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- Page 1 Owners Manual ShowerBuddy SB6c & SB6w...
- Page 2 WARNING – Included in this packaging and fitted to the Showerbuddy chair are small parts, plastic wrap and polystyrene packing that could be dangerous to children under 5.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Page Exploded Parts Parts List Chair Assembly Chair Operation Accessories 24” Wheel Kit Back Rest Safety Restraint Lateral Supports Seat Cushion options Cleaning and Maintenance Safety Instructions Warranty Information This Shower Chair is a Class 1 Medical Device designed to support people with disabilities or users with reduced mobility during toileting and showering. -
Page 4: Exploded Parts
Exploded Parts 500-042 SB6c ONLY 500-296 SB6 Roll-in Shower Chair... -
Page 5: Parts List
Parts List SB6w only 500-052 Wheelchair Axle 500-049 Wheelchair Main Bracket 500-059 Wheelchair Brake Assembly 500-035 Anti Tip Leg 500-036 Anti Tip Foot 500-275 24” Wheel 500-236 WW24 front caster leg 500-296 500-275 500-049 500-059 500-253 500-079 500-052 500-078 500-255 500-266 500-268 500-269... - Page 6 Step 1 Insert Caster Legs (part #500-296 Front 500-010 and 500-010 rear) into Leg Frame (part SB6c only refer to page 18 for SB6w #500-001). 500-296 SB6 caster legs differ between front & rear. Ensure the correct ones are used...
- Page 7 Step 3 Slide Back Rest Frame (part #500-042) down through Arm Clips (part #500- 237) and into the Seat Frame (part #500-021). Make sure that push pins are fully depressed before inserting the back rest frame. SB6 Roll-in Shower Chair...
- Page 8 Step 4 Fit Left Hand Arm (part #500-043) and Right Hand Arm (part #500-045) by positioning the axle (smaller diameter) part of the tube against the hollow tube across the rear of the Seat Frame (part #500-021) and sliding into this tube. The Push Pin (part #500-269) will need to be pushed in (depressed) to allow the arms to be fully inserted into this...
- Page 9 Step 5 Note: This part may come pre-assembled from the factory. Fit Commode Cushion (part #500-020) by positioning onto the Seat Frame (part #500-021) and align the 4 fixing locations. Fix down using 4 x Seat Fixing Knobs (part #500-079) and tighten. The Cushion will have the Commode Bucket Connectors (part #500-059) pre-fitted at the factory.
- Page 10 Adjust the Footrest height to suit the user as shown ensuring that the screw lock is fully tightened and the foot supports are level. Note: The Footrest to Seat Cushion distance can be increased further, if required, by raising the seat height. To adjust the Seat Height adjust the Caster Legs (part #500-296 front &...
- Page 11 Step 7 The Commode Bucket (part #500-072) can be pushed into position from the rear of the chair and is held in position by the Commode Bucket Connectors (part #500-095) pre-fitted to the cushion at the factory. The Commode Bucket lid is for use after the bucket has been removed from the chair.
- Page 12 Operation Caster Wheels All caster wheels can be locked and unlocked by depressing the foot brake pedal on each caster wheel. All caster wheels should be locked during the transfer of the user to and from the chair. The caster wheels should be rotated outwards towards the front and rear of the chair to make the chair more stable during transfers.
- Page 13 Seat Height Adjustment To raise or lower the seat height depress the push pin in the caster leg as shown and move the caster leg up or down to suit the user height requirement. Ensure all push pins are set at the same height location to ensure the wheeled base is level and does not rock or feel unstable.
- Page 14 Footrest / Height Adjustment / Fold Away The tray style footrests fitted to your chair are not designed to carry user weight. They are designed for a user to rest their feet. WARNING - DO NOT STAND on the footrest as the chair may become unstable and tip forward causing injury to the user.
- Page 15 Arm Rests / Locking and Release Mechanism You can easily swing the armrest up and out of the way or secure the armrest in the down position. To unlock the armrest slide the arm lock (part# 500-117) in towards the centre line of the chair back as shown, to allow the arm to be moved upwards and out of the locked position.
- Page 16 Seat Cushion The seat cushion can be removed for cleaning or to change from open front to one of the accessory options with open side or closed front by releasing the seat fixing knobs (part #500-079) underneath the seat cushion. Commode Bucket and Commode Deflector Connectors (part #500-095) hold the...
