The User Instructions
The purpose of the following user
instructions is to provide a guide on how to
utilise, adjust and maintain the Sovereign
chair.
These instructions should be read by all
those involved with the supervision of the
user and/or the care of the chair before use.
Please retain these instructions with the
Care and Maintenance card enclosed for
future reference.
Using the Sovereign Chair
The Sovereign chairs are manufactured to
a standard pattern with or without
accessories.
Ideally all options and accessories should
be ordered at the time of manufacture, this
is essential if D-Rings for lap-belts and
pelvic positioners are needed as well as
laminated trays with velcro as these cannot
be added post purchase.
The user should
always
sit down gently
into the chair. The arms are strong enough
to push on to raise to standing but the arms
should not be sat on.
Wheels
The Sovereign is fitted with 75mm wheels
that are braked at the rear of the chair.
•
To
apply
the brakes, press down on
the front edge of the ridged area on
each wheel. The brakes should be
applied during all transfer operations
and when the chair is stationary.
•
To
unlock
the brakes, push down the
top edge of the ridged area on each
wheel until it is level with the rest of
the wheel.
•
Always check the wheels are
not
locked before moving the chair.
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Optional Accessories
Sliding Footrest
The sliding footrest (on chairs fitted with
castors) is designed to support the user’s
feet when moving the occupied chair. It is
also useful for users where the seat height
may be too high.
•
To
use
, pull the footrest forward fully.
To retract:
•
Push
the footrest back fully, before
transferring to or from the chair.
Do not stand or place undue weight on
the footrest.
Tray
A large laminated tray, ideal for various
activities, sits across the arms and is held
securely in place by velcro, fitted to the
arms of the chair.
•
To
attach
the tray, position it with
sufficient space between it and the
user, ensuring movement is not
restricted.
•
When the desired, comfortable
position is achieved, attach the tray to
the velcro.
Lap-Belt
The Lap-Belt helps to position the user in
the back of the chair. It is essential that the
fixings for the Lap-Belt be fitted at time of
manufacture as these cannot be added
post purchase.
NOTE: Please refer to Lap-Belt User
Instructions enclosed for further
information.
