Motion Concepts Matrx FLIPP LOXX Installation And Setup page 3

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IMPORTANT! When applicable, please refer to the OEM Headrest Pad Owners Manual
(provided separately) for additional safety information, warnings and cautions related to
the installation and care of the headrest pad.
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The following symbols are used throughout this user manual to identify warnings, cautions and
important notes. It is very important that you read and understand them completely.
IMPORTANT! Indicates important information which if not followed could result in damage
to the product.
CAUTION! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in
product damage, minor injury or both.
WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result
in death or serious injury.
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The expected service life of this product is three years when used in accordance with safety instructions
and intended use, stated in this manual. The eff ective service life can vary depending on frequency and
intensity of use.
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Our FLIPP LOXX ™ Mounting Hardware incorporates a lock/release latch mechanism to temporarily
rotate the headrest* by 90° without requiring complete detachment. The Flipp Loxx
designed for use with most industry standard headrest pads, and is fully compatible with our line of
Matrx Elan Headrest Pads (*headrest pads are sold separately).
WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury
Injury may occur during use of the wheelchair if a headrest is wrongly adjusted or not
installed correctly. The users neck may become hyperextended in the event of a collision,
or when the system is tilted or reclined.
• This product must be fitted by an experienced clinician or technician.
• Before each use, check that all mounting/adjustment hardware is securely fastened.
WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury
Risk of serious injury when transporting a client in a motor vehicle within a wheelchair
fi tted with the Matrx
• Wherever practicable Motion Concepts recommends that the client is transferred out of the
wheelchair into a vehicle seat using a lap and diagonal seat belt or an appropriate child safety seat.
• For safe transportation of a client within a wheelchair in a motor vehicle, refer to the user
manuals for the wheelchair and the tie-down and occupant restraint system (WTORS).
WARNING! Risk of injury
• Inspect the headrest hardware to ensure that there are no missing or damaged parts.
WARNING! Risk of injury
• Before drilling or modifying any back shell, always contact the back manufacturer to ensure
the back is recommended for a headrest application.
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