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D I R E C T H E A L T H C A R E G R O U P . C O M

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  • Page 1 Florien Fife User Manual D I R E C T H E A L T H C A R E G R O U P . C O M...
  • Page 2 F L O R I E N F I F E Important: Read carefully before use and retain for future reference. It is the carer/user’s responsibility to ensure they are fully aware of and have understood all the safety and other instructions contained in these pages before installing or using the chair.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3.1. Intended Use ............6 9.3. Cleaning ...............16 3.2. Who is the Florien Fife Suitable for? ......6 9.3.1. Frame Cleaning ...........17 3.3. Who is the Florien Fife not Suitable for? ......6 9.3.2. Upholstery Cleaning ..........17 4. Product Information ..........6 10. Technical Data............18 4.1.

  • Page 4: Introduction To The Florien Fife Chair

    Thank you for purchasing a Direct Healthcare Group (DHG) Florien Fife chair. The purpose of the Florien Fife chair is to provide a configurable modular chair that can meet a variety of user needs for those with moderate to severe seating difficulties and for those seated for lengthy periods.

  • Page 5: Warranty Guidelines

    Rectify the defect materials for a period of twelve (12) months from date of delivery. The Florien Fife chair frame has a ten (10) year warranty, subject to b) Where in the opinion of Direct Healthcare Group, rectification is warranty guidelines 2.3 –...

  • Page 6: Clinical Application

    Meets ‘The Furniture & Furnishing (Fire) (Safety) Amendment Regulations 1993’ 4.2. Key Features The Florien Fife chair incorporates a range of features to enable suitable occupants to achieve an appropriate seated position. • Manual Tilt-in-Space action • Multi-Positioning, integral headrest •...

  • Page 7: Pressure Management Option

    4.3. Pressure Management Option Pressure management is critical for those who are seated for long periods. The Florien Fife has pressure relieving foams on all contact surface areas of the chair and further options are available for the seat module in accordance with the occupant’s needs.

  • Page 8: Instructions For Use

    Products must never be modified or altered after purchase other than by Direct Healthcare Group authorised personnel. It is important that Florien Fife chairs are used appropriately, if there is any doubt as to the suitability of the product for the user, professional advice should be sought from a qualified healthcare professional such as an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Tissue Viability Nurse or a moving and handling specialist.

  • Page 9: Directional Lock Castors

    6.2.1. Directional Lock Castors (optional accessory) The Florien Fife chairs can be fitted with a directional lock castor as an optional accessory. This allows one castor to be locked in the ‘straight-ahead’ direction. The back right wheel is a directional locking castor (green) that can be locked in the straight ahead position making it easier to push the chair in a straight line.

  • Page 10: Legrest Elevation

    6.5. Built-in Headrest The built-in headrest is an integral part of the back of the Florien Fife chair. The pivot point is located approximately 30cm (12 inches) from the top of the chair. To adjust the headrest: Stand behind the chair and place one hand on the push handle.

  • Page 11: Height Adjustable Flip-Up Footrest

    6.8 Waterfall Backrest The Florien Fife has a Waterfall Backrest. This is comprised of four waterfall cushions – the top and bottom cushions are held in place with Velcro while the middle two cushions are stitched onto the back module.

  • Page 12: Accessories

    Freephone 0800 043 0881 or your local retailer for current pricing and availability. If you are unsure about the suitability of any of these accessories for your Florien Fife chair, please seek advice and input from a qualified Occupational Therapist, healthcare professional and/or Direct Healthcare Group representative/retailer before purchasing.

  • Page 13: Four Point Harness

    U S E R M A N U A L D-Ring Fixing The chair may come pre-fitted with D-Ring straps if ordered at the time of manufacture. If so, these will normally be visible near the interface between the seat module and the back cushion. In this case, the Lap-Belt can be fixed to the D-Rings by simply snapping the spring clip on the end of the Lap-Belt onto the visible D-Ring.

  • Page 14: Pelvic Positioner

    F L O R I E N F I F E 7.4. Pelvic Positioner The Pelvic Positioner is used to help position occupants securely in the back of the chair for those with low muscle tone or control in their pelvis. Fitting the Pelvic Positioner to the chair Ensure the chair is unoccupied before fitting the Pelvic Positioner.

  • Page 15: Re-Use And Re-Issue

    8.1. Modularity The Florien Fife chair has a durable frame with modular arm, seat and legrest components, along with a backrest comprised of three waterfall cushions. These components can be purchased separately as required, whether to replace a worn module or cushion, or to re-issue to another user.

  • Page 16: Care And Maintenance

    F L O R I E N F I F E 9. Care and Maintenance Every time the chair is used, check for signs of damage or excessive wear and tear. If the chair displays signs of excessive wear and tear take out of service immediately and contact Direct Healthcare Group Customer Care Team on Freephone 0800 043 0881 or your local retailer for advice about repair and refurbishment.

  • Page 17: Frame Cleaning

    U S E R M A N U A L 9.3.1. Frame Cleaning The metal framework of the chair can be cleaned with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. IMPORTANT Cleaning with scouring pads is not recommended. 9.3.2. Upholstery Cleaning IMPORTANT Check the type of upholstery before cleaning to ensure correct agents are used.

  • Page 18: Technical Data

    Maximum user weight limit 180kg (353lbs) or 28 stone Please adhere to the user weight limit for the Florien Fife chair and note your warranty will be void and user safety may be compromised should the weight limit be exceeded.

  • Page 19: Flammability Testing

    10.4.3. Quality and Environmental 11. Customer Support Should you have any concerns or are experiencing any problems regarding the set up or maintenance of your Florien Fife chair please contact our Customer Care Team on Freephone 0800 043 0881. D I R E C T H E A L T H C A R E G R O U P . C O M...
  • Page 20 PRESSURE ULCER PREVENTION SAFE MOVING & HANDLING SPECIALIST THERAPIES BATHROOM SAFETY RENTAL & SERVICE SOLUTIONS Direct Healthcare Group Ltd Withey Court, Western Industrial Estate Caerphilly, United Kingdom CF83 1BF T: +44 (0) 800 043 0881 F: +44 (0) 845 459 9832 E: info@directhealthcaregroup.com EU Authorised Representative, Importer and Distributor:...

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