Schuchmann SMILLA User manual

Instructions for use.
smilla. The practical therapy chair for every day use.
smilla.

Many thanks.
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 commissioning of the product, and to observe them. Please note that gui-
delines and representations in these Instructions for use may deviate from your product
due to diering equipment. We reserve the right to make technical modifications.
Important information!
Ensure that these Instructions for use remain with the product.
Your schuchmann Team

03 Contents.
1. Preparation. ................................................................................ 05
1.1 Delivery............................................................................................................................05
1.2 Safety measures prior to use ..............................................................................05
1.3 Safe disposal...............................................................................................................05
1.3.1 Packaging...........................................................................................................05
1.3.2 Product................................................................................................................05
1.4 Where to store the Instructions for use..........................................................05
2. Product description. .................................................................... 06
2.1 Material information ................................................................................................06
2.2 Handling/transport................................................................................................06
2.3 Application areas, use according to the intended purpose .............06
2.3.1 Indications .........................................................................................................06
2.3.2 Contraindications .........................................................................................06
2.4 Use not in accordance with the intended purpose / warning gui-
delines............................................................................................................................07
2.5 Equipment for basic model.................................................................................08
2.6 Accessories..................................................................................................................09
2.7 Product overview with accessories .................................................................09
3. Settings. ..................................................................................... 10
3.1 Seat plate, foot plate and armrest height....................................................10
3.2 Seat depth ....................................................................................................................11
3.3 Foot plate depth........................................................................................................ 11
3.4 Foot and seat plate angle....................................................................................11
3.4.1 Foot and seat plate angle via fast adjustment.............................. 12
3.5 Back angle ................................................................................................................... 12
3.6 Back height.................................................................................................................. 13
4. Accessories. ................................................................................ 13
4.1 Headrest......................................................................................................................... 13
4.2 Thorax pelotte pads................................................................................................14
4.3 Thigh guide ..................................................................................................................14
4.4 Wooden therapy table .......................................................................................... 15
4.5 Castors........................................................................................................................... 15
4.6 Abduction wedge..................................................................................................... 16
4.7 Harness........................................................................................................................... 16
5. Cleaning and servicing. ............................................................... 17
5.1 Cleaning and disinfecting ..................................................................................... 17
5.1.1 Cleaning ............................................................................................................... 17
5.1.2 Disinfection......................................................................................................... 17
5.2 Servicing ........................................................................................................................ 17
5.3 Maintenance ............................................................................................................... 17
5.3.1 Maintenance specifications ...................................................................... 18
5.3.2 Maintenance plan..........................................................................................18
5.4 Spare parts .................................................................................................................. 19

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5.5 Duration of use and re-use.................................................................................. 19
6. Technical data. ............................................................................ 20
7. Guarantee. .................................................................................. 21
8. Identication. ............................................................................. 22
8.1 EU Declaration of Conformity............................................................................. 22
8.2 Serial number / date of manufacture........................................................... 23
8.3 Product version ......................................................................................................... 23
8.4 Issue of the document .......................................................................................... 23
8.5 Name and address of the manufacturer, specialist dealer sup-
plying the product................................................................................................... 23
Contents.

05 1. Preparation.
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 (determination 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
The correct use of the product requires a detailed and careful instruction
of the user or the accompanying person. We ask you to read through the
Instructions for use carefully prior to initial commissioning of the product,
and to observe them. It is possible that product parts that get in contact
with the skin may heat up in the sun. Cover these areas or protect the de-
vice from direct sunlight.
1.3 Safe disposal
In order to preserve and protect the environment, to prevent environmental
pollution and to improve the recycling of raw materials, please note the
disposal instructions 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
transported again. Should you have to return the product for repairs or in
case of a guarantee claim, please if possible use the original box so that
the product is optimally packaged. Otherwise, separate the packaging
materials for recycling according to their classification.
Do not leave packaging materials unattended, as they are a possible source of
danger.
1.3.2 Product
Attheendoftheproductlifecycle,recycletherawmaterialsusedintheproduct
according to their nature (see material information under point 2.1).
1.4 Where to store the Instructions for use
Please store these Instructions for use carefully and ensure that these Inst-
ructions for use remain with the product in case of re-use. Should you lose
the instructions, you can always download an updated version at www.
schuchmann.de .

