Stealth Products UniLink Headrest User manual

Head Support Hardware
OWNER’S MANUAL
UniLink Headrest Hardware
Owner’s Manual for
UniLink Headrest Hardware

Customer Satisfaction 1.0
Stealth Products, LLC strives for 100% customer satisfaction. Your complete
satisfaction is important. Please contact us with feedback or to suggest changes
which may help improve the quality and usability of our products. You may reach
us at:
General
Read and understand all instructions prior to using this 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.
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Stealth Products, LLC
104 John Kelly Drive, Burnet, TX 78611
Phone: [phone] Toll Free: [phone]
Fax: [phone] Toll Free: [phone]
[email protected] www.stealthproducts.com
MDSS GmbH
Schigraben 41
30175 Hannover, Germany

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
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Supplier:
Telepohone:
Address:
Purchase Date:
Model:

The installation instructions will guide you through this product’s options and
possibilities.
Instructions are written with the expressed intent of use with standard
congurations. They also contain important safety and maintenance information,
as well as describe possible problems that can arise during use. 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 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 manual by visiting the Stealth website
(www.stealthproducts.com) and searching “UniLink Headrest Hardware” 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, or
installation by a non-qualied individual may 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, or
•modicaon of product without wrien 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.
No person is authorized to alter, extend, or waive the warranties of Stealth
Products, LLC.
Stealth Products, LLC warrants against failure due to defective materials or
workmanship for the following durations:
Covers/Soft Goods: 2 years
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) and follow documentaon instrucons.
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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................................................................................ viii
7.1 Intended Use ..............................................................................................................viii
7.2 Product Feature Overview.....................................................................................viii
8.0 Parts and Accessories ................................................................................. 1
8.1 UniLink Headrest Hardware Package...................................................................1
9.0 Installation Instructions ............................................................................. 2
9.1 Preparations...................................................................................................................3
9.2 Tools..................................................................................................................................3
9.3 Installation Plan .....................................................................................................................3
9.4 Required Tools.........................................................................................................................4
9.5 Installing the UniLink Headrest Hardware ...................................................................5
9.6 Attaching a Head Support Attachment.........................................................................7
9.7 Headrest Adjustment...........................................................................................................8

Table of Contents 5.0
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10.0 First-Time Use ........................................................................................... 9
10.1 Dealer Assistance ......................................................................................................9
10.2 User Testing .................................................................................................................9
10.3 Conditions of Use......................................................................................................9
11.0 Maintenance............................................................................................ 10
11.1 Maintenance................................................................................................................10
11.2 Cleaning ........................................................................................................................10
12.0 Notes........................................................................................................ 11

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 under
the direct supervision of a qualied professional.
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
necessary.
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Design and Function 7.0
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Intended Use 7.1
A critical component of a properly fitted head support system, the UniLink headrest
hardware is intended to connect to the wheelchair’s back, providing the user the
necessary support and stability for his or her neck.
Designed to be compatible with all Stealth Products ball mount-based pads, the
UniLink’s link-style hardware provides ample adjustment for Stealth headrests.
Multiple planes of adjustment for posterior, anterior, and angle allow full surface
contact while accommodating postural anomalies, and individual link adjustment
capabilities isolate planes and angles, providing reinforcement to even the most
complex head support solutions.
The UniLink headrest hardware increases a user’s ability to successfully engage in
daily activities, as well as promotes upright posture and the maintenance of a healthy
head position.
Product Feature Overview 7.2
The UniLink headrest hardware features:
•link-style design for fast, simple height and depth adjustment;
•a ball mount for angle and rotation adjustment;
•correct point-of-contact adjustability, regardless of seating variances;
•a stop collar to act as a reference point for headrest mounting height;
•multiple pad and link sizing options;
•full surface contact; and
• an easy installation process.
CAUTION
Never use this product to maneuver a chair or anything to which it is attached. This
product is intended only for its stated use. This product should never be used as a
support, lift, guide, handle, or as anything other than the instrument of its original
function.
CAUTION
The installation of alternate or additional parts to a wheelchair could change the
functional structure of it. Thoroughly assess whether additional safety features are
necessary to maintain chair stability and eectiveness.

Parts and Accessories 8.0
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UniLink Headrest Hardware Package 8.1
The following is included with the UniLink headrest hardware package:
A
B
C
D
A
B
C
• Ball Link (17mm or 1”) -----------
• 3” Links ---------------------------
• 6” Standard Bar -------------------
• Stop Collar ----------------------- D

Installation Instructions

Installation Instructions for SBMT-DT 9.0
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Preparations 9.1
Only a qualied service technician may install the UniLink headrest hardware and its
accessories.
WARNING
An incorrect installation of the UniLink headrest hardware or its accessories may cause
damage to the hardware and/or injury to the user.
Tools 9.2
Use the proper tools to install and adjust the UniLink headrest hardware to the
desired position for the user.
Installation Plan 9.3
Set up a plan before beginning the installation. This plan should take into account:
• where the UniLink headrest hardware will be placed, as well as applicable
attachments and accessories; and
• the amount of clearance necessary for other hardware and accessories.
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 the user discomfort.
CAUTION
Any connection must always be secured with all delivered screws. Only use the screws
provided in the package.
CAUTION
Do not place any item between the chair user and the support surface of the seating
system. Doing so may reduce product eectiveness and increase risk of injury.
WARNING
Do not expose this product or its system to excessive heat, such as an open ame or
sparks.

