Tomtar Comfort User manual

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Comfort
Shower stool
User manual
Version 5.0.0

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Thank you for choosing to purchase the
shower stool Comfort from DIETZ.
This shower stool is a medical aid. In order to use it properly and avoid
possible risks due to unintended use, you must become thoroughly familiar
with its operation.
Read this user manual carefully before you begin to use your new shower
stool. It contains important instructions that will enable you to fully take
advantage of the technical benets.
In addition, you will receive information that will aid with maintaining
operational safety and the preservation of your investment in your shower
stool.
If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact
the specialist retailer which supplied the shower stool to you.
You can always nd the latest information on your product on our website.
For information or queries concerning product safety and on recalls, please
contact DIETZ in writing or by telephone. You will nd our contact
information on the back of these operating instructions.
NOTE
A large-print version of the operating instructions is
available for visually impaired persons at
www.dietz-rehab.de in PDF format.
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FOREWORD

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
01 Important information
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Intended purpose and indication . . . . . . . . . . .5
Contraindication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
02 Product description
Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Assembly instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
03 Preparing the shower stool for use
Assembly instructions / tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Assembling the seat frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Attaching the seat cushion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Seat height adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
04 Using the shower stool
How to use the shower stool . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Accessories and add-ons from external suppliers
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05 Technical data
Dimensions of shower stool. . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Technical specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Product tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
06 Safety instructions
Safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
07 Instructions for general use
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Care / cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Disinfection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Handing over and reuse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Transport / storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Product labelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
08 Manufacturer declarations
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Lifetime. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Liability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

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01 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
This user manual is included in the scope of de-
livery. The user should keep this manual on hand
at all times and it must remain with the product
if the product is passed on to a third party. We
reserve the right to make changes to the ver-
sions shown in this manual as a result of techni-
cal further development. Reprints, translations
and reproductions of this manual in any form, in
whole or in part, require the written approval of
DIETZ GmbH.
The copyright is owned by the manufacturer. You
can obtain the latest version of the user manual
by contacting DIETZ GmbH.
INTENDED PURPOSE AND INDICATION
The shower stool is to be used exclusively as an
aid for showering adolescents and adults in the
bathroom. It enables persons with limited mobil-
ity to shower sitting down. Any use other than
indicated is not permitted. The stool is designed
for a maximum user weight of 160 kg.
The shower stool is not to be used by children.
The shower stool is not suitable for persons who
are smaller than 146 cm or weigh less than 40
kg (BMI < 17). The Comfort shower stool is not
suitable for use as permanent seating. It is not
to be used to transport multiple persons or
loads.
CONTRAINDICATION
No contraindications are known when used cor-
rectly.
SYMBOLS
These symbols indicate passages of text that are
helpful for using and operating the product in
every day life.
WARNING
It is mandatory to observe and comply with
warnings. They inform you of circumstances that
could result in injury and/or damage to the
shower stool or surroundings if the warnings are
not observed.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
The shower stool will need to be assembled after being unpacked. The assembly and the functional
check are to be performed by the specialist dealer. The dealer's technician will adapt the shower stool
to the respective user.
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
The Comfort shower stool is partially assembled
at the factory, wrapped in protective lm, and is
supplied in a cardboard box.
On receipt of the shower stool, please immedi-
ately check to make sure that the contents are
complete and undamaged. If the contents are
noticeably damaged, inform the specialist dealer
immediately.
The contents consist of (Fig. 1):
A) 2 x tubular armrests
B) 2 x side frame elements (incl. armrests and
telescoping feet)
C) 1 x seat cushion
D) 1 x connecting frame element (H-shaped)
E) 4 x guide cuffs for stool leg
F) 4 x stool legs (telescoping), mounted
G) 4 x rubber feet for stool leg
-- Assembly set (4 x M6 x 30 mm screw, 4 x
M6 40 mm screw, 8 x concave washer, 4 x
cap nut)
ACCESSORIES
There are no accessories available for the
Comfort shower stool.
02 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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WARNING
Risk of poisoning: When burnt, packaging
lms can release toxic gases.
