Sunrise Medical Whitmyer DFSQ1 User manual

WHITMYER HEAD SUPPORTS
S e r v i c e M a n u a l
Whitmyer Head Supports
WHITMYER

Whitmyer Head Supports
INTRODUCTION
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MKT6100 Rev. C
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Section
Introduction .......................................................................................................
Table of Contents .............................................................................................
General Receiving/Assembly Instructions ...................................................
Detachable Mounting Brackets .....................................................................
Swingaway / Detachable.Upgrade ................................................................
Custom Mounting Options ..............................................................................
ONYX Mounting System ..................................................................................
AXYS Mounting System ...................................................................................
LINX Mounting System ....................................................................................
COBRA XTRA Mounting System .....................................................................
COBRA XTRA Flip Back Mounting System ...................................................
PRO Mounting System ....................................................................................
Working with Balls & Collars ..........................................................................
Universal Pad Attachment ..............................................................................
Base Plate Assembly Attachment .................................................................
Anterior Support Attachment .........................................................................
Contoured Cradle Lateral Support Option ....................................................
PLUSH Lateral Support Option .......................................................................
S.O.F.T. Lateral Support Option / Lateral Swingaway .................................
Lateral Facial Pad Positioning .......................................................................
Contoured Cradle Anterior and Lateral Support Combination .................
PLUSH Anterior and Lateral Support Combination ....................................
Contoured Cradle / PLUSH Pad Adjustment ...............................................
Adjust-A-PLUSH Pad Adjustment ...................................................................
Single Sub-occipital System Adjustment .....................................................
S.O.F.T. (Multi Pad) System Adjustment .......................................................
Dynamic Forehead Strap System .................................................................
Strap Cap Option ..............................................................................................
Dynamic Anterior Support / DFS2 .................................................................
Hedz-Up Static Forehead Strap Adjustment ................................................
Cuddles Anterior & Lateral Support ..............................................................
T-bar & Unibar Installation ..............................................................................
Product Warranty .............................................................................................
Notes ..................................................................................................................
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Whitmyer Head Supports TABLE OF CONTENTS
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MKT6100 Rev. C

1. Compare items received to enclosed packing slip. All items are
individually bagged and labeled for ease of identification.
Note: The individual parts making up kits will appear below the kit part
number as indented line items.
Example:
PRO-1L 4” x 6” occ w/size 1 subpads w/L cvrs on PRO mounting system
PSO1LL pad, size 1 LEFT sub-occ/Lycra
PSO1RL pad, size 1 RIGHT sub-occ/Lycra
PSO600L pad, 4” x 6”occipital/lateral//
Lycra PRC7010 mounting, PRO adult w/
mount
M9375 base plate assm, adult/PED 3 piece
2. Attach mounting bracket to back of chair.
Reference pages 5-8.
3. Assemble vertical/horizontal assembly as described
in Mounting Section of instructions. Reference
pages 9-14. Place vertical/horizontal assembly
into mounting bracket.
4. Attach base plate assembly and/or pads.
Reference pages 15-16.
5. Assemble and attach lateral and/or anterior
support options. Reference pages 17-23.
6. Adjust to user. Reference pages 24-28.
Items that make up kit
Kit part number
{
Whitmyer Headrest
Whitmyer Head Supports
General Receiving / Assembly Instructions
MKT6100 Rev. C
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AB
F
C
D
E
ABCD
E
F
G
H
Detachable Mounting Bracket Lightweight-M8000
Mounting hardware options:
T-nuts or nylock nuts
w/washers.
Mounting hole spacing options:
2 hole = 1 7/8" or 2"
Recommended mount-
ing height to top of
chair back is: 2"
Detachable Mounting Bracket ONYX-M2100 LINX-M2300 PRO-M2200
Mounting hardware options:
T-nuts or nylock nuts
w/washers.
Mounting hole spacing options:
2 hole = 1 7/8" or 2"
Recommended
mount-ing height to
top of chair back is:
PRO- 2"
LINX- 5"
ONYX- 2"
17/8” to 2”
2”
17/8”
Whitmyer Head Supports
Detachable Mounting Brackets
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MKT6100 Rev. C

