Champion CONTINUUM Operating Instructions And Service Manual

Operating Instructions & Service Manual

“CONCORD” RECLINER

Operating Instructions

and Service Manual

“CONTINUUM” RECLINER

1-800-998-5018
www.championchair.com

1-800-998-5018

www.championchair.com

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CONTENTS

ITEM PAGE

Contents 2
In-Service Information 3
Special notes 4
Chair capacity information 5
Receiving new chairs 6

New chair inspection 6
To report damage 6
Return authorization 6
Storage 6

In-service procedures 7
Operating instructions 8-10
Operation warnings and cautions 8

Safe operation and chair positions 9
Staff assistance 9
Swing arm operation 10

Optional Features (Heat or Heat/Massage) 11-15
Heated recliner general information 11

Chair specifications 12
Receiving new chairs 12
Heater operation 13
Massage operation 14
Maintenance 15
Accessories 16-17
IV pole operation 17
General maintenance and care of chairs 18-20
General cleaning precautions 19
General cleaning- vinyl 19
General cleaning – plastic table tops 20
General infection control - vinyl 20

Warranty procedure 21
Service information 22

Parts identification 22

Service Parts Form 23
Continuum recliner schematics 24-26

Continuum schematic 24
Continuum base schematic 25
Continuum chair parts listing 26

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In-Service Information

It is very important to Champion that our customers review all the materials in the In­Service package they receive.

By reviewing the In-service materials provided, you increase the useful life of the products
by helping to prevent their improper use, which may lead to premature damage and wear.
You are also helping to validate your warranty, as warranties cover material and
workmanship failures, not misuse or abuse. Use these In-Service tools for new employees
and as a “refresher” for current employees.

The following resources are available for you to assist your staff and patients in operating
the chairs properly.

Website: www.championchair.com

Operators Manuals on CD

Vinyl Cleaning Manual also on CD

YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ChampionChair1992

Independent Sales Reps

In House Sales Reps

Network of Service Technicians

In House Service Team

You should receive an Operator’s Manual on CD with each shipment of chairs you receive
from Champion. If you did not, or would like information on any of these additional
resources, please contact Champion’s customer service department at 800-998-5018.

NOTE: Not all chair functions, options and/or accessories are covered in the CD.

NOTE: This recliner assumes three distinct positions: Upright position; leg rest is down and the

back is in its most vertical position, TV, back is reclined slightly and leg rest is up, and recline
position; the leg rest is up and the back is completely reclined.

NOTE: The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.

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WELCOME!

Champion Manufacturing Inc. would like to thank you for selecting our products. We take great
care in making certain that our products leave the factory in flawless condition. Our products are
properly packaged to arrive in that same condition. We look forward to your enjoying many years
of good service from these products.

SPECIAL NOTES

WARNING/ CAUTION These terms refer to actions that may result in injury to your
occupant or staff member and/ or damage to your product. Damage caused by improper
operation of your chair is not covered by your warranty.

WARNING: Caregivers or others operating the product or moving the occupant
must be aware of the location of the occupant’s hands and feet. Caregivers must

confirm that he occupant’s extremities are safely located before moving the chair from

position to position, adjusting the position of the chair or moving the occupant from
the chair.

WARNING: Place chair in a fully upright position or a fully reclined position when
cleaning or maintaining your chair. Your recliner has moving parts that create pinch
points. This chair moves easily without a occupant in the chair and may create pinch
points when not in these positions.

WARNING: This recliner is designed to meet the needs of a wide range of
occupants. Some occupants, due to their unique medical condition, may need
assistance as they sit down or rise from a seated position. It is the responsibility of
the care provider to assess these needs and provide assistance to frail, weak, or
otherwise unsteady occupants. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
occupant falls with potentially serious injury resulting.

CAUTION: This chair is NOT designed to transport occupants.

NOTE: The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.

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CHAIR CAPACITY INFORMATION

CONTINUUM RECLINERS:

720 series: 400 lbs.

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RECEIVING NEW CHAIRS

CAUTION: New chair inspection must be done by someone who understands the
chair operation. Improper operation of the chair may damage the chair and void your
warranty. Read your operators manual to understand chair operation.

It is important to realize that signing the Bill of Lading upon receipt of new product is confirmation
not only that the product that has been received is in the proper amount, but also that it has been
received in satisfactory condition

.

