Schuchmann SMILLA User manual

SMILLA
the practical seating aid for everyday use
Instructions for use

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Dear Customer,
At this point we would like to thank you for placing your trust in our company and
for purchasing our product.
We ask you to read through the Instructions for use carefully prior to initial com-
missioning of the product, and to observe them. Please note that guidelines and
representations in these Instructions for use may deviate from your product due to
differing equipment.
We reserve the right to make technical modications.
Important information!
Ensure that these Instructions for use remain with the product.
Your Schuchmann Team

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Inhalt
1. Preparation of the therapy chair for use ........................................................................................4
1.1 Delivery.........................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Safety measures prior to use........................................................................................................4
1.3 Safe disposal ................................................................................................................................4
1.3.1 Packaging............................................................................................................................4
1.3.2 Product................................................................................................................................4
1.4 Where to store the Instructions for use.........................................................................................4
2. Product description..........................................................................................................................5
2.1 Material information ......................................................................................................................5
2.2 Handling / transport.......................................................................................................................5
2.3 Application areas, use according to the intended purpose ...........................................................5
2.4 Use not in accordance with the intended purpose / warning guidelines.......................................6
2.5 Equipment for basic model ...........................................................................................................7
2.6 Accessories...................................................................................................................................8
2.7 Product overview with accessories...............................................................................................8
3. Settings .............................................................................................................................................9
3.1 Seat plate, foot plate and armrest height ......................................................................................... 9
3.2 Seat depth ..................................................................................................................................10
3.3 Foot plate depth..........................................................................................................................10
3.4 Foot and seat plate angle ...........................................................................................................10
3.4.1 Foot and seat plate angle via fast adjustment...................................................................11
3.5 Back angle..................................................................................................................................11
3.6 Back height.................................................................................................................................12
4. Accessories ....................................................................................................................................12
4.1 Headrest .....................................................................................................................................12
4.2 Thorax pelotte pads....................................................................................................................13
4.3 Thigh guide .................................................................................................................................14
4.4 Wooden therapy table.................................................................................................................15
4.5 Castors .......................................................................................................................................15
4.6 Abduction wedge ........................................................................................................................16
4.7 Straps .........................................................................................................................................16
5. Repairs and cleaning .....................................................................................................................17
5.1 Cleaning......................................................................................................................................17
5.2 Repairs .......................................................................................................................................17
5.3 Spare parts .................................................................................................................................17
5.4 Duration of use and re-use .........................................................................................................17
6. Technical data.................................................................................................................................18
7. Guarantee........................................................................................................................................18
8. Identication ...................................................................................................................................19
8.1 EC declaration of conformity.......................................................................................................19
8.2 Serial number / date of manufacture ..........................................................................................20
8.3 Product version...........................................................................................................................20
8.4 Issue of the document ................................................................................................................20
8.5 Name and address of the manufacturer, specialist dealer supplying the product ......................20

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1. Preparation of the therapy chair for use
1.1 Delivery
On receiving the product, please check it for completeness, lack of faults and any
transport damage.
Inspect the goods in the presence of your forwarder
Should transport damage have occurred, please arrange for an inventory (deter-
mination of the faults) to be made in the presence of the forwarder. Please send a
complaint in writing to the specialist dealer responsible.
1.2 Safety measures prior to use
Correct usage of the therapy chair requires precise and careful training of the ac-
companying person. We ask you to read through the Instructions for use carefully
prior to initial commissioning of the therapy chair, and to observe them. Cushioned
parts may become warm when exposed to direct sunlight. Cover these parts or
protect the equipment from direct sunlight.
1.3 Safe disposal
In order to preserve and protect the environment, to prevent environmental polluti-
on and to improve the recycling of raw materials, please note the disposal instruc-
tions in points 1.3.1 and 1.3.2.
1.3.1 Packaging
The product packaging should be stored in case the product needs to be transpor-
ted again. Should you have to return the product for repairs or in case of a gua-
rantee claim, please if possible use the original box so that the product is optimally
packaged.
Separate the packaging materials for recycling according to their classication. Do
not leave packaging materials unattended, as they are a possible source of danger.
1.3.2 Product
Separate the raw materials used in the product for recycling according to their
classication (see material information under 2.1).
1.4 Where to store the Instructions for use
Please store these Instructions for use carefully and ensure that these Instructions
for use remain with the product in case of re-use.

