Stealth Products Diego User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
Diego Seating System
Diego Seating System Owner’s Manual

Customer Satisfaction 1.0
Stealth Products strives for 100% customer satisfaction. Your complete
satisfaction is important. Please contact us with feedback or suggested changes
to help improve the quality and usability of our products. You may reach us at:
General
Read and understand all instructions prior to the use of the product. Failure to
adhere to instructions and warnings in this document may result in property
damage, injury, or death. Product misuse due to failure to adhere to the following
instructions will void the warranty.
Immediately discontinue use if any function is compromised, if parts are missing
or loose, or if any component shows signs of excessive wear. Consult with your
supplier for repair, adjustment, or replacement.
Stealth Products, LLC
104 John Kelly Drive, Burnet, TX 78611
Phone: [phone] Toll Free: 1(800) 965-9229
Fax: [phone] Toll Free: 1(800) 806-1225
[email protected] www.stealthproducts.com
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Important Information 2.0
Important Information!
All persons responsible for tting, adjustment, and daily use of the devices
discussed in these instructions must be familiar with and understand all safety
aspects of the devices mentioned. In order for our products to be used
succesfully, you must:
• read and understand all instrucons and warnings;
• maintain our products according to our instrucons on care and maintenance; and
• ensure devices are installed and adjusted by a trained technician.
Supplier Reference
Supplier:
Telephone:
Address:
Purchase Date:
Model:
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These installation instructions will guide you through your product’s options
and possibilities. They are written with the expressed intent of use with standard
congurations. They also contain important safety and maintenance information
and describe possible problems that may arise during use. For further assistance
or more advanced applications, please contact your supplier or Stealth Products,
LLC at [phone] or toll free at [phone].
Always keep the operating instructions in a safe place so they may be referenced
as necessary.
All information, pictures, illustrations, and specications are based on the product
information that was available at the time of printing. Pictures and illustrations
shown in these instructions are representative examples and are not intended to
be exact depictions of the various parts of the product.
Ordering Documentation
You can download additional copies of this user manual by accessing the Stealth
website (www.stealthproducts.com) and searching “Diego Seating System
Owner’s Manual” in the search bar at the top of the page.
Introduction 3.0
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CAUTION
These products are designed to be tted, applied, and installed exclusively by a
healthcare professional trained for these purposes. The tting, application and
installation by a non-qualied individual could result in serious injury.

Warranty 4.0
Our products are designed, manufactured, and produced to the highest of
standards. If any defect in material or workmanship is found, Stealth Products,
LLC will repair or replace the product at our discretion. Any implied warranty,
including the implied warranties of merchantability and tness for a particular
purpose, shall not extend beyond the duration of this warranty. Stealth
Products, LLC does not warrant damage due to, but not limited to:
• misuse, abuse, or misapplicaon of products; and/or
• modicaon of products without wrien approval from Stealth Products, LLC.
Any lack or alteration of serial number, where applicable, will automatically void
this warranty.
Stealth Products, LLC is liable for replacement parts only. Stealth Products, LLC is
not liable for any incurred labor costs.
No person is authorized to alter, extend, or waive the warranties of Stealth
Products, LLC.
Stealth Products warrants against failure due to defective materials or
workmanship for a period of:
Covers: 180 days
Hardware: 5 years
Electronics: 3 years
In Case of Product Failure
In the event of product failure covered by our warranty, please follow the
procedures outlined below:
1. Call Stealth Products at [phone] or toll free at [phone].
2. Request a Return Authorizaon form (RA) from the Returns Department and follow the
instrucons on the document.
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Table of Contents 5.0
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1.0 Customer Satisfaction ................................................................................. i
2.0 Important Information............................................................................... ii
3.0 Introduction ............................................................................................... iii
4.0 Warranty ..................................................................................................... iv
5.0 Table of Contents........................................................................................ v
6.0 Warning Labels.......................................................................................... vii
6.1 Warning Labels ...........................................................................................................vii
6.2 Limited Liability...........................................................................................................vii
6.3 Testing ............................................................................................................................vii
7.0 Design and Function................................................................................... 1
7.1 Intended Use .................................................................................................................1
7.2 Features ...........................................................................................................................1
8.0 Features........................................................................................................ 2
8.1 Parts and Accessories Breakdown.........................................................................2
8.2 Back Dimensions..........................................................................................................3
9.0 Installation Instructions ............................................................................. 4
9.1 Hardware Parts..............................................................................................................5
9.2 Preparation.....................................................................................................................6
9.3 Tools..................................................................................................................................6
9.4 Installation Plan ............................................................................................................6
9.5 Required Tools/ Torque Chart .................................................................................7
9.6 Installing the Laterals .................................................................................................8
9.7 Installing the Headrest to Back ..............................................................................9
9.8 Seat to Back Mount..................................................................................................10
9.9 Seat Pan........................................................................................................................11

