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- Page 1 DIGI-SEAT SEATING SYSTEM USER’S MANUAL ALL USER’S OF THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE AWARE OF THIS DOCUMENT AND ITS CONTENT CUSTOM MADE DEVICE ISSUE 1...
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Page 2: Specification Of Seating System
• Specified below are the details of the equipment supplied. • the list each item ticked is a part of your Seating System and opposite each item is the reference of the relevant section in this user documentation for that item. Seating System Reference No. Date Issued: / / Seating System Type Weight of Seating System Kg User Manual Reference Tick if Item No. of Items Supplied Page Section supplied Digi-Seat Cushion Pommel Kneeblocks Digi-Seat Backrest Lateral Supports Sacral Pad Adj - Headrest Adj - Footrest Specify any other features; Maximum Client Weight Limit for Seating System Kg It is recommended that this equipment is only suitable for use; Indoor &... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Index CONTENTS PAGE Specification of Seating System Index Introduction Clinical Review Stability of Wheelchair and Seating Systems 4 - 5 Recommendations on Transport 6 - 9 User’s Guide “Fitting the Digi-Seat to the wheelchair” 1.1 Locating the 1 Piece Digi-Seat System Frame 10 1.2 Locating the 2 Piece Digi-Seat System Frame 11 - 12 1.3 Digi-Seat System Support Pads 13 1.4... -
Page 4: Introduction
DIGI-SEAT SEATING SYSTEM (Custom Made Device) Introduction • Digi-Seat Seating System is a custom made Seating System intended for use with Standard Wheelchairs. • maintenance and safety instructions described in this manual should be adhered to. By following these instructions you will be ensuring correct use of the Digi-Seat Seating System. • Digi-Seat Seating System has a customised insert intended for use by a particular client and should not be used for any other client. • assessment as to the level of support required by a client will normally be done through a Special Seating Clinic organised by your Wheelchair Service. • Each system is manufactured for use with a particular wheelchair(s). To make sure using the Digi-Seat Seating System does not render the wheelchair unsuitable, the Digi-Seat Seating System and wheelchair should be tested for stability with the client seated in the equipment (for more details regarding stability of wheelchair and seating systems, see page 4). • with most Seating Systems it is advisable to monitor a client’s initial use of the Digi- Seat Seating System in the early stages of its use. It is recommended that the time a client sits in the system is controlled, this will vary due to circumstances, but where possible periods of sitting in the system should not exceed more than 3 hours at any one time. • Removing the client from the system is advised after such a period to offer a change of posture. By doing this you will improve a clients tolerance to sitting in the Digi-Seat Seating System on a daily basis. • is also important to read the ‘Wheelchair User Manual’ with regard to general use,... -
Page 5: Clinical Review
Clinical Review • To ensure the Digi-Seat Seating System continues to meet the clinical requirements of the client, it is recommended that the system is reviewed by the Special Seating Clinic at least once a year. • This may be done automatically by your District Wheelchair Service. • a client has had a Digi-Seat Seating System over 12 months it is recommended that you contact the District Wheelchair Services for a review. This will ensure that the Digi- Seat Seating System is maintaining the clinical needs of the client. Stability of Wheelchair and Seating Systems • To ensure that the Digi-Seat Seating System and wheelchair are safe to use, it is important that fitting the Digi-Seat Seating System to the wheelchair does not make the wheelchair unstable during normal daily use. Each Digi-Seat Seating System when handed over to the user will be tested for stability to the relevant angle of stability for the chair to be tested. • recommended maximum angle of tilt is 12 degrees for attendant transit 16° wheelchairs and 16 degrees for users of self propelling wheelchairs and 16 degrees for users of electric indoor and outdoor electric wheelchairs. • the client is going to use additional items mounted to the wheelchair or seating system such as communications aids etc., then it is essential that the test be done 12°... -
Page 6: Stability Of Wheelchair And Seating Systems
Stability of Wheelchair and Seating Systems (Cont.) • Digi-Seat Seating System is not to be used with any other wheelchair(s) than those for which it has been stability tested and proven safe for use. • Always steer clear of obstacles where possible. -
Page 7: Recommendations On Transport
