smirthwaite FOXDENTON 8011 User manual

06/17
FOXDENTON
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Codes 8011-8015

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CONTENTS PAGE
1.0 INTRODUCTION 1
2.0 ILLUSTRATION & TECHNICAL DATA 2
3.0 FOR YOUR SAFETY 3
4.0 UNPACKING YOUR CHAIR 4
5.0 SETTING UP AND ADJUSTING YOUR CHAIR 5
6.0 ASSEMBLY OF SEPARATE COMPONENTS 8
7.0 CARE & MAINTENANCE 10
8.0 WARRANTY & SERVICE 13
9.0 CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT 13
10.0 SERVICE INSPECTION 14
1.0 INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the Smirthwaite Foxdenton Chair.
The Foxdenton is a basic classroom chair for children from the age of 3 years old
who require minimal levels of postural support when seated. The Foxdenton chair
has been purposely created to ensure your child feels more included whilst in their
classroom environment.
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].
This product has been designed and manufactured specifically and
solely for use by clients with special needs.

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2.0 ILLUSTRATION OF YOUR FOXDENTON CHAIR
A. Seat board
B. Side supports
C. Footrest fittings
D. Foot straps
E. Footrest
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2.1 TECHNICAL DATA
SIZE
1
2
3
4
5
CODE
8011
8012
8013
8014
8015
Dimensions
Seat Height (mm)
300
340
380
390
430
Seat Width (mm)
120-240
140-260
180-310
200-380
200-380
Seat Depth (mm)
255
285
320
365
365
User Weight (kg)
20
35
45
70
80
Backrest Codes
SIZE
1
2
3
4
5
40mm
BK137
BK138
BK139
BK140
BK141
60mm
BK142
BK143
BK144
BK145
BK146
A
B
D
C
E

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3.0 FOR YOUR SAFETY
STOP!
LAP STRAPS & HARNESSES SAFETY NOTICE
Lap straps and harnesses must be appropriate and safe for the user and
the users clothing.
Lap straps and harnesses must be checked every time the chair is used to
ensure they are fitted as prescribed by the clinician, take account of the
users clothing and are tightened so that the user cannot sustain injury.
Checking the fit of lap straps and harnesses must be done with the user in
the chair and should be undertaken as soon as the users sits in the chair.
STOP!
Please read these instructions CAREFULLY and THOROUGHLY.
•The user should NOT be left unattended whilst in the chair. Always ensure a
responsible therapist or carer is in attendance.
•If you believe the chair or any fitted accessory to be faulty at any time, DO NOT
USE – contact Smirthwaite by telephone on [phone].
•The therapist should be familiar with the methods of adjustment and have
completed all adjustments appropriately to meet the needs of the child before
transferring the child into the chair.
•The chair is ONLY to be used indoors on a flat level surface.!
•DO NOT EXCEED USER MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMITS.
•Always fasten the straps provided with the seat.
•Regular maintenance checks and cleaning are essential for the safe use of this
equipment (see Section 7.0 Care and Maintenance).
•Always keep this product away from naked flames, cigarettes and sources of
heat including open fireplaces, radiators, heaters.
•DO NOT fit parts or accessories of other manufacturers to this product unless
authorised to do so in writing by Smirthwaite Ltd. Failure to follow these
instructions will not only invalidate the guarantee but could make the seat
dangerous to use.
•Smirthwaite Ltd will not accept liability for any injury or damage incurred through
such malpractices. Any repairs required must be carried out by Smirthwaite Ltd
authorized personnel.

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4.0 UNPACKING YOUR SEAT
STOP!
If in any doubt, ALWAYS seek ADVICE.
Always turn hand wheels, levers and screws clockwise to tighten or
anti-clockwise to loosen.
•When delivered, the seat will be supplied fully assembled except for the
attachment of any special accessories ordered.
•If your order has been supplied as a custom kit, please ensure you follow both
the instructions documented in this IFU and any additional instructions supplied.
•Please take note of any instructions on the packaging/box when unpacking.
•Once the seat has been carefully unpacked, please check all parts.
STOP!
If you believe this product to be faulty – DO NOT USE – Contact
Smirthwaite Ltd on T: [phone]

