8)
Leaving an agitated resident in the chair in an unsupervised area.
9)
Leaving a resident unattended.
10)
Leaving a resident in a chair on a sloping surface.
11)
Leaving a chair unattended on a sloping surface.
12)
Using non-Broda accessories on the chair.
13)
Using the chair at temperatures below 0ºC.
14)
Using the chair as a shower or bathing chair.
15)
Using the chair for any use other than its intended purpose.
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Cleaning
Broda chairs should be wiped clean with soap and water. Diluted household strength ammonia or chlorine based
cleaner, as well as a hospital grade cleaner may be used if necessary.
Refer to the following guide for cleaning certain staining agents (Applies to the Permablok3® vinyl, as per the vinyl
manufacturer's recommendations) The frame and components of the chair can be cleaned using the same procedure
as the vinyl.
The steps below are also located in the Cleaning Guide found on the back of the Broda chair
Staining Agent
Eye Shadow / Mascara
Grease / Suntan Lotion / Chocolate
Blood / Bodily Fluids
Red Lipstick
Oil Base Paint / Tar / Asphalt
Other Tough Stains
Step 1: Remove excess spill with a damp cloth. Clean with a 1:1 mix of Ivory® liquid and water. Rinse with clean
water and dry.
Step 2: Use a straight application of concentrated cleaners such as Formula 409® or Fantastik® Spray Cleaner.
Then wipe with a clean cloth. If using a hospital grade cleaner, follow the diluting instructions on the label.
Step 3: Use a 1:1 mix of ammonia and water or a 1:4 mix of bleach and water. Rinse with clean water and dry.
Step 4: Use a straight application of naphtha (lighter fluid). Rinse thoroughly with clean water and pat surface dry.
Step 5: Use a 1:1 mix of isopropyl alcohol and water. If the stain persists, use straight alcohol. Rinse thoroughly
with clean water and pat dry. If the stain remains, use a 1:1 mix of acetone and water. Rinse with clean water and pat
surface dry.
*Note: for cleaning that requires steps 4 or 5 – Use a soft cotton cloth saturated with the cleaning material and rub
the stain in circles 10 times. Pat dry with another soft cotton cloth, and check results.
For best cleaning results, certain parts and padding on the chair should be removed: Instructions for removal of the
following parts are located in this manual: Ensure that the entire chair including removable and non removable parts
is thoroughly cleaned.
Pay close attention to the frame, sockets, fasteners, parts and casters, as well as the padding for an even, thorough
clean.
Remove parts for cleaning if desired:
1) Wings
3) Footrest
4) Padding
Thoroughly clean all removable parts and padding, as well as the frame and components around the parts and
padding that have been removed.
Cleaning Procedure
Step 1
Step 1
Step 2
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4 or 5*
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