Cushion Adjustment - Permobil ROHO Nexus SPIRIT NS1414C Operation Manual

Cushion Adjustment

Warnings:
- DO NOT an underinflated or overinflated cushion because the product benefits will be
reduced or eliminated, resulting in an increased risk to skin and other soft tissue. If the
cushion does not appear to be holding air, or if you are not able to inflate or deflate the
cushion, see "Troubleshooting". Immediately contact your equipment provider, distributor, or
Customer Support if the problem persists.
- When possible, use hook and loop fasteners to further secure the cushion to the seating
surface.
- The cushion must be used with the provided cover.
1. Place the cushion in the wheelchair with
the air cells facing up and the non-skid
surface of the cover facing down.
2. Open the valve flap and slide the rubber
nozzle of the hand pump over the
inflation valve. Pinch the nozzle, open the
inflation valve, and inflate the air cells.
3. When the air cells begin to arch slightly,
pinch the rubber nozzle of the hand pump
and close the inflation valve completely. Remove
the hand pump.
4. The individual should sit in the chair in their usual
position. Confirm that the boniest prominences are
supported by the air cells.
5. Slide your hand between the air cells and the
individual. Lift the leg slightly and feel for the lowest
bony prominence, and then lower the leg to a sitting
position.
6. Open the valve to remove air, keeping your hand
beneath the individual's lowest bony prominence.
Release air until you are barely able to move your
fingertips. Close the valve. Note: For two-valve
cushions, repeat all steps for both valves.
Warnings:
- Make sure that there is at least 1/2 in. (1.5 cm) of air
supporting the individual's lowest bony prominences.
- After setting up the cushion the first time, check
inflation frequently, at least once a day.
ROHO nexus SPIRIT Cushion Operation Manual
Contoured Foam Base
4
Valve Flap
Air Cells
Open
The seated figure shows
product orientation.
= 1/2" - 1" (1.5 cm - 2.5 cm)
recommended distance between the
individual and the seating surface.
Close