Risk of suffocation: Keep the plastic bags
out of the reach of children.
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03 PREPARING THE SHOWER STOOL FOR USE
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS / TOOLS
When assembling the shower stool, make sure
that all screw connections are properly tightened
and use only the original screws supplied with the
product.
Assembling the seat frame
Tools / screw set: Allen key 4 mm, open-
end spanner 10 mm,
4 x M6 x 30 mm screw (hexagon socket) 4 x
washer (concave), 4 x cap nut
1. Insert the side frame elements into the con-
necting frame elements such that the drill
holes overlap.
2. Insert the four screws from the outside (front/
rear side of stool) through the drill holes.
3. Now, on the inside of the connecting frame
elements, insert the screw thread through the
four washers with the concave side towards
the frame tube, and tighten the screw with
the cap nut (Fig. 2).
Attaching the seat cushion
Tools / screw set: Phillips screwdriver, 4 x
M6 x 40 mm screw (Phillips PH), 4 x washer
(concave)
1. From above, place the seat cushion such that it
aligns with the drill holes provided on the
frame (Fig. 3).
2. The four screws are inserted through the
washers from below into the drill holes provid-
ed and screwed into the seat cushion.
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03 PREPARING THE SHOWER STOOL FOR USE
SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
In order to adjust the seat height to the patient's
lower leg length, proceed as follows for all 4
stool legs:
1. Press the spring-mounted button into the
telescoping tube with your thumb (1, Fig. 4).
2. Push the tube into the desired position
(2, Fig. 4).
3. Ensure that the spring-mounted button snaps
into place audibly after adjusting the height.
The correct seat height has been chosen when it
is possible to sit with the thighs in a horizontal
position.
WARNING
Tipping danger: All four legs must be set to the
same height, otherwise there is a risk of tipping!
Risk of trapping: When operating the
spring-mounted button on the chair legs, there
is a risk of ngers getting caught in the drill
holes. Operate the spring-mounted button with
caution.
If the spring-mounted button disappears into
the frame tube when pressed in too forcibly (2,
Fig.5):
1. Pull the entire telescoping foot downwards
with a slight rotational movement. (1).
2. Use a long object (e.g. screwdriver) to move
the spring-mounted button on the inside of
the chair leg (2) back into the correct position
through the drill hole (3).
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HOW TO USE THE SHOWER STOOL
The shower stool consists of a seat cushion,
four stool legs, and two side frame elements.
The tubular armrests of the side frame ele-
ments act as supports when sitting down on
and getting up from the shower stool. They
help you to lower yourself slowly and in a
controlled fashion onto the chair by support-
ing yourself with both hands on the top of
the two tubular armrests. When seated, the
side frame elements provide you with support
on both sides. You can also place your arms
on them and hold onto them for support (Fig.
6).
1. Place the shower stool in the shower.
2. Sit down on the dry seat surface. For support,
you can grab onto the middle of the tubular
armrests from above (Fig. 6).
3. To get up, grab onto the middle of both tubu-
lar armrests from above and get up slowly
and in a controlled fashion.
WARNING
Tipping danger: Always use both tubular arm-
rests simultaneously for support, otherwise there
is a risk of tipping over to the side.
Danger of slipping: Do not allow any oily or
highly soapy substances to come into contact
with the rubber feet, as this may cause the show-
er stool to slip away.
Danger of falling off: Avoid extreme body
movements on the stool, as this may cause you
to fall off the stool.
04 USING THE SHOWER STOOL
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04 USING THE SHOWER STOOL / 05 TECHNICAL DATA
ACCESSORIES AND ADD-ONS FROM EXTERNAL SUPPLIERS
There are no accessories available from DIETZ for the Comfort shower stool.
In general only original accessories from DIETZ may be used. If third-party products are installed
on the shower stool, responsibility for the safety of the product passes to the person who installs
the accessories or carries out the installation. A new declaration of the compliance of the combi-
nation of accessories or add-on and product is then to be made by the person who attaches it. The
compliance declared by DIETZ according to MDR 2017/745, Annex II expires.