06 2. Product description.
2.1 Material information
All wooden elements of the smilla. are made from beech wood and var-
nished. The release of formaldehyde from the varnish is covered by the
requirements according to E1. The covers are made of 100% polyester and
are flame resistant (according to DIN EN 1021-1+2).
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 therapy chair". Please make all adjustments to create the
most compact size in order to transport the therapy chair.
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
The smilla. therapy chair is a medical product of risk class 1 and is use to
compensate pronounced incorrect seating posture and/or seat posture
instabilities. It permits permanent, pain-free sitting in a functionally and
physiologically favourable position.
2.3.1 Indications
The smilla. therapy chair is designed for children and youths who manifest
impairments sitting with functional and/or structural damage to the torso
or the core and, if applicable, the cervical muscles (e.g. due to neurologi-
cal/neuromuscular disorders, deformations of the spine) with poor posture.
Therapy chairs are useful if it is not possible to sit on normal seating fur-
niture for long periods of time, if it is not necessary to provide a seat pan,
and if it is necessary to maintain a sitting position that is as physiological
as possible They are also useful to ensure stable sitting when frequent ad-
justments are necessary as a result of growth spurts in the corresponding
developmental phases (especially in infancy).
2.3.2 Contraindications
In general, the indication of the procurement should be approved by a
doctor or orthopaedist. It should therefore be clarified prior to procure-
ment whether contraindications exist for the patient. In general, any type
of pain represents a contraindication.

07 2. Product description.
2.4 Use not in accordance with the intended purpose / warning guide-
lines
• Ensure that the therapy chair is stored in a dry place.
• Ensure that the product is not used by several users at the same time.
• Make sure that no small parts, poisonous substances, hot objects
or electrical equipment etc. is located near the therapy chair within the
reach of the user as this can lead to choking, poisoning or other injuries.
• For reasons of fire safety, the therapy chair may not be placed close to
an open fire 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.
• Keep in mind that the user can easily push with his feet against a table
with massive frame and tilt backwards with the therapy chair.
• Do not leave the user in the therapy chair without supervision.
• Make sure that all harnesses are applied firmly and are attached cor-
rectly.
• Do not let the user play around the therapy chair it if is not in the positi-
on intended 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.
• Use only accessories and spare parts made by Schuchmann, otherwise
you will compromise the safety of the user.
• Do not use the therapy chair as a ladder.
• Only use the therapy chair if all components have been correctly
mounted and adjusted. Pay particular attention that the seat and foot
plate are mounted properly, before placing the user inside.
• When adjusting the therapy chair there is the risk of trapping
or crushing limbs.
• Users who have di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.

08 2. Product description.
2.5 Equipment for basic model
• Sturdy wooden frame with integrated aluminium profiles
• 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
Plastic gliders
In order to prevent that smilla. tips over when being pushed back, there
are plastic gliders below the feet. Thanks to these, smilla. can glide softly
when being pushed back and remains in an upright position. The thera-
py 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.
Covers
The seat and back pad of the smilla. therapy chair. are covered with an
abrasion-proof and breathable fabric in the basic model. It can be remo-
ved from the pad with a zipper when cleaning is required (see Point 5.1).
Push rollers
The therapy chair is provided with push rollers that make it easier to po-
sition the seating aid. The push rollers should not be mistaken for castors
(see Point 4.5). In order to position smilla. correctly (e.g. to push the user to
/ under a table), tilt it slightly forward. The push rollers can be found in the
front area under the base feet. Now you can move the seating aid in the
required direction.

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2.6 Accessories
• Headrest
• Thorax pelotte pads
• Thigh guide
• Anatomical seat pad
• 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
2. Product description.
Base foot
height and angle-
adjustable backrest
Seat plate adjustable in
height, angle and depth
height-adjustable
Armrest
Headrest
Back pad
Seat pad
Foot support
2.7 Product overview with accessories

