Installation Guide
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Introduction
The Spex Head Support is a modular and adjustable support for the head. Note: Check all parts are free
from shipping damage. Contact Spex or your supplier for further instructions if needed. Spex recommends
that a clinician such as an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist who is skilled in wheelchair seating
and positioning be consulted to determine if the Spex Head Support is appropriate for the user.
Intended Use
Spex Seating is intended for users (disabled and/or discomforted) that require specic postural and
positioning support to provide comfort for body function in a sitting posture on wheelchairs for daily
activities and for transportation in vehicles. It is designed with ergonomic adjustments to provide
improved personal body-posture conditions and/or to help prevent/reduce physical problems associated
with sedentary work or activities.
Contraindications
1.
Use of Spex Wheelchair seating products may aect the center of gravity causing the Wheelchair
to tip, potentially causing injury. Always judge the need for anti-tippers or amputee axle adapter
brackets to be added to the Wheelchair to increase stability.
2.
Check regularly for skin redness and that pressure spots are not developing. If your skin develops
redness, stop using the product and consult your doctor or therapist.
Contents
Introduction, Intended Use, Contraindications 2
Safety Instructions, Weight Capacity, Environment 3
Compatibility, Warnings 4
Head Support Contents 5
Re-issuing to Another User 5
Disposal & Recycling 5
Installing Mounting Block 6
Attaching Pad to Mechanism 6
Adjusting Stem Height 6
Adjusting Horizontal, Lateral & Angle Positions 7
Operating Flip-back (if tted) 7
Adjustable Lateral Wings (if tted) 8
Maintenance 9
Transit Safety – Assembly, Use, Maintenance & Limitations 10
Transit Safety – Correct Positioning of Belt Restraints 11
Warnings 12
Warranty 15