User Manual - Invacare Matrx PS User Manual

Invacare® Matrx® PS
1.1 General information
This user manual contains important information about the handling
of the product. In order to ensure safety when using the product,
read the user manual carefully and follow the safety instructions. For
further information contact Invacare® in your country (addresses see
back page of this manual).
1.2 Symbols in this user manual
In this User Manual warnings are indicated by symbols. The warning
symbols are accompanied by a heading that indicates the severity of
the danger.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not
avoided could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not
avoided could result in product damage, minor injury
or both.
IMPORTANT
Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided
could result in damage to the product.
Gives useful tips, recommendations and information
for efficient, trouble-free use.
This product complies with the directive 93/42/EEC
for medical products. The launch date for this product
is specified in the CE declaration of conformity.
Manufacturer
1.3 Warranty
We provide a manufacturer's warranty in accordance with our
General Terms and Conditions of Business in the respective countries.
Guarantee claims can only be made through the provider from whom
the appliance was obtained.
1.4 Compliance
Quality is fundamental to the company's operation, working within
the disciplines of ISO 13485 and ISO 9001.
This product features the CE mark, in compliance with the Medical
Device Directive 93/42/EEC Class 1.
Invacare® is continuously working towards ensuring that the
company's impact on the environment, locally and globally, is reduced
to a minimum. We use only REACH compliant materials and
components.
The foam and cover used to manufacture the product are fire safety
tested and certified in accordance with EN 1021–1 & –2.
For further information please contact Invacare® in your country
(addresses see back page of this manual).
1.5 Intended use
The Invacare Matrx PS is designed to provide superior positioning,
stability and comfort. Normal use is defined by Invacare as when the
product is placed without additional covers or padding between the
user and the support surface.
1.6 Product description
The Invacare® Matrx® PS cushion is designed to provide skin
protection and positioning for individuals at moderate to high risk
of skin breakdown. The Invacare® Matrx® PS cushion features
an anatomically contoured shape with a unique waffled ischial relief
recess and an innovative reversible outer cover. Our standard outer
cover utilizes a unique reversible Startex™Fabric, which provides
two unique cover options to satisfy your needs in terms of comfort
and aesthetics. This specially designed, reversible stretch fabric outer
cover may be installed with either the knitted surface exposed or with
the smooth surface exposed. An non-reversible Kidabra fabric cover
is also available for paediatric users. This optional Kidabra cover is
available on all our paeditric cushion sizes. All outer cover options
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are moisture resistant and breathable. The inner cover is moisture
resistant to protect the foam.
2 Safety
2.1 Safety information
WARNING!
– Do not use this product or any available optional
equipment without first completely reading and
understanding the user manual supplied. Invacare®
product manuals are available on your local Invacare
website or at your local dealer. If you are unable
to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions
please contact a health care professional, dealer or
technical personnel before attempting to use this
equipment – otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
WARNING!
Invacare® products are specifically designed and
manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare®
accessories. Accessories designed by other
manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare® and are
not recommended for use with Invacare® products.
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in this document is subject
to change without notice.
– Check all parts for shipping damage and test before
using.
– In case of damage, do not use.
– Contact Invacare® / Carrier for further instructions.
2.2 Symbols on the product
Refer to user manual
CE conform
Tumble dry low heat
Do not dry clean
3 Setup
3.1 Installing the cushion
1. Remove all packaging before installation.
2. Ensure the desired side of the outer cover is exposed. Refer to
section "Reversing the outer cover" below.
3. Position the cushion so the material identification tags (not
shown) face the rear.
4. Align the hook and loop strips (not shown) on the bottom of the
cushion with those on the wheelchair seat.
5. In the event that the wheelchair seat and PS Cushion have
matching loop strips, install the four double hook strips (provided
separately) at each of the intersection points on the wheelchair
seat to secure the cushion in place.
6. Position the cushion onto the wheelchair as far back as possible.
7. Press down to ensure the hook and loop strips are firmly engaged.
Do not bleach
Do not iron
Machine wash
temperature max.
60°
60 °C
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