Schuchmann BASTI Instructions For Use Manual

Instructions for use

BASTI

the multifarious bathing and shower lying aid

Dear Customer,

At this point we would like to thank you for placing your trust in our company and
for purchasing our product.

We ask you to read through the Instructions for use carefully prior to initial com­missioning of the product, and to observe them. Please note that guidelines and
representations in these Instructions for use may deviate from your product due to
differing equipment.

We reserve the right to make technical modications.

Important information!

Ensure that these Instructions for use remain with the product.

Your Schuchmann Team

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Contents Page

1. Preparation before use

1.1 Transport..................................................................................................... 2

1.2 Safety measures prior to use...................................................................... 2

1.3 Safe disposal of the packaging material..................................................... 2

1.4

Location of the instructions............................................................................. 2

2. Product description

2.1 Materials..................................................................................................... 3

2.2 Areas of application, intended use.............................................................. 3

2.3 Not intended use / warnings....................................................................... 3

2.4 Equipment basic model.............................................................................. 4

2.5 List of accessory......................................................................................... 4

2.6 Product overview including accessory........................................................ 4

2.7 General settings.......................................................................................... 5

2.7.1 Adjustment of backrest.................................................................... 5

2.7.2 Adjustment of headrest.................................................................... 5

2.7.3 Adjustment of lower leg support...................................................... 5

2.7.4 Mounting of chest harness.............................................................. 6

3. Accessory

3.1 Headrest padding....................................................................................... 6

3.2 Additional special fabric.............................................................................. 6

3.3 Additional belt............................................................................................. 7

3.4 Shower stand.............................................................................................. 7

3.5 Adjustment of shower stand.................................................................... 8-9

4. Maintenance and care

4.1 Care............................................................................................................ 9

4.2 Maintenance............................................................................................... 9

4.3 Spare parts................................................................................................. 9

5. Technical data

5.1 Dimensions basic model........................................................................... 10

5.2 Dimensions shower stand......................................................................... 11

6. Warranty.......................................................................................................... 12

7. Identication

7.1 EC declaration of conformity..................................................................... 13

7.2 Serial number / date of production............................................................ 14

7.3 Product versions....................................................................................... 14

7.4 Date of issue of this document................................................................. 14

7.5 Name and address of manufacturer, specialist dealer.............................. 14

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1. Preparation before use

1.1 Transport

On receiving the product, please check it for completeness, lack of faults and check
it for any transport damage.

Inspect the goods in the presence of your forwarder

Should transport damage have occurred, please cause an inventory (determination
of the faults) to be made in the presence of the forwarder. Please send a complaint
in writing to the specialist dealer responsible.

1.2 Safety measures prior to use

Correct use of BASTI requires precise and careful training of the accompanying
person. We ask you to read through the Instructions for use carefully prior to initial
commissioning of the seating aid, and to observe them.

1.3 Safe disposal of the packaging material

Please assist in disposing of the packaging material professionally in order to pro­mote the recycling of resources. For this reason, separate the packaging materials

for recycling according to their classication. Do not leave packaging materials

unattended, as they are a possible source of danger.

1.4 Location of the instructions

Ensure that these Instructions for use remain with the product. Additional copies
are available at www.schuchmann-reha.com.

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2.2 Areas of application, intended use

BASTI, the multifarious bathing and shower lying aid, suits solely for use in bath
tubs, showers, sandboxes and on the beach. It supports children and youths
without the capability of sitting upright unassisted and it gives additional stability
through straps. Use over and above that is not intended.

CAUTION!

2.3 Not intended use / warnings

• BASTI should only be used by one child/youth at the same time.

• Never leave child unattended on the bathing and shower lying aid.

• Correct use of BASTI requires an prior instruction of the caregiver.

• Max. load of 75 kg should not be exceeded.

• Never use BASTI if any part is faulty, worn out or missing.

• Do not place the chair near an open re or other sources of strong heat, such
as electric bar res, gas res etc. due to the risk of re.

• Do not use any accessories or replacement parts not manufactured by

Schuchmann, because this may affect your child’s safety.

• Do not use the chair unless all components are correctly tted and adjusted.

• BASTI is not suitable for the transport of persons.

