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Congratulations on your purchase of the APEX Examination Chair. We truly appreciate your business, and we’re grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us...
Important Safety Instructions THE SAFETY AND SATISFACTION OF OUR CUSTOMERS AND THEIR WARNING PATIENTS ARE THE HIGHEST PRIORITIES OF BOYD INDUSTRIES, INC. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE SAFE AND PROPER USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT AND SHOULD BE READ THOROUGHLY BY ALL OPERATORS PRIOR TO THEIR FIRST USE OF THE EQUIPMENT.
LEADS TO CREATING A MEDICAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND THE RESULT CAN BE A REDUCED LEVEL OF SAFETY. THE ONLY EQUIPMENT INTENDED TO BE CONNECTED TO THE CHAIR IS THE SOLAR LITE MANUFACTURED BY BOYD INDUSTRIES, INC. LAMPS ARE VERY HOT AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF TOUCHED AFTER...
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Section 1 Important Safety Instructions BOTH THE APEX 2300 AND 2310 CHAIRS HAVE A SLIGHT SPRING WARNING MECHANICAL ASSIST TO HELP POSITION THE CHAIR BACK TO A RECLINED POSITION OR RETURN IT TO AN UPRIGHT POSITION, BUT WILL NOT SUPPORT THE ENTIRE WEIGHT OF A PATIENT.
BOX. ENSURE THEY WILL NOT HIT ANYONE OR ANYTHING. EYE PROTECTION SHOULD BE WORN WHEN REMOVING THE PLASTIC BANDS. WATCH FOR SHARP EDGES. Check for damage before discarding the shipping material and notify Boyd NOTE Industries Customer Service if shipping damage is observed.
Section 3 Product Information 3.1 Description The APEX 2300 Series Examination chair is designed to provide a comfortable, adjustable platform for conducting routine examinations. The chair is adjustable from a straight up position to a flat horizontal position. A gas-filled dampening cylinder with spring tension is used to assist in returning the chair back to the sitting position.
Section 4 Installation General Information Refer to Table 3-1 for clearance requirements and determine an appropriate installation site. The installation should be close enough to a 115 VAC 20A wall receptacle to be reached by the 66” (1.68 m) power cord. The work area should include adequate overhead lighting to avoid casting shadows on the patient.
Section 4 Installation Wooden Floor Installation To Install the APEX 2300 and APEX 2310 Examination Chairs onto a wooden floor, Figure 4-2 refer to and proceed as follows: DISCONNECT ALL ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE MOVING CHAIR. WARNING It is recommended that #14 x 1-1/2” round head wood screws be used for wooden NOTE floor installation.
Section 4 Installation 4.4 Optional SOLARLITE Installation The APEX 2300 and APEX 2310 Examination Chairs are equipped with an ambidextrous bracket on the chair back which permits the installation of the optional S 900116 OR S 900117 SOLARLITE. Refer to Figure 4-3 and proceed as follows: 1.
Section 5 Operating Instructions 5.1 Location of Controls Figure 5-1 Locates the controls described in the following paragraphs. Head Rest Adjustment Optional SOLARLITE LOCK UNLOCK Backrest adjustment lock handle DOWN APEX 2300 height adjustment footswitch pedal and rotation lock 360° Swivel Base Figure 5-1 Location of Controls...
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Section 5 Operating Instructions 5.2 Pinch Points Specific areas on the chair may have a risk of injury due to pinch points. To minimize these risks be mindful of body part locations while the chair is moving. See Figure 5-2 for potential pinch point locations.
Section 5 Operating Instructions 5.3 Rotating Chair Position PATIENTS SHOULD ONLY ENTER OR LEAVE THE CHAIR WHEN IT IS IN THE WARNING LOWEST, UPRIGHT POSITION, AND THE ROTATION LOCK IS ENGAGED. FAILURE TO DO SOCOULD RESULT IN INJURY TO PERSONNEL OR PATIENT. The chair may be rotated a full 360 degrees and locked into position using the footswitch pedals.
Section 5 Operating Instructions 5.5 Multi-Position Headrest - APEX 2310 Only The multi-position headrest is adjusted by manipulating the pivoting arm assembly mounted on the back of the chair. The mechanism is restrained by a lever which is part of the assembly. See Figure 5-3.
Section 5 Operating Instructions 5.6 Multi-Position Headrest Friction Adjustment Occasionally the headrest may need to be tightened. Since it relies on friction to maintain a secure position, this adjustment may vary with users. To tighten this adjustment, See Figure 5-4 and proceed as follows: 1.
Section 5 Operating Instructions 5.7 Positioning the Arm Rests Arms on either side of the APEX 2300 and the APEX 2310 can be moved up and out of the way for patient entry or exit. To move the arms to a desired position, simply apply pressure upward or downward. 5.8 Tilting the Chair Back BOTH THE APEX 2300 AND APEX 2310 CHAIRS HAVE A SLIGHT SPRING WARNING...
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Section 5 Operating Instructions Chair Back Brake Handle Chair Cushion Handle Shaft Push Handle In Clockwise Direction To Lock Shoulder Screw Stop Collar Stop Screw Brake Handle Actuator Collar Handle Set Screws Set Screw Protruding Stop Screw Hex Shaft Figure 5-5 Adjusting Chair Back Brake...
This section provides information for cleaning and maintenance of your examination chair. Although the chair is maintenance free, it must be periodically cleaned. An established routine of cleaning will alleviate most potential problems. If repair becomes necessary, it is suggested that you contact Boyd Industries Technical Services Department. See Section 7 6.2 Cleaning...
Section 6 Care and Maintenance DO NOT MIX BLEACH (SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE ) WITH AMMONIA, ACIDS, OR OTHER CLEANERS. MIXING BLEACH WITH COMMON CLEANING PRODUCTS WARNING CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES. BE SURE TO ALWAYS READ THE PRODUCT LABEL BEFORE USING A CLEANING PRODUCT. 6.4.
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Section 6 Care and Maintenance Table 6-1 Cleaning and Disinfecting products derived from EPA List N: Active Reg. Ingredient(s) & Product Name Company Contact Time Concentration 1677-249 Isopropanol Klercide 70/30 IPA Ecolab Inc. 5 min. Quaternary 46781-6 ammonium; Cavicide Metrex Research 2 min.
Section 6 Care and Maintenance 6.3 Changing the SOLARLITE Halogen Bulb To change the halogen bulb in the SOLARLITE, Refer to Figure 6-1 and proceed as follows: DISCONNECT ALL ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE UNIT PRIOR TO REPLACING THE WARNING LAMP. LAMPS ARE VERY HOT AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF TOUCHED AFTER BEING USED.
SMR cabinets, chairs, and associated accessories include a one-year warranty from defects, which covers parts and labor. Except as set forth in this Limited One – Year Warranty, Boyd Industries, Inc. (the “Company”) hereby warrants that each SMR (ENT cabinets, exam chairs, and stools) product manufactured and sold by the company (“Product”) shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for one year...
If service is required at your location, a skilled technician or sales representative will be dispatched within 24 hours. If you have questions that are not covered in this manual, please call the Boyd Industries Technical Services Department as listed below:...
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AP X E Boyd Industries, Inc. 12900 44th Street North Clearwater, FL 33762...
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