Ropox 40-43043 User manual
Ropox Height Adjustment Unit
for folding shower seat and backrest
User manual and Mounting instructions
This manual must always accompany the product
PDF 6119 / 01.07.2019
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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS.................................................................................................................................... 1
PRE-SALE INFORMATION.............................................................................................................................. 2
GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION..................................................................................................................... 3
USE................................................................................................................................................................. 4
INSTALLATION INTERFACE ................................................................................................................................. 5
CLEANING........................................................................................................................................................ 7
LABEL.............................................................................................................................................................. 7
SYMBOLS:........................................................................................................................................................ 7
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................................................................... 8
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40-43044...................................................................................................................................................... 11
USER INFORMATION .................................................................................................................................... 13
SAFETY IN USE ............................................................................................................................................... 13
SERVICE INFORMATION............................................................................................................................... 13
MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................................................ 13
INSPECTION ................................................................................................................................................... 13
CE-MARKING ................................................................................................................................................. 14
EU –DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY.............................................................................................................. 14
COMPLAINT ................................................................................................................................................... 15
It is important to read and understand this manual
before mounting and using this product.
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Pre-sale information
General product information
The Ropox Height adjustment units for the shower seat and backrest provides the
opportunity to adjust the height fast and easy without the use of tools. Thereby ensuring
optimal adjustability and comfort of the shower seat in use.
Technical data
Product name: Ropox Height Adjustment Unit
Item number: 40-43043 Height adjustment unit for seat and backrest
40-43044 Height adjustment unit for seat
Height adjustment: 125 mm
Materials: Wall bracket Stainless steel
Aluminum
Surface treatment: Powder coating, RAL 9003 matte white
Max. load: In accordance with DS/EN 12182 the max user weight is 150 kg
Max user weight for the arm supports is 50 kg per arm
Product weight: 4,5 kg / 8,5 kg (excl. seat and backrest)
Temperature: 10-40° C
Air humidity: 5-85 % (non-condensing)
Manufacturer: Ropox A/S
DK-4700 Næstved,
Phone.: +45 55 75 05 00
This product has CE marking and is thus in accordance with the basic requirements
concerning functionality and safety according to the current Machinery Directive
93/42/EF and the European standard for assistive products for persons with disability
DS/EN 12182. Its manufactured in accordance with the current requirements of Directive
No. 93/42/EEC concerning Medical Devices and belong to the lowest risk class 1
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Pre-sale information
Use
The units is designed to quickly height adjust the shower seat and backrest with arms
without the use of any tools. The height can be adjusted by pulling the handle towards you
and positioning the seat in the preferred height. The handle falls automatically back in its
slot. This ensures that the seat is always in a secure position and safe to sit on.
The unit is weight balanced, making it easy to adjust with just one hand.
By placing the unit in the recommended position on the wall the seat can adjust from 400-
525 mm above the floor.
Adjusting the height using the hand knob
NOTE
When the shower seat is
height adjusted, it is not
locked if red color is
visible at the handle.
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Installation interface
40-43043
Construction
The wall must consist of proper screw material approved for wet rooms.
In accordance with DS/EN 12182 the max user weight is 150 kg. For the arm support it is
50 kg per arm.
The hatched areas indicate the minimum area for reinforcements in the wall.
Maximum load on each top screws: 45 kg.
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Installation interface
40-43043
Construction
The wall must consist of proper screw material approved for wet rooms.
In accordance with DS/EN 12182 the max user weight is 150 kg.
The hatched areas indicate the minimum area for reinforcements in the wall.
Maximum load on each top screws: 95 kg.
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Cleaning
During use, the product may get dirty. It is very important to clean the product as described
in these instructions.
Wipe the unit with a wrung cloth with lukewarm water and a mild detergent. Do not use
enchants, abrasives or grinding cloths, brushes and sponges.
Disinfection may be done with household spirits.
Label
Each unit has a label of its own as illustrated. This label contains important information to
be stated in connection with inquiries to the supplier.
Symbols:
The user manual must be read before use.
Waste must be sorted –if possible, for recycling.
Ropox is the manufacturer of the product in question.
CE marking. This product meets the requirements for General Safety and
Functionality of the current EU Directives and Standards.
Height adjustment unit
for shower seat and backrest
40-43043
150 KG
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Mounting instructions
40-43043
NOTE:
When mounting screws in the wall, always consider the strength and nature of the wall.
The screws provided are only intended as a guide for installation on a reinforced wall with
regards to the specified maximum loads on screws.
977mm
91mm
Recommended:
8 x 8x72
8 x raw plugs
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Mounting instructions
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Mounting instructions
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Mounting instructions
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NOTE:
When mounting screws in the wall, always consider the strength and nature of the wall.
The screws provided are only intended as a guide for installation on a reinforced wall with
regards to the specified maximum loads on screws.
577mm
Recommended:
6 x 8x72
6 x raw plugs
91mm
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Mounting instructions
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User information
Safety in use
•The seat and backrest must only be adjusted in height by persons who have read and
understood these instructions.
•Always use the unit in a manner excluding the risk of damage to persons or property.
The person operating the washbasin is responsible for avoiding damage or injury.
•Modifications, which may influence the performance or design of Ropox Support
Washbasin, are not allowed.
•Installation, service and repairs must be carried out by competent personnel.
•During inspection, service or repairs any load must be removed from the unit.
Service information
Maintenance
The unit is maintenance-free. Moving parts have been lubricated for life. For reasons of
safety and reliability, we recommend inspection of the unit once a year.
Inspection
After a month
Check: All bolts and screws have been securely tightened
The unit can easily be height adjusted all 125mm
Inspections, service and repairs must be carried out by competent personnel
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CE-Marking
EU –Declaration of Conformity
The undersigned hereby declares that the following products:
Ropox Height adjustable unit
Item numbers: 40-43043, Ropox Height adjustment for seat and backrest
40-43044, Ropox Height adjustment for seat
are in accordance with the following Directives and Standards:
DIRECTIVES
Directive No. 93/42/EEC concerning Medical Devices (risk class 1)
Machinery Directive No. 2006/42/EC, amended by Directive No. 98/37/EC.
STANDARDS
DS/EN 1041: 2009 Information supplied by the manufacturer of the medical
device.
DS/EN 12182: 2012: Assistive devices for persons with functional disabilities -
General requirements and test methods
DS/EN 14971: 2012: Medical devices - Application of risk management to medical
devices
DS/EN 9999: 2011: Assistive devices for persons with functional disabilities -
Classification and terminology
Date: ___20-08-2014____
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