Activeforever HealthCraft PT Rail for Bathroom Safety User Manual
P.T. Rail
The “Patient Transfer” Rail
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INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Models:
PT-WR32L, PT-WR32R,
PT-WR28L, PT-WR28R
PT-FIX32L, PT-FIX32R,
PT-FIX28L, PT-FIX28R
CAUTION
!
RISK OF INJURY!
Thank you for investing in your independence with
HealthCraft Products. Be certain to read &
understand these instructions prior to using your new
P.T. Rail
Rail is properly assembled, installed, operated, and
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. It is your responsibility to see that your P.T.
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cared for. Failure to follow these instructions could
result in injury.
The P.T. Rail should only be installed in areas where
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the mounting surface is structurally sound. If you are
not equipped to undertake the outlined work we
recommend that you have your P.T. Rail installed by
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a qualified contractor. The P.T. Rail, ( or P.T. Rail
Mast) must be secured to wall (or floor) with fasteners
appropriate to the structural material. Fasteners must
be rated for certain retention force each for maximum
weight capacity (see within for recommendations).
Mounting fasteners should be inspected monthly and
tightened if necessary. is capable of
P.T. Rail
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supporting a maximum suggested user weight of
350lbs/160kg. NOTE - Due to variances in needs,
materials and local construction methods, the
information contained within concerning mounting
location, fasteners and wall fabrication is provided as
suggestion only. Consult the appropriate local
professionals for best advice.
Hinged Model,
Right Side
(PT-WRxxR)
Fixed Model,
Right Side
PT-FIXxxR
Fixed Model,
Left Side
PT-FIXxxL
28”, 32”/
710, 810 mm
Hinged Model,
shown on
optional
Floor Mast
5.5”/
140mm
4.5”/
115mm
3/8”/
9.5mm
1-1/2”/
38mm
8”/203mm
9”/229mm
Installation NotesInstallation Notes
We strongly recommend that you give some thought as to the
optimal location of your PT-Rails before installation. The
W= 28-32” (71-81 cm)
W/2
following suggestions are offered for your consideration,
however, it is recommended to consider advice from the
appropriate healthcare professional for locating of any
support rail. The PT Rails may be installed on only one side
or, more typically, both sides of a toilet. The PT Rail(s)
typically provide(s) most optimal support with a height to top
rail (H) of between 32-34” (81-86 cm), or more in some
Right Side
Model
Left Side
Model
H= 32 - 34”
( 81-86 cm)
cases.
In the case of two PT Rails being installed, one on each side
of the toilet, a suggested width between top rails (W) would
be in the range of 28 - 32” (71-81 cm). Always ensure that
the proposed location of your PT Rail will not obstruct access
to other parts of the bathroom. For folding models, ensure
that the space above the rail is clear to permit folding.
HealthCraft Products Inc. 2790 Fenton Rd., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1T 3T7
Copyright 2003, Specifications subject to change without notice.
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Installation Suggestions - Frame & Wallboard WallInstallation Suggestions - Frame & Wallboard Wall
NOTE: Due to variances in local construction methods, and materials used, details given below are
suggestions only.
Consult the appropriate local contractor for specific advice. For concrete walls, you may be able to install fasteners
(such as a wedge anchor) directly into the concrete wall without modification.
1. Choose optimal mounting
location of rail including height (H)
and side to side location (L). Mark
the height and location on the wall
for future reference.
B
C
Wood Screws
F
Back view,
inside wall
A
E
G
L
H
4. Insert support
frame structure
through hole in
wall and secure
uprights to wall
studs using a
generous amount
of wood screws.
L
H
5. Hold the PT Rail against
the support frame to confirm
your support frame cross
members are in the correct
location.
H
2. Find wall support studs & cut
hole in wall board to expose wall
studs. Suggested hole size is
height (A) of 18-24+”(48-61cm)
and width (B) corresponding to
wall stud spacing. Expose half
width of each stud to facilitate reinstallation of wall board patch.
(* Take care not for any utilities
located in wall!)
6. Ensure your “H” and “L”
locations are marked on the
wall. Then, patch the wall
cutout to match the
surrounding wall.
D
3. Fabricate a support frame structure from suitable wood
pieces as shown above. Support frame width (D) should fit
snugly within wall studs. Support frame height (E) should
be from 24-32” (61-81cm) high or more, depending on
material and stiffness of wall studs. Locate top cross
member (F) to position in line with top fastener holes when
rail is located at the height (H). Lower cross member
should be spaced at C= 8”(20cm) from top cross member.
Use a generous quantity of wood screws and glue to hold
the support frame structure together as shown.
7. Install the PT Rail in the noted location using the previously recorded height
and location marks. Use fasteners of sufficient strength:
200 lbs/90kg user - 330lbs/150 kg rated fastener (1/4” dia wood lag*)
350 lbs/160kg user - 580lbs/263 kg rated fastener (5/16” dia wood lag*)
(* suggestion only based on min 2.5”/6.3 cm thread engagement in quality wood in pre-drilled pilot hole b)ased on full weight of user near end of one rail only
H
L
L
H
Alternative 1 - Multi-layer Plywood inside wall with
wallboard patch (Top view)
Back of wall
(can insert structure
from this side too)
Generous amounts of wood screws & glue
Multi layers of 3/4” plywood
(approx 24”+ high)
2” x 2” nom. Stud
(approx 36” high)
Wall Stud
3/4” plywood
Wallboard patch
Suggested
Wood Lag Screw
Detail
1/4” or 5/16” hex cap head
wood lag screw (Stainless)
P.T. Rail Wall Plate
Quality
Wood
Frame
Structure
washer (stainless)
** drill pilot hole!
2.5"/6.3 cm
minimum
thread
engagement
Alternative 2 - Multi-layer Plywood inside wall with
multilayer plywood covering hole in wall (Top View)
Wall Stud
Trim moulding
Generous amounts of wood screws & glue
Back of wall
Multi layers of 3/4” plywood
(approx 24”+ high)
Multi-layer 3/4” wall patch
Wall board,
or stiff
wood spacer
2” x 2” nom. Stud
(approx 36” high)
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