Working Environment; Intellectual Property - Seating Matters Sorrento Operation Manual & Product Specification

WorKing environMent

• Dartex Multi-stretch: Waterproof, stain resistant, flame retardant, multidirectional
stretch for pressure redistribution i.e. seat cushion, calf panels, lateral supports and
seat back.
• Vinyl: Non-absorbent, anti-bacterial, flame retardant, strong, durable material for
outer arms, outside back etc.
Cleaning and Maintenance of Fabrics
• Vinyl: (Arms and outside back) Stain Resistance: Our vinyl is resistant to urine, most
household stains, mild acids/alkalis, drinks and beverages as they are not absorbed
and can be wiped off without any problem or lasting damage. Some difficult
substances such as lipstick, ball point pen ink and food colourings should be cleaned
off immediately to avoid permanent staining.
• Cleaning: To ensure proper cleaning and longevity of the fabrics, the chairs should
be cleaned with warm soapy water followed by a clean water rinse to help retain
the attractive appearance and durability. Heavy, ingrained soiling may be removed
by scrubbing with a soft brush. Strong detergents, solvent cleaners, polishes or
patent chemical cleaners should not be used as they are unnecessary and may cause
embrittlement and cracking of the material. Additional Care – special attention
should be given to head rest and arm rest areas, as build-up of body oils in these
areas will gradually cause the vinyl to harden.
Dartex Multi Stretch Fabric (Patient contact surface)
Properties: This fabric is waterproof, has the ability to be wiped clean and has
biostatic (anti-mycotic) coatings to provide an impenetrable barrier to virus and
bacteria. Superficial dirt may be removed by wiping with a soft cloth moistened
with water containing a neutral detergent. More persistent contamination may be
treated by wiping with alcohols or turpentine substitute, followed by hot water and
detergent. Routine cleaning and disinfection may be carried out on the coating
with hand hot water and a neutral detergent or with a sodium hypochlorite solution
(0.1% or 1000 parts per million available chlorine). The material is compatible with
the 10,000ppm available chlorine in solution required for the decontamination of
blood spills. Excess solution must be removed and the surface thoroughly rinsed
and dried prior to reuse or storage. Proprietary disinfectants may be used provided
manufacturer's instructions are followed. All cleaning agents, and disinfectants, must
be thoroughly rinsed off and the item dried before storage.
Failure to do this may result in damage to the polyurethane coating, react with the
chair frame, or negate the biocompatibility results of the fabric. It is essential that
articles be thoroughly dried after all cleaning procedures and before storage.
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End of Life (Disposal)
Please contact Seating Matters for disposal of your chair at the end of its lifespan.
Batteries may only be disposed of according to your local legal guidelines.
Safety
The SORRENTO™ is CE marked to show conformance to the Medical Devices
Directive 93/42/EEC and conforms to BS ISO 7176 at medium hazard.
Filling materials and covering fabrics meet the requirements for resistance to
cigarette and match ignition in the 1988 safety regulations. Carelessness causes fire.
Regional Variations
The device referred to as a "Sorrento™" is a Seating Matters product category and
the information included in this document reflects common features of this group
of products. In some regions of the world, we supply product design variations
of equivalent function and ease-of-use but with alternative specifications or
reinforcements.

inteLLeCtUaL property

Seating Matters are at the forefront of seating research and design, therefore we
take the protection of our intellectual property very seriously and have our designs,
patents and trademarks protected in many jurisdictions throughout the world.
• US Design Patent: No. 601360S, No. D611718; No. 600932, No. D602704S.
• Australian Design Registration: No. 325536, No. 324011, No. 325537, No. 324012.
• Community Design Registration: No. 001016364-002, No. 000942180-0004,No.
002428813-0001, No. 001016364-001, No. 012673018.
• Canadian Design Registration: No. 130224, No. 128763, No. 130217, No. 128764.
• The Seating Matters Trademark is registered throughout the European Union and
various countries globally.
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