aidapt VR166 Linton Mobile Commode and Footrests Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Aidapt

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION
BEFORE USE
ASSEMBLY
FOOTRESTS (IF SUPPLIED)
USE OF THE COMMODE
CLEANING
COMPOSITION
COMMODE BUCKET
FIRE RISK
REISSUE
CARE & MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Documents / Resources

VR166
Linton Mobile Commode & Footrests

Fixing and Maintenance Instructions
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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing to purchase the Linton Mobile Commode/Footrests from Aidapt. The Linton Mobile Commode and Footrests are manufactured using only the finest materials available. If used in accordance with the user instructions they should give you many years of continuous service.
NB. This equipment must be installed by a competent person and a risk assessment may be needed as to the suitability of the chair for the particular user.

VR164	Linton Commode
VR166	Linton Commode with Footrests
VR167	Footrests (Pair)

Weight Limit: 190kg (30 stone)
Turning Circle – 800mm diameter
Do not exceed the weight limit stated- doing so could put the user at risk.

BEFORE USE

Carefully remove all packaging. Avoid using any knives or other sharp instruments as this may damage the surface of the product.
Check the product for any visible damage If you see any damage or suspect a fault, do not use your product as it may compromise the safety of the user, but contact your supplier for support.

ASSEMBLY

The package (VR164) contains the following components:

The mainframe with four brake castors attached
White commode plastic aperture seat (attached to the mainframe)
Grey commode seat cover
A pair of detachable arms
Detachable back
One pair of Footrests (VR166 and VR167 only)

Please read the following installation instructions carefully:

Remove all contents from the box
Place the assembled base on a level floor
At the rear of the commode you will see two black threaded wheel nuts; undo the wheel nuts so that the locking holes are clear
Place the two back legs into the locating holes on the back edge of the commode frame
Secure the back by turning the black lock nuts until you feel the nut biting against the back leg
Do no over tighten
Do not use tools as it is only necessary to have the back secured finger tight
Place the two detachable arms into the four locating holes featured two each side of the commode

FOOTRESTS (IF SUPPLIED)

Footrests are supplied separately to the main commode. Please examine your footrests for any visible damage before use. If you see any damage or suspect a fault, please contact your supplier immediately.
In this case, please do not use your product as it may compromise your safety.

Remove the commode footrests from their packaging
You will see on each of the front legs of the commode mainframe about 150 mm high from the castor 2 retaining lugs either side
Take the footrests and align the holes in the inverted ‘U’ section with the lugs and lower down into place.
Rotate the footrests towards the commode so that they clip into place.

USE OF THE COMMODE

When moving always lift the commode by placing you hands on the tubular metal frame beneath the blow moulded seat.

Do not allow children or unauthorized persons to play with or use the commode.
Do not rock back and forth or sideways when using the commode as this will cause excessive stress and possible damage and failure which may cause injury.
Do not use the commode outside the home or on uneven surfaces (such as in the garden) as this will cause stress to the legs and possible damage which may cause injury. It is not intended as a wheelchair.
Do not place fingers or foreign objects into any of the exposed tubular sections as this can lead to serious injury.
When operating the brake mechanism, do not stamp on the lever as this may cause damage to the mechanism and possible failure.
Not for use in the shower. Dry immediately if the Linton becomes wet.

CLEANING

A useful guide to decontamination is MHRA leaflet DB2003(06).
Do not use abrasive cleaners as this could damage the surface of the equipment. For cleaning, wipe with a clean cloth soaked in detergent solution and wring out. Depending on the detergent manufacturer’s instructions the solution may be heated.
Wipe all surfaces of the equipment and the cloth should be re-immersed periodically and the detergent changed frequently. The detergent should be rinsed or wiped off using a clean cloth immersed in clean water and wrung out.
To disinfect make sure the equipment has been cleaned and dried and then wipe over with a clean cloth and a compatible liquid disinfectant. After disinfecting clean with clean water and dry. When using detergent or disinfectants then please refer to manufacturers’ instructions and if unsure then consult your local Infection Control Specialist for advice. This equipment can be cleaned/disinfected by moist heat at 80ºC for a minimum of 10 minutes or autoclaved at 80ºC for at least 10 minutes. After cleaning or disinfecting dry and treat all joints with a water dispersing agent, e.g. WD40.

COMPOSITION

The frame is made from chromium-plated mild steel. You must not, under any circumstances, use any abrasive cleaners or cleaners which attack chromium plating.

COMMODE BUCKET

To remove the commode bucket, simply slide the bucket out from the chrome runners at the rear of the commode. Cover the top of the bucket to avoid splashing, carefully dispose of the contents into a proper sluice or WC.
Never use an open drain, sink or basin. This could cause a serious health risk.
Clean out the residue with a suitable disinfectant and refit to the commode after use.

FIRE RISK

The fillings and foam have been tested to ensure compliance with the relevant ignitability tests. The covers are cigarette and match resistant.

REISSUE

If you reissue or are about to reissue this product, please thoroughly check all components for their safety.
This includes:

Tightness of all nuts/bolts/castors and other screw-in/bolt in/push in components.
Also check all upholstery (if applicable) for security, splits, exposed staples, etc.
If in any doubt, please do not issue or use, but immediately contact your supplier for service support.
When reissuing, a risk assessment may be required as to the suitability of the chair for a particular user

CARE & MAINTENANCE

Please make a safety check of the product at regular intervals or if you have any concerns.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The information given in this instruction booklet must not be taken as forming part of or establishing any contractual or other commitment by Aidapt Bathrooms Limited, Aidapt (Wales) Ltd or its agents or its subsidiaries and no warranty or representation concerning the information is given.
Please exercise common sense and do not take any unnecessary risks when using this product; as the user you must accept liability for safety when using the product.
Please do not hesitate to contact the person who issued this product to you or the manufacturer (detailed below) if you have any queries concerning the assembly/use of your product.

Aidapt Bathrooms Ltd, Lancots Lane, Sutton Oak, St Helens, WA9 3EX
Telephone: +44 (0) 1744 745 020 • Fax: +44 (0) 1744 745 001 • Web:www.aidapt.co.uk
Email:accounts@aidapt.co.uk • adaptations@aidapt.co.uk • sales@aidapt.co.uk
November 2021

Documents / Resources

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