2. Product description

2.1 Materials

Main frame is made out of stainless steel, is corrosion-free and black powder­coated. Frames of back-/headrest and lower leg support are made out of
aluminium, are corrosion-free and black powder-coated. The internal structure of
the snap-lock joints and the Bowden cable are made out of stainless steel and are
corrosion-free. The removable and washable fabric consists of 100% polyester.

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2.4 Equipment basic model

• frame, black powder-coated

• removable and washable fabric

• angle-adjustable back-/headrest and lower leg support

• chest strap

2.5 List of accessory

• head cushions, adjustable by Velcro
closure

• additional strap for the thoracic or
pelvic region, adjustable by Velcro
closure

• mobile shower stand, with 4 castors

• special fabric including a deepening

to stabilise the seating position

head cushions, adjustable

with Velcro closure

angle-adjustment
headrest

2.6 Product overview including accessory

frame, black
powder-coated

special fabric including
a deepening to stabilise
the seating position

angle-adjustment
lower leg support

angle-adjustment
backrest

chest strap

headrest

lower leg

support

backrest

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Make sure after positioning that the snap-lock joint latches!

2.7 General settings

With BASTI every shower or bath becomes as easy as possible. Backrest and lower
leg support angles adjust easily into the desired and for the child comfortable
position. Due to the foldable headrest even hair washing becomes effortlessly.
Thanks to the low seat height a minimum of water is necessary.

2.7.2 Adjustment of headrest

Headrest is adjustable from 0° to 90°. Push
simultaneously the buttons on both sides and
bring the headrest into the desired position. After
positioning, release the loop and make sure that
the snap-lock joint latches.

2.7.3 Adjustment of lower leg support

Lower leg support is adjustable from 0° to 90°. Push
simultaneously the buttons on both sides and
bring the lower leg support into the desired posi­tion. After positioning, release the loop and make
sure that the snap-lock joint latches.

2.7.1 Adjustment of backrest

Backrest is adjustable from 90° to 180°. Pull loop
on the back of the backrest and bring the back­rest into the desired position. After positioning,
release the loop and make sure, that the snap­lock joint latches.

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Make sure that all Velcro closures are closed!

2.7.4 Mounting of chest harness

To mount the chest harness, place it at the

desired position around the backrest and x it

with the Velcro closure on the back of the back­rest. In addition the width is adjustable through
Velcro closures along both sides.

3. Accessory

3.1 Headrest padding

• adjustable

• with Velcro closure

Mounting

To mount the head cushions, place them at the
desired position around the headrest and x it with
the Velcro closure on the back of the headrest. Both cushions are horizontal ad­justable.

3.2 Additional special fabric

• including a deepening to stabilise
the seating position

• with Velcro closure

This special fabric stabilises the seating position
of young children and provides the basis for an
upright position.

Mounting

Bring the backrest almost in a parallel position to
the seating surface and pull the fabric over the
frame. Fix it with the Velcro closure underneath
the seating surface.

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3.3 Additional belt

• adjustable

• Velcro closure

• for the thoracic or pelvic region

Mounting

To mount the additional belt, place it at the

desired position around the frame and x it with

the Velcro closure.

A B

3.4 Shower stand

• mobile

• with 4 castors incl. brakes

• width: 57 cm

• lying height: 61* - 66 cm

• length: 92 cm

* in combination with special fabric including
a deepening to stabilise the seating position

Mounting

Plug the rear crossbar of BASTI rst into the rear sockets (A) and then into the

quick-release locks (B). The rear sockets (A) are adjustable in the width and can
be adapted to all sizes of BASTI (see Point 3.5). Open the quick-release lock (B)
to remove BASTI.

Make sure that all Velcro closures are closed!

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Adjustment for BASTI size 2+3

Bring the rear sockets (A) and the quick release locks (B) into the following posi­tions for BASTI size 2+3:

A

B

3.5 Adjustment of shower stand

The rear sockets (A) and the quick release locks (B) must be placed different for
the various sizes of BASTI.

Adjustment for BASTI size 1

Bring the rear sockets (A) and the quick release locks (B) into the following posi­tions for BASTI size 1:

A

B

Adjustment for BASTI size 4

Bring the rear sockets (A) and the quick release locks (B) into the following posi­tions for BASTI size 4:

A

B

4. Maintenance and care

4.1 Care

Wipe all frame elements with a sponge or clean damp cloth. The fabric can be
removed and washed at 30°. Please do not tumble dry and use any abrasive
detergents.

