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INDIGO HILO
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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  • Page 1 06/18 INDIGO HILO INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Illustration of Your Indigo HiLo Seating System ............2 Technical Data ......................2 For your Safety ....................... 3 Unpacking your Indigo HiLo Seating System ............4 Setting up and Adjusting your Indigo HiLo Seating System ........5 Seat Adjustments ......................5 Backrest Adjustments ....................7 Armrests ........................9 Braking System ......................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    1.0 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Indigo HiLo seating system from Smirthwaite. The IndiGO seating system has been designed for use by teenagers who have mild to moderate postural management needs. It has been styled to enhance inclusivity into modern environments, and is particularly suitable for use by children who attend mainstream school on a periodic basis.
  • Page 4: Illustration Of Your Indigo Hilo Seating System

    2.0 ILLUSTRATION OF YOUR INDIGO HILO SEATING SYSTEM 1. Electric HiLo Chassis 2. Seat Capsule 3. Backrest 4. Armrests 5. Footrest 6. Battery Pack 7. Pommel 8. Lap Strap 9. User operated brakes TECHNICAL DATA Measurement Size 3 Size 4 Size 5 Seat Height –...
  • Page 5: For Your Safety

     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 will not accept liability for any injury or damage incurred through such malpractices ...
  • Page 6: Unpacking Your Indigo Hilo Seating System

    Tighten lever (C) to secure the back rest (A) into place.  If you have specified accessories at the time of order, your IndiGO HiLo may be supplied with these factory fitted.  Alternatively, please refer to Section 6.0 for details of how to fit and adjust your...
  • Page 7: Setting Up And Adjusting Your Indigo Hilo Seating System

    Contact: Smirthwaite Ltd +44 (0)1626 835552 +44 (0)1626 835428 enquiries@smirthwaite.co.uk 5.0 SETTING UP AND ADJUSTING YOUR INDIGO HILO 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.
  • Page 8 5.1.2 HEIGHT  The height of the chair can be altered by using the ‘Actuator Control Pad’ (2) 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. ...
  • Page 9: Backrest Adjustments

    BACKREST ADJUSTMENTS 5.2.1 BACK RECLINE (ANGLE) To adjust the angle of the backrest:  Lift the back lever (4) on the side of the chair to unlock the backrest tilt mechanism.  Adjust the back rest to the desired angle. ...
  • Page 10 5.2.3 BACK LUMBAR PROMPT To set the lumbar support, insert the supplied 4mm hex key into the central socket on the back of the chair (6). Turn clockwise or anti-clockwise to set the lumbar support to the required depth for the user. 5.2.4 THORACIC SUPPORT Each thoracic support can be set independently by inserting the provided 4mm hex key into either of the outer sockets on the back of the chair (7).
  • Page 11: Armrests

    ARMRESTS The armrests can be rotated out of the way to aid in the transfer of the user. Also the height of the armrests can be adjusted. ARMREST UP ARMREST DOWN 5.3.1 HEIGHT To raise or lower the armrests:  Press and hold the button midway up the outside face of the armrest (8). ...
  • Page 12: Braking System

    5.3.2 ROTATION To rotate the armrests out of the way:  Press and hold the button towards the base of the armrest (9).  Push the armrest backwards slightly and then release the button.  Continue to push the armrest backwards until the button ‘clicks’ out and the armrest is in its lowered position.
  • Page 13 5.4.2 CARER OPERATION The IndiGO has been designed to permit any of the castors to be independently applied or released by a carer, using each individual castor foot pedal. For instructions on how to use the castor brakes see section ‘3.0 For your Safety’. IMPORTANT! If the user is having difficulty operating the brake system, check that the brake pedal on each castor is in the ‘unbraked’...
  • Page 14: Pelvic Lap Strap

    PELVIC LAP STRAP 5.5.1 BUCKLE  The IndiGO HiLo is supplied with a 2-point pelvic padded lap strap as standard.  The buckle is secured by pushing the male plug (A) into the female receiver (B).  To release the buckle, press both sides of the male plug and pull apart.
  • Page 15: Optional Accessories - Fitment And Adjustment

    6.0 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES – FITMENT AND ADJUSTMENT 1. Multi-grip head rest 2. Flat head rest 3. Pommel 4. Flip-up footrest...
  • Page 16: Headrests

    HEADRESTS 6.1.1 FITMENT  Insert the stem of the headrest (14) into the socket on the rear of the seat back (15).  Take the supplied M6 x 20mm screw (16) and washer (17) and insert the screw through the aperture (18) and into the insert located in the head rest stem.
  • Page 17 6.1.3 DEPTH AND ANGLE To change the depth and/or angle of the headrest:  Loosen the two lever locks (20).  Slide/angle the headrest to desired position.  Tighten the two lever locks (20) to lock. 6.1.4 HEADREST PROFILE/SHAPE – (MULTI GRIP HEAD REST ONLY) To alter the profile (shape) of the headrest: ...
  • Page 18: Flip-Up Footrest

    FLIP-UP FOOTREST 6.2.1 FITMENT The foot rest assembly is attached to the underside of the seat base by 6 screws (M6 x 16mm). Four of these will already be fitted to the underside of the seat by the factory located toward the front of the chair (22). ...
  • Page 19: Pommel

    6.2.2 HEIGHT To adjust the height of the footrest:  Locate the lever lock on the back side of the footrest assembly (25) and loosen it.  Slide the footrest assembly up or down to the desired position.  Tighten the lever lock to secure the footrest in position. ...
  • Page 20: Care And Maintenance

    7.0 CARE AND MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT! CLEANING IS RECOMMENDED ON A REGULAR BASIS  Clean wooden parts and upholstery with a damp cloth and mild detergent.  Clean metalwork with a damp cloth.  Stubborn marks on the woodwork or cushions should be cleaned using a soft brush ...
  • Page 21: Daily Checks

    Check that the footplate is set to the correct height for the client, and that it is securely in place. (if footrest attachment used) ANNUAL SERVICE The IndiGO HiLo Seating System should be serviced annually. Servicing must only be undertaken by a Smirthwaite Ltd service engineer, or by a Smirthwaite Ltd trained representative.
  • Page 22: Extending Nominal Service Life

    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.
  • Page 23: Documentation/Records

     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.
  • Page 24: Warranty & Service

    8.0 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.
  • Page 25: Warranty & Aftersale

    10.0 WARRANTY & AFTERSALE 10.1 PRODUCT INFORMATION Model: Size: Date of Manufacture: Serial Number: Final Inspection: 10.2 SERVICE & INSPECTION RECORD FORM Date Procedure Service Personnel...
  • Page 26 Smirthwaite Ltd, 16 Wentworth Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6TL +44 (0)1626 835552 +44 (0)1626 835428 enquiries@smirthwaite.co.uk...

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