Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual Infinity LoBack Support TM TM DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THE WHEELCHAIR. USER: BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR, READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
SPECIAL NOTES/TABLE OF CONTENTS S P E C I A L N O T E S WARNING THE PROCEDURES IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. DO NOT INSTALL OR USE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL IF APPLICABLE BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
SAFETY SUMMARY SAFETY SUMMARY NOTE: Check all parts for shipping damage. In case of damage, DO NOT use. Contact your Dealer for further instruction. INSTALLATION WARNINGS Stabilize from the ground up. A stable base, pelvis and footrests are requirements for any torso positioning system. For proper installation of the Infinity LoBack and to reduce the risk of pressure sores, the adjustment procedures in this manual MUST be performed in the following order: 1. 2. 3. 4.
SAFETY SUMMARY S A F E T Y S U M M A R Y SAFETY SUMMARY STABILITY WARNINGS (CONTINUED) ALWAYS make sure wheelchair is stable BEFORE reclining the back system. Rear wheels may have to be repositioned rearward depending on the degree of recline. ALWAYS ensure stability BEFORE using maximum amount of recline. TEST wheelchair BEFORE it is occupied by end user to ensure stability.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION/INSTALLATION/ADJUSTMENT OVERVIEW IMPORTANT INFORMATION The best way to avoid problems related to pressure sores is to understand their causes and your role in a skin management program. All cushions should be selected carefully. Working with your therapist, physician and equipment supplier is the best way to assure that a cushion choice matches your individual needs.
PROCEDURE 1 P R E P A R I N G W H E E L C H A I R PREPARING WHEELCHAIR Removing Cane Clamps This Procedure includes the following: Installing/Removing Cane Clamps 1. Remove the Infinity LoBack from the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING THE INFINITY LOBACK in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual. INSTALLING/REMOVING CANE CLAMPS (FIGURE 1) 2. Loosen, but do not remove the two (2) mounting screws on the two (2) cane clamps. 3. Remove the two (2) cane clamps from the two (2) back canes of the wheelchair.
PREPARING THE INFINITY LOBACK FOR INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 2 Removing This Procedure includes the following: Installing/Removing the Lateral Supports Installing/Removing the Back Cushion Installing/Removing the Lower Flap 1. Remove the back cushion from the back panel. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING CUSHIONS in this procedure of the manual. 2. Remove the (2) mounting screws and washers securing the lateral support to the back panel. INSTALLING/REMOVING THE LATERAL SUPPORTS (FIGURE 1) 3.
PROCEDURE 2 P R E P A R I N G T H E L O B A C K PREPARING THE INFINITY LOBACK FOR INSTALLATION INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BACK CUSHION (FIGURE 2) 2. Align the hook and loop fasteners on the BACK of the cushion with the hook and loop fasteners on the FRONT of the back panel (DETAIL “A”). NOTE: Refer to the INSTALLATION AND STABILITY WARNINGS in the SAFETY SUMMARY of this manual. NOTE: Make sure the cushion is centered on the back panel.
PREPARING THE INFINITY LOBACK FOR INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 2 2. Grasp the modesty flap and pull DOWN to release the hook and loop fasteners at the TOP of the REAR side of the modesty flap from the hook and loop fasteners at the BOTTOM of the FRONT side of the fixed flap (DETAIL “A”). 7. Make sure the hook and loop fasteners meet by firmly pushing the TOP of the modesty flap and the BOTTOM of the cushion together. Removing 3. Remove the modesty flap. 1. Grasp the modesty flap AND the fixed flap. 2.
PROCEDURE 3 I N S T A L L I N G / R E M O V I N G INSTALLING/REMOVING THE INFINITY LOBACK A. ADJUSTING THE MOUNTING HARDWARE/ HEIGHT B. ADJUSTING THE DEPTH HARDWARE C. ADJUSTING THE ANGLE D.
ADJUSTING THE INFINITY LOBACK PROCEDURE 4 6. Torque the mounting screw to 45-50 in./lbs. This Procedure includes the following: Adjusting the Height Adjusting the Depth Hardware Adjusting the Angle Adjusting the Lateral Supports 7. Repeat STEPS 2-6 for the opposite cane clamp. NOTE: Make sure that the two (2) cane clamps are in the same position on each back cane by measuring the distance from the bottom of each back cane to the bottom of each cane clamp. 9.
PROCEDURE 4 A D J U S T I N G ADJUSTING THE INFINITY LOBACK 7. Reinstall the Infinity LoBack onto the wheelchair. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING THE INFINITY LOBACK in PROCEDURE 3 of this manual. NOTE: When loosening the mounting screws/nuts, it is necessary to firmly hold the nuts in place while turning the mounting screws. 5. Perform one (1) of the following to achieve the desired depth: Locking Pin A.
ADJUSTING THE INFINITY LOBACK PROCEDURE 4 B. To DECREASE the angle of the Infinity LoBack, grasp the TOP of the Infinity Loback and push FORWARD. ADJUSTING THE ANGLE (FIGURE 4) NOTE: Refer to the INSTALLATION AND STABILITY WARNINGS in the SAFETY SUMMARY of this manual. 1. Remove the back cushion from the back panel. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BACK CUSHION in PROCEDURE 2 of the manual. 2. Loosen the two (2) mounting screws on the two (2) angle brackets. 3.
PROCEDURE 4 A D J U S T I N G T H E L O B A C K ADJUSTING THE INFINITY LOBACK Adjusting the Height (Figure 6) DETAIL “A” NOTE: The lateral supports can be adjusted to three (3) different height positions (DETAIL “A”). Lateral Support Upper Mounting Holes 1. Remove the back cushion from the back panel. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BACK CUSHION in PROCEDURE 2 of the manual. Middle Mounting Holes 2. Remove the two (2) mounting screws securing the lateral support to the back panel. 3.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE 5 INSPECTION This Procedure includes the following: Installing/Remove Back Cushion Foam Inspection Cleaning WARNING INITIALLY AND ONCE A WEEK, visually inspect all parts, including hardware, upholstery materials, foams (if accessible), and plastics for deformation, corrosion, breakage, wear and/ or compression. REPLACING THE BACK CUSHION FOAM (FIGURE 1) Check ALL fasteners weekly to ensure that mechanical connections are secure.
LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.
