Enabling Devices 974 USER MANUAL

EasyFlex Sip and Puff Switch– Double

Closure #974

USER’S GUIDE

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Perfect for patients with severe physical impairments!

This unique switch is used to activate two toys or devices with a single
switch. Sipping on the tube will activate one device, while puffing on
the same tube will activate a second. The switch is mounted on our
EasyFlex tubing 36" with the 3-way mounting clamp. Weight: 1¼ lbs.

Operation:

1. This unit does not require any batteries to run.

2. Using the 3-way mounting clamp, secure the unit onto the
wheelchair or bedrail or table, etc. Once it is clamped on, adjust
the gooseneck so that the tube is positioned appropriately.

3. Attach the provided straw at the end of the tube simply by sliding it
in. Replacement straws (item # 960-S) and filters (item # 977) can
be purchased separately. Straws can be sanitized with alcohol or
the top rack of a dishwasher. Filters should be changed if the Sip
& Puff is too hard to activate or stops working. Under normal daily
use filters should be changed between 30 to 90 days depending
on the amount of use the switch gets. This will vary from user.

4. Connect the Sip and Puff switch with one or two toys/devices
using the male to male cords provided.

5. Insert the straw into your mouth. Sip to activate one toy/device or
puff to activate the other toy/device. The toy/device will only
remain activated as long as the sip or puff is sustained. Once you
cease sipping or puffing the device/toy will go off.

Important Notes:

• This device requires a moderate strength sip or puff to operate.

• This switch is extremely sensitive and may remain in the “ON”

position when the atmospheric pressure changes. If this occurs,
reset the switch by separating the clear tubing where it is joined
together by the white plastic connector, then reconnect.

Troubleshooting:

Problem: The unit fails to operate, or operates incorrectly.

Action #1: Make sure all of the connections are tight (between straws

and tubing, between adapter and switch, between adapter and
device/toy, etc.).

Action #2: Temporarily disconnect the clear tubing at the white
connector to equalize the air pressure in the clear tubing, then
reconnect.

Action #4: With time and use, the straw and/or the Anticontamination
filter will become clogged. It is best to change these components
before they become 100% clogged, as this could damage the unit. If
possible, it is also a good idea to keep the switch box above the level
of the user’s mouth. This limits the amount of saliva that enters the
tubes.

Action #5: Try a different switch with your toy/device to rule out the
toy/device as the source of the problem.

Care of the Unit:

The EasyFlex Sip and Puff Switch – Double Closure can be wiped
clean with any household multi-purpose, non-abrasive cleaner and
disinfectant.

Change your filter and straw regularly.

Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they will scratch the surface of the

unit.

Do not submerge the unit, as it will damage the electrical
components.

Rev 12/16/2020