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USER GUIDE 4.0

MAINTENANCE

 OF THE FLEXI SEAT SYSTEM

To make sure that the Flexi Seat remains satisfactory it is necessary to carry out simple 

maintenance.

4.1. CLEANING THE FLEXI SEAT SYSTEM

During

• 

 use the Flexi Seat will require cleaning. This can be done by simply applying a 

warm damp cloth with a mild detergent to the inside surface of the seat to remove any 

soiling and towel dry. 

Note:

 The covers/pads 

MUST

 be removed prior to any cleaning 

of the seat.
If

• 

 the Flexi Seat remains slightly damp simply leave for a short period at room 

temperature to dry.
The

• 

 inner Foam pads on the Flexi Seat are made from an open cell foam, which will 

absorb water. 

DO NOT

 get these excessively wet as the foam will be a problem to dry.

The

• 

 cushion foam is sealed in a special water proof clear plastic protective skin 

which although waterproof  is air permeable to assist daily management. Under no 

circumstances is the clear protective skin to be removed as the foam will have no 

protection against contamination and will need to be replaced. If the plastic skin 

becomes seriously damaged contact SOS immediately. To clean the cushion pad, 

simply wipe down with mild detergent and a damp cloth and towel dry and leave at 

room temperature to dry thoroughly. Under no circumstances use excessive heat to try 

to dry the foam as this could damage the protective skin.

DO

• 

 NOT PUT THE FLEXI SEAT NEXT TO A HOT FIRE OR USE EXCESSIVE HEAT 

TO DRY AS EXCESSIVE HEAT COULD AFFECT THE COMPONENTS OF THE 

SEAT.
DO

• 

 NOT USE SCOURERS OR CAUSTIC SUBSTANCES SUCH AS BLEACH

Summary of Contents for FLEXI-SEAT

Page 1: ...USER S MANUAL ALL USER S OF THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE AWARE OF THIS DOCUMENT AND ITS CONTENT ISSUE 1 FLEXI SEAT SEATING SYSTEM By CLASS 1 DEVICE...

Page 2: ...ing System Kg User Manual Reference Item Tick if supplied No of Items Supplied Page Section Flexi Seat Pommel Abductor Pads Fixed Lat Supp Full Hip guides Adj Armrests Adj Headrest Adj Footrest Seatin...

Page 3: ...i Seat 12 2 2 Client Straps Harnesses 13 2 3 Footrest Adjustment 13 3 0 User s Guide Adjustments of the Flexi Seat 3 1 Adjustment Location Points 14 3 2 Adjusting the Backrest Height Angle 15 3 3 Adju...

Page 4: ...Seat and wheelchair should be tested for stability with the client seated in the equipment for more details regarding stability of wheelchair and seating systems see page 5 As with most Seating System...

Page 5: ...eviewed by the Special Seating Clinic at least once a year This may be done automatically by your District Wheelchair Service If a client has had a Flexi Seat over 12 months it is recommended that you...

Page 6: ...t seated in the seating system and all equipment to be used by the client on a daily basis when in the wheelchair in situ The combined client Seating System and wheelchair assembly is tested to the sp...

Page 7: ...owing user information is intended to give guidance to users of SOS Seating Systems regarding the use of the equipment during transportation All SOS Seating Systems are prescribed via Special Seating...

Page 8: ...ts Do not place hang any additional items onto the wheelchair during transportation such as shopping bags and holdalls Trays should be removed for transportation whenever possible If it is necessary f...

Page 9: ...buses unless an occupant restraint system is in place on the client For any client to be transported safely in the Seating System and wheelchair it is essential that an Occupant Restraint System be us...

Page 10: ...n the list of Wheelchair Restraint System Manufacturers in this booklet will be happy to advise on this matter see below W T O R S MANUFACTURERS Below are details of some Wheelchair Tie down and Occup...

Page 11: ...e that the front of the interface frame locates into stops as shown Fig 1 1a Lower the back of the seat into the wheelchair until the interface locates into the rear catches as shown and it clicks int...

Page 12: ...or jammed by the Flexi Seat during placement into an electric wheelchair 1 4 MAINTAINING THE WHEELCHAIRS It is important that the wheelchair manufacturers guidelines for maintenance are carried out Un...

Page 13: ...avoid the straps becoming trapped under the client when seated When using the hoist make sure that you follow the hoist manufacturers instructions regarding correct use On lowering the client into th...

Page 14: ...harness as illustrated in the diagram opposite at X 2 3 FOOTREST ADJUSTMENT It is recommended that feet be supported on the foot supports provided to ensure that the client is seated with optimum com...

Page 15: ...1b View on side of seat Fig 3 1c View on underside of seat 3 1 ADJUSTMENT LOCATION POINTS Hip Width Knee Width Armrest Width Footbox Depth Lat Pad Width Height Headrest Height Seat Depth Seat Depth A...

Page 16: ...de Adjust the backrest to the required angle and re tighten the two screws Fig 3 2b If the back cushion is tight this can be manually pushed pulled to the desired position Fig 3 2a Fig 3 2b 3 3 BASE L...

Page 17: ...5b 3 5 LAT PAD HEIGHT WIDTH ADJUSTMENT The lateral pads will automatically raise lower with the backrest but can also be further adjusted on there own Undo the knob Fig 3 5a raise lower the lateral pa...

Page 18: ...e excessively wet as the foam will be a problem to dry The cushion foam is sealed in a special water proof clear plastic protective skin which although waterproof is air permeable to assist daily mana...

Page 19: ...amp cloth with a mild detergent DO NOT USE POLISH 4 4 VISUAL INSPECTION Every 3 4 weeks check the condition of the Flexi Seat and wheelchair if you notice any faults or broken parts please notify your...

Page 20: ...Seat was originally supplied If any adjustments need to be carried out this can be done by releasing the locking knobs and adjusted for height Fig 5 1a and depth Fig 5 1b re tighten locking knobs whe...

Page 21: ...or height Fig 5 2b reach Fig 5 2c and angle Fig 5 2d If the Flexi Seat has been set up for use with the standard wheelchair footrests then these will be adjusted correctly when the equipment is handed...

Page 22: ...dth Fig 5 3d this can be carried out this can be done by releasing the locking knobs and adjusting them to the required position and re tightening the locking knobs when finished If the Flexi Seat has...

Page 23: ...For any goods requiring repair or attention after the guaranteed period then assessment can be made as to the cost of the work required to effect the repair On acceptance of this quotation the work wi...

Page 24: ...0044 0 1283 520400 Fax 0044 0 1283 520401 E mail enquiries specialorthotic com Web www specialisedorthoticservices co uk If you require further copies of this handout or require further details relat...

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