Permobil BodiLink, Operation Manual

BodiLink Medial Knee/Thigh Support User Guide & Manual

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WARNINGS: 

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DO NOT expose the product to high heat, open flames, 

or hot ashes.

-  Avoid sharp objects. DO NOT modify this product. 

Doing so will void its warranty and may lead to 

personal injury or alter the effectiveness of the product 

by increasing the risk factors for skin breakdown and/

or instability. 

-  You must READ and FOLLOW all instructions, notes, 

and warnings included in this manual. Understanding 

how to care for your product is the key to safe and 

proper use. Share this information with all caretakers 

to help them meet your healthcare needs and ensure 

your safety. 

-  Permobil cannot be held responsible for damages or 

injury due to misuse of the product or failure to follow 

instructions provided in this manual. Please contact 

us if you require further assistance in understanding 

cautions, warnings, or instructions for using or 

maintaining your product. 

-  Installing alternate parts to your wheelchair may 

change the intended structure and function of the 

equipment. Be sure to assess the need for additional 

safety features for your wheelchair, such as anti-tip 

bars or other available options in order to maintain 

stability during use. Use this manual in conjunction 

with the user manual that came with your wheelchair 

to ensure safety guidelines are being met.

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During the first few hours of use, a healthcare 

professional should be available to observe skin 

condition and assess the likelihood of skin breakdown. 

During regular use, periodically check for skin 

discoloration and/or irritation. If discoloration should 

occur and not disappear after 30 minutes of non-use, 

discontinue use and consult with your healthcare 

provider immediately.

-  Never use the equipment unless all components are 

fully functional. For information on assistance with any 

issues, refer to the “Warranty” section in this manual. 

-  This product is designed for the intended user and 

intended use only. Any modifications could potentially 

endanger the user and cause discomfort or damage. 

WARNINGS: 

-  When possible, DO NOT use during transport. 

Repeated or excessive force (braking or crash) could 

potentially change adjustment or cause extra wear, 

shortening the life of the product. DO NOT use the 

equipment if it has been in a crash. 

-  Caregivers: It is necessary to learn from a healthcare 

provider how to properly adjust the equipment for the 

user’s specific positioning needs and goals. 

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Never use the equipment to maneuver a wheelchair 

or anything that it is attached to. It is never to be used 

as a handle, lift, guide, or support for anything other 

than what it was intended. DO NOT use any BodiLink 

Supports to transfer in or out of the wheelchair. 

BodiLink Supports are not designed to support the full 

weight of the user. 

-  DO NOT place anything in between the user and 

the product. Additional materials may reduce the 

effectiveness of the product and increase risk factors 

for skin breakdown and instability. 

-  INTERFERENCE: Ensure that the product does not 

interfere with any other wheelchair components. 

Interference could jeopardize effectiveness and user 

safety as well as cause damage.

-  ATTENTION! Make sure that the equipment is securely 

mounted to a wheelchair system and is adjusted 

properly each time it is in use. Check all hardware for 

wear, breakage, and tightness weekly. Re-tighten loose 

screws/bolts following the instructions in this manual. 

DO NOT continue to use the equipment if any part 

cannot be tightened or is broken. 

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Unless otherwise specified, fasteners should be 

tightened to 9.6 Nm (85 lb-in).

CAUTIONS: 

-  Check packaging and inspect all parts for damage 

before use. DO NOT USE if damaged. Check regularly 

for loose components and tighten as necessary. For 

information on assistance with damaged parts, refer to 

the “Warranty” section in this manual.

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Never use a cover other than one intended for your 

specific product and size.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION