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INDIGO
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Codes 11114 - 11225

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  • Page 1 7/17 INDIGO INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Codes 11114 - 11225...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS PAGE 1.0 INTRODUCTION 2.0 ILLUSTRATION OF YOUR INDIGO SEATING SYSTEM PRODUCT CODES REFERENCE TABLE 2.2 TECHNICAL DATA 3.0 FOR YOUR SAFETY 4.0 UNPACKING YOUR INDIGO SEATING SYSTEM 5.0 SETTING UP AND ADJUSTING YOUR INDIGO SEATING SYSTEM 5.1 SEAT ADJUSTMENTS 5.1.1 DEPTH 5.1.2 HEIGHT 5.1.3 TILT 5.2 ARMRESTS 5.2.1 HEIGHT 5.2.2 ROTATION 5.3 BACK ADJUSTMENTS 5.3.1 BACK RECLINE 5.3.2 HEIGHT 5.3.3 BACK LUMBAR PROMPT 5.3.4 THORACIC SUPPORT USER OPERATED BRAKE SYSTEM 5.4.1 USER OPERATION 5.4.2 CARER OPERATION 5.4.3 BRAKE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT 5.5 PELVIC LAP STRAP 6.0 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES – FITMENT AND ADJUSTMENT HEAD REST 6.1.1 FITMENT 6.1.2 HEADREST HEIGHT 6.1.3 HEADREST DEPTH AND ANGLE 6.1.4 HEADREST PROFILE/SHAPE 6.2 FLIP UP FOOT REST 6.2.1 FITMENT 6.2.2 HEIGHT 6.3 POMMEL 6.3.1 FITMENT 7.0 CARE & MAINTENANCE 7.1 DAILY CHECKS 7.2 ANNUAL SERVICE 7.3 NOMINAL SERVICE LIFE 7.4 EXTENDING NOMINAL SERVICE LIFE 7.5 DOCUMENTATION/RECORDS...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    1.0 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the IndiGO seating system from Smirthwaite. The IndiGO seating system has been designed for use by teenagers who have mild to moderate postural management needs. It has been styled to enhance inclusivity into modern environments, and is particularly suitable for use by children who attend mainstream school on a periodic basis.
  • Page 4: Illustration Of Your Indigo Seating System

    2.0 ILLUSTRATION OF YOUR INDIGO SEATING SYSTEM A. Backrest E. Arm rest (may differ as of serial no. B. Seat 118817 C. Castors, with brakes F. Lumbar prompt D. Brake lever G. Thoracic support H. Lap strap IndiGO ...
  • Page 5: Product Codes Reference Table

    2.1 PRODUCT CODES REFERENCE TABLE Back Style Colour Size 3 Size 4 Size 5 Low Black 11113 11114 11115 Low Blue 11123 11124 11125 High Black 11213 11214 11215 High Blue 11223 11224 11225 2.2 TECHNICAL DATA Dimension Size 3 Size 4 Size 5 Seat height from floor (mm) 490-650 490-650 490-650 Seat tilt (Supine-Prone) 87-100 87-100 87-100 Seat depth range (mm) 340-420 340-420 390-470...
  • Page 6: For Your Safety

    3.0 FOR YOUR SAFETY STOP! Please read these instructions CAREFULLY and THOROUGHLY. Always lock the castors when attaching items, or making adjustments. There are two methods to lock the brakes on the IndiGO chair: 1) Push the brake lever downwards to simultaneously apply the brake to all four castors, or 2) Apply foot to point (A); to unlock, apply foot to point (B) on each individual castor § The user should NOT be left unattended whilst in the product. Always ensure a responsible therapist or carer is in attendance § The carer should be familiar with the methods of adjustment and have completed all adjustments appropriately to meet the needs of the child before transferring the child onto the product §...
  • Page 7 § DO NOT fit parts or accessories of other manufacturers to this product unless authorized to do so in writing by Smirthwaite Ltd. Failure to follow these instructions will not only invalidate the guarantee but could make the chair dangerous to use. Smirthwaite Ltd will not accept liability for any injury or damage incurred through such malpractices. Any repairs required must be carried out by Smirthwaite Ltd authorized personnel LAP STRAPS & HARNESSES SAFETY NOTICE Lap straps and harnesses must be appropriate and safe for the user and the users clothing.
  • Page 8: Unpacking Your Indigo Seating System

