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Configura Comfort 1
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Comfort 1
Instructions for Use
Congura® Comfort 1
Instructions For Use
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continuous improvement, we reserve the right to modify designs
without prior notice. © Accora Ltd 2016.
Dear Customer,
Thank you for buying an Accora healthcare product. We are sure that this equipment will exceed
your expectations.
Please read this manual carefully before using the chair and keep it in a safe place for future
reference.
If you need further information, please contact us at:
Tel: 01223 206100
Fax: 01223 206120
E-mail: info@accora.uk.com
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Welcome
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The Configura® Comfort 1 Chair is a Medical Device Class I product.
The batch number and date of manufacture of this product should be recorded.
Accora Ltd is committed to deliver safe products to its customers and has a policy of continuous
improvement.
You may see the following terms used in this document:
• This is an electrical item and should be treated with caution.
• Always ensure that there is nothing to obstruct the free movement of the chair, for example:
children or pets, or solid objects, e.g. a wall.
• This chair is not suitable for use by children. Any children in the vicinity must be supervised at
all times.
• Take care when adjusting positions to avoid trapping or pinching of body parts, especially in the
following areas: under the chair, under or in the leg rest mechanism, between the backrest and
seat cushion and under the sides of the chair.
• Do not sit on footrest.
• Only the occupant or a responsible person should operate the chair.
• Exercise care when lowering into the chair as shock loads can severely damage the chair and
the mechanism.
1. General Safety
This is a statement that alerts the user to the possibility of
injury, death or other serious adverse reactions associated
with the use or misuse of the product.
This is a statement that alerts the user to the possibility of a
problem with the product associated with its use or misuse.
Such problems include product malfunction, product failure,
damage to the product or damage to other property.
WARNING
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CAUTION
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GENERAL WARNINGS
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• Accora shall not be held liable for any damage, injuries or accidents arising from negligence
or use that is at variance with this manual.
• Follow the safety features and instructions for operating this product.
• Do not modify this product without the authorisation of the manufacturer.
• Do not use this product if faults have been detected on it that may injure the user, sta or a
third person or damage the product or the surroundings.
• Before using this product ensure the user is familiar with its functionality.
• When repairing this product, use only original materials and components otherwise the
manufacturer cannot guarantee against any damage that might occur.
• Only use authorised accessories with the chair.
• Only trained service personnel should perform maintenance on the chair.
• Carry out an assessment before seating a user on the chair.
• Do not allow children to play on or with the chair.
• Be aware of any potential fire hazards.
• The chair is intended for indoor use only.
• Do not move the chair if the power cable is connected to the wall.
• Never place the power cable under the chair.
• Do not cover the power supply transformer as it may get warm during use.
• Avoid spillage of liquids and water on the electrical system.
• Fully check the chair for functionality if the electrical system becomes wet.
• There is a risk of entrapment while cleaning the chair.
• Do not smoke when using or sitting in the chair.
• Do not fall or drop into the chair as this could severely damage the chair.
• Do not use the chair without the seat cushion.
• Do not use the chair with an electric blanket.
SPECIFIC WARNINGS
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2. Introduction
These Instructions apply to the Accora Configura® Comfort 1 Chair.
Before operating this chair, you must read and understand the instructions in this manual. The
instructions are mandatory for the safe and eective use of the chair and the safety of the users
and carers.
Any actions that are inconsistent with the manual are performed at your own risk and Accora shall
not be held liable for any injury or damage.
Please ensure that the manual is available to operators throughout the life of the Configura®
Comfort 1 Chair.
It is recommended that the chair configuration is selected by a healthcare professional. The
Configura® Comfort 1 Chair Assessment form can be used to help make an assessment.
The chair should be regularly checked by the carer / user to ensure the setup is correct and it is
working as intended for the user.
Should you have any questions regarding the use of the product do not hesitate to contact Accora
customer service on 01223 206100.
Caution, read the instructions before use
For indoor use only
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3. Product Description
The Configura® Comfort 1 Chair is a configurable chair designed to provide comfortable seating to
users with mild to moderate postural requirements and to help reduce the formation of pressure
ulcers. The functions of the chair will help transfer a user in and out of the chair.
The illustration below shows some key features which will be referred to throughout this manual:
The left and right armrests can be reversed to improve user comfort, see Reversing the Armrests
on page 17 for further information.
The middle and bottom pillows can be repositioned to improve user comfort, see Operation on
page 18 for further details.
Figure 1 - Configura Comfort 1 Chair
Seat Overlay
Carer Control Loop
Top Pillow
Right Armrest
Footrest
Castors
Backrest & Wings
Left Armrest
Hand Control Loops
(Left and Right)
Middle & Bottom Pillows
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The castors can be used to move the chair when in the standard seating position. The castors can
be locked in position to stop the chair moving when in use.
The Seat Overlay comprises a standard seat foam cushion and a footrest cushion enclosed in a
durable, 4-way stretch, vapour permeable cover. The seat cushion has a foam insert which can be
replaced by any equivalent foam cushion or an air cushion.
