Lumbar Support; Installing/Adjusting The Lumbar Support; Maintenance; Cleaning - Invacare Matrx MX1 User Manual

5 Lumbar Support

 The Lumbar Support is a pre-fabricated foam insert that
provides lower back support for additional comfort. The
position of the lumbar insert can be adjusted inside the
Invacare Matrx MX1 cover, or it may be removed if no
lumbar support is desired
5.1

Installing/Adjusting the Lumbar Support

1. To access the lumbar support, open the hook and loop fastening strips
on the outer cover A at the bottom rear of the back shell.
2. The foam lumbar support B is installed inside the Invacare Matrx
MX1 cover between the foam back cushion C and the back shell D.
3. The lumbar support can be adjusted to any desired height/position.
4. Refasten the cover onto the back pan.
A

5 Maintenance

5.2

Cleaning

General Cleaning

1. Wipe the outer cover with a damp cloth when necessary.
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D
B
C

Laundering

1. Release the hook and loop fasteners securing the back cushion
cover. The hook and loop fasteners are located on the top and
bottom edge and inside of the back shell.
2. Remove the foam cushion.
3. Remove the lumbar support. Refer to Installing/Adjusting the
Lumbar Support on page 19.
4. Remove the cover from the back shell.
5. Follow the washing instructions on the cover.
6. Allow the cover to fully dry.
7. Insert the foam cushion into the cover.
8. Ensure the foam cushion is fully inserted and the perimeter of the
foam is aligned with the cover seams.
9. Install the cover onto the back shell.
10. Install the lumbar support. Refer to Installing/Adjusting the Lumbar
Support on page 19.

Disinfection

In the event of the cover becoming contaminated, please ask your
Infection Control Officer for advice. Alternatively, contact Invacare for
their information on decontamination protocol.
5.3

Inspection

WARNING
Check ALL fasteners weekly to ensure that mechanical
connections and attaching hardware are tightened
securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.
DO NOT continue to use this product if problems are
discovered. Corrective maintenance can be performed at
or arranged through your equipment supplier.
Visually inspect parts including hardware, brackets, upholstery materials,
foams (if accessible), and plastics, for deformation, corrosion, breakage,
wear or compression.
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