Using The Pediatric Compact Joystick; Using The Sip-N-Puff - Invacare LiNX DLX-REM400 User Manual

Invacare® LiNX

5.17.5 Using the Pediatric Compact Joystick

Driving
1. Deflect joystick from neutral position to drive in desired
direction.
For more information about driving, refer to 5.5 Proportional
driving mode, page 39.
Changing function cards
Refer to 5.2 Navigating through user function cards, page 28
for more information about changing the function cards.
For difference between function card and profile,
refer to chapter 3.2.3 User Function Card Overview,
page 11.
For operating the powered seating functions, refer to 5.15.1
Through Seating Cards, page 54.
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5.17.6 Using the Sip-N-Puff

CAUTION!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Improper mounting or maintenance of the
Sip-N-Puff control including the mouthpiece and
breath tube may cause injury or damage.
Water inside the Sip-N-Puff interface module may
cause damage to the unit.
Excessive saliva residue in the mouthpiece can
reduce performance.
Blockages, a clogged saliva trap or air leaks in
the system may cause Sip-N-Puff not to function
properly.
– Ensure moving parts of the wheelchair,
including the operation of powered seating, DO
NOT pinch or damage the Sip-N-Puff tubing.
– Saliva trap MUST be installed to reduce risk of
water or saliva entering the Sip-N-Puff interface
module.
– Flush the mouthpiece and the breath tube at
least twice a week with warm running water.
Disinfect with oral rinse after cleaning.
– The mouthpiece MUST be completely dry
before installation.
– If Sip-N-Puff does not function properly, inspect
system for blockages, clogged saliva trap or
air leaks. As necessary, replace mouthpiece,
breath tube and saliva trap.
For further maintenance and cleaning instructions,
see 6 Maintenance, page 100 .
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