ROHO AirLITE User manual

ROHO®AirLITE®Cushion
Operation Manual
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ROHO, Inc.
100 N. Florida Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221-5429
U.S.A.: 800-851-3449, Fax [phone]
Outside the U.S.A.: 618-277-9150, Fax [phone]
www.roho.com • [email protected]
© 2014 ROHO, Inc.
The following are trademarks and registered trademarks of ROHO, Inc.: AirLITE®, AirLITE & design®,
ROHO®, and shape fitting technology®.
Products in this manual may be covered by one or more U.S. and foreign patents and trademarks. For
further details please refer to www.roho.com.
ROHO, Inc. has a policy of continual product improvement and reserves the right to amend specifications
presented in this manual.
Table of Contents
Intended Use
Important Safety Information 2
Product Specifications 3
Cushion and Cover Placement 4
Care Instructions
Troubleshooting 5
Return Policy
Contact Information 6
Disposal
Limited Warranty 7
Español 8
Français 15
Deutsch 22
Italiano 29
Nederlands 36
Dansk 43
Svenska 50
Norsk 57
Suomi 64
Português 71

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Intended Use
The ROHO®AirLITE®Cushion (AirLITE) is a wheelchair support surface with a non-
adjustable, air-filled, segmented-design ROHO AIR FLOTATION insert encased in
contoured foam. The AirLITE is intended to conform to an individual’s seated shape to
provide positioning. There is a weight limit of 300 lbs. (136 kg), and the cushion must
be properly sized to the individual. The AirLITE must be used with the supplied cover.
ROHO, Inc. recommends evaluation by a clinician who is experienced in seating,
positioning and mobility: 1) to determine whether the cushion is appropriate for the
individual; and 2) to determine whether a solid seat platform is recommended if using
the cushion on a sling-seat wheelchair.
ROHO medical products are intended to be part of an overall care regimen. ROHO,
Inc. recommends that a clinician make product recommendations based upon an
evaluation of the individual’s medical and therapeutic needs and overall condition.
Important Safety Information
Warnings
• DO NOT use if the individual has an existing pressure ulcer. Skin/soft tissue
breakdown can occur due to a number of factors, which vary by individual. Check
skin frequently, at least once a day. Redness, bruising, or darker areas (when
compared to normal skin) may indicate the beginning of soft tissue breakdown.
Consult with a clinician immediately.
• The cushioning device and the cover MUST be compatible sizes and MUST be used
as directed in this manual. IF THEY ARE NOT, the benefits provided by the cushion
may be reduced or eliminated, increasing the risk to skin or other soft tissue and
increasing the risk of falling.
• DO NOT use this cushion as a water flotation device (e.g. a Life Preserver). It will
NOT support you in water.
Cautions:
• DO NOT expose cushion to high heat, open flames, or hot ashes.
• Prolonged exposure to ozone will degrade materials used in the AirLITE cushion and
may affect the performance of your product and invalidate the product warranty.

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Sizing (all measurements are approximate):
Smallest Width Smallest Depth Largest Width Largest Depth
in. 13.0 13.0 20.0 20.0
cm 33.0 33.0 51.0 51.0
Average Weight: 2 lbs. (0.9 kg)
Height ranges from 2 in. (5 cm) to 3¾ in. (9.5 cm)
A. Cover: fluid-resistant, two-way stretch top, two-way stretch sides, and non-skid
bottom
B. Base: polyurethane and polyethylene
C. Air insert: polyurethane, non-adjustable, segmented
D. Operation manual and product registration card
D
C
B
A
Back
Front
Product Specifications
Back
Front

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Cushion and Cover Placement
Note: Refer to the label on the bottom of
the cushion and to the image on the cover
to correctly orient your cushion and cover.
Cushion Placement:
1. Place the cushion directly on the seat.
Note: If a seat insert is used, place it
inside the cover, beneath the foam base.
When possible, use the hook or
loop fasteners to further secure the
cover to the seating surface.
2. Have the individual sit on the cushion,
making sure the boniest prominences are supported by the air cells.
Check to make sure that the cushion is properly sized to the individual and the
wheelchair.
Cover Removal: Unzip the cover. Remove the cover from the cushion.
Cover Placement:
1. Unzip the cover.
2. Insert the cushion into the cover, front
edge first, with the contoured foam
facing up.
3. Close the zipper.
Inspect the cover for damage and replace if necessary.
The seated
figure shows
standard
orientation.
Zipper in Back
Front

