Seating Matters BARIATRIC SORRENTO Installation manual

Operation Manual &
Product Specification
Bariatric
Sorrento™

contentS
2. Safety Instructions
4. Technical Specification
6. User Guide and Operating Instructions
14. Working Environment
15. Intellectual Property
16. Maintenance and Servicing
BARIATRIC SORRENTO™ Instruction Manual
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Safety
inStructionS
All instructions must be read and understood before the product
can be used.
Terminologies
Patient: The person sitting in the chair
User: Competent person with responsibility for the persons sitting in the chair as
well as the suitability of the equipment for the Patient. The User is responsible
for checking the chair for faults during the course of its use.
•When the BARIATRIC SORRENTO™ is not in transit, all the braking castors on the
product must be engaged to prevent risk of injury when being used.
• Under no circumstances must the User or Patient stand or sit on the footplate of
the BARIATRIC SORRENTO™.
• Where possible, the Patient specic adjustments should be made when the Patient
is not in the chair to avoid injury. These include head support, back height, seat
depth, footplate height and footplate angle adjustments.
• Care must be taken when making the adjustments on the chair to avoid injury to
the User and Patient. Only a competent person should make adjustments to the
chair. If in doubt as to any of the adjustments, feel free to contact Seating Matters
direct at [e-mail]
• Keep all body parts away from the mechanisms under the chair. Repairs and
maintenance should only be carried out by fully trained technicians.
• Exercise care in using the release lever for the reclining mechanisms and adjustments
to avoid injury.
• The User must ensure that the Patient has a period out of the chair after prolonged
sitting to raise tissue oxygenation levels. Although the chair oers pressure
management, the body tissue still needs time to recover. A maximum of 2 hours
sitting is recommended at any one time. You must also observe Patient specific
recommendations and guidelines as set by their health professional with regard to
pressure care.
• For the safety of the User and Patient and to ensure longevity of the electrics on
powered adjustments, please ensure that your BARIATRIC SORRENTO™ is charged
daily using a Seating Matters charger through the handset of the chair. For further
details or replacement chargers please contact your Seating Matters provider.
• The chair should not be transported in a vehicle while the Patient is seated on the chair.
• The maximum Patient weight for the BARIATRIC SORRENTO™ is:
650 pounds / 294kg / 46 stone.
• The maximum weight for the legrest of the BARIATRIC SORRENTO™ is 20% of the
chair weight capacity i.e. 130 pounds / 58.8kg / 9 stone
• When operating the leg rest, recline and tilt in space features on the chair please
ensure there is a 450mm gap at the front and back of the chair to prevent the back or
leg rest coming into contact with a wall or any other object.
Assembly and installation guide
• This chair should arrive with you fully assembled. The User must ensure that the
product is in good condition before use (check all nuts and bolts are fastened, fabric in
good condition etc). If there are any problems, these must be reported to your Seating
Matters provider and corrected before the chair is put into use.
• The product must be used on a level, plain, hard surface with the brakes engaged to
avoid undesirable movement and to ensure stability.
• The product must be clear of any obstacles before reclining the back to avoid damage
to the chair and objects in its immediate environment.
• The product may not be left in an outdoor environment. More information on fabrics
and their properties can be found on page 13.
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Product weight unloaded is 120 Kg/264 lbs/18.89 Stone.
A
B
C
F
E
G
H
Basic dimensions
AOverall height 1300mm/51in
BBack height 750mm/30in
CSeat height 600mm/24in
DOverall Length 1300mm/51in
I
ii
iii iv
J
K
Arm height options
IMedium 740mm/29in
JHigh 765mm/30in
Seat to footplate height adjustments
EHigh 310mm/12in from seat
FLow 520mm/20.5in from seat
Available seat and overall widths
G (Seat width) H (Overall width)
550mm/22in 885mm/35in
600mm/24in 885mm/35in
650mm/26in 885mm/35in
700mm/28in 935mm/37in
750mm/30in 985mm/39in
800mm/32in 1035mm/41in
850mm/34in 1085mm/43in
Recline and tilt angles
ii Back angle recline
90° - 130°
40° range
iii Leg rest angle
90° - 125°
35° range
iv Tilt in space
D
From 5° forward, or anterior, tilt to
30° backward tilt.
