Invacare InTouch ITTG, TargIT ITTM Assembly, Installation And Operating Instructions

InTouch™TargIT™

Assembly, Installation and Operating Instructions

Model Nos. ITTG and ITTM

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Check all parts for shipping damage and test before use. In case of damage, DO
NOT use. C ontact your equipm ent supplier for further instru ction.

Safety Summary

To ensure the safe and proper installation of the InTouch TargIT, 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.

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.

Skin condition should be checked frequently. Otherwise, skin breakdown may
occur.

 INSTALLATION WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that
all attaching component parts are secure.

Important information

The best way to avoid problems related to pressure sores is to understand their
causes and your role in a skin management program.

Your therapist and physician should be consulted if you have questions regarding
individual limitations and needs.

All seats should be selected carefully. Working with your therapist, and physician
is the best way to assure that a seat choice matches your individual needs.

As the needs of the individual become more complex, the seat evaluation becomes
more important.

For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services,

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Introduction

InTouch TargIT

The InTouch TargIT is designed to provide pelvic stability, leg positioning and
pressure management and is available in two (2) different contours to suit the
amount of positioning required by the user.

Outer/Inner Covers

The outer cover is made from a water repellent fabric to protect the foam. The top
and sides are fabricated from patented waterproof stretch fabrics. The bottom is
fabricated from a heavyweight, waterproof, non-skid fabric.

An inner water repellent cover is also provided for additional protection for the
foam. Regular cleaning and inspection of the inner and outer covers is
recommended. Refer to Seat Inspection and Cleaning on page 6.

Attaching/Removing Seat To/From Seating Surface

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 1.

NOTE: To remove the seat from a seating surface, reverse the following procedures.

NOTE: The seat attaches to the seating surface using the hook and loop fasteners on the
bottom of the seat cover.

NOTE: The seating surface can be one (1) of the following: Seat upholstery, drop base or
seat pan.

NOTE: The zipper on the seat should always face toward the rear of the wheelchair.

 WARNING

Make sure the hook and loop fasteners are securely attached to the seating
surface and to the seat BEFORE using. If the seat is not secured to the seating
surface, use caution when transferring in and out of the wheelchair.

Determine whether the seating surface has one (1) of the following features and
refer to one (1) of the procedures that immediately follow:

• Hook attachment strips.

• Loop attachment strips.

• No attachment strips.

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Hook Attachment Strips/No Attachment Strips

1. Remove the double-sided hook from the bottom of the seat.

2. Align the front edge of the seat with the front edge of the seating surface.

3. Perform one (1) of the following:

• Hook Attachment Strips - Secure the seat to the seating surface, making sure
that the strips of loop on the seat cover are securely attached to the strips of
hook on the seating surface.

• No Attachment Strips - Place the seat on the seating surface.

Loop Attachment Strips

1. Verify that the double-sided hook strips are securely attached to the loop
attachment strips on the bottom of the seat.

2. Align the front edge of the seat with the front edge of the seating surface.

3. Secure the seat to the seating surface, making sure that the double sided hook
is securely attached to the strips of loop on the seat cover and the seating
surface.

Zipper faces

rearward

Loop Portion of

Fastening Strap

(Attached to Seat)

Double Sided Hook
Portion of Fastening

Strap (Remove

backing if necessary)

Front of cushion lines up

with front edge of seating

Seating Surface

FIGURE 1 Attaching/Removing Seat To/From Seating Surface

Seat

surface

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