Important Safety Instructions - Repose Boston User Manual

Important Safety Instructions

The following instructions are for your own safety, the
safety of others and to ensure that the chair is used
correctly and in line with the warranty conditions.
Please ensure that:
• YOU ALWAYS KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE as you will need them for
reference purposes.
• ALL CARERS AND ATTENDANTS are trained in the full use of the chair and are qualified
to provide advice on the pressure management and postural care options.
• YOU UNDERSTAND the features of the chair and how they might be used to benefit
particular users.
• If you have purchased the electric model PLEASE ENSURE YOU READ the basic technical
checks and about the rechargeable battery system.
• YOU UNDERSTAND the recommended user weight limit for your chair. It will be dependent
on the Repose chair model that you have chosen. Please ensure that you understand these limits
and DO NOT exceed them. This may damage the chair and will invalidate your
warranty.
• YOU CHECK the chair regularly to ensure that it is in a suitable working condition and that
there is no damage. DO NOT USE the chair if it is not working properly or damaged.
• YOU ALWAYS move the chair around using the push handle or wing handles and that you are
mindful of your own physical attributes as you carry out any such movements. DO NOT use
other parts of the chair to move it around as this may cause damage to the framework and
workings of the chair and will invalidate your warranty.
• YOU ALWAYS take the necessary precautions and advice when carrying out any movement or
handling operations.
• NEVER push the chair up or down steps or stairs.
• When moving a user around in the chair ALWAYS ensure that the user's feet are positioned on
the footplate to avoid them catching or dragging on the floor.
• YOU ALWAYS LOCK THE CASTORS when the chair is stationary, for making transfers
or when altering the chair set up. THIS WILL AVOID any movements that could cause
personal injury.
• When using the functionality of the chair e.g. recline, leg rest operation etc. when someone is in
the chair ALWAYS ensure that any movements are smooth and comfortable for the user to
avoid any distress.
• YOU ONLY use the lap strap, fitted as per the instructions, for moving people about in the
chair. IT IS NOT A PELVIC POSITIONER and should NEVER be used for restraining a
user. ALWAYS ensure that it is in a good working condition.
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