1”
2”
17/8”2”
Swingaway Upgrade to Chair Back
M5000
Mounting Hardware Options: T-
nuts or nylock nuts w/washers.
Mounting Hole Spacing Options:
2 hole = 1 7/8" or
2" 4 hole = 1” x 2”
Recommended
mounting height to
top of chair back is:
PRO- 2"
LINX- 5"
ONYX- 2"
Note: Vertical rod may need to be cut
to enable complete swingaway arc.
Note: Replace knob with ¼”-20 x ¾”
bolt (MW010210) to disable detach
function.
Detachable Mount to Swingaway Upgrade
A
BCDE
F
ONYX-M5100 LINX-M5200 PRO-M5300
Whitmyer Head Supports
Swingaway Mount Upgrade
MKT6100 Rev. C
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Interface Plate
M1010
Detachable Mount to Hole Spacing Conversion Plate
M2010
45/8”
1”
2”
33/16”2”
A
B
C
DE
A
B
C
Whitmyer Head Supports
Custom Mounting Options
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MKT6100 Rev. C

Detachable Mount to Slide Mount
M7010
Mounting hardware options:
T-nuts or nylock nuts w/washers.
Mounting hole spacing options:
2 hole = 1” or
2” 4 hole = 1” x
2”
Note: Old style hardware kit
included for mounting older style
Whitmyer Head Support detach
and swingaway mounts.
Detachable Mount to Quick Mount
M7000
Mounting hole spacing options:
2 hole = 1” and 2”
24”
12”
NOTE: Mounting clamps & plate have full adjustability.
A
B
CD
EF
G
HI
Whitmyer Head Supports Custom Mounting Options
MKT6100 Rev. C
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1. Assemble as shown in Fig. 1. Index pin on anti-rotational collar (Fig. 1, C) fits in to
slot in top of detach receptacle (Fig. 1, D) to prevent rotation.
Adjustments
1. Vertical - Loosen the lever knob (Fig. 1, E) and adjust to the proper height and then
lower the stop collar (Fig. 1, C) be sure to align the index pin in the slot on the detach
mount. (Fig. 1, F) Vertical rod may be rotated for additional angle adjustment of pad/
base plate assembly.
2. Horizontal - Loosen collar screws (Fig. 1, B) for depth adjustment (Fig. 2). Rotate
horizontal rod 180º for increased angle pad / base plate assembly adjustment.
3. Tighten all collars bolts evenly to reach full locking strength. See page 15.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
B
AC
D
E
E
F
Whitmyer Head Supports
ONYX Mounting System
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MKT6100 Rev. C

Assembly
1. Assemble as shown in Fig. 1.
Adjustments
1. Vertical - Loosen the lever knob (Fig. 1, E) and adjust to the proper
height and then lower the stop collar (Fig. 1, C). Vertical rod may
be rotated for additional angle adjustment of pad/base plate
assembly.
2. Depth and Angle Adjustment - Loosen 3 adjustment screws (Fig.
1, B) for depth and angle adjustment (Fig. 4&5). Rotate horizontal
rod 180º for increased angle adjustment (Fig. 3). Reverse vertical
rod 180º for increased adjustment (Fig. 3).
3. Tighten all collar bolts evenly to reach full locking strength. See
page 15.
Fig. 1
B
C
D
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 3
Fig. 2
A
A
E
Whitmyer Head Supports
AXYS Mounting System
MKT6100 Rev. C
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1. Assemble and position as shown in Fig.1. Index pin on anti-rotational collar
(Fig.1,C) fits in to slot in top of detach receptacle (Fig.1, D) to prevent rotation.
2. See pages for pad and accessory attachment / adjustments:
Pad(s)- page 15 Anterior Supports – page 17, 22-23
Base plate assembly – page 16 Lateral Supports – page 18-19
Adjustments
1. Vertical - Loosen the lever knob (Fig. 1, E) and adjust to the proper height and then
lower the stop collar (Fig. 1, C) be sure to align the index pin in the slot on the detach
mount. (Fig. 1, F) Vertical rod may be rotated for additional angle adjustment of pad/
base plate assembly.
2. Horizontal / Vertical – Loosen clamp screws (Fig. 1, A & B) for depth and height
adjustment (Fig. 2).
3. Tighten all collar screws evenly to reach full locking strength. See page 15.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
A
B
C
D
A
B
E
F
Whitmyer Head Supports
LINX Mounting System
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MKT6100 Rev. C

