smirthwaite 16011-16014 User manual

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Juni Chair
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Codes 16011-16014, 16021-16024, 16031-16034

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CONTENTS PAGE
1.0 INTRODUCTION 1
2.0 ILLUSTRATION OF YOUR CHAIR 2
3.0 FOR YOUR SAFETY 3
4.0 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING YOUR CHAIR 4
5.0 SETTING UP AND ADJUSTING YOUR CHAIR 5
6.0 CARE & MAINTENANCE 12
7.0 GUARANTEE & SERVICE 13
8.0 CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT 13
9.0 WARRANTY & AFTERSALE 14
1.0 INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing your new Smirthwaite Juni Chair.
The Juni has been designed for children who require minimal levels of postural support
when seated. It’s simple, unobtrusive design style fits well into nursery, school and
home environments.
IMPORTANT!
These instructions should be read by all therapists and carers using
the equipment and should be retained for future reference. The
product should always be used under adult supervision.
Any incorrect use of the product and failure to follow the instructions
may put the user at risk or impede the function. If you have any
queries using this product or wish for further copies, please do not
hesitate to contact Customer Service department on
T: [phone].

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2.0 ILLUSTRATION OF YOUR JUNI CHAIR
A. Contoured seat
B. Adjustable backrest
C. Adjustable armrest
D. Outrigger legs
2.1 TECHNICAL DATA
A
C
D
C
B

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3.0 FOR YOUR SAFETY
STOP!
Please read these instructions CAREFULLY and THOROUGHLY
The user should NOT be left unattended whilst using the chair. Always ensure a
responsible adult or carer is in attendance.
The carer should be familiar with the methods of adjustment and have completed all
adjustments appropriately to meet the needs of the child before use.
Regular maintenance checks and cleaning are essential for the safe use of this
equipment (see care and maintenance section).
If any part is loose, damaged or functioning incorrectly, do not use until rectified.
Always fasten the pelvic strap and any other straps provided.
The mobile base accessory is for indoor use ONLY.
Regularly check that straps or harnesses are not showing any signs of tearing or
fraying and that they fasten correctly.
Ensure that all screws and handwheels are securely tightened and that none are
missing.
Always keep this product away from naked flames, cigarettes and sources of heat
including open fireplaces, radiators and heaters.
The chair is ONLY to be used on a flat level surface.
DO NOT fit parts or accessories of other manufacturers to this product unless
authorised to do so in writing by G&S Smirthwaite Ltd. Failure to follow these
instructions will not only invalidate the guarantee but could make the chair dangerous
to use. G&S Smirthwaite Ltd will not accept liability for any injury or damage incurred
through such malpractices. Any repairs required must be carried out by G&S
Smirthwaite Ltd authorised personnel.
The Juni is CE marked. This certifies that it meets all relevant European safety
requirements.
If you believe this product to be faulty - DO NOT USE - Contact G&S Smirthwaite Ltd on
T: [phone].

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4.0 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING YOUR CHAIR
The Juni chair is supplied either fully assembled or in part assembled form, for the
customer to undertake final assembly –see guide below. For a detailed guide refer
to Section 5.
A part assembled Juni is supplied with the seat cushion (A) removed and the back
cushion fully rotated forward (B). The back cushion is held secure for transport by
setting each armrest (C) in a low position once the back cushion has been rotated
forward. Leg outriggers (D) are set to minimum height as standard.
No tools are required to finalise assembly, simply use the handwheels and washers
provided.
Firstly, loosen the handwheels securing each armrest, and raise them to permit the
back cushion to be rotated to vertical or slight rearward recline. Insert a handwheel
and washer (E) in each chair side.
Offer up the seat cushion (A) to the Juni chair and secure using two handwheels and
washers (F) on the underside of the chair.
A
B
C
D
F
E

