Comfort-Tilt
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1.1
Before First Use WARNING
Broda wheelchairs are considered ready to use after purchaser inspection, functional testing, and
when all training requirements have been met by qualified caregivers after receipt of wheelchair.
Some assembly might be required. If the wheelchair does not appear to be in
“ready to use”
condition upon receipt, immediately contact your supplier and do not put the wheelchair into
service until after your concerns have been resolved.
This manual must be read thoroughly by the caregiver(s) directl
y responsible for the patient’s
nursing care before the wheelchair is put into service. This manual must also be read thoroughly
by new caregivers, prior to the first time a new caregiver operates or moves the wheelchair, once
the wheelchair
has been put into service. The patient’s family members, who share some of the
responsibility
for the patient’s care, are considered a caregiver only after they have read this
manual, received instruction on the wheelchair
’s safe use by a professional caregiver, and a
caregiver directly responsible for the patient’s care has given their approval.
The wheelchair must be visually inspected for damage, missing parts, and loose fittings
(fasteners) prior to first use or testing the wheelchair
’s functions. Functional testing must be
successfully completed after visual inspection and before first use. These obligations apply both
to the first use of the wheelchair and to all subsequent uses.
An in-service on the operation and safety issues, as described in this manual, must be given to
the patient’s caregivers prior to its first use.
1.2
Application WARNING
The Broda Comfort Tilt Manual Wheelchair will be primarily used, but not limited for use by
residents in a Nursing Home or institutional setting. The suitability and application of a BRODA
wheelchair is to be determined by a professional caregiver who is familiar with the seating needs
of the patient using the wheelchair. Any other use of the wheelchair is excluded from possible
liability claims and may void the warranty.
The Comfort Tilt is not to be used in the shower. Use in the shower will void the warranty.
Broda does not recommend that the user of this chair be transported in vehicles while in the
wheelchair and that appropriate seating in vehicles is provided for the user as made available by
the auto industry. Broda does not recommend or endorse any wheelchair transportation system.
The wheelchairs are not explosion resistant and may only be used where there are no
inflammable gases or liquids present such as anesthetics or petroleum-based cleaners
The Broda Comfort Tilt Wheelchair is designed for use with suitable aftermarket accessories,
such as seat cushions and backs. Replacement parts for original chairs should be specific Broda
replacement parts.
1.3
Legal Restrictions WARNING
Broda wheelchairs may only be used as described in this manual and with proper regard for
recognized healthcare and work place safety and accident prevention practices.
The wheelchair may only be moved or operated by caregivers or family members who can
guarantee its correct operation because they have read and fully understand this manual and the
safety issues discussed herein
