INVACARE DTEC013897 Headrest Installation Guide

: June 4, 2024
: INVACARE

INVACARE DTEC013897 Headrest Installation Guide

INVACARE DTEC013897 Headrest

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1.0 MATRX LOXXTM ASSEMBLY

1.0 MATRX LOXXT”’ ASSEMBLY

* _(Note: Matrx Elan Headrest Pads Sold Separately)_**

2.0 GENERAL

IMPORTANT! As applicable, please refer to the OEM Headrest Pad Owners Manual
(provided separately) for additional safety information, warnings and cautions related to the installation and care of the headrest pad.

2.1 SAFETY SYMBOLS:

The following symbols are used throughout this user manual to identify warnings, cautions and important notes. It is very important that you read and understand them completely.

IMPORTANT! Indicates important information which if not followed could result in damage to the product.
CAUTION! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in product damage, minor injury or both.
WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury.

Manufacturer

This product complies with the EU Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 for medical products (Class I).

2.2 WARRANTY

We provide a manufacturers warranty for this product in accordance with our General Terms and
Conditions of Business in the respective countries. Warranty claims can only be made through the provider from whom the device was purchased

2.3 SERVICE LIFE

The expected service life of this product is three years when used in accordance with safety instructions and intended use, stated in this manual. The eff ective service life can vary depending on frequency and intensity of use.

3.0 LOXX HEADREST HARDWARE INSTALLATION

The LOXX™ Headrest Mounting Hardware is is designed for use with most industry standard headrest pads, and is fully compatible with our line of Matrx Elan Headrest Pads (sold separately)

WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury

Injury may occur during use of the wheelchair if a headrest is wrongly adjusted or not installed correctly. The users neck may become hyperextended in the event of a collision, or when the system is tilted or reclined.

This product must be fitted by an experienced clinician or technician.
Before each use, check that all mounting/adjustment hardware is securely fastened..

WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury

Risk of serious injury when transporting a client in a motor vehicle within a wheelchair fi tted with the Invacare® Matrx® LOXX™ headrest hardware.

Wherever practicable Motion Concepts recommends that the client is transferred out of the wheelchair into a vehicle seat using a lap and diagonal seat belt or an appropriate child safety seat.
The Matrx® LOXX™ Hardware may only be used in conjunction with wheelchairs that comply with the performance requirements of RESNA WC19 or ISO 7176–19.
For safe transportation of a client within a wheelchair in a motor vehicle, refer to the user manuals of the wheelchair and the tie-down and occupant restraint system (WTORS).

3.0 LOXX HEADREST HARDWARE INSTALLATION

WARNING! Risk of injury

Inspect the headrest hardware to ensure that there are no missing or damaged parts.

WARNING! Risk of injury

Before drilling or modifying any back shell, always contact the back manufacturer to ensure the back is recommended for a headrest application.

3.1 LOXXT” INSTALLATION/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS

(Refer to images provided in Section 1.0 – ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW (p.4-5))
OPTIONAL LOCKING SCREW (see Fig 1): The locking lever (A1) may be replaced with the optional 30mm locking screw (A2) provided. Unscrew the lever from the upper clamp housing and retain the original washer (a). Being careful to keep the clamping block (b) in position inside the upper pivot, use the 5mm hex key (provided) to install the replacement locking screw (with washer)

MOUNTING CLAMP INSTALLATION (see Fig 2):

Secure the mounting clamp assembly (E) onto back shell using hardware provided. If additional clearance is required, install the spacer plate and long screws (c) provided. (note: the mounting clamp
hardware is installed from the inside of the back shell)

LOXX™ HARDWARE INSTALLATION (see Fig 3):

Loosen set-screw (d) and remove the lower D-Ring (D2) from the headrest post (1).
Install the headrest post (F) into the mounting clamp assembly (E), and adjust the headrest post to the desired height/position (2). (note: loosen upper D-Ring if necessary)
Tighten the mounting clamp (E) to secure the headrest post in position (3).
Adjust the upper D-Ring (D1) so that it rests flush with the top of the mounting clamp (4), then secure the D-Ring into place via the set-screw (d).
Reinstall and secure the Lower D-Ring (D2) onto the headrest post (5) so that it rests flush with the bottom of the mounting clamp assembly.

HEADREST POST MODIFICATIONS:

If necessary, the headrest post (F) can be cut (shortened) to prevent any collision interference along the back of the wheelchair/seating system. (Note: After cutting the post, the plastic end cap (G) can
be removed and re-installed into the newly cut post).

HEADREST PAD ADJUSTMENT (see Fig 4):

Loosen the locking lever (A1) or locking screw (A2) on the upper pivot assembly (B). Slide the horizontal bar (C) to the desired depth inside the upper pivot (1), and adjust the headrest angle by pivoting/rotating the upper pivot to achieve the desired headrest position (2). Re-tigthen the locking lever/locking screw (B) to secure the headrest into position.

ELAN HEADREST PAD* INSTALLATION (see Fig 5):

Position the headrest mounting collar over the pivot ball on the horizontal bar (1); then align and s ecure the mounting collar to the headrest pad (2).
*Note: Headrest pad/mounting hardware sold separately.