- Page 17 A Commode Deflector (part #500-074) can be fitted to the front of the commode bucket if required, after the bucket has been fitted to the chair, allowing the user to transfer easily to the chair prior to fitting the splash guard.
- Page 18 Fit your harness to the holes shown here if you prefer to use it as a waist restraint. Fitting two harnesses adds extra support should it be needed. Fit your waist harness as shown below Leg Restraint An addition calf strap (part# 500-256) is supplied with your chair.
- Page 19 24” Wheelchair Kit (Order code WW24) If you have purchased the SB6w model, you will have this kits included already. This kit also converts your SB6c into a SB6w model Step 1 If you have the SB6c model start by...
- Page 20 Step 2 Slide the anti-tip leg (part# 500-035) into the frame as shown. Line the bolt holes up with the desired holes in the frame for your chosen chair height setting. Your wheel kit requires 2 holes to be lined up as shown. This allows 2 possible height positions in Wheelchair mode.
- Page 21 Step 4 Now fit the brake assemblies using the supplied M8 screws and washers. Before tightening be sure to set the brake up properly. Step 1: Make sure the brake handle is released and pointing back Step 2: Slide the brake in the slots until the arm is 10mm from the tyre.
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Page 22: Back Rest
Accessories 500-272 - Back Rest Pad Kit Back Rest Pad (Order code PBC) Your ShowerBuddy back rest pad kit (part# 500-272) has been designed to give the user additional support and comfort. 500-070 500-273 To install, simply remove the safety restraint clamp bars (part #500-106) and replace them with the two back rest support arms shown. -
Page 23: Lateral Supports
Accessories 500-274 Lateral Support Kit Lateral Supports (Order code LAT) Your ShowerBuddy Lateral Support kit (part# 500-274) has been designed to give the user additional support and comfort should it be required. Step 1 Open the soft plastic tube protector and place it around the handle frame as shown. - Page 24 Accessories SCOC Seat Cushions Your ShowerBuddy chair already comes with a comfotable seat cushion but we can also supply other options to make your SB6 even more adaptable. SCCF To fit each cushion below, simply refer to the instructions on fitting the seat cushion in this...
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Page 25: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning and Maintenance It is recommended that your shower chair is serviced annually by your Showerbuddy Dealer or an author- ised, competent service agent. In addition: 1. Regularly inspect all parts of the chair for defects. Any defective part should be attended to promptly by an authorised service agent. -
Page 26: Safety Instructions
Not complying with the manufacturer’s instructions can result in injury to the user(s) or caregiver. Showerbuddy will not be held responsible for any injury or damage resulting from the misuse or inappropriate operation of the Showerbuddy shower chair. - Page 27 DO NOT use the shower chair castor wheel locks as brakes when travelling down inclines. DO NOT position the Showerbuddy shower chair sideways on a slope as this could cause it to tip. Important! Although every effort has been made by the Showerbuddy team to ensure the stability of the Showerbuddy shower chairs during use, it is important to recognize that the most dangerous part of using any shower chair is the transfer.
- Page 28 Your dealer should be called to check the fasteners and other components at least once per year. All Showerbuddy shower chairs are supplied with chest and lap restraining belts that ensure the correct and safe operation of the shower chair for both the user(s) and the caregiver. It is important that these straps are used every time the shower chair is operated.
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Page 29: Warranty Information
Warranty Information 2 Year Limited Warranty Showerbuddy warrants all Showerbuddy shower chairs for two years from the date of purchase by the user. Proof of purchase from an authorised Showerbuddy Dealer is required for any claim. This warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship on all Showerbuddy shower chairs except... - Page 30 Upon pre-approval, Showerbuddy may provide exchange services for Warranty returns. • Under this program, a refurbished Showerbuddy shower chair may be shipped after the return of the defective unit. The exchange shower chair may contain used parts that meet Showerbuddy quality standards.
- Page 31 SB6 Roll-in Shower Chair...
- Page 32 Reuse This medical device can be reused by another owner if the original owner of the product doesn’t need it anymore. Before reuse the device must be carefully inspected by authorized technical staff. Following elements should be checked: • rigidity of the structure, •...
- Page 33 All ShowerBuddy products are CE, TUV, ISO9001 and TGA certified. complying to AS/NZS 3973:2009 and AS4069-2013 Independent Laboratory Testing Carried out by NovitaTech Laboratories, South Australia, February 2013. Copyright © 2014 by Showerbuddy Global Limited, PO Box 494, Waikanae, 5250, New Zealand. All rights reserved...
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