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5.0 SETTING UP AND ADJUSTING YOUR JUNI CHAIR
STOP!
If in any doubt, ALWAYS seek ADVICE.
Always turn handwheels and screws clockwise to tighten or anti-
clockwise to loosen. The chair must be fully adjusted by a therapist
or trained representative before use.
A hexagon key is provided for adjustments.
IMPORTANT!
We recommend that the chair is fully adjusted to fit the child before
use.
5.1 SEAT
5.1.1 SEAT ADJUSTMENTS
Five adjustments can be made to the seat; height, depth, width, back recline and back
lumbar support adjustment.
5.1.2 HEIGHT
To adjust seat height
Your Juni chair is fitted with four
outrigger legs (A), permitting seat
height adjustment
To adjust, firstly lay the chair on its
back
For each outrigger, identify and
remove the securing screw (M6 x
30) (B) to permit outrigger removal
Position each outrigger leg to the
desired height
Insert and tighten each securing
screw to affix leg outrigger in place
Ensure all 4 legs are set to the same
height

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5.1.3 DEPTH
To adjust seat depth
Loosen handwheels (C) and (D)
Slide seat forwards or backward
to desired position
Tighten handwheels (C) and (D)
5.1.4 WIDTH
To reduce seat width or to provide additional support
25mm and 50mm width trunk support cushions can be supplied.
Cushions are secured to the inside face of the arm rest wood, using the Velcro strips
provided.
5.1.5 BACK RECLINE
To adjust seat back recline angle
Locate and remove the two
handwheels securing the seat back
recline angle (E)
The Juni seat back can be reclined
in steps of 5ofrom 95othrough to
105o
When the desired back recline
angle has been achieved, simply
insert and tighten the two
handwheels (E)
C
D

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5.1.6 BACK LUMBAR PROMPT
To adjust seat back lumbar prompt
To adjust the lumbar prompt, insert the
hex head tool (as supplied) into rear of
the Juni seat back (F), and rotate to
achieve the desired amount of prompt
5.2 ADJUSTABLE ARMREST
5.2. 1 HEIGHT
To adjust armrest height
Loosen hand wheels and washers (G,
H)
Slide arm rest up or down to the
desired position.
Tighten hand wheels (G, H)
Repeat on opposite side of chair
Ensure arm rests are at the same
height and horizontal –this is
particularly important if the chair is to
be used with the tray accessory

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5.3 PELVIC STRAP
The pelvic strap is secured to the
seat by two cam-lock mechanisms,
located under the seat base (I, J)
To adjust the strap for growth, simply
lift each cam-lock to release, adjust
the strap appropriately and then
close each cam-lock
Buckle Strap (Standard)
The buckle is secured by pushing the
male plug into the female receiver
To release the buckle, press both
sides of the male plug
The strap length can be altered by
adjusting the tri-glide (as shown
opposite)
5.4 TRAY ACCESSORY
Check armrests are set to the same
height, and are securely tightened
Slide the tray onto the armrests, to
the desired position –the tray will
automatically lock into position
To remove tray, pull the quick release
lever on the underside of the tray, and
pull the tray forward
Ensure the protective film on the tray
is removed before use
J
I

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5.5 SKI ACCESSORY
The static ski accessory is fixed to the
Juni chair by 4 x M6 screws (K), which
locate through each Juni chair
outrigger
A slot is designed into the rear of each
static ski, this facilitates ski fitment if
height of chair is adjusted
Ensure the screws are tight at all times
5.6 POMMEL ACCESSORY
The Pommel accessory (L) slides over
the front of the seat cushion and is
fixed to the Juni using the supplied
hand wheel (M)
The Pommel can remain in place when
the seat depth is adjusted
L
K
M

