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SHONAQUIP
User Manual
SOCIAL ENTERPRISE
Enabling inclusion
Address: Independence Square, Unit 7 & 8,
Cnr Strandfontein & New Ottery Road, Ottery 7808
Tel: +27 21 797 8239
Email: info@ShonaquipSE.org.za
For more information on this product and any others in our range visit:
www.ShonaquipSE.org.za
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- Page 1 SHONAQUIP User Manual SOCIAL ENTERPRISE Enabling inclusion Address: Independence Square, Unit 7 & 8, Cnr Strandfontein & New Ottery Road, Ottery 7808 Tel: +27 21 797 8239 Email: info@ShonaquipSE.org.za For more information on this product and any others in our range visit:...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
tess CONTENT Product Intro Kids Sizes Adults Sizes Certification TESS BACK Components Box Contents Attachment of Clamps Height Adjustment Width Adjustment Angle & Depth Adjustment Fitting & Removing Maintenance Spares Warranty Document Version: 2 07/2022... -
Page 3: Product Intro
KIDS SIZES PRODUCT INTRO The TESS BACK is a rigid back support system with over 30 different back and side support (Dimension tolerance +-10mm) combinations. These can be adjusted to support a wide variety of basic to intermediate wheelchair users who require firm pelvis, posterior and trunk side support. It can be fitted onto a wide range of different wheelchairs, both manual and motorised. -
Page 4: Adults Sizes
Always use an appropriate pressure care cushion in Tess Select Back Tess Back Width Range Select Lateral Height Bracket conjunction with your TESS BACK. Contact Shonaquip to find out more. CAUTION Back Option Height and Depth Bracket... -
Page 5: Box Contents
BOX CONTENTS ATTACHMENT OF CLAMPS TOOLS REQUIRED: Included in the box along with a partially assembled TESS BACK are clamps and pins for mounting and tools to help with the set up. *Always consult an experienced ADULT 12” - 20” KIDS 8”... - Page 6 ATTACHMENT OF CLAMPS CONT. Make sure the bolt faces outwards ensuring that the clamp with the threaded hole is on the STEP 1: ATTACHMENT TO WHEELCHAIR inside and the clamp with the smooth hole is To fit the TESS BACK you will need to attach on the outside.
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Page 7: Height Adjustment
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT STEP 2: ADJUSTING HEIGHT Remember to check the height position of TOOLS REQUIRED: the TESS BACK with the user seated in the *Always consult chair. an experienced seating practitioner before adjustments to the seating 5mm Allen Key are made. Correctly positioning the TESS on the wheelchair back posts is as simple as loosening and moving the clamps. -
Page 8: Width Adjustment
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CONT. CHECK WIDTH MEASUREMENTS FINAL STEP: Measure the user’s trunk width. Tighten the clamp bolts again once this Measure the width between the trunk side position has been determined. supports of the TESS BACK is correct for the user’s trunk. If the user is self-propelling check that the user is able to reach the wheels Place the user back in the wheelchair. - Page 9 WIDTH ADJUSTMENT CONT. Also recheck two finger /30mm gap between Trunk Side Support and the STEP 2: SELECT WIDTH POSITION user’s armpit (axilla). With the user leaning forward and the assistance of someone offering support in the front, the trunk side supports can be positioned into place on either side of the user’s trunk.
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Page 10: Angle & Depth Adjustment
ANGLE & DEPTH ADJUSTMENT STEP 2A: SELECT ANGLE POSITION With both hands supporting the back panel TOOLS REQUIRED: the angle can be adjusted. *Always consult an experienced seating practitioner before adjustments 10mm Spanner (kids sizes 8”-12”) to the seating are made. Addtional 13mm Spanner for (Adult sizes 12”-20”) STEP 2B: SELECT DEPTH POSITION The TESS BACK can be adjusted in angle by 15°... -
Page 11: Fitting & Removing
ANGLE & DEPTH ADJUSTMENT CONT. FITTING & REMOVING STEP 3: RETIGHTEN THE BOLTS FITTING: To fit, bring the TESS BACK towards the Retighten the bolts and check fitment with the user. clamps. Once it touches the back post push it down to nest behind the pins. REMOVAL: FINAL STEP: CHECK FITMENT WITH USER Removal is the reverse of fitting. -
Page 12: Maintenance
* For additional information on fitting and adjustment of the TESS BACK, please contact wheelchair back posts. Shonaquip directly by phone +27 (21) 797 8239 or email info@ShonaquipSE.org.za All the tools needed for maintenance are supplied with the TESS BACK. -
Page 13: Spares
MAINTENANCE CONT. SPARES PART NAME PART CODE COVERS: The covers can be removed for cleaning. The clean the outside fabric wipe clean with a Tess Back Cover Set Specify the TESS damp sponge and water. For hardier stains hand wash the covers with a little soap. BACK width, back height &... -
Page 14: Warranty
WARRANTY NOTES As part of our commitment to clients for life, Shonaquip will make every attempt to support its products throughout the life of the product given normal use and reasonable wear and tear. Warranty is provided on the TESS BACK for a period of 1 year from date of issue.
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