Vicair Vector Quick Installation Manual

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VICAIR

TECHNOLOGY

The best medium for pressure redistribution is air. Unfortunately, there are a few drawbacks; air is unstable and it tends to leak. Vicair solved these issues when they created Vicair SmartCells.

The unique Vicair air-technology, which uses the small air-filled SmartCells, was developed in cooperation with the Amsterdam

Rehabilitation Centre. It was awarded the Grand Prix at the ‘Salon des Inventions’ in Geneva, Switzerland. Vicair develops and produces

its product line in the Netherlands for customers all over the world.

Unique combination of skin protection and positioning When you sit on a Vicair wheelchair cushion, you are supported by hundreds of SmartCells. The layers of cells inside the cushion compartments move with so little friction that the effect resembles the behaviour of a viscous fluid, slowly adjusting to the shape of your body. Also,

because SmartCells deform individually, they conform to your body’s

contours. The result is superior pressure redistribution. On top of this, the tetraeder-shape of the cells and the design of the cushion compartments make the Vicair cushion ultra stable and prevent the

person sitting on it from sliding forward. As a result the cushion reduces shear forces to a bare minimum and helps to create and maintain an optimal, functional posture.

Ease of use Vicair SmartCell cushions are extremely user-friendly. The well balanced filling grade ensures that Vicair cushions are ready to use, but if you prefer, you can adjust the cushions to your personal positioning needs by adding or removing SmartCells. The cushion requires hardly any maintenance; there is no need for a pump or any

other accessories and once the cushion is set up, it doesn’t require

daily monitoring. Not only are the Vicair wheelchair cushions extremely comfortable, but they are incredibly lightweight: on average weighing less than 0,8 kg each. This makes them the lightest high performance wheelchair cushions available by far.

The Vicair cushion is always ready for use. Safe, durable and low on maintenance.

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Min. 15 kg Max. 250 kg

Min. -20°C Max. 55°C

+ 2.400 m

- 50 m

Min. 0% Max. 100 %

Quick Installation Guide

Y=Y X=X

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4 5 6

5 min.

Min. 2,5 cm

Bruynvisweg 5 1531 AX Wormer Netherlands [email protected] vicair.com

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2 cm

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Inch 14 15 16 17¼ 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

35 38 40 43 45 48 50 53 55 58 60

17¼

Sometimes it is necessary to ooad the vulnerable area around the IT’s (seat bones) and coccyx (tailbone). e Vicair Vector does just that. It's unique compartment layout further provides comfort, optimal skin protection, excellent leg guidance and extra pelvic stabilit y. e Vector oers suppor t where needed, resulting in improved functionality of the upper body and expanding the reach.

Ischial well

ooading the IT-coccyx area

Front compartments provide leg-guidance and stability. Adjustable for individual positioning needs.

PRODUCT PERFORMANCE

Skin protection / Anti decubitus

Pressure redistribution Shear reduction Micro climate control Impact & vibration damping

Positioning

Lateral stabilit y Frontal stability Sliding prevention Allows manual adjustments Allows easy transfers

Maintenance & Safety

Durability Reliability Functionality when misused Low maintenance level Level of hygiene

Functionality & Application

Comfort Low cushion weight Available size range Maximum user weight Low seat to ﬂoor height Auto adjustments

Superior pressure redistribution due to the combination of immersion and ooading

Eight adjustable compartments for maximum stability

Extra positioning of the upper legs

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Height 6-10 cm Average weight 640 -820 grams Max. user weight 250 kg

USED WITH

Spinal cord injuries, neuromuscular diseases, hypermobilit y syndrome, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS)

Trochanter support: ﬁrmer density to provide lateral stability and to redistribute pressure to help create an ischial well.

OFFLOADING THE IT-COCCYX AREA

CUSHION SIZES

Standard On request

VICAIR VECTOR PRODUCT SHEET

en-rev 04/2016

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CM INCH

VECTOR TWIN POSITIONER ADJUSTER

35x40 14x16

+ + +

40x40 16x16

+ + + +

40x45 16x18

+ + + +

40x50 16x20

+ + +

43x43 17x17

+ + + +

45x40 18x16

+ + + +

45x45 18x18

+ + + +

45x50 18x20

+ + +

50x45 20x18

+ + +

50x50 20x20

+ + +

* Width x Depth

- All models are available in 6 cm (2,5”) and 10 cm (4”) height.

- Specials and custom made products on request.

