UI SmartSeat iss01, 03/2013
Structural Maintenance
Do not attempt to carry out any structural maintenance or adjustment of the chair
or its accessories without consulting CareFlex.
Motorised Chairs
For motorised chairs, regularly charge the batteries as per the earlier instructions.
Guidelines for safe operation;
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Please take the time to familiarise yourself with all the aspects of the chair and
its functions before using the chair
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Do not ‘ride’ on the push handles or subject them to excessive loads
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Do not sit on the legrest or subject it to excessive loads
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Do not attempt to stand on the footplate
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Do not tip the chair backwards to ascend steps or overcome thresholds,
especially if a client is sat in the chair
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Always ensure that the client’s feet do not drag on the ground when the chair is
moved by elevating the legrest to lift their feet off the floor
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Always ensure that there are no obstructions under the chair and that there is
plenty of space around the chair before using the Tilt-in-Space facility
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Always apply at least two brakes when the client is transferred to or from the
chair
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Always try to avoid storing or using the chair in areas where it may obstruct exits
or passageways
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The SmartSeat chair must never be used in motor vehicles for client
transportation
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Do not charge the chair’s batteries when a client is sat in the chair (motorised
versions)
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Do not move the chair if the charging lead is connected between the chair and
mains power supply (motorised versions)
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