ROHO Retrobac System User Manual [en, es]

RETROBACK

Wheelchair Back Support

Operations Manual

SUPPLIER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THIS WHEELCHAIR BACK SUPPORT.
USER: BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR BACK SUPPORT, READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND SAVE FOR

FUTURE REFERENCE.

PROVEEDOR: ESTE MANUAL DEBE ENTREGARSE AL USUARIO DEL PROTECTOR DE ESPALDA
PARA SILLAS DE RUEDAS.

USUARIO: ANTES DE UTILIZAR ESTE PROTECTOR DE ESPALDA PARA SILLAS DE RUEDAS, LEA
ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES Y GUÁRDELAS PARA FUTURAS CONSULTAS.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Intended Use 1
Precautions 1
Parts Detail 2
Sizing Table 2
Attachment Instructions 3
Cover Removal & Replacement 4
Cleaning and Disinfecting 5
Return, Repair & Contact Information 5
Warranty 6
Spanish 7-12

ROHO, Inc. has a policy of continual product improvement and reserves the right to amend
specifications presented in this manual.

The Retroback™ Wheelchair Back Support is manufactured in the U.S.A. by ROHO, Inc.
100 N. Florida Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221-5429
U.S.A.: 800-851-3449, Fax [phone]
Outside the U.S.A.: 618-277-9150, Fax [phone]
www.therohogroup.com • [e-mail]

© 2008 ROHO, Inc.
The following are trademarks and registered trademarks of ROHO, Inc.: ROHO®, DRY
FLOATATION®, Retroback™ and shape fitting technology®.
Velcro® is a registered trademark of Velcro Industries B.V.

INTENDED USE

The Retroback Wheelchair Back Support (“Retroback”) is a wheelchair back product
designed to fit over the wheelchair sling back upholstery on a range of wheelchair
sizes. (See the Sizing Table included in this manual.) The Retroback is composed
of a foam pad, a cover, and a steel clip that hooks to a wheelchair sling back. The
Retroback can be used with folding or fixed frame wheelchairs.

The Retroback is not a replacement for the original manufacturer’s wheelchair sling
back. It is intended to be an add-on product to sling-back wheelchairs that rests
between the user and the sling back to promote a more upright posture resulting in
improved positioning of the pelvis and trunk. The Retroback is intended to improve
the user's comfort and basic positioning needs. It is designed to be easily attached
and removed from a wheelchair without tools or hardware. It is not intended to
provide lumbar or lateral support and is not intended to be used with a solid back.

PRECAUTIONS

• Before using the Retroback, ROHO, Inc. recommends a clinician evaluate
the need for anti-tipping devices. As with any addition to your wheelchair, the
Retroback may affect the stability of the wheelchair.

• DO NOT use the Retroback as a replacement for the original manufacturer’s
wheelchair sling back.

• Remove the Retroback from the wheelchair prior to folding the wheelchair.

• The Retroback must be assembled correctly and attached to the wheelchair as
described in this manual.

• The Retroback should be sized correctly to the wheelchair and will not fit every
wheelchair. The Retroback decreases the seat depth. Refer to the Sizing Table in
this manual and consult with a clinician or supplier providing the equipment.

• DO NOT use the Retroback to lift the wheelchair.

• The Retroback maximum user weight limit is 300 lbs. (136 kg).

• The Retroback has not been tested for use in a motor vehicle. Always have the
user transfer to an approved vehicle seat.

• Protect the Retroback from blunt force shocks that may cause damage and/or
breakage.

• Altering the Retroback will void the warranty.

• DO NOT hang personal items from the back clip handle.

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PARTS DETAIL

Product

Registration Card

A.

E.

B.

C.

D.

F.

A. Cover: The cover consists of a front foam section and a back clip section. The top

has a three section Velcro® enclosure. The front material is 100% water resistant nylon
and the sides are 100% polyester knit spacer fabric. The back and the section divider
are 100% polyurethane coated nylon knitted fabric.

B. Foam Pad: Provides additional support to the user's pelvis & trunk. Made of
polyurethane foam.

C. Back Clip: Chrome plated steel clip. A handle near the top aids in removal of the
Retroback from the wheelchair.

D. Snaps: Holds back clip in place.

E. Operations Manual: Instructions on Retroback attachment, care and other

important information.

F. Product Registration Card: Complete product registration card and mail to
ROHO, Inc. or register online at www.therohogroup.com.

Sizing Table

Item Numbers Retroback Cover & Foam Pad Fits Wheelchair Fits Wheelchair
Size (Width x Height x Depth) Widths* Heights

min. max. min. max.
RETRO16C 13 in. x 14 in. x 1.5 in. 15 in. 16 in. 16 in. 18 in.
(33.0 cm x 35.5 cm x 4.0 cm) (38.0 cm) (40.5 cm) (40.5 cm) (45.5 cm)

RETRO18C 15 in. x 14 in. x 1.5 in. 17 in. 18 in. 16 in. 18 in.
(38.0 cm x 35.5 cm x 4.0 cm) (43.0 cm) (45.5 cm) (40.5 cm) (45.5 cm)

RETRO20C 17 in. x 14 in. x 1.5 in 19 in. 20 in. 16 in. 18 in.
(43.0 cm x 35.5 cm x 4.0 cm) (48.5 cm) (51.0 cm) (40.5 cm) (45.5 cm)

* All measurements taken are from outside of back post to outside of back post.
The average weight of an assembled Retroback is 3 lbs. (1.4 kg).

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ATTACHMENT INSTRUCTIONS

To Attach the Retroback to a Wheelchair:

1. Orient the Retroback with the foam pad side facing towards the
front of the wheelchair, the back clip facing towards the back seat
sling, and the Velcro side of the cover facing up.

2. Slide the back clip down over the wheelchair sling back so the sling
is between the nylon back side of the cover and the back clip.

3. Push the Retroback down until the top of the back clip rests on the
center of the top edge of the wheelchair sling back.

The Retroback is now ready for use.

To Remove the Retroback from a Wheelchair:

1. Grasp the handle at the top of the back clip and pull the Retroback
straight up until it is clear of the wheelchair sling back.

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