AVAILABLE STANDARD MODELS

AVAILABLE STANDARD SIZES

Academy Positioner

Academy Adjuster

Academy VectorAcademy Twin

fig. B fig. A

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INTRODUCTION

ASSEMBLY

Thank you for choosing a Vicair® Academy cushion. We are sure you will appreciate the simplicity, reliability and fantastic effect. Your Vicair

Academy cushion is designed

to be used as described in this manual. Please read the whole manual before use.

The cushion consists of the following parts:

Inner cover

The inner cover is made up of zippered compartments. The number and shape of the compartments depends on the cushion model. Each compartment is filled with a specific number of triangular, air filled SmartCells™.

Outer cover

Two types of outer cover are available:

• Comfair, made of breathable fabric

• Incontinence, made of waterproof incontinence-resistant material

Both cover types have an anti-slip bottom surface and a two-way stretchable top surface. As the bottom of the cover is also provided with strips of Velcro tape, it is possible to fixate the cushion onto the wheelchair seat.

Checking the cushion size

Together with your therapist or dealer, make sure the cushion fits the dimensions of your body and your wheelchair.

Width: The cushion should match the width of the wheelchair seat. If your wheelchair has armrests or side-guards that are capable of containing the cushion, the cushion may be up to 2cm (0.8”) wider. Make sure the cushion cannot interfere with the wheel spokes.

Depth: The cushion should match the length of the wheelchair seat, or be up to 2.5cm (1”) longer. If the cushion is longer than that, we recommend the insertion of a solid seat base underneath the inner cushion, inside the outer cover.

Fitting the cushion in the outer cover

• Check if the dimensions of the outer cover matches the dimension of the cushion.

• Remove the clear plastic wrapping.

• Fully open the zipper in the outer cover.

• Insert the inner cushion in the outer cover.

• Pass the loop through the eyelet in the bottom panel of the outer cover (fig. A).

• Close the zipper in the outer cover. Make sure not to damage the inner cover.

• Always use the cushion with the outer cover in place.

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USE

Vicair recommends to install and adjust the Academy cushions under the direct supervision of your therapist or dealer.

• Make sure that the wheelchair seat is clean and degreased.

• Remove the protective backing tape from the self-adhesive Velcro strips.

• Place the cushion on the seat of your wheelchair and push it down firmly. Make sure the loop faces down and to the back of your wheelchair (fig. B). To remove the cushion from the wheelchair seat, simply pull it off the Velcro strips.

• Sit on the cushion for a few minutes, to allow the cushion to adapt to your body shape.

• If necessary, adjust the footrests of your wheelchair. Your feet should just rest on them while your thighs are in full contact with the cushion.

When you prefer not to use the Velcro, you can simply remove the self-adhesive Velcro strips. Note that the strips confected to the bottom of the cover cannot be removed.

Adjusting the cushion filling

Each Vicair cushion has its own unique filling grade depending on size and model. If necessary, the filling grade of the cushion can be adjusted by removing or adding SmartCells™ from the various compartments of the cushion. You can find the default filling grade on the label that is attached to the inner cover.

Checking for “bottoming out”

Your tailbone and pelvic bones should not touch the bottom of the cushion. Checking for “bottoming out” should be done during first use and after adjustments to the cushion filling.

• Check the cushion for bottoming out, after sitting on the cushion for approximately 5 minutes.

• Let your therapist or dealer slide a hand between the cushion and the wheelchair while leaning forward.

• Make sure the buttocks are supported by at least ca.3cm / 1,2” of SmartCells™.

• Do not use the cushion if bottoming out occurs. In most cases, adjusting the filling grade of the compartments, or using a different model or size of cushion will solve the problem.

Checking for redness of the skin

Check your skin regularly for redness, especially during the first few days. If redness occurs and does not disappear after 15 minutes, do not continue to use the cushion. Consult your therapist or dealer.

Use at high altitude

Because each SmartCells™ is filled with air, the cushion may behave differently when used at high altitude or in an aeroplane. Under such circumstances, the cushion’s firmness can be adjusted by removing a few cells from each compartment. Vicair recommends not to use the cushion above 2400 m (8000 ft) ASL (above sea level).

INSTALLATION

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Disinfecting the cushion

In case of soiling with body fluids, and when transferring the cushion to another user, the cushion must be disinfected to avoid cross contamination.

• Clean the inner cushion and the outer cover as described above. When washing the outer cover, preferably use an anti-bacterial agent.

• Spray disinfectant on the outer cover and the inner cushion. Bend the compartments outwards to make sure that the spray mist gets into the gaps.