Recommendations for the Transportation of SOS Seating Systems The following information is intended to give guidance with regard to the use of SOS Seating Systems by wheelchair users and carers during transportation. • Specialised Orthotic Services Ltd have carried out extensive investigations into the suitability of our Special Seating Systems for transportation use and has established clear guidelines for users. • Following these investigations the following user information is intended to give guidance to users of SOS Seating Systems regarding the use of the equipment during... - Page 8 General Safety Guidelines for Wheelchair User Transportation • Wheelchair users should transfer to vehicle seats whenever possible. • Wheelchair users should not travel with the wheelchair at an angle or facing sideways to the direction of travel. • There should be sufficient free space around the wheelchair and user to avoid the user making contact with other vehicle occupants, unpadded parts of the vehicle, wheelchair accessories or W.T.O.R.S. anchor points. • Wheelchairs should have the parking brakes applied and their power units switched off during vehicle movement. Powered wheelchairs should not be left in free wheel mode. • Wheelchairs should not block gangways and exits for other passengers in the vehicle. • headrest should be provided for a wheelchair user when travelling in a vehicle where other seated passengers have headrests. • not place / hang any additional items onto the wheelchair during transportation such as shopping bags and holdalls. • Trays should be removed for transportation whenever possible. If it is necessary for a tray to be used on transportation, then a risk assessment should be done. Wheelchair Tie Down and Occupant Restraint System (W.T.O.R.S.) •...
- Page 9 2. OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEM • Wheelchair users should not travel in cars, taxis or minibuses, unless an occupant restraint system is in place on the client. • any client to be transported safely in the Seating System and wheelchair, it is essential that an Occupant Restraint System be used. • have proven during crash tests on Digi-Seat Seating Systems that transporting any client on a moving vehicle without an approved occupant restraint system is extremely dangerous and will place the client at great risk. • is important that the Occupant Restraint System is positioned correctly as most clients using Special Seating will be dependent on carers for correct placement of the occupant restraint. • Consideration should be given to the most suitable type and positioning of restraint for the user, both in normal travel and during an impact.
- Page 10 Stowage of the Seating System and Wheelchair • During use of your Special Seating System it may be necessary for you to remove the Seating System and stow this along with the wheelchair in a vehicle. • is important to realise that these items pose a risk if not adequately restrained whilst in transit. • is not adequate to simply place the items into a car boot or the floor of an open vehicle such as an MPV or estate car as in a collision these unsecured items could cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle. • Various retention methods are available to secure such equipment during transit, and once again the list of Wheelchair Restraint System Manufacturers in this booklet will be happy to advise on this matter (see below). W.T.O.R.S MANUFACTURERS Below are details of some Wheelchair Tie down and Occupant Restraint Systems manufacturers. UNWIN SAFETY Unwin House TEL: 01935 827740 SYSTEMS...
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Page 11: Locating The 1 Piece Digi-Seat System Frame
USER GUIDE 1.0 THE SEATING SYSTEM WHEELCHAIR INTERFACE • Digi-Seat Seating System will have been configured to suit the wheelchair specified at the assessment. The method of interfacing the seat will vary depending on the type of wheelchair the seating system is interfaced to. • Digi-Seat Seating systems can be manufactured as one piece or two piece seating systems. 1.1. LOCATING THE 1 PIECE DIGI-SEAT SYSTEM SEAT FRAME QUICK RELEASE (Quick-Loc) INTERFACE METHOD • Whilst holding the Digi-Seat Seating System, place this into the wheelchair making sure that the front of the interface frame locates into stops as shown (Fig.1.1a). • Lower the back of the seat into the wheelchair until the interface locates into the rear catches as shown and it clicks into position (Fig.1.1b). -
Page 12: Locating The 2 Piece Digi-Seat System Frame
1.2 LOCATING THE 2 PIECE DIGI-SEAT SEATING SYSTEM • Piece Digi Seat seating systems are located into the wheelbase as two separate items. This will involve locating the base unit (cushion) (Fig.1.2a) And the backrest unit (Fig.1.2b) to the wheelbase. • is commonly done by using a Quick Lok interface system for the base unit and a This V Track interface for the backrest unit. Fig.1.2a Fig.1.2b Base Unit (Cushion) • locate the base unit onto the wheelbase: • Locate the front location on the interface to dock with the aluminium location brackets situated on the wheelchair/wheelbase (Fig.1.2c). • Locate the back location into the rear catches as shown and it clicks into position (Fig.1.2d). • remove the base unit from the wheelchair, pull back the interface lever or cable (Fig.1.2e) until the catches release and lift the base unit clear, release lever/ Fig.1.2c... - Page 13 1.2 LOCATING THE 2 PIECE DIGI-SEAT SEATING SYSTEM (Cont.) Backrest Unit • locate the backrest unit onto the wheelbase: • oad the V Track location spigots into the location brackets situated on the back posts of the wheelchair/wheelbase (Fig.1.2f). • Lock the V Track into position by pushing the clamping levers into position (Fig.1.2g). • Secure the backrest retention strap around the back of the wheelchair frame (Fig.1.2h). • Removal of the backrest unit from the wheelchair is the reverse of the above procedure. Fig.1.2f Fig.1.2g Fig.1.2h • Having located both the base and backrest units, just check that they are secure before placing the client into the Digi seat. • With the Digi-Seat Seating System now installed into the wheelchair it is now safe to place the client in position.
