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ADULT SIZES

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TESS BACK COMPONENTS 

Trunk Side Support

Clamps

Mounting Bracket

Centre Panel Cover

Side Adjuster Bracket

ADUL

TS

Tess 

Back 

Size

Select 

Option

Back 

Height

Tess Back Width Range

Select Lateral Height 

and Depth

Max 

Bracket 

Distance

Bracket 

Type

Min

Max

12”

300

210 (8.3”)

290 (11.4”)

210 x 150

245

Single

340

245 (9.6”)

305 (12”)

260 x 150

260 x 200

240

Double

440

240 (9.4”)

300 (11.8”)

300 x 150

300 x 200

280

Double

14”

240

270 (10.6”)

335 (13.2”)

260 x 150

260 x 200

330

Double

300

255 (10”)

315 (12.4”)

300 x 150

300 x 200

310

Double

340

260 (10.2”)

340 (13.4”)

390 x 150

390 x 200

300

Double

16”

240

320 (12.6”)

390 (15.4”)

260 x 150

260 x 200

380

Double

300

325 (12.8”)

390 (15.4”)

300 x 150

300 x 200

355

Double

340

335 (13.3”)

415 (16.3”)

390 x 150

390 x 200

355

Double

18”

240

375 (14.8”)

445 (17.5”)

260 x 150

260 x 200

430

Double

300

370 (14.6”)

450 (17.7”)

300 x 150

300 x 200

400

Double

340

370 (14.6”)

470 (18.5”)

390 x 150

390 x 200

410

Double

20”

240

410 (16.1”)

480 (18.9”)

260 x 150

260 x 200

475

Double

300

390 (15.4”)

480 (18.9”)

300 x 150

300 x 200

455

Double

340

410 (16.1”)

520 (20.5”)

390 x 150

390 x 200

455

Double

(Dimension tol-10mm)

CERTIFICATION

The TESS BACK has been tested and certified to conform to ISO 16840-3:2006.

Always consult an experienced seating practitioner before selecting a device 
and be sure to check that the device was correctly specified for the user’s 
measurements and needs. Always use an appropriate pressure care cushion in 
conjunction with your TESS BACK. Contact Shonaquip to find out more.

CAUTION

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Summary of Contents for tessBack

Page 1: ...ein New Ottery Road Ottery 7808 Tel 27 21 797 8239 Email info ShonaquipSE org za For more information on this product and any others in our range visit www ShonaquipSE org za User Manual How to tess c...

Page 2: ...Kids Sizes Adults Sizes Certification TESS BACK Components Box Contents Attachment of Clamps Height Adjustment Width Adjustment Angle Depth Adjustment Fitting Removing Maintenance Spares Warranty 3 4...

Page 3: ...mote healthy development of the pelvis and spine in children and to help prevent pelvis and spinal deviations in adults Please enquire about our Seat Cushions for more details Tel 27 21 797 8239 Email...

Page 4: ...8 390 15 4 300 x 150 300 x 200 355 Double 340 335 13 3 415 16 3 390 x 150 390 x 200 355 Double 18 240 375 14 8 445 17 5 260 x 150 260 x 200 430 Double 300 370 14 6 450 17 7 300 x 150 300 x 200 400 Do...

Page 5: ...additional 25mm back post clamp set can be ordered KIDS 8 12 inch use a single clamp ADULT 12 20 use double clamps 5mm Allen Key Always consult an experienced seating practitioner before adjustments t...

Page 6: ...5mm allen key Fit the clamp around the back post keep the clasp at the back in place and fit the pin in the front as shown Secure it all with the bolt Make sure the bolt faces outwards ensuring that...

Page 7: ...ys make sure to check that there is at least a two finger 30mm gap between the user s armpit axilla and the top of the TESS BACK trunk side support The height of the backrest can be adjusted by loosen...

Page 8: ...TESS BACK is correct for the user s trunk Place the user back in the wheelchair FINAL STEP Tighten the clamp bolts again once this position has been determined If the user is self propelling check th...

Page 9: ...d and the assistance of someone offering support in the front the trunk side supports can be positioned into place on either side of the user s trunk Tighten these bolts when the appropriate support h...

Page 10: ...an experienced seating practitioner before adjustments to the seating are made 10mm Spanner kids sizes 8 12 Addtional 13mm Spanner for Adult sizes 12 20 STEP 1 LOOSEN THE BOLTS Loosen the 4x bolts loc...

Page 11: ...hind the pins REMOVAL Removal is the reverse of fitting Lift up and pull out TESS BACK correctly set up and fitted on chair FINAL STEP CHECK FITMENT WITH USER Retighten the bolts and check fitment wit...

Page 12: ...er 13mm spanner additional for adult sizes 5mm Allen key After inspecting the TESS BACK repair or replace broken or lost parts as soon as possible to avoid more serious damage Remember to also keep th...

Page 13: ...covers on CHECK UPS SERVICING Clinical check ups along with servicing the TESS BACK and wheelchair are recommended at least every 2 3 months This will ensure that correct alignment of the user is mai...

Page 14: ...cts throughout the life of the product given normal use and reasonable wear and tear Warranty is provided on the TESS BACK for a period of 1 year from date of issue Date of issue of TESS BACK ________...

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