10
Settings and adjustments to the product or accessories may only be made
by people 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 user. 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.
3.1 Seat plate, foot plate and armrest height
The correct height must be adjusted
to the user`s height and the respective
table height / situation. If you have ad-
justed the seat plate, position the arm-
rests in such a way that the forearms of
the user comfortably rest 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. Loo-
sen the hexagon socket screws (A) to
adjust the armrest height and bring
the armrests into the required positi-
on. Then retighten the hexagon socket
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 re-
tighten the socket screws.
Adjustments may only be undertaken if
the user is not in the therapy chair.
When adjusting the therapy chair there
is a risk of trapping or crushing limbs. Af-
ter each adjustment, please retighten all
screw connections!
3. Settings.
A
B
C

11 3. Settings.
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
twist grips (A) beneath the seat plate, slide
it into the correct position and retighten the
twist grips (A). On Sizes 0 + and 0 KITA, the
maximum seat depth can be adjusted via a
second hole (B). To do this, loosen the twist
grip, insert it into the second hole and retigh-
ten it.
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 twist grips (C)
beneath the foot plate and slide it into the
correct position.
3.4 Foot and seat plate angle
The seat and foot plates can be adjusted
in four dierent angles (-)5°, 0°, 7.5° and 15°
using a gauge pattern (D). In order to set the
seat or foot plate angle, the hexagon socket
screws (F+H) on both sides of the frame must
be loosened and removed. Insert the hexa-
gon socket screws into a dierent hole for
another angle. Put the foot or seat plate at
the required angle and retighten the hexa-
gon socket screws. If necessary, also loosen
the socket screws (E+G) if the seat or foot
plate cannot be moved.
Adjustments may only be undertaken if the user
is not in the therapy chair.
A
C
B
ED
D
H
G
F

12 3. Settings.
3.4.1 Foot and seat plate angle via fast adjustment
As an alternative to adjustment of the
footplate and seat plate angle via the
hole, the angle can also be adjusted via
fast adjustment using the pull strap (A).
To do this, simply pull the pull strap
from the front or back (A), and bring
the seat plate (B) or foot plate (C)
into the required position. With the ra-
pid angle adjustment, you can adjust
the respective angle to (-)5°, 0°, 7:5° or
15°. The fast angle adjustment can be
operated using only one hand.
Adjustments may only be undertaken if
the user is not in the therapy chair.
3.5 Back angle
The backrest should rest fully against
the back and should be adjusted to
the respective required position of the
spine. The back angle can be adjus-
ted from -3° to 17.5°. In order to ad-
just the angle of the backrest, loosen
the twist grips (D) on both sides of the
frame and bring the backrest into the
correct position. Then retighten the
twist grips.
When adjusting the back angle, there is a
risk of trapping or crushing limbs.When
adjusting the back angle, there is a risk of
trapping or crushing limbs.
After each adjustment, please retighten
all screw connections!
A
B
C
A
E

13 3. Settings.
3.6 Back height
The backrest can be continuously adjusted
in height. Loosen the twist grips (A) and the
hexagon socket screws (B) on both sides of
the frame. Then bring the backrest to the re-
quired height and retighten the twist grips (A)
and the hexagon socket screws (B) on both
sides.
When adjusting the back height, there is
a risk of trapping or crushing of limbs. After each
adjustment, please retighten all screw connec-
tions!
Adjustments may only be carried out when the
user is not in the therapy chair.
4.1 Headrest
Inthecorrectposition,theheadrestservesasa
support surface for the head, so that the cen-
tre of the headrest makes tangential contact
with the head. Make sure that the upper
edge of the headrest is positioned at the
same height as the top of the head. The
headrest can be adjusted in height using a
gauge pattern in 3 cm steps. In order to put
the headrest in the right position, remove the
attached back pad (C), loosen the hexagon
socket screws (D) on the back of the headrest
and remove the sleeve nuts. Hold the head-
rest in the required position, push the sleeve
nuts back through the holes from the front
and tighten the hexagon socket screws (D)
from the back.
After each adjustment, please retighten all
screw connections!
4. Accessories.
A
B
D
C