Assembly
1. Assemble as shown in Fig. 1.
Adjustments
1. Vertical - Loosen the lever knob (Fig. 1, D) and adjust to the proper
height and then lower the stop collar (Fig. 1, C). Vertical rod may
be rotated for additional angle adjustment of pad/base plate
assembly.
2. Depth and Angle Adjustment - Loosen adjustment screws
(Fig. 1, A & B) for depth and angle adjustment. Note angle
adjustment shown in Fig.3.
3. Tighten all collar bolts evenly to reach full locking strength. See
page 15.
Fig. 1
B
A
C
Fig. 3
Fig. 2
C
C
D
Whitmyer Head Supports
COBRA XTRA Mounting System
MKT6100 Rev. C
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Assembly
1. Assemble as shown in Fig. 1.
Adjustments
1. Vertical - Loosen the lever knob (Fig. 1, D) and adjust to the proper
height and then lower the stop collar (Fig. 2, C). Vertical rod may
be rotated for additional angle adjustment of pad/base plate
assembly.
2. Depth and Angle Adjustment - Loosen adjustment screws
(Fig. 1, A & B) for depth and angle adjustment. Note angle
adjustment shown in Fig.3.
3. To flip the headrest back push button (Fig. 4, D) and swing unit
back.
4. Tighten all collar bolts evenly to reach full locking strength. See
page 15.
Fig. 1
B
A
C
Fig. 3
C
D
Fig. 2
Fig. 4
D
Whitmyer Head Supports
COBRA XTRA Flip Back Mounting System
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MKT6100 Rev. C

1. Unsnap horizontal pivot cover (Fig. 2, B). Angle T-handle or ball driver beneath tab
and push up and outward. Refer to Fig. 1. Index pin on anti-rotational collar (Fig. 1, C)
fits in to slot in top of detach receptacle (Fig. 1, D) to prevent rotation.
Adjustments
1. Vertical - Loosen the lever knob (Fig. 1, F) and adjust to the proper height and then
lower the stop collar (Fig. 1, C) be sure to align the index pin in the slot on the detach
mount. (Fig. 1, G) Vertical rod may be rotated for additional angle adjustment of pad/
base plate assembly.
2. Horizontal / Angle – Loosen pivot bolts (Fig. 1, A) for depth (Fig.4) and angle (Fig.3)
adjustments. It is not necessary to fully tighten all screws until final position is
achieved.
3. Tighten all collar screws evenly to reach full locking strength. See page 15.
4. Snap horizontal pivot cover (Fig. 2, B) in place.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 4
Fig. 3
A
B
EC
D
A
A
E
F
G
Whitmyer Head Supports
Pro Mounting System
MKT6100 Rev. C
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All Whitmyer Head Support rotational mounting balls are manufactured with
a machined knurl pattern. When the collar is tightened, the specialized hardened
knurls bite into the radius to eliminate unwanted movement.
Knurled pattern
Knurled pattern locks
surfaces of ball and collar.
Fig. 1
Fig. 3
Correct Alignment Incorrect Alignment
Fig. 2B
•(Fig. 1,3) Knurled balls bite into the
radius to eliminate unwanted
movement.
•(Fig. 2A, 2B) Even though the knurled
balls eliminate unwanted pad
movement, the collars must be evenly
tightened to reach their full locking
strength.
1. Slide collar cover (B) off pad collar and over ball (C).
2. Loosen collar bolts (A). Loosen the collar bolts only to the point where the
ball slides in. This is easier than taking the collar halves completely apart.
3. Clamp collar evenly on ball (C). See page 15.
4. Slide collar cover onto collar.
A
B
C
D
Fig. 2A
Whitmyer Head Supports
Working With Balls & Collars
Whitmyer Head Supports
Universal Pad Attachment
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MKT6100 Rev. C

