KIRTON Florien II, User Manual

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9. Care and Maintenance

Every time the chair is used, check for signs of damage or excessive wear and tear. 
If the chair displays signs of excessive wear and tear take out of service immediately and contact Direct Healthcare Group Customer 

Care Team on 

Freephone 0800 043 0881

, or your local retailer, for advice about repair and refurbishment.

WARNING 

 Failure to repair damage or wear and tear could put the occupant at risk of injury.

9.1. Service Life

The service life of the chair in normal daily use is 10 years. The framework, excluding castors and consumables, is warranted for  

10 years. Upholstery and other consumables which are warranted for 12 months, such as castors, may need to be replaced within 

this time frame.
It is recommended that the chair is inspected by a trained service technician every year, to ensure safe operation of the product 

(refer to 2. Warranty Guidelines).

9.2. Periodic Checks

The chair should be checked every time it is used for signs of damage or excessive wear and tear to ensure safe and reliable 

operation.
Monthly checks should include, but are not limited to: 
•  Any damage to the cables or adjustment levers.
•  Any loose or detached parts. 
•  Check castors for damage and a build-up of fluff and dirt particles.
•  Any damage to the fabric of the chair including any soiling of the fabrics.
If any damage is present, STOP using the chair, and contact Direct Healthcare Group Customer Care Team on  

Freephone 0800 043 0881 

or your local retailer for further advice on repair and refurbishment.

9.3. Cleaning 

The chair should be kept clean to preserve the life and appearance of the chair.
Regular cleaning is essential to minimise risk of cross infection between users and carers particularly in a multi-user healthcare 

environment.

WARNING 

 Check the chair for correct functioning after cleaning.

9.3.1. Frame Cleaning

The metal framework of the chair can be cleaned with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. 

IMPORTANT 

Cleaning with scouring pads is not recommended.

9.3.2. Upholstery Cleaning

IMPORTANT 

 To reduce the risk of infection transmission to the carer, always use protective gloves when decontaminating  

and cleaning the chair.