Seat depth
K410 - 660mm/16-26 inches
• Braking castors: The BARIATRIC SORRENTO™
chair must be used on a plain, hard surface
with the brakes engaged to ensure stability and
to avoid the device moving undesirably during
use. Braking castors, where provided, must be
in the braked position while stationary. (fig.1).
A competent person, trained in the use of the
chair, should make adjustments and set it up
according to the User requirements and Patient
dimensions before the Patient sits in the chair.
Ensure there is more than one competent person there when making adjustments to
ensure they are correct and safe for the Patient. Ensure all xings are secure before
allowing the person to sit in the chair. This includes lateral supports, arm adjustments,
seat adjustment and foot plate. Please call your Seating Matters provider if you have
any questions on these points. This product should not be lifted at any time unless by
competent persons trained in such manual handling.
Braking Castors
(fig.1)
USER GUIDE AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BARIATRIC SORRENTOTM
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
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•Back angle adjustment: To recline the back of the chair exercise care in case of
injury to the Patient or damage to the surrounding environment. Adjustments are
performed according to the buttons on the handset (see page 11).
•Tilt in space: To tilt the chair, exercise care in case of injury to the Patient or damage
to surrounding environment. Adjustments are performed according to the buttons on
the handset (see page 11).
Wing Knob
for Laterals
adjustment
Tilt in
Space
(fig.2)
Seat
Belt
Loops
• Seat depth: To increase or decrease seat depth, loosen the thumb screws set at 45
degrees under the seat (fig.3 & fig.3b). Adjust the seat to the required depth by
carefully pulling the seat out. Tighten the screws again to ensure the seat depth does
not unintentionally change (fig.3b).
Thumb screws
for seat depth (fig.3)
(fig.3a)
Seat belt loop
Arm removal
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• Arm removal: To remove the arms,
loosen the thumb screws behind and
in front of the arm (fig.3a,b & d) and
carefully pull the arm out, leaving it in a
safe place to avoid tripping hazards or
other injuries. When replacing the arms,
ensure the thumb screws are tightened
against the frame of the arm.
• Seat width adjustment: To adjust the seat width, loosen the thumb screws behind and
in front of the arm (fig.3a,b & c) and carefully pull the arm out to the desired width
(see seat width table on page 4), secure the arms in place and ensure the thumb
screws are tightened against the frame of the arm.
• Arm height adjustment: To adjust the arm height, loosen the thumb screws behind and
in front of the arm (fig.3a,b & c) and carefully remove the arm and insert it into the
desired height option on the frame of the chair (fig.3c). Secure the arms in place and
ensure the thumb screws are tightened against the frame of the arm.
(fig.3c)
Arm removal
Seat depth (fig.3b)
• Leg elevation: Before changing the
angle of the elevating leg rest, the User
or Patient must ensure there are no
objects in the immediate environment
that could obstruct the leg rest
elevation or come into contact with the
Patient's legs. Use the handset control
to move the leg rest until it is in the
required position and release the button.
Ensure that only the weight of the
Patient's legs are placed on this leg rest. Foot Plate height adjustment (fig.4a)
(fig.4)
Elevating
Leg Rest
Foot Plate
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• Footplate angle: There are three angle settings on the footplate labelled A, B and
C (fig.4b). To change the angle of the footplate loosen the bolts at each side of the
footplate (left and right), remove the bolts, set the footplate to the desired angle (A,B
or C, fig.4b) and insert and tighten the bolts in the new bolt hole. Please Note: When
getting out of the chair, simply lift up the footplate so that it is parallel with the calf
pad. Do not stand on the footplate when getting out of the chair.
