Stealth Products The World's Best Laterals User manual

USER MANUAL
Lateral and Trunk Support
The World’s Best Laterals
Stealth’s User Manual and Maintenance Guide for
The World’s Best Laterals

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Customer Satisfaction 1.0
Stealth Products strives for 100% customer satisfaction. Your complete
satisfaction is important. Please contact us with feedback or suggested
changes that will 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 of the following instructions will void the
warranty.
Immediately discontinue use if any function is compromised, parts are missing,
loose, or show 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]
Fax: [phone]
in[email protected]
MDSS GmbH
Schiffgraben 41
30175 Hannover, Germany
Toll Free: [phone]
Toll Free: [phone]
www.stealthproducts.com

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Important Information 2.0
Important Information!
All persons responsible for fitting, 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 successfully, you must:
Read and understand all instructions and warnings.
Maintain our products according to our instructions on care and
maintenance.
Devices should be installed and adjusted by a trained technician.
Supplier Reference
Supplier:
Telephone:
Address:
Purchase Date:
Model:

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Introduction 3.0
Before you install or begin using this product, it is important that you read and
understand the content of these installation and operating instructions. The
installation instructions will guide you through the possibilities with
The World’s Best Laterals.
Instructions are written with the expressed intent of use with standard
configurations. They also contain important safety and maintenance
information. For further assistance, or more advanced applications, please
contact your supplier or Stealth Products 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 specifications 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
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And then, using the search bar at the top of the page, enter:
The Worlds Best Laterals User Manual

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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
will repair or replace the product at our discretion. Any implied warranty,
including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness 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 misapplication of products.
Modification or product without written approval from Stealth
Products, LLC.
Any alteration or lack 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 the following periods:
•Covers: 2 years
•Hardware: 5 years
•Electronics: 3 years
1. Call Stealth at [phone] or toll free [phone].
2. Request the Returns Department to obtain a Return Authorization
follow the department documentation instructions.
In Case of Product Failure
In the event of product failure covered by our warranty, please
follow the procedures outlined below:

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Table of Contents 5.0
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 ...................................................................................... vi
6.1 Warning Labels.................................................................................................... vi
6.2 Limited Liability ................................................................................................... vi
6.3 Testing..................................................................................................................... vi
7.0 Functioning.............................................................................................. 1
7.1 Operating Laterals............................................................................................... 1
7.2 Adjusting Laterals ................................................................................................ 1
8.0 Mounting ................................................................................................. 2
8.1 Standard Track Mounting ................................................................................ 2
8.2 Standard Cane Mounting................................................................................. 2
8.3 Standard Planar Mounting............................................................................... 3
8.4 All Season Mounting.......................................................................................... 3
8.5 Full Surface Contact Mounting ...................................................................... 4
8.6 Tru Comfort Mounting ...................................................................................... 4
9.0 First Time Use.......................................................................................... 5
9.1 Dealer Assistance................................................................................................. 5
9.2 User Testing ........................................................................................................... 5
9.3 Conditions of Use ................................................................................................ 5
10.0 Maintenance.......................................................................................... 6
10.1 Cleaning................................................................................................................ 6
10.2 Maintenance ....................................................................................................... 6

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Warning Labels 6.0
Warning Labels 6.1
Warning labels are included for the safety of the user, client, operator and
property. Please read and understand what the signal words SAFETY, NOTICE,
CAUTION, WARNING and DANGER mean, how they could affect 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.
Testing 6.3
Initial setup should be done in an open area free of obstacles until the user is
fully capable of driving safely.
The World’s Best Laterals should be adjusted with the user in the chair in
order to promote the best position and maximum comfort for the client.
NOTICE
Identifies important information not related to injury, but
possible property damage.
SAFE TY
Indicates steps or instructions for safe practices, reminders
of safe procedures, or important safety equipment that may
be necessary.
CAUTION Identifies a potential situation which (if not avoided) may
result in minor to moderate injury,and property damage.
WARN IN G Identifies a potential situation which (if not avoided) may
result in severe injury, death,and property damage.
DANGER Identifies an imminent situation which (if not avoided) may
result in severe injury, death,and property damage.

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Functioning 7.0
Operating Laterals 7.1
To operate the laterals:
1. Depress the quick release button (A).
2. The lateral will swing away 180° into an open-locked position.
3. Depress the quick release button again to return swing-away arm to the closed-
locked position.
Adjusting Adductors 7.2
Standard laterals offer three points of adjustment.
To adjust angles (B) and (C):
1. Lightly loosen 1/4-20 x 1” flat head screws and 10-32 x 3x16" set screws
(E).
2. Set desired angles and re-tighten screws with 5/32" and 3/32" T-
Handles. Tighten the flat head screws to 140in-lbs of torque. Tighten
the set screws to 10in-lbs of torque. Do not over-tighten flat head
screws or set screws.
To adjust pad height:
1. Loosen 1/4-20 x 5/8” Button Head Screws (D).
2. Slide the pad into the desired position.
3. Re-tighten screws. Do not over-tighten.
(D)
(A)
(B) (C)
(E)(E)
WARNING
Not intended to be used as a weight bearing surface. Using them as a weight
bearing surface during transfers can damage the laterals and may harm the user.

