Permobil ROHO Hybrid Elite, Operation Manual

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ROHO Hybrid Elite Cushion Operation Manual

Cushion Setup

Warnings:

 -

DO NOT use a product that is underinflated or overinflated, because 1) the product benefits will be reduced or eliminated, resulting in an 

increased risk to skin and other soft tissue, and 2) the individual may become unstable and vulnerable to falling. Carefully follow the instructions 

for inflation, placement and hand check. If the product does not appear to be holding air, or if you are not able to inflate or deflate the product, 

see “Troubleshooting”. Immediately contact the equipment provider, distributor, or Customer Support if the problem persists. 

 - When possible, use hook and loop fasteners to further secure the cushion to the seating surface. Hook fasteners are available upon request.
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After setting up the cushion the first time, perform a hand check frequently, at least once a day. When the cushion is used by a different individual 

or in a different wheelchair, repeat cushion setup. Follow the hand check instructions in this manual. 

IMPORTANT! 

For dual compartment cushions, repeat all steps for both valves.

Inflate, cover, and transfer. 

1

Inflate

: Open the cover flap. For the Heavy Duty Cover, open the zipper.

a. 

Slide the hand pump nozzle over the inflation valve. Open the inflation valve. Inflate the 

cushion until all of the air cells feel firm. 

b. 

Close the inflation valve until it comes to a stop. Remove the hand pump. Make sure the 

inflation valve is closed. 

Note: To open, turn the inflation valve at least one full rotation. The inflation valve will spin 

freely when open.  

Close

Open

2

Cover:

 Make sure the cover is correctly installed. Refer to the instructions provided with 

the cover and the "Cover Removal and Replacement" section in this manual. 

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

3

Transfer: 

a. Place the cushion on the wheelchair with the air cells facing up and the non-skid surface 

of the cover facing down. The symbol on the cover showing the seated figure may be 

used to help orient cushion. (Fig.1) 

b. The individual should transfer to the wheelchair and sit in their usual sitting position. 

Confirm that the boniest prominences are supported by the air cells. The inflation valve 

should be in the front, on the left side of the seated individual. (Fig. 2)

Perform a hand check.

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To perform a hand check, use the width of your fingers to check the amount of air in the cushion. When the cushion 

has the correct amount of air*, the individual is both immersed in the cushion and supported by air:
a. Slide your hand between the air cells and the individual, and feel for the lowest bony prominences. 

Suggestion: To 

help locate the bony prominences while performing a hand check, lift and lower the leg. 

b. Refer to the Hand Check Guide below to adjust the cushion. 

* The recommended 

distance between 

the lowest bony 

prominence and the 

hard surface is

½ - 1 in. (1.5 - 2.5 cm).

HAND CHECK GUIDE

IMPORTANT! 

For dual compartment cushions, check both compartments.

UNDERINFLATED!
Not able to move fingers. 
Not enough air in the 

cushion. 

Risk: Not supported by air.

OVERINFLATED!
Can move fingers too freely. 
Too much air in the cushion. 

Risk: Not immersed in the 

cushion.

CORRECT AMOUNT OF 

AIR!

Able to slightly move fingers. 

Immersed in the cushion and 

supported by air.

If the cushion is UNDERINFLATED: 

Add some air. Close the inflation valve. 

Perform a hand check again. Repeat until the 

cushion has the correct amount of air. 

If the cushion is OVERINFLATED:

Remove some air. Close the inflation valve. 

Perform a hand check again. Repeat until the 

cushion has the correct amount of air. 

If the cushion has the CORRECT 

AMOUNT OF AIR, it is ready to use.

Warning: 

Make sure there is at least 

½ in. (1.5cm) of air supporting the 

individual's lowest bony prominences.