Vicinity to Other Equipment ....................7 Incident Reporting ....................... 7 Additional Warnings and Safety Notices ................7 Components/Key Parts ......................8 Key Parts ..........................8 Heathfield Configurations ....................9 Installation ..........................10 Adjustments ........................10 3.1.1 Seat Depth ......................... 10 3.1.2...
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CONTENTS Disposal ..........................19 General Inspection and Maintenance ................... 20 Daily Checks - To Be Completed By User ................ 20 Service Interval ......................... 20 Nominal Service Life ......................20 Extending Nominal Service Life ..................21 User Serviceable Parts ..................... 21 Documentation/ Records ....................
If you require larger print or videos – these are available on the Smirthwaite website: www.smirthwaite.co.uk/product/heathfield-chair/ The information in this manual is important for the safety of anyone near the Heathfield chair and must be read and understood to help prevent injuries. It is also crucial to the proper operation and maintenance of the Heathfield chair.
European Community 1.4 Contraindications/Limitations There are no known “contraindications” associated with the usage of the Heathfield chair and its accessories, provided they are used as per manufacturer’s recommendations and guidelines. Smirthwaite Ltd. does not recommend a required number of care givers for the use of our...
Heathfield. The Heathfield is designed to be checked and adjusted by a therapist to ensure the child is seated correctly. 1.6 Chair Operating Environment The Heathfield chair is suitable for use within the professional health care facility environment as well as the home health care environment.
• Smirthwaite Ltd will not accept liability for any injury or damage incurred through such malpractices. Any repairs required must be carried out by Smirthwaite Ltd authorised personnel.
2 minutes. If in any doubt, always seek advice. Always turn hand wheels, levers and screws clockwise to tighten or anti-clockwise to loosen. Conveniently packaged in a single box (Figure 1) the following components are included with your new Heathfield chair (Table 1 and Figure 1):...
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.
INSTALLATION 3.0 INSTALLATION When delivered, the chair will be supplied fully assembled except for the attachment of any special accessories ordered. Export orders may require the chair to be fully assembled, which takes approximately 2 minutes If in any doubt, always seek advice. Always turn hand wheels, levers and screws clockwise to tighten or anti-clockwise to loosen.
INSTALLATION 3.1.2 Seat Height • To adjust the seat height, reposition the leg outriggers (Ref. 7 of Figure 3) using the tool provided for this purpose. • There are 2 screws per leg (Ref. 8 of Figure 3). • Ensure all leg outriggers are set to the same height.
INSTALLATION 3.1.4 Tray Accessory A wooden tray accessory is available for your Heathfield chair. The tray slides onto the armrests, and toggles are rotated to secure the tray into position. Ensure the armrests are set to the same height before sliding the tray into place.
INSTALLATION 3.1.7 Velcro Strap • The strap is secured by pressing the two Velcro sections together and is released by pulling the sections apart. • When Velcro straps are used, the Velcro should overlap by at least 75mm (3 inches)
COMPATIBLE ACCESSORIES 4.0 COMPATIBLE ACCESSORIES The Heathfield chair comes with a variety of compatible accessories. These accessories and part codes are listed below (Table 3); Accessories SIZE 1 SIZE 2 SIZE 3 SIZE 4 SIZE 5 SIZE 6 CODE CODE...
COMPATIBLE ACCESSORIES 4.1 Pommel • The pommel fits under the seat and is adjusted in and out by clamping with the handwheel (Ref. 13 of Figure 8). • The pommel can be rotated to increase the amount of abduction. Figure 8 4.2 Mobile Dolly Base •...
COMPATIBLE ACCESSORIES 4.4 Reversible Footboard • The footboard and skis are attached to the chair by four screws provided. • The screws fit into the chair outriggers on each side of the chair (Ref. 16 of Figure 11). • The footboard can be reversed by removing four screws (Ref.
395- 450- Table 4 The Heathfield chair comes complete with a buckle pelvic strap. The chair is available with fixed arms or adjustable arms. You can also choose from a contoured or flat seat. *Height of chair with contoured seat. The height with a flat seat is 25mm less.
It is not intended to be used in environments where there are rapid changes in the environmental temperature and humidity during intended use. The Heathfield chair suffers little from any effects of lint, dust and light. Lint – Due to there being no mechanical or electrical mechanisms on the ·...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 5.3 Standards Applied The standards that have been applied to the device are as follows: • BS EN ISO 12182:2012 (Assistive products for persons with disability. General requirements and test methods). • IEC 62366:2015 (Application of usability engineering to medical devices). •...
• Check the strap is securely fastened to the poppers on the underside of the chair. 6.2 Service Interval The Heathfield chair should be serviced every 3 years. Servicing must only be undertaken by a Smirthwaite Ltd. service engineer, or by a Smirthwaite Ltd. trained representative.
• Use by a client who is extremely active, either voluntarily or involuntarily. 6.4 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.
7.1 General cleaning The exterior of the Heathfield chair can be cleaned using a damp soapy cloth for general cleaning duties. Please ensure the cloth is damp and not wet. Ensure the exterior of the chair is dry after cleaning.
8.2 Warranty 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.
SERVICE DOCUMENTATION 8.3 Service Record History Complete this record after each service, repair inspection and/or maintenance. * Photocopy additional pages as required * 8.3.1 Product Information Model Size Date of Manufacture Serial Number 8.3.2 Service & inspection record form: Date Procedure Service Personnel...
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT 9.0 CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT Smirthwaite Ltd are committed to continuous improvement to their product range. Should you have any suggestions or comments please send them to our product design department at: info@smirthwaite.co.uk Smirthwaite Ltd reserve the right to change the specification or material without prior notice.
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