A
C
B
D
Fig. 2
3-Pad Base Plate Assembly Attachment (Fig. 1)
1. Remove vinyl cover (E) from collar (A). Slide over horizontal ball (C).
2. Loosen rotational bracket (A) collar bolts (B).
3. Clamp mounting system horizontal ball (C) between the rotational bracket collar
halves (A). Even though the knurled balls eliminate unwanted pad movement, the
collars must be evenly tightened to reach their full locking strength. See page 15.
4. Attach pads to screwballs (D).
5. Place vinyl cover (E) on to collar (A).
Single Sub-occipital Base Plate Assembly Attachment (Fig. 2)
1. Remove bolts (B) and discard bottom collar half (E) of single sub-occipital pad.
2. Clamp the horizontal ball (A) between the single sub-occipital pad top collar half (B)
and the base plate collar adaptor (C).
3. Attach occipital pad to screwball (D).
4. Even though the knurled balls eliminate unwanted pad movement, the collars must
be evenly tightened to reach their full locking strength. See page 15.
B
CA
A
D
Fig. 1
E
E
Whitmyer Head Supports
Base Plate Assembly Attachment
MKT6100 Rev. C
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Anterior Support Attachment to Single Pad Interface
1. Remove bolts (Fig. 1, A) and discard bottom collar half (Fig. 1, B) of pad.
2. Evenly clamp the horizontal ball (Fig. 1, C) between the pad collar half (Fig. 1, D) and
anterior support interface (Fig. 1, E).
3. Refer to Fig. 2. Remove bolt (Fig. 2, A) and washer (Fig. 2, B) from anterior support
mount (Fig. 2, C).
4. Align bolt (Fig. 2, A) and washer (Fig. 2, B) through the anterior support adapter
bracket slot (Fig. 2, D) clamping the anterior support option in place.
5. Adjust to user. See page 28-32..
Fig. 1
A
B
CE
D
Fig. 2
C
A
B
D
Anterior Support Attachment to S.O.F.T. Base Plate Assemblies. (Fig. 3)
1. Remove bolt (A) and washer (B) from anterior support mount (C).
2. Align bolt (A) and washer (B) through the occipital mount slot (D) clamping the
ante-rior support option in place.
3. Adjust to user. See page 28-32.
AB
C
D
Fig. 3
Whitmyer Head Supports
Anterior Support Attachment
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MKT6100 Rev. C

