About Seating Matters Product description What is the intended use of the product? Product features Safety instructions User guide and operating instructions Accessories Working environment Maintenance Phoenix Instruction Manual ™...
Seating Matters was established by the tierney family. together with Martina and other therapists, clinicians, engineers and designers, seating Matters have designed the world’s leading range of specialist chairs for those in the nursing and care environments. Martina continues to research seating to find new answers to seating challenges and educate audiences throughout the world on her findings.
Patient lift, reducing moving and handling significantly. the removable arms allow width adjustment and also facilitate side transfers. the Phoenix™ arm height, seat depth and width and foot board height and angle are all fully adjustable...
It is used in rehabilitation and also for clients with progressive conditions. Its adjustability allows greater comfort for the Patient and adaptability to their changing needs. for those who require support in the upper body or have a challenging head position, the Phoenix ™...
PrOduct features the Phoenix™ can have the option of a manual or powered tilt mechanism and elevating leg rest. select models can also have the option of a manual reclining back.the electric system allows the Patients’ position to be changed with a reduced moving and handling risk. It also...
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WIdth seat overall WIdth WIdth arM heIght hIgh 765 mm MedIuM 740 mm 715 mm Phoenix Instruction Manual ™...
InstructIons Must be read and understood before the Product May be used. • When the Phoenix is not in transit, all the braking castors on the product must ™ be engaged to prevent risk of injury when being used.
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Patient. • Only a competent person should make adjustments to this chair. • If in doubt as to any of the adjustments, feel free to contact Seating Matters on +1 (905) 507 9007 or info@seatingmatters.com asseMbly and InstallatIon guIde •...
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The Patient using this chair must not exceed the maximum Patient weight specified for that chair. Please refer to your seating Matters provider for further details. IP Rating, power supply, AC/DC Voltage range and settings can be provided upon request.
• This product should not be lifted at any time unless by competent persons trained in such manual handling • Please call your Seating Matters provider if you have any questions on these points. Phoenix Instruction Manual ™...
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tilt in space back angle adjustment head rest adjustment shoulder support adjustment adjustable Wing knob spring Plunger seat belt loops (fig.2) BAcK Angle AdJUStMent: • (available on certain models) to recline the back of the chair, the user must inform the Patient then stand behind the chair and with two hands, firmly hold the push handle while closing the release lever (fig.
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When replacing the arms ensure the thumb screws are tightened back on to the chair, ensure the thumb again to hold the arm in position. screws are tightened against the frame of the arm. Phoenix Instruction Manual ™...
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Manual lever to elevate leg rest foot board (fig.4) • leg elevAtion: before changing the angle of the elevating leg rest, the user or Patient must ensure there are no objects in the immediate environment that could obstruct the leg rest elevation or come into contact with the Patients’...
PhoenIx chaIr can be enhanced by the addItIon of several accessorIes and oPtIons. • SeAt cUShion: the seat cushion on the Phoenix is a waterproof, pressure ™ reducing breathable medium foam cushion can be added for pressure relief and comfort in the chair.
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(fig.2) • PoSitioning BeltS: the seating Matters two point belt is only to be used for positioning in accordance with facilitator in accordance with facility or local regulations. Adjust the belt to the desired length. Clip the two metal ends of the belt onto the two seat belt loops on the hardware of the chair.
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Arm cover Arm Support Seat cushion cover (fig.6) Accessories www.seatingmatters.com...
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Ensure the tray is in a comfortable and safe position for the Patient. Monitor and check regularly in accordance with facility or local regulations regarding the use of the tray. tray tray clips (fig.7) Phoenix Instruction Manual ™...
WorkIng envIronMent dArtex MUlti-Stretch: Waterproof, stain resistant, flame retardant, • multidirectional stretch for pressure relieving situations – i.e. seat cushion and seat back. • vinyl: Non-absorbent, anti-bacterial, flame retardant, strong, durable material for outer arms, outside back etc. cleanIng and MaIntenance of fabrIcs •...
Matters approved provider for any running repairs and maintenance. MAintenAnce carry out the following regular checks to ensure the operation and safety of the chair. If you are in any doubt about the functioning of your chair contact your seating Matters approved provider immediately. dAily •...
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If the problem still remains contact your seating Matters approved provider. Frame: check the visible parts of the frame for cracks, splits, large dents or other damage. If you find any of these things DO NOT USE. Contact your Seating Matters approved provider immediately.
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vieW Our full ranGe of chairS & accessOries Online... www.SeatinGmatterS.com...
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Manufactured and distributed by: Seating Matters ltd. limavady n ireland Bt49 9Jg +4428 777 666 24 info@seatingmatters.com Seating Matters ltd. 38, 450 Matheson Blvd e, Mississauga, on, canada, l4Z 1r5 +1 (905) 507 9007 info@seatingmatters.com...
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