2. The User must ensure that the product is in good condition before use (check all nuts and bolts are fastened, fabric in good condition etc). If there are any problems, these must be reported to your Seating Matters provider and corrected before the chair is put into use.
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15. On powered options, please ensure that your chair is charged daily. Please call your Seating Matters provider if you have any questions on these points. KIDZ PHOENIX™ and KIDZ SORRENTO™ Instruction Manual...
KIDZ PHOENIX Basic dimensions TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Overall height 1220mm/48in Back height 680-830mm/27-33in Seat height 540mm/21in Overall Length 1020mm/40in Footplate height adjustments High 250mm/10in from seat 460mm/18in from seat Available seat and overall widths G (Seat width) H (Overall width) 250mm/10in* 555mm/21.5in...
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90° - 125° 35° range iv Tilt in space From 5° forward, or anterior, tilt to 30°. Chair weight unloaded is 51 Kg/112.4 lb/8.03 Stone. Chair user weight limit is 159 Kg/364 lb/25 Stone. KIDZ PHOENIX™ and KIDZ SORRENTO™ Instruction Manual...
Patient. Ensure all fixings are secure before allowing the Patient to sit in the chair. This includes lateral supports, arm adjustments, seat adjustment and footplate. Please call your Seating Matters provider if you have any questions on these points. This product should not be lifted at any time unless by competent persons trained in such manual handling.
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(fig.2b) Tilt the chair to the required position then let go of the release lever. In powered (fig.2b) Tilt in Space options, exercise care in case of injury KIDZ PHOENIX™ and KIDZ SORRENTO™ Instruction Manual...
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Thumb screws for seat depth (fig.3) to Patient or damage to surrounding environment. Powered adjustment is controlled via the handset (see page 14). • Seat depth: To increase or decrease seat depth, loosen the thumb screws set at 45 degrees under the seat. (fig.3 & fig.3b) Adjust the seat to the required depth by carefully pulling the seat out.
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(fig.3a, b & d) and carefully remove the arm and insert it into the desired height option on the frame of the chair (fig.3d). Secure the arms in place and ensure the thumb screws are tightened against the frame of the arm. KIDZ PHOENIX™ and KIDZ SORRENTO™ Instruction Manual...
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Manual Lever to elevate leg rest Elevating Leg Rest Footplate (fig.4) • Leg elevation: Before changing the angle of the elevating leg rest, the User or Patient must ensure there are no objects in the immediate environment that could obstruct the leg rest elevation or come into contact with the Patient's legs.
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• Seat cushion: The seat cushion on the KIDZ PHOENIX™ and KIDZ SORRENTO™ is a waterproof, pressure redistributing breathable medium foam cushion providing pressure management and comfort. The seat cushion will have non-slip material on one face and a zip closure on one side.
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• Partially motorised hand control: If your chair is a partially motorised model the Tilt In Space and Leg rest are controlled by the electric handset, simply push the button to operate the desired function. Tilt Up Tilt Down Leg Rest Up Leg Rest Down •...
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Back: This height adjustable, pressure redistributing, padded backrest with features to support kyphotic curve and integrated shoulder supports (KIDZ PHOENIX™ model only) is a fundamental aspect of this chair. User guide and operating instructions: Adjust the back height on this chair before seating the Patient.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT • Dartex Multi-stretch: Waterproof (stain resistant, flame retardant, multidirectional stretch for pressure redistribution i.e. seat cushion, calf panels, lateral supports and seat back. • Vinyl: Non-absorbent, anti-bacterial, flame retardant, strong, durable material for outer arms, outside back etc. Cleaning and Maintenance of Fabrics •...
• Contact your local authority or governmental agency for the regulations that apply in your area. • If you wish to have Seating Matters recycle your product and your behalf, you are welcome to return the product to our company.
Regional Variations The device referred to as a "Kidz Sorrento™" / "Kidz Phoenix™" is a Seating Matters product category and the information included in this document reflects common features of this group of products. In some regions of the world, we supply product design variations of equivalent function and ease-of-use but with alternative specifications or reinforcements.
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Parts can only be changed by service persons trained in Seating Matters products and use only Seating Matters parts. We recommend that your chair is serviced every year by a Seating Matters approved provider for any running repairs and maintenance.
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