1. Attach swingaway lateral bracket(s) (Fig. 1, D) to Contoured Cradle lateral support inter-
face plate (Fig. 1, C) using bolts (Fig. 1, A) and washers (Fig. 1, B).
2. Refer to Fig. 3. Tighten bolts (Fig. 3, A) securely. Swingaway lateral bracket may be
bolted either left or right or used in unilateral or bilateral configurations.
3. Refer to Fig. 2. Remove bolts (Fig. 2, A) and discard bottom collar half of pad (Fig. 2, B).
4. Evenly clamp the horizontal ball (Fig. 2, C) between the pad collar half (Fig. 2, D) and
Contoured Cradle lateral support interface (Fig. 2, E).
5. Refer to Fig. 4. Loosen bolts (Fig. 4, A) and clamp splitball (Fig. 4, B) between the lateral
mount collar halves (Fig. 4, C) and tighten. Do not securely tighten collar halves until fit-
ting to client to allow for adjustment of ballrod.
6. Slide collar cover (Fig. 4, G) off pad collar onto curved ballrod (Fig. 4, E).
7. Loosen collar bolts (Fig. 4, D). Loosening the collar bolts just to the point where the ball
slides in is easier than taking the collar halves completely apart.
8. Clamp collar halves (Fig. 4, H) evenly on ball (Fig. 4, F). See page 15.
9. Slide collar cover (Fig. 4, G) onto collar (Fig. 4, H).
A
Fig. 1
B
C
D
Fig. 3
A
Fig. 2
A
B
D
C
Fig. 4
D
G
E
A
C
B
C
H
F
E
Whitmyer Head Supports
Contoured Cradle Lateral Support Option
MKT6100 Rev. C
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1. Attach swingaway lateral bracket(s) (Fig. 1, D) to PLUSH lateral support interface plate
(Fig. 1, C) using bolts (Fig. 1, A) and washers (Fig. 1, B).
2. Refer to Fig. 3. Tighten bolts (Fig. 3, A) securely. The PLUSH lateral support interface
plate supplies 4 lateral mount locations.
3. Refer to Fig. 2. Remove bolts (Fig. 2, A) and discard bottom collar half of pad (Fig. 2,
B).
4. Evenly clamp the horizontal ball (Fig. 2, C) between the pad collar half (Fig. 2, D) and
PLUSH lateral support interface (Fig. 2, E).
5. Refer to Fig. 4. Loosen bolts (Fig. 4, A) and clamp splitball (Fig. 4, B) between the
lateral mount collar halves (Fig. 4, C) and tighten. Do not securely tighten collar halves
until fit-ting to client to allow for adjustment of ballrod.
6. Slide collar cover (Fig. 4, D) off pad collar onto curved ballrod (Fig. 4, E).
7. Loosen collar bolts (Fig. 4, F). Loosening the collar bolts just to the point where the
ball slides in is easier than taking the collar halves completely apart.
8. Clamp collar halves (Fig. 4, G) evenly on ball. See page 15.
9. Slide collar cover (Fig. 4, D) onto collar (Fig. 4, G).
Fig. 3
A
Fig. 1
A
B
C
D
Fig. 2
A
D
C
B
E
Fig. 4
F
G
D
A
B
C
E
Whitmyer Head Supports
PLUSH Lateral Support Option
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MKT6100 Rev. C

To open, grasp swingaway lateral latch as shown. Push with thumb and pull with fore-
finger. To close, push lateral ballrod into place until latch snaps shut.
Fig. 1
D
C
A
B
Fig. 2
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Whitmyer Head Supports
S.O.F.T. Lateral Support Option
Whitmyer Head Supports
Lateral Swingaway One-Finger Release
MKT6100 Rev. C
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1. 1. Attach swingaway lateral bracket(s) (Fig. 1, D) to S.O.F.T. base plate assembly (Fig. 1,
C) using bolts (Fig. 1, A) and washers (Fig. 1, B). Tighten bolts securely.
2. Refer to Fig. 2. Loosen bolts (Fig. 2, A) and clamp splitball (Fig. 2, B) between the
lateral mount collar halves (Fig. 2, C) and tighten. Do not securely tighten collar halves
until fit-ting to client to allow for adjustment of ballrod.
3. Slide collar cover (Fig. 2, D) off pad collar onto curved ballrod (Fig. 2, E).
4. Loosen collar bolts (Fig. 2, F). Loosening the collar bolts just to the point where the ball
slides in is easier than taking the collar halves completely apart.
5. Clamp collar halves (Fig. 2, G) evenly on ball. See page 15.
6. To attach lateral ballrod and pad. See page 19, steps 5-9.