    4.0 UNPACKING YOUR INDIGO SEATING SYSTEM STOP! If in any doubt, ALWAYS seek ADVICE. Always turn hand wheels, levers and screws clockwise to tighten or anti-clockwise to loosen. § When delivered the product will be supplied with the back rest (J) removed. § Unwind lever (K) and insert back rest (J) into the back mechanism (L) – ensure it is inserted fully. § Tighten lever (K) to secure the back rest (J) into place. IndiGO ...
  • Page 9 § If you have specified accessories at the time of order, your IndiGO may be supplied with these factory fitted. § Alternatively, please refer to Section 6.0 for details of how to fit and adjust your accessories prior to use STOP! If you believe this product to be faulty – DO NOT USE Contact: Smirthwaite Ltd T: +44 (0)1626 835552 F: +44 (0)1626 835428 E: info@smirthwaite.co.uk IndiGO ...
  • Page 10: Setting Up And Adjusting Your Indigo Seating System

    5.0 SETTING UP AND ADJUSTING YOUR INDIGO SEATING SYSTEM STOP! If in any doubt, ALWAYS seek ADVICE. Always turn hand wheels, levers and screws clockwise to tighten or anti- clockwise to loosen. 5.1 SEAT ADJUSTMENTS 3 adjustments can be made to the seat; depth, height and tilt. 5.1.1 DEPTH To move seat forwards or backwards § Loosen the 3 hand wheels on the underside of the seat (1). § Slide seat to desired position. § Ideally allow 25mm gap between the back of knee and the edge of the seat. § Tighten the 3 hand wheels securely (1). IndiGO ...
  • Page 11: Height

    5.1.2 HEIGHT To raise or lower the seat: § To raise the seat height, lift the hand lever (2) on the right hand-side of the seat and allow the seat to rise under the gas assist – in order for the seat to rise, the user weight must be removed. § To lower the seat height, lift the hand lever (2) whilst sat in the seat and release the lever once at the desired height setting.
  • Page 12: Armrests

    5.2 ARMRESTS 5.2.1 HEIGHT To raise or lower the armrests: § Press and hold button (4). § Slide armrests to desired position. § Release button (4) to lock. § Repeat on opposite side, as necessary 5.2.2 ROTATION To swing the armrest away for ease of transfer: § Press and hold button (5). § Rotate armrest rearwards. § To restore the armrest to the vertical position, simply swing forward. § There should be a ‘click’ to indicate the armrest is now locked in the vertical position. ARMREST UP ARMREST DOWN IndiGO ...
  • Page 13: Back Adjustments

    5.3 BACK ADJUSTMENTS 5.3.1 BACK RECLINE (ANGLE) To set the angle: § Lift the hand lever (6) to unlock the tilt mechanism. § Adjust the back recline to the desired angle. Lock the hand lever (6) to secure the back into the desired position. § BACK RECLINE – 105 IndiGO ...
  • Page 14: Height

    5.3.2 HEIGHT To raise the backrest: § Loosen lever (7) found on rear of seat by turning anti-clockwise § Lift the backrest to the desired height; there are a series of back height ‘steps’ that be selected. To lower the backrest: § Raise the backrest by lifting to the maximum setting; the backrest will then slide to the minimum setting, permitting reselection of the desired height.
  • Page 15: Back Lumbar Prompt

    5.3.3 BACK LUMBAR PROMPT To set the lumbar: § Insert the hex key into the adjustment socket (8) and turn clockwise or anti-clockwise to set the depth of lumbar support required for your client’s need. 5.3.4 THORACIC SUPPORT To set the level of thoracic support: § Insert the hex key into the adjustment sockets (9) and turn clockwise or anti-clockwise to set the angle of thoracic support required for your client’s need. § Each thoracic support can be adjusted independently. IndiGO ...
  • Page 16: User Operated Brake System