Installation Instructions 9.0
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Required Tools 9.4
The tools needed to complete the installation are as follows:
Tool:
4mm hex key
3mm hex key
2mm hex key

Installation Instructions for SBMT-DT 9.0
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Installing Hardware- Dovetail 9.5
Step One: To adjust the location of the seatback mount on the dovetail track bar, use a
4mm hex key to loosen the front seatback mount screw. Slide the seatback mount to its
desired location on the dovetail track bar. When the seatback mount is in location, use a
4mm hex key to tighten the front seatback mount screw and secure the mount in place.
Unlock the front lever.
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Use a 4mm hex key.
Step Two: Insert the 6” standard rod into the square hole at the top of the seatback
mount. Slide the rod up or down to adjust the headrest height to preference.
SBM-DT

Installation Instructions 9.0
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Step Three: If the headrest bar is loose you may need to remove the seat back mount and
tighten the athead screws on the back using a 3mm hex key.
If adjustment to the HMO stop collar is necessary, use a 2mm hex key to loosen the collar’s
M5 x 1 x 5mm set screw. Slide the collar to the desired location, then secure the collar by
tightening the screw.
Use a 2mm hex key.
Step Four: Lock the front lever of the seatback mount.
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Installation Instructions for SBMT-DT 9.0
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9.6
Loosen the
handle
CAUTION
Always use headrests and bases with any included inserts as a complete assembly.
Covers should always be tted over headrests when in use. Do not use a cover other
than the one intended specically for your product and its size.
Installing Hardware- Standard SBM
Step One: Loosen the handle of the seat back mount and insert the headrest hardware.
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SBM300
If adjustment to the HMO stop collar is necessary, use a 2mm hex key to loosen the collar’s
M5 x 1 x 5mm set screw. Slide the collar to the desired location, then secure the collar by
tightening the screw.
Use a 2mm hex key.

Adjustments
Installation Instructions 9.0
9.7
To make further adjustments to
the final orientation of the
headrest, loosen the three
screws as shown in the image.
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Depth, height, and angle of the headrest pad can be adjusted by loosening any three of
the M5 screws for the links. Using a M4 Hex key, loosen the socket head screw to
change the orientation of the link. After the correct position has been achieved, tighten
the screw until snug.
CAUTION
Care should be taken when loosening links.

First-Time Use 10.0
Dealer Assistance 10.1
During rst-time use by the client, it is advised that the dealer or service technician
not only assemble the components, but also explain the conguration of user
positioning to the customer (i.e., the user or the attendant). If needed, the dealer can
make nal adjustments.
Conditions of Use 10.3
The UniLink headrest hardware is intended for use as installed by the dealer or
service technician, in accordance with the installation instructions in this manual.
•Ensure the foreseen condions of use are communicated by the dealer or service technician
to the user and/or aendant during the rst-me use.
•If the usage condions change signicantly, please contact your dealer or a qualied service
technician to avoid unintended damage.
User Testing 10.2
It is important that the customer is fully aware of the installation of the UniLink
headrest hardware, how to use it, and how it can be adjusted to t the client
comfortably. A dealer or service technician should:
• explain to and show the customer how you have executed the installaon; and
• explain the hardware’s funcon.
Have the user test the position of the UniLink headrest hardware.
• Is the hardware in the proper posion for the client?
• Can the user safely operate all wheelchair controls with minimal eort?
If needed, make any adjustments to the positioning, and explain possible problems to
the customer and how to address them.
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CAUTION
Avoid sharp objects. Do not modify the product. Modifying the product will void its
warranty and may lead to personal injury or alter the eectiveness of the product.

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Maintenance 11.0
Cleaning 11.2
•Use a soft cloth to gently clean the hardware especially after harsh environmental exposure.
•Ensure all cleaners are approved for finished steel and aluminum.
Maintenance 11.1
These care and guideline instructions will keep the hardware and covers in good
condition for a longer period of time and prevent damage.
•Repair or replace parts as needed.
•Gently remove dust and dirt from hardware with a so, damp cloth.
CAUTION
To ensure adherence to listed safety guidelines, use this manual in conjunction with the
manual provided with your chair.
NOTICE
Improperly installing or altering the hardware in any way will void the warranty.
SAFETY
Replace or repair parts as needed.
WARNING
It is not recommended to use this product after a crash.
CAUTION
Always check all mounting hardware, making sure each fastener is properly tightened,
before using the back support.
WARNING
Smoking while using this product or its system is not recommended. Damage from
smoke and/or ames is not covered by the warranty. Please consider additional safety
precautions when choosing to smoke while using this product.

Notes 12.0
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