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5.0 SETTING UP AND ADJUSTING YOUR CHAIR
STOP!
If in any doubt, ALWAYS seek ADVICE.
Always turn hand wheels, levers and screws clockwise to tighten or
anti-clockwise to loosen. The chair must be fully adjusted by a
therapist or trained representative before use.
5.1 SIDE SUPPORTS
The side supports can be adjusted for
Width, Depth and Angle.
•Loosen handwheels (A) on one or
both support sides!
•With the handwheels loose, each
side can be easily adjusted for
width, depth and angle.!
•Tighten handwheels (A) when the
desired position of each side
support is achieved.!
Side supports can be adjusted through slot range to provide depth, width and angle
adjustment
A
A

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5.2 FOOTREST
The footrest height can be adjusted
•Loosen handwheels (B) on both
sides of the footrest!
•With the handwheels loose, adjust
the footrest height.!
•Tighten handwheels (B) when the
desired position is achieved.!
•The footrest can also be rotated
into vertical position to ease
transfer into the chair. Simply
loosen from two handwheels (B)
to disengage and rotate as shown
below!
Footrest set high
Footrest set low
Footrest flipped vertically to ease transfer
B
B

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5.3 FOOTSTRAPS
The foot straps can be adjusted for
width and depth
•Loosen screws (C) on one or both
foot straps!
•With the screws loose, each strap
can be easily adjusted for width.!
•The foot strap depth can be
changed by removing screws (C)
and relocating the strap to the next
slot on the footrest (D).!
•Tighten screws (C) when the
desired width and depth is
achieved.!
5.6 PELVIC LAP STRAP
Buckle Strap (Standard)
•The buckle is secured by pushing
(E) into (F).
•To release the buckle, press both
sides of (E)
•The strap length can be altered
by adjusting the tri-glide
C
C
D
E
F

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6.0 ASSEMBLY OF SEPARATE COMPONENTS
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.
6.1 FITTING SEAT TO CHAIR
•If a Lapstrap or side supports are
to be fitted, fit these to the seat
board first.!
•The seat board (G) is attached to
the chair by two threaded screws,
which pass through a batten (H)
that fits under the chair. !
•The batten has cut-outs that locate
on the chair frame, to keep the
seat in place – make sure the seat
is correctly located before
tightening any screws.!
6.2FITTING THE FOOTREST
•The footrest is attached to the
chair buy two clips (I), located on
the front chair legs.!
•To fit, firstly remove the clips from
the footrest and slide onto each
front chair leg. !
•Ensure the holes in each clip are
facing forward.!
•With the chair and footrest on a
flat/level surface, bolt the footrest
to the chair through the slots in the
footrest.!
•Ensure the sides of the footrest
are resting on the floor.!
G
H
I

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6.3FITTING THE SIDE SUPPORTS
•The seat board needs to be
detached from the chair to fit the
two side supports!
•The side supports are attached to
the seat board by two threaded
knobs (J) that pass through the
slots in the board.!
•The threaded knobs are secured
into bolts – please ensure that the
washers are fitted when
assembling the side supports!
6.4FITTING THE BACKREST
•At the lower edge of the backrest
there are two tongues!
•Locate these into the two slots
found at the back of the seat board!
•Secure the strap around the back
of the chair, passing it below the
back support.!
J
K

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7.0 CARE AND MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT!
Cleaning is recommended on a regular basis
•Clean upholstery and wooden parts with a damp cloth and mild detergent
•Stubborn marks on wood work 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 seat in a cool dry place 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.
7.1 DAILY CHECKS
•Check all parts for signs of wear and tear or damage.
•Check all straps for fraying, and that buckles are not missing/damaged!
•If using a footrest, check it is securely fixed to the chair frame and has no
loose or missing parts.
•If using a backrest, check it is securely fixed to the chair frame and has no
damaged or missing parts.
•Check the side supports are fixed securely, and that all
knobs/screws/washers are present.
STOP!
The user should not be seated while the checks are carried out.
7.2 SERVICE INTERVAL
The Foxdenton 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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7.3 NOMINAL SERVICE LIFE
Your product has a nominal service life of 12 years, during which full post-sales
support will be available with regard to spares and servicing.
Product service life has been determined based upon the design complexity of
product, and the anticipated exposure to normal use.
Good practice dictates all Smirthwaite products have been designed and
manufactured to high levels of safety and quality, and will meet requirements of
normal use when maintained in line with our servicing recommendations.
STOP!
If the product has been out of use for an extended period of time (6
months or more) it should always be serviced prior to being
reissued.
If the product has been subjected to ‘heavy’ or ‘constant’ use, the
service should be reduced to half the recommended period.
Constant and/or heavy use is considered to be:
•Daily use above 7 hours duration
•Weekly use above 5 days duration
•Monthly use above 10 months per year
•Use by a client who is at 90% to 100% of the maximum weight limit of
the product. The maximum weight limit must NEVER be exceeded
•Use by a client who is extremely active, either voluntarily or
involuntarily

