If, during the use of this device or because of its use, a serious incident has occurred please report it to the manufacturer and to your national authority. Store this manual with the documents included with the Asiento chair. Contents of this manual are subject to change without prior written notice.
Symbols Used The Table below includes all Symbols from BS EN ISO 15223-1:2021 that can be found in this Manual and on the Product and what they represent. Refer to this Table when you are unsure of what a symbol represents. Catalogue number Place of Manufacture Serial number...
& out the seat & their safety when sitting in the Asiento. The Asiento (size 1 and 2) has a maximum weight limit of 80kg, the Asiento size 3 has a maximum weight limit of 120kg, this load must not be exceeded.
The user should NOT be left unattended whilst in the chair. Always ensure a responsible therapist or carer is in attendance. • If you believe the chair or any fitted accessory to be faulty at any time, do not use – contact Smirthwaite Ltd. by telephone on +44 (0)1626 835552. •...
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‘Daily checks, Servicing and Cleaning’ within this user manual. • The chair and its accessories are intended only for seating of a person. Smirthwaite will not be responsible for any damage caused by the misuse, neglect, or purposeful destruction of the unit, and/or its associated components.
When delivered, the chair will be supplied fully assembled except for the attachment of any special accessories ordered. Please see below to familiarise yourself with the components of the Asiento chair. If you have not received all the components listed below, contact your local Smirthwaite dealer immediately –...
Compatible Accessory List The Asiento chair comes with a variety of compatible accessories. These accessories and part codes are listed below. Table 3-1 Approved Accessories Size 1 Size 2 Size 3 Chest Harness ST088-Small/ST089- ST089-Medium/ST090 - ST090- Large/ST091 Medium Large...
3.1.2 Chest Harness The Chest Harness are installed and removed following the same process. Follow the instructions below to install and remove the Harness. To fit the harness, following these steps: Feed the 4 straps through cam locks (1,2,3 & 4 below). Fig.
Asiento. Manoeuvring the Chair The Asiento is designed with castors, allowing transfer and manoeuvrability of the chair, to manoeuvre correctly, follow the guidance below. When transferring the user to a different location using the chair, it is important to ensure that the chair is set at its lowest height position.
Adjustments The Asiento has components that are adjustable to your requirements. See the instructions below on how to adjust these components correctly. If you are unsure of any process, do not continue and seek advice. 4.4.1 Head Rest Position To adjust the head rest position, release the desired hand wheels, as shown in Fig.
4.4.6 Lateral Positioning To adjust the laterals in height and width, locate the hand wheels on the back of the chair and release. Once released you can move the laterals to the position desired, as shown in see Fig. 4-4-6-1 (highlighted in yellow). To release the lateral swing away mechanism, release the plunger pin located on the top of the lateral by pulling up, this will allow them to swing away, as shown in Fig.
Fig. 4-4-10-1 4.4.11 Dynamic Back Setting The asiento back features dynamic setting located on the shock absorber at the rear of the chair, as shown in Fig 4-4-11-1. To adjust these setting, please follow the guidance provided below. Fig. 4-4-11-1 4.4.11.1...
4.4.12 Leg Rest Angle To adjust the leg rest angle, locate the lever locks under the seat, as shown in Fig.4-4-12-1 (highlighted in yellow), which shows the chair from front to back. Release the lever locks and leg rests to the desired angle, once in place tighten the lever locks. Fig.
4.4.18 Tray Removal & Depth To change the tray depth, locate the small hand wheels on top of the tray assembly, see Fig. 4-4-18-1 (highlighted in yellow). Once located, release and push or pull the tray to the desired depth. Once in position, lock the tray in place by tightening the hand wheels. To remove the tray, simply repeat the first instructions and pull the tray all the way out of the location clamps.
Technical Specifications Asiento Chair Dimensions The diagram(s) above include the relevant dimensions of the chair, for further details on the chair specification, see the table below. All dimensions are in millimetres unless otherwise stated. Table – 5-1-1 Size 1 Size 2...
The Asiento chair suffers little from any effects of lint, dust, and light. • Lint – Due to there being no mechanical or electrical mechanisms on the Asiento chair, lint would not affect the chair working. •...
Daily Checks Inspection is to be completed prior to each use by the user of the Asiento chair. Should any of the components in the table below fail the inspection, DO NOT use the chair. Contact your local authorized dealer for service – contact details are on the last page of this manual.
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Seat Pad Inspect the seat pad for damage including cuts and breaks. Ensure that all the nuts and bolts that secure the seat pad are secure. Inspect the seat pad for any deformation due to fatigue. A badly deformed seat pad must be replaced. Arm Rests Inspect the arm rests for damage including cuts and breaks.
Cleaning To reduce the risk of cross-contamination it is recommended to clean the chair and accessories before use by a different person. Please follow the recommended cleaning guidelines below on cleaning and disinfecting the chair. Metal Frame Cleaning For mild cleaning the frames can be cleaned using a damp cloth, soap and water, or an antibacterial spray. For a deeper clean, a low-pressure steam cleaner can also be used.
Servicing No service is to be carried out on the Asiento chair while transferring a person to reduce the risk of injury. Service must be completed by a Smirthwaite authorised service engineer. Do not attempt to service the product yourself, or warranty is void.
10.0 Troubleshooting Should a problem arise with the use of the Asiento chair, review the table below. Find the fault and complete the recommended solution. If the fault is not found and/or the solution does not correct the problem, contact your local Smirthwaite authorised dealer immediately –...
11.0 Disposal When the chair has completed its life cycle and can no longer perform to its intended use safely the chair must be decommissioned by an approved service engineer. The following specifies the importance of correct disposal procedure including local laws and being environmentally friendly. Please observe the local laws on recycling and respect the current laws for disposal within the community the device is being used within.
13.0 Service Record History Complete this record after each service, repair inspection and/or maintenance. * Photocopy additional pages as required * 13.1.1 Product Information Model Size Date of Manufacture Serial Number 13.1.2 Service & inspection record for Date Procedure Service Personnel...
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While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this user manual, no liability can be accepted by Smirthwaite Ltd for any errors or omissions. Smirthwaite Ltd operates a policy of continuous improvement. Specifications and other data are subject to change without notice.
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