IVC™Heavy Duty Shower Chair
Assembly, Installation and Operating Instructions
Model Nos. 9781, 9780
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NOTE: Check all parts for shipping damage. In case of damage, DO NOT use. Contact Carrier/Invacare for further instructions.
MODEL NO. |
DESCRIPTION |
9781 |
IVC Heavy Duty Shower Chair with Back (Composite) |
9780 |
IVC Heavy Duty Shower Chair without Back (Composite) |
SAFETY SUMMARY
To ensure the safe and proper installation of the IVC Heavy Duty Shower Chair, these instructions MUST be followed:
WARNING
DO NOT install this equipment without first reading and understanding this instruction sheet. If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions and instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel if applicable, before attempting to install this equipment - otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
All four (4) leg tips MUST be in contact with shower/tub floor at all times.
Always inspect the Shower Chair to ensure that it is properly positioned and stable before using. DO NOT use if Shower Chair is wobbly or unstable.
Check leg tips for rips, tears, cracks or wear. If any of these conditions exist, replace leg tips immediately.
This product should only be used with tub floors wider than 16-inches.
Users with limited physical capabilities should be supervised or assisted when using the Shower Chair.
Shower Chair is NOT to be used as a transfer bench, transfer device or climbing device.
These Shower Chairs (Models 9781 and 9780) have a weight limitation of 400 lbs (182 kg) each.
Exercise caution when assembling the chair to avoid pinching.
Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products.
For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com
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INSTALLATION WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching component parts are secure.
ASSEMBLING THE SHOWER CHAIR
ATTACHING THE LEGS
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 1.
NOTE: Refer to WARNINGS in the SAFETY SUMMARY of this instruction sheet.
1.Remove all contents from the package. For Model No. 9781, put backrest to the side and refer to Installing/Removing the Backrest on page 3 after attaching and adjusting the legs.
2.Place seat upside down on a stable surface (floor, table, etc).
3.Position one (1) seat leg over one (1) socket in the seat and align.
4.Push the leg down until leg is fully seated in socket, and locking tabs are positioned through socket tab windows.
5.Pull up on the leg to ensure that is has “locked” into place. Refer to Detail “A” of FIGURE 1.
6.Repeat steps 3 5 for the remaining three (3) legs.
Leg |
DETAIL “A” - LEGS ATTACHED |
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Locking Tab
Legs
Socket
Legs
Socket Tab |
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Window |
Seat |
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Locking Tab
Positioned Through
Socket Tab Window
Seat
FIGURE 1 - ATTACHING THE LEGS
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ADJUSTING THE LEG EXTENSIONS
WARNING
Ensure that the shower chair is level and stable before using.
NOTE: Refer to WARNINGS in the SAFETY SUMMARY of this instruction sheet.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.
1.Ensure the legs are attached. Refer to Attaching the Legs on page 2.
2.Place seat and legs upside down so legs are facing up.
TO INCREASE LEG HEIGHT
1.Hold one (1) leg with a hand. With the other hand, hold the leg tip and leg extension. Refer to FIGURE 2.
2.Rotate the leg extension COUNTERCLOCKWISE.
3.Use the number reference in the leg extension slot to adjust the leg height.
4.Repeat STEPS 1 3 for remaining three (3) legs.
NOTE: Ensure that all four legs are adjusted to the same height.
TO DECREASE LEG HEIGHT
1.Hold a leg with one hand while cupping the leg tip and holding the leg extension with the other hand.
2.Rotate the leg extension CLOCKWISE.
3.Use the number reference in the leg extension slot to aide in adjusting the leg height. Refer to FIGURE 2.
4.Repeat STEPS 1 3 for remaining three (3) legs.
NOTE: Ensure that all four legs are adjusted to the same height.
Leg Number
Reference in
Leg Extension
Slot
Leg
Extension
Leg Extension
Slot
FIGURE 2 - ADJUSTING THE LEG
EXTENSIONS
INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BACKREST
NOTE: Refer to WARNINGS in the SAFETY SUMMARY of this instruction sheet.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.
INSTALLING
1.Before installing the backrest, attach and adjust the legs so the shower chair is level. Refer to Attaching the Legs on page 2 and Adjusting the Leg Extensions on page 3.
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2.Position the backrest into the slot on the seat (FIGURE 3).
3.Push down on the backrest until it sits securely into the seat slot.
4.Check under the seat to ensure the compression tabs on the backrest protrude beyond the seat slot. If they are visible, the backrest is attached properly. If they are not, push the backrest further into the seat slot. Refer to Detail “A” of FIGURE 1.
5.Before using, pull upward on the backrest to ensure the backrest is securely attached and locked into place.
REMOVING
1.Locate the compression tabs underneath the seat.
2.Depress both compression tabs with one hand.
3.Using the other hand, hold the backrest handle and pull up and away from the seat.
4.Release the compression tabs to avoid pinching and continue pulling the backrest up until it is removed from the seat.
Backrest Handle |
Backrest |
DETAIL “A” - COMPRESSION TAB |
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IN LOCKED POSITION |
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Compression |
Compression |
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Tab |
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Compression |
Tab |
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Tab |
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Seat |
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Slot in Seat |
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for Backrest |
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Backrest in |
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Seat |
Installed |
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Position |
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FIGURE 3 - INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BACKREST
CLEANING
NOTE: Before using any cleaning prodcuts, test an area on the underside of the seat for any discoloration or staining.
1. Use water and a mild soap or non abrasive cleanser to clean the shower chair.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.
Invacare warrants its product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of the product for the original purchaser. If within such warranty period any such product shall be proven to be defective, such product shall be repaired or replaced, at Invacare's option. This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of any such product. Invacare's sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to such repair and/or replacement.
For warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare product. In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare at the address on the back cover. Provide dealer's name, address, model number, and the date of purchase, indicate nature of the defect and, if the product is serialized, indicate the serial number.
Invacare Corporation will issue a return authorization. The defective unit or parts must be returned for warranty inspection using the serial number, when applicable, as identification within thirty (30) days of return authorization date. DO NOT return products to our factory without our prior consent. C.O.D. shipments will be refused; please prepay shipping charges.
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: The warranty shall not apply to problems arising from normal wear or failure to adhere to the enclosed instructions. In addition, the foregoing warranty shall not apply to serial numbered products if the serial number has been removed or defaced; products subjected to negligence, accident, improper operation, maintenance or storage; or products modified without Invacare's express written consent including, but not limited to: modification through the use of unauthorized parts or attachments: products damaged by reason of repairs made to any component without the specific consent of Invacare; products damaged by circumstances beyond Invacare's control; products repaired by anyone other than an Authorized Invacare Dealer, such evaluation shall be solely determined by Invacare.
THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND THE SOLE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY WARRANTY WHATSOEVER, SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN. THE APPLICATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY WHATSOEVER SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.
THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/ PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS.
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