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9.10 Cane Compatibility ................................................................................................12
9.11 Attaching Clamps to Wheelchair Back Canes..............................................12
10.0 WC20 Information ..................................................................................13
10.1 WC20 FlipLock Hardware....................................................................................13
10.2 Before Transit ...........................................................................................................13
10.3 Belt Placement......................................................................................................... 14
10.4 User Safety................................................................................................................17
11.0 First-Time Use .........................................................................................19
11.1 Dealer Assistance ................................................................................................... 19
11.2 User Testing ..............................................................................................................19
11.3 Conditions of Use................................................................................................... 19
12.0 Maintenance........................................................................................... 20
12.1 Cleaning .....................................................................................................................20
12.2 Disinfecting...............................................................................................................21
12.3 Maintenance............................................................................................................. 21
13.0 Notes.......................................................................................................22

Warning Labels 6.0
Warning Labels 6.1
Warnings are included for the safety of the user, client, operator and property.
Please read and understand what the signal words DANGER, WARNING,
CAUTION, NOTICE and SAFETY mean, and how they could aect the user, those
around the user, and property.
Limited Liability 6.2
Stealth Products, LLC accepts no liability for personal injury or damage to
property that may arise from the failure of the user or other persons to follow
the recommendations, warnings, and instructions in this manual.
Stealth Products, LLC does not hold responsibility for nal integration or nal
assembly of product to end user. Stealth Products, LLC is not liable for user death
or injury.
Testing 6.3
Initial setup and driving should be done in an open area free of obstacles until
the user is fully capable of driving safely.
DANGER Identies an imminent situation which, if not avoided, may
result in severe injury, death, and/or property damage.
WARNING Identies a potential situation which, if not avoided, may
result in severe injury, death, and/or property damage.
CAUTION
Identies a potential situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor to moderate injury, and/or property
damage.
NOTICE
Identies important information not related to injury, but
possible property damage.
SAFETY
Indicates steps or instructions for safe practices, reminders
of safe procedures, or important safety equipment that may
be neccesary.
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Design and Function 7.0
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Intended Use 7.1
The Diego System is designed for the individual who needs a solid back to
support minimal deformities or stability needs, and who requires minimal to
moderate postural support and improved trunk/pelvic positioning.
The Diego System combines all of the features and benets of individual
components into a complete seating system for optimal postural support,
skin care and portability. The Diego System will accommodate user growth to
maintain the best t and function possible. At the same time, the Diego System’s
easily accessible adjustments facilitate user care.
Features 7.2
Back
• Lightweight planar shell
• Wings oer 2” width adjustability
• Lateral Supports (swing away or xed)
• Pre-drilled through-holes for seat back mount (headrest) and seat back hinge
• Slots cut for postural supports and hardware mounting
• Dual layer of foam for increased comfort
• Standard CoolCore cover promotes temperature regulation and skin health
• Rear honeycomb cover to hide hardware
• Hardware adjustments for height, angle and depth
• Can be used on multiple diameter tubing
• Quick release features also easy removal of back from canes
Headrest
• Lightweight multi-axis adjustability
• Oers height, depth, and angle adjustments with the turn of a screw
Seat
• Lightweight aluminum seat pan is attached
• Seat pan is pre-drilled for mounting hardware
• CoolCore cover is standard for temperature regulation & skin health
• Seat-to-back hinge allows seat-to-back angle to be locked in
Overall
• Can be mounted on a variety of bases: rigid, folding, power chairs, or strollers
• Back and cushion can be one unit for easy removal, transfer, and storage

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Features 8.0
Parts and Accessories Breakdown 8.1
A full Diego Seating System includes:
1. Back
• Composed of an aluminum frame with a CoolCore-covered dual-layer foam cushion
2. Mounting Hardware
• Features FlipLock Back Mounng Hardware for quick-release removal of back from canes
3. Lateral Supports
• Can be xed or swing-away
4. Head Support
• Mul-axis adjustable
5. Seat
• A seat pan and seat cushion aached to the back by a seat-to-back hinge
NOTICE
The FlipLock and head support hardware have separate manuals
which should be referred to for the installation of those components.

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Features 8.0
Back Dimensions 8.2
Part Number Min. Width Max. Width Height
DGBAL1010AC 9” 11” 10”
DGBAL1012AC 9” 11” 12”
DGBAL1212AC 11” 13” 12”
DGBAL1214AC 11” 13” 14”
DGBAL1414AC 13” 15” 14”
DGBAL1416AC 13” 15” 16”
Height
Width