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2. Product description
2.2 Handling / transport
The therapy chair is not intended for carrying people. If carrying cannot be avoided
due to obstacles being in the way, please note the advice below on "lifting the the-
rapy chair".
Please make all adjustments to create the most compact size in order to transport
the therapy chair.
2.1 Material information
All wooden parts of the SMILLA therapy chair are made of beechwood and varni-
shed. The release of formaldehyde from the varnish is covered by the requirements
according to E1. The covers are made of 100% polyester and are ame resistant
(according to DIN EN 1021-1+2).
Lifting the therapy chair
Make sure that the therapy chair is never lifted with anyone sitting on it. Make sure
that all screw connections and buttons are tightened before lifting the therapy chair.
The chair can only be lifted using the foot or seat plate holders or the main frame.
2.3 Application areas, use according to the intended purpose
Indications
The SMILLA therapy chair has been designed for children and teenagers who are
unable to sit or stand independently.
Therapy chairs only make sense if longer periods spent seated in the chair is pos-
sible and therefore a seat pan is not required. Correction of incorrect postures or
growth control is not possible with a therapy chair.
Contraindications
In general, the indications for provision of a therapy chair should be approved by a
doctor or orthopaedist. It should therefore be claried prior to procurement whether
contraindications exist for the patient. In general, any type of pain represents a
contraindication.

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CAUTION!
2.4 Use not in accordance with the intended purpose / warning guidelines
• Ensure that the therapy chair is stored in a dry place.
• Ensure that the therapy chair is only used by one child/teenager.
• Make sure that no small parts, poisonous substances, hot objects or electrical
equipment etc. are located near the therapy chair within the reach of the child, as
this can lead to choking, poisoning or other injuries.
• For reasons of re safety, the therapy chair may not be placed close to an open
re or any other strong source of heat such as electric or gas heaters.
• The therapy chair is not suitable in case of scoliosis.
• Correct usage of the therapy chair requires precise and careful training of the
accompanying person.
• The therapy chair is not suitable for outdoor use.
• The max. load (see Point 6) may not be exceeded.
• All screw connections must be retightened two to three weeks after delivery of
the therapy chair. Afterwards these should be checked regularly e.g. every two
months, and tightened if necessary.
• Please remember that the child can easily use their feet to push off a table with
a solid frame, and tip over backwards with the therapy chair.
• Do not leave the child unattended in the therapy chair.
• Ensure that all straps are properly fastened.
• Do not let the child play around the therapy chair when it is not in the intended
position for use.
• Always place the therapy chair on an even and solid surface.
• Do not use the therapy chair if it has defective, worn or missing parts.
• Only use accessories and spare parts made by Schuchmann, otherwise you will
endanger the child.
• Do not use the therapy chair as a ladder.
• Only use the therapy chair if all components have been correctly mounted and
adjusted. Please take extra care that the seat and foot plates are xed properly
before putting the child on the chair.
• When adjusting the therapy chair there is the risk of trapping or crushing limbs.
• Users who have difculty reading must have someone read these Instructions for
use aloud so that they understand how to use the therapy chair.
• Adjustments may only be undertaken if the user is not in the therapy chair.