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Page 14: Digi-Seat System Support Pads
1.3. DIGI-SEAT SYSTEM SEAT SUPPORT PADS • the custom moulded supports fitted to the Digi-Seat Seating System are attached by Velcro. The pads have fitted covers and these can be removed by simply unzipping the cover. 1.4. ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIRS • When fitting the Digi-Seat Seating System to an electric wheelchair, the fitting procedures are the same as in 1.1. • However it is also necessary to make sure that any electric cables etc., are not trapped or jammed by the Digi-Seat Seating System during placement into an electric wheelchair. 1.5. MAINTAINING THE WHEELCHAIRS • is important that the wheelchair manufacturers guidelines for maintenance are carried out. • Under inflated tyres or faulty brakes etc. can render a wheelchair dangerous if used with such faults. • new wheelchairs are supplied with a copy of the manufacturers user instructions. • should have a copy of the Wheelchair Manufacturers User Information. • you do not have a copy, contact your Wheelchair Service to obtain a copy. Always maintain your wheelchair as per manufacturers instructions. -
Page 15: Lifting And Handling The Client In And Out Of The Digi-Seat System
USER GUIDE 2.0 2.1. LIFTING & HANDLING THE CLIENT IN & OUT OF THE DIGI-SEAT SYSTEM • Most users of Digi-Seat Seating Systems will need to be hoisted into the equipment. Manually lifting the client is not recommended, however with some clients it may not be possible to hoist them safely by conventional means and in instances such as this you are recommended to carry out a ‘RISK ASSESSMENT’ to assess the risks involved in any such action. • is important that all carers are aware of the Health & Safety guidelines for ‘Lifting and Handling’. • Before lifting the client make sure all straps are placed out of the Digi-Seat Seating System. This will avoid the straps becoming trapped under the client when seated. • using the hoist, make sure that you follow the hoist manufacturers When instructions regarding correct use. • lowering the client into the Digi-Seat Seating System make sure that the client’s hips / pelvis are located as far back as possible into the seat. -
Page 16: Client Straps, Harnesses
2.2. CLIENT STRAPS / HARNESSES • Secure all straps / harness supplied. Straps and harness must be tightened to work correctly. • is dangerous to have straps too loose or ‘X’ not in place on the client. • the Digi-Seat Seating System has been fitted with a ‘Butterfly X Harness’, it is important that it is correctly adjusted to maintain safe clearance at the top of the harness as illustrated in the diagram Keep bottom straps of opposite at ‘X’. harness tight. 2.3. FOOTREST ADJUSTMENT • is recommended that feet be supported on the foot supports provided to ensure that the client is seated with optimum comfort. • Leaving the clients feet unsupported is not recommended as this can lead to great discomfort and abnormal pressure being generated at the pelvis and other weight bearing areas. -
Page 17: Cleaning The Digi-Seat System Covers
• NOT PUT THE DIGI-SEAT SYSTEM NEXT TO A HOT FIRE OR USE EXCESSIVE HEAT TO DRY AS EXCESSIVE HEAT COULD AFFECT THE COMPONENTS OF THE SEAT. • NOT USE SCOURERS OR CAUSTIC SUBSTANCES SUCH AS BLEACH. -
Page 18: Visual Inspection
3.4. VISUAL INSPECTION • Every 3 - 4 weeks check the condition of the Digi-Seat Seating System and wheelchair, if you notice any faults or broken parts please notify your Wheelchair Service immediately, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR. • Look at the tubular frames of the Digi-Seat Seating System and make sure there are no signs of distortion, make sure they are securely attached to the shell of the seat and there are no loose attachments. • Make sure that all fixings are secure, especially after making any adjustments. • Check the shell of the seat for any signs of severe wear and tear. Also the foam lining of the seat. 3.5. FIRE RETARDANCY • Fire retardant materials have been used in the construction of this seating system. • is important that no accelerants are introduced to the materials (e.g. Hairspray, fabric cleaners, deodorants, polish etc..), as this may adversely affect the fire retardancy of your equipment. -
