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Invacare SHAPE SENSOR User Manual

Invacare SHAPE SENSOR User Manual

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  • Page 1 SHAPE SENSOR USER MANUAL...

  • Page 2: T Special Notes

    CUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM A SHAPE SENSOR. It is also Invacare’s position that the SHAPE SENSOR be in a proper transport posi- tion and secured before transporting the shape sensor in a vehicle of any type.

  • Page 3: Safety Summary

    Make sure to use ONLY secure, nondetachable parts for hand-hold sup- ports. DO NOT attempt to lift the Shape Sensor by the seat sensor, back sensor, armrests, or legrests. Use the base frame for lifting purposes. Lifting by means of the removable (detachable) parts of a Shape Sensor may result in injury to the assistants or damage to the Shape Sensor.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Terminology and Parts Description ..................8 Unpacking and Assembly ....................... 9 Transporting ...........................11 Locking the Back Sensor Panel ......................11 Transporting a disassembled Shape Sensor ................... 12 Transporting an Assembled Shape Sensor ..................12 Transfers ..........................13 Independent............................13 With a Sliding Board ..........................13 With a Mechanical Lift Aid ........................

  • Page 5: Introduction To The Manual

    16. Confirm measurements for seat depth/tilt, back someone’s pelvis with their hands, but be right at height/angle. home electronically digitizing these same surfaces. 17. Transfer client off of Shape Sensor. The “Quick Start” section will allow those with previ- ® ous Silhouette experience to confirm the neces- 18.
  • Page 6 When a client is seated on a Shape Sensor, gravity tissue breakdown, to the thighs, an area better suited is the only force necessary to produce the seat con- for weight bearing.

  • Page 7: Appropriate Applications Of The Technology

    Shape Sensor. standing of the clients physical needs. A mat evalu- ation should always precede the fitting of the client in the Shape Sensor. This assessment will help determine the basic parameters of the support surfaces. Client Profiles and Disability Types...

  • Page 8: Terminology And Parts Description

    DO NOT use unauthorized parts, acces- tive forms that attach to the data panels using self ad- sories, or adapters other than autho- hesive strips. There are separate forms for the seat rized by Invacare. front and back. (Not Shown) 98-110...

  • Page 9: Unpacking And Assembly

    This lever the Shape Sensor. controls the tilt angle of the Shape Sensor. The lever is retractable, allowing it to be stored underneath the M. Gas Cylinders. The gas cylinders are used to frame.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY Assembly 1. Install the gas cylinder clevis pins through the frame clevis and gas cylinder receiving sockets (Figure FIGURE 3 ASSEMBLED BASE FRAME 6. Lock the rear wheel castors. 7. Carefully lift the seat sensor panel (using the pro- FIGURE 1 INSERTING THE CLEVIS AND HAIR vided handle) and position the forward locking clips PINS...

  • Page 11: Transporting

    (Fig- ure 6). Tighten these knobs to position the back The Shape Sensor can be transported either fully as- at the 95 degree angle mark. sembled, or in parts. What method is chosen is de- pendent upon the type of vehicle to be used and if a portable ramp is available.

  • Page 12: Transporting A Disassembled Shape Sensor

    Transporting an assembled Shape Sensor 1. Lock the back sensor panel into its retracted The Shape Sensor can be transported fully assembled position (See above). Never transport or lift the in a van. A ramp with a full width platform should be back sensor panel without it locked in the retracted used to make this process a safer procedure.

  • Page 13: Transfers

    TRANSFERS TRANSFERS Care must always be taken whenever an individual transfers onto or off of the Shape Sensor. The Shape Sensor’s back panel and the rear castors must both be locked before attempting a transfer. There are sev- eral methods of transfers, and what style is used should be determined by the client and/or caregivers.

  • Page 14: Stand And Pivot

    FIGURE 2 MOVE THE SEAT SENSOR BACK tors should be locked when a client is transferred on or off of the Shape Sensor, the Shape Sensor 4. Set and lock the seat depth. The back sensor is disassembled, or surfaces or system orienta- panel should be moved to its most rearward posi- tion is adjusted.
  • Page 15 ® CREATING A SILHOUETTE SYSTEM 5. Set and lock the back sensor angle. There are 7. Insert the data panels into the imprinters. The printed graduations on the back panel to assist in imprint handle must be all of the way to one side accurately recording this measurement.
  • Page 16 Be careful to not elevate or (Page 13) to assist with this important step. depress the shoulder girdle. 10. Orient the client on the Shape Sensor’s seat. 11. Orient the client to the Shape Sensor back. This orientation process requires that the clinician...
  • Page 17 ® CREATING A SILHOUETTE SYSTEM shoulders and hips. The client should have a natural 14. Take the back shape. Gently place one hand on forward gaze and not be pushed forward in the the individuals sternum while pulling the back sen- system (Figure 7).
  • Page 18 (use your legs) or seek assistance to avoid injury. 18. Transfer the client off of the Shape Sensor and position them in their own wheelchair. Make sure the back sensor panel is locked before the trans- fer, and that the client is supported properly and all belting/strapping is secured in their chair.
  • Page 19 Rail cuts on the back will allow the cushion to ex- software and can modify the cushion on screen tend between the push handles helping to increase before sending the data to Invacare. seat depth with maximum surface contact main- tained to the back. Rail cuts will require that the Cushion density.
  • Page 20 ® CREATING A SILHOUETTE SYSTEM ions on sling, modular shells, KwikFit, and cus- tom. ® Cushions on sling. The Silhouette cushions can work quite effectively, in some instances, when placed directly on a sling. The most common ap- plication is when a seat cushion is used by active user in an ultra-light base.

  • Page 21: Commonly Asked Questions

    The Shape Sensor is rated for up to 300 lbs. wheelchair’s seat tubes. Both the back and seat Low Floor to Seat Heights.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Keep the slotted seat rail free from debris. all things, problems may arise. Refer to this trouble ® If the Shape Sensor is used to make ContourU cush- shooting guide for answers to some of those prob- ions, then plaster should be prevented from getting into lems.
  • Page 23 HR 32 polyurethane foam with segmented top on the order form. section Fax the data forms along with the order form to Invacare Seat sensor depth: at 1-800-870-4928. This fax line can accommodate 17.5” front to back, adjustable to 11”...
  • Page 24 Form No. 98-110 Part No. 0900117 Rev. B (5/99) Printed in USA...

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