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Plastic gliders
Plastic gliders are attached at the back under the base feet to prevent SMILLA from
tipping over when pushed back. These help SMILLA to slide gently and remain in
an upright position when being pushed back. The therapy chair should be placed
on a surface it can slide on to ensure that the gliders can work as intended. The
gliders and surface must be kept clean.
2.5 Equipment for basic model
• Sturdy wooden frame with integrated aluminium proles
• Incl. height adjustable backrest and adjustable back angle
• Incl. seat and back pad
• Incl. height adjustable armrests
• Incl. seat and foot plate adjustable in height, angle and depth
• Incl. push rollers
Covers
The seat and back pads of the SMILLA therapy chair are covered with a wear-
resistant and breathable fabric in the basic version. This can be removed from the
pad using the zip to clean or wash it in the washing machine (max. 30 °). Please do
not dry the cover in a dryer and do not use aggressive cleaning agents or similar
products.
Push rollers
The therapy chair is provided with push rollers
that make it easier to position the seating aid.
The push rollers should not be mistaken for cas-
tors (see Point 4.5). Tilt them lightly forwards to
position SMILLA correctly (e.g. to push the child
to/under a table). The push rollers can be found
in the front area under the base feet. Now you
can move the seating aid in the required direc-
tion.

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2.6 Accessories
• Headrest
• Thorax pelotte pads
• Thigh guide
• Abduction wedge
• Wooden therapy table
• Large wooden therapy table with
edge
• Dual castors
• Strap assembly kit for the seat area
• Strap assembly kit for the
back area
• Chest-shoulder strap
• Groin harness (standard / T-shaped)
• Pelvic harness
• 4-point pelvic harness
• Fast angle adjustment of the foot
support and seat surface
Base foot
Seat pad
Back pad
Height and
angle adjustable backrest
Height adjustable
armrest
Foot plate adjustable in
height, angle and depth
Seat plate adjustable in
height, angle and depth
2.7 Product overview with accessories
Headrest

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3. Settings
Settings and adjustments to the product or accessories may only be made by peo-
ple who have been given the necessary instructions by a medical product advisor.
Please ensure that none of the user's extremities are in the respective area when
making adjustments of any kind to minimise the risk of injury.
The SMILLA therapy chair can be adjusted to the size of the child. The upper and
lower arms as well as the thighs and calves should be at least able to form a right
angle if possible. The feet should be placed fully on the foot plate and the arms
should be able to rest loosely on the armrests.
When adjusting the therapy chair there is a risk of trapping or
crushing limbs. After each adjustment, please retighten all screw
connections!
3.1 Seat plate, foot plate and armrest height
The right height of the seat plate should be ad-
justed to the size of the child and the respective
table height/situation. Once you have adjusted
the seat plate, position the armrests so that the
child's lower arms can rest comfortably on them.
The foot plate is at the right height when the soles
of the feet can rest on it and the thighs rest on the
seat plate.
Loosen the hexagon socket screws (A) to adjust
the armrest height and bring the armrests into the
required position. Then retighten the hexagon so-
cket screws.
Loosen the hexagon socket screws (B+C) on
both sides to adjust the seat and foot plate. Bring
the seat and foot plate to the required height and
retighten the socket screws.
A
B
C
Adjustments may only be underta-
ken if the user is not in the therapy
chair.

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3.2 Seat depth
The seat plate is at the right depth when there a
space of approx. 5 cm between the backs of the
knees and the front seat edge.
In order to adjust the seat depth, loosen the tur-
ning handles (A) beneath the seat plate, slide it
into the correct position and retighten the turning
handles (A). On Sizes 0 + and 0 KITA, the ma-
ximum seat depth can be adjusted via a second
hole (B). To do this, loosen the turning handle,
insert it into the second hole and retighten it.
A
B
3.3 Foot plate depth
The foot plate is at the right depth when the feet
can rest comfortably on it and do not hang over
the front edge.
In order to adjust the foot plate depth, loosen the
turning handles (C) beneath the foot plate and
slide it into the correct position.
C
3.4 Foot and seat plate angle
The seat and foot plates can be adjusted in four
different angles (-)5°, 0°, 7.5° and 15° using a
gauge pattern (D).
In order to set the seat or foot plate angle, the he-
xagon socket screws (F+H) on both sides of the
frame must be loosened and removed.
Insert the hexagon socket screws into a different
hole for another angle. Put the foot or seat plate
at the required angle and retighten the hexagon
socket screws.
If necessary, also loosen the socket screws
(E+G) if the seat or foot plate cannot be moved.
D
F
E
D
G
H
Adjustments may only be underta-
ken if the user is not in the therapy
chair.