Vicair offers a limited warranty against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two (2) years after the original date of purchase, provided the product has been used normally. Any damage arising from abnormal use, or caused by improper handling, cleaning, or negligence, is excluded from this warranty. Should a defect in materials or workmanship occur within two (2) years from the original date of purchase, Vicair will, at its own choice, repair or replace the product free of charge. The outer cover is excluded from this warranty. Remedies for breach of express warranties herein are limited to repair or replacement of the product. In no event shall damages for breach of any warranty include any consequential damages or exceed the cost of non-conforming goods sold.

For additional product information, see our website: www.vicair.com Information about non-standard sizes is available upon request.

WARRANTY

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Prevention

Higher

risk

Increased

risk

Pressure Guide

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Cushion Sizes

(Width x Depth)

Inches 14 x 16 16 x 16 16 x 18 16 x 20 17 x 17 18 x 16 18 x 18 18 x 20 20 x 18 20 x 20 22 x 20

cm 35 x 40 40 x 40 40 x 45 40 x 50 43 x 43 45 x 40 45 x 45 45 x 50 50 x 45 50 x 50 55 x 50

Vicair Custom

your choice, discuss with us

Liberty TC

- - - -



- - - - - -

Centre Relief

- - - - - -



- - - -

All Rounder

Systam France

  

- -

   

- -

Systam Viscoex+Plus

 

- -

 

nxt Bio Fit

  

     

Vicair cushions are also available in custom sizes, for more information please ask.

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Systam France

(MoH Band One Equipment List)

Anatomically shaped HR foam for stable positioning.

Viscoex + Plus

(MoH Band One Equipment List)

Viscogel with ergonomic insert improves user immersion of sacral and ischial areas.

nxt BioFit

Multi-layered Viscogel & HR foam to give deep immersion and support.

Foam & viscogel solutions

Centre Relief

Liberty TC

All Rounder

Liberty TC

For toilet seats and commodes

Centre Relief

For complete ofoading of the

rectal area. Sit comfortably & safe even in the most painful situations

All Rounder

For mobile users. Protection

also for sports and during transfers.

Custom

Discuss with us a custom made seating solution.

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Prevention

Serious risk & Ulcer treatment

Increased Risk

Asymmetry*

Extreme

Yes

Mild

Asymmetry*

Instability

Pressure Guide

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1 - Relief by air

the best pressure relief.

2 - Ultra stable

for optimal functional posture & shear reduction.

3 - Lower maintenance

No Pump Puncture Proof

Lightest Temperature Proof

Vector & Vector O2

Low prole (6cm) for

improved positioning, reduced sliding, leg adduction, abduction tendencies and amputees. New Vector 02 is fully

machine washable to 60° &

100% breathable cushion.

Active 6

Low prole (6cm) for active

wheelchair users. Stable

transfers (foam-front)

improved pelvic positioning and sacral immersion

(aircell-rear).

Adjuster 6

Low prole (6cm), ideal for

pelvic obliquity, windswept

hips, restricted hip exion

and punting.

Vector & Vector 02

For improved positioning, reduced sliding, leg adduction, abduction tendencies and amputees. New Vector 02 is fully

machine washable to 60° &

100% breathable cushion.

Adjuster 10

and

Adjuster 12

Suitable for accomodation and correction of the following conditions:

• Pelvic obliquity,

• Scoliosis of the spine,

• Windswept hips,

• Restricted hip exion

• Amputation.

Active 9

For active wheelchair users.

Easier transfers (foam-front),

improved pelvic positioning, and sacral immersion

(aircells-rear).

Liberty Prole

New 2017. Low prole (6cm)

Automatically adjusts to body shape. Includes a stabiliser support to enhance pelvis positioning and stability

Cushion Sizes

(Width x Depth)

Inches 14 x 16 16 x 16 16 x 18 16 x 20 18 x 16 18 x 18 18 x 20 20 x 18 20 x 20 22 x 20 24 x 20 24 x 22

cm 35 x 40 40 x 40 40 x 45 40 x 50 45 x 40 45 x 45 45 x 50 50 x 45 50 x 50 55 x 50 60 x 50 60 x 55

Liberty Prole

 

    

- - -

Active 6

        

- - -

Vector/Vector 02 6

     

- - - - - -

Adjuster 6

     

- - - - - -

Active 9

           

Vector/Vector 02 10

           

Adjuster 10

           

Adjuster 12

          

Vicair cushions are also available in custom sizes, for more information please ask.

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Vicair Benets

The number above refers to the height, in cm, of the cushion.

*For asymmetry adjust cushion as required for user.

Vector O2

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