Thank you Contents Thank you for purchasing a Repose Lynton rise recliner chair. The Dual or Single Tilt in Space mechanism options have interchangeable back and seat cushions for different Page postural and pressure management needs making this an ideal chair for domestic or care environments.
Postural positioning What The Expert Says The Lynton has functionality that can be used to alter some of the chair dimensions to aid a client’s postural requirements. All of the following adjustments will be advised and made by your supplier.
• You are ALWAYS careful to keep hands, other body parts and clothes away from the moving parts of the mechanism when checking or during usage to avoid them being trapped. Health, Safety and Correct • YOU NEVER exit the chair whilst the leg rest is elevated. •...
Maintenance and disposal Accupak Rechargeable Accupak Rechargeable • The rechargeable battery system is designed to be maintenance free. • DO NOT open the Accupak. Check the cables and connections regularly for any signs of damage. Battery System Battery System • DO NOT operate the system if there is any damage or if the unit gets too hot. (Optional Accessory) (Optional Accessory) •...
Maximum storage time is 12 months. • ONLY use a dry cloth to clean. • Damaged batteries must be disposed of immediately and in line with environmental regulations. Repose always recommend that a qualified chair technician carries out any checks.
Please ensure that you understand how these features can be used to benefit your client. We thoroughly. always recommend that if you are setting up or operating the Lynton with clients that have medical conditions that the features are used in line with recommended professional advice.
406mm (16''). The low profile model cannot have VAL fitted. The Lynton comes with durable lockable castors as standard which are designed to glide easily over low profile carpets, wooden and vinyl flooring. ALWAYS LOCK THE CASTORS when the chair Handset instructions is stationary, for making transfers or for making changes to the chair set-up.
The following instructions will aid use of your chair. Simply depress and release the desired button to reach the correct position as indicated. Dual Motor Tilt and Space (DTIS) – four button Single Motor Tilt and Space (STIS) – two button Independent Back Recline Independent Back Recline Back down...
The Lynton comes with a removable waterfall back cushion as standard, but with the option to The Lynton comes with an Easiform seat cushion as standard, but with the option to select from our select other removable and interchangeable back cushion configurations.
A range of headrests: Optional Accessories The following accessories are optional on the Lynton: • Replacement chaise cover and memory foam • Replacement or Alternative Pressure Management Options • Seat depth adjuster pads • 20 cycle rechargeable battery back-up system...
Two years on mechanisms, electrics, frame and upholstery. One year on air seat cushions. Fabrics and cleaning Repose will repair or replace, at our discretion and free of charge to the original purchaser, any parts covered by this warranty and which on examination, are found to be faulty in material and/ or workmanship.
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All alterations detailed in this section should only be undertaken by an authorised and approved chair technician. MODULAR ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS – The Lynton has been designed with ease of carrying and transport in mind. Some of the components (see sections below marked with an asterisk) can be transported separately and then assembled on site.
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Step 2 Mechanism Assembly Lower Bottom Frame onto Top Frame. Assembling this mechanism needs to be completed by an authorised and trained technician. It is imperative that it is done correctly as incorrect assembly could result in injury to the user. Please ensure you never place your fingers between two separate parts of the mechanism.
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Step 4 Step 5 From the outside of the mechanism insert the 4x short pins through the brackets and hinges as shown. On each short pin put two washers then loop the ring through the small hole at the end of the short Ensure the short pins have been pushed completely through.
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Step 7 Step 9 Lift the end of the motor up so the holes on the end of the motor align with the holes on the The power cable trailing from the rear of the mechanism should thread between the base and the bracket.
Step 1 Step 2 Wing Installation The Lynton comes with detachable wings. They are easy to fit and requires no tools: Step 1 Step 2 Firstly, lie the back on top of the base with the Lift the back and position the brackets over the top facing forward.
Arm Installation Arm installation No tools are required. Each arm comes with a pre-attached metal arm bracket (A). This bracket (A) fits over and sits tightly and securely against the corresponding bracket on the mechanism (B). If you need to fit or take off the arm tops see page see page 36. Image 3 Step 2 Once the arm is positioned you will need to put the chair into the rise position.
Seat Width Adjustment Channelled Leg Rest Installation The arm rests are removable and can be swapped between the two sides of the chair. You can do this to increase or decrease the seat width, the distance between the two arm rests. This will help the user to have good posture support whilst seated.
Step 5 Step 6 Enclosure Skirt Installation Attach rear bottom skirt Velcro (onto Attach side bottom (onto mechanism )and top mechanism). (onto arm bottom) skirt Velcro. There is the option to fit an enclosure skirt, but only with the standard VAL fitting. The skirt hides the mechanism when the chair is either in the full rise or recline positions.
Step 2 Seat Height Adjustment – Fitting the feet Always ensure that any castors are locked Fitting the Adjuster Feet before making any alterations. Ensure the area around the chair is clear of any obstructions as you firstly, need to tip the chair forward so it rests on the back and the arms.
Step 1 VAL Set-up Tip the chair forward so it rests on the floor on both the end of the arms and top of the backrest ensuring that the pins on either side of the chair are visible. When tipping the chair over ensure that you take care to protect the back and arms when they touch the floor.
A range of seat cushions with different pressure management options are available for the Lynton. Some of these are supplied by Repose and the details of these are shown on page 49. They are supplied fully assembled and can therefore be easily fitted as per the instructions on page 19 of this user manual.
Chair Dimensions Basic dimensions for Lynton Available seat and overall widths Recline and tilt angles A Overall height 1118mm 44" H Seat width 508mm 20" Back angle recline 93.5 -131˚ 37.5˚ range 559mm 22" 1130mm 44.5" Leg rest angle 85˚- 176.5˚...
Back Cushion Range Seat Cushion Range There are four interchangeable seat cushion options depending on your postural and comfort There are two main back options (1) and (2). Both of these options can be adapted respectively (3) requirements. They all have a pressure management range which is shown on the images and (4) below.
Please see below an example of the type of label you will find which shows the part number. Please contact service@reposefurniture.co.uk regarding any replacement parts, quoting the relevant part number. For a full list of replacement parts please see the separate Lynton Parts List Prism Medical UK Freeway Raiser Prism Medical UK Mackworth TA180 Stand Aid &...
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