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Introduction
CONGRATULATIONS!Youhaveselectedoneofourmanynemobilityproducts.YourShower/CommodeChair
has been carefully designed and fabricated focusing on customer needs.
Shower/Commode Chair Description
ActiveAid shower and commode products are intended for individuals who are able to transfer independently or
with assistance from a caregiver. They are a useful tool for rehabilitation or home use. ActiveAid shower and
commodeproductscanbeindividuallyconguredtomeetthespecicneedsofanindividual.
Indications for Use
The Shower/Commode Chair is indicated for most individuals weighing up to 350 lbs. (158kg).
Intended Use
ActiveAid shower and commode products are intended to assist disabled individuals in performing activities of
daily living (toileting and bathing).
This device is designed and intended for shower/commode use in accessibility compliant environments.
Accessibilitycompliantenvironmentsgenerallyoutlinethatooringsurfacesaretobestable,rmandslip
resistant.Ifgroundandoorsurfacesareencounteredthatarenotwithintheappropriateaccessiblestandards,
the area in question should be brought within the code for disability accessibility before using the device.
This manual is an integral part of your Shower/Commode Chair product and should be read completely and
thoroughly by anyone that will be operating the unit. This will ensure the product is assembled properly and
usedinthemostbenecialmanner.
The ActiveAid 600 should only be used under the guidance of a physician or therapist. Consult your physician or
therapist for proper transfer techniques.
Shouldanyproblemarisethatyoucannotsolvebyreadingthismanual,pleasecontactyourlocalsupplierorcall
ActiveAid,LLCat1-800-533-5330or1-507-644-2951.
ItisnecessarytoinspectyourShower/Commodechairatleastweeklytoensureitisinsafeoperatingcondition.
Adjustmentsthatarelistedintheproductowner’smanualcanbemadebytheoperatorbyfollowingthe
instructionsforuse.Afteranadjustmentismade,inspecttheunittoensureallhardwareandadjustable
componentsareproperlysecuredpertheinstructionsforuse.Replacementofwornparts,majoradjustments,
oranyotherimportantcorrectionsshouldbehandledbyanauthorizedsupplier.OnlyActiveAid,LLCapproved
replacement parts should be used to ensure safety and performance.
THANKYOUFORBUYINGANACTIVEAIDPRODUCT!
Usage(cont.)
Casters
Lockingcasters:Tolockcasters(option),pushdownonthefrontofthecasterbrakelever.Toreleasecaster
brake, push down on the rear of the caster brake.
Removing Casters: Loosen then remove the self-locking nut and machine screw that are in the chair frame
wherethecasterswillbeinserted.Insertcastersothatitisushwiththeframe.Re-insertthescrewthrough
the holes in the chair frame and caster stem. Note: Screw head should be to the outside of the frame and the nut
to the inside.HandstartthenutontotheendofthescrewUseawrenchandhexkeytotightenthecastersinto
place.Repeatforsecondcaster.
Wheels
Quick Release Axle
Depressbuttonontheaxleendtorecesstheballlockingpinsandstarttheboltthruthewheel.Placewasheron
bolt end to inside of wheel. Continue depressing the button to insert the bolt into the wheel mount.
Note: The ball locking pins will secure the axle in place when the button is released.
Wheel Locks
To engage the wheel lock, push forward on the lever, to unlock pull back on the lever.
Note: If the wheel moves while wheel lock is engaged, the assembly needs to be moved slightly closer to
the wheel.
Belts
Hook and Loop Fasteners
Pullthebeltstripsaparttoseparatethem.Adjustthestripstotheproperposition.Pressthebeltstripstogether
to connect them.
Snap Fit Buckle
To unbuckle, depress the two spring arms on the male end and pull/slide to separate it from the female receiver.
To buckle, insert the male end into the female receiver until the spring arms secure. Listen for clicking sound to
indicateitissecure.Pullstrapthrumaleportionofbuckletotighten.
Abductor/Deector
Slidedeectorintothefrontopeningoftheseat.
Swing Away Adjustable Laterals
To swing the lateral back out of the way, depress the button, pull lateral back around behind the back. To make
widthadjustments,loosenscrews,slidelateralleftorrightinbrackettodesiredposition,tightenscrew.
Check all fasteners (snap buttons, screws, nuts, bolts, clips, pull pins, handles, etc.) for tightness and make sure
they are secure.
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