05 TECHNICAL DATA
DIMENSIONS OF SHOWER STOOL
The dimensions given here refer to the standard conguration of the shower stool.
NOTE
All dimensions taken on textile parts (e.g. back
upholstery) are to be understood with a toler-
ance of +/– 10 mm.
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05 TECHNICAL DATA
Technical specifications Comfort shower stool
Min. Max.
dSeat height mm 460 560
aSeat width (seat cushion) mm 415
cEffective seat width1mm 435
bSeat depth (seat cushion) mm 385
fEffective seat depth2mm 405
eTotal width mm 558 620
hOverall depth mm 510 540
gTotal height mm 640 740
Overall dimensions (D x W x H) mm 510 x 558 x 640 540 x 620 x 740
Tubular armrest (D x W x H) mm 340 x 24 x 175
Maximum user weight kg 160
Total mass kg 3.6
¹ Effective seat width = measured between the armrest tubes
² Effective seat depth = measured by the bottom side of seat cushion
Further information
Colour white
Ambient operation temperature -10°C to +40°C
Ambient storage conditions 0°C to 45°C // 20% to 75% relative humidity
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Frame white Aluminium (powder coated)
Seat cushion, white (outer / inner) PVC vinyl leather / PU foam
Screws, joints Stainless steel
Feet grey Rubber
Note: All materials used are corrosion-resistant and latex-free.
MATERIALS
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05 TECHNICAL DATA
PRODUCT TESTS
ISO 17966 Tested according to the requirements and test methods for
personal hygiene aids
ISO 10993-5 tested for toxicity in the material
Test weight 160 kg
06 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using the shower stool, always observe
the following safety instructions to prevent falls,
hazardous situations and damage to the stool:
tThe shower stool is only to be used in-
doors and on a firm, level surface.
tThe shower stool is not to be overloaded
(max. load 160 kg).
tDo not use the shower stool as a climbing
aid or stand on it.
tDo not load the shower stool unevenly.
tAll stool legs must be set to the same
height.
tThere is a risk of slipping off the stool
when sitting down and standing up in
wet bathtubs or shower areas, particular-
ly when bath additives or washing agents
are used.
tCheck the shower stool for damage be-
fore each use. Do not use the shower
stool if damaged.
tEach time after the shower stool is disas-
sembled and reassembled, check its sta-
bility and ensure that all stool legs are set
to the same length.
tIf your mobility is severely limited, use the
shower stool with the aid of an accompa-
nying person.
tThe surface of the stool may become hot
due to hot water or exposure to sunlight.
Risk of burns!
tCaution: when adjusting and replacing
the telescoping feet, there is a risk of fin-
gers getting caught.
tAny severe incidents associated with the
product must be reported to the manu-
facturer and responsible authority.
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07 INSTRUCTIONS FOR GENERAL USE
MAINTENANCE
If the care and safety instructions are followed,
the product is maintenance-free.
CARE / CLEANING
To clean the product, use lukewarm water
mixed with a mild detergent (without solvents
and with a pH value of 5-9).
WARNING
Material damages: Do not use high-pressure
cleaners, strong, corrosive chemicals or scouring
agents for cleaning purposes.
If necessary, the shower stool can be disman-
tled and the seat cushion removed to clean and
disinfect the components individually.
DISINFECTION
Wipe down or spray all components thoroughly
with commercially available surface disinfec-
tant. Take particular care to disinfect surfaces
that come into frequent contact with hands/
skin, such as the seat surface.
The following disinfectants are suitable for use
on the shower stool comfort:
tAldehyde-free disinfectants based on
alcohol (max. 70% propyalcohol)
WARNING
Material damages: Observe the use and pro-
cessing instructions issued by the cleaning agent/
disinfectant manufacturer.
Risk of infection: The shower stool must be
disinfected before each new user.
HANDING OVER AND REUSE
Your product is suitable for transfer to/reuse
by others. The number of times it can be re-
used depends on the material wear conditions
and the functional capabilities of the respec-
tive product.
