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- Page 1 Blue Wave Bathing System E541, E542, & E543 Product Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Check your order Basic components Legs Seat and back Head blocks Standard fabric cover Soft fabric cover Leg straps Accessories Tub stand Shower stand Conversion kit Operation and maintenance Cleaning and warranty Materials and user modifi cations © 2015 Rifton Equipment... - Page 3 Use this key to determine which sections of this product manual apply to you. Technical Users For professionals who order and set up Rifton products. Home Users For care-givers who use Rifton products on a regular basis. Maintenance Personnel For anyone who is responsible for service or re-ordering of Rifton products and parts.
- Page 4 ○ Immediately remove this product from use when any condition develops that might make operation unsafe. ○ Do not use Rifton components or products for any purpose other than their intended use.
- Page 5 Recommended use The Blue Wave bathing system is a Class 1 medical device. The basic bath chair, with the optional tub stand or rolling shower stand, provides a stable, quick-drying seat for bathing. It provides safety and comfort for both bather and caregiver. Two types of fabric, either standard or soft, are available to meet the needs of different clients.
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Page 6: Check Your Order
Check your order Your Blue Wave bath chair, tub stand, or shower stand comes completely assembled. The chair ships with the legs in the collapsed position and the headblocks attached underneath. Reposition before use. If your shipment is incomplete or in any way damaged on arrival, please call Customer Service, 800.571.8198. -
Page 7: Seat And Back
Seat and back The seat and back adjust in 22˚ increments to accommodate a variety of users. To adjust the seat (see Figure 7a): 1. Pull red triggers on both side of the frame. 2. Rotate seat and/or back to appropriate position. -
Page 8: Standard Fabric Cover
Covers Standard fabric The vinyl-covered polyester mesh provides a taut, fi rm surface that dries quickly (see Figure 8a). Chest straps The standard fabric cover comes with Figure 8a one chest strap, which may be used to position and support the user. Additional straps may be ordered if needed. - Page 9 Soft fabric The soft polyester-knit is suitable for younger clients, or for clients with sensitive skin (see Figure 9a). Chest strap The soft fabric cover has a polyester knit chest strap providing a comfortable Figure 9a ‘hug’ for secure lateral positioning. Extra padding between fabric and frame softens surface contact.
- Page 10 Leg straps The leg straps thread through loops in the cover and can be adjusted around the user’s legs (see Figure 10a and 10b). All straps can be removed. Adjustments can be made with user in chair. Figure 10a Figure 10b...
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Page 11: Accessories
Accessories To prevent falls, make WARNING sure all four chair legs are fi rmly latched in the sockets on the stand before using the tub stand or shower stand. Blue Wave tub stand Figure 11a The Blue Wave tub stand (see Figure 11a) raises the chair to a working height of 9”... -
Page 12: Conversion Kit
Blue Wave shower stand To prevent falls, lock WARNING the four casters on the shower stand during use. The Blue Wave shower stand (see Figure 12a) puts the bath chair on wheels (see Figure 12b), at standing height for the caregiver. - Page 13 Operation The Rifton Blue Wave bath chair is intended for use in a bathtub or shower. Its adjustability and accessories enable bathing for clients with a wide range of disabilities. The seat and backrest are angle adjustable to accommodate positioning needs. Head blocks, chest straps and leg straps are designed for the safety of the client and must be carefully adjusted for comfort and security.
- Page 14 Do not use chemicals or lubricants. Warranty Statement If a Rifton product breaks or fails in service during the fi rst year, we will replace it free of charge.
- Page 15 All materials are latex, lead and phthalates free. User modifi cations To prevent serious injury or death, do not modify or alter Rifton WARNING products or components, or use Rifton products or components in conjunction with products from other manufacturers. Rifton does not accept responsibility for any modifi...
- Page 16 Use only replacement parts supplied by Rifton Equipment. We are glad to supply replacement parts. Although Rifton makes every effort to supply correct parts and instructions for repairing or refurbishing your equipment, you are responsible to make sure that the repairs or modifi cations are correctly and safely completed.
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