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5.7 MOBILE BASE, RETRACTABLE FOOTBOARD AND HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE
HANDLE ACCESSORIES
The mobile base accessory is
fixed to the Juni chair by 4 x M6
screws (N), which locate through
each Juni chair outrigger
The rear castors can be locked
by applying pressure to the foot
lever (Q). An adjustable height
handle accessory is available,
with soft grip. The height can be
adjusted by unlocking clamps
(P), adjust to the desired height,
and then retightening the clamps
(P)
The Retractable footboard accessory permits easy transfer into the chair. To retract
the footboard, simply press the Red button (O) and push the board rearwards.
The adjustable handle is
secured to the inside face of
the rear Juni legs
Remove the M6 screw (R)
that fixes the out rigger (S)
to the main leg assembly
(T)
Offer up the handle bracket,
and re-insert the M6 screw
(R), securing both the
bracket and out rigger back
into place
Repeat for the second rear leg
R
S
T

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5.8 FOUR POINT HARNESS ACCESSORY
A four point harness is available as
an accessory
The rear of the Juni seat back has 4
recesses that are designed to locate
fixing cam-locks for the four point
harness
Take a sharp implement and pierce
each recess where the ‘dimple’ is
visible on the surface (U)
Offer up a cam-lock and using an
M6 screw, fasten the cam-lock to
the seat
Repeat for the 3 remaining cam-
locks (V)
The 4 point harness can now be
secured using the cam-locks

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6.0 CARE AND MAINTENANCE
All our wooden chairs are easy to clean. Each chair has anti-bacterial properties,
ensuring that surfaces are kept hygienic to reduce any risk of cross infection.
IMPORTANT!
Cleaning is recommended on a regular basis.
Clean upholstery and wooden parts with a damp cloth and mild detergent.
Stubborn marks on the woodwork should be cleaned by using a soft brush.
Do not soak or immerse the chair in water.
The pelvic strap can be cleaned with a damp cloth. In cases of extreme soiling it can
be machined washed at low temperature with mild detergent but must be drip dried.
Store the chair in a cool dry place and out of direct sunlight.
DO NOT use bleach, solvents, abrasives, synthetic detergents, wax polishes,
antibacterial sprays or wipes.
For further information please refer to MHRA or your NHS cleaning guidelines.
6.1 DAILY CHECKS
Check the tray (if supplied) to ensure no parts are loose or damaged.
Check all upholstery for signs of wear and tear.
Check that the hand wheels tighten correctly, and are not cross-threaded or
damaged.
Check all straps for fraying, and that buckles are not missing/damaged.
STOP!
The user should not be seated while the checks are carried out.
6.2 SERVICE INTERVAL
The Juni chair should be serviced every 3 years. Servicing must only be undertaken by
a Smirthwaite service engineer, or by a Smirthwaite trained representative.

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7.0 GUARANTEE & SERVICE
The chair is issued with a full parts and labour guarantee for 2 years from the date of
delivery. This guarantee does not apply to accidental damage caused through
inappropriate use of the chair. This guarantee is issued at the discretion of G&S
Smirthwaite Ltd on RTB (Return to Base) basis. If you have any questions or doubts
relating to the safety or use of the chair please contact us for advice or assistance on:
T: [phone]
E: [email protected]
8.0 CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
G&S Smirthwaite Ltd are committed to continuous improvement to their product range.
Should you have any suggestions or comments please send them to our product design
department at: [e-mail].
G&S Smirthwaite Ltd reserve the right to change the specification or material without
prior notice.
For catalogues, help and further information on our products please contact us at:
G&S Smirthwaite Ltd
17 Wentworth Road
Heathfield
Devon TQ12 6TL
T: [phone]
F: [phone]
E: [email protected]
W: www.smirthwaite.co.uk

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9.0 WARRANTY & AFTERSALE
9.1 Product Information
Model:
Size:
Date of Manufacture:
Serial Number:
9.2 Service & inspection record form:
Date
Procedure
Service
Personnel

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G&S Smirthwaite, 17 Wentworth Road, Heathfield, Newton Abbot, Devon.TQ12 6TL
T: [phone] F: [phone] E: [email protected]
W: www.smirthwaite.co.uk