Special Tomato 79300105 User manual

MPS Hi-Low
Seating System
Assembly
Guide
Model# Series
79300105
UMHLM04-14LIT
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Copyright Bergeron Health Care. All rights reserved. 01

The MPS Hi-Low Seating System
has been designed to oer
aordable seating and positioning
while providing optimal comfort and
function. This manual shows how to
easily and safely take advantage of
the features this product oers.
Contents
03 Safety Information
04 Unpack your MPS Hi-Low Seating System
05 Assembly: Attaching the MPS seat to the Hi-Low Base
06 Assembly: Attaching the Tilt Piston to the MPS seat
07 Assembly: Installing the Footrest
08 Assembly: Installing the Tray
09 Locks
09 Adjustments
- Tilt in Space/Up-Down
- Activity Tray
- Foot Rest
- Cushions
- 5-Point Harness
13 Regular Product Maintenance
13 Cleaning
14 Seat Dimensions
15 Consumer Information
02

To improve safety we recommend that
users should not be left unattended at
any time while using Special Tomato
equipment.
Only use Special Tomato approved
components with your product. Never
modify the product in any way. Failure
to follow instructions may put the user
or caregiver at risk and will violate the
warranty on the product.
If any parts should fail, please stop using
the product and contact customer service
or your local dealer.
Be sure that all adjustments are securely
fastened before you put the user into the
product.
Always secure the 5 point harness after
transferring the child into the seating
system.
When the product is stationary be sure that
all casters are locked and facing outward
from the base. Especially when the tilt
function is being used.
When the seat is in use be sure that the
height and tilt adjustment lockouts are
engaged to prevent accidental adjustment
from other children.
To prevent tipping: Do not attempt to move
the seating system over uneven surfaces.
Use care when transferring children in and
out of the seating system.
Always put the seating system at the
lowest position when moving a child
around their environment.
Only use this product on a level surface. All
4 caster locks must be engaged at all times
during use.
When adjusting the height and tilt angle of
the seating system, always use the push
handle. Never use the tray for this purpose.
When steering and moving the seating
system from one area to another, only use
the push handle. Never use the tray for this
purpose.
Always check that locking knobs and bolts
are tightened and secure at all times.
Regular maintenance is required to make
sure this product remains in good working
condition. Never use abrasive cleaners.
The product is made for indoor use only.
Always secure child in the restraint
• Never leave child unattended
• Always keep child in view
• Secure straps tightly
• Always use seating system on a
smooth level surface
Safety Information
Always read instructions fully before use.
03

Unpack your MPS Hi-Low
Seating System
WARNING
Keep plastic bags away from children.
Check Parts
Carefully remove them from the boxes and
check all the parts you have ordered. Once you
have checked all the components you are then
ready to assemble the MPS Hi-Low Seating
System and attach it to its base.
04

Assembly
B.
Install thicker nylon spacers on Hi-Low
mounting bracket.
C.
Match mounting bracket holes. Install
thinner washers and mounting bolts as
shown.
*securely tighten hex bolts.
A.
On a at surface, Place the MPS Seat face
down as shown. Then roll the Hi-Low Base
up to the MPS shell and align the mounting
bracket holes as shown.
Tools
Hi - Low Base MPS Shell (face down)
Top-Down View
Hardware
allen key
Bag #2
1. Attaching the MPS
seat to the Hi-Low Base
(Silver)
05

A.
Rotate the MPS seat shell into the
upright position.
Lock all Casters on the base
It is recommended that a second person assists
with this part of the assembly process.
B.
Wedge the red horseshoe between the
piston body and the upper MPS mount-
ing tabs as shown above. This will help
support the weight of the MPS seat shell
while installing the tilt piston hardware.
Use caution, the red horseshoe is a free
oating temporary support that is not
mechanically attached. Proceed with
caution. After spacers and bolt hardware
are installed, remove the red horseshoe
and keep for future use.
C.
Position tilt piston spacers between
the two metal tabs and the top bolt
receiver of the tilt piston. Align all
holes to receive the tilt piston bolt.
D.
Slide tilt piston bolt through the MPS
seat pan metal tabs, spacers, and
the top bolt receiver of the tilt piston.
Then install washer and locking nut.
E.
Remove red horseshoe and tighten
the lock nut and washer securely.
*securely tighten lock nut
crescent wrench
(not included)
Helpful Tools
Hardware
allen key
(Black)
Bag #3
2. Attaching the Tilt
Piston to the MPS seat
06

