User Manual - Invacare Flotech Range User Manual

Invacare® Flotech® Range
1 General
1.1 Introduction
This user manual contains important information about the
handling of the product. To ensure safety when using the
product, read the user manual carefully and follow the safety
instructions.
Invacare reserves the right to alter product specifications
without further notice.
Before reading this document, make sure you have the latest
version. You find the latest version as a PDF on the Invacare
website.
If you find that the font size in the printed document is
difficult to read, you can download the PDF version from the
website. The PDF can then be scaled on screen to a font size
that is more comfortable for you.
In case of a serious incident with the product, you should
inform the manufacturer and the competent authority in
your country.
1.2 Compliance
Quality is fundamental to the company's operation, working
within the disciplines of ISO 13485.
This product features the CE mark, in compliance with the
Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 Class I.
This product features the UKCA mark, in compliance with
Part II UK MDR 2002 (as amended) Class I.
We are continuously working towards ensuring that the
company's impact on the environment, locally and globally, is
reduced to a minimum.
We only use REACH compliant materials and components.
1.3 Service Life
The expected service life of this product is three years when
used daily and in accordance with the safety instructions,
maintenance intervals and correct use, stated in this manual.
The effective service life can vary according to frequency and
intensity of use.
1.4 Warranty Information
We provide a manufacturer's warranty for the product
in accordance with our General Terms and Conditions of
Business in the respective countries.
Warranty claims can only be made through the provider from
whom the product was obtained.
1.5 Limitation of Liability
Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from:
• Non-compliance with the user manual
• Incorrect use
• Natural wear and tear
• Incorrect assembly or set-up by the purchaser or a third
party
• Technical modifications
• Unauthorised modifications and/or use of unsuitable
spare parts
2 Safety
2.1 General Safety Information
Education, clinical judgement and action-based planning
based on vulnerability are fundamental factors in prevention
of pressure injuries.
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A range of assessment scales can be used as a formal method
IenI of assessing risk from pressure injury development, and
should be used in conjunction with an informal assessment
(informed nursing judgement). Informal assessment is
considered to be of greater importance and clinical value.
WARNING!
Risk of Serious Injury or Damage
Improper use of this product may cause injury
or damage.
– If you are unable to understand the warnings,
cautions or instructions, contact a health care
professional or provider before attempting to
use this equipment.
– Do not use this product or any available
optional equipment without first completely
reading and understanding these instructions
and any additional instructional material such
as user manual, service manual or instruction
sheet supplied with this product or optional
equipment.
WARNING!
Risk of Developing Pressure Injuries
Any object between the user and the pressure
reducing surface may result in the development
of pressure injuries.
– Make sure that the support surface in contact
with the user is kept free from crumbs and
other food debris.
– Drip cables and other foreign objects must not
become trapped between the user and the
pressure reducing surface.
CAUTION!
Risk of Injury or Damage to Property
– Before use, check the product for any defect.
– Do not use a defective product.
2.2 Safety Information for Transport
• Take care when handling the product to avoid any
damage.
• Avoid contact with jewellery, nails, abrasive surfaces etc.
• Avoid contact with walls, door frames, door catches or
locks etc.
• Do not transport in roll cages unless completely
protected from the sharp edges of the cage.
3 Product Overview
3.1 Product Description
The Invacare Flotech range of products consist of Cushions
and Back Supports, made of a unique, pressure reducing,
ergonomically designed foam, which is moulded to provide
comfort, postural support and stability.
The foam has different shapes, densities and depending on
the cushion model can be also equipped with non-toxic
silicone fluid to optimise pressure distribution.
The standard outer cover is multi stretch, water resistant,
breathable and has an anti-slip base.
The spacer cover promotes passive air flow to assist with
temperature management and has an anti-slip base.
An option to have a felt base to ensure maximum
contact area with the wheelchair is available. This is
not recommended for armchairs.
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