R o c k K i n g
®
USER MANUAL
SMT Health Systems, Inc.
1380 Legion Road
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
800-725-7761
www.smths.com
The
Rock King
®
promotes resident satisfaction
and positive outcomes through these unique
features:
Rocking Motion:
The Rock King has a unique rocking feature
that provides soothing comfort to the user which often has a
calming effect. The need for restraints may be eliminated or
reduced. Also, wellness is promoted when rocking by maintaining
good posture and by shifting body weight slightly, thereby reducing
seating pressure.
Tilt-In-Space:
This feature allows you to create a “deep wedge”
by locking the chair in a semi-reclined position; degree of tilt is
approximately 30º. This position is desirable if you are attempting
to reduce “slide out”, seating pressure or concerned about posture.
Height adjustable seat:
This feature is useful in fitting the
chair to the height of the person using it. Most users will be fitted
comfortably in the
low
position. Taller users may require raising
the seat which is easily done by with a ¾ inch socket on the 24-inch
front wheels.
Note:
Lighter weight users may need to adjust
rocking tension by lowering the back casters and raising the front
seat height to facilitate easier rocking. Reverse for heavier users.
Standard Footrests:
Footrests can be vertically adjusted to
accommodate the various positions of the chair (upright or
reclined), and the leg length of the user.
Elevating Legrests (option):
The elevating legrest is designed
to be articulating (telescoping) to help prevent patient “foot drop”
which can occur when foot plates cannot be kept in place
due to
reduction in the knee angle.
Note: Adjustment handles have a
built in ratchet. After tightening pull out to reposition.
Lateral Supports:
For those users requiring lateral support;
side panels are included as part of the standard “kit” package.
Stability:
The wheelbase on the Rock King is 9 inches longer
than a standard wheelchair. This additional length is more than
ample to provide the necessary stability in either the rocking mode
or tilt-in-space position.
Seat Belt (option):
For added security, a seat belt option (Fabric
Safety Strap) may be placed around the waist of the patient and
attached behind the back of the chair with either a buckle (Part
#RY2019Y) or Velcro (Part #2019Y-1) attachment.
The Locking Lever
shown in the
‘neutral’, unlocked
position. This lever
is used to lock the
seat in either an
upright or semi-
reclined, tilt-in-
space position.
