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Showerbuddy SB1 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Showerbuddy Owners Manual elimination through innovation...
  • Page 2 WARNING – Included in this packaging and fitted to the Showerbuddy chair are small parts, plastic wrap and polystyrene packing that could be dangerous to children under 5.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Exploded Parts ............... 3 Parts List ................ 4 Showerbuddy Assembly ..........Bridge Support Bracket ..........10 Showerbuddy Setup ............Showerbuddy Operation ..........17 Cleaning + Maintenance ..........Safety Information ............Warranty Information ............23 Registration Form ............26 SB1 ShowerBuddy...

  • Page 4: Exploded Parts

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  • Page 5: Parts List

    Foot Rest Grips Bridge Tongue (Short) Height Adjustment Tube (Front) Latch Height Adjustment Tube (Rear) Shower Track Tube Washer (25mm) Height Adjustment Tubes (Shower Track) Fixing Knob Suction Cups Securing Clip (Large) Securing Clip (Small) Bridge Support Bracket SB1 ShowerBuddy page 4...
  • Page 6 The clip pins secure the chair back frame in position. NOTE - To remove the seat back press the clip pins in and slide the seat back out of the seat base. page 5 SB1 ShowerBuddy...
  • Page 7 To unlock the armrest slide the armrest lock away from the armrest. To lock the armrest slide the armrest lock towards the armrest. NOTE - The armrest locks should always be used when the armrests aren’t in the swing- away position. SB1 ShowerBuddy page 6...
  • Page 8 Firmly press the cushion into position so that the 4 locating lugs are securely located in the connectors. NOTE - To remove the cushion, carefully remove one lug at a time from the connectors until all 4 locating lugs are removed. page 7 SB1 ShowerBuddy...
  • Page 9 1 small securing clip. NOTE - Each height adjustment hole raises the shower track 1”. - Check to ensure all securing clips are fully inserted. Ensure all suction cups are aligned at the same height. SB1 ShowerBuddy page 8...
  • Page 10 Slide the chest belt through the 2 attachment loops on the back rest. Before use adjust the length of the chest belt to suit the user. page 9 SB1 ShowerBuddy...

  • Page 11: Bridge Support Bracket

    Do not fully tight the knobs yet. Repeat this process for both brackets so that there is a bracket on both sides of the bridge. SB1 ShowerBuddy page 10...
  • Page 12 NOTE - Each height adjustment hole raises the bridge track 1 inch (25mm). - Check to ensure all securing clips are fully inserted. - Ensure both height adjustment tubes are aligned at the same height. page 11 SB1 ShowerBuddy...
  • Page 13 Do this while the wheeled base, bridge and shower base are all connected if possible. Then adjust the height of the bridge height adjustment tubes up or down so that the bridge is level with the wheeled base and shower base track. SB1 ShowerBuddy page 12...
  • Page 14 NOTE - Each height adjustment hole raises the wheeled track 1”. - Check to ensure all securing clips are fully inserted. - Ensure all castor wheels are aligned at the same height. page 13 SB1 ShowerBuddy...
  • Page 15 Firmly push the tongues on the bridge into the shower base so the secondary brakes are pushed out of the way. Secure the bridge to the shower base using the 2 latches on the top of the bridge track. SB1 ShowerBuddy page 14...
  • Page 16 2 latches on the top of the bridge track. step 6 The wheeled base, bridge and shower base should now be securely connected together using the latches. Before continuing with the setup it is important to ensure that the tracks are level horizontally. page 15 SB1 ShowerBuddy...
  • Page 17 After fixing the discs to the shower base, locate the suction cups on the discs and firmly press downwards on the shower base to ensure the suction cups securely hold the shower base in position. SB1 ShowerBuddy page 16...
  • Page 18 1 Wheel your Showerbuddy to your shower. Securely attach the bridge to the shower base using the latches. Next securely at- tach the bridge to the wheeled base using the latches. NOTE - Ensure all latches securely ‘snap’ into the locked position.
  • Page 19 3 With your Showerbuddy assembled you are now ready to transfer the chair into the shower. Lift and hold the primary brake lever located on the right side of your Showerbuddy to release the chair. Once the chair has begun transferring you can release the primary brake lever.
  • Page 20 5 With your Showerbuddy secured in position on the shower base remove the bridge and wheeled base. Release the latches which connect the bridge to the shower base and roll the wheeled base and bridge away. If space is limited release the latches on the bridge to remove the bridge from the wheeled base.
  • Page 21 7 Rotate the chair so that you can connect the bridge to transfer your showerbuddy back to the wheeled base. Reconnect the bridge to the wheeled base and secure in position with the latches then reconnect the bridge to the shower and secure in position with the latches.
  • Page 22 9 Ensure the primary brake securely locks your Showerbuddy in position on the wheeled base before disconnecting the bridge. Unlock the brakes on the castor wheels. Release the latches which connect the bridge to the wheeled base and roll the wheeled base away.
  • Page 23 Contact your local waste disposal agency or authorized dealer of rehab equipment for information on proper disposal of the chair, packaging, metal frame components, plastic components and other materials. SB1 ShowerBuddy page 22...

  • Page 24: Cleaning + Maintenance

    + maintenance It is recommended that your shower chair is serviced annually by your Showerbuddy Dealer or an authorised, competent service agent, in addition: 1. Regularly inspect all parts of the chair for defects. Any defective part should be removed promptly.
  • Page 25 It is important that the user(s), and/or the caregivers of the user(s), learn how to safely operate the Showerbuddy shower chair. The following must be read before use of the Showerbuddy shower chair to ensure the safe operation of your Showerbuddy shower chair: The User(s) Manual must be read and understood before using the Showerbuddy shower chair.
  • Page 26 A slippery floor can be caused by dust, water, soap or any substance that doesn’t Transfers should never be attempted with the Showerbuddy allow the tires (tyres) to grip. shower chair positioned on slippery surfaces since the wheel locks can only prevent the wheels from rotating.
  • Page 27 WARNING! It is not allowed to lift the wheelchair up by gripping the footrests or armrests! We recommend to detach footrests before lifting the chair p age 26 SB1 ShowerBuddy...

  • Page 28: Warranty Information

    - Do not return the unit to Showerbuddy without first obtaining a Return Authorization Number from Customer Service - A defective unit must be shipped to Showerbuddy within 14 days of issuance of a Return Authorization Number by Customer Service...
  • Page 29 Our Responsibilities - Showerbuddy’s sole responsibility is to repair or replace, at our discretion, the covered components of the unit. This is the exclusive remedy for consequential or incidental damages. - Upon pre-approval, Showerbuddy may provide exchange services for Warranty returns.
  • Page 30 29 SB1 ShowerBuddy...

  • Page 31: Registration Form

    Register your Showerbuddy Thank you for purchasing a Showerbuddy product!! About You Salutation Name First Last Your Date of Birth Month Year Address Street Address City State / Province Zip / Postal Code Country Phone Email About Your Product...
  • Page 32 Phone: (877) 7MY-BUDDY (769-2833) Fax: (888) 312-3645 For all Other Countries Warranties www.showerchairs.co/resources/register-product Register online at: Or you can email it to us. Showerbuddy Global Limited PO Box 494 Waikanae 5250 New Zealand Email: info@showerbuddy.co.nz Phone: (+64) 21 449-806 page 31...
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  • Page 35 All ShowerBuddy products are CE, TUV, ISO9001 and TGA (Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing Therapeutic Goods Administration) certified. Copyright © 2014 by Showerbuddy Global Limited, PO Box 494, Waikanae, 5250, New Zealand. e: info@showerbuddy.co.nz, t: +64 21 449 806.