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7.4 EXTENDING NOMINAL SERVICE LIFE
At Smirthwaite we are proud to produce products that have a reputation for quality
and durability.
We believe our products have the potential to provide benefits to our clients beyond
the nominal service life documented above.
We will continue to provide full support beyond the nominal service life provided the
following conditions are met:
1. A full service schedule has been maintained. (Please refer to Page 14)
2. A full service and inspection is undertaken at the end of the nominal service
life period
3. The product is subsequently serviced annually (or biannually if under
‘heavy/constant’ use conditions)
4. Smirthwaite reserve the right to limit support where parts/components are no
longer available
7.5 DOCUMENTATION/RECORDS
•It is the responsibility of the current equipment owner to ensure the ‘Instructions
for Use’ manual and any further manuals for accessories fitted to the equipment
are handed over to the new owner at the time of exchange/sale
•It is the responsibility of the current equipment owner to ensure the service and
inspection record form is kept up to date
7.6 PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
•Smirthwaite will document and maintain a record of the original product
configuration at the time of first sale
•Smirthwaite will not be held responsible for any subsequent changes to this
configuration unless authorized to do so in writing by Smirthwaite Ltd
•It is the equipment owner’s responsibility to maintain their own records of
changes to the equipment configuration and to be able to provide such records to
subsequent owners to maintain traceability
•We recommend an inspection/service by a Smirthwaite Service Engineer (or
Smirthwaite trained engineer) whenever a significant change is made to product
configuration to ensure the product is safe to use. If in any doubt, ALWAYS
seek ADVICE

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IMPORTANT REMINDER!
DO NOT fit parts or accessories of other manufacturers to this product
unless authorized to do so in writing by Smirthwaite Ltd.
Any servicing or repairs required must be carried out by Smirthwaite Ltd
(or a Smirthwaite trained engineer).
If you believe this product to be faulty – DO NOT USE – Contact
Smirthwaite Ltd on T: [phone]
If in any doubt, ALWAYS seek ADVICE.
8.0 WARRANTY & SERVICE
Smirthwaite Ltd warrants the products detailed on your order to be free from defects
in materials and workmanship for a period of 2 years from date of delivery. If a fault
develops during the period, please call Customer Services by email or telephone
01626 835552 who will advise you on the best course of action. Possible action may
be for us to arrange to send out one of our Service Engineers, or have the goods
returned to us. Should a repair not be possible within the guarantee period we will
replace the product for new or nearest equivalent product. In the unlikely event that
we cannot repair or exchange we will refund in full.
This warranty is for the UK only. The warranty excludes faults due to accident,
neglect, misuse, not following the Instructions and normal wear and tear. This
warranty is in addition to your legal rights. Goods will only be collected from the
original delivery address.
A charge may be made where the goods cannot be repaired under the terms of the
warranty. You will be advised before this is made.
T: [phone] E: [email protected]
9.0 CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
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: [email protected]
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:
Smirthwaite Ltd
16 Wentworth Road
Heathfield,
Devon.
TQ12 6TL
T: [phone]
F: [phone]
E: [email protected] W: www.smirthwaite.co.uk

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10.0 SERVICE INSPECTION
10.1 Product Information
Model
Size
Date of Manufacture
Serial Number
Final Inspection
10.2 Service & inspection record form:
Date
Procedure
Service
Personnel

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Smirthwaite, 16 Wentworth Road, Heathfield, Newton Abbot, Devon.TQ12 6TL
T: [phone] F: [phone] E: [e-mail] www.smirthwaite.co.uk