○ Immediately remove this product from use when any condition develops that might make operation unsafe. ○ Do not use Rifton components or products for any purpose other than their intended use. ○ Replace or repair components or products that are damaged or appear to be unstable.
Recommended use The Rifton HTS is a Class 1 medical device. The intended use of the HTS is to compensate for disease, injury, or disability by allowing comfortable toileting and showering, and by providing modifi cation for anatomical positioning.
User and item dimensions User dimensions - inches (cm) Z110 small Z120 medium Z130 large Height 30-46 (76-117) 42-56 (106-142) 50-74 (127-188) Key user dimension: height The user’s overall height is a general guide to help you select the appropriate size of HTS.
Check your order Your Rifton HTS has been shipped according to your specifi cations. It will require some tool-free assembly. Follow these instructions to ensure that your product is assembled and used correctly. This product manual is comprehensive, and may discuss features not included in your confi...
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Backrest installation or removal To install the backrest: Tip Figure 7a: the backrest toward the front. Insert the bottom end of the backrest between the latch plates (A) while raising the backrest angle triggers (B). Firmly press down on the backrest while rotating it back towards the fi...
Armrests To attach the armrest, insert the Figure 8a: bottom of the armrest into the oval slots in the side pieces and press down fi rmly until it latches into place. To remove the armrest, squeeze the release button (A) and pull the armrest up. Tip: Armrests of different sizes can be retrofi...
15° forward and Figure 9b 15° back. Casters and stationary feet The casters and stationary rubber feet can be replaced. On non-tilt bases, stationary rubber feet and casters are interchangeable. Contact your Rifton representative for parts kits and instructions.
Caster brakes To apply the brake, step down Figure 10a: on the brake lever (A). To release the brake, raise the lever. Footboard To prevent falls, CAUTION tipping or other injury: Figure 10a • Do not exceed 150 pounds on the footboard.
Mounting bars To prevent falls or WARNING injuries, ensure that the toilet is securely attached to the fl oor and that the seat bolts are in good For elongated toilets condition before attaching the mounting bar. Inspect the toilet stability and seat bolts at regular intervals while the For standard toilets mounting bar is in use.
Accessories Seat and back pads The seat and back pads are removable for cleaning. They are made of durable, closed-cell polyethylene foam. There are three styles of seat Figure 12a: pad. The rear-open pad has a wide opening rear-open rear-closed no-hole which facilitates rear hygiene care.
Butterfl y harness To prevent falls, WARNING strangulation or other injuries: • Tighten the seatbelt portion of the butterfl y harness before tightening the upper straps. Figure 13a • Check fi t of harness after every adjustment. To attach the butterfl y harness, Figure 13a: remove the center section of the seatbelt (A).
Anterior support/tray To prevent falls, WARNING strangulation or other injuries, always use a seatbelt when the tray is in use. The anterior support has a Figure 14a: padded surface for the user to lean against, which provides an excellent, forward- leaning, toileting position with trunk and arms supported by the tray.
Lateral supports Lateral supports are available Figure 15a: with or without a chest strap for secure upper trunk positioning. They may be adjusted separately in height, angle and width using the knob (B) behind the backrest. To attach and/or adjust lateral support (A), loosen knob (B) and insert the key (C) into extrusion (D) at the rear of the backrest.
Hip guides The seat width may be adjusted Figure 16a: with a pair of hip guides that attach onto the armrests. In the fi rst position they reduce the seat width by 2” (5 cm), and in the second position they reduce it by 4”(10 cm). Slide the hip guide onto the armrest with the notch in the hip guide (A) up and back.
Defl ectors The standard defl ector inserts Figure 17a: into the slot on the seat pad with the hollow cup of the defl ector toward the user. Tip: Adding the abductor to the standard defl ector provides stability to the defl ector (see fi gure 17c). Figure 17a standard defl...
Calfrest This option requires the use of a footboard. The calfrest attaches above Figure 18a: the footboard. It should be removed if the footboard is in the top positions. The calfrest attaches to the Figure 18b: footboard uprights. With the padding toward client, wrap the webbing straps around the uprights and engage both Figure 18a...
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Footboard for mounting bar attachment To prevent falls or WARNING other injury: • Ensure that the square metal tubing attaching the footboard to the seat rests on the front edge of the toilet. • Do not stand on footboard for Figure 19a mounting bar attachment.
Portability base with carry-bag To prevent falls and WARNING injuries: • The portable base is intended for travel use only and should not be used as the primary base. Ensure adequate stability when using the portable base. • Check that the two pieces of the frame are fully engaged before attaching the seat.
Operation The Rifton HTS has two main functions: toileting and showering. For toileting, the ideal position Figure 21a: often incorporates forward-leaning of the trunk and a closed hip angle. This can be achieved by angling the backrest slightly forward, adjusting the seat to level or...
Pads can be immersed in water, and smaller pads can be machine washed on a warm setting as needed. Warranty Statement If a Rifton product breaks or fails in service during the fi rst year, we will replace it free of charge.
• Plastic components are injection-molded from a variety of industrial resins. All components are lead free and not made with natural rubber latex. User modifi cations To prevent serious injury or death, do not modify or alter Rifton WARNING products or components, or use Rifton products or components in conjunction with products from other manufacturers.
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Use only replacement parts supplied by Rifton Equipment. We are glad to supply replacement parts. Although Rifton makes every effort to supply correct parts and instructions for repairing or refurbishing your equipment, you are responsible to make sure that the repairs or modifi...
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