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Mounting 8.0
Standard Track Mounting 8.1
To adjust standard track mounting:
1. Insert the 1/4-20 x 3/4 Socket Head Screws (F) through the counter bore holes
(G) and into the threaded holes of the Universal Track Nut (H).
2. Tighten with a 3/16 T-Handle to 200in-lbs of torque. Do not over-tighten
screws.
3. The 1/4-20 x 1/4" set screw (I) does not usually need to be adjusted. If the lateral
is not swinging back into position, loosen the set screw to ensure it is not
causing interference.
Standard Cane Mounting 8.2
To adjust standard cane mounting:
1. Insert the 1/4-20 x 3/4 Socket Head Screws (J) into the male tube clamp
through the counter bore holes and into the female side of the tube clamp.
2. Attach lateral by using 1/4-20 x 3/4 Socket Head Screws and mounting directly
to the cane clamp.
3. Tighten with a 3/16 T-Handle to 200in-lbs of torque. Do not over-tighten.
(J)
(F)
(H)
(G)
(I)

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Mounting 8.0
Standard Planar Mounting 8.3
To install planar mounts:
1. Use 1/4-20 x 5/8 Socket Head Screws (A) to mount on the base of the planar mount
to the interior of the lateral.
2. Screw the 1/4-20 x 5/8 Button Head Screws (B) through the slots on the planar
mount onto the mounting hardware on the chair.
3. Tighten with 3/16 T-Handle to 200in-lbs of torque. Do not over-tighten.
All Season Mounting 8.4
To install the All Season Mounts:
1. Attach the All Season Bracket to the chair by using the 1/4-20 x 1/2” Flat Head
Screws (A). Tighten with 5/32 T– Handle to 140in-lbs of torque. Do not over-
tighten.
2. Use the 1/4-20 x 3/4 Socket Head Screws (B) to directly mount the All Season
Bracket. Tighten with a 3/16 T-Handle to 200in-lbs of torque. Do not over-
tighten.
3. Press down on the red button (C) to make lateral adjustments.
(A) (B)
(A)
(B)
(C)

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Mounting 8.0
Full Surface Contact Mounting 8.5
The Full Surface Contact mounts are pre-assembled before they are delivered.
To adjust the angle of the pad mount:
1. Loosen the 10-32 x 1/2” Socket Head Screws (A) with a 5/32 T-Handle.
2. Adjust pad mount to desired angle and re-tighten screws to 79in-lbs of torque.
Do not over-tighten.
Tru Comfort Mounting 8.6
To install Tru Comfort mounts:
1. Secure lateral to the outside of the bracket by using the 1/4-20 x 3/8”
Button Head Screws (A).
2. Tighten with 5/32" T-Handle to 125in-lbs of torque. Do not over-tighten.
(A)
(A)
(A)

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First Time Use 9.0
9.1
Dealer Assistance
During first time use by the client, it is advised that the dealer or service
technician assist and explain the configuration to the customer (the user
and/or the attendant). If needed, the dealer can make final adjustments.
User Testing 9.2
It is important that the customer is fully aware of the installation and how the
laterals can be adjusted in order to gain the best positioning possible.
As a dealer, proceed as follows:
Explain and show the customer how you have executed the installation,
and explain the function.
Have the user test the position of the laterals:
Are the laterals in the proper position for the client?
Can the user safely operate the chair in the position they are seated in?
Is the placement of each of the laterals in an optimal position for the user?
9.3
If needed, adjust the lateral to the proper position.
Explain to the customer any possible issues and how to address them.
Conditions of Use
The World’s Best Laterals are intended for use as installed by the dealer,
in accordance to the installation instructions in this manual:
The foreseen conditions of use are communicated by the dealer or service
technician to the user and/or attendant during the first time use.
If the conditions of use change significantly, please contact your dealer or a
qualified service technician to avoid excessive wear and tear or unintended
damage.
WARNING
The laterals should only be fitted by a qualified healthcare professional.

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Maintenance 10.0
Cleaning 10.1
To wash the covers of the laterals:
Remove the pad/cover from the laterals.
Machine wash in cold water on delicate cycle and drip dry.
To wash sheepskin covers:
Remove the cover from the laterals.
Machine wash in cold water on delicate cycle , and air dry (or
dry clean).
10.2Hardware Maintenance
-Periodically check the hardware for loose screws or worn areas.
-Tighten screws as necessary, following torque specifications as
appropriate. Gently remove dust, debris, and dirt with a damp cloth.
-Check the pad/cover for any breakdown.
- Periodically add anti-seize to the components every six months or as
necessary.
WARN IN G Do not use bleach.
WARN IN G Do not iron
SAFE TY Replace or repair parts as needed.
WARN IN G Do not use the laterals if the foam has been degraded.

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NOTES 11.0

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[phone] | [phone] | 104 John Kelly Drive, Burnet TX 78611
P91D276 Revision Date 2019-12-17