Vari Lite ICON BACK SYSTEM User manual

ICON™ BACK SYSTEMS
WITH VARILOCK™ HARDWARE
Installation Instructions
This manual explains how to install, operate and maintain the Icon Back System.
If you do not understand this instruction manual or if you have any questions,
please contact VARILITE Customer Service at [phone].

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Icon Back System Styles Page 4
WARNINGS Pages 5-9
Icon Back System Components Page 10-11
Assembly and Mounting Steps Page 12
Adjustment Steps Page 13-14
Operating Instructions Page 15
Back Cushion Instructions Page 16
Thoracic Support Page 16
Troubleshooting Page 17
Warranty Page 18
Care and Maintenance Page 19
Contact Information Page 19
Table of Contents

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ICON Back System Styles
These instructions are applicable to the following Icon Back System Styles
Low
Tall
Mid
Deep

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Installation and adjustment of your VARILITE back support should be performed
only by an authorized dealer or qualified therapist.
Failure to use the appropriate equipment for restraint in a vehicle can result in
serious injury or death.
• Never use your VARILITE back support if any hardware is missing,
malfunctioning, or broken. Seek qualified assistance with any repairs or
adjustments.
• Never exceed the weight capacity of the back support.
The maximum user weight for systems less than 22 in. (55 cm) wide is
300 lbs (136 kg).The maximum user weight for systems 22 in. (55 cm) or
greater is 400 lbs (181 kg).
• Never exceed the weight capacity of the wheelchair as specified by the
wheelchair manufacturer.
• Never perform weight training that causes you to exceed the weight capacity
of the wheelchair.
• Do not exceed the weight capacity of the wheelchair during other activities of
daily living.
• Never lift the wheelchair by the back support.
• Never use the back support without its cover.The cover is made with flame
retardant materials. Using the back support without its cover increases the
risk of flammability.
• Never modify your VARILITE back support or use it in a way not described by
these instructions.
WARNING
TO AVOID INJURY, read, understand and follow all instructions and
warnings in this manual before using your VARILITE back support.
There are hazards associated with the use of wheelchairs and adaptive
equipment. If you misuse your wheelchair or your back support you can be
seriously injured.

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Use in a Motor Vehicle
For ICON™ Back System Tall and ICON™ Back System Deep
This seating system has been dynamically tested and meets requirements
of ANSI WC20/Vol 4 and conforms to ISO 16840-4 for the safe use of seating
devices for use in motor vehicles when used with a wheelchair base that
complies with performance requirements of ANSI WC19 or ISO 7176-19.
A surrogate wheelchair base and Hybrid III Midsize Male ATD were used in the
frontal impact test.
Any postural support devices and belts that have not been successfully tested
in accordance with ANSI/RESNA WC18 or WC19 should not be relied upon as an
occupant restraint in a vehicle.
Failure to use the appropriate equipment for restraint in a vehicle can result in
serious injury or death.
For additional information regarding the use of seating systems in motor
vehicles, refer to Safe Use in a Motor Vehicle provided with this system and at
www.varilite.com
WARNING

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VARILITE back systems are designed to be compatible with most
wheelchairs, noting the following exceptions:
The system can be used only with wheelchairs with cane diameters equal to
1 in. (25 mm) or less.
The system can be used only with wheelchairs with round canes.
Wheelchairs are not required to have stabilizer bars, provided the canes can
maintain their position.
Only use wheelchairs with round canes equal to 1 in. (25mm) or less in
diameter.
Failure to use compatible equipment can result in equipment breakage and
serious injury.
WARNING
Do not leave the Slide Caps in the open position. Doing so may allow the
Slide Brackets to disengage from the Holsters, causing the back support to
accidentally fall out, which can result in serious injury. See page 8, Fig. 1
and Fig. 2.
WARNING
Wheelchair Compatibility

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Wheelchair Compatibility
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
INCORRECT
CORRECT

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Thoroughly clean canes before installing shims.
Grease, oil or other residue on the canes may result in shim slippage.
Shim slippage may result in equipment breakage and serious injury.
WARNING
Failure to install and use Cane Bracket Shims as instructed can result
in equipment breakage and serious injury.
WARNING
Fitting Cane Bracket Shims
Cane Size Shim Size Included with Hardware?
7/8 in. (22 mm) 1/8 in. (3 mm) Yes
3/4 in. (19 mm) 1/4 in. (6 mm) Yes
Wheelchair Compatibility
Cane Brackets are sized for 1 in. (25 mm) diameter wheelchair canes.
Shims are provided for wheelchair canes that are less than 1 in. (25 mm) in
diameter.
Attach Cane Bracket over shim at appropriate height.The Cane Bracket
then attaches over shim. Use “Fitting Cane Bracket Shims” chart below to
properly fit your wheelchair cane diameter.

