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User Manual for all Spex Constructa Cushions (product code begins with '1102-') Revision:
Spex Constructa Cushion_20240109_v2_EN
User Name
Serial Number
IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION NOTICE:
This manual contains important instructions that must be passed on to the user of
this product. Please do not remove this user manual before delivery to the end user.
SUPPLIER: This manual must be given to the user of this product.
USER/CAREGIVER: Before using this product, read entire manual and save for future
reference. Transit Safety section MUST be read before product is used in a vehicle.
MD: This product is a Medical Device.
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  • Page 1 User Manual for all Spex Constructa Cushions (product code begins with ‘1102-’) Revision: Spex Constructa Cushion_20240109_v2_EN Installation & User Manual IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION NOTICE: User Name This manual contains important instructions that must be passed on to the user of this product.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Spex recommends that a clinician who is skilled in wheelchair seating should decide if the Constructa Cushion is appropriate for the user. They could be an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, or other health professional with training in wheelchair seating and positioning.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    • The Spex Constructa Cushion has been designed to be compatible with most wheelchairs. • The Spex Constructa Cushion must have a solid base to install to, such as a solid seat base or cushion rigidizer, which provides more stability to the user.

  • Page 4: Warnings

    Installing seating systems may affect the centre of gravity and could cause the wheelchair to tip. 6. The Spex Constructa Cushion has been designed as a cushion for wheelchair users. Never use your cushion in ways it is not designed to be used.

  • Page 5: Cushion Contents

    Once the user has finished using the Constructa Cushion, it must be refurbished and thoroughly cleaned if it is issued to another user. Below are the strict guidelines for refurbishing the Constructa Cushion. Spex takes no responsibility for contamination, cross infection, or damage. Spex recommends using AHP (Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide) disinfectant wipes.

  • Page 6: Disposal And Recycling

    Disposal and Recycling Many of the materials in your Spex Seating System can be recycled by taking it to a recycling centre. Thank you for looking after the environment! Follow all local laws and regulations when disposing of your Spex Seating System.

  • Page 7: Adjust The Cushion

    • Dump the cushion provide added stability • Angle the cushion to aid punting The Constructa Flex base has more adjustments for users with complex needs. If you have a Constructa Shape, you can go to ‘Positioning Block and Contour Adjustment’.

  • Page 8: Constructa Flex Base Adjustment

    SPEX CONSTRUCTA USER MANUAL spexseating.com Constructa Flex Base Adjustment Make adjustments to the base to change the shape of the cushion surface. Removing some of the positioning blocks may make it easier to adjust. The base should be adjusted before the contours.

  • Page 9: Positioning Block And Contour Adjustment

    These adjustments apply to both Shape and Flex cushions, the only difference is the split between the legs. The Constructa Flex cushion has pairs of: thigh block, pre-ischial shelf and medial contour pad. We recommend making the Flex Base adjustments (see previous) before refining the Positioning Blocks and Contour Pads.
  • Page 10 SPEX CONSTRUCTA USER MANUAL spexseating.com Images Description of Adjustment (for illustrative purposes only) Seat Depth and Pelvic Positioning Move or remove the 5cm Thigh Block to reduce the seat depth (bringing the Pre-Ischial Shelf forwards). This is also useful for supporting in posterior pelvic tilt.

  • Page 11: Other Foam Adjustment Tips

    • Positioning Blocks, Contours, and Bases can be cut to expand the adjustment range – replacement parts are available from our Constructa Cushion Spare Parts Script. Caution: Only use genuine Spex covers, accessories, and components with your cushion.
  • Page 12 SPEX CONSTRUCTA USER MANUAL spexseating.com Place the Overlay on top of the cushion and line up the front edge with the front edge of the Inner Cover. Press the Overlay into the leg troughs to match the cushion profile. Pull the Front Flaps tight and attach under the base.

  • Page 13: Fitting The Cushion

    5 years; however, the cushion needs to be checked regularly for performance. Spex recommends using AHP (Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide) disinfectant wipes. The disinfection product must be used as per the manufacturer instructions. Spex takes no responsibility for the effectiveness of the disinfecting process. Caution: •...

  • Page 14: Assembly, Use, Maintenance And Limitations

    Ensure the quick release latches are engaged. • Do not use the Spex Seating System as a vehicle seat if seating components which have not been successfully crash tested are used anywhere on the seating system. Spex seating is designed and certified using only Spex components.

  • Page 15: Transit Safety

    Spex Seating System has been designed to accommodate the proper use of vehicle-anchored belt restraints. Spex achieved a rating of Excellent (16 out of 16), for ease of properly positioning a belt restraint, and the degree to which proper belt restraint can be achieved, based on the methods of Annex D.
  • Page 16 SPEX CONSTRUCTA USER MANUAL spexseating.com Correct Positioning of Belt Restraints When using the Spex Seating System as a vehicle seat, both a pelvic- belt restraint and shoulder-belt restraint must always be used. To correctly position the belt restraints on the wheelchair occupant, the following must be ensured: •...
  • Page 17 The distance between the top of the user’s shoulder and the top of the back should not exceed 6.5” (16.5 cm). 2. The Spex Seating System must only be used with wheelchair bases that are tested as part of a wheelchair system that conforms to performance requirements of ISO 7176-19 and RESNA WC- 4:2017, Section 19.
  • Page 18 SPEX CONSTRUCTA USER MANUAL spexseating.com 12. The use of a postural pelvic belt attached to the wheelchair base or seat frame is encouraged during travel, but these belts should be positioned so that they don’t interfere with the proper positioning of crashworthy belt restraints, and they should not be relied on for occupant protection in crash situations unless the postural belt has been designed to comply with, and perform to the requirements of WC19.

  • Page 19: Warranty

    Warranty Every Constructa Cushion is carefully inspected to provide peak performance. We guarantee that your Constructa Cushion will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase, assuming normal use.
  • Page 20 SPEX CONSTRUCTA USER MANUAL spexseating.com Medicept 200 Homer Ave, Ashland, MA 01721 United States 32 Detroit Drive Tel: +1-508-231-8842 Rolleston 7675 New Zealand Spex Ltd Phone +64 3 307 9790 BEO MedConsulting Berlin GmbH Helmholtzstr. 2 solutions@spexseating.com D-10587 Berlin, Germany Tel: +49-30-318045-30 spexseating.com...

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