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Heathfield

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Codes 6901 - 6916

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CONTENTS PAGE

1.0 INTRODUCTION 1

2.0 ILLUSTRATION OF YOUR CHAIR 2

3.0 FOR YOUR SAFETY 2

4.0 UNPACKING YOUR CHAIR 3

5.0 SETTING UP AND ADJUSTING YOUR CHAIR 3

6.0 COMMON ACCESSORIES 6

7.0 CARE & MAINTENANCE 8

8.0 GUARANTEE & SERVICE 9

9.0 CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT 9

10.0 WARRANTY & AFTERSALE 10

1.0 INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the Smirthwaite Heathfield Chair.
The Heathfield Chair is suitable for children from the age of 2 to young adults who

require minimal postural support when seated and fits well into nursery, school and
home environments. A wide range of accessories can be added or removed to suit
the changing requirements of the individual.

IMPORTANT!

These instructions should be read by all therapists and carers using the equipment
and should be retained for future reference. A clinical assessment of the child’s
needs should be undertaken to ensure the Heathfield chair is correctly specified and
adjusted. Adjustments should only be made by a therapist, Smirthwaite product
advisor or suitably trained personnel.

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2.0 ILLUSTRATION OF YOUR CHAIR

A. Contoured seat
B. Backrest
C. Armrest
D. Leg outrigger
E. Pelvic lap strap

3.0 FOR YOUR SAFETY
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND THOROUGHLY.

 The user should NOT be left unattended whilst in the chair. Always ensure a responsible

therapist or carer is in attendance.

 If you believe the chair or any fitted accessory to be faulty at any time, DO NOT USE –

contact Smirthwaite by telephone on [phone].

 The therapist should be familiar with the methods of adjustment and have completed all

adjustments appropriately to meet the needs of the child before transferring the child onto
the chair.

 The chair is ONLY to be used indoors on a flat level surface.
 DO NOT EXCEED USER MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMITS.
 Always fasten the pelvic strap and any other straps provided with the chair.
 Regular maintenance checks and cleaning are essential for the safe use of this

equipment (see Section 6.0 Care and Maintenance).

 Always keep this product away from naked flames, cigarettes and sources of heat

including open fireplaces, radiators and heaters.

 DO NOT fit parts or accessories of other manufacturers to this product unless authorised

to do so in writing by G&S Smirthwaite Ltd. Failure to follow these instructions will not only
invalidate the guarantee but could make the chair dangerous to use.

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 G&S Smirthwaite Ltd will not accept liability for any injury or damage incurred through

such malpractices. Any repairs required must be carried out by G&S Smirthwaite Ltd
authorised personnel.

 Product codes 6901/2 and 6911/2: It is possible to tip the chair forward if another child

leans heavily on the front edge of the tray (if fitted). Size 1 and 2 chairs with trays MUST
also have a footboard, skis, dolly or footrest for stability.

4.0 UNPACKING YOUR CHAIR

 When delivered, the chair will be supplied fully assembled except for the attachment of

any special accessories ordered. Export orders may require the chair to be fully
assembled, which takes approximately 2 minutes.

 If your order has been supplied as a custom kit, please ensure you follow both the

instructions documented in this IFU and any additional instructions supplied.

 Please take note of any instructions on the packaging/box when unpacking.
 Once the chair has been carefully unpacked, please check all parts.

If you believe this product to be faulty - DO NOT USE - Contact G&S Smirthwaite Ltd
on T: [phone].

5.0 SETTING UP AND ADJUSTING YOUR CHAIR

Set up is made safer and easier by following the instructions below.

PLEASE NOTE: ALWAYS TURN LEVER HANDWHEELS AND SCREWS CLOCKWISE TO
TIGHTEN OR ANTI-CLOCKWISE TO LOOSEN. THE CHAIR MUST BE FULLY ADJUSTED BY A
THERAPIST OR TRAINED REPRESENTATIVE BEFORE USE.

5.1 ADJUSTMENTS

5.1.1 SEAT DEPTH

To move seat forwards or backwards

 Loosen handwheels (A).
 Slide seat to desired position (B).
 Allow 25mm gap between the

back of knee and the edge of the
seat.

 Tighten handwheels (A) when the

seat depth is set to the desired
position.

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