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ICON Back System Components
Cane Hardware
Components
1. Cane Bracket
2. Holster
3. Adjuster Plate
4. Slide Cap
5. Permanent Mount
Hole
Shell Components
1. Shell Bracket
2. Slide Bracket
3. Handle
Please familiarize yourself with the parts of the back system before
installation, adjustment or use.
CANE
BRACKET ADJUSTER
PLATE
HANDLE
SHELL
BRACKET
SLIDE
BRACKET
PERMANENT
MOUNT
HOLE
HOLSTER
SLIDE
CAP

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ICON Back System Components
Shell Interior
Handle Flap and
Handle Patch
Self-Inflating Cushion
and Valve

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Adjustment may be necessary to complete the installation and accommodate the
width of the wheelchair, or for desired seat depth, angle and height.
The following steps must be done before the client is in the wheelchair:
1. Determine the optimal height of
the back on the wheelchair.
2. Attach Cane Brackets to each
wheelchair cane, ensuring that the
Holsters face each other and the
Slide Caps open rearward.
3. Align the two Cane Brackets so
they are parallel and level with
each other. Tighten Cane Bracket
Screws enough to hold the Cane
Brackets lightly in place.
4. Loosen the Slide Bracket Screws.
5. Insert the back so that the Slide
Brackets fit securely into the
Holsters.
6.Tighten the screws on the Cane
Brackets and Slide Brackets to 4.5 Newton Meters.
7. Slide left and right Slide Caps closed, towards the Shell.
Assembly and Mounting Steps
LOOSEN SLIDE
BRACKET SCREWS
CANE BRACKET
ATTACHED
HOLSTERS
FACING
EACH OTHER

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The following steps can be done with or without someone in the wheelchair:
Depth and Angle Adjustments
1. Loosen the two Cane Bracket
Adjustment Screws and adjust
for desired level of depth and
angle. Only loosen adjustment
screws 3/4 of a turn to slide.
Do not disconnect from the
attached nut.
2. Use reference marks on the
top of the Holster to make
incremental adjustments.
3. Adjust the hardware on both
Cane Brackets before fully
tightening the adjustment
screws.
4.Tighten the two Cane Bracket Adjustment Screws to maintain the adjustment.
Horizontal Shell Bracket
Adjustment
1. Loosen the two Slide Bracket
Screws.
2. Make lateral Shell adjustments.
3. Retighten the screws.
Vertical Shell Bracket
Adjustment
1. Loosen the two screws on each
Shell Bracket.
2. Make vertical shell
adjustments.
3. Retighten the screws.
Adjustment Steps
HORIZONTAL
ADJUSTMENTS:
SLIDE BRACKET
SCREWS
VERTICAL
ADJUSTMENTS:
SHELL BRACKET
SCREWS
CANE BRACKET
ADJUSTMENT
SCREWS

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Seat Depth Adjustment
Seat depth adjustment varies according to the clinical application and the recline angle
of the back. In most cases, Icon Back System hardware allows seat depth to be adjusted
so that the back does not take up seat depth in front of the canes. Icon Back System
hardware also may be installed anterior of the canes in situations where seat depth is
desired for growth. Note: the Icon Back System can be mounted in a rotated position using
the VariLock Slide Braket Kit, ordered seperately. This kit will allow the left or right Slide
Brackets to be mounted in the anterior or posterior position, independently of one another.
Cane Bracket: Anterior
Slide Bracket: Anterior
Trunk Support Surface Range: 1.8 in. anterior of the canes to 3.3
in. anterior of the canes
Measured from front of canes to center of the Shell.
Cushion thickness ranges from 1.25 in to 2.75 in. depending on cushion inflation.
From the BASIC installation, remove the Holsters from the Cane Brackets. Swap the left and
right Cane Brackets and mount them on the wheelchair canes in the anterior position. Mount
the Holsters to the Cane Brackets ensuring that the Slide Caps open rearwards.
EXTRA GROWTH
Cane Bracket: Posterior
Slide Bracket: Anterior
Trunk Support Surface Range: 2.4 in. posterior of the canes to 0.9
in. posterior of the canes
Measured from front of canes to center of the Shell.
Cushion thickness ranges from 1.25 in to 2.75 in. depending on cushion inflation.
BASIC
Cane Bracket: Posterior
Slide Bracket: Posterior
Trunk Support Surface Range: 3.9 in. posterior of the canes to 2.4
in. posterior of the canes
Measured from front of canes to center of the Shell.
Cushion thickness ranges from 1.25 in to 2.75 in. depending on cushion inflation.
From the BASIC installation, remove the left and right Slide Brackets from the Shell Brackets.
Swap the left and right Slide Brackets and reattach them in the posterior position with the
tabs facing up.
EXTRA DEPTH
Cane Bracket: Anterior
Slide Bracket: Posterior
Trunk Support Surface Range: 0.3 in. anterior of the canes to 1.8
in. anterior of the canes
Measured from front of canes to center of the Shell.
Cushion thickness ranges from 1.25 in to 2.75 in. depending on cushion inflation.
From the BASIC installation, remove the Holsters from the Cane Brackets. Swap the left and
right Cane Brackets and mount them on the wheelchair canes in the anterior position. Next,
remove the left and right Slide Brackets from the Shell Brackets. Swap the left and right
Slide Brackets and mount them in the posterior position with the tabs facing up. Mount the
Holsters to the Cane Brackets ensuring that the Slide Caps open rearwards.
GROWTH
Installation Type Configuration

