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FOOTRESTS (IF SUPPLIED)
Footrests are supplied separately to the main commode. Please examine your footrests for any
visible damage before use. If you see any damage or suspect a fault, please contact your supplier
immediately.
In this case, please do not use your product as it may compromise your safety.
1. Remove the commode footrests from their packaging
2. You will see on each of the front legs of the commode main frame about 150 mm high from the
castor 2 retaining lugs either side
3. Take the footrests and align the holes in the inverted ‘U’ section with the lugs and lower down into
place.
4. Rotate the footrests towards the commode so that they clip into place.
USE OF THE COMMODE
When moving always lift the commode by placing you hands on the tubular metal frame beneath the
blow moulded seat.
• Do not allow children or unauthorised persons to play with or use the commode.
• Do not rock back and forth or sideways when using the commode as this will cause excessive stress
and possible damage and failure which may cause injury.
• Do not use the commode outside the home or on uneven surfaces (such as in the garden) as this
will cause stress to the legs and possible damage which may cause injury. It is not intended as a
wheelchair.
• Do not place fingers or foreign objects into any of the exposed tubular sections as this can lead to
serious injury.
• When operating the brake mechanism, do not stamp on the lever as this may cause damage to the
mechanism and possible failure.
• Not for use in the shower. Dry immediately if the Linton becomes wet.
CLEANING
A useful guide to decontamination is MHRA leaflet DB2003(06).
Do not use abrasive cleaners as this could damage the surface of the equipment. For cleaning,
wipe with a clean cloth soaked in detergent solution and wring out. Depending on the detergent
manufacturer’s instructions the solution may be heated.
Wipe all surfaces of the equipment and the cloth should be re-immersed periodically and the detergent
changed frequently. The detergent should be rinsed or wiped off using a clean cloth immersed in clean
water and wrung out.
To disinfect make sure the equipment has been cleaned and dried and then wipe over with a clean
cloth and a compatible liquid disinfectant. After disinfecting clean with clean water and dry.
When using detergent or disinfectants then please refer to manufacturers’ instructions and if unsure
then consult your local Infection Control Specialist for advice.
This equipment can be cleaned/disinfected by moist heat at 80ºC for a minimum of 10 minutes or
autoclaved at 80ºC for at least 10 minutes. After cleaning or disinfecting dry and treat all joints with a
water dispersing agent, e.g. WD40.
COMPOSITION
The frame is made from chromium-plated mild steel. You must not, under any circumstances, use any
abrasive cleaners or cleaners which attack chromium plating.
COMMODE BUCKET
To remove the commode bucket, simply slide the bucket out from the chrome runners at the rear of
the commode. Cover the top of the bucket to avoid splashing, carefully dispose of the contents into a
proper sluice or WC.
Never use an open drain, sink or basin. This could cause a serious health risk.
Clean out the residue with a suitable disinfectant and refit to the commode after use.
