Permobil ROHO DRY FLOATATION Cushions Operation Manual page 6

ROHO DRY FLOATATION Cushions Operation Manual - Single Compartment, Sensor Ready, ENHANCER, Quadtro SELECT, Contour SELECT
Cushion Setup, continued
Inflate, cover, and transfer.
IMPORTANT - For SELECT Cushions:
Before inflating, you must unlock the ISOFLO Memory Control so that
all of the air cells will inflate. Push the green knob to unlock the ISOFLO
Memory Control.
Note: The ISOFLO can be accessed through an opening in the front of the
ROHO SELECT Cushion Cover (if used).
1 Inflate: Slide the hand pump nozzle over the inflation valve. Open the inflation valve. Inflate the
cushion until all of the air cells feel firm.
Close the inflation valve until it comes to a stop. Remove the hand pump. Make sure the
inflation valve is closed. Repeat for all inflation valves.
Note: To open, turn the inflation valve at least one full rotation. The inflation valve will spin
freely when open.
2 Cover: Place the cushion inside the cover. Refer to the instructions provided with the cover.
Note: Keeping a cover on the cushion will help to protect the cushion components.
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Transfer:
a. Place the cushion on the wheelchair with the air cells facing up and the non-skid surface of
the cover facing down. The symbol showing the seated figure on the cover may be used to
help orient cushion. (Fig.1)
Note: Consult the prescriber about alternate positions of inflation valve(s) and ISOFLO
Memory Control (for SELECT Cushions).
b. The individual should transfer to the wheelchair and sit in their usual sitting position. Make
sure that the cushion is centered underneath the individual. The inflation valve should be in
the front, on the left side of the seated individual. (Fig. 2)
Perform a hand check.
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To perform a hand check, use the width of your fingers to check the amount of air in the
cushion. When the cushion has the correct amount of air*, the individual is both immersed in
the cushion and supported by air:
a. Slide your hand between the cushion and the individual, and feel for the lowest bony
prominences. Suggestion: To help locate the bony prominences while performing a hand
check, lift and lower the leg.
b. Refer to the Hand Check Guide below to adjust the cushion.
IMPORTANT! Perform cushion setup with all valves. SELECT and ENHANCER Cushions may
require additional positioning and adjustment. See additional instructions on the next page.
HAND CHECK GUIDE
UNDERINFLATED!
Not able to move fingers.
Not enough air in the cushion.
Risk: Not supported by air.
If the cushion is UNDERINFLATED:
Add some air. Close the inflation valve. Perform
a hand check again. Repeat until the cushion has
the correct amount of air.
GREEN KNOB: Unlock
OVERINFLATED!
Can move fingers too freely.
Too much air in the cushion.
Risk: Not immersed in the
cushion.
If the cushion is OVERINFLATED:
Remove some air. Close the inflation valve.
Perform a hand check again. Repeat until the
cushion has the correct amount of air.
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Open
Fig. 1
* The recommended distance between the lowest
bony prominence and the seat surface is
½ - 1 in. (1.5 - 2.5 cm).
CORRECT AMOUNT OF AIR!
Able to slightly move fingers.
Immersed in the cushion and
supported by air.
If the cushion has the CORRECT AMOUNT OF
AIR, it is ready to use.
RED KNOB: Lock
Close
Fig. 2