3. Installing the Footrest
A.
Using the star shaped rubber knobs secure the
footrest leg extensions into the MPS shell. Repeat for right.
B.
Use the round shaped rubber knobs to install the
footrest support as shown. Repeat for right.
Finished.
Enjoy using your Special Tomato MPS Hi-Low
Seating System!
*Velcro facing in on footrest leg extensions
Hardware
Parts Needed
08

4. Installing the Tray (optional)
A.
Using round rubber knob bolts and washers,
install the tray supports as shown above. Repeat
for right side.
*Velcro facing out
B.
Secure the tray surface by Folding the Velcro tabs
over the tray supports as shown. Be sure to fully
engage Velcro.
Hardware
Parts Needed
07

Located where the foot pedal
intersects the frame - Pull and
rotate foot pedal pin 90º to
disengage. Rotate another 90º and
the spring pin will engage the lock.
To prevent serious injury; Always verify that the
tilt & up-down pedal locking pins are fully engaged
before you place the child in the seating system.
Level position is unlocked Down position is locked
The tilt in space angle can be adjusted while the
child is in the seat. Before adjusting the tilt
in space angle of the seat be sure the child is
securely fastened in the 5-point harness.
To adjust the tilt angle:
A. Grip push handle rmly.
B. Disengage the foot pedal lockout.
C. Step on the left (tilt) foot pedal.
D. Select the desired tilt angle.
E. Remove your foot from the left (tilt) foot pedal.
F. Reengage the foot pedal lock out.
The up-down height can be adjusted while the
child is in the seat. Before adjusting the up-
down height of the seat be sure the child is
securely fastened in the 5-point harness.
To adjust the tilt angle:
A. Grip push handle rmly.
B. Disengage the foot pedal lockout.
C. Step on the right (up-down) foot pedal.
D. Select the desired height.
E. Remove your foot from the right (up-down)
foot pedal.
F. Reengage the foot pedal lock out.
Foot Pedal LocksCaster Locks
Tilt in Space (left pedal)
(right and left pedal)
Up-Down (right pedal)
RL
Locks
Adjustments
09

To adjust the tray tilt, Loosen
round knob and reposition the tray
support angle. (both sides)
To adjust the tray depth, Reposition the
tray at the desired depth on the tray sup-
ports then re-engage Velcro. (both sides)
The tray can be angle and depth adjusted.
To adjust the desired footrest
height and angle, Loosen round
rubber knobs on both sides of
foot rest and reposition the Velcro.
Re-tighten the round knobs to set
the footrest position. To adjust the
depth of the legrest extension,
remove star-shaped knobs and
reposition to desired depth. Re-
install the star-shaped knobs.
To adjust footrest depth, 3
bolt hole locations allow for
adjustment. Remove round knob
hardware and reposition footrest
to desired depth. Reinstall round
knob hardware and tighten
securely.
To position the user’s feet in the
footrest secure the Velcro straps
provided so the foot is held in
place. The straps should be
placed over the bridge of the foot
above the toes.
Tray
Foot Rest
Adjustments (cont.)
10

*Cushions can be cleaned with warm water and mild detergent. Do not submerge.
Back and headrest cushions adjust up
and down along the center track.
Cushions
Adjustments (cont.)
Hip-Flex
®
adjustment provides a
range of positions between 15° of
hip exion and 15° of hip extension.
Headrests
Back Cushions
Seat Cushions
MHS (Standard)
MS2
MS1 MS5MS3
MHL (w/ Laterals)
MS4
MS7
7.5"W × 6.5"H
8"W × 8.5"H
9"W × 11"H
10"W × 12"D
10"W × 10"D
9"W × 8"D
7"W × 6"D
7"W × 6"H
11