Once the Bill of Lading is signed there is generally no recourse
against the shipping agent for shipping damage. You have the right to make the driver wait while
you examine the product. Please take advantage of this right.

Carefully cut the plastic banding that secures the packaging; scissors can do this safely. Remove
the packaging from the chair, lift the top lid from the tube and remove the tube from the bottom
lid. Remove the plastic bag from the product. Unlock the casters and remove all supports and
packaging from the chair.

New chair inspection

1. Remove all packing material including foam wrap and poly bag. If desired, the bag may

be replaced after examination.

2. Examine chair surfaces for damage.

3. Operate all chair functions and options. This may include casters, chair positions and

chair options/accessories. Do this immediately upon receipt of your chairs.

To report damage

1. If the freight carrier is still at your location (it is your right to hold the freight carrier

while you thoroughly inspect your delivery), note any damage on the bill of lading. Be
sure to keep shipping cartons, pallets and other shipping materials to prove damage to
the freight carrier. It is also important to save an undamaged carton and pallet in case
the chair must be returned to the factory.

2. Call Champion’s customer service immediately to report the damage: 800-998-5018.

3. All claims must be filed by the consignee and reported to Champion Manufacturing Inc.

within 5 days of receipt of the shipment.

Return authorization

1. Champion customer service must authorize all returns. Champion customer service will

issue a return authorization number by fax or email. The customer does have the right
to refuse any damaged chair from the carrier at the time of delivery.

2. All returns must be sent prepaid by the sender with exception of provable shipping
damage.

Storage

1. Cover chair and store in a dry area.

2. DO NOT place objects on top of the chair that may damage the vinyl.

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IN-SERVICE PROCEDURES

Before chairs are put in service, all personnel should review this manual.

In the belief that an actual demonstration of the product is more effective than written
instructions, an on-site in-service by a Champion representative may be available depending upon
the delivery circumstances.

WARNING: Place chair in a fully upright position or a stable reclined position when
cleaning or maintaining your chair. Your recliner has moving parts that create pinch
points.

WARNING: Never place your hands near or on a recliner mechanism when it is
in motion. Never clean or maintain a chair when an occupant is in the chair. The
occupant is able to control the chair’s position and may move the chair position
unexpectedly, creating pinch points.

WARNING: Keep hands, feet and legs clear of the recline mechanism.

CAUTION:

1. DO NOT overload chair. Observe the specified maximum weight limit for

the chair model that you have selected.

2. DO NOT attempt to force the chair into position; permanent damage may

result. The chair works with normal effort when operated properly.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Caregivers or others operating the product or moving the occupant
must be aware of the location of the occupant’s hands and feet. Caregivers must
confirm that the occupants extremities are safely located before moving the chair from
position to position, moving the chair from place to place, or moving the occupant from
the chair.

WARNING: DO NOT overload chair. Observe the specified maximum weight
capacity for the chair model that you have selected.

WARNING: Occupant should always enter and exit the chair in the upright position.
The occupant should never enter or exit the chair with the leg rest up. Occupants

should never “straddle” the extended leg rest or dangle their legs over the sides of the

extended leg rest.

WARNING: Always return the chair to full recline position after using
Trendelenburg.

WARNING: NEVER place your hands near or on the recline mechanism when it is in
motion. DO NOT put your hands where you cannot see.

WARNING: Verify that all casters are locked before the occupant enters or exits
the recliner.

CAUTION: The push handle is not designed to be used to raise the front or rear
casters off the floor when there is an occupant in the chair; doing so may cause
damage to the chair.

CAUTION: The chair works with very little effort when operated correctly. DO NOT
use excessive force to move the recliner to any position. Doing so could result in
permanent damage to the recliner.

CAUTION: DO NOT attempt to close the chair’s leg rest while in the full recline

position. Doing so may damage the recline mechanism. Return the chair to the “TV”
position before closing the leg rest.

Note: The Continuum recliner assumes three distinct recline positions: Upright position; leg rest

is down and the back is in its most vertical position, “TV” position; leg rest is up and the back is
somewhat reclined. Recline position; the leg rest is up and the back is reclined in a preferred
location (the back can be reclined from any position from the “upright” to a “flat” position).