14 4. Accessories.
4.2 Thorax pelotte pads
The thorax pelotte pads can be adjusted in
height, width and angle. Take the back pad
o the backrest and loosen the hexagon
socket screws (A) from the back in order to
adjust the height. Remove the sleeve nuts (B)
fromthefrontand insertthemthrough theslot-
ted holes in the holes at the required height,
and then retighten the socket screws (A).
Now you can reattach the back pad, slide
the thorax pelotte pads to the required po-
sition and then tighten the sleeve nuts (B). To
adjust the angle and width, loosen the hexa-
gon socket screws (A), set the pelotte pad at
the required angle or width and retighten the
socket screws.
4.3 Thigh guide
The thigh guide can be adjusted in depth,
width and angle. Loosen the hexagon socket
screws (A) under the seat plate to change
the angle and width of the thigh guide. Now
bring the thigh guide to the required position
and tighten the hexagon socket screws (A)
again. In order to set the depth of the thigh
guide, slide the cover up slightly, loosen the
two screws (B) on the side of the thigh guide
and move it into the required position. Then
retighten the screws again.
When adjusting the therapy chair there is a risk
of trapping or crushing limbs. After each adjust-
ment, please retighten all screw connections!
Adjustments may only be undertaken
if the user is not in the therapy chair.
A
B
A
B

15 4. Accessories.
4.4 Wooden therapy table
The wooden therapy table is available
in two versions: an attachable versi-
on (A) and a large, attachable versi-
on with edge (B). To assemble, loosen
the turning screws (C) of the clamping
devices on the underside of the woo-
den therapy table and slide them onto
the armrests at the required position.
Make sure that the clamping devices
on the table are fully positioned on the
armrests, and then tighten the turning
screws (C) again. The height of the
wooden therapy table can be adjus-
ted using the armrests (see Point 3.1).
The wooden therapy table may not be
subjected to a load of more than 10 kg!
When adjusting the therapy chair there
is a risk of trapping or crushing limbs. Af-
ter each adjustment, please retighten all
screw connections!
4.5 Castors
smilla. can optionally be equipped with 4 castors, 2 of which with locking
device. Press the brake down with the
tip of your foot to brake/lock the rear
castors. Lift the brake with the tip of
your foot again to release.
The brakes only work reliably
on an even surface!
Bremse gelöst
Bremse fest
A
C
B
C
A

16 4. Accessories.
4.6 Abduction wedge
The abduction wedge permits the
medically necessary abduction of the
thighs. In order to remove the abduc-
tion wedge, press the quick-release
axle button (A) and pull the abduc-
tion wedge towards you. In order to
attach the abduction wedge, guide
the quick-release axle (A) into the hole
(B) on the attachment. The abduction
wedge is not engaged until you hear
a click.
4.7 Harness
For smilla. a wide range of belts
is available ensuring even better posi-
tioning of the user.
The harness should be mounted using
the strap assembly kits for the seat or
back area.
Youcanchoosebetweenachest-shoul-
der strap, a groin harness (standard)
or a t-shaped groin harness (C),
a pelvic harness (D) and a 4-point pel-
vic harness (E).
Our positioning aids are availab-
le in many dierent sizes. Further
information can be found in our
order form / adjustment form
at www.schuchmann-reha.de/smilla.
Make sure that the respective harness is
always positioned correctly and rmly.
Incorrectly applied harnesses harbour
the risk of injuries up to the strangulati-
on of the user!
Even with the harness in place, users
must not be left alone! The therapy chair
may only be used under supervision of
instructed personnel!
A
B
E
D
C

17 5. Cleaning and servicing.
5.1 Cleaning and disinfecting
5.1.1 Cleaning
Please clean all frame elements regularly with a spon-
ge or damp cloth; making sure that water droplets are
removed. Please clean with a mild household deter-
gent for severer dirt. Thorough drying of the cleaned
areas is important.
All fabrics that cannot be removed can be wiped with
a moist cloth. For all removable fabrics please pay at-
tention to the sewn-in care labels (such as A+ B) on
the respective element. Please also pay attention to
our general cleaning and hygiene advice. This can be
found at www.schuchmann.de/mediathek.
5.1.2 Disinfection
Various products can be used for surface disinfection of wood, metal and
plastic parts.
Liquid disinfectants are available as ready-to-use solutions that are spray-
ed on and evenly applied with a soft cloth. Alternatively, wipes pre-soaked
with disinfectant can be used to wipe the products over the entire surface.
In both cases, care must be taken to ensure complete wetting. Disinfection
in fully automatic disinfection systems is also possible and recommended.
The exposure times may vary and can be found in the manufacturer's ins-
tructions for the products used.
5.2 Servicing
Please carry out a visual inspection on a daily basis and regularly check
the product for cracks, breaks, missing parts and malfunctions. In case of a
defect or malfunction, please contact the specialist dealer who supplied
you with the product (see Point 8.5).
5.3 Maintenance
For reasons of user safety and to retain product liability, the product must
be subjected to maintenance by a specialist dealer at least once a year
(see Point 8.5). The maintenance work carried out must be documented in
the maintenance plan (see Point 5.3.2).
7190045
A
Obermaterial/
top cloth/dessus:
100% Polyester
b

