Drive Aston Shower Commode, Aston CWC003 Owner's Handbook Manual

Aston Shower Commode Chair

Owner’s Handbook

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Introduction – Aston Shower Commode Chair

These instructions aid the user and/or carer about the safe and efficient
use of this product, including assembly, cleaning and maintenance, and
operation of the product.

Ensure that you fully read these instructions before using this product.

The product is a CE marked class 1 medical device. It can be used as aid
to showering or toileting. It comes with a potty and lid or can be wheeled
over most conventional and disabled toilets. It is suitable for a single
occupant up to 150kg (24 stone). As standard the device comes with 4

braked castors and a 24” rear wheel kit to allow a user to propel

themselves is available. It is constructed from aluminium and plastic with
stainless steel fasteners so is suitable for use in a bathroom environment.

Personal Safety

Read these instructions carefully before use.
Check all components are secured before use.
Only use on level ground.
When stationary apply the brakes on the wheels. Ensure the

brakes are released before the chair is moved again.

Always ensure that the device is stationary and braked applied

when transferring to and from the device. Swing away the leg
rests before getting in or out of the device. The user should
always remove their feet from the leg rests before swinging the
leg rests away.

Do not lean out of the device.
The maximum weight limit is 150kg (24 stone)
Ensure that all castors and wheels are set to the same height and

that there is not a significant tilt on the seat.

Be careful of pinch points when rising from or lowering on to the

seat, or when you are removing the potty.

When issuing or reissuing, a risk assessment of the user’s stability

for the device may be required. The chair should also be checked
as described in the care and maintenance section.

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Parts Description

The model shown above is the standard Aston commode (without 24”

wheels fitted). The following spare parts are available for the Aston:

Z33301-16

Backrest knob

In addition, the following parts

Z33302-16BL

Armpad

are available for the 24” self-

Z33303-16

Potty with Lid

propel version:

Z33304-16

Castor (Braked)

Z33310-16

Quick Release Pin

Z33305-16

Footrest (RHS)

Z33311-16

Axle Bracket (RHS)

Z33306-16

Footrest (LHS)

Z33312-16

Axle Bracket (LHS)

Z33307-16BL

Seat

Z33313-16PU

24” Rear Wheel

Z33308-16BL

Aperture Cover

Z33314-16

Brake (RHS)

Z33309-16BL
Z33316-16

Backrest
‘E’ Clip

Z33315-16

Brake (LHS)

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Assembly

1. Insert the backrest in to the

receivers on the chair base
(see photo)

2. Secure by installing the

backrest knobs (arrowed).
Install by screwing the knobs
in clockwise.

3. Attach the footrest by placing

the top bracket in to the
receiver tube at the top of
the frame, ensuring the
footrest is swung back.

Swing the footrest towards
the front of the chair until it
locks in position.

Repeat for the other footrest
and adjust the footplate
height and angle if required
(see instructions)

4. Locate the seat by sliding the back of the seat in to the frame. Then

press down on the whole of the seat until secure. Add the potty and
aperture cover if required (see instructions).

5. If required, install the castors. Follow the procedure on adjusting the

castors for installation and adjustment procedures.