Detaching And Attaching Pads; Detaching/Attaching The Seat Pad; Detaching And Attaching The Back Support Pad - Otto Bock Kimba Instructions For Use Manual

Use
Straps with metal closures may not be washed in the washing machine as the penetration of water could
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cause corrosion and subsequent malfunctions.
• Clean the belt straps by gently dabbing them with warm soapy water (with some disinfectant) or carefully wipe
with a dry, clean, absorbent cloth.
Cleaning a belt system with plastic closure
• Depending on the model, belts/straps with plastic buckles can be washed in the washing machine between
40 °C and 60 °C.
Recommendation: Use a laundry bag or net and mild detergent.
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• Alternatively, the belt straps can be cleaned by gently dabbing them with warm soapy water (with some disin­
fectant) or carefully wiped with a dry, clean, absorbent cloth.
Additional cleaning instructions
• Allow the belts to air dry. Ensure that the belts and pads are completely dry before installation.
• Do not expose the belts to direct heat (e.g. sunshine, stove or radiator).
• Do not iron or bleach the belts.

7.5.1.4 Detaching and attaching pads

The padding can be removed for care and maintenance of the product.

7.5.1.4.1 Detaching/attaching the seat pad

Detaching the seat pad
1) Disengage the rubber bands on the left and right sides of the leg support (see fig. 83, item 2).
2) Lift the pad and release it from the hook-and-loop fasteners.
3) Remove the pad (see fig. 84).
Attaching the seat pad
1) Attach the pad with the hook-and-loop fasteners (see fig. 84).
2) Push the seat pad under the supports at the sides (see fig. 83, item 1).
3) Attach the rubber bands on the left and right sides of the leg support (see fig. 83, item 2).
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7.5.1.4.2 Detaching and attaching the back support pad

INFORMATION
The manufacturer offers an appropriate back support pad for each back support type:
► High back support (see fig. 85)
► High back support with integrated head support (see fig. 86)
► Short back support with individually adjustable head supports (see page 19)
Detaching the back support pad
1) Release the twist lock for the pad behind the seat bottom (see fig. 87).
2) Open the zip fastener (see fig. 88) on the pad and remove the back support pad.
Attaching the back support pad
1) Place the pad in position and pull the lower end through between the back support and the seat bottom.
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