WhisperGLIDE Swing Location Considerations User manual

AMERICAÕS FINEST THERAPEUTIC SWINGS
USER GUIDE
Swing Location Considerations
•Accessibility
•Attractive Location
•Surface Requirements
•Indoor Placement Considerations
•Wheelchair Space Requirements
•Schematics (Drawings)

Use Inside or Outside
This guide reviews swing location considerations and
requirements for an adequate site for your swing(s).
There are many different aspects to consider in order
to make the best swinging experience, aspects such as
accessibility, visibility, and environment. The site require-
ment dimensions given here are recommendations for
optimal swing use, and safe entry and exit.
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ACCESSIBILITY
Look for a location which will maximize the opportunities
for the greatest number of residents.
This will have a considerable impact on the use of your
Whisper GLIDE swing(s).
•Avisible location will help generate interest from
residents, volunteers, and visitors. Consider a location
that is near “high traffic” areas of your facility.
•If you are placing a swing outdoors, a location that is
near an easy-access door may facilitate the desire to
use the swing.
ATTRACTIVE LOCATION
Flowers, fountains, trees, and gardens can enhance the
overall enjoyment of the Whisper GLIDE for residents,
families, volunteers and staff.
PA G E T W O
SURFACE REQUIREMENTS
The surface should be made of cement (concrete),
brick, patio blocks or wood. It must be hard for
anchoring the swing legs and lock-up receptacles
(via hardened cement screws included with the swing).
Check your local building codes regarding aspects such
as thickness of the cement, subsurface underlayment
(such as gravel, sand, limestone), etc.
The surface must be level. This ensures proper,
smooth swinging action. Placing the swing on a surface
that is not level may cause structural damage to your
swing and will void your warranty.
INDOOR PLACEMENT CONSIDERATIONS
Space requirements for indoors are the same as
outdoors. Other points to consider:
•Ensure you have proper distance from any
sprinklers (check with fire marshal, if necessary).
•If desired you can move the swing at a later date.
You will see some small holes, where the swing legs and
lock-up receptacles were anchored. Fill in these holes.
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USER GUIDE: Swing Location Considerations

When not in use, the wheelchair accessible model uses a
space approximately 7' wide, 8' long, and 7' 4" high.
Additional space is needed for two primary reasons.
•To ensure adequate space to safely enter and exit from a
flat surface (after transferring from a walker) and space to
enter the wheelchair models near the wheelchair ramp.
•To ensure adequate space for movement
around the swing refer to the following
schematics to determine space options.
Wheelchair Accessible Swing
Figures 1A & 1B
Reference of swing overall dimensions
Figure 2
Maximum space –
ample access on sides
Figure 3
Maximum space –adjacent to
sidewalk, ample access on sides
Figure 4
Optional space –adjacent to
sidewalk, reduced access on sides
Figure 5
Optional space –perpendicular to
sidewalk, ample access on sides
Figures 1A & 1B –
Wheelchair Accessible Swing
Reference of overall dimensions
This figure shows the wheelchair ramp
in a lowered position. Except during entry
and exit, the ramp should always remain
in the raised position.
Wheelchair Swing Space Requirements
PAGE THREE
Wheelchair
Ramp

Figure 2 –
Wheelchair Accessible Swing
Maximum space – ample access on sides
Pad size 13' x 18'
Wheelchair Swing Space Requirements - Maximum Space
PAGE FOUR
Wheelchair
Ramp

Figure 3 –
Wheelchair Accessible Swing
Maximum space – adjacent to sidewalk,
ample access on sides
Pad size 11' x 18'
Wheelchair Swing Space Requirements – Maximum Space
PAGE FIVE
Wheelchair
Ramp
Sidewalk
along
Swing

Figure 4 –
Wheelchair Accessible Swing
Optional space – adjacent to sidewalk,
reduced access on sides
Pad size 10' x 17'
Wheelchair Swing Space Requirements – Optional Space
PAGE SIX
Wheelchair
Ramp
Sidewalk
along
Swing

Figure 5 –
Wheelchair Accessible Swing
Optional space – perpendicular to sidewalk,
ample access on sides
Pad size 13' x 14'
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Wheelchair Swing Space Requirements – Optional Space
PAGE SEVEN
Wheelchair
Ramp
Sidewalk
Leading
to Swing
Ramp