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Operating Instructions
Removing the Icon Back System
1. Depress buttons and slide the left and right Slide Caps open.
2. Grab the top of the shell and lift up until the Slide Bars clear the Holster.
3. Slide the left and right Slide Caps closed, towards the Shell.
Inserting the Icon Back System
1. Depress buttons and slide the left and right Slide Caps open, away from the
Shell.
2. Align the Slide Brackets above the track of the Holsters.
3. Insert the Slide Brackets into the Holsters.
4. Slide the left and right Slide Caps closed, towards the Shell.
Permanent Mount Installation
1. Loosen the left and right Slide Bracket Screws.
2. Install the Permanent Mount Screw using the 3-32 in. hex key through the
Permanent Mount Hole into the Slide Bracket.
3. Tighten the left and right Slide Bracket Screws.

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Inflating Cushion
1. To inflate cushion, remove load from cushion.
2. Open air valve by turning valve counterclockwise.
3. When cushion is fully inflated, close air valve by turning valve clockwise.
Adjusting Cushion
1. To adjust the air level of the VARILITE back support, begin with the cushion fully
inflated and the valve closed.
2. Position wheelchair user securely in wheelchair.
3. Turn the valve counterclockwise to open the valve and release air.
4. Close the valve when the air level that provides the support needed for the
user’s comfort and functionality is reached.
Removing Cushion
1. Pull the cushion up to detach the cover from the Shell.
2. Detach the Handle Flap from the Handle Patch on the inside of the Shell and pull
the Handle Flap through the slot in the Shell.
3. Remove the back cushion from the attached flap on the inside of the cover.
Note: Reverse the steps above to reattach the cushion.
Back Cushion Instructions
Thoracic Supports Instructions
Follow installation instructions provided with theThoracic Support.
If you choose to mount an optional VARILITE PAL™ Swing-Away Lateral or Fixed
thoracic support, you may use the existing slots and drill holes in the Shell.
Note: Although the VARILITE Icon Back
System warranty permits drilling the Shell for
attachment of thoracic, head or other ancillary
supports, these should be installed only by
qualified persons.

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Troubleshooting
The Icon Back System should operate smoothly. The back support should
remove and insert without binding. If the back support binds or seems
“sticky” during removal and insertion, quick and easy adjustments will
correct the situation.
1. Check the back height. Ensure that the Cane Brackets are installed at the same
height and are parallel.
2. Allow the Slide Brackets to self-center. Loosen the left and right Slide Bracket
screws until the Slide Brackets fit loosely and self-center in the Holsters. Tighten
the Slide Bracket Screws.
3. Check the depth adjustment.
Ensure that the depth
adjustment is the same on the
left and right Holsters. Loosen
the top and bottom Cane
Bracket Adjustment Screws a
three-quarter (3/4) turn. While
holding the back system at the
appropriate depth, tighten the
top and bottom adjustment
screws.
4. Check the angle adjustment.
Ensure that the angle
adjustment is the same on the left and right Holsters. Loosen the top Cane
Bracket Adjustment Screws a three-quarter (¾) turn. While holding the back
support at the appropriate angle, tighten the top adjustment screw.
Only loosen the Cane Bracket Screw three-quarter (¾) turn when making
angle or depth adjustments.
Loosening the screw more than a three-quarter (¾) turn will cause it to
disconnect from the nut inside the Holster.
1. ADJUST
WIDTH
2. ADJUST
ANGLE

