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- Page 1 BM SEATING SYSTEM USER’S MANUAL ALL USER’S OF THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE AWARE OF THIS DOCUMENT AND ITS CONTENT ISSUE 3 CLASS 1 DEVICE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
3 & 4 Recommendations on Transport User’s Guide “Fitting the BM Seating System” Fitting the BM Seating System to the Wheelbase User’s Guide “Lifting and Handling the Client” Placing the Client in the BM System Fastening the Harness and Securing the Client Footrest Fitting &... -
Page 3: Introduction
B.M. SEATING SYSTEM (Class 1 Device) Introduction • user’s guide for the BM Seating System is designed to give guidance on it’s use and maintenance. Description • The BM Seating System is a Modular Seating System intended to provide a variable amount of external support to establish a stable sitting position. -
Page 4: Clinical Review
Clinical Review • To ensure the BM 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. •... -
Page 5: Recommendations On Transport
Stability of Buggy/Wheelchair and Seating Systems (Cont.) • WARNING: Whilst the client is seated in the seating system, the attachment of any heavy object to the wheelbase (i.e. shopping bags etc.) will have a serious effect on the overall stability of the wheelbase and may place the safety of the client at risk. -
Page 6: Fitting The Bm Seating System To The Wheelbase
USER GUIDE 1.0 1.1. FITTING THE BM SEATING SYSTEM TO THE WHEELBASE. • To fit the BM System correctly into the wheelbase is important for the clients safety. • Make sure the velcro retaining straps ‘1’ (Fig.1.1a) are undone before fitting the BM Seat into the wheelbase. • Place the seat into the... -
Page 7: Fastening The Harness And Securing The Client
USER GUIDE 2.0 2.1. PLACING THE CLIENT IN THE BM SEAT • 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 BM System. This will avoid the straps becoming trapped under the client when seated. -
Page 8: Footrest Fitting & Adjustment
2.3. FOOTREST FITTING & ADJUSTMENT • the adjustable footrest is to be used this can be attached easily by inserting the footrest bracket into the locating socket at ‘H’ (Fig.2.3a), the footrest is secured by turning the locking knob (Fig.2.3b) in a clockwise direction until locked. •... -
Page 9: Adjusting The Bm Seat
USER GUIDE 3.0 3.1. ADJUSTING THE BM SEATING SYSTEM • BM is provided with removable growth pads that allow the seating system to be adjusted to suit the original size of the client when assessed and also to allow for growth or comfort. -
Page 10: Adjusting The Headrest
3.3. ADJUSTING THE HEADREST • the harness goes through the headrest pads and packers, then release the upper cam locks on the harness (See 3.6) and pull the upper straps (See 3.6)) through the seat shell and all the back headrest pads. •... -
Page 11: Adjusting The Lateral Pads
3.5. ADJUSTING THE LATERAL PADS (Width & Height) • the harness goes through the back panels and packers, then release the upper cam locks on the harness (See 3.6) and pull the upper straps (Fig.3.5a) through the seat shell and all the back panels. -
Page 12: Adjusting The Client Harness
3.6. ADJUSTING THE HARNESS (Height) • Press the red button (Fig.3.6a) in the centre of the buckle to release the straps. • Release all the cam buckles (Fig.3.6b) at the rear and under the shell and pull out the two upper straps. -
Page 13: Cleaning The Bm System
If the plastic skin becomes seriously damaged contact SOS immediately. To clean the cushion pad, simply wipe down with mild detergent and a damp cloth and towel dry and leave at room temperature to dry thoroughly. -
Page 14: Clean The Bm System Covers
4.2. REMOVABLE COVERS • cleaning of removable covers please refer to wash label on the inside of the padded cover. • NOT REMOVE THE FOAM FROM THE WATERPROOF LINER OR TRY TO WASH IT AS THIS FOAM WILL ABSORB WATER AND WILL BE A PROBLEM TO DRY OUT. -
Page 15: If You Detect A Fault Or Breakage
3 months, when used normally. If during this period the product becomes defective and needs repair then please contact SOS (please see the end of this users guide for details). You can also contact your local wheelchair service regarding any faults requiring attention. - Page 16 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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