ONLY USE the lap strap, fitted as per the instructions,
for moving people about in the chair.
IT IS NOT a pelvic positioner and it should NEVER be used for restraining a user.
Lap Strap and Pad
The lap strap can be shortened or lengthened
by using the adjuster and it also has a quick
release clip as illustrated left. Always make sure
the lap belt is comfortable for the user and that
it is not pinching.
Wedge Adjustment
Blockers
The Boston comes with the option of additional
wedge adjustment blockers which are available
across all our back-cushion range. The blockers
fit behind the cushions allowing the carer to
change the level of support and adapt the back
for a user’s changing needs. Available in two
sizes 50mm (2”) or 76mm (3”).
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RELEASE
CLIP
ADJUSTING
STRAPS

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The Boston comes with a range of different seat and back cushion options to allow the chair to be
tailored to the user’s individual comfort, postural and pressure management requirements. They are
interchangeable enabling the chair to be adapted to different users or to take account of changes in
a user’s condition over time. This adaptability ensures that the chair has a greater longevity of usage.
We would recommend that any such changes should only be performed after a relevant healthcare
assessment of the individual’s requirements has been carried out.
Postural Supporting Back Cushions
Key features:
• All cushions can be interchanged and repositioned for comfort and posture management.
To reposition the back cushions simply pull away from the back where they are positioned using
Velcro strips and then reposition as required. Alternative or duplicate back cushions can be
purchased at any time.
Back and Seat Cushion
Adaptability
• All of the back cushions come with covers that are removable for the purposes of cleaning
or replacement..
• Each of the fibre filled cushions comes with a zip that will enable fibres to be added or taken away
to adjust the level of firmness.