B.
To loosen the upper shoulder
harness (located on the back of the
seating system), pinch and pull the
spring-loaded shoulder harness
mechanism and pull the harness
pads forward, away from the seat.
To tighten the upper shoulder
harness (located on the back of the
seating system), simply pull on the
straps.
To facilitate transfer unclip the chest harness in the
middle and allow the harness to open out.
To change the width of the chest harness adjust
the center chest strap and set to the desired width.
To facilitate transfer press the center button to unlock the
pelvic restraint.
To appropriately adjust the pelvic harness straps and pads
around the child, all 3 pelvic straps are length adjustable.
Proper adjustment of the harness is important for both
positioning and safety of the child. Please consult your
therapist to ensure the 5-point harness is properly
adjusted for the child.
A.
To change the length of the lower shoulder straps
adjust the strap lengths (both sides).
5-Point Harness: Chest & Shoulder
5-Point Harness: Pelvic
Adjustments (cont.) Always secure child in the restraint
• Never leave child unattended
• Always keep child in view
• Secure straps tightly
12

We recommend the following daily product inspections:
1. Ensure all adjustment knobs and bolts are secure.
2. Check all harness pads and Velcro for signs of wear and tear.
3. Verify all casters move freely and lock securely.
4. Ensure the tilt piston attachment hardware is securely tightened.
5. Ensure the MPS Seat shell and Hi-low base attachment/connection
hardware is securely tightened.
6. Ensure the 5-point harness is securely fastened around the child and
functions properly.
7. Ensure pelvic harness attachment hardware is tight and securely
fastened.
8. Ensure the foot pedals and foot pedal locks are functioning properly.
How to Maintain
When cleaning we recommend that you use a mild, non-
abrasive detergent/cleaner to wipe the chair periodically.
5-point harness pads
The harness pads can be removed,
hand washed at 38ºC or 100º F then air dry.
Seat, Back, and Headrest Cushion
Wipe with warm water and/or mild detergent. Do not submerge.
Always ensure product is dry before use.
To extend the life of the hook and loop strips, comb out the
hook portion (hard side) to remove lint and other debris.
If any parts should fail, please
stop using the product and contact
customer service or your local dealer.
Regular Product
Maintenance
Cleaning
13

Seat Cushions Back Cushions
MPS Hi-Low Specications MS1 MS3 MS5 MS7 MS2 MS4
Target User Age 9 mos - 3 yrs 2 - 5 yrs 4 - 8 yrs 5 - 9 yrs 9 mos - 3 yrs 2 - 9 yrs
Target User Height 28"-37" 32"-43" 40"-50" 43"-52" 28"-37" 32"-52"
Maximum User Weight 80 lbs. 80 lbs. 80 lbs. 80 lbs. 80 lbs. 80 lbs.
Seat Tilt Angle Forward 10° 10° 10° 10° 10° 10°
Seat Tilt Angle Back -30° -30° -30° -30° -30° -30°
Seat to Footrest 6" - 16" 6" - 16" 6" - 16" 6" - 16"
Width 7" 9" 10" 10" 8" 9"
Depth 6" 8" 10" 12"
Height 8.5" 11"
Hip Flex Angle -15° to +15° -15° to +15° -15° to +15° -15° to +15°
Top of Back Cushion 11" - 16" 15" - 20"
Top of Head Cushion 18" - 23" 21" - 26" 21" - 26" 21" - 26" 18" - 23" 21" - 26"
Floor to Seat Height 14" - 28.5"
Overall Tray Dimensions 24"W × 17"D
Seat Dimensions
14

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Limited Warranty
Please ll out and mail your warranty card!
Bergeron Health Care warrants to the original retail purchaser of the Special Tomato™
product, that if any part or component proves defective in material or workmanship within:
5 years of the purchase date, MPS Seat shell or Soft Touch® cushions
2 years of the purchase date, All other parts and components.
The defective part will be repaired or replaced (at Bergeron Health Care’s discretion) free of
charge. Warranty service may be performed by an authorized service center or (at Bergeron
Health Care’s discretion) the factory.
This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, or damage caused by accident or misuse.
To exercise this limited warranty, the user should rst obtain a Return Authorization Number
from the dealer the Special Tomato™ product was purchased from. The product must be
delivered charges pre-paid (UPS recommended) to the factory or to an authorized service
center, together with a copy of the original invoice, the Return Authorization Number and a
written description of the problem.
For Customer Service Support:
Contact your dealer directly.
Or...
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