CONTENTS Introduction ......................1 Illustration of Your Brookfield + ................2 Technical Data ......................2 For your Safety ....................... 3 Unpacking your Brookfield + Seating System ............4 Setting up and Adjusting your Brookfield + Seating System ........5 Seat Adjustments ......................5 5.1.1 Seat Depth......................
1.0 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Brookfield + seating system from Smirthwaite. The Brookfield + is a robust chair for children from the age of 2 years old to young adult who require moderate levels of postural support when seated. The choice of having the chair made from natural wood or plastic makes the Brookfield + fit in well with a variety of environments.
2.0 ILLUSTRATION OF YOUR BROOKFIELD + Brookfield + and available accessories A. Main Seat Capsule E. Leg Extension Board B. Power Assisted Star Chassis F. Padded Headrest C. Footrest G. Pommel D. Tray H. Thigh Guides TECHNICAL DATA SIZE Dimensions Supine 30°...
DO NOT fit parts or accessories of other manufacturers to this product unless authorized to do so in writing by Smirthwaite Ltd. Failure to follow these instructions will not only invalidate the guarantee but could make the product dangerous to use. Smirthwaite Ltd...
Any repairs required must be carried out by Smirthwaite Ltd authorized personnel. DO NOT EXCEED USER MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMITS. If you believe the product or any fitted accessory to be faulty at any time, DO NOT USE –...
5.0 SETTING UP AND ADJUSTING YOUR BROOKFIELD + SEATING SYSTEM STOP! If in any doubt, ALWAYS seek ADVICE. Always turn hand wheels, levers and screws clockwise to tighten or anti-clockwise to loosen. SEAT ADJUSTMENTS 4 adjustments can be made to the seat; depth, back height, seat height and tilt. 5.1.1 SEAT DEPTH To move seat forwards or backwards ...
5.1.2 BACK HEIGHT To move the back up and down: Ensure that a firm grip is applied to the back cushion before loosening the handwheels (3 & 4). Loosen the handwheels (3 & 4) by turning them anti-clockwise. Located on the back of the chair.
5.1.3 TILT IN SPACE To adjust the tilt angle of the seat: Locate the TIS Handle (5) on the handle at the back of the chair. Squeeze the handle which will release the Tilt-in-space mechanism. Adjust the angle of the chair by pushing down or pulling up on the push handle. ...
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5.1.4 HEIGHT The height of the chair can be altered by using the ‘Actuator Control Pad’ (6) which is hooked onto the push handle of the chair. This pad can be unhooked and can be moved to a more suitable position if required. ...
ARMRESTS The height of the armrest can be adjusted. They can also be completely removed and easily refitted if necessary. 5.2.1 HEIGHT To adjust the height of the armrests: Ensure a firm grip is applied to the armrest before adjustment. ...
To refit the armrests: Offer up the armrest to the side of the chair. Ensuring the curved side on the armrest top is facing the inside of the chair. Insert the thread of one of the handwheels through a black washer. Then pass the exposed thread through one of the slots in the armrest and into the corresponding hole on the side of the chair.
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5.3.1.2 ANGLE To adjust the angle of the footrests: Ensure a firm grip is applied to the footrest that is to be adjusted. Loosen the handwheels (11 & 12), located on the side of the footrest, by turning them anti-clockwise.
5.3.2 FLIP-UP FOOTREST The height of this footrest can be adjusted. The boards can also be flipped up and stowed away. 5.3.2.1 HEIGHT To adjust the height of the flip-up footrest, Ensure a firm grip is applied to the base of the footrest. ...
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5.3.2.2 FLIP-UP BOARDS Each footrest board can rotate independently from the other. To flip a footrest board up: Grip the front of the board. Pull the board up which will rotate it about the axle. Move the board through its allocated travel until it stops in its upright position. ...
TRAY To attach the tray to the chair: Ensure the armrests are fixed to the chair and are set to the same height. (See section 5.2) Remove the film from the Dycem strips located on the underside of the tray. These strips are blue in colour and upon arrival will have a sticker attached that reads ‘PLEASE REMOVE PROTECTIVE FILM BEFORE USE’.
LEG EXTENSION To attach the leg extension board to the chair: Pull up the flaps at the front of the seat base that are covering the attachment hooks (15 & 16). Pull back the cushion that is attached to the leg extension board so the back strip of Velcro is exposed.
To remove the leg extension board from the chair: Peel back the cushion of the leg extension board so the back strip of Velcro and the 2 flaps from the seat base cushion are exposed. Detach the 2 flaps of the seat base cushion from the Velcro strip on the leg extension board.
5.6.2 REMOVAL AND REFITTING To remove the headrest: Loosen the handwheel (17), located on the back of the chair, by turning it anti- clockwise. Slide the headrest up so it comes away from the chair. Store the headrest in a secure place. To refit the headrest: ...
POMMEL If the pommel is ordered with the chair, then it will arrive attached. It can easily be removed and refitted. To remove the pommel from the chair: Locate the plunger pin (19) underneath the seat base and behind the footrests (if attached) ...
THIGH GUIDES If thigh guides are ordered with the chair, they will arrive already attached. The thigh guides come in 2 sizes and the width position of the thigh guides can be adjusted. 5.8.1 WIDTH POSITION To change the position of the thigh guides: ...
5.8.2 CHANGING THE PADS The thigh guides come in 2 sizes, each with a different size pad. To switch between the 2: Ensure a firm grip is applied to the thigh guide that is being removed. Undo the 2 fixing screws (22 & 23), by turning them anti-clockwise, until they come away from the chair.
HARNESSING 5.9.1 BUCKLE OPERATION (GENERAL) The buckle is secured by pushing the male plug (24) into the female receiver (25). To release the buckle, press both sides of the male plug (24) and simultaneously pull the 2 parts of the buckle away from each other. 5.9.2 VELCRO STRAP ...
5.9.3 PELVIC LAP STRAP The position and length of the pelvic lap strap can be adjusted. 5.9.3.1 POSITION To alter the position of the CAM locks that hold the lap strap: Locate the CAM locks (26 & 27) underneath the chair. ...
6.0 CARE AND MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT! CLEANING IS RECOMMENDED ON A REGULAR BASIS Clean wooden with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Clean metalwork with a damp cloth. Stubborn marks on the woodwork should be cleaned using a soft brush ...
SERVICE INTERVAL The Brookfield + Seating System should be serviced every 12 months. Servicing must only be undertaken by a Smirthwaite Ltd service engineer, or by a Smirthwaite Ltd trained representative. NOMINAL SERVICE LIFE Your product has a nominal service life of 7 years, during which full post-sales support will be available with regard to spares and servicing.
Use by a client who is extremely active, either voluntarily or involuntarily EXTENDING NOMINAL SERVICE LIFE At Smirthwaite Ltd we are proud to produce products that have a reputation for quality and durability. We believe our products have the potential to provide benefits to our clients beyond the nominal service life documented above.
Smirthwaite Ltd will document and maintain a record of the original product configuration at the time of first sale. Smirthwaite Ltd will not be held responsible for any subsequent changes to this configuration unless authorized to do so in writing by Smirthwaite Ltd.
7.0 WARRANTY & SERVICE Smirthwaite Ltd warrants the products detailed on your order to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 2 years from date of delivery. If a fault develops during the period, please call Customer Services by email or telephone 01626 835552 who will advise you on the best course of action.
9.0 WARRANTY & AFTERSALE PRODUCT INFORMATION Model: Size: Date of Manufacture: Serial Number: Final Inspection: SERVICE & INSPECTION RECORD FORM Date Procedure Service Personnel...
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