• Negative angle leg rest: The leg rest on the chair can be put into a negative angle
setting for clients with tight hamstrings. See diagram below showing positions A, B
and C.
To change the setting loosen the bolts at each side of the leg rest (left and right),
remove the bolts, move the leg rest to the desired setting and insert and tighten the
bolts.
Foot plate angle adjustment (fig.4b)
• Foot plate height: The foot plate can
be adjusted in height by pulling out
the spring plungers and sliding it up
and down on the glide rail (fig.4a).
When the spring plungers are released,
they will catch into the nearest hole
immediately below the pins. The foot
plate can also be removed by dropping
it o the bottom of the chair.
• Fully Motorised Hand Control: Your chair is fully motorised. The Tilt In Space, Leg rest
and Back angle recline are controlled by the electric handset, simply push the button
to operate the desired function.
Back Up Back Down
Tilt Up Tilt Down
Leg Rest Up Leg Rest Down
• Chair movement: To move the chair around, ensure that the back is in a fully upright
position and push using the push handle on the back. Only a competent person
should move this chair.
• Seat cushion: The seat cushion on the BARIATRIC SORRENTO™ is a waterproof,
pressure redistributing, medium foam cushion providing pressure management and
comfort. The seat cushion will have non-slip material on one face and a zip closure
on one side.
To fit the seat cushion to the chair, ensure the non-slip material is on the bottom
and makes contact with the non-slip material already on the baseplate, with the zip
closure at the rear. This is important as the foam's structure allows good immersion
and envelopment of the body ONLY when fitted as instructed.
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WORKING ENVIRONMENT
• Dartex Multi-stretch: Waterproof, stain resistant, flame retardant, multidirectional
stretch for pressure redistribution i.e. seat cushion, calf panels, lateral supports and
seat back.
• Vinyl: Non-absorbent, anti-bacterial, flame retardant, strong, durable material for
outer arms, outside back etc.
Cleaning and Maintenance of Fabrics
• Vinyl: (Arms and outside back) Vinyl is resistant to urine, most household stains, mild
acids/alkalis, drinks and beverages as they are not absorbed and can be wiped o
without any problem or lasting damage. Some dicult substances such as lipstick,
ball point pen ink and food colourings should be cleaned o immediately to avoid
permanent staining.
• Cleaning: To ensure proper cleaning and longevity of the fabrics, the chairs should
be cleaned with warm soapy water followed by a clean water rinse to help retain
the attractive appearance and durability. Heavy, ingrained soiling may be removed
by scrubbing with a soft brush. Strong detergents, solvent cleaners, polishes or
patent chemical cleaners should not be used as they are unnecessary and may cause
embrittlement and cracking of the material. Additional Care – special attention
should be given to head rest and arm rest areas, as build-up of body oils in these
areas may cause the vinyl to harden.
Dartex Multi Stretch Fabric (Patient contact surface)
Properties: This fabric is waterproof, has the ability to be wiped clean and has
biostatic (anti-mycotic) coatings to provide an impenetrable barrier to virus and
bacteria. Superficial dirt may be removed by wiping with a soft cloth moistened
with water containing a neutral detergent. More persistent contamination may be
treated by wiping with alcohols or turpentine substitute, followed by hot water and
detergent. Routine cleaning and disinfection may be carried out on the coating with
hand hot water and a neutral detergent or with a sodium hypochlorite solution
(0.1% or 1000 parts per million available chlorine). The material is compatible with
the 10,000ppm available chlorine in solution required for the decontamination of
blood spills.
Excess solution must be removed and the surface thoroughly rinsed and dried prior
to reuse or storage. Proprietary disinfectants may be used provided manufacturer's
instructions are followed. All cleaning agents, and disinfectants, must be thoroughly
rinsed o and the item dried before storage.
Failure to do this may result in damage to the polyurethane coating, react with the
chair frame, or negate the biocompatibility results of the fabric. It is essential that
articles be thoroughly dried after all cleaning procedures and before storage.