4.3 Spare parts

Please refer to your specialist dealer for any spare parts (see item 7.5) and mention
the serial number.

4.2 Maintenance

A visual inspection is recommended daily. Periodically inspect for cracks, breaks,
loose parts, missing parts and/or malfunctions. Remove the product from service
when any condition develops that might make operation unsafe. Please refer to
your specialist dealer for any failure or malfunction (see item 7.5).

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Dimensions - Basic model

Gr. 1 Gr. 2 Gr. 3 Gr. 4

A Seat width 30 cm 35 cm 35 cm 40 cm

B Seat depth 30 cm 34 cm 38 cm 44 cm

C Backrest height 45 cm 61 cm 71 cm 82 cm

D Length base 69 cm 74 cm 88 cm 93 cm

E Lower leg length 19 cm 20 cm 28 cm 28 cm

Backrest angle 90° - 180° 90° - 180° 90° - 180° 90° - 180°

Knee angle 0° - 90° 0° - 90° 0° - 90° 0° - 90°

Head support angle 0° - 90° 0° - 90° 0° - 90° 0° - 90°

Seat height 0* / 5 cm 0* / 5 cm 0* / 5 cm 0* / 5 cm

Max. load 35 kg 45 kg 55 kg 75 kg

Weight 4 kg 4,1 kg 4,3 kg 4,8 kg

* in combination with special fabric including a deepening to stabilise the seating position

5. Technical data

5.1 Dimensions basic model

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Dimensions - Shower stand

A Length 92 cm

B Width 57 cm

C

Seat height with shower
stand

61* / 66 cm

* in combination with special fabric
including a deepening to stabilise the
seating position

5.2 Dimensions shower stand

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6. Warranty

1. In addition to our general business terms we grant a guarantee of 2 years
for all frame elements.

2. All faulty parts will be replaced at no charge, unless there is a material or
constructions fault.

3. Repairs are just to be carried out by authorised specialist dealers or the
manufacturer.

4. If the product has been tted with any accessories that have not been
supplied by Schuchmann, the warranty shall lapse.

5. The manufacturer is not liable for damages caused by components and
spare parts, which are not released by the manufacturer.

6. The result of incorrect handling, natural wear, excessive stress or violent
damage of the product shall not be covered by the guarantee.

7. Warranty lapses, if modications or design changes have been done by
unauthorised persons.

8. Custom-made products are not returnable.

9. We reserve the right to change our designs and materials relating to the
state of the art and common product development.

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7.Identication

7.1 EC declaration of conformity

Schuchmann GmbH & Co.KG

Dütestr. 3
D-49205 Hasbergen
Fon: +49 (0) 54 05 / 909 - 0
Fax: [phone] / 909 - 109

declares in sole responsibility, that the below mentioned product of class 1
medical devices

„BASTI“ - the multifarious bathing and shower lying aid

Art.-No.: 56 01 000 (size 1) 56 03 000 (size 3)

56 02 000 (size 2) 56 04 000 (size 4)

complies with the requirements of the below listed directives and standards:

• EU Directive 93/42/EEC for medical products

• EN 12182 - Assistive products for persons with disability

• EN ISO 14971 - Medical devices - Application of risk management to medical

devices

This EC declaration of conformity applies only to products with the above
mentioned article numbers.

Date 18.04.2011

Signature ________________________

Name Torsten Schuchmann

Function Safety ofcer for medical devices

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This product has been delivered by the following specialist dealer:

7.3 Product versions

The multifarious bathing and shower lying aid is available in four sizes and can be
supplemented by optional accessories (see item 3).

7.4 Date of issue of this document

Instructions for use BASTI - Change status C; Issue 08.2014

7.5 Name and address of the manufacturer / specialist dealer
supplying the product

This product was manufactured by:

Schuchmann GmbH & Co. KG

Dütestraße 3 · 49205 Hasbergen
Tel. [phone] · Fax [phone]
[e-mail] · www.schuchmann-reha.de

7.2 Serial number / production date

You can nd the serial number, the production date as well as further details on the

type label that is located on each of your products.

Schuchmann GmbH & Co. KG

Dütestr. 3 · 49205 Hasbergen · Germany

www.schuchmann-reha.de · [e-mail] · Fon +49 (0) 5405 / 909 - 0

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