    5.4 USER OPERATED BRAKE SYSTEM 5.4.1 USER OPERATION § To apply the brakes, simply push the lever (10) downwards § The brakes can then be locked in the ‘on’ position by parking the lever – simply push the lever away from the seat cushion when it has reached its fully downward position. § To release the brakes, pull the lever toward the seat to release from its park position. § The lever is sprung-loaded; once it is released it will automatically return to its top position IndiGO ...
  • Page 17: Carer Operation

    5.4.2 CARER OPERATION § The IndiGO has been designed to permit any of the castors to be independently applied or released by a carer, using each individual castor foot pedal § If the user is having difficulty operating the brake system, check that the brake pedal on each castor is in the ‘unbraked’ position as shown below (A) IMPORTANT! If the user is having difficulty operating the brake system, check that the brake pedal on each castor is in the ‘unbraked’ position 5.4.3 BRAKE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT § Adjustment of the brake mechanism is possible by rotating the adjustment knob (11) that can be found underneath the seat cushion (circled below). § The IndiGO will be supplied pre-adjusted for optimum; adjustment is only needed if the mechanism performance degrades over long term use. IndiGO ...
  • Page 18: Pelvic Lap Strap

    5.5 PELVIC LAP STRAP § The IndiGO is supplied with a 2 point pelvic padded lap strap as standard. § The buckle is secured by pushing the male plug (A) into the female receiver (B) § To release the buckle, press both sides of the male plug § To alter the length of the pelvic strap, simply adjust the amount of strap that is fed through the cam-lock fasteners, which are located under the seat base at the rear (12). LOOSEN TIGHTEN OPEN CAMLOCK FEED STRAP THROUGH TO ADJUST CLOSE TO SECURE IndiGO ...
  • Page 19: Optional Accessories - Fitment And Adjustment

    6.0 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES – FITMENT AND ADJUSTMENT Product Code Item HT028 Flat head rest HT029 Multi grip head rest PL035 Pommel FR055 Flip-up footrest IndiGO ...
  • Page 20: Head Rest

    6.1 HEAD REST 6.1.1 FITMENT § Insert the head rest stem into the socket located on the rear of the seat back (16) § Take the M6 x 20mm screw (17) and washer (18) and insert the screw through aperture (19) and into the head rest stem to secure in place 6.1.2 HEADREST HEIGHT § Loosen the M6 x 20mm screw (17) and slide the head rest to desired height § Tighten the M6 x 20mm screw (17) to secure in place 6.1.3 HEADREST DEPTH AND ANGLE To change the depth or angle of the headrest: § Loosen the two lever locks (20). § Slide/angle the headrest to desired position. § Tighten the two lever locks (20) to lock. IndiGO ...
  • Page 21: Headrest Profile/Shape

    6.1.4 HEADREST PROFILE/SHAPE – (MULTI GRIP HEAD REST ONLY) To alter the profile (shape) of the headrest: § Locate and unzip the cover of the headrest. § Using the hex key, loosen the bolts that secure the individual headrest elements (21). § Position/shape the headrest elements to suit your client’s needs. § Tighten the headrest elements (21) to lock into the desired profile (shape). § Zip the cover shut on the headrest to complete. IndiGO ...
  • Page 22: Flip Up Foot Rest

    6.2 FLIP UP FOOT REST 6.2.1 FITMENT § The foot rest assembly is attached to the underside of the seat base by 6 screws (M6 x 16mm). Four of these will already be fitted to the underside of the seat by the factory. § Using the hex key provided, ensure the four screws fitted to the underside of the seat are loose and then offer up the foot rest. § Slide the foot rest assembly forward to engage with the four screws and then tighten to secure into place. § Insert two further screws (22) at the rear to finish the assembly IndiGO ...
  • Page 23: Height

