5. Fix the plate to the floor using suitable screws.
6. Position the plate B with the rounded section towards
the bottom and the foldable grab bar G.
7. Fasten the plate B and the foldable grab bar G with
the two clamps C, washers E and nuts D supplied but
without tightening them.
8. With the user standing upright, without shoes, measure
the height of the upper joint of the user's thumb and
move the foldable grab bar to this height.
9. Tighten the nuts D on the two clamps C.
10. Install the socket's guard.
4.2 Installing Options
Installing the Toilet Paper Holder (R7765–W) (Fig. 4)
1. If fitted, remove the end cap I from the lower foldable
grab bar J.
2. Remove the protective cap C from the hinge piece B
using a screwdriver
3. Insert the toilet roll support A into the hinge piece B.
4. Position the spacer G and lock the assembly in place
with the fastener H.
5. Attach the hinge piece B by pressing or by tapping with
a plastic mallet to the lower foldable grab bar J and
fasten with screw D and nut E. Attach a protective cap
F on each side.
Installing the Armpad (R7766) (Fig. 5)
1. If fitted, remove the black end cap D from the foldable
grab bar's upper tube C.
2. Clean the parts to be glued together with acetone before
applying the glue B.
3. Apply the whole tube of glue to the inside face of the
armpad A and position it onto the foldable grab bar C
being aligned lengthwise, ensure the armpad to point
straight upward.
4. Press it down for approximately 30 seconds.
Full adhesion is only obtained after approximately 24
hours. Invacare is not responsible for any damage
caused by improper fixing or inappropriate use.
5 Usage
WARNING!
Risk of Falling or Slipping!
– Before each use, check that the foldable grab
bar is securely fastened and sits firmly.
1. Grab the foldable grab bar with one hand and carry out
the desired body movement.
2. Lift the foldable grab bar from the horizontal position
to its maximum vertical position. It locks automatically
in this position.
3. Lift the foldable grab bar approx. 10 mm to unlock it
and hold it as it drops down to the horizontal position.
6 Maintenance
6.1 General Maintenance Information
This product is maintenance-free, provided that the cleaning
and disinfection instructions are adhered to.
6.2 Cleaning and Disinfection
General Safety Information
CAUTION!
Risk of Contamination
– Take precautions for yourself and use
appropriate protective equipment.
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NOTICE!
Wrong fluids or methods can harm or damage
the product.
– All cleaning agents and disinfectants used must
be effective, compatible with one another and
must protect the materials they are used to
clean.
– Never use corrosive fluids (alkalines, acid etc.)
or abrasive cleaning agents. We recommend
an ordinary household cleaning agent such as
dishwashing liquid, if not specified otherwise in
the cleaning instructions.
– Never use a solvent (cellulose thinner, acetone
etc.) that changes the structure of the plastic
or dissolves the attached labels.
– Always make sure that the product is completely
dried before taking it into use again.
For cleaning and disinfection in clinical or long-term
care environments, follow your in-house procedures.
Cleaning Intervals
NOTICE!
Regular cleaning and disinfection enhance smooth
operation, increases the service life and prevents
contamination.
Clean and disinfect the product:
– regularly while in use,
– before and after any service procedure,
– when it has been in contact with any body
fluids,
– before using it for a new user.
Cleaning
NOTICE!
Maximum cleaning temperature:
– 60 °C by hand
1. Clean the product by wiping down all generally accessible
surfaces.
2. Dry the parts with a cloth.
Disinfection Instructions
Method: Follow the application notes for the used
disinfectant and wipe-disinfect all accessible surfaces.
Disinfectant: Ordinary household disinfectant.
Drying: Allow the product to air-dry.
7 After Use
7.1 Reconditioning
WARNING!
Risk of Falling
Worn fastening elements can suddenly come loose
and cause falling.
– Always use new wall plugs and bolts when
repositioning the product.
This product is suitable for reuse. To recondition the product
for a new user, carry out the following actions:
•
Inspection
•
Cleaning and disinfection
For detailed information, see 6 Maintenance, page 5 .
Make sure that the user manual is handed over with the
product.
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