Installation Instructions

Parts and Accessories 9.0
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Hardware Parts 9.1
D
A
B
E
C
Description Qty.
A Headrest Comfort Plus 6” or 8” Headrest 1
B Back Support Diego Back Support 1
C Lateral Supports Swing-Away or Fixed Lateral Supports 2
D Mounting Hardware FlipLock Mounting Hardware 2
E Seat Diego Seat Cushion 1
F Seat Hardware J+L Seat Mounting Hardware 2
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Installation Instructions 9.0
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Preparations 9.2
Only a qualied service technician may install the Diego Seating System and its
accessories.
WARNING
Incorrect installation of the Diego Seating System or its accessories may cause damage
to the hardware and/or injury to the user.
Tools 9.3
Use the proper tools to install and adjust the Diego Seating System to the
desired position for the user. Ensure all torque specications are followed.
Installation Plan 9.4
Set up an installation plan before beginning the installation. This plan should
take into account:
• Where the Diego Seang System will be placed as well as applicable laterals and support cushions.
• How the Diego Seang System will be operated, including the quick-release funcons for the mount
and laterals.
CAUTION
The use of improper tools may cause damage to the device. Not tightening to the
torque specication can cause components to fail or cause discomfort to the user.
CAUTION
Any connection must always be secured with all delivered screws. Only use the
screws provided in the package.
CAUTION
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR
OTHER HARDWARE INCLUDED IN THE SEPARATE HARDWARE MANUALS.

Installation Instructions 9.0
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Required Tools 9.5
Below are the tools needed to complete the installation of the laterals:
Tools are not provided. Refer to the manuals for additional accessories for the list
of tools required for their installation.
Hardware Component Use
3mm Hex Key
Lateral Cushion Mount (G8); Socket Head Screw on Lateral (F5)
4mm Hex Key
Button Head Screws on Lateral Bracket (E1)
Screws Torque Specications
M5 x 0.8 x 16mm Button Head Screw (E1) 5.9nM
M6 x 1.0 x 16mm Button Head Screw (E1) 10nM
CAUTION
ADDITIONAL TOOLS REQUIRED FOR OTHER HARDWARE ARE LISTED IN THE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OF THE SEPARATE HARDWARE MANUALS.
CAUTION
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS FOR YOUR OTHER HARDWARE CAN BE FOUND IN
THE SEPARATE HARDWARE MANUALS.

Installation Instructions 9.0
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Installing the Laterals 9.6
Step One: Place the Q-back lateral track nut into the groove of the 125° lateral bracket.
Step Two: Slide the 125° lateral bracket between the aluminum and covered foam back.
- The depth that the bracket is placed can be adjusted to change the horizontal placement
of the lateral to the appropriate position for the user.
- The vertical alignment of the bracket can be adjusted within the wing’s vertical track.
Step Three: After having the bracket in the correct position, use the two M6 x 1 x 12mm button head
cap screws, each with a 1/4” washer, to secure the bracket in place to 10nM of torque.
Step Four: Repeat Steps 1 through 3 to mount each additional lateral. The Swing Away lateral would
be mounted in the same manner on the lateral bracket but would also have an additional two
M5 x 0.8 x 10mm button head cap screws tightened to 6nM of torque.
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Installation Instructions 9.0
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Installing the Headrest to Back 9.7
Step One: Align the holes on the seat back mount with the mounting holes of the back.
Step Two: Use the M6 x 1 x 16mm button head screws with the M6 x 1 nylon lock nut. Tighten
to 10nM of torque. Ensure the button head screws are installed from the inside of the
back to prevent discomfort to the user.
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CAUTION
Incorrect installation of the seat back mount can lead to irritation for the user.
CAUTION
SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND USE OF
THE HEADREST ARE FOUND IN THE SEPARATE HEADREST MANUAL.

Installation Instructions 9.0
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Seat-to-Back Mount 9.8
Step One: Align the seat-to-back mount holes with the mounting holes of back.
Step Two: Tighten the M6 x 1 x 16mm button head screws, each with a washer, to the lateral
track nut. Tighten to 10nM of torque. Ensure the button head screws are installed from
the inside of the back to prevent discomfort to the user.
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CAUTION
Incorrect installation of the seat-to-back mount can lead to irritation for the user.

Installation Instructions 9.0
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Seat Pan 9.9
Step One: Align the seat-to-back mount holes with the mounting holes of the seat pan. Tighten
the M6 x 1 x 16mm button head screws, each with a washer, to the lateral track
nut. Tighten to 10nM of torque.
Step Two: Tigthen the M6 x 1 x 16mm button head screws, each with a washer, to the spacer by
using M6 lock nuts. Tighten to 10nM of torque. Repeat for the other side.
Step Three: Tigthen the M6 x 1 x 16mm button head screws, each with a washer, to the seat mounting
hardware by using M6 lock nuts. Tighten to 10nM of torque.
Step Four: Repeat for the other side.
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Installation Instructions 9.0
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Cane Compatibility 9.10
The FlipLock hardware mounts to multiple diameter cane clamps without the use
of spacers.
• Hardware is compable with 1in., 3/4in., and 7/8in. cane diameters.
1” Clamp 7/8” Clamp
3/4” Clamp