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CAPS II User Guide
INS150 Version 1
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November 2018

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  • Page 1 CAPS II User Guide INS150 Version 1 November 2018...
  • Page 2 Who to contact for support If you have a problem with any of our products, your first contact should the organisation who supplied the product to you. If there is a problem that your therapist is unable to answer then please do get in touch directly. Your Seat Details Serial number label here INS150 Version 1...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Using the seating system ................. 7 Seat Options ....................15 Identifying when adjustment is needed ............20 Transportation ....................24 Routine Maintenance ..................27 Important Information ................... 29 Parts included in this CAPS II Seating System  Seat Unit  Pommel or kneeblock ...

  • Page 4: Your Seating System

    1 Your seating system This User Guide will help you to get the most from your seating system – please take some time to read the relevant sections carefully! We work hard to bring the best evidence-based products to market using the latest manufacturing techniques.
  • Page 5 1.1 Identifying parts of the seating system • Backrest – Provides a solid base with a cushion to support the back • Headrest – Supports the head • Thoracic Lateral – Supports the top part of the body (the trunk). May be set to work with the Pelvic Laterals to correct or prevent curvature of the spine •...
  • Page 6 1.2 Seat configuration The seating system will be delivered already set up to the measurements recorded during the assessment. If measurements were not provided when the seat was ordered, the chair should be pre-set by the clinician at the seating clinic before the user is positioned in it.

  • Page 7: Using The Seating System

    Adjustments to the seating system not outlined in this manual should be completed by a competent Therapist or Rehabilitation Engineer. There are many options available with the CAPS II seat to ensure an appropriate posture is maintained. Please read the appropriate sections based upon the seat you have been provided.
  • Page 8 2.1 Headrest To remove the headrest, rotate the lever to release the headrest Slide the headrest out of the socket. To replace the headrest, slide it back into the receiver. A sleeve tube on the headrest stem should ensure it is positioned in the same location each time. Tighten the lever by turning it clockwise.
  • Page 9 2.2 Footrest To remove the footrest, push the pip pin located at the front of the seat Pull the footrest drop towards you. On some footrest types, like a padded footbox, both footrest drop tubes are linked together. If this is the case, you will need to release one side slightly, release the opposite to allow the complete footrest to be removed.
  • Page 10 2.3 Pommel or Kneeblock If your system comes with a knee block or pommel you can remove it and adjust the height and depth. To remove press the release pin, located on the pommel mounting bracket underneath the seat, and pull the pommel out. Press the release pin underneath the front of the seat.
  • Page 11 2.4 Straps The pelvic strap and harness should be clipped into position and tightened. When the seating system is handed over, you should be shown how tight it should be. If the user is hoisted into the seating system, the straps should be attached before removing the hoist and sling.
  • Page 12 2.5 Removing the seat unit The seat unit should only be released and removed once the user has transferred out of the seat. Disengage the rear red seat retaining strap and clip back into place next to the backrest. Pull it as tight as you can so it does not hang down during removal of the seat.
  • Page 13 Holding the front of the seat, lift it out of the catch and put the front of the seat back down just in front of the catch. Standing at the side, hold the front carry handle and the rear of the seat, lift the seat unit off the interface board.
  • Page 14 2.6 Attaching the seat unit Standing at the side, hold the front carry handle and the rear of the seat, lift the seat unit. Take care when lifting a heavy weight. Engage the pins at the rear of the interface board into the holes on the rear of the seating system Fully slide the seat unit back into place...

  • Page 15: Seat Options

    3 Seat Options The seating system may be supplied in one of a number of configurations with several possible options fitted. If you have any of these fitted to your seat, the clinician will let you know when the seat is handed over to you. 3.1 Lynx Backrest A Lynx Seating System has a special backrest whose shape can be changed over time.
  • Page 16 3.2 Dynamic Backrest A Dynamic Backrest allows the backrest to move if the user extends heavily and may be supplied after careful consideration by the clinicians. The Lock is shown in the Locked position. Disengage the lock to allow the dynamic backrest to move.
  • Page 17 The backrest pivots with a Gas Strut controlling how easy it is to push. A Limiter limits the range of movement. The Lock enables the dynamic element to be removed when it is not required or should not be used, such as during transport. The Dynamic Backrest must be locked when used in transport.
  • Page 18 3.3 Swingaway Lateral Supports Swingaway Lateral Supports may be fitted to the seating system to make transfers into and out of the seat easier. They can be fitted to one or both sides. There are two types of swingaway lateral supports. You may need to move the backjacket cover to see the type of swingaway that has been fitted.
  • Page 19 3.3.2 Castellated Type Locate the swingaway lateral support mechanism. Lift the lateral support using the black tube attached to the pad. Lift it near the swingaway mechanism. Rotate the tube away around the backrest tube. INS150 Version 1 November 2018...

  • Page 20: Identifying When Adjustment Is Needed

    4 Identifying when adjustment is needed It is important to understand when the seat may need adjustment. Adjustment should only be carried out by your seating team or a competent person. 4.1 Seat depth The seat depth may be too short if the back of the user’s legs touch the front of the seat cushion when their pelvis is fully back against the back cushion.
  • Page 21 4.4 Kneeblock or pommel The pommel is in the correct place if the side of the user’s knees are positioned in the centre of the padding of the pommel. The pommel may need adjustment if the knee is in contact with the edges of the pommel, or not making contact at all.
  • Page 22 IMPORTANT! If the lap strap or harness are too loose, the user can potentially slide down in the seat and will be at risk of strangulation. It is particularly important these components are maintained and adjusted correctly. The harness requires urgent adjustment if any of the straps are touching the neck.
  • Page 23 4.9 Backrest With the user correctly positioned in the seat, the backrest is likely to be too low if the shoulders are more than 2” above the top of the backrest. With the user correctly positioned in the seat, the backrest is likely to be too high if the shoulders are more than 2”...

  • Page 24: Transportation

    5 Transportation Our seating systems are suitable for use in transport with an occupant so long as: • it was supplied interfaced onto the wheelbase that it is only used in the configuration and on the base with which it was originally supplied •...
  • Page 25 The red safety strap must also be securely fastened around the wheelchair push handles. If you are unclear about this stage, contact your local wheelchair service or Active Design. 5.2 Securing the Wheelchair The wheelchair should be secured into the vehicle by the transport provider (bus driver).
  • Page 26 5.4 Journey Checklist Seat secured to wheelchair  Seating system latched onto locking interface  Red strap tightened  Wheelchair secured into vehicle  Normally a four point webbing system  Lap and diagonal seat belt fitted around user  Postural straps to remain in place ...

  • Page 27: Routine Maintenance

    6 Routine Maintenance The seating and interface should be checked by the organisation who provided the seat every 6 month for security of fixings, nuts and bolts. Seat & back cushions and lateral supports should be checked for wear and degradation of the foam.
  • Page 28 6.4 Taking care of the covers The seating system covers can be removed and machine washed. All upholstery is machine washable at 40 C. Tumble dry on a cool setting. Upholstery should be washed weekly if used intensively, and immediately washed if the covers are soiled or have visible stains.

  • Page 29: Important Information

    All of our products are manufactured to the highest standards. Active Design offers a two year warranty against defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase. Active Design will not be held responsible for any damage or injury due to misuse or modifications of these products.
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  • Page 32 Active Design Ltd 68K Wyrley Road, Birmingham, B6 7BN Tel: 0121 326 7506 www.activedesign.co.uk INS150 Version 1 November 2018...