The Hand Control can be used to change the position of the backrest, legrest, tilt in space angle
and can also be used to raise the chair to assist the user in standing or sitting. The hand control
loops and carer control loops can be used to store the hand control when not in use.
Figure 2 - Hand Control
See back of handset for
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SAFETY WARNING
Tilt in Space
Recline Backrest
Raise Backrest
Lower Legrest &
Raise Chair
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4. Clinical Applications
The Configura® Comfort 1 Chair is suitable for use in the following areas:
The Configura® Comfort 1 Chair is suitable for use in the following areas:
Intended Use
Indications (Appropriate for):
Contra-Indications (Not appropriate for):
• Long term medical care where medical supervision is required and monitoring is
provided if necessary. e.g. nursing homes and geriatric facilities.
• A domestic area. i.e. home healthcare.
• Users up to a maximum weight of 160 kg (352lbs, 25 Stone).
• Note: The maximum user weight of 160 kg is for chairs in the standard rise setting.
For the maximum user weight of chairs in the medium and flat rise positions, refer to
Adjustment of the Rise Position Angle on page 26.
• Users at risk of pressure damage.
• Users with current pressure damage (subject to professional assessment).
• Ambulant, semi-ambulant and non-ambulant users.
• Accommodation and encouragement of good posture.
• Users with neurological conditions.
• Users with a kyphosis.
• Users with oedema legs and / or fluid build-up.
• Demanding postural requirements.
• Users with fixtures and contractures.
• Users with a limited extension at the knees.
• Users who need to be transported from room to room.
• Bariatric users.
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Configura® Comfort 1 Chair has been designed to provide comfortable seating to: users at risk
of pressure damage; ambulant, semi-ambulant and non-ambulant users; users with neurological
conditions; users with a kyphosis; and users with oedematous legs and / or fluid build-up.
The suitability and eectiveness of these features are dependent on correct chair set-up, which is
mainly determined by three key elements.
The Configura® Comfort 1 Chair should be regularly checked to ensure the set-up is correct and
that it is working as intended for the user.
Posture
Size
• Seat depth
• Seat to floor height.
• Seat width.
• Carry out an assessment before seating a user with specific postural requirements.
• Carry out an assessment before seating a user with pressure ulcers or at risk of developing
pressure ulcers.
• Carry out an assessment before seating a user with behavioural conditions (e.g.
Huntington’s disease).
• Do not leave a semi-ambulant user unattended in the chair if it puts the user at risk.
• Never use the chair without an appropriate cushion and pillows in the correct position.
• Check the chair for adjustment for each new user.
• Check the chair for functionality before the first use and at regular intervals during use.
• Do not use the product if the sides of the chair become loose.
• Never place the power cable under the chair.
• Do not plug the power cable into an extension lead. Always plug directly into a mains
socket.
• Do not position the chair on an uneven surface.
• Do not smoke when using or sitting in the chair.
5. Before Use
PLEASE ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS
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1. Position the chair on a flat surface free from any obstruction. Always allow sucient
space behind and in front of the chair to allow the chair to be fully reclined (See figure
3). Do not allow the chair to touch the wall or other furniture when in use.
2. Apply the castor brakes (See Page 18).
3. If the Battery Operated Reset System is to be used, install the batteries (see Battery
Operated Reset System on page 27).
4. Plug the power cable into a power socket and switch the socket on.
5. Adjust the chair to an upright position (See ‘Hand Controls’ and ‘Changing Chair
Positions’) on Pages 20 and 21 respectively.
6. Check that the backrest fully reclines and returns to the upright position without being
obstructed.
7. Tilt the chair to its maximum and return to the riser position.
8. Adjust the chair again to the upright position.
9. Check that the upholstery is not damaged and is not showing signs of excessive wear.
6. Before Use Checks
Always apply the castor brakes before seating a user in the
chair.
WARNING
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Before use, always do the following:
The chair is ready for use if all the movements are smooth and no problems are detected.
1702 mm (67")
400 mm (15.5") 650 mm (25.5")
Figure 3 - Chair to wall / furniture measurement
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7. Operation
WARNING
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WARNING
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• Only trained carers and cognitive users
should operate the chair.
• Do not operate the hand controller for more
than 2 minutes continuously in any 20 minute
period. Long periods of continuous hand
controller use will damage the chair.
• Always wear sturdy shoes when activating
the brakes.
Using the Castor Brakes
The chair has two brakes, one located on each
rear castor. The brakes must be applied on both
rear castors when the chair is ready to be used.
The brakes can be activated by using a foot on
the brake.
To apply the brake on each castor, push down
on the castor brake until it is in the ON position
(See Fig 4).
To release the brake, push down on the top of
the castor brake until the brake is in the OFF
position (See Fig 4).
Castor Brake OFF
Castor Brake ON
Figure 4 - Castor Brakes
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