UI HydroCare. iss1 06/11
Important Safety Information
• Please take the time to familiarise yourself with all the aspects of the chair and its functions before
using the chair.
• Do not ‘ride’ on the push handles or subject them to excessive loads
• Do not sit on the legrest or subject it to excessive loads
• Do not attempt to stand on the footplate.
• Do not tip the chair backwards to ascend steps or overcome thresholds, especially if a client is sat in
the chair.
• Always ensure that the client’s feet do not drag on the ground when the chair is moved by positioning
their feet on the sliding footplate.
• Always ensure that there are no obstructions under the chair and that there is plenty of space around
the chair before using the back angle recline facility.
• Always apply at least two brakes when the client is transferred to or from the chair.
• Always try to avoid storing or using the chair in areas where it may obstruct exits or passageways.
• The HydroCare must never be used in motor vehicles for client transportation.
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Care & Maintenance
• Every time it is used, check the chair over for signs of damage or excessive wear. If the chair shows
signs of excessive wear, damage or incorrect performance, please take it out of service immediately
and contact CareFlex .
• If the client is experiencing severe discomfort, do not use the chair. Take it out of service immediately
and contact CareFlex or your local CareFlex Distributor.
• The chair is upholstered in high quality material which is waterproof and
fi
re retardant. However, do
not store or use the chair in damp or wet areas.
• Do not attempt to carry out any structural maintenance or adjustment of the chair or its accessories
without consulting CareFlex.
• Refer to the CareFlex Fabric Guide for the appropriate cleaning instructions for the material in which
the chair is upholstered.
CareFlex Ltd. Unit 1, Templer House, King Charles Business Park, Old Newton Road, Heath
fi
eld, Devon. TQ12 6UT.
Tel: 01626 831440 www.care
fl
ex.co.uk
