Invacare DBPA - Manual

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NOTE: Check all parts for shipping damage and test be-
fore use. In case of damage, DO NOT use. Contact your
equipment supplier for further instruction.
SAFETY SUMMARY
The following recommendations are made for the
safe installation of the Infinity Drop Base:
GENERAL WARNINGS
DO NOT install this equipment without first read-
ing and understanding this instruction sheet. If you
are unable to understand these instructions, con-
tact a healthcare professional, dealer or techni-
cal personnel if applicable before attempting to
install this equipment - otherwise, injury or dam-
age may occur.
Skin condition should be checked very frequently
after the installation of any new seat.
AS REGARDS RESTRAINTS - SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS
- IT IS THE OBLIGATION OF THE DME DEALER, THERA-
PISTS AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS TO
DETERMINE IF A SEAT POSITIONING STRAP IS RE-
QUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS
EQUIPMENT BY THE USER. SERIOUS INJURY CAN OC-
CUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM A WHEELCHAIR.
INSTALLATION WARNINGS
This drop base MUST be used with rail clamps.
Otherwise the drop base will not be secured to
the wheelchair resulting in possible injury and or
damage.
Make sure the drop base is approximately cen-
tered on the wheelchair.
Make sure the mounting hooks sit flush with the
crossbraces of the wheelchair.
Always test to see that the drop base is properly
and securely locked in place BEFORE using.
Make certain ALL hardware is tight at all times.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The best way to avoid problems related to pressure sores
is to understand their causes and your role in a skin man-
agement program.
Your therapist and physician should be consulted if you
have questions regarding individual limitations and needs.
INTRODUCTION
The Drop Base is designed to provide a stable base of sup-
port for the individual who uses a seat cushion in the wheel-
chair. Using the Drop Base on certain wheelchairs may allow
the seat cushion to be lowered up to two (2) inches (5 cm).
Installation, Assembly and Operating Instructions
INFINITY ™ DROP BASE
The Drop Base lowers seat cushion height for improved fit
under tables or desks and improves foot propulsion.
The Drop Base is manufactured with universal crossbrace
cutouts which allow the Drop Base to fit most Invacare Manual
(Drop Base Model: DBA) and Power Wheelchairs (Drop
Base Model: DBPA).
Adjustable mounting hooks allow for changes of depth, height
or angle in the field and also can be used for clinical evalua-
tion. Refer to ADJUSTING INFINITY DROP BASE in this
instruction sheet.
This kit includes the following:
Description Quantity
Drop Base 1
Screws 8
Mounting Hook Glides 8
* Mounting Hooks 4
Instruction sheet 1074563 1
*Note: Mounting hooks are universal for 7/8-inch and 1-inch
tubing.
ASSEMBLING/ADJUSTING DROP
BASE (FIGURE 1)
NOTE: Refer to the INSTALLATION WARNINGS in the
SAFETY SUMMARY of this instruction sheet.
1. Install rail clamps onto the wheelchair if not already in-
stalled. Refer to instruction sheet part number 1074563.
2. Determine necessary position of the seat for the user.
NOTE: This includes seat width, height, angle and depth.
NOTE: HEIGHT - The amount of drop on each wheelchair
varies depending on style of wheelchair (Hemi-height ver-
sus Standard height). On some wheelchairs, the crossbraces
may hit the Drop Base preventing maximum drop.
NOTE: ANGLE - The base brackets may be positioned UP
or DOWN (Refer to FIGURE 1). Base Brackets are factory
installed in UP position.
NOTE: ANGLE - Front mounting hooks may be positioned
1-inch higher or lower than rear mounting hooks.
NOTE: DEPTH - It may be necessary to reposition the front
base brackets forward and/or rearward to secure the drop
base to the wheelchair with the rail clamps. Front Base Brack-
ets are factory installed in rearward position.
3. Refer to FIGURE 1 for the following:
A. Determine if base brackets need to be repositioned
to correspond to seat position.
B. Determine corresponding mounting hook mount-
ing holes for seat position.