1.0 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Smirthwaite Hip Spica Chair. The range of Hip Spica chairs have been specifically designed for children from the age of 8 months who have congenital abnormalities of the lower limbs and require supportive seating.
DO NOT fit parts or accessories of other manufacturers to this product unless authorised to do so in writing by G&S Smirthwaite Ltd. Failure to follow these instructions will not only invalidate the guarantee but could make the chair dangerous to use.
Finally, fit the tray to the tray arms by rotating the toggles underneath the tray to secure in position. If any part is loose, damaged or functioning incorrectly – do not use until rectified. STOP! If you believe this product to be faulty – DO NOT USE Hip Spica...
Ensure each handwheel is tight after adjustment and before placing the child in the chair By setting the front of the seat higher or lower than the rear, the seat angle can be adjusted. Hip Spica...
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5.1.5 PELVIC STRAP The strap is secured by pressing the two Velcro sections together and is released by pulling the sections apart When Velcro straps are used, the Velcro should overlap by at least 75mm (3 inches). Hip Spica...
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The rear of the seat can be reclined by loosening the handwheel (D) found on each side of the chair and then adjusting the back to the desired recline angle, as illustrated below. Ensure each handwheel is tightened prior to use. Hip Spica...
The user should not be seated while the checks are carried out. 6.2 SERVICE INTERVAL The Multi Adjustable Hip Spica Chair should be serviced every 3 years. Servicing must only be undertaken by a Smirthwaite service engineer, or by a Smirthwaite trained representative.
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Product service life has been determined based upon the design complexity of product, and the anticipated exposure to normal use. Good practice dictates all Smirthwaite products have been designed and manufactured to high levels of safety and quality, and will meet requirements of normal use when maintained in line with our servicing recommendations.
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6.4 EXTENDING NOMINAL SERVICE LIFE At Smirthwaite we are proud to produce products that have a reputation for quality and durability. We believe our products have the potential to provide benefits to our clients beyond the nominal service life documented above.
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DO NOT fit parts or accessories of other manufacturers to this product unless authorized to do so in writing by G&S Smirthwaite Ltd. Any servicing or repairs required must be carried out by G&S Smirthwaite Ltd (or a Smirthwaite trained engineer).
7.0 GUARANTEE & SERVICE Smirthwaite warrants the products detailed on your order to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 2 years from date of delivery. Possible action may be for us to arrange to send out one of our Service Engineers, or have the goods returned to us.
9.0 WARRANTY & AFTERSALE 9.1 Product Information Model Size Date of Manufacture Serial Number Final Inspection 9.2 Service & inspection record form: Date Procedure Service Personnel Hip Spica...
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