User Manual

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SPEX BACK SUPPORT USER MANUAL
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RISK OF ACCIDENT, INJURY, PAIN OR DEATH IF WARNINGS ARE NOT HEEDED
Seek assistance if you are uncertain about any of the following points
1. When installing a Back Support on to a wheelchair this may aect the centre of gravity and may
cause the wheelchair to tip backwards potentially resulting in injury or death. Always assess
for the potential need for anti-tippers to be added to the wheelchair to help increase stability.
2. Installation and adjustment of your Spex Back Support should be performed only by an au-
thorized dealer, qualied therapist or seating technician.
3. Failure to use the appropriate equipment for restraint in a vehicle can result in serious injury or
death.
4. The Back Support is shipped out with the brackets attached loosely. It is the installer’s respon-
sibility to ensure all hardware is tightened and the Back Support is locked rmly in place and
the quick release latches engaged correctly before the wheelchair is used.
5. Always ensure that the quick release latches are engaged correctly at all times. If the quick
release latches are not engaged, the Back Support may detach and cause injury.
6. Only use genuine Spex installation mounting hardware (as supplied) when installing the Back
Support to the wheelchair. If the wheelchair design is such that the Back Support attachment
hardware cannot be tted, phone your dealer for further installation options.
7. Do not use the Back Support to push or lift the wheelchair. Improper use may cause the back to
detach from the wheelchair resulting in damage.
8. Only use genuine Spex accessories, components and attachments to this Back Support.
9. Do not attach the Back Support to the wheelchair with the user still sitting in the wheelchair.
10. Never use your Back Support if any hardware is missing, malfunctioning, or broken. Seek quali-
ed assistance with any repairs, replacements or adjustments.
11. The Spex Back Support range has been specically designed as a rigid Back Support for us-
ers in mobility wheelchairs. Do not use the Back Support in any way not described and never
modify the Back Support.
12. Never use the Back Support without its cover. Care should be exercised near open ame or
burning cigarettes. Using the Back Support without its cover increases the risk of ammability
and skin damage.
13. Never exceed the weight capacity of your Back Support or the wheelchair as specied by the
wheelchair manufacturer.
14. Never perform exercise weight training that causes the user to exceed the weight capacity of
the wheelchair.
15. Care must be taken when undertaking a user transfer from the seating system. The user may
fall from the wheelchair or injure themselves when supports are removed.
16. Be aware of the pinch points. Ensure all body parts are kept clear during these movements and
adjustments.
WARNING