(fig.5)
Charging Socket
Charger connected to mains
Orange Light Green Light
• Charging your chair:
Your chair will arrive fully charged, ready for use. Please charge your chair daily.
Charger Assembly Guide
To charge your chair, plug the charger into a wall socket and plug the connector end
of the charger into the charging socket on the side of the handset (fig.5). Charge
the chair until the orange light on the charger turns green. Do not operate the chair
during charging.
Slide plug adapter into
charger body as shown.
Ensure the plug is clicked
in. Your charger is
ready to use.
Light Colour Indication
No Light No Power
Orange Plugged in, charging
Green Plugged in, fully charged
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End of Life (Disposal)
Please contact Seating Matters for disposal of your chair at the end of its lifespan.
Batteries may only be disposed of according to your local legal guidelines.
Safety
The BARIATRIC SORRENTO™ is CE marked to show conformance to the Medical
Devices Directive 93/42/EEC and conforms to BS ISO 7176 at medium hazard.
Regional Variations
The device referred to as a "Bariatric Sorrento™" is a Seating Matters product
category and the information included in this document reflects common features
of this group of products. In some regions of the world, we supply product design
variations of equivalent function and ease-of-use but with alternative specifications
or reinforcements.
Seating Matters are at the forefront of seating research and design, therefore we
take the protection of our intellectual property very seriously and have our designs,
patents and trademarks protected in many jurisdictions throughout the world.
• US Design Patent: No. 601360S, No. D611718; No. 600932, No. D602704S.
• Australian Design Registration: No. 325536, No. 324011, No. 325537, No. 324012.
• Community Design Registration: No. 001016364-002, No. 000942180-0004, No.
002428813-0001, No. 001016364-001, No. 012673018.
• Canadian Design Registration: No. 130224, No. 128763, No. 130217, No. 128764.
• The Seating Matters Trademark is registered throughout the European Union and
various countries globally.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
BARIATRIC SORRENTO™MAINTENANCE
AND SERVICING
Regularly servicing your Seating Matters chair will prevent untimely and inconvenient
breakdowns, reduce repair costs and extend the chair's life. Damage to the chair can
also cause excess strain for the User and Patient.
Important
Parts can only be changed by service persons trained in Seating Matters products and
use only Seating Matters parts. We recommend that your chair is serviced every year by
a Seating Matters approved provider for any running repairs and maintenance.
Maintenance
Carry out the following regular checks to ensure the operation and safety of the chair.
If you are in any doubt about the functioning of your chair contact your Seating
Matters approved provider immediately.
Daily
• Check that the castors are not damaged.
• Check that the castors turn freely.
• Make sure that the castor forks run free and are not bent.
• Check all fabrics for damage or contamination and replace where necessary.
• See Cleaning and Maintenance of Fabrics section in manual for cleaning instructions.
• Check batteries and electrical connections are secure.
Weekly
• Check the castor ttings for hair and dirt etc. which could restrict the castor
movement.
• Pick out any such material with tweezers or take the spindle out, clean it and then
replace it.
• If it is still not free (one continuous turn without it sticking) contact your Seating
Matters approved provider for replacement.
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Monthly
• Castors: Make sure the top of the castor housing is parallel with the floor. Any
variation will cause restricted movement. If it is damaged contact your Seating
Matters approved provider for replacement.
• Mechanisms:
Check all tilting mechanisms are working smoothly.
Check that cables are not kinked or frayed.
Check that all nuts and bolts are present.
Check that all nuts and bolts are secure.
Note: If nuts or bolts need attention, contact your Seating Matters approved provider
IMMEDIATELY and DO NOT USE the chair until it has been serviced.
• Leg rest: Check that all leg rests are easily removed/swung-away and replaced or
repositioned easily. Ensure that parts lock in place securely. If parts are not locking
try lubricating. If the problem still remains contact your Seating Matters approved
provider.
• Frame: Check the visible parts of the frame for cracks, splits, large dents or other
damage. If you find any of these things DO NOT USE. Contact your Seating Matters
approved provider immediately.
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