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Care Instructions
Cleaning and disinfecting are separate processes. Cleaning must precede disinfection.
Before use by a different individual: clean, disinfect, and check product for proper
functioning.
NOTE: Before cleaning and disinfecting, remove the cover from the cushion. Remove hook
fastener pieces from the bottom of the cover.
To Clean the Cover: Machine wash in cold water (30°C) with mild detergent,
gentle cycle. Tumble dry low.
To Disinfect the Cover: Machine wash in hot water (60°C). Tumble dry low.
To Clean the Cushion: Remove the cover. Wipe gently with a cloth dampened with
water and a household detergent. Rinse cloth and re-wipe. Allow foam to air dry
thoroughly before putting the cover on.
Disinfectants are not effective on porous surfaces such as foam. If the cushion
becomes soiled or contaminated, DO NOT use with multiple individuals.
This symbol means, “Wipe with a damp cloth.”
DO NOT:
• machine wash or dry the cushion
• immerse the cushion in water.
• autoclave, steam clean, or expose cushion to temperatures in excess of 150˚F
(65˚C)
• use caustic, automatic dishwasher detergents
• use cleaning products containing petroleum or organic solvents such as acetone,
toluene, Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK), naphtha, dry cleaning fluids, or adhesive
removers
• expose the cushion to ozone gas or to ultraviolet light cleaning methods

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Troubleshooting
The cushion feels uncomfortable or
unstable.
- Confirm AirLITE size and orientation.
- Confirm that there are no obstructions between AirLITE
and the seating surface.
- Consult with a clinician.
The cushion slides on the chair. - Make sure the cover’s non-skid bottom faces the
seating surface.
- If a seat insert is used, make sure it is inside the
cover, beneath the foam base.
- When possible, use the hook or loop fasteners to
further secure the cover to the seating surface.
The cushion exhibits unusual
stiffness; the cushion has been in
temperatures lower than 32ºF (0ºC)
Before use, allow the cushion to warm to room
temperature 72ºF (22ºC).
Return Policy
Contact ROHO before returning your product. Returned products require prior authorization
from ROHO, Inc., must be new and unused, and are subject to a restocking charge.
Contact Information
U.S.A.: Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]
Warranty Service: warranty@ roho.com • Customer Care: cc@ roho.com.com
Note: If directed to return any items, please send to:
ROHO, Inc., 1501 South 74th Street, Belleville, IL 62223
Outside the U.S.A.: [email protected] • Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]
Or visit www.roho.com for a list of ROHO International distributors.

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Disposal
When properly used and disposed of, the components of the products in this manual
are associated with no known environmental hazards. Dispose of the product and/or
components in accordance with the applicable regulations in your jurisdiction. DO NOT
INCINERATE.
Limited Warranty
What is covered? ROHO, Inc. covers any defects in materials or workmanship of the
product.
For how long? 24 months from the date the product was originally purchased. The
warranty does not apply to punctures, tears or burns, nor does it apply to the removable
cover.
What is not covered? A product that has been misused, damaged by an accident, or
damaged from “an act of Nature”, e.g., flood, tornado, earthquake, fire. Any substitutions
of supplied product accessories or modification to the product will void the warranty.
What the customer must do: Within the U.S.A., the customer must contact the ROHO,
Inc. Warranty Service Department. Note: Any items sent to ROHO, Inc. without prior
authorization will not be returned to the customer. Outside the U.S.A., contact your
country’s ROHO distributor.
Questions? See CONTACT INFORMATION.
Disclaimer: Any implied warranties, including the MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE are limited to the same time period of the product types referenced
above in the “For how long?” section and any action for a breach of such warranties or
any express warranties herein must be commenced within that time. ROHO, Inc. shall not
be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages with respect to economic loss
to property, whether as a result of a breach of express or implied warranties or otherwise.
Your Rights and the Effect of This Warranty Upon Them: This warranty restricts the
duration of all implied warranties as noted above and limits or excludes recovery for
incidental or consequential damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how
long implied warranties will last and some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so those provisions may not apply to
you. While this warranty gives you specific legal rights, you may also have other rights
which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.