Warnings For Components And Options; Armrests; Cushions; Fasteners - Sunrise Medical SEDEO PRO Instructions For Use Manual

4.0 Warnings for Components and Options

WARNING!
• If you use parts or make changes not authorized by
Sunrise Medical it may create a safety hazard and will
void the warranty.

4.1 Armrests

DANGER!
Armrests will not bear the weight of the user.
1.
2. Never lift this system by its armrests. They may
come loose or break.
3.
When transferring the user in or out of the seating
system never use the armrest as a means of support.

4.2 Cushions

WARNING!
1. Standard foam cushions and other body supports are
not designed for the relief of pressure.
2. If you suffer from pressure sores, or if you are at risk
that they will occur, you may need a special seating
system or a device that will help control your posture.
• Consult your healthcare professional to find out if you
need such a device for your comfort and health.

4.3 Fasteners

DANGER!
Many of the screws, bolts and nuts on this system
are special high-strength fasteners. Use of improper
fasteners may cause your system to fail.
1. Only use fasteners provided by Sunrise Medical.
2. If fasteners become loose, tighten them immediately.
3. Do not over- or under-tightened fasteners as this can
cause damage to your system or it's components.
4.
Always tighten to specified torque. Specified torque
values are listed on page 38.
5.
Do not reuse fasteners.

4.4 Footplate and footrests

DANGER!
1. At the lowest point, footrests should be at least
2" (51mm) off the ground. If set too LOW, they
may "hang up" on obstacles you can expect to
find in normal use. This may cause the system to
stop suddenly and tip forward.
2. To avoid a trip or fall when you transfer:
• Make sure your feet do not "hang up" or get caught
in the space between the footrests.
•
Avoid putting weight on the footrests, as the system
may tip forward.
• Remove or swing the footrests out of the way, if
possible.
3. The footrest should always be in the down position
when operating the system.
4. Never lift this system by the footrests. Footrests
detach and will not bear the weight of this system. Lift
this system only by non-detachable parts of the main
frame.
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4.5 Positioning belts

DANGER!
The positioning belt is predominately used to support
your posture. It can also be used to limit slipping and/or
sliding that you might experience when the system is in
motion. The positioning belt is not a transit rated safety
belt and should not be used in the place of a seat belt
while being transported in a motor vehicle. Improper
use of positioning belts may cause severe injury or
death. If you use a positioning belt, be sure to follow
the recommendations in this section:
1. Make sure the rider does not slide down in the
seating system seat. If this occurs, the rider may suffer
chest compression or suffocate due to pressure from
the belts.
The belts must be snug, but must not be so tight that
2.
they interfere with breathing. You should be able to
slide your open hand, flat, between the belt and the
rider.
A pelvic wedge or a similar device can help keep the
3.
rider from sliding down in the seat. Consult with the
rider's doctor or healthcare professional to find out if
the rider needs such a device.
4. Use positioning belts only with a rider who can
cooperate. Make sure the rider or attendant can
easily remove the belts in case of emergency.
5. NEVER use positioning belts:
a. As a patient restraint. A restraint requires a
doctor's order.
b. On a rider who is comatose or agitated.
c. As a motor vehicle restraint. In an accident or
sudden stop the rider may be thrown from the
system. Seating system positioning belts will not
prevent this, and further injury may result from the
belts or straps.
If you fail to heed these warnings, damage to your
system, a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur
and cause severe injury to the rider or others.

4.6 Push handles

DANGER!
• Push handles provide secure points for an
attendant to propel and control the system. This
helps to prevent a fall or tip-over.
•
Check to make sure push handle grips will not
rotate or slip off.
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