Convaid CuddleBug Guide de l'utilisateur

ENGLISHUser’s Guide CuddleBug Tilt-In-Space WheelchairSAVE THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCEREAD INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE7Seat-to-Footplate Height AdjustmentThe soles of the feet or heels shouldrest comfortably on top of the foot-plates. To achieve th

FITTING GUIDE8To achieve comfortable foot place-ment, the footplate angle may beadjusted. First loosen the four bolts onthe outer edge of the leg rest

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE9Positioning BeltsPositioning GuideThe Cuddle Bug comes with either a two-point or a three-point positioning belt.Both can be atta

10POSITIONING GUIDETo tighten:Tighten the positioning by pulling on the metal loop located onthe end of the strap. Fig. 23To loosen: Grasp buckle and

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE11Anterior Trunk Support VestThe Anterior Trunk Support helps the user to retain upright trunk position, andprevents forward slump

12POSITIONING GUIDELateral Thoracic SpportsLateral thoracic supports are used to maintain midline positioning of the trunk.To Open: Press latch locate

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE13Hip GuidesMedial Thigh Support (Pommel)Hip guides help to stabilize the pelvis. To adjust the width: Velcro thedesired number of

14POSITIONING GUIDEAdjustable Contour HeadrestDepth adjustment: Loosen the two nuts located on the upper portion of theheadrest. Slide the front brack

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE15Height Adjustable ArmrestFoot PositionerTo adjust height of armrests, loosenthe two round knobs and slide armrestto desired posi

16POSITIONING GUIDEHeight Adjustable Push HandleAngle Adjustment:Press and hold the grey detent button. Fig. 40 While holding the detent button,adjus

CONVAID USER’S GUIDEiNotice: The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this document may be photocopi

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE17Frame Positioning OptionsTilt:To tilt, squeeze the lever on the left side of the chair's handle and push down.Fig. 44 Relea

18FRAME POSITIONING OPTIONSHi / Lo Adjustment:Secure wheel locks prior to adjusting the height of the seat. Squeeze the leverlocated on the back of th

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE19Under Seat Storage TrayThe storage tray, which attaches tothe chair frame under the seat, isdesigned to hold disposables, miscel

20ACCESSORIESHeadrest Cover (Canopy)To attach canopy, rotate push handle down Fig. 54 & Fig. 55, then insert canopyrod into socket tubes located o

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE21Fabric RemovalChair fabric may be removed to facilitate cleaning. To remove seat upholstery and seatpad, unfasten the Velcro str

22WHEELSCleaningSpecificationsThe CuddleBug comes standard with 6" and 8" solid tires. When orderingreplacements, please have the following

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE23Locking and UnlockingFig.68 UnlockedFig.67 LockedTo lock, push down on rear lever of wheel lock. Fig. 67To unlock, press down on

24POSITIONING GUIDEFig.69Fig.70If the front wheels developa shimmy, use a wrench totighten the stem nut. Adjustthe stem nut clockwise untilthe shimmy

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE25Maintenance, Operating & Safety Instructions • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT• ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY

4. Safety Instructions• Follow folding/unfolding instructions.• Never leave occupied chair unattended.• Do not attempt to take occupied chair up or do

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Unfolding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE275. User MaintenanceThe following maintenance procedures should be conducted on a regularbasis: Examine your Convaid product visu

28CONSUMER INFORMATION6. Cleaning and disinfectionClean all areas that come in contact with user or caregiver with a disinfectantsolution.To prevent t

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE29Cleaning of wheels and brakes:Wheels should be kept free of dirt or mud so as to not interfere with pushingthe chair. The brakes

30CONSUMER INFORMATION9. RepairsUser: The user can replace easily removable parts or accessories, e.g. foot-plates and footrest assemblies, heel loops

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE3112. Functional Tests All four wheels should make contact with the floor. With the chair empty,push it forward on a smooth level

32NOTES

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1. Lay chair down with seat facing upward. Fig. 12. Push in grey detent buttons on the footplate, and swing footplate out and upward until parallel wi

4. Squeeze the lever located on the back of the seat and pull up on chair. Fig 45. Adjust handles and footplate into desired position.6. Apply wheel l

CONVAID USER’S GUIDE3FoldingFig.7Fig.6Fig.8Fig.91. Before folding, the front wheels of chair should be in a forward facing position for best results.

4SETTING UPFig.10 Fig.11Fig.12Fig.136. Once the chair is in the Lo position, locate the red loop next to the Hi/Lo leverand pull to the far left with

Seat DepthTo Adjust:1. Apply wheel locks.2. Loosen adjustment levers under the seat by rotating them once in a counter clockwise direction. Fig 14b3.

6FITTING GUIDESeat Back HeightProper seat width enables the user to sit comfortably andprevents problems from developing. While user is seated ona fla