etac 78323 Swift Commode User Manual

etac 78323 Swift Commode

Specifications

• Product Name: Swift Commode
• Model Number: 78323
• Version: 18
• Manufacturer: Etac
• Weight: 6.2 kg (14 lbs)
• Height Range: 800-950 mm (31.5-37.5 inches)
• Width Range: 530-550 mm (20.9-21.7 inches)
• Seat Dimensions: 540 x 410 mm (21.3 x 16.1 inches)
• Maximum User Weight: 160 kg
• Materials: PP, Alu, TPE, PE

Product Usage Instructions

Device Description
The Swift Commode is a shower commode chair with detachable armrests and backrests. It can be used as a stand-alone toilet, over the toilet, or in the shower. The height of the chair is adjustable, and it can be used with one, two, or without arm supports. The opening in the chair enables a stable grip and support when the arm supports are not used.

Intended Purpose
The Swift Commode is a medical device designed to alleviate or compensate for functional impairments due to injury or disability. It is intended for performing hygiene tasks in the shower, at a
sink, or over the toilet, as well as for transfers to and from the hygiene room.

Intended User Group
The Swift Commode is suitable for individuals with a height of 146 cm (57.5 inches) or more, or a mass of 40 kg (88 lbs) or more. The user group is based on functional ability rather than a specific diagnosis, health condition, or age. Caregivers providing assistance and clinicians/technicians who set up the device can also be secondary users.

Intended Environment
The Swift Commode is intended for indoor use in home environments or institutions. It is suitable for use in bathrooms,
but not in swimming pools or similar corrosive environments.

Intended Application
The Swift Commode is designed for both short-term and long-term use. It can be applied multiple times per day for hygiene tasks and transfers.

FAQ

Q: Can the armrests and backrest be detached?
A: Yes, the Swift Commode comes with detachable armrests and backrest for easy customization and use.

Q: What is the weight capacity of the Swift Commode?
A: The maximum user weight for the Swift Commode is 160 kg (352 lbs).

Q: Can the Swift Commode be used in swimming pools?
A: No, the Swift Commode is not suitable for use in swimming pools or similar corrosive environments.

Thank you for choosing an Etac product.
In order to avoid damage during assembly, handling and use, it is important to read this manual and save it for future reference. You can also find it at www.etac.com. You can select your language via the “International” and “Local websites” link. Here you will also find other product documentation, such as prescriber information, pre-purchase guide, and reconditioning instructions. In the manual, the User is the person sitting in the chair. The carer is the person helping the user.

Device description

Swift Commode is a shower commode chair with detachable armrests and backrests. It is height adjustable to be used as a stand-alone toilet, over the toilet or in the shower. It can be used with one, two or without arm supports. If the arm supports are not used, the opening enables a stable grip and support.

Intended purpose
Swift Commode (hereafter also referred to as ”the device” or ”the product”), is a medical device intended for alleviation of or compensation for a functional impairment due to an injury or disability. The device is designed to be used when performing hygiene tasks in the shower, at a sink, or over the toilet, as well as for transfers to and from the hygiene room.

Intended user group
The user group for the device is based on the individual’s functional ability and not on a specific diagnosis, health condition or age. They are intended for individuals with a height of 146 cm or more, or a mass of 40 kg or more. Secondary users of the devices are caregivers providing assistance and clinicians/technicians who set up the device.

Intended environment
The device is intended for indoor use at home environments or institutions and are suitable for use in bathrooms, but not swimming pools or similar corrosive environments.

Intended application
The device is intended for short-term and long-term use and can be applied several times per day.
The device is intended for use with intact skin. The device is intended for refurbishment and reuse.

Expected service life
The expected service life is 7 years. For complete information regarding the service life of the device, see www.etac.com.

Indications
Indication for use is a disability, including, but not limited to, an individual with physical disabilities who needs a backrest and/or armrests to maintain a sitting position and assistance with transfers to/from the chair.

Contraindications:
There are no known contraindications.

Warnings
Warnings describing a risk element for a specific action or setting of the device can be found in the relevant section

• Check user sensitivity for pressure ulcer before use
• A defective device must not be used.
• When moving sideways, do not lean on just one armrest.
• Heated devices can cause burns

Declaration of conformity
The device meets the requirements of the Medical Device Regulation (EU) 2017/745.
The device is tested and meets the requirements of the EN ISO 10993-1, SS EN 12182.

Pre-purchase information
Pre-purchase information can be found at www.etac.com.

Adverse event
In case an adverse event occurs in relation to the use of the device, it should be reported to your local dealer and the national competent authority in a timely manner. The local dealer will forward the information to the manufacturer.

Customization
is everything that goes beyond the manual’s instructions and settings. Devices specially adapted by the customer must not retain Etac’s CE marking. Etac’s warranty expires. If there is any uncertainty regarding the execution of the customization, consult Etac. A device coupled with another device may not retain either device’s CE mark unless combination agreements exist. Contact Etac for current information.

Device description …………………………. Figure A

1. Seat
2. Leg
3. Ferrule
4. Arm support
5. Back support
6. Swift Commode pan including lid
7. Product label
8. Item no label*

Symbols, labels ……………………………..Figure B

Symbols in the manual and on the device:

1. Warning, precaution or limitation.
2. Useful advice and tips.
3. Material for recycling.
4. A height difference of more than one (3°) hole is not allowed for chair legs.
5. When moving sideways, do not lean on just one arm support.
6. Maximum user weight (see technical data)
7. Cleaning (see maintenance)
8. Product weight

Explanation item no label: ……………..Figure C

1. Product name
2. Product Description
3. Serial number
4. Item number
5. Date of manufacture
6. Barcode acc. to GS1-128 GTIN-14 and serial number*

*The device’s date of manufacture can be read from the barcode on the device. The number 11 is shown below the barcode in brackets. The number combination after these brackets is the date of manufacture.

Technical data ………………………………..Figure D

Installation ……………………………………. Figure E

Dismantling …………………………………… Figure F

1. Back support
2. Leg
3. Arm support
4. Pan

Maintenance

• Clean the device with a solvent-free detergent which has a pH of 5-9, or with a 70% disinfectant solution. Can be decontaminated at max. 85°C if so required.
• Constituent materials are corrosion-resistant. 5-year guarantee against material and manufacturing defects. For terms and conditions, see www.etac.com.

Storage

The device should be stored indoors in a dry place at a temperature above 5°C. If the device has been stored for a long time (more than four months), its function must be checked by an expert before use.

Accessories ……………………………………Figure G

1. Swift Commode pan including lid
2. Back support 3. Soft seat
3. Softback
4. Soap dish/Lid support/Shower head holder
5. Toilet paper holder

Etac Ltd.
Unit 60, Hartlebury Trading Estate, Hartlebury, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY10 4JB +44 121 561 2222

Promefa AG
Kasernenstrasse 3A 8184 Bachenbülach, CH+41 44 872 97 79

• +46 371 58 73 00
• info@etac.com
• www.etac.com

References

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