1818 5. Cleaning and maintaining.
5.3.1 Maintenance specications
• Basic cleaning according to manufacturer instructions (see Point 5.1.1)
• If necessary, disinfection according to manufacturer instructions
(see Point 5.1.2)
• Damage to frame, attachment parts and accessories (cracks, fractures,
splitters, bent or missing parts)
• Strength of the connections (tighten loose screws, replace missing
screws)
• Functionality of the adjustment elements (bearings, backrest, headrest,
pelotte pads, armrests, footrests, table and guides in the leg area)
• Functionality of the castors (concentricity, ease of operation,
manoeuvrability) and brakes
• Check the harness for damage (clamping device, closures, seams)
• Check the pads and covers for damage
• Legibility of the type label
• Final complete functional check of the aid
• Check that all mounting parts and associated accessories are correctly
fastened
5.3.2 Maintenance plan
Maintenance specifications of the manufacturer (see Point 5.3.1) were car-
ried out:
Date Company Name signature
Any defects or damage found must be repaired by the specialist dealer or the
manufacturer before reuse.

19 5. Cleaning and maintaining.
5.4 Spare parts
Use only original accessories and original spare parts from Schuchmann,
as otherwise the safety of the user is endangered and the warranty ex-
pires.
Should you wish to order spare parts, please contact the specialist dealer
who supplied you with the product, stating the serial number of the thera-
py chair (see Point 8.5). Necessary spare parts and accessories must only
be installed by trained personnel.
5.5 Duration of use and re-use
The expected duration of use of our product, dependent on the usage in-
tensity and amount of re-use, totals up to "8" years if the usage takes place
in accordance with the information in these Instructions for use. It may be
possible to use the product over and above this time period if it is in a
safe condition. The expected duration of use does not refer to wear parts,
such as for example wheels, gas pressure springs,... . The maintenance and
evaluation of the condition, and if applicable the potential for re-use, must
be decided by the specialist dealer.
The product is suited for re-use. Prior to forwarding, please follow the clea-
ning and disinfection instructions stated in Point 5.1. Accompanying docu-
ments such as these Instructions for use are part of the product and must
be passed on to the new user. No disassembly is required prior to re-use. In
the case of storage, it is recommended to fold the product to the smallest
dimension to save space.
Should a serious incident occur during the service life of the product despite
being used as intended
, this must be reported immediately to the manufactu-
rer and the competent authority.

20 6. Technical data.
Dimensions
Size 0
KITA Size 0 Size 1 KITA Size 1 Size 2
ASeat width 17- 28 cm 17- 28 cm 20- 35 cm 20- 35 cm 30 - 40 cm
bSeat depth 16 - 26cm 16- 26 cm 25 - 35 cm 25- 35 cm 30-40cm
CSeat height 45cm 65cm 45 cm 65 cm 65cm
DBack height 25cm 25cm 29 cm 29 cm 34cm
EBack angle (-) 3° - 17.5°
FSeat angle (-) 5°, 0°, 7.5°, 15°
GFoot angle (-) 5°, 0°, 7.5°, 15°
H*
Foot
support
height
min.
Standard 13cm
with 50 mm
dual castor 18cm
with 75 mm
dual castor 21 cm
H*
Foot
support
height
(for angle
quick
adjust-
ment)
Standard 8cm
with 50 mm
dual castor 13 cm
with 75 mm
dual castor 16 cm
max. load 30kg 30 kg 45kg 45kg 60kg
Weight 9.2 kg 9.7 kg 9.6kg 10.2 kg 12kg
* Adjustable lower leg length max. = selected/required seat height - foot support height min.
(H)