    6.2.2 HEIGHT To raise the foot rest height: § The footrest assembly can be adjusted for height position by loosening the lever (23). § Ensure lever (23) is securely tightened before using the chair. Each foot plate can be stored vertically (flipped up) to aid transfer in and out of the § Indigo. IndiGO ...
  • Page 24: Pommel

    6.3 POMMEL 6.3.1 FITMENT § Insert the Pommel through the slot on the front face of the seat (24) and secure in place on the underside of the chair using the grip knob (25) IndiGO ...
  • Page 25: Care & Maintenance

    7.0 CARE AND MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT! CLEANING IS RECOMMENDED ON A REGULAR BASIS § Clean metal parts and upholstery with a damp cloth and mild detergent § Do not soak or immerse the product in water § Store the product in a cool dry place and out of direct sunlight § DO NOT use bleach, solvents, abrasives, synthetic detergents, wax polishes, antibacterial sprays or wipes § For further information please refer to your regional healthcare cleaning guidelines 7.1 DAILY CHECKS Check for signs of wear, tear or damage § Check for missing parts § Check that all screws are present and tighten correctly, and are not cross-threaded or § damaged Check all straps for fraying, and that buckles are not missing/damaged § § Check that the castors run freely and the brakes on each castor function correctly Check that the high-low gas strut feature operates correctly §...
  • Page 26: Annual Service

    7.3 NOMINAL SERVICE LIFE Your product has a nominal service life of 12 years, during which full post-sales support will be available with regard to spares and servicing. 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. STOP! If the product has been out of use for an extended period of time (6 months or more) it should always be serviced prior to being re- issued.
  • Page 27: Extending Nominal Service Life

    7.4 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. We will continue to provide full support beyond the nominal service life provided the following conditions are met: 1.
  • Page 28 § We recommend an inspection/service by a Smirthwaite service engineer (or Smirthwaite trained engineer) whenever a significant change is made to product configuration to ensure the product is safe to use. If in any doubt, ALWAYS seek ADVICE IMPORTANT REMINDER! DO NOT fit parts or accessories of other manufacturers to this product unless authorized to do so in writing by Smirthwaite. Any servicing or repairs required must be carried out by Smirthwaite (or a Smirthwaite trained engineer). If you believe this product to be faulty – DO NOT USE Contact: Smirthwaite Ltd T: +44 (0)1626 835552 F: +44 (0)1626 835428 E: info@smirthwaite.co.uk If in any doubt, ALWAYS seek ADVICE. IndiGO ...
  • Page 29: Warranty & Service

    8.0 WARRANTY & SERVICE Smirthwaite Ltd 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. If a fault develops during the period, please call Customer Services by email or telephone 01626 835552 who will advise you on the best course of action. Possible action may be for us to arrange to send out one of our Service Engineers, or have the goods returned to us. Should a repair not be possible within the guarantee period we will replace the product for new or nearest equivalent product. In the unlikely event that we cannot repair or exchange we will refund in full. This warranty is for the UK only. The warranty excludes faults due to accident, neglect, misuse, not following the Instructions and normal wear and tear. This warranty is in addition...
  • Page 30: Continuous Improvement

    9.0 CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT Smirthwaite is committed to continuous improvement of their product range. Should you have any suggestions or comments please contact our product design department, using info@smirthwaite.co.uk Smirthwaite reserves the right to change the specification or material without prior notice. For catalogues, help and further information on our products please contact us at: Smirthwaite Ltd 16 Wentworth Road Heathfield Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 6TL T: +44 (0)1626 835552 F: +44 (0)1626 835428 E: info@smirthwaite.co.uk IndiGO ...
  • Page 31: Service Inspection

    10.0 SERVICE INSPECTION 10.1 Product Information Model: Size: Date of Manufacture: Serial Number: Final Inspection: 10.2 Service & inspection record form: Date Procedure Service Personnel IndiGO ...
  • Page 32 Smirthwaite, 16 Wentworth Road, Heathfield, Newton Abbot, Devon.TQ12 6TL T: +44 (0) 1626 835552 F: +44 (0) 1626 835428 E: enquiries@smirthwaite.co.uk www.smirthwaite.co.uk IndiGO ...

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