Page 19: Adjustable Headrest
USER GUIDE 4.0 OPTIONAL FEATURES .1. ADJUSTABLE HEADREST • the Digi-Seat Seating System has been fitted with an adjustable headrest, the headrest will have been adjusted when the Digi-Seat Seating System was originally supplied. • any adjustments need to be carried out this can be done by releasing the locking knobs and adjusted for height (Fig.4.1a) and depth (Fig.4.1b), re-tighten locking knobs when finished. • PLEASE NOTE THAT SOS RECOMMEND THE HEADREST IS USED AT ALL TIMES WHENEVER THE CLIENT IS BEING TRANSPORTED IN THEIR WHEELCHAIR AND SEATING SYSTEM. -
Page 20: Adjustable Footrest
4.2. ADJUSTABLE FOOTREST • the Digi-Seat Seating System has an adjustable footrest, it is important that the feet are well supported (Fig.4.2a) and the footrest positioned correctly. The footrest will have been correctly adjusted when the equipment was handed over in clinic as opposite. • footrest is adjustable for height (Fig.4.2b) and reach (Fig.4.2c). • the Digi-Seat Seating System has been set up for use with the standard wheelchair footrests, then these will be adjusted correctly when the equipment is handed over in clinic. Adjustments Fig.4.2a can easily be done to the footrests if necessary (see the wheelchair manufacturers user information for more details). • the Digi-Seat Seating System has been set up to use an integral footrest (Fig.4.2a), then the wheelchair footrests are not to be used. Fig.4.2b Fig.4.2c... -
Page 21: Detachable Pommel
4.3. DETACHABLE POMMEL • the Digi-Seat Seating System has a detachable pommel this is secured in place by either a wing knob underneath the seat or a locking knob at the front of the pommel. Wing Knob Underneath: • remove/adjust, turn the wing knob (Fig.4.3b) underneath the seat anti-clockwise to release. The pommel can then be withdrawn/adjusted (Fig.4.3a) and re-tightened when in position. • -fitting is a reversal of the above procedure. Fig.4.3a Locking Knob at Front: • remove/adjust, turn locking knob (Fig.4.3c) at the front of the bracket anti-clockwise to release. The pommel can then be withdrawn/ adjusted (Fig.4.3a) and re-tightened when in position. • replace simply insert bracket stem back into the square socket, slide into desired position and lock into place, turning the lock knob clockwise until secure making sure that the barrel lock is correctly positioned as shown (Fig.4.3c). Fig.4.3c Bracket Barrel Lock Lock Lock Knob Threaded Fig.4.3b You can identify all the relevant parts supplied with your Digi-Seat Seating System by referring to Page 1, “Specification of the Seating System supplied”. -
Page 22: If You Detect A Fault Or Breakage
IF YOU DETECT A FAULT OR BREAKAGE IF YOU DETECT A FAULT OR BREAKAGE OF THE EQUIPMENT THEN REPORT THIS IMMEDIATELY. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES ARE ANY MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS TO BE DONE BY ANYONE OTHER THAN SPECIALISED ORTHOTIC SERVICES LTD (see contact details enclosed). - Page 23 NOTES...
- Page 24 If you require further copies of this handout or require further details relating to any of its content, then please contact us (Copyright applies): Units 127/128, Fauld Industrial Park, Tutbury, Staffordshire. DE13 9HS Tel: 0044 (0)1283 520400 Fax: 0044 (0)1283 520401 E-mail: enquiries@specialorthotic.com Web: www.specialisedorthoticservices.co.uk...
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