When handing over the shower stool or re-us-
ing it, please remember to hand over to the
new user or the specialist dealer all the techni-
cal documents necessary for safe handling.
Before being re-used, the shower stool must
be cleaned and disinfected, and must be
checked for damage and approved by a spe-
cialist retailer. For this purpose, please also
refer to the inspection points under the chap-
ter "Troubleshooting".
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08 MANUFACTURER DECLARATIONS
07 INSTRUCTIONS FOR GENERAL USE
TRANSPORT / STORAGE
The shower stool is to be carried via the mid-
dle of the tubular armrests. If it is necessary to
disassemble the stool for storage (> 4 months)
or for transport, we recommend disassem-
bling it according to the assembly description
(chapter "Assembly instructions") by per-
forming the steps in reverse order. The tele-
scoping feet can also be removed. To do this,
press in the spring-mounted button on the
chair leg and pull the lower leg downwards
while rotating it slightly (see chapter “Seat
height adjustment”). For transport, the chair
should be packed such that it is in a stable
position and there is no danger of sudden
and dangerous movements in the means of
transport.
WARNING
Material damages: Avoid exposing the
shower stool to heat sources during storage or
placing objects on it.
DISPOSAL
If you no longer need the shower stool, please
contact your specialist dealer. They will then pick
up the shower stool and either dispose of it
properly or make further use of it. Otherwise,
please take the shower stool to your local waste
disposal facility.
PRODUCT LABELLING
Type plates and warning signs on the shower
stool must remain legible. Immediately replace
illegible or missing stickers. The serial number
sticker is very important for identifying the
product, it is placed on the product label,
which is placed on one stool leg. It must not
be removed.
Label (65 x 40 mm)
2019-09
(01)04260241682052
(10)2000XXX
(21)65800XXXXX
*140012*
140012
Comfort 160 kg
TROUBLESHOOTING
What Cause / symptoms Measures
Spring-mounted button on
telescoping foot
If pressed in too forcibly, the
spring-mounted button may
disappear into the frame tube.
1. Removal of the telescoping foot. 2. Move
the spring-mounted button back into the
correct position through the drill hole (see
chapter "Seat height adjustment", Fig. 5).
Surface damage
• Damage to seat cushion
• Damage to rubber feet
• Frame tubes have sharp edges
• Replace the seat cushion
• Replace the rubber feet
• Replace chair or telescoping feet
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Markings on the product:
Trademark
TYPE/Model
REF = Item number
UDI = Unique Device Identier
(01) UDI-DI / GTIN
(10) Order number
(21) Serial number
Manufacturer/manufacturer's
trademark/contact address
Maximum load capacity/load
incl. payload
Date of manufacture
The shower stool is only
approved for indoor use.
Follow the user manual
Caution: Note the safety
information in the user manual!
Medical Device
CE marking
WARRANTY
Warranty services refer to all product defects
which are verifiably attributable to material or
manufacturing flaws. The warranty period is
24 months as of receipt of notification of read-
iness for shipping, but following delivery at
the latest. Damage which has occurred due to
natural wear, intent, and negligent or improp-
er operation or usage is excluded from the
warranty obligation. This also applies to the
use of unsuitable care products, lubricating
oils or greases.
LIFETIME
The expected product service life is five years
when used daily and if used as intended. This
assumes compliance with the care and safety
specifications stipulated in this manual. The
indicated life span does not constitute addi-
tional guarantee.
LIABILITY
The DIETZ GmbH is only liable if the product is
used under the specified conditions and for
the specified purpose. We recommend that the
products be handled appropriately and cared
for according to the instructions. DIETZ GmbH
is not liable for damage caused by compo-
nents and spare parts that have not been ap-
proved by DIETZ GmbH. Repairs must only be
carried out by authorised specialist retailers or
by the manufacturer itself.
08 MANUFACTURER DECLARATIONS
07 INSTRUCTIONS FOR GENERAL USE

Product group: Bathroom & Toilet
Product: Comfort shower stool
User manual: 5.0.0 EN
Last update: 2020-07 (LW/BLA)
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