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LIMITED WARRANTY/LIMITATIONS OF REMEDIES AND LIABILITY
U.S.A. and Canada
Limited Warranty. VARILITE, a division of Cascade Designs, Inc., to the original owner (“Owner”),
under intended use and maintenance, warrants the enclosed product (“Product”) to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for two years from date of purchase of the Product. No
warranty against defects in materials and workmanship will apply if Product is: (i) altered in any way,
except as specifically provided for in product instructions; (ii) used for purposes inconsistent with
Product’s intended purpose or design; or (iii) improperly maintained. Warranty will furthermore be
voided where user: (i) failed to follow Product instructions or warnings; or (ii) subjected Product to
misuse, abuse, or neglect.
During the warranty period, original Product parts determined by VARILITE to be defective in
materials or workmanship will be repaired or replaced as Owner’s sole remedy. VARILITE reserves
the right to replace any discontinued product with a new product of comparable value and function.
A returned product deemed irreparable becomes the property of VARILITE, and will not be returned.
EXCLUDINGTHE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED ABOVE, VARILITE, ITS AFFILIATES ANDTHEIR
SUPPLIERS,TOTHE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MAKE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED, AND DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, DUTIES AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER EXPRESSED,
IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, AGAINST LATENT DEFECTS, FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR CORRESPONDENCETO
DESCRIPTION.
Warranty ServiceTo obtain service under this warranty, the warranty-eligible
Product must be presented to a VARILITE authorized dealer. In the United States and Canada,
warranty service may also be obtained by calling [phone], Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to
4:30 PM Pacific StandardTime. Owner is responsible for all costs associated with returning Product
to VARILITE for service. Where at its sole discretion VARILITE deems Product eligible for warranty
repair or replacement, VARILITE will pay the shipping and handling associated with returning
repaired or replaced Product to Owner. In instances where VARILITE deems a returned product
ineligible for warranty service, VARILITE will, if possible, repair product for a reasonable charge that
includes return shipping and handling.
Limitation of Remedies Should a court of competent jurisdiction find the limited warranty set forth
above
breached, VARILITE’s only obligation will be to, at itsoption, either repair or replace Product. Should
the aforementioned remedy fail of its essential purpose, VARILITE will, in exchange for return of
Product, refund to Owner Product’s original purchase price. THE FOREGOING REMEDY ISTHE SOLE
AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OFTHE PURCHASER AGAINST VARILITE, ITS AFFILIATES ANDTHEIR
SUPPLIERS, REGARDLESS OF LEGALTHEORY.
Limitation of Liability VARILITE’s, its affiliates’ and their suppliers’ maximum liability is limited
to incidental damages not to exceed the original purchase price of the Product. VARILITE, ITS
AFFILIATES ANDTHEIR SUPPLIERS HEREBY DISCLAIM AND EXCLUDE ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY REASON WHATSOEVER. THIS
EXCLUSION AND LIMITATION APPLIESTO ALL LEGALTHEORIES UNDER WHICH DAMAGES MAY BE
SOUGHT, AND WILL APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights; you may have additional rights which vary state
to state.
Always completely follow: safety, use, operation, and maintenance instructions for this or any other
VARILITE product.
European Union customer statutory rights are not affected.
Warranty

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VARILITE
4000 1st Ave. S
Seattle, WA 98134
Phone: [phone]
Toll Free: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Toll Free Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.varilite.com
Customer Service Hours:
Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Contact Information
A Division of Cascade Designs, Inc.
4000 1st Ave. S
Seattle, WA 98134
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.varilite.com
Authorized EU Representative:
Cascade Designs, Limited
Dwyer Road, Midleton, Co. Cork
Republic of Ireland
33-517
Care and Maintenance
•ThealuminumShellcanbecleanedwithsoapandwarmwater.Donot
saturate. Avoid getting water under the edge trim.
•Theself-inatingcushioncanbewipedwithadampcloth.
•Thecushioncovercanberemovedandwashed.Machinewashat140°F
(60°C).Airdry.
•Neverstoreyourbacksupportinconditionsofextremeheatorexposure
to direct sunlight for long periods of time.
•Neverstoresharporheavyobjectsontopofyourbackcushion.
•Onceaweek,leavevalveopenovernight,allowingcushiontofullyinate
in an unloaded state.